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Spokane Valley
Sunday, March 8th, 2026
Good morning, Spokane Valley. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Washington State Parks will build two new cabins with air conditioning at Bowl and Pitcher in Riverside State Park with construction planned to begin this year — Pursuit Church is renovating its Spokane location while developers propose triplexes in the Logan neighborhood near Gonzaga University. The Spokesman-Review
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Reverie Immersive Performance Arts is hosting a dance event on Friday, Mar. 13 in Spokane Valley where neighbors can enjoy snacks and join a creative performance — a unique offering for local arts fans. KHQ
- ➤ Spokane Civic Theatre postponed its production of The Hunchback of Notre Dame over concerns about its predominantly white cast, threats received by a performer and appeals for diversity. An open forum is set for Saturday, Mar. 21 at noon at the theater’s main stage to decide next steps. The Spokesman-Review
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Spokane’s median household income jumped 17% in 2024 to reach $86,206, topping the national figure by almost $5,000 (a record for the area). Federal data shows that while per capita income rose 4.9%, household earnings marked a strong local economic turnaround. The Spokesman-Review
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Sew She Can is hosting Project Prom Closet (a program to provide prom clothing and teach sewing skills) to help students prepare for upcoming proms, with the event offering hands-on learning and outfit options soon. KHQ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ WSDOT announced that the westbound I-90 on- and off-ramps at the Four Lakes interchange will close today for bridge work. The off-ramp closes March 15 at 7 to 11 a.m. and the on-ramp until March 12 at 3 p.m.; drivers are advised to use the SR 904 exit in Tyler. FOX 28 Spokane
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, the Mt. Spokane Wildcats beat Edmonds-Woodway 59-30 at Tacoma Dome — senior Jaden Ghoreishi scored 21 points and collected 12 rebounds before leaving for Colorado State in the fall. Coach Wagenblast praised the team's strong finish despite earlier health challenges. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Gonzaga Prep Bullpups (63-49) lost to the Richland Bombers in the WIAA State 4A finals at the Tacoma Dome on Saturday, Mar. 7. Senior Jack Pierce scored 24 points as the matchup added a new chapter to the teams’ growing rivalry. FOX 28 Spokane
- ➤ Gonzaga Prep's girls basketball season ended after a 66-61 loss in the Class 4A state tournament on Saturday, March 7 — the team struggled down the stretch despite strong scores from key players. FOX 28 Spokane
- ➤ Nearly 900 teams compete in Spokane for the PNQ girls volleyball tournament, now featuring a new U-18 division with its own extra weekend. U-15 through U-17 teams play March 28-30 at the Podium, while younger squads finish April 3-5 at the Convention Center. FOX 28 Spokane
- ➤ Shriners Sports Medicine Team is on duty at the State B tournament in Spokane this weekend as they assess injuries and provide preventative care between basketball courts. The team will continue supporting athletes through the event * ensuring timely care *. KXLY
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Rapid Rabbit Run (5 mi)
10 a.m. — East Valley High School — Registration fee required — Participate in a lively 5-mile run with live and virtual options.
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Herb Tea Garden Class
6-7:30 p.m. — Scale House Market — No entry fee — Discover the art of growing herbs for delicious homemade teas.
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