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Spokane Valley
Friday, March 14th, 2025
Good morning, Spokane Valley. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 14th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Spokane native Anne McClain, commander of a SpaceX mission, inspired local students after a former teacher at Gonzaga Preparatory School (Gonzaga Prep) praised her passion for math and science; her launch, postponed for Pi Day, is set for tomorrow. A local ninth grader said speaking with her made her dream of becoming an astronaut even bigger. FOX 28 Spokane
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Spokane Valley man now faces charges after allegedly stalking, threatening and shooting at a parked truck following a near collision dispute — court records show he demanded $300 from a truck owner he wrongly blamed, causing about $8,000 in damage and leaving the victim’s family fearful. KHQ
- ➤ Airway Heights Police arrested a father on Tuesday at 5 p.m. after a 5-year-old boy with significant injuries was found in an apartment during a 911 call—he was taken to Sacred Heart for treatment and placed in protective custody while detectives investigate and the father faces Assault of a Child 2nd Degree charges. FOX 28 Spokane
- ➤ Spokane Valley deputies responded at about 3:15 am on March 13, 2025, to a welfare check near E. 3rd Avenue and S. Bradley Road when 31-year-old Austyn S. Howard opened his door and pointed a gun at them—backup from SWAT and crisis negotiators helped officers safely take him into custody while replica firearms were recovered from the scene. Spokane County
- ➤ Spokane Valley Police are searching for two missing 11-year-old girls who were last seen on Thursday around 3 p.m. at Centennial Middle School on North Ella Road—one wearing black pants and a black shirt with a white trash bag and the other in a Beetlejuice shirt, black pants, a lime green coat and a gray backpack; anyone with information should call 911. KXLY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Motorcycle fans can look forward to the 20th Spokane Motorcycle Show this weekend at the Spokane Fair & Expo Center where hundreds of bikes, stunt shows & activities for kids are on display. The event runs from Friday at 3 p.m. through Sunday at 4 p.m. and costs $12 for adult tickets. KXLY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Spokane doctor said independent practices are struggling to offer timely care because fixed payments from Medicare and Medicaid are making it hard to keep up costs. He warned that without more support, more practices might close—forcing patients to rely on larger hospital systems. FOX 28 Spokane
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A Spokane Valley competitive cheer team will head to Orlando for the national ‘Worlds’ competition from April 25—28 as one of only two Washington teams invited to the event. The Washington Extreme Cheer & Dance Magic team secured an at large bid after winning the national title at ATC competition. FOX 28 Spokane
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GrowthCLUB Q2 2025: Business & Professional Development Workshop
This workshop focuses on quarterly planning and goal setting for business growth, featuring guest speaker Chris Hannigan, CEO of Mama Torrez Salsa.
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Bighorn Outdoor Adventure Show
The Bighorn Outdoor Adventure Show at Spokane County Fair and Expo Center features a variety of exhibitors showcasing outdoor sports and related products while honoring Veterans, First Responders, and Active Military.
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65th Annual Spokane Rock Rollers Gem and Mineral Show
The Spokane Rock Rollers annual show showcases over 40 dealers offering a variety of rocks, minerals, crystals, gems, and jewelry, along with kid-friendly activities and demonstrations.
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Spokane Indians vs. Everett AquaSox
6:35-10:35 p.m. — Avista Stadium — Competitive pricing — Catch an exciting live baseball game between the Spokane Indians and Everett AquaSox.
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Everett AquaSox vs Spokane Indians
1:05-5:05 p.m. — Avista Stadium — Cost varies — Watch the thrilling baseball matchup between the AquaSox and the Indians at Avista Stadium.
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Spokane Indians vs Vancouver Canadians
1-4 p.m. — Avista Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Catch the exciting matchup between the Spokane Indians and the Vancouver Canadians.
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Vancouver Canadians vs. Spokane Indians
1:05-5:05 p.m. — Avista Stadium — Cost info varies — Experience baseball excitement as the Vancouver Canadians take on the Spokane Indians live.
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