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Spokane Valley
Tuesday, March 17th, 2026
Good morning, Spokane Valley. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Drivers on Main Avenue should expect delays as construction begins a two-month project to repair the front of River Park Square. Parking on the north side from Lincoln to Post and two of three lanes will be closed until mid-May & officials aim to open a second lane when possible. FOX 28 Spokane
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Spokane Children's Theatre will perform Junie B. Jones: The Musical at its community venue, offering a fun, family-friendly production. The performance is set to take place soon; check local listings for schedule and ticket details. KXLY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Bob Ferguson signed a state law Saturday that removes the fee on mifepristone pills to help providers access the state's stockpile for reproductive health care. The law requires the Department of Corrections to work with the Department of Health and takes effect immediately. Spokane Public Radio
- ➤ Spokane-based Maddie's Place received $2 million in state funding to cover 45% of its $4.5 million operating budget for services to infants born with substance withdrawal, with the funds expected to support the facility through June 2027. The Legislature approved the award last week, and it is pending Gov. Bob Ferguson’s signature. The Spokesman-Review
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Olympic champions from the 2026 Winter Olympics will perform at Numerica Veterans Arena on May 21 at 7 p.m. for the Stars on Ice tour, featuring Olympic gold medalist Alysa Liu and fellow medalists (tickets starting at $32 are available online). FOX 28 Spokane
- ➤ Inland Northwest hoops fans have a travel guide for March Madness that details Gonzaga men facing Kennesaw State in Portland on Thursday and Gonzaga women playing Ole Miss in Minneapolis on Friday, while Idaho teams head to Oklahoma City and Norman (future matchups pending win outcomes). The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ The Inland Empire Youth Drag Racing Program offers a safe racing experience for kids (ages 5-18) every Sunday at Qlispe Raceway Park near Airway Heights, where participants wear helmets and follow strict rules (including having adult passengers in some races). KHQ
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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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