Good morning, Spokane Valley.

A Spokane filmmaker won $35,000 to make a horror short film about Bloody Disgusting's mascot (Buzz Kill).

The contest win highlights local creative talent and production is expected to start soon.

Washington's recent budget cuts lowered funding for juvenile court truancy petitions, causing Spokane Public Schools to lose case managers and see a drop from 1,282 to 688 petitions; a supplemental budget will add three million dollars next fiscal year to restore support for at-risk students.

The Idaho Department of Lands announced Wednesday that over 22,000 acres near Mount Spokane are permanently protected from development — via a conservation easement from Inland Empire.

The agreement secures free non-motorized public access, wildlife habitat and drinking water while marking the first phase of the Spirit of Mount Spokane project.

WDFW officials say that since early 2026 several boats in Washington and Oregon have carried invasive mussels.

Boaters in Pasco and Spokane are advised to Clean-Drain-Dry their watercraft to help protect local waterways.

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.