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Sunday, April 5th, 2026
Good morning, Spokane Valley. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 5th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Riverfront Park hosted a sensory-friendly Easter egg hunt on Saturday, Apr. 4 at 5:10 p.m., where the Easter Bunny hid 20,000 eggs — the event created 15-minute slots to ease crowding for children who need a quieter space. FOX 28 Spokane
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ STCU begins construction this month at 2807 E. 29th Ave at Lincoln Heights Shopping Center, replacing a burned U.S. Bank branch. The 4,800 sqft location, with a lobby, two drive-thru lanes, ATM, and parking, is expected to open in late 2026 or early 2027 to ease South Hill traffic. The Spokesman-Review
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Spokane County Assessor Tom Konis explains that property values are set by comparing recent local sales and checking how well a home’s exterior is maintained, with letters mailed in early June to detail tax assessments. Homeowners can call their appraisers + use the appeal process if they disagree with the appraisal. Spokane Public Radio
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Spokane realtors report that rising mortgage rates and a 25% increase in February listings have shifted the market from seller’s power to a buyer’s market. Sellers are urged to price competitively as inventory grows and more buyers reset their budgets ahead of the spring rush. The Spokesman-Review
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ WSU's quarterbacks Pinnick and Eshleman exchanged precise throws yesterday at Union Stadium in Spokane, showcasing red zone plays + a tight QB competition that boosts the Cougars' offense ahead of upcoming contests. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Gonzaga head coach Mark Few was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Hall of Fame yesterday in Indianapolis, completing a 27-year career at Gonzaga that saw him lead teams to 28 NCAA tournament bids (an unprecedented record). The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Spokane Velocity drew 1-1 with Athletic Club Boise on Saturday at Athletic Club Boise Soccer Stadium after Joe Gallardo gave the team a 1-0 lead; Boise equalized six minutes into the second period. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ High school baseball games took place Saturday as Gonzaga Prep defeated Cheney 10-3 with Anthony Karis hitting a home run, triple, and three RBIs. Ferris won 13-3 over Central Valley after Bo Johnson’s three-run homer, and other teams in the local league also posted wins (GSL). The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Gonzaga head coach Mark Few was selected for the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2026 during an Indianapolis event on Saturday. Enshrinement ceremonies will be held in Springfield on Aug. 14 & 15. FOX 28 Spokane
- ➤ Coach Mark Machtolf became Gonzaga baseball’s winningest coach on Saturday when his team beat Pepperdine 4-3 at Coach Steve Hertz Field at Patterson Baseball Complex, earning his 638th win and surpassing his mentor's record after 23 seasons. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Chris Boucher, inspired by his teacher Don Kardong (the Bloomsday founder), began running the local race at 13 and now, at 62, he said he passed his mentor in 2025 and continues to run with his family in Spokane Valley. The Spokesman-Review
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Junior Livestock Show of Spokane
All day — Spokane County Fair and Expo Center — Free entry — Experience the thrill of the Junior Livestock Show with youth competitors showcasing their agricultural talents.
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