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Tuesday, April 7th, 2026
Good morning, Spokane Valley. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bloomsday organizers removed a billboard at Ash and Broadway Monday morning after concerns rose over its message — local residents discussed the wording on social media and organizers noted that it could be interpreted differently than intended. KHQ
- ➤ The Sister Cities Association in Spokane is recruiting volunteer board members for positions, including youth and secretary roles. The group, which fosters cultural exchange with five Sister Cities and one Friendship City, also offers a high school exchange program to Italy with partial scholarships. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ The Spokane Valley Fire Department received 1,700 stuffed animals donated by Spokane Valley and Liberty Lake Kiwanis groups to comfort children during emergency calls; the project, started four years ago, now totals 4,700 toys—supporting first responders. KHQ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Adams Elementary demolition is nearly finished, but workers still must remove parts of the foundation before the district breaks ground on a new school in a few weeks to a month. The facility will open for the 2027-2028 school year. FOX 28 Spokane
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Fraud experts warn that tax season is fueling a rise in AI-powered scams in Spokane; the IRS (Dirty Dozen list) highlights fake social media posts and unsolicited calls that may trick taxpayers into sharing sensitive details. Experts urge residents to verify requests and use only official IRS channels. FOX 28 Spokane
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, Spokane County records list marriage licenses issued to local couples—including two from Spokane Valley—along with divorce dissolutions and new civil filings, with details available for public review. The Spokesman-Review
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Windy Manzardo, who received a heart transplant in Spokane on July 8, is now recovering and finally able to cheer on her son at his Guardians game. The family feels relief as Kyle’s powerful performance brings hope after months of waiting + uncertainty. The Spokesman-Review
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Gonzaga senior wing Steele Venters will enter the transfer portal and needs a medical waiver to secure his final season of eligibility after missing playing time with an Achilles tear and an ACL injury. Multiple media outlets reported the move, which follows his brief return last season. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Monday's high school baseball action saw Ridgeline beat Central Valley in a doubleheader as Nolan Wolh (3 for 3 with a home run) and Braxxton Barker (3 for 5 with two doubles and five RBIs) powered wins while University defeated Mead with Marco Longo pitching a complete game no-hitter. 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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