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Sunday, April 12th, 2026
Good morning, Spokane Valley. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 12th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Spokane Bike Swap and Expo is on Saturday, Apr. 18 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Spokane County Fair and Expo Center— it offers hundreds of bikes, a scavenger hunt for kids, free bike helmets with purchases and discounted bikes starting at 2 p.m. KXLY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tina: The Tina Turner Musical will debut later this week in Spokane at a local theater, showcasing the icon's life and hits — residents can purchase tickets soon. KXLY
- ➤ After canceling a show for unclear reasons, Spokane Civic Theatre has announced plans to move forward with a new performance; officials say more details will be shared soon. KXLY
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Conservationists at Spokane Riverkeeper say low snowpack and a state drought declaration risk straining the Spokane River this summer and urge residents to save water by watering lawns early or after sunset. The group urges immediate changes to help the river withstand warmer months. KHQ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Spokane County Fire District 9’s Regional Tech Rescue Team trained last week at the gondola and John A. Finch Arboretum — honing skills to reach people safely in challenging spots. FOX 28 Spokane
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Spokane deployed eight co-response teams that pair mental health experts with officers to handle crisis calls, giving a holistic view of cases like one north Spokane call from a neighbor needing help with treatment lapses. Officials said the teams relieved patrol pressure but treatment gaps remain. Spokane Public Radio
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Runners took part in the Bloomsday Shakeout Run Saturday morning on the course hosted by Brick West Run Club in preparation for the upcoming Bloomsday race three weeks from now. Participants ranged from first-timers to veterans who used light rain as a good training condition. FOX 28 Spokane
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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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