Good morning, Spokane Valley.

Carla Peperzak (102), a former Dutch Resistance member who lost family during the Holocaust, will attend Holocaust Remembrance Day at Temple Beth Shalom this evening at 7 p.m. Local leaders including mayoral and gubernatorial representatives will join as the community gathers to remember history.

Spokane Civic Theatre has replaced Hunchback of Notre Dame with Jagged Little Pill after backlash over casting and to ensure diverse voices are heard.

Auditions will run April 18 — 21 and the show will run May 29 — June 12, marking a key step in the theatre’s new equitable practices.

The MAC celebrates Bloomsday’s 50th anniversary with a special exhibit through May 3 at the Helen South Alexander Gallery.

The display showcases memorabilia from decades of the race (including 49 t-shirts representing each year) and invites visitors to share their own memories.

Financial experts at Numerica Credit Union suggest a freedom fund that turns savings into a flexible cushion for emergencies or last-minute opportunities.

Tessla Kissire recommends starting small with automatic transfers to build a balance that offers more choices when needed.

Spokane City Council is expected to approve a contract to remove the controversial Robert Monaghan statue near Monroe and Riverside after nearly a decade-long debate.

The statue, which has stood for 120 years, will be moved to the Monaghan family mausoleum at Fairmount Memorial Park.

Drivers face heavy delays on Sprague Avenue as the city replaces asphalt from Freya to Havana; work will continue until mid-June and has led to fewer customers for local businesses.

Residents are advised to use side streets to avoid congestion.

Brick West is hosting the Bloomsday shakeout run today, inviting local runners to join a fast-paced community workout.

The event will feature a scenic route through Spokane Valley plus support stations along the way.

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.