Good morning, Spokane Valley.

Cowles Company announced it will donate The Spokesman-Review with a $2 million gift (if matching funds are raised) to Comma Community Journalism Lab to shift the 132-year-old paper to a nonprofit model that partners with local schools and universities.

The transfer will occur in the next three to 12 months as Comma builds its own accounting and benefits systems (a key step for independent operations).

On April 14th at 2:05 p.m., Spokane Valley deputies responded to a report of a man tagging a high school and local business with spray paint; after the suspect fled on foot and jumped fences, a deputy tackled him when he struck an officer, and deputies later booked 22-year-old Kevin Ariza with four felonies and one misdemeanor for damaging property and assaulting law enforcement.

PFAS chemicals have been detected in the Spokane River north of downtown at levels below drinking water standards — but EWU research shows that levels increase further north.

Spokane Riverkeepers are closely monitoring the situation because they worry that even low levels in fish might eventually affect water quality — and more tests will follow.

Facilities Maintenance Expo in Spokane

9-11 a.m. — Spokane County Fair and Expo Center — Free entry — Explore essential products for facility maintenance with hands-on demonstrations.

Spokane Bike Swap & Expo

9 AM – 4 PM — Spokane County Fair and Expo Center — $7 (13 & Older), Free for Kids 12 & younger — Explore hundreds of new and used bikes from over 50 exhibitors while enjoying community and wellness activities.

Eugene Emeralds vs. Spokane Indians

11:05 AM — Avista Stadium — Ticketed event — Experience the excitement of minor league baseball as the Eugene Emeralds take on the Spokane Indians live!

Spokane County Career Expo

11 AM — Spokane County Fair and Expo Center — Free admission — Discover career resources, coaching sessions, and workshops at the region's largest career expo.

Breakthrough Basketball Shooting Skills Camp

9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Hub Sports Center — Registration fee required — Enhance your shooting and offensive skills with expert coaching and specialized drills.

Vancouver Canadians vs Spokane Indians

6:35-10:35 p.m. — Avista Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of baseball with themed promotions like Bark in the Park and more.

Spokane's ANHPI Heritage Festival

1-6 p.m. — Riverfront Park — Free entry — Celebrate the Spirit of Aloha with Asian food trucks, live performances, and fun family activities.

Vancouver Canadians at Spokane Indians

6:35 PM – 5:05 PM — Avista Stadium — Tickets starting at $10 — Enjoy a thrilling Minor League Baseball matchup in Spokane Valley.