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Saturday, April 18th, 2026
Good morning, Spokane Valley. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Air 4 Adventure is hosting a guided exploration at Slavin Conservation Area to highlight local trails and wildlife for community members. The event will soon offer residents an invitation to experience the outdoors firsthand. KXLY
- ➤ Nearly 1,000 bikes will be available for buy and sell at the 14th annual Bike Swap at the Spokane County Fair and Expo Center tomorrow from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.—volunteers and local groups have prepped today, and sellers can check in bikes until 7 p.m. tonight. KXLY
- ➤ Spokane Valley firefighter Justin Blatner threw the first pitch at the Spokane Indians game on Friday during First Responders Appreciation Night & helped honor local emergency services. KHQ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Plans to build a 59,000 sqft performing arts center in Spokane Valley ended after the city council rejected a $28 million bond request and financing fell short, halting construction on East Mansfield in 2022. Yvonne A.K. Johnson said the project cannot continue. KXLY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The state awarded $5.4 million in grants to seven Spokane County groups to add 2,000 child care slots statewide; Guardian Angels Childcare Center — the largest recipient — got $1.69 million while Salish School’s project will break ground in June and finish in 2028. The Spokesman-Review
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Central Valley Bears won a GSL 4A/3A softball game as Ella Bendele hit an inside-the-park home run and drove in four runs to help beat the Ferris Saxons 17-7. 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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