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Spokane Valley
Friday, April 25th, 2025
Good morning, Spokane Valley. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Spokane police and firefighters will play in the annual Guns N Hoses charity hockey game on May 10 at Eagles Ice Arena. The event starts with a Parking Lot Party from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., featuring free open skate, a beer garden and hockey-themed activities, and the game begins at 3 p.m.—supporting local charity efforts. KHQ
- ➤ Today, volunteers from Numerica Credit Union assembled food packages at Second Harvest’s facility to help students facing weekend hunger by delivering them to local schools tomorrow. The initiative — which uses brand name food instead of donated items — has doubled its reach over the past three and a half years and now serves more than 12,000 students weekly. KXLY
- ➤ Spokane Fire Department Captain Kevin Smith rescued an unconscious toddler from rough ocean waves in Mexico during his family vacation on April 24. While eating breakfast at a hotel restaurant, he noticed a commotion on the beach and quickly dove into the water—administering rescue breaths that brought the child back to consciousness. FOX 28 Spokane
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Federal funding rumors raise concerns as reports suggest Head Start programs may lose support after 2025—while local providers at Eastern Washington University and Spokane Colleges remain funded for now, families worry about potential childcare challenges if cuts occur. KXLY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new law in Washington will remove medical debt from credit reports — a change expected to boost credit scores by about 20 points and offer relief to thousands of residents. The law takes effect soon to help ease the burden of high medical costs on families. KXLY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Residents at Alexandria Apartments face an ongoing mice problem that has forced many to eat out as glue traps remain the only control measure—health experts warn dried droppings can spread hantavirus. SNAP, the apartment owner, will inspect the property on Monday to decide if new pest control methods are needed. KHQ
- ➤ A study found that virtual choir programs using Zoom and Facebook Live helped isolated seniors feel less anxious and more connected, with 87% of 176 participants reporting improved emotional, social and intellectual well-being—benefits noted in seniors with healthy brains and those with dementia. Researchers from the Sounds Good Choir planned a nationwide trial funded by the National Institutes of Health—aimed at making group singing easier for aging populations. FOX 28 Spokane
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Spokane Indians vs. Tri-City Dust Devils
11:05 AM — Avista Stadium — Tickets available at low prices — A thrilling baseball matchup in Spokane Valley comes alive with the Spokane Indians taking on the Tri-City Dust Devils.
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Tri-City Dust Devils at Spokane Indians
6:35-10:35 p.m. — Avista Stadium — Tickets starting at $17 — Catch a thrilling Minor League Baseball showdown between the Tri-City Dust Devils and Spokane Indians.
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Theresa Edwards Band Live
6:30 p.m. — Bolo's Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy live music at this neighborhood bar with a casual vibe and giant TVs.
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