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Spokane Valley
Saturday, April 26th, 2025
Good morning, Spokane Valley. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Elizabeth Murphy Burns died at age 79 after leading Morgan Murphy Media for 43 years—she broke barriers for women in broadcasting and transformed her family’s business into a multi-platform company. She recently stepped down as CEO and named her stepson Brian Burns to lead, ensuring her legacy endures. KXLY
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Jordan G. Fleming, 30, surrendered to U.S. Marshals on April 21 after a months-long search for the suspect in the November 17 shooting at a North Spokane tavern and was booked at Spokane County Jail on charges including first-degree assault — he is held on additional misdemeanor warrants. KHQ
- ➤ A gas station shooting at the Maverick on Division between Montgomery and Ermina left one person dead and another injured early Friday—Spokane Police said there is no active threat as the investigation continues. KHQ
- ➤ On April 22nd, 2025, Spokane County Sheriff’s Investigative Unit Detectives and SWAT served search warrants at two locations near N. Cincinnati Street and E. Everett Avenue plus S. Cuba Street and E. 26th Avenue, arresting convicted felon Tamboura E. Simmons on drug delivery charges and seizing Fentanyl, methadone, cash, silver-gold coins, vehicles, handguns, and ammunition while detaining a second suspect for misdemeanor warrants. Spokane County
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dozens of Spokane County high school students got hands-on medical experience at the University of Washington School of Medicine—students examined a human heart, looked at X-rays, and joined a panel to ask about medical careers selected by the Business After School program from Greater Spokane Inc. KXLY
- ➤ Six Rogers High School students are boosting their swim skills with a new NAACP program that prepares them for lifeguard certification by providing free lessons with a YMCA membership and gear at no charge. The students began five-week lifeguard training last Friday and expect certification by the end of May as the NAACP plans to expand the program to more schools next year. KXLY
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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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