Good morning, Spokane Valley.

A dozen French exchange students finished two-week homestay visits with local families at Ferris High School this week.

They attended classes and shared cultural insights with peers (strengthening community ties) before returning to France.

Spokane city officials held wildfire evacuation drills Saturday morning in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood — the second drill in a planned series to test evacuation routes in preparation for rising fire risks — and they reported strong community participation.

Residents can sign up for Alert Spokane to receive fire alerts.

Spokane Velocity lost 4-0 to Sacramento Republic on Saturday at Heart Health Park in their USL Cup opener.

The match saw six yellow cards and quick early goals from Tyler Wolff and Mayele Malango as Spokane now prepares to face Corpus Christi at Cabaniss Athletic Complex at 5:30 p.m.

Arne Slot said it is unclear if Mohamed Salah will return after his suspected hamstring injury sustained during Liverpool's win at Anfield, and Egypt is set to hold a training camp in Spokane as the team prepares for group stage matches starting on June 15 in Seattle.

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.