Good morning, Spokane Valley.

Yesterday, the Junior Lilac Parade ran on Spokane Falls Boulevard, where students from local elementary and middle schools performed.

Evergreen Middle School & its color guard won the sweepstakes award, earning a spot to play at next weekend’s Armed Forces Torchlight Parade while thousands of families enjoyed the show.

Registration for Hoopfest is set to open soon in Spokane + local basketball fans are invited to join the annual community tournament.

Spokane Valley residents can celebrate America’s 250th anniversary at Balfour Park this Saturday, May 30.

The free event offers live music from noon to 2 p.m. & historical activities including a community photo at Veterans Memorial Plaza at 1 p.m.

Liberty Lake Police said a 21-year-old woman missing since Saturday around 1 p.m. was found safe; she had a medical condition that caused confusion.

Author Adriana Janovich released Secret Spokane — a guide detailing eccentric figures like Willie Willey and haunted local spots.

A walking tour will take place Saturday, June 6 at 4 p.m., starting at the library and ending at Auntie's for a book signing.

City officials provided free water filters to nearly 4,000 West Plains homes with wells contaminated by PFAS from airport firefighting.

They also set up a Garden Springs Road water station and plan permanent solutions, including connecting wells to city water plus new treatment systems funded by a $7.5 million grant.

SPR News today launched Soccer Saturday—a special edition that explains soccer basics ahead of the World Cup in June, featuring local pro women players Emma Jaskaniec and Ginger Fontenot who break down positions, fouls and free kicks for new fans.

The Farm Chicks Vintage & Handmade Fair

9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Sunday — Spokane County Fair and Expo Center — $10 per person (children 12 and under free) — Experience a weekend filled with curated vintage and handmade treasures from many charming vendors.