Good morning, Spokane Valley.

The Bemiss and Hillyard Neighborhood Councils held a drive-through garbage collection event where residents dropped off unwanted items plus local volunteers, including one from Spokane Valley and a Department of Corrections work crew, helped clean up the area.

The event is part of an annual effort to improve neighborhood safety and keep the community welcoming.

Spokane Valley firefighters rescued two people from a balcony on May 10th after an apartment on North Cherry Street caught fire at 2 a.m.—the victims were taken to a local hospital while investigators probed the cause and their conditions remain unknown.

The Spokane River Forum held a battery take-back event Saturday to help residents safely dispose of old lithium-ion batteries that can spark fires if thrown in the trash, according to a Spokane Public Works representative—this effort keeps waste management facilities safe.

Residents who missed the event can still drop off batteries at three local Solid Waste Transfer Stations.

The Washington Department of Health started an investigation after 12-year-old Sarah Niyimbona died by suicide on April 13 at Providence Sacred Heart when she left the pediatrics floor.

Hospital leaders sent a safety plan after an immediate jeopardy notice+and local officials are urging the hospital to fix safety problems for children in crisis.

Local midwives in Spokane shared their experiences and advice on providing safe, patient-centered care—emphasizing that listening to patients and researching care options can empower expecting mothers.

They urged mothers to trust their instincts and choose the care model that best meets their needs.

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.

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.

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.

Hillsboro Hops at Spokane Indians

6:35-10:35 p.m. — Avista Stadium — Tickets required — Enjoy a fun-filled night of baseball with lively promotions including SCRAPS Bark in the Park Night.

Spokane Indians Baseball Game Night

7:05 p.m. — Avista Stadium — $5 plus fees — Experience a magical evening with baseball, princesses, and a fireworks show.

The Farm Chicks Vintage & Handmade Fair

9 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Spokane County Fair and Expo Center — $10 entry good all weekend — Discover hundreds of curated vintage and handmade goods in a vibrant fair atmosphere.