Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of May.
Good morning, Spokane Valley.
Bear Lake Park made many safety changes after a serious wheelchair incident three years ago.
The park closed for a year while workers built new fishing piers and safer walkways and it will reopen Friday.
Spokane County Sheriff's Office is searching for 16-year-old Sierra N.
Quattlebaum, an at-risk Indigenous teen last seen May 12 near West 4th Avenue + South Wall Street in downtown Spokane who reportedly needs potentially life-saving treatment, and she is described as 5’2″, 110 pounds with hazel eyes and brown hair.
Back in February, a 6th grade math and science teacher saved a student from choking and has been awarded the American Red Cross Lifesaving Award—recognizing the teacher's quick action that preserved a life.
The honor highlights the importance of swift response in emergency situations.
CDC data shows U.S. drug overdose deaths dropped nearly 27% last year to about 80,000, with Washington State reporting a 10.68% decrease to 3,137 deaths in 2024.
Local records reveal that Spokane County overdose cases have risen each year since 2019 — a trend officials continue to monitor.
Dakota, a single mother and longtime bartender from Spokane, faced overwhelming medical bills and complications from thyroid cancer treatment after a car accident led to a tumor being discovered—she now juggles multiple jobs to support her eight-year-old daughter and runs a nonprofit aiding hospitality workers with similar hardships.
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.
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