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Spokane Valley
Friday, May 16th, 2025
Good morning, Spokane Valley. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Spokane local news leaders from KXLY, the Inlander and Range spoke with SPR’s Owen Henderson as they discussed how job changes are making local journalism harder and stressed that deep community knowledge is key for keeping power accountable—each leader emphasized staying close to local issues to serve Spokane effectively. Spokane Public Radio
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Champions of Magic will perform a Saturday matinee at First Interstate Center for the Arts this weekend in Spokane where four magicians will show artistic magic, grand illusions, and Houdini-style escapes with pyrotechnic effects. The performers improved safety after a past fire alarm led to an evacuation+ tickets start at about $50+ to ensure a smooth show. KHQ
- ➤ The annual Armed Forces Torchlight Parade will take place downtown Spokane this weekend (featuring vibrant equestrian units and colorful torches) and organizers advise visitors to avoid driving downtown (due to roadblocks and closed roads). FOX 28 Spokane
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Spokane Public Schools will put a $200 million bond on the ballot in November after the board voted on May 15, and taxpayers will pay between 6—31 cents per $1,000 of assessed value to fund major upgrades at schools like Adams and Madison elementary and North Central High School while a $240 million levy will support parks projects as part of the Together Spokane initiative. FOX 28 Spokane
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Firefighting teams across the Inland Northwest are struggling to prepare for wildfire season after federal funding cuts left them short-staffed, and local officials say that key support roles formerly held by U.S. Forest Service workers remain unfilled—potentially affecting coordinated fire response efforts. KXLY
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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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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.
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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.
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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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