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Spokane Valley
Wednesday, May 28th, 2025
Good morning, Spokane Valley. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On May 27, a collision on US 2 injured a 22-year-old motorcyclist when a 79-year-old driver turned west on E Lane Park Road without yielding — his broken leg is non-life-threatening and he was taken for treatment. FOX 28 Spokane
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On May 27, 2025, over 1000 students from Gonzaga Prep and nearby schools gathered at Scarpelli Gymnasium to watch NASA astronaut and Gonzaga Prep alumna Colonel Anne McClain speak live from the International Space Station. She shared her experiences in space—emphasizing that any student from Spokane can follow their dreams. FOX 28 Spokane
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Starting July next year, WA Cares will let residents combine private insurance with state coverage to help manage long-term care costs, with revised rules lowering the average career expense to under $9,000 and changing the contribution requirement to 10 total years—broadening care options for the future. KHQ
- ➤ Governor Ferguson signed a rent stabilization bill on May 7 that limits increases for older apartments to 7% plus inflation or 10%, leaving new units and low income housing exempt. Spokane County renters already experienced its impact this week when one tenant received an erroneous lease notice reducing a 16% increase to 10%—other tenants reported similar issues. KHQ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Spokane Sports secured a $282,464 state grant from the Washington State Department of Commerce to add a permanent finish line arch at The Course Spokane Valley, which will open later this year with a preview season in late fall and a full championship season in 2026. The venue will host the 2027 NCAA Division I Men's and Women's Cross Country Regional Championships as part of a city partnership to boost sports tourism — efforts aimed at drawing national competitions. KXLY
- ➤ Spokane Sports secured over $280,000 from the Washington State Department of Commerce to fund The Course Spokane Valley, a cross-country venue scheduled to open this fall. The $7 million project includes a permanent finish-line arch and will host events from local meets to international championships. Spokane Journal of Business
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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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Mastermind Connect Event
2-4:30 p.m. — Burbity Workspaces - Sullivan Valley Commons — $50 — Engage in expert-led discussions and mentorship for business growth.
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Filipino-American Friendship Day Celebration
1-4 p.m. — Riverfront Park — Free entry — Celebrate the vibrant Filipino culture with food, music, and fun activities for all ages.
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Everett AquaSox vs. Spokane Indians
1-2:35 p.m. — Avista Stadium — Tickets available — Catch the exciting live baseball action as the Everett AquaSox take on the Spokane Indians.
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Success is going from failure to failure without losing enthusiasm.
~ Winston Churchill
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