Good morning, Spokane Valley.

Wednesdays in the Woods returns this June at Riverside State Park, offering free nature talks, drawings and giveaways each Wednesday from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. (a Discover Pass is required for parking).

Firestone Tires filmed a national commercial in downtown Spokane this weekend at Monroe Street Bridge, Monroe and Riverside, and Stevens and Riverside using specialized car-mounted camera equipment.

The production crew booked 140 hotel rooms and hired locals, and the commercial will air in a few months.

In 1889, over 1,400 GAR members gathered in Spokane for a grand encampment held at the Pacific Hotel — one of the few brick buildings in town — with meetings, a campfire, and an elegant ball planned for visitors from Seattle and beyond.

Local bars and restaurants are hosting Spokane Cocktail Week with themed drinks, classes, and special events, and Mayor Lisa Brown declared it a local holiday.

The celebration runs today through Sunday, June 7.

An 85-person crew from a Seattle-based production company filmed a Firestone tire commercial in downtown Spokane this past weekend, capturing city landmarks as street closures aided production.

The team will move on to Pullman and other Eastern Washington sites, boosting local exposure and economy.

Washington Insurance Commissioner Patty Kuderer announced that 13 companies applied to sell marketplace policies next year and are asking for a 22% increase in monthly premiums; her office will review each application over the coming months to ensure the rates are justified.

Spokane Valley YMCA will host Healthy Kids Day on June 5 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at its facility, offering free activities and community resources for families (the first 300 kids will receive a t-shirt).

Spokane Clean Air and Spokane Regional Health District launch Smoke Ready Week today through Friday, June 5 to offer daily advice on air quality, indoor improvements and mental health support for residents preparing for potential wildfire smoke.

Local sports saw strong showings on Saturday as Gonzaga Prep ended its season 23-5 in a challenging loss and track standout Simon Rosselli led his team to a 10th title, while the Spokane Indians secured a 9-1 win in Pasco.

Spokane Indians lost the NWL series finale 4-2 as Tri-City Dust Devils scored three runs on Sunday + the defeat dropped Spokane out of the first-half race behind Eugene.

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.

Tri-City Dust Devils vs Spokane Indians

5-7:35 p.m. — Avista Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Catch the action live as the Dust Devils face off against the Indians in an exciting baseball matchup.

Tri-City Dust Devils vs Spokane Indians

7:05-8:05 p.m. — Avista Stadium — Family-friendly — Enjoy Symphony Day with live music and fireworks at the baseball game.