Good morning, Spokane Valley.

Avista paused negotiations with a potential 500‐megawatt data center customer on Friday to seek broader policy and community alignment after local concerns led to a proposed one‐year ordinance for construction pauses.

The company said it will work with local leaders and regulators on future plans.

Trial begins Monday as a jury in Spokane County will decide if Mead School District acted with deliberate indifference during a 2025 football camp where reports of targeted misconduct (including a failure to follow mandatory reporting laws) were made.

The trial is expected to last 10–14 days.

Shadle Park High School seniors visited their former elementary and middle schools on Jun.

12 to honor their educational journey and to inspire younger students. Local media is inviting graduation photo submissions (chance for a gift card) for those celebrating this cherished tradition.

Ferris High seniors visited their former elementary and middle schools on their last day before graduation this week, marking a memorable milestone in their academic journey.

The visits offered younger students a firsthand look at future opportunities.

Fire crews responded to a brush fire near the Hog Lake boat launch that burned about 5 acres + teams from Spokane County Fire District 3, Cheney Fire, Lincoln County and the Department of Natural Resources are working to control it.

Drivers faced heavy traffic on their first full day of the Maple Street Bridge closure, as vehicles were redirected to Monroe & Division streets.

The closure is expected to last two weeks, adding major delays and reducing customer traffic for local businesses near intersections closed overnight to ease congestion.

Spokane soccer fans cheered at Hat Trick Brewery after Mexico opened the World Cup with a 2-0 win over South Africa on Thursday; nonprofit watch parties also offered free food (and proceeds from pints supported local community efforts).

Gonzaga is unveiling new Pac-12 hats as the school prepares to join the conference for all sports except football; these are available at the Zags Shop online + in person.

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.