Good morning, Spokane Valley.

Wheat Line bus service now makes two daily round trips from Spokane to Moses Lake and Pasco (stopping at Cheney, Sprague, Ritzville, Othello, Connell and Mesa) thanks to FIFA World Cup funding.

It began May 1 and will run until at least 2030, giving rural commuters a new transit option.

In the mid-1900s, plans for Spokane River bridges led to an elevated Maple Street proposal and a Greene Street upgrade that addressed rising truck traffic and safety concerns following a 1950 accident.

City officials estimated costs from $225,000 to $400,000 and dedicated the new bridge in July 1956.

99-year-old WWII veteran Stan Primmer recalled facing a kamikaze attack at Okinawa nearly 81 years ago during his service; he received a Purple Heart for his injuries and now shares his memories at his Rockford home ahead of his 100th birthday on Sept.

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The Upriver fire that burned 14 homes and took one life is 75% contained today as evacuation orders drop for neighborhoods north of East Upriver Drive and parts of Camp Sekani Park, and Fire District 9 with the Department of Natural Resources will focus on mop-up and patrol work.

Local stores are rapidly selling out of viral NeeDoh squish toys as social media drives a buying frenzy among people of all ages, with retailers now limiting purchases daily to keep prices fair+inventory orders continue to surge across Spokane Valley.

Spokane writer Kathryn Robinson released her mystery novel Under the Tree Ferns on June 16, inspired by her years in Puerto Rico and visits to Coeur d’Alene.

The book blends memoir and fiction and is available online and at local bookstores.

Windsong School in Spokane follows the Waldorf method by forgoing computers in the classroom and focusing on play-based social learning.

The private school delays homework until third grade to help build students' interpersonal skills (this approach nurtures creativity and a hands-on learning style).

Spokane dentist and RIDE program director CJ Yoon returned last month after a two-week dental, eye and medical care mission in Akhiok, Alaska—serving 40 residents.

His work as a lieutenant colonel in the Air National Guard continues this annual commitment to rural communities.

Mikey Bell, Gonzaga's baseball star who earned back-to-back West Coast Conference Player of the Year honors by posting a team-best .378 with nine homers + 47 RBIs, announced his transfer to join Georgia's team that advanced to the College World Series last season.

The Little family built a three-generation racing legacy, beginning with Chuck’s local track efforts and continuing through Chad’s and Jesse’s national series wins + they celebrated Father’s Day gatherings that reflected on over 50 years in motorsports.

The Spokane Indians lost 9-5 to the Canadians in a series finale at Avista Stadium Sunday afternoon after key hits from Max Belyeu and Tommy Hopfe.

They will gear up for a six-game series against Tri-City starting Tuesday night at 6:35 p.m.

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.

CPP Great Northwest Nationals

Daily from Jul 17th to Jul 19th — Spokane County Fair and Expo Center — Check event details for pricing — Explore classic cars and custom vehicles at this exciting showcase.