Good morning, Spokane Valley.

A crash blocked the left lanes in both directions on Highway 290 just west of Argonne Road in Spokane Valley yesterday and caused significant delays near Sargent Road—drivers were advised to expect long backups and consider alternate routes.

Two Spokane pioneers built the Auditorium Theater in 1890 after a big downtown fire to host live shows for up to 1,750 people — the building later changed hands during tough financial times and was taken down in early 1934 as movies grew popular.

The Spokane City Council will discuss today an ordinance that allows the police to invest in an explosive detection K—9.

The proposal allocates $42,654—covering registration, schooling, travel, equipment and interfund capital commissioning to boost local security.

Starting July 1, Washington will raise hunting and fishing license fees by 38% after Gov. Ferguson signed a law on May 17 — a measure that provides discounts for seniors and disabled veterans.

Residents can buy licenses at the current price until July 1 — and a new Columbia River endorsement will be required for fishing beginning January 1, 2026.

The all-female Air Race Classic finished in Spokane on June 20 when team Skybound Scotts—pilots Lauren Scott and Rebecca Carroll—won after flying a 2,426-mile route from Fairhope to Felts Field.

The race used a handicap system to level the playing field and highlighted the strong bond the pilots formed during the competition.

Eugene Emeralds vs. Spokane Indians

1-4 p.m. — Avista Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting baseball matchup between the Eugene Emeralds and Spokane Indians live.

Spokane Indians vs. Eugene Emeralds

1:05-2:35 p.m. — Avista Stadium — Tickets from $36 — Catch the action in this local baseball showdown between the Spokane Indians and Eugene Emeralds.

CRAVE! Northwest Food Festival

6-9 p.m. — CenterPlace Regional Event Center — Admission varies — Celebrate the culinary creativity of regional chefs at this three-day food extravaganza.