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Friday, July 4th, 2025

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Good morning, Spokane Valley. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of July.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Two Spokane Valley businesses supported families of fallen firefighters by donating sales on Tuesday, July 1 and raising over $10,000 for the Red & Blue Foundation. YaYa Brewing Company said it will continue donating sales from Mama Torrez Salsa this weekend — boosting help for families affected by the Canfield Mountain incident.  KXLY
  • Every Monday, veterans meet for breakfast at Revel Spokane — organized by the Inland Empire Chapter of the Vietnam Veterans of America — to share their stories and honor their service from Vietnam, World War II, and the Korean War.  The Spokesman-Review

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A crash on US-395 near Spotted Road is blocking traffic in both directions today—authorities are working to clear the scene and advise travelers to use alternative routes until further notice.  KHQ
  • A crash on US-395 near Spotted Road blocked traffic in both directions on July 3rd—travelers were advised to take alternate routes—and authorities worked to clear the scene and restore normal traffic flow.  FOX 28 Spokane

CRIME NEWS

  • Kohberger pleaded guilty in court and residents in Spokane Valley showed mixed reactions—some are worried while others expect the legal process to move forward.  KXLY

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Spokane County Parks, Recreation and Golf announced burn restrictions—effective immediately—to stop outdoor burning and charcoal briquet BBQs in unincorporated County Parks while Liberty Lake ORV Park will close to motorized activities on July 7 to boost safety amid dry, breezy weather. County Animal Protection Service advises pet owners to keep pets indoors during Fourth of July celebrations to guard against fireworks and heat risks.  FOX 28 Spokane

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Thu, 7/10/25

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  • 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.

    Sun, 7/13/25

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  • 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.

    Thu, 7/17/25

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  • Spokane Scottish Highland Games

    2:00 – 10:30 AM — Spokane County Fair and Expo Center — Check event website for entry fees — Celebrate Scottish culture with music, athletics, and dance.

    Sat, 8/2/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Courage is being scared to death but saddling up anyway.

~ John Wayne

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