Good morning, Spokane Valley.

As temperatures climb in Spokane into the 90s, families and individuals can cool off at public pools, splash pads and libraries.

City officials will activate formal cooling centers with extra beds and free transit rides when temperatures hit 95° for two consecutive days—ensuring relief for those without air conditioning.

On July 28, 2025, two teenagers were injured in a drive-by shooting on South Hill near 5600 S Hatch—one victim was in critical condition and both were taken to a local hospital as Spokane Police continue to investigate the incident.

Skeletal remains found in Spokane have been linked through DNA evidence to a 2022 double killing of an Omak couple near the Canadian border — the remains were identified as 25-year-old Dylan J.

Harrington, ending a multiple-year manhunt.

Police reported that two 18-year-olds (one critically injured) were injured in a drive-by shooting early Sunday on South Hill; officers responded at 3 a.m. near South Hatch Road and East 54th Avenue and transported the victims to a local hospital.

Spokane Valley deputies arrested 41-year-old Joshua J.

Arkinson early Monday morning near the Spokane Valley Mall after he shattered a hotel glass door and threatened staff with a knife at 1:30 a.m., and they later recovered two knives and brass knuckles from him when he reportedly said five girls were coming to kill him.

At about 1:20 a.m. on July 28th, Spokane Valley deputies arrested 41-year-old Joshua J.

Arkinson after he broke a hotel door window and claimed people in the forest were trying to kill him — deputies recovered two knives and a set of metal/brass knuckles — and he was booked on felony and misdemeanor charges.

A host family said their 16-year-old French exchange student Mathilde Le Loc'h left their Spokane Valley home at 3:30 a.m. Monday and was later confirmed safe in Coeur d'Alene—she traveled 25 miles on foot and contacted her family via WhatsApp at 8:30 p.m.

Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown proposed early implementation of Senate Bill 5509—aiming to let child care centers open in residential and commercial zones without a costly conditional-use permit process—and she presented her plan to the City Council on July 28.

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.

Run The Night Glow Run

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Spokane County Interstate Fair — Registration required — Participate in an electrifying nighttime 5K featuring glow effects and lively music.