Good morning, Spokane Valley.

Local community meetings are set to offer wildfire resources to residents affected by fires, providing clear guidance and support at several local centers.

Officials say the sessions will help people learn about safety measures and available assistance.

Five TikTok creators from Spokane raised $9,233 to help wildfire victims while local agencies issued an Air Quality Alert for several counties due to harmful smoke levels; residents are advised to reduce outdoor activities until air quality improves.

SpokAnimal is hosting its annual Doggie Dip at Spokane Aquatic Centers next weekend.

The event will be held on August 21-23 at Liberty, Shadle, and Comstock pools with a $10 fee per dog (proof of rabies vaccination required) to raise funds for SpokAnimal.

MultiCare’s Inland Northwest Foundation is hosting the MultiCare Northwest Golf Classic (an 18-hole scramble open to the public) on Saturday, Aug.

22 at MeadowWood Golf Course in Liberty Lake to raise funds for wildfire-affected employees. Registration costs $150 per golfer or $600 per team, with sponsorships starting at $250.

The Mead School District Board of Directors is considering an emergency resolution to waive competitive bid requirements so experts can quickly test air quality and remediate six schools near recent fires.

The board expects to use state Emergency Repair Pool Grant funding to help ensure safe facilities before classes resume.

WDFW said fish at Spokane Fish Hatchery remained healthy after staff evacuated during the Spokane Complex fires.

Staff returned earlier this week to resume feeding and cleaning the ponds as the hatchery design and constant 51-degree water flow protected the fish.

Spokane County officials lifted wildfire evacuation orders today and authorized EPA and FEMA to remove hazardous materials from damaged properties—Red Cross staging sites offer free protection kits from 2-6 p.m. at Windriver Drive, Woodside, and Rifle Club Road.

County commissioners lowered demolition fees and expedited permits to help residents rebuild.

The Spokane Valley Fire Department graduated 15 recruits after an 18 week academy and they helped fight local fires following wildland and emergency medical training.

Family and community support energized the ceremony and Captain Pooley praised their hard work + quick response.

The Washington state Office of the Insurance Commissioner is hosting free monthly claims workshops for fire recovery beginning Monday, Aug.

17 at Spokane Falls Community College (Building 24, Auditorium Room 110) to guide residents through the claims process. Future sessions will occur every second Monday starting in September.

The Westgate Park playground in northwest Spokane was destroyed in the fire, and park crews will complete hazardous tree assessments while the planned replacement under the Park levy stays on schedule.

The developed area of the park is open, but the playground remains closed until further notice.

Residents affected by recent wildfires can apply online or at local offices to receive emergency cash aid from DSHS if they meet income and disaster-related requirements.

The assistance is available in disaster-designated areas including Chelan, Douglas, Ferry, Okanogan, Spokane, Stevens and Yakima Counties (and select tribal groups).

Washington state health officials confirmed on Monday that childhood vaccine rules remain unchanged for the upcoming school year, advising parents to follow current guidelines (based on trusted expert recommendations) amid federal proposals to alter standards for K-12 and childcare documentation.