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Thursday, August 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Spokane Valley. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Spokane County Sheriff’s Office Sergeant Ken Salas died on August 9 when a motorcycle struck him on I-90 near the Four Lakes exit while he cleared a traffic hazard—SCOPE is now raising donations to cover his funeral expenses and support his family. Spokane County
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Spokane Valley Fire Department reported a structure fire today on East Montgomery Avenue when smoke was seen coming from the ceiling of a cold storage unit — crews controlled the blaze with sprinklers and no injuries were reported while delays are expected in the area. KXLY
- ➤ Firefighters are battling a structure fire at a bottling plant on the 11000 block of East Montgomery just before 3:00 p.m.+ additional crews are arriving as drivers are advised to avoid the area with no injuries reported. KHQ
- ➤ Firefighters battled a structure fire at a bottling plant on the 11000 block of East Montgomery yesterday after a call came in just before 3:00 p.m.—no injuries were reported and drivers were advised to avoid the area as five additional crews arrived. FOX 28 Spokane
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday morning, an adult fleeing law enforcement crashed into a Washington State Patrol car on Interstate 90 near Argonne Road—troopers reported that the suspect, who was speeding at 80 mph in a 60 mph zone, was arrested on a DUI charge with a blood alcohol content of 0.24 and no injuries were reported. The Spokesman-Review
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Blues music icons Keb’ Mo’ and Shawn Colvin will perform at Fox Theater next Thursday. Tickets start at $45—local fans can enjoy a unique blend of blues and folk sounds in an engaging live show. The Spokesman-Review
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ An unvaccinated child in Kootenai County tested positive for measles—health officials say this case may signal more undetected spread that could reach Spokane Valley due to travel ties. Health providers have received alerts and a vaccination clinic is scheduled at Shaw Middle School on Aug. 27 from 3 to 6 p.m. to help protect the community. The Spokesman-Review
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7:30-11:30 p.m. — Spokane County Interstate Fair — Registration required — Participate in an electrifying nighttime 5K featuring glow effects and lively music.
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Spokane County Interstate Fair 2025
6:00 – 7:30 p.m. — Spokane County Interstate Fair — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening filled with top rodeo excitement and community fun.
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PRCA Rodeo
4:00 – 5:30 p.m. — Spokane County Interstate Fair — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling rodeo action live at the Spokane Fair and Expo Center.
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RIM Ride - Rotary in Motion
8 PM – 12 AM — Liberty Launch Academy — Entry fee applicable — Explore scenic routes around Liberty Lake and Spokane Valley during an exciting cycling event for all ages.
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