Good morning, Spokane Valley.

Tuesday evening, Catholic Charities passed out 300 backpacks filled with school supplies and hygiene items on Division Street for students and families hit by the fires while Innovia Foundation offered $5.3 million in grants and the city collected donations for ongoing support — a coordinated effort to ease community hardships.

Heroes Homestead is collecting everyday items such as linens and housewares for wildfire survivors and veterans after recent fires, with smaller donations accepted at local Lithia dealerships and larger items coordinated through the organization.

The drive is part of an ongoing community effort to help those impacted by the wildfires.

Bank of America donated $250,000 to the Red Cross to support wildfire relief in Spokane and the surrounding region.

The donation (announced Tuesday) will fund emergency shelter and meals for those still recovering from recent fires.

After fire cleanup begins, Riverside State Park officials have evaluated 1,000 burned trees and say many can recover with fresh growth by next spring.

Homeowners should hire certified arborists to assess damaged trees while park areas are reopening soon.

Local birders noted more species gathering at feeders after nearby wildfires pushed displaced birds from heavily burned areas.

Observations include woodpeckers, chickadees, and house finches (which are surprisingly less territorial than expected).

Today, Washington State's Bureau of Indian Affairs awarded $280,000 to the American Indian Community Center in Spokane, with funds planned to boost community programs + improve local services.

Spokane Transit Authority launched its See Say app (letting riders report safety concerns with photos and videos) while advising riders to call 911 for any emergencies.

Spokane Valley City Council unanimously approved a change to lower speed limits (from 35 mph to 30 mph) on three major streets near six schools, aiming to improve student safety.

The adjustment covers Park Road, Pines Road, and Broadway, and officials say further changes may follow.

Spokane Indians rallied from an eight run deficit to beat the Hillsboro Hops 12-10 (at Avista Stadium) Tuesday.

Kelvin Hidalgo hit a go-ahead two run home run in the eighth inning to lead the best comeback win of the season.