Good morning, Spokane Valley.

Hundreds of law enforcement agencies and fire departments from Montana, Idaho, and Washington gathered at Dwight Merkel Sports Complex on Wednesday to honor fallen Sergeant Ken Salas, who died on Aug.

9 after being struck by a motorcyclist while helping remove a hay bale. The procession led to his public memorial at Spokane Convention Center at 1 p.m.—county officials also lowered courthouse flags to half-staff until Saturday.

A house fire damaged a home in Spokane Valley and firefighters worked quickly to put out the blaze—officials are investigating the cause as residents await updates.

On August 20, the Spokane Fire Department responded to two 5:30 a.m. reports of small fires — about 50 by 50 feet near Eagle Ridge and the 195 in Latah Valley — with no structures threatened and no injuries reported as officials investigated the cause.

Today, school lunches in 2025 show a big change as schools serve fresh meals with dishes like ginger chicken, roasted beet crisps, and mango-chili smoothies that meet new nutrition rules and use local produce.

New menus offer build-your-own bowls and options for different diets—providing students with meals that are both tasty and healthy.

Wildlife agencies in Washington, Idaho and Oregon are urging fall hunters to follow state rules to handle animal carcasses properly to stop the spread of CWD — a disease that affects deer and elk.

Hunters are advised to review guidelines before transporting harvests to protect local wildlife.

A Tacoma immigration judge ordered Cesar Alvarez Perez to be removed from the country after ICE detained him during the June 11 protests in Spokane—Perez can file an appeal by September 19.

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.

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.

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.

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.