Good morning, Spokane Valley.

Families who lost school photos in recent wildfires can call Dorian Studio for free digital restoration if the photos are verified; the recovery process may take up to a week (time may vary) and Leo's Photography will soon work with schools to assist affected families.

After five years as president of Mission Meadows Community Garden, Lynn Parsons is stepping back as the non-profit seeks new leadership; volunteer harvests continue every other Wednesday (4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.) for free produce distribution in Spokane Valley.

Spokane Valley school buses will add new safety features this school year to protect students.

The school district confirmed the changes following a review of current safety measures.

Avista is proposing a price increase and will hold a public hearing on Thursday at 6 p.m. to let community members share their views before a final decision is made.

Flags at all city facilities are lowered to half-staff to honor Dolly Parton, who died Tuesday.

Mayor Lisa Brown said the tribute will continue until close of business on September 1 and encouraged residents with outdoor flags to join in the recognition.

Gov. Bob Ferguson plans to propose a statewide cellphone ban in K-12 schools and will share details on Sept.

15; if approved, school districts will begin enforcement next September.

The U.S. Highway 395 bridge over Wandermere Road was dedicated yesterday as a memorial for SCFD9 Lieutenant and Paramedic Cody Traber — who lost his life fighting a brush fire in August 2021.

EPA official Brooks Stanfield reported that 260 properties (EPA Region 10) are now cleared of hazardous household materials from Spokane Complex fire areas as of Tuesday, Aug.

25. Cleanup crews will soon expand work to affected properties in Mead.

Yesterday, the Spokane Indians rallied for three in the fifth to win 5-3 against Vancouver at Nat Bailey Stadium, keeping playoff hopes alive for a second-half spot.

The series resumes today at 7:05 p.m. as they look to leapfrog rivals.

80 years ago, Spokane hosted the first U.S. Women’s Open at the Spokane Country Club — a historic event that overcame a clubhouse fire with a makeshift setup and saw top star Patty Berg claim a win despite injury.

Point guard Xaivian Lee, who played last season at Florida and three seasons at Princeton, orally committed to Gonzaga Wednesday via Instagram.

He became the school's third 5-of-5 commitment and recently secured a temporary restraining order against the NCAA to gain a fifth season of eligibility.