Good morning, Spokane Valley.

Alumni from the first graduating class of Joel E.

Ferris High School will gather for a 60th reunion dinner Saturday at Rockwood Retirement Center on South Hill to share memories of early school days and longtime traditions like the first Ham on Regal fundraiser.

Multiple fire crews are responding to a 4- to 5-acre fire at the 10500 block of Hatch Road, west of Highway 195 near Latah Creek Golf Course, and Level 1 evacuations have been issued for residents of Mullen Hill Mobile Home Park as air support & bulldozers are en route.

Shaun Pattison expands his family skate legacy by purchasing and renovating a former rink in Spokane Valley.

Upgrades were completed early August & a grand opening celebration honored 75 years of tradition while offering birthday parties, school sessions, and adult-only nights.

Spokane residents can enjoy the 75th Spokane Interstate Fair (featuring four new attractions like a butterfly garden, canine circus, stunt show and parrot performance) today at the Spokane County Fair and Expo Center; the event continues through Sept.

20 with live music, rodeo events and fair food.

Fashion Week Spokane showcased local design talent at Overbluff Cellars yesterday — featuring 70 models, nine designers and vendor booths — as the event highlighted creative fashion including upcycled ready-to-wear and formalwear options.

GEG announced Thursday that testing of 58 wells on the West Plains revealed 53 with unsafe PFAS levels from samples taken at the Spokane Airport, and the airport will test 249 additional wells to address water safety concerns.

The EPA has removed hazardous materials from 700 of 827 fire-damaged properties since cleanup began less than a month ago, staying ahead of a 60-day deadline.

Property owners must now complete asbestos assessments before applying for rebuilding permits.

Former Vice President Mike Pence is in Spokane to receive the Thomas S.

Foley Award for Distinguished Public Service — an honor recognizing his long career and dedication to public service. Local officials and community leaders are present at the ceremony today.

In Spokane Valley, a local mother is pushing to make button batteries safer after her daughter’s death, as companies introduce design changes for secure packaging.

Consumer Reports advises parents to inspect household products to help prevent severe burns if batteries are swallowed.

Senior Marvin Zauana-Kavezeri plays several positions for the East Valley Knights as he focuses on leading his team back to state playoffs this season.

Coach Adam Fisher said his versatility keeps opponents on alert + the community rallies behind his energetic play.

Capsules for the 2026 Greater Spokane League and Northeast A League volleyball teams show records, key returners and coach plans.

Gonzaga Prep’s Mara Sandberg is back to lead the Bullpups while Pullman’s Camber Wolfe aims for a state tournament — coaches note strong rosters and fresh talent energize the season.

The Mead girls cross country team finished third at state last season and will travel to California for the Woodbridge Cross Country Classic Sept.

18-19. Coach Dori Whitford said six returning runners will work together (have fun and run hard) as they prepare for league and district meets.

Ridgeline coach Whitney Abell said the Falcons will rely on six senior leaders to push for a second state 3A volleyball title in mid-November.

The team will face stiff competition in the Greater Spokane League as top players gear up for the season.