Good morning, Spokane Valley.

A week-long diaper drive kicked off Monday in Spokane to collect diapers, wipes, and other essential supplies for families facing diaper insecurity—Shades of Motherhood, the Carl Maxey Center, and Raze Early Learning Center lead the effort.

The drive will run through September 22 and include educational events for new parents.

Home cooks in Spokane Valley are hosting soup swap parties to share affordable, seasonal soup and reduce solo meal prep.

Organizers advise using freezer-safe containers and clear labels—steps that ensure food safety.

On September 15, 2025, the Spokane Valley Fire Department Engine 2 helped an 8-year-old boy whose leg was stuck in his bike’s crank arm and later took the damaged bike—a gift from his grandfather—to a local shop for repairs.

A tentative agreement ended the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 302 strike after more than a month—union members returned to work immediately following the deal reached on September 15.

NWFM — a farm management company, will permanently lay off 283 employees starting November 15, and local communities are expected to feel the impact.

The Washington Employment Security Department did not provide a reason for the layoffs.

Rising gas prices in Washington led many drivers to fill up in Idaho after a six-cent-per-gallon fuel tax raised costs on July 1 and is set to increase 2% with inflation; in Liberty Lake a station charged $4.29 while prices in Idaho came in from $3.49 to $3.59 — prompting concerns from Senator Leonard Christian about lost state revenue.

Central Valley School District’s Virtual Learning High School has offered students a flexible way to learn since its full-time start over a year ago with six teachers ready to provide one-on-one help – letting them join sports and clubs at local schools.

This support has helped students like Timothey Kanyushkin get back on track, and teachers praise the program for its welcoming approach.

Spokane City Council approved the Spokane United 911 Network with a unanimous 6-0 vote, establishing a new call center to handle all 911 calls within the city.

The new department will have its own fund for managing revenues and expenses (SREC will end its services on January 1).

Secretary of State Steve Hobbs urges Washington voters to register so they can make their voices count and says that elections are secure + transparent.

Residents must register online or by mail by October 27 or in person at county offices until November 4 at 8:00 p.m.

The Spokane Regional Health District said tuberculosis cases have risen from 5 in 2020 to 12 in 2024 and now show 11 active cases with 20 under observation today, and Spokane County Commissioners reported that an extra TB nurse may be needed in 2026 — a nurse required solely to give and watch over patient medication.

The Washington State Chapter of Huntington’s Disease Society of America is hosting the Team Hope Walk at Orchard Park in Liberty Lake on October 4—registration starts at 9:00 a.m. and the walk begins at 9:30 a.m.; all funds raised will support efforts to help those affected by Huntington’s disease.

Berkly Catton, a top Kraken prospect, said he weighs just under 180 pounds after steadily gaining strength during the offseason and started rookie camp on Thursday.

The team will decide next week if he makes the NHL roster or returns to the WHL with Spokane—his role now hangs on his performance.