Sunday, September 22nd, 2024
Good morning, Spokane Valley. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 22nd of September.
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A frost advisory alerts areas including Spokane Valley, Coeur d'Alene, and Harrington to protect outdoor plants due to temperatures as low as 34°F causing frost from 2 AM to 8 AM PDT Saturday. NonStopLocal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Spokane's voter-approved initiative to expand restrictions on public camping, surviving multiple legal challenges, was upheld by the state Court of Appeals and is now being reviewed by the state Supreme Court. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Spokane County voters to decide on the renewal of a critical sales tax in November, essential for funding the juvenile justice system and various rehabilitation programs. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Spokane County Sheriff opposes Spokane City's proposed safety tax over concerns it lacks accountability and could hinder future regional public safety funding. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ A Spokane police officer was terminated for displaying a politically charged 'Let's Go Brandon' sticker on his patrol car for eight weeks, amidst controversy and disappointment from the community. NonStopLocal
- ➤ Spokane voters will decide on a 0.1% sales tax increase to fund police, fire department, and court services amid budget constraints and public safety concerns. The Spokesman-Review
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Spokane faces a severe shortage of child psychiatrists with less than 15 available for about 20,000 children needing mental health care, exacerbating the youth mental health crisis. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ September is recognized as National Recovery Month in the US to educate on substance use, honor health care professionals, and promote recovery with this year's theme emphasizing that 'Recovery is For Everyone'. The Spokesman-Review
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ No. 20 Whitworth football team maintains unbeaten record with a 35-28 win over Chapman, attributing their success to strong special teams' performance despite being outgained in total offense. The Spokesman-Review
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September Pokémon League Challenge
Experience the excitement of a Pokémon League Challenge with a Standard format and prizes for all participants at Direct Damage Games.
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RIGHT RESPONSE® Certification Workshop
Learn effective de-escalation techniques in this comprehensive certification workshop focused on proactive conflict and crisis management.
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Justyn Priest Live Performance
Experience a captivating live performance by Justyn Priest, a talented singer, songwriter, and guitarist from Spokane, WA, at Boomers Classic Rock Bar & Grill.
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Weekly Storytime for Children at Barnes & Noble
Experience an engaging weekly Storytime in the children's department at Barnes & Noble, perfect for young readers.
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Flowers for Wolves Concert at Spokane County Fair and Expo Center
Experience the heartwarming melodies and toe-tapping rhythms of the duo Flowers for Wolves in a lively performance.
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Washington State Quilt Show 2024
Experience the largest quilt show in Eastern Washington, showcasing over 500 quilts along with a Quilter's Boutique and numerous vendor booths.
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