Good morning, Spokane Valley.

Valleyfest brought families together at Mirabeau Park on Saturday with music, food, games and cultural activities.

Many enjoyed chess tournaments, astronomy displays and a country line-dancing competition, while today's events include a bicycle celebration and a Pawfest for pets.

A Spokane author published her fourth book yesterday, marking a milestone in her literary career as the new release reaches local bookstores and online platforms.

Readers can enjoy fresh stories that add to the region's creative spirit.

South Perry Together held the 24th (annual) South Perry Street Fair in the South Perry District, featuring live music, food, a kids zone, booths, and fun treats.

Organizers are already planning next year’s 25th anniversary celebration.

Gonzaga University’s Art Department is showcasing Spiritual Elegance at M.

Woldson Gallery featuring nine regional Native artists who blend traditional techniques and modern styles. The exhibit, curated by Titus Capoeman, remains on display until Dec. 18 and will include field trips for students.

Five journalism graduate students from the American University of Armenia are interning in Spokane newsrooms for three weeks to learn American journalism skills.

The program (funded by a U.S. State Department grant and developed with Washington State University) gives them hands-on experience in a variety of media environments.

Seventh-ranked Spokane Velocity remain in playoff contention after defeating third-place Forward Madison 1-0 on Saturday at Breese Stevens Field in Madison.

Jack Denton scored the late goal to secure the win and keep their postseason hopes alive with 43 points.

Spokane Valley's Spokane Chiefs edged the Tri–City Americans 3+2 in a close hockey game.

The match took place recently and excited local fans with strong, competitive play.

Aliana Vakaloloma (who trained with Zephyr FC and played for Fiji) returns to lead the Ridgeline girls soccer team in her senior season.

Coach Tiera Como said her international experience promises a calming influence as the team builds on its past success.

The Southeast Sports Complex is getting 60 new parking spaces and restrooms in the first phase set to finish by early October, while a second phase will add more spots next spring - local parents are adapting to parking changes as fines are imposed in nearby lots.