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Spokane Valley
Sunday, October 12th, 2025
Good morning, Spokane Valley. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 12th of October.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Jake Abbott, owner of Ruby Creek Resort, was honored with the inaugural Outstanding Customer Service Award last week at a tourism conference in Spokane — his boutique RV resort along the Pend Oreille River, which opened in 2023, is known for making every guest feel welcome. Abbott said the award recognizes his resort’s core value of excellent service. KXLY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Spokane honored hometown legend Bing Crosby on Saturday at Gonzaga's Bing Crosby House Museum to mark 100 years since he left the city for his entertainment career. His daughter Mary Crosby emphasized how the city shaped his legacy. KHQ
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mount Spokane Ski and Snowboard Park posted a photo of the first snowflakes of the season on October 11th — the National Weather Service issued winter weather advisories in parts of Washington and Idaho to mark the start of winter conditions. FOX 28 Spokane
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local community leaders from different parties back the Together Spokane initiative, asking voters to approve a school bond and parks levy this November. The measures will fund projects that rebuild schools, add a new trades high school, and upgrade park safety — investments meant to strengthen Spokane neighborhoods for the future. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Spokane declared October as Domestic Violence Action Month with a proclamation signed by Mayor Lisa Brown—city officials say local departments and community partners will work together to support those affected. FOX 28 Spokane
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A feature on FOX28 Spokane showcased 13 fall casseroles that fill homes with warm, inviting aromas while offering easy recipes for both breakfast and dinner — the collection highlights simple, seasonal tastes that bring comfort to autumn evenings. FOX 28 Spokane
- ➤ A new collection of 7 dump-and-go slow cooker recipes gives home cooks an easy way to turn simple ingredients into bold, flavorful dinners—each dish is designed for quick weeknight meals without extra fuss. The recipes let busy families enjoy calm evenings while dinner practically makes itself. FOX 28 Spokane
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Hundreds participated in MultiCare's Bridge to Brunch 5K in Spokane on Oct 11 despite chilly weather, finishing the race + enjoying waffles, mimosas and live music + in partnership with Spokane's University District. KHQ
- ➤ Spokane Chiefs goalie Carter Esler made 20 saves to help his team hold off the Seattle Thunderbirds 2-1 on Saturday. The game was the first of a six game Western Hockey League road trip — the Chiefs improved to a 3-3 record and will travel to Medicine Hat on Tuesday. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Dianne Bruhn, 85, is looking forward to her 50th Bloomsday after a long career inspired by her four sons—she recalled that during a 2025 race near Spokane Falls Community College, her boys joined her on the course. Her 90-year-old husband plans to compete with their two daughters as she considers running more if she still feels good. The Spokesman-Review
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Folk Bird Quilting Workshop with Heather Black
5:30 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. — Spokane Fairgrounds — Quilt Kit required — Create a delightful family of modern birds in this hands-on quilt workshop.
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Cozy Village Quilting Workshop with Fran Gulick
5:30 p.m. — The Quilting Bee — Registration required — Learn to create a modern quilt with three dynamic house block patterns under expert guidance.
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Wild Moose Chase Trail Run
8 AM — Riverside State Park — Entry fee applies — Experience one of the best trail runs in the Pacific Northwest with options for 5k, 10k, and 25k races.
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Manufacturing Suppliers Expo
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM — Mirabeau Park Hotel & Convention Center — Cost info not provided — Connect with key players in the regional manufacturing industry at this annual expo.
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