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Spokane Valley
Monday, October 13th, 2025
Good morning, Spokane Valley. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 13th of October.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Brunot Hall began as a mansion donated by Felix and Mary Ann Brunot that was converted into St. Mary's Hall—a girls' school serving Spokane's wealthy families before enrollment fell as public schools improved. The building later housed a dance studio, theater, and wartime worker apartments until a 1973 fire during a standoff led to police injuries and its eventual demolition. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Three local friends enjoyed a creative Halloween outing, donning pop culture costumes and trick-or-treating through nearby neighborhoods. They visited various spots—experiencing playful challenges and humorous encounters amid spooky decorations. The Spokesman-Review
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Spokane National College Fair will be held at the Spokane Convention Center on October 15 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.—offering over 200 college representatives a chance for students and parents to ask about courses, campus life and financial aid. FOX 28 Spokane
- ➤ Spokane Falls Community College's student-run newspaper the Communicator is a finalist for the prestigious Pacemaker Award that honors excellence in collegiate journalism. The paper, the only Washington finalist, will have winners announced at the National College Media Convention on Oct 15-18 (in Washington, D.C.). The Spokesman-Review
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A security company asked a judge to block Washington state's new sales tax expansion law that went into effect on October 1—this law now taxes services like digital advertising, live performances and security monitoring. The company argued the law violates the state Constitution and will lead schools, businesses and organizations to reduce security services. FOX 28 Spokane
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Siemers Farm Festival in Greenbluff offers family fun every Friday, Saturday & Sunday through the weekend of October 26, featuring Washington State's oldest corn maze where visitors follow clues to deliver a secret message and enjoy a train ride, bouncy castle, and farm-fresh treats. Tickets cost $8 in person or $10 online while children two and under get free entry. FOX 28 Spokane
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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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