Good morning, Spokane Valley.

Spokane Symphony’s outreach program brings music lessons to Yasuhara Middle School where musicians coached beginner cellists + bassists on Oct.

14 to improve their sound. A $40,000 Future Song Foundation grant will expand the program that has grown enrollment to 50 orchestra and 100 band students.

Educators Luc Jasmin and Natalie Poulson debated education funding at a KSPS event for the statehouse seat, with Jasmin supporting increased special education funding and early learner support — while Poulson advocated for efficient dollars and school choice options.

Developers plan to build 11 townhomes near the Liberty Park Aquatics Center at 580 S.

Pittsburg St, adding to a nearby 47-unit apartment project. Construction will begin early next year on $6 million homes designed for public servants – featuring three stories, three bedrooms, and outdoor decks with views.