Good morning, Spokane Valley.

Spokane County’s cemetery districts were formed in 1974 through voter petitions and are now managed by older community members who care for places like Spangle, West Greenwood, Moran, and Elk.

These boards face challenges with low funding, strict state audit rules, and recruiting new volunteers — which may impact the upkeep of these historic sites.

Spokane County Fire District 8 will host a coat giveaway on October 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 6117 S Palouse Highway for families with children in need + sizes available range from 5 to 18.

Spokane Farmers Market will extend its fall season until the weekend before Thanksgiving at Coeur d'Alene Park in Browne's Addition, with Wednesday hours from 8 a.m. to noon and November Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Local farmer James Rowley said the extra schedule helps bring more fall produce such as onions, beets, carrots, apples, and winter squash to shoppers—ensuring fresher options into the season.

Author Tananarive Due will join Spokane Is Reading remotely on Thursday at 1 p.m. at Spokane Valley Library and 7 p.m. at Central Library to discuss her novel The Reformatory—a horror and historical fiction work that reimagines the story of a school based on the Dozier School for Boys. A committee from local libraries and Auntie’s Bookstore selected the book, and copies are available for borrowing or purchase.

Nearly 100 kids got flu shots on Saturday at MultiCare clinics across Inland Northwest with local figure Otto from the Spokane Indians offering support—MultiCare will host another flu clinic on Nov.

15 for those who missed it.

Families will need to take extra care during Halloween trick-or-treating to avoid falls and traffic injuries, as research shows that nearly 3,200 related injuries are treated each year.

Injury prevention specialist Emmy Sasala advised using non-toxic face paint instead of masks and adding reflective tape—measures that help keep children safe when they walk with an adult.

Sam Oremba scored two goals including one on a penalty shot as the Spokane Chiefs edged the Red Deer Rebels 3-2 at Marchant Crane Centrium on Saturday—goalie Linus Vieillard made 22 saves while the team prepares for a road game in Calgary today.

The NCAA denied a waiver for Gonzaga transfer Tyon Grant-Foster — a decision now being challenged in Spokane County with a preliminary injunction hearing set for Thursday at 3:30 p.m.— and Gonzaga remains hopeful for a fair outcome.

Legal experts argue the ruling does not follow the five-year eligibility rule and Washington disability law.

Eastern Washington beat Idaho 21-14 Saturday night at Roos Field in Cheney when redshirt sophomore Nate Bell led the team by gaining nearly all its rushing yards and throwing two touchdowns.

Head coach Aaron Best said the team will share carries more evenly to reduce Bell’s workload (a plan to preserve his strength).

Bloomsday race perennial Robert Maudlin corrected his 1977 record after a call with founder Don Kardong and has now been officially recognized for 49 years of running in Spokane.

He plans to join downtown for the 50th race in May with his family, determined to finish even if he must use a wheelchair in his 90s — a testament to his lifelong commitment.

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.

Immunization Clinic at CHAS Health Valley

9 a.m.-1 p.m. — CHAS Valley Medical Clinic — Call to schedule or walk in — Get your flu shot at this community-focused vaccination event.