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Wednesday, December 10th, 2025
Good morning, Spokane Valley. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 10th of December.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Spokane County pharmacist Sandra Lee Symington Bang had her license suspended on Tuesday by the Pharmacy Quality Assurance Commission for allegedly falsifying prescriptions to obtain controlled substances (she has 20 days to request a hearing). FOX 28 Spokane
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Riverside and Deer Park school districts, north of Spokane, will hold January meetings to review why their capital levies failed; Riverside will examine its $18 million plan for HVAC and safety upgrades & Deer Park will consider alternatives after its $14.6 million levy did not pass. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Students at Westwood Middle School in a 6th grade science class used CAD software to create 3D printed designs of their names or chosen words on Tuesday, Dec. 9 — a project that offered hands-on STEM experience. FOX 28 Spokane
- ➤ The Mead School District approved new guidelines on employee expression that set rules for online postings and classroom decor—disciplinary steps may follow if personal views disrupt operations. The policy passed Monday night to help maintain a balanced learning environment. FOX 28 Spokane
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A wind advisory is in effect from 6 a.m. Wednesday to 7 a.m. Thursday across local areas including Spokane Valley. Gusts of 25-35 mph with peaks to 55 mph may displace loose objects and cause scattered outages, so drivers should secure items and drive carefully. KHQ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Spokane County records show that several couples have been granted marriage licenses, including one pair from Spokane Valley, while dissolutions have been approved for others (official local records). The Spokesman-Review
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A study finds boys who join youth sports from ages 6 to 10 show fewer oppositional behaviors as tweens. Researchers report the sports help develop self-regulation and cooperation (benefiting families in our community) to boost long-term well-being, with no similar effect seen in girls. FOX 28 Spokane
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Seattle released its World Cup match schedule featuring Groups B, D, and G this weekend. Spokane administrator Alex Scott said the city’s chance to serve as a base camp remains high with venues like Northern Quest Resort and Casino + Gonzaga University, and selection is expected by March or April. Spokane Public Radio
- ➤ Owen Pitts, a local basketball player, is admired for his courage and love for the game as he chases his dream in Spokane Valley + his journey inspires young athletes in our community. KXLY
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