Daily Spokane Valley Logo Daily Spokane Valley

Tuesday, December 31st, 2024

SHARE

Good morning, Spokane Valley. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 31st of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • A proposed Chick-fil-A in Spokane's Logan neighborhood faces mixed reactions as it moves closer to approval, with discussions on environmental concerns and community needs.  KHQ
  • Spokane police and rideshare drivers emphasize the importance of planning safe transportation on New Year's Eve to prevent alcohol-related traffic incidents.  FOX 28 Spokane

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • The Gonzaga University men's basketball team's charter flight was involved in a near-miss incident at LAX, but all aboard were safe and the situation is under investigation.  KHQ

CRIME NEWS

  • In Spokane Valley, one man was hospitalized and another arrested following a morning stabbing incident.  FOX 28 Spokane
  • Spokane Police Department responded to a call about a man with a gun, resulting in the man's fatal shooting, marking the department's 6th officer-involved shooting this year.  KXLY

ECONOMY NEWS

  • The Inland Northwest saw significant business movement in 2024, including leadership changes, company acquisitions, and innovative startups, alongside the closure and liquidation of established firms.  Spokane Journal of Business
  • Barry Baker transitions to chairman of Baker Construction & Development Inc., as Brooke Baker Spink becomes CEO among other leadership changes, effective Jan. 1.  Spokane Journal of Business

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • 2024 highlighted major global events including a pivotal presidential election and the expansion of AI, alongside Spokane area developments such as a landmark cellphone ban in schools and significant local elections.  The Spokesman-Review

SPORTS NEWS

  • Gonzaga women's basketball team improved their record to 7-8 after a convincing 75-54 victory over Pepperdine, demonstrating potential for a strong season.  The Spokesman-Review

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • From Tip to Toe: An Italian Wine Tour for STAHR

    This event features a wine tasting experience focused on Italian wines, with proceeds supporting displaced pets and providing no-cost microchip clinics.

    Sat, 1/25/25

    View event
  • Spokane Boat Show 2025

    The Spokane Boat Show features dealers from the Inland Northwest showcasing the latest boats and boating accessories at the Spokane County Fair and Expo Center.

    Thu, 1/30/25

    View event

REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.

JOB BOARD

SUBMIT JOB

No new job posts today. You can submit one here.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

SUBMIT

No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

The enemy of art is the absence of constraints.

~ Orson Welles

About Daily Spokane Valley

Welcome to the Daily Spokane Valley, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Spokane Valley, Washington community. If you like the Daily Spokane Valley, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Spokane Valley.

Advertising Opportunities

Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Spokane Valley and across Washington. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.

Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.

Community, delivered

Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.

You can unsubscribe at any time.

Subscribe to Daily Spokane Valley

A free Spokane Valley community newsletter.

Daily local news
We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
6AM City
A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.

© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here