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Spokane Boxing Gym hosting lemonade stand to fundraise for youth
SPOKANE, Wash. – The Spokane Boxing Gym will hold a lemonade stand Saturday to fundraise for a girls travel team to compete at the All Women’s Tournament in Auburn. According to Rick Welliver, the founder of Spokane Boxing, the fundraiser will help young athletes travel across the state to compete alongside other boxers throughout Washington.
Collins Aerospace Expands Spokane Facility with $200M Investment
Collins Aerospace, a division of RTX, has begun a $200 million expansion of its carbon brake production facility in Spokane, Washington. The project will add 70,000 square feet to the site, increasing its footprint by 50 percent. This investment is designed to meet the increasing demand from both commercial aviation and military customers in the coming years.
15X Points Offer, Cruise Criminals, Free SkyMiles for Washington State, Delta’s “Big” Announcement and more News!
I can not believe it is fall (well almost). I have my grape order in with my local vineyard (we make our own wine each year) and I am only weeks away from my fall golf trip as well as looking forward to the start of the college football season. But first the week that was:
Eastern Oregon Faces Thunderstorms and Breezy Winds on Labor Day
Pendleton, OR – A low-pressure system is forecasted to move across Oregon and southeast Washington, bringing stormy conditions over Labor Day weekend. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Pendleton has issued an alert for scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms expected to develop on Sunday night and continue into Monday. Residents in eastern Oregon and south-central Washington should prepare for breezy winds as the system moves through the area.
Ski Hill to celebrate end of summer, raise money for ADA restroom facility
LEAVENWORTH – Leavenworth Winter Sports Club (LWSC) is celebrating the end of summer with its third Loos 4 the Lodge event on Sept. 7, from 3:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Proceeds from the event will go towards the Ski Hill Lodge’s ADA Restroom Facility Project, which will offer accessibility, larger capacity during busy events, and covered outdoor patio space. LWSC hopes to raise at least $30,000 at the event.
North Idaho College petitions for reduced accreditation sanction
COEUR D’ALENE, Idaho – North Idaho College (NIC), which has been argued that it has earned a reduced sanction this week. NIC submitted a special report to the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities on Friday, and argued that the college has made improvements that call for a reduced sanction.
Today in Spokane, WA: Smoke From Idaho Wildfires to Impact Air Quality – What You Need to Know
Spokane, WA – Residents of Spokane are urged to take precautions today as wildfire smoke from Idaho is expected to impact air quality in the region. The National Weather Service reports that by this evening, mid and high-level smoke will move into Spokane, reducing visibility and posing health risks, particularly for those with respiratory conditions.
Rep. Duerr receives outstanding legislator award from state association of sewer and water districts
The Washington Association of Sewer & Water Districts (WASWD) presented its annual Outstanding Legislator Award to 1st District State Rep. Davina Duerr. According to the announcement, Duerr has consistently supported and defended special purpose sewer and water districts. This includes House Bill 1621, which gives greater flexibility for districts to self-perform work, resulting in substantial cost savings to Washington state ratepayers. The bill was originally sponsored by 32nd District Rep. Cindy Ryu — who was honored by WASWD last year.
New Washington law aims to reduce burnout, hold hospitals accountable
A decade ago, it was difficult to get a full-time position at St. Michael Medical Center in Silverdale, says Aimee Oien, a union rep for the hospital’s nurses and other staff. Turnover was low. Most staff started in per diem or on-call roles. The last several years — even before the COVID-19 pandemic rocked the health care sector — have been different, she says. Positions across all departments are posted more frequently and sit vacant longer. ...
Playing some good old Ephrata football
Aug. 30—EPHRATA — The Ephrata Tigers will start the season with strong senior leadership and up-and-coming players according to head coach Patrick Mitchell. Last year the team had a 6-4 season and Ephrata were the first in its district. "Last season, I think it went really well," Mitchell said. "We had a younger team that fought and battled all year long, and we brought home a league title for ...
Quincy housing market evening out but still tough on first-time buyers
Aug. 30—QUINCY — The real estate market is evening out in Quincy, according to real estate agent Tom Parrish, but it's still an uphill battle to get into a first home. "If you look at the dynamics of what homes are available in Quincy, you have the 1950s '60s homes that traditionally people will stay in five to six years," Parrish said. "You know, family's growing, we need to move out, so ...
Kansas City Secures Victory Over Eastern Washington
Orem, UTAH - ??Kansas City Volleyball showcased resilience and control in their matchup against Eastern Washington, securing a hard-fought 3-1 decision. Kaia Dunford stood out as a key player, leading the team with 16 kills and adding 17 digs, proving instrumental in both offense and defense. The Roos came out strong, taking the first two sets with a combination of powerful serves and timely kills. Despite dropping a close third set, Kansas City rebounded with a dominant performance in the fourth, sealing the win and demonstrating their ability to close out matches under pressure.
Spokane school zone speed cameras turn on after Labor Day
SPOKANE, Wash. – Spokane Public Schools first day back to class is next Tuesday, and with it comes eight speed cameras designed to slow traffic near schools. The cameras will fine anyone going more than eight miles per hour over the speed limit, and Sergeant Teresa Fuller with the Spokane Police Department said this program works in preventing speeding.
Two Fun Festivals Set for Sept. 14 and Oct. 5
The Pasco Chamber of Commerce is hosting two admission-free events for those who love outdoor fun and entertainment. First, the annual Crawfest is back with an authentic crawfish and shrimp boil on Sept. 14. Then, on Oct. 5, the Chamber of Commerce brings you the annual Riverfest, celebrating the benefits of our rivers.
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