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Spokane Salary Commissioner testifies on legality of elected officials' raises
(The Center Square) - The City of Spokane’s elected officials came face to face last night with the commissioner who wants to deny their raises, noting how the salary increases could spark potential litigation. The Salary Review Commission regularly convenes in even-numbered years to determine the salaries of Spokane’s elected officials for the next two years. The commissioners approved new raises in May but failed to follow a parliamentary rule that could nullify the vote. ...
USPS restores Spokane neighbors' mailbox months after break-in destroyed it
SPOKANE, Wash. – Neighbors near Garnet and Ralph have been frustrated after a crook destroyed their community mailboxes. They say delays for a repair have stretched months. "Almost nine months without a mailbox," said Tana, a nearby homeowner. The thieves badly damaged the mailboxes, requiring a fix or an...
Comedy Legends Trash Idaho In New National Ad Campaign
Comedy legends Cheech Marin and Tommy Chong are making waves in the cannabis industry with their new hemp-derived Delta-9 THC gummies, Cruise Chews. The ingredients are federally legal, but the iconic duo has hit a snag when it comes to shipping restrictions in certain states. Idaho, in particular, has become the main punchline in their marketing, highlighting the legal restrictions faced by Cheech & Chong's Cruise Chews. However, in addition to Idaho, the product can't be sold in Colorado, Alaska, Hawaii, and Oregon due to state-specific regulations.
Drew Timme continues to prove he deserves a shot on an NBA roster
Mark Few and the Gonzaga Bulldogs are producing NBA talent on a consistent basis. The Zags have seen at least one player selected in each of the past four NBA drafts and currently boast more players in the league than every college basketball program not named Kentucky, Duke, Michigan, UCLA, Arkansas, and Kansas. However, the program’s all-time leading scorer, Drew Timme, is not among them. Timme had an unbelievably prolific career in Spokane, earning consensus All-American honors three times, twice winning WCC Player of the Year, along with two NCAA All-Region nods, an All-Tournament nod, and WCC Tournament MVP. Despite the accolades,...
Fatal Collision in Eastern Washington Claims Infant's Life
SPOKANE - A fatal traffic collision occurred on State Route 395, approximately 1.5 miles east of Valley, at 10:41 AM on July 15, 2024. The incident involved two vehicles traveling northbound. Vehicle two, a 2011 Subaru Outback, stopped to make a left turn onto Bakie Road and was struck from...
Country star Walker Hayes announces tour stop in Spokane this September
SPOKANE, Wash. — Spokane is fancy like Applebee’s on a date night! Grammy-nominated country star Walker Hayes is bringing his The Same Drunk Tour to BECU Live at Northern Quest!. The “Fancy Like” and “You Broke Up With Me” singer will take the stage in Spokane on Friday,...
Kootenai Health Foundation awards $33,500 in scholarships
KOOTENAI COUNTY, Idaho — The Kootenai Health Foundation scholarship committee announced Monday it has awarded 27 scholarships totaling $33,500 for 2024. The scholarships were created by three local families: The Yuditskys, Pierces and Espinozas. The scholarships receive additional funding from supporters at Kootenai Health and in the community. They are awarded to individuals working to further their health care educations.
Spokane Tribe Casino Celebrates New Hotel Addition
The Spokane Tribe Casino, its staff members, and the general public celebrated the newly expanded hotel Friday, with a ribbon cutting officially opening the new wing of the building. The new hotel opened to VIPs during Hoopfest and is now welcoming all guests. Spokane Tribe Casino has a new retail...
Free performances every Friday though August at St. Maries City Park
Spokane, Wash. – Music has a unique ability to bridge divides, create social connections and promote understanding among people from all walks of life. This year, in recognition of its 50th Anniversary theme of “Celebrating Community,” Innovia Foundation is investing in free and low-cost events and opportunities that bring people together. As part of this investment, Innovia is proud to sponsor the St. Maries Summer Sunset Concert Series, an annual celebration organized by the St. Maries Chamber of Commerce that brings community together around the shared power of music.
Nick Brown picks up Attorney General race endorsement from Spokane Democratic Party
SPOKANE, Wash. – Governor Jay Inslee’s former General Counsel Nick Brown picked up an endorsement from the Spokane County Democratic Party. Brown announced the endorsement via social media on Friday. “I am honored to announce that I have received the endorsement of the Spokane County Democrats! Your dedication...
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