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Gonzaga's Anton Watson signs two-way contract with Boston Celtics
BOSTON, Mass. — After showing off his talents during the NBA Summer League, former Gonzaga star Anton Watson has signed a two-way contract with the Boston Celtics on Friday. This means that the Spokane Kid is expected to play with the 2024 NBA champions during their upcoming season, but he will also spend time with the G-League Maine Celtics who are located in Portland, Maine.
Jerry Garcia and Christian Zaragoza will perform at the Laugh Factory on August 28
SPOKANE, Wash. — Comedy sensation Jerry Garcia will perform at the Laugh Factory at the Spokane Live concert hall on August 28. Garcia will be joined by fellow comedian and actor Christian Zaragoza. Garcia made his Netflix debut in June 2017 as a costar to Chingo Bling’s “They Can’t...
The Myrtle Woldson Performing Arts Center Announces 2024-2025 Season Performances
Taking the stage this season at the Myrtle Woldson Performing Arts Center (MWPAC) at Gonzaga University is a rich selection of renowned companies and artists showcasing a variety of dance works, live music experiences, and engaging productions for families. The Myrtle Woldson Presents Series season will open on Sept. 22, 2024, and run through Apr. 5, 2025.
Spokane interim police chief comments on lack of law enforcement responses
(The Center Square) – As Spokane continues to struggle with vagrancy, Interim Police Chief Justin Lundgren took a moment on Thursday to defend his department against what critics contend is a lack of response to homelessness and related challenges. Lundgren's defense came as part of an informal online newsletter of roughly 200 to 250 community members. The group continually calls on the Spokane Police Department, Mayor Lisa Brown and the City Council to step up and take a tougher stance on crime amid recent unrest...
KREM Cares Tools 2 Schools FAQ
SPOKANE, Wash. — What: The KREM Cares ‘Tools 2 Schools’ campaign is a partnership with Couer d’Alene Casino Resort Hotel, Communities in Schools Spokane and Office Depot to get kids ready for the school year by providing the necessities. Each year, we strive to provide at least 2,000 students with backpacks and school supplies. Financial struggles for local families have prompted us to add non-traditional school supplies: snacks, socks, and hygiene products to help kids succeed. Our goal with the Tools 2 Schools campaign is to make sure our kids have the best school year possible.
Spokane’s 92.9 ZZU Announces Ian Kelly as New Program Director
Morgan Murphy Media Spokane has promoted Ian Kelly to Program Director of 92.9 ZZU (KZZU). Kelly, who has been with Morgan Murphy since 2006, will take on the new programming responsibilities alongside his existing duties as PD of Hot 96.9 (KEZE). He will also continue as KZZU’s afternoon drive host....
Veteran’s mission to feed Spokane area families growing
SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash.—Air Force veteran Larry Barringer loves helping people in his Spokane community. He hands out hundreds of meals every month. “Feeding people has just been a passion of mine for a long time,” Larry said. “Hunger and thirst never take a day off. There’s a lot of hunger out there.”
Gonzaga's Class of 2025 Recruiting Targets
With the 2024 recruiting class and 2024-2025 Gonzaga roster all set, it’s time to look for future Zags in the 2025 recruiting class. The coaching staff has already done a solid job this summer looking through the AAU circuit. The 6’7 shooting guard Davis Fogle was the first to commit to Gonzaga and looks to be the key part of the backcourt for years to come.
Blue Angels pilot from Spokane celebrating his last Seafair performance in home state
SEATTLE — Major Josh Soltan of the U.S. Marine Corps will be performing his third and final airshow with the Blue Angels at Seafair this weekend, to a crowd of thousands of onlookers - including friends and family. Soltan is originally from Spokane and spent time in western Washington...
North Whitman County Volunteer Firefighters And Farmers Quickly Contain Field Fire Near Thornton
THORNTON - North Whitman County volunteer fire departments with help from farmers quickly contained a field fire near Thornton late Thursday afternoon. The blaze broke out near Elmer Huntley Road around 5:30. Whitman County Fire District 7 Volunteers out of Rosalia quickly responded with assistance from District 11 from Steptoe and District 2 from St. John. Firefighters were helped by local farmers who plowed around the flames to quickly contain the fire to about 25 acres. The fire burned mostly stubble and some standing grain.