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First robin of spring? That’s something of an avian myth

UPDATED: 9:03 p.m.

Although the “first robin of spring” is a phrase enshrined in folklore and literature, it’s something of an avian myth. Robins move around in search of food, but they can be spotted year-round in the Inland Northwest.

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49 Degrees North Ski Area forced to shut down one of its main chairlifts for the season

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Robbers Two neighbors fighting over where to pile snow put one man in the hospital and another in jail.

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Longtime chef, bartender take over ownership at downtown’s Scratch and Rain

UPDATED: 5:03 p.m.

Two employees and one of their spouses have purchased the restaurant and bar and are planning to largely keep things the same while they get comfortable in their new roles. Chef Silviano “Sil” Hernandez, bartender Mari Bork and her husband, Brad Bork, are busy taking on new tasks as owners and managers. And they’re collectively thrilled to be in this position.

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EWU student crowned Miss Spokane

UPDATED: 7:11 a.m.

Duke back on top, Gonzaga second in AP college basketball poll

UPDATED: 9:47 p.m.

From the real to fake, Spokane has its own bits of history to remember this Presidents’ Day

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As Gonzaga University grew, the tightly knit neighborhood surrounding it transformed

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Wolf trapping is a tool Idaho wildlife managers want to keep, but at what price?

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Bike sharing may be back this spring with new rules

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EWU guard Jacob Davison as proud of his Eagle Scout status as he is of his basketball accolades

UPDATED: 11:22 p.m.

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Washington could sue over Trump’s national emergency order

UPDATED: 6:46 p.m.

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Washington could sue over Trump’s national emergency order

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Washington could sue over Trump’s national emergency order

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Spokane Chiefs fighting less as WHL cracks down on violence

UPDATED: 7:41 p.m.

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Spokane Chiefs fighting less as WHL cracks down on violence

UPDATED: 7:41 p.m.

Spokane Chiefs fighting less as WHL cracks down on violence

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Snowblower fight sends neighbor to jail

UPDATED: 4:02 p.m.

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Snowblower fight sends neighbor to jail

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Snowblower fight sends neighbor to jail

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Spokane Chiefs fighting less as WHL cracks down on violence

UPDATED: Mon., Feb. 18, 2019, 7:41 p.m.

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Mason Peatling, Eagles keep Vandals reeling

UPDATED: Mon., Feb. 18, 2019, 10:42 p.m.

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Idaho women defeat Eastern Washington when officials reverse call

UPDATED: Mon., Feb. 18, 2019, 10:53 p.m.

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49 Degrees North closes chairlift after part breaks; park will stay open through spring season

Mon., Feb. 18, 2019, 6:31 p.m.

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Balboa Elementary music teacher teaching African rhythms with new tubano drums purchased with grant money

Mon., Feb. 18, 2019, 2:45 p.m.

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Snowblower fight sends neighbor to jail

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As Gonzaga University grew, the tightly knit neighborhood surrounding it transformed

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