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  February 22, 2010 in City on Page A5 1 The Winter Olympics from Vancouver, B.C., enter their final week, with events winding down to the medal game in men’s hockey on Sunday, followed by the closing ceremonies. Between …

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  February 15, 2010 in City on Page A5 1The potty-mouthed puppets of Broadway’s “Avenue Q” have packed up and left town. Now it’s Jeff Dunham’s turn. The comedian/ventriloquist arrives Wednesday, when the “Identity Crisis Tour” lands at the …

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  February 8, 2010 in City on Page A5 1 The Winter Olympics, from nearby Vancouver, B.C., will officially begin Friday, with the Opening Ceremony and the lighting of the Olympic flame. Medal events begin on Saturday, with competitions …

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  January 18, 2010 in City on Page A5 1. If you’re thinking we’ll be talking about the U.S. Figure Skating Championships, you’re right. The event continues into this weekend with the ladies and the ice dancers. Festivities wrap …

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  January 11, 2010 in City on Page A5 1. Sharpen up your skates, Spokane. The 2010 U.S. Figure Skating Championships begin Thursday, with the top-flight athletes taking the ice this weekend. The men and pairs skaters will compete …

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  January 4, 2010 in City on Page A5 1. Used to be, a trip to play the Arizona Wildcats at the McKale Center in Tucson would be a daunting prospect. These days? Well, suffice it to say there’s …

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  December 28, 2009 in City on Page A5 1. The much-maligned Bowl Championship Series gets under way Friday, with the first two of the big bowl games – the Rose, pitting Oregon and Ohio State, and the Sugar, …

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  December 21, 2009 in City on Page A5 1. As 2009 comes to a close, we’ll be looking back at some of the people who made the year memorable. Beginning Thursday, The Spokesman-Review will revisit some of the …

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  December 14, 2009 in City on Page A5 1. The last feature James Cameron directed was a little film called “Titanic.” Needless to say, expectations for his latest film, “Avatar,” are high. The film, opening Friday, marks Cameron’s …

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  December 7, 2009 in City on Page A5 1. Idaho native daughter and ex-VP candidate Sarah Palin will return to the Panhandle on Thursday to promote her new book, “Going Rogue: An American Life.” She’ll sign copies of … 1

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  November 30, 2009 in City on Page A5 1. The season is mercifully over for the Cougars and Huskies, and Eastern and Central were knocked from the playoffs. What’s left for football fans? Three local high schools are …

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  November 23, 2009 in City on Page A5 1. More than 100 million Americans shop on the day after Thanksgiving, and many of them will line up Friday for predawn specials. But bargain-hunting is not just a one-day …

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  November 16, 2009 in City on Page A5 1. After much anticipation, the next movie in the “Twilight” series, based on Stephenie Meyer’s best-selling vampire-romance novels, is here, ready to suck the blood from teen wallets starting Friday. …

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  November 9, 2009 in City on Page A5 1. Last time Disney’s “The Lion King” came roaring into town, it became the biggest-selling event in Spokane’s theatrical history. The first Broadway production of the much-loved tale of the …

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  November 2, 2009 in City on Page A5 1. Among the actors who have played the role of Ebenezer Scrooge are Kelsey Grammer, Bill Murray and George C. Scott, not to mention Oscar the Grouch and Mr. Magoo. …

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  October 26, 2009 in City on Page A5 1. People from all walks of life will be recognized at Wednesday’s YWCA Women of Achievement Luncheon. The guest speaker is Alison Levine, team captain of the first American … 1

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  October 19, 2009 in City on Page A5 1. Children and other high-risk people will begin receiving the swine flu vaccine this week, with scheduled appointments starting today at the Spokane Regional Health District and a clinic Saturday …

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  October 5, 2009 in City on Page A5 1. Return to Spokane’s “age of elegance” starting Wednesday as the Campbell House at the Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture reopens.

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  September 21, 2009 in City on Page A5 1. The Spokane Chiefs hockey team is celebrating its 25th anniversary in the Western Hockey League this season. To commemorate the occasion, the first 2,000 fans and all season-ticket holders …

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  September 14, 2009 in City on Page A5 1Sure, it’s been hot lately, but there’s a hint of fall in the air. Must be because it’s Apple Festival time at Green Bluff. The annual fall harvest festival is …

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  September 7, 2009 in City on Page A5 1Fans of pedaling will be out in force Sunday for the second-ever Spokefest. Last year more than 1,200 riders hit the road for a day of cycling fun. This year, …

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  August 31, 2009 in City on Page A5 1Topol has played several roles over the years. But if there’s one role the Israeli actor is famous for, it’s Tevye in “Fiddler on the Roof.” After more than 2,500 …

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  August 17, 2009 in City on Page A5 1In Coeur d’Alene, the 24th annual Wooden Boat Festival will be held along the Coeur d’Alene Resort boardwalk Friday through Sunday. Besides the boats, there are food vendors and entertainment. …

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  August 10, 2009 in City on Page A5 1The 8th annual Goodguys Great Northwest Nationals car show opens Friday at the Spokane County Fair and Expo Center. It features hot rods, custom, classic and muscle cars and street …

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  August 3, 2009 in City on Page A5 1It’ll be busy on the concert scene. The Festival at Sandpoint’s first weekend includes shows from Poco, Blues Traveler and Boz Skaggs. Peter Frampton hits Northern Quest Casino on Thursday, …

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  July 20, 2009 in City on Page A5 1Beginning Friday, the Coeur d’Alene Tribe will host its annual Julyamsh powwow and encampment at the Greyhound Park and Events Center in Post Falls. The three-day event will celebrate Native …

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  July 6, 2009 in City on Page A5 1The Spokane Indians are only partway though a five-game homestand against the Vancouver Canadians. Avista Stadium will host games today, Tuesday and Wednesday before the team hits the road to …

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  June 29, 2009 in City on Page A5 1 The Fourth of July falls on a Saturday this year, but AAA says economic worries will keep more people celebrating near home; holiday travel is expected to fall nearly …

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  June 8, 2009 in City on Page A5 1 Cue Alice Cooper: The school year ended last week for most North Idaho students, while school ends next week in all the big Spokane districts. Snow make-up days extended …