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Goodbye, green water: Manito’s Mirror Pond to get makeover
Spokane Parks plans to make Mirror Pond reflective of the beautiful park that surrounds it.
After high tariffs led to cancellation of Chinese light festival in Spokane Valley, organizers are regrouping
After visa issues and the U.S. trade war with China held up a Chinese and Christmas light festival planned for this winter in Spokane Valley, organizers are regrouping in hopes of holding a multicultural version of the event next year.
Spokane County burn restrictions to be lifted Friday
Burn restrictions in Spokane County and the Spokane metropolitan area will be lifted Friday. The Spokane Metro Area Fire Marshals are lifting restrictions put in place on July 24 due to current forecasts for cool and wet weather, according to a Spokane County statement.
WSU touts record fall enrollment; most growth in online programs
This semester’s headcount of 31,607 students tops last fall’s enrollment of 31,478, the university said in a news release Wednesday, noting that systemwide enrollment has increased each year since 2013.
Beats & Rhythms offers heart disease support for families
Beats & Rhythms in Spokane offers activities, mentors and continuing support to families and their children with congenital heart conditions. Volunteer outreach typically starts with a hospital visit.
Grit, good company and bridge group keep this 100-year-old going
On Sunday, Stephan celebrated her 100th birthday with family and friends.
YWCA Women of Achievement: Martin Luther King Center director earns Carl Maxey Racial and Social Justice Award
Freda Gandy came to Spokane from Mississippi to study developmental psychology at Eastern Washington University, but never thought she’d end up entering the nonprofit world and becoming and advocate for the poor as the director of the Martin Luther King Jr. Center.
University of Idaho professor fired months after school declares her safety threat, bans her from campus
Denise Bennett, who had taught broadcasting, digital media production and documentary filmmaking at University of Idaho since 2006, vowed to appeal the decision on Tuesday.
Tank
Tank is a very energetic guy, eager to please, eager to play. He loves water and chasing laser pointers and dog toys. He likes to cuddle and can “sit” and “shake” for treats. Tank is a really sweet dog who will bring happiness and joy to a family who will love and care for him. Refer to the pet’s ID number when contacting SCRAPS with questions about one of the adoptable pets. If you are interested in this dog or any animal there, call (509) 477-2532 or visit the shelter at 6815 E. Trent Ave. in Spokane Valley. Dog adoptions cost $120 and include spay or neuter, the first set of vaccinations (including rabies), health check, microchip and first year’s license.
Neighbors sue over plans for park in Millwood on Spokane River
A group of residents led by Millwood City Council candidate Jay Molitor has sued the small city to stop plans for small parks that would provide access to the Spokane River.
Women of the Year: For Jordan Stevenson, being active is the way to help others
“I think that one of the things that I learned early on as an advocate is that using your story is the most effective way to advocate for legislation or for laws that matter to you and will make your life better – make your community’s lives better,” said Jordan Stevenson, a senior at EWU.
Leaders say sit-lie ordinance won’t be suspended even if Spokane remains without shelter
Neither the mayor nor the Spokane City Council sees the need to suspend the city’s sit-lie ordinance this winter following last year’s dramatic battle.
100 years ago in Spokane: Enforcement finds most don’t follow new headlight law
Auto headlight glare was proving to be a serious, and sometimes, fatal hazard on the region’s increasingly crowded roads, the Spokane Daily Chronicle reported.
‘The story of America’: Almost 100 immigrants become U.S. citizens in Spokane Valley
Judge Thomas O. Rice’s courtroom wasn’t big enough to contain the almost 100 immigrants becoming U.S. citizens in Spokane Valley on Tuesday, so the new Americans took their oaths of citizenship at the CenterPlace Regional Event Center.
Police officers involved in shooting death of Coeur d’Alene man identified
Craig Wade, Nathan Herbig and Jacob Brazle were among the Coeur d’Alene police officers involved in the incident, according to a news release. Deputy Doug Goodman of the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office and an unnamed Idaho State Police trooper were also at the scene.
Tekashi 6ix9ine testifies for prosecution at gang trial
Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine is testifying against two reputed members of a violent New York City street gang
Spokane County man wanted for child rape arrested in California
After an investigation by multiple law enforcement agencies, Marco Rocha, 32, was arrested on warrants for rape of a child and first degree child molestation.
Spokane gas prices rise slightly after attacks on Saudi oil facilities
Gas prices in Spokane rose about 3 cents a gallon in the days following attacks on two Saudi oil refineries, according to data from GasBuddy.com.
Authorities: Separate attacks in Afghanistan kill 48
Separate attacks by suicide bombers – one that targeted President Ashraf Ghani’s election rally and a second that ripped through the center of the Afghan capital – killed at least 48 people and wounded scores more
Army revamps recruiting, hits enlistment goal
US Army leaders say they’ll meet their enlistment goal at the end of this month, a year after they failed to make their recruiting numbers for the 1st time in 13 years