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Washington-based musicians, including Allen Stone, Pearl Jam and Dave Matthews, all in for relief concert

UPDATED: Thu., June 4, 2020

All in WA, a collective of nonprofits, public officials, business leaders and philanthropic groups, has announced an online concert with Washington heavy-hitters as a fundraiser for COVID-19 relief work in the state.

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Dolly Parton’s new song ‘When Life Is Good Again’ pays tribute to front-line workers

Thu., June 4, 2020

At a time of disarray and struggle, Dolly Parton has released a new song, “When Life Is Good Again,” which premiered last week on ew.com, as did the accompanying music video on time.com.

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Running Tab: Takeaways from takeout – restaurants offer variety, deliciousness and convenience

UPDATED: Wed., June 3, 2020

As Spokane area restaurants and bars reopen in the post-pandemic era, it is an opportune time to reflect on takeout during COVID-19 and the to-go orders that will likely continue out of convenience – just not as often.

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Pizza Hut giving away 500,000 pizzas to celebrate class of 2020; Hello Sugar; KFC Chicken Sandwich; Necco Wafers

UPDATED: Mon., June 1, 2020

While high school seniors missed out on tuxedos, dresses and graduation gowns and caps, Pizza Hut is toasting this year’s graduates by giving away 500,000 pizzas in a partnership with the nation’s dairy farmers, CNN reports.

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It’s a fight to the finish on ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’

UPDATED: Thu., May 28, 2020

The catwalk is set for tonight’s Season 12 finale of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” on VH1 when front-runners Gigi Goode and Jaida Essence Hall face each other and Crystal Methyd for the title of America’s next drag superstar.

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Restaurants raise money for Second Harvest; Wonder Saturday Market; Brandi Carlile’s online concert

UPDATED: Sat., May 30, 2020

Caruso’s Sandwiches and Artisan Pizza, IHOP, Mod Pizza and other area restaurants will be donating 15% to 25% of proceeds from takeout orders to local food bank Second Harvest on Takeout Tuesday this Tuesday.

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One more time: Before we can take control of the party again, let’s walk down EDM memory lane

Wed., May 27, 2020

From attending the first EDC at LVMS in 2011 and then the following six years, to countless concerts, dayclubs and nightclubs on the Las Vegas Strip, my time in Las Vegas from 2008-2019 was the mecca of EDM.

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Running Tab: No-Li Brewhouse learns from past, lives in present, looks to future

Tue., May 26, 2020

When you first meet No-Li Brewhouse owners John and Cindy Bryant, they are genuinely warm and friendly, without being overbearing, and you quickly learn that they absolutely love running their local and family-owned brewery.

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Sweet and late-night delivery: Gage Lang’s Breauxdoo Bakery opens for business Thursday in downtown Spokane

UPDATED: Tue., May 26, 2020

Food is love, and Spokane born-and-raised Gage Lang loves desserts – specifically cookies and ice cream. So, it is more than proper that he is launching Breauxdoo Bakery from River City Kitchen in downtown Spokane on Thursday.

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Spokane Indians’ Walking Taco Tuesday meal to benefit Second Harvest

Mon., May 25, 2020

The Spokane Indians’ Ballpark Dinner to Go was such a home run last week – it was a sellout, according to the baseball team – that the organization is now offering a second family meal option,

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Barbecue and Bach? Dinner benefits Spokane Symphony; Festival at Sandpoint canceled

UPDATED: Thu., May 21, 2020

Charley’s Grill & Spirits and the Spokane Symphony are kicking off grilling season with a grill-and-serve dinner of marinated chicken skewers, Caesar salad, garlic herb potato foil pack and Texas toast to benefit the symphony.

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End of the road: Top 10 most-watched scripted-TV series finales of all time

UPDATED: Wed., May 20, 2020

Thursday is the 30th anniversary of the final episode of CBS’ “Newhart,” the finale in which the Stratford Inn owner Dick Loudon, portrayed by Bob Newhart … WARNING: SPOILER AHEAD ... wakes up only to find himself back in his previous TV series from the 1970s.

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Season opening: Fairwood Farmers Market is one of a handful now open for business

UPDATED: Thu., May 21, 2020

The weather could not have been more perfect for the opening day of Fairwood Farmers Market this season last week. In fact, it rained the next day, so the timing could not have been better.

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Chad White, Arbor Crest Wine Cellars collaborate on Mediterranean-influenced menu

UPDATED: Tue., May 19, 2020

Arbor Crest Wine Cellars has announced a new Mediterranean-influenced menu for its Cliff House tasting room in partnership with Spokane chef Chad White.

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Hot Wheels Legends Tour is making a virtual stop Saturday

UPDATED: Thu., May 14, 2020

Fans across the country are getting the opportunity to virtually join the excitement of the annual

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South Perry Street Fair has been canceled

Wed., May 13, 2020

The South Perry Business & Neighborhood Association announced this morning that the 21st Annual South Perry Street Fair scheduled for July 18 in the South Perry District has been canceled.

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‘You’re a wizard, Harry!’ Magical, memorable sorcerers onscreen include ‘Harry Potter,’ ‘Lord of the Rings,’ ‘Wizard of Oz’

UPDATED: Wed., May 13, 2020

On Sunday, the world celebrates the 120th anniversary of the first publication of Frank L. Baum’s “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz,” and to commemorate the occasion, let us follow the Yellow Brick Road.

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Silverwood Theme Park to open gates on May 30

UPDATED: Wed., May 13, 2020

Silverwood Theme Park announced today it is set to open its gates the weekend of May 30 and 31, and Silverwood and Boulder Beach will be open for daily operation beginning June 6.

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Ballpark dinner from Spokane Indians available for pick-up May 21; meal for $40 + tax feeds four

UPDATED: Mon., May 11, 2020

Amid the coronavirus pandemic and stay-home order, the Spokane Indians have announced a Ballpark Dinner to Go meal ready for pick-up from 4:30-6:30 p.m. May 21. The meal is available for purchase for $40, plus tax, and feeds four.

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‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ offers important life lessons of acceptance, diversity and love – for everyone

UPDATED: Sat., May 9, 2020

“Why do men want to dress up like women?” A colleague posed that question last June when the Spokane Public Library hosted Drag Queen Story Hour, and the expected small number of protesters was fortunately met by a much larger group of supporters.

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USA Network’s ‘The Biggest Loser’ is virtually casting now

UPDATED: Thu., May 7, 2020

The campaign for the upcoming season of USA Network’s “The Biggest Loser” says it all: Are you ready to take control of your life and transform your health for the future? Be a part of a life-changing series with incredible trainers and coaches, and compete to win a major cash prize.

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Dave Matthews, Phish reschedule at the Gorge; new dates for ‘Trolls,’ Walt Wagner Trio, Mom’s Night Out

UPDATED: Thu., May 7, 2020

The Gorge Amphitheatre has postponed several big acts on its calendar by one year, while other shows have been canceled. The Dave Matthews Band will now be at the Gorge from Sept. 3-5, 2021, while Phish will play from July 16-18, 2021.

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Bear(s) in mind: Famous list of animals – and humans – includes Smokey, Grylls, Winnie, Chicago Bears, Yogi

UPDATED: Wed., May 6, 2020

It was exactly 70 years ago this Saturday that a little bear cub was rescued from a forest fire in New Mexico and would become the name, face, fur and paws of Smokey Bear. Remember … only

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Yours for the taking: Numerous restaurants, bars emerge with great options during COVID-19 pandemic

UPDATED: Wed., May 6, 2020

I remain an optimist despite this challenging time of the coronavirus pandemic and being a longtime member of a profession with a reputation for sarcastic, hardened and bitter reporters and editors.

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Cinco de Mayo: Here are six ideas for a festive fiesta right at home on May 5

UPDATED: Tue., April 28, 2020

Cinco de Mayo, Spanish for “fifth of May” and aka the anniversary of the Battle of Puebla, is a holiday celebrated in the United States and Mexico to honor the Mexican army’s May 5, 1865, victory over the French forces of Napoleon III.