The three-square-mile property in the Spokane River valley was named for founder Donald K. McDonald's daughter, Vera. 

After more than 40 years in parks and leading two of the region's park systems, Spokane Valley Parks Director Mike Stone is retiring.

The Spokane Valley Fire Department responded to two large fires the week of Dec. 7-13, including one in which the resident died.

Amy’s Donuts in Spokane Valley could permanently close by Jan. 1, according to the establishment's Facebook page.

The elderly resident of a trailer home died after it caught fire in Spokane Valley early Thursday morning.

A slow-moving Spokane Valley Fire Department engine was involved in a collision with a pedestrian the morning of Nov. 30, but the pedestrian had only a minor injury.

When most people think about fires put out by the fire department, house, apartment or wildland fires come to mind. But crews with the Spokane Valley Fire Department are regularly called on to put out vehicle fires.

With new restrictions handed down from the state, local restaurants and bars have found themselves scrambling for tents, heaters and most notably space to provide their customers comfortable and safe outdoor dining. As the mandates change, sometimes weekly, there is one thing that stays steadfast.

The Spokane County Library District will close curbside service until noon on Thursday after an employee tested positive for COVID-19.

With the arrival of cooler weather and the lifting of the burn ban, more residents are taking the opportunities to have backyard fires.

If Spokane is rich with talented up-and-coming chefs, then we are absolutely spoiled to be in the heart of such a beer-forward region. Our little town is often found on national lists naming cities who have turned the culinary corner and created a culture that has made a cornerstone out of our food and alcohol industry.