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Spokane library deficit could force cuts to staff, services, branch availability

(The Center Square) - Spokane Public Library officials say without another $2.3 million from the city in 2027, they may have to close every branch two days a week and lay off around two dozen employees.​ Executive Director Andrew Chanse and Finance Director Nicole Edwards told the SPL Board of Trustees on Thursday that
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Cheney lifts emergency water restrictions after fixing broken well pump

CHENEY, Wash. – The City of Cheney said emergency water restrictions have been lifted following the repair and return to service of Well #3, which had been broken. It said that beginning on July 13, 2026, customers can return to irrigating “following the mandatory odd/even irrigation schedule posted on the www.cityofch
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Mount Spokane plan approved with trail and lodge upgrades ahead

SPOKANE COUNTY, Wash. — Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission approved a new master plan for Mount Spokane State Park that will guide major projects there over the next 20 years. The plan passed unanimously and laid out a long-term vision with dozens of proposed projects. Mount Spokane State...
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Cheney rodeo returns for 58th year with classic events and summer traditions

CHENEY, Wash. — The Cheney Rodeo is back tonight, bringing nearly six decades of Western tradition and summer excitement to the region. The 58th annual event kicks off tonight at the Bi-Mart Arena.
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Blessing in Disguise Music Festival brings Macklemore, AJR to Spokane

Blessing in Disguise Music Festival is set for Saturday, July 11, 2026, at ONE Spokane Stadium in downtown Spokane, according to festival organizers.
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Cyclosporiasis parasite cases prompt warnings in Spokane and beyond

SPOKANE, Wash.— Health officials in Spokane County said a growing cyclosporiasis outbreak across the country may reach the Inland Northwest. More than half of U.S. states, including Washington and Oregon, are investigating cases of cyclosporiasis, a parasite that causes severe intestinal illness. Michigan, Ohio and Kan
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Six bikes, a set of wheels, and a seat

On this week’s episode, RANGE reporters Erin Sellers and Daniel Walters were joined by Lauren Pangborn to talk about all things urbanism, bike and pedestrian infrastructure projects, and how different infrastructure projects have been approached over the years. Lauren is RANGE’s Urbanism Columnist, serves as the Chairp
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Drug takeback program in Spokane County aims to prevent dangerous medication disposal

Spokane County has several drop boxes where residents are encouraged to dispose of unneeded medications. NonStop Local's Melinda Lee examines the best way to get rid of unused medication and the dangers of improper disposal.
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Elevated weekend fire danger with hot temperatures and gusty winds

Friday will be hot and dry with a breeze as areas like Spokane and Coeur d'Alene push toward the low-90s. Strongest wind gusts will breach the 20 mph mark causing fire danger to linger. Fire danger increases on Saturday as winds pick up. Gusts over 30 mph are possible for...
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Argonne Road construction causing major traffic delays in Millwood

MILLWOOD, Wash. – Drivers traveling through Millwood have been experiencing significant traffic delays after construction began on the Argonne Road Rehabilitation Project this week, with the roadway being reduced to a single lane in both directions between East Trent Avenue and East Euclid Avenue. “This phase focuses o

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