No Property Tax Increase for Spokane County Residents in 2026, Commissioners Decide
The Spokane County Board of County Commissioners in Washington voted unanimously this week to keep the property tax levy rate the same for 2026. The Board chose not to implement the 1% annual increase allowed by state law. This decision follows the County's efforts to close a projected $20 million budget gap for the...
Man sentenced in Spokane for hit-and-run faces drug treatment and community custody
SPOKANE, Wash. – Adam Stauffer, a 28-year-old man, is getting a chance to change his life with the support of the Spokane Prosecutor’s Office. On Tuesday, his attorney, Lindsey Wheat, requested that Judge Michelle Szambelan enact a sentence to help Stauffer overcome his history of drug abuse. “He’s...
East Sprague Avenue in Spokane Valley closed due to crash
SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. -- East Sprague Avenue is currently closed near the Mega Wash car wash in Spokane Valley due to a crash.
Christmas tree lot opens early in Spokane to support children’s therapy nonprofit
SPOKANE, Wash. — Christmas trees arrived early in downtown Spokane this year, as 180 noble firs now stand ready for sale in the Grocery Outlet parking lot, weeks before Thanksgiving.
AMBER Alert canceled for Washington children
SPOKANE, Wash - UPDATE, 6:56 p.m. The Washington State Patrol has canceled the AMBER Alert, saying Gleave has been located.
Man sentenced for hate crime and assault in Spokane Valley
SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. – Kurt C. Boerner, 53, was sentenced to 2 ½ years in prison for a hate crime and assault that occurred in July at a Spokane Valley retail store. According to court documents, Boerner used a racial slur against an employee before pulling a pocketknife and lunging at him. The employee managed to...
Trader Joe’s to open in Spokane Valley, boosting local economy
SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. – Many residents are eagerly anticipating the opening of a Trader Joe’s in Spokane Valley. While it may appear to be just another business, this development is a significant achievement for the city, ten years in the making. Mike Basinger, the Community and Economic Development...
Spokane family rebuilds after Windstorm
On November 17th, 2015, a massive windstorm devastated the Spokane region, resulting in significant property damage, widespread power outages, and loss of life. This year marks the 10th anniversary of this catastrophic event, prompting reflections on the profound impact it had on local communities. The Jones family...
BLET Town Hall Meeting in Spokane on December 3: Local Members Invited to Discuss...
The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (BLET) is inviting members to attend Town Hall meetings about the tentative national agreement. Members can meet with national officers, ask questions, and give feedback at these sessions.
Searching for a Relaxed Brewery or Pub to Play Cards
A couple is on the hunt for a laid-back brewery or pub where they can enjoy a quiet evening of card games with friends. They're seeking a place that's not too crowded, where they can enjoy a beer, cider, or wine while playing cribbage. They had initially considered Nat 20, but unfortunately, it seems to have closed....
