Spokane’s 44th Pig Out in the Park: Returns to Riverfront Park with some 80,000 foodies sampling global flavors—from West African Jollof rice to sushi burritos—alongside cover bands like BC/DC and the Blues Beetles, plus $6 tasting deals — find out what’s cooking.
Spokane credit unions collaborate: Ten small, community-focused institutions meet monthly over breakfast to swap solutions, flag fraud attempts, and strengthen Spokane’s financial ecosystem — find out how they team up.
Orchard Vista takes shape: Spokane Valley leaders broke ground on a 240-unit affordable housing community with an on-site early-learning center, with initial move-ins planned for next year — find out more.
Spokane arts funding boost: ArtsFund and Allen Family Philanthropies have awarded $10 million statewide, with Spokane organizations receiving $400,000 to power cultural programs, minority-led initiatives, and community events — find out.
First regional double-decker buses: Spokane Transit Authority is unveiling its inaugural double-decker fleet at a Sept. 20 ribbon-cutting at EWU’s Eagle Station, kicking off service on Routes 6 and 66 between Cheney and Spokane — see how they’ll transform your commute.
Other Spokane headlines this week
- Spokane police enforce safe driving near schools
- Partners INW to move and expand capacity
- The Plucky Duck offers hands-on soapmaking workshops
- VOA’s expanded facility empowers local youth
- Spokane River nears record-low levels
- Spokane welcomes Travelling Vietnam Wall honoring veterans
