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Upgrades at Plantes Ferry Sports Complex aim to boost youth sports in Spokane

April 30, 2026

Spokane Valley just got a major upgrade in local sports facilities. The Plantes Ferry Sports Complex, a long-time hub for youth games and tournaments, has finished a decade-long makeover. The park sits between Wellesley Avenue and the Spokane River, offering 12 soccer fields, five baseball and softb

health

Spring Pollen Storm: Where It’s Worst

April 23, 2026

Pollen levels are climbing as spring bursts into life, and for many people this means itchy eyes and a runny nose. More than 80 million Americans say they suffer from seasonal allergies, and the timing of the pollen varies by region. Tree pollen usually peaks in mid‑April across the Midwest, esp

sports

New Ice Sheet Gives Coeur d’Alene More Skating Space

April 15, 2026

The Kootenai Youth Recreation Organization (KYRO) is taking a big step to keep local skaters on the ice by building a second rink at Frontier Ice Arena. The arena has already stretched its capacity with every available sheet of ice in use, so a new, NHL‑sized surface is the logical next move.

politics

Food Trucks Move Into Downtown Spokane: A Look at the New Rules

April 12, 2026

Spokane is thinking about letting food trucks set up shop in more downtown spots. The city council will discuss a small plan that could drop a $60 permit fee for trucks that stay in town more than two weeks each year. That fee is rarely used, so it would cost the city only about $500 a year to keep.

sports

Cardinals Find Turf Home While Weather Hits Their Backyard

April 4, 2026

North Idaho College’s softball squad has been on a quest for a stable playing field, juggling venues from high‑school parks to the city’s own Memorial Field. This spring, a mix of mild temperatures and persistent rain forced the team to relocate their home games to an artificial turf field at the Ma

sports

Dylan Darling: From Spokane Courts to Saint John’s Spotlight

March 27, 2026

Dylan Darling grew up in the city of Spokane, Washington, where his life was shaped by the rhythm of sports and family. His father, James Darling, spent a decade in the NFL, playing for teams such as the Philadelphia Eagles, New York Jets, and Arizona Cardinals. Watching his dad’s career unfold gave

entertainment

Spokane's Punk Rock Night: The Offspring and Bad Religion Unite

January 15, 2026

Spokane Arena is set to rock with a punk extravaganza. The Offspring, a band that has been around since the 1980s, is bringing their energy to the stage. They started as Manic Subsidal but changed their name in 1986. Their big break came in 1993 with the album "Smash, " which sold over six million c

opinion

Lewiston's Missing Link: How a Local Airline Could Boost the Economy

January 7, 2026

Lewiston, a city in Idaho, is currently facing a transportation challenge. The city lacks direct flights to other parts of the state, making business travel and tourism more difficult. This situation is not new. In the past, two small airlines, Empire and Horizon, used to operate from Lewiston. They

sports

A Coach's Unstoppable Spirit: Running Through Challenges

January 2, 2026

Mike Fleming is a man who knows how to keep moving. At 79, he has run in every Bloomsday since it started in 1977. That's 49 years of running! He's not just a runner, though. He's also a coach and a physical education teacher. He's coached pole vault, cross country, gymnastics, and volleyball. Now,

science

Science in the US: A Year of Setbacks and Resilience

December 28, 2025

In 2025, scientists in the US faced unprecedented challenges. The year started with the National Institutes of Health halting key operations, which disrupted ongoing studies and grant reviews. This was followed by executive orders that rolled back diversity and inclusion programs and removed crucial