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Spokane's construction projects will cause significant traffic disruptions. North Ash St. will reduce to one lane from Sept. 22-24, while Rockwood Blvd. will close entirely from Sept. 15-17 for essential infrastructure work. Drivers should consider alternative routes to avoid congestion.
Spokane community members will gather on September 15, 2025, to unveil a marker commemorating the 1914 completion of the Ayer-Cutoff railroad link. The event, organized by the Jonas Babcock Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, honors Spokane's historical significance as a key railroad hub.
The City of Spokane postponed the Maxwell Avenue Bike and Pedestrian Safety Upgrades project, affecting traffic on North Ash Street from Sept. 22 to 24. Southbound lanes will reduce from three lanes to one, likely causing congestion. Rockwood Boulevard will also close for construction from Sept. 15 to 17, impacting access to local healthcare facilities.
Spokane community members will gather on September 15, 2025, to unveil a memorial plaque honoring the completion of the Ayer-Cutoff railroad link, celebrated in 1914. The event commemorates the impact of this critical infrastructure on Spokane's development as a key railroad hub.
Spokane community members will commemorate the 111th anniversary of the golden spike ceremony on September 15, 2025, by placing a memorial plaque. The event recognizes the completion of the Ayer-Cutoff railroad link, which significantly improved travel times and connected Spokane to a broader railway network. The marker, funded by a grant from the William G. Pomeroy Foundation, will be installed along the Centennial Trail.
The City of Spokane announced postponements for the Maxwell Avenue Bike and Pedestrian Safety Upgrades project due to stormwater system work, causing significant slowdowns on Ash St. from Sept. 22-24. Additionally, Rockwood Blvd. will be closed from Sept. 15-17 for essential water, sewer, and stormwater system upgrades. Local access will remain open, and pedestrians may encounter sidewalk detours.
Construction work will close Rockwood Blvd. between Grand Blvd. and Cowley St. from Sept. 15-17 for water, sewer, and stormwater upgrades. Southbound lanes on Ash St. will merge to one lane from Sept. 22-24, causing significant traffic slowdowns. Local access will remain available, and alternative routes are recommended.
Spokane has postponed the Maxwell Avenue Bike and Pedestrian Safety Upgrades project, impacting traffic on North Ash Street from September 22 to 24. Drivers will face significant slowdowns as southbound lanes merge to one, and pedestrians may encounter sidewalk detours. Rockwood Boulevard will also close for construction from September 15 to 17, affecting access to Sacred Heart Medical Center.
Spokane community members will commemorate the 111th anniversary of the Ayer-Cutoff railroad completion by placing a memorial plaque on September 15, 2025. The plaque recognizes the historical significance of the golden spike event that established Spokane as a vital railroad hub in the American West. The marker is sponsored by the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Spokane Historic Preservation Office.
Construction work on Rockwood Blvd. will close the street to all traffic from Sept. 15-17, while significant lane reductions on N. Ash St. will cause slowdowns from Sept. 22-24. Local access will be maintained, but pedestrians may face sidewalk detours. Drivers are advised to seek alternative routes during peak hours to avoid congestion.