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Construction work on North Ash Street and Rockwood Boulevard in Spokane will cause significant traffic disruptions. Southbound lanes on Ash Street will reduce to one lane from September 22-24, while Rockwood Boulevard will close entirely between Grand Boulevard and Cowley Street from September 15-17. Local access remains available, and drivers are advised to seek alternative routes.
Spokane community members will gather on September 15, 2025, to unveil a plaque commemorating the completion of the Ayer-Cutoff railroad link, which occurred 111 years earlier. This event celebrates the significant impact of the railroad on Spokane's connectivity and economic growth.
Construction work will close Rockwood Blvd. to all traffic from Sept. 15 to 17 for essential water, sewer, and stormwater upgrades. Significant lane reductions on N. Ash St. will cause congestion from Sept. 22 to 24, impacting local drivers and pedestrians. Authorities urge using alternative routes and adjusting travel times to minimize delays.
The City of Spokane postponed the start of the Maxwell Avenue Bike and Pedestrian Safety Upgrades project, leading to significant slowdowns on southbound Ash St. from Sept. 22-24. Concurrently, Rockwood Blvd. will be closed for construction from Sept. 15-17, impacting local traffic and pedestrian access.
Construction work on North Ash Street will reduce traffic to one lane from September 22-24, causing significant slowdowns. Rockwood Boulevard will be closed to all traffic from September 15-17 for water and sewer system upgrades, impacting access near Sacred Heart Medical Center. Drivers are encouraged to seek alternative routes to avoid congestion.
Spokane's Maxwell Avenue Bike and Pedestrian Safety Upgrades project faces delays, impacting traffic on N. Ash St. from Sept. 22-24, where lanes will reduce from three to one. Additionally, Rockwood Blvd. will close for construction from Sept. 15-17, affecting access to local medical facilities.
Spokane community members will commemorate the 111th anniversary of the golden spike event on September 15, 2025, by placing a memorial plaque. The marker recognizes the completion of the Ayer-Cutoff railroad link, which significantly shortened travel to the west coast and established Spokane as a key railroad hub.
Spokane community members will gather on September 15, 2025, to unveil a memorial plaque recognizing the historic completion of the Ayer-Cutoff railroad link in 1914. The event commemorates a significant milestone that established Spokane as a vital railroad hub. The marker was secured by the Daughters of the American Revolution and placed in cooperation with local preservation offices.
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.
Spokane's Maxwell Avenue Bike and Pedestrian Safety Upgrades project has been postponed, causing significant southbound lane reductions on Ash St. from Sept. 22-24. Additionally, Rockwood Blvd. will close to all traffic from Sept. 15-17 for water, sewer, and stormwater work. Local access will be maintained, but drivers should anticipate congestion and consider alternative routes.