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Spokane community members will gather on September 15, 2025, to commemorate the 111th anniversary of the golden spike ceremony that celebrated the completion of the Ayer-Cutoff railroad link. The event will include the placement of a memorial plaque near the original site, recognizing its significance in connecting Spokane to the west coast.
Spokane community members will commemorate the 111th anniversary of the golden spike ceremony, which marked the completion of the Ayer-Cutoff railroad link, on September 15, 2025. A memorial plaque will be placed along the Centennial Trail to honor the historical significance of this event for Spokane's development as a railroad hub.
Spokane community members will gather on September 15, 2025, to commemorate the 111th anniversary of the golden spike that marked the completion of the Ayer-Cutoff railroad link. The event will feature the placement of a memorial plaque near the original site, recognizing the historical significance of the railroad's impact on Spokane. The marker is a collaborative effort involving the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Spokane Historic Preservation Office.
The City of Spokane has postponed the Maxwell Avenue Bike and Pedestrian Safety Upgrades project, affecting traffic on North Ash Street from September 22 to September 24. Meanwhile, Rockwood Boulevard will close for construction from September 15 to September 17, impacting local traffic and access.
Spokane's Maxwell Avenue Bike and Pedestrian Safety Upgrades project has been postponed, causing significant slowdowns on southbound Ash Street from Sept. 22 to 24. Meanwhile, Rockwood Boulevard will close for construction from Sept. 15 to 17, impacting traffic near Sacred Heart Medical Center.
Spokane community members will commemorate the 111th anniversary of the golden spike ceremony by placing a memorial plaque on September 15, 2025. The marker recognizes the completion of the Ayer-Cutoff railroad link that significantly enhanced Spokane's connectivity.
Construction on Ash St. and Rockwood Blvd. in Spokane will cause significant traffic disruptions from September 15 to 24. Southbound lanes on Ash St. will reduce to one lane, while Rockwood Blvd. will close entirely for essential stormwater system work. Local access will be maintained, but alternate routes are recommended.
Spokane community members will commemorate the 111th anniversary of the golden spike ceremony by placing a memorial plaque on September 15, 2025. The event recognizes the completion of the Ayer-Cutoff railroad, which significantly shortened travel to the west coast and solidified Spokane's status as a major railroad hub.
Spokane's Maxwell Avenue Bike and Pedestrian Safety Upgrades project has been postponed, causing significant slowdowns on southbound Ash Street from September 22-24. Rockwood Boulevard will also close to all traffic from September 15-17 for water and sewer work, with local access maintained. Drivers are advised to use alternative routes during peak hours to avoid congestion.
The City of Spokane has postponed the Maxwell Avenue Bike and Pedestrian Safety Upgrades project, affecting traffic on North Ash Street from September 22 to 24. During this period, southbound drivers will face significant lane reductions, likely causing congestion. Rockwood Boulevard will also be closed for construction from September 15 to 17.