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Community members will gather on September 15, 2025, to place a memorial plaque celebrating the 111th anniversary of Spokane's golden spike event, which marked the completion of the Ayer-Cutoff railroad. The event, organized by the Daughters of the American Revolution, honors the historical impact of the railroad on Spokane's development as a critical transportation hub.
Spokane community members will gather on September 15, 2025, to place a memorial plaque recognizing the 1914 completion of the Ayer-Cutoff railroad link. This event marks 111 years since the original golden spike ceremony, which established Spokane as a vital railroad hub.
Community members will gather on September 15, 2025, to place a memorial plaque recognizing the completion of the Ayer-Cutoff railroad link in Spokane, originally celebrated on the same date in 1914. The marker, obtained by the Daughters of the American Revolution, highlights the historical significance of the railroad in connecting Spokane to the west coast.
Spokane community members will commemorate the 111th anniversary of the 1914 “Golden Spike” railroad link on September 15, 2025, by placing a historic marker. The Ayer-Cutoff, which connected Spokane to a broader rail network, was crucial for the city’s development as a railroad hub. The marker installation is supported by the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Spokane Historic Preservation Office.
Spokane city officials postponed the Maxwell Avenue Bike and Pedestrian Safety Upgrades project, causing significant slowdowns on southbound North Ash Street from September 22 to 24. Meanwhile, Rockwood Boulevard will be closed to all traffic from September 15 to 17 for essential water and sewer improvements, affecting access to local healthcare facilities.
Spokane community members will gather on September 15, 2025, to place a memorial plaque recognizing the 111th anniversary of the golden spike, which marked the completion of the Ayer-Cutoff railroad link. This link significantly reduced travel time to the west coast and established Spokane as a vital railroad hub. The event will take place along the Centennial Trail under the Monroe Street Bridge.
Spokane will commemorate the 111th anniversary of the golden spike ceremony on September 15, 2025, with a marker placement near the original site. The event marks a significant railroad achievement that connected Spokane to a broader network and shortened travel times to the west coast. The celebration is organized by the Jonas Babcock Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution.
Spokane community members will gather on September 15, 2025, to commemorate the completion of the Ayer-Cutoff railroad with a new memorial plaque. The original golden spike ceremony took place on September 15, 1914, marking a significant enhancement to Spokane's railroad network.
Spokane city officials postponed the Maxwell Avenue Bike and Pedestrian Safety Upgrades project, affecting southbound traffic on North Ash Street from Sept. 22 to 24. Rockwood Boulevard will also close to all traffic from Sept. 15 to 17 for essential water and sewer work, with expected completion by mid-October.
Spokane community members will gather on September 15, 2025, to place a marker commemorating the 1914 golden spike that completed a vital railroad link. This event recognizes the impact of the Ayer-Cutoff on Spokane's transportation network and its historical significance.