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Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown ordered all flags at City facilities to be lowered to half-staff in honor of former Secretary of State Ralph Munro, following a directive from Governor Bob Ferguson. Munro passed away on March 20, 2025, and a memorial service will be held at the Washington State Capitol on June 28.
A suspicious brush fire in Latah Valley was contained by Spokane firefighters within an hour of arrival on June 20, 2025. The quick response involved a coordinated effort that successfully managed to handle the hot spots left after extinguishing the fire.
Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown ordered flags at City facilities to be lowered to half-staff in honor of former Secretary of State Ralph Munro, following Governor Bob Ferguson's directive. Munro, who passed away on March 20, 2025, will be remembered during a memorial service at the Washington State Capitol on June 28.
The City of Spokane launches two pedestrian and bicycle improvement projects starting June 30, enhancing infrastructure on Lincoln St. and Maxwell Ave. Motorists and cyclists should expect detours and traffic delays while supporting local businesses during the construction period.
The City of Spokane announced the initiation of two pedestrian and bike improvement projects set to begin next week. Additionally, flags will be lowered in honor of former Secretary of State Ralph Munro on the day of his interment.
Spokane begins two pedestrian and bicycle improvement projects on June 30, aiming to enhance safety and infrastructure. Motorists should expect detours and delays, particularly on Lincoln St. and Maxwell Ave., where access to local businesses will remain open.
Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown directed that all flags at City facilities be lowered to half-staff in honor of former Secretary of State Ralph Munro, who passed away on March 20, 2025. Governor Bob Ferguson also ordered state and U.S. flags at state agency facilities to be lowered. A memorial service for Munro will take place on June 28 at the Washington State Capitol Legislative Building Rotunda.
Spokane begins two pedestrian and bicycle safety projects on June 30, aiming to improve infrastructure and connectivity. The Lincoln Street project will enhance bike lanes and sidewalks, while the Maxwell Avenue upgrades will connect neighborhoods with new sidewalks and crosswalks. Motorists and cyclists should expect delays and detours throughout the construction period.
Firefighters contained a suspicious brush fire in Latah Valley within an hour of arrival, thanks to a coordinated response. The incident occurred on June 20, 2025, at 2:50 p.m., and crews are now mopping up hot spots.
The City of Spokane begins two pedestrian and bicycle improvement projects on June 30, aiming to enhance safety and infrastructure. Motorists and cyclists should anticipate detours and traffic delays as Lincoln St. and Maxwell Ave. undergo significant upgrades until October. Residents are encouraged to support local businesses affected by these necessary improvements.