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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.
Construction work on North Ash St. and Rockwood Blvd. in Spokane will cause significant traffic disruptions. Southbound Ash St. will reduce to one lane from Sept. 22-24, while Rockwood Blvd. will be closed entirely from Sept. 15-17 for infrastructure upgrades. Local access remains available, but drivers should seek alternative routes.
Spokane City officials announced that flags will fly at half-staff until sunset on September 14 in honor of victims of political violence. Additionally, the city observed Patriot Day with flags at half-staff to commemorate the September 11 attacks.
Construction work will close Rockwood Blvd. between Grand Blvd. and Cowley St. from Sept. 15 to Sept. 17 for water and sewer system upgrades. Additionally, significant delays are expected on southbound Ash St. from Sept. 22 to Sept. 24 as lanes reduce from three to one. Local access will be maintained, but drivers should seek alternative routes to avoid congestion.
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.
Community members will gather on September 15, 2025, to place a marker commemorating the 111th anniversary of the golden spike that completed the Ayer-Cutoff railroad link in Spokane. The event celebrates a significant milestone in Spokane's railroad history, enhancing travel and connectivity to the west coast.
A brief standoff in West Spokane concluded peacefully with the arrest of a domestic violence suspect. Earlier in the day, the suspect was apprehended on multiple felony charges related to domestic violence incidents.
A brief standoff in West Spokane concluded peacefully after police took a domestic violence suspect into custody. Earlier in the day, the same suspect was arrested for multiple felonies related to domestic violence incidents.
The City of Spokane seeks applications for Tourism and Cultural Investment grants, offering up to $10,000 per organization. The funding, derived from a lodging excise tax, aims to enhance local tourism and cultural initiatives. Applications are due by October 10, 2025.
The City of Spokane announced funding availability for tourism and cultural investment grants. This initiative aims to support local cultural projects and enhance community engagement.