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Spokane Valley City Manager John Hohman received an Excellence Award at a ceremony held on August 19, 2025. The award recognizes his outstanding contributions to local governance and community development.
Mayor Lisa Brown ordered flags at all City facilities to be lowered to half-staff in honor of Spokane County Sergeant Kenneth Salas, who died while assisting with a traffic hazard on Interstate 90. Flags will remain at half-staff until Wednesday, and a memorial service is scheduled for August 20 at the Spokane Convention Center.
Spokane Police Department announces temporary road closures for the memorial service of Sergeant Ken Salas on August 20. Key closures include southbound traffic on Division at Sharp and Washington from Boone to Spokane Falls Boulevard, affecting travel around the area. Community members are urged to plan ahead and allow extra travel time.
Spokane allocated $7.5 million to support nine affordable housing projects, enhancing rental and homeownership options. The funding includes new construction and rehabilitation initiatives, with a focus on serving low-income households. Mayor Brown emphasized the importance of investing in community stability and opportunity.
The City of Spokane allocated $7.5 million to fund nine affordable housing projects and programs. The funding will support new construction, rehabilitation, and homeownership initiatives, aiming to enhance affordable housing availability for low-income households.
Spokane Police Department will implement temporary road closures on August 20 in preparation for Sergeant Ken Salas’ memorial service. Southbound traffic on Division and Washington will be diverted, with some intersections closed until mid-afternoon. Community members are advised to plan ahead and allow extra travel time.
Mayor Lisa Brown ordered flags at all City facilities to be lowered to half-staff in honor of Spokane County Sergeant Kenneth Salas, who died while assisting with a traffic hazard on Interstate 90. Flags will remain at half-staff through Wednesday, coinciding with a memorial service at the Spokane Convention Center.
The Spokane Police Department announces temporary road closures on August 20 in preparation for Sergeant Ken Salas' memorial service. Key closures include southbound Division at Sharp and Washington from Boone to Spokane Falls Boulevard, with diversions set to begin at 9 a.m. Community members are advised to plan ahead to avoid delays.
Mayor Lisa Brown ordered flags at all City facilities to half-staff in memory of Spokane County Sergeant Kenneth Salas, who died while assisting with a traffic hazard on Interstate 90. Flags will remain lowered through Wednesday, coinciding with a memorial service at the Spokane Convention Center. The city invites residents to join in this recognition.
The City of Spokane allocated $7.5 million to fund nine affordable housing projects, enhancing rental and homeownership opportunities. The funding aims to support vulnerable populations and increase housing inventory, with notable projects including new construction and rehabilitation efforts. Mayor Brown emphasized the importance of these investments for community stability and opportunity.