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City Closures Planned for Thanksgiving Holiday

Spokane city officials plan closures for the Thanksgiving holiday from November 24 to November 27, 2025. Residents should prepare for limited services during this period, particularly on the holiday itself. The Thanksgiving Classic event will coincide with city operations adjustments.

Council Members Propose Budget Amendment and New Traffic Safety Cameras

Spokane Council Members Klitzke and Zappone proposed an $800,000 budget amendment to enhance library funding. Additionally, the city installed new automated traffic safety cameras, with a violation warning period starting Monday.

District 3 Weekly Newsletter Vol. 33

District 3 City Council Member Zack Zappone announced upcoming meetings and events for community involvement. Residents are encouraged to participate in these opportunities to engage with local governance this week.

City Closures Planned for Thanksgiving Holiday

The City of Spokane announces planned closures for city services during the Thanksgiving holiday on November 24, 2025. Solid Waste Services will operate one day later than usual following the holiday. Residents should prepare for these adjustments in service delivery.

District 3 Weekly Newsletter Vol. 33

Spokane's District 3 Weekly Newsletter highlights CM Lambdin’s departure and the Water Conservation Plan in its latest edition. The newsletter provides updates pertinent to local governance and community engagement.

Suspect in Custody After Committing Multiple Armed Robberies

Spokane police took a suspect into custody for multiple armed robberies, booking him into the Spokane County Jail on two counts of first-degree robbery. The arrest highlights ongoing efforts by law enforcement to address crime in the area.

Suspect in Custody After Committing Multiple Armed Robberies

Spokane police arrested a suspect in connection with multiple armed robberies. The individual was booked into Spokane County Jail on two counts of 1st Degree Robbery. This incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding public safety in the area.

Mayor Brown Statement on Fatal House Fire

Mayor Lisa Brown expressed condolences following a fatal house fire in northwest Spokane that claimed the life of a child. The city extends its deepest sympathies to the grieving family during this tragic time.

10 Ways to Make Holiday Gifting Low-Waste

Spokane's Waste Reduction Education Coordinator, Jill Reeves, highlights the environmental impact of holiday gifting in a new article. The piece offers ten practical tips for reducing waste during the holiday season, as Americans generate significant trash between Thanksgiving and New Year’s.

Council Members Propose Budget Amendment and Announce Traffic Safety Cameras

Council Members Klitzke and Zappone proposed an $800,000 budget amendment to enhance library funding in Spokane. Additionally, new automated traffic safety cameras were installed, with a warning period for violations set to begin Monday.

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