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Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown ordered flags at all City facilities to be lowered to half-staff on May 26 for Memorial Day. This directive aligns with Governor Bob Ferguson's order for state and U.S. flags to be similarly displayed. Residents are encouraged to participate by lowering flags at their homes or businesses.
Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown ordered flags at all City facilities to be lowered to half-staff on May 26 for Memorial Day. This action aligns with Governor Bob Ferguson's directive for state agency facilities. Memorial Day honors those who died while serving in the armed forces.
Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown ordered flags at all City facilities to be lowered to half-staff on May 26 for Memorial Day. This directive aligns with Governor Bob Ferguson's order for state and U.S. flags at state agency facilities. The day honors those who died serving in the armed forces, and the City encourages residents to participate by lowering their flags.
Spokane City released a list of videos available for viewing on Thursday, May 22, 2025. Notable content includes the "Council Connection" show featuring Jonathan Bingle and Michael Cathcart, which runs for 20 minutes and 45 seconds. The video showcases city council discussions and updates relevant to local residents.
Spokane City Council Member Lili Navarrete plans to resign effective July 1, 2025, prompting the council to seek applications for her District 2 seat. The application period opens on May 23, 2025, with interviews scheduled for July 10, 2025, and a final vote to fill the vacancy on July 28, 2025.
Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown ordered flags at all City facilities to be lowered to half-staff for Memorial Day, aligning with Governor Bob Ferguson's directive. Memorial Day, observed on the last Monday of May, honors those who died serving in the armed forces. Residents are encouraged to participate by lowering flags at their homes and businesses.
Firefighters responded to a fire at the Sky View Apartments in Spokane on May 22, 2025, rescuing two residents trapped by smoke. The fire, which was caused by a stovetop igniting combustible materials, was extinguished within minutes, and no injuries were reported. Residents are reminded to keep doors closed during fires to slow smoke spread.
Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown ordered flags at all City facilities to be lowered to half-staff for Memorial Day, aligning with Governor Bob Ferguson’s directive. Memorial Day honors those who died serving in the armed forces, and residents are encouraged to participate by lowering flags at their homes and businesses.
Spokane offers utility bill credits for qualified senior and disabled residents, effective May 12, 2025. The initiative aims to provide financial relief to eligible utility customers in the area.
Firefighters extinguished a fire at the Sky View Apartments in Spokane on May 22, 2025, following reports of black smoke. Two occupants required assistance but were evaluated in stable condition with no injuries reported. The fire was deemed accidental, caused by a stovetop ignited with combustible materials on top.