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- U.S. · Tuesday, November 10U.S. Gas Costs Drop Below $4 Before Thanksgiving
A petroleum analyst expects the national average to fall to $3.75 by Thanksgiving.

- World · Tuesday, November 10Peace talks between Russia and Ukraine resume in Abu Dhabi
Kushner and Witkoff are meeting with Russian and Ukrainian negotiators in the United Arab Emirates.

- weather · Monday, November 9Rain Returns Tuesday Afternoon After Brief Morning Break
Wet weather starts Monday night, eases by mid-morning, then returns with showers later Tuesday.

- safety · Monday, November 9Three Spokane Valley dealership employees honored after rescue
The employees assisted during a rollover call involving a woman unable to escape the wreckage.

- schools · Monday, November 9Spokane-area schools weigh energy drink bans
Energy drinks are popular with middle and high school students, raising concerns about teen health risks.

- community · Monday, November 91934 Image Shows Spokane River’s Industrial South Channel
Factories and transportation infrastructure once dominated the river gorge’s southern edge.

- government · Monday, November 9Spokane County Offices Closed Nov. 11
County offices in Spokane will close all day for Veterans Day Observed.

- events · Monday, November 9Airway Heights Library Plans Strings Workshop for Families
The November 19 activity includes knots, yarn art and hands-on STEM exploration.

- government · Monday, November 9Spokane City and County Seek Grant for Wildfire-Ready Roads
The funding would support planning for a road network designed to better withstand wildfires.

- events · Monday, November 9LEGO Building Session Set for Deer Park Library
Children 5 and up can spend an afternoon creating with the library’s LEGO collection.

- community · Monday, November 9Spokane Parks Revives Longevity Fit Program
The healthy-aging program is open to adults 55 and older, and spots remain available this fall.

- events · Monday, November 9Princess Tea Party Set for Spokane’s Davenport Hotel
Families can enjoy tea, scones, sandwiches and pastries in the Grand Pennington Ballroom.

- events · Monday, November 9String-Focused STEAM Program Set for Spokane Valley Kids
Children can experiment with knots, yarn-based art and string-related science concepts.

- events · Monday, November 9Davenport Christmas Tree Lighting Set for Nov. 27
The four-hour downtown celebration includes Santa, carolers, a youth choir and peanut brittle demonstrations.

- U.S. · Monday, November 9Democrats target Trump’s fossil fuel agenda
The party says more clean energy could help address rising household energy costs.

- events · Monday, November 9Downtown Spokane Open House Offers Holiday Savings
Aveda hair care and select skincare will be discounted from November 19 through December 4.

- events · Monday, November 9Thai Crispy Pork Belly Class Coming to Spokane
The Kitchen Engine will host a hands-on Sunday class featuring two Thai pork belly dishes.

- events · Monday, November 9Spokane class teaches Thai noodle cooking
The Kitchen Engine hosts the hands-on class Saturday, November 28, 2026, at 5:45 PM.

- events · Monday, November 9Cookie Decorating Workshop Set at The Kitchen Engine
White Velvet Bakery instructor Quinn Fosberg will lead the seasonal class on November 12.

- events · Monday, November 9Lambeth Cake Decorating Class Set for Spokane
The November 17 class includes a decorated five-inch cake and a frosting recipe to take home.

- government · Monday, November 9Spokane County Offices Close Nov. 11 for Veterans Day
County offices will be closed Wednesday as Spokane County observes Veterans Day.

- U.S. · Monday, November 9House Democrats Put Healthcare Costs at the Top of Agenda
In the United States, Democrats also plan to focus on ending the Iran war after winning a House majority.
- Washington · Monday, November 9Lake Washington, Tacoma and Yakima schools weigh state lawsuit
School boards say local levy money is covering regular operating costs because of a state funding shortfall.

- U.S. · Monday, November 9Congress returns to Capitol Hill after Democratic midterm wins
Lawmakers face a brief session before the new Washington power structure begins next year.

- events · Monday, November 9Spokane Symphony brings ocean-inspired music to The Fox
The program includes works by Debussy, Bax and Higdon, plus free K-12 tickets for families.

- sports · Sunday, November 8WIAA Sets State Playoff Brackets for Spokane Football Teams
The state tournament brackets were released Sunday, starting the championship path for local high school programs.

- sports · Sunday, November 8Gonzaga women defeat UC Riverside 85-58 in Spokane
The Bulldogs earned the home victory Sunday at the McCarthey Athletic Center.

- events · Sunday, November 8Blitzen Bash brings reindeer and Santa photos downtown
River Park Square hosts family activities and reindeer visits on Saturday, December 5.

- community · Sunday, November 8Spokane Hosts Fundraiser for Deputies’ Families
The event supports families connected to Tuesday’s deadly shooting near Spangle.

- events · Sunday, November 8Emo and Pop-Punk Night Set for The Chameleon
The 21-and-older event is scheduled for Saturday, December 5, in Spokane.
