News Releases for Week of Sunday, October 1, 2023

Oct. 6

SPD Investigating Series of Overnight Vandalism to City Murals

2:52 p.m. - SPD responded to investigate apparent vandalism to city murals located in downtown corridor and lower south hill which appear to be similar in nature.

SFD & Red Cross Partner for Hillyard Neighborhood Install Blitz

2:48 p.m. - SFD and American Red Cross volunteers will be in the Hillyard neighborhood installing free smoke and carbon monoxide alarms.

Maple St. Bridge Open Oct. 6-8

8:23 a.m. - One lane of traffic is open in each direction for the weekend.

Oct. 5

Regional Fire Marshals Lift Burn Restrictions for the Spokane Area

2:55 p.m. - The outdoor recreational fire restrictions that were implemented on June 30 are being lifted at 8 a.m. on Friday, October 6.

Oct. 4

City Council to Consider Changes to Neighborhood Council Ordinance

10:03 a.m. - The "Inclusive and Transparent Neighborhood Volunteering Ordinance" amends Title 4.27 of the Spokane Municipal Code for neighborhood councils.

Afternoon House Fire Displaces Local Family

9:37 a.m. - Improperly discarded smoking materials leads to house fire, displaces local family

Oct. 3

SPD Seeks Assistance Locating Vulnerable Adult

6:28 p.m. - Spokane Police are asking for help locating a missing adult. Roger Herndon suffers from dementia. If you see Herndon please call Crime Check.

Mayor Releases Preliminary Budget

10:57 a.m. - Balanced priority-based budget continues critical services

New Playground at Grant Park Opens Wednesday

5:58 a.m. - Grant Park’s new playground will open October 4, 2023, marked by a ribbon cutting event at 10 a.m.

Oct. 2

Indigenous Peoples Day Is Oct. 9

8:46 a.m. - City details holiday closures