Good morning, this is your Spokane Local Frequency for Thursday, March 19th.
Start your day with some high-energy action right here in town, as the Seattle Sounders take on the Vancouver Whitecaps at One Spokane Stadium tonight in the Concacaf Champions Cup. Kickoff promises thrills with these Pacific Northwest rivals clashing under the lights, and tickets are nearly sold out, so if you havent grabbed yours, hustle over to the box office or online before they vanish. This match isnt just soccer its a chance for our community to rally behind the Emerald City squad and feel that electric buzz that turns a stadium into a sea of cheers, boosting local pride and filling up nearby spots with fans hungry for post-game bites.
If youre into hoops or just love a good Zag party, Gonzaga alums and fans are heading out for ZagUp Portland this afternoon at the Hotel Eastlund from 3:30 to 5:30, fueling up with appetizers, a no-host bar, and exclusive Zag Shop merch before the No. 3 Zags tip off against No. 14 Kennesaw State at the Moda Center. Its a $30 ticket to spirited pre-game fun that connects our Gonzaga family across the border, and with space limited, its a hot ticket for anyone craving that Bulldog camaraderie even if it means a quick drive west.
On the arts scene, catch The Notebook at the First Interstate Center for the Arts tonight at 7:30, bringing Nicholas Sparks heartfelt romance to the stage with all its emotional twists thatll have couples holding hands a little tighter and reminding us why Spokanites love these intimate Broadway gems right in our backyard. Its part of a run through March 22nd, perfect for date night or a solo escape into stories that hit close to home.
Heads up for weather watchers winter storm warnings are out for parts of Washington and Oregon, with up to two feet of snow possible in higher spots, so if youre heading into the Cascades or eastside, pack chains and check updates to keep your commute safe and your adventures on track. Meanwhile, Spokane firefighters swiftly contained an accidental kitchen blaze yesterday, a quick reminder to double-check those stovetops and stay vigilant so small slips dont spark bigger worries for families.
In Spokane Valley, tune into the State of the Region breakfast at 9 AM, where GSI dishes on growth and opportunities shaping our neighborhoods, or join the Tax Essentials webinar at noon for smart tips on 2025 filings that could save you real cash come April. Out in Newman Lake, the fire districts board meets today to tackle community safety head-on.
For drives south, note Lewistons Thain Grade closes briefly from 8:45 to 9:45 AM for rock removal after rains loosened some boulders safety first keeps everyone rolling smoothly.
And the citys gathering community input at 11 AM on climate and resiliency policies for our Comprehensive Plan update, your voice helping craft a greener, tougher Spokane for years ahead.
This has been Spokane Local Frequency. Well see you tomorrow with more lo
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