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A wife makes a medical decision her husband questions—pushing back could hurt trust. Meanwhile, a listener moved thousands of miles for their career, made 28 trips to see family, yet felt ignored—only their mom truly connected. The advice? Don’t let bitterness steal joy from the life they built. Focus on what’s real: their hard-earned success and that one deep bond.

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A family heirloom—a humble painting by M. Berner-Hardt—survived war, exile, and decades to become a silent guardian of resilience, carried from East Berlin to America, through generations, and now poised to pass into the hands of the next chapter in its storied journey.

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Phil Isaak made a wild bet in 1965 to date 50 girls in one semester—his 11th date with Ruth Paulsson turned into a lifetime. After a football game and a torn ticket incident, he offered her a burger… she just wanted a bite of his. They bonded over faith, shared circles, and small-town roots, married in ’66, honeymooned in Yellowstone with bears lurking nearby. Ruth, with no farming experience, became a bookkeeper, truck driver, and devoted mother to three WSU-raised kids who all married fellow Cougars. Now, after 60 years, they’re still in Spokane—with Phil checking the weather daily—and their family has grown to include 12 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, and another on the way. Their secret? Shared faith, steady love, and Phil’s unwavering humor.

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Late-blooming alliums are the unsung heroes of your garden, stepping in when summer fades with vibrant blooms from July into fall—perfect for pollinators and low-maintenance gardening. Unlike their spring cousins, these root-grown beauties thrive in sun, need little water, and even deer avoid them. Discover stars like Japanese Onion, Prairie Onion, and garlic chives that add color and charm where most plants have quit. Easy to split and hard to beat—don’t overlook these fall favorites.

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Spokane’s library just dropped a major move: use your card to snag hockey tickets. The Chiefs are teaming up with the Spokane Public Library, offering three passes per home game—each good for four tickets. Funded by a grant from the Spokane Public Library Foundation, this is part of their bigger Museum and Culture Pass program that also includes the symphony, soccer, theater, art museum, and wildlife center. Library director Andrew Chanse says it’s all about breaking down barriers so everyone can enjoy Spokane’s vibrant culture and sports. Reserve one pass per year, up to 60 days ahead. It’s a smart, inclusive win for fans, the team, and the city.

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The Red Clay Strays electrified the Numerica Veterans Arena with their raw, soulful Southern rock energy, delivering a show that felt as much like a homecoming as it did a powerhouse performance. Opening acts Sweet Talk and Wyatt Flores—both criminally underappreciated—brought funk, gospel, and dazzling live twists that deserved a louder crowd response. Brandon Coleman’s gritty vocals, backed by a wall of harmonies, turned tracks like “Drowning” into unforgettable moments. This was the perfect, passionate capstone to Spokane’s stellar summer concert season.

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Earth, Wind & Fire are bringing their legendary groove to Spokane this Sunday — the iconic R&B/funk masters who’ve been turning heads since 1969 with hits like “September,” “Let’s Groove,” and “Shining Star.” Led by Maurice White and Philip Bailey, their live shows still pack the energy they’re known for. Tickets start at $62.20 at Northern Quest Resort and Casino — don’t miss your chance to feel the timeless magic.

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Washington’s apple industry is undergoing a seismic shift as Gebbers Farms, a legendary family-run operation, files for bankruptcy—making way for International Farming Corp. to swoop in with a $231 million bid, the only one on the table. IFC, a global investment firm that entered the apple game just eight years ago, is now poised to become one of the state’s biggest players after a whirlwind acquisition spree since 2018. This marks a dramatic departure from the region’s long-standing tradition of local family farms, sparking debate over fairness and competition. With rising costs for labor, fuel, and fertilizer and stagnant apple prices, the industry is under immense pressure—and Gebbers’ collapse signals deeper struggles ahead. Despite its massive scale and workforce, Gebbers was drowning in debt, forced into Chapter 11 after lenders demanded a sale. IFC’s takeover, through an affiliate, may be the end of an era—but also the beginning of a new chapter for Washington’s orchards.

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Get ready for a cinematic onslaught—September brings “Practical Magic Two” with Bullock and Kidman, Greengrass’ gritty “The Uprising,” a new “Resident Evil” thriller, the animated “Forgotten Island,” and Brad Pitt’s survival drama “Heart of the Beast.” The month peaks on the 25th with Robert Pattinson as Chris Hansen in “Primetime,” then October delivers Tom Cruise’s dark comedy “Digger,” horror’s “Other Mommy,” Aaron Sorkin’s Zuckerberg drama “The Social Reckoning,” the “Street Fighter” action-comedy, “Whalefall,” and ends with DC’s body-horror twist: “Clayface.”

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Get ready for Labor Dave — The Dave Matthews Band’s legendary Labor Day weekend residency at the Gorge Amphitheater, where they’ve turned this holiday into a rockin’ tradition since 1997. With their genre-blurring sound, jaw-dropping live shows, and hits that never get old, it’s no surprise they’ve been headlining this spot for over 20 years. This year’s lineup? Loaded with talent including Infinity Song, Stephen Wilson Jr., Jonah Kagen, Watchhouse, Sierra Hull, and Jesse Wells. Tickets start at $69.50 for Friday/Sunday, $78.54 for Saturday, or grab a weekend pass for just $172.91. Don’t miss the magic — it’s happening this Friday through Sunday.

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