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Bobbie Atwood’s life was shattered by wildfire—home, pets, vehicles gone, no insurance, no steady income. Amid the rubble, she faces a mountain of costs, especially asbestos testing and debris removal, while battling inconsistent internet that blocks her from aid applications and online fundraisers. Friends step in with shelter and food, but the emotional toll is crushing: separation from family, loss of heirlooms from loved ones long gone. Yet, Bobbie refuses to break. She’s already dreaming of rebuilding—not just bricks and beams, but a campground or wildlife rehab center on her land. With grit and community support, she’s turning ashes into hope, one step at a time.

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Tensions between the U.S. and Canada are escalating as both nations slap tariffs on each other’s goods after trade talks collapsed. President Trump’s quirky executive order renaming Lake Ontario to “Lake America” has sparked debate — seen by some as political theater, others as a sign of deeper rifts. Lt. Gov. Denny Heck warns this friction could push Canada away, while Rep. Michael Baumgartner remains hopeful, calling the deal’s collapse surprising but not fatal. With tariffs delayed until January, both sides still have time to negotiate — and Baumgartner plans to meet with Canada’s consul general soon to mend ties.

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Waters Meet Foundation is revamping its downtown hub at 1020 W Riverside Ave with a $250K renovation to modernize aging HVAC and IT systems while expanding collaborative spaces—set to begin Sept 1 and wrap by year’s end, designed by ROMR Architects and built by Ramey Construction. Meanwhile, Hillyard welcomes a new 3-story apartment building replacing a single-family home, and a vacant North Division Street restaurant will become the Variety Show—a vibrant new entertainment venue featuring diverse short acts.

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In 1976, a chemical explosion rocked Hanford’s nuclear waste treatment facility, injuring one worker and contaminating ten others — a stark reminder of the hidden dangers in nuclear operations amid growing safety debates. Meanwhile, in 1926, pilot Lt. C.V. Haynes shattered speed records flying a Douglas O-2 from Camp Lewis to Spokane in just two hours and seventeen minutes, sparking aviation excitement and showcasing how far flight has come.

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Spokane’s GOP just adopted a new platform that’s igniting fierce debate—some call it radical, others say it’s just common sense. Critics accuse the party of pushing conspiracy theories and labeling opponents as socialists while ignoring real issues like climate change. But loyal members push back, citing their positive experiences and popular policies like tax cuts and veteran support, claiming critics are using racism as a distraction. The divide is stark: one side feels sidelined by fear-mongering, the other feels unfairly demonized. With accusations flying about “MAGA poison” and lost compromise, this isn’t just about policy—it’s about identity. Whether you see it as a bold vision or a descent into extremism, the Spokane GOP’s new core values are now defining its future—and splitting its ranks.

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Wildfires are exploding across the Pacific Northwest, shattering records in Washington and Oregon — a global trend that’s more than doubled in two decades. Behind the flames? Human-caused climate change, fueled by fossil fuels and worsened by centuries of colonial land policies that erased Indigenous fire stewardship. Now, as disaster strikes, blame is being wrongly shifted onto the unhoused — a dangerous distraction from the real culprits: profit-driven capitalism and corporate disinformation campaigns. The time to act is now — we must confront the systems that created this crisis, not scapegoat the most vulnerable.

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Spokane’s oldest daily paper, the Spokesman-Review, has been delivering trusted news since 1891—covering everything from local Inland Northwest stories to global events—with deep community roots, Pulitzer-winning journalism, and a legacy that proves local news still matters more than ever.

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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s dramatic “economic D-Day against Iran” announcement has sparked debate, drawing sharp comparisons to the meticulously planned, historically monumental June 6, 1944 invasion. While the term “D-Day” signals a major operation, the scale and speed of the Normandy landings—where 300,000 troops landed within a week—set an impossible benchmark for economic measures. The analogy, steeped in the gravity of wartime sacrifice and global coalition, feels both bold and misleading, especially as details remain vague. Meanwhile, a separate correction notes that write-in candidate Rachelle Miller will now be included in the Voter’s Pamphlet with an updated, slightly higher primary vote count.

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Sports fans, buckle up—today’s a blockbuster day across every major league. Start your morning with the U.S. Open tennis on ESPN2, then race to IndyCar at Milwaukee Mile on Fox, and catch the Little League World Series championship on ABC. MLB delivers Seattle vs. Toronto and San Diego vs. Tampa Bay, while the WNBA pits Minnesota against Atlanta on NBA TV. Football fans get CFL action (BC vs. Ottawa) and college football (Tuskegee vs. West Alabama), plus the PGA Tour Championship on Golf and CBS. Soccer lovers won’t miss Brentford vs. Leeds or Ipswich vs. Man Utd in the EPL, and Serie A brings Como vs. Napoli and Genoa vs. Lazio. Volleyball and softball round out the afternoon. Whether you’re into tennis, baseball, racing, or soccer—there’s something for everyone.

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Spokane Indians snap a two-game skid with a gritty 6-3 win over Vancouver, thanks to a big third-inning explosion and a stellar seven-inning pitching performance from Bryson Van Sickle. They scored just twice in the first two innings but capitalized on key moments — including a bases-loaded walk and Jacob Hinderleider’s solo homer — to pull away. Vancouver’s late homers couldn’t overcome the deficit, and Spokane stays alive in the playoff race with seven games left to close the gap. Series finale Sunday afternoon.

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