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Spokane Valley, Washington Patch AM: a 5 min readCoffee in hand, Spokane Valley? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- What’s at stake in the Spokane Valley park arrest trial?
- How Spokane Valley deputies responded to a disturbing puppy abuse report
- Why are Spokane Valley home values rising faster than much of the county?
Also on today's calendar: Pride Parade & Festival 2026 and 5 more events.
Today's riddle: What do sweet potatoes wear to bed? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Friday: Partly sunny and nice, with a high of 77 and low of 47 degrees.
- Saturday: Nice with plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 79, low: 48.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny and very warm, with a high of 86 and low of 51 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
📰 News we're reading
1. Former Spokane County deputy to claim self defense at trial (khq.com) — A former Spokane County deputy goes on trial next week over an arrest at a Spokane Valley park, where a man suffered serious injuries during a late-night encounter. Prosecutors allege assault and false swearing, while the defense plans a self‑defense argument and may seek reimbursement from government agencies. The outcome could influence local policing accountability and civil litigation. 
2. Spokane Valley police arrest suspect for alleged animal cruelty charges (krem.com) — Spokane Valley police arrested a local man after witnesses reported a puppy being violently mistreated outside a home on South Skipworth Road. Deputies and a SCRAPS officer seized the dog under a warrant for emergency evaluation, and the suspect was booked into Spokane County Jail on felony and misdemeanor animal cruelty charges.
3. Spokane County assessor: Most homes see minor value increase while downtown buildings continue downward trend (spokesman.com) — Spokane Valley homeowners are seeing some of the biggest year‑to‑year assessment increases in Spokane County, even as overall residential values mostly level off. New 2027 valuations are out, and a recently expanded state exemption will soon offer more tax relief for qualifying seniors, disabled residents and veterans. Downtown Spokane offices, meanwhile, continue to lose value amid remote‑work shifts.
4. 14U Dirt Dawgs struggle (cheneyfreepress.com) — A Medical Lake 14U Dirt Dawgs squad is mired in a five-game skid that includes a rough doubleheader sweep by the Spokane Valley Bombers, who won by wide margins. Earlier losses to Trail and Mead A Legion have dropped the young team to 2-8 through June 7, despite a few standout hitting performances.
5. Trial starts for former Spokane NAACP leader accused of choking girlfriend (spokesman.com) — A long-delayed felony assault trial is underway for a former Spokane NAACP vice president, stemming from a 2020 incident that continued at a Spokane Valley Airbnb along the Spokane River. Prosecutors describe a violent attack on his girlfriend, while the defense claims self‑defense and investigative failures. The case also revisits his prior “three strikes” history and clemency conditions.
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★ Featured events ★
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First Time Home Buyer Class - Sponsored by the WSHFC →
Argonne Library, 4322 N Argonne Rd, Spokane
11:00 am
Saturday June 13
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Other local events
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Pride Parade & Festival 2026 →
Riverfront Park, 507 N Howard St, Spokane
12:00 pm -
Brick west Brewery →
Brick West Brewing, 1318 W 1st Ave, Spokane
6:00 pm -
Maryhill Winery – Spokane – Tasting Room & Bistro →
Maryhill Winery Spokane Tasting Room & Bistro, 1303 W Summit Pkwy Ste 100, Spokane
5:00 pm -
Third 2-week Chicago Undergraduate courses begin
Moody Aviation 6719 E Rutter Ave # 68, Spokane, WA 99212 -
Team Celebrations
West Valley City School Spokane, WA 99212
8:30 am -
Chromebook Drop-Off
Spokane Valley Learning Academy Greenacres, WA 99016
8:30 am -
Last Day of Aviation Non-Standard Term
Moody Aviation 6719 E Rutter Ave # 68, Spokane, WA 99212
Saturday June 13
Sunday June 14
Monday June 15
Wednesday June 17
Friday June 19
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🗓 Events Nearby
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WVHS Graduation
West Valley High School The Podium
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Amigo the Devil →
Riverfront Park, 507 N Howard St, Spokane
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Third 2-week Chicago Undergraduate courses begin
Moody Aviation 6719 E Rutter Ave # 68, Spokane, WA 99212 -
Team Celebrations
West Valley City School Spokane, WA 99212
8:30 am
Friday June 12
Sunday June 14
Monday June 15
Wednesday June 17
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