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Hello Spokane! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How to eat your way through 48 delicious hours in Spokane
  • Spokane driver accused of DUI after cyclist seriously injured at intersection
  • How 1,500 Spokane teens just practiced handling real-world money

Also on today's calendar: Troop 313 Scouting Fun Fair and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Is there anybody completely useless? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Sunny and delightful, with a high of 74 and low of 46 degrees.
  • Thursday: Some brightening, temps: high: 82, low: 55.
  • Friday: Cooler with a shower or two, with a high of 67 and low of 46 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. 48 hours of eating in Spokane: One foodie's guide to a weekend of dining out (spokesman.com) — If you're planning a weekend in Spokane, this guide maps out 48 hours of meals, from classic breakfasts at Frank's Diner and Cottage Cafe to steaks at Churchill's and handmade pasta in Browne's Addition. It also weaves in walks along the Spokane River, a Davenport lobby visit, and a final sandwich stop in Airway Heights before you head home.
   

2. Man accused of hitting a cyclist with his truck after drinking several Twisted Teas (krem.com) — A Spokane cyclist is recovering after police say a driver who had been drinking Twisted Tea hit him while turning at Division and Mission, causing injuries serious enough to require surgery in Seattle. The driver, accused of transporting five children at the time, now faces vehicular assault, reckless endangerment, and DUI charges, with a court hearing set for Thursday, Sept. 24.
   

3. Spokane credit unions host first-ever Money IRL event to teach high schoolers financial skills (kxly920.com) — Spokane teens just got a hands-on crash course in real-world money skills as 1,500 students from around 10 Spokane County districts filled the Spokane Convention Center for the first-ever Money IRL event. Local credit unions led interactive budgeting simulations and workshops, and organizers hope to expand the free financial education experience next year.
   

4. Fire relief donations overflow in Spokane Valley as organizations redirect excess support (kxly920.com) — Spokane Valley's Partners Inland Northwest has received a year's worth of fire relief donations in just six weeks and is now helping about 400 local survivors and sharing supplies with other Spokane organizations. With clothing and hygiene shelves full, the group is now only accepting food and is recruiting volunteers through Volunteer Spokane to sort remaining donations.
   

5. 'Making core memories': Mt. Spokane outlasts rival Mead in five-set thriller in front of massive crowd at Union Stadium (spokesman.com) — Spokane sports fans just witnessed a first: an outdoor high school volleyball showdown at Union Stadium where Mt. Spokane edged rival Mead in a five-set thriller. The northside schools drew about 2,000 spectators, showcased top local talent, and set the tone for upcoming Greater Spokane League play and next month's Cat Fight rematch.
   

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Ok Spokane! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: No because they can always be used as a bad example! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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