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Spokane City Hall will be closed on key holiday dates, including Christmas and New Year's Day, affecting municipal services. Garbage collection will be delayed by one day, with residents advised to have their carts out by 6 AM. Additional service interruptions and schedule changes for various city departments are also included.
The City of Spokane reminds residents that the final week for Christmas tree pickup and the once-per-month green cart collection will take place from January 6th to 10th. Residents should have their carts and trees out by 6 AM on their scheduled pickup day to ensure proper waste management during the holiday season.
Garbage and curbside recycling pickup in Spokane will be delayed by one day starting Wednesday, December 18, 2024, due to the Christmas holiday. Residents should have their carts out by 6 AM on their designated collection day.
The Spokane Police Department is seeking community assistance in locating two missing children, Harmony and Timothy, last seen near Mission and Napa. Thankfully, both children have been found safe and reunited with their family.
Spokane's garbage and curbside recycling pickup will be delayed by one day starting Wednesday due to the Christmas holiday, with Friday's collection moving to Saturday. Residents should have their carts out by 6 AM on collection days for efficient service. More information on city closures during the holiday is available.
Spokane Police arrested 27-year-old Michael Sam after a domestic violence stabbing incident on December 16, 2024, in the 1600 block of West 6th Ave. The victim suffered life-threatening injuries and was taken to a hospital. A significant police response, including the SWAT team, was deployed to resolve the situation peacefully.
Garbage and curbside recycling pickup in Spokane will be delayed by one day starting Wednesday due to the Christmas holiday, with Friday’s pickup occurring on Saturday. The City Council has approved updated utility rates for 2025 and 2026, focusing on affordability and increased support for vulnerable residents.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has designated portions of the Upper Columbia River as a Superfund site due to pollution from a Canadian smelter. This designation enables federal funding for cleanup efforts addressing contamination risks from heavy metals in the soil and sediments, impacting local communities and ecosystems.
Garbage and recycling collection in Spokane will proceed as scheduled on Presidents’ Day, with carts required at the curb by 6 am on collection days. This announcement emphasizes the continuity of services during the holiday, ensuring residents are informed about their waste management services. For further details, residents can refer to the city’s operating schedule link.
Spokane Police are seeking public assistance to locate missing 12-year-old Kyesu Abooki, who was last seen after school. The community is encouraged to report any sightings to Crime Check. Fortunately, Kyesu has been found safe and reunited with her family.