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Spokane residents are reminded that winter food and yard waste cart collection, along with Christmas tree pickup, will occur from January 6th to 10th. Residents should have their carts and trees ready by 6 AM on their collection days, as this marks the final opportunity for Christmas tree disposal.
Spokane residents are reminded that the winter green carts collection and Christmas tree pickup will occur from January 6th to January 10th. Residents should have their carts and trees out by 6 AM on their designated collection day to ensure timely disposal.
Mayor Lisa Brown reflects on her first year in office, highlighting significant achievements in community safety, housing, homelessness, and economic development in Spokane, while emphasizing the importance of collaboration for a resilient future.
Spokane residents are reminded about the winter green cart collection and final Christmas tree pickup scheduled from January 6th to 10th, 2025. Residents should place their carts and trees out for collection by 6 AM on their designated pickup day to ensure proper waste management during winter.
Spokane's January news highlights the historical Peaceful Valley neighborhood and key updates including the relocation of the Office of Neighborhood Services to enhance communication, reminders about snow season parking regulations, the launch of the Tree Equity Spokane program, and a new dashboard for understanding homelessness in the community.
Mayor Brown reflects on his first year in office, highlighting key achievements and upcoming community services like green cart collection and Christmas tree pickup from January 6th to January 10th, emphasizing the importance of community engagement.
The City of Spokane reminds residents that the final week for Christmas tree pickup and once-per-month green cart collection will occur from January 6th to 10th. Residents should place their carts and trees out for collection by 6 AM on their scheduled pickup day to ensure proper waste management after the holiday season.
Spokane Police were involved in an officer-involved shooting on December 29, 2024, in North Central Spokane. Officers responded to reports of a male firing a rifle from his apartment, resulting in the subject's death despite life-saving efforts. An investigation by the Spokane Independent Investigation Response (SIIR) team will follow standard protocol to ensure an unbiased review.
Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown has ordered flags at City facilities to be lowered to half-staff in remembrance of former President Jimmy Carter, following President Biden's national directive. This act honors Carter's legacy of service and compassion, and residents are encouraged to participate by lowering flags at their homes and businesses until January 28, coinciding with the National Day of Mourning on January 9.
A fire broke out in a vacant commercial building in downtown Spokane on December 24, 2024. The Spokane Fire Department responded quickly, extinguishing the fire within 30 minutes with no reported injuries. The cause is under investigation, and the department thanked Avista and AMR for their assistance.