Good morning, this is your Spokane Local Frequency for Wednesday, July 9th, 2025.
We’re starting off with breaking news from downtown Spokane, where authorities are investigating a series of six fires that were determined to be intentionally set early yesterday morning. The Spokane Police Major Crimes Unit is working with fire investigators to determine who may be responsible, and they’re asking anyone with surveillance video or photos from the downtown area between 4 and 6 AM to reach out to police. Thankfully, quick work by fire crews kept the flames from spreading further, but the string of arsons is a reminder to stay alert, especially with the heat and wind making fire conditions particularly dangerous this week.
On the wildfire front, there’s some relief for folks near Cheney and northwest Spokane. The 700-acre Bonnie Lake fire is now 93 percent contained, and most evacuations have been lifted for both that area and Riverside State Park, which was impacted by the Aubrey fire. Some smoke will still be visible around these burn areas as firefighters continue mopping up and monitoring, so don’t be alarmed if you see a haze on the horizon. Officials believe both of these fires were human-caused and are continuing their investigations.
Weather-wise, Spokane is bracing for another scorcher. Today is likely to be the hottest day of the year so far, with a high of 96 expected. There’s a red flag warning in effect due to hot, dry, and windy conditions, with gusts up to 40 miles per hour possible later in the afternoon and evening. That means a high risk for wildfires and fast-changing fire behavior, so be cautious with any outdoor activities.
But it’s not all heat and headlines—there’s plenty to do around town if you’re looking to stay cool and connected. In the heart of Spokane, the Global Food and Art Market pops up this afternoon in the Garland District from 3:30 to 7:30. It’s a vibrant outdoor market celebrating Spokane’s international community, with delicious food, live music, and local art—a perfect spot to grab an early dinner and soak up the city’s creative spirit.
Families with young kids can bounce off the summer energy at Jump For Joy in Spokane Valley, where Open Jump runs from 9:30 to 7 most days. And music lovers can unwind on the Osprey Restaurant’s patio tonight for live local tunes from Kosta la Vista, covering bluesy classic rock from 6 to 9. Admission is free, rain or shine.
That’s all for today’s Spokane Local Frequency. Stay safe, stay hydrated, and support your neighbors. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
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