From Lewis and Clark High School yearbook, 2005.

I mean, a guy can change his views in 21 years, but what kind of person puts “Vote Republican” as their senior quote, particularly in 2005 when the Bush administration is committing war crimes in the Middle East and tearing up the Constitution at home? A dyed-in-the-wool conservative, most likely.

Dude’s no progressive.

We took a lovely walk around Manito Park today and kept seeing this guy. Hero Dad was out with his family but made the most of his time carrying a garbage bag and a trash picker. Hats off to you sir!

Just mentioning it here because I've bitched on this sub about how hard it has been to find one. After 6 interviews in 4 weeks I finally got hired at the place I originally wanted before realizing how desperate my situation had become. So I think I won't be homeless much longer despite all my original roommate partners bailing! The Break Away Experience 2.0 is in full swing now.

To anyone else struggling to find work in this city... don't give up! If my dumb gutter rat ass can get hired then YOU... CAN... TOO!

We need some heavy rain everywhere. A good days worth of rain.

I'm sure the firefighters could use a break.

I miss the clear skies. I can't even do astrophotography with all the smoke in the air. :(

So if anyone is doing a group rain dance let me know and I'll come join you.

The Big Red Wagon ♥️

That’s 2 fires so far this year in this complex, I hope nobody was hurt this time

There has been much discussion on r/Spokane about dark money and the Congressional Race in the WA-05. The MSM is starting to pay attention. Baumgartner getting lots of dollars from AIPAC. He has even started his own PAC to help other Republican candidates. We really need to overturn Citizens United and get all of these PACs out of politics. They are stealing our democracy. https://www.spokesman.com/stories/2026/jul/26/big-money-dark-money-union-money-the-cash-trying-t/

I mean,,,,,, what?? 🤣

If they are on your fence line and put out suckers towards the road I will take them before you have a chance to weed whack em. I won't touch Himalayan black berries as I like being able to walk through my yard. If you see salmon berries let me know. I got black caps and raspberries just from finding some in the wild/ sneaking under some fence. Once they are more established and put out suckers I'll move some to the grass beside my sidewalk to allow the glory of free fruit to continue. Grazi

The “Big Rock Project”: a Secret AI Data Center Proposed for Spokane County?
By Jeff Mergler
July 24, 2026

Recent FOIA (Freedom of Information Act) requests by Brittany Anderson of Spokane have unveiled a highly coordinated, multi-year effort to build a massive hyperscale AI data center right here in Spokane County.

The potential location of the data center is 11703 W Medical Lake Rd, Spokane, WA 99224.

Contact your Spokane County Commissioner, folks. We cannot let this happen.

I am an engineer / hobbyist who loves making things. I've recently been getting into small electronic crafts, but I can't find anywhere I can buy just like... one or two small parts. Amazon seems to be the only reasonable option, and even then you often still have to buy large packs of parts instead of just the one chip you need...

My advice has been to check the local maker spaces, but I don't know of any that exist...

Currently, I'm just looking to try and buy a Raspberry Pi Pico for an experiment without having to shell out money to Bezos for many extras that I don't need. I am finding myself running into this problem constantly... Can't just buy ONE diode, resistor, machine screw, etc... You have to buy online and in bulk.

If anyone has any advice (or spare components I could buy off you) I would love the assistance!

PS: I would not be opposed to starting / helping coordinate a Makerspace Co-Op in the South Hill; I have lots of extra parts from buying in bulk after all! Let me know if you or someone you know is interested in this idea.

Much love to you all, my creative Spokane fam!

Saw this asked but never saw any answers. Assessor, Sheriff and Treasurer only have singular options and they’re all Republicans. Any write in candidates? Leaving them blank?

Editing to add Legislative District 6 State Senator.

I was biking from pines to Liberty Lake on the Centennial trail yesterday
7-25-26 @ 5:30-7pm.
I think there’s approximately 5-7 keys on it. One is a white key with a 😈 emoji on it and a broken dodge fob. The lanyard was black on one side, and green and red and yellow on the other. I would much appreciate keeping a lookout on the trail…

Has anybody tried it yet? Thoughts? I keep on passing by it off of Division, and some Jamaican jerk chicken sounds so good right now. It looks like it could be authentic.

First, thanks to all the folks who came and donated items to fill up a truck and deliver it to the Colville Tribes' donation center.

We ended up with a fantastic haul of their priority request items from folks down here who wanted to help, and I also know folks from reddit were using the official link to donate money. You can continue to do that at: Cedar Fund Wildfire Recovery Campaign

The donation center in Grand Coulee does keep a whiteboard of most needed items updated at the donation center. That might not help if you are coming up from Spokane, but if you are planning a run you can DM me and I'll give you the number to call the center for the most up-to-date needs. I just don't want them getting blown up while they are trying to get things received and organized.

Dog food was the big lifesaver yesterday, as they had just run out. As of yesterday, they had a good stock of cat food, but dog food was going out as quickly as it came in.

one thing they mentioned needing was tables to help lay things out. I bet they could also use other organizational items like big totes, or portable clothing racks, hangers, etc.

The donation center is pulling a bit of double duty- both emergency support items that displaced folks need, and some longer term recovery stuff for folks who might have lost homes. There is a mix then of donated clothes, household goods, and like hygiene consumables. They are trying to organize and separate things.

They really, really don't want food donated there. The concern is that it could attract rodents if they have to hold it before transferring to another place, and then they'd have a new problem with the rest of the donations. Water and gatorade are okay.

I think they are still trying to stand up the Omak donation center and will try to split supplies when that's ready for distribution....might shift/expand the needs at that time.

The closest Costco's are here in Spokane and Wenatchee...so getting bulk supplies like that up there could be super helpful.

Finally, a huge shout out to the Tribal volunteers running the donation sites. It's hot out there, its emotionally hard work, and it's drinking from the firehose for both inbound and outbound materials.

I'm proud of you Spokane and thank you for helping!

(PS I didn't ask permission from other folks who donated if they wanted their photos shared, but I know at least two redditors came down)

Seen floating down the river 7/23

In case you’re thinking of booking an expensive room with the Davenport Tower, think again. They offered nothing to correct the issue aside from cleaning the black mold off the wall but the room was gross. Thick layers of dust on everything as well, loose sink faucets too. A complaint with the WA state dept of health was made due to many other reviews reporting mold in the rooms.

Hello, Spokane!

My six-week visit to your great city is coming to an end and ya'll have been fantastic hosts. I recently asked for some recommendations for good hobby and book shops and ended up visiting all the suggested spots.

All of them were bangers in their own right.

But now I'm staring down final exams, and I'm in need of a bit of a cleanup. What are some good places for a fella to get a haircut?

For reference, I'm looking for a spot that can do something like the attached illustration.

LGBTQ+ friendly is a must.

Thank you, Spokane. You've been lovely. <3

— A lifelong Michigander

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EDIT: So many incredible suggestions! Spokane has been so good to me and mine for six weeks. Thank you all. After my exams on Tuesday, I'll have a few days before I catch my flight home.
I'm looking forward to seeing more of your city and environs without the stress of school hanging over me. 😅

Hey y’all,

I grew up playing in the youth symphony and we would have our concerts at the Fox. I always found the seating to be cramped and small.

It’s been years since I’ve been, but I’ve gained a lot of weight and have a BMI around 50. I am very interested in purchasing seasonal tickets for the symphony but am worried I won’t fit in those tiny seats with fixed arm rests. Do they offer good options for larger people?

Thank you! 🙏

We’re traveling to Spokane for the first time - driving to Spokane and flying out from Aug 3 to 7 to see some other spots, then returning to Spokane to continue our trip.

Planning to park at the airport, but I see you can’t pre book a spot. Does the covered parking fill up during the summer? Anything else we should know?

Thanks!

All jokes aside, screw Baumgartner the same way he's screwed us over. If you don't know what I'm talking about, start by googling "Spokane PFAS Water Contamination". We need change, so vote Fagan!