Should Washington State food stamps also work as bus passes?
Be it proposed that the Washington State Quest Card be acknowledged and accepted by public transit authorities as a free bus pass. This will enhance the mobility of those most in need of a hand up and give them an opportunity to lend a hand in shaping of the economic revitalization of the state of Washington
By Dave Bilsland

Spokane Mayor West Petition

Spokane Valley Helmet Law, No Thanks
The Spokane Valley city council will vote on June 28th 2005 to impose a mandatory bicycle helmet law. The same lobbying group that pushed this law thru in Spokane, The Safe Kids Coalition, is behind the valley push. The Safe Kids Coalition has 16 Sponsors listed on their website. Two of the sponsors are bicycle helmet manufacturing companies... ...
By Leslie

We need a new head for the Children's Administration
As an advocate/activist for Washington Families involved with CPS I know for a that the CA is violating the Braam Lawsuit in several cases we have this will cost the state more money...
By Kelly Vick, Co-Director WA AFRA

Family Rights Nationwide Protest
The American Family Rights Association of Washington State is promoting a nation wide campaign that has taken off like a firestorm throughout the United States. On Dec. 1st, Rosa Parks Day, the 50 States will protest in unison against the abuses families face in foster child custody...
By Suzy Nickel and Kelly Vick

Helmet Law
This is the worst government abuse I have ever seen in my life. Spokane is lucky to have someone like mayor west who can think things out and decide between what’s right and wrong. I cannot believe the people of Spokane can actually elect these council members...
By Bryan

Local Association Connects Producers, Businesses
During the 90's, they learned to tone it down, settle down, develop some angst, and hide their talent in a Spokane that moved slower than the rest of the world... or else do all of their work outside the region...
By Keith Davis

A new weapon for the local music scene
Several musicians, writers and professionals from around the Inland Northwest have come together to create the Lilac City Nightmare Music and Entertainment magazine and weekly papers. We have done this because this area's musical talent should not be taken lightly...
By 3DoggDown

Skatepark Sessions Skateboard Camp comes to Hillyard Skatepark in July
Looking to improve your skateboarding this summer? Get sponsored? The Skatepark Sessions All Star skateboarding camps..
By Adam Longnecker

Let's all make a difference
I moved to Spokane in 1978 and 3 years later Spokane would never be the same as a result of my "Alternative" lifestyle. All I wanted to do was to ride my bike. I lived and breathed, was absolutely drawn, fascinated and unable to resist my desire to ride my bike...
By Roger "Ziggy" Zigler

Charade they call family court
I would like to see an article series or at least quest into the local, and state family court systems...
By Eileen F. M. Lalonde

Spokane's Local Music Scene Has A New Online Portal!
We are proud to present SpokaneRocks.com! If you have heard of SpokaneBands.com, our service is similar to theirs! Not only do we have a FREE listing service for bands, we also provide a FREE listing service for Music Stores, Venues, DJs & Karaoke Clubs, and much more...
By Leo McLaughlin

People 4 People Putting a face on homelessness
Winter is fast approaching and the homeless members of our community need your help. Most homeless people are ill prepared for the cold. They are either lacking in proper gear to keep themselves warm enough at night or are using worn out and inadequate equipment. People 4 People, a new Spokane area organization of the homeless and formerly homeless, is opening a call for contributions from the people of the Greater Spokane Area...
By People 4 People

Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC): A Hand Up...or a Hand-out?
There are some that will tell you that the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is the
best thing since baked beans. Spokane citizens got a good feel for that mindset when the EITC was heavily and urgently promoted during last year’s ONE Spokane Conferences...
By Rob Wilkinson

Stockland Hosts 175 Head of Sale Horses
Stockland Livestock Exchange in Davenport, Wash. is a sales institution that first started off Freya Street, Spokane, Wash., near Spokane Community College in 1962. In 1981, Ted and Joanne Kerst bought the exchange..
By Margo Mossburg

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