🌱 Former Health Worker Files $1.4M Claim + Spokane's Snow Plan

Good morning, Spokane! Let's get you started this Friday with everything you need to know going on today in Spokane.

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First, today's weather:

Periods of rain. High: 56 Low: 32.

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Here are the top stories today in Spokane:

1. The former Spokane County health officer who believes he was fired last year due to unpopular decisions he made to try to contain COVID-19 has filed a claim with the health district, which could lead to a lawsuit. Dr. Bob Lutz filed the administrative claim on Oct. 8 and is claiming at least $1.4 million in damages for wrongful termination in addition to "defamation, emotional distress, mental anguish and injury to professional reputation" as a result of his firing in October 2020. In his claim, Lutz maintains that his firing was illegal under state and health district bylaws and he asks to be reinstated as the health officer and awarded the requested damages. (Tri-City Herald)
2. On Wednesday, the city of Spokane released its snow response plan. The plan includes plowing sooner, completing a full-city plow in three days during heavy snowfalls, and use of equipment that minimizes driveway berms. The city is also putting a greater emphasis on keeping snow away from sidewalks and simplifying seasonal parking rules. Those who live in the city of Spokane can expect a copy of snow plow routes in their next city utility bill. (KXLY Spokane)
3. Anonymity on the internet is a controversial topic that is viewed as a negative concept in many instances. However, it is a key factor in the success of some of Gonzaga University's most beloved student-run Instagram accounts. (Bulletin)
4. One Spokane family has made a tradition out of their jack-o-lantern display, with over 300 carved pumpkins for decoration. (KXLY Spokane)
5. With many Halloween-goers returning to normal events this year, many trick-or-treat celebrations and alternative truck-or-treat events are making their comeback to the Spokane area this year. (KREM.com)

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About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.