🌱 Missing 5-Year-Old Found Safe + COVID-19 In Spokane Sewage

Happy Friday, neighbors! Let's start today off on an informed note. Here's everything you need to know in Spokane today.

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First, today's weather:

Cloudy. High: 54 Low: 38.

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Here are the top three stories in Spokane today:

1. The Spokane Police Department has found a missing 5-year-old boy after searching for him throughout the night. The department brought in drones, a scooter, and dozens of police units to search for the boy. The boy was eventually located in a car and has been delivered back to his family. (KREM.com)
2. Spokane County Health officials will rely on sewage to detect COVID-19 surges within the community as the pandemic nears an end. The program is part of a national effort by the Department of Health and the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention. The sewage reports will be critical when the community tests for infection at home and does not reliably notify the health department. (The Spokesman Review)
3. Spokane Symphony will perform Carmina Burana with three local opera singers at the Martin Woldson Theater. The show is scheduled for this Saturday at 8:00 p.m. The performance will be conducted by music director James Lowe. (The Spokesman Review)

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Today in Spokane:

• Online Storytime At Spokane County Library District (9:30 AM)
• Free AARP Tax Aide At Spokane County Library District (1:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• The Spokane Police Department thanks everyone who assisted in looking for 5-year-old Xavier. He was returned to his family safely. (Facebook)
• Spokane Public Schools sheds some light on English teacher Kendra Egly's contributions to the community. Click to read the full story. (Facebook)
• Gonzaga is featured on the Tonight Show. Click to watch the clip. (Twitter)

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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning with another update.

— Sean Peek

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.