🌱 Nonprofit Spokane Mama + Spokane Arena's July Lineup

Happy Tuesday, people of Spokane! Let's start today off on an informed note. Here's what's going on around Spokane today.

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First, today's weather:

Low clouds and milder. High: 54 Low: 37.

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Here are the top three stories today in Spokane:

1. Nonprofit Spokane Mama is supporting local mothers during the pandemic. The nonprofit operates as a networking group, a social group, and a support system for mothers of every developmental stage. The group will be hosting an expo at the Wonder Building on Apr. 23 in an attempt to bring more mothers into the fold. (KREM.com)
2. Machine Gun Kelly and Avril Lavigne will perform at the Spokane Arena in July. Machine Gun Kelly performed at the Riverfront Park last fall but is returning for his new Mainstream Sellout tour. Tickets for both performers will go on sale Mar. 28 with prices ranging between $30 and $130. (Inlander)
3. Local developer Dan Spalding has filed an application to convert Spokane's Jensen-Byrd Hardware building into a new apartment and retail space. The current structure is 61,000 square feet. The developer wants to turn it into 42 apartments with a 17,000 square foot commercial retail space. (The Spokesman Review)

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Today in Spokane:

• Storytime Shorts At Spokane County Library District (10:00 AM)
• Free AARP Tax Aide At Spokane County Library District (4:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• The City of Spokane broke ground on the Carla Peperzak Middle School project. Click to watch the full ceremony. (Twitter)
• Spring cleaning is here! Click to request your free disposal pass to assist your cleaning efforts. (Twitter)
• Are you trying to navigate the college pathway? Click for help navigating the application and financial aid process. (Facebook)

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That's it for today! I'll see you around.

— 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.