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It's Not Just A Computer Lab

A new computer lab at school might not seem like a big deal considering kids have access to the internet almost 24 hours a day, between their home computer, cell phones, and access at school.

However, a new lab at Glover Middle School and one at Chase Middle School is doing more than allowing kids to surf the web. It's helping them build for their future.

Comcast dedicated a $25,000 grant to the new labs and career centers.

Purse Snatchers Target South Hill Shoppers

Spokane police are searching for a pair of purse snatchers who've been working local grocery store parking lots and prey on women distracted by their young children.

The suspects are apparently spending a lot of time staking out busy shoppers.

Kim Yahne spotted the couple sitting in their car back on May 7 at the South Hill Safeway on 29th Avenue and thought they looked suspicious.

Spokane Author's Book to Become Jack Black Movie!

Spokane Author's Book to Become Jack Black Movie!

The latest book by Spokane author Jess Walter will hit the big screen - and, a major Hollywood actor has signed on to be part of the project!

Ealing Metro International and Prescience will finance and sell worldwide rights on Bailout, based on Walter's book Financial Lives of the Poets. The movie will be directed by Michael Winterbottom and star Jack Black; shooting is scheduled to get underway in August.

Charter Changes on the Ballot in August

When was the last time council members Corker, McLaughlin, Rush and Snyder constituted a majority on a 4-3 vote? Probably never. They did last night in regards to changing language in the Parks Department's condemnation powers. This is just one of the charter changes be worked on by the council. You'll be able to vote on these changes on the August primary ballot. Councilman Jon Snyder recounts last night's city council meeting in his Tuesday morning recap.

Park Bench Cafe Opens for the Season Friday!

Park Bench Cafe Opens for the Season Friday!

Grab your wallet, your dog and your appetite! One of my favorite Spokane traditions opens for the season Friday with a full schedule of live music planned for the summer.

The Park Bench Cafe in Manito Park will operate first on limited hours (9am - 3pm) and will expand to full summer hours in mid-June.

Spokane To Particpate In International Ride Of Silence

Spokane To Particpate In International Ride Of Silence

Spokane cyclists will be riding in silence this Wednesday evening.  The Ride of Silence, which is held in cities across the world to honor those who have been injured or killed while cycling on public roads, occurs every year on the third Wednesday in May. 

Participants are asked to ride no faster than 12 mph and remain silent during the ride.  The 3.4 mile ride begins at 6pm at the corner of Riverside and Howard.  With no sponsors or registration fees, organizers hope people will be encouraged to come out and support their message of sharing public roadways

Delta Gamma Garden Fair

Delta Gamma Garden Fair

The Annual Delta Gamma Garden Fair and Plant Sale is Thursday May 19th at Liberty Park Florist  from 9am to 5:30pm.  This sale benefits Lilac Services for the Blind and our Service for Sight Projects.  The weathercast for Thursday is Sunny with partial clouds but no rain.  Liberty Park Florist is located at 8th and Perry and has been a family business since 1928.