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Police investigating Wells Fargo robbery

Spokane police responded to a robbery of the Wells Fargo bank branch at 30th and Regal on the South Hill Tuesday afternoon.

According to authorities the suspect implied he had a gun, though he never displayed one, and demanded money. He was seen leaving in a white Chevy two-door vehicle. The vehicle model is not known.

The suspect was described as being between 20 and 30, white with red facial hair.

He was last seen driving westbound on 32nd Avenue.

New program hopes to provide running shoes for local kids

New program hopes to provide running shoes for local kids

Would you go for a run in flip-flops and jeans? The answer is more than likely no. Unfortunately, that is the reality for many area children participating in school running programs. A new local group is looking to fix that and needs your donations.

 

Michelle Neill noticed a need for running shoes while she was volunteering last fall with the cross country program at Lincoln Heights Elementary. Neill put out a request for gently used gear over Facebook. Shortly after shoes and shorts started showing up on her front door.

 

Soles4Youth was born and Neill, along with her friend Lesli Cleveland, wants to provide proper shoes and clothes for kids who love to run. They've partnered with Active4Youth who fund the fall and spring school running programs.

 

Begging for your votes: Dancing w/Celebrities Saturday!

Begging for your votes: Dancing w/Celebrities Saturday!

I've already begged once, but I'm not too proud to do it again. Saturday, I hit the stage at the Bing Crosby Theater for the annual CYT Dancing With Celebrities event. In my mind, I plan to cha cha my way to super stardom. In reality, I'm just really hopeful you'll take pity on me, buy a ticket and cast your vote!

Your money equals your vote. So, when you buy a ticket, you designate which dancer you're supporting. If you can't make it to the event Saturday night, you can still pledge your vote online with a donation to CYT. I promise if you vote for me, I'll try to make you proud!

Did I mention I'm going to Moonwalk?

Here's the link - and thanks!

Body, marijuana grow found in South Hill home

The Spokane County Medical Examiner has identified the man found dead inside a South Hill home Sunday night.

Sixty-two-year-old Warren Schrempp Jr. died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

His body, and a small marijuana grow operation, were discovered inside the vacant foreclosed home late in the Moran Prairie neighborhood.

The investigation began around 6:30 p.m. near Havana and Sumac in the Moran Prairie neighborhood.

A locksmith was changing locks at the foreclosed home when he saw a suspicious red Honda parked in the garage. He also smelled marijuana.

The locksmith then called authorities. When the Spokane County Sheriff's Office arrived at the home, the intruder yelled at deputies. A muffled gunshot was then heard.

Both SWAT and hostage negotiators were then called to the home.

Authorities received a search warrant for the home and entered just before 11:00 p.m. and discovered Schrempp's body.

Schrempp was the last person known to live at the home.

Gleason climbs to even greater heights

Gleason climbs to even greater heights

With the passing this weekend of longtime Shadle coach Linda Sheridan over the weekend, it's easy to be pessimistic about what happens with ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease. Sheridan's battle with the disease was brave, but brief; she passed away less than two years after she was diagnosed. But, there is still hope and promise for those battling this terrible disease. And, a Spokane native is providing that hope.

Steve Gleason keeps doing the unthinkable. Last week, he was in Peru fulflilling a dream to climb at Macu Picchu. Those who know Steve aren't surprised at this incredible feat. Those who don't know him can find hope and inspiration in his mission, whether they have ALS or not.

Click here to read more about Steve's journey and how he's raising awareness of this disease.

Career Fair expands horizon for elementary students

Career Fair expands horizon for elementary students

Students at Bemiss Elementary had the opportunity to explore what they want to be when they grow up. Bemiss hosted their first career fair and all students from kindergarten to sixth grade got to learn about careers ranging from EMT to geologist.

 

Each age group spent a half hour today touring different booths set up and learned about different careers available to them. Kindergarten teacher, Brooke Miller, says they wanted the students to think beyond teacher and police officer and make connections with adults in careers they might not otherwise make.

 

Local buisiness such as STCU and Avista were there, along with nurses, day care teachers, a geologist, photograper, scientits, metoerolgist and a farmer. Each group created an interactive display for the kids to teach them about what their jobs entailed. Students came prepare with questions, asking what they liked about their jobs and what kind of training they needed.