USDA Pushes Export Growth Amid Trade Challenges | Spokane News

Shooting at Seattle Center Festival | Spokane News

A shooting at Seattle Center’s Bite of Seattle festival turned a festive evening into chaos, leaving seven injured and three dead — including two at the scene and one at Harborview. What was meant to be a joyful celebration for 100,000 daily attendees became a nightmare, with victims of all ages and varying injuries. Among them, a two-year-old survived in good condition, while others like a 39-year-old woman and a 23-year-old man were discharged — but the loss of life casts a heavy shadow over the event. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/f7013ab2ced5aabb

Five Years Without Michael Vaughan | Spokane News

Five years after five-year-old Michael Vaughan vanished from his Idaho neighborhood, his family still waits for answers — and for his return. Despite a massive search and eventual conclusion that he was abducted, the case took a shocking turn when Sarah Wondra was arrested for failing to report a death, even though Michael’s body was never found. Nearly three years later, Michael’s ex-stepfather, Stacey Wondra, was formally charged with murder, kidnapping, and destruction of evidence. Now, his trial is set to begin — but Michael remains missing, and his family’s plea echoes louder than ever: don’t forget him. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/3ea2aa9e361bf5c3

Preseason Hype and Comeback Wins | Spokane News

The NFL preseason is heating up with oddsmakers already eyeing one team as the repeat champion, while college football kicks off with Montana State dominating preseason honors. In baseball, the Mariners are riding a clutch Dom Canzone homer to break a losing streak, and local teams like Spokane Indians and Eastern Washington are making waves with standout performances. Meanwhile, Pogačar claims Tour de France glory, and the PGA Tour settles into its summer lull with lingering storylines. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/757341a09cdf1db4

Why Everyone’s Calling Everyone 'Guys' | Spokane News

Why is “guys” suddenly everywhere—even when addressing women or mixed groups? It’s a linguistic throwback that’s baffling everyone, from etiquette expert Miss Manners to everyday folks. Once we embraced inclusive titles like “firefighter,” now we’re defaulting to “guys,” which doesn’t fit half the time. It’s a weird, awkward pivot in how we talk to each other—almost like we’re trying to bridge formal and casual with one word. Language’s always evolving, but this one’s got everyone scratching their heads. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/91f64311bd90fd33

From Hospital Bed to Mountain Pass | Spokane News

Brent Oliver, a 20-year-old paralyzed by a spinal cord injury, defied doctors’ odds by walking again—then conquered mountain passes in his 1978 Land Cruiser, even solo across snow-covered Mosquito Pass. Now, with a deteriorating spinal cord, he’s building a foundation to empower others, coaching wheelchair basketball, and mentoring survivors—proving that a diagnosis isn’t destiny. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/2e24b021f26652ea