Good morning, this is your Spokane Local Frequency for Thursday, March 27, 2025.Spokane is buzzing with excitement as the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament comes to town. The Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena is nearly sold out for this weekend's regional games, with eight teams battling it out for a chance to advance to the Women's Final Four. Basketball fans can also join in the festivities at the Spokane Sports Fan Fest Block Party happening tomorrow. This free event will feature a live DJ, food vendors, face painting, and interactive experiences celebrating women in sports.In local government news, the Spokane City Council recently approved an interim zoning ordinance to eliminate building height limits in downtown Spokane. This move aims to encourage development and growth in the city center. Meanwhile, the Climate Resiliency and Sustainability Board has recommended that the City Council ask voters to rejoin the Spokane County Aquifer Protection Area, signaling a renewed focus on environmental issues.For those looking to enjoy the unseasonably warm weather, today's forecast calls for high temperatures reaching into the 70s, potentially breaking daily and monthly records. It's a perfect day to explore one of Spokane's many parks or take a stroll along the Centennial Trail.Art enthusiasts won't want to miss the ongoing "Samurai, Sunrise, Sunset" exhibit at the Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture, running through June 1st. The museum is also featuring works by local artists Melissa Dingfield and Megan Perkins in their "Two Views of Spokane" exhibition.Theater lovers can catch "The Wolves" at the Spokane Civic Theatre, playing through March 30th. This coming-of-age story follows a girls' indoor soccer team as they navigate life's challenges both on and off the field.Looking ahead to the weekend, the 64th Annual Gem & Mineral Show kicks off tomorrow at the Spokane County Fair & Expo Center. This popular event brings dealers from across the nation to showcase fossils, crystals, minerals, gems, and jewelry.Music fans can look forward to Youth Lagoon performing tonight at the Knitting Factory as part of their "Rarely Do I Dream Tour." The indie rock act is sure to deliver a memorable performance for concertgoers.This has been Spokane Local Frequency. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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