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On Monday, Spokane Parks and Recreation begins Mobile Recreation: a program inviting local youth to get out and play in a variety of free activities in parks throughout the city.They aim to offer safe, local, free programs that allow kids to go outside and be active with their peers throughout the summer months. The events feature both active and passive recreation opportunities, all following a weekly theme.There is no check-in or check-out participants can come by any time during Mobile Recreation hours.Mobile Recreation operates June 17 through August 22, Mondays through Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.Park Locations:Mondays: Grant Park1015 S. Arthur St.Tuesdays: Friendship Park631 E. Greta Ave.Wednesdays: A.M. Cannon Park1511 N. Elm St.Thursdays: Cannon Hill Park1831 W. 19th Ave. Catch up on the days news and look ahead to tomorrow by signing up for the Daily Local email newsletter from KXLY4. Headlines, events, and staff picks every weeknight at 8 p.m. Sign up HERE to get your news on the D.L.

There was a time, not long ago, that the future of Vets Garage was uncertain. Last year, the nonprofit was renting a shop near downtown Spokane, searching for a new place to settle. The group found a place to rent in Hillyard, but with the change came some challenges. Dave Bond is a Marine Corp veteran who teaches and relies on Vets Garage. He said he enjoys working with other veterans on special projects. We kind of knew each other. We understand each others quirks, Bond said. Theres a lot more discipline and people are here to seriously learn, Bond said. The nonprofit offers classes in integrated health, like creative writing and Tai Chi. There are woodworking courses and other chances to learn how to use the computer numeric controlled router machine CNC.Theyre not just learning new trades at Vets Garage, theyre learning how to live after surviving war. Director Rich Baker said Vets Garage is a safe space to figure out how to move forward. Part of what Vets Garage is about is kind of reintegrating the veterans into civilian life, to try and make sure they have something to do while processing through PTSD and also to kind of give them a trade, Baker said. Even though the nonprofits space looks different than it did a year ago, the goal remains the same.Theres something out there for them who cares about knowing what they go through, Baker said.But to do that work, they have to first pay the rent.Vets Garage didnt have that bill at their last rental, but they do now. Thats why theyve started a paid membership program. Thats open to both veterans and civilians. Vets pay $30 per month to use the space and everyone else pays $40.But, many of their past clients dont know theyve moved or have a hard time getting to Hillyard. Thats why Baker said they need support now, more than ever.This is a program for us as veterans. The vets need to step up because if they dont, the doors are going to close, Baker said.Nonprofit leaders are doing all they can to make sure that doesnt happen. They encourage anyone who wants to get involve to join their membership program, donate time, money or supplies.Vets Garage is now located at 3915 E Francis Avenue, Suite C10. Call 509-919-3176 for more information or visit www.vetsgaragespokane.com. Catch up on the days news and look ahead to tomorrow by signing up for the Daily Local email newsletter from KXLY4. Headlines, events, and staff picks every weeknight at 8 p.m. Sign up HERE to get your news on the D.L.

A new scam is targeting some of the most vulnerable people: the parents of missing children, KMGH in Denver reported.Rick and Booja Jain say their 15-year -old son Ritesh went missing Sunday. They searched for hours and the next day received a disturbing text message.This is to let your know that Ritesh was kidnapped by myself and my men. You are warned not to tell anyone or the cops about this or he dies, the message read.The alleged kidnappers demanded $4,000.The family called police and learned this was nothing more than a scam.They said, This is nothing big, people got your number off the way you were advertising and thats probably whats happening, they are trying to get money from you. I can assure you they dont have your child, Rick Jain said.Like many parents of missing children, the Jains posted on Facebook and other social media sites looking for help finding their son. Police believe thats exactly how these scammers are finding their victims.You dont take advantage of people while they are down, thats exactly what they are doing. Were desperate, we are willing to do anything to get our son back we have been day and night looking for him, he said.Ritesh was found and is home with his family. But his father is shocked how low-life thieves will go to take advantage of people.If he would have sent me a picture or he would have sent me what clothes he was wearing or anything I wouldnt have paid them and he did not.

Angel Dwyers family came to North Idaho for the beautiful log cabin home they were able to buy in the middle of nowhere, not too far from the pristine waters of Priest Lake.

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