Each year, Settlers’ Day celebrates the individuals and businesses that make significant contributions to Deer Park. This year’s honorees represent deep roots, quiet dedication, and a strong commitment to local service, with each story reflecting the city’s history and ongoing growth.
Starting this Friday, Deer Park’s Settlers Day weekend features many old and new events to keep you hopping around town. People can see a lively parade, rodeo, fire station demonstrations, youth baseball tournaments, and a farm swap. Food vendors, live music, and family-friendly activities throughout the town. Additionally, there’s an opportunity to give back at a Special Olympics fundraiser, complete with water fights involving local fire and law enforcement personnel.
An HVAC failure has temporarily shut down the Deer Park Library building. In the meantime, the library is offering curbside pickup and mobile library visits to keep services available. Full access will resume once repairs are complete.
This April, the Spokane County Library District is turning the page on two pressing issues, literacy and hunger, by launching Library Giving Day and the Bites & Books food drive. These twin campaigns aim to nourish both minds and bodies, ensuring every child in the community has access to books and basic nutrition.
The Miss Deer Park Scholarship Association chose their 71st representatives. The program was rich with poise and promise as six talented young ladies took to the stage. From fitness to composure, they held nothing back while competing to be the face of Deer Park. An image gallery awaits because what’s a royal moment without a little paparazzi?
Miss Deer Park Scholarship Program 2025 has crowned the new royalty representing Deer Park in the coming year. It was a testament to the dedication and perseverance of Deer Park’s young women, highlighting their hard work, determination, and achievements.
The Miss Deer Park Scholarship Program 2025 promises an evening of glamour, talent, and community. It’s not just a competition but a celebration of the collective achievements and aspirations of Deer Park’s young women.
The SCLD Community Art Show is back, inviting artists of all ages to showcase their creativity and love for their community. Free miniature canvases will be available at Spokane County Libraries throughout February. This year’s theme, Celebrate Your Community, encourages participants to highlight what makes their hometown special.
The GreenHouse Food and Clothing is once again adjusting its hours, this time reducing service availability and shifting to an earlier schedule. However, food bank representatives encourage those with scheduling conflicts to reach out for potential accommodations.
Deer Park’s WinterFest 2025 brought the community together with fun traditions like outhouse races, a bustling craft fair, and live music. Check out our online gallery.