Norah McLaughlin

Norah McLaughlin is a sophomore at Whitworth University studying journalism and media studies. She is an associate editor for the university’s newspaper The Whitworthian, as well as a member of the nationally-ranked forensics team. She is excited to get out into the community to build connections and gain more experience in news writing.

Heavy metal meets nature worship at Cascadian Midsummer Festival in Pe Ell

The Cascadian Midsummer Festival returns to Pe Ell with music, workshops, storytelling and nature-centered spirituality celebrating the summer solstice.

Sravasti Abbey to host compassion training program open to non-Buddhists

A training at Sravasti Abbey April 25-28 will teach stress management, empathy and resilience through a program rooted in Tibetan Buddhist tradition.

Spokane’s first Black Earth Day brings together land, food and community healing

Black Earth Day: Bringing Spokane residents together for a free event centered on environmental justice, food access and land stewardship.

At Gonzaga lecture Washington Lands commissioner urges faith, values-based approach to climate crisis

Washington State Commissioner of Public Lands Dave Upthegrove urged conservation, restoration and hope as guiding values in addressing climate change during a Gonzaga University lecture series on environmental stewardship.

Spokane community gathers to honor monks’ 2,300-mile peace walk

A retired GU professor joined Buddhist monks on their 2,300-mile peace walk from Texas to D.C., inspiring Spokane residents to celebrate with their own walk.

Spokane Winterfest offers free activities, community connections for families Jan. 30

Launch Northwest and Spokane Public Schools will host Northwest Winterfest on Jan. 30, offering free activities, performances and community connections.

Nearly 1,000 Lewis and Clark students walk out in protest of ICE operations

Hundreds of Spokane high school students staged walkouts to protest ICE actions, honor victims, and call attention to immigration and human rights concerns.

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