October 15, 2024

  • Suspect arrested after standoff

    Allan Gainer, Cheney Free Press | Oct 10, 2024

    CHENEY – Spokane County Sheriff's Office took Shawn Lloyd Kostelec, 47, into custody after a four-hour standoff near W Camden Road on State Highway 904, last Saturday. Kostelec is facing charges of violating a domestic violence protection order and residential burglary, with bail set at $50,000. He is currently held in Spokane County Jail, awaiting a Superior Court appearance on Monday. The victim, Kaci Lee Ann Bailey, is pressing charges against Kostelec. According to the...

  • Ghost in the Patch

    Allan Gainer, Cheney Free Press | Oct 9, 2024

    Opel Martin dresses up to be a ghost in a pumpkin patch. Opel visits Rusty Truck Ranch as they host a 40-acre pumpkin patch just outside of Medical Lake. They are open Friday through Sunday from now until Oct....

  • Police continue death probe

    Clare McGraw, Cheney Free Press | Oct 9, 2024

    CHENEY — A death investigation is currently underway following the discovery of a deceased individual in Cheney. The individual has been identified as Justin Ball, 47, with the cause and manner of death still pending further investigation. Sgt. Zeb Campbell from the Cheney Police Department said the investigation is still active. “The investigation is still ongoing,” he stated. “An autopsy of the deceased was completed yesterday, and next of kin notifications were made.” Authorities emphasize that the case will...

  • Crime rates in state surpass national trends

    Clare McGraw, Valley News Herald | Oct 9, 2024

    SPOKANE – Washington state has seen a significant rise in crime rates over the past five years, with increases in violent crimes, vehicle thefts, and aggravated assaults far outpacing national trends, according to a recent report by the Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs (WASPC). Between 2019 and 2023, murders in Washington increased by 87.4%, more than five times higher than the national rate of 17.2%. The murder rate in the state has risen more than 80% since 2019. Violent crime in Washington has gone...

  • Block printer on artist tour

    Special to the Free Press, Cheney Free Press | Oct 10, 2024

    Editor's note: This is the third in a series of profiles of artists participating in the Slightly West of Spokane Studio Artist Tour set for 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 30. Look for more profiles in upcoming editions of the Cheney Free Press. Cheney Free Press CHENEY - A local block printer will display his works at Stop No. 6 of the Slightly West of Spokane Studio Tour on Nov. 30. Gayle Havercroft will have his works on display along with Rosanne Anderson and Faith King...

  • Records

    Keely Fournier and Clare McGraw, Cheney Free Press | Oct 9, 2024

    Airway Heights Sept. 30 Semaj’a O. Hall was arrested for third-degree assault, disorderly conduct, and first-degree criminal trespassing on the 1200 block of S. Hayford Rd. Oct. 2 James W. Hemmerling was arrested for violating a domestic violence order of protection on the 13600 block of W. Sixth Ave. Abdulla A. Al Swaider was arrested for violating a domestic violence order of protection on the 12800 block of W. 12th Ave. Joseph P. Alderman was arrested for third-degree theft, shoplifting on the 1200 block of S. Hayford...

  • Man killed in Sprague-area crash

    Roger Harnack, Cheney Free Press | Oct 9, 2024

    SPRAGUE — A Spokane Valley man was killed in an early morning crash Saturday, Sept. 28, on Interstate 90. Craig E. Richardt, 61, of Spokane Valley, was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash at 4:42 a.m. near Milepost 236. According to the Washington State Patrol, the crash occurred about 11 miles west of Sprague, near the south end of Sprague Lake in Adams County. Lloyd O. Arbaugh, 89, of Moses Lake, was westbound in a 1999 Dodge Ram pickup when he struck Richardt’s westbound 2009 Toyota Corolla, the patrol...

  • EWU police address drink tampering concerns

    Clare McGraw, Cheney Free Press | Oct 9, 2024

    CHENEY — Eastern Washington University (EWU) police are urging students to be careful regarding their drinks after reports emerged of potential tampering at recent fraternity and sorority parties. The Cheney Police Department is leading the investigation since the incidents occurred off campus, and Chief Jay Day confirmed that EWU police are fully cooperating with their efforts. At this time, there are no updates on the investigation. Chief Day noted that EWU police handled two similar incidents last year, responding with...

  • Police seek information on hit-and-run

    Clare McGraw, Cheney Free Press | Oct 9, 2024

    CHENEY—The Cheney Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a driver involved in a hit-and-run accident that left a pedestrian injured on Saturday evening. The incident occurred on Oct. 5 around 6:45 p.m. at the intersection of 1st Street and College Hill Street. A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle while crossing the street in a marked crosswalk, according to the Cheney Police Department. The vehicle, which was traveling southbound on 1st Street at the time of the collision, did not stop or...

  • Heating costs expected to surge this winter

    CLARE McGRAW, Cheney Free Press | Oct 9, 2024

    SPOKANE COUNTY – Heating costs are projected to rise significantly this winter, with electricity-based heating costs expected to increase by 13.6% compared to 2023, according to Avista Utilities. The company has expanded its My Energy Discount program to help customers, adjusting income requirements so more people can qualify “We’re excited to expand ongoing bill discounts,” said Kelsey Solberg, Avista’s Senior Energy Program Manager. “Nearly 51,000 customers are enrolled, but we estimate another 90,000 may...

  • Tips for avoiding wildfires

    Clare McGraw, Cheney Free Press | Oct 9, 2024

    SPOKANE COUNTY — As fall sets in, it’s an opportune time to focus on wildfire preparedness. Guy Gifford, Assistant Division Manager of the Community Resiliency and Prevention Department with the Department of Natural Resources, offers practical advice to safeguard your home and property. Consult a Firefighter – One of the first steps homeowners can take is to get expert advice from a firefighter. “People can go to wildfireready.com and request a firefighter to come out, no cost, walk the property, and give you...

  • News Briefs

    Allan Gainer and Clare McGraw, Cheney Free Press | Oct 9, 2024

    Police investigating large shoplifting incident CHENEY – Police are investigating a Sept. 25 shoplifting incident involving four suspects who allegedly stole over $1,200 worth of merchandise from a store in the 2700 block of First Street. According to police reports, two men were seen pushing carts full of goods out of the store before loading the items into a white SUV and a silver sedan. The suspects, both described as young Black males in their 20s, fled the scene heading north on 1st Street. The case remains under...

  • $2.2 million for Eastern's clean energy projects

    Clare McGraw, Cheney Free Press | Oct 9, 2024

    CHENEY – Eastern Washington University (EWU) is set to reduce its carbon footprint with the help of a $2.2 million grant from the Washington State Department of Commerce. The funding will support two major clean energy initiatives: a carbon capture system and a solar energy project. Erik Budsberg, EWU’s director of sustainability, highlighted the importance of these projects in reducing the university’s greenhouse gas emissions, much of which stem from the central heating system. “Eastern has a fairly sizable...

  • 'Hawks fall in OT to Shadle Park

    Paul Delaney, Cheney Free Press | Oct 9, 2024

    SPOKANE - What's that saying about "close only counts in...?" The Cheney Blackhawks got close, and in fact led the Shadle Park Highlanders late in the game at ONE Spokane Stadium, Oct. 3 before losing 22-16 in overtime. "We put ourselves a position to win a game," head coach John Graham said. "Now the next step in the program is to win those games. Shadle quarterback Kaden Hooper completed his 198-yard rushing night scoring on an 8-yard run to end it and improve his team's...

  • Driving baseball dreams

    Paul Delaney, Cheney Free Press | Oct 9, 2024

    Stacy Ashcroft took her first “driving test” with the West Plains Little League by becoming a board member a decade ago in 2015. By 2017, the keys to the car were in her hand, and Ashcroft was at the wheel as the organization's president and traveling new roads. "We do not regularly do fundraising, but after last year our board is getting a little bit more active and we're getting more ideas flowing," Ashcroft said. The effort to raise at least $8,000 — but more is always welcome — will fund a variety of field...

  • Cheney runners win 509

    Paul Delaney, Cheney Free Press | Oct 10, 2024

    SPOKANE - As the calendar pages turn and postseason looms, Cheney head cross country coach Derek Slaughter is seeing a better picture of that future. The Blackhawks warmed up for that by earning wins at a Greater Spokane League triple-dual, Oct. 3 and scoring solid finishes in the Battle of the 509, Oct. 5. Cheney boys had it easy at home with wins over University (19-58) and Shadle Park (19-63) where the Blackhawks took all but one of the top-eight spots. On the girls' side,...

  • Liberty wins homecoming with shut-out

    Allan Gainer, Cheney Free Press | Oct 9, 2024

    SPANGLE – Liberty Lancers wins their homecoming game against Davenport Gorillas, 18-0 last Friday night. Liberty Coleman Tee ran for eight yards to score the first touchdown of the night as Viliami Finau kicked the extra point in the first quarter putting the score at 7-0. Prior to the ending of the second quarter, Liberty defense scored a safety by sacking the ball carrier behind the goal line. The half-time score was 9-0. The third quarter was scoreless for both teams....

  • Cross country coaches release update poll

    Cheney Free Press | Oct 9, 2024

    SPOKANE — Cross country team rankings for Week 5 are: Boys 3A 1. Mercer Island 2. Seattle Prep 3. Mount Spokane 4. Central Kitsap 5. Cheney 6. Gig Harbor 7. Shorewood 8. Hermiston 9. Central Valley 10. Bishop Blanchet Others Franklin, North Central, Lakes, Bellarmine Prep Boys 1A 1. Cedar Park Christian 2. Bush 3. La Center 4. Vashon Island 5. South Whidbey 6. Meridian 7. King's 8. East Jefferson 9. Lakeside (Nine Mile Falls) 10. Medical Lake Others Klahowya, Colville Girls 1A 1. Cedar Park Christian 2. Lakeside (Nine...

  • Sports Briefs

    Paul Delaney, Cheney Free Press | Oct 9, 2024

    Football Eastern off to Sacramento CHENEY – Now out of the bye week, Eastern is refocused as they enter the heart of its Big Sky schedule. EWU will be in Sacramento to face the No. 18/20 ranked Hornets with kickoff at 6 p.m. The game will be streamed live on ESPN+. Catch the action live on 700 ESPN and the Varsity App with voices of the Eagles, Larry Weir and Paul Sorensen. Eastern is 1-4 and 0-1 in conference through six weeks of the season. Sac. St. is also coming off a bye with a 2-3 overall record and 0-1 in...

  • Eagles close strong in Tri-State Invite

    Allan Gainer, Cheney Free Press | Oct 9, 2024

    SPOKANE — The Eastern Washington University women’s golf team wrapped up its final home event of the 2024- 25 season with a solid performance at the TriState Invitational, securing second place on the team leader-board. The Eagles finished with a team score of 596 (+20), climbing past Big Sky rival Montana (598) after shooting an impressive 293 (+5) in the second round. “I’m pleased with how the team performed today,” said head coach Brenda Howe. “The ladies posted the lowest round of the day, which is...

  • Hall of Fame induction set

    Paul Delaney, Cheney Free Press | Oct 9, 2024

    CHENEY — After a five-year hiatus, Eastern Washington University will honor six former student-athletes on Oct. 19 as the 20th class of inductees into the Eastern Athletics Hall of Fame taking place in conjunction with EWU's football game versus UC Davis at Roos Field in Cheney, Wash. Breakfast will begin at 8 a.m. in the Pence Union Building with the induction ceremony at 8:45 AM. Tickets for the event are now available for $35 per attendee. The inductees of the 20th class of the EWU Athletics Hall of Fame include:...

  • Timberwolves upended

    Teaire Baier, Cheney Free Press | Oct 10, 2024

    Sophomore running back Ty Weldy is upended Friday night, Oct. 4, during the Tekoa-Rosalia homecoming game against visiting Waitsburg. The Cardinals won, 14-6, scoring the winning TD in Rosalia with only a minute and a half left in the game. At halftime, both Tekoa and Rosalia High Schools' homecoming royalty were...

  • Scores

    Paul Delaney, Cheney Free Press | Oct 9, 2024

    Slow Pitch Oct. 1, Deer Park 7, Cheney 4 Oct. 3, Mt. Spokane 18, Cheney 1 Oct. 7, Lewis and Clark 19, Cheney 6 Volleyball Oct. 1, West Valley 3, Medical Lake 0 Oct. 1, Lind-Ritzville-Sprague 3, Liberty 2 Oct. 2, Medical Lake 3, Chewelah 0 Oct. 3, Liberty 3, Colfax 2 Oct. 5, Omak 3, Medical Lake 0 Oct. 5, Liberty 3, Rosalia...

  • Liberty girls race into fourth place

    Allan Gainer, Cheney Free Press | Oct 9, 2024

    FREEMAN – The Liberty Lancers girls' cross country team finished strong, securing fourth place with 82 points at the Northeast cross country meet held at the high school last Tuesday afternoon. Leading the way for the girls was Allison Hanegan, who achieved an impressive fourth place in the 5,000 meters, clocking in at 22:33.80 among 38 competitors. On the boys' side, her brother Michell Hanegan finished as the top Lancer, taking eleventh place with a time of 18:36.20 out of 77 runners. Other notable performances from the...

  • Eastern basketball opens Oct 16

    Paul Delaney, Cheney Free Press | Oct 11, 2024

    CHENEY — It’s October and that means basketball season is almost here. And for the second consecutive season, Eastern Washington will host Eagle MadNest on Wednesday, October 16 at 6:30 p.m. EWU men’s and women’s basketball will be joined by wheelchair basketball at Reese Court. Eagle MadNest is a high-energy celebration to kick off the basketball season on the brand new Reese Court floor. The night includes team introductions, games, giveaways, skills competition, 3-point contest and the dunk contest to close out...

  • Pumpkin patch owners brings fall festivities

    Allan Gainer, Cheney Free Press | Oct 10, 2024

    MEDICAL LAKE – Rusty Ranch, located just outside of the city, is hosting its annual pumpkin patch on Fridays through Sundays until Oct. 27. Last year, the fall attraction drew over 10,000 visitors, according to co-owner Jamie Clark, who runs the farm with her husband, Matt Clark. The Clarks' dream of raising their children on a farm led them to this venture, despite neither having a strong farming background. "Matt has a little experience, but I didn't," Jamie explained....

  • Free Press dominates photo awards

    Roger Harnack, Cheney Free Press | Oct 9, 2024

    OLYMPIA — Free Press Publishing staffers and contributors dominated the photography category for newspapers its size in the annual state Better Newspaper Contest. In addition, graphic designers and reporters won multiple awards for their work over the year spanning April 1, 2023, through March 31, 2024. The awards were presented Saturday evening, Oct. 5, at Indian Summer Golf and Country Club during the Washington Newspaper Publishers Association annual gala and meeting. During the awards banquet, Free Press photos stole...

  • Welcome to the senior class of 2025

    Keely Fournier, Cheney Free Press | Oct 9, 2024

    We made it! My name is Keely Fournier and I’m a senior at Rosalia High School as well as a sophomore at Eastern Washington University. Welcome to the Senior Journal where I will be discussing the challenges that we seniors face including community service hours, senior projects, college applications, fund raising, and everything in between. This is one of the most stressful years we will face in our teenage years, but also one of the best. It is the year where we grow into adulthood, learn lifelong lessons, and make...

  • Cheney High Hall of Fame inductees inagurated

    Allan Gainer, Cheney Free Press | Oct 9, 2024

    CHENEY – Cheney High School will induct their first eight Blackhawks into the Hall of Fame inductees on Oct. 17 at 6 p.m. in the high school auditorium. This class consist of Tom Oswald, class of ‘66, Brian Quinett, class of ‘84, Steve Emtman, Class of ‘88, Launi Meili, class of ‘81, Ryan Gray, Class of ‘01, Michael P. Anderson, Class of ‘77, Sandy Williams, Class of ‘79 and Terri Schmitt. Each person was nominated by alumni and had to have other qualities as well. Not only do they need to graduate from...

  • Royal Court

    TeAire Baier, Cheney Free Press | Oct 10, 2024

    The Rosalia High School Homecoming royal court were recognized Friday night, Oct. 4, during halftime of the football game against the visiting Waitsburg Cardinals. From left, Rosalia royalty comprises, senior Queen and King Briley Smith and Westley Bryan, juniors Nevaeh Stevens and Soren Braun, sophomores Melaina Bryan and Skyler Claffey, and fresmen Lyrah Lindhag and Liam Freidt. Rosalia partners with Tekoa High School for sports; their combined Timberwolves team...

  • Here a Pumpkin, There a Pumpkin

    Margaret A. Swenson, Cheney Free Press | Oct 9, 2024

    October 2024 Out in the garden pumpkins are ripe Their orange skin’s ready regardless of type. Round ones and flat ones and some that are white All hoping for faces that October Night. Some sport goose bumps and stripes of bright green Others so large Peter Pumpkin Eater’s wife can be seen. Like stars in the moonlight upon the cold land Tiny ones, too, fit the palm of my hand. Fairies and witches and creatures that roar Run through the town and knock on my door. I’ll try to appease them with candy and treats And wish...

  • There's no doubt community newspapers still matter

    Roger Harnack | Oct 9, 2024

    Sure, big city media printing the same diatribe you see on television is declining. (That’s because the city media moguls have forgotten their place in society.) And sure, with the Googles of the world, cellphones and social media have impacted our advertising, which, by the way is how we pay our bills. But in our community newspapers, we haven’t forgotten our place. Our reporters shop in the same stores, eat in the same restaurants and attend the same community functions...

  • Schools cash rich, but grade poor

    Liv Finne, Cheney Free Press | Oct 9, 2024

    Recently, state schools superintendent Chris Reykdal announced that he plans to ask the legislature for another $2.9 billion for public education. This would be on top of the current $20.1 billion education budget. Like the changing leaves of Fall, every year around this time Reykdal asks for more money. Let’s ask ourselves, Will pouring in more money make a difference to children? The data shows the answer is “No.” For years the state has increased education spending, and the result has been declining academic...

  • September Kay (Jackson) Bustamante

    Special to the Free Press, Cheney Free Press | Oct 9, 2024

    September Bustamante passed away suddenly Sept. 21, 2024, in her home in Yorktown, Va. Born Jan. 31, 1978, in Spokane, Wash. to Bill and Kellie Jackson, September attended Sunset Elementary School in Airway Heights, Cheney Middle School and Cheney High School, graduating in 1997. September and her husband, Sam, met while he was stationed at Fairchild Air Force Base. They were married in 1997. Their married life took them to various bases. They enjoyed their many adventures....

  • NOTICE TO CREDITORS

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press | Oct 14, 2024

    NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF SPOKANE No. 24-4-02062-32 In the Matter of the Estate of SUSAN R. EMRY, Deceased. The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this Estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Personal...

  • PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press | Oct 14, 2024

    PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Superior court, spokane County, washington Case No.: 24-4-02037-32 In the Matter of the Estate of: MICHAEL L. MCKERIGAN, Deceased. The personal representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the personal representative or the...

  • PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press | Oct 14, 2024

    PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR SPOKANE COUNTY NO. 24-4-02056-32 In the Matter of the Estate of Denise K. Brown, Deceased. The Personal Representative, Michael E. Brown has been appointed as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing either to the...

  • PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press | Oct 14, 2024

    PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 SUPERIOR COURT, STATE OF WASHINGTON, SPOKANE COUNTY NO. 24-4-02068-32 In the Matter of the Estate of: DAVID W. ANDERSON, Deceased. The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time such claims would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner provided by RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Personal...

  • NOTICE TO CREDITORS

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press | Oct 14, 2024

    NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF SPOKANE NO. 24-4-02059-32 In Re The Matter of the Estate of: JAMES F. McBRIDE, Deceased. The Personal Administrator named below has been appointed and has qualified as Personal Administrator of the estate. Persons having claims against the deceased must, prior to the time such claims would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, serve their claims on the Personal Representative or on the attorney of record at...

  • NOTICE OF ORDINANCE PASSED BY MEDICAL LAKE CITY COUNCIL

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press | Oct 14, 2024

    NOTICE OF ORDINANCE PASSED BY MEDICAL LAKE CITY COUNCIL The following is the title and summary of Ordinance No. 1128 passed by the City of Medical Lake City Council on the 1ST day of October 2024. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MEDICAL LAKE, SPOKANE COUNTY, WASHINGTON, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 1120, §1 (2023) AND THE 2024 FINAL BUDGET; PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF AND OTHER MATTERS PROPERLY RELATED THERETO. The introductory paragraphs address the adoption of Ordinance No. 1120 providing for the...

  • NOTICE TO CREDITORS

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press | Oct 14, 2024

    NOTICE TO CREDITORS SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON COUNTY OF SPOKANE No. 24-4-02091-32 In re the Estate of: DENNIS POWELL ROBERTS Deceased. The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this Estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Personal Representative or the Personal...

  • NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press | Oct 14, 2024

    NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TS No. 168071 Grantor: Meagan M. Sederstrom, A Single Woman Current beneficiary of the deed of trust: U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACTY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCAF ACQUISITION TRUST Current trustees of the deed of trust: The Mortgage Law Firm, PLLC Current mortgage servicer of the deed of trust: Selene Finance, LP Reference number of the deed of trust: 6141369 Parcel number(s): 34043.2520 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee will, on...

  • NOTICE TO CREDITORS

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press | Oct 14, 2024

    NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF SPOKANE Case No.: 24-4-01815-32 In Re the Estate of: DEANNA GAIL GUDE, Deceased. The person named below has been appointed and has qualified as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Personal...

  • Probate Notice to Creditors

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press | Oct 14, 2024

    Probate Notice to Creditors RCW 11.40.030 SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR SPOKANE COUNTY NO. 24-4-01580-32 Estate of CHARLES A. CROCKETT, Deceased PLEASE TAKE NOTICE The above Court has appointed Daniel M. Broda as Personal Representative of Decedent’s estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must present the claim: (a) before the time when the claim would be barred by any applicable statute of limitations, and (b) in the manner provided in RCW 11.40.070: (i) by filing the original of the claim with the...

  • ABANDONED AUTO AUCTION

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press | Oct 14, 2024

    ABANDONED AUTO AUCTION Rogers Towing & Recovery LLC 14403 W. Lance Hill Rd., Cheney, WA 99004 Date: 10/14/24 Time:9AM 00 Chevrolet 10 Dodge [email protected] (509)235-842 Published October 10,...

  • PUBLIC NOTICE CITY OF CHENEY, PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT, CHENEY, WA

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press | Oct 14, 2024

    PUBLIC NOTICE CITY OF CHENEY, PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT, CHENEY, WA ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Notice is hereby given that the City of Cheney (City), Spokane County, Washington, will accept sealed bids for construction of a Reclaimed Water Distribution System. Description of Work: This work is for the installation of a reclaimed water transmission pipeline and fiber optic cable, valve vaults, pipe fittings and valves, and field instrumentation and controls. The work is to be performed between November 2024 and January 2026....

  • NOTICE TO CREDITORS

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press | Oct 14, 2024

    NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON N AND FOR THE COUNTY OF SPOKANE Case No.: 24-4-02102-32 In the Matter of the Estate of: THOMAS B. LANES, Deceased. The person named below has been appointed and has qualified as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or...

  • NOTICE OF VACANCY AND SUCCESSION OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press | Oct 14, 2024

    NOTICE OF VACANCY AND SUCCESSION OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE RCW 11.40.150 SUPERIOR COURT, STATE OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF SPOKANE NO. 24-4-00108-32 In Re the Estate of: Kenneth R. Peterson, Deceased. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, Christine T. Silver, Personal Representative of the Estate of KENNETH R. PETERSON, died on September 9, 2024. TIMOTHY S. PETERSON was appointed Successor Personal Representative and qualified to serve on October 1, 2024, Nowith the issuance of Letters Testamentary. Prior to her death, Christine T. Silver...

  • SUMMONS FOR PUBLICATION

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press | Oct 14, 2024

    SUMMONS FOR PUBLICATION (60 DAYS) IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR SPOKANE COUNTY Case No.: 24-2-02825-32 LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC, Plaintiff, v. LISA F. BECKER-DEARTH, a married woman as her separate estate, Defendant. SUMMONS FOR PUBLICATION (60 DAYS) TO THE DEFENDANT/RESPONDENT(S) LISA F. BECKER-DEARTH, a married woman as her separate estate: You are hereby summoned to appear within sixty days after the date of the first publication of this summons, to wit, within sixty days after the 10th...

  • PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press | Oct 14, 2024

    PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS SUPERIOR COURT, STATE OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF SPOKANE No. 24-4-02018-32 In the Estate of: DOMINGO CUNANAN JR. Deceased. The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the personal representative or the...

  • PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press | Oct 14, 2024

    PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR SPOKANE COUNTY Case No. 24-4-02020-32 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ROSEMARY C. LONG, Deceased. Stephen Michael Simpson., has been appointed as Administrator of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Administrator or the...

  • PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press | Oct 14, 2024

    PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS SUPERIOR COURT, STATE OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF SPOKANE No. 24-4-02019-32 In the Estate of: THOMAS D. MAHONY Deceased. The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the personal representative or the personal...

  • PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press | Oct 14, 2024

    PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT FOR THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF SPOKANE No.24-4-01906-32 In the Matter of the Estate of BEVERLY J. CHAPMAN, Deceased. The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or...

  • NON-PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press | Oct 14, 2024

    NON-PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT FOR THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF SPOKANE No. 24-4-02015-32 In the Matter of the Estate of CLAY GEORGE SIMONS, III, Deceased. The notice agent named below has elected to give notice to creditors of the above-named decedent. As of the date of the filing of a copy of this notice with the Court, the notice agent has no knowledge of any other person acting as notice agent or of the appointment of a personal representative of the decedent’s...

  • PUBLIC NOTICE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENTS ACCEPTED

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press | Oct 14, 2024

    PUBLIC NOTICE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENTS ACCEPTED Washington State law states that the City of Cheney may consider amendments to the Comprehensive Plan no more frequently than once a year. The Cheney Planning Department will accept proposals on Comprehensive Plan amendments beginning October 1, 2024 and continuing through 5:00 p.m. on Friday, November 15, 2024, for consideration during 2025. After this date, no other proposals will be accepted until next year. All applications for Comprehensive Plan Amendments must be...

  • PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press | Oct 14, 2024

    PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 SUPERIOR COURT, STATE OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF SPOKANE NO. 24-4-01981-32 In the Matter of the Estate of: BEVERLY J. HAINES, Deceased. The personal representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the personal...

  • PUBLIC NOTICE CITY OF MEDICAL LAKE

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press | Oct 14, 2024

    PUBLIC NOTICE CITY OF MEDICAL LAKE Spokane County, Washington Sealed bids for: LAKE ST. ADA UPGRADES - 2025 Will be received by The City of Medical Lake at the City’s Maintenance Bldg. at 851 S. Lefevre St. until 2:00 p.m., October 24, 2024, and at that time publicly opened and read aloud. One Contract is proposed for the entire work. The proposed work includes: The removal of existing pavement and concrete, curb and curb & gutter, along with the installation of new curb and curb & gutter, curb ramps, driveway entrances,...

  • PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press | Oct 14, 2024

    PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Superior court, spokane County, washington Case No.: 24-4-01966-32 In the Matter of the Estate of: BRUCE W. HARALA, Deceased. The personal representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the personal representative or the...

  • PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press | Oct 14, 2024

    PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 SUPERIOR COURT, STATE OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF SPOKANE NO.24-4-01954-32 In Re the Estate of: Luke A. McCandless, Deceased. The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Personal...

  • PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press | Oct 14, 2024

    PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 SUPERIOR COURT, STATE OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF SPOKANE NO. 24-4-01963-32 In the Matter of the Estate of: KATHERINE L. THOMPSON Deceased. The personal representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the personal...

  • PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press | Oct 14, 2024

    PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 SUPERIOR COURT, STATE OF WASHINGTON COUNTY OF SPOKANE NO. 24-4-01962-32 In the Matter of the Estate of: ) LYNN P. MURPHY, Deceased. The Administrator named below has been appointed as Administrator of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Administrator or the...

  • NOTICE TO CREDITORS

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press | Oct 14, 2024

    NOTICE TO CREDITORS SUPERIOR COURT, STATE OF WASHINGTON, SPOKANE COUNTY NO. 24-4-01877-32 In the Matter of the Estate of: GENEVA M. GREEVES, Deceased. The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time such claims would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner provided by RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Personal Representative or the...

  • NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION OF CORPORATION CREDITORS NOTICE

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press | Oct 14, 2024

    NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION OF CORPORATION CREDITORS NOTICE The sole director and president named below has elected to give notice to creditors of JATA Enterprises, Inc, (the “Corporation”) as of the 1st day of September, 2024. Any person having a claim against the Corporation for a debt due and owing must, before the time the claim would be barred for untimely assertion in accordance with RCW 23B et al., present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 23B.14.030. The claim shall be sent to c/o Steven O. Anderson,...

  • NOTICE TO CREDITORS

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press | Oct 14, 2024

    NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF SPOKANE NO. 24-4-01780-32 In the Matter of the Estate of CHARLES EDWARD HAYDEN, Deceased. The personal representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the...

  • NOTICE TO CREDITORS

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press | Oct 14, 2024

    NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) SUPERIOR COURT, STATE OF WASHINGTON, SPOKANE COUNTY No. 24-4-01950-32 In the Matter of the Estate of: KEVIN L. HALL, Deceased. The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent that arose before the decedent’s death must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on...

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