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CHENEY – In a collaborative effort that underscores their shared dedication to education, the Cheney Education Association and the Cheney School District have reached a tentative agreement. This crucial development comes as the district prepares to welcome students back for the upcoming school year. The agreement, announced jointly by Cheney Education Association President Meridth Lemelin and Cheney Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Ben Ferney, results from extensive negotiations to address the needs of students, staff, a...
CHENEY – On Thursday, the Washington Secretary of State’s Office certified the results of the state’s August 6 primary and announced a hand recount for the lands commissioner race. With around 1.9 million voters participating, the primary covered various open seats from statewide to local levels. The lands commissioner race has produced an exceptionally narrow result, marking the closest second-place finish in Washington’s statewide primary history. In the 2024 primary...
CHENEY – Cheney's food scene is about to get a boost with the opening of a new Korean BBQ restaurant this week in downtown. Wings Pan, the brainchild of Augy Park, offers a menu featuring handcrafted Buffalo wings, Korean fried chicken, Bulgogi (Korean BBQ) bowls, and more. "I have been developing the perfect chicken wings for two years," said Park, the owner of Wings Pan. Inspired by Buffalo Joe's in Chicago, known for its iconic wings that draw people from miles around, a...
MEDICAL LAKE – The Blue Waters Bluegrass Festival began with modest roots, echoing the early days when Bill Monroe first introduced Bluegrass to the world. In 2002, a dedicated group of local residents dreamed of bringing a Bluegrass festival to the West Plains, despite some skepticism about the genre's appeal in their area. The driving force behind this vision was Denny Johnson of Denny Harvest Foods, who provided the initial funding to get the festival started. The inaugural...
FAIRCHILD AIR FORCE BASE – The 92nd Air Refueling Wing was honored with the 2023 Omaha Trophy in the Global Operations category during a ceremony here Aug. 7. U.S. Air Force Gen. Anthony Cotton, the commander of U.S. Strategic Command, presented the award to the wing for its exceptional performance and contributions to global operations. The 92nd Air Refueling Wing played a pivotal role in the world's largest air refueling mission, a critical operation that underpinned the P...
Rock Ridge's Banjo player Dale Adkins, guitar player and singer Josie Grant and mandolin player Josh Adkins jam through a rhythmic tune that had a few spectators dancing at the annual Blue Waters Bluegrass Festival last weekend. The festival highlighted bluegrass players across the country as well as local talent who took the stage and performed before bluegrass enthusiast. The festival also highlighted a farmers market and other events for kids of all ages. See Page A8 for...
CHENEY — Both Airway Heights public safety levy and Cheney’s Fire Department Emergency Medical Service levy have gained more ground since election day last week at 627-580 and 1,523-430 respectively. If it holds, Airway Heights will be able to employ more police officers and equipment to handle the rise of crime by 133% in the last five years. Cheney Fire Department will be able to continue servicing the community with medical assistance on their calls. In contrast with the successes of the two levies, the 2024 primary ele...
CHENEY – The city is restricting outdoor recreational fires and open burning. The city defines recreational fires as any outdoor fire that does not use a chimney, such as those in backyard fire pits or campfires using chopped firewood or charcoal. City officials said all open burning, including of fields or yard waste, is prohibited. However, manufactured portable outdoor devices like fireplaces, chimneys, barbecues, and patio warmers are allowed — if used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Approved fuels...
CHENEY – Local teachers were planning a rally Tuesday afternoon to put pressure on School District officials to come to an agreement on a contract. The protest was set to begin at 1:15 p.m. in front of Cheney Middle School; the newspaper went to press before the event began. School District officials were unable to be reached for comment on deadline. Cheney Education Association union officials and School District leaders have been meeting since May to negotiate a new collective bargaining agreement for the 2024-25 school y...
OLYMPIA – The state Department of Ecology honored three area wastewater treatment plants with Outstanding Performance Awards last week. The recipients include Cheney Wastewater Treatment Plant, Fairchild Mobile Home Community Wastewater Treatment Plant and Liberty School District #362 Wastewater Treatment Plant. Statewide, more than 300 wastewater treatment plants are maintaining the health of rivers, lakes, wetlands and Puget Sound, Ecology officials said. These facilities manage the waste generated by homes and b...
Teachers credit union buys Community Bank LIBERTY LAKE – Spokane Teachers Credit Union have enter into purchase and assumption agreement to acquire and assume substantially all the assets and liabilities of Community Bank, last Tuesday. Community Bank has 10 branches in Wallowa, Union, Umatilla and Baker counties in Oregon and Walla Walla and Asotin Counties in Washington along with $550 million in total assets. If approved by the regulatory agencies, all Community Bank branches would transfer to STCU and become part of i...
MEDICAL LAKE – Last weekend, Waterfront Park hosted a gathering of bluegrass enthusiasts who traveled from near and far to enjoy performances by eight bluegrass bands from across the country at the Blue Waters Annual Bluegrass Festival. The festival brought a wealth of surprises, with a bustling crowd of campers and attendees soaking in hours of bluegrass music throughout the weekend. Notable bands that traveled long distances included New Dangerfield with their distinctive b...
CHENEY – The region experienced its fourth-highest recorded temperature Friday, Aug. 2, hitting 105 degrees amidst what has been declared the hottest July on record, according to the National Weather Service for Spokane. July 21 alone saw the mercury rise to 107 degrees, contributing to the overall scorching month, now noted as the hottest since Spokane temperature records began in 1881, the National Weather Service reported. From July 1-24, temperatures consistently ran well-above average, with 14 days surpassing norms by a...
AIRWAY HEIGHTS – Spokane Valley Major Crimes Detectives, with support from the U.S. Marshals Pacific Northwest Violent Offender Task Force (PNVOTF), apprehended Kevin W. Nichols, 40, a repeat felon with eight prior convictions, on Aug. 1. Nichols faces multiple charges including second-degree assault with a deadly weapon, drive-by shooting, harassment with threats to kill, and two counts of reckless endangerment. Detectives obtained a felony arrest warrant after Nichols allegedly threatened his victim and others, declaring h...
SPOKANE – Spokane County Treasurer and Republican Congressional Candidate Michael Baumgartner, who led in Tuesday’s “top-two” primary, praised the electoral process and the candidates who participated. Baumgartner will advance to the November general election where he will face Democrat Carmela Conroy, based on the preliminary vote count. “I want to express my deep respect for all the candidates who ran in this primary, regardless of party affiliation,” Baumgartner said. “We saw candidates from diverse backgrounds and politic...
Farmers Market at two locations CHENEY – The Farmers Market group will be hosting a farmers market at Veterans Memorial Park on 4th Street across the street from the fire station on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. This market features a wide range of vendors offering locally grown produce, flowers, raised meat, jams, scratch-made baked goods, tinctures, handcrafted arts, crafts jewelry and more. AIRWAY HEIGHTS – The Summer Market group will be hosting this market at 12703 W 14th Street on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thi...
MEDICAL LAKE – The Blue Waters Bluegrass Festival is set to make its annual return to Waterfront Park this weekend, running from August 9-11. Blue Waters Bluegrass Festival President Nick Burgis noted that while last year's wildfires have altered the landscape, the festival will proceed as planned. "The camping area has been affected with trees burned down, but the main event site still has most of its trees," Burgis said. "We've faced some challenges but have received t...
MEDICAL LAKE – This weekend, from August 9-11, the Blue Waters Bluegrass Festival will grace the picturesque shores of Medical Lake, featuring a diverse lineup of renowned and regional bluegrass bands. Among the highlights is a one-time-only Tribute to the Roots of Bluegrass on Saturday evening at 7 p.m. Here’s a look at the lineup and their scheduled performances: New Dangerfield • Saturday, 9:15 p.m. & Sunday, 2:25 p.m. New Dangerfield, a Black string band, is reviving the long-overlooked tradition of Black string bands...
MEDICAL LAKE – On Saturday at 7 p.m., the Blue Waters Tribute Series will present a unique one-time event celebrating the Roots of Bluegrass. This special performance will feature a lineup of bands playing their renditions of classic bluegrass sounds. Blue Waters Bluegrass Festival President Nick Burgis, a festival organizer, shared his excitement, "The Blue Waters Tribute Set has been a highlight of our festival for years. This year, however, we're doing something different....
SPOKANE – Spokane County Treasurer and Republican Congressional Candidate Michael Baumgartner, who led in Tuesday’s “top-two” primary, praised the electoral process and the candidates who participated. Baumgartner will advance to the November general election where he will face Democrat Carmela Conroy, based on the preliminary vote count. “I want to express my deep respect for all the candidates who ran in this primary, regardless of party affiliation,” Baumgartner said. “We saw candidates from diverse backgrounds and politic...
SPOKANE COUNTY – On Tuesday, voters in Airway Heights and Cheney cast their ballots in favor of local propositions aimed at enhancing community services. In Cheney, Proposition 1, which focuses on the Emergency Medical Service (EMS) Levy, garnered robust support. With 75.5% of voters approving the measure, the final count was 639 in favor and 205 opposed. This proposition is designed to ensure continued funding for emergency medical services, which are crucial for maintaining the high quality of healthcare and emergency r...
CHENEY – July marked a milestone for Town and Country Floral as it celebrated five years in business. Sabrina Bosch, the owner, boasts over 45 years of experience in the floral industry, a passion that began in her youth. As an eastern Washington native, Bosch’s inspiration for floral design stemmed from her grandmother, Eva. Her journey started with a daunting task from her grandmother: decorating a house for a funeral. “I had a budget and had to apply everything I had learned,” Bosch recalls. Her grandmother’s advice was si...
National Farmers Market Weekend MEDICAL LAKE – In recognition of National Farmers Market Weekend this weekend, Re*Imagine Medical Lake will be hosting a farmers market on LaFevre and Lake streets on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. This market features a wind range of vendors offering locally grown produce, herbs, flowers, raised meat, jams, scratch-made baked goods, tinctures, handcrafted arts, crafts jewelry and more. City hosts last week summer event series CHENEY – Parks and Recreation Department will host their last par...
1 years ago July 31, 2014 While some residents ran for cover last Wednesday afternoon in advance of, and during the damaging thunderstorm that raced across Spokane County, others found themselves right in the middle of it. Airway Heights Planning Commission met July 16 to hold public hearings for ordinances relating to marijuana standards, Initiative 502, for temporary use permits within the city. The Cheney City Council is taking up consideration of a pair of proposed changes to ordinances that determine how the city goes a...
PATEROS, WA – Curtis Pitman of Cheney showcased his exceptional racing skills at the annual Apple Pie Jamboree in Pateros held on July 20-21. Pitman, often hailed as the fastest man on water, demonstrated his prowess by winning his races despite giving his competitors a half-lap head start. Pitman competed in and won the Ski Stock 2 Stroke Lites races on both days of the event. His victories were a testament to his remarkable talent and experience in the world of powerboat r...
