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CLEAR LAKE – An accident occurred at 9:30 a.m. on Interstate 90 near the Salnave exit when a semi-tanker rolled over and caught fire, claiming one life. The Washington State Department of Transportation closed I-90 in both directions between the Salnave exit (264) and the Four Lakes exit (271). Traffic was rerouted through Medical Lake, Cheney, and surrounding side roads. The overturned semi blocked both lanes of the freeway. Emergency crews, including Washington State P...
CHENEY – As part of preparations for the city's Holiday Hoopla this Friday, the team at Dow's Excavation Inc. decorated the holiday tree on Nov. 25, marking their second year of involvement. Owner Wayne Dow said this year's decorations include festive holiday bulbs alongside the traditional lights, bringing an extra touch to the tree. "We wanted to go beyond just lights and add something special," Dow said, expressing gratitude to Steven Jeffries of SunBelt Rentals for d...
CHENEY—On Nov. 26, the city council advanced its proposed $81.5 million budget for 2025, setting it up for final approval after a public hearing on Dec. 10. Following nearly four hours of discussion, council member Vincent Barthels introduced a new budget consideration: addressing the city’s water system’s high iron content. The council agreed to evaluate the potential costs of flushing the water system to improve quality. If included, this initiative would increase the 2025 budget further. The proposed 2025 budget refle...
CHENEY – Local business owner opens Cheney Auto Care, 107 H St., last month in the downtown area. Chris Gallagher, owner of Cheney Auto Care, open a complete auto care business after a five-year absence from Cheney. Gallagher returns back into the auto repair industry, bringing his expertise and passion for car care to the area. Gallagher's journey with auto repair in Cheney began in 1997 when he opened his first garage, now the site of Basin Feed. After a decade, he r...
MEDICAL LAKE – At its Nov. 26 meeting, the School District Board approved the final financial report for the 2023-24 school year, which detailed expenditures of nearly $32 million. The board also addressed various items, including adjustments to competitive bid thresholds, propane contracts, and accommodating eighth-grade athletes for high school basketball. Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Operations, Chad Moss, presented the financial summary: • General Fund: Revenues totaled $30,970,937, while expenses reached $31,2...
1 years ago Dec 4, 2014 With no public comment received, Cheney City Council closed its 2015 budget hearing and proceeded to unanimously adopt the city’s just over $23.37 million budget. Stage West Community Theater hosted “It’s a Wonderful Life” by taking the audience back in time to the radio station SWCT for the classic Christmas radio drama. News of groundbreaking on a proposed $26 million shuttle loading grain terminal near Four Lakes Nov. 14, surprised City of Cheney officials – and they are hoping project proponent...
MEDICAL LAKE – The annual Winter Festival is set for noon to 5 p.m. Dec. 14 downtown, offering a day of festive activities for the whole community. This year's event introduces new features, Festival Director Kylie Stein said. "We're adding a tree sale, chainsaw carving at Sun West Automotives, pony rides, and an expanded Elf Village with more houses," Stein said. Last year, the Elf Village had only two houses due to damage caused by fire. "Thanks to dedicated volunteers, w...
AIRWAY HEIGHTS – A local woman is in jail after allegedly ramming a patrol car several times Nov. 18 and attempting to flee police in a stolen vehicle. Sadie Marie Brown, 30, is being held on $6,000 bail in the Spokane County Jail. She was initially facing charges of possession of stolen motor vehicle, attempting to elude police, first- and third-degree malicious mischief, obstructing a public official, intimidating a public servant, making a false statement, third-degree theft and possession of a controlled substance on N...
CHENEY – The City Council approved on first readiung a proposed $81.5 million budget for 2025 and tackled a packed agenda during its Nov. 12 meeting. Council members were scheduled to discuss the budget again Nov. 26; due to the Thanksgiving holiday, the newspaper went to press before meeting time. The budget largely reflects funding for projects, including the purple pipe initiative and pool construction, according to City Finance Director Cindy Niemeier. In addition to budget discussions, the city is set to raise its u...
CHENEY – The equine community is reeling after two horses were euthanized over the weekend of Nov. 16-17 due to a neuropathogenic strain of Equine Herpes Virus, also known as Equine Herpesvirus Myeloencephalopathy. The contagious and often fatal disease has prompted the state Department of Agriculture to issue a warning to local horse owners. Both affected horses had been at J Spear Arena in recent weeks, a facility that frequently hosts events such as team roping competitions. The arena has since been quarantined and t...
CHENEY – Vision Haus is marking its 13th anniversary this month, celebrating over a decade of providing eye care to the Cheney community. Founded in 2011 by optometrist Dr. Scott E. Borgholthaus and his wife, Jeannette Borgholthaus, the business at 1867 First St. was inspired by an unexpected visit here. “The first time we came here was for our son’s relay race at the state championship at Roos Field,” Jeannette recalled. “That’s when we realized there wasn’t an eye doctor in this town. It’s a pretty big place, with a c...
Annual Turkey Trot set to run CHENEY – The 17th Annual Turkey Trot takes place on Nov. 28 at the high school, 460 N. 6th Street at 9:00 a.m. This event is open to Thanksgiving Day walkers, runners and your dog, too. You can receive a ticket for drawings to win a turkey and other prizes. Portion of the race fee will be donated to Cheney food bank. WinterFest 2024 looms AIRWAY HEIGHTS – The city hosts their annual WinterFest by ringing in the holiday season with family, friends and neighbors for 2024. On Dec. 6 from 6:00 to...
CHENEY – Fire broke out on the truck loading bin or hopper at the Archer Daniel's Midland Flour Mill on 1st Street on Nov. 13. The city fire department and Spokane County Fire District 3 responded swiftly to the scene as city police closed 1st Street, diverting traffic onto 2nd Street to ensure safety and facilitate emergency operations. Firefighters managed to contain the fire within an hour, limiting it to a single hopper in the facility. Crews then focused on fully e...
GEIGER HEIGHTS – Spokane County Sheriff’s Office arrested a suspect on several felony and misdemeanor charges on Nov. 12. Darius Lavonne Denmon, 33, was booked into Spokane County Jail on first degree burglary, second degree of assault, unlawful imprisonment, first degree of attempted rape, second degree of malicious mischief, fourth degree of assault and harassment with threat to harm. On Nov. 13, Spokane County Superior Court Commissioner Eugene Cruz set Denmon’s bond at $100,000 where he remains in custody. Deputies respo...
1 years ago Nov. 27, 2014 Eastern Washington University football celebrated their third consecutive Big Sky Conference title after beating Portland State 56-34. Cheney vehicles targeted in theft wave as police investigate a rash of thefts from motor vehicles that struck two residential areas in the city this past week. Between Nov. 19-22, 19 incidents of third-degree theft, one third-degree theft and one second degree theft that were reported. Medical Lake City Council passed an ordinance that prohibits the production,...
Artists annual event MEDICAL LAKE – The 14th Annual Slightly West of Spokane Artists Studio Tour will be held on Nov. 30 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The tour features 13 local artists in 7 different studios on a self-guided tour around the Cheney-Medical Lake area. The event is free to the public. For more information including artists bios, photos and studio locations go to their Slightly West of Spokane web site. Cheney’s 17th Annual Turkey Trot CHENEY – The 17th Annual Turkey Trot takes place on Nov. 28 at the high schoo...
CHENEY – Boy Scouts Troop 356 will begin their annual Christmas tree sales on Friday, Nov. 29, in the Yoke's Fresh Market parking lot at the corner of Cheney-Spokane Road and 1st Street. The tradition, which starts the day after Thanksgiving, features a selection of real Noble, Douglas fir, and Grand fir Christmas trees, along with wreaths and specialty hot cocoa for sale, according to Michael Hunt, Troop 356 Scoutmaster. Proceeds from the sales support troop activities, u...
CHENEY – Tony Blount, Veterans of Foreign Wars Cheney Post 11326, was recognized as one of Eastern Washington University's Hometown Heroes during the first quarter of their football game on Saturday afternoon on Roos Field. Each individual was recognized and honored for their service and contributions to the community. These honorees included military members, first responders, and veterans. Eastern highlighted their sacrifices and dedication of these local heroes in p...
Cheney man froze to death CHENEY — The Spokane County Medical Examiner’s Office has determined that 47-year-old Justin Ball died from hypothermia. According to the weather reports on the night Ball was found, the low was 43 degrees. Police Sgt. Zeb Campbell confirmed that Ball died in his garage, and noted that Ball “was suffering from some medical issues that were contributing conditions to his death, that may have affected his ability to seek warmth and assistance.” Ball’s body was found Oct. 2, leading to an investiga...
AIRWAY HEIGHTS – A man with a past criminal record allegedly forced a woman and two children into a vehicle and fled the scene as being pursued by law enforcement on Nov. 9. A domestic violence incident in city, led to a pursuit and the arrest of Antonio Markese Davis, 32, a violent offender with an extensive criminal record according to the Spokane County Sheriff’s Office. Davis faces multiple charges including, attempting to elude a police vehicle, two counts of reckless endangerment, obstructing a public officer, thr...
MEDICAL LAKE – Spokane County Sheriff’s Office arrested a burglary suspect who was found inside sleeping in a commercial building near Medical Lake on Nov. 3. The Sheriff’s office, with assistance from Airway Heights Police saw Russell Garner, 59, through a large hole in the side of the building sleeping on a couch with a blanket on him inside a business on State Route 902 and South Bartholomew Road. The incident began when an alarm sounded as Garner entered the business. The alarm company observed an unknown man on video...
CHENEY – On October 23, Kathy Keppel-Colkitt released her book, Will They Hear Me Now?, which went to the number one spot on Amazon's bestseller list within hours according to the author. This powerful work is more than just a story-it's a heartfelt guide to navigating medical advocacy, inspired by a deeply personal tragedy. Keppel-Colkitt's daughter, Brandi Mae Keppel-Colkitt, was a healthy 26-year-old with a master's degree in social work when her life was upended by a c...
Artists annual event MEDICAL LAKE – The 14th Annual Slightly West of Spokane Artists Studio Tour will be from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 30 The tour features 13 local artists in 7 different studios on a self-guided tour around the Cheney-Medical Lake area. The event is free to the public. For more information including artists bios, photos and studio locations go to their Slightly West of Spokane web site. Cheney’s 17th Annual Turkey Trot CHENEY – The 17th Annual Turkey Trot takes place at 9 a.m. Nov. 28 at Cheney High School, 460...
1 years ago Nov. 20, 2014 Cheney City Council unanimously approved a pair of ordinances at their Nov. 12 meeting, setting annual increases to the city’s regular property tax and emergency medical services levies. Medical Lake Citizens Deer Advisory Committee took a couple of steps toward addressing the city’s deer population at ts Nov. 12 meeting. Cheney High School graduate, Benjamin Newkirk, 39, died last week while climbing the 10,047-foot middle sister mountain in Oregon’s Three Sisters Wilderness west of Bend. 20 years...
CHENEY, Wash. — Eastern Washington University Athletics has announced a partnership with the Eastern Washington University Veterans Resource Center and Spokane Toys for Tots for the upcoming basketball season. This collaboration aims to support the local community by expanding donation efforts and spreading holiday cheer to children in need. Throughout the season, Eastern will collect toy donations at five men’s and women’s basketball games. Fans attending games at Reese Court can drop off toys at designated collection boxes...
