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SPOKANE VALLEY – During the first week of April, burglars struck a storage facility in the 3700 block of East 55th Avenue, stealing an estimated $10,000 - $15,000 worth of property from at least five victims. The suspects arrived in a Nissan 4-door sedan, believed to be an Altima, with visible front-end damage to the driver's side hood and bumper area. Although the cameras failed to capture the suspects' faces clearly, investigators are confident that individuals familiar w...
SPOKANE VALLEY – Spokane Valley Major Crimes Detectives apprehended 29-year-old Brendon M. McCullough, a repeat felon, following his involvement in a shooting incident on March 8. McCullough faces multiple felony charges in connection with the altercation. According to ongoing investigations, McCullough and the deceased, 16-year-old Nathaniel Byers, purportedly ventured to an apartment on S. Bowdish Road to carry out a drug-related robbery. McCullough, accompanied by an adult female, engaged in the robbery within the a...
SPOKANE VALLEY – Spokane Valley deputies responded to an attempted burglary and a suspicious vehicle call near the same location, determining the vehicle was an unreported stolen car used in the burglary attempt. The suspect, 20-year-old Damien D. Ocacio, matching the description from store surveillance footage, was arrested shortly afterward. Deputies were called to investigate a suspicious vehicle at the junction of North Farr Road and East Main at 6:30 am on April 24. They found a black Toyota Camry partially blocking the...
SPOKANE VALLEY – Deputies responded to a domestic violence call involving a suspect threatening four victims with a handgun at 5:00 pm on April 26. After fleeing toward I-90, the suspect, Michael M. McCoy, was located by Air 1 Flight Crew during a scheduled patrol flight and safely apprehended with the assistance of ground units, including a K9 team. According to the caller, McCoy was believed to be armed and had threatened to kill four family members, last seen sitting on the north side barrier wall of I-90. The victims r...
ORCHARDS – Spokane County Deputies responded to the 26000 block of East River Road to aid bail bond enforcement agents following an incident where a man backed into one of their vehicles. The individual, identified as 34-year-old Ryan M. Folger, reportedly displayed aggressive behavior and was armed with a pistol. However, he was eventually safely apprehended by the agents. Upon arrival, deputies placed Folger in handcuffs and retrieved a loaded black semiautomatic pistol from his possession. A background check on Folger u...
AIRWAY HEIGHTS – A man wanted for allegedly abducting a woman from a home here was apprehended and booked into the Spokane County Jail on Tuesday evening, April 30. Joseph Parisian, 51, was being detained without bail in the jail on a U.S. Marshall's Office hold at press time. Parisian was the subject of a two-day manhunt inconnection with the alleged kidnapping of Amanda Pakootas, 38, who was reported missing April 27. Airway Heights police said she was located safely in t...
CHENEY - Following an extensive interview process, Sara McKennon has been chosen as the next principal of Sunset Elementary School, pending board approval. The selection comes after a rigorous evaluation involving various stakeholders, including district administrators, staff and students. Superintendent Ben Ferney expressed satisfaction with the outcome. "The pool of candidates for the Sunset principal position was strong, and Sara rose to the top throughout the interview...
CHENEY – A break—in reported to the Police Department on April 27 has local officials asking questions. The caller reported an intruder in their home in the 200 block of North 11th Street, prompting a swift response, police said. Upon reaching the scene, police found the door ajar and heard cries from inside. Identifying themselves as law enforcement, they entered the residence, police said. Inside, they found only the caller, who declined help from the authorities, records show. Due to minor injuries sustained by the cal...
CHENEY – The School Board deliberated last Wednesday on facilities planning in anticipation of reintroducing a bond initiative next year to finance the construction of two new elementary schools. In the Feb. 13 special election, the district’s initial bond proposal fell short of the required 60% majority vote for approval. Superintendent Ben Ferney set the stage for the discussion, outlining the district’s commitment to strategic planning and introducing Phil Crocker, who led the planning process for the original bond initi...
CHENEY – At the City Council meeting held last Tuesday, April 23, city administrator Mark Schuller addressed the urgent need to renew the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) levy, which is set to expire this year. The resolution passed unanimously. The current levy, in its sixth year, provides essential funding for emergency medical personnel, amounting to $0.50 per $1,000 assessed valuation. The proposed renewal Levy, if approved, will span from 2025 to 2030. The primary election to decide on this crucial measure is slated f...
CHENEY – During the City Council meeting April 23, the council unanimously approved an ordinance amending Title 21 of the Municipal Code concerning in-fill development standards and dimensional adjustments. The ordinance also updates zoning regulations for business park and light industrial zones. Public Works Director Todd Ableman outlined the proposed amendments, emphasizing the need to align zoning code with the comprehensive plan and accommodate the evolving needs of the community. Among the proposed changes was the a...
TYLER - A wind turbine corporation has been acquiring land leases across southern Spokane County from the Tyler area to Fairfield. Over the last five months, Cordelio Development Holdings LLC of Toronto, Canada, has acquired 20 leases across southern Spokane, northern Whitman and eastern Lincoln Counties. The purchases include parcels near Cheney, Fairfield, Latah, Waverly and Tyler, according to county records. Details of some of the purchased tracts have yet to be made...
CHENEY – A motorist is facing multiple charges following an April 4 pursuit and disposal of a firearm at a school. Jakob D. Petitto, 30, was arrested and booked into the Spokane County Jail on cahrges of attempting to elude, second-degree unlawful possession of a firearm, two counts of possession of a controlled substance, driving with a suspended license and being a fugitive from justice related to the out-of-state warrant. Petitto has five previous felony convictions and is prohibited from possessing a firearm, records s...
AIRWAY HEIGHTS – The Police Department has acquired multiple K9 units on behalf of the Washington State Department of Corrections. The acquisition, discussed April 18 at the Plains Safety Alliance meeting, marks an advancement in the department’s crisis response capabilities, officials said. “I want to highlight what makes this dog different,” co-responder Jenny Mandin said. “She’s there to be crisis response.” Unlike traditional German Shepherds commonly seen in law enforcement, crisis response dogs are selected and...
MEDICAL LAKE – During the April 16 City Council meeting, Finance Director Koss Ronhault presented a comprehensive budget report for the first quarter of the year. Ronhault provided insights into the financial report, emphasizing the meticulous process of reviewing financial statements and ensuring compliance. “We have controls in place, secondary reviews of journal entries, reconciliation procedures, a lot of practices that weren’t in place,” he said. Ronhault highlighted efforts to rectify deficiencies identified in the 2022...
CHENEY – City officials are calling the April 13 Medication Take Back Event a success. More than 70 pounds of unused, outdated medications were collected, officials said. The event proved to be a resounding success according to Jessica Deutsch, the Community Coalition Coordinator for Talk2HealthyChoices. The organization was among the participants, which also included local police, fire and other emergency responders. Hundreds of community members participated in the event, c...
CHENEY – Developments are underway at the Sigma Nu House on College Street at Eastern Washington University, as renovations kick off this weekend, including the installation of a brand-new roof. Supported by a strong network of over 600 alumni, the chapter recently launched a successful “Buy a Brick” campaign to raise funds for the remodeling and modernization of their fraternity house. These bricks, to be adorned along the front sidewalk, symbolize the enduring support and dedication of the chapter’s alumni communi...
CHENEY – Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge played host to a thriving Earth Day event April 20, drawing participants from across the region. The event ran from 9 a.m. to noon, and offered a range of activities aimed at conservation and environmental stewardship. Attendees banded together to engage in various tasks, including potting and planting native trees, removing restoration fencing and contributing to the development of a pollinator garden. One of the highlights of the da...
The No. 1 doubles team of Victoria Baycroft and Paige Lacey earned the lone win for Cheney in a Greater Spokane League tennis match loss to Ferris on April 18. The pair won 6-2, 6-2....
Cheney Blackhawk Miles Hoover dives into second base safely during a doubleheader against Ridgeline on April 19. Ridgeline swept the series, 6-2 in the opener and 12-9 in the nightcap. The Blackhaws (4-12, 3-11 in league) was scheduled to host Ferris on Tuesday night, then travel to Ferris on Thursday, April 25, before playing at North Central on Friday, April 26. Games start at 4 p.m....
A Valley Christian runner leads a Ridgeline competitor during the Van Kuren Invitational track meet Saturday, April 13, at Cheney High School....
SPOKANE VALLEY – Spokane County Sheriff’s Deputies sprang into action on April 9, following an alert from Flock ALPR regarding a stolen vehicle reported missing the day prior. In the early hours of the morning, a Deputy spotted the reported stolen vehicle on E. Upriver Drive. Attempting to halt its progress, the Deputy activated emergency lights and siren as the vehicle approached N. Argonne Road. However, the suspect, later identified as 20-year-old James O. Dawson, disregarded the signals and accelerated, setting off a purs...
SPOKANE VALLEY – Two suspects, Shawn D. Cranford, 45, and Elissia M. York, 23, were apprehended on April 13 for their involvement in an armed robbery and auto theft at a parking lot on East Indiana Avenue at North Evergreen Road. Spokane Valley Deputies responded to the scene following a report from the female owner of a stolen black Chevrolet Tahoe and a male victim. They recounted arriving from Montana and leaving a nearby store when the incident occurred. The female victim was arranging items in the hatchback when the v...
SPOKANE – As spring blooms across the Inland Northwest, garden enthusiasts eagerly anticipate the annual gardening expo hosted by Inland Empire Gardeners. Scheduled for May 11, and located at Spokane Community College, this year’s event promises to be a celebration of all things green under the theme “Happy Everything!” Founded in 1994, Inland Empire Gardeners has become a large part of the local gardening community, offering a platform for garden nurseries, specialty products, local craftspeople, and horticulture service...
SPOKANE VALLEY – Spokane Valley deputies swiftly responded to a burglary in progress at the Spokane Valley Partners building, leading to the successful apprehension of a male suspect. The apprehended individual was identified as 42-year-old Justin W. Ingebritson, who exhibited signs of agitation upon discovery. This arrest comes in the wake of a previous burglary incident at the same nonprofit organization, suggesting a potential pattern of criminal behavior. The incident unfolded on April 16 around 3:00 am, when a...
