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Eastern Washington University hosted its first Eagles’ Nest Business Pitch Competition finale on May 18. The idea behind the final round of competition came from the hit television show “Shark Tank” and featured six successful local business people – mostly EWU alumni – choosing the winner of the competition. “This will become an annual tradition at EWU,” Bruce Teague, the director of EWU’s Center for Entrepreneurship said. “We already have the funds for the next couple years. I simply want to motivate EWU students to devel...
Jarms ACE Hardware pulled off a close 2-1 win over the Red White and Blue team on May 12. Zane Armstrong for Jarms pitched the majority of the game while Devin Helsing also pitched for the majority of the game for Red White and Blue. This win puts Jarms in second place behind the Cheney Free Press (5-0) with a 4-3 record. Red White and Blue is currently sitting in fourth place with a 2-3 record....
During Cheney Mayfest on May 13, Turnbull will be hosting their sixth annual Floods, Flowers and Feathers Spring Nature Festival. The event will also celebrate Turnbull’s 80th birthday and the community will have a chance to enjoy nature and learn more about the refuge itself. “It has been really nice to work with Mayfest,” Sandy Rancourt, the visitor services manager at Turnbull said. “It is a great collaboration with two organizations. We appreciate their efforts.” With how successful the festival has been with Mayfest,...
The community has a chance to get out of the house this weekend and enjoy the annual Cheney Mayfest downtown. There are new events this year, with the traditional roots of Mayfest still intact. One of the main new activities is the community corn hole tournament. Mayfest previously had a three-on-three basketball tournament, but they changed it this year to try and get more people involved. "Anybody can play corn hole," Jason Williams, a member of the Cheney Mayfest...
George Gay may originally be from Tacoma, Wash. but he has left quite a mark in Cheney. The senior at Eastern Washington University recently won the Washington Campus Compact President’s Leadership Award for his involvement in the community. According to the Students Serving Washington Awards (SSWA) website, the “President’s Leadership Awards are given to two selected student service leaders from each of the Washington Campus Compact member institutions for their leadership and service. Each Washington Campus Compact membe...
Cindy Bourgoin, personal trainer since 1998 and a citizen of Cheney since 1979, is now leaving a permanent footprint in the community. She started teaching yoga for the community in the fall of 2016. She has two sessions open to residents, one taking place at the Mason Jar at 8 a.m. on Saturdays and another session at Redefine Fitness on Wednesdays from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. “I want to do more and more,” Bourgoin said. “I would love to help more in the community and stay local.” The cost is minimal to attend any session,...
Cheney Parks and Recreation is currently in a competition to receive a chunk of money to go towards a park in the city. The way they can receive the grant is by the community going onto www.meetmeatthepark.org and vote by writing in Cheney daily until April 30. The city that tallies up the most votes will get the $20,000. “I get emails from the NRPA (National Recreation and Parks Association) and I stumbled upon this grant,” Kim Best, recreation manager at Cheney Parks and Recreation, said. “When I saw it, I said ‘let...
The Airway Heights Parks and Recreation department has youth program scholarships available through their Citizens Associated for Recreation, Education and Sports (CARES) program. According to their website, CARES is a non-profit organization dedicated to the “development, improvement and promotion of recreational opportunities for citizens of the West Plains.” “It gives families an opportunity to give their child a chance to participate in sports without having to worry about the money,” Andy Gardner, parks, recreat...
The Spokane County Library District will be holding its fifth annual “Food for Fines” event on April 9–15 during National Library Week. Donations go to the Second Harvest Food Bank and other food banks in the area serving within Spokane County while also reducing library members overdue fees. The West Plains libraries – Airway Heights, Cheney and Medical Lake – will be a part of the cause having bins at each location. “The generosity of our library members never fails to inspire us,” Jane Baker, communication and development...
A chance to become an expert in urban farming is quickly approaching at some of the West Plains libraries. The first events will take place on March 25 at the Cheney and Airway Heights branches. Cheney will host "Container Vegetable Gardening" from 2 – 3 p.m. At this event, people can learn about urban container gardening with Marilyn Lloyd. They will learn about the number of easy vegetables that can be grown in simple containers so that anyone can enjoy fresh vegetables. O...
Whitney Pittsenbarger offers help to the community with a community-clothing swap that she started about three years ago. The program is designed for all ages and demographics to come pick out clothes. No donation is required to pick up clothing. Pittsenbarger moved to Cheney about 10 years ago, previously living in Portland, Ore. She currently has nine kids and has felt the challenge herself with the financial responsibilities that come with having children. She was part of a similar organization in Portland, and she wanted...
Salnave Elementary School secretary Jen Pohl (center) was named the Cheney School District's Classified Staff Employee of the Year at the Feb. 22 school board meeting. Pohl is pictured with Salnave Principal Celina Brennan (left) and assistant principal Sara McKennon (right)....
Eastern Washington University is hosting three events in honor of International Women’s Day, held March 8. Two events take place at the Cheney campus while the other one will be held in Spokane. According to their website, the International Women’s Day is a global celebration of women of every background and all walks of life. In Spokane, they use this celebration as an opportunity to foster community among women and share knowledge to advance and empower them in this region. The first event takes place tomorrow, March 3,...
The Cheney Kiwanis club began in September 1972 and has been involved in the community ever since. Whether the club is participating in events behind the scenes or in the public eye, their presence has been known for quite some time in Cheney. The Kiwanis club is not just known to the city of Cheney, it is international. Overall, there are over 700,000 adult and youth members around the world. With the club's motto, "serving the children of the world," the foundation is also a...
A group of student-athletes from Eastern Washington University, led by head football coach Aaron Best and Swoop, toured the Mann-Grandstaff Veterans Administration Medical Center in Spokane to greet veterans and thank them for their service. Left: Volleyball player Taylor Larsen and track and field athlete Logan Stahl talk with "Uncle Mike," a 98-year-old World War II veteran while football player Ashanti Kindle (right) thanks a veteran....
The Cheney Youth Commission is a way for kids in middle school through high school to get involved in the community. The commission is there to promote and coordinate activities for the young people of Cheney. “They serve as the youth’s voice,” said Kellisa Owens, commission recreation coordinator. The group of kids put on different events for their peers throughout the year. Some of the events are the middle school dances and “Friday Late Nights,” the “Mom and Son Game Night” and the “Daddy Daughter Dance.” In the...
Getting involved in a book club in the West Plains is easier than some may think, considering there are three in the area. The Airway Heights, Cheney and Medical Lake libraries each have a book club that community members can join. The book clubs come together once a month to discuss a novel, socialize and sometimes enjoy a guest speaker that is a local author. Each book club is run through the Friends of Spokane County Library program, which also provides the books. Airway...
After arriving on a Cheney Fire Department ladder truck, Santa Claus hit the crowd at Cheney's annual tree lighting ceremony last Thursday at the library to distribute candy to all of the kids and even some adults. Hot cocoa, cookies and holiday music made the evening festive....
This piece (center) of dreamscape-style fused glass by artist Amana Nova on display at the Cheney Library will be part of the selection of works by 21 artists at the seventh annual Slightly West of Spokane Artists Studio Tour this Saturday. The tour is free and runs from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. at locations in Medical Lake, Cheney and in-between on Salnave Road. Maps are available at all three West Plains public libraries and at the Cheney Free Press....
Catheleen Schlotter has been in public education for 16 years, seven of them in Cheney. Her hard work is known throughout the Cheney School District but it was recognized by the state when she was named the Washington State School Social Worker of the Year. “I have nominated other people in previous years, so winning it myself is a huge honor,” Schlotter said. Currently, Schlotter is the district’s intervention and re-engagement specialist along with being Snowdon Elementary School’s assistant principal. Before this job, sh...
The Betz Elementary School PTA held its annual carnival and silent auction on Friday, Nov. 4. Families had an opportunity to partake in several activities, including face painting, games and a bouncy castle. All proceeds from the event went to support the Betz PTA....
People who want to make a difference in their community should consider becoming a mentor for Cheney Public Schools. There are currently 78 mentors, but the goal is to have 100-200 for the school district. Eastern Washington University students make up about 85 percent of the program. Mentors are needed for all grade levels, and would meet with their student weekly. “I love EWU students because they come into schools in their EWU gear,” Jessica Deutsch, Cheney School District volunteer coordinator, said. “They can talk with...
Eastern Washington University officials had to take some special measures to keep the Eagles' soccer field dry in preparation for the upcomig Big Sky Championships, including using a local helicopter to help dry off the field. The tournament was moved to EWU after original host Idaho's field was declared unusable due to damage from excessive rain....
While in attendance at a Cheney High School football game, it is hard to miss the halftime show: The Cheney High School marching band. The band has started off their year with great success. Earlier this fall, the band placed second out of 14 bands at the Pacific Northwest Marching Band Competition at Joe Albi Stadium, beating Greater Spokane League's Mt. Spokane for the first time ever. "They won't admit it, but this is a good group of kids," band director Rich Sonnemaker sai...
The Cheney Outreach offers a recreational scholarship program that can help families in the community. The scholarship can cover fees for recreational activities for people in need. Children who are 18 and younger can qualify for the scholarships, depending on the size of the family. If the child is 18 years old, he or she needs to still be in high school. To receive a scholarship, applicants will need to call Cheney Outreach and set up a file. Families need to have proof of residence in Cheney or surrounding areas. “We cover...
