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Fresh funds get things moving at the Cheney Depot on April 24....
CHENEY —Salnave Elementary School was locked down and the area closed off during a standoff in the 100 block of Pineview Place on Wednesday, April 19. Daniel Devenport, man 51, was taken into custody without incident after near three hours. According to police, officers responded to the call about 1:30 p.m. after receiving a tip that a man was armed with guns and a knife, and threatening to kill himself. The man, later identified as Daniel Devenport, had barricaded himself i...
CHENEY — The council voted unanimously to pass the second reading of Ordinance Y-41, Comprehensive Plan & Zoning Map Amendment, at their regular meeting on April 25. During the public comment section of the city council meeting, Douglas Brunell, a resident of the Presnell Mobile Home Park said, “Todd Tarbert (owner) does not want what’s best for the city. Tarbert wants what’s best for Tarbert. He has lied to me and to the members of the city council. Is it legal for Tarbert...
SPOKANE VALLEY — A Medical Lake woman, 65, was pronounced dead at the scene of a traffic collision involving one other vehicle on State Route 290 in Spokane Valley on April 15, according to a Washington State Patrol report. Sandra Albertson was driving a Harley Davidson motor cycle southbound on Flora Road when she attempted to cross the street, according to the state patrol report. David Olson, man 60, was traveling eastbound on State Route 290 in a 2007 Chevy Silverado w...
CHENEY — A local Conoco outlet at 2654 First Street was robbed on the evening of April 13, according to the owner, Erick Athos. Athos said that two individuals, a male and a female, acted together to steal a counter-mounted case of Elf Bar brand disposable vaporizer units. “One of them asked my employee for assistance in the back of the store, taking her away from the counter, while the other person ripped the case off the counter and tried to run out the front door.” Athos...
CHENEY — The council heard from a resident on Ordinance Y- 41, Comprehensive Plan & Zoning Map Amendment at their regular council meeting on April 11. The council previously voted to pass the first reading of Ordinance Y-41, Comprehensive Plan & Zoning Map Amendment, 5 for and 1 against, at their regular meeting on March 28. “I am here to speak again about Ordinance Y- 41. I hope that the council holds firm in requiring Mr. Tarbert to provide a relocation plan before mov...
AIRWAY HEIGHTS — The council voted six in favor and one against to approve the addition of services and costs to the summary of the 10th Avenue project at their regular council meeting on April 17. The project, which is still in cost summary and design phases, is a new roadway connecting Garfield to Hayford and includes a traffic signal at the Hayford intersection. It is a part of a larger strategy to provide parallel corridors to U.S. Route 2 to improve east-west traffic f...
Cheney Congregational Church CHENEY — The church is currently hiring a part-time Children’s Ministry Assistant, according to administrator Jenine Miller. “We’re looking for someone who enjoys working with toddlers, and the time requirement is only two hours per Sunday morning.” Miller said. On Thursdays from 1-2 p.m. the church is hosting a mid-week Bible study in collaboration with United Methodist Church on the gospel of Mark. Each Thursday in March the congregation will mee...
CHENEY — The clean sweep project officially began at the Veteran’s Memorial Park on Saturday, April 15 at 9 a.m. Volunteers from around the city, including Boy Scouts of America Troop 356, turned out to assist with “polishing and shining” the area. Free disposal of household garbage, building materials and metals was offered at the Utility Building, 112 Anderson Road, and free, unmounted passenger tire disposal was available at Les Schwab; truck & farm tires. The shred event w...
Cheney Free Press AIRWAY HEIGHTS - The police department is asking for the community's help in locating a man wanted in association with an assault on an officer, according to a department press release. Jesse Brebner, man 32, is wanted by the Department of corrections on an active escape community custody warrant. Brebner is known to drive a gray 2021 Chrysler 300 with California license plate, 8TYZ610, which will have extensive rear-end damage. Anyone that has information...
CHENEY — Former congregation leader of the Emmanuel Lutheran Church announces donations to Eastern Washington University. Jake Rehm, President of the church congregation, announced that the church has donated $150, 000 to EWU in three installments; two $52 thousand installments, and one for $26 thousand....
CHENEY - For the first time in three years, the Lilac City Roller Derby faced off against an opponent, the Bellingham Roller Betties, in a full-scale game at Eastern Washington University. "This was our first game since Covid shut us down in 2020," Player number 51, Stranger Danger, Marketing Director for the Lilac City Roller Derby said. "It's hard to pinpoint the best thing about returning to the track in our community. The best thing might just be that, the community. It...
CHENEY - The city has hired four new paid, non-volunteer firefighters who joined the team after an induction ceremony on April 3. Jon McCormick, Jakob Chamberlain, Zach Newcomb and Ethan LaBell are the first paid firefighters in the department's history, according to Chief Mitch Metzger. Metzger said that the volume of calls for fire service have gone up and volunteerism has not kept up with the demand. "So we had to make some changes to facilitate the needs of the...
CHENEY — A counselor has been selected as a new assistant principle for Cheney Middle School pending the approval of the School Board. Heather Zorrozua is scheduled to begin her new role in April after she completes her principal program at Eastern Washington University. Zorrozua has been a counselor at the middle school for nine years. She has a bachelor’s in psychology and a master’s degree in social work. “Through the interview process, Mrs. Zorrozua made it clear that sh...
CHENEY — The Avista Foundation, a community investment program of Avista Corp., has provided $25,000 to the Cheney Depot Project, according to a Depot Society press release. The goals of saving and re-purposing a historic landmark in Cheney; bringing a focal point for economic impact into the historic center of town; and expanding cultural heritage opportunities through history interpretation on the Depot site, are in alignment with the Avista Foundation’s priorities for eco...
CHENEY — The City Cuncil heard an update on the findings of NAC, Ballard and King Associates, Ltd., and WTI, concerning the pool assessment at its regular meeting March 28. The report detailed two options for renovation and remodeling. Both would be located at Hagelin Park, 711 Cedar St, and include a number of amenities and updates to the original structure. Option No. 1 includes a 6-lane, 25-yard lap pool connected to a recreation pool; a zero-depth entry “beach” with spray...
CHENEY — The council voted unanimously to accept resolution F-139, mutual aid agreement with Fairchild Air Force Base and Fire Department for emergency response, at their regular meeting on March 28. The agreement is between Cheney fire department and the Air Force, acting through the commander of Fairchild Air Force Base, for securing mutual aid in fire protection services, and contains language that has been updated from the original agreement. “Our original agreement with F...
CHENEY — The City Council heard a presentation from Spokane Transit about their Connect 2035 10-year strategic plan for Cheney transit during a regular meeting March 28. The strategic plan includes two primary phases, the first of which was completed in late 2022. Phase one involved community engagement which helped the transit authority to revise its goals and plans for Cheney’s needs. Phase two will officially begin in July 2023 and will stretch out into 2024. The pur...
MEDICAL LAKE — The 45th annual race Only Fools Run at Midnight race began on April 1 at 11:30 p.m., and opportunities to run continue until April 9. The race began at Medical Lake High School and ended at the Pizza Factory, who remained open for the event to host a post-race celebration to commemorate the achievements of the racers. The event is open to both virtual runners and on-site participants. “You can run and post your times any time between April 1, 2023, and Apr...
MEDICAL LAKE — The council awarded Eastern Washington University $450,000 in grant money to conduct the west plains groundwater modeling study at their regular meeting on March 21. The presentation which preceded the vote was conducted by Chad Prichard of Eastern Washington University, and Erin Toulou, and covered per-and polyfluoroalkyl (PFAS) substances trends in the west plains water supply. The presentation was given before the council made a decision on an action item to...
SPOKANE - Cheney High School students submitted several works of photography and artistry for display at the 50th Annual Regional High School Visual Art Show, which took place at the Talbott Event Center, 4202 South Regal Street in Spokane on March 23. Students from Cheney High school submitted works in all categories, including photography and sculpture. Over 200 pieces submitted by students from all over Spokane county were displayed at the event, according to a NEWESD 101...
CHENEY – The Cheney Congregational church is holding an April 9 Easter service at 10 a.m. at 423 North Sixth Street. There will be a breakfast served beforehand at 8:30 a.m. and Miller said that everyone is welcome. On Thursdays from 1-2 p.m. the church is hosting a mid-week Bible study in collaboration with United Methodist Church on the gospel of Mark. Each Thursday in March the congregation will meet at the United Methodist Church. • Benge Community Church will host a sun...
CHENEY — The council voted to pass the first reading of Ordinance Y-41, Comprehensive Plan & Zoning Map Amendment, 5 for and 1 against, at their regular meeting on March 28. The ordinance was modified to reflect the establishment and history of the Presnell Mobile Home Park currently located on the property named in the rezoning application, and surrounding land, including how it came to be non-conforming to the current Zoning designation. Todd Tarbert, owner of the p...
Cheney High School Jazz band performed at jazz the festival, March 27 at Cheney High School auditorium....
MEDICAL LAKE - A senior high school student was crowned the Lilac Queen at a ceremony at the Bing Crosby Theater in Spokane, 901 West Sprague Avenue, March 25. Josephine Ortega, along with six others, was elected to the 2023 "Onward" Royal Court in the culminating ceremony of the The Royalty Scholarship and Training Program. "Josephine is great. She is a Girl Scout and she is working on her gold award. Later in life, she says she wants to become a teacher." Spokane Lilac...
