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Paul William Butler, known as Bill to his friends, passed away on March 3rd, 2022, at the Spokane Veterans Home, Spokane Wash. Bill was born on April 3rd, 1923, to Paul and Jessie Butler of Wellsboro, Pa. The first of four children, Bill started his career as a tool and die maker for the Corning Corporation, but like most of his generation was called to serve his country in World War II. At the age of 19 Bill found himself piloting a B-24 Liberator as part of the 740th Bomb...
Cheney Police Reports By Jonathan Olsen-Koziol Cheney Free Press CHENEY Mar 7 Brent J. Lerma, 38-year-old male and Anna M. Philips, 37-year-old female were arrested on the 2400 block of First Street for warrants in Spokane County and Idaho. Verbal dispute reported on the 200 block of South Cheney-Spangle Road. Mar 8 2006 White Pontiac G6 abandoned on the 800 block of Oakland Street and impounded. Glove and money found on the 100 block of College Avenue. Minor in possession and medical call on the Block Nolan Brown Place. Mar...
A Ford pickup truck came to rest on its roof after overturning in front of Latah Motors, 126 W. Market St., Latah, on March 11. The driver left a note on the pickup's tailgate saying a tow truck was on its way and apologizing for the "mess." No other information was available....
CHENEY – They city of Cheney sent notice to residents on March 2 that potentially harmful chemicals known as polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) were found in Well No. 5. The well is a seasonal water source located on Presley Drive used to compensate for additional water use during the summer months. According to the notice, the city's water division collected PFAS samples from the well on Oct. 7, 2021. A second set of samples taken on Dec. 6 confirmed the initial test r...
CHENEY – Patrol officers with the Cheney Police Department will be sporting body cameras come March 21. The news of the addition to their apparel was announced during a city briefing on Tuesday, March 8. "The implementation of body-worn cameras is an example of the police department's commitment to being transparent with our community," Chief John Hensley said. Additionally, the officers of the Cheney Police Department have overwhelmingly embraced the use of the cameras and u...
CHENEY – The city of Cheney is the recipient of a $3.49 million American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant. The government funding intends to help communities of all sizes across the country get back on their feet following the economic devastation left in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. The ARPA fund provides relief for cities, towns, and communities in the United States through State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLRF). Communities with over 50,000 people receive direct funding. Smaller communities, considered n...
CHENEY—Cheney School District officials are sticking with recommendations from the Washington Department of Health (WDOH) regarding changes to masking requirements that went into effect on March 12. “We understand that these changes in how our schools are operating in regards to COVID-19 will be met with differing opinions and responses,” Assistant Superintendent Tom Arlt wrote in a March 14 email to the Free Press. “It is important that as parents, students and staff members we work together to ensure a positive transit...
AIRWAY HEIGHTS — Avelo Airlines will soon be providing nonstop service from Spokane to Hollywood Burbank. The news announced in a March 10 press release will see introductory one-way fares between Spokane International Airport (SIA) and Hollywood Burbank Airport starting at $69. Fare’s must be booked by March 24 to receive the introductory rate. Avelo operates the Boeing Next-Generation 737-800 aircraft series. The service is offered on Wednesdays and Saturdays, with the ina...
OLYMPIA – Rep. Mary Dye’s bill to allow temporary judges in single-judge courtrooms is awaiting the governor’s signature after clearing the Legislature before it adjourned. House Bill 1825 sets procedures to allow the chief justice of the state Supreme Court to appoint a temporary judge to fill in when needed. The state House of Representatives concurred on March 7 to a Senate amendment, clearing the way for the bill to move to the governor. Dye said the bill was inspired when a judge took a leave of absence after being...
ROSALIA – Rosalia is celebrating its 150th anniversary with the return of Battle Days and the All Class Reunion after a two-year absence. Lori Furman moved to Rosalia three years ago and immediately joined the Battle Days committee. She dedicated much of her time to the event. Furman took on the roles of secretary and treasurer for the board of directors. Battle Days have been a long-running event and is marking its 51st annual event in 2022 on June 4. “We are finally goi...
There is an old saying: Don’t let the “perfect” be the “enemy” of the good! That is important to remember as we work our way out of the energy crisis exacerbated by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. While the Russians are razing the country and killing thousands of innocent people, many world leaders are slapping Moscow with heavy economic sanctions. Embargoing Russian oil and natural gas are examples. With the prohibition of Russian oil imports, there is a crude shortage in...
SPOKANE–The Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) will reopen most of its facilities to the public starting Monday, March 21. “When we closed our offices and hatcheries to the public in March 2020 due to the pandemic, I hoped we’d reopen a few months later; obviously that didn’t happen,” Director Kelly Susewind said Monday, March 14. “Here we are two years later, having adapted to provide our services virtually, and we are so excited to be able to serve you in person again.” Staff is being required to w...
CHENEY – Former Eastern defensive line coach Jeff Copp is taking on the defensive coordinator role for the Eagles. Copp has taught every defensive position on the field during his tenured career and is familiar with the Big-Sky Conference competition, having spent time coaching with UC Davis, Northern Arizona, and Idaho State before coming to Eastern in 2020. “I’ve coached every position on defense at some point in my career,” Copp said. “Coming to Eastern Washington and coaching the defensive line again, which I hadn’t do...
A star in the Heaven's became twice as bright as a soul left his place on Earth and ascended upwards to finally be reunited with the love of his life. That star brightened on February 18, 2022, when Phil Odum entered into rest in his little humble homestead just south of Cheney, Wash. On November 29, 1952, Phil was born in Tennessee to Leroy and Gladys Odum. His father was in the military, giving Phil the opportunity to live in various places that he enjoyed as a young child....
It was hard to tell she was there, laying still under the winter’s blanket sound asleep, taking her turn she rests so quietly. Waiting her time through the short days and long nights, if the truth be known she was renewing, healing, growing. Her name was Spring. When the time was right and she was ready to arise, she would stir and wiggle her toes. Stretching and yawning, she will sit up, ready to embrace the world again with energy, movement, color and song. Rolling back snowdrift blankets, she will give birth to all the bea...
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