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ROSALIA - Battle Days brought the community together for a weekend of celebration and honor in Rosalia. The fun began at 3:30 p.m. with free swimming and games at the pool. Later that evening, the Battle Days Association provided a dinner with live music at the Rosalia City Park. Saturday started out bright and early for the runners and walkers of the community. Rosalia's annual fun run took runners from the fire station through South Whitman Avenue to the monument at Steptoe...
SPOKANE — The Cheney A Summer Hawks have certainly started off the season with a bang. Four games to date have all been double-figure offensive shows and a 4-0 record through June 1. Cheney’s season began with a 17-6 win at Shadle Park, May 28 and a 23-4 rout of Ferris May 31 followed by a June 1 doubleheader sweep of West Valley 23-3 and 10-7. Now under the guidance of Cheney Blackhawks coach Rob Beamer, Cheney pounded out 11 hits and scored in every inning against Shadle. Kort Schmitt’s 3-for-3 day at the plate was tops...
CHENEY - One of the fastest growing youth sports in the country has taken root – somewhat that is - on the West Plains with Spokane Stealth lacrosse. Three members of the team that recently competed in the state tournament are from local high schools and include Cheney's Megan Stapleton, Halle Palmer, Brooklyn Gerry out of Medical Lake plus Rosalia's Keely Fournier-Moonen. The Stealth are one of three girls' teams in the Spokane area and draw from the geographic area south o...
ROSALIA - Five students comprise the Class of 2024 at Rosalia High School this year. At 2 p.m. Saturday, June 8, the community will recognize them during graduation in the high school gymnasium, 916 S. Josephine Ave. This year's class is led by Valedictorian Thomas Place, the son of Brian and Vanessa Place, and Salutatorian Crystal Anderson, the daughter of Ray and Linda Anderson. Place was also a football, basketball and track standout and captain, and is the Class of 24...
MALDEN – In the heart of Eastern Washington, amid the rolling hills and golden wheat fields, a unique journey unfolds. The John Wayne Pioneers, Wagons, and Riders Club embarked on a cross-state ride, tracing the footsteps of pioneers and settlers who once carved their path through this rugged terrain. On May 31st, I had the privilege of joining them for a day, capturing the essence of their adventure and the spirit of camaraderie that drives them forward. Leading the charge w...
SUMMONS IN THE SUPERIOR COURT FOR THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF SPOKANE No. 23-2-05122-32 KYLE BARTLETT, Plaintiff, vs. TAMPIEN ENTERPRISES, LLC, a Washington limited liability company; and JONATHAN TAMPIEN, and RUSSEL TAMPIEN, Defendant. TO: DEFENDANTS RUSSEL TAMPIEN A lawsuit has been started against you in the above-entitled Court by Kyle Bartlett. Plaintiff’s claim is stated in the written Complaint, a copy of which is served upon you with this Summons. In order to defend against this lawsuit, you m...
Cheney CHENEY — Cheney Police Department reported the following calls for service from May 27 to June 2: May 27 Kaiden Palmer, 20, arrested for driving with a suspended license in the third degree on 500 block West Third Street and released. A mental health crisis and subject was transported to a local hospital on Zero block of Second Street. Stephen Wilcox, 36, was arrested for driving under the influence the subject was transported and released to the hospital on the 1700 block of Second St. May 28 Police responded to an u...
AIRWAY HEIGHTS — Cryptocurrency scams are increasingly common throughout Spokane County. Large sums of money can be moved globally with ease using digital currencies, often facilitated by minimally regulated Bitcoin ATMs with high fees. The Airway Heights City Council convened on June 3, featuring a presentation by Deputy Tim Schwering of the Spokane Police Department, where he addressed the council about the increasing concerns over cryptocurrency and its connections to various criminal activities. “Cryptocurrency is a for...
CHENEY – At the recent City Council meeting on May 28, the council members unanimously approved Resolution F-255, authorizing the mayor to sign an acceptance of funding agreement with the Spokane Regional Transportation Council (SRTC) for the purchase of electric vehicles and a charging station. During the meeting, Public Works Director Todd Ableman outlined the details of the agreement, stating, “This is the agreement for two types of funding for us to purchase electric vehicles. Right now, we’re looking at Ford Lightening T...
CHENEY – At the latest Cheney city council meeting on May 28th, Fire Chief Tom Jenkins presented a resolution for the acquisition of a like-new F150 Fire Chief Emergency Response Vehicle. The resolution, labeled F-250, was met with unanimous approval by council members. Chief Jenkins expressed gratitude for the support, stating, “You all blessed me last year for this year’s budget.” He elaborated on the procurement process, highlighting the challenges faced in securing the necessary vehicle. “I got on a state bid purchasin...
Workers can join labor unions. And unions can charge them dues. Some workers are even required to pay a union in order to hold certain jobs. Union membership is a good option for many workers whose ideals line up with a union that represents their interests. There is strength in numbers. However, membership is a bad deal for workers represented by a union with which they disagree about political donations, workplace details or treatment of a worker’s employer. Thanks to the U...
It is the time of year to proudly fly our American flags. It began with Memorial Day (May 27) followed by Flag Day (June 14) and ends with the "Grand Finale" on July 4. The common thread is "Old Glory" waving in the breeze. In our country there are no symbols more synonymous with Independence Day than our American flag. It is a powerful emblem of our unity, resilience, and patriotism. It is the time-tested bond which binds citizens from all levels of society, ethnic...
CHENEY — The Cheney City Council unanimously approved a fiber optic services contract during their meeting on May 28. The contract was awarded to two companies, Fibertel and Zero dB, ensuring redundancy and reliability in the city’s fiber optic maintenance and upgrade efforts. Steve Marx, the Light Department Director, addressed the council regarding the contract. “We had two responsible replies: Fibertel and Zeo dB Communications,” said Marx. “They were both interviewed—we found both of them to be substantially qualified....
Being a generational landowner in the area designated for wind turbines, I am not opposed to them when thoughtfully placed. But Eastern Whitman County is shockingly illogical. Why place the largest of turbines in a populated rural region with high crop yields, adjacent to Kamiak Butte, a thoroughly utilized park in a region photographed worldwide for its astounding beauty? Shocking in placement and proposed size, Harvest Hills has a contracted filing with the FAA for 70 sights with an additional 25 listed as alternates....
Dale John Stettler, 88, passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home in Cheney, Wash., on May 28, 2024. Dale was born June 2, 1935, in Logan, Utah and lived in Ogden, Utah until he was 40. He graduated from Ogden Highschool and then attended both Utah State University and Weber State College where he was on the wrestling and football teams. In 1957, he married Barbara R. Barton and they had four children, two grandchildren, and five great grandchildren. "Pa" was at the cent...
AWARDS Hickey elected to Hall of Fame CLEVELAND, Ohio — The National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA) announced its Hall of Fame class and former Eastern Washington University Associate Vice President/Athletic Director Lynn Hickey is among the 2024 inductees. Hickey is one of eight new members to the Hall of Fame and the group will be honored at the 59th Annual NACDA Affiliates Convention at Mandalay Bay Resort in Las Vegas, Nev. on June 10. The NACDA announced its 2024 earlier this month. Hickey w...
Lilac Festival was in Spokane a couple weeks ago. The lilacs are blooming with their sweet smell. The first weekend in May is the Apple Blossom Festival in Wenatchee. When the orchards are in full bloom in Wenatchee with the fruit blossoms, the landscape looks like a blanket of lace has been thrown over the orchards. I grew up in Olympia and at Easter, the Capitol Grounds are adorned with cherry blossom trees. They are just ornamental cherry blossoms, but they are beautiful. Growing up, my dad loved flowers and ornamental...
Tough little sprouts of oats, peas, (not beans) but clover, and barley, thumbed their noses at the weather reports, poked their heads out of the soil and decided to take a chance for frostless nights. Still cold from the grip of this spring’s weather, they shivered a bit, kept their leaves close to their stems and braved the elements. They hoped to join their native friends, the beautiful bright yellow biscuitroot, a plant of the parsley family, Lomatium, that graces either dry rocky hillsides and prairies or in some cases mo...
ROSALIA — Battle Day’s annual fun run hit the ground running on Saturday, June 1. The race began at 8 a.m. and was split into two different distance runs. In the 2.5 mile run, seven competed. While in the 5K, ten individuals competed for the top prize of gift cards. The results for the 2.5 mile run are: 1st - Hattie Mills, 26:05; 2nd - Allie Workman, 27:36; 2nd - BrynLeigh McGuire, 27:36; 4th - Bella Work man, 30:53; 5th - Ayla Schu, 33:09; 6th Alleigh Place, 33:10; 7th - Claire Schu, 37:07; 7th - Anna Mills, 37:07. The 5K...
CHENEY — Illegal dumping is becoming a growing issue in Cheney. Offenders often dump waste late at night to avoid the cost and inconvenience of proper disposal. Illegal dumping includes leaving junk, garbage, or debris on public property, such as roadsides and streets, or placing it in garbage cans, dumpsters, or other receptacles on someone else’s property, unless the containers are designated for public use. This also covers furniture and household goods placed in yards, planting strips, or public rights-of-way, even if...
There are several cogs in the machine that propels baseball’s recent success in the area, most notable the West Plains Little League. But a new addition arrived in 2020 that has helped fill the middle school gap, that being the Medical Lake Dirt Dawgs. The idea of a program that reaches primarily ages 13 to 15 jumped into founder Lance Michaud’s mind after he arrived in Medical Lake with the U.S. Air Force in 2019. A former college player, Michaud landed at Fairchild as its Food Superintendent and was surprised at what he...
LIND — The town will roar to life this weekend as the annual Lind Grand Parade and Combine Derby return to town. The action begins Friday with car and pickup truck racing. Locals and visitors alike with “run what they brung” to Lion’s Club Arena on state Highway 21. Racing is set to begin at 6 p.m. As of press time, racers were still able to get registered for the event by calling Eric Lund at 509-677-3432. Expect racers from across Whitman, Franklin, Adams, Lincoln, Spokane and other counties to be among the field. Saturda...
CHENEY — The West Plains Cannons rebounded from their first loss of the young season and maintained a hot start winning three of four games last week. The Cannons improved to 7-1 overall and 4-0 in Spokane AAA league play with a 7-2 win over the Spokane Bandits, May 28. They followed that with three non-league games, a 5-4 loss to the Coeur d’Alene Lumberman, May 30 and a doubleheader sweep of the Spokane Rawlings Tigers 8-1 and 14-0. Lakeside’s Cy Reeves was dominant on the mound ringing up 11 strikeouts and giving up three...
COLVILLE — Cheney’s AA American Legion Summer Hawks baseball team opened 2024 play June 1 against Colville with a pair of losses in a doubleheader. In a game that remained scoreless through six innings, Colville earned a 3-2 win in the opener and got the sweep with a 10-7 decision in the nightcap. Colville broke the deadlock with a 3-run bottom of the sixth, but Cheney battled back scoring a pair of runs in the top of the seventh in the game in Colville. Leadoff batter Dawes Hanson was hit by a pitch and Nolan McKinnon wal...
