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  • PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press|Updated Aug 19, 2024

    PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF SPOKANE No. 24-4-01552-32 In the Matter of the Estate of: MARY L. LEISLE Deceased. The personal representative named below has been appointed and has qualified as the personal representative of the Estate of MARY L. LEISLE. Any person having a claim against the decedent MUST, before the time such claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided by RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to...

  • PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press|Updated Aug 19, 2024

    PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR SPOKANE COUNTY NO. 24-4-01465-32 In the Matter of the Estate of Irene Van Leuven, Deceased. The Personal Representative, Richard S. Van Leuven has been appointed as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing either to...

  • PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press|Updated Aug 19, 2024

    PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF SPOKANE Case No.: 24-4-01525-32 In the Matter of the Estate of: RALPH V. SCHOESLER, Deceased. The personal representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving...

  • PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press|Updated Aug 19, 2024

    PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF SPOKANE NO. 24-4-01524-32 In the Matter of the Estate of: JOYCE A. BROWN, Deceased. The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or...

  • PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press|Updated Aug 19, 2024

    PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR SPOKANE COUNTY No. 24-4-01335-32 In the Matter of the Estate of: GLADYS G. SMITH, Deceased. The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent that arose before the Decedent’s death must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving o...

  • PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press|Updated Aug 19, 2024

    PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 SUPERIOR COURT, STATE OF WASHINGTON, SPOKANE COUNTY No. 24-4-01531-32 In the Matter of the Estate of: KARLE LYNN WARREN, Deceased, The personal representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the personal represe...

  • PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press|Updated Aug 19, 2024

    PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR SPOKANE COUNTY CASE NO. 24-4-01565-32 Estate of: SARA CHRISTINE WAGENMAN, Deceased. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE The above Court has appointed the undersigned as Administrator of Decedent’s estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must present the claim: (a) Before the time when the claim would be barred by any applicable statute of limitations, and (b) In the manner provided in RCW 11.40.070: (i) By filing the original of the claim with the foregoing Court a...

  • Probate NOTICE TO CREDITORS

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press|Updated Aug 19, 2024

    Probate NOTICE TO CREDITORS Case No. [24-4-00229-32 Estate of Jerrold J Peterson, Deceased. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed as Personal Representative of the above estate. All persons having claims against the deceased must, within four months after the date of first publication of this notice, present their claims to the undersigned or they may be barred. Date of First Publication: 8/1/2024 Wendy Carey, Personal Representative 709 N Knudson St Liberty Lake, WA 99019 509-868-6155 Published...

  • NOTICE TO CREDITORS

    Liz Powell, Cheney Free Press|Updated Aug 19, 2024

    NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW § 11.28.240) in the superior Court of the State of Washington in and for the County of SPOKANE No. 24-4-01279-32 In the Matter of the Estate of: MURRAY C. SOKOLOFF, Deceased. The person named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW § 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Pers...

  • Korean BBQ restaurant opens in Cheney

    Allan Gainer, Cheney Free Press|Updated Aug 19, 2024

    CHENEY – Cheney's food scene is about to get a boost with the opening of a new Korean BBQ restaurant this week in downtown. Wings Pan, the brainchild of Augy Park, offers a menu featuring handcrafted Buffalo wings, Korean fried chicken, Bulgogi (Korean BBQ) bowls, and more. "I have been developing the perfect chicken wings for two years," said Park, the owner of Wings Pan. Inspired by Buffalo Joe's in Chicago, known for its iconic wings that draw people from miles around, a...

  • Refueling Wing wins Omaha Trophy

    Allan Gainer, Cheney Free Press|Updated Aug 14, 2024

    FAIRCHILD AIR FORCE BASE – The 92nd Air Refueling Wing was honored with the 2023 Omaha Trophy in the Global Operations category during a ceremony here Aug. 7. U.S. Air Force Gen. Anthony Cotton, the commander of U.S. Strategic Command, presented the award to the wing for its exceptional performance and contributions to global operations. The 92nd Air Refueling Wing played a pivotal role in the world's largest air refueling mission, a critical operation that underpinned the P...

  • Rock Ridge Jams at Blue Waters Bluegrass Festival

    Allan Gainer, Cheney Free Press|Updated Aug 14, 2024

    Rock Ridge's Banjo player Dale Adkins, guitar player and singer Josie Grant and mandolin player Josh Adkins jam through a rhythmic tune that had a few spectators dancing at the annual Blue Waters Bluegrass Festival last weekend. The festival highlighted bluegrass players across the country as well as local talent who took the stage and performed before bluegrass enthusiast. The festival also highlighted a farmers market and other events for kids of all ages. See Page A8 for...

  • Voters approve EMS tax levies

    Allan Gainer, Cheney Free Press|Updated Aug 14, 2024

    CHENEY — Both Airway Heights public safety levy and Cheney’s Fire Department Emergency Medical Service levy have gained more ground since election day last week at 627-580 and 1,523-430 respectively. If it holds, Airway Heights will be able to employ more police officers and equipment to handle the rise of crime by 133% in the last five years. Cheney Fire Department will be able to continue servicing the community with medical assistance on their calls. In contrast with the successes of the two levies, the 2024 primary ele...

  • Lamont school faces negligence trial

    Teresa Simpson, Cheney Free Press|Updated Aug 14, 2024

    LAMONT — The School District will face trial over alleged negligence following a hearing Friday, Aug. 9, in Whitman County Superior Court. The district had moved for a summary judgment to dismiss a lawsuit brought about by former Lamont Middle School student Amber Jolie Berg of Sprague, now 19. Berg had filed suit against the district Aug. 17, 2021, claiming the district discriminated against her and failed to protect her. Visiting Adams County Superior Court Judge K. Peter Palubicki presided over Friday’s hearing. He gra...

  • Ecology fines Airway Heights company $32,000

    Clare McGraw, Cheney Free Press|Updated Aug 14, 2024

    AIRWAY HEIGHTS – A local metal coating and engraving company has been fined $32,000. Spokane Galvanizing, was fined $32,000 by the state Department of Ecology for mishandling dangerous waste and contaminating soils. The company, known for galvanizing steel by cleaning and etching the metal with corrosive chemicals and acids before coating it in hot zinc, failed to manage waste properly, Ecology officials said. A June 2023 inspection revealed that Spokane Galvanizing had allowed corrosive waste to spill outside its facility, p...

  • Public Records

    Keely Fournier, Cheney Free Press|Updated Aug 14, 2024

    Airway Heights AIRWAY HEIGHTS — The Police Department reported the following arrests from Aug. 6-11: Aug. 6 Patrick B. Stone arrested for first-degreecriminal trespassing in the 14300 block of West Highway 2 Vanessa J. Rodriquez arrested for fourth-degree assault-domestic violence in the 10700 block of West Highway 2 Aug. 7 Fletcher M. Wilson arrested for fourth-degree assault-domestic violence in the 14300 block of West Highway 2. Rodney A. Redmond arrested for fourth-degree assault -domestic violence in the 13100 block o...

  • Dispatch transitions to support specialist

    Clare McGraw, Cheney Free Press|Updated Aug 14, 2024

    CHENEY – At the council meeting on July 23, City Manager Mark Schuller provided an update on the new contract for Teamsters Union Local 690, covering the transition of former dispatchers to police support specialists for 2024-2026. This transition is part of the city’s integration into a regional dispatch system. “This is your first look at the draft agreement with the Teamsters,” said Schuller. “The Teamsters represent our former dispatchers, now transitioning to police report specialists.” The new roles for police supp...

  • New route planned for residents

    Clare McGraw, Cheney Free Press|Updated Aug 14, 2024

    AIRWAY HEIGHTS – City officials presented the 90% design phase of the Sixth Avenue Extension Project, showcasing plans for a new route to enhance local access and promote sustainable urban development last Monday. Planning Director Heather Trautman led the presentation, highlighting the project’s role within the broader 6-12 Avenue Corridor Program. “This project aims to provide an alternative route for residents and businesses while incorporating multi-modal elements that reflect community input,” Trautman said. The design...

  • City restricts outdoor fires

    Allan Gainer, Cheney Free Press|Updated Aug 14, 2024

    CHENEY – The city is restricting outdoor recreational fires and open burning. The city defines recreational fires as any outdoor fire that does not use a chimney, such as those in backyard fire pits or campfires using chopped firewood or charcoal. City officials said all open burning, including of fields or yard waste, is prohibited. However, manufactured portable outdoor devices like fireplaces, chimneys, barbecues, and patio warmers are allowed — if used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Approved fuels...

  • Teacher contract discussion underway

    Allan Gainer, Cheney Free Press|Updated Aug 14, 2024

    CHENEY – Local teachers were planning a rally Tuesday afternoon to put pressure on School District officials to come to an agreement on a contract. The protest was set to begin at 1:15 p.m. in front of Cheney Middle School; the newspaper went to press before the event began. School District officials were unable to be reached for comment on deadline. Cheney Education Association union officials and School District leaders have been meeting since May to negotiate a new collective bargaining agreement for the 2024-25 school y...

  • Top dog

    Olivia Harnack, Cheney Free Press|Updated Aug 14, 2024

    Winnie the miniature dachshund looks up at a larger dog during the annual Hot Rockford car show on Saturday at the Southeast Spokane County Fairgrounds. The show attracted 176 entries. For local entries on the car show, see Page B5....

  • Treatment plants receive awards

    Allan Gainer, Cheney Free Press|Updated Aug 14, 2024

    OLYMPIA – The state Department of Ecology honored three area wastewater treatment plants with Outstanding Performance Awards last week. The recipients include Cheney Wastewater Treatment Plant, Fairchild Mobile Home Community Wastewater Treatment Plant and Liberty School District #362 Wastewater Treatment Plant. Statewide, more than 300 wastewater treatment plants are maintaining the health of rivers, lakes, wetlands and Puget Sound, Ecology officials said. These facilities manage the waste generated by homes and b...

  • News Briefs

    Allan Gainer, Cheney Free Press|Updated Aug 14, 2024

    Teachers credit union buys Community Bank LIBERTY LAKE – Spokane Teachers Credit Union have enter into purchase and assumption agreement to acquire and assume substantially all the assets and liabilities of Community Bank, last Tuesday. Community Bank has 10 branches in Wallowa, Union, Umatilla and Baker counties in Oregon and Walla Walla and Asotin Counties in Washington along with $550 million in total assets. If approved by the regulatory agencies, all Community Bank branches would transfer to STCU and become part of i...

  • Initiatives target state greenwash effort

    Roger Harnack, Cheney Free Press|Updated Aug 14, 2024

    Under outgoing Gov. Jay Inslee, the state has been greenwashing just about everything it can. What is greenwashing? It’s the act of using false or misleading claims that an action will have a positive impact on the environment. This November, voters will have an opportunity to undo some of the greenwashing done by the Inslee Administration and state agencies. Two initiatives on the ballot are designed to restrict government agencies from continuing policies that have l...

  • Boeing's restart restores hope

    Don C. Brunell|Updated Aug 14, 2024

    Kelly Ortberg’s appointment as new Boeing CEO and the company returning its headquarters to Seattle are promising steps toward rehabilitating the aerospace giant started over a century ago. The Seattle Times editorial summarized it best: “Dare we hope?” Ortberg has a sterling reputation, vast aerospace experience, and a record of accomplishment. Hopefully, his experience and success pave the way for Boeing to re-emerge as the pinnacle of aerospace---where it was before the C...

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