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CHENEY - The reality of the true uncertainty of the game hit Cheney girls' basketball coach Meredith Richards quite early in her first year on the job last year at this time. "Losing our senior point guard, Paige Evans, in our second game of the season to a broken wrist was a big hit to our program," Richards wrote in an email. Indeed, it was as Richards had to endure a ninth-place finish in the 10-team Greater Spokane 3A/4A division finishing 5-15 overall, 1-8 in league play....
SPOKANE COUNTY – A tanker truck crash on eastbound I-90 12 miles west of Cheney has left the highway fully blocked. The crash happened around 8:18 a.m. near milepost 266. The tanker rolled over and was engulfed in flames by the time emergency crews arrived. Washington State Patrol (WSP), fire crews, and the Department of Transportation (DOT), and local fire departments responded to the scene. Sgt. C. Bassen and CV1 officer G. Davey are leading the investigation. As of this report, no injuries have been confirmed. I...
SUMMONS FOR PUBLICATION (60 DAYS) IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR SPOKANE COUNTY Case No.: 24-2-03647-32 LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. KAYCI R. SILVA and RANDALL J. SILVA, wife and husband; THE WASHINGTON STATE HOUSING FINANCE COMMISSION; THE SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; AND OCCUPANTS OF THE PREMISES, Defendants. TO THE DEFENDANT OCCUPANTS OF THE PREMISES: You are hereby summoned to appear within sixty days after the date of the first publication of this summons, to...
AIRWAY HEIGHTS – Police arrested David Justin Quesnell, 40, on the 800 block of Russell Street after allegedly leading police on a high-speed chase on Nov. 25. Quesnell has been facing accusations of second-degree assault. According to the Airway Heights Police Department, Officer Baker attempted to stop Quesnell for reckless driving. Instead, Quesnell fled, driving dangerously through the area before being apprehended. Authorities allege Quesnell obstructed police during the arrest and also caused property damage in the p...
CHENEY – As part of preparations for the city's Holiday Hoopla this Friday, the team at Dow's Excavation Inc. decorated the holiday tree on Nov. 25, marking their second year of involvement. Owner Wayne Dow said this year's decorations include festive holiday bulbs alongside the traditional lights, bringing an extra touch to the tree. "We wanted to go beyond just lights and add something special," Dow said, expressing gratitude to Steven Jeffries of SunBelt Rentals for d...
CHENEY—On Nov. 26, the city council advanced its proposed $81.5 million budget for 2025, setting it up for final approval after a public hearing on Dec. 10. Following nearly four hours of discussion, council member Vincent Barthels introduced a new budget consideration: addressing the city’s water system’s high iron content. The council agreed to evaluate the potential costs of flushing the water system to improve quality. If included, this initiative would increase the 2025 budget further. The proposed 2025 budget refle...
CHENEY – Local business owner opens Cheney Auto Care, 107 H St., last month in the downtown area. Chris Gallagher, owner of Cheney Auto Care, open a complete auto care business after a five-year absence from Cheney. Gallagher returns back into the auto repair industry, bringing his expertise and passion for car care to the area. Gallagher's journey with auto repair in Cheney began in 1997 when he opened his first garage, now the site of Basin Feed. After a decade, he r...
Airway Heights AIRWAY HEIGHTS — The Police Department reported the following arrests from Nov. 25 - Dec. 1: Nov. 25 Scott Kaminskas was arrested for intimidating a witness and violation of a protection order on the 900 block of North Malvern Road. David J. Quesnell was arrested for assault in the second degree, attempting to elude police vehicles and reckless driving on the 800 block of South Russell St. Nov. 30 Samuel E. Mahan was arrested for assault in the second degree on the 1900 block of South Hayford Road. Dec. 2 Coi D...
AIRWAY HEIGHTS – Police arrested Jay K. Hoffschneider, 28, on Nov. 22 for driving under the influence (DUI), reckless endangerment, and failing to use an interlock device. The arrest took place near West Betz Road and South Normal Park Road. Hoffschneider has a lengthy criminal record, including a DUI conviction in 2016, multiple theft charges in 2022, and another set of burglary and drug possession charges in 2024. He has also participated in therapeutic and drug court programs but violated their terms on multiple o...
MEDICAL LAKE – The city has adopted its 2025 budget, revealing important changes aimed at improving public safety, parks, and city services. The city plans to increase rates for wastewater and garbage to address funding gaps, while also adding new staff to the recreation and planning departments. At the same time, the city is showing a reduced focus on city beautification and grants. To balance costs, the city will raise utility rates for solid waste and wastewater. Parks investments will include automated bathroom locks, i...
Council introduces $61,000 engineering proposal AIRWAY HEIGHTS – The council considered a $61,000 services agreement supported by a grant from the Department of Ecology for city expansion efforts at the meeting on Monday, Nov. 25. They discussed the need for expansion, with councilman Hank Bynaker stating, “In 2023, we were able to secure a Department of Ecology grant, and this services agreement is for $61,000.” He explained how Airway Heights is under financial strain because the grant is only temporary, and asked the counc...
At the beginning of this year, most small businesses, including single ownership LLCs, became subject to corporate transparency filing requirements under the Corporate Transparency Act. Under the CTA, businesses subject to the law have until Jan. 1, 2025, to file all the beneficial ownership information for each person who has part ownership of their respective enterprise. This law applies to farms and ranches, too. The law is not new, but the reporting requirement is. The CTA was enacted as part of the 2020 Anti-Money...
MEDICAL LAKE – At its Nov. 26 meeting, the School District Board approved the final financial report for the 2023-24 school year, which detailed expenditures of nearly $32 million. The board also addressed various items, including adjustments to competitive bid thresholds, propane contracts, and accommodating eighth-grade athletes for high school basketball. Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Operations, Chad Moss, presented the financial summary: • General Fund: Revenues totaled $30,970,937, while expenses reached $31,2...
A state audit published Nov. 14 found that more than 2,000 people who tapped a fund that benefits only some workers with up to 18 weeks off work with pay — while harming the paychecks of most other workers, including those with low incomes — violated state law by taking money from the state’s unemployment insurance program at the same time. They had their Paid Family Medical Leave and ate up UI benefits, too. The Employment Security Department, which administers bot...
AIRWAY HEIGHTS – City leaders are dealing with a $23,000 tax revenue gap that could impact public safety initiatives and community outreach efforts. During last Monday’s city council meeting on Nov. 25, the city council discussed potential ways to avoid cutting certain city programs. City Manager Albert Tripp said he was concerned the gap might lead to potential cuts to engagement programs, which he said are critical to maintaining the city’s investments in community engagement. “We’ve effectively eliminated city engagemen...
AIRWAY HEIGHTS – The city is working on new housing policies to help more residents become homeowners, due to the Washington state legislatures’s 2023 Missing Middle Bill. Efforts to expand housing options in Airway Heights were discussed during the city council’s Nov. 25 meeting. The bill was passed to address the state’s severe housing shortage, which is intended to give residents options that bridge the gap between single-family homes and high-density apartment buildings, and includes options like duplexes, triplexes, and...
Blackhawk Boosters craft fair CHENEY – The Cheney Blackhawk Booster Club is hosting the annual booster craft fair on Saturday at the high school, 460 N. 6th Street from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be activities and craft vendors. Cheney Comprehensive Plan Open House CHENEY – City of Cheney is hosting a comprehensive plan open house on Dec. 9 from 4 – 7 p.m. at the city’s utility building, 112 Anderson Road. A comprehensive plan is also known as a master plan or general plan for the city. This plan is a strategic document to...
1 years ago Dec 4, 2014 With no public comment received, Cheney City Council closed its 2015 budget hearing and proceeded to unanimously adopt the city’s just over $23.37 million budget. Stage West Community Theater hosted “It’s a Wonderful Life” by taking the audience back in time to the radio station SWCT for the classic Christmas radio drama. News of groundbreaking on a proposed $26 million shuttle loading grain terminal near Four Lakes Nov. 14, surprised City of Cheney officials – and they are hoping project proponent...
MEDICAL LAKE – The State Veterans Cemetery at Medical Lake will host its annual Veterans Holiday Remembrance ceremony on Saturday, December 14, at 12 p.m. Following a brief ceremony, attendees are invited to place holiday boughs on grave sites to honor the memory of veterans. The cemetery, located at 21702 W. Espanola Road, will provide the boughs for the event. The State Veterans Cemetery offers burial services for eligible U.S. veterans who have received an honorable or general discharge. These services extend to their depe...
White Sky, White Sky You’ve swallowed up all of the blue I know what you are doing But I’m almost ready for you. You’ve invited your North Friends to visit The calendar says it is time You might as well just get with it While I am still in my prime. You’ve turned down the outside temperature And sent all the leaves to the ground You’ve chased away most of the wildlife There is not a goose to be found. I’ll gather more wood for the fire Light candles to glow in the night Pour cider to warm up my innards Read stories tha...
WENATCHEE - The Freeman Scotties football team was eliminated in the state quarterfinals by top-ranked juggernaut Okanogan, 36-26, on Saturday, Nov. 30. Playing in Class 2B this year, Freeman was ranked No. 5. The only other Spokane County team to reach the quarterfinals, Gonzaga Prep, met a similar fate. Ranked No. 5 as well, Gonzaga Prep lost, 28-20, to top-ranked Camas in the Class 4A division. In Freeman's game against the Bulldogs, Okanogan capitalized on a dominant...
Seemingly in a blink, 10 years have passed since a moment in time during the most proficient period in history for the Eastern Washington football program. In a span of three years between 2012 and 2014 Eastern were back-to-back-to-back Big Sky Conference champions. (Sure, in 2012 the Eagles shared the crown with Montana State and Cal Poly.) And twice they were just a handful of minutes away from returns to Frisco, Texas and the Football Championship Subdivision national championship. At the heart of that run were head coach...
CHENEY — Several Blackhawks athletes were earned all-league honors in their respective sports for the fall 2024 season. All-Greater Spokane League team honorees included: Football Second team offense Gauge Seubert - OL First team defense: Tristan Huse - DB Second team defense Tank Best - LB Boys cross country First team Samuel Hilton Cameron Frenk Second team Holland Hurd Brayden Martin Girls cross country First team Hannah Ward Wheelchair Caitlin Shaffer Girls swim/dive Coach Jennifer Hochwalt First team 50 & 100 F...
SALT LAKE CITY — Eastern Washington concluded a four-game road trip with an 88-80 non-conference loss to Utah of the Big-12 Conference on Nov. 30. The Utes (6-1) broke away from a two-point halftime edge, 43-41, outscoring the Eagles 45-39 to secure the win in the concluding game of Mountain to Sea Showcase. “I feel heartbroken for these guys,” head Coach Dan Monson said. “They put their heart and soul in that, they stuck to the game plan, and took one of the best three-point shooting team in the country and made them lo...
BASKETBALL: Eagle women dunk Roadrunners, 67-58 CHENEY — Following a road trip, the nets at Reese Court were looking good for Eastern Washington women’s basketball. Eastern (2-5) defeated winless CSU Bakersfield, 67-58, on Nov. 27, snapping a four-game losing streak. “We knew that this was a tough game after a long road trip, with little rest,” head coach Joddie Gleason said. “Holding [CSUB] to single digits in the second quarter won us the game,” After a high-scoring, closely fought first quarter, the Eagles used a 10-2...
