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On Saturday, Dec. 7, I had the enjoyment of attending my daughter’s graduation from University of Idaho. As a father, I enjoyed kicking back in the stands and watching the next Harnack generation matriculate. And, as you would expect, I was as proud as any dad in the crowd. Aside from being Dad and enjoying the fanfare and Pomp and Circumstance, however, one part of the ceremony didn’t sit well with me — the push for so-called “DEI,” or diversity, equity and inclusion...
Where do you see yourself in 5 years? Who is around you, and where do you see yourself? We have been asked this since we were in first grade. Now it’s time to figure it out, try to volunteer, start an internship, and apply for a job that isn’t in the field you think you want to pursue. Volunteering and internships are not only in some places a requirement to graduate but are an amazing way to help the community. I volunteer for a local hospital and have learned true compassion and patience, being a part of a community whe...
CHENEY – A semi-tanker crash on Interstate 90 claimed the life of a driver last Thursday morning at 8:18 a.m. According to the Washington State Patrol's report, the vehicle slipped on the ice and rolled over prior to catching on fire at milepost 266, five miles west of Cheney. Washington State Department of Transportation closed I-90 in both directions between the Salnave exit (MP 264) and the Four Lakes exit (MP 271) as vehicles took alternate routes through Medical Lake, C...
Santa pictured on his seasonal trip around Airway Heights, near the apartments by Aspen Grove Park, on Wednesday, Dec. 4. He gave out candycanes to all the local kids. Not pictured: the Grinch....
CHENEY – The festive spirit filled Cheney's downtown on Dec. 6 as the city celebrated its annual Holiday Hoopla, signaling the start of the holiday season. Sponsored by the Cheney Members Association, the event transformed the downtown corridor into a hub of cheer, featuring open businesses, activities for children, and a grand finale tree lighting ceremony. At 7:45 p.m., hundreds of residents gathered near the city library for the much-anticipated tree lighting. Mayor C...
CHENEY – William Thomas (Tom) Trulove, a transformative figure in Cheney's history and an economist, passed away on Dec. 2 at the age of 81. Trulove, who served as Cheney's mayor for five terms, dedicated his life to public service and the betterment of his community. His tenure in public office spanned decades, including roles on the city council and planning board, as well as leadership positions on county and statewide boards. Trulove first made history in 1978 when he b...
CHENEY – The U.S. Postal Service has released its guidelines for ensuring packages and mail reach their destinations by Dec. 25. Customers are encouraged to plan ahead and follow these suggested mailing deadlines: • Dec. 16: Ground shipping to Alaska and Hawaii. • Dec. 18: Ground shipping for the lower 48 states and first-class mail (letters and cards). • Dec. 19: Priority Mail service for the lower 48 states. • Dec. 20: Priority Mail Express service to Alaska and Hawaii. • Dec. 21: Priority Mail Express service for the low...
CHENEY – The Future Business Leaders of America chapter at Cheney High School is rallying the community to help those in need this holiday season by collecting funds and gifts. Club members have set up donation boxes at businesses across the West Plains, encouraging contributions of clothes, toys, and other items for children and families in need. The club will be distributing the gifts, clothing and other items on Friday from 4 – 7 p.m. Last year, club president Rylan Raj...
Federal Government Affairs contract approved AIRWAY HEIGHTS – The City Council voted unanimously to enter into a new contract for federal government affairs services with Culton Consulting LLC during its Dec. 2 meeting. This agreement aims to address key priorities in transportation and water infrastructure. Under the agreement, Culton Consulting will provide government relations services, including researching federal funding opportunities, lobbying Congress, and engaging federal agencies such as the U.S. Department of T...
Airway Heights AIRWAY HEIGHTS — The Police Department reported the following arrests from Dec. 2 - 5: Dec. 2 Zachary M. Hicks was arrested on South King Street and West 3rd Avenue for driving without an ignition interlock device. Dec. 3 Cheyanne R. Cooper was arrested for third-degree assault on the 13600 block of West 6th Avenue. Dec. 4 Ervin C. Scolnic was arrested for driving under the influence on the 14300 block of West Highway 2. Dec. 5 Zachary M. Hicks was arrested for second-degree assault and two counts of f...
AIRWAY HEIGHTS – A local man is facing multiple charges in connection with a Dec. 4 domestic violence incident. Zachary Mackenzie Hicks, 32, of Airway Heights, was arrested on the 100 block of S. Aspen St. He is being held in the Spokane County Jail on $7,500 bail on charges of second-degree assault (strangulation), two counts of fourth-degree assault-domestic violence and second-degree malicious mischief-domestic violence, records show. Hicks also faces a $25 bond for a separate charge for operating a vehicle without an i...
AIRWAY HEIGHTS – The Airway Heights City Council adopted the city’s 2025 budget during the Dec. 2 meeting, marking the culmination of months of planning and public hearings. The $66 million budget outlines estimated revenues and proposed expenditures across all city funds, ensuring the municipality’s financial needs are met for the coming fiscal year. The process included public hearings held on Nov. 4 and Nov. 18, giving taxpayers the opportunity to provide input. The final budget was confirmed not to exceed lawful tax l...
Brendan Carr, the senior Republican on the Federal Communications Commission, has been namedthe next FCC chairman by President-elect Donald Trump. Based on his past and current statements, a large change in the direction of the FCC should be expected. A few key takeaways: Net Neutrality Carr was part of the initial repeal of the net neutrality rules in 2017, and has continued to decry their reinstatement. As I’ve argued in the past, the FCC would be wise to avoid reinstating these rules as they overstep the scope of the FCC...
I-2066, “Protect Energy Choice,” was a light in the darkness for Washington state conservatives on election night last month. It was one of the few victories claimed by Republicans in a state dominated by Democrats. But what picture does this win paint? What can we learn and how can we grow from this victory? We believe the success of I-2066 establishes a numerical map toward victory that we can leverage to our advantage in future elections. For background, Initiative 2066 gave voters the power to protect natural gas for hea...
MEDICAL LAKE – Medical Lake is nearing its deadline to decide how to use the remaining American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, as outlined during the Dec. 3 City Council meeting. Finance Director Koss Ronhault broke down the leftover allocations: • $105,738 for downtown beautification • $46,907 for city technology • $106,408 for a kitchen remodel “We went through the process of ‘how to use those funds,’” Ronhault explained, adding that $300,000 remains uncommitted, including interest. Ronhault recommended committing the...
AIRWAY HEIGHTS – Two people were injured in a head-on collision Thursday morning on U.S. Highway 2, one mile west of the city. The crash occurred around 8:50 a.m. when Richard L. Hall, 50, of Springdale, lost control of his eastbound 1998 Ford Ranger on the icy roadway. The vehicle crossed the two-way left-turn lane and struck a westbound 2017 Ford Explorer driven by Sandra L. Martin, 54, of Airway Heights, head-on in the westbound left lane. Both drivers sustained injuries and were transported to Sacred Heart Medical C...
William Thomas (Tom) Trulove, age 81 of Cheney passed away on Dec. 2, 2024. Tom had a life commitment to and passion for public service which included 5 terms as Mayor of Cheney, service on the Cheney city council and on the Cheney planning Commission. He also served as Chair of the Northwest Power Planning Council as well as on many regional, state, and local boards and commissions. Tom graduated from Klamath Union High School in Klamath Falls, Oregon and University of...
The family ask to come and celebration Jim's life with us. Jim's memorial service is scheduled for Dec. 21, 2024, at 2:00 at Cheney Funeral Home....
