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  • Welcome to My Kitchen

    Laura Estes, Cheney Free Press|Updated Nov 26, 2024

    Thanksgiving will soon be here. By the time this issue of The Record Times is in your hands most area cooks in charge of the Thanksgiving meal will be planning the menu and making a list of tasks to do ahead. If you are planning cornbread dressing, you can make the cornbread several days ahead. Any gelatin salads may be made up to two days ahead, as can dinner rolls. Many side dishes reheat well in a microwave, saving on precious oven time and space. Before we get to the Thanksgiving recipes and tips, if you are planning on p...

  • Senior Journal

    Keely Fournier, Cheney Free Press|Updated Nov 26, 2024

    ‘Tis the Season As the snowy season comes in, scholarship applications are open and ready for you as well as FASFA opening the first of December. Be ready to start writing those application essays and get all your paperwork filled out. I and many seniors in the area want to pursue nursing; the most common nursing programs in the area are Spokane Community College Nursing program, which applications are open now and Eastern Washington University Nursing program, which applications open Dec. 1. Many common jobs graduates t...

  • Grant funds school safety

    Cheney Free Press, Cheney Free Press|Updated Nov 26, 2024

    SPOKANE – NorthEast Washington Educational Service District No. 101 will recieve a $1 million grant to enhance safety in 59 public school districts, 45 state-approved private schools, and four charter schools in a seven-county region. The ESD includes Medical Lake, Cheney and Spangle schools, among others. Funding for the grant comes from the Bureau of Justice Assistance fiscal year 2024 STOP School Violence Program. The project description details that the money will be used for The Safer Schools Northeast Project. The p...

  • Vision Haus celebrates 13 years

    Allan Gainer, Cheney Free Press|Updated Nov 26, 2024

    CHENEY – Vision Haus is marking its 13th anniversary this month, celebrating over a decade of providing eye care to the Cheney community. Founded in 2011 by optometrist Dr. Scott E. Borgholthaus and his wife, Jeannette Borgholthaus, the business at 1867 First St. was inspired by an unexpected visit here. “The first time we came here was for our son’s relay race at the state championship at Roos Field,” Jeannette recalled. “That’s when we realized there wasn’t an eye doctor in this town. It’s a pretty big place, with a c...

  • Thanksgiving 2024

    Margaret A. Swenson, Cheney Free Press|Updated Nov 26, 2024

    Snow on the porch Wet boots on the floor Greetings and hugs by the screen Tables are set The places are claimed Choices of beverage abound Turkey’s been carved The prayers are all prayed Relatives each have been served Coins have been tossed Tall tales are retold Loved ones not present are missed Laughter and tears Some secrets revealed Bonds tighten that once were frayed Time whizzes by Devoid of the world Antics of children take stage Boots now are dry Coats are all cozy Cheeks rosey bright with good cheer Farewells and h...

  • Pull-ups for toys

    Cheney Free Press, Cheney Free Press|Updated Nov 26, 2024

    FAIRCHILD AIR FORCE BASE — Joint Personnel Recovery Agency personnel will be during pull-ups and other exercises for shoppers who participate in their annual Toys-for-Tots drive. Members of the Joint Personnel Recovery Agency are participating in an all-day toy drive on Friday, Nov. 29, outside Walmart, 1221 S. Hayford Road, Airway Heights. In exchange for donations, Air Force personnel will be completing difficult exercises like deadlifts, pull-ups and kettlebell exercises after they shop for a toy to donate. Members of the...

  • Back in the Day

    Allan Gainer, Cheney Free Press|Updated Nov 20, 2024

    1 years ago Nov. 27, 2014 Eastern Washington University football celebrated their third consecutive Big Sky Conference title after beating Portland State 56-34. Cheney vehicles targeted in theft wave as police investigate a rash of thefts from motor vehicles that struck two residential areas in the city this past week. Between Nov. 19-22, 19 incidents of third-degree theft, one third-degree theft and one second degree theft that were reported. Medical Lake City Council passed an ordinance that prohibits the production,...

  • What's Happening, West Plains?

    Allan Gainer, Cheney Free Press|Updated Nov 20, 2024

    Artists annual event MEDICAL LAKE – The 14th Annual Slightly West of Spokane Artists Studio Tour will be held on Nov. 30 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The tour features 13 local artists in 7 different studios on a self-guided tour around the Cheney-Medical Lake area. The event is free to the public. For more information including artists bios, photos and studio locations go to their Slightly West of Spokane web site. Cheney’s 17th Annual Turkey Trot CHENEY – The 17th Annual Turkey Trot takes place on Nov. 28 at the high schoo...

  • The Iron Lion

    Venus Bratsveen, Cheney Free Press|Updated Nov 20, 2024

    What is an iron lion? He or she is a warrior who doesn’t quit. Or rather doesn’t know when to quit. I guess quit is a big no-no word when it comes to lions, especially the human kind. Last night I watched the Mike Tyson- Jake Paul fight. I’m not a boxing fan, so I didn’t understand some of the subtleties of the match. However, it doesn’t take a genius to figure out that match. Jake Paul, a twenty-seven year old boxer in his prime realized a life-long dream of fighting one of the greatest boxers of all time, Mike Tyson, ag...

  • Troop 356 begins Holiday tree fundraiser

    Allan Gainer, Cheney Free Press|Updated Nov 20, 2024

    CHENEY – Boy Scouts Troop 356 will begin their annual Christmas tree sales on Friday, Nov. 29, in the Yoke's Fresh Market parking lot at the corner of Cheney-Spokane Road and 1st Street. The tradition, which starts the day after Thanksgiving, features a selection of real Noble, Douglas fir, and Grand fir Christmas trees, along with wreaths and specialty hot cocoa for sale, according to Michael Hunt, Troop 356 Scoutmaster. Proceeds from the sales support troop activities, u...

  • Blount recognized for community service

    Allan Gainer, Cheney Free Press|Updated Nov 20, 2024

    CHENEY – Tony Blount, Veterans of Foreign Wars Cheney Post 11326, was recognized as one of Eastern Washington University's Hometown Heroes during the first quarter of their football game on Saturday afternoon on Roos Field. Each individual was recognized and honored for their service and contributions to the community. These honorees included military members, first responders, and veterans. Eastern highlighted their sacrifices and dedication of these local heroes in p...

  • Women's auxiliary recognized local veterans

    ALLAN GAINER, Cheney Free Press|Updated Nov 14, 2024

    CHENEY – The Women's Auxiliary of American Legion Post 72 hosted a Veterans Recognition Dinner on Nov. 11 at the Wren Pierson Building. The event brought together veterans from the local community and neighboring Medical Lake, as well as members of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 11326, for an evening of camaraderie and appreciation. Attendees included veterans who served in the Korean War, Vietnam War, and more recent conflicts in the Middle East. Representatives from all f...

  • Cheney mother pens Amazon bestseller

    Allan Gainer, Cheney Free Press|Updated Nov 13, 2024

    CHENEY – On October 23, Kathy Keppel-Colkitt released her book, Will They Hear Me Now?, which went to the number one spot on Amazon's bestseller list within hours according to the author. This powerful work is more than just a story-it's a heartfelt guide to navigating medical advocacy, inspired by a deeply personal tragedy. Keppel-Colkitt's daughter, Brandi Mae Keppel-Colkitt, was a healthy 26-year-old with a master's degree in social work when her life was upended by a c...

  • Popular vote won't give Trump our electors

    Kate Blake, Cheney Free Press|Updated Nov 13, 2024

    Chris Cargill says a national popular vote would result in Washington state’s electoral votes going to Donald Trump in the last election. The whole point of a national popular vote is to eliminate the electoral college, so there would be no electoral votes. Washington would be on record as not having a majority of voters who chose Donald Trump, but he would not be granted our electoral votes since there wouldn’t be any. Kate Blake Tacoma...

  • What's Happening, West Plains?

    Allan Gainer, Cheney Free Press|Updated Nov 13, 2024

    Artists annual event MEDICAL LAKE – The 14th Annual Slightly West of Spokane Artists Studio Tour will be from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 30 The tour features 13 local artists in 7 different studios on a self-guided tour around the Cheney-Medical Lake area. The event is free to the public. For more information including artists bios, photos and studio locations go to their Slightly West of Spokane web site. Cheney’s 17th Annual Turkey Trot CHENEY – The 17th Annual Turkey Trot takes place at 9 a.m. Nov. 28 at Cheney High School, 460...

  • Back in the Day

    Allan Gainer, Cheney Free Press|Updated Nov 13, 2024

    1 years ago Nov. 20, 2014 Cheney City Council unanimously approved a pair of ordinances at their Nov. 12 meeting, setting annual increases to the city’s regular property tax and emergency medical services levies. Medical Lake Citizens Deer Advisory Committee took a couple of steps toward addressing the city’s deer population at ts Nov. 12 meeting. Cheney High School graduate, Benjamin Newkirk, 39, died last week while climbing the 10,047-foot middle sister mountain in Oregon’s Three Sisters Wilderness west of Bend. 20 years...

  • The Perils of Dressing in the Dark

    Lucinda Saue, Cheney Free Press|Updated Nov 13, 2024

    I have a penchant for early awakening each morning, long before my husband greets the morning. As a result, I strive to leave our bed with as little noise or movement as possible. This means, my wardrobe for the day is by my bed, handy to be grabbed and put on, without aid of any lights. Usually my efforts proceed without difficulty. However, on occasion, there are unforeseen consequences. An especially busy week, or distracted bedtime, and the pile of potential clothes can proliferate unconsciously. So there I am, in the...

  • Recipe for Hydroponic Gardening

    Margaret A. Swenson, Cheney Free Press|Updated Nov 13, 2024

    November 2024 Yearning for fresh produce from your garden? Hydroponics, water gardening, offers an alternative to waiting for next summer’s yields. Tired of wilted lettuce on your BLT’s? Look for Butter Crunch lettuce in the produce section of your grocery store. You know, the rooted, cupped leaves in the ‘corsage like’ containers? Before cleaning the leaves, cut them about an inch or so above the crown of roots. Leave the soil on and plop the roots in a ramekin or other small dish. Cover the roots with water, about 1/4 cup....

  • Eastern partners with Toys for Tots

    Allan Gainer, Cheney Free Press|Updated Nov 13, 2024

    CHENEY, Wash. — Eastern Washington University Athletics has announced a partnership with the Eastern Washington University Veterans Resource Center and Spokane Toys for Tots for the upcoming basketball season. This collaboration aims to support the local community by expanding donation efforts and spreading holiday cheer to children in need. Throughout the season, Eastern will collect toy donations at five men’s and women’s basketball games. Fans attending games at Reese Court can drop off toys at designated collection boxes...

  • Wheat farmers face challenges

    Rick Haverinen, Cheney Free Press|Updated Nov 13, 2024

    RITZVILLE — It’s not going to surprise many people that the wheat market is in no way a method to get rich quick. “It’s down,” Washington State University regional extension specialist Aaron Esser said about the wheat farmer’s market price. “It’s way down. I can go back over 10 years and find when the price of wheat was significantly higher than what it is currently, but I think it’s well below the cost of production for most producers, especially if you start looking at their true cost of production. “I’m not sure what it lo...

  • Fall respite

    Roger Harnack, Cheney Free Press|Updated Nov 13, 2024

    A bull moose takes a break on a knoll at a wetland area along Cheney-Spangle Road. This time of year, the moose is known to frequent this area, prompting motorists to stop for a photograph....

  • Back in the Day

    Allan Gainer, Cheney Free Press|Updated Nov 7, 2024

    1 years ago Nov. 13, 2014 Cheney Parks and Recreation Department was one of 15 organizations in King, Pierce and Spokane counties recently honored by the Raikes Foundation for providing “high quality out of school time programs by young people as part of its Youth Program Quality Initiative.” Westwood Middle School students, staff and guests honored almost 100 men and women of U.S. armed forces veterans for their service at the school’s annual Veterans Day program on Nov. 10. Medical Lake cross country team won 1A state...

  • An Interesting Character

    Lucinda Saue, Cheney Free Press|Updated Nov 7, 2024

    Who was she and why is she acting to weird? First impressions are important, and she makes an indelible one. The clothes are astonishing. She is not one to wear subdued hues, no gray, pastels or beiges for her. And she didn’t tiptoe around. No, she went everywhere taking giant strides as though she was heading to the finish line of a race, and coming in first, of course. In the same way, she greeted every day with gusto and curiosity, jumping out of bed and into whatever colorful costume brought her joy that day. For some p...

  • How time flies by

    Keely Fournier, Cheney Free Press|Updated Nov 7, 2024

    As we wrap up our last Halloween and homecoming in high school, let’s look back at these memories. Cheney High School had its football homecoming game Oct. 18 versus Mead High School, unfortunately losing 0-42. Following the Blackhawks, the Medical Lake Cardinals played the Kodiaks from Leavenworth for their homecoming football game Oct. 18, losing 14-42. My home team — the Tekoa-Rosalia Timberwolves — played the Waistburg Cardinals and losing 6-14, we almost won but in the last minute the Cardinals scored. We are also exper...

  • Medical Lake school board addresses policy changes

    Allan Gainer, Cheney Free Press|Updated Nov 7, 2024

    MEDICAL LAKE – During its last meeting, the School Board conducted a second reading of school improvement plans and parental input policies. They will be addressed on the third reading in its next meeting. The first policy under review, Board Policy 3241, focused on student discipline. The district removed references to alternative forms of discipline that had been considered or attempted in the past. Additionally, it was decided that principals and certified staff at each school would no longer be responsible for d...

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