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Wearing a hat that's too big, Wyatt Pierson of Cheney takes in Cheney Rodeo action during the Friday night, July 7, performance. The youngster was among many who got an up-close-and-personal look at agricultural athletics....
CHENEY – A free concert held at Sutton Park on July 12 helped introduce some adoptable dogs to potential families. This was the kickoff show for the Cheney Parks and Recreation Summer concert series. Dozens of residents gathered in the park to hear Steve and Kristi Nebel from Tacoma play Americana music as the dogs rolled in the cool evening grass. According to Cheney's Recreation Director Kelly McGinley Ashe, the turnout was good. "It was good to see the crowd sitting and e...
CHENEY — The Lilac City Community Band will perform a summer selection of music at Sutton Parkon July 26. The concert begins at 6:30 p.m. in the park, 805 Washington St. Generally, there are three primary concerts that the band plays in the region throughout the year, according to Richard Nault, a trumpet player in the band. “For these concerts, we play music which the music is more challenging, generally," he said. "For summer performances we play more recognizable music." Originally, the band was connected to Spokane Com...
The following reports were issued by the Cheney Police Department between July 3-9 July 3 Noor I. Al-Farrarj, 21, cited for DUI. 1500 Salnave Road. Third-degree malicious mischief at 100 Block of North Seventh Street. Haglein Park. Domestic violence, argument at 1600 Block of First Street. Reckless burning at 2600 Block of Eaton Lane. July 4 Vehicle stolen, later recovered, 300 Block of Oakland. Graham A. Gunderson, 47, cited for malicious mischief in 100 Block of Third Street. Agency assist at 2500 Al Ogdon Way. July 5...
Netia passed away June 27, 2023. She was born in Kalispell, Mont., to Irene Elizabeth Ann (Gray) and Elmer Ruben Ridenour, Netia was flanked by a prim and proper older sister, Carley Ridenour, and a playful, peppy younger sister, Julie Connolly. Like all sisters, they loved each other to the moon and back (just not as much in the back seat of the car). Netia contracted polio at age 4, just as Elmer harvested the first ears of sweet corn from the family garden. She desperately... Full story
Waterwise, drought tolerant, xeriscaping, drip-irrigation, terms that suggest the value of water, are often in gardeners discussions these days. Resources for more information include online searches, Xerces publications and contacts with the Spokane County WSU Master Gardeners. Master Gardener, Kris Moberg-Hendron, leads the Waterwise Information Program and welcomes gardeners interested in Water Wise landscaping to visit the demonstration gardens at the WSU extension office at 222 N. Havana, in Spokane. Registration is not...
Jarms Hardware to remodel CHENEY — Jarms Ace Hardware, located at 6 Cheney Spokane Road, will begin remodeling the entryway to the store in early September, 2023, according to the store manager. The city gave final approval on the permit application for this project and it will be the first in a series of remodeling projects for the local hardware store. “We’re starting this fall with the entryway facelift,” Aaron Ducharme, store manager, said. “We’re in the process of getting bids for the rest of the project. Down the ro...
CHENEY — The Cheney School District has announced that it will be supporting the summer food service program for children for the duration of summer, 2023. Food must consumed on site; no cash will be accepted, and one fruit, one vegetable, or one grain product may be taken off-site for later consumption. All locations are open Monday through Friday for breakfast from 8 to 9 a.m. and for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Cheney High School: Open June 26 to July 28. Contact: Rita Whittaker, 509-559-4104 Cheney Middle S...
The following events and activities are hosted by the Parks and Recreations Department. July 14: Movie in the Park, Fri., dusk July 15: Drowning Prevention Clinic, Sat., 12 p.m. July 17-21: Nature & Adventure Camp, M-F, 9 a.m. July 17-21: Theater Camp, M-F, 9 a.m. July 17-20: Flag Football Camp, M-Th, 9:30 a.m July 19: Sprinkler Days at Sutton Park, Wed., 12:30 p.m. July 19: Concert in the Park, Wed., 6:30 p.m. July 20: Senior Daytrip to Beck’s Harvest House, Thurs., 10 a.m. July 21: Movie in the Park, Fri., dusk July 22: S...
CHENEY, Wash. — Enjoy an evening with EWU Athletics staff and support our Eagle student-athletes on Friday, Aug. 25. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet new Director of Athletics Tim Collins, take a tour of our facilities, and will get to hear directly from EWU coaches as they discuss the current and future sports seasons of 2023-24 live with Larry Weir. Schedule of Events: 4:30-6 p.m. Social, Silent-Auction & Facility Tours Enjoy hors d’oeuvres in the Phase, meet and greets with coaches and student-athletes, and get...
Many counties in the Inland Northwest prohibit or discourage the sale or use of fireworks. July gardens, however, still explode in color. Red California fuchsia cascades from hanging baskets and walls, the Pow Wow series, echinacea, invite pollinators to their launching pads. Speaking of California, bright orange California poppies open their throats to many species of bees as morning sun teases their petals. Cobalt blue Veronica dazzle the beholder as their blossoms reach for the sun. Green flower heads of Autumn Joy Sedum...
CHENEY - A new authentic Mexican restaurant is open in Cheney. The newest location of the Birrieria Tijuana chain of restaurants has opened at 1204 First St. "I started this brand with three of my best friends." Birrieria Tijuana owner and founder Fredy Zavala said. "My goal is to treat our customers like more than just customers. We want them to have an authentic 'Tijuana' experience." In an effort to diversify his locations, Zavala chose Cheney because of the community and...
Medical Lake Kiwanis and Cheney Garden Club are Proud to Present The Garden of the Month Award To Cathy & Robert Watson, at 112 W. California St. They Received a $25 Gift certificate from The Pizza Factory. Dan Dorshorst, Gail Hennings, Cathy & Robert Watson....
Hostas and fern flourish at1103 Gary St. Bobbi and Brian Ziemer, long time Cheney residents, enjoy keeping their yard looking sharp. They appreciate the award and the gift certificate from Jarm's Ace Hardware....
Medical Lake Kiwanis and Cheney Garden Club are Proud to Present The Garden of the Month Award To Cathy & Robert Watson, at 112 W. California St. They Received a $25 Gift certificate from The Pizza Factory. Dan Dorshorst, Gail Hennings, Cathy & Robert Watson....
The epitome of a warm June afternoon is enjoying ice cold lemonade and fresh oatmeal cookies with my friend Hetty in her garden. We shared secrets and funny stories. We talked of flowers, family and friends. I listened to plans for a new garden by the side of her house. All too soon it was time to part. As I walked through the gate my sorrow in leaving her was comforted knowing hers was a spiritual garden. My advice this week is to enjoy your garden with a friend. Qualities of plants in my garden remind me of this dear soul....
When perusing the treasures found at the Spokane Valley Veteran’s Thrift Store, I discovered quite a few cans of Cabot’s Australian Oil stain. Fifteen dollars for a gallon of stain that normally costs sixty or more seemed like a great deal. Our deck needed to be stained about three years ago and still hasn’t seen one ounce of the good stuff. It looked pretty rough. I bought six gallons of stain with the intent of finally getting to it. Proud of my purchase and feeling ambitious, I planned to stain the deck the next week....
SPOKANE – Hungry veterans in Spokane Veteran’s Home can look forward to some home-cooked, beef-based meals for a while. The Spokane County Cattlemen donated 1,100 pounds of ground beef to the center at 222 E. Fifth Ave. on June 6, organization President Jim Wentland said. Wentland is the President of the Spokane County Cattlemen out of Medical Lake. “We’ve been doing this for three years running,” Wentland said. “Overall, we’ve donated a couple thousand pounds to these folks to help them receive good hearty healthy meals...
MEDICAL LAKE – A big crowd gathered to watch the furry flying fun of the Spokane Disc Dogs 2023 season-opener on June 16. The event was a disc catching competition held in the baseball field at Waterfront Park during the first day of the Founders Day celebration. The format of the sport drew the interest of hundreds of passers-by, and they stopped along the fence line to watch. Bringing in 31 points in two rounds, Bella with her owner Carrie Dugovic, took first place. ...
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REARDAN —High school agriculture teachers from across the state converged on the school’s softball field to participate in the 34th annual Eastside versus Westside softball game Monday, June 19. The educators from the eastern side of the state defeated their rivals 14-9, before shaking hands and dining on pulled pork and sausage nuggets prepared by the school’s FFA state championship barbeque team. “After winning the game two years in a row, we can now be considered a dynasty,” Cheney agriculture teacher Allen Skoog qui...
REARDAN — Police officers from Cheney and Airway Heights showed their support for the Freedom Fair on May 28 at Fox and Goat Ranch. Cheney’s Maria Fell and Airway Heights’ Adam Johnson attended the second Freedom Fair benefiting the Jonah Project, a local non-profit organization that works to raise awareness of human trafficking. Amie Torkelson, who organized the event, invited Fell. “During this year’s Freedom Fair event, I was able to show the support of the Cheney Police Department for their efforts,” Fell said. “I jo...
As part of it's Legacy Plan, Emmanuel Lutheran Church donated $46,878.56 to the Cheney Cupboard to help them provide the community with needed food items....
MEDICAL LAKE - Nearly four dozen students were recognized at the annual Medical Lake Dollars for Scholars scholarship program June 5. A total of $59,125 in scholarships were presented to 44 students by Medical Lake Dollars for Scholars volunteers and more than 15 community organizations, individuals and families. "The Medical Lake Dollars for Scholars has been an incredibly amazing opportunity for me," said Cameron Dickey, a 2021 graduate and four-year scholarship recipient...
