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AIRWAY HEIGHTS – Area residents came together Thursday, July 4, to celebrate U.S. independence with a dazzling display of fireworks. Rockets wheezed upward into the dark sky, exploding in a sprinkle of various colored lights that floated gracefully back to the ground. Families were seen at almost every block, joining in the joyous celebration, according to a resident. While neighborhood displays were impressive, Northern Quest Resort and Casino, in collaboration with the K...
CHENEY – Cheney Public Schools has announced its proposed budget for the 2024-25 academic year, emphasizing transparency, strategic planning, and community engagement in financial decisions. During the June 12 School Board meeting, Finance Director Jamie Reed presented a detailed budget outlining how funds will be allocated to achieve educational goals and serve as a financial blueprint for the district. Reed reported that the expected enrollment for the upcoming year is 5,209 students, with an additional 182 participating R...
CHENEY - Local firefighters contained two brush fires over the last week. One fire broke out at the Salnave Road-Interstate 90 interchange Tuesday night, July 9. The other broke out Wednesday, July 3, off West Jennings Road. At press time, details were not available on the Salnave Road fire. But fire officials reported the West Jennings fire had been contained to about 3 acres. Initially reported as slow-moving, that fire burned about a half-acre before spreading to 3 acres...
CHENEY - The Cheney Depot Society is closing in on its nearly decade-long mission to restore the historic Cheney Depot. According to Depot Society Secretary Susan Beeman, the project's goal is to not only save and restore the depot but also to transform it into a vibrant economic tool for the downtown area. "The mission is to restore the depot so that it can be a centerpiece," Beeman said. "We want to lease it out to a tenant who will turn it into a business, so people will...
CHENEY — The Police Department responded to the following calls from June 17-23: June 17 Approximately $800.00 worth of tools was stolen from a garage on the 400 block of Buena Vista. Gold ring was found and taken into the CPD evidence for safekeeping on the 100 block of West Sixth St. A 2-year-old was found wondering around alone, neighbors were able to locate the family on the 1000 block of Betz Road. A female and male suspect stole $80.00 in merchandise and fled on the 2700 block of Fist St. Crisis on the 300 block of C...
MEDICAL LAKE — The Spokane County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following calls from July 1 - 7: July 1 12:11 a.m. – Medical call at 423 East Lake St 8:02 a.m. – Crisis on 2320 South Salnave Road. 10:21 a.m. – Welfare check on 850 West Maple St. 3:42 p.m. – Assault on 2320 South Salnave Road. July 2 1:22 a.m. – Suicidal person on 623 East Barker St. 8:24 a.m. – SCOPE needed on 124 South LeFevre St. 9:53 a.m. - Welfare check on 821 North Stanley St. 10:35 a.m. – Trespassing complaint on 2320 South Salnave Road. 12:...
AIRWAY HEIGHTS — The Police Department responded to the following calls from July 4- 7: July 4 Jonathan A. Bryant was arrested for criminal trespassing in the first degree at 14300 block of Highway 2 Jennifer L. Simonds was arrested for assault in the fourth degree at the 12500 block of West Frank Street. July 5 Michael J. Wilson was arrested for possession of a controlled substance on the 10400 block of West Highway 2. July 7 John A. Knudson was arrested for driving while license was suspended in the first degree on South L...
REARDAN – One person was killed July 6 when a motorcycle struck a Ford F150 pickup on U.S. Highway 2 east of the city. Christina J. Gernert, 40, of Post Falls, Idaho, was pronounced dead at the scene. Spokane Fire Department officials notified her next of kin. She was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. According to the Washington State Patrol, she was eastbound on her 2020 Harley-Davidson Flathead motorcycle at 6:50 p.m. at the time of the crash. She attempted to pass another vehicle and hit the westbound pickup d...
AIRWAY HEIGHTS – Police have released the names of individuals arrested during a June 26 drug bust here. Nine were arrested on outstanding warrants at 591 S. Easy St. Arrestees are: • Tyler J. Holmes (warrant) • Ryan T. Thomas (DOC warrant) • William Orvalla (warrant, refused by SCJ) • Michael D. Ramirez Jr. (warrant, OR-SCJ) • Gessi K. Duvall (warrant, OR-SCJ) • Kaylee B. Stanz (Fugitive Felony, slip; probable cause affidavit needed within 48 hours) • Brooke N. D. Benton (warrant, OR-SCJ) • Tiffany L. D. Croney (two warra...
CHENEY– The Police Department transitioned to the Spokane Regional Emergency Communications for dispatch services Tuesday, July 9. With the new system, police will also be implementing a new computer system. Previously, the department operated its own dispatching and computer systems. The transition will enhance collaboration and safety for their officers by enabling seamless communication with surrounding agencies, including the Spokane County Sheriff, Spokane Police and Airway Heights. Police will also be going to Crime C...
MEDICAL LAKE – The City Council reviewed s proposal at last Tuesday’s meeting to install a dual port electric vehicle charger at the local library. The proposal was presented by Amber Williams, the Strategic Project Manager at the Spokane County Library District. She said the initiative is part of an ongoing partnership with Avista, which began in 2021 and has already resulted in EV chargers being installed at five other libraries. The project would see the installation of a dual port AC Level 2 charger in the library’s parki...
CHENEY – The City Council approved a $12 million transportation improvement Transportation Improvement Program at its June 25 meeting. According to Public Works Director Todd Ableman, the street plan is estimated at $2.26 million for funded preservation work and $2.51 million for planned grant matching funds. Ableman added the arterial street program qualifies for federal and state preservation funds — staff will apply for the funds. Thr plan is estimated at $7.78 million. “(There are) 5.56 miles of transportation impro...
MEDICAL LAKE – The City Council is reviewing a new regulation aimed at reducing fire hazards by requiring property owners to remove dangerous vegetation and debris. Building Inspector Dave Weisbeck outlined the proposal during a July 2 meeting, explaining that the goal is to mitigate fire risks and improve public health and safety. “It builds on our maintenance code,” Weisbeck explained. “Currently, we treat many issues as nuisances.” The proposed regulation, Title 9 Chapter 9.10.025, requires all property owners and occup...
CHENEY – The city qualifies for $267,640.83 in assistance for active residential utility customers who are either low- or moderately low-income. City Niemeier, Finance Director, presented this resolution to the city council during their council meeting on June 25. She said, “If qualified, some of our utility customers may get $200.” Washington State Department of Commerce offered a Clean Energy Utility Assistance Grant Program. They have partnered with Promise to contact, qual...
CHENEY – Following a June 25 public hearing, the City Council approved spending more than $12 million on street improvements over the next five years. Public Works Director Todd Ableman said the residential street plan is estimated at $2.26 million for funded preservation work and $2.51 million for planned grant matching funds. He added that the arterial street program qualifies for federal and state preservation funds, noting staff will apply for these funds when available. The plan is estimated to cost $7.78 million, he s...
AIRWAY HEIGHTS – The council approved park and recreation’s request for $35,000 to buy two boilers at the meeting on Monday. The decision comes after last week’s discussion to replace the broken boiler for $18,000. The council discussed the necessity of replacing the current boiler system with a more efficient and reliable solution. “The estimated cost to replace the boiler for $18,000 was for an identical unit,” Parks and Recreation Director J.C. Kennedy explained. “We’re looking to replace the system with something more eff...
AIRWAY HEIGHTS — Get ready for a rip-roaring Independence Day celebration. Northern Quest Resort and Casino will be hosting its annual Independence Day Extravaganza starting at 4 p.m. Many activities are leading up to the main event, a drone and fireworks display at 10 p.m. There will be several activities for children, such as bouncy houses. In addition, there will be cornhole, live music, water activities and more. A magic show is also includeded to the event at the casino’s outdoor venue, 100 N. Hayford Road. Before the...
CHENEY – Residents are reminded that it’s illegal to light fireworks within city limits. According to the city municipal code, the personal use of fireworks that produce noise or have the potential to cause a fire is a misdemeanor offense. Professional fireworks displays are exempt. In addition to Cheney, the use of fireworks are illegal in Spokane, Spokane Valley, Millwood, Liberty Lake and unincorporated county areas. Airway Heights, Medical Lake, Spangle, Fairfield and other communities allow fireworks....
FAIRCHILD AIR FORCE BASE - Base leaders and community members gathered June 20 to honor the victims of a tragic shooting that occurred 30 years ago. The memorial observance remembered the lives lost and those affected by the deadliest mass shooting in Spokane County history. On June 20, 1994, Dean A. Mellberg, a 20-year-old former airman, entered the Fairchild Air Force Base hospital annex armed with a MAK-90 assault rifle. His attack began with the fatal shooting of Major Tho...
Airway Heights AIRWAY HEIGHTS — Police reported the following arrests for June 22 to June 30: June 25 Travis W. Ashby, arrested for second-degree assault in the 1900 block of South Lawson Street. Cheney CHENEY — Police responded to the following calls for service from June 24-30: June 24 Joabidiah Crandall arrested for a felony warrant for theft of a motor vehicle in the 1300 block of Third Street. June 25 A $500 bicycle was stolen in the 1000 block of Betz Road. Carlos Herrera arrested for third-degree driving while lic...
AIRWAY HEIGHTS — A June 26 drug raid led to nine arrests. Despite being public record, police have yet to release the names, ages and charges for those arrested. The drug bust followed two suspected overdose deaths, according to police. Officers investigating the overdoses identified a building at 591 S. Easy St. as a site for illegal drug activities, records show. Police executed a search warrant at the address. Arrest warrants were issued warrants for more than 20 individuals on and around the property for various c...
CHENEY - As today is Independence Day, residents of Cheney are reminded that the use of fireworks within city limits is strictly prohibited. According to the city municipal code, the personal use of any fireworks that produce noise including sparklers, or have the potential to cause a fire is a misdemeanor offense. Additionally, the sale of common fireworks within the incorporated areas of Cheney is also forbidden. The only exception to this rule is for professional fireworks displays. Those interested in hosting such events...
CHENEY – The city Fire Department with the assistance of Fire District 3 combated a brush fire near West First and Washington streets in Cheney on June 23. Around 3:30 p.m., both departments along with the Department of Natural Resources firefighters, quickly responded to the fire as the flames were encroaching around the surrounding area. According to Cheney Fire Chief Tom Jenkins, the fire ignited by the railroad tracks behind a house and next to Dow's Excavating business. Despite the potential danger posed by the winds, t...
Fireworks are banned in Spokane County, with exceptions for a few areas such as Airway Heights, in accordance with the Airway Heights municipal code. According to the municipal code, fireworks can only be lit on private property within the city limits under safe measures. This can only be done between the hours of 8 p.m. to midnight. If someone wants to sell fireworks, they need to obtain a permit and only be allowed to sell fireworks such as helicopters, aerials, spinners, Roman candles, mines and sparklers. Others are...
