Looking Back

1 Years Ago

Feb. 12, 2004

For the second time in two years, the campus at Eastern Washington University was closed and evacuated because of a bomb threat. Receipt of a written note about 2 a.m. at University House, and follow-up messages found at Pence Union Building made the threat seem real.

An effort was underway to save Cheney’s 120-year-old SterlingMoorman house located at 308 Fourth St., following its purchase. Buyer, Mike Nation, said his plans for the property did not include remodeling but the structure could be moved.

Two-time defending state champion Garrett Johnson got a crucial w...