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During the 1940s, military installations like those in Washington state in the Puget Sound region, at Hanford and Fairchild Air Force Base were protected by World War II-era antiaircraft guns. As the Cold War intensified with the production of more nuclear weapons and faster delivery systems, these protections were replaced with the supersonic Nike Missiles. The exterior of one of the Nike missile bays is at the Needham Hill site, now owned by the Cheney School District. A... Full story
The Cheney High School junior class won the second annual "Buff Puff" Volleyball Tournament, Feb. 23. They defeated the freshmen in the first round and swept the sophomores, 2-0 to win the trophy. All proceeds from the event benefitted the Class of 2017 Senior all-nighter.... Full story
The Eastern Washington men's basketball team did their homework well the past two weeks and as result are sitting in good shape in the Big Sky Conference with one week remaining. The Eagles swept a three-game home stand with wins of 89-77 versus Idaho State, Feb. 25, 82-72 over Weber State, Feb. 23 and on Feb. 17 topped Idaho 77-67. This photo gallery takes a peek at the EWU vs. Idaho State game.... Full story
Three Eastern Washington men's basketball seniors, Felix Von Hofe, Julian Harrell and Jacob Wiley were all honored last Saturday prior to the Eagles' final home game versus Idaho State. This gallery looks at some of those moments.... Full story
The Medical Lake High School JROTC competed in a Silverwings drill competition, held Feb. 25 at the high school. The team performed color guard routines in the morning. In the afternoon, the group went through the armed drill team routine, which included inspection of uniforms, performing regulation marching and expedition of maneuvers.... Full story
Eastern women earn road sweep, home for final regular season games Eastern Washington enters the final week of the regular season in sole possession of the final bye of the Big Sky Tournament, as they currently stand in fourth place with an 11-5 conference record. The Eagles come off a huge road trip where they swept Weber State, 70-42 on Feb. 23 and then scored a crucial victory over Idaho State Saturday, 61-58. It sets up an important two games March 1 at 6:05 p.m. at home versus Southern Utah and then at 6 p.m. Friday,...
The Cheney High School junior class won the second annual "Buff Puff" Volleyball Tournament, Feb. 23. They defeated the freshmen in the first round and swept the sophomores, 2-0 to win the trophy. All proceeds from the event benefitted the Class of 2017 Senior all-nighter. Above: Senior Brock Winegar reaches back in an attempt to stop the ball from landing on his team's side of the net....
The Cheney Storm girls U17 soccer team hit the road for their first national level tournament, traveling to Las Vegas Feb. 17–19 to take part in the 2017 City of Las Vegas Mayor's Cup International Youth Showcase. Cheney's Chapman Auto Group was comprised of 24 teams from all over the U.S. Coach Brian Jody said they lost their first match to Texas' AYSES, 3-1. Texas eventually went on to the finals and lost on penalty kicks. The Storm won their second match versus Illinois' L...
(Note: All schedules subject to change. Consult school or facility websites to confirm.) COLLEGE BASKETBALL Men Thursday, March 2, EWU at Southern Utah, 5:30 p.m. March 4, EWU at Northern Arizona, 3:30 p.m. Big Sky Conference Tournament at Reno Events Center in Reno, Nev. (Opponents and times TBD). March 7, First Round March 9, Quarterfinals March 10, Semifinals March 11, 2017, Championship Women Thursday, March 2, EWU hosts Southern Utah, 6:05 p.m. March 4, EWU hosts Northern Arizona, 6:05 p.m. Big Sky Conference Tournament...
From a team and league standpoint Medical Lake’s progress on the wrestling mat may be seen as quite slow under second-year head coach Josh Edmondson. The Cardinals finished 1-5 in the Northeast A League in the just completed season and 1-4 in Edmondson’s first campaign in 2015-16. But the former Cardinal standout and collegiate national champion sees things in a different light. “I’m very pleased, I’ve been asked this a couple of times (on) how I feel about the season,...
In response to the declining popularity of baseball, Major League Baseball officials have proposed several rule changes in order to make the game’s pace of play a bit quicker. One change that will take affect this season focuses on intentional walks. The MLB agreed to change the rule where instead of having a pitcher throw four balls to walk a hitter, managers can send out a signal that will advance a batter to first base. Most of the proposed rule changes from the MLB, spearheaded by Commissioner Rob Manfred, have been m...
The Eastern Washington men's basketball team did their homework well the past two weeks and as result are sitting in good shape in the Big Sky Conference with one week remaining. The Eagles swept a three-game home stand with wins of 89-77 versus Idaho State, Feb. 25, 82-72 over Weber State, Feb. 23 and on Feb. 17 topped Idaho 77-67. Eastern improved to 20-9 overall and 12-4 in the Big Sky Conference. The Eagles are a game behind North Dakota (13-3), a game ahead of Weber...
Film can be deceiving and nobody knows that more now than Medical Lake head boys' head basketball coach Noel Hachtel. Going on what they saw from video on the Hoquiam Grizzlies, the Cardinal coaching staff figured they had a solid game plan for their regional 1A state playoff game played last Saturday at Cheney High School. Not so as it turned out, and Medical Lake lost 90-75 in a fast-paced loser-out game to the visitors from Grays Harbor on the state's far west side. In...
The pressure hung heavy on freshman Jayda Noble as she stepped to the free throw line with 1 second remaining in her team's 1A regional game against LaSalle and Medical Lake trailing 47-45 last Saturday in the Cheney High School gym. When the first foul shot clanked off the rim, then the tears welled in her eyes because it meant the Cinderella season for the Cardinals had the wheel fall off the carriage on the way to the state championship ball. But it wasn't that miss, nor...
CHENEY Feb. 21 Nolan F. Atoa, 20, was arrested for fourth-degree assault/domestic violence on the 2400 block of University Lane. He was also arrested Cheney Municipal Court warrants for theft and liquor law violations. Second-degree theft was reported on the 400 block of First Street. A cellphone with headphones was taken. Police responded to a domestic violence call on the 800 block of West First Street. While at the residence, it was determined one of the individuals involved had outstanding warrants. Police arrested...
Four Lakes Community Church We are a non-denominational Village Missions Church. We exist to exalt the Lord, to educate and edify the saints and evangelize the lost. Sunday School is at 9:30 a.m. and worship service is at 10:45 a.m. All are welcome. Sunday’s sermon is titled “Being Stirred Up to Holiness and Godliness, 2 Peter 3:1-11-18” by pastor Sean Carney. Our worship services combine contemporary choruses and traditional hymns. Join us for a ladies Bible study every other Tuesday at 6:30 p.m., Wednesday music pract... Full story
Batik artist Nichols Sironka's exhibit "Our Children, A Celebration of Our Lives" is on display at the Eastern Washington University downtown gallery until March 27. The exhibit includes Batik-style paintings and artifacts including a spear (seen here) and jewelry. Sironka, born in Narok in the Rift valley province of Kenya, is a member of the Maasai tribe and has exhibited and sold his art in Kenya, South Africa, the United States and Europe....
Holy and Volz to hold district town hall meeting On Saturday, March 11, Rep. Jeff Holy and Rep. Mike Volz are hosting a town hall meeting to discuss bills and issues before the state Legislature. The meeting begins at 2 p.m., and will be held at the Northwest Museum of Art and Culture (MAC), Eric A. Johnson Auditorium 2316 W. First Ave. in Spokane. The forum is open to the public, and people residing in the 6th Legislative District are encouraged to bring their questions and ideas concerning state government. Pints for...
All events are free unless posted otherwise. To get your event or meeting in the weekly What’s Happening section send an email with date, time, location and event to jmac@cheneyfreepress.com. Cheney • March 3, Light Fitness Hour (adults 50+), Wren Pierson Community Center, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. • March 3, Baby Play and Learn Storytime (ages 0–18 months), 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. • March 3, Free AARP Tax-Aide, community library, Noon – 5 p.m. • March 3, Texas Hold’em (adults 50+), Wren Pierson Community Center, 1 – 3 p.m. • March 3,... Full story
John Aldrete, born June 24, 1951, passed away Feb. 19, 2017 at his home in Medical Lake. John was married for 30 years, he was a top-notch electrician and was loved by everyone who met him. He would always be there to give a helping hand. John's illness was long, but those who knew him before he got sick, knew him to be witty and the life of the party. A date for a service has yet to be determined for John, who will be buried in Ritzville, Wash.... Full story
Lawrence E. Gerken, 91, of Medical Lake died Feb. 12, 2017 at Spokane Hospice House with his wife and family members by his side. Larry was born in Wellfleet, Neb., Aug. 23, 1925 to Paul and Amy (Rust) Gerken, the second of eight children. The family moved to Trout Creek, Mont. where he attended school. During World War II he served in the U.S. Army from December 1943 to March 1946. His division served in the European Theater of Operations with Patton's 9th Army Division. He... Full story
Patricia Lee Soto, 66, of Cheney, passed away Feb. 13, 2017 in Spokane, Wash. Pati was born in Spokane in 1950. She attended Cheney High School where she was a cheerleader. She enjoyed art, dancing, music, movies, crocheting, traveling, the casino and most of all spending time with her family and friends. Pati was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters and brother. Pati is survived by her husband George, four daughters, Staci, Shelly, Trista, Toree and son Chad; four... Full story
Fifty years ago in 1967, the Stare family donated a $250,000 school on an 80-acre site just north of the Cheney city limits for special needs children. The facility would house the program started six years ago by Sister M. Antonia. Due to a lack of proper facilities, her program had been limited to 30 students, the donation makes expansion of the program possible. Learn more about our area’s history at www.cheneymuseum.org....
