Articles from the February 13, 2014 edition
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Joanna Williams named 2013 Medical Lake Senior Citizen of the Year
At noon, Joanna Williams was greeting guests at the door and having them sign in before they went to their tables. One hour later, she would in front of a podium to receive an... — Updated 2/18/2014
Council advances marijuana ordinance
Cheney’s City Council voted unanimously Tuesday night to move the city’s interim marijuana facility zoning ordinance forward in the process that could result in it becoming law. The council approved Resolution E-196 that... — Updated 2/14/2014
Board of trustees begins search for next president
The EWU Board of Trustees will not waste any time in looking for a replacement for President Rodolfo Arévalo, who is set to retire in the summer. In a statement, EWU board of trustees chair Pat Tanaka said that the board held in... — Updated 2/14/2014
Hallett Elementary PTSO hosts annual carnival
The sound of laughter and happy screaming filled the Hallett Elementary school gym as children played carnival games such as Hole-N-One Golf, Ring Toss and Rad Racer skee ball. The... — Updated 2/14/2014
License fees not good for Medical Lake
Medical Lake now uses SCRAPS to handle pet license’s. For a neutered/spayed dog the price went from $10 to $25. That’s a little steep for people with multiple pets. Not a very good deal for the people of Medical Lake. Thanks.... — Updated 2/13/2014
'Perfect Wedding' wraps up production
Another successful StageWest Community Theatre production has come to a close. We had some good crowds for our production of “Perfect Wedding” by Robin Hawdon. There was a lot of laughter coming from the audiences. We would... — Updated 2/13/2014
What do coal and oil trains bring Cheney?
How does Cheney benefit from coal and oil trains? Cleaner air? Not so much. Healthier population? Not so much. Quieter nights? Not so much. Safer and clearer intersections? Not so much. Priority passage for emergency... — Updated 2/13/2014
Families can benefit from hosting exchange students
Responsible parents looking for ways to supplement the educational and personal growth opportunities for their children should consider hosting a teenage exchange student for an academic semester or year. Children and adults alike... — Updated 2/13/2014
House bill would limit public's ability to be informed about public meetings
Openness is important in maintaining public trust in our governmental organizations. Openness means access to what public officials do. It can be difficult, especially when it comes to obtaining records created by government. But... — Updated 2/13/2014
Bar's behavior unprofessional and unnecessary
A new business has drawn the ire and eyes of many citizens in eastern Washington. Daiquiri Factory, a bar and grill that operates in downtown Spokane, revealed their drink menu that features a drink titled “Date Grape Kool... — Updated 2/13/2014
West Plains Briefs
Libraries closed Presidents Day All Spokane County Library District facilities will be closed Monday, Feb. 17, to observe Presidents’ Day. Regular hours resume Tuesday, Feb. 18. District online services remain available 24/7.... — Updated 2/13/2014 Full story
Whitworth University students qualify for Laureate Society
The following Whitworth University students have been named to the Whitworth University Laureate Society for fall semester 2013: Danielle Burris, Medical Lake and Donna Schrock, Medical Lake. The student(s) qualified for the... — Updated 2/13/2014
Cheney and Medical Lake residents make Dean's lists
The following is a list of Cheney and Medical Lake high school alumni that have been named to their college academic performance lists. Creighton University:Teresa Jensen, Medical Lake. Gonzaga University: Caley Edwards, Medical... — Updated 2/13/2014
Cheney Middle School FLBA sends three to state conference
The Cheney Middle School Future Business Leaders of America Club just completed competition in the 2014 North East Regional Winter Conference at the Eastpoint Church in Spokane Valley. The Cheney Middle School Club was able to... — Updated 2/13/2014
Looking Back
10 Years Ago Feb. 19, 2004 Medical Lake was turned down in its request to Spokane County for $10,000 in funding to assist with improvements to Coney Island Park. Cheney and Rogers... — Updated 2/13/2014
Cheney FBLA Club to head to state conference in April
The Cheney Future Business Leaders of America just completed another very successful 2014 Northeast Regional Winter Conference at the Eastpoint Church in Spokane Valley. Cheney was... — Updated 2/13/2014
Those small, short-lived but splendid snowflakes
Those of us living in the northern half of the country can be forgiven for being tired – at this stage of winter – of shoveling snow. I enjoy the brightness snow can bring to... — Updated 2/13/2014
What's Happening on the West Plains
City of Cheney • Feb. 14, Baby Play and Learn Storytime (0 – 18 months), community library, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. • Feb. 14, StageWest auditions for spring play, Emmanuel Lutheran Fellowship Hall 7 – 8 p.m. • Feb. 14,... — Updated 2/13/2014 Full story
GESCHKE, Bertie I. (Heng)
GESCHKE, Bertie I. (Heng) Passed away on Friday Feb. 7, 2014 in Cheney, Wash. Bertie was born June 21, 1916, in Barnesville, Minn., to John and Elsie (Wilson) Heng. Upon graduating... — Updated 2/13/2014 Full story
Churches
Emmanuel Lutheran Church Emmanuel Lutheran Church invites you to worship with us this Sunday, Feb. 16, as we celebrate the sixth Sunday after Epiphany at 10:30 a.m. Christian education for grade school through adult meets at 9... — Updated 2/13/2014
Like it or not, America is addicted to drugs
A and B are two individuals sitting in the mall arguing. A says,“America is addicted.” B counters, “What are you talking about? Not me, I’m not addicted.” A points a finger in B’s face, “Yes you are. Do you want to... — Updated 2/13/2014
Cheney commission begins hearing on Clay Street rezone
Cheney’s Planning Commission opened a somewhat unusual public hearing Monday night on a proposed rezone that has some local residents not only frustrated about the proposal, but also that the area is even zoned the way it is in... — Updated 2/13/2014
Historic Preservation Commission finally views bylaws
The Cheney Historical Preservation Commission’s first meeting of 2014 featured a look at what might be considered a historical document – one most, if not all, of the members had never seen before. The commission is beginning t... — Updated 2/13/2014
Local dentists provide free smiles for area students
A pair of local dentist offices were filled with smiles last Friday, albeit smiles of the "Open wide" type. The office of doctors Marshall Gibbs and Bob Stockton, along with the... — Updated 2/13/2014
AH plans to talk STEP to Spokane
During the Feb. 10 Airway Heights City study session, Mayor Patrick Rushing announced that the Spokane City Council reversed their decision on the Spokane Tribe Economic Project (STEP). Rushing said he was requested to go to the... — Updated 2/13/2014