Articles from the December 25, 2014 edition
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CMS track to be named after local couple
Few people would argue there are individuals more influential when it comes to creating good Cheney cross country and track and field athletes and programs than Lawson and Ruth Van Kuren. In fact, few would dispute that the long-ti... — Updated 12/26/2014
Looking Back
10 Years Ago Dec. 30, 2004 Medical Lake's gambling tax, first imposed in 2003 as a 2 percent tax on gross receipts from pull-tabs and punch cards, would remain in effect in the New... — Updated 12/26/2014
What's Happening on the West Plains
City of Cheney • Dec. 26, Baby Play and Learn Storytime (ages 0 – 18 months), community library, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. • Dec. 29, Dance Class, Wren Pierson Community Center, 7:15 – 8:15 p.m. • Dec. 30, Senior Light... — Updated 12/26/2014 Full story
A pie for Christmas, and an act of kindness
It was a plain house where Jack Anderson and his mother, Rachel, lived. The walls needed paint and the front steps were rough. Their elderly friend, Harry, who lived across the street, sometimes tripped on those steps. While every... — Updated 12/26/2014
Remember to count your blessings
Tis the season to think about our blessings. With all that is going on in the world, let us remember to be thankful for and pray for our policemen. They have a difficult job in so many ways that we cannot even begin to comprehend.... — Updated 12/26/2014
Inslee's carbon gas tax proposal is proactive
Gov. Jay Inslee’s carbon tax proposal isn’t “filled with holes,” as the opinion piece in the Thursday, Dec. 4, 2014, charges, but the piece itself is. Its most egregious flaw is the oft-repeated contention by “deniers... — Updated 12/26/2014
Over the river and through the woods to grandmother's house
Recently I ventured into what we officially call the “Fourth Bedroom,” in our house. Years ago it served as a bedroom for one or more of our kids. It’s been a home-office,... — Updated 12/26/2014
Some things to consider for the new year
As 2015 approaches fast, Tis the season for New Year’s resolutions and predictions. This editorial is about none of those. Rather, we’d like to present a short list of things we’d like to see or begin to see take place in... — Updated 12/26/2014
West Plains Briefs
VFW accepting members The Cheney Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 11326 is always looking for new members. Membership requirements are you must be a U.S. citizen or national, must have served in the U.S. armed forces and be currently... — Updated 12/26/2014 Full story
Cheney DECA competes for state shot
Cheney High School DECA students took part in the annual Area 11 competition Dec. 8 at Spokane Falls Community College. DECA advisor Jeff Pike said the 22 students in the two... — Updated 12/26/2014
Airway Heights preps for Youth Commission
The Airway Heights Parks and Recreation Department held an informational meeting Dec. 19 for the city’s Youth Advisory Committee (YAC). Department staff, along with several youth discussed goals and programs they would like to... — Updated 12/26/2014
Michael Anderson Awards
Third-grade teacher Shannon Vickrey and her class during Michael Anderson's November/December awards. They won the golden music stand for the month of November.... — Updated 12/26/2014
West Plains Fire Academy graduates 23 recruits
The West Plains Fire Academy held the graduation of its second 2014 class on Thursday Dec. 18 at Medical Lake High School. The academy consists of firefighter recruits from Airway H... — Updated 12/26/2014
Medical Lake School board approves policies
The Medical Lake School board of directors wrapped up another year Dec. 16 with a short meeting. In action items, the board approved the first reading of the updated policy P2161 — Special Education and Related Services for... — Updated 12/26/2014
Suspect in Maverick robbery arrested
The Cheney police have apprehended a 16-year-old male who allegedly robbed the Maverick gasoline and convenience story early last Tuesday morning, Dec. 16. According to a Police Department press release, at approximately 12:45 a.m.... — Updated 12/26/2014
Oakes is named as Cheney Police Department's 2014 Officer of the Year
Cheney Police Officer Chris Oakes has been named the department's 2014 Officer of the Year. Oakes was one of five Police Department officers nominated, and selected by a committee... — Updated 12/26/2014
Jazzing it up
The Medical Lake middle and high school jazz bands performed a concert at Lakeland Village, Dec. 12, to kick off the institution's winter festival.... — Updated 12/26/2014
Law enforcement agencies partner for statewide DUI patrols
If you choose to drive while impaired this holiday season, there are 120 police agencies around Washington committed to making sure you are arrested and successfully prosecuted.... — Updated 12/26/2014
Petrucelly reflects on Medical Lake clinic's success
The Medical Lake Physical Therapy's motto is "keep it movin," and it's been doing that for the last nine years. Owner Dr. Nola Petrucelly opened the clinic in 2005 on Lake Street.... — Updated 12/26/2014
Waiting to send greetings
After receiving their candy canes from Cheney firefighters, a number of children along the Fire Department's Candy Cane Ride route near Salnave Elementary stayed around to wish... — Updated 12/26/2014
Looking out for furry family members at holiday time
With all the food and festivities, keeping pets safe during the holidays can be a challenge. But furry family members will be just fine with some simple precautions. KC Theisen, director of pet care issues at the Humane Society of... — Updated 12/26/2014
Community comes together for Maddy Harris
The Children's Organ Transplant Association (COTA), along with Papa Murphy's Pizza, held a fundraiser Dec. 17 in honor of Maddy Harris, 6, of Airway Heights, and her family. The... — Updated 12/26/2014 Full story
Free Press holiday deadlines
The Cheney Free Press will be closed Jan. 1, 2015, in observance of New Years. Therefore, printing is taking place Tuesday, Dec. 30 for the Jan. 1 issue. Deadlines for submissions have also changed. The deadline for legal notices... — Updated 12/26/2014 Full story
Seasonal artistry
The Cheney Post Office’s annual Christmas coloring contest always draws out the best of Cheney’s young artists, with the winners receiving a stocking-full of wonderful goodies. This year’s winners pictured above are back row... — Updated 12/26/2014
Medical Lake approves budget
The Medical Lake City Council finished its budget season at its Dec. 16 meeting. The council voted, 5-0 on the second reading of ordinances that adopted the 2015 final budget and set salaries for appointive officers and city... — Updated 12/26/2014