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

 
 By PAUL DELANEY    Opinion

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

 
 By AL STOVER    Education

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

 
 By AL STOVER    Education

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

 
 By John McCallum    News

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

 
 By AL STOVER    News

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

 
 By AL STOVER    Front Page

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

 
 By John McCallum    News

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

 
 By AL STOVER    News

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

 
 By AL STOVER    Front Page

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

 

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