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AIRWAY HEIGHTS -- According to a department news release, Zion J. Carter, who is suspected of shooting his wife and stepdaughter in Airway Heights on July 27, has been apprehended. He was arrested on his outstanding warrants and is being held in Pierce County....
AIRWAY HEIGHTS — A domestic violence-shooting occurred in Airway Heights at around 3:50 a.m. on July 27. Zion J. Carter, 38, fired shots at his wife and 11-year-old stepdaughter, who were transported to a hospital with life-threatening injuries. Airway Heights Police Officers and Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the call in the 1000 block of S. Aspen Street. Carter is believed to have fled the scene in a silver 2018 Nissan Rogue with the Washington license plate BQT0555. He is a Black male, 6 foot 7 inches tall and weighing ar...
CHENEY - A 26-year-old driver was arrested on vehicular assault charges after striking a bicyclist in the 6800 block of Curtis Road Tuesday night. According to the Spokane County Sheriff's Office, on July 20 at approximately 8 p.m., Sheriff's Deputies responded to the report of a vehicle/bicycle crash in the 6800 block of West Curtis Road. Initial information indicates a bicyclist was traveling west on West Curtis Road when she was struck from behind by a Subaru traveling in... Full story
FROM STAFF AND NEWS SOURCES LYONS, NEB. — Farmers and ranchers are invited to participate in a webinar on July 20 from noon to 1 p.m., CT, which will provide an overview of available federal crop insurance options. “Crop Insurance 101,” hosted by Center for Rural Affairs Policy Associate Kate Hansen, will feature Joe Toillion of Toillion Consulting Services Inc., an Iowa crop insurance agent with experience in conventional, organic, and livestock policies. “This webinar will be helpful for a range of audiences — from thos...
CHENEY -- State Patrol officials are reporting that the fire which broke out Monday near Andrus Road has reached 55% containment. Crews utilized infrared technology on the fire line overnight to look for hot spots, and will continue to conduct mop up operations today within 200 feet from the fire perimeter as well as begin the repair process. "In the initial attack of a fire the crews may have to cut fence or drive into areas we wouldn't normally drive into," State Patrol... Full story
CHENEY -- As of 8:27 p.m. July 6, State Patrol officials say they have gained a more accurate assessment of the amount of acreage burning in the Andrus Road Fire, which has been upgraded to 20% containment as of Tuesday evening. The fire has burned approximately 225 acres. State Patrol spokesman Trooper Jeff Sevigney said in a release that crews were able to not only get a better assessment today but also secure fire lines, gridded hot spots and assessed structures in the... Full story
CHENEY -- The fire that broke out yesterday morning, July 5, along Andrus Road east of Four Lakes has grown to 300 acres and is at zero containment, the Washington State Patrol said in a Tuesday, July 6 update. The fire was reported at approximately 11:30 a.m. near Andrus Road, north of the Cheney School District's administration facilities and Three Springs High School on Needham Hill, and spread quickly through the grasslands, brush and timber in the area as a result of low... Full story
FOUR LAKES -- Crews are on the scene of a wildland fire burning northeast of Cheney. According to the Department of Natural Resources fire information map, the blaze has burned roughly 30 acres of land located just north of Needham Hill between Four Lakes on the west and South Andrus Road on the east. Cheney Free Press staff report at least six fixed-wing aircraft and three helicopters are currently engaged in fighting the fire. Update 5:50 p.m. -- According to a release from...
FROM SEATTLE — Students from the Cheney area have been named to the Dean’s List at the University of Washington for Winter 2021 Quarter, according to a June 16 news release. To qualify for the Dean’s List, a student must have completed at least 12 graded credits and have a grade point average of at least 3.50 (out of 4). Students are notified that they have achieved this distinction when they receive their grades for the quarter. Students are listed alphabetically. Students from Cheney making the list are: Kaden Charl...
CHENEY — Due to the extreme heat forecast for the next several days, city of Cheney officials have announced they are opening up the lobby and auditorium at City Hall as a cooling center. Anyone in need of relief from the heat is welcome to come cool off at City Hall between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. June 28 through July 2 Entry is through the main door at Cheney City Hall Located at 609 2nd St. Residents using the cooling center are asked to follow Covid-19 guidelines by keeping appropriate social distancing and u...
SPOKANE COUNTY — The following is a list of all closures for the upcoming Fourth of July Holiday. All city, county, state and federal offices will be closed on Monday, July 5. The Cheney Recycling Center will be closed on Saturday, July 3. All Spokane County Library District facilities will be closed on Monday, July 5, to observe Independence Day. Regular library hours resume Tuesday, July 6....
SPOKANE — The following Cheney High School athletes were named to Greater Spokane League 3A/4A All-League teams for Season 2 (spring sports) and Season 3 (winter sports) Season 2 (spring) Fastpitch softball Bella King First Team Utility Parker Cagle First Team Infield Lindsay Hagreen Second Team Pyper Cagle Second Team Tatum Sloan Second Team Maddie McDowell Honorable Mention Soccer (boys) Dawson Heuett Second Team Carson Fisk Second Team Wesley Nicol Honorable Mention Tennis (Girls) Sarianne Winter First Team Track and F...
CHENEY — Eastern Washington University student-athletes chalked up a cumulative spring quarter grade point average of 3.33 – extending a streak of consecutive quarters above 3.0 that stretches back 14 years. Concluding a year of online learning during the Covid-19 pandemic, 11 of EWU’s 12 programs had at least a 3.23 GPA in the spring quarter, including five with at least a 3.55. Women’s golf and cross country had the top GPAs at 3.86 and 3.79, respectively. The men’s sports were led by tennis at 3.58. Eastern’s 302 student...
AIRWAY HEIGHTS - On Monday, June 14 Spokane County Fire District 10 honored West Plains Recruit Academy 2020-2 who completed their 12 weeks, over 220 hours, of fire and hazmat training. Most of these volunteer firefighters have also earned their National Registry EMT certification and wildland certification and are responding to incidents. Spokane County Fire District 10 is now taking applications for the Fall Academy that begins in September....
MEDICAL LAKE — Travelers using State Route 902 will experience detours and delays due to railroad crossing replacement. The closure will begin at 5 p.m., Wednesday, June 23, until 5 p.m., Friday, June 25. Contractor crews working for the Washington State Department of Transportation will close State Route 902 at North Staley Street to the east and North Lefevre Street to the west. Once closed, crews will begin removing the existing asphalt and railroad ties around the railroad crossing. Once the new railroad ties have been p... Full story
From staff and news sources SPOKANE COUNTY — Spokane County is holding free Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) distribution events to assist small businesses and non-profits continue operations to keep employees and the public safe. Spokane County utilized CARES Act funds to purchase the PPE. These free distribution events, called “OPENTogether PPE Distribution” provide small businesses with 249 and fewer employees and non-profits of any size, with PPE supplies, including hand sanitizer, disinfecting cleaner and both dispo...
WEST PLAINS — An adult male was killed in a one-car accident last Thursday evening, June 10, near South Thomas Mallon Road. According to a Spokane County Sheriff’s Office release, emergency personnel responded to a report of a vehicle that had left the roadway and crashed through a backyard fence of a residence on the 9100 block of West Sugar Street. Initial information indicated the vehicle, a 2018 Tesla, was northbound on South Thomas Mallon Road at a high rate of speed as it approached the intersection with Hallett Roa...
SPOKANE — Approximately Avista electric customers in Rosalia, Malden, Pine City and the surrounding area will experience a planned power outage on Thursday, June 24. The planned outage will begin at 10 p.m. and end at 6 a.m. on Friday, June 25. No road closures are expected during this outage. During this time, Avista crews will perform maintenance to their Rosalia substation. The routine maintenance will increase reliability and reduce future outages in the area. “The scheduled work will be performed in the evening to avo...
MEDICAL LAKE — A local man was arrested after a fiery crash on State Route 902 last Friday night. According to the Washington State Patrol, 28-year-old Dustin Williams of Medical Lake was on SR 902 five miles west of Medical Lake at approximately 9:48 p.m. when he lost control of his vehicle near Wolf Road. The vehicle left the roadway and caught fire. Spokane County Fire District 3 personnel responded and quickly put out the blaze. District 4 public information officer Trooper Jeff Sevigney said Williams was admitted to a l...
SPOKANE — When local businesses thrive, the whole community thrives. That’s why Spokane County Library District is offering workshops, resources and services dedicated to businesses, entrepreneurs, and their employees. This summer, sign up for online workshops presented live by SCORE Business mentors. Each month, the workshop offers actionable insights to strengthen and grow business. Sign up for one or all of the following workshops this summer at www.scld.org/score-workshops. Security Strategies for Small Businesses – F...
CHENEY — Eastern Washington University is expanding its online portfolio of graduate degrees supported by Academic Partnerships (AP) beginning fall 2021. According to a June 14 news release, these new offerings will complement the existing portfolio of 18 AP-supported EWU programs in education, accounting and business. “EWU is excited to continue our association with Academic Partnerships as we expand our offerings in an online format,” EWU Interim President David May said in a statement. “The array of program offerings will...
OLYMPIA - Following an extremely dry couple of months, the Department of Ecology has issued a drought advisory for most of Washington state, including all areas east of the Cascade Mountains, portions of southwest Washington and the Washington coast. March through April was the fourth driest such period for Washington state since 1895. There are growing concerns for farmers and ranchers in Eastern Washington. Early observations of crop stress and expectations for reduced...
OLYMPIA — Drivers whose licenses were suspended because they didn’t pay traffic fines may be able to get back on the road by June 16. A Thurston County Superior Court Judge has ruled that it’s unconstitutional to suspend a driver’s license for failure to pay fines or appear in court. The ruling stems from a lawsuit in which the American Civil Liberties Union sued the state Department of Licensing, arguing the constitutionality of a state law. The state is not planning to appeal the decision. The decision is a stop-ga...
SPOKANE — Approximately 244 Avista electric customers in Spangle and the surrounding area will experience a planned power outage on Thursday, June 10. The planned outage will begin at 10 p.m. on Thursday and end at 6 a.m. on Friday, June 11. No road closures are expected during this outage. During this time, Avista crews will perform maintenance to their Spangle substation. The routine maintenance will increase reliability and reduce future outages in the area. “We appreciate our customer’s patience and understanding as we... Full story
WARDEN - A new pump station seven miles northeast of the city will provide irrigation water to nearly 10,500 acres of farmland. The EL 47.5 station was dedicated Thursday afternoon, May 27. About 50 people attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony. Rep. Mary Dye, R-Pomeroy, was among several state lawmakers who helped secure funding for the $20.8 million project. Dye represents the 9th Legislative district, which includes Adams, Asotin, Franklin, Garfield, Whitman and part of...
