Articles from the April 26, 2018 edition
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Graham Road fire claims life
A fire west of Cheney at 16909 S. Graham Road, early on the morning of Tuesday, April 24, claimed the life of an occupant and a dog. Spokane County Fire District No. 3 was first... — Updated 4/26/2018
Kenneth Earl Jones
Kenneth Earl Jones, born March 1, 1945 in Mobile, Ala., passed away on April 11, 2018, surrounded by loved ones, succumbing to a short battle with lung cancer in Spokane, Wash. He... — Updated 4/26/2018
Looking Back
10 Years Ago April 24, 2008 A nomination was made to place the building at 113 F St. on the registry of historical places under a special valuation. Constructed in 1925, the... — Updated 4/26/2018
StageWest 'Seeds of Change' runs this weekend
StageWest's production of "Seeds of Change" by Craig Rickett wrapped up a successful opening weekend, and continues through May 6. Performances this weekend are Friday, April 27,... — Updated 4/26/2018
Trade wars are not the answer to our problems
I admire leaders who surround themselves with very smart people. Good managers use their experts to make their organizations better. It would seem that President Trump missed that lesson in management class. He has obviously been... — Updated 4/26/2018
Courage – The PACE May character trait
I was once reminded that courage comes from the heart, and to never lose the heart to do what is right. As I pondered this, I realized that the heart has throughout the ages been associated with the place where feelings, one’s... — Updated 4/26/2018
It is finally warm again to go enjoy the outdoors
For some reason, this winter seemed to be extra long to me. I would dread going outside because I just hate being cold. Every time winter rolls around, I always question myself why I live here. The cold just makes me cranky. The... — Updated 4/26/2018
News Briefs
Input sought on water plan, critical areas and zoning changes Cheney planning department staff are looking for public comment on three revisions and updates to the city’s planning and zoning documents. The first is a proposed... — Updated 4/26/2018
Medical Lake City Council has one busy night
As if a meeting that began with news of the resignation of Councilman John Merrick was not enough, the April 17 gathering of the Medical Lake City Council continued to provide... — Updated 4/26/2018
Tueller remembered in pair of Medical Lake events
Community members from Medical Lake and the surrounding area took time last week to get to know more about Journey Tueller. Unfortunately, it was at a pair of memorial services to... — Updated 4/26/2018
Senior Capstone exhibit at EWU Downtown Gallery
The Eastern Washington University Downtown Student Gallery is showcasing 13 EWU bachelor of arts and bachelor of fine arts studio art major students for the Art Senior Capstone.... — Updated 4/26/2018
Process to replace John Merrick begins
The wheels are in motion on the process to fill the unexpired term of Medical Lake City Councilman John Merrick who resigned his Position 2 seat April 14 due to scheduling... — Updated 4/26/2018
Fisherman's Breakfast is April 29 - opening day
You can do your part to help Medical Lake's firefighters with a knife, fork and a spoon. The 54th annual Fisherman's Breakfast will take place at the fire station between midnight a... — Updated 4/26/2018
Cheney board approves Windsor construction contract
At its April 18 meeting, the Cheney School District’s board of directors unanimously approved awarding a contract for construction work at Windsor Elementary School to Spokane general contractor T.W. Clark Construction. The... — Updated 4/26/2018
Cheney School District announces summer nutrition program
The Cheney School District has released the schedule for its Simplified Summer Food Program for Children. All meals will be made available at no charge to attending children 18 years of age and younger, with adults charged $4.... — Updated 4/26/2018
Phoenix Hanks earns a rare opportunity
One might wonder how Phoenix Hanks Jr. caught the eye of the U.S. Army and the Pro Football Hall of Fame and became one of 25 finalists across the nation to compete for a $2,500... — Updated 4/26/2018
Scouts' Eagle projects serve communities
Ben Rose provides visibility for Cheney depot's future home Cheney High School student Ben Rose had never heard of the Cheney Depot - until he undertook building a sign for it as... — Updated 4/26/2018
Journey Tueller vigil
On April 14, 2018, Medical Lake student-athlete Journey Tueller was killed in a car crash. The Cardinal track athlete was remembered in memorial services the following week,... — Updated 4/26/2018
Unloading on the Rams
In a game shortened due to the 15-run rule at home April 18, Medical Lake crushed Riverside 16-1. The Cardinals came out with hot bats. "We had 17 hits, five for extra bases," head... — Updated 4/26/2018
Photo finishes
Medical Lake's girls track runners doing their thing at the April 18 Northeast A League track meet.... — Updated 4/26/2018
Off and running
Medical Lake's boys track runners doing their thing at the April 18 Northeast A League track meet.... — Updated 4/26/2018
Flying lessons
Medical Lake field competitors got in some long jump time during their April 18 Northeast A League track meet.... — Updated 4/26/2018
Journey Tueller vigil
On April 14, 2018, Medical Lake student-athlete Journey Tueller was killed in a car crash. The Cardinal track athlete was remembered in memorial services the following week,... — Updated 4/26/2018
Citywide spring cleaning
Volunteers fanned out over Cheney last Saturday to help spruce up the city as part of the annual "Clean Sweep." Crews not only roamed city streets looking for garbage (top) but... — Updated 4/26/2018
H2O deal
Airway Heights has had some history in the water business and the council set into motion an agreement with the city of Spokane to extend that for two more years. The amendment has... — Updated 4/26/2018