Articles from the June 13, 2019 edition
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Lansburgh takes home Lilac City Invitational title
Peter Lansburgh of Elk Grove, Calif. shot an 18 under par for the week at the 55th Lilac City Invitational to take the top spot on the leaderboard, the $10,000 purse and the Lilac... — Updated 6/13/2019
Smith steps down from CHS basketball
Not long ago, Cheney High School boys basketball head coach Gregg Smith was in a conversation with a former Blackhawks coach when he was asked how old his kids were. The former East... — Updated 6/13/2019
If you're a baseball player, then college is for you
The College World Series is scheduled to get underway this Saturday with Texas Tech taking on Michigan in the opener in Omaha, Neb. I can hear the overwhelming chorus of “Who cares?” now. It’s true that when it comes to NCAA... — Updated 6/13/2019
Chabot earns save in All-State championship final
Cheney High School graduating senior Julian Chabot was busy last weekend. Class of 2019 commencement ceremonies Friday night. Graduation party Saturday. All-State all-star game... — Updated 6/13/2019
Cardinals have 20 named to all-leagues teams; nine to state
The following Medical Lake High School student-athletes were named to 2019 All Northeast A-League teams for spring sports. Soccer Jamess Pivonka Carter Pivonka Taye Jones Braxton... — Updated 6/13/2019
LOOKING BACK WITH THE CHENEY HISTORICAL MUSEUM
Twenty-five years ago in 1994, the city of Cheney banned personal fireworks within the city, siting problems with fires during our dry summer weather. Learn more about our area’s history at www.cheneymuseum.or... — Updated 6/13/2019
Churches
Cheney Congregational Church You’re invited to join us for our Sunday morning worship at 10 a.m. in the Church sanctuary at 423 N. 6th St. Rev. George Abrams will deliver the sermon. Plan to stay for coffee, refreshments and... — Updated 6/13/2019
Nora A. and Ronald J. Peterson
Services for Nora A. and Ronald J. Peterson will be held at 9 a.m., Saturday, June 22, 2019, at Spokane Memorial Gardens in the Garden of the Good Shepherd, 5909 Cheney Spokane... — Updated 6/13/2019
West Plains Briefs
The Inland Northwest Blood Center together with Cheney community volunteers led by coordinator Duane Isaac will hold a blood drive on Friday, June 21, from 2 – 5 p.m. at the Marketplace Bakery & Eatery, 1011 1st Street in... — Updated 6/13/2019
Seattle Seahawks visit Fairchild
The Seattle Seahawks wrapped up their annual 12 Tour over the weekend, stopping Friday, June 7, in the West Plains to tour Fairchild Air Force Base. Active defensive backs Neiko... — Updated 6/13/2019
Looking Back
10 Years Ago June 11, 2009 After re-convening from executive session on litigation matters, the Cheney City Council unanimously approved a resolution to reach a settlement agreement with Thomas Myers pending the outcome of a case i... — Updated 6/13/2019
Prevent tick-borne diseases
You’ve grabbed your water bottle, sunscreen and hat for a hike in the park or some gardening. Add a bit of tick protection to your must-have items when you head out the door for an adventure, to garden or play. Continue enjoying... — Updated 6/13/2019
And with that, the Class of 2019 has arrived
Congratulations graduates! It’s been a long time since I stood in your place. I remember being excited to finish a big phase in my life and apprehensive about starting a new one. I am sure you feel much the same. For the past 12... — Updated 6/13/2019
Vietnam veterans: Welcome home
This is for all you civilians out there. Yes, you, who have never served in the defense and protection of these United States. You see, all veterans make a sacrifice. All serve... — Updated 6/13/2019
Leaks delay Cheney pool's opening to next week
Water leaks have postponed the opening of Cheney’s municipal pool from this Friday to sometime early next week, with city officials hopeful for a Tuesday start to the swimming season. At the June 11 City Council meeting, Cheney... — Updated 6/13/2019
Medical Lake sets final comp plan public meeting June 28
The city of Medical is poised to ink its updated Comprehensive Plan, or comp plan, according to a public notice. The plan is the guiding document that will be used to drive Medical Lake’s growth and direction for the next... — Updated 6/13/2019
Burn restrictions for Eastern Washington
OLYMPIA – The Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR), in cooperation with partnering agencies, implemented the following changes in burn restrictions effective June 7 on DNR-protected lands. Check with local... — Updated 6/13/2019
ML City Council discusses fireworks and fire pits
The primary topic of discussion at the Tuesday, June 4 Medical Lake City Council meeting was fire. Specifically fireworks and a city code pertaining to the use of fire pits. Two... — Updated 6/13/2019
Cheney School District sponsors federal summer food program
The Cheney School District announced this week the sponsorship of the Simplified Summer Food Program for Children. Meals will be made available at no extra charge to attending children 18 years of age and younger. One of the things... — Updated 6/13/2019
Pictures of graduation
Cheney High School salutatorian Jackson Powell (left) prepares for his speech at the 2019 graduation ceremony. Medical Lake Endeavors graduates, their families and guests (above)... — Updated 6/13/2019
EWU's Hank Steiner retires after 61 years teaching
A beloved Eastern Washington University English professor is officially retiring after 61 years of university teaching. Henry-York “Hank” Steiner, 87, has been teaching at EWU... — Updated 6/13/2019
6th District representatives talk about recent session
It’s difficult to cover all the issues of a 105-day legislative session in 90 minutes, but Eastern Washington 6th District representatives Jenny Graham and Mike Volz gave it their best in a June 6 meeting with Cheney Free Press e... — Updated 6/13/2019
Looking forward
A student at Cheney High School’s 2019 commencement ceremony shows off a decorated graduation cap complete with glittery flamingo.... — Updated 6/13/2019
Terrace Heights residents take engineers to task
Terrace Heights resident Duke Hammond had heard enough. “I think this is a crock of crap,” he told Spokane County engineering officials standing before a group of about 23 of... — Updated 6/13/2019
Weather and Cheney water demands
So far, the weather has actually helped the city of Cheney's water system and its struggles with supply meeting demand created by irrigation. "The weather pattern has been a little... — Updated 6/13/2019