Articles from the July 21, 2016 edition
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Luella Joy Dow
On July 15, 2016, Luella Joy Dow, 84, concluded the story of her life peacefully by saying "I just want to go home," and so she did. She was born on Dec. 12, 1931 to Dale and Grace... — Updated 7/21/2016
Five candidates vie for Kevin Parker's seat
Three Republicans, a Democrat and an independent candidate provide 6th District voters choices in the upcoming primary elections Aug. 2. All five are running to replace outgoing... — Updated 7/21/2016
Passing the air refueling baton
Col. Ryan Samuelson stood in front of hundreds of airmen, local dignitaries and family as he said, "I assume command." Samuelson took command of the 92nd Air Refueling Wing from... — Updated 7/21/2016
Churches
Cheney Community Church Vacation Bible School (VBS) begins next Monday at Cheney Community Church. The dates are July 25 – 29. Hours: 9 a.m. – noon. The theme this year is, “Ocean Commotion, diving into Noah’s flood!” All child... — Updated 7/21/2016
Cheney resident's novel hits the bookshelves
A local Cheney resident and Eastern Washington University alumnus officially has a novel, “Joyride,” published for all to read. The author, Travis Laurence Naught, moved to Cheney in 2001 and has lived here ever since. He com... — Updated 7/21/2016
Politicians might find 'bumper car therapy' beneficial in relieving polarization
Over the last 35 years our family has vacationed at the same place on the beach. While the buildings have been refurbished, the complex remains largely unchanged. However, our... — Updated 7/21/2016
Imagine a conflict-free world, and take steps towards it
With our daily news running to atrocity after tragedy, Americans are frightened and angry. Some are resonating with hate talk radio hosts like Rush Limbaugh or quintessentially enraged TV bloviators like Bill O’Reilly. This gets t... — Updated 7/21/2016
Solutions seem miles away in recent headline shootings
Timing is everything, it is said. And the timing of author Heather MacDonald’s recently released book, “The War on Cops: How the New Attack on Law and Order Makes Everyone Less Saf... — Updated 7/21/2016
Now is the time for third-party candidates to make a stand
Many registered voters are not looking forward to this November’s presidential election, which will pit Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton against presumptive Republican nominee Donald Trump. According to a July 7 poll from the P... — Updated 7/21/2016
Lucid Recreational plans August opening
By PAUL DELANEY Staff Reporter For some, the July 1 deadline in the state of Washington that required merging medical marijuana into the recreational side is causing its share of... — Updated 7/21/2016
STEP project preliminary details are unveiled
Five weeks after gaining approval from the state, and 13 months removed from an OK by the federal government, the Spokane Tribe of Indians officially unveiled plans for their casino... — Updated 7/21/2016
Welcome home Blackhawks
The Cheney High School Alumni Association sponored its annual all-class reunion picnic, July 17 at Salnave Park. Many former Cheney High School students flocked to the event to... — Updated 7/21/2016
Eastern students in Nice, France are safe
The 15 Eastern Washington University students studying abroad in Nice, France remain safe and secure in residence halls at the University of Nice. The students are under the guidance of professor Florian Preisig and following the... — Updated 7/21/2016
West Plains residents make GU's dean's list
Several West Plains residents earned placement on Gonzaga University President’s List for the 2016 spring semester. Students must earn a 3.7 to 4.0 grade-point average to be listed. Cheney — Carlie Fox and Tyler Gustafson. Fai... — Updated 7/21/2016
MLHS announces 2016 second semester honor roll
Medical Lake High School announced its second semester honor roll for the 2016 school year. Seniors Principal’s Honor Roll Dara Abounorinejad, Nathan V. Braswell, Rikki . Byrnes, Emma L.Davis, Zoe S. Davis, Derek J. Dick, Claire L... — Updated 7/21/2016
Roettger begins tenure as Cheney Schools superintendent
The Rob Roettger era has officially begun. At its July 13 meeting, the Cheney School Board passed a resolution that designates Roettger as the Cheney School District... — Updated 7/21/2016
Golden yard
Greg and Glenda Schmidt's sharp and well-maintained yard at 803 Golden Hills Drive has been selected as Cheney's Yard of the Month by the Cheney Kiwanis and Cheney Gardeners Club.... — Updated 7/21/2016
Airway Heights acquires sewage lift station
The Airway Heights City Council breezed through a light agenda at its July 18 meeting. In action items, council approved a settlement agreement between the city and Jim and Jill Cook. Through the agreement, the city acquired a... — Updated 7/21/2016
Blue Waters, Bluegrass Festival enters 15th year
The Blue Waters Bluegrass festival celebrates its 15th anniversary, Aug. 12-14 at Waterfront Park in Medical Lake. "We've seen festivals come and go," Kevin Brown, Blue Waters... — Updated 7/21/2016
Cheney council awards road work contract for Betz, Washington
Drivers using Betz Road and Washington Street should be ready soon to follow a mantra sometimes used by the state Department of Transportation — expect delays. At its July 12 meeting, the Cheney City Council unanimously approved a... — Updated 7/21/2016
Chipster name misspelled
One of the Cheney Chipster’s names was misspelled in the July 14 story on the toy-making group. George Grigel is the correct name of the individual who takes trucks to children in Third World countries. He travels with an o... — Updated 7/21/2016
Candidate Q&A - Position 2
1. What is the most important issue facing the 6th District? 2. What three things will you do first if elected? Jeff Holy 1. Helping business grow, protecting homeowners, providing infrastructure for agriculture, properly funding... — Updated 7/21/2016
Jeff Holy faces challenge from Shar Lichty for Position 2
When 6th District legislative Rep. Jeff Holy first ran for House of Representative Position 2 in 2012, he overcame a second place finish in the primary to Dennis Dellwo to defeat... — Updated 7/21/2016
Candidate Q&A
1. What is the most important issue facing the 6th District? 2. Three things will you do if elected? Lynnette Vehrs 1. Affordable quality health care is the important issue facing not only our constituents, but (also) the state.... — Updated 7/21/2016
Police nab armed robber
Cheney police feel confident they have arrested the individual who robbed the Dollar Tree store at gunpoint in May 2015 — but not before the same individual repeated his actions on Saturday, July 9. Police arrested and have c... — Updated 7/21/2016