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MEDICAL LAKE — A book release party planned for Friday, Sept. 10, as been postponed. The LeFevre Street Bakery and Cafe event was initially schedule in support of "Taking Flight," an upcoming book about Eastern Washington University's football program written by former Cheney Free Press reporter Paul Delaney. The 472-page book contains more 500 photos is still in the finishing stages at the printer, but release is expected any time. The event will be rescheduled; a time, date and location have yet to be an...
SPOKANE VALLEY — The state Department of Fish and Wildlife is closing the Newman Lake Access Area from Sept. 12-14 for milfoil treatment. A contractor hired by Spokane County and the Newman Lake Flood Control Zone District will apply a herbicide to approximately 55 acres on the south shoreline and 4 acres on the west side of the lake Sept. 13, officials said. The treatment day is dependent on lake and weather conditions. The lake access is being closed to reduce "wave action from boats," which dilutes herbicides used to k...
On Tuesday, August 24, Cheney City Council members discussed mask mandates in the wake of surging COVID-19 infection in the region. According to City Administrator Mark Schuller, the City will follow State masking guidelines and CDC recommendations in all city facilities and properties; extending to employees, volunteers, and program participants. To uphold masking requirements within the community, Councilmember Paul Schmidt suggested the possibility of police officers distributing tickets to those who don’t adhere to m...
Several southern Spokane County residents participated in the Lincoln County Open Rodeo last Friday and Saturday nights in Davenport. Cory Perryman of Spangle was among the ranch bronc riders Saturday, but he didn’t complete an 8-second ride. Hanna Perkins of Medical Lake competed in junior barrel racing on Saturday evening. She posted a time of 23.38 seconds. Roger Harnack | Cheney Free Press...
FAIRCHILD AFB -- In celebration of National Dog Day, Fairchild Air Force Base showcased the skills of both military and morale dogs on Aug. 25. Airmen based at Fairchild demonstrated both military canines and a support pooch during the presentations. Trained military dogs like 5-year-old Belgian Malinois, MWD Fanni, are on base to help protect residents and visitors. Staff Sgt. Raymond Dwoznik said the military work dogs do receive some basic obedience training before being...
CHENEY – A local photographer has been hired as a reporter at the Cheney Free Press. Matthew O. Stephens, 39, of Cheney, will be covering the cities of Medical Lake and Airway Heights for the Cheney Free Press. "Matthews photography skills will bring a much-needed facelift to the newspaper," Publisher Roger Harnack said. "And his local knowledge will be an asset for both the newspaper and readers." Pursuing a lifelong passion of working with his camera and informing people, S...
The Clover Street Rezoning Project, an ongoing effort to redesignate an R-2 multi-family zone to an R-1 single-family zone within the Clover Court/West 6th Street area, was deferred by City Councilmembers due to legal considerations regarding private property rights. A new wrinkle, neglected in previous debate, arose relating to the legality of community members dictating the use of private property through zoning actions. Councilmember Vince Barthels noted the parallel between the Clover Street Rezoning Project and a...
MEDICAL LAKE – The School Board discussed a trio of new policies Aug. 24 regarding student learning programs, personal records and fees. The board also talked about facility readiness and final preparations before campuses reopens for the year. Policy No. 2108 was discussed on first reading; it is based around Learning Assistance Programs. Officials said it would help identify students who are not meeting expectations. The integration of student support protocols as part of the policy shows 15% of the school’s funding wou...
It’s clear: Parents in Washington are sick of their children being used as pawns by radicals in power who wish to destroy family, children and faith. Widespread protests against mask mandates at school and vaccine mandates at work have erupted statewide, with many calling out Gov. Jay Inslee for his aggressive misuses and abuses of emergency powers. This has largely been a fight for religious freedom and individual liberty, but it is creeping onto another deeply disturbing frontier — the fight for parental rights. The see...
OLYMPIA – The Washington Federation of State Employees is suing Gov. Jay Inslee over his requirement that all state employees, and healthcare and education workers get a coronavirus vaccine or lose their jobs. The governor’s proclamation requires vaccination by Oct. 18. To comply anyone starting with the two-shot Moderna or Pfizer vaccines have until only Sept. 6 to get their initial shot. Those who opt for the Johnson and Johnson vaccine have to get it before Oct. 4 to be vaccinated by the deadline. Under the lawsuit fil...
The long-term effects of the COVID-19 vaccines are unknown. The leadership is telling us the vaccines are safe; yet, the minimum 5-year observation trials for gene therapy drugs have not been conducted. The COVID “vaccines” are gene therapy drugs. Some doctors are warning us that the vaccines are sterilizing women and creating blood clots that lead to heart failure. Many of these doctors have been fired from their jobs and sued in the courts in an attempt to coerce others into silence. When criticism is met with an att...
Having lived in three developing countries for 17 years, I met very fine Americans — as well as arrogant and ignorant Americans. Representatives from the U.S. Embassy, USAID, Peace Corps, U.S. Military, UNICEF and UNESCO and missionaries are among those I encountered. Many stayed briefly, never getting to know the culture. Most Americans, including me, travel with American glasses, and don’t often see what is happening right before our eyes. For instance, in Sierra Leone, I saw women working the fields, and thought for two...
Kelly Cordill of Cheney, 12, gives her Hampshire crosses a drink of water Thursday at the Lincoln County Fair in Davenport. Cordill was among area residents participating in the Lincoln County Fair and Open Rodeo over the weekend in Davenport....
CHENEY - Over $314,000 in scholarship funds were awarded to 124 students in Eastern Washington and North Idaho for the 2021-2022 academic year by the Innovia Foundation. According to a press release, the Foundation overseas 30 scholarships programs, “on behalf of donors who have established funds to support access to higher education.” Nine recipients are headed for Eastern Washington University: Megan Corwin, Vanessa Shafer, Timora Sharp, Gunner Dacosta, Patsy Aubrey, Mario Reyes-Serrano, Lisbeth Ruelas, Malea Canaday, and...
September is National Recovery Month. When a family member has a problem with alcohol, the effects are felt by their immediate family and extended family members and friends. Family members may experience feelings of abandonment, anxiety, fear, anger, concern, embarrassment or guilt. Alcohol is the most commonly used addictive substance in the United States. 17.6 million people or one in every 12 adults, suffer from alcohol abuse or dependence. More than 7 million children live in a household where at least one parent is depe...
CHENEY - After 38 years of continuous service to the Cheney Community, Doctor Charles Hough is finally hanging up his stethoscope – well, sort of. “Once you’ve worked 55-to-60-hour weeks for 38 years, you can’t just stop. I look at this as a transition time to keep working but trying to learn to take time off and be OK with that,” Hough said with a smile. “I’m a box checker, we’re all box checkers, right?” It’s that “box checking” attitude – supplemented by an intere...
Cheney August 23 Theft in the Second-degree was reported on the 200 Block of Gregory Drive. Money was stolen through a phone scam. Third-degree malicious mischief reported on the 600 Block of 3rd Street. A building was damaged with graffiti. Police assisted the Spokane Police Department with a Court Order Violation on the 2400 Block of University Lane. August 24 Verbal domestic violence was reported on the 2200 Block of 1st Street. A mental case was reported on the 0 Block of Spokane Street. Bryan D. Jensen was arrested for...
ST. JOHN – Several thousand race fans turned out Saturday for the second installment of Sprint Boat racing at Webb's Slough. The fastest time was posted by the No. 69 boat, Overkill, piloted by Dennis Hughes and navigated by his daughter, Samantha Hughes, both of Greenacres. Sprint boat racing pits a driver and navigator against a maze of channels and the clock. At speeds reaching more than 80 mph, the driver concentrates on making turns as the navigator memorizes the c...
CHENEY – Eastern Washington University faces a tough season-opening football game Thursday night as the Eagles travel to Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. The No. 11-ranked Eagles will play UNLV on the Rebels home field; kickoff is at 7:06 p.m. Eastern has not had a losing season since 2006 and the Rebels have only had one winning season in the same period. Last year, the Rebels wrapped up a winless, abbreviated season while the Eagles advanced to the post-season playoffs to North Dakota State. The Eagles will have to c...
CHENEY – The high school football season officially gets under way Friday night with Cheney at home and Medical Lake and Liberty (Spangle) on the road. The Cheney Blackhawks will host the Mount Spokane Wildcats. Meanwhile, The Medical Lake Cardinals travel to Priest River, Idaho, to take on the Spartans. To the south, the Liberty Lancers head to Jimmie Snider Field in Ritzville to take on the Lind-Ritzville/Sprague Broncos. The games all kick off at 7 p.m. Cheney returns a n...
CHENEY – The Eastern Washington University women’s volleyball team is in Texas this week. On Wednesday, the Eagles face Tarleton State in Stephenville, Texas. The action gets under way at 4 p.m. Then, the women head to San Antonio for the UIW Cardinal Classic tournament. The Eagles open with St. Thomas at 1 p.m. Friday, Sept. 3, then play the host team at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 4. “It’s exciting to get back and we’re hoping to get two wins there,” Coach Leslie Flores-Cloud said. “It’s a unique facility, but we’re excited t...
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