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DEEP CREEK – Dashani M. Broomfield, a 21-year-old from Ford, tragically lost his life Tuesday evening in a motorcycle accident at the intersection of Brooks Road and U.S. Highway 2. According to the Washington State Patrol, Broomfield was riding his 2006 Yamaha YZFR6 eastbound on Highway 2 at approximately 11:31 p.m. when he collided with a 2006 Ford Expedition driven by Kayleigh Roop, 18, from St. Maries, Idaho. Roop was attempting to turn left onto Brooks Road when the crash occurred. The motorcycle came to a stop, b...
CHENEY – The city closed 2nd Street last Monday as part of its ongoing efforts to improve local infrastructure for pedestrians. The Street will be closed to all traffic from B Street to Elm Street. The closure is scheduled to last through Nov. 11, with the primary focus being on the restoration of sidewalks in the area. The project aims to enhance pedestrian safety and accessibility, addressing wear and tear in the current sidewalk system. The improvements are part of C...
MARSHALL – Last Thursday afternoon, Spokane County Sheriff's Office deputies blocked off a section of Scribner Road following the discovery of a body on the roadside. Authorities responded promptly, blocking access to the area to secure the scene for investigation. As of now, details surrounding the identity of the deceased remain undisclosed, with law enforcement focusing on gathering evidence and conducting a thorough examination. The Sheriff's Office emphasized that they a...
CHENEY – A vehicle struck another vehicle in the intersection of Salnave Road and Washington Street Friday afternoon. City and Campus police responded to a two-car accident at the intersection of Salnave Road and Washington Street, today around 12:45 p.m. A young adult woman driving southbound on Washington Road in a black Kia Forte struck a silver Chevrolet Trailblazer driving eastbound on Salnave Road by an elderly woman. The police arrived first on the scene as they a...
CHENEY-The Cheney Education Association and the Cheney School District have finalized a new three-year contract, which was approved unanimously by the school board on Wednesday, Sept. 11. The contract includes a 19.2% total salary increase over the next three years for district teachers. The agreement comes after a mediator from the Public Employment Relations Commission joined the negotiation process on Aug. 22. After exchanging proposals with the district, both parties...
RITZVILLE – The 9th Legislative District senator pleaded not guilty Thursday, Sept. 12, on a charge of driving while under the influence of alcohol. But Adams County District Court Judge Andrea K. Russell determined there was probable cause for the charge against 67-year-old Sen. Mark Schoesler, R-Ritzville. She schedule him to appear before her again Oct. 8 in the 210 W. Broadway Ave. courthouse Schoesler was released on his own recognizance to a family member following his A...
CHENEY — Cheney Public Schools addressed a social media threat involving “CHS” over the weekend, assuring the community that the situation does not pose a credible danger to students or staff. The district was alerted to the threat on Saturday, Sept. 14, and immediately contacted the Airway Heights Police Department to investigate. According to a statement from the district’s communications coordinator, Jenna Larson, officials quickly determined the threat was not credible. “We appreciate the communication of our community...
Airway Heights Sept. 7 Dustin L. Sampson was arrested for 2, criminal trespassing on the 14300 block of West Highway 2 Sept. 9 Jeremiah L. Wilder was arrested for domestic violence order or protection violation on the 13600 block of West Sixth Ave. Elizabeth R. Heaton was arrested for 4, assault (domestic violence) on West Highway 2 and Hayford Road. Lindsey E. Edens was arrested for 1, criminal trespassing on the 14300 block of West Highway 2. Sept. 10 Macen B. Johnson was arrested for 1, rape on the 900 block of South...
SPOKANE—Spokane International Airport has been awarded more than $18 million in federal funding for the design and reconstruction of Taxiway Alpha, a key pathway used by commercial and cargo planes on Sept. 12. The funding comes from the Federal Aviation Administration’s Airport Improvement Program, which is part of the Department of Transportation’s efforts to enhance airport infrastructure. The reconstruction project will replace 2,000 feet of asphalt with concrete to improve the taxiway’s durability and strength for heavy...
CHENEY—The Cheney School Board reviewed the district’s policy on restraint, isolation, and other uses of reasonable force during its meeting on Sept. 11. Assistant Superintendent Tom Arlt presented the review, explaining that the district sought legal counsel before deciding not to revise the policy. “We don’t want to make revisions that could potentially open us up to litigation,” Arlt said. “It’s important we stick closely to the law.” Board members Mitch Swenson and Henry Browne asked about the possibility of expanding ce...
DEEP CREEK — A motorcyclist from Ford was killed late Tuesday night after hitting a vehicle turning from U.S. Highway 2 onto Brooks Road. At press time, the Washington State Patrol was withholding the 21-year-old motorcyclist’s name until his family can be notified. According to the patrol, the motorcyclist was eastbouund on a Yamaha YZFR6 on U.S. Highway 2 at about 11:31 p.m. when he struck a westbound vehicle making a left hand turn onto Brooks Road. That vehicle, a 2006 Ford Expedition, was driven by Kayleigh J. Roop, 18,...
CHENEY – Windsor and Westwood schools were placed on lockdown Wednesday afternoon after suspicious individuals were spotted near Windsor Elementary. Law enforcement responded to the scene and is currently searching the area for the individuals. Both schools have locked down to ensure the safety of students and staff. According to Cheney Public Schools officials, all students and coaches who remain in the schools are safe inside the buildings. Buses 63, 74, and 86 from Windsor Elementary had already left the campus before t...
CHENEY – A vehicle struck another vehicle in the intersection of Salnave Road and Washington Street Friday afternoon. City and Campus police responded to a two-car accident at the intersection of Salnave Road and Washington Street, today around 12:45 p.m. A young adult woman driving east in a black Kia Forte on Salnave Road struck a silver Chevrolet Trailblazer driven by an elderly man with a passenger going north on Washington Street. City and campus police arrived first o...
CHENEY – Jarms Ace Hardware is gearing up for a significant expansion, adding an additional 7,499 square feet of retail space to its 6 Cheney Spokane Road store. The project is slated for completion by February of next year. Business and building owner Tom Jarms said the expansion aligns with his philosophy of providing the community with the products it needs. "Over the years, our customers have consistently told us what they want," Jarms said. "And it's been crucial not j...
FOUR LAKES - A budding violinist will be among the artists on the Slightly West of Spokane Studio Artist Tour later this fall. Cloie Milson will be stop No. 5 on the Nov. 30 tour. She'll be featured with Veda Jones and Summer Milson at their studio at 13210 W. Medical Lake-Four Lakes Road. "I'm excited to share my creative journey," Cloie Milson said of her opportunity to be included in this year's tour. "As a rising (high school) sophomore, I'm still exploring my passions....
FOUR LAKES – A local boy died Sept. 1 at Sacred Heart Hospital from blunt force injuries of the head in which he sustained when he was hit by a Jeep last month. Jakob Donald-William Town, 17, Medical Lake, was struck by a Jeep on Aug. 27 at approximately 8:30 p.m. on 12600 block of West Melville Road near Four Lakes while helping a friend to check the load in the bed of his truck, the Spokane County Sheriff's Office records show. According to the records, Town's friend p...
RITZVILLE – The 9th Legislative District senator pleaded not guilty Thursday, Sept. 12, on a charge of driving while under the influence of alcohol. But Adams County District Court Judge Andrea K. Russell determined there was probable cause for the charge against 67-year-old Sen. Mark Schoesler, R-Ritzville. She schedule him to appear before her again Oct. 8 in the 210 W. Broadway Ave. courthouse. In the meantime, he is prohibited from using alcohol, marijuana or other n...
MARSHALL – A motorcyclist died after a crash with a car near the intersection of South Spotted Road and West Melville Road, northwest of Marshall, on September 2, 2024. Spokane County Sheriff’s Deputies and Spokane County Fire District 3 responded to the scene around 4:25 pm Firefighters provided medical aid to the adult male motorcyclist, who was transported to the hospital but later died from his injuries. Investigators said the crash occurred when the driver of a Nissan Sentra, an adult woman with a juvenile pas...
RITZVILLE - Sen. Mark Schoesler will be arraigned Thursday, Sept. 12, on a charge of driving while under the influence. Schoesler's hearing before Adams County District Court Judge Andrea K. Russell is set for 9:30 a.m. in the Adams County Courthouse, 210 W. Broadway Ave. During arraignment, the judge will determine if there is probable cause for the criminal citation and whether the senator qualifies for a public defense attorney. The judge will also advise Sen. Schoesler of...
Airway Heights Aug. 30 Martel Lt. Toliver Steward was arrested for criminal trespassing in the first degree on the 14300 block of West Highway 2 Jordan G. Fleming was arrested for driving while license is suspended in the first degree on South Aspen St and South Molly Mitchell Drive. Jordan G. Fleming was arrested for driving while license is suspended in the first degree on SouthLawson St and West 12th Ave. Aug. 31 Christopher I. McMullin was arrested for third degree shoplifting on the 1200 block of South Hayford Road....
OLYMPIA - Democrat Dave Upthegrove will advance to the Nov. 5 general election following a certified recount in the primary race to become the next state lands commissioner. He will face Jaime Herrera Beutler, who "prefers Republican," but has been censured by Republican committees for her vote to impeach President Donald J. Trump when she was a congresswoman. The recount was ordered because of the narrow margin between Upthegrove and third-place finisher Sue Kuehl Pederson,...
Council approves water agreement with Spokane AIRWAY HEIGHTS – The City Council approved two key agreements with the City of Spokane during its September 3 meeting, paving the way for a new water source to meet future demands. The agreements are part of a $14.9 million capital project aimed at securing additional water capacity for Airway Heights through 2035. “This is a pretty big deal,” said Councilman Davin Perry, highlighting how long the project has been in the works. Both motions passed unanimously. Council agree...
MEDICAL LAKE – Finance Director Koss Ronhault presented six budget amendments during the Medical Lake City Council’s workshop on Tuesday. The amendments cover a range of adjustments, from unanticipated expenditures to tourism and broadband-related costs. The proposed amendments include: • Amendment 24.1: An increase of $25,000 to the General Fund (001) for administrative services to cover unanticipated costs related to records room grants, audit expenses, software increases, and IT expenditures. • Amendment 24.2: An increas...
