Cheney Free Press -

CHENEY – Mitchel Palmquist, Cheney School District's new communications director, comes to his new position with years of experience working with schools in Spokane County.

Palmquist was the communications director for the Catholic Diocese of Spokane for five years, where he oversaw a communications program for the large religious institution, including 13 elementary schools, according to a Feb. 23 press release.

"The chances where I got to share positive stories and exciting news for the school was always really enjoyable part of the job," Palmquist said.

He also has experience workin...