City Hall to be used as 'cooling center'

CHENEY – The city is getting ready for triple-digit heat this week by opening City Hall as a cooling center.

The city announced announced its plans Tuesday, July 26.

"Due to the extreme heat we are experiencing over the next several days, the city of Cheney is opening up the lobby and auditorium at City Hall as a cooling center," a statement released by the city said. "Anyone in need of relief from the heat is welcome to come cool off at City Hall between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. July 26-29."

The announcement comes as the National Weather Service predicts temperatures this week reaching...