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Off and Running

Published Monday, August 12, 2019

Various Stevens County riders took part in the annual Omak Stampede suicide race last weekend. (Photo courtesy of Al Camp/Omak Chronicle)

Spokane County voters approving ballot measures (updated 8/8)

Published Tuesday, August 6, 2019

Spokane County voters appear to have approved a pair of ballot measures that will increase funding for library and public safety services.

Avista changes procedures to lessen fire dangers

Published Tuesday, August 6, 2019

As part of Avista’s operations approach to proactively mitigate wildfire risk, the company is undertaking temporary changes to power line operations in its Northern Washington and Idaho service areas in and around Deer Park, Colville, Davenport, Othello, Spokane, Sandpoint, Kellogg, St.

Brickyard Bash!

Published Monday, August 5, 2019

A huge crowd turned out for the 35th annual Clayton Brickyard Day parade and picnic on Saturday.

U.S Highway 2 accident injures four

Published Monday, August 5, 2019

CHATTAROY — Four people were transported to local hospitals following a three-car accident on U.S. Highway 2 near Chattaroy Road on Sunday morning.

Detectives need help with Wandermere murder investigation

Published Friday, August 2, 2019

Spokane County Sheriff’s Office Major Crimes detectives are seeking help in identifying a male and female who they believe had contact with the suspect Jonathan R. Andersen after the shooting and murder of the victim, Misty Hirsch on July 8.

Settlers Tradition

Published Tuesday, July 30, 2019

The Bits & Spurs 4-H Club has been a regular at the Tri-County Settlers Parade for a number of years.

Hepatitis A outbreak uncovered in Spokane County

Published Tuesday, July 30, 2019

The Washington State Department of Health declared an outbreak of hepatitis A in multiple counties in people who are living homeless or who use drugs.

Patriotic Start

Published Monday, July 22, 2019

The American Legion Post in Chewelah got the Springdale Frontier Days Parade off to a patriotic start on Saturday by taking part in the national anthem.

DP's fireworks show caps off Fourth of July celebration

Published Friday, July 5, 2019

Spectators crowded around the Deer Park High School football field and nearby parking lots last night to take in the city's annual Fourth of July fireworks show.