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Thursday, November 17, 2011
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Area bonds and levies mostly fail
November 17, 2011 in Washington Voices on Page S2 Fire departments and fire districts in the area surrounding Spokane Valley largely came away from the polls with disappointing results as several levy and bond requests failed. The exception was …
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Your Voices
November 17, 2011 in Washington Voices on Page S2 Q:Five people at Barlows Family Restaurant, 1400 N. Meadowwood Lane in Liberty Lake, were asked: “How early do you start getting ready for the holidays?”
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Vocal Point: Shopper survival on Black Friday requires strategy
November 17, 2011 in Washington Voices on Page S2 November’s finish is approaching, reminding me of having survived last year’s Black Friday, the busiest shopping day of the year. I wouldn’t call myself a super shopper, although, genetically-speaking, I …
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In brief: Sheriff’s office and police will square off in hockey
November 17, 2011 in Washington Voices on Page S4 RIVERSIDE – The third annual Spokane County Sheriff’s Office vs. Spokane Police Department charity hockey game will be at the Arena, 720 W. Mallon Ave., on Saturday at 5 p.m. …
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In brief: Donations sought during troops appreciation month
November 17, 2011 in Washington Voices on Page S5 SPOKANE VALLEY – Harley Davidson Motor Co. and the USO will celebrate Military Appreciation Month nationwide and locally, people can show their support by visiting Harley Davidson, 19011 E. Cataldo …
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Couple stays ‘footloose and fancy free’ to keep fun times coming
November 17, 2011 in Washington Voices on Page S5 Wayne Best is clear about who is to blame for a union that’s spanned 69 years. “It was all Clara’s fault that we met!” he said. From their north Spokane …
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Cool observers pay yard, gardener a farewell visit
November 17, 2011 in Washington Voices on Page S5 Last weekend I got two special treats while doing the last fall chores. Saturday I dashed out to move some deck chairs to their winter spot. The wind was picking …
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Religion Notebook: Thanksgiving services set
November 17, 2011 in Washington Voices on Page S8 One week from today, Americans will sit down for a meal and take a moment to give thanks for their blessings. If you would like to attend a service of …
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The Verve: Her memory is her muse
November 17, 2011 in Washington Voices on Page S9 If you hear strange sounds coming from the garage attached to Stephanie Sammons’ Liberty Lake home, she’s in there using saws and drills, deconstructing found objects and reconstructing them. When …
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In brief: Library group wins grant for science
November 17, 2011 in Washington Voices on Page S12 SPOKANE COUNTY – The Spokane Public Library Foundation recently received a grant from the Fred Meyer Fund. The $30,000 grant will provide family programming in 2012 that supports education in …
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Family calendar
November 17, 2011 in Washington Voices on Page S12 Today Mobius Kids Classes - A variety of classes and camps will be offered for ages 4-10. Visit www.mobiusspokane.org to view the full list and details. Mobius Kids, River Park …
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Volunteer opportunities
November 17, 2011 in Washington Voices on Page S12 Inland Northwest Mentoring Partnership – Inland Northwest Mentoring Partnership is looking for volunteers to open their hearts to mentoring. Visit www.unitedway.org or www.inlandnwmentoring.org for more information. Meals on Wheels Spokane …
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Education Notebook: Rogers students present ‘Curious Savage’
November 17, 2011 in Washington Voices on Page S13 Rogers High School drama students will show audiences that money doesn’t bring happiness, even when you’re left $10 million by your deceased husband – but, friends in the nut house …
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Front Porch: Season, lives can change quickly
November 17, 2011 in Washington Voices on Page V1 A northerly blast rattles the windows and threatens the few leaves still stubbornly clinging to our apple tree. The russet and amber brilliance of autumn is fading fast. Seasons change.
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Spokane Valley City Council sets speed trap
November 17, 2011 in Washington Voices on Page V1 Spokane Valley City Council members removed one speed trap on Indiana Avenue Tuesday night and immediately replaced it with another. In doing so they also ignored the advice of their … 2
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New classes introduce students to science, technology, more
November 17, 2011 in Washington Voices on Page V1 Madie Laws, a Central Valley High School sophomore, isn’t sure what she wants to be when she grows up, but she knows she wants to do something in the medical …
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New marker imparts history of area pioneer
November 17, 2011 in Washington Voices on Page V1 Before Liberty Lake was given the name we still use today, it was Lake Grier, an area that was close to the home of the Coeur d’Alene Tribe and Chief …
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Car show restrictions also limit donations
November 17, 2011 in Washington Voices on Page V2 The Oct. 22 Valley Voice section of The Spokesman-Review carried an article by Nina Culver titled “Restrictions on car shows explained by parks director.” Unfortunately, only part of the story …
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Projects earn Scouts honors
November 17, 2011 in Washington Voices on Page V2 Eagle Scouts Zachary Taylor and Christopher Taylor of Boy Scout Troop 340 were honored with the 2011 Outstanding Patriotic Service Award, given by the Governor’s Council on Veterans Affairs. They …
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Students hope to Fill the Bus with food donations
November 17, 2011 in Washington Voices on Page V4 For the seventh year, students in the Central Valley School District will participate in the Fill the Bus challenge in locations around Spokane Valley. Nearly 100 students are expected to …
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Creature Feature: Leonardo, a long-haired tabby
November 17, 2011 in Washington Voices on Page V4 Leonardo came into SCRAPS Nov. 12. He’s a long-haired male orange tabby – talkative and outgoing. He likes to roll around and tell you how much he adores you. He …
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In brief: Donations sought for troops during appreciation month
November 17, 2011 in Washington Voices on Page V5 SPOKANE VALLEY – Harley Davidson Motor Co. and the USO will celebrate Military Appreciation Month nationwide and locally, people can show their support by visiting Harley Davidson, 19011 E. Cataldo …
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Senior bulletin board
November 17, 2011 in Washington Voices on Page V6 Today Orlando’s Special Buffet – Today. Enjoy a special buffet at Orlando’s at Spokane Community College, including roast chicken pot pie with cranberry chutney, salad, bread and dessert. The meal …
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Senior meals
November 17, 2011 in Washington Voices on Page V6 For the week of Nov. 21-25 Monday – Option 1: Marinated beef and vegetables, rice pilaf, steamed carrots, whole-grain roll, cinnamon apple slices. Option 2: Creamy dill tuna salad, rice …
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