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Police hunt suspect in triple homicide

February 12, 2012 on Page A1 Tracy Ader’s stepfather kept a gun at his side Saturday. The man suspected of murdering Ader and her two young sons was at large, and Steve Ponsness was taking no … 4
Encouraging signs emerging from Great Recession

February 12, 2012 on Page A1 Manufacturers are hiring in Spokane and selling goods across the globe, igniting hopes of an economic recovery. From airplane parts to medical devices, cookware, pharmaceuticals and mining equipment, factories across … 37
Beyonce, Jay-Z share bundle of joy

February 12, 2012 on Page A4 She’s been a sensation since she’s been born, and now Blue Ivy has made her public debut. Five photos of the 1-month-old were posted by her parents – Beyonce and …
Doug Clark: Take a stand and support local talent

February 12, 2012 on Page B1 Ask any chamber of commerce official what the key to a community’s financial well-being is, and they invariably give you two words. Shop local. 8
That’s NEWS to you

February 12, 2012 on Page B1 Did you pay attention to the news last week? Let’s find out. And after you’ve warmed up your “news sense,” try our online quiz at spokesman.com/newsquiz for a chance …
Jim Kershner’s This day in history

February 12, 2012 on Page B1 From our archives, 100 years ago Spokane’s chief health officer issued an odd pronouncement: “Impure air or ‘canned atmosphere’ was the cause of 60 percent of the deaths in Spokane.”
In brief: Inmate goes missing from Geiger jail

February 12, 2012 on Page B1 An inmate arrested in December after posting a Facebook video showing allegedly stolen items escaped Saturday from the Geiger Corrections Center. Nathan J. Calvert, 28, was serving time for multiple … 2
Child inventors gather to display problem-solving skills, creativity

February 12, 2012 on Page B1 Carlie and Camellia Merrill spent too much time taking care of their chickens, as far as they were concerned. So when tasked with creating an invention for a contest in …
About 1,200 attend service in Tacoma for slain boys

February 12, 2012 on Page B1 TACOMA – More than a thousand people mourned the deaths of Charlie and Braden Powell at a public funeral Saturday, nearly a week after the young boys’ father killed them …
Spin Cycle: Perhaps budget is more pressing, but marriage debate was good

February 12, 2012 on Page B2 OLYMPIA – Republican leaders in the Legislature have been uniformly critical of same-sex marriage bills as the proposals worked their way through the two chambers on what can only be … 1
‘Cuckoo’s Nest’ turns 50

February 12, 2012 on Page B2 EUGENE, Ore. – It was 50 years ago Wednesday that Ken Kesey’s wildly acclaimed novel “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” burst onto the published page, but his widow, Faye …
Missoula company signs sensor deal

February 12, 2012 on Page B3 MISSOULA – A Missoula company is getting a $2.5 million contract to make special sensors invented by a University of Montana professor that will be used to monitor oceans, the …
Washington state bills target variety of issues

February 12, 2012 on Page B3 OLYMPIA – State lawmakers moved ahead Saturday on a range of legislation, including measures on child pornography viewed by criminal defendants, electric car fees and adoptees’ access to birth certificates. … 3
That’s News to you answers

February 12, 2012 on Page B7 Here are the answers to the print edition of this week’s quiz. 1. B. Home sales went up in Spokane County in December 2011 compared to the previous December, to …
Huckeleberries: Those beer goggles are hiding an ugly truth

February 12, 2012 on Page B7 On TV, the commercials portray alcohol in the best of lights. A horse exercises a la Rocky Balboa to join the Budweiser Clydesdales. A sophisticated adventurer surrounded by femmes tells …
Geiger inmate escapes

February 11, 2012 An inmate arrested in December after posting a video to his Facebook page showing what police believe are stolen items escaped today from the Geiger Corrections Center. 9
Pop superstar Whitney Houston dies

February 11, 2012 Whitney Houston, who ruled as pop music’s queen until her majestic voice and regal image were ravaged by drug use, erratic behavior and a tumultuous marriage to singer Bobby Brown, … 12
Family, teachers remember Powell boys in Tacoma

February 11, 2012 The family of missing Utah woman Susan Powell is holding a public funeral for her two sons, nearly a week after their father killed them in a gas-fueled blaze. 1
Triple homicide suspect lived with victims

February 11, 2012 A woman and her two children are dead and a killer is at large in what police are considering a triple homicide in north Spokane. 3
Public safety tops mayor’s list

February 11, 2012 on Page A1 Spokane Mayor David Condon unveiled his 100-day action plan on Friday with only 58 days left to complete it. He began his list with public safety and returning confidence in … 31
Three dead in possible homicides on North Side

February 11, 2012 on Page A1 Two juveniles and an adult woman were found dead Friday evening in what police are considering a triple homicide at a residence in north Spokane. None of the victims had … 5
Raceway operator gets enthusiastic partner

February 11, 2012 on Page A5 Spokane County Raceway Park is getting a new managing partner who promised on Friday to bring changes to the controversial venue. Craig Smith – a well-known drag racer, crop-duster and … 4
System worked, ‘start to finish,’ to nab bomber

February 11, 2012 on Page A5 Second of two parts Through late February and into March, the massive investigation into the attempted bombing at Spokane’s Martin Luther King Jr. Day march focused its considerable resources on … 2
Snow rules will be considered

February 11, 2012 on Page A5 That guy who pushed all the snow from his driveway into the street could have to pay for blocking your morning commute. The Spokane City Council on Monday will consider … 9
Jim Kershner’s This day in history » On the Web: spokesman.com/topics/local-history

February 11, 2012 on Page A5 From our archives, 100 years ago One workman was dead and another in jail for murder after a deadly confrontation at the Washington Brick and Lime Co. near Dishman.
Ex-wife’s death record displayed

February 11, 2012 on Page A5 A Deer Park man accused of strangling his ex-wife and posing her dead body had her death certificate displayed in his home when detectives arrested him this week, detectives say. … 1
Idaho records

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Washington records

February 11, 2012 on Page A6 Spokane County Marriage licenses
Thompson request OK’d

February 11, 2012 on Page A6 A federal judge Friday granted a request by the attorney for former Spokane police officer Karl F. Thompson Jr. to allow lawyers to interview a government expert witness who claims … 5
Cowan throws hat in ring for Congress

February 11, 2012 on Page A6 A local film director says he’s ready for a career change. Rich Cowan, president and CEO of North by Northwest, a Spokane-based film production company, said Friday that he’s decided … 7