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Light snow snarling morning commute
February 25, 2013 A winter storm delivered light snow throughout much of the Inland Northwest this morning, snarling the morning commute. 1
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Spokane police seek tips about early morning shooting
February 25, 2013 Spokane police are seeking information about a shooting that took place early this morning on Baldwin Avenue between Cincinnati and Hamilton streets. 70
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Two arrests in North Spokane attempted burglary
February 25, 2013 Two men were arrested late Sunday after Spokane police responded to a burglary in progress report at Action Recycling. 21
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Getting There: New LED signs planned for I-90, Highway 2
February 25, 2013 on Page A1 Five electronic highway signs on Interstate 90 and U.S. Highway 2 in the Spokane area are getting an update this year. The existing signs date to 1995 and use outdated … 10
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Spokane AIDS Network’s Oscar gala nets much-needed funds
February 25, 2013 on Page A1 Dressed in tuxedos and sequined dresses, crowds milled among artwork Sunday at the Northern Quest Resort and Casino and listened to the pre-show of the Oscars as they celebrated the …
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Wallis lands lead in remake of ‘Annie’
February 25, 2013 on Page A4 The young Oscar-nominated star of “Beasts of the Southern Wild” has been cast in the lead role of a new version of “Annie.” Sony Pictures announced Sunday that Quvenzhane Wallis … 2
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The Rock Doc: Durum wheat now has a softer side
February 25, 2013 on Page A5 Eighty years ago, my mother was in grade school, where paste was made by mixing a little flour and water together. Memories of that simple glue came back to her … 1
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Suspect dies during jail booking
February 25, 2013 on Page A6 A diabetic man arrested by Spokane police died during booking Sunday morning at the Spokane County Jail after he reportedly became uncooperative and jailers used a Taser to help subdue … 34
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Body found west of Medical Lake
February 25, 2013 on Page A6 Spokane County sheriff’s detectives are investigating what they are calling a suspicious death after a man was found dead Sunday in a ditch near the intersection of two rural roads …
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Review: Symphony uses Spanish flair to impart color
February 25, 2013 on Page A6 One of the great joys of orchestral music is that it can be enjoyed in many different ways. One can listen for beautiful melodies or delightful combinations of instrumental sounds, … 2
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Deputies investigating body west of Medical Lake
February 24, 2013 Spokane County Sheriff’s detectives are investigating what they are currently calling a suspicious death after an adult male was found dead in a ditch near the intersection of two rural … 4
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Diabetic inmate dies after struggle in booking area
February 24, 2013 A diabetic man arrested by Spokane Police died while during booking this morning at the Spokane County Jail after he reportedly became uncooperative and jailers used a Taser and other … 128
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With four challenged children, single mom remains true to family
February 24, 2013 on Page A1 Meet Stacey Sprock. She’s a mom doing the best she can with a life that may seem impossible to fathom. Unemployed and separated from her husband, Sprock is raising four … 33
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Vestal: Plaintiffs in Jeffreys lawsuits blame appraisers, lawyer
February 24, 2013 on Page A1 The real estate investments put together by developer Gregory Jeffreys in the years before his criminal indictment have been the target of lawsuits by investors, who claim Jeffreys took advantage … 14
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The Sprocks: Kendall, 16
February 24, 2013 on Page A9 He’s a junior at Lake City High School, drives a 1998 Mercury Mountaineer and is working to become an Eagle Scout. 2
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The Sprocks: Kristian, 13
February 24, 2013 on Page A9 The Canfield Middle School seventh-grader loves riddles and “stupid jokes,” his mom said, and playing video games and watching “Dr. Who.”
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The Sprocks: Kylynn, 5
February 24, 2013 on Page A9 Her vocabulary is narrow. The few phrases Kylynn speaks come from “SpongeBob SquarePants,” the cartoon she adores. “Bubble buddy!” she’ll say. “I’m ready.” Kylynn was diagnosed with autism shortly before …
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The Sprocks: Kameryn, 11
February 24, 2013 on Page A9 His hugs are special, an expression of unconditional affection. “When he gives you a hug, you know he’s putting forth because he wants to,” Sprock said.
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Care amid chaos
February 24, 2013 on Page A10 ‘I’ve had days where I hit my pillow and cried and said ‘why me?’ But for every bad day there’s probably been 100 wonderful days.” The days break in chaos. …
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Finding time for fun
February 24, 2013 on Page A11 The lighter moments, the special occasions. This is what normal feels like. Sprock carves out time for fun on Friday nights, when Kameryn is with a nurse’s aide. She looks …
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Winding down
February 24, 2013 on Page A12 About 10 years ago Sprock bought a “Wizard of Oz” music box. Now she has a small collection of Oz memorabilia in a glass case. She gets them as gifts, …
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Sheriff’s Office helicopter shines spotlight on criminals
February 24, 2013 on Page B1 On New Year’s Eve, the Spokane County Sheriff’s Office helicopter enabled deputies to find a suspected killer hiding under the Greene Street Bridge along the Spokane River. In January 2011, … 18
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County could open thousands of acres for development
February 24, 2013 on Page B1 Spokane County commissioners are poised to open raw land for new development, a boon for housing speculators. But the expansion could come with significant public costs. The county’s own draft … 31
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Clark: Hey, Fagan, civility isn’t a part-time responsibility
February 24, 2013 on Page B1 Advice for any elected official wanting to be taken seriously: Try not to call the governor “a lying whore.” 71
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That’s NEWS to You quiz
February 24, 2013 on Page B1 If you kept up with the news last week – or even if you didn’t – you could be a winner in our weekly news quiz. Test your memory with …
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Jim Kershner’s this day in history
February 24, 2013 on Page B1 From our archives, 100 years ago In 1913, the newspaper regularly provided synopses of the sermons in area churches.
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In brief: Fatal crash victims identified
February 24, 2013 on Page B2 The victims of a traffic accident in which one person died and one was injured on U.S. Highway 395 Friday have been identified. Northbound driver Luletta M. Gilk, 49, was …
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Spin Control: Gun legislation facing uncertain Capitol future
February 24, 2013 on Page B2 OLYMPIA – The massacre of first-graders and educators at Sandy Hook Elementary in Connecticut may result in some major national gun-control legislation this year. Too soon to tell. But it …
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Molded-fiber trays cushion bottom line
February 24, 2013 on Page B2 WENATCHEE – Keyes Packaging has cracked the egg-tray market and is scrambling to meet demand for its recycled-paper trays popular with egg producers and retailers across the West. “Our machines … 2
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Democrats investigate campaign director
February 24, 2013 on Page B2 SEATTLE – The executive director of the Democrats’ state Senate campaign committee is being investigated after indications that he made improper expenditures using the group’s money, lawmakers said Saturday. In … 5
Celtic Woman is coming to Spokane
