Jody Lawrence-Turner

Jody Lawrence-Turner covers education in Eastern Washington and North Idaho.

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Recent stories by Jody

Body was tied up, police say

January 18, 2006 in City on Page B1 The hands and feet of a partially decomposed body discovered in south Spokane County were tied, investigators revealed Tuesday. A woman reported finding the body in a wood pile late …
Lax laws are building resentment

January 17, 2006 in City on Page A1 A judge sentenced Sam Cover to seven years in prison for swindling people who hired him for building projects. Yet three times since he was released in 2002, Washington state …
Man allegedly told friend of plans for killing

January 14, 2006 in City on Page B3 A Spokane Valley man charged with first-degree murder reportedly told a friend how he planned to kill his pregnant wife: a power saw, dismemberment and molten metal. But during a …
Man back in jail two days after his release

January 13, 2006 in City on Page B3 A 23-year-old Spokane man, who was just released from jail Tuesday, now faces an attempted murder charge in connection with a Thursday morning shooting. Spokane police arrested Jaycee Carrywater at …
Homeowner has shootout with burglars

January 11, 2006 in City on Page A1 A Spokane man grabbed his rifle early Tuesday when he heard a crash in his attached garage. Minutes later, the South Hill resident exchanged gunshots with three men he had …
Man says blast threw him 30 feet

January 10, 2006 in Idaho on Page B1 One of four North Idaho residents injured in a residential propane explosion reported being thrown 30 feet through the air by the force of the blast, landing across a driveway …
CHOICE

January 7, 2006 in SatValley on Page V1 A Spokane Valley teenager arrested for possession of alcohol had a choice – take her chances in the juvenile court system or enter into a diversion program. “I went into …
Acting police chief putting his ideas to work

January 6, 2006 in City on Page B1 Jim Nicks’ appointment as Spokane Police Department’s acting chief could be short. But the 48-year-old is moving forward as if his picture will be the next to hang prominently on …
14 cats die in fire despite efforts

January 1, 2006 in City on Page B1 A Spokane woman escaped her burning home Saturday morning but suffered first- and second-degree burns after running back inside to try to save her cats. Phyllis Sisseck lost 14 feline …
Insurance agent investigated

December 29, 2005 in City on Page B1 A Spokane Valley insurance agent could face multiple charges in connection with the theft of thousands of dollars in premium payments from at least 14 of his clients. Chuck Raschko, …
Bell-ringers embody spirit of the season

December 25, 2005 in City on Page B1 Lonnie Hubbard rings a Salvation Army bell not just to help raise money for the organization, but also to share his faith. “Tomorrow is the Lord’s birthday,” Hubbard shouted Saturday. …
Mechanic closes shop with auction

December 18, 2005 in Idaho on Page B1 Herman Lackyard auctioned off his life Saturday – piece by piece. The 67-year-old has been working in the automotive field since 1955. But after about 20 years as a Coeur …
Seasonal shoplifting cuts into profits

December 17, 2005 in Idaho on Page B1 If you find a 67-piece set of fine china, an ice cream machine, a waffle maker and some nice area rugs under your Christmas tree, they might just have been …
Parents emphasize safety at gun show

December 11, 2005 in City on Page B1 When it comes to guns and children, education is the key, parents said Saturday at the Spokane Gun Show. Stan Bulmer even brought his 10- and 12-year-old sons to the …
It’s a dog’s laugh

December 10, 2005 in City on Page A1 Dogs laugh. That excited panting noise canines make while playing or anticipating a much desired walk … that’s a laugh, according to animal behaviorist Patricia Simonet.
Lost snowmobilers rescued

December 10, 2005 in City on Page B1 Two missing snowmobilers who spent a night on Mica Peak in southern Spokane County were found alive Friday morning by search-and-rescue teams. Ken Naccarato, 39, of Spokane Valley, and 15-year-old …
6-year-old dies of gunshot wound

December 8, 2005 in City on Page B1 A 6-year-old boy died Wednesday morning after being shot in the head at his North Spokane County home the previous night. An investigation into the shooting continues, said Cpl. Dave …
Cold weather contributes to increase in fire calls

December 8, 2005 in Voices on Page V10 Spokane Valley Fire Department’s calls were up by 10 percent between Nov. 29 and Monday compared to recent weeks. Weather was blamed for the increase.
SCOPE volunteers act as Sheriff’s Office eyes, ears

December 8, 2005 in Voices on Page S12 Ed Persch answers phones at a west Spokane Valley community policing office.
Business districts urge Spokanites to shop local

December 4, 2005 in City on Page B3 Four community business districts in Spokane were encouraging Christmas shoppers Saturday to stay local rather than go to the major retailers. As part of “Girls Day Out,” the shops along …