September 25, 2008 in Voices

Kids locate Scoop Reporter

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Scoop Reporter was spotted hiding among advertisements in last week’s Voices by the following six winners, who are this week’s Honorary Cub Reporters and are eligible to receive free ice cream.

Congratulations to:

Jared Nelson, 10, who is a student at Assumption Catholic School, found Scoop on page 4 of Thursday’s North Side Voice. He is the son Terry and Ruth Nelson.

Ethan Upp, 10, who is a student at Bryant Elementary and is the son of Rick and Cynthia Upp, spotted Scoop on page 14 of the South Side Voice.

Lance Gifford, 9, who is a student at Continuing Curriculum School, found Scoop on page 17 of the Valley Voice. He is the son of Guy Gifford.

Berrick Cooper, 7, a student at Garwood Elementary and grandson of Susan and Jim Ochenkoski, spotted Scoop at page 8 of the Prairie Voice.

Erin Vopalensky, 8, who is a student at Orchard Prairie Elementary, found Scoop on page 8 of Saturday’s Valley Voice. She is the daughter of Greg and Mary Vopalensky.

Emma Hazel, 5, who is a student at Bryant Elementary and the daughter of Joel and Christa Hazel, found Scoop on page 6 of Handle Extra.

West Valley

Villaro quits teaching job

Former West Valley High School teacher and head wrestling coach John Villaro has quit his job with the West Valley School District. Villaro, 35, was charged with two felony counts of assault in April after allegedly assaulting his wife.

Villaro lost his coaching position, but remained in the classroom. The district was waiting until after his trial to decide what disciplinary action to take, district spokeswoman Sue Shields said in July. “He resigned before school started,” Shields said this week. “He no longer works for us.”

His case is set for trial on Oct. 6, but attorney Rob Cossey is hopeful that his client won’t go on trial. “There are intense negotiations going on,” he said. “No one wants this to go to trial. It might be resolved in the next couple of weeks.”

Cossey said he wasn’t sure why Villaro quit his job. “I think the allegations and the stress and everything,” he said. Cossey said he is not aware of Villaro’s career plans.

Spokane Valley

Candy shop opening Oct. 3

Bruttles Candy Shoppe will have a grand opening on Oct. 3 at 101 N. University Road, from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Bruttles Candy has been selling at the Davenport Hotel since its reopening in 2002. The owner has been working out of a 1,200-square-foot shop with just enough room to cook, but now has expanded to 3,700 square feet.

There will be free candy samples and cider available at the opening. Bruttles will be carrying holiday treats and have specialized packages for weddings, corporate gift-giving and all occasions.

For more information, call 228-9509 or visit www.bruttles.com.

Manito

Children’s fair Saturday

Children are invited to a Renaissance Faire Saturday at Manito Park.

The fair will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. just east of the Duncan Garden.

Friends of Manito is hosting the event. Children will listen to stories, design a Robin Hood or princess hat, color a coat of arms and be able to mingle with people dressed in Renaissance costumes.

Music and games are also on tap at the free event.

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