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• New meal program brings kids to the table

  February 7, 2013 in Washington Voices on Page S1 It was only the second time they tried it, but the children at Northeast Youth Center behaved like they’d always sat down for a hot meal in the late afternoon. … 1

• Playhouse auction will benefit kids

  January 31, 2013 in Washington Voices on Page V9 Budget cuts at youth programs and community centers across town were on Kim Ferraro’s mind when she was on a trip to Montana last year. Ferraro is the executive director … 1

• Concussions expert urges age limit on head blows

  November 3, 2012 in Health A leading neurosurgeon called for better protection for young athletes from head injuries on Friday, as a research project involving 100 retired NFL players seeks a diagnosis for a brain …

• Violence concerns downtown Spokane businesses

  June 26, 2012 in City SPOKANE — Some downtown Spokane businesses concerned about late-night violence will discuss the issue tonight at a meeting of the Riverside Neighborhood Council. 52

• Green Job Corps teaches youths teamwork, entrepeneurship

  July 30, 2011 in Washington Voices on Page V4 Tomatoes and strawberries aren’t the only thing growing at Riverfront Farm. On a recent Thursday morning, the urban garden teemed with kids sporting Green Collar Job Corps T-shirts. Green Collar …

• Green Job Corps teaches youths teamwork, entrepeneurship

  July 14, 2011 in Washington Voices on Page S1 Tomatoes and strawberries aren’t the only thing growing at Riverfront Farm. Last Thursday morning, the urban garden teemed with kids sporting Green Collar Job Corps T-shirts. Green Collar Job Corps … 1

• Youth symphony considers top résumés for artistic director

  January 27, 2011 in Washington Voices on Page S1 When Spokane Youth Symphony’s artistic director Verne Windham announced his retirement from the orchestras in 2009, everyone knew he’d be extremely difficult to replace. The question on everybody’s mind was: …

• Inner City Outings founder connects kids with great outdoors

  December 20, 2010 in City, Outdoors on Page A5 “We must offer kids something if we expect them to turn off TV, have a connection to nature, and be respectful of the environment when they grow up,” Chris Bachman … 1

• For today’s youths, there may be a downside to high self-esteem

  July 19, 2010 in Features on Page C1 Laura Rovi was smart enough to be lazy. An honor student at York High School in Elmhurst, Ill., she was accustomed to getting an A even when she cruised through … 1

• Bible before school

  November 7, 2009 in Washington Voices on Page V1 Every Thursday, a group of Central Valley High School students shuffle into Good Shepherd Lutheran Church for Bible study before their school day begins. The new ministry was the idea …

• Early youth seasons quality time for family

  September 17, 2009 in Sports on Page K14 The absolute best time of the year to take a kid bird hunting – especially for waterfowl – is coming up before the general hunting seasons open. “There’s always lots …

• Youth

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• youth activities

  April 5, 2007 in Voices on Page S8 Girl Scout Program Center – Girls ages 5-17 are invited to use the arts and crafts room, computer lab and life skills center featuring a large kitchen, 1404 N. Ash …

• Third Teen Convicted In Inchelium Crime Spree

  August 1, 1996 in City on Page B3 A third teenager was convicted Wednesday of participating in a crime spree that terrorized the Inchelium area last April. Ferry County Juvenile Court Judge Larry Kristianson convicted the 13-year-old boy …

• Boy Describes Classroom Scene

  February 4, 1996 in Nation/World on Page A1 Jon Lane shoved aside the barrel of the high-powered rifle and slammed the 14-year-old gunman against the classroom wall. He held the teenager there while a classroom full of terrified …

• Tragedy Draws Town Together Stunned Residents Cling To One Another After School Slayings

  February 4, 1996 in Nation/World on Page A1 1. Family members gather at the home of shooting victim Manuel Vela on Saturday. “He was full of life,” said Domingo Martinez, Manuel’s uncle. Photo by Dan McComb/The Spokesman-Review 2. …

• Family, Friends Remember, Grieve For Lost Children

  February 4, 1996 in Nation/World on Page A12 The suddenness of the Moses Lake school shooting started to hit home on Saturday. One moment the children were peacefully studying in class, said the Rev. Kevan Smith of Immanuel …

• House Panel Approves ‘Becca Bill’

  March 7, 1995 in City on Page B3 The “Becca Bill” to give parents and local authorities a stronger hand in dealing with runaway children has cleared a key hurdle in the state House. Before unanimously approving a …

• Teens Taking Adult Leadership Roles From City Councils To State Boards, Area Students Make Big Contributions

  January 30, 1995 in Nation/World on Page A1 1. Among his many activities, Tim Coley, 17, is a non-voting member of the Davenport City Council. Photo by John Craig/The Spokesman-Review 2. Turner 3. Countryman