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Cindy Hval

Cindy Hval

Current Position: freelancer

Cindy Hval is a freelance columnist and correspondent. Her "Front Porch" column appears on alternate Thursdays in the Voices section. Her articles appear in the Features section and throughout the newspaper. Visit her at www.cindyhval.com

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News >  Spokane

Front Porch: Showing some love to locally owned eateries

You never know how much you miss something until it’s gone. Derek and I have entered the blissful state of the almost-empty nest. With just one kid at home our budget has relaxed enough for us to enjoy dining out at least once a week (and that doesn’t include Friday night pizza.)
News >  Spokane

Front Porch: Of Mondays and mugs

Bewildered, I stared through sleep-fogged eyes at the rack above the kitchen sink. I saw Sam’s Star Wars cup, Derek’s Three Stooges mug, and a few others, but my Monday mug was missing.
News >  Spokane

Front Porch: It’s not what I miss most; it’s who

March 29. For those keeping track at home, that’s the last time I wore mascara. I’m putting that extra five minutes a day to good use, though. For instance, I posted that fascinating tidbit across my social media platforms.
News >  Spokane

Grandfather pens children’s book to encourage granddaughter with health issues

Stan Hughes worried about his granddaughter Sofia Velasquez. The 11-year-old has severe food allergies and digestive issues. She always had to bring her own lunch to school, and often found herself alone at the lunch table. While the other children enjoyed gym class, her physical restrictions meant she had more bench time than play time.