In brief: Sheriff urges safety on river

SPOKANE RIVER – The Spokane County Sheriff’s Office marine patrol is reminding local water recreationists that the Spokane River is still running high, and cold water temperatures can pose a risk to anyone who is on the water without the proper equipment or skills.

Hypothermia becomes a risk in any water less than 70 degrees and can cause an otherwise capable boater or swimmer to become weak and disoriented, said Sgt. Dave Reagan in a press release.

Life jackets must be worn at all times when on the river from the Idaho State line to the Plantes Ferry Centennial Trail bridge. Boaters should also carry a sound-producing device – a horn or whistle for when needed.

Motorized vessels are not allowed on the river April 16 through Oct. 14 from the Plantes Ferry Centennial Trail bridge to the Barker Road vridge, and from the west Spokane city limits to Plese Flats.

McVay Brothers burglarized

SPOKANE VALLEY – Burglars broke into McVay Brothers, 11420 E. Montgomery Drive, sometime between 5 p.m. Friday and 6 a.m. Monday. Several pieces of office equipment were reported stolen, said Spokane Valley Police spokesman Sgt. Dave Reagan.

Officer Jerad Kiehn said a rock was used to smash the glass from a 4-foot square window to gain entry to the business. Items stolen included a 37-inch television, a Direct TV receiver box and a computer monitor.

Anyone with information about the burglary is encouraged to call Crime Check at (509) 456-2233.

Council meeting not till June 29

SPOKANE VALLEY – The Spokane Valley City Council will not have its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday. Several council members will be attending a conference out of town. The next council meeting is set for June 29.