Breaking News notice from Stevens County Public Works.
Staff Reports
June 30, 2026
ROAD CLOSURE ALERT – JOHNSON GRADE ROAD
Master Gardener Christine Gile displays a developing cluster of green table grapes. Photo courtesy Christine Gile.
Christine Gile, WSU Extension Master Gardener, Stevens County
October 28, 2026
While some fruits can be easy to harvest because they ripen after being picked, grapes can be more difficult. Grapes typically reach their optimal ripeness on the vine and rely on the amount of light that reaches the plant’s leaves to create the sugars for the fruit, rather than direct sunlight on the fruit.
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Have an upcoming event in Colville, Stevens County, or the surrounding region? Submit your details here, and we’ll feature your event in the Statesman-Examiner’s online calendar.
Country Craft Show
Ag Trade Center
NOVEMBER 6-7
9:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. & 9:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
317 W Astor Ave, Colville, WA 99114, USA
Bingo
Chewelah Senior Center
NOVEMBER 6
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
302 E Main Ave, Chewelah, WA 99109, USA
Indoor Farmer’s Market
Crossroads
NOVEMBER 7
12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m
145 S Main St, Colville, WA 99114, USA
Holiday Marketplace
Mistequa Casino Hotel
NOVEMBER 7
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
2555 Smith Rd, Chewelah, WA 99109, USA
Drive-Thru Vaccination Clinic
Colville Valley Animal Sanctuary
NOVEMBER 7
9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m
501 Old Arden Hwy, Colville, WA 99114, USA
November 4, 2026
Kathy Berrigan
Kettle Falls
How to Drive People and Businesses Away
We hear complaints daily about the high cost of gas. California, Hawaii, and Washington (blue states, interestingly) have the highest gas prices in the nation. Washington has no plan to lower prices, in fact just the opposite. If your vehicle has a 20-gallon gas tank, every time you fill it up, you’re spending almost $20 for gas tax and Climate Control, with the latter to increase over time. That could add up to an extra $1,000 or so a year, in 10 years – yikes. Why are we doing this to ourselves? Additionally, Washington has the third highest combined state and local sales tax. And in the 2024 ranking, Washington had the 10th highest property tax. As you know, there are some pushing for an income tax, as well. Do we want our state to be No. 1 in the nation for taxes? Again, why are we doing this to ourselves?
Births
Lincoln George Doyon was born on April 14, 2026, to parents Erika George and Samual Doyon of Loon Lake, Wash. He weighed 6 pounds, 14 ounces at birth, and has one brother, Lewis, age 13. His maternal grandparents are Mike and Shelly George of Kettle Falls, Wash. His paternal grandparents are Greg and Juanita Doyon of Spanaway, Wash.
Births
Paisley Starr Bair was born on April 17, 2026, to parents Mya and Issac Baior of Kettle Falls, Wash. She weighed 7 pounds, 9 ounces at birth. Her maternal grandparents are Kerri and Tyler Edwards of Kettle Falls, Wash. Her paternal grandparents are Marcy and Issac Bair of Kettle Falls, Wash. Her maternal great-grandparents are Steve and Irene Horter of Alimira, Wash., and Kim and Sue Edwards of Kettle Falls, Wash. Her paternal great-grandparent is Margarita Kingsburg of Flat Creek, Wash.
Births
Kysen Ray VanQuekelberg was born on March 17, 2026, to parents Abigail Lembcke and Brock VanQuekelberg of Colville, Wash. He weighed 7 pounds, 6 ounces at birth, and has one brother, Kane VanQuekelberg, age 1. His maternal grandparents are Del and Michele Lembcke of Colville, Wash. His paternal grandparent is Tammie VanQuekelberg of Spokane, Wash.
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200 - Residential Rental
REPUBLIC AREA 2 bd, den, 1bath, daylight basement apartment. Electric/STARLINK/ heat, water, and trash included. Carport and lg outsidec overed area. Pets considered.$1300/month, $1300 deposit.Call 360-941-0384
Oct 21, 2026
EZ2C Ranch
Covered Boat/RV/Vehicle Storage
Northport Washington
509-675-5658
ladyday57@hotmail.com
120 - Notices
PUBLIC NOTICE: Loon Lake School Board Meeting Time Chang. The Loon Lake School District Board of Directors announces a permanent change to its regular monthly meeting time. Beginning November 18, 2026, school board meetings will be held at 4:00 p.m. instead of 5:30 p.m. Meetings will continue to take place on the third Wednesday of each month at Loon Lake Elementary Schoo
Oct 21, 2026
220 - Misc. for Sale
40 lbs. minnkota troll. motor. $130.00. Berkley 1.5 HP well pump, 6gpm $300.00 oxygen/ act torch kit with tanks and cart. $450.00. 509-732-6138.
Oct 21, 2026
310 - Heavy/Farm Equipment
Tow-behind DR Field & Brush Mower 2007 model. Recently serviced and still working. $1000 or best offer. 509-684- 4135
Oct 21, 2026
330 - Autos
1999 Subaru Legacy Outback. 195,997 miles. $700 OBO. Most likely a parts car. Starts with jump, battery is currently dead and has overheating problems. Needs to be towed. 509-596-6236
Oct 21, 2026
Multi-family yard sale. Household items, farming, horse tack, knick-knacks, and more. 3260 Hwy 25 N. Northport. Thursday 9/3 through Monday 9/7, 9-5.
$10.60
Saturday September 5, 9-5 . 512 E. 2nd Colville, in the garage. Proceeds for Woodland Theatre. Building Supplies, Costumes, and Mens Suits, and More.
10.90
