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Colville Together announced on Nov. 2 that their November Art Exhibition, entitled “Chapters,” will feature local artist Linda Hyatt Cancel at Crossroads Event Center, located at 145 S. Main Street in Colville.

The eastern Washington law enforcement and northeast Washington communities are mourning the loss of one of its own after Spokane County Sheriff ’s Deputy Mason Acheson.

Leaf mold refers to decomposed leaves and can be compared to cold composting, according to Washington State University (WSU) Master Gardeners.

Snow on mountains and even patches of snow along roadsides have made it clear that winter is approaching northeast Washington.

Quick Action By Bystander And Emergency Responders Saves Man’s Life at Kettle Falls Gas Station, Highlighting the Importance of CPR In Rural Communities

Fire Chief Mike Bucy Proposes A Countywide EMS Plan To Add Ambulances, Paramedics, and EMTs in Underserved Communities

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.

Sheriff’s Office Reminds Families To Increase Visibility and Drivers To Slow Down As Trick-or-Treaters Take To Neighborhood Streets and Rural Roads On Halloween Night

Stevens County Auditor Lori Larsen said on Oct. 21 that 16,000 ballots were folded incorrectly by their printing vendor and, as a result, the ballot packages had to be reassembled.

Five New Ballot Drop Boxes Mistakenly Display Whitman County Information, But Officials Assure Voters All Ballots Will Be Securely Collected and Processed By Stevens County Elections Staff

It started as a blowout, turned into a dogfight, and then the Columbia Lions did their thing.

After exploding for 26 unanswered points in the opening quarter, Columbia watched its commanding advantage nearly disappear against the Curlew Cougars before responding with a second-half surge to secure a 50-30 victory in eight-man football action.

Behind another strong performance from quarterback Dylan Williams, who threw for three touchdowns and rushed for 73 yards and a touchdown, the Lions showcased how many weapons they had. Running back Kaleb Williams ran for 146 yards and a touchdown, while Michael Fagan caught two touchdown passes.

Columbia scored four touchdowns in the first quarter, surrendered 22 consecutive points, then answered with 24 of its own to put the contest out of reach.

Columbia wasted little time establishing its offense. Starting at midfield, Kaleb Williams broke loose for a 12-yard gain before Dylan Williams connected with Hank Herrera for a 38-yard touchdown pass with 11:22 remaining in the first quarter. Columbia immediately recovered an onside kick at the Curlew 43-yard line, giving its offense another opportunity. Dylan Williams found Hank Herrera for 35 yards before connecting with Fagan again, this time for a 5-yard touchdown with 9:33 remaining.

Steve Hobbs visited Auditor Lori Larsen and the Stevens County Elections Office on Oct. 6, emphasizing election auditing, voter education, and safeguards against voting irregularities.

Washington’s minimum wage will rise to $17.73 p
er hour on Jan. 1, 2027. The increase has sparked debate among workers, employers, and residents over inflation, affordability, and the pressures facing small businesses.

Tracey Delyea’s neighborhood Little Free Library has become a community fixture—and recently gained national attention after being selected for “Good Morning America’s” October book giveaway.

Local Statesman-Examiner reporter Brandon Hansen was honored with a third place finish as part of the Washington Newspaper Association (WNPA) Sports Writer of the Year award.

As Stevens County 4-H clubs celebrate National 4-H Week from Oct. 4-10, the Statesman-Examiner looks at one family that has participated in the organization for generations.

The Arden Old Timers Rodeo has been active for 52 years, but this year marks only the fourth year that the rodeo queen has been incorporated into its events.

Kettle Falls resident and Orient Educator Gretchen Cruden Will Represent Northeast Washington
at the State Educator of the Year Ceremony in Olympia

Unemployment increased across Stevens and Ferry counties in August, with Ferry County posting the highest unemployment rate in Washington, according to preliminary data from the Washington State Employment Security Department.

Months after construction crews began reshaping High- way 395 through downtown Chewelah, city and state officials gathered on Sept. 22 to mark the project’s completion.

New Happy Dell Park Drop Box Gives Kettle Falls Voters a Convenient Drive-up Option For Returning Ballots Ahead Of the November Election

Poor Huckleberry Crop and Seasonal Hyperphagia Drive Bears Closer to Homes As WDFW Urges Residents to Secure Food Sources

The Kettle Falls City Council welcomed a new police officer, reviewed preliminary 2027 budget requests, and discussed plans for a new multi-use pathway at Happy Dell Park during its Sept. 15 meeting.

Four-school Solar Project Expected To Cut Energy Costs and Redirect Savings Toward Classrooms, Student Resources and Programs