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NEW Hunger Coalition Gets Fresh - local reporting from the Statesman-Examiner serving Colville, Stevens County, and Northeast Washington. LOCAL NEWS GOVERNMENT BUSINESS SPORTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FARM & RANCH GREAT OUTDOORS PROFILES OUT OF THE PAST LETTERS TO THE EDITOR CLASSIFIEDS ANNOUNCEMENTS EVENTS CALENDAR OBITUARIES NEW Hunger Coalition Gets Fresh July 2, 2025 By: Meredith Carroll NEW Hunger Coalition Executive Director Stephani Smith sorting through seeds to distribute. Photo provided by Meredith Carroll. The Northeast Washington (NEW) Hunger Coalition will be awarded the Fresh Results Award for their Grow Your Own Row program on Friday, July 11. The nonprofit organization that serves food pantries and community partners in Stevens, Ferry, and Pend Oreille counties, is focused on advocacy and education for food pantry efforts as well as building emergency food systems in rural areas. “The goal of the Grow Your Own Row program is to teach and equip clients so that they may grow their own food,” said Stephani Smith, NEW Hunger Coalition’s executive director. “We take plant starts provided by local growers. People will get seeds, starts, instructions, soil, and trowels. The idea is to equip people with a vegetable garden at no cost.” The Grow Your Own Row program partners with SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) in teaching people how to grow their own fruits and vegetables. The pilot program began in 2023 and saw an enrollment of 298 participants; that number increased to 429 in 2025. Smith, who used to own Stephani’s Oak Street Grill restaurant in Colville, has been the director of NEW Hunger Coalition for the past three years. She said her job includes writing grants, coordinating volunteers, and ensuring the programs are running smoothly. NEW Hunger Coalition is a part of Providence of northeast Washington and maintains the Farm to Food Pantry program, which transports nutrient-dense fruits and vegetables to the counties and the Donate A Row/Gleaning program, which assists home gardeners with planting extra produce to donate to the food pantries. “We are at risk of losing money for this program due to cuts in federal funding,” Smith said. “There is not a lot of state funding available. We rely on donations. For example, North 40 donates seeds to the program.” Smith also writes letters and does community drives. “I look on Facebook for free [planter] pots. All of our seeds are donated. We get seeds that are still viable but not legal to sell, due to their being at the end of their useful life.” The Fresh Results Award will be presented at the NEW Hunger Coalition monthly meeting, which includes a luncheon and an educational update. “The Washington Food Coalition will provide a $1,000 check to support us next year,” said Smith. “The Grow Your Own Row program is always looking for volunteers, especially those that are experienced gardeners to help at the classes. We have a Grow Your Own Row Committee that plans and rolls out the program. A lot of excellent volunteers make this program a reality.” For more information, contact Smith at 509-690-2460 or Dianna Michaels, the committee chair, at 509-680-2679, or visit the NEW Hunger Coalition at their website, newhungercoalition.org . Previous Article Next Article LOCAL NEWS GOVERNMENT BUSINESS SPORTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FARM & RANCH GREAT OUTDOORS PROFILES OUT OF THE PAST LETTERS TO THE EDITOR CLASSIFIEDS ANNOUNCEMENTS EVENTS CALENDAR OBITUARIES

Veterans’ Pride Band Performs for Firefighters at Northeast Washington Fairgrounds - local reporting from the Statesman-Examiner serving Colville, Stevens County, and Northeast Washington. LOCAL NEWS GOVERNMENT BUSINESS SPORTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FARM & RANCH GREAT OUTDOORS PROFILES OUT OF THE PAST LETTERS TO THE EDITOR CLASSIFIEDS ANNOUNCEMENTS EVENTS CALENDAR OBITUARIES Veterans’ Pride Band Performs for Firefighters at Northeast Washington Fairgrounds September 10, 2025 By: Staff Report Photo courtesy Marvin O’Hearn. The Veterans' Pride band, of American Legion 146, performed a concert Sept. 8, for firefighters at the Northeast Washington Fairgrounds. According to post commander Marvin O’Hearn, the Veterans' Pride band aims to help disabled veterans through music, and they had the idea of sharing their music with firefighters. “We received rave reviews from the firefighters and have been asked to play again in the future,” O’Hearn said. “We just can't explain the joy we feel when we see the smiles on the faces of the people we perform for.” Previous Article Next Article LOCAL NEWS GOVERNMENT BUSINESS SPORTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FARM & RANCH GREAT OUTDOORS PROFILES OUT OF THE PAST LETTERS TO THE EDITOR CLASSIFIEDS ANNOUNCEMENTS EVENTS CALENDAR OBITUARIES

Stevens County Farms and Ranches Look Ahead to 2026 Season - local reporting from the Statesman-Examiner serving Colville, Stevens County, and Northeast Washington. LOCAL NEWS GOVERNMENT BUSINESS SPORTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FARM & RANCH GREAT OUTDOORS PROFILES OUT OF THE PAST LETTERS TO THE EDITOR CLASSIFIEDS ANNOUNCEMENTS EVENTS CALENDAR OBITUARIES Stevens County Farms and Ranches Look Ahead to 2026 Season January 7, 2026 By: Meredith Carroll Mama and calf on the River’s Edge Ranch. Photo by Jennifer Sather. As northeast Washington transitions into the new year, local farmers say they are working hard to stay prepared for what has become an unpredictable winter. While some people may enjoy the winter’s mild temperatures and lack of snow, local farmers and ranchers have expressed mixed feelings. Factors that also include the economy and political issues have farmers and ranchers coming up with creative ways to remain in business. For the past two years, the Statesman - Examiner has been checking in periodically with a variety of local farmers and ranchers as they navigate their way through the trials that nature and regulations throw their way. This article features the perspectives of a husband and wife-owned ranch and an organic farmer. Jennifer and Ian Sather own River’s Edge Ranch, located less than two miles outside Chewelah. The ranch raises goats, lamb, poultry, grass-fed beef, specialty meats, and Berkshire cross pork; they also produce eggs, meat bundles, wool, Tallow body products, and seasonal produce. They also harvest occasional seasonal veggies. According to Jennifer Sather, coyotes are the biggest problem the ranch is facing. “This time of year, predators are out there looking for something to eat,” she said. “We use livestock guardian dogs that keep the coyotes at bay, but they have a large area to cover. We’ve lost chickens and a lamb. Some of our animals tend to move into areas where the dogs can’t always protect them.” According to the Department of Natural Resources, mild winters can have an effect on the vulnerability of livestock to predators. In milder winters with higher temperatures and less extreme precipitation, natural prey (such as deer, rabbit, small mammals) become larger and healthier, and therefore more capable of escaping predators. As natural prey become less accessible to predators, these predators resort to scouting out vulnerable livestock that are trapped by fencing and enclosures. “The increase in predators also affects our herd’s health,” said Sather. “We had a bear return to the ranch. It didn’t kill any animals. But the cows’ behavior changes, and the pressure affects their weight, their calves’ weight, and their productivity.” The mild winter has also resulted in unseasonably damp, muddy conditions. “It’s a challenge for feeding. But also, if we don’t get snowpack, it will jeopardize our crops next season. It’s miserable to work in the wet mud. We’re not used to it. But on the bright side, at least we don’t need stock water heaters.” Moving into the new year, farmers and ranchers continue to work through increased inflation, low crop prices, and federal funding cuts. “Things are hard for everybody,” said Sather. “There’s been a lot of volatility. When cattle prices were high, many ranchers sold at auction, which reduced local meat availability. When prices tanked, we chose to hold on. It was a strategic decision – if we sold live, we’d have nothing to sell locally. It’s more work, but we understand why some ranchers make that choice.” One emerging trend for consumers is to shop local; farmers' markets are also becoming a more appealing solution. “We attended the Colville Farmers Market more often in 2025,” Sather said. “People want to know where their food comes from and what they’re really getting. Big box stores are turning people off, and when we’re present and accessible, folks can get to know us, understand our products, and trust that everything is locally sourced. That connection has made a real economic difference for us.” Upon entering the new year, River’s Edge Ranch plans to offer a selection of new products alongside their current selection of meats and eggs, such as pet food and treats. “We have an egg handler license, which allows us to sell at the farmers' markets,” Sather said. “We’re also selling tallow and pet treats at the Columbia Creamery and Milk House Market. We’re adding locations for people who can’t drive the distance to our farm or can’t make it to the farmers' markets.” River’s Edge Ranch is located at 2246 Walking Horse Way in Chewelah. For more information, visit rivers-edge-ranch.com . John Progar is the owner of Meadowlark Farms, a small operation located on three acres outside of Rice. Progar said he is proud to grow organically, choosing not to use herbicides, certain types of sprays, and bug killers. “I adhere to organic growing principles, honoring quality, commitment, and concern. I do have some hired help, but I’ve pretty much been by myself for the past three years.” With the unseasonable warm winter, Progar said he has jumped at the opportunity to complete projects that he normally wouldn’t be able to get to because of the cold. “I’m getting a lot done,” he said. “I’m repairing fences. Once they are buried in snow, it’s hard to do. I’m doing farm cleanup projects, getting the tractor out to build, and repairing the chipper. Now is the only time I have to do these things. We get to clean the greenhouses and the fields and plant cover crops. “And also, I will finalize my seed orders. This is also a time of reflection for me. I get to look at what went right and what I can do better. The mild winter is great for me right now.” He added, “But the climate’s been changing. The mild winters, the extremely hot summers, all have a negative effect on us.” According to the National Institutes of Health, the warmer winters and even hotter summers pose an unprecedented threat to agroecosystems. The effect on crops could include loss of soil organic matter and micronutrients, as well as a significant drop in production. “The warmer winters also cause an increase in the insect population,” Progar said. “Earwigs, caterpillars, and especially aphids. They eat the crap out of our veggies. Farmers are constantly upping the ante regarding pest control. But since I grow organically, I don’t use a lot of pesticides. Because of that, I have crop losses, decreased yields, and increased labor costs because we have to clean the crops.” But even with these challenges, Progar said he considers 2025 to have been a good year. “The farmers' markets were great this year. It was a nice season. We have a supportive community, and we were busy to the last day. I had carrots, onions, and greens. I did a one-day event at the Ag Center as part of the craft show, and in November, I did an event at the Crossroads Event Center. I was harvesting until mid-November.” As January unfolds, Progar said he looks forward to settling into the plant business. “I’ll order pots, soil, and gardening items. It’s a lot of planning. I’ve expanded my business into selling plants in the spring. I have a growing interest in flowers, too. After 17 years in the business, I know what people want.” Progar, just like other local farmers and ranchers, says he is struggling to work through increased inflation, low crop prices, and federal funding cuts. “Colville is a poor community,” he said. “I contract with the Hunger Coalition in order to distribute food to people in need. I also partner with Senior WIC (Women, Infants and Children Nutrition Program), EBT (Electronic Benefit Transfer), and Market Match. Not only does it affect those who directly benefit from these services, it also affects farmers and me directly. I sell my surplus to these services at a reduced price. So those in need will not be able to access it, and I lose the income from selling my surplus. “These have been nice programs. We haven’t yet seen how these cuts will be made. We’ll see next year. It’s a real changing political climate. The current administration is clearly cutting back in these areas. A lot of farms will be affected by these cuts.” According to the United States Department of Agriculture, farm labor costs have increased 47% since 2020. “Things are getting expensive,” Progar said. “There are higher prices in everything: seeds, soil, fertilizer. It’s not cheap to farm. Also, it’s hard to find products made in America. So, I have to buy some things overseas, and I have to pay the tariffs. “But the biggest challenge is how few people want to go into farming anymore. People aren’t willing or capable. There’s just not a lot of labor here in this rural area. The larger farms have been hit by immigration issues. Family farms are going away. Young people don’t want the lifestyle.” Meadowlark Farm can be reached at 517-414-0399 or at meadowlarkorganic@gmail.com . Previous Article Next Article LOCAL NEWS GOVERNMENT BUSINESS SPORTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FARM & RANCH GREAT OUTDOORS PROFILES OUT OF THE PAST LETTERS TO THE EDITOR CLASSIFIEDS ANNOUNCEMENTS EVENTS CALENDAR OBITUARIES

Carol Louise Clauzel | obituary published by the Statesman-Examiner in Colville, Washington. Carol Louise Clauzel 85 Dec 13, 1940 - Dec 31, 2025 Carol Louise Clauzel, 85, went home to be with Jesus on December 31, 2025. A celebration of life will be held in the Spring. Carol was born on December 13, 1940, to Paul and Louise Archer. She spent most of her adolescent life in the rural Northern California town of Manton. Then, at 15, her family moved to Escondido, California. Carol raised her family in San Luis Obispo County, California, where she made many friends and memories. Carol was a bright light and loved being the life of the party. She had many talents, but the most notable was her baking. Christmas time was her favorite when she made Swedish Tea Rings for her special friends. Carol spent the last 37 years mostly in Colville, Washington, where she made many, many friends who will miss her dearly. She is survived by her three daughters; Shari Urban (Don) of Las Vegas Nevada, Tammy Hinrichs (Rich) of Templeton California, Vicki Kelling (Roger) of Priest River Idaho, her special friend Roy Fosback of Kettle Falls Washington, five grandchildren; Alex, Evin, Will, Lauren and Cody, as well as two great grandchildren; Bravo and Aziza. Carol was preceded in death by her husband, Myron. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Alzheimer’s Association. Previous Item Next Item

Bulldogs Basketball Notches League Win, Advances in Districts With Weekend Victory - local reporting from the Statesman-Examiner serving Colville, Stevens County, and Northeast Washington. LOCAL NEWS GOVERNMENT BUSINESS SPORTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FARM & RANCH GREAT OUTDOORS PROFILES OUT OF THE PAST LETTERS TO THE EDITOR CLASSIFIEDS ANNOUNCEMENTS EVENTS CALENDAR OBITUARIES Bulldogs Basketball Notches League Win, Advances in Districts With Weekend Victory February 11, 2026 By: Brandon Hansen The Kettle Falls boys basketball team picked up a pair of important wins last week, edging Chewelah Cougars in NE2B play before rolling past Lind-Ritzville/Sprague in the opening round of the District 6 2B tournament. At Kettle Falls on Feb. 3, the Bulldogs held off Chewelah 49-44. Mace Thivierge led Kettle Falls with 15 points, while Cooper McKern added nine points. The game stayed close throughout, with Kettle Falls taking a slim 15-12 lead after the first quarter. Chewelah answered in the second and led 24-23 at halftime. Kettle Falls was able to regain the lead in the third quarter. Chewelah was paced by Asher Stancil and Frankie Sety, who scored 12 points apiece. Kettle Falls followed up the league win with a 59-46 victory over Lind-Ritzville/Sprague Broncos on Saturday, Feb. 7, in a District 6 2B first-round game at West Valley High School. Cody Adams scored a game-high 22 points as the Bulldogs jumped out to an 18-10 advantage after one quarter and extended the margin to 33-22 by halftime. The Bulldogs knocked down eight 3-pointers in the win, five of them from Adams. Cole Rouleau and Damon Schilling each scored 10 points to lead Lind-Ritzville/Sprague, which cut into the deficit in the third quarter but couldn’t get closer than double digits that late in the game. With the win, Kettle Falls improved to 10-11 overall and advanced to face Colfax on Tuesday, Feb. 10, in a district quarterfinal at West Valley. Results from that matchup were unavailable at press time. Previous Article Next Article LOCAL NEWS GOVERNMENT BUSINESS SPORTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FARM & RANCH GREAT OUTDOORS PROFILES OUT OF THE PAST LETTERS TO THE EDITOR CLASSIFIEDS ANNOUNCEMENTS EVENTS CALENDAR OBITUARIES

Edwards Leads Bulldogs Through League Win - local reporting from the Statesman-Examiner serving Colville, Stevens County, and Northeast Washington. LOCAL NEWS GOVERNMENT BUSINESS SPORTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FARM & RANCH GREAT OUTDOORS PROFILES OUT OF THE PAST LETTERS TO THE EDITOR CLASSIFIEDS ANNOUNCEMENTS EVENTS CALENDAR OBITUARIES Edwards Leads Bulldogs Through League Win February 11, 2026 By: Brandon Hansen Wyn Edwards continued a strong finish to the season with a pair of 22-point performances, but the Kettle Falls Bulldogs split their latest two outings, falling to the Liberty Lancers in the opening round of the District 6 2B tournament after earning a league victory earlier in the week. Kettle Falls is 7-14 on the season. Liberty defeated Kettle Falls 47-35 on Saturday, Feb. 7, in a district first-round game at West Valley High School. Alyssa Babb scored 13 points to lead the Lancers, who knocked down eight 3-pointers as a team to pull away late. Kettle Falls stayed within striking distance through three quarters, trailing 35-28 entering the fourth, but Liberty closed the game with a 12-7 run to secure the win. Edwards led all scorers with 22 points for the Bulldogs, going 8-of-10 from the free-throw line, while Cambria Thivierge added six points, including a pair of 3-pointers. With the win, Liberty advanced to face Northwest Christian in a district quarterfinal on Tuesday, Feb. 10. Kettle Falls dropped into a loser-out game scheduled for Saturday at West Valley. Earlier in the week, the Bulldogs picked up a 40-19 Northeast 2B North league win over the visiting Chewelah Cougars on Feb. 3 at Kettle Falls. Edwards again led the way with 22 points as Kettle Falls jumped out to a 12-2 first-quarter lead and never looked back. Thivierge added nine points for the Bulldogs, who held Chewelah to just five points in the first half. Kayla Davis and Jessika Davis scored six points apiece for Chewelah. Previous Article Next Article LOCAL NEWS GOVERNMENT BUSINESS SPORTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FARM & RANCH GREAT OUTDOORS PROFILES OUT OF THE PAST LETTERS TO THE EDITOR CLASSIFIEDS ANNOUNCEMENTS EVENTS CALENDAR OBITUARIES

Warren VIII Leads Chewelah Boys Cross Country to State Runner-Up Finish - local reporting from the Statesman-Examiner serving Colville, Stevens County, and Northeast Washington. LOCAL NEWS GOVERNMENT BUSINESS SPORTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FARM & RANCH GREAT OUTDOORS PROFILES OUT OF THE PAST LETTERS TO THE EDITOR CLASSIFIEDS ANNOUNCEMENTS EVENTS CALENDAR OBITUARIES Warren VIII Leads Chewelah Boys Cross Country to State Runner-Up Finish November 12, 2025 By: Brandon Hansen Chewelah's boys cross country team completes season. Chewelah’s boys cross country team completed one of their finest seasons in school history with a second-place team finish at the WIAA 1B/2B State Championships on Nov. 8, at Sun Willows Golf Course. Led by senior Emmitt Warren VIII, who clocked 15 minutes, 59.3 seconds to take second place overall, the Cougars tallied 77 points – finishing just behind powerhouse Freeman (61) in the 16-team field. Warren, known for his smooth stride and front-running style, stayed within striking distance of Cle Elum-Roslyn’s Waylon Stoneburg-Schafer through the first two miles before the sophomore pulled away to win in 15:40.8. Warren crossed the line 19 seconds later, securing his second straight top-five finish at state. Behind him, sophomore Justice Whittekiend placed seventh overall in 16:56.6, continuing his breakout season as one of the top underclassmen on the team. Junior Blake Schlining followed in 14th (17:20.7), and junior Francis Sety added a key 24th-place finish (17:36.9). Sophomore Kyle Foster rounded out Chewelah’s scoring five, finishing 31st in 17:55.5, while juniors Titan Tapia (59th, 18:51.0) and Jayden Miller (60th, 18:52.7) provided additional depth. Freeman’s pack-running style edged out the Cougars for the team title, but Chewelah’s consistency and youth signal even brighter days ahead – four of their top seven runners will return next fall. Kettle Falls sophomore Mason Reeves posted a solid race in his second state appearance, placing 54th overall in 18:30.4 among 143 runners. Reeves ran aggressively through the middle mile to stay in the top half of the field and led the Bulldogs’ effort at Sun Willows. Previous Article Next Article LOCAL NEWS GOVERNMENT BUSINESS SPORTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FARM & RANCH GREAT OUTDOORS PROFILES OUT OF THE PAST LETTERS TO THE EDITOR CLASSIFIEDS ANNOUNCEMENTS EVENTS CALENDAR OBITUARIES

Out of the Past: 12/17/2025 - local reporting from the Statesman-Examiner serving Colville, Stevens County, and Northeast Washington. LOCAL NEWS GOVERNMENT BUSINESS SPORTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FARM & RANCH GREAT OUTDOORS PROFILES OUT OF THE PAST LETTERS TO THE EDITOR CLASSIFIEDS ANNOUNCEMENTS EVENTS CALENDAR OBITUARIES Out of the Past: 12/17/2025 December 17, 2025 By: Stevens County Historical Museum Avey Brothers Lumber Co. in the 1960's. Boise owns it now. Note the log pond and the Teepee burner in the photo. Both are part of sawmill history now. Photo courtesy Stevens County Historical Society. 100 Years Ago— The Minzell-Randall Co.: new Ford agency opened for business this week on North Main Street, between Second and Third Streets. The discovery of a rich deposit of zinc ore was reported at the old Royal Gold property west of Northport. High grade zinc ore 2 or 3 feet in width was opened at a depth of 10 feet in an old shaft. The property was incorporated 30 years ago by A.H. Styles and good assays of gold were there, it was reported. Radio station KFOA of Seattle broadcasted a description of the natural resources of Stevens County Monday night. 75 Years Ago— Members of the Stevens County Sportsmen’s Association will meet on Tuesday night in the Elks lounge to elect officers for the coming year. The association has a membership of over 600 sportsmen in the area. The county jail could be mighty small and crowded come Jan. 1, if a lot of county drivers don’t get their new license tags pretty soon. Stevens County has 77 students enrolled in Washington State College this semester, according to tabulations made by registrar Harry Chambers. 50 Years Ago— Official announcement of Boise Cascade’s purchase of Avey Bros. Lumber Co. of Kettle Falls from its owners Pack River had not been made at press time. Last week, Avey Bros. employees were informed that Boise Cascade had purchased the mill. The State Department of Agriculture will hold a public meeting in Colville on Monday on the application of new owners of the Colville Livestock Market to continue to conduct a weekly Wednesday sale. Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Maier and Ted Morris have acquired the Colville Livestock Auction, Inc. from the previous owner, Mrs. Mallnee Pehrson. 25 Years Ago— A 338-page historical perspective that chronicles Colville of another era has just been printed by the Statesman-Examiner . The expansive book, titled “Little Journeys Around The Town,” was written by noted Colville newspaperman and historian, J.C. Harrigan. The book was compiled and edited by the Northeast Washington Genealogical Society. The book’s co-editors are Shirley Dodson and Susan Dechant. Colville city council members voted at last Tuesday’s meeting to proceed with preliminary engineering for Phase Three of the Colville 2000 Project, the Truck Route. 10 Years Ago— The Colville Chamber of Commerce held their Gala Dinner on Dec. 12, and pulled the winning tickets for this year’s Christmas Tree Extravaganza. According to the Chamber, all 10,000 tickets were sold. Talking about the disposal of contaminated occurrences at the Stevens County Landfill, what has recently been out of the ordinary is an unprecedented quantity: 7,200 tons from one source, according to Dennis Durbin, Stevens County’s Solid Waste manager. Previous Article Next Article LOCAL NEWS GOVERNMENT BUSINESS SPORTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FARM & RANCH GREAT OUTDOORS PROFILES OUT OF THE PAST LETTERS TO THE EDITOR CLASSIFIEDS ANNOUNCEMENTS EVENTS CALENDAR OBITUARIES

Paul John Hook | obituary published by the Statesman-Examiner in Colville, Washington. Paul John Hook 63 Feb 24, 1962 - May 7, 2025 Paul John Hook was born on February 24, 1962 in Spokane, Wash. He loved his family with all of his heart. He was sweet, faithful and dependable. Paul had an excellent work ethic and he instilled that value into his children. He was an uncomplicated man who didn’t have many wants or needs. He found joy and contentment in everyday activities like watching movies in the comfort of his home, telling stories followed with his delightful laughter, working in the yard, eating pizza, and the cherished time spent with their two fur babies. Paul had a genuine passion for anything that was made out of wood. He loved to be out in the woods. He worked in the sawmill for most of his life and he did not shy away from difficult tasks. One of Paul’s favorite outings was going for drives. He always knew where he was and never ceased to amaze his family when he reached his intended destination. Even when his family was certain that they were lost, he would always find his way back. On May 7, 2025, Paul entered into his rest in Loon Lake, Wash. He was preceded in death by his son, Paul Hook, his parents, Lois and Pete Hook, his brothers; Jim Hook and Merv Hook, his sisters; Kathy Murphy, Susan Kimbell, Judy Phillips and Linda Christensen and his nephew Brett Murphy. Paul is survived by his beloved wife, Jeannie Hook, of Loon Lake, Wash., his son Travis Hook, of Warrensburg Mo., his daughter, Chantilly Hook of Billings, Mont., seven grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He was a wonderful man. His memory will live on in our hearts and through our love. We will miss him always. Previous Item Next Item

Jan. 28 - Traffic Report - local reporting from the Statesman-Examiner serving Colville, Stevens County, and Northeast Washington. LOCAL NEWS GOVERNMENT BUSINESS SPORTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FARM & RANCH GREAT OUTDOORS PROFILES OUT OF THE PAST LETTERS TO THE EDITOR CLASSIFIEDS ANNOUNCEMENTS EVENTS CALENDAR OBITUARIES Jan. 28 - Traffic Report January 28, 2026 By: Staff Report 395 Traffic Alert 10 am. Fatal accident between Grote Road and Larson Beach Road results in Hwy 395 shutdown for several hours. No estimated time for reopening. 395 Traffic Alert 10 am. Fatal accident between Grote Road and Larson Beach Road results in Hwy 395 shutdown for several hours. No estimated time for reopening. Previous Article Next Article LOCAL NEWS GOVERNMENT BUSINESS SPORTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FARM & RANCH GREAT OUTDOORS PROFILES OUT OF THE PAST LETTERS TO THE EDITOR CLASSIFIEDS ANNOUNCEMENTS EVENTS CALENDAR OBITUARIES

Colville Boys Basketball Looks to Build Consistency After Home Losses - local reporting from the Statesman-Examiner serving Colville, Stevens County, and Northeast Washington. LOCAL NEWS GOVERNMENT BUSINESS SPORTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FARM & RANCH GREAT OUTDOORS PROFILES OUT OF THE PAST LETTERS TO THE EDITOR CLASSIFIEDS ANNOUNCEMENTS EVENTS CALENDAR OBITUARIES Colville Boys Basketball Looks to Build Consistency After Home Losses December 17, 2025 By: Brandon Hansen Colville's Crew Bridgeman launches a shot for the Crimson Hawks during a mid-week matchup against Reardan. Photo by Brandon Hansen. The Colville boys basketball team endured a challenging week at home, dropping back-to-back games to Reardan and Chelan. Colville fell 75-44 to Reardan on Dec. 9, after the Screaming Eagles jumped out to a fast start and never looked back. Reardan scored 25 points in the opening quarter and maintained pressure throughout, building a 43-22 halftime lead. Parker Darnold led the Crimson Hawks with 10 points, while Lareall Fredrickson added nine. Brock Benson chipped in seven points, and Cooper Haynes and Crew Bridgeman scored six points apiece. Colville struggled offensively, shooting 1-of-2 from the free-throw line and committing 15 turnovers. Three days later, the Crimson Hawks showed improved offensive rhythm but were unable to slow Chelan in a 72-53 loss on Saturday, Dec. 13. Chelan used a strong third quarter to pull away, outscoring Colville 24-12 in the period after leading 31-23 at halftime. Colville responded with its best offensive quarter in the fourth, scoring 18 points, but the deficit proved too large to overcome. Darnold again paced Colville with 12 points, while Jet Bateman added 11. Fredrickson and Brock Benson each scored eight points, and Haynes finished with six. Colville knocked down 10 three-pointers and improved at the free-throw line, going 7-of-12, but committed 14 turnovers. The boys hosted Deer Park on Tuesday, Dec. 16; game results were not available at press time. The team is scheduled to travel to Tonasket on Friday, Dec. 19, the game begins at 7:30 p.m. Previous Article Next Article LOCAL NEWS GOVERNMENT BUSINESS SPORTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FARM & RANCH GREAT OUTDOORS PROFILES OUT OF THE PAST LETTERS TO THE EDITOR CLASSIFIEDS ANNOUNCEMENTS EVENTS CALENDAR OBITUARIES

Colville United Indoor Soccer Competing in Spokane Winter League - local reporting from the Statesman-Examiner serving Colville, Stevens County, and Northeast Washington. LOCAL NEWS GOVERNMENT BUSINESS SPORTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FARM & RANCH GREAT OUTDOORS PROFILES OUT OF THE PAST LETTERS TO THE EDITOR CLASSIFIEDS ANNOUNCEMENTS EVENTS CALENDAR OBITUARIES Colville United Indoor Soccer Competing in Spokane Winter League December 10, 2025 By: Brandon Hansen The Colville United Indoor Soccer team has nine seniors on the roster and several underclassmen. Playing in a Spokane winter league, the team will be honing skills that the Crimson Hawks will no doubt use this spring. Courtesy photo. With a roster stacked with experience and talent, the Colville United boys indoor soccer team is spending the winter competing in Spokane, using the off-season opportunity to build momentum toward spring. Head Coach Kassy Dupuis said the team features a strong mix of upperclassmen and rising young players. “We have nine seniors, one junior, two sophomores, four freshmen, and two eighth-graders,” Dupuis said. That depth gives Colville United confidence on both sides of the ball. “Our team is well-rounded this year. With nine seniors on the roster, we expect to see depth in both offense and defense,” Dupuis said. She said she expects the group’s leaders to shine throughout the winter campaign. “Trent Rarrick, Parker Sackman, Ari Stewart, and Patrick Wolf will lead our team offensively,” she said. “With Colin Schaffer and Connor Schneider leading in defending the goal.” Dupuis added that the team’s top scorers so far have been Rarrick and Sackman, with strong support coming from Wolf, Long, and Kayson Dupuis. The Spokane indoor league is smaller this year, but Colville is still seeing top-tier competition. “The Spokane league struggled this year to gain teams,” Dupuis said. “There’s only one other team we play against who has a varsity and junior varsity program. The team is made up of many highly skilled players who play year-round in competitive club leagues.” Even with a condensed schedule, Dupuis said the development opportunity is priceless for a program with high expectations each spring. “This is a great program that allows players to play more soccer, build skills, and create team connections for the spring high school season,” she said. Previous Article Next Article LOCAL NEWS GOVERNMENT BUSINESS SPORTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FARM & RANCH GREAT OUTDOORS PROFILES OUT OF THE PAST LETTERS TO THE EDITOR CLASSIFIEDS ANNOUNCEMENTS EVENTS CALENDAR OBITUARIES