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  • Donna Pauline Sampson | Obituary | Statesman-Examiner | Colville, WA

    Donna Pauline Sampson | obituary published by the Statesman-Examiner in Colville, Washington. Donna Pauline Sampson 88 Nov 15, 1937 - Jan 20, 2026 Donna Pauline Sampson, age 88, a lifetime resident of Cedonia, Wash., passed away on Jan. 20, 2026, in Colville, Wash. Donna was born at home on Nov. 15, 1937, in Cedonia, Wash. She was the daughter of Robert Loren and Mildred Pauline (Timken) Dashiell. She was a farmgirl through and through, raised on the family farm in Cedonia. Donna attended grade school at the one-room schoolhouse in Cedonia. In the seventh grade, Donna began attending school in Hunters. She graduated from Columbia High School in 1955 as the Valedictorian of her class. She then moved to Spokane and worked as a secretary for Bekins Moving & Storage. On March 15, 1958, Donna married her high school sweetheart, Buddy “Bud” Raymond Sampson in Spokane, Wash. They resided in Spokane for a time and then returned to Cedonia in 1959. There they began raising a family, Donna worked in the home and on the family farm. In 1963 they purchased their own farm, and with the help of Donna’s parents, Loren and Mildred Dashiell, built a “Grade A” dairy from the ground up. They proudly shipped top quality milk to Darigold Farms for 23 years, being honored as Washington State Dairy Family of the year in 1974. Donna worked hard alongside Bud; never once complaining while raising their precious girls, tending to her garden, milking the cows, farming, mowing the yard, baking, and canning. She cooked large meals for the farm’s crews and would deliver the meals to the field in the back of their Ford LTD, complete with a washing station for before and after meals. In 1986, Donna and Bud sold the dairy and became full time wheat farmers, at which time Donna earned her Commercial Driver’s License so that she could drive “Ole’ Pete” the grain truck to the Hunters elevator to store those golden kernels to feed America. Bud preceded Donna in death on May 2, 2022. She resided on the farm until just recently when her health began to decline. Donna was loving and always devoted to her family and community. She was a wonderfully-talented seamstress and shared this gift with her daughters. Their sewing entries at the local fairs culminated with them attending the state fair year after year. She always wanted the girls to do their very best and look their best in everything they did. Donna was the dough maker for the Hunters Presbyterian Church fundraisers for many years. She and Bud enjoyed golfing, snowmobiling, bowling, and traveling in their fifth wheel camper. They traveled with their camper to Alaska, the Calgary Stampede, and to Branson, Missouri. She loved her life, no matter what she was doing, be it farming, milking cows, raising her family, or on the road for family gatherings, community functions, or just for fun! Donna was the church pianist at the Presbyterian Church in Hunters as well as a charter member of the Cedonia Community Church. She was also the sexton of the Cedonia Community Cemetery for over 40 years. She is survived by her daughters: Denise Steele of Hunters, Wash.; and Pam Hergesheimer (Rod) of Chewelah, Wash. Grandchildren: Jeffrey Gibson of Spokane Valley, Wash.; J.R. Steele of Hunters, Wash.; Jessica Nelson (Corbin) of Spokane, Wash.; Alicia Hergesheimer-Grady (Joe) of Fall City, Wash.; Jonna Hergesheimer-Savitz (David) of Spokane, Wash.; and Nephew/“Bonus Son” Mark Bakken (Diana) of Carlton, Wash. Seven great-grandchildren: Adrianna Gibson, Izabella Gibson, Lyla Savitz, Brooke Savitz, Kaylyn Savitz, Charlotte Grady, and Miles “Bubba” Grady. Brother William C. “Bud” Dashiell (Edith) of Caldwell, Idaho; and sister Thelma Walker of Kettle Falls, Wash.; sister-in-law Shirley Coulter (George) of Gig Harbor, Wash.; brother-in-law Wayne Sampson (Marlene) of Cedonia, Wash.; sister-in-law Tina Sampson of Colville, Wash.; son-in-law John H. Steele, of Fruitland, Wash; many nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, and friends. Donna was preceded in death by her husband Bud; her parents, Loren and Mildred; and sister Dorothy Bakken. A celebration of life will begin at 11 a.m. March 7, at the Cedonia Community Church in Cedonia, Wash. Donna will be laid to rest beside her husband, Bud, at the Cedonia Community Cemetery with Pastor Ed Dashiell Officiating. The family would like to extend our heartfelt appreciation to the staff at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Buena Vista Healthcare, and Danekas Funeral Home for their compassionate care and respect that was given to our mother. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Cedonia Cemetery Association in care of Pastor Ed Dashiell. Please visit the online memorial and sign the guestbook at www.danekasfuneralchapel.com . Danekas Funeral Chapel and Crematory is entrusted with the arrangements. Previous Item Next Item

  • Keith Charlie Washburn | Obituary | Statesman-Examiner | Colville, WA

    Keith Charlie Washburn | obituary published by the Statesman-Examiner in Colville, Washington. Keith Charlie Washburn 68 May 31, 1957 - Oct 3, 2025 Keith Charlie Washburn, beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, son, husband and friend passed away on Oct, 3, 2025, in Seattle, Wash., due to Leukemia. He was born on May 31, 1957 in Colville, Wash., the son of Robert Dale and Charleen Frances (Hawkins) Washburn. Keith was known for his funny personality, his gift of gab and his kind heart. In his younger years, Keith enjoyed playing and watching sports, mostly wrestling and playing golf. Very rarely would he miss watching a football game. He was a big Raider fan his entire life. Keith also loved hunting, fishing, boating, camping, snow skiing and snowmobiling. He made many fun memories with his friends that will last a lifetime. Keith was raised in Colville where he attended school and graduated in 1975, as a 12-year senior from Colville High School. Keith married his high school sweetheart, Kimberley Jutila on Sept. 30, 1978 and together they welcomed two boys, Brandon and Troy. Throughout Keith’s life, his family was at the heart of everything. He especially loved watching the boys at all their sporting events. He was a proud father. Keith worked at his parent’s business, Valet Cleaners and Laundry Mat in high school. He then worked locally for several businesses including Dodson’s Paint and Glass, Colmac, and Pratts Panorama Distributing before purchasing a supply service and renaming it Keith Service and Supply. Keith was in a horrible 4-wheeler accident in June of 1989, which changed his life, but he fought hard through his issues and continued to run his business for years. Keith and Kim divorced in 1997, and he never remarried. In 2000, he lost his son Brandon in a car accident. He was also preceded in death by his parents, numerous aunts, uncles and a few of his close friends. Keith is survived by his son, Troy Washburn (Ashley); his three granddaughters, Bailey Syverson Taylor (Keon) and Brooklynn; one great-grandson, Brixton Syverson, as well as countless friends who will remember him for his kindness and great sense of humor. A memorial service for Keith Charlie Washburn, will begin at 11 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 15, at The HUB Senior Center in Colville, Wash. Please visit the online memorial and sign the guestbook at danekasfuneralchapel.com. Danekas Funeral Chapel and Crematory is entrusted with the arrangements. Previous Item Next Item

  • Kettle Falls Girls Soccer Season Ends with Playoff Loss | Statesman-Examiner | Colville, WA

    Kettle Falls Girls Soccer Season Ends with Playoff Loss - 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 Kettle Falls Girls Soccer Season Ends with Playoff Loss November 12, 2025 By: Brandon Hansen Kettle Falls Bulldogs' soccer season comes to a close. The Kettle Falls Bulldogs’ season came to an end Nov. 3, with a 6-0 loss to Davenport in a District 6 2B/1B opening-round, loser-out match at The Hub in Liberty Lake. The sixth-seeded Bulldogs (5-11-1, 5-8) battled throughout but couldn’t slow down the third-seeded Gorillas (15-2). Davenport scored four goals in the first half and added two insurance goals in the second. “The girls fought incredibly hard against one of the state’s best teams and made them work for their win,” said head coach Skyler Moore. “A proud moment of mine – and I hope a proud moment for parents – was the attitudes after the game. I heard nothing but praise from our girls on how we played and everyone was there to support each other. A winning culture is only possible with a good attitude and these girls have that.” Maddison House had 12 steals in the game, while Ireland Pinkler-Moody had four and Thea Cruden had two. Chloe Goodell sent two shots at Davenport while Sergio Whitney had one shot on goal. In the goal box, Audrey Morales had 19 saves. Kettle Falls wrapped up its fall campaign with five wins, showing steady improvement over the season in the competitive Northeast 2B League. “This was a special and historical season for Kettle Falls,” Moore said. “We had a lot of firsts: first win in nearly three years, first back to back wins ever and did it twice, first time earning a playoff seed and not receiving one because everyone makes it like it has been in the past. Most wins in a season… the list sort of goes on.” Moore added the end of the season is bittersweet as the Lady Bulldogs will lose four seniors. “It’s bittersweet because I know how special and pivotal this season is for the program, and one that hopefully sets the program on course for continuous success but at the same time we lose four really special players,” Moore said. “The girls worked so incredibly hard to get to this point over the last two seasons and they know they’ll have to work even harder now without those players, the league will be a little more open next year so they and I look forward to it.” 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 Girls Basketball on a Hot Streak, While Boys Split a Pair of Games | Statesman-Examiner | Colville, WA

    Colville Girls Basketball on a Hot Streak, While Boys Split a Pair of Games - 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 Girls Basketball on a Hot Streak, While Boys Split a Pair of Games January 14, 2026 By: Brandon Hansen Andee Kroiss. File photo. Colville Girls Take Down Okanogan and East Valley The Lady Crimson Hawks extended their winning streak to four games with a pair of convincing nonleague victories last week, a 53-36 win over Okanogan on Friday, Jan. 9, and a 55-29 road win at East Valley on Jan. 6. Colville improved to 8-4 overall and is scheduled to open Northeast A League play at home against Medical Lake on Thursday, Jan. 16, with tipoff set for 7:15 p.m. Against Okanogan, Colville pulled away in the second half behind a balanced offensive effort and steady defense. The Crimson Hawks led just 20-14 at halftime before outscoring the Bulldogs 31-22 over the final two quarters to secure the win. Andee Kroiss paced Colville with 15 points, going 6-for-6 from the floor and adding three free throws. Georgia Beardslee added 14 points. The Lady Hawks shot efficiently from the line, converting 9 of 14 free throws, and held Okanogan scoreless from beyond the arc. Earlier in the week, Colville controlled the tempo from start to finish in a dominant performance at East Valley. The Crimson Hawks jumped out to a 14-5 first-quarter lead and never looked back, building a 29-12 halftime advantage and cruising to the 26-point victory. Kroiss again led the way with 16 points, while Rylee Brisby added 15 points, including seven field goals. Hannah Edwards scored six points, and Beardslee added seven points as Colville placed nine players in the scoring column. Colville shot 22-of-55 from the field and knocked down three 3-pointers in the win. Defensively, the Crimson Hawks limited East Valley to just 10 made field goals. While league games have not begun, Colville has the best record out of the four-team league after a challenging early-season schedule. Colville Boys Basketball Splits Nonleague Games The Colville boys basketball team split a pair of games last week but continues to show its offensive prowess before Northeast A League play later this week. The Crimson Hawks dropped a 74-57 nonleague decision to Okanogan on Friday, Jan. 9, in Colville after earning a hard-fought 61-57 road win over East Valley earlier in the week. Colville enters league play with a 6-6 overall record, and is scheduled to host Medical Lake on Thursday, Jan. 16, with tipoff set for 5:45 p.m. Okanogan’s Waydyn Brown poured in a game-high 29 points to lead the Bulldogs past Colville on Friday. Brown knocked down five 3-pointers as Okanogan built a 39-20 halftime lead and never relinquished control. Colville struggled offensively in the first half, scoring just eight points in the opening quarter and 20 total before the break. The Crimson Hawks showed improved energy after halftime, outscoring Okanogan 36-35 over the final two quarters, but the early deficit proved too much to overcome. Brock Benson led Colville with 18 points, going 6-for-7 from the free-throw line. Parker Darnold and Crew Bridgeman each scored 11 points, while Colville finished 14 of 16 from the foul line. The Crimson Hawks connected on four 3-pointers but were unable to match Okanogan’s nine from beyond the arc. Colville earned a gritty win at East Valley on Jan. 6, in a matchup with a Greater Spokane League 2A squad, using a strong second quarter to swing momentum. After trailing 18-11 at the end of the first quarter, the Crimson Hawks erupted for 24 points in the second to take a 35-29 halftime lead. Colville held off a late push from the Knights in the fourth quarter to secure the four-point victory. Benson scored 13 points to pace a balanced Colville attack, while Quentin Huggins added 12 and Bateman and Bridgeman chipped in 11 points apiece. The Crimson Hawks knocked down eight 3-pointers in the win and went 9 of 15 from the free-throw line. 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

  • Clarence Daniel Armstrong | Community Announcement | Statesman-Examiner | Colville, WA

    Clarence Daniel Armstrong — a community announcement published by the Statesman-Examiner serving Colville and Stevens County. 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 Births Clarence Daniel Armstrong Clarence Daniel Armstrong was born on Sept. 6, 2025, to parents Leanna and Ian Armstrong of Colville, Wash. He weighed 10 pounds, 7.5 ounces at birth and has one brother, Warren Armstrong, age two-and-a-half. His maternal grandparents are Joan and Scott Harville of Kettle Falls, Wash. His paternal grandparents are Brandi and Bradley Armstrong of Kettle Falls, Wash. Previous Next 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

  • Lyola Audrey Grittner | Obituary | Statesman-Examiner | Colville, WA

    Lyola Audrey Grittner | obituary published by the Statesman-Examiner in Colville, Washington. Lyola Audrey Grittner 91 Sep 8, 1934 - Jun 20, 2025 Lyola was the oldest daughter of William and Beula Grittner, the fourth of 10 children. As the oldest daughter, she considered it her duty to keep the rest of us in line. Lyola started school in the one-room schoolhouse across the alfalfa field from our house; and graduated from Colville High School. After graduation she started nursing training at Deaconess School of Nursing. After receiving her nursing license, she moved to California. In the early 1960s, she moved back to the Colville/Chewelah area and worked in the medical field until her retirement. The family would like to express our deep gratitude to the staff of Buena Vista for their exceptional care of our sister for the past five years. Please join us on July 12, from 2-4 p.m. at the Addy Inn and share your stories and memories of a truly exceptional woman. Previous Item Next Item

  • Colter Wayne Jones | Community Announcement | Statesman-Examiner | Colville, WA

    Colter Wayne Jones — a community announcement published by the Statesman-Examiner serving Colville and Stevens County. 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 Births Colter Wayne Jones Colter Wayne Jones was born on Oct. 17, 2025, to parents Corey and Kalen Jones of Colville, Wash. He weighed seven pounds, nine ounces at birth, and has one brother, Levi Jones, age 13, and one sister, Kodi Jones, age 5. His maternal grandparents are Richard and Pamela Tesmer of Presque Isle, Wisc. His parental grandparents are Ronald and Saundra Jones of Tollhouse, Calif. His maternal great-grandparents are Telie and Radford Spurlock of Tulare, Calif. and Richard and Gladys Tesmer of Greendale, Wisc. His paternal great-grandparents are Ed and Sally Sweicki of Oakhurst, Calif. and Clarence Harken of Tollhouse, Calif. Previous Next 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

  • Brian Gregory Jennen | Obituary | Statesman-Examiner | Colville, WA

    Brian Gregory Jennen | obituary published by the Statesman-Examiner in Colville, Washington. Brian Gregory Jennen 23 Oct 3, 2002 - Oct 10, 2025 Brian Gregory Jennen, age 23, passed away Oct. 10, 2025 in Kettle Falls, Wash. Brian was born Oct. 3, 2002 in Chewelah, Wash. Brian was a super honest man. One might not like hearing what he would say, but you knew what he said was true. Brian was rambunctious and stubborn and strong. He was a hard worker. Brian loved working in the woods. He was proud to be simple – self-sufficient. Material things did not matter to him in the least. Brian had a big heart with so much good in him. He was loved by everybody. Brian would do anything for you. Brian was very smart. He was an avid reader. Brian was a genius when it came to math and computers. At the age of 14, he competed in “Math is Cool.” At the state competition in Spokane, he placed third overall. Brian also excelled in sports, playing football for Kettle Falls High School. Brian’s dad took him hunting. At the young of nine years, he bagged his first deer – with a bow. He later would get a moose and a bear. Brian loved knives. He especially enjoyed making them and sharpening them. In 2022, Brian would meet Jalisa Powers. They were married later that year and welcomed a beautiful baby boy, Austin, to their family. Brian is survived by his wife Jalisa and son Austin; his parents, Brian and Monica Jennen; mom, Sarah; sister Trystin; and several extended family members and friends. A Celebration of Life is planned for a later date. Danekas Funeral Chapel & Crematory have been entrusted with his care. Please visit the online memorial website and sign his guestbook at danekasfuneralchapel.com. Previous Item Next Item

  • Kash Beckett Youngblood-Munsen | Community Announcement | Statesman-Examiner | Colville, WA

    Kash Beckett Youngblood-Munsen — a community announcement published by the Statesman-Examiner serving Colville and Stevens County. 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 Births Kash Beckett Youngblood-Munsen Kash Beckett Youngblood-Munsen was born on Jan. 1, 2026, to parents Kaitlyn and Colton Youngblood-Munsen of Loon Lake, Wash. He weighed 7 pounds, 11 ounces at birth, and has one brother, Calvin, age 2, and one sister, Emerie, age 1. His maternal grandparents are Carrie and Bobby Compton of Spokane, Wash. His paternal grandparents are Jeremy and Sommer Munsen of Cusick, Wash. Previous Next 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

  • Northport Boys Surge to 3-0 in League Play Behind Strong Week | Statesman-Examiner | Colville, WA

    Northport Boys Surge to 3-0 in League Play Behind Strong Week - 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 Northport Boys Surge to 3-0 in League Play Behind Strong Week December 17, 2025 By: Brandon Hansen Pete Beardslee goes up for a score against Medical Lake. Photo by Fiona Laughton. The Northport boys basketball team continues to establish itself as a contender in Northeast 1B play, rolling to two league victories last week to improve to 3-3 overall and a perfect 3-0 in league action. The Mustangs capped the week with a 76-56 home win over Cusick on Saturday, Dec. 13, using balanced scoring and steady offensive pressure. The victory followed an even more dominant 69-28 league road win at Columbia (Hunters) on Friday, Dec. 12. Earlier in the week, Northport faced a significant nonleague challenge against Medical Lake, a Class 1A program, falling 91-64 on Dec. 9. Despite the loss, the Mustangs showed flashes of offensive capability against a larger-school opponent. Northport was led by Beardslee, who scored 16 points, while Smith added 14 and Young finished with 11. The Mustangs knocked down seven three-pointers, but Medical Lake’s perimeter shooting proved decisive, as the Cardinals connected on 14 three-pointers and pulled away in the second half. The team hosted Inchelium on Tuesday, Dec. 16; game results were not available at press time. They are scheduled to visit Curlew on Friday, Dec. 19, at 7:30 p.m., then host Republic on Saturday, Dec. 20, at 6 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

  • Bulldogs Bite Back; Bulldogs Rebound with Road Win After Tough League Loss | Statesman-Examiner | Colville, WA

    Bulldogs Bite Back; Bulldogs Rebound with Road Win After Tough League Loss - 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 Bite Back; Bulldogs Rebound with Road Win After Tough League Loss December 17, 2025 By: Brandon Hansen Kettle Falls' Mace Thivierge goes up for a shot against Northwest Christian. He scored 36 points against the Crusaders. Photo by Reeva Mertens-Martin. After suffering its first loss of the season against State 2B power Northwest Christian, the Kettle Falls boys basketball team bounced back Saturday, Dec. 13, with a convincing 67-39 road victory over Newport, improving to 5-1 overall and 1-1 in league action. A demonstratively different team this year, the Bulldogs didn’t tally their fifth win until Jan. 14 last year. Mace Thivierge continued to be one of the most potent scorers in all of northeast Washington. Against the Grizzlies, he poured in 20 points as the Bulldogs slowly pulled away from Newport. Kettle Falls led 29-16 at halftime, outscoring Newport in every quarter. Zac Burch added 16 points to the Bulldogs’ total, meaning that the Grizzlies couldn’t focus their defense just on Thivierge. The win came one night after a hard-fought home loss to unbeaten Northwest Christian, who is fresh off a fourth-place finish at the state tournament last season. Thivierge exploded for a game-high 34 points, including five three-pointers, but the Bulldogs couldn’t overcome a fast start by the Crusaders, falling 73-61. Northwest Christian’s offense focused on two focal points – Caleb Grant and Jonah Pope – who combined for 58 points. Despite the loss, Kettle Falls showed resilience. They were outscored by 13 points in the first quarter, but didn’t wilt. In the fourth quarter, Kettle Falls outscored the Crusaders 20-7. The Bulldogs showed they can travel long distances, picking up a 61-47 nonleague road win at Tonasket on Dec. 9, improving to 4-0 at the time. Thivierge scored 18 points, while Zander Johnson added 13 and Alex Mazanek chipped in nine, including a three-pointer. Kettle Falls used a strong third quarter to take control against the Tigers, outscoring Tonasket 21-7 and holding off a late push to secure the win. Through six games, the Bulldogs have the second-most potent offense in the entire league, scoring 380 points total. Their defense has given up the second-fewest points as well. The boys team faced Davenport Tuesday, Dec. 16; results were not available at press time. They are scheduled to host Reardan on Friday, Dec. 19, at 7:30 p.m., then travel to Omak on Saturday, Dec. 20, for a game at 4 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

  • Christopher James Collins | Community Announcement | Statesman-Examiner | Colville, WA

    Christopher James Collins — a community announcement published by the Statesman-Examiner serving Colville and Stevens County. 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 Births Christopher James Collins Christopher James Collins was born on Jan. 5, 2026, to parents Cheyanne Cable and Richard Collins of Chewelah, Wash. He weighed 6 pounds, 4 ounces at birth. His maternal grandparents are Kristi Hale of Northport, Wash., and Michael Francis of Alabama. His paternal grandparents are Angie and Christopher Collins of Chewelah, Wash. His maternal great-grandparents are Dee McLaughlin of Northport, Wash., and Daniel Villines of Everett, Wash. His paternal great-grandparents are Tessie and Richard H. Collins of Chewelah, Wash. Previous Next 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

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