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Northport Boys Basketball Maintains Perfect League Score - 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 Basketball Maintains Perfect League Score December 24, 2025 By: Brandon Hansen Trae Smith lays the ball up for the Mustangs during road action against Curlew. Photo by Fiona Laughton. Northport boys lose three in league play. Northport girls come up short against league foes in tough week. The Northport boys basketball team continued its strong start to Northeast 1B North play last week, picking up three convincing wins to improve to 7-2 overall and a perfect 5-0 in league action. Northport capped the stretch Saturday, Dec. 20, with an 83-63 home win over Republic. The Mustangs’ offense was simply too much for the Tigers, who entered the game near the top of the league standings. Northport had scored even more points on Dec. 19, as the team dominated on the road with a 92-48 victory over Curlew. The Mustangs took control early and blew the game open with a 35-point second quarter. Pete Beardslee led Northport with 30 points, while the Mustangs connected on 12 3-pointers as a team. Cameron Mawdsley added 22 points, Tommy Young scored 16, and Trae Smith chipped in 11 as Northport’s offense overwhelmed the Cougars. The winning streak began earlier in the week with a 79-60 home victory over Inchelium on Dec. 16. With three wins in four days, Northport has established itself as one of the teams to beat in the Northeast 1B North. Its offense is also lighting up the scoreboard , averaging 75 points per game. The team is scheduled to travel to Colville on Dec. 29 for a game at 10:30 a.m. The Northport girls basketball team had a different experience last week, dropping three games – their first setbacks of the season. While facing some of the top teams in the NE 1B North, the losses dropped the Lady Mustangs to 5-3 overall and 2-3 in league action. Northport nearly pulled off an upset at home on Dec. 20, but fell 30-26 to undefeated Republic. The Mustangs held the Tigers scoreless for stretches and stayed within striking distance throughout the defensive battle, but Republic did just enough to remain unbeaten. Ember Berndt scored 12 points to lead Republic, while Northport was paced by Liesel Stark, who finished with 14 points. One night earlier, Northport dropped a 49-41 road decision to Curlew. The Mustangs rallied in the second half, outscoring the Cougars 29-28 after halftime, but were unable to overcome a slow start. Annika Baker led Curlew with 24 points, while Kate Beardslee scored 13 to lead Northport. The week began with a 57-37 home loss to Inchelium on Dec. 16. The Hornets were led by Marianna Agapith, who scored 35 points and hit six 3-pointers to fuel the win. Beardslee again led Northport with nine points. The Lady Mustangs are scheduled to travel to Riverside on Dec. 29 for a game at noon. 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

Inchelium Girls Basketball, Agapith Continues to Shoot the Lights Out - 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 Inchelium Girls Basketball, Agapith Continues to Shoot the Lights Out January 7, 2026 By: Brandon Hansen The Inchelium girls basketball team continued its strong midseason push with a pair of convincing wins over Springdale, improving to 6-3 overall and 4-2 in Northeast 1B play. Inchelium opened the stretch with a dominant 56-21 victory over the Springdale Chargers on Dec. 30, in a nonleague matchup at home. The Hornets set the tone immediately, holding Springdale scoreless in the first quarter while building an 11-0 lead. Marianna Agapith led the way with 18 points as Inchelium knocked down eight 3-pointers and controlled the game on both ends of the floor. The Hornets led 28-4 at halftime and continued to widen the gap behind balanced scoring and defensive pressure. Ashlynn Ford paced Springdale with 11 points. Inchelium backed up that performance with a 63-37 league win over Springdale on Friday, Jan. 2, at Wellpinit High School. The Hornets jumped out to a 20-9 first-quarter lead and never let the Chargers recover. Agapith delivered another standout effort, scoring 21 points and hitting five 3-pointers. Ronni Seymour added 16 points as Inchelium connected on 12 shots from beyond the arc and led 38-20 at halftime. The Hornets extended the lead to 53-23 after three quarters before cruising to the win. Mikel Ford led Springdale with 16 points in the league contest, but the Chargers were limited to just one 3-pointer as Inchelium’s perimeter shooting and depth proved decisive. The Lady Hornets played Selkirk on Tuesday, Jan. 6; results were not available at press time. They are scheduled to face Columbia on Friday, Jan. 9, 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

Local School Raffles Off Large Stocking - 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 Local School Raffles Off Large Stocking December 31, 2025 By: Staff Report Orient School Christmas Stocking raffle winner Chuck Omit (second from left) with Orient School eighth graders (from left) Finley Iverson, Matthew Rose, Lavette Parazoo, and Natilyn Cruden. Eighth grader not pictured is Tayla Swaim. Publisher photo. Orient School hosted their annual community stocking raffle fundraiser, raising $1,210.50 to benefit Orient School’s eighth-grade Sneak and Graduation Ceremony. The winner was resident Chuck Omit, whose name was pulled during Orient School’s winter program, held on Dec. 19 at the Kettle River Grange. According to organizers, tickets for the fundraiser were sold for 50 cents each, in an effort to make it accessible for all community members to participate. Organizers said that the students played a central role in the fundraiser by calling local businesses to request donations. Parent volunteers then collected the donated items, which were combined into a large community stocking valued at over $1,000. “I can’t think of a more deserving winner,” said eighth-grade advisor Gretchen Cruden. “The Omits have been huge supporters of the school and the community. They also run Operation Santa in Kettle Falls, which has helped so many families in our area over the years at this time of year.” Organizers expressed appreciation for the event’s turnout and the businesses that contributed, noting that the fundraiser “demonstrated the community’s commitment to supporting Orient School students during an important milestone year.” Local businesses donating to the stocking included: Barstow General Store, Essentials, Beardslee’s Family Restaurant, Colville Pawn Shop, R.E. Lee, Main Street Floral, Westside Pizza, Mr. Sub, Ronnie D’s, Crandall’s Coffee, Builder Ace Hardware, Country Store (Flour Mill), Subway, Allusions, Kettle Falls NAPA Auto, Rancho Chico, Mavericks, Pour House, Henery’s Hardware, True Value Hardware (Kettle Falls), House of Music, Tony’s Italian Eatery, Pooch Parlor, Eclectic Dragon, Copper Bowl, Farmhouse Sweets and Café, Constructive Fun, Taco Time, Dragon Village, Papa Murphy’s, Sandy’s, Inspire Dentistry, Adventure Peddler, Zaddy’s, and Ritzes. 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

Chewelah Girls Basketball Drops Two League Matchups - 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 Chewelah Girls Basketball Drops Two League Matchups January 28, 2026 By: Brandon Hansen The Chewelah girls basketball fell in two Northeast 2B North games last week, dropping a matchup on the road to Newport before returning home for a loss against league-leading Reardan. Chewelah opened the week with a 34-19 loss to the Newport Grizzlies on Jan. 20. The Cougars trailed 15-8 at halftime and were unable to close the gap. Grace Keck led Newport with 13 points. Chewelah was led by Elise Warren with seven points, followed by Megan Watts with six and Sara Vioni with four points before fouling out. The Cougars were held without a 3-pointer in the contest and finished 1-for-2 from the free-throw line. Chewelah played at home Friday, Jan. 23, but struggled to generate offense in a 64-16 loss to the Reardan Screaming Eagles. Reardan jumped out to a 24-9 first-quarter lead and maintained control throughout the game. The Screaming Eagles (16-2 overall, 10-0 league) used balanced scoring and seven 3-pointers to pull away. Rylynn Green scored a team-high 12 points. Chewelah was led by Vioni, who finished with 12 points. The Cougars fell to 1-16 overall and 0-10 in NE2B play. Results from Chewelah’s matchup at Davenport on Tuesday, Jan. 27, were unavailable at press time. Chewelah is scheduled to host St. George’s on Saturday, Jan. 31, at 4:30 p.m. and play at Kettle Falls on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 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

Rep. Engell Proposes Bill to Expand Options for Radiologic Technologists - 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 Rep. Engell Proposes Bill to Expand Options for Radiologic Technologists January 14, 2026 By: Brandon Hansen A bill sponsored by state Rep. Andrew Engell (R-Colville) would update Washington law to expand how diagnostic, therapeutic, and MRI technologists may be supervised when performing certain medical procedures, including the administration of intravenous contrast. House Bill (HB) 2113, prefiled for the 2026 legislative session, proposed changes to state regulations governing radiologic technologists by allowing additional flexibility in physician supervision while maintaining patient safety requirements. “I’ve had hundreds of conversations and dozens of meetings in the process of developing this bill and trying to get all the major players on the same page, and I’m now cautiously optimistic that this important bill may pass,” Engell said on social media. “It is a common-sense bill that codifies existing practice that has been deemed, first by a lawyer and then by the agency, to be out of compliance with the law.” The current law states that many radiologic procedures involving injections require the direct, in-person supervision of a physician. HB 2113 would allow diagnostic radiologic technologists, therapeutic radiologic technologists, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) technologists to administer intravenous contrast under either real-time audio and video supervision by a physician or direct supervision by an advanced practice registered nurse or physician assistant. The bill specified that virtual supervision must include live, two-way audio and video communication and may not rely on audio-only technology. It also required that appropriately trained clinical staff be physically present at the facility to respond to any adverse reactions when contrast agents are administered. Legislative language clarified that the changes are limited to procedures within a licensed practitioner’s scope of practice and do not permit unsupervised administration of contrast agents. The bill also excluded cases involving tampering with established safety standards or procedures outside radiologic technology practice. “Everyone I’ve talked to who works in a hospital agrees that a trained ARNP (Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner) or PA (Physician’s Assistant) is qualified to supervise CT (Computed Tomography) scans with IV contrast,” Engell said. “Without this bill, hospitals will incur unnecessary extra costs, and these providers will lose career opportunities they have had for more than 20 years.” HB 2113 also updates statutory definitions within state law to reflect the new supervision framework and formally recognizes virtual direct supervision as an acceptable option for specific radiologic procedures. 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

Confirmed Measles Case Reported in Stevens County; No Public Exposure Identified - 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 Confirmed Measles Case Reported in Stevens County; No Public Exposure Identified February 4, 2026 By: Brandon Hansen As of Feb. 2, Washington State has confirmed eight cases of the measles. NE Tri County Health District graphic. Health officials have confirmed a case of measles in a Stevens County resident, according to the Northeast Tri-County Health District. Officials said the individual followed public health guidance and took appropriate precautions, and as a result, no close contacts or public locations with potential community exposure have been identified. Washington reported eight confirmed measles cases statewide as of last week. Local health officials emphasized that the risk to the general public in Stevens County remains low at this time. Residents who believe they may have been exposed to measles, are experiencing symptoms, or have questions, are encouraged to contact the Stevens County health office at 509-684-2262 and select Option 1. Health officials said anyone seeking medical care who suspects they may have measles should call ahead before arriving at a clinic or hospital so proper infection control precautions can be taken. Health officials noted that measles is a highly contagious viral illness, and the most effective protection is being up to date on the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccines. The National Institutes of Health stated that measles is an extremely contagious virus – far more so than COVID-19 or the flu – that can spread through the air, lingers in rooms for up to two hours, and can cause severe complications like pneumonia, brain swelling, permanent disability, or death, particularly in young children. Communities with lower vaccination rates face a higher risk of transmission, and measles cases have been increasing nationwide, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Residents who are unsure of their vaccination status or have questions about the MMR vaccine are encouraged to speak with their health care provider, health officials said. Vaccination records are also available through the state’s MyIR Mobile system at myirmobile.com . For statewide updates on measles cases, including any identified public exposure locations, residents can visit the Washington State Department of Health’s measles information pages at wadoh.maps.arcgis.com/apps/dashboards/10e3b2b43f784eabbdb0a5873acd660d . 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: 10/01/2025 - 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: 10/01/2025 October 1, 2025 By: Stevens County Historical Museum Lucy Covington, the great-granddaughter of Old Chief Moses. Photo courtesy Stevens County Historical Society. 110 Years Ago— Colville winnings at the Spokane fair have again directed considerable attention to this city as the center for grains and for poultry, and the few entries that were made brought results. In the general display awards of the agricultural section, Colville led all the towns in the state. One of the strongest evidences of the possibility of Stevens County is furnished by P. B. Dingle, who has on exhibition at Hotel Colville some samples of sunflowers, the tallest measuring about 14 ½ feet, the diameter of the head being 14 inches, grown in his garden on West First Avenue. Advertisement—For mild, easy action of the bowels, try Doan’s Regulets, a modern laxative. 25 cents at all stores. 75 Years Ago— Final reports from the third annual mass chest health survey for Stevens County show a total of 2,957 X-rays taken during the nine-day visit to Stevens County. The season’s first snow appeared on Old Dominion Mountain Tuesday morning, three days after the official arrival of fall and after two cloudy days with cool weather and light rain. The Colville council, according to the tentative budget released this week, plans to spend $59,962 for general city operation: $3,055 for the library; $49,870 for the water and sewer department operation; and another $32,102 for city streets. 50 Years Ago— A solution to Colville’s parking problem was explained to the Colville Chamber of Commerce Tuesday by Frank Slagle, chairman of the city planning commission, and Steve Blake, city attorney. The solution is the proposed purchase of over a half-a-block of land behind Barmans Clothing Store and the whole half block behind stores on the west side of Main Street between First and Second Avenues. A new business enterprise, a direct result of the Northwest Alloys, Inc. magnesium and silicon plant, is now in operation and capable of producing 40 tons of wood chips per hour. The new venture, Metallurgical Chip Company, is headed up by Bill Brauner of Brauner Lumber Co., Kettle Falls, and Harvey Tripp, Kettle Falls contractor. 25 Years Ago— Colville volunteer fire department crews and Department of Natural Resources personnel put out a four-acre blaze on Colville Mountain. The fire was located near the cell phone tower and above the cross. Colville city officials may be considering whether or not a curb-side recycling program will be established in the city. Sixteen-year-old 4-H’er Sarah Lindberg of Colville recently captured first place in the state 4-H Fair’s Daily Fashion Review, held Sept. 1 at the Western Washington Fairgrounds in Puyallup. 10 Years Ago— Rodney Smoldon has been named new forest supervisor on the Colville National Forest. Smoldon is currently the district ranger in the Three Rivers Ranger District. Smoldon is a 1981 graduate of Colville High School. Eastern Washington University has initiated an academic and community program to honor the legacy of Lucy Covington, a Colville Tribal Council member who changed the course of American Indian history through her courageous and selfless style of leadership in the face of great odds. 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

Kettle Falls Boys Basketball Opens Season With Convincing Win Over Selkirk - 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 Boys Basketball Opens Season With Convincing Win Over Selkirk December 3, 2025 By: Brandon Hansen Kettle Falls' defense buckled down against Selkirk, powering the Bulldogs to a big win over Selkirk on Saturday, Nov. 28. Photo by Shelly Adams. The Bulldogs boys basketball started their season with a statement. Kettle Falls powered past Selkirk 65-29 in their home opener on Nov. 28, using an aggressive defensive effort and balanced scoring attack to control the game from start to finish in nonleague play. “I’m happy with the defensive effort,” Kettle Falls head coach Cameron Stewart said. “The guys were connected out there, playing with energy and confidence. We were able to dictate the tempo because of our defense and rebounding.” The Bulldogs forced 25 turnovers, which is exactly the gameplan Stewart wants to see implemented. “We want to be disruptive,” he said. “There were a few breakdowns that we will learn from, but for the most part I liked how we competed on the defensive end.” The Bulldogs wasted no time setting the tone, racing out to a 19-2 lead in the first quarter and never looked back. They continued to push the pace into halftime, taking a 36-14 advantage into the break. Stewart said that the team had a solid rebounding effort for it being the first game. “We keep emphasizing the importance of limiting opponents shot opportunities on one end, and getting extra possessions on the other end,” Stewart said. “Still room for improvement but I’m happy with the team’s commitment to rebounding so far.” Cody Adams led Kettle Falls with 19 points while Alex Mazanek added 15 points and Mace Thivierge chipped in 8 points. “It was great to see Alex and Cody in double figures,” Stewart said. “We are looking for guys to step up on offense, and there’s a few other guys who are capable of scoring in double figures [as well].” Stewart noted that Thivierge will shine in other games but in this contest he really showcased his passing. “Selkirk paid special attention to [Thivierge] and rather than forcing contested shots, he found his teammates for open shots,” Stewart said. “He had 10 assists, and just one turnover to go with a team leading eight boards. That shows maturity.” Strong contributions came throughout the roster, however, as the Bulldogs got seven points from Cooper McKern and six each from Zac Burch and Jaxon Fondrey. The Bulldogs knocked down 29 field goals and shot 3-for-5 at the free-throw line. With the Bulldogs logging in only10 practices, it could have been a sloppy mess of a matchup. Kettle Falls, however, was excited to play. “Some of our older guys have reached a point where they are just gamers – they don’t worry about doing everything perfectly, they just play hard,” Stewart said. “Cooper McKern is one of those guys. He’s not afraid to make mistakes, because he’s out there to compete.” Stewart added some of the younger players are still trying to get things right, but are working hard at it. Fluidity in the game will come and it’s hard to ignore that Kettle Falls’ defensive pressure limited Selkirk to single digits in three of the four quarters. “At the end of the day we want all our guys to play fast and free, but we also have to be able to execute our offense,” Stewart said. “Every possession counts.” 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 Craftsmanship on Global Stage: Local Family Brings Custom Camaro to Arizona - 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 Craftsmanship on Global Stage: Local Family Brings Custom Camaro to Arizona December 24, 2025 By: Shannon Chapman A fully restored 1968 Chevrolet Camaro sits in the Country Chevrolet showroom in Colville, Wash., before being transported to Arizona. The vehicle, which underwent a total structural restoration, features a custom red paint job with charcoal racing stripes and a modernized billet grille. Photo by Aaron Pierson, General Manager, Country Chevrolet. Twelve years ago, Lisa and Jerry Adams pulled onto a farm in Idaho to inspect a 1968 Chevrolet Camaro that had served as a primary family vehicle for decades. It was weathered and worn, but for the Adams family, the $8,000 price tag represented far more than a vintage chassis – it was the beginning of an 11-year education for their son. At the time of the purchase, their son, Kalos, was only 3 years old. While most children his age were playing with die-cast miniatures, Kalos was beginning a childhood defined by the echoing clangs of a family garage. The couple said their goal was to ensure that, as Kalos grew, he would learn the “grueling, rewarding reality of manual labor and the patience required for a long-term commitment.” "We wanted to teach him the value of hard work and time," Lisa Adams said. "It was about showing him what it takes to build something from nothing, and having him see that process from the time he was a toddler until now." The Adams plan to complete their decade-plus lesson Jan. 17-25, 2026, at the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction in Arizona. Known as "The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions," the event serves as a global stage for the industry. The Adams' custom masterpiece, designated as Lot No. 813, will cross the block in front of a live television audience and hundreds of thousands of in-person enthusiasts, according to event organizers. The Camaro is the result of 8,561 hours of personal labor, according to the Adams. The restoration was a multi-generational mission led by Jerry Adams, a 20-year retired U.S. Navy Senior Chief. Working in their home garage in Colville, Wash., the project became a cornerstone of family life, involving Jerry, Lisa, Kalos – who eventually learned to turn wrenches on the very car he grew up with – and Lisa’s father, Jim Langevin. "Veterans always need to stay busy," Jerry Adams said of the project’s intensity. "This wasn't just a hobby for us; it was a mission to preserve a piece of American history while building our own." According to Jerry Adams, the technical transformation of the vehicle was documented in a massive, 10-inch-thick binder that chronicles every receipt, photograph, and modification. The family performed a complete frame-off rotisserie restoration, which included replacing every body panel with new metal. The "rough-in" panel replacement was handled by Casey’s Autofab before the car returned to the family garage for the intricate assembly. While the family managed the mechanical engineering, they sought out a local specialist to provide the car’s world-class finish. The Adams said they entrusted the paint job and body work to Jon Entwistle, a long-time resident of Colville. Under Entwistle’s hand, the Camaro was coated in a striking PPG "Caught Red Handed" finish with gunmetal gray pearl accents. According to Adams, the deep, mirror-like surface serves as a visual testament to the generational skills passed down through the Entwistle family. The Camaro is powered by a 454ci V8 engine built by Blackfoot Racing and Gibson Performance Engines, featuring forged internals and port-polished 049 oval heads, Jerry Adams said. Thunder Racing Dyno tested the powerplant at an impressive 603 horsepower and 590 foot-pounds of torque, according to performance records. The engine is mated to a Silver Sport Tremec TKX five-speed manual transmission and a narrowed Currie 9-inch rear end. Jerry Adams said inside, the car features a fully custom TMI leather and suede interior completed by local shop CNT Upholstery. Modern amenities were integrated as well, including a Vintage Air climate control system, Dakota Digital gauges, a leather-wrapped Momo steering wheel, and a premium Alpine sound system. To ensure the 603-horsepower machine handles as well as it looks, Jerry Adams said the family installed a full Ridetech coilover suspension and Wilwood six-piston disc brakes. According to the event’s websitebarrett-jackson.com/2026-scottsdale , the auction event kicks off Jan. 16, 2026, with a "Rock the Block" concert featuring country superstar Cole Swindell. According to the Adams family, the event also marks the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. As they prepare to watch the gavel fall, the couple said they are already scouting for their next project: a vintage truck and a "sleeper" car that maintains a stock aesthetic while hiding high-performance secrets. "The car is beautiful, and we are proud of the technical achievement," Lisa Adams said. "But the 12 years of memories and the character our son built in that garage is what we are truly taking home with us." 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Out of the Past: 01/14/2026 - 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: 01/14/2026 January 14, 2026 By: Stevens County Historical Museum Northwest Alloys at Addy. Photo courtesy Stevens County Historical Museum. 100 Years Ago— Stevens County has 2,643 farms, according to the revised estimate Jan. 1 made by the Department of Commerce. This is 84 less than in 1920. Jamaica ginger is to be removed from the list of intoxicants available to the thirsty. This tragedy is to occur April 1. The order provides that Jamaica ginger of double strength shall thereafter be handled the same as alcohol. An ore sample showing wire silver has been on display at the Bank of Colville this week, brought from the Old Dominion Mine. So far as is known, this property is the only one in Stevens County which has shown any amount of wire silver. 75 Years Ago— The Gotham twins, Merle and Verle, enlisted on Jan. 2 in the Army Air Force. The two youths, both graduates of Colville High School in 1948, signed up for four-year enlistments with Capt. Robert Campbell, Spokane Air Force recruiting officer. The Colville city council this week passed an exhaustive taxicab ordinance. The ordinance limits the number of taxicabs permitted in the city, establishes fares and sets up rules concerning drivers and licensing. The county jail held a total of 166 prisoners during 1950, a total summary compiled by the sheriff’s office this week. 50 Years Ago— Northwest Alloys, Inc., on Jan. 7, began heating its large ferrosilicon furnaces as a first step toward the production of magnesium and silicon, two major alloying agents used in making aluminum. Stevens County Commissioners will hold a hearing on Monday on an ordinance raising the salary of the county commissioners to $12,700. A workshop to help Colville plan bicentennial events and activities is set for Thursday at the Colville City Hall, according to Marian F. Garvey, festival hostess committee chairwoman. 25 Years Ago— A proposal to create a wide-ranging national monument that would cover most of the Colville National Forest in Ferry County has been unveiled by a consortium of conservation and recreation organizations. The proposal, which was unveiled last Thursday, would create the Columbia Mountains National Monument in northeast Washington. B. E. “Bushy” Norberg, 84-years-old and a native of Stevens County, has had quite a life. He remembers meeting John F. Kennedy during World War II. He also served as an Honor Guard at the casket of President Roosevelt. 10 Years Ago— Anyone traversing the Colville Main Street corridor and perusing the shops along the way will eventually find themselves at an intersection they have to cross. In an attempt to make their journeys from one side of State Highway 395 to the other side safer, Colville city council approved a pilot project that will implement crosswalk flags along specific sections of Main Street. 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 Wrestlers Edged By Riverside in Tight Dual - 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 Wrestlers Edged By Riverside in Tight Dual February 4, 2026 By: Brandon Hansen Brandon Heater. File photo. The Colville Crimson Hawks wrestling team came up just short in a tightly contested dual, falling 41-39 to the Riverside Rams on Thursday, Jan. 28. The match swung back and forth throughout the lineup, with both teams trading pins and bonus-point wins. Riverside built an early edge with falls at 106 and 113 pounds and a technical fall at 120 pounds, but Colville answered with momentum of its own in the middle weights. At 126 pounds, Jacob Klauder recorded a 16-0 technical fall over Colby Scarpelli to put Colville on the board. The Crimson Hawks followed with back-to-back pins from Tegan Martin at 138 pounds and Bryce Davis at 144 pounds to take the lead. Colville continued to score bonus points at 157 pounds, where Trent Seitters earned a 12-2 major decision over Luke DesRoches. Ashton Donaldson (165 pounds) and Coen Burns (190 pounds) also picked up wins by forfeit. Riverside stayed within striking distance with pins at 132, 150, 175, and 285 pounds, including a decisive fall by Jacob Schuch at heavyweight. The Rams ultimately sealed the dual with those bonus-point victories, narrowly outpacing Colville on the team score. Braedon Heater added another highlight for the Crimson Hawks with a pin at 215 pounds. 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

Inchelium Girls Advance with Loser-Out Win Over Springdale - 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 Inchelium Girls Advance with Loser-Out Win Over Springdale February 4, 2026 By: Brandon Hansen Marianna Agapith scored 10 points as the Inchelium Hornets kept their postseason run vibrantly alive with a 42-25 victory over Springdale Chargers in a Northeast 1B loser-out game Friday, Jan. 30, at Selkirk High School. Inchelium (12-6) held Springdale to just 14 points in the second half. The Hornets led 21-11 at the break and never allowed the Chargers to mount a serious comeback. Agapith finished with four field goals and went 2-of-3 from the free-throw line to lead Inchelium. Riley Seymour added nine points, while Jordyn Agapith scored six points. The Hornets connected on five 3-pointers, with Seymour hitting three from long range. Springdale (3-16) was led by Ashlyn Ford, who scored 18 of the Chargers’ 25 points. Ford accounted for seven of Springdale’s 10 field goals. With the win, fourth-seeded Inchelium advanced to the quarterfinals and faced top-seeded Almira-Coulee-Hartline Warriors on Tuesday, Feb. 3. Results 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