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Levi Richmond Walker — 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 Levi Richmond Walker Levi Richmond Walker was born on Dec. 2, 2025, to parents Hope and Collin Walker of Republic, Wash. He weighed 6 pounds, 3 ounces at birth, and has two brothers, Malachi Jones Walker, 3, and Isaiah James Walker, 1. His maternal grandparents are Leonor Hernandez of Phoenix, Ariz. and Augustine Hernandez of San Diego, Calif. His paternal grandparents are Howard Walker of San Diego, Calif. and Renee Walker, deceased. 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

Chewelah City Council Swears in New Mayor - 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 City Council Swears in New Mayor December 10, 2025 By: Brandon Hansen Lindsay Baxter (left) is sworn in as the new mayor of Chewelah in the Chewelah Council Chambers. Courtesy photo. Chewelah’s new mayor and two council members took the oath of office Dec. 1, but the first order of business at the Dec. 3 city council meeting was a resignation. Council member Katie Roberts submitted a letter stepping down from Position 1, effective immediately after accepting a job as the city’s deputy billing clerk. “It has been an honor and privilege to have been elected to serve the residents of Chewelah,” Roberts wrote. “My decision to step down is due to a recent professional opportunity… Unfortunately, if I accept the position, I would not be able to continue in my appointment for the city. Therefore, I must vacate my council position.” The council later voted to advertise the upcoming vacancy in the Chewelah Independent and on the city’s website, with the intention of having the new council appointment seated in January. Following the reading of Roberts’ resignation, the city turned to swearing in its newly elected officials. Incoming mayor Lindsay Baxter took the oath of office; two council members – Lonnie Hoxie, Paula Randall – were also sworn in for four-year terms. Baxter acknowledged the steep learning curve of his first four-and-a-half days on the job. “It feels a little like drinking from a fire hose,” he said, “but I’m very honored to be here. This is an awesome responsibility and an awesome opportunity.” Baxter emphasized that he wants robust but respectful discussion on the dais. “One of the things that’s important to me is discussion and debate,” he said. “We’re all capable of respectful discord. I hope you feel comfortable sharing opinions, especially as we run through ordinances and issues for the city. I think it’s valuable for us as a group and for the public to understand why you vote the way you do.” Baxter added that while council members are not required to speak before voting, he may occasionally call on them by name to see if they have comments to share. The mayor also noted he has begun visiting with department leaders and touring city facilities, including a lengthy ride with public works staff to see city assets and boundaries first-hand. “I’m really impressed with the leadership and employees here,” he said. “It was a great learning opportunity.” Public comment topics ranged from zoning code to holiday lights to a plea for a kinder civic climate. Resident Tom Ward, who lives across from the city campground, asked the city to consider amending its fence code to allow a 4-foot fence in his area instead of the current 42-inch height limit. Ward said pre-fabricated steel and vinyl fence panels commonly come in 48-inch sections, and he argued that raising the allowed height by six inches would still be consistent with neighborhood character while matching standard manufacturing. He also noted that “six blocks that way and six blocks that way” would reveal numerous fences already out of compliance with the current code. “I’m putting in a really nice fence, not just a little metal thing,” he told the council, adding that the planning department had indicated it would support the change. “Fences are like locks – they keep the curious people out. The determined ones are going to get in no matter what.” Another speaker, reading on behalf of Chamber of Commerce coordinator Sherry Lindstrom, thanked nearly 20 volunteers and city staff who helped install a large Christmas light display in the city park, featuring a 25-foot tree, four 10-foot trees, and other pieces obtained from the longtime “Winter Spectacular” display in Spokane. The remarks framed the lights as one of several recent investments in town – from business sales to building remodels and major grants – as signs that “people believe in Chewelah.” Community member and business owner Carl Pickens urged both winners and losers from November’s elections to remember that public service is, at its core, the work of a servant. City Administrator Tonya Wallace delivered a wide-ranging report on staffing, finances and major projects. Wallace said interviews for the vacant police chief position are scheduled over the next two weeks and will include at least two rounds: one panel composed of staff who will work with the new chief and a second, larger panel composed of community members. The goal, she said, is to have a new chief in place by late spring. On the finance side, the city has filed its 2025 property tax levy with Stevens County. Wallace noted the levy did not include the 1% increase the council approved at a previous meeting; that increase is being “banked” for potential use in a future year. “The impact of the revenue decrease is something we will be considering for possible amendments in the 2025–26 budget,” she said. The city has ordered a new bucket truck, expected to arrive before the end of December, according to Wallace, and staff are preparing to close out the year’s books and complete state-required annual reports. The city is also undergoing a two-year audit of its energy efficiency programs for 2022-2024. Grant-writing is in full swing, Wallace added, including a request for roughly $1 million to continue the city’s energy efficiency program in 2026 and a separate application for a historic cemetery grant, which was discussed later in the meeting. Wallace said the new municipal well project is scheduled to go out to bid next week, with an award expected in mid-January, while work on a gas line extension at the airport began this week. The city’s website will begin data migration Dec. 19; the vendor estimates three to four weeks, though Wallace joked she is “doubling that” expectation. She added that staff are continuing to implement new campsite management software to improve reservations and tracking at the RV park. The mayor and administrator also recently attended Association of Washington Cities meetings on the upcoming legislative session, and Wallace said her team met with the Recreation and Conservation Office regarding park projects and with the Tri-County Economic Development District at the golf course. In formal action, the council unanimously approved Resolution 25-41, authorizing the city to apply for up to $50,000 from the state’s Historic Cemetery Grant program administered through the Washington Trust for Historic Preservation. Wallace said the city’s application will focus on three areas: cemetery management software to replace paper maps and records; weed fabric and gravel for roadways at Chewelah Memorial Cemetery; and headstone repair and fence work at the historic Pioneer Cemetery. “We have several flat headstones that are almost completely overgrown,” she said, adding that better records will help families and visitors locate graves – including the many veterans interred there, some dating back to the Civil War. Council member Ron McCoy noted the city had previously taken criticism for the condition of its older cemetery. “This is what Chewelah needs,” he said. “We’ve been slowly trying to improve it, and this will help us take care of all of our cemeteries.” The council also passed Resolution 25-42, changing how the city pays stipends to its volunteer firefighters. Instead of monthly checks, volunteers who meet minimum participation requirements under state law – 10% of training drills and 10% of calls over a 12-month period – will receive a single annual payment each December. Wallace said the change is meant to match state requirements for participation in the volunteer firefighter pension system and to simplify recordkeeping. The stipend amounts, set in a previous resolution, are not changing, she said. Council member Aaron Alvarado, also a volunteer firefighter, told the council the checks are modest and not the reason people serve. “When I first joined the fire department, I didn’t even know we got paid,” he said. “We’re volunteers – that’s the keyword. The pay is more like a nice dinner out.” Council members took the opportunity to praise the department and to affirm the city’s commitment to keeping a local volunteer force rather than shifting to a county-run model. McCoy, the mayor pro tem (the council member who presides when the mayor is absent), announced this was his last meeting, and the council briefly discussed how and when to select a new mayor pro tem. Because two additional council members will be sworn in at the first meeting in January, several members said they preferred to wait and allow the new council to choose its own mayor pro tem for the coming term rather than appointing someone for just one December meeting. No action was taken. In the final action of the night, the council voted to advertise the Position 1 council vacancy created by Roberts’ resignation. The council was advised that appointing someone on Dec. 17 would only seat that person until the first meeting in January because of how the election cycle is structured, so the council opted to begin recruitment now with the intent of having the new council make a longer-term appointment early in 2026. The Chewelah city council is scheduled to meet next on Dec. 17, at 6:30 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

Crimson Hawks Surge Past Chelan, Split Busy 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 Crimson Hawks Surge Past Chelan, Split Busy Week December 17, 2025 By: Brandon Hansen Ava Kelley puts the ball up for Colville during their nonleague game against Reardan. Colville stayed closed for most of the game, and Kelley led the scorers with nine points. Photo by Brandon Hansen. A dominant third quarter lifted the Colville girls basketball team to a convincing 49-27 home win over Chelan on Saturday, Dec. 13, allowing the Crimson Hawks to finish the week on a strong note after a midweek loss. Colville, now 3-3 overall, used a balanced scoring attack and defensive pressure to break open a close game at halftime. After leading 17-13 at the break, the Crimson Hawks exploded for 22 points in the third quarter, holding Chelan to just five and seizing full control of the contest. Georgia Beardslee and Rylee Brisby each scored 10 points to lead Colville, while Kelsea Lewis added nine. Ava Kelley chipped in seven points and Andee Kroiss finished with six points as Colville spread the scoring across the lineup. The win followed a 59-36 nonleague loss to Reardan on Wednesday, Dec. 10, a game in which the Crimson Hawks faced a Div. 1 athlete in Screaming Eagles’ guard Tenice Waters. The score doesn’t tell the whole story as Colville battled with Waters and company for three quarters, giving as much as they took in physical play. Reardan built a 29-21 halftime lead that wasn’t an easy feat by any stretch. The Eagles were able to pull away late behind Waters' 21 points. Colville was led by Kelley’s nine points, with Kroiss scoring eight and Beardslee and Kubesh adding seven points apiece. Foul trouble played a role in the outcome, with both Kroiss and Beardslee fouled out. The team faced Bonners Ferry on Tuesday, Dec. 16; game results were not available at press time. The Lady Hawks are scheduled to travel to Tonasket on Friday, Dec. 19, for a game 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

Stevens County Named ‘County of the Year’ by Secretary of State - 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 Named ‘County of the Year’ by Secretary of State August 6, 2025 By: Staff Report Pictured left to right are: Kevin McMahan, assistant secretary of state, office of the secretary of state; Monty Stobart, Stevens County commissioner district 1; Lori Larsen, Stevens County auditor; Trevor Sellars, director of information services for Stevens County; Mark Burrows, Stevens County commissioner district 2; Greg Young, Stevens County commissioner district 3; Angel Olivas, senior IT security analyst, office of the secretary of state; Stuart Holmes, director of elections, office of the secretary of state. Photo courtesy Lori Larson. Officials from the Office of the Secretary of State visited Stevens County on July 28, to formally recognize the county as the 2025 County of the Year. According to Secretary of State officials, this award is given annually to counties demonstrating “exceptional leadership and results in cybersecurity readiness and collaboration.” Assistant Secretary of State Kevin McMahan stated that the choice was clear this year, “There was no question – Stevens County stood out as the clear forerunner for this recognition.” McMahan, who presented the award on behalf of Secretary of State Steve Hobbs, said that Hobbs was regretful he could not attend in person. He praised Stevens County’s Information Technology staff; not only for their internal excellence, but for their regional support efforts, particularly when assisting a neighboring jurisdiction during a cybersecurity emergency leading up to the 2024 General Election. Trevor Sellars, Stevens County’s Director of Information Services, accepted the award on behalf of the County. “Nothing like this is possible without an amazing staff – they are the ones who should be congratulated,” Sellars said. He emphasized the strength of the county's IT team and its collaborative relationships with other area IT directors through ACCIS, the Washington State Association for County and City Information Systems. Sellars also spoke about the county's regional approach to cybersecurity, explaining that “There’s been intentional effort toward unifying the technologies used by different counties so that professional expertise can be shared in times of need or disaster. Having separate but similar systems actually becomes a strength. It’s a thoughtful approach to resilience.” Joining McMahan in Colville were Stuart Holmes, Director of Elections, and Angel Olivas, Senior IT Security Analyst. Holmes and McMahan traveled from Olympia, while Olivas joined from the Secretary of State’s Eastern Washington regional office. During the ceremony, Holmes took a moment to recognize Stevens County Auditor Lori Larsen, who was previously named the 2024 Auditor of the Year by the Secretary of State’s Office. Holmes said, “Stevens County exemplifies professionalism, preparedness, and innovation. Auditor Larsen’s team consistently goes above and beyond in service to their community.” Commissioner Monty Stobart noted that it was refreshing to receive such a positive presentation and recognized the value of celebrating the County's accomplishments. Commissioners Young and Burrows both expressed appreciation for the visit and extended congratulations to the larger Stevens County team. 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

Altiera Stevie Rainbolt Raub — 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 Altiera Stevie Rainbolt Raub Altiera Stevie Rainbolt Raub was born on Aug. 24, 2025, to parents Avarielle Spiegel and Anthony Raub of Colville, 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

Jan. 22 Structure Fire in Colville, Wash. - 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. 22 Structure Fire in Colville, Wash. January 22, 2026 By: Staff Report 01/22/2026, 4:45 p.m. Publisher photo. A structure fire has been confirmed at 1025 E. Ivy in Colville; please avoid the surrounding area while emergency services respond. Publisher photo. 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

Rowan Howard Gilmore — 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 Rowan Howard Gilmore Rowan Howard Gilmore was born on July 15, 2025, to parents Miranda Elert and Howard Gilmore of Chewelah, Wash. He weighed 5 pounds, 15 ounces at birth. 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

Feed & Frippery Updated Store in Kettle Falls - 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 Feed & Frippery Updated Store in Kettle Falls July 9, 2025 By: Meredith Carroll Feed and Frippery outside view. Photo provided by Meredith Carroll. The Feed & Frippery in Kettle Falls is much more than meets the eye; it’s a one stop shop for hay, bait, small batch sourdough, locally sourced coffee, cleaning supplies, handmade jewelry, and much more. “This store used to be Weeks Outfitters, owned by my husband Jeremy, but I have reopened at Feed & Frippery,” said store owner Sarah Weeks. “Jeremy operated this as a feed supply and outfitter, but he couldn’t be here to run it. So, I took over, changed the name, and put my own style into it.” Upon reopening it, Weeks decided to add her own twist to the business. “I’ve brought in a little more feminine energy, and more homey energy. I changed the sign and added some wall décor.” Weeks said that she will continue to supply straw, alfalfa, and grain as well as sell bait and necessities for local campers in need of a general store. She’ll continue to be well stocked in dog treats, animal feed, and limited cleaning supplies. “But the ‘frippery’ part is what’s new,” she said. “‘Frippery’ applies to things we enjoy but don’t necessarily need. They’re things that bring us joy.” Weeks said she has worked to curate small batch laundry soap, local cheeses, baked goods, and all kinds of artwork and décor. “I want to add in a candy counter. I’m also hoping to sell some clothes, but that’s a whole different beast,” Weeks said, adding that she also offers engraving, custom t-shirts, metal, wood, and leather craft. “A lot of what I sell comes from consignment vendors,” said Weeks. “I currently have 26 vendors. I also have an independently owned salon in here.” The salon is called The Beauty Garage, and is owned and operated by Angelina Sink. “She is the only gal around who does permanent makeup and jewelry,” Weeks said. Sink also does nails and is currently in school to do hair. Feed & Frippery officially opened at the end of June. “It has been a smooth transition. Since my business is located at an old service station, I really want to play off the old service station vibe. We are a work in progress,” said Weeks. “I also have a store mascot. Roddy is my chihuahua. He lives with me and comes to work with me,” Weeks said. “What I offer at Feed & Frippery is supposed to make you a little happy,” she said. “We all need at least five minutes of something to make us happy.” Weeks’ hours of operation are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. Feed & Frippery is located in Kettle Falls at 1161 Highway 25, at the corner of Old Kettle Highway and Highway 25, and can be contacted at 509-936-4556. 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

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Grace Evangeline Cottrill — 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 Grace Evangeline Cottrill Grace Evangeline Cottrill was born July 24, 2025 to parents Angel and Jake Cottrill of Colville, Wash. She weighed 7 pounds, 1 ounce at birth and has five brothers, Jacob, age 17, Samuel, age 15, Noah, age 14, Micah, age 11, and Lucas, age 8. Her maternal grandparents are Randy Burgin of Okeechobee, Fla., and Ellen Deffenbaught of Colville, Wash. Her paternal grandparents are Ron Cottrill of Sylva, N.C., and Sheri Post, deceased. 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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Oakley Miles McCarthy — 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 Oakley Miles McCarthy Oakley Miles McCarthy was born on July 18, 2025 to parents Makayle Leal and Adrian McCarthy of Republic, Wash. He weighed 7 pounds, 6 ounces. He has one sister, Gemma, age 8. 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