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February 20, 2026

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Two Presumed Dead After House Fire Near Hunters
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A house fire near Hunters took place on Feb. 11, taking the lives of two people. Photo courtesy Stevens County Fire District 2. 

Brandon Hansen

February 18, 2026

Two people are presumed dead following a house fire near Hunters in Stevens County on Feb. 11.

Preliminary School Levy Election Results are Tallied
Preliminary School Levy Election Results are Tallied

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February 10, 2026

The majority of voters in three local school districts have approved funding measures in Tuesday’s special election, with replacement levies passing in the Colville, Valley, and Mary Walker districts, according to preliminary returns.

Confirmed Measles Case Reported in Stevens County; No Public Exposure Identified
Confirmed Measles Case Reported in Stevens County; No Public Exposure Identified

Brandon Hansen

February 4, 2026

Health officials have confirmed a case of measles in a Stevens County resident, according to the Northeast Tri County Health District.

Jan. 28 - Traffic Report
Jan. 28 - Traffic Report

Staff Report

January 28, 2026

Jan. 28 Traffic Report

Jan. 22 Structure Fire in Colville, Wash.
Jan. 22 Structure Fire in Colville, Wash.

Staff Report

January 22, 2026

A structure fire has been confirmed at 1025 E. Ivy in Colville; please avoid the surrounding area while emergency services respond.

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Stevens County School Districts Tally Up Election Results

Cami Krema

February 18, 2026

The results include: Colville School District, Mary Walker School District, Valley School District, and Wellpinit School District.

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Some Bills Have Already Failed to Advance This Legislative Session

Brandon Hansen

February 11, 2026

Lawmakers faced their first major cutoff the week of Feb. 2, when bills did not advance out of policy committees, effectively ending their run. Measures that survived face additional hurdles, including fiscal committee deadlines for bills that cost money and a Feb. 17 deadline...

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Chewelah City Council Hears Public Concerns, Approves Banking Change and Fire Grant Application

Brandon Hansen

February 4, 2026

During public comment, a resident urged council members to delay any future ordinances related to pet ownership until additional data on rabies risk and dog bites can be reviewed.

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New Superior Court Judge Sworn In

Tamara Lee Titus

January 28, 2026

Stevens, Pend Oreille, and Ferry County’s newly-appointed Superior Court Judge Thomas Webster was sworn into office on Friday, Jan. 23. “I’m honored,” Webster said, adding that the application process was long and comprehensive.

Constructive Fun Toys Moves in with Nana’s Kiln Time

Samantha Peone

February 4, 2026

Owner Valorie Anderson said the business will be open, possibly through the first week or two of February, at its current location, 163 S. Main Street in Colville, and then close for a bit to focus on downsizing. It’ll reopen in March in its new spot. 

Statesman-Examiner Launches New Website

Staff Report

January 14, 2026

Since acquiring the Statesman-Examiner, The Sun, and the Deer Park Tribune less than two years ago, the focus has been on strengthening the print editions, where most readers prefer to access the newspapers, said owner and publisher Gabriel Cruden.

The Woodland Theatre Receives Support for Upcoming Projects

Tamara Lee Titus

December 3, 2025

The Woodland Theatre, built in Kettle Falls in 1940, is the main performance site for Woodland Productions, a nonprofit community of local performing artists. Thanks to donations from grants, Friends of Woodland Theatre, and other major donors, the theatre now has the funds needed to complete upgrades. 

New Mobile Pottery Business Arrives in Town

Meredith Carroll

November 19, 2025

Glaze It Up Pottery is the new Colville-based pottery painting business that brings ceramics to their customers. “I pull up, I set up, and I bring the pottery, the glaze (paint), the paint brushes, and the paint pallets,” said Glaze It Up Pottery owner Heather Fryer. “I even bring the garbage bags to haul away the trash.

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Chewelah Chamber of Commerce Meeting

Mistequa Casino

Feb. 20, 2026

7-8 a.m.

2555 Smith Rd, Chewelah, WA 99109, USA

Call: 509-935-8595

Friends of Kettle Falls Library Movie Night

Kettle Falls Library

Feb. 20, 2026

5:30 p.m.

605 Meyers St, Kettle Falls, WA 99141, USA

Call: 509-738-6817

Movie & Crafternoon

Kettle Falls Library

Feb. 20, 2026

3-5 p.m.

605 Meyers St, Kettle Falls, WA 99141, USA

Call: 509-738-6817

Seed Swap & Herb Exchange

Meditation House

Feb. 21, 2026

12-3 p.m.

508 N Oak St, Colville, WA 99114, USA

Email: childrenofearth@outlook.com, call/text: 870-421-7025

A Light in The Darkness

Chewelah Golf & Country Club

Feb. 21, 2026

2-6:30 p.m.

2537 Sand Canyon Rd, Chewelah, WA 99109, USA

19th Annual Charity Auction & Hawaiian Luau

Colville AG Trade Center

Feb. 21, 2026

4 p.m.

220 S Washington St, Colville, WA 99114, USA

Ladies' Craft Day

Momentum Church - Colville Assembly

Feb. 21, 2026

10 a.m. to 3 pm.

516 E Glen Ave, Colville, WA 99114, USA

Comedy Night

Crossroads Event Center

Feb. 21, 2026

6:30 p.m.

145 S Main St, Colville, WA 99114, USA

February 18, 2026

Roger Haick

Loon Lake

If I were a Trump supporter, I would be asked to believe that gas is $2 a gallon, groceries cost less today than when Trump took over, inflation is way down, and Trump will lay out his healthcare plan “in about two weeks.” That, of course, is not the lived reality for most Americans.
He wanted you to believe that the ICE agent who killed Renee Good suffered such severe injuries that he ended up in the hospital. Your eyes undoubtedly told you otherwise.
But the biggest fraud Trump has pulled on his voters is the myth that he cares about them. Instead of trying to make their lives better as he promised, he is obsessed with naming things after himself, including the Kennedy Center, the Institute of Peace, and, most recentl,y his threats to withhold money for a tunnel unless Dulles Airport in D.C. and Penn Station in NYC are renamed for him. Then there is the Trump class of naval vessels, the Trump savings card given to newborns, and Trump Rx, the discount prescription plan promised early in his term but only now being gingerly introduced. While you pay a higher cost of living, he begs for a Nobel Peace Prize. He sues the very government he runs, potentially hoovering up billions of taxpayer dollars.
Did you really vote for this? Are you suffering buyer’s remorse yet? And of course, Epstein.

Births

Laurence LaTourette Driggs V was born on Feb. 4, 2026, to parents MacKenzie Glanville and Laurence Driggs IV of Northport, Wash. He weighed 8 pounds, 2.6 ounces at birth, and has one brother, Carter Ares, 4 years old. His maternal grandparents are Livia Steckner of Blanchard, Okla., and David Glanville of Northport, Wash. His paternal grandparents are Margaret Barton Driggs of Easton, Md., and Laurence LaTourette Driggs III of Athens, Maine. His maternal great-grandparents are Sidney and Karla Steckner of Colville, Wash., and Donna Glanville of Northport, Wash.

Births

Daniel Edward Youst was born at home on Jan. 25, 2026, to parents Danielle Meo and Brandon Youst of Northport, Wash. He weighed 7 pounds, 1 ounce at birth. His maternal grandparents are Sharon and John Meo of Jackson, N.J. His paternal grandparents are Kenneth and Susan Youst of Orwigsburg, Pa.

Births

Ivy March Hinds was born on Jan. 28, 2026, to parents Darby Fox and Jack Hinds of Colville, Wash. She weighed 7 pounds, 6 ounces at birth. Her maternal grandparent is Kathy Fox of Colville, Wash. Her paternal grandparents are Bob and Mickey Hinds of Colville, Wash.

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Feb 18, 2026

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Feb 18, 2026

130 - Lost & Found

2 missing dogs, stolen from Highland Trailer Park in Kettle Falls. Last seen: 2/8. Last known location: across the river in Ferry County. The 1st dog is all white, while the 2nd is brindle (brown & cream) and looks like a mini German Shepherd. Both are service animals, licensed and chipped. If you have any information, please call 509-675-1020. 

Feb 18, 2026

150 - Services

Automotive mobile mechanic, Ranger Mobile Garage. All makes/models, affordable maintenance & repair. Serving Colville & Stevens County. Call: 509-690-3721. 

Feb 18, 2026

170 - Business Opportunities

Opportunity - Contract for sale that has a 6% return, has been seasoned for almost 2 years, will sell at par balance, approximately $59,312 with approximately 8 years left. Call 509-722-3321 in the evenings, or 509-563-9254 anytime. 

Feb 18, 2026

200 - Residential Rental

Republic area 2 bd., den, 1 bath, daylight basement apartment. Electric/STARLINK/heat. DISH TV, water, and trash included. carport and lg outside covered area. Pets considered. $1250/month, $1250 deposit. Call 360-941-0384. 

Feb 18, 2026

210 - Yard Sales & Auctions

ESTATE FURNITURE-VINTAGE ITEMS-SHOP TOOLS-STORAGE: power lift chair recliner; refrigerator; smooth top range; dinette table; electric recliner; table & floor lamps; craft room stacking drawers; painted furniture- small cabinets, stands, side tables, buffets; farmhouse table w/chairs; over 1100 DVD movies just arrived; antique Victorian 1880s dresser & high back bed; curio cabinets; hardwood dressers; 5 piece bedroom set; hand/power tools; welders; drill press; large load just arrived! Red Barn Second Hand - 490 west 2nd Ave., Colville, 8:00-5:30 Monday-Saturday, 509-684-8995. 

Feb 18, 2026

Kathy Nell Carter Ducote

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February 14, 2026

Kathy Nell Carter Ducote passed away on February 14, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with ovarian cancer, which she began fighting in 2017. Though cancer ultimately claimed her life, it never claimed her spirit. 

George Perry Terrill

Sep 15, 1942

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December 6, 2025

George Perry Terrill passed away on Dec. 6, 2025.

Martha Ann Steinkellner

Mar 7, 1933

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January 26, 2026

Martha was born to Franz and Martha Stadlbauer on March 7, 1933, in Langenwang, Austria. She passed away in her home on January 26, 2026, in Colville, WA. 

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