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Staff Reports
June 30, 2026
ROAD CLOSURE ALERT – JOHNSON GRADE ROAD
Courtzite 3-on-3 will return to downtown Chewelah and will feature more than a dozen courts and several different age divisions for teams to play in. Photo courtesy Courtzite 3-on-3.
Brandon Hansen
July 15, 2026
Downtown Chewelah will be transformed into a street basketball venue July 25 as Courtzite 3-on-3 returns.
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July 22, 2026
Mary Ikagawa
Colville
A vote cast for a Republican or a Democrat is a vote for corruption. The reps in these two parties ignore what voters clearly say they want, and instead represent the billionaire parasite class. Both Democrats and Republicans in D.C. funnel our national wealth to the ruthless, amoral people who destroy our economy, America’s relationships with other nations, and the lives of countless people around the world. And the lies – aren’t you sick of the endless, blatant lies? The primaries are the best opportunity to get rid of candidates who don’t represent your interests. Vote in primaries, vote against corruption, vote independent. And for heaven’s sake, abandon the media outlets that exist to turn Americans against each other instead of against the real threat – the ultra-wealthy
Births
Lincoln George Doyon was born on April 14, 2026, to parents Erika George and Samual Doyon of Loon Lake, Wash. He weighed 6 pounds, 14 ounces at birth, and has one brother, Lewis, age 13. His maternal grandparents are Mike and Shelly George of Kettle Falls, Wash. His paternal grandparents are Greg and Juanita Doyon of Spanaway, Wash.
Births
Paisley Starr Bair was born on April 17, 2026, to parents Mya and Issac Baior of Kettle Falls, Wash. She weighed 7 pounds, 9 ounces at birth. Her maternal grandparents are Kerri and Tyler Edwards of Kettle Falls, Wash. Her paternal grandparents are Marcy and Issac Bair of Kettle Falls, Wash. Her maternal great-grandparents are Steve and Irene Horter of Alimira, Wash., and Kim and Sue Edwards of Kettle Falls, Wash. Her paternal great-grandparent is Margarita Kingsburg of Flat Creek, Wash.
Births
Kysen Ray VanQuekelberg was born on March 17, 2026, to parents Abigail Lembcke and Brock VanQuekelberg of Colville, Wash. He weighed 7 pounds, 6 ounces at birth, and has one brother, Kane VanQuekelberg, age 1. His maternal grandparents are Del and Michele Lembcke of Colville, Wash. His paternal grandparent is Tammie VanQuekelberg of Spokane, Wash.
210 - Yard Sales & Auctions
Calling all yardsalians! Come check out an eclectic estate sale. 845 East 1st Ave. Colville 25/26/27 of June, 9am - 5pm follow the signs. Something for everyone.
Jun 24, 2026
210 - Yard Sales & Auctions
Multi Family Garage Sale. 1610 Merlin Way (off Nichols Rd, Highway 25 South) Saturday, July 18. 8:00 - 2:00. Tools, houseware, small appliances. No early birds please.
Jul 15, 2026
200 - Residential Rental
QUIET 1 BEDROOM apartment. 164 South Main, Colville. No smoking, no pets, $550/month $550/security deposit, W/S included. For quiet responsible person only. Available August 1st. 509-732-6264 or 509-675-9815
Jul 22, 2026
200 - Residential Rental
Taking applications for modern Colville duplex. $1375, month water, sewer, lawncare, snow removal included. Good credit & references to qualify 509- 675-8384
Jul 8, 2026
200 - Residential Rental
PRIVATE QUIET RV Lot north of Kettle Falls. Full hookups, garbage service, easy access. Graveled stie. 40x16. $500/ month. 719-849-1879.
Jun 24, 2026
210 - Yard Sales & Auctions
Estate sale Friday and Saturday 9am - 3pm. Everything goes, all furniture, bring trailer, bring money. 1351 Pondarossa Dr, Kettle Falls.
Jul 22, 2026
200 - Residential Rental
One bedroom apartment. WSG paid. Second floor, peacefull. $875 a month, first, last and deposit. On-site laundry. Leave message 509-685-0247.
Jul 1, 2026
210 - Yard Sales & Auctions
Calling all Yardsalians, come check out an eclectic yard sale at 845 E. 1st Ave., July 23-24- 25, 9am to 5pm, new inventory, something for everyone!
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