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July 21, 2026

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Breaking News notice from Stevens County Public Works.

Staff Reports

June 30, 2026

ROAD CLOSURE ALERT – JOHNSON GRADE ROAD

3-on-3 Tournament Returns To Downtown Chewelah
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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.

Colville Valley Swim Club Places Second at Home
Colville Valley Swim Club Places Second at Home

Brandon Hansen

July 22, 2026

The Colville Valley Swim Club placed second overall during its home invitational meet July 11-12.

Air Quality Reaches Hazardous Areas
Air Quality Reaches Hazardous Areas

Brandon Hansen

July 22, 2026

Smoke from the rapidly expanding Kaiser Canyon Fire and Modrite Fire is contributing to poor air quality and hazy conditions across portions of Northeast Washington as hundreds of firefighters work to protect the town of Nespelem and surrounding communities.

Vehicle Causes Power Outage at Golf Course
Vehicle Causes Power Outage at Golf Course

Brandon Hansen

July 22, 2026

The Chewelah Golf and Country Club and hundreds of surrounding residents farther up Sand Canyon Road lost power Saturday, July 19.

Teeing Up Opportunities for Local Youth
Teeing Up Opportunities for Local Youth

Jasmine Ryant

July 22, 2026

Opie-Cox Tournament Raises More Than $25,000 To Support Stevens County Children While Honoring the Legacies of John Ochs and Steve Cox

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New Candidate Announces Write-in Campaign For Stevens County Commissioner

Brandon Hansen

July 22, 2026

Gary Roach has announced a write-in campaign for the Stevens County Board of Commissioners District 2 position.

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Judge Denies Auditor’s Temporary Protection-order Request

Brandon Hansen

July 22, 2026

A judge from Adams County has denied Stevens County Auditor Lori Larsen’s request for a temporary anti-stalking protection order against Stevens County Commissioner Mark Burrows, ruling that the petition did not establish the legal basis for issuing the order.

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07/20 TENTATIVE AGENDA – FERRY COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Staff Reports

July 16, 2026

TENTATIVE AGENDA – FERRY COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

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07/20 TENTATIVE AGENDA – BOARD OF STEVENS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS (BOCC)

Staff Reports

July 16, 2026

TENTATIVE AGENDA – BOARD OF STEVENS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS (BOCC)

Colville Couple Launches Pressure Washing Business With Community in Mind

Isidora Patrick

July 22, 2026

Jason and Heather Foster Balance Full-time Careers While Building Pressure’s On as a Future Family Business Rooted in Local Service

Nine Mile Mercantile Aims to Become Community Gathering Place

Sandi Strickland

July 22, 2026

Residents of the Nine Mile area will soon have a new place to shop local, discover handmade goods, and connect with neighbors when 9 Mile Mercantile celebrates its planned grand opening Aug. 7 and 8.

Lifelong Love of Soup Inspires New Food Truck

Brandon Hansen

July 15, 2026

A childhood love of soup has grown into a new business venture for Inchelium teacher and Chewelah resident Mary Ludwig, who is preparing to begin serving homemade soups from Mary’s Food Truck.

Kettle Falls Restaurant Little Gallea Celebrates 50 Years

Harmony Perisse

June 24, 2026

Little Gallea, located at 345 W. 3rd Ave in Kettle Falls, celebrates 50 years of serving the community this month.

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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.

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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!

Jul 22, 2026

William (Bill) B. Davis

Apr 11, 1941

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June 25, 2026

William B. (Bill) Davis, 85, passed away June 25, 2026, in Colville, Washington.

Robert James Olmstead

Dec 3, 1946

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July 16, 2026

Robert James Olmstead, 79, passed away the afternoon of July 16, 2026, peacefully surrounded by family after a long battle with bone cancer that turned aggressive in the final month.

Joyce Elaine Bishop

Feb 24, 1953

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July 8, 2026

Joyce Elaine Bishop, age 73, a resident of Colville, WA, passed away on July 8, 2026 in Colville.

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