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Bodybuilding great grandmother a true inspiration
A Wenatchee great grandma continues to be an inspiration in the world of health and fitness…. Maggie Rivera grew up in Quincy and now lives in Wenatchee. She recently won a bodybuilding competition in New Jersey at the age of 62…. She competed for the first time 13-years ago and...
Charlotte Independence vs. Spokane Velocity | Watch Saturday’s USL matchup of KSKN 22
SPOKANE, Wash. — The Spokane Velocity will take the pitch again Saturday night when they host the Charlotte Independence at One Spokane Stadium. The Velocity are looking to turn things around after dropping two of their last three games. The Velocity come into Saturday’s game with 14 points, putting...
Work-based learning lets students build their own futures
MOSES LAKE — Work-based learning provides education opportunities for the workforce to receive hands-on training and technical education and prepare themselves to enter various industries. Educators and workforce development professionals from Eastern Washington discussed some the training they offer and the benefits of their programs. Next Generation Zone, an...
TRAVEL SOFTBALL: The North 16U takes second at Summer River Bash
POST FALLS — Bonners Ferry High rising senior Jaydin Falck was 7-for-13 with three extra-base hits and nine RBIs, Thompson Falls High rising senior Sarah Koskela threw a four-inning no-hitter, and The North 16U travel softball team took second place in the silver bracket at the Summer River Bash tournament held July 19-21 at Post Falls High.
Woman files intent to sue Kootenai County Sheriff Robert Norris
KOOTENAI COUNTY, Idaho — A woman has filed an intent to sue the Kootenai County Sheriff. The sheriff is offering a $10,000 reward for help in that potential lawsuit. The sheriff's office put out a statement on Tuesday, offering $10,000 of Sheriff Robert B. Norris' own money to prove he did not make "derogatory statements" about a woman during a campaign event in April.
'Mr. Big Sky': Great Falls native Jon Kasper celebrates 20 years with conference
SPOKANE, Wash. — After months of planning and preparation, the Big Sky Conference Football Kickoff went off without a hitch over the weekend in Spokane. But the day before the event started, the league was hit with a curve ball. A nationwide IT outage affected airline infrastructure and altered...
Washington Pays $15M in Foster Care Abuse Settlement | Centralia Case Exposes Systemic Failures
Centralia, WA – The State of Washington has agreed to a $15 million settlement with three sisters who endured years of sexual abuse at a foster home in Centralia. The abuse, which reportedly spanned from 1990 to 2000, began when the sisters were just four, five, and six years old, continuing until they reached their teenage years. Described by their attorneys as a “compound” with a “cult-like” environment, the foster home housed up to 12 children at times.
Update: Thunderstorms with nickel-sized hail in Northern Blue Mountains of Oregon and Wallowa County Wednesday
An updated report was issued from the National Weather Service on Wednesday at 4:46 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 5 p.m. for Northern Blue Mountains of Oregon and Wallowa County. The storms could bring wind gusts of up to 50 mph and nickel-sized hail (0.88 inches). "At 4:46 p.m., Doppler...
Power may be cut to thousands of people later Wednesday as a safety precaution
BOISE, Idaho — Thousands of people across the Treasure Valley might be without power Wednesday evening. So, no lights, no AC, and no refrigeration on another triple digit day. There's potential for a 'Public Safety Power Shutoff' (PSPS) event, but it's all in hopes of keeping people safe. Idaho...
24-year-old Lewiston man arrested for allegedly raping a 6-year-old
LEWISTON, Idaho – A 24-year-old man from Lewiston was arrested for allegedly raping a 6-year-old child. According to the Lewiston Police Department, detectives were called to a house in Lewiston on the evening of July 23 when a family member of the child walked in and reportedly saw the suspect identified Dakota Hall, 24 allegedly raping the child. Police subsequently interviewed the witness, the child victim and the suspect. Both the child and the witness stated that the man had engaged in lewd conduct.
Eastern Washington women's basketball release full 2024-25 schedule
CHENEY, Wash. — Not long ago the Big Sky Conference released the Eastern Washington women's basketball teams 2024-25 conference schedule. Now, EWU has announced their remaining schedule for their season as they are coming off an impressive last season. During the 2023-24 season, the Eagles made history as they...
Voyeurism lawsuit against Coeur d'Alene surgeon to proceed
COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho — In addition to criminal charges of video voyeurism and sexual exploitation of a child by preparation of sexually exploitative material, Spencer Greendyke, 68, is facing a lawsuit filed by 16 anonymous plaintiffs, including former employees, as well as the spouses and children of the former employees. Greendyke’s wife and medical practice are also named in the lawsuit.
MultiCare Inland Northwest hospitals president stepping down in October
SPOKANE, Wash. – MultiCare Valley Hospital and Deaconess Hospital President Greg Repetti will retire in October. According to MultiCare, Repetti has served as a member of company leadership since 2020 when he assumed the presidency of MultiCare Valley Hospital. “In 2022, he took over leadership of both Valley and...
‘I had tons of support.’ Spokane’s Livestrong helping cancer survivors adapt to normality
SPOKANE, Wash – Livestrong at Spokane’s YMCA is transforming cancer survivors’ lives. The program helps people who have defeated cancer adapt to normality after going through physically and mentally draining treatments. Macie Chambers, Debi Moon and Mary Jo Kester were once all strangers. But Tuesday morning, as...
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