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Stevens County Assessor Al Taylor sent out approximately 28,000 Change of Value notifications to residents of the county on November 28, 2011; 18,500 of the notices reflect increases in assessed values. On December 2, 2011, Mr. Taylor reported in...

Taxpayers may appeal their property value assessments by filing a form with the Board of Equalization. The deadline to file is January 6th. Forms can be obtained from the Assessor's Office by calling 509-684-6161. Stevens County Commissioner Larry...

Rev.  Percy Watkins Featured Speaker At Martin Luther King Jr. Assembly on January 12th   Lakeside High School will be hosting a Martin Luther King Jr. assembly on January 12th in the Gymnasium at 8:15 a.m.  We are excited to announce that for...

Santa Express is a time honored tradition that the Lakeside Cheerleaders have volunteered with for many years. The Lakeside High School Cheer squad spent their Sunday before Christmas bringing cheer...

It was a warm and sunny day, a perfect day for marching in downtown Seattle. Our Lakeside Middle School band and color guard, with a few LHS band members too, had gotten on a charter bus at 3:00 AM on July 5th. We arrived at 8:30 AM and were pumped...

Hi. My name is Kyle Kleyhauer, and since I have stared middle school I have lost about 15 to 20 pounds. Mr. Jim Pettit is my inspiration. He is the person that has physically taught me what I need to be healthy and stay healthy for the rest of my...

1)SCHOOL LUNCH IS THE NEW “MY PLATE”: Out with the old “My Pyramid” and in with the new “My Plate.” A school lunch is already loaded with fruits and veggies that fill half “the Plate.” Go to http://www.choosemyplate.gov/ for more info...

At Lakeside High School we are committed to providing the best possible education to the students of our community. One avenue that we use to provide that education is AP courses. Advanced Placement is a national educational program managed by the...

The new construction and remodeling at Nine Mile Falls Elementary made the entire school an inviting environment, conducive to learning. Well…almost the entire school. One room that didn't quite measure up, to the chagrin of teacher Dawn Toelken,...

As of noon Monday, a local burn ban issued weeks ago is no longer in effect. The Spokane Regional Clean Air Agency has lifted the burn ban on fireplaces and non-certified wood stoves. Outdoor burning can resume as normal. The agency says that it...

On November 20th, Stevens County Cat Care (SCCC) proudly announced they have spayed or neutered 6,011 cats during their six years' of volunteer work. The organization set a personal goal of 6,000 cats by the end of November and was thrilled to...

OLYMPIA - Burn bans will continue until at least 10 a.m., Thursday (Dec. 15, 2011) in seven Eastern Washington counties because stagnant air continues to trap harmful smoke, according to the Washington Department of Ecology (Ecology). Ecology's...

Attention Lakeside basketball community: Ever wonder which era was the greatest in Lakeside basketball history? Well...December 17th is your chance to find out!!! We are excited to announce that we will be holding a boys basketball alumni tournament...

Dear Editor: Imagine you are a 10-year-old child. You finally have the courage to tell someone—your best friend, maybe—of the sexual abuse that has been a secret part of your life for the past few months. Imagine the abuser being your own...

The State of Washington has passed a law requiring all County Offices to transition to annual revaluation programs by 2014, (SSB 5368). Accordingly, Al Taylor, the Stevens County Assessor, announces that assessments have been completed in the 2nd of...

The Lakeside Middle School Book Fair just wrapped up, and according to Library Tech Angela Spencer, $2,543 was sold in books. The school will receive back 60% of the total in Scholastic books, amounting to $1,525. The Book Fairs at the Middle School...

Jim Hayes, a local financial advisor for the financial services firm Edward Jones, invites the community to attend a holiday open house from 3:00-6:00 on Tuesday, December 6th at our Edward Jones Office located in The Plaza at Suncrest next to Pizza...

Suncrest Fitness Center staff and members want to congratulate Matthew Thomas, Hunter Moses and Brandon Hill for their incredible accomplishments at the 33rd Annual International Shotokan Karate Federation's National Karate Championship in Denver...

If you have new or gently used toys you would like to donate for Christmas, please check with the following organizations and help make a child's Christmas wish come true! Some organizations will take new toys only, while others will accept gently...

With winter just around the corner, it is time to be sure our pets that spend time outdoors are ready to cope with the elements here in the Great Northwest. Shelter: All animals should have a dry, draft-free shelter. Not all animals require a heated...

Both Lakeside High School Boys and Girls cross country teams dominated their respective state meet races Saturday, Nov 5th in Pasco, WA to each bring home a 2011 State 1A XC Championship trophy. The...

The Stevens County Democrats will hold their next meeting in the southern end of the county on Monday, November 21st at the Blackstone Homes Clubhouse in Suncrest (Nine Mile Falls). A social time will be held from 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. and the meeting...

Nine Mile Falls Relay For Life 2012 will hold its annual “Kick-Off” celebration on Thursday, November 17th, at Lakeside High School cafeteria. The festivities will begin at 7:00 p.m. Kick-off officially starts our planning for the 2012 Relay....

The Boy Scouts of America Annual Scouting for Food Food drive pickup is November 19. Cub Scouts, along with the Boy Scouts from Troop 19, will be going through the Suncrest area picking up your donations. Please have your donations out at the end of...

Last Wednesday evening, a basketball coaching clinic sponsored by Lake Spokane Youth Sports (LSYS) Basketball was held at Lake Spokane Elementary School, conducted by Bill Bender, the school's...

When we first met Rannon, he was 150 pound mass of Rottweiler muscle. Stocky, with a head the size of a bowling-ball, his appearance alone was intimidating. And then we got to know the real Rannon....

The greater the challenge the sweeter the rewards! The Lakeside Girls Soccer Team knew that this year would be more challenging than last. After placing 3rd in the 1A State last year, the possibility of a state championship weighed on the returners...

The Stevens County Republican Central Committee will meet on Wednesday, November 9th at 6:30 pm to 8 pm. The meeting location will be Lakeside Middle School in Suncrest. The address is 6169 Highway 291. Our agenda will include, Website builder...

FEMA's Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS) Program Office, in close coordination with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), will conduct the first Nationwide EAS Tes...

The Boy Scouts of America Annual Scouting for Food Food drive is coming November 12. Cub Scouts of Pack 91 will be dropping off bags on Nov. 5 and then on Nov 12 from 9 to 11 AM, the Cub Scouts along with the Boy Scouts from Troop 19 will be going...

Nine Mile Falls Relay For Life 2012 will hold its annual “Kick-Off” celebration on Thursday, November 17th, at Lakeside High School cafeteria. The festivities will begin at 7:00 p.m. Kick-off officially starts our planning for the 2012 Relay....

The Lake Spokane Chamber of Commerce met on the Sep. 22, 2011 @ 7:00 PM. It was a successful trial to accommodate those businesses that couldn't be represented at the noontime meetings that we have...

The Washington Department of Ecology (Ecology) is reminding residents of Eastern Washington who live on or near lakes or who visit lakes, to keep children and animals away from blooms of blue-green algae because they can be toxic. When an algal...

Lakeside High School Grad Jenny Munday is staying very busy these days. She is the lead singer for Simon Sez, a very popular local band. On October 13, they played at Northern Quest Casino and have played numerous times at the Coeur d'Alene Casino....

Saturday, October 29th, St. Mary's Presentation Parish in Deer Park will be a flurry of activity as they co-host the 3rd Annual Pumpkin Pacer 5K Costume Race with B & B Physical Therapy of Spokane. All proceeds benefit local area food banks. Prizes...

Stevens County Department of Public Works, Solid Waste Division is holding a FREE composting/vermi-composting workshop to anyone interested. The workshop will be held at the Stevens County Landfill's Administrative Office on November 5th, 2011 from...

After listening to the sheriff's comments at the meeting last Wednesday at the middle school, I'm solidly in favor to the proposed 3/10 % sales tax increase to benefit law enforcement in Stevens County. We cannot afford to reduce the number of...

County Treasurer Sue Harnasch reminds all Stevens County property owners that the second half tax payments for real and personal property taxes are due October 31st. Payments are considered timely if postmarked by October 31st. Interest of 1% will...

The Lake Spokane Parks and Recreation District was established thanks to 70% voter approval November 4, 2008. Through the diligence of the volunteer Parks District Commissioners and in cooperation with the Department of Natural Resources a 40 acre...

Despite the flyers and notifications of the public meeting regarding critical levies up for vote next month, little more than 40 Stevens County residents attended. Even though their numbers were small, those in attendance asked great questions, and...

Games, Candy, Prizes…FUN!!! All kids from preschool to 12 years old are invited to the Annual Community Fall Carnival on Halloween night! With more than 20 game booths that will be giving away over 15,000 pieces of candy, there is something to...

Please contact your state representatives TODAYand ask them not to cut education funding!   An e-mail or quick phone call might not seem like much, but when we ALL contact our representatives, it does have an impact! Call or e-mail today and tell...

I recently read in the Outpost that a community meeting is being held at Lakeside Middle October 12, 2011 at 7 p.m. (TONIGHT). This meeting will address, among other issues, a 1/10th of One PENNY levy being requested by Stevens County Commissioners o...

Avista is writing to update you with the latest information regarding repair and maintenance activities at Nine Mile Dam. In August, we notified you that two of the rubber bladders that control the metal spillway gate sections at the dam were not...

This Thursday, October 13, Lake Spokane Youth Sports Basketball will hold a Drop-In Registration at the Pizza Factory in Suncrest, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. In support of the Drop-In Registration, Pizza Factory is offering a free kids buffet (12...

Hard to believe it is fall already. Each year in September, around the 3rd weekend to be exact, Odessa has its annual Deutschesfest celebration with a parade and other activities. The Clayton Communit...

The last time the county had a meeting in our area on the road signs very few people attended, and the when the signs were installed there was a lot of complaining. The impact on Stevens County and the Nine Mile School District due to budget cuts...

Hello, My name is Monica Meyerhofer. I volunteer at Truth Ministries, a men's homeless shelter on Sprague. The men come in at night, get a hearty meal, time for fellowship and a warm, safe place to sleep at night. The men hold a special place in my...

Lake Spokane Youth Sports Basketball is preparing for another season, and player registration officially starts today, October 5, and closes on October 31. A Drop-In Registration will be held on Thursday, October 13 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at...

Dear Lake Spokane Community: It saddens me to tell you that, due to personal reasons, my family is relocating to the Phoenix, AZ area. I am grateful for the opportunity I have had to get to know many of you and to be your health care provider. Being...