Welcome Main Street Market Upscale Resale

A new store is open in Deer Park at 31 North Main Street! Main Street Market opened its doors the beginning of May and held their grand opening on June 21st and 22nd. They had a silent auction with over 40 gift baskets and gift certificates from local businesses in the Deer Park area.

Main Street Market is an “upscale resale” thrift store selling books, kid’s items, housewares, clothing, furniture, collectibles, and antiques. Christina Battles, Main Street Market’s manager, said she “enjoys the all new spacious interior.” Battles, with 10 years of thrift store retail experience, has been busy organizing the store while creating great deals for the community.

Main Street Market was renovated to create a clean, bright, and inviting atmosphere that provides an easily accessible shopping experience. When asked about her favorite part of working at Main Street Market, Battles replied: “I love working at a great store that helps people find affordable items while giving kids in our community a place to learn and try new things.”

Main Street Market supports the Renner Education and Art Development (READ) Center, a nonprofit offering GED preparation, kid’s programs, and art as therapy, “giving people a hand up” through education. Upcoming events at the READ center include Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics, (STEAM) summer day camps for kids grades 1-9. For more information, visit them on Facebook at facebook.com/READCenterDeerPark, or call 509-220-3992.

Come check them out for yourself! Tuesday is senior day with a 20% discount for seniors 55 and older. You can also find Main Street Market on Facebook for daily deals. Main Street Market, a nonprofit organization, is accepting donations of gently used items. Each time you donate, you will receive a coupon for 20% off one item. Support these causes by volunteering or donating today!

Christina Battles, Main Street, Main Street Market, READ Center and Boutique

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New Midway Market Opens Along Highway 395

July 31, 2026

Shoppers traveling along the Highway 395 corridor now have a new grocery and fueling option in Colbert following the soft launch of Midway Market last weekend. The 18,000-square-foot facility houses ten specialty departments, including an artisan bakery, full-service meat counter, and an on-site coffee roastery. Management is preparing for an official grand opening event on August 5 to showcase the full operation to the community.

In Memory of Don/Donnie Gilmore

July 18, 2026

Donald “Donnie” Eugene Gilmore of Deer Park, Washington, passed away on June 12, 2026, at the age of 73. He was born in Spokane, Washington, on August 22, 1952. In 1973, Don enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and served on active duty for two years. In 1983, he graduated with a degree in education from Eastern Washington University. Don was a beloved teacher at Springdale Elementary for 25 years. He even got to teach his two sons when they were in the fifth grade (much to their chagrin!). He retired in 2015. Don was married to Denise
Wurz (Lesmeister) from 1983 to 1995.

US 395 Lanes Reopened After Collision Near Monroe Road

June 16, 2026

A traffic collision at the intersection of North US Highway 395 and West Monroe Road temporarily blocked northbound traffic. Emergency crews, including multiple fire units and ambulances, responded to the scene to treat individuals and manage traffic flow. All lanes have since been cleared and reopened to regular traffic.

Roberta Anne Cade

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Roberta A. Cade, 81, of Deer Park, Washington, passed away on April 19, 2026. Roberta was the oldest of eight siblings, a role she carried with strength, care, and a deep sense of responsibility throughout her life. She will be remembered for her kindness, resilience, and for giving so freely to her friends and family.

Deer Park Kicks Off Summer With Packed Weekend

June 12, 2026

Deer Park area residents can look forward to a busy weekend filled with community events, fundraisers, and live entertainment starting this Friday. Activities ranging from a downtown block party to a charity golf tournament offer something for every member of the family. The multi-day lineup includes local businesses, musicians, and charitable organizations working together to welcome the summer season.

Luitgard Margrete Griffin

June 8, 2026

One of a kind is what most people stated about Luitgard (Margaret), and that is truly what she was! She was born in Bamberg, Germany, to Johann and Betty Wagner, as the second child. She had an older brother, Hans, and a younger sister, Elfriede.

Luitgard was trained as a seamstress in school and worked making men’s suits, among other things. She met the love of her life, Albert Leroy Griffin, in 1951, and they were married on December 6th, 1952.

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US-395 Reopened Following Motorcycle & Pickup Collision

Traffic is moving again on US-395, but the investigation into today’s serious motorcycle crash is far from over.

As of 5pm today, all lanes of US-395 have been reopened to traffic. Earlier today, a serious collision involving a motorcycle and a white pickup truck at the intersection of Highway 395 and H Street, which is near Henery Hardware, forced a complete closure of the highway, resulting in significant gridlock through the heart of Deer Park.

March 18, 2026

Fire At Sculley’s Auto Quickly Extinguished

Fire erupted from a van parked in front of Sculley’s on Monday. A quick response by Spokane County Fire District #4 crews prevented a vehicle fire from spreading to the structure. Traffic was blocked on A Street for a short time while crews worked on the fire.

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