Name: Leslie Rice
Age:9
Type: Comic Book Strip
Title: Summer Commiks
Junior Contributors!
Our Junior Contributors section is open to all young people ages 16 and under. Create, write, and snap photos throughout the month, and submit one of your best works of art to the editor to be placed online. Each contributor should include their first name, age, and title of the work.
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Editor – Deer Park Gazette
PO Box 1581
Deer Park, Wa 99006
A state investigation is officially underway into the City of Deer Park for the alleged illegal use of taxpayer resources to promote a $14.6 million school levy. At the center of the probe is a potential conflict of interest, as the School District’s plans to purchase city-owned land in the near future hinge on the levy’s passage.
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.
The City of Deer Park’s new splash pad at Mix Park is set to conclude its first season, having been open for less than a month. With only this weekend left for families to enjoy the new park attraction, time is running out to cool off before it closes to the public.
The Deer Park Gazette posed five questions to city council & mayoral candidates in the upcoming election, including those running unopposed. These questions delve into candidates’ priorities, views, perspectives, approaches, and how personal beliefs have shaped their direction.
A new gaming shop, Wizards Gaming, recently celebrated its grand opening, offering a community-focused space for gamers of all ages. Located in Deer Park, the shop provides a welcoming environment for both casual play and organized events for a variety of games.
The Deer Park Library has reopened this week following a lengthy closure, but with limited services as repairs continue on its HVAC system. With outdoor temperatures still in the 90s, library staff will monitor conditions closely and may close early if indoor heat becomes unsafe.
Check out what a talented junior contributor sent into the Deer Park Gazette.
The glow of ruddy, red-golden apples, juices dripping like honey off a honeycomb.
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