Dear Citizens of Spokane County Fire District 4:
I would like to take this opportunity to thank the community for your tremendous support during our recent Levy election. The passing of this measure will allow us to maintain your firefighting fleet; fire stations; and continue to look for innovative and efficient ways to staff the stations in order to respond to your call for service.
Sincerely,
Bill Neckels
Fire Chief
Spokane County Fire District 4
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.
Deer Park Fire Department’s fleet has a powerful new tool which will provide faster response times and increased reach to emergency scenes across the district. Improved local preparedness levels are anticipated because Ladder 41 is an addition to the area, which has the potential for homeowners’ insurance savings.
With a heavy heart we announce the death of our beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin and dear friend Susan G. Robideaux Emry. Susan was born April 18th, 1953, in Spokane, WA, to William and Reubie Robideaux. She went to join the Lord peacefully, in her sleep on August 5th, 2024, at her cherished home on Reflection Lake in Elk, WA. Susan grew up and rivaled her feisty, fun-loving, 5 brothers in Spokane, WA, where they performed musical skits for family friends. She attended Marycliff and Mead High Schools. She met her future husband, Brian (Bud) Emry, at a party and was instantly charmed when he tuned his harmonica in orange soda. Bud, in turn, was captivated by Susan’s party trick – reciting Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious backwards.
The Deer Park City Council has voted to settle a dispute with Halme Construction over the city’s aeration lagoon project. The decision was made during a special City Council meeting on August 27, where city leaders chose mediation over litigation to resolve the matter.
Local organizations are partnering to bring a free community health fair to Deer Park next month. The event aims to provide residents with easy access to essential health screenings and resources, all in one convenient location.
The new Loon Lake Library building is transforming how residents use their local library. With more than four times the space of the old location, the library now accommodates larger programs, community gatherings, and remote work needs. Local fundraising and a variety of partnerships made the expansion possible.
Want to see what made Deer Park’s 2025 Settlers Day unforgettable? Our slideshow captures all the highlights, from marching bands and local royalty to class reunions and a live VFW tribute you won’t want to miss.
As past Fire Chiefs of Spokane County Fire District 4 spanning the past 30 plus years, we strongly support the reelection of Roger Krieger for Fire District Four (4) Fire Commissioner.
Having worked with and for Commissioner Krieger we have personally witnessed and have firsthand knowledge of Commissioner Krieger’s professional behavior, leadership proficiency and dedication to his community.
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