
Big Plans For City Hall, Maybe
City Hall has not seen substantial modifications in many years. Two possible plans or the option of doing nothing have been in discussion. However, the big question remains, what is the value of history?

City Hall has not seen substantial modifications in many years. Two possible plans or the option of doing nothing have been in discussion. However, the big question remains, what is the value of history?

The Stevens County Sheriff’s Office has issued an urgent message to residents in the vicinity of the 7600 block of Highway 291, advising them to shelter in place and lock their doors due to an ongoing police action. The situation has led to heavy police activity in the area, and residents are urged to avoid the area until further notice.

Seven young ladies competed for the title of Miss Deer Park and $14,200 in scholarships. Elizabeth Fausti took the crown and $6,600 in scholarships, but all the contestants deserve recognition for their impressive performances.

Deer Park Home Link recently held their annual writing contest. Students from 3rd – 12th grade participated in writing short narratives.

I am deeply honored and grateful to have been selected as Deer Park School District’s next superintendent by our Board of Directors. After serving Deer Park’s students, staff, and community for the past two years, I have learned how truly special our community is and look forward to continuing our journey together.

Dr. Alexa Allman has been unanimously chosen by the Deer Park School District’s Board of Directors as the next superintendent. She will replace the outgoing Travis Hanson, who is moving to the Mead School District.

The power provided by Avista in the Deer Park and Clayton areas went down at about 11:09am. According to the Avista website, they are identifying and scheduling resources to restore power as quickly and safely as possible.

Sometimes, something dramatic can shake people and institutions out of their complacency. Such was the case two summers ago when a group of extortionists stole data from the owners and operators of a critical American fuel pipeline. The hackers, calling themselves DarkSide and believed to be operating from eastern Europe, used malware to encrypt Colonial Pipeline’s data, then demanded payment before they would release it.

Today is Roundabout Appreciation Day! Yes, you read that right. It’s a day to celebrate and show love to those circular junctions that often leave drivers feeling a bit dizzy and confused.

Two males have been released after being arrested for a domestic violence incident turned hostage situation in Deer Park. The suspects refused to release four young children.