Washington Minimum Wage to Climb to $17.76, Sparking Debate over Rising Costs|Washington’s minimum wage will rise to $17.73 p er hour on Jan. 1, 2027. The increase has sparked debate among workers, ...

Steve Hobbs visited Auditor Lori Larsen and the Stevens County Elections Office on Oct. 6, emphasizing election auditing, ...

Tracey Delyea’s neighborhood Little Free Library has become a community fixture—and recently gained national attention after ...

Hewes Marine Company and the Hewescraft aluminum boat brand will remain locally and family-owned following their sale to longtime executive David Honeycutt and his family. Dave, Bill, and Launa Hewes, ...

Springdale’s Zach Gilman rumbles for 127 yards and four touchdowns against Cusick on Oct. 2. Photo courtesy Elissa Koontz. Springdale football found plenty of offense Friday, Oct. 2; unfortunately for ...

Local Statesman-Examiner reporter Brandon Hansen was honored with a third place finish as part of the Washington Newspaper ...

Newly crowned 2027 Arden Old Timers Rodeo Queen Haidyn Sackman, 16, stands alongside her horse Pistol with a bouquet of flowers following the competition in Colville. Photo courtesy Haidyn Sackman.

Brent Osborn is joining the Valley School District as the new superintendent. Photo courtesy Brent Osborn. Longtime educator Brent Osborn has joined the Valley School District as the new ...

Council Discussed Future Airport Property Acquisition, Downtown Revitalization Efforts and Department Spending as Work Continues on the 2027-28 City Budget The Colville City Council reviewed airport ...

Retiring Stevens County WSU Extension Director Debra Hanson (left) and Innovia Foundation Chief Philanthropy Officer David Sonntag (right) speaking at the Make More Possible reception in Colville, May ...

Council Approves Airport Tractor, Sewer Project Funding While Weighing Recreation Costs and LongTerm Infrastructure Needs Questions surrounding aging infrastructure, recreation affordability, and ...

It’s official: the grouchiest citizen of Kettle Falls is Valerie Hal It’s official: the grouchiest citizen of Kettle Falls is Valerie Hall. The Town Grouch honor was awarded to Hall Friday, June 5, at ...