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SPRINGDALE, WASHINGTON PRO-WEST RODEO “3rd Weekend in July” Website

Independent -Chewelah's Hometown Newspaper Phone 1509 935-8422

Publisher: Jared Arnold, Editor: Lew Arnold. The Independent is the official newspaper for the City of Chewelah, Town of Springdale, and Stevens County.

Email theindependent@centurytel.net

CAMBRIDGE BOOKS RELEASES THE SECOND MR. PISH BOOK

Mr. Pish’s Woodland Adventure Makes Learning about the Outdoors Fun

Cambridge Books has just released Mr. Pish’s Woodland Adventure, a new educational children’s book by K. S. Brooks. It is currently available on Amazon.com and will become available through bookstores and other online venues soon.

Mr. Pish’s Woodland Adventure is a unique children’s book which follows the adorable Jack Russell Terrier as he explores a forest. The book features full-color photographs, most of which were taken in Stevens County , designed to entertain and teach children about their natural environment. The book trailer video was filmed entirely on location in Chewelah.

Teachers across the country are already excited about Mr. Pish’s Woodland Adventure, hailing it as a valuable educational tool. Ladell Black, founder of the Kapka Cooperative Primary School in Seattle says “Mr. Pish leads us on a fun outdoor exploration, one which children, parents and teachers can enjoy over and over again.”

Mr. Pish has had a hectic 2011, going on the road to promote outdoor learning and literacy to 31 States, Washington DC , and 4 Provinces of Canada, as well as appearing on morning news shows in Birmingham , Alabama and Spokane , Washington . He was selected by FIDO Friendly Magazine as one of the top 50 in the world of dogs for their celebratory 50th issue (July/August 2011), and his Facebook page has garnered fans from all over the world.

A portion of the profits from Mr. Pish’s Woodland Adventure will benefit the Arbor Day Foundation’s Nature Explore program, a comprehensive, research-based initiative helping children and families develop a profound engagement with the natural world, where nature is an integral, joyful part of children’s daily learning. More information about Mr. Pish’s Woodland Adventure and author K. S. Brooks is available at www.MrPish.com.

Loon Lake, WA. Food Bank & Resource Center website

The name of the Food Bank was officially changed from the Loon Lake Food Pantry & Resource Center to the Loon Lake Food Bank & Resource Center. This reflects the true function of the Loon Lake facility, which serves as a distribution point for other locations and organizations in addition to the distribution of food to local residents. It also functions as a resource center for local residents in the areas of energy, telephone, low income, and prescription drug assistance; the Medicare, disability, social security and Medicaid process; basic food program, kid’s health insurance, SHIBA (State Health Insurance Benefits Advisors); and food stamps.

Gold Line Bus Service to Spokane is now a reality. For tickets call 1-888-739-5395 or go online to www.gold-line.us. Gold Line is announcing the sale of a Monthly Pass for $100.

Our new stop in Loon Lake is the Lakeside Motel, 3849 3rd Avenue in Loon Lake, Wa.

Northeast Washington Area Arts Council Gallery in Colville located at 260 North Oak Street in Colville and open Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. They provide an unusual overview of the creative energy tucked away in the northeastern corner of Washington State.

See the website for more information, or call Gina Greenwood at 675-1924.

Colville Pet Refuge Please visit us at www.colvillepetrefuge.com if you have any pet products to donate, or please call: 509-684-1475 and ask for Nancy or Heather. We also need volunteers, and sure would love to find homes for our dogs. All dogs are spayed or neutered. Individuals who would like to adopt a dog should contact Mary at (509) 732-4126, or Kathy Schultz at (509) 684-6854 or Diana at (509) 684-1475 or email Cash donations are always appreciated too! Contact the shelter at: Colville Pet Refuge, 1250 N. Hwy 395, PMB 266, Colville, WA 99114. Colville Pet Refuge is a 501 C 3 non-profit organization.

Dog Talk Lisa Lucas, certified pet dog trainer (CPDT) website

Advice for Training People How to be Dog’s Best Friend

Email to huskysong5@qwest.net.

Family Support Center of Stevens County Website - “A 24-hour help line “ If you or someone you know is in an abusive situation, or if you have been a victim of any other crime, you are not alone! Rural Resources Family Support Center serves more than 350 new victims of crime each year in Stevens County, helping them and their families find the safety and support they need to recover and move forward. All our services are free and confidential. Free and confidential services 509-684-6139 or toll free (866) 373-6627 (Toll free unavailable from a cell phone) A 24-hour help line where trained volunteers and staff are ready to help all victims of crime every hour of the day, every day of the year Temporary safe shelter for domestic violence victims Crisis intervention with trained staff and volunteers who can listen and care, assist with safety planning, and help with options and resources Information about and referral to other services, such as legal or financial assistance, counseling, housing, employment and medical resources Assistance with court orders to help victims gain legal protection by filing restraining orders. Community education and training to prevent domestic violence, sexual assault or other crimes. Help yourself. Help your family. Read our latest newsletters! To learn how you can help yourself and others. or to learn the warning signs of a batterer.

The Woodland Theater Colville, WA is a community theater hosting a musical each March and a play in the fall and musical concerts in the spring and winter. Call for information. 509-738-6626 or visit our website www.woodlandproductions.org

The Panorama Gem and Mineral Club Website

Rock hounds and interested parties are welcome. Phone 509-684-8887

The Heritage Network ~ Website

The Heritage Network is comprised of museums, historical & genealogical societies, tourism groups, businesses and individuals and it strives to improve the awareness of historical characteristics of its membership and their representative communities.

Truckin’ With Bubba and I Ain’t Bubba -read the whole article

Local Waitts Lake resident and author Hal Howard announces the publication of his book,

Truckin’ With Bubba and I Ain’t Bubba, , a humorous account of his experiences on the road teaching others how to drive a big rig and earn a Class A Commercial Drivers License. Hal spent the last five years of his twelve year trucking career as an instructor in the Prime School of Driving operated by Prime, Inc., of Springfield, Missouri, one of America’s largest long haul trucking companies. He earned its prestigious Instructor of the Year award in 2007 before retiring to Waitts Lake to write.

What was your initial reaction to the book getting published?

Answer: It was a bit euphoric like when I passed the bar exam a long difficult task had been accomplished. I always wanted to be a writer. I guess the lesson to be learned is, if you work hard enough and live long enough, your fantasies may come true. HAROLD L.(Hal) HOWARD (509) 937 4278

Email: halhwrd@gmail.com

The U.S. Postal Service -To celebrate and help draw attention to these unsung kings of the sky, the U.S. Postal Service will issue a stunning set of three-ounce rate stamps by featuring bird portraits by illustrator Robert Giusti.

Appearing from the neck up will be the northern goshawk (Accipiter gentilis), peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus), golden eagle (Aquila chrysaetos), osprey (Pandion haliaetus), and northern harrier (Circus cyaneus).

You’re not likely to see them at the bird feeder, but predatory birds, sometimes called raptors, are among the most breathtaking winged animals you’re likely to encounter in the wild.

Unlike many of their more delicate relatives, birds of prey are carnivorous and use their powerful talons to capture prey. Their exceptionally keen eyesight allows them to see small objects in detail, even from a great distance. As predators high on the food chain, raptors play an important role in maintaining the balance of nature.

Because they require vast tracts of land for successful hunting and nesting, human development is a large threat to the over 500 species of birds of prey. Loss of habitat means that surviving birds must hunt and build their nests closer to human populations where ATVs, pesticides, landfills and poaching post even greater threats.

Smokey the Bear Get your grove on! Only you can prevent Wildfires website

Farmers Markets Country Fairs Rodeos website

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Stevens County Cat Care - Website

Cat Spay & Neuter Clinic 935-MEOW (935-6369)

(FYI) March 27th was just an extra special day. It was a rainy Sunday in Springdale at the Camas Valley Grange. And although the number, 106, may have been our smallest clinic thus far this year, it was at this little community, where we’ve been numerous times before, that we fixed our 5,000th cat! Miss 5000th Kitty was a pretty little Siamese mix belonging to Stevens County Fire Fighter, Tom Brown. We are unsure if she actually enjoyed her stay with us or not, but we all agreed that her future looks more pleasant for both herself and her owners now that she is no longer able to reproduce. The celebration didn’t last long as the volunteers and veterinarians enjoyed a quick piece of cake and set to work on the 5,001st cat.

Here’s to the next 5,000! Newsletter & Pictures

Luke's BBQ

Loon Lake, WA.

Comedy Shows,

Live Music, Car Shows.

Phone 509-233-9114

3998 Cedar St.

Loon Lake, WA.

See there advertizing at the Loon Lake Chamber of Commerce businesses

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Deer Park

Liquor & Wine has a

UPS Outlet Shipping, Packaging, Drop Off -

Phone 276-5959

We will receive packages & hold for you to pick up. Inside of the Deer Park Liquor & Wine next to Hagen’s Hardware. Our address is 511 S. Main .. Open 7 days a week. Mon. -Thurs. 10am.-7pm. Weekends 10am.-8pm.