New school leader takes over at Nespelem

Linda McKay took over as superintendent of Nespelem School District Monday night, being sworn in at the same school board meeting that was Superintendent Effie Dean's last.

McKay, who grew up in Wilbur, told the community on the school's Facebook page earlier this year, "I understand that schools are the heart of the community."

McKay has taught fifth-sixth grade combination classroom, but moved t...