Nespelem opens big, new ball field

People in Nespelem opened up a new ball field Friday, complete with dugouts, fencing all around, bleachers, a tall backstop, and synthetic turf.

The baseball/softball field can also be used for other activities, such as soccer and flag football.

To underscore that point, after speeches concluded, the first game played was a game of kickball with players of all ages. Little bits of black rubber ros...