Drivers sustain minor injuries in highway crashes

Allen D. Roberts, 67, St. John, sustained minor injuries, and Eric J. Heavens, 41, sustained seat belt abrasions Jan. 5 when the 2004 Ford Ranger pickup truck Roberts was driving slid into the ditch along Highway 272 just east of Palouse. According to the Washington State Patrol report, Roberts was driving westbound at 5:10 p.m. and lost control of the truck on a curve. The pickup slid sideways into the ditch on the westbound side of the highway.

Shirley M. Kinch, 54, Washtucna, sustained bumps and bruises Jan. 3 when she lost control of a 2003 Toyota Highlander on Highway 26 east of LaCrosse....