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COLFAX - Golfers will come across two new critters on the course, as an eagle and a bear become permanent members of the golf course and country club. Golf Course Manager Craig Gronning said that the bear and eagle were carved from two trees they had to cut down. "They were a nuisance and we wanted something unique done to them, so we contacted a guy to do wood carvings in them," he said. The new eagle and bear carvings are located off the number five green, Gronning said, and are done by Aaron...
COLFAX - A group of photographers were excited to get the opportunity to take pictures of F-35 jets flying to Fairchild Air Force Base's Skyfest on Friday, June 21. A local Facebook group "Photography of the Palouse," viewed a post by Farmer and Air Force Reserve Joe Goldsworthy, who farms between Rosalia and Oakesdale, asking if photographers would be interested in taking pictures for his squadron as they flew into Skyfest in Airway Heights on June 21. Endicott resident, Misty Stephens...
By Gazette Reporter COLFAX - The Council on Aging County-Wide Barbecue is coming again next week bringing seniors to Schmuck Park to enjoy burgers, live music and community camaraderie. The barbecue will take place at noon on Thursday, July 11, with a suggested donation of $5. Council on Aging Executive Director Paige Collins said that this is their fifth annual barbecue despite some time skipped during the COVID-19 pandemic. The barbecue will feature the usual lunch, hamburgers and all the...
COLFAX - Construction is underway on the Colfax Downtown Association restaurant incubator project. Colfax resident Trevor Miller has been named as the first occupant, with his restaurant Wild Ember Kitchen. Construction crews are currently working towards an expected completion date of Saturday, July 20, on the former Washingon Federal Bank, located at 102 N. Main Street. Downtown Association Executive Director Whitney Bond said that only two had applied for the incubator project, with one...
COLFAX — Whitman County is receiving approximately $2,506,131.42 through multiple lawsuits filed by Attorney General Bob Ferguson against opioid manufacturers to combat the opioid crisis. According to a press release from the Office of the Attorney General, Ferguson announced Tuesday, June 18, that the state received a $123.24 million lump sum payment from opioid manufacturer Johnson & Johnson. The funds are the latest payments from litigation against companies that fueled the opioid crisis, which must be split evenly between state and local g...
COLFAX — Members of the Save the Palouse not-for-profit group made an appearance at the Whitman County Commissioners workshop Monday, June 24, to voice their concerns with how Commissioners are handling the proposed wind turbine project near Kamiak Butte. Several questions were asked concerning county code and setbacks from the proposed wind turbines and property located nearby. According to Commissioner Art Swannack, the Commissioners are currently in the process of looking at what resident’s concerns were during the April 29 workshops dis...
LACROSSE - Residents and visitors alike appeared in LaCrosse on Friday, June 21, and Saturday, June 22, to celebrate the town's annual Farmer's Festival. Organizer Chelsea Startin said that this year's festival had an amazing turnout. "Turned out better than we thought," she said. Startin said that Friday night the the car cruise and park was held. "We had 37 cars, and way more people," she said, adding that last year had a little under 30 cars last year. The car show started on Main Street,...
On Friday, I had an opportunity to fly aboard a U.S. Air Force KC-135 aircraft and see the demonstration team in action. I was a frequent flyer when I was in college (I choose to go to a college in Illinois). So, when my boss asked if I wanted to try to fly on the massive Air Force plane, I told him that I loved flying. I was excited the opportunity would further my knowledge of military history and would enjoy talking to a veteran crew about their experiences. My mother was in the Air Force as...
COLFAX - With the Fourth of July coming up next week, Whitman County residents are looking forward to several fireworks displays for the family across the county. Boyer Park and Marina will host their 4th of July Music and Fireworks Extravaganza from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Wednesday, July 4, 1753 Granite Road. Live music will be performed by Eric E. At 9:45 p.m., the fireworks display by Rocketman Pyro will begin. ALBION — The annual parade and festivities in observance of the 4th of July will t...
MALDEN - A local veteran was recognized for assisting a veteran's widow in Okanogan County by Congress members during Malden's Town Council on Tuesday, June 11. Veterans aid for Rep. Dan Newhouse Hank Cramer and Veteran's Aide for Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers Doug Huff presented Malden resident Mark Butler letters of appreciation from both members of congress at the town council meeting. In a letter to the town of Malden, Cramer requested a spot on the agenda to recognize Butler for generous...
PULLMAN - County residents opposed to a planned wind turbine development have created the not-for-profit "Save the Palouse" to fight on their behalf. Rick McNanny has been named executive director of the not-for-profit group, which has been in operation for two months. "We are not anti-wind turbine," McNanny said, noting members just think Kamiak Butte is not an appropriate place to erect them. The Save the Palouse website says the group has three initiatives: • Advocate for the preservation o...
COLFAX — The Church of the Nazarene is hosting a presentation on volunteer work that the Pukalani Church of the Nazarene has done in Maui, Hawaii. The presentation will take place at 6 p.m. on Sunday, June 16, at the Colfax Church of the Nazarene, 1103 North Morton Street. Organizer Dylan Nails will give updates on everything that is going on. “We’re currently building housing,” Nails said, noting that they are trying to build as many as they can to fight the housing crisis in Maui. “We have got a lot of support from Whitman County as a whol...
PALOUSE — The Bank Left Gallery is hosting an opening reception this weekend from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, June 22, featuring the work of artist Daniel Kiessling. Kiessling was a Washington State University Alumnus and Pullman artist who passed away Jan. 17, 2024. “This talented and gifted artist was taken away from us too soon,” said Gallery owner Nelson Duran, “Now his art legacy and talent live on through his paintings.” Bank Left Gallery will be featuring approximately 1,000 curated works ranging from painting of the Palouse t...
MOSCOW — The Palouse Writers Guild is announcing the winners of the Palouse Writers Guild annual writing contests this Saturday, June 22, with their fifth annual Books and Brews event. The event will start at 4 p.m., closing at 6 p.m., with an announcement of the winners of the writing contests at the 1912 Center, 412 East 3rd Street, in Moscow. The free family-friend event will feature twelve participating authors willing to meet the public and autograph books. Participating authors include Annette Pimentel, Cathay Reta, Chris Bieker, C...
COLFAX - Chamber members, business owners and residents gathered at the Cellar to network for the June Colfax Chamber of Commerce mixer on Thursday, June 13. The event started out with people trickling into the Cellar, grabbing a drink and gathering a plate food from the tables while mingling. "It's a good event. Different people here than the last one," said Chamber President Gary Young. Before a game of business Bingo kicked off, Young thanked all those who attended for being there and listed...
PULLMAN — Whitman County hosted the 118th Washington State Association of County Clerks (WSACC) summer conference for the first time this year. The summer conference took place Tuesday, June 18, through tomorrow Friday, June 21, in Pullman. The conference brings elected clerks from each of the 39 counties for a week of education and networking and were able to explore the highlights of the Palouse after hours. “Clerks are challenged each year to remain up to date on newly passed legislation that impacts the state’s Superior Courts, Clerk...
COLFAX — The City Council held its monthly city council meeting Monday, June 17, discussing the good of the city, chicken ordinance, department updates and public comment about road issues. During discussion of the good of the city, City Administrator Chris Mathis said that the Association had their national check-in this month. “They’re doing really well compared to a lot of Main Street association all across the United States,” Mathis said. Mayor Jim Retzer agreed that it was good to hear how the downtown association was coming along....
COLFAX — A solar farm project proposed to the Whitman County Planning Commission in December of last year stopped advancing in May of this year. The solar and energy storage project through Vesper Energy, was titled Daystar Renewable Energy and was a 560-acre, 100-megawatt solar farm, with lithium-ion battery storage for five to ten acres. Vesper Energy Community Affairs Manager Alex Rohr said that the project will no longer being advancing in Whitman County. “Utility-scale energy projects require years of research and planning to det...
COLTON - A fire started at Nisqually John Landing was completely contained the morning of Sunday, June 16, with no structures lost. According to a final update from Sunday, June 16, all roads were opened and Snake River was opened. Firefighters were called to battle a canyon fire on Wawawai Road near Nisqually John Landing at approximately 8:38 a.m., Friday, June 14, approximately 7 miles southwest of the town of Colton. According to a press release from the State Fire Marshall's Office, state...
COLFAX - Plans for the possible development of a proposed wind turbine farm project Harvest Hills near Kamiak Butte are moving forward, with pushback from Whitman County residents. Harvest Hills Project Director Shane Roche said that the project is on track and the company plans to submit their application for permit to the county at the end of this year or the beginning of 2025. "We are excited to protect and preserve family farms, ensure that Whitman County becomes prosperous and work with...
COLFAX — Graduated high school seniors across the county worked hard to apply for schools and plan their upcoming future steps receiving several scholarships to achieve their goals. Colfax graduate John Bodey received the American Legion Scholarship for $1,000. Scholarships received by Colfax graduate Paige Claassen included a Colfax Thrifty Grandmother’s Scholarship for $1,000, Robert Jolin Osborne Scholarship for $2,000, and the Steve Luther Scholarship for $500. Hailey Demler received the Colfax Masonic Lodge Scholarship for $500, an Eas...
COLFAX - The Port of Whitman County held its annual Snake River Family Festival Saturday, June 8, boasting the biggest crowd they have ever seen, according to Port Commissioners Karl Webber and Tom Kammerzell. Despite an extremely hot day, residents of Whitman County gathered at the river to explore multiple booths hosted by local companies. "Wildly fantastic day," said Kammerzell, adding that it really means something when so many people show up because they had to travel down to the river for...
COLFAX - William (Bill) Rodgers, 84, and his wife Julia met in the Navy. Born in Colfax, Mr. Rodgers went into the service in 1957, serving for four years in the Navy in Japan, China, and the Philipines as a mechanic. "My dad was Navy, and it looked to me like a good deal," he said, "I didn't have to get out and wade around in the mud you know." Rodgers said his job was to work on the ship, "What would you call it mother?" he asked Julia, "She does more of the memories than I do," he said. "I th...
PALOUSE — The Palouse Conservation District has several upcoming field tours coming up. The District will host a Soil Health and Cropping Systems tour from 8 a.m. to noon on Monday, June 24. The Conservation District is teaming up with the University of Idaho Extension for the tour with local producers sharing insights from cover cropping, integration of livestock in small grains rotations and winter wheat variety trials. The tour begins four miles south of Uniontown, and will conclude six miles northeast of Genesee, Idaho. The four tour l...
COLFAX — The Port of Whitman Commissioners approved a fiber build contract award to move forward with bringing high-speed fiber internet to Port of Whitman Business Air Center. The project is slated for completion by September and will bring high-speed fiber internet to the businesses and tenants of the Business Air Center. During the Port of Whitman Commissioners regular meeting on Monday, June 3, the bid went to the lowest bidder, Summit Utility Contractors LLC for approximately $78,500. Fiber will be constructed as Fiber-to-the-Premises, w...
