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NOTICE OF DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE (DNS) The Whitman County Planning Office issued a Determination of Nonsignificance (DNS) under the State Environmental Policy Act Rules (Chapter 197-11 WAC) for the following project: Gary and Lucinda Held are applying for a conditional use permit to operate a wedding and event venue business on their four-acre parcel. A 1,200 square-foot, two-story barn will be for wedding parties. The property is located near Johnson at 1851 Chambers Road, Colton, WA, in Section 4, Township 13, Range 45 E. W.M.,...
Joan Lee Oliver Joan Lee Oliver, 85, a member of the Colfax High School class of 1944 who was a teacher in the Phoenix area for many years, died Dec. 29, 2011, at a home hospice in Phoenix. A memorial service was Jan. 4, at 1:30 p.m. The family suggests donations go to Hospice of the Valley. She was the daughter of George and Margaret Lee of Colfax. Mr. Lee was a partner in the former Perry & Lee Clothiers store in Colfax. After graduating at Colfax, she earned an undergraduate degree at Washington State College and a masters degree in educatio... Full story
8 years ago January 21, 1887 The Chinese of this city are preparing to celebrate the advent of their new year, which begins Saturday night at 12 o’clock. Firecrackers play an important part in this celebration which lasts several days. Spokane and Palouse branch railroad surveyors ran a preliminary line through town Monday, selecting the Mill or back street route, passing in the rear of the public school building, crossing the South Palouse a few rods above the Cooper Lake bridge and continuing up Spring Flat on the hillside, thus securing a... Full story
Troll, Hadassah Brooke, was born Jan. 4, 2012, at six pounds, 12 ounces, to Ryan and Rebekah Troll of Pullman. Paternal grandparents are Curtis and Carol Troll of Pullman. Maternal grandparents are Dan and LeAnn Robertson of Moscow. This is the couple’s first child. Hargrave, Kennedy Violet, was born Jan. 5, 2012, at six pounds, 15 ounces, to Jennifer and Todd Hargrave of Colfax. Paternal grandparents are Tammie Hargrave of Federal Way and Scott Lansberry of Medford, Ore. Maternal grandparents are Lori Paluck of Loon Lake and Scott Paluck of L... Full story
Dear Savvy Senior, Do airlines still provide discounts to seniors on their airfares? My husband and I are retired and like to travel and are wondering which airlines offer the best discounts to budget conscious seniors. Frugal Travelers Dear Travelers, While senior airfare discounts are not nearly as common as they used to be, there are a handful of carriers that still offer them. Here’s a rundown of the different airlines that are currently offering senior airfares, along with some tips to help you find the best deals. Senior-Friendly Skies T...
Termite Troubles Q: What do I need to look for when checking around my house for termites? — Jason in Tampa, Fla. A: Inspecting your home for termite infestation on a regular basis can make a big difference in the amount you’d have to pay to eradicate them, should there be a problem. Most homeowners aren’t able to decisively confirm that a termite infestation exists, but there are telltale signs to watch for: —Dirt tunnels on the house’s masonry foundation and on pipes traveling through the foundation. —Crumbly areas inside masonry cracks or h...
Cody Inderredian of Colfax receives congratulations from Rodeo Princess Megan Axtman of Othello at the Dec.17 year-end banquet of the Eastern Washington Junior Rodeo Association at Soap Lake. Cody received awards for placing second in sheep riding (mutton bustin’), and goat undecorating, third in California stake racing and fifth in barrel racing for the little people division of competition....
Colfax FCCLA members, from the left, Ali Shirley, Nicole Wiley and Kelly Ward, delivered the 65 amenity bags they decorated for Whitman County Development Services to be distributed to the developmentally disabled adults in the county. The bags were put together by members and distributed before Christmas. FCCLA has been making the personal hygiene bags since 2001. The bags include shampoo, conditioner, lotion, soap, washcloths, toothpaste and toothbrushes. Local dentists donated the dental supplies, and other residents dropped off items for...
All area artists working with found materials are asked to make note of Dahmen Barn’s six annual Art Demonstration Day April 14 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The theme will be art from found objects or repurposed materials of any type. Art may be decorative or functional, and can include wearable pieces. The artists are required to be on site to talk about their art and demonstrate some aspect of its construction during the event. Finished pieces may be for sale that day and artists who offer workshops may promote them. This popular event is free t...
Colfax Rotary Club The club’s annual Valentine luncheon will be Feb. 9 with spouses and significant others invited. Members who plan to attend are asked to register on the website for the benefit of the caterer. Call Carl Ogren for more information. Thrifty Grandmothers Thrifty Grandmothers held their first meeting of the new year at the library with 23 members and two guests present. We can’t thank our valued customers and those donating very nice, saleable items enough for making the move to our new store a continued great success and for... Full story
Galbreath boy born Payson Mark Galbreath was born to Scott and Mandy Galbreath of Kennewick, Dec. 26, 2011, at eight pounds, three ounces at Kadlec Regional Medical Center in Richland. Paternal grandmother is Amy Galbreath of Ritzville. Maternal Grandparents are Craig Willson, Colfax, and Maureen and Al Rettmann, Spokane. Great -grandparents are Alma Galbreath, Ritzville, and Lucille Willson, Colfax. Lindgren boy born Jace Philip Lindgren was born Jan. 13, 2012, at seven pounds, 11 ounces, to Heidi Lindgren at Whitman Hospital and Medical...
Tax forms from the IRS are now available from the Colfax branch of Whitman County Library. Copies of IRS forms 1040, 1040 A, and 1040 EZ have arrived. Instruction booklets and a variety of other forms are expected to arrive from now through February. Library can assist residents in printing out forms with library computers for a fee of 10 cents per page. Residents can also print their own forms or order them from the IRS website: www.irs.gov. Gypsy Spirit Belly Dance offers free classes each Tuesday from 6:30 to 7:30 in the Colfax Library. This...
ART University of Idaho’s Prichard Gallery invitational exhibit and benefit art auction, Jan. 27-Feb. 11. Auction preview Feb. 9, 5:30 p.m. social hour, 7 p.m. live auction 7:45 p.m. Tickets $15. College of Art & Architecture faculty exhibit ends Sunday, Jan. 22. Gallery hours are 10 to 8 Tuesday through Saturday and 10 to 6 on Sundays. The gallery is in the 400 block of S. Main in Moscow. Exhibition is sponsored by the University of Idaho office of the provost....
Colfax Coach Dennis Gransbery expects wrestlers for at least six teams will converge at Colfax Thursday for the second home meet of the season. The matches were billed as a league meet but other schools are expected to participate. Among the guests will be Potlatch which was originally slated for a duel meet Tuesday. The meet was scratched, but the Loggers will be among guests for the action tonight, although the action will be subject to a weather check. Colfax hosts after four team members booked 28 points to finish 10th among 19 teams at the...
WSU Extension’s women in agriculture conference will take place in a whole new mode this year. Usually located in Wenatchee, the event this year will be Feb. 11 in 16 locations around the state with keynote speaker messages broadcast to all locations. The nearest event to Whitman County will be in Spokane, where local farmers Cheryl Kammerzell of Colfax and Sheryl Zakarison of Pullman will speak. The localized format is designed to make it easier for farm women to participate in the statewide c... Full story
Week of Jan. 23-27 At Colfax Schools: Daily items offered at Colfax High School include salad bar, chicken sandwiches, hamburgers, deli sandwiches, vegetarian options, fresh & canned fruit, fresh vegetables, oven fries, yogurt, cottage cheese, bagels and juice. Monday: Breakfast for Lunch Tuesday: Chicken Alfredo, tossed salad, bread sticks Wednesday: Burgers w/the works, oven fries, fruit Thursday: Chicken teriyaki rice bowl, veggies, fruit Friday: Grilled Cheese, tomato soup, crackers, fruit, cookie JES Monday: Breakfast for Lunch Tuesday:...
When Barbara Morgan retired after a 40-year career as a health care provider, she discovered she could share her knowledge by writing. For the past two years, Barbara has been writing her book, “Going Down Screaming.” This book includes many stories from Barbara’s career of caring for the elderly in the nursing homes as a nurse and administrator. She said she has a great love for the elderly. “My first day working in a nursing home, I had decided that it wasn’t for me. Then, I met a patient who took my hand and said to me, ‘I’m so glad you’re h... Full story
Lacrosse LaCrosse students in all grades had their Student of Character assembly January 11. The trait for December was “Integrity.” Sandy Martin received the Attitude and Effort Award. She applied for a grant to help the school acquire an AED unit which is now located in the gym. Also, the boys who helped add school spirit to the annual King of the Can canned food drive assembly received the Attitude and Effort Award. They were Blake Jones, Caleb Berquist, Terrell Webb, Austin Summers, Weston and Wayne Whinery, Nick Fleming, Weston Mil...
Dusty Annual meeting of The Country Bible Church followed worship services Sunday. They have decided to help sponsor the Scott Edinger family which is serving a mission in Rwanda. Scott’s parents, Palmer and Betty Edinger, are members of the congregation. Mr. and Mrs. Scott Edinger have their three children with them. They arrived in Africa the first week in January and are getting settled into their apartment. Kurt and Jill Reddig and children Savannah and Graham, spent Christmas and New Year’s with Jill’s grandparents, Stan and Jan Sneed...
St. John/Endicott’s band was on hand Saturday night to play for fans at the home game. Guests for the night’s action were Tekoa/Oakesdale hoop teams. The band is under the direction of Billy Ray, Jr....
Whitman County’s Farm Bureau’s annual first aid class will offer instruction on administering CPR, a necessity for members who have employees. The session will be next Wednesday, Jan. 25, starting at 7:30 a.m. in the Public Service for donuts and coffee. Instruction will be from 8 to 4 with a break for lunch. Cost will be $40 for Farm Bureau members and $50 for non-menbers....
Tom Mick, chief executive officer of the Washington Grain Commission, announced he will retire June 30 after 25 years at the helm. “Working for Washington wheat and barley farmers has been the highlight of my career in the grain industry,” Mick said, “I’m proud of what we have been able to accomplish as an industry and the leadership role the WGC has taken on issues of national significance.” Mick began his career as an assistant administrator of the Colorado Wheat Administrative Committee where he later became administrator. He subsequen... Full story
A new prescription assistance program has set up an office at Whitman Hospital. The Whitman Prescription Assistance Program is offered free by the Prescription Drug Assistance Foundation which began in 2005. The foundation’s intent is to help people in need qualify for prescription drug programs offered by the pharmaceutical companies. These include the uninsured, those insured with high co-pays and people on Medicare in the “doughnut hole.” Nurse Gwenda Hatcher manages the program at Whitm... Full story
Until they see what the legislature does with .09 economic development funding, Whitman County commissioners decided Tuesday not to allocate any of the funding. “We can’t go on the hook, say we’ll give you X amount of dollars and then not have it,” said Commissioner Pat O’Neill. Each year, the county receives a .09 percent share of the state’s portion of sales tax revenues to use on projects that will bolster the local economy. Clerk Maribeth Becker said she typically sends out letters to small towns and development authorities this time o...
• On Feb. 3, 1780, in one of the most famous crimes of post-Revolution America, 20-year-old boarder Barnett Davenport commits a mass murder, killing a family of five at their home in rural Connecticut. Until then, crime was viewed as sinners losing their way. But Davenport’s crime caused people to perceive criminals as evil and alien to the rest of society. • On Feb. 2, 1812, Russians establish Fort Ross on the coast north of San Francisco as a source of growing food. The effort was not successful. American John Sutter bought Fort Ross in 18...
