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When it comes to stories, most of us prefer tacky over technical. Tacky trumps substance. Or these days, attack-y Trump deflects substance. That certainly could explain the decidedly non-substantive high interest in Jeff Bezos, one of President Tweet's favorite targets. (True, there are thousands of favorite targets on Trump's list.) Normally, Bezos does not generate sordid fascination. The founder of Amazon, he is the richest man in the world, and he does own The Washington Post, as any reader can tell you after being treated to that disclaime...
If Democrats are held to their own standards, then all three embattled state officials in the Commonwealth of Virginia should resign. Even if Gov. Ralph Northam didn't appear in blackface in an image in his medical-school yearbook, he confessed to once darkening his face as part of a Michael Jackson costume. Attorney General Mark Herring, who called Northam's conduct indefensible, also used blackface once. Meanwhile, Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax has been accused of sexual assault. If ever wearing blackface -- even in the 1980s, as both Northam and...
Sometimes you don't have to say a whole lot to say a whole lot. I support Colfax Chief of Police, Rick McNannay. --Ron Conrad, Colfax...
How refreshing it was to see the picture on the front page of the Gazette February 7, 2019 edition. A public meeting in the Steptoe school gymnasium was held on a floor that had been protected from damage caused by rocks, mud and water damage. My husband informed me that practice has been done since he was in school. He is now 81 years old. What a novel idea. Take care of what you have. I have read nothing that puts in place a plan that would maintain this $18.4 million remodel for 581 students at Colfax. A former school board member informed...
I would like to tip my hat to the Colfax High School staff and students for their generous hospitality in allowing the Southeast District 9 1B schools to hold their district tournament at the high school last Thursday, Friday and Saturday. It begins as soon as you walk in the door and are greeted with a smile and assistance from Janel Stirling and the other office staff. Next, the willingness and flexibility of superintendent Jerry Pugh and principal Carrie Lipe allowed us in the school and let us adjust our dates when weather created a...
Frank Watson, in your opinion “State of Our Union," (WC Gazette, Feb. 14, 2019) you voice well-founded concerns about government intrusions in our lives. You state, “If the federal government can go beyond the Constitution to regulate abortions, it can go beyond the Constitution to regulate other matters. That's wrong.” Your reasoning would lead to the conclusion that we need a Constitutional amendment guaranteeing the citizens' right to privacy. --Mark Olson, Seattle...
The circumstances leading to Amazon’s decision to scrap its New York City project are trends corporate leaders need to examine closely. There are cultural and political shifts in America which are changing the way business is done. Amazon walked away from its deal struck with New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo and New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio which would create 25,000 new jobs and added $27 billion in new city and state tax revenue. In return, Cuomo and de Blasio, who actively courted Amazon, p...
KK Class A LLC, Pullman, to PNE Group, Chino Hills, Calif., two buildings in the Edison Center on Bishop Blvd, Pullman, $2,525,000, Jan. 31. Linda Kay Finch, Federal Way, to Jeffrey Weber, Jr. Pullman. 1.19 acre parcel on Felsted Storage Short Plat, 150 NW Harold Drive, Pullman, $300,000, Feb. 1. Lisa Rinebold, Pullman, to Michael and Stephanie Frost, Pullman, house on NW Arcadia, Pullman, $279,000, Feb. 6. Russell Martin, Fort Collins, Colo., to Dustin and Andrea Hinkle, Pullman, house on SE Karcio Court, Pullman, $259,000, Feb. 12. Goldie M....
Rachel Doty, 19, Clarkston, was sentenced to 30 days in jail Friday morning after pleading guilty to a reduced charge of reckless driving. Doty was arrested Dec. 30 after being chased by state troopers through downtown Colfax. According to the arrest report, that was her third traffic stop that day. Prosecutor Denis Tracy initially charged Doty with attempting to elude, but said he decided to reduce the charge to reckless driving. He said Doty did not have a record of driving infractions. Tracy reported Doty Dec. 30 led several officers...
Whitman County Commissioners have decided to hold a workshop to address what criteria they plan to prioritize to which ‘larger economically significant projects’ they might award the .09 funds which derive from sales and use tax revenue. The funds had been set aside for the Hawkins property, which had been a projected site for a shopping mall, but was sold in August, ending those plans. “Since Hawkins went away, I get a lot of people chatting about that .09,” said Commissioner Michael Largent. ...
At press time, County Commissioner Art Swannack announced a public workshop in the commissioners conference room on Monday, Feb. 25, about the legal aspects of instituting a marijuana growing, processing and retailing moratorium. A moratorium is a temporary prohibition of activity. The commissioners will be informed about the legalities by Prosecutor Denis Tracy. See story on page 1....
Sunday was another 'shovel out the Gun Club' day to make their Sunday Shoot possible. There were two new shooters this week who have never shot trap before, a sub-junior, Riley Hayes, who shot a 14, and his dad, Mike, who shot a 16. Mike also tried doubles and shot a 14. Twenty-two shooters competed in light snow at 30 degrees. Scores: Open-Connor Pelissier 24, Jim Pelissier 23, Eric Johnson 23, Chad Aeschliman 23; Ladies-Jessica Pelissier 24, Lacey Burke 19, Nadine Rice 15; Junior-Joe Vietz 24, James Gilchrist 22, Carsten Miller 18, Cyndi...
Aja Schmick of Endicott has been named to Whitworth University's provost honor roll for fall semester by maintaining a grade-point average of 3.75 or higher during the semester....
High school juniors Brooke Bankus of Garfield and Lexi Brantner of Palouse will participate in the first locally-offered program to become the Distinguished Young Woman of Garfield-Palouse. The program's theme is "Sweet Success," and will be hosted Sunday, March 10, at 4 p.m. in Garfield at the Silver Creek Connection building, 201 W. Union Street. Participants will compete for more than $1,000 in college scholarships and the opportunity to represent Garfield and Palouse at the state level...
Country Bible Church has scheduled its annual meeting Sunday, March 3, at the church after morning worship services. A soup lunch will be served. The meeting had been scheduled for an earlier date, but was postponed due to the snow. Weekend guests at the home of Larry and Di Brink were Kevin and Amber Brink, Kloey, Ellie and Nick from Omak. They arrived Friday and returned to their home Sunday. Saturday, an early dinner also included Mike Stine of LaCrosse, Tom from St. John and John, Brandi, Myla and Lexi from Dusty. In the evening, the guys...
Palouse Conservation District's annual meeting will be tonight, Feb. 21, from 6-8 p.m. at the Palouse Community Center. The district will highlight the accomplishments from 2018 and seek comment for how they can help meet the community’s conservation needs in its five-year work plan. Dinner will be provided to those who make reservations. www.palousecd.org 332-4101, ext. 109...
A graduate of Chimicum High School in Western Washington, Penny Gonzales has traveled far since her 2005 retirement from a 30-year teaching career. Gonzales studied English and theater at Whitworth University in Spokane, and went back to Chimicum to teach English and writing and direct plays at the school there. "It's challenging being a public school teacher in modern times," Gonzales said. "Teaching always has been, but I feel like it's harder now." After retiring, she later moved to Albion...
Jim and Sharon Storment of Endicott will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary today, Thursday, February 21. They were married in Ballard, Wash., at the home of the bride's parents. After time together in Seattle and Malo, the couple eventually settled on the family farm in Endicott, raising three children there. A special dinner with their family is planned for early spring when the weather is more likely to cooperate. They have been blessed with four grandchildren....
A live performance of “Map of My Kingdom,” a play that deals with the critical issues of land transition, will be performed by Maria Vorhis in The Center at Colfax Library Thursday, Feb. 28, at 7 p.m. “Map of My Kingdom” was commissioned by Practical Farmers of Iowa and written by Iowa Poet Laureate Mary Swander to help farmers understand the emotions involved in farm transitions. The play looks at the human challenges involved with transitioning a farm business from beginning the conversation to the power struggles along the way, and it expl...
Whitman County residents have access to more than 70 world language courses and 20 English-as-a-second-language courses, provided by Mango Languages which are available at the Whitman County library’s website. Mango Language courses consist of lessons that are self-paced and cover culture, grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation and real-world situations using native speaker audio. This audio feature allows users to record their own speaking, then replay and compare it to a native speaker. To access Mango Languages, visit www.whitco.lib.wa.us, c...
Jazz festival expects to draw 4,000 students More than 130 schools have signed up to take part in the 52nd Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival Friday and Saturday. The schools are expected to bring approximately 4,000 students from colleges as well as elementary, middle and high schools from as far away as Minnesota and Canada. The festival will feature three days of student competitions and workshops taught by U of I faculty and staff, as well as jazz musicians and educators. This year’s festival features two big bands, the Vanguard Jazz Orchestra a...
At Pullman Regional Hospital Peterson, Loretta Diane, born Feb. 8 at seven pounds, 13 ounces, to Billie Jean and Logan Peterson, Pullman, Wash. Paternal grandparents are Stephanie Roberts and Kelley Crook, Pullman. Baby joins brother Matthew, 2, and sister Rosalee, 2. Bryan, Link Andrew, born Feb. 10 at five pounds, 14 ounces, to Jennifer and Cole Bryan, Pullman, Wash. Paternal grandparents are Chuck and JoAnne Bryan, Albion, Wash. Maternal grandparents are Andy and Karen Jones, Albion, Wash. Lee, Anna Jooita, born Feb. 12 at six pounds, five... Full story
The 66th annual Uniontown Sausage Feed will be Sunday, March 3, from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. The event will be in the Uniontown Community Building on Highway 195. This is an all-you-can-eat-meal served in the dining room on a first-come, first-served basis. Participants can also order meat to go and avoid possible waiting time. The menu includes sausage made from a secret recipe by town residents, mashed potatoes, sauerkraut, green beans, applesauce, rolls, pie and a beverage. A beer garden will be available for customers 21 and older. Tickets...
Lego Mindstorms sessions will be at the Uniontown Library Feb. 27 at 3:15 p.m. and the Colton Library Feb. 28 at 3:15 p.m. Young engineers ages 8 and older are invited to build Lego bots and learn basic programming to complete robotic challenges. Prior experience with robotics and programming is not required. For more information, contact the Colton Library at 509-229-3887, the Uniontown Library at 509-229-3880. www.whitco.lib.wa.us...
