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COLFAX — Commissioners awarded the bid for the Sand Road Overlay Project to Motley and Motley Inc. at their regular Commissioners meeting Monday, June 3, for the bid amount of $2,389,785.35. The project to pave Sand Road will happen over the course of two years with the first half of the road this year and the second half next year, Public Works Director Mark Storey told commissioners. “That breaks up the cost a little bit,” Storey told commissioners, adding that they would know when people ask them these questions . Commissioner Tom Handy...
COLFAX — The 21-year-old man who was initially accused of raping a woman in Pullman has been sentenced on a lesser charge. Elijah Nivar, 21, of Pullman, plead guilty earlier in May in Whitman County Superior Court to felony 3rd-degree assault. Nivar agreed to the plea deal with prosecutors after his rape trial in March ended with a hung jury. Nivar was initially arrested by Pullman Police in July, 2022, for allegedly raping a woman inside her Pullman home in May of that same year. Nivar and the victim had a previous relationship that ended i...
OLYMPIA — State of Washington Governor Jay Inslee directed regulators to reconsider the Horse Heaven Wind Farm Project in Central Washington. In a May 23 letter to the Energy Facility Siting and Evaluation Council, Gov. Inslee asked the council to reconsider portions of its proposed certification for the Wind Farm Project. Gov. Inslee is directing the council to reconsider certain aspects of the draft site certification agreement submitted to his office on April 29, citing the a policy of the state of Washington that states Washington must redu...
STEPTOE - A semi rollover on Wednesday, May 29, temporarily closed Hume Road while officials cleaned up the debris and wood that covered both sides of the roadway. The Whitman County Sheriff's Office reports that Carlos Ivan Badillo Lopez, 25, of Yakima, was driving along the roadway when he drove too far into the shoulder, causing the semi to roll over. "That road isn't designed for the load weight he was carrying and when he drifted over, the load was too heavy," said Whitman County Sheriff...
COLFAX— Whitman County Gazette has hired Matthew Strissel, 39, as a sports reporter. Originally from Rudyard, Mont., Strissel is no stranger to small farming communities having been raised in the farming area of Montana boasting approximately 200 residents. Strissel worked at the Lewiston Tribune before deciding to relocate to Pullman with his wife Bre, two dogs (Evee and Ronald), a Senegel parrot (Kisses), and a chameleon (Bruni). Obtaining his degree in photography from Northwest college in Powell, Wyo., Strissel fell in love with j...
TEKOA — The Port of Whitman County Commissioners approved the first lease on the new Tekoa economic development site during their Monday, June 3, regular meeting. The two-year lease is with Hefty Seed Company, supporting the expansion of the business by providing warehouse seed storage on the 14-acre property northwest of Tekoa. According to a press release from the Port of Whitman the company will store seed in the existing 5,000-square-foot building on the property. Hefty Seed Company offers seed, fertilizer and crop protection for farmers i...
OAKESDALE — During the regular Port of Whitman County meeting on Monday, June 3, commissioners unanimously passed the motion to continue forward in discussion of taking ownership of the Oakesdale Mill. Port Commissioners discussed what it would mean to take ownership of the Mill citing several concerns moving forward. Commissioner Karl Webber said that his two biggest concerns had to do with terms of ownership and when that would take off. “There’s an argument to be said for taking it as soon as possible and there’s also several argumen...
COLFAX - The Hospital Foundation Board of Directors presented a $130,000 check to the Whitman County Hospital and Medical Board of Commissioners on Thursday, May 30. The check is for an instrument washer needed for the hospital, which will be replaced at the same time as the sterilizer. "It is at end of life and it makes sense to replace it at the same the sterilizer is," said Whitman Hospital and Medical Clinics Manager of Administration Services Laurie Gronning. During the Wednesday, May 15, W...
COLFAX - Tassels were turned as several Whitman County seniors went through graduation ceremonies last weekend, Saturday, June 1 and 2. Colfax, Colton, Garfield-Palouse and Oakesdale all made a huge step forward into their futures on Saturday, June 1 and St. John-Endicott seniors also celebrated with friends and family on Sunday, June 2. On Saturday, Colfax's senior class of 2024 went into the world beyond high school with the motto "Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around...
ROSALIA - Battle Days brought the community together for a weekend of celebration and honor in Rosalia. The fun began at 3:30 p.m. with free swimming and games at the pool. Later that evening, the Battle Days Association provided a dinner with live music at the Rosalia City Park. Saturday started out bright and early for the runners and walkers of the community. Rosalia's annual fun run took runners from the fire station through South Whitman Avenue to the monument at Steptoe Battlefield State...
OLYMPIA - Washington anglers will be required to possess a recreational fishing license for freshwater smelt, crawfish and carp, according to a news release by the Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife. The new law signed by Governor Inslee goes into effect June 6. The requirement will provide information on species-specific limits, notably with fish that are under the Endangered Species Act or State Species of Greatest Conservation Need, according to the news release. "As Washington's population grows and recreational fishing activity...
LIND — The town will roar to life this weekend as the annual Lind Grand Parade and Combine Derby return to town. The action begins Friday with car and pickup truck racing. Locals and visitors alike with “run what they brung” to Lion’s Club Arena on state Highway 21. Racing is set to begin at 6 p.m. Expect racers from across Whitman, Franklin, Adams, Lincoln, Spokane and other counties to be among the field. Local car aficionados will bring their classic chasis to Lind City Park and the downtown area for a small car show. Spectators can wander...
COLFAX — Week 6 of the Colfax Men’s Club Spring League occurred on Thursday, May 30. The McGregor Company is in first place in the A-bracket with 193 points, 38.6 average, followed by Idaho Forest Group at 189, 37.8. MDKJ Lawfirm tops the B-bracket with 202 points, 40.4 average, followed by Three Jack National at 190, 38.0. The full results for Week 6 are as follows: A-bracket Idaho Forest Group: Elias Whitefoot, 6; Jacob Keck, 9; Tyson Rogers, 13; Randy Lindbo, 13; total, 41. Whitman Family Dental: Al Kirkpatrick, 12; Ken Arthur, 9; Ken McGree...
COLFAX — On Saturday and Sunday, June 8-9, anglers will not be required to have a fishing license for certain species. Trout and bass in lowland lakes across the state, as well as shad can be caught and kept without a license. However, starting this year, a valid license is still required for anyone 15 or older to harvest any species requiring a catch record card, including salmon, steelhead, sturgeon and halibut, and all shellfish. State regulations on fish size and catch limits also remain in effect. “Fish and Wildlife police remind you tha...
COLFAX — The Colfax junior rodeo is set to return to the Palouse Empire Fairgrounds on Saturday, June 8 and Sunday, June 9. Events start at 10 a.m. each day. All events take place both days, with each contestant choosing one day to participate in their respective event. Contests include, bull riding and calf roping for seniors (ages 15-18); bareback riding chute dogging for intermediate (ages 12-14); barrel racing and goat tying for juniors (agges 9-11); Calf riding and dummy roping for PeeWee (8 and under); goat tail untying and mutton b...
COLFAX - A Colfax High School Junior has verbally committed to joining the Husky Nation at the University of Washington (UW) after she graduates next year. Brynn McGaughey, 17, of Colfax, committed Wednesday, May 29, to play basketball at UW. "I committed about a week ago, and I did it for many reasons. I kind of fell in love with UW because of the people, the culture and the community there. I am really excited about committing," she said. She plans to study Sports Management when she attends....
PUBLIC NOTICE AMS 2024 BTS - Pullman WA, LLC, Eric Seamands, 8888 Keystone Xing Ste 1150 Indianapolis, IN 46240-4621, is seeking coverage under the Washington State Department of Ecology’s Construction Stormwater NPDES and State Waste Discharge General Permit. The proposed project, WWG6 Pullman, is located at North of the intersection of Highway 270 and Pullman Airport Road. The approximate address of 5900 Airport Road. in Pullman in Whitman county. This project involves 12.95 acres of soil disturbance for Industrial construction activities. T...
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Whitman County Commissioners have set the date of Monday, June 17 at 10:20 a.m. in the Whitman County Commissioners Chambers in the Whitman County Courthouse, Colfax, Washington, to consider the proposed Huber Action Freight ZC 24-01, from Agricultural District to Heavy Commercial District. Remote participation is available for attending the Commissioners’ meetings. To participate use the link on the County website: www.whitmancounty.org - Zoom Address: https://us06web...
NOTICE OF ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following Whitman County roads will be closed to vehicular traffic for construction of multiple course bituminous surface treatment, pursuant to R.C.W. 47.48.01, for the time periods specified below: County Road No. 0160, Fairbanks Road, from Sieveke Road, milepost 0.96, to Seabury Road, milepost 4.42, from June 17, 2024 to June 20, 2024 for multiple course bituminous surface treatment. by ORDER OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS of Whitman County, Washington GIVEN under my hand this 3rd...
PUBLIC NOTICE Harmoni Towers proposes to build a 150-foot monopole tower at the approx. vicinity of 23611 WA-23, St. John, Whitman County, WA 99171; Lat: 47-6-44.6106 N, Long: 117-48-49.8660 W. Public comments regarding potential effects from this site on historic properties may be submitted within 30 days from the date of this publication to: Trileaf Corp, Caitlyn Mosher, c.mosher@trileaf.com, 2121 W. Chandler Blvd., Ste 108, Chandler, AZ 85224, 480-850-0575. Published June 6, 2024...
Public Notice The Oakesdale School District No. 324, Whitman County, Washington, has completed preparation of a budget for fiscal year 2024-2025. The completed budget is available upon request at the district office. Please call (509) 285-5296 to request a copy. The Board of Directors of Oakesdale S.D. #324, Whitman County, WA will conduct a public meeting on Tuesday, June 17, 2023 at 6 p.m. for the purpose of adopting the 2024-2025 budget. Any person may attend this meeting and be heard for or against any part of such budget, the four-year bud...
Public Notice – budget extension The Oakesdale School District No. 324, Whitman County, Washington will be issuing a budget extension for the 2023-24 General Fund Budget. The Board of Directors of Oakesdale S.D. #324, Whitman County, WA will conduct a public meeting on Tuesday, June 17, 2024 at 6 p.m. for the purpose of adopting the budget extension. Published June 6 and 13, 2024...
PUBLIC NOTICE Town of LaCrosse The Town of LaCrosse will be holding a Public Hearing for the Six Year Transportation Improvement Program during the scheduled council meeting on Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 7:00pm at City Hall 107 S Main. The LaCrosse City Hall is handicap accessible. Arrangements to reasonably accommodate the needs of special classes for citizens, including handicap accessibility or interpreter, will be made upon receiving twenty-four (24) hour advance notice. Contact Angela Broeckel at (509) 549-3330. Published June 6,...
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BID PALOUSE COVE ROAD CURB AND STORMWATER PROJECT CITY OF PALOUSE Sealed bids for construction of Palouse Cove Road Curb and Stormwater Project will be received by the City of Palouse at the office of City Hall located at East 120 Main Street, Palouse, Washington until 2:00 p.m. local time on June 19th, 2024, and then publicly opened and read aloud. PALOUSE COVE ROAD CURB AND STROMWATER PROJECT The project consists of: Installing 780 linear feet of 8” SDR storm pipe, 6 catch basins, and 830 linear feet of concrete curb and g...
8 MRSC ROSTERS SMALL PUBLIC WORKS, CONSULTANT, and VENDOR ROSTERS FOR PARTICIPATING WASHINGTON STATE LOCAL GOVERNMENT AGENCIES LOCATED IN EASTERN WASHINGTON The Municipal Research and Services Center of Washington (MRSC) hereby advertises on behalf of the below listed local government agencies in Washington State (local governments) in Eastern Washington (Okanogan, Chelan, Douglas, Grant, Adams, Whitman, Garfield, Asotin, Spokane, Lincoln, Ferry Stevens,and Pend Oreille counties), including - but not limited to - cities (Title 35 RCW and...
