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NOTICE The Whitman County Sheriff's Office is now clearing checks issued to inmates who were release from jail but who failed to cash their jail checks. Below are the names of the people with un-cashed checks: BRENT ADAIR, HUNTER BEETHAM, ROY BENIPAL, GARY BLAKEMAN, TRACY CLARK, BEAU CORCILIUS, RYAN DAVIS, SOLE FARR, COLIN FEARN, DUSTIN GRAVES, MICHELE GRIDER, SEAN HALL, TRIEVE HARLOW, TYLER HARTFORD, MADISON HEERSINK, STEVEN HOGUE, TRAVIS KNAPP, CASEY KRUEGER, ROBERT LAWSON, DOUGLAS LEE, BIRUK MALUGETA, WAYNE MARTIN, ANDREA MCINTYRE, KYLE...
Rosalia The Battle Days car show had five categories. Results are as follows: #1- Pre - 1965 First place went to Dustan Van Vleet from Spokane with a 1956 Plymouth Fury. #2- 1965-1974 First place went to Terry Olson from Ritzville with a 1966 Mustang. Second place went to Steve Morehead of Ritzville with a 1969 Chevelle. #3- 1975-Newer.No entries. #4- Trucks - First place went to Chuck Jenks from Spokane in his 1956 Ford PU. Second place went to Manual Silva from Moses Lake in his 1972 Chevy...
Pullman Chamber of Commerce has issued its annual call for volunteers and contributions for the Fourth of July celebration in Sunnyside Park. Volunteers are needed for children’s activities, food and beverage service, sales of novelty items and clean-up. Also, the chamber has issued a call for donations of fruit pies and other desserts. To volunteer, contact Linda Mittelhammer in Pullman. Donations for the fireworks display can be sent to the chamber office at 415 N. Grand. Donation jars have been place around Pullman. Bus service is again p...
Two class sessions on boating safety have been scheduled at the end of the month. Boaters between 12 to 40 years of age are now required to have the certified card when operating a boat with an engine of 15 horsepower or more. The required instruction extends over two nights with classes set June 20-21 and June 26 and June 28 from 6 to 9:30 p.m. in the Public Service Building at Colfax. Call the Sheriff’s office to register. The state card requirement is being phased in for age groups through 2014....
Palouse swim team manager Kelly Dow issued a call this week for swim team recruits. Interested swimmers are urged to sign up at the pool June 19 at noon to register for the team and celebrate with popsicles. The practice schedule will begin the next day, June 20. Practices will be Monday through Friday from noon to 4 p.m. Swim competitors must be able to swim the length of the pool, 25 yards. The Palouse swimmers will combine with Garfield for a team entry in the county’s novice league. An all-league meeting has been set at Colfax June 30 to s...
Week of June 18-22 At Tekoa School: Monday: Hot dog on a WG bun, baby carrots, applesauce Tuesday: Pizza, tossed salad, peaches Wednesday: Sausage pattie on a WG biscuit, apple juice, pears Thursday: Chicken pattie on a HG bun, french fries, sliced tomato, BB, carrots/watermelon Friday: No meal service COUNCIL ON AGING SENIOR PROGRAM MENUS Week of June 18-22 Colfax-Plymouth Congregational Church: Wednesday — Hamburger on a bun w/lettuce, tomato & cheese, potato salad, relish tray, fruit crisp, milk, coffee or tea. Rosalia-Methodist Church: T...
Oakesdale Lodge #55 of Free and Accepted Masons of Washington did their school year end Bikes for Books programs with Tekoa, Oakesdale, Garfield and Palouse. Winners were Jacob Anderson, Garfield; Lily Bren, Palouse; Marlay Brownson, Tekoa, and Ryan Henning and Karl Cooper of Oakesdale. Henning was the original winner but said he already had a bike and asked the teacher to draw another name which resulted in Cooper receiving the prize. The program was co-sponsored by the Pullman Walmart and Palouse Wind. Oakesdale kept a record for the month...
We’ve all heard that at one time or another. We may have even SAID that ourselves…LAST SUNDAY! What is it that makes for a boring, lifeless sermon? Why is it that so many people feel like they have to drag themselves to church rather than go out of a sense of great anticipation or even excitement for what God will reveal to them through the preaching of His Word? Being in ministry now for 22 years, I know how easy it is to get into the “rut” of trying to accommodate the culture and try to “entertain” with cute quips or messages that will ...
Colfax School board approved three staff hirings at their meeting Monday night. Heather York was approved as a sixth-grade teacher at Jennings Elementary, non-continuing for 2012-13. She takes the place for a teacher who will be on a leave of absence. Shala Vorderbrueggen was approved for up to 30 hours per week over the summer for extended school year teaching of higher-needs students. This will include six or seven students in areas such as occupational therapy and maintaining reading levels. In Food Service, Supervisor Kathy Kammerzell has...
Extras patrols aimed at keeping drunken drivers off the roadways will be conducted July 4-5. The Whitman County Sheriff’s Office, WSU Police, Pullman and Colfax Police departments and the Washington State Patrol will participate in the extra emphasis patrols. The patrols are funded by a grant from Washington Traffic Safety Commission and supported by the Spokane County Target Zero Task Force. In Whitman County, 14 of the 39 traffic deaths from 2006 through 2010 involved an alcohol or drug impaired drivers. More than half of those who died in c...
Dusty Geraldine Steiger, daughter of Duane and Tarri Steiger, graduated from the University of Washington last weekend. Duane, Tarri, their son Stetson, Geraldine’s fiancé Spencer Scholz and KoDee Pruett attended. Geraldine’s Political Science department graduation was Friday and the overall University graduation was Saturday. They also attended the Mariner’s no-hitter against the L.A. Dodgers and visited Pike Place Market and the Museum of Flight. Geraldine plans to start law school at Gonzaga in August. David and Phyllis Stueckle attend...
Hooper The 2012 Graduating class of Lacrosse High School celebrated with a large party at the Hooper Store Saturday June 10 after the graduation ceremony in LaCrosse. Class members Caleb Hannas, Tayler Martin, Jake Aune, Anne Flemming and Ambriea Tackett, were surround by family, food and friends for a fun afternoon. Many out of town family and long time friends came for the celebration. The party was hosted by the parents of the graduates....
Magician Dick Frost will lead a magical journey to “Dream Big” at the Colfax Library next Thursday, June 21, at 10:30 a.m. Frost has entertained and amazed thousands of audience participants throughout the nation with awe inspiring magic and humor. Kids, teens and adults alike will are encouraged to attend this free program. For details, call the Whitman County Library at Colfax or visit online: www.whitco.lib.wa.us....
Danielle Kuhn, daughter of Darrell and Colleen Kuhn of Rosalia, received the Eastern Washington University “Soaring Eagle Student of the Year” award at the university’s awards banquet. A 2008 Rosalia High graduate, she has been accepted into EWU’s doctorate of physical therapy program and graduating with honors this spring with a degree in biology....
Anderson, Aubrey Harper, was born June 1, 2012, at eight pounds, 11 ounces, to Brandon and Jessica Anderson of Pullman. Paternal grandparents are Rick and Debi Anderson of Colfax. Maternal grandparents are Mike and Marlynn Markley of Colfax. The baby joins brother Ayden, 3. Seshiki, Leilani, was born June 1, 2012, at six pounds, five ounces, to Kui and Mia Seshiki of Pulllman. Paternal grandparents are Jill and Roy Seshiki of Yakima. Maternal grandparents are Jim and Danne Swartwood of Bremerton. This is the couple’s first child. G...
Three Gonzaga University students from this area participated in graduation exercises May 13 in Spokane’s Veterans’ Memorial Arena. Katie Spangenberg of Pullman graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree. Also graduating were Joseph Sackmann of Endicott, Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, and Luke Nofsinger of Pullman, Bachelor of Arts in Psychology....
Members of the Garfield-Palouse High School class of 2012 received scholarship offers and awards totaling approximately $840,000. The awards include $18,000 from local groups and funds. Award recipients are listed as follows: Kaycie Adair: Garfield Lions Club Scholarship ($400), Round Table Club ($500), Ellis and Neta Schaffer Memorial Scholarship, Classic All Star Games ($80), Highline Community College basketball scholarship. Emily Akin: Round Table Club ($500), Presidential Out of State Tuition Scholarship at Lewis-Clark State College...
Colfax Library will celebrate fathers and children with a special pajama Storytime under the tree in Hayden’s Corner Wednesday, June 20, at 7 p.m. in the children’s area on the main floor of the Colfax Library. Kirk Schmick will share his musical talent and sing-a-long songs. Kids can wear PJ’s, bring a stuffed animal or favorite blanket and get ready for dreamland. Moms and grandparents are invited too. Colfax Mayor Vanek will share his vision for Colfax at the upcoming Chamber luncheon beginning Tuesday, June 19, at noon in the Norma McGregor...
Friends of Neill Public Library will present a show by Oregon’s comedic stunt performer, Curtis Carlyle, in the library’s Heritage Addition Friday, June 15, at 10:30 a.m. and at 1:30 p.m. Curtis fuses world class juggling skills, innovative comedy and lively audience participation. Curtis earned a bronze medal in the International Juggling Association team competition and has had a featured role at the famous Hershey Amusement Park....
Washington State Farm Bureau’s political action committee issued its official endorsement of Lamont farmer Art Swannack for Whitman County Commissioner from District One. Swannack, a past president of the Whitman County Farm Bureau, is running for the seat along with incumbent Greg Partch of Garfield and Bill Tensfeld of Rosalia....
Cupcake Camp will be at the Colfax Library Monday, June 18, at 5:30 p.m. courtesy of cupcake experts Catalina Flores and Erica Willson. Participants will learn a number of decorating tips while collecting a variety of mouth-watering recipes. Cupcakes and frosting will be supplied, but all participants need to bring frosting tips and piping bags. Registration for the camp is not required. Supplies can be pre-ordered by calling the library by today, June 14....
A series of first Sunday brunches and lunches at the historic McCroskey House in Garfield will begin July 2. Serving will be from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. with Innkeeper Donna Gwinn offering “scrumptious” menu choices at a rate of $8 for adults and $5 children under 12. Located along Highway 27 at the north end of Garfield, the McCroskey House was built in 1898 and is listed on National Historic Register. Ten percent of each day’s proceeds will be donated to Seedlings Child Care Center in Garfield. Other dates will be July 1, Aug. 5, Sept. 2, Oct....
Summer Reading at the Colton Library will be Mondays at 10:30 through July 16. The theme is Dream Big, Read! Programs will include a crafts, stories and a snack. A special music performance by Mary Michaelson and Lou Lippman will be June 25. All ages are welcome to join us for traditional children’s songs. This concert is funded by a Humanities Washington grant and supported by the Friends of the Library. A special program for teenagers is planned for June 28 at 4 p.m. Teens will assume a spy identity and complete three missions. Attendees e...
Neill Public Library invites all children who just completed grades 3-5 to join the “Let’s Book It!” Summer Reading Program starting Monday, June 18 from 1:30-2:30. Participants will enjoy “arm chair traveling” each week. Children’s Librarian, Kathleen Ahern said hands on fun will accompany the read aloud time, along with great door prizes and other fun treats. This program is free to the public, with the generous support of the Friends of Neill Public Library....
Hospital Auxiliary Whitman Hospital Auxiliary’s June meeting was at Events on Main in Colfax. Leona Herman, Dorla Scholz, Harriet Mackleit and Darlene Kroll were honored for their years of service and dedication to the auxiliary. They were presented with a framed certificate and small gift. Everyone was thanked for their hard work and many hours put in for the annual Mayfest. Brian Soncarty and Joy McNaughton have been awarded the scholarships that the Auxiliary gives annually. The next meeting will be in September at the Ad Annex conference r...
