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Businesses want us to shop local, however they are closed Monday, Tuesday and sometimes on Wednesday....
Brock letter Our hearts break again and again as we read headlines in the news about the murders in our land. Wouldn’t it be wonderful if there were no murder. Ever. If everyone just determined within their own being to NOT murder. That would make our world a so much much better place. Can you conceptualize it? Of course we have laws against murder. But, they don’t really work. External laws never do. Internal laws operate from the inside out. While we are imagining, let us imagine a world without stealing. If everyone just determined to not...
While drones are coming of age in firefighting, they are also establishing a foothold in restoring fire-scorched forests. Firefighting drones grabbed the spotlight last April 15 as viewers around the world watched Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris go up in flames. It has stood for over 850 years, through wars, natural disasters, and everything in between including the fire. At first, it appeared the iconic building would be completely destroyed; however, French firefighters used thermal vision...
I’m still looking for an alternative for Donald Trump in 2020. I agree with almost everything negative that has been said of him. He is obnoxious, he makes unnecessary enemies, he is undiplomatic, he does not command loyalty, he generates hate, etc., etc., etc.… BUT, and it is a big but, many of his initiatives are spot on. We have allowed our friends to take advantage of us. China doesn’t play fair. Border security is both a matter of law and a matter of national interest. We must do what is best for America. We don’t need a new agenda;...
8 years ago The Commoner August 24, 1894 John McFee Braithwaite, who shot a hole through the right lung of James Tow, in the saloon of Hugh McKune at Winona, on Saturday, August 11, was Monday afternoon examined before Justice Zimmerman on a charge of assault with intent to commit murder. Prosecuting Attorney Pickrell represented the state, and Attorney Jos. Sessions appeared for the defense. The evidence of the prosecution was sufficient of itself to establish a case of self-defense, and Mr. Sessions had nothing to add to it on the part of...
Library staffers Kristie Kirkpatrick and James Morasch, center, receive an Epson projector from members of the Colfax High School class of 1969, Carol Fries Myers and Naomi Holland Daubert at left, and Wayne and Jan Varnes and Darlene Eng Lee at on the right. Needing a projector for their 50-year high school reunion, the 50-year grads collected donations from classmates to purchase one. Afterward, the class donated the projector to the library. Adult library cardholders in good standing can now...
Thursday, Aug. 22 Colfax – 12:05 to 12:55 p.m. – Flex & Flow Yoga – Build strength, flexibility, and focus. $10 or by punchcard. Colton – 5 p.m. – Pajama Party – End-of-summer pajama party for all area kids! Crafts, stories, and snacks. St. John Rialto – 6:30 p.m. – Trivia Night – Bring your team, test your knowledge, and win free food & drinks! Friday, Aug. 23 Colfax – 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. – Move it or Lose it! – Full body workout designed to for your fitness level (make-up class). Garfield Christian Fellowship – 4 to 7 p.m. – Farmers Market ...
A “Back to School Night” has been scheduled Tuesday, Aug. 27, at 5 p.m. at Albion Park. Teachers, parents and students can learn about all the resources the Albion Library has to offer. This event will feature kid-friendly activities, goodie bags and a photo opportunity. Light refreshments will be provided courtesy of the Friends of the Albion Library. For more information contact Wendy Ewest at the Albion Library. Albion Library is open Tuesdays from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m., Wednesdays from 9 am to 1 p.m. and Thursdays from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m...
Rosalia Library’s Teen Advisory Council invites students entering grades 6-12 to an Alien Costume Ball Saturday, Aug. 24, at 6 p.m. at the Rosalia Community Center to celebrate the end of summer reading. Attendees are encouraged to dress as their favorite extraterrestrial and enjoy the music, games, food and prizes. This free event is sponsored by the Friends of the Rosalia Library. For more information, contact the Rosalia Library at 509-523-3109. The Rosalia Library is open Tuesdays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Thursdays from 3 t...
Washington Idaho Symphony will be filling orchestra vacancies for the 2019-2020 season. Violin, viola, principal cello, principal bass, flute, principal clarinet, second bassoon and percussion chairs are open. Auditions will be Saturday, Aug. 31, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Gladish Community and Cultural Center in the Richard Domey Auditorium. Candidates will be asked to perform a portion of a solo piece selected by them, a musical excerpt provided ahead of time and a sight-reading excerpt. To secure an audition time, complete the sign up form at...
Kristen Jones has a lot of respect for the people of Colfax. “We moved to Colfax four years ago from Moscow. We chose Colfax because we wanted a place with land,” she said. “I like the people out here. We’ve never had better neighbors than we do out here. I don’t always see them all the time, but they’ll plow our driveway, help mend fences, and come over if we need help. The people here are second to none, and I’ve lived in a lot of places. It doesn’t matter what your background is or what church you go to, it doesn’t affect the way people wi...
Moscow-based non-profit Stepping Stones, which provides whole life services to individuals with disabilities, is accepting grant applications for its 2019-2020 grant cycle. The deadline is Sept. 30. Grants will be awarded to individuals with developmental disabilities and not-for-profit organizations serving individuals with development disabilities who reside in Latah County and the surrounding area. Stepping Stones awarded $35,000 during last year’s grant process. Applications will be evaluated on a variety of criteria. Application forms a...
Whitman County Gazette, Aug. 22, 2019 At Pullman Regional Hospital Cevahir, Alp Arslan, born Aug. 10, 2019, at seven pounds, five ounces, to Nur and Furkan Cevahir, Pullman. Paternal grandparents are Sacide and Murat Cevahir, Bafra, Turkey. Maternal grandparents are Muciber and Muharrem Ceylan, Bafra, Turkey. DeBarbrie, Mack Williams, born Aug. 14, 2019, at seven pounds, 12 ounces, to Trevor and Misty DeBarbrie, Lewiston. Baby joins sister Shay, three. Moore, Olivia BreeAnn, born Aug. 14, 2019, at six pounds, 13 ounces, to Luke and Melissa Moor... Full story
The children in Malden enjoyed ice cream floats and games last week at the Malden Library. Many flavors of pop were provided to go with ice cream. Friends of the library supported the event....
Dellene Broeckel Burdsall, Brentwood, Calif., spent 10 days helping her brother Ed Broeckel, Dusty, with his harvest operation. She drove bankout wagon. She returned to her California home on Aug. 9. Joan Broeckel took advantage of a short break in harvest, waiting for the spring wheat to fully ripen, to drive to Burlington, to visit her mother and sister. She left Saturday and returned home Tuesday. Dick and Suzy McNeilly traveled with Cassidi Shindler to Germany for 10 days in June. They spent time with their exchange students JoJo, Leo,...
Dear Savvy Senior, I own two dogs and a cat that I would do almost anything for, but expensive veterinary bills put a strain on my budget. Is pet insurance a good idea? Older Pet Owner Dear Pet Owner, If you’re the kind of pet owner who would do anything for their furry family, including spending thousands of dollars on medical care, pet insurance definitely is an option to consider. Here’s what you should know. Rising Vet Costs The cost of owning a pet has gone up in recent years. New technologies now make it possible for pets to undergo sop...
Colfax Wednesday, Aug. 28: Chef salad with tomato, ham, turkey, cucumber, cheese and hard boiled egg, multi grain bread and cookie LaCrosse Tuesday, Aug. 27: No meal Palouse Wednesday, Aug. 28: Cooks’ choice Pullman Friday, Aug. 23: Taco soup, turkey sandwich, cabbage salad, dessert Monday, Aug. 26: Chef salad with tomato, ham, turkey, cucumber, cheese and hard boiled egg, multi grain bread and cookie Rosalia Tuesday, Aug. 27: French toast, sausage, eggs, fruit...
The garage sale in The Center continues during regular library hours in downtown Colfax through Friday, Aug. 30. A lot of items remain including baby equipment, home décor, Christmas collectibles and two wooden rocking chairs. These sales will benefit the Albion Library directly. A 50 percent blow out sale on garage sale items is set to begin Aug. 26. Proceeds from the sale support maintenance and operation of The Center....
On Wednesday, August 14, 2019, in Pullman, Washington the sowers of seeds began their harvest in the rich fields along McGreevy Road. Outside, large machines shaved huge swaths of pale yellow wheat from the hillsides while filling the valley with the echoing roar of their engines. Inside, Margaret Mary Meagher McGreevy lay in bed in her home of fifty-one years, eyes closed, breath shallow, surrounded by her family. She was listening to them sing songs and share words of gratitude and love in... Full story
Ronald Vincent “Ron” Taylor, 79, of Colfax, died August 11, 2019, at Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane, Washington. Ron was born Feb. 19, 1940, to Harry & Mary Taylor in Fort Sill, Oklahoma. He spent his early childhood in Montana, Oklahoma and Texas, finally moving to the Cheney area where he graduated from Cheney High School in 1958. He proudly served in the U.S. Air Force and attended E.W.U. In 1966, Ron married Annette Davis in Deer Park, Wash. They moved to Colfax for Ron to become owner/operator of Colfax Meat Packing in 1971. Ron ha... Full story
