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Okeydokes The new digital Gazette. The PDF option is great. The individuals that remembered to put out the flags on Patriot Day....
"It was the best of times, it was the worst of times." Arguably these are even worse times than the mid-19th century, when Charles Dickens wrote his "Tale of Two Cities." In the 21st century, we have effectively divided into two countries, separated by impenetrable fortifications. President Donald Trump heads up the hordes on the right. Those on the left are led by, well, actually they're not really led by anyone. That's a big part of their problem: All they really do is focus their utter contempt on Trump. He's constantly making that easy for...
History is usually airbrushed to remove a figure who has fallen out of favor with a dictatorship, or to hide away an episode of national shame. Leave it to Hollywood to erase from a national triumph its most iconic moment. The new movie "First Man," a biopic about the Apollo 11 astronaut Neil Armstrong, omits the planting of the American flag during his historic walk on the surface of the moon. Ryan Gosling, who plays Armstrong in the film, tried to explain the strange editing of his moonwalk: "This was widely regarded in the end as a human ach...
When one approaches the Tri Cities, it is impossible to ignore Lampson International’s monstrous cranes in its Pasco assembly yard. Those gantries stand out like the Space Needle in Seattle and reach over 560 feet into the sky. Like the Space Needle, Lampson is built on a solid footing. Last month, Construction Review Online (CRO) ranked Lampson as the world’s third largest crane company. “Lampson International has been a world leader in the Heavy Lift and Transport industry for over 65 years...
I recently took my grandson back to the Midwest to get better acquainted with some of his relatives. He is only recently aware that he is related to a huge clan of Midwesterners. While there, I watched as two of my kinfolks debated whether or not Brett Kavanaugh should be confirmed to fill the opening on the Supreme Court. The debate gravitated to Roe versus Wade then moved on to the morality of abortion. One was adamantly pro-choice and the other just as firm pro-life. The pro-life asked me if I could think of any situation where it was OK to...
REAL ESTATE SALES Jill Kelleher and Jeanene Murray, Yakima, to Mac and Karen Mills, St. John, ag land east of Rock Lake, $553,600, Aug. 2. Louise Hansen for the estate of Gary Hansen, Spokane, to Dylan and Kristin Doneen, house on 3rd Street, Oakesdale, $142,000, Aug. 3. Randal and Barbara Myklebust, Clarkston, to Kourosh Amini, Silver City, N.M., house on S. Star, LaCrosse, $79,950, Aug. 3. John and Lynn Holmquist, Whittier, Calif., to William and Sonia Cassill, Issaquah, unit at Townhouse Condominum on SW Crestview, Pullman, $105,000, Aug....
These reports are from the previous four issues of the Daily Bulletin in Colfax. They are reprinted here for the benefit of Gazette readers who reside outside of Colfax. Some accounts have been updated. ACCIDENT ON MAIN STREET Colfax Police Sunday at about 4:30 p.m. investigated a non-injury accident at the intersection of Main Street and Tyler in north Colfax. The report said Carol Larsen, Diamond, had stopped the 2006 Dodge Charger she was driving on Main Street to make a left turn onto Tyler when it was struck from behind by a 2001 Subaru Le...
A free six-week workshop on healthy living with chronic conditions, which will be open for adults aged 18 and older and will run Tuesdays, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., Sept. 26 through Oct. 30 at the Public Service Building, 310 N. Main Street, in Colfax. Topics and tools will include include pain management, communication, ways to get better sleep, setting realistic and achievable goals, managing stress, exercise and fitness. Food, beverages, and program materials provided at no cost. For more information contact Andrée Marcus-Rader, lead program...
Donors at the Inland Northwest Blood Center blood drive in Colfax Sept. 14 at the Colfax Library will have a chance to be entered in a drawing to win a $100 tattoo gift card. The drawing will be from 2:15 to 5 p.m. Appointments can be made by calling toll free 800-423-0151. Walk-ins will be seen on a first come, first served basis. www.inbcsaves.org...
RTOP presents 'The 39 Steps' Regional Theatre of the Palouse will present "The 39 Steps, " a twist on the classic Alfred Hitchcock film by the same name, with opening night Friday, Sept. 14. Other performances will be Sept. 15, 20, 21, and 22, all at 7:30 p.m. The RTOP production is directed by Taylor Deline. The 1930's Set and lighting designs are by Michael Todd. Tickets are on sale now at Regional Theatre of the Palouse, 122 N. Grand Ave, Pullman, by phone at 509-334-0750, or online at rtoptheatre.org. CLUBS & YOUTH GROUPS Garfield Senior...
At Whitman Hospital and Medical Center Claussen, Maverick Leroy, born Sept. 10 at seven pounds, one ounce, to Devin and Abigale Claussen, Oakesdale. Paternal grandparents are Carol and Jim Larsen, Colfax, and Dru Claussen, Oakesdale. Maternal grandparents are Carlene Thayer, Pullman, Erica Haney, Wyoming, and Trist Thayer, Wyoming. Baby joins siblings Jamisen and Gannon.... Full story
Library Trivia Night will be at the Colfax Hyde Out Thursday, Sept. 20, at 6:30 p.m. for an exciting trivia contest featuring a special ABCs category for the “Back to School” season. Winners earn free dinner and drinks! Teams can be up to eight competitors. Extra points are awarded to teams who present library cards. WCL Trivia Night is the most fun you can have while learning. A trivia night has also been scheduled at the Rosalia Brass Rail Saturday, Sept. 29, at 7 p.m. For more information or to schedule a trivia contest contact Sarah Phe...
Cross Country musical group (Linda Hennigar, Bob Davidson and Jerry Martin) will perform for the entire worship service at Selbu Lutheran Church beginning at 10 a.m on Sunday, Sept. 16. Due to computer difficulties, Karen's column is very short this week. The rest of her column will be published next week....
“Ever Green”, a sampling of Herb Block’s powerful cartoons about the environment, are on exhibit now through Oct. 21 at the Colfax Branch of Whitman County Library. Also known as Herblock, the cartoonist cared deeply about the environment. His work on issues about wildlife, wilderness and natural resources are as relevant today as they were in the past. Many of his cartoons on the world’s most fragile and precious treasures were produced shortly before his death at age 91 in Sept., 2001. The exhibit is on loan from the Herblock Foundat...
One of the perks of writing for the Gazette is getting to participate in judging the "Melt in Your Mouth Chocolate Competition" at the Palouse Empire Fair. At first glance, it is a job that everyone is up for. One might even say it is envied. However, there is more to it than simply gorging oneself on the local delicacies. After a thorough analysis of the fine fare, it is scrutinized by a panel of self-proclaimed chocolate lovers. Sometimes there may be a chocolate skeptic included just to mix...
Dale and Marilyn Crutcher recently celebrated their 50th anniversary and renewed their vows with family at Lake Wenatchee. Dale Crutcher of Pine City married Marilyn Gramlich of Portland, Ore., Sept. 7, 1968, in Rosalia. He worked on the family farm in Pine City while Marilyn raised their three children. Their married life was spent traveling back and forth to the farm, being involved in the school and cheering on the Rosalia Spartans. Now retired, they spend their time growing flowers,...
Thursday, Sept. 13 Colfax, LaCrosse and Tekoa – Children and families will embark on a reading adventure. St. John Elementary School – 3:15 p.m. – Tinker Tech Time – Brand new stem activities for grades K to 2. Albion – 5 to 7:30 p.m. – Fireside Chats – Join your neighbors for tea and friendly conversation. Friday, Sept. 14 Endicott, Malden, Palouse, St. John and Uniontown – Storytime – Join us for learning activities, music and more. Colfax – 10 to 11:30 a.m. – Play and Learn – Kids have an opportunity to make new friends, share and expl...
AT COLFAX SCHOOL: Monday: Chicken nuggets with rice or burger, veggies, fruit. Tuesday: Pepperoni calzone or chicken patty, Caesar salad, fruit. Wednesday: Maple bites with egg or burger, tater rounds, fruit. Thursday: Mac and cheese or chicken patty, carrots, bread stick, fruit. Friday: Deli sandwich or burger, baked beans, veggies, fruit. AT ENDICOTT SCHOOL: Monday: Chickenwich with lettuce and tomato, fries, applesauce. Tuesday: Tacos with lettuce and tomato, refried beans, pears. Wednesday: BBQ chicken sandwich, broccoli with cheese,...
The Whelan road bridge rebuilding project north of Pullman is nearing the home stretch this week with girders expected to be set Wednesday by a Public Works crew. A crane was scheduled to arrive Tuesday at the site on Whelan Road four miles out of Pullman. The six-week project, which began in late July, will replace an old wooden bridge with a tri-deck reinforced concrete span – expected to last 60-75 years. The Whelan Bridge was reinforced in the 1990s, which added to its lifespan. The budget for the new bridge is $143,500, with the c...
Questions 1. SCIENCE: What is the study of heat and its transformation to mechanical energy called? 2. LANGUAGE: What is the symbol associated with the Greek letter “Delta” (uppercase)? 3. MUSIC: Which city is hometown to the Red Hot Chili Peppers band? 4. PSYCHOLOGY: What is the fear represented in tachophobia? 5. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What is a male rabbit called? 6. GEOGRAPHY: Which two African nations joined to become Tanzania in 1964? 7. LITERATURE: Who wrote the children’s classic book “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory”? 8. MEASUREME...
* It was Kurt Vonnegut, one of the most influential writers of the 20th century, who made the following sage observation: “There is no reason why good cannot triumph as often as evil. The triumph of anything is a matter of organization. If there are such things as angels, I hope they are organized along the lines of the Mafia.” * Greyhounds aren’t just fast; they also have better vision than any other breed of dog. * The venerable diner saw its peak as a place for a casual meal in the late 1940s, when there were around 7,000 of them acros...
