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Marilyn Marie Stair died at the age of 92 on September 16, 2024, in Colfax, Washington. Marilyn was born August 2, 1932, in Danzig, North Dakota, to Lydia (Nills) Brinkman and Amos Brinkman. Her family owned and operated a grocery store and cattle ranch. She learned to keep accurate, detailed records for her dad buying and selling cattle at the sales. She moved to Vancouver, Washington in 1952, where she met Robert Stair. They were engaged within three weeks, married within six, and celebrated... Full story
Jeanne passed away on September 19, 2024, in Spokane, Washington, with her children by her side. She was born in Spokane, Washington, on January 28, 1933. Jeanne and her twin sister, Jeannette, were the first babies to use an incubator at Sacred Heart Hospital. Her parents were Charles and Ellen Proctor. Jeanne graduated from Cheney High School in 1951 and met and married Robert Grogan in 1954. They farmed and had four children, Richard, Renea, Ronald and Michael. Jeanne had a very positive and... Full story
Mike wasn't afraid to take chances, work hard and build things. He was born June 13, 1938 to E.W. "Bill" and Bonnie Johnson in Colfax, Wash. He was raised on a farm east of Colfax near the Palouse River in the Glenwood area and eventually moved to the current family farm after marrying Karen, his wife of 62 years. They soon had three children Ed, Kevin, and Kelly. Mike graduated from Colfax High School in 1956. He was a four-year letterman in basketball and lettered three years in track and... Full story
Jacob “Jake” Frank Riedner, 31, of Moscow, Idaho, passed away at home to join his Heavenly Father on September 21, 2024, after a courageous seven-year battle with neuroendocrine cancer. Jake was born July 16, 1993, at Gritman Medical Center in Moscow, Idaho, to Gary & Teri (Becker) Riedner. He grew up in Colton, Wash., and attended elementary school at Guardian Angel-St. Boniface Parochial School, graduating from Colton High School in 2012. Jake enjoyed all sports, including football, basketball, and baseball, playing catcher on Colton’s 2012... Full story
COLFAX—The Whitman County Jail reported the following individuals booked from Sept. 18 to Sept. 23 Sept. 18 Ashley Ann McBride, 32, Spokane County District Court warrant fourth degree assault. $1,000 bond or $1,000 cash bail through District Court. Sept. 20 Tanner Jesse Morris, 21, fourth degree assault, unlawful imprisonment domestic violence. Held without bail through Superior Court. Gino Gonzaga Rodriquez, 62, federal violation. Held without bail through Federal Court. Sept. 21 William Michael Roper, 34, warrant third degree theft, false s...
COLFAX —The Colfax Police Department responded to the following calls from Sept. 12 to Sept. 18 Sept. 12 3:22 p.m.- One subject was trespassed North Main Street. Sept. 16 10:25 p.m.- Loose dog complaint West A Avenue. 3:29 p.m.- Welfare check South West Street. 3:54 p.m.- Civil call North Mill Street. 6:40 p.m.- Civil call North Lake Street. Sept. 17 10:56 a.m.- Suspicious person, circumstance North Lake Street. 11:48 a.m.- Deliver message South I Street. 11:57 a.m.- Suspicious person, circumstance 400 North Mill Street, Police Department. 4...
COLFAX – The Whitman County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following calls from Sept. 17 to Sept. 23 Sept. 17 6:47 a.m.- South D Street, Albion. Two vehicle collision. 10:11 a.m.- West Woodworth Street, Uniontown. Stray animals. 11:02 a.m.- West Almota Road, Palouse. Other law enforcement calls. 12:25 p.m.- West Cleveland Street, Garfield. Welfare check. 12:28 p.m.- Seabury Road, Oakesdale. Abandoned vehicle. 12:57 p.m.- Steptoe Street, Colton. Public program. 2:02 p.m.- Union Street, Colton. Public program. 2:20 p.m.- North Mill Str...
COLFAX — The Whitman County Assessor’s Office reported the following land transactions from Sept. 11 to Sept. 17 Sept. 12 Robert Cardon, Rosalia, select land, Rosalia, to Janean Phillips, Rosalia. Parcels 1-1618-00-07-04-0000, 1-1618-00-07-02-0000, Quit Claim Deed. Kevin and Tamela Scholz, Colfax, 302 West Wawawai St., Colfax, to Brian Scholz, Colfax. Quit Claim Deed. Randy Porter and Rolla (Porter) Baker, heirs of Gary and Alice Porter, sold 402 S. Whitman Street, Rosalia, to LeRoy Wheller, Rosalia. Parcels 1-1575-00-11-14-0000, 1-1...
ROSALIA — Rail fans can gather in Rosalia for several events centered around railroad history. The library is teaming up with Cascade Rail Foundation and Thunderhead Ranch to put on a railroad history presentation in downtown Rosalia at 1 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 5. After the presentation, attendees can take a guided history hike on the former Milwaukee Road right of way over the Rosalia Concrete Arch bridges which are now part of the Palouse to Cascades State Park trail. The hike after the presentation will feature comparative historic photos o...
COLFAX - A decked-out-in-pink Bettie Steiger Community Center boasted a large group of women who were coming together to raise funds for breast cancer awareness Saturday, Sept. 21. The Whitman Hospital and Medical Clinics Auxiliary hosted "Strength in Pink," the first luncheon honoring those who have been affected by breast cancer on Sept. 21. A silent auction took place until 2 p.m. to raise funds. Diane Clark welcomed the group of women, followed by a blessing by Darlene Kroll and the tables...
COLFAX - It is said that the appearance of a butterfly can signify that a passed loved one is with you always. This was taken into consideration as attendees of the first Palouse Butterfly Release gathered in Shmuck Park, Saturday, Sept. 21. The park gazebo filled with people who had sent in names of those they lost and those who came to share in the memories of their loved ones. Tables along the edges of the gazebo had notes stating "you are missed," with other similar sentiments and tissues...
OAKESDALE — An Oakesdale FFA high school freshman has been named a national finalist in the FFA Agriscience Fair. Kellan Demeerler was named the 2024 national finalist this year in the Power, Structure and Technical Systems category in the FFA Agriscience competition. DeMeerler will take part in the annual National FFA Convention and Expo taking place Wednesday, Oct. 23 through Saturday, Oct. 26, at the Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. On Friday, Sept. 20, DeMeerler had his National interview via Zoom, going before a panel of industry e...
Pullman Regional Hospital Isabelle Grace Karnerrer, a girl, was born Sept. 17, 2024 to parents Kyle and Noel Kamerrer, of Pullman. She weighed 9 pounds, 10 ounces. Paternal Grandparents are Rick and Kate Karnerrer, of Pullman. Maternal Grandparents are Julie Wukelic, of Fox Island, Wash., and Ed Webster, II, of Yakima. Isabelle joins Evelyn Rose, 29 months, at home. Emmett Joe Rogers, a boy, was born Sept. 16, 2024, to parents Joey Rogers and Katelynn Quinn-Hollis, of Pullman. He weighed 7 pounds, 1.4 ounces. Paternal Grandparents are Linda...
Colfax Monday, Sept. 30 Chef salad with tomato, ham, turkey, cucumber, cheese and hard boiled egg; homemade roll, fruit, chocolate chip cookies. Thursday, Oct. 3 Chicken caesar salad, roll, fresh fruit, chocolate cream cheese cups. Colton Wednesday, Oct. 2 Pork chops, rice pilaf, cooked carrots, fruit, birthday dessert. LaCrosse Tuesday, Oct. 1 No meal. Palouse Wednesday, Oct. 2 Cube steak with brown gravy, sauteed mushrooms, rice pilaf, cooked carrots, birthday dessert. Pullman Friday, Sept. 27 Biscuits and gravy, sausage links, scrambled...
America needs a statesperson of the stature, capability, and perspective of Daniel J. Evans as our next President. Dan Evans died on September 20 at the age of 98 after serving as our state’s three term governor, two term U.S. Senator, a state legislator and in many prominent civic and public positions beginning in the late 1950s. He was political and partisan, but Evans was pragmatic, tough and a problem-solver. He was a visionary who was not afraid to take a risk even if it meant his demise. If you went against Dan Evans, you’d better do your...
In 2021, the Biden Administration passed the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, which included a provision to give $42.5 billion to the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment program to provide under-served and rural areas with internet access. To date, it has connected nobody. The plan required U.S. states and territories to submit plans for investment and deployment by the end of 2023, which all have done. Expected roll out won’t occur until 2026 by most optimistic deadlines. It’s better than nothing, right? Maybe not. When you loo...
Fact: Wind Turbine blades wear out and are sometimes replaced. Fact: The fiber dust and particles are being deposited downwind from the turbines and it will never go away. In Texas many ranches now will not buy hay if it has been raised close to turbines. If that is the case in Texas what may be happening to our crops and soil when there are thousands of turbines up wind from us in Wash. and Ore. Could that answer be hidden from us? Rod Hubner, Garfield...
Dear editor, My name is Gene Siple. I am now retired but I served eight years as the Coordinator for Whitman County Legal Services, the county volunteer lawyer program that helped low-income people find legal assistance in civil cases. I am not an attorney myself, but I had the privilege of working with local attorneys who were willing to provide pro bono assistance to clients. I am grateful for the many hours that Jenna Brozik donated to the program. Civil legal cases, such as family law, are very complex and time consuming. Jenna always...
BOISE, Idaho — A status conference hearing is scheduled next week for Bryan Kohberger, 29, the man accused of killing four University of Idaho students, in Ada County Superior Court following his relocation. The status conference is scheduled at 2 p.m., for Thursday, Sept. 26, before Idaho 4th District Judge Steven Hippler, who was recently assigned to the case. Kohberger was transferred to Ada County by plane this past Sunday after the Idaho Supreme Court moved his trial from Moscow to Boise. Kohberger faces four counts of first-degree m...
COLFAX — In the Sept. 19 issue of the Whitman County Gazette, in an article titled “Pullman Boys and Girls Club granted $20,000,” it was inaccurately stated that the funds awarded totalled $20,000. Whitman County Commissioners moved and approved signing an agreement rewarding $200,000 in American Rescue Plan Act funds for childcare services through the Lewis and Clark Valley Boys and Girls Club....
PULLMAN – Local primary care clinics are gearing up for the 2024 flu season by offering flu vaccine clinics to protect the community. Pullman Regional’s primary care clinics, including Palouse Pediatrics, Pullman Family Medicine, Palouse Health Center, and the Family Medicine Residency Center, will host a series of flu shot clinics with convenient options for both established and new patients. Palouse Pediatrics will offer drive-thru flu vaccine clinics, allowing established patients to receive their shots without leaving their cars. The dri...
PULLMAN — The Pullman City Council held its regular meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 24, where key topics on the agenda included updates on 2024 housing legislation and a presentation on public entity finances. The meeting, to be presided over by Mayor Francis A. Benjamin, provided residents with an opportunity to engage in two public comment sessions — one for non-agenda-related comments and another specifically for final action items. A presentation led by Jeff Elbracht, Director of Finance and Administrative Services, will educate attendees on the...
COLFAX — The Whitman Hospital Board of Commissioners discussed several updates during the monthly meeting including policy updates, grants received, financial updates and RV park upgrades. During the Wednesday, Sept. 18, meeting Board Commissioner Cherry Alice VanTine reported to the board updates from the Ethics meeting, which occurred earlier that morning, stating that Chief Nursing Officer Bill Bryant reported there is now a no-show policy in place for the clinics. “We started the beginning of this month, so we’ll bring some stati...
