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Notice of Account Closure Whitman County residents who are in possession of Fair Premium Checks for ribbons earned in past years, please cash your checks. Whitman County will be closing the Fair Premium Account on November 6, 2017. Please cash checks prior to November 6, 2017. 40/2 NOTICE OF HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Whitman County Commissioners has completed and will place on file at the Office of the Whitman County Commissioners, Whitman County Courthouse, the Preliminary Budget for Fiscal Year 2018. The total amount... Full story
Dear Savvy Senior, What can you tell me about the flu shots made for seniors? I got sick last winter after getting a standard flu shot, and am wandering if the flu vaccine for older adults would provide me better protection this year. Almost 70 Dear Almost, There are actually two different flu shots – the Fluzone High Dose and FLUAD – that are designed specifically for people age 65 and older (you only need to get one of them). These FDA approved vaccines are designed to offer extra protection beyond what a standard flu shot provides, whi... Full story
CITY-CABLE FRANCHISE ON THE TABLE A draft of the proposed franchise agreement with Colfax Cable was presented to the Colfax City Council Oct 2 for review. City Administrator Dodd Snodgrass said the agreement is similar to the one reached by the city and Avista last year. The agreement provides a non-exclusive right for the company to use city right-of-way to install the cable. Snodgrass said the agreement has been reviewed by Colfax City Attorney John Kragt and the general manager of the cable company. Councilman Jim Kackman questioned whether...
Cowboy Poets at Dahmen barn Palouse Country Cowboy Poets will perform at 2 p.m. Oct. 15 at the Dahmen Barn in Uniontown. Admission is $10. The performance will include western music. The group has been performing twice a year since the barn opened. Poets reciting will be Dick Warwick, Orvil Sears, Slim Dewitt and J.B. Barber. Musicians are Jim Aasen, Dave Fulfs, Donna Gwinn and Lee Hardwiger. Emcee will be Eric Larson The Palouse Country Cowboy Poetry Association was formed in 1995 with seven members. Today there are approximately 40 members,...
AT COLFAX SCHOOL: Monday: Chicken patty, fries, baked beans, fruit. Tuesday: Biscuit with gravy, egg patty, sweet potato gems, fruit. Wednesday: Chicken Alfredo, veggies, fruit, bread stick. Thursday: Bulldog burger, cheese slice, fries, fruit. Friday: Pizza, pineapple, Caesar salad, cookie. AT ENDICOTT SCHOOL: Monday: Chickenwich with lettuce and tomato, fries, banana. Tuesday: Taco with lettuce and tomato, refried beans, applesauce. Wednesday: Noon dismissal - BBQ chicken sandwich, veggie tray, Dreamsicle salad. Thursday: Spaghetti, salad,...
A Colfax flu shot clinic will be next Wednesday, Oct. 18, from 3 to 7 p.m. at Colfax High School cafeteria. Anyone in the community four years of age and older can get their flu shot. Children to age 17 must have a signed parental consent form to get the shot. Both the JES and CHS offices will have those forms and they will be available at the clinic. The shots are not free. Participants can either pay $40 or show their insurance card, and Rite Aid will bill your insurance company....
The former Associated Agency Group (AAG) Insurance in Colfax is now NFP Property & Casualty. NFP Corporation, based in New York, N.Y., acquired AAG in June and has been converting the name on offices since. Karine Moll, senior account manager, remains the lone employee at the Colfax location on Main Street. With more than 3,800 employees, NFP is an insurance broker and consultant that provides employee benefits, property & casualty, retirement and individual private client solutions through licensed subsidiaries and affiliates. NFP was ranked t...
Randy D. Fisher A memorial gathering for Randy D. Fisher, 56, Tekoa, will be Saturday, Oct. 14, 11 a.m. at the Tekoa High School multipurpose room. A potluck luncheon will follow. Mr. Fisher died Sunday, Oct. 1, at his home in Tekoa. Born Dec. 15, 1960, in Spokane, to Maralyn Smith and Elwood Fisher, he was raised by his mother and attended schools in Spokane and Moscow, Idaho. Following his education, Randy started working seasonally for the McHargue family, first for Charles, then for Ron and... Full story
Left to Right Front: Jadyn Guske, Kierstyn Ray, Logan Stanley, Dawn Maureen Adsitt, Jordanne Webb, Lauren Stubbs, Genevieve McGregor, Isabel Shepherd, Braden Miller, Levi Bailey, Austin Coniber, Gavin Parrish, Stephen Campbell, Trey Fleming, Ty Harder, Caden Noah...
8 Years Ago The Commoner October 14, 1892 The Canadian Pacific Navigation company’s steamer Premier was struck by the steam collier Willamette in a dense fog off Whidbey island, about 10 miles this side Port Townsend, at about 2 o’clock Saturday afternoon. Four killed, one drowned and 17 badly wounded. 100 Years Ago The Colfax Commoner October 12, 1917 The new St. Ignatius hospital is nearly completed and the Sisters announce that patients are being received at the institution. The third story of the new building is nearly completed, and the...
Thursday, Oct. 12 Colfax – 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. – The Palouse and WWI (ACT 2 Class) – Discover how the Palouse geared up to fight the War to End All Wars and was forever changed. The class runs Oct. 12 – Nov. 9 and cost is $35. Call 509-279-6030 to register. St. John – 3:30 to 5 p.m. – Tinker Tech Time – Students K-5 are invited for STEM activities at the St. John School. Kids will use Snap Circuits, LEGO Mindstorms, Ozobots and Magnetix. Single $10 fee per student; return forms to Mrs. Maloney. Colfax – 7 p.m. – Inland Northwest Agricul...
Neill Public Library is pleased to feature art by local scrap metal artist Dave Coyle. “A Different Kind of Junkyard” features futuristic steampunk creations, “grubby” robots and other whimsical creatures. Coyle’s art is on display now through November. For more information about art pieces, contact Dave Coyle at [email protected]...
Open enrollment for health insurance and Medicare supplement will be Oct. 15 through Dec. 7, and volunteers Daniel and Joyce Leonard will be at Whitman County library branches to help current and future Medicare recipients. Participants should bring a list of current medications. Drop in anytime during the scheduled hours for assistance. The library is partnering again this year with Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors to offer free, unbiased, confidential help in making decisions. Supplement policies need an annual review as they chan... Full story
From left to right: Brandy Wigen, Dana Repp and Kristen Inderrieden, the proprietors of 165° Brew, LLC. Kristen Inderrieden, Brandy Wigen and Dana Repp are three local “farm wives” with a knack for the food business. Dana is originally from Dusty, Brandy is from Walla Walla and Kristen grew up on the west side of the state. Kristen met her husband, Allen, when he was a student at WSU. Dana is married to Aaron, her high school sweetheart, and Brandy is married to Pete, whom she met while in colle... Full story
Next meeting of the Whitman County Library Board of Trustees will be Monday, Oct. 16, at 4 p.m. in The Center at Colfax Library. Board meetings are open to the public and community members are encouraged to attend. For more information contact Shirley Cornelius, county library business manager, at the library....
Endicott The Endicott Community Club held its regular monthly meeting at Trinity Lutheran Church Parish Hall. The club sponsored a community cleanup Sept. 29 and 30. Many loads of yard waste were picked up by Junior High students, with Principal Bruce Porubeck driving the truck. Trucks, pickups and cars brought many loads to the trash bin. Final discussion concerning the annual German Dinner and Silent Auction which will be Nov. 5 at the Endicott School. Advertising will be out very soon. Proceeds from the dinner will be go to a Veterans Apprec...
Dusty Selbu Church women will host a bake sale Friday, Oct. 13, at the Gathering Place in LaCrosse beginning at 9:30 a.m. Jeanne Levy, Tacoma; Dianne Morris, Valleyford, and Jan Smith, Dusty, spent a day together last week. The sisters enjoyed the beautiful fall day visiting and exploring Liberty Lake and Coeur d’Alene. Last Friday, Harm and Jan Smith attended Grandparents’ Day at Riverside Christian School in Yakima where grandson Micah attends fourth grade. Friday evening, Harm, Micah and son-in-law Jason enjoyed game night for fourth and... Full story
Pullman League of Women Voter plans two forums this month. An issues forum will be at Encounter Ministries, 190 SE Crestview Drive, Oct. 16, from 6-7:30 p.m. in Pullman. Pullman City Supervisor Adam Lincoln and Parks Superintendent Kurt Dahmen will give presentations on the Pullman general bond proposal and the parks and paths bond. These presentations will be followed by a tour of Encounter Ministries. A candidates forum will be at Neill Public Library Oct. 18 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Six candidates for city council and two candidates for the...
Members of the Colfax homecoming court introduced at halftime Friday, from the left, were Queen Carmen Gfeller, senior princess Emma Neu, junior princess Skylre Sakamoto-Howell, sophomore princess Taylre Sakamoto-Howell and freshman princess Sydney Berquist. Escorts, from the left, were Christopher Jones, Chase Baerlocher, Ben Ahmann, Dane Hall and Brett Kincaid.... Full story
The 14-year-old Colfax boy who was arrested by Colfax police after he allegedly threatened to shoot up the high school has been scheduled for an Oct. 19 fact finding hearing. The youth has been formally charged with harassment with a threat to kill. The hearing date was set Oct. 5 in juvenile court. The youth was arrested Sept. 21 after he allegedly posted a threat to “shoot up the school” on Snapchat. Students who had seen the posting advised the high school counselor who reported the post to city police. The formal charge was filed the nex...
Palouse Public Works Assistant Marc Arrasmith retired after 31 years with the city last week. A reception was at city hall Oct. 5, and a plaque presented to him. As part of his work, he took care of the cemetery and all public parks, including repair and maintenance. In the winter he was responsible for clearing snow and ice. “Out of all city staff, I’ve gotten more compliments for his work than anyone,” said Michael Echanove, Palouse mayor. “The public assets he took care of mean a lot to people.” Arrasmith began as a groundske... Full story
Colfax middle and high school students marched from school to the Baptist Church lot for a Homecoming pep rally Oct. 6. Colfax High Principal Carrie Lipe and Athletic Director Nathan Holbrook show their school spirit with a dance routine on the top of the flatbed truck. Class competition gets underway with the hula hoop game. The cheerleading squad helps get the student body fired up for homecoming week by leading a rousing rendition of their “Let me see your alligator” cheer. Students rea... Full story
REAL ESTATE SALES B & B Capital, LLC to Clark and Coulter Properties, Pacoima, Calif., house on S. Grand, Pullman, $500,000, Sept. 29. Harry and Gerda MacDonald, to Grace Bussoli, Cle Elum, house on SE Fancy Free Drive, Pullman, $180,000, Sept. 29. Linda Peterson, Pullman, to Bridgett and Justin Morgan, Colfax, house on SR 194 in Onecho area, $355,207, Sept. 29. Federal National Mortgage Association to Shawn and Sabrina McAdams, Colfax. house on N. Park Street, Colfax, $64,000, Sept. 29. Monte and Jennifer Griffin, Pullman, to Gary and Annie... Full story
I remember an ad on TV several years ago showing a teacher grading papers on her kitchen table late at night. That ad was instrumental in my becoming a teacher after I retired from the Air Force. I wanted to share the feeling of dedication that I felt in that hard working, underpaid teacher. That stereotypical servant is still alive and well in the small schools in Eastern Washington but is being replaced in some places by the angry image of union activists. My first school was a one room country school that housed over forty students ruled by... Full story
On a recent Saturday afternoon in Portland, a young woman stepped onto the playing field at the beginning of the University of Montana vs Portland State football game and started singing our national anthem. She immediately drew a blank on the words and briefly stopped, but as she started apologizing, the fans spontaneously took up the singing. By the time, the Stars Spangled Banner ended everyone in the packed stadium was singing in harmony. After the song ended, they gave her a huge ovation---clapping and cheering. For a moment, they were not... Full story
