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NOTICE OF DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE The Whitman County Planning Office issued a Determination of Non-Significance (DNS) under the State Environmental Policy Act Rules (Chapter 197-11 WAC) for the following project: Whitman County proposes to add churches to the list of allowable uses in Whitman County ordinances, Chapter 19.15 - North Pullman-Moscow Corridor District and Chapter 19.16 - South Pullman-Moscow Corridor District. After review of a completed environmental checklist and other information on file with us, the Planning Office...
Gazette Editor A possible link between the Tekoa rodeo grounds and the John Wayne Trail and decking of the high trestle at Tekoa were among topics discussed last Wed nesday, Nov. 2, in the third public meeting for the trail plan. Bill Fraser, planner for Washington State parks, reported some type of camping facility or trailhead at the rodeo grounds, site of the Iron Horse Arena, could be one of the proposals for the trail plan. Fraser and Parks Ranger Mark Truitt conducted earlier sessions in Malden and Rosalia. The aim of the meetings was to... Full story
Eye Care Coverage and Services for Retirees Dear Savvy Senior, Does Medicare cover eye care? I had excellent vision insurance through my employer for many years but lost it when I retired, and now am confused as to what Medicare actually covers. What can you tell me? Living on a Budget Dear Living, Many retirees are confused with what Medicare will and won’t cover when it comes to eye care. Here’s a breakdown of how Medicare handles different types of vision care services, along with some additional tips that can help you get affordable car...
A memorial service for Elbert (JR) Young, 73, will be at 11 a.m. today, Thursday, Nov. 10, at the Palouse Federated Church with the Rev. Corey Laughary officiating. Potlatch VFW and a US Army honor guard will participate. Mr. Young died Nov. 2, 2011, at his home in Palouse. He was the owner of the Family Café in Palouse. During his life he was a fire fighter, carpenter, salesman and a steel worker. He was born Oct. 26, 1938, in Bellow Falls, Vt., to Elbert and Arline Inez Welch Young. Surviving are his wife, Jo Ann Miller-Young at their... Full story
Colfax senior Morgan Willson Saturday morning posted a big win in the girls state B cross country race at Sun Willows golf course in Pasco. Willson finished at 18:36, 49 seconds ahead of Sierra Speiker of Oroville. The two competitors ran away from the 71 runners who launched on the Pasco golf course this year. The day’s full program was delayed for 30 minutes because the Sun Willows course was covered by frost in the early morning hours. Willson returned to the top slot on the awards stand after winning the race two years ago as a s...
Winter sports meet set A mandatory meeting for winter sports athletes and parents will be next Monday, Nov. 14, beginning at 7 p.m. in the Colfax High School auditorium, according to Athletic Director Shawna Kneale. Colfax line dominates all-NE tally Colfax football players earned 11 of the first team selections in the NE all-opponent team poll this week. The honors included six of the nine slots awarded for the two lines with Dathyon Maltone and Brent Conrad getting the honors for both lines and Arron Arneson, Cole Neu selected for the offensi...
Sarah Appel and Clare Jacobs, both Colfax, placed third and fourth, respectively, in the junior division of the state Make It With Wool competition Oct. 29 in Olympia. The competition is held in conjunction with the annual convention of the Washington State Sheep Producers Association. This year 18 contestants modeled garments they had sewn with fabric that was at least 60 percent wool. The contest is sponsored by the Washington Wool Growers Auxiliary and the Washington State Sheep Producers. Winner of the junior competition was Emily Hausner...
Using Linseed Oil to Preserve Tools Q: I’ve heard mixed information about using linseed oil to preserve tools over the winter. Do you place it on the cutting blades of garden tools, or only on the handles? Is there an alternative protectant for garden and work tools? — John F., Providence, R.I. A: Linseed oil isn’t a good protectant for the metal parts of tools. The reason is that it creates a somewhat gummy, sticky coat that may be hard to clean off come springtime. It often is used to coat and protect wooden handles, but like most preservativ... Full story
Week of Nov. 14-18 At Colfax Schools: Daily items offered at Colfax High School include salad bar, chicken sandwiches, hamburgers, deli sandwiches, vegetarian options, fresh & canned fruit, fresh vegetables, oven fries, yogurt, cottage cheese, bagels and juice. Monday: BBQ chicken on slider buns Tuesday: Strawhats w/the works, refried beans, donut Wednesday: Breakfast for lunch Thursday: Thanksgiving dinner w/the works Friday: Grilled cheese, tomato soup, crackers JES Monday: BBQ Chicken on bun, fries, veggies, fruit Tuesday: Strawhats w/the...
Dusty Guests visit from Twin Falls Steve and Fran Maki hosted Mike and Val Quesnell of Twin Falls, Idaho, friends since their college days, from Thursday to Saturday last week. Friday, they toured the Pataha Flour Mill in Pomeroy. Last Tuesday, David and Phyllis Stueckle and Ann Emerson, LaCrosse, went to Coulee Dam to visit the women’s aunt, Audrey Manning, who had been in ill health. Manning died Friday morning. Funeral services are pending. David and Phyllis Stueckle attended the birthday celebration honoring Harold Sauer at Hill Ray P...
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. **************** GRANNIES ON THE MOVE Colfax Thrifty Grandmothers Shop is in the process of moving to a new location on the opposite side of Main Street. They have leased the former site of Deacon’s Medical Equipment from Roger Deacon and are now in the process of moving. The Grandmothers Tuesday conducted the last day of business at the f... Full story
Angela Garza will offer sessions on shuttle tatting at the Endicott Branch of Whitman County Library Nov. 16, Dec. 7 and 14 at 5:45 p.m. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library with a fee of $5 for supplies. Attendees bringing their own supplies will not be asked to pay the fee. Endicott Library’s third Thursday program for students in grades 1-5 will be Nov. 15 from 3:30 – 4:30. Storytime programs are Fridays at 10 a.m. Endicott library hours are Tuesdays, 1 to 6, and Fridays, 9 to 1 p.m.... Full story
8 years ago November 12, 1886 Last Sunday, a man by the name of Burns, who lives on Rock Creek, was relieved of $150 at Palouse while intoxicated. After he had recovered from his drunken stupor he made a futile effort to discover the thief. No trace of the rascal was found. When the new offices are installed, the Whitman county government will be more completely in the hands of the Republicans than ever before. The city dads are considering the question of building a calaboose in the rear of the new engine house. Ten or a dozen flakes of...
A passport fair is scheduled Nov. 17 at the St. John Post Office from 9 a.m. until 4:15 p.m. Drop-ins are welcome but call to schedule an appointment if possible to avoid a wait. Postmaster Bill Corder will be able to assist you in the entire process including photos. Participants must have a certified birth certificate...
Palouse Discovery Science Center will host a free open house today, Thursday, from 4 to 7 p.m. to kick off the center’s pledge and membership drive. The open house will also feature “Chocolate Science,” which will include the story of where chocolate comes from, what the differences are between dark and light chocolates, and an experiment that requires chocolate chip sampling. This Friday, Nov. 11, when many area school children will be out of school, the center will host “Just Build It,” an event that will feature three interactive building...
U. S. Army Specialist Paul Swanson and Air Force honor guard A1C Kevin McKenzie (not pictured) perform the 13 folds of the American Flag Nov. 4 at Garfield Middle School. The Veterans’ Day assembly featured speaker Air National Guard Chief Master Sergeant Wayne Terry (Ret.) and Gar-Pal students including essay winner Ashley Swall, Doug Richards on trumpet and Keely Burns singing “Long, Long Journey to Heal,” a commemoration of the 10th anniversary of September 11....
Meet Christina Lionetti, Pullman Christina Lionetti loves to bake, but she doesn’t like to eat her own creations. Christina’s husband, Fred, and two-year-old daughter, Clementine, never complain about having too many cupcakes to eat. Her neighbors and friends also benefit from Christina’s baking. “I love to bake,” Christina said. “I don’t usually eat what I bake. I’d rather eat a Reese’s peanut butter cup.” While growing up in the Los Angeles area, neither she nor her mother cooked. Her meals were a combination of eating out or simple foods...
. Bank Left to display “Power of Three” Bank Left Gallery at Palouse will present The Power of Three — the art of three accomplished regional artists and devoted friends, Linda Dillard, Tamara Helm and Nancy Wriggle. Their careers and friendship have spanned 30 years, making them an enduring and influential force in the area art world. Their creative energies have focused on culinary art, environmental art, fine art and all levels of art education. The Bank Left installation ranges from oils to mixed media three-dimensional art forms - “Shri... Full story
Ashley Smith from Colfax and Ryan McDonough from Portland exchanged wedding vows in Portland Sept. 4 with the Rev. Dan Quello, retired Lutheran minister, officiaitng. The bride is the daughter of Rob and Liane Smith of Colfax, and the groom is the son of Gloria Gardner, Portland, and Mike and Dorrie McDonough from Brinnon, Wash. Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a champagne lace gown and carried a bouquet of orange gerbera daisies, roses and dahlias. Co-matrons of honor were Katie Cloaninger Heller, friend of the bride from San...
Colton’s Wildcats, who tracked Tekoa/Oakesdale through the SE volleyball league race, jolted the undefeated Nighthawks Saturday with a three-game sweep in the championship match of the SE district tourney at Pullman High Score of the upset sweep for the title was 26-24 25-20 and 25-11. Jenna Moser had nine kills and Haley Moser 11 assists in the championship match Saturday at Pullman. Colton, which placed fifth at state last year, has an 8 a.m. start Friday against Three Rivers Christian in the Yakima SunDome. The Nigthawks bounced back at P... Full story
Barner, Nora Marie, was born Nov. 1, 2011, at seven pounds, three ounces, to Steve and Brooke Barner of Pullman. Paternal grandparents are Kip and Connie Barner of Pullman. Maternal grandparents are Greg and Nola Lloyd of Spokane Valley. The baby joins brother Perry, 3. Barner, Lucille Brooke, was born Nov. 1, 2011, at six pounds, eight ounces, to Steve and Brooke Barner of Pullman. Paternal grandparents are Kip and Connie Barner of Pullman. Maternal grandparents are Greg and Nola Lloyd of Spokane Valley. The baby joins brother Perry, 3. Dyke,... Full story
4 GENERAL ELECTION RESULTS UNOFFICIAL AS OF FIRST COUNT ELECTION NIGHT Statewide Measures Initiative 1125 Limits on motor vehicle fund spending with tolls set by legislature. Yes 2,774 for 45% No 3,421 for 55% Proposition 1163 Care worker training & background checks legislation reinstated. Yes 3,866 for 62% No 2,365 for 38% Initiative 1183 Replace state liquor sales with commercial sales. Yes 3,276 for 52% No 3,082 for 48% SJR 8205 Approval of constitutional amendment ending residency requirement for voter for president and vice president....
THE WORLD THURSDAY Thirty large U.S. corporations paid no income taxes in 2008 through 2010, said a study by Citizens for Tax Justice and the Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy. Average corporate tax rate over that time was 18.5 percent. BP agreed to pay $50 million in civil penalties to the state of Texas for pollution from its Texas City refinery, including the deadly March 2005 explosion, which killed 15 workers and injured 180 other people. Idaho became the first U.S. state to require two online courses for high school graduation... Full story
After a 43-0 shutout of Asotin in the SE crossover round, Colfax Bulldogs will face off against Warden Friday night on their home field for the first round of the state playoffs. The game will be one of eight matchups with the quarter-finals and semi-finals to follow before the championships at the Tacoma Dome in early December. Last year Colfax met Warden at the same point in the season and eliminated the Cougars 54-7. This year Coach Mike Morgan expects a tougher test. Warden is expected to arrive with a team which is older and more...
Operations are expected to generate more revenue for the Port of Whitman than the agency’s property tax levy next year. The agency’s 2012 budget proposal shows income of $1,177,000 from its industrial parks and fiber optic network, while the 37 cent levy is projected to bring in $1,081,000. That brings up the question Commissioner John Love said he hears the most from constituents. “When is the port not going to have any tax dollars?” Love told his fellow commissioners during a discussion of the 2012 budget last Thursday. Not likely ever, he sa...
