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Pomeroy beat Oakesdale for the WIAA 1B state championship in Yakima Nov. 15 by a score of 16-14 in the fifth. The best-of-five championship match between the two teams in the same league started with Pomeroy up 2-0 before Oakesdale escaped a sweep in the third game. The four-time defending state champions took the fourth with little problem and it went to a fifth. It was the fourth time the Southeast 1B league rivals played this fall; the first a home Pomeroy sweep of Oakesdale, the second a...
The Amazon rainforest is getting international attention, more than it has in the past. Long recognized as the heart of the world’s climate control, it is being devastated even more than in the past. Reportedly, more of the untouched jungles have been lost in the last year than in each of the past ten years. Industrial developments such as dams and proposed gold mines, logging and farming have taken a chunk out of the forest. More devastating is land speculation. Supposedly, cleared land is up to 50 or so percent more valuable than preserved n...
#!*! Colfax Residents for reinstating the same toxic council members for our future! YYYY 2020 fresh start with Jim Retzer for Colfax!! YYYY The county for filling holes in the pavement in Steptoe....
It's not fair to call Michael Bloomberg just a superrich dilettante. He is, after all, a former mayor of New York City, so he does have some experience as a political officeholder. It is fair to describe Bloomberg as a superrich guy who obviously was looking for something to do, so he decided, "I think I'll dabble in presidential politics." "Let's see. What am I, a Republican or a Democrat? This time around I'll be a Democrat, because that other rich guy is claiming to be a Republican. He's nowhere near as wealthy as I am. That much we know,...
If the impeachment effort isn't taking the nation by storm, the Democrats have an answer -- blame it on Latin. The use of a Latin term, quid pro quo, is now thought to be a damper on the impeachment cause because it sounds complex and technical. Latin is one of the great legacies of the Roman Empire, influencing languages across Europe and giving us scientific, medical and legal terms that heretofore had been thought perfectly fitting. That was before Democrats felt they needed a more emotive phrase to characterize President Donald Trump's...
I wish we could have some way to put an initiative on the ballots in all states so all voters could decide on eliminating the problem we now have with Democrats and Republicans. An initiative on a federal election for all states to vote on similar to what we have for our state. We could then rather require our federal legislatures to enact a law that could prevent the deadlock we have now between the Democrats and Republicans where the federal government is no longer functioning and does nothing but fighting like a couple of kids. The problem...
The grounding of the 737 MAX is testing Boeing’s resiliency. It has turned the company upside down in just six months. Boeing executives and engineers have been under duress since the two fatal crashes killing 346 people in Indonesia and Ethiopia and that is likely to extend well into 2020. What started as a continuation of a most successful 2018 for Boeing has turned into a prolonged migraine. Hopefully, the world’s most successful aerospace company will weather the storm and quickly con...
The all-female space-walk was front page news for several days until it was replaced by a story about a female squadron commander at Fairchild Air Force Base. The reality of capable women shouldn’t be a news splash. The attributes for becoming an astronaut or a military commander have nothing to do with gender. I look forward to the day when everyone realizes that. Our country seems to be lagging behind the rest of the world in accepting women in the role of national leaders. Maybe we just need the right individual to break the ice. We h...
MARRIAGE LICENSES Jennifer Doris Holmes, 46, and Lars Roger Nordlien, 38, both Lewiston, Oct. 30. REAL ESTATE Thomas and Linda K. Shawgo, St. John, to Scott M. Shawgo, Lamont, land east of Lamont, $26,200, Nov. 12. Jeff and Sherri Parker, LaCrosse, to Shawn Mills and Amanda Anderson-Mills, 14 lots on S. Main, LaCrosse, $49,000, Nov. 13. Christopher Scholt to Aaron and Amy Alonzo, Clarkston, house on SE Johnson Ave., Pullman, $285,000, Nov. 13. Daniel and Cynthia Vollmen, Pullman, to Alisha Mason, Paul and Darla Mason, 1994 King 26 X 40 m...
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. LEGAL COSTS HIKE BUDGET Colfax city council members Monday night approved a $75,000 addition to this year's city budget to cover unanticipated costs for legal fees. The costs were incurred by the city in an unsuccessful attempt to stop Police Chief Rick McNannay's Civil Service Board petition...
Over Veterans Day weekend, Harm and Jan Smith joined Bobbie and Larry Morgan, Jason and Gina Morgan and Micah, all of Yakima, in Portland to celebrate Micah’s 12th birthday. All attended the Trailblazers basketball game and joined Micah in cheering for the Trailblazers, who won in overtime. Dick and Helen Appel attended the Washington State Sheep Producers meeting in Vancouver, Wash. Helen is president of the Wool Growers Auxiliary, and Dick is on the board, representing District Six. On the way to the meeting, they visited their daughter, D...
Harold Sauer of Colfax celebrated his 98th birthday Nov. 6 at Whitman Health & Rehab. Sauer owned and operated Colfax Credit Bureau. He later moved to Pullman after purchasing what is now called "The State Inn" Motel, formerly known as the Manor Lodge Motel Paradise Street in downtown Pullman. Harold and his family operated the Credit Bureau for 50 years and the motel from late 1970's until early 2000's. Sauer also served in World War II as a tech staff sergeant in the US Army. Celebrating with...
Endicott Food Center hosted a senior meal on Nov. 12. The meal was a Thanksgiving feast with about 55 seniors present. Shop Local was held Nov. 16 at Endicott Food Center. Thirteen vendors displayed and sold their wares. A variety of appetizers, chocolate fountain with fruits and cookies and beverages were served. A steady stream of customers came and went throughout the day. Dad’s Night in Pinochle club met Nov. 20 at the home of Ellen Bachman in Benge. Attending were Ellen Bachman, Irma Kent and Bertie Honn, Benge; Kathy Schlomer, Casey S...
The 15th annual Turkey Leg fun run will be Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 28, at 7:45 a.m. All proceeds are used to fund new children’s books and activities for the Palouse Library. The race will begin at the Roy M. Chatters Newspaper & Printing Museum, 117 E Main St, Palouse, at 7:45 a.m. with donuts, hot cider and hot chocolate available for the public. Donations are collected the morning of the race or can be made at the Palouse Library. Over the past 15 years, the run has raised more than $15,000 which was used to purchase hundreds of c...
If a person heads to downtown Colfax and stops by the Colfax Mercantile, they won't find just one little store inside, but will discover an incubator with eight different businesses. One of these businesses is Wild Women's Western Wear co-owned by Kristy Hennigar and Bryce Boesel. While Kristy's family has deep roots in Colfax, Kristy herself was raised on a cattle ranch in Arkansas. Kristy, along with her parents and all her siblings except for her eldest brother, returned to Colfax when she...
A $1,600 grant to Palouse Discovery Science Center which will be used to purchase new signs for their building and driveway entrance was awarded by the Pullman Chamber of Commerce at their Nov. 12 luncheon meeting. The chamber's community investment fund committee reviews grant applications for funding needs that have a minimum of $250 and a maximum of $10,000. Programs with missions that align with www.Pullman2040.org projects are the focus of the investment funds awards....
Carmen Barkley, Lacey, was named senior winner, and Jill Swannack, Lamont, placed in the adult division at the state "Make It With Wool" competition Nov. 9 in Vancouver, Wash. The competition was in conjunction with the annual Washington State Sheep Producers Association. Barkley, 23, constructed and modeled a three-piece wool ensemble consisting of a beige textured wool bomber jacket, tan wool and cashmere pants with faux leather accents and black jersey tank top. She won a trip to the...
AT COLFAX SCHOOL: Monday: Chicken patty or burger, fries, fruit, caesar salad Tuesday: Strawhats or burger, fruit, refried beans, frosted cookie Wednesday: Teriyaki chicken, rice or chicken patty, green beans, fruit Thursday: No school Friday: No school AT COLTON SCHOOL: Monday: Country fried steak, roll, potatoes, mixed veggies, fruit Tuesday: Cheese rippers, green beans, salad mix, fruit Wednesday: No school Thursday: No school Friday: No school AT ENDICOTT SCHOOL: Monday: Chickenwich with lettuce and tomato, fries, strawberries Tuesday:...
Colfax FFA soils and land evaluation teams competed Nov. 6 at the state event in Benton County. Colfax's first team of Cora Shindler, Gunnar Aune, Ayden Miller, McCoy Nelson and Kolby Slate won the state championship, and team two of Mark Morgan, Perry Imler, Derek Repp, Dustin Broeckel and Riane Jones placed sixth. Three members were recognized among the top ten individuals. Aune was second, Nelson sixth and Morgan ninth. Two teams Nov. 14 traveled to Moses Lake to attend the Washington State...
Friendly Euchre competition will be today, Nov. 21, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the Albion Library. All adults welcome at the card table, and registration is not required. Euchre, usually played with 24 highest cards, is a trick-taking game for two to four players. The aim is to win at least three of the five tricks played. For additional information, contact Timothy Weng at the Albion Library at 509-338-9641. The Albion Library is open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. and Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m....
Bank Left Gallery/Bistro will celebrate 15 Christmases Dec. 7, from 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. The open house will feature utilitarian art from artists and designers. Dick Domey of Pullman will sell unique ornaments, paintings, gifts and installations by local artists. Nelson Duran, Louanne Deerkop and Tamara Helm will sell vintage original paintings of birds and flowers. There will be a Christmas bakery and luncheon and a pop up Christmas at the Shady Acres Farm, 15912 on Highway 27. Hours will be Dec. 7, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. for the open house,...
Taste test treats by the decade to test your knowledge with Candy Trivia Monday, Nov. 25, at 12:30 p.m. at the Oakesdale Library. This free event is open to tweens and teens. For additional information, contact Elana Nordstrom at 509-285-4310. Oakesdale Library is open Mondays from 1 to 6 p.m. and Wednesdays from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m....
Dear Savvy Senior, How do I go about making a family health history? Most of my relatives have died before age 65, so my doctor recently suggested I create a family history to help identify my own genetic vulnerabilities. Approaching 50 Dear Approaching, This is a very good idea. An accurate family health history remains one of the most important tools in keeping yourself healthy as you age, and the holidays when family members come together is a great time to do it. Here’s what you should know, along with some tips and tools to help you c...
Thursday, Nov. 21 Malden – 9 a.m. – Home School Group – Families can get together and share ideas. Colton & Colfax – After-school fun – Call or visit us online for specific times and themes. Colton – 3 to 7 p.m. – Virtual reality – Complete a mission in space or take a tour through the bloodstream. Albion – 4:30 to 6 p.m. – Euchre Tournament – Adults can enjoy a round or two of this classic card game. Tekoa – 4:30 p.m. – Holiday memory book craft – Make an adorable holiday craft for yourself or a gift. Colton – 5:30 p.m. – Bingo & pie – Pla...
