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  • Records

    The Whitman County Gazette|Nov 21, 2024

    Jail Log COLFAX—The Whitman County Jail reported the following individuals booked from Nov. 13 to Nov. 18 Nov. 13 Daymo James Sams, 38, warrant third-degree driving with a suspended license through Kittitas County District Court; warrant third-degree driving with a suspended license through Franklin County District Court. $16,000 cash bail only. Third degree driving with a suspended license through Whitman County District Court, $500 cash bail only. Justin Chance Stringer, 31, warrant possession of a controlled substance with intent to d...

  • Pullman teen killed in crash

    Roger Hanack, Free Press Publishing|Nov 21, 2024

    ROSALIA - A Pullman teenager was killed Saturday morning, Nov. 16, in a five-vehicle crash on U.S. Highway 195. Zion M. Bischoff, 13, was transported from the scene of the crash about 3 miles north of Rosalia to Sacred Heart Hospital in Spokane, where he was pronounced dead, the Washington State Patrol reported. Stephen A. Bischoff, 44, also of Pullman, was also transported to the hospital, where he was treated and released. Nobody else was injured in the crash. The crash investigation prompted...

  • Volleyball teams bring home trophies

    Matthew Strissel, The Whitman County Gazette|Nov 21, 2024

  • Teen arrested in hoax call case

    Olivia Harnack, The Whitman County Gazette|Nov 21, 2024

    GARFIELD — A 15-year-old male from Garfield was arrested Tuesday, Nov. 12, on charges of accessory to false reports of explosives in public or private places. This arrest follows a several months-long investigation into a series of hoax emergency calls targeting police departments across the country. The arrest, made by the Whitman County Sheriff’s Office under a felony warrant from Nez Perce County, was the result of a detailed investigation led by Lewiston Police Department Detective Zach Thomas. According to the Lewiston Police Dep...

  • Court system restored after outage

    Olivia Harnack, The Whitman County Gazette|Nov 21, 2024

    COLFAX — The online courts system in Washington, which was taken offline earlier this month due to a cyber security breach, is gradually returning online, with some counties seeing a slower return to normal operations. The system, which provides essential services such as criminal background checks and firearm eligibility assessments, was down for nearly two weeks. This disruption created significant challenges for local prosecutors, judges, and court staff, particularly in smaller counties. “There have been some postponements,” said Adam...

  • Births

    Nov 21, 2024

    Whitman Hospital and Medical Clinics Georgia Margaret Rueb, a girl, was born to parents Calvin and Esther Rueb, of Rosalia. Paternal Grandparents are Greg Rueb and Shaw and Lyn Fedina, of Sedrow Wolley, Wash. Maternal Grandparents are Vernon and Margie Beach, of Arlington. Pullman Regional Hospital Rylas Morford, a boy, was born Nov. 12, 2024 to parents Kaley Gabel and Louis Morford, of Pullman. He weighed 7 pounds, 9 ounces. Rylas has paternal grandparents of Colfax. Rylas joins sister Nova, 1, at home. Hudson James Sanzore, a boy, was born...

  • Public Hearing

    Liz Powell, Whitman County Gazette|Nov 21, 2024

    Public Hearing The Town of Rosalia will be holding a Public Hearing on November 26th, 2024 regarding the 2025 Preliminary Budget. Hearing will start at 7:30pm at 110 W Fifth St.,Rosalia. Written comments can be submitted prior to the hearing to Rosalia City Hall, 110 W Fifth St. or PO Box 277 Rosalia, WA 99170. Published November 14 and 21, 2024...

  • NOTICE OF REVIEW UTILITY FEE CHANGES

    Liz Powell, Whitman County Gazette|Nov 21, 2024

    NOTICE OF REVIEW UTILITY FEE CHANGES NOTICE is hereby given than the City of Pullman will consider, at the City Council meeting on December 3, 2024, 6% increases to the monthly water, sewer, and stormwater fees. These increases are to help offset the impact of inflation associated with the costs of providing utility services. For additional information, please refer to the City Council Regular Meeting agenda of September 27, 2022 (https://www.pullman-wa.gov/Sept27Agenda) and/or the meeting recording (https://www.pullman-wa.gov/Sept27Meeting...

  • PUBLIC NOTICE

    Liz Powell, Whitman County Gazette|Nov 21, 2024

    PUBLIC NOTICE The Town of Malden is seeking applicants for the part-time position of Clerk-Treasurer. Prior governmental accounting, BARS coding & accounting/bookkeeping experience is preferred. A minimum of 18-20 hours a week is required. Salary starts at $20 an hour DOE. There are no benefits. A detailed job description is available by emailing [email protected]. Cover letters and resumes from prospective candidates may be submitted in person at 119 West Broadway Ave, emailed to [email protected] or mailed to Town of Malden, 14...

  • PUBLIC NOTICE

    Liz Powell, Whitman County Gazette|Nov 21, 2024

    PUBLIC NOTICE The City of Colfax is requesting proposals for the position of Municipal Judge for the City of Colfax Municipal Court. Proposals may be sent to the City of Colfax, P O Box 229, Colfax, WA 99111 by 5 p.m. December 6, 2024. Published November 21 and 28, 2024...

  • PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS

    Liz Powell, Whitman County Gazette|Nov 21, 2024

    PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.020) SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR WHITMAN COUNTY NO. 24-4-00127-38 Estate of CLARA JEAN MANSFIELD, Deceased. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE The above Court has appointed Connie J. Hall as Personal Representative of Decedent’s estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must present the claim: (a) Before the time when the claim would be barred by any applicable statute of limitations, and (b) In the manner provided in RCW 11.40.070: (i) By filing the original of the claim with the foregoing Court, and (...

  • PUBLIC NOTICE

    Liz Powell, Whitman County Gazette|Nov 21, 2024

    PUBLIC NOTICE The City of Tekoa will hold a public hearing after the hour of 6 P.M, December 2, 2024, at the regular council meeting at Tekoa City Hall for the Final Budget Hearing. All citizens are invited to attend. Eliza Evans-Teague, Clerk/Treasurer Published November 21 and 28, 2024...

  • Notice of Budget Hearing Town of Endicott

    Liz Powell, Whitman County Gazette|Nov 21, 2024

    Notice of Budget Hearing Town of Endicott The 2025 budget hearing for the Town of Endicott will be held on Tuesday, December 10,2024, in the town hall at 7:00 p.m. Copies of the proposed budget may be obtained from the office of the city clerk during normal business hours from December 1, 2024, Until December 10,2024. Citizens attending the hearing have the right to provide written and oral comments and ask questions concerning the entire budget. Published November 21, 2024...

  • Town of Endicott, WA Request for Qualification Data to Furnish Engineering Services

    Liz Powell, Whitman County Gazette|Nov 21, 2024

    Town of Endicott, WA Request for Qualification Data to Furnish Engineering Services RSQ - Request for Qualification Data to Furnish Engineering Services, Endicott WA Request for Statement of Qualification (RSQ) The Town of Endicott, Washington is inviting statements of qualifications and performance information from individuals or firms interested in providing professional engineering services for the 2025-2027 calendar years in conjunction with sponsored projects. Potential prospects requiring engineering services include sewer, water,...

  • NOTICE OF DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE (DNS)

    Liz Powell, Whitman County Gazette|Nov 21, 2024

    NOTICE OF DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE (DNS) Whitman County Planning issued a Determination of Nonsignificance (DNS) under the State Environmental Policy Act Rules (Chapter 197-11 WAC) for the following project: 4 Nelson Farms, Inc. proposes to clean a previously channelized section of Spring Flat Creek drainage that is currently filled with sediment causing localized flooding. On an annual basis, sediment and excess plant growth shall be removed to maintain the hydraulic capacity in the SW ¼ of Section 31, Township 16N., Range 44E., and...

  • REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS

    Liz Powell, Whitman County Gazette|Nov 21, 2024

    REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS Professional Structural Engineering Services NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that qualifications for firms providing Professional Structural Engineering design services will be accepted by Whitman County Public Works Department for work on upcoming projects and on call services. PROJECT DESCRIPTION The work to be performed by the CONSULTANT consists of preparing preliminary engineering and PS&E for the replacement of the Ewan Bridge with a pre-cast concrete structure and on call structural engineering services as needed....

  • NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING

    Liz Powell, Whitman County Gazette|Nov 21, 2024

    NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Whitman County Commissioners have set the date of Monday, December 2, at 10:20 a.m. in their Chambers, Courthouse, Colfax, WA, for proposed amendment #3 to the 2024 Whitman County budget. At that time, it is requested all department heads/elected officials requesting an amendment be present in person or on Zoom. Remote participation is available for attending the Commissioners’ meetings at: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/7336328211 Copies of the proposed amendment will be available November 2...

  • NOTICE OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR'S DECISION

    Liz Powell, Whitman County Gazette|Nov 21, 2024

    NOTICE OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR’S DECISION Administrative Variance Application No. AV-24-03 1005 SW Crestview Street NOTICE is hereby given that the City of Pullman Community Development Director has made a determination to approve Zoning Code Administrative Variance Application No. AV-24-03. Administrative Variance Application No. AV-24-03 involves a request by Greg Lasich, on behalf of Jim and Ruth Henshaw, at 1005 SW Crestview Street. The specific exception requested is to allow a proposed shop to be 9.5 inches taller in height a...

  • PUBLIC NOTICE

    Liz Powell, Whitman County Gazette|Nov 21, 2024

    PUBLIC NOTICE A POLL SITE only election for a board seat on the Palouse Conservation District will be held on January 28, 2025 at The Uniontown Community Building, S Washington St., Uniontown, WA 99179. Polls will open at 4:30 PM and close at 8:30 PM. Registered voters who reside within the Conservation District boundary are eligible to vote. Candidates must be registered voters residing in the conservation district. The filing deadline for candidates to file their candidate required information is 4:00 PM PST, Friday, December 27, 2024....