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I-2066, “Protect Energy Choice,” was a light in the darkness for Washington state conservatives on election night last month. It was one of the few victories claimed by Republicans in a state dominated by Democrats. But what picture does this win paint? What can we learn and how can we grow from this victory? We believe the success of I-2066 establishes a numerical map toward victory that we can leverage to our advantage in future elections. For background, Initiative 2066 gave voters the power to protect natural gas for heating, cooking and...
Brendan Carr, the senior Republican on the Federal Communications Commission, has been namedthe next FCC chairman by President-elect Donald Trump. Based on his past and current statements, a large change in the direction of the FCC should be expected. A few key takeaways: Net Neutrality Carr was part of the initial repeal of the net neutrality rules in 2017, and has continued to decry their reinstatement. As I’ve argued in the past, the FCC would be wise to avoid reinstating these rules as they overstep the scope of the FCC and create worse o...
POMEROY — Rep. Mary Dye has been recognized for her efforts to curtail the spread of invasive mussels in Washington state waters. She was one of three leaders the Washington Invasive Species Council recognized for their efforts in managing and preventing the spread of invasive plants and animals. Dye, R-Pomeroy, was named the Distinguished Leader, receiving the inaugural award last week. Dye represents the 9th Legislative District, which includes Whitman, eastern Adams and Franklin, southern Spokane, Lincoln and other counties. Dye is c...
LIND — The Lind Dryland Research station has been around since 1915, and has gone through a succession of leaders. But the last two years it has been headed by a couple from India. Surendra and Shikha Singh are employees of Washington State University, respectively, as assistant professor and director, and research assistant professor. The research station exists to help area farmers get the most out of crops that survive or even thrive, on little annual rainfall. “We have wheat, peas and canola,” Surendra Singh said. “So, we work on all thr...
PULLMAN — Health officials are responding to a whooping cough outbreak in Whitman County. As of Wednesday, Dec. 6, 77 confirmed cases of pertussis had been reported. The outbreak, which includes one case in the county’s K-12 school system, has prompted Whitman County Public Health to recommend post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) with antibiotics for household contacts of infected individuals. Officials are urging parents and guardians to monitor children for disease symptoms and take precautions to limit the spread of the disease. “Pertussis is hi...
PULLMAN— The city completed accountability, financial and federal grant compliance audits through the Washington State Auditor’s Office (SAO) for 2022 in good standing. The State Auditor reported no deficiencies regarding design or operation of internal financial reported. “We issued an unmodified opinion on the fair presentation of the city’s financial statements in accordance with its regulatory basis of accounting,” wrote the State Auditor’s office. According to the report the SAO identified a deficiency related to contracts with two co...
PALOUSE — The City of Palouse Council approved a 1% property tax increase and set levy amounts for the 2025 fiscal year during its meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 26. The total amount to be raised by taxation is $394,139.25. The council passed Ordinance No. 1033, which adopts a 1% property tax increase for emergency medical services. In addition, funds were allocated for several key projects, including improvements to Cove Road and replacing a well pump. The remaining 2024 funds will be zeroed out and a resolution to formalize this decision is expecte...
COLFAX — The Whitman County Commissioners signed an interagency agreement with Washington State University (WSU) extension office during the Monday, Dec. 2, regular commission meeting. Presenting the interagency agreement was WSU Assistant Director of Extension Michael Gaffney. “After a couple of false starts, what I have to present to you for your consideration is a corrected document and it is the interagency agreement for 2025 to support the WSU extension office in Whitman County,” Gaffney reported. Gaffney reported the monthly contr...
Jail Logs COLFAX—The Whitman County Jail reported the following individuals booked from Dec. 3 to Dec. 9: Dec. 3 Derek Allen Adamas, 32, out of county warrant theft of a motor vehicle. $5,000 bond or $5,000 cash bail through Benton County Superior Court. Michael Loren Sevdy, 63, warrant 6 counts of felony harassment. Held on a $250,000 bond or $250,000 cash bail through Superior Court. Dec. 4 Cody Joseph Varner, 28, warrant possession of a controlled substance. Held on a $25,000 bond or $2,500 cash bail through District Court. Dec. 5 Emma M...
COLFAX - Several Conservation Districts updated commissioners during the Monday, Dec. 9, workshop on where they are this year and their plans going into the new year. Pine Creek Conservation District Pine Creek Conservation District located at 401 U.S. Highway 27 in Oakesdale, reported first on new hires, what they are offering and plans moving forward. Pine Creek Conservation District Manager Casey Lowder stated the district serves the northeast part of Whitman County and works closely with...
COLFAX — Pullman Mayor Francis Benjamin updated County Commissioners on the Pullman Downtown Project opening discussion for future possible .09 funding, during the Monday, Dec. 9, workshop. The county previously awarded $200,000 to the project from the Whitman County Economic Development Public Facilities, .09 Funds, a sales and use tax for public facilities in rural counties. Benjamin opened by saying the City appreciates the support the county has provided with .09 funding. “We understand that there might still be some available so wan...
PULLMAN — A 38-year-old Pullman man has been charged with six felonies for allegedly possessing child sexual abuse material. Robert Keller was arrested by Pullman Police on Saturday, Nov. 25, following an investigation that began when officers responded to a report of Keller attempting to harm himself on Military Hill. He was taken to Pullman Regional Hospital for a mental health evaluation. While Keller was in the hospital, his girlfriend allegedly discovered child sexual abuse material on his phone, prompting his initial arrest on 20 felony c...
COLFAX- The holidays are starting off with a fun-filled day of Winterfest sales and family activities. On Saturday, Dec. 7, community members and residents from across the Palouse could be seen filling the streets of Colfax for Christmas shopping, visiting with Santa, singing and lighting a tree. Colfax Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Rachel Schad said the event was great and it looks like a lot of people came out despite the rainy weather. "It stopped just in time for the parade, and...
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....
NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR WHITMAN COUNTY Case no. 24-4-00139-38 In the matter of the Estate of: MICHAEL JOHN BECKER, Deceased. The personal representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of the estate of Michael J. Becker, deceased. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or...
PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF WHITMAN No. 24-4-00153-38 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF VIOLET M. HICKMAN, Deceased. The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this Estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the...
PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW.11.40.030) IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF WHITMAN No. 24-4-00151-38 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF CHRISTINE MATHIS, Deceased The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this Estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the...
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Colfax City Council will hold a Public Hearing Monday December 16, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. to discuss adopting the City of Colfax FY 2025 Budget and the MPD FY 2025 Budget. Published December 5 and 12, 2024...
PUBLIC NOTICE Rosalia City Council The Rosalia City Council meeting scheduled for Dec 24, 2024 has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on January 14, 2025 at 7:30pm at Rosalia City Hall, 110 W Fifth St., Rosalia Published December 12, 2024...
NOTICE OF A CONDITIONAL USE HEARING The public was notified on July 11, 2024, of a conditional use permit request for “AMS 2024 BTS-Pullman WA, LLC” and the permit was approved by the Board of Adjustment on July 25, 2024. The permit was issued by the Planning Office on July 31, 2024, and the appeal period ended on August 21, 2024. It has come to the attention of the Planning Office that there was a typo in the information the Planning Office gave to the Board of Adjustment; instead of saying “AMS 2024 BTS-Pullman WA, LLC” it was spelled...
PUBLIC NOTICE Pioneer Telephone Company provides local phone and internet services to LaCrosse, Endicott, Hay, Hooper Central Ferry, Dusty, Winona, Riparia, and surrounding areas. Our basic services include voice residential, single-line business, and multiline business voice-grade access to the public switched network at $18.00 per month. Access to long distance-services, 911 emergency services, minutes of use for local service, and toll-limitation services to qualifying low-income consumers are offered at no additional charge. Other services...
REVISED PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF WHITMAN No. 24-4-00154-38 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF EDNA E. FITZGERALD, Deceased. The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this Estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing...
Public Notice of Meeting Change The December Board of Commissioners’ meeting for Whitman County Fire District 12 has been changed to Thursday, December 19 at 7 p.m. The meeting will be held at 257 Whelan Rd, Pullman, WA. Published December 12 and 19, 2024...
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CONTINUATION City Code Updates Pullman City Code Title 16: Environment Pullman City Code Title 17: Zoning NOTICE is hereby given that the Pullman Planning Commission will continue a public hearing on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. to consider proposed code changes related to Pullman City Code Title 16: Environment and Pullman City Code Title 17: Zoning. The hearing will be held in Council Chambers at Pullman City Hall, located at 190 SE Crestview Street, Building A. Title 17: Zoning Code for the City of...
