Serving Whitman County since 1877
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COLFAX — Families needing help with Christmas presents for children can register with the Colfax Fire Department for presents. For more than 30 years the fire department gathers toy donations and helps distribute them to children for Christmas. Families can register their children for gifts by Dec. 10 at the fire department or by calling 509-397-3416. “In this season of giving we are seeking donations to continue serving Whitman County families,” stated an organizer. Donations of money can be mailed to Volunteer Firemen Inc.’s Toy Box at PO B...
COLFAX - Four veterans received appreciation for their service in the form of handmade quilts. The Quilts of Valor were given to them at the Colfax Methodist Church on Nov. 10, according to Diana King. Tom Carmody, Al Nave, Tony Roberts, and Tom Schlueter appeared to enjoy the quilts and the appreciation for their service. Carmody, 83, and his wife, Anita, live in Colfax. He served in the Navy from June 1957 to September 1977. The Navy Petty Officer 1st Class served aboard the USS Fulton, USS...
SPOKANE — The American Red Cross is providing $750,000 to help Malden and Pine Creek area restoration efforts. The 2020 Labor Day wildfires scorched thousands of acres, destroying homes, in Whitman and Okanogan counties. The American Red Cross donated $1.2 million in recovery grants to support community-based recovery efforts focused on meeting the needs of individuals impacted by the wildfires. In Whitman County, the Pine Creek Community Restoration group, through the Innovia Foundation, receives a grant of $750,000. In Okanogan County, the C...
COLFAX — A lighted parade and fireworks show are added to Winterfest 2021. The Colfax Chamber of Commerce and The Colfax Downtown Association teamed up to host Winterfest 2021 on Saturday, Dec. 4. “People can look forward to a revival of the traditional lighted parade down Main Street, followed by a lively fireworks show,” said chamber Director Molly Keogh. Winterfest includes the Perkins House Victorian Christmas from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Santa Selfies are available in front of the library from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Vendors on Spring Street are avail...
COLFAX — Numerous city and town council members were elected in November and the results were finalized Nov. 23. PORT OF WHITMAN COUNTY The elected commissioners are Karl Webber 98.09% of the votes, and Tom Kammerzell 96.71%. They ran unopposed. ALBION Rhonda Anderson is on the town council for position 3 after receiving 86.73% (85 ballots) of the votes. She ran unopposed. Crystle Morgan is on the town council for position 4 after receiving 90.43% (85) of the votes. She ran unopposed. COLFAX Blaine Golden is on the city council for position 1...
COLFAX — All of the propositions to increase property taxes and a county sales tax increase were approved by voters. Whitman County had a high turnout of voters in November with nearly 43% casting ballots. The election was certified as final on Nov. 23. In the county there are 23,826 registered voters who cast 10,213 ballots. WHITMAN COUNTY Whitman County Prop. 1 passed with 67.27% of the votes in favor, which is 6,755 votes. Opposing voters numbered 3, 282. It raises sales tax by one-tenth of a percent to pay for improving and maintaining e...
TEKOA - Shop Small had smaller crowds with the rain, but it didn't stop Tekoa from enjoying a sense of community. Small Business Saturday offered hayrides, "Elf" at the Empire Theater, tree lighting, photos with Santa, and a gingerbread competition. The Tekoa Chamber of Commerce sponsored the event on Nov. 27 to help bring people into downtown and learn about local small businesses and the potential Christmas gifts they have for sale. Food and drink specials were offered from restaurants during...
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