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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...
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...
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 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 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 townofmaldenwa@gmail.com. Cover letters and resumes from prospective candidates may be submitted in person at 119 West Broadway Ave, emailed to townofmaldenwa@gmail.com or mailed to Town of Malden, 14...
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 (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 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 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 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) 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 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 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 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 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....
Berylene Anne DeYoung, Steptoe resident, passed away Thursday, November 7, 2024, at The Courtyard in Colfax. She was one day shy of her 82nd birthday. A Memorial Service to celebrate her life will be Saturday, November 23, at 1 p.m. in the Chapel of Corbeill Funeral Home in Colfax. She will be laid to rest in the Thornton Cemetery. Berylene was born November 8, 1942. in Yakima, Washington. to Beryl and Ellenor Mugas Rutledge. Berylene worked as a waitress for most of her adult life, including for over 30 years at the Wheel Inn in Steptoe. She...
Colfax Thursday, Nov. 14 Meatloaf, mashed potatoes with gravy, fruit salad, veggies, carrot cake with cream cheese frosting Monday, Nov. 18 Turkey dinner, mashed potatoes with gravy, stuffing, roasted vegetables, roll, pie Endicott Tuesday, Nov. 19 Baked potato bar, salad bar, fruit, dessert Palouse Wednesday, Nov. 20 Turkey dinner, mashed potatoes, stuffing, cooked vegetables, roll, pie Pullman Friday, Nov. 15 Turkey dinner, mashed potatoes with gravy, stuffing, roasted vegetables, homemade roll, pie Tuesday, Nov. 19 Lasagna, caesar salad,...
Pullman Regional Hospital Lane Richard Roth, a boy, was born Nov. 7, 2024 to parents Maci Phillips and Ryan Roth, of Lewiston. He weighed 7 pounds, 11 ounces. Paternal Grandparents are Tracy and Terry Roth, of Lewiston. Maternal Grandparents are Kim and Ron Scheibe, of Anatone. Lane joins brother Liam Duane, 15 months, at home. Cartier Jubilee Morning, a girl, was born Nov. 5, 2024 to parents Sheila Garza and Antwan Morning Jr., of Pullman. Paternal Grandparents are Tracy Harris and Anthony Morning, of Pixley, Calif., Maternal Grandparents are...
GARFIELD — Representatives from across military branches attended last Thursday’s annual Veterans’ Day Assembly at the Garfield campus of the Garfield-Palouse (Gar-Pal) School District. The festivities began with performances of the “Star Spangled Banner” by the high school band and the “Armed Forces Medley” by elementary singers. Gar-Pal middle school language arts teacher, Phil Weagraff, acted as emcee. As part of the program, he shared portions of two student essays, written by Tucker Marcus...
COLFAX - The Colfax FFA won first-place in the State Land Judging Contest on Wednesday, Oct. 30, in Reardan. The event hosted by the Lincoln County Conservation District took place in Reardan at the farm of Jim and Diane Baye brought twenty six groups representing schools throughout the state. Top teams were recognized with certificates based on scores, with Colfax taking home first place to represent the state next April at the National level. The contestants evaluated soil and site...
COLFAX - The Regional Theatre of the Palouse is putting on a timeless Christmas tale for the season, with the retelling of Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol," presenting "SCROOGE! The Musical" The musical began Thursday, Nov. 7, with showings through this Sunday, Nov. 17. The story of Ebenezer Scrooge came first from "A Christmas Carol," written by Charles Dickens in 1843. The story was adapted by composer Leslie Bricusse in 1970 as the musical film, "Scrooge," which then morphed into...
Remember the old Christian Church in Rosalia? The church had its last fellowship meeting almost two decades ago. There was a large congregation, back in the day. The building has gone through many different operations over those years. It was on the verge of collapsing. The roof and walls were in grave repair. The city of Rosalia was able to restore the roof. Not long ago, Leroy Wheeler acquired the building and began repairing the interior and parts of the exterior. There was a massive amount of damage inside the church. There were broken...
ROSALIA- A crowd of people filled the Rosalia Veterans Park to honor those who served on Veterans Day, Monday, Nov. 11. Attendees were welcomed and reminded in 1918, on the 11th hour, of the 11th day, of the 11th month the Allied countries signed an Armistice with Germany to end WWI, declaring the day a federal holiday in 1938 following the aftermath of WWII and the Korean War becoming known as Veterans Day. Clinton Tucker who received his Quilt of Valor at the Veterans Day program on Friday,...
STEPTOE - The annual Steptoe Elementary Veterans Day assembly on Friday, Nov. 8 in honor of those who have served. Elementary school teacher Sarah Mayer said the 5th through 8th graders put together the depiction of the Korean War memorial that could be seen standing next to all the wartime memorabilia that covered tables. Teacher, Principal and Superintendent Eric Patton had gathered all the memorabilia for those in attendance to look through. "The students made 19 soldiers, weapons, helmets,...
COLFAX - Colfax High School hosted a Veterans Day assembly on Friday, Nov. 9, bringing together students, staff, and community members. The ceremony, held at 9 a.m., featured performances, speeches and special presentations to recognize local veterans. The assembly began with a welcome from Colfax Jr./Sr-high Principal David Gibb. JP McAnally and Karly Wiger served as masters of ceremonies. The assembly was organized by student body members of the Colfax Associated Student Body (ASB.) "I think...
