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MOSES LAKE, Wash. - The Garfield-Palouse (Gar-Pal) Vikings had their football season come to a close at the hand of the No. 2 team in the state, the Wilbur-Creston-Keller Wildcats on Saturday, Nov. 23. The Vikings fell to the Wildcats, 56-12, in the quarterfinals of the WIAA 1B State playoffs. Gar-Pal finished the season with a 6-6 record. The Wildcats opened the scoring on a 20-yard touchdown run by Davian Adams. They added to their score in the first quarter when Preston Michel punched in a...
PALOUSE — The City of Palouse is preparing for snow and reminding residents of responsibilities going into the winter months. The city released its snow removal policy reminding residents before or when it starts to snow they need to park vehicles off the street if possible. Any vehicles left parked in areas of snow removal operations can prevent removal or become blocked by plowed snow. It is property owner’s responsibly to remove snow from sidewalks and are reminded to shovel snow into their yards on not onto the street or it gets plowed bac...
PALOUSE—The City of Palouse has released its proposed 2025 budget, which shows significant changes to revenues and expenditures across multiple funds. The proposed revenue is $4,498,196.10, an increase of $406,830.25 or 9.9% from the original 2024 budget. Expenditures are expected to rise by $363,041, reaching $2,814,869.75, an overall increase of 14.8%. Among the changes, the Current Expense Fund is set to see a revenue increase of $18,000, or 1.7%, while expenditures are projected to rise by $68,177.50, or 10%. The Pool Fund is expected to ex...
MOSCOW, Idaho — Prosecutors in the case against Bryan Kohberger, 30, accused of murdering four University of Idaho students in November 2022, have filed a request to appoint a new special assistant attorney general. Kohberger faces four counts of first-degree murder and one count of felony burglary in connection with the fatal stabbings of Madison Mogen, Kaylee Goncalves, Xana Kernodle and Ethan Chapin at an off-campus residence. The request, submitted Tuesday, Nov. 19, updates an earlier April 2023 petition that led to the appointments of D...
COLFAX — Two people were arrested on multiple charges following a high-speed pursuit through Whitman County that ended with the discovery of drugs, weapons and explosive materials in the suspect’s vehicle, according to the Washington State Patrol. Angel Figeroa Cartagena, 36, homeless, is charged with driving under the influence, attempting to elude a police vehicle, possession of controlled substances including methamphetamine, heroin, and fentanyl; unlawful possession of a firearm in the second degree, possession of an explosive device and...
COLFAX — The Port of Whitman County Commissioners approved the Port’s 2025 budget after a discussion and public hearing during the Thursday, Nov. 21, regular commission meeting. The budget outlines the Port’s expected revenues from its leases and tax levy, its expenditures for operations, debt service and capital investments to support economic vitality of Whitman County and the region. Projected carryforward balances expected from Dec. 31, come to a total of $11,255,527. “Our 2025 budget reflects our commitment to building stronger, more vi...
COLFAX — Whitman County Commissioners awarded Mangum Construction the bid for work on the Kamiak Butte Water Project during the regular meeting Monday, Nov. 25. Commissioner Art Swannack said the bid from Mangum Construction, of Clarkston, was the lowest bidder at $430,347.98. Whitman County Director of Emergency Management Bill Tensfeld said the project will replace the well house and a couple thousand feet of water line. “It will include a booster station,” said Tensfeld, noting construction will start in the spring and go appro...
COLFAX — Residents of Whitman County are gathering this Thanksgiving, Thursday, Nov. 28, to celebrate and give thanks. County operations and facilities will be closed on Thanksgiving with the courthouse closed, post offices and banks closed. The Whitman County landfill and Transfer Station will be open on Friday, Nov. 29. The Whitman County Gazette will not have a Daily Bulletin on Thursday, Nov. 28, in observance of the holiday. The Annual Palouse Turkey Leg is set to kick off Thursday, Nov. 28, at 8 a.m., offering participants the chance t...
COLFAX - The Colfax Chamber of Commerce has a new Executive Director. Rachel Shad, of Rosalia, started the position on Friday, Nov. 12. "I've been looking for a role that involves community engagement," Shad said. Shad and her husband lived in Pullman where Shad was the owner of Sweet Mutiny, a cupcake shop formerly in Pullman, Shad has experience as a small business owner and was operating manager of the business from 2016 to 2018. Living in Rosalia for four years, Shad's husband is a...
COLFAX — Whitman Hospital and Medical Clinics (WHMC) Board of Commissioners approved the Hospital 2025 draft budget and capital budget during the Wednesday, Nov. 20, regular meeting. During a special meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 13, WHMC Chief Financial Officer Abby Smith presented the drafted budget numbers to the board. The WHMC Budget shows an operating revenue for 2025 is at $62,196,947, compared to the 2024 budget of $59,116,505. Net Patient Care is budgeted at $57,860,047, with 2024 at $55,538,505. Within net patient care, outpatient c...
PULLMAN — A local man was arrested and booked into the Whitman County Jail on Tuesday, Nov. 25, for multiple child pornography and conduct charges. Robert M. Keller, 38, of Pullman, is being held without bail in the Whitman County Jail on nine counts of first-degree dealing in depictions of a minor engaged in sexually explicit conduct, one count of second-degree dealing in depictions of a minor engaged in sexually explicit conduct, nine counts of first-degree possession of depictions of a minor engaged in sexually explicit conduct and one c...
OAKESDALE - After approximately three months, the Oakesdale High School Drama Class is bringing the classic "Little Women," to life on stage. The high school students will perform at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 4, doors opening at 6:15 p.m. in the Oakesdale Gymnasium, 101 East McCoy. Drama teacher Amy Warwick said at 5:30 p.m. the Elementary Assembly Student Body is hosting a community dinner before the performance. "I'm actually going to perform in this one too," Warwick said. "They're...
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...
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,...
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...
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....
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Town of Oakesdale will hold a Public Hearing for the 2025 Final Budget on December 2, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. before the regular council meeting at Oakesdale City Hall. Copies of the 2025 Budget are now available at City Hall. For more information, please contact Mary DeGon, Clerk/Treasurer, at City Hall, 105 N First, PO Box 246, Oakesdale, WA 99158 (509) 285-4020, [email protected] Published November 28, 2024...
PUBLIC NOTICE The Town of Garfield will hold the 2025 Final Budget Hearing, December 11, 2024, at 7:00 p.m., at the regular town council meeting. All town council meetings are open to the public. Published November 28 and December 5, 2024...
PUBLIC NOTICE Town of Lamont Notice of Public Hearing 2025 Final Budget The 2025 preliminary budget for the Town of Lamont has been filed with the Town Clerk. A public hearing on the final budget for 2025 will be held Tuesday, December 10, 2024, 6:00 p.m. at the Lamont Community Building, 303 7th Street, during the regularly scheduled Town Council meeting. Copies of the 2025 preliminary budget may be obtained on request by calling 509-257-9810 or emailing [email protected]. Published November 28 and December 5, 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...
Public Hearing The Town of Rosalia will be holding a Public Hearing on December 10, 2024 regarding the 2025 Final 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 28 and December 5, 2024...
REQUEST FOR BIDS CONNECTOR VESTIBULE LaCrosse School LaCrosse School District #126 111 Hill Avenue LaCrosse, WA 99143 LaCrosse School District #126 will receive Bids for the above project at School District Administrative Offices located at LaCrosse School, 111 Hill Avenue, LaCrosse, WA 99143 until 3:00 PM, prevailing local time on Tuesday, December 17, 2024. Make all Bids to the attention of Doug Curtis, School District Superintendent. All Bids should be inclusive of all labor and material costs related to the scope of work identified in the...
