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In the second century A.D., Jewish rebels who had stunned the Romans and liberated a portion of Judea over struck imperial coins with images and a message of their own, "Year One of the Redemption of Jerusalem." The leader of the Jewish rebellion, Bar Kokhba, was fired by a vision of a united Israel with Jerusalem as its capital, which had been the exception during the prior millennium, thanks to the depredations of the Assyrians and Babylonians, among others. But such was the power of the national idea -- and his messianic zeal -- that Bar...
On Sunday (May 27), actor/musician Gary Sinise will again co-host the National Memorial Day Concert from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol. It will be the 29th annual concert on the 150th anniversary of Memorial Day. The format is much the same as in past years. Sinise and Criminal Minds star Joe Mantegna team with retired Army Gen. Colin Powell to remember those who have sacrificed for our country, our freedom and our way of life. It will attract millions of viewers across our nation and at American military installations around the world....
Hiding science? Our federal government's war on science took another step after the president made a decision to cut the budget of NOAA. This agency, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, is an American scientific agency within the United States Department of Commerce that focuses on the conditions of the oceans and the atmosphere. I am one of Whitman County's volunteer weather watchers. I am also a member of the Palouse Citizens' Climate Lobby. All of us know how excellent weather forecasting has become, thanks to NOAA. Way...
A couple of generations ago, there was a story about a well-connected Washington figure who encountered a corporate type who was having trouble with government regulatory officials. "Oh," said the insider. "I can help you with that." Quickly, the bad situation went away. The delighted executive insisted that he be charged for the favor, and very soon thereafter, received a bill for $10,000 (remember, this was way back when). The businessman was taken aback: "That's outrageous," he complained. "I need you to itemize the fees." It wasn't long...
It has happened again. A school–this time in Texas–was attacked by a killer. Eight students and two adults are dead as a result. More are in hospitals. The shooter was a student at the school. Indications are that he targeted certain students and intentionally saved others. He gave up after what was variously described as 25-minutes of negotiations and gunfire with police. He is now in custody. It is a familiar story. Also familiar is the response. Public figures declare that something must be done. They offer condolences and prayers. They say...
MARRIAGE LICENSES William Roy Moore, 86, and Esther Lucille Stalnaker, 77, both Clarkston, May 1. Grant Nathan Schoenlein, 24, and Shyanne Nicole Knighten, 23, both Moscow, May 2. Scott Alan Kruse, 51 and Esther Matos Tate, 47, both Colfax, May 8. Brian Philip West, 37, and Hind Mawhoub, 32, both Pullman, May 8. Amber Lynn Hughes, 26, and Alexander James Brown, 24, both Pullman, May 9. Davie Melita Kipelian, 44, and Tito Beatrice Siampala, 39, both Pullman, May 10. REAL ESTATE Cougar Den LLC, Coulee City, to Stonegate LLC., Olympia, unit at Sto...
Mr. Mueller’s investigation into Russia’s attempt to influence the 2016 election is getting more and more press lately. The prosecutor and his team are not actually tasked with finding out if the Russians tried to influence the election. That is the purview of the FBI. The special prosecutor law limits special investigations to alleged misconduct of federal elected officials while in office. Thus, Mr. Mueller’s team is investigating whether or not someone in our government worked with the Russians in an alleged attempt to influence our election...
Rod Rosenstein is doing a star turn as principled defender of the law, but he's performed abysmally as deputy attorney general, and President Donald Trump would be fully justified in firing him. The leaked questions that special counsel Robert Mueller wants to ask Trump in a prospective deposition are, if accurate, a sign that Mueller has spun out of control on Rosenstein's watch. The questions (drafted by Trump's legal team after consultations with Mueller's investigators) suggest a free-floating investigation of the president's motives,...
America’s supply of affordable housing is shrinking and a bevy of government regulations on residential construction only acerbates the homeless problem. As a result more people are now living “unsheltered” in tents along the freeway or beneath overpasses because they can’t afford to pay rent or a home mortgage. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) reported on a single night in 2017, over a half million people were homeless in America. There were more than 21,000 people homeless in Washington State last year. In Seattle...
It's not something he does very often, but this time President Donald Trump was telling the truth when, in his rambles before the gun nuts -- aka the National Rifle Association Convention in Dallas -- he pointed out that the upcoming midterms will be determined by voter turnout. Turnout is always the be-all and end-all when it comes to any election, but it's particularly vital in this one. The Democrats will get the chance to demonstrate whether they can abandon their usual backbiting and lethargy, and instead channel all the anti-Trump horror...
The concept of a 51st state with a division of Washington along the crest of the Cascades has surfaced again. Reports on the concept, which has been around the block a few times in the past, surfaced in two recent editions of Colville's Statesman Examiner newspaper. One report noted a large crowd gathered at the Colville's Agricultural Trade Center to hear State Rep. Matt Shea, a Republican from District 4 in Spokane Valley, introduce what he called eight steps to freedom in order to bring about a state split and create Liberty State. In Shea's...
Printing technology of yore Two men watch as a third works a Heidelberg printing press, circa 1953. One of the men watching is wearing a shirt that reads "Original Heidelberg." From the Hutchison Studio Photographs of WSU and Pullman, Wash. Collection. Reprinted with permission. 125 year ago The Commoner April 28, 1893 Samuel T. Riggs was examined Monday afternoon before Justice of the Peace Zimmerman on a charge of exhibiting a pistol in a crowd. The evidence was very plain against Riggs. The...
Dear Savvy Senior, What can you tell me about reverse mortgages for retirees? My wife and I are contemplating getting one but want to make sure we know what we’re getting into. Running Short Dear Running, For retirees who own their home and want to stay living there, but could use some extra cash, a reverse mortgage is a viable financial tool, but there’s a lot to know and consider to be sure it’s a good option for you. Let’s start with the basics. A reverse mortgage is a unique type of loan that allows older homeowners to borrow money against...
Whitman County Commissioners met with Port of Whitman Commissioners May 7 at the Port office to discuss the PCC, Martin Hall, Port of Wilma, CERB grants and lowering the speed past Boyer to 25 miles per hour. From left, Debbie Snell, Michael Largent, Kristine Meyer, Tom Kammerzell, John Love, Dean Kinzer and Mark Storey....
Whitman County Library Board of Trustees have rescheduled their May meeting for Friday, May 11, at 1:15 p.p. at The Center at Colfax Library. The meeting is open to the public. For more information, contact Shirley Cornelius, library business manager, at the library....
The documentary “Being Mortal” will by Whitman Hospital and Medical Center and Friends of Hospice May 29 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Colfax Library. After the showing, audience members can participate in an interactive discussion on what steps to take next on identifying and communicating wishes about end-of-life goals and preferences. “Being Mortal” delves into the hopes of patients and families facing terminal illness. The film investigates the practice of caring for the dying and explores the relationships between patients and their doctors...
Josh King of Tinderbox Consulting in Spokane will speak about marketing, advertising and sales, how they are different and how they work together in two Southeast Washington Economic Development Association workshops this month, according to Sarah McKnight, Whitman County managing director for SEWEDA. King will give an up-to-date explanation of marketing, advertising and sales and describe the way the three interact and play off each other. The first workshop is scheduled May 17, from noon to 1 p.m. at The Center, 102 S. Main St., Colfax. The...
Nearly 800 families, individuals and businesses are acknowledged in the new recognition display celebrating lifetime giving in support of Pullman Regional Hospital. The new wall-mounted display, located just outside of the hospital’s Red Sage Café, was the work of a committee of Pullman Regional Hospital Foundation and hospital employees and volunteer Foundation Board member Sarah Druffel, “This display stands for such a profound commitment to generosity,” said Scott Adams, Pullman Regional Hospital CEO. “For every person named, there is a sto...
The Rosalia Pantry food distribution is now on the fourth Tuesday of each month. The wrong day was reported previously because of incorrect information submitted to the Gazette....
On behalf of the Whitman County conservation districts (Palouse CD, Palouse-Rock Lake CD, Pine Creek CD, and Whitman CD), the public is invited to participate in a field tour featuring projects in Whitman County on Tuesday, May 15, from 12:30-5:30 p.m. The field tour will be followed by a no-host interactive dinner meeting with the Conservation Commission at Banyans on the Ridge in Pullman. Dinner will be $23 and payment will be collected at the door or can be mailed in advance to the Palouse CD office....
Bank Left plans for Moms' day Mother's Day Tea & Art Installations at Bank Left Gallery Bistro in Palouse will be Saturday, May 12, from noon to 2 p.m. The cost is $22 per person. There will be special art installations at Bank Left Gallery and Open Eye Antiques on the third floor. The art installations are free and open to the public. Falafel class set a Dahmen The next let’s cook class at Artisans at the Dahmen Barn will feature Chef Flores cooking falafel using local chickpeas. The class w...
Area Eastern Washington University students who qualified for the dean's list for winter quarter with a grade average of 3.5 or higher on a least 12 credit hours are as follows: Colfax-Megan Groom, Rebecca Hanny, Sylas Rohner, Katelyn Scholz, Brandon Soncarty, Nicole Wiley; Colton-Hannah Kramer, Kamryn Nuttman; Palouse-Rachele Lund, Bree Pfaff; Pullman-Samuel Fleener, Whitney Hodge, Charles Holapa, Valentino Olmstead, Jessie Poland, Katherine Travis and Nicole Welter; Rosalia-Kaylee Aguilar, Cody Anderson, Logan Dempsey, Garret Kerle, Emily...
From left, Amanda Niedosmialek and Deanna Claybaugh from Whitman County Health Department will provide information about nutrition programs, immunizations, maternal and children’s health and other basic health resources at the following branches of Whitman County Library: Rosalia – Tuesday, May 15, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Garfield – Wednesday, May 16, 1 to 3 p.m. LaCrosse – Thursday, May 17, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Oakesdale – Monday, May 21, 3 to 5 p.m. For additional information call her at the healt...
Pullman Fire Department will have an open house at the main fire station, 620 South Grand, Saturday, May 12, from 1 to 4 p.m. with station tours, equipment demonstrations and children's activities. Representatives from Community Action Center, LifeFlight, American Red Cross, Whitcom, the Whitman County Coroner, Friends of Hospice, ProFormance Physical Therapy and Alternatives to Violence on the Palouse will be present. “This is an opportunity for the community to see all the services that we provide as paramedics and firefighters with the P...
Endicott Endicott Community Club will again host a Flea Market May 19 at the Gun Club. A sign-up sheet is at Endicott Food Center and entrants can also call city hall. There will be a Relay for Life Bake Sale at the Gun Club and Endicott Food Center. The town will also be having a few garage sales, and signs for those will be put up around town. Bob Curry, 73, joined Bloomsday May 6. He has run the race over the last 15 to 20 years. He completed this race in two hours, three minutes. Long-time resident Sharon Huff will move to Anacortes to be...
