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One need that Well Child International also helps fill is basic construction projects for single mothers and families in need. During our trip to Puerto Peñasco, I worked alongside our Canadian member Percy David in a couple projects to help increase the quality of life for a local family. Guyo, 75, and his wife Vicenta, 72, have lived in Nuevo Peñasco for about 10 years. While walking home one evening from work recently, Guyo was struck by a car. He had broken multiple ribs and his leg, l...
While in Peñasco, our group orchestrated two days of neighborhood clinics setup in a local church, proving our home visits days prior worthwhile. During the clinics, those in need of medical attention were able to get services quicker than they would normally through the public medical system. Our team of EMTs worked with local physician and former Director of Municipal Heath Dr. Eliel Lopez Uriel. Those needing to be seen would be greeted and called over to the EMT groups individually or by...
While our group worked hard most days that we were in Puerto Peñasco, our trip organizers made sure that every day there was something new to experience. Most evenings, our group would go out to dinner at local restaurants. These ranged from the local mom and pop shops (with arguably the best food in the city) to much higher scale restaurants overlooking the Sea of Cortez. Our first dining experience was at La Casa Del Capitan, built next to the only lighthouse in Puerto Peñasco, overlooking t...
Our group would gather together to depart back to the United State on Friday, March 22. As we loaded back up in the van and headed off, many talked and reflected on the time spent in Peñasco. While many of the group experienced some minor culture shocks like the available amenities, the cultural issue of litter in the street, extreme poverty; the amount of thanks, experiences, sights and new friends seemed to extinguish any of the negatives that were found on the trip. The smiles from the...
MOSCOW — The Disability Action Center is hosting a free movie about people Parkinson’s disease on at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 16, at the Kenworthy Performing Arts Center, 508 South Main Street. Disability Action Center Healthcare Access Advocate Barbara Merchant said that the movie “Capturing Grace,” speaks to how those with Parkinson's can use dance to move. Merchant said that attendees who struggle with Parkinson's will have the chance to learn how dancing can help them move, and see how it is done. The event will have information on Park...
TEKOA - Young thespians received a standing ovation when the curtains closed on the Tekoa Elementary School production of Disney's "Aladdin Jr." Every seat in the Empire Theater was filled for the March 26 and 28 performances, with some standing in the shadows to watch the elementary school play, a youth rendition of Disney's classic "Aladdin." Ryker French took the lead role as Aladdin, along with Ella Arthur as Jasmine and Emma Carren as Genie. Others in the cast include Kialee Babb, Allyvia...
PALOUSE — The Palouse Audubon Society is hosting a photo contest for amateur photographers to capture birds, or other wildlife. Photo submissions started Monday, April 1 through July 31. The contest has two categories birds and other wildlife including insects, mammals, fish, and the like. Photographers can also submit photos of landscapes including environments, ecosystems, conservation, and bird friendly photos. The contest calls for photos taken in any outdoor location on the Palouse, and cannot not include images of people, pets, domesticat...
UNIONTOWN — Artists at the Dahmen Barn will have two events this weekend on Sunday, April 7. Starting at noon, Artisans at the Dahmen Barn will start with it’s annual Mudslinging and Soup Extravaganza. The event features soup in custom bowls that participants can choose and take home with them. There will be competitions including the blind throwing competition where potters create while blindfolded, and another potter or audience member guides them to craft the bowl, vase or other ceramics. Ceramic artists and students have been working in...
Colfax Thursday, April 4 Sweet and sour pork, rice, Asian style vegetables, mandarin oranges, sticky rice pudding Monday, April 8 Baked potato soup, spinach salad, roll, fresh fruit, pudding Colton Wednesday, April 10 Bring a friend day, sweet and sour chicken, rice, Asian style vegetables, mandarin oranges, fortune cookie Endicott Tuesday, April 9 Ham, harvest potatoes, salad bar, fruit, dessert Palouse Wednesday, April 10 Baked ham with pineapple, scalloped potatoes, green beans, salad, pie Pullman Friday, April 5 Sweet and sour chicken,...
Whitman Hospital and Medical Clinics Madelyn Cherie, a girl, was born March 24, 2024 to parents Nathan and Joanna Jones, of St. John. She weighed 8 pounds, 2 ounces, 20 inches long. Maternal Grandparents are Lea Hergert, of St. John. Madelyn joins sister Chloe, at home. Pullman Regional Hospital Raiden Jan Cross, a boy, was born March 19, 2024, to parents Joshua Cruss and Jing Shung, of Pullman. He weighed 6 pounds, 15 ounces. Paternal Grandparents aree Randy and Kathy Cruss, of Pullman. Maternal Grandparents are Xiuli Li, of Huairen Shanxi,...
PULLMAN– Local bookstore, Brused Books celebrated being named the Best Bookstore in the Palouse by the Inlander's 2024 Best of on Thursday, March 28. The bookstore, located at 235 East Main Street and owned by Sandy Castle del Conte since 2022, filled with a crowd of people. Those in attendance were able to meet the merchant and her staff while enjoying catering from local restaurant The Black Cypress. "Sandy takes the time to genuinely connect with each individual she meets," Downtown Pullman A...
ROSALIA –– Rosalia will see several Easter events this week, as celebrations take place across the county. Food commodities will be delivered to Rosalia Community Church on Wednesday, March 27, families in need of food may pick up a box of food from 11 a.m. through 12 p.m. West Plains Angels will also be providing pet food to distribute.. On Friday, March 29, Good Friday services will be held at the Rosalia Community Church at 7 p.m. This service will combine with the Rosalia Harvest Assembly of God Church. On Saturday, March 30, the Lions Clu...
WASHTUCNA — Washtucna and LaCrosse students will be performing “Peter and Wendy” this week at Washtucna School. The production is spinoff of “Peter Pan,” authorized for use through the Missoula Children’s Theatre. Auditions began Monday in preparation for performances this week. Performances are scheduled for 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. Friday. The play is free and open to the public....
Colfax Thursday, March 28 Chicken pasta tray bake, roasted carrots, fresh fruit, strawberry lemonade cake Monday, April 1 PB&J sandwich, broccoli, green salad, fruit, birthday dessert Colton Wednesday, April 3 Fish filet sandwich, broccoli, green salad, fruit, birthday dessert Palouse Wednesday, April 3 Fish filet, broccoli, green salad, fruit, birthday dessert chocolate zucchini cake Pullman Friday, March 29 Beef pot roast, roasted red potatoes, cooked carrots, green salad, scotcharoos Tuesday, April 2 Toasted roast beef sandwich with swiss...
Pullman Regional Hospital Raiden Jan Cross, a boy, was born March 19, 2024 to parents Joshua Cruss and Jing Shang, of Pullman. He weighed 6 pounds, 15 ounces. Paternal Grandparents are Randy and Kathy Cross, of Pullman. Maternal Grandparents are Xiuli Li, of Huairen, Shunxi, China. Whitman Hospital and Medical Clinics Madelyn Cherie, a girl, was born March 24, 2024 to parents Nathan and Jones, of St. John. She weighed 8 pounds, 2 ounces, 20 inches long. Maternal Grandparents are Lea Hergert, of St. John. Madelyn joins sister Chloe, at home....
COLFAX - Colfax Post Office worker Deanna Leinweber is retiring from the post office after 36 years. Deanna and her husband, Howard, Leinweber spoke to the Gazette on Tuesday, March 26, on Mrs. Leinweber's time serving the Colfax community and their plans for when she retires. Mrs. Leinweber said that she had started at the Colfax Post Office because her mother thought it would be a good fit. "Her mother convinced her to take the civil service test, so she could apply for a postal job," Mr....
COLFAX – Easter celebrations will take place this weekend throughout the county, with many opportunities for egg hunts, pictures with the Easter Bunny and more. The Albion Best Adventures 4-H Club will be hosting an Easter Egg Hunt at 9 a.m. on Saturday, March 30, at the Albion Community Park. The hunt is open for children ages 0-12. Donations of canned food items for the Albion Food Bank will be accepted during the hunt. In Colfax, the Friends of the Parks will host their fifth annual Easter E...
YAKIMA - The 4-H Palouse Area Robotics Team, SciBorgs, brought home the Gracious Professionalism Award from the For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology - dubbed FIRST - Robotics Competition on Friday and Saturday, March 15 and March 16, in the Yakima Valley SunDome. The local team comprised Andrew Kranick of Colfax, Oliver Blood of Pullman, and Seth, Ruby Claire Johnson Leung, and Mason Bledsoe, all of Moscow. The Gracious Professionalism Award celebrates the demonstration of...
Cedar David Taylor, a boy, was born to parents Chelbee and Michael Taylor, of Moscow. Kacey Jane McCormick, a girl, was born March 3, 2024, to parents Kaitlin and Kyle McCormick, of Pullman. She weighed 6 pound, 12 ounces. Kacey joins sister Kendall, 2, at home. Amir Gebril, a boy, was born March 6, 2024, to parents Nehal and Hossam Gebril, of Pullman. He weighed 7 pounds, 2 ounces. Amir joins brother Mazen, 8, and sisteer Lara, 6, at home. Brooks Isaiah Pischel, a boy, was born March 18, 2024, to parents Robert and Arika Pischel, of Pullman....
Thursday, March 21 Fish taco with taco slaw, mexican street corn, fruit, s’mores quesadilla. Monday, March 25 Biscuits and gravy, sausage, scrambled eggs, fruit. Colton Wednesday, March 27 Homemade mac and cheese with ham, mixed vegetables, apple slices, blueberry muffins. Endicott Tuesday, March 26 Stew, corn bread, salad bar, dessert. LaCrosse N/A Palouse Wednesday, March 27 Hot turkey sandwich, mashed potatoes, roasted carrots, fruit, dessert. Pullman Friday, March 22 Tater tot casserole with veggies, green salad, fresh fruit, magic p...
MOSCOW — Pullman resident Hala Zahalqa was initiated into the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi at University of Idaho. Zahalqa is among approximately 25,ooo students, faculty, professional staff and alumni to be initiated into the honor society each year. Membership to the society is by invitation only and requires a nomination and approval by a chapter. Only the top 10 percent of seniors and 7.5 percent of juniors are eligible for membership. Phi Kappa Phi’s headquarters is located in Baton Rouge Louisiana....
CHENEY — Grab your baskets, kids! With Easter slightly more than a week away, several communities are gearing up for the traditional egg hunts that draw children to area parks in search of eggs, candy and other loot. If they’re lucky, they may even catch a glimpse of the Easter Bunny. In advance of the Easter holiday on Sunday, March 31, several egg hunts are set for next Saturday, March 30, around the area. Scheduled events include: Airway Heights – The Airway Heights Parks and Recreation Department hosts its Easter egg hunt at 9 a.m. in Su...
8 Years Ago From the Colfax Gazette, Friday, March 10, 1899 ARRESTED AND RELEASED No Evidence to Hold Supposed Horse Thieves Monday Constable Potter of Colton came to Colfax with warrants from Justice Flowers’ court for the arrest of John Weston and George Cole, the latter said to have traveled under severeal different aliases, such as Steele and Snow, The charge was horse stealing. Deputy Shereiff Stweard accompanied Mr. Potter and the officers soon got on trail of their men. They were traced through Endicott and Winona and captured T...
TEKOA — Tekoa High School is hosting its Royalty Program at 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 16, at the Tekoa Empire Theatre, 126 South Crosby Street. Contestants this year include Tekoa High School juniors Clare Wilkins, Lulu Taylor, and Denalie Chase. The program showcases three competitive categories: Talent, Poise and Composure, and Impromptu Questions. The 2023 reigning queen, Carrie Sanchez, and princess Marissa Alonso will pass down the crowns to the new royalty and bid farewell to their titles and positions. Previous title holders and newly c...
