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Walter and Ashlee Taylor moved to Endicott a little less than two years ago. “We didn’t choose Endicott. It seemed to choose us,” Ashlee noted. They wanted to live in a small town, and a friend who lived in Endicott encouraged the move. School started two days after they moved in, and another mom invited her to the Mom’s Coffee, a first day of school event at Endicott Elementary and Endicott-St. John Middle School. That made Ashlee feel welcome and helped her meet her new neighbors. Walter...
Two Colfax grads who have made Toledo their retirement home since 2005 capped the local team’s first championship hoop season by donating a Frederick Remington bronze sculpture, “The Warrior,” to mark the occasion for the coming years. Keith and Judy Babb Kammerzell are both members of the 1958 class of Colfax High School. They moved to Toledo after he retired from 33 years in the insurance business in Seattle. The Kammerzells live next door to the athletic director for Toledo, and suppo...
Back to ordinary time Well, it’s back to ordinary time. The penitence of Lent, the joy of Easter, and the celebration of Pentecost are over for another year. The exciting colors of purple, white and red are folded up and put away. We return to ordinary life, represented by ordinary green, to symbolize ordinary time. No more fasts or feasts for a while. No more need to plan something extra-special for a while. Advent and Christmas are a long time off. No more Christian education for the summer, no more choir for the summer. We worked hard to mak...
Thursday, May 30 Colfax, LaCrosse & Tekoa – Storytime – Fun stories, finger plays, rhymes, songs and crafts every Thursday in two locations. Check the calendar for times and themes. Friday, May 31 Colfax & Tekoa – Play & Learn – Creative play and sharing for preschoolers and parents every Friday. Saturday, June 1 Rosalia – 9:45 to 11 a.m. – Battle Days Children’s Parade – Join the Rosalia Library and the Rosalia chamber for the annual Children’s Parade. This year’s theme is “How Does Your Garden Grow?” Monday, June 3 Colfax – 6:30 pm – Beginnin...
Our Radiology Department at Whitman Hospital & Medical Center works closely with the orthopedic surgeons to ensure the appropriate tests are performed for the best patient outcomes possible. All of our technologists are licensed by the state of Washington and certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. Each technologists has completed a college degree in radiology, including specific training in performing high quality orthopedic x-rays. We also have staff certified in MRI and CT. Our technologists perform not only routine...
—photo by Bill Myers Ag pilot Brian Windsor gets in close to the real estate spraying for wheat rust. Annual applications of chemical to combat the fungus have started. Wheat rust affects all types and varieties of wheat, even new ones. The rust likes wet and cool weather. Crop loss can run up to $160 an acre according to Bill Myers. Wheat should be treated in time to protect the flag leaf which is the leaf that comes out right before heading, according to CJ Young, Wilbur Ellis sales r...
Real estate sales John and Marjorie Jaeger and Frederick and Laraine Hansen, to Casey W. Cook, Tekoa, house in Tekoa, $130,000, May 20. Ian D. Chittle and Dennis R. and Linda Jaffee Chittle, Pullman, to Joetta Lynn Reno, Moscow, house on SW Lost Trail Drive in Pullman, $167,000, May 20. Charlott A. Martinkus, Albion, to Mollyrose A. Caruso, Palouse, house on G Street in Albion, $133,000, May 20. Richard B. and Margaret R. Wilbourn, Spokane, to David L. Schad, Pullman, house on NW Hall Drive in Pullman, $203,400, May 20. Jacob L. and Roxanne L....
Editor’s Note: The following column was originally published in 2008. When she was 18 years old, my daughter met the love of her life, the person who changed her life forever and without whom, she informed me, she simply couldn’t live. I sometimes wonder whatever happened to that guy. I was “cool to the concept” of her having a serious boyfriend the way liquid nitrogen is “cool to the touch.” In other words, when my brain absorbed the idea of a serious boyfriend, it froze and shattered. I suppose I knew that when young women go to college the...
8 years ago June 1, 1888 The towns of Whitman County never showed brighter prospects or displayed a future more encouraging for their own welfare and that of the county in general than at the present time. Colfax, the county seat of this, the best county in Washington, presents an exceptional good showing in the matter of growth and business increase, which is duplicated by the many other towns, though smaller, in the same proportions. Notwithstanding the dreadful calamity which befell Palouse City, property there is said to be higher than...
These reports are from the previous three issues of the Daily Bulletin in Colfax. They are reprinted here for the benefit of Gazette readers who reside outside of Colfax. Some accounts have been updated. CABLE CUT HITS N. COUNTY Telephone and computer service which took a hit in the Moscow area last Thursday, May 23, also took a toll on towns in the north end of the Palouse. Informal reports indicate service was interrupted at Rosalia, Malden, Fairfield and Spangle. The shutdown, which hit about 11 a.m., ended computer transactions, e-mail and...
Gardens ‘n grapes set for Palouse “Gardens and Grapes,” an afternoon of garden tours and wine tastings at three homes in Palouse will be June 22 from 1 to 6 p.m. The event is sponsored by Palouse Community Center and proceeds will go for landscaping the area between the center and the consignment shop. Featured local wineries on the tour include Camas Prairie, Merry Cellars and Wawawai Canyon. The $25 per person admission includes three tastings at each garden, a commemorative glass and light hors d’oeuvres. Bottled wine will be availab...
St. John St. John football and baseball teams plan a car wash to raise money for camp and equipment at the St. John bus garage June 1 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The St. John-Endicott class of 2013, will graduate June 2 at 2 p.m. in the St. John High School’s gym. This year co-valedictorians are Jayson Allert and Gretchen Van Lith. Eighth grade promotion will be in the Endicott gym June 3 at 7 p.m. Refreshments will follow. Last day of school has been changed to June 7 with students getting out at noon. Gardening classes lead by Donna Hanson will b...
Diana Hall, winner of the Colfax Library name that baby contest, poses with baby photos of Catalina Flores and Patti Cammack. Hall’s prize is a gift certificate courtesy of Eddy’s Chinese Restaurant and is presented by library staffer Andrea Hergert. Diana and two other entrants correctly identified the baby pictures of every library staff member. The winner was determined by a draw....
Dusty Dick and Helen Appel and Dave and Alice Appel spent the weekend of May 18 in Pasco attending the Knights of Columbus annual meeting. Mother’s Day, Sue and Joe Lynch, Pullman, spent the day with her parents, Dick and Helen Appel. They prepared lunch for Helen. Later that afternoon, Caroline, Rob, Zack, Kade, Ellie and Lucien Kunkle came to help celebrate Mother’s Day and cook the evening meal. Denise Kendall arrived at the home of her father, Oscar Broeckel, Thursday evening for Memorial Day weekend. She returned home Monday morning. Dor...
Big changes are in the wind at Benge, where two long-time teachers are retiring this spring. Mary Ault has spent 43 years and Marcia Honn has spent 25 years in the small school, and they dearly love the community and their students. Also retiring is part-time PE teacher, Karen Baumann, who has driven from Washtucna for 25 years. The last day of school is June 6. The community will honor their retiring educators at an open house on June 8 from 2 to 5 p.m., followed by a potluck dinner. Mary and...
Lacrosse A new event for Farmers Festival will be the Mr. Lacrosse competition in the high school pit area June 14. High School candidates will compete in fitness, talent, question and answer and formal wear. All proceeds will go the Richard L. Roberts scholarship which is awarded to a senior each year and based on community service. A barbecue will be in the school courtyard for those wanting to dine before the show. The FFA plant sale continues with pots for $2.50 or vegetables for $2. Hanging pots are available. New FFA officers are Cole...
Endicott Endicott School will be hosting a benefit spaghetti dinner on Friday, May 31, from 5 to 7 p.m. for Aaron Krantz, who is undergoing treatment for cancer. Aaron is a longtime teacher at the Endicott Middle School. Carol Mitcham hosted a brunch for the Coffee Ladies at her home May 23. Those attending were: Ethel Weitz, Pat Byers, Jerine Grey, Ila Stuart, Helen Jane Hughes, Anne Lowe, Fran Cutler, Margaret Schmick, Gail Bilow and Sharon Huff. Margaret Schmick, her staff and parents escorted the pre-schoolers to WSU Dairy to see where...
Several Whitman County trap shooters made a good showing at the recent Inland Empire trap shoot held at the Spokane Gun Club in Greenacres, May 16-18. Colfax resident and Colton Gun Club member Terry Leinweber broke 97 out of 100 targets to win the 18-23 yardage trophy in the preliminary handicap, moving him back to the 24-yard line. Terry only missed one target in the 200 bird singles championships to win A class in a field of 241 contestants. Jim Dahmen of Colton hit 198 targets in the...
At Colfax Schools: Daily items offered at Colfax High School include salad bar, chicken sandwiches, hamburgers, deli sandwiches, vegetarian options, fresh & canned fruit, fresh vegetables, oven fries, yogurt, cottage cheese, bagels and juice. Monday: No School Tuesday: Burgers Deluxe w/works, whole grain bun, oven fries, fruit choice Wednesday: Deli turkey, whole grain bun, potato salad, BBQ beans, mandarin oranges Thursday: Mac & Cheese w/smokies, romaine salad, whole grain roll, fruit choice Friday: French toast sticks, eggs, sausage, fruit,...
Thursday, May 23 Albion & LaCrosse – After School Program – Exciting after-school programs in two locations. Check the calendar for times and themes. Rosalia – 7 to 8:30 p.m. – Picture Books on Parade – Join Kathy Wilkes for a fun and informative evening on using picture books for literacy and as a stepping stone to learning. Friday, May 24 Colfax & Tekoa – Play & Learn – Creative play and sharing for preschoolers and parents every Friday. Saturday, May 25 All branches of Whitman County Library closed for Memorial Day Weekend. Sunday, May 2...
URS names Becker senior vice president Dan Becker, a member of the Colfax High School class of 1973 who has been employed with URS Corporation for 34 years, has been named senior vice president of the company’s power group with responsibility for accounting and finance functions. Becker, who earned a degree in accounting from Eastern Washington University, for the last four years has been finance director for the corporation’s Sellafield Nuclear Complex in West Columbia, England. His wife is the former Kim Small of Colfax. They plan to ret...
Following his resurrection Jesus was seen by His apostles for a period of forty days, according to the Acts of the Apostles, during which “he spoke to them of the kingdom of God” (Acts 1:3). Before the Feast of Pentecost, recall these meetings when Jesus, risen from the dead, goes searching for his sheep. He will not leave them orphans, he tells them, “I will come back to you” (John 14:18). This past Sunday (May 19th) was this year’s celebration of Pentecost. At the same time, Jesus gave some instruction to His disciples, “…behold,...
Thompson, Neibergs lead Viking class Cassie Ann Thompson, daughter of Scott and Ann Thompson, is the valedictorian of the 2013 class at Garfield/Palouse High School, and Hannah Marie Neibergs has been named salutatorian. Thompson, who earned a 3.92 grade average, served as class president for four years. She is a member of the National Honor Society and a member of FFA where she earned the state degree. She played on the Viking volleyball team and won all-league honors. She also competed in trac...
An opening reception for an exhibit of photographs by Jonathan Sachs titled “Somethin’ ‘bout an Old Farm Truck,” will be Sunday, June 2, from 1 to 3 p.m., at Dahmen Barn in Uniontown. The photos are from the collection of Dave Jones’ old trucks in Sprague and aerial photos of the Palouse. Sachs is a professional photographer and graphic designer from Burlington, Mass., who works in a variety of styles and subjects. He has recently been doing aerial photography, particularly of farm lands. He considers the Palouse the most intriguing landscape...
8 years ago May 25, 1888 The ladies of the Episcopal Guild will give a strawberry festival and bazaar at Bleeker, Spencer & Hoar’s hall on Mill street Wednesday evening, May 30th. At that time they will offer for sale a fine lot of handsome aprons of silk, satin, pongee, linen and nainsook, all well made and beautifully trimmed; also aprons of gingham and print. All will be sold for a reasonable profit. The entertainment will consist of singing and recitations, conducted by the Guild, assisted by local talent. Admission 10 cents. Doors open a...
