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Son born to Hennigars A boy was born to Charly and Shelby Hennigar of Colfax last Thursday, May 24, 2012, at Pullman Regional Hospital. Named Ty Charles, he weighed nine pounds, nine ounces at birth. Grandparents are Jerry and Susie Hennigar and Scott and Rhonda Pittman, all of Colfax. Great-grandmothers are Betty Bird, Colfax, and Francene Filan, Hay. Ty joins Trace, 7; Trent, 6, and Lola, 4. Jackson, Springfield welcome son Talisin Emrys Nightshade was born March 28, 2012, at Whitman Hospital and Medical Center at seven pounds, four ounces,... Full story
Roadside philosopher Pamala Clift will be at the Colfax Library next Wednesday, June 6, at 6:30 p.m. for an interactive presentation, “Virtual Isn’t Going Away!” Using insights gathered from her recently released book, “The Virgin’s Handbook on Virtual Relationships,” Clift will explain how we can assist young people in integrating the virtual world of social media with the pressures of today’s world. Books will be available for purchase at this presentation. Learn how to make bracelets out of old t-shirts on Wednesday, June 6, from 3:30-4:3... Full story
Coelle Hope Smith and Christopher Andrew Kirkpatrick plan a September wedding in Madison, Wis. She is the daughter of Dr. Gregg and Linda Smith of New Glarus, Wis., and he is the son of Allen and Kristie Kirkpatrick of Colfax and Bobby and Kim Williams of Elk Grove, Calif. Coelle graduated from the University of Iowa with a master’s degree in nursing and is now a pediatric intensive care nurse at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. Christopher graduated from the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine and will start his r...
Charles and Diane Shanafelt, Sioux City, Iowa, announce the engagement of their daughter, Laura Shanafelt, Madison, S.D., to Greg Biagi of Madison, son of Robert and Debbie Biagi of Colfax. A graduate of Dakota State University, the bride-to-be is a first grade teacher in Brandon, S.D. Biagi attended Dakota State University and is now co-owner of Baseline Construction in Madison. A June wedding is planned....
Dusty Blake and Carmen Heaton flew to Phoenix last week to attend the eighth grade graduation of their granddaughter, Miss Blayke, daughter of Christopher and Erika Heaton. Kim and Cindy Pitts spent Memorial Day weekend in Boise with grandchildren Kellen, Becket and Willa and their parents, Jen and Ryan Hammons. They attended grandson Kellen’s kindergarten graduation, complete with mortarboards, Thursday. David and Phyllis Stueckle spent Thursday and Friday in Portland at the home of their daughter’s family, Karen and Larry Light. They att... Full story
Dusty Visitors at the Dick Appel’s for W.S.U. graduation, were Barb and Bruce Wollstein, Lacey, and Beth and David Lohrmeyer, Seattle. Joanne Wollstein graduated in nutrition. Guests for the U. of I. graduation were Bob, Deb and Alyssa Stavig, Hockinson. Jessica Stavig graduated Summa Cum Laude in elementary education and Spanish. Joining them was Jessica’s friend Kyle. Guests at the Appel home for Mother’s Day were Bob, Deb, Alyssa and Jessica Stavig, Hockinson; Kyle; Eric, Shannon, Connor, Christopher, Sarah, Kyle and Sidney Appel, Dusty... Full story
Linda Shea did not take a direct route to Whitman County from Portland, where she was born and raised. She majored in theology at Seattle University, and her first job was in religious education at St. Vincent de Paul Parish in Federal Way. While there, she earned an MA in religious education. After three years in the convent of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace, she knew that her faith was important, but she wasn’t suited for the convent. Her next adventure was a job in a fish company and as director of music and liturgy at St. Anthony P...
LACROSSE/HAY Officers elected at the LaCrosse Community Pride board meeting were Scooter Lyle president, Tedd Nealy vice president in charge of fund raising, Randy Myklebust co-vice president in charge of public relations and Gary Wargo secretary. Plans for the upcoming store building dedication are being made. Sheet rock has been installed and the separate areas are taking shape. Kristie Kirkpatrick and Peggy Bryan from the Whitman County library were guests and presented a “Friends of the Library” award to the LaCrosse Community Pride boa...
Two local girls have qualified to compete in the National Junior High Rodeo in Gallup, N.M., June 19-30. This will be the eighth annual junior high finals. They competed in the state finals May 19-20 in Kennewick. Callie Rae Marker, daughter of J.E. and Valerie Marker of Colfax, will compete in ribbon roping and goat tying. She is a seventh grader at Jennings Junior High in Colfax. Tommi Sue Swannack, daughter of Tom and Holly Swannack of Sprague, has qualified in goat tying, breakaway roping, ribbon roping and target shooting. A seventh... Full story
More than 230 flags will be posted at the Colfax Cemetery as part of the Memorial Day observance which is a combined effort of the Colfax FFA chapter and the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Members of the FFA will conduct a brief observance at the cemetery on Memorial Day, May 28, beginning at 10 a.m. The memorial flags have been donated by families of deceased veterans who receive military honors as part of their final rites. Names of veterans are placed on the flag mounts at the cemetery.... Full story
1. Who were the musical artists on the very last episode of “The Ed Sullivan Show”? When was that? 2. Name the group whose debut album was titled “Surfin’ Safari.” 3. Which group released “So Into You” and “Imaginary Lover”? 4. Which 1960s group was offered a cool half million dollars to do a movie? Did they take the cash? 5. Name the singer-songwriter who had a hit with “Will It Go Round in Circles.” 6. Name the singer who had a hit with “I Feel for You.” Answers 1. Gladys Knight and the Pips, in 1971. The show had run for 23 years and was...
• Many people have sent in the tip to use two bowls, one larger than the other, to serve cold salads at picnics. You add a few cups of crushed ice to the larger bowl, then nestle the smaller bowl into it, making it “chilled.” In any case, remember: Don’t leave food out longer than two hours. • If you’re planning food platters for your barbecue, consider making several smaller platters instead of one large dish. The large ones are harder to store when you prep beforehand, but a better reason is that the items will not go stale/too warm/too co...
Fred Smith has decided to step down as president of Friends of Lone Pine Cemetery, a position he has held since the organization was formed in 2007. He announced the decision at the spring meeting at the C&D Bar & Grill in Tekoa May 11. Lone Pine is located between Oakesdale and Tekoa. Smith nominated Terry Smiley of Sedro Wooley for his replacement as president. He was accepted and was approved by the board. Smith’s wife Patti agreed to be co-president. Smith, of Vancouver, Wash., provided lead...
More than a dozen volunteers gathered to distribute 7,806 pounds of food to those in need Tuesday morning at Peace Lutheran Church in Colfax. Sponsored by Thrivent Financial for Lutherans and Second Harvest, the food truck supplied vegetables, fruits, bread and 184 three-pound roasts donated by the state beef commission to an estimated 140 families. Above, Jim Repp, left, and Ruth Bafus sort apples. Below, the line began to form at 8:30 a.m. for the 10 a.m. distribution....
Week of May 28-June 1 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: Breakfast Wednesday: Deli sandwiches, caesar salad, fruit Thursday: Mac & cheese w/smokies, green salad, fruit, whole wheat roll JES Monday: No School Tuesday: Chicken patty on a whole wheat bun, oven fries, BBQ beans, fruit Wednesday: Breakfast for lunch...
The Thrift Shop at 525 NE Campus Street in Pullman’s Community Congregational church will have its spring “Half Off Everything” sale May 22-26. The shop is open Tuesdays, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. and Thursday, Friday, Saturday noon to 4:00 p.m. A portion of the proceeds benefits local charities, according to Nancy Mack, board chair....
Energy-efficiency lighting improvements to Palouse Elementary School and Garfield-Palouse High School have qualified for almost $38,000 in incentives from Avista Corp. The energy savings from the lighting project are expected to save the Palouse School District more than $10,000 per year in energy costs. Installing new energy-efficient lighting in all classrooms, offices, the two gyms and other lighted space will save the school district 168,000 kilowatt-hours per year. Supt. Bev Fox said the lighting upgrade was a project that had needed to...
Dear Savvy Senior, Are there any types of financial assistance programs that can help grandparents who are raising their grandkids? I have two grandchildren who are about to permanently move in with my husband and me, and we could use some help. Parents Again Dear Parents When it comes to raising grandkids, you definitely have plenty of company. Across the country about 5.8 million children are living with their grandparents, as the parents struggle with a variety of problems such as financial hardship, drug and alcohol addiction, prison time,...
Paul gives us five reasons why we can be content in Christ: —The Purpose of God (3) Our names are recorded in heaven —The Presence of God (8) God’s promise to be with us —The People of God (10, 14) A source of help —The Power of God (113) Strength to do what needs to be done —The Provision of God (19) He supplies all our needs according to His riches Dwight L. Moody spoke of verse 19 as being God’s blank check: The Firm - “My God” The firm can never go bankrupt. The Promise - “shall supply” The promise is absolutely certain The Amount -...
Edwards, Taylor Rose, was born May 8, 2012, at seven pounds, three ounces, to Brian and Ashley Edwards of Albion. Paternal grandparents are Carl and Deena Edwards of Petalunna, Calif. Maternal grandparent is Sarita Tomlinson of Pasco. The baby joins sister Riley, 2. Engle, Maya Sue, was born May 8, 2012, at seven pounds, four ounces, to Christopher and Anna Engle of Pullman. Paternal grandparents are Doug Engle of Pullman and Debbie Kadlec of Covington. Maternal grandparents are Dan Poiree of Seattle and Cathy Allen of Sumas. The baby joins...
The 13th annual Rosalia High School Art Show, titled “Back to the Stone Age” this year, will feature artwork created throughout the year as part of Rosalia’s 2012 Battle Days Celebration. Student art will include functional pottery, ceramic sculptures, paintings, drawings and photography. Other art exhibits include paintings and ceramic art by various local and Pacific-Northwest artists and a special new display from Herman Nebel Studio’s collection of vintage photographs of Bing Crosby at the... Full story
Rosalia had another impromptu auto show Sunday when this sports car club arrived from Spokane. Cars were parked along the fire station. Car clubs are making the Rosalia trip at the invitation of Josh Bryan at the Fairlane.... Full story
8 years ago May 27, 1887 The proprietor of an apology for a restaurant in this city until recently, appeared in the role of a sharper the other day at Palouse City, where he went with the intention of opening a restaurant and lodging house. Forming the acquaintance of one John W. Green, an industrious man whose eyesight was injured by the explosion of a blast on the line of the O.&C. railroad in Oregon. Jones represented to Green the rent was too high in Palouse City to engage in the business, but he would visit the railroad camp and secure p...
During this month, we celebrate the wonderful staff who provide care to our patients and visitors. I wanted to share a letter I received from a patient who happens to live in Orofino. He told me he would come back to Whitman Hospital and Medical Center if he ever needs surgery again. His comments reflect a consistent theme I hear from our patients: “I just wanted to let you and your staff know how much I enjoyed my stay at your hospital. Thank you seems so inadequate. I was treated with the utmost care and respect. The care I received from y...
Colors is the May Storytime theme at the Colton Library. Each week there will be a craft, stories, and a snack pertaining to a different color. Storytime is held in the library on Mondays at 10:30 a.m. for children ages 1-6. The library is closed on Memorial Day. Ten children completed the TV Free week at the Colton Library in April. Each received a free book. The penny drive in early April netted the library $70.05 for children’s programming. Theme for Summer Reading this year is Dream Big, Read! Weekly programs will have a nighttime theme. D... Full story
