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Glaucoma Sneaks Up On Seniors Dear Savvy Senior, What are the risk factors for glaucoma? My 82-year-old father lost much of his vision from it about 10 years ago and my sister was recently diagnosed with it, and neither had a clue anything was wrong. Blindsided Dear Blindsided, It’s called the “silent thief of sight” for a reason. With no early warning signs or symptoms, most people that have glaucoma don’t realize it until their vision begins to deteriorate. Here’s what you should know. What is Glaucoma? Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases...
Lamont Bill and Stella and Dean and Mindy Melville attended the wedding of La Rena Claassen and Daniel Draper at the Onecho Bible Church Dec. 31. The bride is a teacher of agriculture in the Washtucna School and the groom farms with the Draper Farms. Allen and Diane Cook attended services at the Highland Park United Methodist Church in Spokane last Sunday. Following the service, they joined Eddie and Seiko Edamatsu of Spokane and Phyllis Edamatsu from Dover, Del., at the Ming Wah Cafe. Phyllis returned to her home on Monday. Eric Ericson died...
Oakesdale Oakesdale Fire Department’s annual Pancake Feed will be Monday, Jan. 11 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Oakesdale Fire Station. The Oakesdale All-School reunion committee will have a planning meeting on Sunday, Jan. 17, at 7 p.m. at the Oakesdale museum. Everyone is encouraged to attend. To have a name posted as a Nighthawk Booster in the 2009-2010 Basketball District program get ahold of Brenda McFarling at the school. Proceeds go to support the Nighthawk teams and Whitman County Shrine....
Hooper Ali Mock of Vancouver and Megan Mock of Phoenix, spent several days before Christmas at the home of Keith and Carla Danielson helping to get ready for the festivities. They were joined Dec. 24 by Ali’s parents, Tim and Erin Mock, and her twin sisters, Jill and Kate, along with Andy Mock of Spokane. Keith Danielson traveled to Minnesota Dec. 21-23 to help his father, Don Danielson, celebrate his 80th birthday. Kate and Scooter Lyle, Claire and Collin, Ian and Jessica McGregor, Abby, Genevieve, Lillian, and Olivia, joined Alex and Linda Mc...
Dusty Dusty area was inundated with a gully washer on New Year’s Day. Close to an inch of rain fell in about 20 minutes resulting in water and mud running over the highway, washing out lanes and depositing mud in sheds and other locations. Last year it was snow up to the hindquarters, and this year it’s mud up to the ankles. Early guests for Christmas at the Dick and Helen Appel home were Phil Appel, Spokane; and Sabrina Appel, Salem. Joining them Christmas Eve were Susan Appel, Pullman; Caroline, Rob, Zack, Kade, Ellie and Lucien Kunkel, Pul...
Endicott Church change Endicott Bible Church plans to discontinue Sunday morning worship services and instead offer Bible study sessions each Sunday at 6 p.m. Pastor Dean Ellis said the study sessions, which begin this week, will be open to all residents who are interested in digging deeper into the meaning of the scriptures and how they can apply them to everyday life. Endicott Bible Church is located in the former Congregational Church in Endicott. On campus MUSIC WSU’s Sheila K. Converse, mezzo-soprano, will perform folk songs arranged by cl...
Meet Brady Kiesz, Rosalia After less than two years living in Rosalia, 24 year old Brady Kiesz decided it was home enough to do his part to better the town. Brady threw his hat into the ring for the position of Rosalia mayor. “I said if we’re going to be here for the long-haul…why not make that investment into the community,” he recalled. Kiesz lost the race by a small margin, but hasn’t let that deter him. “The experience was like none that I have ever done before,” he said. “Talking with...
This deer Saturday helped himself to whatever he could muster on the deck of the residence of Gary and Janis Behymer Saturday in Colfax. The Behymers reside on Valleyview at the top of Thorn Street hill in Colfax....
Library closures All 14 branches of the Whitman County Library System will close today, Thursday, Dec. 31 at 3 p.m. and all day Jan. 1 in observance of the New Year’s Day. Due dates for library materials have been extended in anticipation of the closures. Access to the library’s catalog, subscription databases and a live, online librarian will still be available by visiting the library’s website: www.whitco.lib.wa.us Births Son born to Demler/Skinner A boy, Tristan Kelly Steele, was born Dec. 28, 2009, at Whitman Hospital and Medical Cente...
Lamont Lamont Community Church has a new sign to show the location of the church in Lamont. It was designed, made and installed by Tim and Dave Stromberger of Davenport. The previous sign that stood in this spot for many years was made by Bill Miller who lived in Lamont and was the last operator of the train depot there. Dan and Jean Stromberger attended the 50th anniversary celebration for Don and Carolyn Fries Sunday at the Faith Bible Church in Spokane. Don is a nephew of Dan and a graduate of Sprague High School. Maggie and Nick Phyhos from... Full story
How to Choose and Use a Cane Dear Savvy Senior Is there anything to know when it comes to buying a cane? My dad has arthritis in his knee and could use a little extra help getting around. What can you tell me? Raising Cane Types of Canes Not surprisingly, the most widely used assistive device in the U.S. is the cane, used by nearly 5 million people. The kind of cane you get for your dad should be determined by the amount of support he needs and the style of the grip he prefers. Here are the basic types of canes you’ll have to choose from: * C...
Dusty Wes, Jen, Bo and Lauren Claassen spent a week in Branson, Mo., over Christmas with Jen’s family. All of her siblings, nieces and nephews were able to join them. The Claassens returned to their home the 27th. Blake and Carmen Heaton attended the 50th wedding anniversary celebration of Joe and Carolyn Magee Schauble Dec. 26 in Spokane at Cataldo Hall, Gonzaga University. Carolyn was a former resident of Hay. Art and Colene Sager joined their children and their families, Blake and Marcy Sager and children and Don and Gaylene Manning and c...
Karlyn Krista Pennell and Douglas Calvin Swinney were united in marriage Saturday, July 11, 2009, in an evening ceremony at Garfield Christian Church in Garfield with Pastor Phil Weagraff officiating. An elegant dinner and dance reception followed at Moscow University Inn. On the eve of the wedding, a rehearsal dinner at Fireside Grill in Pullman was hosted by the groom’s parents. Karlyn is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Roger Pennell of Garfield. She is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Bert Tribbett of Garfield and the late Mr. and M...
Week of Jan. 4-8, 2010 At Colton School: Monday: Orange chicken over rice, green salad, mandarin oranges, corn. Tuesday: Italian dunkers, yogurt cups, corn, fruit. Wednesday: Biscuits with gravy, egg patties, hashbrowns, fruit. Thursday: Hot dogs, pork and beans, fries, fruit. Friday: Chicken patties on a bun, au gratin potatoes. At Oakesdale School: Monday: Pizza, green salad, pineapple, carrot sticks. Tuesday: Beef and noodles, rolls, corn, peaches. Wednesday: Chili, cinnamon rolls, green salad, oranges. Thursday: Vegetable soup, PBJ... Full story
The Holiday Season is coming to a close, but the Season to celebrate is hardly over. As you think about how you’re going to spend your New Year’s (eve or day) and the winter football and basketball seasons, the Gazette would like to share some of their favorite appetizer recipes with you. Please enjoy these with friends and family as you ring in the New Year or cheer on your favorite teams. These recipes are Gazette favorites and are sure to keep your guest full, even when the score’s not in your favor. A Happy New Year to All! Brie En Crout... Full story
A male Downy Woodpecker makes a regular stop in Colfax to load up on fuel to offset the cold temperatures of winter. The visitor normally makes an exit stop on the upper tree limbs to clean suet off its beak before flying off to its next stop. Downy Woodpeckers are not much larger than chickadees and nuthatches and often mix with them. The red top appears on the male Downy. The Downy is often confused with the Hairy Woodpecker which has the same marking but is larger.... Full story
Pill Splitting: When it’s safe, and when it isn’t Savings and Safety The reason pill splitting is such a cost cutter is because of a quirk in the way drugs are manufactured and priced. A pill that’s twice as strong as another may not be twice the price. In fact, it’s usually about the same price. So, buying a double-strength dose and cutting it in half may allow you to get two months worth of medicine for the price of one. But is it safe? As long as your doctor agrees that splitting your pills is OK for you, you learn how to do it properl... Full story
BOOKMARK Whitman County Library will close Dec. 24-25, Dec. 31 at 3 p.m. and Jan. 1. The Web site and all book drops will be available for requesting and returning items. Storytime will not be held on Dec. 24 or 31 due to library closures. Storytime resumes on Thursday Jan. 7, with Baby Time at 10:10, Toddler Time 10:30-11 and Preschool Time from 11:00-11:30. Friday Dec. 25 and Jan. 1 Play and Learn is also cancelled due to library closures. Play and Learn returns on Jan. 8 from 10-11:30 for children of all ages and their parents, grandparents...
Yakima Canutt book relates wrangler days A new book about Yakima Canutt, Penawawa area native who earned fame as a national rodeo champion and went on to a career as a Hollywood stunt director, has been released. Titled “My Rodeo Years,” the book was published by McFarland & Co., in Jefferson, N.C. It is based on Canutt’s recollections of his years as a cowboy competitor which were told to John Crawford, retired Hollywood actor and writer who originated the Codger Bowl in Colfax. Crawford, who now resides in Newbury Park, Calif., condu...
Dusty One Dusty family traveled Dec. 20 to the Tucannon campground for Christmas trees. Luke, Jennifer, Myshala and Quincy Morris, Keith and Sally Morris and Bridgett and Chad Hocutt and Hope and Miriam of Spokane, went to the Tucannon campground to cut three Christmas trees. Myshala cut the tree for her family by herself. They also roasted marshmallows and hot dogs. Saturday, Luke, Jennifer, Myshala and Quincy Morris were guests of Jennifer’s father and his wife, Larry and Racquel Lewis, for dinner at their home in Lewiston. They were j...
Garfield /Palouse singers directed by Rebecca Hemphill performed at the U of I Holiday Jazz Concert at the Moscow Middle School field house. The concert was under the direction of the UI’s Dan Bukvich.... Full story
Garfield-Palouse Middle School choir members and grade school students put on Santa hats and went “get well” caroling in Palouse Dec. 18, bringing holiday cheer and best wishes for a speedy recovery to Palouse resident Amy Hoffman. Her daughters, Sierra and Ariel, both students at GPMS, joined in the singing, and the weather cooperated to make the outdoor performance possible. Becky Hemphill directed the singers....
COUNCIL ON AGING SENIOR PROGRAM MENUS Week of Dec. 28, 2009-Jan. 1, 2010 Colfax-Plymouth Congregational Church: Wednesday — Special Clam Chowder, tortilla rollups, vegetable plate, dessert, milk, coffee or tea. Rosalia-Methodist Church: Tuesday — Home style roast beef, mashed potatoes, gravy, hot mixed veggies, salad, dinner roll, milk, coffee or tea. Palouse-Palouse Federated Church: Wednesday — Special Clam Chowder, tortilla rollups, vegetable plate, dessert, milk, coffee or tea. Pullman-Pullman Senior Center: Monday — Tuna salad on bun wit...
Oakesdale The annual Casey Lawson Memorial Alumni Game is a great time for all the Nighthawk Alums to get together again and remember Lawson. The games will take place in Oakesdale Saturday, Dec. 26, at 5 p.m. for the women’s game and 6:30 p.m. for the men. Format will be older grads vs. recent grads. Admission is free, but donations will be accepted. All proceeds will go to the Nighthawk Alumni Athletic Scholarship. Raffle items include Nike Golf Clubs, Nike Luggage bags, Backpacks, and duffel bags. Women’s roster will include Heidi Cri...
Lamont Diane Cook returned home Tuesday after spending three days in Norfolk, Va., as guest of her brother and sister-in-law, Ed and Ilene Dickinson. She then flew to Fort Lauderdale, Fla., where she met up with Allen’s cousins and husbands, Donna (Cook) and Don Harbaugh, Missoula, Mont., Paula Cook, Nancy (Cook) and Dave Klotz, Tacoma and Shirley (Cook) and Larry Benson, Vancouver. They went for a 10-day cruise to the Caribbean Islands of St. Thomas, St. Kitts, St. Lucia, St. Martin and Barbados. Diane reported a wonderful, fun-filled time w...
