Serving Whitman County since 1877
Serving Whitman County since 1877
Wylie, Wild West book Tekoa return
Western music star Wylie Gustafson and his band will return to the Empire Theater in Tekoa next Friday, Sept. 28, at 7 p.m. Gustafson is now based in Montana near where he grew up. A former Dusty resident, he retains a fondness for Whitman County, and the Empire continues to be one of the group’s favorite concert stops.
“The magic always seems to happen there. We’re happy to come back with some new music from our new CDs,” stated Gustafson.
Wylie’s list of credits is as impressive as they come. He has performed more than 50 times on The Grand Ole Opry, has played Kennedy Center, Lincoln Center and the National Folk Festival; taught Conan O’Brien how to yodel, has performed worldwide including a recent tour of Russia. Baxter Black commented that Wylie has “changed the water level in the ‘cowboy entertainment aquarium’.”
He will be joined by Spokane native Rich Byrceson on drums and vocals, Coeur d’Alene resident Sam Platts on guitar and Shane Queener on bass. They are already booked as a featured act in 2013 at the National Cowboy Poetry Gathering, the Spirit of the West Festival and other major western events. Their latest CD, “Rocketbuster” includes a tribute to classical cellist Yo Yo Ma.
The Empire Theater in Tekoa, a registered nonprofit organization, is recognized as one of the finest small event venues in the Northwest and is currently booking entertainment for the coming year. Admission to Wylie and the Wild West will be $20.
Scandinavian music
Jane and Jeff Anderson from Olympia will play old-time Scandinavian music in authentic costumes and demonstrate dance steps Sunday, Sept. 23, from 1 to 3 p.m. The Andersons share a passion for their Nordic roots while performing for the Seattle Folklife Festival and do concerts and dances throughout the Northwest.
Admission will be $8 at the door.
CLUBS & YOUTH GROUPS
Steptoe C Club
Steptoe Community Club is holding free coffee hours open to every member of the greater Steptoe community on the first and third Mondays of each month. Any and all are invited to the Steptoe Fire Station for coffee, treats and story swapping. Next gathering will be Oct. 1.
BIRTHS
PULLMAN REGIONAL HOSPTIAL
Whitman County Gazette- Sept. 20, 2012
Welter, Jaxon Daniel, born Sept. 7 at seven pounds, 11 ounces, first child for Taylor Welter and Grant Shirey of Pullman. Paternal grandparents are Sheldon and Debi Shirey. Maternal grandparents are Dan and Tina Welter, all of Pullman.
Stratton, David Inman, born Sept. 9 at seven pounds, four ounces, first child for David Clifton and Kristen Stratton of Pullman. Paternal grandparents are David and Ginny Stratton of Atlanta, Ga. Maternal grandparents are Steven Smith of Seattle and Marilyn Smith of Dallas, Texas.
Webb, Libby Kay, was born Sept. 10 at eight pounds to Matt and Amanda Webb of St. John. Paternal grandmother is Marilyn Webb of St. John. Maternal grandparents are Gary and Ann Sooy of Cheney. The baby joins a sister Vanessa, 4, and a brother Zane, 2.
Weldon, Maxwell Murray, born Sept. 11 at eight pounds, two ounces, to Shaun and Lindsay Weldon of Pullman. Paternal grandparents are Richard and Jannell Weldon of Kirkland. Maternal grandfather is James Murray of Covington. The baby joins brother, Enoch, 3.
ON CAMPUS
MUSIC
Seven faculty members will collaborate on a varied collection of works for the WSU faculty artist series concert at 8 p.m. next Friday, Sept. 28, in Bryan Hall.
“Borrowing from Our Friends” will include Shannon Scott, clarinet, playing “Daley’s Arc,” a modern piece with musical references to 1950s rock, and the ensemble En Chamade (David Turnbull, trumpet, and Jill Schneider, organ) performing baroque and romantic works. Schneider will play the Bryan Hall Schantz pipe organ. Also featured will be Dave Snider on bass, Chris Dickey on euphonium and Ann Yasinitsky on flute with Gerald Berthiaume on piano. Faculty favorites to be performed include Barber’s “Adagio for Strings,” the Franck “Sonata in A Major” and two pieces from Handel’s “Water Music.”
Proceeds from ticket sales benefit the School of Music scholarship fund. Tickets will be on sale one hour before the performance in the Bryan Hall lobby at $10 general admission, $5 senior 60 and older and non-WSU students, and free for WSU students with ID.
OTHER
U-pick pumpkins, a corn maze, hay wagon rides and more will be part of the free harvest party at the WSU organic farm Saturday, Oct. 6, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.
Participants can guess at the Great Pumpkin’ s weight. The closest guess will win the giant or a more reasonable sized jack-o-lantern of the winner’s choice.”
Other activities will include face painting and fresh pressed apple cider. The orchard also will be open for U-pick and pre-picked fruit sales..
The U-pick pumpkin patch will have traditional jack-o-lanterns, baby pumpkins and a few novelty varieties. Pumpkins will be sold by weight.
The farm is located inside Tukey Horticulture Orchard on the corner of Airport Road and Terre View..
ART
DRAMA
BOOKMARK
Dr. Gordon Wilson, entomologist, visits the Colfax Library today Thursday, Sept. 20 at 3:30 p.m. for a special “Snakes Alive” program. This program is open to all students and home school kids grades 1-4. Jennings students may ride bus # 3 with a note from a parent or guardian. Due to our special guest, the library encourages all family members to attend this snake-sharing event.
Inland Northwest Blood Center and the Colfax Library will sponsor a blood drive on Tuesday, Sept. 25 from 2:30-5:30 p.m. Visit http://www.inbcsaves.org to make an appointment or call Whitman County Library.
The Colfax Library is screening a free PG-13 movie next Wednesday, Sept. 26 at 1 p.m. This movie makes cinematic history as it unites the super hero team-up of a lifetime. No one under the age of 13 will be permitted unless accompanied by an adult or with prior consent.
hour before the performance in the Bryan Hall lobby at $10 general admission, $5 senior 60 and older and non-WSU students, and free for WSU students with ID.
OTHER
U-pick pumpkins, a corn maze, hay wagon rides and more will be part of the free harvest party at the WSU organic farm Saturday, Oct. 6, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.
Participants can guess at the Great Pumpkin’ s weight. The closest guess will win the giant or a more reasonable sized jack-o-lantern of the winner’s choice.
Other activities will include face painting and fresh pressed apple cider. The orchard also will be open for U-pick and pre-picked fruit sales.
The U-pick pumpkin patch will have traditional jack-o-lanterns, baby pumpkins and a few novelty varieties. Pumpkins will be sold by weight.
The farm is located inside Tukey Horticulture Orchard on the corner of Airport Road and Terre View.
BOOKMARK
Dr. Gordon Wilson, entomologist, visits the Colfax Library today Thursday, Sept. 20, at 3:30 p.m. for a special “Snakes Alive” program. This program is open to all students and home school kids grades 1-4. Jennings students may ride bus # 3 with a note from a parent or guardian. Due to our special guest, the library encourages all family members to attend this snake-sharing event.
Inland Northwest Blood Center and the Colfax Library will sponsor a blood drive on Tuesday, Sept. 25 from 2:30-5:30 p.m. Visit http://www.inbcsaves.org to make an appointment or call Whitman County Library.
The Colfax Library is screening a free PG-13 movie next Wednesday, Sept. 26, at 1 p.m. This movie makes cinematic history as it unites the super hero team-up of a lifetime. No one under the age of 13 will be permitted unless accompanied by an adult or with prior consent.
MARRIAGE LICENSES
Kendrick A. Kuehans, 25, and Lynelle E. Morelan, 29, both Troy, Idaho, Sept. 14.
Elliot W. Hartley, 23, Yakima, and Anna L. Kirk, 22, Goldendale, Sept. 13.
Jason C. Hanson, 24, and Elisabeth A. Weilert, 19, both Pullman, Sept. 11.
James A. Largent, 26, and Kayla B. Paulsen, 24, both Pullman, Sept. 10.
David C. Hoos III, 29, and Emily A. Nye, 26, both
Moscow, Sept. 10.
WHITMAN COUNTY
BUILDING PERMITS
Kincaid Farms, Pullman, re-roof/re-side, $65,000, Sept. 13.
Mark Kuehner, Palouse, repair, $10,000, Sept. 13.
Art Schlthsies, Colton, oil furnace, $8,345, Sept. 13.
RCC Atlantic, Kamiak Butte, remove nine microwave antenna and erect five microwave antenna, $10,000, Sept. 13.
Debbie Gatherer, Oakesdale, re-roof, $13,130, Sept. 11.
Gail and Sherry Larson, pole building, $26,000, Sept. 11.
CITY BUILDING PERMIT
Ray Morris, gas furnace at 415 E Upper A, Sept. 18.
NOW HERE’S A TIP
By JoAnn Derson
• “To clean the mouthpiece on the telephone in my home, I dip a soft toothbrush into rubbing alcohol, shake off any excess and use it to brush the holes in the handset clean. I do this weekly during cold and flu season.” — M. in Minnesota
• To keep track of rolls of tape or other rolled items in your shop, hang a length of chain from two “S” hooks on your pegboard. They will be readily accessible, and you can tear off what you need.
• “If you use those little plastic key-ring cards for store rewards accounts and discount programs, you can keep them easily organized in a small photo brag book. These books can be found at drugstores and big-box retailers, and are meant for a small collection of wallet-size pictures. However, if you put your cards in one, it’s easy to flip through to find the correct card to scan.” — R.I. in Arkansas
• Fill an easy-to-use hand-soap dispenser with body wash or shampoo for kids to use in the bath or shower.
• “Here’s a fun idea for place cards at Thanksgiving (coming up in Canada): Scan in and print out a photo of each guest as a child. Laminate it and attach it to a pretty piece of ribbon with a glue gun. Use the ribbon to tie up a napkin and/or utensils. Guests will have a good time trying to guess who’s who and reminiscing about days gone by.” — P.D. in Ontario, Canada
• When working with juicy items (lemons, watermelon, etc.) on a cutting board, try placing the board on a kitchen towel. When the juices run off the edge, they’ll be caught by the towel. Cleanup will be easy!
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