POWBAC project delayed while crews repair drainage problem

Motley & Motley construction crews are expected to be at the Colfax airport for at least another two weeks to fix unforeseen issues with tile lines which have caused water to surface around the $1.8 million runway project at the Port of Whitman County Business Air Center. The runway paving, however, has been completed, and temporary striping has been painted.

The Port of Whitman County Business Air Center, originally expected to re-open this week after more than two months of construction, will remain closed for at least two more weeks while tile lines are repaired.

Port Executive Director Joe...