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Date of First Publication: February 9, 2012 Barbara Reed Nettleton, Personal Representative Attorney for Personal Representative: THEODORE F.S. RASMUSSEN WSBA 8720 Theodore F.S. Rasmussen, P.S. S. 112 Crosby, P.O. Box 724 Tekoa, WA 99033 (509) 284-2332 Court of Probate Proceedings: Whitman County Superior Court Cause No.: 12-4-00011-1 6/3 Palouse-Rock Lake Conservation District Appointment Due Notice There is an upcoming term expiration for an Appointed Supervisor position on the Palouse-Rock Lake Conservation District. Conservation District...
(Full version and photos available in the Weekly Paper section, page 4B) A memorial service for Lila Jean Hendrickson, 83, former long-time resident of Colfax, will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb., 12, 2012, at the Community Bible Church in Colfax. She died Feb. 1, 2012, in East Wenatchee where she has resided since the fall of 2006. A graveside service will be at the Denver Cemetery in Grangeville, Idaho, this spring. Born Oct. 22, 1928, in Cottonwood, Idaho, to Oliver and Lillie Von Bargen Jones, she graduated from Cottonwood High School in 1946.... Full story
Week of Feb. 13-17 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: Sloppy joes/bun, oven fries, veggies, fruit Tuesday: Spikes pizza, green salad, pineapple, sherbet Wednesday: Crispitos, Mexican rice, jello, veggie, fruit Thursday: Turkey & gravy, potatoes, veggie, WW roll, fruit Friday: Chicken fajita on soft shell w/works, refried beans,...
The wise man built his house upon the rock ...” (Matthew 7:24) If this is so why is a “hard heart” a bad thing? Well, someone with a “hard” heart is harder to manipulate. So then, why is a “soft heart” admirable? Maybe because we can take advantage of it so easily. This is where language can be a barrier to understanding sometimes and where our assumptions can get in the way. Because I’m not talking about cold-hearted or mean spirited when I say a “hard” heart. What I mean is here is one that is hard like a rock, firm and strong enough to be...
Rogouska, Emilia and Olivia, were born Jan. 17, 2012, at six pounds, 12 ounces, and five pounds, 12 ounces, to Artem and Yuliya Rogouska of Pullman. The babies join sisters Anna, 7, and Antonia, 3. Gottschalk, Ryan Asher, was born Jan. 20, 2012, at eight pounds, three ounces, to Russell and Emily Gottschalk of Lewiston, Idaho. Paternal grandparents are Darrell and Cathy Gotschalk of Deary, Idaho. Maternal grandparents are Becky Keck and Cheley Keck, both of Potlatch, Idaho. The baby joins sister Alexandra, 2. Adams, Peter Enouch, was born Jan.... Full story
8 years ago February 11, 1887 For some weeks past, a professional gambler named Brown has plied his calling in this city, with more or less success as the case may be, and in the meantime has made himself quite conspicuous at the social dancing parties, at which he was an uninvited guest. Finally his company was deemed undesirable, of which fact he was politely informed by George Chapman on behalf of the management and requested to leave the ballroom, with which request he complied without raising a disturbance. Later, however, he endeavored...
Hillary Hamm of Moscow demonstrates how to cut glass with common household items during Thursday’s Meet the Artist session in the Colfax Library. Meet the Artist is sponsored by the Colfax Arts Council and the Friends of Whitman County Library. Hamm also talked about her blog, Thrillz of the Hillz, and making low-cost crafts. The next presentation for March 1 will feature Jennifer Rod, a talented painter and sculptor....
Regional Theatre of the Palouse will present both the male and female versions of Neil Simon’s comedy “The Odd Couple,” opening in repertory Feb. 9. at their theater, 122 N. Grand Ave. in Pullman. Shows will alternate each performance between the male and female versions. Director John Rich has been working with two, nine-member casts of well-trained and seasoned actors. Other evening performances will be Feb. 10, 11, 15, 16, 17 and 18, all beginning at 7:30 p.m. Matinées at 2:30 p.m. will be Feb. 11, 18 and 19. The shows take place in differ... Full story
The February meeting of the Whitman County Library Board of Trustees has been re-scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 28, at 4:30 p.m. in the Uniontown Branch of the Whitman County Library. This meeting was originally set for Feb. 21. All board meetings are open to the public....
Colfax School PTO will hoist a scholastic book fair at JES the week of Feb. 13-17. The fair will be open daily from 10-12:30 with family nights Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6-8 p.m. All money raised at the book fair benefits the Jennings Elementary School library program. Book fair customers may also help build classroom libraries by purchasing books through the classroom wish list program....
Members of the Palouse Country Cowboy Poetry Association will perform Sunday Feb. 25 at 2 p.m. at Dahmen Barn in Uniontown featuring three poets who have won awards at the national level. Also, Bodie Dominguez, Dave Fulfs and Jim Aasen will perform western music. The cost is $7 at the door....
Knowledge Unlimited and Silverwood Theme Park sponsor the 2012 PTO Reading Incentive Program. All K-8 graders who log 600 minutes of recreational reading in the six week period will earn a free admission pass to Silverwood Theme Park. “Reading is the Ticket” report forms with a parent’s signature are required. The completed paperwork will be due back at Jennings Elementary no later than Feb. 22....
Pamela Duran’s collection of antiques and artist dolls, Dolores Sanchez’ collection of beautiful and intricate antique Valentines, and WSU Regents Professor Dr. Wendy Brown’s exquisite antique cameos will be part of the Valentine’s Day celebration at Bank Left in Palouse Saturday, Feb. 11. A luncheon with reservations required will be served from noon to 2 p.m. and the Love Letters Reception will be from 1 to 5. Serving of a Valentine’s Dinner, reservations required, will be at 6 p.m. A concert will be included....
All pictures from the Eastern Washington Junior Rodeo Association which have run in three previous issues of the Gazette were taken by Robin Deines....
Anthenaeum The Feb. 3 meeting was at Jane Aune’s home and Mary Ann Wigen presided. Continuing the year’s theme “Notable Washington Women,” Ruth Enos presented a program about Tug Boat Annie. A young Norwegian, she and her husband immigrated to the U.S. and eventually moved to Tacoma. She started a row boat business in busy Tacoma harbor. With a logo “Always Ready,” the family built a large business of row boats, tug boats and ark ships. She was a smart woman who also worked and contributed to local organizations. A special movie from the In... Full story
Douglass daughter born Isabella May Douglass was born Feb. 2, 2012, at six pounds, 12.5 ounces, at Whitman Hospital and Medical Center to Stephanie Slayton and Tim Douglass. Maternal grandparents are Don and Deborah McEntire of Texarkana, Texas. Paternal grandparents are Jim Douglass and the late Betsy Douglass. The baby joins siblings Brianna, Justin, Lauren and Emilee. Novaks welcome son Preston John Novak was born Jan. 30, 2012, at seven pounds, eight ounces, to Ashley Bergey and Derek Novak. Maternal grandparents are Wayne and Pam Bergey... Full story
Youngsters in grades 1-4 are invited to 3rd Thursday’s “February Fun and Games” at the Colfax Library Feb. 16 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Kids may ride bus #5 with a note from a parent to enjoy stories, crafts, games and more. No need to sign up or pre-register for this free monthly event. All branches of Whitman County Library will close February 19-20 for President’s Day. Due dates have been extended and the library’s website services including online requesting, renewing, LiveMocha and a live chat librarian will still be available at www.whitc...
Lamont Art and Jill Swannack traveled to Scottsdale, Ariz., Jan. 24-29 to attend the American Sheep Industry convention. Art is a member of the national executive board and is in charge of the Resource Management council, which covers issues such as public grazing, predator management and targeted grazing (controlling weeds and other undesirable plants using sheep grazing). His council heard reports on reform efforts in Washington D.C., U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s new plan for wolf recovery in the U.S., grazing issues on public lands a... Full story
LaCrosse students in high school and junior high who earned grade averages of 3.0 and higher were named to the first semster honor roll. They are, as follows: Seniors: Jake Aune, Anne Fleming, Caleb Hannas, Taylor Martin, Ambreayia Tackett. Juniors: David Lane Hannas, Chelsie Kneale, Anna Roberts, Shayla Sisk, Matt Stubbs, Austin Summers, Justin Wargo, Jed Zimmer. Sophomores: Graham BeDell, Haley Dorman, Lester Guske III, Lindsey Miller. Freshmen: Alexis Hopkins, Jacob Johnson, Jason Wigen. Eighth grade: Ashtyn Aune, Jessica Guske, Madison...
Help Prevent Elder Abuse Dear Savvy Senior, Can you write a column on the shameful crime of elder abuse? I’ve worked for Adult Protective Services for many years, and it seems like this ongoing problem doesn’t get enough attention. Concerned Citizen Dear Concerned, I certainly can! Elder abuse is an immense and often hidden problem that all Americans need to be aware of so they can recognize it, and know what to do if they suspect a problem. According to the National Center on Elder Abuse, around 3.5 million seniors are victims of abuse, but...
Nicholas Rossi, former Colfax resident, placed second in the Friday night motorcross series at Sacramento Raceway Park in California. The six-round series concluded Oct. 14. Now seven years old, he was among 13 racers in the 50 cc Honda class. He is the grandson of Ron Olson of Colfax and son of Katrina Olson and Sam Anderson.... Full story
Since October, Laura Jones has been the librarian for the Endicott branch of the Whitman County Library, but she has not done it alone. Her best volunteers are family members. All of her family members are enlisted in running the small library. Austin, 11, helps to restack the books with the help of his brother Dakota, 9, and sister Keely, who is 7 years old. Their father, Larry, has also been recruited to help at the library while he takes a winter break from the construction business. “He jokes that he has spent more time in the library t... Full story
Friends and family of Mabel Wheeler gathered for a pair of parties last weekend to mark the farm girl’s 101st birthday. Ms. Wheeler was born Jan. 29, 1911. She celebrated with a rip-roaring party Saturday at the Cederberg Barn north of Colfax and Sunday with her friends and neighbors at the Courtyard. More than 60 guests attended Mabel’s Cederberg party, which included fiddle playing and the first annual Mabel Wheeler pool tournament which drew 22 contestants. Ms. Wheeler was born Mabel French and was raised alongside 15 siblings in the Moscow...
Beginning at the first of the year, Uniontown Deli owner Robin Weatherly now serves dinner and opens two hours earlier, at 7 a.m. The dinner options are focused to one dish most nights, but soon will expand. Mondays are meat loaf, Tuesdays tacos, Wednesday and Thursday appetizers and pizza and Fridays are order-off-the-menu. Friday will soon be a fish fry night. Weatherly designates Saturday nights for homestyle dishes such as fried chicken and casseroles. Hours are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 to 7 Saturday....
Cost of the walkway cover which will be installed at Whitman Hospital will be paid for by Alliance Imaging, the firm which provides the MRI services at the hospital. Installation of the canopy will be done under contract terms between the hospital and Alliance. The MRI unit now remains at the hospital and services are available Tuesday through Saturday....
