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NOTICE In the Superior Court of the State of Washington in and for the County of Whitman Sheriff's Public Notice of Sale of Real Property NO. 118250006190001 & 118250006020000 MARK CULBERTSON and SHERYL L. CULBERTSON; ALSO ALL OTHER PERSONS OR PARTIES UNKNOWN CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE, ESTATE, LIEN, OR INTEREST IN THE REAL ESTATE DESCRIBED IN THE COMPLAINT, Defendants Judgment Rendered on: April 10, 2012 Judgment and Order of Foreclosure Issued: April 25, 2012 Date Received: May 11, 2012 Date of Levy: May 15, 2012 To Mark Culbertson and Sheryl... Full story
THIS IS A HAMMER Don’t Wait Until Fall to Get Chimney Cleaned Q: I told my neighbor I was thinking of hiring a fireplace cleaner — a chimney sweep, I guess — this month, and he said I was crazy to schedule one at this time of year because they’ll charge me an arm and a leg. He said I should wait until fall when they’re busier. What do you think? — Janice C., Syracuse, N.Y. A: I think you should go ahead and schedule the fireplace cleaning. Worrying about the possibility that the cleaning company will charge you more than usual is silly when...
Ever want to go off some where and deal with your own stuff but life won’t let you? Jesus wanted to sometimes. John the Baptist, his cousin according to Luke, though not the other gospels, but certainly a powerful influence on his life and ministry had been executed by Herod. Only Matthew places the feeding story here. But wherever it is placed, the Feeding of the Multitude is the only miracle story in all four gospels. Society today tells us that we have to set boundaries, we have to take care of ourselves, we have to deal with our f...
Junior and senior students from Garfield-Palouse High School were specifically invited to the University of Idaho to attend a special day of classes. They were accompanied by their Current World Issues and U.S. History instructor, Dennis Griner, and teachers, Scott Thompson and Tim Coles. Dr. Bill Smith, Director of the University of Idaho’s Martin Institute of International Studies, organized a full day of presentations, guest speakers and activities for the junior and senior classes from Garfield-Palouse High School. As part of an e... Full story
For full Obituaries, see the full pages of the newspaper, page 2C.... Full story
For full picture spread of Rosalia Battle Days, see the full pages of the newspaper, page 1C....
Hospital makes changes in emergency department Patients who arrive at our emergency department (ED) on the weekend, will now see new faces. We have changed from a large, national company that provided physicians from various locations to a small regional group, most of whom have worked at Providence Holy Family Hospital in Spokane. All are board certified in emergency medicine. Our weekend coverage is complemented by our weekday coverage provided by Whitman Medical Group. I am confident patients will receive safe and excellent quality care and... Full story
Lamont Sandi Swannack and Steven Engles along with their friend, Keith Pigott from Tacoma, recently traveled to Alaska to hunt coastal black bears. They flew into Ketchikan and then boarded a DeHavilland Beaver float plane for the trip to Prince of Wales Island. They rented a Suburban and drove to Craig, Alaska, where they stayed at the Kingfisher Lodge. They hunted with the Suburban for the first few days and then changed to a 16 foot skiff. All three hunters killed bears, Sandi’s being the largest. Her bear scored a 20 inch skull and was six...
Evan Jones, son of Jeff Jones and Sabrina Jones, was named valedictorian of the St. John-Endicott High School Class of 2012 with a 4.0 grade average. During his senior year, Evan served as president of the Associated Student Body, National Honor Society and Future Business Leaders of America. Throughout his high school career, Evan also participated in Knowledge Bowl, Drama Club, cross-country and was selected as an SJE Junior Ambassador. Evan was also active as co-editor of the yearbook and co-captain of the basketball team. He will attend... Full story
The Pioneer Telephone Company of LaCrosse and Endicott board members, employees and their spouses gathered at dinner in Spokane Saturday to honor Gene Engstrom on his retirement. The occasion marked his service to the company since 1975. Durand Cox, president of the company, related the many advancements of the company throughout those years and thanked Engstrom for all his contributions and dedication. Bill Evans, past board member, presented the honoree with a special etched glass plaque as the appreciation gift. In back from left are Steve... Full story
Colfax High School presented degrees to 56 members of the class of 2012 Saturday afternoon in the Colfax gym. Class members received over $759,411 in awards and scholarships which were presented last Tuesday and listed in Saturday’s commencement program. Of that total, $674,756 was for scholarship awards which continue over a four-year student period. Valedictorian Morgan Willson and salutatorian Arik Laubach received their medals which were presented by parents prior to their respective addresses. Highest honor graduates with grade average o... Full story
• To clean out your coffee grinder in order to use it for spices, add about a half-cup of white rice, then pulverize it. Repeat until scent is gone and rice powder comes out clean. • It’s food-smart to separate utensils and cutting boards used for veggies, meats, poultry, etc. Here’s a handy chef’s trick: Color code. Paint a different color stripe down the edge of cutting boards and around the handle of utensils for each variety: green for veggies, yellow for poultry and red for beef. • Line the bottom of your dog’s food dish (underside) w...
Bank Left Gallery at Palouse will debut the eclectic art of painter Diane Barron from Worley, Idaho. This collection will include a number of her paintings. The opening reception with the artist will be Saturday, June 9, from 1 to 5 p.m. Following the reception, Bank Left Bistro will feature a dinner until 7:30 p.m. This show will run until July 7.... Full story
Hog Heaven Big Band will play at the Dahmen Barn June 23 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Schweitzer Engineering’s Social Club will host complimentary eastern swing dance lessons from 6:30 to 7:15, and students are invited to stay for the dance. Admission will be $8 for a couple and $5 for a single....
Author Kevin Carson will speak about his book, The Long Journey of the Nez Perce: A Battle History from Cottonwood to the Bear Paw at Neill Public Library June 16 at 1:30 p.m. Join him in the Hecht Meeting Room. Carson will discuss local connections, research, historical figures and the events of the war.... Full story
Dayton Historic Depot will host the Pacific Railcar Operators at the depot June 16 as part of Dayton’s All Wheels Weekend. Rides on the speeders will be available from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The cost for rides will be $3 and $6. Proceeds will go to support the depot, according to Mary Byrd, depot manager....
Teens interested in volunteering for Neill Public Library’s Summer Reading Program can serve as library ambassadors during the summer and help with registration and special library programs. To serve as a volunteer, teens 12-17 are required to attend one training session offered at the library. The next session will be June 24, 1:30 to 3:30. For more information, contact Youth Services Librarian Kathleen Ahern....
Regional Theatre of the Palouse at Pullman will offer weekly summer camps for students between 8 and 16 beginning June 18. Each week will include eight camp sessions with a closing performance. Hours will be 9 to noon, and 1 to 4 p.m. Sessions will be June 18-22 for “Stepping into the Spotlight,” June 25-29 for Wonderful World of Disney, July 9-13 for Hollywood Glee club and July 16-20 for “Broadway Show Review.” Fees will be $25 per session. An evening adult-teen acting workshop will be June 11-28 from 6:30 to 8:30. Theater product...
P.E.O. Fourteen members attended the Chapter AF meeting at Peace Lutheran Church May 29 with Lynn Nelson hostess. The program was presented by Curtis Scholz who showed a video from three days of hiking the Grand Canyon. A Scholarship Award of $500 was presented to Megan Groom at the Senior Awards night. Ann Marra made the presentation on behalf of the local chapter. The June 18 meeting will be at Events on Main, at 6 p.m. The state convention report will be given by Liane Smith, delegate. Reservations need to be made with Marcia Binder. Next sc... Full story
The Whitman County Library Board meeting which was set for Tuesday, June 19 at 4 p.m. in the Colfax Library has been rescheduled for Tuesday, June 12. The meeting is open to the public and community members are welcome. For more information, contact Peggy Bryan at the library.. Colfax Library kick starts Summer Reading with professional juggler and comedian Curtis Carlyle Thursday, June 14 at 10:30 a.m. This program is free and sponsored by the Friends of Whitman County Library. Cupcake Camp at the Colfax Library will be Monday, June 18 at...
Hutton, Dalton Blair, was born May 25, 2012, at seven pounds, one ounce, to Chris and Mandy Hutton of Pullman. Paternal grandparents are Dave and Terry Hutton of Moscow. Maternal grandparents are Keith and Del McKinley of Pomeroy. The baby joins brother, Dylan 2. Mayo, Hailie Jain, was born May 26, 2012, at five pounds, 14 ounces, to Russel Mayo and Jordan Kellens of Colfax. Paternal grandparents are Heidi Brincken of Colfax and Richard Mayo of Hibbing, Minn. Maternal grandparents are Cheryl Kellems of Deer River, Minn., and Frank Kellems,...
Week of June 11-15 At Garfield/Palouse School: Monday: Cook’s Choice Tuesday: Cook’s Choice At Oakesdale School: Monday: Beef tacos, brown rice, lettuce-cheese cup, fruit, fresh veggies Tuesday: Corn dogs, green salad, fruit cup, fresh veggies Wednesday: Chicken Strips, WW roll, fruit, corn, fresh veggies COUNCIL ON AGING SENIOR PROGRAM MENUS Week of June 11-15 Colfax-Plymouth Congregational Church: Wednesday — Western BBQ Chicken, baked beans, coleslaw, cornbread, fruit, milk, coffee or tea. Rosalia-Methodist Church: Tuesday — Western BBQ Chi... Full story
A 100th birthday observance for Bernadine Pyborn Whitmore has been scheduled during the Whitman County Historical Society Ice Cream Social at the Perkins House June 24. She will mark her 100th birthday June 27. She was born on that date in 1912 just outside of Wilcox and lived on a farm there. She and Irvine (Rusty) Whitmore were married Jan. 9, 1930, and they made their home south of Colfax on the Airport Road for 76 years. Mr. Whitmore died in January of 2009 at age 100. Bernadine has been living at Nelson’s Corner in Colfax since July of 2...
A new writers group marked their first meeting Tuesday at the Palouse Library at 6 p.m. Organizer Steve Gill said all writers in the area are encouraged to attend the monthly sessions which on the first Tuesday of the month. “We’re not trying to be exclusive. If 30 people show up at a meeting, we’ll just split into two groups, ” said Gill. The first meeting was June 5 with the second scheduled July 3....
Locations for a state and federal emergency food distribution: Wednesday, June 27: Palouse Community Center, 1 to 3 p.m.; Rosalia United Methodist Church, 9 to 11 a.m.; St. John Methodist Church, 9 to 10 a.m. Thursday, June 28: Malden/Pine City, Town Hall, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.; Garfield Legion / Grange Hall, 2 to 6 p.m.; LaCrosse, 110 N. Main, 8 a.m. to noon; Tekoa City Hall, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Oakesdale Baptist Church, 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.; Endicott City Hall, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, June 29: Colton-Uniontown, Uniontown Community Building, 8 a.m.... Full story
