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NOTICE OF CALL FOR BIDS FARMINGTON ROAD OVERLAY C.R.P. No. 1000-11 WHITMAN COUNTY, STATE OF WASHINGTON Sealed proposals for this project will be received by the Board of County Commissioners of Whitman County, State of Washington, at its office in the Whitman County Courthouse in Colfax, Washington, until 11:00 a.m. Pacific Daylight Savings Time, on Monday, August 7, 2017, at which time all bids will be opened and publicly read. Each proposal shall be separately sealed in an envelope addressed to the Whitman County Board of County... Full story
Dahmen books the Hankers The Hankers will perform the next concert in the summer series at the Dahmen barn in Uniontown Saturday, July 15, starting at 7 p.m. Admission will be $15 at the door beginning at 6:15 p.m. Wine, beer and snacks will be for sale. The Hankers are a dynamic country, southern rock and blues band that blends vocals with instrumental talent. Keith Niehenke and spouse Julie Green, lead vocalist, were both raised in Colfax. Niehenke has performed all over the United States, Canada and Europe. He has opened shows for Chris...
A memorial service for Elizabeth Louise Clark, 89, Pullman, will be Friday, July 14, at 1 p.m. at the Community Congregational United Church of Christ, 525 NE Campus St., Pullman. Vault interment will proceed the service at the Pullman Cemetery. Mrs. Clark died July 9, 2017, at home in Pullman. Born in Dayton, June 20, 1928, to Everett M. and Louise Ott Webb, she moved with her family to Fairfield where Betty spent her early school years. They moved to Pullman in 1936, and she graduated from... Full story
8 years ago The Commoner July 8, 1892 Two jail birds arrived from Pullman on Thursday's train to fill the vacated cells of murderer Miller and forger Doyle, who took their leave of Colfax at that hour on an extended ramble of several years among the spacious cells and corridors of the state prison. The new arrivals are Richard Tobin and Thos. Taylor, committed by Justice Merriman in default of $200 bonds each to await the action of the superior court on a charge of robbing Chas. Miller, a laborer, of $135, while asleep in his room at the... Full story
Thursday, July 6, brought the summer’s first triple digit temperature readings to downtown Colfax....
Thirty-two members of the Colfax class of 1970 attended a 47-year reunion Saturday at the Colfax Golf Club. The class, which totaled 93 grads, had not had a reunion for 22 years, and Saturday's event was billed as a warmup for the 50-year gathering in three years. In front, from the left, are Arlene Kolowinski Lieurance, Marcia Leinweber Morris, Kathy Mackleit Harper, Kay Kirkpatrick Branch, Laurie Suess Clark, Jolynn Henderson Duncan, Audrey Schluneger McClean, Kathy Stueckle Organ, Diana...
Rosalia The community is invited to come and meet the candidates for the upcoming 2017 election at 2 p.m. Aug. 5 at Rosalia City Park....
Thursday, July 13 Rosalia and Tekoa - Summer Reading – We'll be Building a Better World through imagination, science, art and more. For themes and times, visit our online Events Calendar at www.whitco.lib.wa.us Colton - 3 p.m. – Blackout Poetry – Blackout Poetry is created by covering the words in a text with permanent marker, leaving uncovered a few choice words to make a poem. Teens ages 12 and older are invited. Rosalia - 6 p.m. – Family Movie Night – Bring your family and enjoy a great family movie in the air-conditioned library. Friday, J...
Dear Savvy Senior, I just received my Medicare card in the mail and was surprised to see that the ID number is the same as my Social Security number. I know it’s a bad idea to carry around anything that displays my Social Security number because it makes me vulnerable to identity theft. Wasn’t the government supposed to stop putting Social Security numbers on Medicare cards? New Beneficiary Dear New, Many people new to Medicare are surprised to learn that the ID number on their Medicare card is still identical to their Social Security num...
Members of the LaCrosse High School class of 1967 gathered for their 50-year reunion during this year's Farmers' Festival. In front, from the left, are Janice Johnson Washburn, Becky Nealey Kekuna, Gail Dorman Seymour, Darleen Roberts Knott, Loretta Bell Daniel, Carol Barry Crowell, and Arlene Poffenroth Gordon. In back, from the left, are Pat Collier, Dale Poffenroth, Bernard Schneider, Roger Daniel, Leonard Mortlock, Kevin Washburn, and Jon Gordon. Also attending but not pictured was Kathy...
LaCrosse's class of 1957 celebrated its 60-year reunion at the LaCrosse Farmer's Fest. In the front row are Dee Camp, LaCrosse; Lucky Myrick, Dusty. In back, from the left, are Jerry Stroup, Colfax; George Mackleit, Colfax; Archie Pittman, Kennewick; Joan Brink Myrick, Dusty; Kay Ryan, Wenatchee; and Claudia Knott Mays, Pullman. Two class members were unable to attend and two are deceased....
Albion librarian Lynn Fleharty provides story times and Play and Learn programs for youth and a book club for adults. The Albion Library is a busy place. With a population of just under 600, the town has a full square block park in its center where the old brick high school serves as the community center and fire station. There is also a basketball court, baseball diamond and playground. The library is on the first floor of the old school and provides not only books, DVD’s and public c... Full story
Lacrosse Swim lessons will begin July 17. All ages are welcome, and cost will be $35 per child. Class will range between 30 and 45 minutes. Lesson sessions will be July 17 - 21 and July 24 - 26. Contact Alynn Harder or Autumn Meyers to enroll youngsters....
An open-house reception for photographer Tom Mohr will be Wednesday, July 19, from 5 to 7 p.m. at The Center next to Colfax Library. This event will feature complimentary hors d’oeuvres, a no-host beer and wine bar and the photography of Tom Mohr in his newest exhibit, “Why I moved to Colfax, Chapter 2.” Last fall, Mohr regularly fielded the question “Why did you move to Colfax?” Mohr responded with a photography exhibit of regional events and panoramic landscapes that was called “Why I moved to Colfax.” The exhibit was so popular that...
Dusty Dick and Helen Appel and 42 family members spent four days at Camp Rumblewood near Sequim. They spent time clamming, kayaking, exploring tide pools, visiting and eating. Susan Lynch and daughters Cecilia and Abagail visited her parents, Dick and Helen Appel for two weeks. Joe Lynch joined his family the last week. They live in West Layfayette, Ind., where Joe is doing post-doctoral work at Purdue University. Bruce, Elaine, Logan, Charlie and Spencer Appel, Spokane, recently visited Dick and Helen for a weekend. They went boating Sunday...
The Rev. F. David Wells was appointed to serve as pastor for the LaCrosse United Methodist Church as of July 1. He and his wife Georgia have returned to the area from Massachusetts where he served as pastor of the East Douglas United Methodist Church in Douglas, Mass. Wells first came to this area in 1966 from the University of Idaho to serve as band leader and music teacher for Endicott schools. As a new teacher, he was a guest soloist at the church Thanksgiving dinner and directed Easter...
Hilltop restrictions on how high a house can be – and what counts as part of a house – will be up for further consideration by county commissioners after they delayed a full decision July 3 following a hearing with County Planner Alan Thomson. At issue are notices about applications for cluster residential districts and height requirements. These rules are for unincorporated areas in the county, as opposed to subdivisions inside towns and cities. Chapter 19-12 of the Whitman County Code, for...
Holding an electronic device to answer a call or read a message could cost drivers even more. The “Dangerously Distracted Driving Law” goes into effect July 23, instituting fines for those driving while holding an electronic device. “I think it is a valuable law,” said Sheriff Brett Myers. He pointed out there are already laws on the books that cover the offenses, but “laws like this help remind us.” The law states that after July 23 drivers cannot hold a cell phone or electronic device in their...
MARRIAGE LICENSES James Albert Pelissier, Jr., 37, and Jessica Annette Geissinger, 29, both Endicott, July 3. Kevin Patrick Lillis, 24, and Sarah Michelle Foran, 22, both Pullman, July 3. Nicolaas Peter Larson, 29, and Jena Christine Galloway, 28, both Pocatello, Idaho, July 5. Dennis William Lee, Jr., 31, and Lillian Tatyana Waldon, 22, both Pullman, July 7. Kenneth Drew Cochran, 47, and Kristina, Lynne Holt, 34, both Colfax, July 10. COLFAX BUILDING PERMITS Gregory Wust, re-roof at 405 N. West St $21,989, June 26. Mark Miller, new shop, 328... Full story
The St. John, Rosalia and Malden branches of Whitman County Library combined resources to bring the Traveling Lantern Theatre production of The Ribbles Build a Residence to the Malden Park. A sudden thunderstorm sent the cast and crowd of 50 scurrying to relocate inside the Malden library, but with everyone’s help the show began only a few minutes late. The audience enthusiastically participated in the production and learned a lot about the planning and process of building a home. This p...
Donald Trump’s address in Warsaw on July 6 was his best as President. His prepared remarks carried the right tone and hit the mark. It was a message the Polish people were waiting to hear from America. He called on the U.S. and its Western allies to confront common threats, declaring "Our values will prevail, our people will thrive and our civilization will triumph." The President added (paraphrasing): We write symphonies, pursue innovation, seek to explore and discover new frontiers, reward brilliance, strive for excellence, empower women a...
Does anyone really know Ronald Reagan? In his new book "The Working Class Republican," a bracingly revisionist account of the 40th president, Henry Olsen answers "no." One of the most astute political analysts at work today and a fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center, Olsen argues that Reagan's politics bear the distinctive stamp of his origins as a New Deal Democrat. Olsen's interpretation of what he calls "Reagan's New Deal conservatism" is open to dispute. But he undoubtedly is correct that contemporary conservative politicians do... Full story
Perkins House volunteers The 45th Ice Cream Social at the Perkins House in Colfax has taken place. Many people had the opportunity to view and appreciate the grand old house, as well as eat ice cream and be entertained, thanks to the efforts of volunteers and helpers who turned out to make the day work. But maintaining and improving the House is a year-round effort. Here is why more people should consider joining in, perhaps for more than just a day. In 1972, when the House was in such poor shape that it was at risk of being condemned and torn... Full story
Donald Trump almost got it right. Where his predecessor from a couple of generations ago, President Harry Truman, famously said, "If you can't stand the heat, get out of the kitchen," President Trump's version would be, "If you can't stand the heat, get out the Twitter." He's been at it again, celebrating the July 4th break with a tweeting fireworks show. Some of them blow up in his face, like his attack on Mika Brzezinski for her face-lift that never was. Then he topped that with a 10-year-old video from World Wrestling Entertainment, the epit... Full story
These reports are from the previous four issues of the Daily Bulletin in Colfax. They are reprinted here for the benefit of Gazette readers who reside outside of Colfax. Some accounts have been updated. PRIMARY BALLOTS GO OUT FRIDAY An estimated 17,000 ballots will be mailed out by the Elections office Friday so voters in Pullman and Garfield can decide which candidates will advance. Pullman has a four-way race for council position two with Dan Records, Garren Shannon, Troy Smith and Austin Brown. They also have a four-way race for school...