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The human tragedy and cataclysmic damage of devastating storms like Florence, Harvey and Maria are natural disasters that mercifully divert the news emphasis, just for a while, from the unnatural disaster that is the American political system. I don't wish to be flippant about tragic and costly storms, so I'll spare you the glib analogies, other than to describe an American society that is being overwhelmed by floods of distrust. The destruction is not just the result of one man -- that is, the demagogic, grossly incapable Donald Trump. Instead...
President Donald Trump is showing that it's possible to preside over a period of peace and prosperity and still be notably unpopular. Over the past several months, Trump has opened even more of a wedge between the largely benign material conditions in the country and his own political standing, which is precarious and appears to be sliding backward. This isn't how it's supposed to work. Republican politicos believed, reasonably enough, that last year's tax cuts would stoke growth and create a good-news backdrop for Republicans in the midterms....
I want to take a moment to recognize the people who made last week's fair such a great experience. The fairgrounds was beautiful, clean, and had a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The work and devotion of Bill Tensfeld, Janel Goebel, Heather Netz and all of their staff and volunteers, and of volunteer Steve Larkin, did not go unnoticed. --Mellissa Dugger, Garfield...
I am writing this letter in support of Sandy Jamison as Whitman County auditor. Sandy has the education, experience and practical knowledge for being an excellent auditor for our county. Sandy will "hit the ground running" and I’m sure we will be pleased with her performance and results. I have known Sandy for the past 15 years through our common support of and involvement in both the Whitman County and Washington State Farm Bureaus. I support Washington State Farm Bureau’s formal endorsement of Sandy Jamison's candidacy for Whitman County aud...
Last spring, Boeing revealed its proposed hypersonic passenger airliner which would fly much higher and faster than the Concorde---the only previous supersonic commercial airplane. For reference, supersonic jets fly over the speed of sound (660 mph or Mach 1), while hypersonics surpass Mach 5 or 3,800 mph. Boeing told the annual American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics conference held in Atlanta its sleek new airplanes would travel at Mach 5, enabling them to cross the Atlantic Ocean...
My first new car was a Chevy Malibu made in Detroit. A few years later, my wife and I bought a few acres north of Airway Heights and thought we needed a small truck. I wouldn’t settle for anything but an American brand and was surprised to find that our new Luv Truck was made in Japan. The only thing American on it was the Chevy emblem. My next truck was a half-ton Chevy made in Canada. It was followed by a Ford made in Mexico. During my rebellious phase, I owned a Harley that was made in Milwaukee. Thus, I was a bit surprised that the l...
MARRIAGE LICENSES Elias Christian Whitefoot, 24, and Ashley Marie Nixon Smith, 27, both Pullman, Aug. 27. Christopher Jaret Hanson, 24, Oakesdale, and Rebecca Renee Bailey, 22, Cheney, Aug. 29. Jacob Paul Nord, 27, and Erica Michael Runyan, 25, both Pullman, Aug. 31. James Colton Raichl, 25, and Cecilia Marie McClurg, 24, both Moscow, Sept, 7. Benjamin Thomas Rowland, 27, and Fattima Maher Mansour, 26, both Pullman, Sept. 11. Zacheery Curtis Kincaid, 26, and Taylor Marie Welter, 26, both Pullman, Sept. 14. Jack Monroe Wiley, 64, and Ernesta...
AT COLFAX SCHOOL: Monday: Ham and cheese ripper or hamburger, fresh veggies, fruit. Tuesday: Burrito or chicken patty, corn, tater tots, fruit. Wednesday: Turkey gravy and potatoes or hamburger, roll, green beans, fruit. Thursday: Hot dog or chicken patty, chili, Caesar salad, fruit. Friday: Beef dippers with rice or hamburger, carrots, fruit. AT ENDICOTT SCHOOL: Monday: Chicken nuggets, fries, muffin, pears. Tuesday: Pizza, salad, applesauce. Wednesday: Early dismissal-Chicken and noodles, green beans, veggie tray, orange slice. Thursday:...
“Idaho” by Emily Ruskovich is the 2018 everybody reads selection. The early announcement allows residents ample time to read the book prior to Ruskovich’s regional appearances November 5-8. Recently selected as Idaho’s Book of the Year and awarded a Pacific Northwest Book award, “Idaho” has been described as “a beautifully written murder mystery and powerful psychological drama set against the stunning landscapes of Idaho.” The novel was a finalist for the International Dylan Thomas Prize, an Edgar First Novel award and among The New York Ti...
Thursday, Sept. 27 Farmington – 2:30 p.m. – Book Club – Everyone is welcome to participate in a lively book talk. Colton – 3:15 p.m. – LittleBits Artbots – Kids ages 8 and older can create unique, magnetic masterpieces. Endicott – 3:15 p.m. – Tinker Tech Time – Grades K to 6 are invited for new and exciting STEM activities. Colton – 5:30 p.m. – Bingo and Pie – Bring a friend to play bingo, eat pie, and win prizes. All ages are welcome. Friday, Sept. 28 Endicott, Malden, Palouse, St. John and Uniontown – Storytime – Join us for learning activiti...
Healthy Tekoa Coalition will host three family-friendly events in October. Below is a listing of events to be held this coming month. Homecoming Community Bonfire: Bonfire starts at about 7 p.m. (or a little later) on Oct. 4. Hot dogs and hot cocoa will be served for free. Come see the grade-level float designs and watch our students compete. This event is made possible through partnerships between Healthy Tekoa, Tekoa Boosters, Tekoa School District and many community members. Family Carnival: Come to the annual Fall Carnival at Tekoa Grade...
In conjunction with Garfield's Harvest Festival this weekend, the Garfield Planning Committee for the recently purchased Methodist Church building invites the public to a free opening event Saturday evening, Sept. 29, in the Sanctuary room. Matt Zook, John Elwood and friends will provide live music on a variety of instruments from 7 - 8 p.m., with a family-friendly movie starting at 8 p.m. All are welcome to attend. The town hopes to use the former church building for regular musical and community events, as well as continue as the location of...
Starting Oct. 1, important changes are coming to Microsoft Imagine Academy’s online classes and certification provided by Whitman County Library. The current software provided for free to public libraries by Washington State and administered through the State Library will discontinue in its current form. An alternative system of Microsoft coursework files is expected to take the software’s place in early Oct. and an enhanced version that includes the Lynda.com is expected later this year. Unfortunately, these changes mean students cur...
Cherie and her husband, Pat, moved from Selah to the Palouse in 2009 with a tape measure in hand. They were on a quest to find the right house for their family as well as a home that could accommodate their custom made log bed that measures 8 x 8. It was an intense search that required carrying a measuring tape into each home they considered. The Patnodes were relieved to find a charming craftsman style home that boasted of a freshly renovated bedroom suite that could fit their cherished piece o...
George and Doloris Young, residents of Oakesdale and the Oakesdale area for 47 years, celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary Sept. 15 with a family gathering at the Oakesdale Fire Station. Hosts for the event were their son and daughter-in-law, Kevin and Sharon Young of Oakesdale, and their daughter, Kim Owen of Bremerton. George Young, then from Palouse, and Doloris Krell of Tekoa, were married Sept. 14, 1958, in the Tekoa Methodist Church. They met when he was working during the summer on...
Whitman County Commissioners Monday approved a hearing for a zone change for property owner Bill Swan, set for Oct. 1 at 11 a.m. He has requested a 3.4-acre parcel to go from agricultural to limited light industrial district. The land, just off State Route 27 between Palouse and Pullman, features a boat repair shop which Swan intends to convert into a warehouse for commercial goods. Katrin Kunz, assistant county planner, reported that no objections have been raised from adjacent landowners or at a Sept. 5 planning commission...
A reception for Colfax artist Robin Stanard will be Saturday, Sept. 29, from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Center at the Colfax library. Stanard's replica oil paintings are now on display at The Center and will be in place until Oct. 17. Stanard was raised in Colfax and worked in his family's carpentry business. He is a self-taught artist and about three years ago his daughters gave him watercolors and color pencils for Fathers' Day. He began a journey into the works of 20th century artists and was...
‘Being Mortal’ set at Rosalia library Whitman Hospital & Medical Center and Friends of Hospice will offer a free showing of the documentary “Being Mortal” Thursday, Oct. 4 at 6:30 p.m. at the Rosalia Library. After the showing, audience members can participate in a discussion with trained Advance Care Planning facilitators on what steps to take next on identifying and communicating wishes about end-of-life preferences. “Being Mortal” delves into the hopes of patients and families facing terminal illness. The film investigates the practice of...
At Pullman Regional Hospital Cochran, unnamed, born Sept. 17 at seven pounds, two ounces, to Brandon and Cheyenne Cochran, Pullman. Paternal grandparents are Kirby and Elaine Cochran, Orem, Utah. Maternal grandparents are Justin and Tracy Sandberg, Tooele, Utah. Baby joins sisters Grace, 7, Maylee, 5 and Louella, 3. Solbrack, Loyal Abram, born Sept. 18 at eight pounds, one ounce, to Jeff and Sarah Solbrack, Colfax. Paternal grandparents are Dennis and Diane Solbrack, Colfax. Maternal grandparents are Randy Demler and Tracy Jacobson, Endicott.... Full story
8 years ago The Commoner, Sept. 8, 1893 Last Sunday afternoon, while J.B. Trimble was starting for his home on the Lansdale ranch, the sudden descent from the railroad track at the Main Street crossing jarred the wagon to such an extent as to upset a chair upon which Mrs. Trimble was sitting in the bed of the wagon, precipitating the lady to the street. Mrs. Trimble sustained rather severe injuries, mashing one of her shoulders and fracturing one rib. *** At a late hour Sunday night, a hobo walked up the stairs of the lodging house over the...
Pullman Chamber of Commerce seeks photos of Pullman and community to feature in the 2019 Pullman Activities Guide and Member Directory. The guide is distributed to area hotels and businesses, and mailed out with every information or relocation request that the chamber and center receives, normally more than 50 per month. Submit photo entries to tourism@pullmanchamber.com by 5 p.m. Oct. 25. Winners will be selected and notified by Nov. 1....
Questions 1. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: Who was the first African-Amercian woman to be crowned Miss America? 2. SCIENCE: What temperature does water boil in Celsius? 3. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What is a group of ladybugs called? 4. MEDICAL: What type of blood does a universal donor have? 5. GEOGRAPHY: What is the capital of Armenia? 6. HISTORY: When did the Spanish Civil War end? 7. TELEVISION: How does the title to this 1990s drama series end: “Beverly Hills, ...”? 8. GAMES: How many dots are on a standard, six-sided die? 9. MOVIES: What was the name of the...
