Articles from the December 2, 2021 edition
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Mary Ann (Weber) Niehenke
Mary Ann (Weber) Niehenke peacefully passed away on November 22, 2021, while resting in her favorite chair at her apartment at Fairview Village Estates in Moscow, Idaho. She was 91 years old. Born on...
LeRoy Bartol Weber
LeRoy Bartol Weber, 97, of Colton, WA, passed away on November 22, 2021, at his home. He was born on June 11, 1924, in Uniontown, WA, to George & Kathryn (Lightfield) Weber, and grew up in...
Kahri Lynn Wigen
Kahri Lynn Wigen was born March 10, 1956 to Howard and Cindy Wigen of Whitman County, Washington. She joined a family of an older sister Robin, age 9; brothers Nick, age 6 and Kirk, almost 4. Her early years were spent on the family wheat farm with a...
Whitman County Jail Log
Joseph W. Baker, 27, booked Nov. 23 for driving while license suspended, possession of fentanyl, possession of heroin, possession of methamphetamine, illegal possession of a firearm. No bail. Samuel T. Adewale, 23, booked Nov. 23 for violation of...
Whitman County Sheriff's Log
Monday, Nov. 22 9:11 a.m. – Sheriff’s office – A deputy assisted in taking fingerprints. 9:24 a.m. – Main Street, LaCrosse – There was a report of an abandoned vehicle. 9:36 a.m. – Henkle Street, Tekoa – A deputy responded to a report...
Palouse mayor gives thanks
As I reflect on what has been a tumultuous time in our world, it occurs to me that still we have much to me thankful for. Today, I give thanks for the City of Palouse for the way we come together to support each other – providing a sense of...
Wanted more than sports
I was looking forward to (Nov. 18) Gazette to read about our big wind storm and how it affected our county. No word. Local news – no word. All I saw were sports. They are important but there are other interests. Surely people – businesses,...
Fear is deadlier than viruses
The most famous words of Franklin Roosevelt, America's longest-serving president, were, "The only thing we have to fear is fear itself." One wonders if any world leader would or could say that today....
Water rights should be kept private
Under the guise of water conservation, the state Department of Ecology is once again moving to take water rights from farmers, ranchers and other private holders. Last month, the agency announced...
Two Colfax players named All-League
COLFAX — The Northeast 2B announced its All-League football players for the fall 2021 season. For the Colfax Bulldogs, junior Mason Gilchrist was selected as an All-League running back. He was also named an All-League linebacker. Seniors Ryan...
Conservation Stewardship Program offered
SPOKANE VALLEY – Agricultural producers wanting to enhance conservation efforts are encouraged to apply for a Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) Classic contract. USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) helps private landowners...
Pesticide credits offered in-person, remotely
PULLMAN — The last chance to re-certify for pesticide credits this year is Dec. 10. Washington State University (WSU) and the University of Idaho (UI) offer the program from 8:45 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Clarkston Campus of Walla Walla Community Colle...
Six are elected to hospitals' boards
COLFAX — Each hospital district in Whitman County has a board of representatives to guide the direction of business. The results of the November general election were certified on Nov. 23 and are final. Positions with four Whitman County hospital...
New school board members win elections
COLFAX — School board members face elections to represent the schools and help guide policies. The results of the November general election were certified on Nov. 23, making the election results final. COLFAX SCHOOL DISTRICT Mark Clinton is the...
Pullman Regional Hospital District boundary remains unchanged
PULLMAN — Voters rejected the Pullman Regional Hospital District annexation resolution. The “no” vote means no change for the hospital’s taxing district. It continues to end at the Pullman city limits, according to Alison Weigley, director of...
Library offers free COVID rapid test kits
COLFAX — Free COVID rapid test kits are available through the Whitman County libraries. People can pick up test kits at any of the 15 branches of the of the Whitman County Library system after Dec. 6, while supplies last, or tests can be ordered on...
Man arrested for drug trafficking
COLFAX — A vehicle was stopped for a traffic violation and deputies found illegal drugs, paraphernalia, and a firearm in downtown Colfax on Nov. 22. The Whitman County Sheriff’s Office used a search warrant and found approximately 150 fentanyl...
Tekoa connects with fiber optic internet
TEKOA — Tekoa is now connected to the internet through a high-speed fiber-optic system. Ziply Fiber and the Port of Whitman County added the fourth Whitman County city to the fiber optic system and there’s one to go. Oakesdale joins in December....
Christmas tree fundraiser for robotics team
FARMINGTON — The Garfield-Palouse High School robotics team receives funds from the sale of Christmas trees. The robotics team is selling you-cut trees at Nelson’s Farm at 202 Ryde Road in Farmington from noon to 3 p.m. on Dec. 4-5, Dec. 11-12....
Cook together family activity bags available
PULLMAN — Family cooking bags are available at the Neill Public Library in Pullman. The activity bags include cooking utensils, supplies to make brownies, a recipe book filled with City of Pullman staff favorites, and a gift card to Grocery Outlet...
16th Annual Christmas Tree Raffle returns
PULLMAN — The Pullman Regional Hospital Auxiliary is holding its 16th Annual Christmas Tree Raffle to support patient comfort and care items through Dec. 11. The 3-foot prize-packed trees were donated and decorated by businesses and hospital...
Births
Owen T. Miller was born on Nov. 17, 2021, to Jordan Miller and Hannah Kavanaugh, of Pullman. He weighed 7 pounds, 1 ounce. Grandparents are Toby and Terri Kanik, of Bothell, and Rosanne Richards, of Gig Harbor. He joins his brother Scott (4). Darbi...
Holiday musical opens in Lewiston
LEWISTON, Idaho - The Lewiston Civic Theatre presenting The Winter Wonderettes for six shows in December. The Winter Wonderettes is a follow up to the The Marvelous Wonderettes. The seasonal...
Landmarks of the Past 2022 calendars for sale
COLFAX - Fundraiser calendars for the Whitman County Library are available. Proceeds benefit Friends of the Library programs and projects at all 14 library locations. The Landmarks of the Past of...