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COLFAX — The Whitman County Jail reported the following individuals booked from July 16 – July 22 July 16 Victor Hugo Camps, warrant for physical control. Held on a $25,000 bond or $2,500 cash bail through District Court. Shamar Darrell Jackson, 24, protection order violation, domestic violence. Held on a $25,000 bond or $2,500 cash bail through District Court. July 17 Kyler West Navajo, 21, warrant compliance review assault fourth degree. Held on a $500 cash only bail through Superior Court. Darcy Taylor Spracklin, 27, protection order vio...
COLFAX – The Whitman County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following calls from July 16 – July 22 July 16 8:48 a.m.- North C Street, Farmington. Abandoned vehicle. 9:10 a.m.- West Union Street, Garfield. Fraud. 10:27 a.m.- North Mill Street, Whitman County Jail, Colfax. Transportation detail. 10:31 a.m.- C Street, Endicott. Possible burglary. 12:17 a.m.-SR 27, Pullman. Renter/landlord dispute. 2:38 p.m.- North Mill Street, Whitman County Jail, Colfax. Fingerprints. 5:51 p.m.- SR 195 milepost 57, Thornton. Court order violation. 7:35 p.m.-...
COLFAX — Whitman County District Court reported the following criminal conviction sentences from July 12: July 12 Amanda Long pled guilty driving with license suspended first degree and an ignition interlock violation. Therefore the defendant is adjudged guilty and sentenced to 364 days of jail, 354 suspended and waived fines. The defendant must serve a total of 10 days in jail with credit for 5 days served. Defendant must have no criminal violation of law and not drive a motor vehicle without a valid license and proof of insurance. The d...
“Project 2025? Nothing to see here. Agenda 47 is the go-to,” the Republicans tell us. Well, I went there and surprise, it’s not so much a policy document as a series of Trump videos. But the policy content matches up pretty well. Despite claiming he knew nothing about Project 2025 (not true, there are videos), that’s the one we should be looking at and here’s why. It’s a very well developed blueprint for HOW to accomplish the worst goals that were not accomplished in Trump’s first term, partly because the administration got off to a disorgan...
Linda K. Avery, lifelong Whitman County resident, passed away Sunday, July 21, 2024, surrounded by loving family at the Whitman Hospital in Colfax. She was 79. A private service for the family will take place at the ocean shore with a final resting place in the Colfax Cemetery. Linda was born April 24, 1945, in Colfax to Kenneth and Maxine (Scottie) Silvey. She grew up in Colfax along with her older sister Sharon. As a teenager, Linda became quite an accomplished swimmer. She loved being in the...
With sadness and great appreciation for a life well lived, we announce the unexpected passing of Roger Pennell at his Garfield home on July 17, 2024. Roger Thomas Pennell was born November 21, 1949, in Colfax, Wash., to Tom and Jan Pennell. He was the middle child to two sisters, Marcia and Jeanne. Roger was raised on the family farm in Garfield where he learned the value of hard work and family. He graduated from Garfield High School in 1968. Staying close to home and the farm, he attended Wash...
Steve Partch passed suddenly into the next life on July 17th. He was 71 years old. He was the son of Ambrose and Jenny Partch and was born at Colfax on August 3, 1952. Steve had three brothers, Dave "Skip" (Ruth), Greg (Sherry), and Michael Joe (deceased). His father Ambrose, being a career Navy Officer, moved his family on a regular basis to wherever his orders carried him and his family. Thus, Steve attended schools in several states including Rhode Island, California and Washington. He...
COLFAX —Whitman Hospital and Medical Clinics (WHMC) was recognized by the American Heart Association. The American Heart Association recognized 47 hospitals for being among the more than 3,000 nationwide participating in quality improvement efforts for heart disease and stroke care. The American Heart Association’s get with the guidelines initiative programs promotes up-to-date, research-based guidelines to ensure all patients have access to lifesaving care. WHMC was recognized for participating in these programs. According to a news rel...
Colfax Thursday, July 25 Crispy chicken wraps with spinach and tomatoes, 3 bean salad, fruit salad, peanut butter cookies Monday, July 29 Chicken fried steak, mashed potatoes with gravy, cooked carrots, strawberry cheesecake Colton Wednesday, July 31 Meatloaf, roasted red potatoes, green beans, tropical fruit mix, white chip cookies Palouse Wednesday, July 31 Meatloaf, roasted red potatoes, green beans, fruit, peach crisp Pullman Friday, July 26 Chicken oriental salad, carrot and raisin salad, fresh vegetables, sliced pears, fortune cookies...
The Palouse Music Festival returns from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. this Saturday, July 27 at Hayton-Greene Park. There is an admission price for adults kids ages six to sixteen. Kids aged 5 and under are free. The event is co-sponsored by the Palouse Arts Council and the Palouse Chamber. People are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and well-behaved leashed dogs are welcome. Fun activities will be provided by a Kids’ Zone and local vendors will be selling their wares. Alcoholic beverages are not permitted to be brought in to the event, but the Palouse B...
COLFAX - Golfers of several ages and experience levels came to the Colfax Golf Club for the 16th annual Peter Zornes Memorial Golf tournament on Saturday, July 13. There were 64 golfers attending the event from across Washington, Oregon, Southern Idaho and Arizona. Participants received player welcome bags, tournament shirts and golf balls. There was also a silent auction to raise more money for the Peter A. Zornes Memorial Neuroscience Scholarship. Kathy Zornes gave a short history of the...
COLFAX — A local man facing murder charges for allegedly strangling his estranged wife has had his trial date moved to Dec. 2. During a court hearing Friday, July 19, Jacob Erik Spray, 36, was charged with the murder of his wife, Jamie Wilson-Spray, 25, who was found deceased in a trailer March 26, at Sevdy’s, 605 N.W. Fish St. According to reports, Spray waived his right to a speedy trial when prosecutors changed his charge from second-degree murder, to first-degree murder. The trial date was originally set for July 26. Spray is being hel...
COLFAX — A case concerning a Whitman County Sheriff’s Office deputy’s wife was dismissed. Jessica Pelissier, 36, was arrested on Saturday, July 13 for allegedly slapping her husband twice, according to reports. Pelissier was booked on charges of fourth-degree assault and third-degree malicious mischief at 3:06 a.m. on July 14 and released on her own recognizance at 6:20 p.m. on Monday, July 15, records show. According to court records Whitman County District Court Judge John Hart recused himself from the case, which was passed onto Judge Patri...
COLFAX - The Palouse Empire Fair was awarded a grant of $2,500 through AgWest to finish their Swine Barn Improvements. AgWest Relationship Manager III/VP Ryan Kile said that the grant came through their rural grant program. Palouse Empire Fair Manager Ashley Reisenauer said that the money was used for rebuilding a new swine barn office in the swine barn. The new office was finished by fairground staff on Monday, July 22. "We purchased all of the lumber and materials last week and constructed,"...
COLFAX - Ballots for the Tuesday, August 6, Primary Election are en route or in the hands of voters. In this year's primary election there are five local candidates. Three candidates are vying for Whitman County Superior Court Judge, a four year term. Jenna Brozik, Presiding Judge Pro Tem Colfax Municipal Court and owner and managing attorney of Prinz and Brozik PLLC, is running. Brozik has practiced law since 2010, in civil litigation and criminal law. "Of all the candidates, I have...
COLFAX — Two Whitman County Sheriff’s Deputies were led on a high speed car chase in Colfax, ending in a crash on Friday, July 19. According to public record, Whitman County Sheriff’s Deputy Joseph Handley and Whitman County Sgt. Keith Cooper were patrolling at 1:14 a.m., July 19, when they noticed a red Subaru legacy with Oregon license plates driving up and down Main Street for approximately 15 minutes. The driver later identified as Ronald Gordon, Jr., Griffin, 41, of McMinnville, Ore., turned on Stevens Street and the northbound onto Mill...
COLFAX — Summerfest is back again for another year, with a weekend of family festivities and fun planned. Festivities will take place on Saturday, July 27 starting at 10 a.m., with all day activities. Chamber of Commerce President Gary Young said that several events will happen on Friday, July 26, including a chance to learn swing dance at the Eagles for free. Activities for all ages start at 10 a.m. on July 27, including bouncy houses, Otter Pops and giveaways hosted by the First Baptist Church, 200 North Mill Street. The Summerfest Main S...
Colfax Cougar Foodmart Dhillon Building (DSHS) – newspaper box at the north corner next to the sidewalk Gazette Office – 418 S Main St. Suite 3 Main St. Books Rosauers Sunset Mart (Chevron station) The Hyde Out – newspaper box out front Endicott Endicott Food Center Garfield Schaut's Marketplace Palouse Palouse Family Market Pullman Dissmore's Rosalia Rosalia Market St. John Webb's Empire Foods Tekoa Tekoa Market Washtucna Java Bloom Daily Bulletin Routes A printed version of the Colfax Daily Bulletin is available to be delivered four times...
PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030)IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF WHITMAN No. 24-4-00096-38 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: JAMES IKE THOMPSON, Deceased. The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this Estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the...
PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW.11.40.030) IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF WHITMAN No. 24-4-00095-38 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF RHODERICK D. MCINTOSH, Deceased The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this Estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the P...
Armeda Florence (Dole) Hayer, went to heaven on July 6, 2024, at Whitman Hospital and Medical Center. The thought of her waking up in heaven to the perfect peace and presence she anticipated is comforting. Armeda was born, September 4, 1924, in Pullman, Wash., to Arthur and Zelma (Hatley) Dole. She was born on the family homestead in her grandmother's house, and had great memories from childhood there. She grew up in the country and attended country school until she was 15. The family moved to...
Diana Kay (Cochran) Braun, born in Colfax, Washington, September 28, 1951, to Fayne and Louise Cochran. She passed away on June 12th, 2024, after a battle with pancreatic cancer in Redmond, Washington, at the age of 72. Diana grew up on the family farm located north of Colfax with her three siblings. She attended Colfax High School graduating in 1970. Following high school she attended Washington State University for two years before completing her degree at Kinman Business University in Spokane...
Kristine Louise Hatley Alvarez Delos Santos, 73, of Pullman, WA, passed away peacefully at her home on July 5, 2024. Born on October 5, 1950, in Omaha, Nebraska, to Margaret (Baker) Hatley, Kris spent her formative years in Pullman, graduating from Pullman High School in 1968. Kris pursued a career in nursing at Tacoma General Nursing School in Tacoma, WA, where she met her future husband, Frank Alvarez Delos Santos, on a blind date. The couple married on January 30, 1970, at McCord Air Force Ba...
COLFAX — The Whitman County Jail reported the following individuals booked from July 5 to July 9: July 5 2:21 p.m.- N. Main St, Accident NonInjury July 6 10:08 a.m.- S. Mill St, Citizen Dispute 10:34 a.m.- S. Mill St, Malicious Mischief 3:19 p.m.- W. Wall St, Theft Other July 7 1:10 p.m.- W. Fairview St, Welfare Check July 8 3:56 a.m.-N. Park St, Animal Noise Complaint 8:42 a.m.- N. Mill St, Theft Other 9:59 a.m.- N. Main St, Theft Other 10:54 a.m.- S. Lake St, Accident Hit & Run 11:25 a.m.- S. Main St, Accident Hit Run July 9 10:16 a.m.- N. C...
COLFAX—The Whitman County Jail reported the following individuals booked from July 10 to July 15: July 10 Jacob Kain Peckham Goad, 27, Assault 2nd Degree/Domestic Violence and Harassment Threatening to Kill/Domestic Violence. $10,000 or $1,000 cash through Whitman County Superior Court. July 12 Quentin Marcellus Smithpierre, 25, criminal trespass 2nd degree. $5,000 bond or $500 cash bail through District Court. July 13 Arthur Jason Ayers, 49, driving under the influence. Held without bail through District Court. Bryson Andrew Fry, 25, b...
