Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
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DAYTON – Teachers from the Dayton School District are in the process of gaining the National Board Certification. "It's the gold standard for educators" said Dayton Middle School English teacher Jeff McCann. "It is the national certification, and it is seen as the most rigorous and prestigious certification for teachers," he said. "You can get certifications for colleges, and even get assessed at the local and state levels, but the National Board is a way of proving that you know your craft well...
DAYTON – While kids rejoice as the final bell rings to end the school year each June, a new question faces those kids and their parents: "What do I do now?" In a small town like Dayton, there is not a plethora of opportunities for children to pass the time during the three-month break from school. Blue Mountain Counseling is trying to provide an answer to that question. Their "Summer Rec" program, as it is known in the community, is a six-week program that gives kids a fun and safe place to m...
DAYTON – After one teacher announced his retirement last month, the Dayton School District has lost two more of their own; one due to retirement with the other taking a job in Walla Walla. Mike McGhan decided to end his long teaching career earlier this year. All of his 39 years teaching took place at Dayton Elementary School, where he started in August 1977, after graduating from Washington State University in Pullman. McGhan began by teaching Title 1 programs at the school, before moving to t...
DAYTON – Dayton High School sent off twenty-three young adults onto the next step in their lives on Saturday. The Class of 2016 graduated in front of countless loved ones as they officially completed their careers as Dayton Bulldogs. The Class of 2016 is made up of decorated students, electrifying athletes, and now high school graduates. They have completed the curriculum required of all high school students in Washington, and now have the diplomas, caps, and gowns to show for it. S...
DAYTON – The Touchet Valley Golf Course's annual leagues are under way as the summer draws nearer. The greens are looking great, and it is shaping up to be a good course for those looking to hit the links this summer. The Men's and Women's league that compete at the course meet once a week, with the Men participating on Thursdays and the Women taking their swings on Mondays. They both start play at 5 p.m. each week. Also available is the Ladies' golf group that plays at 10 a.m. every Monday. W...
DAYTON – During the 2014-2015 school year, it was decided that instead of removing the term "interim" from Principal Kate Wenzl's title, the district would open up the search to applicants. After a search, that included three finalists plus the interim principal. After interviews by district officials, the student body, and community members, Mr. Paul Shaber was offered the job, which he accepted. Fast forward a year later and Shaber is nearing the completion of his debut year at DHS. Being t...
SPRINGFIELD – Two former Dayton High School students were involved in a head-on collision on the Mackenzie River Highway near Springfield, Ore. over Memorial Day weekend. The crash left the driver, Kenndra Haney, age 21, dead and severely injured passenger Chase Holden, age 19. The accident occurred shortly after midnight Sunday according to reports from the Oregon State Police. Both Haney and the driver of a 90s Mazda pickup were pronounced dead on the scene. The police stated that it is b...
With the school year coming to a close for local schools, the recreational pools of Dayton, Prescott, and Waitsburg are all nearing their opening days. This will provide a much needed way for local residents to have fun and cool off over the grueling summer months. Dayton Dayton's City Pool will open on June 15, which coincides with the final day of school for the Dayton School District. The first day will include free admission for all patrons, and will include open swim sessions from 1-5 p.m....
CHENEY – Waitsburg and Dayton finished their track campaigns this weekend in Cheney at the State 2B Track & Field Championships. Waitsburg had nine athletes compete in the year's final meet, while Dayton had three of their own take part over the weekend. Waitsburg junior Landon Callas stood atop the podium after the finals of the 300 meter hurdles. He won the finals race in a personal best time 40.02 seconds. "He beat a quality field and earned the victory," said Waitsburg coach Jeff Bartlow. "...
YAKIMA – The Dayton High Softball team's season came to an end Saturday at the State 2B Softball tournament in Yakima. The Bulldogs won two of their four games over the weekend, but their efforts did not result in a top-four trophy winning position. The Lady Bulldogs' opening game did not go as planned, as they were shutout by a strong Pe Ell/Willapa Valley team. Dayton only managed two hits over the seven innings, from Mia Becker and Kellie Moore. Pe Ell had their bats rattling as they s...
DAYTON - When Rob Moore started teaching typing and business at Dayton High School in 1987, following three years at Pateros High School, Ronald Reagan was President, the Soviet Union was still together, and typewriters were still in use at DHS. Moore, who has just finished his 29th year on the staff at Dayton, has decided to close the curtains on his teaching career at the end of the academic year. He is widely known among his former students (of which I am one) and co-workers for his...
SPOKANE VALLEY - Local athletes had to deal with less than ideal conditions at Central Valley High School as they competed for spots in the State 2B Track & Field Championships. Waitsburg continued its strong season by sending nine of their eleven participating athletes on from regionals. Dayton also had three of their own qualify for the last meet of the season in Cheney. Waitsburg's Emily Adams continued her stellar season with an amazing showing at the District 7/9 contest, winning the...
SPOKANE – Dayton's softball team will be making their seventh appearance in the past 10 years at the State 2B softball tournament, as they won their opening game against Colfax 6-1 on Saturday here, before inclement weather forced the rest of the day's games to be postponed until the 24th. Dayton opened the game strong with a three-run first inning, as Kellie Moore and Madison Mings both had RBI singles following hits from Heidi Dobbs and Mia Becker in the bottom of the first frame. Dayton pitch...
COLLEGE PLACE – Under sunny skies on a beautiful spring day, the District 9 track meet brought the league season to an end for area schools. Waitsburg ended an impressive season with a strong showing Wednesday, sending many athletes to the Regional meet next weekend in Spokane, where they will face off with qualifying members from District 7 teams. Waitsburg's Emily Adams stole the show, sweeping all four events she entered, including the 800, 1600 ,and 3200 meter runs and the triple jump. "...
WALLA WALLA – Dayton was crowned the District 9 2B softball champions on Friday, as they beat league rivals Asotin and DeSales in closely contested games. Dayton's offense during the first game against Asotin saw seven different Bulldogs record hits to support a stellar performance from junior pitcher Savannah McFarland, who threw a no-hitter against the Panthers. McFarland had 11 strikeouts in her no-hit bid, as the Lady Bulldogs scored a run in the first two innings followed by a two-run t...
