Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
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WAITSBURG-Local entrepreneurs Erin Elsey and Kimberly Smith are opening a new shop in Waitsburg. The shop, 131 Main, is full of products from the two owners' businesses, A-Ron's Rustic Designs and Smith Craft. The shop will also include a selection from Hugs Gifts & Collectables. Owner of A-Ron Rustic Designs, Elsey has participated in local vendor events offering decorative dish towels, potholders, aprons, and clothing. Her humor is evident on the selection of children's t-shirts and onesies...
WAITSBURG—The Waitsburg School Board held a special meeting on Monday, January 2, 2022, to discuss the school’s administration and superintendent search. Six members of the staff and two community members attended in person. Currently, the District has two full-time administrators, which the Board would like to maintain. The discussion, which School Board Chair, Dr Carol Clarke said, was a great brainstorming session on maximizing resources. One suggestion was to follow Districts that have two buildings for K-12. Sixth graders would move int...
DAYTON—Avatar: The Way of Water is set more than a decade after the events of the first film. This latest movie begins to tell the story of the Sully family (Jake, Neytiri, and their kids), the trouble that follows them, the lengths they go to keep each other safe, the battles they fight to stay and the tragedies they endure. Rotten Tomatoes critics have given this movie a 77% fresh/favorable, and the audience has it at 92% favorable. That website’s audience summary is that “Avatar: The Way of Water is predictable, but the visual effects are s...
WALLA WALLA – The Walla Walla County Department of Community Health (WWCDCH) has confirmed the first reported Influenza linked death in Walla Walla County. County health officials were notified that an individual over the age of 65 that tested positive for Influenza passed away. Our sincere condolences go out to the individuals’ family and friends during this difficult time. For the last two years, COVID precautions such as masking, distancing, and quarantining at home when sick has reduced the spread of diseases like the flu, as well. Thi...
The Port of Columbia's broadband project took great strides forward in 2022. Franchise agreements between the Port and Columbia County and the City of Dayton were approved, and fiber cable is on-site and ready to go. The drop cables, splice cases, and other materials are ordered and will arrive in the first quarter of 2023. The system design has been completed, and bids for the project are due on January 5, 2023. Construction will begin in January after the Port verifies contractor eligibility...
KENNEWICK-Clover Island in Kennewick is known for more than its restaurants and marina. The 16-acre island owned by the Port of Kennewick includes a quarter-mile walking path to enjoy river views, artwork, and wildlife. One of the first things you encounter is the 28-foot-tall gateway arch which spans the road connecting Clover Island with the mainland of Kennewick. Next is a 62-foot-high functioning lighthouse; the tower houses a white beacon that flashes every four seconds. We visited Clover...
WAITSBURG—The Waitsburg School District Board of Directors is asking the community to participate in a superintendent profile survey. The online survey is available at tinyurl.com/wsdinput and is also available through the District website homepage at www.waitsburgsd.org. All surveys must be completed by January 10. Your input will help identify the qualifications and characteristics of the next Waitsburg School District Superintendent. The Board of Directors values community input and guidance, and strongly recommends taking advantage of t...
DAYTON—The Port of Columbia has set the public hearing for the sale of two lots, 2.6 acres, to owners of Table Rock Meat Co. The meeting will be held on January 11, 2023, at 5:15 p.m. in the Port Conference Room at 1 Port Way. This is the opportunity for Columbia County residents to learn more about the sale and make comments. The Port Commission must decide to accept or decline the offer within three days of the public hearing. There is a 20 day appeal period after the decision, before the sale can be completed. A full packet of in...
DW COMBINE—The Wolfpack boys’ basketball team got their first win of the season at Highland High School on December 19. The boys hit forty-five percent of their three-point shot attempts, had six team steals, and no turnovers winning 62-30. Spencer Hansen scored 18 points; he connected on four three-pointers. Rylan Kilts made three three-pointers and scored 15 points. Monte Pettichord and Blake French scored eight points each. Wyaiit Booth and Gage Holm each made a three-point basket, Benny Bryan scored four points, Lucas VanHoose 2 poi...
DW COMBINE—The Wolfpack boys basketball team used a 20-point fourth quarter to win at Pomeroy on Thursday, December 29. DW led 25-24 at halftime; both teams scored 10 points in the third quarter, and then the Wolfpack outscored the Pirates 20-10 in the fourth to secure their third straight win, 55-44. Wolfpack’s defense kept the Pirates off the boards, and out-rebounded them 26-8. Wyaiit Booth had five defensive rebounds. Spencer Hansen had four defensive and two offensive rebounds. Monte Pettichord contributed with four defensive reb...
As discussed in my last Western Hockey League article, the young men playing in the WHL are 16-20 years old. Therefore, unlike other major league sports, the players are given a ten-day break to go home and spend the Christmas holiday with their families. Now they are coming back refreshed and ready to play. So far this year, the Tri-City Americans in Kennewick are at 15 wins, 15 losses, one overtime loss, and one shootout loss. This puts them in fifth place in the Western Conference. While...
As the December snow fell softly on the homestead, I peered out the kitchen window at the quail, songbirds, and pheasant that sought the bird feeders around the house. My double guns were locked in the safe. Four Llewellin setters snoozed on their beds by the heat vents. My desire to chase birds teetered on a tight wire between maniacal and non-existent as the thermometer plummeted, eventually bottoming out at six below zero. There is nothing quite like a snow day hunt, and there were plenty of...
Ten Years Ago January 3, 2013 Bill and Linda Stonecipher will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on January 6, 2013. William D. Stonecipher and Linda A. Harris were married on January 6th, 1963 at St. Ignatius Catholic Church in Portland, OR. Bill is the son of the late Chet & Loretta Stonecipher of Waitsburg/Walla Walla and Linda is the daughter of the late Gus & Evelyn Harris of Waitsburg. At the time of their wedding, Linda was employed by American Steel and Warehouse Company in...
Generally, I am not one for strict New Year's resolutions, however, after a long holiday season full of rich and decadent food I often find myself craving lighter fare in January. This usually also coincides with my winter wanderlust, when the gloomy and grey days have me daydreaming of sunny beaches. This vibrant recipe perfectly combines ripe tomatoes and sweet shrimp with the creamy, briny flavors of feta cheese. Satisfying without being heavy, this flavorful dish will bring some much-needed...
