Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
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Farmers aren't the only ones that work throughout the year to grow hardy, healthy crops. Spray companies are busy most of the year, applying fertilizer and chemicals to keep crops safe from weeds, insects and diseases. In this harvest issue, we highlight two local spray businesses; one that works on land, and one from the air. Maco Aviation, Inc. Aerial applicator Seth Murdock had planned to keep business running at "status quo" when he took over ownership of Wing-Air, renaming the business...
The Story Behind the Story Since I write the recipe column for The Times each week, my mind was naturally drawn to those people that prepared meals for the harvest crews of years past. I found myself slightly stressed for them as I wondered how they accomplished such a huge task. I talked to several ladies and their children (my age) about memories, food, and accomplishments during harvests of the past. I wish I could have spoken to many more, but when I was done, I was satisfied to know that,...
DAYTON - Columbia Pulp I, LLC announced on Thursday that it has entered into agreements for the debt and equity funding required to commence construction of its new straw pulp manufacturing facility near Starbuck. According to Columbia Pulp CEO John Begley, $133.6 million in tax-exempt bonds and $36 million in equity financing are expected to close simultaneously on Aug. 9. Construction should begin shortly thereafter, he said. If plans hold, the pulp mill should be completed and begin operation...
