Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
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New owners will take over Waitsburg Grocery beginning next week. WAITSBURG-Main Street's staple the Waitsburg Grocery is under new management effective Oct. 1. Jamie Allen and Jessie Smitt have agreed to purchase the business from Dan and Trina Cole. Dan Cole won't be idling, however. "I've got three other businesses, so I'll have plenty to do," said Cole who also owns the local internet service provider Touchet Valley Communications; LC Applicators, a commercial and residential professional...
WAITSBURG—After an investigation by the Walla Walla City Fire Dept., officials have ruled that the fire that destroyed the former Hugs Gifts & Collectibles building at 109 Main St. in Waitsburg is undetermined. The building was destroyed in the Sept. 9 blaze. Walla Walla Fire Chief Bob Yancey said it may have been an electrical issue, but the damage was so extensive that little evidence was left to make a certain determination of a cause. Yancey and WW County Fire District 2 Chief Neil Henze did say that enough information was gleaned to d...
DAYTON—The Dayton branch of the American Association of University Women will host a candidates’ forum on Thursday, Oct. 4, from 7 – 9:30 p.m. at the Liberty Theater. Candidates in three contested races in Columbia County have agreed to appear. Columbia County Sheriff: Joe Helm and Jeff Jenkins; Columbia County Commissioner: Charles Amerein and Dain Nysoe; Columbia County Treasurer: Carla Rowe and Cathy Schochet; Candidates for two state legislative races will also appear: State Legislative District Representative Position 1: Bill Jenkin and Ev...
Ten Years Ago-October 2, 2008 Tomfoolery by Tom Baker: News of the week that kept the talking heads on TV buzzing was the possible melt-down of the economy. With the stock market taking a couple of "down" days in the 500-point range, and a 777-point plunge on the day that Congress was meeting to solve the problems of the economy, it had some of the historians comparing it to the 1929 market crash. You will find about as many folks willing to discuss the roots of the "adjustment" as there are com...
Roberta “Robbie” Thelma Crandall Skiles passed away at home Saturday, September 22, 2018. She was born on December 16, 1941 in Tacoma, Washington, to Robert Keeny and Thelma Loveen Talkington Crandall. Upon the untimely death of her mother at birth, Robbie and sister, Judy, along with their father, lived with their paternal grandparents, Walter and Josephine Crandall in St. Johns, Oregon (Portland) and maternal aunt and uncle, Jim and Laureta Mazzine in Aberdeen, Washington. The family moved north of Vancouver, Washington, in about 1954 and...
Corina Elizabeth Pearson, of Dayton, passed away May 17, 2018 in Spokane. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date in Manson/Chelan, Wash....
September 27: Jean Everly, Randy Culley, Gloria Simonis, Ryan Ahler. September 28: Timber Frohreich, Alana Fox. September 29: Margaret Fischer, Marie Feryn, Charles Zuger, Mary Yancey, Dr. S.R. Hevel, Christopher Conrath. September 30: Charles Parker. October 1: Quinton Powers, Jeff Dicus, Peggy Dicus, Christopher Goff, Jerri Ann Newbill. October 2: Ted Collins, Quinton Pettichord, Harry Peterson, Lane Savage, Travis Larsen, Kellen Gerke, Holly Robinson. October 3: Coe Richards, George Hodges, Dorothy Mays, Lee Nora Finch, Carolyn Thompson,...
DAYTON—The Dayton Historic Depot is hosting Dayton’s first Cash Mob on Saturday, from 2-3 p.m. The community is invited to visit the Depot gift shop and spend at least $20. This local shopping event supports local business, builds community and infuses money into the local economy. Inspired by similar events in Walla Walla and other parts of the country, the Port of Columbia and the Dayton Chamber of Commerce began planning for the Cash Mob in August. Four businesses expressed interest in hosting Cash Mobs. The Depot was randomly chosen at thi...
DAYTON—The Columbia County Commissioners will hold a public hearing at 7 p.m. on Oct. 1 in the Columbia County courthouse to receive public input regarding concerns for public/private access during the winter closure months for Eckler Mountain Road and Maloney Mountain Road. If unable to attend the meeting, comments can be submitted by mail to: 311 East Main Street, Dayton, WA 99328, or by e-mail at: commissioners@co.columbia.wa.us....
Dear Editor, An advertisement for the Stroe candidacy appeared in the Union-Bulletin on Sept. 17. This announcement touted the many volunteer hours Mr. Stroe has put into the community, his time at the Walla Walla County Sheriff’s Office, and his current position as Director of Security at Whitman College. The ad then stated, “The most powerful person elected is a Sheriff – you should know the person you are voting for!” The implication being that the voters of this county don’t know who Mr. Stroe’s opponent is. I find this puzzling, b...
Dear Editor, Community vitality is essential. Without it we jeopardize our future. If you ask your friends what it means, you will hear a variety of answers. Jobs, careful use of public funds, support for new and existing business opportunities are essential to our future. I believe in supporting Dain Nysoe for County Commission. He will foster community vitality so we not only survive, but thrive. Back when I managed Seafirst Bank here, I got the opportunity to do home loans after some training; I was excited because I could see how it would h...
Dear Editor, I have known Dain Nysoe and his family since we were classmates in grade school. Since then, he has served his country and this community for many years, always willing to listen and to do what is best and necessary. Nysoe knows the issues facing this region. He understands the need to plan for the future while respecting the past, and he deeply cares about the land and the people. He knows how to work with both the City and the County government to solve problems and to create opportunities for the community. Being a County...
DAYTON—The Bank of Eastern Washington, a branch of Bank of Eastern Oregon, announced last week the opening a new loan production office in Dayton. Located at 164 E. Main St., Suite B, the new office will be staffed by Todd Wood. Wood is a veteran banker and a lifelong resident of Waitsburg. “We are excited to have Todd join the bank’s lending team,” said BEO President and CEO, Jeff Bailey. “Todd has a great reputation in the industry and with his local ties is a natural fit for our organization. Wood can be reached at (509) 382-7111....
WAITSBURG—The Waitsburg Resource Center (food bank) will be collecting coats in October to give to children and adults in our community. Contact Karla Scott with questions—(509) 240-4533 kkscott99@yahoo.com Drop off sites: Waitsburg Clinic, Waitsburg Grocery, Banner Bank, First Presbyterian Church of Waitsburg, Waitsburg Christian Church, and St. Mark’s Catholic Church. New and Gently Used Coats All Sizes infant to Adults....
DAYTON—Dayton Elementary Principal Denise Smith and High School Principal Kristina Brown both gave reports during the Dayton School Board meeting last week. Sept. 19 was a late start day, and a trainer for the iReady assessment tool was on hand to help staff with the data, and how to use the software appropriately for assessing students in Reading and Math. Elementary Principal Denise Smith said the first benchmark testing for iReady is complete. “We are starting to dig into the data, to dev...
DAYTON—City Administrator Trina Cole told the Dayton City Council last week that her staff has been working to tie up “loose ends from the summer,” which includes the Washington Street FEMA project, and continuing work on the proposed water and sewer projects. Work also continues on the 2019 Preliminary Budget, she said. Cole said the city has just been approved for a $211,000 grant from the Regional Transportation Planning Organization, RTPO, for sidewalks on South 3rd Street, from Main Street...
MEDICAL LAKE, Wash.-The Dayton-Waitsburg football team fell flat Friday night here, taking a loss to Medical Lake, 44-0, in a non-league game. Sticking with their emphasis on running the ball, DW was able to get nothing going on offense and quickly fell behind, 21-0, in the first quarter. The team trailed 31-0 at the half. "Dayton-Waitsburg came out flat against a hungry and aggressive Medical Lake football team," said Coach Troy Larsen. "We had four players serving partial game suspensions,...
This drone's-eye view shows Columbia Pulp's nearly-completed straw pulp plant along the Snake River near Lyons Ferry. The plant is expected to be fully operational by the end of the year....
DAYTON—The Dayton Historical Depot Society is inviting you to come out October 6, from 1 to 4 p.m., and take a tour of some of the beautiful historic homes in Dayton. “This year, a select group of four homes, from the late 19th and early 20th centuries has been chosen,” said Dayton Historical Depot Museum Director Tamara Fritze. “The homes showcase excellence in historic preservation and restoration, and creative modern interpretation of diverse architectural styles.” Fritze said the homes on th...
WAITSBURG—Present at last week’s meeting of the Waitsburg School Board were Chairman Ross Hamann and members Christy House and Lisa Morrow. Member Russ Knopp, while not onsite, attended remotely with help from a video-chat app. The Board heard presentations from two Waitsburg High School FFA officers who discussed their chapter’s success at the local fairs. Thirteen members earned a total of over $20,000 from their projects this year, as well as earning the highest showmanship accolades at bo...
Weller Public Library 212 Main Street, Waitsburg Hours: Mon. and Thurs. 10 a.m. – 6 pm Storytime: M, 10:30 a.m. “Sold on a Monday” by Kristina McMorris—The sign is a last resort. It sits on a farmhouse porch in 1931, but could be found anywhere in an era of breadlines, bank runs and broken dreams. It could have been written by any mother facing impossible choices. For struggling reporter Ellis Reed, the gut-wrenching scene evokes memories of his family’s dark past. He snaps a photograph of the children, not meant for publication. But when it l...
I received this recipe from Heather Hiebert, one of the now-retired owners of the well-known Patit Creek Restaurant. In conversation she mentioned she had this great zucchini bread recipe. I asked her to please share it with us. This recipe calls for cake flour. I don't usually buy it unless I know I am going to use all of it. I have shared the substitution and have used it as well with success. Here it is again: Take one cup of all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled. Remove two tablespoons,...
Last spring, Boeing revealed its proposed hypersonic passenger airliner, which would fly much higher and faster than the Concorde-the only previous supersonic commercial airplane. For reference, supersonic jets fly over the speed of sound (660 mph or Mach 1), while hypersonics surpass Mach 5 or 3,800 mph. Boeing told the annual American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics conference held in Atlanta that its sleek new airplanes would travel at Mach 5, enabling them to cross the Atlantic...
10: Continental Breakfast; Hot Ham & Cheese, Seasoned Peas, Baby Carrots, Apple Salad 1: Omelet, Hash Brown, Sausage; Corn Dog, French Fries, Broccoli 2: Biscuits & Gravy; Teriyaki Chicken, Rice, Baby Corn 3: Cinnamon Roll; Chicken Crispito, Spanish Brown Rice, Pepper Strips, Fresh Fruit, Chocolate Chip Cookie 4: Breakfast Pizza; Tater Tot Casserole, Garlic Bread, Garden Salad, Mandarin Oranges...
