Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
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WAITSBURG-Preschool through fifth grades had fun dressing up for spirit week. From October 24 through 28, students and teachers participated in Animal Print, Tie-dye, Crazy Sock, and Disney Day, ending Friday with Cardinal Spirit Days. On Monday, October 31, the high school held its Halloween assembly. The students played various minute to win it games and competed in a costume contest. Erik Araya as Jesus and Mr. Kiefel as Beetlejuice won best costumes. In the minute to win it competitions, sen... Full story
DAYTON-When the Hospital District commissioners met last week, they heard from Columbia County Health System CEO Shane McGuire about substantial operational losses for Washington State hospitals in 2022, as well as other issues impacting hospitals. He shared some statistics: A 2022 survey of 97% of hospital beds across the state by the Washington State Hospital Association (WSHA) revealed a total loss of $1.75 billion in the first six months of 2022, of which $1.2 billion was in operations. The... Full story
DAYTON – The Columbia Port Commissioners held a special meeting on October 26, 2022, to complete three agenda items postponed from the regular meeting on October 12. Commissioners Genie Crowe, Seth Bryan, Johnny Watts, and Executive Director Jennie Dickinson were in attendance. Members of the public attended using Zoom and in person. The meeting opened with a public comment period. Resident Jerry Kaiser objected to the suggestion by Bryan and Watts not to include a Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) increase for the Port employees in this y...
Last week, in the article “Confusion over Metropolitan Park District Tax Levies,” The Times incorrectly identified Tammy Ketterman as Columbia County Assessor. Ketterman is the Chief Deputy Appraiser in the Columbia County Assessor’s Office. The Times contacted the Assessor’s office to confirm that the county had reached the $5.90 limit on regular levies. Chief Deputy Ketterman promptly responded on behalf of the office, not as the Assessor. In the article, the writer incorrectly attibuted the $.31/1,000 excess levy requested for the Prescot... Full story
Jared Hawkins is the clear choice for Walla Walla County Part Time District Court Judge. Not only does he have the necessary relevant experience and personal character, he has also dedicated countless volunteer hours over the past decade to serve and improve all corners of Walla Walla County. He leads by example and genuinely cares about our community. Jared can be trusted to take the time to listen, analyze, and provide sound and impartial judgment, free from external influence. He will be a judge who balances compassion with accountability... Full story
WAITSBURG-The City of Waitsburg has been working with Michel's Trenchless, Inc to do mainline sewer inspections, relining, and maintenance cover installation. The contractor will begin relining portions of the mainline over approximately two weeks starting November 7. The City sent letters to residents whose properties are serviced by the lines to be relined. In the letter, residents are recommended to tape down toilet lids, tub or shower drains and cover toilets with large garbage bags to...
WAITSBURG—The City of Waitsburg has opened a leaf bin at the Waitsburg City Shop for residents to dispose of bagged or unbagged leaves. Hours are 7 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Monday through Thursday and 7:00 a.m. to Noon on Friday.... Full story
To the Editor, Residents of Washington’s 16th legislative district would be better served by Jan Corn as their representative in Olympia. Jan was a business owner in Walla Walla for over 25 years and knows the challenges facing entrepreneurs in our community. She has demonstrated her leadership skills by serving on the boards of local organizations including Rotary where she was president. She appreciates differing points of view and can work across the political aisle. Our current representative portrays himself as a moderate but he blames t...
Dear Editor, I endorse Proposition #1. The creation of a Columbia County Joint Metropolitan Park District. Columbia County Resolution 2022-23 and the City of Dayton Resolution 1498 signed by all county commissioners and city council members to put forth Proposition #1 for voter approval to create a Columbia County Joint Metropolitan Park District. The resolutions state, “Stable funding is essential to provide citizens of Columbia County and Dayton the best possible recreational opportunities and facilities, provide proper operation and m... Full story
DW COMBINE-Five Wolfpack seniors played in their last game Friday, October 28; four seniors watched from the sidelines due to season-ending injuries. Before kickoff, nine seniors and their families were recognized. DW lost to the league champs Riverview 35-0 and ended their season with a 6-3 record. Head Coach Troy Larsen had a solid group of seniors who led with actions on and off the field. Being in the playoff hunt made for a fun season. Fourth-year starters were Monte Pettichord and Hudson...
DW COMBINE-The middle school volleyball team played their last match of the season in Waitsburg on Wednesday, October 26. This season, the girls were split into two teams, the Wolf and the Pack. Each team consisted of two squads At their last game, the Wolf and the Pack played in front of a huge crowd Wednesday night. Twelve eighth graders ended their middle school season looking forward to playing in high school. Overall, the middle school volleyball program had a strong sea...
One of the things I appreciate the most about valley quail is its laid-back personality. The older I get, the less likely I am to crawl out of bed in the dark to go hunting. I am still motivated, but my best sleep comes from about 4:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., making hunts earlier than 8:00 a.m. less desirable. Coincidentally, valley quail tend to agree with me. They often loaf in the thick stuff on cold mornings before heading out to feed around 8:00 a.m. Eight o'clock is when I asked Dale to meet...
Ten Years Ago November 1, 2012 Dayton’s First Congregational Church bubbled with activity last Friday as community members and volunteers filed in for the annual Dayton General Hospital Auxiliary Luncheon. The Dining areas filled quickly as attendees greeted each other like old friends, making the entire event feel more like a family reunion than an annual fundraiser. The feeling is exactly what keeps luncheon organizer and auxiliary President Aleta Shockley coming back. “My favorite part (of th... Full story
This week, the sunny, mild autumn days have made the abrupt change to cool and rainy. As a former Seattleite, I can't hide my love for the grey and drizzle. Days like this are perfect for making a pot of tea, popping a chill album on the stereo, and experimenting in the kitchen. Looking for some warmth and comfort, I found my self craving a creamy bowl of pasta. This recipe, which combines sweet Italian sausage, fresh chard, and aromatic rosemary in a decadent cream sauce, was the perfect...
WALLA WALLA-The first fort was established in 1856 and was home to dragoon, infantry, artillery, and cavalry units until 1910. The museum occupies 15 acres and opened in 1968. The entrance building opened in 2010. Upon arrival at the entrance building, we stopped at the General Store to purchase our tickets and proceeded on a self-guided tour of the hall and its three galleries. The hall has bronzes by Walla Walla native David Manual, a historic stagecoach, and other exhibits. In the three...
Spotted at the Minnick-Hayner Law office in Walla Walla, this fine fellow said his favorite section in The Waitsburg Times was Pioneer Portraits.... Full story
WAITSBURG-B.A. Keve, looking fabulous and loving life, celebrated her 90th birthday with family and friends at the Dayton Fairgrounds on Sunday, October 30. She sang a few songs with her great-grandchildren and had a smile for all who attended. B.A. was born on October 31, and shared that Halloween is her favorite day of the year. In 1932, the year of B.A.'s birth, Herbert Hoover was President, and gas was eighteen cents a gallon. Live a long life, and you too can have a fabulous party, stated... Full story
To the editor: Skyler Rude has claimed that “affordability concerns,” including healthcare, housing, and childcare are among his top priorities. However, as state representative he voted against the development of affordable housing (HB 1220), against establishing a state-funded rental assistance program (HB 1277), against expanding the coverage of the Paid Family and Medical Leave Program (HB 1073), and against providing a monthly diaper subsidy for parents and caregivers who receive temporary assistance from the state (SB 5838), to name but a... Full story
