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  • Waitsburg First-Graders are Raising Salmon

    Brianna Wray, the Times|Nov 8, 2018

    WAITSBURG-Students at Waitsburg Elementary are taking on a new responsibility this year: raising salmon. First-grade teacher Stephanie Hinchliffe is leading the project with the help of Andrew Bassler from the Tri-State Steelheaders. The project made its way onto Waitsburg Elementary School radar through a chance meeting. "My husband [Waitsburg city administrator Randy Hinchliffe] heard about this organization looking for a teacher willing to raise these salmon and I said-uh, yeah I want to...

  • "Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka" Starts Nov. 15

    Michele Smith, the Times|Nov 8, 2018

    DAYTON-Whimsical costumes, confectionary props and a 70s vibe will captivate the audience that turns out to see the Touchet Valley Arts Council's 18th-annual fall musical production of "Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka," which will debut at the Liberty Theater on Nov. 15. The show is based on the book, "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory," by Roald Dahl, and tells the story of the enigmatic Willy Wonka, who stages a contest by hiding golden tickets in five candy bars made in his candy factory. The pr...

  • 2018 General Election Preliminary Results

    the Times|Nov 8, 2018

    Walla Walla County Sheriff Mark Crider.......7,287 (55.22%) Matt Stroe.........5,909 (44.78%) Columbia County Sheriff Joe Helm..............1,219 (63.96%) Jeff Jenkins...........687 (36.04%) Columbia County Commissioner Chuck Amerein.......1,279 (63.66%) Dain Nysoe............730 (36.34%) Columbia County Treasurer Carla Rowe.............1,189 (61.13%) Cathy Shochet.........756 (38.87%) State Representative, Position 1 Bill Jenkin............19,512 (64.66%) Everett Maroon......10,663 (35.34%) State Representative, Position 2 Skyler...

  • Pioneer Portraits

    Teeny McMunn, the Times|Nov 8, 2018

    Ten Years Ago-November 13, 2008 Wait's Mill was the first commercial building in Waitsburg and was the original reason for the town's existence. The mill was built in 1865 and operated continuously until 1957. It is listed as one of Washington's Most Endangered Historical Properties by the Washington Trust for Historic Preservation. A $30,000 grant has been awarded by the Kinsman Foundation of Milwaukie, Ore, to the Blue Mountain Resource Conservation and Development Council (RC&D) for the...

  • Quinn Aibhlinn & Avery Sutton Jameson

    the Times|Nov 8, 2018

    Quinn Aibhlinn and Avery Sutton Jameson were born August 6, 2018 at St. Lukes of Boise to Jeff and Siobhan Jameson of Ketchum, Idaho. Grandparents are John and Cyndi Sutton of Dover, MA, Mary Jameson Mathews of Waitsburg, and the late Bob Jameson and Tom Mathews....

  • Chris Carter & Clint Atteberry

    the Times|Nov 8, 2018

    DAYTON—Chris Carter and Clint Atteberry both of Dayton, Washington announce their engagement. Chris is a 1995 graduate of DeSales High School and a 2001 graduate of Eastern Oregon University. She is currently working for Columbia County Health System. Clint is a 1998 graduate of Dayton High School and a 2001 graduate of Walla Walla Community College. He is currently working for the Columbia County Building and Planning Department....

  • Caterpillar Too Comfortable

    Brianna Wray, the Times|Nov 8, 2018

    You are like the caterpillar That got too confortable in his cocoon Rebecca Webb...

  • Birthdays

    the Times|Nov 8, 2018

    Nov. 8: Bruce Gentry, Melvin Keiser, Jennifer Harwood, Kristen Baker, Dana Weir. Nov. 9: Frances Scott, Robert Hawks, Jodee Liebermann, Alan Jackson Jr., Corrie Cozier, Lillian Carpenter. Nov. 10: Ruth Hansen, Kaitlin Vaughn, Ruby Potter, Stephanie Zuger, Nathan Stroobants. Nov. 11: Wes Moors, Judy Annabel, Dick Beck, Freda Kay Price, Nadine Branson, Sherill Roberts, Kathy Carpenter, Barb Knopp, Herb Bessey. Nov. 12: Randy Halley, Blaine Pasley. Nov. 13: Delores Gohlman, Toni Jones-Riggs, Tom Manley, Anne Bickelhaupt, Reade Ferguson. Nov. 14:...

  • School Lunches

    the Times|Nov 8, 2018

    Nov 9: Pancake on a Stick; Uncrustables, Chips Nov 12: No School - Veteran's Day Nov 13: Biscuit & Gravy; Ravioli, Whole Wheat Roll Nov 14: Cinnamon Roll; Corn Dog, Hash Brown Nov 15: Breakfast Pizza; Ham & Potato Casserole, Garlic Bread...

  • Fall Update from the City of Waitsburg

    the Times|Nov 8, 2018

    With colder temperatures and leaves starting to fall, I thought I would provide residents with some information regarding fall activities associated with the city. First, there has been a Washington State Department of Ecology burn ban in effect since January 1, 2007; meaning you cannot burn leaves or branches. The city does not pick up leaves, so please do not rake or blow them into the street as it actually can clog our street sweeper. Instead, residents of the city can dispose of their leaves in the leaf bin at the city shop in either bags...

  • Portland Shipyard Building Wave of the Future

    Don C. Brunell, the Times|Nov 8, 2018

    By Don C. Brunell Shipyard workers in Portland are building the first commercial-scale wave energy buoy which, if it works, could be part of a system providing electricity to communities along our nation’s coastline. Vigor’s shipyard has a $6.5 million contract to construct an 826-ton buoy which can generate 1.25 MW (megawatts) of electricity. Its principle selling point is it generates electricity without CO2 or other greenhouse gas emissions. Vigor estimates each buoy would offset 3,000 ton...

  • Veteran's Day Assembly Nov. 9

    the Times|Nov 8, 2018

    WAITSBURG—Waitsburg High School will be hosting their annual Veteran’s Day Assembly Friday, Nov. 9, 2018 at 2:30 p.m. The Associated Student Body Leadership and members of the student council will share background information about Veteran’s Day. This year, the American Legion Samuel W Southard Post 35 will be recognized for its contributions to the community. All of our veterans and community members are invited....

  • Magical History Tour Nov. 10

    the Times|Nov 8, 2018

    WAITSBURG—Join the Waitsburg Magical History Tour on Nov 10. Starting at 10 a.m. Meet at Ten Ton Coffee for lattes and pastries, then enjoy a curated tour of the Bruce Museum complex followed by a history lesson on Waitsburg Mill by Historical Society president, Tom Land. $58 per person. Tickets available via eventbrite.com....

  • Movie Night Nov. 17

    the Times|Nov 8, 2018

    WAITSBURG—The Parks and Recreation District is hosting another Movie Night Nov 17 at Town Hall. Admission is free, concessions will be available, and the movie will be announced next week....

  • Hospice Holiday Grief Support Nov. 18

    the Times|Nov 8, 2018

    WALLA WALLA—Walla Walla Community Hospice is welcoming the community to an afternoon workshop to provide comfort and empowerment to people grieving over the death of a loved one during the holiday season. The Hospice Bereavement Team will facilitate the workshop on Nov. 18 from 1 to 3 p.m., at the Walla Walla Community Health office, at 1067 E. Isaacs, in Walla Walla. Information can be found online at: www.wwhospice.org, on Facebook at: @wallawallahospice, or by phone at: (509) 525-5561....

  • 4-H Veteran's & Thanksgiving Display

    the Times|Nov 8, 2018

    WAITSBURG—The Homegrown Go Wild local group of 4-H is working to create a new display in the windows at 222 Main St. celebrating Veteran’s Day and Thanksgiving. “This time we’re requesting community support,” says group leader Cindy Daves, “we’re asking for people to submit any veterans they would like to honor and/or to write what they’re thankful for.” Submissions can be slipped right through the door at 222 Main St. or next door at Ten Ton Coffee....

  • Waitsburg Resource Center Open House Nov. 15

    the Times|Nov 8, 2018

    WAITSBURG-The Waitsburg Resource Center is hosting an Open House event on Nov 15 at 5:30 p.m. Guests are invited to enjoy snacks and get to know the organization, and its mission. Beginning November 1 the Resource Center has been offering free coats on Thursdays from 2-4 p.m. The Waitsburg Resource Center would like to thank not only those who have donated, but also the Waitsburg Grocery, Waitsburg Clinic, Banner Bank, as well as the local Catholic Christian and Presbyterian churches for...

  • Judy Miller is New CCHS Clinic Director

    Michele Smith, the Times|Nov 8, 2018

    DAYTON-Judy Miller, a former Center Manager for Lincare in Walla Walla, is the new Clinic Director for Columbia Family Clinic and Waitsburg Clinic. Miller has been on the job Oct. 22, getting to know the staff in the clinics and hospital. An assessment of the clinics was recently performed by an outside consulting firm, and Miller said she and the staff will be looking into changes that will enhance the patient experience. Miller and her husband, Miles, like to spend time viewing the area...

  • Endowment Being Created for 4-H Membership Fees

    Michele Smith, the Times|Nov 8, 2018

    DAYTON—An endowment to pay for all annual 4-H memberships has just been announced by WSU Dayton Extension Agent Paul Carter. In 2017 the state instituted an annual $25 membership fee for attendance in 4-H, a move Carter says was discriminatory to families having financial difficulties. So he set about to see what could be done to help them Carter said he recently met with the Blue Mountain Community Foundation to start the process of creating an endowment. The initial need is for $10,000 to e...

  • DW Falls to Soap Lake in Final Game, 34-14

    Ken Graham, the Times|Nov 8, 2018

    WAITSBURG-The Dayton-Waitsburg football team played a crossover game against Soap Lake Friday in Waitsburg, and took a loss, 34-14. DW ended their season 2-8 overall and 2-5 in Eastern Washington Athletic Conference play. The teams traded touchdowns in the first quarter, with quarterback Brayden Miller punching the ball in from two yards out to make the score 7-6. Soap Lake scored twice in the second quarter to make the score 21-6 at the half. In the third, running back Chris Andrews ran for a s...

  • Monster Mash

    the Times|Nov 8, 2018

    WAITSBURG-The Waitsburg Home and School Association hosted their annual Halloween Monster Mash on Oct 26 featuring a costume contest and a cake walk. Costume contest winners: best Disney character Audrey Kiefel "Merida" most creative Arrow Groom "Shark Bite" and judge's choice "Scuba Baby." HASA wishes to thank the community for their continued support. HASA's will return for the spring carnival....

  • Waitsburg Holiday Banners

    Brianna Wray, the Times|Nov 8, 2018

    Travis Bramer istalls new signage on Main St, Waitsburg. This, along with lights will complete the festive look for the upcoming season....

  • Dayton Memorial Library Update

    Brianna Wray, the Times|Nov 8, 2018

    Toddler Story Time: Every Wednesday – 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Family Story Time: November 1st – 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Soups & Stews: November 2nd - 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Humanities Washington: John Jensen - Hollywood and the Home Front: November 8th - 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Book Chat: November 17th - 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Toy/Sweater Drive Photos: November 24th - 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Trivia Tuesday: November 27th – 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. – Chief Springs! Tuesdays at the Senior Centre:...

  • Waitsburg Parks & Recreation Board Meeting Report

    Brianna Wray, the Times|Nov 8, 2018

    October 25, 2018 WAITSBURG—Board members Danielle Carpenter, Justin Stegall, Wyatt Withers and Sandra Morrison were in attendance at the Oct. 25 meeting. Treasurer Withers reported a balance of $1,417, with no deposits or debits pending. New Business: The board unanimously passed a motion to postpone seeking a levee this spring until further budget research and a two-to-five-year strategic plan is developed. The board is drafting a letter of intent to present the city council with regarding t...

  • Keto Shrimp Scampi with Broccoli

    Teeny McMunn, the Times|Nov 8, 2018

    I really debated about whether to repost last year's recipe, Sausage and Apple Stuffed Squash, because it is so fall-ish and a "dinner in the oven, but I saw this one. I like shrimp and find it a nice break from beef, chicken and pork. Even if one is not on a Keto diet, and I am not, I thought it sounded delicious. I like broccoli anyway. I don't have a spiralizer, so I will use angel hair pasta with broccoli on the side. I made Savonnah's bread for the potluck on Saturday, but not without some...