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Waitsburg resident Andrew Jackson Robertson, 89, passed away July 2, 2022. There will be a Public Viewing on Tuesday, July 12, 2022 at 3pm to 6pm at Mountain View-Colonial DeWitt, 1551 The Dalles Military Rd, Walla Walla. Funeral Service on Thursday, July 14, 2022 at 11am at Mountain View-Colonial Dewitt with a Graveside following at Dixie Cemetery, Dixie, WA Friends and family can share memories of Andrew at www.mountainview-colonialdewitt.com....
What will follow is a story which appeared as filler in the Naval Institute "Proceedings," If I recall correctly. It was just a brief, little blurb, but I have never forgotten it. In the summer of 1942, during the early days of WWII, the United States struggled to get the upper hand in the war with Japan. A series of intense naval battles mainly occurred at night in the South Pacific near Guadalcanal. Some of these battles involved ships firing guns at each other at near point-blank range in...
WAITSBURG-The Royal Block in Waitsburg hosts Open Mic nights on the first Thursday of the month at 6 p.m. July's event highlighted the comedy of local stand-up comedian Deanna Tipton. Backed up by Ken Taylor on cello, Tipton shared some Texas humor with the audience. Owners Tiina Jaatinen and Joe Roberts invite musicians, comedians, poets, and spectators to come out and bring their talents and interests. The Royal Block hotel is open seven days a week, the wine bar is open Thursday through...
Pinot Noir rosés are abundant in Oregon, and this outstanding example charms from the first sniff with its heady mix of watermelon, strawberry, and cherry lifesaver fruit. The winery calls it “summer ready,” and indeed, it is made for warm weather chillin’ and swillin’. The acids keep it fresh and lively, and once in the mouth, flavors of rhubarb, raspberries, and citrus pile on. This is ripe and full-bodied, delicious from start to finish. 1250 cases; 14%; $28 https://www.br...
Last month, we headed back to Los Angeles for Daniel’s surgery. Friday before our Sunday 5:30 a.m. flight, Daniel had a runny nose and scratchy throat. So, to be confident we would not infect the entire plane, we tested for COVID-19 at home and were both negative. We forged ahead with our plans after arriving in L.A., starting with dinner at a beautiful Japanese restaurant downtown. We stopped at our friends to unload luggage and say “hi” before dinner. We were off to a good start with good...
Waitsburg-The Don Thomas lot at the corner of Preston and Coppei Avenues came to life this last weekend. Over twenty vendors set up their stalls for a showcase hosted by the Waitsburg Commercial Club. Some of the handmade offerings included jewelry with delicate butterfly wings, dog leashes, and collars created by a pet photographer who sews and creates the prints. There were also clothes, home decorations, knits, and a chance to support the Girls Scouts. Commercial Club President Kim Smith is...
Ten Years Ago July 12, 2012 Waitsburg’s own eight-year-old Mya Wood is heading to Tacoma this August for a chance to represent Washington State in the National American Miss pageant. The state competition for her age group, seven-to-nine-year-olds, will be Aug. 9 though 12 at the Murano Hotel in Tacoma, Wood said. “I’m kind of nervous but I’m excited about the competition,” she said. Wood’s first grade teacher Dinah Lindsey said she thinks Wood has a real possibility of becoming the next Miss W...
As we moved into our house, we learned from the previous owners that there had once been a large in-ground pool in the backyard, which apparently had been a popular hangout for local housewives in the sixties and seventies. Unfortunately, when the maintenance costs got to be too much, the decision was made to fill it in. At about this time every summer, I start dreaming about that pool. Visions of taking a refreshing dip to cool down while hosting tiki-themed cocktail parties swirl around my...
I would like to personally thank Gary Thomas for allowing the use of his lot for our Vendor Event that took place this last Saturday which was a huge success. Gary is a part of our family, and we appreciate everything he does. Love, Erin Elsey (A-Ron's Rustic Designs) Secretary of the Waitsburg Commercial Club...
Times reader Janet Lindquist snapped this shot with the massive flamingo at Tampa International Airport. The sculpture, entitled "HOME", is by artist Matthew Mazzotta and depicts a flamingo dipping it's head under water. The installation is still in process....
In the July 7 issue of The Times, the news brief "Quilt of Valor presented to Dayton veteran," incorrectly stated the quilt was presented by the Dayton chapter of the American Legion. Members of the legion were present, and Brian Black spoke during the presentation. The quilt was given to honoree Jim Korsberg by Linda Clarys who created the quilt in coordination with The Quilt of Valor organization. Clarys....
Walla Walla has a new music venue bringing top musical entertainment to an unexpected location. Last week Chris Isaak and Lyle Lovett came to town for the third concert in the summer series. Bonnie Raitt and Mavis Staples will be here in August. Producers W3Entertainement and The Knitting Factory have created the Wine Country Amphitheater on the driving range of city owned Veterans Memorial Golf Course. The impressive stage and sound system are brought in for the night of the concerts and taken...
Harold Vance Price ("Vance") passed away peacefully on Friday, June 24, at Providence St. Mary Medical Center in Walla Walla, Washington, surrounded by family. Vance was born to Harold W. Price and Verna Melvina (Hurst) Price of Waitsburg, Washington, on May 11, 1934. Vance was raised on the family farm in Waitsburg, along with his sister, Donna, and his uncle, Lyman "Ike" Hurst, who made a great impact on his life. He graduated from Waitsburg High School in 1952 and attended Central Washington...
It had been some time since I made the drive up to the Godman Guard Station. As familiar geography passed by, I realized I had never made the drive outside of hunting season. A steep and jagged ridge, narrow as a razor's edge, reminded me of a time one archery season when I contemplated trying to find mule deer in the bowls of the canyon below. Considering the pack out cured me of that notion. Passing Stockade Spring and Midway Campground reminded me of my last hunts for snowshoe hare and...
The sounds of laughter, singing, and children at play will bring a smile to your face. Children involved in indoor and outdoor activities create wonderful memories of their youth. Recently, members who attended the June school board meeting were treated to songs by the middle and high school choir. All those present had smiles on their faces. The choir had recently entertained participants at a mature exerciser's class at Town Hall. There, Anita Baker played the school fight song on the piano,...
Ten Years Ago July 5, 2012 The City of Dayton and its leaders are getting frustrated. The city has just six years to solve a wastewater problem that seems unsolvable. Dayton's wastewater treatment plant, located at the west end of commercial Drive, was built in 1938 and has had several tune-ups since that time. Mayor Craig George said many people have a big misconception about the current treatment plant thinking it is a brand-new facility. "New things were added in 2000," George said. "But it...
Inspired by the world-class winemakers of our region, and the phenomenal growing conditions in our backyard, last year we planted three rows of little Cabernet Sauvignon starts next to the plum trees. From little twigs they have doubled in size this year, adapting beautifully to their protected sunny spot. While it will be a few years before we harvest enough fruit to make wine, the beautiful tender leaves had me researching a Mediterranean culinary favorite, stuffed grape leaves also called dol...
Dayton's Boldman House Museum hosted its annual Quilts in the Garden exhibit last weekend....
The American flag has evolved over time along with the nation. The first official red, white and blue flag bearing 13 stars and 13 stripes debuted in 1777. Stars were added as states were admitted to the union. Today's familiar 50-star flag dates to 1960, the year after Alaska and Hawaii became states. Legends and misconceptions about the flag have also evolved over time. Here's a closer look at nine myths about the American flag and the truth behind each of them. Myth #1: Betsy Ross created the...
I call this series “Just Vignettes” because that’s what they are, just short snapshots of things that have happened to me or have been told to me. I can vouch that the stories you read here are mostly true. Most of my childhood was spent in Richland, Washington, just downstream on the Columbia River from the Hanford Nuclear Reservation. I imagine growing up there was like growing up anywhere else. Still, I can point to at least one difference. For part of fourth grade, I attended Jefferson Elementary school in Richland. I remember only about...
WAITSBURG-Every Saturday from 10am to 3 pm, local artists are bringing their work to exhibit. This last weekend featured Helen Ortins-Boland Lorna Barth Sharon Kaufman-Osborn Greg Tate Bill Rogers The shows are curated by WAG and hosted by the participating artists. WAG is located in the little green Quonset hut across from Ten Ton Coffee and The Royal Block in Waitsburg....
The new art event at the Wenaha Art Gallery features sculptures and paintings by Nancy Gresham. The artist from White Bird, Idaho, works in various traditional and non-traditional mediums. In this exhibit, Gresham features her work in polymer clay and on painted rocks. Gresham discovered polymer clay ten years ago when she discovered a block of the material she had in her studio for a long time. She decided she needed to give it away or use it up. Always up for a challenge, she began...
The Bruce Mansion is getting much needed work this year thanks to a grant from the Sherwood Trust. Maurilio Lara is preparing and painting the historic home over the next few weeks....
You're never too old to ride a bike. It is not about a race; it's about the journey, the places you can go, and the scenery you will see! Easy rides such as pedaling around the streets of Waitsburg or riding the backroad to Huntsville are a good way to start easing into bicycling. On those rides, you will be on relatively flat surfaces, and in Waitsburg, you will get the occasional rest as you stop to visit people that are out and about. Places outside of Waitsburg that are easy jaunts are...
The Horse Heaven Hills AVA (American Viticutural Area) is home to many of Washington's oldest and finest vineyards, not the least of which is Champoux. Famous for its red wines, especially Cabernet, it's a pleasure to find a well-made example at a relatively modest price. Robert Larsen (formerly with Rodney Strong) consults for Beckstone, which is vinified in the Tri-Cities. This vintage is principally sourced from the Wallula vineyards overlooking the Columbia River. The wine is medium-bodied...
