Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
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WALLA WALLA – It's time for tea-Teddy Bear Tea that is. The Walla Walla-Columbia School Retirees Association presents the 13th Annual Teddy Bear Tea, Feb. 23 at St. Francis Hall, 722 W. Alder, Walla Walla. The event runs from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. and features displays, an auction, items for sale, events for children including a coloring table and a story corner, and the elegant tea. Raffle tickets will be available for purchase for two handmade teddy bears which will be on display. Young and old...
Washington State – A study by the Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WSTC) indicates that drivers in Washington state are less distracted by cell phones, but that distracted driving is still a costly and dangerous problem, according to a press release by the NW Insurance Council. Cell phones are the source of over half of driver distractions in Washington, according to WTSC, even though the number of drivers holding a cell phone dropped to 3.4 percent in 2018 from 5.7 percent in 2017. The stu...
WAITSBURG – The Waitsburg Elementary School multipurpose room was hopping on Saturday night as dads and daughters entered the magical world of Alice in Wonderland for the Waitsburg Home and School Association's (HASA) Third Annual Daddy-Daughter Dance. Fifty-two dads or father figures attended with their daughters. Girls ranged in age from 2-years-old to 13-years-old and came from Waitsburg and surrounding areas to bring in $1010 for the HASA. "Even with the snow scare there were more dads t...
Sarah Daves (l) and David Barnhart (r) show off their skills in the Waitsburg High School auditorium on Fri., Feb. 1 as they hula hooped to raise funds for the American Cancer Society. Kindergarten through third graders jumped rope and hula hooped while fourth and fifth graders shot hoops....
WAITSBURG – City Hall staff will have one less duty on their plates when Basin Disposal Inc. (BDI) takes over billing soon. Council members voted 3-2 to outsource billing to BDI at their Jan. 16 council meeting. The change in billing is expected to result in a three-cent overall increase to customers. City Manager Randy Hinchliffe originally proposed eliminating the City as the middleman and outsourcing billing to BDI at the December council meeting. He was requested to determine the financial impact outsourcing would have on the City and r...
DAYTON—The state Health Care Authority is providing Columbia County Health System with an initial award in the amount of $150,000 to help focus on the elements needed to achieve accreditation in Patient Centered Medical Home care, said CEO Shane McGuire in an interview last Thursday. “We’re getting quite a large sum of money that can actually influence change,” said McGuire. “The good news here is that we generally funded these efforts out of our operations budget, and figured out the reimbursement part as we went.” “We’ve been trying to do Pa...
WASHINGTON STATE – The pros and cons of vaccinations are always a controversial topic but the issue has been brought to the forefront with the recent measles outbreak in the Pacific Northwest, prompting Governor Jay Inslee declared a public health emergency late last month. A press release issued by Walla Walla County Health Officer Dr. Larry Jecha last week said there were no cases in Walla Walla County, as of Jan. 29, but precautions should be taken. "The measles outbreak is a growing p...
Valentine's Fashion Show and Gifts 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. - February 9th Dayton Elementary School Admission is free. Fashion shows are at 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Local small boutiques will have plenty of gift inventory on hand. Granny's Tamales will provide food. Relief Print Valentine's Card Class 1-4 p.m. - February 12th 10 Ton Press, Waitsburg Students will receive five card and envelope sets, one carving block and use of water based in of choice. Learn more at 10 Ton Press. Love in Three Acts 6:30 p.m. - February 14th Liberty Theater, Dayton...
January Dayton Middle School students of the month (l to r) Eve Talbott (8th), Madison Richardson (7th) and Brody Carrigan (6th)...
Waitsburg High School Honor Roll* Seniors Kelsey Allman 4.0 McKenzie Forney 4.0 Leena Baker 4.0 Brayden Miller 4.0 Loren Negron 4.0 3.25 and Above Colin Ocker Riley Witt Brooke Wollens Devon Harshman Carson Allessio Jakub Mellish Juniors 3.25 and Above Grace Coulston Kirsten Miller Trinity Abel Bradley Sandau Sophomores 3.25 and Above Koby Harris Tegan Larsen Kaylee White Freshman Megan Forney 4.0 Mya Wood 4.0 3.25 and Above Nathalie Abel Caleb Barron Brayden Mohney *SeaTech students are not listed...
WALLA WALLA – The 44th Annual AAUW (American of University Women) Book Sale will be held February 22-24, at the Marcus Whitman Hotel, located at 6 W. Rose St, in Walla Walla. Sale hours will be Fri. and Sat., 9 am – 7 pm; and Sun., 9 am – 4 pm. In doing research for her Walla Walla Union Bulletin Lifestyles January 27th article, writer and AAUW member Diane Reed discovered that the first AAUW book sale - dubbed a "Book Fair" - was held in downtown Walla Walla in April of 1964 and offered "old...
WAITSBURG – With three meets under its belt, and two left in the season, the Waitsburg High School knowledge bowl team has its sights set on representing Waitsburg at the State competition in March. "At this point, we're on board to go to state," said Lynn Martin who is coaching for the first time this year after the retirement of long-time Knowledge Bowl Coach Brad Green. Waitsburg made regular appearances at the state competition under Green, who led Waitsburg's teams for 21 years. W...
PARKLAND, Wash. – Dayton High School student Rebecca Smith has been awarded a prestigious Pacific Lutheran University President’s Scholarship worth $26,000 a year, along with the opportunity to earn more. Just 127 President’s Scholars were selected based on academic achievement, service and leadership, and potential to effect positive change and leadership in the life of PLU. These students have been invited to interview on the PLU campus to compete for one of 10 $31,000 per year Harstad Founder’s Scholarships or one of five full-tu...
Washington State – In response to the recent government shutdown, the Washington State Employment Security Department sent an email to business owners letting them know of two options that can be helpful in times of economic hardship. The first options is called “Standby” and can be used when a business has a short-term dip in business but wants to encourage staff to return to work. Workers who are laid off but have an expected return-to-work date within 28 days can request “standby approval. Employers can request to extend that date to with...
DAYTON-This school year has been a learning curve year for the staff at The Club, Dayton's new after school program. Director Jim Pearson said some of the loftier goals originally set by the staff have been amended in order to spend more time on students' social and emotional skills. "We're learning a lot," said Pearson. "We've had to reevaluate our structure." Pearson said by the time the students get to The Club, they are tired of sitting and learning all day and are ready to have more free...
Heppner, Ore – With 2018 numbers looking good, Bank of Eastern Oregon continues its expansion into eastern Washington. Banks in Colfax, Dayton, LaCrosse and Pomeroy are slated to open in February. “We are pleased with the 2018 results. Solid earnings for 2018 and an improved renewal season for our agricultural borrowers are encouraging for the year ahead, but time will tell,” said bank President and CEO Jeff Bailey in a press release. “It is also important to note that our application with the FDIC to acquire the 4 Umpqua branches (Colfax...
WALLA WALLA County – Walla Walla County Commissioners are announcing an opening on the Walla Walla County Rural Library Board of Trustees to fill an unexpired term ending Jan. 1, 2023. The board determines the mission and basic policies for the library’s operation and has the supervision, care, and custody responsibilities for all property of the library. For more information visit the Library Board section of the library website at wwrurallib.ent.sirsi.net/ The board meets the second Monday of each month from 5-7 p.m. Applications may be obt...
WAITSBURG – After nearly 19 years in ordained ministry, Waitsburg Presbyterian Church Pastor Bret Moser is retiring from the pulpit. Bret, along with wife Bethany, will move their family to Idaho where they will share a ministry "shepherding shepherds." "We're working together to come alongside pastors, their spouses and families to offer help, encouragement and wisdom. If they need encouragement, are in crisis, or are suffering from isolation, which is a big issue, we want to offer support," P...
The History Channel * On Feb. 14, 1886, the first trainload of oranges grown by southern California farmers leaves Los Angeles via the transcontinental railroad. Development of California surged when state railroad lines linked Los Angeles into the transcontinental railways. * On Feb. 15, 1903, the first Teddy bear goes on sale. Toy-store owner and inventor Morris Michtom placed two stuffed bears in his shop window, advertising them as Teddy bears, named after President Theodore Roosevelt. * On Feb. 16, 1923, in Thebes, Egypt, English archaeolo...
DAYTON-County Commissioner Norm Passmore has submitted his resignation from the Board of County Commissioners, effective Wednesday. Passmore said he, and his wife, Ann, have sold their house in Dayton, and they are in the process of retiring to their home in Oceanside, Ore. where they will be closer to their son's family in Portland, and their daughter and her husband, in Seattle. Recreational opportunities such as hiking are also calling, Passmore said. Passmore said there are a thousand acres...
WAITSBURG – Effective Feb. 1, Waitsburg will no longer provide ambulance service. The Waitsburg Ambulance Service (WAS) was established in 1970 but financial difficulties forced the service to disband in January of 2013 when they handed transport services over to Columbia-Walla Walla County Fire District 2 (CWWFD2). Three years later, a shortage of funds and volunteers has forced CWWFD2 to contract out services. Columbia County Fire District #3 will provide Basic Life Support (BLS) ambulance t...
Waitsburg guitar doctor Joe Patrick may not be 'pickin' and grinnin' but he is certainly strumming and smiling as as he plays the 22-string harp on display at 10 Ton Coffee. Luthier Carrie Hendrix encourages gentle touching of her handmade stringed instruments. See story on Page 7....
The building historically known as the Columbia Cutstock Building, located at 606 Wagon Road, in Dayton, was destroyed by fire on the morning of Tues., Jan. 29. Fire departments from Columbia County, Waitsburg, Dixie, the City of College Place and Walla Walla responded to fight the blaze which is believed to have started around 2 a.m. according to Columbia County Fire Marshal Clint Atteberry. The fire, which gutted the wood frame building, was fully contained by 8 a.m. and there were no...
Toddler Story Time 10:00am to 11:00am - Every Wednesday An interactive story time for those in the toddler years! Come sing, dance, play and learn. Prime Time Story Time 6:00pm to 7:30pm - Every Wednesday for six weeks - First Event Feb-20 Story time, but with a special twist! Prime time is a program to encourage literacy in low income families through professional speakers and activities. Included, is a free dinner. Game & Gab - Musical Chair Scrabble 6:00pm - February 1st A possible monthly event where the library hosts a game night intended...
By Carolyn Henderson If you walk around town or country, you may have found a piece of artwork in the form of a painted rock. Sometimes they have an encouraging statement on them, other times a colorful image that brings a smile and sense of gratification. "The best part about painting rocks is putting these small pieces of art out into the world to share with others as an act of kindness," says Ashly Beebe of Dayton. "I have found a few rocks myself, and it is such a special moment. For some it...
