The Times - Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley

1 Years Ago March 27, 2014 [PhotoCaption] Three local fish experts worked earlier this week to adjust the inlet pipe in the Toucht River adjacent to the fish pond in Dayton City Park. L to r: Dave... Full story

With the warmer days and the first flowers blooming, my mind has turned to planning some springtime entertaining. A decadent weekend brunch with friends, full of lively conversation, and hopefully a...

Most of my winter trips to the Wallowa River are characterized by slippery travel across the Tollgate Crossing during an active snow or ice storm. The five-foot walls of packed snow confining the...

Woo-hoo, Spring is springing (sprung?!?) So why not put away those heavy winter red wines for a while, and go with this refreshing, crisp, delicious Chardonnay from one of Oregon's finest heritage...

1 Years Ago March 20, 2014 Barnstormers jam with the best at Wintergrass Music Festival. Waitsburg's Barnstormers – Chris and Emma Philbrook, Robert Walsh, and Sam McGowen – joined over 30 bands and...

For many, the first thing that comes to mind for Saint Patrick's Day menus is corned beef and cabbage. A delicious classic, it has certainly graced my table many times. However, when I think of Irish...

Louis Robert, husband of Marilyn Collingwood, passed away on March 1, 2024 in Yakima, Washington. Services are under the direction of Langevin El Paraiso Funeral Home.... Full story

WAITSBURG - There were oodles of noodles, desserts to die for, and captivating talent on full display at Waitsburg Elementary School's Spaghetti Feed Fundraiser on Monday evening. The event kicked... Full story

WAITSBURG-On a recent Saturday, Dayton resident Roger Tumbocon and Filgie Jarina shared stories and coffee at Ten Ton Coffee in Waitsburg. Jarina is a traveling physical therapist from Iowa who is und...

1 Years Ago March 13, 2014 Frank Reser taught in Prescott for "many years" before retiring in Waitsburg where he spends his days driving bus, playing local handyman and, most recently, creating... Full story

As spring green colors are finally popping up in our yard, I found myself craving tender green flavors. Rainbow chard braised with aromatics in stock and wine, is a favorite side dish that I love to...

Wednesday, day three of retirement, while playing tennis, I dove for a ball at the net, returned the drop shot, scored the point, and promptly fell with a big thud. Off to the ER to find out I had...

WAITSBURG - On Tuesday, February 20, National FFA week kicked off with students wearing their favorite pajamas to school and voting for the Harvest Ball Court. Freshmen Kayla Mikesell and Landen...

WAITSBURG - Families and community members have geared up to raise funds for seven Waitsburg students to attend the National Amazing Shake event in Atlanta, Georgia. At the regional competition in...

1 Years Ago March 6, 2014 It seems there's no shortage of talent – or civic mindedness, for that matter – in the family of Doris Huffman (Ruff), of Waitsburg. Huffman recently used her artistic tal... Full story

While I am certainly known for my love of cooking savory meat dishes, throughout the week much of my diet is centered around vibrant plant-based options. Incorporating more vegetarian meals in your ro...

Great friend of "The Times," Sara Latham sent smiles from Seattle.... Full story

It is official: I am now one of the many retired people on the planet. Friday was my last official day of employment, and on Saturday afternoon, I began the process of becoming a Washingtonian. I had...

Now under the guidance of the fifth generation, this founding California winery makes a wide range of pricey single vineyard Zins, along with this more affordable yet high quality bottling. Often a...

1 Years Ago February 27, 2014 [Photo Caption] Members of the Prescott Knowledge Bowl try to reach a consensus. Front row: Andre Potts, Erik Sandoval, Oscar Garcia, Tyler Fedderson Back row: Alberto...

In an American culinary culture that is endlessly chasing the latest gastronomic trends, it is sometimes nice to revisit the understated classics that home cooks have been making for generations. At...

WESTERN, OR. - Blue Mountain Land Trust (BMLT) hosted a celebration party on February 8 at the Horseshoe Prairie Nordic Area Trailhead in Oregon. The event marked the opening of the Blues Crew...

8 Dayton High School graduate, Zachary Kiefer, married Chelsea Wright of Tempe, Arizona on Dec. 28, 2023. The couple live and work in Washington, D.C...

WAITSBURG - Weller Public Library is offering "Art at the Library" for kids to make art inspired by picture books. The program offers pre-school and primary grade students a guided art experience twic...

1 Years Ago February 20, 2014 WP sophomore Tristan Newman will make his second appearance at the state wrestling tournament at the Tacoma Dome this weekend, after placing fourth at the regional... Full story