Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
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Brenton Segraves Brenton Segraves is the son of Kathy Snyder and Elmer Segraves. His older sister Alyssa graduated in the WSD Class of 2024. He has a younger brother, Gabe, and sister, Alexis. Segraves has been a Waitsburg student since the fifth grade. As a senior, Segraves takes morning classes at WHS and criminal justice classes in the afternon at SEATech Skills Center in Walla Walla. A member of FFA, Segraves was on the Ag Mechanics team as a sophomore and junior. He is an honor student and...
"This will be a fine walk as long as the mosquitoes don't eat me alive," I thought as I stepped out of the truck. Scotch broom was in full bloom, each flower glowing brilliant yellow like tiny lanterns. Fuchsia balls of rhododendron blooms peeked through the understory beneath wafting strands of seafoam-green "old man's beard." The white flowers of an errant apple tree appeared ahead, leaning across the forgotten roadbed, which had grown over with moss, lichens, and Scotch broom to the point tha...
Fifteen Years Ago May 5, 2011 At 2:00 a.m. in Joan Helm's home, the Waitsburg's Royal 'night-owls' gather around the television to watch the Royal Wedding ceremony of Prince William and Kate Middleton. Waitsburg PE teacher Jeff Bartlow shows his ninth-grade students how to practice their bicycle skills on the tennis court as part of a bike safety unit. The school recently received a grant to purchase 30 bicycles for safety instruction to grades 5-8 this fall. Tiger Tucket Alleman positions his...
As with many famous Italian American recipes, the origins of Chicken Vesuvio are slightly shrouded in mystery. Named after Italy’s infamous Mount Vesuvius, the dish shares many qualities to chicken preparations made around the Campania region for hundreds of years. Another possibility is that the recipe gets its name from Vesuvio, a famous restaurant in 1930s Chicago. Either way, it’s clear to see why this homey dish of crispy roasted chicken and potatoes in a lemon laced white wine sauce has remained a classic. Ingredients: 3 large russet pota...
Kyle Lindsey Kyle Lindsey’s parents are Sheila and Robbie. His sister Morgan is a WHS alumnus, and his younger siblings are Lane and Landen. Lindsey has been a full-time student at WHS since his junior year. In his first year, he and four WHS band members participated in a mass-band event hosted by the Southeastern Washington Music Education Association in Clarkston, Wash. As a member of Waitsburg FFA, he volunteered at school concessions, the Lions Club's rib and salmon feeds, and the Amazing S...
Fifteen Years Ago April 28, 2011 The largest circus to come to Dayton in more than a decade, the Carson & Barnes Circus has the second-largest herd of elephants in the country. Local residents will have free access to the circus grounds to witness the care and feeding of these and many other animals on the morning of Thursday, June 30. Lewis and Clark 6th Annual Community Walk, May 5th, Thursday at 5:30 p.m., beginning at Dayton's Historic Depot and will end at the Lewis and Clark exhibit on...
DAYTON - The Touchet Valley Community Showcase brought local business owners, health providers, artists, musicians, and creators together on April 18, 2026, at the Columbia Fairgrounds. The family-friendly event offered community members experiential and educational interactions with nearly 50 vendors. Some of the valley's newest businesses, including Dayton Quilt and Laundromat, and Modern Pioneer RV Services in Starbuck participated. Guests got to work out with Lucy Nichols, owner of Trans4m...
Connor Goulette Connor Goulette is a full-time student at Waitsburg High School. He joined the Waitsburg School District as a freshman. The son of Jesse and Michelle Goulette, he has three older siblings: Ashley, Ana, and Tyler. He became involved in FFA during his freshman year, participating in the first-year member event and helping at school concessions. In elementary and middle school, Goulette participated in baseball. Currently, he enjoys playing in the men's softball league in Walla...
Fifteen Years Ago April 21, 2011 Nearly 600 riders paid a visit to Waitsburg and its surrounding countryside this past weekend during the 15th annual Tour of Walla Walla. This 3-day, 4-stage cycling race brought bicyclists from all over to Waitsburg's downtown. Fletcher Baker will be sworn in as the first-ever student representative on the Waitsburg City Council on Wednesday. Port of Columbia Manager Jennie Dickinson poses with Port Commissioners Dale McKinley, Lawrence Turner, and Gene Warren...
While experimenting in the kitchen, I love when the addition of a single extra ingredient can elevate a classic recipe in exciting new ways. Here the homey snickerdoodle, a buttery cookie steeped in childhood memories, has crushed caraway seeds added to the cinnamon coating for a sophisticated twist on the warm-spice notes. Delightfully chewy, and not too sweet, these lovely morsels have an addictive flavor. Ingredients: 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks), softened ¾ cup granulated sugar...
WAITSBURG - Waitsburg Elementary School students were presented PRIDE Awards on April 3. This month, awards were given to students who exemplified traits of respect for "R." Congratulations to the following : Kindergarten: Jane Ely and Soren Schavrien 1st grade: Bryson French and Lane Eastman 2nd grade Skylar Ruth and Brooklyn Gascon 3rd grade: Gemma Pennington and Asher Hilton 4th grade: Soren Nokes and Cooper Smith 5th grade: Dori Adkins and Clive Bye 6th grade: Myles Frasco and Emma...
WAITSBURG - The sun is out, and tulips are blossoming, and as usual, volunteers are preparing Waitsburg for spring and summer. Volunteers were out replanting the pots along Main Street. Karen Gregutt was joined by Jim Strawn, Janice McIntyre, Trisha Knee, Richard Hines, Corben Ketelson, Patrick, and Dayna. After the recent flooding, the city's sandbag supply needed to be restocked. Members of the Waitsburg football team came to the rescue, helping Marshall Nechrom and others fill, move, and...
Martin Vasquez Martin Vasquez's parents are Alisha and Josh Vasquez. Martin started at Waitsburg High School in his sophomore year. He is a full-time WHS student. Vasquez has volunteered at the Waitsburg Lions Club rib and salmon feeds. In addition, he helped paint the football field for home games and worked at school concessions. In the community, he has raked leaves for elderly residents and assisted with the FFA Festival of Trees fundraiser during Hometown Christmas. Vasquez's favorite...
Fifteen Years Ago April 14, 2011 Bill Clemens presents the grant award check from the Pacific Power Foundation to Jessica Atwood, co-chair of the Downtown Dayton Playground Committee, as they stand at the site of the future playground. The recent wresting Little Guys wrestling tournament at Waitsburg's Kison Court helped raise interest in the sport among middle and high school students in the area. In action here is Austin Kimmon, a Dayton member of the Waitsburg Matbirds. Prescott seniors David...
We make several trips to the southern Washington coast throughout the year. From the lazy sunny days of summer to the dramatic storms of winter, there is something special about each season. My favorite time to visit is September through October, when the weather is still lovely and the post-Labor Day tourist crowds are much smaller. Last week, we were able to sneak off for a quick weekend get-away where we were met with perfect weather and a chance to satisfy our built-up seafood cravings. At t...
WAITSBURG - What a dream-my grandies and their mom were arriving from Portland for a weekend visit that included Valentine's Day and a 14th birthday. They love being at our Milton-Freewater farm-ranch, officially called "The Franch." The donkeys entertain, the cows embody bovine contentment, and Grandpa gives the youngsters driving lessons on the ATV and tractor. There's plenty of room to spread out, play games, and cook meals together. But a visit over four days with two celebrations calls for...
4:30 a.m. – I awake to the sound of crickets. "Thank God!" The classic iPhone alarm releases me from a fitful night of what felt like daggers being twisted in my lumbar spine. "Par for the course," I think, groaning as I stretch; my lower back straps begrudgingly limbering up. The concrete floor is cold beneath my feet as I shuffle toward the bathroom, flicking on the coffee pot, which Jack had thoughtfully prepped last night. 4:35 a.m. – I shuffle back to the futon and rummage through an ove...
Fifteen Years Ago March 31, 2011 Dubbed the "Hee-Haw Honies," Columbia County Fair Board Vice President Debbie Bailey, Secretary Christine Broughton, volunteer LeeAnn Literal and President Miranda Bowen perform a skit during Saturday's kickoff. Leroy Cunningham, founder of Rural Green Youth Enterprises talks to contruction worker Carmen Castaldo outside the first-ever space for the socio-economic youth program: the former Nothing New Antiques store on Waitsburg's Main Street. New Sheriff John...
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 mimosa or two, is a favorite daytime option. Here, my recipe for a classic hollandaise sauce is poured over a seasonal variation of eggs benedict, featuring cured salmon and fresh asparagus in place of the Canadian bacon. Ingredients: For the Hollandaise: 4 egg yolks 1 tablespoon fresh squeezed...
Does this reader's photo capture a sunbeam or alien contact? Are Waitsburg's wild turkeys communicating with extraterrestrials, or are they feathered E.T.s?...
Fifteen Years Ago March 24, 2011 4-Paws Dog Obedience Class (a 4-H club) will be holding their first organizational meeting of the year on Monday, March 26 at 4 p.m. at the Hockersmith home in Waitsburg. [Photo Caption] Tell-tale signs of spring include this year's bumper crop of kids at the Monteillet Fromagerie just west of Dayton. Joan and Pierre-Louis Monteillet reported the birth of 60 goats and 45 sheep this year with another 10 and 25 of each on the way respectively. The farm is among...
After six years of living in the Inland Northwest, there are still a few things about the other side of the state that I miss terribly. At the top of this list is access to fresh, local seafood, something I might have taken for granted at the time. Thankfully, there are many wonderful options for local and sustainable seafood that can be found flash-frozen in area grocery stores. Domestic, wild-caught shrimp, frozen raw, have become a staple in our freezer, perfect for quick weeknight dinners....
WAITSBURG-On March 12, Waitsburg High School's National Honor Society partnered with the American Red Cross to organize a blood drive at the school gym. NHS students Sarah Daves, Sara Wilson, Hope Adkins, Karissa Potts, and Bea Karl signed in the registered donors and assisted advisor Shannon Schreindl at their second drive this school year. Twenty-one donors contributed a total of twenty-five units of blood. Of these donors, 12 had type O blood, and four were first-time donors. One single...
Fifteen Years Ago March 17, 2011 Waitsburg Elementary School Students of the Month for February are 4th graders: Honesty Alexander and Kelsey Alleman with 5th graders Austin James and Tyler Wood. Waitsburg's newest young bluegrass band, the Rezonators, includes members: Emily Adams (fiddle), Kassidy Kuykendall (mandolin), Chris Philbrook (banjo), Beka Adams (guitar), Emma Philbrook (mandolin), and Kavin Kuykendall (banjo). Twenty-Five Years Ago March 15, 2001 Waitsburg's spring baseball season...
There are few sensory experiences more inviting than the smell of fresh baked bread filling your home. Though I was once terribly intimidated by bread making, through careful and delicious experimentation it become a satisfying addition to my kitchen repertoire. While pulling a fresh loaf from the oven is sure to impress special dinner guests, it can also be a wonderful way to elevate a middle-of-the-week meal for two. Recently, while researching recipes in preparation of our family Saint...
