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DAYTON–The Dayton Kiwanis Club showed its appreciation to the Columbia County Sheriff's Office with a brief ceremony and shared locally made cupcakes with blue frosting Thursday, February 25, at the Superior Court room. "We have talked amongst ourselves about what a year we've had," said Kiwanis President Kim Lyonnais. "But I don't think we can feel what our departments, our law enforcement, has felt. We read in the paper about Seattle, Portland and Minnesota, and the politics, and the d...
DAYTON–Police are investigating burglaries at three downtown Dayton properties over the Monday night-Tuesday morning time period this week. Burglaries were reported at City Lumber and Coal Yard, 200 N. 3rd Street, AgLink, 207 N. 3rd Street, and Dingle’s of Dayton, 179 E. Main Street, according to Deputy Jeff Jenkins, who with Deputy Cesar Rivera, investigated the incidents. Investigation indicates that at least one suspect may have hidden inside City Lumber when the business was locked at the end of business Monday. Items believed missing inc...
DAYTON-Over one-third of Columbia County residents have received at least the first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, according to Shane McGuire, CEO of Columbia County Health System (CCHS) at the monthly Board meeting on February 21. McGuire indicated the State is overrun by demand. "After two weeks of low- to no-dose delivery, we have received enough vaccine to cover secondary or booster doses," he said. "The State of Washington released a statement on February 7 stating: 'We also had more...
DAYTON–The Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors seeks a new manager after accepting Chamber of Commerce Manager Molly Weatherill-Tate's resignation. Weatherill-Tate recentlyy accepted a position at Whitman College as Director of Admission Operations. "This is an opportunity Molly couldn't possibly pass up," said Chamber Board President Bette Lou Crothers. "We're all very happy for her and wish her the best." Crothers said Weatherill-Tate accomplished much in the year and half she's been w...
DAYTON–Mayor Zac Weatherford informed the County Commissioners of plans to move forward with obtaining permits to remove of sediment from the river within the city limits and requested any data already collected by the county to provide to FEMA. Once permitted, Weatherford said, the City will either hire a contractor or work with the County for the work on the actual project to be done in two phases. First, to remove top sediment and then completing the project. The permitting has been held u...
“The whole secret of life is to be interested in one thing profoundly and a thousand things well.” – Horace Walpole...
It is the best of times. Calving at its finest. The calling of those chosen to tend God’s creatures. To take part in simple miracles. To alter the balance of life on earth by one small addition. It is the worst of times. Calving in the midst of a winter when one needs a depth finder to see the top of the market. When it is less worrisome to lose oneself in the task of daily responsibilities easing the burden of birth, than thinking about the price of next fall’s over-crowded weaner crop. A dilem...
OLYMPIA–Three weeks ago, Southeast Washington dodged a bullet. Gov. Jay Inslee announced every other area of the state would move to Phase 2 of his COVID lockdown plan, allowing partial reopening of restaurants, gyms, and other businesses. But not ours, because of alarmingly high hospitalization rates. It was a mistake. A single hospital in Walla Walla misreported its COVID figures. If it wasn’t for the eagle-eyed county officials who caught the error and brought it to the attention of the Dep...
To the editor, I am concerned about the conflicting messages we as small business owners are receiving from our government leaders. I thought small (Ma & Pa) businesses were viewed favorably by most Americans. Some of the policies that have been put forth lately will have a significant negative impact on small businesses and small towns. 1. Low Carbon Fuel Standard: If this legislation passes it will raise the price of fuel for everyone and eventually raise the price of everything for everyone. All this with no guarantee of improving our...
Myth 1: Falling happens to other people, not to me. Reality: Many people think, “It won’t happen to me.” But the truth is that 1 in 4 older adults fall every year in the U.S. Myth 2: Falling is something normal that happens as you get older. Reality: Falling is not a normal part of aging. Strength and balance exercises, managing your medications, having your vision checked and making your living environment safer are all steps you can take to prevent a fall. Myth 3: If I limit my activity, I won’t fall. Reality: Some people believe that the bes...
BREAKFAST Mon, Mar 1: Cheddar Omelet, Toast, Jelly, Fruit, Milk Tue, Mar 2: Breakfast Sandwich, Fruit, Milk Wed, Mar 3: Waffles, Cheddar Omelet, Fruit, Milk Thur, Mar 4: Dr. Seuss Birthday Celebration Green Eggs & Ham, English Muffin, Jelly, Fruit, Milk Fri, Mar 5: Yogurt parfait, Fruit, Milk Mon, Mar 8: Pancakes, Fruit, Milk Tue, Mar 9: Sausage Gravy & Biscuit, Fruit, Milk Wed, Mar 10: French Toast, Fruit, Milk Thur, Mar 11: Breakfast Burrito, Fruit, Milk Fri, Mar 12: Cinnamon Roll, Scrambled...
DAYTON–Finally, Dayton-Waitsburg (DW) high school sports are well underway, and last week, our boys and girls kicked off the season with a successful start. The season began on February 15, and will end March 29; so far, the football team has only had one game, as opposed to the volleyball girls who played three games just last week. The team of around 15 girls had a long week, with two of three games being away. While the Varsity team did not have good luck against Mabton and Kittitas, the J...
Visiting a church, they didn't normally attend, a husband commented to his wife on the wonderful message the young pastor had shared. His wife commented in return, "It was wonderful. I can't wait to hear him after he has suffered." She was very astute and accurate. The most difficult things in life yield the richest of blessings. The Lord promises those who suffer and grieve "a crown of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of joy instead of mourning, and a garment of praise instead of a spirit of de...
Ten Years Ago February 23, 2011 Casino Night fund raiser coming to town March 5. The folks at the theater need to raise some capital for their new projector so a group of volunteers will be dealing cards, throwing dice and spinning the wheels in a variety of games of chance. Twenty-Five Years Ago February 28, 1996 Record-breaking monies from the Day Estate for 1996 was a record-breaking $90,700. Identical checks to be received by the school and hospital districts. The funds are intended to supplement their regular budgets. Slowly, slowly...
Bertha Hinchliff September 22, 1942 – February 23, 2021 Bertha Eldoris (Hov) Hinchliff, 78, passed away peacefully on February 23, 2021 at Brookdale Assisted Living in Walla Walla, Wash. Bertha was born in New Rockford, N. D. to Bert and Mavis Hov on September 22, 1942. Following her high school graduation in Lewiston, Idaho, Bertha worked at the local pharmacy and then as a cook at the airport. She met her future husband John Hinchliff in 1960 while "dragging main" in Lewiston. They began d...
WAITSBURG–Dedication and hard work on their own initiative paid dividends for Dayton Waitsburg Valley Football as they resoundingly defeated Highland 38-0 here February 27 in the combine's first football matchup under the pandemic. DW hosts TriCities Prep here Friday, kickoff at 7 p.m. "For our kids to come out and score on that first drive set the tone," said Head Coach Troy Larsen. The team had just four practices outside with full pads before the game rolled around, Larsen said, but the d...
DAYTON–A hard-hitting TriCities Prep team handed Dayton-Waitsburg Volleyball a loss last week as the squad looks for its first win of the season. DW hosts River View at noon on Saturday, March 6 before traveling to Columbia-Burbank Tuesday, March 9. TriCities Prep visits the DW home court Thursday, March 11. The team faced the Lady Jaguars in a three-set loss at Pasco last Friday, falling 12-25, 19-25, 13-25. "TCP hit harder than any team we have played to date," said Head Coach Tracy Barron. "...
