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DAYTON–The coronavirus affected nearly all aspects of community life here and the Dayton Chamber of Commerce's annual banquet, in which exemplary local individuals and businesses are honored for their contributions, was not immune. In lieu of presenting awards at its annual banquet, the Dayton Chamber elicited nominations and named the 2020 Community Choice Awards Wednesday, March 3. Denise Hoon was chosen as Citizen of the Year. Denise is a dedicated community volunteer who gives of her time to...
DAYTON–County Prosecutor Dale Slack discussed with the County Commissioners on March 8 the State of Washington vs. Blake case ruling that deemed statute 69.50.4013 unconstitutional which formerly made the possession of controlled substances illegal. This ruling is based on the premise that some people are found in possession claiming to be without knowledge or consent and are then unjustly charged and prosecuted. The attorney for the nonprofit Washington Appellate Project, Richard Lechich, a...
DAYTON–After six and a half years of employment serving the Dayton Historical Depot Society, Tamara Fritze has left to pursue other interests. During her time as the Depot Museum Director, Tamara created many interesting exhibits and newsletters sharing her wealth of knowledge about local history. The Society is grateful for her years of dedicated service and wishes her well in her future endeavors. Shellie McLeod will take over the responsibilities of this role. McLeod joined the Depot as E...
DAYTON–Dayton School Board of Directors learned that remote learning will be implemented on March 10 due to possible recovery periods for 18 staff for grades 5-12 who will receive COVID-19 vaccinations on March 9. To accommodate recovery from the vaccination, Superintendent Guy Strot said the District cannot plan to have enough substitute staff scheduled for school the following day. Grades 5-12 will go to remote learning for the already scheduled half day of school. Students in preschool t...
“No one can figure out your worth but you.” – Pearl Bailey... Full story
OLYMPIA–The state has a responsibility to protect the environment for all of us and future generations. It's a commonly agreed-upon sentiment, but like so many other issues, approaches differ widely on solutions. I am committed to economically sustainable environmental policies that do not place excessive costs and financial burdens on the taxpayers of Washington state. We continue to see a push for a low-carbon fuel standard mandate, year after year. This year, it comes in the form of House B...
“A fine lookin’ horse you’ve got there (if yer into modern art) I had a horse like that one time (but he wasn’t very smart) I’d guess that he’s part thoroughbred (and part Catahoula hound) You get him in a claiming race? (or at the lost and found) Oh, really, you’ve got the papers (I’d use ’em to train the dog) And he’s outta He’s California! (No wonder he smells like smog) He seems a little bit feisty (to have one foot in the grave) Yup, I’ve used Ace myself sometimes (when there’s somethin’ le...
OLYMPIA–During last Saturday’s Senate floor debate before the 25-24 passage of the income tax on capital gains (SB 5096), there was discussion about allowing voters to run a referendum on the new proposed tax. An amendment by Sen. Hobbs was adopted that directly removed the emergency clause and language from the intent section claiming the bill was necessary for the support of state government. Another amendment by Sen. Brown would have placed the measure directly on the ballot, but Sen. Rob...
SPOKANE—School districts that will benefit from the recent $150,000 grant received by Innovia Foundation aimed at strengthening school-community partnerships and increasing post-secondary success for students are Dayton, St. John-Endicott, Lind-Ritzville, Riverside and Inchelium. This grant, from the College Spark Outcomes Acceleration fund launches a two-year pilot project as part of Innovia Foundation’s Say Yes to Education initiative. The first phase of the project will include community forums and surveys to gather input and will cul...
Begin a regular exercise program. Exercise is one of the most important ways to lower your chances of falling. It makes you stronger and keeps you more flexible. Exercises that improve balance and coordination (like Tai Chi) are the most helpful. Have your health provider review your medications. As you get older, the way medications work in your body can change. Some medications, or combinations or medications, can make you sleepy or dizzy and can cause you to fall. Have your vision checks...
DAYTON–The recent decision to extend the Dayton High School (DHS) in-person learning day from 12:30–2 p.m. is underway as of March 1. It has been over a week since the first day of this new schedule and so far, students and teachers seem to be adjusting well. However, student opinions still vary greatly. There are numerous feelings and opinions amongst the students, regarding the new schedule. While some say they feel as if nothing has changed, others have commented that their days feel muc...
BREAKFAST Wed, Mar 10: French Toast, Fruit, Milk Thur, Mar 11: Breakfast Burrito, Fruit, Milk Fri, Mar 12: Cinnamon Roll, Scrambled Eggs, Fruit, Milk Mon, Mar 15: Breakfast Sandwich, Fruit, Milk Tue, Mar 16: Scrambled Eggs, Biscuit, Jelly, Fruit, Milk Wed, Mar 17: Breakfast Pizza, Fruit, Milk Thur, Mar 18: Waffles, Cheddar Omelet, Fruit, Milk Fri, Mar 19: Cereal, Cheese Stick, Fruit, Milk LUNCH Wed, Mar 10: Chicken Burger, Chips, Fruit, Cookie, Milk Thur, Mar 11: Cheese Breadstick, Tomato Soup,...
By Carolyn Henderson DAYTON–Interesting people do interesting things. They think about what they want to do, figure out what they need to know to do it, and then...they do it. They're not afraid of the process of experimentation, of practice, of learning, all of which involve a lot of, well, failures, because they recognize that those failures eventually lead to success––not to mention great stories for around the fireside or dining room table. "I've always enjoyed 'making stuff,'" says water...
Thur, Mar 11: Meatloaf & Gravy, Au Gratin Potatoes, Baby Carrots, Salad, Roll, Banana, Milk Tue, Mar 16: Roast Beef, Mashed Potato & Gravy, Corn, Broccoli, Salad, Fruit, Jell-O, Milk Thur, Mar 18: Corned Beef, Red Potatoes, Cabbage, Sourdough Bread, Fruit, Milk Tue, Mar 23: Fried Chicken, Mashed Potato & Gravy, Corn, Caesar Salad, Roll, Grapes, Milk...
Ten Years Ago March 9, 2011 Dayton High School internship program benefits students and community. Eleventh grade students have the opportunity to intern at a business downtown Dayton and get hands-on-training in the field in which they choose. Twenty-Five Years Ago March 6, 1996 Jerod C. McEwen, a senior at Lewis and Clark High School in Spokane, a son of Randy J. McEwen of Dayton and Lois E. Bell of Spokane, has enlisted in the Army’s Delayed Entry Program. The three-month Tucannon River road closure, due to severe flood damage which v...
DAYTON–The 2020 Chapter BJ, P.E.O. Citizenship Award and $300 was presented two local high school graduates last spring, but were not publicly honored due to the COVID–19 pandemic shutdown. Boggs and Seney were considered an outstanding woman and man of their senior class who exemplified and were judged based on quality of character, scholarship and activities. The cornerstone of their integrity strongly emphasized honesty, courtesy, amiability, morality and punctuality; all marks of a good cit...
DAYTON–After a series of frustrating losses, the Dayton-Waitsburg Volleyball team gelled and handed Riverview a three-set loss here Saturday as the team moves into the second half of the covid-shortened season. DW is now 1-4 and looks to upcoming matches versus TriCities Prep on the home court in Dayton tonight March 11. Valley travels to Walla Walla Valley Academy for a rematch at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 13 in College Place. "The girls worked really well together," Head Coach Tracy Barron commen...
DAYTON–Students at Dayton and Waitsburg schools in grades six through 12 are voting this week on a mascot for the combined athletics program, school officials say. Voting will continue up until 3 p.m. Friday, March 12, the ballots will be counted and a decision will be announced Monday, March 15, according to Stephanie Wooderchak, athletic director and principal at Waitsburg High School. Students recently narrowed the choices down to four mascots: Threshers, Thrashers, Wolf Pack and Valley K...
By Loyal Baker WAITSBURG–The fast and physical TriCities Prep Jaguars powered through Dayton-Waitsburg for a 41-16 win here last Friday. DW, now 1-1, travels to Mabton this Saturday for the third game of the covid season, kickoff at 1 p.m. TriCities Prep blitzed and challenged Valley to hold the team from scoring through three quarters while building a 35-0 lead. "Prep is a very fast and physical team that likes to attack you from their 3-4 defense," commented Head Coach Troy Larsen. "DW had a...
