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DAYTON–Emergency Management Director Ashley Strickland has submitted his resignation, effective May 20. Strickland presented a brief letter of resignation to the Commissioners during the regular meeting of the Board of County Commissioners on May 2. Strickland recommended that they "allow Misty [Yost] and Desi [Meza] to run the office for six months and then ask them if they want another director on or keep the office separated. "My salary is obligated to three different grants that can't all g...
DAYTON–Superintendent Guy Strot pointed to two factors that prompted him to seek a new school and community after two years at the helm of the Dayton School District. "I think by me leaving," Strot said, "I'm hoping people can move on and worry about student learning first instead of people. I'm hoping the community, staff and parents can get together and realize that our job is kids and their education." A second and more impactful motivation for Strot was the unexpected toll he felt due to t...
DAYTON–Mayor Zac Weatherford scheduled a workshop for the wastewater treatment project on April 27, at the request of the Dayton City Council members, after they voted down the purchase of the Martin and Barker properties for the project at the last regular meeting. "This project is not dead...," said Mayor Zac Weatherford, "...no matter what, we still have a problem we have to find a solution for." Weatherford indicated his first solution is a low-slope flood plain type-area, but is not o...
DAYTON–Local Junior High student, Josie Gemmell, was selected to present at the Gear Up 8th Grade Career Showcase at the Washington State University Tri-Cities campus on April 29. She prepared her career presentation, Psychotherapy, with help from Dayton teachers and staff. Josie Gemmell, left, is with Gear Up Site Manager Heather Clarys, right. Dayton was one of fourteen middle schools to participate in the event....
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By Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers SPOKANE–Eastern Washington Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers (WA-05) today released the following statement on a leaked draft opinion in the case of Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization. "This leak of a confidential draft opinion will severely damage the public's trust in the Supreme Court. It's a deliberate attack on the integrity of the Court and its role as an independent judiciary. There must be a complete investigation into how this leak h...
Capital gains income tax supporters set up surveillance system for I-1929 petition gatherers Proponents of the unconstitutional capital gains income tax are working overtime to prevent voters from weighing in. First, there was the game last year with the emergency clause to prevent a referendum. Now capital gains income tax supporters are gearing up to counter a potential I-1929 signature gathering campaign by setting up a surveillance system to report any ballot petition signing locations. As...
To the editor, I don't know which is worse: that previously we've never had an African-American woman as US Supreme Court Justice or that we've never had a Justice with Public Defender experience. Both represent unique perspectives necessary for relating to large, important and under-served constituencies of our population. New US Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson will provide much needed balance to the Court and more equal representation for all segments of our society. Yet...
DAYTON–May is Older Americans Month, a celebration of all they do and represent. Older adults play a vital role in our communities–as family members, friends, mentors, volunteers, civic leaders, members of the workforce, and so much more. Just as every person is unique, so is the way they choose how to age–and there is no right way. That is why the theme for Older Americans Month (OAM) 2022 is "Age My Way". Every May, the Administration for Community Living (ACL) leads the celebration of OAM....
PENDLETON, Ore. (April 27, 2022) - Following assessment of road conditions and removal of hazard trees along Forest Service Roads 44, 41 and 4206, Forest officials have lifted all road closures on the Pomeroy Ranger District from the 2021 wildfires. While the road closures have been lifted, portions of the roads are still not be accessible due to snow. Forest conditions are dynamic this time of year and the public is encouraged to plan ahead and contact their local ranger district prior to...
DAYTON–Columbia County Health System (CCHS) reported at the monthly Board meeting on April 27 a net loss for the third consecutive month. Project updates were also given for the Rivers Walk Assisted Living and the Acute Care Hallway with talk of a $400,000 addition for a ramp. Also reported was the continued work with the community towards opening a childcare facility with a public forum scheduled for May 23. A presentation was given to the Board from the Rural Collaborative which was founded t...
A wife was giving credit to how continually kind and gentle her husband was. The believer who was listening asked the husband, "Are you just that way or is it a result of something else?" After 50 years of marriage to such a wonderful man, the wife was shocked to hear her husband respond, "I pray about it constantly". She had no idea. She had thought it a simple character trait but the husband knew his wife was giving him credit for something the Lord was really doing through him as an answer...
BREAKFAST Wed, May 4: French Toast, Fruit, Juice, Milk Thur, May 5: Waffles, Fruit, Juice, Milk Fri, May 6: Cereal, Fruit, Juice, Milk Mon, May 9: Pancakes, Fruit, Juice, Milk Tue, May 10: Breakfast Sandwich, Fruit, Juice, Milk Wed, May 11: Cheddar Omelet, Toast, Fruit, Juice, Milk Thur, May 12: Muffins, Fruit, Juice, Milk Fri, May 13: Cinnamon Roll, Scrambled Eggs, Fruit, Juice, Milk LUNCH Wed, May 4: Mac & Cheese, Garlic Cheese Bread, Veggies, Fruit, Milk Thur, May 5: Cinco de Mayo Burritos,...
May 5: Chicken Strips, Augratin potatoes, corn, carrot raisin salad, juice/milk May 10: Sloppy joe, baked beans/carrot, salad/dressing, fruit Jell-o, milk May 12: Salisbury steak, mashed potato and gravy, pickled beets, salad, wheat bread, milk/juice...
Father Stu (Mark Walberg) is based on the true-life story of a boxer-turned-priest, Father Stuart Long. He has a self-destructive lifestyle and a severe motorcycle accident that forces him to change his life to help himself and others. The real Father Stu served in Helena Montana until his death. Rotten Tomatoes critics rate this movie as 45% favorable, but audiences give it 94% positive ratings. Fandango says this is an "unflinchingly honest, funny, and ultimately uplifting movie". The Roger...
DAYTON–Retired Columbia County farmer Jack Miller announced this week that he will run for the Columbia County Board of Commissioners District No. 3 position as a Republican in this year's election. "I am running for County Commissioner to bring respect, truth and honor to a position that plays a vital role in shaping the future of our county," Miller said. Miller has been an area resident since 1975 and farmed in Columbia and Walla Walla Counties for over 20 years. He was raised on a farm n...
By Jim Pearson Special to the Dayton Chronicle DAYTON– The Club hosted its third annual fundraiser, Stand-Up for The Club, on April 30, 2022, at the Columbia County Fairgrounds Pavilion. Over 150 area residents attended the event. The event raised a significant amount of funding to support The Club’s youth programs. “The generosity of this community is a continual wonder,” said Pearson. “Time and again, people have shown their support for the important work we do at The Club. They say it takes a village, and this village is clearly dedicated...
Margaret Mary Anderson Neace April 15, 1962–April 12, 2022 Margie passed away on April 12, 2022, with her husband Dan, at her side. Margie was born in South Dakota on April 15, 1962. She moved with her family to Washington State in the summer of 1967. Margie went to school at Dayton Elementary and graduated from Dayton High School in 1980. During High School, she enjoyed Basketball and Track with her close classmates. She married Dan Neace on March 24, 1984. They made their first home in S...
Arthur Robert "Bob" Trudgeon November 11, 1957-December 22, 2021 Arthur Robert (Bob) Trudgeon, 64, from Dayton, Wash., passed away on December 22, 2021, in Walla Walla. Bob was born to Bill and Jean Trudgeon on November 11, 1957. He graduated from Dayton High School in 1976 and continued his education at WWCC, Eastern Washington University and WSU. Bob managed the Dayton Swimming Pool for many years and also coached the Dayton Swim Team. He was employed by the Dayton School District for over 20...
Three newly hired deputies were sworn in April 26 by Columbia County Sheriff Joe Helm. Two of the new deputies, Blake Ahlers, second from left, and Payden Teel, third from left, come to the Columbia County Sheriff's Office from other agencies. Ahlers previously was with the Walla Walla Police Department and Teel comes to Columbia County from the Wapato P.D. David Walling recently graduated from the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission academy where he was first in his class....
DAYTON–Elementary school students participate in achieving certain characteristics through their formative years. Teachers choose Students of the Month based on these attributes which are their focus and diligence on school work, a healthy attitude toward building virtuous behaviors by making good choices and establishing solid respectful relationships with teachers, staff, peers, community, and themselves. Congratulations to the following Grade School Students of the Month for March, 2022, f...
Spring practices registration for Dayton-Waitsburg Wolfpack's upcoming high school football and volleyball seasons is now open. Registration is open to all current eighth- to eleventh-grade students and practices will begin on Tuesday, May 31. Full practice schedules will be released once programs are finalized. If a student-athlete has already registered for a sport using the online registration platform this year, it is not necessary to complete the forms again. The only action required is an...
Ten Years Ago May 2, 2012 Future Business Leaders of America head for San Antonio, Texas. Dayton high school freshman, Caitlyn Robins placed in the three competitive events during the Washington State Future Business Leaders of America state conference and will represent Washington at the national conference in FBLA Principles and Procedures in San Antonio Texas. Malia Frame was elected as State Parliamentarian and Grant Heinrich will serve as Southeast Region Vice President, as state officers, they will attend the National FBLA conference as p...
The Dayton-Waitsburg Wolfpack Junior Varsity softball team will play River View’s jayvees at 3 p.m. on May 11 in Dayton....
