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DAYTON–Several break-ins of mountain cabins in the past month or so have had the attention of Columbia County Sheriff Joe Helm and CCSO deputies, who arrested two individuals inside a private cabin on North Touchet Road Monday, September 21. Arrested Monday were Thomas J. Hoover, Jr., 37, of 34 Gap Way, Wallula, Wash., and Erin L. Keller, 37, 1527 N. 19th Ave., Pasco, allegedly inside the Turner Family cabin located about 13 miles from Dayton. In Columbia County Superior Court during a Probable Cause and Bond hearing Tuesday, September 22, T...
DAYTON-As part of an overall strategy plan to both meet social distancing requirements during the covid-19 pandemic and to improve overall traffic flow around the lodge area for years to come, two new structures are being built at Bluewood Ski Resort. The largest of the two is a 1,956-square-foot Sprung building, which is being constructed at the upper corner of the parking lot and to the left of the lodge. Engineered to withstand extreme weather and shed heavy snow loads, "The Hub" will house b...
DAYTON–Walla Walla State Farm Agent Mike Stensrude took over operation of this city's State Farm Agency on August 1, and has been over-the-top busy ever since. Stensrude was appointed interim agent following the July 31 retirement of long-time agent Bette Lou Crothers. In addition to his Walla Walla agency, the former Lewiston, Id,. resident accepted the challenge of managing the Dayton location until a successor to Crothers is named. The new agent is scheduled to take over in Dayton on March 1...
Some civic-minded members of the Dayton Lions Club weren't idle last summer, coronavirus or no. The Lions got together to scrape and repaint the bleachers and dugouts at the Dayton High School Athletic Fields as a mid-summer project. After working on the school fields, the club headed to the dugouts near Booker Annex. From left: Glen Mendel, Jim Neace, Terry Hoon, Dave Elkins and John Bailey. -Submitted photo...
DAYTON–People of faith hear this Call; our Nation is in trouble and we need God’s help. Let’s pray that God will turn our entire Nation back to Him. “Thus, the Lord was moved by Prayer for the Land.” 2 Samuel 24:25. This Prayer focus is dedicated to Prayer only and focused solely on asking God to heal and protect all people, our community, and our Nation. We give thanks for His daily guidance and the many blessings His so freely gives. It is not a protest or political event and ask participants abstain from bring any signs of any type or suppor...
“Comedy is unusual people in real situations; farce is real people in unusual situations.” – Chuck Jones...
After viewing “social dilemma,” a Netflix documentary, I was enlightened to what is taking place in the social-media platforms and how they are influencing–even manipulating–our very ideas and courses of action. A few early Silicon Valley developers have come forward to lay out the ideas behind Facebook, Twitter, Snap Chat, You Tube and other social-media platforms, saying they were initially developed to connect family and friends, far and near, quicker and easier. But the initially beneficial and well-meaning purposes of apps like Faceboo...
A. F. Branco...
Mr. Moses remarked the other day he’d received a catalog in the mail from a western clothing outfit. He wasn’t sure who the outfit catered to, but the name ‘Long Island’ seemed to stick in his mind. The photo on the front had burned an image into his brain. A male model stood in cowboy posture, a Clint Eastwood steely-eyed glare glinting from beneath the brim of his Zorro hat. It appeared that moths had eaten the collar off his shirt. He wore a duster that was sort of a cross between Jim Bridger...
Since the explosion in wildfire activity a few weeks ago, there has been a rush to use them to promote a climate agenda, including calling them “climate fires.” ABC News even went so far as to downplay the role of forest health, saying the claim that it played a primary role in fires of recent years as “contrary to evidence.” In reality, there is little disagreement about the serious threat posed by unhealthy and fire-prone forests. The Washington State Department of Natural Resources puts it...
To the editor. I’ve known Mike Mitchell a long time. He was a trustworthy, straight talking friend to all as a teenager and hasn’t changed – he has become more so. His compassion runs deep and he understands how important it is for everyone to be heard. That is how Mike approaches every facet of the law and he has practiced them all! From prosecuting cases in criminal court, traffic court and the State Appellate and Supreme Courts to defending criminals and engaging the breadth of civil law and arbitration, Mike is committed to fairness for e...
To the editor, I am writing in support of Mike Mitchell for Superior Court Judge. I first got to know Mike as my Little League Baseball coach 25 years ago and have had a personal relationship with him ever since. Mike has the experience, both in time and depth, and temperament to be well prepared, fair and openminded as he makes decisions. I know Mike to be firm and consistent while at the same time being a courteous and understanding of the human elements of the issues. I believe Mike is the most qualified for the position of Superior Court...
By Karleen C. Benavides, RN BSPH Every year, getting your flu vaccine is an important part of protecting yourself and others. But the 2020-21 flu season presents an unusual set of circumstances that make influenza prevention even more important. Getting sick with the flu will lower your immune system and can make you more susceptible to other infections, including COVID-19. Influenza and COVID-19 are infectious respiratory diseases that present their own potentially serious consequences. The one-two punch of getting sick with both of these...
Breakfast Wed, Sept 23: Scrambled Eggs, Waffles, Fruit, Juice, Milk Thur, Sept 24: Cheddar Omelet, Toast, Jelly, Fruit, Juice, Milk Fri, Sept 25: Cereal, Fruit, Juice, Milk Mon, Sept 28: Pancakes, Sausage Link, Fruit, Juice, Milk Tue, Sept 29: Muffin, Fruit, Juice, Milk Wed, Sept 30: Cheddar Omelet, Toast, Fruit, Juice, Milk Lunch Wed, Sept 23: Hot Ham & Cheese, Chips Veggie, Fruit, Milk Thur, Sept 24: Sub Sandwich, Veggie, Fruit, Cookie, Milk Fri, Sept 25: Chicken Nuggets, Fries, Veggie, Fruit, Milk Mon, Sept 28: Hot Dogs, Chips, Veggie,...
DAYTON–The annual Columbia County Fair was unable to take place as it would under normal circumstances amid Covid-19 restrictions, but did still provide a venue for some to participate in a different way. Although events such as the Demolition Derby, rodeo, small magic shows and other activities did not take place this year, our community was fortunate enough to have a livestock show and sale, despite the Covid-19 restrictions. Many youths in the community raised livestock such as pigs, g...
DAYTON–Two power pole fires last weekend darkened residences and businesses here, causing a pair of power outages. Pacific Power customers in Dayton, Pomeroy and Waitsburg were affected, said Bill Clemens, Regional Business Manager for the utility. The first outage occurred at 9:02 a.m. and affected 902 customers, Clemens said. Power was restored at 1:15 p.m. A second outage tripped at 1:22 p.m., also due to a pole fire. Some 1,895 customers were affected in Dayton, along with 1,190 in Pomeroy and 1,093 in Waitsburg, Clemens said. Power to a...
DAYTON–The public is invited to join Kiwanis Club of Dayton members and guests and hear Columbia County Treasurer Carla Rowe present a program at noon, Thursday, September 24, 2020, via ZOOM meeting. Members and visitors may join the virtual meeting as early as 11:30 a.m. A link is also posted on the Kiwanis Club’s Facebook page. To join, go to https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5598153650 or from any Zoom application, join meeting 559 815 3650. No pass code is required....
DAYTON–Kip Dieringer, age 71 years, died at the Dayton General Hospital September 15, 2020. He is in the care of Hubbard-Rogg Funeral Home....
DAYTON–Joella Jensen, age 93 years, died at the Booker Rest Home September 16, 2020. She is in the care of Hubbard-Rogg Funeral Home....
Ten Years Ago September 22, 2010 More than 40 years ago when Fort Walla Walla was getting underway at its current location in Fort Walla Walla Park, area rancher Carl Penner thought the budding museum should have life-size fiber-glass mules to display its chandoney hitch and wooden Harris combine. Today, these items fill the Museum's Exhibit Hall 3, surrounded by a 1920s wheat harvest scene painted by acclaimed muralist Carol Poppenga. Twenty-Five Years Ago September 24, 1995 Melinda Lambert...
Garett Groom Turner and Randi Diane Bafus were married on July 4, 2020 at the Bafus Ranch in Rosalia, Wash. The ceremony took place at the "Old Rodeo Grounds" overlooking Bonnie Lake where the couple were engaged–a place which holds special significance to both of them. Garett is the son of Jeffrey and Shannon Groom Turner of Dayton, Wash. He is a 2012 graduate from Dayton High School and attended WWCC. He currently owns and operates Out West Roofing. Randi is the daughter of Randy and Karen B...
Columbia County Fair Horse Show Award Winners...
