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DAYTON-Some 80 interested citizens attended when the American Association of University Women (AAUW) held a candidate forum for local candidates, including 5th District Representative, County Sheriff, County Commissioner District No. 3, and Joint Metropolitan Park District Commissioners, at the Liberty Theater last Wednesday, October 5. The forum drew a full house of attendees eager to listen to those running for a local and state governmental position. Attendees were able to submit questions...
Smoke wafts out of the stairwell while fire fighters prepare to ventilate a smoky apartment at the Knoblock Apartments on Thursday, October 6, after initial fire fighters' response knocked down a kitchen fire. Apparently, cooking oil on a stove ignited into flames which spread to some nearby items then involved cabinets around and above the stove and its vent, according the District 3 Chief Jeromy Phinney. Occupants attacked the fire with extinguishers and the fire department arrived to ensure...
DAYTON–Voters will get another opportunity to hear from and pose questions to local political candidates at a Republican Candidate Forum set for 7 p.m. tonight, October 13, at the Dayton High School Auditorium. The forum is sponsored by the Columbia County Republican Central Committee. Candidates slated to attend include Jann Manwell, write-in candidate for Columbia County Auditor; Carla Rowe, Treasurer; Representatives Joe Schmick and Mary Dye, 9th District Republicans; Sheriff candidates J...
DAYTON-The local School Board (DSB) heard information about bonds and levies; and about the Senior Life Class, at the work session on October 5. The DSB held their monthly work session on October 5 where Superintendent Rich Stewart provided information about bonds and levies followed by a brief discussion. Dayton was not awarded the $5 million state grant that McKinstry helped the district apply for. Stewart said that they need to address the building needs which will cost more than what can be...
“Zeal will do more than knowledge.” – William Hazlitt... Full story
Washington State Labor and Industries (L&I) has announced that 2023 minimum wage rate will be set at $15.74 which is a $1.25 increase over 2022. In a press release on the L&I website, the agency attributes the 8.66% increase to change in “the cost of common goods such as housing, food, and medical care as reflected in the Consumer Price Index.” According to minimum-wage.org, Washington will have the highest statewide minimum wage in the country. The highest minimum wage in the nation, inc...
A. F. Branco...
To the editor of the Dayton Chronicle I started in Law enforcement in 1981 and over the years I have worked at federal, city and county levels, both big and small departments, I have also taught both basic and advanced law enforcement classes. With that said no matter what department you go to there are always go getters and guys just marking time. My wife was the chief deputy prosecutor for Columbia County for several years before moving to another agency, so it was quite common for the guys to...
The funky old tractor on display at Marjorie Lowe's RV park at Long's Station gathered some volunteer pumpkins this year, growing from seeds deposited by last year's Halloween/Fall display. That sizeable orange gourd is doin' its best to lift that tractor, Lowe says. -Submiteed photo...
DAYTON–Tickets are now available for “The Sound of Music,” the Liberty Theater’s fall musical, a production of the Touchet Valley Arts Council. Tickets went on sale October 7 for 13 performances, under the direction of Sarah Shutters, beginning November 10 and ending December 3. Performance dates are November 10-13, 18-20, 23, 26, 27 and December 2 and 3, with five of those 3 p.m. matinees planned on November 13, 20, 26, 27 and December 3. Curtain time for evening performances will be 7 p.m. There will be two Family Nights with tickets for all...
DAYTON–The Columbia County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) is accepting candy donations through October 25, for their annual Halloween celebration on Monday, October 31 at 3:30-5:30 p.m. Each year, the CCSO, Columbia County Fire District No. 3 along with the downtown businesses and organizations open their doors to trick-or-treaters on Halloween afternoon. Last year the Sheriff’s office handed out 350 bags of goodies to the kids during their annual event. Candy donations can be dropped off at the front desk of the Sheriff’s Office located at 341 E....
WALLA WALLA–Blue Mountain Community Foundation is asking the public to nominate people and businesses to receive the first annual Blue Mountain philanthropy awards. Awards will be presented at the Blue Mountain Celebration of Giving on March 3rd at the Marcus Whitman Hotel. Nominations must be made by October 31, 2022. The goal of these awards is to honor those in our area that support local nonprofits and community needs. “Since joining the Community Foundation nearly two years ago, I’ve been blown away by the number of people and busin...
BREAKFAST Wed, Oct 12: Pancakes, Fruit, Juice, Milk Thur, Oct 13: Cereal, Fruit, Juice Milk Fri, Oct 14: Maple Bar, Scrambled Eggs, Fruit, Juice, Milk Mon, Oct 17: Breakfast Pizza, Fruit, Juice, Milk Tue, Oct 18: Omelet, Biscuit, Fruit, Juice, Milk Wed, Oct 19: Waffles, Sausage, Fruit, Juice, Milk Thur, Oct 20: Bagels, Cream Cheese, Fruit, Juice, Milk Fri, Oct 21: Cereal, Fruit, Juice, Milk LUNCH Wed, Oct 12: Hot Dogs, Baked Beans, Veggie, Fruit, Milk Thur, Oct 13: Tator Tot Casserole, Roll,...
Thur, Oct 13: Spaghetti, Green Beans, Garlic Bread, Salad, Fruit Jell-O, Milk Tue, Oct 18: BBQ Chicken, Baked Beans, Carrots, Coleslaw, Brownie, Juice, Milk Thur, Oct 20: Beef Lasagna, Mix Veggies, Garlic Bread, Caesar Salad, Watermelon, Milk Tue, Oct 25: Alice Springs Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Breen Beans, Salad, Dressing, Peaches, Milk Thur, Oct 27: Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Green Beans, Salad, Dressing, Peaches, Milk...
Taste refers to experiencing flavor. A certain taste of fried chicken can put us back at the dinner table when we were eight years old. The Lord appeals to our sense of taste in our having a relationship with Him. The Bible says, "O taste and see that the Lord is good! Blessed is the man that trusts in Him" Ps. 34:8. His Word is described as "sweeter than honey" Ps. 119:103. Everyone tastes of God's loving kindness even if we don't recognize it. We are all recipients of daily blessings. We all...
LA GRANDE–The Blues Intergovernmental Council (BIC) will host a series of public engagement sessions this fall. The public is invited to attend and learn about the BIC’s purpose, hear updates on the BIC’s work products, hear updates on the Blue Mountains Forest Plan Revision process, and ask questions or share concerns. The BIC was formed in 2019 and consists of government leaders from counties, states, federal and Tribal entities surrounding the Blue Mountains. The diverse membership of the BIC ensures numerous perspectives and inter...
DAYTON–Difficult issues related to salmon and the Snake River dams, power generation and the environment are best approached from a free-market point of view, which is paramount in crafting the best solutions, keynote speaker Todd Myers said at the Columbia County Republicans' Lincoln Day Dinner here October 8. Myers, Environmental Director for the Washington Policy Center, spoke to some 130 guests at the local Republican Committee's fund-raising event at the Fairgrounds Pavilion. Myers' journey...
Ten Years Ago October 10, 2012 Kevin Carson, author of the just-released book “The Long Journey of the Nez Perce,” was at the Wenaha Gallery to discuss his work and to autograph copies of his book. Kevin will take a break from signing books to give a presentation about his research on Chief Joseph and the Nez Perce people’s heroic march “from Cottonwood to Bear Paw.” Twenty-Five Years Ago October 8, 1997 Rev. Mary Sue Evers, a Dayton native who is currently pastor of the Hubbard United Church of Christ and Aurora Presbyterian Church in Aurora...
Olympia – The State Fire Marshal’s Office is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association to promote this year’s Fire Prevention Week (FPW) campaign, “Fire Won’t Wait. Plan Your Escape.” This year also marks the 100th anniversary of FPW. This year’s campaign, running October 9-15, 2022, works to educate everyone about simple but important actions they can take to keep themselves and those around them safe. It is important to know what to do if fire breaks out in your home. In most circumstances, you may only have a few minutes t...
MABTON–After battling to a draw in the first 12 minutes, the Dayton-Waitsburg Wolfpack took off, ripping up 30 second-quarter points and cruising to a 58-0 EWAC conference win over the still winless Mabton Vikings. The DW win makes the overall record 5-1, with a 1-1 EWAC East record. The Wolfpack faces 2-0 Columbia-Burbank this Friday in Waitsburg, kick off at 7 p.m. Columbia and River View both share 2-0 records with DW and TriCities Prep sharing 1-1 records. Warden and Mabton are 0-2. The W...
COLLEGE PLACE–A let-down followed a competitive first set, then the Lady Knights of Walla Walla Valley Academy went on to defeat the Lady Wolfpack Volleyball squad here Tuesday night, October 11, in three sets, 23-25, 6-25, 15-25. Dayton-Waitsburg is now 3-7 on the season, 0-4 in 2B EWAC East Volleyball standings, behind TriCities Prep at 5-0, River View at 4-1, Warden 2-2, WWVA 1-2 and DW tied for fifth place with Columbia. The Wolfpack hosts TriCities Prep on its Dayton court Thursday, O...
CAMAS-The largest employer groups in Washington and Oregon toay announced the launch of a multi-state coalition in support of hydropower as a low-cost, reliable and renewable energy source this week. The Association of Washington Business (AWB), Washington's oldest and largest business association, and Oregon Business & Industry (OBI), the largest business advocacy group in Oregon, are joining together to highlight the critical role that hydropower continues to play for families and employers...
