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DAYTON–All things considered, the 2020 Brix & Brew Fundraiser was a success for the Chamber of Commerce. The event, which is usually held in March but was postponed due to the coronavirus, enjoyed ticket sales over 90, and the live and silent auctions, held virtually, involved some 30-35 participants out of about 120 bidders, according to Molly Weatherill-Tate, Chamber Manager. Brix & Brew gathered in around $25,000, in spite of the pandemic, Weatherill-Tate said. "That's pretty good," she s...
DAYTON–One of Our Fair City's long-time institutions has changed ownership and name-but the vital products and services remain an important part of the community. And the mother-and-daughter combination again prevails. Paige Aukerman, 19, and her mother, Laura Aukerman, are co-owners in Paige's Floral & Gifts, which succeeds Snapdragon Floral and Gifts, owned and operated by the mother-and-daughter team of Vicky Beckmeyer and Cara Watts. The Aukermans continue a community institution which, with...
For a day or so, the Touchet Valley's Green Giant was the "White Giant," after a storm Saturday, November 7, blanketed the region with a couple inches of wet, heavy snow. The Giant overlooks "The Valley of the Jolly Green Giant," from a hillside just west of Dayton, and enjoys the visitors who stop at the roadside pull-out on State Route 12. -Chronicle photo...
DAYTON–Columbia County's COVID-19 count stands at six positives as of November 2, 2020. There have been 15 individuals infected and recovered, according to the Columbia County Public Health Department. Some 928 people have been tested, with 885 returning with negative results. There are 13 cases pending. The county has had one person die with the coronavirus. Individuals experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, or if it is believed they have been exposed, call Public Health at 509-382-2181 and ask f...
Starbuck School officials accepted a financial donation from Columbia REA recently, to help defray the expenses brought on by the coronavirus pandemic. Receiving the $1,500 gift on behalf of the School District were, from left, Luann Truesdale, Administrative Assistant; Sandra Conklin, School Director; Kevin Graffis, Superintendent, who accepted the check from Doug Case, Columbia REA's manager of Marketing and Member Services. REA advised that the money can be used for any purpose the school...
“If you’re convinced that you can’t take it with you, it’s probably because you haven’t packed for a two-week vacation.” – Author Unknown...
It is interesting that the national media, which is already biased against conservatism due to influence in hyper-liberal political forces, has glossed over the Election Night improprieties and declared Joe Biden the winner. I just shake my head because it may come to pass, in spite of all the legal battles that lie ahead. There was an old practice in Chicago, that Mayor Richard J. Daly prohibited Cook County from announcing its vote totals until all the other Illinois counties had announced their totals. That’s because Daly could then come u...
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In hunting camp an outfitter reached down and stirred the fire. His client belched contentedly and said, “Might I inquire, That jerky you been chewin’ up… could I just try a bit? I fancy I’m a connoisseur with tongue and palate fit To ferret out the kind of beast, perhaps the cut of meat From whence you carved the bloody strap and held it to the heat.” The packer passed a little piece to test the boastful claim, The hunter in his down-filled vest bit in and then proclaimed, “I taste a hint of kidney fat. The tang of creosote. A wistful not...
OLYMPIA–When lawsuits are filed on behalf of agricultural workers, often, the first question should be: how will this lawsuit affect all workers and are all workers on board with those potential consequences? Thursday the Washington State Supreme Court handed down a 5-4 opinion removing the overtime pay exemption for dairy employees in Washington state and opened the door for the consideration of retroactive payment of overtime for the last three years. The results could be that dairies face h...
Due to the resignation of Walla Walla County Water Conservancy Board members Alan Kottwitz and Mike Dobbins, the Walla Walla County Board of Commissioners is seeking applicants to fill these two vacancies. One must meet the requirements below and the other is to serve as an alternate in a reserve capacity as a replacement for absent or recused commissioners. Terms on the water conservancy board are six years. In compliance with state statute RCW 90.80.050(2), for equal representation, applicants need to meet one of the following criteria to fil...
The Dayton Chronicle’s Letter to the Editor space on the opinion page provides a forum for residents of Dayton and Columbia County to express their opinions and concerns about matters of public interest. Letters may be mailed to Editor, Dayton Chronicle, 163 E. Main St., Dayton, WA 99328, or emailed to [email protected]. Please include a telephone number so editors can confirm authorship. Please limit letters to approximately 400 words or less. The Dayton Chronicle reserves the right to edit letters to meet space constraints and l...
Here's another installment of a Frontier Too Mystery Photo. This group of unidentified people was made from a photographic negative discovered in the renovation of the former Frontier Too Tavern at 211 E. Main Street in Dayton. If you recognize any of the people in this photo, please contact the Dayton Chronicle. -Submitted photo...
BREAKFAST Wednesday, Nov 11 NO SCHOOL Veteran’s Day Thursday, Nov 12: Muffin, Cheddar Omelet, Fruit, Milk Friday, Nov 13: Cereal, Cheese Stick, Fruit, Milk Monday, Nov 16: Scrambled Eggs, Biscuit, Fruit, Milk Tuesday, Nov17: Cheddar Omelet, Toast, Fruit, Milk Wednesday, Nov 18: Waffles, Sausage Patty, Fruit, Milk Thursday, Nov 19: Scrambled Eggs, English Muffin, Fruit, Milk Friday, Nov 20: Yogurt Parfait, Flavored Yogurt, Granola, Fruit, Milk LUNCH Wednesday, Nov 11: NO SCHOOL Veteran’s Day Thursday, Nov 12: Chicken Strip Sandwich, Veggie, Fru...
By Shane McGuire CEO, Columbia County Health System DAYTON–The Columbia County Health System created a new position, Chief Operating Officer (COO) and announced Stephanie Carpenter, RN, BSN has accepted the job. While we continue in our focused efforts to meet our mission and vision, we are constantly self-assessing to ensure that we are resourcing the necessary work and projects appropriately. Roughly a year ago, the hospital’s board of directors and the executive team came to the realization that we needed a Chief Operating Officer (COO). Thi...
DAYTON-The high school athletes of here, as well as their fellow Waitsburg High athletes, were recently given the news that sports programs are on a slow path to recovery. This past week, the first sport practices and conditioning known as “Summer Session” began. Due to the changes the Covid-19 dilemma has brought to Dayton School, there has been lots of uncertainty as to whether DHS sports could be able to continue this year. The season for volleyball and football was missed, but now the ath...
PENDLETON–Umatilla National Forest officials ask forest visitors to use caution, plan ahead and know the weather and forest conditions before heading out into the woods. The Forest has already received snow in higher elevations this fall, and snow storms can often bring wind, snow, and rain that can substantially impact road and trail conditions, causing hazards and obstructions in roadways. Fall weather can be unpredictable and is a busy time of year on the Umatilla National Forest. Hunting is a primary activity during this time, increasing t...
WALLA WALLA–Sometimes the holidays are not the most wonderful time of the year, especially if you are grieving. The holidays can be a very difficult time for people who have experienced the death of someone they love. Memories of good times and togetherness at the holiday season serve to remind us of their loss. Walla Walla Community Hospice (WWCH) welcomes the community to an afternoon online workshop facilitated by the Hospice Bereavement Team, consisting of staff social workers and spiritual support counselors. Participants can expect t...
WALLA WALLA–Walla Walla County health officials were notified that a local man in his 90s, who tested positive for COVID passed away. "We wish to express our deepest sympathy to his family and friends during this difficult time" said a representative from Walla Walla County Department of Community Health (DCH). As of Tuesday morning, Walla Walla County has experiences 1,540 confirmed cases with 1,193 recovered and 11 deaths. There are 336 active cases, with 323 in home isolation and 13 h...
Ten Years Ago November 10, 2010 C.W. & Friends, (Chelsea, Winston & Friends) is a new business at 139 E. Main St. The shop will offer dog grooming for all sizes as well as day care for your pampered pooch. Cindy Joy will be running the shop. The Bluewood Race Team and staff have had an active summer training at Mount Hood, Ore. and Timberline Ski Resort, Twenty-Five Years Ago November 8, 1995 The Blue Mountain Rocketeers are pleased to announce classes dealing with the basic design and construction of scratch-built model rockets. With nearly...
Leonard Eugene Reser September 30, 1941-October 25, 2020 Leonard Eugene Reser, longtime Newport, Wash., resident, passed away October 25, 2020. Leonard was born September 30, 1941, to Gene and Fern (McClelland) Reser. He was raised in eastern Washington and graduated from Ritzville High School Class of 1959. He was fascinated with science and was always reading and looking for new things to try. With a farming background, there weren't many things he couldn't fix or "MacGyver". Leonard lived a...
Jean Elizabeth Felts Jones May 12, 1927-November 3, 2020 Jean Elizabeth Felts Jones died November 3, 2020 at the age of 94 in Dayton, Wash., were she had lived since 1953. Jean was born on May 12, 1926 at her grandparents’ home in Farmington, Wash., where she spent her childhood living on the farm, playing with her sister Shirley and attending school in a one-room schoolhouse. As a young woman, she moved to Spokane where she met Paul Jones whom she later married. They moved to Honolulu, Hi., w...
