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Coulee Dam Federal Credit Union is seeking approval of regulators to merge with Spokane-based STCU, a joining that would rebrand the local institution but retain jobs and offer more services, both credit unions say. The move, approved by both institutions' boards of directors in December, will require the approval of state and federal regulators - and a majority of CDFCU's members. It's a change following dominant industry patterns, as smaller banks and credit unions find it increasingly challen...
A man driving a Grant Transit Authority bus out of Moses Lake was pursued by police on Wednesday morning, with the chase ending in Electric City at the intersection of Hillcrest Avenue and SR-155 where the driver hit a stop sign and came to a stop. The bus had been reported stolen at about 7 a.m., and Moses Lake Police and other agencies were watching for it when a Grant County Sheriff's deputy spotted it about 30 minutes later. The driver, 62-year-old Richard D. Manley of Grand Coulee, was on...
Tentative dates for spring and winter sports seasons have been set by athletic directors of the North Central Region, which includes Lake Roosevelt High School. The high school athletic season starts with sports traditionally played in the fall, for which a schedule was already set. For fall sports, football practice starts Feb. 16, while cross country, soccer, volleyball and cheer practices start Feb. 22. All of those sports run through April 3. A tentative schedule presented in Athletic Director Tim Rasmussen’s report to the Grand Coulee D...
With case counts rising and hospitalizations of patients with COVID-19 shooting up, the North Central Region of Washington remains in Phase One of the two-phase Healthy Washington — Roadmap to Recovery plan for handling the COVID-19 pandemic, while the Puget Sound and West regions both moved to Phase Two. Grant, Okanogan, Douglas, and Chelan counties are grouped into the North Central Region, which currently only meets one of the four requirements to move to Phase Two, which has less stringent restrictions on individuals, businesses, and s...
An addition to the local airport that would make it safer and more usable is on the horizon and may land if a major grant comes through to pay for it. A new Automated Weather Observing System (AWOS) at the Grand Coulee Dam Airport would offer various aviation advantages, specifically by increasing safety and ease of landing. The estimated $274,000 AWOS project should be paid for in part with a 90% Federal Aviation Administration grant, and a 5% Washington Department of Transportation Aviation...
Electric City's tourism fund appears to have benefitted during the COVID-19 pandemic, while Grand Coulee has brought in more sales tax this year, reflecting different areas of strength in each city's economy. The Star looked at data provided by city clerks, which show that Electric City's revenue from lodging tax, collected on motel and campground stays, went up in 2020. That revenue category went down in Grand Coulee and Coulee Dam last year, which may reflect the fact that Electric City has...
There are six positions in local fire districts up for election in November, according to current county records. Those interested must file their intention to run for office between May 17 and May 21 with their county election authority in the county auditor’s office. The positions are for: Grant County Fire District #14 — a two-year term for Position #1 (no incumbent listed); Okanogan County Fire District #2 — six-year terms for Position #1 (Lloyd Olbricht incumbent), Position #2 (Shelly Black incumbent), and Position #3 (no incumbent liste...
The Star is truly a community newspaper that provides information and publishes varied opinions for its readers. I often agree with those opinions that appear on its Opinion Page, sometimes disagree but seldom have no interest in the opinions expressed. I rarely respond to those opinions with which I disagree. However, a reader’s perception of what is being stated can often become that reader’s truth if the opinions are stated without the factual background from which readers can decide for themselves if they agree or not with the writer. I h...
With the handoff of power from one president to another, we enter this new phase of our national life in deep distress. We are polarized, struggling to communicate reasonably with one another, and seemingly unable to find common ground on basic issues. Yet the path forward is neither new nor, really, difficult. We all know what needs to happen. We just need to do it. To heal as a nation, we need to return to our traditional ways of doing business. We need to rediscover our skills at negotiation and compromise. We must rekindle our...
January 3 found me calling 911. This is about the responders... Such a fabulous team effort...at a time of need. I was in dire straits and they had an obstacle course with the gurney. I am sure they had a huge part in saving my life that day. EMTs here are not heralded enough; they were as professional as Lifeline, who transported me to Spokane. Hats off to you guys, and a “heartfelt” Thank you. Connie Williamson...
Dropping in for a three-day trip to Siem Reap, and a visit to Angkor Wat, a temple complex nearby, was a change of plans, and a welcome one at that. Rediscovered by a French archeologist in the mid 1800s. Siem Reap was Cambodia’s ancient capital, now with a population of 249,000. The temple itself was built in the 12th century and is a little over 399 miles north of Phnom Penh, the current capital. Early the morning after my arrival, I hired a pedal cab for the three-mile hike to Angkor. Like the French explorer Henri Mouhot, who must have b...
Central Washington is one of the most agriculturally rich and diverse regions in the United States. Since coming to Congress, I have had the honor of representing our agricultural producers, advocating for strong trade agreements and market protection measures, and securing the tools and resources our state needs to remain at the cutting edge of agriculture innovation. I was recently appointed to serve on the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, and Food and Drug Administration — a priority of mine since I was n...
Theodore (Ted) Edward Wolf, passed away suddenly at his home in Yakima, Washington, with his wife by his side on December 21, 2020. Ted was born on January 11, 1940, to Morris and Lela Wolf in Los Angeles, California. After high school, Ted joined the Navy and did two tours 1957-1963. He met his first wife, Wanda, in 1957, and married her in 1962. Ted and Wanda had three children and they were his pride and joy. Ted also loved weight lifting, boxing, working out and riding his motorcycle. Ted le...
NCW Libraries is seeking applicants for a new Teen Library Council that will help develop programs and resources for teens across North Central Washington. Youth in grades 8-12 who live in Chelan, Douglas, Okanogan, Grant and Ferry counties are eligible to apply for the volunteer advisory board. Applications must be submitted by Feb. 28. The council will meet once a month via Zoom during the school year. Members will be expected to participate in meetings, brainstorm and share ideas on how the library can better serve teens, help promote the li...
North Central, WA - GWATA and the Apple STEM Network launched the 2021 Virtual STEM Showcase, sponsored by Microsoft and Verizon Media on Monday, February 1st. The Virtual STEM Showcase is a six week event where students can submit STEM projects in six different categories and have them showcased online. The event is free and open to all grades K-12. STEM projects give students an opportunity to practice skills that will ultimately be valuable in their future careers. To help students make that connection the North Central Education Service...
CALL FOR BIDS town of elmer city MULTI-USE PATH PROJECT PHASE 2 Sealed Proposals will be received by the undersigned at the Town of Elmer City, 505 Seaton Avenue, Elmer City, Washington 99124 up to 10:00 a.m.; Pacific time on Wednesday, February 24, 2021, for furnishing the necessary labor, materials, equipment, and tools, thereof to construct the Multi-Use Path Project Phase 2. This Contract provides for the construction of approximately 1,400 LF of multi-use pathway along Elmer City Access Road, from the Phase 1 improvements to Front Street...
Grand Coulee Police 1/25 - Police checked on a woman on Second Street about whom friends were concerned. While checking a second day, police talked to the woman, who said she had been sick but was fine. 1/26 - Police spoke with a tribal officer who said he had helped push a car off the roadway near North Dam. The car had run out of gas. The driver said she needed to get gas money in Delano and would move the vehicle as soon as possible. 1/28 - A man on Boulder Avenue reported that two local numbers tried calling him to gain personal...
Washington high school students wrestling with remote learning programs cobbled together as COVID-19 gripped the state in 2020 and now struggling to meet graduation requirements may well get some help from lawmakers. The state House of Representatives on Jan. 27 passed a proposal that would allow school districts to waive requirements for students they feel deserve to graduate. The bill, HB 1121, won wide bipartisan support in the House and is on a fast track to the Senate. It includes an emergency provision, meaning it would take effect...
SPOKANE, WA (01/27/2021)-- Spokane Community College lists 2,277 students on its honor roll for the 2020 fall quarter, which ended in December. The honor roll lists those students who achieved a grade point average of 3.0 or above in fall quarter. Students from the area include: Christine Giuliani of Almira, Amanda Starzman and Breauna Vincent both of Wilbur and Cameron Tillman of Nespelem. Community Colleges of Spokane is a dynamic, 12,300-square-mile state community college district that includes Spokane Community College, Spokane Falls...
New Cancer Support Group Cancer patients, caregivers, and survivors have been gathering semiweekly to talk, in a safe environment with honesty about the physical, emotional and spiritual impact of cancer. The group meets the first and third Thursdays of the month at 6 p.m. in the multipurpose area of the Nazarene Church. Face masks and social distancing are maintained. New AA Group in the Area A new Alcoholics Anonymous group is meeting each Saturday at noon at the Grand Coulee Community Church, 405 Center St. Meetings are open. More...
