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Congressman Dan Newhouse visited Coulee Medical Center last week as part of a tour through the north part of the 4th District to hear from leadership about the hospital's successes, challenges, and their hope to have their tiny home project included in the federal budget. The hospital district, which includes parts of four counties, brings in only about $200,000 annually from property taxes–not even enough to cover the salary and benefits for one doctor–since a large portion of the land is gov...
A letter from the city’s attorney to the Bureau of Reclamation official, which the city council ratified last week, confirms that the city of Grand Coulee and the federal agency “have mutually agreed to ‘pause’ or significantly reduce service under the Contract due to the lack of City personnel to fulfill the Contract service requirements.” Along with the city’s current police staffing shortage, the Oct. 2 letter from City Attorney Julie K. Norton to Sandra Snediker at Reclamation’s Pacific Northwest Regional Office in Boise, Idaho, unders...
Village Cinema may not be licensed to screen copyrighted films yet, but owner Larry Hernandez isn’t letting that stop him from bringing movies to the Coulee Dam theater. This weekend he’ll screen two films that are in the public domain, meaning, the copyright has expired and therefore no licenses are required to show public screenings. Saturday night, those looking to celebrate spooky season can come watch Night of the Living Dead, George A. Romero’s classic 1968 horror film often credited with popularizing the modern image of flesh...
Electric City resident Eric Bronson takes the top of the winners' podium after fighting for first place gold at the Revolution 53 Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Tournament, which drew over 3,000 competitors Oct.12-13 in Puyallup. Bronson owns Grand Coulee BJJ, where he instructs Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai to students as young as 4 years, as well as offering classes for adults. Both forms of martial art emphasize different styles of combat and self-defense. Bronson says interested people can learn...
Residents of Grand Coulee should start preparing for a nearly $30 fee increase per month on sewer bills once the upcoming $12 million sewage treatment plant upgrades are complete and the loan comes due, city leaders discussed at the council meeting last week. There were signs and unhappy expressions all around the council table as members deliberated on two possible loans to fund the upgrade. A 20-year loan would have meant an increase of $36.59 per month. The 30-year loan increase comes to $28.89. “I don’t like either one,” said Counc...
The elections always generate a lot of enthusiasm and competition. Overall, that’s a good thing — a sign of a healthy Democracy. But when things get too heated, it become corrosive. People who oppose Donald Trump aren’t “haters.” They disagree with his positions. Kamala Harris isn’t “retarded” (an antiquated and cruel word for people with intellectual disabilities). She is an accomplished, intelligent woman. Democrats are not “Marxists,” “Socialists,” or “Communists.” That’s a ridiculous assertion on its face, at least to those of us who know...
When I was a kid, I was taught lying was very bad. Up until the last few years I wasn’t aware of hardly any outright lies. Then in 2015 Donald Trump lied to the whole world that he didn’t know anything about Russia. He had never been there. Since then, the lies are unending. People don’t care anymore. Don Andrews...
At 94, I am still not old enough to answer what I think I owe my present age to. I suppose I could say that I drank sparingly and quit smoking when I was 20 years old, or more accurately when I met my wife. I was born on a farm and lived there until I was 6. My parents often told me that we moved to town so I could start school. That was in 1936, in Palouse. I never was comfortable on the farm. My siblings and I always were wondering what was going on in town. We lived four miles out. So we moved to town, and I started what some might call my...
Throughout my time in Congress, I have been fortunate to be part of numerous committees and caucuses that allow me to directly impact the constituents of Central Washington. One of these caucuses, the Western Caucus, has allowed me to advocate for issues that all of rural America struggles with, and as Chairman, I have been able to ensure the priorities of Central Washington are not forgotten. The Western Caucus is a bipartisan caucus with over a hundred members from across the United States, which advocates for rural policy issues throughout...
When President Biden warned FEMA does not have enough money to finish the hurricane season let alone the entire year, it was surprising. Suddenly, we discovered federal disaster relief money may be insufficient for future hurricanes, wildfires, and earthquakes relief. The frequency of major hurricanes and massive wildfires is draining federal accounts, and replacement funds only add to our soaring national debt. That debt is weighing on our ability to operate our national government. For those of us in the Pacific Northwest, which stretches...
October 23, 1941, the Senate passed a supplemental Lend-Lease bill of $5.98 billion. This action brought the United States closer to direct involvement in World War II. The Lend-Lease Act was approved by Congress in March. It gave President Roosevelt nearly unlimited authority to direct war materials and food to the war effort in Europe without violating the U.S. position of neutrality. The aid assisted in the defense of nations whose security was deemed vital to the security of the United States. Of course, on December 7, 1941, the United...
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Gary Allen Lesser, 82, of Keller, Washington. Gary was born on January 17, 1942, in Spokane, Washington. He graduated in 1960 from Springdale High School. He worked at Keller School as a bus driver for over 20 years. Gary was an avid hunter,a hardworker and loved working with his hands and building stuff. He liked browsing ebay for parts for his projects and was always looking to buy and sell. He enjoyed listening to country music, and...
You can explore the stars, planets, and the Milky Way Galaxy, all from Spring Canyon next week, when park rangers will offer a "constellation tour" followed by telescope viewing, the NPS announced recently. Pending good weather conditions on Oct. 25, plan to meet at the Upper Boat Launch Parking Lot at Spring Canyon, five minutes outside of Grand Coulee. The program will begin at 7:30 p.m. to allow for maximum darkness. Keep in mind, it will be late at night, so use caution getting to and from...
Okanogan County School Retirees’ Association Meets Okanogan County School Retirees’ Association (OCSRA) will meet at 11 AM, Tuesday, October 29 at the Community Presbyterian Church of Omak, 9 S. Birch St, Omak. Fall Grant winners will be selected. Information: Carol Payne: 509.322.5788 Area AA Meetings In Electric City, the New Hope group holds its meetings Monday through Friday evenings at 6pm at the Vets Center. There is also a noon meeting every Wednesday. These meetings are open and non-smoking. For more information, contact Paul 631...
Masquers Theater is excited to announce auditions for our holiday show, “A Good Old-Fashioned Big Family Christmas.” We invite aspiring actors and actresses, ages 11 through adult, to audition for all roles available. Auditions will be held on October 26 at 10:00 am, and October 28 & 29 at 6:30 pm at Masquers Theater. This holiday comedy by Pat Cook follows the misadventures of a family unwillingly coming together for a Christmas party. Christmas isn’t complete without a little family drama! Join Judith and Hayden Stewart as they prepare to ho...
Shaylin Smith of Nespelem, Washington, is proud to announce the birth of her daughter Dazzlin Lakes Rodriquez on October 9, 2024, at Coulee Medical Center in Grand Coulee, Washington. She weighed 6 lbs., 7 oz., and was 18 inches in length at birth.. Sibling includes Sha’kotah Smith Drélazae. Maternal grandmother is Connie Watt. Paternal grandfather is Phillip Rodriquez.... Full story
Zyelycia Patrick and Nickolas Griffin of Grand Coulee, Washington, are proud to announce the birth of their son Matthew James Griffin on October 9, 2024, at Coulee Medical Center In Grand Coulee. He weighed 7 lbs., 5.6 oz., and was 19 inches in length at birth. Maternal grandparents are Melissa and Jared Robison of Grand Coulee. Paternal grandparents are Tina Ashby, David Huckins and Shawn Griffin.... Full story
Coulee Dam Police 10/13 - Police spoke to an Electric City man who showed footage of a dirt bike being driven recklessly in the alley behind his Williams Avenue home. Police then went to a Kelso Avenue residence, knowing that’s where the bike was from. People there said the person who was riding it was not there and had already been told he wasn’t to drive it. Police warned them about the dangers of driving the dirt bike on public roads. 10/14 - Police used lights and sirens to respond from Coulee Dam to Electric City where an alarm had been ac...
Lake Roosevelt High School cheerleaders and football players join the Eagles' Tina Taylor, right, and Patty Oliver, to the left of her, at the Eagles Aerie Oct. 5, when they all helped raise $2,306 for the family who lost their home in a fire in Electric City Sept 20. Oliver, the chef at PK's Culinary before she closed it, is now teaching at Lake Roosevelt and made the spaghetti for the feed. Pictured clockwise from upper left: LR Raider cheerleaders Alexandra Weiss and Roselyn Espersen; Raider...
Cross Country Caden Portch took first place among 85 runners from eight schools at the Oroville Invite at Lake Osoyoos State Park Oct. 16. Portch stepped across the 5,000-meter event finish line in 17 minutes, 31 seconds — two seconds ahead of Brewster’s Gerardo Rodriguez, who had to PR for his 17:33 time. Ten other Raider boys also ran the race, with Dillan Yazzie coming closest to Portch’s time in 19:34. Freshman Chantelle Pakootas led the LR girls to place 14th in 26:55. Raiders at Oroville Boys Place Name Time 1 Caden Portch 17:31 18 Dilla...
Notice of Election Okanogan County, State of Washington General Election Tuesday, November 5, 2024 A General election will be held in the below mentioned districts for the purpose of submitting to the voters for their approval or rejection the following. President/Vice President of the United States, U.S. Senate, Congressional District 4 U.S. Representative, Governor, Lt. Governor, Secretary of State, State Treasurer, State Auditor, Attorney General, Commissioner of Public Lands, Superintendent of Public Instruction, Legislative District 7,... Full story