News, views and advertising of the Grand Coulee Dam Area
News, views and advertising of the Grand Coulee Dam Area
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Several positions and some programs will be cut back as officials of the Grand Coulee Dam School District try to erase a potential $745,000 budget deficit they are facing for the 2017-18 school year. Superintendent Paul Turner shared his concerns over the potential deficit with members of the school board Monday night. Cuts include one assistant principal, the high school registrar position, one librarian, an alternative school teacher and a paraprofessional from that program, a change in the way the athletic director position was handled,... Full story
Pay increase OK’d Grand Coulee’s council approved a 2-percent wage increase for all employees at its last council meeting. The increase is for both administration and staff. CMC considering assisted living Coulee Medical Center is about to hire a consultant that has helped build assisted-living facilities to look into the feasibility of such a venture locally. CEO Jonathan Owens told the hospital board Monday night that other individuals were also considering the idea locally, and he would ask the consultant to explore a possible col... Full story
The Colville Confederated Tribes held their eighth annual Earth Day celebration on Friday at the Nespelem Pow Wow grounds. Those attending learned about the environment and what we can do to help it. Many people of all ages attended on the sunny day and enjoyed the roughly 40 booths, free stuff, large amount of raffle prizes, free hot dogs, dancing, drumming, and more. There were many interactive and educational booths at the event which taught people about recycling, fire safety, clean energy,... Full story
There were plenty of highlights and firsts in the Grand Coulee Dam Area Chamber of Commerce Triple Fish Challenge last weekend. The fishing tournament attracted a record number of boats and participants to the fifth annual two-day event held on Banks Lake, starting and ending at Coulee Playland. Chamber Executive Director Peggy Nevsimal said 18 boats with 46 participants entered the Triple Fish event, with a record number of young anglers (14). Topping off the big fish that "didn't" get away... Full story
A high-speed chase Saturday ended on Peter Dan Road when two vehicles, a police car and the pursued truck, both crashed into the landslide that spans the road. The two suspects then took off on foot, one of whom was later jailed. The chase started around 7:25 a.m. when officer Dan Holland of Grand Coulee Police responded to a report of a disturbance with a knife at the Hill Street Apartments. While en route, the officer heard that the subjects had left in a silver truck. Seeing the truck, the... Full story
Things are getting serious about allowing ATV travel in city streets in Grand Coulee. And a new twist was added at Grand Coulee’s council meeting a week ago. An idea surfaced to allow all-terrain vehicles to travel between Grand Coulee and Electric City. Part of the idea would be to slow traffic from 45 mph down to 35 mph, the speed that ATVs can travel. It all started several weeks ago when Grand Coulee resident Bill Moore attended the council meeting and brought up the idea of ATV travel in the city. Moore and several others appeared at t... Full story
The idea of creating a “Transportation Benefit District” in Grand Coulee is still alive, but not certain. Cities form TBDs usually add a license plate tab charge to those within their jurisdiction to develop special monies for roads. Electric City and Elmer City both have TBDs, and Coulee Dam’s council has discussed it but has not moved forward with the formation. Grand Coulee’s council is discussing forming such a district, but is lukewarm on the license tab fee. If previous discussions are a clue, Grand Coulee is more interested in the sal... Full story
Neoma Joyce Iannetta, 74, passed away Tuesday morning, April 18, 2017 in Grand Coulee, Washington. Neoma was born Sunday, December 27, 1942, in Eugene, Oregon. At Neoma’s request, cremation has taken place with no services scheduled. A complete obituary will be in next week’s Star. Please sign Neoma’s online guest book at www.stratefuneralhome.com. Strate Funeral Home of Grand Coulee, Washington, is honored to be serving her family.... Full story
Elten Henry Klein, 92, of Almira, Washington, passed away Thursday, December 8, 2016. A Celebration of his life will be held Saturday, April 29, 2017, at the Almira Community Center from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The family asks you to bring memories or pictures to share during the barbeque. Please express your thoughts and memories online at www.nicolesfuneralhome.com.... Full story
Patricia 'Patsy' Mae Pace (Dickerson), 79, softly departed on Monday, April 17, 2017, at her Helena, Montana home in the comfort of her son Gregory. Caring for her the weeks up to her passing was her daughter-in-law, Kathleen, and granddaughters: Miranda and Rachel. When Miranda was little she started calling her grandmother Mocha. We have no idea where the nickname came from, but she was always Mocha to her Montana family. Patsy was born July 15, 1937, in Polson, Montana, to Dorothy and Frank... Full story
The Missoula Children's Theatre, along with 50 local actors and actresses, will be performing in a production of Treasure Island. Performances will be held at 2 and 6 p.m. this Saturday, at the Village Cinema in Coulee Dam. This project is made possible by the GCD PTA. Pre-sale tickets are available now through Friday from 3 – 6:16 p.m., at the Village Cinema. Pick your seat for $15 adults, $12 senior citizens (55+) and students. Tickets will be available at the door the day of the show for $... Full story
Children of the Grand Coulee Seventh-day Adventist Church invite the public to their special program, “Go Light Your World.” It will be held Saturday, April 29, from 11 a.m. to noon at 103 Continental Heights, Grand Coulee. Lunch will be provided and a free gift bag to all children visitors. For more information, contact Dr. Brenda Mouzom 423-883-4740 or Jimmy Padgett 509-631-1072.... Full story
Wed., Apr. 26 - Dinner Cheeseburger, Nick’s Homemade Fries, Pea Salad, Applesauce, Rice Krispy Treat Thurs., Apr. 27 - Dinner Cheddar-topped Meatloaf, Potatoes & Gravy, Cheesy Cauliflower, Mixed Fruit, Cook's Choice Fri., April 28 - Breakfast Sausage Links, Eggs, Hashbrowns, Toast, Fruit Bowl, Orange Juice Mon.,May 1 - Breakfast Sausage Patties, Eggs, Pancakes, Fruit Bowl, Orange Juice... Full story
Chamber This Week The Grand Coulee Dam Area Chamber of Commerce will meet at noon, this Thursday, April 27, at Siam Palace, Grand Coulee. Guest speaker will be Lisa Conti, from the Wenatchee Costco, to talk about membership (both Executive and GoldStar) and information on Costco business services. Coulee Creators Meet Coulee Creators meet every Tuesday 1-4 p.m. at 412 Federal Ave., Grand Coulee. Contact Barb Kelton 509-631-1098, for details. Enter east end of building, push in door knob to release door latch. Caregivers Support Group A... Full story
NOTICE OF STATE’S INTENT TO NEGOTIATE LEASES Department of Natural Resources will begin negotiation of expiring leases with existing lessees on the following parcels. All leases are subject to third party bids by interested parties. Lease terms and bidding information is available by calling the Southeast Region at 1-800-527-3305 or by visiting the Region Office at 713 Bowers Road, Ellensburg, Washington 98926. These leases expire September 30, 2017. Agriculture Lease All/Part Sec Twp Rge 12-076636 Part 13 29N 28E Part 14 29N 28E Part 24 29N 28... Full story
The Lady Raiders defeated the Pateros Nannies, then tore up the Tonasket Lady Tigers in both games of a softball doubleheader last week. In Pateros April 19, the Lady Raiders won 8-5 against the Nannies. "It was a very tough game for us," said Head Coach Alissa Mansker. "We are not used to a grass infield, which caused a lot of crazy bounces." Then in Tonasket on Saturday, the Lady Raiders defeated the Lady Tigers 10-1, then 20-10. "We did great at bat and were able to execute great base... Full story
Grand Coulee native Shane Proctor won the 15/15 Bucking Battle in Tacoma over the weekend at the Built Ford Tough Tacoma Invitational, earning 93.5 points riding the bull named Pearl Harbor. The event had the top 15 bull riders in the world riding the top 15 bulls. Proctor took the first place spot, beating out Matt Triplett who had 87.75 points, and ending Pearl Harbor’s 14-buckoff streak. Proctor brought in 150 points toward his world standings from the ride, as well as $7,500. In other Proctor news, the park in Grand Coulee on Highway 174 h... Full story
The Lake Roosevelt High School track team competed in two events this past week: the Northeast 1B/2B League Meet in Springdale, and the 18th Annual Clifton Larson Allen Invitational. “The Springdale meet was a learning and training meet,” said Head Coach Lori Adkins. “The atmosphere was relaxed and allowed athletes to compete with schools of their same size, and for some, compete in different events than their usual.” The boys set five personal records between them during the event. “On the boys’ side, our athletes came up strong scoring our... Full story
The Raiders competed well this week at Desert Canyon, then again at Alta Lake, where Lake Roosevelt was the team medalist, as well as producing the boys’ medalist and girls’ medalist. “It was wonderful to finally get a match in!” said Head Coach Steve Files about the Raider golf team’s first match of the season at Desert Canyon Golf Resort in Orondo April 18. The start came about a month later than usual due to inclement weather. “Desert Canyon is a great course, well maintained with spectacular views,” Files said. “We drove through a viole... Full story
The Lake Roosevelt Raiders baseball team won their last three games to bring their league record to 9-5, the fourth best in the league behind Liberty Bell (10-1), Soap Lake (11-3), and Brewster (12-2). On April 18 in Pateros, the Raiders scored five runs in the second inning to help with their 11-5 victory over the Billygoats. “We played well on both sides of the ball,” said Head Coach Billy Nicholson. “Nick Baker hit a home run, Tyrell (Kiser) scored three runs. Kolby Picard had 10 (strikeouts). Johnson pitched well in relief.” Six runs in... Full story
The Lake Roosevelt Raider tennis teams won at home against Entiat, then on the road in Oroville, but then lost against Omak at home last week. Last Tuesday against Entiat the Raider boys won 5-0, and the girls 3-2. “We did exceptionally well with only two losses for the whole match,” said Head Coach Steve Archer. “The one loss at number-two girls’ singles was very close. Alexia (Ryan) won the first set, then dropped the second, which forced a 10-point tiebreaker to decide their match, which she dropped at 10-6.” Bradley Wilder and Aiden Der... Full story
Some 60 sixth-graders, 50 from Lake Roosevelt and 10 from Nespelem, will get the “Tall Timbers” experience May 17-19 when they head for the outdoor education location near Leavenworth. Each year, for the past several, Lake Roosevelt and Nespelem sixth-graders have traveled to Tall Timbers, an outdoor recreation/education resort nestled in the mountains about 10 miles out of Leavenworth. The program there is designed to provide an opportunity for personal growth and team building by participating in a number of outdoor activities. The exp... Full story
Phoenix Shephard was named to the Central Washington University Honor Roll for Winter 2017 term. Shepherd is the son of Donna Deckman of Electric City.... Full story
The annual Nespelem Junior Rodeo will be held Saturday and Sunday, April 29 and 30, at the Nespelem Rodeo Grounds beginning at 10 a.m. each day. There will be Six All-Around Saddles, Nine Reserve All Around Jackets, along with handmade first place buckles, all around buckles and payout to fourth place. A concession stand will be available. Admission is adults and students $5; age 6-13 $3; 5 and under free, and seniors $4. For more information, contact Dorothy 634-4928, Sindy 509-634-4395 or Kayce 509-429-7686.... Full story
DAM KEGLERS TEAM W L #5 195 125 #6 173.5 146.5 #4 148.5 171.5 #2 147.5 172.5 #3 132.5 187.5 High Game - Mark Tonasket; Mae Stensgar 188 High Series: Mark Tonasket 706; Mae Stensgar 510 Splits: Kevin Rosenbaum 6-7-10; Bob Tonasket 5-10 Congrats to Team 5 - Jamie Lezard, Gary, Dale and CJ Bjorson. Awards/Fun Night next Friday.... Full story
