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News, views and advertising of the Grand Coulee Dam Area
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A candidate for Congress announced a tour of the state’s 4th Congressional District that includes a town-hall meeting tonight (Wednesday) in Coulee Dam and a coffee shop visit the next morning. The Christine Brown for Congress campaign announced last week a “Big Table Tour” that includes stops in small towns. It started in Oroville on Monday morning. Brown will hold a public meeting at Coulee Dam Town Hall, 300 Lincoln Avenue, tonight from 6-8 p.m. The next morning from 8-10 a.m. she’ll hold a “Coffee with Christine” at Voltage Coffee Hous...
Fasten your belts; you're in for a ride. This year's Colorama Festival kicks off Thursday, May 10, and extends well into Sunday. There are wild rides featured in Rainier Amusements carnival alley at North Dam Park. And wild rides at the Ridge Rider's Pro-West Rodeo. And if that isn't enough, fasten your seatbelt tight for the helicopter rides, staged from the lower ball fields. And there's a host of other exciting events, such as the Colorama Parade, starting at 11 a.m. from near Les Schwabs... Full story
Faces of young racers express a wide range of emotions as they take off from the starting line at Lake Roosevelt Elemetrary's Mini Bloomsday race Friday, an annual event that takes place just before Spokane's big Bloomsday race. - Scott Hunter photo...
It's not easy for most people in policy-making positions far away to appreciate what the word "rural" actually means. That's a problem when it could mean life or death. That's a point people with Coulee Medical Center's obstetrics program tried to make last week with a regional bus ride and presentation aimed at those who can influence policies that can either make it possible or impossible for the hospital to continue delivering babies. Leaders at the hospital fee strongly that stopping that se...
The Washington State Supreme Court paid a visit to the Colville Confederated Tribes on May 7 and 8, meeting with high school students, holding a public forum, and reviewing cases. The court visits three places each year that are outside of Olympia, the state capitol, as part of their public outreach program. "We use this opportunity to try and demystify us," said Associate Chief Justice Charles Johnson during the May 7 public forum. "It's healthy for government to be exposed and have our...
It’s impossible not to picture the coulee area while reading Bruce Holbert’s new book “Whiskey.” It’s impossible because it takes place here. The novel follows two brothers, Smoker and Andre, as they drink through the drama in their lives in 1991 Electric City. Andre is beginning to go through a divorce from his wife, Claire, and Smoker, wondering where his daughter is, sets off to find her. The story then flashes back to the 1980s, when Andre met Claire, then to the 1950s, when Andre and Smoker’s parents, Peg and Pork, were growing up....
Ian Wilder competed at the state level in tennis for the Coulee Dam Beavers in 1964. Now, he serves hamburgers and hot dogs at the same courts to the home team and visiting teams alike, free of charge, out of the generosity of his spirit. Wilder humbly says he does it "just to support the kids." "There are three reasons why people like to come to Grand Coulee to play," said Raider Head Coach Steve Archer at a home match against Oroville last Thursday. "One is the caliber of our team giving good...
The Grand Coulee Dam School District would like to see a skill center in the area, a place where junior and senior high school students can learn practical skills that will help them land jobs after high school. Superintendent Paul Turner visited the Columbia Basin Technical Skills Center in Moses Lake on May 4, observing classes for certified nursing assistants, culinary arts, advanced manufacturing, and entrepreneurship and marketing. "There's an international nursing shortage, so by starting...
Jarred-Michael Erickson leads Janet (Wak Wak) Nicholson by just one vote in the Saturday polling for Nespelem Position 1 on the Colville Business Council, one of seven seats up for election. The poll vote was certified Monday, but can change dramatically as absentee ballots are counted later this week. Nicholson held the edge 50-51, followed by Charlene Bearcub, 30; Joaquin Marchand, 27; and Anna Vargas, 20. Andrea George held only a two-point lead over Darnell Sam for Nespelem Position 2, 56-54, followed by Sheilah Cleveland, 40; and Jonnie...
Few things in modern life are as complicated as healthcare. That fact was all too apparent last week as Coulee Medical Center officials presented their case for supporting the practice of delivering babies in rural hospitals, especially CMC. From a simple accounting perspective, obstetrics would make lots of sense to cut out if the budget is tight (and it is). But that could mean also getting rid of other services that support obstetrics, along with other services. CMC’s push to highlight the need is on the front page. And then there’s the opi...
“My brother is an addict. I am raising his daughter.” That is one of the many responses I received when I asked constituents of the 4th Congressional District how opioids and heroin abuse have affected people in our community. The responses are eye-opening to the heartbreaking cost of the opioid crisis in Central Washington: “The opioid crisis is destroying my family’s life,” and “my adult child has battled addiction for 20 years after taking post-surgery opioids at 18” are two more responses that are truly a call to action. Families are strugg...
This past weekend I found myself in many different situations as we packed in a lot of things over the few days we had off. On most Saturdays we go into Spokane and pray for those in need at the Healing Rooms, but this weekend we found those in need right here at home. Let me explain a bit more. A lot of us go to church on Sunday and then on Monday we go back to our normal lives. We have all heard the message that we need to be the same person at church as we are the other six days of the week....
My grandmother, whom we called “Nana,” always loved children. Many times, she asked me to give her great-grandchildren. In 2000, the moment finally arrived. But it didn’t seem to matter. Eagerly, tenderly I lay my newborn son in her arms. She sat motionless, her eyes void. No expression whatsoever. I searched her face, desperately hoping to see some sign of joy…of recollection…of understanding. Nothing. Her eyes were vacant. She could not speak. She did not move. The reason? My nana had Alzheimer’s disease. It was during this visit that I star...
With western wildfires growing in size and destroying more homes, farms and businesses, there is a need for new tools and approaches. The infernos are spreading so fast they are outstripping our ability to fight them in traditional ways. Meanwhile, the San Francisco Chronicle reported last November: “Over the course of just a few weeks, a major fire can pump more carbon dioxide into the atmosphere than California’s many climate change programs can save in 12 months. Scientists debate whether California’s vast forests are emitting more carbo...
Donna Louise Hart-Bird, 70, passed away Wednesday, April 25, 2018, in Grand Coulee, Washington. Donna entered this world on Sunday, March 14, 1948, in Wenatchee, Washington. Donna Louise Hart married Herbert Bird just four days prior to her 19th birthday on Saturday, March 18, 1967, at the Methodist Church in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. She was a beloved member of the Grand Coulee Area, remembered as an extra kind soul, always compassionate and kind to others. Those fortunate enough to have Donna coif... Full story
Blanche June Achord, 77, of Electric City, Washington, passed away Wednesday, May 2, 2018. She was born January 13, 1941, to Forrest and Elsie Conroy. She went to school at Riverside High School in Milan, Washington. She worked at the Wildlife Restaurant, Jackson's Chevron and at the USBR as a security technician. Blanche was involved in the Moose Lodge and the Grand Coulee Senior Center, where she enjoyed playing cards. She also was involved in a quilting club and enjoyed her animals at home,... Full story
A celebration of life service for Wade Stoddard will be held at 1 p.m., on Saturday, May 26, 2018, at the Eastpoint Church, 15303 E. Sprague, Spokane Valley, Washington. Wade was a 1984 graduate of Lake Roosevelt High School, Coulee Dam, Washington.... Full story
Volunteers help distribute food items to people at the Zion Lutheran Church parking lot on Thursday, including salad fixings, pita chips, french fries, red potatoes, apples, cherry tomatoes, breads, and more. The Coulee Dam Federal Credit Union donated an estimated $2,000 to help bring in 8,000 pounds of food in the 2nd Harvest mobile food bank truck with additional support from Asuris Northwest Health. - Jacob Wagner photo...
Food Sovereignty/Food Security is a growing concern in today’s environment. With disease outbreaks, food contaminations and recall announcements, it is becoming increasing more important for people to know where their food comes from and how to “grow their own groceries,” to support a safe, healthy food supply chain. Colville Reservation WSU Extension will be providing Food Sovereignty/ Food Security gardening workshops on the Colville Reservation. Workshops will be delivered at the Keller Community Center (11669 Hwy 21) on May 16, from 1:00p...
The Arbor Day Foundation is offering a handy tree-care booklet designed to help people plant and care for trees. Anyone can receive Conservation Trees, a user-friendly booklet featuring illustrations, colorful photos, and easily understood descriptions, by making a $3 donation to the Foundation this month. “Conservation Trees is an ideal resource for tree planters,” said Matt Harris, chief executive of the Arbor Day Foundation. “Taking care of existing trees is just as critical as planting new ones, and proper care ensures communities are a...
No Chamber this Week The Grand Coulee Dam Area Chamber of Commerce will not be meeting this week due to the Colorama festivities this weekend. Come check them out. Meetings will resume at La Presa Mexican Restaurant at noon Thursday, May 17. The public is welcome. Coulee Creators Meet on Tuesdays Coulee Creators meet at 412 Federal Ave. Room 207, Grand Coulee. Contact Marlene Oddie at KISSed Quilts or 509-386-5715 for further details. Hours are normally Tuesdays 1-4 p.m. Lincoln County Fire Dist. 9 to Meet Lincoln County Fire District 9 will...
The Lady Raiders have started their postseason in softball, losing to Liberty Bell at home yesterday. The last game of the regular season was a Lady Raider 11-1 victory over the Waterville Lady Shockers on May 1, which started off with leadoff hitter, freshman Kyona Edmo, knocking one out of the park to score a homerun. "We had an excellent game," said Head Coach Alissa Mansker. "I told the girls after the game that It was one of the best softball games I have witnessed for execution." "It was...
The Raider tennis squad is moving on to the league tournament after wrapping up their regular season with a nice, neat bow by winning all their matchups with the Davenport Gorillas last week. In Davenport on May 1, the boys won their matches 3-0, and the girls won theirs 3-0. “The boys completely dominated, not allowing their opponents to win even one game,” remarked Head Coach Steve Archer. The closest match of the day was at girls’ first doubles. Alexia [Ryan] and Rylee [Pitner] were able to come back in the deciding second-set tiebr...
The Raiders played at Alta Lake in Pateros, wrapping up their regular season in the process and moving onto district play. No scores were available for the event. “I know we struggled with many lost balls,” said Head Coach Steve Files. “It was absolutely perfect weather, though.” With the regular season’s end, the golf team will be moving onto the district tournament at Columbia Point in Richland on May 14, starting at 10 a.m. “It looks like all six of our boys will be competing,” Files said....
The Lake Roosevelt Raider track team competed in Bridgeport and Royal City this past week and is competing at the sub-district event in Manson today. The Raiders competed in Bridgeport on May 1. “Raiders continued to improve in 1B/2B competition,” Head Coach Lori Adkins said. Senior Keianna Vera placed third in the javelin event, throwing for a distance of 91 feet, three inches. Royal City hosted the Ron Vanderhold Invitational on May 4. “Raiders held their own against much larger schools,” Adkins said. “Even with tough competition, we added pe...