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A fire burned a patch of land near the canal near North Dam on Saturday night. A fireworks show put on by the Northwest Pyrotechnics Association went awry when a fire erupted and burned between two and three acres. The permitted event had fire personnel standing by for such an occurrence, with four trucks on standby. A press release from Grand Coulee Volunteer Fire Department Chief Rick Paris said that the fire started at 10:30 p.m. and that Grand Coulee and Electric City Volunteer Fire Departments were called in to assist Bureau of...
Several canoes launched from the Crescent Bay boat launch near the Grand Coulee Dam Friday on an eight-day journey toward Kettle Falls. The Inchelium Language and Culture Association, in association with River Warriors and the Upper Columbia United Tribes (UCUT), organized the event for the third year in a row. A film crew from KSPS was present at the event, which included speakers from these various groups, the singing of a traditional song, and mingling between the paddlers and well-wishers...
The man who leads the state's legal bureaucracy, basically the state's own law firm, told an audience in Grand Coulee last week that the smaller part of their work gets the most headlines, but costs taxpayers nothing. That's because that part of the Attorney General's Office that takes others to court - actually sues other agencies or private companies - is in essence a state-owned law firm that operates off the settlements or judgments from those suits. But the vast majority of their work is...
The city council approved the creation of the position of “city administrator” and to have current clerk Russ Powers fill the position. The council discussed the need for the position and the justification for the added pay that comes with it for Powers at their June 11 meeting. “So the idea here,” Councilmember Aaron Derr asked, “is we’d have someone at city hall that can make more decisions, given that our mayor will typically have a full-time job and can’t be here on a day-to-day basis?” “Correct,” Mayor John Nordine said. “It makes sen...
Imagine how traveling to another country can change your perspective on life. Local cosmetologist Aly Van Geystel doesn t have to imagine, having returned from a month-long trip to Cambodia, where she taught the trade of cosmetology to former victims of sex trafficking so they can start their own careers. She found out about the Justice and Soul Foundation last year, and decided she wanted to be involved in what they do. A lot of the time," Van Geystel told The Star before leaving, former...
The Electric City council last week obliviated the idea of building a $40,000-plus entrance sign to the city. The city conducted a poll at city hall and online of citizens on the idea. Results showed that out of 81 citizens, 62 (77 percent) didn’t want a sign, and 19 citizens did. Citizens running for council or mayor in the upcoming November election, including Diane Kohout, Brian Buche, Cate Slater, Bob Rupe and Cheryl Hoffman, conducted a survey of their own, collecting signatures and asking Electric City residents if they were for or agains...
Why did “the Powers that Be” waste our time by pretending that they wanted to be collaborative members of this community, requesting our input? No one familiar with the situation at Geezer Beach believes for an instant that this decision had anything at all to do with “safety.” Why not tell us what the actual agenda is, so that we may address it through appropriate channels? Friends say, ”It’s done … get over it.” It’s not “done;” it was never “started.” I have to feel that the request for public input was a complete sham. Disappointed, Frank...
Gentlemen, I am writing to express my gratitude for your removal of one of the last remaining recreation sites for the elderly in this area. I am sure all of the incapacitated and handicapped people will appreciate this as well. Incidentally, I would like to compare the safety incidences reported at Geezer Beach versus USBR safety records. Thank you again from one of the original geezers! Bob Poch Resident of Coulee Dam...
Why not hassle the locals? It’s been a while since the last time, and it seems we need a lame excuse to get back at the people for welcoming us here. Sound familiar? It should, if you have lived in the Grand Coulee Dam area for any length of time, you’ll recall some of the more memorable acts by this capricious organization. There have been many arbitrary moves by the Bureau, but I want to select a few as a reminder as to how those in control could give a rip about the people who live here. First, going back to the 1960s, in order to raise the...
A recent report by the U.S. Department of Agriculture examines the impact of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in rural America. Widely viewed as a program that helps combat urban poverty and food insecurity, SNAP has seen a greater percentage of utilization in rural areas since the late 1990s. SNAP participation grew exponentially, quadrupling between 2001 and 2013. This growth coincided with the Great Recession and its aftermath. Participation peaked in 2013, when more than 47 million Americans received assistance, but has...
If anyone recently had to be stopped in the construction zone, as new electrical is being installed on the bridge in Coulee Dam, you might have noticed a certain flagger. You already know the one I am talking about. Her name is Lylah and she is the one that gives us the parade wave and million-dollar smile every time we go through. I do mean every time. Her positive energy instantly makes my day a better day. I have also heard others saying she makes an impact in their day. We all know that her...
With the school year ending, SHARP Kids 4-H Learning Group held its final 4-H meeting of the year. To enhance their educational offerings, the Lake Roosevelt SHARP Kids 21st Century Aftershool program formed a 4-H Learning group. The staff was trained in 4-H Positive Youth Development and enrolled as 4-H Volunteers and the students, grades K – 8, participated in monthly 4-H meetings. These monthly 4-H meetings were facilitated by Linda McLean, Colville Reservation WSU Extension 4-H Educator. T...
Please join us as we celebrate the life of Terry Warnecke, Saturday, June 22, 10 a.m., Lady Raiders Softball Field, 412 Federal Ave., Grand Coulee. Following the ceremony, we will be gathering for food and sharing memories at the Coulee Dam Town Hall, 300 Lincoln Ave. Coulee Dam.... Full story
Michael Joseph Neumann, 76, passed away peacefully at his home in Grand Coulee, Washington, on Monday, June 10, 2019. He was born November 8, 1942, in San Pedro, California to Michael and Helen (PeeWee) Neumann. He was married to Marilyn Barnes on December 20, 1963, in Gardena, California. In 1965 they moved to Dayton, Washington to begin his career as a heavy equipment mechanic at Little Goose Dam. In 1969 he moved his family to the Grand Coulee Dam area to work on the construction of the third... Full story
William Robert "Bill" Stevens passed away peacefully in his home in Coulee Dam, Washington, on Monday, June 10, 2019, at 2:30p.m. He fought a losing battle with a very aggressive form of metastasized prostate cancer. Bill was an avid outdoorsman who was most happy when he was in the mountains. He was a forester and the Silviculturist for the BIA, working his entire career on the Colville Reservation. Bill was born May 13, 1946, to Robert B. and Jane E. Stevens in the Mason City Hospital in... Full story
Earl Bise, 80, of Coulee Dam, Washington, died Sunday, June 9, 2019, at Hearthstone Senior Living in Moses Lake, Washington. He was born on July 21, 1938 to Sam and Olive Bise in the Hartline, Washington area. He married Kathleen Doolittle and they had three children, Tracey, Clifford (Andy), and Mark. Earl worked construction jobs during the building of many area dams until he was injured in a work accident. He continued to enjoy life camping, fishing, hunting, and working on his lawnmowers.... Full story
The Nespelem all school reunion committee is planning an informal get together for dinner and visiting at the Siam Palace, 213 Main Street Grand Coulee on Friday, July 12, at 4 pm. We will order individually from the menu. I look forward to seeing my former classmates. For more information contact Charlie Moses, Jr., Class of 1954, at 509-631-1518...
Raven Rice and Lee Williams of Ephrata, Washington, are proud to announce the birth of their son, Chance Rice, born Wednesday, June 12, 2019, at Coulee Medical Center in Grand Coulee, Washington. He weighed 7 lbs., 6 oz, and was 21 inches in length at birth. Siblings include Murlee Williams age 3, and Carmen Desautel age 2. Maternal grandmother is Carla Rice. Paternal grandparents are Julie Williams and Barry Williams. Great-grandparents are Barbara Duncan and Carol Schoning.... Full story
Chamber this Week The next chamber meeting will be held at La Presa Restaurant on Thursday, June 20, at noon. General business is on the agenda. Grant County Fire Dist. 14 to Meet Grat County Fire District 14 will hold its regular monthly meeting at 7 p.m., June 24, at the Electric City Farm Barn. Food Bank Distributing Hours The food bank will be closed July 5 for the holiday. The food bank normal operating hours are every Friday from 2 to 4 p.m. It is located at the Church of Nazarene, Hwy 174, Grand Coulee. AA Meetings for GCD and Nespelem...
Four area students met the requirements to earn a high school (HS21+) diploma through Big Bend Community College during the 2018-19 academic year. Among more than one hundred graduates of the HS21program this spring are local students Michael Day, Tristan Daniels, Mikala Feeley, and Ciara Nault. These four adults entered the program eager to take the next step in their lives and needing to complete between just 1 and 7 credits for their diplomas. Some students in the Big Bend Community College...
A plaque with a bronze Coulee Dam High School Beaver mascot will be installed on the basalt pillar in front of Lake Roosevelt Schools and unveiled July 4 at 11 a.m. in a brief ceremony to which all are invited. Coulee Dam High School was open from 1947 until 1971, when it merged with Grand Coulee High School to form Lake Roosevelt. “Beavers sent their fierce spirit to Lake Roosevelt Raiders,” the plaque reads. A plaque commemorating Grand Coulee High School, featuring their Tiger mascot, was installed on the same pillar in 2017. Bert Smi...
Taylor Haven recently graduated Cum Laude from Bowling Green State University with a Bachelor of Art in Biology and a minor in geology, while staying on the Deans list through every semester. He is the son of Gary Haven and grandson of Ed and Carolyn Haven....
Here are the students of the month of May!...
CITY OF ELECTRIC CITY NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ZONING AND COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENTS NOTICE IS HEREBY that the Electric City Council will hold a public hearing at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, June 25th at City Hall located at 10 Western Avenue to take public testimony on proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and Title 18 of the Electric City Municipal Code. The amendments have been developed by the Planning Agency and staff to address: Amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and Electric City Municipal Code Title 18 including 18.05 General... Full story
Grand Coulee Police 6/10 - Electric City Hall reported a bottle of drugs they found in their trash. Police took the bottle to the station for disposal. - A woman evicted tenants from a house she owns on Dill Avenue. She said she had given them 30 days notice and had said she would be there on the 10th. She locked the door and wouldn’t let them gather the rest of their belongings, but told an officer she would put the items on the street for them to gather. The officer told her to make sure to go through the proper channels for eviction, and t...