News, views and advertising of the Grand Coulee Dam Area
News, views and advertising of the Grand Coulee Dam Area
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The election this November will be one of the most important in the lives of today’s workers. As CEO of a company that employees more than 5,000 people, I know that the outcome will affect each and every one of them. At virtually every backyard get together these days, most workers discuss -- and lament -- the state of the economy. But not in the abstract terms we hear from politicians. These days, the economy is personal. Those who still own homes are relieved that they can still host family and friends, of course. Their homes may be worth l... Full story
A house fire at 611 Holly Street could be a problem for Coulee Dam’s town council. Fire razed the home last Tuesday evening, Sept. 18, and the question of its cleanup will likely fall into the hands of town officials. Seems there’s no owner of the house. Taxes on the house had been paid by a descendent of the former owner of the house so that his daughter, now deceased, would have a place to live. The person who paid the taxes for the past several years didn’t claim ownership of the house then,... Full story
President declares major disaster from July storm The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Tuesday announced that federal disaster assistance has been made available to Washington to supplement state, tribal, and local recovery efforts in the area affected by a severe storm, straight-line winds and flooding on July 20, 2012. Federal funding is available to state and eligible local governments and certain private nonprofit organizations on a cost-sharing basis for emergency work and the repair or repl... Full story
Grant County Health District issued a guide on air quality as a result of smoke from fires in the region. The guide issued by the Health District is based on one’s ability to see through smoke particles to a certain distance. “During this time people with any respiratory or cardiovascular conditions like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, asthma, other chronic lung diseases or heart disease should minimize outdoor activity to only necessary tasks,” the report stated. On a developed chart with visibility 10 miles or more, there are no healt... Full story
The “value engineering” firm, OAC of Spokane, has saved the school district a ton of money. The firm was hired in mid-August to review all the plans for the new K-12 school facility, and has come up with revisions and suggestions that could knock $750,000 out of the cost of the project. The school board moved on a number of suggestions made by OAC at its meeting recently. The value engineering group is made up of architects, engineers and other building experts who met with the district’s architects, engineers and education officials at least... Full story
A whole lot of things are happening Saturday, Oct. 13, during the chamber of commerce’s new Coulee Fall Festival. Free hayrides are planned behind a horse-drawn wagon. Another highlight will be a pet parade down Midway Avenue. Chamber Secretary Debbie Starkey said those bringing pets are asked to wear a costume to make the event more colorful. There’s no cost for those taking part in the parade. Staging area will be in Pepper Jack’s parking lot at 9:30 a.m. The 10 a.m. parade will take place on Midway Avenue. Karaoke for kids will be offer... Full story
Nestled in the middle of a small sheep ranch off Peter Dan Road is a surprising little gift shop called Promised Land Harvest. It is part of Leah Arroyo and her father, Daniel — because it reflects who they are. The shop provides a showcase for the father/daughter artistic talent which is displayed in various ways throughout. In addition to everything else, it is an active sheep ranch, albeit on a minor scale. The ranch has 20 breeding ewes, two rams and 19 lambs. The lambs are raised for m... Full story
The Grand Coulee branch of North Cascades National Bank (NCNB) is collecting new or gently used coats for local children in need. Gloves, scarves, hats and other warm outerwear for children are also welcome. Cash donations will be used to purchase new coats. All items will be distributed to schools in the Grand Coulee Dam School District. Donations will be accepted at NCNB through the end of October. For more information, call 633-1700.... Full story
A stubborn steer balks at every step as a team of three cowboys and cowgirl compete in Saturday’s Ranch Rodeo at the Ridge Riders Rodeo Grounds. The trailer-loading event requires one member to find a specific steer in a small herd, then roust it to the other side of the arena, where other team members can help get it into the trailer. — Scott Hunter photo... Full story
Brad Parrish was sworn in as a member of Electric City Council Tuesday night. Parrish had submitted his name for consideration for a council appointment but was passed over when the council selected Lonna Bussert, who currently serves. Parrish replaces Birdie Hensley who resigned about a month ago, after serving just over a term. The city had advertised the position asking interested parties to submit letters of interest. Only Parrish responded by the deadline. Parrish is currently a shop... Full story
John Olsen stands amid debris dumped on his property. He recently returned from Alaska, where he has been mining for the past five months, to find that someone has been dumping tree trimmings and other debris on his property and on adjacent property owned by the Bureau of Reclamation. Olsen said he is developing information on the person who has been doing the dumping in the hopes of prosecuting. Olsen’s property is at 21000 56.7 NE, in Grant County, on the backside of Osborne Bay on the road t... Full story
First of all, I would like to thank everyone that has walked with me the past few years as I served as your city council person. Some have walked beside me, other have stood in front of me and others pushing from behind. We all need these people. I resigned last week from Electric City Council because I guess I think outside the box of the political rules and regulations, and I found myself in between the citizens that I was elected to serve and local government. Something I have struggled with the past few months, and my biggest regret, is... Full story
I woke up Monday morning, Sept. 10, 2012, my husband said pack up, we have to get out, fire coming up our canyon (Buck) — We pull out the fire cabinet drawers, haul out to the pickup, pack clothes, run around taking pictures of all rooms and even pictures of families on the walls. Meanwhile, here comes the firefighters, water tankers, brush truck. The wind was blowing so hard I could see everything go, but a firefighter said, we are going to save your home. They are so brave to stand up to the fire as it was coming into our canyon. Had our s... Full story
Douglas County Fire Protection District 3 appreciates all the help we received from our local and neighboring communities, fire departments, individuals and businesses who provided their help, services, food and equipment during the KV 500 yard, Barker Canyon and Leahy Junction fires. Thank you to the Dept. of Transportation and Douglas County Commissioners for releasing resources during the three fires. Thank you also to all the Okanogan County Fire Departments and individuals who provided help or equipment to fight fire at one end of our... Full story
Fall is here! It is my favorite time of year. Football, hunting, cool weather, fishing, and green turning to amber and orange. But there are some changes this year other than the leaves. Local hunting will be a little different this year with all the freshly charred ground. The bow hunters have already said that finding the deer is a little more challenging. Everyone has their favorite piece of local ground and about everyone said that it is a black mess out there. So making plans for opening... Full story
Ten Years Ago A contractor has been chosen for the new water filtration plant in Coulee Dam, but one detail must wait another several weeks - the contract signing. That’s because the town council decided by a 4-1 vote at a special meeting Monday that the United States Department of Agriculture’s Rural Development Agency needs to approve $800,000 more in funding. Inchelium singer and songwriter Jim Boyd’s album, “alterNATIVES” won the record of the Year Award at the Native American Music Awards Sept. 5. A showing of Bill Niendam’s photos was... Full story
Thelma J. “Teila” St. Paul (57) was born February 13, 1955, in Nespelem, Wash., to John and Christine (Dick) Lezard. Teila passed away in Spokane, Wash., surrounded by her beloved family on Wednesday morning, September 19, 2012, at Sacred Heart Medical Center. A graduate of Riverside High School in Anadarko, Okla., Teila attended Northwest Indian College of Bellingham, Wash. On June 28, 1998, she married Darius “Kanie” St. Paul in an outside ceremony at North Dam Park in Grand Coulee. A member... Full story
Rick Munson, age 68, passed away peacefully on September 4, 2012, at his home in Spokane Valley, Wash. Rick was born June 7, 1944, to Paul Raynor and Mary Margaret (Ross) Munson in Portland, Ore. He and his sister Sharon Ann were raised in Spokane. Rick was a scholarly student at Rogers High School, active in many school activities and graduating in 1962. Rick joined his father Paul in the road construction business, working on projects from Republic, Wash., where he enjoyed many cousins and... Full story
GCD Chamber to Meet at the Eagles The regular monthly meeting of the GCD Chamber will be held Thursday, Sept. 27, at noon at the Eagles Lodge, Grand Coulee. On the agenda is the fall membership drive. Grant County Port Dist. 7 to Meet Grant County Port District 7 will hold its regular monthly meeting on Thurs., Sept. 27, at 5 p.m., at the Grand Coulee Dam Airport office. TOPS Meetings TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Chapter meets on Tuesdays at 9:15 a.m. at Grand Coulee Senior Center prior to the exercise group gathering at 10 a.m. Come and... Full story
Ron and Bonnie Rinker of Electric City are celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary with an anniversary party at Banks Lake Golf and Country Club in Electric City. The event is being planned by their son and daughter-in-law Dale and Lynne Rinker of the Delrio area. Ron and Bonnie (Whitcraft) were united in marriage on Oct. 1, 1952, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. They spent most of their married life in the Delrio area and moved to Electric City in 1997. Both are retired from farming and ranching. They have two grandchildren and two g... Full story
Navy Seaman Recruit Scott D. Rosco, son of Candi M. and Gary V. Rosco of Electric City, Wash., recently completed U.S. Navy basic training at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Ill. During the eight-week program, Rosco completed a variety of training which included classroom study and practical instruction on naval customs, first aid, firefighting, water safety and survival, and shipboard and aircraft safety. An emphasis was also placed on physical fitness. Rosco is a 2010 graduate of Lake Roosevelt High School of Grand Coulee,... Full story
Charay (McGuire) and Brad Bourne of Highlands Ranch, Colo., are pleased to announce the birth of their twin daughters on Tuesday, Aug. 21, 2012. Kenzie Lynn weighed 4 lbs., 6 oz., Kylie Ann weighed 4 lbs., 14 oz., both were 17-3/4 inches in length at birth. Maternal grandparents are Rich and Judy McGuire of Electric City and paternal grandparents are Alan and Pat Bourne of Raymond, Alberta, Canada.... Full story
The Lady Raiders came away with a victory Saturday at home against the Waterville Shockers, 3-2. In the first game, Head Coach Nate Piturachsatit tried a different rotation with Kassadi Boutain, Samantha Turner, and Chyenne Kelly-Marconi in the game. During the first game the Lady Raiders played a solid game and came away with the victory on a service ace from Kassadi Boutain. That carried over into the second game until the score was 22-12. The Shockers made a comeback and the Lady Raiders bega... Full story
The Raiders drop to 0-4 after Friday’s loss to the Liberty Lancers 44-13, when they were hampered by inconsistent play and turnovers throughout the game. On what needs to improve after the loss - “We’ve got to take care of the ball better,” Head Coach Steve Files said, “still too many assignment errors, both offensively and defensively.” On their first offensive drive, the Raiders scored on a one-yard run by Justus DeWinkler for an end-of-first-quarter score of Raiders 6-Lancers 8. The Lancers... Full story
Raider runners Kendall Piccolo and Alexia Hanway led the Raiders at the Erik Anderson/Runner’s Soul Invitational last Saturday. Piccolo finished with a time of 20 minutes, 23.04 seconds for the top spot on the Raider boys’ squad. Hanway led the the Raider girls with the time of 25:10.3. The meet featured nearly 200 runners per race. High school competion came from both large schools and small schools, including 3A/4A Greater Spokane League, 2A Great Northern Leauge, Northeast A and Caribou Tra... Full story