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The Colville Tribes will receive over $400,000 for their inmate reentry program from a Department of Justice grant created to support public safety in tribal communities. Coming from the federal agency’s Coordinated Tribal Assistance Solicitation funding, the award came as part of a package of federal grants totaling $6.9 million for state, municipal and tribal law enforcement programs, as well as medical examiner offices in Washington state. Specifically, the $424,623 for the Colville Tribes will go toward hiring a new reentry coordinator ...
Many people around the region saw this very odd cloud formation Friday. So did Shad Moore, who took this photo with his phone on top of Grand Coulee Dam and sent it to us later. Meteorologists call it a Fallstreak Hole. "Such holes are formed when the water temperature in the clouds is below freezing, but the water, in a supercooled state, has not frozen yet due to the lack of ice nucleation," states the entry in Wikipedia. "When ice crystals do form, a domino effect is set off ... causing the...
Leaders at one local school district broached the idea of changing the yearly school calendar to an alternative that cuts down on the long summer break. The state’s Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction calls the concept a “balanced calendar” approach, which generally means taking the same 180 days a year of school and not concentrating them all into nine months, then taking all summer off. Nespelem School Superintendent Effie Dean said she’s noticed frustration on the part of teachers whose students are taking longer than expecte...
Starting January 1, a ride in the local ambulance will cost you an additional $25, amounting to a 3.5 to 4% increase. "Last time they were changed was two years ago," said Rick Paris, ambulance chief. "Inflation is probably about 5% over the last two years, but we're still trying to keep it reasonable for the citizens." The ambulance currently costs $700 per ride, or $625 for residents of Grand Coulee, which will become $725 and $650 respectively. Additionally, the charge for an ambulance...
Newsbriefs Scouts help at senior center dinner The Grand Coulee Dam Senior Center held its member appreciation dinner recently, where steelhead trout was donated by Pacific Seafood, and the “Grand Coulee Boy Scout Troop were rock stars and served over 65 meals!” noted Edna Hauser on the Grand Coulee Area Community Announcement Board on Facebook. “We could not have done it without them and are GRATEFUL for their help.” She said the event was an enjoyable evening for all. PUD changing rate strategy Grant PUD commissioners gave their unoffic...
Listen up! Don’t miss this chance! We have an unparalleled opportunity to elect someone amazing to the House of Representatives in the 5th Legislative District. Carmela Conroy is this candidate, and she comes with training as a lawyer, experience as a prosecutor, and years serving in the United States Foreign Service. It is our important outreach arm for building good relationships with other countries of the world. She has served in Japan with Tom Foley, Pakistan, Oslo, Norway, and Afghanistan, as well as having other international e...
Jimmy Carter turned 100 Tuesday. When I think of the former president (Jan. 20, 1977-Jan. 20, 1981) I think of Abraham Lincoln. He is the most selfless man that I have ever met. I first met Mr. Carter in 1976 while attending a Suburban Newspapers of America conference in Atlanta, Georgia. Carter was governor of Georgia at the time. He was the keynote speaker. I remember I was pleased because I had followed Carter’s career, and like others, I thought he would make his mark in politics. Carter talked for about 45 minutes, left the stage and c...
October 4, 1636, the first written legal code to be instituted in what is now the United States, was done by the General Court of the Plymouth Colony. It guaranteed citizens a trial by jury, and further stated that all laws were to be made with the consent of the freemen of the colony. The Plymouth Colony was founded by Pilgrims, Protestant dissenters from the Church of England. They fled their native country in search of religious freedom. They briefly stayed in Holland, then sailed for North America on the Mayflower and arrived at Plymouth...
It has been nearly a year since the horrific October 7th attacks by the terrorist organization, Hamas, and it is crucial to reflect on what has happened since. On that tragic day, over 1,000 innocent civilians were brutally murdered in one of the deadliest events for Jewish people since the Holocaust. These unprovoked and highly coordinated attacks were carried out with the sole intention of killing as many people as possible. In the aftermath, Israel has fought valiantly to defend itself against terrorist cells throughout the region, and it is...
Whether you call it a ban or a significant deterrent to future natural gas consumption, voter approval of Initiative 2066 (I-2066) in Washington may be only the first giant pothole to fill. The next one in the road ahead may be a hefty tax on natural gas. In 2019, Berkeley, Calif., became the first city to prohibit natural gas connections in new buildings. San Jose, New York City, San Francisco, Seattle, and others followed. However, last year the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals delivered a setback by holding that federal law preempts local bans...
Farming towards the sunset: A celebration of life for Dale will be held at 2pm, Sat., Oct. 5 at the Childers' farm 1531 Childers Rd, E, Almira. Please join us as we share some of our favorite memories and stories remembering Dale whohe is greatly missed. Food and drink will be provided. Dale loved desserts. Feel free to bring a dessert.... Full story
The Liberty Quartet will be hold a concert on Saturday, October 12 at the Grand Coulee Nazarene Church, 45925 State Rt. 174 N. It will begin at 6 p.m. A Love offering is suggested....
Rylee Pitner and Shane Innes Jr. of Elmer City, Washington, are proud to announce the birth of their daughter Frankie Ethel Ann Innes born Monday, Sept. 2, 2024, at Coulee Medical Center in Grand Coulee, Washington. She weighed 6 lbs., 1 oz., and was 19 inches in length at birth. Maternal grandparents are Christel Pitner and Chet Pitner of Elmer City. Paternal grandparents are Shane Innes Sr, and Jackie Innes. Great-grandmother is Vonnie George.... Full story
Stephanie R, Juarez and Mitchell R. Goodwin of Wilbur, Washington, are proud to announce the birth of their daughter Elainna Del-Ray Goodwin, born Monday, Sept. 9, 2024, at Coulee Medical Center in Grand Coulee, Washington. She weighed 7 lbs., 4 oz., and was 19 inches in length at birth. Siblings include Dunkan, Dalton, Anika, Dante, Alleyah – Goodwin; Kaylie Chafin and Marques Juarez. Maternal grandparents are Karla and John Paul. Paternal grandparents are Larry Conley, the late Yonre Conley and the late Milton Goodwin.... Full story
Amanda Chronister and Dylan Thorne of Grand Coulee, Washington, are proud to announce the birth of their daughter Hunter Arlene Rose Thorne born Thursday, Sept. 19, 2024, at Coulee Medical Center in Grand Coulee. She weighed 6 lbs., 3.3 oz., and was 19 inches in length at birth. Maternal grandparents are Vicki Chronister and John Borba. Paternal grandparents are Toria Jackson and Chad Thorne. Great-grandparents are Robert Sandaine and Peggy Sandaine.... Full story
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 631-4551 or Phyllis 631-1187.I In Nespelem, the group Bound and Determined holds its meetings Monday evening at 7 p.m. at the Catholic Church. Contact Myrna at 634-4921. Food Bank Open Care & Share Food Bank regular hours are Fridays 1-3 p.m. Questions call Pastor Shawn at 633-2566. Attention...
Nespelem, WA) Garlic enthusiasts from the surrounding area gathered at a site located on Columbia River Road, Nespelem, WA, to learn about Inchelium Red Garlic. This variety is the oldest strain of garlic grown in North America. It originated in the small community of Inchelium, WA, for which it is named, and is believed to have been growing on the Colville Reservation before European Settlers arrived. This event was hosted by the Inchelium Red Garlic Revitalization Coalition (IRGRC). This...
Alice Miller, Ellis Desjardins, Milo Desjardins and Brandon Hachey show off their cardboard robots at the Grand Coulee Library's first ATLAS event ("At The Library After School") recently. Branch librarian Sage Hachey created the new weekly event to give kids an opportunity to take part in STEAM activities in a casual environment, Thursdays from 3 to 5 p.m. during the school year. "STEAM" stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math. - Renata Rollins photo...
Soccer The Lady Raiders earned a win Saturday, when they beat the Warden team, there, 4-2. Forward Shae Crollard scored two goals, Nautika Brown added another, and set piece specialist Phenyx Marchand converted a penalty for another. Halle Picard "showcased her versatility," Coach Solveig Chaffee noted, by playing both ends of the field in stints as a forward and at center back. The win was sandwiched by losses earlier and later in the week. Lake Roosevelt fell to Reardan 5-1 Thursday, Sept 19,...
Grand Coulee Police 9/23 - A complaint was filed on a Fortuyn Road property that is licensed as a “junk yard” but not for accumulating general trash and refuse. Police spoke with the property owner who was cooperative, had already been told about the complaint, and was working on the issue by ordering a dumpster through the city that would be arriving in the coming weeks. 9/26 - Police went to the Delano Regional Transfer Station where someone had damaged the fence and trespassed into the yard, an employee said. Two batteries were stolen from a...
SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 1098 of the City of Grand Coulee, Washington On September 17, 2024, the City Council of the City of Grand Coulee, Washington, approved Ordinance No. 1098, the main point of which may be summarized by its title as follows: ORDINANCE NO. 1098 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CITY ORDINANCE NO. 1089, AMENDING THE RATE SCHEDULE FOR AMBULANCE SERVICES. The full text of this Ordinance will be mailed upon request. DATED this 17th day of September 2024. Lorna Pearce, Clerk Treasurer (Publish October 2, 2024) Grant County Mosquito...
There is a $50 charge for obituaries published in the Star. This includes a photo and up to 500 words. Reminders for Celebrations of Life and Death Notices are $25. Articles must be either e-mailed, faxed or dropped off at the Star office. They will not be accepted over the phone. The deadline to submit an article is Monday by 5 p.m. For more information, call 509.633.1350 or visit our website at grandcoulee.com.... Full story