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News, views and advertising of the Grand Coulee Dam Area
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Proponents of larger accessory buildings in Electric City made some headway at a city planning commission meeting a week ago. It is expected that the planning commission will recommend to the city council that zoning be changed to allow 1,728 square foot buildings up to 26 feet in height. Other details such as whether the siding will have to match the homeowner’s house are still to be decided. A healthy showing of proponents showed up at the meeting and voiced their interests. Some voiced their concerns. The pros and cons of the issue are a... Full story
The city of Grand Coulee, by ordinance, has lifted restrictions on lot coverage. As a result of the ordinance, passed Oct. 7, there will be no lot coverage restrictions on all but one zone (C-H) in the city. That zone will allow 75 percent coverage allowance. In the R-1 zone, the maximum height you can build is now 30 feet, with no limit on lot coverage. The same is true in R-2, and R-3. The three zones had a 25-percent limit on lot coverage prior to the passing of the ordinance. In the C-3 and I zones, building height is 35 feet with no... Full story
If you believe Banks Lake is a good place to fish, then you can thank a couple of local men who helped make it happen. Reg Morgan, long since retired from U.S. Fish and Wildlife, and Bill Brashears, who passed away about a year ago, teamed up back in 1987, and started a program of providing fish for Banks Lake that continues today. The organization POWER (Promoter of Wildlife and Environmental Resources) was founded about that time, with Bill's wife Betty coming up with the name. Morgan... Full story
Even the eighth wonder of the world needs rejuvenation sometime. Trouble is, no spa will accept a 3,000-ton turbine. That's why one of the three largest hydroelectric units in the world has been sitting in pieces on the concrete floor inside the largest dam in the nation, like a giant jigsaw puzzle that can only be solved with a 2,000-ton crane. The mammoth water wheel, called G-24, rarely rested in its productive 33-year work life at Grand Coulee Dam in northeastern Washington, apart from... Full story
Company marks 79 years Loepp Furniture begins its 79th anniversary celebration and sale this week. The firm is the oldest continuing business in the greater Grand Coulee area. For many years the business was owned and managed by Dave and Peggy Portch. While the couple is still active at the store, the firm is now owned and managed by son Kevin Portch. Fire truck sold Grand Coulee Fire Chief Richard Paris reported to council that his department has sold a 1977 Ford F900 pumper truck for $2,555. The fire truck had been declared surplus by the cou... Full story
In six months, a hospital recruiting team has managed to attract at least two doctors, a third is on the way, and another health care provider who had cut her time in Grand Coulee to emergency room work only will restart her practice in the clinic. That record contrasts sharply with the prior three years of little luck as a former administration stuck to a more traditional talent search method through recruiting firms. The future now appears bright, with physicians committing to come to the coul... Full story
Elmer City council passed a cross-connection water system program at its meeting last week. The object of the cross connection program is to reduce the risk of contamination of the public water system. Officials also stated that the new program will reduce the town’s liability arising from the backflow of any contaminant originating from the customer’s plumbing system. The town plans to make available information concerning cross connections and backflow, so water users will be able to understand what is involved. The town passed a cross con... Full story
Cody Desautel, a Coulee Dam resident and member of the Colville Tribes, was among the 2014 award winners honored during a gala at the leading Native American business event in the country, taking place at the Potawatomi Hotel and Casino in Milwaukee, Wisconsin Oct. 8. “The 40 under 40 award showcases the accomplishments of both current and future Native American leaders,” said Gary Davis, President and CEO of the National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development. Desautel is the tribes’ Land & Property Management director. He was h... Full story
This is in response to an article by Jess Utz, “Vote: It’s your right and freedom”. I believe either Jess or The Star made a mistake in the article where Jess mentioned Initiative 591. I’m sure Jess meant to say Initiative 594, and not 591. So confusing that even the author can get confused! Initiative 591 is short and to the point (About a half of a page) Found at http://sos.wa.gov/_assets/elections/initiatives/FinalText_471.pdf Initiative 594, on the other hand, is long (19 pages), and meant to trick the voter into half truths and false s... Full story
The most important qualification to be Grant County’s Treasurer is financial education and experience. The write-in candidate, who barely squeaked into the general election challenging our Grant County Treasurer, hasn’t provided any information on why he’s qualified for the job. When asked, he deflects the question by saying he’s going to “bring service back.” But, the things he claims he’s going to do aren’t even duties of the treasurer. On the other hand, Darryl Pheasant has a BA in finance, a minor in economics and 28 years of experience a... Full story
First, the Grand Coulee Dam Lions and Spring Canyon Cemetery would like to thank the community for all the support over the past 79 years. We could not do everything we do in the community without the support of this great community. At this time, I would just ask that the community bear with us. If you have visited any of your family or friends that reside at Spring Canyon Cemetery you have noticed that the grass at the cemetery is looking very dry. This is not the fault of anything that the volunteers or the Spring Canyon manager has done.... Full story
“Proven Leadership” is the slogan being thrown around this season. Candidates telling us that we should vote for them because it’s “all about relationships.” To me, that says a candidate will play Let’s Make a Deal when they get into office, and I’m not interested in anymore politics as usual. I am interested in a candidate that will listen to the people in their district, and be our mouthpiece. I’m not interested in being LED by a politician who gets their pockets lined by their “relationships.” I’m interested in someone who is there to resto... Full story
I have known Garth Dano and his family since they first moved to Moses Lake. I consider Garth one of my very special friends. Garth and his family have been involved in many community activities. They were instrumental in building Neppel Park, have served on the Moses Lake Park and Recreation Board, been active supporters of the Moses Lake Boys and Girls Club, have donated land for a new Park next to Park Orchard Elementary school and have been involved at many levels coaching the youth of our community. Garth has given countless volunteer... Full story
It is a rare occurrence that four family members can go on an expedition in the sage brush that surrounds us and come out with smiles. Yes, it was opening day for rifle deer season and I was out there once again. The difference this year was that instead of just Cousin Cory, two boys tagged along. But it did not start out that way. As all you hunters out there know, you can’t just jump in the truck and go hunting; you got to have a plan. Levi and I thought we had one, too. Dave Finch had g... Full story
1 Years Ago After seven months in Iraq, Lance Cpl. Johnny Holt returned stateside, much to the joy of his friends and family. Holt is a 1999 Lake Roosevelt High School graduate who volunteered to go to Iraq as an administration clerk with the 7th Marine Regiment. The Raider Volleyball team split two matches last week, a win over Tonasket and a loss to Okanogan. In the win Lauren Barnaby/Barry had three aces, Jordan Ruiz had five kills and Jessica Loe had four blocks. 20 Years Ago Both houses of Congress last week passed a bill approving a... Full story
John Andrew Grant (84) Longtime employee and goodwill ambassador to visitors from across the world to the Grand Coulee Dam, Washington's Visitors' Center passed away surrounded by his loving wife and family in his Nespelem, Washington home during the late hours of Sunday, October 5, 2014. John was born September 5, 1930, at Medicine Valley on the Yakima Reservation at the home of his grandmother, Agnes Yemowit-Dixon, to Andrew and Ida Williams-Grant. After his father passed away the family... Full story
Alumni Association to Meet Tonight Grand Coulee High School Alumni Association will hold its fall meeting on Wednesday, October 15, 2014, at 1:00 P.M., at United Methodist Church, 406 Center Street in Grand Coulee. Anyone who attended any of the Grand Coulee schools is invited to attend. The main objective of the Association is the awarding of scholarships each year to graduates of the local high school. There will be a report regarding this year’s recipients’ enrollment in their respective schools. We’ll also hear responses to the last newsl... Full story
Electric City Councilmember Brad Parrish caught this monster king salmon in the Columbia River near Richland. His grandson, Isaiah Parrish from Spokane, is holding it for the picture. The only scales available topped out at 40 pounds. The scale quickly dropped to the peg, so Brad says it must have weighed over 40 pounds. He said his arms were tired from bringing in the huge salmon. - submitted photo... Full story
Elizabeth Ferguson and Sean Waters of Coulee Dam are proud to announce the birth of their son Seamus Nikolai Waters on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2014, at Coulee Medical Center in Grand Coulee. He weighed 9 lbs., 6 oz., and was 20 inches in length at birth. Sibling includes Oliver Reeve Waters age 3. Maternal grandparents are Perry and Vanessa Ferguson of Albuquerque, N.M., Paternal grandparents are Colleen Waters and Ronald Louie of Nespelem.... Full story
Natasha and Shane Marchand are proud to announce the birth of their daughter Hadley Jo Marchand, born Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2014, at Coulee Medical Center in Grand Coulee. She weighed 6 lbs., 12 oz., and was 18 inches in length at birth. Sibling includes Emma Warnecke age 10.... Full story
Richard and Emily Keller of Spokane, Wash., are proud to announce the birth of their adorable son Levi Joseph Keller, born Friday, Oct. 3, 2014, at Holy Family Hospital. He weighed 9 lbs., 6 oz., and was 22 inches in length at birth. Proud maternal grandma is Megan Reyes and great-grandparents Howard and Jane Roberts, all of Electric City. Paternal grandparents are Richard and Priscella Keller of Spokane. He is also welcomed by his favorite Aunt Chelsea.... Full story
Brandi and Jason Clark of Coulee Dam are proud to announce the birth of their son Ryder Cole Clark, born Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, at Coulee Medical Center in Grand Coulee. He weighed 5 lbs., 9 oz., and was 19-1/2 inches in length at birth.... Full story
Kesha One Owl and Jesus Llamas of Grand Coulee are proud to announce the birth of their son Kyien Ismael Llamas One Owl on Friday, Oct. 3, 2014, at Coulee Medical Center in Grand Coulee. He weighed 9 lbs., and was 21 inches in length at birth. Siblings include Letisia Llamas 14 and Joda Llamas 5. Maternal grandparents are Leona One Owl and Coyote Hall of Oliver B.C. Canada. Paternal grandparents are Maria Nunez and Auralio Llamas of Zaatecas Mexico.... Full story
CITY OF ELECTRIC CITY PROPOSED 2015 BUDGET HEARINGS, AVAILABILITY OF 2015 PRELIMINARY BUDGET FINAL BUDGET HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN a copy of the 2015 Preliminary Budget for the City of Electric City will be available to the public on November 14, 2014, at the City Clerk’s office, 10 Western Avenue, Electric City, WA. All interested persons will be given the opportunity to provide both written and oral comments on the 2015 preliminary budget. City Hall is handicapped accessible. Upon request of the Clerk’s Office (633-1510) a copy wil... Full story
The annual membership meeting of the Okanogan County Historical Society is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 18 at 10 a.m. at the Malott Grange Hall. The agenda includes discussion of how to best utilize original water colors by Sally Ward donated by her daughter, Susan. Ward was a prolific artist who lived in Omak for a time. She died in 2010 at the age of 101 in Tucson, Arizona. Following the meeting, guest speaker Scott Krieter, from Wells Dam, will talk about the upcoming remodeling slated for the summer of 2015 at the Wells Dam Overlook. Plans... Full story
