Coulee Dam firefighters honored

Five Coulee Dam firefighters who are retiring, and collectively have served over 150 years, were honored last Friday at a North Dam Park barbecue. Pictured from the left, with their years of service, are Robert Carlson (34), Bonnie Femling (34), Ben Alling (40) and Brett Seaver (30). Not pictured is Robert Jackson, who had 16 years service. Others with over 30 years service who are continuing as volunteers are Carl Sheehy, Ken Dexter, Leonard Sanders, Rick Paris, and Dale Carriere. Representatives from Douglas County Fire District 3, Electric City VFD, Grand Coulee VFD and ambulance, Coulee Dam VFD, and Colville Tribal EMS and Fire Department attended. About 70 turned out for the event. - submitted photo