Grand entry

The grand entry marked the beginning of Coulee Medical Center's fourth annual Gathering of Wellness Powwow, led by the traditional eagle staff, and flags of the United States, The Colville Tribes and POWs missing in action. In the parking lot across the highway from the hospital, the event, which has grown each year, attracted 37 sponsors and trade booths, including some of the hospital's own departments. They do everything from handing out educational flyers to selling powwow paraphernalia. Cheryl Grunlose carried the U.S. flag. Andy Joseph Jr carried the Colville Tribes' flag. - Scott Hunter photo