City council member dies unexpectedly

Grand Coulee city council member and business owner Mike Horne died unexpectedly on Oct. 26 at the age of 54.

Horne had served on the Grand Coulee city council since November of 2016, and lived and worked in the city, owning both MPH Auto and the Hi Dam tavern. 

"The City was saddened to learn of the passing of Mike Horne," a Nov. 1 statement from the city reads. "Mike served on the Grand Coulee City Council from November 2016 to present. We greatly appreciate Mike's years of service to the community, not only on city council but also through his businesses. We would like to extend our deepest sympathy to Mike's family and loved ones."