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POMEROY–One fine sunny Monday, Severin Harris Fisher, son of Nichola and Paul Fisher of New York, and grandson of local resident Connie and Jim Harris; and Allie Gingerich, daughter of Kent and Lacey Gingerich and granddaughter of Lisa and Brad Gingerich, found a worthwhile purpose for one long, hot day of summer. They opened a lemonade stand outside of the Pomeroy Pharmacy and Meyers Hardware stores on Main Street. The two young aspiring entrepreneurs decided to provide a service to the c...
A single-car rollover July 9, about a mile east of Waitsburg on Highway 12 resulted in a totaled vehicle and roadside vegetation catching fire, and the driver was saved from injury by a passerby, according to the Washington State Patrol. Justin Brady, 47, Kennewick was eastbound when he lost control of the 1997 Mazda pickup he was driving, overcorrected and rolled, according to Trooper Jacob Grandstaff. The pickup went toward a power pole, struck a fence and caught fire, an alert passerby...
By Charlotte Baker POMEROY–The Pirate Swim Team took second place in over-all scoring events during two swim meets; one at the pool in Colfax against Colfax and Garfield, Palouse, Oakesdale, and Plummer (GPOP) on July 13, and the other swim was at the pool in Endicott against St. John-Endicott-LaCrosse-Washtucna on July 11. The Pirate Swim Team is looking good this year sporting a new young group of swimmers, scoring 381 over all with a 180 in the women team rankings and a 201 in the Men team r...
POMEROY–The Scott Williams and Ed Dahmen team won the High School Golf Program Annual Fourth of July fundraiser tournament at Crystal Springs Gold Club on July 4. It was sponsored by several local businesses and two from the Lewis and Clark Valley. Out of 21 participating teams, Williams and Dahmen won the Fourth of July Golf Tournament with a score of one under par 61 in the three-format tournament. The Al Damron and Scott Young team finished second at 63 with Dean and Deavon Caruso coming i...
By Charlotte Baker As I was breezing through Facebook recently, I read a message by one of my friends (unnamed for privacy reasons) questioning the pool district. I wanted to bring this to people who do not have internet, Facebook, or do not use Facebook, because it is an important consideration. (My opinion follows). The message reads like this (unedited): So I ask for imput on the information about the pool that Columbia County will be voting on and how it differs from what a different committee had been trying to do to get a pool opened...
MOSES LAKE, Wash.–Garfield sent two 4-H judging teams and one individual to completed at the state 4-H Livestock Judging event there on June 24, scoring well. The two teams were made up of Garfield County and one Columbia County 4-H members. They are from back left to right Jack Baser, Judson Hall, Tyler Dixon, Kendyl Tetrick, Sidney Wolf, and Treyton Kimble. Front row is Robbie Wolf and Ladd Baser One of the Intermediate team members competing were Jack Baser, Treyton Kimble, Tyler Dixon, a...
WAITSBURG–The Christian Women’s’ Luncheon featuring “The Treasure Box” presented by speaker Cora Brantner, is scheduled to meet at the Waitsburg Town Hall on July 12 at 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. The Christian Women’s Luncheon at the Waitsburg Town Hall on July 12 at 11:30 a.m. will feature Maple Valley, Wash., author, editor, speaker, vocal soloist, and children’s book illustrator Cora Brantner. In addition, Dixie Ferguson from Walla Walla, representing the Doughnut Dollies, will be the special feature. Music will be by Davi Ann Gannon from W...
POMEROY–The Blue Mountain Artisan Guild presents the Wood/Metal art show and reception at the Main St. gallery on July 6 at 5 p.m. Adult artist John Lawson and Doug Maxey, two very talented wood workers, will be featured at the Wood/Metal art show sponsored by Mary and Steve Flerchinger, through July. In addition, the very talented young Merritt Scoggin will join them as the show's featured junior artist. A reception highlighting the artist and their work is planned in the main space of the B...
POMEROY–Local High School 2023 graduate Jillian Herres and daughter of Hick and Piper Herres, signed her letter of intent to play women's basketball at the Blue Mountain Community College. Herres began her sports career at an early age and progressively developed her skills in each sport and as time passed, basketball became predominant and where she centered her focus. "Growing up I was always participating in multiple sports such as volleyball, softball, swim team, and basketball, said H...
POMEROY–The Blue Mountain Artisan (BMAG) young student summer classes begin Tuesday June 27 and will continue each Tuesday, July 11, 18, and 25 at 10-11 a.m. and again at 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. The BMAG young student art classes begin June 27 and will continue each Tuesday, July 11, 18, and 25. Two class times will be available; one starting at 10 a.m. and the next at 11:30 a.m. A list of scheduled art projects is available at the art building. There is no early registration, sign in on the d...
POMEROY–The summer pool season opened with a free admission on Sunday, June 11, and swim team practice started Monday, June 12 ,with retuning and many new participants. For those wishing to cool off during the afternoon or early evening hours, the pool will open from 1-5 p.m. and again at 6-8 p.m. Season passes are available for individuals ($85), family of four ($265) plus ($55) additional charge for each person added to that package, or pay for admittance daily ($3.50). To participate on t...
POMEROY–The graduating class of 2023 took their positions on the risers facing family, friends, teachers, administrators, school board members, and supporters at the 132nd Commencement Ceremony in the High School Gymnasium, Saturday, June 3 at 2:30 p.m. Magic filled the air when 17 Pomeroy High School graduates processed through the ceremonial arch, down the aisle to "Pomp and Circumstance" by Edward Elgar, passed their greatest supporters, to the risers where they took their place of p...
POMEROY––Town will be hopping this weekend as Pomeroy High alums, history buffs, and friends, family and acquaintances of the George Scoggin Family converge on Garfield County for the 2023 edition of Pioneer Days. The weekend gets rolling on Friday with the Pomeroy High School All-Class Reunion at the Pataha Flour Mill, with festivities beginning at 10 a.m. As is traditional, various classes will be holding reunions at a number of locations around town. Reunion activities will be taking pla...
POMEROY–The 2023 Senior Class will soon take their final stroll through the doors of the gymnasium where they are to be solemnly seated, honoring their final day as Pomeroy High School Students at the 132nd Commencement Ceremony on June 3 at 2:30 p.m. Graduation will begin with the seniors entering to Pomp and Circumstance by Edward Elgar, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance given by ASB President Jillian Herres. The Welcome will be given by Senior Class President Kendall Dixon The S...
SPOKANE–Over 440 youth exhibitors from across the Pacific Northwest and beyond gathered for the 88th Annual Junior Livestock Show of Spokane, held at the Spokane Co. Fair and Expo Center in May. In addition to market and showmanship competitions, youth participated in skill events including meats and livestock judging, speaking competitions, and various activities. Home of the Washington FFA State Livestock Judging Contest, over 230 members travelled to vie for the state title. Over 150 youth p...
DAYTON–Two performances of buckin', snortin' hide and hair will raise the excitement level at the 2023 Dayton Days-Columbia County Fair Rodeo, this Friday and Saturday, May 26 and 27. The first session kicks off at 6 p.m. Friday and will feature bareback and saddle bronc riding, breakaway roping, tie-down roping, ranch bronc riding, steer wrestling and riding, team roping, barrel racing, chute dogging and bull riding. Two drill teams–the Walla Walla Wagonettes Drill Team and the Cowboy Chu...
POMEROY–The 2023 Senior Class will begin the final days as PHS Seniors with Baccalaureate in the High School cafetorium at 7 p.m. Then the Senior Class will take their final stroll through the doors of the gymnasium, to be solemnly seated, honoring their final day as Pomeroy High School Students on June 3 at 2:30 p.m. Students to be honored are Valedictorian Katherine Mae Boyer Boyer, Salutatorian Chase Jillian Caruso; Tyler James Bagby, Sidney Steen Bales, Brady Ervin Bott, Kendall Jean D...
POMEROY–The Garfield County Pioneer Association Alpowa-Valentine area tour is May 20 beginning at 8 a.m. The Garfield County Pioneer Association Alpowa-Valentine area tour set for May 20. Those riding the bus will meet at the Garfield County Museum on 708 Columbia Street at 8 a.m. The cost per person to ride buses is $20. Those taking the tour using their own vehicles can make a donation. All participants, including those driving their own vehicles must call Diana Burt at 509-843-1732 for reservations....
POMEROY–Candidate filing period begins in-person or online May 15-19, 2023 at the Garfield County Auditor's office during business regular hours of 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. and 1-5 p.m. By mail registration began May 1 and will end May 19. Those who are planning to run for an open position can register beginning Monday and Friday, May 15–19, 2023. To file online, go to http://voter.votewa.gov/candidatefiling/candidatelogin.aspx. In–person filing can be done at the Garfield County Auditor's offic...
POMEROY–The East Washingtonian, the 141-year-old historical Garfield County document, will expand coverage area, information, and readership with bordering Columbia County, highlighting common interest articles, sports, events and advertising, in the upcoming May 18, 2023 edition. The East Washingtonian has finally seen the light, that two relatively close communities of Dayton and Pomeroy, share more than geographical commonalities and family connections. We share organizations, events, f...
POMEROY–The Aging and Long-Term Care presents Senior Health Resource Fair at the Senior Center on Wednesday, May 18 at 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. The Aging and Long-Term Care organization is conducting a resource fair for those wanting information on what is available to senior citizens in Pomeroy and immediate area. At this free event, some of the information vendors are ADRC, Pomeroy Assist, BMAC Housing and Electricity, Clarkston Homecare Service, Coast Transportation, Family Resource Home Care, Garfield County Fire District, Garfield County H...
POMEROY–The Friends of Denny Ashby Library and Denny Ashby Library present Mushrooms in the Blues, by G. Paul Miller, a free event The Friends of Denny Ashby Library and Denny Ashby Library invite the community to a free presentation of Mushrooms in the Blues, by G. Paul Miller. This free event takes place at Garfield County Senior Center on May 17 at 1 p.m. Miller will provide information on edible fungi, in edible ones and how to tell the difference between them. For more information, c...
POMEROY–The 2023 Pomeroy Community Assessment is scheduled to be presented at the Community Forum at the Pataha Flour Mill on Tuesday, May 9 at 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Lunch will be provided. Survey results conducted this year by SEWEDA in February and March, will be the topic of discussion. The survey was available in two forms; the first as an online questionnaire, and "a second was a CEDS board made available to the public at various community events and locations, including the Senior Center, City H...
POMEROY–In the aftermath of a devastating barn fire just a week ago, the Community Bible Church of Dayton and a passel of friends and neighbors put together a traditional barn raising, something my parents and grandparents–and generations of farmers preceding them–would have done for their neighbors under similar circumstances. Approximately 50 adults plus children came to the Robert and Ruth Yutzy place at 410 Emerson Road in Garfield County, just outside the Columbia County boundary, Satur...
POMEROY–Our community is a fine one for people to live in while in their retirement years. The East Washingtonian recognizes that fact and has assembled a special section on the subject of "Senior Connections" for our friends and neighbors in Pomeroy and Garfield County. There are a plethora of organizations and businesses ready, willing and able to serve those in "The Golden Years." In celebration of these entities, we invite you to thumb through our first annual Senior Connections guide and h...