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DAYTON–Pending approval of a final order on January 3, 2024 in a King County Superior Court room, the defunct Columbia Pulp I, LLC will be no more. UMB Bank, N.A. was left holding the bag to the tune of $246,378,528.25 after two secured claims were satisfied by the proceeds from the sale of Columbia Pulp's assets earlier this year, information in court documents pertaining to the Columbia Pulp I, LLC receivership show. Columbia County held a secured tax claim of $2.228 million, and the R...
POMEROY-The Garfield County Board of Commissioners (BOCC) discussed June Dunbeck's retirement from the civil service board; a newly received grant; and concerns raised about at their meeting on December 18. June Dunbeck is retiring from the civil service board after serving for over 30 years. She will attend her last meeting on January 9. "We appreciate the years of service June has given the county," Commissioner Justin Dixon stated. The county has received a shoreline planning competitive...
POMEROY-The Garfield County Republicans held a caucus at the Pataha Flour Mill on December 20, to discuss strategy options before the Precinct Caucus planned for January 13. Discussion included the threat of quagga mussel that have been discovered in the Snake River. Representative Mary Dye stressed the importance of involvement from the voters of the county....
Pomeroy High School Senior Hannah Bagby recently spearheaded a drive for toiletry items to benefit members of the Pomeroy and Garfield County community through Pomeroy Assist. Bagby and other generous individuals in the community provided some 23 families and 64 children with gifts that made their wishes come true. The families were also able to use gift certificates at the Pomeroy Food Center, which generously donated oranges for the stockings filled by volunteers with Pomeroy Assist. Also...
DAYTON–After a short-lived shutdown, Ski Bluewood opened the day after Christmas to skiers and snowboard riders, operating on limited terrain and runs. The area had opened December 14 under limited, early season operating conditions then ceased operations on December 20 when a warming trend in the weather depleted snow depths at the base. As of early this week, Bluewood is reporting 25 inches at the summit, 11 inches at the base and has received five inches within the past 48 hours (Christmas E...
“There are far better things ahead than we leave behind.” – C. S. Lewis...
By Greg Hall Certified Substance Use Disorder Professional Blue Mountain Counseling Dayton Happy New Year! For some maybe. For others it is just another day. Another day of wondering how they are going to get what they need. I don’t mean food, shelter or clothing. I mean alcohol and/or other drugs. There is a lot of misinformation in the area of drug and alcohol dependence. One such myth is that people do drugs to get high. Although this is true in the beginning for some, after a certain amount of time, alcohol and drug use become a need and n...
A great many farmers and ranchers identify with Paul Harvey’s iconic poem, “So God Made a Farmer,” but this time of year, I prefer the editorial from Francis B. Church, “Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus.” Whether you read Paul Harvey’s poignant poem or Francis Church’s editorial to set the tone for your holiday season, both point to the need for belief and hope. Harvey wrote, “And on the 8th day, God looked down on his planned paradise and said, ‘I need a caretaker’ – so God made a Farmer.” Similarly, Church penned, “Yes, Virginia,...
To the editor, Recently in a volley of texts with the editor we each made case of how to handle and how best to respond to the way the leadership is destroying our country, and how best to showcase their talents. My subtle way to bring light to the situation was to take a twenty-inch, three-day old, dead sucker fish and slap them silly across the face with it. I interpreted the editor's solution, as to shaking a finger at them while having a stern look on our face and tapping our feet angrily....
Having a cold is not fun. A stuffy nose, sniffles, sore throat, and other symptoms make having a cold a generally unpleasant experience. According to data collected by the Consumer Healthcare Products Association, the average consumer shops for over-the counter medicine 26 times a year, with peak visits occurring in the wintertime, when colds and flu infections are more prominent. To make cold-related matters worse, a U.S. Food and Drug Administration panel concluded in September 2023 that the...
Sufficient sleep is often an unsung hero of overall health. When people gets enough sleep, their bodies are in better position to fend off illness and the rest ensures they have enough energy to tackle whatever challenges they confront. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine and the Sleep Research Society jointly recommend that adults get at least seven hours of sleep per night. A good night's sleep is often discussed in terms of how it can affect physical health, but adequate rest also can...
It is normal to feel nervous from time to time, particularly when anticipating a potentially life-changing event. However, when nervousness is excessive, persistent and intense, or arises from seemingly innocuous stimuli, that could indicate the presence of an anxiety disorder. What is anxiety? The American Psychiatric Association says anxiety is a normal response to stress. Anxiety disorders differ from normal nervousness because they involve excessive fear. The APA also says anxiety disorders...
Ten Years Ago January 1, 2014 Pomeroy Gun Club's ten week shoot will actually be 11 weeks again this year because the Spokesman Review 8 week contest will begin one week earlier than the Camas Prairie 10 week competition. The Spokesman Review shoot starts Sunday January 5th and the Camas Prairie will begin competition on January 12th. Twenty-Five Years Ago December 30, 1998 High winds Saturday and Sunday knocked over utility sheds and blew off shingles around the county but Sheriff Larry Bowles...
Olympia – Winter storms can have significant impact on local communities. They can be both destructive and disruptive. Know what to do before, during and after a storm. The Washington State Fire Marshal's Office reminds everyone that taking preparedness actions now, can make a big difference in protecting you and your family from winter dangers. Follow these important reminders: -Ensure smoke alarms are in working order and test them monthly. -Know two ways out of your home in case of an emergen...
If you watched late-night TV from 1962 to 1992, you probably heard Ed McMahon introduce Johnny Carson with the words, “Here’s Johnny.” Ed and his introduction, “Here’s Johnny,” became almost as well known as the star himself. However, Ed was not the star of the show: Johnny was. Something similar happened with John the Baptist and Jesus. John was very popular among the people. Yet, John was not to be the star, Jesus was. John’s mission was to prepare the way for the Lord’s coming: to anno...
OLYMPIA–The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is opening a public comment period on its updated draft of the North of Falcon Policy for the 2024-28 salmon fishery planning process. The draft of the North of Falcon Policy directs the WDFW to manage salmon and steelhead fisheries using a science-based, transparent approach and consistent with all conservation and legal obligations. "Public feedback on this updated policy is critical," said Kyle Adicks, WDFW Intergovernmental S...
RICHLAND–It was nip and tuck for the first three quarters against Liberty Christian, but the Pirates hung on thanks to a nine-point spurt by Cesar Morfin in the third quarter, finishing with a 51-46 win over the Patriots here Thursday, Dec. 21. Pomeroy clobbered St. John-Endicott/LaCrosse 75-19 at home Dec. 19. The Bucs visit Waitsburg Saturday before starting the new year off at Genessee Jan. 4. Pomeroy and Liberty finished the first eight minutes 11-11, then the Pirates bumped to a slim 2...
LEWISTON–The Lady Pirates lost a close one to Liberty Christian on December 21 before breaking for the Christmas holiday. Next up for the Pirate girls basketball squad is a three-day tournament in Lewiston. The Lady Bucs are now 1-3 in SE1B Wheat Division play, 2-4 overall. Following the holiday-break tourney, the squad jumps into the second half of the season January 4 at Genessee. Pomeroy trailed by one point at halftime, 16-15 against the Lady Patriots and were outscored by just a few baskets...