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POMEROY–The Garfield County 4-H program needs adult volunteers to be club leaders for all interest areas. In addition, volunteers are especially needed for family living clubs which includes cooking, sewing, crafting, knitting/crochet. There has been an expressed interest in robotics, shooting sports and photography. The 4-H programs are for kids who live in the country, kids in the city and kids everywhere in between. 4-H welcomes both boys and girls and all races and religions. More boys a...
POMEROY–The Garfield County Board of Commissioners (BOCC) approved a grant application, an inter-fund transfer, and a master application for ancillary insurance policies at their meeting on October 2. The application for a Capital Improvement grant from Washington State Department of Agriculture in the amount of $66,589.60 is to potentially cover replacements of the grandstands at the Garfield County Fairgrounds. The current wooden grandstands present a safety risk to fair-goers and others w...
POMEROY–Garfield County will hold a combined Appliance Amnesty, Tire Amnesty and free Chipper Day for county residents on Saturday, Oct. 7, from 8 a.m.–2 p.m. the old rock pit off Gould City-Mayview Rd. Disposed items must fall within the following guidelines. Tires should have rims removed and be free of dirt and water. NO combine tires. Appliance items such as dishwashers, hot water heaters, stoves, air conditioners, refrigerators, washer/dryers, and freezers will be accepted. No TVs. What can you bring? Clean yard and garden debris will be...
The 2023 Garfield County Fair enjoyed a wonderful three-day run with outstanding weather, plenty of exhibits for visitors to peruse, a lively livestock auction and an action-packed rodeo. Here Weston Zipse won goat tail untying during that event at the Pony Puncher's Rodeo Sunday afternoon of Fair Weekend. There's more information and photos available on this web edition. -Submitted photo...
POMEROY–The Garfield County Transportation Authority (CTA) introduced their newly hired operational manager and decided to surplus a 2015 Ford van at their meeting on September 18. The CTA has hired Callie Carnahan as the new operational manager, following an application and interview process. The 2015 Ford Transit van E507 will be listed to a government surplus website. The van has over 160,000 miles on the odometer, and has been relegated to second backup vehicle. It has not been used much s...
POMEROY–The Garfield County Public Health District established an investment policy and amount, received additional policy and accounting funding and passed several resolutions at their meeting on September 18. The Public Health District passed Resolution 2023-16, creating an investment policy for the District that follows the investment policy for Garfield County very closely, as well as Resolution 2023-17, approving an investment amount of $500,000. The Garfield County Treasurer will m...
Ten Years Ago October 2, 2013 To make the area around Pomeroy Elementary School at 10th and Columbia streets safer for students arriving and departing school, southbound traffic on 10th, between Columbia and Pataha streets, is prohibited during drop-off and pickup times when school is in session. School district superintendent Doug LaMunyan, working with the City of Pomeroy and the Garfield County Sheriff's Office, came up with the plan that would improve safety and "meet the needs of citizens...
By Charlotte Baker POMEROY–The Garfield County Fair was packed with exhibits, events, activities and visiting which so many enjoyed. The weather was toasty warm, requiring cooling fans in the livestock barns; and plenty of cooling treats, burgers, taco salads; clothing vendors, balloon art; music, more food vendors; ice cream, sno-cones; more visiting; cake and ice cream; church, singing, bouncy house, vintage displays, and museum tours, topped off with a rootin', tootin' rodeo to close out t...
The Garfield County Fair enjoyed sunshine and laughter like that which comes from these youngsters who were having a blast with the Balloon Man. There was something for everyone at this year's fair: food, fresh air, livestock, music, history, demonstrations...the list goes on and on. Visit https://www.eastwashingtonian.com/photos/09_21_2023 for more pictures from the weekend, including Friday evening's Fair Parade, exhibits such as fine art, food preservation, crafts and more. -EW photo by...
POMEROY–The Garfield County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) discussed the cougar threat to Pomeroy, planned a resumption of previous meeting schedule, and approved contracts and resolutions at their meeting on September 18. Jim McKeirnan approached the board with a cougar attack on one of his sheep, located on Highway 12 just east of Pomeroy, and stated his concern for the safety of children and livestock. He found his ewe Sunday morning with injuries indicating an assault by a cougar a...
Ten Years Ago September 25, 2013 The Centennial Celebration of Pomeroy's Seeley Theatre and Opera House will be held this weekend, with activities at the theater building and on 7th Street throughout that afternoon and evening. Pomeroy Community Center, which owns the facility, and the Seeley Theatre Committee, which is overseeing its restoration, are coordinating activities for the 100th birthday party. Highlighting the day is the Seeley Music Festival that will feature 10 local, alumni, and...
The hard work and diligence of Garfield County's young 4-H club and FFA chapter members were on full display at the Garfield County Fair....
POMEROY–The 2023 Garfield County Fair "Barn in the USA" begins Friday and continues through Sunday, September 15–17, opening at 10 a.m. and shuttering at 5 p.m. each day. The Garfield County Fair week began Tuesday when entries started arriving. Judging will take place at various times. The "Fair" opens Friday, highlighted by the traditional Fair Parade down Main Street on Friday night at 5:30 p.m., followed by a Teen Dance at the Concession breezeway at the fairgrounds between 7:30-10 p.m. Sat...
POMEROY-The Garfield County Hospital District Board of Commissioners approved a staff reappointment, two policy updates, and approved a letter of support to staff at their meeting on September 5. The reappointment of Andrew Park, M.D., as a part-time physician at Garfield County Memorial Hospital was approved. Dr. Park has been with GCHD since 2017. The Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) plan policy was updated to align with Center of Medicare and Medicaid Services...
POMEROY–The Stay Active and Independent for Life Class (SAIL), sponsored by Garfield County Public Health, returns for a ten-week program at the Senior Center located at 695 Main St., on Tuesday, September 26 through November 28, at 1:15-2:30 p.m. SAIL is a fitness program for adults 65 and older that provides an opportunity to exercise often to improve strength, endurance, and balance all to help prevent the chance of falling. To sign up for the class, please call Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 509-843-3412. Space is limited t...
Ten Years Ago September 18, 2013 2013 Garfield County Fair and Rodeo Queen Taylor Prince and Princess Emily Wolf greeted Fair Parade watchers Friday afternoon under bright, sunny skies. The Fair court won the award for Best Equine Entry in the parade. The warm weather, with the temperatures in the mid-90s, didn't discourage attendance at the Fair throughout the weekend, according to reports. Twenty-Five Years Ago September 16, 1998 The Garfield County Memorial Hospital will receive $39,254 in...
POMEROY–The traditional celebration announcing the new 2023 Hall of Fame Honoree will take place at Spinners Maple Hall on Saturday, September 16 at 6:30-8:30 a.m. This year, the Chamber of Commerce will recognize Susie Bowles as the 2023 Hall of Fame Fair Honoree. The Pomeroy Chamber of Commerce's annual tradition of honoring a long-time Garfield County Fair volunteer will be held at the Spinners Maple with a full Cowboy Breakfast. The award will be given by Pomeroy Chamber President Ashley D...
Ten Years Ago September 11, 2013 Spinners News-August was fairly slow for Spinners in terms of events and functions. Many members were busy with harvest and other summer work. We did help Town and Country by offering bar services August 9 and 10 for its Elvis Impersonator Shows. A few Spinners die-hards have already been focusing on the fair! The Spinners baked potato booth is a historic icon at the Garfield County Fair. It is also one of our Spinner's biggest fundraisers for the year, so we...
Ten years ago September 4, 2013 Blue Mountain Artisan Group's Art Center at 745 Main St. has the new "Autumn Colors" show hung. According to art group presidents Mary Flerchinger, "We have new steam punk from Paula Lahti, new fabric art from Jen Witted and a fabulous collection of water colors from Shirley Erlandsen of Spokane Valley. Mary said the center's display has a good assortment of greeting cards of original art work, photography, and craft cards. Twenty-Five Years Ago September 2, 1998...
POMEROY––With the demise of Columbia Pulp, the concept of finding a use for the plentiful wheat straw produced in southeastern Washington may be continued by a local entrepreneur who, if investment capital is raised and plans come to fruition, could bring a new industry and 30 full-time jobs to Garfield County. If all goes as planned, molded four-cup carriers made from locally produced wheat and barley straw may be manufactured in Pomeroy, says Kyler Lovgren, CEO of Palouse Fiber Holdings, LLC...
POMEROY-The Garfield County board of commissioners (BOCC) approved support of a letter from the Eastern Washington Coalition of Governments and discussed use of the impound lot at their meeting on August 21. The commissioners voted to add Garfield County to the support signatures on a letter from EWCOG to the Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife, opposing a draft policy. The letter states that the wording of the policy contains some ambiguities that undermine public trust of the poli...
Ten Years Ago August 28, 2013 A tradition spanning two generations and over three decades will come to an end when Vickie Shelton closes the doors of The Victorian Rose & Collectibles for the final time at the end of August. Vickie bought The Flower Basket in June, 1994, from her mother Sue Deveney, who had purchased the shop in 1982. "Now, due to some health issues, I need to slow down and take care of myself," Vickie said of her decision to close the shop. Twenty Five Years Ago August 26, 1998...
POMEROY–Lawrence Huntley, a Hammer Dulcimer musician will be part of the entertainment offered during the Garfield County Fair September 15 and 16 at 12-2 p.m. Huntley explores the traditional music and rhythms from many of the different cultures where the dulcimer can be found. He also plays original melodies and shares the history of the tunes. He has been playing the hammer dulcimer since 1982, performing for thousands of public and private engagements throughout the Pacific Northwest and b...
POMEROY-The Garfield County Public Health District board passed a resolution and discussed investments at their meeting on August 21. Resolution 2023-12 accepts a Solid Waste Investigation grant from the Washington State Department of Ecology, in the amount of $7,500 over the course of two years. The grant will allow the Health District to reimburse City of Pomeroy or Garfield County employees for their time spent in investigating solid waste incidents. The grant does not include funds for...
POMEROY-The Garfield County Transportation Authority, (CTA), held a public hearing on the Transit Development six-year plan. No comments were made, and no written comments were turned in. The plan was adopted after the hearing. The CTA also discussed the operations manager position, which has been filled by the hiring of Callie Carnahan. Carnahan will start September 1....