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We're all in this together
The question of whether to continue studying the question of whether to create a “regional fire authority” is still active, although two local departments that would be affected have not yet sent in a letter of intent to agree to pursue it. Fire chiefs from Electric City and Grand Coulee spoke with Electric City’s city council Tuesday night with an update on the topic. Ryan Fish, Grand Coulee’s chief, said he hoped Electric City was still planning on supporting that effort, following a stall in momentum since last August. Fish said he...
Rob Carroll poses with the sign he was carrying in Saturday's protest on Midway next to a Christmas wreath that had been repurposed to note the death of Renee Good, who was killed by an ICE agent in Minnesota last Wednesday. Carroll said his sign quotes her last words, which she spoke to the agent. The killing of the 37-year-old citizen by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent shocked the nation, sending masses of people into the streets of cities to protest what many see as the Trump...
While a lot of energy is put into celebrating the achievements of athletes in local schools, another celebration is in planning to do the same — for academic achievements. Grand Coulee Dam School District Superintendent Rod Broadnax told the school board Monday that, although the district honors students who meet certain goals with a special event on a regular basis, it’s been suggested to do more to bring in parents to celebrate with students for successes in their studies. “As a matter of fact, I got an earful from a parent after an...
Grand Coulee Dam School District Superintendent Rog Broadnax presented a certificate of thanks Monday night to teacher Ethan Tatum "in recognition of your hard work and dedication to the children of the Grand Coulee Dam School District." Tatum, who teaches Spanish and English Language Arts, told The Star later that after being told to attend the school board meeting, he had thought he might be expected to discuss curricula decisions made last year; the award was a complete surprise. "It has...
A new federal program aimed at improving health care in rural communities awarded Washington more than $181 million last week. State leaders argue the money will be helpful, but ultimately will fail to offset anticipated revenue shortfalls from Medicaid cuts. The large sum comes from the Rural Health Transformation Fund, a $50 billion program in the so-called One Big Beautiful Bill that Congress passed in July. Congress intended the fund to allay worries about the legislation’s cuts to Medicaid and how they would impact rural hospitals....
Rex, an extra short, red corgi, keeps an eye on his approaching canine friend from the fishing beach at Crescent Bay on Lake Roosevelt while people fishing don't seem to mind as he walks under their lines supported in the sand. - Scott Hunter...
Last Friday, the Washington State Supreme Court issued a ruling that, for once, I can agree with — a decision that clears the way for a long-standing problem to be addressed. That decision stems from a lawsuit brought by the Washington State Association of Counties (WSAC), in which Lincoln County, along with Yakima County and Pacific County, are plaintiffs, challenging how public defense is funded in Washington. The lawsuit was first heard in Thurston County Superior Court, where the judge ruled that counties did not have standing to bring...
My duty as US citizen is to try to stay politically informed which includes closely following my US Representative Michael Baumgartner. As such, I subscribe to his weekly, often quite lengthy, Friday evening emails and read them carefully. Unfortunately, they’re mostly filled with politically motivated platitudes, and who or where he visited. The visits are generally with Fifth Congressional District individuals and organizations, mainly supporters, although most recently Nigeria at the invitation of President Donald Trump who threatened to...
Twice in my life I have been beaten by a door. The first time was in Houston while we were in Texas visiting my brother, some years ago. He was taking us to a fancy restaurant for dinner. We entered the restaurant through a revolving door. Just when I was in my small compartment in the door, the door jammed. Here I was trapped in my own little space. It took them some time before they could free the door and yours truly. Meanwhile, my brother was fuming because he was embarrassed. The next time, it was here in Electric City and the famous, or...
In the race to reshore manufacturing and stay ahead of foreign competition, America needs an abundance of added skilled workers and electricity sources. “Electrify Everything” has been our recent political mantra as key politicians race to replace natural gas and coal-fired generation with vast fields and wildlands of wind turbines and solar panels. However, that strategy has glaring glitches, which could derail our economic recovery and job creation. For example, it is bureaucratic nightmare siting power lines and reliable power plants....
January 16, 1917, German Foreign Minister, Arthur Zimmerman sent a telegram to the General Minister to Mexico, von Eckhardt, offering United States territory to Mexico in return for joining the German cause of World War 1. British cryptographers deciphered the telegram. The British government waited to present the deciphered telegram to President Wilson, as there was an ever-growing anti-German sentiment in the U.S. Late February 1917, President Wilson received the encrypted telegram from the British, it was published widely in the press on...
Local photographer Nora Jenn, right, hands an $800 check to Grand Coulee Dam Area Senior Center President Edna Hauser. Jenn's donation was made possible through the sale of her wildlife photography calendars. "We appreciate your support and thoughtfulness," Hauser told Jenn. - submitted...
NCW Libraries invites community members to slow down, reconnect, and begin the new year with intention through a virtual three-part mindfulness series offered in partnership with Meditate Wenatchee. Reboot + Refresh with Mindfulness is a free, accessible introduction to mindfulness practices designed to support stress management, self awareness, and overall well-being. Participants may attend one session or register for all three. The series will be facilitated by Kari Lyons-Price of Meditate Wenatchee. Lyons-Price is a certified...
Grand Coulee Police 12/31-1/9 - Reports filed without additional details related to: disorderly conduct on Grand Coulee Avenue; disorderly conduct on Roosevelt Drive; an animal complaint on Roosevelt Drive; theft on Midway Avenue; disorderly conduct at the hospital; lost and found property on Midway Avenue; and a vehicle theft on Grand Coulee Avenue. 12/31 - Police went to the city shop on Dill Avenue where a city employee had backed a pickup into the rear bumper of a Kia Forte, causing some minor damage. The city’s insurance will cover the...
Graveside services for Larry Maier will be held at noon on Thursday, January 15, at Spring Canyon Cemetery. A celebration of life will follow at the Moose... Full story
Funeral services for Marietta Nelson will be held at 12 noon on Saturday, January 24 at St. Henry’s Catholic Church in Grand Coulee. A potluck dinner will follow at the Eagles Lodge #2577. After a valiant fight, Marietta went to be with our Lord on December 15,... Full story
There is a $50 charge for obituaries published in the Star. This includes a photo and up to 500 words. Reminders for Celebrations of Life and Death Notices are $25. Articles must be either e-mailed, faxed or dropped off at the Star office. They will not be accepted over the phone. The deadline to submit an article is Monday by 5 p.m. For more information, call 509.633.1350 or visit our website at... Full story
The Lady Raider wrestlers placed at the Connell Girls Invitational Jan. 10, bringing the Lake Roosevelt team to fifth place in a field of 32. LR scored 139 points, behind Okanogan's 144 for fourth. Chiawana won with 153.5. Sienna Atchison led the Lady Raiders with a first place at 145. "Sienna dominated her bracket, earning pins in both the semifinals and finals to claim the championship. A strong, composed performance from start to finish," the team's Facebook post reads. Addison Cannon (190)...
Six Raider wrestlers competed in an elite tournament in Kent, Washington last week against 102 teams coming from all over, Texas to Canada, and from schools large and small - 4A to 1B size. "Even better," Coach Casey Brewster said, "Lake Roosevelt was the highest finishing 1B/2B team in the entire field," finishing 41st out of 102 teams at the Gut Check Tournament. Collin Christman took fourth place in his 113-pound category, a "stacked bracket," according to the coach. Kaleb Horn was the last...
The Raider boys competed at the Native American Classic at Wenatchee Valley College Jan. 9, where Tulalip squeezed past them by three points. Tulalip Heritage won 60-57, although the Raiders competed until the final buzzer and showed resilience in a tight contest on a big stage. The next day Lake Roosevelt was matched up against the 1A Chelan Goats at the Toyota Center. The Raiders faced a tough opponent and continued to battle, but lost 82-46. Last night (Jan. 13) the Raiders hosted...
Lake Roosevelt’s Lady Raiders beat Bridgeport in basketball last Thursday 61-11, but lost two contests, including last night’s game against 1A Cascade by 55-39. They had lost a week ago to Brewster 53-33. They will play Okanogan at home Friday night, then host Lakeside Saturday afternoon at 2, and Manson next Tuesday at 6...
Wed., Jan. 14 5pm - Lady Wrestling at Okanogan 6pm - Raider Basketball at Cascade Christian Thurs., Jan. 15 6pm - Raider Wrestling with Manson at home Fri. Jan. 16 4:30pm - Raider and Lady Raider Basketball at Okanogan Sat., Jan 17 10am - Raider Wrestling at Tonasket 10am - Raider and Lady Raider Basketball here with Lakeside 10am - Lady Wrestling at...
