News, views and advertising of the Grand Coulee Dam Area
News, views and advertising of the Grand Coulee Dam Area
Sorted by date Results 876 - 900 of 8206
Last weekend's Nespelem Junior Rodeo had contestants from near and far in tight competition. Results - SENIOR GIRLS: Les Schwab,Grand Coulee and Omak ALL AROUND Champion Rayann Wiley Reserve Champion Kylee Morse SENIOR BOYS: In Memory of LutherLeith ALL AROUND Champion Korbin Baldwin 2ndYear Reserve Champion Landyn Brock Intermediate Girls: Colville Confederated Tribes All Around Champion Ryanne Pyper Reserve Champion Halle Marmon Reserve Champion Lahalee Michel IntermediateBoys: Jackson’s S...
(Nespelem, WA) - The Colville Tribes is saddened to announce the passing of Colville Tribal member Pauline Stensgar. She was 96 years old. Pauline Stensgar was the last fully fluent speaker of the nxa?amxcin dialect. She dedicated her life to preserving and revitalizing the language. Her most recent project was establishing a nxa?amxcin dictionary, which is near completion. Pauline dedicated a total of 48 years of service to the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation and was the... Full story
Brian, the manager at Les Schwab in Grand Coulee, shows the saddle Les Schwab of Omak and Grand Coulee donated to the 44th annual Nespelem Jr. Rodeo, which takes place this weekend, April 29-30, with Grand Entry starting at 10 a.m. - Gwen Hilson photo...
Chamber, Ridge Riders making Colorama plans for the annual festival. Ridge Riders have been adding more seating to their rodeo arena and have hoisted up a new announcer’s booth over the stock chutes. Chamber members have been busy planning the rest of the Colorama weekend. Chamber officials say the event May 12-13 will again feature the parade, vendor fair, kids’ festival zone, beer garden and live music. “We want YOU to be part of the fun!” a chamber promotion for the parade reads. “You are cordially invited to participate in the Colorama...
Several agencies worked together seize drugs believed to have been destined for the Colville Reservation, arresting five. Vanessa R. Waldref, the United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Washington, announced Monday that the Bureau of Indian Affairs Division of Drug Enforcement ("BIA"), the Drug Enforcement Administration ("DEA"), the North Central Washington Narcotics Task Force, and other Federal, State, Local, and Tribal law enforcement, executed a series of federal search warrants...
I would like to know how much of our city budget goes to our police department. How long do they get to destroy our city finances? We have eight officers and a sniper. I do notice there is a new SUV in the sniper’s garage (unmarked). I do notice the force also has a new unmarked SUV plus a unmarked cruiser with a police bumper sticker. We lost the Electric City contract, but we did not lose an officer. We hire officers that do not work for the city; they work for the Grand Coulee Dam Project, but where will there retirement come from? Not t...
Nickolas Gilbert Andrew was 37 years old when he passed away, unexpectedly on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at Copper Landing Apartments, Airway Heights, Washington. His last days were spent with his family, and they were peaceful, fun, and loving. We will miss you Sunny Bunny, Brother, Grandson, and nephew. Nickolas G. Andrew had close brothers and sisters that live homeless on the Streets of Spokane Washington/Airway Heights. He loved then like family and thanks to everyone for the loving words... Full story
Sure, everyone knows Dolly Parton, the famous singer, songwriter, and actress. But do you know Dolly Parton, the philanthropist, who generously gives away much of her money to a wide variety of causes? Childhood literacy has been a passion of hers for a long time. What started as free books for children in Dolly’s hometown has become an international early literacy program called Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. Children ages 0 up to age 5 can receive a free book every month regardless of financial status or other circumstances. Did you know...
Grand Coulee Police 4/18 - A couple on Young Street agreed to give each other space following an argument. No crime had been committed. - Police took note of an RV in poor condition towing an old van without any license plates parked on Grand Coulee Avenue. The RV license plate, obscured by the van, turned out to have expired in 2017. Police looked inside and saw garbage in the van, and began to request a tow. A man with dirty hands and soiled clothes approached police and said he just bought the van and was taking it to the Tonasket area. The...
The Lady Raiders extended their winning streak to 12 last night with a 3-0 win over Brewster at home. They beat Tonasket three times, including April 18 in Tonasket ,12-5, and Saturday in Grand Coulee, 15-3 and 10-3. Manson was also in the losing mix, falling 15-0 in Grand Coulee on Thursday. Aaliyah Marchand pitched both games Saturday, striking out 23 Tonasket batters, allowing 11 hits and four walks during the doubleheader. Marchand's grand slam in the first game counted for four runners...
City of Electric City CALL FOR BIDS FOR COMMERCIAL GRADE WOOD CHIPPER The City of Electric City is accepting bids, on behalf of the Regional Board of Mayors (RBOM), for a Commercial Grade Wood Chipper. Instructions and specifications for the Wood Chipper, as well as the official bid form, can be obtained at Electric City City Hall, or online at https://electriccity.us/documents/177/Electric_City_Chipper_Bid.v2.pdf. Sealed bids must be received at City Hall (10 Stevens Ave, PO Box 130, Electric City, WA 99123 ATTN: Peggy Nevsimal) by NOON on... Full story
Several schools in Lincoln County were among more than 30 in the state that shut down April 12 after receiving and email claiming a bomb was in the building. Lake Roosevelt Schools was not among them, and after checking staff emails for a similar message determined the Grand Coulee Dam School District had not received the threat. Superintendent Paul Turner notified the community with a posting online. “At this time, we have not received any such email or threat,” Turner stated. “We will continue to monitor the situation and update you if more...
Theodore John "Ted" Dittmer, Jr., 80, passed away Friday, April 14, 2023, in Samaritan Hospital in Moses Lake following years with Alzheimer's. He was born Sept. 15, 1942 in Chicago, Illinois. His first few years were spent with his mom and grandmother while his father was away in the Pacific serving as a Seabee during WWII. He grew up in Necedah, Wisconsin and Chicago and Elmhurst, Illinois and after graduation from Willowbrook High School in Villa Park, Illinois in 1960, he joined the U.S.... Full story
Robert Elijah "Rob" Phillips, 45, of Nespelem, Washington; who ministered to others through his life and music was gently received into the arms of his Lord and Savior – Jesus Christ during the early morning hours of Saturday, April 7, 2023 from Grand Coulee, Washington. Born Tuesday, November 1, 1977 to Pastor Bob & Charlene Drywater-Phillips in Claremore, Oklahoma, Rob graduated high school in 1996 from "Way of The Cross Christian Academy", in Elmer City, Washington. On Sunday April 1, 2012 R... Full story
Raymond Thompson, 62, born May 25, 1960 in Grand Coulee, Washington passed away at his Electric City, Washington home Friday, March 31, 2023. Private Family Burial took place at Thompson – Schrock Cemetery, Hanson, Washington. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.stratefuneral.com for Raymond’s family. Strate Funeral Home of Grand Coulee, WA is caring for his family.... Full story
Winners of the Grand Coulee Dam Lions Club 84th annual Easter Egg Hunt include: age 1-3: 1st, Brydon Martin, Grand Coulee, 2nd, Colettle Turner, Grand Coulee, 3rd Boone Carden, Nespelem; 4-5 years: 1st, Daxton Rhodes, Grand Coulee, 2nd Evelyn Hetinger, Grand Coulee, 3rd, Isabella Lopez, Grand Coulee; 6-7 years: 1st, Lilly Babler, Utopia, Neytiri DeWinkler, Grand Coulee, 3rd, Millie Womer, Nespelem; 8-10 years, Madelynn Babler, Utopia, 2nd, Lily Demetervk, Quincy, 3rd, Lucy Fuller, Electric...
Okanogan County School Retirees to meet Okanogan County School Retirees' Association will hold a general meeting Friday, April 28, 10am, at Community Presbyterian Church of Omak, 9 Birch St., S, Omak. Refreshments at 9:45. The program will be presented by Dr. Sue Kane, Director of STEM Initiatives and Strategic Partnerships at North Central ESD. She will speak on STEM activities in Okanogan County. For more information call Penny Garrison: 509-429-0292 AA Meetings in the Area AA meetings are held Monday through Saturday at the Vets Center in...
Running in with a movie script-like ending, Sawyer Steffens crossed home plate after her hit over the fence for the Lake Roosevelt Lady Raiders' second win in Saturday's doubleheader against Omak in Grand Coulee. Lake Roosevelt edged out the Omak Pioneers 6-5 in the first game, 5-4 in the second. "What Sawyer did in that second game was what most kids dream of," Coach Jaci Gross said. "Bottom of the seventh, two outs, and a walk-off homerun. It was something I will never forget." Aspen Smith...
Grand Coulee Police 4/12 - A man was cited for having an expired registration, driving without insurance, and driving without a license after being pulled over near Midway Avenue and Federal Way for having expired tabs. He said he would walk home and have a licensed driver come get the car as he was not allowed to drive it following the stop. 4/13 - A suspicious man tried to sell a large hammer and drill bits to an employee at Coulee Hardware. Police were able to identify the man and told him he was banned from the hardware store after locating...
City of Electric City CALL FOR BIDS FOR COMMERCIAL GRADE WOOD CHIPPER The City of Electric City is accepting bids, on behalf of the Regional Board of Mayors (RBOM), for a Commercial Grade Wood Chipper. Instructions and specifications for the Wood Chipper, as well as the official bid form, can be obtained at Electric City City Hall, or online at https://electriccity.us/documents/177/Electric_City_Chipper_Bid.v2.pdf. Sealed bids must be received at City Hall (10 Stevens Ave, PO Box 130, Electric City, WA 99123 ATTN: Peggy Nevsimal) by NOON on...
The youngest group of kids at the Lions Club Easter Egg Hunt figure out what this egg thing is all about Saturday morning at the former Grand Coulee Dam Middle School field. The event started at 11 a.m., with parents and kids lined up all the way down the soccer field. A couple thousand eggs were picked up in about seven minutes. - Scott Hunter photo...
De-annexing a portion of Electric City was one topic of discussion at a retreat its city council held March 18 to discuss various matters. The council and mayor reviewed with the city attorney the process for de-annexing a large part of the city that was added several years ago, moving the boundary further south and encompassing land on the other side of Osborne Bay on Banks Lake. Kohout said the city will ask the council, probably in June or July this year, to consider a resolution to put the matter on the ballot for the November general...
After Tax Day, you may want to clean house of no-longer-needed financial records. To help, and in keeping with its recent practice, the Grand Coulee Dam Rotary Club will offer its biannual Shred Day service, when you can get rid of all those records and watch as a big truck double shreds them in bulk. The event will take place at North Dam Park by the Gehrke Windmills on April 22, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. - or until the truck is full. The flow of traffic should start at the road by North Dam and ex... Full story
Gregory James Peters, 68, our great fisherman was taken from us on February 25, 2023, after an 18-month battle with ALS. Greg was 68 years old when he passed at the VA Assisted Living location in Spokane, Washington. He was born in Spokane on January 31, 1955 where he was raised by his late mom, JoAnn Peters and dad, Lee Peters. Greg was the oldest of four children. He was a graduate from East Valley High School and accomplished the rank of Eagle Scout. Greg continued his education later in... Full story
Robert (Bob) Clifford Morgan was born Dec. 11, 1937, and died Monday, March 13, 2023. Bob was born on the family farm near Lebanon, MO to parents Clifford H and Mary Emma (Hansen) Morgan. He attended the one room Bolles school through the 4th grade when the family moved to California for a year. They moved to Electric City, Washington and Bob graduated from Grand Coulee High School in 1955. Bob attended WSU and joined the Kappa Sig fraternity where he made life-long friends. Bob and a college fr... Full story