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The sudden death of a community member and coach shook the school district Monday where his wife teaches and many of the community’s youth have benefited from his guidance. “With a heavy heart I need to inform you of a tragic accident that occurred last Friday afternoon,” wrote Grand Coulee Dam School District Superintendent Paul Turner. “ Coach Bubba Egbert (first grade teacher, Mrs. Egbert’s husband) lost his life in a horse accident on their ranch. “Bubba’s sudden death is a reminder of how precious and sometimes short life can be. He wa...
Boaters on Lake Roosevelt should be cautious because of debris from failed log booms upstream, the Bureau of Reclamation warned Tuesday. High river velocities and low reservoir levels at Lake Roosevelt have resulted in a failed log boom at the mouth of Kettle River, approximately 105 miles upstream of Grand Coulee Dam. The pressure of the water flow and accumulated debris pushing against the log booms caused a break in two places. Reclamation is advising people boating on Kettle River and Lake Roosevelt to exercise caution because of debris flo...
Izabella Lauseng, age 9, tries a hook shot as little sister Aundrea waits her turn Sunday at the new basket at Grand Coulee's city park on SR-174. The city received a $162,000 grant from the Paul Lauzier Foundation to help refurbish the park, including with this adjustable-height basketball hoop and the concrete pad on which they're playing. - Gwen Hilson photo...
Joan Marilyn Sterley, 90, quietly passed away on Sunday evening, May 7, 2023, in Newport, WA. She was born on Thursday, May 21, 1931, in Valley City, ND, and lived there until she was four years old. Geraldine, her mother, and she moved to Wibaux, MT, and lived there until she was 10 years old. On Friday, August 15, 1941, they moved to Coulee Dam, WA, and Ralph Mueller, her stepfather ("Dad"), went to work for the US Bureau of Reclamation. When she was in the 8th grade, Dad went into the US... Full story
Pauline Stensgar, "qwimatkw" age 96, of Keller, Washington passed away at her home surrounded by her loving family the evening of Tuesday, May 2, 2023. She entered this world Sunday, July 25, 1926 in Buffalo Lake, Washington to the home of Robert & Madeline Moses-Covington. A proud member of the Confederated Tribes of the Colville, Pauline was one of the last remaining persons completely fluent in the "Moses Columbia Dialect" as well as being conversational in the "Salish" and "Spokane"... Full story
The Grand Coulee Community Vitalant blood drive will be held Monday, May 15 from 1:30 to 6:15pm at the American Legion in Electric City. As of yesterday 12/29 donor slots have been filled. Just a reminder that all donors will receive a $20 Amazon Gift Card, redeemable via email as our thank you. For more information or to make an appointment call 1.877.25.VITAL or go online at vitalant.... Full story
Grand Coulee Police 4/24 - Cops responded to a report of dogs running at large in the Butler Square area. The dogs were in their fenced in yards when police responded, but they observed one of the dogs climb over the fence. A man who lives at the home came and put the dogs into their crates. He was warned about the dogs running at large. - Police spoke separately to two men who had an argument on Spokane Way near the car wash. Police are familiar with their history of arguing. Police encouraged one of the men to get a restraining order. 4/25 -...
Several students from the local area made the winter quarter honor roll at Spokane Community College, the school announced Tuesday. Among the 1,904 students on its honor roll for the quarter were Moyatat Bell, of Nespelem; Jamie Finch, of Grand Coulee; Robert Morin, of Elmer City; Kaimyn Scheib, of Electric City; and Mason Andersen, Piper Geib, Callie Haden, and Olivia Hill, all of Wilbur. Each had to achieve a 3.0 grade point average or higher to make the honor roll....
The Lady Raiders extended their winning ways into the post season, beating Liberty Bell 16-0 in Round 1 of the District 6 Fastpitch Softball Tournament in Grand Coulee Tuesday night. They’ll play in Round 2 in Brewster Friday night. If they win, they’ll play next Tuesday against either Okanogan or Oroville in a loser-out game, with the winner going to state. If they lose to Brewster, they’ll still play again May 16, to either end their season or get one more shot May 19 to head to state. The Raider baseball team lost to Tonasket there Monda...
by Scott Hunter A year ago, it was an idea shared while visiting in a garden. Last week, Plain Jane's was named "Business of the Year" for 2022 by the Grand Coulee Dam Area Chamber of Commerce. Caroline Walsh had cancer then and was going through chemotherapy. She decided to start a business that would research and bring in healthy products for the local community. Rachel Anderson was helping her with her garden the day Walsh presented the idea to her. "I was like, absolutely!" Anderson told...
Notice of Special Board Meeting Of the Grand Coulee Dam School District 505 Crest Drive Coulee Dam, WA 99116 May 6th 2023 The Grand Coulee Dam School District Board of Directors will be holding a Special Executive Board meeting Saturday May 6th at 8:00 am to interview the four superintendent candidates...
It's been an interesting year for the Grand Coulee Dam Area Chamber of Commerce, especially if you're President Natalie Dennis. Dennis and others outlined past challenges and future plans and directions last Wednesday night at the chamber's annual meeting and awards dinner. Dennis told attendees at PK's Culinary that the chamber is once again facilitating "business after hours" events where business owners can "speak with like-minded people and bounce ideas off of each other." Two have been... Full story
In the April 19, 2023 edition of The Star, one of your readers wrote a letter asking about mental health resources in the Coulee Dam/Grand Coulee area. I am happy to reassure your reader that help is available in your area. Your reader was correct that “a person’s mental and emotional health are as important as their physical health,” especially with all the negative impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic, which was a very difficult time for so many reasons. There is a marked increase in the need for behavioral health services as a result, espec...
So why am I writing this letter? I have asked the Chief of Police for 20 years to have an officer do speed control above the canal on SR-174. The answer is always the same: Ok, Rob. Then there is nothing done. I have asked several officers if they would be traffic control on SR-174. Their answers are, I work for the Grand Coulee Dam Project, or there is no place to sit by the road above the canal. People don’t have to pull over if they don’t want to, and, it costs too much to write a ticket. With the cost of gas and time going to court and peo...
Jerry Beierman, Grand Coulee, Washington, passed away Tuesday, April 18, 2023. No services are planned but his flag will be his flag will be dedicated at the Memorial Day Services at Spring Canyon Cemetery. A complete obituary will be printed in the Star in the near future.... Full story
Cynthia Francis Pe-el - Manuel, 82, of Grand Coulee, Washington quietly passed away in Spokane, Washington with her family by her side, during the early morning hours of Thursday, April 27, 2023. She entered this world Monday, July 8, 1940 in Nespelem, Washington to the home of Harrison Jabeth Jr. and Julieanne Saluskin - Pe-el. A member of the "Confederated Tribes of the Colville" and "Shaker Church Community", Cynthia listed her life's occupation as "Chore Worker" & "Caregiver." On Wednesday,... Full story
Chuck and Timi Erickson of Hartline, Washington are proud to announce the birth of their son Hudson Russell Cooper Erickson, born Tuesday, April 18, 2023, at Coulee Medical Center in Grand Coulee, Washington. He weighed 8 lbs., 9 oz., and was 19.5 inches in length at birth. Siblings include Grace age 14 and Noah age 13. Maternal grandparents were the late Vince and Patricia Winfrey. Paternal grandparents are Gary an... Full story
International Union of Geological Sciences selects Dry Falls Heritage Site for “The First 100 Geological Heritage Sites” for its impact in understanding the Earth and its history OLYMPIA – April 26, 2023 – Sun Lakes – Dry Falls State Park has long been known as a geological icon and must-see destination for Washingtonians. Now, its significant legacy is being recognized on an international scale. The International Union of Geological Sciences (IUGS), one of the world’s largest scientific organizations, has selected Dry Falls to be part of The...
Coulee Dam Police 4/24 - A broken down vehicle was towed from Columbia Avenue after being parked there for more than 72 hours, which is the limit set by city code. - An Electric City woman reported someone impersonating her on the social media app TikTok, including having a photo of herself and her child. The company told her the account was legitimate. She gave police a phone number that traces to California. She was supposed to email more information to police but police didn’t receive the email and so the case is considered inactive. - P...
by Scott Hunter The Lady Raiders wrapped their regular season last week with three games against the Brewster Lady Bears, barely losing twice on the road after beating Brewster 3-0 in Grand Coulee. Their April 25 game was a “great win at home for us on senior night,” noted Coach Jaci Gross. “Juel Swager was hot at the bat. Aaliyah (Marchand had an incredible night on the mound.” Marchand, the lone senior on the team, struck out 17 batters, allowing three hits and walking just one. Eighth-grader Swager led the team in hits, going 2-3 with two si...
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...
