News, views and advertising of the Grand Coulee Dam Area
News, views and advertising of the Grand Coulee Dam Area
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St. Dunstan’s Church will hold services at 3 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 2, this week only. Regular Sunday services resume at 9 a.m. the following week.... Full story
The Trees of Sharing trees, decorated with ‘wish’ ornaments for more than 150 local children, are all around town. Trees are located in Grand Coulee at Coulee Hardware, Safeway Pharmacy, and North Cascades National Bank, and at the Coulee Dam Federal Credit Union, Bank of America and Harvest Foods in Coulee Dam. You can contribute to a child’s joy by taking one or more ornaments from any one of the trees and shopping locally for a gift based on the information given on the ornament(s). Wrapped packages with the paper ornament securely attac... Full story
Fall Noxious Weed Conference Okanogan County Noxious Weed Control Board is sponsoring a Fall Noxious Weed Conference on Wednesdya, Nov. 28 from 8 a.m. to 4:40 p.m. at the Annex/Agriplex on the Okanogan County Fairgrounds. There is a $5 charge payable at the door or prepay at Room 102 of the county courthouse. This conference will be worth eight credits toward a pesticide license. Presenters will discuss water quality, adjuvants, tank cleaning and drift reduction; spray equipment, winterizing and calibration along with noxious weed... Full story
Brett and Shelly Black of Elmer City are happy to announce the engagement of their daughter, Taylor Black to Joshua Friesen son of Dave Friesen of Electric City and Tina Friesen of Omaha, Neb. Josh proposed to Taylor on a hike overlooking Blue Lake below the tower of Liberty Bell Mountain. Both are attending Eastern Washington University where Taylor is studying exercise science and Josh is in journalism. The wedding is planned for August, 2014, after the couple has graduated from... Full story
Wed., Nov. 21 - Dinner Betty’s Mexi Casserole, Chips, Salsa, Sour Cream, Seasoned Corn, Banana Cream Pie. Thurs., Nov. 22 - Center Closed Happy Thanksgiving and Blessings to All - from Myrna, Jay, Melody and Ileta, your meals staff Fri., Nov. 23 - Center Closed So volunteers and meals staff can spend time with their families. Mon., Nov. 26 - Breakfast Camp Hash with Veggies & Breakfast Meats, Eggs, Toast, Sliced Fruit. Tues., Nov. 27 - Dinner BBQ Chicken, Fruit & Salad Bar, Corn, Garlic Bread, Ice Cream. Wed., Nov. 28 - Dinner Shepherd Pie w... Full story
Amanda Fisher of Electric City has received a Continuing Education Grant of $1,800 from the International Chapter P.E.O. Sisterhood. Amanda was sponsored for the grant by the local P.E.O. Chapter DG, Coulee Dam. The grant is a needs-based grant for women in the United States and Canada whose education was interrupted and who find it necessary to return to school to support their families. The recipient must be within 24 months of completing her degree. Amanda is enrolled in Grand Canyon... Full story
Grand Coulee Police 9/27 - A Spokane man with Grand Coulee connections was pulled over for not stopping at an intersection, and the officer saw that he was talking on his cellphone. The driver claimed that he was on an “undercover operation for the Spokane police department and the FBI.” But his license had been suspended for being a habitual offender, according to police. The officer checked his story out and was told that Spokane officers didn’t know of any operation here. His parents came to take control of the car. 11/6 - An Electric City... Full story
The annual community Thanksgiving Dinner will be held Sunday, Nov. 18 beginning at 2 p.m., at the Senior Center on Main Street in Grand Coulee. The dinner is free. It is sponsored by the Grand Coulee Church of the Nazarene.... Full story
Chamber Meets at Siam Grand Coulee Dam Area Chamber of Commerce will meet at noon Thursday, Nov. 15, at the Siam Palace on Main Street in Grand Coulee. On the agenda is discussion on upcoming chamber business (end of year stuff, membership drive, board elections, Business After Hours re-cap, and Wine and Auction update. Fall Noxious Weed Conference Okanogan County Noxious Weed Control Board is sponsoring a Fall Noxious Weed Conference on Wednesday, Nov. 28 from 8 a.m. to 4:40 p.m. at the Annex/Agriplex on the Okanogan County Fairgrounds. There... Full story
Wed., Nov. 14 - Dinner Turkey and Gravy, Dressing-Mashed Potatoes, Fruit Salad/Cranberries, Green Beans/Roll, Potluck Dessert Thurs., Nov. 15 - Dinner Hot Turkey Sandwich with Potatoes & Gravy, Corn, Fruit Cottage Cheese, Cook’s Choice Dessert. Grocery shopping and errands with Sara. Fri., Nov. 16 - Breakfast Ham Steak and Eggs, Toast, O’Brien Potatoes, Bowl of Fruit, Orange juice. Mon., Nov. 19 - Breakfast Bacon & Eggs, Waffles, Peaches, Orange Juice. Tues, Nov. 20 - Dinner Tomato Soup, Ham and Cheese Sandwich, Fruit & Veggie Bar, Lemon Bar... Full story
The International Survivors of Suicide Day is set for Saturday, Nov. 17. This is a day of love and remembrance of those we have lost to suicide. This is a healing conference where survivors of suicide loss come together in the community for support and guidance. There will be a conference at the Nespelem Community Center beginning at 11 a.m. Keynote speaker is Arnold Thomas Jr., MSW, who is a motivational speaker and chaplain. A lunch will be provided. Please bring a picture of your lost loved one for the memory quilt. To RSVP, go the the... Full story
Jerry Beierman displays a 35.9 lb. kohlrabi last week, just before donating it to the Senior Meals Program. Beierman who grows the outsized vegetable annually also donated one to the Nespelem Senior Center. — Scott Hunter photo... Full story
Grand Coulee Police 11/5 - A man on Second Street in Electric City told police that a man who borrowed his roto-tiller hadn’t returned it and he thinks it may have been sold. He also told police that a number of items have gone missing, including several watches. The man said he tried to contact the person he loaned the tiller to, and got a nasty text back from the man’s wife’s mother. - A woman told police that music coming from a source on Main Street was too loud. The officer went to the site and his report stated that he could barely hear... Full story
Grand Coulee Police 10/29 - An Electric City woman told police that her son had requested money from her and that when she refused he left in a vehicle she thought might be stolen. She said there is a court no-contact order that he is not to visit her. She said that in addition to that violation, his license is suspended and there is a Department of Corrections warrant out for his arrest. Police were looking for him. - A woman in Electric City who lives on Jackson Avenue told police that her son’s bike had been stolen. 10/30 - A woman on B... Full story
Partner with the Trees of Sharing Committee in blessing a child who might not otherwise receive a gift at Christmastime by taking a moment to complete a Trees of Sharing ‘wish slip’ at one of the following locations: Coulee Family Medicine, Safeway Pharmacy, Harvest Foods, and the Coulee Dam Federal Credit Union. A slip, giving sizes and wishes, the street address or specific directions to the respective residences, and a phone number must be completed for EACH child in a family. This information is necessary so the gifts can be delivered to... Full story
The annual community Thanksgiving Dinner will be held Sunday, Nov. 18 beginning at 2 p.m., at the Senior Center on Main Street in Grand Coulee. The dinner is free.... Full story
No Chamber Luncheon Meeting The Chamber of Commerce meeting will not be holding a luncheon meeting in lieu of their after-hours meeting Thursday night beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the Starkey building at 17 Midway Ave., Grand Coulee. See our ad on page 2. Grant County Mosquito Dist. to Meet Grant County Mosquito District 2 will hold its regular monthly meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 7 (tonight) at 7 p.m. at the Electric City City Hall. OES to Meet Order of Eastern Star will be holding its meeting Thursday, Nov. 9 in short form. Dinner has been moved... Full story
Lake Roosevelt High School students gather around a bonfire in the parking lot Thursday night in a school spirit-boosting tradition. Along with the big fire, several smaller campfires allowed roasting marshmallows. Hot dogs, however, were served off a gas barbecue grill. — Scott Hunter photo... Full story
Chamber at Siam Palace The Chamber of Commerce meeting will be held Thursday, Nov. 1, at noon at the Siam Palace. Debbie Bigelow, Director of Community Outreach for Coulee Medical Center will speak on grant writing essentials. Debbie and chamber member Birdie Hensley recently attended a grant writing seminar and will be sharing at the chamber luncheon tips on how to structure, format and write a successful grant. International Survivors of Suicide Day Set The International Survivors of Suicide Day is set for Saturday, Nov. 17. This is a day of... Full story
Senior meals Wed., Oct. 31 - Dinner Chili Hallo-weenies, with Cheese and Onions, Potato Salad, Fruit Face Surprise, Mud Cups. Thurs,. Nov. 1 - Dinner Creamed Tuna & Peas on Biscuits, Veggie Salad, Spinach, Peaches, grocery shopping and errands with Sara. Fri., Nov. 2 - Breakfast Sausage and Cheese Omelet, Hashbrowns, Toast, Applesauce, Orange Juice. Mon., Nov. 5 - Breakfast Bacon & Eggs, Pancakes, Bowl of Fruit, Orange Juice. Tues., Nov. 6 - Dinner Salisbury Steak, Baked Potatoes w/Sour Cream, Veggie & Fruit Bar, Bob’s Strawberry Sundae, with a... Full story
Grand Coulee Police 10/19 - Officers were called to Jackson Street and SR-155 in Electric City, where there was a report of an intoxicated man in the roadway. Police spotted the man and told him to stay off the road and he nodded that he understood. - A woman on Burdin Boulevard told police that her 16-year-old son was a runaway, and then noticed that she had a text message from him. She decided to delay filing the report. - A woman reported that she and her boyfriend had broken up and that he had taken her car. She was calling from the... Full story
The International Survivors of Suicide Day is set for Saturday, Nov. 17. This is a day of love and remembrance of those we have lost to suicide. This is a healing conference where survivors of suicide loss come together in the community for support and guidance. There will be a conference at the Nespelem Community Center beginning at 11 a.m. Keynote speaker is Arnold Thomas Jr., MSW, who is a motivational speaker and chaplain. A lunch will be provided. Please bring a picture of your lost loved one for the memory quilt. To RSVP, go the the... Full story
The 2012 Colorama Rodeo Queen Caelan Pitts hands over the chaps to 2013 Queen Erin Wieldraayer as Moses Lake Roundup Queen Jade Thompson lends support to the rodeo cause. Wieldraayer, a senior at Royal High School, was selected Sunday at the Ridge Riders clubhouse. — Scott Hunter photo... Full story
Hensley to Speak on the Coulee Pioneer Museum At the chamber of commerce luncheon at noon Thursday at La Presa, Birdie Hensley will be speaking on the building of Coulee Pioneer Museum. All are invited to attend. Planet Earth Players to Meet Planet Earth Players will meet Thursday, October 25, at 7 p.m. at the Grand Gallery Theater on Main Street in Grand Coulee to discuss a winter performance. All community members are invited. District Meeting for Eagles District meeting for the Grand Coulee Eagles Aerie will be held Sunday, Oct. 28. Joint... Full story
Grand Coulee Police 10/15 - A Walla Walla driver and passenger both picked up tickets for not wearing their seatbelts. The driver also was ticketed for expired license tabs on both his vehicle and trailer. - Police investigated an alleged assault on a woman from a Continental Heights apartment by her live-in boyfriend. The woman told police that during a minor argument she picked up the phone to call her father for help but the boyfriend prevented her from making the call, and then hit her with his hands. The boyfriend, an Electric City man,...