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  • District extends superintendent contract

    Scott Hunter|Jan 24, 2024

    Rod Broadnax will remain the superintendent of the Grand Coulee Dam School District for another three years following an offer by the school board Monday to extend his contract. Broadnax accepted the offer, which included a lift in pay from $142,000 a year to $160,000, plus cost-of-living increases. Broadnax confirmed Tuesday that he had accepted the offer proffered by the board the night before. Reached by telephone, he was just returning to his office after picking up “lunch” after 4 p.m. after a day of interviewing candidates for a human res...

  • Local photographer wins in NW exposure photo contest

    Jan 24, 2024

    Local photographer Emily Rehn won in the East of the Cascades category in the Northwest Exposure Photo Contest held by the Washington Trails Association. The annual contest "celebrates outdoor photography and the community of hikers that explore Washington's trails," the WTA website says. Winners' photos are featured on their website and in their 2024 calendar with categories including trailscapes, hikers in action, trail family, flora and fauna, Instagram, and East of the Cascades. Rehn's...

  • Coulee cops

    Jan 24, 2024

    rand Coulee Police 1/16 - A man reported that his wallet is missing and that the last place he had stopped with it was the post office, where it could have been dropped or stolen. He said he searched his truck for it. There had been no fraudulent charges on any of his cards since he had lost it. - Police collected details on a possible protection order violation in which the protected person was at Safeway and the man she is protected from was also there. He said nothing to her, but his girlfriend did in a “gloating” manner. It appeared the...

  • Keeping tropical plants healthy 

    Melinda Myers|Jan 17, 2024

    Tropical plants are filling our homes and workspaces, adding beauty, relieving stress, and boosting creativity, productivity, and focus. Keep these plants healthy and looking their best by providing for their basic needs. Select plants that will thrive in the growing conditions found in your home or office and with your level of care. Busy gardeners should look for low-maintenance plants like ZZ plants, Chinese evergreens, pothos and philodendrons while others may choose ferns, peace lilies, baby tears and gardenias that require a bit more...

  • All-class reunion coming in June

    Jan 17, 2024

    The Coulee Dam All Class Reunion will be held the weekend of June 21 (Friday), June 22 (Saturday), and June 23 (Sunday), 2024 with catered dinners at the Lake Roosevelt High School Gym on Friday and Saturday nights, and a picnic at Spring Canyon on Sunday. The reunion is open to all attendees of Coulee Dam, Mason City, or Nespelem public schools between the years of 1935 to 1971 along with students that attended Lake Roosevelt High School between 1972 and 1976. Additionally, anyone with ties to members from these classes are welcomed and...

  • NCW Libraries checkouts top 1.4 million in 2023

    Jan 17, 2024

    North Central Washington residents checked out, downloaded and streamed more than 1.4 million books, movies, and other materials from NCW Libraries in 2023. That number nearly doubles the 710,395 total checkouts from 2022, when the library district was still emerging from the impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic. “It’s exciting to see that library use has rebounded so strongly in 2023,” said Summer Hayes, Associate Director of Programs and Resources for NCW Libraries. “It’s clear that, despite the disruptions to daily routines that resulted from th...

  • Coulee Cops

    Jan 17, 2024

    Coulee Dam Police 1/8 - Someone complained about a dog on Spokane Street in Coulee Dam. Police are aware that a dog there is inside in a kennel and is not being neglected. 1/9 - A driver was asleep at a gas pump at the gas station in Coulee Dam. He just needed gas and once he got gas had left before police arrived. - A driver told police he didn’t think he had been going so fast when stopped for going 51 miles per hour in the 30-mph zone near the Grand Coulee Dam. 1/10 - Police received a report of a suspicious vehicle parked on Electric B...

  • NCW libraries to offer virtual programs

    Jan 10, 2024

    NCW Libraries will be offering two virtual programs this winter: a six-week series on the principles and skills of mediation, and a talk with the Washington Trails Association about winter hikes. Both programs are free and will be offered on the Zoom platform. Explore Winter Hikes Winter Hikes Around Central Washington with the Washington Trails Association will be offered on Jan. 24 at 6 p.m. In the hour-long talk, a WTA associate will share her favorite winter hikes for all skill levels in Chelan, Douglas, Okanogan and Ferry. Register for thi...

  • Meetings

    Jan 10, 2024

    Grant County Mosquito dist. Meets Grant County Mosquito District #2 will hold its monthly meeting Thursday, January 11, 2024 at 4:00pm at 210 W. Coulee BLVD in Electric City. Republicans to Meet Saturday Republicans in Okanogan County will caucus at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 13, in the county commissioners’ hearing room in Okanogan. Call 509-449-1693 for questions....

  • Working on quilts every Wednesday

    Jan 10, 2024

    Every Wednesday we will be tying quilts at Zion Lutheran Church for the months of January and February. The group will start at 9am. Bring a sack lunch if you want to. One half of quilts will go to the Support Center and the other alf to World Relief. We do keep 2 to 4 quilts at the church which were given to the family’s that just lost their home. Questions call 509-633-0648...

  • Coulee Cops

    Jan 3, 2024

    Grand Coulee Police 12/27 -The city clerk told police that someone claiming they were a city official told Grant PUD that trees on Partello Parkway needed trimming or to be cut down for the beautification of Grand Coulee. Police spoke to a PUD employee who explained that the PUD does trim and cut trees that have been trimmed before and that these trees did need to be trimmed again. There was no monetary loss due to cutting the trees. The person that pointed the trees out to him had been running for mayor at the time. - Police checked the area...

  • Area AA Meetings

    Dec 27, 2023

    Area AA Meetings In Electric City, the New Hope group holds its meetings Monday through Friday evenings at 6pm at the Vets Center. There is also a noon meeting every Wednesday. These meetings are open and non-smoking. For more information, contact Paul 631-4551 or Phyllis 631-1187.I In Nespelem, the group Bound and Determined holds its meetings Monday evening at 7 p.m. at the Catholic Church. Contact Myrna at 634-4921 for more information....

  • Working on quilts every Wednesday

    Dec 20, 2023

    Every Wednesday we will be tying quilts at Zion Lutheran Church for the months of January and February. The group will start at 9am. Bring a sack lunch if you want to. One half of quilts will go to the Support Center and the other alf to World Relief. We do keep 2 to 4 quilts at the church which were given to the family’s that just lost their home. Questions call 509-633-0648...

  • Meetings

    Dec 20, 2023

    Food Bank Open Care & Share Food Bank regular hours are Fridays 1-3 p.m. Questions call Pastor Shawn at 633-2566. Area AA Meetings In Electric City, the New Hope group holds its meetings Monday through Friday evenings at 6pm at the Vets Center. There is also a noon meeting every Wednesday. These meetings are open and non-smoking. For more information, contact Paul 631-4551 or Phyllis 631-1187.I In Nespelem, the group Bound and Determined holds its meetings Monday evening at 7 p.m. at the Catholic Church. Contact Myrna at 634-4921 for more...

  • Coulee Cops

    Dec 20, 2023

    Grand Coulee Police 12/10 - A man was banned from Voltage Coffee House after causing a disturbance while arguing with an employee after being asked to leave. He was later screaming and using abusive language inside a Chevron gas station because of the way a patron looked at him because of the screaming, causing the other patron to leave to the parking lot, followed by the man, telling him to leave him alone, and considering pulling out his firearm because he felt threatened. The man was banned from the gas station as well, and has been banned...

  • Gifts to be delivered on Saturday

    Dec 13, 2023

    Saturday, December 16, 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.: Trees of Sharing delivery of gifts. Please call to leave a message, including your phone number with Linda Black, 633-3611, to join the volunteer Trees of Sharing team. Opportunities exist to organize, shop, wrap, and deliver gifts....

  • New judge appointed in Ok. County

    Dec 13, 2023

    Kathryn I. Burke will take the bench of Okanogan County Superior Court after longtime Judge Henry A. Rawson retires Dec. 31. Burke’s appointment was announced by Gov. Jay Inslee Nov. 30. The Okanogan County native currently serves as the elected prosecuting attorney for Ferry County, a position she has held since 2015. Burke earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Washington. She earned her law degree from Seattle University School of Law. A swearing-in ceremony is planned for Burke at the courthouse Dec. 28....

  • Library happenings

    Dec 13, 2023

    Story time with a police officer On Saturdays at the Grand Coulee Library enjoy Story Time with a police officer. For more information contact the library at 509.633.0972. Celebrate Community! Share your love of reading with others from across North Central Washington through our annual Winter Reading Program for all ages. Set a personalized reading goal, track your reading, get recommendations from library staff, and be entered to win fun prizes. Hallmark movies ‘Tis the season for movies! Borrow a BingePass through Hoopla and get 7 days of u...

  • Meetings and Notices

    Dec 13, 2023

    Mosquito Dist. 2 to Meet Grant County Mosquito District #2 will hold its monthly meeting Thursday, December 14, 2023 at 4:00pm at 210 W. Coulee BLVD in Electric City.Electric City Fire Station. Food Bank Open Care & Share Food Bank regular hours are Fridays 1-3 p.m. Questions call Pastor Shawn at 633-2566....

  • More than 40 state parks will offer First Day Hikes on Jan. 1 

    Dec 13, 2023

    OLYMPIA — December 7, 2023 — Ring in the new year with Washington State Parks during our annual First Day Hikes event on Jan. 1, 2024. More than 40 state parks will host staff-led and self-guided hikes, snowshoe excursions, dog walks, bike and trail rides, paddle adventures and more on New Year’s Day. First Day Hikes events will range in difficulty from paved, flat ADA-accessible trails to moderate hill climbs. A few parks will host more than one hike with options tailored to different interests and abilities. Additionally, some hikes will...

  • Coulee Cops

    Dec 13, 2023

    Grand Coulee Police 11/29 - Police explained to the driver of a vehicle pulled over at Spokane Way and Federal Way that a blank trip permit that wasn’t even displayed was not a substitute for expired tabs. He was cited for driving with expired registration. 11/30 - Someone reported a red vehicle blocking part of the roadway at Burdin Boulevard and Second Street. They couldn’t describe the vehicle beyond it being red. Police didn’t see any vehicles blocking the roadway. 12/1 - A Subaru Legacy pulled onto Midway Avenue near a coffee stand with...

  • NCW libraries offer winter reading program

    Dec 6, 2023

    NCW Libraries’ annual Winter Reading Program began on Dec. 1 and is available at all 30 library locations and online at www.ncwlibraries.org. The goal for the program is to inspire everyone to read during the cold winter months. “Our winter reading program is all about reading for fun. It’s an invitation for community members of all ages to make time to read. We want to foster a culture of reading for all, whether that’s with a book, an audiobook, or even a magazine. Join us!” said Alicia O’Dell, Adult Services Manager. Through the program, pa...

  • Gifts need to be returned to trees by Dec. 11

    Dec 6, 2023

    Monday, December 11: (Very important date!) All gifts, wrapped and with tags attached to the outside of the package, need to be returned to a ‘Tree’ location so they can be organized for delivery Saturday, December 16, 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.: Trees of Sharing delivery of gifts. Please call to leave a message, including your phone number with Linda Black, 633-3611, to join the volunteer Trees of Sharing team. Opportunities exist to organize, shop, wrap, and deliver gifts....

  • Coulee Cops

    Dec 6, 2023

    Grand Coulee Police 11/23 - Police told a Vancouver, Washington woman they would keep an eye out for her son who frequents the area. She was calling various places in the state looking for him. 11/24 - Police pulled a vehicle over on Wenatchee Avenue because it was registered to someone with a suspended license. Police found he was also wanted on a warrant out of Grant County but the jail would not accept him on the warrant. He was cited for the suspended license and agreed not to drive any further before police left the area. - Police were...

  • Coulee Cops

    Nov 29, 2023

    Grand Coulee Police 11/16 - A deer struck by a vehicle on Grand Coulee Avenue had an injured hind quarter. A man who overheard the collision dragged the deer out of the roadway. The animal appeared to be in shock. Given the circumstances, police felt the most humane thing to do was to shoot the deer and put it out of its misery. - A driver, pulled over on Continental Heights for having tail lights emanating a white light rather than the legally required red, was cited for the defective tail lights, and for not having proper registration,...

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