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News, views and advertising of the Grand Coulee Dam Area
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Gayle Rayoum, of Coulee Dam, was crowned Washington State Queen at the TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) State Convention in Ocean Shores in May. Rayoum lost a total of 118 pounds to reach her goal and graduated as a KOPS (Keep Pounds Off Sensibly). She will represent the state of Washington at TOPS International Recognition Days in San Diego, July 5-7. Gale was also a Division winner with a 112.5-pound loss for 2011. TOPS is a non-profit support group. In 2011, TOPS members internationally lost... Full story
Madisyn and Wyatt Toulou would like to announce the engagement of their parents along with Malcom Carson Jr. who would like to announce the engagement of his mother Kisha Marie Aldrich and Ronald Carl Toulou, both of Coulee Dam. The couple has set their wedding date for Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Cole Park in Coulee Dam beginning at 3 p.m. A reception will follow in the ballroom of the Town of Coulee Dam building....
Tasheena Friedlander and James Ogle of Nespelem are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter Larryssa Leslie Lynn Friedlander born on Saturday, June 2, 2012, at Coulee Medical Center in Grand Coulee. She weighed 7 lbs., 9 oz., and was 20 inches in length at birth. Maternal grandparents are Suzette Aripa and Les Moses. Paternal grandparents are Erin Ogle and Larry Ogle.... Full story
Cody Proctor, of Grand Coulee, has been awarded a $6,000 Montana Broadcasters Association/Joe Durso Jr. Memorial Scholarship from The University of Montana. Proctor is a UM senior majoring in broadcast journalism. She is a 2008 graduate of Lake Roosevelt High School and the daughter of Gordon and Kathleen Proctor of Grand Coulee. The scholarship was established in 1999 by MBA board members in memory of Durso, who was a UM professor of radio-television.... Full story
Three local girls competed in the PNW International Girl 2012 pageant in Tacoma May 24-26 where crowns, trophies, tiaras and titles were brought home. Jaylyn Kensler, first time in a pageant, took 3rd runner up in the beauty competition and was state photogenic alternate for most original photo and photogenic winners. Alexia Ryan, 2011 Washington State Little Miss Beauty, now holds a new title, First Washington State IG Doll 2012 in the Little Miss division. In the overall competition she won... Full story
Ida and Bruce Gamboa of Electric City are proud to announce the graduation of their daughter Paige Elizabeth Gamboa from the University of Washington, Class of 2012. Paige graduated as an honor student with a degree in Communication and a minor in Diversity. Paige will be making her home in the Seattle area and working for KJR radio station in the promotions and sports departments.... Full story
The Grand Coulee Dam Federal Employees Association awarded scholarships to seven recipients this year. The people receiving their $500 scholarships this year are Paige Webley, of Spokane; Carrie Crosbey, of Cheney; Kayla Barger, of Ellensburg; Nicole Hicks, of Coulee Dam; Kramer Carlson of Coulee Dam; Mason Marin, of Electric City; and Alyissa Canady, of Missoula, Mont. The association is proud to be able to contribute to these students endeavors for higher education. All funds distributed to these students are raised by the Grand Coulee Dam... Full story
Scott Rosco and Bailey Ankney would like to announce their engagement. They are both 2010 graduates of Lake Roosevelt High School. Bailey is currently attending Spokane Community College Culinary School. Scott has joined the Navy and will be leaving for boot camp on June 13. Maternal parents are Stephanie ( Pete) Palmer and Doran ( Tony) Ankney. Maternal grandparents are Colleen and the late Fred Leskinen. Paternal parents are Gary and Candi Rosco. Paternal grandparents are Rodney and Joy Bise... Full story
Tanya Ang, left, and Areielle White will present an eighth grade piano recital Sunday, June 10, at 2 p.m. at Zion Lutheran Church, 348 Mead, Grand Coulee. The pianists are long-time pupils of Bonnie Wendt. The program will include classic and contemporary solos and duets. The public is cordially invited to attend.... Full story
Mr. William Sieg (Chief) of Everett, Wash., and Ms. Teresa Sieg of Coulee City, are proud to announce the engagement of their daughter Keelysandra Marie Sieg to Beau Daniel Jorgensen, son of Keith Jorgensen of Coulee City and Lori Jorgensen (Micheletti) of Electric City. Keely graduated from ACH in 2006 and moved to Everett, to pursue a degree in Human Resource Management at Cascadia Community College and Western Washington University. She graduated from Western Washington University in June... Full story
Gabe, Timmy and Emma happily announce the marriage of their mother Rebecca Dawn Shull to Jared Andrew Avey. On Saturday, March 23, 2012, the couple’s wedding reception was held at their home in Sherwood, Ore. Valerie Wilkenson was the officiant with Jared and Rebecca’s own vows recited as well as a music picture video shown of them and the children throughout their courtship. Daughter Emma danced down the aisle as flower girl. The bride’s close friend Tonya Valencia traveled from Utah to be ma... Full story
So many veterans feel confused about benefits and services they’ve earned. There’s so much to know...and so many changes from one year to the next. That’s why the nonprofit Disabled American Veterans (D-A-V) offers help. The DAV Mobile Service Office will be at the following locations to personally provide the best counseling and claim filing assistance available. Like all D-A-V services, help from the Mobile Service Office is free to all veterans and members of their families. • May 8, 2012 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.; Civic League Park, 20 South... Full story
Anyone in the community experiencing the loss of a loved one is invited to come and share support! The group meets on Thursdays at 10:30 a.m., at Coulee Dam Community Church and will meet every week after. Call 633-1790 for more information.... Full story
Jennika Hill has turned a page in her book and is anxious to get on to the next. Hill placed fourth in Women’s Physique bodybuilding competition last Saturday at the Northern Quest theater in Airway Heights. “Boy was I nervous,” Hill stated Tuesday. But, as she says, “as soon as I started to perform everything was okay.” Hill continued, “When I walked out on the stage for my one-minute routine, a big roar went up and that helped settle me down.” The roar, in part, was from a handful of Credit Un... Full story
Landon Avery is pleased to announce the forthcoming marriage of his parents Amber L. Francis and Branden D. Jorgensen. Amber is the daughter of Brenda Francis of Grand Coulee and is employed at the Colville Tribal Convalescent Center in Nespelem. Branden is the son of Virginia and Allen Jorgensen of Coulee City. He works on the Jorgensen Farm in Coulee City. The wedding will take place on Saturday, May 12, 2012, in Cole Park, in Coulee Dam.... Full story
Carey L. Reyes and Rodney J. Picking were united in marriage on Saturday, April 21, 2012, at the Hitching Post in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. The bride is the daughter of Gary and Andrean Reyes of Elk and Diana Picard of Nespelem. Rodney is the son of Steve and Cindy Picking of Omak. Rod brings to this joining three children: Wyatt, Conner and Evelyn. Carey brings four children: Tabitha, Josie, Abe and Connor and two grandchildren Ayamae and Koen. A reception to celebrate their marriage will be h... Full story
Charles Bond, of Coulee Dam, will leave for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Mission Training Center in Provo, Utah, April 18 to prepare for a two-year mission to Lisbon, Portugal. He is the son of Robert and Helen Bond.... Full story
Nespelem Junior Rodeo royalty, Queen Mogan Allen, bottom, and princesses Bekah Thomasen, left and Amanda Palmer will host the rodeo April 27-29. Their auction and Indian Taco Feed will be held this Thursday, March 29 at Nespelem Elementary School beginning at 4:30 p.m. — submitted photo... Full story
Katie Emerson, of Grand Coulee, will exhibit Angus cattle at the 2012 Western Regional Junior Angus Show in Reno, Nev., April 21-23, reports Robin Ruff, director of junior programs of the American Angus Association. Emerson, a junior member of the American Angus Association of Saint Joseph, Mo., is one of 102 young Angus breeders who have entered a total of 247 head to compete for championship honors. The Western Regional Junior Angus Show is sponsored by the American Angus Association and the Western States Angus Association. It is one of... Full story
Dave McClure, left, and Andrew McClure, father and son, accept the adulation of the throng at Lake Roosevelt High School’s dual pageants for Mr. GCD and Mr. LR March 13. — Emily Williams photo... Full story
Several local girls took part in a “natural” pageant Feb. 11, that organizers say will be planned again for next year. The Queen of Hearts Natural Pageant was designed for children and young women, ages 3-20 to promote confidence, poise, public speaking abilities and interaction skills, say organizers Carol Schoning of Coulee Dam, and Heather Downs of Grand Coulee. Girls are recognized as “queens” and “princesses” and empowered as children and young women in the community, they say. Don’t confus... Full story
The Department of the Air Force awarded Staff Sergeant Nathan A. Harrell the Air Force Achievement Medal for Outstanding Achievement from Feb. 25, 2011, to July 1, 2011. Harrell distinguished himself by outstanding achievements as a U-2 and Global Hawk Fuels Systems repair craftsman, 380th Expeditionary Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, 380th Expeditionary Maintenance Group, 380th Air Expeditionary Wing, A1Dhafra Air Base, United Arab Emirates. During this period, in support of operations Enduring... Full story
Melissa Anne Tong of Bozeman, Mont., and Timothy Edward Heizer of Grand Coulee have announced their engagement and forthcoming marriage. Melissa is the daughter of Jeff Tong of Livingston, Mont., and Nancy Tong of Bozeman. She is a 1998 graduate of Belgrade High School and employed with Gibson Guitar. Timothy is the son of Vern Heizer of Spokane and Judy Wall of Electric City. He is a 1999 graduate of Omak High School and attending Montana State University. The couple has set Saturday, April... Full story
On Saturday, Feb. 4, 2012, Richard N. Gors passed away, surrounded by daughter Brenda, niece Glenda and his most precious love Sally. Richard, or Rick to most, fought a valiant battle with cancer, but even with his most stubbornness was unable to win. Rick was a very generous man who would do everything he could to help anyone if it was within his power and would find someone else who could help if he was unable. His smile, infective laughter and sense of humor will be remembered by all who... Full story
Beloved Ruth (Long) Jasper, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend to many, passed peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, Jan. 22, 2012, in New Orleans La. Family and friends will be gathering 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 12, at the Masonic Temple in Fairbanks to celebrate the life of a woman who touched the lives of so many people. Born Ruth Virginia Jasper on September 4, 1939, to Charles “Frank” and Elizabeth Jasper in Donnelly, Idaho. The family moved to Grand Coulee in 1945. She had eight bro... Full story