Council honors those leaving, welcomes newcomers

Coulee Dam's town council welcomed in two new council members just before breaking for cake to honor the service of two who were leaving, especially Merv Schmidt, who, in his second stint on the council, has served for six years.

"From the bottom of my being, thanks for all you've done," Mayor Bob Poch said.

Newly elected Ronald Toulou will succeed Schmidt on the council. And Brian Quill will take...