Week of January 23, 2025
Week of January 23, 2025
DAYTON–Charges against Columbia County resident Michelle R. Shoun have been dismissed by Superior Court Judge Brooke J. Burns in a November 22, 2024 ruling at the County Courthouse here. Shoun, 54, was charged in November, 2023, with second-degree assault, harassment and third-degree malicious mischief in connection with an October 26, 2023, incident in Dayton involving then 29-year-old Danielle M. Kelly, whose residence was a 201 S. Willow Street, space number seven. In a Motion To Dismiss filed by Chief Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Jennine...
The Dayton Kiwanis Club sponsored Law Enforcement Appreciation Day in January by ensuring that "Blue Stripe" United States flag posters were sprinkled about town and in display windows of downtown businesses, and by sponsoring a program at its January 9 meeting at the Delany Room. Invited to attend were, from left, Sheriff Joe Helm, Undersheriff Robbie Patterson, Ellie Sabin, Deputy Gino Bruce, Rilee Steinhoff, and Civil Deputy Sarah Beaudrieau, who heard from Middle School ASB officers Sabin...
PENDLETON, Ore.–A new Umatilla National Forest District Ranger has been selected, Tara Mackleit, announced Umatilla National Forest Supervisor Eric Watrud. She currently serves as the Fire Management Officer for Pomeroy Ranger District. This promotion provides a seamless transition for the Forest and the district. "The Umatilla is fortunate to have such a passionate, experienced, and highly qualified individual on the forest leadership team," Watrud said. "Tara's demonstrated success at...
OLYMPIA–A public hearing was held Monday afternoon in the House Environment and Energy Committee on legislation proposed by Rep. Mary Dye that would ensure local counties and tribes have a greater say in the siting of new wind and solar energy projects in Washington state. Dye serves as ranking Republican on the committee. She says the bill is in response to a decision made by Gov. Jay Inslee in November to approve the massive 74,600-acre Horse Heavens wind and solar energy project near the...
DAYTON–The Port of Columbia Commission (Port) discussed how to move forward following the appraisal received for the railroad and held election of officers for 2025 during the January 8 meeting. The Port has received many public comments at the last few meetings on December 18 and more recently January 8 regarding the possible sale of the railroad. At the previous meeting, most spoke in favor of the Port keeping the rail, but at the last meeting more expressed support at selling the rail to...
Howard R. French Howard R French of Conrad, Mont. passed away December 21, 2024, at the age of 92 in Great Falls, Mont. at Benefis Hospital. He was cremated at Asper Crematory in Shelby, Mont. He is survived by his wife Angela M. French of 70 years. Howard is also survived by their three children, Deena (Dick) Maier, Thomas (Jeannie) French, Tim (Dot) French, seven grandchildren, and 10 great grandchildren. His family was the most important part of his life, and...
Recently, I've heard people declare the fires in California, are some form of direct judgment from God. This view, however, may show a lack of biblical understanding. Some have even pointed to Bible passages in the Old Testament as reference points for the judgment of God by fire. In reality; these fires are likely being started by sinful humans and not Holy God. The stark contrast between God's dealings with humanity in the Old and New Testament reveals a profound transformation in how divine...
Ten Years Ago January 21, 2015 Columbia County is celebrating 125 Years of Fair Fun, with 2015 Fair Hostess Katie White, 16, daughter of Luke and Dawn White, and Mary McHaffie, 16, daughter of Robin and Bill McHaffie. Dayton graduate Davey Phillips participates in Dub Hackathon. The unique niche of the Pacific Northwest for experts of coffee culture and technological innovations have hosted a collegiate hackathon, according to University of Washington Journalism student, Ashley Stewarts. The...
The Witch in 204 live, shows January 24-26. Latch your windows! Bolt your door! Beware of The Witch in 204! Sylvie's hopes of living happily-ever-after with Eugene soon dissipate when the next-door neighbor turns out to be Eugene's mysterious former paramour; who proceeds to wreak havoc on Sylvie and Eugene's wedding day as the uninvited guest. Scandal quickly ensues! The sequel to Barbara Pease Weber's popular play Seniors of the Sahara, The Witch in 204 weaves a tale of ageless romance and...
Continuing... Deveney chuckled as the youngest member of his gang ran to the saloon door and lost his breakfast onto the street. His chuckles turned to frowns as two other outlaws bolted for the swinging doors, holding their bellies. Jim and June ducked out into the kitchen, then out the back door. They hurried up the street to the Sheriff's office. Inside the office Moss waited with most of the citizens of Far Nuff. "Ipecac's starting to work," Jim said. "Deveney didn't drink any, and he got...
Sometimes upside down is good. Being baked upside down enhances the taste of the caramelized brown sugar pineapple coating on a pineapple upside down cake. A repairman might turn the object he is working on upside down to make the corrections that are needed. When Jesus' disciples entered a particular area, it was said of them," those who have turned the world upside down have come here also." The life and message of God's people was revolutionary to others. They thought of it as the world...
Thursday: Increasing clouds, with a high near 39. Light and variable wind becoming west 5 to 7 mph in the morning. Thursday Night: A 30 percent chance of snow, mainly after 10pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 23. Southwest wind 3 to 6 mph. Friday: A 30 percent chance of snow, mainly before 10am. Partly sunny, with a high near 34. Friday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 19. Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 35. Saturday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 18. Sunday: Sunny, with a...
“The most wasted day of all is that on which we have not laughed.” – Nicolas... Full story
