Articles from the February 2, 2023 edition
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Former Dayton resident under investigation in Jamaica
JAMAICA–Jamaican authorities are investigating allegations of improprieties in connection with a former Dayton resident, the faith-based orphanage he established to serve wards of the state here in 2...
Eagles Aerie opens passageway between buildings
Dayton Eagles' Aerie is setting up housekeeping in its new location at 258 E. Main Street, and work was recently completed on a passageway between the former Weinhard Café and former Blue Mountain...
Blue Mountain Counseling hires substance abuse counselor
DAYTON-Blue Mountain Counseling recently added a substance use disorder/abuse counselor to their staff. Greg Hall comes from Yakima where he just retired from serving at the Veterans Administration....
Reported losses recover
DAYTON-Losses reported of $416k for Columbia County Health System in November were recovered in December with a net income of $887k according to the January 25 report during the monthly meeting. An en...
Damage minor in residential fire
There were no injuries and damage was relatively minor when District 3 firefighters responded to 321 W. Clay Street at 12:45 a.m. January 31. The fire was inside the residence and firefighters...
Quote of the Week
“If you aren’t fired with enthusiasm, you will be fired with enthusiasm.” – Vince Lombardi... Full story
Olympia Update
OLYMPIA–Various surveys conducted around the state over the last year continue to show that public safety is high on the list of concerns for the average Washingtonian. It doesn't matter if it's s...
BOCC approved purchase of six sheriff vehicles
DAYTON-The Board of County Commissioners voted to approve several items during the January 30 special meeting including the purchase of six sheriff vehicles; a budget amendment for solid waste; the sa...
Pastor's Corner
Former Starbuck school pupil (Dayton born) Eugene Fletcher became lead pilot of a B-17 bomber that performed 35 missions over enemy territory in World War II, some of which were extremely dangerous. Prior to a mission in which the odds were against...
Clarification and correction
DAYTON–In the front-page article in the January 26, 2023 edition of the Dayton Chronicle “Library Director’s decision appealed” by Melissa Gemmell read: “During the meeting, Library Trustee Charles Beleny (corrected spelling) recommended to the Bo...
Obituary
Frank Jay Reser March 10, 1951–January 3, 2023 Frank Jay Reser passed on January 3 2023 with a nail gun in his hand, doing what he loved. Frank was born March 10, 1951 in Ritzville, Wash., to Gene and Fern Reser. They spent time in Stevensville, M...
What's New at School?
DAYTON–The High School (DHS) Class of 2025 put together the “Hippies in the 60’s” themed Sadie Hawkins Dance on February 17 at the Columbia County Fairgrounds Youth Building from 8-10 p.m. Sadie H...
From the Dayton Chronicle archives
Ten Years Ago January 30, 2013 The Watco Company, who operates the Palouse River & Coulee City Railroad, would like a new lease agreement with the Port of Columbia. The current lease agreement states it may be renewed in 20 years. The railroad,...
Dayton Weekly Weather
Thursday: Increasing clouds, with a high near 46. Southeast wind around 6 mph becoming calm. Thursday Night: A 20 percent chance of rain after 10pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 33. South wind 8 to 11 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph. Friday: A...
DW in third as season closes
BURBANK–Dayton-Waitsburg is in third place with a 4-4 league record as it heads into the last game of the season tonight against Walla Walla Valley Academy and Senior Night. In action from last w...
Lady Wolfpack finds success against Coyotes
BURBANK–In a season with few bright spots, Head Coach Dirk Hansen is proud of them when they happen. Dayton-Waitsburg Lady Wolfpack, playing against fourth-ranked Columbia-Burbank on Jan. 28, s...
Young Basketball Players giving half time crowds fast action
There is a flock of young basketball players learning the game and they delight Dayton-Waitsburg Wolfpack fans with their play during half time of home games. The action is fast...look for them two...
