Articles from the August 10, 2023 edition
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Rural Library dissolution question will go to voters
DAYTON–The Columbia County Rural Library District Board (CCRLD) of Trustees called a special meeting on August 2 to vote on placing the Library Dissolution Resolution on the November ballot. The b...
Pool District informational meeting Aug. 15
DAYTON–An informational meeting to explore formation of a swimming pool tax district and subsequent elected board is scheduled at the Delany Building on Tuesday August 15 at 6-8 p.m. The city pool l...
"The Secret Garden" performances Friday and Saturday at Liberty
DAYTON–The Missoula Children's Theatre is bringing "The Secret Garden" to the Liberty Theater stage this coming Friday and Saturday. A cast of 46 local young people have been intensely rehearsing a...
Pomeroy man fatally injured in Hwy 12 accident
CLARKSTON–A 46-year-old Pomeroy man was fatally injured in a two-vehicle accident on SR 12 near Chief Timothy Park July 19. Jeremiah J. Hessling, 46, was pronounced deceased at the scene, five miles west of Clarkston, according to the Washington S...
Quote of the Week
“It is a scientific fact that your body will not absorb cholesterol if you take if from another person’s plate.” – Dave Barry...
Guest Commentary
By Lauren Scott, The Center Square WASHINGTON STATE–Approximately 9% of America’s corporations moved headquarters since the beginning of 2022, the highest rate since 2017, with most corporations moving to Florida, Texas, and Arizona. The states tha...
Junior Golf Program well attended
The Junior Golf Program–a week of free golf instruction for area youngsters interested in the sport–was well attended the week of June 26-30....
Tenth Annual 'SWIM the SNAKE' Saturday at Lyons Ferry
LYONS FERRY–The tenth annual SWIM the SNAKE event will be held at the Lyons Ferry Marina and Lyons Ferry State Park on Saturday, August 12, 2023, beginning at 11 a.m. Online registration is open. The...
Letters to the Editor
To the editor, I am very concerned over the unrest with the Columbia County Rural Library District and the petition to dissolve the rural library district. Our library serves many people in our community of all ages. I do realize that there is an...
What's New at School?
By Wyntr McCauley DHS Reporter/Correspondent DAYTON–Tthe Swine Showmanship Clinic took place at the Columbia County Fairgrounds on Saturday, July 29. The clinic, lead by Becky Tetrick and Cara Shepher...
Obituary
William L. Breedlove December 2, 1942–June 10, 2023 DAYTON–William (Bill) Breedlove passed away on June 10, 2023 at Bishop Place Enhanced Care Facility in Pullman, Wash Bill was born in Dayton, Wash., on December 2, 1942, son of George and Wilma Cyr...
From the Dayton Chronicle archives
Ten Years Ago August 7, 2013 Wheat, The Economic lifeblood of Columbia County Agribusiness. Our rural population is currently in harvest, bringing in cereal grains to the local elevators. The largest variety grown in the area is soft white...
Dayton Historical Depot Society welcomes new Museum Manager
DAYTON–The Dayton Historical Depot Society (DHDS) has hired Kristina Blake as the new Museum Manager effective June 13, 2023. Blake has a Master's degree from Saint Leo University in Behavioral S...
Sherwood Trust accepting Impact Grant inquiries
WALLA WALLA–Sherwood Trust is accepting qualified Impact Grant inquiries. A Letter of Interest must be submitted by September 6, 2023 to be considered for funding. Impact grants up to $15,000 will be awarded in November of this year. Qualified applic...
