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Quote of the Week
“One that would have the fruit must climb the tree.” – Thomas Fuller... Full story
By From the Dayton Chronicle archives
Ten Years Ago November 27, 2013 The Annual Kiwanis Turkey Bingo drew a huge crowd to win the many prizes and turkeys that were awarded for a Bingo. "An Old Fashioned Christmas" Kick-Off is scheduled for November 29 and 30 in Dayton "The Town that...
What's New at School?
DAYTON-Students returned from Thanksgiving break and Christmas Kick-off last week but many still look forward to Christmas break in three weeks, starting December 19 and ending January 3. Students...
Pastor's Corner
A young Dayton serviceman stationed in California shared that he was discouraged. He missed home. He missed Dayton. He happened to be in a public place where a radio was broadcasting the news. Strangely, a small, insignificant item was mentioned...
Quote of the Week
“The best way to make your dreams come true is to wake up.” – Paul Valery... Full story
What's New at School?
DAYTON–Students are preparing themselves to go into Thanksgiving break starting on Wednesday, November 22. While the Dayton High School (DHS) students are planning Thanksgiving, I asked them and som...
Dayton Elementary School students decorate Community Christmas Tree
All in anticipation of the upcoming Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays, these Dayton Elementary students of Angela Kenney's class were thrilled to take an invigorating jaunt downtown to have their...
From the Dayton Chronicle archives
Ten Years Ago November 20, 2013 The Port of Columbia has scheduled an Open House on December 11 for the public to get a close look at the Artisan Center at the Blue Mountain Station. The Dayton Cross Fit team members hosted their first competition...
Pastor's Corner
A rancher told those of us sitting in the Doctor's waiting room that raising buffalo was more challenging than raising cattle. He said you couldn't rope and lead a buffalo like a cow, but that they could be led by laying out hay when they were...
Quote of the Week
“In war the heroes always outnumber the soldiers ten to one.” – H. L. Mencken... Full story
Jack McCaw honored for 50 years as Scottish Rite Mason
Jack McCaw of Waitsburg, a Past Master of Waitsburg Lodge No. 16, F. & A. M. and a 32nd Degree Scottish Rite Mason, was presented the 50-Year Blue Cap at the Walla Walla Masonic Center on...
Pastor's Corner
Even Christians stumble and fall in their relationship with their Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We must honor God’s promise that when we acknowledge our sins to Him, He truly forgives us. We are promised: “If we confess our sins, He is faithful...
Spots where Main Street trees removed prepared for new planting
The crew from Humbert Asphalt were in town this week, finishing removal of stumps and readying the spots where downtown trees were removed for new plantings. -Chronicle photo...
From the Dayton Chronicle archives
Ten Years Ago November 13, 2013 Chamber members and friends gathered at the Running T Ranch for the annual Dayton Chamber of Commerce awards banquet, honoring Citizen of the Year-Duane Dunlap. Dunlap has been a tireless volunteer his entire life....
What's New At School
DAYTON–Senior and Junior High School students honored veterans during a Thursday afternoon assembly held in the gymnasium. Many high school students were still recovering from the homecoming...
Quote of the Week
“We don’t believe in rheumatism and true love until after the first attack.” – Marie von Ebner-Eschenbach... Full story
What's New at School?
DAYTON- The Bulldogs Homecoming last week for the High School (DHS) Bulldogs students was filled with many activities including: Taco Truck, Halloween, Stud Volleyball, the Color Run that was put on...
From the Dayton Chronicle archives
Ten Years Ago November 6, 2013 For his senior project, DHS graduate Kane Hackett, focused on learning the history of Honor Flights to promote the program locally, and personally handed applications to local veterans, encouraging then to take part....
Don't Tamper with Horses
-Continued from Oct. 26 The township of Kirby nestled into a pocket between rolling hills, a farming settlement of a few hundred people. Sam Morgant drove his wagon up the main street that ran...
Pastor's Corner
Mom's wooden mixing spoon was often used on our backsides. Though she didn't paddle too hard, it was her choice instrument for disciplining us kids. My siblings and I became skillful at hiding the spoon from her or "accidentally" breaking it when we...
OBITUARY
Gloria Mae Costello August 26, 1934–September 8, 2023 Gloria Mae Costello passed away peacefully Friday, Sept. 8, 2023. Gloria was born August 26., 1934 in Upland, Calif. to Delmar and Alfreda McIntyre. She married Jim Costello Sr. Feb. 2, 1952,...
OBITUARY
Robert Terry Laughery October 21, 2023 Robert Terry "Doc" Laughery, 83, died on October 21, 2023, doing what he loved, hunting. He was born in Dayton, Wash. His parents died young, he was raised by his uncle and aunt, Delbert and Genevia Laughery....
Starbuck School gets new playground equipment
The Starbuck School has a new playground toy, thanks to a few volunteers who pitched in on the project along with Zonie Dedloff of Rockin' Z Carpentry, Starbuck. The new apparatus was installed...
Quote of the Week
“There’s a difference between a philosophy and a bumper sticker.” – Charles M. Schulz... Full story
What's New at School?
DAYTON–Homecoming spirit week began on October 30 and will continue through November 4, with many activities happening each day and a dance to wrap things up. High School Football season is coming...
