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OLYMPIA, Wash. — While Democrats in the state legislature have supported enacting a capital gains tax to fund public education in the past, they aren’t itching to pass one this legislative session now that they control both the statehouse and the governorship. At a Thursday morning news conference, Senate Majority Leader Sharon Nelson, D–Maury Island, said that while “everything will be on the table” she doesn’t see much momentum behind passing a capital gains tax assessed on profits derived from the sale of property or...
A bill to be introduced this session would eliminate the death penalty in Washington State and require people convicted of first degree murder to serve life sentences without the possibility of parole. Washington State Attorney General Bob Ferguson requested Senate bill 6052 after Senate bills proposing the same legislation did not pass through a committee hearing last year. “I’m reasonably optimistic that this could be the year,” Ferguson said mentioning the bill’s bipartisan sponsorship. “The votes are there.” Despite oth...
Washington state Gov. Jay Inslee expressed a defiant attitude toward U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions, who announced on Thursday the rescinding of Obama-era guidelines that assisted the legalization of non-medical marijuana in Washington, seven other states and the District of Columbia. Sessions’ announcement came via a memo to U.S. attorneys, in which he referenced the illegality of possessing and distributing marijuana under the Controlled Substances Act. The attorney general suggested that such legislation confirms t...
HARRINGTON, Wash. – Adored for its great-tasting menu items and an environment unmatched among pizza competitors, Pizza Factory has announced a franchise growth strategy targeting Harrington. The family-friendly pizza shop, with more than 110 locations in six states, has set into motion a strategy that aims to provide their renowned high-quality product, give back to the community and develop strong bonds with their neighbors in Harrington. “The role we play goes well beyond just being the best place in the neighborhood for...
ST. PAUL, MINN. (Dec. 8, 2017) – Keith Bailey has been honored by CHS, Inc., the nation's leading farmer-owned cooperative, for contributing 25 years of service to strengthening and growing the cooperative system. He is CEO of AgVentures NW, LLC, of Odessa, Wash. and general manager for its owner companies, Reardan Grain Growers and Odessa Union Warehouse, which serve farmers through more than 20 locations. He also serves as chief operating officer of newly formed HighLine G...
Although the rest of my family met her Wednesday night, I first met LuLu (although she was nameless at that time) the morning of Thursday, December 28, when I went to our laundry area to make sure she was still alive. When I opened the door, I was greeted with the sickening sweet smell of infection and a wagging tail that was attached to a sightless pup so emaciated I was instantly brought to tears. My first thought was, "How could anyone be so cold-hearted and cruel to a...
Spokane Ag Expo challenges your kids to be creative over the Holiday school break. Instead of spending time in front of a TV or with their mobile device, have them dream up and create a project for Expo’s “Kids Creative Corner.” It could be something made from, but not limited to, Legos, a diorama, drawing or painting, recycled art, clay; their choice! The only criteria is the theme of their exhibit must be farm, ranch or ag-related. The three age categories are: 7 years old and under, 8 years old through 12 years old and 1...
It’s called “NIMBY-ism” and it can kill if left to fester. Short for “not in my backyard,” this community-reinforced roadblock often prevents drug and alcohol rehabilitation facilities from opening, and that means those in the throes of addiction must look elsewhere for help or die in droves. In October 2017, Florida native Brittany Ringersen – who’ll mark nine years as an individual in recovery this spring – celebrated the fourth anniversary of the opening of her Boynton Beach, Florida-based rehab center. What makes this...
Rocklyn Zion Chapel Wednesday, December 27, the Rocklyn Zion Chapel held a Christmas Hymn Sing at 6 p.m. Beautiful prelude music was played by Cheryl Beymer and a hearty “Welcome” was given by Judy Mielke. Pastor Kim Kruger opened the service in prayer, which was followed by everyone exchanging greetings. As the congregation of 50 or more settled into their seats a duet was sung by Julie and Mark Baas on guitar, “Christmas Hallelujah” and accompanied by Cheryl. With song leaders Janice Kruger and Robert Mielke, the congreg...
January The local girl scout troop worked hard to raise funds for a planned trip to Washington, D.C., scheduled for the coming summer. The girls teamed with volunteers from Christ Lutheran Church in Odessa to carry out a textile drive through a group called Clothes for a Cause. Through this fundraiser and others that had already been conducted by the group and their parents/guardians, the girls were trying to raise $16,000 for their trip. The Odessa Chamber of Commerce called a community-wide meeting to be held in the...
The Tekoa Trail & Trestle Association and the Rosalia Chamber of Commerce have begun what they hope will be greeting the new year with a new, uniquely Washington tradition of "Lights Across Washington." This new annual goal is to have a large holiday light display in every community along the epic John Wayne Trail to celebrate the holidays and Washington's only cross-state trail. Each year we would partner with one or more of the 18 Washington towns and cities that the trail...
The Board of Directors of Odessa School District #105 met in the library at 5:30 p.m. on December 20, 2017, with board chair Ed Deife; board members Heather Valverde, Chris Crossley and Carmen Weishaar; superintendent Dan Read; principal Jamie Nelson and business manager Juli Weishaar present. Janie Steward was absent due to family matters. Also present were facilities supervisor Justin Parr and Odessa Record reporter Terrie Schmidt-Crosby. Superintendent Read added two items...
Public Development Authority The Harrington Public Development Authority met December 19, with the following present: Heather Slack, president, Jay Kane, Paul Charlton, Jay Gossett, Jill Plaskon, Bunny Haugan, Marge Womach, Tim Tipton, Cherie MacClellan, Dillon Haas, Margie Hall (Lincoln Co. EDC) and Josh Steward. Gossett related to the group that another quote had been received for the sign which the Authority is planning to buy to place on the west edge of town to announce events. The new quote is slightly cheaper and has...
If you need a conversation starter this holiday season here are a few Christmas facts you may not know. 1. Christmas supposedly marks the birth of Jesus Christ on December 25. But there is no mention of December 25 in the Bible and most historians believe he was born in the spring. 2. These evergreen branches became the foundation of our Christmas tree. It is thought that Germans are the first to bring "Christmas trees" into their homes at the holidays and decorate them with cookies and lights. 3. Santa Claus comes from St....
MARLIN (13 DEC 2017) – Grant County deputies are asking the public for help finding 15-year-old James Friend. Friend was last seen in his hometown of Marlin (Grant County) Washington on December 2, 2017. He has not spoken with family or friends since then, nor has he communicated over social media. It is out of character for him to not be in touch with family or friends. It's unknown what he was wearing when he left. He has no other risk factors which would explain why he h...
OLYMPIA... The Association of Washington Business recently honored Sen. Judy Warnick, R-Moses Lake, at its 2017 Evening of Excellence as the Legislator of the Year. Warnick, who served as the Chair of the Senate's Agriculture, Water, Trade and Economic Development Committee, received the award for her work to support small businesses across the state. "I am honored to receive this recognition," said Warnick. "I have worked to expand opportunity and limit unnecessary...
Odessa's schools celebrated a School of Distinction award on November 6, 2017 for sustained improvement in English Language Arts and Math over a five-year period. Odessa Jr./Sr. High School is one of 98 schools so honored by the Center for Educational Effectiveness and their partner organizations that have recognized schools across the state for continuous and substantive improvement. Then on December 15, the Future Business Leaders of America chapter at Odessa High School...
The December 12 meeting of the Odessa Chamber of Commerce gave its first vote of approval to the 2018 budget for the group, cutting back wherever possible to achieve a positive balance at year’s end. To do so, the Chamber board had opted to eliminate the Tim Suchland Memorial scholarship for $1,000 in addition to cutting back on many other line items. The Miss Odessa scholarships associated with the community float will remain in place. Chamber president Zach Schafer said board members very much hoped that some other civic g...
Mike Baker, a staff reporter at the Seattle Times newspaper, reported on December 11 that Central Washington University was investigating the conduct of state Rep. Matt Manweller and had placed him on administrative leave from his job as a political science professor. Officials at the Ellensburg school declined to discuss the details of the investigation, except to say that it involved “allegations of inappropriate conduct.” Manweller, who has taught at the university since 2003, has been investigated twice in recent yea...
Harrington City Council The Harrington City Council met December 13 for its monthly meeting and public hearing with the following present: Mayor Dillon Haas; Clerk Bunny Haugan; Maintenance Supervisor Scott McGowan; Council Members Mike Cronrath, Peter Davenport, Justin Slack and Rick Becker and visitors Gavin Wagner; Marge Womach; Brent Wilday and Cherie MacClellan. Gavin Wagner introduced himself and stated that he came to learn what city requirements might apply to him placing a small silo on a cement pad and attaching it...
MOSES LAKE – Landowners near Moses Lake have been fined for illegally pumping more than 500 million gallons of groundwater from the declining Odessa aquifer. In June, the Washington Department of Ecology issued cease and desist orders requiring the landowners and their lessee to stop pumping groundwater. Ignoring the orders, they continued pumping water illegally for three-and-a-half more months to water 530 acres of crops. The Odessa aquifer has been rapidly declining since 1980. Groundwater has dropped more than 200 f...
Our report on the most recent Odessa Town Council meeting said incorrectly that Bill Knerr had been appointed to the council. He has been appointed to the planning commission, not the council. The open council position being vacated by Terry Goetz will be filled by Vickie Iverson, who was elected by Odessa voters in November. There will be another vacancy, as we stated last week, when Bill Crossley resigns his council seat to begin serving as mayor in January. Citizens willing to serve on the council are asked to submit...
After receiving training, Lincoln County Deputies are now equipped with the opioid overdose reversal drug Naloxone. The deputies have been equipped with single-dose spray dispensers to be used in the event they encounter a subject who is suffering from an opioid overdose. Opioids include heroin, Methadone, OxyContin, Dilaudid, morphine, Demerol, hydrocodone/Vicodin, Percocet, Fentanyl and Fentanyl analogs. An opioid overdose causes a person's breathing to slow or completely stop. Naloxone can help counteract those...
In its final meeting of 2017 and also the final meeting for outgoing mayor Lois Hubbard, the Odessa Town Council adopted its budget for 2018 at Monday night’s regularly scheduled meeting, which was also its final meeting of 2017. The budget total comes to just over $4 million. Two million of that total is earmarked for street repairs and involves mostly grant funds that are being provided by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the Transportation Improvement Board, the Community Development Block Grants program and the U...
The 2018 Spokane Ag Expo and Pacific Northwest Farm Forum is scheduled for their three-day event for February 6-8, 2018 at the Spokane Convention Center. The largest farm machinery show in the Inland Northwest will host 300 exhibitors and conduct 36 educational seminars and forums relating to agri-business from large-scale operations to small acreage farms and ranches. Exhibitors will range from large farm equipment manufacturers and service providers to businesses catering to small acreage and part-time farmers who hold down...
