Goldendale Sentinel February 14, 2024

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FERC recommends energy project with conditions

LOU MARZELES EDITOR

In a 420-page Environmental Impact Study (EIS) issued last Thursday, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) recommended the proposed Goldendale Energy Storage Project proceed as planned, contingent on certain conditions to mitigate potential harm.

The agency is the licensing authority for the construction and operation of hydroelectric development not under federal jurisdiction. The Goldendale Energy Storage Project aims to provide electrical energy by drawing water from the Columbia River at the site of the former aluminum plant eight miles southeast of Goldendale, pumping it up to a massive storage unit atop the adjacent plateau on Juniper Point, then releasing the water back down on demand, essentially creating a vertical hydroelectric dam. The project has been inching along off and on since 2015 and has drawn strong support from some as an efficient and clean energy source—and fierce opposition from Native American tribes and conservation groups.

Such opposition notwithstanding, FERC proclaims in its open-

reservoirs, on at the site of the old aluminum plant (right of lower center) and one atop the plateau above it. Native American tribes fiercely oppose the plan, saying the land, part of ceded Yakama Nation territory, is invaluable to their heritage.

ing paragraphs, “This final EIS documents the view of governmental agencies, non-governmental organizations, affected Native American tribes, the public, the

license applicant, and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission staff. It contains staff evaluations of the applicant’s proposal and the alternatives for licensing the Gol-

dendale Energy Storage Project.”

The EIS describes the land for the project and how it would operate: “The project would occupy 18.1 acres of federal land owned

by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and administered by the Bonneville Power Administration and 663.5 acres of private and state land. The project would be capable of generating 3,561,000 megawatt-hours of electricity annually. The project would operate as a closed-loop pumped storage system, meaning that once it is filled, it would not be connected to an existing surface body of water. Water to initially fill the reservoirs and replace water lost to evaporation would be purchased from the Klickitat Public Utility District (Klickitat PUD) via a new water fill line that would connect to an existing water supply pumping station operated by Klickitat PUD. Klickitat PUD draws water from a pool behind a railroad berm that is hydrologically connected to Lake Umatilla, the impoundment formed by the Corps’ John Day Dam on the Columbia River… The project would involve the construction of new upper and lower reservoirs, an underground conveyance system leading from the upper reservoir to an underground powerhouse with generating/pumping facilities, an underground conveyance system from the powerhouse to the lower reservoir, an access

‘Ivan’s Law’ passes House

A bill that would seek to educate and protect the public from fentanyl passed the state House of Representatives with unanimous approval Thursday.

House Bill 2396, also known as “Ivan’s Law,” was written by Rep. Gina Mosbrucker, R-Goldendale, after she held community meetings last year in Goldendale, Toppenish, and Yakima on the deadly and addictive drug and its impacts.

“I talked to hundreds of people, some in a tent, some on a reservation, some in my hometown, and learned a lot about fentanyl. I heard hours and hours of heartbreaking stories,” Mosbrucker told lawmakers on the House floor Thursday.

The latest numbers recorded 96 confirmed drug overdose deaths in Yakima County in 2023, with fentanyl use mostly responsible. King County had more than 1,000 fentanyl overdoses in 2023.

Mosbrucker says the measure addresses three things she learned from the community meetings about fentanyl.

“When people smoke fentanyl in a vehicle, we don’t know the extent of the contamination and the damage it could be do-

ing. Many people shared that the fentanyl user in their family had taken the vehicle, smoked fentanyl inside, and brought it back the next morning. The parent put the baby in the car, not knowing the contamination, and then they became deathly ill,” said Mosbrucker. “We also need to know what to do when a stolen car is recovered that may also be contaminated.”

The bill would have the Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs, in consultation with the state Department of Health (DOH) and the Washington Poison Center, compile resources on how to decontaminate fentanyl residue and that of other synthetic opioids from motor vehicles.

“Many families also said their child told them, ‘I didn’t know I couldn’t do it just once.’ Fentanyl is not like other drugs where you can use it many times to get high and not necessarily overdose. Fentanyl is fatal,” noted Mosbrucker. “Fentanyl is one pill—one kill. Over and over, we are seeing people of all ages dying from this toxic drug.”

The bill would direct DOH to ensure when conducting a public outreach campaign on the dan-

As the Legislature nears the midpoint of the short 60-day 2024 session, 14th District lawmakers are inviting residents to join them for an upcoming virtual town hall. Sen. Curtis King, R-Yakima, Rep. Gina Mosbrucker, R-Goldendale, and Rep. Chris Corry, R-Ya-

The Washington State Board of Natural Resources last Tuesday approved a slate of land transactions that will allow the Department of Natural Resources to sell several homesites while providing ongoing revenue for school construction in Klickitat County during its monthly meeting.

The first Cliffside Estates inter-trust exchange transfers 20.25 acres near Trout Lake from supporting the Common School Trust into DNR’s Land Bank. A 301-acre portion of a 641acre parcel in Clark County, equal in appraised value to the 20.25-acre Klickitat County parcel, will then be transferred from the Land Bank to the Common School Trust.

The Board of Natural Resources approved DNR’s purchase of the Clark County parcel during its June 2023 meeting.

The second Cliffside Estates inter-trust exchange will take the 20.25-acre parcel near Trout Lake from the Land Bank and exchange it with three segregated Cliffside Estates lots located nearby that total 19 acres and are currently managed to support local services in Klickitat County.

The three residential lot

parcels will be placed in the Land Bank ownership, which will allow DNR to sell them and use the revenue from those transactions to purchase replacement land that is more efficient to manage and better suited to support long-term revenue generation.

Two of the lots (Lots 1 and 2) will be sold directly to the lessees who currently live on them, and the undeveloped third lot will be available for public auction. The Legislature granted DNR the authority to sell land directly to the public

following the passage of HB 1460 in the 2023 session. The properties are the first to be transferred to public owners under the new law.

The Land Bank is a holding area for desirable properties acquired by DNR waiting to become trust lands, and former trust lands waiting to be sold.

Maps and photos of the parcels involved in the proposed transactions are available at dnr. wa.gov/about/boards-andcouncils/board-naturalresources.

Four Klickitat County grangers—Claudine Lefever, Richard Lefever, Charlie Deach, and Kathi Green—met with 14th District Rep. Gina Mosbrucker in Olympia on February 5. The foursome was representing Columbia Grange No. 87 from Lyle and Goldendale Grange No. 49 as part of Washington State Grange Legislative Day. They also had meetings with Rep. Chris Corry and Senator Curtis King.

The afternoon was concluded with a capitol tour and participationw in forums with legislators and staff from committees on agriculture, government relations, NRA, and transportation where information was shared and lively discussions were had.

The Washington State Grange is a nonpartisan, grassroots organization. The Grange does not limit any member’s freedom to think, believe, or vote as he or she pleases.

G OLDENDALE ’ S A TTIC

This week’s Goldendale’s Attic Mystery Picture

This picture has something to do with Simcoe Manor! (Readers: “That’s amazing! How does he do it?!”) We’ve disclosed in the past that someone on our staff

has had military intelligence training—enough said. Beyond that, we must admit, we have no idea what this picture is about, who the people in it are, when it was taken,

or why. Do you? All we know is that this picture ran in The Sentinel sometime, lost in the annals of yesteryear. If you know anything about it, please send us an email (info@

goldendalesentinel.com), or give us a call (509-7733777), or drop in at the office—and remember, you’re welcome to come in and take a look at the original photograph.

L OOKING BACK

February 7, 1924 – 100 Years Ago

At the council meeting held this week, the city council decided to order a chemical fi re engine for a trial. This is something Goldendale has needed for a long time, and purchase of a satisfactory outfit, even at considerable expense, will be a step in the right direction. The fi re truck was provided by Wentworth and Irwin of Portland. They delivered a 1923-24 “K16” G. M. C. truck, fitted with fi re apparatus and G. F. D lettered on the body.

February 11, 1954 – 70 Years Ago

After a severe snowstorm left Klickitat County in a power blackout that lasted several days, enterprising gas station attendants found ingenious methods of keeping motorists going during the blackout. Joe’s Texaco pumped gas with a hand pump, fi lling five-gallon cans. Thus, they helped many local customers and kept the PUD trucks on the move to the main line break in the Columbia Hills. Fifty gallons were pumped at a crack, and it took fi fty turns of the handle to fi ll one five-gallon can. At John Tol’s station [where Peggy Woodard’s Christian Book Store was more recently], gas and diesel oil were taken out of the large tanks by gravity flow to keep cars and trucks running. A stand-by electric plant was used to light the café and bus station at the same site and to heat water.

February 11, 1954 – 70 Years Ago

Many Goldendale homeowners, those minus fi replaces, wood stoves and gravity heating devices, didn’t wait for an invitation to “invade” the homes of the fortunate during the 29-and-a-half-hour power outage early Sunday morning caused by a break in the main Bonneville Power line north of the Reuter ranch at Dallesport. Z. O. Brooks summed up the answer in a very few words that fit practically all cases when he said, “ I just headed for the fi rst place I saw smoke coming from the stack.”

February 14, 1974 – 50 Years Ago

Nellie Schuster is receiving “on the job training” as the new county clerk, but the other day a new fi rst happened that threw even the old-timer assistants into a minor tizzy. A young couple, beaming and looking extremely pleased, appeared. The girls in the office were just about to direct them to the Auditor’s office, thinking they were seeking a marriage license. They weren’t. They had proudly brought in some legal documents, pleased with the money they had saved. It was the county’s fi rst do-it-yourself divorce, er, dissolution of marriage.

February 7, 1974 – 50 Years Ago

The building on the corner of Columbus and Main Streets, for years known as the McEwen Building, has been purchased from the Dean Gillenwaters estate by Lloyd Pearl Bellamy who operates the Lighthouse Christian Supply Center in the building. It is also occupied by Dr. H.P. Harm, optometrist, the state employment office, and the Yarn Closet. It dates to the days of the old State Bank of Goldendale, Shipp’s Barber Shop, and more recently Geneva’s Arts and Crafts. [This became Dr. Ogden’s building.]

February 16, 1984 – 40 Years Ago

A brand-new seat cushion for Goldendale Fire Department’s 1925 GMC “Asthma” was made by Lance Dement of Quality Upholstery. The new leather seat fits into the plans the Department has to completely restore the antique fi re truck through fundraising projects. The volunteers are looking for an original picture of the truck and request that if anyone knows of one to contact project chairman Keith Silen or any local fi reman.

February 10, 1994 – 30 Years Ago

The City of Goldendale lost a true friend on Saturday when William F. Hornibrook died of natural causes. He was 102 years old. His service to the community helped it grow from its infancy and shaped its growth for the last century. He and his late wife Bessie are best known as the pioneers of Goldendale development. In the 1950s a housing boom was energized with the efforts of the couple who built approximately 29 houses and two duplexes on the east side of town [east of the middle school]. Many of the one-story ranch-style homes were the fi rst all-electric houses in Goldendale. The couple also donated land for Goldendale High School’s Agriculture Shop—now the School District Administration building.

—Richard Lefever Klickitat County Historical Society

Answer to last week´s Mystery Picture

We’ve colorized this picture. This week we drew responses from Dr. Ogden, Jarrod Swearingen, Teresa Fridley-Willis, and Sidne Steindorf. There was some back and forth on some of the names, but we think we have them all correct. We did not receive a guess on when this might have been taken, so we were unable to look in our archives to see what the occasion was. The names, as we have them are, starting in the front row left to right:

Adrienne Wilson, Heather Siegel, Laura Baseler,

A few weeks ago, we ran a picture of

Avenue and

intersections in a state of disrepair, with one gentleman on a piece of equipment and another standing on the sidewalk next to it. Last week we spoke with Annabelle Flemming who believes this is her father, Robert Hayden, and her grandfather, Rabbit Hayden.

They have a cow, chickens, garden, and about 25 fruit trees. Clara specializes in the flower garden, where she has many varieties. Especially before the war, travelers were delighted to drop in for one of the famous chicken dinners at the Meadowlark Inn; to wander about the Inn and see the old English tapestries and prints, and mementos of Sam Hill. Many would stay overnight or for several days to enjoy this bit of old England.

Lucy Leatherby and Clara Carter, Maryhill, symbolize a friendship that has lasted their entire lives. From the time they were childhood friends, the two have played together, had similar jobs, and have traveled and lived together. The story of one is the story of the other.

Lucy and Clara, as they are known, were born and raised in England. During world war I they were both with the Secret Service, as well as working at the Royal Woolwich arsenal. While there, they saw many a zeppelin brought down in flames.

After the war, the girls came to Victoria, B.C., for a rest and a vacation. There they visited Clara’s two sisters, one of whom was married during their stay. During their year in Victoria, they met Sam Hill. He quickly changed their plans of returning to London and asked them to run his

home for him in Seattle.

Must Chew Gum

An acquaintance of the girls, wishing to have a little fun with them, told them that before they went to the United States, they must first learn the delightful American custom of chewing gum, which neither had tried. Before the trip, Lucy managed to chew with a certain degree of fi nesse, but Clara decided to try and smuggle herself in without chewing it, and to this day she has never tried it. They were employed by Sam Hill until his death, during which time many famous guests were present at the household. Then they came to Maryhill, where they have spent the past 13 years at the Meadowlark Inn, which they run English style. They have done all their own interior decorating and painting, and they raise many of the foods that they serve.

Hear of Robots Lucy and Clara have heard from their friends and relatives how terrible the robot bombings have been, with people having to sleep in underground tunnels and subways. They each have nephews in the service. During their residence in the United States, they have spent nearly all of their time in Seattle and Maryhill, never having been out of the state of Washington except to go to The Dalles and Portland.

They were naturalized in Goldendale. Roy Spoon, county clerk, found that they didn’t have all the necessary papers, so they had to go to Vancouver, B. C., to obtain them. Then, at the second attempt, one of the girls became so excited she couldn’t talk. With much coaxing on the part of Sam Hill, she finally regained her voice and her composure and achieved her goal.

“With less travel now, I don’t have to answer one bloomin’ question quite so often,” Lucy smiled. “They usually say, ‘Does the wind always blow like this up ’ere?’”

OpiniOn

Civil discourse at its best at the caucuses

I want to extend a huge thank you to everyone who chose to get off the couch, get out of the house, and come engage in the civic process during the county caucuses two weekends ago. For me personally, it was an encouraging display of civil discourse and a functional democratic process.

This was my first time attending a caucus, and the event was both eye-opening and energizing. There was a great deal of stimulating conversation, as constituents hashed out their differences of opinion on party platforms and their preferences for various candidates.

Held at various locations throughout the county, each caucus provided an opportunity for neighbors to sit down and have face-to-face conversations about the issues they felt most pressing and promote the candidates they felt were most qualified to address them.

With the scent of donuts and coffee wafting through the air, there was a palpable sense of camaraderie among participants, despite the many disagreements being discussed. It was refreshing to hear people politely disagree, defend their differing opinions, and still respect the diverse and divergent perspectives being represented.

This is what civil discourse is supposed to look like, isn’t it? The democratic process hinges on our ability to have difficult conversations in such a civil manner. When we choose to engage in the local conversation, when we sit together to discuss the best direction for our communities, for our county, our state, and the fate of our nation, a special sort of magic happens.

People find common ground.

Based on many conversations with others who were participating for the first time, I believe this was an enriching experience for everyone involved. Mustering the courage to engage in the county caucus was empowering because it gave everyone a chance for their voice to be heard.

More than that, the caucuses brought neighborhoods together to communicate in a heartfelt way and provided the prime opportunity to impact other people’s perspectives. There was the potential to persuade people to support your position, or perhaps to be persuaded yourself.

The real beauty in all of this to me was realizing that despite the many bitter disagreements that seem to be hopelessly dividing our nation at the local level, we can still find common ground. There is more that unites us as Americans than there is that divides us.

This counterintuitive truth was on full display at the county caucuses, and I believe these events point us toward a positive, constructive path forward. We need more face-to-face conversations, especially when we disagree. This is how we can reconnect with our shared humanity and forge agreements on how best to

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I am grateful for everyone who had the courage to come out and engage. Thank you for a very uplifting day!

Burn-out has got to go

The Festival of Wheels gave it another try this year. It seems the attendance has dwindled to much lower levels than when the event was new, 10 years ago. There are a lot of competing car shows this time of year, so it doesn’t surprise me . This year Goldendale Motorsports Association and ABATE brought back the burn-out, which was tried several times in the past with questionable benefits to the town. This year someone had the brilliant idea to use the old skateboard park as a place to stage the return of the burnout. It was held on the concrete slab, a tempting medium for anyone inclined to bum rubber. Rednecks of many degrees, punk kids or maybe the little old lady from Pasadena. I personally was left with a bad taste in my mouth and lungs. Even though I made it a point to stay away from the burn-out and was at my home where I thought I would escape the noise and smoke, when the toxic cloud rose from the park and drifted over the Little Klickitat River Park (the swimming pool) on to the kids and families at the pool and on to me while I was sitting on my property. We were contaminated by the toxins in the smoke, and my eyes and throat were imitated, and my lungs filled with carbon monoxide and other cancer causing toxic compounds

for three hours.

I think the city of Goldendale needs to rethink supporting burnouts in our park. Next year don’t issue a permit to any group that wants to burn-out. There are places in the county where it could be held, just not in the city please. I hate toxic smoke, and you should too.

Letters from the community

Correcting the

‘corrections’

In his letter to the February 7 edition of the Sentinel, Darby Hanson of Goldendale made a series of factual errors in trying to correct what he saw as factual errors in a previous letter from Steve Heitmann regarding climate change/global warming.

On Sept 4 I will be asking the mayor and his administration to make an ordinance forbidding anyone from reckless unsafe burnouts in any ones neighborhood or any street in the Goldendale city limits. I would appreciate some support from like-minded citizens at the council meeting. Let them know how you feel.

Perhaps Hanson cherry-picked his reference to the University of Alabama-Huntsville (UAH) data because another source adds: “For some time the only available satellite record was the UAH version, which (with early versions of the processing algorithm) showed a global cooling trend for its first decade. Since then, a longer record and a number of corrections to the processing have revised this picture, with both UAH and RSS measurements showing a warming trend.” (Wikipedia- Microwave Sounding Unit temperature measurements.)

Ken McKune Goldendale C

on our atmosphere, our groundwater, our lungs, and our children’s future—to an alternative energy era. But the shift from whale oil to ground oil must have been difficult for the sailors and ship owners back then. It’s only been since 1859 when the first oil well was set in Pennsylvania. That’s 165 years of spewing increasingly massive amounts of those black gold particles into our atmosphere with reckless abandon.

I recently received an updated “Terms for Business and Deposit Account Agreement” from Columbia Bank. I am not in the habit of reading the fine print but for some reason this time I did. I came across an “added” line that I found very concerning. Again, this line is both for personal and business accounts. It reads: “We may refuse to open and account and may close your account at any time for any reason or for no reason at all.”

Science is an ongoing learning project with ever-better satellite measuring devices and better algorithms that lead to better information and knowledge.

Biden is trying to juggle both eras by increasing U.S. oil production to the highest levels ever (yes, check it out) while passing the most comprehensive alternative energy incentives so China won’t beat our butts in the race to the future. Your children will thank him even if you (and the progressive wing of the Dems) won’t.

I contacted the bank for an explanation. The answer was essentially that “we wouldn’t do that.” Then why is it in your documents, I asked. The answer was to send me up the chain of command. The second person gave the same answer as the first and then was to have me contacted by some-one higher up. That person has not contacted me after more than a week so I am following through on what I told the bank contacts I was going to do—write a letter to the editor to be sure local folks are aware of how Columbia Bank is choosing to deal with its account holders. My concern is that a comment as broad as this opens the door for abuse. I have had no difficulties with our local branch and am sorry that the headquarters has decided to take such a hard line. It ap-pears I will need to look for a bank that does not behave in this manner.

us lazy and fat. Humans should be smarter than to think oil isn’t our enemy. With this attitude humans will lose the war and the earth will no longer sustain the water life that allowed humans to flourish.

Thomas Wilson Goldendale

Let’s help out

Ken Margraf Goldendale

Mark Browne White Salmon

Wake up

“For No Reason At All” I particularly found offensive.

The slow rise in global temperatures that has been firmly established by science has created changes in weather patterns that have made hurricanes and tornados more numerous and fiercer; fires bigger and more difficult to contain; droughts more severe in some places, and atmospheric rivers dumping too much water in other places. You only have to turn on the TV and believe your eyes, even if it isn’t happening in Goldendale. Or check with insurance companies who are increasing rates or denying coverage in certain disaster areas.

And yes, juggling energy needs is difficult while we are transitioning from the fossil fuel era that has given us incredible energy riches while at the same time bestowing havoc

It’s Nature’s way of telling you something’s wrong. It’s Nature’s way, dying trees, it’s Nature’s way, summer breeze. These are words from a song written in 1972 by Spirit. It is here.

The great forests of the Pacific Northwest are dying right in front of our eyes, look, see. Hot, hard, sustained east wind blowing down my corn has become common the last several summers that Goldendale never experienced is exactly what was predicted by the global warming crowd. Look, see. People can deny global warming with all kinds of propaganda paid for by the oil and gas industry or their own eyes. I prefer to use the eyes that God gave me and not the lies thrown around by climate change deniers.

Water is life; we are water. Oil and water don’t mix. End this nonsense that oil has any value but to make

Guidelines for Letters

Brian Heywood has shown us how we can start getting a hold of this out-of-control legislature. What he has done is historic and we all owe him a big thank you. Right now the Democrat legislature is in disbelief that six initiatives have been entered into the legislative session, and they are in a quandary trying to figure out how to deal with them. There are only two choices: they vote on them and they become law, or they see them put on the ballot in Novem-ber. Because of the overwhelming amount of people that are for these six initiatives, it is virtually guaranteed that, one way or the other, they will pass.

For the most part, Brian has bankrolled this whole process, and it has cost a lot more than what he had planned. What he has started is going to be beneficial to everyone, so I think it is only right that we should pitch in with what we can to help defer some of the cost. These will probably end up on the November 2024 ballot, and that will require more resources. So let’s give Brian some help; we owe it to him. Go to letsgowashington.com, the site that has information on how you can donate. All the initiatives are listed there.

Delmer Eldred Goldendale

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Love and care for the Anderson family

I’d like to share a beautiful story. Although this is about Trout Lake, it’s meaningful to so many of us here in Glenwood because we love and care about the Anderson family in Trout Lake. Micah Anderson has been in Arizona, battling late-stage cancer, giving it all he’s got and fighting hard. This is his second go-around with cancer. He and his wife, Carissa, high school sweethearts from way back when, are raising their beautiful family of four girls in their hometown of Trout Lake.

The amazing community of Trout Lake, with others who don’t live in in that community but care about the family, worked hard to raise funds to help with Micah’s journey to Arizona for his latest, very intense treatment. Carissa was able to be with him for the first month or so. Meanwhile, those wonderful friends started working to give Carissa’s Studio a refreshing update with new flooring, paint, and so much more. I saw younger kids there working with adults, including at least one college kid home on break at Christmas. The end results were stunning and a wonderful surprise for Carissa when they did the reveal.

Someone in Trout Lake

donated airline fare so the Anderson girls could travel to be with Micah and Carissa at Christmas. Back home, the girls were busy with sports activities and school. Violette, a junior, and Eden, a freshman, are standout players on the Trout Lake Mustangs league-leading basketball team. Last week, Violette was named Athlete of the Week by the Oregon Schools Athletic Association.

Carissa returned home to be with her girls and get back to work. I must say, there’s a waiting list for appointments because her customers, including me, have been waiting patiently for her return. Meanwhile, the community just keeps on giving of their time, love, and generosity to finish the Andersons’ apartment above the studio to have it ready for Micah’s return.

Last Friday evening, February 9, was the most heart-warming homecoming evening I’ve ever seen at the Trout Lake School. When we arrived at the school for the game, a friend said, with a twinkle in her eyes, that, besides the fun dance/lip sync competitions among the middle and high school classes, a very special guest would be there. Just before the girls’ game began, that special guest

was announced as Micah entered the gym with roses for Violette and Eden, as well as their oldest daughter Nevaeh and youngest daughter Trinity. I don’t think there was a dry eye in the gym. The girls were overcome with emotion and joy to get to hug their dad and have him there for this special night.

When the game began, the Trout Lake girls got down to business and played an excellent game against Lyle. During play, a timeout was called, and it was announced that Violette had just scored the 1,000th point of her high school basketball career. And she’s only a junior. The crowd went wild and there were a lot more tears.

Between the girls and boys games, the classes put on a really fun and show with their lip sync and dancing routines. It’s always a lot of fun to see what they come up with each year. The boys played a hard, close game against Lyle. They ended up losing the game in overtime, but never gave up throughout it all. Those Mustangs boys should hold their heads high and be proud of the game they played.

At halftime of the boys game, the 2024 Homecom-

Tribal flags fly at Lyle School

How do I start? Myself along with most every Lyleite are at a loss in the passing of one of our dearest and best friends, Joan (pronounced JoAnn) Titus. She came here as a young woman, along with her husband, James, both newly hired to teach at Lyle High. She did that and became senior advisor for the class of 1959 and remained through the years until her retirement. She then became one of Lyle’s most adamant volunteers in many ways, mostly connected to the Lion’s Club. Joan was a strong, vibrant woman and a model to all who knew her. Ever modest in her own talents, she was persuaded to do a little tap dance at her birthday party one year at the Lion’s club. She was full of energy and could be seen on her regular walks around the neighborhood. There’s not enough space to describe Joan, this most special of all people; all I will say is to know her was to love her.

On Monday, February 5, local Search and Rescue personnel responded to distressed hikers on the Eagle Creek Trail above High Bridge. Though the hikers were evacuated safely via Wahtum Lake, their rescue posed no small risk to the SAR personnel. Conditions on trails across the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, particularly the Oregon side, remain extremely hazardous. Please check conditions before you hike, and please turn back if conditions dete-

riorate.

Recently Lyle High became the latest school to don the flags of the Yakama Nation and the Warm Springs Confederated Tribes during a pregame ceremony with tribal council members and representatives from both Lyle and Wishram school districts. The Lyle boys and girls varsity basketball teams were scheduled to play a doubleheader versus the Dufur Rangers. Lyle School District Superintendent Ann Varkados said they began conversations with tribal representatives last spring, and she was glad it finally came to fruition. The tribal elders said a prayer and sang their song as the two flags, one representing the Yakama Nation and another the Confederated Tribes of the Warm Springs, were raised. Varkados welcomed Simnasho District representatives from the tribal council Carlos Calica and Raymond Moody. They were joined by Intertribal Fish Commissioner and Traditional River Chief of the Klickitat Band of the Yakama Nation Wilbur Slockish, who believes this kind of recognition is overdue. Calica stated, “We’re thankful for this and to the other schools that may want to do the same. I’m really honored that they want to honor the Warm Springs and the Yakama tribes,”

Every first Thursday, March through May, from 11 to noon the White Salmon Valley Community Library is hosting a special event for young children (birth

through five years) at the Dallesport Community Center. Their parents/caregivers are invited to join the library staff for stories, songs, puppets, crafts, and more! Free lunch and a free book for each participant is provided by the FVRL Foundation and the Friends of the White Salmon Library. Your volunteer-driven Community Council encourages Lyle neighbors to join the conversation on the second Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m., virtually or in person, at the Lyle Activity Center. The agenda is packed full of a diverse set of items. They encourage you to bring your concerns or ideas to the meeting and share. You might be surprised at how many are thinking the same thing, and you just might get your concern satisfied. Try it—you might like it!

Submit your news to Mildred E. Lykens, (509) 3652273 or lykensme41@gmail. com.

ing court was presented. The king and queen from the year 2000 came in to crown the royalty. Yes, you might have guessed. The king and queen from 24 years ago were Micah and Carissa. The royalty was chosen by vote of all the high school students and when the results were announced, instead of a king and queen, they chose Violette and Eden to preside over the 2024 Homecoming. Oh yes, there were even more tears as Micah and Carissa put the sashes and crowns on their daughters. I’m so glad we were there along with the very large crowd for the most emotional, heartwarming school basketball/Homecoming night ever.

We are so fortunate to live in these small, caring communities. I’m proud to say our Glenwood community does the same thing. We rally around our friends in their times of need. What great little communities we get to call home.

Meanwhile, our Klickwood boys have been fighting hard to the end of their season. Tuesday, February 6, they lost a tough game against Dufur on the Klickitat home court. Friday, February 9, had a bet-

ter outcome as Klickwood defeated South Wasco, again on their home court. It was homecoming night for Klickitat, so that win made the evening more special. On Saturday, their last game of the regular season, they lost another tough one to Arlington on the Arlington court. With that loss, Klickwood will not advance to playoffs, but they should hold their heads high for working so hard, attending every practice, and giving their all in every game. Next year, Klickwood! Here’s a reminder of two fun events coming up soon. On Saturday, March 9, the Glenwood High School classes of 2024 and 2025 will be putting on the annual crab feed and silent auction. This is always a great night. The dinner hours are 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Dinners are $30 each and include one and a half crabs, salad, bread, dessert, and beverages. If you prefer a lighter dinner and crab doesn’t suit your taste that night, you can have a chef salad with the same sides as the crab dinners for $14. Orders will be taken until March 6. Call Mrs. Troh at (509) 364-3438 or order online at toni.troh@glenwoodsd.org to reserve yours. And while you’re at the crab feed, be sure to browse all the silent

auction items available on tables in the hallways and place your bids. This auction is always full of great things you know you can’t live without. Come support the Glenwood HS juniors and seniors and have a great time.

The second big event coming up is the first ever Mom Prom in Glenwood. Glenwood classes of 2026, 2027, and 2028 will put on a dazzling evening on March 16 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. for this Mom Prom fundraiser.

One of the classes will be serving a spaghetti dinner prior to the dance, and there will be lots of other fun surprises throughout the evening.

All moms, aunts, grandmas, adopted moms, and every incredible mom figure out there are warmly welcome to get dressed up, come together, and enjoy a night filled with laughter and dancing. Help the kids make this Mom Prom a night to remember. Get your tickets, put on your finest attire, and come dance the night away in the spirit of community and camaraderie. Contact the class advisors Jaecee Hoctor or Lori Wellenbrock-Avila at (509) 364-3438 if you would like more information about this fun, exciting event.

Last Tuesday the Goldendale Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Chapter officers, representing FBLA in Klickitat County, presented the Klickitat County Board of County Commissioners with a resolution to officially declare February 11-17 FBLA Week in Klickitat County.

President Lexi Molnar, Vice President Greta Gilliam, Treasurer Lydia Hanning, and Secretary Maggie Gutierrez presented chapter activities including community service, fundraising activities, and competitive events to Chairman Zollar, Commissioner Anderson, and Commissioner Christopher. The resolution passed unanimously.

Isabella Dean of Trout Lake was among the undergraduate, adult degree, and graduate-level students who received diplomas from George Fox University at its mid-semester graduation ceremony in December of 2023. Dean earned a Bachelor of Science in interdisciplinary studies. George Fox University is a Christian college classified by U.S. News & World Report as a “Best National University” and ranked as the top Christian college in Oregon by The Wall Street Journal. More than 4,000 students attend classes on the university’s campus in Newberg, Oregon, and at teaching centers in Portland and Redmond, Oregon. George Fox offers more than 60 undergraduate academic programs, degree-completion programs for working adults, seven seminary degrees, and 14 masters and doctoral degrees.

Zell-Rae (Grillo) Schuttie Ihrig

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Zell-Rae (Grillo) Schuttie Ihrig. Zell-Rae peacefully rested on January 27 with family at her bedside. She was born May 6, 1938, in Olympia, Washington, to Raymond and Zelma (Erickson) Mallory.

She was later adopted by her stepfather, Frank Grillo. During her youth, ZellRae’s family lived in Draper logging camp in Glenwood where the family created wonderful memories together. They later made their home in Goldendale.

In 1956, Zell-Rae graduated from Goldendale High School where she was a cheerleader and swimmer and played the drums and accordion. She briefly attended Central Washington University. Later that year, at a New Year’s Eve dance in Goldendale, she met the young man who would become her husband and life partner for 60 years.

Zell-Rae and Victor Schuttie were married August 30, 1958, and they first resided in Seaview, Washington, where they started their family. They later set down roots in Raymond, Washington, and spent nearly 40 years there.

Zell-Rae was active in the community as a 4-H leader, Girl Scout leader, Lady Elk, Lions Club member, Kiwanis, and sorority member. Her banking career began in Goldendale and spanned over 30 years.

Dorothy Lois Maw passed away on February 2, 2024, in The Dalles, Oregon. She was born on April 6, 1933, in Chewela, Washington, to Alice (Cooley) Rieckers and Richard Rieckers. She grew up on a farm as an only child until she was 10 years old when her sister Shirley was born. The family moved to Goldendale when Dorothy was in grade school, and she graduated from Goldendale High School in 1951. She then went on to attend college at Eastern Washington University where she studied business. Dorothy married Elvis “John” Clary in 1953, and the couple welcomed three sons, Richard, Robert, and Randall. Dorothy loved her sons with her whole heart, always doting upon them and ironing their clothes each day before school. Dorothy and John eventually parted ways, and Dorothy worked hard raising her boys in Goldendale with the help of her parents and sister, Shirley. In those years, Dorothy was briefly employed as a waitress at the Oasis and then as the lead checker at Safeway. Later on, Dorothy worked as the deputy treas-

In 2000, Vic and Zell-Rae moved to the original Schuttie family farm in Ethel where many memories have since been made and where grandchildren and great-grandchildren have loved to play. Zell-Rae had her hand in the Schuttie Christmas Tree business keeping the books and making beautiful wreaths to sell.

Zell-Rae loved reaching out and getting to know people wherever she went. Our circle of family friends continued to grow through the years, many of whom we still consider family. Whether she was on a cruise, in a Hawaiian condo, a quilting retreat, a scrapbooking class, or visiting neighbors, she quickly made new friends and often came to know their extended families as well.

Zell-Rae enjoyed being a host, whether it was the annual holiday get-togethers with family friends, pinochle games, family gatherings for a seafood meal, having a youth ball team camp out, or putting on the kids’ birthday parties. She enjoyed decorating the home for holidays and sending out annual Christmas cards. She and Dad opened our home on a number of occasions to host foreign exchange ladies from England, Canada, Michigan, Australia, and

Japan. We reciprocated these visits to Japan and multiple times to Australia. These experiences gave our family a taste of other cultures and widened our horizons. Some of these relationships continued throughout her life.

Zell-Rae was quite the cook and baker. There were always pre-made meals in the freezer for unexpected guests. She and Dad kept the pantry stocked with canned goods every year, and there were always homemade rolls and desserts for holiday meals. She enjoyed many hobbies through the years. She quilted, tole painted, scrapbooked, sewed clothing, did puzzles, and read a lot of books. She loved music. She loved to travel and see new places. Vic and ZellRae’s travels included Hawaii, Mexico, Fiji, Reno, and Australia, oftentimes with friends or family.

Zell-Rae was devoted to her family. She was a homemaker, caregiver, wife, mother, and grandmother at the same time as being employed. She supported Vicki and Jim in their activities and interests and enjoyed knowing their friends. She cherished her grandchildren and loved being a part of their lives. Dear to her heart in her later years was Diamond,

Dorothy Lois Maw

urer for the Klickitat County Courthouse and remained in that position until her retirement. In 1972, Dorothy married William “Bill” Saunders. Bill and Dorothy had a loving and fun-filled marriage, traveling to Hawaii and also to various states while Bill represented the Klickitat Sawmill as their Union President. They loved to camp and spend time with their children. Bill passed away in 1982, and eventually Dorothy was swept off her feet by another man, “Vernie” Maw, whom she met at the Oasis in Goldendale. They later married and were together until Vern’s passing in 2012. With Vern, Dorothy was able to experience the world through travel and visited China, Mexico, Hawaii, New Zealand, and Australia. One of Dorothy’s favorite memories in life was visiting the Great Wall of China. Dorothy also visited Romania in 2006 with her granddaughter Shelby and Dr. James Ogden of Goldendale; there they

offered free eye exams and glasses for those in need. In her later years, Dorothy and Vern owned a timeshare and also had homes in Ocean Shores, Washington, and Mesa, Arizona, but always considered Goldendale and the Simcoe Mountains her home.

Dorothy was a dedicated grandmother to six granddaughters, one grandson, and many beloved stepgrandchildren. After raising three boys, she relished the experience of being a grandma to so many girls. Dorothy was very talented at crocheting and knitting and was constantly making blankets, sweaters, and hats for her grandchildren. Her grandkids have many fond memories of visiting her at her home in Goldendale while they were growing up and can still hear the clinking of her crochet needles. She loved putting them in cute outfits and taking them around town to show them off to her friends. She was an immensely proud grandma

her Pekinese dog, who predeceased her.

After Vic’s passing in 2019, Zell-Rae became reacquainted with her high school sweetheart, Robert Ihrig, of Goldendale. They were married in September 2021. Bob doted on Zell-Rae and catered to her every wish. Their exchanges of sweet endearments showed just how much they meant to each other. They spent the past few years revisiting places from their youth, laughing, enjoying each other’s company, and spending time with each other’s families.

Zell-Rae is survived by her husband, Robert; daughter, Vicki; son, Jim (Karen); sister, Donna (Jim); brother, Dennis (Catherine); grandchildren; great-grandchildren; nieces; and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband Victor, her brother Larry, and her infant daughter Joni.

The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at Maple Street Manor adult family home for their compassionate care during the last months of Zell-Rae’s life.

A celebration of Zell-Rae’s life will be held at the Chehalis United Methodist Church on Saturday, March 2, at 1 p.m.

Please visit Cattermole Funeral Home’s website at www.cattermolefh.com/listings to add your stories, condolences, or photos.

and deeply loved her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Dorothy thrived in social settings and made many wonderful friends over the years. You could often find her at the Legion in Goldendale. She wasn’t a drinker, but she loved to chat and be around people. Dorothy was an amazing baker and fed her family delicious pies, cookies, and fudge. She was involved in the senior citizen community in Goldendale and was a proud member of the knitting club “The Yarn Benders.” Dorothy had a firecracker personality and will be remembered for her humor, honesty, and her beautiful smile.

Dorothy was preceded in death by her three husbands; son Randie; and sister Shirley. A memorial service will be held at Columbia Hills Memorial Chapel, 300 W. Broadway St. Goldendale, on Saturday, February 17, at 1 p.m. A graveside ceremony will follow at Mt. View Cemetery IOOF, also in Goldendale. A celebration of Dorothy’s life will then be held at the American Legion, 108 N. Grant Street, Goldendale, where all are welcome to join.

Church Directory

GRACE BRETHREN

BAPTIST

Columbus Avenue Baptist, S.B.C. 815 N Columbus, Goldendale, 509.773.4471; Pastor David Beseler, Sun School 9:45am, Sun Worship 11am, Sun Bible Study 6pm, Prayer Meeting Mon 6pm, Youth & Children's groups Wed 6pm; ColumbusABC.org, YouTube, FaceBook, ColumbusABC@embarqmail.com.

CATHOLIC - Holy Trinity Catholic 307 Schuster, Goldendale; Father William Byron, 509.773.4516. Sat Eve Mass 5:30pm; Sun Mass 9am & 10:30am. Eve of Holy Days 7pm; Holy Days 9am. Daily Mass Mon-Fri 9am CCD Classes Wed 2:15-3:30pm, K thru grade 6; Wed 7-8:30pm grades 7-12. Confessions every other Saturday noon -1pm

EASTERN ORTHODOX

Ss. Joachim & Anna Orthodox Mission

301 NW 2nd St, Goldendale, 907-317-3828; Rev John Phelps; Sat: 5:30pm Vespers; Sun: 8:15am Orthros, 9:30am Liturgy; Wed: 7pm Youth Group; Fri: 9pm Compline

Community Grace Brethren 1180 S Roosevelt, Goldendale. Pastor Aaron Wirick. 509.773.3388. Sun Svc 10:30am in person. Wed: AWANA 2pm GoldendaleGrace.com. Watch us on Facebook Live: Facebook.com/GoldendaleGrace "Learning - Living - Loving JESUS."

LUTHERAN

Christ the King Lutheran S Columbus & Simcoe Dr, Goldendale; Pastor David Daugs. 773-5750. Worship services 10am Everyone welcome.

METHODIST - United Methodist Columbus & Broadway, Goldendale; Pastor Kendra Behn-Smith; 509.773.4461. Service times: Worship 9:00am; Adult classes 10:45am; Fall & Winter All are welcome. Call the church for regularly scheduled events.

NAZARENE - Church of the Nazarene

124 W Allyn, Goldendale; Pastor Earnie Winn and Pastor Greta Sines. 509.773.4216; Sunday worship 10:45am; Sunday School all ages 9:30am; goldendalenaz@gmail.com.

Veryl Roberta Jones-White

Veryl Roberta JonesWhite, 76, resident of Lyle, Washington, peacefully passed away on Friday, December 15, 2023, with family by her side.

Born June 16, 1947, in Goldendale to Alfred Jones and Virgie Lewis, she spent her childhood in Wahkiacus, Washington, and attended school in Klickitat, Washington, where she met Wayne Scott. They married on November 20, 1965, before graduating high school in 1966.

Starting their family in Klickitat, Veryl and Wayne had three daughters: Anita, Fay, and Nancy. Not long after moving to Goldendale, tragically, Wayne passed away in 1971, leaving Veryl a widow.

In 2015, Veryl found love again with Lewis “Weegee” White, and they became inseparable and married on June 26, 2022. Their free-spirited love brought joy to each other, their families, and their fur babies.

Veryl lived with a gypsy soul, dancing through life to her own song. She held a deep love for her family and animals, embracing life’s adventures with a contagious spirit that brought a smile to all who met her along the way.

Left to cherish her memory are her husband Lewis White; children Anita (Tim) Clever, Fay (Jeff) Kiser, and Nancy (Todd) Shimp; step-daughters Mandi and Dasia; along with grandchildren Travis Havens, Tiffany McWilliams, Cody Kiser, Alexis Wilcox, Kaci Kiser, Tyson Thompson, Kristos Kiser, Harley Clever, Keon Kiser and Kiana Kiser, Kurtis Shimp, and Cesilee Shimp; 10 step-grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; siblings Gail Sorenson, Tom Jones, and Marsha Morgan; numerous nieces and nephews; and many friends Predeceased family members include mother Virgie Lewis; father Alfred Jones; stepfather Charles Lewis; siblings Linda Garrison and Terry Jones; and step-son Louie White.

A Celebration of Life in honor of Veryl will take place on Saturday, February 24, 2024, at 2 p.m. at the Old Goldendale Grange, 228 E Darland St., Goldendale. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Home at Last, The Dalles Oregon Humane Society (www. homeatlasths.org).

“As she walked among us in beauty, She now dances in our hearts for eternity.”

Laquawana Hill

Laquawana Hill, born on October 29, 1942, in Cherokee, Oklahoma, to Leonard and Adell Brown, was a remarkable woman whose life intertwined family, faith, and friends.

As the oldest of five siblings, she shaped her journey from the Camas Washougal area to a farm in Maryhill, Washington. Her career took to live briefly in remote work locations including the Midwest, Hawaii, and Mexico. But she always found her way home to Goldendale.

Married in Carson City, Nevada, Laquawana and Francis (Buddy) raised five children: Missi, Franky, Casey, Justin, and Clinton. Even after their 1989

NEW LIFE ASSEMBLY of GOD 1602 S Columbus, Goldendale; Pastor Kevin Gerchak, 509.773.4650; Sun. School 9:30 ; Morning Worship Service 10:30am; Family Night on Wed. 7pm with programs for ages 3 years through adult.

RIVER of LIFE CHURCH of GOD

2023 Pipeline Rd, Goldendale; Pastors Rod & Cathy Smith, 509-773-3185, Sunday Worship 10:30am; Wednesday Bible Study 7pm RiverofLife222.org

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST

1/2 mile east on Bickleton Hwy. Sabbath School Sat. 9:30am; Worship Service 11am; Pastor Michael Smith; 509.773.4381

divorce, their enduring friendship was a testament to the deep bond they shared.

She fulfilled a lifelong dream and graduated from Rhema Bible School in 1998 as an evangelist. Her commitment to family extended beyond her children; she actively participated in raising her 26 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren, playing a crucial role in their lives, imparting not only wisdom but also a profound sense of love and stability.

Our immeasurable loss is heaven’s tremendous gain. A Celebration of Life will be held on February 17 at noon at New Life Assembly Church, 1602 S. Columbus, Goldendale.

NON-DENOMINATIONAL

Centerville Community Church 508 Dalles Mountain Road, Centerville, WA 98613; 509-637-3068; Pastor Patti McKern; pastorpatti53@gmail.com; Sunday Worship Celebration 10am "Find refreshment for your soul and friends for your journey."

Father’s House Fellowship

207 S Klickitat Ave, 509.773.4719. Basic Bible Fellowship 9:30am; Worship 10:30am; Tue. 6:30pm Freedom Now Meeting. “A Gospel-Centered Church.”

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FERC’s EIS offered several detailed environmental recommendations aimed at preserving resources They included multiple geological, aquatic,terrestrial, and wildlife plans Among the plansare:

Implement a Wildlife Management Plan filed on June 23, 2020, that includes: (1)twoyearsofpre-construction surveys to document bald eagle, golden eagle, and prairie falcon nesting andbaldeagleroostingsites and to develop appropriate spatialandtemporalrestrictionsonconstructionactivities; (2) a training program

to inform employees of sensitive biological resources; (3) procedures to limit the construction zone to avoid sensitive areas; (4) a construction monitor; (5) limitingconstructionactivitiesto thehoursof8am to6pm to avoiddisruptingcrepuscular and nocturnal wildlife; and (6)projectvehiclespeedlimits on-site to reduce wildlife collisions

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• To deter wildlife from usingtheproject reservoirs, implement the following measuresaspart of the proposed Wildlife Management Plan:(1)installa chain link fence that is at least 8 feet high around the reservoirs; (2) mark all fences with vinyl strips and/or reflective tape to reduce avian collision risks; (3) prevent the establishment of vegetation around the reservoirs; (4) cover the reservoir surfaces with floating plastic shade balls to reduce the open-water habitat that could attract waterfowl, water birds and other raptor prey species; (5) monitor for and remove carcasses of livestock and other animals from the project area that mayattractscavengingwildlife,foragingeagles,orother raptors; (6) develop a moni-

toring program to identify bird and mammal usage of the reservoirs and measure the effectiveness of wildlife deterrents in using the reservoirs; and (7) develop a reporting system to document wildlife mortalities, injuries, nuisance activity, andotherinteractions

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Laurie Wilhite wants to dispel the rumors Reports of the demise of the local branch of Trout Unlimited aresimplyuntrue

Klickitat County has its own chapter of Trout Unlimited, based right here in Goldendale and headed up by a board, including co-chairs Wilhite and Tony Paolino “As a former teacher, I like to focus on the kids’ activities,” says Wilhite, “including being involved in STREAM [Science, Technology, Recreation, Engineering, Art, and Math] Explorers with camp and special activities,aswellasREACH [Relationships, Enrichment, Academics Community and Homework], an after-school programforyoungerkidsin LyleandWishram”

For many years, Trout Unlimited stayed active in hiatus

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Klickitat County through hiatus, WCTU’s two areas meetings and events of focus are “completing However, like many other the partnership with the businessesandorganizations US ForestServicetorepair worldwide, they were hit and renovate the Klickitat hard by the COVID-19 MileOnesiteandoffermore pandemic They struggled STREAM Explorer/youth to find volunteers and had engagement activities in activities halted due to the Klickitat County, Wilhite social distancing mandates states in 2020-2021, essentially Recently,theorganization forcingthemintoatwo-year planted native plants in November with Lyle and OurlocalTroutUnlimited Wishramstudents,andspent chapter No 484did not give $2000tofix uptheKlickitat up, however,” says Wilhite MileOnepark Sincetheworldopenedback Individual membership up,theKlickitatChapterhas with Trout Unlimited worked with the Klickitat locallyhasbeentransferred Alternate Engagement to the Yakima Fly Fishers Group to be renamed the TU Chapter No 094,though Washington Council of people are still fully able Trout Unlimited (WCTU) to be involved in the newly They have transitioned renovatedWCTU from a meetings-based Trout Unlimited is an organizationtomoreproject- Arlington Virginia based based,andtheyhelpedraise non-profit organization anincredible$35,000forThe dedicated to conserving, FriendsoftheWhiteSalmon protecting and restoring River for salmon spawning America’scoldwaterfisheries services Afterthetwo-year and their watersheds The organization was founded in 1959 by Art Neumann and George Griffith, the creator of the popular fly pattern “Griffith’s Gnat ” With over 300,000 members and supporters operating in almost 500 chapters nationwide TroutUnlimited engages in important and exciting activities such as stream restoration work, participation in citizen science, advocacy, educationalprograms,group fishingoutings,andoutreach activitiesfor youth, women andveterans Youcanlearnmoreabout upcoming events with the Washington Council of Trout Unlimited by visiting washingtontuorg

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Father Daughter Dance to bene t Anderson and family

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Sometimes all it takes to bring a community together are the struggles of a man who refuses to give up. Such is the case for Micah Anderson, 42, from Trout Lake. Rachel Brice, Micah’s sister, is organizing a special Father Daughter Dance at the Trout Lake Hall for this Saturday, February 17, at 5 p.m. All proceeds for the event will go to benefit Micah’s recovery and his family.

Micah’s story is one of great struggle but just as much triumph. He was diagnosed with testicular cancer in 2017 when he was just 35 years old. Heroically, he went on to beat it, but suffered from a number of health issues since

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) have announced that Washington is one of eight states and the District of Columbia (D.C.) to have been selected to participate in a new federal initiative, known as the Housing and Services Partnership Accelerator (Accelerator) to help strengthen partnerships across housing, disability, aging, and health sectors; access available federal programs and resources; and maximize federal flexibilities to help keep people healthy.

The Accelerator will help Washington State unlock critical resources in its efforts to reduce homelessness, including by receiving technical assistance from HHS and HUD on its recently expanded set of clinically appropriate and evidencebased services that address health-related social needs, such as housing-related services. For example, states can use Medicaid waivers to cover time-limited rental and utility assistance and onetime transition costs, like security deposits and rental application fees. Through participation in the Accelerator, Washington will receive technical assistance to improve implementation of its Medicaid section 1115 demonstration or section 1915(i) state plan amendment to better connect and provide eligible people with housing-related services and supports, which can be coordinated with housing funded by Continuum of Care grants, alongside other federal, state, and local housing resources.

“Nobody in America should experience homelessness. Today we are taking

All good things must come to an end—including this weekly column.

I’ll admit, the last few days have been rough. I was exhibiting at the very well-attended Washington Sportsmen’s Show in Puyallup last week, accompanied by my springer spaniel, Sam. Things went very well, and the four-month-old puppy became very socialized in a hurry, loving every person who wanted to come up and pet him at my booth.

On the last night of the show, I walked out of my hotel room to fetch some dog treats from my parked pickup truck. Being the clumsy oaf I am, I managed to trip on the curb and fall hard on my knee. I was immediately greeted by a wave of pain and the inability to stand on my own two feet. The hotel clerk, seeing what happened, attempted to help me up but was unable to do so.

Fifteen minutes later, two burly firemen hoisted me up and informed me I had likely torn a tendon in my leg, leaving me unable to stand on two feet. They gave me the choice of taking an ambulance to the hospital that night or making my own way there in the morning. I chose the latter, and Sam and I got a fretful night of sleep in the hotel room.

then, mainly digestive, that persisted until he could only tolerate a diet of boiled beef and chicken. Despite this, he never lost his spirit.

“Micah always had a saying, ‘There is no strength without struggle,’” says Rachel. “He believes this will make him stronger, and he will pull through.”

Micah’s story took an unexpected turn, however. In May 2023, Micah stepped on a toothpick, which penetrated his foot and left him with a bad infection. Through the process of taking care of it in the hospital, doctors ran tests and found that his cancer had come back.

“The tumor ended up growing to the size of a baseball. We were afraid this might be the end for him,” says Rachel. Micah began seeing

important steps to help communities better access HHS’ programs to address homelessness and connect people with housing-related services and supports – which could be life-changing,” said HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra. “The administration has worked tirelessly to help people experiencing homelessness to provide needed services and supports that help them maintain that housing. We will continue to work on strengthening partnerships across housing, disability, aging, and health sectors and do everything we can to prevent and address homelessness.”

“Since day one of the Biden-Harris Administration, HUD has worked to not only expand the availability of housing assistance but to ensure people experiencing homelessness have access to supportive services so they can permanently transition to housing,” said Secretary Marcia L. Fudge. “We are proud to partner with HHS and Secretary Becerra to take that work even further.”

“Washington has been one of the early leaders in establishing the role of supportive housing services addressing the social determinants of health for our state’s most vulnerable,” said Sue Birch, Director at the Washington State Health Care Authority. “We are thrilled to participate in the Housing Services Partnership Accelerator to continue this great work and move our Medicaid Transformation to the next phase. We believe in strong partnerships between health care and housing and are excited to join other states and federal partners to continue to create innovative strategies to address homelessness

The next morning I was helped into my pick-up truck by my friends Bob Loomis (with Mack’s Lure) and Richy Harrod (with Harrod Outdoors). Sam and I managed to drive to a hospital in Puyallup where an emergency room doctor informed me I had ruptured my tendon below my kneecap, and I would need surgery. That surgery is scheduled this week, and both kind thoughts and prayers would be appreciated for a quick recovery which (best case scenario) has me in a knee brace extending from my right ankle to thigh for six weeks.

The news didn’t get much better as the week progressed. One of our newspapers that has carried our column since we started in 2019 informed me that due to economic issues, they could no longer afford to pay me for my articles. Unfortunately, this became the final nail in the coffin for my weekly syndicated column. When I fi rst started this column, covering the outdoors in Washington State, five publishers representing eight different newspapers were carrying my articles on a weekly or part-time basis. The idea of writing a syndicated column was that non-competing papers in

doctors through OHSU, and in November, the cancer was found to have metastasized, and he was given only three months to live.

“Because of his digestive issues, Micah has a problem with his liver, so chemotherapy is out of the question,” Rachel states. “We had to fi nd alternative treatments for him if he had a chance of making it.”

Micah began visiting various facilities until he found the Alternative Cancer Treatment Center in Arizona, which specializes in alternative treatments instead of chemo. Insurance doesn’t cover the expenses, so his family is doing everything they can to raise money for him.

In spite of all these struggles and after everything

and health disparities in our country.”

The Accelerator was announced by HHS and HUD in November 2023 as a competitive technical assistance opportunity for states. States with approved federal Medicaid section 1115 demonstrations or section 1915(i) state plan amendments covering housing-related services for people experiencing or atrisk of homelessness were eligible to apply. As part of their Accelerator application, states were required to form collaborative teams comprising of partners from their health, housing, and aging and disability sectors and outline the status of their implementation of Medicaidcovered housing-related support services and supports, their goals under the Accelerator, and areas where technical assistance was needed. HHS and HUD received an overwhelming response with applications from fi fteen eligible states and DC. A rigorous review and scoring process, including interviews with state teams, led to the fi nal selection of the following states:

• Arizona

• California

• District of Columbia

• Hawaii

• Maryland

• Massachusetts

• Minnesota

• North Carolina

• Washington

Over the next 12 months, HHS and HUD will provide these eight states and D.C. with intensive federal technical assistance and opportunities for state peer-to-peer exchange to support their implementation of clinically indicated housing-related services and supports under their Medicaid programs

eastern and central Washington could share the outdoors with their readers for a very affordable price, as opposed to paying an individual columnist of their own $50 to $100 a week. Each publisher paid somewhere between $7.50 to $20 a week based on their circulation, netting me around $55 a week from newspapers along with additional money earned for one or more of the columns appearing in Northwest Fishing’s Reel Life magazine. Unfortunately, even the low price we were offering became too much for several newspapers, and with this week’s news, we are down to two newspaper publishers paying for this weekly column. Considering it takes me around four hours a week to write the column, proofread it, and provide photo support, it just doesn’t add up anymore from an economic point of view where I’m working for less than $6 an hour. On the bright side, I’ll continue to write for the Reel Life magazine and hope to begin writing again on a regular basis for Northwest Sportsman magazine or one of their partner publications. In fact, I have an article in this month’s edition that is a tribute to a wonderful man, Mike Meseberg, the coowner of MarDon Resort who

he’s been through, Micah remains hopeful and still has a smile on his face. “The story isn’t done until it’s good,” he says, with absolute confidence he will overcome this, as he has other obstacles in his life. Though he was only given three months to live, that was three months ago—and he’s still going strong. Micah is married with four daughters, ages 19, 17, 14, and 13. Rachel knows he’s fighting cancer for them.

The Valentine’s Daythemed Father Daughter Dance aims to raise money in the hopes that Micah has a lifetime left to live. There will be dessert, music, and photo booth with a professional photographer at the event. You can find out more about Micah’s journey by joining the public group

“Micah’s Cancer Journey” on Facebook. You can contribute to his medical expenses by visiting their GoFundMe page and searching “Micah Anderson” at gofundme.com,

for people with complex health needs experiencing or at-risk of homelessness. By receiving this federal technical assistance, these states can improve coordination and delivery of services like navigation services, ongoing individualized case management, one-time transition assistance, and home modifications that can help people experiencing or at-risk of homelessness to obtain and maintain stable housing.

Synopses of Washington’s areas of focus and goals under the Accelerator can be found at acl.gov/HousingAndServices/Accelerator.

The Housing and Services Partnership Accelerator helps fulfi ll a federal commitment to “scale housing and supports that meet demand” made in All In: The Biden Administration’s Federal Strategic Plan to Prevent and End Homelessness, which was developed by the United States Interagency Council on Homelessness (USICH) with input from stakeholders across the U.S., including people with lived experience of homelessness . Becerra serves as Chair of USICH and has made expanding supportive services to prevent and address homelessness a priority.

Last week, HUD awarded a historic $110,731,811 in FY 2023 Continuum of Care Program grants to Washington. These grants will enable homelessness response systems in Washington to expand and sustain housing and supportive services for people experiencing homelessness, as well as to support data collection and community planning and coordination.

In November 2023, HHS, through the Centers for

Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), published guidance and a framework clarifying the flexibilities available to states under their Medicaid section 1115 demonstrations or 1915(i) state plan amendments to cover services to help meet eligible enrollees’ health-related social needs like housing and nutrition, and to receive federal matching funds for their Medicaid expenditures on those services when clinically indicated. The Accelerator will provide tailored support to the selected eight states and DC who are early adopters of these flexibilities.

Through participation in the Accelerator, Washington will receive technical assistance to improve implementation of its Medicaid section 1115 demonstration or section 1915(i) state plan amendment to better connect and provide eligible people with housingrelated services and supports when clinically appropriate, which can be coordinated with housing funded by Continuum of Care grants, alongside other federal, state, and local housing resources.

States not selected to participate in the Accelerator

may apply to participate in a related technical assistance opportunity, the National Academy for State Health Policy’s Health and Housing Institute (HHI), funded by HHS through the Health Resources & Services Administration. Now in its third year, the HHI also supports states pursuing crossagency and federal-statelocal strategies to increase access to safe, affordable housing and wrap-around services and supports for people experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Applications for the HHI are due on February 13, 2024. Later this year, HHS, HUD, and USICH will host an in-person convening for the eight states and DC participating in the Accelerator, states that applied but were not selected for the Accelerator, states participating in the HHI, and the seven communities participating in USICH’s ALL INside initiative to address unsheltered homelessness to share and discuss their efforts to align housing, health, and supportive services to address and prevent homelessness.

passed away in December. I suspect I’ll also get to take those four hours every week and have a little extra fun fishing, wildlife watching, and once I get this knee brace off, hiking again. So as bittersweet as it is to say goodbye, I am grateful I’ve been able to share the outdoors with you for nearly five years and look forward to seeing you on the trail, in the field, or on the water in the future. John Kruse – www.northwesternoutdoors.com and www.americaoutdoorsradio. com.

SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KLICKITAT, MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT, LLC, Plaintiff v. ROBERT E. SMITH, solely in his capacity as administrator of the Estate of Malcolm Eugene Beeks; CARL T. ANDERSON, an individual; UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, a governmental entity; KLICKITAT COUNTY, a governmental entity; WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL AND HEALTH SERVICES, a governmental entity and all other persons, parties, or occupants unknown claiming any legal or equitable right, title, estate, lien, or interest in the real property described in the complaint herein, adverse to Plaintiff’s title, or any cloud on Plaintiff’s title to the Property, collectively designated as DOES 1 through 50, inclusive., Defendants. Case No. 23-2-00062-20

SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION TO THE DEFENDANTS: all other persons, parties, or occupants unknown claiming any legal or equitable right, title, estate, lien, or interest in the real property described in the complaint herein, adverse to Plaintiff’s title, or any cloud on Plaintiff’s title to the Property, inclusive: The date of first publication in this matter is January 17, 2024. If you fail timely to appear and answer, for want thereof, plaintiff(s) will apply to the court for relief demanded in the complaint. This is a complaint seeking reformation of instrument, quiet title, declaratory relief and judicial foreclosure pursuant to its deed of trust which was recorded on October 24, 2007 as Document No. 1073615 in the Official Records of Klickitat County, Washington encumbering the following described real property: That portion of the West half of the Northwest Quarter of Section 26, Township 5 North, Range 14 East, W.M, described as follows: Commencing at the intersection of the East line of said subdivision with the North line of the Goldendale-Glenwood Highway as per Waiver dated December 9, 1946, thence along said North line North 45°55'00" West, a distance of 650.00 feet to the Point of Beginning, as per Auditor File Number 258019; thence continuing along said North line North 45°55'00" West, a distance of 357.04 feet to the beginning of a curve tangent to said line; thence northwesterly a distance of 225.06 feet along the curve concave to the northeast, having a radius of 2834.79 feet, a central angle of 4°33'00" and a chord bearing of North 43°38'30" West; thence North 41°22'00" West tangent to said curve, a distance of 216.3 feet, more or less, to a point on the Easterly line of that tract described in Statutory Warranty Deed, Auditor File Number 140259; thence North and parallel with the West line of said Section 26 North 00°52'51" East, a distance of 6.69 feet, more or less to a point on the South Right-of-Way line of the old County Road, said old County Road being vacated by Board of County Commissioners of Klickitat County, Washington February 14, 1949; Thence perpendicular to the centerline of said old County Road North 46°05'25" East, a distance of 30.00 feet; Thence Northwesterly, along said centerline North 43°54'35" West, a distance of 45.30 feet, more or less, to a line that is perpendicular to a point 850’ Northwesterly of the Point of Beginning (as per Auditor File Number 258019) along the said North Right-of-Way of GoldendaleGlenwood Highway; thence along said line North 48°38'00" East, a distance of 117.54 feet to a point on a line being 150.00 feet Northeasterly and parallel to said North Rightof-Way of Goldendale-Glenwood Highway, as per Auditor File Number 258019; thence along said line that is 150.00 feet Northeasterly and parallel to said North Right-of-Way South 41°22'00" East, a distance of 267.84 feet to the beginning of a curve tangent to said line; thence southeasterly a distance of 213.15 feet along the curve concave to the northeast, having a radius of 2684.79 feet, a central angle of 4°33'00" and a chord bearing of South 43°38'30" East;

N otices

thence South 45°55'00" East tangent to said curve, a distance of 357.04 feet; thence Southwesterly and perpendicular to said North Right-ofWay South 44°05'00" West, a distance of 150.00 feet, as per Auditor File Number 258019 to the Point of Beginning. Containing 2.8 Acres, more or less., commonly known as: 2079 Glenwood Hwy, Goldendale, WA 98620. NOTICE TO THE DEFENDANTS: READ THESE PAPERS CAREFULLY! In order to defend against this lawsuit, you must respond to the Complaint by stating your defense in writing, and serve a copy upon the person signing this Summons within twenty (20) days after the service of this Summons if served in the State of Washington, within (60) days from the date of the first publication of the summons and complaint when served by publication, or within sixty (60) days if served outside the State of Washington or if you are a United States government defendant, excluding the day of service, or a default judgment may be entered against you without notice. A default judgment is one where Plaintiff is entitled to what it asks for because you have not responded. If you serve a notice of appearance on the undersigned person, you are entitled to notice before a judgment may be entered. You may demand that the plaintiff file this lawsuit with the court. If you do so, the demand must be in writing and must be served upon the person signing this Summons. Within 14 days after you served the demand, the plaintiff must file this lawsuit with the court, or the service on you of this Summons and Complaint will be void. If you wish to seek the advice of an attorney in this matter, you should do so promptly so that your written response, if any, may be served on time. The Washington State Bar`s web address is http://www.wsba. org. This summons is issued pursuant to Rule 4 of the Superior Court Civil Rules of the State of Washington. Malcolm ♦ Cisneros, A Law Corporation, Nicolas Matayron, WSBA #55613, Nmatayron@mclaw. org Attorneys for Plaintiff 2112 Business Center Drive, Second Floor, Irvine, CA 92612, P: (949) 252-9400, F: (949) 252-1032 PUBLISH: 1/17/24, 1/24/24, 1/31/24, 2/7/24, 2/14/24, 2/21/24. (0308, 0402, 0501, 0601, 0701, 0801)

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR KLICKITAT COUNTY

In the Matter of the Estate of FIDEL MONTANEZ, JR., Deceased.

Case No.: 24-4-00003-20

PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS

RCW 11.40.030

The personal representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving or mailing to the personal representative or the personal representative's attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) thirty days after the personal representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1)(c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets.

Date of first publication: January 31, 2024. Cheryl White, Personal Representative Estate of Fidel Montanez PO Box 2350

The Dalles OR 97058 (0507, 0605, 0702) KLICKITAT COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS DEPT. NOTICE TO CONSULTANTS FOR 2023 BRIDGE PROJECTS The Klickitat County Public

This Just In....

Summons: Agwest Farm Credit, Plaintiff, vs. Matthew Dodson, Cheryl Beighton, the Estate of Richard T Beightol - Lukins & Annis, P.S.

• Call for Bid: Dock Crew Bid 2024 - Public

Utility District No. 1 of Klickitat County

• Probate Notice to Creditors: Scott Nelson

Putnam - Timmons Law PC

• Klickitat County Mitigated Determination of Non-Significance: SEPA2024-04 David and Ulena Robinson - Klickitat County Planning

Department

Public Notice: 2024 Call for Salmon Habitat Project Applications - Klickitat County Natural Resources Department

• Public Notice: Not responsible for other debts

- Megan G Campbell

• Notice of Meeting for Annual Public Review: Public Housing Authority Annual Plan - MidColumbia Housing Authority

Probate Notice to Creditors: Violet B. Woodruff - The Law Office of Justin D. Leigh

Works Dept. is seeking the services of a highly qualified, experienced consultant to design three bridge projects. One bridge project will be for Deck Repairs, one for Expansion Joint Repairs and one for Bearing Repairs. Each project will take place on bridges located throughout Klickitat County’s road network. This agreement will be for approximately six months in duration with the option for Klickitat County to extend it for additional time if necessary. Consultants will be considered for the following projects.

The Klickitat County Public Works Dept. reserves the right to amend terms of this “Request for Qualifications” (RFQ) to circulate various addenda, or to withdraw the RFQ at any time, regardless of how much time and effort consultants have spent on their responses. Project Description

The work to be performed by the consultant will consist of three design projects, located at 14 bridge location throughout Klickitat County. The projects will be Schedule A: BHOS-2020(052) Bridge Bundle – Deck Repair, Schedule B: BHS-Z920(004) Bridge Bundle

– Expansion Joint Repair and Schedule C: BHS-Z920(003) Bridge Bundle – Bearing Repairs. Schedule A: BHOS2020(052) Bridge Bundle –Deck Repair and Schedule B: BHS-Z920(004) Bridge Bundle Expansion Joint Repair do not have DBE goals assigned. Schedule C: Bridge Bundle –Bearing Repairs has a 13% DBE goal assigned. The major features of these projects for the consultant to preform are as follows:

1. Schedule A: BHOS2020(052) Bridge Bundle –Deck Repair: Consultant shall perform all work tasks necessary to assemble a complete project for Schedule A. This will consist of the preparation of an ad ready set of Plans, Project Specific GSP’s and Special Provisions, Environmental Documents and a Construction Estimate. Schedule A will design repairs for five different bridges throughout Klickitat County.

2. Schedule B: BHSZ920(004) Bridge Bundle –Expansion Joint Repair:

• Consultant shall perform all work tasks necessary to assemble a complete project for Schedule B. This will consist of the preparation of an ad ready set of Plans, Project Specific GSP’s and Special Provisions,, Environmental Documents and a Construction Estimate. Schedule B will design repairs for four different bridges throughout Klickitat County.

3. Schedule C: BHSZ920(003) Bridge Bundle –Bearing Repairs:

• Consultant shall perform all work tasks necessary to assemble a complete project for Schedule C. This will consist of the preparation of an ad ready set of Plans, Project Specific GSP’s and Special Provisions,, Environmental Documents and a Construction Estimate. Schedule C will design repairs for six different bridges throughout Klickitat County. The Klickitat County Public Works Dept. reserves the right to retain the services of the successful firm(s) for any subsequent phases (R/W, CN) associated with this/these project(s). Evaluation Criteria Submittals will be evaluated and ranked based on the fol-

crimination on the basis of disability, in all of its programs and activities. This material can be made available in an alternate format by emailing Klickitat County Public Works Dept. at titlevi@klickitatcounty.org or by calling (509) 773 - 4616.

Title VI Statement The Klickitat County Public Works Dept. in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat. 252, 42 U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4) and the Regulations, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full and fair opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award.”

tional origin in consideration for an award.

lowing criteria:

1. Description of the consultant’s firm, including organization, and type and scope of services provided.

2. The names of the key professional persons who will perform the work, current assignment and location, and a current resume including a description of qualifications, skills and responsibilities in the project.

3. A statement of experience with similar types of work, including specific examples of similar projects successfully completed with client references including current contact information. Projects should be similar both in type and size.

4. Information addressing project understanding, the Consultant’s proposed methodology, and a work plan for completing the work described in the scope of the RFP, what will be accomplished and what resources will be required.

5. Familiarity with WSDOT/ FHWA standards

6. General appearance of the proposal and conformity to the above proposal instructions.

7. Approach to meet the DBE goal or SBE goal (DBE Participation Plan or SBE Plan) Submittal

Proposal documents may be found on the Klickitat County Public Work Department’s website at http://www.klickitatcounty.org/1230/Goods-Services-Bidding-and-Bid-Results or by going to http://bxwa.com and clicking on: Posted Projects: Goods & Services; Klickitat County Goods & Services; and Projects Bidding. Bidders are encouraged to “Register” in order to receive automatic email notifications of future addenda and to place themselves on the self-registered “Bidders List.” This on-line plan room provides Bidders with fully usable on-line documents; with the ability to: download, print to your own printer, order full / partial plan sets from numerous reprographic sources (on-line print order form), and a free on-line digitizer / takeoff tool. Contact Builders Exchange of Washington at (425) 258 – 1303 should you require assistance. Four copies of the proposal shall be submitted to the Klickitat County Public Works Dept. by no later than 1:30 pm on Tuesday February 20th, 2024. Submittals will not be accepted after that time and date. Proposals must not exceed 12 pages. Page count does not consider a cover letter, but does include resumes. One page is defined as one side of an 8-1/2” x 11” page, with 12-point minimum font size for the substantive text. Proposals must include, at a minimum, the following items:

A. Firm name, phone number and email address; Name of Principal-in-Charge and Project Manager.

B. A statement that the proposal recognizes and includes all terms and conditions of the RFP.

C. Signature of an authorized representative empowered to bind the Consultant. Any questions regarding this project should be directed to Kevin L Leis, by phone - (509) 773 – 4616, email – kevinl@ klickitatcounty.org or, Fax –(509) 773-5713. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Information The Klickitat County Public Works Dept. in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (Section 504) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), commits to nondis-

Dates of publication in the Goldendale Sentinel and Daily Journal of Commerce: (January 31st, 2024), (February 7th, 2024) and (February 14th, 2024). (0510, 0608, 0703)

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS

Sealed bids for the 2024 Annual Striping Program, RN 642-24, will be received by the Board of County Commissioners at the reception desk located in the Klickitat County Public Works Department, 115 West Court Street, Room 302, Goldendale Washington. Mailing address 115 West Court Street, Mail Stop 303 Goldendale Washington 98620 until 12:45 p.m. on February 20, 2024 for performing the work described below. Sealed bids received will be opened at the Commissioner’s Chambers and publicly read aloud on Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. or shortly thereafter. Bids received after 12:45 p.m. February 20, 2024 will not be considered. The county reserves the right to reject any and all bids, and to waive informalities that are not, in the opinion of the County Commissioners, material. Bid envelopes shall be appropriately marked on the outside “Bid opening 1:00 p.m. February 20, 2024, 2024 Annual Striping Program, RN 642-24” This Contract provides for the improvement of the 2024 Annual Striping Program: The work to be performed under these specifications includes but not limited to, the installation of yellow skip, no-pass, white edge pavement markings and plastic pavement markings. Paint lines shall be applied with paint that complies with the Specifications for low VOC solvent based or waterborne paint and plastic pavement markings shall be Type A. Phase 1 is to be completed early summer 2024 consists of restriping all lane lines, striping some newly paved or seal coated surfaces and installing new plastic pavement markings in specified locations. Phase 2 consists of striping the remaining newly paved or seal coated surfaces and striping areas that were not previously striped or areas that have been determined to need another coat of paint, and other work, all in accordance with the attached Contract Plans, these Contract Provisions, and the Standard Specifications. The improvements are located throughout Klickitat County. Bid proposals shall be accompanied by a bid proposal deposit in cash, certified check, cashier’s check or surety bond in the amount equal to five percent (5%) of the amount in the bid proposal. Should the successful bidder fail to enter into such contract and furnish satisfactory performance bond within the time stated in the specifications, the bid proposal deposit shall be forfeited to Klickitat County. Approximate project cost is estimated to be between $300,000 and $550,000. The Klickitat County Public Works Department, in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat. 252, 42 US.C. §§ 2000d to 2000d-4) and the Regulations, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full and fair opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or na-

Obtaining Bid Documents: Free of charge: Plans, Specifications, addenda, bidders list, and plan holders list for the project are available through the Klickitat County’s on-line plan room. Free of charge access is provided to Prime Contractors, Subcontractors and Venders by going to http:// bxwa.com and clicking on: Posted Projects; Public Works; Klickitat County; and Projects Bidding. Bidders are encouraged to “Register” in order to receive automatic email notification of future addenda and to place themselves on the selfregistered “Bidders List.” This on-line plan room provides Bidders with fully usable online documents; with the ability to: download, print to your own printer, order full / partial plan sets from numerous reprographic sources (on-line print order form), and a free on-line digitizer / take-off tool. Contact Builders Exchange of Washington at 425-258-1303 should you require assistance. Dated this 30th day of January 2024.

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Klickitat County, Washington Lori Zoller, Chairman Jacob Anderson, Commissioner Dan Christopher, Commissioner

ATTEST: Clerk of the Board Alisa Grumbles In and for the County of Klickitat, State of Washington (0512, 0610, 0704) PUBLIC NOTICE Central Klickitat Conservation District Appointment A board seat on the Central Klickitat Conservation District Board of Supervisors is available for appointment by the Washington State Conservation Commission. Conservation district board supervisors are public officials who serve without compensation and set policy and direction for the conservation district. An applicant must be a registered voter in Washington State, and may be required to own land or operate a farm. Applicants for appointed positions do not have to live within the district to apply. For more information, please contact the Central Klickitat Conservation District or read the Guide to Appointment for Conservation District Applicants which can be found on the Washington State Conservation Commission website: https://scc.wa.gov/electionsand-appointments. To apply, please use this direct link: http://www.formstack.com/ forms/?1918463-JfwJs6JKCL. Applications and supporting materials must be received by the Commission no later than March 31, 2024. Please contact CKCD Elections Supervisor Kirsten Schilling at KirstenS@CentralCD. org or (509) 773-5823 ext. 108 with any questions. (0517, 0614, 0705, 0802) PUBLIC NOTICE Eastern Klickitat Conservation District Appointment A board seat on the Eastern Klickitat Conservation District Board of Supervisors is available for appointment by the Washington State Conservation Commission. Conservation district board supervisors are public officials who serve without compensation and set policy and direction for the conservation district. An applicant must be a registered voter in Washington State, and may be required to own land or operate a farm. Applicants for appointed positions do not have to live within the district to apply. For more information, please contact the Eastern Klickitat Conservation District or read the Guide to Appointment for Conservation District Applicants which can be found on the Washington State Conservation Commission website: https://scc.wa.gov/electionsand-appointments. To apply, please use this direct link: http://www.formstack.com/ forms/?1918463-JfwJs6JKCL. Applications and supporting materials must be received by the Commission no later than March 31, 2024.

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP): FOR PROFESSIONAL

SERVICES

ENGINEERING

The City of Goldendale (“City”) is soliciting proposals to select one or more qualified engineers with whom to enter into City Engineering Services contracts for up to a five-year term. City Engineers will provide general engineering services, as well as complete engineering projects for the City, as needed. A submittal of a proposal does not guarantee that the firm will be contracted to perform any services but only serves notice to the City that the firm desires to be considered. The City reserves the right to reject any proposal not in compliance with all prescribed public contracting statutes, rules and procedures which apply, to waive all informalities, and to reject any and all proposals upon finding that it is in the public interest to do so.

Issued Date: February 2, 2024

Response Date/Time: March 15, 2024 @ 4:00PM

Location:

Response

City of Goldendale, Attn. City

Administrator, Patrick Munyan

11.3 S. Columbus Ave.

Goldendale, WA. 98620

I. SCOPE OF SERVICES

The following statement of work describes the on-going services that the proposers may be asked to provide to the City, but not limited. These services will be assigned on an as needed basis, via individual task orders. The City will compensate Engineers of Record for general engineering services based on standard hourly rates and a fee schedule. During any task order, an Engineer of Record is expected to be available on a daily basis for consultation. Proposers need not be able to provide all listed services, but should identify particular areas of expertise in responsive proposals. The scope of services for the Engineers of Record may include but is not limited to the following. Assist with budgeting, planning, and rate studies. Suggest and comment on engineering related issues, ordinance modifications and public works design standards and construction specification modifications.

• Assist with GPS/GIS data gathering and information compilation relating to existing infrastructure. Work with City staff to review or complete federal, state or county permits, applications, or agency notification. Work with City staff, organizations, and funding agencies to help develop competitive and complete grant applications or funding proposals.

• Act as the City's representative with other state, federal or local governmental agencies. Serve as the City's representative during the review, plan approval, construction management, and project closeout phases of any development or planning project prepared by other engineers and submitted to the City for approval. This includes land development projects such as subdivisions or site-specific developments.

Review preliminary engineering design drawings and design calculations for general conformance with state, county, and city requirements and sound engineering practices. Review final submitted construction plans prepared by other professionals and, after acceptance, stamp and sign the drawings as "Approved for Construction" by the CITY ENGINEER.

Attend pre-application, construction, Planning Commission, City Council or other meetings as requested by the City. Provide detailed design and construction specifications for successful bidding and construction coordination of city infrastructure improvement and maintenance projects. Provide project construction observations of public improvements installed as part of private development projects. Verify general conformance with city approved construction plans and specifications. Provide project management, engineering design, and construction observation for City public works construction projects. Perform final construction observations and punch

lists for completion of private developments and for City project sites, including review of as built drawings, testing results, as-built certification, project closeout and initiation of the required construction warranty period.

Perform engineering work pertaining to public records, property acquisitions, condemnations, forfeiture activities, public improvements and improvement districts, public rights of ways, easements, code enforcement, and matters relating to special assessments and public utilities.

• Prepare utility master plans feasibility studies as requested.

Perform additional basic engineering and special services which cannot be fully described at this time, as requested by the City.

• For special projects, the Engineers of Record shall provide a work order upon written request from the City. The work order shall include a detailed proposal and scope of work, schedule and cost proposal. Special projects may include, but are not limited to, design of city owned public works facilities including streets, water, sewer, storm drainage facilities, and City owned parks and buildings.

II. General Submission Instructions and Requirements

A. Inquires: Any questions concerning the Scope of Services, provide above, or requests for additional information, or any other questions should be directed in writing to Patrick Munyan, City Administrator/Public Works Director, by e-mail at: pmunyan@ci.goldendale.wa.us or call 509-774-8779. Please note that it is the City of Goldendale’s policy to respond only to technical questions. Under no circumstances will the City of Goldendale provide interpretive guidance. No oral interpretations shall be made to any respondent as to the meaning of any of the documents.

B. Proposal Requirements:

City of Goldendale, acting through a Selection Committee consisting of representatives from the City Administration will select one or more qualified Professional Engineering on firm capabilities, past project experience, key staff assigned to the project, knowledge of the area and technical approach. Qualifying firms or teams must demonstrate experience with building designing in similar locations. Prospective firms or teams are asked to submit responses in two parts: Letter of Interest and Technical Response.

The Letter of Interest must specify the following:

• Name and address of the Firm/Team.

• General information on the firm or team and any proposed sub-consultants

• Name, title and telephone number of the individuals within the firm authorized to commit the company to this contract.

• Name, title and telephone number of individual contact regarding questions and clarifications.

• A statement that the Firm or team’s offer will remain in effect for ninety (90) days after acceptance of the Consultant's proposal.

The Technical Response must contain a description of the consultant's proposed approach with specific reference to:

• Firm/Team Qualifications and Capabilities: Describe the qualifications and capabilities of the Firm or Team as they relate to building Design, Landscape, Placemaking, Project Management/Coordination, Public Outreach, Permitting, etc. Firms or Teams should describe how their approach will consider other related planning programs that will maximize the impact of the proposed development.

• Technical Approach: Describe the Technical Approach that will be used to meet the tight schedule to complete all elements of the project, any recommendations to improve the schedule and any thoughts your firm may have on efficient delivery of the project should also be included. Please provide a description of any special services required, if needed.

• Past Project Experience: Include descriptions of comparable projects and provide summaries and reports of related and relevant work completed

in Washington or Oregon State. Summarize the scope of work to be performed, why the unique approach to this project was successful and provide client contact information. Please include a description of why/ how Goldendale’s project will be similar and different regarding potential challenges.

• Key Staff Assigned to the Project: Identify specific personnel that will be assigned to the following key roles for the project: Project Manager and Lead Technical Staff members. Personnel identified in the proposal must be the principal staff that will work on the project and represent the majority of hours billed to the project. Resumes shall not exceed 3 pages in length. Project staff must meet all local, state, and federal requirements to perform work.

• References: Provide three references from comparable types of projects completed over the last five years. Include project names and locations, name of primary client contacts and their contact information including e-mail addresses and telephone numbers. Indicate the role of your firm in each project and each project’s cost and date of completion. Responses to this RFP will be evaluated based on the consultant’s responses to all relevant criteria stated in this RFP. Proposals will be evaluated and scored utilizing the above information for each of the required sections. City of Goldendale has the right to reject and/or honor any and all proposals.

C Selection Process: Consultants or consortia of consultants will be asked to demonstrate expertise and experience in all skill areas that may be appropriate to the work contemplated by the Engineering Design project. All RFPs received by the City of Goldendale will be reviewed and evaluated by a Selection Committee (the “Committee”) comprised of representatives from the City Administration. A recommendation of the preferred consultant will be made by the Committee and the City of Goldendale will be authorized to communicate to the selected consultant and begin negotiations.

The firm or firms awarded the contract as a result of this RFP, must meet all municipal, state, federal, and Equal Employment Opportunity practices. This will include compliance with E.O. 11246 “Equal Employment Opportunity”, as amended by E.O. 11375, “Amending Executive Order 11246 Relating to Equal Employment Opportunity”, and as supplemented by regulations at 41 CFR Part 60, “Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs, Equal Employment Opportunity, Department of Labor”.

D. Signature Requirements: Proposals must be signed by a representative of the firm or team having legal authority to contract on behalf of the firm or team. Proposals will be treated as bona fide offers and must remain open for a period of ninety (90) days from the closing date for submissions.

F. Submission of Proposals:

The City of Goldendale will accept completed proposals by mail or in person, until 4:00 PM March 15, 2024. Proposals submitted via e-mail or facsimile will not be accepted. All submissions should be clearly marked. Respondents must submit four (4) original signed copies of their proposal to: City of Goldendale, Attn. Patrick Munyan 1103 S Columbus Ave., Goldendale, WA. 98620. (0617, 0707)

PUBLIC NOTICE

The Bickleton School District February board meeting has been moved to February 20, 2024 at 7pm. (0618, 0708)

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR KLICKITAT COUNTY

In the Matter of the Estate of MARY ROSE COUNTS, Deceased No. 23-4-00077-20

PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS

RCW 11.40.030 The Personal Representative named below has been appointed and has qualified as Personal Representative of this Estate. Persons having claims against the deceased must, prior to the time such claims would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in

RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Personal Representative or the Personal Representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) thirty days after the personal representative personal representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1)(c); or (2) within four months after the date of first publication of this notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim will be forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and non-probate assets.

DATE OF FILING COPY OF NOTICE TO CREDITORS with Clerk of Court: 30th day of January, 2024

DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: 7th day of February, 2024. Matthew Allen Counts, Personal Representative 214 W. Main Street Goldendale, WA 98620

Prepared By: LORI LYNN HOCTOR, ATTORNEY AT LAW 214 West Main Street GOLDENDALE, WA 98620 (509) 773-0149/ Hoctor.law@ outlook.com (0622, 0709, 0805)

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR KLICKITAT COUNTY AGWEST FARM CREDIT, FLCA, formerly known as Northwest Farm Credit Services, FLCA, a corporation, Plaintiff, vs. MATTHEW D. DODSON, an individual; CHERYL D. BEIGHTOL, individually and in her capacity as the personal representative of the ESTATE OF RICHARD T. BEIGHTOL; and ALL OTHER PERSONS OR PARTIES UNKNOWN CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE, ESTATE, LIEN, OR INTEREST IN THE REAL ESTATE OR FIXTURES DESCRIBED IN THE COMPLAINT HEREIN, Defendants. NO. 23-2-00292-20 SUMMONS The State of Washington to DEFENDANTS ALL OTHER PERSONS OR PARTIES UNKNOWN CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE, ESTATE, LIEN, OR INTEREST IN THE REAL ESTATE OR FIXTURES DESCRIBED IN THE COMPLAINT HEREIN: You are hereby summoned to appear within sixty days after the date of the first publication of this summons, to wit, within sixty days after the 14th day of February, 2024, and defend the above entitled action in the above titled court, and answer the amended complaint of the plaintiff AgWest Farm Credit, FLCA, and serve a copy of your answer upon the undersigned attorney for the Plaintiff AgWest Farm Credit, FLCA at his office below stated; and in case of your failure so to do, judgment will be rendered against you according to the demand of the amended complaint, which has been filed with the clerk of said court. This action arises from breach of contract and breach of a personal guaranty.

Dated this 29th day of January, 2024.

LUKINS & ANNIS, P.S.

By /s/ Trevor R. Pincock

TREVOR R. PINCOCK, WSBA #36818

Attorneys for Plaintiff 717 W. Sprague Ave., Ste. 1600 Spokane, WA 99201 (509) 455-9555 (0710, 0805, 0902, 1001, 1101, 1201)

CALL FOR BID

Sealed bids will be received by the Commission of Public Utility District No. 1 of Klickitat County for Dock Crew Bid 2024. Bids will be received until March 5, 2024 at 2:00PM, Pacific Time, at the District’s office at 1313 South Columbus Avenue, Goldendale, WA 98620, at which time and place the bids will be publicly opened and read. The bid documents and specifications may be obtained at the District’s office. Each bid shall be accompanied by a certified or cashier’s check on a bank that is a member of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation payable to the order of Commission of Public Utility District No. 1 of

Klickitat County, or by a bid bond with a corporate surety licensed to do business in the State of Washington in an amount not less than 5% of the amount of the bid. Each bid to be firm and binding for 60 days after the time set for bid opening. Bidders are advised upon completion of any contract awarded to them they must furnish a certified statement of the nature and source of items in excess of $2,500 utilized in the performance of the contract procured from sources beyond the territorial boundaries of the United States, including Alaska and Hawaii. The District reserves the right to reject any and all proposals and to waive minor irregularities and errors.

Dated this 13rd day of Feburary, 2024. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF KLICKITAT COUNTY.

Randy Knowles, President (0711, 0807)

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR KLICKITAT COUNTY

In the Matter of the Estate of SCOTT NELSON PUTNAM, Deceased. Case No.: 24-4-00005-20

PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS

RCW 11.40.030

The personal representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving or mailing to the personal representative or the personal representative's attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) thirty days after the personal representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1)(c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets.

Date of first publication: February 14, 2024 Brig Putnam, Personal Representative Estate of Scott Nelson Putnam PO Box 2350 The Dalles OR 97058 (0712, 0808, 0901)

KLICKITAT COUNTY MITIGATED DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE

Notice is hereby given that Klickitat County issued a Mitigated Determination of Nonsignificance (MDNS) on February 8, 2024 under SEPA Rules (Chapter 197-11 WAC) and the Klickitat County Environmental Ordinance Number 121084, as amended, for the following proposals: SEPA2024-04. Applicant: David and Ulena Robinson. A Short Plat application requesting to subdivide approximately 25 acres into 4 lots. The proposed short plat is located in a portion of the NENW of Section 6, T4N, R17E, W.M. Klickitat County, WA (Goldendale vicinity) on tax parcel 04-170623-0301/00. After review of the completed environmental checklists and other information on file the Klickitat County Responsible Official has determined that this proposal will not have probable significant adverse impacts on the environment. Copies of the MDNS are available at the Klickitat County Planning Department during normal business hours. Comments or appeals on the above environmental review will be accepted until 5:00 pm February 29, 2024. Appeals must be made to the Board and filed with the Klickitat County Auditor’s office. Appeals shall not be deemed complete without payment of the applicable appeal fees payable to Klickitat County Planning Department. (0713)

PUBLIC NOTICE 2024 CALL FOR SALMON HABITAT PROJECT APPLICATIONS The Salmon Recovery Funding Board awards grant funds

to protect and restore salmon habitat in Washington State. Applicants must submit proposals to their local Lead Entity for evaluation before the Salmon Recovery Funding Board considers a project for funding. Eligible Applicants: Cities, Counties, State Agencies, Private Landowners, Native American Tribes, Non-Profit Organizations, Conservation Districts, Special Purpose Districts, and Regional Fisheries Enhancement Groups. Eligible Project Types: Acquisition, Restoration, Assessment, Planning/Design, and Combination Projects (i.e. Acquisition and Restoration) of high priority within the Klickitat Lead Entity Area. For more information, visit the Klickitat Lead Entity webpage: http://klickitatcounty. org/243/Salmon-Habitat-Recovery Complete Applications are due to the Lead Entity prior to April 11, 2024. Additional requirements also apply. To apply or obtain more information contact: Klickitat County Natural Resource Dept. (509) 773-2410 (0714, 0809)

PUBLIC NOTICE I, Megan G. Campbell, am not responsible for debits other than my own. (0715)

NOTICE OF MEETING FOR ANNUAL PUBLIC REVIEW: Mid-Columbia Housing Authority and Columbia Gorge Housing Authority have completed their Public Housing Authority Annual Plan. It is available for review on our website at www.midcolumbiahousingauthority.org. Please call 541296-5462 or email info@midcolumbiahousingauthority.org to request a copy of the Plan. A public hearing will be held on March 25, 2024 at 9:30AM at 500 E 2nd Street The Dalles or online via the video conferencing platform Zoom. Please email info@midcolumbiahousingauthority.org or call 541296-5462 to request to information on how to join the Zoom meeting. If you have a disability that requires any special materials, services, or assistance, please contact us at least 48 business hours before the meeting at (Phone) 541-2965462 (Toll Free) 1-888-3568919 or Deaf Community Relay – (OR) 1-800-735-1232 (WA) 1-800-833-6384, (Fax) 1-541-296-8570 or info@midcolumbiahousingauthority.org so we can arrange appropriate accommodations. (0716) IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KLICKITAT Estate of, VIOLET B. WOODRUFF, Deceased. Case No.: 24-4-00008-20 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) PLEASE TAKE NOTICE The above Court has appointed ROXIE I. COWART as Personal Representative of Decedents’ estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must present the claim: (a) Before the time when the claim would be barred by any applicable statute of limitations, and; (b) In the manner provided in RCW 11.40.070: (i) By filing the original of the claim with the foregoing Court, and (ii) By serving on or mailing to me at the address below a copy of the claim. The claim must be presented by the later of: (a) Thirty (30) days after I served or mailed this Notice as provided in RCW 11.40.020(1) (c), or (b) Four (4) months after the date of first publication of this Notice. If the claim is not presented within this time period, the claim will be forever barred except as provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective for claims against both the Decedent's probate and non-probate assets. First Publication of this Notice: February 14, 2024 Justin D. Leigh, Attorney for Petitioner The Law Office of Justin D. Leigh PO Box 855, Goldendale, WA 98620 (509) 426-4415 WSBA No. 55307 (0717, 0810, 0902)

c lassifieds

$500 OR LESS RECLINER, beige in good condition $75 509-773-4497

WINE GLASSES set of 12 $10 509-464-6039

PATTERNED LOVESEAT AND CLUB CHAIR good condition $75 773-4497

IRON DOLL CRIB small antique, not safe for babies, collectors only. 25” x 48” $200 509-773-5621

MATTRESS 5 ½ year old Beautyrest pillowed top Queen size mattress in new condition. No stains etc. FREE 541-980-4082

ANTIQUE SETTEE good condition, sage green upholstery $100 509-773-4497

TEETER EP-560 INVERSION TABLE, Brand new for Back Pain, 300 lb Capacity. Paid $270, but we’re moving, so we will sell it for $150. Firm price. 360-6230342.

7-ton electric wood splitter. Works fine. $200.00 obo. 541 993 0196.

OAK DINING TABLE, beautiful 100yr old oak table with 6 chairs $250/ 2006 Honda Pilot receiver hitch, electric plug included, fits others $100/ 7-speed Genesis Aluminum Frame Bike – like new $100 – Call or text Mike 519-412-0656.

TOYS 1960 radio and record player, wood gun rack and 10 tonka toys 1980s $495 takes it all or can separate. Call 509-837-4324 MIS ITEMS Freezer $75 obo 3x2x2, Air Conditioner $50 OBO, Cedar Chest $50 OBO, Dehumidifier make an offer 541-435-4923 Goldendale.

KIRBY VACUUM cleaner with shampooer $300 509773-4684

CANOE 15’ fiberglass with oars $475 509-250-6154

WEBBER BBQ 18” w/ electric starter and 76# of briquettes $50 509-261-2758

MISC: Metal mobile home stairs $350 509-773-5598

CRAFTSMAN 22” LAWNMOWER rear bagger, very good condition, $35 509773-6744

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Loans IT’S ILLEGAL for companies doing business by phone to promise you a loan and ask you to pay for it before they deliver.

A public service message from the Federal Trade Commission and the Hood River News, The Dalles Chronicle and the White Salmon Enterprise.

Support Groups

AL-ANON in The Dalles: The Dalles Serenity meeting every Monday at 7pm @ Gateway Presbyterian Church, 1111 Dry Hollow. For more info, call 541-2962677.

HAVEN: Weekly counseling groups for victims of domestic/teen dating violence or sexual assault. Biweekly educational classes given in Spanish and English for domestic violence. Call Haven, 541-296-1662.

Alcoholicos Anonimos Reuniones Jueves 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm St. Paul Episcopal Church 1805 Minnesota St. The Dalles, OR 97058

YOUNG Parents Support Group: ages 15-21, Tuesdays @ 7pm, call Tess @ 541-298-5104.

GRIEF SUPPORT Establishing a Grief Support Group. Please call Natasha 702-755-0778

AL ANON FAMILY GROUPS (Support for family and friends of alcoholics) meets Mondays at noon

57740 Main St., Tygh Valley, Oregon.

STROKE SURVIVORS SUPPORT GROUP Oregon Veterans Home 700 Veteran Drive The Dalles 3rd Thursday of the month 1:30pm-3pm Questions, 541-296-7441

NARCOTICS Anonymous: Goldendale United Methodist Church, 109 E Broadway, Thursdays @ 7pm.

RIVERVIEW Al-Anon Family Group in The Dalles: Episcopal Church of St. Paul, 1805 Minnesota, Taylor Hall. Meets every Thursday, 12:30-1:30pm. This meeting is free and open to anyone in the community who is interested in attending.

DO YOU HAVE HURTS, HABITS, HANG-UPS?

Attend CELEBRATE RECOVERY a faith-based 12 step program, every Thursday night at Hood River Alliance Church 2650 W. Montello (Off Rand Road) Dinner provided at 5:45pm and large group meeting at 6:30pm For more info. call 541-386-2812

TOPS OR #443 meets Thursday mornings, 8:30- 10 am. @ Zion Lutheran Church, use elevator entrance only. 10th and Union St., The Dalles, OR.

MAC Lung Disease Support Group: for details, please call 541-483-2253 or 541805-5068.

RECOVERING

COUPLES ANONYMOUS Meets 2nd & 4th Sundays at 10am. 216 Cascade St., Suite 26 Hood River

NA MEETINGS Every Wednesday. 6:30 - 7:30 at the Casa Guadalupe House, 1603 Belmont, Hood River, Oregon.

Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group Meets via Zoom the second Tuesday of every month from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. Support group participants have all lost someone to suicide and strive to help each other with their grief journeys and advocacy for suicide prevention. Contact Belinda at 541-386-2500 x1 or belinda.ballah@co.hood-river. or.us to be provided the link for next Zoom meeting.

TOPS OR #942 meets at Gateway Presbyterian Church, The Dalles, Thursdays, 5:30-6:30pm.

DEMENTIA Support Group every 3rd Friday at the Oregon Veterans Home, 1:30 - 2:30 pm. 541-296-7190 for info.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS meetings please go to gorgeaa.org.

TOPS - Taking Off Pounds Sensibly meets upstairs at Columbia Bank in White Salmon at 10am on Tuesdays. Join us at 90 NE Tohomish St., White Salmon, WA 98672.

PARKINSON’S Support Group: 1st Thursday of every month, 10:45am11:45am in the Deschutes Room at Waters Edge, 551 Lone Pine Blvd., 2nd Floor. For more information, please contact Chad @ 541340-0142.

NAMI|Oregon

National Alliance on Mental Illness

NAMI is the largest education, support and advocacy organization on mental health in the nation. The Mission of NAMI Oregon is to improve the quality of life of persons with mental illness and of their famillies through support, education and advocacy.

Under NAMI Oregon sponsorship, NAMI-Gorge providees a monthly support group meeting for caregivers, friends, and family members of persons with mental illness.

Monthly NAMI Gorge meetings are being conducted the first Thursday of every month from 6 to 7:30pm by Zoom. For a meeting link and information on local NAMI Resources, please contact Barbara Telfer: at 541-980-7264 or by email: booklovinbarbarian@ gmail.com.

For other NAMI information or resources: NAMI Oregon Support Line 1-800-3436264.

Support Group. Come and gain support and insight from others who are going thru or have gone thru this journey. Join us monthly in a caring environment to discuss your challenges and questions. Meeting held third Wednesday, every month, at 3:00 pm at FlagStone Senior Living at 3325 Columbia View Drive. For more information about our group, contact Karen Wilson at 541-298-5656. All Welcome.

24 HOUR AA HOTLINE and meeting information: District 14. 1-833-423-3683

AA in MAUPIN (open), Maupin Community Church, 490 5th St., Thursdays @ 7pm.

Volunteers Gorge Youth Mentoring (G.Y.M.)

a program of The Next Door, is seeking a positive, adult role model for a 12-year-old girl in The Dalles, who enjoys arts and crafts, animals, and going for walks. She has been waiting to spend a couple days a month with a mentor who could get her out of the house and expose her to more outdoor activities. For more information on how to get involved with G.Y.M., please call Kateel at 541-399-0259.

Gorge Youth Mentoring (G.Y.M.)

a program of The Next Door, is seeking a positive, adult role model for a 7-year-old boy in The Dalles, who is outgoing, talkative, and fun. He enjoys playing basketball, riding bikes, and building things with Legos. He has been waiting to spend a couple days a month with a mentor who could expose him to more outdoor activities and help expand his reading skills. For more information on how to get involved with G.Y.M., please call Kateel at 541-399-0259.

MENTORS WANTED Would you enjoy building a meaningful friendship with a child or teen? If so, become a mentor! Gorge Youth Mentoring, a program of The Next Door, provides children and teens with community based, one-on-one mentoring relationships with adult volunteers. Right now, 18 youth ages 6 to 21 are waiting to make a new friend. Mentors and youth plan their own activities based on their own schedules, meeting at least twice a month, for one year or more. For more information, visit www.nextdoorinc.org/gym or email gym@nextdoorinc.org

$500 or Less

MATTRESS Set, double sized. Used very little. $75. Possible delivery. 541-3541748.

STACKABLE LG Washer and Dryer. Like new. $495 or best offer. Call or text 509281-2019.

WANT to sell something in the Budget Classifieds section? If you’re selling ONE item for $500 for less, we’ll place your five-line ad for free for one week! See the $500 or Less Box for exclusions. Call one of our newspapers to play your ad: Hood River News 541-386-1234 The Dalles Chronicle 541-296-2141 White Salmon Enterprise 509-493-2112

$500 OR LESS Ads run 1 Week FREE!

• Private Party Only • No Commercial Ads • Items $500 or less • 5 Lines Free • Includes print & online Excludes: Food, produce, hay, animals, firewood, fuel, automobiles and garage sales.

JACOB Doll Antique Upright Piano. Needs to be cleaned and tuned. Free. You Haul. 541-806-0859.

WADERS. Hunting waterfowl waders. Shell holders, hand warmers and large front pocket. Supported knee pads and size 8 insulated 1200 gram boot. Hardly used by Caddis. Retail $300, sell for $175. Call/text 541-490-6113, preferably between 8am-6pm.

TIRES & Wheels. Off a Toyota 4 x 4 pickup, 15”. $85. 541-354-1748.

Appliances

STACKABLE LG Washer and Dryer. Like new. $495 or best offer. Call or text 509-281-2019.

Miscellaneous

Miscellaneous Wanted

WANTED: Old Rock Collections

Agate, jasper, jade, mineral specimens, etc. 541-399-5039.

Sporting Goods

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Delores Mortensen Imrie

Delores Mortensen Imrie was born May 1, 1938, in Logan, Utah, to parents Enoch Wimmer Mortensen and Cleone Louise Passey. She grew up in Parowan, Utah, and graduated from Parowan High School in 1956. She received a scholarship to Salt Lake Area Vocational School to study tailoring and fashion design, then she decided to go to college. She went to the College of Southern Utah, now State College of Southern Utah, in Cedar City, Utah, earning an Associate Degree. In 1960, she transferred to Utah State University, graduating in 1961 with a B.S. degree in Home Economics Education. Her teaching career began in Murray, Utah, in 1961 and ended in Oakville, Washington, 11 years later, after teaching at various locations in Utah, Oregon, and Washington. Since she was single, she wanted to see various parts of the country. In 1973, she took a job with Washington State University/Klickitat County Extension Service. She met her future husband, Roscoe

Imrie, at Beeks Cattleman of the Year Field Day. They were married in Goldendale in 1975. They made their home on the ranch in Rock Creek. Roscoe was chosen 1975 Cattleman of the Year.

Delores resigned from the Extension Service in 1978 to work with Roscoe on the ranch. Due to Roscoe’s ill health, they sold the cattle to Jason Blain. Roscoe passed away in 2017. Delores lived on the home place until her death. She is survived by her two brothers, Jerry (wife LaRae) and Lyle (wife Nancy) of Utah; and many nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will be held February 19 at 11 a.m. at Mt View Cemetery IOOF in Goldendale. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Klickitat County Historical Society or the Presby Museum.

Arrangements are under the direction of Columbia Hills Memorial Chapel, 300 W. Broadway Street, Goldendale, (509) 772-2636. Visit www.gardnerFH.com to share a story or leave a note for family.

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112 (ESD 112) is seeking qualified applicants to fill a Mill A school board director vacancy per RCW 28A.343.370.

Qualified applicants must be registered to vote and reside within the boundaries of the Mill A School District. Prospective candidates may apply by submitting an application, which is available by contacting Sara Moore at sara.moore@esd112.org or 360-952-3318. Applications are due before 4:00 p.m. on February 20, 2024. All qualified applicants will be interviewed in an open public board meeting held by ESD 112 on February 27, 2024, at 5:30 pm. GENERAL MANAGER Farmers irrigation District is actively recruiting for the position of General Manager. The General Manager position has an array of responsibilities related to all aspects of District operations. These include but are not limited to: budget creation and management, personnel management, project management, contract administration, and planning, developing, and implementing management actions to achieve the goals and directives established by the Board of Directors. Great benefits package including full family medical, dental, and vision insurance. This position is full time and located in Hood River, OR. Competitive salary, negotiable depending on experience. Farmers Irrigation District is an equal opportunity employer. For full job description and application email fidhr@fidhr. org, call 541-387-5261 or visit www.fidhr.org

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The Hood River-Tsuruta Sister City Committee is seeking an individual to live and work in Tsuruta, Japan as the sister city program’s Coordinator of International Relations.

This is a salaried position with benefits including housing assistance. This position requires a minimum one-year commitment. Essential duties include teaching English to students of all ages, maintaining lines of communication between the two cities, assisting with exchange activities and planning cultural events.

Applicants must be a resident of Hood River and either hold a bachelor’s degree or obtain one by June 30, 2023. For more information and additional application requirements contact LisaAnn Kawachi at lisakawachi@yahoo. com or 541-490-0338. CRISIS CASE MANAGER

Behavioral Health Department, Goldendale, WA. Full Time – Non-Exempt –Grade 36, Steps 1-3, $20.81 - $22.07/HR, DOQ. First review 02/23/2024. Open until filled. Visit www.klickitatcounty.org for details & application or contact HR Dept. 509-773-7171.

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NOW HIRING FOSTER PARENTS! The Next Door, Inc. (TNDI) is hiring full-time foster parents to work with youth, ages 6-18. Applicants must live in Hood River or Wasco Counties. TNDI provides 24-hour support, free train-

Kent was born in New York on December 28, 1952. Our family relocated to the Tri-Cities in 1962.

We lived in Richland, just up the hill from the Richland Riders Club. Kent quickly discovered there were horses available to ride and spent many hours riding with friends in the fields behind the Riders Club and exercising the ropers’ horses to keep them in shape.

He graduated from Columbia High School in 1971. He became a journeyman carpenter and worked out of the Northwest Carpenters Union as well as the Southwest Carpenters Union when he was in California. He eventually returned to Washington and started his own construction com-

Kent Kammenzind

pany, K.K. Construction. He purchased land in Rock Creek between Bickleton and Goldendale and lived in a small cookshack (with an outhouse an uncomfortable distance away from the cookshack in winter months) while he built a small cabin with a twobedroom loft. He spent the next 40 years living off the grid. He was living his dream of having a place in the mountains where the traffic of town could not be heard and the stars at night could be seen. Kent (aka Kento) had a strong love of animals. In the early years living in Rock Creek, he had a horse and a dog. Over the years he took

Community Events

February 16, 2024, Goldendale Archery Sharpshooters Fundraiser: 5 – 7 p.m. at the Goldendale American Legion on Broadway. Bring the family for a fun evening supporting our 4H archers as they prepare for State and local competitions this year. There will be a fully loaded baked potato dinner and silent auction, cost is $9. February 17, 2024, Community Screening of “Hiding in Plain Sight: Youth Mental Illness”: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Goldendale Community Library on Burgen Street. Join in Community Discussion and learn about local resources. Lunch is provided. Presented by WAGAP, CPAKC, FVRL and Wellpoint. February 17, 2024, Fam-

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ilyDanceNight: 6 – 8:30 p.m. 228 E Darland at the Goldendale Grange Hall. Get ready to move and join us for a night of family fun! There will be line dancing lessons and glow sticks. Presented by CPAKC, WAGAP, and Spare Change Entertainment.

February 17, 2024, Father Daughter Dance – Fundraiser Benefiting Micah Anderson and Family: 5 p.m. at the Trout Lake Hall. Join us for an enchanting evening of love and laughter at the Valentine's Father-Daughter Dance, a heartwarming event to create everlasting memories. Photos provided by LeRisa Thompson. This special night is not only about the special bond between daddy and daugh-

in several more dogs, a cat, a rabbit, and cows. These critters, as he referred to them, were family to him. He took his dogs everywhere with him, and his last dog Rowdy, was known to sit on the bar stool next to him when he’d stop for a beer!

Kent was a private person and loved his solitude. Despite his opinionated, cranky nature at times, he had a kind heart, was a hard worker, and a good man. There are so many people who loved him and will miss him. There are several people who stand out not only as people who loved him but also who stood by him and took care of him like a

ter but also about supporting a specific father, Micah Anderson, in his fi ght with cancer. Dance Begins 5:30pm, $30 per couple, $10 each additional person. All proceeds go towards supporting Micah Anderson in his fight against cancer. If you want to support but cannot attend the event here are some links: https:// gofund.me/e268752c, www. venmo.com/u/MicahsCancer-Journey, www.facebook. com/groups/723451526337749.

Let's dance, create memories, and make a difference together!

February 19, 2024, Grand Remodeling Open House: 2 – 8 p.m. at Sole to Soul on East Main Street. Experience the transformed space! Discover more room to

brother: Mel Ratliff, a longtime, steadfast friend for more than 50 years who helped Kent out in many ways and often spent time with him at the Creek.

Dave and Marianne Davenport who took care of Kent and all his critters over the years.

Aaron Honkala, who worked beside Kent for several years and took care of Kent’s cows.

Of the people I’ve talked to, we all agree that Kento was “one of a kind.”

Kent is survived by his brother Keith Kammenzind; sister Dawn Kammenzind; and nephew Kraig Kammenzind and Kraig’s daughters and their children.

A celebration of life will be announced at a later date.

explore, enjoy refreshments, and take home door prizes! Meet the instructors and learn about new membership opportunities. Come see what's new! February 29, 2024, 2nd Harvest Mobile Market Free Food Distribution: 12 – 2 p.m. at the Christ the King Lutheran Church 104 E Simcoe Drive. DRIVETHRU distribution, up to 250 families (or while supplies last). Free food items will be distributed including an assortment of nonperishable and fresh items. Free food will be provided to anyone in need of food assistance. Our Mobile Market free food distributions serve people facing hunger. No appointment or documentation required.

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Sweet family favorites to celebrate Lent

(Family Features) If youre in search of a meatless meal whether you’re observing Lent or simply adhering to your own dietary restrictions remember youdon’thavetosacrificeontaste

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Start with the craveable texture and crunch of Envy Apples a leading apple variety that provide balanced sweetness with flesh that remains white longer even after cutting While they’re often best served fresh or paired with cheese boards, sandwiches, or mocktails, their sweetness also helps play up meatless favorites like Seared Salmon with Apple Slaw

The flaky baked fish is complemented perfectly by Asian-style barbecue sauce and fresh herbs then paired with a sweet homemade apple slaw for a classic Lenten dish with a tangy twist For a family mealthat doubles down on freshness, try pairingit withroastedbroccolinior alightsalad

Firing up the grill isn’t only for beef chicken and pork you can prepare a tasty recipe over an open flame while skipping the meat withGrilledApplePortobello Burgers Simply substitute beef with thick portobello mushrooms and naturally white Envy Apple slices that maintain their beauty while cooking so your finished “burgers”lookasdeliciousasthey taste

These plant-forward meals featuring the uplifting aroma and flavor of apples offer an invitation to savor small moments around the table and can help you celebrate Lent and beyond with an ultimate apple experience that

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While a person may buy a cake here in Mexico seven days a week from early morning to late at night getting any other kindof dessert ismore challenging There is a bakery I walk by every day

Everything is fresh and in bins Customers pick up a metal tray and tongs and select what they want then bring it up to the counter The tray is returned to the pile The tongs are hungneatly with the othertongs It is a great system, except that the tray holds a lot of baked goods probably more than I should eat on any given day

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With Valentine’s Day this week, we wanted to share with you the world’s favorite candy to give as a gift. Chocolate! This Valentine’s Day you can count on seeing heart shaped peanut butter cups, heart shaped milk chocolate, pink and red wrapped Hershey’s Kisses and heart shaped boxes filled with a variety of chocolates. Altogether there will be millions of pounds of this candy sold for billions of dollars. I don’t know about you but I love to get chocolate as a gift no matter what holiday it is. So just what is the obsession with this confection about? And how did chocolate become the world’s favorite candy?

Chocolate!

Chocolate is made from the fruit of cacao trees that grow in equatorial regions around the world. The tree has beautiful star-shaped flowers that develop into a large seed pod. Each pod has 50-60 seeds. The seeds are what are used to make the chocolate we know and love. Cultivation seems to have originated in Central and South America and there is evidence that chocolate was used in rituals by the Olmecs, Mayans and Aztecs as far back as 3,000 years ago. When Europeans started exploring the “new world” they were introduced to chocolate.

You would never believe that your candy bar and science have a shared history but they do. Chocolate was so popular in the 18th and 19th centuries that new inventions were created just to speed up chocolate processing. Chemists and engineers have worked side by side to improve this popular treat. These new inventions led to the creation of chocolate bars and some huge corporations that are still around today. Rudolphe Lindt, John Cadbury, Franklin Mars, Henri Nestle and Milton Hershey are all names that have a place in the development of commercial chocolate consumption. These companies make milk chocolate, dark chocolate, and white chocolate in every shape and size. We see them in almost every store we go into. However, there are some smaller companies that claim to offer better chocolate confections. One company out of Ecuador sells a candy bar for $600.00.

The Mars company may be the number one chocolate manufacturer but Milton Hershey definitely takes the cake for determination. He not only built a chocolate factory but also built an entire town around it so his employees would have a place to shop, go to school and houses to live in. He and his wife couldn’t have children so they started a school for orphaned boys. Today, if you visit Hershey, Pennsylvania, you can go to an amusement park, visit the chocolate factory, see a concert or watch a hockey game. Even with all this, the company still makes 70 million Hershey Kisses every day. That’s tons of kisses to give (and eat) on Valentine’s Day and every other day of the year.

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For The SenTinel

Our Timberwolves have been hard at work playing some exciting games recently.

On January 24, Granger had the advantage of their home court. But that didn’t stop the Timberwolves from bringing the heat. The varsity boys played extremely hard and took home the win 67-59. Sam Wilder was the high scorer with 23 points. Josh Bo and Brody Hatfield each had 14 to round out this win.

The varsity girls also had a very successful night in Granger. Their defense in the second quarter got really tight as they held the Spartans to two points in the third quarter. Kelly Smith scored 15 points for the Lady Wolves.

The JV girls all worked together to have an exciting win against the Spartans. This game was led by Devany Vargas with a total of 14 points. Devany also portrayed great point guard leadership throughout each quarter of this game. This team played some tough defense to end the score 32-19. Unfortunately, the JV boys at Granger lost after a hard fight. This close game was led by Caden Scherf with 14 points. Carson Berdahl had a great game with 10+ rebounds and a handful of blocks. The Spartans took the win 44-49.

On January 27 the Wolves were back on our homecourt to play against White Swan. The varsity boys had a great night beating the Cougars 70-53. Seth Wilder had a whopping 21 points scored for his team. His brother, Sam Wilder, followed with a total of 15 points and seven assists. The Lady Timberwolves had a tough loss after a close game throughout all

The Washington State Department of Natural Resources released its first strategic plan and website for its Youth Education and Outreach Program today as part of its push to deliver outdoor learning opportunities and promote natural resource sector careers for Washington youth.

Launched in 2023 with one full-time staff member, the Youth Education and Outreach Program (YEOP) has connected more than 2,000 K-12 students with Department of Natural Resources (DNR) subject matter experts on a wide variety of subjects related to climate and wildfire resilience, recreation, and many more topics related to sustainable, equitable stewardship of the great outdoors.

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four quarters. Anna Wilder had a total of 10 points, with an end score of 32-38. The girls played with grit and perseverance throughout this tough game, and we are very proud of their attitudes, always beaming with purple and gold pride.

“The girls played through a really physical game and the last of 4 games in five days,” said Coach Konrad. “That can be very mentally draining. I am very proud of how hard these girls played and how composed they stayed in a really tough, physical game.”

The JV girls had the most intense, exciting game of the season yet. These girls have been working so hard and making their mark for Goldendale every place they go. The team was led by Dilynn Herrington and Jocelyn Folkner, each sinking 10 points and showing great leadership. This team’s tough, scrappy defense hands down won the game for the Lady Wolves. Goldendale’s fan power for this home game was through the roof for these girls, ending the score 40-31.

“The girls absolutely played their hearts out for 32 minutes,” Coach Amidon stated. “I was so proud of them. The entire team contributed to this win, and my heart bursts with pride. I was covered in goosebumps watching this team. These girls are plum full of potential, young and full of fire! It is going to be really fun to continue watching them throughout the years.”

The JV boys kept up the winning energy and brought the heat against the Cougars. Casen Doubravsky led the team scoring 16 points throughout the four quarters. Simon Grindling was right behind him with 14 points playing a great

by YEOP have taken place across classroom activities, field-based learning, career fairs, internships, and professional learning opportunities for teachers. There is also an online portal at www.dnr.wa.gov/kids of educational activities available to students of all ages.

“So much of the work we do at DNR is to leave our forests in better shape than we found them so that future generations enjoy all that makes us the Evergreen State,” said Commissioner of Public Lands Hilary Franz. “The immediate impact and rapid growth of our Youth Education and Outreach Program shows how much of a need there is to connect Washington youth with the best experts and learning experiences possible.”

To continue expanding the program to meet the

game. Chris McKune made his mark on the defensive side and also contributed five assists for the Wolves. The end score for this exciting game was 50-44. This team has come a long way this season and is continuing to improve their skills daily. We are proud to have had such a good crowd supporting our Wolves for these home games!

On Thursday, February 1, the Timberwolves matched up against the Kittitas Coyotes for the last home game of the season. The varsity boys knocked it out of the park and beat the Coyotes 68 to 42. Seth Wilder led the team with 22 points, four blocks, and seven rebounds. Josh Smith and Sam Wilder each had 12 points for the Wolves. This team’s strong defense gave us a great advantage for this game. Sam Wilder had four steals and ten rebounds for a successful senior night.

Coach Siebert said of the team, “Overall great contributions from all players. We started the season slow but have really come on strong

needs of Washington students, DNR has requested funding from the State Legislature to fund additional staff positions, the creation of a gear library to support equity in outdoor education, and pass-through funding opportunities at the local level. A fact sheet about the funding request is available at tinyurl.com/bdz44j4j.

“Washington youth care deeply about issues related to our natural resources and changing climate,” said YEOP Program Manager Clare Sobetski. “Many of them are also unsure about how they can make an impact now or in the future. This program is their gateway to affecting positive changes in their communities and exploring the many career opportunities in natural resources.”

the second half of the season. I am very proud of this team as a first-year varsity coach—we have really come together. Our last match is against Riverview, then we are on to State!”

The varsity girls played very hard throughout the whole game. All four quarters were full of perseverance and grit as these girls have been working hard. Unfortunately, Kittitas got the win 25-41. Anna Wilder was the high scorer with 7 points.

“We just needed to make our lay-ins and get more defensive rebounds, and the game could’ve gone way different. I am very proud of how the ladies competed the whole game,” says Coach Konrad. “It has been a

blast coaching these young ladies. I am so proud of them for sticking with basketball over the years. Their commitment to GHS girls basketball has been absolutely amazing.”

There are a lot of seniors who have played their last game at Goldendale High School this week. We would like to recognize Addi Bomberger, Iliana Vega, Claira Tuning, Brook Blain, Jenna Casey, Jeslyn Berry, Ike O’leary, Sam Wilder, Cameron Groves, Joshua Smith, and team managers Jayden Rolfe and Sebastian Sanchez. We have had the pleasure of seeing these athletes throughout their senior season and all the hard work they have put in. The seniors say they would

like to give a big thank you to their coaches, faculty, family members, and everyone else involved in making these lifelong memories happen.

We are so proud as a community every time these teams step out onto the court. The leadership skills portrayed by these athletes reflect so highly on our town. The coaches, faculty, athletes, and community members go above and beyond putting in hours of hard work to make these events happen. The Timberwolves have had a great season full of highs and all individuals who make these games happen are much appreciated. We look forward to another great season next year!