Goldendale Sentinel November 15, 2023

Tree of Joy needs donors

Tamara Kaufman For The SenTinel

The call for donors is in high gear to meet the demand for the Tree of Joy holiday gift project in Klickitat and Skamania counties.

The goal is to help families in need by providing new essential items such as winter coats, hats, gloves, clothing, and shoes, with other gifts and toys to brighten a child’s holiday season.

Tree of Joy is coordinated through Washington Gorge Action Programs (WAGAP), primarily through the Bingen Food Bank, which assists with a wide range of clients from Klickitat and Skamania counties.

“Donor count is down this year,” said Leslie Naramore, WAGAP executive director.

“We are noticing the trend that started during COVID-19 is continuing.” She explained that a shift to remote work seems to have disconnected workers from holiday activities with their companies that support local communities.

Traditionally, when employees were at office locations, past Tree of Joy efforts centered around hanging gift tags in lobbies on trees or decorations, where workers could see the holiday effort daily and get excited to participate. It created a friendly competition as wishes were fulfilled and gifts were placed under trees until delivered to WAGAP for distribution.

“What we haven’t seen is a corresponding decrease in requests from families,” Naramore said. “If anything, the demand is higher as our supply is dwindling. So we want to engage with local businesses and individuals to join the program. Donors from the past are encouraged to rejoin the effort, and we invite people who have never done it before to make this their first year of Tree of Joy giving.”

In recent years, the program rose from 200 to 300 children registered, but the team is concerned it won’t be able to help all children this year due to a lack of donors.

Donors are welcome to shop for individual children and family groups or to donate money, and then staff will shop to fulfill wish lists.

For individuals and organizations interested in joining this year’s Tree of Joy effort, contact Modesta Espinoza at clerk@wagap.org or call (509) 493-2662 extension 200 for further questions or instructions. Let her know how many children your organization can support.

Donor shopping lists will be available by November 21 in advance of Thanksgiving. Gifts should be wrapped, clearly indicate family and child numbers, and be returned to the Bingen Food Bank by December 18, in time for the families to pick gifts up starting December 19.

“We are always so thankful for neighbors who step up to help children in our community,” Espinoza said. “A small contribution can go a long way for a family in need.”

Windermere Shares the Warmth during winter months

As the coldest months of the year approach, brokers from Windermere Real Estate are teaming up to Share the Warmth and help provide winter necessities for those in need. As part of the annual campaign, the Windermere offices in the Columbia River Gorge area will be collecting donations from November 8 to December 20 to benefit the Gorge Warming Shelter, the Washington Gorge Action Program, and the Youth Empowerment Shelter. The organizations are specifically asking for blankets and coats in all sizes.

Those who want to help can stop by participating Windermere offices to drop off donations. In the Columbia River Gorge, donations can be dropped off on weekdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at any of the following Windermere drop-off locations:

• Goldendale: 103 E Main St.

• Bingen: 106 W Steuben

• Stevenson, Washington: 220 SW Second St.

• Hood River, Oregon: 501 Portway Ave. (3rd Floor)

• The Dalles, Oregon: 122 E 2nd St.

“Year after year, Share the Warmth brings together Windermere Real Estate brokers and caring community members to ensure our neighbors are well-equipped for winter,” said Scott Mitchelson, president of Windermere Services Company in Oregon and SW Washington. “This campaign is one of the many ways our brokers are collectively committed to helping the communities they serve.”

About Windermere Real Estate

Windermere Real Estate is the largest regional real estate company in the West-

ern U.S. with over 300 offices and 7,000 agents in 10 states. Last year, Windermere closed 67,000 home sales for more than $43 billion in volume. The Windermere family has a heritage of serving neighbors via the Windermere Foundation, which funds services for low-income and homeless families. Since 1989, the Windermere Foundation has contributed more than $50 million into improving lives in local communities. For more information, visit windermere.com.

G OLDENDALE ’ S A TTIC

This week’s Goldendale’s Attic Mystery Picture

We’re guessing the guy on the right just told the other two men the funniest joke in the world. (In case you’re wondering, it’s: What do you call cheese that isn’t yours?

Nacho cheese.) The sheer hilarity on the faces makes you want to smile. But who are these people? When was this picture taken? Where? Why? 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 drop us an email (info@goldendalesentinel.

com), or give us a call (509773-3777), 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

November 22, 1923 – 100 Years Ago

Old “Mother Measles” with her family arrived in Goldendale last week for her annual visit. Not being able to fi nd accommodations at one place, she found quarters for the whole outfit in different parts of the city and went in uninvited. The result is there are several cases of measles in the vicinity, which seemed to have broken out all at once.

November 11, 1943 – 80 Years Ago

There is at least one volunteer worker who is “practicing what she preaches,” that of giving at least one day’s wages to the United War Fund campaign that is now underway. Bessie Hornibrook, Goldendale’s largest poultry operator, contributed all the money derived from her laying hens last Wednesday. A total of 440 eggs were gathered during the day, which were figured at five cents each, making a total of $22 as her contribution to the worthy cause. If all citizens in the county would contribute one day’s wages, there would be no question regarding the outcome of the drive.

November 11, 1943 – 80 Years Ago

Men wanted – Jobs open in the essential war industry, 82 cents per hour lowest scale. No experience necessary. Steady year-round work with good chances for advancement. Contact Gas-Ice Corporation, Klickitat, Washington.

November 12, 1953 – 70 Years Ago

Walking into the Blockhouse store is like turning the calendar back fi fty years. The old building itself reflects the age of the business with its false front and porch; it looks like something from the set of a western movie. The store itself is one of the few remaining country general stores. In stock are groceries, hardware, some cloth and thread and gas and oil, as well as some automobile supplies. A big wood burning stove surrounded by what was at one time comfortable chairs adds to the traditional country store as do the buckets, oil cans, lengths of stove pipe and all sorts of merchandise hanging from the ceiling. On the floor are kegs of nails, hundred-pound sacks of sugar, blocks of salt and other heavy articles. Albert and Harriett Kayser started the Blockhouse store in the early 1870’s. There were only four settlers and the old Blockhouse in the area when the business fi rst started. In its early days the old store was a trading post and gathering place for the Indians as well as the few white men in the vicinity. The original store building was torn down in the early 1900’s. In 1907 the present building was moved from across the road, it was originally a hotel used by travelers from The Dalles to Fort Simcoe on the old military road. In 1892 when the hotel belonged to John Cleaves there was a murder in the building. John Green killed a man named William Dunn in a heated argument over some cattle.

November 11, 1961 – 62 Years Ago

Add to Sights Seen on Main Street: an automobile impaled upon a parking meter, which it had overleaped in a burst of parking enthusiasm. It was attended by a driver, who with the aid of friends was attempting to rescue the vehicle, quietly and inconspicuously, before it bled to death (or nosy officials appeared on the spot.) This was difficult, to phrase it gently. However, a rescue was eventually effected, and nothing remained to mark the scene but a pool of petroleum gore and a meter that may never feel the same again.

October 31, 1963 – 60 Years Ago

Although the red fox is an eastern animal, it was introduced to western Oregon and Washington some years ago. This animal has never been known in this area. Tuesday, however, one was run over as he attempted to cross the new Highway 8 on Chamberlain flats. Fred Cochran, who lives at Jaydee Trailer City, thought he had run over a dog and went back to investigate. What he found was obviously a fox, about half-grown, red on its back and white underneath. He showed it to Walter Thompson near whose place the animal was struck. Both Thompson and Cochran, who fi rst came to this area in 1925, said they had never heard of foxes in the wild in this region. Game Protector Richard Thompson said that two kinds of foxes are found in Washington: a small native fox found in the Cascades, and a variety of Eastern Red Fox, which comes from stock introduced into the Willamette Valley and north of Vancouver.

October 25, 1973 – 50 Years Ago

Surely the oldest active follower of World Series baseball in Goldendale must be Jim Shelton, who at 96 placed his bet on the Oakland A’s and thoroughly enjoyed collecting from his friends. Jim, beloved to many generations of students as the janitor at the old high school in the days before the title became “stationary steam engineer” or “custodian,” has been famed over the years for his love of betting on the ball games with many townspeople and teachers. Perhaps the highlight of his life was many years ago when a “mystery fund” was collected from townspeople who had no idea what they were donating for, but they had been assured that they could get their money back if they did not approve. Not one soul claimed a penny when it was discovered the fund was to “send Jim Shelton to the World Series.” He was perhaps the most thrilled man in the stands.

Points to ponder:

I think the Discovery Channel should be on a different channel every day.

Answer to last week´s Mystery Picture

Two people were able to identify these people. One was longtime county resident, O.J. Hecomovich, who let us know that this is Agnes Miller (with the white hair in the middle), with Agnes’ daughter, Mary (to the left of Agnes) who is holding Travis.

Mary Pierce of Glenwood adds this was the Miller family in 1994 when they were awarded that

This picture shows four generations of the family, with Agnes, Mary, Mary’s son Harry and his wife Chris, with their children Travis and Vicky. Harry and Chris still operate the ranch with Travis and his wife, Kelly, and a new generation of little cowgirls.

From September 25, 1952: Runaway mama bear roped by pursuers, but she proves to be too much heft to handle

There was plenty of excitement at the Bob Bellamy place at Blockhouse at breakfast time Monday morning when a black bear and her pair of frisky cubs ambled across the field toward the ranch. The sheep and cows started kicking up a fuss when they spotted the bears, and Bob went to investigate. He and his neighbor, Clarence Schroeder, jumped into their cars, the families came along, and breakfast was forgotten. It was 7 a.m. Maynard Bennett, the driver for the Green Medo dairy, was passing the place on his way to Klickitat when he saw the uproar and so joined the chase.

The two cars lurched across the field, and the bears scattered. Finally, the pursuers ran the cubs into a woodlot, and the cubs took to the trees.

The irate ranchers got out of the cars and followed. One cub, apparently angered by the audacity of the pursuers, shinnied down the tree to take a swipe at Schroeder, who said the claws looked like they were a foot long.

After a while of this, the residents hightailed it back to their cars, their appetites whetted for breakfast. As they went back to the house, about 9 a.m., who should meander into the farmyard but the mama bear, evidently

looking for the treed cubs?

Away the chasers went again, this time determined to rope the big 250-pounder, Maynard reports. He was delegated to ride a fender and rope the beast while Bellamy drove. Schroeder had meantime gone back home. This sport soon proved unhealthy, Bennett told The Sentinel, and after twice catching the mother, they gave it up as too much bear.

Bennett made one pass at the bear, roping her head, but she slipped out of the noose and sidled over to the car to snip at the wheels and at Bennett’s feet. He promptly hoisted his feet to safer heights, but Bellamy, who could not see the bear running abreast of the front wheel, kept spinning along, much to Bennett’s discomfort.

The mother bear veered off, and Bennett swung his lariat again, looping her around the leg. But he couldn’t hold on to that much bear, and the chase was abandoned. The bear took to the woods.

Various theories are being advanced for the boldness of bears coming out of the woods this time of year. Some claim the berry crop is too scarce this year to satisfy the bears, others that the bear population is getting too large for the available feed.

Society

—Richard Lefever Klickitat County Historical

I asked my boss if I could leave early, and he said only if I could make up the time. I said, “Okay, it’s thirty-five past fi fty.”

police officer pulled me over and knocked on my window. I said, “Just a minute, I’m on the phone.”

OpiniOn

Foiling home improvement scams and fraud

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has received 109,000 reports of home remodeling scams since 2007. During that time, the frauds have lost nearly $207 million.

However, given that many scam victims choose not to disclose the crime, that might only be the tip of the iceberg.

Regretfully, con artists frequently target elderly homeowners, believing them to be more affluent and susceptible to memory or cognitive issues.

The dark side of home improvement

Keep in mind there are home improvement businesses everywhere and at all quality levels. Some have a solid reputation and produce noteworthy work. Some contractors are questionable and just want to get rich quick; their caliber of workmanship is not given much weight.

Then there are the real con artists who take advantage of you and your house, leaving you with nothing but false promises. Their sole intention is to defraud you of your money and leave you with nothing.

Trust but verify

Guest Editorial Jon K. Hancock, Hancock Advisors LLC

How can you tell if a contractor might not be reputable? According to the FTC, these behaviors are red flags:

• Scammers knock on doors, claiming to be “in the area” looking for business.

• Scammers claim they have materials left over from a previous job, which will save you money.

• They pressure you into an immediate decision.

• They ask you to pay for everything upfront and/or only accept cash.

• They ask you to get the required building permits.

• Scammers suggest you borrow money from a lender they know.

• They won’t sign a contract but insist on a handshake deal.

These seem almost obvious, but con artists don’t become con artists without learning the art of persuasion. They put you at ease. They engender trust, and your guard comes down.

Be alert. If something doesn’t feel right, you are under no obligation to move forward. Call a trusted friend or advisor to discuss your thoughts.

How to avoid scammers

Here are some ways you can greatly reduce your odds of being victimized.

• Consider only contractors who are licensed and insured.

• Get recommendations from family and friends.

• Check with the local Home Builders Association and consumer protection officials to see if they have complaints against a contractor.

• Research a business online and read reviews but keep in mind that they may not be perfect. Instead,

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focus on the center of gravity, i.e., the bulk of reviews, and how complaints are handled.

• Get written estimates and read the contract carefully.

• Don’t pay the full amount up front. A down payment will likely be required, but avoid those who want full payment upfront.

Let me remind you once more to remain vigilant and remember - you are not obligated to proceed if something doesn’t feel right.

In the unfortunate event that you have fallen victim to a scam, report the crime to the National Association of Homebuilders, the BBB, your state’s attorney general’s office, and the state consumer protection office.

A lot of home renovation businesses take great pride in their work. By adopting a few basic safety measures and researching the reputation of the business you are considering hiring, you can significantly lower your risk of becoming a victim of fraud.

Letters from the community

Above and beyond

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 .

Because of KVH Hospice and all the caring people there, my husband was able to spend his last days in our home. Their care and support enabled me to keep my promise to him that he could stay home. Every member of the Hospice family was available every time I called. Their care of my husband was above and beyond what I could do to keep him comfortable.

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

We are very fortunate to have KVH Hospice in our community. I hope that never changes.

Kathy Hayes Goldendale

He was there

for three hours.

The benefit auction and dinner for the Pregnancy Resource Center November 2 was delightful. As I

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.

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.

Ken McKune Goldendale

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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.”

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

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observed the kindness and love present, it reminded me of the atmosphere at other events, like the Community 5th Sunday Sing service and the fundraising barbeque for New Hope Farms. Then I realized why; Jesus Christ was present at all these events.

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.

Ken Margraf Goldendale

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HOMETOWN

Some 300 diners supported the senior class

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Community Events

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WEEKLY AND MONTHLY EVENTS

Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday

• Alcoholics Anonymous, Goldendale United Methodist Church, 7-8 p.m. Tuesdays & Thursdays

• Zumba Classes

– Soul 2 Soul Health Center 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Sunday

• Makers Market at The Missing Corner (ON HOLD until further notice) – 1256 Hwy 141 BZ Corner. Every third Sunday from 12 – 5 p.m. Contact themissingcorner@gmail.com for more information (will return in April 16, 2023)

• Trout Lake Market

– 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Trout Lake Grange Hall 2390 Washington 141. 1st Sunday of the month, seasonally through September.

Monday

• Popup Café – 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. lunch and support group at the Masonic Lodge on Columbus until further notice. Café is open weekly on Monday and Wednesday.

• Programs for Peaceful Living Domestic Violence Victim support group via zoom Mondays 10 a.m. 509-7736100 or 509-493-1533.

• The Coalition for Preventing Abuse in Klickitat County (CPAKC)

4 p.m. every 2nd Monday via Zoom. 509-773-3776 or CPAKC on Facebook.

• Yoga Zoom meeting 6-7:30 p.m. Jill Kieffer RN Instructor call to pre-register (541) 490-3704

• Goldendale City Council meetings 6 p.m. 1103 S Columbus 1st and 3rd Monday of every month except on holidays.

• Book Discussion Group meets every third Monday at 11 a.m. – Goldendale Library

• One on One Tech Help 1st Monday of the month 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the Goldendale Library, call to set up an appointment 509-773-4487

• Goldendale School Board Work Session: 2nd Monday of the month at the Primary School Library.

• Goldendale School Board Meeting: 4th Monday of the month at the High School Cafeteria.

Tuesday

• Board of County Commissioners meeting every Tuesday Klickitat County Courthouse, 205 S Columbus Goldendale. Visit https://www.klickitatcounty. org/643/Board-of-CountyCommissioners for information, agenda, and link for Zoom meeting.

• TOPS Club Inc – Taking Pounds off Sensibly 10 a.m. American Legion. Questions? Sally/ojala@gmail.com

• Goldendale Junior Community Chamber 7 p.m. 2nd Tuesday of every month at Umpqua Bank. Call 509-2500625

• Goldendale Photo Club 2nd Tuesday of Every month 105 West Main 6 p.m. Jeanne Morgan 10-5 M-F at 509-7722717

• KC Fair Board Meetings 1st Tuesday of the month is a Workshop, 3rd Tuesday of the month is a Board Meeting.

• White Salmon Farm -

ers Market, 4 – 7 p.m. every week seasonally at Rheingarten Park.

• Narcotics Anonymous, 5 – 6 p.m. weekly at the United Methodist Church, 109 E Broadway Goldendale.

• Soroptimist International of Goldendale, 5:30 pm the

second and fourth Tuesday of the month. Dedicated to helping women and youth in our community and worldwide. All welcome. Contact Betty 509-250-3746

Wednesday

• Free Youth Cooking Classes: 4-6 p.m. every other Wednesday, beginning Sept. 20th, 2023 – June 2024 at The Harbor 125 W. Main St. Goldendale. Children 13+, come join us at the Youth Drop-In Center for free cooking classes. 509-281-0288 or email cassidy@wagap.org

• Let’s Play Chess! – 1st & 3rd Wednesday afternoon from 3 – 5 p.m. beginning in May. Goldendale Library.

• Snowden Community Council Meetings – 1st Wednesday of the month at 6:30 at the Cherry Lane Fire

Station

• Kiwanis 7 a.m. Simcoe Café 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month.

• Gorge Farmers Co-op Pickup 4 – 6 p.m. Columbia Grange 87, Lyle

• Beginning Quilt class 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. call 3C’s Fabric

to sign up 509-261-2815

• Pinochle at the Centerville Grange – 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every Month at 1:00 p.m. 228 Centerville Hwy

• Trivia at the American Legion – every week 6:30 p.m.

• Family Storytime at 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., Goldendale Library

• Popup Café – 10 a.m. –2 p.m. lunch and support group at the Masonic Lodge on Columbus until further notice. Café is open weekly on Monday and Wednesday.

• Lyle Community Council Meetings are the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 6:30, Lyle Activity Center (308 Klickitat). Meetings also available via Zoom https:// lylewa.com/about-us Thursday

• EPIC Game Night – every Thursday from 6 – 8 p.m. at the EPIC youth center. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.

• Drinking Democratically – 3rd Thursday of the month 6 – 7:30 p.m. at Ayutlas in Goldendale

• New Parent Support Group – 10 a.m. weekly 120 W. Stuben at Mugs Café in Bingen. Join us for community support at our weekly meeting at Mugs Cafe in Bingen. We meet in the back room. Children are welcome & encouraged. There is a small play area to keep little hands busy. We’d love to see you there!

• Bingo - Goldendale American Legion Thursdays - card packets go on sale 6:30 p.m. game starts 7 p.m. Food available

• Bingo - High Prairie Community Center, 2nd Thursday of every month, doors open at 6, starts at 6:30. Questions contact Sharon 509-310-9172

• WAGAP Mobile Food Bank – 1st Thursday of the month: 9-11 a.m. Wishram

school, 12–2 p.m. Dallesport Community Center, 3-5 p.m. Lyle Lions Club. 3rd Thursday of the month: 9-11 a.m. Trout Lake Baptist Church, 12-2 p.m. BZ Corner Community Building. Call 509493-2662 ext 208 for more information.

• Narcotics Anonymous, 7 - 8 p.m. weekly at the United Methodist Church, 109 E Broadway Goldendale Friday

• Bingo – 2nd & 4th Friday of the month, Mt Adams Elks Lodge 124 NE Church Ave, White Salmon. Doors open at 5:30, Bingo at 6 and the Salmon Run Grill is open from 5:30 – 7:30

• Farmers Market, High Prairie: 701 Struck Road, Lyle (between Centerville & Lyle), the 1st and 3rd Friday of the month 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. May – September. Vendors, please contact Josh Harrison, phone: (509)281-0971, email: josh7harrison@gmail. com

• Beginning Quilt Class 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. call 3C’s Fabric to sign up 509-261-2815

• Knitting and Stitching Circle – 10 a.m. –12 p.m. White Salmon Community Library

• GamerNoon for teens 3 – 5 p.m. at the Goldendale Library. Come play tabletop and board games in the teen area.

• Crafternoons at the Library – every 4th Friday 2:30 – 4 p.m. for ages 7-10 (all ages welcome at the Goldendale Library) Saturday

• Lyle Lions Pancake Breakfast 1st Saturday of every month 7 a.m. -10 a.m. Omelets and ham and eggs cooked to order. Endless Pancakes. Location: Lyle Lions Community Center 5th & State Street (Hwy 14).

• Columbia Grange meets the 2nd Saturday of every month.

• 3rd Saturday Dinners –Bavarian Deli 5 – 7 p.m. Local Beef brisket $25

• 1st Saturday Family Storytimes 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Goldendale Library

Community Events November 19, 2023, Glenwood Community Annual Thanksgiving Dinner: 4: p.m. in the School Gym. The basics will be provided by the Pioneer Memorial Community Church. Please bring a favorite side, desert, or salad to share. Contact Pastor Butch or Jennifer Hallenbeck at 509-364-3517 with questions. November 18, 2023, Bickleton Holiday Bazaar: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Bickleton School Old Gym. Call (509) 894-4858.

Holly Dohrman

Holly Dohrman, 19682023

On Friday, November 10, at 7:15 a.m., Holly broke free of cancer's hold and started her amazing journey to Heaven. She was surrounded by her family telling her how much we love and will miss her. Never have I seen anyone fight so hard with so much grace and courage.

Services are planned for 10 a.m., Saturday, November 18, 2023, at the Goldendale Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (104 W McKinley St, Goldendale). Graveside Rites will follow at the Lyle-Balch Cemetery. Holly was an amazing wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend to so many. Her presence will be sorely missed. There is defi-

nitely a huge empty space in our hearts.

We would like to thank everyone for their support and prayers over the past year and especially over the past month. Bob, Nick, and Eric are so grateful. In lieu of flowers, Bob is asking that people make a donation to The Mason Kane Foundation, 1025 Meadow Lane, Alberton MT 59820, in memory of Holly. Thank you again for your continued support and prayers.

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

Klickitat County Historical Society annual meeting

Following are notes from Richard Lefever from the annual meeting of the Klickitat County Historical Society, held on October 28.

Extra chairs were required for the enthusiastic crowd attending the recent Klickitat County Historical Society (KCHS) annual meeting at the Goldendale Grange Hall. It felt like everyone in town came out to share history and eat pie.

Board President James Radcliff welcomed the attendees while Treasurer Dennis Birney provided a recap of the KCHS year. Seven hundred and forty paying visitors toured the museum during the recent season, 609 from outside of Klickitat County, mainly from the I-5 corridor. Guests also included families from England, Germany, and Israel.

A big thank you was given to the group of 20 Presby hosts who greeted visitors during the summer months. Our KCHS hosts not only share local history but are frequently entertained by visitor’s childhood stories about living in Klickitat County. The museum always has room for additional hosts and museum greeters.

Judith St. Pierre introduced the 2023 KCHS Herit-

age Magazine which will be sent to members this week.

Board Member Richard Lefever provided a sketch of Goldendale’s fi rst Grist Mill built in 1875. It was located in the vacant lot east of Allyn’s Building

Center. Built before electricity and diesel engines, it was powered by water from Bloodgood Creek. Power was fi rst provided by a big wooden water wheel, followed by a water turbine, and finally a steam

engine. A single spinning shaft running throughout the building kept all the pulleys and belts whirling.

At peak production, the facility produced 100- to 196-pound wooden barrels of flour each day. In 1893 it exported 1,000 barrels of flour a month to China. Cotton flour sacks replaced wooden barrels during World War I. At the height of the depression, cotton flour sacks were in demand for making clothes. The first flour mill was destroyed by an early morning arson fi re on its dedication day in 1876.

The highlight of the annual meeting was a skit portraying Sheriff August Schuster (Daniel Lefever) capturing the arsonist who lit the flour mill on fire (Luann Whitmire.) Without a courthouse or a jail in Klickitat County at that time, Sheriff Schuster had to escort the prisoner by horseback and sternwheeler to the closest jail in Vancouver. It wasn’t until 1878 that a jail constructed entirely of wood was erected in Goldendale.

The four-story, fivebuilding flour mill complex remained a local landmark for over 50 years until another spectacular fire destroyed the facility in 1923. C

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

Church Directory

GRACE BRETHREN

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.

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

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.”

FFA from page A1

Communities, and Strengthening Agriculture.

In the National Chapter Award, Goldendale Middle School FFA earned three Gold Stars, which is the highest honor, and Goldendale High School FFA earned two Gold Stars.

This award recognizes the two chapters as one of the top 3.3% FFA chapters out of almost 9,000 in the nation. Goldendale Middle School was also selected as a national finalist for Middle School Models of Excellence and placed in the top five chapters in the nation.

Addi Bomberger and

PRISONS from page A1

While most mass shootings here aren’t politically motivated, which is what people usually think of when they think of terrorists, they do indeed strike terror.

“The focus in Norway is, one day these prisoners are going to be your neighbors,” Mosbrucker says. “They’re going to live next to you, work with you. So they try to keep them acclimated to being in society.”

Orange jumpsuits are not signs of societal acclimation, so prisoners in Norway don’t wear them.

“When prisoners re-enter society here,” Mosbrucker states, “they’ve been living in a different culture. They don’t know how to integrate back into ‘normal’ life. So in Norway, prisons try to get people ready to live and work in a ‘normal’ way.”

That’s part of why prisons there only serve one meal. If the prisoner wants more meals, they can go cook them on their own.

“Knives are chained down,” Mosbrucker says, “but the idea is to have people able to cope on their own, ready to go into society able to cope on their own.”

The entire attitude is support for a crime-free future rather than just punishment for the past.

Mosbrucker is considering sponsoring something

Jenna Casey accepted the chapter’s 2 Star National Chapter Award on live TV in front of over 70,000 people for Goldendale High School. Logan Smith and Frank Lorton accepted Goldendale Middle School’s 3 Star National Chapter Award. And Rydell Myers, Tristyn Tobin, and Aubrey Wright accepted the Model of Excellence Award. As commented by GHS Greenhand FFA President Rydell Myers, “I was honored to accept Goldendale Middle School’s national finalist award, but it was unreal to go in front of 20 times more people than

she’s calling the Hope Bill when the Legislature convenes in Olympia in January. If it makes it before the Legislature, the bill would aim at first steps toward a better incarceration system in Washington.

Fentanyl meeting

More recently Mosbrucker stood in the cold the night of November 7 at a shelter in Yakima to listen to people whose lives have been traumatized by fentanyl use among those closest to them. Mosbrucker plans to introduce bills to combat fentanyl in the upcoming legislative session, after her four bills offered in the last session never saw the light of day as the Legislature toyed with the idea of legalizing all drugs.

“It was powerful to see people sharing, staying out in the cold, to talk about the impact of fentanyl,” Mosbrucker shares. Among those was Melissa Howtopat of Goldendale, whose son died in custody at the Klickitat County Jail after a fentanyl arrest. Howtopat shared her grief not only at her son’s death but at the legal and detox system that makes escaping fentanyl use so time-consuming and clumsy.

Safety issues are top priority for Mosbrucker as she prepares for Olympia in

are in our town.”

Besides receiving their award, the students participated in a community service project to make sensory bottles. “I personally liked making the bottled fidgets for kids to help stay focused in class. They let us pick out sparkles and cool little toys to put in a bottle filled with colored water and hand sanitizer. I hope the kids who receive them enjoy what we created!” stated GHS FFA member Charlotte Matulovich.

Additionally, members attended educational tours and a country concert.

January:

• She plans to address alternative ways to report rape other than what exists now; she wants a study group to examine possible reporting measures that increase efficiency and privacy.

• Safe Haven would prevent the horrifying numbers of babies being left in dumpsters by mothers who see no alternative for children they can’t cope with. The measure would create “baby boxes” where infants could be dropped off with devices that would immediately notify first responders of a baby’s presence in the box.

• Mosbrucker wants to see improvements in supply chains and workforce efficiency.

• She plans to find ways to secure funds for police body cameras in rural areas.

• Family and data privacy need greater attention, Mosbrucker asserts.

• It’s time to bring back Drug Court.

• There is a surprising number of homes without addresses—residences that are strangely unmapped and therefore impossible for responders to know how to get to. Mosbrucker wants to find ways to remedy that situation.

Parade was helped by many

Members had the opportunity to experience the manufacturing process of a tractor during their tour of Curriculum for Agricultural Science Education (CASE) at New Holland Tractor Factory in Racine, Wisconsin. They experienced the Skydeck (formerly Sears Tower) in Chicago, Illinois. And, they toured a sustaining dairy and hog farm at Fair Oaks Farms in Fair Oaks, Indiana. Lastly, members enjoyed a concert presented by Lainey Wilson at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Goldendale FFA members

also attended the National FFA Agricultural Career Show. The career show hosted more than 300 booths representing colleges, agriculture-related companies, fundraising companies, U.S. Armed Services, and auto and truck manufacturers at the Indianapolis Convention Center. “I learned in the career show that the military will pay for your college. I also got a chance to drive robots, try on parachutes, and do a fun fitness challenge. I really enjoyed my time there,” stated Jack Halm, GHS FFA Member. This occasion to travel

across the country to be recognized for their excellence and to participate in hands-on learning opportunities was a once-in-alifetime experience for the Goldendale FFA members.

GHS FFA President Addison Bomberger commented, “I loved the opportunity to meet so many FFA members from all over the country. Not only did we have new experiences and learn more about our futures, but we were also able to celebrate our two chapters’ hard work and accomplishments.”

Scott Robinson inaugurated Goldendale’s nowannual Veterans Day Parade only a few years ago. Here he shares his thoughts on this year’s parade on a wet and windy day.

This year’s Veterans Day Parade was a bit chilly, and we had some rain coming down that kept a lot of folks at home. The good news was that we had a good turnout with support from the folks who participated in the parade. Time to thank those who came out for the event regardless of the weather.

The American Legion came to lead the parade as they do year after year to represent the veterans of our community. The Legion continues to support all veterans with events all year round. On this day they finished the parade and then went to work at the Legion building to provide prime rib dinner for all veterans and their spouses This

also happens every year. There is a long list of events and services they provide for veterans. Support the American Legion—stop by and have a meal. They have recently upgraded their menu, and they provide some good food at affordable prices. If you’re a veteran, stop by and join the Legion.

This year’s Grand Marshall was past commander of the American Legion, Brian Thimmig. He was born in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. He joined the Army in June of 1978 and served 31 years in five combat tours and retired at the rank of first sergeant. He served two years as vice commander and three years as commander of the American Legion Post 116. Every year we give trophies to some notable folks. This year first place went to Jim Farrer. Since the beginning of this event, he

has provided the transportation for the grand marshal. Second place went to Raina McAllister, the 2023 Klickitat County Fair and Rodeo Queen, on her horse, Bart. Third place went to Bishop Sanitation, which every year provides people watching the parades with toilet paper. Bishop continues to provide Goldendale with support in too many areas to list.

Other notable folks: Julie Vance, who comes out every year and lines up the parade. Many thanks to all the organizations who took the time to participate— without you we have no parade. Also all the ABATE of Columbia Gorge Chapter members who continue to make this happen.

Special thanks to my wife, Micki Robinson, for all the work she puts into these events for ABATE. Without her, I could not make this happen.

Goldendale Soroptimist’s annual Mitten Tree is once again in the foyer of The Sentinel office, awaiting ornaments in the form of mittens, gloves, hats, and scarves. Each year for the past 34 years, people have donated more than 100 items. The “gifts” will be donated to those in greatest need of them in the community. The tree will be up until December 11. Learn more at www.facebook. com/soroptimistinternationalofgoldendale.

Auditor debunks multiple ballot rigging myth

Lou MarzeLes EdiTor

The word on Facebook and other social media is that the Klickitat County Auditor’s Office is sending out multiple ballots to individuals, thereby affording them the opportunity to vote more than once in a single election. Despite social media’s dismal record of providing accurate information, the notion seems to stick in the minds of those who’ve taken to attacking the County Auditor and her staff for abetting election fraud.

County Auditor Heather Jobe says the accusations are entirely unfounded, and documentation supports her assertion. There are occasions when a second ballot is sent to a voter, she acknowl-

edges. “But it is imperative that people understand a second ballot does not mean a second registration for the same voter,” Jobe says, “and it doesn’t mean that a single voter gets two votes.  A second ballot for the same voter means that they’ve either requested a replacement or something has changed in their voter registration.”

An official Voter Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document states, “There are two reasons why a voter would get a second ballot. Either you, the voter, requested one, or something in your voter registration changed. The change may have been something as simple as changing Hwy 142 to Highway 142. Standardizing addresses in the system increases the likelihood that registrations that are

questionable for one reason or another are discovered and validated or corrected.

“Ballots are mailed no less than 18 days before the election. The ballot and mailing labels are created three to four weeks prior to that mailing to allow the vendor sufficient time to get ballots printed, assembled, and mailed to every registered voter within that 18-day window. That is a large win-

dow of time (approximately 45 days) that voters have to make changes to their names or addresses. When a change is made in the system, whether by the voter themselves, the State, or a County Auditor’s Office, the voter registration system automatically generates an updated ballot—even if there are no actual changes to the ballot.”

But what ensures a voter

who gets two ballots only gets one vote? The FAQ points out, “When a ballot is received by an Elections Office, the signature is compared to the voter’s registration and the voter’s record is marked as having returned a ballot. If the voter attempts to return an additional ballot, the system rejects the ballot and warns the election official that a ballot has already been returned.”

Jobe says one particular individual on Facebook has been strident in accusing the Auditor’s office of intentionally manipulating the election process based on knowing someone who got two ballots. “Despite repeated requests for additional information so we could look into the specific situation,” Jobe states,

“that information was not forthcoming. As of the [moment], Klickitat County has 15,803 registered voters, and the current election was county-wide.  We sent out 212 replacement/reissued ballots, which equates to .013% of all ballots.

“Senate bills 6021 and 5227 in 2018 & 2019, respectively, extended the deadlines for receiving and processing voter registrations and updates.  Voters may now register to vote or make changes to their registrations up until 8 p.m. on election night.  Moving the deadline to election night affords voters the opportunity to vote where they reside, but also increases the potential for voters to receive more than one ballot during a voting period.”

WCTU partners with USFS to improve recreation site

Laurie WiLhite

WCTU-KAEG CoChAir

As native plants were placed in the ground at the Klickitat Mile One site, students from Lyle and Wishram chanted, “Grow, Grow, Grow!” These plantings are part of the restoration and conservation partnership to improve recreation opportunities. The United States Forest Service owns 17 acres at this day-use park under renovation along the wild and scenic Klickitat River. The park is called Klickitat Mile One (KMO) because of its location just one mile upriver from the mouth of the Klickitat.

The Washington State Council of Trout Unlimited (WCTU)—Klickitat Alternate Engagement Group (KAEG) is one of many partners in this Forest Service project led by Brance Morefield, botanist. The park site is part of the Columbia River Gorge Scenic Area, and the restoration of this site to a more user-friendly day-use recreation area has been going on for over a year. It is scheduled to be completed in the Fall of 2024.

Lyle students from the REACH (Relationships, Enrichment, Academics, Community, and Homework Help) afterschool program came to plant on November 8, with their mentors Kenji Stasiewicz and Megan Winn.

The 17 Lyle students were provided trowel and work gloves as they headed out to insert plants at a flagged location. They worked with a student partner and an adult volunteer through the Trout Unlimited STREAM Explorer program. STREAM represents the conservation educational components science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Over 200 native plants including milkweed, mock orange, bitter brush, desert parsley, and yarrow were planted by the eager crew on a beautiful fall day.

An enthusiastic Lyle REACH student, Benjamin Bratton said, “I wish we could do this more often! I planted 12 plants, and I like planting because it helps the environment.”

On November 9, Wishram students from the REACH afterschool program came to the Klickitat Mile One site to continue the planting. After an orientation about the history of the KMO site and a planting demonstration, students were supplied with gloves and a trowel. The 11 students each planted multiple plants at prepped areas on the bank above the Klickitat River. Kristen Ringer and Brent Cameron, REACH coordinators, also got involved with the plantings.

Many of the native plants were purchased with a Trout Unlimited National Embrace a Stream Grant.

One of the main goals of Trout Unlimited is to protect and enhance habitat for cold water fisheries including salmon, steelhead, and trout. The EAS grant funded approximately $2,000 to purchase the plants, and the TU Klickitat Alternate Engagement Group’s cochairs Laurie Wilhite and Tony Paolino helped by inviting the schools and volunteers to help plant each day.

These partnership planting days wouldn’t have been a success without the adult volunteers who came to work with the students.

Many of the volunteers are members of the Washington Council of Trout Unlimited—Klickitat Alternate Engagement Group including Dan Enz, Nathan Goodman, Gary Gidley, Sharon Trout, Don Wilhite, and Laurie Wilhite.

Other volunteers included Margaret Newman, Mid-Columbia Fisheries Enhancement Group; Sarah Skelly, Friends of the Columbia River Gorge; Bill Spalding and Tom Fritsch, local fishermen/project supporters; Sara Wu and Lorraine Fritsch, Native Plant Society; Patti Elliott, Klickitat Trail Conservancy; Sharon’s sister, Marg Pearce; Bill Weiler, Lyle City Council and longtime supporter of environmental education in The Columbia River Gorge.

Trout Unlimited member and longtime Lyle resident

Dan Enz said, “I had such a wonderful time helping young students from Lyle and Wishram schools plant native shrubs and trees at Mile One Park alongside the Klickitat River. The children were well-behaved and eager to go to work and get their hands dirty. We had a diverse group of volunteers helping the students in this very important effort. The children who participated will see the fruits of their

efforts materialize over time. They will have pride in the fact they contributed directly to the beautification of this park. Also, I'm proud of the fact that I contributed to the success of this new park and just maybe helped motivate a child to see the beauty in volunteering.”

When the Klickitat Mile One project is completed in 2024, the site will have better erosion control from the plantings, improved

trails, safe river access, non-motorized boat launch, restrooms, garbage service, picnic tables, and interpretive signage. The KMO site along the Klickitat River provides an excellent opportunity for wildlife viewing and family recreation. If you are interested in volunteering or joining Trout Unlimited, contact the organization at klickitattuprojects@washingtontu.org.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 2024 BUDGET

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the preliminary budget for 2024 has been filed with the City Clerk of Goldendale. Copies of the preliminary budget will be available to the public not later than November 15, 2023.

The City Council of the City of Goldendale has scheduled public hearings on November 20, 2023 at 6:00 p.m., and December 4, 2023 in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 1103 S Columbus Ave, Goldendale WA. The public hearing may be continued day to day. The purpose of the public hearing is to consider the Final 2024 budget. All interested parties shall have an opportunity to be heard at such time and place.

Sandy Wells Clerk-Treasurer

(4511, 4601)

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 2024 BUDGET REVENUE

SOURCES

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Goldendale City Council will hold a public hearing on November 20, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall, Council Chambers, 1103 S Columbus Ave Goldendale, WA THE PURPOSE of said hearing is to hear all parties who wish to testify regarding the revenue sources, including tax levies for the 2024 budget.

Sandy Wells Clerk-Treasurer (4512, 4602)

SHERIFF’S PUBLIC NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL PROPERTY IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KLICKITAT. SHERIFF’S PUBLIC NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL PROPERTY. L&M Recreation, LLC, a Washington limited liability company, Plaintiff v. Hoodstock Ranch LLC, a Washington limited liability company; Mark G. Heron; Mary Kathleen Heron, individuals; Tooth Acres, LLC, a Washington limited liability company; and Occupants or Parties in Possession, Defendants, No. 22-2-00139-20. TO: Mark Heron and Mary Heron, PO Box 2290, White Salmon, WA 98672. The Superior Court of Klickitat County has directed

N otices

the undersigned Sheriff of Klickitat County to sell the properties legally described as follows to satisfy a judgment in the above entitled action: Property Description: Parcels A and B as set forth on a Survey recorded December 5, 1989, as Auditor’s No. 216409 and described of record as the South Half of the Southeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter and the Northeast Quarter of the Southwest quarter, Section 6, Township 5 North, Range 10 East, of the Willamette Meridian, County of Klickitat, State of Washington, The sale of the above described properties is to take place: TIME: 10:00 A.M. DATE: December 8, 2023 PLACE: Klickitat County Courthouse. The Judgment Debtor can avoid the sale by paying the judgment amount of $2,101,627.24, together with interest, costs and fees, before the sale date. For the exact amount, contact the Sheriff’s office at the address stated below. KLICKITAT COUNTY SHERIFF, 205 S Columbus, Room 108, Goldendale, WA 98620, 509773-4455. (4603, 4701, 4801, 4901) IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KLICKITAT In re the Estate of Donell Charles Schaefer, Deceased. Case No.: 23-4-00063-20 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS

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 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. 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(3); or (2) four months after the date of first

Mixed $250/cord + delivery. 509-637-8570.

FOR SALE Toyota Scion TC, 2007. 165K miles, good condition. $4,000. 208-791-8974. MARKETPLACE

$500 OR LESS IRON BABY CRIB small antique, not safe for children, 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 STAND UP WALKER, lightly used $100 509-250-2123

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. 360-623-0342.

7-ton electric wood splitter. Works fine. $200.00 obo. 541 993 0196. Polar Fleece fabric, black and white plaid, new. 10.6 yds available. Price: $5 per yd. Pick up in Goldendale. Call 509-773-0300.

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

POLAR FLEECE FABRIC, black and white plaid, new. 10.6 yds available. Price: $6 per yd. 509-773-0300. CHIPPER/SHREDDER

This Just In....

Sheriff’s Public Notice of Sale of Real Property: . L&M Recreation, Plaintiff v. Hoodstock Ranch LLC; Mark G. Heron; Mary Kathleen Heron; Tooth Acres, LLC - Klickitat County Sheriff’s Office

• Probate Notice to Creditors: Donell Charles Schaefer - Townsend Law, PLLC

• Notice of Sale of Unclaimed Property: 99.62 bushels of Soft White Winter Wheat - Klickitat County Sheriff’s Office

Probate Notice to Creditors: Frank E. CollinsLegacy Law Group

Notice of Meeting: December 1, 2023 - Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities of Southwest Washington Summary of Ordinance: 1532 Increase Salary for Mayor - City of Goldendale

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:11/15/2023

Personal Representative: Josephine C. Townsend

Attorney for the Personal Representative: Amanda Keller

Address for Mailing or Service: Townsend Law PLLC 1920 Broadway Street Vancouver, WA 98663 (360) 694-7601 (4604, 4703, 4802)

PUBLIC NOTICE

Klickitat County Public Works Dept., Seth Scarola, 115 W Court St MS 303 Goldendale, WA 98620-8905, is seeking coverage under the Washington State Department of Ecology’s Construction Stormwater NPDES and State Waste Discharge General Permit. The proposed project Sundale/ Old Hwy 8, begins at the intersection of Old Hwy 8 and Sundale Road. The project then extends North between mile post 5.80 and 6.39 of Old Hwy 8 and South between mile post 0.00 of 3.54 of Sundale Road tying in at the end of the existing pavement, near the town of Roosevelt, in Klickitat County Washington. This project involves 44.83 acres of soil disturbance for Highway or Road construction activities.

(List all named and un-named

surface waterbodies, or ground water if Applicable).

Any persons desiring to present their views to the Washington State Department of Ecology regarding this Application, or interested in Ecology’s action on this Application, may notify Ecology in writing no later than 30 days of the last date of publication of this notice. Ecology reviews public comments and considers whether discharges from this project would cause a measurable change in receiving water quality, and, if so, whether the project is necessary and in the overriding public interest according to Tier II anti-degradation requirements under WAC 173-201A-320. Comments can be submitted to: ecyrewqianoi@ecy.wa.gov, or ATTN: Water Quality Program, Construction Stormwater Washington State Department of Ecology P.O. Box 47696 Olympia, WA 98504-7696 (4516, 4605)

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 2024 BUDGET NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Goldendale has scheduled public hearings on November 20, 2023, at 6:00 p.m., and December 4, 2023, in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 1103 S Columbus Ave, Goldendale WA. The purpose of the public hearing is to give the public an opportunity to comment on the City of Goldendale proposed water and wastewater utility charge increases. All interested parties shall have an opportuni-

ty to be heard at such time and place. Patrick Munyan City Administrator (4517, 4606)

NOTICE OF SALE OF UNCLAIMED PROPERTY THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KLICKITAT. SHERIFF’S PUBLIC NOTICE OF SALE OF UNCLAIMED PROPERTY.

Mid-Columbia Producers, a farmer -owned cooperative, Petitioner v. JK’s Paint Acres, a Washington Nonprofit corporation; Jacqueline M. Crowther, individual, Respondent. TO: Jacqueline M. Crowther, 33 Mt. View Ranch Road, Goldendale, WA 98620. The undersigned Sheriff of Klickitat County has been directed to sell the property legally described as follows to satisfy a debt in the above entitled action: Property Description: 99.62 bushels of Soft White Winter Wheat, Account No. 100709, at Centerville, County of Klickitat, State of Washington. The sale of the above described property is to take place: TIME: 10:00 A.M. DATE: December 8, 2023 PLACE: Klickitat County Courthouse. The Debtor can avoid the sale by paying the amount of $276.58, together with interest, costs and fees, before the sale date. For the exact amount, contact the Sheriff’s office at the address stated below. KLICKITAT COUNTY

SHERIFF’S OFFICE, 205 S Columbus, Room 108, Goldendale, WA 98620, 509-773-4455. (4607, 4704, 4803, 4902) IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF SPOKANE In the Matter of the Estate of FRANK E. COLLINS, Deceased. No. 23-4-02377-32

PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS The Administrator named below has been appointed as the Administrator 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 on or mailing to Administrator at the address stated below, a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the Administrator served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(3); 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: November 15, 2023

Administrator: Tyler Collins Attorney for the Administrator: Steven Wee, Esq. Address for Mailing or Service: 708 N. Argonne Road, Suite 1B Spokane Valley, WA 99212 Steven Wee, WSBA # 30620 Attorney for the Administrator (4608, 4705, 4804)

NOTICE OF MEETING

The Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities of Southwest Washington Bi-monthly Meeting of the Council of Governments Friday December 1, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. 201 NE 73rd Street, Vancouver WA 98665

Persons with a disability should call (360) 735-5721 three days before the meeting to discuss accommodation. (4609)

SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 1532

CITY OF GOLDENDALE On November 6, 2023, the City Council of the City of Goldendale, Washington passed Ordinance No. 1532. A summary of the content of said ordinance provides as follows: AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING AN INCREASED SALARY FOR THE ELECTED POSITION AS IT PERTAINS TO THE MAYOR

The full text of this ordinance is on file at City Hall and the full text of the ordinance will be mailed up request. Sandy Wells, Clerk-Treasurer (4610)

Champion 244cc 3”, only used 3 times, $475 509-7733343

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

SEWING MACHINE Kenmore, in cabinet with attachments $35 509-773-5362

PLOW BOLTS 4 boxes weighing between 5 – 8# each. $3/ box or all 4 boxes for $10 509-464-6039

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

MISC: Compressor $200, Generator $350, Metal mobile home stairs $350 509773-5598

CRAFTSMAN 22” LAWNMOWER rear bagger, very good condition, $35 509773-6744 Announcements & Notices Classified

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

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.

AL ANON FAMILY GROUPS (Support for family and friends of alcoholics) meets Mondays at noon Pathways to Recovery Riverside Community Church 317 State St. Ruth Wells Room Tuesdays at 7pm St. Mark’s 11th & Eugene Hood River

AA in WAMIC (open): Tuesdays @ 7pm, NEW LOCATION! Molly B’s @ 57740 Main St., Tygh Valley, Oregon.

FAMILY Alzheimer’s/Dementia Support Group: family members and friends caring for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia are invited to participate in our Dementia 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.

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 541386-2500 x1 or belinda.ballah@co.hood-river.or.us to be provided the link for next Zoom meeting.

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

NARCOTICS Anonymous: Goldendale United Methodist Church, 109 E Broadway,

Thursdays @ 7pm.

PARKINSON’S Support Group: 1st Thursday of every month, 10:45am-11:45am in the Deschutes Room at Waters Edge, 551 Lone Pine Blvd., 2nd Floor. For more information, please contact Chad @ 541-340-0142.

RECOVERING COUPLES

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

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

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

AL-ANON in The Dalles: The Dalles Serenity meeting every Monday at 7pm @ Gateway Presbyterian Church, 1111 Dry Hollow. For more info, call 541-296-2677.

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.

AA in MAUPIN (open), Maupin Community Church, 490 5th St., 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.

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 at The Dalles Library. For 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.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS meetings please go to gorgeaa.org.

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

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

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.

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

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

DO YOU HAVE HURTS, HABITS, HANGUPS? 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

Volunteers

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

one of our newspapers: hoodrivernews.com 541-386-1234 thedalleschronicle.com 541-296-2141 whitesalmonenterprise. com 509-493-2112

HOOD RIVER COUNTY IS HIRING: Off ice Manager - Forestry Visit: www.hoodrivercounty.gov Services; Employment

insurance, paid time off (vacation and sick leave, holidays), and more. You may be eligible for loan repayment.

PUBLISHER’S NOTICE

such preferences, limitations or discriminations. Familial state includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women & people securing custody of children under 19. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any adverting for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD tollfree at 1-800-669-9777, TTY/TDD: 1-800-927-9275.

Business/Commercial Rentals

Wanted CLASSROOM SPECIALIST

Hiring a Classroom Specialist to support the teacher and students enrolled in the Gorge Academy Day Program in White Salmon. 32.5 hours/week, school year schedule. $22.54-$27.42 hourly with health benefits and retirement. www.esd112.org/takeroot

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 training, paid days-off and up to $1800 tax-free/month, for each youth. Bonus also offered for completion of certification! Contact 541-308-2207 or visit www.nextdoorinc.org/ fosterparent to apply.

HELPING HANDS AGAINST VIOLENCE

Helping Hands Against Violence is looking for a creative and outgoing individual to lead the prevention program, increase awareness of Helping Hands services through community outreach and social media, supervise volunteer projects, and assist with shelter support as needed. We value lived experiences. We value flexibility. Bilingual (Spanish) preferred. For position description: https:// www.helpinghandsoregon. org/job-openings or email director@helpinghandsoregon.org or call 541386-4808.

LOOKING for a new job? Browse employment ads from throughout the Gorge on our classified websites: thedalleschronicle.com hoodrivernews.com whitesalmonenterprise. com DEPENDABLE CAREGIVERS Needed to assist adults w/ developmental disabilities. No experience needed. Full Time with benefits. Paid training. $19.00 per hour plus $1,000 sign-on bonus. andyb@forcci.org THE TICKET to a dream job might be a scam. Please be cautious! High-Paying Postal Jobs! No Experience Required! Don’t pay for information about

Join the Columbia Gorge News Team! CUSTOMER RETENTION SPECIALIST

Columbia Gorge News is hiring a Customer Retention Specialist for our subscriber department. Do you enjoy talking with people on the phone? Are you comfortable with computer data entry and easily learn new software? We are a quickly growing newspaper and online newspaper serving the entire Gorge area. This position will supervise current subscribers, solicit new, oversee distribution of the newspaper and occasionally deliver a missed newspaper. The ideal candidate must possess great customer service skills and be comfortable and accurate with data entry computer software, including excel. This position is part-time with flexible hours. This position can be primarily done from a home office. Call 541-386-1234 x100 or email chelseam@gorgenews.com for more information.

MECHANIC

Diamond Fruit Growers currently has an opening for a full-time Swing-Shift Mechanic for our Pre-Size Department. Will be on DayShift when we are not in production.

Competitive salary and benefits! Full-Time, Year Round Position.

Qualified Applicants should email your Resume to humanresources@diamondfruit.com.

MENTAL HEALTH CLINICIAN

NORCOR Corrections is seeking to fill the position of Mental Health Clinician. This position is full time with great benefits. Criminal record may disqualify. Must have drivers license, pass background, drug, physical and other testing as indicated by the position. Per OHA mandate, COVID vaccination required. Application & full job description available at https://www.norcor.co/ adult/jobs/ or @ NORCOR Admin. Office 201 Webber Street, The Dalles. Open until filled. 541-298-1576.

HOOD RIVER COUNTY IS HIRING:

Records & Assessment Tech I or II

Visit: www.hoodrivercounty.gov Services; Employment SPECIAL ED NURSE

Hiring two Special Ed Nurses to serve the Goldendale School District. 30-33 hrs/wk, school year schedule. $30.94/ hr LPN or $40.07/hr RN with benefits and retirement. www.esd112. org/takeroot

LIVE & WORK in JAPAN

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.

SKAMANIA COUNTY COMMUNITY HEALTH IS SEEKING A BEHAVIORAL or MENTAL HEALTH THERAPIST I, II OR III

$4,992-$7,419 per month, depending on qualifications Skamania

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Full job description and County application can be found at: https://www.skamaniacounty.org/departments-offices/ human-resources

Signed applications may be submitted as follows: Via Email: Humanresources@ co.skamania.wa.us or In Person or Via Postal: Skamania County Courthouse 240 NW Vancouver Avenue PO Box 790 Stevenson, WA 98648

Candidates who wish to deliver their applications may do so Monday through Thursday from 7:30am5:30pm. Applications will be accepted until position has been filled. Skamania County is an equal opportunity employer. Air Conditioning & Heating Business & Service Directory 4 Weeks Up to 10 Lines Print and Online Only $45

$5 per additional line. Contact your local newspaper or place your ad online using our fact and easy online entry system. hoodrivernews.com 541-386-1234 thedallechronicle.com 541-296-2141 whitesalmonenterprise. com 509-493-2112

NOTICE

Oregon Construction Contractors Law (ORS 701) requires that all businesses that advertise remodeling, repair, home improvements or new construction be registered with the Construction Contractors Board. Registration means contractors have a bond and insurance. Home

Notice to Contractors Washington State Law (RCW 18.27.100) requires that all advertisements for construction-related services include the contractor’s current Department of Labor and Industries registration number in the advertisement. Failure to obtain a certificate of registration from L & I or show the registration number in all advertising will result in a fine up to $5000 against the unregistered contractor. For more information, call Labor & Industries Specialty Compliance Services at 1-800-647-0982 or check L & I’s Internet site at www. wa.gov Cleaning WENDY’S

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Library holds appreciation reception

Fort Vancouver Regional Libraries (FVRL) recently held a reception at the Goldendale Community Library to celebrate all of the wonderful volunteers who support the library and the community. There were door prizes, raffles for other prizes and gift cards, and speeches by Friends of the Goldendale Library.

The Friends of the Goldendale Library had recently received an influx of new active members, which brought in new ideas and energy. This allowed them to revive the regular book sales as well as the popular Ice Cream Social. The group has also had the opportunity to donate a copy of the book they published, Blue Light to Pucker Huddle, an oral history of the area, to area school classrooms. Members have also helped at ongoing library programs. They also publish a members newsletter six times a

year that includes upcoming events, book reviews, updates from thelibrarian, and more.

President Kathleen Mckinney spoke at the event that the value of being a Friend goes beyond supporting literacy. There is fellowship, and deep friendships can be made. “The Friends of the Library is an important symbol to the community that the library belongs to all and it is worth working for.”

FVRL reiterates its appreciation for the Friends supporting its mission to strengthen communities through knowledge, experiences, and creativity.

The next Friends meeting is at the Goldendale Community Library today, November 15, at 5 p.m. and is open to the public. If you would like to attend virtually, email tmcleod@fvrl. org.

USDA Rural Development invests millions in Distance Learning, Telemedicine (DLT)

United States Department of Agriculture Rural Development (USDA RD) Deputy Under Secretary Farah Ahmad Friday announced that the agency is investing over $2.25 million to help rural residents gain access to educational opportunities and critical healthcare services across Washington. The five projects—which include Klickitat Valley Health in Goldendale—will make health care and dental services more affordable and accessible and will create educational opportunities for some of the state’s most remote communities.

“The administration and USDA are committed to partnering with people in rural and Tribal communities to ensure they have every opportunity to succeed—and that they can find those opportunities right in their own communities,”

Deputy Under Secretary Ahmad said. “We’re proud to partner with local leaders

and organizations throughout the Pacific Northwest to make federal funding and resources accessible to people of all backgrounds and circumstances, especially those who have been overlooked in the past. The investments we’re announcing today will keep people in rural areas connected to quality health care and education and lay the groundwork to bring high-speed internet and new opportunities to their communities.”

The investments are funded through USDA RD’s Distance Learning and Telemedicine grant program, that helps rural education and health care providers reach students and patients who would otherwise struggle to gain access to critical services.

For example:

• Klickitat County Public Hospital District No 2 will use an $86,782 grant to equip one hub site and two end-user sites throughout Klickikat County in Washington and Multanomah County in Oregon with telemedicine equipment. Medical professionals at Oregon Health Sciences University in Portland, Oregon will deliver specialized telehealth robots that will allow a remote neurologist to speak with patients and the local care team while reviewing CT and other images taken in real-time at the rural facility benefitting 2,224 individuals.

• University of Washington will use a $1 million grant to equip two hub sites and 12 enduser sites throughout Spokane, King, Asotin, Pacific, Cowlits, Kitsap, Grays Harbor and Clallam counties in Washington State and in

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Blaine, Fergus, Custer and Beaverhead counties in Montana, with stateof- the-art tele-dentistry carts specially designed for oral health care and teaching. Instructors at University of Washington School of Dentistry in Seattle and UW/Eastern Washington University School of Dentistry site in Spokane will be able to provide the ability for dental students to successfully learn while training at rural or underserved locations benefitting 89,881 individuals.

• Colville School District will use a $688,017 grant to equip five hub sites and five end-user sites throughout Stevens County in northeast Washington with telecommunications equipment. Instructors in the Colville School District in Stevens County will deliver distance learning capabilities, connect rural students, and expand telemedicine access to provide a connection to health professionals at five locations benefitting 1,662 students.

• Washington State University will use a $429,860 grant to equip three hub sites and 10 end-user sites in Whitman, Kittitas, Benton, Ferry, Grays Harbor, Island, Jefferson, Lincoln, Okanogan, Pend Oreille, Skagit, and Wahkiakum counties across Washington State with group and individualized distance learning systems. Instructors at Washington State University in Whitman and Kittitas counties, will deliver for-credit instruction, not-for-credit instruc-

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tion, webinars, and certificate program courses to 10 locations benefitting 2,088 students.

• Tri-State Memorial Hospital (now TriState Health), in Clarkston, Asotin County, will receive a $75,200 grant to equip one hub site and one end-user site throughout Asotin and Spokane counties in Southeastern Washington with telemedicine carts. Medical professionals at Providence Sacred Heart Stroke Center in Spokane County Washington will deliver neurological, cardiac and emergency department services benefitting 15,000 individuals.

“This is great news,” said Helen Price Johnson, State Director for USDA Rural Development in Washington State. “These awards will open new educational and telehealth opportunities for thousands of rural residents in rural communities across the state.” USDA Rural Development provides loans and grants to help expand economic opportunities, create jobs and improve the quality of life for millions of Americans in rural areas. This assistance supports infrastructure improvements; business development; housing; community facilities such as schools, public safety and health care; and high-speed internet access in rural, tribal and highpoverty areas. To learn more about investment resources for rural areas, visit www.rd.usda.gov/wa.

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Theholidaysarealmostuponus andthatmeansone thing:food Cooking baking eating-itsall happeningatan exponential rateoverthenextcoupleofmonths If you love to cook and/oryouarethedesignated driver inthekitchen, letthelibraryhelp you getthroughNovemberandDecember WhenIsearchedthelibraryscatalogfor cookbooks publishedin 2023 1received over150results Thisisa lot

consideringthatIlimited mysearchto oneyear-andthe yearisn’tover! Butthisisjustthetipoftheiceberg(orice cream?) becausethelibraryownsthousandsoffood-related titlesforallagesand levelsofcooks Talk abouta cookbookpalooza! Enjoythisrandomsamplingof newly publishedcookbooks andmaythe cooking(andeating) be verymerryforall

• Bold Beans:Recipes to GetYour Pulse Racing by Amelia Christie-Miller Company:The Radically CasualArt of Cookingfor Others byAmyThielen

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•“Simply Symon Suppers:Recipes and Menus for Every

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•“Vegan Fast Food: Copycat Burgers,Tacos,Fried Chicken,Milkshakes,and More!” by BrianWatson

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Hostingadvicefor aperfect holidayham

(Family Features) Bringing together loved ones with classic seasonal meals is a staple of the holiday season and few centerpieces call to mind childhood memories like a tender ham cooked to perfection A longtime hallmark of family meals during the holidays, ham can feed a crowd, complement a wide varietyof sidedishes andiseasily elevated with glazes spices and rubs of all kinds for those who want to take their hosting up a notch

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To achieve a unique taste try flavors such as pineapple, honey or ginger For a classic, delicious hamperfectfor holiday gatherings and special occasions try this Brown Sugar Honey GlazedHam Afterenjoyingasthecenterpiece of your holiday dinner it can be savored inthe days following your celebrationstohelpmakelunches and weeknight meals a breeze after abusy season

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be enjoyed ancj place in roasting pan with flat in sandwiches like a ham and cheese melt mixed in a delicious salad chopped up into an omelet for a hearty breakfast or added to macaroni and cheese for a side down Bake ham about 1 hour until heated through to internal temperature of 130 F with meat thermometer insertedintothickest part of ham In medium saucepan combine brown sugar, honey, butter, Dijon Brown Sugar Honey Glazed mustard apple cider vinegar cinnamon and cloves Cook

Ham Prep time:12minutes Cook time:90 minutes Servings:32

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• 1 cuppackedbrown sugar

• 1/2cup honey

• 1/2cup unsaltedbutter

• 1/4cupDijonmustard 2 tablespoons apple cider

Return ham to oven and bake 30-45 minutes or until glaze is bubbly and caramelized with internaltemperature of 145F

Baste ham with pan juices and glaze every 10-15 minutes while vinegar

• 1/4teaspoon groundcinnamon baking

• 1/4teaspoon groundcloves Remove from oven and let rest 10 minutes before slicing and serving Preheat ovento325F

A Perfect Cup

It’s important tohave agoodcoffee cup

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My husband, Peter, makes the coffee and has since we were married We will be celebrating nine years of marriage this spring, so you might not be surprised to hearthatInolonger rememberhowtomake coffee This is called learned helplessness in psychology circles, and it is certainly true in my case Peter makes the coffee and I drink it This seems to me like a fair division of labor And having the proper cup is essential

Iamremindedof thiseverytimeIreturnto Mexico becauseIdonot pack a coffeecup

Our little furnished apartment has a perfectly fine selection of matching white ceramic coffee cups sitting on the shelf But none of these cups is my cup And so, usually on the first day,I will head out to the market where handcrafted items are sold in search of aperfect cup

Walking through the market it is surprising how relatively few coffee cups I see I suppose most people do not have a cup sittingbesidethem all day or atleast for the first six hours of every day I dont think thisisnearlyascommoninMexico asit isin the US But still there are a lot of nice cups and,eventually,I findmy new cup

“What do you think?” I ask Peter when I triumphantly return withmy newperfect cup

Isnt that the same cup you had before? he asks Peter does not understand He drinks his coffeefromawhiteceramiccup Hedoesnot realize what a wonderful feeling it is when I findmynewcup Idonottakemynewcupfor granted for a moment I admire it as I drink my coffee My cup is usually colorful and

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Booker T. Washington

Can you imagine being born a slave? Can you imagine working all day instead of going to school? What if you were told it is illegal for you to learn how to read? What if reading could mean being beaten, sold to another owner, or even death? How would a boy who started life off as a slave become one of the most educated and influential black men in the United States? How did Booker T. Washington end up having dinner at the White House and become an advisor to more than just one President?

Would you walk 500 miles to go to school? Booker did. He heard about a school named the Hampton Institute. It was a school like a college for young black men. The superintendent at the school was General Armstrong. When Booker got there all he had in his pocket was 50 cents. He worked hard and graduated. General Armstrong liked Booker, so he gave him a job at Hampton. When Booker was 25 years old, the general was given $2,000.00 to build a new school to train black teachers. The general chose Booker to go build the school in Tuskegee, Alabama.

Booker Taliaferro Washington was born on a tobacco farm owned by James and Elizabeth Burroughs in Virginia. He and his mother were slaves. When he was old enough, he was given a job carrying grain to the mill, and he would pass the school. He wished more than anything that he could go to school and learn. After the Civil War, slaves were emancipated. That means they were set free. His family moved and he had to go to work at a salt mine to help make money. His mom bought him a book and he taught himself letters and how to read. She agreed to let him go to school but he had to labor in the mines first then go to school after work.

Booker agreed and moved. All he found when he got there was 30 students and no land or building. So for the first year he taught class at a church. The church gave him land. He would teach the students, then he and his students made bricks, and in one year they had built the first building. Not only did Booker T. Washington go to school, but he was now teaching other black men and women how to be teachers! Tuskegee Institute began small but it is now a big university. Booker was the principal there from 1881-1915. When he died in 1915, he was buried at the Institute.

It bothered Booker that racism kept black children from going to school. They weren’t allowed to go to school with white children. He became friends with some very important people while trying to get them to donate money to help build schools.

President Theodore Roosevelt liked Booker and invited him to the White House for dinner. Booker was the first black man to eat dinner with the President of the United States. Some people were very mad about this because of racism and both Booker and the President had threats made against them.

later. His partner continued building Booker’s dream. These schools were known as Rosenwald schools and some are still standing.

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Timberwolves earn 7th place trophy at State Volleyball

The Timberwolves Volleyball team had an exciting end to their season, winning 3 of 4 matches at the WIAA State Tournament in Yakima last week. With the quick exit memory from last year’s tournament still lingering, the Timberwolves battled a first-round loss and fought back with three straight wins to earn 7th place.

After an exciting escort out of town, which included police and fire truck sirens and parents and fans cheering along the way, the girls headed for Yakima with a trophy on their minds.

The Timberwolves were seeded 4th, so much expectation was in the air. Liberty HS (Spangle) was the first opponent for GHS. The Lancers big hitters came out tough, and the Timberwolves had a hard time digging their attacks. Goldendale dropped the first set 13-25, fought back in the second to take a 24-23 lead, only to lose 24-26. The fight

continued, but the Lancers prevailed in the third 25-18 to take the match. Wednesday afternoon came quickly, giving The Timberwolves only three hours to grab some lunch and prepare for their next contest. A match with Coupeville brought the Timberwolves back to the court, and they responded well, winning in four sets. Brook Blain and Taryn Rising combined for 35 kills and Lydia Hanning added 8. Maggie Gutierrez handed out 41 assists and 3 aces. Emily Tindall served up 5 aces and had 10 digs, while Brylee Mulrony and Rising added 10 digs each. Lexi Molnar added 3 aces and 5 digs with 18-19 serving. Ada Garner added 6 kills. Goldendale played smart Volleyball serving weak spots in the Coupeville lineup and found the floor several times with well-placed kills and tips. Set scores were 25-22, 25-13, 19-25 and 25-13.

An 8 o’clock call on Thursday morning to play EWAC adversary Warden was next for the Timberwolves. The girls had beaten the tough Warden team the week before for their state berth, so they were familiar with the Cougars and their tall middle hitters. GHS served tough to keep the Warden hitters from many attacks and won the first set 25-17. The Cougars showed some fight, charging back in the second set taking it 25-23. The Timberwolf response in the third was phenomenal with a 25-8 stomping of the team in blue. The fourth set was a little tighter with the Timberwolves pulling away to win 25-19 and secure themselves a place in the trophy round. Rising and Blain continued to pound the ball with 20 and 16 kills respectively. Hanning added 9 and Garner 7. Gutierrez dished out 44 assists and nine digs in a solid performance. Tindall anchored the defense

with 19 digs and 29 perfect serve receive passes. Mulrony served 30-30 with 5 aces and added 8 digs. Molnar added 3 more aces and 8 digs, while Garner added 6 PP and 8 digs. Another EWAC opponent, WWVA became the final challenge for the Timberwolves. The tall, athletic team from Walla Walla brought strong hitting and blocking to the match. GHS also had strong hitting and blocking, so much of the difference came down to tough serving and passing, in which the Timberwolves showed more prowess. Goldendale took set one 25-22, dropped the second 26-28 and prevailed in the 3rd and 4th with scores of 25-19 and 25-18. It was fitting that senior Blain had her highest match stuff block total of the season with 8 and senior Rising put the last ball down to end the season. Goldendale earned the 7th place trophy, much to the delight of the loud and

proud hometown Goldendale fans!

The girl’s response to adversity and momentum swings throughout the tournament was excellent and showed how much they grew together as a team and embraced the teams mantra of “handle hard better”!

The team served an amazing 96% for the tournament with 40 aces, a great accomplishment. Blain broke the school stuff block record (242) in the match versus Liberty, surpassing 2022 GHS Graduate Sara Hiebert. Blain ends her career with 256 stuff blocks. Rising surpassed 1,000 career kills, another outstanding achievement. Rising finishes with 1,019 kills for her career, placing her second to assistant coach Ocean Barrett, who garnered 1,092 in her time at GHS. Lexi Molnar earned her way into the top 10 for aces in a career on the GHS All-Time Stat

List. The team finished the season 22-2, one of the best overall finishes in school history. Coach Bellamy ended her career with a lifetime of great memories and successes over 21 seasons with the Timberwolves VB program. EWAC All League Honors week handed out on Tuesday. Rising was voted the Player of the Year and 1st Team All-League. Blain and Tindall also earned 1st Team honors. Hanning, Garner and Gutierrez all earned Second Team, while Molnar was nabbed for Honorable Mention. Team members include: seniors Lexi Molnar, Brook Blain and Taryn Rising, juniors Ada Garner, Emily Tindall, Brylee Mulrony and Lydia Hanning, Sophomores Vanessa Green, Tessa Larcome, Maggie Gutierrez, Greta Gilliam and Ella Riley, and freshman Dilynn Herrington. —Jodi Bellamy

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