Goldendale Sentinel February 8, 2023

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Goldendale, Washington WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2023 Vol. 144 No. 6 $1.00

City allocates lodging tax funds for 2023

RODGER NICHOLS FOR THE SENTINEL

City, Chamber, and GMA dealings with lodging tax money

MARZELES EDITOR

After two heated verbal attacks on the Goldendale Chamber of Commerce by Dennis Schroder at Goldendale city council meetings in January, the Chamber addressed many of his comments.

The Sentinel reported on its rebuttal last week.

Schroder is not a city resident but has been involved in financial requests to the City.

Among other things, Schroder complained that the Chamber was sloppy about how it requested and used its lodging tax funding from the City of Goldendale.

Those funds, drawn from taxes paid at area hotels and motels across the state, are distributed each year by the state to counties and municipalities for them to appropriate to organizations specifically to increase tourism in the area. Because many groups request a slice of that pie, the City has to determine how much of its disbursements will go to each group, which in turn is based on the amounts each group requests; the request is not always what they actually receive. (Read the city council story on this page to see what organizations received funding for 2023.)

Schroder said the Chamber too often requested more money than it ended up using each year, meaning other groups—such as the Goldendale Motorsports Association (GMA), with which Schroder was centrally involved for many years—would be allocated portions that remained after the Chamber and other

groups were given their slices. Because the funds are allocated this way, most of a year could go by, and then it would be discovered that more funds for other groups could have been allocated if the City had known the Chamber (or any other group) was not going to use all its allotted funds. According to Schroder, the Chamber ended up costing other groups (especially GMA, Schroder complained) by “reserving” money it didn’t fully use.

The Sentinel spoke with Goldendale City Administrator Pat Munyan, since Schroder’s remarks chiefly had to do with how the Chamber was using the City’s lodging tax funds, intended to be spent on events that would draw tourism to Goldendale. Much of what the Chamber does is focused on that goal, which is why it routinely applies for, and is granted, a portion of those funds.

“The City has an agreement for tours and promotion services with the Greater Goldendale Area Chamber of Commerce,” Munyan said. “I get that Mr. Schroeder feels that the Chamber is treated differently, and I guess to a certain extent they may be treated differently. But they’re a broader service organization, other than a one-time event putting on a car show. The nature of what they do is very different.”

The lodging tax money, Munyan was pointing out, is chiefly intended to fund specific events, not supply an organization with operating capital, though in the case of the Chamber, its scope of activities related to tourism attraction is much broader than typical of most groups.

“The Chamber has these agreements that have an appendix, a statement of work that just talks about general services like printing material, tourism, wifi, building operation, web-based marketing support, that type of thing,” Munyan says. “It’s just part of the function of a Chamber. What they were doing was taking whatever they were awarded per month and dividing that by 12, and then invoicing the city for those services.” That means the Chamber was not simply handed the whole sum of lodging tax money it was allocated at one time; it was required to spend money on a function or event, then submit receipts for its expenditures for reimbursement from the City’s allocated funds. Munyan says the City has asked the Chamber to break down its expenditures more fully in recent years.

Munyan believes some of Schroder’s points don’t really hold water. “He has a right to his opinion,” Munyan says, “and I respect that. But I don’t understand why he’s bringing us up continuously.” Schroder has a fairly long history of reproaching the City and making multitudinous public records requests to it. “He came in and complained, and the City listened to him and said, ‘Okay, we’re going to require a more itemized bill from the Chamber.’ And they’ve been doing that.”

In his last public comments at a city council meeting, Schroder made a thinly veiled claim that the City was covering its tracks by posting misleading or delib-

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The Goldendale City Council covered a lot of ground in a busy session Monday. It began with a unique presentation by five members of the Goldendale Middle School chapter of the Future Farmers of America. They presented a panel discussion podcast in which each FFA member played a stakeholder in the growing trend for electric vehicles, now reaching the agricultural sector. Last names were not listed on the program, but we can report that Madison played the part of narrator and host, Emma was a representative for the mythical Monarch Tractor Company, Jordan took the role of a U.S. Department of Agriculture representative, Sierra played a Goldendale farmer, and Jack was a local farm mechanic. Their discussion of the advantages and disadvantages of converting to electric tractors was well received by the council, which complimented them on tackling a very real controversial subject.

Mindy Jackson of the Chamber of Commerce and local artist Felicia Gray presented a video promoting Goldendale as a destination and unveiled the idea of a place where tourists could pose in front of a background showing the word “Goldendale” with imag-

es inside the letters’ outlines depicting various local attractions. They also noted there would be a public meeting on the “Art at the Heart” project Thursday the 9th at 6 p.m. at the Goldendale Grange.

Mayor Mike Canon read a proclamation declaring February Red Cross Month, and councilors approved several other items, including:

• A Washington State Department of Commerce federal grant in the amount of $1,036,800 to build and operate a small business incubator center in the Goldendale Industrial Park.

• A $45,020.35 agreement for 911 and dispatch services for 2023 from Klickitat County Emergency Management.

• A $61,849 consulting engineer and survey agreement with Pioneer Surveying and Engineering of Goldendale.

• A two-year agreement for storage and office space at City Hall with Central Klickitat Conservation District. City Administrator Pat Munyan advocated it as a rentfree agreement, saying, “I think it’s very important that government agencies, instead of trying to bill each other for every little thing all the time, try to work together.”

And finally, councilors awarded $86,700 in tourism funds, short of

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The Washington State Department of Commerce was awarded a $9 million grant last week from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) that will provide new housing for people experiencing homelessness in Klickitat, Island, Mason, Skamania, Thurston, Whatcom, and Yakima counties. Funds will be used over the next three years for a variety of supports including temporary rent assistance, project operations, and supportive services for emergency housing assistance, as well as permanent housing solutions.

“Availability of rapid housing and supportive services is critical to bringing people inside today and preventing homelessness over the long term. This funding from HUD will immediately help to expand the work our service providers are able to

Rep. Gina Mosbrucker, R-Goldendale, wants to make sure companies don’t profit at the expense of sexual assault survivors in Washington state. The 14th District lawmaker has introduced legislation that would ban the sale of do-it-yourself (DYI) rape kits.

“In recent years, several companies have sought to profit by selling over-the-counter, do-ityourself ‘evidence collection’

do in communities all over the state,” said Gov. Jay Inslee.

“Washington is known for innovation and collaboration in addressing our greatest challenges, and homelessness is no different,” said Commerce Director Lisa Brown. “We are grateful to HUD for recognizing our successful approaches and partnerships that are making a difference. Homelessness is not just an urban problem, and this funding will be important to expanding some of those efforts in our rural communities.”

Klickitat County will see some of those funds via the Washington Gorge Action Program (WAGAP), which will receive $809,603 to expand services through a new program providing emergency housing vouchers and temporary rental assistance for approximately 28 households

WAGAP gets major piece of federal grant Mosbrucker bill would ban DIY rape kits

kits. Makers of these kits have marketed them as an alternative option to sexual assault kits conducted in a hospital setting by a trained professional. However, these do-it-yourself kits are not admissible in any Washington court,” said Mosbrucker, ranking member of the House Community Safety, Justice and Reentry Committee. “There is simply no replacement for legitimate rape kits that are done at a hospital

at a time. Funds will pay for leasing and supportive services costs.

Commerce collaborated with local homeless service providers and investment partners to identify projects and apply for a share of the $315 million HUD awarded through the Continuum of Care Program (CofC). This funding targets unsheltered homelessness in the country’s rural communities. HUD awarded grants based on need, past performance, current capacity, leveraging other community resources (such as housing and health care), and state plans for using this and other fund sources to end homelessness.

In addition to the $9 million grant that must be spent over the next three years, more than $3 million is eligible for renewal annually after that.

by a medically-trained forensic professional or Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner.”

After Leda Health Corporation of Brooklyn, New York marketed the kits to a University of Washington sorority, Washington State Attorney General Bob Ferguson issued a “cease and desist notification” in October 2022. The notification ordered the company to stop advertising,

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Thursday.

Newhouse moves to counter Chinese land grabs

Last Thursday, Rep. Dan Newhouse (R-WA) led his House colleagues in the introduction of the Prohibition of Agricultural Land for the People’s Republic of China Act. This legislation would prohibit the purchase of public or private agricultural land in the United States by foreign nationals associated with the Government of the People’s Republic of China.

“The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is a threat to American democracy. The United States is engaged in a great power struggle with the CCP, and we must respond with tough policies that will protect our farmland and food supply chain, said Rep. Newhouse. “We should be taking every action we can to strengthen our domestic production while preventing our nation’s strongest adversaries from having an advantage over our supply chain. I am proud to introduce this legislation alongside many of my House colleagues to keep the CCP from

gaining a foothold from within our own borders.”

“The CCP’s agenda to dramatically increase its ownership of American agricultural land is an immediate concern and one we will deal with directly on the Select Committee on China,” said Rep. Dusty Johnson. “We cannot allow our adversary to have control over our food supply and supply chain. This is a national security threat that cannot be ignored, and I am grateful for Rep. Newhouse’s leadership on this issue.”

“We cannot allow the Chinese Communist Party to buy U.S. farms and jeopardize the food supply Michigan families rely on,” said Rep. Moolenaar. “This legislation protects our country and stands up to the CCP’s efforts to expand its influence over America.”

“Agriculture is Eastern Washington’s number one industry. We

NAOMI JAMES

SHAVE AND A HAIRCUT: Road crews were out trimming trees near the Goldendale Golf Course

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Klickitat county resident re-elected vice chair of the Washington State Republican Party

Son of local couple receives advancement

Joshua A. Shirley, son of Jim and Peggy Woodard and the late Dan Shirley and a 2004 graduate of Goldendale High School, was advanced to U.S. Coast Guard Chief Aviation Maintenance Technician in a ceremony on February 1. The event occurred in an All Hands ceremony at the U.S. Coast Guard Air Station, Miami. Shirley joined the Coast Guard in January 2006.

On January 21st, the Washington State Republican Party (WSRP) re-elected Lisa Evans of White Salmon, Washington, as the Vice-Chairwoman. Lisa won the vacated seat in a special election last January and ran unopposed at this year’s bi-annual reorganization meeting for a full 2-year term.

Lisa Evans commented “I was extremely humbled and honored to be nominated to continue serving as the vice chair of the WSRP. This past year was extremely interesting; I had opportunities across every county in the

state to meet and speak with leadership and candidates. I am enthusiastic to continue the plans and accelerate the momentum that the Statelevel leadership has been developing. It is vital that smaller counties like Klickitat County are having a bigger voice at the table to represent views outside of Seattle. I continue to  appreciate the support and exchange of ideas that I receive locally.”

Lisa currently serves as the Chairwoman of the Klickitat County Republicans and will continue to serve in that role alongside her role as Vice-Chair of the state party.

After Basic Training in Cape May, New Jersey, Joshua served for a little over two years in the Presidential Honor Guard under the George W. Bush administration. He then went to San Diego, California, for three months for initial aviation training, and from there, he traveled to Elizabeth City, North Carolina, to attend A-School to become an Aviation Maintenance Technician. He worked his way up the ranks in Mobile, Alabama, Corpus Christi, Texas, and Miami, Florida to achieve this latest advance-

ment, while working on Coast Guard surveillance and search and rescue planes. Joshua has flown almost 2,000 hours on numerous surveillance, rescue, training, and interdiction missions in the Gulf of Mexico, as well as performing his regular aviation maintenance technician duties. He has earned multiple certifications throughout his career, and in Miami alone he has completed 50 instructional fl ights.

Chief Shirley, his wife, Timmany, a Coast Guard veteran and micro-biologist, and their seven-year-old son, Timothy, will be receiving the location of Joshua’s next assignment shortly and will be moving from the Miami area in June. After a bit of time off to travel and see family, Joshua will be continuing his duties at his new duty station as Chief and working towards the next level of rank.

—Peggy

Woodard

C MAJOR MILESTONE: Joshua Shirley, a graduate of Goldendale High School, was advanced to Chief Aviation Maintenance Technician on February 1. His family joined him for the big day: left to right, Timothy, Timmany, Joshua, and mom Peggy Woodard.

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RETURNING TO POSITION: Washington State Republican Party (WSRP) Vice-Chairwoman Lisa Evans takes a moment to celebrate her re-election with WSRP Chairman Caleb Heimlich at the January meeting in Moses Lake.

G OLDENDALE ’ S A TTIC

Answer to last week´s Mystery Picture

This week’s Goldendale’s Attic Mystery Picture

Maybe these people were hired as testers of “Hello” badges, since they’re all wearing one. What happened to just saying “Hello”? Now you have to have a sticky badge on your clothes

to say it? Wouldn’t it be nice if you could read the names on those badges? Maybe you can; we have a magnifying glass here at The Sentinel . But who are these people? What was the occasion? Where was

February 2, 1882 – 141 Years Ago

As there is a Highland post office in Oregon, it was decided by the postal department in Washington to change the name of our Klickitat Highland, so they settled on the euphonious and complimentary name of “Wildcat,” over which the Highlanders got their backs up and insisted on having a better name or none at all. So, the postal authorities repented, and the name of the child is to be Hartland. The postmaster has executed a new bond to the effect, and the public will govern themselves accordingly.

February 2, 1893 – 130 Years Ago

Bert Current and Loren Chapman were out hunting the fi rst of the week when up near the cemetery they were met by several ugly dogs, one of whom made a rush at them. Two charges of lead stopped the canine and ended his career. They claim there are a large number of wild dogs in the timber.

February 9, 1933 – 90 Years Ago

Forty-six Goldendale residents submitted bids for the job of janitor in the county courthouse. The previous incumbent had been paid $100 per month but had let it be known he thought the job should be done for less. Bids ranged from a high of $85 to a low of $35, and the list of bidders read like a “who’s who” in Goldendale

February 9, 1933 – 90 Years Ago

“My daughter Emma was born February 3, 1873, and was the fi rst white child born within Goldendale, W.T.,” said Emma J. Royal. “When I married the Rev. J.H.B. Royal, on July 23, 1863, we moved up to Claquato, in Lewis County, Washington. In 1871 we moved to where Goldendale was later built. We built the fi rst house in Goldendale. The winter of 1871 was very cold. The snow fell and crusted over, and the next two snowfalls also crusted over. The snow was deep, and this triple crust of snow cut the horses legs so badly that we had no mail for six weeks. We had no milk during the time, and we lived on frozen beef, bread, and dried apples. In those days you couldn’t buy canned fruit or other canned things as you can today. After two years my husband was assigned to Clear Creek church, on the Molalla.”

February 8, 1973 – 50 Years Ago

Ownership of the City Center and King motels in Goldendale was transferred from George Klein to Mr. and Mrs. Walter Folden, formerly from Prosser. The Foldens will manage the City Center, and Margaret Miller will continue to manage the King.

February 3, 1983 – 40 Years Ago

Special honors were bestowed on long-time town team basketballer Tony Sarsfield during halftime of the high schools contest with Carroll. Sarsfield, who plays for the Oasis Café town team, was met at courtside by his teammates who wished to make special tribute to their loyal and very active 50-year-old round baller. Presented to him Friday night was a basketball which each team member will sign and a T-shirt suitably inscribed, “Fifty years of basketball would bow your legs, too.” Members of the Oasis town team are Ron Rowe, Terry Linden, Ted Wilkins, Mel Brink, Jerry Walker, Don Hanks, Jim Hill, Tony Sarsfield, and Karl Amidon

—Richard Lefever Klickitat County Historical Society

Points to ponder:

I just made my hamster a strong cup of coffee. I don’t want him falling asleep at the wheel.

I tried to get in touch with my inner child, but he’s not allowed to talk with strangers.

this taken? Darned if we know. All we know about this picture is that it ran in The Sentinel sometime, lost in the annals of yesteryear. If you know anything about it, please drop us an email (info@golden-

dalesentinel.com), or give us a call (509-773-3777), or drop in at the office—and remember, you’re welcome to come in and take a look at the original photograph.

We’ve colorized this picture from last week. With only one guess as to a name, but a decent indication as to the year (1959 was listed on the banner), this picture was easily found in The Sentinel’s archives with a publication date of July 2, 1959. See the accompanying story on this page. The caption under the picture read:

CELEBRATING IN THE

RAIN - Damp weather failed to dampen the enthusiasm at the Golden clan reunion Sunday at Brooks Park. Pictured here are the surviving grandchildren of John Golden, founder of Goldendale, and the lone surviving daughter of the couple,

Bringing Goldendale back to its roots

From The Sentinel, July 2, 1959 – “Drizzle Fails to Halt Picnic: 165 Persons

Attend Reunion of John Golden Descendants”:

A centennial date of significance to Goldendale was observed at Brooks Memorial Park Sunday, with the reunion of the descendants of the Golden and Parrott families, early pioneers.

The picnic and reunion specifically marked the 100th anniversary of the marriage of John J. and Jane Parrott Golden in Polk County, Oregon Territory on May 17, 1859.

On July 9 that year, the newlyweds, and the bride’s parents, Lewis and Amy Long Parrott and their six children, and two other families came to Klickitat county to settle.

In 1872, to establish a settlement on the old wagon train road from The Dalles to the Yakima valley, Golden platted the townsite of Goldendale.

At the Sunday gathering, five generations of descendants were present, including 17 of the 19 surviving grandchildren of the Goldens. The oldest and “Queen of the Picnic” was Louella Ponting, 82, of Portland, sole surviving daughter of the Goldens. The youngest were babes in arms. Others came from all over the Northwest, 165 in all.

A cake commemorating the wedding of the Goldens graced the head table. Other tables fanned out from the central setting, as the family sat down to

Points to ponder:

The nice thing about living in a small town is that when I don’t know what I’m doing, someone else does.

“How late does the band play?”

“About half a beat behind the drummer.”

Optometrist: “Read the bottom line.”

Patient: “Copyright 2007. Made in China.”

To err is human. To arrh is pirate.

There is no rest for the wary.

lunch. A light rain failed to dampen the enthusiasm of the celebrants, as happy reunions and visiting extended into the late afternoon. Large portraits of John and Jane Golden fl anked the main table.

Booklets Distributed

Copies of a 60-page mimeographed booklet, detailing the history of the Golden and Parrott families, were distributed to the family members at the picnic. The study, drawn from historical records, was written by Jessie Barnes McClure of Portland, the daughter of C. O. and Mary E Barnes. She is one of the Goldens’ grandchildren. Mrs. McClure arranged the reunion, along with DeWitt Barnes of Portland, another of the grandchildren.

John Golden passed away in October, 1906, with Attorney Nelson Brooks giving the funeral oration at the Methodist church in Goldendale. Mrs. Golden, who shared her husband’s tasks and hardships in the early days in the county, died in 1922 at the age of 76. Both are interred in the Odd Fellows cemetery, Goldendale.

In the afternoon, the party had a singspiration, led by Dorothy Blakney and Clay Barnes, with organ accompaniment. The singers took refuge under the trees to escape the rain.

Queen Louella was crowned by Joan Shelton, granddaughter of Howard Barnes, and Ormand

Hildebrand, grandson of Lois Barnett Miller.

A collection was taken up for a monument to John and Jane Golden in a park in Olympia.

An earlier Sentinel story, from the week prior to the story above, noted Mr. Golden’s gift of lots to, not only schools and churches, but to individuals and businesses as well.

“When Goldendale was platted, citizens were so few Mr. Golden was obligated to hire the service of a surveyor of The Dalles.

Mr. Golden gave to all who would build on them the most valuable lots in the original plat. He was the backbone of Goldendale. Churches and schools were started by his generosity. He not only donated land, but lumber from his mill and his own labor for both

churches and schools. He gave property for the first jail and contributed cash and helped build it. He was Goldendale’s first postmaster and served on the first town council.”

When John Golden died in 1906 Mayor Allen C. Bonebrake issued a proclamation that all places of business be closed during the funeral service. Nelson Brooks, an attorney, and close friend of the Goldens stated in his eulogy

“John Golden was from the beginning the backbone of this active city, always extending a friendly hand to everything that would add to the welfare of the community. Goldendale has been exceedingly fortunate in possessing a liberal, farsighted founder.”

Louella Ponting of Portland, seventh from the left. Others, left to right: Owen Barnett, Ira Barnett, Wasco, Ore.; Jessie McClure, Portland; Norman Love, Newberg, Ore.; Florence Bryant, DeWitt Barnes, Portland; Dorothy Blakney, Brimerton; Florence Turner, Portland; Clay Barnes, Eugene, Ore.; Pat Shannon, Portland; Clare Coffield, Estacada, Ore.; Wendell Barnes, Eugene; Cordelia White, Beaverton, Ore.; Marguerite Stahl, Portland; Clark Richards, Eugene; Marie Cooper, Portland. Grandchildren not shown are Lois Miller, Hood River; and John and Corwin Barnett, Portland.

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Board to address update to directors map

School boards were created by the Washington State Legislature to set direction and policy, oversee operations, and to adopt and monitor the district budget. Boards do this work in a collaborative manner, researching topics, listening to perspectives, and determining actions. School board members are elected from areas within specific boundaries to ensure that the board represents the varied perspectives of the District. Some school districts opt to have “at large” directors rather than selecting from a specific area within the district boundaries. At this time, the GSD board feels that maintaining the five director areas is appropriate in order to fulfill the board’s purpose.

Ellen Perconti

A map of current director areas can be found on the Klickitat County Elections website under the ‘Maps” tab. These boundaries were established in 2011 and were based on the 2010 census data.

The overall Goldendale School District area grew by 575 people from 2010 to 2020. This change in population created unequal director areas and means that reconfiguring the director areas is necessary to even out the areas of representation. Based on the information the District was provided, the imbalance to the Director areas is seen most in Director areas 4 and 2, with Director area 4 having the most significant increase in population. Director area 4 currently encompasses the northeast through southeast section of the district boundaries. Director area 2 is the center portion of Goldendale.

Goldendale Board of Directors has engaged Sammamish Data Systems to review the Board Director area boundaries based on the 2020 census data. There are some basic requirements to drawing the director areas. The areas must be as equal as possible in population and be contiguous geographical blocks. The proposed new boundaries can be viewed on the Goldendale School District website by going to “About us-School Board.”

The board will consider a resolution to redraw the director area boundaries at their February 21 meeting. The meeting is at 7 p.m. in the Goldendale High School Cafeteria. Prior to taking action on the proposed boundaries, the board will take public comment regarding the changes.

Here is a link to director area boundaries information: www.goldendaleschools.org/Page/303.

Burn-out has got to go

The Festival of Wheels gave it another try this year. It seems the attendance has dwindled to much lower levels than when the event was new, 10 years ago. There are a lot of competing car shows this time of year, so it doesn’t surprise me .

This year Goldendale Motorsports Association and ABATE brought back the burn-out, which was tried several times in the past with questionable benefits to the town. This year someone had the brilliant idea to use the old skateboard park as a place to stage the return of the burnout. It was held on the concrete slab, a tempting medium for anyone inclined to bum rubber. Rednecks of many degrees, punk kids or maybe the little old lady from Pasadena.

I personally was left with a bad taste in my mouth and lungs. Even though I made it a point to stay away from the burn-out and was at my home where I thought I would escape the noise and smoke, when the toxic cloud rose from the park and drifted over the Little Klickitat River Park (the swimming pool) on to the kids and families at the pool and on to me while I was sitting on my property. We were contaminated by the toxins in the smoke, and my eyes and throat were imitated, and my lungs filled with carbon monoxide and other cancer causing toxic compounds for three hours.

I think the city of Goldendale needs to rethink supporting burnouts in our park. Next year don’t issue a permit to

any group that wants to burn-out. There are places in the county where it could be held, just not in the city please. I hate toxic smoke, and you should too.

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.

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 con-

tacted 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

Letters from the community

Read it all

In regard to Joshua Van Horn’s recent letter, I would encourage him to read the following chapter and verses: Romans Chapter 1

1 Corinthians 6:9

1 Timothy 1:8-10 Matthew 7:21 Leviticus 18:22

We must read the entire counsel of God’s Word and not simply disregard God’s warnings to unrepentant sinners. God has given us free will

Guidelines for Letters

to choose. If we truly love the Lord, we want to please Him and be obedient to His Word. May God open your eyes, Joshua, to the wonderful truths of His Word.

Lynn Harper Kelso

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Requests to keep letters exactly as they were written when published cannot be honored. All letters are subject to editing for grammar, spelling, clarity, and/or brevity. There is a suggested length limit of about 300 words, though more may be allowed if there are fewer letters.

Unsigned letters (including anonymity requests), letters with fictitious signatures, letters with multiple signatures, or letters to public officials are not accepted.

Please keep the tone of letters free of rants, wild speculation, unsubstantiated claims, or pointedly personal comments. Letters that go overboard in these directions may be refused publication.

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A memorable week

This has been a really good week for Glenwood senior Allison McFall. Ally, daughter of Sara and Adam, was recently notified that she has been selected to receive Washington State University’s largest scholarship that is awarded to incoming freshmen in the fall. The Distinguished Regents Scholar recipients will receive full tuition and mandatory fees for up to 18 credits per semester for four years. This year, WSU awarded this prestigious award to only 11 students in the state. In addition to her academic success in school, Ally has participated in volleyball, basketball, and track during her high school years and is a junior member of the Glenwood Volunteer Fire Department. Glenwood School and all of us who know and love Ally are so proud of her academic achievements inside the classroom and her civic contributions to her school and community. Congratulations on this very impressive, well-deserved award, Ally.

Ally’s great week continued as she, Alise Gimlin, Tiana Jackson, and Landon Sanchey were honored as Glenwood seniors playing their last home game of their high school careers on Saturday, February 4. The

senior speeches were all heart-warming, and there were a few tears in the audience, for sure. The gym was packed for the Klickwood games with Trout Lake, and the rafters were rocking all night. Our Klickwood girls played hard, got knocked around a lot but never gave up in a tough loss to the Trout Lake girls team. This loss comes after a great win at Lyle the night before. The big news from Friday night is that senior Alise Gimlin set a new Glenwood school record of 7 three-pointers in one game. Way to go, Alise.

The boys game kept us all on the edge of our seats the entire four quarters.

Klickwood and Trout Lake exchanged the lead or were tied throughout the entire game until Klickwood was able to pull ahead in the last minutes and collect their first conference win of the season with a score of 59-55 over Trout Lake.

I’m not exaggerating when I say that gym was shaking, and I thought my ear drums might burst—the cheers of the combined Klickwood and Trout Lake fans was so loud. I have to admit, as evidenced by my croaky voice after the game, I cheered as loudly as anyone else there. Wow, what an exciting game. I want to give a shout-out to Glenwood’s outstanding

cheer squad, Grace Griffin, Giana Jackson, Hazel Fujita, Kerryna Thompson, and their Cheer Coach Rachel Throop. They exemplified the great school spirit that fills our school and our community. And another shoutout to Emma Patterson for getting the wave going with two minutes left in the boys game. It was fun and exciting to see that wave rolling through the bleachers.

The night was made extra special for Klickwood team captain Landon Sanchey as he was not only celebrated as one of Glenwood seniors but crowned as homecoming king during the coronation that night. Senior Tiana Jackson, looking stunning in a beautiful white dress, was crowned queen. Rounding out the court were princesses Emily Molyneaux, Isabella Bensel, and Paityn Henderson and Prince Kyler Henderson. Adorable little junior princesses McKenzie Feller, Della Fujita, Sophia Bensel, and Anita Patterson served as princess tiara bearers and did their jobs very well.

As if that night wasn’t already such a great night, it was heartwarming to see the Glenwood Homemakers recognized for creating all

the banners that hang in the gym. The project was started by Sylvia Holly in 1982 and continued all these years by Margaret Throop and Kay Carr. Margaret recently completed the last four banners needed and they are now on display on the gym wall. Making those banners is time-consuming and takes a lot of effort. Thank you, Margaret, Kay, Sylvia, and all the Glenwood Homemakers for all you do for our school and community. The Public School Employees Association members ran concessions for the night, and the lines were long for the delicious hamburgers and all other foods, including maple bars. It was a lot of hard work, but many family members, including grandkids, assisted the PSE members. Proceeds from their work go toward an annual scholarship for a graduating Glenwood High School senior. Capping off the great night was a bonfire after the games, hosted by the cheerleaders, where hot cocoa and cookies were served. Our Glenwood students had a pretty clever idea. This year the middle school students collected Christmas trees after the holidays

Bridge to be closed

There’s an exciting opportunity available for Lyle Community Schools students interested in exploring a career in emergency medical services or firefighting. The Lyle Fire & Rescue District No. 4 has created a cadet program that will allow students who participate to earn Career and Technical Education (CTE) credits while gaining in-demand, real-world skills. The program provides a realistic introduction to fire and medical services careers, including wildland firefighting and rescue training. After turning 18, cadets will be invited to apply to Lyle Fire & Rescue District No. 4 as regular volunteer firefighters and finish their training to become state-certified as a NFPA Firefighter I. They can also enroll in the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program. These skills can translate to part-time or full-time jobs in fire and emergency services.

Anyone interested in learning about the Cadet Program, email liaison@lylefire.com or contact any member of the department or call the Lyle Fire nonemergency line at (541) 365-2500.

This is pretty bad news for many of our residents who have had to rely on this medical center in their hours of need, but CCC NEWS just announced, “Cancer patients receiving chemotherapy and immunotherapy at MidColumbia Medical Center will soon be facing an arduous drive to continue their care as The Celilo Center in The Dalles will cease Oncology after February 28, 2023.” It is a sad situation to those who hate traveling the Gorge, especially during winter months.

It’s a little early warning, but it’s better than not getting one at all, right? The Hood River-White Salmon Interstate Bridge will be closed to all traffic for four consecutive days, beginning at 12:01 a.m. the morning of Friday, May 19, through 11:59 p.m. the night of

May 22. During this 96-hour period, crews from Hamilton Construction will remove and replace and adjust the tension in the wire ropes that support the counterweights. The work will include adjustment of the counterweight ropes. The work is not weather dependent and will be underway continuously round the clock during the entire closure.

And now the other bridge: a message from Liz Clark, one of our Dallesport neighbors, says, “With the recent questions I have seen regarding [The Dalles] bridge closure, I reached out again to Kacey Davy, Public Spokesperson for ODOT. Here is what she confirmed for me: “We plan to be finished with weekend closures by the end of the month (February). I updated the website as well. We will need two weekends in April with nighttime-only closures. I will put those dates on the web as soon as I know when they are.” Just to reassure everyone, an end is near!

Jennifer Wykstra is a local yoga teacher and has held classes in High Prairie for several years before forced to quit when Covid hit. She would like input about starting a yoga class in Lyle. Her questions are simple: would you be interested in attending a yoga class in Lyle? What day of the week would be best? What time of day would be best for your schedule? Email her at jwykstra@gmail.co or call at (509) 310-3019 with any questions.

I heard that the groundhog, Punxsutawney Phil, saw his shadow on February 2 and claims there will be six more weeks of winter, but scuttlebutt has it that his ex-wife claims he is a habitual liar. Let’s hope she’s right.

OK, folks, I’m heated up for a rant. Now, I don’t know if I gave one this time last year or

if I just used Facebook, but I’m hot under the collar—again. I got my bill for my Post Office box fee—mind you, just a medium sized one—and for the year it is $208.00! I would be ranting about the cost anyway, but when I know that Dallesport and Wishram do not have to pay for theirs, it really ticks me off.

Oh, I’ve had it out with the postmaster here and heard all the so-called reasons, but it doesn’t make it right. Because most of the intown residents of Lyle are not on a route, we have to come to the post office to pick up our mail and pay the exorbitant prices. I know that as the boxes get larger, the price goes up, and I’m not paying as much as some—blah blah blah—but that still does not justify the reasoning. The Dallesport and Wishram post offices still have to maintain their buildings and pay for postmasters and all the other expenses that I’m hearing about, so is this right? Or just? And the price?

Totally unreasonable on all counts! Now, I’ve been told if I want free delivery that I must purchase a mailbox, and all the lumber and miscellany that goes with it (understandable), and I’ve been given the exact measurements and precise instructions that have to be followed, as well as dig the hole at the location where I’m told it would have to be. Heaven help me if it is an inch too short or too tall, too far back or too far forward. Plus they will not hold packages at the post office. If it is too large for the mailbox, the delivery driver will leave it propped against the mailbox post, out in the open—no matter the weather—for anyone to grab as they drive by. I have no answers for this dilemma unless Lyle residents unite, like Dallesport residents did, to get their fees waived. Submit your news to Mildred E. Lykens, (509) 365-2273 or lykensme41@gmail.com.

as a fundraiser. However, instead of disposing of them at that time, they were piled in anticipation of this fun homecoming bonfire. What a great way to use those old trees.

I’m sorry to report that Glenwood has lost a beloved friend. We are all saddened to hear of the recent passing of Charlene Gimlin Cortez, who served as Glenwood school cook for many years before her retirement. Charlene raised her family here in Glenwood with her late husband Bob Gimlin. She was known for her kind, gentle nature. Some remember that, as students whose families were struggling, Charlene made sure they had extra food because there might not be any at home. She always had a smile on her face, and just to know her was to love her. After retirement, Charlene married Rudy Cortez, and they created many good memories together in their golden years. A memorial service for Charlene will take place on Saturday, February 11, at 1 p.m. in the Glenwood school gym. Our deepest condolences go out to Rudy and all the Gimlin and Cortez families.

Karen Gravelle Saunders also notified us of the passing of another former Glenwood resident. Jerry King

passed away in Grants Pass, Oregon, on December 10. Jerry and his family were a vital part of our community for many years and lived and farmed on the old King Ranch, which is now part of the Wildlife Refuge. All of Jerry’s siblings—Dennis, Jaylin, and Barbara—are still living and will miss him. Jerry was a talented team member of the awardwinning Glenwood Eagles basketball team during all his years in high school. Some might remember that, living so far out of town, Jerry and Dennis would ride their horses to Glenwood during basketball season and keep them in a little barn near the school owned by Antonie Kuhnhausen during the day. After basketball practice each evening, the boys would ride all the way back out to the King Ranch. That was something pretty unique to our little community. Jerry enjoyed spending time at the beach with his large family of four daughters and one son. The Glenwood High School class of 1964 has lost a good friend and will treasure memories of his smile, caring ways, and readiness to help others.

Two local people honored for ag education

On February 1, John Westerman, principal of Goldendale High School, was awarded the District 4 Washington Association of Agricultural Educators Administrator of the Year. District 4 contains 28 school districts from the Tri-Cities to Cle Elum. John was recognized for his support and willingness to grow Goldendale Agriculture Education as well as Career and Technical Education as a whole. John will later be recognized at the state level in June.

Additionally, Jennette Burkhardt and her Yakama Nation Fisheries Program colleagues were nominated for and awarded the District 4 Washington Association of Agricultural Educators Cooperation of the Year. Jeanette has been in partnership with the Goldendale Agricultural Department for over

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Last Wednesday John Westerman (not pictured) and Jennette Burkhardt were recognized for their contributions to agricultural education.

eight years. She continues to provide students with opportunities for salmon rearing and releasing, cultural lessons, water quality testing support, and much more. Jeanette will later be recognized at the state level in June.

O bituaries

Charlene (Warren)

Gimlin Cortez

Charlene (Warren) Gimlin

Cortez passed away February 3, 2023 surrounded by her husband and family at Meadows Place Assisted Living in Ellensburg Washington. Charlene was born April 28, 1935 in Glade Washington to Charley and Mildred (Brandenburg) Warren. Soon after, the family moved to Mabton, Washington. Charlene attended Mabton schools. She had seven brothers and was the only girl. They lived in a two-bedroom home along with her grandmother. At the time there was no bathroom, only an outhouse. Her brothers slept in a tent.

On September 20, 1952, she married Robert Gimlin, and they made their home in Mabton. They had four children, Robert Jr, Michael, Charley, and Susan. In 1962 the family moved to Camp Draper (Glenwood), Washington. Nieces and nephews were frequent visitors.  During hunting season her home became base camp for friends, brothers and nephews.   She would be up well before dawn to make breakfast and made sure all her hunters were fed at night. Charlene worked for 35 years as the cook at the Glenwood School feeding several generations of Glenwood children homemade lunches. The all-school Thanksgiving and Christmas lunches were legendary. Homemade rolls and cinnamon rolls  were everyone’s favorites. All of the students and some of the teachers were her kids forever. One of those teachers, Tom Eldred, was always her oldest trick-ortreater, hoping for her Halloween popcorn balls. Mom never missed any of her kids’ events, traveling many miles for athletic events, school plays, or concerts. She continued going to her grandchildren’s and great grandchildren’s events. She had many lifelong friends in Glenwood. Many a late evening was spent playing pinochle with other couples. Her children learned to play from sitting around the table watching the husbands vs wives competitions going late into the night.

Charlene took care of

Denise Joy Morris

Denise Joy Morris, born February 13, 1929, died on December 27, 2022.

Community events

February 9, 2023, Community Business Workshop: 6:00 p.m. Goldendale Grange Hall. Presented by the Greater Goldendale Area Chamber of Commerce.

anyone who needed help. She was a quiet leader in the community serving on the Cemetery Board. Charlene was infamous with her PSE colleagues on their convention trips for her packing skills. Her husband, Bob, passed away in 1985, Mom kept working and maintaining a home in Glenwood until she was reunited with an acquaintance from high school, Rudy Cortez. After a several year courtship, they married on March 12, 2005. They made their home in Grandview, Washington.

Once her health began to fail they moved into Meadows Place Assisted Living in Ellensburg Washington in 2022. Charlene and Rudy travelled together with family. She loved her trips to Mexico, Maui, and the Mosquito Conventions all over the country.

Charlene was a very talented wedding cake maker. She made the wedding cakes for her children, grandchildren, friends and family as wedding gifts.

Charlene was preceded in death by her parents, Charley and Millie; her husband Bob; and sons Michael and Charley, brothers Virgil, Robert, Norman, Fred, and Dennis. She is survived by her husband, Rudy Cortez; brothers Don and Wayne (Cheryl); children Rob Gimlin (Tawnee), Sue Williams (Brian); 13 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; sisters-in-law Rita Warren, Edith Kelly, and Pauline Ledgerwood (Lowell); her Cortez family; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Viewing and visitation will be held on Thursday, February 9, 2023, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. with Recitation of the Holy Rosary at 6 p.m. at the Smith Funeral Home, Grandview. Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, February 10, 2023, at 10 a.m. at the Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, Grandview. Funeral Service will be held Saturday, February 11, 2023, at 1 p.m. at the Glenwood School 320 Bunnell Street, Glenwood, with burial to follow at the Mt. Adams Cemetery in Glenwood. Those wishing to sign Charlene’s online memorial book may do so at www.funeralhomesmith. com. Smith Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

February 12, 2023, Community Christian Concert: 3 p.m. Goldendale Seventh-day Adventist Church off Bickleton Highway. Come listen to music by Andrew & Alysha Beckner. Admission is free and all are welcome!

February 12, 2023, Couples

Massage: 3 – 5 p.m. 1256 Hwy

141 BZ Corner, The Missing Corner Learn Local Series. A stress relieving hands-on class for you and one more to learn techniques that professional massage therapists use to relax tense muscles without exhausting their hands and fingers.

Led by Ash Wylder of White Salmon. $25/person $45/couple pre-register at https://storybreathschool.ck.page/products/couples-massage-workshop.

February 12, 2023, Valentine’s Paintings: 1:00 p.m. Goldendale American Legion on Broadway. Felicia Gray guides you through painting a beautiful landscape with your choice of a silhouette. $35 cash at the door.

February 14, 2023, Valentine’s Day Read In: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. 131 W Burgen St Goldendale Library. Celebrate your love of libraries and reading on Valentine’s Day with the first annual Read In. Come read, enjoy warm beverages, and share your love of reading with others all day at the library.

February 15, 2023, Annual Meeting for the Central Klickitat Conservation District: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Goldendale Grange.

February 16, 2023, Life Line Screening: Community Grace Brethren Church, Goldendale. Pre-registrration is required, call 800-772-8243 priority code FBYJ237

February 19,2023, Imagination Yoga: 3 – 5 p.m. 1256 Hwy 141 BZ Corner, The Missing Corner Learn Local Series.

A fun Yoga for kids that encourages kindness and mindfulness in children of all ages. Participants under 5 must have an adult present with them. Led by Crustal Luster of Mount Adams Orchards. $5, pre-register luster.crystal@yahoo.com

February 21, 2023, Guiding Good Choices-Social Development Strategy: 6- 8 pm Fathers House Fellowship 207 S Klickitat Street, Goldendale. A free and confidential program for parents or caregivers of youth ages 9-14, designed around promoting healthy de-

velopment and reducing risky behavior for children as they enter their teenage years. This is a 5-week course on Tuesdays through March 21st. Snacks, drinks, and childcare available. Register online at https:// forms.gle/AEwfbHHH3dghDGmZ8. Questions call 509-2812330 or email cpwi@wagap.org.

February 24 – 27, 2023, Recovery Coach Academy Free Training: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Masonic Lodge 219 South Columbus Goldendale. The CCAR Recover Coach Academy is an innovative approacvh to healing people’s lives that is unlike any other training. A Recovery Coach promotes recovery and removes barriesr and obstacles to recovery, serving as a personal guide and mentor for people seeking or already in recovery. To register contact Becky Gonzales at Recovery Cage Clark County bgonzxales@ recoverycafecc.org or 360-9846163 ext 203.

February 26, 2023, Family Constellations: 3 – 5 p.m. 1256 Hwy 141 BZ Corner, The Missing Corner Learn Local Series. Heal ancestral trauma through movement and role play. Led by Jillian Brown of White Salmon. $0-100 donation scale, pre-register Jillianbrown1@gmail.com.

February 27, 2023 Lyle

Winter Concert: 6 p.m. Lyle School cafeteria. Grades 6 -12.

February 28, 2023, EKCD

Annual Meeting: Eastern Klickitat Conservation District’s (EKCD) annual meeting at the Alder Creek Grange in Bickleton.

February 28, 2023, Guiding

Good Choices-Social Guidelines and Expectations: 6- 8 pm Fathers House Fellowship 207 S Klickitat Street, Goldendale. A free and confidential program for parents or caregivers of youth ages 9-14, designed around promoting healthy development and reducing risky behavior for children as they enter their teenage years. This is a 5-week course through on Tuesdays through March 21st Snacks, drinks, and childcare available. Register online at https://forms.gle/AEwfbHHH3dghDGmZ8. Questions call 509-281-2330 or email cpwi@ wagap.org.

March 31- April 2, 2023, Fire on the Mountain 2023: 5 p.m. Klickitat County Fairgrounds, Goldendale. A time for revival with guests Sharall Barrera, Miguel & Rosa Zayas, Ben & Kristina Smith, and MC by Mike Quantrell. For more information call 509-96-0833

March 7, 2023, Guiding Good Choices-Managing Family Conflict: 6- 8 pm Fathers House Fellowship 207 S

Church Directory

GRACE BRETHREN

Community Grace Brethren

BAPTIST

Columbus Avenue Baptist, S.B.C.

815 N Columbus, Goldendale, 509.773.4471; Interim Pastor Paul Logue, Sun Worship 11am, Sun School 9:45am. Call for Zoom services. We’re on YouTube, FaceBook, & Instagram. Mon 6pm prayer meeting.Wed 6pm Youth & Children's groups. For updates: ColumbusABC.org, ColumbusABC@embarqmail.com or call.

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

1180 S Roosevelt, Goldendale. 509.773.3388. Sun Svc 10:30am in person. Wed: AWANA 2pm & Youth Group 5pm 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 10

Everyone welcome.

METHODIST - United Methodist

Columbus & Broadway; Pastor Kendra BehnSmith; 509.773.4461. Service times: Worship 9:00am; Adult classes 10:45am; Fall & Winter Children’s Church available during worship. 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.

Klickitat Street, Goldendale. A free and confidential program for parents or caregivers of youth ages 9-14, designed around promoting healthy development and reducing risky behavior for children as they enter their teenage years. This is a 5-week course on Tuesdays through March 21st. Snacks, drinks, and childcare available. Register online at https:// forms.gle/AEwfbHHH3dghDGmZ8. Questions call 509-2812330 or email cpwi@wagap.org.

March 11, 2023, Fully Loaded Baked Potato and Silent Auction Fundraiser: 5 – 7 p.m. American Legion, Goldendale. Sponsored by Goldendale Archery Sharpshooters. Come support our archer, Alissa Conroy, as she prepares to compete in Grand Island Nebraska in June 2023.

March 14, 2023, Guiding

Good Choices-Refusal Skills: 6- 8 pm Fathers House Fellowship 207 S Klickitat Street, Goldendale. A free and confidential program for parents or caregivers of youth ages 9-14, designed around promoting healthy development and reducing risky behavior for children as they enter their teenage years. This is a 5-week course on Tuesdays through March 21st. Snacks, drinks, and childcare available. Register online at https:// forms.gle/AEwfbHHH3dghDGmZ8. Questions call 509-2812330 or email cpwi@wagap.org.

March 18, 2023, Klickitat County Livestock Growers

Banquet: Goldendale Legion, details to follow.

March 18, 2023, Conservation District Plant Sale: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Klickitat County Fairgrounds, Goldendale. Plants will be available for purchase the day of the sale, but supplies are limited. Please use our new online shop at www.EKCD.org to place pre-orders thru 2/17. Pickup will be 3/18. Call 509773-5823 for more information.

March 21, 2023, Guiding Good Choices-Strengthening Bonds: 6- 8 pm Fathers House Fellowship 207 S Klickitat Street, Goldendale. A free and confidential program for parents or caregivers of youth ages 9-14, designed around promoting healthy development and reducing risky behavior for children as they enter their teenage years. This is a 5-week course on Tuesdays through March 21st Snacks, drinks, and childcare available. Register online at https://forms.gle/AEwfbHHH3dghDGmZ8. Questions call 509-281-2330 or email cpwi@ wagap.org.

NEW LIFE ASSEMBLY of GOD

1602 S Columbus, Goldendale; Pastor Kevin Gerchak, 509.773.4650; Sun. School 9:30 ; Morning Worship Service 10:30am; Evening Service 6pm; Family Night on Wed. 7pm with programs for ages 3 years through adult.

RIVER of LIFE CHURCH of GOD 2023 Pipeline Rd; 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

May 20 – 21, 2023, Goldendale Home and Garden Show: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. both days. Klickitat County Fairgrounds, Goldendale. Make plans now to attend the Annual Goldendale Home & Garden Show. FREE ADMISSION, FREE PARKING. Want to be a vendor or interested in being a sponsor for the show? Give the Goldendale Chamber of Commerce a call at 509-773-3400 or email teja@ goldendalechamber.org

Exhibitors, live music, food, and family friendly. Get tips on spring planting, landscaping, pick up plants and trees, and meet face-to-face with area home improvement contractors.

June 1 - 4, 2023, Goldendale Pickers Festival: Ekone Park, Goldendale off of Broadway. The annual festival is back, whether you play or just love the music, stop on in.

June 3, 2023 Lincoln Day Dinner Klickitat County Republicans: 120 East Steuben, Bingen.

June 3, 2023, June Blooms: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Goldendale Area. This free garden tour is self-directed, and no registration or tickets are needed to see the gardens. Free maps can be picked up at the Goldendale Chamber a week before the event including Saturday June 3rd and will also be available as a Google Map at goldendalechamber. org/events a week before the event or go to: https://bit.ly/ JuneBloomsMap

June 9 – 11, 2023 Pioneer Picnic and Rodeo: 6/9 5:30 – 8 p.m., 6/10 & 6/11 8 a.m. – midnight. Established in 1910, Alder Creek Rodeo is the oldest rodeo in Washington and has been held the second weekend in June since then. Dry camping is available on the Cleveland Park grounds. The antique carousel will run Fri-Sun. Come and join in the fun. Contact Susan Powers at 509-820-8671 for more information.

June 16-17, 2023, Goldendale City Wide Yard Sales: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. throughout Goldendale. The annual city-wide yard sale is back again for another year. Signup details to follow as we get closer to the event, September 2, 2023, Bickleton’s Annual Community Day: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Bickleton. Enjoy a classic car show Meet and Greet, a raffle for Meet and Greet entries, homemade pie sale, food, flea market, arts and crafts, vendors, street entertainment and live music throughout the day in beautiful Bickleton. For more information call 509.896.2007.

NON-DENOMINATIONAL

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

Father’s House Fellowship

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

Mid-Columbia Unitarian Universalist Fellowship

Online Worship Sunday 10am Religious Exploration for Children and Youth; email mcuuf1@gmail.com for a link to Online Service; MCUUF2.org; Rev. Judy Zimmerman, 541-241-6771. Justice. Inclusion. Compassion. A Welcoming Congregation

marketing, and selling its “Early Evidence Kits” to Washington consumers. Ferguson noted in the order that “Leda’s Early Evidence Kits are ineligible for testing by the Washington State Crime Lab as they are self-administered and face numerous barriers to admission as evidence, including on the basis of potential cross-contamination, spoliation, and validity.”

Mosbrucker noted several concerns about the kits, including:

• They do not contain the elements of a sexual assault kit identified in Washington law, specifically photographs, blood and urine samples; There is no precedent for

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erately incomplete minutes of the council meetings, a charge Munyan refutes. “The meetings are out there on YouTube—they’re recorded. Anybody can come in here and get a tape or watch it on YouTube and see exactly what was said. Minutes are not made to be verbatim. They’re a brief description of the topic and what the discussion was and who and what council members voted for.”

To the point of expenditures made by the Chamber but not entirely used, Munyan says the figures don’t support Schroder’s claims across all the years he cited. Mindy Jackson, executive director of the Chamber, shared figures with The Sentinel showing requests to the City for lodging tax funds and the totals actually used; those figures, originating with

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the $108,000 total requested by eight local nonprofits. The final scorecard of appropriations to organizations:

• Brighter Goldendale Christmas Committee requested $15,000 and

self-collected DNA evidence being admissible in criminal court and the kits are generally not admissible because of chain-ofcustody issues; While professional examinations are conducted at no cost to sexual assault victims at health facilities and hospitals in Washington state, private companies are profiting by selling the DYI kits. By Washington law, sexual assault kits are supposed to be free for survivors—not a product that victims pay money to receive; and

• Private companies have no access to the FBI’s criminal justice database, CODIS, which can create a DNA

the City, reveal the Chamber’s figures as well as GMA’s and those of all requesting groups.

In 2020 the Chamber was approved for $27,500 and spent $26,025 ($1,475 less than budgeted). In 2021 the Chamber was approved for $27,500 and spent $21,838.79 ($5,661.21 less than budgeted). In 2022 the Chamber was approved for $43,000 and spent $40,442.40 ($2,557.60 less than budgeted). Over those three years, the Chamber went under budget by a total of $9,693.81. But in the years 2017 through 2019, the Chamber spent more than it was allotted by a total of $28,514.89.

In 2020 GMA was approved for $6,000 and spent $0 (it was a pandemic year, and no events were held). In 2021 GMA was approved for $6,000 and spent $7,651 ($1,651 over what it was allocated). In 2022 GMA was

received $10,000, the same as the previous year.

Goldendale Motorsports Association (GMA) requested $7,075 for the Community Days Show ’n’ Shine and received $5,500, a $475 reduction

profile of the suspected perpetrator from sexual assault evidence kits.

“These kits provide a false sense of security to victims who have just gone through a traumatic experience and harm the potential for a successful prosecution of the rapist. There is no comparison to the actual sexual assault evidence kit administered by trained medical professionals who provide these examinations at no cost,” Mosbrucker added. “Rape is a serial crime by nature and often results in physical and/ or mental trauma. Sexual assault survivors need more than a simple and inadequate over-the-counter test. It is reprehensible that any com-

approved for $11,000 ($5,000 more than in previous years) and spent $11,389.80 ($389.80 over what was budgeted). That totaled $3,959.20 under what GMA was allocated unless the pandemic year is not included; then it was $2,040.80 over its allocations for years 2021 and 2022. In years 2019 and 2020 GMA spent $4,250 more than it was allocated. Munyan says the slump in Chamber funds used reflects the pandemic years. “In 2020 and 2021,” he states, “Covid was rampant. The Chamber didn’t do the Home & Garden Show, they didn’t do Community Days. They didn’t need the money for advertising.”

Similarly, GMA too held no events in 2020, though it did in 2021. GMA’s key annual events for which it regularly requests tax dollars cost the

from $5,975 received in 2022.

GMA also requested $7,300 for the Concours de Maryhill and received $5,500, an $85 increase over the $5,415 received the previous year.

pany would try to profit from victims when they are most vulnerable. This bill would stop companies from selling kits that create false expectations and could impose further trauma.”

House Bill 1564 would prohibit over the counter, at home, and/or self-collected sexual assault evidence kits from being sold or provided to the public, including college students who have been targeted for marketing of DYI kits.

A public hearing on the bill was held Feb. 7 in the House Community Safety, Justice and Reentry Committee.

organization much less than the monies it spent in recent years, amounts higher than its designated allocations. While neither Munyan nor Jackson addressed detailed itemization of GMA’s money requests, The Sentinel has learned some of its requested funds went to merchandising (such as tee shirts) and, in one conspicuous case, was spent to buy a $1,400 television to be used in a GMA giveaway. Neither of those uses, strictly speaking, constitutes appropriate use of tax dollars. A question that arises is why GMA is asking for City money in the first place for one of its events since its Concours de Maryhill Car Show is held at Maryhill Museum, outside City limits. Klickitat County has its own pot of lodging tax money that organizations can request portions of.

• The Goldendale Chamber of Commerce requested $54,596 and received $45,000, a $6,000 increase from the $39,000 last year.

• Goldendale Pride requested $2,000 and received $1,700. They had

LAND from page A1 simply cannot allow companies from China to lock down our resources and undermine our farmers’ and ranchers’ ability to feed the world,” said Rep. Rodgers. “Americans should not be forced to rely on China for the food they put on the table. Prohibiting the Chinese Communist Party from purchasing farmland in the United States is a nobrainer that will support domestic food production and decrease our dangerous dependence on foreign adversaries.”

“Under no circumstances should our food supply be dependent upon the Chinese Communist Party,” said Rep. Fitzpatrick. “That is why I am proud to be an original co-sponsor of the Prohibition of Agricultural Land for the People’s Republic of China Act, which will protect American agriculture, bolster our domestic food production, and prevent hostile regimes from having a hand in our supply chain.”

“America is the land of the free — not the land owned by China,” said Rep. Reschenthaler. “The Chinese Communist Party’s malign efforts to purchase domestic farmland is a direct threat to the American homeland. As an original cosponsor of the Prohibition of Agricultural Land for the People’s Republic of China Act, I am proud to join Rep. Newhouse on this important effort to protect our nation’s national security, food security, and economic security.”

“China must be banned from buying our farmland because American farm -

not been funded previously.

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land belongs to American farmers,” said Rep. Feenstra. “I am proud to work with my colleague Rep. Dan Newhouse to prevent malign foreign interests from infiltrating rural America and threatening our national and food security.”

“To allow China, governed by the Chinese Communist Party, to acquire farmland near and around key military and otherwise strategic areas of the United States, is as dumb as it gets,” said Rep. Rouzer. “Not only are these purchases of key areas of farmland a threat to our national security, but it is a threat to our food security as well. This must end, and I am proud to cosponsor legislation to do just that.”

“Increased ownership of U.S. farmland by foreign adversaries like China is an alarmingly growing trend that poses a risk to our national and economic security,” said Rep. Valadao. “Farmers in the Central Valley produce a quarter of our nation’s food with less than one percent of our nation’s farmland. We cannot sit idly by while China strategically purchases the rich land in our own backyard, jeopardizing our nation’s food security and giving China control over our food supply. I’m glad to join my colleague and fellow farmer Rep. Newhouse to introduce the Prohibition of Agricultural Land for the People’s Republic of China Act, which will ensure American farms are kept out of the hands of our adversaries.”

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The Washington Outdoors Report: Sportsmen’s show fun

JOHN KRUSE FOR THE SENTINEL

I’ve had the opportunity to attend two sportsmen’s shows in recent days. The first was the Tri-Cities Sportsmen’s Show at the HAPO Center in Pasco, a great little show I visited at the end of January. The fi rst week of February was spent at the Washington Sportsmen’s Show, Washington State’s largest sportsmen’s show, at the fairgrounds in Puyallup.

At both shows it was nice to see both exhibitors and the crowds coming back now that Covid pandemic restrictions are in the rearview mirror. These shows also bring the great outdoors indoors for fishing, hunting, and outdoors enthusiasts looking for something to do in the middle of winter. There are a number of great reasons to attend these shows.

One reason is to learn! Sportsmen’s shows always feature seminars from experts talking about specific fishing tech-

niques for different species or hunting tactics for everything from big game to turkey to waterfowl. Learning to use marine electronics is another seminar topic as are survival skills.

Most of these seminar speakers have booths at the shows. Some are selling gear ranging from fi re starters to game calls to fishing rods or lures. Others are guides and outfitters booking spring and summer trips for saltwater salmon, freshwater steelhead, bass, walleye, or trout. On the hunting front you can book hunts not only for deer, elk, and bear in the western U.S. but also hunts in British Columbia, Alaska, or overseas where you can go on an African safari to either hunt or just capture photos with your camera.

I have noticed showgoers have been in a buying mood this year. There are a whole bunch of attendees walking around with newly purchased fishing rods in their hands and there are some high-ticket

items for sale too. That includes sport fishing boats suitable for freshwater lakes or Puget Sound, RV trailers, and a new, expanding category, overlanding vehicles with pop-up tents or campers designed to travel rough four-wheel drive roads

Wishram School District gets State money

The Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office today announced the award of more than $2 million in grants to help diverse, urban neighborhoods, and rural communities plan for outdoor recreation facilities.

The grants were awarded to 21 different organizations in 15 counties and ranged from $35,000 to $250,000. Many of the grants will help smaller communities write parks and recreation plans, which then can be used to apply for development grants, and some will help communities plan specific projects. For example, the communities of Mattawa, Oroville, Carbonado, and Morton will use grants to develop park and open space plans. The Seattle Parks Foundation will use a grant to develop construction documents to transform an elementary school playground and field into a community recreation area, while the City of Quincy will use a grant to redesign and add to its community’s athletic fields. The Spokane Tribe will use a grant to design the renovation of Snwx mene (Salmon People) Island, formally known as Canada Island, in Riverfront Park.

The Legislature funded the Planning for Recreation Access grant program in 2021 as a way to fund planning projects in communities that lack adequate access to outdoor recreation opportunities. The program focuses on diverse urban neighborhoods, small rural communities and those with less experience writing grants.

“The overwhelming number of applications we received speaks to the need for this kind of funding,” said Megan Duffy, director of the Recreation and Conservation Office. (RCO)

“Many small and underfunded communities don’t have the resources to apply for grants. This funding will help them get started. Ultimately, we hope the planning leads to construction and we can increase the number of parks, trails, playgrounds, and sports fields in places where there are currently few options for outdoor recreation.”

Of the 99 applicants, threefourths hadn’t received recreation grants with RCO in the past decade, and nearly half hadn’t applied for an RCO grant during that time. The grants may be used to support planning, community engagement, and collaboration between local governments, community-based organizations, and residents to defi ne outdoor recreation needs, prioritize investments to address those needs and prepare onthe-ground projects for funding opportunities. Projects

Stevens County $95,000 Lewis County $75,550

Yakima County $168,172 Mason County $150,000

In total, project proposals requested more than $12.5 million and fewer than one-fi fth were funded.

“There are many communities in Washington where families don’t have access to nearby recreation areas or the areas are worn out and unusable,” Duffy said. “Everyone should be able to get to a park or outdoor area and receive the health benefits, both mental and physical, of spending time outside recreating. These grants are a fi rst step in helping communities provide places to improve the wellbeing of their residents.”

Project in Klickitat County:

Wishram School District

Grant Awarded: $50,000

Designing a Ball Field

The Wishram School District will use this grant to enhance the community’s only park and design an athletic field. The park’s current amenities include only a dirt lot, a half basketball court, and small play area. This small, impoverished community has no football, softball, baseball, or soccer field. The school district will work with the community and a consultant to solicit community input on layout and design and develop site plans for the park and new field. Visit RCO’s online Project Snapshot for more information about this project.

Corry, Abbarno revive emergency powers reform battle

Rep. Chris Corry, R-Yakima, has launched a new effort to rein in the governor’s emergency powers. House Bill 1535 is co-sponsored by Rep. Peter Abbarno, R-Centralia and is identical to House Bill 1772, Corry’s bi-partisan bill from the 2022 legislative session.

The governor finally ended the state of emergency (SOE) he declared in response to the Covid-19 pandemic on Halloween. The end of the SOE came after more than two and a half years that saw dozens of emergency proclamations with virtually no input from the public and, under current law, it could happen again.

Corry and Abbarno hope the Legislature is ready to make the crucial changes needed to avoid that.

“This bill brings back representative government to Washington state and the oversight required by our state constitution. The Legislature and the people it represents must be allowed to resume its proper role during a prolonged state of emergency. It is vital this proposal gets a hearing and is passed by the Legislature this ses-

sion,” said Corry, R-Yakima.

“No one person should wield vast powers without checks and balances or a clear expiration date, even during an emergency,” said Rep. Abbarno.”Living under an emergency declaration for nearly three years exposed a serious loophole in our laws governing emergency powers, and it’s incumbent on the Legislature, as the lawmaking body, to fi x it.”

Washington is one of only four states that hands over unilateral authority to the governor to declare and maintain a state of emergency (SOE). During a prolonged SOE, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, the legislative branch, which represents the voice of the people, has an extremely limited role in determining the policies set forth by the executive branch in Washington state.

Corry and Abbarno say it’s time to change that.

“There must be limits. The framers of our state constitution never intended for the governor to wield the kind of power he maintained for nearly three years. Clearly, when quick action is needed, the executive branch must be

or trails on our expansive public lands where your campsite is literally wherever you choose to stop for the night.

If you want to travel to an outdoorsy destination, you have plenty of places to choose from, ranging from Alaskan

fishing lodges to family-run resorts in Washington, single- or multi-day river rafting trips in Idaho, or adventures in Mexico on the Baja peninsula.

Sportsmen’s shows are great events for families to attend, too. Trout ponds are staples at sportsmen’s shows, allowing young kids the chance to reel in hatchery-raised rainbow trout.

Show producers often have a “passport” for kids to fi ll out at different exhibitor booths featuring items or activities of interest to young children.

Family-friendly activities

you often fi nd at sportsmen’s shows include archery ranges, air rifle ranges, or a chance to mine for treasure, a popular attraction at the Spokane Bighorn Show.

Then there are the main attractions. Every show producer has one or more. This year at the Washington Sportsmen’s Show it was the Paul Bunyon Lumberjack Show featuring axe throwing, wood cutting, and log-rolling lumberjacks who put on an enter-

taining show for audiences. At the Tri-Cities show the feature attraction was Tag the grizzly bear who has appeared in countless movies, commercials, and television shows during his life.

If you haven’t had a chance to go to a sportsmen’s show yet this winter, you still have some options:

The Pacific Northwest Sportsmen’s Show at the Expo Center in Portland, February 14 to 18, the second largest sportsmen’s show in the nation. www.thesportshows.com.

The Central Washington Sportsmen’s show, under new ownership, at the Sun Dome in Yakima, February 24 through 26. www.jlmproductionsllc. com.

The Inland Northwest Wildlife Council’s Bighorn Outdoor Adventure Show at the Interstate Fairgrounds in Spokane, March 16 through 19. www. inwc.org.

John Kruse – www.northwesternoutdoors.com and www. americaoutdoorsradio.com.

Call for applications – Yakama Cares

Legends Casino Hotel invites nonprofit organizations to apply now for the annual Yakama Cares grant distribution. The Charitable Contributions fund called Yakama Cares will be distributed in May for 2023, and nonprofit organizations are encouraged to submit applications for consideration until the deadline of March 31, 2023.

Each year, the Charitable Contributions Fund assists many area nonprofits with several hundred thousand dollars in grants. Past grant recipients included schools, senior services, veteran services, food banks, shelters, and many more in Benton, Franklin, Kit-

titas, Klickitat, and Yakima counties.

The committee of five community members and Legends Casino Hotel team members receive hundreds of applications annually to evaluate. The applications undergo multiple rounds of cuts before the fi nal selection. Charitable organizations whose service area lies within a 100-mile radius of the Legends Casino Hotel campus and address a youth/ educational need, elder care and activities as well as medical benefit to the community receive priority consideration.

According to the committee, “Programs where a grant can help make a significant impact

in our community peak our interest. We’re always excited to see how we can make a difference in our community each year.”

The application can be accessed by scrolling to the bottom of our home page--www. legendscasino.com--where you’ll find Additional Links then click Yakama Cares. It is important to note that proof of nonprofit status will be required of each applicant, and according to Appendix X of the Compact that outlines the qualifications for grant distribution, tribal nonprofits are not eligible for these funds.

able to respond. But when a state of emergency lasts for months or even years, it’s difficult to justify prolonged unilateral - nearly autocratic - authority by the executive branch,” said Corry. “The public must have a voice in how to move forward. That’s the job of the Legislature.”

“The people of Washington are best served when communities from every corner of our state have a voice at the table,” said Rep. Abbarno. “That’s why it’s so important for the Legislature to act now. Let’s come together as Washingtonians, regardless of party, and ensure that future generations have the right balance between the executive’s ability to deal with emergencies and proper oversight from the branch closest to the people.”

During the past two legislative sessions, Republicans offered a half dozen emergency powers reform bills, but most never got a hearing let alone moved out of committee, with the exception of Rep. Corry’s House Bill 1772. Corry had propsed another bill aimed emergency powers reform last year.

J K FEATHER FRIEND: Meeting new people and raptors at the Washington Sportsmen’s Show.

Goldendale Little League

TAYLER BRADLEY FOR THE SENTINEL

It may seem a little early, but Goldendale Little League is getting the ball rolling, so that when it comes time for the kids to hit the field, everything is ready to go. If your child is interested in playing baseball this spring, be sure to keep reading for all of the important information.

Goldendale’s Little League is run by a board of volunteers who put together the entire season from start to fi nish. Their job includes fi nding coaches, providing equipment, placing players on teams, scheduling games, and more. These volunteers work together every year to make sure things run smoothly and the kids have the best season they can.

Registration papers are available for pickup and drop-off at McCredy’s here in town. They are due back by Saturday, February 18.

There are teams for ages 4 to 12, and both boys and girls are welcome to play. There is also a $75 registration fee per player. This money goes to replacing gear, Little League charter costs, insurance, and players’ uniforms.

Once the board has received all of the registrations, they sort out age groups and begin making teams. Last year, about 160 kids joined in on the fun. The younger ages playing t-ball and coaching pitch teams will be placed on teams based on the number of kids who sign up. The minor and major league players will have tryouts in early March, so the board

and coaches can get a look at their skills. After tryouts, the board will place kids on the teams as evenly as possible based on their skill level. Once the teams are created, the coaches will hold team meetings with the parents to go over the upcoming season. All the coaches are volunteers and do a wonderful job of teaching the kids how to play the game. The teams will get together and have some time to practice and go over fundamentals. Then, around the fi rst week of April, games will begin. The younger ages will play 6 to 8 games, while the older kids will play 10 to 12 games.    Baseball is a great sport for these kids. It keeps them outside and active while learning valuable skills. President of the board, Laurie Lyon, tells us just what this organization provides

for these growing athletes.

“Goldendale Little League is founded around three basic ideas: integrity, commitment, and encouragement,” she says. “They learn to work as a team through wins and losses, encouraging the other players, and having fun.”

Goldendale is lucky to have such remarkable people willing to give their time to the kids who want to come out and play.

Effort to make roads safer wins bipartisan support

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Lawmakers from both sides of the aisle and Gov. Jay Inslee say they are backing a package of new laws aimed at protecting workers, pedestrians, and commuters.

New bills would include reducing the blood alcohol concentration limit for operating a vehicle when driving, imposing more restrictions on high-risk drivers, and requiring a skills course for young and older drivers.

Amber Weilert, a mother from Parkland, described how her son was struck and killed in a crosswalk while riding

his bicycle.

“I am here to be Michael’s voice to support him and make sure that this doesn’t happen again,” Weilert said.

She asked lawmakers to think about her son and pleaded with lawmakers to make roads safer.

Lawmakers from both parties expressed support.

“I’m here because safety isn’t a partisan issue. It’s about all of us working together,” said Sen. Curtis King, R-Yakima. “When you look at a list of bills that are here, most of them may have a Democrat sponsor, but I can tell you there are numerous Republican names right

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A SONG THAT LAUNCHED A PEACEFUL REVOLUTION: In 1939 Billie Holiday first sang a song called “Strange Fruit,” released on an obscure label called Commodore because her own label, Columbia, didn’t dare release it. A million copies later, the song was entrenched as a signature piece for the singer and raised awareness in the U.S. of the heinous practice of routine lynching of Black men and women, mostly in the South but also in other unexpected areas such as Indiana. A lynching in that state inspired the song.

Was ‘Strange Fruit’ the true start of the Civil Rights movement?

She was a star already, beloved for her poignant voice and powerful stage presence. But when Billie Holiday stepped up to a microphone in 1939 at the Cafe Society in Greenwich Village to sing a troubled tune called “Strange Fruit,” she was filled with trepidation. This was not a toe-tapping ditty or jazzy lost-love ballad. It was a subdued, ironic, and anguished musical plea to end the lynching of Black men and women, all too commonplace in the south

and other regions. The strange fruit described in the song referred to the bodies of Blacks hanging from trees. Some say Holiday’s performance of the song—an act of extraordinary courage in that day for a Black woman who was a huge audience favorite—marked the real beginning of the Civil Rights movement. Holiday was fearful of retaliation. Thankfully, her performance of the song not only became well received; it was to become a regular

part of her performances from then on, something of a signature song. Because of the power of the song, the manager of the room in which Holiday often sang drew up some rules: Holiday would close her show with it; the waiters would stop all service in advance; the room would be in darkness except for a spotlight on Holiday’s face; and there would be no encore. During the musical introduction to the song, Holiday stood with her eyes closed, as if she were evoking a prayer.

“Strange Fruit” originated as a poem written by a Harvard-educated white Jewish-American writer, teacher, and songwriter named Abel Meeropol, under his pseudonym Lewis Allan, as a protest against lynchings. In the poem, Meeropol expressed his horror at the practice, induced by Lawrence Beitler’s photograph of the 1930 lynching of Thomas Shipp and Abram Smith in Marion, Indiana. Meeropol published the poem under the title “Bit-

ter Fruit” in January 1937 in The New York Teacher a magazine of the Teachers Union. Though Meeropol had asked others to set his poems to music, he set “Strange Fruit” to music himself. First performed by Meeropol’s wife and their friends in social contexts, his protest song gained success in and around New York. Meeropol, his wife, and Black vocalist Laura Duncan performed it at Madison Square Garden. It was there that it was heard by the manager of the Cafe

The origins and evolution of Black History Month

Black History Month is an annual observance originating in the United States, where it is also known as African-American History Month. It has received official recognition from governments in the United States and Canada, and more recently has been observed in Ireland, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. It began as a way of remembering important people and events in the history of the African diaspora. It is celebrated in February in the United States and Canada, while in Ireland, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom it is observed in October.

Negro History Week

(1926)

The precursor to Black History Month was created in 1926 in the United States, when historian Carter G. Woodson and the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History announced the second week of February to be “Negro History Week”. This week was chosen because it co-

incided with the birthday of Abraham Lincoln on February 12 and of Frederick Douglass on February 20, both of which dates Black communities had celebrated together since the late 19th century. Negro History Week was the center of the equation. The thought-process behind the week was never recorded, but scholars acknowledge two reasons for its birth: recognition and importance. Woodson felt deeply that at least one week would allow for the general movement to become something annually celebrated. Also, after the ten year long haul to successfully complete his “Journal of Negro History”, he realized the subject deserved to resonate with a greater audience. From the event’s initial phase, primary emphasis was placed on encouraging the coordinated teaching of the history of Black Americans in the nation’s public schools. The first Negro History Week was met with a lukewarm response, gaining the cooperation of the

Departments of Education of the states of North Carolina, Delaware, and West Virginia as well as the city school administrations of Baltimore and Washington, D.C. Despite this far from universal observance, the event was regarded by Woodson as “one of the most fortunate steps ever taken by the Association”, and plans for a repeat of the event on an annual basis continued apace.

At the time of Negro History Week’s launch, Woodson contended that the teaching of Black history was essential to ensure the physical and intellectual survival of the race within broader society:

“If a race has no history, it has no worthwhile tradition, it becomes a negligible factor in the thought of the world, and it stands in danger of being exterminated. The American Indian left no continuous record. He did not appreciate the value of tradition; and where is he today? The Hebrew keenly appreciated the value of tradition, as is at-

tested by the Bible itself. In spite of worldwide persecution, therefore, he is a great factor in our civilization.”

By 1929, The Journal of Negro History was able to note that with only two exceptions, officials with the State Departments of Education of “every state with considerable Negro population” had made the event known to that state’s teachers and distributed official literature associated with the event”. Churches also played a significant role in the distribution of literature in association with Negro History Week during this initial interval, with the mainstream and Black press aiding in the publicity effort.

Throughout the 1930s, Negro History Week countered the growing myth of the South’s “lost cause”, as epitomized in both the novel and the movie Gone With The Wind. That myth argued that slaves had been well-treated, that the Civil War was a war of “northern aggression”, and that Blacks had been better off

under slavery. “When you control a man’s thinking you do not have to worry about his actions”, Woodson wrote in his book The Miseducation of the American Negro. “You do not have to tell him not to stand here or go yonder. He will find his ‘proper place’ and will stay in it.”[15]

Negro History Week grew in popularity throughout the following decades, with mayors across the United States endorsing it as a holiday.

United States: Black History Month (1970)

Black History Month was first proposed by Black educators and the Black United Students at Kent State University in February 1969. The first celebration of Black History Month took place at Kent State one year later, from January 2 to February 28, 1970.

Six years later, Black History Month was being celebrated all across the country in educational institutions, centers of Black culture and community centers, both great and

Society, who introduced it to Billie Holiday. Holiday approached her record label, Columbia, about recording the song. It refused, fearing reaction from record retailers in the South and backlash from its CBS radio affiliates. The label did grant Holiday permission to record the song on another, obscure label called Commodore. She recorded it in April 1939.

The record went on to sell a million copies and remains Holiday’s most successful recording.

small, when President Gerald Ford recognized Black History Month in 1976, during the celebration of the United States Bicentennial. He urged Americans to “seize the opportunity to honor the too-often neglected accomplishments of Black Americans in every area of endeavor throughout our history”.

In the Black community, Black History Month was met with enthusiastic response; it prompted the creation of Black History clubs, and an increase in interest among teachers and from progressive whites.

On February 21, 2016, 106-year-old Washington D.C. resident and school volunteer Virginia McLaurin visited the White House as part of Black History Month. When asked by the president why she was there, McLaurin said, “A Black president. A Black wife. And I’m here to celebrate Black history. That’s what I’m here for.”

LEFT: LIBRARY OF CONGRESS. RIGHT: WIKIPEDIA

Check It Out

Jan Johnston, Collection Manager

Fort Vancouver Regional Library District

You can email Jan at readingforfun@fvrl.org

Not one to make New Year’s resolutions, I have to admit that I have resolved to be more physically active. And more mentally at peace with myself. If I want these things to happen in 2023, I have 11 months to improve. Knowing that the higher your chronological age is, the faster time passes, I had better hurry. I mean, look at what happened to January—it’s history.

Happily, I found a couple of new titles in the library’s collection that should help me accomplish my goals

(somehow “goals” sound better than “resolutions”).

Confession: I do not have a great relationship with physical activity. And the aches and pains that come with aging do not make it easier. This is why I am excited to try the 28-day plan explained in Suzy Reading’s “Sit to Get Fit: Change the Way You Sit in 28 Days for Health, Energy and Longevity.” If I can improve my sitting routine in order to be more t, I’m all in. I hope you are, too.

The other title that intrigues me is “Coffee Self-Talk: 5 Minutes a Day to Start Living Your Magical Life” by Kristen Helmstetter. Mostly I am a positive person, but the last few years have been hard, and I know I am not alone. I am also not a “touchy-feely” person, so when I see the word “af rmation” in the subject headings, I tend to back away. However, I do desire peace of mind, so if this selfhelp guide encourages me to embrace a mental routine for positivity and energy, once again, I’m all in.

Stay warm, keep safe, and happy energy and thoughts to all.

New at the Library

FICTION

“The Cabinet of Dr. Leng” by Douglas J. Preston.

“The Game is a Footnote” by Vicki Delaney.

“Preacher’s Purge” by William W. Johnstone.

NONFICTION

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Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers

TAYLER BRADLEY FOR THE SENTINEL

February is not only a month for love; it is also the month when two professional football teams battle it out for a championship on Superbowl Sunday. This day is filled with so much fun, great friends, and, of course, yummy food. The best foods to serve on this iconic Sunday are finger foods. They are easy to grab so you don’t miss a second of the game.   I love quick-grab snacks because I can pop them right in my mouth, and no one knows how many of them I eat. These are usually the best tasting, and that seems to be my weakness. One of my favorites is baconwrapped jalapeno poppers. They have a nice little kick of heat with a cheesy filled center. Of course, the bacon wrapped around them is the perfect salty finishing touch. I will make these throughout the year even when there isn’t a party because they are so good.

When I do make these, I have to split the pan in half because my family likes to add a sprinkle of brown sugar to the tops of some of them. It knocks down

some of the heat and gives them a sweet touch. My mom likes them like this because she doesn’t really enjoy spicy things.

Bacon-wrapped jalapenos poppers never last very long at our house, that’s for sure.

This coming Sunday we already know you will be making these poppers to take to the party. The real question, is what team will you be cheering for?

Ingredients:

• 8 ounces of cream cheese, softened

• ½ teaspoon of garlic powder

• ½ teaspoon of onion powder

• ½ teaspoon of salt

• ¼ teaspoon of black pepper

• 8 ounces of Mexican blend shredded cheese

• 10 - 12 medium jalapeno peppers

• 14 - 20 pieces of bacon (this usually equals about 1 package)

• Optional brown sugar

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees

2. Line a sheet pan with wax paper or aluminum foil (makes for easy cleaning; you can also give it a little spray with non-stick spray to keep it from sticking.)

3. Take your jalapeno peppers and cut them in half. Devein them, take out all of the seeds, and set aside.

4. In a large bowl add your softened cream cheese, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder and cream together. Add in the shredded cheese and mix so it is fully incorporated.

5. Fill each jalapeno half with a spoonfull of the cream cheese mixture. I usually push it in a little and level it out so it is not overflowing.

6. Wrap a piece of uncooked bacon around the filled pepper. Place it on your cooking sheet.

7. Repeat steps 5-6 until all of the peppers are filled and wrapped.

8. This is the time when you can put the optional sprinkle of brown sugar on top of the bacon. I usually do half and half.

9. Bake for about 25 minutes. Then broil for about 3 minutes to help the bacon crisp up.

10. Let them cool, serve, and enjoy!

“Life on Delay: Making Peace with a Stutter” by John Hendrickson.

Master Slave Husband Wife: An Epic Journey from Slavery to Freedom” by Ilyon Woo.

“The Small-Scale Poultry Flock: An All-Natural

Approach to Raising and Breeding Chickens and Other Fowl for Home and Market Growers” by Harvey Ussery. CHILDREN

“The Corgi and the Queen” written by Caroline L. Perry, illustrated by Lydia Corry.

“How Do Dinosaurs Learn to Be Kind?” written by Jane Yolen, illustrated by Mark Teague.

“Sincerely Sicily” by Tamika Burgess.

This is just a small sampling of the many new titles added each week to the Fort Vancouver Regional Library District collection. Visit the district’s 15 locations, our website at www.fvrl.org, or call (360) 906-5000 to reserve titles or nd additional listings.

The Postscript

Barely Remembered

“The worst thing,” I told my mother, “was when you made us eat venison sausages for lunch. That sausage lasted forever!”

I am visiting my parents, and we somehow got to discussing our less-than-favorite foods. My mother always made wonderful school lunches with fresh fruit and a homemade cookie. But memory is fickle. What I remember most clearly was when my father brought home from work what seemed to me, as an elementary-schoolage kid, a venison sausage the size of a baseball bat, and I had to eat sandwiches made from it— forever, as I recall.

“That was not the worst thing,” my father said.

“No, you’re right,” I agreed. “The worst thing was when you made tongue sandwiches. I didn’t eat those.”

“When did I make you a tongue sandwich?” my mother asked.

“You made it for my lunch!”

“How did you know it was tongue?” she asked.

“It had bumps!” I told her, suddenly reliving the experience.

“It couldn’t have had many bumps,” my mother said.

“How many bumps do you think it needs for an 8-year-old to refuse to eat it?” I asked. My mother laughed. She’s not a fan of tongue, either.

We were talking after dinner. My husband, Peter, and I were visiting my parents in their home “up north.” We were having my mother’s pumpkin bars for dessert and talking about old times and relatives I barely remembered—if at all.

I knew my mother’s father had a brother named Evald, and I knew they used to go fishing. I remember my grandmother saying that grandpa was not going up north to fish but to drink beer with Evald. I figured with 11 kids to raise and 50 cows to milk, drinking a little beer with Evald once

-Carrie Classon

a year wasn’t the worst thing a guy could do.

“I’ve never seen the house you lived in when you were little!” I told my mom.

“It’s in kind of sad shape, last I saw,” she told me. “But it’s still there. You need a tour!”

“I do,” I agreed.

Memory is a funny thing. It seems to disappear completely, then slaps us with a vivid clarity—like an image of the bumps on a tongue sandwich eaten (or not eaten) 50 years ago.

I’m going to take a tour of the house my mother and her siblings grew up in the next chance I get. Even if the old farmhouse isn’t looking as fine as it used to, even if it’s been empty for a long time.

I’d like to hear what memories my mom has when she sees it again and try to imagine some of the things that are now barely remembered.

“That was not the worst thing,” my father said again. “We didn’t make you eat the worst thing.”

“What was the worst thing?” I asked him, trying to think what could be worse than a tongue sandwich in elementary school.

“You remember what your Uncle Evald gave us?” my dad asked my mom.

“No!” my mother said.

Uncle Evald lived off the land, up in the north woods, occasionally driving a school bus, from what my mother said.

“It was canned bear meat. In a jar. The fat had separated from the rest of it.”

“I don’t think I ever saw that,” my mother said.

“That wasn’t the worst of it,” my dad continued. “There was hair in the jar!”

“No!” my mother said.

“There was,” my dad said. “So, it could have been worse than venison sausage for lunch.”

I had to admit, my dad was right. Photos and other news can be found at CarrieClasson.com.

Benjamin Franklin

One of the most interesting characters of the American Revolutionary era and the history of the fledgling United States of America is Benjamin Franklin. He was an important part of the revolution but he was also so much more. He was a writer, an inventor, a politician and statesman. He was an educator, thinker and reader even though he only went to school for two years. He was never the President of the United States of America, but he is more famous than some of them. At one time he was the richest man in America.

Ben Franklin was born in Boston, Massachusetts on January 17, 1706. If he were still alive he would be 317 years old. He had 16 brothers and sisters. His dad had his own business making candles and soap but with 17 kids there was never much money. Ben loved to read and learn but when he was 10 his dad made him quit going to school. Parents had to pay tuition in those days or pay for a private tutor if they wanted their kids to learn. Ben’s dad made him work in the chandler’s shop from the time he was 10 until he was 12. That was when Ben’s dad apprenticed Ben to his brother. It was agreed that Ben would work for his brother for free and in exchange Ben’s brother would teach him how to be a printer. When Ben was 17 he ran away from Boston and ended up in Philadelphia. Where he would end up owning his own print business and newspaper.

Did you know?

Ben Franklin was very interested in anatomy. He had more portraits painted of himself than any other person from that time.

The state of Tennessee was originally called the state of Franklin.

He became an abolitionist and freed all of his slaves.

Although sailors discovered the Gulf Stream in the Atlantic Ocean Ben is given credit for mapping it.

Ben wanted the United States to have free public schools.

Being a curious person made Benjamin Franklin look at the world around him very carefully. He wanted to learn everything he could and when he encountered a problem he would work very hard to solve it. This is how Ben became an inventor. He invented bi-focal lenses for glasses. Another invention that is still used today is the Franklin Stove. For a very long time houses were warmed using fireplaces. The fireplaces were smoky and used a lot of wood. His new stove limited the smoke, put out more heat and used less wood. His most famous experiment was lightning. Ben had read about electricity and he thought lightning was a natural form of it. Ben invented the lightning rod after that day. Many houses got struck by lightning and caught fire so he thought if he could move the electrical current he could help stop the fires. Ben was so worried about house fires he even started the first volunteer fire department in America.

Learn how to draw Ben Franklin, see all the cool stuff he invented and learn more about the life of this amazing man from American History.

READ ALL ABOUT IT

Who Was Ben Franklin?

By Dennis Brindell Fradin

Ben and Me

By Robert Lawson Science Museum

The Ben Franklin Book of Easy and Incredible Experiments

By The Franklin Institute Science Museum

S PORTS

Goldendale Wrestling District Results

AUDREY HILL FOR THE SENTINEL

The Goldendale Boys Wrestling team traveled to Granger to compete in Districts Friday night. They all battled hard on the mats to see who would get to continue their season and move on to Regionals to compete in Highland this Saturday.

The top five wrestlers of each weight class will be competing there.

The Goldendale boys did well and will be sending five wrestlers to Regionals. Mathew Gray placed second at weight class 145. Storey Woodbury placed third at weight class 134. Raymond Holycross placed third at weight class 152.

placed fi fth in weight class 152. Baeden Lee placed fi fth at weight

class 172 and Lorenzo Lummio placed sixth at 172. The Goldendale Girls

The Wolves are on to Districts

TAYLER

BRADLEY FOR THE SENTINEL

This was the fi nal week of league play for the Goldendale Timberwolves boys basketball team. These last two games would decide if they would continue their season on to Districts. Both of the matchups would be against teams they already played and beat earlier this season. Only time would tell what their fate would be, and all they could do was control their game and play their best.

Last week on Tuesday the 31st, the Wolves waited for their turn to take the court in front of a home crowd for their battle against Mabton. It wasn’t going to be easy— Mabton was fighting for the same thing, a win that would take them farther in the season. In the fi rst quarter, Mabton killed it out on the court, outscoring the Wolves by seven points. The boys were struggling to fi nd a groove, and Mabton took advantage of it. As they continued to play into the second quarter, Mabton found more opportunities to score and further advanced. By the end of the fi rst half, the Wolves trailed by 10.

They had a lot of ground to make up and plenty of time to do it. The Wolves came out of the locker room with a whole new hype, and it showed. They scored 21 points in the third quarter, now only trailing by two. A victorious ending was in reach—all they had to do was play their game and keep Mabton away from the hoop. Unfortunately, Mabton was able to break their defense and fi nd the basket. In the end, Mabton took the win, and the Wolves took a tough loss. The fi nal score was 52-59.   This was a hard week. The boys knew their District dreams were still within reach, and it had come down to this final game. They could continue their season depending on their final game against Kittitas. They loaded the bus up for another trip over the pass with hopes that it wouldn’t be their last. As the fans watched the ball go up and down the court during some intensive play, it all came down to the fi nal quarter. Kittitas wasn’t letting this game go because it was just as important to them as well. The Wolves tried with all that they had

but just couldn’t get the lead. The Wolves lost with a fi nal score of 48-53. Fortunately for the Wolves, they had one fi nal chance.

Kittitas and Goldendale would have to face each other one more time for the final spot in the District tournament. The Timberwolves walked out onto the court with confidence that was present for all four quarters. Each of these boys played a great game and took advantage of opportunities when they could. This game was no contest as the Wolves took down Kittitas with ease. The fi nal score was 56-33. This win allowed the boys to gain a spot in the District tournament. What a way to throw a little excitement in at the last minute!

The District tournament is a double-elimination bracket, so they will have a couple of chances to work towards their goals. The first game was played on February 7 against Columbia-Burbank. You can fi nd the bracket information and team match-ups on www. ewacathletics.com. Be sure to follow along and cheer on the Wolves.

Wrestling team also competed this past week in SubRegionals, and the top eight

of each weight class will go to Regionals this Saturday in Warden. The team placed

fi fth at Sub-Regionals and will be sending eight wrestlers to Regionals. Kali Watson placed second at weight class 130. Madison Kiemele placed second at weight class 135. Jordan Kiemele placed third at weight class 125. Ari Bartholomew placed fi fth at weight class 140. Emily Cazares placed eighth at weight class 115, and Brielle Star placed eighth at weight class 130.

All of these hard-working athletes will be preparing this week to be ready for Regional Competition. Congratulations, and good luck!

Goldendale Girls Basketball

AUDREY HILL FOR THE SENTINEL

Last week the Goldendale Girls Basketball Team took on the Mabton Vikings in a home game Tuesday night. The Timberwolves had previously played the Vikings last month, ending the game with a loss for a score of 35-67. The Wolves have taken on some tough teams this season and were ready to prove themselves in another game. The Timberwolves defense did their best to keep the Vikings’ score down and showed improvement from their previous game against the Vikings, but they ended the

game with a loss for a score of 33-47.

The Lady Wolves also took this game to celebrate their senior players. Mackenzie Dahl, Gwendolyn Gilliam, Jorgia Bean, and Hannah Scarola were all honored during the game for their commitment to the sport and the team. After the night’s celebrations and loss, they had to get back to work preparing to take on the Kittitas Coyotes Thursday night. The Timberwolves played the Coyotes last month and came out with a Wolves win for a score of 49-35. The team was excited to get back in their winning groove in prepa-

ration for Districts. They crushed the Coyotes, ending the game with a score of 41-31.

This week the Timberwolves will kick off District play with Round 1 being held in Warden against the Warden Cougars on Tuesday. This game will be followed by the second round of Districts to be held this Saturday, the 11th. The game will either be against Tri-Cities Prep or Cle ElumRoslyn. The location of Saturday’s game is yet to be determined.

Congratulations and good luck, Timberwolves!

Victor Canche

F WELL DONE: Goldendale Boys and Girls wrestlers performed well enough to send some to Regionals.