Goldendale Sentinel July 12, 2023

Goldendale, Washington

WEDNESDAY, JULY 12, 2023

KVH names Hatfield

new CEO

healthcare.”

The Klickitat Valley Health (KVH) Board of Commissioners has named Jonathan Hatfield as new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the hospital effective October 6. He will replace Leslie Hiebert, who has accepted a CEO position with the Rural Health Enterprise, an organization serving over 25 rural hospitals in Washington.

“We are pleased to share that Jonathan will be leading the hospital district as Chief Executive Officer,” said Crystal Scott, KVH board president. “Leslie has provided tremendous leadership for the District, and we are grateful for her commitment to serving our community. We are confident Jonathan is the right person to lead our team into our next chapter. Like Leslie, Jonathan is a community-minded leader who is passionate about quality, rural

Hiebert has led the District as superintendent and chief executive officer since 2013. Prior to serving as CEO, she held the position of Chief Financial Officer at KVH for five years. In addition to her work at KVH, she is also a board member for the Washington State Hospital Association.

“It has been an honor to serve the Hospital District and the community for the last 14 years. I have been blessed to work with such gifted and loyal staff and a committed board of directors,” said Hiebert.

An experienced healthcare administrative director with significant operational experience, Hatfield has been with KVH for 18 years. As part of a succession plan that began five years ago, Hatfield pivoted from his role as director of information technology and

compliance to chief operating officer in preparation for Hiebert’s departure in October.

“Jonathan is a dedicated leader, as evidenced not only by his nearly two decades of service at KVH but also by his years of senior leadership as director of information technology and compliance,” said Connie Pond, board commis-

See KVH page A8

Auditor resigns from City of Toppenish

LOU MARZELES EDITOR

In a terse and contrarian letter dated June 11, Klickitat County Auditor Heather Jobe gave notice for her job as administrative services director for the City of Toppenish. Her final day there is July 31 this year.

Demo Derby a smashing success

ZACHARY VILLAR FOR THE SENTINEL

The air was filled with the sound of revving engines, crashing metal, and exploding fireworks on the Fourth of July here in Goldendale during the Demolition Derby and Fireworks show presented by the ABATE of Washington Columbia Gorge Chapter.

It was the first Demo Derby held in Goldendale since 2017 when it was still being run by the Goldendale Junior Chamber of Commerce (Jaycees). It was a hot day, with temperatures reaching 97 degrees, but that didn’t stop a huge crowd from filling the grandstands to capacity by 4:30 p.m. when the Derby grand opening kicked off with an American Legion-led national anthem and Pledge of Allegiance.

The cars, drivers, and crews participating in the Demolition Derby then rode into the rough dirt of the rodeo arena. Riding in their Frankenstein-ish vehicles spraypainted wildly with car nicknames and the names of the local businesses sponsoring them, they lined up in their windowless and beaten-but-running cars and waved at the audience. These were the machines that they would soon be used to smash into

each other in the hopes of being the last car left alive.

The cars filed out civilly, saving the vehicular mayhem for the competition, while the arena was opened to bike and quad barrel racing to whet the crowd’s appetite. Motorbikes and 4-wheel off-roaders wove through a configuration of barrels with their machine-gun engines cracking the air. After this, the Demo Derby proper began with the Big Car class, featuring rounds where four cars started in opposite corners of the arena, revving their engines in anticipation. The flag waved for them to start, and the battle began. Some cars took a defensive stance, maneuvering themselves into an advantageous position where their Achilles heel (the engine) could not be struck.

Others rushed into the offensive, trusting the strength of their attack would triumph in the collision of metal as they struck their opponents with either the front or back of their cars.

Cars were pinned against massive concrete blocks, unable to move, dented beyond drivability, or struck in the sweet spot that rendered the vehicles inoperable. When this occurred, they would wave a white flag, and the other cars would cease their attacks.

Eventually there was only one car left moving through the wreckage of dead cars leaking fluids and billowing gray smoke. This winner advanced to the next round. After the big car class came the compact cars in which 10 or so cars were packed into the arena for a chaotic free-for-all. This continued into the evening with more barrel racing occurring between demolition heats. At the end of the night, trophies and cash prizes were awarded to participants whose cars conquered all, and the crowd was rewarded for staying out in the heat all day and cheering on the drivers with spectacular fireworks.

Winners at the end of the day were as follows: for the People’s Choice, Todd Nunn won in compact; Maverick Frantum won in big car; Lane Baze won compact time trials; and Todd Nunn won big car time trials. Hardest Hit compact went to Alex Buchanan, and the big car the prize went to Chad Gilk. For the main event, in compact cars Lane Baze won first place, Charlie Wait second, and Alex Buchanan third. For the big car main event, first prize went to Keegan Gilk, second to Todd Nunn, and Dale Arp came in third.

Despite the general success of

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Jobe began work in Toppenish during her campaign for county auditor last year and only a little more than a month after winning office. She did not let it be publicly known during the campaign that she intended to keep her job in Toppenish if she won the election. Asked about the Toppenish job during the campaign, she said only that if she won the election, she would take office on January 1. Once in office, she defended her decision to stay in Toppenish, saying the

position would not detract from her county duties, adding the office of auditor (and other elected county positions, she stated) was not in fact full-time.

On her Facebook page recently, Jobe offered an explanation for her resignation in Toppenish, while taking exception to The Sentinel “So who’s ready for the next round of Fact or Fiction?” she began on Facebook. “It appears

The Goldendale Sentinel is, as Lou [Marzeles, editor of the paper] is already asking other people why I resigned from my position [in Toppenish]. So before Lou puts his spin on things, here’s the truth.”

The Sentinel ran opinion pieces earlier this year against Jobe’s decision to hold a fulltime position while heading the

See JOBE page A8

ZACHARY VILLAR

TAKE THAT!: The return of the Demolition Derby this Fourth of July was a resounding success.

LEAVING POST: Klickitat County Auditor Heather Jobe, speaking here at a City of Toppenish city council meeting earlier this year, has resigned her position as the City’s director of administrative services.

LOU MARZELES

EVERYONE LOVES A PARADE: The Community Days Parade Saturday was long and fun, with what seemed like half the population of Goldendale lining Columbus Avenue. See more parade pictures on page B5.

KVH

NEW CEO: Jonathan Hatfield will become KVH’s new CEO in October.

UTC fines CenturyLink for illegal telephone disconnections during pandemic

Last week, the Utilities and Transportation Commission issued an initial order fining CenturyLink Communications LLC, doing business as Lumen Technologies, $923,000 for involuntarily disconnecting or suspending nearly 1,000 telephone accounts during the COVID-19 pandemic.

A UTC administrative law judge found that Lumen unlawfully disconnected 923 customers from service during Gov. Inslee’s emergency proclamation that lasted from March 2020

through Sept. 30, 2021.

The order assessed a $1,000 penalty per violation to address the serious and harmful impacts to the public.

Lumen argued it should not be penalized because the disconnections were inadvertent and only affected a small percentage of its customers.

When considering the penalty amount, the order said:

“These violations are both serious and harmful to the public. . . In this case,

923 individual customers were unlawfully disconnected from service during a time when the Governor of Washington determined that telecommunication service is an essential service, and that maintaining access to such service was essential to protect the health and welfare of Washington residents.”

The order goes on to say: “[Lumen’s arguments]... in no way alter our assessment of the impact on the businesses, households, and individuals who were

deprived of their means of connecting with employers, loved ones, and emergency services during a global health crisis…”

On May 29, 2020, due to spread of the COVID-19 virus in Washington state and the high risk it posed to the state’s most vulnerable populations, Gov. Inslee issued emergency proclamation 20-23.2 prohibiting all telecommunications providers in Washington from disconnecting any residential customers from telecommunications service

Newhouse introduces legislation to support tribal law enforcement, protect Native communities

Thursday Reps. Dan Newhouse (R-WA), Derek Kilmer (D-WA), and Sharice Davids (R-KS) introduced the Parity for Tribal Law Enforcement Act to improve hiring and increase retention for tribal law enforcement officers in order to better protect native communities and help address the crisis of missing and murdered indigenous women and girls (MMIW).

“Native tribes in Central Washington and across the nation are encountering significant barriers in recruiting and retaining

law enforcement officers for their reservation lands,” said Rep. Newhouse. “While their communities are combatting the crisis of missing and murdered indigenous women and high crime rates, they need to be wellequipped to protect families and local businesses. The Parity for Tribal Law Enforcement Act will empower our law enforcement officers with the necessary resources to ensure the safety of both tribal and non-tribal communities.”

“It’s important for the fed-

eral government to respect tribal sovereignty and strengthen public safety,” said Rep. Kilmer. “I’m proud to help introduce the bipartisan Parity for Tribal Law Enforcement Act with Representatives Newhouse and Davids so that we can take steps to improve the prevention, investigation, and prosecution of crimes in Indian Country – and ensure that Tribes across the region can recruit and retain the law enforcement officers they need to serve their communities.”

“Improving the recruitment and retention of tribal law enforcement officers is vital to increasing public safety in tribal communities,” said Rep. Davids. “I am proud to join my colleagues in leading this important legislation, which removes administrative barriers and gives tribal law enforcement officers increased access to the same federal benefits, including retirement benefits, as other federal law enforcement officers.”

due to nonpayment.

On April 6, 2022, the commission, through its staff, filed a complaint against CenturyLink after discovering the company disconnected customers during the governor’s moratorium on disconnections.

Staff identified the violations after a data request to all telecommunications

companies following the end of the moratorium on disconnections.

The company has 20 days to request review by the UTC commissioners.

CenturyLink is the largest local telephone company in Washington, serving approximately 650,000 residential and business lines.

G OLDENDALE ’ S A TTIC

Answer to last week´s Mystery Picture

This week’s Goldendale’s Attic Mystery Picture

Ah, a dog out walking its people. Near a convenient tree, because you never knew when Nature might call. Who is this charming couple posing for the

photograph? When was this taken? Why? What’s the dog’s name? Can you name all the cattle in the background? All we really know is that this picture

ran in The Sentinel sometime, lost in the annals of yesteryear. If you know anything about it, please drop us an email (info@ goldendalesentinel.com),

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

We were able to fi nd most of the names for the people in last week’s Goldendale’s Attic Mystery Picture even though we were not able to fi nd where the picture ran in The Sentinel. We did, however, fi nd the why of the picture which is what most of our identifiers recalled. The picture is of the new Subway inside what was then known as The Market Place, formerly a B&W Drive-In, and now Triple D Corner Market and Subway has been replaced by Bird Shack Fried Chicken. The picture we found in The Sentinel’s archives was published April 30, 1998 with the following caption: GOODBYE B&W, HELLO MARKET PLACE – Chad and Denise Ross have taken over operations at the old B&W Drive-In. The new name of the business will be The Market Place. The

Ross family bought the longtime business from the Green family who operated it for many years. Chad and Denise have big plans for the business located on Highway 97 and Broadway Street in Goldendale. Denise has gone to Connecticut to train for Subway school. The Ross’s were granted a Subway sandwich franchise and will be opening a Subway shop sometime in May. The old B&W hamburger guy landmark that was taken away during the renovation, will also be back at The Marketplace, according to the new owners. The people in the picture are: back row, left to right: unknown, Devon Amidon, Brynn McConkey, Kadee Amidon, Denise Ross, Jesh Hopper, and Sherri Stewart. Front row, left to right: Edie Randall, Amanda Gilliam, Celie Foster, Fae Blair, unknown.

Exploring Goldendale’s roots

July 12, 1913 – 110 Years Ago

Klickitat County furnished two of the 165 veterans sent to the Gettysburg reunion on a special train by the State of Washington, and both were wearers of the Gray. James Chamberlain arrived on the Gettysburg Battlefield in 1863 on his twenty-fi fth birthday, and if the Washington special got there as scheduled, he arrived at the reunion on his seventy-fi fth birthday. Rufus Eller was a member of Company B, First North Carolina Infantry. He enlisted March 1, 1862, and served until he was taken prisoner at Spotsylvania in 1864. He served in 40 regular engagements besides the Battle of Gettysburg.

July 5, 1923 – 100 Years Ago

No president of the United States ever toured the country whose addresses are being listened to by more people than those of President Harding. Besides the thousands who have personally heard him, thousands more have been enabled to hear his speeches through the medium of the radio. This was demonstrated in Goldendale yesterday afternoon, when five hundred people gathered at the high school auditorium and heard the President’s Portland speech, word by word distinct and understandable, as it was broadcast from the Oregonian tower in Portland.

July 9, 1953 – 70 Years Ago

Last Thursday night the usually quiet and peaceful Main Street of Goldendale was the scene of a rather amusing and unusual event. At fi rst onlookers might have thought some sort of early Fourth of July celebration and parade was taking place, judging from the procession marching down the street and the long line of cars blaring their horns. But it wasn’t anything of the sort. It was a charivari. Mr. and Mrs. Harley Clark had been married for several months and thought they had escaped that fate so common to newlyweds, but about 10 o’clock Thursday night their peaceful evening at her parent’s home was shattered when a mob of their friends burst in both the front and back doors. Betty Jean and Harley were brought, in separate cars, to Main Street, where their “friends” had a little wagon, complete with tin cans tied behind, all ready. Betty had to pull Harley down Main Street in the Wagon, with tin cans clanking, from in front of the Richfield Service Station to the Dairy Bar, then Harley pulled her back. After the comical event Harley exclaimed that it wasn’t too bad especially when he was riding.

July 4, 1963 – ZIP code on all mail

Standing for Zone Improvement Plan, ZIP codes for most of Klickitat County have been announced. Up to 24 hours can be sliced from the time between deposit and delivery postmasters have commented. The five-digit code, which went into effect July 1, should be used when sending or receiving mail. It should follow the city and state address. Zip codes have been assigned to 10 post offices in Klickitat County. Mr. Zip, an orange-skulled, blue-suited cartoon mailman, is the symbol for the new mailing system. Over 550 regional distribution centers have been made part of this system.

July 4, 1970 – 53 Years Ago

One of Goldendale’s foremost exponents of the “Good Neighbor Policy” recently lost a piece of thumb while engaged in one of his good deeds. There’s no humor here—in fact, there was sincere regret on the part of the recipient of the favor, and for Good Neighbor Clem Zielinski there was both pain and inconvenience—not a very good reward for one who does a lot for others as part of his way of life.

July 3, 2003 – 20 Years Ago

New Hope Farms celebrated its 25th anniversary with friends, family, face-painting, singing, and a barbecue. The home for disabled adults owes its beginnings to Rainbow Acres, a working ranch for disabled adults in Arizona. Two Baptist pastors with $145 between them set out to prove that mentally disabled adults could live happy productive lives when placed in a supportive, yet challenging environment. With Rainbow Acres’ success, others followed their example. New Hope’s founders, Wally and Marlene Fenton and Larry and Joy Goehner, saw fi rst-hand what the resident ranchers in Arizona could accomplish and what it meant in their lives. They had a vision of developing a similar Christian living experience in Washington. Fenton’s parents, who owned a ranch on the Bickleton Highway, six miles east of Goldendale, donated 20 acres, a barn, and a ranch house.

Lefever

This week’s story is the continuation of last week’s, from June 28, 1923, titled “Pioneer Reunion is Attended by Many”

Those present, who were given blue ribbons, representing pioneers of fifty years or more, were the following, with the years stated in which they came to Klickitat county:

R. W. Fenton, Goldendale, Wash., 1872

Elsie E Stout, Goldendale, Wash., 1871

W. C. Burgen, Goldendale, Wash.,1860

Mrs. E. A. Levins, Goldendale, Wash., 1871

Mrs. T. L. Masters, Goldendale, Wash., 1868

Mrs. C.O. Barnes, Goldendale, Wash., 1862

William Morehead, Wahkiacus Wash., 1870

A. H. Stark, Goldendale, Wash., 1873

Frank Fenton, Goldendale, Wash., 1872

Mrs. Margaret Kreps, Laurel, Wash., 1872

Mrs. Robert Ferguson, Goldendale, Wash., 1863

Mrs. Marion E. Wing, Goldendale, Wash., 1872

Wm. Schuster, Goldendale, Wash., 1866

Mrs. S. I. Bunnell, Goldendale, Wash., 1859

Mrs. Jennie Whitney, Goldendale, Wash., 1864

In the evening occurred the annual meeting of the Klickitat Academy Students’ Association, held in the high school auditoriuma fitting closing of the dayfor Klickitat Academy was the pioneer institution of higher education in Klickitat County. This meeting was presided over by C.E. Crooks, president of the association, and was largely attended by old students, their friends and families and friends of the pioneer institution. Particularly was this meeting a success, many members of the association coming from distant quarters of the state and from Oregon to attend the meeting. One came from Idaho and another from San Francisco to attend

the meeting. All members present enjoyed themselves so thoroughly that they left with the avowed intention of returning next year, if possible to do so.

The fore part of the evening was taken up by the rendition of a program, which was open to the public, and was as follows:

Selection, I.O.O.F. Band Invocation, Rev. F. W. Carstens.

Address of welcome, C.E. Crooks, President of the Association.

Male Quartet, John R. McEwen, Ed Mort, M. W. Chapman and R. M. Spoon.

Historian, Mrs. Libbie Hornibrook Norris.

Piano Solo, Mrs. Minnie Wade Myers.

Address, Dr. Frederick Carstens, of Seattle, former pastor of the local Baptist church and at one time assistant principal in Klickitat Academy.

Vocal Solo, Geo. W. Lawler.

Hebrew Sketch, John R. McEwen and C. E. Crooks

Following this, refreshments consisting of ice cream, coffee, and cake were served. This part of the evening’s entertainment was open to the association members and their

families only, and fully 150 were present. Afterwards different members were called upon to make speeches, many of which were inclined to lend a spirit of humor to the occasion. The election of officers also took place, and Mrs. W. D. Norris was elected president, F. A Smith, vicepresident, and Z. O. Brooks, secretary-treasurer.

The meeting broke up at a late hour, all loath to depart and fi rmly of the opinion-to return next year and help make the 3rd annual meeting a bigger success.

—Richard

Klickitat County Historical Society

Support the Parks and Rec levy for its programs

Goldendale is a wonderful place full of resources for an active lifestyle. Health these days sometimes gets put on the back burner, but it is vital to our wellbeing, and Central Klickitat County Parks and Recreation District (CKCPRD) puts that idea first. They do all they can to provide a variety of opportunities for a healthy lifestyle for all ages.

The levy has to pass with a super majority, or 60%, so it will take each and every one of us to reach that goal. CKCPRD encourages everyone to come out and vote in support of the levy to keep our active community thriving.

Guest Column Tayler Bradley

When you hear Central Klickitat County Parks and Rec many people automatically think of the pool, and they would be correct. Every activity and resource the pool provides—swimming lessons, water aerobics, open swim days, lifeguards, and more—are all provided through CKCPRD. But that is not the only activity managed by them. They also take care of the youth soccer and football programs within the area, the disc golf course next to the pool, the community gardens, the outdoor exercise station area, local trails along the Little Klickitat by the pool, the Polar Plunge, and summer youth camps.

Providing a safe and healthy location for all ages to live a fun and healthy lifestyle is one of the highest priorities of CKCPRD.

Each of the programs and exercise opportunities has a low or manageable cost or is free to the community. Parks and Rec want everyone to be able to have access to each opportunity so they can grow and have fun while staying active. CKCPRD can do this because of the previous operations and maintenance levy that was passed in 2017—and that will expire this year.

The current levy is based on 27 cents per $1,000 of assessed property value. The renewal levy that will appear on the ballot August 1 will raise the cost by 2 cents per $1,000 of assessed property value, putting it at 29 cents. The increase is minimal but needed because of the loss of Covid grants the organization had been receiving, the increase in minimum wage, and the increase in programs being offered. For example, if your assessed value is $200,000 it will come to $58 per year or $4.83 per month. CKCPRD would appreciate your support in helping this levy pass as it is about 64% of their yearly budget to help keep each program operational.

What happens if it doesn’t pass? “Without the operations and maintenance levy, we would not be able to do all the programs we are doing,” says CKCPRD Executive Director Lori Anderson. “The swimming pool would not open, no summer camps.” Aside from the pool, each of the youth programs may not continue either, which would mean no soccer, football, or camps for the kids who enjoy playing and learning throughout the year. Without the levy, admission prices could go up, but that is not something CKCPRD wants to do. Having an active community also helps attract and retain employees and business within the area. All of which is to say, this levy is vital to the continuing healthy lifestyle that CKCPRD promotes and helps provide.

The community has enjoyed the programs and opportunities provided by CKCPRD. “It is a huge benefit to our community and the healthy lifestyle that we promote,” says Lori.

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 C

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 contacted by some-one higher up. That person has not contacted me after more than a week so I am following through on what I told the bank contacts I was going to do—write a letter to the editor to be sure local folks are aware of how Columbia Bank is choosing to deal with its account holders. My concern is that a comment as broad as this opens the door for abuse. I have had no difficulties with our local branch and am sorry that the headquarters has decided to take such a hard line. It ap-pears I will need to look for a bank that does not behave in this manner.

Ken Margraf Goldendale

Letters from the community

Encouraged

I was encouraged after reading Olga Hodges’ comments reported in a recent issue of The Sentinel and am grateful she is on the library board. I wonder if her detractors would have been offended if she had ended her comments with “Go Mariners” instead of “Christ Conquers.”

James

Kreiser Goldendale

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We support her

After hearing what was said at the library meeting on June 26, the Goldendale Pride Alliance wants our community to know we support

Libraries are meant for all people and all subjects. Even if a subject makes someone nervous or uncomfortable, those books need to be in the library. Taking books away or banning books is not the answer and never will be. The answer is to put books in the correct locations that are age appropriate for the section. There are all sorts of books for gay pride that support inclusion for all ages, and it’s ok for kids to see and read those books. Having a small section in the library celebrating gay pride month during the month of June will do no harm to anyone. In fact, it will make some people feel more welcomed in the library because maybe they are part of the LGBTQ community. There is a good number of people in the LGBTQ

Guidelines for Letters

community in our very own small community of Goldendale. Taking the pride section away in the library could cause people to be excluded. That can and will cause fear and hate in our very own community, and that should never happen. Sadly, though, that happens often in our very own community. The Goldendale Pride Alliance is a nonprofit organization here in Goldendale, and we support inclusion, community, love, and acceptance. We do not stand for hate of any kind. We stand with and support our local library and its staff, especially Terra McLeod.

Goldendale Pride Alliance: Andy Halm, Kurt Ross, Kent Apostol, and Josh Van Horn

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Help support the cause

Mt. Adams Resource Stewards (MARS) is inviting area residents to join them on Friday, July 14, at 5 p.m. for the Fourth Annual Pig Roast, Potluck, and Open House at Camp Draper. MARS will furnish the beverages and the meats. If you are able to attend, please bring a side dish, salad, or dessert to share. Jay McLaughlin and his team will provide updates on their work at MARS and answer any questions you may have regarding their projects. It sounds like a lot of fun, and it’ll be a good chance to visit with friends and neighbors you don’t see as often as you would like.

Here's a reminder regarding the Glenwood Homemakers’ fi rst annual Meet and Greet gathering at Hoodenpyl Park in beautiful downtown Glenwood on

Saturday, July 15. This is a way for all of us to meet new residents and make them feel welcome and at home in our great little community. The event will begin at 4 p.m. Hotdogs, hamburgers, lemonade, and utensils will be provided. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share and a lawn chair. I have a feeling this is going to be a really fun evening.

Glenwood School Superintendent Elyse Mengarelli continues to work with various groups to expand options for courses for Glenwood high school students. Recently, four high school students signed up for the Careers in the Medical Field course that will provide those students with in-clinic rotation hours and enable them to earn an Assistant Medical Nursing

Certificate. This is a great opportunity for our students to earn high school credits and help them make decisions regarding their future education goals and plans after high school.

Cowgirls and a little cowboy from Glenwood participated in the July West Klickitat Posse Buckle Series horse playday last Sunday. I don’t have times, but Jentry, Jocee, and Jaecee Hoctor along with Aubrey Stephens and her cute little 1 ½-year-old cowboy, Pacen, had a great time despite the heat. I heard that Pacen won the large crowd over as he waved at his fans while being led around poles and barrels.

And our two great high school rodeo athletes, Joslyn Arnold and Peyton Sanchey, are now in Gillette, Wyo-

Tunnel Five firefighters are amazing

The main issue on most of our minds lately has been the Tunnel Five Fire near Underwood and the fear of it heading our way. Thankfully many, many firefighters (including ours) responded and, as Sunday’s update stated, have been instrumental in containing it down to a 35% level. If it had gotten out of hand like the one last year in Oregon near Multnomah Falls, we Lyle residents would be evacuating our homes for sure. As the fi re was being fought in the east, our fi refighters extinguished four others nearby. Praise is all I can offer our brave and capable fi re responders but if I could, I would volunteer and join their ranks or at least fund them for the equipment they need. If you are young and agile, or have a few dollars left over after paying your bills, consider offering your time or money to our Lyle District Fire Deparment. It would benefit everyone. For the record: our fi re danger level has moved to “Extreme.” With these

Campfires prohibited on local Forest Service lands

ming, for the High School National finals. We’re all eagerly awaiting news from down there. This whole community is so proud of our cowgirls and wish them much success in Gillette as they represent their community, their Klickitat County High School Rodeo Club, and their state.

Here’s another reminder to mark the dates of August 11 and 12 for the Glenwood Women’s Club rummage sale at the Grange Hall. Proceeds from this sale will help fund the cases the club puts together for foster and homeless children in the county each year, scholarships, and various community events and projects they support. Please stop by the Grange and support the Women’s Club in their annual fundraising effort.

Due to dry and hot conditions, campfi res are prohibited across both the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area and Mt. Hood National Forest as of this past Monday, July 10.

All campfi res, charcoal or briquette fi res, pellet fi res, or any other open fi res are prohibited under a Forest Order, including in developed campgrounds. Portable cooking stoves, lanterns, and heating devices using liquefied or bottled fuel, such as propane, are still allowed as they can be instantly switched off. Additionally, target shooting is temporarily prohibited because of the risk of wildfi re.

Over the last week Fire Danger Indices have quickly risen, following rain and cooler temperatures in midJune. Fire personnel antici-

pate drought, and the potential for fi res will continue to remain high or increase through September. With the current dry and warm long-range forecast, any wildfire start poses a greater threat to fi refi ghter safety, public safety, and personal property.

“With the Tunnel Five Fire west of White Salmon, and our fire fighters responding to a higher-than-average number of new starts, it’s safe to say that fi re season is here,” said Casey Gatz, Acting Agency Administrator for the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. “We ask both visitors and residents to take these restrictions seriously and to remain vigilant this summer in order to ensure our public lands are protected and preserved.”

Gorge winds, any fi re that starts can quickly spread, so please be careful.

Along those fi refi ghting lines: the sheriff’s office is asking, “Please do not fly drones anywhere close to fi refi ghting operations. If you fly, planes can’t. If a drone is detected in the area, that grounds firefighting aircraft, which delays putting out the fi re. This has happened many times across our state. It can result in high fi nes and jail time. Don’t do it please.” Now I’m not sure, but if it were my property in jeopardy, I believe I would shoot that piece of junk out of the sky.

The Twin Bridges Historical Museum is having a fundraiser yard sale on Saturday, July 22, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. If you have items you wish to donate, the best time to drop them off is next Saturday while they are open noon to 5, or call to make an appointment at (541) 993-5374. Donations are what keep the doors open and admission free, so do what you can to support our local

Goldendale students named to Dean’s List at University of Washington

Students from the Goldendale area have been named to the Dean’s List at the University of Washington for the Winter 2023 Quarter.

To qualify for the Dean’s List, a student must have completed at least 12 graded credits and have a grade

point average of at least 3.50 (out of 4). Students are notified that they have achieved this distinction when they receive their grades for the quarter.

The students are:

Karina Gonzalez, senior Mengyi Ma, junior

history. With all the work the staff did this last winter, it would be to your benefit to visit and see for yourself all the new displays. Also, there are new hours for their meetings, to 1 p.m. every second Tuesday of the month. The museum is now open to the public for the summer on Saturdays from noon to 5 p.m.

The Hideaway is advertising a “2023 Wally Rally” coming up in a couple of months. Just letting you know ahead of time so you can get your bikes and vehicles all ready. There will be more details later.

As of now, the plan is for August 5 at 10 a.m.. When I hear more, I’ll pass it along to you.

Just a quick reminder about those senior meals down at the Lions Club. You know, you don’t have to be a senior to join them for a delicious lunch. Suggested donation is $3.50 for seniors and $6.50 for everyone else, with doors opening at 10 a.m. and lunch served at noon every Tuesday.

Submit your news to Mildred E. Lykens, (509) 365-2273 or lykensme41@gmail.com.

Community Events

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WEEKLY AND MONTHLY EVENTS

Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday

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

Tuesdays & Thursdays

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

Sunday

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

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

Monday

• Programs for Peaceful Living Domestic Violence Victim support group via zoom Mondays 10 a.m. 509-773-6100 or 509-493-1533.

• The Coalition for Preventing Abuse in Klickitat County (CPAKC) 4 p.m. every 2nd Monday via Zoom. 509-773-3776 or CPAKC on Facebook.

• Yoga Zoom meeting 6-7:30 p.m. Jill Kieffer RN Instructor call to pre-register (541) 4903704

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

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

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

Tuesday

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

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

• Goldendale Junior Community Chamber 7 p.m. 2nd Tuesday of every month at Umpqua Bank. Call 509-250-0625

• Goldendale Photo Club 2nd

Tuesday of Every month 105 West Main 6 p.m. Jeanne Morgan 10-5 M-F at 509-772-2717

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

• White Salmon Farmers Market, 4 – 7 p.m. every week seasonally

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

• Soroptimist International of Goldendale, 5:30 pm the second and fourth Tuesday of the month. Dedicated to helping women and youth in our community and worldwide. All welcome. Contact Betty 509-250-3746

Wednesday

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

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

• Crochet group – 1st Wednesday of the month. 10 – 12 a.m. Open to those learning as well as those more advanced. $5, contact Wild Daffodil Sewing at 509-439-7177 or info@wilddaffodilsewing.com

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

• Gorge Farmers Co-op Pickup 4 – 6 p.m. Columbia

Grange 87, Lyle

• Beginning Quilt class 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. call 3C’s Fabric to sign up 509-261-2815

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

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

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

• Popup Café – Noon at the Mason’s Hall on Columbus until further notice.

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

• Knitting Group – 3rd

doors open at 6, starts at 6:30.

Questions contact Sharon 509310-9172

• WAGAP Mobile Food Bank

– 1st Thursday of the month: 9-11 a.m. Wishram school, 12–2 p.m. Dallesport Community Center, 3-5 p.m. Lyle Lions Club. 3rd Thursday of the month: 9-11 a.m. Trout Lake Baptist Church, 12-2 p.m. BZ Corner Community Building. Call 509-493-2662 ext 208 for more information.

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

Friday

• Bingo – 2nd & 4th Friday of the month, Mt Adams Elks Lodge 124 NE Church Ave, White Salmon. Doors open at

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

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

• Crafternoons at the Library

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

Saturday

• Lyle Lions Pancake Breakfast 1st Saturday of every month

7 a.m. -10 a.m. Omelets and ham and eggs cooked to order. Endless Pancakes. Location: Lyle Lions Community Center 5th & State Street (Hwy 14).

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

• 3rd Saturday Dinners –

3rd – 8th graders. Cost is $50 contact Kylee Barnes 509-8810166.

July 17 – 21, 2023, Cooking and Gardening Camp at the Pool: 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. 401 N. King Street, Goldendale Pool. Ages 5 – 9, register at the pool, call Jennifer Smith 541-490-8466, or go to centralklickitatparksandrecreation.com/register-for2023-summer-camps.

July 17 – 21, 2023, Camp

Jonah Adventure Day Camp: Grades 2-6 Register online at CampJonah.com or call 509395-2900.

July 18, 2023, Free Sports

Physicals: 1 – 5 p.m. ion the Goldendale High School Gym. Free sports hhysicals, impact testing for the 2023-224 season

and kick of the summer with a morning of soccer activities. Check in is at 8:30, camp starts at 9. Sponsored by Bilbe Baptist Church of Goldendale. Questions? Contact Abe at 509-2612313 or visit epicyouthcenter.org.

July 28 – 30, 2023, Klickitat Canyon Days: Join us for the 45th anniversary of Canyon Days. The events kick off with a free community move on the blacktop starting at dark on 7/28. Saturday hosts a parade, live music, vendors, a beer garden, car show, 5K run and a host of other activities for the whole family. Sunday 7/30 is the annual rubber ducky derby! Contact Taylor Jacobsen at KlickitatCanyonDays@gmail.com for vendor information.

July 28 – 29, 2023 High Prairie Community Yard sales & Firehouse Sale: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. throughout the High Prairie area and Community Center & Firehall. Contact Josh for more information 509-281-0971.

July 29 – August 3, 2023, Camp Jonah Middle School Adventure Camp: Overnight Camp for grades 6-9 Register online at CampJonah.com or call 509-395-2900.

July 31 – August 4, 2023, Water Week Camp at the Pool: 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. 401 N. King Street, Goldendale Pool. Ages 5 - 13, register at the pool, call Jennifer Smith 541-490-8466, or go to centralklickitatparksandrecreation.com/register-for-2023-summer-camps/. Some partial scholarships available.

August 7 – 11, 2023, Games/ Play Camp at the Pool: 8 a.m. –1 p.m. 401 N. King Street, Goldendale Pool. Ages 5 - 13, register at the pool, call Jennifer Smith 541-490-8466, or go to centralklickitatparksandrecreation. com/register-for-2023-summercamps/. Some partial scholarships available.

August 14 – 16, 2023, STEM Camp at the Pool : 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. 401 N. King Street, Goldendale Pool. Ages 5 - 13, register at the pool, call Jennifer Smith 541-490-8466, or go to centralklickitatparksandrecreation. com/register-for-2023-summercamps/. Some partial scholarships available.

Wednesday of the month 12:30 p.m. Open to those learning as well as those more advanced. $5, contact Wild Daffodil Sewing at 509-439-7177 or info@wilddaffodilsewing.com

Thursday

• Drinking Democratically –3rd Thursday of the month 6:30 – 8 p.m. at Ayutla’s.

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

• Bingo - Goldendale American Legion

Thursdays - card packets go on sale 6:30 p.m. game starts 7 p.m. Food available

• BingoHigh Prairie Community Center, 2nd Thursday of every month,

5:30, Bingo at 6 and the Salmon Run Grill is open from 5:30 –7:30

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

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

Bavarian Deli 5 – 7 p.m. Local

Beef brisket $25

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

Community Events

July 16 – 20, 2023 Camp

Jonah Jr. Adventure Camp: Overnight camp for grades 2-6 Register online at CampJonah. com or call 509-395-2900.

July 17 – 19, 2023 GHS Volleyball Camp: 9 a.m. – noon at the Goldendale High School gym. This camp is for incoming

(GHS & GMS). *Authorization form signed by parent/guardian required.

July 23 – 28, 2023 Camp

Jonah Kids Mission Camp: Overnight Camp for grades 4-8 Register online at CampJonah. com or call 509-395-2900.

July 24 – 28, 2023, Cooking and Gardening Camp at the Pool: 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. 401 N. King Street, Goldendale Pool. Ages 10 - 13, register at the pool, call Jennifer Smith 541-490-8466, or go to centralklickitatparksandrecreation. com/register-for2023-summercamps/. Some partial scholarships available.

July 25 – 29, 2023, Rodeo Bible

Camp: Contact email: goldendalerodeobiblecamp@ gmail.com.

July 26 – 29, 2023, Summer

Soccer Kick-Off : 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Epic Youth Center off Roosevelt in Goldendale. This is for 5th grade and up, come

August 17 – 230, 2023 Klickitat County Fair and Rodeo: The Klickitat County Fair is the premier event of the summer season in Klickitat County. Come for the Kickoff BBQ on Thursday, the NPRA Rodeo on Saturday and Sunday, Stock Sale and Steak Feed, Entertainment, Youth Livestock and Horse Show, delicious fair food. Check out the Grain King and Hay King contests, see prize winning preserves, flowers, fruits, vegetables and baked goods, fiber arts and so much more. Gates open at 8 am starting Thursday August 17th through Sunday, August 20th. If you want to participate in the parade on Saturday, August 20th, call Pat Shamek at 541-993-9560 for the details. The public events at the Fair begin on the 17th. Food or Commercial Booth Vendors contact Josh Hanning at hanningranch@ yahoo.com.

August 26, 2023, Centerville Community Church 1st Annual Cruise: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. 508 Dalles Mtn Road, Centerville, sign in is at 9 a.m. Hotdogs and snacks available – contact Guy Theriault at 808-728-8857 or Mariah Warrener at 509-2619172.

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.

September 8 – 10, 2023, Annual Huckfest: Friday 9/8 5 p.m. – midnight, Saturday 9/8 10 a.m. – midnight, Sunday 9/10 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. downtown Bingen.

September 22 – 23, 2023

High Prairie Community Yard sales & Firehouse Sale: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. throughout the High Prairie area, as well as at the Community Center & Firehall. Contact Josh for more information 509-281-0971. October 21, 2023, Glenwood Fall Bazar: More information to follow.

Diane Rochelle Morgan Warrener—wife, mother, friend to many—passed on June 9, 2023, from complications from multiple myeloma.

She was born June 13, 1944, in Tacoma, Washington, and was soon adopted by Melvin and Lena Morgan. The family resided in the Glenwood Valley in J. Neil logging camps at this time. Two years later, her brother, Brian, joined them. They resided in Glenwood until it was time for Diane to begin her education. They then moved to Battle Ground to reside on homesteaded land acquired from her maternal grandparents.

Diane attended school in the Battle Ground School District and graduated in 1962. She was very proud of the school years spent there and cherished those friendships and bonds developed over the years. She then attended Clark College, graduating in 1964. She again made many new and

Diane Warrener

lasting friendships while there.

As Diane entered the workforce, she tried her hand in the floral trade and then became employed at Western Farmers on Swan Island. At this time, she married Wayne Pierce and lived in Camas, Washington. Their daughter was born in December 1968. She was also blessed that her brother Brian safely returned from South Vietnam for Rochelle's birth.

Wayne and Diane eventually separated, and Diane returned to employment at Western Farmers. Diane then married Bill Warrener and moved to Goldendale. Daughter Meredith was born in January 1972, followed by son Gregory in March 1974. She was very active in all things family during this time. She

returned to the workforce after Greg reached school age as the secretary for the Methodist Church and then on to Simcoe Insurance.

The family moved to Mt. Vernon, Washington, in 1986; to Anacortes, Washington, in 1993; and fi nally to Stanwood and five acres in 1997. She worked for Northwest Orthopedic during those times. While employed there she established a friendship with Deborah Stephens that evolved into many trips to Maui, Port Townsend, and other points of interest.

Diane believed in dirt therapy and spent many hours nurturing her flowers with her dog, Daisy, at her side. Always her priority was family. Thanksgiving was her favorite meal to prepare, followed by the Christmas tree theme of the

State nes DSHS

A federal judge ordered the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services to pay $100 million in fi nes for failing to offer enough mental health services to inmates with mental problems in Washington state jails.

Judge Marsha Pechman of the U.S. Western District of Washington issued the decision on Friday, finding DSHS in breach of the “Trueblood” settlement agreement. Inmates in county or city jails who are awaiting a competency assessment or restoration services are assisted by Trueblood. Trueblood provides assistance to persons who have already received competency assessments and restoration services, especially those who are discharged and at risk of “re-institutionalization.”

“Throughout this time, the Court hasn’t done nothing. DSHS has twice been found in breach of the permanent injunction by the court.

Judge Marsha Pechman of the U.S. Western District

Richard J. Liddell

year, excelling at both. Her parents and brother preceded her in death. She is survived by her husband Bill; daughter Rochelle and Lang Davidson of Enumclaw, Washington; granddaughters Kylie and Isobelle; daughter Meredith and David Moore; grandsons Mason and Griffin; granddaughter Madeleine of Edmonds, Washington; son Gregory and husband Carl of Lynnwood, Washington; and 12 nieces and nephews.

A celebration of Diane’s life will be held at the Battle Ground Community Methodist Church on July 22, 2023, at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the YMCA of Snohomish County, Marysville/North county Branch, 60th Drive NE, Marysville, Washington 98270-3523, where she spent many of her morning participating in water aerobics with her Golden Girl friends.

October 19, 1950 — June 22, 2023

Richard Joseph Liddell of Goldendale passed away at his home on June 22, 2023.

Rich was born in Denver, Colorado to Zella Dean Wolgran and Joseph Buttz on October 19, 1950. Rich served his country as a scout sniper in the United States Marine Corps. He served in the Vietnam War from 1967 to 1970. He later became the lead Rifle Marksmanship

Instructor at Edson Range, Camp Pendleton. Rich loved his family and supported them all throughout their lives. He was a compassionate man with great knowledge and understanding.

Rich is survived by his wife, Lola Liddell; and children Amber Liddell, Richie Liddell, Stephen Liddell, Gary Liddell, and Derek Cole.

Robert Alvin Eshelman

Robert (Bob) Alvin Eshelman was born to F. Harold and Phoebe Collins Eshelman on January 10, 1944. He attended Centerville grade school and graduated from Goldendale High School. He then went on to graduate from Washington State University with a degree in microbiology.

Bob worked for the FDA in Los Angeles, California,

before transferring to Maryland. After taking classes in Pharmacology in Maryland, he became a supervisor of over-the-counter drugs and vitamins and continued to reside in Maryland even after his retirement. Bob made many trips to locations worldwide. He died on June 16, 2023, and was laid to rest at Norbeck Cemetery in Maryland.

of Washington issued the decision on Friday, finding DSHS in breach of the “Trueblood” settlement agreement.

“During this time, the Court has not stood by quietly. The Permanent Injunction has been declared in contempt by the Court twice, and as a result, daily fi nes have been imposed for each Trueblood Class Member who has not received competency services on time, according to the court’s order.

The fi ne is over a third of the total sum.

According to the fi lings, the court determines that payment of the fines is required in order to make up for DSHS’s “inexcusable” infringement of the Class Member’s constitutional rights from “at least September 2022 through 2023.”

Why DSHS infringed on the Class Member’s constitutional rights was explained in the court decision:

In order to alleviate the bed deficit at WSH and the lengthier wait times for

BAPTIST

Columbus Avenue Baptist, S.B.C.

815 N Columbus, Goldendale, 509.773.4471; Interim Pastor Paul Logue, Sun Worship 11am, Sun School 9:45 . 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

Class Members, DSHS did not take appropriate action. Three primary mistakes were made: (1) a failure to anticipate and respond quickly to the increase in demand for competency services and Civil Conversion orders; (2) a decision to continue giving Civil Conversion patients priority over Class Members and a delay in halting new admissions; and (3) a decision to not postpone ward closures at WSH.

The Western State Hospital wards that housed patients who had been admitted through the court system were shut down, according to Judge Pechman, which put the state in charge of causing a bed shortage.

The demand for competency services has been rising steadily for the previous 10 years, according to the 52-page decision, although the total number of in-jail referrals for competency services has been rising more recently, notably between 2021 and 2022.

Church Directory

GRACE BRETHREN

Community Grace Brethren

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.

NEW LIFE ASSEMBLY of GOD

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

RIVER of LIFE CHURCH of GOD 2023 Pipeline Rd; 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

NON-DENOMINATIONAL

Centerville Community Church 508 Dalles Mountain Road, Centerville, WA 98613; 509-637-3068; Pastor Patti McKern; pastorpatti53@gmail.com; Sunday Worship Celebration 10am

"Find refreshment for your soul and friends for your journey."

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

JOBE from page A1

Auditor’s Office and against her failure to disclose her intentions during the campaign. Other than to make a public record request, the newspaper made no inquiries about her decision to leave her post in Toppenish to anyone other than Jobe.

On Facebook Jobe cited her age (50 this year), her three children, activities with a swim team and soccer, and doing the books for her husband’s business. “Two jobs, 6-day, 70+ hr. work weeks was never going to work long term,” she wrote, “and that was not the plan anyway. I knew that, my family knew that, and I suspect most of you knew that.” When she fi led to run for

KVH from page A1

sioner. “His commitment to operational excellence and his passion for accessible community healthcare underscore his many achievements including the development of a Virtual Care system during COVID along with transitioning KVH to the Meditech EMR (Electronic Medical Record) over the last two years.

“We are excited to sup-

county auditor, she had no idea if she would win, Jobe recounted. “The campaign quickly became ugly,” she wrote, “and the situation at the Auditor’s office was untenable. So I looked for another job, as I would have needed one if not elected, and I found one, a good one and one I have enjoyed and learned a great deal from. An education and experience that will benefit me in my role as County Auditor and therefore benefit you [sic].”

Jobe stated the last 13 months were difficult for her and her family. “I wasn’t sure I would ever want to subject any of us to the lies, deceit, and backstabbing again,” she wrote.

port him and work with him in continuing the positive momentum we have at KVH as we expand the ways we serve our region. We are so grateful for Leslie’s leadership during the past 10 years, and we wish her all the best in her next chapter.”

“I am looking forward to continuing the healthy changes and growth KVH

“But I made a commitment to my family and staff in the Auditor’s office that I would make a thoughtful and informed decision about what was best for them and for the voters of Klickitat County. “So the time came to make a decision, and I made that decision. I chose Klickitat… What matters is my commitment to the people of this county and my commitment to public service has never left.”

In her resignation letter to Debbie Zabell, city manager for the City of Toppenish, Jobe addressed different reasons for her departure.

In the letter, she wrote, “It has been my pleasure to serve the City of Toppenish

has experienced under Leslie’s leadership,” said Hatfield. “I know fi rsthand how talented, passionate, and resilient our people are, and I am committed to working alongside our employees and providers to ensure our District continues its mission of providing quality, compassionate healthcare and respectful, personalized service.”

for the past eight months. I am grateful for the experience and the knowledge I have gained under your tutelage. Unfortunately, that positive experience has been overshadowed by the drama caused by a few jealous, petty individuals whose attitudes are encouraged and fostered by cer-

tain unqualified, vindictive members of City Council.

“I wish the best for the City, but it appears no matter how hard I try, I cannot be part of the solution and I refuse to be part of its downward spiral. As such, please consider this my official letter of resignation. My last day with the City will be

July 31, 2023.”

Asked for comment for this story, Jobe responded, “I said what I said on Facebook, my resignation letter says what it says, I don’t feel there is anything more that needs to be said. I chose Klickitat, end of story!”

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The Washington Outdoors Report: A new chapter

John Kruse

For The SenTinel

One of my favorite movies is “The Princess Bride,” a very fun film featuring a great cast of actors, one of whom was Mandy Patinkin who played the part of a Spanish swordsman named Inigo Montoya. Montoya was dedicated to seeking revenge on “the man with six fingers” who killed his father in front of Inigo when he was a child. At one point during the movie, Inigo sinks to a low point and utters while inebriated, “You told me to go back to the beginning, so I have!”

The phrase is an apt description of where my outdoors life has taken me for the next chapter of my life. I have lived in the Wenatchee Valley for 31 years and have loved being here and making the friends I have during this time. However, a divorce resulted in the sale of our home in Cashmere, and the question became, “Where do I go next?”

When I first moved to the Valley, I loved to fish the Wenatchee River and lower Entiat River for stocked rainbow trout as well as the

Wenatchee and Methow Rivers for summer steelhead. Unfortunately, those opportunities faded away years ago, leaving only limited options for stream fishing in the area, something I love to do.

Being an outdoors writer and a radio broadcaster who works from home, I realized I had the opportunity to go anywhere I wanted as long as there was a landline phone and good internet service. With that in mind I set my sights on a specific spot in Grant County I was introduced to as a kid. It’s a place I’ve fallen in love with and find myself returning to multiple times a year. Specifically, it’s the small, unnamed community around MarDon Resort and Potholes State Park at the south end of Potholes Reservoir, a 27,000-acre impoundment located between Othello and Moses Lake.

When my family moved to Washington State, my father took me hunting at the north end of the reservoir in an area known as the Sand Dunes. We camped overnight at the state park and then drove through the dark to a gate and hiked along a series of small ponds surrounded by cattails or

small trees and sand dunes to the place where we built a rudimentary blind. I was shooting a single-shot .410-gauge shotgun that was the first shotgun my father ever owned. Thirty years later, I took my son out

to this same area for his first youth hunt, accompanied by our yellow lab Sage. In between those hunts, my father and brother and I would trek out into the sand dunes every Opening Day. Despite

the multiple trips, it was still easy to get turned around in this area at night, but the lights of the homes above MarDon Resort to the south of us became a navigational waypoint for us.

My father eventually aged out of the sport of duck hunting, and my brother stopped coming, too, but my best friend Rusty Johnston and I also made memories starting in the early 1990s. We would first come out and camp in the sand dunes area itself and eventually began packing small boats and motoring into another part of the sand dunes below the Job Corps Dike of the Reservoir where we would camp, fish, and hunt for three days.

During this time, we got to discover just how good the fishing could be, and we were soon hooked on taking our small boats to Potholes Reservoir where we caught everything from bass to walleye to trout, panfish, and more. Countless times Rusty and I would gaze towards the lights of MarDon and dreamily wish we could live there.

Back in 2012, Rusty made that dream come true. He and his wife Lisa moved onto the

resort and managed the restaurant for a couple of years. Now, Rusty lives adjacent to the state park with his wife and works as a supervisor at the Lowe’s Hardware Store in Moses Lake. A year and a half ago, the two of us made the decision to buy a bass boat together. It’s stored at Rusty’s shop, and I found myself making the drive over to see Rusty and go either fishing and hunting once or twice a month. With all of that fishing and hunting history in mind, it wasn’t hard to figure out where my next move would take me. And that’s where I am now, having completed the sale of our house and the purchase of my new one, which sits right across the road from Potholes State Park and on a golf course no less. I guess that means I’ll have to learn how to golf now too. I’m in no hurry though. Between the fishing, the hunting, the wildlife watching, and visiting the friends I’ve come to know here over the years, learning how to golf is definitely not my top priority.

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

Newhouse law would help police address fentanyl crisis

Friday, Rep. Dan Newhouse (R-WA) introduced the Law Enforcement Officers Preventing Overdose Deaths Act alongside Reps. Pettersen (D-CO), Carter (R-GA), Pappas (D-NH), Neguse (D-CO), Budzinski (D-IL), and Craig (D-MN). This legislation authorizes rural community response pilot grant programs to allow state and local law enforcement agencies to purchase naloxone, an effective tool to prevent and reduce opioid overdose deaths and

directs at least 50% of the programs’ grant funding to rural communities.

“Illicit fentanyl is plaguing our communities, and our law enforcement officers are on the frontlines fighting this crisis,” said Rep. Newhouse.

“Just this week, I met with my Central Washington Fentanyl Task Force, and the top issue for our officers is that they do not have enough resources to handle the exponential increase of overdoses. Members of the law enforcement

profession are well-trained and prepared to help those in need, and having the ability to administer naloxone during critical incidents has and will continue to save lives of citizens across Central Washington and the nation.”

“With the unprecedented rise in opioid overdoses, law enforcement encounters with individuals experiencing an overdose have become alarmingly frequent. By equipping law enforcement personnel with naloxone, we empower

them to save lives, promote community safety, and contribute to the broader efforts in combating the devastating impact of substance use disorder,” said Kennewick Police Chief Chris Guerrero.

“With the opioid crisis affecting every community in our nation, naloxone has become an essential tool in combating the overwhelming number of overdose incidents that first responders are called to. Officers are generally first on scene of an overdose inci-

dent, and the ability to administer naloxone to people in crisis has saves thousands of lives. Many rural law enforcement agencies have budgetary struggles and funding naloxone can be expensive. Federal funding of naloxone will save the lives of citizens in rural communities who are dealing with the opioid epidemic,” said City of Moses Lake Police Chief Kevin J. Fuhr.

“Without overdose-reversing drugs like naloxone, my mom wouldn’t be alive today,”

said Rep. Pettersen. “As the global opioid crisis intensifies, fueled by the rise of synthetic illicit substances such as fentanyl, it is crucial that we equip our communities and law enforcement with the tools they need to save lives. This bipartisan bill is a commonsense way to ensure officers, especially those in rural areas, have increased access to medications like naloxone to effectively intervene and save someone who is overdosing.”

Calling all Klickitat County Photographers!

Now is the time to start capturing SUMMER shots for our 2024 photo calendar contest. Here are some past summer submissions & winners:

To improve your chances of being selected and possibly securing the coveted cover (and winning a valuable prize), carefully read & follow these instructions—even if you've submitted in the past:

1. Regarding your camera's settings:

a. Turn of the date/time stamp.

b. Select camera's highest resolution possible.

c. A general rule-of-thumb is that the le size of the jpg photos you submit should be a minimum o 3 MB. Any smaller and it may be too grainy. (Note: our email server will not allow messages at or above 20 MB, so the photo size must be below this.)

2. Submissions must be landscapes or wildlie—we call these naturescapes. Photos containing people will not be accepted. We also discourage (but don't disallow) close-ups; even if they're lovely shots, they are seldom identiable. Please do not take photos from your car.

3. The orientation of your shots MUST BE HORIZONTAL. All vertical shots, no matter how “good,” will be disqualied.

4. Your subject must be in—or seen from—Klickitat County

For example, while neither Mt Hood or Mt Adams are in Klickitat County, they are clearly visible from much of the county.

5. Do not alter, enhance, or add any efects to your photos using any photo editing software.

6. CHANGE THE FILENAME from your camera's cryptic numeric auto-assignments to something that clearly identies the shot (e.g., if it's something like “IMG_12345_54321.jpg,”

change it to something like “2023Aug-GoodnoeHills<YourLastName>.jpg”). Yes, include your last name just before the “.jpg.”

7. Do not embed any photo(s) in the body of your email; the lename(s) will be lost. Instead, send your submissions as attachments only. You may be able to attach up to 5 photos to a single email, while staying under the 20MB per email limit. Check the le sizes as you do this. If any photo is less than 3 MB, its resolution is likely not high enough.

8. In the subject line of your email, enter “2023 Calendar Photo rom <your rst and last name>.”

9. Do not re-send photos you've submitted for this contest in the past. While this will require you to keep your photos well organized, this courteous practice will save us lots of unnecessary time.

Keep in mind: the more photos you submit that meet these criteria, the better your chances of winning. As Ralph Waldo Emerson once said, “Every artist was once an amateur.” You will not be notied if any or your photos are disqualied. Check the paper or GoldendaleSentinel.com for updates and winners.

Additional tips for improving your chances of winning:

• In promoting and expressing the beauty of Klickitat County, we're seeking landscapes and other outdoor scenes that are unique to our magnicent vistas. Close-ups (of leaves, flowers, streams, or animals, for example) will typically not work because they could be taken almost anywhere in the world and are not distinctly Klickitat County.

• Consider composition: avoid power lines, telephone poles, roads, or other man-made structures that may detract from the subject. (Note that really well-crafted photos tend to keep the main subject of-center. There are many tips online for stunning landscape photography, such as tinyurl.com/DigitalCameraWorld-tips - OR - tinyurl.com/NaturescapePhotos Also check out YouTube!)

E-mail your submissions, as follows:

To: 2024Calendar@goldendalesentinel.com

Subject: 2024 Goldendale Calendar-Your First Last Name

Attachment: Change cryptic lename as described in step 6.

Message: Include your rst and last name (yes, again please), a good phone number, and a brief description of the photo.

John Kruse

BACK TO THE FUTURE: The author with a nice Potholes Reservoir bass. After years of just visiting there, he’s now made it home.

DERBY from page A1

the day’s events, the large attendance caused difficulties for some who were turned away from the gates as the Derby began due to it being filled to capacity.

biggest turnout he’d seen at a Goldendale Demolition Derby since he started coming to them in 1999.

ABATE Coordinator

Scott Robinson, instrumental in organizing the event, said the decision to close the entrance gates around 4 p.m. was based on health and safety concerns. “There was literally no more seating,” he said.

As the crowd began spilling into the area designated for those with disabilities and the elderly, Robinson made the decision.

There was also some confusion about presold tickets, leading to overcrowding, though Robinson disputed these claims. He said Holcomb’s, working with the event organizers, gave away about 70 free vouchers for the Demo Derby that could be turned in at the gate to receive a discounted price on their ticket. These were essentially coupons, not presold tickets.

Terry “Early Bird” Arthur, also an ABATE member, was monitoring the back entrance to the participants’ area at the fairgrounds during the Derby and said this was the

“I haven’t seen the stands this packed that early in the day,” said Arthur. When asked why ABATE decided to bring back the Demolition Derby event, his answer explained why so many people had shown up that day to watch: “Everybody missed it.”

ABATE stands for A Brotherhood Against Totalitarian Enactments. It’s a nonprofit organization dedicated to freedom of the road, ensuring it by fi ghting anti-bike legislation and promoting fair motorcycle legislation. ABATE of Washington was started in the late ’70s, and they currently have 22 chapters in the state. Goldendale is represented by the Columbia Gorge chapter headed by Robinson. The group’s recent accomplishments include the passing of House Bill 1171 that adds two certified motorcycle riders to the Washington State Traffic Safety Board. The bill, authored by Rep. Gina Mosbrucker, aims to bring more representation to motorcyclists in the state. Sitting in his den next to his

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pool table, amid his Harley Davidson memorabilia and mementos from his time serving in the Army Corps of Engineers in Afghanistan, Robinson showed off a photo of him standing next to Gov. Jay Inslee as he signed the bill into law.

“Motorcycle safety is a huge thing in my life,” said Robinson. He began riding when his dad bought him his fi rst bike at age 12. “From there it just didn’t stop. I went into the Army, got out, bought a motorcycle. I bought my fi rst Harley Davidson in 1979. Since then, I’ve probably had 12. I do long-distance riding, real long distance. I’ve ridden from Mexico to Canada in 22 hours.”

Working for the federal government for 30 years and the Corp of Engineers for 10 helped prepare Robinson for some of the many projects he’s taken on here in Goldendale. As a member of the Masonic Lodge, he helped bring back the Veteran’s Day Parade, and he also helped secure the large Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial plaque that hangs in the county courthouse today. Working for the John Day Dam, he noticed they had an American flag they weren’t flying. When he

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asked about that, they said they didn’t have a flagpole, so Robinson arranged for a hole to be drilled in the top of the dam for the installation of a 125-foot flagpole.

With all this experience in his back pocket, it was with modesty and confidence that he decided to bring back the Demo Derby. “I have some training, I guess, in this kind of stuff,” he said.

It was with this characteristic modesty that Robinson made a point to show his gratitude for all the people who made the Derby event possible. Edgar Holbrook of Bishop Companies provided the massive construction vehicles used to move the huge cement blocks as the boundaries of the area. “We owe them a ton of thanks and gratitude for what they did. There’s 55 of them; they’re 8,000 pounds apiece.” Bishop also provided the portable toilets that were used that day. The massive blocks were provided by the Goldendale Jaycees.

Robinson thanked Duffy Clark, Jim Mulroney, and Ken McGill who drove the construction vehicles used to bring in the blocks and to haul away broken-down cars during the Derby.

Todd Nunn of T&A Metals, who has a history of participating in demolition derbies, organized and conducted the Derby that day. He and his wife, Annette, said they wanted to thank the following officials who volunteered their time and helped make the derby successful: Dwayne Bruce, James Coleman, John Dunlap, William Pretlow, and Casey Neher. The Goldendale High School football team came down to help clean up after the event.

ABATE donated $1,000 to the team.

Robinson thanked all the paramedics and firefighters standing by and patrolling the area that day to make sure everything was safe.

Tony Browning of Klickitat County Rural 7 Fire & Rescue helped get the fi reworks display approved, and Alpha Pyrotechnics was the team responsible for the fi reworks show itself. Despite some citizens’ concerns about a big fi reworks show during peak fi re season in the area, the company worked with local firefighters to make sure the show came off without a hitch. Robinson explained that Goldendale had been lacking a good Fourth of July fireworks show. “If

you look in the records book you’ll have a hard time fi nding when the last time they had a legitimate pyrotechnic show. I mean, there’s a lot of people who buy fireworks here and shoot stuff off, but this is $20,000 worth of fi reworks by a licensed, insured pyrotechnician.”

“Those guys came in and did all this work,” said Robinson. “The event fi nished, and we had one day to move everything out, clean the bleachers, clean the grandstands, clean the bathrooms, clean up all the garbage on the project. All these people came forward and helped with this whole thing. All of it was the community stepping up. The coach brought the football team over.”

Now that the Demolition Derby is done for this year, Robinson has moved his sights to future plans. He wasn’t able to go into details, but he teased the name of his next project: Goldendale Raceway. “The key words here are economic development,” he said. The coming together of the community to see the success of this event is a sign that we’re developing in the right direction.

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Scenes from the Community Days Parade

Check It Out

Jan Johnston, Collection Manager

Fort Vancouver Regional Library District

You can email Jan at readingforfun@fvrl.org

While I was spending some time outside on the Fourth of July, a variety of wildlife stopped by to say hello. Two crows stood in my birdbath cooling their feet; a cottontail rabbit sprawled itself under a Rhododendron bush; a butter y and a dragon y passed by; and a deer (a young buck) curled up under an apple tree. I tried to come up with a joke that started with “A crow, a rabbit, a butter y, a dragon y, and a deer go into a store…” but the punchline failed me. Then I thought that maybe I have magical powers and called in these wonderful creatures to enjoy the comforts of my yard. Yes, you’re right, probably not. But it was still a delightful day and a

“magical” connection to nature. There is one thing that could have made this experience even better: sharing the moment with my great-niece and great-nephew. Ages four and two, they are little sponges, absorbing everything they encounter. They live in Colorado (sadly not next door), but how fun it would have been to point out the wildlife to little ones!

Today’s reading list is meant for young minds who are learning the joys of nature. All of these titles are intended for kids, but I hope that all ages will nd something to read together.

• “Cottontail Rabbits” by Kristin Petrie.

• “Crow Smarts: Inside the Brain of the World’s Brightest Bird” by Pamela S. Turner.

• “Deer” by Amy McDonald.

• “Dragon y” written by Aimee M. Bissonette, illustrated by Catherine Pearson.

• “Monarch Butter y” by Gail Gibbons.

New at the Library

FICTION

“The Happiness Plan” by Susan Mallery.

“I Am Homeless if This is Not My Home” by Lorrie Moore.

“Those Empty Eyes” by Charlie Donlea.

NONFICTION

““A Fever in the Heartland: The Ku Klux Klan’s Plot to Take Over America, and the Woman Who Stopped Them” by Timothy Egan.

“The Green Dumb Guide to Houseplants: 45 Unfussy Plants That Are Easy to Grow and Hard to Kill” by Holly Theisen-Jones.

Make mornings a breeze with time-saving breakfasts

(Family Features) Mornings can be hectic enough with wakeup calls, preparing for work, getting the kids ready and so many other daily tasks. Add in the need (or desire, at least) for a nutritious breakfast, and starting a new day can feel downright exhausting.

Make your mornings easier with delicious, better-for-you meals you can make ahead of time using simple ingredients like Success Boil-in-Bag Tri-Color Quinoa, which offers a heat-safe, BPA-free, and FDA-approved bag and is easily prepared in just 10 minutes. You don’t have to know how to pronounce quinoa to enjoy its light, nutty flavor packed with protein and all nine essential amino acids.

As a good source of fiber, it’s a perfect solution composed of a medley of red, black, and white quinoa that can make these Ham, Cheese, and Zucchini Breakfast Cups a breeze. They’re an ideal, on-the-go solution for weekday breakfast bites that fit your busy schedule.

Cook up a batch as part of your Sunday meal prep and enjoy a week’s worth of tasty, simple cups for the entire family. Once the combination of green onions, cheddar, ham, quinoa, and more have been cooked and cooled, they can be refrigerated for up to 1 week.

For a creamier, fruity, dairyfree option, these Quinoa

Overnight Oats make for a satisfying breakfast you can grab from the fridge and take to the office. Loaded with whole grains, bananas, blueberries, and pomegranate, they’ll provide the

energy you need to get through the day while saving time in the morning. These tasty treats can also last up to 1 week in the refrigerator, but remember to wait to add any crunchy toppings, honey, or syrup until you’re ready to enjoy so those favorite ingredients stay fresh longer. Another pro tip: Once you’re done preparing your sweet, nutritious breakfast for the week ahead, divide evenly into four resealable to-go containers to make weekday mornings as easy as possible.

To find more weekday morning solutions using easy-to-make whole grains, visit SuccessRice. com.

Ham, Cheese, and Zucchini

Breakfast Cups

Prep time: 15 minutes

Cook time: 25 minutes

Servings: 12

• 1 bag Success Tri-Color

Quinoa

• 1 tablespoon coconut oil

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

• 1 cup shredded zucchini

• 1/2 cup diced ham

• 2 eggs

• 1/4 cup egg white

• 1/4 cup sliced green onion

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

• Prepare quinoa according to package directions. Preheat oven to 350 F.

• In large bowl, combine shredded cheddar cheese, shredded zucchini, diced ham, eggs, egg white, sliced green onion, salt and black pepper. Mix well. Spoon batter

into prepared muffin tin.

• Bake 25 minutes. Cool 5 minutes then remove to wire rack to cool completely.

Quinoa Overnight Oats

Prep time: 15 minutes

Cook time: 10 minutes

Servings: 4

• 1 bag Success Tri-Color Quinoa

• 2 cups almond milk

• 1 cup quick-rolled oats

• 2 bananas, mashed

• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

• 1 cup fresh blueberries

• 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds

• Prepare quinoa according to package directions. Let cool completely.

• In large bowl, combine almond milk, oats, bananas, and cinnamon. Stir in quinoa and blueberries.

• Cover and refrigerate overnight. Divide among four serving bowls and garnish with pomegranate seeds.

Tips: For added sweetness, drizzle with honey, maple syrup, or agave syrup, to taste. For a grab-and-go breakfast, combine overnight oats mixture and divide in resealable, single-serving jars or containers. Seal and refrigerate overnight.

“Project 562: Changing the Way We See Native America” by Matika Wilbur.

CHILDREN

“Angelina Ballerina’s Ballet Tour” written by Katharine Holabird, illustrated by Helen Craig.

“The Bedtime Book of Dinosaurs and Other

Prehistoric Life: Meet More Than 100 Creatures from Long Ago” by Dean R. Lomax.

“My Dad is a Tree” written and illustrated by Jon Agee.

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

Not Impossible

I have always relied upon my cousin Dane.

We grew up together. I’m a year older, but he’s the closest in age of my many cousins. Our families went camping together and bought a cabin up north together, and I’ve gotten into the habit of asking Dane for help whenever I’ve needed it because Dane is the kind of guy who can be relied upon.

Dane works as a stage rigger, and he’s the road manager for a band, so he has to know a lot about a lot of things. He understands electrical gadgets of every kind. He knows how audio systems and lighting work. He is quiet and mechanical and practical and laidback. His garage is the tidiest I’ve ever seen, with a tool of every kind, all neatly labeled. He’s the kind of guy who sits back in a room and listens to everyone trying to solve a problem and, after they’ve exhausted themselves trying to figure something out, he’ll say, “You know, what you might try is…” And whatever he suggests, it will be exactly the right thing to do.

Because I have always relied on Dane, I didn’t think I could be surprised if someone said that Dane had come around to lend a hand. But last week, I was surprised.

My husband, Peter, and I were up visiting my parents while my sister, her husband, and her son were on their way to California, camping along the way. My niece, Isabelle, is taking summer classes at the university and working at Target, so she stayed behind to watch the pets.

Isabelle called one night right before dinner.

“Did you hear what happened with the camper?” she said, a little breathless.

“No!”

“What happened to the camper?” my mother wanted to know.

“It came right off the hitch! While they were on the freeway!”

“Oh, no!” my mother said.

-Carrie Classon

“It did! But the chain caught it.”

I tried to imagine careening down the highway with a pop-up camper attached to the back of the car with only a safety chain. It sounded awful.

“But they got off to the side of the road to fix it. Then you’ll never guess what happened!”

“What?” my mother and father and Peter and I all wanted to know.

“Dane came and helped them get the camper back on!”

This made no sense at all.

My sister and her family were in Nevada. Dane lives approximately 1,800 miles away.

“Dane?”

“Dane! He said he saw them pulled off to the side of the road and he stopped to help.”

I talked to Dane a little later on.

“You helped my sister with her camper—in Nevada?”

“Yup. About 30 miles out of Reno.”

“How does that happen? What are the odds of that?”

“I dunno. I was driving back from the show, and I saw this camper pulled off the side of the road and I thought that looked like your sister, so I stopped.”

“You realize what the odds against something like that happening are? If you read that in a novel, you’d say it couldn’t happen.”

“Well, it’s not impossible, I guess.”

That was all Dane had to say. He helped them back onto the road and headed off in the opposite direction. I thought how lucky it was to have someone as helpful as Dane show up exactly when he was needed—as Dane is apt to do.

“That’s crazy,” I told Isabelle when I next saw her.

“It is crazy,” she agreed.

But not impossible, as Dane pointed out. Photos from the column and other fun stuff can be found at CarrieClasson.com.

You Eat What?

How adventurous are you? Have you ever wanted to travel to other countries? If you do get to go to new places you may find out that people around the world eat different foods than you are used to eating. Would you eat a bug or a spider or fruit that smells like a dead animal? Would you try eating something that could kill you if it were still alive? Let’s explore some foods from around the world that

may make some people say, “Yum,” and others exclaim, “Eww!”

Parents

Asia offers a number of these culinary surprises. While in Japan you may get offered some puffer fish or Fugu. You may be thinking fish is not so strange, but puffers are very poisonous. A small amount of their poison can kill you. In Taiwan you can order crispy fried duck tongues. The people of Cambodia may offer you a freshly fried or grilled tarantula. Would you eat a spider? Maybe you would be brave enough to eat a fruit that smells like poop. It is liked by a lot of people, but Durian is so stinky many restaurants refuse to serve it.

DURIAN: THE WORLD’S STINKIEST FRUIT

Europe has 44 different countries and each one has food that is culturally significant. In Romania you will be able to eat Creier Pane, or fried pig brains. Norway, Sweden and Finland eat lutefisk. To make lutefisk, dried out fish is soaked in lye. Lye is poisonous by the way. After the fish is soaked in lye its soaked in water for two or three days to get all the poison out. I hear it is very stinky. Some countries in Europe eat snails. In Greece the name of the popular snail dish is called Saligaria Bourbourista. I ate this once in Greece. I loved it, until my cousin told me what I was eating.

Crossword!

If you travel from North America to the southernmost tip of South America you may get a chance to eat a variety of strange dishes. Turtle soup, alligator, rattlesnake, moose, bear and beaver may be on the menu in North America.

In the Andes Mountain region Guinea pigs are not pets, but raised on farms for dinner and in the Amazon Rainforest you can eat ants, grubs and even piranha. Not wanting to be outdone by Romania and their fried pig brains, how about trying some Llama brains in Bolivia?

Videos!

Chuckle

Why do the French like to eat snails?

Because they don’t like fast food.

Books!

Read more about the whacky world of food!

The World’s Strangest Foods (Library of Weird) by Alicia Z. Klepeis

Disgustingly Delicious: The surprising, Weird and Wonderful Food of the World by Soledad Romero Marino

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GHS Football Team Youth Camp

For The SenTinel

Though it is summertime and schools are out, the kids are still making sure to take the time to get out on the field for some practice, whether it’s for fun with friends or to work on skills for the coming season. One thing the high school teams do during the off-season is hold camps for the youth in our community. Last Thursday the Goldendale High School football team held a two-hour youth camp at the football field in town.

The current players set up a variety of drills and activities to do with the 25

kids who signed up to participate. “We really tried to create an atmosphere of teaching basic football

fundamentals while allowing them to have fun,” says Coach Blake Lesko. The kids were broken up into

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different groups and taken through drills according to their different positions. They played some tough

matches of tug-of-war and ended the night with a very competitive end-zone dance-off. (That’s when players celebrate touchdowns in the end zone with all kinds of dance moves.)

The players kept the focus on techniques and basic skills but still let the youth players be excited and have fun. Though this was a camp for younger athletes, it was a great opportunity for the high school players to be role models and show the kids what it means to be a Timberwolf. They even had two GHS football alumni, Tyler Wells and Caleb Smith, come out and volunteer their time.

It was a successful camp for all involved, and there are plans to hold another one next summer. “We wanted to give back to the community and get these kids excited about playing football and wanting to become Timberwolves one day,” says Coach Lesko. The GHS football team sends a huge thank you to all the kids who came out to play, the parents who volunteered time, and the booster club for helping make this night possible.

Be sure to keep an eye out this fall for the GHS football schedule and come out to support the team

Home furnishings for the spirit

her first business was called Wellness in the Woods, where she taught outdoor fitness classes in Portland for seventeen years. Her love of nature is part of the reason she moved to this area. She said the forest is a spiritual place for her, and it’s where she goes to meditate.

Provisions, a company that provides, as it describes it on its website (www.nativeprovisions.co), “locally curated faire and grazing tables.” She will also host an event featuring the work of Portland artist Dave Laubenthal. Nowatzki is hoping to inte -

grate fundraising for a charity into each of these events so that Marcel and its ventures are able to give back to the community. She says this sense of service comes from how she was raised.

“My dad’s a chef, and my mom worked the front of the

house,” she recalls, “and it was really a family. [Marcel] is about serving people in the community, and I really want it to be a community business.” Nowatzki says she’s open to ideas from the community. To contact Marcel, Nowatzki can be

messaged at the Marcel Instagram address (@marcel. good.goods), or you can come into the store located at 163 N Main Ave, White Salmon, Washington. Marcel is open most weekends, but it’s best to check Instagram for hours before visiting.

For The SenTinel

Home is the place where, for most of us, we will spend a significant portion of our lifetimes. A home, when lived in for any extended amount of time, becomes a reflection of who we are. But how do we find the things, objects, furniture, and décor that fit in our home so that it manifests an accurate externalization of our true being?

Marcel is a new store in White Salmon where you can find things that reflect your own uniqueness. Owned by Hood River resident Amy Nowatzki, the store specializes in second-hand art design furniture and homeware as well as vintage décor.

“I call it a homeware store that’s good for the environment,” says Nowatzki. With a background in graphic design and painting, Nowatzki says that two of her strong points are her sense of composition and color. “I want to show people how they can put things together that they normally wouldn’t think of putting together and that they can buy second hand, and it’s not junk. It’s beautiful.” The name Marcel is an homage to a beloved dog she had.

Nowatzki has shopped second-hand since she was in school, before it was a business for her and when it was just a way to be able to afford to wear fine clothes. She says she’s always been a “thrifter.” “It’s just in me. It’s innately in me. It came to me, ‘Why would you go buy [something new] when there’s such highquality stuff made that people get rid of?’” Her passion for treasure hunting in thrift stores and estate sales didn’t become a business until about 15 years ago when she opened A Fork in the Forest in Portland, Oregon, the store that has now evolved into Marcel. The idea behind the original name was trying to find something in a forest of treasures.

“I grew up in the woods in Northern Michigan and I spent a lot of time outdoors,” said Nowatzki. “We sky raced, we cross country skied, we were just outdoors all the time. I mushroomed back then when I was little.”

The forest became an important place for Nowatzki, and

“When in need during Covid, if we could even leave the house, the minute I could I’d be out on a trail, I’d walk every day. I moved to Hood River, I started exploring Mt Adams and the hikes, and just getting out in Gifford Pinchot [National Forest]. There is something spiritual out there. There’s something spiritual here that’s energetically drawing me over this way,” Nowatzki states, referring to the Washington side of the river. “I love going out towards Trout Lake. I love going out towards that valley and then heading up into the hills there.”

Perhaps it is this love of the natural beauty of the forests that Nowatzki is able to translate into her eye for design and allows her to take disparate items and place them together so they harmonize like nature and bring us the same pleasure and comfort nature does. But her aesthetic sensibility is also very discerning. “As you can see, I’m very particular,” she says, though her particularity does not limit her taste. “You might come in, and there might be a floral couch that I’ve found interesting from an English garden. I just have an eye for things I like. I love to mix Pop Art with European antiques.”

This sense of experimentation can be seen in Nowatzki‘s paintings, a few of which are on display in Marcel. She studied painting at Merryl Hearst University in Portland, an experience she calls the “best time of my life. Colors and patterns attract me. I understand color composition. I’m really good at putting colors together because I have an understanding of color and what’s soothing to the eye. When I paint, I love putting two colors next to each other and playing with them.” One of her favorite painters is Pierre Bonnard, a French postimpressionist known for his use of expressive colors, but she also enjoys mid-century Pop Art and graphic design. Nowatzki‘s concerns and interests expand beyond the purely aesthetic. She sees Marcel as a space for the community and hopes to host future events there.

Besides using the space as her own studio, she’s interested in having other artists use the space to create, and she’s planning events for the fall that mix her specialization in furniture, art, and design with other creative expressions, such as the culinary arts. During the White Salmon Wine Walk, she plans to host two wineries that will be offering tastings, and she will host an event with caterer Petra Knapp of Native

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FOR HARMONY: Amy Nowatzki standing in her shop Marcel in White Salmon.

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HAVING FUN AND LEARNING: Goldendale High School football players held a productive football camp for younger players last week.