Goldendale Sentinel June 12, 2024

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County meetings still roiling over jail

Commissioners, Sheriff at odds over presumed facts

RODGER NICHOLS FOR THE SENTINEL

The fate of the Klickitat County Jail continues to dominate meetings of the Klickitat County Board of Commissioners (BOCC). That was the case with the June 4 BOCC meeting, which opened with eight of the 12 public comments focused on the jail. That may have been due in part to a press release issued by the Sheriff’s office the day before. The four-page document laid out Sheriff Bob Songer’s version of recent events and his arguments against actions by Commissioners Jacob Anderson and Lori Zoller. [The Sentinel ran the release last week on its opinion page.]

In his harshest language to date, Songer accused the two commissioners of being “either bungling incompetent or intentionally lying to the public and the Sheriff’s Office.” He also called Commissioner Zoller “power hungry.”

At the meeting Tuesday he called for a public vote on the matter to include an option that the jail remain under the control of the Sheriff’s Department.

One of his key arguments was that Chair Zoller lied to everyone in her March 29 announcement that the county was closing the jail and that inmates would be shipped to NORCOR by April 12.

A check of the meeting recording, however, revealed Zoller did not say she had a contract in her initial motion, which was defeated. “To begin the discussion with my seatmates,” she said, “I will step down to make the motion to authorize staff to immediately move forward with all steps necessary to contract with NORCOR to provide jail services under RCW 70.48.090, with the intent to close the Klickitat County Jail, no later than April 12, 2024. I would entertain a second and open discussion.”

And Zoller did not say that prisoners would definitely be moved by April 12, only that such was the intent.

Following comments by Commissioner Dan Christopher that he couldn’t vote on any such motion because this was a complete surprise to him and he had not seen any facts and figures on the consequences of such a move, the board moved into an unusual middle-of-the-meeting executive session.

An email from Christopher to a constituent forwarded to The Sentinel, however, revealed that Christopher had been well aware of the possibility of an arrangement with NORCOR before the March 29 meeting and that he considered it worthy of consideration.

It was after the board returned to regular session at that meeting that Anderson made the motion that did pass on a two-to-one vote.

“Madam Chair,” he said, “I would make a motion to direct staff to move forward with negotiations with NORCOR, providing jail services for Klickitat County under RCW 70.48.090. Staff and Commissioner Zoller are further authorized to negotiate with the cities of White Salmon, Bingen, and Goldendale for jail services that we currently provide. The BOCC is directing staff to prepare a supplemental budget removing

Finding the conjunction of good medicine and sound ethics

LOU MARZELES EDITOR

We’ll need a running start to say the full name and title of this person, so here goes: he’s Dr. William P. Kabasenche, Professor of Philosophy, Career-track. Wait, just warming up. Here’s more: School of Politics, Philosophy, and Public Affairs, College of Arts & Sciences. Take a break, smoke ’em if you got ’em. Next: Ethics Education Director, Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine, Washington State University. Whew.

Kabasenche will be in Goldendale this Monday, June 17, at 6 p.m. at the Maryhill Museum of Art to deliver a free presentation called “Morality and Medicine: How Philosophy Can Help with Healthcare Decisions.” Here’s how the presentation is described: “Medical professionals are often asked to make life or death choices. How can humankind’s knowledge about what is ‘good’ help? In this talk, explore

the intersection of philosophy and healthcare... Does good medical care require a knowledge of ethics? Can an unethical doctor still be effective?... Learn why some of the ethical responsibilities of healthcare providers are directly linked to the provider’s success.”

Kabasenche designs, oversees, and delivers the ethics component of university medical curriculum. “I might come in and do an afternoon on end-of-life decision-making for patients with cardiovascular disease,” he says, describing how he weaves ethics topics in varied medical classes. “It’s very hard to make ethical judgements in the abstract. But depending on the context, the details of a particular case or a situation, then the students and I would be thinking together about what would be good or best or right.”

Asked about his talk’s question about whether or not an unethical doctor can be effective, Kabasenche has a ready

Get ready for smoke

answer. “In some cases there is a close alignment between being effective and being ethical,” he says. “We could say if someone’s being ineffective in certain domains, that means they’re also being unethical. And then in those same domains, if they’re being unethical, that also means they’re being ineffective.

“One way I could know I’m dealing with an unethical provider is if the care they give is not going to be effective in one respect or another. To use one example, if a provider had financial conflicts of interest that led them to make judgments about what was best, for instance, what’s the best medication for me to take? Did the financial conflict of interest affect their judgment and lead them to, say, want to prescribe a medication from a company from which they’ve received money in the past? Then the drugs being a poor fit for me could be a strong indicator that something ethically problematic was going on.

See County page A8 See Ethics page A8

Since wildfire season will be here soon, now is the perfect time to make sure you and those around you are prepared. Getting

#SmokeReady—the focus of this week—means identifying personal health risks, learning how to protect your indoor air, and knowing where to find the most up-to-date information about the location and intensity of wildfire smoke.

#SmokeReady themes Over the course of

#SmokeReady Week, Ecology will be posting on social media in line with daily themes: Wednesday, June 12: Smoke and your health

• Symptoms of smoke exposure include:

- Eye, nose, and throat irritation

- Coughing, sore throat, and phlegm

- Headaches

- Shortness of breath and asthma attacks

- Heart attacks

• People in a sensitive group are more likely to be affected, including:

- People with breathing or heart conditions

- Babies and children under 18

- People over 65

- Pregnant women

- People who smoke or have diabetes

- People in these groups should take extra care to avoid exposure to wildfire smoke when possible. Thursday, June 13: Minimize exposure to smoke

• When air quality is poor, try to stay inside and:

- Shut windows and doors.

- Delay vacuuming, dusting, and lighting candles.

- Run fans to stay cool in the room you’re in.

- Use HEPA air filters to purify indoor air.

- Create a clean room.

- Build your own clean air fan.

• If you must go outside:

- Reduce physical activity.

- Wear a fitted N95 or KN95 mask. (Other kinds or masks don’t protect from PM2.5.)

- Set your car’s air conditioner to recirculate.

- Drink plenty of water.

Friday, June 14: Prevent smoke

• The increasingly hot and dry conditions caused by climate change mean more–and more intense–wildfires.

• That said, over 80% of wildland fires are started by humans.

- Be sure to:

- Fully extinguish campfires.

- Obey burn bans.

- Choose alternatives to burning, such as composting, bagging, or chipping yard waste.

- Fully extinguish cigarettes in an ashtray.

- Park hot vehicles on asphalt, not dry grass.

- Check your trailer chains to avoid sparks from dragging. Check on current and future smoke conditions

In addition to Ecology’s website and social media pages, be sure to check the Washington Smoke Information blog, the state’s leading public resource for wildfire smoke information. You will find a map with near real-time Air Quality Index (AQI) values from air monitors and sensors across the state and nation. In addition to current air quality conditions, the map shows a smoke forecast for the next five days. It’s important to check the forecast regularly. Conditions can change very quickly.

Below the map are tabs for the latest smoke data, local smoke outlooks, and external resources. Among these are monitoring and forecasting, fire, and health impact information.

JOHNLAPTADPHOTO.COM EQIUNE AND OLD GLORY: See photos from last weekend’s Bickleton Rodeo on page B8.

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Answer to last week´s Mystery Picture

Wait, we’re receiving a message from the ether... Yes, it’s saying, this has to do with a carousel! We’re open for psychic readings Tuesdays and Thursdays and Sundays after golf. This is a cheery trio of people, mostly, though the little girl looks somewhat tentative. Who are they? When was this taken? Where? All

we know is this picture ran in The Sentinel sometime, lost in the annals of yesteryear. If you know anything about it, please send us an email (info@golden-

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

L OOKING BACK

June 6, 1889 – 135 Years Ago

A migratory sheepman by the name of Hoy played a sharp trick on Sheriff Van Vactor last year. He paid his sheep tax with a check on a bank, and then sent word to the bank ordering them to dishonor the check. This year Mr. Hoy was camped, he supposed, just over the line into Yakima County and was therefore safe from molestation; but he had made a miscalculation, and when Sheriff Van corralled about 8,000 of his sheep and started to Goldendale with them, arrangements were quickly made whereby last year’s tax was paid together with 20 percent interest and the present year tax.

June 7, 1894 – 130 Years Ago

Electric storms are very rare in this section and the one that paid us a visit last Saturday evening was especially rare for its intensity and severity. The storm struck the city about six o’clock. It was heralded by thick clouds of blinding dust driven by fierce gusts of wind followed by big heavy pelting raindrops mingled with lurid flashes of forked lightning and sharp detonations of thunder. At about six o’clock, the lightning struck the steeple of the Christian Church, ripping open one of the corners from the top of the spire to the belfry and from thence passing to the earth through the southeast corner post of the tower, splitting the post from top to bottom and scattering splinters and broken pieces in every direction. Fortunately, no serious damage was done to the building, and a matter of $10 or so will repair all the damage. A large pane of glass in one of the doors of Sam Waters and Company store was struck by lightning and broken into hundreds of pieces. A similar fate happened to another large pane in the back of the same store and still another in the door of Masters and Leverett’s meat market. The rain fell, at times, in torrents and continued to fall all Saturday night and for the greater part of Sunday.

June 7, 1894 – 130 Years Ago

The situation at Grant across from Columbus could hardly be worse unless the whole town were swept into the river, and even this result is seriously anticipated. A strong current is running between the main street and the bluff, and grave fears are entertained that the river may cut a permanent channel there. Nearly all the residences have been washed away, and the houses not swept away are ruined. The depot building and the elevator are intact, but the track is covered and much of it washed away. Smith’s store building is tipped to one side and half ruins, and so is the Cosmopolitan Hotel. Hale and Slade’s livery stable is still standing, with water up to the windows, but their old stable was washed away Tuesday. The distillery buildings were still standing, but the smoke stacks had fallen. The town is deserted, probably not a soul remaining there.

June 5, 1924 – 100 Years Ago

The No. 2 schoolhouse was moved to Goldendale last week by Goldendale Grange No. 49 and placed on the corner lot on Broadway east of the J. H. Allyn wood working shop where it will be used as a Grange Hall. Sometime ago, the Grange purchased the building for $150 from the school district, and the lot was acquired just recently. The building was hauled to town on dollies by the Frank Linden tractor and quick work was made in bringing it in after they got it on the road. The distance it was moved was about three miles. [Today the old building is an apartment on the corner of East Broadway and Chatfield.]

May 30, 1974 – 50 Years Ago

A recent addition to the police ranks of the area is State Trooper Jim Gleason. Trooper Gleason came to Goldendale from Tacoma where he was stationed the last nine years. A native of Seattle, the trooper attended Highland High School. In 1965 he was signed by the Pittsburg Pirates as a pitcher. He played five seasons with the Pirates before he was sidelined by an arm injury. He left the Pirates and joined the State Troopers.

May 31, 1984 – 40 Years Ago

The Columbus Avenue Baptist Church will meet Sunday, June 3, initiating Sunday School and worship services in their own facility, a mobile chapel at 815 North Columbus Avenue. The site is on church-owned property where a permanent building is planned within two years. The group has been meeting in the Senior Center since its beginnings last summer.

—Richard Lefever Klickitat County Historical Society

February 22, 1945Frank Alvau Knows His Spaghetti

When Frank Alvau, who was born in Sardinia, fi rst came to this country as a young man, he and a friend named Charlie were aboard a train when an Italian woman lost her ticket. The train officials let her continue, but she had no money or food. Frank and Charlie decided to get off the train and buy her some bread, as they saw a woman selling bread at the station.

Charlie handed her a dollar, and she gave him a loaf of bread. Then he got his words mixed and said, “More” and she piled 19 more loaves upon him. Just then the train started to pull out, and Charlie and Frank had to run for it, getting on the last car with the aid of the conductor. They staggered through the cars under the load of 20 loaves of bread, fi nally reaching their seats. Needless to say, they ate bread clear across the country.

Is At Maryhill

Alvau has leased the old Jordon place at Maryhill, where he raises grapes and other fruits. His talents for grape-raising go back to his boyhood in Sardinia. His family had lived on the same place for generations, probably 400 years, and each generation had had a vineyard. As a boy, Frank hauled wood on his back from a distance of from five to six miles.

“In school, they always taught that America was the most wonderful place in the world. I resolved to come to America when I could, for I knew I would never amount to anything if I stayed in Italy, whereas America is the land of opportunity and equal rights. I got my passport to America in 1909, but went to France instead for a year, where I did mason work on the Rivierra. Then I was in Belgium and fi nally sailed for Panama City. There I did mason work during the time the Panama Canal was being built.

Comes To U. S. A.

“Finally I came to the United States, and got a job

in a coal mine in Denver. The conditions were much worse than they were in Italy. In the homeland we worked good hours, workers’ homes were inspected to see that they were neat and clean to prevent the spreading of disease, and workers were given more considerations. In Colorado, I received a big disappointment in this nation, for we worked terribly long hours, had no insurance, etc. I would get so tired I would come home and fall asleep before I could cook my dinner. However, conditions in the two countries are reversed now.

“After several months of this,” Alvau recounted, “I said to myself, ‘This isn’t the America I learned about. It must be better somewhere else. This is just a bad spot;’ so I went to Alaska with a friend.

Friend Is Frightened

We knew very little English and my friend and I went into the employment office in Alaska and when I walked, in the man yelled, ‘Shut the door’ and my friend thought he meant for us to get out, so he ran out, but I stayed. We called him back in, and the man shouted ‘Shut the door’ again and my friend ran out again. We fi nally convinced him it was alright for him to be there. But he asked us where we had worked last, and when we said Colorado, he wouldn’t hire us because they were having some trouble with some men from Colorado.”

Alvau went on to tell how he and his friend were walking down the street talking in the native dialect of Sardinia, when a man overheard them and asked them if they were from Sardinia. He turned out to be the assistant superintendent, and heard their story and got them a job.

Is A Sourdough

Alvau is a Sourdough, among other things. Eventually he returned to the states, where he did masonry work, coal and

This picture has been colorized. Dale Cameron and Karen Ritter identified the gentleman in last week’s Goldendale’s Attic Mystery Picture as Bill Hansen, also known as Big Bill. This picture shows Mr. Hansen working at the O.K. Tread Rubber Plant in Goldendale.

gold mining in Washington, Wyoming, California, Oklahoma, Nevada and several other states. He went to Pennsylvania and married a woman who had been born in Northern Italy.

“I have been in many parts of the world, but after once being in Washington, I believe it is the best place there is, and I don’t speak from the standpoint of a native Washingtonian. It’s a beautiful country, a good place to make friends and a good place to work.”

With the repeal of prohibition, expert winemakers were at a premium. Alvau was made secretary-treasurer and general manager of the National Wine company in Seattle, being one of the few in the country who really understood the old world methods of making wine.

He decided he wanted to buy some Muscat grapes and make the delicious Muscatel wine, but no grapes of that type were to be found in the state. Someone told him there was a place at Maryhill where he would fi nd a patch of Muscats. He had never heard of Maryhill, but came down to investigate. He found Mr. Jordan and fell in love with the place, later leasing it. He left the company and is now at Maryhill raising grapes that he sells to the company.

Best Grapes In World Alvau believes that the

The plant was announced in 1963 and started production in January of 1964. It later closed in 1968, according to a source whose father worked there back in the day. Other pictures of the production line were printed in the paper, but we could not fi nd this particular one.

grapes grown here are as good or better than any grapes in the world. He was going to set up a small winery, but gave up the idea with the advent of the war. He has a son and a daughter, Antonietta married and is living in Seattle, where her husband is a departmental head at Boeing. Gino is a pharmacist’s mate fi rst class in the navy, and received the Presidential unit citation, having been overseas in the earlier days of Guadalcanal. He is now in Norman, Oklahoma, and is also married. Alvau lost two brothers in the last war. He now lives all alone on his fruit farm, where he has about 30 acres of grapes, and raises peaches and cherries as well. He doesn’t raise garlic but, like a true Italian, he loves it. He makes his own spaghetti and his own wine. The last news he has had of his parents in the old country was in 1939, when he heard that his father had died at the age of nearly 100. He has not heard from his mother since the war started.

Frank Alvau is a small, brown-eyed, black-haired man with a twinkle in his eyes and a great sense of humor. His schoolboy version of America has been justified, and he thinks it is the greatest country in the world.

OpiniOn

Celebrating the end of another school year

Goldendale School District’s school year is drawing to a close. It is a time for reflection and celebration. This year has been filled with growth and learning supported by the dedication of our wonderful staff. The end of the school year marks a milestone in the educational journey of our students. We celebrate the individual and collective successes that our students have had over the course of year.

Lexi Molnar received a Presidential Scholar honor, the first we believe in Goldendale history. Claira Tuning’s artwork received the Inspire Washington Award at the OSPI art show. Jeslyn Berry and Taryn Rising in tennis; Raymond Holycross in triple jump, and Matt Gray in wrestling, all took first place at state competitions. We celebrate these individual student achievements!

Guest Column Ellen Perconti, GSD Superintendent

Goldendale FFA took first place at State for their high school and middle school National Chapter Teams, which recognize the top chapters in the state. They qualified to compete at Nationals in the fall. The Goldendale High School Math Team placed first in regional competition. These achievements, along with the athletic successes over the course of the school year, are reasons to be proud of our students and the leadership of our staff.

Goldendale is fortunate to have dedicated staff who care about our students and work tirelessly to ensure they are successful and prepared for their next life step. We will be saying goodbye to John Westerman after his ten years of service as High School Principal, and to Erin Klejeski and Susan Baxter, teachers at the Primary School who are retiring at the end of the school year. It is said that when a teacher retires, they take a library full of learning with them. These educators’ work here in Goldendale is appreciated and we will miss their knowledge and expertise.

At the end of the school year, we acknowledge the transitions between grade levels and between schools. Most of all, we honor the transition of our graduating seniors from K-12 education to the world of work, higher education, trade school, and the military. We celebrate the accomplishment acknowledged by the diploma, as one important step along the journey of life.

Thank you to the Goldendale community for your support of our schools, staff, and students. We celebrate with you the end of this school year and look forward to our continued partnership in the next school year.

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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 .

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.

Mistaken identity

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

A few days ago, a friend of mine told me that she saw my name in the Goldendale Sentinel. I investigated and found that the Sentinel’s May 22 issue reported I had made a public comment during a recent Board of (Klickitat) County Commissioners (BOCC) meeting. But I haven’t been to a BOCC meeting in several years. A case of mistaken identity, for sure. But there it was. I had allegedly expressed concerns about the legality of the BOCC Chair Lori Zoller stepping down to second a motion at an earlier BOCC meeting where only two commissioners were present.

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.

seems to be so emotionally charged and contentious? Is it possible that our attention is being intentionally directed toward conflict? If so, why? Who benefits from this conflict?

Ken McKune Goldendale

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For the record, I would never have expressed this sort of concern. You see, I was the Clerk of the Board for the BOCC for several years, and I am quite familiar with parliamentary procedure. And whether there are two or three commissioners present, the chair has every right to step down to second a motion if that chair believes the motion should be considered by the board and there is no other second offered or available.

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.”

Each week, I read commentary disparaging perceived enemies and imaginary foes. Most of the bickering is shallow and misses the bigger picture by a good country mile. Currently, there is a concerted effort to consolidate power and control through the vertical integration of public policies from the global to the local level. Regardless of affiliation, please realize this is the real threat to democracy as it removes your voice from the decision-making process.

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.

Letters from the community

Dictators have used this tactic because it works to help them gain power. Read some history: it is not an uncommon practice and should be a concern for all. This letter demonstrates how his campaign is based on creating fear, then controlling and uniting other fearful people against anyone who has different beliefs, the “enemies.” Name-calling and labeling are typically used by early elementary school kids, not someone trying to be the leader of our country.

Barbara Beattie White Salmon

The county jail is a perfect example. The selected course of action consolidates power and control, thereby advancing, perhaps unwittingly, an overarching political agenda. Forming a new Department of Corrections and appointing (not electing) a department head, creates another layer of government control and diminishes your ability to have a say in the process.

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

Also for the record, I have no ill feelings about this. I have no beef with the article’s writer, Rodger Nichols, or the Sentinel for this honest mistake. But I am curious how this may have happened. Perhaps Mr. Nichols incorrectly heard the name of the person who made the comments?

Whatever the case, these things happen. Being a former news reporter myself, situations occur when a speaker at a public meeting is misidentified. No worries.

Larry Gourley Goldendale

Who wants control?

The proposed closure of the Klickitat County jail has exposed deep divisions within our communities. What is undeniable is that concerned citizens throughout the county hold vehemently opposed convictions about the best path forward. Also true is the fact that these convictions fall along the familiar lines of bitter political divisions plaguing our nation.

Do you think that is just a coincidence? Why is it that people on the left and right believe so differently? Why is it that every single issue

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Ken Margraf Goldendale

Thus, as the agenda progresses from Scenario 3 – 2 – 1, which is the intention, as stated, to close the county jail and ship county jobs and tax dollars to Oregon, your voice will be marginalized more than it already has. Who really benefits from this? Answer: those who are seeking more control.

Left or right, beware of wolves in sheep’s clothing.

Luke Throop Goldendale

‘Enemies’ is a strong word

I received a letter from Trump Inc. asking for money. This desperate letter was full of concern for how terrible things are. Radical extremists, socialists, globalists, deep state, Marxists, far left fringe (and more) are supporting “lunatic liberal causes” and will destroy our country. What?! It would have been laughable were it not for the statement that there are “enemies” who don’t agree with the Trump line.

“Enemies” is a strong word. I don’t believe my neighbors and friends with different political beliefs are my enemies. The tropes used are tiresome, but labeling others as “enemies” for their beliefs should strike concern in all of us.

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Something on their radar Washingtonian Women may feel secure that our State will protect their reproductive freedoms. However, the Comstock Act of 1873 is still on the books and prohibits sending through the mail “every article, instrument, substance, drug, medicine, or thing” that could be used in performing an abortion. In other words, on direction by a President Trump in 2025, the Department of Justice could decide that it is illegal to mail mifepristone, a Food and Drug Administration-approved drug which is safe and effective, to medical providers and pharmacies. Surgical instruments used in abortions could also be impacted. Abortions across the country and in Washington State would effectively be impossible to access. The Comstock Act could also limit the availability of certain contraceptives.

On the radar of the Supreme Court, the Comstock Act was mentioned three times during oral arguments in a case dealing with access to mifepristone. If an anti-reproductive choice president decided to direct the Justice Department to enforce the Comstock Act, at least two Supreme Court Justices would welcome this challenge.

The Comstock Act can be repealed by Congress, and it’s vital to elect pro-choice legislators who will vote for this repeal. Reelection of Joe Biden will also assure that this Act will not be enacted during the next four years. Meanwhile, a Democratic President and legislature can codify abortion rights in law. Your vote matters.

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Pet Day a bighit

Ourlittlecommunitywas humming with activity all last week

The Glenwood elementary and middle school students enjoyed bringing their special pets toschoolintheafternoonof June5forPetDay Thisisa funeventthatkidshereget toenjoybecauseourschool issmall, and it workswell

Pets ranged from kitties, mama cats lots of dogs a rooster,goats,ablue-bellied lizard,ahorse,andonecow

Rosie the cow loves attention so her kid, Jocee Hoctor, hada bagof cowtreats andletlotsofthekidsoffer

Rosie a treat They were brave and it was fun, but I have to say, they sure thought the slime on their handsfromhertonguewas

gross That evening, the Glenwood HighSchoolstudents werehonoredattheannual awardsbanquetinthegym

The delicious dinner was prepared by the Glenwood Homemakers and served by several Glenwood High School alumni Many awards weregivenoutand it was great toseethe kids rewardedfortheeffortthey putforthallyearlong Thursday night was baccalaureate at the Pioneer Memorial Community Church Once again, the seniors of the class of 2024 were presented with bibles made possible by endowment fund created by the Ladies Aid before that service organizationdisbanded,toenable the decades long tradition of presenting bibles to all the seniors to continue

Many of the parents and some grandparents attendingthatnightstillhavethe bibles presented to them so many years ago Now, Joslyn Arnold Isabella Bensel,GraceGriffin,Kyler Henderson, MorganSmith, and Nicodemus Speaking EagleTomeohavetheirown bibles from the Glenwood LadiesAid

Friday night was the8th grade class promotion to high school This was an awesomeclass with Blaine Arnold Jocee Hoctor Lanae Moss, Wyatt Patterson, and Kerryna Thompson proudly moving on to high school Blaine and Jocee have attended GlenwoodSchooltogethersince theyweretinylittle3-yearoldsinpreschool Joceeled theflagsalute, and Blaine, asclasspresident,gavethe classaddress Thesebright 8thgraderswerepresented with many academic and athleticawards by various teachers Amy McNealy gavea greataddress to the studentswithwiseadviceas they begin to think of, not only high school, but their future beyond high school

2023-2024Bickleton HighSchool HonorRoll 2nd Semester 4.0GPA:(none)

3.75-3.99:Maddie Andrews,VanessaDel Rio,AddisonWhitmore, GabyTucker 3.50-3.74:AudreyPoteet CooperMains 3.25-3.49:Azucena Bahena-Sepulveda, 3.00-3.24:GentryHurst, DragonFetzer

HOMETOWN

The Glenwood Women’s Club served refreshments afterward Congratulations toa greatclasswhowillbe agreatadditiontotheGlenwood High School student bodythisfall

The next day we all celebratedourseniorsattheir graduation The students received many scholarships Isabella Bensel gave the valedictory address and Grace Griffin gave the salutatory address Both speeches were great and spoken from their hearts

The seniors chose one of the Glenwood teaching staff, Mrs Sara McFall, who teaches science and other CTE classesandalso served as athletic director and track coach as their guest speaker What Sara impartedtotheseniorswas great wisdom and I hope they all took her words to heart TheGlenwoodHomemakers served cake and punch after the ceremony

This was another great classandImreallygoingto miss them all, but they all have great plans for their futuresbeyondhighschool Congratulationstotheclass of2024 Welldone

Nowtheseniorsaredone but theother students will be done with their school year on Thursday, June 13 It’s a little later than other years but we had some weather closures that resulted inthe need tomake upsomedays Justa heads upthat therewillbe kidsandbikesaroundtown atalltimesof theday now so please drive through townwithcaution

The Glenwood Ketchum Kalfrodeoisapproachingat thespeed of a bullet train Membershadaworkdayon Sunday,June9,andabusiness meeting where many important rodeo details were discussed and new directorsand officers were nominated andelected We all have our assignments and are excited to present the 89th Ketchum Kalf Rodeo,betterthaneverthis year

Weareproud of our 2024 Rodeo Queen Micaela Gutierrez who participated in the Grand Floral Parade of the Portland Rose Festival on Saturday, June 8 Micaela has been doing a wonderfuljobrepresenting ourrodeoatvariousrodeos and events in Washington andOregon ApastKetchum Kalf Queen, Brandi Vance Coons,servesasourqueen coordinator this year and the two of them make a great team as they travel to promote our rodeo Its goingtobeanexcitingshow thisyear June15and16,so bringDadand comeonout andenjoythefun

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Seventh-gradeFFAmembersinMrs Krieg’sclasses at Goldendale Middle Schoolhadtheopportunity to learn about their local watershed,theLittleKlickitat River, with the helpof communityofficials From JanuarytoMarch students hadtheopportunitytorear salmonin their classroom tank and release 100 Fall Chinook salmon into the watershed “Studentswork with the Yakama Nation to raisesalmon as wellas learn about the concepts of salmon lifecycle, water qualitytesting andconservation throughour class,” commented Mrs Randi Krieg, GMS Agriculture Teacher

All7th-grade FFAmembers were able to attend eight stations related to conservationintheirlocal watershedonJune4th,2024 at Brooks Memorial Park The purpose of this event wastoletthestudentspracticethecontentknowledge they havelearned in their classroom outsidein their own watershed with communityprofessionalsasthe stationleaders

BRYNNABAUMGARDEN In thestations, students wereable tolook forsigns ofahealthystreamandtest water quality,identifyand spray(withwater)invasive plants in the area, measured the streams width anddepth,viewwatershed footage from a drone, collect and view macroinvertebrates, practice casting fishingrods,andcreatean ideal stream model after beaver interactions “The beaver dam model station wasfun Wegottousefake animalsandplantstomake a healthyecosystem Ihad the opportunity to help with beaver dam-like construction in the fall, so I knewalotofinformation,” commented 7th grader FFA member Lily Oswalt Studentshadlearnedabout their watershed area and its benefits but this trip wasawaytoseefirst-hand andtalkaboutwaystohelp improvethewatershed

This day was made possible by the following community members and agencies: Jeanette Bur-

khardt, Gerard Foley and

Patrick Hayes of Yakama Nation Fisheries; BJ Jim Jr ofYakamaNation;Mike Bosko of Mid-Columbia Fisheries; Aaron Ricker of Washington

Washington State Parks;

3.75-3.99:MadisonJobe

3.50-3.74:XavierCharvet

3.25-3.49:(none)

3.00-3.24:VictoriaLeon, KendraWalker,Aleah DelRio

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Department Hargrove who served as

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Glenwood News Mary Pierce

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WEEKLY AND MONTHLY EVENTS

Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday

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

Sunday

• Lyle Farmers/Crafters Sunday Market - 10 a.m. - -2 p.m. at the community center.

M onday

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

• Programs for Peaceful Living Domestic Violence Victim support group via zoom Mondays 10 a.m. 509-773-6100 or 509493-1533.

• 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

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

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

Tuesday

• EPIC Youth Center at 1106 S Roosevelt in Goldendale is open from 10 - 11:30 am for grades 5 – 8. Come enjoy indoor and outdoor activities such as soccer, volleyball, dodge ball, pickleball, table tennis and more. Meet new people and make new friends. For updates, check out our website at epicyouthcenter.org.

• Wellness Warriors 3 – 4 p.m. on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at the Goldendale Library on Burgen Street. Join us as our local health department nurses teach us about different wellness topics to keep ourselves safe an healthy. Topics include: Hand Hygiene, Nutrition, Physical Activity, Emotional Health, & Safety/Injury Prevention. All ages are welcome, topics will be covered at an elementary school level.

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

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

• Goldendale Junior Community Chamber 7 p.m. 2nd Tues-

day 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 at Rheingarten Park.

• 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.

• BINGO night: 3 p.m. on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at the High Prairie Community Center on Struck Rd. Meals and cards for purchase (discounted kids’ meals) Come meet your neighbors and enjoy some family fun!

Wednesday

• Healing Song Circle: 6:30 –7:30 p.m. every 4th Wednesday of the month, Missing Corner in BZ Corner. Song in healing for our hearts, our communities, and our world. Please come join us for this monthly community offering. We will be hosting and inviting many songwriters to share their songs too! Super excited to see you there! By donation $10-20, no one turned away. RSVP at laurarosedoctor@gmail.com, 509-637-9425.

• Learn and Play!

– 2 – 3 p.m. every 4th Wednesday of the month at the Goldendale Library. Fun and learning for you and your little ones!

• Family Fun Night at the Goldendale American Legion on Broadway St. 4th Wednesday of every month at 6:30

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

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

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

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

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

• Trivia at the American Legion – (on hold through summer) every week 6:30 p.m.

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

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

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

Thursday

• EPIC Youth Center at 1106 S Roosevelt in Goldendale is open from 10 - 11:30 a.m. for grades 1 - 4. Come enjoy indoor and outdoor activities such as floor hockey, balloon volleyball, dodge ball and more. Meet new people and make new friends. For updates, check out our website at epicyouthcenter.org

• EPIC Youth Center at 1106 S Roosevelt in Goldendale is open for all youth from 6:30-8 p.m. for indoor and/or outdoor activities.

Community Events

Meet new people, have fun playing soccer, dodge ball, gaga ball and more! For updates, check out our website at epicyouthcenter.org or follow us on Facebook.

• Al Anon Group meets at 7 p.m. at the Nazarene Church 124 W Allyn in Goldendale. Call 509-310-3377 with questions.

• Learn and Play! 10:30 –11:30 a.m. at the White Salmon Library. Stories, songs, puppets, crafts and more for young children (birth through 5yrs) and their parents or caregivers presented by White Salmon Valley Community Library Staff. Free book for each participant provided by the FVRL Foundation.

• Goldendale Grange #49 Meeting – 4th Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at 228 E Darland in Goldendale

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

ages 7-10 (all ages welcome at the Goldendale Library).

Saturday

• Farmers Market in Goldendale. 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. every Saturday at the Goldendale Chamber of Commerce on Broadway.

• Farmers Market, High Prairie: 701 Struck Road, Lyle (between Centerville & Lyle), the 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. June –September. Vendors, please contact Bea Wilson 509-637-0584.

• 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.

• Goldendale Aglow Lighthouse meets from 2 - 4 p.m. at the Senior Center 3rd Saturday of every month –, 115 E. Main St. Goldendale

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

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

wood School. Cowboy Church Service Sunday from 9 - 10 a.m. Rodeo parade is Sunday at 11 thru Downtown Glenwood. For more information or to enter call 509-364-3427

June 17, 2024 Morality and Medicine - a free public discussion: 6 - 9 p.m. at the Maryhill Museum of Art, 35 Maryhill Drive. Morality and Medicine: HOw Philosophy can help with healthcare decisions. See the details on the front page of this week’s edition.

June 19, 2024, 2024 Summer Soltice Business Social: 6 - 8 p.m. at the Goldendale Observatory. This event is the perfect opportunity to expand your network and gain valuable business resources while enjoying the beautiful summer weather.

Our event will feature a variety of activities, including silent auctions with amazing prizes, informative presentations from industry experts, and plenty of opportunities to connect with like-minded professionals. You’ll have the chance to learn about the latest industry trends, discover new business solutions, and make meaningful connections that could help take your career to the next level. Join us for an evening of fun, learning, and networking as we celebrate the longest day of the year and the start of a great summer season. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to connect with the best and brightest in your industry!

June 20 – 22, 2024 EPIC Youth Center Soccer Camp: 9:30 –12:30 for ages 7 – 16 at 1106 S Roosevelt in Goldendale. Check out the website epicyouthcenter. org for waivers and code of conduct information.

June 21, 2024, The Oregon Reptile Man: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the Goldendale Library on Burgen Street. Learn about reptiles with humor and patience.

June 27, 2024, Free Food Distribution: 12 – 2 p.m. at the Christ the King Lutheran Church in Goldendale. Drive-Thru event up to 250 families while supplies last.

June 27, 2024, Republic Services Open House: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. 500 Roosevelt Grade Rd, Roosevelt. Join us for our open house. Free burgers & hotdog BBQ, a bouncey house, and tours to see live operations at the landfill face. Come see what we are all about!

June 28, 2024, El Baul de las Artes: 10:30 - 12:30 at the Goldendale Community Library. Intended for teens and tweens. Hands-on workshop, explore how ancient cultures drew inspiration from nature, particularly from the sacred corn plant, to create intricate arts and crafts June 29, 2024, Cattleman of the Year Field Day: Pace and Virginia Amidon, details to follow.

July 1 – 31,2024, Klickitat School District Summer Meal Program: 12 - 1 p.m. Klickitat School 99 School Drive. Klickitat School District will be providing FREE summer meals to youth age 18 and below. Please contact Superintendent Kendrick Lester at 509-369-4145 for more information.

July 4, 2024, Demolition Derby & Fireworks Show: Gates open at 1 p.m., opening ceremony at 4:30, Derby starts at 5 p.m. Klickitat County Fairgrounds in Goldendale Contact Todd at 509-261-00484 or Scott 509-250-2001

July 5 – 6, 2024, Goldendale Annual Community Days: Visit the Goldendale Chamber of Commerce website for more detail on these events.

July 6, 2024, Celebrate 100 Years with Goldendale Golf Club: Activites begin as the club as we decorate our golf carts for the annual Community Days Parade! Immediately after the parade ththese activites will be available at the golf club until 6 p.m: Farmers Market, mini golf, GGC walking history, bouncy house, water slide, food trucks, live music. Contact Amy Wilson for more information, amywilson@pga.com.

• Bingo - on hold until the end of Summer. Goldendale American Legion Thursdays - card packets go on sale 6:30 p.m. game starts 7 p.m. Food available

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

• WAGAP Mobile Food Bank – 1st Thursday of the month: 9-11 a.m. Wishram school, 12–2 p.m. Dallesport Community Center, 3-5 p.m. Lyle Lions Club. 3rd Thursday of the month: 9-11 a.m. Trout Lake Baptist Church, 12-2 p.m. BZ Corner Community Building. Call 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 5:30, Bingo at 6 and the Salmon Run Grill is open from 5:30 –7:30

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

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

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

• Crafternoons at the Library –every 4th Friday 2:30 – 4 p.m. for

COMMUNITY EVENTS

YOUTH SOCCER REGISTRATION NOW OPEN thru July 12! Pick up an application at the pool. Call Mike Villamar at 509-480-2311 for more information or visit the pool website for forms.

June 12, 2024, Summer at your Library Launch Party: 2:30 – 4:30 p.m. at the Goldendale Library on Burgen St. June 14, 2024, Epic Youth Center Summer Kickoff: 67:30 p.m. at 1106 Sout Roosevelt in Goldendale. Come celebrate the start of the summer season with free food and fun outdoor summer games. All ages are invited. Check out epicyoucenter.org for more information.

June 14 - 16, 2024, Rastelli Circus: Shows are at the following times: 6/14 7 p.m., 6/15 4 p.m. & 7 p.m., 6/16 at 2 p.m. We promis an action packed show that will keep you and your family on the edge of your seats! The circus showcases an impressive lineup of world-class performers, including jugglers, acrobats, acomedians, clowns, and aerialists, whoc come together grom various countries to create a truly international spectavle. Tickets available at Rastellicircus.com/ June 15 – 16, 2024, 86th annual Ketchum Kalf Rodeo: Rodeo starts at 12:30 p.m. both days. Cowboy breakfast 6:30 - 10 a.m. Sunday at the Glen-

June 21 & 22, 2024, Goldendale City Wide Yard Sales: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Goldendale residents sign up at goldendalechamber.org through June 16. Free to participate. Pick up free lists of sales at Goldendale Chamber 903E. Broadway from June 19-22. Follow on facebook June 22, 2024, Bushcraft 101 Workshop: 11 am - 12 noon at he Goldendale Commuity Library on Burgen Street. Join Mike Lummio of Bushcraft Northwest to learn usefu lknots and rope techniques. Designed for teens and tweens.

June 24, 2024, Red Cross First Aid, CPR, and AED course: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at The Missing Corner, BZ Corner. Train for Moments that Matter - Safely, Effectively & Confidently. Whether you need First Aid, CPR, and AED training that satisfies OSHA-mandated job requirements, workplace, or other regulatory requirements, or you just want to know how to keep your loved ones safe, the American Red Cross is your “go-to” source of emergency and safety training for more than a century. More than 5 million people choose our award-winning courses to learn life-saving skills each year. Instructor: Scott Cascella Cost: $85 Signup Link: https://www.pdxraft.com/CPR June 26 & 29th, 2024, Hunter Education Class: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the Glenwood Fire Hall 205 North Division Street. Register online https://www.register-ed. com/events/view/214470

July 8 - 12, 2024 Vacation Bible School at Columbus Avenue Baptist Church: 9 a.m. - noon . Look for registration forms in our candy bags at the Community Days Parade or call the church at 509-773-4471

July 11 – 13, 2024, Friends of the Goldendale Library Book Sale

July 17, 2024, Summer at your Library Midsummer Party: 2:30 – 4:30 p.m. at the Goldendale Community Library on Burgen Street.

July 19, 2024, Science Heroes: Adventures of the Lost Treasure: 11 – 12 p.m. at the Goldendale Community Library on Burgen Street. This is an immersive experience that combines storytelling with STEM exploration. Contact the Library for more information.

July 27 – 28, 2024 W.E. Rock Crawl Western Series Round 3: Broken Boulder Farm, Goldendale.

July 26 - 28, 2024 Klickitat Canyon Days: Free hot dog dinner Friday night at the Community Center, Fire Department fundraiser breakfast on Saturday morning and vendors starting at 9 on Saturday. Rubby ducky race will be on Sunday. Vendors needed, email klickitatcanyonday@gmail.com. September 7, 2024, Splendor of the River: 5 - 9 p.m. at the Maryhill Musuem. Support Maryhill Museum’s mission to ignite a journey of educational enrichment in the Columbia Gorge! Together we hold the keys to an enchanting guture. Tickets available and sponsorships available at www.maryhillmuseum.org or 509-773-3733

O BITUA RIES

Katherine Raney Golden Foley

Katherine Raney Golden Foley, lovingly known as Kathy, passed away at the age of 71 on May 28, 2024, surrounded by her family. She was born on February 8, 1953, in American Falls, Idaho, and most recently resided in Goldendale.

Kathy was adopted by her great-uncle Bill Golden and his wife Gladys Golden, joining their son, Harold Golden. They raised Kathy with the utmost love and care, providing a life full of adventure, learning, and lifelong memories.

Throughout her life, Kathy pursued various professions, including working as a bartender and bookkeeper. Kathy was very creative she made many beautiful things with her hands. She had a green thumb and could grow just about anything. When she lived on Gowen Road in Boise, Idaho, she had two very large gardens with which she used to feed her family throughout the year.

Kathy had a motto she lived by: “If you don’t have anything nice to say, don’t say anything at all!” This quote reflected her belief in kindness and respect towards others.

One of Kathy’s proudest accomplishments was her role in her grandchildren’s upbringing. She was a devoted mother and grandmother, always putting her family above all else.

She shared her life journey with her beloved husband, David Foley Jr. Together, they created a bond that stood the test of time. Kathy’s passing leaves a void in the hearts

of her husband and children: Melissa (Donovan) Howtopat, Charlie (Annie) Foley, and David Foley III. She is also survived by grandchildren Jordan (Cari) Foley-Jones, Macaw Howtopat, Kateri Howtopat, Patricia Crozier, Kaden (Haylee) Walker, Austin (Deyanna) Miner, and Damein Foley; great-grandchildren Alarah Tewee, Kioni Wyena, Dekaylin Jones, Nahpasis Howtopat, Ivyana Howtopat, Charlette Wright, Becklee Crozier, Callan Crozier, Ashtyn Walker, and Taytum Miner; siblings Linda (Bob) Salsbery, Lane (Cheryl) Johnson, Billy Reed, Kerry (Peter) Banks, Bruce Bandel, Kellie (Kevin) Zanni, Shelly Poole; and bonus sister Robin (Dave) VanLeer. Kathy was preceded in death by both her biological parents, Cecil Tayc and Ancil Jean Golden Reed; and her adopted parents, Bill and Gladys Golden. She was also preceded in death by her brother Harold Golden and her grandson Ivan Howtopat. Kathy will be remembered for her loving and caring nature. Her defi ning personality traits, such as her selflessness and dedication to family, will forever leave an indelible mark on those who knew and loved her.

An interment will be held on June 22, 2024, at 3 p.m. at Mountain View Cemetery in Goldendale, followed by a Celebration of Life at the Goldendale Grange at 4 p.m. where there will also be a potluck dinner.

Carmen Gayle (Emmanuel) Latta

Carmen Gayle (Emmanuel) Latta of Goldendale was born December 14,1957, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, to Ralph and Roselyn Emmanuel. When Carmen was 4, Ralph passed away and Roselyn married Bobby Snively and together they raised Carmen.

New Hope holds open house

Friends of New Hope Farms gathered in Goldendale on Saturday, June 1, for their annual Open House. The program, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., included introductions, music, tours of the new Activity Center, a barbecue provided by Bake My Day Cafe, and lots of conversation.

Master of Ceremonies

Spring Gallant provided a rousing introduction of residents, staff, and board members. Our 60 guests included parents and guardians, siblings, and other relatives of residents, as well as local friends and supporters.

Gallant announced plans to build a new gym for fun and fitness, especially during the coldest and hottest parts of the year when outdoor recreation is difficult.

Introductions were followed by entertainment provided by the residents of the three houses, who sang and signed “Over

the Rainbow.” Individual performances by residents included songs such as “Jesus Loves Me,” “It’s Still Rock and Roll to Me,” “I Can’t Wait to be King,” and “Born Free.” Other performances were a hula hoop routine, signing to the tune of “Firework,” and a fashion show. New Hope Farms has

On September 19, 1988, she married Mark Latta in Moro, Oregon, on the Lewis and Clark Trail. During their marriage they lived in Rufus and Gresham, Oregon, before moving to Goldendale. Carmen enjoyed writing, painting and games. She is survived by her husband Mark, who faithfully cared for her at their home, and her dog, Chelsea.

BAPTIST

The Lord called Carmen home on May 22, 2024. At this time no service is planned.

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

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

EASTERN ORTHODOX

Ss. Joachim & Anna Orthodox Mission

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

Church Directory

GRACE BRETHREN

Community Grace Brethren 1180 S Roosevelt, Goldendale. Pastor Aaron Wirick. 509.773.3388. Sun Svc 10:30am in person. Tue: Youth Group 6-8pm. Wed: AWANA 2pm GoldendaleGrace.com. Watch us on Facebook Live: Facebook.com/GoldendaleGrace "Learning - Living - Loving JESUS."

LUTHERAN

Christ the King Lutheran S Columbus & Simcoe Dr, Goldendale; Vicar Ann Adams. 509.773.5750. Worship services 10 Everyone welcome.

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

NAZARENE - Church of the Nazarene

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

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

RIVER of LIFE CHURCH of GOD 2023 Pipeline Rd, Goldendale; Pastors Rod & Cathy Smith, 509-250-0222, 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 10 "Find refreshment for your soul and friends for your journey."

the jail sub-department and moving the funds into a nondepartmental budget. The BOCC is further directing staff to take all steps necessary to remove jail services from the Sheriff’s Department, bring forward a transition plan, and make a resolution to the BOCC for adoption on April 2, 2024.

This is with the intent that we close the jail not later than April 12, 2024.”

When Songer again made the accusation of lying at the June 4 meeting, Anderson replied, “You are missing a very key word there,” he told Songer, “and that is intent. You said that we were lying, when the motion clearly stated it would begin negotiations, and there was an intent for closure, which allows staff to start negotiations.”

“You can color it any way you want it,” Songer shot back. “In my opinion, the two of you lied to the Sheriff’s Office and the employees of that Sheriff and the public at large.”

He said that, as a result, jail staff morale “had gone in the toilet” and that their fate was his prime concern.

He also announced that, as of June 1, he had appointed Chief Jail Administrator Loren Culp to a different management position as Chief Criminal Deputy. Songer had announced his intention to do so at a

One really striking example is that there’s research showing a clear overlap between the places where pharmaceutical companies invested a lot of money to encourage doctors to prescribe opioids like Oxycontin. Take a map of places where a lot of money was put into encouraging physician prescription writing, and then overlay that with a map of where a lot of opioid addiction and deaths occurred. Unfortunately, those maps line up really well. That’s an example of a place where there’s a close connection between ethics and effectiveness.”

Kabesenche states there is a database that lists medical professionals and facilities and what payments they receive from drug and medical devices companies (it’s openpaymentsdata. cms.gov/search.) “And there’s a separate database where you can find out what drugs in general they have prescribed over the past year,” he says. “Investigative researchers have gone in and basically combined these two databases, and they show what, by this point, we should expect. And that is that when doctors take money from drug companies, they tend to write prescriptions for the products of the companies from which they take money.”

Knowing this happens clearly is of benefit to patients. Are there other useful pointers a person coming to the presentation Monday can expect to gain?

“When you’re near the end of your life, either you or someone on your behalf will be making really big

previous meeting so that he could keep Culp on the staff if the BOCC were going to take over jail operations. Culp, he said, would remain in charge of the jail until such time as the operation might be transferred to a new department of corrections.

After another verbal skirmish, Anderson said, “Neither Commissioner Zoller nor I have talked about you personally. We have not put out any press releases about the Sheriff or your staff. We have not made personal attacks on the radio or in public or anywhere else. We have been acting professionally, looking at the facts, trying to deal with a situation which, honestly, none of the three of us sitting up here wanted to have put in front of us. We have a lot of other things we have to manage.”

“A special election would solve that, wouldn’t it?” the Sheriff replied.

In other jail-related subjects, Anderson said the county will bring in a consultant to do a thorough examination of the jail facility and its policies and its procedures, and he hoped the county’s insurance pool will be paying a portion of that cost. He also said they are looking for a transition manager who has done this in other Washington counties to oversee the

decisions,” Kabasenche points out. “For instance, whether to continue treatment, what kinds of treatments to pursue. In a very real way, this affects the quality of a person’s death. There’s research that shows that patients who have not given much thought to how they would like to die, what a good death would look like, their default is that they’re going to be given a lot of interventions. There’s other research that shows the more intervention that is done to you at the end of life, generally speaking, would match with what most people describe as a low-quality death.” Research shows the more consideration given to how one dies is directly proportional to the quality of passing. Then there are issues such as physician-assisted suicide, abortion, and performance enhancement, among many others.

“Part of the talk [Monday] will be where medicine and ethics are relatively less controversial partners. But there are other areas of medicine and ethics where it’s not at all uncontroversial. There’s a lot of controversy. And so another part of my talk will be inviting the audience to think with me about how we can address those especially contentious issues. There are some ways in which ethics is built right into the core aims of healthcare. The stakes are very real. It’s not just an academic debate; it very much affects the quality of people’s lives, the integrity of the practice of healthcare providers, and all kinds of related matters.” Then there’s that

transition. “This is not the first county this has happened to in recent years,” he said. “It’s happened in Clark County; it’s happened in Benton County; it’s happened in Spokane County. And Garfield County just shut their jail and is contracting services out.”

During his portion of the agenda, Public Works Director Jeff Hunter reported that replacing the vent covers in the jail would cost around $30,000 and that funds for that project would come from money originally set aside to improve the jail lobby. He also suggested that the vents be thoroughly cleaned, as there is a big buildup of material in them that sometimes restricts airflow.

And there is an unusual twist to the story.

Sherman County Sheriff Brad Lohrey, who operated NORCOR for five years, said it was ironic that Sheriff Songer had contacted him about contracting with other jails. That’s because in the mid-1980s, problems Wasco County was having with its own jail led to it ending its agreement to accept Sherman County prisoners.

“We needed a place to go,” he said. “They actually had to change the law in Washington so they could accept our prisoners.”

That was in 1987, and the

reference in the presentation description about “good” help. What is “good?” That, after all, is a topic of philosophic debate for millennia. Kabasenche immediately talks about a Harvard Medical Center study of the effects of placebos.

“There may be a placebo effect just from the kind of confidence that a patient places in a doctor,” he states. “It’s how a doctor elicits by how they present themselves to patients.

We have a course in our medical curriculum at WSU that’s called the Art and Practice of Medicine. And that’s because it really is an art; it really is something you practice at. It’s not just a matter of taking hard science and applying it algorithmically to patients who could be replaced by numbers. You have to engage with a real person. You have to treat a whole person. You don’t just treat a cancerous organ or a broken body part or a failing organ system. You treat a person. Treating a person requires the provider to also be a person and to engage at a level of humanity and decency that is going to meet the patient where they are. It’s eliciting a sense of confidence from the patient that, ‘I’m here to help you. I’m committed to helping you. The reason that I get up and put on my white coat in the morning, because I want to help patients.’ Some bioethicists have likened this to a covenantal relationship. It’s not a contract. If it’s a contract, you and I make a contract, maybe I’m going to sell you my car. We agree to terms: you’re going to give me a bunch of money, and

result was RCW 70.48.090 (2) which reads, “A city or county may contract for jail services with an adjacent county, or city in an adjacent county, in a neighboring state.”

Paragraph (4) of that same RCW also gives a city or county the ability to create a department of corrections to be in charge of the jail and of all persons confined therein. Without the creation of such a department, the jail falls under the jurisdiction of the chief law enforcement officer of the city or county.

The jail was not the only subject for Commissioners on June 4.

Columbia Gorge Regional Airport Manager Jeff Renard presented commissioners with a land lease for a new company, KDLS Aircraft Storage, LLC, which is requesting permission to build a 60’ x 120’ aircraft hanger on one of the lots near the new taxiway. The land lease for the 7,200 square foot building will be just $1,440 per year. That’s because, in part, the federal government is subsidizing airport activity to keep private aviation alive, and the 20 cents per square foot per year is actually one of the higher rates in the region. Once the 40 years are up, though, the hangar becomes the property of the

I’m going to give you a car. Each of us comes away with something that we want, but those things are unrelated to one another.

“In a covenant, what we share in common is literally shared in common. Sometimes people will liken a marriage to a covenant relationship in the sense that the good of the marriage is a thing that is shared between the parties. So if you think of a providerpatient relationship as a covenantal relationship, then it’s defined by the good of the relationship, and the good of the relationship is promoting the wellbeing of the patient. That’s why both the patient and the provider are in the room. They’re both there for the same reason, which is to promote the wellbeing of the patient. There is a kind of ethical responsibility if you’re entering into this profession. You need to recognize that you are there to treat patients, real human beings. And that will require you to engage with them as a real human being. And that will include among other things, that you are presenting to them a kind of confidence that you will not abandon them.”

Kabasenche is being brought to Goldendale by Klickitat Valley Health (KVH). KVH’s Director of Support Services Jonathan Lewis explains why the

airport. Renard also noted that the agreement between Klickitat County and the City of The Dalles that created the joint ownership of the airport took place in 2002, with each entity agreeing to contribute $65,000 per year to the airport. “That $130,000 annual joint contribution hasn’t changed since 2002,” Renard said, “There’s never been an additional dollar. The only money that has changed during that time has been match money for local grants, and with the almost $6 million that I was able to leverage last year, we were at about four percent match money instead of 10 percent.”

He also said one of the most exciting developments would be to complete everything needed for Columbia Gorge Community College to offer an airplane repair certification program. “That will mean lots of jobs for the youth of the area,” he said. Under the consent agenda, the BOCC approved:

• A contract amendment between the county Behavioral Health and Relias for a platform that is used for staff training and continuing education.

• A ground lease between City of The Dalles, Klickitat County and

hospital had a special interest in creating this event. “I met Bill at a conference on ‘The Anatomy of the Soul’ in Walla Walla,” he says. “He told me about his relationship with Humanities Washington and how his department has been giving talks in rural communities around eastern Washington. I asked more about how it worked and then pitched the idea to the senior leaders at KVH. “I was mainly intrigued by his ability to address very hard questions without being divisive. We also had a very interesting discussion about the importance of rural communities taking control of our own healthcare needs.”

Lewis believes the event will be of interest to a wide range of people. “People who are interested in healthcare and its hard questions should attend,” he adds. “We have sent out special invitations to the medical providers at KVH, Skyline, and MCMC [Mid Columbia Medical Center, now called Adventist Health Columbia Gorge].

I’d especially encourage people who have deep problems with the current state of healthcare—maybe even people who have some trauma related to a healthcare experience—to engage and help us have a civil conversation about those concerns. The more

KDLS Airport Storage, LLC.

• A resolution establishing outdoor burning restrictions in Burn Ban Zone Three, effective from Monday, June 17, 2024, until rescinded.

• A $40,000 increase in the contract between the county and AKS Engineering that amends the cost from $44,000 to $84,000.

• An hourly rate consultant agreement between the county and Sargent Engineers, Inc., to repair expansion joints and install asphalt overlays for four bridges in the county.

• Another consultant agreement between the county and Sargent Engineers, Inc., to develop plans, specifications, and estimates for deck repair/ rehabilitation for five other bridges located in the county.

• A request from Goldendale Rodeo Bible Camp to waive fees for the use of the Klickitat County Fairgrounds on July 22, 2024, through July 28, 2024.

• A resolution initiating Klickitat County Road Projects and assigning CRP numbers.

we share together and work on the difficult questions, the more we will be able to leave the next generation with more humane systems and solutions.”

Kabasenche says he’s looking forward to being here and putting his hardearned education to work. His PhD is in Philosophy. “I went to a graduate program at the University of Tennessee that at the time had a very strong focus within the philosophy department on biomedical ethics,” he states. “I picked that program because one of the components of the curriculum I did there was six months of rotations through the University of Tennessee Medical Center, so I could see how ethics plays out in actual clinical settings. I had a friend once who joked that I’m a blue-collar philosopher, in the sense that I care about philosophy as it shows up in our everyday lives, not just sort of abstract, ivory-tower kind of theoretical thing. I do a lot of theoretical work but always with an eye toward how this matters in real lives.”

So kids, when you tell your parents you’re going to major in Philosophy and they ask you how you expect to make a living with that, now you know what to tell them.

ETHICS

WCTU-KAEG support family shing at Spear sh Lake

LAURIE WILHITE

WCTU-KAEG CO-CHAIR

Last Saturday, June 8, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and Klickitat Alternate Engagement Group (KAEG) Trout Unlimited with the Washington Council of Trout Unlimited hosted a Kids Fishing Day event from 9 a.m. to noon. The event was beginner-friendly

and open to the public free of charge. Approximately 75 children and their families attended the event at Spearfish Lake. Fishing poles, bait, and volunteer assistance were also available. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers staff provided water safety activities and giveaways. Mark Tracy, Manager of the Triple D Bait, Tackle, & Outdoor Supply, donated

six dozen nightcrawlers for the event. Mark’s business is in Goldendale, and he said, “I’m happy to donate the bait because it’s so important to get kids out there fishing.”

“We provide all the necessary equipment for fishing, so no one needs to worry about showing up unprepared,” said David LaDouceur, Natural Resource Manager at

USACE. “Bonus—if you aren’t a great fisherman, no worries because the volunteers from Trout Unlimited are there to help out.”

The WCTU-KAEG provided a beginner casting station where youth could cast a bobber into a hoop on the ground and practice their aim. Volunteers Gary Gidley, Tony Paolino, Don Wilhite, and Laurie Wilhite

also untangled fishing gear and provided lakeside casting assistance. Laurie Wilhite, KAEG Co-chair, and other Trout Unlimited volunteers have been helping at Spearfi sh Lake for many years. She summarized, “This event is more than just about catching fish; it’s about instilling a love for outdoor activities and fostering a deeper connection with

nature among the younger generation. Parents and guardians were encouraged to join in and share a funfi lled morning by the lake with their children. With bait and tackle provided, all that was needed was a sense of adventure and a readiness to reel in some fish—and possibly some cherished memories were made along the way.”

FISH FUN: Left to right: Evan Williams helps thank Tripple D Bait Tackle & Supply for their support. Felix Nares caught the biggest fish. Richard Hamilton the III and IV were

team.

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON

IN AND FOR KLICKITAT COUNTY

In the Matter of the Estate of JUDITH LEXA, Deceased.

Case No. 24-4-00026-20

PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS

RCW 11.40.030

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

Date of first publication: May 29, 2024 /s/ Jeffrey A. Lexa

Jeffrey A. Lexa, Personal Representative Estate of Judith Lexa PO Box 2350 The Dalles OR 97058 (2211, 2303, 2401)

PUBLIC NOTICE

Beginning in June 2024, the Bickleton School District Board of Directors will have Work Meetings starting at 7:00pm with a Regular Meeting to follow starting at 7:30pm every 4th Tuesday of the month. (2304, 2402)

PUBLIC NOTICE

The Bickleton School Dis-

N otices

trict will have a reading of a Budget Revision Resolution at their next meeting on June 25, 2024 at 7:30pm. (2305, 2403)

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

The Goldendale School District #404 is soliciting Requests for Proposals (RFP) for a Landscaping Architectural Firm to design, plan and manage the demolition, excavation and construction of a track, football field and as an alternative project a stand-alone concession building with ADA bathrooms. The submittals should include; architect’s qualifications with like projects, years of experience with like projects and reference list.

Proposals will be received up to the close of business on June 21, 2024. Any questions can be directed to Dean Schlenker, Business and Operations Manager Goldendale School District. Dean.schlenker@gsd404.org. Hard copies can be mailed to Goldendale School District #404, 604 E Brooks St. Goldendale WA 98620. (2306, 2404)

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KLICKITAT Estate of, JUAN A. AGUON and JOYCE L. AGUON, Deceased. Case No.: 24-4-00031-20 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) PLEASE TAKE NOTICE

The above Court has appointed TRENT A. AGUON as Personal Representative of Decedent’s estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must present the claim: (a) Before the time when the claim would be barred by any applicable statute of limitations, and; (b) In the manner provided in RCW 11.40.070: (i) By filing the original of the claim with the foregoing Court, and (ii) By serving on or mailing to me at the address below a copy of the claim. The claim must be presented by the later of: (a) Thirty (30) days after I served or mailed this Notice as provided in RCW 11.40.020(1) (c), or (b) Four (4) months after the date of first publica-

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tion of this Notice. If the claim is not presented within this time period, the claim will be forever barred except as provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective for claims against both the Decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets.

First Publication of this Notice: JUNE 5, 2024

Justin D. Leigh, Attorney for Petitioner

The Law Office of Justin D. Leigh PO Box 855, Goldendale, WA 98620 (509) 426-4415

WSBA No. 55307 (2308, 2405, 2501)

CALL FOR BID

Sealed bids will be received by the Commission of Public Utility District No. 1 of Klickitat County for Glenwood Lift Station Replacement Pumps. Bids may also be submitted by email to Seth Jones, sjones@klickpud.com, subject line Glenwood Lift Station Replacement Pumps. Bids will be received until June 27, 2024 at 2:00 P.M. Pacific Time, at the District’s office at 1313 South Columbus, Goldendale, Washington, 98620, at which time and place the bids will be publicly opened and read. The bid documents and specifications may be obtained at the District’s office.

Each bid shall be accompanied by a certified or cashier’s check on a bank that is a member of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation payable to the order of the Commission of Public Utility District No. 1 of Klickitat County, or by a bid bond with a corporate surety licensed to do business in the State of Washington in an amount not less than 5% of the amount of the bid. Each bid to be firm and binding for 60 days after the time set for the bid opening. The District reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, and to waive minor irregulari-

Manager II certifications and other certifications as the employer deems necessary to fulfill the duties of the positions. Application and complete job description are available on the city website (www.ci.goldendale.wa.us) or by contacting Sandy at the City of Goldendale, 1103 S Columbus Ave., Goldendale, WA 98620; phone 509773-3771. Position is open until filled. An EOE.

WANTED In search of HOUSEKEEPER, every two weeks, pay somewhat adjustable. Call Terry at 509-261-2038 (7.3)

GARAGE SALE Friday, Saturday, and Sunday 9-5 each day Household good, gardening tools, metal storage shelves, portable engine hoist, ETC too much to list! 109 Elm Street in Murdock Call 509-314-0453

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Dated this 15th day of May, 2024. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 Of KLICKITAT COUNTY.

Randy L. Knowles

President (2309, 2406, 2502)

PUBLIC NOTICE

Klickitat County Lead Entity Technical Committee Meeting June 13th, 2024

The role of the Klickitat County Lead Entity Technical Committee (TC) is to provide technical advice to the Klickitat County Lead Entity Citizens Review Committee (CRC) on the identification, sequencing, and prioritization of projects for salmonid recovery and the evaluation of the technical merits of candidate projects submitted to the CRC.

This meeting will be held on Thursday, June 13th, 2024 at 9:00 A.M. at the Pioneer Center in the Bingen room. The Pioneer Center is located at 501 NE Washington St, White Salmon, WA. This open public meeting will also be accessible online using Google Meet via the link provided below. Other 2024 meeting dates will be announced in future notices. Meeting Links: Google Meets meet.google.com/gwb-qsaurfb

Join by phone (US) +1 307-209-4579

PIN: 608 813 212# SIP Address 3634635777326@video.klickitatcounty.org ID: 3634635777326

For any questions, please contact: Klickitat County Natural Resources Department 115 W Court St, Goldendale, WA 98620 Phone: 541-980-1687 (2310, 2407)

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TRACE SW series inverter/ chargers with revision 4.01 software by XANTREX SW2024 $500 509-7733636

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FREEZER & REFRIGERATOR, approximately 18 CF $400. Large Chest Freezer, 15 CF, both in good condition. $250. 509-250-1232. No delivery.

DOG KENNELS 27”L x 21”W x 20” Tall. $45 Call after 10 a.m. 509-250-2927

WANTED: Egg Cartons: Brought to Grain Growers in Goldendale 509-773-5598. $500 OR LESS 2 pairs Water Skis (Connelly advantage and Connelly Flex 250), 1 small life vest 12”, 2 adult life vests plus 2 additional $100 takes it all. 509-773-4286

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Bid Date, June 3, 2024

Bids will be received by Klick Networks, LLC, located at P.O. Box 909 Lyle, WA 98635 until 11:59 P.M., June 17, 2024, for the general contract for construction of Broadband Infrastructure in the town of Trout Lake, WA 98650. The project consists of constructing approximately 18 miles of fiber (aerial and underground) from the Trout Lake Grange throughout the community of Trout Lake serving around 400 homes. Construction documents for the project are prepared by WBE Technologies, LLC. Availability of Bidding Documents: Bona fide general contractors may obtain a copy of the construction docs and routes for fiber by emailing info@klicknetworks.com. Rejection of Bids: Klick Networks shall have the right to reject any or all bids in any way incomplete or irregular. All work performed on the project will be subject to state prevailing wage rates. The bids will be opened at 6 AM, June 3, 2024. This project is partially funded through the Washington State Public Works Board Loan program. PWB requirements and provisions must be met by general contractors and all subcontractors. (2311, 2408, 2503)

PUBLIC NOTICE

Goldendale School District is requesting companies to be added to our small works roster for a 40 ft wide x 40 foot long x 16 feet high metal building installed. To include permitting, excavation and finished slab. Questions can be directed to Dean Schlenker, Business Manager 509-773-5177, dean.schlenker@gsd404.org (2409)

NOTICE OF BUDGET HEARING

A public meeting of the MidColumbia Economic Development District (governing body) will be held on Thursday, June 20, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. virtually (info below). The purpose of this meeting will be to discuss the budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2024, as approved by the Mid-Columbia Economic Development District Budget Committee.

A copy of the budget may be inspected or obtained at 802

Chenowith Loop Road, The Dalles, Oregon between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. and online at mcedd. org. The budget was prepared on a basis of accounting that is consistent with the basis of accounting used during the preceding year. To join the meeting, call 253-2050468 with Meeting ID 873 5240 7877 or join via zoom at https://us06web.zoom. us/j/87352407877. Public comment at this Budget Hearing will be taken in written and phone format. Contact jill@ mcedd.org to submit comment or for questions about remote access information. This budget is for X Annual Period 2-year Period. (2410)

PUBLIC NOTICE

Klickitat County Lead Entity Citizens Review Committee Meeting June 20th, 2024 The role of the Klickitat County Lead Entity Citizens Review Committee (CRC) is to support salmonid recovery by identifying credible and fundable habitat protection and enhancement projects. This process will support related programs and activities that produce sustainable and measurable benefits for fish and fish habitat. This meeting will be held on Thursday, June 20th, 2024 at 6:00 P.M. at the Klickitat County Services Building in Room 100. The Klickitat County Services Building is located at 115 W. Court Street, Goldendale, WA. This open public meeting will also be accessible online using Google Meet via the link provided below. Other 2024 meeting dates will be announced in future notices. Meeting Links: Google Meets meet.google.com/kzd-grgqutp Join by phone (US) +1 252-499-2083 PIN: 893 523 460# SIP Address 1112643019394@video.klickitatcounty.org ID: 1112643019394 For any questions, please contact: Klickitat County Natural Resources Department 115 W Court St, Goldendale, WA 98620 Phone: 541-980-1687 (2411, 2504)

MANTIS 2-CYCLE MINICULTIVATOR/ROTOTILLER, gas powered, older model, requires 2-stroke oil (not included). Price: $75. Call 509-773-0300.

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

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

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

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

TEETER EP-560 INVER-

SION TABLE, Brand new for Back Pain, 300 lb Capacity. Paid $270, but we’re moving, so we will sell it for $150. Firm price. 360-623-0342.

MISC ITEMS Freezer $75 obo 3x2x2, Air Conditioner $50 OBO, Cedar Chest $50 OBO, Dehumidifier make an offer 541-435-4923 Goldendale. KIRBY VACUUM cleaner with shampooer $300 509773-4684

CANOE 15’ fiberglass with oars $400 509-250-6154 Announcements & Notices

ATTENTION READERS: Readers respond to ads at their own risk. If in doubt about a particular offer, check with the Better Business Protection Agency @ 503-378-4320 before investing any money. This publication assumes no liability over advertisers.

Classified

Deadlines: MONDAY 9AM

Mid-Week Editions: Hobbies/ Crafts CONTRACT BRIDGE PLAYERS WANTED Looking to start a Bridge Club group and looking for people who love to play. Call Frank at 240-286-4435. Loans IT’S ILLEGAL for companies doing business by phone to promise you a loan and ask you to pay for it before they deliver. A public

OAK DINING TABLE, beautiful 100yr old oak table with 6 chairs $250/ 2006 Honda Pilot receiver hitch, electric plug included, fits others $100/ 7-speed Genesis Aluminum Frame Bike – like new $100 – Call or text Mike 509-412-0656.

NAMI

Gorge Youth Mentoring (G.Y.M.)

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for walks. She has been waiting to spend a couple days a month with a mentor who could get her out of the house and expose her to more outdoor activities. For more information on how to get involved with G.Y.M., please call Kateel at 541-399-0259.

or less • 5 Lines Free • Includes print & online Excludes: Food, produce, hay, animals, firewood, fuel, automobiles and garage sales.

PLOW, Dearborn Model 10-1 (3 point) - 2 bottom, 14”. Late 40’s). Good condition. No missing parts. $500. OBO. 541-354-1680. Odell.

WOOD Rack for Dodge pickup full bed. Heavy duty construction. $100. 541806-4666.

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

MOTORCYCLE Tank Bag & Saddle Bag. $50 for both. 541-296-5996.

BISTRO/High Counter Swivel Chairs. 47” tall, seat at 30”, seat width 21”. $50 each. 2 available. 541-4907254.

CAMPING Cots (2). Steel frame construction, durable polyester fabric, carrying case included. $40 each. 541-490-7254.

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

RIDING Lawnmower Engines (3). Briggs & Stratton. $25 each. 541-354-1748.

DRESSER with Mirror. $50. 541-965-2251.

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

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

SINGER Sewing Machine Cabinet. Walnut wood. Good condition. $50. 541490-0056.

CLEAR Glass Dinner Plates, set of 15. 10 inch diameter. $45. 541-490-7254.

Antiques & Collectibles

TIME Life History of WWII Books. 11 volumes. Hard cover. Pristine condition. $200. 541-490-0056. Book Collections To New Homes Collections for sale. Books: British literature, Native American, Lewis and Clark, Pacific NW history and natural history, 1909 Harvard Classics. Media: cassettes, CD’s, LP’s. Cameras. These are being sold as complete collections and not sold piecemeal. These are in the White Salmon Valley. Text to arrange time to inspect. 503-347-5639. AND...mark your calendars: big garage sale Saturday morning June 29th. Watch this space for address and times of sale.

Appliances

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

Building Materials

Good condition. $50. 541490-0056. PLOW, Dearborn Model 10-1 (3 point) - 2 bottom, 14”. Late 40’s). Good condition. No missing parts. $500. OBO. 541-354-1680. Odell.

Miscellaneous Wanted WANTED: Old Rock Collections Agate, jasper, jade, mineral specimens, etc. 541-399-5039.

Tools

RIDING Lawnmower Engines (3). Briggs & Stratton. $25 each. 541-354-1748.

WOOD Rack for Dodge pickup full bed. Heavy duty construction. $100. 541806-4666.

Sporting Goods

CAMPING Cots (2). Steel frame construction, durable polyester fabric, carrying case included. $40 each. 541-490-7254.

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

NOTICE Certain laws and restrictions, as well as registration requirements, apply to the sale of firearms. For more information, contact the Seattle Field Division of the Department of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms at 206204-3205. This field division is responsible for Washington, Idaho, Oregon, Alaska and Hawaii. You may also go to www.atf.gov for FAQs and information.

Cats FREE CATS & KITTENS FOR GOOD HOMES

Call Elizabeth at 541-386-5099

Garden & Lawn DAHLIAS!! Dahlias!! Beautiful Flowers. Plant Dahlia Tubers now. $3 each. 541490-1792.

Auctions

NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION

Saturday, June 1, 2024 10am Columbia Stowaway 1821 W. 2nd Street The Dalles, OR #3 Amber Sanders, #117, #140, & 410 Brandie Hichinbotham, #139 Dallas Dugger, #408 Deborah Tattershall, and #572 Beau Christoperson.

Highest bidder must remove entire contents within 48 hours of sale. No checks.

Garage/Yard

Sales

Advertise Your Garage Sale Up to 10 lines Print and Online $25 Prepaid To place your ad contact your local newspaper. Hood River News 541-386-1234 hoodrivernews.com Click Classifieds The Dalles Chronicle 541-296-2141 thedalleschronicle.com Click Classifieds White Salmon Enterprise 509-493-2112 whitesalmonenterprise.com Click Classifieds LARGE MOVING

SALE Friday, Saturday & Sunday May 31 & June 1 & 2 8am-4pm 7525 Clear Creek Road Parkdale Downsizing and motivated to sell! Lots of stuff. Come see!

MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE!

SIMCOE AUTO AUCTION Thursday, May 23rd 109 Wing Road Goldendale, WA 98620 10am-12pm 509-314-0084

SIMCOE AUTO AUCTION Tuesday, May 21 91610 Biggs-Rufus Hwy. Wasco, OR 97065 10am-12pm 509-314-0084

Pickups & Trucks 1994 FORD F150. Brand new tires and numerous parts. Doesn’t run. $800. 509-637-5144.

Motorcycles 2003 SUZUKI Dual Sport DR400. Extra gas tank & seat. Good condition. $1,700. 541-296-5996. MOTORCYCLE Tank Bag & Saddle Bag. $50 for both. 541-296-5996.

Travel Trailers

FIFTH Wheel Trailer built into front room and bedroom combined. Comes with wood stove. Completely redone. Free. Available in June to be hauled away. 509-637-5144.

Apartments for Rent

PUBLISHER’S

NOTICE

All real estate advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertiser any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sec, handicap, familial state or national origin, or an intention to make any such preferences, limitations or discriminations. Familial state includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women & people securing custody of children under 19.

This newspaper will not knowingly accept any adverting for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-6699777, TTY/TDD: 1-800-9279275.

Help Wanted

DEPENDABLE

CAREGIVERS

Needed to assist adults w/ developmental disabilities. No experience needed. Full Time with benefits. Paid training. $19.00 per hour plus $1,000 sign-on bonus. andyb@forcci.org

DOMESTIC

COUPLE NEEDED

We are looking to hire a Domestic Couple to oversee the care and maintenance of an estate in Parkdale, OR. The couple will be responsible for the care and maintenance of the home (inside and out), trail, pond, grounds, and garden. If you are interested, please apply at https://hrpersonal.applicantpool.com/ jobs/1081036-29044.html or call 503-450-0712.

OPERATION & MAINTENANCE

TECHNICIAN

Farmers Irrigation District

(FID) is actively recruiting for the position of Operation & Maintenance Technician (O&M Tech). Qualifications required: high school diploma or GED, and must possess and maintain a valid Oregon driver’s license. Benefits include: competitive salary range, depends on experience ($21/hour+), paid vacation, sick leave, full family medical, dental and vision, PERS retirement, and a district vehicle and phone. Full time work schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30am-4pm (full time, 40 hours/week). Applications accepted until Friday, June 7th at 4pm. For a full job description and application email: fidhr@ fidhr.org, go to www.fidhr.org or call 541-387-5261.

MENTAL

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

CLASSROOM SPECIALIST

Gorge Academy Day Program

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

LIVE & WORK in JAPAN

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

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

Applicants must be a resident of Hood River and either hold a bachelor’s degree or obtain one by June 30, 2023.

For more information and additional application requirements contact LisaAnn Kawachi at lisakawachi@yahoo.com or 541-4900338.

THE TICKET to a dream job might be a scam. Please be cautious! High-Paying Postal Jobs! No Experience Required! Don’t pay for information about jobs with the Postal Service or Federal Government. Call the Federal Trade Commission toll free @ 1-877-FTC-HELP, or visit www.ftc.gov to learn more. A public service message from Teh Dalles Chronicle and the FTC.

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SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

WISHRAM SCHOOL DISTRICT

We are recruiting for a Special Education Teacher to serve the Wishram School District for the 2024-25 school year. This position is full time, 185 day contract. $52,370.00 - $98,708.00 full annual range. Apply online: www. esd112.org/takeroot

Join the Columbia Gorge News Team! CUSTOMER RETENTION SPECIALIST

Columbia Gorge News is hiring a Customer Retention Specialist for our subscriber department. Do you enjoy talking with people on the phone? We are a quickly growing newspaper and online newspaper serving the entire Gorge area. This position will supervise current subscribers, solicit new, oversee distribution of the newspaper and occasionally deliver a missed newspaper. The ideal candidate must possess great customer service skills and be comfortable and accurate with data entry software, including excel.

REPORTER

Reporter

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tion has offices in Hood River and The Dalles, Oregon and in White Salmon, Washington. The newspaper publishes once weekly and posts online web and social media content regularly. This is a great opportunity to expand your journalism experience.

This entry-level position requires the ability to cover a variety of general news including government, state and city along with feature stories and specialty publications. The reporter will be focused on a variety of beats throughout the Gorge communities and will require reliable transportation.

The candidate will be self-motivated, but team-oriented with the desire to learn and write about a variety of people and topics. The ability to be organized and meet deadlines is a must. The candidate should offer a willingness to provide positive public relations on behalf of the Columbia Gorge News within the communities it serves. AP writing style and

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

ADVERTISE STATEWIDE with a $325 classified listing or $1600 for a display ad. Call The Sentinel at 509-773-3777 for details.

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An octopus can change to camouflage itself so well it is almost invisible. It lives in every ocean in the world and can swim up to 25 miles an hour! It can stay out of water for up to an hour and because it doesn’t have bones it can fit into any hole or crack that is no larger than its beak. This curious animal can live for two to four years and there are almost 300 different species of octopuses. As for the argument about octopuses or octopi, we are sticking with octopuses. That is how it has been since ancient times and I am not going to win an argument with the ancient Greeks who originally invented the word.

Just so we know what exactly we are talking about here, an Octopus is not a fish. It is a cephalopod. Cephalopods are invertebrate animals. That means they have no backbone. It is related to a much larger group of animals than you can imagine. Snails, slugs and clams are distant cousins. Closer relatives include squid and cuttlefish. An octopus has no bones, three hearts and a huge brain. Of course we can’t forget eight tentacles. Did you know two of those are legs and the other six are arms? The tentacles are covered with hundreds, even thousands of suckers that help an octopus hold onto its prey. Fun fact: if an octopus loses an arm it will grow back, or regenerate. Octopuses also have blue blood.

One reason that this animal has been around for so long is it has developed amazing survival techniques. Octopuses have a beak that is very strong. They use the beak to chomp down on prey and enemies. Once octopuses chomp down, they inject toxin into theie prey. Every octopus has toxin, but only one is deadly to humans. That is the blue ringed octopus. An octopus also has the amazing ability to create ink. When the animal is startled, it releases this ink as it swims away. This defense mechanism disorients the predator and allows the octopus to get away. Fun fact: some chefs use octopus, squid or cuttlefish ink to color food, especially if they want the food to appear black.

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Octopuses have been around for a very long time. As a matter of fact the oldest known octopus was found in Bear Gulch Montana. The fossil that was discovered in 1922 was carbon dated and is 330 million years old. The fact that they outlived the dinosaurs, and survived to live after Bear Gulch, gives us an idea about how easily they adapt to changing environments. As a matter of fact as we watch fishing, pollution and the rising temperature of the oceans endanger many of the ocean’s animal population; octopuses are doing just fine.

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The octopuses’ most fascinating defense is the ability to disappear right before your eyes. Most octopuses can control the chromatophores under their skin and literally fade into the background. This isn’t like a chameleon that just changes color. An octopus can also change its texture. In a matter of seconds an octopus skin can go from smooth to bumpy.

Octopuses can come in many shapes and sizes and they live in a variety of habitats. The Pacific Ocean is home to both the largest and smallest of the octopuses. The Giant Pacific Octopus can grow as big as 29 feet wide and can weigh 44 pounds. The Star-sucker Pygmy Octopus is about the size of the cap on a bottle of soda and is the smallest of the octopuses. The Blue Ringed Octopus can make its rings flash on and off like a neon sign. Even though it is quite beautiful it is considered to be the deadliest octopus. Other unusual animals in this family include the Dumbo, the Mimic and the Coconut Octopuses. How can this not be one of your favorite animals?

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