County tort claim vote called ‘dirty politics’
RODGER NICHOLS FOR THE SENTINEL
It was two against one again at the Klickitat County Commissioners meeting on October 15. The meeting agenda originally showed the meeting concluding before noon with an executive session to consult with the prosecuting attorney. But Commissioner Jacob Anderson asked for a post-lunch session to be added. Following a discussion on taxes, he made this announcement:
“Based on the allegations presented to the legislative authority, and after consulting with legal counsel, at this time I will move that Dan Christopher was not acting in his official duties related to the alleged actions outlined in the tort notice of claim. Nor was he acting in good faith. Therefore, the county should deny coverage at taxpayer expense.”
Commissioner Anderson was referring to a document sent earlier to the county, a notification that Mark Jobe, husband of Klickitat County Auditor Heather Jobe, had filed a tort action against Commissioner Christopher for intimidation of Jobe’s free speech and other items in his official capacity as commissioner.
Chair Lori Zoller stepped down to second Anderson’s motion, and it passed by two votes.
If Klickitat County’s insurance pool honors that vote, Christoper would have to defend against the lawsuit out of his own pocket.
Christoper responded, “It is the insurance company that ultimately will handle this and decide whether there was a proper investigation. Because I will notify you now, so you can’t say you didn’t know, the prosecutor never asked me any questions, never asked for any documents. So if you make an action based on insufficient research, you might be opening the county up to more litigation.”
Responding to a request for further comment later that day, Christopher said in June he had received a call from Auditor Heather Jobe threatening to “destroy” him. (The auditor subsequently confirmed making that comment, saying it was in response to Christopher’s assertion that he had “dirt” on her husband and implying he would use it against the Jobes. “It was the mama bear in me wanting to protect my family,” she said.) Christopher added that Prosecuting Attorney David Quesnel had sent him an email just hours after the filing of the tort claim, making what Christopher described as “false allegations” in denying him insurance coverage and written in such a way that it was designed to be a story in next week’s Goldendale Sentinel
“What we witnessed today,” Christopher concluded, “was dirty politics to make me look guilty in the court of public opinion on the week that ballots get mailed from Ms. Jobe’s office in order to influence the outcome of an election. In the end, I have
Beware the Medicare scare
LOU MARZELES EDITOR
It’s the latest scam. It goes like this:
You get a call from someone who sounds very pleasant. He/ she asks, “Is this [your name]?”
Being a nice person yourself, you say, “Yes.”
He/she then says, “I’m calling from Medicare.”
“Oh?”
“Yes. We’re calling to make sure you received your Medicare card.”
Isn’t that thoughtful? But there’s a problem.
Medicare doesn’t call people unless they’re already a member of the plan. Such calls would be
related to a specific health or drug plan. Meaning, if you’re already a member of the plan, they already know that. They wouldn’t need to ask if you received your card.
One savvy person in Goldendale knew a red flag when she saw one. When the caller said they were checking to see if the Medicare card had arrived, the scam target smartly replied, “Give me the name and phone number of your supervisor so I can make sure this isn’t a scam.” Click. One busted scammer. Medicare is well aware of scam attempts using its name. The agency offers the following list of things never to do related
City hears lack of progress report
RODGER NICHOLS FOR THE SENTINEL
Much of the interest in the October 21 Goldendale City Council meeting was directed toward the 2024 North Phase Waterline Improvement Project. Engineer Dustin Conroy had a lack-ofprogress report.
“They’re down to 20 percent of their days left, and they only have 18 percent of the project done,” he said. “They don’t have a single line in service yet. People on High Street are here to complain about it. I think I would, too, if I was in that position. Our contractor has not performed well at all.” Conroy said he’s not been able to contact the contractor, so he issued a stop work order two
weeks ago. The company has until Thursday to issue a reply. He added that the city has been in discussion with legal counsel on the next steps, which may involve the company that issued a performance bond for the project.
Several residents commented on the condition of the street. Here’s a sampling of their comments:
• “Coming off Columbus at High Street, that’s a pretty steep slope, and it’s like gravel.
just a mess.
• “Something’s got to be done, for access, for safety.”
• “Two cars cannot go down this road physically at the same time because it’s already a disaster.
TOP AND BOTTOM: LOU MARZELES. CENTER: JORDAN MAYBERRY.
SCARY: Saturday’s Harvest Festival, Halloween parade, and Trunk or Treat were colorful.
With homelessness on the rise and communities throughout Washington state feeling the impact, the Washington State Department of Commerce recently released a new five-year Homeless Housing Strategic Plan
Commerce developed the plan in consultation with people who have experienced homelessness and housing instability, tribal representatives, local governments and service providers from across the state Itgivesspecificactions to strengthen the homeless crisis response system by pursuing resources necessary for immediate assistance, temporary housing,andthe1.1million additional new permanent housing units needed at all income levels over the next 20years
“Meaningful, long-term reductions in homelessness and housing instability demandbroadcollaboration and data-driven solutions coming at this from every angle,” said Commerce DirectorMikeFong
Over the next five years, Fong said Commerce will increase support for strategies that reduce homelessnessratesthrough efforts to prevent people at risk of losing their housing from becoming homeless
The plan also focuses on the growth, retention and working conditions for frontline homeless service providerworkersidentifying andaddressingtheneedsof homelesshouseholds
Fong emphasized the need to ensure the statewide homeless crisis response system is high performing, accountable, andtransparent,including:
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Pursue state and federal funding for 90,000 noncongregate emergency housing beds needed (18000 in the next four years) to provide people
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LOOKINGBACK *
October 16, 1924-100 Years Ago
ThelocalpostoftheAmericanLegionisimprovingitsplotoffourblocksintheIOOFcemeterynorthof town Dirthasbeenhauledanddumpedontheplot,anditisplannedtoconstructacurbaroundtheproperty andfixitupingoodshape Treesandflowerswillbeplantedandaflagpoleerectedinthecenterofthearea
September 26, 1939-85 Years Ago
Centerville HighSchool:Quitea commotion was caused in Ancient History classThursday when some unseenforce,probablythespiritofNebuchadnezzar,decidedtogainvengeanceonthestudentsfortheirlack ofenthusiasminthesubject Evidentlytheseniorsweretheobjectasoneoftheirnumberwaschosenforthe martyrandamassofplasterfromtheceilingheapeduponhisperson Afterbeingexcavatedfromtheruins, hewasfounddamagedverylittle Theceiling,however,didnotfareaswell,buthasbeenrepairedandwill lastuntilwegetanotherhardlesson!
October 12, 1939-85 Years Ago
BulletsfromanIndian riflelast week wrotethefinalchaptertothe year-old mystery of theMt Adams ostriches TheostrichstoryoriginatedayearagowhenanIndianpackerreturnedtoToppenishwithastory ofgiantsix-footbirdshehadseeninthefoothillseastofMt Adams Thestoryspreadquickly,andIndianserviceexpertsandzoologistsbeganasearchforthebirds Eventuallytheyfoundthemandtookmotionpictures of thestrangeostrich-likebirds These pictureslater proved thegiant birdsto besandcranes Sincesand cranesarenotnativetothePacificNorthwest,theirpresenceinthecountywasneversatisfactorilyexplained
October 19, 1939-85 Years Ago
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October 24, 1954-70 Years Ago
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October 27, 1994-30 Years Ago
MembersofKlickitatCounty’sAmericanDisabilitiesAct(ADA)invitedthecountycommissionerstolookat countyfacilitiesfromanewperspective fromtheoutlookofthehandicapped Thethreecommissioners the chairoftheADAcommittee,CarolGridley,andothermembersoftheadvisoryBoard,touredthecourthouse, annex andfairgrounds on wheelchairsand crutches Theidea was to pinpoint placesin countyfacilities thatarenotaccessibletohandicappedcitizens Inallthefacilities,bathroomsweretheproblem Eventhe bathroomsthatwerebuiltwithADAguidelinesinmind,weredifficulttonegotiateinawheelchair either thedoorsweretooheavy,ortheliponthefloorwastoohigh,ortherewasnotenoughroomtoturnround CommissionerJoanFryfoundthatgarbagecanskeptgettingintheway
for Goldendale
Thevery best boomthis town can have is to go quietly along and build up only so fast as the growthofthesurrounding country will justify We have all the buildings at present needed for either business or residence, and if not another house iserectedforafullyear,it willbenosignof decayor ofawantofprosperity Far better were it that those now engaged in business or depending upon their labors for a livelihood shouldfindplentytodoand befinanciallyindependent than for the town to have a mushroom growth and double in population without having sufficient business or work tofairly supportthem How often have we heard it said that such and such towns must be prospering since so many new buildings were going up, and then again how oftenhavewelearnedlater that the same towns were full of empty houses and languishing businesses? The reason was a spasmodic, unnatural growthfromwhichthereis usuallyarelapse If,while the county is growing in populationand wealth all ofthesameregionthatwas tributary to Goldendale five years ago remained so to-day, the town could easily support nearly double its population and business But in the meantime, at least half a dozen new places for trading have sprung into existence which are more convenient for many who
before bought and sold at Goldendale
The natural position of this town is such as to always give it a degree of importanceandprosperity, though it may never becomeverylarge Within a very few years we shall expecttoseewatercarried to every part of the town andthenumberofgardens and shade trees become tenfoldgreaterthanto-day And then the industrious, energetic people will have become able to build betterdwellingsthanthey now occupy There will be a continual increase of the amount of land cultivated within a few miles of the place, and as it is better worked, its productiveness will increase Lumberbeingso cheapandplentiful nearly everyfarmercanafford to put his whole premises in a good state of repair, all of which will indirectly help the town Fuel and provisions for both man and beast cost so little as to not be burdensome, and store goods are not materially higher than in oldersettledcountries We have as good water asany locality on the globe, and fewsectionsofthecountry aremorehealthy
The mores of our citizens are moral, temperate intelligent and industrious, all of which have a most favorable tendency In a word, the inhabitants of this town andthiscountyhavemuch better surroundings than manyofthemimagine
Richard Lefever
Klickitat County Historical Society
They couldn’t run a mini-mart
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Letters from the community
I am absolutely appalled and amazed to hear people say they are voting for a candidate because they are “nice” or because of their sex, or race, or any other completely irrelevant qualification. If I need a doctor or a teacher or a waitress or anything else, I am certainly not inquiring about their “niceness” or their sex or race or any other irrelevancy. I want the most competent person I can get. That would be the doctor whose patients are usually healed, the teacher whose students become competent in a subject matter, the waitress who is trying to do her job and gives me fast, competent service.
The other thing that amazes me is the number of people over 40 who are so certain they are right about their political and social judgements. So certain they are right about everything that they cannot imagine their political opponents could be as intelligent, educated, thoughtful, and as wellmeaning as them—they just looked at more or less the same information and reached a different conclusion. Youth can be forgiven their often silly ideas and their certainty about them. Anyone over 40 ought to be able to see that their judgements have often been wrong.
I voted for Jimmy Carter, who gave away the Panama Canal. I voted for Lyndon Johnson and his “Great Society.” It was supposed to cure poverty. Instead it has grown poverty like a magic mushroom with an ever expanding need to tax the products to fund the non-productive. I voted for the younger George Bush. I was so ignorant of world affairs, I did not know Iraq was the only thing keeping Iran broke and busy with a 10-year war (over God only knows what). I thought it looked good when we went into Iraq and the people were cheering. Since then it’s been a little more problematic, looking like an incredibly ignorant waste of national treasure and America’s finest.
I think the next war we fight should be led by our president and Congress on the front lines. We have elected many people to run our country who couldn’t run a mini-mart. And we will probably do it again.
Rita Ladiges Goldendale
Consider what God did
Oh, what a fruitless discussion there has been considering a pre-born person. Abortion is not just wrong, it is murder. It is illegal to murder.
Also, please consider the rights of the father who will never hold and nurture his growing child and the pre-born person who is living and growing.
Consider what God did.
He gave His Son so that people may live.
Safe and nurturing
Eva Reynolds Hood River
I recently had the privilege of speaking at the Seventh-day Adventist celebration of their Christian School’s 50th Anniversary. What a testimony to the commitment of this church to provide this educational opportunity to the children of our community in a safe, nurturing setting with dedicated staff to oversee their training. Congratulations to all who have labored for this school/ministry. May you see many more years of service to our children.
Darrell Watson Jr. Goldendale
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Overlook his style
I was raised at an early age by my family who were all diehard Democrats. A few years ago, our family came to realize we didn’t leave the Democrat Party—the Democrat Party left us.
Like many people, I watched “The Apprentice,” not because I liked Trump (because I didn’t) but because I found the tasks intriguing.
In 2015-16 I threw my support behind Ted Cruz and Marco Rubio. I was shocked when Donald Trump won, but I voted for him with much trepidation.
I felt his choice of words weren’t what I considered presidential, but I quickly learned his love of country was unquestionable, and what he promised to do for the country he followed through on. I came to the point where I overlooked his style and focused on the results he had promised.
Burn-out has got to go
Boy, was I wrong about Donald J. Trump. Not only did I learn to appreciate his love of country as well as promises made and promises kept, but I realized his style that I had overlooked actually had positive impacts on his ability to produce results.
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 those of you on the fence or just don’t like Trump, I would like to ask you to overlook the style that might make your skin crawl and remember the results: gas prices, food prices, interest rates, world peace through strength, and a secure border, among many other accomplishments.
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.
He doesn’t care
where civility lives. Her independent thinking is too extreme for me. I will be voting for Todd Andrews. Bruce Amoss White Salmon
Just the right person
Equitable economic development is crucial for creating well-paying jobs across Klickitat County, not just at the Port, and for boosting revenues to support our shrinking county budget. Amanda Holtman Kitchings, a candidate for Klickitat County Commissioner District 1, has a fresh approach to these challenges. Unlike her competitors, Amanda thinks creatively and understands that economic growth must be tackled from multiple perspectives.
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.
One of the biggest hurdles to development in our county is the lack of affordable housing and childcare, which Amanda recognizes as critical barriers for attracting businesses. She proposes an innovative solution: attracting a housing manufacturer to the area, which would not only provide affordable homes but also create jobs for skilled laborers and apprentices.
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.
Mike Rick Goldendale
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
Mr. Throop in his October 9 letter asked, “Who is the real enemy?”
In describing the Trump voter, he wrote, “We are your neighbors, and we care about the future that we share.”
There is no evidence demonstrating that Trump “cares” in the hawking of his wares, his mocking comments, pandering to billionaires, use of denigrating nicknames, bullying, race baiting, lying, or his actions as former president that demonstrate that he cares. One can only wonder why our caring neighbors would choose to vote for such a mean person to be the chief executive of this wonderful country.
She is too extreme
Klickitat County needs someone with enthusiasm, vision, and bold ideas. Amanda Holtman Kitchings is that candidate. Vote for Amanda for Klickitat County Commissioner District 1.
Sandy Holden Montag White Salmon
Enjoy America again
Ken McKune Goldendale
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I recently received an updated “Terms for Business and Deposit Account Agreement” from Columbia Bank. I am not in the habit of reading the fine print but for some reason this time I did. I came across an “added” line that I found very concerning. Again, this line is both for personal and business accounts. It reads: “We may refuse to open and account and may close your account at any time for any reason or for no reason at all.”
He’ll make a difference
My wife, Susan, and I lived in Klickitat County for 14 years where I served as the County Engineer and Public Works Director. I will always remember our time spent in the county as a special part of our life because of the amazing people we got to know and work with. I have known Ron Ihrig for almost 14 years as we worked together on several projects during his time at the PUD. During this time, I’ve witnessed Ron successfully cooperating with Klickitat County officials, citizen groups, and other government agencies to complete projects. As a leader, Ron displayed an immense amount of experience while successfully working with diverse groups of people on a multitude of projects.
As president of the Fair Board, Ron successfully led a diverse group of board members and volunteers at each year’s fair. At fair board meetings, Ron collected input from members to problem-solve tough situations. The result of these recommendations was seriously considered and acted upon.
If you want to make a difference in local government in Klickitat County, then you need to vote for Ron Ihrig this November. Ron has a vast amount of leadership experience, the ability to work with people, is a man of integrity and honesty, and will make a great commissioner.
Go, Ron!
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.
Well qualified
Remember when the average price of gas was $2.60 a gallon, unemployment was 3.5%, we had a strong economy, manufacturing was coming back, and America was back in business becoming an economic powerhouse? We were heading toward energy independence in America, the United States armed services were once again recognized as a superior military force, and the border wall was being built to control who was coming in.
“For No Reason At All” I particularly found offensive.
Janet Holen White Salmon
Amanda Kitchings may say she is running as an Independent (I) for County Commissioner District 1, but her actions are left of the average Democrat voter.
As a board member of the Mt. View Grange, Amanda’s recent approval and promotion of a farleft extremist group meeting at the non-partisan Grange was concerning. The out-of-town group spent two hours questioning the intent of anyone who supports community safety, the Second Amendment, the Constitution, Christianity, and/or our Sheriff. Thankfully the event was not well attended, a good sign that Democrat-leaning voters don’t have time for such extreme misrepresentations.
I am deeply concerned that Amanda’s views will divide our county, not bring us back to the middle
Gordie
Kelsey Meridian, Idaho
My concern is that a comment as broad as this opens the door for abuse. I have had no difficulties with our local branch and am sorry that the headquarters has decided to take such a hard line. It ap-pears I will need to look for a bank that does not behave in this manner.
Ken Margraf Goldendale
When Trump was elected, he started tearing down the overreach of regulations, letting people take charge of their own lives and pushing the government out of the way. America works best when the people and open markets are in charge of America’s destiny. I don’t care what your ethnic background was during the Trump years, the American dream was alive and well.
It’s time to take inventory of the last three and a half years. It’s been all about bringing America down: illegal invasion, enriching the military complex by supporting three wars, the highest inflation we have seen in 43 years, and a military that has been stripped morally and has weakened our defense capability. We need a strong military to keep America safe.
When you vote think about what kind of future you want. Do you want to live under a One World, United Nations, World Health Organization authority with no hope of a better life? Or preserve American sovereignty and once again unleash the American potential for a prosperous future for all?
Vote Trump for president.
Erin Hartford Lyle
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I have had the pleasure of knowing Ron Ihrig for over 22 years, having worked with him for 18 of those years. Having served in numerous public offices, Ron is very well qualifiedand is the best candidate to serve as a County Commissioner Position 3. With Ron’s varied experience in many different offices, he knows very well the complexities of various entities and how they can work together. This is something we all need in Klickitat County, a cohesive board of commissioners that know how to get things done for the citizens of the county. Ron understands how to get things done and get them done on time and under budget. This is one thing I learned from him during our time working together. He was very attentive to his job and driven to keep projects on time and under budget. Most notable was his work on the Bickleton Water System. This project had a cost of over $1.2 million, and he worked at many different levels to obtain outside funding. He successfully reduced the cost to Bickleton to only $200,000. Ron does not have his “own agenda.” He simply wants to do what is best for the citizens of the county. He has proven leadership having served as mayor of Goldendale, president of the County Fair board, on the KVH board, and as a past county commissioner, to name a few.
Vote Ron Ihrig, County Commissioner Position 3.
Ron Schultz White Salmon
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Four new childcare providers have opened their doorsinKlickitat Countyin the past two years, and one more is nearing approval with the help of the Klickitat County Childcare Committee(KCCC) Thesesmall businesses operate out of the homesof newlylicensed providers,providingparents withanessentialservice
According to Johanna Roe, project coordinator and grant writer, help has come in a variety of ways Theprimaryefforthasbeen connecting applicants with licensingagenciesin Washington State to ensure they meet all requirements Roe and twoKCCCliaisonssupportapplicantsastheywalk through the checklists for a successful application by linkingthemwithhelpfrom groups such as Child Care AwareandSupportforEarly LearningandFamilies
Other support has come from offeringfree kits with essential supplies such as diapers,wipes,bottlewarmers, child-safe silverware, plates and bowls Childcare equipmentlikesleepingmats, activity tables, child-sized toiletseats, and highchairs are also available for those seekingtheirlicense Melissa Enyeart owner/ operator ofCreativePlayin Goldendale, said there are a lot of hurdles to getting licensed, andseveralpeople she knows gave up on the process “Atonepoint,Iwas goingtodroptheideaaswell because I needed a better fence, and the cost was out of my reach,” Enyeart said She credits KCCC through Roe, with helping her build oneusinggrantfunds,allowing her property to meet thestandards “KCCCwasabsolutelycrucialtomysuccessingetting
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Janice A. Fisk, 98, of Moses Lake, Washington passed away October 15, 2024. Services are
scheduled at Kayser’s Chapel of Memories, 831 S Pioneer Way, Moses Lake, Washington, on Friday,
October 25, with visitation beginning at 9 a.m. and service at 10 a.m.
The Giving Tree returns
Susan Marlow and Jeanne Bradley initiated the new tradition of the Giving Tree Festival two years ago.
The two-day event features specially decorated Christmas trees to be raffled as a fundraiser to help people in the community with significant health needs. Susan shares her memory of how the event got started:
In August of 2022, Jeanne Bradley and I first learned of two members of our community, Cameron Mains and Alison Azevedo, needing help with their medical concerns. We knew we had to put our heads together and come up with a way to show them our love and support. Jeanne and I both love Christmas, decorating, and the magic that the holiday season brings, so the idea came to us to put on an event where locals could donate a fully decorated, themed Christmas tree that would then be raffled off to raise money. We lovingly named this event the Giving Tree Festival.
The Giving Tree Festival was so well received by the community, we knew we had to make it an annual event so we could continue to help locals in need of financial assistance.
This is now our 3rd year! The Third Annual Giving Tree Festival will be held on Friday and Saturday, November 8 and 9, at the Goldendale Grange. Admission is free, so bring
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no fear that I will be vindicated of wrongdoing but not before the dirty politics being played changes the outcome of an election and slanders my good name.”
Earlier, commissioners heard a very brief statement from Human Resources Director Robb Van Cleave on the jail situation. He said that if all goes well, the background check on the candidate for jail administrator would be completed by the end of October and that the administrator could start as soon as mid-November.
They also had a discussion with Emergency Services Director Jeff King, who told them Forest Service officials were allowed to conduct prescribed burns even during times when the county had instituted a burn ban. Last week’s prescribed burn near Catherine Creek escaped containment and spread to 240 acres.
the whole family and enjoy a stroll among the beautifully decorated Christmas trees. Raffle tickets to bid on your favorite tree will be $5. You can purchase your raffle tickets and make your bid from 4 to 8 p.m. on Friday, and 3 to 7 p.m. on Saturday. The winning tickets will be drawn at 7 p.m. on Saturday. The recipient of this year’s Giving Tree Festival proceeds will be Charity Lynn Havens. Jeanne and I would like to
Under the consent agenda, commissioners approved:
• The appointment of Donald Williams to the Veterans Advisory Board
• An amendment to an agreement with the Washington State Military Department.
• A public hearing to be held on Tuesday October 29 at 1 p.m. for the moratoriums on battery energy storage systems (BESS) and the bulk storage of lithium
give a special big thanks to the Goldendale Grange for their generosity in hosting and providing dinner for our event again this year. Contact Jeanne Bradley at (509) 261-2513, or me at (509) 773-3309 if you have any questions or if you would like to reserve a spot to register a donated tree. Christmas trees must be 6 feet tall and decorated in any theme of your choice. We hope to see you there!
batteries.
• Final acceptance with Olympic Roofing, LLC. for the Klickitat County Jail re-roofing project.
• A chronic disease and chronic pain selfmanagement programs agreement with Southwest Washington Regional Health Alliance (SWACH) for chronic disease selfmanagement courses offered on Zoom to benefit Klickitat County Seniors.
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• “This thing has been a fiasco from day 1.” The concern is now that even if the city is able to take all the legal steps, cancel the contract, and get another contractor in there, there might not be time to complete the work before the snow flies.
BAPTIST
Columbus Avenue Baptist, S.B.C. 815 N Columbus, Goldendale, 509.773.4471; Pastor David Beseler, Sun School 9:45am, Sun Worship 11am, Sun Bible Study 6pm, Prayer Meeting Mon 6pm, Youth & Children's groups Wed 6pm; ColumbusABC.org, YouTube, FaceBook, ColumbusABC@embarqmail.com.
CATHOLIC - Holy Trinity Catholic 307 Schuster, Goldendale; Father William Byron, 509.773.4516. Sat Eve Mass 5:30pm; Sun Mass 9am & 10:30am. Eve of Holy Days 7pm; Holy Days 9am. Daily Mass Mon-Fri 9am CCD Classes Wed 2:15-3:30pm, K thru grade 6; Wed 7-8:30pm grades 7-12. Confessions every other Saturday noon -1pm
EASTERN ORTHODOX
Ss. Joachim & Anna Orthodox Mission
301 NW 2nd St, Goldendale, 907-317-3828; Rev John Phelps; Sat: 5:30pm Vespers; Sun: 8:15am Orthros, 9:30am Liturgy; Wed: 7pm Youth Group; Fri: 9pm Compline
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GRACE BRETHREN
Community Grace Brethren 1180 S Roosevelt, Goldendale. Pastor Aaron Wirick. 509.773.3388. Sun Service 10:30am in person. Wed: AWANA 2pm. Youth Group 6pm8pm 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 10am Everyone welcome.
METHODIST - United Methodist Columbus & Broadway, Goldendale; Pastors Rob Blevins and Larry Gourley; 509.773.4461. Service times: Worship 9:30 ; 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 10:45 ; Sunday School all ages 9:30 ; goldendalenaz@gmail.com.
Mayor Dave Jones tried to reassure residents. “We’re going to work hard to make this right,” he said. The other major topic of the meeting included an update on third-quarter financial results for the city from Jan Forsberg. Bottom line: things are on track. The few numbers that seemed to be too high or too low for the time of the year were explained as grants taking place at different times year to year and changing accounting methods.
NEW LIFE ASSEMBLY of GOD 1602 S Columbus, Goldendale; Pastor Kevin Gerchak, 509.773.4650; Sun. School 9:30 ; Morning Worship Service 10:30am; Family Night on Wed. 7pm with programs for ages 3 years through adult.
RIVER of LIFE CHURCH of GOD
2023 Pipeline Rd, Goldendale; Pastors Rod & Cathy Smith, 509-250-0222, 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
The 2025 budget will be voted on at the city’s November 18 meeting.
Centerville Community Church 508 Dalles Mountain Road, Centerville,
98613; 509-637-3068; Pastor
pastorpatti53@gmail.com;
Worship Celebration 10am "Find refreshment for your soul and friends for your journey."
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MAKING A DIFFERENCE: Leila Olp (left) and Janet Lieurance stand next to a contributed Christmas tree during last year’s Giving Tree Festival. Its theme was Homespun Christmas.
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Bakery born in a dream
Jordan Mayberry
For The SenTinel
“Dad’s Sourdough Bakery was born from a vivid dream that has forever changed my life,” recalls Ryan Tuor, co-owner of the soon-to-beopen bakery. “About two years ago, I had this dream where I walked with my late mother through our building. It was a charming little bakery, filled with the warm aroma of fresh bread and sweet cinnamon rolls. It was a cozy breakfast spot, where laughter mingled with the clinking of coffee cups and the hiss of an espresso machine. We walked through the back and into the kitchen—a pot of soup simmered on the stove, and warm loaves of bread were cooling on a rack. We walked out the back door and settled at a sunlit table outside, and my mother turned to me with a smile and said, ‘I love what you named the place.’ Dad’s Sourdough Bakery, with the logo and a picture of my dad on the side of the building.” This vision is now near a reality for Ryan and his wife, Emily. The couple is on the brink of opening their bakery, a venture that has
been years in the making. It’s located in what used to be the Dirty Cowgirl and the Glass Onion before that at 604 S. Columbus Avenue.
“My mother and I talked about owning a bakery, but it was always kind of an afterthought after she passed away,” Ryan said. “A couple years ago, my wife left her job, and we didn’t know what we were going to do for income. So we got into the Saturday Market, and I got back into baking.” After finding some success at the market, a setback emerged when their stand was shut down. Yet, a twist of fate intervened on the very day they received the news. “We actually found out that day they were shutting us down that we were going to be in here,” Ryan explained, referring to the property they secured for their bakery. The journey wasn’t without its hurdles. “It took almost three months to get the closing done, and we got the keys to the building seven weeks ago,” he said. This was followed by significant renovations to the property, transforming the space into what would become the bakery they had envisioned.
As for what’s on the menu, Ryan shared some of the early offerings: build-yourown sandwiches, chicken pot pies, and their signature items like cinnamon rolls and sourdough bread. As operations continue, the menu will expand to include more items. “We’re starting small but will grow,” he explained. With early hours from 4 a.m. to 6 p.m., the bakery aims to cater to early risers: “The 4 a.m. gives all of those guys headed down to the landfill, over to Arlington, windmill workers—everyone who’s up early in the morning—a place to stop by. We’re going to have a walk-up window and a way for them to order from us.” For those with more leisurely mornings, the bakery will also offer a cozy indoor space. “People can sit down, have a meal, enjoy coffee, and talk,” Ryan said. Their vision isn’t just about food, though—it’s about community. The bakery aims to be a gathering spot for locals, a place to connect and unwind.
Ryan and Emily are also planning to introduce a frontroom store featuring locally sourced products: “We’ll
have locally sourced beef, pork, eggs—all farm-to-table ingredients that you can buy. It’s as direct to the farmer as you can get.” Affordability is also key for the couple. “We’re trying to do this at a reasonable price. Something that’s good quality food.”
The bakery’s expansion has been a long time coming. “I was doing everything out of my home kitchen, using one single electric oven,” Ryan said. Now, with access to commercial ovens and a fully equipped kitchen, their capacity to serve has dramatically increased. “We’ve been blessed with so much, and we want to give back to the community. We want to make sure we’re a blessing to others, offering good food in a safe space.”
The couple’s vision extends beyond just food. They see their bakery as a place for community support, hosting social gatherings and meetings, including those for recovery groups.
“We will be working with recovery programs to have NA and AA meetings. I’ve been approached by a few people about having book clubs come in and meet. We want to be that beacon in the
community,” Ryan shared. In addition, they’re working on what Ryan calls a “blessings cabinet,” which will provide food items that are still good but past their sell-by date. “People can come grab what they need— people who are on the streets, the homeless. It’s our way of giving back.”
Despite the overwhelming workload, the couple remains undeterred. “It’s just the two of us,” Ryan admitted, noting the responsibility that lies ahead, although they’ve received volunteer support from friends and family.
Reflecting on the journey, Ryan described the rollercoaster of emotions they’ve faced. “Before we got the keys and we were waiting and going back and forth, we were just sitting there wondering if we were going to get that call telling us everything fell through,” he said. Yet, through all the doubts and challenges, the dream persisted, as if destined to become reality.
“If you’d asked me two years ago if this would be a reality, I would have said it was just a dream. But it’s happening.”
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For The SenTinel Klickitat County has done well at obtaining money from various state agencies.
A press release in September from the Washington State Department of Commerce announced $37 million in grants for clean energy projects. The list includes $712,910 to Klickitat County Fire Protection District No. 4 to install a 44-kilowatt solar and battery energy storage system at the Lyle Fire Department and Incident Response Command Center to provide backup power during high winds and other weather events.
A post on the district’s Facebook page says solar panels “will be installed covering the majority of the roof and then several components on the ground.”
The week started with a pair of infrastructure funding grants from the state’s Public Works Board. The City of Bingen was
Washington’s county elections offices mailed ballots and opened official ballot drop boxes Friday for the more than 4.9 million registered voters across Washington to participate in the November 5 General Election.
awarded $1.25 million for Sections 2 and 3 of the East Steuben Waterline Replacement project. That’s a follow-up to an emergency grant in February of $600,000 for the first phase of the project. That first grant was to replace 900 linear feet of failed 2-inch steel pipe, which was located adjacent to a gas pipeline. The press release for that one also said. “The Washington State Department of Transportation said it would add a connection across State Route 14 as part of an adjacent project, which will allow the city to cap and abandon a portion of the failed pipe.”
The City of White Salmon picked up $1.35 million for the 2025 Buck Creek Water Treatment Plant roof restorations and improvement projects.
The previous week, on August 28, Klickitat County and the City of The Dalles, joint owners of the Columbia Gorge Regional Airport received $250,000, also from
Voters have the opportunity to weigh in on statewide initiative measures, presidential candidates, and state executive offices such as Governor and Attorney General. Additionally, voters will select candidates for state legislative and judicial offices, while many communities will have local races such as county commissioner or PUD commissioner. Learn more about the candidates and issues with a printed, online, or audio voters’ pamphlet. Information on all formats of the voters’ pamphlet can be found at www.sos.wa.gov/ elections/voters/2024general-election-votersguide. Ballots must be returned to a county drop box or voting
the state’s Department of Commerce. The release said, “Plans for the aviation business park within the 430acre site include aerospace manufacturing, aviation research and development and aviation schools. The grant will fund civil engineering work regarding traffic, waterlines, sanitary sewer and stormwater, drainage, grading, and preparation.”
Senate Bill 5949, which passed both houses of the legislature unanimously in March, contained $50,000 for improvement of the Glenwood Little League facility, $361,000 for land acquisition at the Goldendale Airport, $248,000 for emergency preparedness at High Prairie Fire District No. 14, and $3 million for West Klickitat Assisted Living Facility. The latter will be used to leverage additional funding to construct the facility.
Also in March, the Klickitat County Childcare Committee received grants
center by 8 p.m. November 5. Voters who choose to return their ballots by mail can use the provided postagepaid envelope, which must be postmarked by Election Day to be counted. The U.S. Postal Service recommends mailing ballots back a week before Election Day.
Washington has more than 544 official drop boxes and 67 voting centers, administered by county election officials, across the state that ballots can be securely returned to.
totaling $95,000 from the Washington Department of Commerce and Southwest Accountable Community of Health.
In April, USDA Rural Development gave Holcomb’s Market in Goldendale a $491,350 grant for energy efficiency upgrades. That will be used to purchase and install a new refrigeration system rack and to upgrade refrigeration cases to ones with doors. The project is expected to save about 30 percent or $8,000 a year in electric costs.
Washington State Department of Transportation handed out grants through the five-county Mid-Columbia Economic Development. Klickitat and Skamania County’s Gorge TransLink Alliance received $75,245
for mobility management, $77,000 for inclusive outreach and education grants, and $50,000 for implementation planning.
WSDOT also gave $554,768 to Mt. Adams Transportation Service through Klickitat County Senior Services for the Klickitat Mt. Adams Express fixed- route service, $980,756 for Klickitat Dial-aride services and $424,800 for replacement vehicles for dial-a-ride and fixed-route service.
In May, the Washington State Archives granted $3,880 to Klickitat County Fire Protection District No. 1 to organize their file room.
October 5 - 27, 2024, Herefords and Horseshoes Pumpkin Patch: Join us at 774 Centerville Hwy from Noon to 5 p.m. every weekend in October for our annual Pumpkin Patch. We have a hay maze, petting zoo, pumpkin chunkin and more! Admission for children under 5 are free, over 5 is $10. Every paid admission receives a free pumpkin! Click on our ad at goldendalesentinel.com for an amazing coupon! We are also available for parties and events, please call us at 541-993-0526 or
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Community Events
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October 20 - 23, 2024, Holy Spirit Encounter Week: Sunday @ 10:30 AM & 6:00 PM; Monday - Wednesday @ 7:00 PM Hosted by River of Life Church 2023 Pipeline Dr, Goldendale. Featuring evangelists Tom & Susie Scarrella, https://www.sharethe re.org/ Call Pastor Rod for details, 50-250-0222
October 23, 2024, Grocery Story: the promise of food coops in the age of grocery giants: 6:30 p.m. at the Grist Mill, 121 W Main St in Goldendale. A meeting for all people interested in helping the Grist Mill become a co-op Grocery store. Presentation by Jon Steinman. For more information call 509-322-6254.
October 24, 2024 WorkSource Interview Workshop: 1 - 3 p.m. at 116 E Main Street. Let us help you prepare for the upcoming Job and Community Resource fair November 6, 2024.
October 24, 2024, Energy Assistance Event for Seniors: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the PUD o ce on South Columbus. e next sigunup will be November 7th.
October 25, 2024, Pumpkin Art Potluck: 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. at e Missing Corner, BZ Corner. Go beyond the classic pumpkin carving! Come carve, decorate and create a festive pumpkin to beautify your porch. Bring a pumpkin and a dish $5-$20 contribution for materials, but no one turned away October 26, 2024, Wa’paas
Basket Weaving Workshop. 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. at the Maryhill Musuem of Art. To honor Indigenous and traditional ways of healing, join us to practice and learn how to make a Wa’paas. You may bring your own materials and projects to work on. We have materials on hand as well. is learning event is led by Chestina Dominguez, a Care Navigator with Yakama Nation Behavioral Health. Chestina uses contemporary materials to create baskets using the ancient techniques of her ancestors. All ages and all levels welcome. Light refreshments will be served a er the class. ere is no cost to participate. All participants receive complimentary admission to the museum on the day of the event. October 26, 2024, Klickitat County Historical Society Annual Meeting: 1 - 4 p.m. at the Grange Hall on Darland in Goldendale. Please join us for co ee and desert with a presentation by Mr. Ken Marvel “ e Life of Cli Culver”. We will be showing our appreciation for our volunteers and give a report on Museum activities.
October 27, 2024, Community Movie Night at Starcade Pizza: 6 p.m. 340 E Collins in Goldendale. Join us for the “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” the sequel to the hit original October 29, 2024, Financial Wellness Fair: 5:30 - 8 p.m. at the Pioneer Center 501 NE Washington St in White Salmon. Sponsored by WAGAP
and CEKC join us for nancial literacy information including budgeting and saving, access to legal aid to navigate debit and credit repair, and nancial goal setting information first-time homebuyer training and business planning. Email pathways@wagap.org to register.
October 31, 2024, Glow in the Dark! 7 - 9 p.m. at the EPIC Youth Center 1106 South Roosevelt in Goldendale. Open to 7th - 1th graders. Come play some ultimate glow-in-the-dark games. Snacks provided, costumes are fun bot optional.
October 31, 2024 Goldendale High School ASB’s annual We Scare Hunger Event: 5: 30 - 6:30 p.m. Trick or treating at the high school after donating canned food to help us scare hunger! is is an all ages event.
October 31, 2024, Glenwood Community’s Annual Halloween Festival: 4 - 6 p.m. on Main Street in Glenwood. Trunk or treat, costume contest, and a bon re with smores!
October 31, 2024, White Salmon Halloween Festivities: 4:30 - 7 p.m. Halloween Scenes 146 W Jewett Blvd. Venture in, wander through for a view and try to keep your wits as specters lurk in the shadows. 5 - 7 p.m. Festival of Light: Grace Baptist Church has carnival games, warm cider, spellbinding cookies and delight in the parade of dazzling costumes. 5-7 p.m. Trunk or treat at the Mt Adams Elks Lodge on Church ave. 5:45 - 6 p.m. Costume parade, starts at the city hall parking lot
November 2, 2024, Fall Fest Cra Show: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Goldendale American Legion on Broadway. Explore a variety of vendors o ering unique products, indulge in delicious food, and partake in fun activities for all ages. Call Tina with any questions, 509-951-2159
November 3, 2024, Family Portrait Fundraiser: This is a bene t to raise funds for the Goldendale Adventist Christian School Family portrait mini sessions available from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Contact Cindy Axt to schedule your session. 863-9442022.
November 6, 2024 Job and Community Resource Fair: 11
a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Goldendale Senior Center on East Main. Sponsored by WorkSource.
November 7, 2024, Tribal History, Culture, First Food, and Tribal Art Exhibit: 6 - 8 p.m. at the Goldendale Observatory, 1602 Observatory Drive. Members of the Kamiltpah Band of the Yakama Nation will present on their Tribal History, Culture, First Foods, Dancing, and Art. Registration not needed for this event.
November 7, 2024, Energy Assistance Event for Seniors: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the PUD o ce on South Columbus.
November 8 - 9, 2024, Giving Tree Festival:The Giving Tree Festival: on Friday and Saturday, November 8th and 9th is an event that promises to be a fun- lled and charitable experience for all attendees. Not only will guests get to admire the beautiful trees that will be decorated, but they also have the opportunity to win one of these stunning trees through a ra e. Ra e tickets are only $5 each and all proceeds will go to support a local recipient in need. So not only do you have a chance to take home a gorgeous tree, but you also get to give back to your community. A dinner will be held each night and all proceeds go towards a local recipient (dinner is by donation).
Contact Susan Marlow (509) 773-3309 or Jeanne Bradley (509) 261-2513 for questions. We are looking for businesses, individuals, and businesses to donate a 6 foot arti cial tree decorated with a theme of your choice. Pick up an application at Goldendale Pharmacy
November 10, 2024, Bingo Night at the Trout Lake Hall: FREE! Games start at 5 p.m., all Ages welcome!Join us for an evening of pullin’ balls out of the cage and giving away fun prizes November 11, 2024, Veteran’s Day Parade: Lineup is at 10 on Schuster Ave, parade starts at 11. Join ABATE for our annual Veteran’s Day Parade! Cut out the entry form below! It is also available online at goldendalesentinel.com. Turn forms in at lineup, fee is $5 per entry. Check in at the Goldendale Primary School o of Collins. ALL
ages, groups and individuals are encouraged to march and ride with us! Call Travis Herseim with questions 503-367-8195. November 16, 2024, Bickleton Holiday Bazaar: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the Bickleton School Old Gym. Free admission, lunch available. Shop a variety of vendors. Santa will be visiting and there will be stories and cra s available for children at no charge. For more information contact Cindy Mains 509894-4858 or Marilyn Roberts 509-896-2113
November 23, 2024 Mt. Adams Elks Lodge Holiday Bazaar: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the Elks Lodge 190 NE Tahomish St in White Salmon. Registration infor 509-493-1868 or bpoe1868@gmail.com
December 1, 2024 Shenandoah Custom Cabinets Christmas Bazaar: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at 318 West Brooks in Goldendale. Handmade and unique crafts and gi s. Something for everyone! Call 509-773-3770 or 509314-1737 for more information
December 5, 202 Goldendale Pharmacy Open House: 4 - 7 p.m. 104 West Main in Goldendale. Join us for snacks and hot cider while you take 15% o total purchases. ere will be drawings for gi cards and prizes, kids activities. Bring a caned item for the food bank and receive and extra entry in the drawing!
December 8, 2024 Bodhi Day - Midnight Meditation and Ring the Great Bell 3 times. 11:30 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. Mt Adams Buddhist Temple, 46 Stoller Rd Trout Lake. Midnight Meditation and Ring the Great Bell 3 times Celebrate the awakening of the historical Buddha, Siddhartha Gautama. Pay homage to the Buddha’s tireless e orts to nd the path to alleviate su ering and his journey to share his ndings with all sentient beings.
December 13, 2024, Library Winter Open House: 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. at the Goldendale Community Library on Burgen St. Join us for cra s, refreshments, music and the Friends of the Goldendale Library 50th anniversary celebration
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Beth Wood, Collection Librarian Fort Vancouver Regional Library District
You can email Beth at readingforfun@fvrl.org
comedy (Rom-com): romantic comedy, focusing on lighthearted, humorous plot lines
• Western romance: adventure and romance, set in the American West. Hint: look for a woman on the book’s cover.
• Inspirational romance: themes of love, faith, forgiveness and personal growth. Harlequin, the world’s largest publisher of series romance, even has a guide to romance genres on their website. And every romance book has a thermometer on the cover! Well, not really, but they easily could, because the temperature ranges vary from prim and proper to pyrotechnic.
Now, here’s your library secret for the week. If you have a favorite author (in romance or in other genres), and you have already read all their books, you can use the word “readalikes” to help you nd similar authors. The term also works for speci c titles. Listed below are some of the biggest names in romance ction, along with several readalikes for each author. I hope you nd a romance read that calls to you. If you like: Susan Elizabeth Phillips (contemporary romance), you might also like: • Nora
Five habits to help maintain immune health
(Family Features) Cold and flu season is here. The best way to battle cold and flu season is to prevent coming down with anything at all. While it’s impossible to stay entirely safe from germs, sniffles and coughs, there are a few healthy habits you can incorporate for extra protection this year.
Along with the guidance you receive from your health care provider, consider these dietary and lifestyle recommendations to support your immune system naturally. Commit to a Healthier Diet: Essential for optimizing your immune system, eating a healthy diet consisting of more foods like fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, legumes, and whole grains is recommended by experts. These foods contain beneficial plant compounds linked to health benefits in humans. Case in point: fresh grapes. Natural grape compounds, including antioxidants and other polyphenols, may help protect the health and function of cells. At the most basic level, healthy cells are the foundation of good health. Making simple swaps such as choosing fresh California grapes instead of processed snacks or adding grapes into favorite recipes for a healthy boost are tasty ways to add these beneficial compounds.
Studies suggest some grape compounds may positively influence immune function, including resveratrol and certain flavonoids. Additional studies show adding heart-healthy grapes to your daily diet can help support brain, colon and skin health. Grapes are also a good source of vitamin K, which may help support lung health. Incorporate the health benefits of grapes into your diet with an easy, convenient recipe like Grape and Brussels
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on its own or pairing with a favorite protein such as grilled chicken breast. Prioritize Basic Hygiene: Preventive practices can help you avoid germs, protecting yourself and others at the same time. Frequently wash your hands using soap and water, limit contact with others who may be sick and cover your nose and mouth with a tissue or elbow while coughing or sneezing. Stay Active: Cold and flu season lines up with brisk temperatures, often making it more difficult to get outside for exercise. Find an activity you enjoy like moderateintensity walking, jogging, biking or playing an aerobic sport. The “Journal of Sport and Health Science” reports exercise can help improve immune response and reduce inflammation, making it a key way to prepare your body to fight back.
Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate: Staying hydrated helps your immune system by keeping the body’s defenses functioning properly. In addition to drinking water, you can increase hydration by eating foods with high water content like grapes, which contain about 82% water.
Manage Stress: You can help control stress – which has a negative impact on overall health and wellness – in a number of ways. Practice deep breathing or meditation, engage in activities and hobbies that bring joy and develop nighttime habits that
promote good sleep. If snacking in the evening, choose foods such as grapes that are a natural source of melatonin, a compound which helps regulate sleep cycles. Talk with someone you trust, like a friend, family member or mental health professional, to help relieve stress.
Visit GrapesFromCalifornia.com to find more ways to support your immune health Grape and Brussels Sprout Slaw Servings: 6
• 1 bag (12 ounces) shredded Brussels sprouts
• 2/3 cup finely shredded red cabbage
• 2 cups red Grapes from California, halved lengthwise
• 1/2 cup finely diced red onion
• 3 scallions, trimmed and thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 1/2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon fresh lemon or lime juice
• 1 teaspoon low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon toasted (dark) sesame oil freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 3 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
In large mixing bowl, combine shredded sprouts, cabbage, grapes, onion and scallions. In small bowl, whisk vinegar, honey, lemon or lime juice and soy sauce. Drizzle in olive and sesame oils while whisking. Toss well with slaw mixture. Chill 45 minutes to incorporate flavors. Season with pepper and sprinkle sesame seeds on top. Nutritional information per serving: 170 calories; 4 g protein; 22 g carbohydrates; 9 g fat (48% calories from fat); 1.5 g saturated fat (8% calories from saturated fat); 0 mg cholesterol; 60 mg sodium; 4 g fiber.
Other Mothers
Over the weekend, Felix met his three other mothers. Felix is our cat, and we adopted him from Mexico. We are now back in Mexico for the first time since we adopted him and, of course, Felix is with us.
When my husband, Peter, and I first discussed adopting a cat, I had in mind some needy little creature who would cuddle on my lap when I read. Instead, we got Felix. Felix was a street cat for two years before he was scooped up by his foster mothers. He was very skinny when they found him. He is black and white, with silky fur and a sly grin, and he is not at all interested in sitting on anyone’s lap. Instead, he likes to tear around the house like a maniac and play games with Peter and nibble my toes to show he cares. He’s a good traveler, and he did not seem to mind either moving to the U.S. or getting in his backpack carrier and coming back to Mexico. I had half-hoped there might be a mariachi band playing when we landed, congratulating Felix on his triumphant return. Instead, we were met by a customs official who made a photocopy of Felix’s health records, took his temperature, and wished us all a pleasant visit.
Once we got to our little apartment surrounded by painted suns and got all our stuff back into the usual cupboards and cabinets, we contacted Felix’s foster mother, Marcela, and told her we were back, and said we would love to have her over for cake.
Felix’s foster mother works at the environmental preserve where Peter takes his long daily walk. She lives with her sister and her sister’s daughter, and they all live with whatever animals they have collected and are caring for on that particular day. At present, there
are two cats, four birds, and 11 dogs.
“I think she spends all of her salary on animal food!” Marcela’s boss told Peter. Marcela has a big heart. She was delighted to come with her sister and niece to our apartment for cake and to see how Felix was doing.
“Do you think they’ll be surprised how big he is?” Peter asked.
“They’ll think he’s fat!” I said.
I was a little nervous because I knew that having them over for cake would be a challenge. They speak almost no English, and Peter speaks no Spanish, so I am the one who is supposed to be translating for everyone, and I do not speak enough Spanish to be a translator.
But it really didn’t matter because no one was there to listen to me. They were there to visit Felix.
“Oh! He’s big.” That’s what they all said—and even Peter understood that.
“He is!” I agreed. “Do you think he’s fat?” The two women and the young girl all looked at Felix very seriously while eating their carrot cake.
“No,” they all said, after a moment’s consideration. They did not think he was too fat.
“But he is a little spoiled, don’t you think?” I asked.
All three of them laughed and said, no, he couldn’t be spoiled because he was a precious cat, and he deserved the best—and even Felix understood that.
So we finished our carrot cake, and the young girl played with her bubble machine, which looked like a camera but shot out bubbles, which Felix thought was very exciting.
“He has found a good family,” Marcela said.
“We are all Felix’s family now,” I told her. And everyone agreed—especially Felix.
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Have you ever thought science is boring? My answer is, “NO WAY!” The word science describes a way to explain things around us and how they work. For example, do you know what Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation stands for? I bet you do but you never thought about it. Like many scientific ideas, the name we know is actually an acronym. An acronym is an abbreviation. If you take the first letter of each capitalized word in Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation you can spell the word LASER. Now do you know what I am talking about? We pretty much all know what a laser is, but how do lasers work?
Lasers used to be something out of science fiction. Something conjured up in the imagination of authors. In War of the Worlds, H. G. Wells wrote about a super weapon called the heat ray, one hundred years before lasers became real. Superheroes like Superman had laser vision. Not to mention Star Wars lightsabers. Those would be nothing without lasers. The first scientist to picture how a laser would work was Albert Einstein. He figured out how electrons work in an atom and how they put out, or emit, energy.
It took 43 years for a scientist to take Einstein’s ideas and make a laser that could be used. Theodore Maiman from California was able to develop what other people could only imagine. Maiman figured out how to excite atoms enough to emit light. If the light from the excited atoms is bounced back and forth fast enough, you can get a very focused beam of light. This long narrow beam of light can travel very far and the light never spreads. Think about a flashlight. Its light doesn’t travel very far but spreads out.
Teasing cats with lasers is fun, but that isn’t the only use for lasers. The military was the first to use lasers by using the laser to mark a target. The point of light would tell bombs exactly where to land. Lasers are still used by the military, but they are also used in medicine, for entertainment, and now phone companies use fiber optics to send information along cables using laser light. Every time you go shopping, lasers scan the barcode and that tells the computer how much to charge you.
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Technology is amazing! Scientists point lasers into space to measure how far away objects like planets, moons and meteors are from the Earth. One of the newest ways to use lasers is LIDAR. This uses laser beams pointed at the Earth from the air to make maps. The laser hits the surface and sends a message back to a computer. The computer uses that information to make very detailed maps. The information is so good and so focused that maps can be made of the ocean floor. Lidar is also what self-driving cars use to “see” things around them.
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A LIDAR image of the Mayan ruins at Tikal