The Goldendale Sentinel August 2, 2023

County begins recovery from fire

ZACHARY VILLAR FOR THE SENTINEL

The Newell Road Fire was declared 100% contained by the Washington State Department of National Resources (DNR) on July 29. Local and state firefighters spent nine days battling the blaze that started on July 21 and burned 60,551 acres in an area between Bickleton and Roosevelt. It is the largest fire Klickitat County has experienced so far this year, and it tested the county’s readiness for this kind of natural disaster. The cause of the fire is still undetermined, though DNR has an interest in a VW Rabbit spotted on Rock Creek Road. After the fire was reported 100% contained and evacuation alerts began to be lifted, people who lived near or were directly affected by the fire were able to reflect on the disaster. Joe Shattuck of Roosevelt said his home has survived five wildfires burning through the area. He said during this fire, there was one fire truck that came to keep the fire away from his home. “That fire exploded after it started,” said Shattuck. “And it was rough country over there, so they couldn’t just get on it.”

The land around his home is dry because his only source of water is a spring that does not produce much these days, and most of

his water goes towards watering his feedlot and for domestic use.

“I’m going to have to drill a well, I guess,” he concluded.

Not everyone came away from the fire unscathed. Matt Spalding of Bickleton said he lost 1,500 acres of pastureland to the fire.

He grazes his cows in different parts of Klickitat County, and he didn’t have any cattle in the acreage that burned. “Every third year I rotate out of there and go somewhere else for a year. It happened to be this year, so I didn’t have to worry about the cows getting fricasseed down there.”

He said that the amount of time he’ll need to wait to put his cows

Schafroth retiring from Maryhill Museum

GRACE BLAND FOR THE SENTINEL

After more than three decades of service, Colleen Schafroth is retiring from her role as executive director at the Maryhill Museum.

“I have loved every minute of it,” she states. “I’m only leaving because the museum is at a great point, and I think it’s time they get a new direction.” The museum has known her presence since 1986, but her impact will still be felt for years to come.

Schafroth was just on the edge of completing her master’s program when she heard of a job opening for curator of education at the museum. She had been studying art history and was at a crossroads, trying to decide whether she should go for a Ph.D. or do something else. “I came and applied, and for whatever reason, it clicked,” she recalls. “I started and have been working here ever since.”

Schafroth started out as curator of education before moving up to executive director in May

of 2001. In her latter position, she oversaw many projects, marketed for the museum, and worked with fundraising. “I have dealt with a lot of projects—that would include the new wing that opened in 2012,” she says. The new wing was a $10 million project that took countless hours on the road to raise funds. Aside from that major project, she also worked on getting the museum stucco redone and creating a sculpture garden. “I’m very, very happy that we were able to do so many things,” she professes. “That’s because of the generosity of individuals, corporations, foundations, and the State of Washington.”

With the combination of the building makeovers and the incredible art, the museum has bloomed into a special place.

“Honestly, this is a real treasure here,” Schafroth states. The museum is a gathering place for knowledge and culture that stands out here in the Gorge. One of her favorite aspects of the place is education. “I love that

back to pasture on that land depends on the weather. “It’s going to be a minimum of one year and probably two.”

Ashley Wright of Bickleton said a firefighting team contracted by her home insurance company showed up as a precaution to help ensure the safety of her home. She and her family evacuated to a friend’s house west of town, but they got the all-clear and were able to return to their home within a couple of hours. Her husband is a volunteer firefighter who went out and helped fight the fire for several days. “It definitely wasn’t his first fire, unfortunately,” said Wright.

“This is one of the biggest ones we’ve had for a long time. I think they’re a great little volunteer fire department. They have two drill nights every month, so they know the routine, and they know what positions they’re supposed to be in, what trucks, and how everything goes. We’re very proud of the guys.”

Bob Powers of Powers Ranch in Bickleton said the fire burned 90% of their wheat and burned all their pastureland, a total of about 4,500 acres. His son runs the ranch and is now trying to find a place to pasture their cows. He said that even though their

See Fire page A8

Eight decades of The Sentinel and the Fair Premium Book

LOU MARZELES EDITOR

The 1945 Klickitat County Fair Premium List (it would be called “Book” later) housed in The Sentinel office proclaims that year’s County Fair and Western Horseshow as its second annual such event. And it said it was changing the name from “Fair and Rodeo” to “Western Horseshow”— perhaps because of the dearth of young men who were fighting in Europe and the Pacific. It spoke of hoping to welcome home its county sons soon.

Payne calls it a career

ZACHARY VILLAR FOR THE SENTINEL

Brad Payne has retired from his job at NAPA Auto Parts in Goldendale after working there for 34 years.

Payne, born and raised in Goldendale, first started working at the store when he was 27 years old. At the time he was working for a farmer in Centerville who asked him to go into town to buy some parts at the auto supply store. The manager who was working then asked Payne if he ever thought about selling parts. He said no, but he decided to give it a try. “I’ve been here since,” says Payne.

Payne’s father was a welder, so he grew up in welding shops. He was in the army for six years, where he learned he didn’t like living in big cities and preferred small towns. He’s organized the Goldendale Truck & Tractor Pull out at Joe Sellers’ place every year for the past 20 years, and he’s currently working on repairing an old International tractor. When asked what keeps him in Goldendale, he states, “It’s home.”

The Sentinel featured Payne in 2014 for his 25-year anniversary of working at NAPA Auto Parts. He’s worked there through three different owners. NAPA is a franchise, so they sell NAPA parts, but the store is owned by

the franchisee. “Originally it was Wayne Carsey, then Skip took it over,” said Payne. “Then Gary Ward bought it, and then the P&F group out of Yakima owns it now.” Payne doesn’t have any big plans for his retirement. “I’ll take some vacations, we’ll go some places. But there’s nothing specific planned.” When asked what made him want to retire, he said jokingly that it was because he wanted to get off the concrete floor before he can’t walk anymore. Despite some customers telling him they didn’t want him to retire, Payne says it’s time.

“Brad’s the best,” asserts Dave Galewski, current manager of the NAPA Auto Parts in Goldendale. He said Payne’s retirement leaves the store a bit handicapped. “I’d say it’s a loss because you can’t replace that kind of knowledge. You can’t replace that kind of experience and expertise. He’s part engineer, he’s a little bit of everything. It’s sad.”

His coworkers are sorry to see Payne go, too. His daughter-inlaw, Elizabeth Payne, who works with him at the store, says he’s indispensable. “He knows everything about tractors, and he’s going to be missed because he knows so much and he’s our go-to guy. Now he’s getting ready to take off. I’ve definitely got him

The Sentinel has been continuously publishing the Klickitat County Fair Premium Book in its different iterations at least since World War II—some 80 years now. Only recently did the newspaper come across some of those early editions. There is the book from 1945. And 1954. And ’58, and on and on. The early editions were tiny things compared to the 56 pages in the contemporary book. Advertising was present in the book from the beginning. In close to 80 years, the production, printing, and distribution of the book have never cost the County Fair Board a penny, so the expenses involved have always been covered by advertising. Most advertisers in those bygone days are themselves now long bygone, but a few names from back then are still recognizable. The 1954 book has an ad from Allyn’s Building Center. That same year the PUD put in an ad celebrating the benefits of getting your farm fully wired with electricity. One benefit the ad didn’t mention was being able to watch all the amazing shows on TV then. Who would want to miss the latest episodes of “I Love Lucy” or “Roy Rogers”?

Feel free to stop in and take a look at our well-preserved and historic old Fair Premium publications. They are slices of history that showcase the close bond between the Fair Board and The Sentinel for almost eight decades.

ZACHARY VILLAR

AUTO PILOT: For more than three decades, Brad Payne has guided shoppers around the NAPA Auto Parts store.

GRACE BLAND

GOING, NEVER TO BE FORGOTTEN: Colleen Schafroth is retiring as executive director of the Maryhill Musuem.

ZACHARY VILLAR

DEVASTATION: A single patch of unsinged ground remains at the corner of Newell and Dot Roads. People in the area are coping with various stages of loss.

Superior Court log

Below is a summary of resolutions from the Superior Court criminal docket for the month of July, 2023, provided by Klickitat County Prosecuting Attorney David R. Quesnel. Superior Court criminal dockets are generally the first and third Mondays of the month.

• State of Washington v. Ryan A. Bravo, No. 22-1-00026-20, defendant pleaded guilty to Assault 3rd Degree (LEO), RCW 9A.36.031(1)(g), two counts of Assault 4th Degree, RCW 9A.36.041, and Criminal Trespass 2nd Degree, RCW 9A.52.080, date of offenses 6/08/22, and was granted a Mental Health Sentencing Alternative (RCW

9.94A.695) to 36 months of DOC supervision and legal financial obligations.

• State of Washington v. Ricky Contreras, No. 22-100032-20, defendant pleaded guilty to Harassment of Criminal Justice Participant, RCW 9A.46.020(2)(b) (iv), date of offense 6/22/22, and was sentenced to 18 months in prison and legal financial obligations.

• State of Washington v. Christopher M. Gaskins, No. 22-1-00038-20, defendant pleaded guilty to Child Molestation 1st Degree, RCW 9A.44.083, date of offense 2/26/22, and sentenced to 51 months to Life in prison, legal financial obligations and DOC supervision for life (if released).

• State of Washington v. Karla K. Beck, No. 22-100044-20, defendant pleaded guilty to Residential Burglary, RCW 9A.52.025, date of offense 9/08/22, and was sentenced to 3 months in jail and legal financial obligations.

• State of Washington v. Tasha Jo Carpenter, No. 22-1-00045-20, defendant was guilty after a jury trial of Criminal Trespass 1st Degree, RCW 9A.52.070, date of offense 9/10/22, and sentencing was put over to 8/07/23.

• State of Washington v. Rudy L. Wahchumwah, No. 22-1-00049-20, defendant was found not guilty after a jury trial of a charge of Child Molestation 1st

Degree, RCW 9A.44.083, but pleaded guilty to Fail to Register as a Sex Offender, RCW 9A.44.132, date of offense 8/24/22, and was sentenced to 12 months and 1 day in prison, legal financial obligations and 36 months DOC supervision.

• State of Washington v. Natasha M. Jackson, No. 23-1-00010-20, defendant was found guilty after a jury trial of Burglary 1st Degree, RCW 9A.52.020, and Malicious Mischief 2nd, RCW 9A.48.080, date of offenses 12/21/22, and was sentenced to 41 months in prison, legal financial obligations and 18 months DOC supervision.

• State of Washington v. John S. Raczykowski, No.

Abnormally high temps forecast for August

Summer 2023 is only halfway over, and low spring rainfall has resulted in abnormally dry conditions as hot temperatures persist across the Forest Service’s Pacific Northwest Region. This situation poses a significant risk of wildfires, and residents of Washington and Oregon are urged to take precautions to prevent human-caused wildfire starts.

According to the Northwest Coordinator Center Predictive Services Outlook, the Pacific Northwest region has experienced drier-than-normal conditions over the past several months. This dryness, combined with record and near-record heat, has resulted in excessively dry vegetation in many areas.

As a result, a new fire start could grow quickly,

and existing fires may remain on the landscape until weather conditions change. This raises the threat of prolonged smoke impacts that can have serious health consequences for those with respiratory issues.

To mitigate these risks, the Forest Service is encouraging the public to take the following steps:

• Prevent human-caused

wildfire starts. To report a wildfire, call 911

• Keep an eye on smoke forecasts and plan outdoor recreation accordingly

• Stay informed of fire restrictions and fire closures before heading out Fire restrictions will likely increase in the coming weeks, so it is important to stay up-to-date on the latest information. For additional information

23-1-00018-20, defendant pleaded guilty to Murder 2nd Degree, RCW 9A.32.050, date of offense 3/16/23, and sentencing is set to a future date to be determined.

• State of Washington v. Robert D. Francis, Jr., No. 23-1-00019-20, defendant pleaded guilty to Criminal Trespass 1s Degree, RCW 9A.52.070, date of offense 3/31/23, and was sentenced to 6 months in jail and legal financial obligations.

• State of Washington v. Diana K. White, No. 23-100020-20, defendant found not competent to stand trial and not able to have competence restored, the court dismissed the charge of Residential Burglary, date of offense 3/31/23.

on current and predicted fire weather, check out the Northwest Coordinator Center Predictive Services

• State of Washington v. Ashley N. Deveney, No. 23-1-00028-20, defendant pleaded guilty to Attempt to Elude, RCW 46.61.024, Hit and Run – Property Damage, RCW 46.52.010(2) and DUI, RCW 46.61.502(1), date of offenses 6/16/23, and was sentenced to 15 days in jail and legal financial obligations.

• State of Washington v. Jose Rodriguez Arceo, No. 23-1-00031-20, defendant pleaded guilty to Possession of Fentanyl with Intent to Deliver, RCW 69.50.401(1) (2)(a), date of offense 7/08/23, and was sentenced to 12 months and 1 day in prison, legal financial obligations and 12 months DOC supervision.

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G OLDENDALE ’ S A TTIC

Answer to last week´s

Mystery Picture

This week’s Goldendale’s Attic Mystery Picture

Looks like “Layman” was more than just a non-clergy person back then. Who are these guys standing in front of Layman Van & Storage trucks? It says on one of the

trucks they were in Goldendale. The back truck has a huge pile of logs on it, so they must have done more than just shuttle storage items. When was this? All

L OOKING BACK

July 29, 1943 – 80 Years Ago

Lee Darland, Crofton Prairie farmer, says a guy he hired walked off the ranch mad. Wages were good, food was good, work was not too hard, but the guy quit anyway. It all happened this way. Two young men working at the Darland ranch were liberal with what they called chocolate candy. The “guy” took big helpings of what turned out to be Ex-Lax. No doubt the two youths thought that was the only way to loosen their friend from the job.

July 30, 1953 – 70 Years Ago

“Doe Night “will be held at the American Legion clubroom Thursday night, July 30, with a dinner scheduled for 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. No male will be allowed until the dancing starts at 9:30. All Legion Auxiliary members and their friends are cordially welcome to the dinner.

July 30, 1953 – 70 Years Ago

The spacious new Safeway Market, which opened last Thursday morning in the former Star Market building on east Main Street, drew a large turnout of county shoppers on the fi rst three days. Opening day lady visitors were handed orchids by the management. Weeks of work preceded the opening. The building was completely remodeled and modernized, and all new fi xtures were installed.

August 1, 1963 – 60 Years Ago

Two viewpoints on the Glenwood Road were selected by the board of commissioners for immediate development and improvement. Commissioners Lloyd Beeks, George Klein, and Henry Miller stated that the viewpoint areas would have safety fencing installed, parking and trails would be improved, and picnic tables and facilities provided. The Outlook Falls viewpoint and the point overlooking the confluence of Outlook Creek with the Klickitat River were selected for immediate development under the county park program.

August 1982 – 41 Years Ago

Aviation history in Klickitat County. It may have started in 1912 when a Curtis-Wright owner from Portland was commissioned for $500 by an Appleton citizen to transport his plane there and fly it in on the Fourth of July.

The Goldendale Chamber of Commerce and the Legion Post joined in 1928 to purchase 19 acres east of town for a landing strip [which were never completely developed; it is now the Legion Heights addition to Goldendale].

A group of Goldendale-area enthusiasts was formed to construct a single-passenger airplane from a kit about 1930. They chose a high-wing design called the “Heath Parasol.” Martin Van Aelst and Nathan O’Callahan eventually fi nished it. It flew but later was seriously damaged when it hit a fence.

Ray, Don, and Jack Coffield of Wishram barnstormed an “OX-5” Waco 10” in this area for several years. Don was later a pilot for Alaska Airlines. Jack Keller owned a Veele-powered Monocoupe. John Van Aelst was an Army Air Corps member during World War I, serving in France. He was a brother of Martin Van Aelst, and they were uncles of Ed and Neil Van Aelst, flying farmers of the 1950-60 era, who lived in the Orchard Heights area north of town.

On Easter morning in 1956, a two-place airplane with pilot and passenger aboard crashed on Simcoe Butte at the upper end of Butler Canyon north of Goldendale. Eighteen inches of snow fell that night, one man was rescued from the wreckage, and the other man who left the wreck on foot was found dead a year later. This accident showed the need for a rescue group. The Sheriff’s Air Patrol was organized, with chapters in Goldendale and White Salmon.

August 5, 1993 – 30 Years Ago

A Funeral for a Funeral Home. The building that most people knew as the old Knosher-Erdman Funeral Home met its demise last weekend as employees of Riley Bros. Concrete tore down the 100-plus-year-old building.

—Richard Lefever Klickitat County Historical Society

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

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

We were unable to find the picture as it ran since no identifiers were able to identify a year. We do, however, know who all of these ladies are, thanks to Jerrod Swearingen, Betty Zesiger, and Marc Niva. The basket-

ball itself says 200 Club, and we are told that all of these ladies were great basketball players. The ladies are sisters and are, left to right: Megan, Kayla, and Allison Graff.

Exploring Goldendale’s roots

This week’s story is about an early pioneer family near the town of Dot. Dot was established in the late 1890’s and was located on Dot Road between Bickleton and Roosevelt, the area of the current Newell Road Fire. Dot has long since become a ghost town, with only the old schoolhouse and Grange hall, which was also the church, remaining. The Sentinel has received word that these last remnants have been taken by the fire, along with many empty homesteads and structures. Our story comes to us from October 20,1960. And is titled Early Days at Dot Recalled by Bellingham Woman written by Lenore Macy Hooper. This is part two of the story. Before winter set in the first year father built a small barn. As the years progressed, he added a granary, chicken house, pigsties, woodshed, a bigger barn, a smoke house, a hopper for making oak-wood ash lye for making soap and to hull the corn for hominy. Finally, two bedrooms were added; also a room for the postoffice. Last but not least, was the necessary milk and fruit house with walls a foot thick, fi lled with sawdust hauled from the Boblet sawmill near Cleveland. How well I remember how cool it was on a hot summer day, and never freezing in winter. I can still see the candle molds, the shot and bullet molds for the doublebarrel shot gun, coffee mill and big sausage grinder, the old sad-iron I’ve used many

Points to ponder:

a day for the starched shirts, petticoats and dresses; we made our own starch and everything had to be ironed to a fi ne fi nish. I still have one of the sad-irons and a little gallon brass kettle mother used to begin housekeeping. When we lived at Dot we had coal oil lamps for which we bought the oil in five gallon cans. However, in the beginning, father and mother began with candles. I have the old brass candlestick holder they used. They are precious relics of pioneer days. Oh yes, our mattresses for the beds were ticks fi lled with clean, sweet-smelling straw, fi lled two or three times a year. There were many good times with the neighborsall day visits on Sunday, spelling school, church basket dinners, Fourth of July celebrations, sleigh rides (sometimes over the tops of the fences, when the snow would drift, then freeze), quilting bees, barn raising, etc.

My parents were civicminded and helped in all community affairs. There were no facilities for education until the men banded together and built a school house. My father was a school director for years. The church was also built by contribution work by the men at Dot. After my oldest brother fi nished and the grammar school he went to the University at Seattle where he played on the university’s fi rst football team, pictured in a clipping I have from an 1888 or 1889 news-

My friend called me and said, “What are you doing at the moment?” I said, “Probably failing my driving test.” What do you call a Frenchman in sandals? Philippe Philoppe.

paper. Our schooling was limited to three months in spring after the snow had melted and we could walk the mile and a half from home.

The general occupations of my parents were farming and stock raising at Dot. At one time they had a herd of dairy cattle, a band of sheep and many nice horses. They also served in county offices and community enterprises to improve and aid in the development of the western county.

That was a time when we produced all the food we ate and made all the clothes we wore. One good coat, hat and dress lasted several years. No one had a summer coat, rain coat, or tweed coat. That was the time we did without what we couldn’t earn or produce. That was the time of “the survival of the fittest”-when there was

no government aid, when families were linked by adventures and tragedies and the primitive life of the pioneer. The lived in a time when the vast area we call the Pacific Northwest extended from Canadian line to California, and from the Pacific Ocean to the summit of the Rocky mountains. It was prior to the building of railroads, or the stringing of telegraph and light wires-before telephones, automobiles, radio, and TV. Their lives encompassed the history of four sovereign states before there was an Idaho and Montana and all the transforming miracles that science and progress have brought into a land that was savage and lonely for the young pioneers of Oregon and Washington.

The old Dot schoolhouse. It burned down in the recent Newell Road Fire.

How does Medicare cover preventive services?

Dear Savvy Senior, How does Medicare cover preventive health screenings? I’m due to get a physical and a colonoscopy this year, but I want to find out what I’ll have to pay for before I go in.

Just Turned 65

Dear Just Turned, You’ll be happy to know that Medicare covers a wide array of preventive and screening services to help you stay healthy, but not all services are completely covered. Here’s what you should know.

Free preventive benefits

vice. For example, if your doctor finds and removes a polyp during your preventive care colonoscopy screening, you will pay 15 percent of the doctor’s service fee. Or, if during your annual wellness visit, your doctor needs to investigate or treat a new or existing problem, you will probably be charged here too.

You may also have to pay a facility fee depending on where you receive the service. Certain hospitals, for example, will often charge separate facilities fees when you are receiving a preventive service. And you can also be charged for a doctor’s visit if you meet with a physician before or after the service.

To eliminate billing surprises, talk to your doctor before any preventive service procedure to find out if you may be subject to a charge and what it would be.

Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior. org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.

Savvy

Senior, Jim Miller

Most of Medicare’s preventive services are available to all beneficiaries (through Part B) completely free with no copays or deductibles, as long as you meet basic eligibility standards. Mammograms; colonoscopies; shots against flu, pneumonia, COVID-19 and hepatitis B; screenings for diabetes, depression, osteoporosis, HIV, various cancers and cardiovascular disease; and counseling to combat obesity, alcohol abuse, and smoking are just some of Medicare’s lengthy list of covered services. But to get these services for free, you need to go to a doctor who accepts Medicare “on assignment,” which means he or she has agreed to accept the Medicare approved rate as full payment.

Also, the tests are free only if they’re used at specified intervals. For example, cardiovascular screening blood tests once every 5 years; or colonoscopy, once every 10 years, or every two years if you’re at high risk.

Medicare also offers a free “Welcome to Medicare” exam with your doctor in your first year, along with annual “Wellness” visits thereafter. But don’t confuse these with full physical examinations. These are prevention-focused visits that provide only an overview of your health and medical risk factors and serve as a baseline for future care.

Cost sharing services

There are, however, a few Medicare preventive services that do require some out-of-pocket cost sharing. With these tests, you’ll have to pay 20 percent of the cost of the service after you’ve met your $226 Part B yearly deductible. The services that fall under this category include glaucoma tests, diabetes self-management trainings, barium enemas to detect colon cancer, and digital rectal exams to detect prostate cancer.

For a complete list of services along with their eligibility requirements, visit Medicare.gov/coverage/ preventive-screening-services.

If you’re enrolled in a Medicare Advantage (Part C) plan, your plan is also required to cover the same preventive services as original Medicare as long as you see in-network providers.

Hidden costs

You also need to know that while most of the previously listed Medicare services are free, you can be charged for certain diagnostic services or additional tests or procedures related to the preventive ser-

SENTINEL

Burn-out has got to go

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

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

for three hours.

I think the city of Goldendale needs to rethink supporting burnouts in our park. Next year don’t issue a permit to any group that wants to burn-out. There are places in the county where it could be held, just not in the city please. I hate toxic smoke, and you should too.

On Sept 4 I will be asking the mayor and his administration to make an ordinance forbidding anyone from reckless unsafe burnouts in any ones neighborhood or any street in the Goldendale city limits. I would appreciate some support from like-minded citizens at the council meeting. Let them know how you feel.

Ken

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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

Jobs well done

I would like to express my appreciation to Felicia and Scott Gray and all their helpers who worked so many long hours to beautify downtown Goldendale.

The murals and the pharmacy door and Round 2 [of the Art in the Heart of Goldendale project] are very beautiful work done by very talented people. The store owner’s flowers are also very pretty.

The other big improvement to Goldendale is the street that is now Byers. It is also a work of art.

And one cannot help but notice the huge improvements made by private real estate investors and home owners who have removed so many dilapidated buildings in town and replaced them with new singlefamily homes and duplexes. Everywhere you look there are home and businesses being built, painted, and/or remodeled. The new face on Holcomb’s Market is very attractive.

You don’t realize the town needed a face life until you see the improvements. Thank you to all of you who make all our lives better.

It has my support

Rita Ladiges Goldendale

The Goldendale Pride Alliance once again put on an amazing celebration for the community on July 22 this year.

It’s such a fun and wonderful event to go to and one I have attended every year.

It’s a time for people to get together and be who they are, a time to show your support and love and accept-

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.”

ance toward others in the LGBTQ community, which I support.

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.

I always have a good time at this event, dancing, singing, and laughing and waiting with good, honest, and loving people.

The energy at this event and celebration is amazing. I love it!

There were two protestors there with their rude signs and their rude verbal comments. But they didn’t ruin the celebration or the fun everyone was having. A few bad apples weren’t going to bring us down.

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

Thank you to the Goldendale Pride Alliance for putting on this wonderful event each year. It will continue to grow and will always have my support.

Regina Guzman Goldendale

50 years with FVRL

This year marks the 50th anniversary of Klickitat County joining FVRL. As many of you know, this opened up access to more books, a larger staff, and a Bookmobile—the first for Klickitat County. Since 1973, the growing collection of resources includes audiobooks, DVDs, games, electronic resources for professional development, homework help, citizenship assistance, business resources and more, as well as electronic books, audiobooks, magazines, and newspapers.

There are also book discussion kits, the Experience Pass, which provides free access to museums and gardens from Bickleton to Portland, and the Check Out Washington kit that includes a Discover Pass to Washington State Parks. If people don’t see what they need, they

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Ken Margraf Goldendale

can also use the Interlibrary Loan program to check out books from libraries across the nation, or suggest to purchase a specific title or series. With over 615,000 items that float between branches depending on the individual’s interest within the community, a variety of materials are continuously moving into and out of the Goldendale Community Library.

This library began in 1912 when the Goldendale Women’s Association saw the value of providing a public library to the community. At the time, the school board offered a room in the grammar school building where the then-present library was to be retained with additional materials to “be secured by various means.” The library was open on Saturday afternoons with two ladies in charge of the library.

The original Carnegie Library building was later opened in 1915 and later expanded in 1985. We are currently open 6 days a week. The Klickitat County Bookmobile now brings service to 1,500 square miles of central and eastern Klickitat County. You can also see the Bookmobile at a number of community events, including the Klickitat County Fair & Rodeo.

The White Salmon Valley Library overlaps in service for our county. We are both celebrating the 50th anniversary this year with a yearlong reading challenge that you can register online for at fvrl.beanstack. com or at your library, and the Ice Cream Social will be held on August 10th in both towns. We look forward to seeing you soon.

Terra McLeod Goldendale

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In memory of a well-lived life

I’d like to share a story about a life well lived. Last Saturday, July 29, Glenn and I drove to Prineville to attend a celebration of life.

Close to 300 guests gathered in Carey Foster Hall at the Crook County Fairgrounds for a memorial for Mike Templeton, who passed away in April of this year. Mike, Glenn, and Warren Ladiges graduated together in the Glenwood HS class of 1964 and the Washington State University class of 1968. Glenn and Mike both received degrees in Forest Management, while Warren went on to Veterinary School in Pullman. Mike married his high school sweetheart, Jackie Booher, in 1967, and together they raised their family of three children, Brent, Eric, and Kaylee. Kaylee was a tiny little one-year-old girl

who was brought to America on the very last airlift of children from Vietnam in 1975. The family lived in various towns throughout Oregon while Mike worked for the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF). When the Templetons lived in Corvallis, their children attended Santiam Christian School in Adair Village. Mike served as a school board director there for several years and was privileged to be able to hand his children their diplomas when they graduated. One of the towns the family lived in was Prineville, and, when Mike retired after 31 years with ODF, he and Jackie moved back there to enjoy their retirement in beautiful central Oregon. While in Prineville, Mike and Jackie were active members of Kiwanis and

volunteered for many community activities and events over the years. Mike also volunteered to write grants and help raise funds to build Mosaic Medical, a nonprofit community health center that went on to provide quality care to everyone, no matter their social or economic status. After the center (later renamed Mosaic Community Health) was built and began serving the residents of the area, Mike served on the Board of Directors for many years. Mike and Jackie’s sons, Eric and Brent, shared wonderful, humorous, and very moving memories of their dad. Two of Mike’s uncles who were actually close to his own age shared memories of growing up with him. Other attendees

who had worked with Mike over the years or knew him through school or his community service also shared moving tributes. In addition to Glenn and me, other former or current Glenwood residents attending were Warren and Vicki Ladiges, Carole and Jerry Johnston, Lonnie and Jim Dean, Gary Sprague, Jerry and Louise Lorenz, and Toni Estrada and son. Mike’s service was a wonderful tribute to a man who lived his life very well. The family gifted attendees with tree seedlings in memory of this man who loved his work in the tree nurseries and forests of Oregon. We brought home a little cedar seedling and hope it grows and flourishes here in Glenwood as

Cougar sightings draw Portland TV crews

First things first: remem-

ber the Lions Club First Saturday Breakfast? As always, it is the first Saturday of the month. And they always have great food at a reasonable price, as well as a relaxing way to fill your tummy and visit with neighbors you haven’t seen since the last breakfast. So get on down there and belly up to the breakfast. You will enjoy it.

Help the Howards Haven Animal Sanctuary near Lyle bring in the hay! On August 4 and 5, there will be a fundraiser yard sale to benefit the animals. Items have been donated, and there is a little (or a lot) of just about everything! Kids’ stuff, furniture, household, outdoor, tools, sports gear, exercise equipment, clothing/shoes

of various sizes, and more.

The sale location is 620 Sixth Ave, Dallesport, and all proceeds will go toward winter feed and other sanctuary expenses. This fundraiser is being held in conjunction with the Dallesport Community Yard Sales that weekend. All items will be priced to sell, so go check it out.

The High Prairie Community Center held an all-star lunch served during the Community Yard Sales last weekend with proceeds going to the Center and Fire Department, both of which are working to prepare that building as an emergency resource center for the area (including Lyle), aka a cooling center, warm-

ing center, food distribution point, and an overall shelter in case of fires or other emergencies. Sales like this help in these endeavors, so next time you hear of them having a fundraiser, participate and enjoy the event as well as help make the area a safer place for all of us. The High Prairie Farmers Market Community Center is at 701 Struck Road (between Centerville and Lyle). It’s open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. the first and third Fridays each month. The next day is August 4. Contact Josh Harrison at (509) 281-0971.

Two Troutlake neighbors reported cougar sightings in their backyards that got the attention of Fox 12 Oregon News out of Portland. Day and night videos showed the cougars and brought a reporter there to get the story. Wildlife might be affected by the dry summer and looking for ways to quench their thirst or follow prey. Best be careful when taking your trash out, even here in Lyle. You never know.

Did you check your coin purse and decide if you are able to help the Lyle Fire Department in replacing the

a living memorial to Mike. Our condolences go out to Jackie, Brent, Eric, Kaylee, and all their families.

The Glenwood Homemakers are pleased to offer a Continuing Education Scholarship again this year. This scholarship, in the amount of $500, is open to anyone graduating from Glenwood High School prior to 2022, has at least 12 postsecondary credit hours, and will be attending an accredited 2- or 4-year college, university, or trade school at least half time this coming fall. Anyone who has been a Glenwood resident for at least two years and plans to continue their education may apply. The deadline to apply is September 1, 2023. To request an application packet, please contact Chris Miller at (509) 364-3427 or cmillerqmr@gmail.com.

The Klickitat County Fair is fast approaching (August 16-20). Many of our Glenwood kids are members of the Mt. Adams Community 4-H Club and have been working diligently on their projects or with their animals. For those who show beef, swine, goats, or other livestock, the culmination of all their hard work is the Market Stock Sale on Saturday, August 19. To help support our kids in this sale, you can make a donation to the Market Stock Sale Community Support Pool. Please contact Travis or Kelly Miller if you wish to donate to help our community kids get some monetary reward for all their efforts raising their animals this year.

Goldendale Agriscience teacher leads Ag Development Institute

old fire engine? They need help in raising $90,000 to replace their aging watercarrying vehicle, affectionately known as “Tender No. 405” that has served the community valiantly for 39 years and is in dire need of retirement due to its deteriorating condition. Every little bit helps and could keep us even safer with newer equipment in any given hour of need.

Just a reminder that if you haven’t returned your child’s school registration packets, please get them in as soon as possible. School will be starting differently this year, at 8:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m. for all Wednesdays including the first day of school, August 30. School will be dismissed at 3:30 daily. In addition to those changes, they will be taking grades 6 through 12 to Camp Jonah in Trout Lake, and in your registration packet there is a very important permission slip they need back ASAP. If you have any questions, please give the office a call at (509) 365-2211.

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

Joshua Krieg, agriscience educator at Goldendale High School, recently led a Curriculum for Agricultural Science Education Institute in Staples, Minnesota, to instruct 11 other agricultural teachers from six other states in the Ag Equipment Maintenance and Technology CASE (Curriculum for Agricultural Science Education) curriculum.

CASE is an instructional system that is changing the culture of agriculture programs in the United States through teacher professional development; inquiry-based, studentfocused lessons; assessment; and certification.

Teachers use the curriculum to elevate student experiences in the agriculture classroom and prepare students for success in college and careers emphasizing science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM).

CASE is an initiative of The

National Council for Agricultural Education.

During the CASE Institute, Krieg spent 100 hours teaching nearly every lesson in the year-long curriculum and instructing fellow teachers from around the country to learn how to deliver lessons in an inquiry-based way that will shift focus in the classroom from teacher-led to studentdirected learning. Additionally, participants in the event were able to tour the Midwest Machinery John Deere Dealership to see the industry application of the curriculum they were learning.

“I like how this CASE specifically focuses on the skills associated with agricultural equipment and machines to better train future technicians,” said Krieg.

For more information about CASE, visit case4learning.org.

Posse Scout program to hold first meeting

The Klickitat County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO) will hold its first meeting for its new KCSO Posse Scout program tomorrow, August 3, at 7 p.m. at the KCSO Training Center, 7 Potts Lane, Goldendale. The program is aimed at young people between the ages of 10 and 17 who are

interested in law enforcement. They and their parents are invited to the meeting.

Anyone interested in the program can add their name to the Posse Scout program list by completing a survey at www.surveymonkey. com/r/WV3DPNC.

C LEADING: GHS agriscience teacher Joshua Krieg, kneeling, led a curriculum for other agricultural teachers recently in Minnesota.

Community Events

Are you having an event, class, show, get together, or meeting you’d like the community to know about? Email us! Events@ GoldendaleSentinel.com. This Calendar of Events listing is free. Are you in need of an eye-catching display ad to highlight your event? Email us at ads@GoldendaleSentinel.com. Our friendly, helpful staff would love to help you find an advertising package that works for your needs and fits your budget! We offer online ads as well—with about 14,000 unique hits on our website a month, this is a great way to reach even more people.

WEEKLY AND MONTHLY EVENTS

Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday

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

Tuesdays & Thursdays

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

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

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

Monday

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

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

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

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

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

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

Tuesday

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

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

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

• Goldendale Photo Club 2nd

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

• KC Fair Board Meetings 1st

Tuesday of the month is a Workshop, 3rd Tuesday of the month is a Board Meeting.

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

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

Goldendale.

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

Wednesday

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

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

• Crochet group – 1st Wednesday of the month. 10 – 12 a.m. Open to those learning as well as those more advanced. $5, contact Wild Daffodil Sewing at

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

• Knitting Group – 3rd Wednesday of the month 12:30 p.m. Open to those learning as well as those more advanced. $5, contact Wild Daffodil Sewing at 509-439-7177 or info@wilddaffodilsewing.com

Thursday

• Drinking Democratically –3rd Thursday of the month 6:30

– 8 p.m. at Ayutla’s.

• New Parent Support Group

– 10 a.m. weekly 120 W. Stuben at Mugs Café in Bingen. Join us for community support at our weekly meeting at Mugs Cafe

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

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

State Street (Hwy 14).

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

• 3rd Saturday Dinners –Bavarian Deli 5 – 7 p.m. Local

Beef brisket $25

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

Community Events

August 3, 2023, Wolf Haven – Ways of the Wolf: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Goldendale Library. What does it take to survive in the world? Through hands-n activities, see if you could survive the challenges of wolves in the wild!

For ages 5-11 and their families.

August 4 – 5, 2023, Fundraiser Yard Sale Grace Kids: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Community Grace Brethren Church at the corner of

at the pool, call Jennifer Smith 541-490-8466, or go to centralklickitatparksandrecreation. com/register-for-2023-summercamps/. Some partial scholarships available.

August 10, 2023, Ice Cream Social: 5 – 7 p.m. Goldendale Library. Celebrate our community and the 50th anniversary of Klickitat County joining FVRL by joining us for an ice cream social hosted by Friends of the Goldendale Library. There will be a cake auction, desert and live music.

August 10 – 11, 2023, Glenwood Women’s Club rummage sale: Glenwood Grange.

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

August 15, 2023, Kraken

Up!: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Goldendale Library. How many ways can you fling an egg without it breaking? Let’s find out by building your own egg flinging device. Open to all ages.

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

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

509-439-7177 or info@wilddaffodilsewing.com

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

in Bingen. We meet in the back room. Children are welcome & encouraged. There is a small play area to keep little hands busy. We’d love to see you there!

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

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

• WAGAP Mobile Food Bank

– 1st Thursday of the month: 9-11 a.m. Wishram school, 12–2 p.m. Dallesport Community Center, 3-5 p.m. Lyle Lions Club. 3rd Thursday of the month: 9-11 a.m. Trout Lake Baptist Church, 12-2 p.m. BZ Corner Community

com.

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

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

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

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

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

Roosevelt and Simcoe.

August 5, 2023, Wally Rally: 10 a.m. at the Hideaway. Details to follow.

August 5, 2023, Annual Back to School Bash: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. on the Courthouse lawn in Goldendale. This annual event is organized by the Goldendale Church of the Nazarene and sponsored by generous community partners. Free school supplies will be given away and there will be a drawing for free backpacks. Join us for food, games, inflatables, and grab your school supplies. Questions, please call 509-773-4216

August 7 – 11, 2023, Games/

Play Camp at the Pool: 8 a.m. –1 p.m. 401 N. King Street, Goldendale Pool. Ages 5 - 13, register

September 2, 2023, Bickleton’s Annual Community Day: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Bickleton. Enjoy a classic car show Meet and Greet, a raffle for Meet and Greet entries, homemade pie sale, food, flea market, arts and crafts, vendors, street entertainment and live music throughout the day in beautiful Bickleton. For more information call 509.896.2007.

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

September 22 – 23, 2023 High Prairie Community Yard sales & Firehouse Sale: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. throughout the High Prairie area, as well as at the Community Center & Firehall. Contact Josh for more information 509-281-0971.

October 21, 2023, Glenwood Fall Bazar: Info to follow.

O bituaries

Leslie Eugene (Gene) Hanson

Leslie Eugene (Gene) Hanson of Goldendale passed away at his home on July 23, 2023 at the age of 83. He was born January 27, 1940, in Lewistown, Montana. He was the only son of Leslie M. Hanson and Florence L. (Bloomer) Hanson.

The elder Les was a carpenter, and Florence was a schoolteacher. The family moved to Umatilla, Oregon, and then on to Portland, Oregon, in 1942, pursuing Les’ carpenter jobs. At age 13, Gene entered Washington High School in Portland. The next year, he transferred to the newly opened David Douglas High School, where he was elected its first student body president in 1954. Gene participated in every sport he could, accumulating a sizable collection of awards and varsity letters in football, basketball, track and field, and his favorite, baseball.

After graduating high school in 1957, Gene attended Willamette University on an academic scholarship. Later, he transferred to Portland State College (now University), where he played baseball for three years as a catcher, and he was a team captain. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology in 1962, and coincidentally, his mother earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Education at PSC that same year. During college he participated in the Air Force ROTC program for one year and then enlisted in

Paul Ellsworth Adkison, Jr. was born in Yakima, WA on September 21, 1931, and peacefully left this earth on July 5, 2023, at the age of 92.

Paul graduated from Goldendale High School in 1949 and went on to marry the love of his life, Barbara Jeanne Zumwalt, whom he had known since he was four years old.

Paul and Barbara had three children: Steven (Carol) Adkison, Ryan (Sandra) Adkison, and Coralee (Dan) Knippel.

the Oregon Army National Guard, where he served for six years, ending as an Administrative Specialist 5 (“company clerk a la Radar O’Reilly” he once wrote).

After graduating college, Gene married former high school classmate Molly G. Darby on September 21, 1962. He started working for the Honorable Ross R. Rakow as his chief juvenile probation officer that year. The young couple moved to White Salmon for this job, where their only son, Darby S. Hanson, was born. That job didn’t pay enough to support a family, so Gene decided to pursue the world’s second-oldest profession— law. In 1964, the University of Washington Law School accepted Gene, and he earned his Juris Doctorate in 1968. While attending law school, he worked a graveyard shift for King County Juvenile Detention Center.

On September 12, 1968, a Western Union telegraph notified the family that Gene had passed the Bar exam. The family then moved to Goldendale during a miserable snowstorm, where he started practicing law with Alf M. Jacobsen. Gene was first elected Klickitat County Prosecuting Attorney in 1970 (a part-time job then), and he continued in that posi-

tion through 1986. The voters decided on a change, so Gene went back into private practice through about 2007, when he started lightening his caseload. He also served as Goldendale municipal judge from 1989 through 1993.

Throughout his years in Goldendale, Gene participated in many groups and organizations. He truly loved people, socializing, and helping on many projects with the Jaycees. Little known was his participation with Johnny Foster in the Maryhill Music Company from 1969 through about 1980. They had a part interest in Ripcord Studios in Vancouver, Washington, and met with the big wigs in Los Angeles at the famous Capitol Records building. The Fosters owned the old Oasis Cafe in Goldendale and sponsored a men’s fast-pitch softball team that Gene managed for many years. He also coached for the Goldendale High School baseball team for a few years.

Sometime in the mid to late 1970s, Gene and Denny Jaekel started broadcasting the Goldendale High School Timberwolves varsity boys basketball games over the local radio station. At one location, the duo was asked how much they charged to do a broadcast. The person thought they were professionals and was surprised

Paul Ellsworth Adkison, Jr

Paul and Barbara traveled all over Oregon and Washington while Paul worked in management at Safeway. In 1972 they finally settled in Vancouver, Washington, where they lived until they retired to Dallesport in 1998 to be closer to family.

Paul loved his family and was likewise adored by them. He had seven grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. He was happiest when his family was gathered around.

Paul’s family will remember him through all the little nicknames he gave them, his ability to make them believe the most unbelievable story (with a twinkle in his eye), but most of all they will remember his deep love for each of them. Paul was predeceased by his parents, Paul, Sr., and Cora Adkison; his stepmother Sarah Adkison; his sister Betty Clark; his grandson Daniel Adkison; his greatgrandson James Adkison;

Columbus Avenue Baptist Church has new pastor

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to learn they performed as volunteers. During those years, Gene also became the home game announcer and was known as “the voice of the Timberwolves.” Occasionally, a younger boy would ask how he would introduce him for a game, and Gene would go into the whole routine to the boy’s delight.

Gene will be missed by his many friends and acquaintances. In the mornings he could often be found doing a crossword puzzle while drinking coffee at a local cafe. Many a lunchtime he could be found at the local tavern playing pinball, and later, at the American Legion discussing sports, politics, and telling stories, especially to the ladies of the Historical Society (the “Historicals,” they call themselves) on Wednesdays.

Both of Gene’s parents preceded him in death. He is survived by his beloved wife of over 60 years, Molly; his son Darby, his daughter-in-law Mary Jo (Lang); his granddaughter Emily; and his grandson Nathan.

Gene did not want any formal services, but he hoped people would gather and raise a toast to a full life well lived. The family thanks Columbia Hills Memorial Chapel for their assistance during this difficult time, and we ask that any memorial donations be made to Gene’s favorite charity, The Salvation Army, for whom he performed bell ringing for many years.

and his great-granddaughter McKenzie Ellingsworth. A memorial service will be held on August 19, 2023, at 2 p.m. at The Dalles Methodist Church.

Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson’s Tribute Center, 1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon. Visit www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com to leave a note of condolence for the family.

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A heartfelt thank you to all who sent prayers, cards, and flowers and came to celebrate the life of Ted R. Miller. A special thank you to Joan Heming for playing the piano, and the American Legion for the

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wonderful meal and military service. Also thank you to Pastor Kevin Gerchak for officiating and Columbia Hills Chapel for their services.

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Church Directory

GRACE BRETHREN

Community Grace Brethren

Columbus Avenue Baptist, S.B.C.

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

CATHOLIC - Holy Trinity Catholic

307 Schuster, Goldendale; Father William Byron, 509.773.4516. Sat Eve Mass 5:30pm; Sun Mass 9am & 10:30am. Eve of Holy Days 7pm; Holy Days 9am. Daily Mass Mon-Fri 9am

CCD Classes Wed 2:15-3:30pm, K thru grade 6; Wed 7-8:30pm grades 7-12. Confessions every other Saturday noon -1pm

EASTERN ORTHODOX

Ss. Joachim & Anna Orthodox Mission

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

1180 S Roosevelt, Goldendale. 509.773.3388. Sun Svc 10:30am in person. Wed: AWANA 2pm & Youth Group 5pm GoldendaleGrace.com. Watch us on Facebook

Live: Facebook.com/GoldendaleGrace

"Learning - Living - Loving JESUS."

LUTHERAN

Christ the King Lutheran

S Columbus & Simcoe Dr, Goldendale; Pastor David Daugs. 773-5750. Worship services 10am

Everyone welcome.

METHODIST - United Methodist

Columbus & Broadway; Pastor Kendra BehnSmith; 509.773.4461. Service times: Worship 9:00am; Adult classes 10:45am; Fall & Winter Children’s Church available during worship. All are welcome. Call the church for regularly scheduled events.

NAZARENE - Church of the Nazarene

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

Coming out of retirement is no easy decision to make, but Pastor Dave Beseler did just that to serve the Columbus Avenue Baptist Church in Goldendale. Beseler and his wife, Mindy, moved here less than a year ago to find a peaceful retirement area, but his experience in the ministry made him the perfect candidate to fill the recently emptied pastoral shoes at the Baptist Church. His love for God and his experience motivated him to take the role and step back into the preaching world.

The Beselers were both originally from Phoenix, Arizona, but in the mid-eighties, they made the move to Portland to attend seminary. From there, his walk with ministering began. “I was a prison chaplain for 20 years,” he recalls. He served in that capacity and as a reservist in the military, with about five years of active duty in the Air Force. “When I was in active duty, I was all over the world,” Beseler says. His duty brought him to Afghanistan, Germany, Guam, Norway, and more. He later planted a church next to Fairchild Airforce Base and pastored there, combining his love of

God with his love of service. After many years of fast city life and traveling, the Beselers decided it was time to move. “We moved up here in October of 2022,” he mentioned. The couple was adamant about finding land to purchase that had a creek on it, and after scouring the state, four properties popped up in Goldendale that fit their criteria. “We bought the property and had a home built,” he explains. After they were settled in, they began attending the church he’s now stepped up to pastor. “They asked if we would consider coming out of retirement to pastor,” he relates. “That was the same time we had decided, let’s just apply.” Since his transition from attendee to pastor, Beseler has been busy running vacation bible camps and church services morning and night on Sundays. “We want to see people come to Christ,” Beseler expresses, excited for the opportunity to disciple people. “Following Christ is the answer to the struggles that people face.” Beseler’s strong belief and genuine charisma are nothing short of a blessing for the church, and the church community will surely flourish under his pastoring.

NEW LIFE ASSEMBLY of GOD

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

RIVER of LIFE CHURCH of GOD 2023 Pipeline Rd; Pastors Rod & Cathy Smith, 509-773-3185, Sunday Worship 10:30am; Wednesday Bible Study 7pm RiverofLife222.org

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1/2 mile east on Bickleton Hwy. Sabbath School Sat. 9:30am; Worship Service 11am; Pastor Michael Smith; 509.773.4381

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

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

Celebration of Life for Mary Jane (Lang) Thysell will be held at the Holy Family Catholic Church in Yakima, Washington, at noon on August 12, 2023, with a luncheon provided following the ceremony.

Carol Ava Duncan died July 30, 2023, in Goldendale.

their property was in a Level 3 evacuation zone, they didn’t leave. “The bigger share of the people never left. But we had a lot of stuff loaded, you know. Picked out the stuff we figured we needed, records and all that. We ourselves did not lose any buildings that were being used. Old buildings, maybe, we lost those.” He mentioned that other old buildings in the area were lost, like the Dot Grange hall and schoolhouse. “They were icons. Well, things never stay the same, I guess.”

DNR is still working on establishing the cause of the fire. The agency made a specific request to The Sentinel that the following information be included in this story:

“On Saturday, July 29, 2023, at approximately 1200 hours, I [Senior Wildland Fire Investigator Bruce Long, DNR] received info that responding fire units observed an older rattlecan primer black VW Rabbit hatchback parked on Rock Creek Road about halfway between the Roscoe Ranch and the Newell Road turnoff. The vehicle was parked facing north on the east shoulder of Rock Creek Road, approximately a half mile north of the Newell Road turnoff. As the local fire brush trucks came into view of the VW Rabbit, it pulled onto the road northbound driving away from Newell Road, heading north towards Bickleton Highway.

The only person seen inside was a bearded male driver.”

The DNR would like to speak to the owner of this vehicle. Long can be contacted at his email address, bruce.long@dnr.wa.gov.

The fire meeting

A meeting to discuss the Newell Road Fire was held on July 25 at the Golden -

kids get to experience— sometimes for the first time—a museum,” she shares. Her passion for education and art not only helped her run the museum but also write two books about the chess sets featured in the collection.

Schafroth led programs to teach children, adults, and even teachers about art, all for the sake of spreading the rich knowledge the museum holds. Ultimately, education is what drew her to Maryhill, and education will stay an important memory in her retirement.

August 13 will mark Schafroth’s final day, and the end will be bittersweet. She’s loyally been by the museum’s side throughout the years, working hard to build a home for the art collections. “I absolutely fell in love with Maryhill,” she reflects. “I do see myself still supporting the museum and always being available.”

Schafroth will have a retirement party at the museum on that last day from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., and she encourages anyone who knows her to join. “They’re

on speed dial.”

Coworker Corey Shepherd says Payne has been the most knowledgeable person he’s worked with. “He’s been a library for me. I couldn’t do this job so well without having worked with and known Brad. And I’ve stood next to him for five years, so I’ve learned a lot. But there’s still a million things more I need to learn.”

dale Middle School where officials from Klickitat County Search and Rescue, DNR, the Klickitat County Sheriff’s Office, the Incident Command Management Team, the American Red Cross, and other fire officials updated the community on the status of the fire. Rod Bonacker, an operations section chief for the Central Oregon Incident Management Team, spoke first about the status of the fire. He said the fire was first assigned to a local Type 3 DNR team for Friday and Saturday, but as the fire grew DNR requested the Type 2 team assume command. Northwest Incident Management Team 8 was called in.

“They got a lot of good work done,” said Bonacker. “The number of people, the complexity of the resources at risk, the power lines, and things like that directed the agencies and the folks responsible to go to a slightly higher level of management.” He said the first team’s objectives were primarily to protect the wind farm, some of the tribal resource lands, and the Republic Solid Waste Landfill. Bonacker said when Team 8 was called in on the 23rd, the fire’s size was roughly 30,000 acres. He pointed out areas near Rock Creek on a map where his team was focusing their attention, saying that the steep terrain and wind were causing difficulties.

Washington State Mobilization was authorized to provide additional resources towards fighting the fire at 7:15 p.m. on July 21. State Mobilization Representative Esther Hernandez said they were able to bring in fire service resources to help supplement ongoing efforts already being made

more than welcome to come,” she offers. The following day will be the end of

by other agencies in place.

“We also take on financial responsibility for the incident on behalf of the fire districts that are involved, and we also reimburse the local fire districts for any resources that they have on the incident,” she said, adding four strike teams were requested when the State received the initial request for assistance, so they sent five strike teams. A strike team under state mobilization means a group of four or five fire engines, a tender to provide water for the engines, and a strike team leader. “We also had an ongoing mobilization in the Wenatchee area, and we had a strike team available there, so we also shifted them over to this fire. So we had five strike teams all there that night [July 21]. We then ordered additional teams that came in, and at the high point, which was on Saturday, we had eight

her era at the museum, but her dedication to her work will not be forgotten.

strike teams here on the incident that came from around the state.”

Northwest Incident Management Team 8 arrived on the scene of the fire on July 23 and officially assumed management of the fire from the local DNR team on the 24th. Kevin Stock, the Incident Commander for Team 8, spoke about their role in battling the fire. “Those first folks, they did great work, but it’s just a really hard, fast-moving grass fire,” said Stock. “We did the tally last night and we had 63 miles of perimeter on this thing. It’s a long way around. There’s not a road that’s 63 miles all the way around, which would have been really convenient. There’s a lot of travel and a lot of coordination that needs to happen, so that’s what we’re here for.”

“At this point, all that responsibility is put on this incident management

team,” said Allen Lebovitz, a public information officer for the Northwest Incident Management Team 8. “When [Team 8] initially assumed command, the fire activity was very intense. There was a number of areas where the fire was expanding, and over the course of a little less than a week they were able to achieve what is close to full containment,” said Lebovitz on July 28, the day before the fire was fully contained. “From a ‘what comes next’ perspective, all of the land management agencies, the county, and other groups like the Conservation District and other interested parties, they then need to develop cooperative processes for addressing how to deal with the impacts of the fire.”

Lebovitz, who is also the Wildland Fire liaison for DNR, said they’re developing a program to assist with recovery and restoration

after a fire. “What we hope to bring to the table is data with which to plan with,” said Lebovitz. “We have a good ability to collect, analyze, and report on information about fire severity and potential risk from debris flows. We’re currently assessing our ability to provide that information.”

Pattie Smith, a representative from the Red Cross, said Klickitat Emergency Management called upon the agency for assistance on Friday afternoon, and they’d been assisting since then. “Being a presence in this community is really important to us,” said Smith. “Many local folks have stopped by the shelter this week to offer help for evacuees and their animals. It’s nice to see the strength and resiliency of this community during a disaster.”

The Washington Outdoors Report: Sockeye salmon madness and more

John Kruse For The SenTinel

LAKE

WENATCHEE

Lake Wenatchee is experiencing a big sockeye boom this year! As of July 21, 67,354 sockeye salmon had passed through Tumwater Dam en route to Lake Wenatchee. This is well over the 10-year average for the entire run that typically ends in midSeptember. This equates to many more sockeye in Lake Wenatchee than anglers have seen in years.

Nate Stull, the owner of Stully’s Guide Service (www.stullysguideservice. com), has been fishing Lake Wenatchee and says the fishing is pretty good, though the boat ramp at Lake Wenatchee State Park is so busy you may end up not getting on the water at first light for the best bite. Even though Stull didn’t get on the water to fish until 6:30 a.m. on his most recent trip, several of his clients still caught limits of sockeye out of his boat during an abbreviated morning bite that saw lots of fish hooked (and several lost with the barbless hooks required here)

Stull is trolling a Mack’s Lure 1.5 Smile Blade spinner in pink or green or glo-burst. Also being trolled are pink hoochies. Eight-inch green or chrome dodgers are tied about 8 to 12 inches in front of the lure. Stull is using downriggers and trolling 45 feet deep in the early morning and going as deep as 90 feet in the late morning. The entire upper end of the lake is fishing well since the sockeye are going up both the White and Little Wenatchee Rivers.

Stull does have several openings for Lake Wenatchee. He expects the fishing should remain solid for quality fish until mid-August. You can book a trip with him through his Facebook page or through his website at https://stullysguide-service.business.site.

WENATCHEE RIVER

The large bounty of sockeye returning to Lake Wenatchee this year has the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) announcing a rare opening of the Wenatchee River from August 1 through September 30 for sockeye salmon with

a limit of four sockeye a day (as well as two adult hatchery Chinook salmon per day). The river is open for fishing from the mouth to the Icicle Road Bridge in Leavenworth. I checked in with Rick Graybill, the fishing guru at Hooked on Toys in Wenatchee, and asked him about this new opportunity.

Graybill told me the vast majority of the sockeye run has already made it to Lake Wenatchee but with several hundred sockeye a day still entering and traveling up the Wenatchee River on a daily basis, there is the pos-

sibility of hooking into some fish here.

Graybill recommends plunking for the fish, casting out a pyramid sinker heavy enough to keep your bait in place without drifting. Twelve to 15 inches up from the sinker he’ll tie on a threeway swivel. Connected to that swivel is a two-foot leader. At the end of the leader, rig up a Spin-N-Glo lure (pink and red being good color choices) along with a couple of beads and then two barbless hooks. On the top barbless hook rig up a canal shrimp for bait. Above that first offering, tie

on a second three-way swivel and add a second bait rig similar to the first.

As for where to fish, Graybill recommends looking for a point and fishing three to six feet deep since the fish will be hugging the shoreline, especially during the early morning hours. As the day progresses, you can still catch them at times but you will want to fish deeper water, like 10 to 12 feet deep.

BREWSTER SALMON

DERBY

If you are fishing this weekend around Brewster, you’ll likely have lots of company.

The Brewster King Salmon Derby takes place August 4 through the 6th, and up to 300 anglers are expected to attend. If you want to participate, regrettably you’re too late. Ticket sales ended at midnight on August 1. You can find out more about the event at www.brewsterkingsalmonderby.com

MID-COLUMBIA STURGEON CLOSURE

Anglers have come to take sturgeon fishing on the Columbia River for granted, but things are changing this summer as both WDFW and ODFW announced a closure to all sturgeon fishing between The Dalles Dam and Priest Rapids Dam until September 15.

At least 24 sturgeon have been found dead in this section of the river this summer, most of them being found in the John Day Pool. One reason why these sturgeon deaths are occurring is the warming temperature in this part of the Columbia River, which is running higher than normal.

Just as catching trout in warm water can be fatal for the fish, the same goes for sturgeon. WDFW biologists say, “High water temperatures and lower dissolved oxygen have been shown to stress and kill sturgeon. While only catch-and-release fishing is allowed this time of year, closing all fishing will help reduce stress from capture and handling and give sturgeon some relief until water temperatures cool off in September.”

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

Personal experience positively impacts service

that a new duplex came up for rent, and our application was approved. But it isn’t always so straightforward for the homeless families I serve.”

“Availability is the number one concern for low-income families,” Packer said. “It is not fast or easy for people to find housing.” This experience gave her a better understanding that the problem her clients faced was bigger than she had realized.

Now she says she knows better. Her team works with landlords to find suitable places for clients to live. But Packer says eight families are the most she can house on her Turning Point program in a year. The rest must rely on other programs and remain on a waiting list.

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Imagine your first month at a new job and finding out that you are unexpectedly pregnant and about to lose your home. Two years ago, this was Kristi Packer’s reality. Packer is a housing coordinator for Washington Gorge Action Programs (WAGAP) and spent her formative years in Goldendale where she now again lives. When she accepted her new job, never in her wildest dreams did she think she would be her own first client.

“My Turning Point program specifically is helping homeless families with children find housing, which is crazy and ironic considering how everything has happened,” Packer said.

Her journey began as a child in Everett, Washington.

But then she lived in Goldendale from ages 10 to 24 and met her future husband, Jeremy. This time together instilled a sense of community into the couple, which Packer says is extremely important to them.

As a new couple, they moved to Everett in search of opportunities, but after eight years of rising rents and a high cost of living, they had enough. They wanted to be surrounded again by family

and friends in a place they could afford, so they decided to return to the Gorge with their first son in 2018.

During the move, they endured separation and extended periods of couch surfing. “My family is my whole world,” Packer said. “All those things were worth it to return to our Goldendale community and be closer to our family.”

Fast forward to 2021.

Packer started her new role as a housing coordinator with WAGAP. Shortly after starting, she received two bits of news that changed their lives. She was expecting a third child, and her family would have to vacate their rental home.

That is when the irony hit her. Now her growing family had to scramble to find a place to live. And it wasn’t easy.

She said she knows her situation was not as dire as the clients she serves, but the three months the family spent living with a friend and sharing a single bedroom for two adults, two children, and one more on the way gave her a new perspective. It made her appreciate how good they had it.

“Other people have it a hundred times worse than what we were going through,” Packer said. “We got lucky

“Landlords have to be willing to accept these clients,” Packer said, “and that can be difficult because most clients don’t reach income thresholds and often don’t have credit histories.”

So the housing office team does whatever it takes to support clients, working with other WAGAP programs and with agency partners. Packer says the priority is “making sure we are giving them some help and guiding them in the right direction.”

“We have a care closet that helps homeless clients have supplies they need to survive, like a tent, sleeping bag, mat, gloves, coats, and hygiene supplies,” Packer says. “But our goal is to get them into stable living conditions as soon as possible.

The Packer Family's experience has given her a perspective that she uses to relate to her clients and have compassion for their situations. “Now I understand the stress better,” she said. “I feel like I can relate. I understand the fear and how scary it is.”

The main goal of all programs at WAGAP is to help people become self-sufficient and get back on their feet. She said it can take a long time to get housing lined up, but the team works hard to get people sheltered and into more

permanent situations. They celebrate successes. She shared the story of a family of five living in their car in the winter. With three school-aged children, they needed shelter and stability. Packer’s team temporarily set them up in a hotel and connected them to the Department of Social and Health Services for assistance. Next, Father’s House in Goldendale supplied clothing. Packer helped them with the Turning Point Rapid Rehousing program application process. A search began for a house that would accommodate them, regardless of their challenging credit and lack of referrals.

The family remained in temporary accommodations through the winter but never gave up. The husband found employment, and the kids were enrolled in school.

Packer says the family checked in weekly and always stayed positive throughout all their hardships and stress. They were optimistic something would change, and it did. Now they have reliable housing big enough to fit all five of them. The parents are back to work and able to financially support themselves.

“I feel like we made a difference in their lives,” Packer said. “It’s nice when you can be there and see them all the

way to the end,” Packer said. “It’s them being able to make it on their own, and that is what we are here for.” Now Packer, Jeremy, and their three boys, Avery, Kaleb, and Skyler, have settled into a bigger house with a yard in Goldendale and appreciate the stability. She still considers herself a city girl at heart but says, “It was the best decision we ever made coming back. I feel safe and connected. Ultimately, I feel like this is where I’m meant to be. Being around family and friends and being able to help other people, it just feels so gratifying.”

Tamara Kaufman For The

GIRL HELPS FIND HOMES: Goldendale’s Kristi Packer is WAGAP’s new housing coordinator.

QUITE A CATCH: Nate Stull shows off the sockeye his clients caught at Lake Wenatchee.

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Every day I take a walk and, when I am in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, my walk usually takes me through an old fabric mill that has been converted into gallery space

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He said he was honored He spoke English with an accent but it was not a Spanish accent He is Italian as it turns out His girlfriendis Mexican, from SanMiguel His work is imposing He does portrait art and within the realistic paintings of his subjects he has abstract art bursting out from inside them, as if their thoughts and emotions had turned into vivid colors and shapes

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To serve divide salad between plates or bowls and crumble goat cheese over top

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The Grand Canyon

Grand Canyon National Park is one of the most special places on Earth. Located in Northern Arizona in the United States it is not just spectacular to see as a tourist from the edge, but it is a living science museum. It is a record of time on this planet and is a home for a wide range of animals. Evidence of human life from the past can be found as well as dinosaur fossils. From the rim of the canyon, to the canyon floor, amazing discoveries wait to be found. There is a lot to explore because the Grand Canyon is 277 miles long and 18 miles wide. It is bigger than the entire state of Rhode Island. Today you can visit the park, hike trails, take a helicopter ride above the canyon or even ride a mule from the top to the Colorado River deep within the canyon walls.

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The first European explorers to reach the Grand Canyon were Spanish Conquistadors led by Francisco Vázquez de Coronado. The first American to actually make it down the Colorado River from one end of the canyon to the other was Major John Wesley Powell. His group started the trip in May of 1869 in Wyoming. There were 10 people in the beginning. By the time they reached the exit of the Grand Canyon there were 6 people left. One man, Frank Goodman, stayed behind at a settlement in July thinking they would never make it down the river. Three other men were killed by Native Americans when they decided to leave the boats and hike out. The adventure was almost 1,000 miles and took 98 days. One amazing thing about this expedition is that John Powell completed the trip with only one arm. He lost the other arm during a battle in the Civil War.

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Why were there fish at the bottom of the Grand Canyon?

Because they dropped out of school.

Archaeologists have found artifacts and other evidence that people lived in the canyon almost 12,000 years ago. This culture is called the Paleoindians and they lived in the canyon for around 3,000 years. Not only are there about 2,000 Anasazi ruins but the oldest ones are almost 2,000 years old. The Tusayan Ruins have been a popular place to visit and learn about the Anasazi people. There are 11 Native American Tribes that believe the Grand Canyon is a sacred place. The Havasupai, Hopi, Navajo, Zuni, and Paiute, along with other tribes, have legends and stories about the canyon.

There are many animals that live in the canyon now, but there is also evidence of animals from thousands of years ago. Within the national park there are five different ecosystems. This means there is an enormous amount of wildlife that calls it home. Mammals that live in the Grand Canyon include small animals like bats, squirrels and ring tailed cats (the Arizona state mammal) and rabbits. If you’re looking for something larger you may spot some elk or bighorn sheep. There are two very shy animals in the park that you may never see, one is the largest wild cat in North America, the mountain lion. The other is the smaller bobcat. Soaring between and above the walls of the canyon you may spot a California Condor, ravens, hawks and eagles. At the bottom of the canyon in the Colorado River there are six species of fish you won’t find anywhere else in the world. Spiders, snakes, lizards, butterflies and other insects inhabit the area.

An artist with Powell’s expedition painted this picture of the men running deadly whitewater rapids through the canyon. Ringtail

Scenes from Klickitat Canyon Days in Klickitat last weekend.