Archive - News Article
February 13th, 2012
Greetings and salutations, one and all. It feels longer (perhaps thatâs a slight trace of jet lag still talking), but we have only been in Bangalore for a few days now. They have been some of the fastest, most secure, most hectic, most educational days of my existence.
For those who havenât been in the loop, I have journeyed halfway around the world with a Group Study Exchange Team from Rotary District No. 5080 to experience life and culture in Bangalore, India in the state of Karnataka.
February 10th
A special thank you to area business' who participated!
Happyâs Hallmark
Wanda Boyd
Keith Baldwin
Alyssa Esparza
Lovittâs
Ethel Buckley
The Breadbox
Katrina Smith
Becky Stephens
Maverickâs
Sam Siverson
Chasalee Thomas
Sew Creative
Michelle Haskell
Stephaniâs Oak Street Grill
Chris Town
Berna Abbott
Acorn Saloon
Meri Harrington
Bertha Kamstra
Barneyâs Junction
Kathleen Lickey
Cynthia Kidwell
Yummy Cupcakes
Carol Bingman
Debbie Naab
Pro Body Works the Spa
Linda Cox
Alta Byington
February 9th
By
Jamie Henneman, Online News Editor
Two suspects involved in significant criminal cases in Stevens County were recently found competent to stand trial by Eastern State Hospital, giving the Stevens County Prosecutor the ability to move the cases forward.
Eric L Booth, 26, is being charged with the first degree murder of Colville area man Gordon Feist. Feist, 63, was shot during a botched robbery attempt on July 17, 2011. Booth will have a status hearing on Feb. 7 in Stevens County Superior Court.
February 7th
By
JAMIE HENNEMAN, Online News Editor
Washingtonians will not be able to take part in the Presidential Primary frenzy this spring because of a 2011 legislative decision to axe the annual rite to save a purported $10 million in the state budget. The cancellation was proposed through Senate Bill 5119 that expires in 2013, leaving a Presidential primary an option in 2016.
In the meantime, the local political parties will be offering caucus meetings to collect public opinion on a 2012 Presidential candidate.
February 6th
By
JAMIE HENNEMAN, Online News Editor
The Auto CAD architectural drafting class at Colville High School recently started work on a 3-D model of Victory Park, a Habitat for Humanity (Habitat) housing project currently being built behind Wal-Mart in Colville.
Students in Todd Strobelâs Auto CAD class are building a diorama of the Victory Park project to help increase community interest and awareness. Once completed, the Victory Park project will provide housing for eight families.
Colville Branch AAUW (American Association of University Women) will sponsor a women's health forum, "Staying Balanced in Troubled Times," on Thursday, Feb. 16, from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Rendezvous Theater, InÂŹstitute for Extended Learning, 985 S. Elm Street, Colville.
According to Terri Elders, Colville Branch AAUW President, this year's health forum event will address how stress and uncertainty impact women's moods and behavior, as well as their general physical health.
February 3rd
The public is invited to attend the annual Stevens County Cattlemen's Association Social Night and Banquet on Saturday, Feb. 11 at the Stevens County Ag. Trade Center. The event starts at 5 p.m. with social hour and games. Dinner will be served at 6 p.m.
Tickets are $25 and are available at Colville Big R, Aslin-Finch Flour Mill, and with limited availability at the door. Evening activities include a live auction, raffle, games, recitations by a cowboy poet and recognition of the SCCA Cattlemen of the Year.
February 2nd
âI didnât know you could do that at the libraryâŠâ
I am amazed by how frequently I hear these words from my friends, family members and acquaintances. I really, really like my job and I occasionally find myself sharing stories about peoÂŹple I help throughout the day or interesting speakers and events that the library hosts. No matter how many stories I tell, there seem to be endless instances when my friends hear something new to them. A few examples:
You can access the online Consumer Reports product rating guides for free with your library card.
Itâs Groundhog Day and Donald Trump endorses Mitt âI Never Worry About The Poorâ any day in the USofA Romney.
Iâm so excitedâŠI think itâs time for a nap.
Let me write thisâŠveryâŠslowlyâŠforâŠyouâŠPunxsutawney Phil has absolutely no credibilityâshadow or no shadow. Itâs kind of like the Three Stooges (maybe four) who are running for the Republican nomination for President.
January 30th
Itâs time once again for youthful area thespians to hone their theatrics and have a good time doing it.
Auditions will be held for the Missoula Children's Theatre original adaptation of King Arthurâs Quest on Monday, Jan. 30, from 3:15 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. at the Colville High School (CHS) auditorium.
Approximately 50 students, grades K-12, will be cast to appear in the show. No advanced preparation is necessary and all interested students are encouraged to audition.
