Articles from the April 8, 2021 edition
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And they're off!
POMEROY–The 11th Annual Spinners Easter Egg Hunt held at the Lybecker Field and Crystal Springs Golf Course was accompanied with wonderful weather. Families with youngsters ages 0-12 years of age gath...
BOCC approves programs, grants and projects
POMEROY–The Garfield County Commissioners (BOCC) approved the Nutrition Program, the Emergency Management and Public Assistant Grant Agreement D20-2044 grants, and the Bell guardrail project during t...
State-of-the-art timing system installed at track
POMEROY–The School District was prized with a "Flashtiming" purchased by alumni Gary Peters which was put into action at the first track meet of the season on March 31, 2021. Participants of the f...
School District anticipates 40% decrease in transportation operating budget
POMEROY–The School Board learned of a coming transportation budget shortfall, an increase in K-3 fall enrollment, approved new hire Bob Wolf and gave the Senior Class's five-day request a thumb's u...
Quote of the Week
“They always say time changes things, but you actually have to change them yourself.” – Andy Warhol...
COMMENTARY
As you may have already read, the House Democrats passed H.R. 1 with little opposition, paving the way for Senate approval, where, if passed, it will transfer election authority to the federal government, where there is no oversight. Just this...
On the Edge of Common Sense
When it’s springtime in the Rockies And my lips are turning blue I’ll be slogging through the blizzard like a brain dead caribou… Ah, springtime. That first hint of life beginning anew, the annua...
OLYMPIA UPDATE
OLYMPIA–Over a decade ago, in November of 2007, Washington voters proved their intelligence, foresight, and practicality by approving the state’s constitutional “rainy-day fund.” Here is an excerpt from the Voters’ Guide: “Every year 1% of state re...
Letters to the Editor
To the editor, HR 1 “For the People Act” simplified! This summary does not list every single change in the election laws [800 pgs]. HR 1 “For the People Act” cuts State Voter ID, you just sign that you are the voter. And the election officia...
Quick Look
Senate’s operating budget spends too much, relies on unneeded taxes By Sen. Mark Schoesler OLYMPIA–Somehow, it was fitting that the Senate Democrats’ new two-year operating budget SB 5092, was passed on April Fool’s Day. Between the sharp spendin...
Junior Hi boys finish covid-shortened season
Junior High Boys hoops ended its shortened season with a loss for the varsity, a win for the jayvees and a loss for the C Squad against Garfield-Palouse on April 1, reports Coach Bob Wolf. "The Junior...
Jr. Hi Girls hoops wrap season
SJEL 44, Pomeroy A 25 (4/1) "We had such a wonderful time with these girls this season," commented Coach Jessica Wolf. "We were able to see them learn new skills. It was great to see them when applied...
Pirates trounce Liberty Christian
By Loyal Baker RICHLAND–The Pirates launched into Spring Break with a bang! Pomeroy won both of the twin bill over Liberty Christian, 17-6 and 25-7, on April 2. The season resumes April 13 with a h...
Lady Pirates swept by LC Lady Patriots
By Loyal Baker RICHLAND–The Lady Pirates struggled through a "difficult" day, losing a pair of league counters to the Lady Patriots of Liberty Christian here March 30. Both were league games in the S...
Free chipper day for yard waste
POMEROY–A free chipper day is planned for country residents at the old rock pit located at the old rock pit on Saturday, April 10 from 8 a.m.–2 p.m. Garfield County will host a free Chipper day for country residents on Saturday at the old rock pit...