SEATTLE – Two years after his death and burial, Hiram “Okanogan” Smith’s mortal remains were disinterred, moved, and lost, until recently.
Oroville researcher Dorothy Petry, working with Seattle’s Lake View Cemetery’s Julie Lundquist, believes Smith’s burial plot has been found.
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Tonasket Rodeo opens | Slideshow
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‘Okanogan’ Smith’s burial plot located
Mid-month packed with Midsummer Fest, Car Show and Fly-in
NORTH COUNTY – You might call it ‘Planes, (no) trains and automobiles,’ because June 15 and 16 have at least two of the three in their events, although the third takes place in one of the first towns to have train service in Okanogan County.
Coffee drinker’s philosophy
Dear Gary,
Instead of coffee, I now drink a wonderful beverage called Spark. 1 just poured my morning cup of Spark and decided to share a bit of my attitude philosophy. It really isn’t all that great but I do believe that our world would be better off 1F each person were to think in the way I’m suggesting. Actually, I came across a saying the other day that ones attitude determines their altitude. Or, was it visa versa?
Still waiting for my answer on solar
Dear Editor,
Joseph Ensensperger didn’t answer my question about how much solar power is subsidized per KWH. I await that answer.
Special filing period for vacant seats
OROVILLE – There will be a special three-day filing period for offices for which no candidate filed during the regular filing period.
911 Calls & Jail Bookings
Monday, June 3, 2013 A report of trespassing on Hwy. 97 near Tonasket. Unknown subject prowling in reporting party’s garage. Subject left when RP yelled that cops were called. A report of a Domestic Dispute on Swanson Mill Rd. near Oroville. Male and female in physical control and verbal altercation. Traffic hazard on N. Second [...]
Gray wolf management could shift to state
OLYMPIA – The management of gray wolves in Washington could soon be exclusively under state control thanks to a proposal announced by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to end federal protection for the species.
Get involved now or don’t complain later
We have a representative government, at least that’s what they tell us. But in order to be properly represented we can’t just sit back and let things take their course without any input at all.
Breadline Cafe opens new summer diner
OROVILLE – The Breadline Cafe has packed up its swimming suit, beach umbrella and sunscreen for the summer. Omak’s premier dining establishment is pleased to announce the opening of its second location: Breadline at the Beach at Oroville’s Veranda Beach Resort.
Oroville sets Critical Areas Workshop
OROVILLE – There was still no public comment on the updates to the Oroville’s Critical Areas/Comprehensive Plan Amendments so the council decided to set up a one-hour workshop prior to their June 18 meeting to answer questions and take testimony.
Shop Tavern changes hands
OROVILLE – Bernice “Bunny” and Ike Williams are the new owners of the Shop Tavern located at 2002 Main Street in Oroville. The business will be managed by their son, Richard Williams.
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