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NVH District Commissioners approve provider appointments, routine business

The hospital district board addressed routine matters, financial oversight and medical staff appointments at its meeting on Feb.…

The Oroville City Council unanimously approved Veranda Beach Resort’s request to allow irrigation through residential meters for the individual villa lots. The approval applies only to the individual lots and does not extend to common areas. Gary De Von/GT file photo

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Oroville Council approves irrigation request, event permits and airport agreements

Irrigation for a housing development and airport project updates were among the items discussed at the Oroville City…

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Natalie Brownlee was crowned by the beloved Miss Rodeo Tonasket of 1961, Sheri Grillo Laurie, as the 2026 Miss Rodeo Tonasket a moment that connected generations of rodeo royalty and the longstanding tradition of the program.

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Brownlee crowned 2026 Miss Rodeo Tonasket at Founders Day fundraiser

The Comancheros Rodeo Club hosted its annual Rodeo Dinner, highlighted by the coronation of Natalie Brownlee as the…

Tonasket City Hall and Community Library Gary De Von/GT file photo

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Tonasket Council considers separate landscaping positon

A proposed towing services ordinance, airport grant funding and updates to the city’s accessory dwelling unit code were…

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Concerned parents address bullying during Tonasket School Board meeting

Emotional public comment marked the Tonasket School Board meeting, as several parents addressed the board regarding concerns about…

Oroville’s Dorothy Scott International Airport will soon have the addition of a Jet A fueling system, funded by the FFA through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill, passed by Congress in 2021-2022. This will allow gas-turbine aircraft to refuel there. The airport currently only offers Aviation Gasoline (AVGAS) for fueling traditional propellor aircraft and small piston-engine airplanes. Gary De Von/GT file photo

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Oroville City Council advances $7.3 million runway project,

Major airport improvements and infrastructure repairs highlighted discussion during the Oroville City Council’s meeting on Feb. 17.

Tonasket Chamber President Mathew. Rodriguez

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Tonasket Chamber prepares for annual awards banquet, Oroville Chamber’s celebration to follow

Community members are invited to the Tonasket Chamber of Commerce prepares to host its annual awards banquet Saturday,…

Long-time Oroville resident, Bill Godwin, turns 92. His family celebrated their father on Valentine’s Day and reminisced over a lifetime of memories. Submitted photo

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Long-time Oroville area resident, Bill Godwin turns 92

On Valentine’s Day, surrounded by family who describe him as steady, hardworking and quietly generous, Oroville resident Bill…

The Washington Air National Guard and U.S. Border Patrol conducted training exercises using Oroville’s Dorothy Scott International Airport last week. The use of the airport was approved by the council at their June 3 meeting. The WAARNG CH-47 Chinook twin-rotor helicopters could be seen flying around the blue skies of Oroville last Thursday. Gary De Von/GT File Photo

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Oroville City Council reviews airport projects

The Oroville City Council approved received updates on major airport infrastructure projects during its regular meeting on Feb.…

Jean Cooksey, 91, owner, along with her daughter Susan Cooksey, and Dave Martin were joined by Tonasket Mayor Alisa Weddle, Aisha Rodriguez and members of the Tonasket Chamber of Commerce, on Saturday morning to celebrate the reopening of Jean’s on 3rd. Laura Knowlton/staff photo

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Jean’s on 3rd turns a new page

After more than four decades as a fixture in Tonasket, Jean’s on 3rd, a local vintage and antique…

Airport-related infrastructure was discussed at the Oroville City Councio meeting, including the Airport Runway Reconstruction Project, addition of a Jet A fueling system and an agreement with the Oroville-Tonasket Irrigation District. Gary De Von/GT file photo

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Oroville council advances Shoreline Plan, approves park events

The Oroville City Council approved addressed airport-related infrastructure work during its regular meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 20.

Anglers line the ice at Bonaparte Lake during the 4th Annual Ice Fishing Derby held last Saturday, drawing famillies and competitors out for a day of winter fun. Laura Knowlton/staff photo

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Anglers brave the cold for Bonaparte Lake’s 4th Annual Ice Fishing Derby

Bonaparte Lake’s 4th Annual Ice Fishing Derby drew hundreds of anglers to brave cold temperatures in pursuit of…

Andy Gasho and his show-stopping crew won the best shanty award, featuring a Hawaiian-themed setup, with fishermen in Hawaiian shirts. Laura Knowlton/staff photo

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Molson Ice Fishing Derby draws 200 anglers to Sidley Lake

It was a beautiful day on the lake for the Molson Ice Fishing Derby, which brought 200 registered…