Government News on the Palouse Showing Unprecedented Interest

Government news on the Palouse is being read by increasing numbers and readership is spiking when Rockford Town Council minutes are published, despite the delay when the The North Palouse Washington eNewscast receives and publishes them.

During the last month over 300 readers viewed The North Palouse Washington eNewscast Government Page, which in addition to Fairfield and Palouse government news, included the following Rockford government news:

• Three ordinances approved, a public hearing on an alley closure, plus Town Council Minutes: April 3rd, 17th, May 1st and May 15th received from town clerk on June 20, 2013, publishing delayed to July 5, 2013 due to editor on vacation.
• June 5, 2013 Town Council minutes received and published July 18, 2013
• June 19, 2013 Town Council minutes received and published July 18, 2013
• July 3, 2013 minutes of a public hearing received and published July 18, 2013
• July 17, 2013 Town Council minutes received and published August 8, 2013

Palouse City Council and Fairfield Town Council news, which arrive at the paper on a timely regular basis, have always had a steady following of readers. However random checks of statistics of other towns linked on The North Palouse Washington eNewscast which publish their minutes on their town websites shows readership varies considerably by town.

Recently, Rockford officials have faced tough decisions due to increasing revenue shortages which resulted in discussions and actions on raising fees and taxes for town residents, including a $40 a month assessment approved by Avista, plus a 3% increase in base utility fees.

 

Area Gardners Can Donate Produce to Palouse Food Bank

Hello Palouse Gardeners,

If you have extra produce from your gardens ripening at the end of the summer, the Palouse Food Bank would be grateful to receive it!  Fresh produce is always a welcome addition to our food distribution, and this is a way to donate your food directly to your community!

If you would like to contribute, just bring your produce to the Palouse Community Center on Tuesday, August 27, 2013 between 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. or Wednesday, August 28, 2013 between 12:30  p.m. and 1:00 p.m.

If you can't make those hours, please call me at (509) 878-1251.

Thank you for helping our local food bank! 

Sincerely,

Amy Browse

amybrowse [omit space] @ [omit space] gmail.com

Session II Swim Lesson Rescheduled to August 5, 2013 in Palouse, Washington ...

The last day of Session II swim lessons in Palouse, Washington has been rescheduled for Monday, August 5, 2013, at the regular class times.

Rockford Car Show August 9-10, 2013

A car show will be in the Rockford Park, Rockford, Washington, August 9-10, 2013, with a drive-in movie being shown August 9, 2013.

Two big events on tap in August at On Sacred Grounds in Valleyford, Washington

 Local growers market, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., August 3, 2013 at On Sacred Grounds ~~ and more events. Read The Clarion. 

August ice cream social! Free entertainment at the ice cream social and featuring Schwann's Ice Cream! Check The Clarion for dates and special entertainment.

Elaine said, "If first person who walks in and shows me where the editor messed up, I'll spring for any 20 oz drink!"

Register Now For Session III Swim Lessons, August 5-15, 2013

Sign-ups still being taken for Session III swim lessons, August 5-15, 2013 at Palouse Pool, Palouse, Wash.  Please call 878-1811 as soon as possible to register. 

The last day to enjoy the pool for the 2013 season is Sunday, August 18, 2013. 

Beginning Belly Dance at Colfax Branch Library, July 29, 2013, at 6:30 p.m.

Beginning Belly Dance, Colfax

Colfax Branch Library

Monday, July 29 2013, 6:30 pm

 

Stretch and tone your body while you learn the ancient art of belly dancing. Learn basic moves and techniques from various styles and countries. Wear comfortable clothes and prepare to have fun! For more info, contact Lynn Johnson at ladylynn@stjohncable.com