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Knowledge is power

Eric LaFontaine, Outlook publisher

If there was a way to cheat in running, I might be guilty. I’m not boosting the number of red blood cells in my bloodstream by injecting my own previously drawn blood. I’m not running with strategically placed nicotine patches. The only thing I’m guilty of is having already run the Spring Festival 10K Race [...]

May 31st, 2010 | Posted in Opinion | Read More »

Outlook Sheriff’s Report, May 27

The Adams County Sheriff's office is located off Highway 26 in Othello.

Adams County Sheriffs Office Saturday, May 22 11:40 a.m., An adult male was arrested for theft third degree on South May Road. 10:09 p.m., A woman complained of loud music at her neighbor’s house on West Cunningham Road. The neighbor had previously advised of a baptism celebration going on in the area. She was contacted [...]

May 31st, 2010 | Posted in Adams County,Adams County Sheriff | Read More »

Columbia Basin Livestock 4-H group donates to local pet rescue

Adams County Pet Rescue Manager Donna Yarchak (back row, far left) accepts a donation box from the Columbia Basin Livestock 4-H group. The kids made the box themselves. Pictured in back row from left are Katie Weise, Kaycie Dailey, Micaela Boersma and Britney Thompson. Middle row from left are Brooke Thompson, Koryn Unrau, Brady Hilmes and Trevor Hilmes. Front row from left are Emily Carlson, Bethany Thompson and Dawson Gearheart. Photo by Briana Alzola,

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May 31st, 2010 | Posted in Adams County,Ag and Farmer | Read More »

Changes to state’s alcohol rules may affect sales

The Brunswick Bar and Grill complies with new regulations limiting the number of alcohol signs on the outside walls of buildings to four. Photo by Briana Alzola.

By Briana Alzola Staff writer Statewide regulations and taxes may cut into alcohol sales, some local business owners say. One rule from the Liquor Control Board that went into effect April 3, says anyone with a retail liquor license — like stores, bars, taverns and restaurants — have to limit the number and size of [...]

May 31st, 2010 | Posted in Regional | Read More »

Mid-Columbia Christian students meet five tortoises

Students at the Mid-Columbia Christian School were excited to have Kim Lind and her five tortoises stop by for a visit. Tizrah (no last name given) ,seen holding one of the hard-shelled creatures, had a few thoughts to share about the experience. See her article below. Photo by Sue Lonergan.

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May 31st, 2010 | Posted in Schools | Read More »

Othello students receive scholarships

Yovani Ramos and Aries Gomez, of Othello, have been awarded scholarships from Eastern Washington University. Ramos, the daughter of Crecencio Ramos and Lucia Nava, received $1,500 through the Chicano Education Program for the 2010-11 academic year. The award is given to Chicano students who show academic merit. Ramos will graduate from Othello High School in [...]

May 31st, 2010 | Posted in Schools | Read More »

Othello summer track camp begins June 1

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Learn the events of track and field and compete for awards. Kids in grades three through eight are invited to participate in a summer track program Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday’s June 1 to 23 from 3:15 to 4:15 p.m. at the Othello High School Track. Registration fee is $20, which includes a T-shirt. For more [...]

May 31st, 2010 | Posted in Community Bulletin Board,Track and field | Read More »

Community Schools, May 27 – Upcoming Classes -

Walking for fun and fitness Join us weekly on the path near Wal-Mart. Get outside, enjoy the fresh air and make new friends. Dates: Mondays, May 31 and June 7 Time: 6 p.m. Place: Park behind Mirastar Scrumptious salads and recipe exchange Share new ideas for summer salads, great food, fabulous company and a whole [...]

May 31st, 2010 | Posted in Community Bulletin Board,Community Schools | Read More »

Centennial Letters to the editor: Thanks to the committee

Thanks to the committee I would like to extend a personal thank you to Ken Caylor for heading our centennial celebration. The parade was excellent, the entertainment was great, the Garza cousins sang a national anthem that could rival most of the ball parks I’ve heard and Tommie Tindell showed us why we honor Old [...]

May 31st, 2010 | Posted in Opinion | Read More »

Outlook Legals, May 27

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INVITATION TO BID The East Columbia Basin Irrigation District is accepting bids to provide fourteen (14) new short-set, Vertical Turbine Pumps and Motors. Sealed bids must be received at the main office no later than 2:00 p.m., PST on May 28, 2010. For more information contact the East District’s main office located at 55 N. [...]

May 31st, 2010 | Posted in Community,Legals | Read More »

Fresh Fish Report from MarDon Resort, May 27

Justin Corbin from the Tri-Cities used a tube jig for smallmouth bass to four pounds. Photo by Annie Meesberg.

By Annie Meseberg Contributing writer The Potholes Reservoir is in full swing for post-spawn walleye catches. Limits are coming in from the Lind Coulee, Crab Creek area of the dunes and Goose Island. The largest fish have been showing in the dunes. Best lures for walleye are spinners and night crawlers trolled behind a bottom [...]

May 31st, 2010 | Posted in Mardon | Read More »

Othello sends six to track meet in Tacoma

Tiffany Martinez finished in the top three in both the discus and shot put at the CWAC  District Championships, Friday, May 21. Martinez won the discus and bested Prosser’s Tamara Jones by one-half of an inch in the shot put for a third-place finish. Photo by Eric LaFontaine.

By Eric LaFontaine Staff writer Winning a high school championship is the pinnacle of every athlete’s season. In track and field, very few kids qualify for the season-ending state meet and even fewer bring home any hardware. This weekend’s Washington 2A State Championships at Mt. Tahoma High School in Tacoma will give six Huskie athletes [...]

May 28th, 2010 | Posted in Track and field | Read More »

Reader Theater presents “Othello: The Early Years”

Shane Russell (left), Sandy Russell (center) and Carolyn Bunch take part in the Othello Community Museum’s Reader Theater at the Othello Senior Center May 20. The performance was called “Othello: The Early Years” and told the story of the families who first settled the town and the women who led them. The play was written, produced and directed by Fay Coats, Nancy Briggs and LuAnn Morgan. Photo by Briana Alzola.

The performance was called “Othello: The Early Years” and told the story of the families who first settled the town and the women who led them. The play was written, produced and directed by Fay Coats, Nancy Briggs and LuAnn Morgan. Share on Facebook

May 28th, 2010 | Posted in Community | Read More »

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