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Peace of My Mind: Help! I’m a prisoner of time
On the first day of this month, I spent half the evening running around our house’s three levels, changing the hour on every clock and mumbling to myself with each step I took. We own something like 23 mech-anical and electronic gadgets that keep track of time, not counting calendars. They include Ellen’s father’s 1923 Elgin pocket watch, an 1891 Attleboro pendulum clock that I wind every three or four days; and an assortment of two microwaves, a computer and a bunch of other electrical gadgets that have clocks.
Tumor doesn’t stop artistic Girl Scout
Instead of eating during lunch breaks at the children’s art camp she organized last summer, 16-year-old Kay Havlicek lay down on the floor to rest and try to forget about the headaches and back pain that wouldn’t go away. “They didn’t interfere that much,” says the now-18-year-old Running Start student. “I had to take breaks, but I really wanted to do this project.”
Richland boy makes TV debut on ‘Criminal Minds’
Nine-year-old Joseph Marsh’s big dreams of acting became reality when he appeared on Wednesday’s popular police drama “Criminal Minds.” The third-grader at White Bluffs Elementary School in Richland played Billy Young, an 8-year-old boy on the CBS show.
Looking for Misty Petersen? Check the garage for DIYer
Misty Petersen has a simple, yet rewarding hobby. “I build stuff,” she says.
Get Out! Leavenworth’s Waterfront Park and Blackbird Island await you
Though winter is quickly approaching, there’s still time to take in the calm beauty of the Waterfront Park trails in Leavenworth without the help of skis or snowshoes. You’ll want to be sure to bring sturdy shoes as late fall snows bring along muddy thaws.
Wenatchee Veterans group offers help to Veteran families
NCW — Combat Veterans International Chapter No. 2 of Wenatchee is seeking veterans and families of veterans in North Central Washington who are in need of a help this holiday season.
Winter coat drive to benefit area foster children
WENATCHEE — A winter coat drive is under way until the end of January.
Local event Saturday for National Adoption Day
WENATCHEE — National Adoption Day will be celebrated locally Saturday from noon to 3 p.m. at the Assembly of God Church, 1520 McKittrick St.
Reader scrapbook
Last July, Bibo the cat saw baby Ava Swardz napping and joined her on the bed to share in the snoozes. “He likes to lay with all four feet up in the air,” explains Lindsey Swardz, “or ‘pointy-side up,’ as we call it.” Ava was born in June to Lindsey and Robert Swardz. The family lives in East Wenatchee.
College life
LACEY — Michelle Short of Wenatchee and Krinda Carlson of Brewster were recently named to the Society of Fellows academic honorary society at Saint Martin’s University. To be eligible, a student must do outstanding work in the learning process and contribute to the intellectual life of the university.
Five generations — Gilstrap
The family of Thelma Gilstrap gathered recently for a five-generation photo. From left, standing, are father Alex Gilstrap, great-grandfather Cleo Gilstrap and grandfather Tim Gilstrap. Great-great-grandmother Thelma Gilstrap is seated, holding baby Avery Gilstrap. The entire family is from East Wenatchee.
Pet of the week: Bella needs a home
Bella is a domestic long-hair tabby mix, say officials at the Wenatchee Valley Humane Society. She would benefit from a home where she can be the center of attention, officials say.
Music boosters embark on cookbook fundraiser
CASHMERE — The Cashmere High School music boosters are selling their new cookbook “Music From the Kitchen — Dawgfood Volume 2” as a fundraiser.
Lighting contest set for December
CASHMERE — The Cashmere Chamber of Commerce is putting on a Christmas lighting contest in December.
Thanksgiving farmers market to include holiday gifts
OKANOGAN — The Okanogan Valley Farmers Market has planned a Thanksgiving market from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the Okanogan Grange Hall, 305 Tyee St.
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