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North Franklin News | Issue 2

NORTH FRANKLIN NEWS - ISSUE 2 - APRIL 3, 2024

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Connell Junior Eagles

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Baseball/softball/teeball registration is still open!


We have extended the regular registration period through the end of the month.

Starting April 1st, the late registration fee WILL apply until the 8th.

April 8th is the absolute last day to register! The link to our website to register is below.

www.connelljunioreagles.com

Jr Eagles Sponsorships

SPONSOR FORM (PDF)

City Council Agenda

April 3, 2024

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Port of Pasco

Spring Newsletter 2024

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Franklin Co. Fire Dist. 1

Awareness & Education

Anyone else thankful for the sunshine and warm spring weather today?

We are too, BUT...May we be the voice of caution.

If MARCH is an indication of what is coming,

PLEASE follow guides for a good spring cleaning and prepare your houses and structures for the growing frequency of wind driven fires.

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Lone Crow Meats Store

NOW
OPEN

Lone Crow Ranch is owned and operated by Cody and Jen Hoseth. To keep things short and sweet, we raise quality cattle, feed them quality feeds, and provide quality cutting and wrapping for your beef and pork.

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Erika Guzman

Miss Connell 2024

Godzilla x Kong

Sunset Theatre
- April 5-7

GODZILLA X KONG: THE NEW EMPIRE [PG-13]. Message us to reserve recliners!

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Franklin County buildings named to Washington State Heritage Register

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Erika Guzman named Miss Connell 2024

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Council authorizes rezone to commercial property

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Day of the Book - Pioneer Park - Connell

SATURDAY12-2PM
May 4

Lamb Weston will be bringing the fry trailer with free fries for everyone. We have $1000 in prizes to give away to the children and so many more activities planned including flying kites!

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Game Night @ Library

EVERYMONDAY
5-7p

For all ages. We will have a variety of board games, including Life, Trouble, Scrabble and more. Bring your family, bring a friend!

Kaffrin's Coffee
Wild Olive's Charcuterie
Pizza Station

Kahlotus 5K Run/Walk

Saturday, June 1st ~ 7-8am

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Legion Bldg / C-Street Vault Progress

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News / What's Going On - 04/02/2024
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Franklin County buildings named to Washington State Heritage Register

By: Katherine Trowbridge & Shelly Harper

The Pasco Aviation Museum, owned by the Port of Pasco, along with the North Franklin Heritage Museum’s 1904 Presbyterian Church, were voted on to the Washington Heritage Register on Friday, March 15 by the Washington Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation.

Museum Administrator Shelly Harper applied to put the old church on the Washington Heritage Register nearly a year ago.

The Washington Heritage Register is an official listing of historically significant sites and properties found though out the state. The registry list includes districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects that have been identified and documented as being significant in local or state history, architecture, archaeology, engineering, or culture.

Listing in the Washington Heritage Register is strictly an honorary designation and raises public awareness about historic and cultural values.

Until March 15, there were only four buildings on the register from Franklin County; the Franklin County Courthouse (Pasco), the Moore Mansion (Pasco), the Carnegie Library (which is now the Franklin County Museum in Pasco), and Morning Star Baptist Church (Pasco). With the addition of the Pasco Aviation Museum and North Franklin Heritage Museum’s Presbyterian Church, there are now six buildings from Franklin County on the register with the Presbyterian Church (Connell) being the oldest of the six buildings.

The Pasco Aviation Museum is located in the old control tower, which was once part of Seattle’s Sand Point Naval Air Station during World War II. It became one of the three largest training bases for aviators in the United States. The Naval Air Station was just part of the military presence in Pasco during World War II and along with Hanford, played a big part in our area’s role during WWII.

Read full article on Franklin County Graphic >>

The Franklin County Graphic (FCG) newspaper opened in 1954 under founding editor Dave Adams to fulfill the need for community news. Today, it continues as a locally owned and operated, weekly source of community news and information across Franklin County.

Franklin County Graphic / News - 03/28/2024
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East Low Canal irrigation water delayed

OTHELLO — Irrigation water from the East Low Canal is being delayed to allow the East Columbia Basin Irrigation District to work on an upper canal. The Main Canal near Billy Clapp Lake is undergoing a leak assessment and potential repair work, officials said. That means irrigation water to smaller canals and laterals off the East Low Canal won’t be available until the work is complete....

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The Franklin Connection is an online news and sports site dedicated to Franklin County, Washington, and the surrounding communities. The publication offers news, marketing, advertising and online services to the residents of Pasco, Basin City, Mesa, Eltopia, Connell, Kahlotus and Burbank.

Franklin Connection / News - 03/23/2024
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Rally racing results announced in Lind

LIND — The Northwest Rally Association opened its 2024 season with two days of racing in Lions Club Arena on March 9-10.

The Top 3 finishers in each class are as follows:

Saturday, March 9

Prepared FWD — 1. James Connelly, 6:42.948; 2. Joshua Albanese, 6:47.750; 3. Chase Cook, 7:04.621.

Stock RWD — 1. T.J. Vollema, 6:22.983; 2. Bryan Davidson, 6:25.797; 3. Jason Angell, 6:36.874.

Prepared RWD —1. Michael Erbland, 7:25.626.

Prepared AWD —1. Omri Reeves, 6:07.682; 2. Daniel Slipes-Brandt, 6:07.747; 3. Dean Minner, 6:11.212.

Modiefied AWD-NA — 1. Kevin Muggli, 6:03.302; 2. Jason Cole, 6:09.051; 3. Richard Brookins, 6:19.743.

Open 4 — Chris Kobayashi, 6:00.691.

Time Only — 1. Luke McLane, 5:46.368; 2. Jacob Malm, 5:48.884; 3. Ben Bettinger, 5:50.141.

Read full article on Franklin Connection >>

The Franklin Connection is an online news and sports site dedicated to Franklin County, Washington, and the surrounding communities. The publication offers news, marketing, advertising and online services to the residents of Pasco, Basin City, Mesa, Eltopia, Connell, Kahlotus and Burbank.

Franklin Connection / News - 03/23/2024
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Erika Guzman named Miss Connell 2024

March 21, 2024

By: Katherine Trowbridge

Miss Connell 2024 Erika Guzman (center) gives a wave to the community. Pictured with Miss Connell 2024 Representatives (l-r) Miranda Garza and Vianney Martinez.

The 2024 Miss Connell Scholarship Program brought the “Colors of India” to the stage as it showcased five talented young ladies. The event brought out community support on both Friday (dress rehearsal) and Saturday evening, March 15 and 16.

The five contestants were joined on stage by the 2024 Escorts, and assisted backstage by their little sisters. Also joining them for the opening number and final moments were the 2023 Finalists and award winners, amid a backdrop of the Taj Mahal.

The program featured the fitness, talent, poise, and interview categories, as judges took note.

The program featured a lot of talent including former Miss Connell Contestants. Allie Danz (2017) with her Weapons Kata “Heart of Courage.” Danz has performed all over and is grateful for her experience with Junior Miss. McKenzie Clyde (2023 talent winner) clogged “Perm” and brought the move that may have been the highlight of the night. Sariah Hales (2023 Miss Connell) also performed her talent, a speed painting of Abraham Lincoln to “Remember Me”.

The five contestants also provided some outstanding talents to keep the crowd entertained. Miranda Garza loves baking, a skill that is part of her family's heritage, however, it’s a little hard to showcase on stage, or is it? Garza found a great way to feature baking in her vocal performance of “What Baking Can Do” that also honored her mom. Kimberly Gonzalez also honored her heritage, singing, “Paloma Negra.” Vianney Martinez honored her favorite painter with her speed painting in tribute to Frida Kahlo.

Jaqueline Guzman performed the monologue “Coat Hanger Project” showcasing the hardships of art class.

Erika Guzman rounded out the talent with her dance performance to “Know Your Worth.” She encouraged the audience to take in the words of the song.

“Jai Ho,” an audience game, and laughter rounded out the evening with Emcee’s Lauren Smith and Dave Specht leading it all.

The audience also included some royalty as Miss Spokane Valley and the newly crowned Miss Ritzville Finalists joined the final program. Also highlighted were former Miss Connell participants attending, as well as Little Miss Connell participants who eagerly await the day they can participate, as well as aspiring escorts.

Read full article on Franklin County Graphic >>

The Franklin County Graphic (FCG) newspaper opened in 1954 under founding editor Dave Adams to fulfill the need for community news. Today, it continues as a locally owned and operated, weekly source of community news and information across Franklin County.

It takes a lot of people to create such a magical night.

Franklin County Graphic / News - 03/21/2024
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Council authorizes rezone to commercial property

March 14, 2024

By: Katherine Trowbridge

The Connell City Council held a closed record hearing to consider approval of a rezone for 66.67 acres of property at the north end of Connell.

The request is for a rezone from urban reserve to commercial general of property located between Coyote Ridge Correctional Center and Highway 395. Open record hearing was heard by the planning commission with the applicant, staff, and one member of the public speaking on the issue.

Despite the advice of AHBL and City Administrator Cathleen Koch, the planning commission moved the item forward to council with a recommendation for approval.

In the staff report AHBL, represented by Emily, expressed their recommendation would be to deny, stating she spoke on behalf of and as an extension of the city staff. She stated that staff sees the rezone as “premature” going on to highlight the lack of water and sewer availability to the site.

Amy Grey, realtor representing the applicant Karl Singh, stated that their end goal is to ask for this change so that this land can be put into its highest and best use. She went on to state that they would like to put it up for sale and market the land in a way that benefits the community. She saw that someone would want to come and put something in that would need a lot of acreage but not take a lot of water. Grey did state that the water line goes up to the north corner of the property. “Let’s find somebody who wants to come in and help build it out. It seems like a win win. Hopefully then they’ll be paying taxes. You know that would be a great thing, right?”, she said, adding that Singh wants to put it up for sale and in the process work with the city to put it out there upfront as to what is needed in order to set the buyer up for success. Grey sees that there will be a lot of building in the next five years.

Read full article on Franklin County Graphic >>

The Franklin County Graphic (FCG) newspaper opened in 1954 under founding editor Dave Adams to fulfill the need for community news. Today, it continues as a locally owned and operated, weekly source of community news and information across Franklin County.

Franklin County Graphic / News - 03/15/2024
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Connell continues to grow. . . Small businesses seek opportunities

March 12, 2024

By: Katherine Trowbridge

As Connell continues to grow, small businesses are seeking opportunities here.

A new option is coming to downtown Connell. The Old Highway Tavern building in downtown Connell was recently rented and will be opening soon as a restaurant with breakfast options. They are also looking to have a lounge (bar) as well. More on this story to come.

On the topic of growth, we keep hearing of small businesses looking for retail space. The problem is that our community doesn’t have a lot of options. While there are a lot of vacant buildings - the owners of said buildings are not seeking to open these options for use.

Lone Crow told us recently, "That is why we bought a bank!"

Some businesses, like Coyote Concealment, have gone to Othello where options were available and others are looking that direction.

So how do we solve this problem? There are several options from transforming existing buildings into spaces that can be renovated and rented to creating opportunities for builders who could create new buildings with spaces for local retail use.

The museum is currently doing just that with their C-Street Vault project as they transform the historic downtown building into several uses.

Creatively thinking in regards to planning is also key when opportunity is knocking on our door step.

After all, Franklin County is the fastest growing county in the state. While our small communities seem to be seeing slow growth compared to Pasco don't be fooled, growth is coming to all of Franklin County and we should be ready when it knocks.

Franklin County Graphic / News - 03/13/2024
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NFSD Superintendent announces retirement

By: Katherine Trowbridge

February 29, 2024

At their regular meeting on Monday, Feb. 26, the board of directors for the North Franklin School District (NFSD) accepted the resignation of Superintendent Jim Jacobs, effective June 30, 2024.

Superintendent Jacobs has led the NFSD for the past six years. Throughout his 27-year career in the district, Jacobs has served in numerous positions, including teacher, summer school director, elementary principal, junior high principal, superintendent and regional representative to the WASA Board of Directors.

Jacobs’ motto is “Kids First, Education Always,” and this shows in his relationships with students, staff and parents throughout the years, a district press release stated.

The board of directors accepted the resignation with a very reluctant sigh of yes during their board meeting held Monday, Feb. 26 after the motion was made by Patti Walker with the words, “Reluctantly and with great sadness…”

Jim Jacobs told the board, “It’s been a great career. I’ve either been serving my country or this district for the past 32 years. I’m just tired.” He went on to share that he is not seeking employment elsewhere. The board did ask if he would still drive school buses, to which he replied, “if needed.”

On behalf of the NFSD Board of Directors, Chairperson Terry Utecht stated, “It’s hard to imagine the North Franklin School District without Jim Jacobs in it, as he has served in many different aspects for over 27 years. The district has been blessed with Jim’s dedicated leadership for the past six years. He is a true leader in every sense of the word. The board is deeply saddened to see him go, but we are confident that the district is in a very healthy position which will help facilitate a smooth transition. We are excited to see what opportunities lie ahead for Jim and his family.”

Read full article on Franklin County Graphic >>

The Franklin County Graphic (FCG) newspaper opened in 1954 under founding editor Dave Adams to fulfill the need for community news. Today, it continues as a locally owned and operated, weekly source of community news and information across Franklin County.

Franklin County Graphic / News - 03/01/2024
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North Franklin News | Issue 1

NORTH FRANKLIN NEWS - ISSUE 1 - MARCH 2, 2024

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Thanks again!

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Connell Junior Eagles

Jr Eagles

Greetings!

It’s that time of year again where we partner with local sponsors to help alleviate the cost of our Spring programs.

This year we would like to ask all our sponsors to consider some additional options to help ALL sports programs. Connell Junior Eagles now effectively supports all youth sports in North Franklin and operates most sports programs.

This spring Connell Junior Eagles provides the opportunity for North Franklin kids ages 5-12 to play tee-ball, baseball, and softball in our local league. (Basin City, Connell, Kahlotus, and Mesa) We rely heavily on the hard work of a volunteer Board of Directors, area coordinators, coaches, and the generous contributions of local business owners and individuals just like you.

Below is a link to a sponsorship form with several options to donate. If being a team sponsor is not an option for your business, contributing any amount to go toward replacing equipment, paying for umpires, or helping a player in need would be greatly appreciated.

Updating and replacing equipment continues to be where a large portion of our funding is used. We hope you can join us as a donor or team sponsor.

Any questions can be directed to me or your area director.

Sincerely,

Steve Tomren
President- Connell Junior Eagles
connelljreagles@hotmail.com
509-521-1580

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SPONSOR FORM (PDF)

City Council Agenda

March 6, 2024

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Port of Pasco

Spring Newsletter 2024

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Lone Crow Meats Store

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We will be starting off with a parking lot get-together with free burgers, and the store will be open to shop! After that, the store will be open every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday!

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Program Night

Saturday, March 16 at 7pm

$15 per person.

  • Pre-sale/assigned seat selection only.
  • Children under the age of five are encouraged to stay home or attend dress rehearsal program out of respect to the contestants, family and audience members.   

Dress Rehearsal

Friday, March 15 at 7 PM

$10 paid at the door, open seating.

Cash, check and card payments accepted.

 

If you or your business would like to donate to the scholarship fund please send donations to

MCSP, PO Box 1214, Connell, WA 99326

For sponsors and donations to be recognized in our printed booklet, donations must be received no later than March 4th.

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6-8pm

SATURDAY
Sunset Theatre

We don't have a movie this weekend, but we still have popcorn and movie snacks! Come on down between 6pm & 8pm Saturday and get yours!

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Franklin County buildings named to Washington State Heritage Register

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Erika Guzman named Miss Connell 2024

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Game Night @ Library

EVERYMONDAY
5-7p

For all ages. We will have a variety of board games, including Life, Trouble, Scrabble and more. Bring your family, bring a friend!

Kaffrin's Coffee
Wild Olive's Charcuterie
Pizza Station

Kahlotus 5K Run/Walk

Saturday, June 1st ~ 7-8am

Sign Up

Pajama Party - Tuesday March 12 ~ 7-8pm

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For families with kids. Bring your favorite pillow and blanket and snuggle in for an hour of reading with friends or family. A snack will be provided. We have had this program in the past and it is a blast! Don't forget to wear your pajamas!

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Legion Bldg / C-Street Vault Progress

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Catapults - Tuesday March 26 ~ 4pm

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Program for elementary aged kids. Launch into the world of engineering and soar into the realm of catapults, discovering the principles of mechanics and physics!

Freedom Rodeo

PRCA EVENT + 4TH OF JULY PARADE

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News / What's Going On - 03/01/2024
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Dorothy Forgey - Celebrating 100 years

By: Katherine Trowbridge

February 29, 2024

Dorothy Forgey was joined by family and friends at a celebration of her 100th year of life on Saturday, Feb. 11. Dot, as she is affectionately called by her grandchildren, wasn't in favor of the celebration and told her daughter so. Despite her reluctance, she was excited to see many who came and expressed her gratitude to all who came to celebrate with her.

Guests shared a variety of memories with us from her days as a waitress at the Golden Harvest and Hazy’s to her days as a bus driver, her kind heart, and her sense of humor.

Read full article on Franklin County Graphic >>

The Franklin County Graphic (FCG) newspaper opened in 1954 under founding editor Dave Adams to fulfill the need for community news. Today, it continues as a locally owned and operated, weekly source of community news and information across Franklin County.

Franklin County Graphic / News - 02/29/2024
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