Doug Taylor I had been telling myself in January (and any others who would listen) that I assumed we were having our winters earlier in the fall and spring was coming earlier in the spring. Then came February with snow … Continue reading
It may still be cold and snowy, but it’s time to be thinking about starting seeds inside for spring planting. Here’s an article by American Meadows on how to go about it: Some vegetables, like tomatoes, eggplants and peppers, require … Continue reading
Philip Haner, Fire Commissioner/Captain KCFPD#14 The Klickitat County Fire District 14 Fire Commissioners and members of High Prairie Fire would like to thank everyone involved with the procurement, planning, and building of the Schilling Road Fire Station. High Prairie Fire … Continue reading
Tom McMackin Last Summer and Fall were hosts to a tremendous amount of national news coverage focused on California. There were 2 wildfires that dominated the reporting cycles. The Carr Fire (229,651 acres/59 square miles—7th largest in CA history—1,604 structures … Continue reading
Jake Jakabosky Chief Tim’s Tips Well, folks, as you know we have experienced a very long, very cold spell. Everyone’s been burning more wood than usual and, understandably, people are unwilling to climb around on a roof covered in two … Continue reading
Rebecca Sonniksen Click image to view enlargement. A trip to the “end of the earth,” where the Pacific and Atlantic oceans meet, was a fitting celebration for my 70th birthday. In December, Scott and I set off to explore Patagonia, … Continue reading
Photos: Jocelyn Weeks (Click on photo for an enlarged view) ^ Top … Continue reading
Gwen Berry Columbia Gorge Cat Rescue (CGCR) recently announced it has been awarded a $12,000 grant from the Petco Foundation to support its spay/neuter and adoption program for stray and feral cats. High Prairian Rebecca Sonniksen has been an active … Continue reading
Diane Cazalet One of my favorite things to do each year is celebrate Valentine’s Day with my Needler friends and neighbors. I love to decorate my home with many of my antique hearts and valentines, setting out my finest china … Continue reading
Gwen Berry My recent accident introduced me to how urgently, and unexpectedly, you might need fast transportation to expert medical care. Car accidents and other medical emergencies aren’t planned; they just happen. In a serious emergency, getting to a hospital … Continue reading
This owl was found roosting in Paul Grim’s shop. He asked Jake Jakabosky for help in identification. Jake replied: “I’m sure it is a Saw-whet. I’m going by the brown streaks on its side (not brown with small spots). Also … Continue reading
Lozetta Doll We will be returning to High Prairie in a few days if we can get in to our place! February was a good month for us to be gone! While here in La Paz we sometimes pick up … Continue reading
Ken Hansen, HPCC Treasurer With the pending move of the prior owner, I recently purchased the John Deere tractor that our 12-family “neighborhood” has used for clearing our roads and driveways of snow. Our communal kitty pays for fuel and … Continue reading
