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Aug 10, 2017

Flowers honored for veterinary service

Kappa honor society. He was accepted into veterinary school, graduating with a veterinary degree in 1978.He started a private veterinary practice in Walla Walla, Wash. for a time before joining the Air Force as a captain and a veterinarian in Panama City, Fla.Flowers and his wife Jan became interested in international work, so they took a short-term trip to Haiti with the CVM. “I had a great experience and saw how the skills of the profession could help poor farmers in the developing world,” he says.Afterward, he sold his practice in Haiti to veterinarians working for him, and he and Jan traveled to Kenya, Africa and worked with the Maasai people from 1985 to 1990 on the Kenya-Tanzania border.Working in Kenya and serving the Maasai “was an incredible opportunity,” Flowers says. “Of course, lots of cattle, sheep and goats. They depend on them for their livelihood and they are very knowledgeable about them as animals and traditional treatments and such. It was a great opportunity to serve them as well as to see them searching as a culture and a people for their own faith and traditional beliefs and what was happening in their world.”In 1990, they were called back to the CVM home office in Seattle, Wash. From there, Flowers worked as assistant director for 3 years, then as executive director.During the early 2000s, he returned to school at Seattle University and received a Master’s Degree in Not for Profit Leadership.“I love what I do. It’s been a long time since I’ve been in a clinical veterinary practice,” Flowers says. “I really enjoyed that as an employee and as a practice owner, and then even in the development work as working with animals. Since the early ‘90s, I’ve been totally in an administration and leadership role. I would’ve never planned that, but it’s been a privil... (Chaffee County Times)

Apr 27, 2017

Love wildflowers? 15 Mid-Columbia hikes you can try this spring

Columbia River north toward the Tri-Cities and west downriver. To get there take Interstate 182 east from the Tri-Cities toward Walla Walla. I-182 turns into Highway 12, and then, about 17 miles past Pasco, turn right at the junction with Highway 730. Go 1.8 miles. The Twin Sisters pullout is on the south side of the road. It includes a small parking area, but no facilities.The Rattlesnake Slope Wildlife Area Trail starts along the Yakima River at 400 feet elevation and goes 2.5 miles to 2,000 feet elevation. There are a variety of birds that inhabit the high desert prairie. This is another great hike for spring and early summer flowers. The trail goes for 2.5 miles out and back. From Richland, drive west on Interstate 82 to exit 96 for Benton City. After exiting, turn left and drive through Benton City. Continue north on State Route 225. At 7.3 miles from I-82, find a fenced parking area on the left (west) side of the highway. Washington Discover Pass required.The White Bluffs South Slope Trail, north of Pasco, is a fascinating hike along the Columbia River in the Hanford National Monument. The 8-mile loop trail traverses the Ringold Formation and offers spectacular views of the Columbia River and the white bluffs — the ancient river and lake bed sediments from the Columbia River system between 8.5 million and 3.4 million years ago. From I-182, take the Road 68 exit from Pasco and head north on Road 68 until you hit a “T” on Ringold Road. Make a left and follow it for a few miles until you reach a sign that tells you to turn left toward the Columbia River. Once at Ringold make a right and follow the gravel road north about 8 miles until you reach a sign that says no vehicles. Park and hike in from there.The Juniper Dunes Wilderness is a 45-minute drive south and east of Pasco. This unique and protected area consists of a dry, blowing deposits of sand dunes. There are numerous plant and animal species, many of them threatened or endangered. Hiking is difficult and the area is difficult to access. To get the best information about getting there, contact the BLM in Pasco. You can also visit the Juniper Dunes Wilderness area site on the Washington Trails Association website, www.wta.org.The Cowiche Canyon Conservancy i... (Tri-City Herald)

Apr 13, 2017

Love wildflowers? 15 Mid-Columbia hikes you can try this spring | Tri ...

Columbia River north toward the Tri-Cities and west downriver. To get there take Interstate 182 east from the Tri-Cities toward Walla Walla. I-182 turns into Highway 12, and then, about 17 miles past Pasco, turn right at the junction with Highway 730. Go 1.8 miles. The Twin Sisters pullout is on the south side of the road. It includes a small parking area, but no facilities.The Rattlesnake Slope Wildlife Area Trail starts along the Yakima River at 400 feet elevation and goes 2.5 miles to 2,000 feet elevation. There are a variety of birds that inhabit the high desert prairie. This is another great hike for spring and early summer flowers. The trail goes for 2.5 miles out and back. From Richland, drive west on Interstate 82 to exit 96 for Benton City. After exiting, turn left and drive through Benton City. Continue north on State Route 225. At 7.3 miles from I-82, find a fenced parking area on the left (west) side of the highway. Washington Discover Pass required.The White Bluffs South Slope Trail, north of Pasco, is a fascinating hike along the Columbia River in the Hanford National Monument. The 8-mile loop trail traverses the Ringold Formation and offers spectacular views of the Columbia River and the white bluffs — the ancient river and lake bed sediments from the Columbia River system between 8.5 million and 3.4 million years ago. From I-182, take the Road 68 exit from Pasco and head north on Road 68 until you hit a “T” on Ringold Road. Make a left and follow it for a few miles until you reach a sign that tells you to turn left toward the Columbia River. Once at Ringold make a right and follow the gravel road north about 8 miles until you reach a sign that says no vehicles. Park and hike in from there.The Juniper Dunes Wilderness is a 45-minute drive south and east of Pasco. This unique and protected area consists of a dry, blowing deposits of sand dunes. There are numerous plant and animal species, many of them threatened or endangered. Hiking is difficult and the area is difficult to access. To get the best information about getting there, contact the BLM in Pasco. You can also visit the Juniper Dunes Wilderness area site on the Washington Trails Association website, www.wta.org.The Cowiche Canyon Conservancy is in Yakima, about 90 minutes west of Tri-Cities. This special park offers a 3.3-mile loop trail that features beautiful wild flowers and is good for all... (Tri-City Herald)

Feb 3, 2016

Henry "Nick" De La Cruz

Sesilee, Brother Joseph Amando De La Cruz. Sister Inez Banegas husband Paul, Uncle Gene Raineri, Brother-in-law Ronald Gonzales wife Cherry of Walla Walla Washington and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Family meant everything to Nick; he was an exceptional loving devoted husband, father, and grandfather. Nick was a member of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church where he attended daily mass. He also served at Adoration at Saint Brigid’s Chapel for 10 years. He was a strong believer and always felt he was in the Lords hands. Rosary service will be Thursday February 4th at 6:30 pm and mass will be on Friday February 5th at 10 am. Both will be held at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Hanford. The graveside service will follow at Calvary Cemetery. In Lieu of Flowers the family requests donations be made to The American Cancer Society or St Vincent DePaul. (Hanford Sentinel)

Feb 2, 2016

Denise Dale Minner March 10, 1956 – January 5, 2016

Denise Dale Minner was born in Walla Walla, Washington on March 10, 1956, and died January 5, 2016, at the Nebraska Medicine Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit in Omaha, Nebraska at the age of 59. Her heart condition was related to heavy doses of radiation with which she was treated for Hodgkin’s Lymphoma 35 years ago. She was also a breast cancer survivor.Denise spent the majority of her childhood years in Arlington, Kirkland, Issaquah, Auburn and Fall City, Washington. She attended Auburn Adventist Academy, Issaquah High School, Walla Walla College and graduated in 1978 from Pacific Union College in Angwin, CA. After college in the early 1980’s, she lived on a sunny farm near Fall City while working as a rare, female employee, milking cows at Sauvage Dairy.Denise was a deeply caring person, serving as a Registered Nurse since 1985 after earning her nursing degree at Southwestern Community College in Creston, Iowa. Over the years, she touched the lives of thousands of patients. Initially, she served as a social wor... (Monroe Monitor)

Dec 30, 2015

Northwest Wine: Best of the best from Platinum Judging

The alcohol is beautifully integrated, and the creamy, silky palate turns this into a sensual, luscious wine. (19.5% alc.) Walla Walla Vintners 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon, Walla Walla Valley, $38: This gorgeous Cab opens with subtle aromas of oak, dark cherry and spice, followed by flavors of black olive, black tea and dark fruit, all in a classic Bordeaux style. All of this is backed with beautifully handled tannins. (14.4% alc.) Northwest Cellars 2012 Carménère, Columbia Valley, $48: This Carménère — a rare red Bordeaux variety — balances the line between classic sweet herbs and opulent purple fruit. Aromas of violet, black pepper and black olive give way to flavors of spice and dark red fruit. (13.9% alc.) Zerba Cellars 2012 Cockburn Vineyard Dolcetto, Walla Walla Valley, $36: This Italian red opens with aromas of sandalwood, cranberry sauce and blackberry jam. On the palate, it’s a rich, delicious red with enticing flavors of Christmas spices, blueberry and cherry pipe tobacco. It concludes with a long, lingering finish. (14.5% alc.) Jones of Washington 2014 Pinot Gris, Ancient Lakes of Columbia Valley, $13: This luscious Pinot Gris offers aromas of white flowers and starfruit, followed by flavors of Key Lime pie and hints of pear that are balanced perfectly with bracing acidity. Pair this with grilled halibut, seared scallops or grilled chicken. (13.4% alc.) Legend Cellars NV Vincitore, Columbia Valley, $30: This off-dry vermouth from a young winery near Lake Chelan is created using Cabernet Franc, botanicals such as citrus and lavender, then fortified with brandy. It opens with aromas and flavors of chai spices, roasted hazelnut, cinnamon and plum. It is an unusual and delicious aperitif or after-dinner delight. (85 cases; 18.2% alc.) Dusted Valley Vintners 2012 Wallywood, Columbia Valley, $42: Here is a Syrah-based blend that pays homage to Dusted Valley's home in Walla Walla and tasting room in the Hollywood district of Woodinville, Wash. This gorgeous wine is a deep purple with aromas of blackberry, sweet herbs and hints of cured meat. On the palate, expect a full-throttle red with flavors of plum, spice, minerality and dark coffee. It’s a rich, complex, cellar-worthy wine. (15.2% alc.) Ryan Patrick Vineyards 2013 Ryan's Riesling, Columbia Valley, $12: This succulent Riesling offers aromas of pear, floral notes and ripe Ginger Gold apple. On the p... (Yakima Herald-Republic)