Prosser Memorial Health is excited to announce the opening of the new Dermatology Center in Benton City led by Board Certified Dermatologist, Dr. Nicola Nylander. Dr. Nylander received her BS in Biology from Baylor University and her MD from John Hopkins University. She also boasts residencies, and a title of Chief Resident, from the University of Washington. She also has professional affiliations with the American Academy of Dermatology, Washington State Medical Association, and the American Medical Association. While Dr. Nylander came to be in dermatology all by coincidence, she has fallen in love with the problem-solving and artistic aspects of the practice. She sees every appointment as an opportunity to not only treat the patient’s skin, but also educate them on how they can care for their skin. For her, medical and cosmetic dermatology is more than skin disease and vanity; it is a form of matching how you feel internally to how you present externally. Dr. Nylander enjoys reading and traveling, and likes to spend her free time outdoors, mountain climbing, hiking, and in the water. Dr. Nylander will be adding her 20+ years of experience to Prosser Memorial Health’s Dermatology Center, providing a full spectrum of medical and cosmetic dermatology services. Some of her services include general dermatology, cosmetic dermatology, treatment of skin cancers, BOTOX and injectables, laser hair removal, and more. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 509.588.4555 or visit prosserhealth.org.
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Yakima’s 60th annual Sunfair Parade is back and better than ever! The much-loved parade is scheduled to return to Yakima Avenue on September 25th.
The Grand Marshal for this year’s parade will be Deputy Mayor Holly Cousens. Holly was selected by the Sunfair Parade board for her tireless work on the parade for the past 8 years and to celebrate her last year serving as the board president. “The parade would not be happening without the effort that she has put into it this year.” Said John Walden, Sunfair Parade Board member. “I see Holly as a super volunteer, who gives selflessly on a regular basis. It is this big heart that is so selfless, that I feel makes her a great fit as this years’ Grand Marshal.” This year’s parade will begin at 10 a.m. and follow the same route as previous years, starting at the corner of 16th and Yakima Ave and winding its way down Yakima Ave to Naches Ave. Judging will take place in the parade staging area from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. The parade will be streamed live this year on Facebook from Yakima Federal Savings and Loan’s Facebook page located at Facebook.com/YakFed or in Spanish on Azteca TV Channel 32.1 KYPK and Spectrum cable channel 888. Area businesses, schools or organizations wishing to participate may pick up an application at any Yakima Federal Savings and Loan, Ron’s Coins & Collectables, the Yakima Chamber of Commerce or on the parade’s Facebook page. Deadline for entry is Midnight, Friday September 17, 2021. Those with questions about the parade may e-mail them to: [email protected] Yakima Federal Savings and Loan is headquartered in Yakima, WA. and has been in business since 1905. With 2 billion dollars in assets, the association is the 10th largest Washington-based FDIC insured financial institution. Washington State University Tri-Cities is partnering with the Port of Benton to offer wine and culinary education at the newly reopened Walter Clore Wine and Culinary Center in Prosser, Washington.
The Clore Center was established in 2014 as the result of a $2 million grant from the Federal Economic Development Administration. It was named in honor of Walter Clore, who is largely known as the “Father of Washington wine.” The 15,000-square-foot facility features a tasting room, event space and educational center to teach individuals about Washington’s storied wine and agriculture industries. As part of the new partnership, WSU Tri-Cities will offer seminars, events and coursework at the facility for both WSU Tri-Cities students and the public under its continuing education and workforce development programs. WSU Tri-Cities will also lead the curatorial direction and display of Clore’s historical wine archive at the center as part of its Washington Wine History Initiative. “WSU’s alignment with regional wine and culinary education is indisputable and we’re delighted to take this next step with them in ensuring Dr. Clore’s memory is honored.” Diahann Howard, PPM® Port of Benton Executive Director Reopening of the Clore Center In December 2020, the previous operator of the Clore Center was forced to close the center’s doors as a result of difficulties resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. Given WSU Tri-Cities’ established programs in wine science, wine and beverage business management and hospitality business management, representatives from the Port of Benton reached out to WSU Tri-Cities to see if the university would be interested in providing educational programming at the center focusing on wine and agriculture. “The Walter Clore Wine and Culinary Center is a true gem for not only the regional wine industry, but for the extensive Washington wine industry state-wide and beyond,” she said. “We are elated to offer programming that will not only educate individuals about the history of Washington state wine, but also provide sensory and other hands-on experiences that will allow individuals to do a deep dive into all that Washington wine has to offer.” Chancellor Sandra Haynes, WSU Tri-Cities Educational programming led by WSU Tri-Cities Byron Marlowe, WSU Tri-Cities associate professor of hospitality and wine and beverage business management and Don Smith Distinguished Professor, will oversee educational programming at the center. He brings a wealth of knowledge in wine, culinary and hospitality business management. He recently returned home after teaching and completing research at the IMC University of Applied Sciences in Austria as part of the Fulbright Program, where he studied best practices for winery tasting room experiences that can be applied throughout the world. Educational programming began at the center with students completing sensory components for the WSU Wine and Beverage Business Management Certificate. Additional educational opportunities, including those open to the public, will be available, soon. As programming becomes available, more information will be posted about offerings and opportunities to engage with the Walter Clore Wine and Culinary Center on its new website at www.clorecenter.org. Mid-Columbia Meals on Wheels, a program of Senior Life Resources, presents OktoberFeast 2021. OktoberFeast drive-thru event will feature to-go bags that will have an OktoberFeast dinner of German sausage, sauerkraut, German potato salad, red cabbage slaw, soft-baked pretzel braid, and Black Forest cake. The meal comes with choice of Ice Harbor beer or root beer. In addition, participants will receive a collectible t-shirt and commemorative OktoberFeast glass. Drive-Thru will be available Thursday, September 30 from 4-6 pm, Friday, October 1 from 4-6 pm, and Saturday, October 2 from 11-1 pm at Meals on Wheels Fowler Campus, 1824 Fowler Street, Richland. Meals on Wheels keeps seniors in their homes living independently by providing hot nutritious meals to homebound clients, keeping them healthy and providing a sense of security. Meals are provided on a donation-only basis. No senior is turned away due to inability to donate. All proceeds will be used to provide meals to local seniors. Registration can be found at https://www.raceentry.com/oktoberfeast/race-information. To learn more about Mid-Columbia Meals on Wheels, visit www.seniorliferesources.org. The Greater Yakima Chamber of Commerce awarded Leanne Antonio of Yakima Federal Savings and Loan CEO of the Year at their annual awards ceremony Thursday, September 9th, 2021. Chelsea Snodgrass, CEO of the Central Washington Homebuilders Association, was also honored with the award which had been decided in a tie-vote. A Greater Yakima Area Chamber member for over 100 years, Yakima Federal Savings and Loan received the award for Member of the Year at the same ceremony. Antonio started her career with Yakima Federal in 1981 as a teller, ultimately being promoted to President and CEO in 2016. She is a graduate of the American Bankers Association Stonier Graduate School of Banking and Wharton Leadership program at the University of Pennsylvania. Leanne serves on the board of the Yakima Rotary Trust, the Memorial Foundation and is on the Board of the Community Bankers of Washington and Impact Capital, a Washington-based Community Development Financial Institution. Yakima Federal Savings and Loan is headquartered in Yakima, WA. and has been in business since 1905. With over 2 billion dollars in assets, the association is the 11th largest Washington-based FDIC insured financial institution. The winner of the Xtreme Bulls event in Pendleton this year will get a prize that no other bull rider in the series will get – a custom handcrafted Hamley saddle. With this year being the first for the Xtreme Bulls tour to come to Pendleton, local organizers wanted to make a mark and the best way to do that was to feature the crafters that help make Pendleton famous. “This was a new opportunity to showcase a custom saddle made by Hamley’s,” explained Pat Reay, member of the Pendleton Round-Up Board of Directors. Reay emphasized that the Round-Up has had a longstanding relationship with Hamley & Co. so organizers were excited to approach management with a proposal. Working with Wildhorse Resort & Casino who manages Hamley & Co., a deal was quickly made. Hamley Saddle Shop began carefully crafting saddles not long after opening their store in Pendleton in 1905. The store remains in its original location today. Hamley saddles gained an outstanding reputation throughout the US, and eventually worldwide, for exceptional quality and attention to detail. Hamley & Co. became known throughout the west as the maker of “the finest saddles man could ride”. Hamley crafters invented the best working saddle with the Hamley Wade, made in various styles utilizing a “slick fork” saddle tree. In 1919, Hamley produced the modified Association saddle as a solution to better anchor bronc riders to their horses. This same saddle is still used today in rodeo competitions. The custom Hamley saddle made for the Xtreme Bulls event is a roper style on a Buster Welch tree. Experienced saddle maker Alan Dewey chose a floral pattern known as the “Sheridan” pattern which was made popular by legendary saddle maker Don King of Wyoming. Dewey added one of his favorite touches – an ostrich leather seat that adds a bit of flair to what is an important tool to any hard working cowboy. In total, Dewey put over 100 hours into making the saddle. Dewey has been crafting saddles for 48 years and began making saddles for Hamley & Co. in 2005. Although he attempted retirement several years ago, his excellent reputation for his craft won’t allow him to completely exit saddle making. Besides making saddles for Hamley & Co., Dewey has a long list of loyal customers. He recently made an eleventh saddle for one customer and says a Texas fan of his work owns six. “When you have people like that that have treated you right for several years, you can’t say no,” Dewey declared. One of Dewey’s reasons for making the Hamley saddle for this event was because Pendleton Round-Up is unique in that it still awards handcrafted custom saddles to competitors, something simply not done at other rodeos. “It’s kind of a pride thing,” said Dewey. Hamley & Co. has been a proud supporter of the Pendleton Round-Up since 1910. Original owner J.J. Hamley was an enthusiastic supporter of the cowboy competition and helped launch what is now a world-famous event. Hamley & Co. operations are managed by Wildhorse Resort & Casino, bringing to the table 25 years of successful business experience in food and beverage, retail, entertainment, and hospitality. Wildhorse and Hamley & Co. are owned by the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (CTUIR). Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner, Zach Garland, Joins Prosser Memorial Health’s Prosser Clinic9/13/2021 It brings us joy to watch the Prosser Memorial Team continue to grow, and we are happy to welcome ARNP Zach Garland to the Prosser Clinic. Zach received his AD in Nursing from Columbia Basin College, BS in Nursing from Western Governor’s University, and went on to receive his MS in Nursing from Maryville University. He has had affiliations with the Association of Student Nurses, the Multicultural Club of WSU Tri-Cities, and the Associated Students of WSU Tri-Cities, and he is presently a member of the Columbia River Practitioner Association.
You may also recognize Zach from his previous positions in various local healthcare facilities, including Kadlec Regional Medical Center, Oasis Physical Therapy, and Prosser Memorial Health. Zach’s first language is English, but he is actively working to become fluent in Spanish to be able to communicate more efficiently with patients and the community. A Tri-Cities native, he is excited to work with the welcoming and kind team at the Prosser clinic. Some of Zach’s interests include movies, hiking, and traveling. He also enjoys spending time with his three dogs and making dinner for his family. Zach provides a variety of family medicine services including wellness and well-child exams, immunizations, and preventative health care. He is now accepting new patients. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 509.786.1576 or visit prosserhealth.org. Casino
Bingo – Bingo is back at Wildhorse Resort & Casino! Tickets are on sale now for the return of the $40,000 Bingo Special that takes place in October. This is a paper-only event with twenty games per day. Seating is limited and you can only buy in at the door if tickets are available. Go to wildhorseresort.com for details and to purchase tickets. Poker – The poker room at Wildhorse Resort & Casino is open and offers Omaha and Texas Hold ’em Limit or No-Limit. Tournaments take place each week starting at 6:30pm Tuesday through Friday and 1pm Saturday and Sunday. See rules and schedules at wildhorseresort.com. Wildhorse Family FunPlex/Quaking Aspens Lanes Did you know that the sport of bowling dates back about 4000 years? The Greeks and Romans knew that bowling can increase muscle strength and tone, relieve stress and improve your social life. And now you know, too, so what are you waiting for? Registration for fall bowling leagues is open now. Leagues begin in September and continue through May. League meetings take place the first day of each league at 6:30pm. Monday Night Men’s League (4 person teams) will start Monday night September 20th at 7pm. Tuesday Night Ladies League (4 person teams) will start Tuesday night September 21st at 7pm. Wednesday Scratch Trio (3 person teams) will start Wednesday Night September 22nd at 7pm. Thursday Mixed Handicap (4 person teams) will start Thursday Night September 23rd at 7pm. To sign up go to wildhorseresort.com, call 541-966-1690, or email [email protected]. Limited openings available so reserve early! Retail Hamley Western Store – With your ticket to any Pendleton Round-Up event, you’ll receive a coupon for a free gift at Hamley Western Store. Receive a free leather hat band when you purchase a new hat valued at $75 or more by September 19, 2021. Round-Up and Hamley’s – a great match since 1910. Visit Hamley Western Store at 30 SE Court Avenue in the heart of downtown Pendleton. Dining Discounts on dining at Wildhorse – When you purchase your tickets for Pendleton Round-Up or Xtreme Bulls events, keep your tickets! You’ll find a coupon for 20% off dining at many Wildhorse venues from September 10-19. Use your discount at Plateau, Traditions, Wildhorse Sports Bar, Wild Roast, both golf grills, Burgers & More, and Ice Cream & Pastries. Plateau Fine Dining – Plateau is open for dining Wednesday through Sunday, 4pm to close, and reservations are required. To make your reservation, call 541-966-1610. Go to wildhorseresort.com to view or download Plateau’s menu. Traditions – Traditions mouth-watering Chef Experience family style dinners continue in September and they have become a favorite of customers! With ample portions, delicious entrees, sides and desserts, you will be happy that there are leftovers to enjoy another day. Dinner themes are Thursday – Low Country Seafood Boil, Friday – Fish Fry, Saturday – Prime Rib, and Sunday – Down Home BBQ. These specialty dinners are available from 4pm to 9pm while supplies last. Traditions is open for dine-in or take-out for breakfast, 7am-10:30am. Dinner is take-out only, 4pm-9pm. Lunch from the Traditions menu is currently served in the Sports Bar. Visit wildhorseresort.com for menus and details. Hamley Steakhouse and Saloon – Hamley Steakhouse and Saloon is open and serves only USDA Prime quality beef. That means every steak is top quality! Chris from Spokane recently gave Hamley Steakhouse a 5-star review and said “Excellent food, outstanding service. Steak was cooked perfectly.” Come see for yourself why this restaurant is consistently so good! Current dining room hours are 5pm to 8pm, Tuesday through Saturday; Saloon opens at 4pm. Go to Hamley.com to learn more. Hamley Café – Hamley Café is open for indoor dining and takeout. Pick up your favorite breakfast burrito or pastry on your way to work. A tasty coffee beverage made the way you like it will keep you going throughout the day. Grab a hot, hearty lunch that keeps you satisfied all afternoon. Open Tuesday through Saturday, 8am to 4pm. View the café menu at hamley.com. Golf Golf Course at Birch Creek – Every Wednesday in September is Senior Day at the Golf Course at Birch Creek. Golfers 55 and over get a cart for $15 and pay only a $20 greens fee. Every Monday in September is Military Monday at the Golf Course at Birch Creek. Active duty military and veterans get a cart for $15 and pay only a $20 greens fee. Every Monday through Thursday after 1pm, golfers can enjoy a special golf package that includes nine holes of golf, a cart, a burger and a brew for only $30 at the Golf Course at Birch Creek. What a fabulous way to spend a late summer afternoon! Call 541-966-1655 for more information or go to birchcreekgolfcourse.com. Wildhorse Golf Course – Every Tuesday and Thursday in September is Senior Day at Wildhorse Golf Course. Golfers 55 and over get a cart for $15 and pay only a $25 greens fee. Ever Monday in September is Military Monday at Wildhorse Golf Course. Active duty military and veterans get a cart for $15 and pay only a $25 greens fee. Every Monday through Thursday after 1pm, golfers can enjoy a special golf package that includes nine holes of golf, a cart, a burger and a brew for only $35 at Wildhorse Golf Course. A fun way to get exercise, a delicious meal, and a fantastic deal! For more information go to wildhorseresort.com/resort/golf/ or call 541-276-5588. City of Kennewick: 9/11 Memorial at the Southridge Complex – Remembrance Ceremony 10:30-11:00am9/8/2021 With the upcoming 20th anniversary of September 11, 2001, we wanted to remind our community of the 9-11 memorial located at the Southridge Sports & Events Complex in Kennewick. We encourage our citizens to come and visit the memorial to remember the events of September 11 and those who sacrificed their lives and continue to do so for our safety, security, and freedom.
There will be a formal ceremony in remembrance of September 11, 2001 held at the memorial from 10:30-11:00am on Saturday, September 11. Congressman Dan Newhouse will be the keynote speaker. 9/11 Memorial Background - The City of Kennewick was one of only a few communities throughout the entire United States that received a piece of steel from the World Trade Center and we are extremely proud to have this memorial in Kennewick. It is an important symbol to gather at on this solemn day and it stands proudly throughout the year to greet those who enter our southern gateway. For many it has also become a destination point and we continue to receive numerous compliments and comments expressing appreciation that this memorial is accessible to our residents and visitors. Lampson International worked in conjunction with the City of Kennewick and the Port Authorities of New York and New Jersey to facilitate the monument's transfer and fabrication. The memorial quickly grew in to a community-wide volunteer project that had numerous local businesses and residents working in partnership and donating generously. The three-ton, 35-foot-tall monument was dedicated on September 11, 2011. Trios Health recently published its community benefit report for the 2020 calendar year. The annual report showcases the broad scope of the hospital’s contributions to the Tri-Cities community and illustrates the many ways the organization contributes to the physical and economic health of the communities it serves – an investment which became even more essential in a historic year.
“Our mission of Making Communities Healthier has always been central to the integral role we play in the Tri-Cities,” says John Solheim, chief executive officer (CEO) of Trios Health. “But as the COVID-19 pandemic began to impact our region, our mission became even more critical. As part of LifePoint Health – a national healthcare network that provided quality care for more than 20,000 COVID-19 patients in 2020, including those in our own communities – Trios Health was able to continue our legacy of quality care and community leadership, protect and enhance the health of our neighbors and continue creating places where people – like you – choose to come for care. We achieved this despite the challenges of the past year thanks to the hard work and commitment of our wonderful team of providers, employees and volunteers, and the support of those we serve.” Trios Health’s 2020 community benefit report showcases its continued focus on meeting the region’s evolving healthcare needs through welcoming new providers, adding and expanding service lines and continually investing in its facilities and care technology. In 2020 alone, Trios Health added 72 employed, affiliated, telehealth and temporary providers in cardiology, critical care, emergency medicine, neurology, obstetrics and gynecology, radiology, urgent care, urology and more; and made more than $3.3 million in capital improvements, including expanded endoscopy capabilities and new urology and interventional pain medicine services. Additionally, a donation of nearly $13 million in health services to those in need demonstrates the hospital’s ongoing commitment to ensuring access to care for everyone, regardless of their ability to pay. Trios Health is also dedicated to creating places where physicians want to practice and employees want to work. In 2020, the hospital distributed more than $87 million in salaries, wages and benefits for its approximately 950 employees, and provided more than $160,000 in professional development and tuition assistance to help its staff grow professionally and expand their expertise and experience to continue finding newer and better ways to care for patients. This year’s annual report also highlights how Trios Health’s role as a leader in the communities it serves extends far beyond the physical walls of its facilities in tangible and meaningful ways. Last year, the organization paid $14,553,262 in local and state taxes, demonstrating its dedication to fiscal responsibility, being a good community partner and supporting the economic health of the Tri-Cities. Additionally, the hospital is proud to be able to continue to support local activities and organizations in myriad ways, including United Way of Benton & Franklin Counties, United Way Festival of Trees, Chaplaincy Healthcare, Family Expo, Senior Times Expo, and Southridge Sports Complex. “We are grateful to call the Tri-Cities home and are proud to contribute to its economic and physical well-being in all the ways that we do,” said Solheim. “We are also incredibly thankful for and encouraged by the support our communities have shown us over the course of this historic year. As we look to the future, we are inspired to further enhance how we serve our neighbors today and in the bright days and years ahead.” Trios Health’s complete 2020 community benefit report is available here. |
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