Neighbors of Ellensburg

05/14/2025

👏 Huge thanks to Principal Haley Naboychik for her passion and commitment to making Big Picture High School a safe, welcoming place where students can truly learn and thrive.

Changing the system—and how people see it—isn’t easy. It takes persistence, creativity, and heart. Haley leads with all three.

💡 At Big Picture, learning looks different for everyone. The school stands out for offering out-of-the-box opportunities tailored to students’ needs. There's always room to grow, and Principal Naboychik is dedicated to stretching the learning environment to better serve her students.

🙌 She also welcomes community involvement! If you have a skill, talent, or trade you'd love to share, reach out to Haley and learn how you can be part of something meaningful.

Thank you again Principal Naboychik!!

03/15/2025

A heartfelt thank you to Tori Yaap for sharing a glimpse into her family history and deep connection to our beautiful Ellensburg! Tori and Bob have raised their three children in the valley, creating cherished memories in the same place where Tori's great-great-grandmother, Mary Ellen Shoudy, once walked these very streets. This meaningful connection comes through Tori’s mother, Janet Shoudy Warford. We truly appreciate Tori for sharing her story and honoring the rich history of Ellensburg as we celebrate Women's History Month in March... Thank you Tori!

02/21/2025

A BIG thank you to Maureen Helgeson for helping us celebrate Marjory! For our February issue—the month of love—we wanted to honor Marjory Helgeson on her incredible 100th birthday. Cherishing our loved ones and their milestones is so important, and Marjory’s special day was truly one to remember. Surrounded by family, she was celebrated with love at Avista Senior Living, making this milestone even more meaningful.

01/25/2025

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01/15/2025

Zoe Trudeau is such an incredible young lady! Linda Hamilton, with Potonuvo, and I had an amazing time with her during our recent photoshoot—her vibrant spirit and energy truly shine. She is a gem!
Her life isn’t your typical Ellensburg story, as you’ll read in our January feature story. We’ve highlighted Zoe as an athlete, a student, and someone with remarkable accomplishments thus far. Her determination and grit are truly inspiring and will undoubtedly lead her to incredible places. I can’t wait to see where life takes her next and the amazing things she’ll achieve.
Thank you, Zoe, for sharing your story with our readers. You’re a wonderful example to people of all ages and a powerful reminder of the vast opportunities out there. We are all small fish in a very big ocean of possibilities.
Keep chasing your dreams, Zoe!

12/14/2024

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12/03/2024

Captain Cameron Clasen of the Ellensburg Police Department and Firefighter/EMT Kyle Anderson with Kittitas Valley Fire and Rescue have shown exceptional dedication in ensuring the ongoing success of the annual Kittitas County Shop with a Cop and Firefighter program. This initiative brings the community together to spread joy and provide support to children during the holiday season.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all our first responders for the incredible work you do—not just during special events but year-round. Your commitment to serving and protecting our community is truly appreciated. Thank you for making a difference!

05/16/2024

Ruth Harrington - a force to be reckoned with! Her years of dedication with the CWU Luncheon Scholarship program have left an indelible mark on our community, for which many are immensely grateful. Ruth's genuine passion for fundraising and nurturing connections, one meal at a time, has been nothing short of extraordinary… she has touched so many lives! Ruth, it was an honor to share your story with our readers. As you embark on this new chapter in your life, we wish you nothing but the very best in retirement.

04/19/2024

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to Jerimarie and Daphni Jo for graciously sharing their story. Collaborating with you both has been an absolute honor. We wish you all the best on this year's fundraiser!
For those eager to join the plant fundraiser on Mother’s Day, we encourage you to connect with Daphni Jo on her personal page, Fundraising For Daphni Jo Irby