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Set amidst bountiful rolling hills blanketed with wheat, barley and peas, Waitsburg was pioneered in the early 19th century. Lewis and Clark passed through this area in 1806 on the return from their historical expedition. Years later, along the banks of the Touchet
River, the first grist mill was established to serve farmers in the area. The enterprising owner of that mill, Sylvester M. Wait, was honored as Waitsburg's namesake when the town was founded in 1865.
Stability is a key to life here. The railroad that was built in 1881 continues to run today. The city government was organized that same year. Currently, it is the only city in
the state of Washington which still operates under the terms of its Territorial Charter. In 1878, the Waitsburg Times newspaper began publication. Readers have delighted in the weekly ever since. |
