Harnack rejoins Colfax news staff

Private First Class Olivia Harnack has returned to Free Press Publishing and the Whitman County Gazette after eight months of National Guard Army training.

Harnack graduated Advanced Individual Training on Thursday, March 9. She has resumed her role as a reporter.

Harnack, 20, is covering Whitman County news, including crime, government, business, people, sports and community activities.

“I am just really excited to return to the most beautiful state and start working again,” Harnack said.

“We’re delighted to have Olivia back with us in our Colfax office,” General Manager Justin Slayton said. “Her candor and rapport with locals and hard work on stories is reflected in every article she produces.”

Harnack joins Teresa Simpson on the newsdesk at The Gazette. Harnack is the daughter of Free Press Publisher Roger Harnack.

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