Deer Park, Washington, United States

Deer Park

Gazette

Local Writers, Local Photographers, Locally Owned

Six-word story: February 2021

Each month’s prompt will be in the newspaper and on Facebook.  Our favorite stories will be published the following month. Responses will be judged on creativity and the ability to communicate a story. Submit your six-word story by the 25th of each month.

Our last prompt was “Something Only Your Pets Know” Here are some of our favorites:

  • A morning ride awakens my heart. – Brianna M.
  • The tears that stain my face. – Arneth B.
  • Ruining the drapes, gets my attention. – Emilie M.
  • Quarantine? More treats, pettings…no privacy! – Sammi M.
  • Litterbox full! Must find a plant. – Henry M. 
  • Mouse in house? I got this. – Sheila M. 


For this month’s prompt, write a six-word story about: “Stranded On Desert Island”. Submit your six-word stories: 

  • On our Facebook page 
  • By email to [email protected] 
  • Six Word Stories – Deer Park Gazette
    PO Box 1581
    Deer Park, WA 99006
Featured Sponsor
Thank You For Your Support!

Related Articles

Deer Park Library Reopens With Limited Services

The Deer Park Library has reopened this week following a lengthy closure, but with limited services as repairs continue on its HVAC system. With outdoor temperatures still in the 90s, library staff will monitor conditions closely and may close early if indoor heat becomes unsafe.

Read More »

Slide Show: Fire District Reaches New Heights with Ladder 41

Deer Park Fire Department’s fleet has a powerful new tool which will provide faster response times and increased reach to emergency scenes across the district. Improved local preparedness levels are anticipated because Ladder 41 is an addition to the area, which has the potential for homeowners’ insurance savings.

Read More »

“A Single Sunbeam is Enough to Drive Away Many Shadows” ST Francis of Assisi

With a heavy heart we announce the death of our beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin and dear friend Susan G. Robideaux Emry. Susan was born April 18th, 1953, in Spokane, WA, to William and Reubie Robideaux. She went to join the Lord peacefully, in her sleep on August 5th, 2024, at her cherished home on Reflection Lake in Elk, WA. Susan grew up and rivaled her feisty, fun-loving, 5 brothers in Spokane, WA, where they performed musical skits for family friends. She attended Marycliff and Mead High Schools. She met her future husband, Brian (Bud) Emry, at a party and was instantly charmed when he tuned his harmonica in orange soda. Bud, in turn, was captivated by Susan’s party trick – reciting Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious backwards.

Read More »

New Loon Lake Library Opens, Creating A New Community Hub

The new Loon Lake Library building is transforming how residents use their local library. With more than four times the space of the old location, the library now accommodates larger programs, community gatherings, and remote work needs. Local fundraising and a variety of partnerships made the expansion possible.

Read More »

Share this!

Featured Sponsor
Thank You For Your Support!

Share this!

Featured Sponsor
Thank You For Your Support!

Read more news.

Six Word Story: April 2020

Each month’s prompt will be in the newspaper and on Facebook. Our favorite stories will be published the following month. Responses will be judged on creativity and the ability to communicate a story. Submit your six-word story by the 25th of each month.

Read More »

Read & Support The

Local news to keep you informed and entertained. The Deer Park Gazette is locally owned and operated. When you support the Deer Park Gazette, you support local writers and photographers.