The Ritzville Adams County Journal - Eastern Adams County's Only Independent Voice Since 1887

RITZVILLE - More than 50 residents turned out Monday, May 29, to remember the reason for Memorial Day. During a solemn observance on a grassy knoll in Ritzville Memorial Cemetery,... — Updated 5/30/2023

- Editor's Note: This is the first in a three-part series on William 'Bill' Sager. Part 2 will publish June 7. RITZVILLE - For William "Bill" Sager hard times began early. His... — Updated 5/30/2023

Residents and visitors turned out early Memorial Day weekend to enjoy Pop-Up in the Park. The celebration included music, vendors and more. Weekend festivities opened with a street... — Updated 5/30/2023

125 Years Ago Adams County News June 1, 1898 Local and Personal Tromp Donald and his mother were in town Thursday. Don't you want a hair net? If so, call at the Model Millinery.... — Updated 5/30/2023

Mason Boyce, right, has graduated from the Washington State Corrections Academy. "We are excited to have him back with us," Adams County Sheriff Dale Wagner said last... — Updated 5/30/2023

YAKIMA – Senior Hayden Melcher brought home two medals Saturday from the state track and field meet at Zaepfel Field, setting the pace for the Broncos who reached the... — Updated 5/30/2023

Each school year comes to a close with graduation. The following week, juniors are finally considered seniors, even though technically they will need to wait until school starts at... — Updated 5/30/2023

YAKIMA – Having earned several medals, the St. John-Endicott/LaCrosse Eagles track team finished 12th in girls and 13th in boys at the state track meet Thursday through Saturday... — Updated 5/30/2023

Sophomore Carson Kubik sets a personal record in the 110-meter hurdles with a time of 20.97 during the regional track meet in Colfax. He finished 10th in the event.... — Updated 5/23/2023

SPOKANE – The Broncos girls fastpitch softball season came to an end Saturday, May 20, at the hands of a familiar foe. The Jenkins Cougars from Chewelah edged the local... — Updated 5/23/2023

As I was subbing at the school last week I overheard a conversation concerning the NBA playoffs. The young lads were talking about who they thought was the guy they would have... — Updated 5/23/2023

COLFAX – The Lind-Ritzville and St. John-Endicott/LaCrosse boys and girls track meets finished mid-pack-with several athletes earning state berths – at the 1B/2B District 7 and... — Updated 5/23/2023

The Lind-Ritzville/Sprague Broncos track team hosted the district meet May 9. Pictured, Bronco freshman Aidan miller throws the discuss 83 feet 9 inches to finish... — Updated 5/16/2023

In a victory for private property owners, the U.S. Supreme Court rejected the “significant nexus” test in its Sackett v EPA ruling. The ruling changes how “waters of the... — Updated 5/30/2023

Washington state Gov. Jay Inslee is busy signing bills. I think he should start putting his John Hancock on apology letters to former state workers who were terminated because of... — Updated 5/30/2023

Although New Zealand and Washington are located a half-a-world apart, they have lots in common---beautiful seashores, majestic mountains, crystal clear streams and lakes, and... — Updated 5/23/2023

An “aha” moment – a time when make that brilliant “I’m going to do it” decision. I got mine after reading “Lone Survivor” by Marcus Luttrell and studying up on my... — Updated 5/23/2023

Washington state Gov. Jay Inslee is busy signing bills. I think he should start putting his John Hancock on apology letters to former state workers who were terminated because of... — Updated 5/16/2023

The state Legislature is headed back to Olympia this week for a special session specifically to deal with the prospect of all drugs becoming legal July 1. Sen. Mark Schoesler,... — Updated 5/16/2023

Beef Day is the second-best day of the legislative session, next to the last day. Probably the best news about the 2023 legislative session is that we adjourned on time, although... — Updated 5/9/2023

Some would argue that spring is the most wonderful time of the year in Washington. Throughout our state fruit trees blossom, vibrant tulip fields bloom, and colorful lentils... — Updated 5/9/2023

Young and old, man and animal, filled Third Street in Harrington for the 11th Annual Car Show on Saturday, May 20. In addition to cars - that ranged from pre-1920s to modern rigs -... — Updated 5/30/2023

Hundred's turnout out for the annual Memorial Day Firemen's Breakfast. At right, volunteers , from left, Dave McCormick, Brian Doyle and Mark Cameron serve... — Updated 5/30/2023

The Othello Police Department game the Royal Rangers Troop No. 399 a tour of law enforcement facilities on May 24. The students learned about working... — Updated 5/30/2023

Residents dance to the tunes of Big Dawg and the Howlers, led by frontman Cory Bartlett, during a street dance Friday night downtown outside the Eagles... — Updated 5/30/2023

Othello Police Department staff spent May 17 teaching youngster at Latacaga Dual Language Elementary School kindergarteners about law enforcement. School Resource Officer Sgt.... — Updated 5/23/2023

RITZVILLE – Cub Scouts from Pack No. 73 are doing their part to beautify the city. On May 1, the scouts planted trees to improve the city's aesthetic. "These kids worked hard... — Updated 5/16/2023

Billie Jean Coleman Forbes Nov. 12, 1942 – May 17, 2023 We are sad to announce the passing of Billie Jean Coleman Forbes of Lind, Wash. Billie was born Nov. 12, 1942 in Yakima... — Updated 5/23/2023

Beverly Marie (Heinemann) Scherr Jan. 11, 1947 – Mar. 8, 2023 Beverly Marie (Heinemann) Scherr, 76, formerly of Odessa, Wash. passed away March 8, 2023. She was born on Jan. 11,... — Updated 5/23/2023

Lenora Jean Hirning Weise July 14, 1936 – May 9, 2023 Lenora Jean Hirning Weise, 86, of Newport, Wash., peacefully passed away on May 9, 2023. Jean was born on July 14, 1936 to... — Updated 5/16/2023

Delmar Laib Feb. 22, 1934 – May 3, 2023 Delmar George Laib was born Feb. 22, 1934 in Warden, WA to Edward and Emma (Stoller) Laib. Delmar passed in the evening of Wednesday, May... — Updated 5/9/2023

Gerald "Jerry" Roy Crossler Aug. 22, 1940 – Apr. 13, 2023 Gerald "Jerry" Roy Crossler passed away peacefully on April 13, 2023 with his daughters by his side. He was born on Aug.... — Updated 5/2/2023

Lavonne Saunders Jan. 28, 1947 – Apr. 22, 2023 Lavonne Saunders was born to Gale and Cleo David on Jan. 28, 1947, in Spokane. She passed away on April 22, 2023. Lavonne met Don... — Updated 5/2/2023

Stephen "Steve" Mosbrucker Sept. 2, 1943 – Apr. 5, 2023 Stephen "Steve" Mosbrucker, age 79, passed away on April 5, 2023. The Mosbrucker family sadly shares the passing of Steve... — Updated 4/18/2023