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Summer Author Series continues at Ritzville Library
The East Adams Library District (EALD) hosted an author reading featuring author Betsy Dickinson at the Ritzville Public Library on Aug. 18 as part of the library’s Summer Author... — Updated 8/23/2018
The Victorian B&B provides alternative lodging option in Ritzville
The Victorian Bed and Breakfast, located at 105 South Division Street, provides guests with an opportunity to stay in a Victorian-era home close to downtown Ritzville. Housed in a... — Updated 8/23/2018
County Commissioners receive Bruce Transfer Station update
The Adams County Commissioners received an update on operations at the Bruce Transfer Station, located outside of Othello, on Aug. 13. Public Works Director Todd O’Brien said the transfer station resumed accepting residential sol... — Updated 8/16/2018
Area fire departments respond to wildland fires
Adams County fire protection districts had another busy week as departments responded to multiple fires last week. On Aug. 9, the Lind Fire Department responded to a field fire on Providence Road, outside of Lind town limits, at... — Updated 8/16/2018
Planning Commission modifies fence ordinance
The Ritzville Planning Commission voted to remove section 11.115.030, from the city’s Fence code at the Aug. 8 meeting. Commission Chairman Stephen McFadden explained the commission decided to remove the section, referred to as... — Updated 8/16/2018
Ritzville City Council approves wage increase requests
During the Aug. 7 meeting, the Ritzville City Council approved the updated 2018 wage scale, and wage increases for part-time employees at the Ritzville Police Department. In June, Ritzville Police Chief Dave McCormick proposed a... — Updated 8/16/2018
Australian couple tours Schoesler Farms during harvest
Some people travel from different areas in the United States to watch wheat harvest in Adams County. Harvey and Alison Monssen, they came all the way from the Ballarat, Victoria,... — Updated 8/16/2018 Full story
Mi Jalisco opens in downtown Ritzville
Residents flocked to 214 West Main Avenue on Aug. 8 for the opening of Mi Jalisco, a new Mexican food restaurant in downtown Ritzville. Mi Jalisco is the newest restaurant to open... — Updated 8/16/2018
The Retail Coach provides data, advice for local business owners
Businesses owners and elected officials from Lind and Ritzville attended an independent retail workshop on July 31 at the Washington State University Extension Office. The workshop, sponsored by Adams County, the City Ritzville... — Updated 8/9/2018
Commissioners receive update on truck, transfer station fires
At the Aug. 6 meeting, the Adams County Commissioners received updates on the two fires involving Public Works property. One of the incidents related to a semi-trailer transporting municipal solid waste that had caught fire in... — Updated 8/9/2018 Full story
Area youth learn about space travel from NASA Ambassador
Local youth had the opportunity to learn about space travel during a presentation from National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Ambassador Joe Bruce on Aug. 2 at the... — Updated 8/9/2018
County Commissioners approve rental rates, grant application
The Adams County Commissioners approved several items at the July 30 meeting, including a resolution adopting the equipment rental rates for 2018. County Engineer Scott Yaeger explained the proposed rates for 2018 were calculated... — Updated 8/2/2018 Full story
Local departments fight fires, assist with collision
Adams County first responders had a busy week responding to fires and an auto collision in the area. On July 25, multiple Adams County Fire Protection Districts responded to a standing wheat fire south of Providence Road, near... — Updated 8/2/2018 Full story
Adams County to submit projects for RAP funding
During the July 23 meeting, the Adams County Commissioners provided a consensus for project recommendations from Public Works staff members for the 2019-2021 Rural Arterial Program (RAP) funding application. According to the RAP... — Updated 7/26/2018
Ritzville Council approves 2019-2024 TIP, comprehensive plan
At the July 17 meeting, the Ritzville City Council approved a resolution to adopt the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for 2019-2024. During the public hearing, Council Member Scott Yaeger noted six of the seven... — Updated 7/26/2018 Full story
Ritzville City Council to submit 2018 TIB funding application
The City of Ritzville is preparing to submit seven projects to the Washington State Transportation Improvement Board (TIB) for grant funding. The Ritzville City Council voted to authorize Mayor Gary Cook to sign the TIB Preliminary... — Updated 7/26/2018
Adams County Fair changes to Othello Fair
The Adams County Fair scheduled for Sept. 12-15 will be officially going under a new name, the Othello Fair with the theme of “Cowboy Boots and Family Roots.” The Othello Fair Association, formerly the Adams County Fair... — Updated 7/26/2018
Cyclist races through Ritzville on a cross-country ride to raise awareness for rare skin disorder
Robb Freed spent the day and evening at the Best Western Bronco Inn in Ritzville on July 19. The next day, he left on his bike, Rowan, and began the ride to Spokane. The City of Rit... — Updated 7/26/2018 Full story
Adams County Public Works Department establishes maintenance worker apprenticeship program
The Adams County Public Works Department is currently creating a maintenance worker apprenticeship program. Public Works Director Todd O’Brien said the department has been working on creating the program since the beginning of... — Updated 7/19/2018
Lind to begin interview process for engineering consultants
The Lind Town Council is a step closer to selecting an engineering firm for consultation services. During the July 10 Town Council meeting, Mayor Paula Bell said the applicants for the engineering consultants were narrowed down to... — Updated 7/19/2018 Full story
EALD begins summer author readings with Tri-Cities writer
The East Adams Library District hosted an author reading with Tri-Cities author Al Haggerty on July 16 at the Ritzville Public Library. During the event, Haggerty read the prologue... — Updated 7/19/2018 Full story
Palouse Falls Inn celebrates one year of operation
People traveling through the Town of Washtucna and want a place to rest for the night or spend the weekend can reserve a room at the Palouse Falls Inn Bed and Breakfast. Palouse Fal... — Updated 7/19/2018
Commissioners approve proposal for Sheriff’s substation project, discuss seal-coat progress
The Adams County Board of Commissioners approved a proposal from Garland/Design-Build Solutions Inc. and Paint Crafters Plus Inc. for roofing material purposes and services for the Adams County Sheriff’s substation at the July 9... — Updated 7/12/2018
Ritzville City Council approves grant assistance agreement
During the July 3 meeting, the Ritzville City Council voted 4-0 to authorize Mayor Gary Cook to sign an agreement with the Washington State Department of Commerce (Commerce) for grant assistance regarding the City’s... — Updated 7/12/2018
Schafers honored as grand marshals for 2018 Washtucna Fourth of July parade
Grand Marshals Kim and Judy Schafer smiled and waved to fellow Washtucna residents as they rode in a convertible down Main Street during the Washtucna Fourth of July Parade. After... — Updated 7/12/2018 Full story