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Ritzville City Council discusses creation of mural ordinance
The Ritzville City Council discussed Ordinance No. 2017 regarding establishing regulations of murals within the city limits during the regular meeting on Tuesday, June 22. The document states organizations have inquired about... — Updated 6/29/2017 Full story
Kindra’s Coffee Bar opens in downtown Lind
Lind community members can escape the summer heat with a refreshing beverage when they stop at Kindra’s Coffee Bar. Family owned and operated, Kindra Haase manages the local s... — Updated 6/29/2017
Mayor Schmunk updates Lind Council on marijuana moratorium
The Lind Town Council discussed scheduling a public meeting for community members to voice their opinions about the marijuana moratorium during the regular meeting on Tuesday, June 13. Mayor Jamie Schmunk said she contacted Adams... — Updated 6/22/2017
Police Chief provides update to Ritzville City Council
Ritzville Police Chief Dave McCormick provided a department update for the previous month during the Ritzville City Council meeting on June 6. The department assisted the Lincoln County Police Department in serving search warrants... — Updated 6/15/2017 Full story
Man walking across the U.S. promotes healthy living
Many visitors pass through Ritzville each day, whether it is to grab a quick meal before continuing on the freeway or to explore the city’s history. One traveler passed through R... — Updated 6/15/2017 Full story
LRHS seniors reflect on first year, importance of FBLA
As the school year concludes, the Lind-Ritzville High School Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) officially ends the first successful year of having the organization back as... — Updated 6/15/2017
Emil, Janet Sackmann selected as Grand Marshals for Lind Parade
As community members line the streets for the Lind Grand Parade on June 10, two smiling faces will make their way down Second Avenue in a black and gray convertible. Janet and Emil... — Updated 6/8/2017
Technology class allows students to become certified in Microsoft Office
As the 2017 school year comes to an end, students who enrolled in the Steve Greenwalt’s Technology class have been busy completing Microsoft Office Software tests to become certified in multiple technological programs. Greenwalt i... — Updated 6/8/2017
Lind Council approves marijuana moratorium ordinance
The Lind Town Council approved Ordinance No. 2017-02 pertaining a marijuana moratorium in the town during the regular meeting on Tuesday, May 23. The ordinance establishes a six-month moratorium on marijuana producing, processing... — Updated 6/1/2017
Art in the Park venue successful in attracting visitors
Art in the Park served as a highlight of the Memorial Day weekend activities, and the event thrived in its new location in the Ritzville City Park. The show began at 12 p.m. on Frid... — Updated 6/1/2017
LRS Broncos golf team places in top 15 at State Tournament
The Broncos golf team had a successful end to their season as two members competed in the State Tournament on May 22 and May 23. Head Coach Nick Weishaar and athletes Tessa Jantz... — Updated 6/1/2017 Full story
Ritzville City Council approves street closures
The Ritzville City Council approved a street closure request from the East Adams Rural Healthcare- Adams County Hospital District No. 2 during the regular meeting on Tuesday, May 16. The request included closing Washington Street... — Updated 5/25/2017
Krehbiel creates scholarship to assist graduates with furthering education
As the school year draws to a close, graduates are exploring their options and pursuing future careers. Former Lind and Ritzville resident Carol Lee Krehbiel hopes to relieve some of the financial burden of college for area... — Updated 5/25/2017
Lady Broncos end season with loss in Districts
The Lind-Ritzville/Sprague Lady Broncos ended the season after claiming a win against Reardan and falling to Asotin in the first round of the District Tournament. The team traveled to Franklin Park in Spokane on Wednesday, May 17,... — Updated 5/25/2017
Lind Town Council begins drafting marijuana moratorium
Adams County Commissioner John Marshall and Adams County Economic Planning Director Stephen McFadden informed the Lind Town Council and community members on the expansion of the marijuana industry in the county during the regular... — Updated 5/18/2017 Full story
Lady Broncos fall to Springdale in first round of District Tournament
The Lind-Ritzville/Sprague Lady Broncos suffered a loss to Springdale for the first round of the District Tournament on Tuesday, May 9, in Ritzville. Head Coach Todd O’Brien said t... — Updated 5/18/2017
Health Department presents to Ritzville Council on youth substance abuse
Karen Potts and Karen Palmer from the Adams County Healthy Department presented to the Ritzville City Council about placing no smoking or vaping signs around the city during the May 2 regular meeting. The Health Department has been... — Updated 5/11/2017
Prescription drop box now available in Ritzville at ACSO
Community members gathered at the Adams County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO) on Wednesday, May 3, to celebrate the Rural East Adams Coalition for Health’s (REACH) efforts in pre... — Updated 5/11/2017 Full story
Jantz takes second at StoneRidge, six athletes advance to Districts
The Lind-Ritzville/Sprague Broncos golf team traveled to the StoneRidge Golf Course on Tuesday, May 2, for their final league match of the regular season. Cusick hosted the match, which included Asotin, Colfax, Odessa-Harrington, L... — Updated 5/11/2017
Lady Broncos prepare for first round of District Tournament
The Lind-Ritzville/Sprague Lady Broncos are preparing for the first round of the District Tournament after claiming two on the road wins in a non-league doubleheader against Wilbur-Creston (WC) on Thursday, May 4. Head Coach Todd... — Updated 5/11/2017 Full story
Broncos baseball season ends with District Tourney loss to NWC
The Lind-Ritzville/Sprague Broncos baseball team ended the regular season with a win against Davenport and a loss to Northwest Christian in the first round of the District Tournament. The team traveled to Spokane on Tuesday, May... — Updated 5/11/2017
Lind Council approves to pursue grant for airport maintenance
The Lind Town Council discussed improvements to the town’s airport during the regular meeting on Tuesday, April 25. Mayor Jamie Schmunk said she received an email from the town’s airport engineer stating the facility is sch... — Updated 5/4/2017 Full story
Branding effort begins with community input
More than 100 community members participated in roundtable and public forum discussions during April 26-27 to bring a branding effort for the City of Ritzville. Hosted by the City of Ritzville, Ritzville Area Chamber of Commerce... — Updated 5/4/2017
Washington, D.C., trip opens students’ eyes to possibilities, politics
On March 18, nine students from Lind-Ritzville High School (LRHS) traveled to the nation’s capital to learn about the country’s history and government. The trip impacted the students on many levels including influencing their fut... — Updated 5/4/2017 Full story
Lady Broncos prepare for first round of District Tournament
The Lind-Ritzville/Sprague Lady Broncos are gearing up for the post season after a doubleheader victory over Tekoa-Rosalia (TR). The team hosted TR for the last home league game of... — Updated 5/4/2017