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Local students are putting a new spin on a classic story on Friday, March 10, at the Lind-Ritzville Middle School gymasium in Lind when the Missoula Children’s Theatre (MCT) and more than 50 local students from Lind Elementary and Lind-Ritzville Middle School present “The Princess and the Pea”. The local cast features Dakota Killian as the Princess and LeaCadia Bren as the Pea. Ireana Goodman, Sonia Landis, Sage Rountree and Cooper Rushing will play the four Leprechauns. Also featured are the Royal Family Members of River...
Washington State Parks has approved funds to repair the John Wayne Trail, which runs by many small towns such as Lind, Ritzville and Othello. A final approval from Senator Mark Schoesler is needed to acquire the funds and a final decision will be made in June in the State Legislature in Olympia. An update and discussion on improvements and repairs to the John Wayne Trail will be held at Slims Bar and Grill in Lind on Monday, March 13. The discussion will begin at 6 p.m. and community members are encouraged to attend and...
The Lind Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Bingo night on Friday, March 17, for St. Patrick’s Day at the Lind Senior Center. Dinner will be served prior to the event at 5 p.m. with bingo beginning at 7 p.m. and going until 9 p.m. The cost of the meal is $5 for kids under 12 and $7 for adults. Participants can purchase bingo cards for 50 cents a piece at the event and they will also have the opportunity to enter a raffle. Community members of all ages are invited to attend for an evening filled with winning prizes and a d...
The Distinguished Young Woman program coordinators are gearing up to host the annual DYW of Ritzville program on March 17. The program will feature six local girls vying for the title, as well as honoring the three outgoing representatives. This year’s contestants are Alarah Pierce-Pulliam, Rachel Schell, Megan Buriak, Sierrra Kiel, Morgan Lane and Tessa O’Brien. Tickets for the program are available from any DYW contestant, or from Stacey Schoessler at Northwest Farm Credit, located at 201B West Broadway in Ritzville. In...
Applications are now available for the Paul Simonson Memorial Scholarship, for the academic year of 2016-2017, through the Ritzville Classic Car Club. Two $1,000 scholarships will be awarded this year. Candidates must be a full-time student with a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher at Lind-Ritzville, Sprague or Washtucna high schools at the time of the application. The student must be enrolled or planning to enroll in an accredited educational or training institution studying Auto Mechanic Technology, Diesel...
The Wheat Land Communities’ Fair Board is accepting applications for 2017 Fair Royalty. Three positions are open to young ladies, 14-18 years of age who live within the boundaries of the Lind, Ritzville and Washtucna School Districts, and are currently enrolled in school, entering grades 9-12 in the fall of 2017. The royalty will be the official hostesses at the Wheat Land Communities’ Fair, which will be held Labor Day weekend, Aug. 31 through Sept. 3. The royalty will be presenting trophies, awards and ribbons during the...
Washtucna resident Brett Blankenship’s appointment to a five-year term as a Washington State University regent was confirmed by the state Senate on Tuesday. Senate Majority Leader Mark Schoesler of Ritzville was first to speak in favor of confirming Blankenship, who was appointed to the board of regents by the governor this past September. “The list of people endorsing Brett Blankenship includes both of our state’s U.S. senators, a former director of the state agriculture department and the president of the McGregor Compa...
With spring approaching, the Farm Service Agency Youth Loan Program is a valuable tool in the lending toolbox. The Youth Loan Program assists youth in 4-H and FFA who are interested in agriculture. FSA can provide financing to income-producing projects in connection with 4-H Clubs, FFA and other agricultural groups. FSA can be the first exposure to credit and lending for youth. The youth loan program shifts the responsibility and financial burden from the parents to the youth. FSA youth loan participants must remember to be...
The Lind Town Council received project updates from Stantec Engineer Alan Gay during the regular meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 28 Gay provided an update regarding the storm water system and water improvements. After addressing the Department of Ecology’s (Ecology) comments on the engineering report submitted in 2016, Gay said they are waiting on Ecology’s acceptance of the report before they can submit the plan for approval. Despite the setback, Gay said they have designed the swale, which will redirect the storm water flow fro...
Three scholarships were awarded at the 78th Big Bend Electric Cooperative Annual Meeting held on March 4 at the American Legion Hall in Ritzville. The winners are all seniors at their respective high schools. They are Britte Harder, Lacrosse High School, daughter of Jim and Trish Harder of Washtucna; Felicia Ziemer, Lind-Ritzville High School, daughter of Kent and Vicki Ziemer, Ritzville and Jamie Jacobs, Connell High School, daughter of James and Amy Jacobs, Eltopia. The...
ACDC RECEPTION. Senate Majority Leader Mark Schoesler of Ritzville was the host for this year’s Adams County Legislative Reception. The event, organized by the Adams County Development Council, was Tuesday, Feb. 21, in Schoesler’s office at the Washington State Capitol. About 45 community leaders and legislators gathered for the reception. Those participating in the event heard legislative updates from Shoesler, 15th District Senator Jim Honeyford, 9th District Rep...
For two years, Lind High School graduate Brandon Knodel hid his true identity from those around him. But on Feb. 26, he revealed the secret from half court in Beasley Coliseum in front of hundreds of Washington State University Cougar fans. Knodel has been the man beneath the mask, serving as Butch T. Cougar for nearly two years. Butch has been the beloved mascot of WSU since its inception, and as a lifelong Cougars fan, Knodel wanted the opportunity to give back to his...
Another eventful month is already coming to a close. Students and staff are working hard as the third quarter has already met the halfway mark. February brought the end of the boy’s basketball season. They had a successful, winning season. Thank you to all who came and supported our Bulldog athletes so far. Students were also excited to find a Valentine surprise on their lockers on Feb. 14. The ASB and Random Acts of Kindness Club were responsible for this nice treat. Another fun event was the National FFA Week that took p...
The local Veterans of Foreign Wars chapter recognized local students for their expertise and success in the annual essays contests. Fifth grade students at Ritzville Grade School winning awards are Ashleigh Swartz, first place, and Madison Bartlett, second place. At Lind-Ritzville Middle School, Julia Klein earned first place and Taylor Galbreath received third place. In Benge, fourth grade student Brock Tracy netted a first place finish in both the local contest, as well as the District contest. Also at Benge School, third...
Ritzville Gun Club, Feb. 19 – 41 Shooters 25: Dave Breazeale, Justin Benzel. 24: Jason Heider, Dale Swift. 23: Scott Yaeger, Walter Weber, Andrew Witt, Wes Frederick, Ryan Frederick, Chris Green, Garrett Frederick, Gage Bauer. 22: Aaliyah Yaeger, Brian Kramer, Colby Schell, Michael Nichols. 21: Markham Nichols, Mike Hanting, Tyler Frederick, Bryce Hansen. 20 and under: Dennis Faechner, Travis Simonson, Jeff Yerbich, Randy Moore, Grant Weber, Kyle Bauer, Justin Simonson, Mike Geschke, James Wahl, William Green, Rich Nay, M...
Alley Cats, Feb. 1 Ritzville Hardware 7-0, Napa 5-2, Gutter Queens 5-2, Rehn Grain 2-5, Ball Busters 2-5. Individual High Scratch Games: Terri Abney 169, Peggy Crossler 152, Ashleigh Fode 148. Individual High Handicap Games: Courtney Fannin 237, Terri Abney 226, Tammy Clemm 225. Individual High Scratch Series: Terri Abney 437, Debi Balfe 395, Stephanie Geschke 387. Individual High Handicap Series: Terri Abney 608, Tammy Clemm 607, Nicole Stromberger 601. Commercial League, Feb. 2 Herb’s Farm 69-36, Kragts 63-42, Herb’s Bod...
My first state tournament was a long time ago when I was in the second grade. I have been to at least one day of tournament games ever since, this one being the 58th in a row. I know there are some that have been to more but I’m a big fan. I had a brother who played at state and I played there in 1970. Ask anyone who has had the opportunity to play at the state tournament and they will tell you that was the best experience of their high school career. The memories will last a...
President Trump inherited a mess! The problems are not just from President Obama! The immigration problem started prior to World War II when people were needed to work in the fields as men and women were needed for the war effort. Our infrastructure goes back to Ike’s presidency as his program made it so nice to travel! Too many thought that program would last forever! Our military decimation goes back the Clinton Era, and the Bush-Obama war efforts used without adequate replacement. L.B.J was the first administration that e...
Upon reading all of the comments and letters from all of the democrat supporters claiming the republicans were holding up progress all of these years we have finally got the safest and best country to live in. Now since we have President Trump in office all you read and hear is it’s Trump’s fault, he’s to blame for everything. So under these circumstances we only have one person to watch. Our economy is sure to improve because of all of the money that the democrat’s are spending on travel expenses, and the money being s...
I had the privilege to attend as President Trump gave his first Joint Address to Congress. The message that America heard was one of optimism and reform. The President is getting straight to work with Congress on an agenda to restore limited government, boost the economy to create jobs in the private sector, and ensure that our homeland is secure. He spoke of “the renewal of the American spirit” and an “America is once again ready to lead.” The President was speaking to all Americans, but especially to those who have felt fo...
As lawmakers in Olympia inch toward adjournment, they must keep in mind the total added costs of new taxes on our state’s economy. It is not just about the taxes and fees they impose. They are working against an April 23 deadline to enact a two-year financial plan and find sufficient funding for it. Unlike Congress, states must balance their budgets. While the funding decisions are generally contentious, this year legislative tension is high because Gov. Jay Inslee (D) and lawmakers must find ways to pay for our K-12 p...
After 70 some days of snow covered ground it is inevitable the snow will melt and with that comes the horror of what’s been buried for the last few months. Chunks of coal and an occasional carrot or two are the only remains of your once proud snowman. Other items may also emerge such as those spare car keys, your wallet or that left handed work glove. This annual melt also reminds us that it’s time to clean our yards of debris that was there when it started snowing last fall. As you know, the city sends out cleanup let...
Last week was the busiest week of our session so far. We spent each day in the Senate chamber, with all 49 members present and voting on legislation that has come forward from the Senate policy and budget committees. While voting all day and into the evening allowed us to move many good policy changes over to the House of Representatives, it unfortunately left little time for visitors this week. I was unable to follow up with Latino Civic Alliance members Monday afternoon, after offering brief remarks in the Capitol Rotunda,...
YOUNG MUSICIANS from the Lind-Ritzville Middle School Band will be performing at the INB Performance Hall on March 13 after being nominated for the Bi-County Honor Band. The students are (back row, from left) Wyatt Kulm, Sydney Kinch, Tymber Wolf, Essance Holland, Alexis Melcher, and Rusty Wolf. Front row: Daniella Oliva, Amy Anderson, Mischa Baumann, Lauren Miller and Julia Klein. -Journal photo by Haley Roybal...
The H.E. Gritman Senior Center will host its monthly pancake breakfast this Friday, March 10, from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. Breakfast will feature pancakes, a choice of ham or sausage and coffee with a suggested donation of $5 per person. The H.E. Gritman Senior Center is located at 118 West Main Avenue in downtown Ritzville....