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  • Sheriff's Office awards program slated

    Dale Brown, The Journal|Updated Dec 26, 2023

    RITZVILLE – Three employees of the Adams County Sheriff’s Office will be recognized during an awards ceremony Jan. 10. Sheriff Dale Wagner said the 1 p.m. event in Adams County Superior Court is open to the public. Three distinguished awards – Valor, Lifesaving and Sheriff Star – will be presented to employees who performed their duties honorably, he said, noting each award honors an individual’s commitment to service above self. The names of the award winners have yet to be announced. The Valor Award honors individua...

  • Burglary suspect sought

    The Journal|Updated Dec 26, 2023

    RITZVILLE – The Adams County Sheriff's Office is seeking information on the whereabouts of a man wanted in connection with a burglary. Joshua Orlo Shoemaker, 33, is being sought by authorities here and in Grant County, records show. A search warrant in connection with Shoemaker and the burglary was executed in Moses Lake on Dec. 20. Details of the burlgarly were not released. "If you have info about Joshua's whereabouts, please contact the Sheriff's Office," the Adams C...