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This year's Miss Ritzville program is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. Sunday, March 10, in the Ritzville Grade School gymnasium. The five participants vying for the title are, from left, Brooklyn Norton, Madisyn Cameron, Addy Colbert, Temple Gefre and Claire Wellsandt....
Weather teases us with just a hint of spring, then more snow, then gray rainy days. Heat from the oven ready casseroles and warm fresh baked cookies are perfect for chasing away the late winter chill. Oriental Chicken Medley, a rice-based casserole, may be made ahead to bake for the evening meal or baked right away after preparing. The recipe easily accommodates a family's preference in ingredients. The original recipe was on a Durkee French Fried onion can around 1992, but I...
RITZVILLE – Dede Boyer couldn't stay idle for long. "I like to stay busy," she said. "When I was no longer on the City Council, I thought 'What am I going to do with myself?'" In a conversation with a friend, Boyer learned children are often bored in winter months. That got her thinking. "At first, I thought about establishing a roller skating rink, but there was no building big enough," she said. Then she recalled her prior involvement with a local theater troupe. "We used to...
CHENEY — Several area residents have made the fall Dean’s List at Eastern Washington University. Adams County and surrounding residents named to the list include: Edwall — Levi Bleeker, Sarah Kintschi and Moriah Seymour. Harrington — Sidney Danielle Kahlotus — Ray Orthmann LaCrosse — Zoe Bailey Othello — Olga Aguilar-Cortez, Daisy Ballardo, Emmanuel Farias-Garcia, D’Anna Gonzalez, Galilea Gonzalez, Andres Gutierrez, Caden Lewis, Eduardo Maldonado Perez, Clarissa Martinez, Francisco Martinez, Justin Martinez, Ashley Perez, I...
RITZVILLE – Lind-Ritzville High School reported the following students making the honor roll for the first semester: Caden Bates Emily Balfe Brody Boness Cameron Boness Madisyn Cameron Madelyn Carpenter Addy Colbert Kelsey Connors Levi Cooper Danika Cox Brix Curtis Reetamae Dean Blake Earle Lilly Fannin Maxwell Fedie Rose Fedie Beau Fode Saige Galbreath Zoe Galbreath Harlee Hennings Cindy Julien Brock Kinch Zachary Klein Emilia Klewin Maeve Korthuis Megan Melcher Allesandra Mendez Aidan Miller Jackson Nichols Michael N...
LIND – The following residents are celebrating birthdays and anniversaries during the month of February: Anniversaries Feb. 2 – Les and Ilona Branson Feb. 6 – Josh and Lyndenn Knodel Feb. 8 – Jim and Cheryl Haase Feb. 11 – Carter and Madison Stout Feb. 12 – Tyran and Rachel Doyle Feb. 17 – Dick and Barb Keith Feb. 20 – Grant and Nancy Miller Feb. 23 – Gale and Jean Gardner Feb. 26 – Tom and Lori Strohmaier Birthdays Feb. 1 – Michael Watson, Logan Gering and Briana Osborn Feb. 2 – James Dworshak Feb. 3 – Taylor Davey Feb. 4 ...
RITZVILLE – Carnegie Library sponsored "Take Your Child to the Library Day" on Friday, Feb. 2. Staff members met children at various stations throughout the building. Alice in Wonderland, portrayed by Heather Carruth, passed out snacks and Kaiden Bell helped at the "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs" alcove. As previously reported in The Journal, in the aftermath of COVID-19 shutdown mandates and recent staff turnover, the library has faced its share of challenges. "...
SEARCY, Ark. – A Ritzville woman graduated Dec. 16 from Harding University. Jessica Heater was among the more than 300 students to earn diplomas and graduate in the fall 2023 semester. She earned a bachelor of science degree in medical humanities. Graduates included students from the College of Allied Health, College of Arts and Humanities, College of Bible and Ministry, Paul R. Carter College of Business Administration, Cannon-Clary College of Education, Carr College of Nursing, College of Pharmacy, College of Sciences a...
In the enchanting realm of storytelling and exploration, I, Millie Hopkins, am thrilled to embark on a journey with you as your interim library director. I will be your guide through the vast landscapes of language and literature. This introductory column serves as a window into the world of words that I am passionate about, a glimpse into the pages of my own narrative and the world I love to share with you all. I have worked at the library for six years, starting as the youth services library assistant and ending in the...
RITZVILLE – An informational meeting on the Miss Ritzville scholarship program is set for Sunday, Jan. 28. Co-directors Sara Dirks and Kaylee Conrad said they will will answer questions about the program and provide details about expectations and scholarship requirements. The 4:30 p.m. meeting will be at Kim Schofstoll’s home, 313 E. Fourth Ave. Schofstoll noted that all junior girls and their parents/guardians may attend. “This meeting does not commit you to participate, but will allow time for answering questions,” she sai...
Winter finally got here with weather perfect to keep us indoors testing recipes in the kitchen. Organizing my pantry at the first of the year unearthed a package of Trutana, Crave Cakes Pancake Mix. I had purchased this to try the chickpea based mix some time ago, but other cooking projects took precedence. Chickpeas produce a gluten free, high protein flour, and this mix made some very light and moist pancakes. They take a bit longer to cook and the mix needs spreading in...
RITZVILLE – The Big Bend Electric Co-op's Caring Neighbors programs recently announced grants. The funds come from co-op ratepayers allow their electric bills to be rounded up to raise funds to help pay for local needs. Following a December meeting, the Caring Neighbors announced the following grants: Basin City Help Services -$2,900 to help fund food for families in need Lind-Ritzville Cooperative Schools-$700 to help fund field trip for culinary arts and dues L...
LIND – The following residents are celebrating anniversaries and birthdays during the month of January: Anniversaries Jan. 4 – Glenn and Cheryl Aby Jan. 5 – Matt and Shelley Miller Jan. 18 – Thomas and Krista Mercer Birthdays Jan. 2 – Kasey Wills Jan. 4 – Brett Haase Jan. 5 – Hudson Norton Jan. 6 – Ruben Labes and Ana (Kison) Lobe Jan. 8 – Shay Anderson, Amelia Kiehn and Brynlee Lynn Rhoten Jan. 10 – Wanda Rehn, Merick Shepard and Alexis Perez Jan. 11 – Matthew Umland and Miguel Saez Gomez Jan. 12 – Gregg Fode and Val Wats...
RITZVILLE – In the aftermath of COVID shutdowns and recent staff turnover, the historic Carnegie library on West Main Avenue has faced its share of challenges. "Recovering from that season took time," Interim Director Millie Hopkins said. "Last year, we held only five youth programs each month. We're trying to get back on our feet." With the dawn of 2024, library staff hopes to ramp up offerings for all age groups. Kaiden Bell, who serves as youth services library a...
AgWest Farm Credit's Ritzville branch recently presented $1,200 "Team Giving" donations to senior centers in Ritzville and Lind....
LIND – Here are the local anniversaries and birthdays for the month of December: Anniversaries Dec. 14 – Michael and Amy Branson, and Dick and Shannon Davis Dec. 22 – Greg and Jamie Schmunk Dec. 25 – Dave and Cheryle Allan Dec. 29 – Garry and Donna Bittick Dec. 31 – Palmer and Lauren Phillips Birthdays Dec. 1 – Mark Aby, tyler Ray Cashmere, Grace Kaplicky, Benjamin Blake and Beverly Lomax Dec. 2 – Sue Sackman Dec. 3 – Melissa Branson and Brynn Potts-Thome Dec. 4 – Jewel Stevenson and Denise Lund Dec. 5 – Dustin Norton Dec. 6...
Ralston Grange recently hosted a Christmas celebration for the rural community on state Highway 261. The event included music and entertainment, a potluck dinner and a visit from Santa Claus....
RITZVILLE – The Washington State University 4-H program is offering several student travel opportunities abroad next summer. Interested students can apply to go to: Costa Rica, from June 20 through July 19. Students must be ages 15-18. Japan, from July 10 to Aug. 9, for students ages 12-18; and June 12-Aug. 9, for students ages 15-18. South Korea, from July 16 to Aug. 15. Students must ages 12-17. Taiwan, from July 16 to Aug. 15. Students must be ages 12-18. Norway, from June 20 to July 15. Students must be ages 15-18. A...
RALSTON – The Ralston Grange Christmas Potluck and Party will take place in the grange hall Sunday, Dec. 3. The event begins at 5 p.m. at the grange hall on state Highway 261. “This traditional event has been a way for families to kick-off the holiday season for over 90 years,” Grange spokesman Randy Roth said. “Those attending are asked to provide a potluck dish or two to share; the Grange provides beverages, rolls and table service.” According to Roth, the event traditionally draws families from throughout eastern A...
RITZVILLE – A country music artist with Top 40 hits will perform Nov. 29 to help raise money for the Lind-Ritzville School District band program. Jason Michael Carroll with special guest Cole O'Brien will perform a fundraising concert at The Ritz Theater, 107 E. Main Ave. The Youngsville, N.C., singer was discovered in a 2004 talent contest and signed to Arista Nashville label in 206. He has had several Top 40 songs, including "Alyssa Lies," "Livin' Our Love Song" and "I C...
LIND – Residents celebrating birthdays and anniversaries from Nov. 22-28 are: Anniversaries Nov. 24 – Gary and Sharon Lobe Birthdays Nov. 22 – Scott Branson, Curtis Gering, Al Strohmaier, Karlee Kerr and Allison Ritz Nov. 23 – Kevin Branson and Dakota Dursteler Nov. 24 – Shelly Strohmaier and Sue Hill Nov. 25 – Kolton Knodel and Paisley Davis Nov. 28 – Cooper Rushing...
New friends and family have steered my culinary interests toward gluten and dairy free recipes. For health and wellbeing, some folks must avoid certain ingredients or ingredient properties. Until recently, those avoiding gluten had to make everything from scratch and scrutinize package labels to avoid accidentally ingesting hidden gluten. Dairy is a little easier to spot but sometimes hides in the trace ingredients. Preparing meals for several group events gave me opportunity...
Akins Fresh Market Beverly Lomax Gigamedics Stevie Coon Ritzville Napa Bernie Reid Leffel, Otis & Warwick Kenny Katsel RDO Equipment (John Deere) Jordan Thompson Iverson’s Law Office Kathy Redburn Mi Jalisco Harriet Lynch Ritzville Ace Hardware Shauna Adams Ritzville Drug Karen Kagele Conoco Food Mart Nora McKenzig Certificates can be picked up at the business where your name was drawn. They are good through Nov. 30 at Akins Fresh Market in Ritzville...
LIND – Residents celebrating birthdays and anniversaries from Nov. 13-21 are: Anniversaries Nov. 14 – Leonard and Debbie Rausch Nov. 16 – Darryl and Dawn Lobe, and Steve and Sue Sckman Nov. 18 – Mitch and Debbie Starring Birthdays Nov. 14 – Franki Bren-Perry and Jeannie Parkins Nov. 16 – Matthew Davis and Nicole Smith Nov. 17 – Cory Wagner Nov. 18 – Deacon Haase Nov. 20 – Colby Greenwalt Nov. 21 – Karissa Labes...
RALSTON – Ralston Grange will host its Community Thanksgiving Potluck and Program at 5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 12. It is also Veteran’s Appreciation Night and Grange officials are encouraging all area veterans are to attend. Grange members will provide ham, turkey, beverages and table service, spokesman Randy Roth said. Attendees are asked to bring a potluck dish or two to share. “If you have a program number you would like to share, in the spirit of Thanksgiving or honoring our Veterans, bring it along,” he said. The evening...