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Trump, Biden rematch looms
RITZVILLE - Following the Tuesday, March 12, primary in Washington and other states, its appears that voters will see a rematch in the race for U.S. President. Both former... — Updated 3/13/2024
Chamberlin arrested in burglaries
RITZVILLE - The Grant County Sheriff's Office arrested a man wanted in connection with a rash of burglaries in Ritzville. Marcus James Chamberlin, 33, was apprehended by the Grant... — Updated 3/13/2024
Sheriff releases February statistics
RITZVILLE — The Adams County Sheriff’s Office has released its crime statistics for February. According to the data, 298 calls were made to the Adams County Sheriff’s Office during February, indicating a steady level of... — Updated 3/12/2024
Man wanted after high-speed chase
RITZVILLE - The Adams County Sheriff's Office is seeking information on the whereabouts of Daniel Wayne Gill, who is wanted on multiple charges, including eluding law enforcement,... — Updated 3/12/2024
Deputies arrest man for resetting odometers
RITZVILLE — After several months of investigation, the Adams County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man for resetting or reversing vehicle odometers. Reynaldo “Rey” Valdez Garza Jr., 52, faces charges of second-degree... — Updated 3/12/2024
Initiative approved preventing a state income tax
OLYMPIA - An initiative prohibiting the imposition of a state income tax was approved March 5 by the Legislature. "This is a great day for everyone in Washington," said Rep. Jim... — Updated 3/12/2024
FROM THE FILES
125 Years Ago Adams County News March 15, 1899 Hard at Work A private letter from our worthy young townsman, A. F. Rosenoff, informs us that he is settled down to hard work and... — Updated 3/12/2024
Public Records
Land Transactions RITZVILLE – The Adams County Assessor’s Office reported the following land transactions from March 4–8: March 8 Silver Flamingo Corp. of Spokane Valley, 407 W. First Ave., Ritzville, to Ferraiuolo... — Updated 3/12/2024
Council debates change order
RITZVILLE – At the March 5 City Council meeting, Ben Varela of Varela Engineering was on hand to describe a change order for the Well No. 8 pump station project. The change order totaling $151,146, including sales tax, had five... — Updated 3/12/2024
Initiative gives more leeway on police pursuits
OLYMPIA — Just three years after the Legislature implemented restrictions on police pursuits, lawmakers backtracked after an initiative received overwhelming voter support. The new rules on engaging in high-speed pursuits become... — Updated 3/12/2024
County waits on new COVID rules
OTHELLO — Despite the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s change in recommended protocols relating to COVID-19 infections, Adams County will take a wait-and-see approach. Last Week, Director Vicki Guse said Adams... — Updated 3/12/2024
Bill updates ballot signature verification rules
OLYMPIA — A bill written to reduce the number of rejected ballots in elections is on its way to Gov. Jay Inslee's desk. Signature verification is done to curtail fraud in mail-in ballots. But, state officials say, too often... — Updated 3/12/2024
Police given more leeway to pursue suspects
OLYMPIA — After voters submitted an initiative rolling back some police pursuit regulations, the Legislature approved the measure. As a result, new rules giving police more leeway to engage in high-speed pursuits become law June... — Updated 3/12/2024
Harrington man injured in crash
HARRINGTON—A local man was injured in a one-car rollover crash three miles east of the city on State Highway 28 Monday, March 4. Francis M. Pate, 59, of Harrington was injured after his gray 2000 Toyota Camry left the Highway... — Updated 3/6/2024
Five juniors vie for Miss Ritzville title
RITZVILLE - Five Lind-Ritzville High School juniors will vie for the title of Miss Ritzville 2024. Finalists will represent the town in parades and community events throughout the s... — Updated 3/5/2024
Martin Hall employee charged with rape
MEDICAL LAKE — A former Martin Hall Juvenile Corrections Facility employee has been arrested for allegedly raping a juvenile inmate. Antwon D. Jones, 40, was arrested Feb. 29 on charges of third-degree child rape and... — Updated 3/5/2024
Niehenke pursuing economic growth
RITZVILLE – The Adams County Development Council executive director describes himself as a salesman for the county. "On any given day, I'm working with Ritzville City Council on... — Updated 3/5/2024
Holaday announces congressional bid
ADDY - A 51st state advocate has joined the pool of candidates seeking to replace Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers in Congress. On Tuesday, Feb. 27, Rene Holaday, a Republican from... — Updated 3/5/2024
FROM THE FILES
125 Years Ago Adams County News March 8, 1899 The city council in regular session last night instructed the marshal to enforce the ordinance prohibiting the riding of bicycles upon... — Updated 3/5/2024
Public Records
Sheriff’s Log RITZVILLE — The Adams County Sheriff’s Office reported the following calls for service from Feb. 11-24: Feb. 11 7:40 a.m. – Stolen gas can in the 2200 block of Deborah Court, Othello. 9:33 a.m. – Report of... — Updated 3/5/2024
State Patrol plans WSU spring break emphasis
RITZVILLE — The Washington State Patrol will be on the lookout for dangerous driving March 7-17 as Washington State University students travel for spring break. The added patrols will target state Highway 26, Interstate 90, U.S.... — Updated 3/5/2024
Ice Age group kicks off new year
KAHLOTUS — Members of the Palouse Falls Chapter of the Ice Age Floods Institute are off to a busy start of 2024. On Saturday, March 2, several members hiked nearly 3 miles to visit Sacajawea Bar on the Snake River. The hike... — Updated 3/5/2024
The county receiving the most Small Business Administration loans in each state
The Small Business Administration backed loans worth $27.5 billion through its primary lending program in 2023—rising well above pre-COVID-19 pandemic levels as government... — Updated 3/5/2024
The US airlines most likely to arrive on time in the last year
Picture the scene: Your alarm wakes you at the crack of dawn. The suitcase you packed the night before stands accusingly in the corner. You brace yourself for the long ride to the... — Updated 3/5/2024
How a national shortage of truck parking impacts more than just truckers
In 2023, a Greyhound bus exiting an Illinois highway collided with three semi-trucks parked along an exit ramp, killing three bus passengers. That same year, a woman in Modesto, Cal... — Updated 2/29/2024