Friederichs joins council to help city grow

Ben Friederichs began calling Ritzville home a decade ago. He had just landed solid employment with Big Bend Electric Cooperative and had begun embarking on a new phase in his life.

Ten years ago, Friederichs graduated from St. Martin’s University with a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering. He had been living at home in Republic with his parents while conducting a job search.

When BBEC came calling it seemed like a solid fit and a great opportunity to launch his professional career. Since then Friederichs has been building his life, purchasing a home, making improvements and settling i...