State temporarily suspends The Pastime’s liquor license

The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (WSLCB) issued an Administrative Violation Notice (AVN) to the Ritzville Pastime on April 27 for violating state liquor laws.

The WSLCB suspended the establishment’s liquor license from April 27 to May 2 for conduct violations criminal disorderly/licensee/employee drinking on duty/intoxicated on premises, according to a sign posted on the business door.

Ritzville Police Chief Dave McCormick noted this is the business’ second violation. There is a third administrative violation pending for over service.