The Ritzville Adams County Journal - Eastern Adams County's Only Independent Voice Since 1887

When St. Patrick’s Day rolls around March 17, the Irish have lots to celebrate.

Ireland is still clean and green. Now, it is spending $15 million to bring visitors back.

Irish tourism officials are targeting 35 million people living in the U.S. with Irish heritage. They are key to generating $3 billion in pre-coronavirus yearly revenue.

Ireland is an island nation roughly one-third the size of Washington state with 5 million people. It is no longer an agrarian country. Today’s Ireland attracts tourists, high-tech companies and manufacturers from around the world.

One of the keys to it...