Higgins to lead the League

RITZVILLE — A lifelong resident of Eastern Washington will take the help of the Columbia Basin Development League.

“Sara Higgins has been promoted to executive director," League chairman Matt Harris said. Previous executive director Vicky Scharlau will continue in an advisory role.

Higgins has served as assistant director since 2011, Harris

“Sara has been a steadfast leader of the League’s team. She is focused on breaking down complex issues and has expertly utilized limited resources to continually advance our work with federal, state, and local policymakers and stakeholders," he said. "As we...