May 5, 2024
May 5, 2024
RITZVILLE - A Spokane Valley man being tried in connection with an Adams County burglary case failed to return to court in the middle of his trial Thursday, April 25 As a result, the Adams County Sheriff's Office is seeking public assistance in locating John Michael Daigneault. 50, who was subsequently convicted in abstentia of burglary, court records show. Daigneault was one of two people arrested in connection with the burglary of an Odessa-area farm in the 1900 block of...
TYLER – A wind turbine corporation has been acquiring land leases from the Tyler area to Fairfield. Over the last five months, Cordelio Development Holdings LLC of Toronto, Canada, has acquired 20 leases across southern Spokane, including two parcels between Tyler and Sprague. The purchases include parcels near Cheney, Fairfield, Latah, Waverly and Tyler, according to county records. Details of some of the purchased tracts have yet to be made public, and company officials have not returned calls seeking comment. In the...
RITZVILLE — The annual Alumni Banquet for graduates of Lind-Ritzville and Ritzville high schools is coming up. Set for 6 p.m., May 25, in Gilson Gymnasium of Lind-Ritzville High School, there is a cost to attend. “Please get your orders in as soon as possible,” Alumni Membership Secretary Marilyn Sielaff said. “I need to let the caterer know a count a few days before the banquet.” According to Sielaff, all tickets must be purchased by mail; on-site sales are not planned. Any graduate who has not received an...
RITZVILLE — Adams County Sheriff Dale Wagner attended an agriculture threats symposium April 22. Presenters at the event included Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers, R-Spokane, as well as the FBI’s Stephanie Normand, U.S. Agriculture Ambassador Greeg Doud and agriculture negotiator Kip Tom, among others. The symposium focused on the security of agricultural and rural communities. “This symposium is an invaluable opportunity to enhance our understanding of the challenges facing our agricultural sector and to collaborate on...
125 Years Ago Adams County News May 3, 1899 Day after tomorrow will be the 12th anniversary of the Hutchinson-Robbins great horse race which occurred May 5, 1886. The event will be remembered by all the old pioneers who were here during the palmy days of Ritzville. Ad for Ritzville Hardware Co. A man that loves his wife buys her a St. Clair Steel Range because they are fine bakers; they are economical in fuel; they have asbestos-lined tops and bottoms; they are ornamental. We...
Sheriff’s Log RITZVILLE — The Adams County Sheriff’s Office reported the following calls for service from March 24-April 6: March 24 1:23 a.m. – Noise complaint in the 600 block of South Kaylee Road, Othello. 3:38 a.m. – Traffic crash in the 700 block of South McKinney Road, Othello. 4:06 a.m. – Caller’s daughter’s ex-boyfriend knocking on door in the 2100 block of West Cunningham Road, Othello. 10:12 a.m. – Assist agency in the 600 block of South Broadway Avenue, Ritzville. 11:59 a.m. – False alarm in...
RITZVILLE - The Lind-Ritzville/Sprague track team had a strong showing Saturday, April 27, at their home Undeberg Invitational on Jimmy Snider Field. The Bronco girls finished fourth out of 21 teams with 62 points. Kittitas won the girls title with 75 pints, followed by Davenport with 64 and Reardan with 63. In the boys division, the Broncos tied for seventh with Liberty (Spangle), with 30 team points teach. Davenport won the boys title with 119 points. Rounding out the Top 6...
I sometimes think that I am way too busy at my age but that can also be my fault. When a person retires they are supposed to do this or do that but whatever you do don’t sit around and do nothing. So I’m at least not doing nothing. This was a much anticipated weekend for some time now with the Invitational track meet on Saturday but also the EWU spring football game on Friday. My buddy Kenny G. came to town on Friday and we drove to Cheney for a reception pre-football...
RITZVILLE — The Broncos girls fastpitch softball team wrapped up the regular season Saturday, April 27, with two losses. The Northwest Christian (Colbert) batters proved too much for Lind-Ritzville/Sprague in the Northeast 2B softball finale. The Crusaders, currently in second place in the Northeast 2B, swept the Broncos 10-0 in the opener and 12-1 in the nightcap. Individual results were not reported. Several of the Broncos players are dual-spring sport athletes, also scheduled to compete simultaneously in the Undeberg...
RITZVILLE — The Bronco tennis team mustered two wins against St. George’s last week. Carlie Loop won her match 6-2, 6-2 over Sasha. And Cameron Christianson and Camrol Olson won their match 8-2 over Michael and Max. St. George’s did not supply last names for its athletes. In other Bronco matches: Megan Rivers lost to Elsa 1-6, 2-6. Danika Cox lost to Natalie 1-6, 1-6. Savannah Carruth and Liberty McClanathan lost to Kalea and Reagan, 0-6, 1-6. Faye Niccolls and Destiny Phelps lost to Hadley and Evie, 0-6, 0-6. Destiny...
Othello's Lydia Ruppert gets some air in the long jump during the Undeberg Invitational on Saturday in...
RITZVILLE — Northwest Christian Northwest Christian (Colbert) swept Lind-Ritzville/Sprague in a Northeast 2B baseball doubleheader on Saturday, April 27. The Crusaders dominated the opener, winning 26-2, and won the closing game 6-1. Individual statistics for the doubleheader were not reported. Several of the Broncos players are dual-spring sport athletes, also scheduled to compete simultaneously in the Undeberg Invitational track meet at Snider Field. The Broncos (0-16, 0-12 in league) travel to Kettle Falls this week to...
Gov. Jay Inslee wants to buy 8,767 people a $1,125 latte. Metaphorically, at least. Inslee’s new program to subsidize the purchase of electric vehicles is so wasteful at reducing CO2 emissions, it is the equivalent of paying that absurd amount for a 16-ounce latte. On Earth Day, Inslee announced a $45 million program to subsidize the purchase or lease of electric vehicles. The program is targeted at those making 300% of the federal poverty level or less, which amounts to...
Too many pragmatic Democrats and Republicans in Congress are retiring at a time when we need them most. Two are from Washington: Reps. Derek Kilmer, D-Olympic Peninsula, and Cathy McMorris Rodgers R-Spokane. McMorris Rodgers and Kilmer cut their political teeth in the state Legislature. While they faithfully followed their parties, they found ways to come together on issues vital to our state. McMorris Rodgers was elected to Congress in 2004 and Kilmer in 2012. Recently,...
RITZVILLE - Last Wednesday, Public Works Director Dave Breazeale and Police Chief Dave McCormick were on hand to oversee the planting of 12 trees along West First Avenue. The total project will include 24 trees to be placed in cement planters along the road's shoulder from Akins Fresh Grocery to the Department of Transportation facility. Trees being planted this spring include maples and other varieties. According to City Councilman and Tree Board member Mike Schrag, using a...
RITZVILLE - To celebrate Arbor Day, 23 fifth-grade students planted five trees at the Children's Memorial Park near the city's Little League fields on Friday, April 26. The planting was one of the featured events of the city's Arbor Day celebration. Ritzville Tree Board and City Councilman Michael Schrag began the ceremony at City Hall and introduced other members of the board, including Brooke Hayes, Karen Cady, Debbie Chapman and Michelle Keefer. He then shared a brief...
Rhett Sterman leads a cow during the PeeWee cattle showing in St. John on Saturday, April 27..Sterman won Beef Grand Champion at the...
Cinco de Mayo is a relatively insignificant holiday on the Mexican calendar. However, among Americans, Cinco de Mayo has become an opportunity to celebrate Mexican culture and cuisine. Each year on May 5, many Cinco de Mayo celebrants toast with their favorite agave-based beverage (typically tequila) and dine on Mexican specialties. Visiting a Mexican restaurant may be a large part of Cinco de Mayo festivities. Those who want to keep the party closer to home can bring the...
Contrary to one popular misconception, Cinco de Mayo is not a celebration of Mexican independence. According to History.com, Mexico’s Dia de la Independencia is commemorated on September 16. So what does Cinco de Mayo commemorate? Cinco de Mayo commemorates an improbable Mexican victory over the French at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. Though Cinco de Mayo is now celebrated across the United States, it remains a minor holiday in Mexico that is primarily observed in the state of Puebla. Knowledge of the holiday’s...
LIND — The following residents are celebrating birthdays and anniversaries from May 1-7: Birthdays May 1 Sharon Lobe, Barb Keith and Henry Hilsinger May 4 — Ian Youngren May 5 — Janet Phillips May 6 — Jeff Bell and Walter Crow May 7 — Carole Thorne and Isaiah Davis Anniversaries May 4 — Ray and Char Baker, and D.J. and Breanne Williamson May 6 — Craig and Jessica Cooper May 7 — Adam and Karissa...
Cathy C. Goude Mar. 23, 2024- Apr. 20, 1965 Cathy C. Goude passed away on Saturday, March 23, 2024, at the age of 58 at Kootenai Health with her family by her side. Cathy was born in Jamestown, ND on April 20, 1965, to Father Don Schaible and Mother Bj Worden. Shortly after Cathy's birth her family moved to Washington in 1966. Cathy was the oldest of two sisters. Cathy loved her younger sister Audra Glowen, and often referred to her as "My first child". Cathy lived in or...
Juanita Havlina Lyle Jan. 2, 1931 – Apr. 25, 2024 Juanita Havlina Lyle passed away on April 25, 2024 at East Adams Rural Hospital in Ritzville, Wash. Juanita was born on January 2, 1931, to Joseph Havlina, Sr. and Neva (Edwards) Havlina in Pasco, Wash. and grew up on the family’s farm near Connell, Wash. Juanita graduated from Connell High School in 1948, after which she attended Washington State University. In 1954, she graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree from WSU and...
PUBLIC NOTICE Maverik Inc, Kelly Irons, 185 S State St Ste 800 Salt Lake City, UT 84111-1549, is seeking coverage under the Washington State Department of Ecology’s Construction Stormwater NPDES and State Waste Discharge General Permit. The proposed project, Maverik Ritzville, is located at NE Intersection of Highway 261 and Homestead Avenue. Ritzville, Washington in Ritzville in Adams county. This project involves 4.2 acres of soil disturbance for Highway or Road, Commercial, Utilities construction activities. All...
TAKE NOTICE: STATE OF WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CHANGE/TRANSFER OF WATER RIGHT UNDER ONE (1) GROUND WATER CERTIFICATE OF CHANGE That Washington State Department of Transportation of Olympia., WA, has made application forchange/transfer of water right in order to change the point of withdrawal as granted under Ground Water Certificate of Change No. G3-CV2-3P7. That G3-CV2-3P7 authorizes the withdrawal of 75 gallons per minute, 24-acre feet per year from February 1 to November 30, each year...
RESOLUTION NO. R-024- 2024 NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS County of Adams Department of Public Works Ritzville, Washington Sealed bids will be received by Adams County at the office of the Board of County Commissioners located in the courthouse at 210 W. Broadway, Ritzville, Washington 99169, until 9:00 a.m., Wednesday, May 8, 2024 and will be opened and publicly read on May 8, 2024 at 9:00 a.m., or as soon thereafter as possible, for the following construction improvements: Danekas Road Overlay #2 Project – (CRP-199), M.P 3.20 to...
CIVIL SUMMONS IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF ADAMS No. 23-2-00117-01 AVAIL 1 LLC, Plaintiff, vs. UNKNOWN HEIRS & DEVISEES OF MILTON EIDAHL; UNKNOWN HEIRS & DEVISEES OF DONNA EIDAHL AKA DONNA C. EIDAHL AKA DONNA CLAIR EIDAHL; TERRY EIDAHL; CINDY EIDAHL AKA CINDY ALEXENKO; JAMES EIDAHL; SUMMERSET WEST WATER ASSOCIATION; STATE OF WASHINGTON; JOHN AND/OR JANE DOE, UNKNOWN OCCUPANTS/COHABITANTS OF THE SUBJECT PREMISES Defendants. THE STATE OF WASHINGTON TO: Unknown Heirs & Devisees of...
