October 29, 2024
October 29, 2024
RITZVILLE — A 14-year-old is facing at least one charge of threats to bomb or injure property following social media posts to shoot classmates and blow up schools. The boy was arrested today, Oct. 22, following an investigation into the threats reportedly found on social media last night. The threats prompted school officials to close campuses today. Police also called in a bomb-sniffing dog. This evening, law enforcement officials remain at some of the school campuses. Police have not identified the boy, citing Revised...
RITZVILLE - Lind-Ritzville schools were shuttered today Tuesday, Oct. 22, after several anonymous bomb and shooting threats posted to social media sites. School officials made the call to close campuses after being alerted to threats made on social media late Monday. "These threats included names, methods and times, and we are taking them very seriously," the district said in a press release alerting the community to the closure of schools early this morning. District...
RITZVILLE — East Adams Rural Healthcare officials are mum on a breach of the hospital’s records. The breach occurred on or about Sept. 12, when hospital officials were alerted to “anomalous activity,” officials reported in a public notice posted on the hospital website. The notice said employees contained the computer systems and “security experts” were called for assistance. However, it did not identify the security company called in to investigate the breach. East Adams Rural Healthcare operates under the...
OLYMPIA — The Nov. 5 general election is underway. Voting began last Friday; the state estimated there are 4.9 million registered voters statewide. This election includes federal, state and local races, as well as statewide initiatives and possibly local levy and bond measures, officials said. Ballots must be returned to a valid county drop box or voting center by 8 p.m. Nov. 5 to be counted. Voters who choose to return their ballots by mail can use the provided postage-paid envelope, which must be postmarked by Election...
RITZVILLE - The Adams County Board of Commissioners heard a few discouraging words Oct. 15 having to do with the state's good intention to keep mounting minimum wage increases. Adams County Human Resources Director Kathy Campbell told commissioners she was troubled that local businesses might not be able to recruit new employees. "My main concern is in recruitment efforts," Campbell said. "If I were in the Seattle area and I could work for $20.76 (currently the state minimum...
Jail Log RITZVILLE - The Adams County Prosecuting Attorney reported the following individuals in custody from Oct. 15-21: Oct. 15 Amy Wheeler, 54, fourth-degree assault-domestic violence. Booked into the Franklin County Jail. Oct. 16 Slade Hardesty-Fortner, 31, first-degree unlawful possession of a firearm and possession of a stolen firearm. Booked into the Franklin County Jail. Dennis Riojas -57, first-degree unlawful possession of a firearm and possession of a stolen...
Age: 66 Hometown: Colfax Family: Married to Kim Schmick for 42 years. Education: Relevent or Volunteer Experience: 17 years in this current position Candidates have been given a 100 words to answer each question and answers have not been edited. Question 1: In recent years, state agencies have used purported habitat and wildlife concerns as a reason to implement new regulations on farmers and ranchers. Those regulations have impacted the livelihoods or rural residents. What...
Age: 55 Hometown: Manson, Iowa Family: Married to Dr. Stephen Thew, raised our four children in Spokane County (one died in 2022). Education: Relevent or Volunteer Experience: No political experience. Relevant professional experiences include practicing as a board certified emergency physician for about 15 years, then teaching predominantly Health Policy and Law and Professionalism as a Lecturer-MPH for Eastern Washington University, and most recently serving as a staff...
LIND - A local man is donating pumpkins to Ralston and other areas as a tribute to his son. Rod Melcher, 56, of Lind, delivered a load of pumpkins to Boxwood Garden on First Avenue in Ritzville on Saturday, Oct. 19. Melcher said his son Cole Melcher started growing the gourds, but passed away in 2016. So, the elder Melcher carried on with the tradition as a tribute to his son. Melcher said the rest of this load will go to Ralston Grange Hall on State Highway 261 for the...
RITZVILLE - Lind-Ritzville/Sprague had a shock as its homecoming game just got underway Friday, Oct.18, when Northwest Christian (Colbert) immediately scored on the opening kickoff. The Broncos chased after the Crusaders much of the game with the local team not getting on the scoreboard until 1:13 was left on the clock in the third quarter; the Crusaders had already racked up 35 points. The Crusaders did not score again, but the Broncos got on the scoreboard a second time,...
RITZVILLE — The No. 8-ranked Lind-Ritzville/Sprague girls volleyball team took two losses and a win on the court last week. On Tuesday, Oct. 15, the Bronco girls (11-3, 7-2 in league) swept Upper Columbia Academy, 3-0. Set scores were 25-19, 25-11 and 25-13, on the road at the school just outside Spangle. But they were shocked by another Spangle rival, the Liberty Liberty, 3-1, on Thursday, Oct. 17. Set scores were 16-25, 16-25, 26-24 and 20-25. Then in a rematch of last year’s state title game, the Manson Trojans...
REARDAN - Lind-Ritzville/Sprague runners wrapped up their regular season Friday, Oct. 18, at the Northeast 2B League Championships at Reardan High School. The Broncos were paced by freshman Reagan Korthuis, who finished 32nd in the girls 5,000-meter race in a time of 25:33.10. The long girl running for the Broncos, she had the highest place of any Lind-Ritzville competitor. The Broncos boys best finish was 44th, with senior Cameron Christianson completing the 5,000 -meter...
It's my great honor to endorse Jerrod Sessler for the United States Congress. During my time in public life, I have gotten to know and work with many people in or people seeking office. I don't lend my name to candidates or causes that I don't believe in, but when you come across a candidate of Jerrod's caliber it makes that decision easy. This is especially true when we have all gotten to see how far out of touch with his constituent's Jerrod's opponent, Dan Newhouse, has become. Because Dan and his campaign handlers know...
When President Biden warned FEMA does not have enough money to finish the hurricane season let alone the entire year, it was surprising. Suddenly, we discovered federal disaster relief money may be insufficient for future hurricanes, wildfires, and earthquakes relief. The frequency of major hurricanes and massive wildfires is draining federal accounts, and replacement funds only add to our soaring national debt. That debt is weighing on our ability to operate our national...
I am requesting the attention of all Washingtonians, but especially Christians. Please vote in this year’s election. The issues we face are serious. Transgender ideology has infected our children’s schools. Grocery bills are painfully high. Christian values are being silenced and slandered. My current home, Texas, is being trespassed by violent criminals being allowed into our country daily. And my home state Washington, you too are among the victims — especially women and girls. We should be outraged. But the sad...
We would like to endorse Dan Blankenship to be reelected for the position of Adams County Commissioner District No. 1. He has held numerous leadership positions throughout his career and has used these experiences to be an effective advocate for progress in Adams County. We have known Dan for 40 years and he has always been fiscally responsible and mindful of how the taxpayer’s dollars are used. He has helped bring broadband access to our county and funding for road repairs such as the repaving project for Schoonover...
We know President Trump’s four-year track record — no wars, secure borders, energy independence (selling oil instead of buying from our enemies), lowest unemployment in decades, highest employment of black persons, fulfilled promise to bring U.S. Embassy to Jerusalem, built up our military, initiated Space Force to help protect America and still fighting for America despite getting shot and a second attempt on his life by Democrat operatives. And that’s only a partial list. We also know Kamala Harris’ track record....
Lind-Ritzville High School homecoming queen Senior Claire Wellsandt, 18, holds court with admirers Jackie Walker, 11, left, and Lucy Wellsandt, 8, right, at the school's homecoming game versus Northwest Christian High School Oct. 18, 2024. For more on Lind-Ritzville High School homecoming see Page...
LIND - The following residents are celebrating anniversaries and birthdays from Oct. 23-29: Anniversaries Oct. 27 - Brandon and Melissa Knodel Oct. 29 - LeRoy and Val Watson Birthdays Oct. 23 - Thomas Mercer and Kelsey Labes Oct. 24 - Amy Reid, Amy Reimer and Jamie Schmunk Oct 25 - Emily Grace Aby Oct. 26 - Ben Phillips Oct. 28 - Kim Schofstoll, Willow Rountree, Chirs Steinmetz and Carlos Vulleumier Oct. 29 - Mariah...
Summer has waved goodbye, school bells are ringing and we at the library are diving headfirst into our jam-packed programming schedule. Get ready for a lineup of shiny new programs and the return of your all-time favorites — there’s a lot to get excited about. In September, we had the wonderful opportunity to host the Pacific Science Center from Seattle, allowing them to visit numerous schools in our service area. They brought along their Science on Wheels van, spending an entire day at each school and concluding their...
John J. Cook June 16, 1942- Oct. 5, 2024 The Cook family lost their beloved husband, father, and grandfather, John on Oct. 5, 2024. He was born June 16, 1942 in Peoria, IL to John and Thelma Cook. He spent most of his childhood in Arizona. After attending Flagstaff High School he joined the Navy in 1959. He married his high school sweetheart Carol in 1963 and they were married for more than 60 wonderful years. They were blessed with three sons, John, Charlie and Mike. He was...
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No WA05000070-23-1-FT TO No 230504798-WA-MSI PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER 61.24 ET. SEQ. Grantor: JACK D GUSKE, AN UNMARRIED MAN, JACK D GUSKE Current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust: Matrix Financial Services Corporation Original Trustee of the Deed of Trust: CHICAGO TITLE COMPANY Current Trustee of the Deed of Trust: MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps Current Mortgage Servicer of the Deed of Trust: RoundPoint Mortgage Servicing LLC Reference Number of the Deed of...
NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF SPOKANE No. 24-4-02075-32 In the Matter of the Estate of: PATRICIA L. BULLIS, Deceased. The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of the Estate of Patricia L. Bullis, Deceased. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070, by...
NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF SPOKANE No. 24-4-02074-32 In the Matter of the Estate of: ROBERT G. BULLIS, Deceased. The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of the Estate of Robert G. Bullis, Deceased. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070, by...
PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR ADAMS COUNTY No. 24-4-00028-01 In the Matter of the Estate of JOAN M. PLAGER, Deceased. The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent that arose before the decedent’s death must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on...
PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR ADAMS COUNTY No. 24-4-00027-01 In the Matter of the Estate of WALTER G. IVY, JR., Deceased The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent that arose before the decedent’s death must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving...
PUBLIC NOTICE Summary of ORDINANCE 24-02 AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF LIND, WASHINGTON, GRANTING A NONEXCLUSIVE TELECOMMUNICATIONS FRANCHISE TO ADAMS COUNTY AND OTHER MATTERS PROPERTY RELATING THERETO. Copies of the complete ordinance are available during regular business hours at Town Hall, 116 ½ W 2nd St. Lind, WA. Charges may apply. Barbara Pence, Clerk/Treasurer Published: October 23,...
CALL FOR BIDS The Adams County Mosquito Control District does hereby call for bids on (1) – 2025 4x4 ½ ton gas pickup and bids on the sale of a 2018 Chevrolet 4X4 ½ ton regular cab gas pickup with 21,598 miles. Bids for each will be received until 1:00 PM, November 13, 2024. For further information on specifications call (509) 488-2661 or e-mail at [email protected]. Signed David Beus, Manager Published October 23 and 30,...
PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR LINCOLN COUNTY No. 24-4-00050-22 In the Matter of the Estate of JEANNE L. SCHRAG, Deceased The Co-Personal Representatives named below have been appointed as co-personal representatives of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent that arose before the decedent’s death must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by...
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS FOR THE TOWN OF LIND, WASHINGTON Notice is hereby given that Public Hearings will be held at the Lind Community Church – 114 E. 5th Street on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 starting at 6:00 p.m. for the purpose of reviewing the property tax levy, reviewing the 2025 budget and discussing the water, sewer and garbage rates. The regular Town Council Meeting will follow. A copy of the proposed budget may be obtained at Lind Town Hall, 116 ½ W. 2nd Street, Lind, WA 99341. Any citizen has...
STATE OF WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY AMENDED NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR SEASONAL CHANGE/TRANSFER OF WATER RIGHT UNDER ONE (1) SUPERSEDING GROUND WATER CERTIFICATE TAKE NOTICE: That John Hyer of Moses Lake, WA, has made application for SEASONAL change/transfer of water right in order to change a portion of the place of use and add/change the points of withdrawal as granted under Superseding Ground Water Certificate No. G3-00214. That Superseding Ground Water Certificate No. Adjudicated G3-00214 authorizes the withdrawal...
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the meeting of the Board of Commissioners of Adams County Public Hospital District No. 2 will be held on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 5:30pm. The meeting will be held at East Adams Rural Hospital in the conference room downstairs. *There is no longer a Zoom option. John Kragt, Chair Board of Commissioners East Adams Rural Healthcare Published October 16 and 23,...
