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January of this year found the Ritzville Nazarene Youth Group facing how to fund a project to send some of their group to a Nazarene Youth Conference (NYC) in Phoenix in July. They advertised a raffle for a shopping spree at Harvest Foods. Tickets were $10 each, and the winner of the raffle would receive a one-person, two-cart, ten-minute shopping spree at the Harvest Foods grocery store. The March 2 drawing pulled the ticket that was purchased by Elizabeth Scoles from a member of the youth group who came to sell tickets at...
At the appointed six o'clock hour last Friday evening, the Eagles Aerie lounge and dining area quickly filled with local residents eager to do battle with hard-shelled crab legs and claws at the annual Crab Feed. Large cups of baked beans and coleslaw, two kinds of macaroni salad and garlic bread supported each plate filled with a crab-and-a-half (though it seemed like more). Preparers and meal servers provided attentive table service to ensure all were enjoying the...
If you were at Cheney High School on March 20, you would think you came to watch a track meet in the Himalayas. The sun was out, temperature was in the low 60’s, and under ordinary circumstances, it would be a fine day for a track meet. Even with snow covering the infield, and piles of snow dotting the landscape, the track was dry and fast. What you need to know, however, is that due to the late-winter snows, most participating teams had little preparation prior to the first meet of the season. In fact, Bronco athletes had b...
The Lind-Ritzville/Sprague Broncos baseball team stepped onto the diamond for the first time this season on March 22—with a twist. After the cancellation of the season-opening jamboree in Connell and two league doubleheaders, the Broncos took on the Colfax Bulldogs last Friday in what was supposed to be a home doubleheader. Instead, due to field conditions still not being at an appropriate level at either the Broncos or Bulldogs fields, the two teams traveled to Pullman for a neutral-site matchup at Bailey-Brayton Field, W...
After two cancelled games and a jamboree to start the season, the Lind-Ritzville/Sprague Lady Broncos softball team finally took the field on March 23, nearly a month after the first day of practice. The Lady Broncos hosted the Colfax Bulldogs for a league doubleheader, losing 13-2 and 21-3 to move to 0-2 on the very young season. Much of the damage from Colfax's bats came in the first inning in LRS' 13-2 loss. The Bulldogs scored six of their 13 runs in the first inning, but...
March 1, 08:47 — A complaint was received from Adult Protective Services reporting possible financial exploitation of an elderly adult. The case has previously been reported, investigated, and determined unfounded. A copy of the report was forwarded to APS. March 1, 11:00 — A request for assistance was received from a subject for a lift assist. An officer responded and assisted lifting a subject into his wheel chair. March 1, 11:48 — A complaint was received advising of hazardous conditions in front of a local business on Ma...
The Ralston Grange is hosting a “End Of Winter Family Party” at their hall in Ralston this Sunday, March 31. The event will start at 2:00 p.m. Attendees are asked to bring a either a snack, finger food or a dessert to share. There is no admission charge. The Grange will provide beverages. Entertainment for the whole family will be on stage with a number of musical and dance numbers lined up. There will be an “open mic” and anyone attending who would like to take part is also invited to share their talent with the group....
Under the 2014 Farm Bill, Congress enacted a number of disaster assistance programs to assist livestock producers affected by severe weather conditions. These programs, which have been reauthorized in the most current 2018 Farm Bill include the Livestock Indemnity Program (LIP) which provides financial compensation for livestock lost due to qualifying weather related causes; Livestock Forage Program (LFP) which covers losses to grazing lands due to wildfire and drought; and the Emergency Livestock Assistance Program (ELAP) wh...
The Wheat Land Communities’ Fair Board is accepting applications for 2019 fair royalty. Three positions are open to young ladies, 14-18 years of age who live within the boundaries of the Lind, Ritzville and Washtucna School Districts and are currently enrolled in school, entering grades 9-12 in the fall of 2019. Those selected to represent the Wheat Land Communities’ Fair will be the official hostesses at this years’ fair, which will be held Labor Day weekend, August 29th through September 1, 2019. The royalty will help...
Bonnie Lynn Templin passed away on Thursday March 21, 2019. A full obituary with a service time and date will run in a couple of weeks. Arrangements are handled by Danekas Funeral Home in Ritzville, WA....
Diane H. Schell, 83 of Bend, OR, entered rest January 10, 2019, surrounded by her children and grandchildren. She was born January 18, 1935, in Ralston, WA to Rudolph and Helen Knodel. She married Harmon Schell Sr. on April 6, 1956, in Ritzville, WA. Diane lived in Moses Lake, WA; Oakridge, OR and moved to Bend in the early 60s. She worked at Hatfield’s and Emporium and finally with St. Charles Medical Center. Diane enjoyed gardening and handiwork, but foremost she loved children and not just hers. She is survived by her s...
Eldo "Roy" Klein passed away peacefully on March 18, 2019 at the age of 89. Roy, the oldest of three children and only son, was born to Ray and Hulda Klein in Gackle, North Dakota on July 4, 1929. When Roy was a young boy, the Klein family moved to Ritzville. In high school, Roy excelled in football, basketball, baseball and track, receiving 12 Red "R" varsity letters; a feat he was extremely proud of. Roy's fondest sports memory was playing baseball for Marcellus Grange, Rals...
Dear Friends, This week brought some happy news for those in the Legislature who like to spend, spend, spend. The year’s first state revenue forecast, released Wednesday, basically predicts there should be another $860 million available for the next state budget, on top of the billions that were already waiting when this year’s session began. I’m encouraged by the revenue forecast for a different reason: because there already was plenty of revenue to pay for existing programs and services, and improve on priorities like...
Dear Editor, For the past few weeks, I have been trying to figure out how to thank an entire community for everything they have done for us. And the truth is, there are no words that could ever express the depth of our gratitude. From all the thoughts and prayers, food, cards, the trips back and forth, generous donations, and of course the big dinner and auction! I know there are so many individuals, organizations and businesses that I need to thank and I'm afraid that I...
Caring Neighbors, the nonprofit entity established by Big Bend Electric Co-op, announced last week that their board recently donated over $10,000 to local area organizations. Among the donations included a $330 donation to the Lind-Ritzville High School publications class to help them purchase yearbooks and a $2,000 donation to the Adams County Parks & Recreation District No. 4 to help purchase swim lessons and passes for low-income families at the Ritzville Water Park. Other...
Next week (April 1–7) is National Public Health Week. Ritzville’s Public Library is celebrating by offering both “go” and “know” events for citizens’ benefit. A Community Health Walk (“GO”) is slated for Monday, April 1. Those who wish to attend are asked to meet in front of the library at noon. The walk is open to the public and all ages are welcome, as kids will be out of school for spring break. The walk begins at the library and follows the Ritzville walking trail to return. Some walkers could complete the walk in less...
The Ritzville City Council met for its regularly scheduled meeting on March 19, as they addressed a laundry list of items on the agenda. Ritzville Fire Department Chief Joel Bell notified the council that he traveled to Touchet on March 17 to take a look at and test-drive a used fire truck that could be purchased to replace the department’s current No. 3 truck. At a council meeting in February, Bell told the council that the department has been having problems with the current truck, which he said hardly ever gets ran due t...
A month past the opening of the renovated Pastime speaks to the positive changes and renovation work done at the iconic bar and grill. Sure, the front entry was temporarily closed due to a concrete threshold pour to keep patrons from tripping, but the side/rear entry opens up into a welcoming uncluttered open space. Off to the right, a large raised carpeted floor alcove punctuated by a white bearskin is eye-catching. A couple of wood love seats with pillows, a small round...