Eastern Adams County's Only Independent Voice Since 1887
Eastern Adams County's Only Independent Voice Since 1887
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The Lind-Ritzville/Sprague Lady Broncos ended the season after claiming a win against Reardan and falling to Asotin in the first round of the District Tournament. The team traveled to Franklin Park in Spokane on Wednesday, May 17, to compete against Reardan in a loser out game. Head Coach Todd O’Brien said the two teams’ were neck and neck until the fourth inning of the game. The teams had similar skill levels, which affected their chances of earning an early lead, he added. The LRS team started the game hesitant up to bat...
Recently, Washington state’s largest environmental, wildlife and natural resources agencies recognized 43 large forest landowners for their “exemplary efforts” to upgrade forest roads and stream crossings, which improved salmon habitat and water quality. After investing more than $300 million collectively, these landowners rebuilt 25,000 miles of forest roads, replaced over 6,000 in-stream barriers to migrating fish, and opened in excess of 3,500 miles of previously blocked spawning habitat. The recognition is miles...
Most lawmakers are back home while those involved in negotiations, and leaders like me, have spent much of these past four weeks at the Capitol. Once the negotiating teams reach agreements that are ready to go before the full Senate and House, everyone will return to Olympia for the votes needed to bring our work to a close for the year. There is progress on reforming the state’s education-funding system and figuring out the K-12 portion of the new state budget (which will be the largest part, so it takes priority). But the n...
Memorial Day weekend is here again. After a winter that wouldn’t quit, we are reminded that summer is going to be here soon. This is the season of class reunions and backyard barbecues, of graduations and picnics in the park. Millions of people are on the highways. Campgrounds are full. And we are amazed at how fast time has passed. However, we should always remember the real reason for Memorial Day, which is honoring our fallen heroes in uniform. Earlier this year in a joint session of Congress, President Trump chose to h...
The H.E. Gritman Senior Center is hosting a barbecue to raise funds for the facility on Friday, May 26. Mike Telecky will be preparing a meal of barbecue ribs, beans and a cookie for the cost of $8 per person. The event begins at 2 p.m. at the Senior Center and will go until all the ribs are gone.... Full story