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  • Senior Menus

    Updated Jul 18, 2024

    RITZVILLE – Here are the meals being offered by the H.E. Gritman Senior Center in Ritzville and the Lind Senior Center in Lind. H.E Gritman Senior Center The H.E. Gritman Senior Center is serving the following: • Wednesday, July 10 - Ham, mashed potatoes, vegetable and biscuit. • Thursday, July 11 - Taco salad and roll. • Monday, July 15 - Sloppy joe, chips and vegetable. • Tuesday, July 16 - German sausage, sauerkraut, mashed potatoes and vegetable. • Wednesday, July 17 - Chicken caesar salad and roll. – All meals are ser...

  • Doris B. Schoessler

    Updated Jul 12, 2024

    Doris B. Schoessler 1927 – 2024 Doris Bernice Wise Schoessler, beloved sister, wife, mother and dedicated registered nurse passed away June 28, 2024, the age of 97, in Spokane, Wash. She leaves behind a legacy of compassion, dedication and love that will be forever cherished by all who knew her. The daughter of David and Verna Wise, Doris grew up on the family homestead on the South Fork of Mill Creek, where she went to grade school and later Colville High School. Doris enlist...

  • PUBLIC NOTICE

    Liz Powell, Ritzville Journal|Updated Jul 8, 2024

    PUBLIC NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING TIME CHANGE Notice is given that the Board of Directors of the Washtucna School District #109 has changed the time of the regular meeting scheduled for July 23rd, 2024 from 7 pm to 7 am. Published July 10 and 17, 2024...

  • NOTICE OF BUDGET HEARING & ADOPTION MEETING

    Liz Powell, Ritzville Journal|Updated Jul 8, 2024

    NOTICE OF BUDGET HEARING & ADOPTION MEETING The Washtucna School District No. 109, Adams County, WA, has prepared the budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year. A copy of the budget will be furnished to any person during business office hours of 8am-4pm. The Washtucna School District Board of Directors will meet in a public meeting on 7/23/2024 at 7:00 am at 730 E. Booth Ave., Washtucna, WA, or online via Zoom, for the purpose of adopting the 2024-25 budget and four-year budget plan. Any person may appear at this meeting and be...

  • PUBLIC NOTICE STATE OF WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY

    Liz Powell, Ritzville Journal|Updated Jul 8, 2024

    PUBLIC NOTICE STATE OF WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CHANGE/TRANSFER OF WATER RIGHT UNDER TWO (2) GROUND WATER CERTIFICATES TAKE NOTICE: That Brian Baumann, Baumann Farm Inc. of Washtucna, WA, has made application for change/transfer of water right in order to add one point of withdrawal as granted under Superseding Ground Water Certificate Nos. G3-01543C and G3-01548C. That Superseding Ground Water Certificate No. G3-01543C authorizes the withdrawal of 1400 gallons per minute, 1867-acre feet per...

  • CITY OF RITZVILLE

    Liz Powell, Ritzville Journal|Updated Jul 8, 2024

    PUBLIC NOTICE CITY OF RITZVILLE, WASHINGTON ADVERTISEMENT FOR REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR THE CITY GOLF COURSE MANAGER CONTRACT Submittal of an electronic copy of the proposals will be received by the City of Ritzville, Washington, emailed to Julie Flyckt at [email protected] with the subject being: ‘CITY OF RITZVILLE GOLF COURSE MANAGER’ until 2:00 PM on July 15, 2024. The City Golf Course Manager is an independent contractor for the City of Ritzville. The contractor is required to provide their own health and lia...

  • ADAMS COUNTY NOTICE TO CONSULTANTS FOR REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS

    Liz Powell, Ritzville Journal|Updated Jul 8, 2024

    ADAMS COUNTY NOTICE TO CONSULTANTS FOR REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS General Architectural Services - Facilities Adams County solicits interest from consulting firms with expertise in General Architectural Services – Facilities. PROJECT DESCRIPTION The work to be performed by the CONSULTANT consists of performing general architectural services for various County owned facilities on an on-call basis. The major features of this work are as follows but not limited to: • Budget level estimates • As-built drawings • Aid in equipme...

  • PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS

    Liz Powell, Ritzville Journal|Updated Jul 8, 2024

    PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF SPOKANE Case No.: 24-4-01068-32 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JUANITA H. LYLE, Deceased. The Personal Representatives named below have been appointed as 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 a...

  • Surplus Sale

    Liz Powell, Ritzville Journal|Updated Jul 8, 2024

    Surplus Sale The Board of Directors of Washtucna School District #109 has declared old inventory as surplus. List of items available online at www.tucna.wednet.edu. Items are offered for sale to public and private schools in Washington State until 4pm, August 1, 2024. Items remaining will be offered to the public August 15, 2024. The Board of Directors reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Email [email protected] for information. Published July 3 and 10, 2024...

  • PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS

    Liz Powell, Ritzville Journal|Updated Jul 8, 2024

    PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR ADAMS COUNTY No. 24-4-00013-01 In the Matter of the Estate of RAY ALLEN RICE, 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 or m...

  • Public Notice

    Liz Powell, Ritzville Journal|Updated Jul 8, 2024

    Public Notice Announcing Scoping Meeting East Columbia Basin Irrigation District Odessa Groundwater Replacement Program East Columbia Basin Irrigation District (ECBID) and project partners seek federal funding through the U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Watershed Protection and Flood Prevention Program, Public Law 83-566 (PL 83-566). These funds are needed to assist in the construction of surface water distribution systems that would replace acre-for-acre groundwater irrigation on...

  • No Perfect People Allowed

    Steve Schofstoll|Updated Jul 8, 2024

    “If I walked through the doors of your church, the walls would fall down.” This statement, or ones similar to it, have been said to me on more than one occasion over the years that I’ve pastored our church. By saying this, the person is implying that they feel they are not worthy to enter a place they deem too good for them. Recently, two men were working at our church in a place where there is no light. While holding a flashlight, one said to the other within range of my hearing, “This must be where they keep the sinners...

  • NOTICE OF TAX JUDGMENT SALE

    Liz Powell, Ritzville Journal|Updated Jul 8, 2024

    NOTICE OF TAX JUDGMENT SALE IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF ADAMS No. 21-2-00069-01 ADAMS COUNTY, a municipal corporation, Plaintiff, vs. The estate of MICHAEL BARNES, heirs and devisees of MICHAEL BARNES; The estate of TAMARRA J. BASS, heirs and devisees of TAMARRA J. BASS; The estate of THELMA M. FREEMAN, heirs and devisees of THELMA M. FREEMAN; HAROLD L. KENNEDY, a single man, and LINDA N. GARCIA, a single woman, and ALLIANCE ONE RECEIVABLES MANAGEMENT INC., as trustee; The estate...

  • Old-fashioned fun hits 'Tucna

    The Journal|Updated Jul 8, 2024

    WASHTUCNA - This was the place to be in Adams County to celebrate Independence Day, last Thursday, July 4. A small crowd sat in the shadow of Main Street buildings to watch the Independence Day parade. Bassett Park was filled for a community barbecue, compete with hamburgers, hot dogs, watermelon and ice cream. And nearly 20 teams signed up to compete in the inaugural Sonny's Iron Slinging Horseshoe Tournament. This year's parade theme was "Country Life." Madison Bartlett of...

  • Hennings to represent state at nationals

    Matthew Strissel, The Journal|Updated Jul 8, 2024

    RITZVILLE - Heading into his junior year at Lind-Ritzville High School, state champion trapshooter Hayes Hennings is already making a name for himself on the national stage. From July 14-20, Hennings will represent Washington at the national trap shooting competition in Rock Springs, Wyo., through the National High School Rodeo Association. "I'm really proud of him," Hayes's mother Michelle Hennings said. "When he puts his mind to setting goals, he works really hard to get whe...

  • Farms receive solar grants

    The Journal|Updated Jul 8, 2024

    RITZVILLE — Two area farms will receive $40,000 in grants to convert power generation abilities to “renewable” energy. USDA Rural Develop-ment grants were recently awarded to Schoesler Farms, and Baumann Baumann and Baumann Farm. Schoesler Farms Inc., owned by Sen. Mark and Gail Schoesler, will receive a $20,000 renewable energy grant to purchase and install a 12.15 kW solar array. The funds will be used to replace or generate 16,665 kWh annually. The new solar array will generate enough electricity to power two homes, the U...

  • Public Records

    Updated Jul 8, 2024

    Sheriff’s Log RITZVILLE – The Adams County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following calls for service from June 23-29: June 23 12:09 a.m. – Subject was found walking on foot to their parents’ house, the deputies gave them a courtesy found in the area of West Bench Road and McKinney Road. 7:19 p.m. – Agency assist regarding an erratically driving subject on the 2100 block of East Schoessler Road. 8:38 p.m. – Report of a threatening call, subject was contacted and gave a gesture with their hands and deputies found no thre...

  • Two area airports receive federal funds

    The Journal|Updated Jul 8, 2024

    OTHELLO — Two area airports will be receiving funds from the federal Airport Improvement Program to enhance aviation centers. Othello Municipal Airport will receive $448,000 and Odessa Municipal Airport will receive $100,000. The fund were among $47.1 million in FAA Re-authorization Act dollars allocated to airports in Washington state last month. Nationally, $600 million was allocated. Othello’s airport was allocated the funds to seal the pavement and joins on its apron, runway, taxilane and taxiway. The funds allocated to...

  • FROM THE FILES

    Updated Jul 8, 2024

    8 Years Ago Adams County News July 12, 1899 Irby & Benward finished up a well on July 8 for Mr. Carl Ewald at a depth of 238 feet thirteen miles west of town after only ten days drilling. Sheriff H.E. Hill informs us that the Inland Telephone and Telegraph Co. of Spokane have the poles and wires up as far as the Chris Kyriss place which is ten miles east of Ritzville on the Sprague road. We will soon be connected up with the long distance telephone. 100 Years Ago Ritzville-Journal Times July 10, 1924 First visit in twenty...

  • Loper decision is a victory

    Paul Guppy|Updated Jul 8, 2024

    The Loper family own Loper Bright Enterprises, a modest New England-based fishing business. They pursue the same dream shared by many Americans – to provide their customers with quality service at a fair price while making a good living. Recently, however, the bureaucrats at the National Marine Fisheries Service had other ideas. The agency's budget was tight, so they decided to make the Lopers, along with similar family-owned businesses, pay for a government on-board i...

  • The time for gray wolf management to change is now

    Pam Lewison|Updated Jul 8, 2024

    The gray wolf population in Washington state set a reproduction record, growing by an astounding 44 animals in 2023. The state’s wolf population has increased for 15 years in a row and is now at its highest level since it was listed. The question is, what will it take for the state to change its management policy for the predators? Last year we proposed a state delisting of gray wolves in the eastern-most third of Washington state. We also proposed an incremental, local a...

  • Esther Elizabeth Oestreich (Wilhelm)

    Updated Jul 8, 2024

    Esther Elizabeth Oestreich (Wilhelm) Esther Elizabeth Oestreich (Wilhelm), 91, passed away June 28, 2024 in Spokane, Wash. Esther was born in Ritzville to parents Jacob and Elizabeth (Miller) Wilhelm on October 27, 1932. She joined five siblings, Henry, Lydia, Dena, Doris, and Frieda. Later, two younger brothers joined the Wilhelm family, Robert and Richard, and together they grew up in Ritzville. While growing up, she worked at the movie theater and continued to do so after...

  • Lind church gets a new cross

    Dale Brown, The Journal|Updated Jul 8, 2024

    LIND – Seven men were on hand to hoist a bronze cross into place on the Lind Calvary Assembly of God church on Friday, June 28. Local bronze sculptor Lamar Thiel, who had previously designed crosses for the Church of the Nazarene and Zion Philadelphia Church in Ritzville, witnessed the installation. The cross, measuring 8 by 5 feet and weighing roughly 80 pounds, was lifted into place with a system of pulleys and ropes provided by Randy Gust. Once installed, Pastor Steve S...

  • Elaine (Vostral) Fracchia

    Updated Jul 8, 2024

    Elaine (Vostral) Fracchia June 17, 1943 –Apr. 23, 2024 Elaine passed away peacefully surrounded by family. Elaine’s life was rich with rewarding experiences, much of which faded away due to Alzheimer’s. Elaine was born and raised on a farm in Ritzville. She left the farm after high School for nursing school at Sacred Heart in Spokane. Her career spanned 46 years caring for others. After graduation in 1964 she married Vic Fracchia and left Washington State and moved to Calif...

  • Lind Birthdays and Anniversaries

    Updated Jul 8, 2024

    LIND — The following residents are celebrating birthdays and anniversaries between July 10-16: Anniversaries July 10 — Aaron and Amy Reimer July 12 — David and Ana Lobe July 14 — Bradley and Traci Wills July 15 — James and Lexi Stevenson Birthdays July 10 — Annie Trunle Smart July 12 — Madison Stout July 13 — Justin Gering July 15 — Jennifer Bell and Wendy Heider-Shetter July 16 — Shelby Youngren and Erika Ramos...

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