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Authors Jennifer Conner and Jackie Marilla are traveling to Ritzville on Friday, July 17, to discuss their book series, believed to be modeled after Ritzville, and provide a New Writers Workshop at the Ritzville Public Library. The authors are part of a four-series set called “The Pancake Club” and each story depicts a different tale of fictional small town romances. The books are set in a town called Mercy Ridge, which the location is believed to be modeled after Rit...
“Adventures on Promise Island” is the theme for Vacation Bible School at Washtucna Community Church on July 20-24 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. followed by lunch for everyone prepared by cook, Codi Titus. Each day at Seaside Celebration children participate in large-group music and skits led by youth counselors. After, the children attend classes taught by Carol Sullivan, Lora Hille, and Loretta Walker followed by a 30-minute rotation in crafts, music, and games. The event is open to ages four through seventh grade and is free, no...
The deadline to submit nominations for this year’s Ritzville Community Parade grand marshal has been extended to July 31, 2015. The Ritzville Area Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations from educational institutions, civic, social, business or religious groups or by any interested individual, and forms are available at the chamber office located at 111 W Main Avenue in downtown Ritzville. Areas of consideration include community service, personal accomplishment or awards, length of time living in the community, personal...
Primary Election ballots are sent to registered voters on Friday, July 17, for the August 4 Primary Election. On the ballot, voters in Adams County will be voting on the State Representative position for the Fourth District for two candidates to move on to the next election, while Lind residents will also be voting to move two candidates to the General Election ballot. Running for the State Representative office are Mary Dye, Richard Lathim and Kenneth Caylor. In Lind, incumbent Paula Bell is seeking reelection against... Full story
Lind, Ritzville and Washtucna Park and Recreation Districts have submitted annual maintenance and operation (M&O) levies for the Primary Election. Ballots are being sent to voters on July 17 for the Primary Election with all ballots to be returned no later than August 4. The Adams County Park and Recreation District No. 1 in Ritzville has adopted a resolution proposing a ballot measure for a special property tax of $120,000. The amount is an increase of $30,000 from previous years and equals $.35 per one thousand dollars of...
Vote 411.org, an internet-based Voter’s Guide produced by the League of Women Voters of Washington (LWVWA) in collaboration with local Leagues around the state, will be available online beginning July 17. Voters will be able to view their ballot, and compare each candidate’s answers to League-written questions against the other candidates in the same race. Voters will also be able to print their own personalized sample ballot, find instructions on how to register to vote, or transfer their voter registration address for the...
With the wheat harvest season already underway, the Ritzville Journal is asking farmers and harvest workers to contact the office regarding the opportunity to take photos of this year’s harvest. Any harvest crew interested in participating is asked to contact The Journal by calling the office at 659-1020....
Fourth of July weekend brought smiles and excitement with the annual parade through downtown Washtucna and activities followed in the park. Located at 287 SW Main Street is the future Washtucna Community Center and Historical Museum, which, thanks to the support of community members, had a successful weekend “yard sale” to get the project underway. Lee Ann Blankenship stated the support of the future center over the holiday weekend helped put the project into motion. Blankenship and other members working toward the goal of of... Full story
FIRST PLACE. Harlee Hennings (right) hoists the first place trophy in front of Ritzville Rodeo Queen Haley Oestreich and Aaliyah Yaegar. The three girls are part of the Ritzville Queen Team and received the first place prize for their participation in the Cheney Rodeo Days Parade on Saturday, July 11. -Photo courtesy of Johnny Carson...
Lifelong resident of Ritzville, Sheryl Lantrip, has moved into retirement after a dedicated 30 years with the Adams County Treasurer’s Office. In 1985, Lantrip read an ad for an open position in the investment department at the Adams County Treasurer’s Office. After applying and completing the interview process, she was hired by Louise Brewer. Lantrip stated she had no formal experience dealing with investing, county or government work but was excited and motivated about the...
GRAIN TERMINAL. With the 2015 wheat season starting two weeks early, and even three weeks early in parts of Adams County, farmers are seeing an initial decrease in yields throughout the county. At the Ritzville Warehouse grain terminal outside Ritzville, the piles of grain are just beginning to accumulate. Managers from Ritzville Warehouse Company and Gavilon Grain, dba Union Elevator, have reported reduced yields during the early season, which was brought on by hot weather... Full story
JULY YARD. The Ritzville Area Chamber of Commerce President Dave Ahrens (left) presented Ann and John Anderson with the July Yard of Month award earlier this month. The Andersons were selected because of their manicured lawn and excellent upkeep of their yard. -Photo courtesy of Jennifer Saunders...
Dave lived a fulfilled life. He died Friday, July 10th, surrounded by his family in Spokane. He was born in Imperial, NE and was raised on a dairy farm. That hard working ethic followed him through his life. He worked for 50 plus years in the tire industry, managing the Ritzville Tire Center for the last 16. He loved serving this community and lending a helping hand. Dave made several friends over the last 67 years. He had a wide variety of skill sets and hobbies. He enjoyed...
SOFTBALL. The Lind-Ritzville/Sprague softball award winners were (from left)Kim Gimmaka, Most Inspirational and Offensive awards; Sara Aldrich, Captains and Defensive awards; Jana Mattox, Captains and Bronco (MVP) awards. -Journal photo by Courtney Geschke...
Barbara Lou Borth Van Buren, died July 6 in Lewiston Idaho. She was born December 22, 1939, in Lind to parents Rudolph and Barbara Borth. Services were held at the Grace Lutheran Church in Lewiston on Saturday, July 11....
In the middle of fire season, Smokey the Bear’s cautious message resonates through all of us: only YOU can prevent wildfires. However, fire prevention was an issue long before Smokey ever reminded us it was. Now more than ever, Congress is working to lessen the impacts of wildfires. Smokey the Bear is the longest running public service advertising campaign in American history. In 1942, the Cooperative Forest Fire Prevention Campaign used Walt Disney’s Bambi—on loan for one year only—to advertise wildfire prevention. The cam... Full story
It’s been over a week ago that the USA women won the soccer World Cup. They dominated their challengers by not allowing the other teams to score. It wasn’t until the final when Japan scored a couple of goals but by then it was a bit too late. It’s a bit unusual when a player scores more than one goal in a World Cup final let alone a Hat Trick, three goals, all in the first half. I really had the intention of watching the match like many of you probably did. But I had a few t... Full story
Recently, Mark and I spent four days at the Wild Horse Resort near Pendleton, Oregon. WH is a golf course, RV park, casino, hotel, and all-around good place to spend a few days away. A daughter and son-in-law joined us there. We had booked a package, which included our room, endless golf, a cart, and numerous coupons for discounts here and there in the resort. We had to book tee-off times, which was different for us, but the resort was very accommodating, and there were plenty of options. At Ritzville, certain groups claim... Full story
The 2015 Primary Election is here Lind, Wash. Has 3 people running for council position No. 4. Candidate No. 1 Richard Baldwin Is not gainfully employed- does not abide by Town of Lind ordinances- has zero experience for the position. Candidate No. 2 John Claypool Has been appointed to a town council position twice in the past. When his appointed terms were up, he never once declared himself a candidate for the position he held. Candidate No. 3 Paula Bell Paula was appointed to fill a vacancy on the Town Council and was elect... Full story
In May I took a tour bus with Alpha Omega, went south toward Worley on Hwy 395 rest stop before Moscow. We stopped in Moscow, and saw the Appaloosa Heritage Center, continuing south on 95 to Lewiston, explored Lewis and Clark Discovery Center at Hells Gate Park. We msfr a visit to Jack O’Conner Hunting Heritage and Education center. May 6 our journey began 112 mile adventure in the Snake River and Hells Canyon along with learning the history of the area. Come and join us as we explore new places and maybe not so new p... Full story
The Supreme Court has ruled on the Red Party’s attempt to trim Obama’s ACA program. Most of it will remain the same. How will this affect us and what will the future bring? On average, premiums for 2015 are between two percent and four percent higher than 2014. However, many younger and healthier people are forgoing insurance and this will make risk pools more costly. After another full year of more costly medical claims some insurers in some states will raise rates. Drastically! They are in business to make money! The ACA...
Town of Lind Residents, As a concerned citizen of Lind I am writing to ask you to re-elect Pula Bell to the town council. I have been attending council meetings for the last year and have noticed that Paula asks questions and is very concerned with the budget. Paula came to Lind in August of 1976 as a high school teacher teaching accounting and typing and has been advocating for the town and school ever since. I ask you to check things out carefully for yourself, then please vote for Paula Bell the clear choice. Jeanette...
The threat posed by wildfire has been on the forefront of Washingtonians’ concerns this year for good reason, and Congress is moving forward with legislation to help prevent catastrophic wildfires. This week is the one-year anniversary of the start of the tragic Carlton Complex Fire in Okanogan County. The most destructive in state history, the fire grew rapidly, destroying forests, hundreds of homes and businesses. The fire burned more than a quarter million acres. I have seen firsthand the lasting environmental and e... Full story
We associate air pollution with big cities, but millions of people are feeling the impacts of pollution from wildfires burning from California to Alaska and as far east as Colorado. It is one of the worst years on record for forest fires and we will spend billions to fight the fires and protect people, homes and businesses. Mammoth forest fires have been around for centuries. In a single week in September 1902, the Yacolt Burn engulfed more than a half million acres and killed 56 people in the Columbia River Gorge and around...
LRS TRACK. The Lind-Ritzville/Sprague track and field team honored athletes for their achievements at a banquet after the track season had concluded. The award winners at the annual banquet were (back row, from left) Katie Manke, Most inspirational; Kate Schell, Captains and Coaches award; Randy Heidenreich, head coach; Alan Field, Most Improved; Heidi Hennings, Coaches award; Lance Marquardt, Assistant coach; (front row) Felicia Ziemer, Coaches award, Cailtlin Jeske,...