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This summer, I have spoken with constituents across Central Washington, and many are rightly frustrated with the way federal agencies manage public lands. Almost one-third of our state is managed by the federal government. From wildfires to wildlife habitat to public access, federal policy can hinder or help our communities. Federal decision making has an enormous impact on the way these lands can be used, which in turn affects the economies of local rural communities. Washingtonians deserve a government that is more... Full story
China has a new industrial strategy that is capturing attention worldwide. It is striving to become an innovation economy using advanced automation, connected robots and artificial intelligence. China intends to shake the image of just being a nation for low-cost manufacturing. Instead, it wants to be known for producing cutting edge, reliable and high quality products – even making robots. According to the International Federation of Robotics (IFR), the Chinese are creating an “industrial internet” which gathers infor... Full story
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MEISE FAMILY REUNION. The Meise family held a family reunion on Sunday, Aug. 21, in Moses Lake. They had family attend from California, Colorado, Georgia and Washington ranging in ages from 4 to 94 years old. The event included family cooked corn on the cob, smoked beef roasts and chicken. All members of the family provided side dishes and desserts to contribute to the feast. -Photo submitted by Pat Meise... Full story
Economic expansion can prove to be fairly difficult without strategic planning and immense organization. The business potential of small communities can sometimes be overlooked if not actively marketed. The Adams County Development Council (ACDC) works tirelessly to conduct strategic plans to help expand and promote the county. ACDC is a nonprofit organization whose mission includes improving the county’s economic health while preserving its natural and historic attributes. T... Full story
The Lind-Ritzville/Sprague Broncos suffered their first loss on the home field since 2010 on Friday night when an experienced Asotin team ran away with a 27-0 victory. Asotin joined the Northeast 2B league for the first time this year, and have a core group of seniors leading the Panthers charge. The two teams remained locked at zero throughout the first quarter, but both the Panthers and the Broncos made advances down the field. Asotin put the first points on the scoreboard... Full story
David George Weber, 77, of Ritzville, died on Sept. 5 in Lind. Visitation will be public and held at Danekas Funeral Home – Ritzville, Friday Sept. 9, from noon to 6 p.m. A public graveside service will be held Saturday, Sept. 10, at Lind Cemetery at 12:15 p.m. and followed by a Funeral Service at Lind Community Church at 1 p.m. A full obituary will be posted at a later date....