Eastern Adams County's Only Independent Voice Since 1887
Eastern Adams County's Only Independent Voice Since 1887
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Gritman Senior Center want to thank everyone who helped make our BBQ such a big success. It was overwhelming participation of the community. We cannot thank you enough. To those who we had to turn away because we ran out, we apologize. It was a first time experience with anything that successful and the learning curve was big. To the BBQ crew your were tremendous. The kitchen helpers and relief people thank you all for your time and the hard work. None of this would have happened without you. These efforts are what help keep...
The commentator in “Pity the Poor Streamers” (8/28/13), writes: “…we need renewable energy. But we also need oil, natural gas – and, yes, coal – if we are to meet future energy demands.” “Streamers” refers to birds who are incinerated by super-heated air surrounding solar arrays in California-Nevada. I love birds and hate for them to die like this. But, free-ranging domestic cats are estimated to kill 1.4 to 3.7 billion birds annually. And fossil fuels are responsible for far more bird fatalities than solar or wind. Burning...
One thing I like about this part of Adam County is the number of good churches found here. Some, like my home church of Benge Community Church, are more off the beaten path; but after the country drive to get there, we always feel like we’ve arrived home to family. The dear people in Benge have become like family to us; and they really are, because we are all part of God’s family. With all of the many children there are in Benge, I am reminded of how Jesus said to let the little children come unto Him for the kingdom of God...
On Oct. 18 and 19 the Lind-Ritzville Band will be selling pumpkins to support their activities. They will be located on the corner of First Avenue and Division Street in the vacant lot near the hardware store. The pumpkins are locally grown and provided from Owen York’s pumpkin patch and the Kison Family pumpkin patch. Pumpkins will be available to purchase on Saturday at 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. and on Sunday from noon until 2 p.m. Prices for the pumpkins begin at $1. They have many colors including white, striped and t...
Jack C. Scheeler, 89, a resident of Lind died on October 8,. Jack was born on December 13, 1924 to John, Sr. and Hilda (Floether) Scheeler, one of 10 children: Amelia, Ella, Esther, John, Jr., (Jack), Richard, Elsie “Gerry”, Beth, Marjorie, and Don. Jack graduated from Lind High School and continued the family dryland wheat farming tradition. Jack married Irene Fode, also of Lind, on September 18, 1953. They had two daughters: Marcia born in 1955 and Janet in 1958. Jack and...
After a tough homecoming match the Lady Broncos took on the Saint George’s Dragons in an away game. The Broncos were able to take the match in three despite being down a middle hitter. Madison Harder injured her ankle during the Wilbur-Creston match and therefore was unable to play during the away game. They also had two players who, due to sickness, had no voice. Head Coach Cari Galbreath said the team did a good job of taking care of business and maintaining their level o...
Gerry Schoesler and Patty Johnson were married on Saturday, Oct. 4, at the Zion Philadelphia UCC Church in Ritzville. After the small family service the couple attended their reception at Memories Diner. They will be making their home here in Ritzville before going on their honeymoon to the NFR Rodeo....
YARD OF THE MONTH. Gayle and Gary Robbins were selected as the recipients of the Yard of the Month award for their Seahawks themed yard. Rob Roettger presented the Robbins’ with the award....