Eastern Adams County's Only Independent Voice Since 1887
Eastern Adams County's Only Independent Voice Since 1887
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Tomorrow is the anniversary of one of those days that anyone around 55 and older will never forget. I know I won’t. I was in Mr. Wilsey’s 6th grade classroom when he was called out of the room. When he returned he said, “President Kennedy has been shot in Dallas. He’s dead.” Of all the classes that Mr. Wilsey took in college I’m sure that none of them prepared him for telling young students that their president had been assassinated. I know my fellow classmates were stunned th... Full story
While some people may not be aware of it, a significant amount of Northwest citizens’ power bills has nothing to do with the generation or delivery of electricity. Every year, Northwest ratepayers pay millions of dollars through their electric bills on measures to protect endangered salmon migrating through the Columbia River dams. This enormous investment is paying dividends – this year, nearly a million fall Chinook salmon have migrated to the Columbia River over just the past three months. Unfortunately, these inv... Full story
When Boeing warns that something is wrong, people listen – or at least they should. Our state’s largest manufacturer Boeing, with more than a century of history in Washington, employs more than 86,500 people and spends more than $4.6 billion a year with vendors and suppliers throughout the state. When it comes to Washington’s business climate, Boeing is our canary in the coalmine. When it starts gasping for air, something is wrong. Gov. Jay Inslee recognized that fact when he moved to convince Boeing to build its next-generat...
Oct. 31, 7:42 p.m. – Adams County Sheriff’s Office reported a traffic hazard on North Johnson Road and West Lind-Warden Road. Deputy Jeffrey Lane removed a portion of a car seat from the roadway. Oct. 31, 5:33 p.m. – Lind complainant advised of a vehicle on fire at North Johnson Road and West Lind-Warden Road. Deputy Lane later determined the vehicle had been stolen from Warden. Oct. 31, 9:34 a.m. – Richland complainant advised he had not seen or heard from his sister since Sunday when she went to a male’s residence...
The Life Care Center of Ritzville is having a bake sale to support the typhoon survivors in the Philippines on Tuesday, Nov. 26, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. The staff is also allowing locals to preorder their favorite pies, and orders must be placed by Nov. 22 at 2 p.m. by calling Terri or Josie at 659-1600. The bake sale is expected to have a large stock of traditional Thanksgiving goodies, and individuals are encouraged to show up early to purchase their favorite treat. The Life Care Center of Ritzville is also accepting... Full story