RDDA plans to operate theater when renovations, upgrades are completed

The Ritzville Downtown Development Association is moving ahead with its plans to renovate and reopen The New Ritz Theatre.

When Dora Kramer and her family opted to retire from running the local movie house, the RDDA was faced with a number of difficult decisions.

The Kramer family ended its tenure as operators following the July 5, 6 and 7 showing of Monsters University.

The RDDA met Monday, July 8, to consider its options. The nonprofit organization has not yet raised all the funds necessary to replace the outdated electrical system or purchase the digital projection and sound system the moti...