Fifth grade students participate in Arbor Day celebration

An energetic and enthusiastic group of fifth grade students from Ritzville Grade School gathered in Ritzville City Park on April 25 to celebrate Arbor Day. The students were responsible for planting nine trees at the park, under the instruction of the Ritzville City employees and teacher Janna Gingrich.

The morning’s activities began with a welcoming by Mayor Linda Kadlec and the presentation of the colors by Scout Troop 888 members Peyton Kiel, Michael Carruth and Dallas Killian. The mayor then read the Ritzville Arbor Day Proclamation. Tree Board member Mike Schrag introduced Dave Nelson of...