Election Office readies for filings

RITZVILLE – The Adams County Auditor’s Office is gearing up for election season.

Candidate filing runs from Monday, May 15, through Friday, May 19.

Dozens of offices will be on the ballot this year, including Ritzville mayor and four seats on the City Council.

Othello and Hatton, too have for seats open on their councils, with the Hatton mayoral position up for grabs, too.

Washtucna has three town council seats on the ballot.

School districts with positions on the ballot include North Franklin, three seats; Othello, three seats; Benge, four seats; Washtucna, two seats; LaCrosse, three seats; L...