Old-fashioned fun hits 'Tucna

WASHTUCNA - This was the place to be in Adams County to celebrate Independence Day, last Thursday, July 4.

A small crowd sat in the shadow of Main Street buildings to watch the Independence Day parade.

Bassett Park was filled for a community barbecue, compete with hamburgers, hot dogs, watermelon and ice cream.

And nearly 20 teams signed up to compete in the inaugural Sonny's Iron Slinging Horseshoe Tournament.

This year's parade theme was "Country Life."

Madison Bartlett of Ritzville led the Kiddie Parade in advance of the main parade, which included Adams County deputies handing out candy al...