Fire, water, sewer projects part of Othello facilities proposal
OTHELLO — Establishing a municipal fire department and building a new sewer plant, animal shelter and facility to treat surface water are among the projects under consideration in Othello’s six-year capital facilities proposal. Othello City Council members reviewed it Monday as part of ongoing budget discussions.
Mattawa well rehab underway
MATTAWA — The second phase of a project to rehabilitate Mattawa’s oldest well is underway with the removal of the old well house in Hund Memorial Park.
Port of Othello focused on large and small business development
OTHELLO — The Port of Othello’s mission can be summed up in one sentence. “The port is here to bring jobs and build Adams County and the Othello area,” said Executive Director Chris Faix.
Adams County 2024 election results certified
RITZVILLE — With the final results in, about 64.99% of eligible Adams County voters cast ballots in the 2024 general election. The results were certified Tuesday. That’s lower than county turnout in the last two presidential elections. Turnout was 76% in 2020 and 72.6% in 2016.
Two Othello roundabouts scheduled for 2025 construction
OTHELLO — While the timelines haven’t been determined yet, two new roundabouts are planned for spring and summer 2025 around Othello. One on State Route 17 will impact travelers who may ordinarily bypass the city.
Othello residents invited to weigh in on parking regs
OTHELLO — Othello residents are being asked for their suggestions for some off-street parking regulations. Othello Planning Commission members are reviewing regulations for RVs and other vehicles, providing adequate sight distance at intersections, and some regulations governing alley parking. Their recommendations will go to the Othello City Council for consideration.
Christmas lights, music, fireworks at Othello celebration
OTHELLO — Othello celebrated the coming of the Christmas season with a day of games, food, fireworks and a parade full of twinkling lights, costumes and candy Dec. 7.
Mattawa PD reports gang-related shooting
MATTAWA – The Mattawa Police Department released a report regarding a shooting that occurred Saturday night in the 100 block of second street. Officers from MPD and Grant County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrived at the scene and recovered evidence.
ACSO announces award winners for 2024
RITZVILLE – The Adams County Sheriff’s Office released a statement about the annual staff award winners. The 2024 honorees were Magaret Kuen for dispatcher of the year, Commander Kelly Watkins for corrections officer of the year, Sergeant Darryl Barnes for supervisor of the year, Deputy Jesus Montes for deputy of the year and Corporal Cale Yount for an honorable mention.
Adams Co. Commission workshop addresses Othello homeless camp
OTHELLO — Adams County officials didn’t come to any conclusions about ways to address the challenges presented by a homeless encampment west of Othello in a discussion Wednesday afternoon. But Adams County Commissioner Jay Weise said the meeting was a start toward finding answers, not the end.
