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Donations sought for Othello Christmas baskets
OTHELLO — Donations are being accepted for the annual Christmas basket distribution in Othello. Co-chair Ken Johns…
Mattawa working to upgrade, restart Well 2, implement park improvements
MATTAWA – Mattawa Public Works Director Juan Ledezma and Gray & Osborne Civil Engineer Jamin Ankney provided an update to the Mattawa City Council on ongoing W…
Owners of Mattawa Fitness Club have big plans
MATTAWA — Ulises Sanchez and Hector Guerrero said their business started as one of those casual conversations, a couple of friends kicking around possibilities…
Othello development faces roadblock: No roundabout coming to SR 26 and 14th Avenue
OTHELLO — After an in-person meeting with a representative of the Washington State Department of Transportation, Port of Othello Executive Director Chris Faix …
Othello nears completion of Iron Horse Playground, accepts award
OTHELLO – Monday’s Othello City Council meeting featured recognition from playground manufacturer and researcher PlayCore for the city’s nearly completed Iron …
Big Bend co-op's Caring Neighbors donates $10K to local organizations
RITZVILLE – According to an April 3 announcement, nonprofit organization Caring Neighbors, a five-member volunteer board established by Big Bend Electric Co-op, recently donated more than $10,000 to eight local non…
Othello museum requests funds from Adams County
OTHELLO – The March 27 Adams County Commissioners’ meeting in Othello featured an update from the Othello Community Museum on its operations, as well as a requ…
Hands 'N Paws says temp shelter doing well one month in
OTHELLO — Hands ‘N Paws Animal Assistance officially began its contractual services for sheltering animals in the city of Othello March 1. After a month of ope…
Othello student wins $1,000 for Hiawatha art supplies
OTHELLO – Othello resident and fifth-grader at Hiawatha Elementary School Logan Hampton was selected as one of 40 national winners for his popsicle stick art a…
City, ACPR advisor discuss Othello animal control contract
OTHELLO — Retired veterinarian Ernie Summers addressed the Othello City Council during the Feb. 26 meeting to raise concerns about Adams County Pet Rescue’s sh…
Othello officers sworn in, Dorow appointed mayor pro tem
OTHELLO — Monday’s regular Othello City Council meeting featured a ceremony for the promotion and oath of office for Othello Police Officers Bryan Jacobsen and…
Reichert’s Showhouse in Othello for sale after 32 years of business
OTHELLO — Bob and Donna Reichert have owned and operated Reichert’s Showhouse 3 in Othello with their son Robert Reichert for 32 years. Now, they are selling t…
Mattawa votes on truck parking, construction regs
MATTAWA – Thursday’s regular Mattawa City Council meeting featured unanimous approval of a motion to amend the city’s truck regulations and a motion to approve…
Mattawa approves City Hall improvement funding application
MATTAWA – The Mattawa City Council approved the city’s most recent comprehensive plan and periodic update and a legislative appropriations application for impr…
Adams Co. Development Council director discusses growth
OTHELLO – Adams County Development Council Executive Director Kyle Niehenke attended the Port of Othello’s regular meeting Tuesday morning to share some of ACD…
Project Guardian: Mattawa police start program to ensure positive interactions with the developmentally disabled
MATTAWA – The Mattawa Police Department has begun implementing a program called Project Guardian intended to help members of the department be better trained a…