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Adams, S. Grant Co. EP&O levy requests being approved
EPHRATA — Educational and operations levy requests in three Grant County are still winning approval by substantial…
Othello mayor elect says a number of issues need attention
OTHELLO — Ken Johnson leads the race for Othello mayor in unofficial results updated Thursday afternoon, and said some issues require immediate attention if he…
Wahluke upsets Knights at Royal City
ROYAL CITY — The Wahluke Warriors (12-6) defeated the Royal Knights (13-4) 1-0 on Tuesday after outdueling them in overtime penalty kicks. It was a physical ga…
Adams County General Election results 2025
RITZVILLE — Othello voters are choosing a mayor and deciding the fate of a bond to repair the Othello pool; Lind voters are choosing a new mayor. Adams County …
Arizona woman injured in Adams County collision
CONNELL — A Golden Valley, Arizona, woman was airlifted to Kadlec Regional Medical Center in Richland after her car was hit about a mile north of Connell Monday morning.
Othello port, city considering need for Reynolds Road roundabout
OTHELLO — If, and how, a roundabout at State Route 26 and South Reynolds Road in Othello is built, and how to pay for it, prompted a sometimes-bitter debate th…
Work continuing on new Othello animal shelter
OTHELLO — Othello city officials will be advertising for bids for the new municipal animal shelter. “It’s still in development,” said Othello Mayor Shawn …
RITZVILLE CITY COUNCIL Q&A: Plumb vs. Ottmar
RITZVILLE – The race for Ritzville City Council consists of two candidates, Michelle Plumb and Eric Ottmar. Plumb responded to a set of five questions presente…
Community urged to take precautions against package thefts
OTHELLO – With the holiday season fast approaching, the Othello Police Department is increasing awareness about package thefts that have recently plagued the c…
Othello employee recognized for 20 years
OTHELLO — Public Works employee Felipe Martinez received a plaque recognizing 20 years with the city Oct. 13,
2023 operating loss at Ritzville hospital larger than reported
RITZVILLE — East Adams Rural Healthcare lost more money in 2023 than originally reported, according to an audit submitted to EARH commissioners Oct. 15. Joe Lo…
Othello voters considering $3.55M pool bond
OTHELLO — Othello voters will be asked to accept or reject a $3.55 million bond to pay for repairs to the Othello Community Pool, and renovations where needed.…
Knights win with last-second goal against Wahluke
ROYAL CITY – The Royal City Knights soccer team (7-3-2) earned a close victory Tuesday evening with a score in the last few minutes of regulation to win 1-0 ov…
Annexation request denied by Othello council
OTHELLO — Othello City Council members voted 6-0 to decline a request to annex property south of State Route 26 along West Bench Road. The decision followed a …
Q&A sessions next week on ACFD 5 levy lid lift proposal
OTHELLO — Adams County Fire District 5 residents are being invited to two public meetings to learn about, and ask questions about, ACFD 5’s request for a levy …
ACPR spotlight: Adoptable pets ready for new homes
OTHELLO – Adams County Pet Rescue has a lively assortment of adoptees waiting for their forever homes, featuring an array of feline friends and canine companio…