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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 Library provides free fun
OTHELLO — Othello Library branch manager Georgia Reitmire said the library offers something people can’t get just anywhere. “We’re a free place to have fun…
Law enforcement has fun, makes connections in Mattawa
MATTAWA — Mattawa Police Chief Alex Zesati said National Night Out is one of the Mattawa Police Department’s best nights of the year. “I would say Nationa…
Special filing period for open elected positions in Adams County
RITZVILLE — A special filing period for elective offices in Adams County that haven’t attracted any candidates is scheduled for Aug. 20 through 22. City co…
Mattawa launching utility rate study
MATTAWA — Water and sewer rates in Mattawa will be reviewed to see if they’re still adequate to pay for the services. “In 2022, we did an update (of a 201…
Auditor investigating finances at East Adams Rural Hospital
RITZVILLE — The Washington Auditor’s Office is investigating allegations of financial irregularities at East Adams Rural Healthcare in Ritzville. “We have …
Firefighting challenging, interesting, rewarding, ACFD 5 chief says
OTHELLO — It’s getting busier in Adams County Fire District 5, at a time when it’s more difficult to find volunteers. Chief Tom Salsbury said July 2025 was alm…
New Mattawa business to start construction this fall
MATTAWA — A new convenience store is scheduled to open in spring 2026 at the west side of the intersection of Government Road and State Route 243 in Mattawa. O…
One injured in Desert Aire shooting
DESERT AIRE — One man sustained life-threatening injuries in a shooting at the Shell gas station at 5 Desert Aire Drive SW in Desert Aire Saturday around 5:30 …
Adams County Jail remodel could begin early next year
RITZVILLE — Remodeling of the Adams County Jail could begin in spring 2026. Adams County Commissioners authorized county officials to go ahead with a draft des…
Othello man arrested in stabbing incident
OTHELLO — An Othello man was booked on suspicion of first-degree assault-domestic violence after he allegedly stabbed his partner then fled the scene Tuesday. …
New Othello Police Department officer sworn in
OTHELLO — Oscar Munoz returned to his hometown to start his law enforcement career. Munoz was sworn in as the newest Othello Police Department officer Monday.
Othello man convicted of sexually abusing child
RITZVILLE — A sentencing date will be announced in August in the case of an Othello man convicted Thursday of sexual assault of a child.
RITZVILLE CITY COUNCIL: Michelle Plumb
RITZVILLE – Michelle Plumb is up for reelection for Ritzville City Council. Plumb has served on the City Council for nine years and said she wants to continue …
OTHELLO CITY COUNCIL POS. 1: Kelli Camp
OTHELLO — Kelli Camp said she thinks the Othello City Council may need a different approach, and that led her to run for an open position. “There has not b…
OTHELLO CITY COUNCIL POS. 1: Genna Dorow
OTHELLO — Genna Dorow said she’s running for a new term on the Othello City Council because she wants to see Othello grow in a way that doesn’t cause problems …