Grant County Jail Roster for July 24, 2026
This list shows current inmates who were arrested by Grant County law enforcement agencies on July 24 as of Friday afternoon. Grant County inmates are housed at the Grant County Jail. All subjects are innocent until proven guilty by the court of law. July 23 Michael Angelo Solis, 31, booked by Moses Lake Police Dept. for third-degree assault, first- and second-degree criminal trespass and resisting arrest. Wade Alan Nelson, 44, booked by Grant County Sheriff’s Office for second-degree criminal trespass.
Michael (Mike) Typie Weaver
July 20, 1946 – July 20, 2026
On July 20, 2026, Michael (Mike) Typie Weaver finished his time on earth as a kind man who always took time to befriend others and reach out a helping hand to those in need. He was known for his generosity, sense of humor and for making the best of things in tough situations, Mike was born on July 20, 1946, in Detroit Michigan. One of his goals was to make it to 80 years old, and he met Jesus face to face exactly 80 years after he was born. He was born to Alexander and Delores (Nichols) Weaver. In 1951 his family moved to Brainerd, Minnesota. Mike started first grade in a little one-room schoolhouse 18 miles north of Brainerd with his brothers Alex and Jack and went there for two years. The family moved from Brainerd to International Falls, Minnesota and he began third grade. The next year the family moved to Little Fork, Minnesota where he completed his schooling with his brothers Alex, Jack, Bill and Bob.
Auditor candidates discuss election integrity, public confidence
EPHRATA — Three Republican candidates are running for the position of Grant County Auditor: incumbent Shannon Falstad and challengers Andrew Koeppen and Darci Homesley.
Level 3 evacuation area extended for Railroad Fire
MATTAWA — The area of Level 3 evacuations prompted by the Railroad Fire north of Mattawa has been extended to the area of lower Crab Creek. The Grant County Sheriff's Office issued a Level 3 notice about 8 a.m. Friday for the area about seven miles from SR 243. Level 3 means people in the affected areas should leave immediately. The GCSO issued a Level 2 notice for the area from Jericho to Smyrna at about 8:40 a.m. Friday. A Level 2 notice means residents should be ready to evacuate and monitor emergency information.
Grant County Commissioner candidates discuss economic, workforce development
EPHRATA — Four Republican candidates are competing for Grant County Commissioner Position 3 in the upcoming primary election: Shannon Durfee, Kelly Raap, Seth Weeks and Janice Flynn. To help voters compare the candidates’ priorities and policy positions, each was asked the same questions and given an equal opportunity to respond. Durfee, Raap and Flynn submitted responses by the deadline. Weeks did not respond.
Hansen Road bridge demolition set to start Monday
MOSES LAKE — Like the London bridge – only not as picturesque – the Hanson Road bridge is coming down. “We’re starting (demolition) on Monday,” said Summer Derrey, public information officer for the Washington Department of Transportation North Central region.
Auditor, Superior Court candidates outline experience, priorities at Moses Lake forum
MOSES LAKE — Candidates for Grant County auditor and Grant County Superior Court judge highlighted their experience, management philosophies and plans for improving public confidence in government during a candidate forum hosted by the Moses Lake Chamber of Commerce.
Sheriff candidates outline what sets them apart ahead of primary
EPHRATA — As Grant County voters prepare to choose their next sheriff, incumbent Joey Kriete and challengers Josh Sainsbury and Darrick Gregg are making their case to the public ahead of the primary election. To give readers a clear comparison of the candidates, each was asked the same question and provided an equal opportunity to respond. In this installment, the candidates explain what sets them apart from their opponents and outline the changes or improvements they would like to make within the Grant County Sheriff’s Office if elected.
Looking good
Institute of Beauty Professionals trains barbers, nail techs and more
MOSES LAKE — It takes a lot of training to make people look their best. “(A license to do) nails is 600 hours (of instruction),” said Institute of Beauty Professionals owner and instructor Nicholas Harle. “Cosmetology is 1,640 hours, barbering is 1,000, hair design is 1,440 and aesthetics is 750.” IBP takes its own private students and also serves the Columbia Basin Technical Skills Center’s cosmetology program, Harle said. Those students spend 2 1/2 hours a day at IBP and earn credits in lab science, technical science, first aid and fine arts, he said. There were 61 CBTECH students at IBP last year, he said, and there are about 25 full-time students.
Windy conditions forecast for weekend, elevating danger of spreading fires
MOSES LAKE — A fire weather watch has been issued for Saturday for the Columbia Basin and North Central Washington due to the probability of high winds and low humidity. The National Weather Service is advising people to take precautions as a result.
Maverick's trainer shares tips for safe summer conditioning
MOSES LAKE — With August on the horizon, the return of local high school athletics is drawing closer by the day. Lily Rodriguez, who serves as the athletic trainer at Moses Lake High School, shared some tips for how athletes can prepare for outdoor sports amidst heat and fluctuating air quality. "They need to start slowly entering into the heat as well," Rodriguez said. "They need to be acclimated (to the heat). It takes about 10 to 14 days of slow and gradual increase in activity. The first thing that they got to start doing is physical conditioning."
Growing fast
Gray Girl Farms nursery springs up near Royal City
ROYAL CITY — It’s one thing to grow and sell flowers. Owning a complete nursery is something else altogether, especially when you have only months to build it. “The learning curve has been really steep,” said Kylie Gray-Eilers. “I just always tell myself that every day is a new day.” Gray-Eilers isn’t a stranger to raising plants; her Gray Girl Farms has sold dahlias for almost eight years, and she holds a Dahlia Days festival every year in October. The dahlia operation was beginning to reach the point where she needed either to scale it back or grow, she said. So when she learned that Robin Prchal, owner of Emerald Desert Nursery in Quincy, was fixing to retire, Gray-Eilers decided it was time to expand.
BUILDING PERMITS: Ephrata, Mattawa, Soap Lake, Othello
Ephrata, Mattawa, Soap Lake, Othello
BASIN EVENTS: July 24-Aug. 1
COLUMBIA BASIN — It’s hot and smoky outside? This is the Columbia Basin. We’re used to this. Here are some chances to get out and have some fun no matter what the sky looks like. July 25 Christmas in July at the Market Who says you have to wait until December for holiday cheer? Stroll through decorated vendor booths, shop amazing local makers and growers, enjoy holiday-themed fun, festive music, sweet treats, and surprises for the whole family. Wear your favorite Christmas shirt, Santa hat, or holiday outfit. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. at Moses Lake Farmers Market, McCosh Park, 401 W. Fourth Avenue. Info: www.farmersmarketml.com.
Meet Avery
Looking for a loyal lab assistant? Avery is ready to retrieve his forever family. This handsome black retriever mix is just one year old, medium-sized, vaccinated, neutered, and eager to graduate from the shelter to a home of his own. Avery's hypothesis is simple: if you add one playful, loving pup to your life, happiness levels increase dramatically. From fetch experiments to cuddle research, he's willing to put in the lab work. Don't leave this good boy's future up for testing. Come meet Avery at Grant County Animal Outreach and see if he's the missing ingredient in your family formula. Adopt Avery today and let love be the result. This spot is sponsored by Hot Springs Spa & Leisure. To sponsor the Pet of the Day, call Jeannie at 509-765-4561.
Eastern Washington BMX tracks team up for Race for Life fundraiser
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake BMX will be participating in the Race for Life fundraiser the first weekend of August. A nationwide event, Eastern Washington BMX entities are adapting it into a four-track series across Walla Walla, Columbia Basin, Spokane and Moses Lake, President of Moses Lake BMX Jeff Niehenke said. "We try to see who can raise the most money amongst the tracks," Niehenke said. "We have a traveling trophy that goes along with that for bragging rights. Along with that, we also do a four-race series for the riders, and we have end-of-series awards for those who get the most points through those four races."
WEATHER July 24-30, 2026
WEATHER July 24-30, 2026
Grant County Jail Roster for July 23, 2026
Grant County Jail Roster for July 23, 2026
Legals for July, 24 2026
Railroad Fire destroys homes near Beverly, Schwana; Level 3 evacuations remain in place
BEVERLY — Firefighters from across Grant County and additional state and federal agencies continued battling the wind-driven Railroad Fire Thursday morning after the blaze destroyed multiple homes and forced Level 3 evacuations in Beverly, Schwana and portions of the Lower Crab Creek Road area. The cause of the fire is still under investigation. The fire, which started around 11 p.m. Wednesday, rapidly spread through dry grass and sagebrush fueled by strong winds, prompting emergency officials to order residents to leave immediately, according to Grant County Sheriff’s Office. GCSO Public Information Officer Kyle Foreman said the fire moved quickly overnight, creating significant concerns for firefighters and emergency personnel attempting to evacuate residents.
