Biden on Afghanistan: `Time to end America's longest war'
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden says the Sept. 11 attacks “cannot explain” why U.S. forces should remain in Afghanistan 20 years later and that “it is time for American troops to come home” from the country's longest war.
Europe scrambles as J&J vaccine delay deals another blow
BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Desperate to jumpstart Europe's sluggish vaccination program, leaders from across the continent scrambled Wednesday in the wake of an unexpected delay in the rollout of Johnson & Johnson's COVID-19 shots amid reports of very rare blood clots.
AP source: Ponzi schemer Bernie Madoff dies in prison
NEW YORK (AP) — Bernie Madoff, the financier who pleaded guilty to orchestrating a massive Ponzi scheme, died in a federal prison early Wednesday, a person familiar with the matter told The Associated Press. He was 82.
Watchdog lays bare Capitol Police's riot security failures
WASHINGTON (AP) — A blistering internal report by the U.S. Capitol Police describes a multitude of missteps that left the force unprepared for
Study finds people want more than watchdogs for journalists
NEW YORK (AP) — A study of the public's attitude toward the press reveals that distrust goes deeper than partisanship and down to how journalists define their very mission.
Washington halts use of J&J vaccine
SPOKANE — Washington is immediately halting the use of the one-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine against the coronavirus, following the guidance of the federal government regarding rare side effects in a handful of women across the country, the state Department of Health said Tuesday.
Claudia Ann Fina
Claudia Ann Fina left this world to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, April 6, 2021.
John Fisk
John Fisk, 70, of Little Rock, passed away on April 3, 2021.
Raising awareness: Moses Lake organization launches dual campaigns
Moses Lake’s New Hope and Kids Hope, organizations focused on adults and children survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and other crimes, are keeping busy this month with campaigns for April, Sexual Assault Awareness and Child Abuse Prevention Month.
Deena Vietzke new Othello Chamber of Commerce manager
Deena Vietzke said she wants the Othello Chamber of Commerce to keep expanding its potential.
Jobless rate down in Adams County
RITZVILLE — Unemployment in Adams County dropped between February 2020 and February 2021, and increased slightly between January and February 2021.
Othello buys new fire truck
The city of Othello will spend $637,670 to buy a new fire truck.
Othello park gets new life
There are big plans for P.J. Taggares Park: improvements to the combined football-soccer fields, lights at the shop and the playground.
Royal City Summerfest scheduled to return in 2021
While a lot could happen between now and the second weekend in July, planning for Royal City Summerfest is underway.
Adams County Sheriff's Office reports for April 14, 2021
April 1-7
Othello, Royal High School softball put in final touches at weekend jamboree
Othello High School and Royal High School got time for some final preseason tuneups before the spring season kicks off this week on Saturday at Moses Lake High School for a three-team jamboree.
Huskies volleyball players receive All-League honors in GSL
A pair of Othello High School volleyball players were selected to the all-league team for the Greater Spokane League this spring.
Othello High School football falls in season finale, 27-21
Othello High School football wrapped up their season last Thursday against East Valley High School, falling on the road 27-21. The Huskies finish the spring season at 4-3 competing in the Greater Spokane League.
Weekend roundup: Wahluke soccer wins 3-1 over Cashmere
Senior Erick Lopez opened up the scoring for the Warriors in the first game of the spring season, followed quickly by Wahluke freshman Diego Olivares. Arnold Ramos added a third goal for Wahluke late in the second half.
Moses Lake softball defeats Wenatchee in season opener
Moses Lake High School softball opened the spring season with a win at home against rival Wenatchee High School, 12-4.
