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Jovie looking to bust out of puppy juvie

OTHELLO – Jovie is an adult female who is new to the shelter and hoping someone will come and take her eight-month-old self home to be spoiled rotten. She’s a very affectionate dog who wants a family to love and is very curious and snuggly. She’d likely be a good fit for a family with older children. Like all of her friends at Adams County Pet Rescue, Jovie is spayed/neutered, up to date on her shots and microchipped. She’s been treated for fleas and ticks and has been dewormed as well. For more information on Jovie or other pets available at the shelter, contact Adams County Pet Rescue by visiting adamscountypetrescue.com. If you are unable to adopt, but want to support the shelter’s work, click the “donate” button at the top of the shelter’s website.

Group14 to slow Moses Lake project

MOSES LAKE — Group14, a battery manufacturing company, will slow down but not stop construction of its Moses Lake facility. The company announced Thursday that the opening of its Moses Lake production plant will be pushed back to the second half of 2025.

‘The hospital that you built’

Quincy Valley medical Center hosts preview of its new facility

QUINCY — The community got a sneak peek Friday at the new Quincy Valley Medical Center. “We've planned, we've thought about it, we've dreamed, and it's only because of the support of this community that tonight is a reality,” said QVMC Administrator Glenda Bishop at First Look, a gathering of community members to see what their new hospital will look like.

Money allocated for irrigation project north of I-90

MOSES LAKE — About $44 million in state funding will be allocated to a section of the Odessa Groundwater Replacement Project as part of the Washington Senate’s capital budget. The budget was approved Sunday.

Mavs' shine at Inland Empire tourney

MOSES LAKE – Moses Lake Mavericks’ Abbie O’Neil and Claire Thompson won first place in the consolation bracket over the weekend at the annual Inland Empire tournament in Spokane. “It was definitely like a roller coaster of locked in slash locked out, happy slash angry,” said O’Neil.

Basin events calendar for May 2025

COLUMBIA BASIN — May is here, and the Basin is making the transition from spring to summer. Here are a few of the things that are happening this month.

Huskies fall to Northwestern in final game of weekend series

EVANSTON, Ill. – University of Washington Baseball (24-21) fell in the third and final game against Northwestern (19-22) Sunday, 10-4, according to a statement made by UW Athletic Communications.

WA Legislature passes Rainier School closure bill that includes new transition plans

(The Center Square) – Outside of budget negotiations, one of the bills that dominated Washington state lawmakers' attention during the 2025 legislative session was a proposal to close a state-operated school for people with severe intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Huskies best Prosser 8-1

Othello secures third ranking in CWAC standings

OTHELLO – The Othello Huskies soccer team best Prosser 8-1 Monday night in their final game of the regular season. “I feel like there was great chemistry going around the team,” said Huskies’ Irving Guzman. “We were talking about moving the ball around and I think we were just excited.

Aircraft firefighting spring session starts May 1

MOSES LAKE — Big Bend Community College will be hosting firefighters from throughout the Pacific Northwest at the spring session of the Aircraft Rescue Firefighting Program beginning May 1. College officials said that means people will be seeing smoke – sometimes a big black plume of it - from the area west of the Grant County International Airport.

BASIN SPORTS SCHEDULE: April 30 - May 7

MOSES LAKE – The Spring sports regular season is coming to a close. Be sure to attend some games this week to cheer on local athletes as they enter the postseason.

MLSD hosting community forum to introduce finalists for leadership role

MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake School District is inviting families, staff and community members to actively participate in a forum to introduce finalists for the executive director of safety and wellbeing tonight, as the district seeks to enhance its educational and safety framework

Filing period next week for Adams County offices

RITZVILLE — Two Adams County towns will be electing mayors, most will be electing city council and school board members along with fire, parks and recreation and port district commissioners. The filing period for the 2025 election is May 5 through 9.

Eastern track’s strong performance builds momentum

PULLMAN – The Eastern Washington University Eagles wrapped up a successful weekend at the Cougar Classic, with standout performances in the field events setting the tone, according to a statement by Eastern Washington Athletics.

Cougs conclude weekend series against Fresno State

FRESNO, Calif. — Washington State wrapped up its series at first-place Fresno State dropping an 11-1 contest Sunday afternoon, according to a statement by Washington State Athletics.

Legals for April, 30 2025

Bryan H. Huff

1962 – 2025

Bryan H. Huff, formerly of Moses Lake, Washington, went home to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Cody Joe Spicer

1985 – 2025

Cody Joe Spicer was born on August 19, 1985, to Lisa McCurty and Bill Spicer in Moses Lake, Washington. He had one sibling, his little sister, Katrina Ball.

Angel Marie Valensuela

2004 — 2025

Angel Marie Valenzuela, age 20, passed away on April 16, 2025, in Othello, Washington. Born on December 21, 2004, in Moses Lake, Washington, Angel brought light and love into the world from the very beginning.

Wanted: A loving family!

OTHELLO – Buck has been adopted once and brought back to Adams County Pet Rescue; he is hoping the next folks that take him home keep him for the rest of his life. He is a sweet boy that enjoys long walks, hanging with other furry friends and cuddling. He knowns how to sit, wait and lay down. Buck is also house trained, microchipped, vaccinated and neutered. He is around 9 months old. If Buck is the perfect pup for you, visit AdamsCountyPetRescue.com and fill out his application. If you can’t adopt but you would like to help a local shelter, visit the website and click “donate.”

Mavs best Davis

Doubleheader puts Mavs at No. 1 in the Big 9

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Mavericks softball team earned two victories in a doubleheader against Davis Friday afternoon. “I think that we just needed to come in here confident and that’s how we came in and played to our level,” said the Mavs' Addison Reffett.

Mavs fall to Davis on the pitch

MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake Mavericks soccer team fell 0-2 in their game against Davis Friday evening.

Substance abuse resources highlighted at town hall

MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake Community Coalition held a town hall to discuss addiction and resources in the Moses Lake community. The meeting titled “The Us in Them: The line between us and them is thinner than you think” had a panel of six speakers from a variety of backgrounds. The Columbia Basin Herald published a story Monday about the personal experiences of the participants.

Jacks fall to East Valley in OT

QUINCY – The Quincy Jacks soccer team fell to East Valley in a shootout tiebreaker Saturday afternoon. “We started off pretty well, I think we were on the front foot for the first 20 minutes or so,” said Jacks coach Jesse Villalobos. “The two goals that we conceded were us being asleep, it was just not paying attention to the game.”

Warden seeks new police chief

Rick Martin set to retire June 15 after long service to community

WARDEN – The City of Warden is preparing for a transition in its Police Department as Chief Rick Martin announced his retirement effective June 15, 2025, at the April 22 city council meeting prompting the city to initiate the hiring process for his successor.

Gas prices raise in Grant Co., drop elsewhere

MOSES LAKE – As of April 28, gasoline prices in Grant and Adams counties continue to display notable variation amidst a steady national average, according to AAA.

Candidate filing period scheduled for next week

EPHRATA — Twelve cities in Grant County will be electing mayors in 2025, city council and school board seats will be on the ballot, along with other jobs such as fire and hospital district commissioners. The filing period for the 2025 election is May 5-9.

Moses Lake Farmers Market to open Saturday

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Farmers Market will open Saturday for the season in high style, with live music, entertainment, a raffle, a scavenger hunt and a ribbon-tying ceremony with Moses Lake Mayor Dustin Swartz to symbolize the community coming together at the market. The event is in keeping with the theme of the market this year, according to an announcement from the Market Manager Christine Haguewood. “This year’s theme, ‘Tied Together by Community,’ highlights the power of local connections – bringing together farmers, artisans and neighbors for a fresh, meaningful start to the season,” Haguewood wrote. The Moses Lake Farmers Market was established in 1978 and takes place every Saturday from the beginning of May through the end of October at McCosh Park. The number of vendors varies, but this year’s market will kick off with more than 50, Haguewood wrote in her statement.

Four Basin students honored at EOU

LA GRANDE, Ore. — Four Basin students were among 635 named to the Eastern Oregon University Dean’s List for the 2025 winter term, according to an announcement from the university. Qualifying students achieve and maintain a grade point average of 3.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale while completing a minimum of 12 hours of graded coursework for the term. Moses Lake: Joselyn Hernandez, College of Arts, Humanities and Social Science, major Politics/Policy and Public Administration; Kali Kast, College of Education, major Multidisciplinary Studies Othello: Madisen Douglas, College of Arts, Humanities and Social Science, major Interdisciplinary Studies Warden: Kaya Enriquez, College of Education, major Elementary Education

Legals for April, 29 2025

Catarina 'Cathy' Longoria

March 27, 1947 — Dec. 2, 2024

Catarina "Cathy" Longoria, 83: Friends and family are invited to attend a memorial service in Cathy’s honor on May 9, 2025, at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 200 N. Dale Road, Moses Lake, Washington. The Rosary begins at 10 a.m., followed by a mass from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Luncheon will follow the service from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Columbia Basin Allied Arts fundraiser takes on a yacht rock theme May 3

MOSES LAKE — Get out the boat shoes and sailing togs and get ready to cruise in a good cause at the Columbia Basin Allied Arts annual fundraiser auction May 3. The theme is “Make Waves for the Arts,” and the background will be yacht rock music, said Shawn Cardwell, CBAA executive director.

Moses Lake approves new contract with employee union

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake municipal employees represented by Washington State Council of City and County Employees will receive a 3% pay raise in 2025. Moses Lake City Council members approved a three-year contract April 22.

'Addiction doesn’t discriminate'

The personal impacts of drug addiction

MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake Community Coalition held a town hall “The Us in Them: The line between us and them is thinner than you think” to discuss addiction in the Moses Lake community.

A purr-fect new friend

MOSES LAKE -- J-Lo is on a mission to spread love and purrs wherever she may go. She is a small girl and she has some special needs but she doesn't let that slow her down. She has more energy than a room full of bouncy balls according to Grant County Animal Outreach. She loves to play -- toy, string, crumpled up piece of paper, all are fair game to this girl. She is also a huge cuddler with both other furry friends and human companions alike. If you are looking for a sweet, playful and loving kitten visit GrantCountyAnimalOutreach.org. If you can't adopt right now but would like to help a local shelter visit the website and click "donate."

One dead, another injured in one-vehicle crash

MARLIN – A 33-year-old man from Moses Lake, Don “Chris” Terrell, was killed in a one-vehicle accident early Friday morning near Marlin, according to Grant County Sheriff’s Office.

Bill revises rules for police, fire state retirement plan

OLYMPIA — The Washington Legislature has approved revisions to state law that will make it easier for law enforcement officers and firefighters in one tier of the state’s retirement system to use time they spent on authorized leave toward their retirement, regardless of whether they returned to work.

Weather for the week of April 28

Weather for the week of April 28

MLSD Digital Learning Center recognized as Beacon School

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake School District announced that the Digital Learning Center has received an award as a 2024–2025 Imagine Learning Beacon School

Huskies successful in distance medley relay, winning first Penn Relays

PHILADELPHIA, PA – Washington captured just its second Penn Relays championship in school history, and the first by the men's program, as the Huskies took the Men's Distance Medley Relay (DMR) Championship of America at Franklin Field in Philadelphia, according to a statement by University of Washington Athletic Communications.

Basin Tennis Roundup

COLUMBIA BASIN – Another week of tennis is complete, and both boys' and girls' tennis remains competitive as the season continues.

Tigers take two wins over Jacks

Tigers and Jacks both make a push toward the postseason

Tigers and Jacks both make a push toward the postseason

Cesar Elijhia Hernandez

January 30, 1997 –  April 16, 2025

Cesar Elijhia Hernandez, 28, passed away suddenly on April 16, 2025, in Adams County, Washington. Cesar was born on Jan. 30, 1997, to Eliza Guadalupe Beliz and Cesar Antonio Hernandez in Othello, Washington. The family relocated to Moses Lake shortly after, where Cesar would be raised and continue to live the rest of his life. Cesar was a lovable, energetic child. A joy to be around, he was attached to his loving aunts and uncles. When he was 8 years old, he was blessed with a sister, Alexandra Nava, followed shortly by a little brother, Antonio Nava. As a big brother, Cesar was loving and protective of his much younger siblings, as well as encouraging in all their endeavors.

Frank and Eloise Alvarez

A remembrance service will be held to celebrate the lives of longtime Moses Lake residents Francisco D. Alvarez Sr. and Eloise Vela Alvarez. Francisco, known to his friends as Frank, passed away on May 23, 2022 at the age of 96, in Seattle, Washington. Eloise passed away on Oct. 16, 2024 at the age of 92, also in Seattle, Washington. Frank and Eloise were both born in Harlingen, Texas. As young parents of six children, they arrived in Moses Lake in 1962 and were happy to call Moses Lake their home for over 60 years.

Dustin Wayne Stark

Dustin Wayne Stark was a beloved soul, born on July 9, 1978, in Ephrata, Washington. No parent wants to see their child's time up before their own. Unfortunately for Robert Stark and Loretta Stark, they didn't get the chance to see their son grow past the age of 46. Dustin was the youngest of siblings, Kimberly Stark and Robert Stark. He has two daughters, Kierstin Stark and Daytona Stark. He had many nieces and nephews who loved him, and he loved them too: Ryan Cross, Tyler Stark, Brett Darling, Alexis Stark, Masin Mcleod, Zander Cross, Zayden Cross and Penelope Cross.

Birding adventure

Join the Central Basin Audubon Society at Sun Lakes State Park Saturday

COULEE CITY – As the sun peeks over the horizon on an April morning, the air is alive with the sounds of chirping birds, signaling the arrival of spring migration. Join the Central Basin Audubon Society for an exciting bird walk at Sun Lakes State Park, where participants can witness golden eagles and a variety of migratory bird species in their natural habitats.

Steady home sales market in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE — The return of mortgage interest rates to more historic norms has resulted in a Moses Lake housing market that’s closer to historic norms. Longtime real estate professional Alan Heroux said there are about 210 to 215 houses on the market currently, compared to a historic average of about 250 to 350 at any given time. But a couple of years ago the number was less than 30 houses for sale at any given time, he said.

BASIN EVENTS CALENDAR: April 25-May 4

COLUMBIA BASIN — Spring has pretty well arrived, give or take the occasional chilly morning, and there’s plenty going on both indoors and out. Here are a few things happening this week:

Breakfast event to raise funds for Big Bend Cooperative Preschool

MOSES LAKE – In a delightful fusion of nostalgia and culinary adventure, the Big Bend Cooperative Preschool is once again hosting its beloved Dr. Seuss-inspired breakfast fundraiser, featuring none other than the beloved dish made famous by the iconic children’s book: “Green Eggs and Ham.”

Former Moses Lake pianist receives Finnish knighthood

MOSES LAKE — A former Moses Lake man was recently honored with a knighthood in Finland. Collin Hansen, a 1975 graduate of Moses Lake High School, was awarded the Order of the Lion of Finland at a ceremony March 18.

Single eye, double the cuteness: adopt this charming pug

OTHELLO -- Biscuit, a handsome pug, finally got his stitches out after surgery to remove his infected eyeball. He has transitioned to seeing out of one eye very well, according to Adams County Pet Rescue.

Workshop Tuesday to discuss possible revisions to downtown Moses Lake streets

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake residents are being invited to discuss a project that may mean some revisions to Third, Fourth and Fifth avenues, as well as roundabout at the intersection of Wheeler Road and Road L Northeast. The open house is scheduled for 5 to 7 p.m. April 29 at the Moses Lake Civic Center auditorium, 401 S. Balsam St.

Moses Lake, Warden residents arrested on drug, weapons charges

MOSES LAKE — Two Moses Lake and two Warden residents are in federal custody in connection with multiple investigations by the Moses Lake Police Department and two federal agencies into drug trafficking and firearms violations.

Fourth suspect arrested in kidnapping, assault case

MOSES LAKE — The Grant County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a fourth suspect involved in the alleged imprisonment and assault of a Moses Lake woman Wednesday. A driver who was fleeing from law enforcement in connection with the incident, and was killed in a crash, has been identified.

Law Enforcement Logs for April 25, 2025

The reports below were provided by the sheriff's office or police department indicated. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Wahluke updates dual language learning programs for 2025/26

Wahluke School Board discusses plans for start of next school year

MATTAWA — The Wahluke School Board met Tuesday night for a regularly scheduled board meeting where the plan to implement an updated dual language learning program was approved for the 2025/26 school year.

Mavs Hancock and Whitaker sign with Eastern Oregon

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake Mavericks pitchers Kason Whitaker and Cooper Hancock both signed letters of intent to continue their baseball careers with Eastern Oregon Wednesday afternoon. “They’re an up-and-coming program,” said Cooper. “Their program got shut down a while ago, but then they got started back up in 2021 and every single year they kept on building.” Kason plans to pursue a degree in rangeland science, he said, where he would learn more about managing range and grazing lands for livestock and wildlife.

Building permits for April 25, 2025

Building permits for April 25, 2025

Legals for April, 25 2025

Wobbling into your life like a sweetheart

MOSES LAKE – Wabbles is a relatively new face at Grant County Animal Outrach, having arrived on April 18 and she’s just settling in. A domestic shorthair mix, she’s estimated to be about two years old and it’s unknown if she’s been housetrained as yet. Still, she’d love a chance to be your furrever friend and learn the ways of the couch potato or be queen of the cat tree. We’ll leave her tendencies up to her. For more information, visit grantcountyanimaloutreach.org or call 509-762-9616. If you are unable to adopt, consider supporting the shelter by clicking the “donate” button at the top of the website.

Ephrata’s Downer recognized for excellence

EPHRATA — Hannah Downer, an 18-year-old senior at Ephrata High School, has been selected as one of the Students of the Month for March in recognition of her academic performance, leadership roles in extracurricular activities and positive influence on her peers. “I like being nominated for stuff and being recognized,” Downer said.

Incident in Moses Lake leaves one dead, two arrested

MOSES LAKE – One man died following a high-speed pursuit, while two women have been taken into custody on charges of robbery and unlawful imprisonment following an incident early Wednesday morning in Moses Lake, according to Grant County Sheriff’s Office.

Coulee City students take their own art walk

COULEE CITY — Students at Coulee City Elementary School and Almira/Coulee-Hartline High School got a special look at the arts last week.

'Percy Jackson and the Olympians' renewed for 3rd season

BURBANK, Calif. - “Percy Jackson and the Olympians” has been renewed for a third season, according to a press release from Disney+. The show is based on Rick Riordan’s bestselling book series of the same name.

BASIN SOFTBALL ROUNDUP: April 24, 2025

COLUMBIA BASIN — Basin softball has wrapped up another week of competition, the Knights continue to maintain a strong record as the competition continues to unfold.

GALLERY: Lions Club’s annual Easter Egg Hunt 2025

MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake Lions Club held their annual Easter egg hunt Saturday at noon. There were four sections with the first being for children who need assistance, zero to three-year-olds with no assistance, three to seven-year-olds, and seven to 12-year-olds.

Mavs softball falls to Mount Si

MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake Mavericks softball team fell to Mount Si 0-11 Tuesday afternoon.

Gonzaga suffers close loss to Oregon State

CORVALLIS, Oregon – The Gonzaga Bulldogs (18-18) fell to .500 after a competitive 4-3 loss to third ranked Oregon State (31-7) after battling it out through 12 innings, according to a statement by Gonzaga Athletics.

Mavs start new faces in Tuesday’s victory

MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake Mavericks earned a 13-3 victory at home against Davis Tuesday afternoon. “We made some changes in our lineup just to see some other people,” said Mavs head coach Donnie Lindgren.

COLUMN: The unforgettable Pope Francis

This week, His Holiness Pope Francis, the head of the Catholic Church, died. That’s not really surprising. He was 88 years old, and he’d been struggling with his health for several years. Nor is it unique; there have been 266 popes, give or take a few disputed claimants. Some of those guys made a huge difference in the world; most of them nobody has heard of outside dusty libraries and lists on Wikipedia. Name any pope who lived before their lifetime and most people will give you a blank look. But Francis was different.

LETTER: Thankful

We need to remember to be thankful for those who have supported us. The U.S. didn’t fight in Korea, Vietnam or Afghanistan alone. NATO members as well as non-NATO member countries supported us and/or had boots on the ground. Soldiers from those countries gave their lives as well as were wounded and many continue to live with the results. My father, who was career military, began his service during World War II and was in service through Korea and Vietnam. He often talked about how isolation put us in a perilous position prior to World War II. There are several books regarding this issue as well. Eighteen nations fought under the U.N. in Korea, 37 countries fought alongside us in Iraq from 2003 through 2009, and from 2009 through 2021 36 countries supported the U.S. in Afghanistan under a NATO alliance.

LETTER: Moses Lake School District vs. courts

It is easier to prove in the court system that harassment, intimidation and bullying are taking place than it is to the school district. In the court system you need to provide proof. That proof could be in the form of sheriff’s department/police reports, school reports, witness statements, copies of emails, phone recordings and maybe video recordings (provided by the school district). The school district does not care if the victim is a person with disabilities or not.

BASIN SPORTS SCHEDULE: April 24-30

COLUMBIA BASIN – Basin sports is on to another week of competition as teams in their respective sports look to build more success.

Huskies earn win against Selah

Huskies improve record to 13-3 for the season with home victory

OTHELLO – The Othello Huskies earned an 11–0 victory over Selah in their Tuesday afternoon matchup. “Good game overall, we had pretty good approach at the plate,” said Huskies head coach Sonny Garza. “(We were) able to work on that and execute our plan.”

Legals for April, 24 2025

Ephrata schools, partners to host gang town hall

EPHRATA — The Ephrata School District, in collaboration with the North Central Educational Service District, the Ephrata Police Department and the Grant County Sheriff's Office, is set to host a town hall meeting titled "Understanding Youth Gangs" on Thursday, May 8.

Eagles women's tennis finishes season with dominant win

MISSOULA, Mont. — Eastern Washington University women’s tennis (5-13) closed its season with a 6-1 victory over the University of Montana with five singles and one doubles victory to solidify it, according to a statement by Eastern Washington Athletics.

Raymond "Ray" Baratcart

1949 – 2025

Raymond “Ray” P. Baratcart, 76, a longtime resident of Moses Lake, Washington passed away April 17, 2025, in Wenatchee, Washington. He was born on January 7, 1949, in Ontario, Oregon.

Forrest Hardt

1939 — 2025

Forrest Hardt passed away on April 18, 2025, at the age of 85, at his daughter’s home in Keizer, Oregon. Forrest was born on May 22, 1939, in Ritzville, Washington.

The good pup Blimpy

OTHELLO – Blimpy, a sweet and sassy Chihuahua mix is looking for his new home. He gets along with other dogs, loves cuddles, playing fetch, sunbathing and treats. He is known to be a thief of hearts, so beware. He is microchipped, vaccinated, neutered and ready to go home with you whenever you decide to visit AdamsCountyPetRescue.com and fill out his application. If you can’t adopt right now but would like to help a local shelter, visit the website and click “donate.”

Mavs best Wenatchee in doubleheader

Mavericks continue to ‘cowboy up’ and persevere in strong competition

MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake Mavericks baseball team took two wins in their doubleheader against Wenatchee Friday evening. “It was very eventful, very action-packed, probably the best we’ve done hitting all season so far and we hope to keep it going,” said Maverick Wyatt Cole.

Warden’s Gutierrez signs with Olympic

WARDEN – Warden High School’s Anthony Gutierrez has signed his letter of intent to play baseball and pursue a major in Agriculture Business Management with Olympic College in Bremerton. “It reminded me a lot of Warden,” said Anthony. “It was for sure, I knew this was going to be the spot as soon as I got the offer.”

Renew director brings back ideas from prestigious fellowship

MOSES LAKE — Behavioral health care in Grant County may see some improvements. Dell Anderson, director of Renew, formerly Grant Mental Health, recently completed a Baldridge Fellowship and came back with some ideas, he said Thursday.

Mattawa Public Library to expand hours, add services

MATTAWA — North Central Washington Libraries officials will be expanding the hours at the Mattawa Public Library. The library is open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. four days a week, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. It's open Wednesday morning from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 2 to 4 p.m. on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Adams Co. Fire District 5 chief to retire

OTHELLO — Longtime Adams County Fire District 5 Chief Gary Lebacken has announced his retirement effective May 31. Lebacken will be replaced by GCFD 5 Assistant Chief Tom Salsbury. Lebacken has been ACFD 5 chief since 2008, but he started as a volunteer firefighter in 1982. He became a volunteer captain in 1989, an assistant chief as a volunteer in 1999, and was hired full-time in 2001.

Yakima man arrested on suspicion of drug trafficking

GRANT COUNTY — A Yakima man was arrested on possession of fentanyl and methamphetamines with intent to deliver during a traffic stop April 18.

BBCC to present Drum Fest on Saturday

MOSES LAKE — Big Bend Community College will get rhythm this Saturday when the Drum Fest takes over the Wallenstien theater. “It will be a workshop-slash-mega drum line,” said John Owen, associate professor of music at BBCC.

WIAA votes against trans athlete policy changes

RENTON – The Washington Interscholastic Activities Association completed a vote on several different amendments, including two regarding transgender athletes. Both proposed amendments for trans athletes failed during the vote.

Three bills for rural communities pass the legislature, signed by governor

OLYMPIA — Gov. Bob Ferguson signed 35 bills into law Monday including three pieces of legislation sponsored by Rep. Tom Dent, R-Moses Lake. Dent’s bills include topics such as large animal veterinarian care, the pesticide task force and allowing small regional airports to use real estate excise tax funds. “I feel good about what I’ve been able to accomplish,” Dent said. “I’ve been able to do some things that are in my area of expertise, in my wheelhouse, so to speak, and move those bills through the legislature.” Dent said despite three bills being signed into law there are still a handful he is fighting for during the final week of the 2025 legislative session.

Moses Lake Youth Baseball Parade 2025

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Youth Baseball Association held its annual Youth Baseball Parade Saturday morning, featuring baseball and softball teams from around the Basin.

WA House Finance Committee gives do-pass recommendation to three tax bills

(The Center Square) – With the session winding down, the House Finance Committee on Tuesday advanced three tax bills out of executive session, giving them a do-pass recommendation.

Three injured in two separate collisions near Othello

OTHELLO — An Othello woman was injured and charges are pending against a Moses Lake man following a head-on collision near Othello Saturday evening. An Othello man was injured when his car was hit while he was directing traffic at the scene after the initial crash. According to a press release from the Washington State Patrol, Demetrio Robles, 19, of Moses Lake was driving north on State Route 17 about two miles north of Othello when he crossed the centerline and ran head-on into a vehicle driven by Nancy Cortes, 44. The collision occurred at about 8:30 p.m.

BASIN BASEBALL ROUNDUP: April 23, 2025

COLUMBIA BASIN — Another week of basin baseball has concluded. Here is the roundup of games and current records from the last week of play.

Mavs shut out Cheney on Monday

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Mavericks softball team earned a 10-0 victory over Cheney Monday afternoon. “I thought we started a little flat, but we picked it up as we went inning by inning and just came together and got the win,” said Mavs’ Hayden Morris after the game.

Legals for April, 23 2025

Moses Lake man arrested for residential burglary

MOSES LAKE – Grant County Sheriff’s Office arrested 54-year-old Darrell Smith of Moses Lake on Friday at a residence in the 4400 block of Shorecrest Drive Northeast.

Playful pup proposes populating your place

MOSES LAKE – Chorizo, is a friendly and energetic dog who loves being around people and other pups. He gets a little excited about feline friends, so it’s best to keep them separated. He loves a good game of fetch or a lengthy cuddle session. If he seems like your perfect companion, visit GrantCountyAnimalOutreach.org and fill out his application. If adopting is not an option right now, but you would like to help a local shelter, visit the website and click “donate.”

Running in faith

Crestview Christian School students raise money with Jog-a-Thon

MOSES LAKE — “Let us run with patience the race that is set before us,” the Bible says in the Epistle to the Hebrews, and the students at Crestview Christian School in Moses Lake did just that.

Hands Off protest held in Moses Lake on Saturday

MOSES LAKE – Around 120 people gathered near Walgreens Saturday to protest President Donald Trump and his administration for a “Hands Off” protest, according to Grant County Democrats Vice Chair Jill Springer Forrest.

'I just want to keep getting better'

MLHS's Kast signs with EOU, looks forward to business and college football careers

MOSES LAKE – Moses Lake Mavericks’ Brayden Kast signed his letter of intent Friday to play football and pursue a business major with Eastern Oregon University in La Grande, Oregon. “They gave me an opportunity and they showed that they wanted me,” he said. “I want to go and compete, and that program competes. They play to win.”

Eagle humanely euthanized due to wing injury

SOAP LAKE – Last week, Rock Bottom Rocker Pet Pantry President Shawna Kluge assisted with transporting an injured bald eagle to Washington State University Veterinary Teaching Hospital.

Local fuel prices continue to overshadow state, national costs

MOSES LAKE – Gas prices in Washington state have experienced a slight decline over the past week, mirroring national trends, as data from GasBuddy indicates. As of April 21, the average price for a gallon of gasoline in Washington stands at $4.22, down from $4.30 the previous week.

Huskies women's tennis victorious in final regular season match

SEATTLE — The No. 18 University of Washington women's tennis team (19-3) closed out the regular season in style Sunday afternoon, sweeping No. 32 Iowa 4-0, according to a statement from University of Washington Athletics.

Quincy continues to consider downtown big rig restrictions

QUINCY — Semi-trucks, where they should and shouldn’t be on the streets of Quincy, is a subject of longstanding discussion, which continued during a public hearing April 15 on a proposed ordinance to change designated truck routes.

Cougars women’s tennis dominant in final regular season match

PULLMAN – Washington State’s women’s tennis (16-7) finished their regular season with a strong 5-0 win over Santa Clara, led by seniors Hania Abouelsaad and Elyse Tse, according to a statement by Washington State University Athletics.

18-year-old arrested after clocking 100 mph

MOSES LAKE – Grant County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested 18-year-old Marco Martinez-Valencia of Moses Lake at around 1:15 a.m. Sunday.

Legals for April, 22 2025

Huskies take first loss in conference play

OTHELLO — The Huskies softball team (7-5) dropped both of their games against the East Valley Red Devils in their doubleheader on Friday. Othello lost 8-2 in game one and 9-5 in game two. Leading up to the doubleheader the Huskies were undefeated in conference play, with a record of 6-0.

A unique looking Birdie

MOSES LAKE – Birdie, a domestic shorthair-mix kittie would very much like to come spend her life with you and be your favorite tweet of a furry friend. She’s been at Grant County Animal Outreach since early February, and while she likes her caretakers there, she’d dearly love a forever home with lots of snuggling opportunities and maybe a toy or two to play with. Like all of the adoptable pets at GCAO, Birdie has had all of her shots and won’t be adding to the stray pet population by having any kittens. Visit Birdie in person at 6725 Randolph Road NE in Moses Lake or find out more by calling 509-762-9616 or emailing the shelter at [email protected]. If you are unable to adopt, but want to support the shelter, visit grantcountyanimaloutreach.org and click the brown “donate” button in the top-right corner.

Big Sky Now: NFL Draft buzz, spring game standouts, and portal moves

The Big Sky Conference is buzzing — and this week’s episode has it all

Aerial support

Injured eagle receiving treatment with the help of Soap Lake woman

SOAP LAKE — After four days, two veterinary clinics and one tire blowout, a bald eagle has been rescued and receiving care from the Washington State University Veterinary Teaching Hospital in Pullman. On April 13, Rock Bottom Rocker Pet Pantry President Shawna Kluge said she received a call from a concerned Soap Lake citizen regarding an eagle on the ground in a field near Carlton, in Okanogan County.

Moses Lake council votes to end support of sleep center

MOSES LAKE — The city of Moses Lake will end its support of the Open Doors sleep center June 30. Moses Lake City Council members made the decision in a unanimous vote at a special meeting and workshop on homeless issues Friday.

Mavs win doubleheader against Wenatchee

MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake Mavericks softball team gained two wins in their doubleheader against Wenatchee Thursday evening. “We got two wins and that’s the most important thing,” said Mavs’ head coach Mike Hofheins. “They were pretty different games.”

Tigers tennis teams gain wins over Jacks

EPHRATA – The Ephrata Tigers boys and girls tennis teams both came out with wins in their matches against the Quincy Jackrabbits Thursday afternoon. “(It was) not an easy match, he gave a good fight,” said Tigers’ Josh Mullings after his match against Jacks’ Jacob Bishop. “Felt like the serves were pretty solid today, but it was a tough one because of the wind.”

Mattawa woman arrested for daughter’s overdose death

MATTAWA — A Mattawa woman was arrested and booked into the Grant County Jail on suspicion of controlled substance homicide in connection with the death of her 16-year-old daughter in 2024. Ashley Perin Sandoval, 40, was arrested April 14 on suspicion of involving a minor in a drug transaction, distribution to people less than 18 years of age and endangerment with a controlled substance in addition to the homicide charge.

MLSD reads three policies, no votes occurred

MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake School District School Board did first reads on three proposed policies at the April 18 board meeting. No decisions were made on any policy updates.

BASIN TENNIS ROUNDUP: April 21, 2025

COLUMBIA BASIN – Another week of tennis is complete, and the competition is getting fierce. See below how everything is shaking out.

Jacks win streak continues after victory over Huskies

QUINCY – The Jacks (8-4-1) put together a hard-fought win over the Huskies (7-5-1) showing their grit and squeezing out a 3-2 victory. Head coach Hector Vaca was amazed by his team's performance.

Gilreath appointed as new principal at Parkway Intermediate

EPHRATA—The Ephrata School District has announced Kim Gilreath's appointment as the next principal of Parkway Intermediate School, effective July 1, 2025. Gilreath will succeed current principal Jeremy Vasquez, who plans to return to the classroom. With over 25 years of experience in various educational capacities, Gilreath said she brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership to this role.

MLSD hires new transpo directors

MOSES LAKE — Longtime Moses Lake School District employee Dyan Ford has been named one of two people to lead MLSD’s transportation department. Ford will be the Director of Transportation,Personnel. Amiee Cook, currently director of transportation for the Prosser School District, will take over as Director of Transportation, Operations.

Weather for the week of April 21, 2025

Weather for the week of April 21, 2025

Gary Craig

Gary Gene Craig, beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother, passed away at home on April 15, 2025, at the age of 77 with his wife Athene and daughters Katie and Bethany at his side.

Donald Ervin Voss

1938 – 2025

Donald Ervin Voss, 87, passed away March 26, 2025. He was born on September 5, 1938, in Lisbon, North Dakota to Evelyn Ufer and Ernest Voss.

Dean Alden Chambers

1929 - 2024

Dean Alden Chambers of Ephrata, Washington passed away in his home on October 9, 2024. Dad, Grandpa, Great-grandpa, and Great-great-grandpa, was Born January 19, 1929, in Crosby, Minnesota. A memorial will be on June 29, 2025 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Jennings Park, 6309 53rd Avenue NE in Marysville, Washington.

Gentle giant with a kind heart

MOSES LAKE – Don't let this pup's size fool you, he’s actually a gentle and loving dog with a kind heart. He has early-onset cataracts, but he still navigates the world with grace and charm. He also has a sensitive stomach that requires a special diet, but he is eternally grateful for a good meal. He loves hanging out with children and showering them with affection. His calm and patient demeanor makes him the perfect pet for families. If Lincoln seems like a good fit for your family, visit GrantCountyAnimalOutreach.org and fill out his application. If you can’t adopt right now but would like to help a local animal shelter, visit the website and click “donate.”

Growing market

Master Gardener plant sale to offer veggies, flowers and solid advice

MOSES LAKE — If you haven’t put out your garden yet, it’s not too late. The WSU Grant-Adams Master Gardeners will hold their annual plant sale May 3 at McCosh Park. “We’ll have lots of different kinds of vegetables,” said Master Gardener Diane Escure. “I think we’ve got maybe 12 different kinds of heirloom tomatoes. We have herbs, we have flowering plants, geraniums, sweet potato vines.”

Basin events for April 18-26

COLUMBIA BASIN — Live music, arts and crafts and plant sales await this week in the Columbia Basin. Here are a few things to check out:

Knights best College Place in doubleheader

ROYAL CITY – The Royal City Knights baseball team earned themselves two wins Tuesday evening against College Place. “It means a lot whether you win or lose these league games,” said Knights coach Brandon Jenks.

BBCC Job Fair connects people, employers

MOSES LAKE — Thursday’s may have been the biggest job fair Big Bend Community College has held. “About 700 job seekers came through here today, maybe more,” organizer Michelle Arceo said about halfway through the four-hour event.

Eagles finish top ten in Big Sky Championship

LITCHFIELD PARK, AZ – Eastern Washington’s womens golf finished ninth in the Big Sky Championships on Wednesday, shooting 911 overall, according to a statement by Eastern Washington University Athletics. "This week's finish was not the outcome we were hoping for after a strong finish last week," head coach Brenda Howe explained. "Day one had some good scores from our one, two and three seeded players, with the four and five struggling. Day two and three, the four and five seeded players [Brooke Mahler and Spencer Cerenzia] stepped up and did their job playing in those positions. Unfortunately, we struggled in the one-through-three spots the last two days."

Hot competition

Chili chefs vie for bragging rights at Greenpoint cook-off

MOSES LAKE — A good pot of chili is its own reward. Still, a little recognition and maybe some cash never hurts.

Ephrata parks ready to welcome residents, visitors

EPHRATA - Anyone just driving through Ephrata on Basin Street may miss some of the parks and opportunities to enjoy the outdoors that the city offers. From hiking on Beezley Hill to picnics at Patrick Park to shooting hoops at Lions Park or working on your kick flip at the city’s skate park, there’s a bit of something for everyone.

BASIN SOCCER ROUNDUP: April 18, 2025

COLUMBIA BASIN – As the final weeks of boys soccer creep up, here is how the last week of competition unfolded. See below for the current lay of the land.

Hearings on Soap Lake PD chief's termination begin

SOAP LAKE —The Soap Lake Civil Service Commission convened Monday for a meeting addressing the contested termination of former Soap Lake Police Department Chief Ryan Cox, who is challenging his dismissal following a disciplinary investigation. Cox was terminated by city officials Feb. 13 after being placed on paid administrative leave for 13 weeks while an investigation occurred on Cox’s alleged misconduct.

‘The budget blackout continues’: WA GOP frustrated by Dems’ tax hike proposals

(The Center Square) – With just 10 days remaining in session, majority party Democrats in the Washington State Legislature have yet to reveal their final budget proposals. Meanwhile, Republicans remain largely powerless to stop an onslaught of tax hikes as part of Democrats’ revenue plan to deal with a projected operating budget shortfall of $16 billion over the next four years.

Moses Lake residents invited to chip and seal info night

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake residents are being invited to an open house to discuss the city’s proposed 2025 seal coat project from 5 to 7 p.m. April 29 at the Moses Lake Civic Center auditorium, 401 S. Balsam St.

Zags volleyball ends spring season on high note

SPOKANE – The Zags volleyball team concluded its 2025 season going 4-0 in their final stretch of games, according to a statement made by Gonzaga Athletics.

Transportation options focus of Grant Transit

MOSES LAKE — The Grant Transit Authority may be working on a pilot project to provide on-request bus service to senior citizens, starting in selected areas of Grant County. That was one of the possibilities discussed during the GTA board’s annual review Thursday.

Building permits for April 18, 2025

City of Moses Lake March 2025 Aho Construction, 4700 block of West Thrush Street, new residence, $263,000.

These games were added to the Super NES collection

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Law enforcement logs for April 18, 2025

The reports below were provided by the sheriff's office or police department indicated. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

McCosh Park site of Lions Easter egg hunt Saturday

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Lions chapter will be sponsoring its annual Easter egg hunt Saturday at noon McCosh Park. It’s for children up to 12 years of age. The park is divided into zones for different ages, from birth to 3 years of age, 4 to 6 years, 7 to 10 years and 11 and 12 years. Parents should plan to have their children there on time, according to the organizers, since the egg hunters are released promptly at noon and it doesn’t take them long to make a clean sweep of the eggs.

Legals for April, 18 2025

Suspect arrested in Soap Lake arson case

SOAP LAKE — An unidentified man was arrested on suspicion of arson Wednesday after allegedly setting fire to clothing that ignited nearby brush. The fire was reported in the 2200 block of Road 20 Northeast at about 7:45 p.m., according to a post from Grant County Fire District 7.

Elia Rodriguez

1941 – 2025

Elia Alicia Rodriguez, age 83, of Othello, Washington, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2025, in Hillsboro, Texas. She was surrounded by many visitors during her final days, a reflection of the lives she touched. Her loving daughter was by her side, ensuring she departed this world embraced by love and peace.

Mavs beat Eastmont 1-0 on the pitch

MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake Mavericks came out on top in their game against Eastmont Tuesday night with a 1-0 victory. “Once in a while we have our downs, but today was up,” said Mavs’ Joaquin Cervantes. “I’ve seen a lot of our players give it our all and that’s what I’m proud of.”

Soap Lake City Council applauds K-9 heroes

SOAP LAKE — At the April 16 Soap Lake City Council meeting, both Moses Lake Police Department and Grant County Sheriff’s Office received a $606.01 donation from the city, totaling $1012.02 for the two departments. Mayor Peter Sharp thanked the K-9s and their handlers for all of the work and assistance the city has received from both departments. From left to right is Soap Lake Mayor Peter Sharp, MLPD Officer Nick Stewart, MLPD Officer Brad Zook, GCSO Deputy Zane Bundy and K-9 Mallie and Deputy Liz Spurling.

Quincy-area recreation area project still uncertain

QUINCY — The ultimate fate of Port of Quincy-owned property overlooking the Columbia River, originally intended for a recreation and wildlife viewing area, is still to be determined. Port officials purchased about 90 acres in 2013, with the intention of developing the site for camping, along with picnic tables, a building that could be used for small events and other amenities. But Port Commissioner Patric Connelly said the plans didn’t work out, and so far, plans to sell it haven’t worked out either.

‘Midnight in Soap Lake’

Mystery novel explores life – and death – in a small desert town

SOAP LAKE — Murder, family secrets, mysterious water and a terrifying urban legend. It’s all lurking behind the small-town innocence of Soap Lake in a novel released Tuesday.

Mavs tennis victorious over Eastmont

Moses Lake looks toward heavy match load as the season progresses

MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake Mavericks boys and girls tennis teams both earned team wins in their matches against Eastmont Tuesday afternoon. “It was fun, they’re a very nice team,” said Mavs’ Carsen Owens who played third singles for the boys. “I was just trying to stay calm and focus on the point."

Warden freshman Everett Cox sinks hole in one

WARDEN – When April 10 rolled around, Everett Cox, a freshman on the boys golf team for the Warden Cougars, hit the green early to work on his putting and chipping prior to the team's match against Chewelah at Sage Hills Golf Course. He said it felt like a pretty normal morning to him as he got in some last-minute practice.

Adopt a champion snuggler!

SOAP LAKE – Shadow is a female lab mix whose world revolves around playing, exploring and of course a lot of cuddles – she is a champion snuggler after all. Shadow came to the Rock Bottom Rocker Pet Pantry after she and three other dogs were found with their deceased owner. Shadow was sadly separated from the other pups but now she is ready to find a new family and friends. She is spayed, up to date on shot and microchipped. If you want endless playtimes, constant companionship and unconditional love, visit RockBottomRocker.org and fill out her application. If you can’t adopt right now but would like to help a local shelter visit the website and click “donate.”

MLHS Class of 1995 reunion April 25-27

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake High School Class of 1995 will hold its 30-year class reunion the weekend of April 25-27, according to an announcement from the reunion committee.

Soap Lake City Council downsizes itself

SOAP LAKE – The Soap Lake City Council made a decision regarding council size after three meetings of deliberation. Four council members voted in favor of downsizing the council to five members for the upcoming election this November. Both Kayleen Bryson and John Carlson voted no on the matter.

Huskies baseball dominates against Seattle U

SEATTLE – The Huskies baseball team (19-19) was dominant in their game against Seattle University (13-23), pitching a 22-0 shutout, according to a statement by University of Washington Athletics. Their 22-run performance included three home runs and a grand slam and was their fourth shutout of the year.

‘The Revlon Girl’

Masquers play delves into themes of womanhood and loss

SOAP LAKE — If you’re going to the Masquers Theater’s new play, the cast has a recommendation. “Bring your hankies, because you’re going to need them,” said Tanya Sheelke, who plays the title character in “The Revlon Girl,” at rehearsal April 10.

LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: Child Abuse Prevention Month thoughts

Child abuse is a disease in society that affects all of humanity, whether directly or indirectly.

Respiratory illness season fades in Grant County

MOSES LAKE — With the arrival of spring the most severe phase of the 2024-25 respiratory illness has officially come to an end, according to the Grant County Health District.

Donation helps Confluence Health purchase new equipment

WENATCHEE — A donation from a longtime Wenatchee physician helped Confluence Health officials buy equipment for an upgraded patient monitoring system and simulators for emergency response.

Ephrata installs new latrines at Sports Complex

MOSES LAKE – Ephrata Parks and Recreation sports complex will be getting new bathrooms. Crews are working on getting everything connected for public use.

Basin softball roundup for April 17, 2025

COLUMBIA BASIN - Despite spring break slowing things down a bit, diamonds were still filled with players competing fairly regularly in Grant and Adams counties. See below to check on your favorite teams:

Quincy public works to experiment with four-day week

QUINCY — Quincy public works employees will be experimenting with a four-day work week this summer, one of the provisions in a new contract between the city and the union representing public works. The new contract, which replaces the existing contract, was approved by Quincy City Council members Tuesday by a 5-0 vote. Union members had ratified it earlier. The contract will be in effect for four years.

Legals for April, 17 2025

Soap Lake council appoints Arnold to vacancy

SOAP LAKE – At the April 16 Soap Lake City Council meeting the council appointed Andrew Arnold to fill seat six. One open seat remains on the council. Arnold said he had previously been on the council for two years before he resigned.

Michael Andrew Ward

1964 – 2025

Michael Andrew Ward, 60, a longtime resident of Moses Lake, Washington, passed away on April 12, 2025, in Seattle, Washington, after facing ongoing health challenges with grace and strength. He was surrounded by loved ones, a peaceful passing for a life well-lived and well-loved.

Clara M. Woodward

1944 — 2025

Clara M. Woodward was born January 5, 1944, in Tacoma, Washington to Frank and Louise Plattner. Clara passed away peacefully in her sleep in the early morning of her 81st birthday, January 5, 2025, in Moses Lake, Washington.

Slush gaining confidence, ready for adoption

OTHELLO – Slush, a Chihuahua mix has begun getting more comfortable and gaining his confidence. He arrived at Adams County Pet Rescue being quite timid of everyone and everything, however, after patience and reassuring pets, he has started to warm up. Slush is a pup who takes time to get used to people, after you’ve gained his trust though, he loves pets, kissing his friends and cuddling. He has a sense of adventure and enjoys exploring and occasionally has the zoomies. If Slush is your type of pup, visit AdamsCountyPetRescue.com and fill out an application. If you can’t adopt right now but would like to help a local shelter, visit the website and click “donate.”

Firearm permit bill moving to governor's desk

OLYMPIA – Washington State House Bill 1163 passed the Senate with a vote of 29 to 19 Monday following its earlier passage in the house. The bill seeks to implement stricter regulations surrounding the purchase, transfer and possession of firearms by requiring a permit to purchase them.

Royal girls best Wapato on the court

Knights hope to continue to sharpen their skills against strong opponents

ROYAL CITY – The Royal Knights girls tennis team earned a 4-1 victory against Wapato in their Monday afternoon matches. “We started pretty slow and then we kind of got into it in the first set, but we weren’t playing our best today,” said Cambpelle Anderson, girls first doubles team for the Knights. “Just focusing on the simple things like serving and returning serves.”

Basin baseball roundup

Basin baseball roundup

Wahluke High students bring home SkillsUSA medals

MATTAWA — Wahluke High School junior Diana Barber said her performance in regional SkillsUSA competition left her a little unsure going into state competition. While she was satisfied with her performance on the test in the medical math category, she just wasn’t sure. “I try not to get my hopes up,” she said.

Basin sports schedule: April 16-23, 2025

MOSES LAKE – Spring sports continue this week as student athletes look to continue their push toward success and improve their abilities whether it be running, kicking, or swinging a bat, club or racquet.

Public hearings set for Othello housing regulations

OTHELLO — The Othello Planning Commission will hold a public hearing at 6 p.m. April 21 on amendments to city zoning regulations that would allow the establishment of transitional and other types of temporary and supportive housing within the city limits. A public hearing is scheduled for the April 28 Othello City Council meeting. Othello Community Development Director Anne Henning said state law mandates the changes. The city is not required to build what is called “STEP” housing, however.

Cougs finish top-13 at Marcero Classic

DAVIS, Calif. – The Cougars men's golf team finished 13th at the 2025 El Macero Classic Sunday. The Cougars shot a final round of 18-over, 306, and, played at the par 72, 7,127-yard El Macero Country Club, according to a statement from Washington State Athletics.

Adams Co. Sheriff addresses driver’s license suspension

RITZVILLE — Adams County Sheriff Dale Wagner has had his driver’s license reinstated; it had been suspended in mid-2023 over a traffic fine Wagner said he didn’t know he owed.

Moses Lake cleanup day scheduled

MOSES LAKE – The Downtown Moses Lake Association isn’t messing around – no, really. The organization has planned its annual Downtown Spring Clean-up for April 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

WA ranks 34th of 50 states in ALEC's 'Rich States, Poor States' report

(The Center Square) – Washington remained in the lower half of U.S. states in terms of economic outlook, according to a Tuesday – Tax Day – report from the conservative Arlington, Va.-based American Legislative Exchange Council that faults the Evergreen State’s tax burden and high labor costs for the state’s No. 34 ranking.

Eagles victorious over Portland State

CHENEY — The Eastern Washington University women’s tennis team wrapped up its final home match with a victory on senior day, according to a statement by EWU athletics. Eastern stands at 4-12.

Talent on Main Street

Coulee City Art Walk highlights local artists

COULEE CITY — Seven local businesses played host to artists from the Basin at the third annual Coulee City Art Walk Friday. The walk brought a pretty good-sized turnout to the town of about 600, said Don Nutt, owner of Cariboo Trail Studio and the organizer of the event, “It’s kind of been in waves,” Nutt said. “I stepped out just for a second, and all the parking spaces were pretty much filled on Main Street. And the next time I looked, there weren’t very many there, so I think it’s just going to be a lot of people filtering in here and there.”

Documentary of JFK in Moses Lake to premiere Thursday

MOSES LAKE — On Sept. 26, 1963, President John F. Kennedy stepped off Air Force One onto the tarmac at Larson Air Force Base in Moses Lake. Instead of getting straight on another plane as scheduled, Kennedy stopped for a few minutes, shook hands and chatted with locals at the base. A documentary premiering Thursday at the Moses Lake Civic Center will offer a glimpse into that day. “Imagine spending five minutes somewhere and making an impression on the people you meet for the rest of their lives,” says narrator Shane Humphrey in the 12-minute film “JFK in Moses Lake, Washington.” The film, made by filmmaker Lee O’Connor, features archive footage of Kennedy’s stopover and interviews with people who were present on that day. The screening is hosted by the Moses Lake Museum & Art Center.

Wahluke continues to build on successful season

MATTAWA – The Wahluke Warriors boys soccer team showed up with a point to prove as they were victorious over the Wapato Wolves, resulting in a 3-1 final score. The Warriors started fast as they jumped out to a three-goal lead before the end of the first half.

Legals for April, 16 2025

Bill to electronically track sexually violent predators in WA signed into law

(The Center Square) – A bipartisan bill to keep communities in Washington state safe from sexually violent predators has been signed into law by Gov. Bob Ferguson.

Richard Lee Oestreich

Richard Lee Oestreich, 96, our beloved dad, uncle, grandpa and great-grandpa, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on April 10, 2025, just weeks before his 97th birthday. Richard (Rich) was born in Portland, Oregon to Jerry and Lee Oestreich. As a teenager, he moved to Hoquiam, Washington with his older brother, Jim—his only sibling—where he completed high school.

Joann Edmonson

Joann Edmonson

One arrested for suspected kidnapping and assault

MOSES LAKE — The Grant County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested a suspect, Destin Johnson, 27, of Kent on suspicion of kidnapping and assault of a man last week.

Keith Stanley Ehlert

July 13, 1946 – March 22, 2025 Keith Stanley Ehlert, 78, passed on March 22, 2025 in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

FFA Plant sales blooming soon

MOSES LAKE – As the weather warms the plants start to bloom, including plants in local Future Farmers of America greenhouses. Several chapters across Grant County are gearing up to hold their annual plant sales.

Teenager swatted in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE — The Grant County Sheriff's Office received a call about a shooting early Sunday in the Larson community. The call turned out to be a malicious false call, also known as swatting.

Adopt Darla, a darling dog

MOSES LAKE – Darla, a boxer mix is looking for her forever home. She’s a sweet girl who loves ear pets; tummy rubs and little snacks. She is looking for people to take her on adventures, watch movies with her as she naps and spoil her rotten. She is around 4 years old. If this darling girl is your perfect companion, visit GrantCountyAnimalOutreach.org and fill out her application. If you can’t adopt right now but you would like to help a local shelter, visit the website and click “donate.”

Quincy Boys and Girls both earn team wins over Grandview

Strong winds build stronger players in Quincy and Grandview’s Saturday tennis matches

QUINCY – The Quincy Jackrabbits boys and girls tennis teams both earned 3-2 victories over Grandview in their windy Saturday morning matches.

Grant PUD commissioners approve 20-year solar power production contract

EPHRATA — A solar power project that received a construction permit in 2020 is projected to be producing electricity by late 2027. Grant County Public Utility District commissioners approved a power purchasing agreement with Quincy Solar on April 8.

Gas prices decline slightly in Washington and nationwide

MOSES LAKE – In a welcome development for motorists, the national average price of gasoline has fallen for the first time in nearly a month, dropping 7 cents from last week to $3.13 per gallon, according to data from GasBuddy. This decline comes after a period of rising prices, with the national average up 7.8 cents from a month ago but 46.9 cents lower than the same time last year.

Two injured in traffic collision, suspected DUI

GEORGE — Two George men were injured early Sunday due to a one-vehicle collision southwest of George.

Ephrata softball takes doubleheader from Grandview

EPHRATA — The Ephrata Tigers softball team went on the road and took two victories in a doubleheader against the Grandview Greyhounds. The Tigers dominated, winning game one 19–0 and game two 9-1. In game one, the Tigers started fast with three runs in the first inning. Heading into the fourth, they were up 7-0 before firing off 9 runs, increasing the lead to 16-0. Head Coach Heather Wood’s game plan was followed to a tee. “Just play our game and make sure we're focusing on the fundamentals that we've been practicing, be patient at the plate, making sure we're taking the right pitch,” she said.

ACH softball victorious against visiting Omak Pioneers

COULEE CITY — The Almira/Coulee-Hartline Warriors softball team took home two wins when they hosted the Omak Pioneers. In game one they were victorious 10-6. In game two they built on their momentum, winning 11-2 and moving to five wins on the season. The approach to the doubleheader was influenced by the Warriors' loss to Brewster, and Head Coach Faye Butler saw that her players became very motivated. “The next day in practice, the girls were like, ‘We need to practice harder, Coach.’ And I was like, ‘All right, let's practice harder.’ One thing I've been trying to hammer in these girls this year is resilience, so yeah, we got into it, and they were pumped,” she said.

Cougars fall to Liberty Christian on the road in a doubleheader

WARDEN — The Warden Cougars baseball team were unsuccessful on the road against the Liberty Christian Patriots, losing in their doubleheader 3-1 in each game. Both games were very identical in how competitive they became. Both teams scored a run in the first inning, and it remained tied throughout most of the game until the end where the Patriots were able to score the winning runs. Cougars head coach Travis Visker knew this game was much closer than the final scores say. “We were just wanting to really try to compete with these guys and both games were close, I mean, the score doesn't even do them justice. They were pitching doodles all the way to the very end (of) both games. Unfortunately, we came up short on both of them,” he said. In game one, Pitcher TJ Visker put in a clinic striking out two b

One road project completed in Quincy

QUINCY — It’s still early in the spring, but one transportation project in Quincy was completed last week. A bridge at the intersection of M Street Northeast and Road O Northwest reopened Friday. The bridge was widened to accommodate traffic turning onto or from Road O Northwest and the wooden railing was replaced with a metal guardrail. The bridge was closed while construction was underway. Quincy Administrator Pat Haley said in an earlier interview that typically the bridge railing was damaged about twice a year. Widening the bridge should better accommodate large vehicles turning at that intersection, he said.

16-year-old injured by firework

MOSES LAKE — A 16-year-old was injured by a presumed aerial firework on March Avenue and Loring Drive in the Larson community early Sunday morning, according to the Grant County Sheriff's Office. “Fireworks are only permitted to be sold and purchased and ignited for certain periods of time around the Fourth of July and New Year's Eve in Grant County,” GCSO Public Information Officer Kyle Foreman said. “It's illegal to discharge, sell or purchase fireworks right now.”

Legals for April, 15 2025

ACH Warriors defeated on the road against Bears

COULEE CITY – The ACH Warriors softball team was defeated on the road 8-3 by the Brewster Bears. However, according to head coach Faye Butler, this was an important learning experience for a young softball team.

NextEra Energy plans Dry Falls Solar project in Grant County

COULEE CITY – NextEra Energy Resources has proposed a significant renewable energy project, Dry Falls Solar, which aims to bolster the region’s shift toward clean energy and economic growth.

Basin tennis roundup

Boys and Girls Tennis roundup

Jacks earn road win against Toppenish

Jacks take some rest as they prepare to continue their winning streak

QUINCY – The Quincy Jacks soccer team won on the road 1-0 in Thursday’s game against Toppenish. “I think the biggest thing is when we’re on our game and playing our style of soccer, we’re going to be a pretty dangerous team,” said Coach Hector Vaca.

Weather for week of April 14, 2025

Weather for the week of April 14, 2025

Decision delayed on condemnation proceedings along proposed power line route

EPHRATA — Grant County Public Utility District commissioners will delay a decision on beginning condemnation proceedings for property along the route of a projected power line between Wanapum Dam and Quincy for six weeks. Commissioners voted to table a resolution that would’ve started the condemnation proceedings at the April 8 meeting, following testimony from residents along the proposed route.

Warriors best Zillah 13-0

Wahluke Warriors continue their winning streak

MATTAWA – The Wahluke Warriors soccer team earned a 13-0 victory against Zillah Friday continuing their successful season and putting their record at 8-2.

Families, agencies join together at Child Abuse Prevention Month event

MOSES LAKE — Law enforcement, the Boys and Girls Club, Renew, firefighters and more joined Kids Hope at the Grant County Fairgrounds Wednesday to raise awareness of child abuse. “April is Child Abuse Prevention Month,” said Elisa Adolphsen, children’s advocacy coordinator for Kids Hope, who was handing out paper masks at the front door for children to wear. “For the past several years (we) have held an event for the community. We make it free so families can come and gain information about child safety. Every booth has something to do with child safety or child abuse prevention.”

Bikers to raise funds for scholarship in Peny Archer’s name

MOSES LAKE — Two local motorcycle clubs will hold events next weekend in honor of Moses Lake Food Bank Director Peny Archer, who passed away in January. Road Brother will be at the Ross Dress for Less parking lot April 19 in Moses Lake from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., said Road Brother member Thomas Johnson. Then from 4 to 6 p.m. the Unchained Brotherhood will hold a spaghetti feed at the Moses Lake Food Bank. The suggested donation at the spaghetti feed is $10.

Big Sky Now: Spring football updates, transfer portal buzz, and Sac State's FBS ambitions

The spring football season is here, and Big Sky Now is diving deep into what it all means for your favorite programs!

It would rock if you adopted Rocki

MOSES LAKE – Rocki, a sweet mixed breed boy is looking for his forever humans. His requirements are as follows: must like to go on walks, must pet him, must tell him all of your gossip while feeding him treats and must be willing to give him a loving and caring home. In exchange he will cuddle with you when you are sad or happy, he doesn’t care. If this sweet boy has won your heart, visit GrantCountyAnimalOutreach.org and fill out his application. If you can’t adopt right now but you would like to help a local shelter, visit the website and click “donate.”

Support in difficult times

Crossroads offers information, help with unplanned pregnancy

MOSES LAKE — An unplanned pregnancy can be a very scary thing. It brings big decisions to make, and no matter what course of action an expectant mother chooses, the outcome is life-changing. Crossroads Resource Center’s goal is to get her the information she needs to make those choices, its operators said, and then support her afterward.

Basin boys soccer roundup

Basin boys soccer recap for the last week.

Home prices and active listings both up in Grant County

MOSES LAKE — Active listings are considerably up in Washington compared to a year ago, and a Washington city showed the highest growth in homeownership in the U.S. over a 12-year period, but rising prices are still making the dream of owning a home difficult to fulfill.

Vikings split in doubleheader against Wenatchee

Vikings look to come together and put together more consistent doubleheaders

MOSES LAKE – Big Bend Community College Vikings split victories in their doubleheader against Wenatchee Valley winning their first game 6-5 and coming up short in the second game 1-4.

‘Our shelves are really empty’

Ephrata Food Bank in need of donations

EPHRATA – The Ephrata Food Bank, a resource for families in the Ephrata community, is currently facing significant challenges due to dwindling supplies, but increased demand, Director Phyllis Fuglie said. Since moving to its current location in 2003, the food bank has served as a lifeline for many residents struggling with food insecurities. Prior to the current building the food bank operated out of the Ephrata Recreation Center. According to volunteers, the need for assistance has only intensified in recent months as food sources have diminished.

Early-season roadwork, work on North Cascades Highway, continuing

MOSES LAKE — It’s getting warmer, ever so slowly, and road construction will be ramping up soon, but few projects are underway yet. Washington Department of Transportation crews have finished the first phase of clearing the North Cascades highway, but it’s not officially open yet.

The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation to hold annual banquet

MOSES LAKE — The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation will hold its annual banquet and auction Saturday in Moses Lake.

Eastern Washington women’s golf places top 10 ahead of post season

GOODYEAR, ARIZONA – The Eastern Washington university women’s golf team concluded the regular season at the Bobcat Desert Classic, hosted by Montana State. The Eagles finished sixth after shooting 895, according to a release from Eastern Washington Athletics.

Basin events for April 11-19, 2025

COLUMBIA BASIN — With the weather we’ve seen in the Basin lately, it’s hard to know if it’s time to wear shorts or raincoats. Either way, there are a host of things to get out and do this week. Here are a few:

Huskies best Toppenish in double overtime

Huskies will focus one game at a time as they make push toward the top of the CWAC

OTHELLO – The Othello Huskies soccer team earned a 2-1 victory in Tuesday night’s game against Toppenish with a penalty kick by Jose Cabrera in overtime.

New conservation district program offers sprinkler system analysis

MOSES LAKE — Residents of Grant and Adams counties who want to reduce their water use but who may not want to completely change their landscape – or do want to make changes - can get some help from the Columbia Basin Conservation District.

Legals for April, 11 2025

Adopt this purr-fect friend

Denzel is a four-month-old bundle of happiness. He is known for his loud, rumbling purrs when he gets petted. He is also a professional cuddler with degrees in snuggles, pets and naps. However, post-nap Denzel will have the zoomies, becoming a blur of fur racing around the room. He loves to explore, play and chase anything that moves. If you are looking for a cuddly and chaotic little guy, Denzel is your perfect match. Visit GrantCountyAnimalOutreach.org and put in an application. If you can’t adopt but you would like to help a local shelter, visit the website and click “donate.”

Randy Hull Jr.

Randy Hull Jr., 57, died April 6, 2025, in Warden, Washington. Arrangements are in care of Kayser’s Chapel of Memories.

Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious

Basin Community Theater stages ‘Mary Poppins’

MOSES LAKE — It won’t be the “Mary Poppins” everybody knows. But the Basin Community Theatre production opening Thursday promises to be at least supercalifragilisticexpialidocious. And if everything goes right; it might even be practically perfect.

Scoobie Doobie Doo wants to be adopted by you

SOAP LAKE – Scoobie, a cane corso mix is a sweet goofy pup with a playful spirit. He loves going on walks, ear scratches, chasing his tail and going on exotic adventures. It is not recommended to adopt him to investigate mysteries though, because he loves everyone and likely will be little help in any ghost hunts. Despite his lack of detective skills, he is a really good boy looking for a good home. If your home is the one for this boy, visit RockBottomRocker.com and fill out an application. If you can’t adopt right now but would like to help a local shelter, visit the website and click donate or contact the shelter via Facebook to coordinate donations.

State treasurer visits Ephrata, discusses WA financial health

EPHRATA – Washington State Treasurer Mike Pellicciotti visited the Ephrata Rotary Club Tuesday to discuss his role and the financial health of the state. He said he is trying to visit all of the local Rotary Clubs around the state to educate communities on state finance and answer questions from constituents.

Challenges of homelessness prompting debate in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE — The challenges around homelessness in Grant County and the Open Doors Sleep Center in Moses Lake, and how to address them, prompted the same reaction from Moses Lake Mayor Dustin Swartz and Moses Lake Chamber of Commerce Director Debbie Doran-Martinez. “It’s frustrating,” Doran-Martinez said.

Othello secures 6-0 victory against Quincy

Huskies sit at 8-1 in the number three spot in the CWAC following win

OTHELLO – The Othello Huskies earned a 6-0 victory in Tuesday afternoon’s game against the Jacks. “We had a pretty good game there,” said Huskies head coach Sonny Garza. “We had a good approach at the plate, strung a few hits together in the middle innings and were able to get some runs.”

Mavs fall to Jackson at home

MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake Mavericks softball team came up short, 5-2, against the visiting Jackson Timberwolves. This comes after a dominant doubleheader win over the Eisenhower Cadets. “Jackson's a really good team with an established program, but we didn't play our sharpest and a lot of times in two good teams to get together, it's the team that makes one less mistake that comes out on top,” Mavs Head Coach Mike Hofheins said.

George Library resource fair successful

GEORGE — The first Resource Fair held at the George Library was a success, said Librarian Jeana Rushton.

Traveling to Spokane — mind your speed on I-90

SPOKANE — Drivers who are speeding on Interstate 90 between the Liberty Lake and State Line interchanges between now and the end of June may receive a notice from the Washington Department of Transportation. WSDOT will be installing “speed cameras” to identify cars traveling in excess of the speed limit.

Soap Lake City Council still seeking to fill two seats

SOAP LAKE – The Soap Lake City Council is actively seeking candidates to fill two open council positions. "Participating in city council is not just about being in the government; it's about community representation," Council Member Judith Gorman said, noting that she spoke on her own behalf and not the entire council. "The city council plays a crucial role in shaping policies that affect every resident in Soap Lake.”

CWU recognizes locals in winter quarter honor roll

ELLENSBURG — Central Washington University has released its Honor Roll for winter quarter 2025, with 104 students from Grant and Adams counties honored. To be eligible, a student must complete a minimum of 12 graded credits in the quarter earned with a grade point average of 3.5 or higher.

Warden council undecided on port road project

WARDEN – Warden City Council met for a regular meeting Tuesday to continue the discussion on the Port of Warden Industrial Road Project and pass several other resolutions including signing the Grant County Economic Development agreement, accepting a parade for graduating students and allowing for bids to take place on two other projects.

BASIN SOFTBALL ROUNDUP: April 10, 2025

BASIN SOFTBALL ROUNDUP: April 10, 2025

LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: Examine each thing independently

Over the last several years, our country has gotten into an all-or-none mentality that seems a bit odd to me. Maybe it’s because of my job, but it seems weird that we look at our political leaders and decide that they’re either always right or always wrong. I don’t mean this simply toward Donald Trump, though he’s in the mix, but rather toward the high-end political leaders that regularly make national headlines. They include Mitch McConnell, Bernie Sanders, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Joe Biden, Barack Obama, Dan Newhouse and a host of others.

Legals for April, 10 2025

Surfin' into dental health

MOSES LAKE – Smile Surfers Kids Dentistry held a ribbon cutting for the new dental practice at 1429 S. Pioneer Way, Suite 2 in Moses Lake last week. The office is designed to be fun for children with an atmosphere that puts them at ease during visits that may seem scary. The Moses Lake Chamber of Commerce said in a statement that they’re excited to welcome the practice to the community. Appointments may be set up by calling 509-431-6003 or visit their website at smilesurfers.com.

Recent grad looking for a forever home

OTHELLO – Orchard recently graduated from the Ridge Dog training program. The Ridge Dogs program allows for inmates at the Coyote Ridge Correctional Facility in Connell to train dogs. The dogs are taught basic commands such as sit, stay, lie down, come when called, walk on a loose leash and heel on request. Many of the dogs will also have clicker training. Orchard is a loving girl, who loves a good nap and yap. She is a good companion for those who are active because she loves long runs and exciting adventures. She is spayed, vaccinated, microchipped and ready to go home with you. If Orchard seems like a perfect fit, visit AdamsCountyPetRescue.com and fill out an application. If you can’t adopt, right now, but you would like to help a local shelter, visit the website and click “donate.”

Rick E. Mitchell

July 18, 1949 — April 7, 2025

Rick E. Mitchell, 75, passed away early in the morning on April 7th with his wife, Marlene and daughter, Tami by his side. Rick was born in Ritzville, Washington in 1949 to W.E. (Mitch) and Lilias Mitchell. Rick then grew up with his younger sister and brother, Candise and Terry in Moses Lake, Washington. Rick enjoyed little league baseball, fishing and spending time traveling to Arkansas and California with his family.

Eagles women tennis team falls to Seattler on the road

SEATTLE — Eastern Washington women's tennis fell on the road against non-conference opponent Seattle Redhawks 6-1.

Mattawa spring cleanup scheduled for this weekend

MATTAWA — Just as houses have a spring cleanup, so do cities. Mattawa’s spring cleanup is scheduled for this weekend.

New Moses Lake shop offers electronics and service

MOSES LAKE — For almost a century, Radio Shack was the electronics geek’s mecca, with parts and components for any project as well as cutting-edge toys and kits. Then the company ran into financial trouble in the 2010s and closed more than 8,000 franchise stores, including the one in Moses Lake. Now its products are making a little bit of a comeback.

Ferguson signed 23 bills into law this week

OLYMPIA – Washington Governor Bob Ferguson signed 24 bills into law in the past week. The bills change laws covering issues from suicide prevention to education funding to vehicle inspections.

Othello boys find success against Toppenish

Rainy weather makes for interesting matches between Othello and Toppenish

OTHELLO – The Othello Huskies tennis team faced off against Toppenish Monday afternoon with the boys winning 3-2. The Othello girls went 2-3 giving the girls their first loss of the season.

BASIN SPORTS SCHEDULE - April 9-16, 2025

BASIN SPORTS SCHEDULE - April 9-16, 2025

MLPD arrests one after firearm shown at coffee stand

MOSES LAKE – A 34-year-old Moses Lake man was arrested Monday afternoon after displaying a handgun in the drive-through of an espresso stand, according to Grant County Sheriff’s Office.

Critics warn WA bill could raise gas prices by 40 cents by 2031

(The Center Square) – The Senate Ways & Means Committee voted to advance a bill revising Washington state’s Clean Fuel Standard law amid concerns among critics who warn that the expedited schedule could jack up state gas prices even higher.

BASIN BASEBALL ROUNDUP - April 9, 2025

BASIN BASEBALL ROUNDUP - April 9, 2025

Cougs baseball prevails against San Francisco

PULLMAN – The Washington State baseball team was victorious against visiting San Francisco on Monday, winning 8-3, according to a release from Washington State Athletics.

Hundreds honored on Vikings President’s and VP’s lists

MOSES LAKE — Big Bend Community College announced Monday that 303 Basin students have been named to the President’s List for winter quarter 2025. Hundreds more made the Vice President’s List. The Columbia Basin Herald team congratulates our local scholars on the recognition earned for their hard work and dedication to learning.

Legals for April, 9 2025

Volunteers sought for Mattawa city cleanup

MATTAWA — Volunteers are being sought to pick up trash around public areas in Mattawa beginning at 8 a.m. Saturday. Cleanup will last all morning.

Suniga looking forward to job as Ritzville PD chief

RTIZVILLE — New Ritzville Police Chief Mike Suniga said he’s learned a lot over his law enforcement career. “I got hooked when I was an Explorer Scout,” he said. “It was just one of those things where I could see myself doing this and see myself making a career. And as I matured in law enforcement, I (thought), ‘How am I going to leave a lasting impact?’ I love helping people, and I love being able to solve problems, whether it’s through the criminal justice system or through other systems and programs that are available.”

Lucy Lou is looking to be adopted by you

MOSES LAKE — Looking to brighten your home with a bit of playful spunk? Meet Lucy Lou, a delightful 2-year-old Chihuahua mix who's a fan favorite at Grant County Animal Outreach. With her zest for life and love for cuddles, we're sure she'll wiggle her way into your heart in no time! Lucy Lou has a knack for turning any ordinary day into an extraordinary adventure. Whether she's snuggling by your side or chasing after her favorite toy, her charm is hard to resist. Though small in stature, Lucy Lou's personality is larger than life, and she's eagerly awaiting her forever family. If she has won your heart, visit GrantCountyAnimalOutreach.org and fill out an application. If adopting isn’t possible right now but you would like to help a local shelter, visit the website and click “donate.”

10 years of fine cuts

Pure Country Harvest brings local meat to local tables

MOSES LAKE — With grilling season beginning, it’s time to start thinking about the meat you’re fixing to cook. Did it come from across the country, or across town? “There are a lot of small (meat) producers in Washington that produce a quality product, but don't have a place to take it to be processed,” said Andy Huff, plant manager at Pure Country Harvest in Moses Lake. “That's what we're here to do, is not only provide high quality protein for the local community, but also to provide a service for the small producers, so that they can get their products out.”

Quincy PD arrests burglary suspect

QUINCY – The Quincy Police Department, assisted by the Moses Lake Police Department and Grant County Sheriff’s Office, arrested Joshua D. Avalos, 33, of Quincy after he was identified as a suspect in an apartment burglary.

Othello wins in OT against Ephrata

Huskies look to grab first in league play

OTHELLO — The Othello Huskies soccer team won in overtime 2-1 in Saturday’s game against the Ephrata Tigers. “We knew from the beginning it was a battle,” said Tigers head coach Ivan Garay. “We had already played them once and tied and we knew that it was going to be back and forth.”

Gas prices rise nationally, drop slightly in WA

MOSES LAKE— In the latest report from GasBuddy, the national average price of gasoline has increased for the third consecutive week, rising 10.6 cents to $3.21 per gallon. This marks a 13.2-cent increase from just a month ago but remains 35.6 cents lower than the same time last year. The national average price of diesel has also seen an uptick, climbing 3.6 cents to settle at $3.594 per gallon.

Teens discuss Constitution in American Legion event

EPHRATA — Sixteen Washington students demonstrated their speaking skills March 29, according to an announcement from American Legion Art Semro Post 28 in Ephrata.

Services, profitable and not, part of Quincy ambulance discussion

QUINCY — Quincy City Council members approved a contract increase with the city’s EMS provider April 1, but not before a discussion of ambulance transports, availability and profitability. The council voted 5-1 to approve the increase with Columbia EMS, a privately owned service. Council member Jeff Spence voted no.

Discover Pass fee increase considered by WA legislature

OLYMPIA —Washington State Senate Bill 5390, which proposes to increase the cost of the Discover Pass and day-use permits, was the subject of discussion during a recent hearing before the House Committee on Appropriations. The bill aims to update fees that have remained unchanged since their implementation in 2011 and address a growing budget deficit in state recreational programs. The bill passed the Senate with a 29-20 vote. Senate Democrats voted in favor, with the exception of Sen. Adrian Cortes, D-Battle Ground. All Republican senators voted no.

Tigers split doubleheader at home against Toppenish

EPHRATA — The Ephrata Tigers and Toppenish Wildcats each walked away with a win Friday after the Tigers took the first game 6-5, and the Wildcats secured game two 13-0, in a doubleheader in Ephrata.

Tigers girls tennis rallies against Bulldogs

EPHRATA – The Ephrata Tigers girls tennis team went on the road and pulled off a tight 3-2 win over the Ellensburg Bulldogs on Thursday. It was a hard-fought win.

'Beyond belt-tightening': WSU scrambles for revenue amid cuts, falling enrollment

(The Center Square) – As President Donald Trump cuts funding and Gov. Bob Ferguson juggles a $16 billion budget shortfall, Washington State University is bracing for up to 10% reductions across several departments. The WSU Executive Leadership Team laid out the situation in a message to the community. According to WSU Insider, the university’s media relations outlet, leadership directed all 44 budgeted units, colleges and departments across the system to plan for upcoming cuts.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Zags were so far, and yet so close

IF YOU had no skin in this title game other than wanting to see what brand of basketball the riches of NIL can buy these days, it was a thriller. The collectives who fund the sport’s best teams — note that all four No. 1 seeds made it to San Antonio — get their money’s worth. More than anything Monday night, you got to see big, strong athletes who leave politeness in the dressing room. This game was just short of violence. There were times when it looked like the YMCA on Saturday afternoon, complete with bloody noses and no referees. Maybe they should have played, “Make it, take it.”

Legals for April, 8 2025

Hattie 'Ann' Rice

Hattie "Ann" Rice, a loving mother, grandmother, sister and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2025, in Moses Lake, Washington, at the age of 83.

UPDATED: Water main break closes section of Mart Road

MOSES LAKE — A water main break is temporarily limiting access to businesses in the 900 block of Stratford Road. Moses Lake city officials said Monday afternoon that a section of the westbound lane of Mart Road will be closed while repairs are underway. Drivers still will have access to WinCo, Sportsman’s Warehouse and the other businesses in that block from Central Drive, said Lynne Lynch, Moses Lake communications and marketing specialist. The road will be closed until further notice.

Kathleen M. Hahn

Kathleen M. Hahn, 97, of Craigmont, Idaho, died Saturday, April 5, 2025, at the Grangeville Health and Rehabilitation Center of Cascadia. Arrangements are under the direction of the Blackmer Funeral Home, Grangeville, Idaho.

MLSD provides more details on Groff legal action

District closes elementary campus for ‘25-26 school year due to safety concerns

MOSES LAKE – Moses Lake School District officials announced during a Friday press conference that Groff Elementary will remain closed for the 2025-26 school year due to the ongoing infrastructure issues tied to the original construction of the building. The district is also pursuing legal action against Fowler General Construction Inc., the contractor that built Groff, for breach of contract and breach of warranty.

George Library to host resource fair

GEORGE — The George Library will host a resource fair Monday, where residents of the area can get help with a variety of needs.

MLHS Track team hits new personal bests

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Mavericks track and field team had great success Thursday afternoon in the dual meet against Eastmont with multiple athletes breaking personal records. “We had some kids doing events that they haven’t done before that showed not just good results, but real promise for the future,” said Mavs head coach Mark Ward.

Huskies best Prosser in doubleheader

Othello maintains winning streak as with record of 4-0 in league play and 5-3 on the season

OTHELLO – The Othello Huskies Softball team won in both games of their doubleheader against Prosser Friday evening going 11-1 and 10-0 for the day. “I felt good knowing there was a good team behind me to back me up as the pitcher,” said the Huskies’ Alexa Prochet.

Skyview Dental Clinic breaks ground on new building

MOSES LAKE — “It’s important to make a living, but it’s more important to make a difference.” That’s the advice Dr. Calvin Despain said his mentor gave him years ago. Despain is the owner of Skyview Dental Clinic in Moses Lake, having taken over Dr. Brent Jones’ practice about four years ago when Jones retired. The clinic is tucked away on Hunter Place just off South Pioneer Way, but it will be moving this year into a brand-new, larger facility on Yonezawa Boulevard next to Lowe’s.

Basin residents protest Trump policies in Ephrata

EPHRATA – A group of between 75 and 80 people gathered in front of Sun Basin Plaza in downtown Ephrata Saturday from a little before 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. to protest policies put forth by the Donald Trump administration.

Mavs softball team dominates in doubleheader vs. Cadets

MOSES LAKE – On Friday, the Moses Lake Mavericks (6-2) softball team dominated at home against the visiting Eisenhower Cats (2-4), winning the doubleheader 20-0 and 14-1.

Quincy examining truck restrictions in city

QUINCY — A public hearing is scheduled for 6 p.m. April 15 at Quincy City Hall to take public comment on a proposal to change designated truck routes within the city limits. City hall is located at 104 B St. SW.

City of Ephrata considering logo options

EPHRATA – The Ephrata City Council is reviewing options for a logo for the city which could be used for marketing and other purposes and discussed how to move forward during their April 3 meeting. “A logo is a graphic symbol or emblem that visually represents a company, organization or entity,” said City Clerk Kaitlin Kapalo. “It distinguishes us from others and gives us something to recognize (us for). Logos matter because it’s our first impression as a city.”

Huskies fall in Thursday match against Selah

OTHELLO – The Othello Huskies boys soccer team was defeated Thursday by the Selah Vikings in a dominant 5–0 loss. The loss came after a big 2-0 win over East Valley (Yakima) on Tuesday, which had the Huskies coming in on a high note.

Tigers maintain success on the court

EPHRATA – The Ephrata Tigers (7-0) boys tennis team took care of business on the road against the Ellensburg Bulldogs (4-4), winning 4-1 and keeping their undefeated season alive. With dominant performances from Josh Mullin’s singles win and a doubles victory from Charles Flynn and Jacob Wolther, this team was a unified front.

Weather for the week of April 7, 2025

Weather for the week of April 7, 2025

STUDIO BASIN: March crime roundup and sports recap

MOSES LAKE – On this week’s episode of the STUDIO BASIN Podcast, Managing Editor R. Hans "Rob" Miller and reporter Nance Beston discussed the crimes that occurred in the month of March. Miller explained both drive-by shootings in Moses Lake, including the Loop Drive drive-by shooting which had one fatality and four injured and the Olympic Drive drive-by shooting which resulted in no injuries. Beston talked about the rest of the crimes the Columbia Basin Herald covered in March including high speed chases, running from officers and an alleged murder.

BMX ramping up for spring fun in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE – Now that Spring is here, outdoor activities are ramping up, including BMX leagues. On April 4th and 5th, Moses Lake BMX will hold multiple events for children and beginners. This comes after new changes were made to the organization’s offerings. They are starting two new leagues, one for beginners, at their open house this Saturday.

Groff litigation, improving finances addressed in MLSD board meeting

MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake School Board met for a regular meeting April 3 and discussed litigation regarding Groff Elementary, adding public health information to the district website, protection of student information and heard a financial report from MLSD superintendent Carol Lewis.

Rent stabilization bill makes progress in Olympia

OLYMPIA — A Washington bill to limit residential rate increases may have a shot at passing this year, according to its primary sponsor, state Sen. Emily Alvarado, D-Seattle. “I am very hopeful, and I think there is momentum,” Alvarado said. “I think the bill, where it’s gotten to at this point, is a compromise. I think it’s a balanced approach.”

SLPD swears in newest officer, hiring for police chief

SOAP LAKE – The Soap Lake Police Department swore in its newest officer, Yuriy Bezzubenko at the Soap Lake City Council meeting Wednesday.

Grant County property tax statements issued

EPHRATA — Grant County property owners should be receiving 2025 property tax statements in the mail in the next few days, unless they’ve shown up already. Grant County Treasurer Darryl Pheasant said tax statements were mailed March 28.

Soap Lake council debates downsizing itself

SOAP LAKE – The Soap Lake City Council voted for the second time to postpone action on changing the number of city council members at Wednesday’s meeting. The council has seven seats and five members; however, there is a proposed ordinance to drop the council down to five seats. The ordinance would not go into effect until the next election, meaning the city still has to fill the two empty council seats regardless.

Road construction ramping up for summer

MOSES LAKE — It’s still early in the spring and as a result still early in the road construction season, but there are some long-term projects already underway. Short-term projects are starting here and there around the region. Drivers heading north to Chelan who plan to take Highway 97A Monday will encounter traffic slowdowns at the Knapps Hill tunnel north of Entiat. Maintenance and inspection work will require flagger-controlled traffic.

Odessa groundwater funding in proposed Senate budget

OLYMPIA — A funding request for a section of the Odessa Groundwater Replacement Project has been added to the proposed Senate capital budget. If it’s included in the final capital budget, the EL 22.1 lateral would receive up to $44 million in funding at the request of Ninth District Senator Mark Schoesler, R – Ritzville.

The Shack to hold grand opening tomorrow

MOSES LAKE — The Shack will hold its grand opening tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in downtown Moses Lake. The Shack, owned by Rick Rodriguez, will carry electronic accessories similar to those carried by the now-defunct Radio Shack chain. Rodriguez previously owned the Radio Shack store in Moses Lake before the chain folded in the 2010s. The Shack is the first business to take up occupancy in the Moses Lake Chamber of Commerce’s business incubator at 301 W. Broadway Ave., according to the chamber.

Law enforcement logs for April 4, 2025

The reports below were provided by the sheriff's office or police department indicated. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Warden falls to Connell 0-3

Cougars squad holds its own despite being down a few players

WARDEN – The Warden Cougars lost in a hard-fought game against Connell 3-0 Tuesday night. “It was a good game in the first half; starting the second half it looks like we started to lose the ball,” said Cougars Coach Rafael Elizarraraz. The Cougars only had an 11-man squad Tuesday, which meant players had no substitutes and had to play the entire the game without breaks, said the coach.

Tennis roundup for April 4, 2025

COLUMBIA BASIN — Here's how Basin tennis teams fared last week:

Legals for April, 4 2025

Guns, cocaine paraphernalia seized in drive-by investigation

MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake Police Department announced the successful execution of search warrants that resulted in officers confiscating a dozen firearms and evidence of cocaine sales at a home in the 200 block of W. Knolls Vista Drive. The search was associated with the second of two drive-by shootings in Moses Lake in less than two weeks.

Knights go 1-1 in doubleheader against Cashmere

Knights look to improve their skills at pitch and at bat in preparation for an upcoming busy schedule

ROYAL CITY – The Royal City Knights baseball team played a doubleheader against Cashmere losing their first game 15-5 and winning their second 4-5.

Ephrata’s Lopez Argueta excels in classes despite language barrier

EPHRATA – In a celebration of resilience and hard work, Ephrata High School has named Diego Lopez Argueta as one of the Students of the Month for March. His tenacity in the face of challenges, particularly his efforts in overcoming language barriers, has made a significant impact on both his teachers and peers, said his teachers.

‘Wherever there’s need’

Moses Lake Christian Academy students get an education outside the classroom

MOSES LAKE — Some Moses Lake Christian Academy students are getting a little different education this week. “We’re on our Extended Learning Week, where we send out groups of students to get experiences outside the classroom,” said MLCA teacher Tyler Tadema.

Mavs take 2-0 victory over West Valley

Moses Lake looks to maintain momentum heading into remainder of season

MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake Mavericks soccer team gained a 2-0 victory in a Tuesday night game against West Valley High School. “I felt pretty confident in the first half and then I kind of honestly slowed down in the second half,” said Mavs player Felimon Sanchez. “But overall, it seemed to be pretty good.”

GCHD presents challenging but important work, officials say

MOSES LAKE — The Grant County Health District has a lot of jobs and, said GCHD Administrator Theresa Adkinson, some of them are pretty difficult. “We have a hard job – I tell staff that all the time,” Adkinson said. “We do really hard things. We are part of really hard conversations. But we are also community members, and we too are invested in (the decisions). Everything that we put forward as a public health agency is impacting our own families and lives. We’re also living it.”

Big baby ready for some snuggles

SOAP LAKE – Buddha is a great big boy full of love and energy. He loves to play in the water, go on walks, cuddle and sunbathe. He is still young, a little over a year old. He is a bullmastiff and boxer mix who weighs about 100 pounds. He is neutered, up to date on shots and ready to be adopted whenever. If you want to add Buddha to your family visit RockBottomRocker.org and fill out an application. If you can’t adopt right now but want to help a local shelter, visit the site and click “donate,” or reach out to the shelter via Facebook to coordinate food donations.

Grant PUD considering solar power agreement

EPHRATA — Grant County Public Utility District commissioners will consider purchasing the electricity produced at a proposed solar farm between the Grant County International Airport and Rocky Ford. Under the agreement with Quincy Solar, the PUD would receive all the electricity generated by the project. It's planned to produce 120 megawatts of power. The contract would run for 20 years.

Ephrata SD approves purchase of two surplus busses

EPHRATA -- The Ephrata School Board approved the purchase of two surplus 42-passenger buses at its March 24 meeting. The total cost of the purchase was $17,500.

Robot paints lines, saves time

EPHRATA – The Ephrata School District has been using a “tiny robot” for around a year to paint the fields at Ephrata Middle School and Ephrata High School.

Cougs recover from deficit in close win over ‘Zags

SPOKANE – On Tuesday, April 1, Washington State University (10-18) baseball made a comeback late in the game after being down 5-0 against Gonzaga (12-14) to win 7-6. The comeback was topped off with a two-run single executed by Ricco Longo in the tenth inning according to a statement from WSU Athletics.

Legals for April, 3 2025

Bridge 247 replacement to begin this year

MOSES LAKE – Grant County Public Works is anticipating ramping up plans to replace Bridge 247, which has been down since February 2024. In the Grant County Commissioners meeting Tuesday, Public Works staff shared that a Department of Transportation grant was approved and the project could now move forward.

Tiny pup, big heart

OTHELLO – Husk, a diamond in the rough kind of pup is looking for his forever family. He appears to be a Jack Russell Terrier according to Adams County Pet Rescue. He is working on leash training but said he would rather learn that with his forever human. He is a cuddle bug who loves attention. He is known for stealing the hearts of all the folks that meet him. If he stole your heart, visit AdamsCountyPetRescue.com and fill out his application. If you can’t adopt, right now, but would like to help a local shelter visit the website and click “donate.”

Groff students settling into new campuses

MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake School District is settling students and teachers into classrooms Groff Elementary will be closed for the remainder of the school year after electrical issues resulted in the injury of an unidentified individual. The school was originally planned to be closed March 3 through March 7 with students attending classes from home. However, at the March 6 school board meeting, it was announced the school would remain closed for the remainder of the school year.

Search warrants lead to arrest, narcotics seized

MOSES LAKE – Several federal search warrants were served March 30 in the greater Moses Lake area by the Moses Lake Police Street Crimes Unit Detectives who also serve as Task Force Officers for the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.

March 2025 a busy month for Basin law enforcement

MOSES LAKE — March was a busy month for law enforcement with the Grant County Sheriff’s Office, Moses Lake Police Department and Adams County Sheriff’s Office all involved in investigations. The month had high speed chases, drive-by shootings and suspects fleeing from law enforcement, along with some other cases. Here is a recap of the cases that occurred in March.

Mavs best Southridge 11-1

MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake Mavericks Softball team came out on top in their game against Southridge Monday evening winning 11-1. “What stood out to me was everybody contributed,” said Mavs coach Mike Hofheins. “That’s always super rewarding when everybody is a part of the win, and it doesn’t feel like you’re being carried by just one person or two people.”

‘A great place at a great time’

Wampum auction raises money for Wheat Land Communities Fair

RITZVILLE — The Wampum fundraiser auction to support the Wheat Land Communities Fair in Ritzville was a small, home-grown affair, much like the fair itself.

Quincy Senior Center offers good food, good fun

QUINCY — It’s 12:30 p.m. and Chef Travis Wells is hand-rolling dough for homemade buns to go with French dip sandwiches while the beef waits to be roasted. No, it’s not a high-end restaurant; the sandwiches will be served at the Quincy Senior Center and dinner will be less than $15 per person.

Drivers asked to take precautions in road work zones

OTHELLO — Washington Department of Transportation officials are asking Washingtonians and visitors to exercise extra caution and follow traffic laws in work zones. Mike Koehn, Washington Department of Transportation supervisor for the Moses Lake and Othello maintenance crews, said he was reminded of that recently when he went out to a work zone on Interstate 90.

Consumer alert issued for Bridge City Firm over alleged misconduct

VANCOUVER — The Better Business Bureau Great West + Pacific has issued a consumer alert concerning Bridge City Firm, a digital marketing and SEO service company based in Vancouver, Washington. Managed by Mark Davis, the firm has faced scrutiny from former clients who have raised serious concerns about its telemarketing tactics, misleading advertising claims and unfulfilled promises, according to a statement from BBB.

Construction projected by June on Royal City Lions Park soccer field

ROYAL CITY — The development of Royal City’s expanded Lions Park will begin with a new soccer field, scheduled to be ready for play in spring 2026.

Basin sports schedule for April 2-9

MOSES LAKE – Spring Break is here, but student athletes continue to face off on the courts, courses, fields, and diamonds. See where and what times local teams will be playing.

Patrols to address speeding near Westshore Drive

EPHRATA – In the Grant County Commissioners meeting, Tuesday, Public Works staff advised the Commission that speeding has been an issue throughout the county, specifically on Westshore Drive in Moses Lake.

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Adopt this dapper dude

OTHELLO — Caterpillar, a sophisticated fella, is looking for a friend to take him on adventures and show off his magnificent fashion sense. He is around 12 weeks old and was found in the Othello Fairgrounds last week. The fairgrounds didn’t have necessary amenities such as stuffed toys, people to pet him and treats, so he decided to relocate. Caterpillar said he likes to be carried on people’s shoulders so he can feel tall and look at the world from a different perspective. If you are ready to cuddle and spoil this sweet boy visit AdamsCountyPetRescue.com and put in an application today. If you can’t adopt this sophisticated lad, but you would like to help a local rescue, visit the website and click “donate.”

QVMC move planning digs into details

QUINCY — It’s not really all that much fun to move – packing, boxes everywhere, stuff to get rid of, a million details to attend to. Possibly it’s easier when the move is a few hundred feet, but it’s also harder when the old building is in use right up until the moment it closes.

All three suspects in custody for March 21 drive-by

U.S. Marshals confirm two suspects' involvement in Norteños

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Police Department and U.S. Marshals service have captured all three suspects in a March 21 drive-by shooting on Loop Drive in Moses Lake. The suspects, an unnamed 14-year-old from Mattawa, Jose Beltran-Rodriguez, 20 of Moses Lake, and Mathew Valdez, 18, Moses Lake are all now in law enforcement custody.

Unemployment in WA, nation rises

WorkSource reminds residents resources are available

OLYMPIA — In February 2025 the labor market in Washington state revealed a discouraging trend, as the state experienced a decline in nonfarm employment paired with a slow rise in the unemployment rate, according to a report from the Washington State Employment Security Department.

Grand finale: CBCCA ends 70th concert season with classical showcase

MOSES LAKE — The Central Basin Community Concert Association is finishing up its 70th season in a big way. “(We’re bringing) somewhere between 65 and 70 orchestra members,” said Gonzaga Symphony Orchestra Director Kevin Hekmatpanah. That may be the largest number of performers ever to take the stage at the Wallenstien Theater, CBCCA Vice President Carla McKean said.

Strong hitting, pitching help Othello baseball defeat Chiawana 12-2

OTHELLO — The Othello High School baseball team used a strong pitching performance and some good hitting – including a three-run home run from shortstop Jordan Montemayor – to defeat Chiawana 12-2 in five innings March 29.

Basin teams shine at 49th Ray Cross Invitational

EPHRATA — On a sunny Saturday, local high school track and field teams showcased their talent at the 49th annual Ray Cross Invitational, with performances and personal bests across the board. Ephrata, Quincy, Othello, Moses Lake Christian Academy and Royal all sent strong contingents to compete, but it was the Ephrata athletes who dominated many events.

Othello tennis bests Quincy

Huskies girls remain undefeated on the season

OTHELLO — The Othello Huskies tennis squad was able to win overall against the Quincy Jacks Saturday morning with the girls going 3-2 and the boys 4-1. “My girls right now, they’re all really strong so they all play well,” said Huskies girls’ coach Priscilla Tovar. “Tennis is such a head game, so (they’re) keeping a positive attitude and just going out there and finishing.”

Mavs boys place second at Moses Lake Golf Club

Mavs look at Monday’s tournament as a test of where they are at in their skills so far

MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake Mavericks golf team placed second in their tournament at Moses Lake Golf Club Monday afternoon. “All the kids on the team felt they could and should have played better,” said Mavs coach Terry Melbye. “It lets us know who the competition is and some things we have to work on.”

MLHS bests Sunnyside in Friday doubleheader

MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake Mavericks triumphed in their doubleheader against Sunnyside Friday afternoon, winning the first game 11-1 and the second 10-0 with a walk off by Noah Hernandez. “We got up early, like seven, nothing, our pitchers continued to throw strikes, our defense did a great job and then we finished it off on a 10-run rule in the first game just like we did in the second one on a walk-off,” said Mavs head coach Donnie Lindgren.

Basin senior events calendar for April 2025

COLUMBIA BASIN — The weather is slowly improving and now is a great time to get out and about. Here are a few suggestions:

Legals for April, 1 2025