New Grant County Jail expected to open by year's end
The ribbon is cut on the new Grant County Jail June 17. The facility is working on final preparations before moving inmates to the jail. Sheriff Joey Kriete said he expects the new jail to be open before the end of the year.
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Installation of a new radio communications system, staff training and testing of security features such as locks, cameras and communication equipment have contributed to delays in opening the new Grant County Jail. Officials say the facility is expected to begin housing inmates before the end of the year once final safety and operational concerns are addressed.
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EPHRATA — Nearly four months after the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Grant County Jail, county officials say the facility is expected to begin housing inmates before the end of the year as staff continue training and final technology issues are addressed.
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