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Soap Lake City Council approves new consultant despite mayor's objections
SOAP LAKE — The Soap Lake City Council voted unanimously Wednesday to approve a contract for municipal consulting …
Knights eye state bid ahead of 2026 season
ROYAL CITY — After a strong 2025 that fell just short of a state tournament bid, the Royal Knights (13-3) come into this season eager to take that next step. …
Two men arrested after Adams County chase
OTHELLO — Two Florida men were booked on charges relating to an alleged attempt to run from Adams County Sheriff’s deputies after a pursuit Thursday afternoon.
Huskies bring in senior experience for the coming season
OTHELLO — The Othello Huskies girls soccer team is preparing for another tough season in the Central Washington Athletic Conference. This year the Huskies are …
Cougars look to return stronger for 2026
WARDEN — The Warden Cougars Cross Country team is preparing to get back onto the trails this season. While the group is small as of the early season, Warden is…
New faces, same goals for the Eagles
SOAP LAKE — The Soap Lake Eagles volleyball team might look a little different this season with a new head coach and varsity lineup, but the structure of what …
Experienced Wahluke eyes return to state tournament
MATTAWA — After a season which exceeded expectations, the Wahluke Warriors (10-6) bring an experienced roster ready to return to the 1A state tournament. Only …
Devils strive for ‘One team, one goal’
WILSON CREEK — The Wilson Creek Devils are ready for another season of volleyball as they return a little younger, but still experienced. This year, the Devils…
Now the team to beat; Mavericks set sights on repeat
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Mavericks (15-1) enter the 2026 season with a new perspective after winning the programs first ever 4A slowpitch state championship…
Before sunrise, the Columbia Basin Herald's carriers are already at work
MOSES LAKE — At 3 a.m., most of Moses Lake is quiet. Streetlights cast pools of light onto empty roads. Businesses are dark. The only traffic comes from th…
GCFD 7 invites community to open house, demonstrations and meet-and-greet
SOAP LAKE — Grant County Fire District 7 is inviting residents to get an up-close look at their local fire district during an open house Sept. 10 from 6 to 8 p…
Woodhouse appointed to fill Soap Lake City Council vacancy
SOAP LAKE — The Soap Lake City Council unanimously appointed former council member Karen Woodhouse to fill a vacant council seat during its regular meeting Sep…
Road projects on hold for Labor Day weekend
MOSES LAKE — With Labor Day weekend dead ahead, drivers will be able to move freely about the state. Most road projects are on hold for the holiday weekend. …
Warriors seek return to state tournament
COULEE CITY — Last season, the Almira/Coulee-Hartline Warriors (15-3) achieved their goals of reaching the state tournament and competing at the highest level.…
Ephrata students return to class as new school year begins
EPHRATA — Hallways filled with students, new backpacks and a mix of excitement and nervous energy Wednesday as Ephrata School District students returned to cla…
Grant County Jail Roster for Sept. 3, 2026
Grant County Jail Roster for Sept. 3, 2026