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Minor injuries, mobile home destroyed in Moses Lake fire Sunday
MOSES LAKE — One person sustained minor injuries when a mobile home was destroyed by fire in Cascade Valley early …
Volunteers clean up downtown ML, plant trees
MOSES LAKE — The downtown core of Moses Lake is tidier due to the work of about 75 people at the Downtown Moses Lake Association’s annual Spring Cleaning Satur…
Ephrata Police Department logs for April 17-26
The reports below were provided by the Ephrata Police Department. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Locations are not…
Color Newman, adopt a best friend
Hi there! I’m Newman, a small, sandy‑colored bulldog and French bulldog mix with a big smile and an even bigger heart. I’m a good‑boy grad—that means I’m neute…
Workshop aims to bridge gap between kids’ digital lives and parents’ awareness
QUINCY — Quincy School District and local youth prevention partners will host a free workshop Wednesday night aimed at helping parents navigate the fast‑changi…
Seven arrested in MLPD, Safeway undercover operation
MOSES LAKE — Eight people were arrested Monday during an undercover operation designed to catch shoplifters and thieves at the Moses Lake Safeway, according to…
WEATHER: April 29-May 5
Wednesday: Sunny, with a high near 73.
WA asks judge to force Tacoma immigrant detention center operator to let inspectors in
TACOMA — Washington state health inspectors have tried for months to investigate complaints at the embattled immigrant detention center in Tacoma, to no avail.…
Grant County Jail Roster for April 28, 2026
This list shows current inmates from the Grant County law enforcement agencies who were arrested on April 27 and 28. Grant County inmates are housed at the Grant County Jail.
Recall effort against Washington governor ends
Campaign finance activist Conner Edwards’ quixotic quest to recall Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson from office was intended to prod the governor into filling two …
Othello Museum opens for 2026 with new, refurbished exhibits
OTHELLO — One of the newest Greater Othello Chamber of Commerce members cut the ribbon at its upgraded facility Saturday. The Othello Museum opened its doors f…
Kratom ban enacted in Othello
OTHELLO — The Othello City Council voted unanimously Monday to ban the sale, advertisement and distribution of kratom and 7‑hydroxymitragynine products, making…
Basin diamond roundup, April 21-27
MOSES LAKE — As we approach the final week of regular season baseball and softball, many teams have been working diligently to make their pushes for the postse…
Mavericks shut out Cheney on the road
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Mavericks (11-1) defeated the Cheney Blackhawks 8-0 Monday to earn their 10th consecutive win. “Cheney is a good team,” Head C…
Fairgrounds turns Grant County into a destination for horse competitors
MOSES LAKE — The sound of hoofbeats is a constant at the Grant County Fairgrounds. “We have a horse event almost every weekend starting in March through Oct…
Library activities for May 2026
COLUMBIA BASIN — There’s a lot going on at your local library. Find yours and check it out.