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Efforts continue to open Othello splash pad by 2027
OTHELLO — Othello city officials are working to get the splash pad in Kiwanis Park open for summer 2027. The sp…
Colorama Rodeo returns to Grand Coulee, with a twist
GRAND COULEE — Today and tomorrow are the 64th Annual Colorama PRCA Rodeo in Grand Coulee.
Health officials slightly optimistic about progress
OLYMPIA — Washington state health officials are guardedly optimistic about the progress being made against the COVID-19 pandemic, but are focusing on getting a…
UW releases Dean's List honors
Forty Basin students have been named to the Dean's List at the University of Washington for the fall 2020 quarter.
Rev. Klockers: If the end is drawing near, what will you do with your time?
Today I gazed upon words of wisdom that gave me reason to pause. Someone wrote: "Imagine if our Christian view of the End Times was centered on preparing for C…
Brewing up community: Beer crafters take a day to celebrate their hoppy hobby
MOSES LAKE — Aaron Grenier is honest about why he started brewing beer at home.
Moses Lake parks are up and running for the season
MOSES LAKE — Spring has sprung, and Moses Lake parks have come alive again. Campers and anglers are coming out from hibernation to enjoy the newly placed docks…
Creative thinking: Moses Lake launches downtown revitalization
The idea to transition downtown Moses Lake into a Creative District came last year, said Dollie Boyd, Moses Lake Museum & Art Center manager.
Ybarra urges people to get COVID-19 vaccine
ROYAL CITY — State Rep. Alex Ybarra, R-Quincy, said he’s getting the COVID-19 vaccination in part because he wants to promote vaccinations, especially among th…
Secretary of State announces candidate filing week
Those interested in running for public office can file from May 17 to 21 in their respective counties or other jurisdictions in which they seek election.
No rollback: Inslee puts two-week pause on phase changes for counties
OLYMPIA — Grant County will not move down to Phase 2 of Gov. Jay Inslee’s COVID-19 recovery plan this week.
Treasure's afoot: Mineral prospector displays bounty of local finds
It started with gold mining, said David Waller of DnD Jewelry Shop in Ephrata.
Basin Bites: Blue Palm shop serves a healthy frozen treat
Inside a small strip mall off Stratford Road in Moses Lake sits a little gem of a shop if you’re looking for a quick, sweet, frozen, creamy treat.
Mattawa housing inspection notices raise concerns
MATTAWA — The biennial inspection of rental properties required by Mattawa’s city code doesn’t usually cause problems, but due to the current political climate there, recent inspection notices have raised questions.
Gina Bullis hired for consulting work for OSD
OTHELLO — Former Othello School District administrator Gina Bullis has been hired to work with the district as an operations consultant.
Position added to Othello School Board; director map changes
OTHELLO — The Othello School Board has been reconfigured from one at-large position to two.