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Water rate increases likely for Moses Lake residents
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake water users could see a yearly increase in their water rates over the next seven to eight …
Wahluke principal retiring after 40-plus-year career
MATTAWA — Saddle Mountain Elementary Principal Kurt Hoffman said he became a teacher because he wanted to give young people the same type of experience he had …
Drills help people prepare for WA wildfire season
(The Center Square) – When the only way out of a heavily treed neighborhood on a normal weekday is called “Malfunction Junction,” wildfire preparedness is esse…
Tugging on your heart strings
OTHELLO – Heartline, the bestest girl, is known for tugging on people’s heart strings and making them fall head over heels in love with her. She is now looking…
High gas, food prices didn't alter Memorial Day plans for millions of Americans
(The Center Square) - On this Memorial Day 2025, America honors and remembers the men and women who have died serving their country. The holiday also marks …
MLSD restructuring admin office, saving district money
MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake School District has hired people for two new administrative positions, including Yvonne Walker as the executive director of teachin…
Huskies fall short in quarter final
OTHELLO — The Huskies soccer team (14-6-1) was defeated 3-2 in a heartbreaker against Columbia River. It was win or die trying for the Huskies, according to He…
Fire burns 5 acres in Moses Lake Monday
MOSES LAKE – Monday evening around 5 p.m., Moses Lake Fire Department was dispatched to a brush fire near State Route 17 and North Stratford Road.
Special filing period for Adams Co. offices coming
RITZVILLE — A three-day special filing period will be announced for Adams County elective offices that didn’t attract candidates during the filing week earlier…
Othello Huskies qualify for baseball semifinals
CHEHALIS — The Othello Huskies began their push for a state championship, winning in both the opening round against R.A. Long 4-1 and in the quarterfinals agai…
New WA law granting unemployment benefits to striking workers draws praise, concern
(The Center Square) – Depending on who you ask, Engrossed Senate Bill 5041 – signed into law by Gov. Bob Ferguson earlier this week – is either a much-needed s…
Tigers hire new dance coach for 2025-26
EPHRATA — The Ephrata Tigers have hired Melody Davis as the new head coach for the EHS Dance team for the 2025-26 school year. Davis is from Selah and has had …
Basin high school sports schedule May 28-June 3
COLUMBIA BASIN — The spring sports season concludes this weekend as two local baseball teams make their push for a state title. Columbia Basin track teams will…
So cute and funny, you’ll be left in Stitches
MOSES LAKE - Stitches may not be as young as she used to be, but you can’t tell by her energy level and joy around those she loves. She’s best off as the only …
Airborne adventure
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Airshow will take to the skies again June 21-22.
Applications sought for Grant County Prosecutor
EPHRATA — Applications are being accepted through June 13 from qualified attorneys for the job of Grant County Prosecutor. Incumbent Kevin McCrae announced his…