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WEATHER: May 4-9
Monday: Sunny, with a high near 87 and north winds to 11 miles per hour, gusts near 21 mph. Overnight mostly clear…
Patrols to address speeding near Westshore Drive
EPHRATA – In the Grant County Commissioners meeting, Tuesday, Public Works staff advised the Commission that speeding has been an issue throughout the county, …
Adopt this dapper dude
OTHELLO — Caterpillar, a sophisticated fella, is looking for a friend to take him on adventures and show off his magnificent fashion sense. He is around 12 wee…
QVMC move planning digs into details
QUINCY — It’s not really all that much fun to move – packing, boxes everywhere, stuff to get rid of, a million details to attend to. Possibly it’s easier when …
All three suspects in custody for March 21 drive-by
MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Police Department and U.S. Marshals service have captured all three suspects in a March 21 drive-by shooting on Loop Drive in Moses…
Grand finale: CBCCA ends 70th concert season with classical showcase
MOSES LAKE — The Central Basin Community Concert Association is finishing up its 70th season in a big way. “(We’re bringing) somewhere between 65 and 70 or…
Unemployment in WA, nation rises
OLYMPIA — In February 2025 the labor market in Washington state revealed a discouraging trend, as the state experienced a decline in nonfarm employment paired …
Basin teams shine at 49th Ray Cross Invitational
EPHRATA — On a sunny Saturday, local high school track and field teams showcased their talent at the 49th annual Ray Cross Invitational, with performances and …
Strong hitting, pitching help Othello baseball defeat Chiawana 12-2
OTHELLO — The Othello High School baseball team used a strong pitching performance and some good hitting – including a three-run home run from shortstop Jordan…
Othello tennis bests Quincy
OTHELLO — The Othello Huskies tennis squad was able to win overall against the Quincy Jacks Saturday morning with the girls going 3-2 and the boys 4-1. “My…
Mavs boys place second at Moses Lake Golf Club
MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake Mavericks golf team placed second in their tournament at Moses Lake Golf Club Monday afternoon. “All the kids on the team felt…
MLHS bests Sunnyside in Friday doubleheader
MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake Mavericks triumphed in their doubleheader against Sunnyside Friday afternoon, winning the first game 11-1 and the second 10-0 with …
Basin senior events calendar for April 2025
COLUMBIA BASIN — The weather is slowly improving and now is a great time to get out and about. Here are a few suggestions:
Gas prices rise in Washington
MOSES LAKE — The average price of gasoline in Washington has reached a year-high of $4.38 per gallon, marking a significant increase from recent weeks. As of M…
Bristle hopes for family time at Easter
OTHELLO – Bristle is a handsome, young adult looking for a home for Easter. He said that he knows Easter is far away, but he is really excited to celebrate, an…
MLPD investigating Saturday morning drive-by
MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake Police Department is investigating a drive-by shooting – the second such incident in less than two weeks – after officers were dispatched to Olympic Drive in response to reports of a sho…