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Going rogue
MOSES LAKE — The new salon on East Broadway is called Rogue Collective for a reason. “We had this dream to do i…
What Ephrata residents should know about the city’s new sign rules
EPHRATA — More than a month after the Ephrata City Council unanimously approved an updated sign ordinance, city officials are encouraging residents, businesses…
Indigenous teen still missing, may be in Soap Lake or Winchester area
EPHRATA — The Grant County Sheriff’s Office is continuing to investigate the disappearance of 16-year-old Kioni Oman and requested a Missing Indigenous Person …
Moses Lake man arrested in stabbing incident
MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake man was booked into the Grant County Jail on suspicion of first-degree assault – domestic violence after he allegedly stabbed another…
Tigers girls XC takes first at Apple Ridge
EPHRATA— The Ephrata Tigers had a successful day at the Apple Ridge Run Invite Saturday as the boys took third overall, while the girls took first out of 20 sc…
Statewide burn ban to end Sept. 30, but fire season isn’t over yet
SOAP LAKE — As Washington's statewide burn ban is set to expire Sept. 30, fire officials are urging residents not to mistake the end of restrictions for the en…
Sheriff’s race Q&A part 2: candidates confront criticism
EPHRATA — As the race for Grant County sheriff heads toward the Nov. 3 general election, candidates Joey Kriete and Darrik Gregg are being asked not only about…
Basin volleyball roundup, Sept. 15-22
MOSES LAKE — As the end of September draws near, so does the first month of Basin volleyball. Many teams over the past week navigated stiff non-league games as…
Masquers’ ‘Anastasia: The Musical’ to open Oct. 16
SOAP LAKE — The Masquers Theater’s production of “Anastasia: The Musical” will open Oct. 16, according to an announcement from the theater. The play will st…
A gem of a dog
Topaz has the perfect arrangement: you provide the couch, and he provides the daily highlight reel. This butterscotch-and-white gentleman may be small in size,…
Library activities for October 2026
COLUMBIA BASIN — There’s plenty happening this month for all ages at your local library. Coulee City 218 W Main St. – 509-632-8751 Oct. 2, 9, 16 and 2…
Huskies passing game difference maker in victory over Eagles
SEATTLE — The University of Washington Huskies (3-0) defended home field 48-16 against the Eastern Washington Eagles (1-3) Saturday in the final non-conference…
Tigers claim victory in Battle of the Basin
QUINCY — The Ephrata Tigers football team (1-2) earned a 62-7 victory over the Quincy Jackrabbits (0-3) Friday evening in the Battle of the Basin matchup. …
Othello e-bike regulations go into effect Sept. 28
OTHELLO — Regulations governing e-bikes and other electrically powered devices go into effect in Othello Monday. Othello City Council members approved the regu…
Student removed from Royal High School after weapon found in backpack
ROYAL CITY — The discovery of a weapon in the backpack of a Royal High School student resulted in the removal of the student from school, but it did not trigge…
Grant County Jail Roster for Sept. 22, 2026
Grant County Jail Roster for Sept. 22, 2026