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Potato truck crash closes part of Dodson Road South
ROYAL CITY — A potato truck crash was reported to the Grant County Sheriff’s Office at around 8 a.m. Wednesday mor…
Second suspect arrested in Adams County burglary
RITZVILLE — A second suspect has been arrested in connection with an early-morning burglary Dec. 9 north of Ritzville.
Ferguson proposes $4 billion in cuts to ease budget deficit
Gov.-elect Bob Ferguson unveiled a budget-cutting plan to ease a projected $12 billion statewide budget deficit during a 2025 legislative preview in Olympia Ja…
STUDIO BASIN: Upcoming levies and all-state football
MOSES LAKE – On this episode of the STUDIO BASIN podcast, Senior Reporter Cheryl Schweizer breaks down upcoming levies for the Ephrata, Moses Lake and Wahluke school districts, including their longevity and costs f…
Lions off to 10-1 start
MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake Christian Academy/Covenant Christian School boys basketball team has opened the season with a near-perfect mark, improving to 10-1 …
Elderberry juice shows benefits for weight management, metabolic health
SPOKANE, Wash.—Elderberry juice may be a potent tool for weight management and enhancing metabolic health, according to a recent Washington State University-le…
Sen. Warnick outlines legislative priorities for 2025 session
OLYMPIA — In anticipation of the upcoming 2025 legislative session, starting today, Washington State Senator Judy Warnick discussed her key priorities and stra…
Grant County Jail scheduled to open in mid-2026
MATTAWA — Grant County Sheriff Joey Kriete said the new Grant County Jail is projected to open in about 18 months. “They’re still targeting for the opening …
Washington Democrats resurrect rent control proposal
(The Center Square) – Democrats in the Washington State Legislature are taking another run at rent control with pre-filed legislation to that effect for the 10…
Weather for the week of Jan. 13, 2025
Weather for the week of Jan. 13, 2025
Challenge, innovation, appreciation at law enforcement luncheon
MATTAWA — Staffing, recruitment and innovation were among the subjects discussed by Grant County Sheriff Joey Kriete and Yakima County Sheriff Robert Udell dur…
Law Enforcement logs for Jan. 10, 2025
Reports below were provided by the sheriff's office or police department. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Dapper kitten looking for dashing home
Oliver, a dapper model of a cat, is looking for a place to call home. The sweet boy loves cuddles and particularly would love to cuddle and watch movies with y…
Grant Co. upgrades law enforcement software
MOSES LAKE – Grant County, with the assistance of the Multi-Agency Communications Center – 911, switched its law enforcement reporting software at the beginnin…
39-year-old booked on warrant and controlled substance possession
EAST WENATCHEE — The East Wenatchee Police Department conducted a traffic stop Jan. 6 in the 700 block of Third Street Southeast. Sergeant Tye Sheats recognize…
Hands-on aerospace events for students coming to Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE — The Apple STEM Network, in collaboration with a team of elementary educators in Moses Lake, will host three Family STEM Nights this spring, according to an announcement from the organization. These eve…