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Amazon’s Walla Walla data center plan sparks tension between protesters, local officials
WALLA WALLA — More than 400 Washingtonians across 19 locations took to the streets Sunday to demand a statewide mo…
Home prices up, interest rates all over in 2024
KIRKLAND — Home prices and sales rose steadily in Washington in 2024 even as mortgage interest rates bounced up and down, according to data released by the Nor…
'Homes for Heroes' bill advancing in Olympia
(The Center Square) - One of the Republican-backed proposals for the 2025 Washington state legislative session that earned the endorsement of Gov. Bob Ferguson…
REC Silicon job fair and support events planned
MOSES LAKE — Former REC Silicon employees laid off due to the closure of the Moses Lake facility can learn about available benefits and reemployment assistance…
Ephrata looks back at ‘24, plans for ‘25
EPHRATA — The City of Ephrata experienced significant growth and development during 2024, according to Mayor Bruce Reim. In 2025, city officials are optimistic…
House Democrats push 11% firearm, ammo excise tax as $10B to $16B shortfall looms
(The Center Square) – As Washington state grapples with an operating budget shortfall upwards of $16 billion through 2029, House Democrats are proposing a tax …
BASIN HOOPS ROUNDUP: ACH boys, Wilson Creek girls stack wins
MOSES LAKE – With February quickly approaching, district playoffs will soon begin for boys and girls basketball teams across the state. Read along for a look a…
China, taking applications for an adventurous friend!
MOSES LAKE -- China, 4, is known as the independent adventurer at Grant County Animal Outreach. She is now taking applications for someone to join her on her e…
EPD highlights last year's achievements, plans for this year
EPHRATA — The Ephrata Police Department made significant strides in officer training and technology this last year, according to Chief Erik Koch.
Karlinsey hired as new Moses Lake city manager
MOSES LAKE — Robert Karlinsey, currently the city manager of Kenmore, Washington, has been hired as the new Moses Lake city manager. Moses Lake City Council me…
HB 5060 proposes law enforcement recruiting grant
OLYMPIA – A bipartisan bill to create a law enforcement hiring grant program was introduced to the Senate Law and Justice Committee Tuesday by Sen. Jeff Holy, …
Nominations open for American Legion first responder awards
EPHRATA — The American Legion is looking for a few good heroes. Art Semro Post 28 in Ephrata is accepting nominations for its First Responder Recognition A…
K-9 security team joins staff at Confluence
WENATCHEE — A security dog will be patrolling the halls of Central Washington Hospital, part of an expansion of the security team for Confluence Health. Atlas,…
Ephrata PD releases statement on jail death investigation
EPHRATA – The Ephrata Police Department released a statement Tuesday indicating that the Central Basin Investigative Team, a joint task force made up of law enforcement agencies from around the region, is investiga…
Ephrata, Moses Lake qualify for state cheer
BATTLE GROUND – Both Ephrata and Moses Lake qualified for the upcoming State Cheer Championships, which will be hosted at Battle Ground High School on Friday and Saturday.
Gonzaga’s Ejim, Turner earn player of the week honors
SAN BRUNO, Calif. -- Gonzaga’s Yvonne Ejim and Allie Turner were both named West Coast Conference player of the week awards on Monday after helping guide the Z…