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Othello approves $29M budget for 2026
OTHELLO — The city of Othello is projected to spend about $10.1 million from its general fund in 2026, the biggest…
Fentanyl crisis in Grant County
EPHRATA – According to staff at the Grant County Jail, roughly 90% of detainees arrive with some substance abuse-related concern. Of those, roughly 70% have so…
'Market stalemate'
EPHRATA — The economy has been on a roller coaster ride for the last couple of years, and that includes the housing market in Ephrata. “It’s not really a bu…
Moses Lake chamber to host candidate forum
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Chamber of Commerce will host a candidates forum Tuesday, according to a press release from the chamber...
Manta Rays host Sizzlin’ Summer Splash
MOSES LAKE – The Manta Rays saw a peak in swimmers competing at last weekend’s Sizzlin’ Summer Splash in Moses Lake, with 525 swimmers coming in from the Pacif…
Ephrata company offers free roof for a veteran
EPHRATA — Heavenly Roofing in Ephrata is accepting nominations for a veteran who could use a new roof. It’s a way for the business to give back to the commu…
Baird Springs fire in mop up, other fires continue to cause problems in WA
QUINCY — The Baird Springs fire is nearly out, according to the Washington State Fire Marshal’s Office. Several additional fires were burning across Washington…
Health District outlines new plan for blue-green algae
MOSES LAKE — A new system for monitoring blue-green algae in Moses Lake will be rolled out this year, according to a press release from the Grant County Health…
Warden to halt water shutoffs in August
WARDEN – Warden City Council passed a unanimous motion during Tuesday’s meeting to not shut off any water utility services during August to avoid conflicting w…
Energy, energy prices focus of town hall discussion
QUINCY — Energy prices and their impact were among the topics discussed at a town hall sponsored by 13th District Senator Judy Warnick and Representatives Tom …
River Dogs open Midsummer Classic with 10-2 win
SPOKANE – Playing in the Gonzaga Midsummer Classic, the 18U Columbia Basin River Dogs opened the tournament with a 10-2 win over Spokane Select on Thursday. …
Basin students make EWU Dean's List
COLUMBIA BASIN – Students from 14 cities in the Columbia Basin were placed on Eastern Washington University’s 2023 Spring Dean List, according to the universit…
'Fingers are flying'
MOSES LAKE — There’s a different sound coming out of the classrooms at Moses Lake Christian Academy this week, where the Washington Old Time Fiddlers Associati…
CWU students pursue success in apparel, textiles and merchandising
ELLENSBURG - Each year, the American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (AAFCS) hosts the Apparel, Textiles and Design Juried Showcase to recognize excellence in the field through a double-blind, peer-revi…
All-City Classic Car Show revs into Othello Friday & Saturday
OTHELLO — Slow drags and cool cars will fill Othello this weekend at the All-Cities Classic Car Show Friday night and Saturday. The slow drags are scheduled fo…
Law enforcement records for July 13, 2023
The reports below were provided by the sheriff’s office or police department indicated. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of …