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Candidates discuss rural priorities, budget concerns at forum
MOSES LAKE — Candidates in three races representing the 13th Legislative District and Washington’s 4th Congression…
Port of Othello continues work toward airport plan
OTHELLO – Port of Othello Executive Director Chris Faix gave an update on some of the port’s progress with its ongoing projects, mainly working with J-U-B Engi…
EPA announces $113M for WA water infrastructure
SEATTLE – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced Wednesday more than $113 million in federal funding for Washington drinking water and clean water infrastructure upgrades.
‘Center of the universe’
MOSES LAKE — Grant County is the tip of the spear when it comes to clean energy, US. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm said at a Moses Lake round table Thursd…
Ephrata council approves resolution to repair sewer line
EPHRATA -- During the Feb. 21 Ephrata City Council meeting, Ephrata Public Works Director Rob Harris shared with the council the source of the Division Street …
BASIN HOOPS REPORT: Regional play begins
COLUMBIA BASIN – Five local teams reached the regional rounds of their respective state tournaments, setting up regional games in Moses Lake, Richland and Taco…
Shadow dancing in the Basin
MOSES LAKE — Shadows will come to life next week at the Wallenstien Theater, as The Silhouettes bring their unique dance show March 1.
Youth Outdoors Unlimited to hold auction, award trophies
MOSES LAKE — Youth Outdoors Unlimited will hold its annual banquet and auction March 2 at the Best Western Plus Lake Front Hotel, 3000 W. Marina Drive in Moses…
Moses Lake man barricades self in home after alleged assault
MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake man is in jail after a standoff with police, according to a statement from the Moses Lake Police Department.
Royal City considers dog park sign, water project
ROYAL CITY — Public works projects were the primary topic of discussion at the Royal City City Council meeting Tuesday. Public Works Director John Lasen fi…
Adams Co. gives update on respiratory illnesses
RITZVILLE – Adams County Health Officer Alex Brzezny gave an update during the Adams County Commissioners and Board of Health meeting Feb. 14 on several ongoin…
Slope stabilization along SR 17 underway
SOAP LAKE — The section of State Route 17 between the Lake Lenore Caves and the Soap Lake city limits will be subject to frequent closures on weekdays, probabl…
Grant Elementary hosts talent show
EPHRATA – Grant Elementary School students turned out the red carpet for some fun last Thursday, Feb. 8 for a talent show supporting the arts on campus. Princi…
Numerous Mavs set best times at state
FEDERAL WAY — Moses Lake sent 10 swimmers to last weekend’s 4A State Swimming and Diving Championships in Federal Way, with many of them improving on their sea…
‘It’s the best feeling ever’
TACOMA – A year after taking third place in the 195-pound weight class in the Mat Classic, Lind-Ritzville/Sprague senior Gabe Smith came into his senior season…
Ephrata Chamber to hold business after hours
EPHRATA – The Ephrata Chamber of Commerce’s monthly business after hours networking event will be held at M&H Glass located at 432 Basin Street NW in Ephrata. Admission to the 21-and-older event is $5. Proceeds go …