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Auditor candidates discuss election integrity, public confidence
EPHRATA — Three Republican candidates are running for the position of Grant County Auditor: incumbent Shannon Fals…
LRS assistant tennis coach arrested in student sex-case
RITZVILLE — Former Lind-Ritzville/Sprague assistant tennis coach and Sprague High School teacher Madeline Gregory Scoon, 29, was arrested on March 16 for havin…
Vikings split doubleheader with Wenatchee Valley
MOSES LAKE — The Big Bend Community College Vikings (8-12) split their home doubleheader against Wenatchee Valley in the first game of conference play for the …
Basin libraries events for April 2026
COLUMBIA BASIN — If you thought libraries were just a place to look for books, you’re in for a surprise. Check out these activities at libraries in Grant and A…
Tigers recognized for achievements in state competitions
EPHRATA — State competitors were recognized for their achievements during the Ephrata School District board meeting Monday evening. Several teams throughout th…
Last bill sponsored by Warnick signed into law
YAKIMA — The final bill sponsored by longtime 13th District Senator Judy Warnick, R-Moses Lake, was signed into law by Gov. Bob Ferguson Friday. The legislatio…
GCFD 7 ceremony promotes captains, medical service officers
SOAP LAKE — Four Grant County Fire District 7 firefighters officially received five promotions Friday, according to Chief Erick Brittain.
Ephrata PD: No verified cougar sightings despite online claims
EPHRATA — The Ephrata Police Department received information via social media regarding a possible cougar sighting in the southeast portion of Ephrata. However, after investigating the posts, Captain Troy Froewiss …
WA COLLEGE SPORTS SCHEDULE: March 26 – April 2, 2026
MOSES LAKE — Though March Madness has wrapped up for Washington college teams, there are still plenty of teams in the state competing in spring athletics ahead…
WEATHER: March 26-April 1, 2026
Thursday: Sunny, with a high near 52. Southwest wind 9-11 mph. Mostly clear that night, with a low around 31. Southwest wind 5-10 mph becoming light and variab…
Ephrata Police Department logs: March 20-24, 2026
EPHRATA — The reports below were provided by the Ephrata Police Department. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Soap Lake allocates tourism funds, discusses contractors
SOAP LAKE — The Soap Lake City Council on Tuesday approved $52,350 in tourism funding for 2026 events and signaled its intent to contract with both Kovach Arch…
Study recommends city keep MLFD
MOSES LAKE — As of now, the city of Moses Lake would be best served by keeping its own fire department, planning to accommodate additional demand and financial…
Huskies hold off Tigers comeback bid
OTHELLO — The Othello Huskies (3-1) defeated the Ephrata Tigers (3-3) Tuesday 3-2. With intense winds and a few injuries, Othello Head Coach Bernie Garza said…
Knights secure road victory over Cougars
WARDEN — The Royal Knights (3-1-2) earned a 5-2 road victory against the Warden Cougars (2-4) in a South Central Athletic Conference matchup Tuesday evening. K…
Grant County Sheriff’s Office logs March 20-21, 2026
The reports below were provided by the Grant County Sheriff’s Office. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.