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SR 24 closed after bus-semi collision
MATTAWA — A collision between a semi and a passenger bus sent at least 11 people to the hospital and has closed st…
Bill to pay incarcerated workers passes House Committee
OLYMPIA - The House Community Safety, Justice, and Reentry Committee voted 6-3 in favor of passing HB 1024, an act that would ensure incarcerated workers are paid state minimum wage, among other things...
Bill proposed to create Boys and Men Commission
OLYMPIA — A statement by Rep. Mary Dye (R-Pomeroy) on Wednesday announced the introduction of a bill that would create a new Washington State Commission on Boys and Men. "There are many issues that impact men an…
Sunday fire destroys home near Mattawa
MATTAWA — A Mattawa-area home was destroyed in an early evening fire Sunday Grant County Fire District 8 Chief Matt Hyndman said no one was injured. “The…
Farm internship bill moves forward in WA Senate
OLYMPIA — A substitute bill expanding the farm internship program passed through the Senate Committee on Labor and Commerce Tuesday. “One of the most import…
MLPD intervenes in multiple catalytic converter thefts
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake Police officers detained and arrested two suspects early Wednesday morning after interrupting an attempt to steal a catalytic converter…
MLPD seizes thousands of fentanyl pills following Saturday arrest
MOSES LAKE — The arrest of a Moses Lake man Saturday morning resulted in the seizure of more than a half-pound of fentanyl pills as well as additional fentanyl…
Buzzing on Broadway
MOSES LAKE — The Hive, an eye-catching yellow building along Broadway Avenue in Moses Lake, is home to tattoo artist and owner Shawn Willmorth. “I’ve always…
Quincy examines pool, water, sewer issues
QUINCY — Quincy city officials are beginning the process of planning for water and sewer projects designed to upgrade the city’s utility systems. Quincy City C…
Bill proposes relaxing restrictions on low-dose cannabis drinks
OLYMPIA - Consumers will be able to purchase more low-THC liquid-infused products in a single purchase if a bill in the Legislature wins approval. “HB 1249 is necessary to ensure that the evolution of consumer p…
Law enforcement logs for Jan. 3-17
MLPD, EPD, jail
Huskies take down Mavericks in dual meet
OTHELLO – After taking down Connell earlier on Tuesday night, the Othello Huskies took down Moses Lake in a home dual, winning 44-24 over the Mavericks. “Cr…
Warrior Academy provides extra support for students
MATTAWA — The first-graders had their tents set up Friday morning, the campfire burning (or at least a paper replica of a campfire burning), but no camping tri…
Basin sports schedule Jan. 18-24
COLUMBIA BASIN – Local teams are entering the closing weeks of their regular seasons here in the Basin, with basketball teams fighting for postseason seedings …
WDFW examines fishing on Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE — Anglers on Moses Lake in 2020 spent around 77,000 hours casting their lines for fish, both from their boats and from onshore, according to Washing…
Physician assistant joins Samaritan Clinic on Pioneer
MOSES LAKE — Physician assistant Diane Savarese has joined the staff of the walk-in department at the Samaritan Clinic on Pioneer, 1550 S. Pioneer Way. Sava…