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Ephrata Council expedited approval of kratom ban, raises concerns from local retailer
EPHRATA — The Ephrata City Council voted 6-1 Wednesday night to ban the sale, distribution and advertising of krat…
Perez’s 2-run double keys Royals over Mariners 6-3 for 2nd win in 10 games
SEATTLE (AP) — Salvador Perez hit a pivotal two-run double in the fifth inning, and the Kansas City Royals beat the Seattle Mariners 6-3 on Tuesday night for j…
Senior calendar for July 2025
COLUMBIA BASIN — The thermometer is high and the fun awaits. Here are a few things seniors can get out and do around the Basin this month.
ACH Legion earns two wins against Ferris Legion AA
COULEE CITY – The ACH American Legion baseball team earned two wins in their doubleheader against Ferris Legion AA Monday afternoon. This puts the team at a re…
F.O.U.R. Steps to Celebrate July 4th in a Dementia-Friendly Manner
MOSES LAKE — Fireworks and gatherings are staples of the July 4th holiday, but these can create unique challenges for families affected by Alzheimer’s disease …
SAIL classes keep seniors moving and active
MOSES LAKE — It can be difficult to stay mobile, let alone fit, after a certain age, which is why senior centers around the Basin offer SAIL, or Stay Active an…
Moses Lake council sets priorities at 2-day workshop
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake City Council members will review a plan July 22 detailing a set of priorities established by council members during two days of discuss…
Poodles of fun
OTHELLO – Beckett, a miniature poodle will turn just about anyone's heart into a puddle. He is a sweet adult boy who is vaccinated, neutered and microchipped. …
Air Force vet raising funds for cancer treatment Saturday
MOSES LAKE — Cancer is scary, but the standard treatments are no fun either. Chemotherapy, radiation, surgery – all take a severe toll on the human body. Disab…
Two Coeur d'Alene area firefighters killed in shooting
Police: Suspected shooter found dead
ACFD 5 considering levy lid lift request
OTHELLO -— Adams County Fire District 5 residents are being invited to the July 8 commission meeting to discuss a proposal to raise the district’s tax assessme…
MLSD welcomes three new 2026 buses
MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake School District recently expanded its transportation fleet with the addition of three brand new vehicles, poised to improve both st…
Increased outdoors fees in effect as of July 1
OLYMPIA — In a controversial decision, Washington State has approved a significant increase in recreational fishing and hunting license fees, which officially …
Futsal courts open at kiwanis park in Othello
OTHELLO – On Tuesday, the Othello Parks and Recreation held a ribbon cutting for their new futsal courts at Kiwanis Park. Othello Parks and Recreation Coordina…
New fencing enhances safety at Knolls Vista
MOSES LAKE—In an effort to bolster the safety and well-being of students, Knolls Vista Elementary School has completed the installation of a new security fence…
Big party in Othello for nation’s birthday
OTHELLO — The nation’s 249th birthday will be celebrated in Othello with games and a parade and tournaments and fireworks, just like the tradition. “I lov…