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Washington wolf population climbs to record high after 17% annual increase
OLYMPIA — Washington’s gray wolf population grew by more than 17% in 2025, reaching its highest level since wolves…
STUDIO BASIN: A sheriff, baseball, golf and more
MOSES LAKE – On this episode of the Studio Basin podcast, Sports Reporter Ian Bivona and Senior Reporter Cheryl Schweizer recap last week’s sporting events aro…
Baird Springs fire costs $1.5m, new fires in Pierce, Klickitat counties
QUINCY — The Baird Springs fire is estimated to have cost $1.5 million to extinguish, according to the National Interagency Fire Center. The blaze, which sp…
Vital need
COLUMBIA BASIN – The American Red Cross announced in a press release July 10 that they are urging people to donate blood this summer to help avoid a significan…
Quincy's B Street Block Party seeking volunteers
QUINCY — The Quincy Valley Chamber of Commerce is looking for volunteers to help with the B Street Block Party July 15, according to an announcement from the c…
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…
MLB announces 2024 schedule
SEATTLE – The MLB announced the schedule for the 2024 season on Thursday, setting dates for Seattle’s opponents next season.
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…