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A glimpse of history
QUINCY — The Quincy Valley Historical Society is going all-out for America’s 250th year. “I’ve been talking wit…
Wilcox steps down from WA House Republican Leader role
OLYMPIA – After five years serving as Washington state’s House Republican Leader, Rep. J.T. Wilcox, R-Yelm, announced his decision to step down from his leader…
Local events for the last weekend in April
COLUMBIA BASIN – The last weekend of the month is this weekend and there’s still a little time to have some fun out and about in the Basin. Temperatures are ex…
Voters approving Samaritan Hospital construction bond
MOSES LAKE — A $130 million construction bond request to pay part of the cost of a new Samaritan Hospital is being approved by hospital district voters. “On…
Tigers down Jacks on senior night
EPHRATA – The Tigers earned back-to-back wins over Quincy on Tuesday night, sweeping the Jacks with 16-1 and 12-2 wins on senior night. “I’ve been playing t…
'Super crucial'
MOSES LAKE — Gardeners can get a head start on their flower arrangements and vegetable gardens, and help a good cause besides, this weekend. Future Farmers of …
Basin sports schedule April 26-May 2
COLUMBIA BASIN – Many regular season are coming to a close across the Basin this week, leading up to action-packed district tournaments for soccer, baseball, t…
Mattawa awards well rehabilitation contract
MATTAWA — A Mattawa city well that had stopped working will be put back in service. Mattawa City Council members voted unanimously Thursday to award a contract…
Huskies dance team brings home second straight state title
OTHELLO — A state-winning dance routine takes commitment and discipline, a team that’s ready for 6 a.m. practices - no, not 6 a.m. for the Othello High School …
Youth & machines
MOSES LAKE — Mothers of Preschoolers held its second annual Touch a Truck fundraiser at the Moses Lake Presbyterian Church on Saturday. They couldn’t have p…
Moses Lake continues to address RVs being used as residences
MOSES LAKE — The city of Moses Lake is preparing to post “No Trespassing” signs along Central Drive and the Moses Lake Police Department is preparing eviction …
Hazardous waste collection event set for Saturday in Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE - Grant County has announced that there will be a household hazardous waste collection event near Moses Lake this Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The…
Ybarra proud to secure capital funds for local projects
OLYMPIA – District 13 Representative Alex Ybarra said there were a lot of good moments this session, but he is most proud of securing millions of dollars in ca…
Caulkins Guitar Duo to perform in Soap Lake
SOAP LAKE – The Caulkins Guitar Duo will premiere a performance of Dry Falls, a brand new written work by renowned composer Martin Kennedy, this May 20 in Soap…
Nearly $170M funded for District 13 projects in WA budget
OLYMPIA – The Washington State Legislature approved the 2023-25 capital construction budget on Saturday, the day before session came to a close. The budget inc…
Warnick talks successes, challenges of 2023 session
OLYMPIA – The Washington State 2023 regular legislative session adjourned sine die on April 23. District 13 legislator Sen. Judy Warnick, R-Moses Lake, looked …