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Delays anticipated at Othello intersection as roundabout construction begins
OTHELLO — Construction begins Monday on a new roundabout near Othello, which will mean the start of flagger-contro…
Allegations against former SLSD super unfounded
SOAP LAKE — The investigation into the alleged misconduct of former Soap Lake School District Superintendent Sunshine Pray – which was conducted by Clear Risk …
Rectenwald to remain as interim Grant Co. sheriff through Nov.
EPHRATA — Ryan Rectenwald will continue as interim Grant County Sheriff through mid-November when the 2022 election is certified. Rectenwald’s appointment to t…
GALLERY: Watershed returns to the Gorge
GEORGE - Watershed returned to the Gorge Amphitheater, marking its 10th anniversary. Despite the extreme heat, Shedders came out in full force for a weekend of…
The benefits of surgery in fighting veterinary cancer
When it comes to treating cancer in pets, there are several options available, depending on the type, location, and severity of the cancer. In some cases, surg…
MLSD board reviews 22-23 proposed budget
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake School District officials are projecting enrollment in preschool through high school to be the equivalent of 8,028 students for the 202…
Warden SD passes $23.8 million budget
WARDEN — The Warden School Board at a regular meeting on Thursday approved the district’s total $23.8 million budget for the 2022-23 school year. The budget…
Invasive beetles continue to spread in WA
RICHLAND — The Japanese beetle infestation continues to spread following the discovery of more of the invasive pests in Richland. According to a press relea…
Summer Classic brings barrel racing to the Basin
MOSES LAKE – The Columbia Basin Barrel Racing Club held its Summer Classic Race at the Grant County Fairgrounds this weekend, bringing in nearly 100 riders. …
No Limit tourney sees more than 60, despite heat
OTHELLO – Spread across the Potholes Reservoir on Saturday were more than 60 anglers using kayaks in the No Limit Big Bass Power Hour. “It’s great,” said Ma…
Toro pinch-hits for hurt J-Rod, leads Mariners past Astros
HOUSTON (AP) — Abraham Toro pinch-hit for injured All-Star Julio Rodriguez and delivered a two-run single with two outs in the ninth inning as the Seattle Mari…
Columbia Basin Herald launches Studio Basin podcast
The Columbia Basin Herald is happy to announce the launch of the Studio Basin podcast. Hosted by managing editor R. Hans Miller, the podcast will include guest…
Pools and property
Pools are a great way to escape the summer heat, however, they add an additional cost to one’s budget to obtain and properly maintain...
Riverdog coaches discuss regional performances
COLUMBIA BASIN – With a trip to the Babe Ruth World Series on the line, both the 13U and 15U Columbia Basin Riverdogs squads battled in regional competition th…
Hard work and happy accidents
MOSES LAKE — Moving to a new place often means you have to start over.
Law enforcement logs for July 29, 2022
The items below are consolidated reports from Columbia Basin law enforcement agencies. All those named as defendants or suspects are considered innocent until …