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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…
10U Moses Lake wins state tournament
ELLENSBURG – The 10U Moses Lake baseball team won the 10U Cal Ripken 2022 North Washington State Tournament on Saturday, sweeping the competition en route to b…
Riverdog teams win state tournaments
BREWSTER - The Columbia Basin Riverdogs’ 13U and 15U teams played at Brewster High School this weekend in state tournaments, with both teams advancing to regio…
Confidently caring for pets after surgery
From routine spays and neuters to dealing with unexpected health conditions, surgery is a nearly inevitable part of pet ownership. By knowing ahead of time wha…
Mattawa council approves annexation application moratorium
MATTAWA — Reversing a decision made June 16, Mattawa City Council members have voted to impose a moratorium on applications for annexation of property into the…
Record July rain falls on Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE — It’s been a wet July in the Columbia Basin, possibly the wettest July in the region’s recorded history.
Lourence Dormaier: Ephrata farmer finds purpose in working the soil
A local man found his purpose in farming and has turned it into a thriving business.
Tiffany Workinger: Royal City resident finds fulfillment in volunteering
In a small town, one of the most vital resources is volunteers, dedicated people who make good things happen for the whole community. Tiffany Workinger is one …
Hot Dog!
RITZVILLE - Ritzville has a new restaurant in town, one that brings a unique twist to food normally seen in a restaurant. “It's been fun, we’ve had a really…
Protecting yourself
MOSES LAKE — Someday you’d like to own a house, but for the time being, you’re renting a place. It’s not permanent, but it’s home.
Newhouse, Murray focus on flawed VA records rollout
RICHLAND — Both Rep. Dan Newhouse, R-Yakima, and Sen. Patty Murray devoted time following the 4th of July holiday pressing the Veterans Administration to impro…
Quincy downtown revitalization hearing bumped to July 19
QUINCY — A public hearing on the proposed plan for revitalization in Quincy’s downtown has been rescheduled for the third time for the July 19 council meeting.…
Seattle Cossacks ride into Soap Lake
SOAP LAKE - Despite the weather taking a turn, the Seattle Cossacks rode down Main Avenue in Soap Lake on Sunday, performing stunts on their motorcycles for th…
‘Balance’
SOAP LAKE - Over the weekend, along with all the Fourth of July festivities, an art show was held in Soap Lake. The show was called ‘Balance’. The artist, M…
Arnold resigns from Soap Lake City Council
SOAP LAKE - Soap Lake City Council Position 5 member Andrew Arnold gave his resignation unexpectedly at the end of the July 6 city council meeting...
Seniors without a center
ROYAL CITY — The senior scene in Royal City isn’t what it used to be.