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Traffic delayed on SR 283 near George

GEORGE — Drivers on State Route 283 south of Adams Road will be experiencing a delay while crews respond to an her…

Updated 2 weeks, 2 days ago
Chuck Norris, martial arts master and actor whose toughness became internet lore, dies at 86

Chuck Norris, the martial arts grandmaster and action star whose roles in “Walker, Texas Ranger” and other television shows and movies made him an iconic tough…

Updated 2 weeks, 2 days ago
Jacks 5th grade basketball team earns third in state

QUINCY — The Quincy Jackrabbits fifth-grade team finished third in the state tournament in Spokane to conclude their basketball season. The young team worked h…

Updated 2 weeks, 2 days ago
Patriotism and luck showcased at Moses Lake Business Expo

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Chamber of Commerce’s annual Business Expo drew between 1,100 and 1,200 people Tuesday, Chamber Director Debbie Doran-Martinez esti…

Updated 2 weeks, 2 days ago
Grant County detective honored by Girl Scouts

MOSES LAKE — Grant County Sheriff’s Detective Katrina Ball was recognized March 7 as a Woman of Distinction by the Girl Scouts of Eastern Washington and Northe…

Updated 2 weeks, 2 days ago
Hansen overpass rebuild estimated to cost $15-17 million

MOSES LAKE — While a final cost hasn’t been determined, the new overpass at Hansen Road west of Moses Lake will cost an estimated $15 to $17 million. Chris Kei…

Updated 2 weeks, 2 days ago
BASIN EVENTS CALENDAR: March 20-27, 2026

COLUMBIA BASIN — There’s plenty to do this week in the Columbia Basin. Here are some possibilities.

Updated 2 weeks, 2 days ago
Kit home bill would pave the way for small DIY housing

OLYMPIA — A bill passed in the Washington Legislature and signed by Gov. Bob Ferguson this year could mean some new options for housing in the state in the fut…

Updated 2 weeks, 2 days ago
‘I’d take 100 of him’

MOSES LAKE — Mason Bradford of the Moses Lake Mavericks golf team signed his letter of intent to Whitworth University to continue playing golf at the next leve…

Updated 2 weeks, 3 days ago
BBCC awards tenure to 4 faculty

MOSES LAKE — Big Bend Community College awarded tenure to four faculty members during the March 19 board meeting. Cade Levine, Melissa Heaps, Mitchell Valdivia…

Updated 2 weeks, 3 days ago
Soap Lake council tables tourism committee plan, debates planning services

SOAP LAKE — Soap Lake City Council approved several administrative resolutions Wednesday but postponed decisions on tourism funding and planning services after…

Updated 2 weeks, 3 days ago
More inventory, lower interest make buying more appealing in Washington

MOSES LAKE — Housing inventory is up in Washington state and interest rates are down, making buying a home easier than it was a year ago, according to data rel…

Updated 2 weeks, 3 days ago
February building permits: Ephrata, Quincy, Mattawa

February building permits: Ephrata, Quincy, Mattawa

Updated 2 weeks, 3 days ago
WEATHER: March 20-26, 2026

Friday: A 2% chance of rain after 2 p.m. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 71. Breezy, with a SW wind 10-20 mph. Mostly cloudy evening, with a low around 41. Wes…

Updated 2 weeks, 3 days ago
Cougs fall in midweek game at Utah

SALT LAKE CITY — The Washington State Cougars (7-12) fell short to Utah 8-5 Tuesday after an unsuccessful late push by WSU.

Updated 2 weeks, 3 days ago
Adams Co. and Grant Co. jail rosters for Mar. 18, 2026

This list shows current inmates from the Grant County Sheriff’s Office, ordered by arrest date. Grant County inmates are housed at the Grant County Jail. All individuals listed are presumed innocent until prov…