General News
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MLPD logs for Dec. 19-21, 2025
The reports below were provided by the Moses Lake Police Department. All suspects are considered innocent until pr…
Unemployment in WA, nation rises
OLYMPIA — In February 2025 the labor market in Washington state revealed a discouraging trend, as the state experienced a decline in nonfarm employment paired …
Basin teams shine at 49th Ray Cross Invitational
EPHRATA — On a sunny Saturday, local high school track and field teams showcased their talent at the 49th annual Ray Cross Invitational, with performances and …
Strong hitting, pitching help Othello baseball defeat Chiawana 12-2
OTHELLO — The Othello High School baseball team used a strong pitching performance and some good hitting – including a three-run home run from shortstop Jordan…
Othello tennis bests Quincy
OTHELLO — The Othello Huskies tennis squad was able to win overall against the Quincy Jacks Saturday morning with the girls going 3-2 and the boys 4-1. “My…
Mavs boys place second at Moses Lake Golf Club
MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake Mavericks golf team placed second in their tournament at Moses Lake Golf Club Monday afternoon. “All the kids on the team felt…
MLHS bests Sunnyside in Friday doubleheader
MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake Mavericks triumphed in their doubleheader against Sunnyside Friday afternoon, winning the first game 11-1 and the second 10-0 with …
Basin senior events calendar for April 2025
COLUMBIA BASIN — The weather is slowly improving and now is a great time to get out and about. Here are a few suggestions:
Gas prices rise in Washington
MOSES LAKE — The average price of gasoline in Washington has reached a year-high of $4.38 per gallon, marking a significant increase from recent weeks. As of M…
Bristle hopes for family time at Easter
OTHELLO – Bristle is a handsome, young adult looking for a home for Easter. He said that he knows Easter is far away, but he is really excited to celebrate, an…
MLPD investigating Saturday morning drive-by
MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake Police Department is investigating a drive-by shooting – the second such incident in less than two weeks – after officers were dispatched to Olympic Drive in response to reports of a sho…
CCA Ag exemption bill moves through Senate
OLYMPIA – The Washington House of Representatives has approved a bill aiming to help farmers receive cap-and-trade tax exemptions promised under the Climate Co…
Quincy wins Battle of the Basin against Ephrata
QUINCY – The Quincy Jacks win the Battle of the Basin against the Ephrata Tigers in a hard fought 2-1 victory. “Our key to winning was in our second half m…
ACSO handles two high-speed chases Thursday
RITZVILLE – Adams County Sheriff’s Office deputies had an eventful day Friday that included two high-speed chases which led to a combined total of four arrests…
Mavs’ Dietmeyer signs with Embry-Riddle
MOSES LAKE –Moses Lake Senior Jaedynn Dietmeyer signed her letter of intent Friday in the Moses Lake High School gym to continue her track and field career wit…
Ephrata's Trachsler retires after nearly three decades of service
EPHRATA – Ephrata City Hall will be a little emptier today after Leslie Trachsler, the beloved city clerk and finance director of Ephrata, completed her last d…