General News
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WEATHER: Jan. 22-28, 2026
Thursday: Cloudy with a high near 33 and light and variable winds. Gradually clearing overnight, becoming mostly c…
Moses Lake teen to be tried as adult in murder case
A Moses Lake teenager will be tried as an adult in a murder case, according to information from the Grant County Superior Court Clerk’s Office.
Moving ahead: ML School Board tables student survey decision, honors Goodrich
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake School Board at its meeting Thursday decided to wait to consider policies governing surveys given to students until after the elect…
Grant County unemployment declines, as do job openings
MOSES LAKE — Grant County’s economy is recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic, but it’s a little uneven, according to recent information from the Washington Employment Security Department. Grant County’s unemploymen…
A piece of the past: Token tells story of century-old Quincy business
QUINCY — So that small object in a frame on the wall at the Quincy Valley Historical Society & Museum, the coin-like thing – is that really a coin? After all, …
State health plan market open for enrollment
Fifteen health insurers were approved to sell in Washington’s 2022 individual health insurance market, according to a release Nov. 1 from the state Office of the Insurance Commissioner.
Stuck in transit: Supply chain woes leave merchants scrambling
EPHRATA — How difficult are the world’s shipping and supply problems right now?
MLSD levy approval grows; Gaps widen in updated election results
MOSES LAKE — The latest round of election results Thursday afternoon showed a widening lead in those voting to approve the three-year Moses Lake School District replacement levy.
Back to the barn: Popular gift show returns
MOSES LAKE — The Piper Barn Show has returned after a 1-year hiatus and is doing better than ever.
Quincy, Mattawa mayors maintain lead in updated election numbers
The mayors of Mattawa and Quincy have maintained leads against their challengers, but Quincy School Board and Wahluke School Board incumbents are losing their races in the updated results Thursday for the Nov. 2 ge…
‘More than a tribute’: Columbia Basin Allied Arts brings audiences back with A.J. Croce performance
MOSES LAKE — Singer-songwriter A.J. Croce will feature his interpretation of the music of his dad Jim Croce when he performs in concert at 7 p.m. Nov. 19 at th…
Yonezawa Boulevard project delayed, awaiting growth plan
MOSES LAKE — Revisions of the intersection at Yonezawa Boulevard and Pioneer Way were postponed in 2021, and might not happen in 2022, due to a study recommended in the city’s Comprehensive Plan.
Quincy School Board recognized statewide
QUINCY — The Washington State School Directors’ Association (WSSDA) named the Quincy School Board as a Board of Distinction for 2021, according to a QSD press release.
Othello sewer rates to stay the same in 2022
OTHELLO — Othello residents will not see an increase in their sewer rates until at least 2026.
Counting cars: Moses Lake traffic study moves into second phase, rates traffic in Mae Valley area
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake city officials have started the second phase of a study to determine how to address traffic issues at intersections along Hansen Road.
Moses Lake Ice Rink opening delayed
The Moses Lake Ice Rink will open at 4:15 p.m. Nov. 19 instead of Nov. 12 because the weather has been too warm, according to city spokesperson Lynne Lynch.