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…
Keys to success: Moses Lake man works toward performing dream
MOSES LAKE — Jesse Alvarado, 53, is still chasing his dream of being a full-time performing pianist after a couple of setbacks.
Grant PUD board selects commissioner to fill vacant position
EPHRATA — Terry Pyle, of Moses Lake, was selected Tuesday as the new Grant Public Utility District commissioner.
Irrigation district sets water shutoff dates
The water shutoff dates for the South Columbia Basin Irrigation District have been extended to Oct. 25, which is the final day to order water delivery changes, according to a press release from the district.
Fees at Grant County Fairgrounds to increase
MOSES LAKE — Grant County commissioners on Tuesday approved a request to increase some fairgrounds fees, including an increase in admission to the Grant County…
ML council hears update on comprehensive plan
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake needs about 250 housing units each year for the next 20 years to meet the needs of a rapidly growing population. That was one item Kevin Gifford of Berk Consulting Inc. shared with the Mose…
Moses Lake seeks input on transportation improvements to receive grant money
Moses Lake officials want residents to take an online survey to help them ensure the city’s Complete Streets policy meets people’s transportation needs, a release from the city stated.
Rev. Klockers: Making it easier to find enjoyment our in toil
Ecclesiastes 2:24a says, "There is nothing better for mortals than to eat and drink, and find enjoyment in their toil."
‘Worth fighting for’: Crossroads banquet raises funds and emphasizes life
MOSES LAKE — About 300 people gathered Saturday at the 4-H building at the Grant County Fairgrounds to support an institution dear to their hearts: Crossroads …
Roofing companies fined by Labor & Industries
MOSES LAKE — A Pasco-based roofing company that does a lot of work in the Moses Lake area is one of four companies statewide recently fined by the Washington state Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) for unsafe …
Hazardous waste collection set
Grant County residents may dispose of household hazardous waste for free from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 23 at the Grant County Public Works complex at 124 Enterprise St. SE, Ephrata, according to information from Grant…
Irrigation season dates changed
The Quincy-Columbia Basin Irrigation District has revised the final dates for the 2021 irrigation season, the district said in a press release.
Auditions Sunday for Masquers’ Christmas play
SOAP LAKE — Masquers Theater is looking for a few good players.
Almira school burns
The Almira Pre-K and Elementary School was destroyed by fire Tuesday afternoon after flames erupted from the building.
Hearing set on land purchase for new jail
EPHRATA — Grant County commissioners will have a public hearing at 3:10 p.m. Oct. 19 for reaction to a proposed budget extension to allow the purchase of 86.9 acres of land – which includes the Ephrata Raceway Park…
A contest of wools: Alpacas hoof into Grant County Fairgrounds
MOSES LAKE — The Grant County Fairgrounds was the host of dual events Saturday and Sunday, the Northwest Alpaca Showcase and Alpacapalooza, filled with shows, …