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A new day for Grant County's animals
MOSES LAKE — For decades, the aging concrete building on Randolph Road has served as a refuge for lost, abandoned …
‘A wild-eyed bunch’: Moses Lake and the Columbia Basin Project
No event in the history of the Columbia Basin reshaped our town as deeply as the arrival of irrigation and the rapid development it triggered. Before the Colum…
Meet Harley
Harley is a shepherd/Lab mix about 4 years old, who loves to snuggle and go on outdoor adventures. He’s vaccinated, neutered and microchipped and ready to take…
Family History Fair helps people explore their roots
EPHRATA — The Ephrata Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints held a Family History Fair Saturday that allowed visitors to dig deep into their…
BASIN EVENTS: November 2026
COLUMBIA BASIN — November is right around the corner, and the Basin is brimming with things to do. Here are a few ways to get out and about.
Meet Zorro
Zorro is a big, playful shepherd/Lab mix looking for a home to call his own, who loves other dogs and older kids. He’s vaccinated, chipped and neutered and rea…
Hidden chimney damage can turn cozy fires dangerous
MOSES LAKE — The weather is getting chillier, which means lots of people are getting ready to build the first fire of the year in their fireplace. Here in the …
QHS student nominated for AI award
WENATCHEE — A Quincy High School student is one of 15 finalists for the NCW Tech Alliance Innovator Awards, according to an announcement from NCW Tech Alliance…
Meet Frankie
Frankie is a bull mastiff-boxer mix who’s about 2 1/2 years old and 100 pounds. He loves other dogs and humans and is full of hugs and slobbery kisses. Frankie…
CB Foundation seeks nominations for firefighter grants
EPHRATA — There’s still time to get some extra cash for your favorite firefighters. The Columbia Basin Foundation is seeking nominations for $1,000 grants f…
‘The ones who show up’
EPHRATA — The Appreciation Dinner at Art Semro American Legion Post in Ephrata is usually for thanking people who have helped the Legion with its work, but it …
Meet (and color) Xander
Looking for a sidekick who's as smart as he is handsome? Meet Xander, a 1-year-old Border Collie mix with a striking black-and-white coat and a heart full of p…
Ephrata High School unveils new mascot, honors Tiger logo creator
EPHRATA — Ephrata High School introduced its new official Tiger mascot, “Archer,” during the school's 2026 Homecoming celebration, honoring longtime educator, …
Meet Mulan
Mulan may share a name with a warrior, but she's looking for a happily-ever-after of her own. This large German shepherd is spayed, vaccinated and gets along w…
‘Piano Men: Generations’ to rock the Wallenstien Thursday
MOSES LAKE — The Central Basin Community Concert Association’s second concert of the season will showcase two of the most iconic piano stars of the last 60 yea…