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Bourbon & Bowties
MOSES LAKE — The fourth annual Bourbon & Bowties fundraiser raised more than $350,000 April 24 to bring more docto…
A career of caring: Retiring DSHS employee will miss his clients
MOSES LAKE — Now that he’s retiring, David Plassman said he had something he wanted to say to the clients he’s worked with during 22 years with the Department …
Halloween activities abound this weekend
MATTAWA — Ghoulies and ghosties and long-leggedy beasties will be out this weekend as local municipalities and organizations provide events to celebrate Hallow…
Winning by losing: Medical diagnosis prompts diet changes, leads to a state TOPS award for Moses Lake woman
MOSES LAKE — Cathy Kenny worked to lose weight, but – as with a lot of other people – it didn’t stay off.
Basin Bites: Quincy stand offers more than produce
There are many produce stands in Grant and Adams counties, but one in particular will close for the season on Tuesday and celebrated its 20th anniversary in July.
A new field: Othello welcomes teacher with an interesting resume
OTHELLO — Othello High School English teacher Keithon Flemming knows a thing or two about football. After all, he played for a professional football team.
Future farmers?: Kids get hands-on at First Grade Farm Day
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake School District first-graders ran their own barrel racing course, stuffed paper honey into a paper honeycomb, drew pictures of ice crea…
Free class to offer tips on composting
EPHRATA — A free Webex class will provide an opportunity to learn how to compost yard and garden waste.
Swords and slapstick: Masquers makes magic with ‘Moon Over Buffalo’
SOAP LAKE — Masquers Theater is home to multiple productions a year, including a play full of adult comedy, pratfalls and confusion.
Fear for fun: Othello Straw Maze scares through October
OTHELLO — Lily McIndoe knew exactly what she wanted to be Friday night, and she gave careful instructions to Stephanie Carl, who was painting her face.
A little warmth: Family donates clothing to anyone who needs it
MOSES LAKE — Love. That’s what makes Cal Rice and his wife Jackie drive out with a big truck full of clothes to give away to whomever needs them.
Dynamic support: Auction sells out for local youth outreach
MOSES LAKE — The annual Youth Dynamics fundraiser saw a huge turnout this year and raised thousands of dollars for the organization to benefit local youth.
Resources available for people facing mental health challenges
MOSES LAKE — While discussions about, and awareness of, mental health are more common than they used to be, much may remain unknown.
Gourd riddance: Moses Lake FFA holds extra sale for pumpkin surplus
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake High School FFA’s pumpkin patch survived the summer well enough the FFA had to sponsor an emergency pumpkin sale.
Fall fertilize for a healthier lawn
Lawns need to be fed regular applications of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium and other nutrients to stay healthy. Choosing the right kind of fertilizer and applying it at the right time is important.
Keep it flowing: Protecting your plumbing when the weather gets cold
As the freezing temperatures roll in, it’s a good time to make sure the pipes and faucets of a home are properly protected from winter frost.