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Grant PUD commissioners approve new rate policy
EPHRATA — After extensive discussion, multiple community and customer meetings and analysis of different proposals…
Festival of Trees raises funds for safe, affordable homes
MOSES LAKE — It was an evening of glittery trees, gaudy sweaters and holiday cheer at the Festival of Trees, Habitat for Humanity of Greater Moses Lake’s annua…
Jacks earn wins over Medical Lake, Royal in double dual
QUINCY — The Jackrabbit boys wrestling team picked up two wins in Tuesday night’s non-league double dual against Medical Lake and Royal, defeating the Cardinal…
Soap Lake resident booked for alleged theft of Public Works tractor
QUINCY – On Thursday morning, a 47-year-old Soap Lake resident, was booked into Grant County Jail for investigation of theft of a motor vehicle, possession of …
Holiday school closures start Monday in most local districts
COLUMBIA BASIN — The holiday season is upon us, and that means – among many other things – winter vacation at local schools. With Christmas 2024 next Wedne…
Increase proposed in Grant PUD large load application fees
EPHRATA — Grant County Public Utility District commissioners will decide in early 2025 whether to raise the application fee for new large load customers. New c…
‘The funnest day of the year’
MOSES LAKE — The Walmart store in Moses Lake was awash in uniforms Tuesday evening, as nearly every law enforcement officer in the area was gathered there for …
COLUMN: Six tips to celebrate the holidays with someone living with dementia
NEW YORK — With the holiday season in full swing, the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) is offering six tips to help the millions of Americans caring for…
Basin events for Dec. 20-27
COLUMBIA BASIN — With Christmas fast approaching, a lot of folks are staying home or visiting family, but there are still some things to do out in the communit…
WDFW police seek assistance in Columbia River shooting incident
GEORGE – The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Police are requesting the public's assistance in identifying individuals involved in the shooting of a …
Coulee City clinic, library both get new home
COULEE CITY — Coulee City got a twofer Tuesday, as officials cut the ribbon on the new building that will house both medical clinic and library. “We're jus…
MLSD superintendent issues apology on behalf of district
MOSES LAKE — In a recent video announcement, Carol Lewis, the superintendent of Moses Lake School District, acknowledged significant breaches of trust between …
A look at the Ephrata schools replacement levy
EPHRATA – Ephrata School District Superintendent Ken Murray discussed the upcoming February Educational Programs and Operations Levy during a recent visit to t…
Othello girls take second at first two tourneys
OTHELLO – Othello's girls wrestling team has started the 2024-25 season with back-to-back runner-up finishes at tournaments across the region, as the team has …
Water, sewer rates to increase in Quincy
QUINCY — Fees will increase for building permits, water, sewer and garbage services in Quncy in 2025. Quincy City Council members approved the increases at the…