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WSU choir visits Ephrata, other high schools to encourage students to sing
EPHRATA — The members of Ephrata High School’s chamber choir had a glimpse of what could be their future Thursday …
Alleged vehicle thief arrested in Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE — An alleged vehicle thief was taken into custody in Moses Lake last week after leading police on a short vehicle and foot pursuit in the city.
Rumors of possible threats to schools leave parents unsettled
MOSES LAKE — Rumors of possible threats toward schools in the Moses Lake School District prompted a letter from district superintendent Josh Meek and concern from parents.
Armed suspect fires shots in gas station
MOSES LAKE — A man who allegedly fired shots during an armed robbery in Moses Lake late Wednesday night was taken into custody in Grandview early Thursday morning.
Lawmakers push through public records exemption
A bill exempting state lawmakers from the Public Records Acts was heard Thursday less than 24 hours after the proposal was made public, bypassing rules and pro…
Trial for Moses Lake murder suspect begins
MOSES LAKE — After almost two years of motions, hearings and continuances, the murder trial for a Moses Lake man who is accused of shooting and killing a bysta…
Warmer weather forecast, but not much warmer
MOSES LAKE — Comparatively speaking, it’s been pretty warm in Moses Lake and the Columbia Basin this week.
Ephrata council seeks short-term rental input
EPHRATA — The Ephrata City Council devoted much of its most recent Wednesday meeting discussing proposed regulations for short-term vacation rentals — like Air BnB — with parking and pets topping the list of counci…
Low electrical rates generate flood of inquiries
MOSES LAKE — It’s not a gold rush – gold rushes are kind of 19th Century – but there are a lot of people interested in possibly opening businesses in Grant County. Growth has its upside, but this growth spurt is ca…
Frontier middle school on lockdown Thursday morning
MOSES LAKE — Frontier Middle School was briefly on “modified lockdown” Thursday morning because of a threat written on a bathroom wall, according to Moses Lake School District spokesperson McKenna Reis.
Cryptic letter mailed to Grant County PUD
EPHRATA — The FBI was notified about an odd letter that was mailed to the Grant County PUD and arrived on Tuesday.
'Raspberry Jam' at Big Bend CC
MOSES LAKE — A chance to learn more about the small, economical computers known as Raspberry Pi, and for people to show off their computer projects – Raspberry Pi and otherwise – is scheduled for Big Bend Community…
House budget proposal lowers taxes, creates new ones
The 2018 operating budget proposal released by the Democrat-controlled state House Tuesday seeks longer property tax cuts than those called for in the Senate’s…
Quincy police swear in captain, patrol officer
QUINCY — The Quincy Police Department is two more officers closer to being full staffed.
MLHS students walk out, hold moment of silence
MOSES LAKE — A group of Moses Lake High School students staged a short walk out on Wednesday in honor of the 17 people killed last week at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida.
Construction projects underway all around town
MOSES LAKE — From a new motel to remodeling of existing buildings, construction projects are proceeding apace in Moses Lake.