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Memorial Day ceremonies to remember those who gave their lives Monday
MOSES LAKE — Memorial Day weekend is here, and along with all the fun and festivities that accompany a three-day w…
Back-to-school events held throughout Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE — Going back to school can be a tough time for some families. From school supplies, to clothes and shoes, this time of the year causes stress levels…
Moses Lake business loses 3 RVs in late-night fire
MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake recreational vehicle business lost three RVs in a late night fire Thursday night. It was the second fire that day in the same location. Michelle Perdue, vice president of I-90 RV, said the…
Section of Moses Lake trail to be named after Joe Rogers
MOSES LAKE — Joe Rogers loved Moses Lake and was a key player in the development in many of the city’s most popular trails. The city will now be paying tribute…
Fundraiser planned for deputy who shot wife
EPHRATA — A fundraiser is planned to raise funds for the family of a Grant County Sheriff’s Office deputy who shot his wife in Moses Lake earlier this month. T…
Job Corps formally accepts Mitsubishi Gift
MOSES LAKE — You’d be surprised how difficult it is to actually donate something to the United States government.
Grant PUD fiber program subject of discussion
EPHRATA — How to proceed with the Grant County PUD’s fiber program was the subject of a discussion, but no decision, at Tuesday’s regular commission meeting.
Nomination sought for giving companies
MOSES LAKE — Do you know of a local company that is doing good by helping its employees help the community? Well, there’s still time to nominate that business for a 2017 Corporations for Communities Award.
Garden smarter, not harder
This is the time of year that most of us are thinking about a break from our gardening tasks. As much as we love gardening and the aspects of being outdoors we’re realizing we need to develop easier ways of doing t…
School bells start ringing next week
OTHELLO — Ah, summer — sunny weather, no homework, kids can do whatever they want — and then school starts, and summer is over.
Back-to-school (supply) bonanza
MOSES LAKE — Six-year-old Kayla Graves was so giddy Tuesday night at the Columbia Basin Elks Lodge that she could barely contain her excitement.
Moses Lake-based DOC counselor accused of inappropriate relationship with client
MOSES LAKE — A mental health counselor whose practice credential has expired will have until Aug. 31 to answer charges of unprofessional conduct from the Washington Department of Health. The charges stem from an al…
State issues health warning for Columbia River fish
OLYMPIA — The Washington State Department of Health has issued a warning asking the public to limit the consumption of several species of fish along the Columbia River from the I-90 bridge near Vantage all the way …
Free access to Washington parks on Friday
OLYMPIA — If you have ever wanted to visit one of Washington’s parks, but don’t necessarily want to pay for a Discover Pass or day-use permit, then you might want to clear your schedule on Friday.
'Baby Box' pilot program at Community Health
MOSES LAKE — Helping moms and dads of newborns, and educating them in ways to reduce the chance of SIDS or suffocation in newborn babies, is the goal of a new …
Registered nurse placed on probation
OLYMPIA — A Moses Lake registered nurse must join a monitoring program and will have her license placed on probation for at least six months after she completes it. Amanda Rishky was charged by the Washington Depar…