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WA COLLEGE SPORTS SCHEDULE: Oct. 8-15, 2026
MOSES LAKE — In the college world, the second half of the season is underway for some while others are preparing f…
Manweller to speak at Republican Women's meeting
MOSES LAKE — Rep. Matt Manweller, R-Ellensburg, is the guest speaker at Tuesday’s Republican Women of Grant County meeting.
Ephrata teen wins art competition
SUNNYSIDE — An Ephrata teen recently took home first prize in a congressional high school art competition put on by Fourth Congressional District Rep. Dan Newh…
Fabulous franks for customer appreciation
MOSES LAKE — It has become a tradition for the owners of Faber Industrial Supply to thank their customers with tool sale and a serving of hot dogs. For 2018 th…
Rep. Cary Condotta not seeking reelection
WENATCHEE — A Wenatchee lawmaker with over a decade of experience in the legislature recently announced he will not be running for reelection.
Big Bend College to sponsor summer career camp
MOSES LAKE — Registration is open for a program designed to introduce teens to careers in healthcare, criminal justice and mechatronics. “Serious Gaming: Searc…
Moses Lake Ag Supply holds grand opening
MOSES LAKE — Owners of the new Ag Supply Ace Hardware cut the chain – yes, a chain, not a ribbon – Friday as part of a weekend of grand opening activities.
Congressional candidate coming to Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE — Democratic congressional candidate Christine Brown has a visit to Moses Lake scheduled for May 12.
Man charged for alleged assault with vehicle
MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake man is facing an assault charge for allegedly bumping into the mother of his children with a vehicle at the Moses Lake Sand Dunes in view of two off-duty deputies.
Suspected Hantavirus case turns up in Grant County
MOSES LAKE — A Grant County resident has been hospitalized since mid-April with respiratory failure caused by a suspected Hantavirus infection, according to Grant County health officials.
Soap Lake bumps up city attorney Kenison's hourly rate
SOAP LAKE — The Soap Lake City Council approved a $40 per hour pay increase for its city attorney.
Ephrata council talks road repairs, flag project
EPHRATA — The Ephrata City Council considered a draft policy governing the use of the city’s newly approved street repair fund and an Eagle Scout project that …
Wildfire outlook for this year daunting
MOSES LAKE — People who have lived around the Columbia Basin, and all of eastern Washington for that matter, know an increase in temperature and dry conditions also means an increase in the potential for wildfires.…
Warnick to open office in Ellensburg
ELLENSBURG — Hoping to better reach all of the 13th Legislative District, Sen. Judy Warnick, R-Moses Lake, is opening a district office in Ellensburg.
Bird Friendly Day at museum Saturday
MOSES LAKE — Birds, bird watching and bird habitat will be among the bird-centered subjects during the annual “Bird Friendly Day” at the Moses Lake Museum & Ar…
ML Soroptimist recognized for 2017 accomplishments
COEUR d’ALENE — The Soroptimist International of Moses Lake was recently recognized by the Northwest Region of Soroptimist International as “Club Champion” for…