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Mavs split with West Valley, tied for first in Big 9
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Mavericks (13-2) split their doubleheader against West Valley Friday 0-4 and 10-4 on s…
Color your world with Bubble Gum
OTHELLO — Meet Bubble Gum, the sweet pup who’s ready to stick to your heart. This adorable girl is the paw‑fect coloring-page cutie: full of charm, a little me…
Man arrested after MLPD finds drugs, rifles and a 3D printer
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake Police arrested Steven Johnston, 63, for possession of firearms and possession of narcotics, and are potentially pursuing charges relat…
Othello residents asked to fill out comprehensive plan survey
OTHELLO — The comprehensive plan currently being prepared by Othello city officials is designed to answer some questions about the city’s future. Othello i…
Grant Co. Jail roster for Apr. 7, 2026
This list shows current inmates from the Grant County law enforcement agencies who were arrested on April 7. Grant County inmates are housed at the Grant County Jail.
WEATHER: April 8-14
Today: Sunny, with a high near 66. Northeast wind around 6 mph becoming light and variable. Mostly clear overnight, with a low around 38. West wind around 6 mp…
Seven arrested in Othello sex trafficking investigation
OTHELLO — The Othello Police Department arrested seven men for involvement in prostitution following a two-day investigation last week. Othello Police Chief Aa…
AC Sheriff Wagner to run for reelection
RITZVILLE — Adams County Sheriff Dale Wagner will run for reelection this year, he announced earlier this week. “Serving as sheriff since 2015 has been the…
Wildcats go 3-1 against MSUB over the weekend
BILLINGS, Mont. — The Central Washington University Wildcats faced Montana State University Billings in a four-game series with the Wildcats earning three wins…
Eagles earn crucial road win
PORTLAND — The Eastern Washington Eagles women’s tennis (9-7) earned a competitive 4-3 win over Portland State Saturday. According to a statement by EWU Athletics, the Eagles first earned a win in doubles competiti…
Basin softball roundup, March 31 – April 4
MOSES LAKE — The halfway point of Basin high school softball is here, as many teams are playing their final games before spring break or returning to the diamo…
Basin baseball roundup, March 31 – April 4
MOSES LAKE — As we reach the halfway point of the baseball season, teams are starting to push for postseason positioning. See below how your favorite teams hav…
ACH takes two wins over Mary Walker
COULEE CITY — The Almira/Coulee-Hartline Warriors (4-2) earned a pair of strong victories over Mary Walker in Saturday afternoon’s doubleheader. The Warriors d…
Passing the baton
MOSES LAKE — It’s official: Chad Utter will take over as director of the Columbia Basin Technical Skills Center.
Locals fight to save a piece of Washtucna’s history
WASHTUCNA — In a tiny town in the southeastern corner of Adams County, some folks are trying their best to save a piece of history, and turning to the Washingt…
Representative Tom Dent announces reelection bid
MOSES LAKE — Representative Tom Dent, R-Moses Lake, has announced he will run for reelection in 2026. It would be Dent’s seventh term in the Washington House o…