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Broncos reload after memorable state semifinal run
LIND — If you ask Lind/Ritzville (14-2) Head Coach Cari Galbreath, last season was special for the Broncos. “…
Adams Co. high schools to highlight career opportunities
RITZVILLE — A pair of career showcases this month will let Adams County high school students see what future they may have in their own back yard.
Basin Soccer round up: Sept. 25 – Sept. 30
MOSES LAKE – As we enter October and the halfway point of the 2025 Basin soccer season nears; local teams are starting to separate themselves from the pack. Se…
‘This has changed our lives’
MOSES LAKE — The Cape at Interlake had its grand opening Tuesday, with a ribbon-cutting and an open house for the community. “This property is primarily ta…
BASIN EVENTS: Oct. 3-11
COLUMBIA BASIN — Leaves are falling, mornings are getting cooler and fall activities are ramping up. Here are some things to keep your autumn spirit alive.
Chances for legislative cooperation slowly improving, legislators say
EPHRATA — Making progress in the Washington Legislature requires cooperation between Democrats and Republicans, and there some signs that more legislators are getting more interested in cooperating. That was one of…
Ephrata school board welcomes new staff, discusses enrollment
EPHRATA – The Ephrata School Board convened on September 29, for a regular meeting that showcased developments in the district, including the introduction of n…
Royal City farm to host Dahlia Days this weekend
ROYAL CITY — Dahlia lovers will have a chance to top up their supply this weekend – and have a little end-of-summer fun at the same time. Gray Girl Farms in Ro…
Roundabout proposed between Ephrata and Soap Lake
EPHRATA — A new roundabout will be coming to State Route 28 between Ephrata and Soap Lake, probably in 2028. The Washington Department of Transportation is loo…
Bonded guinea pig sisters looking for a home
SOAP LAKE – Looking for an addition to your family? How about two? Dolly and Blossom, bonded guinea pig sisters, are looking for their forever home. They are u…
Eagles earn win over Devils
WILSON CREEK – The Soap Lake Eagles (4-3) earned a convincing road win over the Wilson Creek Devils (3-7) Wednesday evening. Both teams were looking to overcom…
Off-duty GCSO officer arrested for domestic violence
SOAP LAKE – An off-duty member of Grant County Sheriff’s Office was arrested for a domestic violence incident, according to a statement from GCSO. The officer’…
MLSD suing Fowler over alleged Groff deficiencies
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake School District announced earlier this year it would be pursuing litigation with Fowler General Construction, the company that buil…
Sila begins manufacturing at Moses Lake plant
MOSES LAKE — The building is completed and staff are on-hand at the Sila Nanotechnologies plant in Moses Lake is ramping up to begin producing batches of its t…
Inside the lines
MOSES LAKE — Looking at Angela Hagerty’s work, you might think she’s been painting for a long time. You’d be wrong.
Suspect in custody for Mattawa shooting
MATTAWA — A suspect has been arrested in connection with the Monday morning shooting in Mattawa. The Mattawa Police Department, with assistance from the Grant …