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Meet Merlin, the stallion
Meet Merlin... proof that the best things in life come in Great Dane-sized packages! This XL handsome guy is black…
Grant County Jail Roster for July 13, 2026
This list shows current inmates who were arrested by Grant County law enforcement agencies on July 11 through 13 as of Monday afternoon. Grant County inmates are housed at the Grant County Jail. All subjects are in…
5th Congressional District candidates discuss motivation for running
SPOKANE — Twelve candidates, including incumbent Michael Baumgartner, are running for the seat in the Fifth Congressional District, which includes part of Adam…
Gas prices tick upwards nationally, across Columbia Basin, while Wash. average edges down
MOSES LAKE — Gas prices have climbed again this week for most U.S. drivers, breaking an eight-week streak of declines, according to AAA data. The national aver…
Deputies vote no confidence in sheriff’s administration; Kriete disputes concerns
MOSES LAKE — Members of the Grant County Sheriff's Office Deputy Sheriffs’ Association held a vote of no confidence in the current sheriff's office administrat…
WEATHER: July 14-20
Basin Weather: July 14-20
Driver arrested in Moses Lake hit-and-run
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake Police have arrested 19-year-old Noah McKinney of Moses Lake in connection with a July 3 shooting and pursuit investigation, according to a statement from the MLPD. According to the Gran…
Where to swim in the Basin
MOSES LAKE — In case you haven’t noticed, it’s hot. And it’s likely to get hotter before the summer is over. Which makes plunging yourself into water seem like…
July 5 boating accident required effort of well-trained emergency personnel
MOSES LAKE — A collision between a boat and a motorized personal watercraft on Moses Lake July 5 sent eight people to the hospital and left some with serious i…
Local duo offers special on puppy love
Adopt a pet. Local duo offers special on puppy love.
Moses Lake council to consider kratom restrictions
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake City Council members are expected to discuss potential regulations on kratom products during their July 14 meeting, including options r…
MLSD reaches $1.85 million settlement with architect in Groff Elementary litigation
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake School District will receive $1.85 million as part of a settlement agreement with Design West Architects related to the constructio…
4th Congressional District candidates discuss healthcare, cost of living
MOSES LAKE — Eleven candidates are seeking to represent Washington's 4th Congressional District and were invited to answer a series of questions on issues affecting residents across Central Washington. Candidat…
Moses Lake detective Salazar honored as DOJ's 2026 Hometown Hero
MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake police detective who helped stop a gunman during a deadly shooting at the Gorge Amphitheatre, near Quincy, three years ago has been r…
Summer volleyball camp preps Knights for this fall and beyond
ROYAL CITY — The Royal Knights held their summer volleyball camp from July 6-10 and brought in both new and experienced players to learn more about the sport. …
Clausen shows excitement for two years on LEAP committee
WARDEN — Soren Clausen was announced as part of the Washington Interscholastic Athletic Association’s Leadership through Education Activities and Personal Deve…