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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. “…
Back on the water
MOSES LAKE — Around the Columbia Basin there are certain signs that summer is coming – crews start pumping water into local pools, “roadwork ahead” signs start…
GALLERY: Lots of cool vehicles, different interests at Spring Festival car show
MOSES LAKE — Just as every recipe will be at least a little different depending on the cook, said Angel Mora, Moses Lake, so too is every truck – or car or tra…
Grant County burn ban to begin Sunday
MOSES LAKE — As temperatures rise and vegetation dries out, Grant County is about to start its annual burn ban beginning June 1, a measure designed to minimize…
Basin marks National EMS Week
MOSES LAKE — May 18-24 was National EMS Week, a time to honor emergency medical personnel, according to an announcement from the Moses Lake Fire Department.
Mattawa man killed when car rolls
OTHELLO — A Mattawa man was killed when he was ejected from his car when it drifted off the roadway and rolled early Tuesday morning. Sergio Corrales, 52, …
Port of Moses Lake opens new maintenance facility
MOSES LAKE — Port of Moses Lake commissioners cut the ribbon Monday on the new maintenance facility completed this spring.
Wahluke principal retiring after 40-plus-year career
MATTAWA — Saddle Mountain Elementary Principal Kurt Hoffman said he became a teacher because he wanted to give young people the same type of experience he had …
Tugging on your heart strings
OTHELLO – Heartline, the bestest girl, is known for tugging on people’s heart strings and making them fall head over heels in love with her. She is now looking…
MLSD restructuring admin office, saving district money
MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake School District has hired people for two new administrative positions, including Yvonne Walker as the executive director of teachin…
Huskies fall short in quarter final
OTHELLO — The Huskies soccer team (14-6-1) was defeated 3-2 in a heartbreaker against Columbia River. It was win or die trying for the Huskies, according to He…
Fire burns 5 acres in Moses Lake Monday
MOSES LAKE – Monday evening around 5 p.m., Moses Lake Fire Department was dispatched to a brush fire near State Route 17 and North Stratford Road.
Special filing period for Adams Co. offices coming
RITZVILLE — A three-day special filing period will be announced for Adams County elective offices that didn’t attract candidates during the filing week earlier…
Othello Huskies qualify for baseball semifinals
CHEHALIS — The Othello Huskies began their push for a state championship, winning in both the opening round against R.A. Long 4-1 and in the quarterfinals agai…
New WA law granting unemployment benefits to striking workers draws praise, concern
(The Center Square) – Depending on who you ask, Engrossed Senate Bill 5041 – signed into law by Gov. Bob Ferguson earlier this week – is either a much-needed s…
So cute and funny, you’ll be left in Stitches
MOSES LAKE - Stitches may not be as young as she used to be, but you can’t tell by her energy level and joy around those she loves. She’s best off as the only …