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Ephrata Police Dept. launches officer wellness program through state grant
EPHRATA — The Ephrata Police Department is launching a new officer wellness program after the Ephrata City Council…
Don’t let this opportunity poo-dle away
Adopt a pet: Don’t let this opportunity poo-dle away.
Weather July 15-21
Weather July 15-21
Spain shuts down France and Kylian Mbappé, advances to the World Cup final with a 2-0 victory
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Mikel Oyarzabal scored from the penalty spot after a heady play by teenager Lamine Yamal, Pedro Porro added another goal and Spain adva…
4 hurt in collision south of Quincy Monday
QUINCY — A five-car collision south of Quincy sent four people to the hospital Monday afternoon, according to a statement from the Washington State Patrol. …
MLPD requests assistance on identifying pickup which allegedly caused damage
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake Police are asking for the public’s help identifying a Dodge Ram pickup allegedly involved in a property-damage incident on June 29.
Basin hospitals honored by state association
MOSES LAKE — Four local hospitals were awarded the Achievement of Quality Excellence by the Washington State Hospital Association at the WSHA Rural Hospital Le…
Moses Lake wrestlers compete at Redneck Duals in Pasco
MOSES LAKE — Wrestlers from Moses Lake High School have kept themselves busy with competitions this offseason with the most recent coming with the Redneck Dual…
Rage bats come alive in weekend tourney semifinal run
MOSES LAKE — The Washington Rage 16U (5-5-1) took a step forward over the weekend after making a run to the semifinals of their weekend tournament. “The i…
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…