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Updated 2 hours, 16 minutes ago

Weather forces delays in Basin sports

MOSES LAKE — Several sporting events across the Basin have been postponed this weekend due to rain and snow causin…

Updated 1 month, 2 weeks ago
Huskies defeat Jacks in dual meet

OTHELLO — The Othello Huskies boys and girls wrestling were victorious over the Quincy Jacks Tuesday. The boys won 43-31 while the girls won 52-21 as they push…

Updated 1 month, 2 weeks ago
St. Rose to include middle school next year

EPHRATA — St. Rose of Lima Catholic School is expanding to include middle school. The program, called St. Rose Preparatory, will hold its first classes this fa…

Updated 1 month, 2 weeks ago
Moses Lake YMCA project takes step forward

MOSES LAKE — The dream of a YMCA in Moses Lake is a little closer to reality. “The YMCA ... report has been funded,” said Teresa Fields, who’s been spearhea…

Updated 1 month, 2 weeks ago
Telebupe hotline open for same-day addiction care

MOSES LAKE — The Washington State Department of Health has partnered with the University of Washington to expand the Washington Telesbuprenorphine Hotline to b…

Updated 1 month, 2 weeks ago
Dent says early session marked by cooperation, tight budgets and measured expectations

OLYMPIA — As the Washington Legislature moves through the early days of its 60‑day session, Rep. Tom Dent, R‑Moses Lake, says the tone at the Capitol has been …

Updated 1 month, 2 weeks ago
Ephrata School District voters to decide fate of $75 million construction bond

EPHRATA — Ephrata School District patrons will be asked to accept or reject a $75 million construction bond proposal in the Feb. 10 special election. The distr…

Updated 1 month, 2 weeks ago
WEATHER: Jan. 22-28, 2026

Thursday: Cloudy with a high near 33 and light and variable winds. Gradually clearing overnight, becoming mostly clear with a low about 23. North wind about 6 …

Updated 1 month, 2 weeks ago
Dashing young kitten seeks new home

Updated 1 month, 2 weeks ago
Grant County Sheriff’s Office reports Jan. 12-14, 2026

The reports below were provided by the Grant County Sheriff’s Office. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Updated 1 month, 2 weeks ago
Lions claim close game over La Salle

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Christian Academy/Covenant Christian School Lions returned to form Tuesday as they earned an 80-68 win over La Salle. The Lions rem…

Updated 1 month, 2 weeks ago
Lions dominate on their home court after rough patch

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Christian Academy/Covenant Christian School Lions earned a strong 72-12 win over La Salle Tuesday evening following a three-game dr…

Updated 1 month, 3 weeks ago
Soap Lake Chamber adds new event in 2026

SOAP LAKE — The Soap Lake Chamber of Commerce released their event schedule for 2026, including a new event this year: the Lantern Festival. Chamber President …

Updated 1 month, 3 weeks ago
'Cafe Murder'

MOSES LAKE — The audience plays detective at “Cafe Murder,” taking the stage Friday and Saturday in Moses Lake. “Cafe Murder,” a collaboration between Colum…

Updated 1 month, 3 weeks ago
Bierlink hits 2K points, as Jacks overcome Huskies

QUINCY — The Quincy Jacks (4-13) defeated the Othello Huskies (6-10) 77-52 Saturday as Pierce Bierlink hit 2,000 career points. “He's probably one of my …

Updated 1 month, 3 weeks ago
MLK celebrations bring community together

MOSES LAKE — The life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. was celebrated in Moses Lake Monday evening with people throughout the community gathering for a mar…