Last chance for fall 2026 youth soccer season signups

OTHELLO — The City of Othello Parks and Recreation is getting prepared to host another season of youth soccer in fall 2026. With the registration deadline set …

Early morning fire damages Moses Lake residence, no injuries reported

Moses Lake Firefighters respond to Job Corp dorm fire

MOSES LAKE — A fire started at the Moses Lake Job Corp early this evening. All staff and students were evacuated, and nobody was injured, according to a statem…

Grant County Sheriff’s race close in unofficial primary results Tuesday

EPHRATA — The Grant County Sheriff’s race was neck-and-neck with a 0.2 percent gap when voting closed yesterday, according to the Grant County Auditor’s Office.

Crime rates down in Basin, FBI report suggests

EPHRATA — The Columbia Basin saw significant decreases in certain types of crimes over the last year, according to data from the FBI National Incident Based Re…

Othello splash pad progressing, pool options being considered

OTHELLO — The underground plumbing has been installed and the concrete has been poured at the new splash pad in Othello’s Kiwanis Park. Construction is schedul…

Holy Cross Parish opens in Mattawa

MATTAWA — The Catholic population of Mattawa pulled off a remarkable feat, Yakima Bishop Joseph Tyson said. “For the first time in the history of the Dioces…

Proposed development prompts discussion of city street improvements in Othello

OTHELLO — The proposed redevelopment of a commercial site in the south section of Othello prompted discussion of what that development, and others, would mean …

Houdini's greatest escape: finding a forever home

No magic trick here, Houdini is really this cute. With his tiny expressive eyebrows, sweet personality, and ready-to-go status (neutered, vaccinated, and waiti…

SENIOR EVENTS: August 2026

COLUMBIA BASIN — August is the month of the Grant County Fair, but there’s also plenty more happening in the Basin. Here are some ways to get out and about.

Purple Party smaller but successful

MOSES LAKE — There were about 50 fewer people at the Purple Party July 16 than came last year, but those people accomplished a lot. “I don’t feel as though …

Davis and Johnson reflect on Tillage League All Star team

EPHRATA — Ephrata’s Isaiah Davis and Mitchell Johnson both made the Tillage League All-Star team after having strong performances with the Tigers Baseball Club…

Man arrested near burglary scene with firearm

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake Police arrested a suspected burglar who was carrying a loaded firearm Friday night, according to a statement from the MLPD. Jeremiah …