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Hansen Road overpass demo starts July 7
MOSES LAKE — Demolition will begin July 7 on the overpass at Hansen Road in Moses Lake. Washington Department of T…
Section of Road 2 Southeast closed following haystack fire
MOSES LAKE — A section of Road 2 Southeast between Road N Southeast and Road O Southeast has been closed to traffic due to a haystack fire next to the road, ac…
Sand Scorpions host annual egg hunt and poker run
MOSES LAKE — The Sand Scorpions ORV group brought the community out for an afternoon in the Sand Dunes for their annual Easter Egg Hunt and Poker Run Saturday.…
Moses Lake baby fights brain tumor
MOSES LAKE — Little Aylanie Reyes has been at Seattle Children’s Hospital since March 13, battling a brain tumor. She’s putting up a good fight, but it’s not e…
Grant County Sheriff’s Office Logs for March 29-April 1
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. Location is n…
Color your world with Bubble Gum
OTHELLO — Meet Bubble Gum, the sweet pup who’s ready to stick to your heart. This adorable girl is the paw‑fect coloring-page cutie: full of charm, a little me…
Man arrested after MLPD finds drugs, rifles and a 3D printer
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake Police arrested Steven Johnston, 63, for possession of firearms and possession of narcotics, and are potentially pursuing charges relat…
Othello residents asked to fill out comprehensive plan survey
OTHELLO — The comprehensive plan currently being prepared by Othello city officials is designed to answer some questions about the city’s future. Othello i…
Grant Co. Jail roster for Apr. 7, 2026
This list shows current inmates from the Grant County law enforcement agencies who were arrested on April 7. Grant County inmates are housed at the Grant County Jail.
WEATHER: April 8-14
Today: Sunny, with a high near 66. Northeast wind around 6 mph becoming light and variable. Mostly clear overnight, with a low around 38. West wind around 6 mp…
Seven arrested in Othello sex trafficking investigation
OTHELLO — The Othello Police Department arrested seven men for involvement in prostitution following a two-day investigation last week. Othello Police Chief Aa…
AC Sheriff Wagner to run for reelection
RITZVILLE — Adams County Sheriff Dale Wagner will run for reelection this year, he announced earlier this week. “Serving as sheriff since 2015 has been the…
Wildcats go 3-1 against MSUB over the weekend
BILLINGS, Mont. — The Central Washington University Wildcats faced Montana State University Billings in a four-game series with the Wildcats earning three wins…
Eagles earn crucial road win
PORTLAND — The Eastern Washington Eagles women’s tennis (9-7) earned a competitive 4-3 win over Portland State Saturday. According to a statement by EWU Athletics, the Eagles first earned a win in doubles competiti…
Basin softball roundup, March 31 – April 4
MOSES LAKE — The halfway point of Basin high school softball is here, as many teams are playing their final games before spring break or returning to the diamo…
Basin baseball roundup, March 31 – April 4
MOSES LAKE — As we reach the halfway point of the baseball season, teams are starting to push for postseason positioning. See below how your favorite teams hav…