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Moses Lake Ag Parade fills downtown with lights and cheer
MOSES LAKE — It was foggy and chilly in downtown Moses Lake Friday, but the community spirit was warm for the Down…
Huskies get first win over Tigers
OTHELLO — The Othello Huskies got their first win of the season Tuesday after defeating the visiting Ephrata Tigers 3-1. Huskies Head Coach Steve Parris said h…
Hayden Homes honored with awards for company culture
REDMOND, Ore. — Hayden Homes, which has built housing developments in Moses Lake and Othello, was honored by Great Place To Work® and Fortune Magazine with two…
Moses Lake council weighing water concerns
MOSES LAKE — Water use, guaranteeing water supply and making sure there’s enough water as Moses Lake grows was the subject of an extensive discussion during a …
Ephrata’s new booster pump station finished
EPHRATA — City officials announced Wednesday that the long-awaited Booster Pump Station located at B Street and Division is now operational. This is part of a comprehensive water system improvement initiative, whic…
Ephrata School District considering spring 2026 bond
EPHRATA — After more than a year and a half of work, the Ephrata School District’s District Facility Study Group has decided to recommend putting a $75 million…
COLUMN: The Mariners need to win on the road
As of Wednesday morning, the Mariners are on a 10-game win streak, the highest of any team in the entire MLB. The second closest team is the Toronto Blue Jays …
Knights pull off win in OT
ROYAL CITY — The Royal Knights soccer team had a close game against Naches Valley where the Knights came out on top in overtime with a 3-2 victory. “We’re s…
Freewind Martial Arts places top 10 in competition
MOSES LAKE — Over the weekend, Freewind Martial Arts competed in the Warriors Way Cup at Beasley Coliseum in Pullman. In addition to Freewind, 20 other schools…
Shenzi looking for a new yard to play in
OTHELLO – Shenzi is a male puppy currently spending time with the folks at Adams County Pet Rescue in Othello at 1961 W. Bench Road. Like all of the animals th…
Ag contributions recognized at FCAD in Quincy
QUINCY — The contributions of Quincy’s farmers and agricultural workers were recognized with a parade and a big party at Farmer Consumer Awareness Day Sept. 13.
Same-day crowns now available at Moses Lake Community Health
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake Community Health Center has taken a step forward in dental technology, according to an announcement from MLCHC. The CEREC Primemill…
Warrior Journeys returns with help of Wahluke Alumni Association
MATTAWA — Graduates of Wahluke High School are working to form an alumni association, and one of their first projects is the revival of a favorite high school …
COLLEGIATE SPORTS SCHEDULE: Sept. 18-25, 2025
MOSES LAKE — Collegiate athletes around the state prepare for another week of facing strong opponents and battling longtime rivals. See where your favorite col…
Proposals sought for old Royal City Library building
ROYAL CITY — With a new Royal City Library open and operating, Royal City officials are asking residents for proposals on uses for the old one. Already on the …
Basin Volleyball roundup 2025 – Week 2
MOSES LAKE — The Basin volleyball season is well underway. Teams have faced their fair share of challenging competition right out of the gate. See below how yo…