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ACH claims victories on the road over Lions
MOSES LAKE — The Almira/Coulee-Hartline Warriors (12-6) earned two victories over the Moses Lake Christian Academy…
Fuel prices rise in WA, nationally
MOSES LAKE — For the second week in a row, both national and Washington fuel prices increased, and Grant County’s 14‑week streak of falling gas prices came to …
Subject arrested for trespassing, threats with knife
WARDEN — On Friday, the Warden Police Department arrested Jean Alverez, 21, Warden after receiving a disturbance call in the 300 block of West Fifth Street. Ac…
Wilson Creek School District seeks replacement EP&O levy
WILSON CREEK — Voters in the Wilson Creek School District will decide in February on a two‑year replacement Educational Programs and Operations levy which woul…
Watershed music festival canceled for 2026
GEORGE — The three-day Watershed country music festival, one of the major events at the Gorge Amphitheater near George, has been canceled for 2026. The venue i…
Lady Vikings defend home court, sit atop East region
MOSES LAKE — The Big Bend Community College Vikings (19-2) defeated the Blue Mountain Community College Timberwolves 81-29 Saturday. Head Coach Preston Wilks s…
Vehicle burns near Moses Lake on Friday
MOSES LAKE — Friday afternoon, Grant County Fire District 5 received a call for a vehicle fire in the 4900 block of Stratford Road. A small old truck had ignited, according to Fire Chief Dan Smith. The fire resulte…
Adopt this tiny treasure
OTHELLO — Looking for a pup who’s small in size but mighty in love? Meet Min‑Ni, the fun‑sized chihuahua who’s ready to “snuggle her way” into your heart.
Spring water forecast uneven, drought continues
SPOKANE — Warmer than normal temperatures in December and January may have consequences next spring with lower than normal runoff. Joey Clevenger, meteorol…
MLSD board votes to support WIAA amendment, two state initiatives
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake School board voted on a resolution to support Washington Interscholastic Activities and Athletics Amendment No. 21, Washington Stat…
Sponsoring dreams
EPHRATA — June seems like a long time away now, but before we know it, students will be graduating and heading off to further their education. For those who wi…
WEATHER: Jan. 26-31, 2026
WEATHER: Jan. 26-31, 2026
Moses Lake man jailed after long high-speed pursuit
MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake man is in custody after a high-speed chase Friday morning, according to a statement from the Grant County Sheriff’s Office.
Washington lawmakers push to expand collective bargaining for ag workers
OLYMPIA — The Washington Senate Labor and Commerce committee held a public hearing Tuesday, Jan. 20 for a bill that would allow agriculture workers to collecti…
Church volunteers keep Warden Food Bank going
WARDEN — Keeping the Warden Food Bank running is a group effort. Three groups, in fact. The food bank is the joint project of three local churches: Warden …
Quincy boys defeat Ephrata, 72-39
QUINCY — The Quincy Jacks (5-13) kept their postseason hopes alive after defeating the Ephrata Tigers (3-13) 72-39 Friday. Quincy Head Coach Scott Bierlink was…