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New Quincy city administrator says communication is crucial
QUINCY — New Quincy City Administrator Joe Harris said one of the things he’s learned in his first two weeks on th…
Museum’s Rusty Mammoth sale tomorrow to be the biggest in years
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Museum & Art Center’s annual Rusty Mammoth Sale is tomorrow, and it’s a doozy, according to Museum Superintendent Dollie Boyd.
BBCC’s Franz and Richards given Trustee Emeritus status
MOSES LAKE — During Big Bend Community College’s April Board of Trustees meeting Thursday, Anna Franz and Juanita Richards were given Trustee Emeritus status.
Basin soccer roundup, April 23-30
MOSES LAKE — As the regular season nears it’s close for boys soccer, several teams are making their final pushes for postseason positioning. See below how your…
Mavs earn home victory over a formidable Selah
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Mavericks (12-1) gained 9-3 a home victory Wednesday afternoon against the Selah Vikings in a non-conference matchup. Selah is one …
WA COLLEGE SPORTS SCHEDULE: April 30-May 7, 2026
MOSES LAKE — College athletes head get ready for postseason appearances as the final weeks of the season draw near. See where your favorite teams will be compe…
Moses Lake council approves fiscal sustainability plan
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake City Council members approved a fiscal sustainability plan Tuesday, but City Manager Rob Karlinsey cautioned that the work is just begi…
Your future best fur-end
This handsome 2‑year‑old Labrador‑retriever mix is big, black, and bursting with love. Tony is the total package: neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, and ready…
Kids, kites and color
QUINCY — Quincy’s first annual Kids & Kites Festival arrived on a gust of spring wind Saturday, turning Lauzier Park into a sky‑high kaleidoscope of color, mot…
Moses Lake Adventist Church finished after 20-plus years
MOSES LAKE — After decades of fundraising, labor and repeated setbacks, the Moses Lake Seventh-day Adventist Church building is finally complete. “It was mi…
Your future paw-tner in crime?
This small-but-mighty Chihuahua gentleman is ready to pour his love into a forever home. Brewer is an adult, neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped good boy – …
WEATHER: April 30-May 6
Thursday: Sunny, with a high near 78. East wind, 3 to 6 miles per hour. Partly cloudy overnight, with a low around 45. Light and variable south winds.
Judge blocks key parts of Washington sheriff decertification law
(The Center Square) - A Thurston County Superior Court judge has granted a motion for a preliminary injunction to prevent SB 5974, the new sheriff decertificat…
Warden council bans kratom, considers parking regulations
WARDEN — Warden City Council passed a kratom ban and special event permit Tuesday night. It also discussed its comprehensive plan update and an ordinance for p…
Eagles honor seniors in final home meet
SOAP LAKE — The Soap Lake Eagles competed in their final two home matches facing Manson Monday and Liberty Bell Tuesday. The senior class was honored Tuesday f…
Ephrata aims to prevent youth violence with local education
EPHRATA — Ephrata School District is inviting parents and guardians to a community town hall next week aimed at addressing fast‑changing risks facing local you…