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Homesley, Falstad share plans for growing county, auditors office
EPHRATA — As Grant County continues to grow, the county auditor's office is tasked with keeping pace with increasi…
Grant County employment rate grows
MOSES LAKE — Grant County’s economy may be showing signs of recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic restrictions, which slowed down and in some cases closed businesses in the last 20 months, according to a report Frida…
Jingling all the way: Ephrata does Christmas up right with Miracle on Main Street
EPHRATA — Ephrata’s annual Miracle on Main Street saw the town filled with activity Saturday. One of the biggest parts of the day was the Jingle Bell Fun Run, …
City council member to be celebrated
Longtime Ephrata City Council member Mark Wanke will be honored with an open house 6-7 p.m. Wednesday at the Ephrata City Hall, 121 Alder St. SW, preceding the city council meeting.
Building blocks: State capital funding will boost cities across the county
The $6.3 billion state capital budget for 2021-23 is the largest ever in the state’s history.
Banner Bank sponsors three families this Christmas
MOSES LAKE — A local bank is sponsoring three families this Christmas through the New Hope Christmas Wish Program.
Soap Lake basketball teams fall to MLCA/CCS
The Soap Lake High School boys and girls basketball teams fell to Moses Lake Christian Academy/Christian Covenant School (MLCA/CCS) in a league matchup Friday.
Masa appeal: Alicia Factor finds success with small business
MOSES LAKE — Alicia Factor has some plans for her business, working to make it grow and planning for her own store someday. And Alicia’s Tamales Express is all…
Weekend prep roundup: Quincy sinks Chelan, 80-68
QUINCY — The Quincy High School Jacks defeated Chelan High School Friday. TreyVaughn Bierlink led with 40 points, while Jalen Spence made 16 and Aidan Heikes made 10.
Workers’ comp insurance to go up slightly in 2022
TUMWATER — The state Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) today announced a 3.1 percent increase in the average worker’s compensation premium rate for hours worked in 2022, according to a press release.
State paid leave rules change after COVID-19
OLYMPIA — New legislation took effect in August that expanded the qualifying period for people who worked fewer hours because of COVID-19.
Safe season: MLFD pros give tips to prevent tragedy at home during the holidays
MOSES LAKE — Last winter, the Moses Lake Fire Department responded to numerous calls related to falls in and around the home, said MLFD EMS Chief Todd Schanze.…
MLSD hires firm in search for new chief
During a special meeting at noon Thursday, the Moses Lake School District Board of Directors unanimously voted to award a contract to Northwest Leadership Asso…
Tree troubles
MOSES LAKE – This year’s combination of wildfires, hot summer weather and supply chain issues have led to higher prices and even possible shortages at local Ch…
Quincy student allegedly made school threat
The Quincy Police Department on Thursday identified a 14-year-old Quincy Middle School (QMS) student responsible for posting an alleged threat online referencing a shooting at QMS.
Ephrata to celebrate Miracle on Main Street
EPHRATA — Ephrata residents are invited to celebrate the holiday season with breakfast with Santa, a tree lighting and parade Saturday, as part of Miracle on M…