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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…
Back in action: After a year’s absence, the Othello Fair returns
OTHELLO — The Othello Fairgrounds was busy – kids showing animals, the Othello PRCA Rodeo under the lights Friday and Saturday, the carnival rides, traditional…
COVID jump returns OHS to online instruction
OTHELLO — Othello School District officials announced Monday high school students would switch to online classes due to an uptick in COVID-19 cases at the school.
Jamming in George: Bluegrass, festival bring friends together
Danny Ray Stewart chose the song, about a man working on the railroad. He played the melody, to make sure all the players got it, and invited Bob Martin to tak…
New trustee joins board at Big Bend Community College
MOSES LAKE — Big Bend Community College on Tuesday announced Amy Parris as a new trustee, replacing Stephen McFadden, who resigned after taking a job with the Port of Pasco in the Tri-Cities. Gov. Jay Inslee confir…
Mattawa council votes to negotiate with Granger for interim police chief
MATTAWA — Mattawa City Council members voted Thursday to allow Mattawa Mayor Maria Celaya to negotiate an interlocal agreement with the city of Granger for an …
Veterans Stand Down to offer plethora of resources
MOSES LAKE — Military veterans can get information about job opportunities and services, and shelterless veterans can get clothing and cold weather gear at the Veterans Stand Down and Resource Fair, 10 a.m. to 1 p.…
The Six Training Facility crew hopes to increase local opportunities, build success for youth baseball, softball
The Six Training Facility in Moses Lake started simply as an idea, but since tentatively opening its doors this spring, that dream has become a reality.
Gang-related graffiti rises in Moses Lake
“Taggings have increased significantly,” said Moses Lake Police Department Chief Kevin Fuhr.
Governor asks feds for medical staffing help; Samaritan sees severe challenges
Samaritan Hospital in Moses Lake hadn’t heard of any help on Monday.
Fundraising food: Traditional food carries on at Othello Fair
The Othello Fair has its share of tradition, and one of the big traditions is the food.
New mental health counselor at Samaritan
Angelica Eldred, a licensed mental health counselor, has joined the Behavioral Health department at Samaritan Healthcare.
Chiefs fall at home to Hanford
Moses Lake High School’s volleyball team finished its first full week of games of the season on Saturday at home, a loss, 3-1, to visiting Hanford High School.
Residents, developers voice concerns over proposed plan
A group of major property owners and developers believe the city of Moses Lake is not adequately preparing for future business development and housing needs as…
Othello derby draws a crowd: More drivers, more fans in the stands for demolition races
The smoke and dust has settled since the Othello Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) Rodeo’s Othello Demolition Derby on Wednesday night at the Adams…
Grand Coulee woman dies in single-vehicle rollover
A Grand Coulee woman died Saturday afternoon in a collision on state Route 155 near Castle Rock, according to the Washington State Patrol.