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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…
Moses Lake police investigate alleged homicide, seek public’s help
Moses Lake police are investigating the alleged homicide of a 21-year-old Moses Lake man found dead Wednesday with a gunshot wound to the head, according to a …
A morning like no other: A personal account of that fateful day in New York City
It’s hard to believe it’s been 20 years.
Hospitals, health district deal with COVID-19 surge
MOSES LAKE — Regional hospitals are dealing with an influx of patients with COVID-19, according to information from Samaritan Healthcare of Moses Lake and Conf…
In-person Walk to End Alzheimer’s to return
MOSES LAKE — Online registration is open for the annual Columbia Basin Walk to End Alzheimer’s, scheduled for 12:30 p.m. Sunday at Moses Lake High School, 803 …
Opening a subdivision in Quincy
Othello-based real estate developer Angel Garza cuts the ribbon while Imagine Realty Group owner Jesse Dominguez looks on Thursday, as the two inaugurate the P…
Hospital deals with COVID-19 surge
Samaritan’s chief medical officer, Dr. Andrea Carter, will have a free Zoom discussion at 10 a.m. Friday for anyone.
A morning like no other: Local veteran remembers confusion, emotion of Sept. 11
OTHELLO — Aaron Garza was standing post that Tuesday morning.
Counts for COVID-19 continue
MOSES LAKE — The count of COVID-19 cases in the area continues, although the figures can differ depending where and when one looks.
State mandate extends to 4-H volunteers, drawing objections
OLYMPIA — The requirement that all 4-H volunteers be vaccinated against COVID-19 by Oct. 18 has some legislators concerned about the future of the program.
DOH watches capacity as hospitalizations rise
The Washington State Department of Health said Wednesday it is watching hospital capacity across the state and addressing the need to stretch health care resources
Sip & Stroll rescheduled over safety concerns
MOSES LAKE — COVID-19 concerns have led to a decision to cancel this year’s Sip & Stroll event scheduled for Saturday.
Community Concert series returns for 67th season
The Central Basin Community Concert Association returns with its 67th season of performances 7 p.m. Friday with the Shea-Kim Duo at Moses Lake Alliance Church.
Groff Elementary School officials cut ribbon
MOSES LAKE — Opening day at Vicki Groff Elementary School found the place full of kids and teachers, as well as a few electricians and landscapers putting the …
Puppers’ play place: Royal City girl working to build dog park
ROYAL CITY — Nine-year-old Kristi Jenks is working on a project to give Royal City something she thinks it needs.
A morning like no other: Three local people reflect on the events of Sept. 11, 2001
Editor’s note: This is the first in a planned series commemorating 9/11. What started as any other Tuesday 20 years ago quickly shifted in the morning hours t…