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Agreement reached in lawsuit by regional PUDs against federal government
EPHRATA — Three public utility districts who operate hydroelectric projects in the mid-Columbia River have settled…
Let freedom ring: Othello gathers for nation’s birthday celebration
OTHELLO — A sunny day, the nation’s birthday, a real chance to get out for the first time in 15 months – there were plenty of reasons to celebrate. And the Oth…
Mattawa reaches agreement with city’s former police chief
The Mattawa City Council approved and ratified Mattawa Mayor Maggie Celaya’s settlement agreement with former police chief Joe Harris during a city council meeting Thursday.
More than just a blast: Folks relish Freedom Fest, being together
MOSES LAKE — When asked about what the Fourth of July means, Moses Lake Freedom Fest attendees listed many different responses: honoring service members, celeb…
Othello water test project continues
OTHELLO — After about three months, most of the water pumped from an irrigation canal, treated and then pumped into the aquifer serving the city of Othello is staying put, which could give residents more water, if …
Basketball, volleyball return to Othello’s Independence Day celebration
OTHELLO — After a long absence, volleyball and three-on-three basketball returned to the Othello Independence Day celebration Saturday.
Warden man gets 23 years after guilty plea
SPOKANE — A Warden man has been sentenced to 23 years in federal prison after pleading guilty in late March to child sex trafficking and possession of child pornography, according to a news release from the U.S. De…
Fighting to save every drop of water
QUINCY — “Whiskey is for drinking, and water is for fighting.”
Riding home: Rodeo family returns for Coulee City Last Stand
Shane Proctor, of Grand Coulee, has ridden bulls in professional rodeos across the globe. Of them all, Coulee City PRCA Last Stand Rodeo was one of the most ne…
Grant County to test ballot counting system in run-up to August primary
EPHRATA — As voters across Grant County prepare to cast ballots in the Aug. 3 primary election, the Grant County Auditor’s Office is going to test the county’s…
Precautions necessary to avoid harmful effects of sun
Summer, with long days filled with sunshine. It’s so tempting to just soak it up, but that might not be the best idea.
Interviews set for district court judge candidates
EPHRATA — Grant County commissioners will interview five candidates for two open Grant County District Court positions Wednesday.
Grant County Jail escapee still on loose
A Grant County Jail inmate who escaped Sunday was apparently still on the loose Monday evening.
Celebrating independence
A red blast lights up the sky over Moses Lake during the Moses Lake Freedom Fest fireworks show Sunday night.
Freedom Fest: Moses Lake celebrates
Putting on a Freedom Fest this year wasn’t guaranteed until about four weeks ago.
Moses Lake OKs plan for transportation
The Moses Lake City Council recently approved the Transportation Improvement Program, a six-year plan including new pavement, intersection studies, several roa…