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Air stagnation advisory issued for Grant County, eastern Washington
MOSES LAKE — Despite all that bright sun and clear skies, air quality has deteriorated and will remain the same in the next few days.
Police records for 11/30-12/1
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School district sets timeline for sex ed curriculum
OTHELLO — Othello School District has established a timeline for implementation of a comprehensive sexual health education curriculum as mandated by the state Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction. The…
Ten more COVID-19 deaths reported, seven from local eldercare facilities
Ten deaths related to COVID-19 were reported in Grant County on Thursday, bringing the total to 54, according to Grant County Health District.
Part time animal control, walking path part of 2021 Warden budget
WARDEN — Work on Warden’s sewer system, a new walking path from Sandy Way to East First Street and a fourth police officer are among the projects in the city’s 2021 budget.
Grant County COVID-19 cases up to 5,181 Wednesday
The total number of reported COVID-19 cases Wednesday in Grant County was 5,181, up from 4,629 Nov. 23.
December starts out dry
According to preliminary data from the National Weather Service, the first 11 months of the year have left the area a bit dry.
Small businesses can apply for up to $20,000 in grants
Small businesses impacted by COVID-19 can apply by Dec. 11 for up to $20,000 in a new round of $50 million in state Working Washington grants.
Eight more die from COVID-19 in Grant County
Eight more Grant County residents died from COVID-19, the Grant County Health District reported Wednesday, bringing the total deaths to 44.
Grant County Sheriff's Office warns of phone scam involving deputy impersonator
Residents should be aware “someone is impersonating a deputy and demanding money over the phone,” according to the Grant County Sheriff’s Office.
Arranged connections: Flowers allowing people to stay in touch during pandemic
MOSES LAKE — It’s been a bad year to get together with family and friends. The coronavirus pandemic has made the normal summer barbecues and family Thanksgiv…
Maria Celaya appointed new Mattawa mayor
MATTAWA — Maria Celaya, formerly a member of the Mattawa City Council, was appointed mayor of Mattawa last month.
'Christmas Miracle on Main Street' in Othello this weekend
OTHELLO — The Christmas season will be commemorated with a parade, fireworks, lighting the community tree and a food and toy drive at the “Christmas Miracle on Main Street” celebration Saturday in Othello.
Othello physician had an impact on many lives
OTHELLO — Richard Bunch was a part of life -- from birth to death -- in Othello for more than half a century. Bunch, who died Nov. 10 at 84 years of age, was a…
Police records for 12/1
Police records for 12/1