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Warriors look to build leadership, consistency this fall
MATTAWA — When the Wahluke Warriors (2-8) take the field this season, they plan to focus on finishing games, susta…
BASIN EVENTS CALENDAR: April 2026
COLUMBIA BASIN — April is almost here, with all the flowers, singing birds and – hopefully – sunshine that comes with it. Here are a few things to get you out …
Seed Cupboard goes on a growth spurt
ROYAL CITY — Seed Cupboard is going big. “We’ve extended our tree section,” said owner Lisa Villegas. “We’ve been able to hold about 1,000 trees ... and we…
Samaritan posts operating loss for first two months of 2026
MOSES LAKE — Samaritan Healthcare posted net revenue losses in January and February, and while hospital officials anticipated some red ink, the losses were lar…
Grant County home prices 8th lowest in the state
MOSES LAKE — Grant County had the eighth-lowest median home price in Washington’s 39 counties as of March 5, according to data released March 13 by real estate…
WEATHER: March 27-April 2, 2026
Friday: Increasing clouds, with a high near 58. North wind 5 -7 mph becoming southeast in the afternoon. Mostly cloudy at night. Low around 37. South wind arou…
LRS assistant tennis coach arrested in student sex-case
RITZVILLE — Former Lind-Ritzville/Sprague assistant tennis coach and Sprague High School teacher Madeline Gregory Scoon, 29, was arrested on March 16 for havin…
Vikings split doubleheader with Wenatchee Valley
MOSES LAKE — The Big Bend Community College Vikings (8-12) split their home doubleheader against Wenatchee Valley in the first game of conference play for the …
Basin libraries events for April 2026
COLUMBIA BASIN — If you thought libraries were just a place to look for books, you’re in for a surprise. Check out these activities at libraries in Grant and A…
Tigers recognized for achievements in state competitions
EPHRATA — State competitors were recognized for their achievements during the Ephrata School District board meeting Monday evening. Several teams throughout th…
Last bill sponsored by Warnick signed into law
YAKIMA — The final bill sponsored by longtime 13th District Senator Judy Warnick, R-Moses Lake, was signed into law by Gov. Bob Ferguson Friday. The legislatio…
GCFD 7 ceremony promotes captains, medical service officers
SOAP LAKE — Four Grant County Fire District 7 firefighters officially received five promotions Friday, according to Chief Erick Brittain.
Ephrata PD: No verified cougar sightings despite online claims
EPHRATA — The Ephrata Police Department received information via social media regarding a possible cougar sighting in the southeast portion of Ephrata. However, after investigating the posts, Captain Troy Froewiss …
WEATHER: March 26-April 1, 2026
Thursday: Sunny, with a high near 52. Southwest wind 9-11 mph. Mostly clear that night, with a low around 31. Southwest wind 5-10 mph becoming light and variab…
Soap Lake allocates tourism funds, discusses contractors
SOAP LAKE — The Soap Lake City Council on Tuesday approved $52,350 in tourism funding for 2026 events and signaled its intent to contract with both Kovach Arch…
Study recommends city keep MLFD
MOSES LAKE — As of now, the city of Moses Lake would be best served by keeping its own fire department, planning to accommodate additional demand and financial…