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Soap Lake City Council establishes performance-based pay for mayor
SOAP LAKE — The Soap Lake City Council voted unanimously Monday to adopt a new performance-based salary range for …
Grant County announces snow removal and sanding guidelines
MOSES LAKE – Grant County Public Works has announced its snow plowing and sanding protocols in preparation for the winter season through a statement from Grant…
Wahluke falls to Tri-Cities Prep in home opener
MATTAWA — The Wahluke Warriors (0-1) were defeated 46-24 in their home opener by the Tri-Cities Prep Jaguars. Despite the loss, Head Coach Makai Hirai said he …
WA COLLEGIATE SPORTS SCHEDULE: Dec. 5-12, 2025
MOSES LAKE — College athletes head deeper into the winter season as the remaining fall teams prepare for deeper runs in the post season. See where your favorit…
From overtime thriller to championship stage
ROYAL CITY — On Friday, the No. 1 seed Royal Knights (12-0) will travel to Husky Stadium to play the No. 2 seed Cashmere Bulldogs (11-1) in the 1A state champi…
Lions open the season 2-0
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Christian Academy/Covenant Christian School Lions got off to a strong start to their season taking two home games against Touchet a…
Lions’ Ferguson hits 1K points in win over Entiat
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Christian Academy/Covenant Christian School Lions basketball team earned a statement 75-29 win in their season opener against Entia…
COLUMN: A moment of gratitude during conflict
At the time of writing, the Moses Lake Education Association is on its third day of striking as they work toward an agreement with the Moses Lake School Distri…
The Floral Cottage opens in Ephrata
EPHRATA — The Floral Cottage, a new floral design shop owned by Liz Graaff, held its open house Monday, drawing members of the community to celebrate the launc…
Local organizations collect Christmas presents for children
MOSES LAKE — There’s a lot of talk about the true meaning of Christmas, but it’s hard to deny that one of the best parts is seeing children open their new toys.
Sparkles and Confetti can fill your home with holiday joy
MOSES LAKE — Sparkles, left, and Confetti, right are both up for adoption at Grant County Animal Outreach. These two pups are perfectly wonderful at bringing h…
‘People connector’
MOSES LAKE — Allan Peterson is hanging it up after more than two decades of helping the little guy find success. “(We) really appreciate all that he has do…
Gathered in Gratitude brings in $70,000 for McKay Healthcare
SOAP LAKE – Around 90 people Gathered in Gratitude for a fundraising event for McKay Healthcare and Rehab Center, raising nearly $70,000 for the long term care…
Moses Lake resident interrupts burglary in her garage
MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake resident came face to face with a burglar early Wednesday morning at her residence near the 100 block of South Division Avenue. Moses…
Moses Lake Police logs as of Dec. 3, 2025
The reports below were provided by the Moses Lake Police Department. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Grant County Jail logs as of Dec. 3, 2025
The reports below were provided by the Grant County Sheriff’s Office. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.