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LETTER: Numbers matter
The Moses Lake School District's report card from the (Washington) Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction …
LETTER: FBI director disrespected sacred site
The Pearl Harbor Memorial is not a tourist attraction. It is not a playground. It is not a place for thrill seeking or “exclusive experiences.” It is a burial …
LETTER: City council should value museum
As concerned, involved members of the community we were surprised, and troubled, to see the 04.16.26 Columbia Basin Herald news article depicting how low the Moses Lake City Council members ranked the Moses Lake Mu…
LETTER: Cut to Pre-K disturbing; however...
Your article regarding a 25% cut to Pre-K programs was disturbing and prompted me to do further research. Supt. Chris Reykdal (D), whom I voted for, blames Democrats in the Legislature and Gov. Bob Ferguson (D).…
Celebrating National Library Week
What brings you joy? For me, it’s driving through our beautiful region to visit our branch libraries, serving ice cream at the Peshastin Library’s annual summe…
A LETTER FROM THE PUBLISHER: Why local journalism matters more than ever
There are moments when it’s worth taking a step back and asking a basic question. What really keeps a community united? Is it our schools, our businesses, o…
LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: One final word...
Four and a half years ago, I took a job that didn’t turn out as I expected. I accepted a position as a reporter with the Columbia Basin Herald, thinking that I…
The high cost of Olympia’s hidden utility tax
Washingtonians are living through a relentless affordability crisis. From the grocery aisle to the gas pump, the cost of living has moved from “concerning” to …
Board of County Commissioners of Grant County Proclamation
Whereas, New Hope is committed to eliminating all forms of sexual violence through education and community action across Grant County;
Proclaiming care for survivors
Child Abuse Prevention Month
COLUMN: Looking ahead toward Easter
A few weeks ago I wrote a story about local Lenten observances that got me to thinking: What is it about this time of year?
COLUMN: Soaring fuel, fertilizer prices hammer farms already struggling
Jason Vander Kooy, family dairy farmer and Save Family Farming Vice President, issued the following statement regarding spikes in fuel and fertilizer prices fo…
LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: Concerns about the SAVE Act
There’s a lot of talk right now about the SAVE Act, a proposal in the other Washington with the fancy buildings and national museums to ensure only qualified A…
LETTER: Thank you for building community
I would like to thank you for the coverage of YMCA in the Columbia Basin Herald.
COLUMN: The 2026 Winter Paralympics are on, it’s time for credit where it’s due
The Winter Paralympics don’t ease you in. They don’t warm up. They don’t politely ask for your attention. They explode onto the ice at full speed, led by athle…