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Q&A: Martinez, Thompson outline priorities for 13th District
EPHRATA — As Election Day approaches, voters across Central Washington's sprawling 13th Legislative District will …
QHS student nominated for AI award
WENATCHEE — A Quincy High School student is one of 15 finalists for the NCW Tech Alliance Innovator Awards, according to an announcement from NCW Tech Alliance…
Washington gas prices continue October decline, but remain well above year-ago levels
MOSES LAKE — Washington drivers are paying less at the pump than they were at the start of October, continuing a gradual decline from the record-setting prices…
Cost of employer-sponsored health insurance plans rises again, nonpartisan survey finds
WASHINGTON — The price health insurance companies charge for employer-sponsored plans increased again this year, as did the deductible many people must pay bef…
Martinez, Thompson emphasize affordability, local control in 13th District forum
EPHRATA — Republican candidates Deanna Martinez and Joshua Thompson discussed affordability, housing, water and government regulation during a candidate forum …
Dent, Garcia outline contrasting visions at forum
EPHRATA — Incumbent Republican Rep. Tom Dent and Democratic challenger Juan “Jerry” Garcia offered contrasting approaches to taxes, health care and state gover…
Duresky emphasizes health care, immigration reform at candidate forum
EPHRATA — Democratic candidate John Duresky told voters Wednesday that protecting health care, reforming immigration policy and restoring trust in government w…
Gas prices ease slightly in Washington, lower prices predicted in 2027
MOSES LAKE — Gasoline prices continue to edge lower in Washington state, Grant County and Adams County, offering motorists modest relief after reaching record …
Advocates debate merits of repealing Washington’s new high-earner income tax
The fall election is a test of the new 9.9% state income tax on households that bring in more than $1 million a year. Initiative 645 aims to overturn the tax b…
Citizen panel rejects pay hike for WA governor
Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson, who did not offer raises to thousands of state workers in recent contract talks, will not get one himself for the next two years,…
Candidates discuss rural priorities, budget concerns at forum
MOSES LAKE — Candidates in three races representing the 13th Legislative District and Washington’s 4th Congressional District shared their views on agriculture…
Washington fuel prices ease slightly but remain among nation's highest
MOSES LAKE — Gasoline prices in Washington declined slightly over the past week, but motorists across the state continue to pay some of the highest fuel prices…
Allegations of racial bias swirl around embattled WA agency
The leader of Washington’s Department of Children, Youth and Families was questioned this week about her agency’s commitment to equity amid allegations of raci…
WA COLLEGE SPORTS SCHEDULE: Oct. 8-15, 2026
MOSES LAKE — In the college world, the second half of the season is underway for some while others are preparing for their season to begin. Check out where you…
WA officials consider steep cut to developmental disability services
A Washington state agency has floated cutting services for more than 2,600 residents with developmental disabilities with the goal of saving money to close a l…