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Grant County Treasurer retires after 4 decades
EPHRATA — For Darryl Pheasant, it’s always been about the details. “He knew how everything worked,” said Grant …
New law provides protection for hot car rescues
OLYMPIA — The Washington State Legislature has passed House Bill 1046, which grants immunity from civil liability for those who forcibly enter a locked vehicle…
Gas prices drop in Grant, Adams, rise nationally
MOSES LAKE – Gas prices in Grant County, Adams County and Washington State saw a slight decrease. At the national level, there was around a two-cent increase f…
Cougars victorious in weekend series over Air Force
PULLMAN – Washington State baseball (17-29) posted a 10-2 series-clinching win over Air Force (18-30) at Bailey-Brayton Field Sunday afternoon, according to a …
Wins and losses: WA legislative leaders share takeaways on this year's session
(The Center Square) – Three days after sine die, caucus leaders from both sides of the aisle in the Washington State Legislature are reflecting on wins and los…
New legislation updates laws for working minors in WA
DUPONT— Washington State Governor Bob Ferguson recently signed Senate Bill 1644 into law, establishing enhanced safety and health regulations for minors employ…
Four 'Cats Named All-GNAC
PORTLAND, Ore. – Four Central Washington University Softball student-athletes were honored by the Great Northwest Athletic Conference for their hard work and d…
CWU Crimson and Black game this Saturday
ELLENSBURG – Central Washington University Football will host its 2025 Crimson and Black Spring Game this Saturday, May 3 at noon on Steve Hertling Field at To…
WA Legislature passes Rainier School closure bill that includes new transition plans
(The Center Square) – Outside of budget negotiations, one of the bills that dominated Washington state lawmakers' attention during the 2025 legislative session…
Eastern track’s strong performance builds momentum
PULLMAN – The Eastern Washington University Eagles wrapped up a successful weekend at the Cougar Classic, with standout performances in the field events settin…
Cougs conclude weekend series against Fresno State
FRESNO, Calif. — Washington State wrapped up its series at first-place Fresno State dropping an 11-1 contest Sunday afternoon, according to a statement by Wash…
Gonzaga suffers close loss to Oregon State
CORVALLIS, Oregon – The Gonzaga Bulldogs (18-18) fell to .500 after a competitive 4-3 loss to third ranked Oregon State (31-7) after battling it out through 12…
Yakima man arrested on suspicion of drug trafficking
GRANT COUNTY — A Yakima man was arrested on possession of fentanyl and methamphetamines with intent to deliver during a traffic stop April 18.
WIAA votes against trans athlete policy changes
RENTON – The Washington Interscholastic Activities Association completed a vote on several different amendments, including two regarding transgender athletes. …
Three bills for rural communities pass the legislature, signed by governor
OLYMPIA — Gov. Bob Ferguson signed 35 bills into law Monday including three pieces of legislation sponsored by Rep. Tom Dent, R-Moses Lake. Dent’s bills includ…
WA House Finance Committee gives do-pass recommendation to three tax bills
(The Center Square) – With the session winding down, the House Finance Committee on Tuesday advanced three tax bills out of executive session, giving them a do…