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Updated 1 day, 23 hours ago

Some progress for ag in 2025 legislative session, Dent says

MOSES LAKE — While some progress has been made on revising the state’s Climate Commitment Act to reduce its impact…

Updated 4 days ago
Ybarra bill designed to make it easier to fulfill demands for electricity, transmission

OLYMPIA — A bill co-sponsored by 13th District Rep. Alex Ybarra, R-Quincy, will make it easier for public entities to enter into agreements with private or oth…

Updated 5 days, 23 hours ago
'No Kings' protest goes off peacefully in Moses Lake on Saturday

MOSES LAKE – Around 330 people lined East Broadway Avenue and North Stratford Road Saturday for a “No Kings” protest, according to Grant County Democrat Vice C…

Updated 6 days ago
U.S. Army parade draws crowd

WASHINGTON D.C. - About 6,600 soldiers marched in a parade celebrating the U.S. Army’s 250th birthday Saturday on what is not only the Army’s birthday, but Pre…

Updated 1 week ago
Grant GOP discusses selection of prosecuting attorney

EPHRATA – Members of the Grant County Republican Party gathered for their monthly meeting for June last Thursday. The main topic of discussion was organizing for the upcoming selection for the open seat for prosecu…

Updated 1 week, 1 day ago
Proposed TRIO cuts to impact around 1,300 BBCC students

MOSES LAKE – Big Bend Community College held its monthly board of trustees meeting last Thursday. They discussed their meeting with Congressman Dan Newhouse’s …

Updated 2 weeks, 2 days ago
WA use-of-force database up and running

OLYMPIA — The Washington State Attorney General’s Office has announced the official launch of the Washington State Data Exchange for Public Safety, after sever…

Updated 2 weeks, 4 days ago
Gas prices drop slightly in Adams Co., WA and nationally

MOSES LAKE – Gas prices this week saw a slight decline in Adams County, Washington and nationally compared to last week, according to AAA. However, in Grant Co…

Updated 3 weeks ago
WA Democrats: GOP Medicaid cuts would gut $2B, threaten coverage for 274K

(The Center Square) - U.S. Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., said Tuesday that 274,000 Washington state residents could lose healthcare coverage if Republicans appro…

Updated 3 weeks, 3 days ago
Special filing period for Adams Co. offices coming

RITZVILLE — A three-day special filing period will be announced for Adams County elective offices that didn’t attract candidates during the filing week earlier…

Updated 3 weeks, 3 days ago
New WA law granting unemployment benefits to striking workers draws praise, concern

(The Center Square) – Depending on who you ask, Engrossed Senate Bill 5041 – signed into law by Gov. Bob Ferguson earlier this week – is either a much-needed s…

Updated 3 weeks, 3 days ago
Applications sought for Grant County Prosecutor

EPHRATA — Applications are being accepted through June 13 from qualified attorneys for the job of Grant County Prosecutor. Incumbent Kevin McCrae announced his…

Updated 4 weeks, 1 day ago
U.S. House passes Trump-endorsed budget reconciliation bill

(The Center Square) – Republicans in the U.S. House Thursday morning passed the multi-trillion dollar budget reconciliation bill after more than a day of debat…

Updated 1 month ago
Moses Lake SD business manager candidate forum tonight

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake School District patrons are being invited to talk to – and give their opinions about – finalists for the job of MLSD business manager tonight at 4 p.m. at the district’s transportation offic…

Updated 1 month ago
‘Largest tax increase in state history’

(The Center Square) – Gov. Bob Ferguson rejected a wealth tax from fellow Democrats this session and repeatedly said he would look for budget savings, but on T…