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Soap Lake finance director, attorney resign
SOAP LAKE — The City of Soap Lake received two resignation letters, one from Finance Director Jeff Balentine and o…
Imagination Library saved by OSPI funding
OLYMPIA — Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library will continue to lead children to reading in Washington. The Imagination Library of Washington announced Wedne…
Narcan machine removed from Moses Lake library
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Library will no longer have a Narcan vending machine within the building. “We didn't decide to move the machine,” North Centra…
WA may have to dip into emergency reserves, despite historic tax increases
(The Center Square) – Despite passing the largest tax increase in state history amid record revenue levels, Washington state’s wallet may be empty by the end o…
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 on farming, Representative Tom Dent, R-Moses…
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…
'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…
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…
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…
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 …
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…