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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 …
Quincy police buy new uniforms
QUINCY — The Quincy City Council approved spending $9,903 for new uniforms for its police officers.
Soap Lake school board selects superintendent candidates
SOAP LAKE — The Soap Lake school board members are selecting a new district superintendent on March 8.
Security at Grant County Courthouse to be examined
EPHRATA — A committee looking at improving security at the Grant County Courthouse is restarting.
FERC opposes Crescent Bar residents
EPHRATA — The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) acknowledged having people live on Crescent Bar Island is against its policies, according to a March …
Moses Lake to hold executive session
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake City Council is holding an executive session meeting tonight at 5 p.m. in the council chambers.
Soap Lake hires school district superintendent
SOAP LAKE — After months of searching, the Soap Lake school board members found a new superintendent.
Grant PUD starts archeology
EPHRATA — Work on 914 archeology sites within Grant County PUD’s Priest Rapids Project begins this month.
Ephrata project expected to start in the spring
EPHRATA — The third phase of Ephrata’s road and water pipe replacement project is expected to start in April or May.
State finds issues with Grant County financial reports
EPHRATA — State auditors found problems with Grant County’s financial reports and are in the process of issuing findings.
Moses Lake talks about retail stores
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake City Council discussed the lack of retail shopping in the city and what could be done to attract retailers.
Quincy train crossing blockage questioned
QUINCY — A decision to allow a train to block Columbia Way, drew questions and concerns at the last Quincy City Council meeting.
Othello appoints newest councilmember
OTHELLO — Charles Garcia was appointed as the newest member to the Othello City Council.
Othello listens to council hopefuls
OTHELLO — Othello City Council questioned a panel of hopeful council appointees to determine who would be the best fit for the seat vacated by John Reneau.
Mosquito district asks Othello for support
OTHELLO — The Adams County Mosquito Control District asked Othello City Council to support them in contesting a proposed state permitting process.
Bill would spur business growth
COLUMBIA BASIN — A bill allowing a temporary sales tax exemption for server farms’ equipment would likely bring more business and property tax revenue to Grant County.