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Mattawa to work on sewer, water projects in 2026
MATTAWA — The city of Mattawa has budgeted to spend about $200,000 more in its current expense (general) fund in 2…
Othello School Board approves transgender student policy
OTHELLO — Training will be offered to Othello School District personnel and students around issues dealing with gay and transgender students. The training will be scheduled as part of a new district policy on gay a…
Legals for October, 14 2020
Mattawa Community Clinic pays back Grant County debt
Even with the challenges presented by the coronavirus outbreak, one Grant County medical facility has paid back the money it owed the county and is operating at a profit.
Old Hotel to hold annual auction online
The annual Old Hotel Art Gallery auction is being held with a twist this year - it is being held fully online.
Tree planted to honor Royal City volunteer
The wife, daughter and granddaughter of longtime Royal City farmer and volunteer “Ike” Parker planted a tree in the Royal City Park in his honor on Wednesday, …
Fall Festival draws visitors from all over to Othello
OTHELLO — Anthony Arnea didn’t plan on spending a Saturday wandering around the County Cousins corn maze with his family.
Othello Chamber to host city-wide farmers market
The Othello Chamber of Commerce will be hosting an all-city farmers market this Saturday, Oct. 10. Instead of being held in one location, the market will be held at various businesses around Othello.
Second hearing to be scheduled on Grant County landfill fees
EPHRATA — The Grant County Commissioners will schedule a second public hearing, with the date and time to be determined, on a proposal to raise the fee to dump…
Grant, Adams county communities receive development grants
OLYMPIA — Six communities across the Columbia Basin are among the recipients of $10.8 million in Community Development Block Grants announced Monday by the Washington State Department of Commerce.
Mule deer season opens Oct. 17
OLYMPIA — One of the many signs of fall is hunting season - a lot of different hunting seasons, actually. Most general hunting seasons are scheduled to open in October
Othello city officials to look at water-sewer rate study
OTHELLO — Othello City Council members will be considering a study of water and sewer rates.
Mattawa City Council approves uses for CARES Act monies
The Mattawa City Council approved several uses for the money they are receiving from the CARES Act during their online meeting on Thursday, Oct. 1.
Xi Beta Xi to sponsor fundraiser for Othello Food Bank
OTHELLO — A local women’s group will sponsor a fundraiser for the Othello Food Bank Oct. 13. Xi Beta Xi will be collecting food and money donations from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. out in front of the food bank, 949 East Mai…
X-ray services added to Connell clinic
CONNELL — The Columbia Basin Health Association has added x-ray services to its Connell clinic.
A new chapter after 30 years of service at Wahluke School District
Longtime Wahluke School District employee Alicia Cantu retired recently after three decades of service to the kids and community of Mattawa and was presented w…