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Design of Othello’s water storage project begins this summer
OTHELLO — The city of Othello has received about $1.5 million in grants for its continuing project to pump and tre…
Senate approves Warnick's bill for more tasting rooms
OLYMPIA — The state Senate has approved legislation sponsored by 13th District Sen. Judy Warnick that would expand the number of tasting rooms small wineries can operate from two to four.
Democrat education plan would greatly help Wahluke Schools
OLYMPIA — The House Democrats’ education plan, if passed, could bring an additional $1,200 to local school districts, with the biggest increase in Wahluke School District.
Sen. Judy Warnick's legislation would help cattle industry
OLYMPIA — Sen. Judy Warnick’s legislation to have air-quality rules treat cattle feedlots the same as other agricultural operations was approved on Feb. 28 by the state Senate.
Warnick bill would beef up state's cattle industry
OLYMPIA — The state Senate approved legislation from 13th District Sen. Judy Warnick that would help promote the state’s beef industry.
After 15 years as volunteers, couple still excited about sandhill cranes
OTHELLO — Chris and Kurt Braunwart have volunteered 15 years at the Sandhill Crane Festival, which will celebrate its 20th anniversary on March 24-26 in and ar…
State qualifier, freshman star to lead Othello Huskies golf
OTHELLO — Othello senior Ben Garza qualified for the Washington 2A state golf tournament in 2016 and returns to lead the Huskie boys golf team this season.
Agritourism bill passed by Senate
OLYMPIA — The state Senate approved Senate Bill 5808, sponsored by 13th District Sen. Judy Warnick, chair of the Senate agriculture committee, that would limit liability for ranchers and farmers engaged in agritour…
Family support program up for consideration in Othello recently
OTHELLO — An effort is underway in Othello to start a new non-profit organization that would help kids and families prepare for school, and what comes after graduation.
New Husky baseball coach Sunny Garza wins opener
OTHELLO — Arcenio Martinez dug in against Bellingham reliever Joe Knutson in the bottom of the ninth with one out and Gage Pruneda representing the winning run…
Volunteers clean up Othello streets
OTHELLO — Spearheaded by the Othello Beautification Committee, volunteers started sprucing up the community of Othello last Saturday, just ahead of spring and …
Council member resigns, two ask for open position
MATTAWA — Mattawa City Council member Betty Webster resigned her seat at the March 2 meeting of the Council, and two residents have presented letters of interest.
Research showcase to offer educational opportunity on farm worker health issues
Public health researchers will be showcasing some interactive exhibits in Granger on Friday so the community can learn about their work addressing agricultural health issues in the Yakima Valley.
Othello tennis to be strong at girls singles, boys doubles
OTHELLO — It hasn’t been on the court much so far this spring, but the Othello tennis team is ready to roll when the weather does clear.
Legals March 15, 2017
Notice of Rescheduled Public Hearing City of Othello Hearings Examiner - Sagestone 8th Addition Plat Notice is hereby given that the Hearing Examiner for the City of Othello will hold a public hearing to consider a…
Former farm worker to speak about grape growing at the Toyota Center
MATTAWA — Miguel Rodriguez was just another farm worker when he started with Sagemoor Farms in Pasco in 1979. He is now one of the most respected grape growers…