Boys & Girls Club to offer free summer meals

MOSES LAKE — The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Columbia Basin will be offering breakfast and lunch for children again this summer. And this time, they’re offering it in more places. “We’re doubling our location sites,” said Cecily Hendricks, director of operations for the club. Breakfast and lunch will be served at the McGraw Clubhouse and North and Midway elementary schools, according to an announcement from the club. Lunch only will be served at Lakeview, Maple Grove and Doolittle parks. They’re free to any child 2-18 years old; there’s no need to be a Club member, the announcement said. Parents can pick up meals for their children by filling out a form. Because Moses Lake qualifies as rural, the meals don’t have to be eaten onsite.

Biggest Spring Fest yet comes off without a hitch

MOSES LAKE — Sometimes, everything just comes together. This year’s Moses Lake Spring Fest was one of those times. “This is the smoothest event we’ve had since I’ve been a part of it,” said Board President Sean Sallis. “Everything just seemed to be clicking on all cylinders. It got kind of crazy, but the flow was great, from the parade to the 3-on-3 (basketball tournament) to the fun run.”

Boo, a not so scary pup looking for a home

SOAP LAKE – Despite Boo’s name, he actually is more likely to be startled by you than vice versa. He is a gentle giant that takes a second to warm up to people but as soon as he does, he is a giant cuddler. He does not do great with other pups, so he would prefer it if he was the only king in the castle. He is neutered, vaccinated and ready for you to fill out his application at RockBottomRocker.org. For those who can’t adopt but would like to help a local shelter, visit the website and click “donate.” The shelter is currently in the process of moving from one location to another, so any funds would be helpful.

Downtown streets lined for Spring Fest parades

MOSES LAKE — A seemingly endless line snaked through downtown Moses Lake Saturday: fire trucks, businesses, political candidates, bands, dancers – all part of the Spring Fest Grand Parade.

Volunteers, police make big difference at Spring Fest

MOSES LAKE — This year’s Moses Lake Spring Fest came off better than usual, in large part because of lots of community involvement, organizers said. “We welcome everyone in our community to come and volunteer,” Spring Fest Board Member Lori Valdez said. “But this year, we had a lot of people step up and volunteer that we’ve never had before, and that was very nice.” Nearly 200 people came out to help with the various activities at the festival, according to Board President Sean Sallis. The Fun Run alone had 60 volunteers, he said. There were 30 volunteers helping with the beer garden, 45 for the 3-on-3 basketball tournament and 11 for the parade. “One little boy was helping us put tape on the basketball court,” Sallis said. “He was like 4 years old, and he wanted to help lay tape. It’s just a picture of our community.”

Legals for May, 29 2025

Firefighters battling Second Creek Fire near Leavenworth

LEAVENWORTH — Firefighters are currently battling the Second Creek Fire, which began on Monday and has scorched an estimated 64.1 acres, according to a report from the Southeast Washington Type-3 Incident Management Team.

Building permits for May 30, 2025

City of Moses Lake, April 2025

Louzena Muriel Tebow

1933 — 2025

Louzena Muriel Wingerd Tebow, what a beautiful name, for a beautiful lady. She was born in Bliss, Idaho on December 31, 1933.

John Lee Perdue

July 21, 1945 — April 27, 2025

The family and friends of John Lee Perdue are saddened to announce his death in Moses Lake, Washington, where he lived since 1984 in a home that he built with his wife, Mary Lou Cruz, who he married in 1968. Mary Lou preceded him in death in 2007.

Big Sky Now: Big Sky to big leagues, NFL draft surprises and pro potential

We break down where the top Big Sky Conference football stars landed in the NFL and CFL drafts — and what it means for their professional futures.

Back on the water

Volunteer time, labor and materials crucial to bringing fountain back to Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE — Around the Columbia Basin there are certain signs that summer is coming – crews start pumping water into local pools, “roadwork ahead” signs start popping up – and the fountain in Moses Lake has been a reliable sign of summer for decades. It’s also a sign, not as much fun, that winter is coming when the fountain is pulled out of the lake.

GALLERY: Lots of cool vehicles, different interests at Spring Festival car show

MOSES LAKE — Just as every recipe will be at least a little different depending on the cook, said Angel Mora, Moses Lake, so too is every truck – or car or tractor or motorcycle – different depending on the owner. “You can make it, but it won’t be the same as everybody else’s,” Angel Mora said.

Grant County burn ban to begin Sunday

MOSES LAKE — As temperatures rise and vegetation dries out, Grant County is about to start its annual burn ban beginning June 1, a measure designed to minimize the risk of wildfires during the summer months. The ban will continue until Sept. 30, encompassing all unincorporated areas of the county. According to the National Interagency Fire Center, more than 85% of wildfires in the United States are caused by human activity, highlighting the significance of preventative measures. This year, local officials are particularly concerned about the forecasted increase in wildfire activity due to hotter and drier weather conditions

Basin marks National EMS Week

MOSES LAKE — May 18-24 was National EMS Week, a time to honor emergency medical personnel, according to an announcement from the Moses Lake Fire Department.

Legals for May, 28 2025

Mattawa man killed when car rolls

OTHELLO — A Mattawa man was killed when he was ejected from his car when it drifted off the roadway and rolled early Tuesday morning. Sergio Corrales, 52, was driving south on state Route 243 about 10 miles west of Mattawa when his car drifted off the road, according to a statement from the Washington State Patrol. Corrales overcorrected and drove back across the road. His car rolled, coming to rest on its top. The incident occurred about 3:45 a.m. Corrales was not wearing a seatbelt, the WSP statement said. His passenger, Sonia Corrales, 53, also was not wearing a seatbelt and was ejected. She was transported to Kadlec Regional Medical Center in Richland.

Port of Moses Lake opens new maintenance facility

MOSES LAKE — Port of Moses Lake commissioners cut the ribbon Monday on the new maintenance facility completed this spring.

Drills help people prepare for WA wildfire season

(The Center Square) – When the only way out of a heavily treed neighborhood on a normal weekday is called “Malfunction Junction,” wildfire preparedness is essential. A fire evacuation drill on Saturday morning, May 3, put the intersection of 14th and Lindeke Street in Spokane through a test of emergency systems.

High gas, food prices didn't alter Memorial Day plans for millions of Americans

(The Center Square) - On this Memorial Day 2025, America honors and remembers the men and women who have died serving their country. The holiday also marks the unofficial start of summer with backyard cookouts and road trips.