Fauci presents his personal virus model to Smithsonian

WASHINGTON (AP) — Dr. Anthony Fauci, the face of the U.S. government’s pandemic response, has donated his personal 3D model of the COVID-19 virus to the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History.

Avenatti's trial over Stormy Daniels book funds set for 2022

NEW YORK (AP) — A trial for Michael Avenatti to face charges that he cheated ex-client Stormy Daniels out of proceeds from her book was delayed Friday until next year.

Mattawa has a new administrative contact

The city of Mattawa has a new administrative assistant, having recently hired Norma Avalos to fill the position. Avalos will be the community’s main point of contact with city and law enforcement administrations, and will help get out the word out about upcoming events and programs.

Stanley L. Forest June 14, 1926 – October 9, 2016

Stanley L. Forest, Royal Slope farming pioneer, passed away on Oct. 9 at his home in Mesa, Ariz. Born on June 14, 1926, in Colorado, he moved with his family to southern Idaho as a child and started farming with his dad. As he got older he began to farm himself. In the early ’50s he joined the army and served during the Korean conflict. After his tour of duty, he settled in the Columbia Basin and resumed farming and land-leveling in Eltopia and Royal City.

Seahawks sign K Sebastian Janikowski, QB Stephen Morris

RENTON, Wash. (AP) — The Seattle Seahawks are hoping Sebastian Janikowski can solve their kicking issues.

Dan Newhouse announces bid for reelection

MOSES LAKE — Two-term Republican lawmaker Rep. Dan Newhouse, R-Yakima, announced last week his intent to run for reelection to a third term in Washington D.C.

Remodeled ER, mother-baby unit in Samaritan budget

MOSES LAKE — Samaritan Healthcare will spend $775,000 to remodel its emergency room and $950,000 to remodel the first floor of Samaritan Clinic in 2017. A list of the capital projects was presented to hospital commissioners at the regular meeting Tuesday.

Grant PUD auditors to review safety reports

Grant County PUD

EPHRATA — The Grant County PUD’s auditors will be among the employees reviewing safety audits and reports.

Jerald 'Jerry' Lee Kinkade

Jerald “Jerry” Lee Kinkade, 80 passed away peacefully at home in Arizona on April 5, 2018. Jerald was born in Mabton, Wash. in 1938 to Harley and Helen Kinkade. His family moved several times throughout his childhood, i.e. Kettle Falls, Wash., La Grande, Ore. and Wilsall, Mont., but they always seemed to come back to the Yakima Valley where Jerald graduated from Mabton High School in 1956. Jerald was a good student and athlete. He enjoyed playing basketball and also played football and boxed.

Postal carriers help 'Stamp Out Hunger'

Food donations to Moses Lake Food Bank Food bank

MOSES LAKE — When the mail trucks arrived, the big truck started filling up fast. Not with mail — the truck belonged to the Moses Lake Food Bank, and the mail carriers collected food donations from along their routes as part of the annual Stamp Out Hunger food drive.

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February 19, 2016

Choral jazz fundraiser Tuesday

Choir fundraiser

MOSES LAKE — Smooth jazz with chocolate and cheesecake as a chaser is on the program at the annual Jazz Dessert Social sponsored by the Moses Lake High School Choral Boosters. The concert, which includes a silent and live auction, is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Tuesday at Moses Lake Presbyterian Church, 1142 West Ivy Ave. This will be the 12th annual concert with dessert.

June 16, 2016

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Royal City to sell two vehicles

ROYAL CITY — If you are interested in a used car that has been well maintained, the city of Royal City has two that will be sold on July 19, the Royal City Council learned at is meeting of June 21.

WSU professor takes on national diabetes leadership role

SPOKANE — Joshua Neumiller, professor of pharmacotherapy at Washington State University’s College of Pharmacy, has been named chair of the Professional Practice Committee for the American Diabetes Association. 

Pruneda new OHS varsity boys' basketball coach

Roman Pruneda’s long and winding basketball journey has returned him to the place it all started: Othello High School.

Governor signs trio of Warnick bills

OLYMPIA — Gov. Jay Inslee recently signed three bills sponsored by Sen. Judy Warnick, R-Moses Lake. They touched on a variety of policy issues: water access, pest control and first-responder benefits.

Reddit co-founder leaves board, urges black replacement

Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian announced his resignation from the board of the social media site and urged the board to replace him with a black candidate.