Weather for the week of May 19, 2025

Weather for the week of May 19, 2025

Wildcats decorated at GNAC Outdoor Championship

BELLINGHAM — The Central Washington University track and field team racked up 12 gold medals at the GNAC Outdoor Championships, according to a statement by CWU athletics.

Legals for May, 19 2025

MLSD updates policies

MOSES LAKE — At the Thursday night regular Moses Lake School Board meeting, one new policy was passed relating to social media usage for employees. The board also updated a policy in regard to capital assets and theft.

STUDIO BASIN: Two animal cruelty bills and Basin post-season recap

MOSES LAKE – On this episode of the STUDIO BASIN Podcast, Reporter Nance Beston discussed some of the recent bills that Gov. Bob Ferguson signed into law and one bill that died in the legislature. For the sports segment, Caleb Perez, CBH sports reporter, talks about how district golf tournaments went for the Big 9 and CWAC

Huskies become district champs

Othello High earn a slot in state tournament

RICHLAND – The Huskies (13-4-2) became 2A District champions in the Central Washington Athletic conference after their 2-0 victory over Grandview at Rich Leenhouts Stadium.

Gov. proclaims support for WA veterans

State leadership committed to vet suicide prevention, mental health support

MOSES LAKE – Gov. Bob Ferguson recently signed a proclamation reaffirming Washington’s commitment to veteran suicide prevention. The proclamation comes amidst rising concerns about mental health challenges facing vets, with the rate of veteran suicide in Washington exceeding the national average, according to a statement from Ferguson.

Food and Folk Festival returns to Soap Lake

SOAP LAKE — The Soap Lake Food and Folk Festival will have some changes the second time around. “This year we decided to have it a month earlier because last year on that day it was 100 degrees and higher,” said Ruthann Tobiason of Friends of the Lower Grand Coulee, which sponsors the event. “We know it kept a fair number of people away … We actually had a performer back out at the last minute because it was too hot and dang, I don’t blame her.” Last year’s one-day event drew a respectable turnout for an inaugural effort, enough that it’s been expanded to two days this year, June 20-21. Friday’s festivities will be homegrown, with an open mic at the Soap Lake Community Center and open mic followed by live music from Rebel Hearts at Cloudview Kitchen.

BASIN SOCCER ROUNDUP: May 9, 2025

COLUMBIA BASIN – Basin soccer is in the thick of district competition. Some teams have not fared so well while others are still making a final push to states. See below how the competition has unfolded over the last week.

BASIN EVENTS CALENDAR: May 16-24, 2025

COLUMBIA BASIN — It’s the merry, merry month of May and there are lots of ways to keep occupied in the Basin. Here are a few things happening this week:

A few extra steps can prevent a kitchen tragedy

MOSES LAKE — One of the most dangerous things you can do at home is also something most people do every day. “If you look at the statistics, cooking is the leading cause of home fires,” said Travis Svilar, battalion chief with Grant County Fire District 5. The data from the Washington State Fire Marshal’s Office bears that out. Last year, Washington fire agencies responded to more than 700 structure fires that had started in the kitchen

Building permits for May 16, 2025

Building permits for May 16, 2025

Mavs fall to Eastmont, move on to do-or-die game

MOSES LAKE – The Mavericks softball team (15-7) were shut out at home by the Eastmont Wildcats (16-6) 12-0. Head coach Mike Hofheins made no excuses for the outcome of the district championship game.

Law Enforcement Logs for May 16, 2025

Law Enforcement Logs for May 16, 2025

Big Bend expanding BAS programs

MOSES LAKE – Big Bend Community College has added new Bachelor's in Applied Science programs in the last few years and updated existing programs to meet the needs of local businesses.

MLSD meeting addresses gang activity, youth safety

MOSES LAKE — Community leaders, educators, law enforcement officials and parents gathered at the Moses Lake School District Tuesday for a discussion on youth safety and gang activity. The meeting, which featured a panel of experts from various sectors, aimed to convey important information regarding the challenges and trends in the community while outlining preventive measures and fostering collaboration between families and institutions.

Legals for May, 16 2025

UW baseball falls to fifth ranked Oregon

EUGENE, Ore. – The Huskies (27-25) lost a competitive game against fifth ranked Oregon (38-13) with a final score of 5-3 on Sunday afternoon, according to a statement by University of Washington Athletic Communications.

Richard Allison Shrum

1944 — 2025

Richard Allison Shrum passed away on May 4th, 2025, at the age of 81, in his home in Moses Lake Washington. Richard was born on March 22, 1944, in Van Nuys, California, and grew up in Burbank, California.

Moses Lake homelessness town hall set for June 3

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake residents are being invited to discuss how the city will address homeless issues after the closure of the Open Doors sleep center 6:30 p.m. June 3 at Moses Lake City Hall, 401 S. Balsam St.