YoungLives offers support, friendship for teen moms

MOSES LAKE — It’s a Thursday night at the Moses Lake Alliance Church, and the teenagers are eating, doing crafts, talking and praying, just like any other faith-based youth group. But this one is a little different: they’re all girls, and more than half are mothers.

Utilities required to strengthen fire mitigation plans under WA law

OLYMPIA — The Washington State Legislature has unanimously passed House Bill 1522, a measure designed to bolster the wildfire mitigation strategies of investor-owned electric utilities. Gov. Bob Ferguson signed the bill into law on April 24 with it to go into effect on July 27, 2025. “This bill builds on what we’ve already been doing,” said Tom Dent, R-Moses Lakes. “A few years back, we passed a bill that allowed utilities to put together wildfire mitigation plans—to clear brush, cut down hazard trees, and reduce fuel loads. And that’s been working. But now we’re taking it a step further.”

Lots of options at MLHS College and Career Day

MOSES LAKE — One of the challenges of high school is that eventually, it comes to an end. Graduation arrives and – then what? Whatever the choice – college or into the workforce, career training or military service – the decision affects the rest of the student’s life.

Four juveniles steal vehicle, elude police and roll car

MOSES LAKE – Monday morning at around 1:30 a.m., a vehicle was stolen by four Moses Lake juveniles between the ages of 13 to 15 on Bong Loop in Moses Lake. The car was called in as stolen, according to Grant County Sheriff’s Office Public Information Officer Kyle Foreman.

Gas prices drop in Grant, Adams, rise nationally

MOSES LAKE – Gas prices in Grant County, Adams County and Washington State saw a slight decrease. At the national level, there was around a two-cent increase from the previous week, according to AAA.

BASIN SOFTBALL ROUNDUP: May 6, 2025

COLUMBIA BASIN – The Softball regular season is coming to a close, see how the teams around the basin are pushing toward the postseason.

Cougars victorious in weekend series over Air Force

PULLMAN – Washington State baseball (17-29) posted a 10-2 series-clinching win over Air Force (18-30) at Bailey-Brayton Field Sunday afternoon, according to a statement by Washington State Athletics.

BASIN TENNIS ROUNDUP: April 25 – May 1

COLUMBIA BASIN – With districts and states on the horizon, Basin tennis continues to be competitive. See below how the last week of matches unfolded.

Lois Iksic

Lois Iksic of Irby, Washington passed away April 24, 2025, at the age of 94. She was preceded in death by her parents Jacob and Victoria Ott, her husband, Louis Iksic, and eight siblings.

Addressing homelessness discussed at DMLA event

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake city officials will sponsor a town hall meeting June 2 to discuss how the city plans to proceed following the closure of the Open Doors Sleep Center. City Manager Rob Karlinsey said Friday that an update on the plans will be provided to the Moses Lake City Council at 5:30 p.m. May 13, prior to the regular council meeting.

MLPD uncovers large rooster fighting operation during drug search

MOSES LAKE – On May 1, the Moses Lake Street Crimes Unit, with assistance from the Moses Lake Tactical Response Team, executed a search warrant at 10032 Rd N.4 NE in Moses Lake. The operation, initially focused on methamphetamine sales and illegal firearm possession, unearthed an extensive illegal rooster fighting operation on the premises, according to MLPD.

Cougars best Columbia to take second in EWAC

WARDEN – The Warden Cougars Softball team won both games of their doubleheader against Columbia to earn the second-place spot in the Eastern Washington Athletic Conference softball tournament.

Cougars baseball moves into EWAC tournament

WARDEN – The Warden Cougars won both games of their doubleheader against Columbia High School, securing their place in the Eastern Washington Athletic Conference’s 2B baseball tournament Thursday.

MLCA to host Crab and Prime Rib feed

MOSES LAKE — For most folks, fresh crab would be a good enough reason to attend an auction. Prime rib would, likewise, be reason enough. Combine them, make them all-you-can-eat, throw in a live auction, and you have an irresistible draw.

Wins and losses: WA legislative leaders share takeaways on this year's session

(The Center Square) – Three days after sine die, caucus leaders from both sides of the aisle in the Washington State Legislature are reflecting on wins and losses during this year’s 105-day session.

BASIN BASEBALL ROUNDUP: May 5, 2025

COLUMBIA BASIN – As the baseball season creeps up on its final weeks of regular season play, many teams are looking to finish strong.

Weather for the week of May 5, 2025

Weather for the week of May 5, 2025

Legals for May, 5 2025

New legislation updates laws for working minors in WA

DUPONT— Washington State Governor Bob Ferguson recently signed Senate Bill 1644 into law, establishing enhanced safety and health regulations for minors employed in both agricultural and non-agricultural industries. Ferguson signed the bill on International Workers’ Memorial Day at the Western Washington Sheet Metal Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee’s DuPont campus.

Playful pup looking for playful friends

MOSES LAKE - Amara is a sweet, fun-loving and energetic dog who absolutely loves playtime. She's really fond of other dogs and enjoys playing games of chase or wrestling matches wither her fellow cute canines. She can be a bit selective of which dogs she likes, but generally, once she finds a friend to play with, she's all in. She'd dearly love to find some friends to play with outside of the shelter at Grant County Animal Outreach. If you're interested in adopting Amara, visit grantcountyanimaloutreach.org or call 509-762-9616. Donations are also accepted through the "donate" link at the top of the website. Like all GCAO pets, Amara is spayed/neutered and up to date on all vaccinations.