Zags volleyball ends spring season on high note

SPOKANE – The Zags volleyball team concluded its 2025 season going 4-0 in their final stretch of games, according to a statement made by Gonzaga Athletics.

Transportation options focus of Grant Transit

MOSES LAKE — The Grant Transit Authority may be working on a pilot project to provide on-request bus service to senior citizens, starting in selected areas of Grant County. That was one of the possibilities discussed during the GTA board’s annual review Thursday.

Building permits for April 18, 2025

City of Moses Lake March 2025 Aho Construction, 4700 block of West Thrush Street, new residence, $263,000.

Law enforcement logs for April 18, 2025

The reports below were provided by the sheriff's office or police department indicated. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

McCosh Park site of Lions Easter egg hunt Saturday

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Lions chapter will be sponsoring its annual Easter egg hunt Saturday at noon McCosh Park. It’s for children up to 12 years of age. The park is divided into zones for different ages, from birth to 3 years of age, 4 to 6 years, 7 to 10 years and 11 and 12 years. Parents should plan to have their children there on time, according to the organizers, since the egg hunters are released promptly at noon and it doesn’t take them long to make a clean sweep of the eggs.

Legals for April, 18 2025

Suspect arrested in Soap Lake arson case

SOAP LAKE — An unidentified man was arrested on suspicion of arson Wednesday after allegedly setting fire to clothing that ignited nearby brush. The fire was reported in the 2200 block of Road 20 Northeast at about 7:45 p.m., according to a post from Grant County Fire District 7.

Elia Rodriguez

1941 – 2025

Elia Alicia Rodriguez, age 83, of Othello, Washington, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2025, in Hillsboro, Texas. She was surrounded by many visitors during her final days, a reflection of the lives she touched. Her loving daughter was by her side, ensuring she departed this world embraced by love and peace.

Mavs beat Eastmont 1-0 on the pitch

MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake Mavericks came out on top in their game against Eastmont Tuesday night with a 1-0 victory. “Once in a while we have our downs, but today was up,” said Mavs’ Joaquin Cervantes. “I’ve seen a lot of our players give it our all and that’s what I’m proud of.”

Soap Lake City Council applauds K-9 heroes

SOAP LAKE — At the April 16 Soap Lake City Council meeting, both Moses Lake Police Department and Grant County Sheriff’s Office received a $606.01 donation from the city, totaling $1012.02 for the two departments. Mayor Peter Sharp thanked the K-9s and their handlers for all of the work and assistance the city has received from both departments. From left to right is Soap Lake Mayor Peter Sharp, MLPD Officer Nick Stewart, MLPD Officer Brad Zook, GCSO Deputy Zane Bundy and K-9 Mallie and Deputy Liz Spurling.

Quincy-area recreation area project still uncertain

QUINCY — The ultimate fate of Port of Quincy-owned property overlooking the Columbia River, originally intended for a recreation and wildlife viewing area, is still to be determined. Port officials purchased about 90 acres in 2013, with the intention of developing the site for camping, along with picnic tables, a building that could be used for small events and other amenities. But Port Commissioner Patric Connelly said the plans didn’t work out, and so far, plans to sell it haven’t worked out either.

‘Midnight in Soap Lake’

Mystery novel explores life – and death – in a small desert town

SOAP LAKE — Murder, family secrets, mysterious water and a terrifying urban legend. It’s all lurking behind the small-town innocence of Soap Lake in a novel released Tuesday.

Mavs tennis victorious over Eastmont

Moses Lake looks toward heavy match load as the season progresses

MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake Mavericks boys and girls tennis teams both earned team wins in their matches against Eastmont Tuesday afternoon. “It was fun, they’re a very nice team,” said Mavs’ Carsen Owens who played third singles for the boys. “I was just trying to stay calm and focus on the point."

Adopt a champion snuggler!

SOAP LAKE – Shadow is a female lab mix whose world revolves around playing, exploring and of course a lot of cuddles – she is a champion snuggler after all. Shadow came to the Rock Bottom Rocker Pet Pantry after she and three other dogs were found with their deceased owner. Shadow was sadly separated from the other pups but now she is ready to find a new family and friends. She is spayed, up to date on shot and microchipped. If you want endless playtimes, constant companionship and unconditional love, visit RockBottomRocker.org and fill out her application. If you can’t adopt right now but would like to help a local shelter visit the website and click “donate.”

MLHS Class of 1995 reunion April 25-27

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake High School Class of 1995 will hold its 30-year class reunion the weekend of April 25-27, according to an announcement from the reunion committee.

Soap Lake City Council downsizes itself

SOAP LAKE – The Soap Lake City Council made a decision regarding council size after three meetings of deliberation. Four council members voted in favor of downsizing the council to five members for the upcoming election this November. Both Kayleen Bryson and John Carlson voted no on the matter.

Huskies baseball dominates against Seattle U

SEATTLE – The Huskies baseball team (19-19) was dominant in their game against Seattle University (13-23), pitching a 22-0 shutout, according to a statement by University of Washington Athletics. Their 22-run performance included three home runs and a grand slam and was their fourth shutout of the year.

LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: Child Abuse Prevention Month thoughts

Child abuse is a disease in society that affects all of humanity, whether directly or indirectly.

‘The Revlon Girl’

Masquers play delves into themes of womanhood and loss

SOAP LAKE — If you’re going to the Masquers Theater’s new play, the cast has a recommendation. “Bring your hankies, because you’re going to need them,” said Tanya Sheelke, who plays the title character in “The Revlon Girl,” at rehearsal April 10.

Respiratory illness season fades in Grant County

MOSES LAKE — With the arrival of spring the most severe phase of the 2024-25 respiratory illness has officially come to an end, according to the Grant County Health District.