Warden passes water system plan and parks and recreation developments

WARDEN — The Warden City Council convened on Jan. 14 to discuss significant developments concerning the city’s water system and its Parks and Recreation Open Space Plan. The meeting featured staff reports detailing ongoing projects and strategic planning for community enhancement, alongside formal resolutions for the future direction of local infrastructure and recreational facilities.

Legals for January, 16 2025

Larry S. Godden

1948 — 2024

It is with great grief and great memories that we share with the community that Larry Steven Godden passed away from cardiac arrest on December 29, 2024, with family at his side. Born on June 14, 1948, in Bellingham, Washington to Ralph and Arlene Godden, Larry grew up learning about the value and reward of owning your own business, with his family’s jewelry and watch repair store, Godden Jewelry, in Bellingham, and a general store called The Hitching Post, in Stanwood, Washington.

Barry A. Moos

1949 – 2025

Barry A. Moos, 75, was a loyal and caring son, brother, husband, father and grandfather. He passed away on January 10, 2025, in the comfort of his home, surrounded by family. Barry was born in Dickinson, North Dakota on August 8, 1949. His family moved to Washington when he was young and eventually settled in Moses Lake in the mid-1950s.

Leigh Ann (Sams, James) Nielson

1961 – 2025

Leigh Ann (Sams, James) Nielson passed away peacefully in her home at the age of 64 with her loved ones at her side on January 12, 2025. She was born January 6, 1961, in Seattle, Washington to Darrel and Karen (Stickley) Sams.

Hippy’s Kissing Booth looking for permanent location

Hippy, the pup behind Hippy’s Kissing Booth, is looking for a home to take him and his very professional business home. Hippy comes from a difficult past; however, he is still the sweetest boy who loves to meet new people. He adores puppies and small dogs and will take on a protective role over them. Hippy is not the biggest fan of cat friends though. He is neutered and vaccinated. For those feeling the Valentine's Day spirit early and want to take home this smooching boy, visit GrantCountyAnimalOutreach.org or call 509-762-9616. Those not looking to adopt but who would like to help can click the “Donate” link at the top of the shelter’s website.

MLSD Community Engagement Board seeking applicants

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake School District is looking for community members to join the Community Engagement Board – a volunteer group created to allow community collaboration on district issues such as school attendance and engagement.

Othello board begins discussing next EP&O levy, a year early

OTHELLO — It’s a year away, but Othello School District officials are discussing the district’s next educational programs and operations levy.

‘To Washington, I bid you fair winds and following seas’

Inslee delivers his final State of the State Address before leaving office

OLYMPIA — In his final State of the State address delivered before a joint session of the Washington Legislature on Jan. 12, Governor Jay Inslee reflected on his 12 years in office and emphasized the achievements and challenges that lie ahead for Washington state.

Showing the moves

Local hoofers show their moves at Dancing with the Moses Lake Stars

MOSES LAKE — The Wallenstien Theater was almost full Saturday night for the second annual Dancing with the Moses Lake Stars. “It was exciting to see (so many) young people,” said Judy Twigg, vice president of the Central Basin Community Concert Association, which hosted the event. “It shows that if you get the right entertainment in Moses Lake, it draws people.”

BASIN HOOPS ROUNDUP: Knights remain unbeaten

MOSES LAKE – With most local teams having their slate of non-conference games now in the rearview mirror, boys and girls basketball teams head into the new year aiming to pick up wins against league opponents.

Basin sports schedule Jan. 15-21

MOSES LAKE – Check out this week’s sports schedule for high school athletics across the Columbia Basin, including bowling, competitive cheerleading, basketball, swim and dive and wrestling events.

New Elks Lodge hosts youth hoop shoot

MOSES LAKE — Four Moses Lake youths will advance in the Elks Hoop Shoot thanks to their free throw skills. Fabian Vargas, Preston Groth, Linden Wiltbank and Brinly Wiltbank emerged the champions in their divisions in the competition held Saturday at Frontier Middle School, according to an email from Debbie Doran-Martinez, a member of the new Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks Lodge that formed in November in Moses Lake.

Cougars open season with 7-0 victory

PULLMAN – Washington State University tennis opened its 2025 dual match season with a 7-0 victory over UC Davis Saturday at the Simmelink Tennis Courts at Hollingbery Fieldhouse. The win marked the fourth-straight season WSU opened with a victory.

Two men die at Sprague Lake

RITZVILLE — Two men who had gone duck hunting on Sprague Lake were found dead late Saturday night, according to a statement from the Adams County Sheriff’s Office.

Adams County EMT’s license suspended

OLYMPIA — An Adams County emergency medical technician has had her license suspended for unprofessional conduct following her failure to enroll in a monitoring program.

NEWS BITES: Jan. 15, 2025

EPHRATA — The Ephrata Police Department warned the public Monday regarding fake Facebook posts. EPD said to be wary of profiles with profile pictures that are unrealistic, low friend counts, exaggerated claims, poor grammar and spelling, copied-and-pasted content and the ability to comment is turned off on all posts. The department asks that people not reshare posts that look suspicious and report it to Facebook.

Legals for January, 15 2025

BASIN WRESTLING REPORT: Jeremiah Schmunk Invitational results

WARDEN – A busy weekend for the Warden boys wrestling team concluded with Saturday’s Jeremiah Schmunk Invitational, which followed duals against Okanogan and Tonasket on Thursday and Friday.

Moses Lake council continues city manager search

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake City Council will meet in executive session Wednesday to discuss the qualifications of a possible candidate for city employment, according to an agenda posted on the city’s website Monday. A vote on a city manager contract is also on the agenda.