Long, hot summer: Drought looking likely for Columbia Basin

MOSES LAKE — It’s been a dry spring across nearly the entire state of Washington, and that means there is a very good likelihood of drought this summer.

Fishing tournaments a boost for Basin economy

OTHELLO - Sixty anglers spent most of Thursday with their poles in the water during the second day of The Bass Federation's 2013 Northwest Division championship at Potholes Lake.

Paul Bowen

Longtime Moses Lake and Warden resident, Paul Bowen, passed away April 25, 2012 at the age of 94. Our father, grandfather, and friend will be missed immensely. Paul's family will always remember his warm smile and big heart. Paul was born near Ririe, Idaho on October 11, 1917 to Casey and Ethel Bowen. Paul was the seventh of eight children born to them. Paul's mother died when he was only five, which required him to grow up quickly and to work very hard as a boy and young man. At age ten, he and his twelve year old brother Jay would stay at and care for a remote dry farm east of Rexburg, Idaho all by themselves.

Inslee to announce next steps for reopening fishing, outdoor recreation

OLYMPIA - Gov. Jay Inslee is expected to announce next steps to reopen fishing, hunting and other outdoor recreation at today’s 2:30 p.m. press conference, according to a spokesperson with the state Department of Fish and Wildlife.

Democrats propose $16.8 billion transportation package

Legislation intended to funnel $16.8 billion in the next 16 years into the state’s transportation infrastructure was proposed by Washington Democrats this week.

Some recreational fishing, hunting, and golf set to reopen May 5

MOSES LAKE — The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, or WDFW, announced yesterday that it plans to reopen some recreational fishing and hunting, with many wildlife areas and boat ramps reopening on May 5 for day-use only.

Schwiesow's third-place finish leads Chiefs charge

ELLENSBURG - Moses Lake High School's girls swim team travelled

Kay Frances (Honsinger) Dirks

April 2, 1942 - July 25, 2022

Kay Frances (Honsinger) Dirks passed peacefully from this world on July 25, 2022, attended by loving family members. Born April 2, 1942, she was a lifelong resident of Eastern Washington. Her passion was children, and she spent her adult life encouraging their love of fun and learning. Graduating from Palouse High School in 1960, she went on to graduate from Washington State University in 1964. She then taught for a time in Quincy schools before joining the North Central Washington Library system as the librarian of first the Quincy and then the Ephrata City Libraries, a position she held for more than three decades. Over that time, she became known to generations of Columbia Basin children, showing them how to find learning fun and important...

Dry times: Drought or no drought, Basin enters wildfire season with record-low precipitation

The Columbia Basin is seeing record-low precipitation.

AG candidate Dunn visits Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - Washington State Attorney General candidate Reagan Dunn shared his views on crime, jobs, the economy and government regulations at the Ag Water & Power Users of Eastern Washington's dinner.

Local Activities and Attractions

Smokiam RV Resort is located in Soap Lake in Eastern Washington state. Surrounded by natural beauty and enjoying 300 days of sunshine a year, Smokiam Resort is also centrally located to wonderful attractions and activities.

Washington state to kill more wolves that attack livestock

SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) — The state of Washington on Tuesday ordered that more endangered wolves be killed in a pack that continued to prey on cattle in Stevens County even after one member was eliminated.

Washington state to kill more wolves that attack livestock

SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) — The state of Washington on Tuesday ordered that more endangered wolves be killed in a pack that continued to prey on cattle in Stevens County even after one member was eliminated.

Moses Lake angler wins tournament

OTHELLO - Moses Lake resident Aaron Echternkamp will compete in The Bass Federation's 2014 national competition after winning the Northwest division championship Friday.

Fresh News from MarDon: Fall fishing makes a showing

MARDON RESORT - Fall is upon us in Central Washington. We are enjoying comfortable daytime temps and cooler nights.

The Fishin' Magician: Catch limits

Fish Lake, near Lake Wenatchee, has been a favorite of ice fishermen for decades, and the favorite catch has been perch. To assure good fishing for perch through the ice and the balance of the season there was a 25-fish bag limit in place for several years.

By the numbers: EWU economist gives city council statistics on population, crime rate, graduation, median income

MOSES LAKE — “Numbers are stories. They’re not numbers. They’re actually stories, so the context helps explain that story,” said Dr. Patrick Jones of Eastern Washington University’s Institute for Public Policy and Economics at a study session prior to a recent Moses Lake City Council meeting.

Fishermen travel to Moses Lake on their long weekend

Perch and walleye draw out-of-towners onto Moses Lake New Year's fishing

MOSES LAKE — For many, the long New Year's weekend provided a chance to stay out late and sleep it off the next day. For others, it was a chance to bundle up, pack some gear and an auger and head out to Moses Lake for some ice fishing.

Watershed council meets in person for first time in 2 years

Members of the Moses Lake Watershed Council listen to a presentation from Grant County Health District Environmental Health Manager Stephanie Shopbell (right) during the council’s first in-person meeting in two years. The council, which is comprised of representatives from the City of Moses Lake, the GCHD, the Grant County Conservation District, the Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District, the Washington State Department of Ecology, U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, Grant County Tourism, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, and several interested citizens, was established to find ways to improve the quality of the lake water and reduce the number of potentially dangerous blue-green algae blooms that make the lake difficult to use in the summer.

GRANT COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT

NOTICE OF DECISION