ROAD REPORT: Soap Lake streets projects underway

Other transportation projects continue statewide

SOAP LAKE — Curbs and gutters are going in along a section of Soap Lake streets that provide access to East Beach Park. The curbs and sidewalks are part of an upgrade to the streets next to the park, which includes paving sections of First Avenue Northeast and North Canna Street.

Law enforcement logs for Aug. 2, 2024

Law enforcement logs for Aug. 2, 2024

State fire marshal urges safety in motels, hotels

OLYMPIA -- As vacation season continues, the Washington State Fire Marshal’s Office is reminding travelers to prioritize fire safety during their stays in temporary lodging.

NEWS BITES for July 31, 2024

NEWS BITES for July 31, 2024

Dust storms: how to protect yourself

OLYMPIA — It’s no secret that Eastern Washington is dusty country, as we were reminded July 17 when a dust storm ripped through the region. While the impact on air quality was marginal, visibility on I-90 became dangerously poor, according to an announcement from the Washington State Department of Ecology. These storms form rapidly and with little to no warning, so it’s important to be prepared. Dust storms occur when strong winds stir up dry soil into dark, dense clouds. While storms typically last only a few minutes, they bring serious health and safety risks. From spring to fall, dust devils and small dust storms are fairly common across central and eastern Washington. The DOE reminds people to follow these steps to stay safe if they’re unexpectedly caught in one:

CAA to host bowling fundraiser

MOSES LAKE – Community Athletics and Activities will be hosting a fundraiser at Lake Bowl in Moses Lake on August 9, the organization’s second fundraising event in a two-week span.

EWU track and field signs 29 athletes

CHENEY – Eastern Washington Director of Track and Field Erin Tucker announced the signing of 29 student-athletes for the upcoming 2024-25 season on Friday, bringing in a pool of athletes from both high school and other universities.

Innovative fish passage meant to revive Yakima River Basin salmon opens in Cle Elum

(The Center Square) – U.S. Department of the Interior Secretary Deb Haaland was in Cle Elum, Wash., Wednesday to highlight federally funded salmon restoration projects.

Home inventory up more than a third in the Evergreen State

MOSES LAKE — There are a lot more homes available in Washington state than there were a year ago, according to data released in July by the Northwest Multiple Listing Service.

Red Raiders wrap up summer 2024 season

OTHELLO – The Red Raiders saw their season end in last weekend’s AA Area 4 district tournament, falling 12–5 to Hanford after the Flames took a 9–1 lead through the first three innings.

Law enforcement records for July 26, 2024

The reports below were provided by the sheriff’s office or police department. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Moses Lake PD July 18 Report of an unidentified person damaging the reporting party’s boat and stealing items from the boat. Police found the subject cut the boat cover, removed subwoofers and amps, and damaged wiring in the boat. The subject(s) placed the cover back on the boat. Damages and loss are estimated at over $2,000. Report of a lost pitbull or bully mix walking around West Lakeshore Drive. Reporting party is holding onto the dog until the owner is contacted.

RISING JUNIORS: Moses Lake’s Brady Jay

MOSES LAKE – Maverick quarterback Brady Jay has high aspirations for his junior season with Moses Lake. “I want to win league, go undefeated, go on a state run, throw for 3,500 yards, 45 touchdowns in the regular season and keep my picks to under six,” the rising Moses Lake junior said.

Ries named to Dean’s List at Linfield

MCMINNVILLE, Ore. — Sydney Ries, a junior at Linfield University's McMinnville campus, was named to the Spring 2024 Dean's List, according to an announcement from the university. Ries, a 2021 graduate of Moses Lake High School, is majoring in philosophy.

Grant Co. Jail project moving quickly

EPHRATA – The New Grant County Jail is progressing rapidly according to Tom Gaines, the Grant County central services director. He provided updates on the new Grant County Jail during the County Commissioners meeting on Monday.

Eagles bringing experienced offense into 2024

SPOKANE – There was an excited energy regarding the Eastern Washington offense at Monday’s Big Sky Media Days, with the unit that finished third in both total yards and points scored bringing a veteran group to the field in 2024.

Major upgrades coming to Westshore Drive next summer

MOSES LAKE — Drivers who use Westshore Drive can get an overview of the work planned for spring 2025 along Westshore Drive, and get their questions answered, at a meeting scheduled for 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Moses Lake Country Club, 1373 at Road F.2 NE.

New Moses Lake nonprofit seeks to preserve student experience, motivation

MOSES LAKE — With financial struggles, the Moses Lake School District cannot afford extracurriculars of all sorts, from football to band to theater, for the 2024-25 school year. However, community members have formed the nonprofit Community Athletics and Activities to make sure children don’t miss out on important experiences. “Just to give some idea of the motivation and the determination of the group (our) board put together, their nonprofit got their tax ID in three weeks when they were told three to six months. That’s a persistent, dedicated group that’s motivated to get things done quickly,” said Brian Skaug, a CAA member.

RISING JUNIORS: Royal’s Jill Allred

ROYAL CITY – Royal pitcher Jill Allred carried a significant load for the Knights this spring, pitching every inning of the softball season during their 1A state title run.

Legals for July, 19 2024

WSU releases spring 2024 honor roll

PULLMAN — One hundred nine Basin students were named to the Washington State University honor roll for spring quarter 2024, according to an announcement from the university. A student can be named to the honor roll either by achieving a grade point of 3.75 while enrolled in at least nine graded credits in a single semester provided that the cumulative GPA is 2.0 or better, or by achieving a cumulative grade point average of 3.50 based on at least 15 cumulative credits of graded work at Washington State University, provided that the semester GPA is 3.0 or better. These Columbia Basin students were named to the honor roll: