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Biting dog sought by authorities
WENATCHEE - The public’s help is asked in identifying a dog that bit someone on Thursday in Wenatchee, according to a press release from Wenatchee Valley Animal Care & Control.
Rollover briefly blocks highway south of Lind
LIND — The northbound lanes of State Route 395 were blocked briefly three miles south of Lind about midnight Thursday after a semi-truck was involved in a rollover accident. Washington State Patrol public information officer Greg Riddell said no one was injured. The northbound lanes were blocked for about 30 minutes, Riddell said. A detour route was established but traffic was minimal, he said. The cause of the rollover is still under investigation.
No vaccine required for incoming BBCC students
MOSES LAKE — Big Bend Community College students will no longer be required to have the COVID-19 vaccine when the fall quarter begins on Sept. 19, according to a press release from the college. The vaccine mandate will remain in effect for state employees...
Two injured in Grand Coulee collision
GRAND COULEE — Two women were injured and one may be facing charges of vehicular assault after a two-car, head-on collision early Sunday morning near the Grand Coulee city limits. According to a press memo from the Washington State Patrol...
Wahluke SD screening for highly capable program
MATTAWA — Screening for students to determine if they qualify for the Wahluke School District’s highly-capable program will begin April 18. The screening process will be open through May 22, according to a district press release...
Moses Lake seeks input on amended comprehensive plan
MOSES LAKE — The city of Moses Lake is seeking comments and suggested amendments to the city’s proposed changes to the comprehensive plan, according to a notice sent out by city spokesperson Lynne Lynch. “The city will accept suggested...
MLFD saves pets from Marina Dr. fire
MOSES LAKE — Firefighters responding to a fire at a trailer house on Marina Drive last Thursday rescued and resuscitated some pets that had been trapped in the burning house, according to a press release from the Moses Lake Fire Department.
Man found dead in car in Othello-area drainage canal
OTHELLO — An autopsy is pending in the case of a man found dead in his car in an irrigation drainage canal about four miles north of Othello. Steven Ray Priddy, 55, was dead at the scene; the car was in the canal in the 1900 block of West Foley Road, according to a social media announcement from the Adams County Sheriff’s Office. Local farmers working in the area found Priddy’s body, the announcement said. The cause of the accident is still under investigation, it said.
Local students make George Fox University dean’s list
NEWBERG, ORE. - Three local students were among those who earned Dean's List recognition at George Fox University for the spring 2022 semester. In order to earn a spot on the Dean’s List at George Fox, students must earn a 3.5 grade point average or above on 12 or more hours of graded work...
Melcher appointed to Charter Commission
OLYMPIA – House Minority Leader J. T. Wilcox, R-Pierce County, recently appointed Vickey Melcher to a 4-year term on the Washington State Charter School Commission...
WSP seeks witnesses to Mattawa hit and run
GRANT COUNTY — The Washington State Patrol is seeking witnesses or anyone who might have information about a hit and run accident south of Mattawa early Wednesday. ...
Othello man injured in Mesa collision
MESA — Charges of DUI are pending against an Othello man after he rolled his car about 10 miles north of Mesa on Sunday afternoon. Narciso Gomez Sanchez, 53, was driving south on State Route 17 at about 4 p.m. Sunday when his car went off the road and rolled. A press memo from the Washington State Patrol said alcohol or drugs were involved in the crash. Gomez Sanchez was transported to Kadlec Regional Medical Center in Kennewick, the press memo said. He was wearing a seatbelt.
Othello PD identifies graffiti suspect
OTHELLO - In a July 18 press release, the Othello Police Department announced they had arrested an individual involved in vandalism.
Niebla named GCSO March Employee of the Month
EPHRATA — Deputy Sheriff Juan Niebla has been named the March 2023 Employee of the Month by the Grant County Sheriff’s Office...
Newhouse introduces measure supporting organic farming
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. Dan Newhouse, R-Washington, is sponsoring legislation intended to support research into organic agriculture and improve data collection for the country’s organic farmers, according to a press release...
Douglas, Chelan unemployment rises
ELLENSBURG — Unemployment in Douglas and Chelan counties rose in November 2022 to 5.1% from 4.4% the previous year despite a decline in the two counties’ combined workforce, according to data published this week by the Washington State Employment Security Department.
Ephrata adopts 2023 budget, cancels next city council meeting
EPHRATA - The Ephrata City Council adopted their 2023 budget and decided to cancel their next meeting set for Jan. 4 amongst other things at the meeting Wednesday evening...
Moses Lake man dies in Wednesday night collision
MOSES LAKE – A Moses Lake man was killed Wednesday night in a single-vehicle collision near Moses Lake, according to a statement from the Grant County Sheriff’s Office...
Soap Lake Conservancy to hold public meeting
SOAP LAKE – The Soap Lake Conservancy is holding a public meeting to discuss the organization’s Outstanding Resource Water application to the state. The meeting will discuss what the conservancy has learned in its research and how the Outstanding Resource Water recognition will impact the area, as well as answer any questions attendees may have. The meeting will be at 2 p.m. on March 25 at Masquers Theater, 322 Main Ave. E. For more information, visit TheLake.org or contact Peggy at 509-289-0292.
Soap Lake boys win on Tonasket courts
TONASKET – The Soap Lake boys tennis squad got its first win of the season with a 3-2 win over Tonasket on Wednesday, winning two singles and a doubles match...