Teaching it all: Steel Wolf Karate offers a blend of martial arts to students

MOSES LAKE – Like many, Robert Heale was involved in martial arts as a child; after decades away from the sport, Heale got back into it and used years of teaching to be able to open his own martial arts studio in Steel Wolf Karate.

Legals for December, 29 2023

More than 1,700 acres added to conservation lands inventory

OLYMPIA – Washington added 1,726 acres of land for conservation through ten land acquisitions in 2023, according to an announcement from the Washington Department of Natural Resources.

Gorge shooting court dates set

EPHRATA – James M. Kelly, 26, the suspect in the June 18 shooting at the Beyond Wonderland music festival, has multiple court dates coming up.

GCSO urges caution while celebrating at bars

EPHRATA – The Grant County Sheriff’s Office has issued a statement warning area residents to be cautious when out at bars regarding Rohypnol, also known as roofies, and gamma-hydroxybutyric acid, also known as GHB or liquid ecstasy. Both are date rape drugs and can take away the ability to fight back or remember what happened while under their effects. Mixing these substances with alcohol can also be fatal.

Fireworks reminder

EPHRATA – The Grant County Sheriff’s Office issued a reminder regarding rules associated with fireworks in the unincorporated area of Grant County. Fireworks may be discharged from 6 p.m. on New Year’s Eve until 1 a.m. New Year’s Day, generally. However, at no time are fireworks allowed at Marine View, Marine View Heights, Crescent Bar, Desert Aire outside of Desert Aire Park, The Gorge or the campground at The Gorge. Those seeking further information or clarifications may contact GCSO at 509-754-2011.

David Ross Morehouse

July 4, 1950 – Dec. 7, 2023

After a short illness, David Ross Morehouse, 73, died on Pearl Harbor Day, December 7, 2023. David was born at St. Anthony Hospital on July 4, 1950, in Wenatchee, Washington. He was the second of four children of his parents Wallace and Peggy Crial Morehouse.

A long process: Finding the next popular apple variety takes time tenacity

KENNEWICK — For all the research, all the focus groups, all the test marketing, it is the consumer who ultimately decides the success of something new or different. That’s as true in the tree fruit industry as anywhere else - the apple variety that was the queen of the orchard in 1967, or 1997 or 2017, might have a fraction of market share today. Or maybe it’s not on the market at all.

Projected revenues higher than expenses in Soap Lake 2024 budget

SOAP LAKE — The city of Soap Lake is projected to spend about $1.52 million from its general fund in 2024, which is below the revenue projection.

Ephrata passes $40.6M city budget

EPHRATA – The Ephrata City Council passed the city’s budget during its December 6 meeting. The budget includes a 3% cost of living increase for city staff and increases in insurance expenditures, while city revenues have also increased in some areas.

Wahluke SD capital levy going back to voters

MATTAWA — Wahluke School District voters will consider a request for a four-year capital improvements levy in a special election Feb. 13.

Robert Wayne Burd

Jan. 10, 1930 – Nov. 14, 2023

Bob Burd passed away peacefully and pain-free on November 14, 2023, in Gig Harbor, Washington.

Mavs football season recap conversation hits STUDIO BASIN

MOSES LAKE – There were talks of high-flying offense and big wins on last week’s episode of the STUDIO BASIN podcast, as Sports Reporter Ian Bivona was joined by Moses Lake football Head Coach Brett Jay as well as his son Brady Jay, Moses Lake’s starting quarterback.

News Bites for Dec. 27, 2023

News Bites for Dec. 27, 2023

Cave B Estate Winery - Local winery provides refreshments and entertainment

QUINCY – Cave B Estate Winery, whose sweeping views of the Columbia River and basalt cliffs could be nearly unmatched in beauty, has graced the area with award-winning wines for over 20 years. Located at 348 Silica Rd NW in Quincy, right next door to the Gorge Amphitheatre, Cave B is tucked away from the noise of main roads and city lights. It is a family-owned and operated winery that has earned its name across the state and beyond for the high-quality wines they produce and serve.

Basin sports schedule Dec. 27-Jan. 2

COLUMBIA BASIN – Check out this week’s sports schedule, featuring local basketball, swim and dive and wrestling events.

Legals for December, 27 2023

CWU priorities included in governor’s 2024 supplemental budget proposals

ELLENSBURG – The Office of Governor Jay Inslee released its Supplemental Operating and Capital Budget proposals for the 2024 fiscal year on Wednesday, including funding for several ongoing Central Washington University projects and priorities.

Splash pad coming to Othello’s Kiwanis Park

OTHELLO — Planning is underway for upgrades to Othello’s Kiwanis Park, which are tentatively scheduled for summer 2024. City Engineer Shawn O’Brien said that’s the plan, but there are details still to be worked out. “The schedule is still up in the air,” he said. “The final plan has not been ironed out yet.”

City planning, contracts and cargo containers

Mattawa council works to plan for the future of the city at Thursday meeting

MATTAWA – Mattawa’s regular City Council meeting Thursday featured a public hearing on the city’s updated comprehensive plan, SCJ Alliance’s contract with the city, the city’s Parks and Recreation visioning workshop, discussion of cargo containers in the city and approval of city’s contract with NCW Libraries.