Man fatally shot during argument in Moses Lake

A 27-year-old man was fatally shot Sunday morning during an argument on Arlington Drive in Moses Lake and the suspect is in custody, officials said.

Free class to offer tips on composting

EPHRATA — A free Webex class will provide an opportunity to learn how to compost yard and garden waste.

Truck driver injured in collision

An Orting man was injured early Thursday in a collision on Interstate 90, southeast of Moses Lake.

County seeks to fill slot on housing board

EPHRATA — The Grant County Board of Commissioners seeks someone to fill a position on the board of the Housing Authority of Grant County.

Legals for October, 22 2021

Police seek two in connection with alleged armed robbery

The Quincy Police Department is looking for two men who allegedly robbed a man at gunpoint early Monday at a gas station.

Quincy police seek two men in connection to alleged armed robbery

The Quincy Police Department is looking for two men who allegedly robbed a man at gunpoint early Monday at a gas station.

Moses Lake firefighters lose jobs over mandate

Three Moses Lake Fire Department firefighters were forced from their jobs Monday because they did not get the COVID-19 vaccine, but an online petition was started to help their cause.

Political newcomers run for Moses Lake School Board seat

MOSES LAKE — Two candidates are squaring off in the general election for the Moses Lake School District Position 4 seat currently occupied by outgoing board member Elliott Goodrich.

George man injured in collision after allegedly driving under the influence

A George man was injured Friday night in an alleged DUI collision on state Route 281, near Quincy, according to the Washington State Patrol.

Tough subjects: Moses Lake School Board discusses student surveys, flags in classrooms, records requests

MOSES LAKE — Student surveys, handling public records requests and the kind of flags teachers should be allowed to display in classrooms were all matters discussed by the Moses Lake School Board during a regular meeting Thursday.

Samaritan’s COVID-19 number declines; more deaths in county

Samaritan Hospital in Moses Lake remains busy, although the number of COVID-19 patients is decreasing. And the Grant County Health District released information on more COVID-19 deaths.

Inslee: Nine out of 10 state workers complied with vaccine mandate

OLYMPIA — Gov. Jay Inslee said thanks to the more than 91% vaccination and exemption rate among state employees, essential state services should be relatively unaffected as the vaccination deadline passes on Monday.

Keys to success: Moses Lake man works toward performing dream

MOSES LAKE — Jesse Alvarado, 53, is still chasing his dream of being a full-time performing pianist after a couple of setbacks.

Irrigation district sets water shutoff dates

The water shutoff dates for the South Columbia Basin Irrigation District have been extended to Oct. 25, which is the final day to order water delivery changes, according to a press release from the district.

Fees at Grant County Fairgrounds to increase

MOSES LAKE — Grant County commissioners on Tuesday approved a request to increase some fairgrounds fees, including an increase in admission to the Grant County Fair in 2022.

Moses Lake seeks input on transportation improvements to receive grant money

Moses Lake officials want residents to take an online survey to help them ensure the city’s Complete Streets policy meets people’s transportation needs, a release from the city stated.

Hazardous waste collection set

Grant County residents may dispose of household hazardous waste for free from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 23 at the Grant County Public Works complex at 124 Enterprise St. SE, Ephrata, according to information from Grant County Solid Waste.

Irrigation season dates changed

The Quincy-Columbia Basin Irrigation District has revised the final dates for the 2021 irrigation season, the district said in a press release.

Auditions Sunday for Masquers’ Christmas play

SOAP LAKE — Masquers Theater is looking for a few good players.