New Year's events limited as we say goodbye to 2020

New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day events are limited this year due to restrictions from COVID-19.

CFP: Alabama-Notre Dame, Clemson-Ohio St as Aggies left out

A season filled with uncertainty brought on by the pandemic will end with a perfectly predictable College Football Playoff.

Teams need positive support

I often get teased about what kind of sideline parent I am going to be because I can usually be found yelling at officiating staffs through my television every Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. I admit a certain amount of passion and loyalty for my teams and follow them through victory and defeat. That is not to say that I am always yelling but sometimes I am gotten the better of by my desire for a win.

Student sues University of Missouri over online classes

COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — A student is suing the University of Missouri System, claiming that the four campuses did not offer sufficient refunds to students when classes were moved online because of the coronavirus pandemic.

1 killed, thousands lose power in Northwest wind storm

SEATTLE (AP) — One person died after a tree fell on them and thousands of people in western Washington were without power as high winds blew into the region Tuesday.

1 killed, thousands lose power in Northwest wind storm

SEATTLE (AP) — One person died after a tree fell on them and thousands of people in western Washington were without power as high winds blew into the region Tuesday.

Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony is Saturday

Hot chocolate, entertainment offered

MOSES LAKE — Lights will sparkle along Third Avenue in Moses Lake Saturday, signifying the start of the holiday season.

Richard (Dick) Joseph Nelson

Dick Nelson, 61, longtime Moses Lake resident, died at his home with his wife and sister-in-law, Thursday, Feb. 26, 2009, following a brief fight with cancer.

Vikings fall to Everett

MOSES LAKE – Coming off of several game cancelations, the Runnin' Vikes hoped to get one final preseason game in before entering the challenging conference schedule ahead. Playing their first home game of the season, BBCC hosted the Everett Trojans at the Devries Activity Center on Saturday.

Dino Rossi makes quick stop in Basin

Tour of BBCC, fund-raiser in Soap Lake among activities for GOP gubernatorial candidate

Ginkgo State Park adds new renovations

VANTAGE — Just past the bridge crossing the Columbia River near Vantage, the Ginkgo Petrified Forest State Park sits nearby, holding remnants of an area carved into the landscape during the Ice Age thousands of years ago.

PUD begins fish survival study

EPHRATA — Last week the Grant County Public Utility District started its 2006 fish survival study season, when district employees and contractors test Columbia River fish passage at Priest Rapids and Wanapum dams.

Missouri erases late deficit to beat Arkansas in wild finish

COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — When Missouri coach Eli Drinkwitz saw his team fall behind Arkansas on the most improbable 2-point conversion imaginable, he turned to quarterback Connor Bazelak with a simple message.

Horticulture focus

KENNEWICK — Attendees at the 119th annual meeting of the Washington Horticultural Association look over a farm implement during a break in classes Tuesday. The convention and trade show filled the Three Rivers Convention Center in Kennewick with all things tree fruit-related, from wind machines to rootstock and vendors from multi-generational family operations to international companies. Washington State University researchers gave attendees samples of a new apple variety, WA 64. The convention also included two and a half days of classes covering all phases of the industry.

Arabian nights

MOSES LAKE — For the most part we all know the tale of Aladdin. Those catchy tunes and witty characters from the 1992 Disney film have a secure and fond place in the minds of children and adults alike. A different take on the classic tale came to Moses Lake on Saturday and entertained countless people in the same way that the film continues to entertain audiences of all ages.

Mary E. Baird

May 30, 1919 – July 24, 2016

James E. Clark

James E. Clark or "Mr. Clark" as he was known to thousands of students over the years, died on April 19, 2013. He had a rarely known cancer of the bone marrow known as "Waldenstroms" for 14 years. Graveside services will be held at 3 p.m., Saturday, April 27th at Guarding Angels Cemetery, 2595 Road L N.E., Moses Lake. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a note for the family at www.kayserschapel.com. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory.

County fairs make for fond memories

There are some things you just never forget about your childhood.

Tree lighting brings crowds to downtown Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE — There is something magical about seeing Christmas lights brighten up downtown Moses Lake each year. Likewise, there is something magical about seeing the faces of people who attend the city’s annual downtown celebration light up at the sight of it all.

GOP board urges Republicans to vote Manweller

MOSES LAKE — The executive board for the Grant County Republican Party (GCRP) is standing behind embattled lawmaker Rep. Matt Manweller, R-Cle Elum, and is urging GOP voters in Grant County to cast their vote for Manweller to ensure the appointment of a conservative to the seat if he wins and resigns, which he has stated he will do.