Voters to decide on possible Long Term Care Trust Fund changes

OLYMPIA — Washington voters will be asked to accept or reject a constitutional amendment to allow funds from a program designed to help pay for extended care services to be invested in different securities than what’s allowed now. Kristen Hyde, press secretary for the campaign in support of the amendment, said the proposal would leave most of the money in the current investment portfolio.

Legals for October, 21 2025

City of Soap Lake is paying off $11M-plus in loans, interest

SOAP LAKE – The City of Soap Lake will have nearly $11.36 million worth of debt service payments to pay off by the end of 2025. Of that, around $3 million is interest the city has collected over the years, according to Finance Director Jeff Balentine. The city is paying 15 different loans.

Solarity celebrates grand opening of Moses Lake branch

MOSES LAKE – Solarity Credit Union announced the grand opening of its newest branch in Moses Lake at 411 East 5th Ave. Solarity said in a press release that the new branch offers digital services and a local team ready to help members achieve their financial goals.

Othello voters considering $3.55M pool bond

OTHELLO — Othello voters will be asked to accept or reject a $3.55 million bond to pay for repairs to the Othello Community Pool, and renovations where needed. Othello City Council members voted in July to submit the proposal to voters, and Othello Mayor Shawn Logan said the money will pay for repairs, but few, if any, changes.

Eastern defense leads to ranked win at home

CHENEY – The Eagles earned a statement conference win when they defeated the 24th-ranked Idaho Vandals 21-14 on Saturday at Roos Field. Backed by a strong defensive effort, Eastern Washington scored enough to defeat the Vandals. The Eagles improved to 2-1 in the Big Sky and 3-4 overall. “It was a dream for a coach to watch the defense play as well as we did. I am so proud of those guys. We were in control the entire game on defense,” Head Coach Aaron Best said.

The sweetest apple in the shelter

MOSES LAKE – Cosmic Crisp is sweeter than the fruit he was named after. He is one of the newest arrivals at Grant County Animal Outreach. Although his stay has been short and good so far, he is hoping for a more permanent home. He is apple-solutely worth adopting. He is up to date on vaccines, neutered and microchipped. If he is your pick of the orchard, visit GrantCountyAnimalOutreach.org and fill out his application. If you can’t adopt right now but you would like to help a local shelter visit the website and click “donate.”

Mariners head to game 7 after a win and a loss over the weekend

SEATTLE (AP) — The Mariners looked poised to take the ALCS after taking a 3-2 series lead on Saturday. However, the Blue Jays stormed back in game six to tie the series. Both teams head to game seven to decide who will face the Los Angeles Dodgers in the World Series.

Lions best Devils

Win sets MLCA/CCS at third in conference

MOSES LAKE – Moses Lake Christian Academy/Christian Covenant School Lions (8-5) earned a significant 3-0 victory at home over the Wilson Creek Devils (5-10). This win now ties the Lions with Entiat for third in the Central Washington B conference as the team heads into the final three games of the season.

Keep Halloween safe for little monsters

QUINCY — Next Friday, hordes of little ghosties, ghoulies and things that go bump in the night will be on the streets with one thing on their minds: massive amounts of sugar. And when they’re that focused, they don’t always watch out for themselves.

Summit to bring together regional community advocates

WENATCHEE — The Thriving Together Toward Tomorrow summit will bring together people from across North Central Washington Wednesday with a single goal – to make the communities they live in better, according to Thriving Together NCVW Director of Network Development Veronica Farias.

Moses Lake Harvest Festival coming Saturday

MOSES LAKE — The Downtown Moses Lake Association will host its annual Harvest Festival Saturday, with music, games and food and craft vendors, according to the DMLA’s website.

Legals for October, 20 2025

MLSD’s Lewis addresses levy promises, elementary start time

MOSES LAKE — Tensions continue between the Moses Lake School District and the Moses Lake Educators Association as discussions continue over a modified elementary school schedule and the restoration of educational programs critical to student learning.

Lions smash Pateros on the gridiron

MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake Christian Academy/Covenant Christian School Lions (5-2) football team proved their strength at home Thursday evening with a 52-0 victory over Pateros. This victory ties the team with Oroville for third in the Central Washington B conference.

Knights defeat Wahluke, remain unbeaten

ROYAL CITY – On Friday, the Royal Knights (7-0) and the Wahluke Warriors (2-5) met in a South Central Athletic Conference game. The Knights were dominant offensively, defeating the Warriors 65-6.

Mavs clinch district title

MLHS slowpitch punches ticket to state tourney

MOSES LAKE – On Thursday, Mavs slowpitch (16-1) defeated the Eastmont Wildcats 13-3 to become the 4A District Champions and punched their ticket to the state tournament. After splitting a doubleheader to end their season, Head Coach Mike Hofheins said they were on a mission.

Scherzer turns back the clock and Blue Jays beat Mariners 8-2 in Game 4 to even ALCS

SEATTLE (AP) — Mad Max had nearly a month to fume, seethe and boil as he waited for his October opportunity. Finally given the ball in the playoffs, he shut down the Seattle Mariners — and his own manager, too. A fiery Scherzer turned back the clock with his vintage pitching performance and Andrés Giménez homered and drove in four runs as the Toronto Blue Jays beat Seattle 8-2 on Thursday to even the American League Championship Series at two games apiece.

AI learners win prizes, gain skills in NCW Tech Alliance contest

MOSES LAKE — The North Central Washington Tech Alliance Skill-a-Thon has ended, and four Grant County residents are among the winners. “The winners walked away … with some knowledge of cybersecurity and different kinds of AI technology,” said David Estrada, NCW Tech Alliance STEM Program manager for Moses Lake.

Roadwork to close SR 243 south of Mattawa starting Monday

MATTAWA — Drivers heading south of Mattawa can expect State Route 243 to be closed for a short stretch between Mattawa and Desert Aire, beginning Monday.