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CWU musicians to perform at international conference
March 13, 2023 1:37 p.m.

CWU musicians to perform at international conference

ELLENSBURG — A group of musicians from Central Washington University will perform at an international music conference next year, according to a statement from the university...

Othello girls take sixth at state tournament
March 4, 2023 2:05 p.m.

Othello girls take sixth at state tournament

YAKIMA — The Othello High School girls basketball team accepts the sixth place trophy at the WIAA 2B State Tournament Saturday. The Huskies season ended with a heartbreaking 34-32 loss to Sequim in the fourth place-sixth place game, with Sequim hitting the game-winning shot with four seconds to play. It was the first time the Huskie girls have appeared in the state tournament since 2009 and the second-highest state finish in the program’s history.

Burglary suspect nabbed via footprints in snow
March 7, 2023 4:59 p.m.

Burglary suspect nabbed via footprints in snow

SOAP LAKE — Grant County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested a man Monday morning for a burglary near Soap Lake...

March 8, 2023 3:58 p.m.

St Patrick’s Day dinner and Auction set for March 18

EPHRATA – Annual St Patrick’s Day Girls State and Boys State Dinner and Auction is coming up soon...

January 31, 2023 4:19 p.m.

Grand Coulee Fire Station progressing

GRAND COULEE — The Grand Coulee Dam Fire Station project is coming along, according to a press release from the Bureau of Reclamation...

Book club kits available from NCW Libraries
February 14, 2023 5:04 p.m.

Book club kits available from NCW Libraries

WENATCHEE — Book clubs in the NCW Libraries system looking to mix it up, or a group looking to start a new book club, can take advantage of additional “Book Club Kits” added to the library system collection...

October 31, 2022 4:53 p.m.

Annual Mid-Columbia Libraries used book sale announced

KENNEWICK — The Friends of the Mid-Columbia Libraries will hold the group’s annual used book sale beginning Friday from 1 to 4 p.m. at the MCL Kennewick branch, 1620 S. Union St., Kennewick. The sale runs from Nov. 4 to 13, according to an MCL press release. Hours are 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 5, 6, 12 and 13, and from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 7-10. The library will be closed for Veteran’s Day. Debit and credit cards will be accepted. Customers are encouraged to bring their own box or bag, the press release said.

Berry elected as House Labor and Workplace Standards chair
December 13, 2022 5:45 p.m.

Berry elected as House Labor and Workplace Standards chair

OLYMPIA — Rep. Liz Berry, D-Seattle, has been elected to chair the Washington State House of Representatives Labor & Workplace Standards Committed for the 2023-2024 legislative sessions, according to a press release from the Washington House Democrats on Tuesday...

August 3, 2023 6:11 p.m.

Sewage spill at Sun Lakes stop short of water

COULEE CITY — A power failure at a lift station caused a small sewage spill at Sun Lakes State Park Tuesday, according to Dennis Felton, area manager for Coulee Area State Parks, but the lake water wasn’t affected...

August 23, 2023 1:10 a.m.

Man arrested for possession of sexually explicit pictures of minors

QUINCY — A Quincy-area man was arrested and booked into the Grant County Jail on suspicion of possession and distribution of sexually explicit pictures of minors after a joint investigation of the Othello Police Department and the Grant County Sheriff’s Office.

July 28, 2023 6:24 p.m.

Navy ship to be named for Washingtonian

WASHINGTON D.C. – Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro announced Wednesday that a future Navajo-class Towing, Salvage, and Rescue ship will be named after Billy Frank Jr., a Nisqually tribal member, according to a press release from the U.S. Navy...

April 28, 2021 1 a.m.

OHS athletes recognized for All-League selections

Othello High School players made a fairly strong statement in their first, and presumably, only season in the Greater Spokane League with numerous All-League selections.

Wanted: A loving family!
April 29, 2025 12:35 p.m.

Wanted: A loving family!

OTHELLO – Buck has been adopted once and brought back to Adams County Pet Rescue; he is hoping the next folks that take him home keep him for the rest of his life. He is a sweet boy that enjoys long walks, hanging with other furry friends and cuddling. He knowns how to sit, wait and lay down. Buck is also house trained, microchipped, vaccinated and neutered. He is around 9 months old. If Buck is the perfect pup for you, visit AdamsCountyPetRescue.com and fill out his application. If you can’t adopt but you would like to help a local shelter, visit the website and click “donate.”

Wobbling into your life like a sweetheart
April 24, 2025 12:15 p.m.

Wobbling into your life like a sweetheart

MOSES LAKE – Wabbles is a relatively new face at Grant County Animal Outrach, having arrived on April 18 and she’s just settling in. A domestic shorthair mix, she’s estimated to be about two years old and it’s unknown if she’s been housetrained as yet. Still, she’d love a chance to be your furrever friend and learn the ways of the couch potato or be queen of the cat tree. We’ll leave her tendencies up to her. For more information, visit grantcountyanimaloutreach.org or call 509-762-9616. If you are unable to adopt, consider supporting the shelter by clicking the “donate” button at the top of the website.

Mysteries, murders and mayhem at Masquers Theater
February 6, 2025 3:20 a.m.

Mysteries, murders and mayhem at Masquers Theater

SOAP LAKE – “Clue: On Stage” cast members gather around Miss Scarlet (Jessica Stredwick) and Mr. Boddy’s briefcase. The briefcase, locked, supposedly holds all of the partygoers' darkest secrets. From left to right in the back is Mr. Green (Blane Schafer), Mrs. Peacock (Victoria Drake), Colonel Mustard (Dave Stearns), Yvette (Kristina Allman), Professor Plum (Justin Martin), Mrs. White (Rosalee Chamberlain). In the front is Wadsworth (Rebecca Grommesh) and Miss Scarlet. The show runs on Fridays at 7:30 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m. It begins this Friday, Feb. 7, and runs through Feb. 23. Tickets are available at masquers.com/clue.

Sweet Rose looking for a new home
May 5, 2025 10 a.m.

Sweet Rose looking for a new home

OTHELLO – Rose Murex is a young lady looking for a home with a loving family that will help her grow and prosper. One of several puppies at Adams County Pet Rescue, Rose is up to date on all of her shots and is microchipped. She’d love a home with other dogs and children, but she’d also be happy being someone’s only pet. She’s ready for you to come spoil her rotten. If you’re not in a position to adopt, but would like to support ACPR, visit adamscountypetrescue.com and click the “volunteer” or “donate” button to contribute. Other pets may also be viewed on the site, including dogs and cats of all ages.

The purr-fect companion
May 29, 2025 5:31 p.m.

The purr-fect companion

MOSES LAKE – Meet Chucky, a really good boy looking for an even better home. He is a large black and white male cat with a little bit of spunk. He is the purr-fect companion for those who like snuggles and a cute laid-back cat. He is a domestic shorthair/mix, neutered and up to date on vaccinations. He said he is ready to come home and snuggle with you as you cuddle up with a cozy book. If he seems like your type of guy, 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.”

Bella is looking for a family
March 27, 2025 9:35 a.m.

Bella is looking for a family

SOAP LAKE – Bella is a long-haired mild-mannered pup looking for her permanent home. She can get anxious, so a patient and experienced adopter is best for her. She is very smart and loves enriching play with other dogs and humans too. She is spayed, up to date on shots and ready to go home with you if you would have her. If Bella has won your heart, visit RockBottomRocker.com and put in an application for her. If you can’t adopt the sweet girl but would like to help a local shelter, visit the website and click “donate.”

Adopt Diva, a demure and mindful cutie
March 28, 2025 1:30 p.m.

Adopt Diva, a demure and mindful cutie

MOSES LAKE -- Diva is a torte point Siamese with very refined taste and around 4 years of worldly experiences. While other cats like to chase laser pointers and being menaces, she likes to spend her days in quiet contemplation on a plush surface basking in sunlight. Diva’s needs are simple: options for many naps, regular head scratches and sweet treats. She is spayed, up to date on vaccinations and microchipped. If you recognize her superior feline grace and would like a lovely companion, visit GrantCountyAnimalOutreach.org and fill out an adoption form. If adopting isn’t feasible for you now but you would like to help a local shelter, visit the site and click “donate.”

Your new best friend awaits
March 25, 2025 12:05 p.m.

Your new best friend awaits

MOSES LAKE — Juno, a perfect contender for the role of your new best friend, is patiently waiting for you to go to GrantCountyAnimalOutreach.org and fill out his application. He is a 2-year-old neutered American Staffordshire pit bull mix. He loves people and gets along well with other pups. He would be the perfect companion for a loving family. He said he is the bestest boy and he deserves the bestest of homes. If this sounds like a perfect fit, visit the website and fill out his application today. If you don’t have room for the sweet boy but would like to help a local shelter, visit the website and click “donate.”