Perry, a gentleman with a smile

MOSES LAKE – Perry's my name and being suave is my game. I’d like to think so anyhow. I’m a mix of a little bit of everything and weigh in at around 44 pounds. I’m still fairly young at just under two and a half years old.

Adopt a furry eagle

OTHELLO – Adams County Pet Rescue has not one, but two eagles up for adoption. Don’t be concerned, these “eagles” are not a protected species, nor do they have wings – instead they are furry babies who are perfect family pets. Crowned Eagle, left, is a male husky mix whose brows charm most. Golden Eagle, right, is a male shepherd mix who loves an ear rub. Both are neutered, vaccinated, microchipped and ready to find their forever homes. If both, or either pup, interests you, visit AdamsCountyPetRescue.com and fill out their applications. If you can’t adopt right now but you would like to help a local shelter, visit the website and click “donate.”

MLPD arrests one after firearm shown at coffee stand

MOSES LAKE – A 34-year-old Moses Lake man was arrested Monday afternoon after displaying a handgun in the drive-through of an espresso stand, according to Grant County Sheriff’s Office.

Polka-dotted prince

OTHELLO – Cabella, a dazzling dude, is looking for someone to give puppy kisses to. He also said he very much likes playing with dog toys, going on walks and belly rubs. He is an adult yellow labrador retriever full of love. If he seems like your type of pup, you are quite lucky because he is up for adoption at Adams County Pet Rescue in Othello. He is vaccinated and neutered. If you are interested in taking home this golden goober, visit AdamsCountyPetRescue.com 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.”

Big paws to match her big heart

OTHELLO – Heeya, a young chocolate labrador retriever mix is looking for a family. She said she will be growing into those big paws of hers. She would like to use said paws for long walks, swimming and to rest on you as you cozy up with a good book. Outside of her big beans, she also has a big heart and gets along well with humans and other furry friends. She is vaccinated, microchipped and spayed. If her sweet green eyes have charmed you, visit AdamsCountyPetRescue.com and fill out her application. If you can’t adopt a sweet girl right now, but you would like to help a local shelter, visit the website and click “donate.”

One injured in Desert Aire shooting

DESERT AIRE — One man sustained life-threatening injuries in a shooting at the Shell gas station at 5 Desert Aire Drive SW in Desert Aire Saturday around 5:30 p.m. The case is still under investigation.

Looking for his home Turf

OTHELLO – Turf, a spunky little fella with a lot of cute and a lot of love to give, is currently staying at Adams County Pet Rescue. A small terrier mix, Turf is up to date on all of his vaccines and while he isn’t a fan of cats, he gets along well with dogs. Like all of his four-legged friends up for adoption at ACPR, he won’t be adding to the pet pupulation any time soon – all ACPR animals get neutered or spayed – and he just generally wants a loving home. Find out more about adopting Turf by visiting adamscountypetrescue.com, calling 509-488-5514 or stopping by the shelter at 1961 W. Bench Road in Othello.

Moses Lake man dies in collision near Soap Lake

SOAP LAKE — A Moses Lake man was killed Saturday morning in a collision just outside Soap Lake, according to a statement from the Washington State Patrol. The man was identified as Ricardo Alcantar Mesina, 39, according to the statement.

Paw-sitively charming pup

OTHELLO -- Meet Rainwash, the 9.8-pound wunderpup is ready to leash the hearts of his new family. This tail-wagging two-year-old enjoys fetching and barking up the right trees. Now looking for his new home, he is sure to rain joy on any household parade. Adopt Rainwash today by visiting AdamsCountyPetRescue.com, fill out his application and let the good times roll over. If you can’t adopt right now but you would like to help a local shelter, visit the website and click “donate.” Like all of his fellow furry friends ready for adoption at ACPR, Rainwash is neutered/spayed, microchipped and up-to-date on all of his vaccinations.

A princess looking for her castle

SOAP LAKE – Meet Princess Ebby, a brave, playful cuddle bug with a heart of gold. She’s overcome so much and still greets the world with joy and curiosity. One leg is shorter, but her spirit? Unstoppable. Adopt Ebby and gain a lifelong snuggle buddy who’ll fill your days with love, laughter, and belly rubs. She is spayed, vaccinated and ready to go home to a luxurious castle, a house or an apartment will do. If she seems like your type of girl, visit RockBottomRocker.org and fill out her application. If you can’t adopt right now but would like to help a local shelter, visit the website and click “donate.”

Lions lose opportunity to gain ground

Pateros 43Moses Lake Christian Academy 34

MOSES LAKE — It was an opportunity to close the gaps on the leaders of the 1B North Central Washington league.

Lions win a thriller in Soap Lake, defeat Eagles 64-62

SOAP LAKE – Tied at 59 with just over three minutes to go, the Moses Lake Christian Academy/Covenant Christian School Lions forced key defensive stops and connected on clutch baskets to leave Soap Lake with a 64-62 win Tuesday night.

EWU earns win in rivalry game against WSU

PULLMAN – The Eastern Washington Eagles Women’s basketball team (6-4) earned a significant win against the Washington State Cougars 71-69. This game marked the Eagles’ first win over the Cougars since March 18, 2015 when the teams faced off in the first round of the Women’s NIT tournament. “Washington State is a really good team. They’re very well coached and they’re prepared,” said Eagles Head Coach Joddie Gleason. “They run their offense really well and are hard to guard. Coming in here to get the win is huge for us. It shows that we’re read to get these road wins in the Big Sky.”

Mavs suffer first loss in overtime

MOSES LAKE – On Tuesday, the Moses Lake Mavericks (4-1) lost a heartbreaker to the Wenatchee Panthers in a 7-6 shootout. The Mavs came out strong but struggled to put Wenatchee away. Head Coach Alysha Overland said they beat themselves.

Huskies roll ahead of Ellensburg to start season

OTHELLO – The Othello Huskies made a strong start to their season after earning a 49-0 win on the road over Ellensburg Saturday evening. “We’re senior-dominated, we have guys with a lot of experience,” said Huskies defensive coach Kevin Hale. “We have all-state quality guys at certain positions, so we expected to do well, and we did on both sides of the ball.”

Community comes together for Daniel Alcala’s family following shooting

EPHRATA — In the wake of a shooting incident in Ephrata July 20, the local community is rallying around the family of Daniel Alcala, who was fatally shot during an altercation at a gas pumps. Alcala, 30, was a husband and father to three children. According to the Grant County Coroner Investigator Maxwell Yoder, his death resulted from multiple gunshot wounds. The death has officially been ruled a homicide, according to a statement from the City of Ephrata.

Wildcats selected to finish second in preseason poll

ELLENSBURG – On Thursday, the Central Washington Wildcats were selected to finish second in the Lone Star Conference, according to a statement by CWU athletics. The 2025 preseason poll also indicated the Wildcats received four first-place votes. “It's an honor that the schools in the LSC think that highly of us,” CWU Head Football Coach Chris Fisk said.

Ephrata HS Honor Society hosting Oscars for character awards

EPHRATA — The Ephrata High School Honor Society will host its fourth annual Oscar Night today. The event starts at 7 p.m. in the Ephrata High School commons. “It was four years ago; our honor society president came up with the idea for it,” EHS National Honor Society advisor Sheila Massey said. “They were looking for a way to do a little bit more with something that tied in with the pillars of Honor Society, which are scholarship, leadership, service and character. They were hoping to kind of get away from only the focus on scholarship and grades, and so the president at that time kind of brainstormed some ideas and came up with the idea of Oscar night to celebrate character awards.”

ACPR spotlight: Adoptable pets ready for new homes

OTHELLO – Adams County Pet Rescue has a lively assortment of adoptees waiting for their forever homes, featuring an array of feline friends and canine companions.

SNAP benefits uncertain after Nov. 1

MOSES LAKE — Whether or not benefits through the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program will be available to Washington residents after Nov. 1 is still to be determined and is dependent on events in Washington DC. Those events are still unfolding, said Matt Reed, communications director for Fourth District Congressman Dan Newhouse.