Vikings fall short on the road

MOSES LAKE – On Wednesday, the Big Bend Vikings (2-14) traveled to Ontario, Oregon to face Treasure Valley. In three sets, the Vikings were defeated 3-0. Head Coach Lindsey Linthicum said she is trying to change their approach to the mentality of the game.

Asian shares mixed as China reports faster growth in trade

Shares were mixed in Asia on Tuesday, as investors were encouraged by strong growth in China's trade in September.

Big Bend softball sweeps North Idaho for first time in program history

MOSES LAKE — Vikings Field proved to be the Pacific Northwest launching pad Wednesday afternoon when Big Bend swept North Idaho College for the first time in program history in a doubleheader that featured a combined eight home runs.

Big Bend splits with league-leading Columbia Basin

MOSES LAKE — Anytime you can take one from the league leaders that's a reason to tip your cap and keep on slugging.

Huskies, Jacks working to change the culture of boys basketball

It’s a new season with a clean slate and the Othello and Quincy boys basketball teams are ready to change the culture surrounding two programs that finished at the bottom of the Central Washington Athletic Conference last season.

Powerful earthquake shakes southern, central Mexico

MEXICO CITY (AP) — A powerful earthquake centered near the southern Mexico resort of Huatulco killed at least one person, swayed buildings in Mexico City and sent thousands fleeing into the streets.

Skilled, speedy Pasco cruises past Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - After an inspiring comeback effort Saturday afternoon, the Moses Lake High School girls soccer team thought it was ready for the rigors of Columbia Basin League play.

Ephrata rolls past Mark Morris

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EPHRATA — With strong winds blowing and temperatures dropping at Ephrata’s Johnson-O’Brien Stadium Tuesday night, the Tigers rose to the occasion to knock of Mark Morris of Longview in their non-conference baseball match up.

Chiefs head to Richland with state push in sight

By Alan DaleHerald sports writer

MOSES LAKE — Now it’s their turn.

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Huskies gear up for Selah showdown

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GRANDVIEW — With their eyes peering in the distance the Othello Huskies maintained focus on what was in front of them as they pounded Grandview in a 55-6 Central Washington Athletic Conference (CWAC) match last night.

Hot streak continues for Chiefs

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MOSES LAKE — A key save, some clutch defense, and just a little more of everything was enough for the Moses Lake Chiefs soccer team on Saturday afternoon at Lions Field.

CHEF DEZ ON COOKING - Classic White Butter Sauce

Although I don't claim to be a nutrition expert, I feel the need to begin this column with the disclaimer that the following recipe contains a couple ingredients that are high in fat. This very classic sauce does however make for a wonderfully rich treat on occasion to top your favorite seafood or chicken. Beurre Blanc, also known as White Butter Sauce is a brilliant combination of flavors and richness. This is a sauce that is known worldwide by all chefs and is sure to bring compliments at your dinner table.

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ML Chiefs looking for state berth this season

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Chiefs haven't made the state playoffs since 2006 and finished with an overall record of 4-6.

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Moses Lake tennis splits with Eastmont

Boys win, girls lose

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake boys tennis avenged an early season road loss at Eastmont with a 4-3 win over the Wildcats at home Tuesday.

Othello, Quincy split CWAC doubleheader

OTHELLO — When you split a conference doubleheader on the road, you walk away with a little bit of satisfaction. Same holds true if you come back to win the late game to salvage a conference split at home, it beats the alternative.

Ephrata, Othello split key CWAC doubleheader

EPHRATA — With the way the Central Washington Athletic Conference is shaking out, Ephrata and Othello just might see each other again on May 3 in a District 5-6 loser-out game to open the playoffs.

Yakima Valley smothers Big Bend's effort in 3-0 NWAC East victory

MOSES LAKE — They swing. They dive. The scramble. They fly around, but at the end of the day, 6-foot-1 still has the advantage over 5-4.