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Potato Day coming in February
MOSES LAKE - Staff from the Washington State Potato Commission will celebrate Potato Day in Olympia on Feb. 21. “The most viable voice in Olympia is a farmer,” said Chris Voigt, Executive Director at the Washington State Potato Commission...
New watermaster selected for ECBID Othello district
OTHELLO — Kyle Carlson has been selected as the Othello watermaster for the East Columbia Basin Irrigation District. Carlson will replace current watermaster Rod Barker, who is retiring March 31. “I’d like to thank Rod for his years of service to the district and wish him well,” wrote Craig Simpson, ECBID secretary-manager, in a press release. “We’re thrilled to promote Kyle Carlson to the Othello watermaster position.” District officials also announced that Joel De La Torre has been hired as the ditchrider for Othello 523, and Wyatt Ivey has been hired for the ditchrider’s job in Othello 522. Jonathan Quezada has been hired as a district construction worker. “Our team has continued to grow and evolve as we remain focused on providing reliable and sustainable irrigation water for our landowners,” Simpson wrote. “I am confident that these new team members will enhance our ability to do so.”
Mavs swim to success
MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake Mavericks swam away with a win in the Columbia Basin Big 9 girls’ swim and dive district meet this weekend, scoring a combined 529 points. With the win, the Mavs advance to the 2022 state meet in Federal Way on Nov. 10-12. The Mavs had first-place finishes in the 50-yard, 100-yard, 200-yard and 500-yard freestyle events and the 200- and 400-yard freestyle relays. Moses Lake also earned a first-place finish in the 100-yard breaststroke event...
WSU’s Watson named to Doak Walker Award watch list
DALLAS – Washington State running back Nakia Watson was one of 74 players named to the preseason watch list for the Doak Walker Award, presented annually to the nation’s top college running back...
CWU names interim associate VP of academic affairs
ELLENSBURG — Central Washington University announced this week that it has selected Dr. Kurt Kirstein as interim associate vice president of academic affairs.
Europe's winter storm moves east, disrupting travel, schools
BERLIN (AP) — A strong winter storm that battered the British Isles and northern Europe with hurricane-force winds and heavy rains has moved to the east, disrupting travel across Germany and prompting authorities in some regions to close schools as a precaution.
How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday
Stocks gave up early gains and ended mixed on Wall Street Wednesday as strong showings by some tech companies were offset by losses elsewhere.
How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday
Stocks gave up early gains and ended mixed on Wall Street Wednesday as strong showings by some tech companies were offset by losses elsewhere.
Tigers girls tennis rallies against Bulldogs
EPHRATA – The Ephrata Tigers girls tennis team went on the road and pulled off a tight 3-2 win over the Ellensburg Bulldogs on Thursday. It was a hard-fought win.
Lucy Lou is looking to be adopted by you
MOSES LAKE — Looking to brighten your home with a bit of playful spunk? Meet Lucy Lou, a delightful 2-year-old Chihuahua mix who's a fan favorite at Grant County Animal Outreach. With her zest for life and love for cuddles, we're sure she'll wiggle her way into your heart in no time! Lucy Lou has a knack for turning any ordinary day into an extraordinary adventure. Whether she's snuggling by your side or chasing after her favorite toy, her charm is hard to resist. Though small in stature, Lucy Lou's personality is larger than life, and she's eagerly awaiting her forever family. If she has won your heart, visit GrantCountyAnimalOutreach.org and fill out an application. If adopting isn’t possible right now but you would like to help a local shelter, visit the website and click “donate.”
Dance club offers squares and rounds
MOSES LAKE – The 4x8’s dance club, a local nonprofit group with more than 70 years in Moses Lake, will host a series of lessons starting Monday. The group dances to a variety of genres, according to a statement from the group, and offers a chance to socialize and have fun.
Seahawks claim cornerback Derion Kendrick off waivers, release Shaquill Griffin
SEATTLE (AP) — The Seattle Seahawks claimed former Los Angeles Rams cornerback Derion Kendrick off waivers on Wednesday. To clear room for Kendrick on the 53-man roster, Seattle released veteran cornerback Shaquill Griffin, who it signed to a one-year deal in June with the expectation of him competing for the team's third cornerback spot.
Pedestrian struck on Broadway in Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE — A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle on West Broadway Avenue near South Beech Street. The road was closed off for a time while emergency services worked to help the victim.
Dumplin' looking for a home
Hey there sugar-britches. My name's Dumplin' and I'm likely the cutest thing you'll see today. I'm not braggin' darlin', I just know what I bring to the table – adorableness. I'm just a touch over two years old and about 44 pounds. I enjoy lots of love from my people and a chance to play and snuggle as needed. Biscuits are, of course, always welcome. I've been spayed, so there's no worry about me having pups if you adopt me. My shots are also all up to date and I'm just ready to have fun with my peeps. Find out more about me and my fellow four-legged friends at grantcountybanimaloutreach.org. If you're unsure about adopting, but still want to help out, click the "donate" link at the top of the website.
A little bit of Chaos
MOSES LAKE – It's chaotic times out here. However, pets will help you get through these tumultuous times, especially Chaos the cat. Don’t let the sweet boy's name fool you, he is actually a sweetheart. He is still figuring out the whole human's thing though. He said he is starting to figure out not every creature on two legs is all that bad, especially the ones that bring him wet food and treats. He can be timid to begin with but treats will win his heart pretty fast though. Chaos is looking for the purr-fect forever home where his humans are willing to patiently gain his trust, snuggle him, scratch his head and of course feed him so many treats. If this sounds like your type of deal, visit GrantCountyAnimalOutreach.org and fill out an adoption application. If you don’t have room for Chaos in your life but still want to help a local shelter, visit the website and click “donate.”
Looking for her Happily-Ever-After
SOAP LAKE – It’s a paws-itively enchanting experience meeting two-year-old Princess Ebby, who is looking for her forever throne. This petite medium-sized mixed breed, tipping the scale at 45 pounds has a tail-wagging story – she was brought to the pantry as a pup which a shattered back left leg, presumably from an unfortunate encounter with a human. Thanks to some doggone great care and a successful orthopedic surgery, she can now prance around with grace – even if one leg is slightly shorter. Despite a rocky start, Ebby’s future looks bright. This spirted pooch is not only up to date on all of her vaccinations, but she is also spayed and ready to scamper into the hearts of her new family. If you have the perfect palace for this princess, 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.”
Singapore governing party set to extend power in elections
SINGAPORE (AP) — Singaporeans vote Friday in Southeast Asia’s first election since the coronavirus pandemic began, with the health crisis and a grim economy expected to bolster Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong’s party and extend its unbroken rule.
BOYS PREP BASKETBALL: Tri Cities Prep 45, WARDEN 43
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US prepares 1st execution of female inmate in 67 years
MISSION, Kan. (AP) — The U.S. government on Tuesday prepared to carry out its first execution of a female inmate in nearly seven decades — a Kansas woman who killed an expectant mother in Missouri, cut the baby from her womb and passed off the newborn as her own.
WSU, Colorado look to end losing streaks
PULLMAN – After Colorado and Washington State opened the season at 3-0, the two teams have followed up their undefeated starts with 1-6 records in their last seven games.