Lake Wenatchee sockeye fishery still open; closes Aug. 31

There are still sockeye to be caught on Lake Wenatchee, according to Fish and Wildlife, but the season is scheduled to close Aug. 31 at one hour after sunset.

Grant County lakes deemed very productive

Lakes filled with fish for opening day

Rainy but warm weather in this week’s forecast

MOSES LAKE — Storms to the west, with rain forecast every day this week in Seattle. Storms to the east, with snow and rain Tuesday in Spokane and rain the rest of the week. Storms to the south – a “potent storm system” spreading along the West Coast from California to Washington.

More hunting preparation suggestions

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The Fishin' Magician Weekly Report

Tuesday, July 19, 2016

Fish and Wildlife meeting to discuss routine lake treatments • Mrs. Washington: Moses Lake's Natalie Luttmer takes title • Man charged for spitting on police, kicking inside of patrol car • Tumult over rules, condemnation of Clinton at GOP convention • Boy, 12, arrested for gun possession • Parks and Rec physical fitness 'boot camp' next week • Don't throw away that purslane, make a meal of it • Manta Rays second at Sizzlin' Summer

Fresh News from MarDon

Thank you to all the military men and women for providing our freedom we enjoy.

Eastern releases Dean’s List for winter 2021

CHENEY — The following Basin students were named to the Dean’s List at Eastern Washington University for the winter 2021 quarter.

Local police departments to hire with federal grants

Three agencies in Grant and Adams counties were awarded a total of $625,000 of direct funding from the U.S. Department of Justice for the hiring of additional law enforcement officers, according to a Tuesday press release from the U.S. Attorney Office for the Eastern District of Washington.

Master Hunter Program

What is the Master Hunter Permit Program? As stated by Fish and Wildlife: "The Master Hunter Permit Program is designed to promote responsible hunting. In addition to training, the program emphasizes safe, lawful and ethical hunting priorities while upholding the highest standards. The program offers an opportunity for conscientious, committed hunters who care about the future of hunting to assume a leadership role among their peers. Through their knowledge and conduct in the field, Master Hunters play a key role in improving relationships with landowners, thus ensuring continued hunter access to private lands."

EPA says federal dams raise water temperature in Snake River

LEWISTON, Idaho (AP) — An Environmental Protection Agency report provides details about how federal government dams in the Snake and Columbia river system raise summer water temperatures, hurting endangered salmon runs.

EPA says federal dams raise water temperature in Snake River

LEWISTON, Idaho (AP) — An Environmental Protection Agency report provides details about how federal government dams in the Snake and Columbia river system raise summer water temperatures, hurting endangered salmon runs.

Officials to begin 3-year study of elk in Kentucky

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Researchers are launching a three-year study of elk in Kentucky.

Parents follow couple to the sun of Desert Aire

DESERT AIRE - Brad and Karen Kleinschmidt were tired of Seattle area traffic and weather when they decided to move here in 2005.

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Reader thanks tournament helpers

Fishing heats up for holiday weekend

Pending home sales jump nationally by 8.2 percent

MOSES LAKE - Agreed upon offers for homes, or pending sales, jumped by 8.2 percent from April to May in the United States, reports the National Association of Realtors.

Fresh News from MarDon

Trout action has been reported from many seep lakes below O'Sullivan Dam this past week. All lakes in our area now open except for Warden Lake which opens April 27, 2013.

Summer — not spring — weather forecast for next week

MOSES LAKE — While it’s not the hottest weather ever in mid-May, the Columbia Basin is getting an early taste of summer, with temperatures in the high 80s to mid-90s expected through next weekend. Todd Carter, meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Spokane, said that while the temperatures are not unheard of for this time of year in Eastern Washington, it’s still pretty warm for mid-May...

Invasive species cropping up again in Washington

SPOKANE — The boating season is officially underway in Washington state. To keep lakes, rivers, and other water bodies clean and beautiful, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife is asking the public to take a few simple steps when launching boats or other vessels this season, according to a press release from the department...