It's a job just getting ready for the fair

MOSES LAKE - There's not a lot of time to waste, not even on a blast-furnace-hot day in the exhibit buildings at the Grant County Fairgrounds, many of which don't have air conditioning. It's Monday morning and Tuesday is coming fast.

National parks are open — with some changes — amid virus

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Most national parks are open as a refuge for Americans tired of being stuck at home during a global pandemic, but despite now being free to visit, people may find it more difficult than normal to enjoy them as parks close visitor centers, shuttles, lodges and restaurants to fight the spread of the coronavirus.

National parks are open — with some changes — amid virus

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Most national parks are open as a refuge for Americans tired of being stuck at home during a global pandemic, but despite now being free to visit, people may find it more difficult than normal to enjoy them as parks close visitor centers, shuttles, lodges and restaurants to fight the spread of the coronavirus.

Building permits for Sept. 16, 2022

Unincorporated Grant County, City of Moses Lake

Clayton Thomas Pray

Clayton was born in Madras, Oregon, on June 11, 1973. He lived the majority of his life in Moses Lake. Clayton went to Peninsula Elementary School and Frontier Junior High and graduated from Moses Lake High School.

Step dance steps up in Moses Lake

'Collaboration of everybody' at Stomp the Yard in Sinkiuse Square

Meet Buddha, a big love bug

SOAP LAKE – Are you prepared to welcome a bundle of joy with enough love to lift anyone's spirits? Buddha, the bullmastiff/boxer mix, is here to steal your heart with his adorable antics and cuddly personality. At just over a year old and regal at 100 pounds, Buddha's heart is as mighty as his size. He’s neutered, microchipped and all set with his vaccinations. He's not just a dog—he’s a fur-ocious friend filled with happy energy and plenty of snuggles. Despite his large stature, this gentle giant is more cuddlebear than guard dog. Buddha is eager to learn, make you laugh, and become the most paw-some member of your family! Don't let Buddha’s wag-tastic future pass by, fill out an application for him today by visiting RockBottomRocker.org. Consider lending a paw by donating or volunteering with The Rock Bottom Rocker Pet Pantry, visit the website and click “donate” or reach out to them on Facebook to coordinate volunteering.

A giving tradition: Columbia Basin Elks keep annual Thanksgiving event going amid limitations

Smiles and ‘thank yous’ were in abundance as people came through the line at the Elks Lodge in Moses Lake on Wednesday afternoon. While the event might have looked a little different this year with restrictions due to COVID-19, the appreciation from the community remained the same.

Soap Lake seeks a way to revitalize mineral water system

SOAP LAKE — The City of Soap Lake is looking at ways to revitalize the town’s antiquated and mostly non-functional system for mineral water distribution. And town officials are looking for public input following the publication of the city’s mineral water system plan on Monday.

Soap Lake man arrested on outstanding warrants

SOAP LAKE — In a joint effort, the Soap Lake Police Department and Grant County Sheriff’s Office arrested 30-year-old James Ghent of Soap Lake on outstanding felony warrants Wednesday morning, according to a press release from the Grant County Sheriff’s Office. The press release by GCSO stated Ghent was in possession of tools commonly used in burglaries...

Play ball! Parade and ceremonies kick off youth sports

MOSES LAKE — The wind was blowing fast and furious, but the sun was bright and so were the spirits of the players, coaches and families who took part in the Moses Lake Youth Baseball Parade and Opening Day Ceremonies Saturday morning. The event is a 15-year-old tradition, said Moses Lake Youth Baseball Association secretary Marie Jones.

Rev. Klockers: Demon possession in the Bible and COVID-19 have some things in common

In the Gospel of Mark, there are two important readings that beg to be compared and contrasted. They are found in the first and fifth chapters of Mark respectively.

Beverly Jean Canfield

Our chocoholic, sports fanatic Beverly Jean Canfield’s courageous battle came to an end Sunday, September 14, 2014 in the extraordinarily loving care of Columbia Basin Hospital in Ephrata, Washington.

Excerpts from recent South Dakota editorials

Yankton Daily Press & Dakotan, July 16

Huskies beat Jacks

Weekend prep recaps

OTHELLO —The Othello boys soccer team survived a physical Central Washington Athletic Conference (CWAC) match at home with defending league champion Quincy Saturday to remain atop the conference standings.

Weekly Fishin' Magician Report with Dave Graybill

Elks Club gives local kids a chance to learn the game of golf

Young swingers

MOSES LAKE — Garden Heights second-grader Steve Moses stood over the ball on his approach shot into the 17th green Thursday morning at the Links at Moses Pointe Golf Course.

Robert D. Parsons

Robert D. Parsons passed away Thursday, August 12, 2004. He was a longtime Moses Lake resident.

Ephrata man arrested for shooting

Victim remains in serious condition

Harry "Dale" Davis Jr.

Harry "Dale" Davis Jr. died 11/13/13 at his home in Moses Lake, WA at the age of 85 years young.