Fire damage closes rail wheat shipping route

Repairs expected to be done by Sept. 3

MLPD deems Night Out a success

The men and women of the Moses Lake Police Department would like to thank all who participated in our National Night Out celebration yesterday. Over 600 people came to join in the festivities at Sinkiuse Square. It was an opportunity for people to meet neighbors, gain information on local safety and crime prevention programs, enjoy food and listen to great music.

Sika deer 'deleterious' under Fish and Wildlife rules

MOSES LAKE — A longtime resident says he is upset over a regulation from the Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife saying he is unable to keep the deer he raises.

Authorities investigate killing of grizzly bear in E. Idaho

ASHTON, Idaho (AP) — Wildlife officials are investigating the killing of a federally protected grizzly bear in eastern Idaho near Yellowstone National Park that had been part of a research study.

Authorities investigate killing of grizzly bear in E. Idaho

ASHTON, Idaho (AP) — Wildlife officials are investigating the killing of a federally protected grizzly bear in eastern Idaho near Yellowstone National Park that had been part of a research study.

Invasive species: Carp

Of course, carp is an invasive species, but as with the pheasant, the common carp was welcomed with open arms.

Soap Lake man sentenced to more than 22 years for production of child pornography

SPOKANE – On Oct. 11, U.S. District Judge Thomas O. Rice sentenced Soap Lake resident Michael Gene Rice, 49, to 264 months and 27 days in federal prison for Production and Attempted Production of Child Pornography, according to a statement from the U.S. Attorney’s Office...

Charles Leroy Selfridge

Charles Leroy Selfridge, 80, of Warden, Washington, passed away from Alzheimer’s Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2022, at home with family by his side.

Michael Leonard Keeling

Michael Leonard Keeling was born in Moses Lake, Washington on Dec. 30, 1967, and passed away on Nov. 10, 2022, at 54 years old. He married Janet Keeling on Aug. 28, 2021. They had seven kids total, four children and three stepchildren: Alfonso Chavez, Jose Chavez, Amy Chavez, Mike Keeling Jr., Jim Keeling, John Keeling and Jean Keeling, all of Moses Lake. He is survived by his dad Albert Keeling Sr. in Crescent City, California, one sister Pam Keeling of Centralia, Washington and one brother, of Moses Lake, Washington. He also had numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

Spring thoughts bouncing around my mind

MOSES LAKE - Spring is official, at least on the calendar. We still have until May 15 before the average last frost date has come and gone. But one thing for sure is the fact daytime temperatures will continue to warm and before long summer will arrive.

A look at the upcoming waterfowl and upland seasons

At least four pamphlets are published each year for the benefit of outdoor-minded people. The spring turkey hunting pamphlet is comprised of the least amount of pages.

Paying top dollar for higher ed

Public institutions discuss charging private tuition rates

Fresh News from MarDon

The Fall Walleye Index Netting was held on Potholes Reservoir this week, this study is used to identify walleye populations and health. The data is gathered also to help determine appropriate walleye limits. Mark Peterson, Region 2 Fish Biologist, leads the team that conducts this study. Volunteers help with this extremely laborious event. The volunteers this year were from the Central Washington Fish Advisory Committee (cwfac.org) and the Hidas Valley Scouting Group from Ellensburg.

Lake Chelan offers a variety of fishing action in the Spring

I know you've heard me say that I enjoy getting out and exploring new fishing opportunities in Central Washington.  I like to learn about new places to go and to share what I learn with my readers.

Fresh News from MarDon

All boat ramps on Potholes Reservoir are ice free. Early signs of spring are everywhere. Bank fishers are finding some quality trout up to 28 inches. Ice off bank fishing for jumbo rainbow trout is in full swing. Boat and bank Trout fishers are finding luck at Upper Goose Lake. Don't forget Upper Goose has not only trout but also many of the same species of fish that are found in Potholes Reservoir. Reports of some nice size trout have been caught on the point at the Blythe Boat launch, between MarDon Resort and the Potholes State Park.

Spring turkey season opens today

The spring turkey season is now open as of this morning, Friday, April 15, at 5:48 a.m. The season will continue through May 31.

30 from Grant County included in 232 arrests by U.S. Marshals

EPHRATA - Nearly 30 wanted felons in Grant County were arrested during a fugitive sweep of eastern Washington by the Pacific Northwest Violent Offenders task force, which includes four members of the Grant County Sheriff's Office.

The great leaders who forged the future of Washington's forests and fish

GUEST EDITORIAL

Billy Frank, Jr. and Stu Bledsoe came from very different backgrounds, yet their friendship and determination laid the groundwork for what today is known as Washington's historic Forests and Fish agreement. Those accords paved the way to revitalized wild salmon habitats, cleaner water and better forest management.

Heavy rains hit eastern China from weakening tropical storm

BEIJING (AP) — Heavy rains and high winds were hitting China's eastern coastal region Tuesday from a tropical storm weakening as it neared Shanghai.

Lady Vikings dominate Lady Eagles

MOSES LAKE — It took five innings for the Lady Vikings to defeat the Lady Eagles of Eastern Washington University in the second game of a double header Saturday.