Moses Lake Airshow showcases all things airborne

MOSES LAKE — The weather on Saturday, the first day of the Moses Lake Airshow, gave a whole new meaning to the word “barnstorming.” “We almost didn't get the planes off the ground because it was a side wind,” said the show’s organizer, Terry Quick. “On the big runway, it was strong enough that if they were trying to lift off it would have blown them off the runway. As it worked out, we were able to open up a different runway and they could take off into the wind. One guy got airborne in less than 100 yards, so it was pretty strong winds, to say the least.”

Bluebird Boutique now open in Ephrata

EPHRATA – When you walk into The Bluebird Boutique in downtown Ephrata, the variety of products offered is immediately apparent. Shop owner BreAnna Bridges said that’s because it’s a reflection of her own tastes and several vendors she works with and everyone brings something unique into the mix.

City, ACPR advisor discuss Othello animal control contract

OTHELLO — Retired veterinarian Ernie Summers addressed the Othello City Council during the Feb. 26 meeting to raise concerns about Adams County Pet Rescue’s sheltering contract negotiations with the city, which fell through in December.

Building permits for Aug. 23, 2024

Building permits for Aug. 23, 2024

Law enforcement reports for the week of Feb. 28

Ephrata Police Department Feb. 18 Report of theft from a business in the 200 block of Basin Street Southwest. Feb. 19 Report of attempted theft of alcohol from a business in the 1100 block of Basin Street Southwest. Feb. 20 Report of a vehicle prowl on Basin Street Southwest. Report of a vehicle prowl on F Street Northeast...

Blue Jays 3-for-3 in weekend series against Mariners

SEATTLE (AP) — The Toronto Blue Jays took home a perfect series of wins over the weekend against the Mariners, with the Jays starting off with a 6-3 win in the Mariners’ home stadium Friday night, with Addison Barger tapping three doubles in the first match of the three-game weekend series.

Lions win fourth straight Central Washington 1B district title

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Christian Academy/Cascade Christan School boys basketball team won their fourth consecutive Central Washington 1B District 6 championship Feb. 21 with a 49-26 win over Waterville-Mansfield. The Lions were among local teams looking to qualify for the state tournament over the weekend.

Louisiana braces to relive a nightmare with Hurricane Delta

LAKE CHARLES, La. (AP) — People in south Louisiana steeled themselves Friday as Hurricane Delta delivered bands of rain, strong winds and rising water as the storm neared landfall in a part of the state still recovering from a deadly catastrophic hurricane six weeks ago.

60,000 in Southern California to evacuate after blaze grows

LOS ANGELES (AP) — A fast-moving wildfire forced evacuation orders for 60,000 people in Southern California on Monday as powerful winds across the state prompted power to be cut to hundreds of thousands to prevent utility equipment from sparking new blazes.

Chargers' Kelley, Eagles' Sanders among best bets to score

It was a tough Week 2 for a lot of fantasy teams with the number injuries that occurred all across the league, but it’s a new week and a new opportunity. These are the favorite running back and wide receiver bets to score in Week 3:

Othello holds off Warden to win Girls Regional wrestling championship

SPOKANE VALLEY — Othello girls coach JJ Martinez has said it for years, “The Central Washington Girls Wrestling League has some of the meanest, nastiest wrestlers in the state.”

Othello pins big defeat on Tigers

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OTHELLO — Othello came out ready to rumble and the Ephrata Tigers fell by the wayside to the host Huskies 57-18 last night in Central Washington Athletic Conference (CWAC) wrestling action.

Early barrage enough for Huskies in win

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OTHELLO — For 70 minutes the underdog Ephrata Tigers soccer team had the upper hand against their hosts the Othello Huskies.

Shark's Garcia Headlines 2011 All-Arena Team

TULSA - Jacksonville Sharks QB AARON GARCIA (6-1, 195, Sacramento State) earned First Team All-Arena honors for the third time in his career, the League Office announced today.

Ritzville state representative writes of budgets

Cougar season to close Dec. 31 in some areas of the state

Cougar hunting remains open through March 31 in some areas of the state. Now, through a new cougar hunting plan, Game Management Units will close, depending upon how many cougars have been killed in some areas. A hunter heading into the Great Outdoors in search of cougar or those who may encounter a cougar while hunting other animals, should check with Fish and Wildlife before stepping out the front door. Read on.

GEORGIA TAKEAWAYS: Georgia is legit purple; Trump lingers

ATLANTA (AP) — Ballots are still being counted in the Georgia runoffs that will determine control of the U.S. Senate and the scope of President-elect Joe Biden's agenda. Tuesday’s vote also offers the first clues about the direction of American politics after the turbulent presidency of Donald Trump.

Gaetz and DeSantis: A friendship that may become a liability

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — When he launched his campaign to become Florida’s governor in January 2018, few expected Ron DeSantis to prevail in America’s toughest political battleground.

Gaetz and DeSantis: A friendship that may become a liability

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — When he launched his campaign to become Florida’s governor in January 2018, few expected

Gaetz and DeSantis: A friendship that may become a liability

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — When he launched his campaign to become Florida’s governor in January 2018, few expected