Fire season is here, are we ready?

What to expect during hot, dry summer

WASHINGTON - With how devastating the 2021 fire season was, particularly in the Pacific Northwest, it is important for residents to know what to expect this year, prevention measures and how to be prepared.

Lucha in Moses Lake

Mexican wrestling makes its Moses Lake debut

MOSES LAKE — There have been a lot of grand openings, ribbon cuttings and celebrations for new businesses in Moses Lake, but nothing quite like the shindig Paul Carney threw to mark the formal opening of EDUBS C/S at 1102 W. Broadway Avenue last Saturday. “It’s a great day today,” said Yesenia Guzman, an insurance agent with Comparion Insurance in Moses Lake. “It’s hot out here, we’ve got some misters out over at our tent, but absolutely, it’s a wonderful day today.” ...

Thomas "Tom" Haddox

Tom, 85, a Moses Lake High School former wrestler and 1956 graduate, passed away May 5, 2022.

Rowland goes full-time for SLPD

SOAP LAKE - Officer Justin Rowland was sworn in as a full-time officer Wednesday after 12 years as a reserve officer for the city of Soap Lake. “(Rowland) has always been the person to be there for the city no matter what,” said Soap Lake Police Department Chief Ryan Cox. “…I have no doubt (he) will continue to be an amazing asset to this community for many years to come.”...

Q&A: Grant County Auditor candidates

GRANT COUNTY - Michelle Jaderlund and Richard Stevens are running for the position of Grant County Auditor. Each candidate was presented with four questions and an opportunity to provide a short bio to introduce themselves to the voters in the county. Their responses are noted below for our readers and have been lightly edited for clarity.

Grant Co. Commissioners Court approves sale of bonds for jail project

EPHRATA — Grant County Commissioners approved a resolution Tuesday authorizing the issue of up to $90 million in limited tax general obligation bonds to pay for law and justice projects, including a new Grant County Jail. The vote was unanimous...

Q&A with Adams County Sheriff candidates

ADAMS COUNTY - The race for Adams County Sheriff attracted two candidates, incumbent Dale Wagner and Matthew Carlson, currently an officer with the Ritzville Police Department. Both are running as Republicans. The Columbia Basin Herald submitted four questions to each candidate and asked them for a brief biography. Their answers have been lightly edited for clarity and length. Candidates were both given a maximum of 200 words to respond to each question and a deadline to respond which they both met...

Q&A with 7th District candidates

Williams, Maycumber vie to represent Northeastern Washington

With the redrawing of the state legislative boundaries following the 2020 U.S. Census, the sprawling 7th Legislative District — which covers the northeast corner of the state — has gotten even larger, and now includes the northern third of Grant County currently split between the 13th Legislative District and the 12th Legislative District. Vying to represent the district in its first seat are incumbent Jacqueline Maycumber, first elected in 2016, and challenger Lonny Ray Williams. Both candidates are Republicans...

A natural alternative

Organic retailer makes its mark on the basin

MOSES LAKE — Settlers Natural Market may be the Basin’s best-kept secret.

Protecting yourself

The importance of renters insurance

MOSES LAKE — Someday you’d like to own a house, but for the time being, you’re renting a place. It’s not permanent, but it’s home.

Multi-Agency Communications Center: Emergency dispatch requires ‘a special kind of person’

It takes a special kind of person to be a 911 dispatcher, says Dispatch Supervisor Jennifer Pitt, who has worked at the Multi-Agency Communications Center for about 17 years.

Big Bass Tournament Trail makes way to Othello

OTHELLO — A Big Bass Tournament Trail event will be making its way to Potholes State Park next weekend, hosted by Limit Out Performance Marine. The Shootout at Potholes competition, entering its fifth year, will pin anglers in a team where they shoot to catch the five biggest fish of the day...

City, school to jointly build Nelson Road walking path

MOSES LAKE — The City of Moses Lake has established an agreement with the Moses Lake School District to jointly build a path along Nelson Road to help students walk safely to and from Groff Elementary School.

USDA’s tips to avoid foodborne illnesses

The U.S. Department of Agriculture issued a release on June 28 advising the public how to prevent foodborne illnesses. “Wherever you go this summer, don’t forget to bring your safe food handling practices along for the adventure,” said USDA Deputy Under Secretary for Food Safety Sandra Eskin. “As temperatures rise, the risk for foodborne illness does too. Always remember that whether you’re grilling for the Fourth of July, camping, or boating, you should wash your hands before and during food prep.” ...

Sheriff, Patrol urge caution when using fireworks this July 4

EPHRATA — With the Independence Day holiday coming up, the Washington State Patrol and the Grant County Sheriff’s Office are advising everyone to buy their fireworks legally and to use them safely.

Local clubs host 12th annual joint charity golf tournament

MOSES LAKE - The Kiwanis Club of Moses Lake and the Moses Lake Rotary Club put on their 12th annual Golf Scramble Friday, giving back to the community they reside in. “We should net somewhere around $12,000 today, which will go all to Kids Hope for helping those kids,” said Moses Lake Rotary Club member Dave Campbell...

Levi Bisnett

Keeping Moses Lake a place people want to live

MOSES LAKE - Levi Bisnett wants Moses Lake to be recreationist and pedestrian-friendly. As a project surveyor with the city, he gets a chance to make that vision happen. “It kind of plays into what I’ve been talking about for many years,” Bisnett said of his position. “Which is the need to do things other than just streets, water, sewer, (stormwater drainage) and sidewalks.” ...

Taking back the town

ML church works to take back town from gangs

MOSES LAKE — One Moses Lake church is working to reclaim the town and build community in the middle of an area struggling with gang violence.

Legals for June, 22 2022

Time for a summer cut? Tips for warm weather dog grooming

While people tend to dress differently depending on the season, most pets “wear” the same coat year-round. Shaving off this hair during the hot summer months may seem like a good idea to keep a dog cool, but it can actually have the opposite effect for some animals. Dr. Ashley Navarrette, a clinical assistant professor at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, discusses summer grooming and other techniques for helping pets beat the heat...