The ins and outs of dairy goat ownership

For the more adventurous pet owner, there are many advantages to owning goats, including companionship, land management by grazing, and milk production. While companionship and grazing come naturally to these critters, potential owners interested in collecting dairy from their goats need to take into consideration additional factors to encourage lactation and ensure that their goat’s milk is safe for consumption. Dr. Evelyn Mackay, a clinical assistant professor at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, says that the production capacity of a dairy goat depends on their breed, management, and nutrition...

Study: Americans want big tech to compensate small papers

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Americans want Congress to intervene in the conflict between small news publishers and “big tech” companies like Google and Facebook, according to a press release from the News Media Alliance. The release cited a survey of 1,000 adults in the United States that indicated that 70% supported Senate Bill 673, called the Journalism Competition and Preservation Act. The bill is designed to allow small and local publishers to band together to collectively negotiate fairer terms for use of their content by big tech platforms, according to the release...

ACSO training details dangers of fentanyl

OTHELLO — There are not necessarily an infinite number of ways to package and distribute fentanyl, but there are a lot. And law enforcement officers and corrections department staff encounter them all. U.S. Army first sergeant Maria Lepe of the Western Regional Counterdrug Training Center laid out some of the possibilities for deputies with the Adams County Sheriff’s Office during a training session on the drug Wednesday...

Parked WSP vehicle damaged by tractor trailer

HATTON — A semi-tractor trailer damaged a Washington State Patrol vehicle parked at an on-ramp at the junction of U.S. 395 and S.R. 26 on April 22, according to the Washington State Patrol. Trooper Kalib Hanson had pulled over to investigate a collision when a tractor-trailer failed to make a wide enough turn and clipped the rear of Hanson’s vehicle, according to WSP spokesperson Sgt. Greg Riddell...

New Quincy fire truck increases firefighting capability

City saves money with timely buy

QUINCY — Quincy public works maintenance supervisor Howard Van Baugh said the city got lucky when it went looking for a new aerial fire truck. . .

Letter: Recognize military children in April

The American Legion Auxiliary, in fact, the whole American Legion Family, celebrates April as Children and Youth Month

Warden receives grant for walkability safety

WARDEN — The city of Warden has received a $75,000 grant from the Washington State Transportation Improvement Board to create a pair of signaled crosswalks on S. County Road...

Washington a good partner with railroads

OLYMPIA — Washington has been very proactive at addressing infrastructure problems and keeping both people and freight moving across the state, according to French Thompson, general director for public and private infrastructure development for the Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad...

MLHS fastpitch battles Eastmont

EAST WENATCHEE — The Moses Lake High School girls fastpitch team took on Eastmont High School on April 1 and walked away with one loss and a tie.

Utility officials push for safe digging

COLUMBIA BASIN — April is National Safe Digging Month, and a recent national survey revealed that 49% of homeowners who plan to dig this year will put themselves and their communities at risk by digging without calling 811 beforehand to learn the approximate location of underground utilities, according to a press release from Cascade Natural Gas. Additionally, 58% of homeowners reported experiencing a utility service interruption in the last 12 months, a direct result of damaging an underground utility line...

Accessible security

Calzadillas uses diverse skillset to keep Mattawa students safe

MATTAWA — JJ Calzadillas said school security is a team effort, one that takes diligence, some practice and building relationships with students and the community. Calzadillas is the safety and security coordinator for the Wahluke School District. He gave credit to the student body for being an asset in keeping the schools safe. “We have kids that are willing to...

Legals for April, 1 2022

Moses Lake softball takes 3 for 3 in weekend matchups

MOSES LAKE — Over the weekend, the Moses Lake High School fastpitch softball team took three victories as they got started with the spring season. Moses Lake took on Eisenhower High School in a doubleheader Friday and University High School Saturday. During game one on Friday, Morgan Ross threw a gem...

Wahluke takes doubleheader

MATTAWA — The Wahluke High School girls fastpitch team took both games of a doubleheader against Toppenish High School on March 26.

EPA grants $52 million to Washington for water infrastructure

SEATTLE — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced in a press release Thursday it will help fund Washington’s $22 million plan for key drinking water projects and $253.5 million plan to improve wastewater infrastructure. In addition to this round of funding, Congress recently passed...

Moses Lake steps out for Brews & Tunes

MOSES LAKE - The Downtown Moses Lake Association held their annual Brews & Tunes event on March 19. “It's just so fun to see people and this time of year is perfect. People are tired of winter, they want to get out. They want to just enjoy themselves and listen to music and have good beer,” said Moses Lake resident Lisa Porter, who was at the event with her husband James. This year’s event had many members happy to be...

WA Dept. of Health announces pandemic recovery plan

OLYMPIA - The pandemic is easing up and with it, the state is transitioning its focus onto other areas while entering a new phase of recovery, according to Department of Health officials on Wednesday. Dr. Umair A. Shah, DOH Secretary of Health, said that, as the pace of the pandemic slows, the state is beginning to focus on other areas of public health. The WA Forward plan...

Pesty business

Managing household pests as spring comes on

MOSES LAKE - With spring upon us, many animals are making their presence known, including the pesky ones that homeowners and renters alike do not want to see around their residences. Some of these unwanted pests include cockroaches, beetles, termites, mice, rats, ants, wasps, earwigs, spiders, bed bugs and flies. Knowing how to deter and eliminate these pests can aid residents in enjoying their spaces and save them from undo stress. The first step is to identify...

Super Search: Pt. 1

Sabin says he's made up his mind and wants to move to Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE — Monty Sabin really wants to come work in Moses Lake. “I grew up in eastern Washington, and there's a number of things that draw me here,” Sabin said. “I wouldn't apply for this job if I didn't want to live here.” Among those things the current assistant superintendent of the North Thurston School District in Lacey, just east of Olympia...

Praying for peace

Ukrainian couple from Soap Lake discusses the invasion of their homeland

SOAP LAKE - The invasion of Ukraine by Russia has impacted many people around the world. Right here in Grant County, there is a Slavic community with personal connections to what is happening in Europe. Ukrainian-born husband and wife Ruslan and Anna Moshniakov said...