MLHS recognized as a "School on the Rise"

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake High School has been honored as a 2025 "School on the Rise" by the Association of Washington School Principals and the Association of Washington Student Leaders. This recognition highlights the school’s strides in fostering a culture of inclusivity, leadership and student success, according to a statement from the district.

Jason Aaron Connor Finke

Jason Aaron Connor Finke, 31, of Ephrata Washington, passed away on Tuesday, March 26, 2024. Jason was born on Sept. 13, 1992, in Wenatchee, Washington to Jake and Jeanne Finke. He was a man of faith, a vibrant spirit, a beloved son, a father who adored his son Waylon, a friend and a cowboy. He attended primary school in Ephrata, Washington and went to Big Bend Community College in Moses Lake, Washington. Jason loved the rural small-town life, growing up on the family farm, and following in his grandfather’s footsteps as a volunteer fireman with the Grant County Fire District 3. He transitioned from 4-H, Future Farmers of America and the Smokiam Washington State High School Equestrian Team to the hard life of a professional rodeo cowboy in the Western States Ranch Rodeo Association.

Legals July 2, 2018

The Moses Lake City Council adopted the following ordinances at their meeting held on June 26, 2018. The full text of these ordinances are available on the city's website www.cityofml.com and can be mailed or emailed upon request by contacting Debbie Burke, City Clerk, at 509-764-3703 or [email protected]. ORDINANCE NO. 2902 AN ORDINANCE REPEALING MOSES LAKE MUNICIPAL CODE SUBSECTION 2.08.040 TITLED 'MAYOR AND COUNCIL,' REPEALING CHAPTERS 2.36, 2.39, 2.44, 2.48, and 2.50 TITLED "BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES, LODGING TAX ADVISORY COMMITTEE, PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION, PLANNING COMMISSION AND MUNICIPAL AIRPORT ADVISORY BOARD;" AND ESTABLISHING A NEW CHAPTER 2.36 TITLED "CITIZEN ADVISORY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS" The ordinance removes Board of Library Trustees and consolidates regulations of all Boards and Commission into one Chapter. ORDINANCE NO. 2903 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING MOSES LAKE MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 2.92 TITLED "ELECTED OFFICIALS" The ordinance updates the names of all Boards and Commissions in which the Council may not serve on. ORDINANCE NO. 2904 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING MOSES LAKE MUNICIPAL CODE SUBSECTION 13.07.010 TITLED "WATER CONSERVATION" The ordinance designates July and August for water conservation and redefines the terms rationing and restrictions. #07012/204873 Pub: July 2, 2018

Cari Horning spreads the word

QUINCY - Cari Horning says she was a loyal customer and fan of Cave B Inn at Sagecliffe, even before she was hired as a sales manager there earlier this month.

Moses Lake's Carlile takes first runner up in Distinguished Young Women program

PULLMAN — Sydney Ohlemann, a senior at Cle Elum/Roslyn High School, has been selected as Washington’s Distinguished Young Woman for 2024, according to an announcement from the Distinguished Young Women program. Addy Carlile of Moses Lake was the first runner-up...

I. Oliver Brown

I. Oliver Brown, 77, of Grant Orchards, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 30, 2008, in Moses Lake.

Legals for November, 16 2021

Cecil Melvina Pratt

June 13, 1918 - January 31, 2015

June 13, 1918 - January 31, 2015

Saxon Fleming

February 21, 1930 - December 4, 2015

Saxon Fleming, 85 years old of Royal City, Washington passed away December 4, 2015 at his vacation home in Yuma, Arizona. He was born February 21, 1930 in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. He grew up in Sunnyside, Washington where he married Arlene Allen on November 8, 1950. They recently celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary with take out from Jack in The Box. They soon moved to the Columbia Basin Washington where they started farming in 1954 and moved to Royal City in 1961.

Chiefs fans get their white on for the cause

MOSES LAKE — The sun broke through a smoke-filled haze for the first time in three days, like a breath of fresh air, Friday night as Moses Lake football fans gathered at Lions Field.

William Eric Galliart

Jan. 1, 1960 – April 30, 2024

William Eric Galliart, age 64, passed away unexpectedly at home in Moses Lake, Washington, on April 30, 2024, during his battle with cancer. Eric was born in Pratt, KS, on January 1, 1960 to Carol and Robert “Bob” Galliart.

At least 25 COVID-19 cases connected to Salish Lodge & Spa

SNOQUALMIE, Wash. (AP) — At least 25 COVID-19 cases have been reported at the Salish Lodge & Spa in Snoqualmie, public health officials said Wednesday.

At least 25 COVID-19 cases connected to Salish Lodge & Spa

SNOQUALMIE, Wash. (AP) — At least 25 COVID-19 cases have been reported at the Salish Lodge & Spa in Snoqualmie, public health officials said Wednesday.

At least 25 COVID-19 cases connected to Salish Lodge & Spa

SNOQUALMIE, Wash. (AP) — At least 25 COVID-19 cases have been reported at the Salish Lodge & Spa in Snoqualmie, public health officials said Wednesday.

Randy Layne Barkle

Randy Layne Barkle passed away Dec. 3, 2021, at Samaritan Hospital, from renal failure.

Spirit AeroSystems bringing back some furloughed workers

WICHITA, Kan. (AP) — A major aircraft parts supplier in Kansas is expected to bring about 2,100 furloughed workers back to work next week as Boeing prepares to resume production of its commercial airplanes.

Suspect barricades himself in RV outside Ephrata Walmart

EPHRATA - A man is in custody after a several-hour-long standoff at the Ephrata Walmart parking lot Monday night. Grant County Sheriff’s Office Spokesman Kyle Foreman said Ephrata Police Officers responded to a call of a disturbance at the Dollar Tree, 1551 Nat Washington Way Ste A in Ephrata at about 6:30 p.m. When officers responded, Foreman said, the suspect, identified as Paul Cardwell, 62, of Bremerton, pulled a knife on officers and then proceeded to barricade himself inside his RV parked in the Walmart parking lot, neighboring the Dollar Tree. Over the course of about three to four hours, law enforcement requested the Moses Lake Regional Tactical Response Team and tried to negotiate with Cardwell to comply and surrender, according to a GCSO statement. Officers detonated a flash bang at about 10 p.m. in an effort to get him to leave the RV. Later, tear gas was deployed in the RV. When that failed to work, GCSO K-9 Edo, whose handler is Deputy Tyson Voss, entered the RV and took Cardwell into custody at about 11:10 p.m. Cardwell was transported to Columbia Basin Hospital for treatment and was lodged in the Grant County Jail upon release from medical care. Cardwell has been booked on suspicion of intimidating a public servant, harassment (threats to kill), criminal trespassing and unlawful carrying of a weapon. He is being held without bail. Rebecca Pettingill may be reached at [email protected].

Wolves, other wild critters abound

MOSES LAKE - The series of sounds were haunting and certainly unforgettable. The pitch went up, then down. It sounded again and I knew it was not a coyote, which can be heard frequently around the Columbia Basin. My coyote experiences have the animal voicing a series of barks along with a high-pitched howl.

Daton Garnes

Daton Allen Garnes, 48, was born on Sept. 20, 1974. He departed this world on July 25, 2023, in Soap Lake, Washington. Daton's journey was one fueled by his unwavering passions. A devoted drag racing enthusiast, he lived life in the fast lane. Whether he was racing down the track or reviving classic cars, his dedication to car restoration was unmatched. The thrill of snowmobiling and boating were among his cherished moments, as he embraced the open waters and snowy terrains.

Shirley Jean (Shockley) Schuller

Shirley Jean Schuller passed away peacefully on Aug. 15, 2023, in Moses Lake, Washington, where she had resided since 1957. Shirley was born in 1931 in Yakima, Washington. She was the daughter of the late Kenneth and Irene Shockley and granddaughter of E.J. and Lula Shockley, who were early pioneers. She was the great-granddaughter of Hugh and Mary Ann Wiley who homesteaded the present area of Wiley City, Washington. Shirley attended grade school in Wiley City, riding her horse each day. She graduated from Yakima Senior High in 1950.