Effort to put Tubman on $20 bill restarted under Biden

WASHINGTON (AP) — With a change of administrations, it looks like Harriet Tubman is once again headed to the front of the $20 bill.

Effort to put Tubman on $20 bill restarted under Biden

WASHINGTON (AP) — With a change of administrations, it looks like Harriet Tubman is once again headed to the front of the $20 bill.

Effort to put Tubman on $20 bill restarted under Biden

WASHINGTON (AP) — With a change of administrations, it looks like Harriet Tubman is once again headed to the front of the $20 bill.

Eric Robert Heikell

Eric Robert Heikell, 56, of Moses Lake, died at his residence on Wednesday, November 27, 2013.

Basin Brief: Deadline for lodging tax grants extended

EPHRATA — Applications for the second round of grants from Grant County’s Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will be accepted through 5 p.m. May 6. Grant County Commissioners announced an extension of the deadline Friday.

At least $1.6 million spent on Washington Capitol security

OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) — At least $1.6 million has been spent by the state and the Washington State Patrol over the past two weeks in costs related to security at the state Capitol, and that number is expected to climb, officials said Wednesday.

At least $1.6 million spent on Washington Capitol security

OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) — At least $1.6 million has been spent by the state and the Washington State Patrol over the past two weeks in costs related to security at the state Capitol, and that number is expected to climb, officials said Wednesday.

Washington sports schedule July 7-11

COLUMBIA BASIN – Check out this week’s Washington sports schedule, featuring local, regional and statewide sporting events.

Legals for September, 13 2023

William (Bill) E. Fread

A Celebration of Life for William (Bill) E. Fread will start with a military salute and an acknowledgment at Valley View Memorial Park Cemetery, Soap Lake, Washington on April 22, 2023, at 10 a.m. Following this presentation, Bill had requested that his family and friends gather to share memories, food and tall tales to celebrate a life well lived. This will take place at TJ Harley’s, 144 Division Ave. E., Ephrata, Washington from 12 to 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to the Soap Lake Senior Center at 121 Second Ave. SE, Soap Lake, WA 98851. Arrangements are under the care of Nicoles Funeral Home in Ephrata, Washington. Please express your thoughts and memories for the family at www.nicolesfuneralhome.com.

Kaiden Quigley chosen Othello's Distinguished Young Woman 2017

OTHELLO — Kaiden Quigley won the title of Othello Distinguished Young Woman at a program Saturday that the masters of ceremony, and even audience members, said was tough to call.

Sam Scramble benefits Cancer Can't

Sam Scramble

EPHRATA — The Ephrata Recreation Center hosted the Sam Scramble on New Year's Day. The Scramble is "part footrace, part scavenger hunt" that "honors the indomitable spirit of all who face life-threatening illnesses," according to the event's flyer.

Johnnie 'Gene' Bolin

1948 — 2025

Gene Bolin, 76, passed away on February 15, 2025, in Yuma, Arizona. If you ever bought an appliance in Moses Lake in the '70s or '80s, chances are you met Gene Bolin. And if you met Gene, you likely walked away with a new fridge and a new friend. Gene had a way of connecting with people—his charm, quick wit, and genuine kindness made an impression that lasted a lifetime.

Georgetta G. Draper

Georgetta G. Draper, 90, passed away in Kennewick, Wash., on March 11, 2009.

Suit: Atlanta area housing site illegally evicted residents

DECATUR, Ga. (AP) — The owners of an Atlanta area housing site are illegally throwing out residents struggling to make ends meet amid the coronavirus pandemic and have failed to address roaches, bed bugs and other problems in those living accommodations, protesters and a lawsuit say.

Suit: Atlanta area housing site illegally evicted residents

DECATUR, Ga. (AP) — The owners of an Atlanta area housing site are illegally throwing out residents struggling to make ends meet amid the coronavirus pandemic and have failed to address roaches, bed bugs and other problems in those living accommodations, protesters and a lawsuit say.

Amanda M. Hegwood

Amanda M. Hegwood, 30, a lifelong Moses Lake resident was called home to heaven on Saturday, May 10, 2014. She was at home, surrounded by the family whom she loved and who loved her. A celebration of Amanda's life will be held at 10 a.m., Wednesday, May 14th at Lake City Foursquare Church, 333 N. Central Dr., Moses Lake. Interment will follow at Guarding Angels Cemetery, 2595 Road L NE, Moses Lake. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a note for the family at www.kayserschapel.com. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory.

Breaking ground Workforce education facility project gets underway

MOSES LAKE — Dirt flew and spirits were high as Big Bend Community College officials celebrated construction of the new workforce education center with a groundbreaking ceremony Tuesday.

Crawford named to Washington soccer team

Youth selected for Olympic development

MOSES LAKE — For the past 10 months, Moses Lake’s Danielle Crawford has competed against some of the best youth soccer players in Washington state in the Washington Olympic development team pool.

Norine Marie Jelmberg

Norine Marie Jelmberg, 79, passed away on February 21, 2014. Norine lived in Othello for 52 years.