Crime, drugs take center stage at Moses Lake council meeting

MOSES LAKE — Crime and drugs were a hot topic at Tuesday evening’s Moses Lake City Council meeting, as two citizens made emotional appeals to the council to take action. However, city officials said the issue is as much with Olympia as Moses Lake. “We are not sitting here on our hands,” Deputy Mayor Deanna Martinez said. “We would do more if the state allowed us to do more. And so my recommendation would be that you also contact the legislators, and not just our legislators here in the 13th district … I suggest that you reach across to the other side, the majority, and start hammering them with what you have to say and start telling them about those patients that you've seen in the ER.”

Legals for November, 16 2023

Despite playoff losses, Tigers and Huskies gain experience from 2023

MOSES LAKE – Both Ephrata and Othello entered 2023 after successful seasons on the field the year prior, having qualified for the 2A state playoffs, but graduated numerous starters that helped the teams win games. The Tigers and Huskies found success with young teams and new faces again this year, making it back to the playoffs before falling last weekend to North Kitsap and Enumclaw, respectively.

Cold incoming: Prepping homes for the Columbia Basin’s cold winters

MOSES LAKE — In case anyone hasn’t noticed, it’s getting chilly out there. Even though the National Weather Service is predicting a fairly mild winter for the Columbia Basin, it’s still a good time to get homes ready for the colder weather. The first place to look is the pipes. There’s one big mistake that homeowners make, said Steve West, owner of Top Plumbing in Moses Lake.

Ephrata turns out to honor veterans

EPHRATA — There was a pretty good turnout Saturday for the annual Veterans Day Parade in Ephrata, organizers said. “We probably had about 100 people in the parade,” said Mike Montaney, who added he’s been the parade chairman for 25 years. “We only had about half a dozen veterans actually marching in the parade as a group of veterans. We had (about) 30 Civil Air Patrol and some Scouts and a (veterans motorcycle club).”

Legals for November, 15 2023

EWU's Alexander earns Player of the Week award

FARMINGTON, Utah -- After filling up the stat sheet in the first week of the season, Aaliyah Alexander earned the first Big Sky Player of the Week award. This is Alexander's second career Player of the Week and her first since her freshman season in 2021.

Wildcats off to playoffs

INDIANAPOLIS – The Central Washington Wildcat football team was selected to the 28-team NCAA Division II Football Playoffs announced Sunday afternoon.

Legals for November, 14 2023

Moses Lake Municipal Airport could change hands

MOSES LAKE — Management of the Moses Lake Municipal Airport was the subject of a brief discussion at the Port of Moses Lake commission meeting Monday, as city officials mull over the notion of passing management of the facility to the port.

Knights unhorse Eatonville 50-0

Royal opens playoffs with solid victory on gridoron

ROYAL CITY – In a rematch of the 2021 1A state title game, the No. 1 seed Knights recorded their second-straight shutout with Friday night’s 50-0 win over No. 16 Eatonville, opening the 1A State Football Playoffs with a win over the Cruisers...

Weather for Monday, Nov. 13, 2023

Weather for Monday, Nov. 13, 2023

Legals for November, 13 2023

Tree lighting kicks off holiday season in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE — The holiday season began Friday in Moses Lake, with the annual Downtown Moses Lake Tree Lighting ceremony at Sinkiuse Square.

Moses Lake Classic Car Club to celebrate 50th anniversary

MOSES LAKE — Now technically, the Moses Lake Classic Car doesn’t celebrate its 50th anniversary until 2024, but its members decided to start the party a little early. Club members brought out some of their cars Nov. 5 for a show and shine, part of an open house at Youth Dynamics in Moses Lake. Club members also raised $1,111, which they donated to Youth Dynamics. President Dave Robins described the late fall show and shine as the “kickoff event” for the 50th anniversary. “We’re definitely planning for 2024,” he said.

Keeping it small

Top Plumbing owners settle into Basin life

MOSES LAKE — Sometimes, when you need a plumber, you really need a plumber. When that happens, you want one who’s reliable and who won’t break the bank. Steve West considers himself one of those. “I do what I say,” West said. “I'm super honest. So if I tell you (I’ll be there at) 8, I’m usually a little before. I don't change prices. They go up if I have to, according to my costs, but there's a lot of people who take advantage of not enough workers. I do not do that. My price doesn't change no matter who you are. You're important to me as the next guy, the next guy and the next guy.” West and his wife Lisa West own Top Plumbing, which had its official ribbon-cutting Oct. 24. The Wests moved to Moses Lake last year from Whidbey Island, drawn by the small-town atmosphere and the sunshine.

Quincy considering 2024 capital projects

QUINCY — With 2024 dead ahead, Quincy City Council members are considering proposals for repairs, upgrades, expansion of city services and property. City officials have submitted a list of capital requests to the council.

GRIDIRON GOALS: Local teams prepare for state football playoffs

COLUMBIA BASIN – State football playoffs have arrived, and four teams from across the Columbia Basin are preparing for games on Friday and Saturday.

Legals for November, 9 2023

Legals for November, 8 2023