Masks off: Belgium relaxes virus rules despite rise in cases

BRUSSELS (AP) — Despite the steady rise of COVID-19 cases in a country already hard-hit by the virus, Belgian Prime Minister Sophie Wilmes said Wednesday that mask requirements, some attendance limits and other public health measures will be relaxed as part of a less stringent, long-term coronavirus strategy.

7 parties agree on Belgian coalition government

BRUSSELS (AP) — Almost 500 days after Belgian parliamentary elections, seven parties from both sides of the linguistic aisle agreed early Wednesday on forming a fully functioning majority government that will center on dealing with the pandemic and its devastating economic impact.

Othello talks new high school

OTHELLO — Othello School District voters could be asked to consider a construction bond for a new Othello High School in February 2018. The need for a new high school was the conclusion reached at a community meeting Monday.

DeVos softens position on schools reopening in Georgia visit

CUMMING, Ga. (AP) — U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos has softened earlier comments that called for schools to reopen for in-person instruction for all, saying during a visit to a Georgia high school Tuesday that what she really wants to see is “100% learning.”

Career colleges offer a second career and a second chance for success

(ARA) - Giving up a full-time job and returning to college full- or part-time is never easy, but career colleges - schools that provide professional, technical or career-specific programs - can make the transition easier for career switchers. For many, career colleges offer a second chance at finding a rewarding career and job security.

School names should honor local icons

GUEST EDITORIAL

Golf roundup: Ephrata's Peters finishes 13th at U.S. Open qualifier

SEATTLE — Washington State University commit Kenedee Peters just keeps climbing the ladder.

Felix Ramarui

Felix Ramarui, 94, passed away on August 21, 2021, at his home in Moses Lake, Washington, surrounded by his family.

Meeting set to help MLHS parents

Schedule change effective for 2014-15 school year

MOSES LAKE - Parents of current Moses Lake High School freshmen, sophomores and juniors are being invited to a meeting Feb. 18 to help them navigate the new high school schedule. The meeting begins at 7 p.m. in the high school theater.

GUEST EDITORIAL: Washington should provide choices for low-income students

Washington is one of only 10 states that effectively prohibit low-income parents from choosing where their children go to school.

August 4, 2015

Royal Slope's John Loos cornered the market • Toys on their way for Hund Memorial Park • 2 contested races for the Royal School Board • Youth mission team teaches order with Vacation Bible School • For us kids, old horse arena made a good sports complex • Beverly woman hurt in single-car crash • Horses, steers shown at Grount County Fairgrounds • Tour Guide vs Guidebook • J.C. Worsham prepares to show sheep at County Fairs • 4-H was a good choice • Mattawa woman hurt in crash • Life is full of everyday miracles • More West Nile virus than last year in Grant County •

Othello High School greenhouse sells out on first day

OTHELLO — The annual plant sale sponsored by the Othello High School FFA chapter was scheduled to last three days, but sold out in less than six hours.

Today in History

Today in History

Othello to consider constructing new high school

OTHELLO — Othello School District voters could be asked to consider a construction bond for a new high school in February 2018. The need for a new high school was the conclusion reached at a community meeting Monday.

Locals make Gonzaga Dean’s List

SPOKANE – Five Grant County students made it onto Gonzaga University’s Fall 2023 Dean’s List, according to a Thursday announcement from the college. Students must earn a 3.5 to 3.84 grade-point average to be listed. The following names are listed by city and in alphabetical order.

Othello schools to require P.E. uniforms

OTHELLO — Uniforms could become required attire for junior high and high school physical education students in the Othello School District.

Not too late to enter SummerFest art show

ROYAL CITY - There is still time to enter the Royal City Summerfest's Royal Renaissance Art Show, and show chairman Nancy Grant encourages everyone to do so.

Basin politicians, superintendant mixed on charter schools issue

MOSES LAKE - Three times before Washington voters were asked to allow charter schools in the state, and three times the measure was rejected.

Crapson says teamwork is key

MOSES LAKE - Steve Crapson believes he is the right choice for Moses Lake School Board Position 1 because he has what it takes to be a good leader.

Guest column: There is a better option than Real World Academy

For the last two years I have attended nearly all school board meetings. Like a majority of the community, I was deeply concerned about the change from the voter-approved bond to build a second high school in Moses Lake. During those two years, the consistent message from board president Elliott Goodrich has been “if you’re not happy about a board decision, provide a solution.” The implied message is that if you provide a solution that is different from what the board chose, the board would give that solution a fair amount of thought and deliberation.