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A new way to do school: Leaders of Moses Lake’s Vanguard Academy greet prospective students
January 14, 2022 1:07 a.m.

A new way to do school: Leaders of Moses Lake’s Vanguard Academy greet prospective students

MOSES LAKE — Elijah Brown and Dawniella Castleton are focused on the task at hand.

‘Healing music’: Violinist to perform benefit concert in Moses Lake
January 14, 2022 1 a.m.

‘Healing music’: Violinist to perform benefit concert in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE — An upcoming violin concert will help further Christian ministry and complete a local church.

Clearing the way: Soap Lake police officer enjoys plowing snow on the side
January 11, 2022 1:03 a.m.

Clearing the way: Soap Lake police officer enjoys plowing snow on the side

SOAP LAKE — White Buffalo Drone Services owner and operator Jeff Gallaher is a man of many hats. In addition to the drone service he started in early 2021, he recently expanded into snow plowing, in time for a winter with plenty of snow needing to be moved.

Clearing danger: County, cities have priorities in keeping roads safe in winter
January 6, 2022 1:07 a.m.

Clearing danger: County, cities have priorities in keeping roads safe in winter

EPHRATA — Winter might not be so annoying for some people if it didn’t mean snowy and icy roads – which the Basin has faced and will deal with more before spring.

Othello School District voters to consider capital projects bond
January 5, 2022 1:05 a.m.

Othello School District voters to consider capital projects bond

OTHELLO — Ballots will be mailed to Othello School District voters this month and will include a proposal for a $51 million capital projects bond. Ballots should be mailed about Jan. 24. and must be returned by Feb. 8.

Rodeo royalty: Othello PRCA Rodeo queen reflects on two unique years
January 5, 2022 1 a.m.

Rodeo royalty: Othello PRCA Rodeo queen reflects on two unique years

OTHELLO — Brianna Kin Kade rode in as many parades, went to as many rodeos, attended as many events as she could in 2021, and didn’t mind at all.

White Trail Road roundabout on tap: Traffic circle construction will affect major route in region
January 4, 2022 1:07 a.m.

White Trail Road roundabout on tap: Traffic circle construction will affect major route in region

QUINCY — Construction is scheduled to begin in late summer or early fall 2022 on a new one-lane roundabout at White Trail Road/Road U Northwest and state Route 28, about four miles west of Quincy.

Rolling tribute: Truck convoy gives Moses Lake teen a send-off on wheels
January 4, 2022 1 a.m.

Rolling tribute: Truck convoy gives Moses Lake teen a send-off on wheels

MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake family put together a semi-truck convoy Friday as a final send-off for their son who died just before Christmas.

Darrell Cockrum
December 31, 2021 1 a.m.

Darrell Cockrum

Darrell Lee Cockrum was born June 3, 1940, in Yakima, Washington, to Joseph and Florence Cockrum.

Ups and downs: It’s been a wild and crazy couple of years for rodeo queens
December 30, 2021 1 a.m.

Ups and downs: It’s been a wild and crazy couple of years for rodeo queens

MOSES LAKE — Both Mykiah Hollenbeck and Brianna Kin Kade were looking forward to summer 2020. Hollenbeck had been selected as Moses Lake Roundup queen, and Kin Kade was the new Othello Rodeo queen. Their schedules were full, and they expected to be busy.

Raymond Swear
December 29, 2021 1 a.m.

Raymond Swear

Raymond Donald Swear, former resident of Moses Lake, passed away on Dec. 24, 2021, in DeFuniak Springs, Florida.

Loving your neighbor: Soap Lake woman raises funds for dying community member
December 28, 2021 1 a.m.

Loving your neighbor: Soap Lake woman raises funds for dying community member

SOAP LAKE — A Soap Lake woman is working hard to raise money for the end-of-life expenses for a fellow community member who had been homeless in the Soap Lake area for the last couple of years.

Safe skies: Civil Air Patrol marks its 80th anniversary
December 27, 2021 1 a.m.

Safe skies: Civil Air Patrol marks its 80th anniversary

EPHRATA — Retired U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. R. Mike Worden had a very important piece of advice for the young people he met Dec. 16.

Handy ideas: Some options for last-minute gifts for DIYers in your life
December 24, 2021 1 a.m.

Handy ideas: Some options for last-minute gifts for DIYers in your life

MOSES LAKE — Let’s face it, time’s about up for getting those Christmas gifts.

Will Howard Latham
December 20, 2021 1 a.m.

Will Howard Latham

Will Howard Latham, born Feb. 26, 1928, in Wickett, Texas, passed peacefully on Dec. 10, 2021, in Moses Lake, Washington.

Realizing potential: Moses Lake couple finds opportunity in longtime Broadway business
December 15, 2021 1 a.m.

Realizing potential: Moses Lake couple finds opportunity in longtime Broadway business

MOSES LAKE — Anna and Rob Van Diest saw opportunity on West Broadway Avenue. “There are a lot of businesses coming in and renovating their stores,” Anna Van Diest said. “A lot of people are stepping up and updating Broadway. And we want to be part of that. We see the potential on Broadway.”

Richard Jensen Sr.
December 14, 2021 1 a.m.

Richard Jensen Sr.

Richard, 56, lost his battle with cancer on Nov. 10, 2021.

Building blocks: State capital funding will boost cities across the county
December 13, 2021 1:07 a.m.

Building blocks: State capital funding will boost cities across the county

The $6.3 billion state capital budget for 2021-23 is the largest ever in the state’s history.

Safe season: MLFD pros give tips to prevent tragedy at home during the holidays
December 11, 2021 1 a.m.

Safe season: MLFD pros give tips to prevent tragedy at home during the holidays

MOSES LAKE — Last winter, the Moses Lake Fire Department responded to numerous calls related to falls in and around the home, said MLFD EMS Chief Todd Schanze. Additionally, fire risks are increased during the holidays due to overtaxed outlets, neglected fireplaces and unmaintained seasonal décor, added MLFD Fire Marshal Derek Beach.

High note: Spokane Jazz Orchestra to feature Nat King Cole music in Christmas concert
December 10, 2021 1 a.m.

High note: Spokane Jazz Orchestra to feature Nat King Cole music in Christmas concert

MOSES LAKE — The Spokane Jazz Orchestra will celebrate the holiday season with the music of Nat King Cole, along with some classic swingin’ Christmas sounds, at 7 p.m. Dec. 18 at the Masto Conference Center, 7611 Bolling St. NE.