Holmquist and hatchery team up to boost ecosystem

Foot-long rainbow trout released into Moses Lake

REC employee burned, hospitalized

Investigation underway

Camiel Bruneel is 'Distinguished Young Woman'

Crowned on Saturday

MOSES LAKE - Camiel Bruneel is Moses Lake's new Distinguished Young Woman.

Legals November 7, 2016

BEFORE THE HONORABLE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON In the matter of the Application of NOTICE OF HEARING ON Grant County PUD APPLICATION FOR A COUNTY ROAD FRANCHISE for a franchise to construct, operate and maintain water, wastewater, and irrigation pipes on certain County Road Rights-of-Way within the County of Grant, State of Washington, for the purpose of operating water, wastewater system and irrigation. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Grant County PUD, has filed with the Board of County Commissioners of Grant County, Washington, an application for a franchise for a period of fifty (50) years to construct, operate and maintain a water pipeline across certain County roads in Grant County, Washington lying within the following described portion of the County, to-wit: From 475' north of Bridge #425, both sides of Crescent Bar Road, going south under bridge to 75' south of Bridge #425, located within S 19, T 20, R 23. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the Board of County Commissioners of Grant County, Washington, has fixed the hearing on said application for the franchise for the 22nd day of November, 2016 at the hour of 2:00 o'clock p.m. in the Board of County Commissioners' room in the Grant County Courthouse in Ephrata, Grant County, State of Washington, and any person may appear at this time and place to be heard for or against the granting or denying of said franchise or any part thereof. DATED: 10/27/2016 Michele Jaderlund, Auditor of Grant County, Washington By: Michele Jaderlund Auditor #11031/15874 Pub: November 7 & 14, 2016

Scientists find new organisms in Soap Lake water

Value unknown, but conservancy board chair lauds excitement of new discovery

Charlene Hinman Baker

Charlene Hinman Baker passed away peacefully at home on December 23, 2011.  She was born October 21, 1917 in Cardston, Alberta, Canada to Charles White Hinman and Eliza Hartley Hinman.

Statewide fishing season opens April 27, redesigned fishing app launched

OLYMPIA — The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife will recognize the opening of fishing season with a statewide trout fishing derby. Lakes throughout the state open April 27.

Seeking Bids

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is seeking bids from contractors licensed to do business in the State of Washington to construct a concrete secondary containment structure in Moses Lake, WA.

Seeking Bids

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is seeking bids from contractors licensed to do business in the State of Washington to construct a concrete secondary containment structure in Moses Lake, WA.

Kenneth A. 'Kenny' Schnirring

Kenneth A. "Kenny” Schnirring was born on March 20, 1952, at Sac City, Iowa to Vernon “Wheezer” and Dorothy “Dottie” Schnirring.

Richard E. Hofstetter

May 26, 1941 – April 20, 2017

Potato distributions set for Moses Lake, Ritzville

MOSES LAKE — Washington potato farmers will donate potatoes to local people in need in Ritzville and in Moses Lake this week.

BBCC students receive state academic honors

Named to All-Washington Academic Team

MOSES LAKE - Big Bend Community College students Cynthia Beatty, of Moses Lake, and Jordan Brzezny, of Ephrata, were among 65 community and technical college students named to the All-Washington Academic Team. The honorees were recognized in a ceremony in Olympia recently.

Douglas Gorden Sr.

Douglas Gorden Sr., 82, loving husband, father, grandfather and friend passed away peacefully on April 27, 2022, at McKay Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center in Soap Lake, Washington.

'The Farewell,' Adam Sandler triumph at Spirit Awards

SANTA MONICA, Calif. (AP) — At a Film Independent Spirit Awards that often stood in stark contrast to Sunday's Academy Awards, Lulu Wang's family drama “The Farewell” took the top prize, while Adam Sandler and the Safdie brothers' “Uncut Gems” also landed awards.

'The Farewell,' Adam Sandler triumph at Spirit Awards

SANTA MONICA, Calif. (AP) — At a Film Independent Spirit Awards that often stood in stark contrast to Sunday's Academy Awards, Lulu Wang's family drama “The Farewell” took the top prize, while Adam Sandler and the Safdie brothers' “Uncut Gems” also landed awards.

'The Farewell,' Adam Sandler triumph at Spirit Awards

SANTA MONICA, Calif. (AP) — At a Film Independent Spirit Awards that often stood in stark contrast to Sunday's Academy Awards, Lulu Wang's family drama “The Farewell” took the top prize, while Adam Sandler and the Safdie brothers' “Uncut Gems” also landed awards.

Severe storms hitting central Washington this afternoon, evening

MOSES LAKE — The National Weather Service has issued a release warning residents of northern Oregon and eastern Washington of impending severe storms forecast for this afternoon. Extremely heavy rains, frequent lightning and very large hail are possible with the potential for supercell development and risk of tornado possible in the Tri-Cities area.

Randy Fish

Randy Fish lost his battle with colon cancer on Aug. 7, 2023. Randy was born and raised in Deer Park, Washington. He joined the Navy in 1971 and was honorably discharged in 1974. Randy lived in Seattle before setting roots and raising a family in Moses Lake, Washington. Randy made it a point to enjoy every single day. He enjoyed cooking new recipes and sharing the food with people he cared about. He loved his family, hunting, fishing and taking walks with his dog Maggie.

Jessica McLerran

Jessica Ruth McLerran, 40, suffered a major brain bleed and passed away peacefully on May 25, 2023, with her family by her side. Jessica was born on Dec. 24, 1982, to parents Ron and Debbie Kerkes. She grew up in Cheney, Washington with her three sisters Jana, Amy, and Mandy who were her best friends. She attended schools there and she graduated high school with honors in 2001 alongside her sweetheart Ethan McLerran. The two were married a year later in the Spokane Washington Temple on July 13, 2002. Jessica was a lifelong faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The couple’s first three children Evelyn, Brittany and Madison were born while Jessica was attending Eastern Washington University, where she graduated with honors. After earning her Bachelor of Arts in speech disorders, Jessica took a break from her education to focus on her children and her dream of having a large family. Ethan Jr., Alexis and Xander were born during this time.