Repaving near Moses Lake switching to nighttime

MOSES LAKE — Repaving work on a section of Interstate 90 near Moses Lake has switched to nights at least through this week.

Court cases moving forward in March 21 drive-by fatality shooting

EPHRATA – Two men, Mattew Valdez, 18, and Jose Beltran Rodriguez, 20, both of Moses Lake, were arrested in late April in association with a drive-by shooting in Moses Lake that led to one death and several injuries. Their legal process is moving forward and both have court dates set for September and October.

Big Sky Now: Who runs the Big Sky in 2025? Montana, MSU, Idaho and Eastern Washington season breakdown

The 2025 season is here, and Big Sky Now is breaking down everything you need to know about the Big Sky Conference.

EWU Dean’s List includes more than 100 Basin students

CHENEY — One hundred seven students from Grant and Adams counties were named to the Dean’s List at Eastern Washington University for spring quarter 2025, according to an announcement from the university.

Donald Garrison

Donald Garrison, a devoted family man, respected fire chief, and beloved member of the Moses Lake community, passed away at the age of 90 on July 19th, 2025,

One killed in Mattawa shooting

MATTAWA – At around 10 p.m. Sunday, officers from the Mattawa Police Department responded to a shooting near Hund Memorial Park, according to a Mattawa PD media release. Upon arrival, officers located an individual with apparent gunshot wounds. Medical personnel were immediately requested, and the victim was transported to a regional hospital for treatment, it said.

Sam Darnold impresses in preseason debut with Seattle Seahawks, win against Kansas City Chiefs

SEATTLE (AP) — Sam Darnold looked the part of a franchise quarterback in his first appearance at Lumen Field as the Seattle Seahawks beat the Kansas City Chiefs 33-16 in a preseason game on Friday night. Darnold, who did not appear in the Seattle Seahawks’ preseason opener against the Las Vegas Raiders, completed 4 of 4 passes for 34 yards on the opening drive.

Grant County Fair safety measures effective, organizers say

MOSES LAKE – While there were some minor heat injuries and a few mischievous teens during the 2025 Grant County Fair as of Saturday afternoon, the event went off without any serious incidents according to fair organizers and law enforcement. In part, that’s due to added security measures taken over the past year.

Law enforcement focused on impaired drivers

Drunk or high driving will be the focus for police in Grant County through Sept. 1

MOSES LAKE — Grant County law enforcement agencies are participating in the “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” emphasis patrols through Sept. 1. The campaign started Aug. 13.

Local trainer: How student athletes can prep for fall sports

MOSES LAKE – Over the next few weeks, student athletes in the Basin will be making their return to their respective sports. As summer break ends, the trainer at Moses Lake High School, Lily Rodriguez, has some pointers athletes can use to be in the best shape possible.

Moses Lake Roundup brings excitement to the Grant County Fairgrounds

MOSES LAKE – In the last few days of the Grant County Fair, community members were treated to the annual Moses Lake Roundup. From Thursday to Saturday, the rodeo took center stage with several events like bareback riding, barrel racing, steer wrestling and bull riding. “I just love being able to go around all the crowds and different people that you see and being able to put on a show for them and get on great bucking horses. It's awesome, and I love it,” Jay McAllister said.

Weather for the week of Aug. 18, 2025

Weather for the week of Aug. 18, 2025

Settling down

Caffeine Fix moves out of the trailer and into its own digs

OTHELLO — After more than a year of roaming around Othello, Caffeine Fix has found a home.

One-man band rolls around the Grant County Fair

MOSES LAKE — Drums, horn, banjo, whistles – Eric Haines plays them all. At the same time. On wheels.

Legals for August, 18 2025

Property purchased for new Grant County Morgue

MOSES LAKE — Construction on a new Grant County morgue is scheduled to start this fall. County officials interviewed possible contractors Aug. 14, with the selection announced in late August or early September. “We would expect to make a decision on a general contractor pretty rapidly,” said Tom Gaines, Grant County Central Services director.

GALLERY: Bright colors at the Grant County Fair barns

MOSES LAKE – The Grant County Fair offered a wide variety of entertainment, activities and competitions. Many of those competitions were on display in the various barns near the gates, which also added the benefit of some shade on the hotter days at the fair. Here is a look at some of what the barns – and a nearby display of tractors – had to offer.

High-tech model trains stop at GC Fair

MOSES LAKE — This is not your grandfather’s electric train set. “In the old days, you had a dial,” said Steve Riegel, who oversaw the model railroad display in the Youth Building at the Grant County Fair last week. “You turned it one way and (the trains) all went forward. Then you stop it, you put it in reverse, it all goes in reverse. In today’s world, we can have (multiple trains) on the same track, any direction, any speed.”

Mariners, Mets trade wins Friday and Saturday

NEW YORK (AP) — The Mariners faced the Mets in New York Friday and Saturday with a third game slated for Sunday in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. The Mariners took the victory Friday evening while the Mets snagged the win Saturday.

Big Bend loads up new ag mechanics certification

MOSES LAKE – Big Bend Community College announced the establishment of a new Agricultural Mechanics certification program, according to an announcement from the college. “The launch of the Agricultural Mechanics certificate program is a direct response to the growing demand for skilled workers in our region’s ag industry,” said BBCC Dean of Workforce Education Michelle Morley via the announcement.