Deborah Bonnie Brown

Deborah Bonnie Brown, 75, Remembered with Love It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Deborah Bonnie Brown, who left this world at the age of 75 in Seattle, Washington.

MLPD releases further information on Friday drive-by

MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake Police Department has released additional information Sunday and again Monday regarding the drive-by shooting that occurred on West Loop Drive Friday evening shortly after 9 p.m. during which a 14-year-old boy was killed.

Heat lamp likely culprit in Ephrata area fire

EPHRATA – On Sunday morning at around 8:30 a.m. Grant County Fire District 13 responded to a structure fire in the 129000 block of Road C.5 Northwest. Engine 1311 arrived at an outbuilding that was fully engulfed in flames. The outbuilding normally housed goats and chickens, all goats were accounted for, but a few chickens may have passed.

Quincy council approves land purchase

QUINCY — A vacant lot at the end of Third Street Southwest may become the home of the city of Quincy’s new public works shop. Quincy City Council members approved the purchase of the property at the March 18 Quincy City Council meeting.

Ephrata falls in doubleheader against Aberdeen

EPHRATA – The Ephrata Tigers fell to Aberdeen 0-10 and 1-4 in a home doubleheader Saturday. Ephrata Head Baseball Coach David Tempel said some good things happened on the diamond, despite the loss. “I think in the first game the big takeaway is even though we got down early we never gave up,” said Tempel.

Legals for March, 25 2025

Johnnie 'Gene' Bolin

1948 — 2025

Gene Bolin, 76, passed away on February 15, 2025, in Yuma, Arizona. If you ever bought an appliance in Moses Lake in the '70s or '80s, chances are you met Gene Bolin. And if you met Gene, you likely walked away with a new fridge and a new friend. Gene had a way of connecting with people—his charm, quick wit, and genuine kindness made an impression that lasted a lifetime.

MLSD suspends protections for trans students

MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake School District school board suspended policy 3211, which protects transgender students from harassment, intimidation and bullying, at the March 20 regular board meeting. The board also sent a letter to the U.S. Department of Justice and the U.S. Department of Education asking for federal intervention for the contradictions between federal and state laws and policies regarding transgender students in athletics, bathrooms and dressing rooms.

Cellarbration raises more than $250,000 for BBCC scholarships

MOSES LAKE — The annual Cellarbration for Education fundraising dinner March 15 brought in more money in 2025 than 2024. Cellarbration is the largest fundraiser for the scholarship fund of the Big Bend Community College Foundation.

Weather for the week of March 24, 2025

Weather for the week of March 24, 2025

Legals for March, 24 2025

UPDATED: MLPD releases additional info on Friday drive-by investigation

MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake Police Department has released additional information regarding the drive-by shooting that occurred on West Loop Drive Friday evening shortly after 9 p.m. during which a 14-year-old boy was killed.

STUDIO BASIN: Fairs, guns and spring sports

MOSES LAKE – On this episode of the STUDIO BASIN Podcast, Cub Reporter Nance Beston and Senior Reporter Cheryl Schweizer talk about Senate Bill 5098, a piece of proposed legislation that would ban weapons in public areas where children may be present.

MLPD responds to Friday-evening drive-by

MOSES LAKE – Moses Lake Police Department officers have responded to a drive-by shooting on Loop Drive in Moses Lake.

Kyle Adair

1959 – 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Kyle Adair on March 8, 2025, after being unable to recover from a sudden illness. Kyle was born on July 25th, 1959, and grew up in Moses Lake, Washington.

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Oxford House set to open fourth Moses Lake home

MOSES LAKE – Oxford House, an organization that provides housing and support for people recovering from addiction, will be opening up a third home for men in Moses Lake. “Oxford House, Incorporated is a network of self-run, self-supported recovery homes for people recovering from alcoholism and addiction,” said Nokey Pando, who works for the Oxford House organization.

Wahluke looks to continue building team cohesion after strong start

MATTAWA – Wahluke soccer has started their 2025 season 2-1 and Coach Cele Lopez expressed pride in the team that has been built so far. This season the team has added new faces to the roster and is working on building a new defense. On top of this Coach Lopez has noticed a particularly strong bond that has been building among his players.

Referee shortage hits local fields

EPHRATA – Local communities have been feeling the impact of the nationwide officiating shortage which has had an impact on all sports. According to Bruce Shields, an officiant signer for Washington State, before COVID the area had over 100 umpires ready to officiate for baseball and as of last year that number had dropped down to 37.

NEWS BITES: March 21, 2025

NEWS BITES: March 21, 2025