Appeals court upholds hold on Arkansas abortion laws

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — A federal appeals court on Tuesday kept on hold an Arkansas law banning abortions 18 weeks into a woman's pregnancy and another banning the procedure from being performed because the fetus has Down syndrome.

Do you feel uncomfortable around them?

Twice a month, we have a care-giver come over to the house to be with our son, Benjamin, who has Down Syndrome. Her name is Delaina. We deeply appreciate the service that she offers. We are fortunate to have her present with Benjamin while we take time for ourselves.

Tim Flint

Tim Flint passed away on June 11, 2025, at the age of 85 in Othello, Washington. Tim is survived by his devoted wife of 64 years Susan Flint; daughters Dawn Donahoo (Doug), Kimberly Detwiler and Becky Jo Flint (Scott Rodgers); grandson Jake; and granddaughters Ashley, Alyson and Jessica. Tim was born in Los Angeles, California, and attended schools in California. He graduated from Sierra High School and went on to Reedley College. In 1959, a blind date led to a lifelong partnership with Susan and they married in 1960. His early career included PG&E of California, but Tim’s passion for the outdoors led him to pursue a career in Wildlife Management and a move to the Pacific Northwest. Encouraged by his wife, Tim returned to college in his 30s, earning a BS degree in Wildlife Resources from the University of Idaho in 1974. He immediately joined the Washington Department of Fish and Game, where he served with distinction until he retired in 1987 due to post-polio syndrome. Tim’s life was one of quiet determination, deep love for family and a strong connection to nature.

Dave Graybill: The Fishin' Magician

If you want to beat the crowds for Memorial Weekend, consider a trip to Buffalo Lake near Coulee Dam on the Colville Reservation. My fishing buddy Rollie Schmitten and I just spent some time at Buffalo Lake and had it almost to ourselves. It is a big, scenic lake, with excellent populations of rainbow trout, kokanee and largemouth bass.

Fishin' Magician: Dave Graybill

The rain is pouring down in Leavenworth, so I called my fishing buddy Rollie Schmitten and we headed north to do some steelhead fishing on the Columbia River.

Special hunt permit deadline is May 20

My hunting buddies and I are studying the 2015 Big Game pamphlet to determine which hunts are our favorites for the fall season. The deadline is May 20, about 12 days from today. Read on.

Basin anglers successful

Anglers around the Columbia Basin have been successful in recent days. Martha Lake was the only water with partial failure.

Monday, October 12, 2015

2 in critical condition after dam explosion • Many factors in shift to year-round school • Art & Wine Walk at Laketown Landing • Big Bend fall enrollment up slightly • Soap Lake candidates speak at forum • Baby massage class starts Thursday • Buddy Walk draws huge crowd • Warden football rolls on homecoming night • Eagles do it with defense: Soap Lake footbal still undefeated after shutout • Quincy soccer nabs overtime win against Wapato

Fishin' Magician: Dave Graybill

I got a chance to fish Potholes Reservoir with Brian Nielson, of BJs Guide Service, and another fishing buddy, James LeBow earlier this week. I planned on spending a couple of hours on the water with them and then checking on some of the lakes that opened on the first of April.

The Fishin' Magician: Early Spring Walleye

My fishing buddy Rollie Schmitten and I traveled to Northport, which is just south of the Canadian Border on the Columbia River, and spent two days fishing. This stretch of the Columbia flows much like it has for eons and the water is big and often wild.

The Fishin' Magician: Wanapum Dam, Priest Rapids, and White Bluff

I haven't been able to get down river to fish for fall salmon below Wanapum Dam, Priest Rapids or White Bluff myself, so I checked in with my buddy Shane Magnuson to see if there are any fish being caught down there.

Fishin' Magician: Dave Graybill

The rain is pouring down in Leavenworth, so I called my fishing buddy Rollie Schmitten and we headed north to do some steelhead fishing on the Columbia River.

Kris Fisk finds her calling while caring for mother and her own complexion

ROYAL CITY - Nearing middle age, Kris Fisk has done so many jobs that she struggles to remember them all. Thanks to her willingness to be her mother's care-giver, she has finally found a career.

Lindsay Ell brings guitar, songwriting skills to the Gorge

Lindsay Ell

MOSES LAKE — The road is where it all starts. It’s the forge and the hammer that shapes careers. It’s where flaws are exposed and dues are paid.

Hughes scores 25, Syracuse blows out Pittsburgh 72-49

PITTSBURGH (AP) — A month ago, the sight of Buddy Boeheim hobbling to the bench might have left Syracuse shaken. Not so much anymore.

Hughes scores 25, Syracuse blows out Pittsburgh 72-49

PITTSBURGH (AP) — A month ago, the sight of Buddy Boeheim hobbling to the bench might have left Syracuse shaken. Not so much anymore.

Auditions Sunday for Masquers’ Christmas play

SOAP LAKE — Masquers Theater is looking for a few good players.

Still more hunting prep tips

This is the last in a series about preparing for hunting season.

George M. Whitney Jr.

June 30, 1953 - November 11, 2025

George Marvin Whitney Jr., 72, passed away peacefully at his residence in Moses Lake, Washington, on Nov. 11, 2025, after a short illness. George was born on June 30, 1953, to Marvin and Iris Whitney. George is survived by his wife Lisa; his children Pauline (Keaton) and Rose (Adam); his three grandchildren Kate, Leo, and Cole; and his brother Ray (Norma) and their family: Mark (Aunna), Lauren (Clay), and Nathan (Mariah).

Ruff story: Picture book to honor Biden dogs Champ and Major

NEW YORK (AP) — The publishing world has a new pet project: A picture book about the Biden family dogs, the German shepherds Champ and Major.