Spring Homes Special Edition

The AP Spring Homes Special Edition is moving Tuesday on the Lifestyles wire for use anytime. The five stories are accompanied by photos. Slugs begin BC-US-SPE--Spring Homes-.

Former Othello councilman facing wire fraud charges

NEBRASKA - A former Othello councilmember and truck company president recently pleaded not guilty to wire fraud in connection to a scheme to defraud food processor ConAgra.

Feeling unmoored without sports

My favorite TV series of all time is “The Wire.”

Sheriff Jones warns residents of scams

Says skepticism critical

EPHRATA - If it looks or sounds too good to be true, Grant County Sheriff Tom Jones says it probably is and should be avoided.

Owner of shuttered dairy pleads guilty in $60M fraud

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The owner of an award-winning organic dairy in Pennsylvania that abruptly closed its doors last fall pleaded guilty Thursday to running a Ponzi scheme that bilked investors of nearly $60 million.

Owner of shuttered dairy sentenced to 10 years in $60M fraud

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The owner of an award-winning organic dairy who pleaded guilty to defrauding investors of nearly $60 million was sentenced Monday to 10 years in federal prison.

Some cities schedule spring yard cleanup

MOSES LAKE — Days are getting longer, it’s getting warmer, time to get out in the yard and - wow. The yard could use some work.

AP sources: MLB, umpires reach pay deal during pandemic

NEW YORK (AP) — Major League Baseball and its umpires have reached a deal to cover a 2020 pay structure during the coronavirus pandemic, including a 50% cut in May and nothing more this year if no games are played.

Brushing up for shedding season

While some dogs shed year-round, others shed seasonally during fall and spring months, in preparation for winter and summer weather. Although shedding is a natural process, there are ways to reduce shedding and keep loose hair to a minimum, which can improve your dog’s skin and coat health. Harmony Diers, a veterinary technician at the Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, says that reducing a dog’s shedding begins with grooming. “Ideally, brushing your dog at least three to four times a week for 5 to 10 minutes can help soften your dog’s coat and reduce the amount of hair that is shed,” Diers said. “You should also consider bathing your dog weekly during shedding season and two to three times a month during the months they shed less.” ...

U.S. Highway 10 in Cle Elum paved in 1949

While this column doesn't usually wander too far from the Columbia Basin, there are times when it is interesting to do so. Imagine a time when smaller Washington State towns had only dirt streets. Now imagine as these towns, one by one, paved the downtown streets or at least one street, which was usually the street through the main part of town.

Men presenting themselves as pastors charged in $28M scheme

SILVER SPRING, Md. (AP) — Three Maryland men presenting themselves as pastors targeted church members and other investors in a Ponzi scheme that defrauded victims out of more than $28 million, according to a federal indictment unsealed Friday.

Former NFL player Bellamy charged with virus relief fraud

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Former NFL player Josh Bellamy was arrested and charged Thursday with participating in a scheme to file fraudulent applications for more than $24 million in coronavirus relief funds, authorities said.

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'The 12th Seahawk' artwork on display at Old Hotel

OTHELLO – Those of you who are looking for that special gift for that special Seahawks fan may want to drop by the Old Hotel Art Gallery and check out “he 12th Seahawk.”

Honda recalls minivans to fix wiring that could be fire risk

DETROIT (AP) — Honda is recalling 241,000 Odyssey minivans in the U.S. to fix a wiring problem that could cause a fire.

Honda recalls minivans to fix wiring that could be fire risk

DETROIT (AP) — Honda is recalling 241,000 Odyssey minivans in the U.S. to fix a wiring problem that could cause a fire.

Pygmy rabbit recovery effort renewed in Basin

Renewed field efforts to recover endangered Columbia Basin pygmy rabbits are under way this spring in eastern Washington shrub-steppe habitat.

No decision on making up missed school day

Making up lost day will come in spring at Moses Lake, Othello

MOSES LAKE - District officials in Othello and Moses Lake haven't decided yet how to make up the day of school lost to a severe thunderstorm Sunday.

AP sources: Replay could vanish for '20 under MLB, ump deal

NEW YORK (AP) — Replay reviews could vanish in Major League Baseball in 2020 as part of a deal that covers how umpires would be paid for a season shortened or wiped out by the coronavirus pandemic.

Copper wire theft suspects caught by farmers

GRANT COUNTY — Deputies for the Grant County Sheriff's Office on Sunday caught two Yakima area residents allegedly stealing copper wiring from a farm a few miles south of George.