STAFF REPORT

City seeks applications for tourism projects funding

Hotel/motel tax funds are available to help boost tourism in Moses Lake.

County plans household hazardous waste collection

Grant County residents may dispose of household hazardous waste for free on Saturday, Sept. 26, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Grant County Road District #2 shop.

Two Newhouse-championed bills to protect indigenous women land on Trump's desk

Addressing the epidemic of missing and murdered indigenous women, two bills championed by Rep. Dan Newhouse, R-Sunnyside, are headed to President Donald Trump’s desk.

Mattawa woman dies in accident

A Mattawa resident died in a collision Saturday north of Mattawa.

Suicide survivors center holds virtual open house

Dr. Julie Rickard and Blake Suzelis will host a virtual open house at their new National Center for Suicide Survivors on Sept. 23.

Local Republicans open golf tournament

The first annual Grant County Republican Party Golf Tournament is planned for Friday, Sept. 25.

BBCC student found deceased in dorm room

Tragedy struck at Big Bend Community College on Tuesday with the suspected suicide of a 20-year-old student at the college.

Adams County reports case numbers

In Adams County, 33 new positive test results for coronavirus were confirmed over the weekend and into Monday.

Othello reviews stop sign policy, traffic control

A hearing to gather public opinion on a draft report on stop sign policy in Othello is scheduled for the Sept. 14 council meeting. The draft report, available on the city website, othellowa.gov, presents some guidelines for placing stop signs.

Othello Food Bank sets aside hours for seniors

Othello Food Bank in Othello, Washington, will start a new service for seniors, opening just for them noon to 3 p.m. on Mondays by appointment only beginning Sept. 14.

New emergency grants available to small businesses in Adams County

Adams County Development Council is accepting applications for emergency grants up to $10,000 each for businesses with up to 20 employees in Adams County.

County plans hazardous waste collection event

Grant County Solid Waste invites businesses and agencies that generate small amounts of hazardous waste to participate in a disposal opportunity on Friday, Sept. 25.

Community Health Center honored by agency

Moses Lake Community Health Center recently announced it was recognized by the Health Resources and Services Administration, an agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, winning three gold-tier quality awards.

Coronavirus cases reported in Grant, Adams counties

Coronavirus: 32 new cases reported in Grant County

Driver in two-vehicle collision dies

A driver in a collision in Adams County on Sept. 2 has died of his injuries.

Coronavirus: 18 new cases in Adams County

Eighteen new cases of coronavirus were confirmed in Othello, and two new cases were confirmed in Ritzville on Friday.

Adams County reports 18 COVID-19 cases

Eighteen new cases of coronavirus were confirmed in Othello, and two new cases were confirmed in Ritzville on Friday.

Study: Very rural senior citizens receive fewest services

PULLMAN — Older adults living in very rural settings are less likely than those living closer to urban centers to receive available services in health, nutrition and transportation, according to a new study by a Washington State University scientist.

Odessa Deutschesfest called off due to coronavirus

The board of directors of the Odessa Deutschesfest have announced that the festival has been canceled for this year.

Ybarra works to re-elect Davidson

OLYMPIA — Washington state Treasurer Duane Davidson has chosen Rep. Alex Ybarra, R-Quincy, as chair of his leadership committee as Davidson seeks re-election, according to a press release.

Fourth coronavirus death reported in Adams County

RITZVILLE — Adams County Health Department officials have announced a fourth Adams County resident has died after contracting coronavirus.

Ephrata woman injured in collision

MOSES LAKE — An Ephrata woman was flown to a hospital in Spokane for injuries suffered in a head-on collision on state Route 17 north of Moses Lake on Tuesday afternoon, according to Washington State Patrol.

Three Adams County deaths from coronavirus, complications announced

OTHELLO — Two Adams County residents died after contracting COVID-19, and a third resident died from complications associated with the disease during the week ending Aug. 3.

Coronavirus: 73 new cases confirmed in the last week

ADAMS COUNTY -—There were 73 confirmed cases of the coronavirus and the first local death in Adams County during the week ending Monday, July 27, according to Adams County Health Department

Adams County to start COVID-19 screenings

RITZVILLE — Beginning Monday, July 20, Adams County will implement COVID-19 screenings in Othello and Ritzville for all members of the public who enter county buildings for court services.

Adams County to start COVID-19 screenings

RITZVILLE — Beginning Monday, July 20, Adams County will implement COVID-19 screenings in Othello and Ritzville for all members of the public who enter county buildings for court services.

Hand sanitizer containing methanol considered dangerous

OLYMPIA — Government agencies are warning the public about the dangers of hand sanitizers containing methanol.

Grant County Commissioner tests positive for COVID-19

MOSES LAKE — Grant County Commissioner Richard Stevens has been diagnosed with COVID-19.

Hand sanitizer containing methanol considered dangerous

OLYMPIA — Government agencies are warning the public about the dangers of hand sanitizers containing methanol.

NWAC postpones the start of college sports

MOSES LAKE — College sports won’t start on time in the Northwest Athletic Conference.

Start of fall prep sports pushed

RENTON — High school sports in the fall will not start on time this season.

The Wellness Place in Wenatchee reopens

WENATCHEE — The Wellness Place has reopened after three months of closure, according to a press release.

Coulee City man hit by motorcycle

GRANT COUNTY — A Coulee City bicyclist was struck by a motorcycle on state Route 17 near mile post 87 after turning into traffic and was pronounced dead at Central Washington Hospital, according to Washington State Patrol.

Fitness center cited, fined for operating while county is in Phase 1

YAKIMA COUNTY — A fitness center near Yakima faces a fine of $9,639 for operating in violation of Gov. Jay Inslee’s Safe Start order, according to Washington State Department of Labor & Industries.

Washington overtime rules change today

TUMWATER — Changes to the state’s overtime rules go into effect today, July 1.

Car theft suspects caught in irrigation ditch

MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake woman, Tomie Gonzalez, 21, and a 16-year-old were apprehended early Sunday morning after a high-speed chase ended in an irrigation ditch, according to Grant County Sheriff’s Office.

Senate Republican leaders support ruling against Inslee vetoes

OLYMPIA — Washington Senate Republican Leader Mark Schoesler and Sen. Curtis King, Republican leader on the Senate Transportation Committee, issued statements Friday after Thurston County Superior Court Judge Carol Murphy ruled Gov. Jay Inslee’s line-item vetoes of the transportation budget adopted last year were illegal, according to a press release.

Grant PUD may extend study of bank at dam

EPHRATA — Grant County PUD commissioners will consider extending a study of seismic conditions of the left bank at Wanapum Dam and an increase in the contract cost. If approved, the contract with Jack R. Benjamin Associates would be extended through December 2021 and raised from $990,000 to $1.5 million.

Othello School District renews superintendent contract

OTHELLO — The contract of Othello School District Superintendent Chris Hurst has been extended through 2023.

Grant, Adams counties put off application for Phase 3

MOSES LAKE/RITZVILLE — Officials in Grant and Adams counties decided not to apply for Phase 3 of the state’s four-phase reopening plan over the weekend, when the recommended three weeks in Phase 2 were completed.

Ephrata grad commits to CWU baseball

WALLA WALLA — Ephrata graduate Zac Berryman will have an opportunity to return to the baseball field after the COVID-19 outbreak shortened his sophomore season with Walla Walla Community College.

Department of Health highlights importance of face coverings

OLYMPIA — State officials on Monday again asked Washingtonians to help stop the spread of COVID-19.

Impromptu protests appear in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE — Upward of 30 people gathered at the intersection of Broadway Avenue and Stratford Road on Tuesday evening to protest police brutality and show solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement.

State Parks open for free three days in June

OLYMPIA — State park visitors won’t need a Discover Pass for day-use excursions three days in June, according to a press release from the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission.

Webinar will address how health care affects retirement

MOSES LAKE — Will I be OK for retirement?

Free potatoes feed residents of Grant, Adams counties and beyond

GRANT AND ADAMS COUNTIES — As if 2020 didn’t have plenty of names already, it will also go down in history as the Year of the Great Potato Giveaways.

Local libraries extend closure date

KENNEWICK — To help citizens stay in compliance with Gov. Jay Inslee’s recently extended stay-home order, the Mid-Columbia Libraries has extended its closure date to Monday, May 4. While the Othello library is closed, patrons have access to eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines and streaming videos available on midcolumbialibraries.org. The library network is also hosting a spring reading challenge in which participants can win digital Amazon gift cards. Live story times can be accessed on the library’s facebook page, facebook.com/MidColumbiaLibraries.

Preserving routines: Tips for Alzheimer’s caregivers during pandemic

Tips for Alzheimer’s caregivers during pandemic

NEW YORK — The ongoing coronavirus, or COVID-19, outbreak is disrupting many parts of daily life for everyone, but those challenges are magnified for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease. Changes in daily routines can lead to anxiety, confusion, agitation or discomfort, which is why the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America is offering tips to family caregivers about ways to adapt.

Adams County prepares for COVID-19

OTHELLO — Adams County’s first confirmed coronavirus case was reported on Saturday, March 21.

Adams County prepares for COVID-19

OTHELLO — Adams County’s first confirmed coronavirus case was reported on Saturday, March 21.