Wednesday, March 18, 2026
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NEWS

Licensing locations

COLUMBIA BASIN — There are three ways to buy a fishing license in Washington. Anglers can visit the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife website at fishhunt.dfw.wa.gov and order online, or they can call 360-902-2464 to order one. Online and phone orders may take seven to 10 days before you …

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Trout Derby adds a little something extra to lake fishing

MOSES LAKE — Anglers, cast your lines! The 2026 Trout Derby begins April 25. “We stock lakes all over the …

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Hiking Trails in the Columbia Basin

COLUMBIA BASIN — Eastern Washington boasts a variety of different hiking trails to enjoy as the weather begins to warm …

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Looking for sheds provides the fun of the hunt

PLAIN — For people who like to spend as much time outdoors than they do indoors – if not more …

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Rotary Club of Moses Lake celebrates 75 years

MOSES LAKE — The Rotary Club of Moses Lake gathered at Pillar Rock Grill Saturday to celebrate 75 years of …

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Examining how agriculture could switch to renewable energy

MOSES LAKE — The topic of energy production is something that has become something of increasing interest in recent years …

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Jail staffing focus of Adams Co. Commission discussion

RITZVILLE — The remodeled Adams County Jail is tentatively scheduled to open in spring 2027, which means training new and …

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Ready to party?

OTHELLO — Meet Gala, the cutest jubilee in Eastern Washington. A terrier mix, spayed, vaccinated and microchipped, she is ready …

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WEATHER: March 18-24, 2026

Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 66. SW wind 8-14 mph. Mostly cloudy evening, with a low around 49. …

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'A Taste of Ireland' set to showcase Irish music, dance and fun

MOSES LAKE — Three Eastern Washington venues will get their Taste of Ireland this spring when “A Taste of Ireland …

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Colorful pups

Last week, we asked the children of the Columbia Basin to try coloring Akira, our pet of the day last …

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Gettin' down to business

MOSES LAKE — Attendees stroll down the aisles at the Moses Lake Business Expo Tuesday afternoon at the Grant County …

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MLSD to publicly review financial audit Thursday

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake School District will have a special session before its regularly scheduled board meeting March …

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STUDIO BASIN: Ephrata's Ridge Robotics to go to national Lego Competition

On this episode of the STUDIO BASIN Podcast, Ephrata Ridge Elementary School's Ridge Robotics team members Mille Scheelke and Lindsay …

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Royal City development expanding

ROYAL CITY — Additional apartments will be coming to Royal City as part of the next phase at a development …

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The WA 2026 legislative session ends, but not without a fight

OLYMPIA — Washington lawmakers adjourned Thursday, March 12, concluding the 2026 legislative session, defined by another multibillion-dollar budget deficit and …

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Knights tennis bests Naches Valley

ROYAL CITY — The Royal Knights battled against Naches Valley on the court Monday afternoon with the Knights boys earning …

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Moses Lake Firefighters quickly contain Ivy Avenue House Fire

MOSES LAKE — At approximately 1 p.m. Monday afternoon, firefighters from Moses Lake Fire Department Stations 1 and 2 responded …

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Ephrata Police Department logs: March 13-15, 2026

EPHRATA — The reports below were provided by the Moses Lake Police Department. All suspects are considered innocent until proven …

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Dodson bridge to remain open while nearby overpasses face issues

ROYAL CITY — The Hansen Road bridge over Interstate 90 may be scheduled for demolition; the Adams Road bridge might …

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