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CWU faculty push back on administration’s response

ELLENSBURG — A group of 49 Central Washington University faculty members is disputing part of the university’s public statements regarding the ongoing vote of no confidence in President Jim Wohlpart, saying the campuswide ballot is already in progress and not pending, as an earlier university email suggested.

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Devils claim road victory against Eagles in districts

SOAP LAKE — The Wilson Creek Devils (16-5) earned a stunning 51-44 win on the road against the Soap Lake …

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Statement win: Knights earn victory in first round of district tourney

ROYAL CITY — The Royal Knights (19-3) defeated the Omak Pioneers 74-30 Thursday to advance to the semifinals of the …

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Wilson Creek voters supporting EP&O levy

WILSON CREEK — Initial ballot counts from the Feb. 10 special election show Wilson Creek School District’s replacement Educational Programs …

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Donation covers adoption fees at Rock Bottom Rocker Pet Pantry

SOAP LAKE — A recent donation to Rock Bottom Rocker Pet Pantry will make it easier for some folks to …

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Tiger King set to serve Ephrata

EPHRATA — After three years of dreaming, planning and searching for the right location, Tyson and Hunter Mollotte have opened …

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Homes for Heroes would give homeownership help where it’s needed

OLYMPIA — A bill before the Washington Legislature could make it easier to house people who make a big difference …

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Moses Lake officials working to correct audit issues

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake city officials are working to correct errors identified by the Washington State Auditor’s Office and …

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BASIN EVENTS: Feb. 13-21

COLUMBIA BASIN — Winter’s not over yet, but you can almost see spring from here. Here are a few ways …

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Hansen Road, Quincy basketball made news in January

MOSES LAKE — Traffic disruption in Moses Lake, historic numbers for a Quincy Jacks basketball player and a new Dancing …

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WEATHER: Feb. 13 – Feb. 19, 2026

Friday: A 10% chance of rain after 4pm. Cloudy, with a high near 41. Light and variable wind becoming northeast …

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Coulee-Hartline voters approving Enrichment Levy in early results

COULEE CITY — The Coulee-Hartline School District’s replacement Enrichment Levy is passing by a good margin in the initial Feb. …

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Warden voters support school levies

WARDEN — Initial ballot counts from the Feb. 10 special election show Warden School District voters approving both the district’s …

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CWU president faces no confidence vote

ELLENSBURG — Central Washington University officials say they will not answer further questions regarding the Faculty Senate’s Feb. 4 vote …

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Big Bend rolls over CBC at home

MOSES LAKE — The Big Bend Community College Vikings (10-15) defeated the Columbia Basin College Hawks 85-63 to earn a …

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GCSO logs for Feb. 11-12, 2026

The reports below were provided by the Grant County Sheriff’s Office. Any suspects named are innocent until proven guilty in …

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MLFD tackles structure fire on Rose Ave.

MOSES LAKE — At approximately 2 p.m. Thursday, the Moses Lake Fire Department responded to a report of a structure …

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Wheeler roundabout construction scheduled for Feb 23

MOSES LAKE — If the weather cooperates, construction will begin Feb. 23 on a roundabout at the intersection of Road …

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Huskies claim playoff victory on home court

OTHELLO — After an 0-20 conclusion to their 2024-25 season, the Othello Huskies (9-13) earned their first playoff win in …

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Mavs find success at districts

WENATCHEE — The Moses Lake Mavericks swim team competed in the 4A District 5 tournament in Wenatchee Wednesday evening where …

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