LPOIC Thanksgiving Derby nears

The Lake Pend Oreille Idaho Club's annual Thanksgiving fishing derby gets underway on Sunday

Japan floods leave some 20 dead, many in nursing homes

TOKYO (AP) — Deep floodwaters and the risk of more mudslides that left about 20 people confirmed or presumed dead hampered search and rescue operations on Sunday in southern Japan, including at elderly home facilities where more than a dozen perished and scores are still stranded.

Japan floods leave some 20 dead, many in nursing homes

TOKYO (AP) — Deep floodwaters and the risk of more mudslides that left about 20 people confirmed or presumed dead hampered search and rescue operations on Sunday in southern Japan, including at elderly home facilities where more than a dozen perished and scores are still stranded.

Police: Tennessee woman shoots man she suspected of stealing

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — An 88-year-old white woman in Tennessee who was arrested for allegedly shooting a man she suspected to be taking alcohol from her liquor store said she was “fed up” with people stealing from her.

From the Archives - July 2, 2020

On July 19, 1941, the Bonners Ferry Lions Club became a charter member of Lions International. Its charter night program, with dinner, was held at the fairgrounds in Memorial Hall. Dinner included dishes with “Congo” themes: Lion Salad, Tropical Salad, Jungle Meats, Tiger Tidbits, and Voodoo Brew. A dance was held in Fry Memorial Hall (high school on Oak Street) with the KHQ Orchestra as entertainment. As President of the newly formed organization, Dr. Fred W. Durose presided over the affair.

Theodora Byrdeen Worley

Theodora Byrdeen Worley, 77, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away on July 8, 2008, at Kadlec Hospital in Richland, Wash. following heart surgery on June 25. Memorial services will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, July 18, at the First Presbyterian Church. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel and Crematory. Please sign the guest book or leave a note for the family at

Olympic opportunity comes to Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - For the past 50 years the Manta Rays Swim Team has put a great deal of time and effort into being the premier competitive swimming program in Grant County providing an outstanding service for area citizens.

Kelley vies for position

Working on education

Harry Thomas 'Tom' Pruett

Harry Thomas “Tom” Pruett, ordained minister, went to meet his Lord and Savior with his family by his side on Tuesday, May 12, 2009. He was 59 years old.

Glenn Robert Mitchell

Glenn Robert Mitchell of Moses Lake died peacefully on Jan. 7, 2009, in Kennewick, Wash. He was 82 years old.

Armando 'Hondo' Enriquez Sr.

Armando “Hondo” Enriquez Sr., 62, of Othello, died peacefully Monday, May 25, 2009, at the Deaconess Medical Center in Spokane, with his family around him, and in the loving arms of his wife and soul mate Jeannie.

Willis Lee Miller

Willis Lee Miller, 68, of Royal City, passed away Monday, Feb. 23, 2009, at Central Washington Hospital in Wenatchee. He was surrounded by his family and friends.

Just chillin'

MOSES LAKE — Entire families gathered at the Moses Lake Museum & Art Center Saturday to make crafts.

Coulee Corridor supporters celebrate tourism signs

Supporters gathered Friday at Lake Lenore Caves State Park to mark the newest improvement to the Coulee Corridor Scenic Byway.

Owners' daughter inspires new business

Party supplies provided

MOSES LAKE — Ten-year-old Annie Roemer’s birthday wish of bringing a bounce house to her party inspired a new business.

Coulee Corridor Byway Idols crowned

Ephrata performers chosen

SOAP LAKE — The 2010 King of the Road and Queen of the Coulee were crowed for their winning vocal performances at The Big Event Byway Idol contest in Soap Lake Saturday.

Venom set to kick off first season

WENATCHEE — The new professional indoor football team, the Wenatchee Venom, begin American Indoor Football Association (AIFA) play in their opener against the Yakima Valley Warriors on Saturday at 7:05 p.m. at the Toyota Center.

Sunland Inn adds Ephrata location

Also operates Moses Lake business

EPHRATA — Columbia Motel in Ephrata is now named Sunland Inn after two business partners acquired the property.

Herding event begins Friday

Competition is at Grant County Fairgrounds

MOSES LAKE — The Northwest Rein Cow Horse Association (NWRCHA) will host the annual Paul Dice Memorial herding competition Friday morning at 8 a.m. at the Grant County Fairgrounds in Moses Lake.

Mary I. Zeppenfield

Mary Zeppenfield was born in Spokane on Oct. 12, 1920.