Southern California hit by destructive debris flows caused by heavy rains

First responders searched every vehicle in a pileup Thursday near Multnomah Falls, about 25 miles (40 kilometers) east of Portland, Oregon, the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office said. Oregon State Police said four people were taken to hospitals with minor injuries.

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NOTICE: Quincy Ground Water Subarea Licensees

As a reminder, landholders who either directly or indirectly own and/or lease land in the Subarea over the forms submittal threshold must file annual Reclamation Reform Act of 1982 (RRA) forms by March 15, 2008 to be eligible to receive Reclamation irrigation water. This includes but is not limited to individuals, entities, trusts, estates, public entities, religious or charitable organizations, and farm operators. This is a westwide disclosure. Any and all land must be counted if it is in a district subject to the RRA.

Opening day nears for Cabela's Outpost store

The new Cabela’s Outpost store opened its doors to media Thursday, showing off a fully stocked and decorated interior bustling with employees who continue to train and prepare the store for a Nov. 7 grand opening.

Starbucks to close hundreds of stores, lay off 900 workers as part of turnaround plan

Starbucks said Thursday it's closing hundreds of stores in the U.S., Canada and Europe and laying off 900 nonretail employees as it focuses more of its resources on a turnaround.

Schools look to security upgrades with latest massacre top of mind

School security has again come under public scrutiny in the wake of the May 24 shooting massacre at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas.

Dollar Tree to open tomorrow in Rathdrum

Dollar Tree announced its new store in Rathdrum will open tomorrow.

Dollar Tree opens today in Rathdrum

Dollar Tree announced its new store in Rathdrum will open today.

Magnetic Ink

Moses Lake tattoo shop doing well three years after starting business

MOSES LAKE – Moses Lake native Eddie Bernier, the owner and operator of the Magnetic Ink tattoo shop, said near the beginning of August that business is doing well for him. Bernier can be found at his shop tattooing clients in a second floor room with floor-to-ceiling windows looking out onto South Balsam Street. Rows of Bernier’s own artwork hang on the walls of the shop...

Marcher trial ends

Jury deliberating

EPHRATA — Jurors in Robbie Joe Marcher’s trial continue deliberating after hearing closing arguments Friday.

News Guide: Voters weigh governor, House, ballot questions

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — A new governor and a hard-fought congressional race were at the top of the ticket Tuesday in Utah, where voters will also weigh other House races and several state ballot initiatives. Voters in Utah and across the country are also casting their ballots for president.

News Guide: Voters weigh governor, House, ballot questions

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — A new governor and a hard-fought Congressional race are at the top of the ticket on Tuesday’s Election Day in Utah, where voters will also weigh other House races and several state ballot initiatives. Voters in Utah and across the country are also casting their ballots for president.

Friday Night Lights are off and running

The lights shine bright on Friday night and despite the fact that summer was all too short, high school football took center stage on the eve of the Labor Day weekend.

Moses Lake track performs well at Jewett invite

Girls first, boys fourth

ELLENSBURG - The Chiefs track team had one of its most productive outings of the season at the Keith Jewett Invite in Ellensburg April 27 and 28.

Teachers need tool to remove bad teachers

GUEST EDITORIAL

OLYMPIA — Gov. Chris Gregoire is promoting her education bill, SB 6696, as an effort to improve Washington schools and give the state a shot at a share of the $4.3 billion available through President Obama’s Race to the Top initiative.

To wheat their own ...

For all I know, there are two kinds of people in this world: Triscuit lovers and Wheat Thin fans.

YOUTH SPORTS: Pitch, Hit & Run, soccer and more

Pirates land No. 2 seed to state

The Polson Pirates’ run through divisionals last week at Butte had a very familiar feel.

Column: Working back from the darkest days

As overcast days go, this past Sunday pushed its way into the top two.

Islanders win draft lottery and No. 1 pick

NEW YORK - The final result of the New York Islanders' worst season in nine years is the opportunity for them to land a player who just might be able to turnaround the beleaguered franchise.