CBTECH students push in their own fire engine

MOSES LAKE — The Fire Science students at Columbia Basin Technical Skills Center held their first push-in ceremony last week, welcoming home their new fire truck. The truck was a donation from the city of Moses Lake, and while the program had borrowed it in the past, it’s now all theirs, explained CBTECH Fire Sciences teacher Lynn Dodd. “It was a fire truck that was still in service,” Dodd said. “It was a backup of a backup of a backup, but if for some reason the city needed it, they could come and get it and they could utilize it. This last summer it failed pump testing and was deemed no longer an asset to the city. It doesn’t meet the requirements to be an in-service engine anymore … So we can do whatever we want with that truck and stock that truck and train on that truck, and it now is an asset of our class.”

Kalispell man sentenced in theft, criminal mischief cases

A Kalispell man brought up on felony theft and criminal mischief charges in Flathead County District Court was later given suspended sentences and ordered to pay restitution.

Huskies’ rally but fall short in playoff loss

OTHELLO – The Othello Huskies (9-2) fell short 24-21 to Sehome in the 2A state football tournament after a late comeback attempt was unsuccessful. Defensive Coordinator Kevin Hale said he was proud of the Huskies giving themselves an opportunity to win, even if it did not go their way. “We had some difficulties and penalties and turnovers. We made it tough on ourselves, but ultimately, we gave ourselves a chance to win at the end and just couldn't quite do it,” Hale said. The Huskies took an 8-7 lead after the first quarter, but Sehome responded in the second quarter, tallying off 10 points to take a nine-point lead at halftime. The Huskies offense erupted in the third quarter with 13 points, but Sehome was able to maintain the lead with another score of their own and hold in the fourth quarter for the win.

Rams have 4 interceptions, Seahawks miss long field goal on final play in Los Angeles' 21-19 win

INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — The Rams made four interceptions and they kept Seattle out of the end zone for the first 57 1/2 minutes. Los Angeles' offense scored three touchdowns against the Seahawks' vaunted defense. This meeting of streaking NFC West powers still came down to a long field goal attempt as time expired. When Jason Myers came up short and wide right from 61 yards, the Rams celebrated a messy victory — but one with season-defining potential.

Keeping Score: Interviews with Glacier players and coach after semi-final win

We catch up with Asher Knopik, Dylan Banzet, and head coach Grady Bennett moments after the win.

Downtown Tree Lighting to kick off season in Moses Lake Friday

MOSES LAKE — Downtown Moses Lake will be a hopping spot Friday, with food, games, music and the lighting of the downtown Christmas tree. Oh, and a visit from Santa Claus, but without the sleigh.

Vandals 'frustrated' after loss ... Idaho contends late Hornets completion shouldn't have counted

Idaho wraps up the season Saturday at home vs. Idaho State.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Idaho State on the way to catching on in the Big Sky

“Kai was a guy that we had stayed in touch with for a long time,” Hawkins said of the 6-foot-2, 207-pound Wheeler. “We’ve kinda created a niche on the offensive side of the ball — we call them the Big Body Benzes — trying to get some bigger wide receivers. And last year, for the majority of the season, three of our wide receivers were from Idaho. So staying in-state for bigger guys is something we’ve had success with."

Art & Fire fosters community, creativity in Hayden

Mekenzie Hill has always known that her calling was in the arts. She was “lucky enough” to attend the Sorenson Magnet School of the Arts and Humanities in Coeur d’Alene, where she was exposed to “all sorts” of artistic mediums. That education put her on the path to eventually getting her associate's degree in art from North Idaho College in 2023.

No. 2 Griz roll past Vikings, 63-17

PORTLAND, Ore. — Keali’i Ah Yat accounted for four touchdowns, Eli Gillman had two rushing touchdowns, and Montana beat Portland State 63-17 on Saturday.

New mural goes up at Flathead Industries Thrift Store in Kalispell

Flathead Industries has unveiled a new community mural at its Kalispell Thrift Store, created through a collaboration with Park Side Credit Union and My Glacier Village.

Vandals brace for Sac State’s vaunted rushing attack

“Obviously this year is disappointing in the aspect that we’re not a playoff team,” first-year Idaho coach Thomas Ford Jr. said of his young team. “But I also look at the roster and see the growth that we’ve made. Those guys will all be back; the only difference is, they’ll have 500, 1,000 snaps under their belt.”

Signatures meant more in Mesopotamia than they do now − what cylinder seals say about ancient and modern life

The earliest form of the signature came from ancient Iraq in the form of cylinder seals. Mesopotamians, the ancient inhabitants of the land between the Euphrates and Tigris rivers, are credited for many firsts in human history, including writing, urbanism and the state. Among these inventions, cylinder seals are perhaps the most distinctive but least known.

Idaho’s projected state budget deficit increases

Idaho Constitution prohibits Idaho from running a budget deficit

Legals for November, 15 2025

Wolfpack get back to the title game

The Wolfpack are back in the title game, but the job’s not done.

Griz, Cats capsules for Nov. 15

When the Grizzlies have the ball: Eli Gillman went over 1,000 rushing yards for the second time last week and has 3,185 in 30 career games.

Idaho’s projected state budget deficit increases to $58.3 million

Idaho Constitution prohibits Idaho from running a budget deficit

When buying a first home, listen to the pros

MOSES LAKE — Sometimes, the first step to homeownership is simply taking a step. “The best thing for us to do is to start with a loan application and let me talk with you a little while,” said Guild Mortgage Branch Manager Anne Fisher. “Let's figure out what are your needs, what are your goals.”

Weekend TV/Radio highlights

Television, radio and streaming highlights for upcoming weekend.