Annual Spring Festival parades are Saturday
MOSES LAKE — Two annual parades are planned for Saturday during the Moses Lake Spring Festival.
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The 2010 Soap Lake Box Derby is Saturday
SOAP LAKE — More than 30 racers are competing for prizes during the 2010 Soap Lake Box Derby in Soap Lake on Saturday.
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Callahan runs for Grant PUD
ROYAL CITY — Rich Callahan, of Royal City, announced he is running for Grant County PUD commissioner, position 2.
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Sheriff's office pays to replace locks, keys
SOAP LAKE — The Grant County Sheriff’s Office had to pay to replace keys and locks after accidentally losing keys belonging to an inmate.
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Four detained for questioning after assault
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake police detained four people following an assault on West Third Avenue Wednesday afternoon.
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Springfest features live entertainment
MOSES LAKE — Live entertainment in the form of a lip sync contest and the Spring Fest Idol competition are planned at the McCosh Park amphitheatre this weekend.
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Drug prep leads to flash fire
MOSES LAKE — Three Moses Lake men were seriously burned after drug preparation led to a flash fire in a shed on Airway Drive in Moses Lake Monday night.
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DeTrolio runs for re-election as sheriff
MOSES LAKE — Grant County Sheriff Frank DeTrolio is running for re-election.
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Moses Lake tornado confirmed
COLUMBIA BASIN — The National Weather Service confirmed the report of a Wednesday night tornado passing through Moses Lake was a class zero.
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State allows for mosquito spraying
COLUMBIA BASIN — The Department of Ecology will allow mosquito control districts to spray for vector and nuisance mosquitoes.
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Judge Fitterer runs for re-election
GRANT COUNTY — Grant County District Court Judge Richard C. Fitterer is running for re-election to Judge Position One.
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"It was like something out of 'Wizard of Oz'"
MOSES LAKE — A tornado touched down on Road P near Moses Lake, picking up a barn and slamming it to the ground Wednesday night.
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Patrol car collides with private vehicle
MOSES LAKE — Larry Q. Bronson, 28, Moses Lake, was arrested for vehicular assault after reportedly crashing into a Grant County sheriff’s deputy patrol car Saturday night near Moses Lake.
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Election filing period approaches in June
EPHRATA — There are several elected positions up for re-election in Grant and Adams counties this year.
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Soap Lake hosting soap box derby
SOAP LAKE — Entry forms to participate in the May 29 Soap Lake Box Derby must be received by Soap Lake City Hall Monday.
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Affects Laguna, Cove West
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District learned their boundaries for their tax base are incorrect.
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Othello Main Street rehab bids sought
OTHELLO — Othello plans to begin the Main Street rehabilitation project at the end of June.
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Work on Civic Center set to begin in June
MOSES LAKE — Construction of the Moses Lake Civic Center Project is expected to begin in early June.
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Bernd running again for Grant PUD
MOSES LAKE — Grant County PUD Commissioner Bob Bernd is seeking re-election to commissioner At-Large Position B.
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Jones seeks to be sheriff
GRANT COUNTY — Grant County Sheriff’s Office Sgt. Tom Jones announced he is running for election as sheriff.
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Royal City recipe
ROYAL CITY — Susie Littlewood, of Royal City, recently returned from the 44th Annual Pillsbury Bake-Off with inspiration to make new recipes and enter more contests.
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Emergency management offers weather safety tips
MOSES LAKE — With weather getting warmer, Grant County Emergency Management offers tips to stay safe this summer.
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Houdini doesn't eat my blankets anymore
Houdini was named for her amazing ability to escape padlocked kennels.
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Clough runs against Doc Hastings
OTHELLO — Jay Clough announced he is running as a Democratic candidate against Congressman Doc Hastings, R-4th District.
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Clough runs against Doc Hastings
OTHELLO — Jay Clough announced he is running as a Democratic candidate against Congressman Doc Hastings, R-4th District.
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Paris runs for Grant PUD commissioner
GRANT COUNTY — Patti Paris is running for Grant County PUD position two.
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'The Music Man' comes to Othello
OTHELLO — The Othello Theatre Guild is performing six shows of ‘The Music Man’ during the next two weekends.
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Stormwater education program continues
MOSES LAKE — Fabric filters will be placed in stormwater drains in downtown Moses Lake Friday in preparation for sidewalk spraying.
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Two vehicle fires, one weekend
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Fire Department responded to two vehicle fires Friday and Saturday.
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Moses Lake dog shooting justified
MOSES LAKE — The Chelan County Sheriff’s Office concluded a Grant County Sheriff’s deputy was justified in shooting a Moses Lake man’s pet, to defend a police dog.
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Moses Lake fee increases
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake City Council unanimously made changes to the ambulance service.
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False fire alarm penalty to increase
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake City Council agreed to increase the fee associated with the Moses Lake Fire Department responding to false fire alarms in commercial buildings.
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Holmquist graduates from energy program
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Sen. Janéa Holmquist, R-Moses Lake, is an inaugural graduate of the University of Idaho’s Energy Policy Planning Program.
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Othello continues work on well 5
OTHELLO — Othello continues to deal with attempting to pull the column out of well 5.
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Othello discusses Main Street beautification
OTHELLO — Othello City Council discussed costs associated with the Main Street beautification project.
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Dale Walker will run for Grant PUD
GRANT COUNTY — Dale Walker announced he is running for Grant County PUD Commission District position two.
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Moses Lake police assign desk officer
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Police Department implemented a desk officer to handle calls for service for people who come directly to the department allowing patrol officers to stay on the street.
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Work on mosquito permit continues
COLUMBIA BASIN — The Department of Ecology issued a letter to people who participated in the comment period concerning the Aquatic Mosquito Control General permit.
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Four suspects arrested after Moses Lake pursuit
MOSES LAKE — Four people were arrested following a traffic stop conducted by the U.S. Marshal’s Office and the Moses Lake Police Department Wednesday afternoon.
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Fallen deputy honored
EPHRATA — The late Grant County sheriff’s Deputy John Bernard was named Deputy of the Year for 2009.
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Moses Lake man arrested for rape
MOSES LAKE — Mario Noyola Jr., 31, Moses Lake, was arrested for rape in the first degree and incest in the first degree Wednesday night.
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Debit card scam targets the area
SOAP LAKE — The Soap Lake Chamber of Commerce reported a scam targeting VISA debit card holders.
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Moses Lake pageant title holders crowned
MOSES LAKE — Four women were crowned with 2010 titles through the Miss Moses Lake pageant Saturday night.
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Give a kidney, save several lives
I recently read a story about the need for kidney transplants and how people are getting them through a unique process.
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Grant County sheriff's posse is recruiting
GRANT COUNTY — The Grant County Mounted Sheriff’s Posse is holding a membership drive at two locations Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Dale Walker will run for Grant PUD
GRANT COUNTY — Dale Walker announced he is running for Grant County PUD Commission District position two.
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Fagan irrigation bill passes Senate
OLYMPIA — A bill concerning irrigation districts sponsored by Rep. Susan Fagan, R-Pullman, passed the Senate with a unanimous vote.
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Othello listens to council hopefuls
OTHELLO — Othello City Council questioned a panel of hopeful council appointees to determine who would be the best fit for the seat vacated by John Reneau.
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Moses Lake to seek bids for city hall
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake City Council unanimously approved to call for bids for construction of the city hall complex project.
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Mosquito district asks Othello for support
OTHELLO — The Adams County Mosquito Control District asked Othello City Council to support them in contesting a proposed state permitting process.
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Othello appoints newest councilmember
OTHELLO — Charles Garcia was appointed as the newest member to the Othello City Council.
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Schoesler concerned for farms
OLYMPIA — Sen. Mark Schoesler, R-Ritzville, spoke out against the state operating budget presented by the Senate due to its affects on agriculture.
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Moses Lake pageant titles up for grabs Saturday
MOSES LAKE — Several women are competing in the 2010 Miss Moses Lake and Miss Moses Lake Outstanding Teen pageant Saturday night.
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Hundreds turn out for mosquito hearing
MOSES LAKE — Hundreds of people attended the state Department of Ecology (DOE) hearing concerning a draft permit related to spraying pesticides for adult mosquitoes Tuesday afternoon.
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Moses Lake talks about retail stores
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake City Council discussed the lack of retail shopping in the city and what could be done to attract retailers.
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Moses Lake Officer of the Year named
MOSES LAKE — Several Moses Lake police officers were recognized Friday afternoon for their service.
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Deputy collides with DUI suspect
MOSES LAKE — A Grant County Sheriff’s deputy crashed into the rear of a vehicle during a pursuit in Moses Lake.
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Moses Lake to seek bids for city hall
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake City Council unanimously approved to call for bids for construction of the city hall complex project.
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Othello appoints newest councilmember
OTHELLO — Charles Garcia was appointed as the newest member to the Othello City Council.
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Fagan irrigation bill passes Senate
OLYMPIA — A bill concerning irrigation districts sponsored by Rep. Susan Fagan, R-Pullman, passed the Senate with a unanimous vote.
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Teenager killed in drive-by shooting
BEVERLY — A teenager was gunned down during a drive-by shooting Sunday night near Beverly and another teen was hospitalized.
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Cowell homicide award increased to $40,000
WENATCHEE — Information leading to the conviction of the subject or subjects responsible for the murder of Mackenzie Cowell increased to $40,000.
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Mosquito district asks Othello for support
OTHELLO — The Adams County Mosquito Control District asked Othello City Council to support them in contesting a proposed state permitting process.
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Coulee Corridor Byway Idols crowned
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.
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Othello listens to council hopefuls
OTHELLO — Othello City Council questioned a panel of hopeful council appointees to determine who would be the best fit for the seat vacated by John Reneau.
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Moses Lake talks about retail stores
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake City Council discussed the lack of retail shopping in the city and what could be done to attract retailers.
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New clues in Cowell homicide
WENATCHEE — Investigators determined Mackenzie Cowell may have been at the Wenatchee Riverfront Park boat ramp at the edge of Orondo Street shortly before she went missing.
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Schoesler concerned for farms
OLYMPIA — Sen. Mark Schoesler, R-Ritzville, spoke out against the state operating budget presented by the Senate due to its affects on agriculture.
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Mosquito permit draws concern
MOSES LAKE — The Grant County Mosquito Control Board worries they will no longer be able to spray pesticides for adult mosquitoes unless there is a documented threat to animal or human health.
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Othello police take part in gang database
OTHELLO — The Othello Police Department is joining forces with other agencies to document gang information in a database.
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Grant County shoe drive benefits Haiti
GRANT COUNTY — The Northwest Multiple Listing Service is hosting a shoe drive throughout Grant County benefitting Haiti.
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Lee fined $100 for late public disclosure report
GRANT COUNTY — Grant County Prosecutor Angus Lee was fined $100 by the Public Disclosure Commission.
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Farm intern bill passes through state Senate
OLYMPIA — The state Senate unanimously passed a bill making it easier for future farmers to get hands-on training and experience through internships.
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Cantwell tours Columbia Basin
RITZVILLE — Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Wash., met with Grant and Adams counties’ commissioners to listen to their concerns.
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Body found in Crescent Bar
CRESCENT BAR — An Orondo teenager reported missing was believed to be found dead in Crescent Bar.
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It's not too late for a Valentine
Yesterday was Valentine’s Day and if you forgot, don’t fret because it’s not too late to do something about it.
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Miss Rodeo Washington: 33 years in the making
MOSES LAKE — Katie Garfield is the first Grant County resident in 33 years to accept the crown for Miss Rodeo Washington.
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Saddle Mountain to be home for wind turbines
OTHELLO — A wind turbine project is locating to Saddle Mountain near Othello this summer.
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Moses Lake sending letter for rail funding
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake City Council approved sending letters to lawmakers asking them to appropriate funds in 2011 to purchase a segment of the Columbia Basin Railroad line.
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Moses Lake designates aesthetic corridor
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake City Council designated a landscape corridor with a 5-2 vote.
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Dog shooting investigation continues
MOSES LAKE — The investigation about the use of force used when a Grant County Sheriff’s deputy shot a dog in Neppel Park continues.
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Pursuit ends with house struck
MOSES LAKE — The Washington State Patrol chased a vehicle Wednesday morning until the driver fled on foot.
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Columbia Basin Job Corps students job shadow lawmakers
OLYMPIA — Two Columbia Basin Job Corps students job shadowed Rep. Judy Warnick-R Moses Lake, and Rep. Bill Hinkle, R-Cle Elum, recently.
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One week, five burglaries
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake police are investigating a series of burglaries reported at the Desert Oasis RV Park on South Yakima Avenue.
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Dog fight leads to deputy shooting pet
MOSES LAKE — A Grant County sheriff’s deputy shot and killed a dog while it allegedly attacked the sheriff’s office K-9 dog Sunday afternoon in Moses Lake.
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Warden home invasion suspects named
EPHRATA — Four adults arrested in connection with a Warden home invasion were named by the Grant County Sheriff’s Office.
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Warden family stops burglars
MOSES LAKE — Six people were arrested in Moses Lake Thursday morning after their alleged involvement in a burglary at a Warden family’s home.
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Schoesler wants constitution changed
OLYMPIA — Sen. Mark Schoesler, R-Ritzville, proposed a constitutional amendment to allow the state actuary more power related to setting rates in the public pension system Tuesday.
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Grant is to fund job training
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A $5.9 million grant is slated for the Washington State Workforce Training and Education Coordinating Board to create a workforce to fill clean energy jobs in the state.
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Moses Lake utility burying continues
MOSES LAKE — Vision 2020 Chair Bill Ecret gave an update about the utility under-grounding project proposed for the downtown area alleyways.
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Holmquist calls for Ecology moratorium restrictions
OLYMPIA — Sen. Janea Holmquist, R-Moses Lake, introduced legislation Monday, calling for stricter requirements on the Department of Ecology when they are considering a moratorium on water use.
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Hinkle fights Obama's plan
OLYMPIA — Rep. Bill Hinkle, R-Cle Elum, proposed a bill calling for an exemption of employers and workers from fines for not participating in a proposed national health care plan.
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Benefit breakfast for Bernard family is Saturday
QUINCY — A breakfast benefiting the family of Grant County sheriff’s deputy John Bernard is at the L&R Café in Quincy from 8 a.m. to noon, Saturday.
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Moses Lake selects new mayor, deputy mayor
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake City Council selected a new mayor and deputy mayor.
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Quincy ranks high for high-tech business
QUINCY — A cost analysis study commissioned by the Port of Quincy determined Quincy is a competitive place for a high technology manufacturing businesses to locate.
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Moses Lake stormwater fee begins March 1
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake City Council unanimously passed an ordinance establishing the stormwater utility rate for residential and commercial property.
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Man concerned with bushes becoming refuge for criminal activity
MOSES LAKE — Attorney Harold Moberg informed Moses Lake City Council of an area near his law office he says has become a refuge for the homeless and sex offenders.
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Moses Lake offers police tip line
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Police Department established a tip line in an effort to gather information about the use of BB guns to break windows in Moses Lake.
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Quincy ranks high for high-tech business
QUINCY — A cost analysis study commissioned by the Port of Quincy determined Quincy is a competitive place for a high technology manufacturing businesses to locate.
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Memorial service for deputy Bernard is set for Monday
MOSES LAKE — A memorial service to honor Grant County sheriff’s deputy John Bernard is Monday at noon.
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Memorial fund created for deputy's family
MOSES LAKE — A memorial fund is established in the name of Grant County sheriff’s deputy John Bernard to help his family.
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Deputy's crash is under investigation by state
EPHRATA – Grant County Sheriff’s Deputy John Bernard, 52, died in a one-vehicle wreck during his patrol shift Sunday night.
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Moses Lake home damaged in fire
MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake family was displaced after an electrical fire damaged their North Mattson Avenue home late Tuesday night.
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Shooting victim remains in ICU
SEATTLE — Moses Lake resident Brandon R. Burgess, 25, remains in the intensive care unit at Harborview Medical Center in Seattle Monday afternoon.
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New Moses Lake councilmembers sworn in
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake City Council experienced a change in leadership with new councilmembers taking the Oath of Office.
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Christmas means family traditions and homemade food
The next time you see me, I will not look like this head shot you see before you. My face might be a little rounder due to holiday eating.
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Moses Lake adopts stormwater utility rate
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake City Council voted to set a monthly residential stormwater utility rate for $5 and adopted stormwater credits for commercial properties with on-site systems.
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New councilmembers to begin in Othello
OTHELLO — Othello City Council is welcoming two new councilmembers to the city.
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New councilmembers to begin in Othello
OTHELLO — Othello City Council is welcoming two new councilmembers to the city.
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Telephone auction set to aid police, education
MOSES LAKE — The Columbia Basin Herald is hosting a telephone-style auction benefiting the Moses Lake Regional Tactical Response Team (TRT) and Newspapers in Education (NIE) program.
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Man arrested in connection to triple homicide
SUNNYSIDE — J. Guadalupe Martinez-Lopez, 24, was taken into custody as a person of interest in the Monday night triple homicide near Mattawa.
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Othello City Council increases sewer rates
OTHELLO — Othello City Council approved to increase monthly sewer rates by $2 annually for the next three years Monday.
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Ephrata man threatens to electrocute wife
EPHRATA — The Grant County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a man allegedly attempting to electrocute his wife in a bathtub Saturday night.
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Officers attend Lakewood memorial
TACOMA — Columbia Basin police agencies attended the memorial in the Tacoma Dome for the four slain Lakewood police officers killed in a coffee shop last month.
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Grant Fire District 5 responds to two fires
MOSES LAKE — Grant County Fire District 5 responded to two residential fires Sunday in the areas surrounding Moses Lake.
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Salvation Army hosts holiday programs
GRANT COUNTY — The Salvation Army is moving to a new location and has several programs underway this holiday season.
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Recipe junkie takes on Pillsbury challenge
ROYAL CITY — When Susie Littlewood, 41, was notified she is a finalist in the 44th annual Pillsbury Bake-Off Contest, she couldn’t believe it.
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Othello supports tourism events
OTHELLO — Othello City Council approved to fund various tourism attractions.
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Covey reflects on serving Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake Mayor Ron Covey reflects on his leadership career as it comes to a close.
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Moses Lake approves stormwater regulations
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake City Council gave final approval to the stormwater provisions and regulations.
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Moses Lake runner takes on state competition
MOSES LAKE — Fourteen-year-old Hannah Marsh is quickly establishing her name in the Moses Lake athletic arena after being the first female to compete at the state level in cross county in 22 years.
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Gas station robbed in Ephrata
EPHRATA — Ephrata police are investigating an armed robbery reported at Short Stop fuel station on West Basin Street.
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My dreams haunt me quite regularly
I have vivid dreams.
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Fleeing car strikes patrol car
GRANT COUNTY — A Grant County Sheriff’s Office patrol car collided head-on with a stolen vehicle they were pursuing Tuesday.
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Victim runs over burglar
GEORGE — A homeowner ran over a burglar on Road 6 Southwest, six miles southwest of George, while trying to protect himself Monday night.
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GANGS: Deputies give update
MOSES LAKE — Two members of the Grant County Sheriff’s Office gang unit spoke to citizens about Columbia Basin gangs this week.
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Stormwater regulations adopted
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake City Council adopted ordinances concerning stormwater provisions and discharge elimination regulations.
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Lee elected as prosecutor
COLUMBIA BASIN — Several winners in Columbia Basin political races were determined Thursday night after more ballots were counted.
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Lee elected as prosecutor
COLUMBIA BASIN — Several winners in Columbia Basin political races were determined Thursday night after more ballots were counted.
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Moses Lake races close
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake Mayor Ron Covey is the only incumbent trailing a challenger in the general election.
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PROSECUTOR RACE: Lee 52%, Lin 48%
GRANT COUNTY — In a hotly contested Grant County Prosecutor race, incumbent Angus Lee holds a lead on challenger Albert Lin.
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Poll continues, prosecutor candidates swap lead
GRANT COUNTY — Readers continue to take part in an unofficial election poll on the Columbia Basin Herald Web site.
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Election poll continues
GRANT COUNTY — Readers continue to take part in an unofficial election poll on the Columbia Basin Herald Web site.
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Election poll continues
GRANT COUNTY — Readers continue to take part in an unofficial election poll on the Columbia Basin Herald Web site.
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Voters take part in poll
COLUMBIA BASIN — Readers of the Columbia Basin Herald are participating in an online poll of some of election races for Grant County.
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Moses Lake chamber requests funding from city
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Chamber of Commerce asked Moses Lake City Council to appropriate 5 percent of the city’s lodging tax revenue to pay for the visitor center in 2010.
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Ephrata candidates respond to questions
EPHRATA — Ephrata City Council candidates Clarke Morris and incumbent councilmember Mark Wanke responded to questions during a political forum held at the American Legion in Ephrata Friday night.
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Halloween is the best for dress up
Halloween is approaching and I must say it is my favorite holiday.
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Moses Lake neighborhood forms block watch
MOSES LAKE — To prevent crime and protect each other, three women began a block watch on Beaumont Drive in Moses Lake.
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Plate has leadership skills, experience
MOSES LAKE — Incumbent David Plate is running for election to Port of Moses Lake commissioner position 2 because of his drive to bring more employers to Moses Lake.
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McGowan wants to be citizens' voice
MOSES LAKE — Candidate Brian McGowan is running for election to Port of Moses Lake commissioner position 2 because he wants to be the voice of citizens.
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Knittle is committed to academics
MOSES LAKE — Candidate Pete Knittle is running for election to Moses Lake School Board position 4 because he is committed to academic excellence.
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Donovan wants to be a listener
MOSES LAKE — Candidate Kevin Donovan is running for election to Moses Lake School Board position 4 to offer fresh ideas and to be available to parents and educators.
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Reward offered for BB gun shooter
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Police Department offers a $500 reward for information leading to the arrest of those involved with shooting windows with BB guns.
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Morris wants to be involved
EPHRATA — Candidate Clarke Morris is running for election to Ephrata City Council position 2 because he wants to be involved in the community.
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Wanke enjoys serving community
EPHRATA — Councilmember Mark Wanke is running for re-election to Ephrata City Council position 2 because he enjoys serving the community.
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Girl died in Monday wreck
ROYAL CITY — A 6-year-old girl died in a wreck after her mother attempted to reach a cellphone.
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Ecret wants to plan for city needs
MOSES LAKE — Incumbent Councilmember Bill Ecret is running for re-election to Moses Lake City Council position 1 because he wants to continue contribution to planning for the future of the city.
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McCreary wants to address concerns
MOSES LAKE — Candidate Jason McCreary is running for Moses Lake City Council position 1 because he believes there is a large portion of citizens with concerns that are not being addressed by the current council.
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Jackson wants to give back to citizens
MOSES LAKE — Candidate Darrin Jackson is running for election to Moses Lake City Council because he wants to give back to his community.
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Reese wants to improve quality of life
MOSES LAKE — Councilmember Brent Reese is running for re-election to the Moses Lake City Council because he wants to improve the quality of life for Moses Lake residents, from teens to seniors.
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Liebrecht wants to be a solution
MOSES LAKE — Candidate Karen Liebrecht is running for Moses Lake City Council position 2 because she wants to make a difference on the council with her views.
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Covey wants to continue work
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake Mayor Ron Covey is running for re-election to the city council because he wants to continue representing the needs of the citizens.
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Kiwanis Park hours reduced in Othello
OTHELLO — Othello City Council voted to close Kiwanis Park earlier to accommodate concerns from neighbors living around the park Monday.
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Liebrecht wants to be a solution
MOSES LAKE — Candidate Karen Liebrecht is running for Moses Lake City Council position 2 because she wants to make a difference on the council with her views.
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Othello mayor candidates share goals
OTHELLO — Othello mayoral candidates Ken Johnson and Tim Wilson spoke at a political forum in Othello.
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Moses Lake votes to allow political signs
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake City Council unanimously approved to draft an ordinance allowing political signs to be placed on some city owned property.
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Moses Lake is good place to survive cardiac arrests
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Fire Department reports a high save rate when responding to full cardiac arrest emergency calls.
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Amber Alert ends with recovery of Moses Lake baby
MOSES LAKE — A 9-month-old Moses Lake girl was safely recovered by the Grant County Sheriff’s Office after a statewide Amber Alert was issued to locate her Tuesday.
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Team obtains grant to rehab Moses Lake island
MOSES LAKE — The Trail Planning Team of Moses Lake received a grant to rehabilitate Calbom Island, the only island park in Moses Lake.
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A lot can happen at a newspaper in three years
Sept. 7, marked my three-year anniversary at the Columbia Basin Herald.
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Stormwater rates adopted
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake City Council voted preliminary approval of implementing a stormwater utility rate.
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Moses Lake teen dies in crash
MOSES LAKE — Cesar Zaragoza Fernandez, 18, Moses Lake, was killed in a collision on Road R Southeast near Moses Lake Saturday night.
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Moses Lake girl stars in upcoming comedy
MOSES LAKE — At only 6 years old, Moses Lake’s Alexys Nycole Sanchez is well on her way to fame after starring in a movie with Adam Sandler and Salma Hayek.
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Ballot count is official Sept. 2
GRANT COUNTY — With only 25 ballots left to count, Grant County primary elections appear to be finished.
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Moses Lake man dies on I-90
MOSES LAKE — Pedro V. Sanchez, 40, Moses Lake, died Sunday morning after colliding with another vehicle on Interstate 90, one mile east of Moses Lake.
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Grant funds George fire hall addition
QUINCY — Grant County Fire District 3 was awarded two grants to upgrade their George fire station and to fund a firefighter position.
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More ballots counted in primary election
COLUMBIA BASIN — More ballots were counted in Grant County and Adams County indicating the candidates running for the general election in November.
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More ballots counted in primary election
COLUMBIA BASIN — More ballots were counted in Grant County and Adams County indicating the candidates running for the general election in November.
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Ristine wants to improve government transparency
COULEE CITY — Rosie Ristine is running for election as Coulee City mayor because she wants to help make the town grow.
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Jensen runs for mayor to lead community
COULEE CITY — Otto Jensen is running for election as Coulee City mayor because he wants to use his leadership skills to help the city prosper.
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Heiberg wants to help Coulee City, citizens prosper
COULEE CITY — Richard H. Heiberg is running for Coulee City mayor to use his experiences to help the citizens of Coulee City.
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Hailey knows citizens' concerns
MESA — Pat Hailey is running for election as a Republican to the state House of Representatives for the Ninth Legislative District because she is knowledgeable about the issues and concerns of citizens living in the district.
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Marthini runs to protect academic level
SOAP LAKE — Incumbent John Marthini is running for Soap Lake School Board director position two to maintain the school district’s high level of academic excellence.
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Hagen wants to ensure students are educated
SOAP LAKE — Maynard Hagen is running for Soap Lake School District director position two because he is interested in educating youth.
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Watkins is concerned for schools, students
PALOUSE — Darin Watkins is running as a Republican for election to the state House of Representatives in the Ninth District to protect education and schools.
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Stockwell to revive Columbia Basin Project
RITZVILLE — Glen Stockwell, a Democrat from Ritzville, is running for the state House of Representatives in the Ninth District because he wants to revive the Columbia Basin Project.
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Swannack has goals to achieve
LAMONT — Art Swannack is running for election to the state House of Representatives for the Ninth Legislative District, as member of the GOP, to achieve several goals.
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Fagan wants to lead, serve citizens
PULLMAN — Susan Fagan is running as a Republican for election to the state House of Representatives serving the Ninth District because she is ready to use her leadership skills to serve citizens.
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Wilson wants to lead city toward prosperity
OTHELLO — Mayor Pro-tem Tim Wilson is running for Othello mayor to use his leadership skills to continue to steer the city in a positive direction.
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Brodahl runs to encourage transparency
OTHELLO — Councilmember Eleanor Brodahl is running for Othello mayor because she wants to operate the city transparently.
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Hayes runs for council to give fresh ideas
MOSES LAKE — Tom Hayes is running for Moses Lake City Council position five to bring new ideas to the group and to listen to citizens.
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Curnel wants to give back to citizens
MOSES LAKE — Dr. David Curnel is running for Moses Lake City Council position five to give back to the community.
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Liebrecht wants to give voice to citizens
MOSES LAKE — Councilmember incumbent James “Jim” Liebrecht is running for re-election to Moses Lake City Council position five to make sure the citizen’s concerns are heard.
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Lee runs to maintain spot in prosecutor's office
GRANT COUNTY – Grant County Prosecutor Angus Lee is running to maintain his position to keep the community safe.
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Schiffner wants to reduce crime in Grant County
GRANT COUNTY – Attorney Robert Schiffner is running for Grant County Prosecutor because he wants to make Grant County the best place to live and the worst place to commit crime.
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Lin wants to obtain justice for victims
GRANT COUNTY – Grant County Deputy Prosecutor Albert Lin is running for Grant County Prosecutor to fight crime, punish offenders and seek justice for victims.
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Othello listens to input concerning containers
OTHELLO — The Othello City Council listened to citizen suggestions concerning how to formulate manageable regulations on the placement of cargo containers in the city.
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Quincy man shoots wife several times
QUINCY — Law enforcement is looking for shooting suspect Baltazar Garcia Beltran, 43, of Quincy.
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Car catches fire with family inside
MOSES LAKE — Grant County Fire District 5 responded to a car fire on Interstate 90 near exit 169 Monday morning.
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Grant County Festival of Homes deemed a success
GRANT COUNTY — More than 125 people toured homes during the Grant County Festival of Homes event Saturday.
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Lawsuits filed over egg drop accident
SPOKANE — Two lawsuits resulted from a 2007 boom truck accident where one person died while helping conduct a science experiment before elementary school students in Othello.
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Lawmakers address exempt well moratorium
KITTITAS COUNTY — Rep. Bill Hinkle, R-Cle Elum, Sen. Janéa Holmquist, R-Moses Lake, and Rep. Judy Warnick, R-Moses Lake, met with realtors and home builders affected by the 120 day moratorium on extracting water from exempt wells in Kittitas County Monday.
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Moses Lake tables sign ordinance
MOSES LAKE — After listening to citizen comments about an ordinance regulating the placement of signs, Moses Lake City Council chose to table the issue Tuesday night.
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Suspect shoots at deputy near Othello
OTHELLO — A man shot at Adams County sheriff’s deputies after a vehicle pursuit Wednesday night near Othello.
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Moses Lake tables sign ordinance again
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake City Council continued to listen to concerns about an amendment to clarify an ordinance regulating the placement of signs in the city Tuesday night.
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Candidates finish filing for election
COLUMBIA BASIN — Friday was the final day for people to file for an elected office in Grant and Adams counties.
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Pete Knittle runs for Moses Lake School District
MOSES LAKE — Former Lakeview Terrace Elementary Principal Pete Knittle announced he is running for Moses Lake School District position 4 this week.
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Moses Lake council favors stormwater fee option
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake City Council reviewed five proposals to fund the federally mandated storm water treatment plan and favored one proposal Tuesday.
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Business, residential windows shot in Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE — There were 12 reports of windows being shot and damaged in Moses Lake Monday.
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Blood found in suspect vehicles
DESERT AIRE — Blood was found in two cars searched in connection to the Desert Aire shooting death of an Ephrata teenager.
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Two Mattawa men killed in crash
MATTAWA — Two Mattawa men were killed in a collision on state Route 243, one mile west of Mattawa, Wednesday morning.
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Moses Lake discusses storm water plan
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake introduced a lower rate for residents to pay for a mandated storm water treatment program.
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Killed teenager identified
DESERT AIRE — The teen shot in Desert Aire was identified Tuesday as Michael Flores, 17, of Ephrata.
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Teen killed in Mattawa
DESERT AIRE — A 17-year-old male was found dead, apparently shot in the head and dumped in the street in Mattawa, after a fight in Desert Aire early Saturday morning.
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Seven arrested in Moses Lake drug busts
MOSES LAKE — Seven Moses Lake residents were arrested in connection to a drug operation spanning between Moses Lake and Tri-Cities.
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Drug busts span Moses Lake to Tri-Cities
MOSES LAKE — A large-scale drug bust was taking place in Moses Lake and the surrounding county area Thursday.
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Moses Lake police watch for crosswalk violations
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Police Department is providing additional patrols at pedestrian crosswalks for safety purposes.
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City adds police to prevent violent crime
MOSES LAKE — Additional police patrols were added since the recent gang-related drive-by shooting on Washington Street in Moses Lake.
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Fire damages building near Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE — Fireworks started a fire damaging an office building at the AAA Ready Mix Concrete plant off Valley Road in Moses Lake Sunday night.
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Moses Lake woman shot Saturday
MOSES LAKE — Five people were arrested in connection with the shooting of a 22-year-old Moses Lake woman Saturday morning.
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Moses Lake Senior Center donates van
MOSES LAKE — Tim Yzaguirre was born with his umbilical cord wrapped around his neck, preventing oxygen from reaching his brain.
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I like kids because they are crazy
There is a monster in the woods.
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Fireworks rules for Columbia Basin
COLUMBIA BASIN — The various communities in Adams and Grant counties have different regulations regarding the use of fireworks.
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Grant County Sheriff's Office awarded gang grant
GRANT COUNTY — The Grant County Sheriff’s Office obtained a $252,236 grant to use for combating gang activity last week.
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Wildland fire erupts near Ephrata
EPHRATA — Multiple firefighting agencies spent Tuesday working to contain a wildland fire in Norton Canyon, a mile and a half from Ephrata.
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Shots fired at people in Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE — Several rounds were fired from a .22 caliber pistol at people standing in front of a residence on North Central Drive in Moses Lake Saturday night.
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Pedestrian overpass art moves forward
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake City Council gave Vision 2020 approval to move forward with an overpass art proposal Tuesday night.
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People come together at quilt show
MOSES LAKE — The Basin Piecemakers Quilt Guild quilt show was buzzing with guests viewing about 160 quilts Friday and Saturday at Moses Lake High School.
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Othello mayor reflects on leadership
OTHELLO — Feeling confident about the state and direction of the city, Othello Mayor Shannon McKay will not be running for re-election.
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Grant sought for gang unit
GRANT COUNTY — The Grant County Sheriff’s Office is in the process of applying for a grant to fund additional personnel to focus on gangs and neighborhood safety.
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Outreach reports on pit bulls
GRANT COUNTY — In the first six months of 2009, the Grant County Animal Outreach received 187 pit bulls amongst the 890 dogs impounded.
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Soap Lake motorcycle rider collides with cow
EPHRATA — A Soap Lake man accidentally crashed his motorcycle into a cow and was later struck by a car on state Route 28, two miles east of Ephrata, Tuesday night.
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City of Moses Lake maintaining budget
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake City Council was updated about how the city’s budget is fairing in the economy.
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Royal City man dies in collision
QUINCY — A Royal City man died Monday afternoon due in a two vehicle collision at the intersection of Adams Road and state Route 28, three miles east of Quincy.
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Road work continues
COLUMBIA BASIN — Several roadway construction projects continue this week in Grant and Adams counties.
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Trapped man rescued from concrete wall
QUINCY — Grant County Fire District 3 rescued a man trapped in a crane beneath a concrete wall section at a construction site Tuesday afternoon.
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Manhunt ends with arrest
MOSES LAKE — The pursuit of a stolen truck led to a Wednesday morning manhunt where a Moses Lake man was arrested.
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Othello awarded grant to rehab well
OTHELLO — The City of Othello was awarded a $310,000 grant to rehabilitate a well.
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Vision 2020 reviews underground utilities
MOSES LAKE — About 20 Vision 2020 members took a tour of a downtown alleyway to view the above ground utility lines and the deteriorating alley roadway Tuesday afternoon.
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Man dies from gunfire near Doolittle park
MOSES LAKE — Blocks from a popular Moses Lake park, shots were fired at a 1990 blue Honda CRX, striking driver 19-year-old Juan Manual Vasquez Jr.
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Five arrested for rioting in Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Police Department and Grant County Sheriff’s Office responded to what was reported as a large fight Saturday afternoon in Moses Lake.
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Moses Lake studies storm water fee
MOSES LAKE — Rather than taking a vote on the proposed storm water utility rate Tuesday, Moses Lake City Council scheduled a study session to further investigate the issue.
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Moses Lake police discuss gangs with public
MOSES LAKE — Members of the Moses Lake Police Department spoke to an audience of more than 20 people Monday night to address the issues of gangs in the city and youth crimes.
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Moses Lake to discuss storm water rate tonight
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake City Council discusses the storm water utility rate at 7 p.m. tonight in the council chambers.
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Pete Knittle runs for Moses Lake School District
MOSES LAKE — Former Lakeview Terrace Elementary Principal Pete Knittle announced he is running for Moses Lake School District position 4 this week.
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Candidates finish filing for election
COLUMBIA BASIN — Friday was the final day for people to file for an elected office in Grant and Adams counties.
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Storm starts fires, damages property
GRANT COUNTY — Zelma Springen pulls a twig from where the wind drove it into the lawn of her K Street Northeast home, north of Moses Lake.
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Angus Lee announces bid for prosecutor
GRANT COUNTY — Grant County Prosecutor Angus Lee filed for re-election to his current office Thursday.
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Moses Lake police to hold meeting about gangs
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Police Department is holding a meeting about gangs in Moses Lake Monday.
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Candidates begin filing for election
COLUMBIA BASIN — Candidates have begun filing for the pending fall elections in Grant and Adams counties.
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Lin announces bid for prosecutor
EPHRATA — Grant County Deputy Prosecutor Albert H. Lin announced he is running for the Grant County Prosecutor’s Office.
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Reaching out
MOSES LAKE — Ninety-three teams, 1,132 participants and more than 100 survivors registered for the Moses Lake Relay for Life, but as the 18-hour event came to an end at noon Saturday, few remained.
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Awards given at Moses Lake car show
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Classic Car Club car show attracted 237 cars and four tractors during Moses Lake Spring Festival.
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Moses Lake halts man's use of camper
MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake family was given 60 days to completely move their uncle out of a camper they keep parked on their driveway on Vince Road in Moses Lake.
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Sasquatch! festival results in few offenses
GEORGE — Grant County Sheriff’s Office deputies made 88 crime-related contacts during the eighth annual weekend Sasquatch! Music Festival at the Gorge Amphitheater in George.
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Mrs. Washington named in Moses Lake Sunday
MOSES LAKE — Mrs. Snohomish Elizabeth Larsen was named Mrs. Washington 2009 during the pageant Sunday night at Moses Lake High School.
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Ephrata event draws 350 people in support of children with autism
EPHRATA — About 350 people participated in the third annual Autism Walk in Ephrata.
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Extra seat belt police patrols begin today
GRANT COUNTY — The “All Hands on Deck” nighttime seat belt emphasis patrols begin today with Grant County law enforcement participating.
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Woman startles burglar
MOSES LAKE – A Moses Lake woman investigating a suspicious noise in her home, came upon a potential burglar Wednesday morning.
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Two burglars spotted at Moses Lake home
MOSES LAKE — As a Moses Lake woman approached her South Juniper Drive home she saw it was in the process of being burglarized Friday afternoon.
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Ephrata man dies in motorcycle crash
MOSES LAKE — Daniel Hector, 21, Ephrata, died in a motorcycle accident on Neppel Road, near Moses Lake, early Friday morning.
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Man honored for helping police
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake resident Todd Voth was recognized for his assisting Moses Lake police in capturing a convicted felon.
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Rescued man suspected of setting fire
MOSES LAKE – The 40-year-old Moses Lake man who was rescued from his burning apartment Monday allegedly started the fire himself, Moses Lake police reported Tuesday.
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Suspected murder accomplice caught
OTHELLO — Adrian Adame-Madrid, 18, Othello, was arrested for murder in the first degree, as an accomplice, Tuesday in relation to the April 11 shooting death of 33-year-old Manuel Antonio Arousa, of Warden.
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Othello police chief explains gang policy
OTHELLO — Othello police Chief Steve Dunnagan updated Othello City Council on police gang policies Monday night.
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Seventeen milesof SR 17 to be paved
GRANT COUNTY — Seventeen miles of highway between Moses Lake and Ephrata will be paved this year, with passing lanes added.
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White Cane Days helps raise funds for assistance
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Lions Club collected donations for White Cane Days Friday and Saturday in Moses Lake.
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Moses Lake City Wide Cleanup is Saturday
MOSES LAKE — The seventh Annual City Wide Cleanup is Saturday in Moses Lake.
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Othello discusses gang information
OTHELLO — Information about gang activity in Othello was discussed at the Gangs in Schools Task Force meeting Thursday.
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Construction begins at Othello Lions Park
OTHELLO — Construction began at Lions Park in Othello to replace the tennis courts and install a new basketball court this week.
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Othello accepts loan to begin road work
OTHELLO — Othello accepted a $570,000 Public Works Trust Fund Loan to begin improvements to the state Route 24 industrial area.
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Gang task force meeting in Othello Thursday
OTHELLO — A Gangs in Schools Task Force meeting is scheduled for Thursday from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Othello School District conference building.
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Fire damages home near Quincy
QUINCY — A structure fire damaged a home on Road U.7 Northwest, near Quincy, Saturday morning.
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Mom, thanks for raising me to be a nerd
Mother’s Day is approaching.
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Ephrata youth throw pies at teachers
EPHRATA — A roar of screaming and cheering students could be heard from St. Rose of Lima Catholic School in Ephrata Friday afternoon, as students threw pies at teachers.
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Rage in the Sage begins Saturday
EPHRATA — The two-day Rage in the Sage mountain bike race begins Saturday and concludes Sunday in Ephrata.
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Vision 2020 supports reusable bags
MOSES LAKE – Vision 2020 listened to a presentation from Washington Food Industry President Jan Gee about encouraging grocers and retailers to promote reusable bags over plastic bags.
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Warden woman arrested for drive-by
EPHRATA — Nancy Rivera Hernandez, 19, Warden, is scheduled for arraignment today in Grant County Superior Court for charges of assault in the first degree and two counts of drive-by shooting.
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Thousands of dollars raised at Taste of the Basin
EPHRATA — Nearly 200 people attended the Taste of the Basin in Ephrata Saturday night to raise funds for the Ephrata Chamber of Commerce.
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Moses Lake man sought for car-jacking
MOSES LAKE — Law enforcement is seeking Salvador V. Chavez, 44, of Moses Lake for allegedly assaulting a man during a car-jacking Sunday night.
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Moses Lake Medical Team leaves for Africa today
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Medical Team left today for Africa to provide free medical services to the citizens of Patigi and Lafiagi in Nigeria.
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Moses Lake adopts sign ordinance
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake City Council approved an ordinance regulating electronic signs with a 4-3 vote.
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Othello funds infrastructure
OTHELLO — The Othello City Council approved to put forth $30,000 to show their commitment in matching funds for a $600,000 infrastructure improvement project loan for the industrial area of state Route 24.
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Warnick's bill for volunteer doctors passes Senate
OLYMPIA — A bill easing the process for retired doctors, to volunteer medical services, passed the Senate last week.
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Journalist documents Adams County in a book
ADAMS COUNTY — “Amber Waves and Undertow” tells the story about life in Adams County.
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Quincy boy hurt in shooting
QUINCY — A 14-year-old Quincy boy was shot, in what is believed to be a gang-related, shooting Wednesday.
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Hundreds attend Taste of Home Cooking Show
MOSES LAKE — Hundreds of people gathered at the Grant County Fairgrounds Tuesday for the Reader’s Digest Taste of Home Cooking Show.
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Warnick continues work on boat lift fee
OLYMPIA — Efforts to eliminate a Department of Natural Resources (DNR) implemented boat lift fee on Moses Lake continues in Olympia.
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Fire damages boiler room at Central Towing
MOSES LAKE — An accidental fire damaged the Central Towing building on West Broadway Avenue in Moses Lake.
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Moses Lake man assaulted at knifepoint
MOSES LAKE — A 29-year-old Moses Lake man was assaulted after a man entered his home intending to rob him Thursday afternoon.
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Hampton dies after battle with cancer
OTHELLO — With the Saturday death of Robert “Bob” Hampton, 63, Othello lost a former police sergeant, family member, friend and active community volunteer.
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Man arrested for killing cattle
MOSES LAKE — Samuel S. Hagy, 55, Moses Lake, was arrested at his home after allegedly shooting two heifers in his yard on Road K Northeast near Moses Lake Wednesday.
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Vehicle pursuit ends with arrest
MOSES LAKE — Law enforcement arrested Paul L. Gorden, 30, after a vehicle pursuit that began in Moses Lake late Wednesday afternoon.
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Moses Lake teen heads to prestigious dance school
MOSES LAKE — Fifteen-year-old Moses Lake resident Kristal Garland-Cruz achieved an early milestone in her dance career when she was accepted to the New York Joffrey Ballet School summer program.
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Moses Lake native plays two nights on 'Millionaire'
NEW YORK — A former Moses Lake woman and her fiance won $16,000 on “Who Wants to be a Millionaire” Wednesday night.
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Councilmember, Moses Lake mayor discuss conduct
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake Councilmember James Liebrecht said he was uncomfortable with how Mayor Ron Covey runs meetings, triggering a discussion about how council sessions are held.
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Drive-by shooting reported in Warden
WARDEN — Warden police are seeking a male involved in a drive-by shooting Tuesday evening.
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Adams County Fire District 5 donates equipment
OTHELLO — Adams County Fire District 5 will donate used equipment to Franklin County Fire District 5.
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Tales of Homer: Dog school is a must
I learned that Homer is a “backer” and that I am not the best dog owner.
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Warden man dies in gang related shooting
OTHELLO — Ismael Garcia Jr., 19, Warden, died after involvement in a gang-related shooting in Taggares Park near Othello Wednesday night.
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Moses Lake shooting victim found by police during vehicle stop
MOSES LAKE — Anthony R. Vasquez, 19, Moses Lake, was identified as the man shot in the arm on Sunny Drive Northeast in Moses Lake Wednesday afternoon.
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Moses Lake woman competes for wedding
MOSES LAKE — A former Moses Lake woman competed on a wedding theme episode of “Who Wants to be a Millionaire.”
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What to wear in 1900
EPHRATA — Several women modeled fashion from the early 1900s during the Prairie Roses Style Show Saturday in Ephrata at the Grant County Courthouse.
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Odessa man dies in wreck near Ephrata
EPHRATA — An Odessa man died in a two-vehicle collision on state Route 28, three miles southwest of Ephrata, Friday.
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Fagan runs to represent Ninth District
COLUMBIA BASIN — Susan Fagan, R-Pullman, quit her job last week to focus on running for the state House of Representatives to represent the Ninth Legislative District.
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Moses Lake Medical Team returns to Africa
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Medical Team is preparing to make another trip to Africa to provide free medical care and are seeking donations from the community to purchase medical supplies.
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Holmquist's energy bill gains legislative support
OLYMPIA — Senate Bill 5280, sponsored by Sen. Janéa Holmquist, R-Moses Lake, is gaining support recognizing conserved energy as a renewable energy source to help reduce energy costs.
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Warden welcomes new police chief
WARDEN — Rick Martin is the new Warden police chief, replacing the retiring chief, Ken Krebs.
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Moses Lake reduces ambulance fee
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake City Council unanimously voted to lower the mandatory ambulance fee citizens pay on their utility bills each month.
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Moses Lake names new superintendent
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake School District Board selected a new superintendent and deputy superintendent Thursday night.
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Pat Hailey to run for House of Representatives
MESA, Wash. — Pat Hailey of Mesa announced she plans to run for election to the state House of Representatives for the Ninth Legislative District.
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Two Moses Lake churches vandalized
MOSES LAKE — The Emmanuel Baptist Church on East Nelson Road in Moses Lake was vandalized.
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Royal City man dies in crash
MOSES LAKE — Emillio F. Martinez, 25, Royal City, died after he was partially ejected from his vehicle during a crash on Dodson Road South, 12 miles southwest of Moses Lake Saturday night.
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Rob McKenna speaks at Lincoln Day Dinner
MOSES LAKE — Washington State Attorney General Rob McKenna was the keynote speaker at the Lincoln Day Dinner hosted by the Grant County Republican Party in Moses Lake Saturday night.
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Hastings talks to Moses Lake rotary
MOSES LAKE — Congressman Doc Hastings, R-4th District, briefed the Moses Lake Rotary Club Wednesday on the national stimulus package, health care and natural resources.
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Othello seeks help for Wulensi
OTHELLO — Othello is working to send farm equipment to their sister city Wulensi, Ghana, in Africa, but lack the funding for shipping.
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Fire ravages Moses Lake home
MOSES LAKE — Fire damaged a Moses Lake home on West Lakeside Drive Wednesday afternoon.
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Ephrata house fire under investigation
EPHRATA — An accidental fire damaged part of a home and killed a family dog on Basin Street Southwest in Ephrata Saturday.
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They call it 'puppy love'
MOSES LAKE— Two dogs were adopted within the first 30 minutes of the Puppy Love event at the Moses Lake Museum and Art Center (MAC) Saturday.
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Grocery Outlet burglarized
MOSES LAKE — Grocery Outlet in Moses Lake was burglarized twice early Wednesday morning.
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Othello man arrested for shooting
EPHRATA — Martin Borcas Robles, 18, is charged with attempted first degree murder, premeditated with criminal intent, in Grant County Superior Court.
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Hinkle, Warnick offer bill ending boatlift fees
COLUMBIA BASIN — Rep. Bill Hinkle, R-Cle Elum, and Rep. Judy Warnick, R-Moses Lake, introduced a bill ending boatlift fees affecting Moses Lake residents Wednesday.
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Aquifer water levels not recharging
OTHELLO — Additional information on Columbia Basin aquifers confirms water levels are not recharging.
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Recovered property waiting to be claimed
MOSES LAKE — The squad room at the Moses Lake Police Department is filled with items recovered from a recent slew of home burglaries.
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Othello approves critical areas ordinance
OTHELLO — Othello City Council adopted the Critical Areas Ordinance, which helps to determine wetlands and no-build zones.
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Nine people arrested for series of burglaries
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake police recently arrested nine people involved with a series of burglaries as part of a two week investigation.
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Help sought to identify dead man
MOSES LAKE — Law enforcement released information Monday in hope of identifying a man who was found murdered in a field near Mattawa Jan. 20.
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Soap Lake man loses home to fire
SOAP LAKE — A faulty space heater, left unattended, started a fire in a Soap Lake man’s home, turning it into rubble on Road 19 Thursday.
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Cox returns to the capital
COLUMBIA BASIN — After Rep. Don Cox, R-Colfax, was appointed to the state House of Representatives Monday, he immediately began work in Olympia the next day.
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Body remains unidentified
MATTAWA — Grant County sheriff’s deputies continue to investigate a dead body found in a field near Mattawa Tuesday.
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Soap Lake child dies in car crash
SOAP LAKE — A 1-year-old Soap Lake girl died in a collision Tuesday night on state Route 17, two miles south of Soap Lake.
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Cox replaces Hailey as state rep
COLUMBIA BASIN — Colfax resident Don Cox, 69, a former state representative for the Ninth Legislative District, was appointed to serve again Monday afternoon.
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Hinkle and Warnick propose bill for tax relief
WASHINGTON — Rep. Judy Warnick, R-Moses Lake and Rep. Bill Hinkle, R-Cle Elum, proposed a bill to prevent horse boarders from paying current and back taxes on their property.
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Moses Lake resident seeks help with dog law
MOSES LAKE — One Moses Lake man is working to be in compliance with the hazardous dog ordinance and asked the Moses Lake City Council for help concerning the requirements.
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Moses Lake offered help with homes
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake will receive roughly $315,000 in federal grant funds to help with the impacts of foreclosed properties.
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Truck crashes through Moses Lake home
MOSES LAKE — A man reportedly lost control of his truck, crashing into a Moses Lake home Monday, due to a medical condition.
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Salvation Army director retires after 13 years
MOSES LAKE — After roughly 13 years of service as the director of the Salvation Army of Grant County, Trudy Tobias retired.
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Grant County Republicans re-organize
GRANT COUNTY — The Grant County Republican Party re-organized Saturday.
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Othello discusses snow removal policies
OTHELLO — Othello created an official snow removal policy to inform citizens of what they can expect each winter.
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Gang-related shooting in Royal City
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Family copes with unsolved death
COLUMBIA BASIN — When Basin City resident Gayle Loman arrived at a camp area near Canal Lake eight years ago, her husband wasn't there.
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Holmquist is youngest woman to join Senate
OLYMPIA — Senator JanŽa Holmquist, 31, is the youngest woman elected to the Washington state Senate.
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Historic Moses Lake house comes to life
1919 home to be restored to become a home
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Potato Hill bridge is torn down
New work schedule approved to expedite project
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