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ARTICLES BY NANCE BESTON
Ephrata PD chief, city reach separation agreement after dispute over leadership, communication
EPHRATA — When former Ephrata Police Chief Erik Koch submitted a letter Sept. 15 seeking a separation agreement with the City of Ephrata, it followed years of praise for his service and months of disagreements with city leadership over communication, personnel matters and the role of the police chief within …
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A new day for Grant County's animals
MOSES LAKE — For decades, the aging concrete building on Randolph Road has served as a refuge for lost, abandoned and neglected animals across Grant County. Inside, staff members have battled frozen pipes, failing electrical systems, overcrowded kennels and leaking hoses. They have cleaned runs by headlamp when power failed, …
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Ballots due Tuesday: hear from the candidates seeking the 13th district seat
EPHRATA — Ballots for the Nov. 3 general election are due Tuesday, and voters in Washington's 13th Legislative District will decide who will represent them in Position 2 of the state House of Representatives.
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Q&A: Martinez, Thompson outline priorities for 13th District
EPHRATA — As Election Day approaches, voters across Central Washington's sprawling 13th Legislative District will decide who will represent them in Olympia as the next state representative for Position 2. The district, which stretches across a mix of agricultural communities, small towns and growing population centers, faces ongoing debates over …
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Wilson Creek seeks applicants to fill mayoral vacancy
WILSON CREEK — The Town of Wilson Creek is seeking letters of interest from residents interested in serving as mayor following the resignation of Mayor Rob Herron.
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MLPD recovers nearly 2 pounds of meth during drug investigation
MOSES LAKE — Detectives with the Moses Lake Police Department's Street Crimes Unit recovered nearly 2 pounds of methamphetamine while serving a search warrant at a residence in the 4800 block of North Stratford Road on Oct. 28. According to the Moses Lake Police Department, the search warrant targeted 52-year-old …
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Assessor candidates discuss fair valuations, transparency and taxpayer service
EPHRATA — With ballots due Nov. 3, Grant County voters will soon decide who will serve as the county's next assessor, an office responsible for valuing property, administering exemptions and ensuring assessments comply with state law. The position plays a key role in determining the property values used to calculate …
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‘She left the room better than she found it’
WARDEN — After 36 years of service to the city of Warden, Kriss Shuler spent her final city council meeting the same way she spent much of her career: helping prepare the next generation of city leaders. During Tuesday's Warden City Council meeting, Shuler administered the oaths of office to …
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Diesel prices retreat slightly from record highs but remain elevated after volatile year
SPOKANE — Diesel prices remain near record levels in Washington state despite easing slightly from a historic peak reached earlier this fall, capping a year marked by dramatic price swings that strained farmers, truckers and businesses dependent on fuel. In October, diesel averaged $7.30 per gallon in Washington, compared with …
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4th Congressional candidates outline different approaches to agriculture, industry and trade
MOSES LAKE — Agriculture remains the economic foundation of Washington’s 4th Congressional District, and both Republican Amanda McKinney and Democrat John Duresky have made issues affecting farmers, businesses and rural communities central to their campaigns. While the candidates often identify similar challenges, including labor shortages, water access and rising costs, …
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Less than a week left: GC commissioner candidates share priorities
EPHRATA — With ballots due in less than a week, Grant County voters have a limited window remaining to decide who will represent District 3 on the Board of County Commissioners. The position carries influence over issues that touch residents every day, including roads, public safety, land use, economic development, …
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Graffiti vandalism mars newly opened Ephrata Sports Complex
EPHRATA — Less than a month after city leaders celebrated the opening of new pickleball courts at the Ephrata Sports Complex, vandals covered portions of the facility with graffiti, prompting a cleanup effort by city staff and an ongoing police investigation. The graffiti was reported Tuesday afternoon, according to Interim …
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Q&A: Raap, Durfee on growth, permitting and public safety
EPHRATA — As Grant County continues to experience growth, development pressures and increasing demands on public services, voters will choose this fall who will represent District 3 on the Grant County Commission. The race pits challenger Kelly Raap, a lifelong county resident with a background in agriculture and bookkeeping, against …
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Buyers beware: Sheriff's Office offers tips after stolen pickup sold online
EPHRATA — A recent Grant County investigation involving a stolen pickup truck sold through Facebook Marketplace serves as a reminder that online bargains can sometimes come with costly consequences. Grant County Sheriff's deputies arrested a Moses Lake man Friday after recovering a stolen 2004 Ford F-350 that had allegedly been …
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