Potato news: Japanese tariffs down; Potato U announced
JAPAN - Frozen fries will now be able to enter Japan tariff free. Japan announced at the beginning of April that it was eliminating the 2.1% tariff on frozen fries from the US, as part of the US-Japan Trade Agreement, according to the Washington State Potato Commission.
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Agriculture department fights gypsy moths in Cowlitz County
SILVER LAKE - The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) has begun treatments for the eradication of gypsy moth in the Silver Lake area of Cowlitz County. The treatments are being sprayed from the air on approximately 640 areas of land.
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Mattawa residents express concerns: Fear of retaliation, hostility cited; administrative assistant resigns
A few community members expressed concerns about the City of Mattawa and mayor firing Police Chief Joe Harris at a city council meeting Thursday.
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Public expresses concern over Mattawa mayor’s actions; police admin. assistant resigns
A few community members expressed concerns about the City of Mattawa and mayor firing Police Chief Joe Harris at a city council meeting Thursday.
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Graduation plans begin to take shape
A second year of pandemic graduations are being planned by local high schools. While not all the details have been finalized due to the ever-changing nature of COVID-19, some districts have an idea of their plans.
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Mattawa mayor releases statement on police chief firing
MATTAWA — Mattawa Mayor Maggie Celaya released a statement Tuesday following public outcry from her termination of Mattawa Police Chief Joe Harris April 8.
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Wahluke School District hires new safety and security coordinator
The Wahluke School District hired JJ Calzadillas as the new safety and security coordinator, as the position was empty since Shelby Jensen left in 2019.
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Mattawa City Hall reopens
Mattawa City Hall reopened to the public on Monday, after the Mattawa City Council approved it during a meeting March 18.
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Mattawa mayor asked former mayor to resign
Current Mattawa Mayor Maggie Celaya appears to have asked former Mattawa mayor, Scott Hyndman, to resign.
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Current Mattawa mayor asked former mayor to resign
Current Mattawa Mayor Maggie Celaya appears to have asked former Mattawa mayor, Scott Hyndman, to resign.
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Mattawa City Council approves radios for new police vehicles
Mattawa City Council on Thursday approved the purchase of mobile radios for three new Mattawa Police Department vehicles, with just council members Tony Acosta and Wendy Lopez voting "no."
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Grant County approaches 9,000 cases of COVID-19
The total of reported COVID-19 cases in Grant County rose approximately 900 from the end of January, reaching 8,954.
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Mattawa City Council appoints new member
Vicente Acosta was appointed to the Mattawa City Council during a virtual council meeting on Feb. 18.
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SOUTH: Current Mattawa mayor demanded former mayor resign
Current Mattawa Mayor Maggie Celaya allegedly demanded former mayor, Scott Hyndman, to resign.
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Garbage rates increasing in Mattawa
The Mattawa City Council voted Feb. 18 to raise the rate for residential garbage from $18 to $23 beginning March 1.
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Date of Scott Hyndman Day changed
The date for Scott Hyndman Day has been changed from March 1 to April 4, which he said is his birthday.
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Mattawa City Council proposes annexation into Grant County Fire District 8
The Mattawa City Council wants annexation with Grant County Fire District 8 because the fire district is increasing the fee the city pays for fire protection services. But fire officials said the agreement won't benefit the district.
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Mattawa City Council defers appointing new council member
The Mattawa City Council voted 4-2 Feb. 4 to postpone appointing a new council member until later in the month, after hearing from two applicants.
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March 1 declared Scott Hyndman Day
The Mattawa City Council voted Feb. 4 to make Scott Hyndman Day be March 1.
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Mattawa City Council discusses financing for wastewater facility restoration
The Mattawa City Council discussed and voted on several financial matters Feb. 4.
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Mattawa Police Department shares call statistics
The Mattawa Police Department responded to 64 calls for service during December 2020, according to a report given to the Mattawa City Council meeting Jan. 11.
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Mattawa City Hall improvements discussed
Plans to add to the Mattawa City Hall were discussed Jan. 21 in a virtual city council meeting.
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Mattawa City Council conditionally approves COPS grant
The Mattawa City Council on Thursday approved accepting the COPS grant from the Department of Justice on the condition the Wahluke School Board accept a sub-award, passing the funds and the liability for the matching funds portion of the grant to the school district.
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Mattawa City Council designates new point of contact
The Mattawa City Council decided the mayor is the sole point of media contact for the city, unless the mayor delegates the job to a staff person.
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Mattawa City Council extends COVID-19 emergency provisions
The Mattawa City Council voted to extend the COVID-19 emergency provisions that were put into place in the spring of 2020, at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, during a regular, virtual meeting on Thursday.
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Wahluke High School to offer new classes, pathways
Students at Wahluke High School can choose five new classes and eight new pathways for the 2021-22 school year, as the Wahluke School Board approved the options in a virtual meeting Jan. 12.
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Wahluke School District students start hybrid classes
Students in the Wahluke School District set foot in classrooms for the first time in months after Christmas break.
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Wahluke School District SRO contract to be updated
The SRO (school resource officer) contract between the City of Mattawa and Wahluke School District is being modified to reflect changes that have occurred because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Mattawa Council, Wahluke School District officials discuss grant
The Wahluke School District met with the Mattawa City Council during a special virtual council meeting on Monday, where the school district shared the importance of the COPS grant the City of Mattawa received from the Department of Justice and how it will benefit Mattawa’s schools.
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Mattawa City Council discusses year-end budget changes
During a special virtual council meeting Monday, the Mattawa City Council discussed a policy, brought by city attorney Katherine Kennison, that would take the ending fund balances for each department at the end of each fiscal year and put them back into the general fund for reallocation.
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Former Desert Aire Airport commissioner receives award
Former Desert Aire Regional Airport Commissioner Karl Gruber was awarded the Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award.
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Grant to fund Wahluke security upgrades moves forward
The Mattawa Police Department is moving forward with a $372,750 grant from the U.S. Department of Justice Office of Community Oriented Policing Services for security upgrades and personnel at schools in the Wahluke School District, with the city of Mattawa providing $124,250.
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Port of Mattawa parcels annexed into city of Mattawa
The Mattawa City Council approved the annexation of three parcels of land, with city utilities, in the Wahluke Industrial Park in the Port of Mattawa.
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Coronavirus increases in Grant, Adams counties in past month
The number of COVID-19 positive cases in Grant County rose by 1,800 in the past month, according to the Grant County Health District.
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Mattawa discusses financial support for Grant County Health District
During the virtual Mattawa City Council meeting Thursday, Grant County Health District Administrator Theresa Adkinson asked council members for a renewal of the agreement with her district and to consider contributing money to help support it.
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Othello chamber supports local restaurants with Take Out Tuesday
The Othello Chamber of Commerce is encouraging residents to support local restaurants with a new initiative named Take Out Tuesday, in which they can get take out on Tuesdays.
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Looking for a home: Adams County Pet Rescue sponsors December pet adoption event
Daisy was well-loved by her family, but things didn’t work out - the Adams County Pet Rescue staff called it “unforeseen circumstances” that caused her to lose her home. Daisy, like many of the other dogs at ACPR, is waiting for a new home.
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Mattawa City Council discusses vacant council position
MATTAWA — With the appointment of former councilmember Maggie Celaya to the position of mayor, after the resignation of former mayor Scott Hyndman, the Mattawa City Council is in need of a new member.
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Sun Hwang named Mattawa mayor pro tem
MATTAWA — The Mattawa City Council chose a new mayor pro tem, Sun Hwang, during its regular, online meeting Dec. 3. The position of mayor pro tem was held by Councilman Brian Berghout since former mayor Scott Hyndman became the mayor of Mattawa.
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Four more coronavirus deaths confirmed in Grant County
Four new COVID-19 deaths were reported in Grant County Nov. 25. Three of those were associated with outbreaks at McKay Healthcare & Rehab Center, in Soap Lake, and Lake Ridge Center, in Moses Lake. The fourth death was a Moses Lake resident who was not part of a long-term care …
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Othello School Board pushes back reopening start dates
OTHELLO — The Othello School Board wrestled with some tough decisions regarding school reopening during a special online meeting on Monday, Nov. 16. Preschoolers and fourth- through sixth-graders will start in-person instruction on Jan. 4; middle school will start Jan. 11 or 25; and high school will start Jan. 25.
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Food bank, People for People partner to deliver food to small communities
OTHELLO - In the era of COVID-19, community organizations have started partnering together in ways they might not have otherwise. Two such organizations are the Othello Food Bank and People For People.
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Desert Aire airport levy proposal would boost maintenance
The southwestern Grant County community of Desert Aire has had an airstrip for at least 40 years. Since an official airport district was formed in 1994, the airport has been supported primarily by donations from the Desert Aire community. That would change if voters approve a levy measure on the …
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Mattawa rebuilding at wastewater plant after January fire
Rebuilding work at the Mattawa Wastewater Treatment Facility may be completed in the next few months, following a fire in January.
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Ephrata's history highlighted in new book
A new book on the history of Ephrata, "Images of America: Ephrata," was published Wednesday, and the author is Dan Bolyard, a resident of Coulee City who was born in Ephrata.
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Old Hotel Art Gallery celebrates 45th anniversary
For the Old Hotel Art Gallery in Othello, Halloween will be more than just a day of candy and costumes. This year, it will celebrate it’s 45th anniversary.
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Fall is a time of opportunity for gardeners
Spring isn’t the only time to plant flowers. According to Nancy Richardson, a sales and landscape consultant at Emerald Desert Nursery, in Quincy, there are a variety of plants that bloom in the fall and can be put in the ground this time of year.
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Work continues to rebuild the Mattawa Wastewater Treatment Facility
It has been 10 months since the Mattawa Wastewater Treatment Facility blower room was destroyed by a fire. Since that time, progress has been made on repairing the facility, with work expected to be completed in the next few months.
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Othello Food Bank and People For People partner to deliver food boxes
In the era of COVID, community organizations have started partnering together in ways they might not have otherwise. Two such organizations are the Othello Food Bank and People For People.
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Royal City Food Bank receives large donation
The Royal City Food Bank received a $3000 contribution from Legends Casino, in Toppenish, on Wednesday, Oct. 7.
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Old Hotel Art Gallery hosting drive-thru meal
The Old Hotel Art Gallery will be hosting a drive-thru birthday party themed meal on Saturday, Oct. 24. The drive-thru meal is one of the ways that the Old Hotel is revamping the annual dinner auction.
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Othello City Council passes solid waste ordinance
The Othello City Council passed a new solid waste ordinance during a virtual meeting on Monday, Oct. 12. The ordinance updates the current ordinance that is set to expire at the end of year.
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Second annual Kindness Week being held this week
This week, Oct. 13-20, has been proclaimed Kindness Week by Othello Mayor Shawn Logan. The event started last year in memory of a 10-year-old boy who had passed away the year before.
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Desert Aire airport levy on November ballot
With the need for funds to do maintenance to the runway and weather system associated with the airport, along with a directive this spring from the Washington State Auditor’s Office, the Desert Aire Regional Airport commissioners have put a levy on the November ballot.
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Local organizations benefit from Rotary Club COVID-19 grants
Three Moses Lake organizations have received funds through the Rotary Club of Moses Lake for COVID-19-related needs.
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Moses Lake FFA pumpkin patch provides opportunity to socialize, raise funds
MOSES LAKE — Saturday was the last day for the Moses Lake FFA pumpkin sale.
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Ephrata Senior Center, GTA partner to deliver meals
The Ephrata Senior Center and Grant Transit Authority are partnering together to deliver meals to seniors.
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Old Hotel to hold annual auction online
The annual Old Hotel Art Gallery auction is being held with a twist this year - it is being held fully online.
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Mattawa City Council approves uses for CARES Act monies
The Mattawa City Council approved several uses for the money they are receiving from the CARES Act during their online meeting on Thursday, Oct. 1.
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Othello Chamber to host city-wide farmers market
The Othello Chamber of Commerce will be hosting an all-city farmers market this Saturday, Oct. 10. Instead of being held in one location, the market will be held at various businesses around Othello.
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Tree planted to honor Royal City volunteer
The wife, daughter and granddaughter of longtime Royal City farmer and volunteer “Ike” Parker planted a tree in the Royal City Park in his honor on Wednesday, Sept. 30.
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Ephrata School District starts remodeling projects
Voters in the Ephrata School District will finally be able to see the results of the bond measure passed in 2019 for remodelings at several schools in the district.
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People For People to make route changes
Starting Monday, Oct. 12, People For People will be making changes to two bus routes.
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Royal High School students struggle with online engagement
Of the 120 high school students currently enrolled in 100 percent online learning, 20 percent are checking in daily. Another 20 percent “wiggle in and out,” according to McCoy. It is the remaining 60 percent of online students that have McCoy, Achondo and other district staff concerned.
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Quincy School District gets two auditor findings
The Quincy School District received two findings from the Washington State Auditor’s office on Monday, Sept. 21.
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Mennonite Country Auction goes online
The annual Mennonite Country Auction has gone online this year, due to the coronavirus epidemic. It will close on Saturday.
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Quincy sets cleanup day
The city of Quincy will hold Fall Clean-Up Day on Saturday, Oct. 10, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the city yard next to the Quincy Public Services Building.
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People For People to make changes to Tri-Cities route
On Oct. 12, People For People will be adding a stop in Moses Lake for those wishing to take the bus to the Tri-Cities.
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WSU receives grant to develop robotic pollinator
PROSSER — Washington State University (WSU) has announced that it has received a grant to develop a robotic pollinator. Manoj Karkee, WSU Department of Biological Systems Engineering, is the lead researcher on the project.
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New apple maggot soil rules in effect
OLYMPIA — The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) has instituted new regulations concerning the soil being transported from apple maggot-quarantined areas to non-quarantined areas. The new rules took effect July 11.
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Royal HS welcomes new principal
ROYAL CITY — Courtney McCoy has taken the position of principal at Royal High School. For the past five years, McCoy has been the principal of Warden High School. Prior to that, she taught for 20 years, specializing in English, communications and journalism classes.
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Royal Intermediate School gets new principal
ROYAL CITY — Royal Intermediate School is welcoming a new principal for the upcoming school year.
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Upcoming events — Are they happening?
MOSES LAKE — As COVID-19 continues to wreak havoc on the lives of Americans, event planners are taking a hard look at upcoming events and making tough decisions about whether to hold their event or not.
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Wahluke School District has new special education director
MATTAWA — The Wahluke School District has a new special education director.
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Calls continue for Wahluke board member to resign
MATTAWA — Nine people, including alumni, teachers and one school board member, spoke out against Wahluke School Board member Seth Weeks — and comments he has made on social media — during the community comment portion of a Wahluke School Board meeting on Tuesday, July 14.
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Q&A with Georgia Bunch, Othello valedictorian
OTHELLO — On Friday evening, Othello High School senior Georgia Bunch walked across the stage and graduated as the Othello High School Class of 2020 valedictorian. The Sun Tribune reached out to Bunch and asked her questions about high school, the COVID-19 shut down and where she is headed this …
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Unemployment rate rises in Adams County
OLYMPIA — The unemployment rate in Adams County increased in May 2020.
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New COVID-19 cases continue to increase
MOSES LAKE/OTHELLO — The number of positive cases of COVID-19 continues to rise in both Grant and Adams counties.
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Quilters make best of lockdown time
OTHELLO — The quintet of Dianna Booth, Julie Bridges, Janet Larsen, Linda Boothman and Pattie Yonkers take their quilting seriously. They and some other Othello ladies meet regularly at Othello Christian Church and ply their craft, and a couple of times a year, the ladies get together for a quilting …
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Wahluke’s Sentinel Tech: Helping students succeed
MATTAWA — This year Sentinel Tech, the alternative high school in Mattawa, had a 100 percent graduation rate. That is a major accomplishment for a school that has had a low graduation rate in the past.
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Adams County unemployment rates up for May 2020
OLYMPIA — The layoffs associated with the COVID-19 pandemic brought an increase in the unemployment rate in Adams County during May 2020. While April 2020 numbers showed a rise in unemployment, it was not as high as May 2020, which recorded an unemployment rate of 12.2 percent. The unemployment for …
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Two more deaths linked to COVID-19 in Grant County
MOSES LAKE/OTHELLO — Two more Grant County residents passed away this week after having tested positive for COVID-19. The first resident, whose passing was reported on Thursday, July 9, was a Moses Lake man in his 70s. The second, a Mattawa man in his 50s, passed away late last week. …
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Saddle Mountain Fire contained
MATTAWA — South County fire departments have experienced or responded to a couple of different fires over the past week. The first fire, named the Saddle Mountain Fire 2020, started Monday, July 6, around 12:30 p.m. on the western end of the Saddle Mountain range. Fire departments from Mattawa, Royal …
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Quarantined Quilters featured artists at Othello’s Old Hotel
OTHELLO — Five ladies are the featured artists this month at the Old Hotel Art Gallery in Othello. The quintet of Dianna Booth, Julie Bridges, Janet Larsen, Linda Boothman and Pattie Yonkers has been quilting together for several years. They and some other ladies in Othello meet at the Othello …
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Othello Farmers Market makes plans to open
OTHELLO — The Othello Farmers Market is scheduled to open Thursday, July 23 in a different location from previous years.
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Ag facility in Adams County does mass COVID-19 testing
RITZVILLE — An ag facility in Adams County tested all of its employees over the Fourth of July weekend, according to Karen Potts, community health director of the Adams County Health Department. The facility has had three unrelated COVID-19 cases in the past two weeks.
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Number of COVID-19 cases rising
MOSES LAKE/OTHELLO — Grant County reported 114 new cases of COVID-19 between Monday, June 29, and Monday, July 6.
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Fire restrictions issued for Eastern Washington
SPOKANE — Fire restrictions are now in place for Eastern Washington. The restrictions took effect at midnight on Friday, July 3, for the counties in the region, including Grant and Adams. The Bureau of Land Management and Bureau of Reclamation issued the restrictions in a press release on July 1.
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School districts adjust to McCleary Fix
SOUTH COUNTY — State legislators passed the McCleary Fix last February, a bill that limits the amount of money school districts can ask for at levy time.
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Grant County reports 6th death from COVID-19
MOSES LAKE/OTHELLO — A sixth person in Grant County has died from COVID-19-related issues. The patient was a Moses Lake man in his 90s, according to a statement from Grant County Health District. The patient was not associated with a long-term care facility.
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CBHA donates money to Othello, Connell, Mattawa
OTHELLO — Columbia Basin Health Alliance (CBHA) recently donated $5,000 to each of the cities it serves – Othello, Connell and Mattawa. The donations were from the money raised in last year’s CBHA Run for a Cause Color Run.
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Wahluke School Board member receives flak over social media posts
MATTAWA — Three Wahluke School District employees and one high school teacher from western Washington participated in public comment during the Wahluke School Board meeting on Tuesday, June 23. All four spoke about some comments that Wahluke Board Member Seth Weeks has made on social media.
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Wineries eager to move out of Phase 1
TRI-CITIES — While most counties in Washington state have been able to move on to Phase 2, three counties are stuck in Phase 1: Benton, Franklin and Yakima counties. These three counties are known for their agricultural and wine industries.
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Stone fruit pathogens on the rise in Washington
WENATCHEE — As COVID-19 continues to plague Washington state, there are two other pathogens that are on the rise among stone fruits in the state. The only solution for both of these pathogens is the removal of the tree.
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Upcoming events — Are they happening?
MOSES LAKE — As COVID-19 continues to wreak havoc on the lives of Americans, event planners are taking a hard look at upcoming events and making tough decisions about whether to hold their event or not.
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Mesa dairyman gives back during National Dairy Month
MESA — One Eastern Washington dairyman has a special way of celebrating June as National Dairy Month. For every gallon of Darigold milk that his local grocery store sells, he donates $1 to the local PTA organization at Mesa Elementary School. Each customer also receives $1 off that gallon of …
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New COVID-19 regulations hurt farmers
OLYMPIA — The new rules handed down by the governor’s office with regard to worker safety has put farmers and orchardists in a very difficult place.
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Wahluke teacher takes kids where the learning is
MATTAWA — Wahluke Junior High science teacher Mike Bosko’s background paid some dividends this year.
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A year later: How is the McCleary Fix really affecting local school districts
SOUTH COUNTY — Last February, the state legislature passed what was called the McCleary Fix, which limited the amount of money that school districts could ask for at levy time. At the time, school districts around the state began to wonder how to pay for all the services that were …
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School districts make plans for reopening this fall
OLYMPIA — Last week, on Saturday, June 20, state Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal with the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) released a video on YouTube regarding the reopening of school this fall and answered four main questions that OSPI has been asked recently.
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COVID-19 cases jump significantly in Grant County
MOSES LAKE/OTHELLO — The news for new COVID-19 cases in Grant County has not been good this past week. On Monday, June 15, a total of 337 cases had been reported. As of Monday, June 22, 471 confirmed cases had been reported. The past week was the highest week for …
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Speakers lined up for Fourth of July in George
GEORGE — Since 1957, a Fourth of July celebration has been held every year at the George Community Hall. Even with the coronavirus, this year is no exception.
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Mattawa restaurant tries to manage COVID-19 restrictions
MATTAWA — Tiddaly Diddalys, a restaurant in Mattawa, tried not to miss a beat when restrictions on business and movement were enacted to help combat the COVID-19 outbreak.
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Fifth death, large increase in COVID-19 cases reported
MOSES LAKE/OTHELLO — The past week has seen a large increase in new cases of COVID-19 in both Grant and Adams counties. It also saw the fifth death in Grant County from the virus.
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A police chief’s perspective on policing and customer service
MATTAWA — On June 1, Mattawa experienced a protest regarding the death of George Floyd. The protest was peaceful.
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Mattawa city staff come together for mask distribution
MATTAWA — The effort to educate the population of Mattawa about the COVID-19 virus started prior to the first positive test announced in the community. On March 6, leaders from various community organizations came together to discuss their initial plan of attack for how to combat the COVID-19 virus. Since …
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A high number of COVID-19 cases reported in Grant, Adams counties
MOSES LAKE/OTHELLO — The past week saw a higher number of new cases of COVID-19 than usual in Grant and Adams counties. From Monday, June 1, to Monday, June 8, Grant County has had 14 new cases and Adams County has had 16 new cases.
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Mattawa restaurant works through coronavirus restrictions
MATTAWA — The time of COVID-19 has caused many businesses to change and adapt their business models. For those in the restaurant industry, adaptations have been made as dining rooms have been closed and now reopened with limited seating areas.
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Hiawatha Elementary students artist of the month
OTHELLO — Sixth-grade science students at Hiawatha Elementary School are the featured artists for the month of June at the Old Hotel Art Gallery, in Othello.
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Quincy Farmers Market to open in new location
QUINCY — Quincy Farmers Market will open for the season on Saturday, June 20, at Heritage Park, outside the Reiman-Simmons House, 415 F St. SW, Quincy.
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Spike in new COVID-19 cases in Grant, Adams counties
MOSES LAKE/OTHELLO — There were a lot of new cases of COVID-19 reported in Grant and Adams counties this past week. From Friday, May 22, to Monday, June 1, 38 new cases were reported in Grant County, bringing the new number of confirmed cases to 236. The only cities not …
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Wahluke plans parade for high school graduation
MATTAWA — Wahluke High School has announced the parade route that graduates will take on Friday, June 12, as part of their graduation ceremony.
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Royal School District names employees of the year
ROYAL CITY — The Royal School District has chosen this year’s certificated and classified employees of the year.
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Othello pool to stay closed this summer
OTHELLO — The Othello Community Pool will not be opening this year. The city council voted to keep it closed with a near-unanimous vote during a meeting on Tuesday, May 26.
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Grant, Adams health officer issues face mask directive
EPHRATA/RITZVILLE — Residents of both Grant and Adams counties are being instructed to wear face masks, according to a directive issued by Dr. Alexander Brzezny, health officer for both counties. Brzezny issued the directive for Adams County on Tuesday, May 26, and Grant County on Wednesday, May 27.
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Stormy weather keeps emergency services busy
SOUTH COUNTY — Fire crews and emergency services were busy on Saturday with the lightning storms that passed through the area both early in the morning and again in the afternoon and evening.
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Mid-Columbia Libraries announces summer reading challenge
KENNEWICK — Each year, Mid-Columbia Libraries offers the Summer Reading Challenge. This year, with the libraries closed due to COVID-19, the Summer Reading Challenge is being held online, according to a press release from the Mid-Columbia Libraries on Monday, June 1.
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Leaving children, pets in hot cars is dangerous
EPHRATA/OTHELLO — While it may only be 70 degrees outside, the temperature inside of a car can quickly rise to over 100 degrees. As sunny days and warm weather continue throughout the summer, it is important to not leave children and pets inside vehicles.
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Spike in new COVID-19 cases in Grant, Adams counties
MOSES LAKE/OTHELLO — There were a lot of new cases of COVID-19 reported in Grant and Adams counties this past week. From Friday, May 22, to Monday, June 1, 38 new cases were reported in Grant County, bringing the new number of confirmed cases to 236. The only cities not …
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Royal student competes in Global Amazing Shake
ROYAL CITY — Five sixth-grade students from Royal Intermediate School competed in the Global Amazing Shake last week. One of them, Logan Piper, placed seventh overall.
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March, April unemployment numbers available for Adams County
ADAMS COUNTY — The non-farm unemployment rate in Adams County in March looks much better than was expected for a month that saw the closing of businesses across the state. Non-farm unemployment rates for March 2020 were 5.6 percent. In March of 2019, the non-farm unemployment rate was 8.7 percent. …
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Grant, Adams counties see a few more COVID-19 cases
MOSES LAKE/OTHELLO — Not much change was made in COVID-19 cases in Grant and Adams counties between Monday, May 18, and Friday, May 22. Both Grant and Adams county health departments were closed over the Memorial Day weekend and did not issue new numbers.
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Local school districts announce graduation plans
Othello Royal City Warden Mattawa
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Two superintendents reflect on school closures
ROYAL CITY — The COVID-19 school closures have changed the rules for school districts across the state. Districts have had to approve a variety of plans and policies to stay in compliance with new state regulations.
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Wahluke science teacher creates unique learning opportunities
MATTAWA — When Wahluke Junior High science teacher Mike Bosko started teaching, he had an idea for how to give students hands-on experience in the field of science. He created a program that allowed students to learn about stream ecology firsthand.
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Adams County applies for, receives Phase 2 variance
RITZVILLE — On Thursday, May 21, the Adams County commissioners announced that they had completed the application for a variance to open to Phase 2, according to a press release from the Office of the Adams County Commissioners on May 21. The next day, Friday, May 22, the county received …
SUN TRIBUNE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Adams County to move on to Phase 2
OTHELLO - The Adams County Health Department has received word from John Wiesman, Washington State Secretary of Health, on Friday, May 22, that Adams County has approval to move to Phase 2 of Gov. Jay Inslee’s reopening plan.
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Adams County to move on to Phase 2
OTHELLO - The Adams County Health Department has received word from John Wiesman, Washington State Secretary of Health, on Friday, May 22, that Adams County has approval to move to Phase 2 of Gov. Jay Inslee’s reopening plan.
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Adams County applies for a Phase 2 variance
RITZVILLE - On Thursday, May 21, the Adams County Commissioners announced that they have completed the application for a variance to open to Phase 2, according to a press release from the Office of the Adams County Commissioners on May 21. The State of Washington has acknowledged that they have …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Adams County applies for a Phase 2 variance
RITZVILLE - On Thursday, May 21, the Adams County Commissioners announced that they have completed the application for a variance to open to Phase 2, according to a press release from the Office of the Adams County Commissioners on May 21. The State of Washington has acknowledged that they have …
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Othello mayor encourages residents to write to governor
OTHELLO — The mayor of Othello is encouraging residents to write to Governor Jay Inslee to let him know how the COVID-19 lockdowns are affecting them.
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Grant County resident dies from COVID-19 related complications
MOSES LAKE/OTHELLO — A fourth Grant County resident died on Monday, May 18, from COVID-19 related complications. The patient was a male in his 50s from the Grand Coulee area.
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Wahluke School District to showcase student talents
MATTAWA — What started as an opportunity for elementary school students in the Wahluke School District to show off their musical and athletic talents before their families, friends and teachers has turned into a district-wide online event to showcase the abilities of all students and staff.
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Royal City Summerfest postponed to 2021
ROYAL CITY — The 2020 Royal City Summerfest has been postponed until 2021 due to the restrictions in place because of COVID-19.
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VFW cancels Othello Memorial Day ceremony
OTHELLO — The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8889 has announced that it will not be holding its annual Memorial Day ceremony in Othello. The cancellation is to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 to attendees.
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Wi-Fi hot spots installed for public use
EPHRATA — Area agencies are providing Wi-Fi hot spots to the public in partnership with the Washington State Broadband Office.
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Othello Chamber cancels 4th of July celebration
OTHELLO — The annual Fourth of July celebration, put on the Othello Chamber of Commerce, has been canceled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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A look at the history of Steamboat Rock
GRAND COULEE — About 15 miles south of Grand Coulee Dam stands a feature that has graced the landscape since the time of the Missoula Floods. Steamboat Rock is a landmark and recreational area in the north of Grant County. The surrounding area is full of history, captured in a …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Number of new COVID-19 cases drops dramatically
MOSES LAKE/OTHELLO — Grant County only had four confirmed cases of COVID-19 reported in the past week, from Monday, May 4, to Monday, May 11. Mattawa, Moses Lake and the Grand Coulee/Electric City area were where the new cases were reported. Mattawa went from 42 to 43 confirmed cases; Moses …
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Othello School District hosting virtual student art show
OTHELLO — Having the school year end abruptly has forced teachers and school district staff to get creative with ways to allow students to display their creativity and learning. The art teachers in the Othello School District are no exception.
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Mattawa-area ladies keep town supplied with masks, blankets
MATTAWA/DESERT AIRE — For over 10 years, a group of ladies known as Cozy Comforts has been making blankets for children in the South County area who may need a blanket hug.
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Asian giant hornets spotted in western Washington
COUPEVILLE — State officials are asking Washington residents to report sightings of the Asian giant hornet, also known as the Japanese giant hornet, known for killing honeybees.
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An earlier pandemic: A look at 1918 Spanish flu in Ephrata
EPHRATA — A little over 100 years ago, a different kind of illness swept through the nation, closing down life as residents knew it. The illness was the flu epidemic known as Spanish Influenza.
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Othello Food Bank sees increase in clients
OTHELLO — Like other food banks, the Othello Food Bank has seen an increase in families coming to get food, thanks to the closures ordered by the state to combat the COVID-19 pandemic. But unlike other food banks, the Othello Food Bank is not feeling a pinch from the increase …
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Wahluke seniors receive letters from their younger selves
MATTAWA — On Monday, April 27, Wahluke High School seniors received their caps and gowns. They also received letters they had written to themselves at the end of their eighth-grade year.
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Sun Tribune offers matching grants for small businesses
MOSES LAKE — Many small businesses are struggling as a result of the COVID-19 shutdowns. With the shutdowns, business owners have gotten creative to try to keep money coming in. Yet for many, it isn’t enough.
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Royal seniors wrestle with loss of traditional graduation
ROYAL CITY — The loss of a traditional graduation event has been a disappointment to some seniors who have been looking forward to the ceremony. One Royal School District student, in particular, is wrestling with the loss.
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Wahluke School District looks to rest of this, next school year
MATTAWA — There was a lot of discussion during the Wahluke School Board meeting on Tuesday, April 28, about COVID-19’s effect on the second half of this school year and what may happen next year.
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Othello receives grant for housing plan
OTHELLO — The city of Othello has been awarded a $25,000 grant from the Washington State Department of Commerce for the creation of a Housing Action Plan, according to Anne Henning, community development director for the city of Othello. The goal of a Housing Action Plan is to encourage affordable …
SUN TRIBUNE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
COVID-19 weekly update
GRANT AND ADAMS COUNTIES — As of Monday evening, May 4, Grant County had 182 confirmed cases of COVID-19. That is up 24 cases from 158 on Monday, April 27.
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Wahluke School District honored for green practices
MATTAWA — Wahluke School District recently earned a national distinction as a Green Ribbon School District Sustainability Award winner.
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School district staff help feed Moses Lake children
MOSES LAKE — Schools are closed by state order due to the coronavirus pandemic, but local school employees continue to supply children with the meals they normally would be receiving at school.
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Royal schools advance on online learning, graduation
ROYAL CITY — Like other districts in the area, the Royal School District is moving forward with online learning and making plans for graduation.
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Othello to form group to address reopening the city
OTHELLO — How to begin reopening the city was a topic of discussion during the regular, online Othello City Council meeting on Monday, April 27. Among those joining the discussion were Sharon Skorick, manager for the Othello Chamber of Commerce; Chris Darrow, an Othello dentist and member of the Othello …
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Othello to donate $10,000 for small businesses
OTHELLO — The Othello City Council voted almost unanimously to donate $10,000 to help fund grants for small business owners in Othello. The money is part of an effort that Adams County Economic Development and Adams County Development Council are making to help get small businesses back on their feet …
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Third COVID-19 death reported in Grant County
For the second week in a row, the number of new COVID-19 cases in Grant County has declined, but a third death as a result of the virus was reported this past week.
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Inslee begins to slowly open state
OLYMPIA — Over the past week, a lot has happened to begin reopening the state after being shut down since March 25 to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.
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Wahluke School District earns national award
MATTAWA — The Wahluke School District has been awarded the Green Ribbon School District Sustainability Award. Five districts or schools in Washington state are nominated by the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) for a chance to receive national recognition from the U.S. Department of Education. This year, all …
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FFA groups hold annual plant sales
SOUTH COUNTY — Despite the lack of normal school activities, area FFA groups are continuing with their annual plant sales. Because of the COVID-19 crisis, the plant sales are not being held as normal to help prevent the spread of the virus.
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Warden Food Pantry helps keep community fed
WARDEN — The Warden Food Pantry is serving the needs of the hungry in its community.
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Two new COVID-19 cases in Grant County
MOSES LAKE/OTHELLO — Two new confirmed cases of COVID-19 were reported in Grant County on Saturday, bringing the county’s total to 157 cases. The new cases were Quincy and Mattawa area residents, bringing Quincy’s total to 52 and Mattawa’s to 38.
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GC Fire District No. 8 to get new station
MATTAWA — Friday was an exciting day for members of Grant County Fire District No. 8. The district broke ground on a new fire station.
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Fewer new COVID-19 cases found
MOSES LAKE/OTHELLO — The rate of increase in the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Grant and Adams counties slowed in the past week.
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Mattawa Food Bank seeks more protein for food distributions
MATTAWA — Making 400 boxes of food is nothing to sneeze at. That is approximately how many boxes of food the Mattawa Food Bank has handed out the last two times it has distributed food.
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Cascade Organic Flour mill donates to food bank
ROYAL CITY — As the need for food increases as people are out of work, food banks are attempting to keep up with the demand. To help, Cascade Organic Flour, located in Royal City, recently donated 21 tons of organic flour to Second Harvest in Spokane.
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Mattawa Food Bank seeks more protein for food distributions
MATTAWA — Making 400 boxes of food is nothing to sneeze at. That is approximately how many boxes of food the Mattawa Food Bank has handed out the last two times it has distributed food.
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Local education leaders move forward with instruction, graduation plans
Schools don’t normally take six weeks off in the middle of the school year. They also don’t normally close their doors for the last three months of the school year.
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Law enforcement answers questions about stay-home order
MATTAWA — After the state shut down schools, churches, many businesses and most normal activities to combat the coronavirus pandemic, rumors have started circulating and people are asking questions. How are police enforcing the stay home order? Are essential-worker papers necessary to be able to drive to work? Will the …
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COVID-19 cases: The week in review
GRANT AND ADAMS COUNTY— In the past week, the number of COVID-19 cases in Grant County passed the 100 mark and kept rising. As of Monday, April 13, Grant County had 122 confirmed cases. That is up by 32 from Monday, April 6.
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Desert Aire airport district looks to put levy on November ballot
DESERT AIRE — Residents of Desert Aire will probably see something new on their November ballot — a levy proposed by Grant County Airport District No. 1. The district operates the airfield at Desert Aire and serves the Mattawa community at-large.
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Royal City Food Bank seeks donations
ROYAL CITY — The Royal City Food Bank has seen a drastic increase in the number of people needing food assistance since the start of the COVID-19 outbreak. As a result, the food bank seeks donations to help fill the needs presented by the community.
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COVID-19 cases: The week in review
While many wish that COVID-19 were already a thing of the past, the total of positive cases coming in is rising.
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Royal City Food Bank seeks donations
ROYAL CITY — The Royal City Food Bank has seen a drastic increase in the number of people needing food assistance since the start of the COVID-19 outbreak. As a result, the food bank seeks donations to help fill the needs presented by the community.
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Juveniles lead officers on chase
MATTAWA — Four juveniles led law enforcement officers on a vehicle chase from Mattawa to Royal City, according to social media posts published by Mattawa Police Department and Grant County Sheriff’s Office.
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Beyond the COVID-19 test
MOSES LAKE — A person with COVID-19-like symptoms gets tested for the virus. Then what? Does he or she go into isolation? How long will it take to get the test results? How is the patient notified of the results? How will the community at-large be notified?
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Three new Adams County cases, bringing total to 23
Adams County update 4/6/2020
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Three new Adams County cases, bringing total to 23
Adams County update 4/6/2020
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COVID-19 cases in Grant, Adams counties
Over the past week, the number of COVID-19 cases in Grant and Adams counties has continued to grow.
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Adams County pre-COVID-19 employment looks up
ADAMS COUNTY — The non-farm unemployment numbers for Adams County got off to a good start for 2020, but it is yet to be seen how they will hold during the COVID-19 outbreak.
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City of Warden proclaims state of emergency
WARDEN — Warden City Council passed a resolution proclaiming a state of emergency during the March 24 regular meeting because of the COVID-19 crisis. The council also provided workers with additional sick leave time and waived late penalties for utility bills.
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Adams County businesses asked to take survey about effects of COVID-19
OTHELLO — The Adams County Development Council is conducting a survey to find out what needs Adams County businesses have during the COVID-19 crisis. Adams County Development Council (ACDC) and Adams County are partnering together for the survey.
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COVID-19 testing: What happens after a sample is taken?
MOSES LAKE — A person with symptoms that resemble COVID-19 is tested for the virus. What happens to the test? How long does it take to get results back? How does the patient get notified?
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Emergency declarations made by Adams County, Othello, Mattawa
As more COVID-19 cases are found, cities and counties are taking measures to handle the virus.
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GTA announces free fare starting April 1
Other COVID-19 plans put into place
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Mattawa works on wastewater treatment facility repairs
MATTAWA — Progress is being made toward repairing Mattawa’s wastewater treatment facility after a fire destroyed the blower room on Jan. 9.
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Wahluke robotics team qualifies for world competition
MATTAWA — A robotics team from Wahluke High School has qualified for the world robotics competition in Louisville, Kentucky, that was originally set for the end of April. Five students that competed at the state level talked to the Wahluke School Board on Tuesday, March 10, during a regular board …
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Sex ed legislation prompts local school districts to write governor
GRANT AND ADAMS COUNTIES — Last week, three local school districts discussed the sexual education legislation that passed the Washington state legislature and is waiting for Gov. Jay Inslee to sign it. Othello, Wahluke and Warden school districts all wrote letters to the governor asking him not to sign Senate …
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Quincy woman destroys railroad switch box during police pursuit
QUINCY — The railroad track crossing at Central Avenue in Quincy is closed for repairs after the driver of a stolen vehicle destroyed the switch box at the crossing Monday morning.
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Sex ed legislation prompts local school districts to write governor
GRANT AND ADAMS COUNTIES — Last week, three local school districts discussed the sexual education legislation that passed the Washington state legislature and is waiting for Gov. Jay Inslee to sign it. Othello, Wahluke and Warden school districts all wrote letters to the governor asking him not to sign Senate …
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Wahluke robotics team qualifies for world competition
MATTAWA — A robotics team from Wahluke High School has qualified for the world robotics competition in Louisville, Kentucky, that was originally set for the end of April. Five students that competed at the state level talked to the Wahluke School Board on Tuesday, March 10, during a regular board …
SHOSHONE NEWS-PRESS | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
COVID-19 cancels Sandhill Crane Festival
Other events to go on
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Regional remote control car race held in Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE — Cars of all colors zoomed over the hill and flew into the air. Their drivers weren’t the least bit concerned, however. They were high up on a platform overlooking the action. These cars weren’t ordinary cars. They were remote-controlled.
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Mattawa rallies together to prepare for COVID-19
MATTAWA — Representatives from around Mattawa met on Friday morning, March 6, to formulate a cohesive plan regarding the novel coronavirus, also known as COVID-19. Those present included representatives from the city’s two medical clinics, first responders, city officials and school district personnel.
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Washing hands: Slowing the spread of COVID-19
MATTAWA — As toilet paper and bottled water fly off the shelves because of the fervor among some people over the novel coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, many agencies, such as health departments and medical clinics, are trying to alert residents to the things they can do to prevent or …
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Local medical facilities, schools prepared for COVID-19
Hospitals Nursing homes Schools
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Names released in fatality, injury fire in Mattawa
MATTAWA — A blaze outside Mattawa on the morning of Tuesday, March 3, killed one person and injured another. The blaze occurred at the 23000 block of Road O Southwest.
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GTA getting a handle on maintenance
MOSES LAKE — Grant Transit Authority is starting to get a handle on its bus maintenance issues.
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I-976 may impact Grant Transit Authority
MOSES LAKE — Grant Transit Authority is starting to build a small reserve of funds. On the flip side, the agency may lose some of its funding from the state.
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I-976 may impact Grant Transit Authority
MOSES LAKE — Grant Transit Authority is starting to build a small reserve of funds. On the flip side, the agency may lose some of its funding from the state.
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Royal School District visits Ron Clark Academy
ROYAL CITY — Last month, 17 Royal School District staff members went to visit the Ron Clark Academy in Atlanta, Georgia, during a rescheduled regular board meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 26. Royal School District Superintendent Roger Trail updated the board on the trip.
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Wahluke School Board leases field to Wahluke Enrichment Organization
MATTAWA — The Wahluke School Board approved a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Wahluke Enrichment Organization (WEO), allowing the WEO to lease a 25-acre field from the Wahluke School District. The approval took place during a regular board meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 25.
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Warden spring clean-up days planned
WARDEN — The city of Warden has set the date for its annual spring clean-up, according to a regular city council meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 25. This year, spring clean-up will be held on Friday and Saturday, April 3 and 4. The city of Warden works with Consolidated Disposal to …
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Date set for grand opening of Othello bee research facility
OTHELLO — Washington State University’s new bee research facility in Othello is finally opening, after months of waiting. The university has scheduled a grand opening for Friday, March 6.
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Date set for grand opening of WSU bee research facility
OTHELLO – After months of waiting, Washington State University’s new bee research facility in Othello is finally about to open. Washington State University has scheduled a grand opening for Friday, March 6.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Othello chamber award winners announced
OTHELLO — The annual Othello Chamber of Commerce banquet will be held this Friday, Feb. 28, at 5 p.m. Each year, the Othello chamber honors Othello businesses, citizens and organizations during the banquet. Each honoree is nominated by members of the community. Awards presented are for the Business of the …
SUN TRIBUNE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Royal City looks to raise $1 million for new library
ROYAL CITY — Royal City and the Royal City Friends of the Library have until the middle of May to raise $1 million and turn in a grant application to receive funds to build a new library.
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Wahluke School District, nonprofit discuss farming district-owned land
MATTAWA — The Wahluke School Board instructed Wahluke School District Superintendent Robert Eckert on Feb. 11 to work on a memorandum of understanding or lease with the Wahluke Enrichment Organization to allow it to farm a piece of land owned by the district.
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Grant County students compete, learn ‘soft skills’
SOUTH GRANT COUNTY — Two Grant County schools put their soft skills to the test last month as Wahluke and Royal middle-schoolers took part in the Amazing Shake, demonstrating things like making eye contact, shaking hands, carrying on a conversation and thinking on their feet.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Wahluke School District looks to lease property to WEO
MATTAWA — Wahluke School District Superintendent Robert Eckert has been instructed by the Wahluke School Board to work on a memorandum of understanding (MOU) or lease with the Wahluke Enrichment Organization (WEO) to allow it to farm a piece of farmland owned by the school district. The decision was made …
SUN TRIBUNE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Othello to test sewer pipe with non-toxic smoke
OTHELLO – Testing for possible leaks in Othello’s sewer mains will start Monday, Feb. 24. Work should be completed by Monday, March 2.
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Voters back school levies in Othello, Royal City
Wahluke levy passing, but a close call
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Ephrata girl inspires crowd at cancer event
Cancer support in the Basin grows with a little help from friends
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Mattawa Police Department to see promised 2020 raises
MATTAWA – The members of the Mattawa Police Department will finally see the raises that they were promised in the 2020 budget.
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Burger King possibly coming to Mattawa
MATTAWA — Last week, Mattawa city officials and council members met with the owner of the Burger King franchise who is looking to build a new location in Mattawa.
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Proposed Royal City library has opportunity for financial boost
ROYAL CITY — Royal City has learned that it has the opportunity to apply for a grant through the Washington State Department of Commerce Library Capital Improvement Program. The Friends of the Library in Royal City invited Royal City Mayor Kent Andersen and Finance Director Shilo Christensen to meet with …
SUN TRIBUNE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Quincy to install new pedestrian street crossing signals
QUINCY — Eight new pedestrian street crossing signals are on order by the city of Quincy to be installed around town.
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Royal School District talks about more construction at board meeting
ROYAL CITY — Construction was the overarching topic of discussion during a regular meeting of the Royal School Board on Monday, Jan. 27.
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PUD hears public comment on proposed transmission line
ROYAL CITY — Wednesday evening, the Grant County PUD held the second of two public hearings on the proposed transmission line going to the new Red Rock Substation, to be located at the Port of Royal Slope.
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Amazing Shake offers amazing results
On Friday, I had the privilege of visiting two different schools that were participating in the Amazing Shake.
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Gubernatorial candidate visits Quincy
QUINCY — Gubernatorial candidate Loren Culp made a visit to the American Legion Gun Club of Quincy to give an introduction to himself and to talk about the issues he sees as important to the residents of Washington state.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Country Sweethearts: Cancer Foundation holds annual banquet, auction
MOSES LAKE — Around 500 people attended the annual Country Sweethearts Banquet and Auction on Saturday evening at the Grant County Fairgrounds. The event was put on by the Columbia Basin Cancer Foundation to raise money to help those fighting cancer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Nematode researcher aiming for plant resistance
MOSES LAKE — What aquatic, microscopic worm inhabits all of the ecosystems on the earth? While some of its species are beneficial to soil health, others are destructive to crops and the human intestinal tract. What is this parasite species? It is nematodes.
SUN TRIBUNE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Blue orchard bees are promising pollinators
WENATCHEE — Bees were one of the topics discussed by the Washington State Tree Fruit Association during the 115th annual meeting and Northwest Horticultural Expo at the Wenatchee Convention Center.
SUN TRIBUNE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Royal School District proposes replacement levy on ballot
ROYAL CITY — Royal City voters are seeing a $1.37 million school district levy on the Feb. 11 ballot.
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Red Rock Elementary School celebrates remodeled building
ROYAL CITY — Three years ago on Friday, students returned to Red Rock Elementary School after massive flooding had damaged their school. Three years later, last Friday, students, parents, staff and community members celebrated a complete remodel of the school.
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Royal City Council reviews finances
ROYAL CITY — The Royal City Council recently reviewed the city’s finances for the fourth quarter of 2019.
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Day of a ditch rider
Reporter learns about the role of a ditch rider in region’s irrigation system
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Wahluke School District to improve cleaning practice
MATTAWA —Wahluke School District Maintenance Director Matt Hyndman has new cleaning techniques that he is hoping to put into practice in the district.
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Mattawa City Council discusses surplused, unsold vehicles
MATTAWA – Previously surplused vehicles that were never sold was one of the topics of discussion during the Mattawa City Council’s recent meeting.
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Mattawa to get loan to help rebuild wastewater treatment facility
MATTAWA — The Mattawa City Council voted to accept a $500,000, zero percent interest loan from the state Department of Ecology to help repair the wastewater treatment facility that was destroyed by fire on Jan. 9.
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Wahluke School District proposes replacement levy
MATTAWA — The Wahluke School District is running a replacement levy on the Feb. 11 ballot.
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Mattawa wastewater treatment facility suffers fire
City council acts to help solve facility problems
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Royal City City Council holds first meeting of the year
ROYAL CITY — The Royal City City Council held their first regular meeting of the year on Tuesday, Jan. 7.
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Scootney Springs Elementary School officials given written warnings for campaign signs
OTHELLO — The Public Disclosure Commission has closed a case involving Scootney Springs Elementary School officials and staff.
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Quincy Police Department to host town hall panel
QUINCY — The Quincy Police Department will host its first town hall meeting for the year on Jan. 29 at 6 p.m. at Faith Community Church, 1005 10th Ave. SW. For this town hall meeting, the department has invited three community agencies to join them for a panel style meeting.
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Lost towns: A look at the area that became home to the Hanford Manhattan Project
HANFORD, Wash. — The towns of Hanford and White Bluffs were growing towns until 1943 when residents were told to leave to make way for the Manhattan Project.
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Quincy offers Young Adult Living classes
QUINCY – The Quincy Recreation Department is offering a series of four classes aimed at young adults, ages 15 to 25 years old. The classes, presented by local professionals, will teach young adults some of the skills they need to know to navigate life after high school.
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1966: Larson AFB becomes Port of Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE — The year was 1964. Larson Air Force Base was a hive of activity, employing over 4,000 people and housing twice that many. But on Nov. 24, 1964, that all changed.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Nematode researcher aiming for plant resistance
MOSES LAKE — What aquatic, microscopic worm inhabits all of the ecosystems on the earth? While some of its species are beneficial to soil health, others are destructive to crops and the human intestinal tract. What is this parasite species? It is nematodes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Blue orchard bees are promising pollinators
WENATCHEE — Bees were one of the topics discussed on Tuesday of the Washington State Tree Fruit Association during the 115th annual meeting and Northwest Horticultural Expo happening Dec. 9 through 11 at the Wenatchee Convention Center.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Mattawa keeps wastewater facility going after fire
MATTAWA — The Mattawa wastewater treatment facility is functioning with temporary measures in place after a fire destroyed the blower room early Thursday morning.
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Mattawa wastewater treatment plant burns
MATTAWA — A major fire hit the wastewater treatment plant for the city of Mattawa on Thursday morning.
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Sleep Center offers care close to home
OTHELLO — Those in rural communities know the struggle of getting good healthcare without having to travel a distance to get the care they need.
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Port of Quincy to expand intermodal facility
QUINCY — The Port of Quincy has announced that it plans to expand its shipping hub in Quincy, known as the intermodal terminal. The Port made the announcement in a press release on Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Quincy approves 2020 budget
QUINCY — The Quincy City Council passed the city’s 2020 budget during a regular meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 17.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO
Othello looking for donations for Christmas baskets
OTHELLO — About 45 years ago, four volunteer firefighters decided to make Christmas food and gift baskets and give them to seven families who needed some extra help. The next year, they gave baskets to more families. In the years since, the Othello Community Christmas Baskets has become a city-wide …
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Potato soil health research underway
MOSES LAKE — Washington is out of ground to grow potatoes.
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Mattawa PD hiring officers, accepting reserves
MATTAWA — The Mattawa Police Department is hiring, was the report given by Police Chief Joe Harris at a regular Mattawa City Council meeting on Thursday, Dec. 5.
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Influenza tests come up positive in Adams County
OTHELLO — The Adams County Health Department announced that residents have been testing positive for Influenza A and B.
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Warden City Council passes 2020 budget
WARDEN — The Warden City Council approved its 2020 budget during a regular meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 26.
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Between the Lines: Looking back with thankfulness
While you, oh reader, are reading this in December, I am writing this on Black Friday. As I sit at my computer, I am basking in the glow of a delicious Thanksgiving meal and a day spent with family. If you will, bear with me as I transport you back …
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PDC RECEIVES SECOND COMPLAINT AGAINST OTHELLO SCHOOL DISTRICT
OTHELLO — Another complaint against the Othello School District was filed with the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC). The alleged violation is for the misuse of public facilities to support an election campaign.
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Quincy Police Department receives accreditation award
QUINCY — The Quincy Police Department recently announced that it received the Law Enforcement Accreditation Award from the Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs.
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An early history of Grant County
Like a good chunk of the towns in the county, the formation of Grant County took place just after the turn of the 20th century.
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Even districts less affected by funding changes ask 'is it sustainable?'
QUINCY — John Boyd is not hesitant to say the Quincy School District is blessed.
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City council roundup
GRANT COUNTY — Two city councils in Grant County met this past week – Royal City and Mattawa.
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