Dennis Clay receives writing awards

MOSES LAKE - Columbia Basin Herald columnist and photographer Dennis Clay was recognized recently by the Northwest Outdoor Writers' Association for Excellence in Craft.

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Taste of Wahluke Slope wine tasting event approaches

MATTAWA - Something in the air and something in the soil makes the Wahluke Slope grape a celebrated variety in the wine industry.

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Moses Lake doctor honored by Boy Scouts Wednesday

MOSES LAKE - As the Boy Scouts of America gather their badges and awards, so too do their leaders. The Columbia Basin District of Boy Scouts invite the community to honor Dr. Bruce Noonan as Good Scout of the Year Wednesday morning.

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Taste of Home returns to Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - The Taste of Home Cooking School returns to Moses Lake this month, giving participants the opportunity to learn how to cook a variety of new dishes.

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Taste of Home returns to Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - The Taste of Home Cooking School returns to Moses Lake next month, giving participants the opportunity to learn how to cook a variety of new dishes.

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Moses Lake woman uses cancer experience to help others

MOSES LAKE - Like all pageant winners, the Ms. Washington Petite Senior title comes with responsibilities.

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Frontier student hopes to meet the president

MOSES LAKE - Frontier Middle School is "about helping people," and that is just what student Devin Deitrick thought when he learned of the tragedy in Oso.

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Boy receives mechanic Cyborg hand from far reaches of the internet

MOSES LAKE - Every boy wants to be a superhero. With modern science and engineering, Ben Stephens, 12, Moses Lake, gets to be one.

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Woman recognized in CBH essay contest

MOSES LAKE - Last month we asked readers to submit a short essay and photo of an extraordinary woman in their life in celebration of National Women's Month.

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Hansens start effort to replace stolen Moses Lake Food Bank pickup

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Food Bank has gone more than a week without its truck.

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Home Expo to showcase modern options for rural living this weekend

MOSES LAKE - The people of Grant County take pride in their homes. Many families have built their house from the ground up, or were the first family in a development, or live in a house next door or handed down from Mom and Dad.

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Columbia Basin Roller Derby wins first bout

YAKIMA - The Wine Country Crushers had no idea what Columbia Basin Roller Derby (CBRD) was going to bring to the game.

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New, existing vendors invited to Farmers Market meeting

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Farmers Market invited new and existing vendors to its annual Vendors Meeting on Saturday.

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Moses Lake man reaches bowling perfection

MOSES LAKE - Lake Bowl crowned a kingpin Thursday. Connecticut native, now Moses Lake resident, Christopher Svelnys bowled a perfect game; his tenth 300 game, his third in Washington.

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Ephrata man remembers The Beatles

EPHRATA - Sunday the United Stated looked back on 50 years of Beatlemania. The Beatles broke into the US scene with a television appearance on the Ed Sullivan Show in February 1964, and have been a crowd favorite ever since.

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Grand piano history to be preserved Monday

MOSES LAKE - The Big Bend Community College Music Department recently announced an effort to both preserve its musical history and update its facilities.

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Picky Pickles' readers put pressure on publisher

MOSES LAKE - Can you put a price on a laugh?

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Ritzville man known as 'The Seahulk'

RITZVILLE - Is he wearing a suit? Nope.

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Big Bend's bone marrow drive continues online

MOSES LAKE - Did you get a chance to register as a Bone Marrow Donor this week at Big Bend Community College?

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Cannabis Energy Drink appears popular in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - A 'cannabis energy drink' sounds like a joke or an oxy-moron.

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Grant County Animal Outreach holds Polar Bear Plunge

MOSES LAKE - Dozens of brave men, women and children took a leap into the freezing waters of Moses Lake on New Year's Day Wednesday.

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Bud Clary Auto donates $20K

MOSES LAKE - After a month of effort, Bud Clary of Moses Lake and the Columbia Basin Herald were happy to hand off checks of $5,000 to four local charities recently.

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Bud Clary gives $20K to area charities

MOSES LAKE - After a month of effort, Bud Clary of Moses Lake and the Columbia Basin Herald were happy to hand off checks of $5,000 to four local charities recently.

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Ephrata's 'Candy Cane Lane' brings together neighbors

EPHRATA - 'Twas the summer before Christmas in 1988 when two neighbors had a vision of candy canes dance in their heads.

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ML woman shares connection with Mandela

MOSES LAKE - Without her, it would not be done. That is what Maryamu Givens, now a Moses Lake substitute teacher, said about the release and memorial of Nelson "Madiba" Mandela.

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Christmas cantata set for Sunday

MOSES LAKE - The Othello Choral Society announces and invites the community to join them in ushering in the Christmas season.

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MLHS students reflect on Mandela's death

MOSES LAKE - The legacy of Nelson Mandela has trickled through the generations, and his story continues to spread since his death. Tenth-grade students in Jesus Guerrero's fourth period Latin American Studies class at Moses Lake High School had varied levels of understanding of the former South African leader and …

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Volunteers needed for Ag Appreciation Parade

MOSES LAKE - Float production began Wednesday night for the Moses Lake Chamber of Commerce, and will continue today if need be.

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Ephrata grad helps bring clean water to Lao

LAO PEOPLE'S DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC - Dreams can come true. If we work at them. Support from friends and family, and a little luck also go a long way.

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Buy from Bud Clary, help a local charity

MOSES LAKE - This year, Bud Clary of Moses Lake teams up with the Columbia Basin Herald to spread cheer and wealth to a selected group of charities that benefit Moses Lake.

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Employee injured during fire at Grand Coulee Dam

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Groups help put an end to hunger

MOSES LAKE - Motorcycles aligned the front entrance of Walmart Sunday, as members of the RoadBrother MC (motorcycle club) worked to "Smash hunger in the mouth."

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No puppy shortage at shelter

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#CBHFishbowl announces winner

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Ephrata students introduced to flight school

EPHRATA - Ephrata High school students were shown exciting career alternatives Friday.

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Metal treasures: the thrill of the hunt

MOSES LAKE - The reward for most park visitors is simply the beauty of the changing leaves and the crisp air. Some Moses Lake residents are looking for a greater reward.

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Community celebrates Blake's vision, mourns his passing

SOAP LAKE - The who's who was out Monday night in honor of Brent Blake, Soap Lake visionary and resident, who died last week of leukemia.

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Memorial service set for Brent Blake

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Soap Lake's Brent Blake dies

SOAP LAKE - Soap Lake visionary and personality Brent Blake, 70, died from leukemia Tuesday at Confluence Health in Wenatchee.

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Coats 4 Kids drive kicks off

MOSES LAKE - The change of seasons officially occurred on Sunday, leaving summer behind. This time of year marks the beginning of school, the holiday season, and colder weather. It is can also be a financially stressful time for some families to provide supplies and clothing for children in our …

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The Giving Garden looking to bed down for the winter

MOSES LAKE - It is possible for you to profit off your storm debris. Community Services of Moses Lake encompasses the Moses Lake Food Bank and Harvest for Hunger, and these programs are looking for your mulch.

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City of ML focuses on parks for storm cleanup

MOSES LAKE - Residents will have to wait to get storm debris out of their yard for a few weeks unless they do it themselves or hire out.

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Spokane woman appointed chair of ArtsWa

OLYMPIA — The board of the Washington State Arts Commission (ArtsWA) recently announced the election of Brenda Nienhouse, of Spokane, as chair. Nienhouse has been a member of the ArtsWA board since former Gov. Christine Gregoire appointed her in July 2011. The election took place in August.

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Seattle Seahawks team with Washington State Parks

OLYMPIA — Many committed boaters continue spending time on Washington waters through the fall and winter, according to an announcement by the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission.

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Ritzville Rodeo, a bucking good time

RITZVILLE - The Ritzville Rodeo went off without a hitch recently. Hardworking cowboys and girls went home with wins and healthy purses.

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City garden feeds ML family

MOSES LAKE - What good is a yard if all you do is look at it? That's what Moses Lake's Gerome Wawers wonders about lawns. "To me, a front yard with just lawn sucks up nutrients and water... I would like to have something of use.," he said.

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Business opportunities in the Larson Gateway Community

MOSES LAKE — According to the US Census Bureau, the population of Moses Lake is on the rise, growing an estimated 30% from 2000 to 2012. In comparison, the number of food and accommodation service businesses rose only 12% during the same time, according to GrantCountyTrends.org, an Eastern Washington University …

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School's never out forever

MEMORY LANE — School is the last thing students want to think about during summer. However for many, a high school reunion is something to look forward to.

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Soap Lake man shows love of classic cars at Basin Summer Sounds Car Show

EPHRATA - Classic car fans are gearing up for the Basin Summer Sounds Car Show Saturday.

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Desert Sage 3 grows from local talent and vision

MOSES LAKE - This weekend the Desert Sage music festival will bring together family and friends of the local music scene. More than 100 musicians will be in attendance, and a few hundred friendly fans are expected, too.

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Mural work on Ephrata's Lee Theater adds character

EPHRATA - The characters on the north facing wall of the Lee Theater appear to have grown up. Where the Rugrats once tumbled out onto the parking lot, new villains and heroes mature under the direction of a local artist. Michael Bosnar, recent graduate of Ephrata High School, and co-owner …

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Sundial Bistro to close Sunday

SOAP LAKE — A little more than a year after opening, Sundial Bistro in Soap Lake will be closing its doors. A discounted menu and half-off beer and wine are being offered through the weekend. Hours will be Friday 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday 8 a.m. …

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