Idaho Botanical Garden announces fall webinars
Idaho Botanical Garden has announced its schedule of upcoming fall webinar classes August to November. All will be hosted on Zoom and cost between $5 and $25. To see the entire schedule and sign up for classes visit idahobotanicalgarden.org/learn/fallclasses.
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Entering Stage 2 By CRAIG NORTHRUP
Restaurants, salons, gyms look forward to reopening on Saturday
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Ramos, Abel
Abel Ramos Ramos Abel Ramos, 65, of Pocatello, Idaho, passed away of natural causes on March 21, 2020. He was the 2nd of 7 children, born in Blackfoot, Idaho to Nore and Tina Ramos. He grew up in the Rising River area, where he attended Blackfoot School Districts, then graduated …
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14 WSU athletes named to Pac-12 winter academic honor roll
SAN FRANCISCO — Four three-time honorees were among a total of 14 Washington State University student-athletes who were named to the Pac-12 winter academic honor roll, it was announced Tuesday by the conference.
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Kuna, Melba Senior News
KUNA SENIOR NEWSKuna Senior Center
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Cassia County woman dies from coronavirus
BURLEY — South Central Public Health District confirms Cassia County’s first death related to COVID-19.
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Jackson Hole Airport employee tests positive for COVID-19
According to a press release issued by the Jackson Hole Airport Board, on the evening March 29, the Jackson Hole Airport became aware of an employee who had tested positive for COVID-19. This employee is currently in self-isolation, and notifications have taken place with appropriate agencies.
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Area colleges: Pac-12 extends sports activities ban through May 31
The Pac-12 has extended its prohibition of all organized sports team activities through May 31, the conference announced Monday.
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UI employee tests positive for COVID-19
MOSCOW -- A University of Idaho employee has tested positive for COVID-19 but school officials say the likelihood this individual spread the disease on its Moscow campus or to the surrounding community is low.
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Ferro: Notes from a time when handwashing made headlines
How long have we been ‘sheltering in place’ now? Four months? Five?
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Cheers and Jeers for March 31, 2020
Jeers to the schools shutting down, but giving out food and telling people and kids to social distance. What do you think happens when you hand out food? Adults and kids see each other and meet and talk. What about workers being sick? If you want people to stay home …
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Five new COVID-19 cases confirmed in Nez Perce County
Five new cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in Nez Perce County, public health officials announced this afternoon.
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East Idaho's response to pandemic inspirational, courageous
The coronavirus pandemic has certainly created a new normal here in East Idaho.Many businesses have closed because of the outbreak while others have scaled back hours and laid off employees.Students from kindergartners to college seniors are conducting their studies via online courses because the virus has made attending in-person classes …
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THIRD ROUND
65. Cincinnati — Malik Harrison, LB, Ohio St., Sr.
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15. Denver (7-9) - C.J. Henderson, CB, Florida, Jr.
The Broncos find a replacement for All-Pro cornerback Chris Harris instead of reaching for a receiver. It’s nitpicking to say Henderson is a shy tackler in the run game. Shutdown corners aren’t charged with shutting down running backs. They’re supposed to shut down wide receivers and he has no problem …
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13. San Francisco from Indianapolis (7-9) - Henry Ruggs, WR, Alabama, Jr.
The NFC champs have been busy right out of the gate. GM John Lynch sent All-Pro defensive tackle DeForest Buckner to Indy in a surprising blockbuster for this pick. Ruggs is pure electricity with the football in his hands. He scored 25 total touchdowns on 100 touches in his Crimson …
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6. L.A. Chargers (5-11) - Isaiah Simmons, LB, Clemson, Jr.
The Chargers should strike a deal with free agent Cam Newton and target a developmental quarterback on day two if they miss out on Tagovailoa. Such a scenario would allow them to draft Simmons. The only defensive position he’s ill-equipped to play is nose tackle. He’s an athletic unicorn who …
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Book Central in Rupert temporarily closes
Friends of the DeMary Library have canceled the First Saturday of the Month Sale scheduled for April 4 at Book Central, 630 5th Street in Rupert.
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Letters to the editor, March 29, 2020
Nonprofits
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Our View: Cheers and Cheers to traditions that don't change, helpers and a Buhl winery
Editor’s note: We thought everyone could use some extra cheer, so no jeers this week.
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Letter to editor: Treat all people properly during epidemic
While taking precautions to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 to humanity, we are mistreating humans. I understand this virus is fast spreading and has taken life. I applaud all the steps to halt the spread, however let us not lose sight of those who need to be treated during …
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4 LCSC basketball players net praise nationally
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Four members of the Lewis-Clark State basketball family were named All-Americans by the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics, the organization announced Thursday.
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Ron J. Nuxoll
Ronald J. Nuxoll, 63, of Caldwell, passed away at his home Tuesday, March 17, 2020.
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Obituary: James Floyd Jolley
April 4, 1938—March 19, 2020
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Obituary: Kaeleen Egbert
November 22, 1958—March 18, 2020
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3 local basketball standouts honored by AP
Three local athletes took home honors as the Associated Press released its All-State basketball teams Wednesday.
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Letters to the editor, March 26, 2020
Appreciation
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Q. How do ventilators treat people with coronavirus?
A. People who have severe cases of COVID-19 can develop pneumonia and/or an acute respiratory distress syndrome where the lungs are not able to work properly fail. A ventilator is used to help them breath.
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Letter to the Editor: BYUI Students get the stiff arm from apartment owners
To whom it may concern,
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Spokesman: WSU football player dies in Pullman
Bryce Beekman, a redshirt senior defensive back on Washington State’s football team, died Tuesday night in Pullman, Pullman Police Commander Jake Opgenorth confirmed to The Spokesman-Review.
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Parson named NIC women's soccer coach
Lewiston High School graduate Kellsi Parson was named the head coach of the North Idaho College women’s soccer team Tuesday.
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Kuna, Melba Senior News
KUNA SENIOR NEWSKuna Senior Center
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Obituary: Frederick Paul Kloepfer
October 23, 1931—March 15, 2020
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House pets
I am reading in different sources that some people are taking their house pets to the animal shelter because they are afraid they will catch the norovirus from them. Simply put, these people are bleeping idiots. NO ONE CAN CATCH THE CORONAVIRUS FROM A HOUSE PET. Don't believe me, believe …
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Area colleges: Cougs' Elleby makes second unit of coaches' team
PULLMAN — CJ Elleby of Washington State was named to the second unit Monday of the All-District 19 men’s basketball team as chosen by the National Association of Basketball Coaches.
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Cherry takes over as Madison golf coach
Over a decade ago, Madison alum Arielle Cherry helped out as an assistant coach with Madison’s golf team but with two kids under three, being a mother, running a business and coaching were just one responsibility too many so she gave up the coaching for a time.
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Second Whitman County COVID-19 case confirmed
UPDATE: Includes age and sex of patient in second case
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Customer service
I will preface this letter by saying that I realize that this is an uncertain time, and we are all scared and having difficulty managing stress. However, for those of us who are considered "essential" employees, although morale is undoubtedly low, let us not forget to continue to provide good …
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Stapilus: Welcome to a Covid-19 world
Compared to a lot of people, our household has been hit lightly by the new world of Covid-19.
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Prep Athlete of the Week: Anika Grogan
Lewiston High senior Anika Grogan knew that her season debut at the Lewiston Invitational on March 14 might also be the last meet of her high school track career.
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Support groups
Please check in with support groups to see if they are meeting in person, are canceled because of COVID-19 or are meeting online.
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World Series of the imagination: Congratulations, Science and Arts
> Former Cumberland (Tenn.) infielder and NAIA baseball enthusiast Scott Hunt — the son of 39-year CU coach Woody Hunt — completed his simulation of the Avista NAIA World Series on Sunday, crowning Science and Arts of Oklahoma the champions for the first time in program history.
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A note from Don: BoiseDev will keep covering the news you need in unprecedented times
What an extraordinary week it has been. Last Thursday, I wrote my first story related to the coronavirus pandemic. Since that time, I’ve posted 17 more, produced more than 300 real-time updates, and sent out a dozen free newsletters.
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First case of COVID-19 confirmed in Whitman County
The Whitman County Health Department has received a positive test result for COVID-19 in a Whitman County resident, according to a press release this morning from the Whitman County Emergency Operations Center.
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Faye Yost celebrates 90th birthday
Faye Yost White-Forrey was born on March 27, 1930. In her youth, she became an exceptional softball player and developed a lifelong passion for sports. She learned to golf in 1945, a time when women just weren’t found on Riverside’s nine-hole course, so Faye golfed alongside men who were enjoying …
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Notice to our subscribers regarding COVID-19
To our subscribers,
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The Edge
Today is Sunday, March 22, the 82nd day of 2020. There are 284 days left in the year.
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Area athletes named finalists for NIAHOF awards
COEUR D’ALENE — Athletes, teams and coaches from several area high schools, the University of Idaho and Lewis-Clark State College were announced as finalists Saturday for the annual North Idaho Athletic Hall of Fame awards.
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Hospice Visions steps up effort to help veterans
TWIN FALLS — Hospice Visions Inc. has announced it is now a Level 5 Partner with We Honor Veterans, a program of the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization. Level 5 is the highest level WHV partners can attain and includes several new required activities and yearly recertification.
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LCSC 2nd in FC all-sports race
COLLEGE ROUNDUP
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Obituary: Frederick Paul Kloepfer
October 23, 1931—March 15, 2020
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Police: Man threatens to bomb Utah hospital over denied virus test
SALT LAKE CITY — A man upset about not getting tested for the coronavirus threatened to bring a bomb to a Utah hospital March 18, according to a probable cause statement.
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Our View: Cheers and Jeers from the social distance
Cheer
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LCSC has 14 hoops players honored for work in classroom
COLLEGE ROUNDUP
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City of McCall girds for coronavirus cases
Stories in this Regional News Roundup are excerpted from weekly newspapers from around the region. This is part one, with part two set to appear in Sunday’s Tribune.
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Strong demand prompts Walmart to hire 900 in Idaho
BENTONVILLE, Arkansas — Walmart announced plans Friday to offer employees cash bonuses and to hire 900 new Idaho associates in response to strong demand related to the coronavirus outbreak.
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Seaport run postponed
Sponsors of the Seaport River Run announced Thursday they are postponing this year’s race because of the coronavirus outbreak and hope to choose a makeup date soon.
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Seaport run postponed
Sponsors of the Seaport River Run announced Thursday they are postponing this year’s race because of the coronavirus outbreak and hope to choose a makeup date soon.
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Death Notices
Elizabeth Clifford, 73, of Twin Falls formerly of Wendell, passed away Tuesday, March 17, 2020 at a local hospital. Arrangements are under the care of Farnsworth Mortuary, Jerome.
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BLM to temporarily suspend entrance fees on public lands across America
WASHINGTON – After careful consideration and at the direction of Secretary of the Interior David Bernhardt, the Bureau of Land Management will temporarily suspend the collection of all entrance fees until further notice.
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What you need to know today about the virus outbreak
There’s a rare glimmer of hope for the rest of the world as it battles the coronavirus pandemic: Chinese authorities said Thursday that Wuhan, the former epicenter that initially suffered thousands of cases a day, and its surrounding province had no new cases to report.
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Area roundup: Avista to continue its support of Series
In light of the cancellation of the Avista NAIA World Series because of concerns about the coronavirus, Avista released a statement Wednesday, in which it indicated it will honor its commitment to Lewis-Clark State and the NAIA and fulfill its financial title-sponsorship obligation.
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Whitman County offices shifting their operations
COLFAX — Whitman County offices are shifting their method of operation to reduced possible exposure to COVID-19.
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The Edge
Today is Thursday, March 19, the 79th day of 2020. There are 287 days left in the year. Spring arrives at 11:50 p.m. EDT, the earliest the vernal equinox has occurred in 124 years.
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WIAA: Fan from Hardwood Classic tests positive for COVID-19
RENTON, Wash. — The Washington Interscholastic Activities Association announced Tuesday a spectator at the Class 1A/2A Hardwood Classic state basketball tournament has tested positive for coronavirus.
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Events calendar
Editor’s note: Events may be changed due to precautions around the COVID-19 virus. Please contact organizers for full details.
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Kuna, Melba Senior News
KUNA SENIOR NEWSKuna Senior Center
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Community Sports Report
MARTIAL ARTSValley school produces regional Grand Champions
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Donald Raymond Welter
Donald Raymond Welter, 82, of Clarkston, passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2020, with his family by his side.
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The Edge
Today is Tuesday, March 17, the 77th day of 2020. There are 289 days left in the year. This is St. Patrick’s Day.
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In Big Sky decision, turnaround was quick
Big Sky commissioner Tom Wistrcill on Monday held a teleconference with reporters to discuss the conference’s cancellation of last week’s men’s and women’s basketball tournaments in Boise.
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Cheers and Jeers for March 17, 2020
Cheers to Wells Fargo Bank at 823 Cleveland Boulevard in Caldwell. Our experience with Wells Fargo Bank, in general, has by far not been the best in all the years we have banked with them, however this particular branch stays open one hour later than any other Wells Fargo. They …
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High Country Conference names boys basketball All-Conference selections
BLACKFOOT – The High Country Conference, a combined 4A/5A conference has announced its 2020 All Conference selections and two Blackfoot High School seniors have been selected to the First Team All Conference, along with Blackfoot High School coach Cody Shelley being selected as the Conference Coach of the Year.
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NAIA cancels spring sports, World Series
The NAIA announced in an email Monday morning that it is canceling all spring sports, which includes the annual NAIA World Series in Lewiston.
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Idaho Press closed to public temporarily. Here's how to reach us
Dear readers,
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Dunkley, Peggy
Dunkley Peggy Dunkley After a brief illness Peggy Wood Dunkley passed away peacefully surround by family and friends in Boise, Idaho. Peggy was born December 11, 1953 in Rigby, Idaho to Merlin and Leola Wood. She graduated from Pocatello High School in 1972. Later on, after high school she met …
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Idaho cancels April 17 spring football game
The University of Idaho pulled the plug on this year’s Silver and Gold football scrimmage Saturday in response to the coronavirus outbreak, while Washington State suspended “organized team activities” for all sports through April 2.
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Mike Prater: Lack of sports will give us a strong lesson in humanity
The television is eerily weird on this Saturday ... Sunday ... for how long?
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LOCAL ROUNDUP: Yotes have intrasquad track meet to close season
The College of Idaho track and field team used their final day of practice for the 2020 outdoor season to conduct an impromptu intrasquad meet at Vallivue High School.
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King 12th for Bengal golf
KENNEWICK, Wash. — Carson King placed 12th with a 76 score Friday to lead the Lewiston High boys’ efforts in the Kennewick Invitational golf tournament at Zintel Creek Golf Club.
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Idaho to allow spring teams to practice
Despite concerns about the coronavirus outbreak, the University of Idaho at this point anticipates no loss in practice time for spring sports teams, a spokesman said Friday.
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BREAKING: Moscow schools to shut down for two weeks following spring break
The Moscow School District has confirmed it will cease in-person instruction districtwide for two weeks starting March 23 in a bid to slow the local spread of the new coronavirus.
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There's now no escape valve in current crisis
It was dizzying. It was surreal. It was unfathomable.
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There's now no escape valve in current crisis
It was dizzying. It was surreal. It was unfathomable.
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Lewiston softball's offense blitzes Lakeland
RATHDRUM, Idaho — The Lewiston High School softball team’s offense surged against Class 4A nonleague opponent Lakeland of Rathdrum, compiling 34 runs across two games in a season-opening doubleheader sweep.
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Local angle
> It’s immaterial now, but JOEL DAHMEN got off to a decent start at The Players Championship golf tournament, the final three rounds of which were scrapped late Thursday because of concerns about the coronavirus. Dahmen shot a 2-under-par 70 in the PGA event at Ponte Vedra, Fla., and was …
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Another question mark: spring football drills
The college basketball landscape was thrown into such disarray by concerns about the coronavirus Thursday that few officials on the Palouse were talking much about spring football drills.
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2020 girls basketball Nuclear League All-Conference Selections
Coach of the Year- Jake Landon- Ririe
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Athlete of the Week: Browning Bennion, Sugar-Salem wrestling
Year-in-school: Senior
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2020 Boys Basketball-Nuclear League All-Conference
Coach of the Year
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Big Sky cancels conference basketball tournaments
BOISE -- The Big Sky Conference has canceled the remainder of its 2020 basketball tournaments, beginning with the men’s quarterfinals scheduled for Thursday, the conference office announced Thursday.
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2:13 P.M. UPDATE: Coronavirus shuts down NAIA, LCSC basketball seasons
The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics this morning canceled all winter sports championships that are ongoing and to be conducted in the future, including the Division I men's and women's basketball championships, because of the coronavirus pandemic.
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2:13 P.M. UPDATE: Coronavirus shuts down NAIA, LCSC basketball seasons
The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics this morning canceled all winter sports championships that are ongoing and to be conducted in the future, including the Division I men's and women's basketball championships, because of the coronavirus pandemic.
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USU moves classes online in response to coronavirus
Utah State University announced that classes for the remainder of the Spring 2020 semester would be moved online to help slow the spread of coronavirus.
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Hanson elected to College Football HOF
IRVING, Texas — Former Washington State All-American kicker Jason Hanson was named to the College Football Hall of Fame, it was announced by the National Football Foundation.
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LCSC teams head to NAIA tourney
The Lewis-Clark State men’s and women’s basketball teams each earned bids into their respective NAIA Division I tournaments, it was announced Wednesday.
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Local angle
Clarkston native JOEL DAHMEN will compete in his 14th PGA Tour event of the season, the Players Championship, starting today at TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla. Dahmen, who is in his fourth full season on the Tour, finished tied for fifth at the Arnold Palmer Invitational on Sunday, …
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Stonebrakers to receive award at WAA banquet
Phil and Marilyn Stonebraker will be honored with the Lifetime Warrior Award during the ninth annual Warrior Athletic Association’s Wake Up With the Warriors scholarship fundraising breakfast, which will take place at 7 a.m. today at Lewis-Clark State College’s Activity Center.
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WSU classes to move online after spring break; UI to test same approach
Washington State University announced it will transition all five physical campuses in its system from face-to-face instruction to remote strategies in an effort to curb the spread of the new coronavirus.
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The Edge
Today is Wednesday, March 11, the 71st day of 2020. There are 295 days left in the year.
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Lyle Webber
Lyle Webber was born March 10, 1935, in Bessemer, Mich., and passed away Thursday, March 5, 2020, in Spokane.
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Correction
> The Moscow Highs boys’ basketball team has claimed 11 state titles, the second-most in Idaho, regardless of classification. Borah increased its lead by two after defeating Post Falls in Saturday’s Class 5A final. An incorrect total of titles appeared in Sunday’s edition because of a staff error.
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Prep athlete of the week: Tristan Bremer
There are times in wrestling, as in other sports, when pushing the tempo doesn’t need to yield short-term results in order to prove successful in the long run.
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OPEC infighting and Coronavirus concerns cause oil prices to plummet
AAA Press Release
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Nominees for Prep Athlete of the Week
Benny Kitchel (Moscow boys’ basketball): He finished with 12 points as the Bears’ bid to win the Idaho Class 4A state title came up short Saturday in a 59-43 loss to Preston at the Ford Idaho Center in Nampa.
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Winter Special Olympics benefit blazes profitable trail across Idaho
This story was published in the March 9, 1995, edition of the Lewiston Tribune.
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College roundup: Cougs cap four-game sweep
PULLMAN — Collin Montez's three-run home run got Washington State's baseball team going, and Kyle Manzardo finished his huge weekend with a homer as the Cougars finished a four-game sweep of the Niagara Purple Eagles 15-2 on Sunday in a nonconference contest at Bailey-Brayton Field.
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Support Groups
T.O.P.S., a weight loss support group, 10 a.m. Tuesday, Church of God, 910 Sycamore St., Clarkston.
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Senior Calendar
For the Lewiston-Clarkston Valley
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Washington boys' state basketball tourney: Bantams make it to Class 2A final
YAKIMA — Tru Allen converted a pair of free throws with five seconds on the clock to help seventh-seeded Clarkston earn a 42-38 victory Friday in a Washington Class 2A boys’ state semifinal basketball game against No. 4 seed Lindbergh at the Yakima SunDome.
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Local angle
> JOEL DAHMEN carded his second straight even-par 72 on Friday and made the cut by three strokes in the Arnold Palmer Invitational at Orlando, Fla. At 144, he’s seven strokes behind the leader of the PGA event.
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Job fair set Tuesday delayed because of coronavirus worries
The fourth annual Job and College Fair that had been scheduled for Tuesday at the Clearwater River Casino has been postponed because of concerns about the coronavirus.
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Idaho boys' state basketball tourney: Bears hold on to reach Class 4A title game
BOISE — After leading by as many as 24 points midway through the game, the Moscow High School boys’ basketball team withstood a late rally to edge Kuna 63-60 on Friday in an Idaho Class 4A state semifinal at Borah High School.
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Idaho women beat rival Idaho State in regular-season finale
POCATELLO — Natalie Klinker tallied 15 points and 13 rebounds as the Idaho women’s basketball team finished with regular season with a 61-50 Big Sky Conference victory Friday against the Idaho State Bengals at Reed Gym.
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Prep basketball: Slow start foils Bulldogs in loss to North Fremont
BOISE — Going scoreless in the first quarter and shooting only 30 percent in the first half, the Grangeville High boys’ basketball team lost 45-35 to North Fremont on Thursday in the opening round of the Idaho 2A tournament at Capital High School.
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Athlete of the Week: Hayden Maupin, North Fremont wrestling
Age: 16
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BOYS BASKETBALL STATE TOURNAMENT SCORES
THURSDAY
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Shirley Ellen (Bergland) Tulin
Shirley Ellen (Bergland) Tulin, longtime Colfax resident, passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2020, at the Whitman Health and Rehabilitation Center, in Colfax. She was 86.
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Mayor proclaims March as Nutrition Month
National Nutrition Month is celebrated each year during the month of March, focusing on the importance of making informed food choices and developing sound eating and physical activity habits.
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Cd’A Schools one step closer to finalizing zone changes
Three recommendations brought to school board, final presentation March 18
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Track notes: L-C signs three, including swift Kennewick girl
Lewis-Clark State announced the signing of three runners, including one who’d drawn interest from NCAA Division I track programs.
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Community Sports Report
GYMNASTICSHolman makes Big Show
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Opponents: Don't even try to put re-entry center here
COEUR d'ALENE — Local opposition is mounting on the Idaho Department of Correction's plans for a 130-bed community re-entry center in North Idaho.
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'The heart of American rodeo'
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The Moses Lake Roundup, 75 years in the making
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Othello local separates murderer from myth in Deodies lecture
OTHELLO — Othello-native Alfonso Zavala, recent museum studies graduate from Central Washington University, presented the story of local legend Deodies Curry at a special lecture Saturday at the Othello Community Museum.
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Health district investigates meningitis case
MOSES LAKE — The Grant County Health District has confirmed a case locally of a rare and dangerous form of meningitis typically found in Sub-Saharan Africa, and is looking for other people who may have been exposed. According to a District news release, a single case of Invasive Neisseria Meningitidis, …
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Kootenai River Days brought in the crazy dayz
BONNERS FERRY— Small town. There are things that happen in a small town that can happen nowhere else. At least not in the same way. Every year, as springs rolls into summer, a week stands out that means “community” to so many people.
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Former Port of Moses Lake director, wife accused of animal cruelty
Former Port of Moses Lake executive director David Senne and his wife Mary Ellen Senne have been charged with aggravated animal cruelty after 89 animals were seized from their property in Jones County, Miss. recently.
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Othello council honors officer, seeks energy savings
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FFA kids take the wheel
MOSES LAKE — It was a bit an endeavor for Keiren Cook to get the John Deere tractor going.
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Give Hunger the Bird fundraiser a success
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Mattawa man sentenced for pointing homemade gun at sister
MATTAWA — A Mattawa man was sentenced for pointing a homemade weapon at his sister and threatening to shoot her.
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Firing up the fair Adams County Fair opens Wednesday
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4 Basin Simplot stores receive safety certification
MOSES LAKE — Compliance with environmental, health, and safety standards is as much a part of Simplot Grower Solutions as providing a quality product to America’s farmers and four Columbia Basin stores received certification for their efforts.
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PUD commissioners discuss customer privacy policy
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Othello School Board OKS 2016-17 budget
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'Boots, Chaps and Cowboy Hats' Adams County Fair opens Wednesday in Othello
OTHELLO — Livestock and exhibits, the annual rodeo, the annual demolition derby, the parade, bed races and competition among Dutch oven cooks will be among the highlights of the annual Adams County Fair, beginning Wednesday and continuing through Saturday
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Taking cover
MOSES LAKE — Go outside and take a look at the landscape around you. What do you see? Some houses most likely, maybe a natural water feature and hills off in the distance. Unknown to some eastern Washington residents is that hidden across the landscape there is a rich history …
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New app allows viewers to watch TV anywhere
The world just took a new turn with an updated DirecTV app that lets you watch live and recorded television programs anywhere.
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Courthouse construction delayed again
EPHRATA — The discovery of a pair of abandoned and long forgotten underground fuel storage tanks has delayed renovation work on the Grant County Courthouse an additional couple of weeks.
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Grant County unemployment up between June and July
MOSES LAKE – Unemployment in Grant County shot up eight-tenths of one percent between July 2015 and July 2016, although it rose much less, three-tenths of one percent, between June and July 2016.
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Soap Lake councilmembers balk at government change
SOAP LAKE — Several Soap Lake city councilmembers are voicing disapproval over a ballot proposition that, if passed, would institute a city manager form of government.
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Bring on the bluegrass
GEORGE — Summer has faded into the fall colors, but if you’re looking for one last blast before the weather turns, the George Washington Bluegrass Festival Sept. 12-18 features some of the Pacific Northwest's most exciting bluegrass bands.
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Missed rule change leads to audit finding for Potato Commission
MOSES LAKE — The Washington Potato Commission didn’t know about new guidelines for reporting pension funds, and as a result made mistakes on its pension fund reporting, according to an audit report from the Washington State Auditor’s Office.
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Moses Lake man charged for kicking officer in the head
MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake man was charged for allegedly kicking a Moses Lake Police Department officer in the head.
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Big Bend drops NWAC East opener to Wenatchee Valley
MOSES LAKE — Forget the first two games, Big Bend College looked like a bunch of freshmen playing their first college volleyball match. But when the Vikings (0-1) finally decided to turn it loose, they stayed right with Wenatchee Valley College. Despite losing the Northwest Athletic Conference opener in three …
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Silver Sage Design Studio's move is a breath of fresh air
MOSES LAKE — There is a change in the wind for Silver Sage Design Studio. After 27 years at its current location on West Third Avenue, the local design studio is setting up shop at 606 W. Broadway Ave.
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Making our job easy
MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake man was arrested on Friday after allegedly fleeing a traffic stop and leading police on a foot pursuit.
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Call space
MOSES LAKE — The Multi Agency Communications Center (MACC) is moving closer to moving into its new 9,776-square foot Emergency Communications Center at 208 South Hamilton Rd.
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New patio at Michael's Bistro adds a nice touch
MOSES LAKE — Deck hounds have a new place to hang, enjoy good food and drink, maybe even a little music with the expansion of Michael’s Bistro patio.
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School zone lights not working in Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE — With flashing school zone lights in Moses Lake malfunctioning, drivers are asked to use extra caution in school zones around the city.
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Dancing and stories at Warden Days festival
WARDEN — Warden celebrated Labor Day with food, music, volleyball, some traditional Mexican dancing, and a whole lot of story telling.
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Standing in faith
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake firefighter/paramedic Simon Rillera always knew his faith would carry him through difficult times. He just never knew how difficult.
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Warden Community Days coming Monday
Labor Day will see the town of Warden celebrating its Community Days with a pancake breakfast, a parade, and an afternoon of music, fun, and games in the city park.
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Moses Lake man applies ultrasound to livestock
MOSES LAKE — The interesting thing about technology is that its applications turn up in unexpected places – at least they’re unexpected to begin with. But really, in the end those applications aren't so surprising.
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Mom and Pop's Diner adds a taste of West Africa
MOSES LAKE — Foster Ekoue-Totou sat in the dining room meeting with one group after another. His wife and business partner Kossiwe dealt with staff and talked of the menu items. The scurry of activity seemed endless.
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Coulee City man sentenced for unlawful gun possession, assault
EPHRATA — A Coulee City man will be spending time in prison for threatening his brother with a rifle during a dispute over a missing bong and throwing a cup full of urine into the face of a corrections deputy.
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September is National Preparedness Month
“Be prepared!” This has been the motto of Boy Scouts for more than a century.
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Drivers urged to use caution as kids return to school
MOSES LAKE — With school back in swing and thousands of kids around Grant County on the streets, police agencies are urging drivers to use caution when driving in and around school zones.
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How many drinks before you drive is too many? One
That’s got to be the three most horrific words imaginable in any fatal traffic accident —- alcohol was involved.
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Family Farm Alliance will voice concerns in D.C.
The concerns of western irrigators will have its voice heard Sept 27-28 when a group of family farmers, ranchers and water professionals travel to Washington, D.C. to meet with Congress as part of the 2016 Family Farm Alliance Farmer Lobbyist trip.
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Boy, 8, killed near Lind in farm equipment accident
LIND — An eight-year-old boy died last week near the town of Lind after he was reportedly run over by a tractor.
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Reviving Rural Downtowns workshop coming to Ritzville
RITZVILLE — Some of the most creative minds in the state are gathering in Ritzville to brainstorm on ways to make a difference in the downtown districts across Washington.
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Moses Lake board OKs teacher, staff contracts
MOSES LAKE — Teachers and classified staff in the Moses Lake School District will receive raises for the 2016-17 school year. Moses Lake School Board members approved agreements with the unions representing certificated (teachers) and classified staff at the regular meeting Thursday.
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Grant County Small Business Development Center sponsoring export seminar
MOSES LAKE — With 95 percent of the market being outside the United States, the Grant County Small Business Development Center and the Economic Development Council will be sponsoring an Export Seminar to prepare small to medium businesses on the basics of export readiness Oct. 19-21 at the Columbia Basin …
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Ocwen Loan Servicing fined $900,000 as part of settlement with Washington State Depart of Financial Institutions
Ocwen Loan Servicing, LLC will no longer use unlicensed offshore companies to service Washington loans.
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Laketown Pharmacy offering great service
MOSES LAKE — Small town feel, big time service is the business plan John Rackham and Mark DuVall want to project with the newest independent pharmacy in Moses Lake.
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ML council approves purchase of 2 new police vehicles
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake residents will soon be seeing two new police vehicles patrolling city streets.
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Grant, Adams counties included in Inslee's emergency proclamation
OLYMPIA — Grant and Adams counties are among the 20 counties included in Gov. Jay Inslee’s state of emergency declaration in response to several wildfires that are currently burning in eastern Washington.
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School bells signal end of summer
MOSES LAKE — Summer might not be officially over until mid-September, but summer is really over when school starts.
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Cowgirl Tea Party gives kids a chance to meet some 'Sheroes'
MOSES LAKE — On a day where Moses Lake Roundup rodeo fans were wearing purple in support of the Man Up Crusade to put an end to domestic violence in America, seven little girls from the Columbia Basin gave us the look of innocence.
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All-star rodeo cast does not disappoint at Moses Lake Roundup
MOSES LAKE — The 73rd annual Moses Lake Roundup was a virtual who’s who of rodeo talent competing over the course of three days and the world-class cowboys and cowgirls did not disappoint.
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Teen accused of vehicle prowling, gun theft
EPHRATA — A teenager is accused of stealing several items, including a gun, out of a truck in Moses Lake over the weekend.
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Quantz to resign as Soap Lake police chief
SOAP LAKE — After four years in the position, Glenn Quantz will be stepping down as Soap Lake Police Department chief on Aug. 31.
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Proctor takes early bull riding lead at Moses Lake Roundup
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Queen's-eye view
QUINCY — Moses Lake Roundup rodeo week kicked off with the beating of blades and a bird’s-eye view of the Columbia River.
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Life changed after drive-by shooting
Life as I know it changed on Saturday night after someone drove down my street and tried to kill my neighbors.
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Demolition Derby kicks off Roundup with a bang
MOSES LAKE — Even before Corey & Lange Flying Diamond Rodeo Stock bucking bull Bottle Rocket puts the fear of God into the best bull riders in the country. Before superstar bareback horse Trip Wire struts his stuff. The dirt track demons are going to show the 73rd Annual Moses …
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Battle of the Badge Game raises an estimated $3,000 for Boys & Girls Club
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River Dogs face Pine Forge, Pa., in World Series semifinals
EPHRATA — Two teams stand between the Columbia Basin River Dogs and the repeat as Senior Babe Ruth World Series champions. But if they don’t get past Friday afternoon, it’s a non-issue.
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Zamoras much more than a wrestling family
I’ve never served, but I do agree that a life lived with honor, integrity and character is a life well lived.
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ML School Board approves construction bond proposal including second high school
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake School District voters will be asked to approve or reject a construction bond for a new, second high school, a new elementary school and upgrades to the existing Moses Lake High School. The current cost estimate is $135.3 million, but Moses Lake School Board members …
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River Dogs beat Tucson 13-5
EPHRATA — Sometimes no amount of planning beats dumb luck. The defending champion Columbia Basin River Dogs kept their hopes of repeat alive with a rather strange turn of events Wednesday night at the Senior Babe Ruth World Series at Johnson-OBrien Stadium.
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Othello School District budget reviewed at meeting
OTHELLO — The general fund budget for the Othello School District for the 2016-17 school year will be $48,552,376 for the 2016-17 school year. The general fund pays salaries and most district operations and maintenance costs.
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Adams County unemployment rate remains steady
RITZVILLE — The unemployment rate in Adams County dropped one-tenth of a percentage point between May and June, but remained the same as June 2015. But the number of non-farm jobs available in the county shrank between June 2015 and June 2016.
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Battle of the Badge is about bragging rights for a good cause
MOSES LAKE — Will there be a little swag happening? Yep. How about little smack talk? It’s possible. What about 100 percent fun for a good cause? Gar-ron-teed.
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Convicted felon charged in connection with scuffle with deputies
EPHRATA — A Moses Lake man claims the reason he reached for a gun during a scuffle with two deputies is because he was going to shoot himself.
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River Dogs get Blue Licked 8-6
EPHRATA — In the end, the Columbia Basin River Dogs had a chance to pull one out of the fire one more time Monday night at the Senior Babe Ruth World Series at Johnson-O’Brien Stadium.
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Moses Lake Sand Dunes are a blast
MOSES LAKE — Across the highway is the Moses Lake access with pristine grass, picnic benches and age-old trees that seem to touch the sky. It’s a parkway with a paved parking lot, passenger cars and fishermen.
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Ephrata turns out big for Sage-n-Sun
There are some things Ephrata is sort of short on: high crime, traffic, crowds. But two things the Grant County seat has in abundance are sunshine and sagebrush. So it’s only fitting that the biggest community celebration of the year is named for those elements.
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Golf tournament raises $10,000 for Moses Lake wrestling
MOSES LAKE — Wrestling championships are forged in the room, hammered out and shaped into something great. Good teams have a way of developing great programs and the way to staying on top every year is hard work in the offseason.
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New dean of Student Services, registrar at Big Bend
MOSES LAKE — Dawna Haynes was appointed dean of Student Services and Ruth Coffin as registrar at Big Bend Community College.
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Lasting Legacy Wildlife Museum gives Columbia Basin a look at the world
RITZVILLE — The sign in the lobby reads “The best journeys lead you home,” but Dr. Don Sebesta plans to take you around the word first.
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Corey & Lange brings the good stuff
MOSES LAKE — Corey & Lange Flying Diamond Rodeo Stock took 10 head to the National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas last year to challenge the best cowboys in the world.
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La familia, attention to detail are what Alvarez Auto Detail is all about
MOSES LAKE — La familia and attention to detail is what Alvarez Auto Detail is all about.
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Grant County ranked fourth statewide in investment study
MOSES LAKE — Grant County is a great place to live and raise a family. It’s also rapidly becoming one of the top places in the state of Washington to invest, according to a study produced by a financial technology company SmartAsset.
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New ways of thinking about math at math camp
MOSES LAKE — Hmmm.
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Adams County unemployment rate drops
RITZVILLE — Unemployment in Adams County dropped in May, both when compared with May 2016 and April 2016.
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'Business as usual' at Yahoo! after Verizon acquisition
QUINCY — For the time being, it’s business as usual at the Yahoo! data center in Quincy in the wake of Verizon’s acquisition of Yahoo.
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Man arrested after fleeing police, crashing vehicle
MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake man was arrested after he allegedly fled police in a vehicle, crashed into a chain link fence and row of trees, and ran from the crashed vehicle.
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Moses Lake fire 100 percent contained
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Night Out connects kids, police for street party
MOSES LAKE — On a night where all of Washington exercised its right to vote and prevailing winds created from nearby wildfires left a haze in the air that accented a spectacular sunset over central Washington, Moses Lake celebrated a National Night Out in Sinkiuse Square.
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Blaze near Wilson Creek prompts state mobilization
ODESSA — A fire about 13 miles east of Wilson Creek grew to more than 23,000 acres Saturday, moving so quickly it prompted state fire mobilization Saturday afternoon.
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Former liquor store morphs into sushi restaurant
MOSES LAKE — Owner Jackie Chi is wearing several hats these days. Last week he walked through the construction where he hopes to open the second Sumo Express Hibachi & Sushi restaurant in Moses Lake.
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J Keele Photography earns professional designation
MOSES LAKE — It takes an eye and a knowledge of technology to make professional photography happen and J Keele of J Keele Photography joins a prestigious group as a Certified Professional Photographer
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Catch a Special Thrill Aug. 6 at Potholes
MOSES LAKE — The Bureau of Reclamation is giving kids a chance to Catch the Special Thrill from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 6 at Potholes Reservoir.
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Grant PUD expenses to increase in 2017
EPHRATA — The Grant County PUD will spend an estimated $313.4 million in 2017, according to preliminary budget estimates. Utility district employees reviewed the preliminary numbers with commissioners at the regular meeting Tuesday.
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PCC Rail System stays busy during harvest
MOSES LAKE — The central Washington branch line of the PCC Rail System in an invaluable link between grain growers and the market, including one of the biggest customers on the line, Central Washington Grain Growers.
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Moses Lake Roundup's Purple Night
Editor's note: The below version shows the corrected date of the event, which is Aug. 20
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Red Rocks, the Gorge, both are magical venues
Sitting there watching the sunset at The Gorge recently with the Dead & Company in the foreground and the Columbia River in all its glory in the background, got me to thinking.
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Finding the right fit: Responses to new high school options mixed
MOSES LAKE — So. Expand the existing Moses Lake High School? Build a second high school? Build a campus designated for eighth graders and freshmen? Add grade schools? None of the above?
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Newhouse gets (and gives) hugs at the Boys and Girls Club
MOSES LAKE — It isn’t often that a real congressman visit the Boys and Girls Club.
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Don's Restaurant, Notaras Lodge sold in Soap Lake
SOAP LAKE — She sat in the flitting light of the Soap Lake Businessmen’s Club with almost 50 years of memories stacked all around. That same smile that’s greeted locals and tourists alike is almost as iconic as Don’s Restaurant itself.
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Candidate Bryant visits Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE — Republican gubernatorial candidate Bill Bryant stayed the course with his message of bringing good family-wage jobs to Washington and education reform during a stop in Moses Lake on Tuesday.
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Department of Labor grant helping Washington manufacturers
The U.S. Department of Labor is paying for the training to boost the skills of those who work at small and mid-sized manufacturers in 31 rural Washington counties as part of a larger grant dubbed "Make it in Washington."
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Light bulb giveaway Thursday to encourage unity
MOSES LAKE — Personnel from the Grant County Sheriff’s Office and other partnering agencies will be giving away blue light bulbs Thursday to encourage Grant County residents, law enforcement and EMS to express unity with each other.
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Carolyn PenceWorking to provide a new hope in the Columbia Basin
MOSES LAKE — Through the doors at New Hope Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services are stories. Stories of pain, grief and sorrow. But also through the doors at New Hope are stories of resilience, recovery and, as the name of the agency suggests, hope. Carolyn Pence says the success …
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David Thomas: Working with youth to change the world
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake Alliance Church pastor David Thomas grew up much differently from you or I. Having been born in France and spending most of his childhood in Zaire, known today as the Congo, he gained a unique perspective into the struggles and hardships of a Third World …
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Hot, hot weather forecast all week
MOSES LAKE — Check the air conditioner and lay in a supply of ice – it’s going to get hot this week. Hot, hot. Good and hot. All the way up to blast-furnace hot.
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National Night Out returning to Moses Lake, Quincy
MOSES LAKE AND QUINCY — National Night Out will be returning to Moses Lake and Quincy in early August.
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Newhouse tours Othello hospital
OTHELLO — Rep. Dan Newhouse got a look at Othello Community Hospital and talked with hospital officials about some of the challenges the hospital faces in a tour Friday morning.
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Youth Outdoor Unlimited making dreams come true for children with disabilities
MOSES LAKE — It was a different town, different place with the hustle and bustle of golf carts racing by, but it was the same world of darkness Maegan Weiler has learned to live in for the past seven years.
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Dead & Company
GEORGE — If you had walked into the Grateful Dead house in 1967 after the boys played the Monterey Pop Fest and asked if they thought they’d still be playing at the age of 70, they’d of probably said, “Roll me up one of whatever you’re smokin’.”
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Bail set at $1 million in crash that killed 8-year-old girl
EPHRATA — A Ephrata man’s bail was set at $1 million for his alleged involvement in a collision that took the life of an 8-year-old girl Wednesday.
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Suit alleges negligence at Confluence Health's Moses Lake clinic
EPHRATA — A civil suit filed in Grant County Superior Court is alleging medical negligence at Confluence Health’s Moses Lake clinic. The suit, filed by Ephrata resident Kirk Ackley and his wife, stems from Kirk Ackley visiting Confluence Health in Moses Lake on Oct. 8, 2010.
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Bullfighter Rowdy Barry is a bull rider's best friend
MOSES LAKE — Even after 30 years of playing in traffic, Rowdy Barry is still a bull rider’s best friend.
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Man arrested for vehicular homicide in girl's death
EPHRATA — An 8-year-old girl died and five other people were injured in a two-vehicle collision in Ephrata Wednesday night. A Ephrata man was arrested for vehicular homicide in connection with the collision.
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James 'Jim' Liebrecht details candidacy for Grant County commissioner
MOSES LAKE — James Liebrecht is keeping his campaign promises short, simple and to the point. If elected as Grant County commissioner, the former Moses Lake City councilmember promises to work hard, be honest and respect others at all times.
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Half Sun Travel Plaza, WinCo Foods construction moving right along
MOSES LAKE — A couple of major commercial construction projects in Moses Lake are proceeding through the dirt-pushing stages and making early progress.
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Moses Lake among 123 Hastings stores closing
MOSES LAKE — After filing Chapter 11 Bankruptcy in June, Hastings Entertainment announced it will close all of its stores by Oct. 31. The Moses Lake store will be among the 123-store closures nationwide.
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TCC, A Wireless to donate school supplies
MOSES LAKE — It’s not too early to be thinking about back-to-school stuff. At least that’s the line of thought by more than 1,300 participating TCC and A Wireless stores across the U.S.
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Pokémon fever raging in Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE — They’re out there – invisible to the naked eye, but they’re there. In the parks, around city hall, around the post office, at the end of the block. The creatures are everywhere.
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Ram Rod reporting for rodeo duty
I spent a half a dozen years covering the Daddy of ’em All, otherwise known as Cheyenne Frontier Days. By the final day of the last two weeks in July, it was more like Frontier Daze.
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Lindsay Ell brings guitar, songwriting skills to the Gorge
MOSES LAKE — The road is where it all starts. It’s the forge and the hammer that shapes careers. It’s where flaws are exposed and dues are paid.
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Registration still open for YOU golf tournament
MOSES LAKE — Registration is still open for the third annual Youth Outdoors Unlimited benefit golf tournament, scheduled for 1 p.m. Saturday at Moses Lake Golf Club, 1373 Road F.
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First Pokémon Go-related collision reported in Washington state
FALL CITY — After a man admitted that he was playing the popular Pokémon Go mobile application when he collided into the back of another vehicle, the Washington State Patrol is urging drivers and people on foot to use caution when playing the game.
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Sage-n-Sun Family Festival Event showcases Columbia Basin tradition
EPHRATA — In the 106 years of putting on the Ephrata Sage-n-Sun Family Festival, organizers have learned a little something about how to throw a street party.
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Adams County unemployment rate drops
RITZVILLE — Unemployment in Adams County dropped in May, both when compared with May 2016 and April 2016.
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Volunteers sought for 2nd Harvest food package distribution
MOSES LAKE — Volunteers are being sought to help repackage and distribute food to needy families in the Moses Lake area July 28. The 2nd Harvest mobile food bank will be distributing donated food from noon to 2 p.m. at the Head Start building, 1402 East Craig St.
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Civil suit alleges medical negligence at Confluence Health's Moses Lake clinic
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Moses Lake's Natalie Luttmer takes title
MOSES LAKE — Natalie Luttmer said one of her goals in competing in the Mrs. Washington pageant was to challenge stereotypes – about pageants of course, but also about her town, Moses Lake.
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Man charged for spitting on police, kicking inside of patrol car
EPHRATA — A Moses Lake man was pepper sprayed three times after he allegedly spat on two Moses Lake Police Department officers and attempted to kick out a window in a patrol car.
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Basin Summer Sounds has a little something for everyone
EPHRATA — A guy could do a lot worse than being compared to Dave Matthews, but longtime Seattle singer/songwriter Nick Drummond likens his world-beat, uplifting groove to one of his main influences, Paul Simon.
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Moses Lake administrators receive raise
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake School district administrators will receive a small raise for the 2016-17 school year. Moses Lake School Board members approved raises for the district’s administration team at the regular board meeting Thursday.
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Former prosecutor Angus Lee reprimanded by state bar
MOSES LAKE — A Washington State Bar Association disciplinary board voted to reprimand former Grant County Prosecutor Angus Lee for an ethics violation committed while he was in office.
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Supporting their brothers in blue
MOSES LAKE — Three Moses Lake Police Department officers were sent to Dallas on Wednesday to pay respects to their five fellow lawmen who were slain on July 7.
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Man shot in foot Thursday night in Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE — A 29-year-old Moses Lake man was shot in the foot late Thursday night in Moses Lake.
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CB Tech students place at FBLA national conference
MOSES LAKE — Students from Columbia Basin Technical Skills Center (CB Tech) finished ninth in national competition at the annual FBLA National Leadership Conference.
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2 arrested after drugs, gun found in ML home
MOSES LAKE — A man and woman were arrested in Moses Lake Thursday afternoon after a search warrant at their residence turned up methamphetamine, heroin, marijuana, a loaded gun and ammunition.
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Tin Roof Blacksmith shaping future from the magic of blacksmithing
MOSES LAKE — Maybe it’s his Scots-Irish heritage, but local blacksmith Kyle Leslie tends to lean towards things with historic value.
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Moses Lake man sentenced for punching, choking girlfriend
EPHRATA — A Moses Lake man was sentenced for punching and choking his girlfriend after she informed him she wanted to break up with him.
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Elks Club gives local kids a chance to learn the game of golf
MOSES LAKE — Garden Heights second-grader Steve Moses stood over the ball on his approach shot into the 17th green Thursday morning at the Links at Moses Pointe Golf Course.
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Some Ephrata streets to close during music festival
EPHRATA — Some Ephrata streets will be closed Friday and Saturday to accommodate concerts and activities at the 13th annual Basin Summer Sounds music festival.
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Travis Franklin gets 10 years for slitting man's throat
EPHRATA — A Yakima man will be spending over 10 years in prison for slitting a Moses Lake man’s throat in May.
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2 arrested for vehicle prowling Thursday
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake Police Department Chief Kevin Fuhr says a call from a citizen helped police apprehend two men who are connected to a string of vehicle prowls.
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Carbon initiative could cost Grant PUD
EPHRATA — A ballot initiative that would place a tax on carbon emission would cost the Grant County PUD at least $4.6 million per year at current prices for carbon offsets. And that amount would increase as carbon offset prices increase.
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Laura Christian new Wilson Creek superintendent
WILSON CREEK — Laura Christian is the new superintendent for the Wilson Creek School District.
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Coffee vs. energy drink: a jolt is a jolt
Once upon a time, the only soft drink you could find without caffeine in it was Orange Crush. Then along came the caffeine-free drinks. But now days they have a little cocktail of caffeine with an added boost of ginseng. They call ’em energy drinks.
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ML council nixes proposed changes to Shoreline Master Program
MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake city council decision not to accept the Department of Ecology’s proposed changes to the city’s Shoreline Master Program (SMP) could have a financial impact on the city’s general fund.
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Taking the helm: New MLPD chief talks department goals
MOSES LAKE — Kevin Fuhr is a lawman. Having spent 25 years in law enforcement in various levels of authority Fuhr knows what makes a good police department. That knowledge of what makes a good department played a big part in his decision to take the helm as Moses Lake’s …
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Country, jazz, rock at Basin Summer Sounds
EPHRATA — Country singer Barrett Baber, a finalist on the NBC series “The Voice,” and the country band The Railers will be the featured acts at the Basin Summer Sounds concert Friday and Saturday in Ephrata.
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Sheriff voices support for Dallas PD after shooting
MOSES LAKE — After a mass shooting left five police officers dead and nine more injured in Dallas, Texas last week, local law enforcement agencies are voicing support for officers nationwide.
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PUD discusses idea of 'employer-sponsored' health clinic
EPHRATA — Grant County PUD commissioners may consider operating an “employer-sponsored clinic” as a way to help cut medical insurance costs. Commissioners were given a presentation on the concept at the regular meeting Tuesday.
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AstaReal Inc. plans to expand operation
MOSES LAKE — As the AstaReal Group prepares to celebrate the two-year anniversary of its $34 million, 59,000 square-foot Moses Lake factory, the company intends to invest an additional $30 million and create 50 new jobs within the next two years.
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Hastings files for bankruptcy
MOSES LAKE — Entertainment retail company Hastings has filed for bankruptcy.
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Supreme Court candidate talks candidacy, McCleary
MOSES LAKE — This year’s Washington Supreme Court races could come down to the court’s funding of education decision in the McCleary ruling. Retired Gonzaga law professor David DeWolf isn’t holding back when it comes to stating his belief that the court’s decision in McCleary was an inappropriate use of …
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Liberty Quartet coming to Moses Lake, Ritzville Sunday
MOSES LAKE — If you are a fan of traditional southern gospel music then don’t make plans for this upcoming Sunday, as Liberty Quartet will be bringing the southern gospel classics of old to Moses Lake and Ritzville.
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Old-time music workshop returns to Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE — After a career as a musician with the Spokane and Edmonds symphonies, Nancy Rothwell, Seattle, said she was ready for something different. Classical music is “perfectly structured,” she said, and required close attention to a strict script. “I wanted to just have fun,” she said. Having some …
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Judge won't let hit-and-run suspect drive for work
EPHRATA — An Ephrata man who is accused of leaving the scene of an accident after a man fell out a truck he was driving will not be allowed to drive for work.
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Soap Lake councilmember sues city over free speech
SOAP LAKE — Soap Lake City councilmember Robert Brown is claiming a city policy violates his First Amendment right to free speech and wants an answer from Grant County Superior Court on the matter.
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Runaway June brings its country harmonies to the Gorge
MOSES LAKE — There’s a new sound rumbling on the horizon that they hope will take the country by storm. Their three-part harmony is rapidly becoming a new voice in country music.
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County unemployment declines in May
YAKIMA — Grant County’s unemployment dropped between April and May, and between May 2015 and May 2016, according to information from the Washington Employment Security Department.
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Rubber ducky, you're the oneBoys & Girls Club duck race was a smash hit
MOSES LAKE — The sun sparkled off the water with little spitfires of shine that was almost as bright as the excitement in the eyes of the kids running around Cascade Park Saturday morning.
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Speedy's Detailing puts the shine back on all vehicles
MOSES LAKE — Greg and Theresa Nevarez have been a part of the Moses Lake community for decades. They weren’t born here, but they are definitely from here.
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Roundup-Fair combo tickets make events more affordable
MOSES LAKE — There are rodeo people. There are fair people and the demolition derby fans are a different breed of cat all together. But this year the Moses Lake Roundup and Grant County Fair will give everyone a little more bang for their buck with the introduction of the …
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Moses Lake man dies in Othello accident
OTHELLO — A Moses Lake man was killed in a two-vehicle accident in Othello on Wednesday after the driver of the vehicle he was in failed to yield to a semi-truck.
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Appeals court upholds man's marijuana-related convictions
SPOKANE — The Washington State Court of Appeals, Division III, upheld the convictions of a Moses Lake man who was found guilty by a Grant County jury of the unlawful manufacture and possession of marijuana.
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Man cited for DUI after accident causes fire
SOAP LAKE — A Tacoma man was allegedly intoxicated when he crashed his vehicle north of Soap Lake Wednesday. The accident caused a 15-acre brush fire alongside state Route 17 and prompted the closure of the highway for several hours.
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Moses Lake Health Challenge considered a complete success
MOSES LAKE — Final test results won’t be available for a couple of weeks, but Astavita Inc. general manager Dan Henry said he considered the Moses Lake Health Challenge a complete success.
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Military personnel put on impressive display of intelligence
A friend of mine used to be a carpenter on the set of the television show “JAG” and I remember him telling me how some of the scenes were put together.
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Grant PUD auditors to review safety reports
EPHRATA — The Grant County PUD’s auditors will be among the employees reviewing safety audits and reports.
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Rollover accident north of Soap Lake causes brush fire
SOAP LAKE — A rollover accident north of Soap Lake sparked a brush fire Wednesday afternoon and caused the closure of state Route 17.
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Three cheers for cherries; good weather produces profitable crop
QUINCY — Growing cherries – growing any crop, really – isn’t for control freaks. Some of the most critical factors to producing a profitable crop are outside the grower’s control. Cherry harvest weather in 2015 and 2016 is an illustration.
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Homeless task force looking for building
MOSES LAKE — The Grant County Homeless Task Force members are spending the summer looking for a place to set up when winter returns.
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New exhibit opens Friday at museum
MOSES LAKE — The opening reception for a new exhibit featuring four artists – and friends – from Wenatchee is scheduled for 5 p.m. Friday at the Moses Lake Museum & Art Center, 401 South Balsam St.
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Fire at REC Silicon plant will impact third quarter production
Polysilicon producer REC Silicon ASA said that granular polysilicon production, produced by its FBR (Fluidised Bed Reactor) technology, will be impacted by Friday’s fire at the Silane 4 gas production facility in Moses Lake.
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Man sentenced for pulling knife
EPHRATA — A Moses Lake man was sentenced for threatening a man with a knife during a physical confrontation after the man accused him of raping a woman.
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Ephrata man, teenage girlfriend charged for stabbing incident
EPHRATA — A Ephrata man allegedly ordered his 17-year-old girlfriend to stab a man in the leg with a kitchen knife.
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Port of Moses Lake celebrates 50 years, looks forward to next 50
MOSES LAKE — The heat of the day had given way to a welcome relief of cloud cover for the Columbia Basin locals still meandering through an amazing assortment of aircraft gathered out on the runway at the Grant County International Airport Friday as part of the 50th anniversary of …
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Man sentenced for selling stolen guns to detective
EPHRATA — A Moses Lake man will be spending over five years in prison for selling two stolen guns to an undercover detective with the Grant County Sheriff’s Office.
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Oil fire put out at REC Silicon
MOSES LAKE — Fire crews were able to extinguish an oil fire at REC Silicon early Friday morning. There was no adverse risks to the public and no harmful chemicals were released.
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Man arrested for felony hit-and-run
EPHRATA — A man was arrested early Friday morning after a person who was riding in the bed of the truck he was driving fell out and was seriously injured. The suspect reportedly left the scene and was later arrested for felony hit-and-run.
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Shots fired in car chase near Soap Lake
SOAP LAKE — Shots were reportedly fired in a car chase involving two cars near Soap Lake on Friday.
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New permits strengthen protection of Spokane River
SPOKANE – Three draft water quality permits are ready for public review. The Washington Department of Ecology reviews and reissues the permits on a five-year cycle to ensure facilities are continuing to protect water quality.
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J & C Hair Salon making folks feel right at home
MOSES LAKE — J & C Hair Salon owner Debbie Vela has found a way to intertwine her personal life into a professional setting at her shop at 401 Canterbury Lane.
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Spokane woman sentenced for role in attempted murder
EPHRATA — A Spokane woman will be serving eight years in prison for her role in the attempted murder of a Moses Lake man in mid-may.
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Moses Lake police to apply for body camera grant
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Police Department announced they will be applying for a grant to set up a body camera program.
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Rex Calloway elected Potato Commission chair
MOSES LAKE — Rex Calloway, Quincy, was elected as the new chair of the Washington State Potato Commission’s executive committee. He was elected during the commission’s annual meeting last week.
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Knit (and crochet) group has serious purpose, a lot of fun
MOSES LAKE — The Pray, Knit, Sip, Chat group at the Immanuel Lutheran Church meets for serious, prayerful business. Its members meet three Mondays a month to knit prayer shawls for people in need, especially people undergoing medical treatment that causes them to get cold. Now some of them are …
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Just because they are NFL players doesn't mean they weren't born in 1994
Back in the day, that sounds so much better than my grandpa’s version, “In my day.” So back in the day, I remember chuckling at that classic Pepsi Super Bowl commercial where the kid gets sucked through a straw into the Pepsi bottle.
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Let freedom ring , Local communities prepare to celebrate Fourth of July
MOSES LAKE — Back when the United States was founded, John Adams told his wife Abigail the day should be celebrated with fireworks and “illuminations” and general good times. And in the Columbia Basin the country’s birthday will be celebrated with fireworks – and parades and music and running events …
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Fire ban issued for local wildlife refuges
BURBANK — The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) has imposed a complete ban on any and all activities at Mid-Columbia River National Wildlife Refuges that could start a fire.
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Recreation and water levels discussed at PUD meeting
EPHRATA — Recreation expectations and raising and lowering the water levels behind Wanapum and Priest Rapids dams was the subject of a discussion at the regular meeting of the Grant County PUD commissioners Tuesday.
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Vacation Bible School presents timeless truths in a fresh way
MOSES LAKE — It’s not your father’s Vacation Bible School.
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Man sentenced for pointing rifle at neighbor
EPHRATA — A Moses Lake man will not be serving time in jail for pointing a rifle at his neighbor as she drove by.
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Mattawa food distribution goes to 247 families
MATTAWA — Volunteers from Mattawa and throughout Grant County repackaged and distributed more than 9,000 pounds of food to needy families in the Mattawa area recently. It’s part of a series of monthly food distributions around the county, a partnership between Quincy-area data centers and 2nd Harvest, Spokane.
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Breaking ground: Sonico celebrates beginning of construction at new facility
MOSES LAKE — As Sonico President Bill Perdue was detailing the rich history of the company that has been doing aircraft maintenance and repairs in Moses Lake for 35 years, an airplane flew over the crowd that was gathered at the site of what will be Sonico’s new facility in …
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The heat is on
MOSES LAKE — The sun was shining, the water was splashing, the kids were playing the water – and just to make this summer picture perfect, it was hot. And it's going to stay hot. The second week of summer will feature summer-like temperatures, although it’s expected to cool down …
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Calls for service down, arrests up at Paradiso Festival
QUINCY — Overall arrests were up at the Paradiso Festival at the Gorge Ampitheatre over the weekend, but fewer people required medical treatment and the Grant County Sheriff’s Office received less calls for service during the popular electronic dance musical festival.
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Candidates forum slated for next month
MOSES LAKE — Voters can get a chance to meet candidates from five different local races in the upcoming August primary at a candidates forum next month.
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Port of Moses Lake at 50
MOSES LAKE — If the walls could talk, what would they say? Where would they start?
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Samaritan Healthcare opens new cardio rehab unit
MOSES LAKE — Patients who enroll in an exercise rehabilitation program after suffering cardiovascular troubles now have an option in Moses Lake. Samaritan Healthcare showed off its new cardio rehabilitation department at an open house recently.
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Seahawks rookies learning what it means to be a professional
MOSES LAKE — The introduction to the NFL is coming in stages for Seattle Seahawks first-round selection Germain Ifedi and third-round pick Rees Odhiambo, but they are ready to take on the challenges of being a professional on one of the most dominant franchises in the league.
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Seahawks spread a little 12th Man love at North Elementary
MOSES LAKE — Endeavor Middle School eighth-grader Annalisa Salgado raced across the playground with a smile that threatened to wrap around her head.
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Sheriff's office applies for body camera grant
EPHRATA — The Grant County Sheriff’s Office announced it is applying for a federal grant to purchase 12 body cameras.
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River Dogs win Wyoming American Legion tournament
GILLETTE, Wyo. — Griffey Halle, Justin DeHoog and Glenn Gosse accounted for eight of the River Dogs’ nine hits. Hunter Boyd went the distance on the mound, striking out 11, and Columbia Basin slammed the door on the hometown Gillette Roughriders to win the Hladky Memorial Tournament 7-1 on Sunday.
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Farmers Market seeking celebration sponsors
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Farmers Market’s Independence Weekend Celebration is just around the corner, but organizers are still looking for sponsors.
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Doug Sly ends 31-year Big Bend CC career
MOSES LAKE — Doug Sly said he liked his job as public information officer at Big Bend Community College, and the reason was the students.
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Sheriff's office to participate in Operation Dry Water
GRANT COUNTY — Grant County is a boater's paradise. With numerous bodies of water there is no shortage of opportunities to get out on the water and enjoy a day of boating. Boating can also be dangerous and boating under the influence only heightens that danger.
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Moss throws a perfect game, River Dogs win 2 in Wyoming
GILLETTE, Wyo. — Columbia Basin right-hander Logan Moss was spot-on with his command on the mound. Nic Lopez drove in three runs with a base-clearing double and the River Dogs rolled through the first day of the Hladky Memorial in Gillette, Wyo., with two victories.
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Ephrata residents injured in rollover near Soap Lake
SOAP LAKE — A Ephrata woman reportedly swerved to avoid hitting an animal on state Route 17 near Soap Lake Wednesday afternoon, which caused her vehicle to roll, erupt into flames and spark a large wildfire.
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Tickets for Rubber Duck Regatta available now
MOSES LAKE — The ducks will hit the water and race to the finish July 9 at the fifth annual Rubber Duck Regatta, beginning at 11 a.m. at Cascade Park. The ducks will be dumped overboard into Moses Lake about noon. The duck race is a fundraising benefit for the …
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Brian McGowan announces run for county commissioner
MOSES LAKE — Having served as a Port of Moses Lake commissioner, Brian McGowan, R-Moses Lake, believes he can bring his previous experience in economic development to the Board of County Commissioners if he is elected to the position.
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Ephrata residents who helped catch fugitive recognized
EPHRATA — A quick-thinking employee at an Ephrata business helped catch a criminal, and she and her boss received a “Chief’s Coin” from Ephrata Police Chief Mike Warren at the June 15 meeting of the Ephrata City Council.
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Life is what you make it, so make it a good one
I was covering a Special Olympics track meet a few years ago when I had one of those, “Aha” moments.
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Rollover causes large wildfire near Soap Lake
SOAP LAKE — A single vehicle rollover near Soap Lake caused a large wildfire Wednesday.
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Walleyes end drought with big win over Ellensburg
MOSES LAKE — Sometimes you just get sick of losing and the Moses Lake Walleyes decided it was time to do something about it.
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Senior picnic draws big crowd
MOSES LAKE — Seniors (being wise) know how to do things in style. When they have a picnic, it’s no blanket on the ground and cold fried chicken. No, the seniors took over a whole exhibit building at the Grant County Fairgrounds. An air-conditioned one, too.
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Third Pizza Hut proposed in Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE — The city of Moses Lake recently received an application to construct a third Pizza Hut in the city.
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Science, life lessons at Cub Scout Day Camp
MOSES LAKE — It turns out there are some rocks that look really cool when they’re sprayed with water. But the sun’s rays won’t make the water evaporate right away, even with a magnifying glass. Hey. look at that - science, right there, and it’s fun. Sometimes science tastes good, …
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Jury finds Soap Lake woman guilty of shooting husband in 2014
EPHRATA — A Grant County jury found a Soap Lake woman guilty of shooting her husband in the stomach in 2014.
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Moses Lake woman pleads not guilty to striking boy with car, leaving scene
EPHRATA — A Moses Lake woman pleaded not guilty to striking a 9-year-old boy with a car and leaving the scene. Numerous members from the Unchained Brotherhood Motorcycle Club were present at the suspect’s court appearance in Ephrata on Tuesday to show support for the victim.
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Moses Lake Fire Department dedicates new truck
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Fire Department signed a new hire into service Friday, dedicating the city’s brand-new fire truck. The dedication included traditions that date back to the beginning of the fire service in America.
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Soap Lake council takes no action after meeting to discuss state audit
SOAP LAKE — There was no action taken by Soap Lake city councilmembers after a two-hour executive session on Friday to discuss matters pertaining to a recent state audit that uncovered issues related to the Soap Lake Police Department.
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Former Adams County Undersheriff named new Moses Lake police chief
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake recently named current Rathdrum, Idaho Chief of Police Kevin Fuhr as the Moses Lake Police Department’s next chief.
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Man arrested for allegedly chasing women with vehicle
MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake man was allegedly intoxicated when he chased two women with his vehicle and crashed into a parked car in Moses Lake early Saturday morning.
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Fighting back
MOSES LAKE — So what prompted Thomas Hamby to wear a wig and colorful board shorts –
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Moses Lake Fire Department awarded $30,000 grant
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Fire Department was recently awarded a $30,000 grant from the Paul Lauzier Charitable Foundation, which will be used for repairs and improvements to their fire training facility.
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Ephrata Raceway features high-flying motocross action
EPHRATA — The paved oval that’s been a fixture in Pacific Northwest racing for decades sat dormant in the night air just a bit chilly after the passing storm on Saturday night. But the buzz from the infield more than made up for it.
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Frontier students place in national contest
MOSES LAKE — Yvette Amrocio drew a poster about kindness and helping others for a contest for the Builders Club, the middle school program sponsored by the Kiwanis. Addyson Barker wrote an essay, and Morgan Zeilenga wrote a speech. All three, students at Frontier Middle School, said they were surprised …
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Ephrata student honored with Congressional Award Gold Medal
WASHINGTON D.C. — Christian Pugh, 17, of Ephrata, was awarded Congress’ highest award for youth by Fourth Congressional District Rep. Dan Newhouse, R-Sunnyside, at an award ceremony in Washington, D.C. on Thursday.
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Deb Shay honored at retirement party
EPHRATA — Kari Alder said she always suspected Deb Shay had supernatural powers, back when Shay was a supervisor at the Grant County Jail. When deputies or municipal officers brought in a suspect, Shay could always find the paperwork among the stacks on her desk. She never had to look …
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Washington Potato Company fined for safety violations
TUMWATER — The Department of Labor & Industries fined Grant County potato processor Washington Potato Company of Warden $213,160 for repeat workplace safety violations
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Superintendent of Public Instruction candidate visits Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE — Washington Superintendent of Public Instruction candidate Chris Reykdal, D-Tumwater, believes that education should not be a partisan issue and, if elected, says he will work to make it not one.
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Soap Lake residents voice concern over audit findings
SOAP LAKE — Soap Lake residents came out in full force to Wednesday night’s city council meeting to voice concern over a recent state audit that took issue with the Soap Lake Police Department’s use of equipment that was provided to the department through a surplus military program.
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Quilt show opens today in Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE — More than 180 quilts, table runners, wall hangings and quilted works of art will be on display Friday and Saturday at the annual Basin Piecemakers Quilt Show at Moses Lake High School, 803 East Sharon Ave. The show runs from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday and …
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Police give boy hit by car new bike, helmet
MOSES LAKE — Every kid needs a good bicycle. Riding bikes is one of the staples of childhood and after 9-year-old Christian Brokke was struck by a car this week and injured the Moses Lake Police Department decided to do something special.
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Police arrest third man from fatal bar fight
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake police arrested the previously unidentified man who was involved in a bar fight shortly before the homicide of Robert Cook, 68, of Moses Lake. A witness reported seeing the suspect point a gun in the direction of the man who allegedly shot and killed Cook.
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'Advanced meters' coming to Grant County PUD
EPHRATA — The Grant County PUD will begin installing “advanced meters” sometime in late summer or early fall, starting in Moses Lake. The goal is to have all PUD customers hooked up to the new meters by mid-2018.
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ML student headed to National Youth Leadership Forum
MOSES LAKE — Is it the chance of a lifetime? Time will tell, but Moses Lake sophomore Savannah Strunk-Gonzales intends to make the best of her opportunity to build new relationships, make new contacts and think outside the box with some of the most promising high school students from around …
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Friday night start for Moses Lake Relay
MOSES LAKE — Teams will be walking all night around the Moses Lake High School track Friday to raise money for cancer research and to support cancer patients. The Moses Lake Relay for Life kicks off at 6 p.m. Friday, and teams will be on the track through 7 a.m. …
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Newspapers in Education contributing to the educational process in the Columbia Basin
There used to be a time when I’d go home after a hard day at work, turning an empty screen into stuff you’d want to read, flip on the tele and let Dan Rather tell me what’s happening in the world.
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Winco to break ground in Moses Lake on Monday
MOSES LAKE — After months of litigation and hoops to jump through, Winco will finally be breaking ground and starting construction on their Moses Lake grocery store on Monday.
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Nathan Pack announces candidacy for County Commissioner's seat
MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake small business owner recently announced his candidacy for Grant County Commissioner District No. 2.
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TCC introduces technology to bring wet cellphones back from the dead
MOSES LAKE — You live by the lake long enough, you’re bound give the cellphone a dunk or splash the tablet. Ever throw a pair of shorts into the washing machine only to remember in horror the Smartphone is still in the pocket?
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Fresh Nature Foods lines up business with Korean hospital
SPOKANE — Eastern Washington’s Fresh Nature Foods is about to make its first global footprint with several trade agreements in the South Korean market.
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Mattawa residents identified as victims in collision near Royal City
ROYAL CITY — A man and woman from Mattawa were identified as the two people who died in a collision near Royal City on Monday.
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'Aces are Feverish' premieres Friday at Masquers Theater
SOAP LAKE — The world premiere of a tangled tale of love, betrayal, murder and maple bars will hit the Masquers Theater stage this weekend. The curtain rises on “Aces are Feverish” at 7:30 p.m. Friday; the theater is located at 322 East Main Ave.
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Ready to read
MOSES LAKE — The North Central Regional Library’s summer reading program will bring puppet theater, knights and a lesson on hydropower from the Chelan County PUD to Columbia Basin libraries.
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Jake Eakin escapes from work release center
YAKIMA — Jake Eakin, who was convicted of taking part in the murder of an Ephrata boy over 10 years ago, reportedly escaped a work release center in Yakima over the weekend.
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Ortiz, Rodriguez enter not guilty pleas
EPHRATA — The two Moses Lake men who were arrested and charged for their alleged roles a shooting that left a bystander dead in Moses Lake entered not guilty pleas.
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Three-act application scores new lights for Masquers
SOAP LAKE — Things are a little brighter at the Masquers Theater now. No, literally – the whole place is brighter at the result of new lights the company won in a national contest.
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2 dead, 2 injured in crash near Royal City
ROYAL CITY — Two people died and two others were injured in a collision near Royal City Monday.
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'34 Ford Coupe still has its story to tell
WILSON CREEK — They lined Railroad Street from top to bottom, through the main drag all the way to the park. Each car had its own story of glory and transformation, taking the hundreds that came to see look back to a time when American muscle cars were the showcase …
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Quincy honors its graduating seniors with big send-off
QUINCY — The night couldn’t have started out in more spectacular fashion. On a night where Quincy gathered to send its 2016 high school graduates off in style, senior Helena Avalos delivered an American Idol-like performance of the National Anthem that could only be described as stunning.
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Big Bend's big day
MOSES LAKE — Sometimes things get compared to a perfect storm. Melinda Dourte called her graduation from Big Bend Community College “perfect sunshine.”
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Man sentenced for attempting to kill ailing uncle, alcohol theft
EPHRATA — A Moses Lake man was sentenced for attempting to suffocate his ailing uncle and assaulting a man and stealing his alcohol.
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Man sought in disappearance of Olympia woman arrested
RITZVILLE — An Olympia man who was wanted by police in the disappearance of an Olympia woman was arrested Thursday near Ritzville.
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Health and Wellness Expo set for Sept. 24
MOSES LAKE — The annual Central Washington Health and Wellness Expo is scheduled for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 24 in the ATEC building on the Big Bend Community College campus. Sponsors are Columbia Basin Herald, Confluence Health, Samaritan Healthcare, Moses Lake Community Health, Columbia Basin Hospital in Ephrata …
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New EDC director seeking ways to build on success stories
MOSES LAKE — Grant County Economic Development Council executive director Linda Martin has been sitting in the big seat a couple of months now.
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Environmental health tips for the summer months
MOSES LAKE — Summer is on the way. And in a lot of respects it is already here. You can almost pencil in temperatures to be in the mid 70s or 80s on a daily basis and those pesky mosquitoes are already starting to make their presence known with their …
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Manley Portable Milling can turn that fallen tree into your next barn or deck
MOSES LAKE — Erik McVay’s day job is a manager with CenturyLink, but his passion is milling and working with wood.
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ML school construction bond questions discussed
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake School District patrons are getting a look this week at three options for a construction bond, which will be offered in some form in February 2017.
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Washington Economic Development Association wraps up summer conference in Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE — Putting 52 like-minded people in the same place for two days of tours, panel discussions and brainstorming is bound to generate new ways of doing business. That’s what the Washington Economic Development Association was counting on with its summer conference in Moses Lake.
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Mattawa man charged for pointing homemade gun at sister
EPHRATA — A Mattawa man was charged for allegedly pointing a homemade weapon at his sister and threatening to shoot her.
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Local swimming pools open next week
MOSES LAKE — Whatever the calendar says, one of the signs summer is here is the swimming pool opening. By that measure summer is here next week in Ephrata, Moses Lake and Quincy.
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Moses Lake school patrons get first look at construction options
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake School District patrons got their first look at the three options for a possible construction bond at a community meeting Tuesday. The bond would be offered to voters in February 2017.
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Trinidad Greenhouse & Farms in Quincy ready to do business in South Korea
QUINCY — The Grant County trade mission to Gunpo, South Korea was successful on several levels, establishing international business contacts, fruitful business-to-business discussions, basic supply and demand.
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Big Bend CC commencement Friday
MOSES LAKE — Commencement exercises for the Big Bend Community College class of 2016 are scheduled for 7 p.m. Friday at Lions Field, behind Frontier Middle School, 517 West Third Ave.
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Moses Lake man charged with assault
EPHRATA — A Moses Lake man allegedly punched and choked his girlfriend after she informed him she wanted to break up with him.
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Learning to live in the heat is challenging
I remember a few years back when my little cousins visited from Phoenix and how they laughed at me for putting on 30 SPF sun block.
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Auditor's office takes issue with Soap Lake police's use of equipment
Report indicates $20,000 worth of equipment was used at SLPD chief's personal business
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Little Big Show Saturday in Wilson Creek
WILSON CREEK — The town of Wilson Creek will erupt with activity on Saturday, drawing the attention of thousands of classic car lovers from across Grant County and the area with its annual classic car and motorcycle show.
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SMBC advisor receives Star Performer award
MOSES LAKE — Allan Peterson is quiet in nature and big in action. His efforts as a certified business advisor with the Washington Small Business Development Network were recognized recently when he was named the network’s 2016 Star Performer for his work with small business owners in eastern Washington.
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MLHS fishermen qualify for national tournament
MOSES LAKE — Family and friends of Moses Lake High School junior Cole Tabert will hold a fundraising car wash from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the parking lot in front of Quiznos, 933 North Stratford Rd. The money raised will go toward Cole’s trip, with his fishing …
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Murder suspect's bail set at $1 million
EPHRATA — Two Moses Lake men were charged for their alleged roles in a shooting that took the life of a bystander in Moses Lake over the weekend.
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Bystander in weekend shooting identified
MOSES LAKE — A 68-year-old Moses Lake man was identified as the bystander who was fatally struck by gunfire after an alleged bar fight in Moses Lake over the weekend. Police arrested two men from Moses Lake in connection with the homicide.
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Quincy students show their computer skills
QUINCY — Juan Zetina, a senior at Quincy High School, called it a roadblock. But to be honest it was more like his project ran into a ditch.
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Realtors association helping Boys & Girls Club make a difference
MOSES LAKE — Making a difference is what life’s all about here in the Columbia Basin and the Boys & Girls Club of the Columbia Basin is doing its part to help children of all ages reach their full potential.
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Soap Lake Powwow is a cultural education as well as a celebration
SOAP LAKE — Smokiam Park came alive with dance and drum, smiles and laughter. It was a true blending of culture from past and present. Native Americans and non-natives came together to learn and experience a piece of history.
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Warden sends its graduates off in style
WARDEN — The nervous energy behind the scenes was a mixture of pacing, working the gum just a little faster than normal or even quiet contemplation as the audience out front hooted and hollered its way through a slide presentation of the 67 Warden High School graduates.
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Othello High School seniors ride off into the sunset
OTHELLO — Friday night at Huskie Stadium in Othello was a night of lasts. The last graduation for Othello School District Superintendent George Juarez, the last graduation for Othello High School Principal Carlos Gonzalez Jr. and the last time that Othello High School’s class of 2016 was gathered together before …
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Ephrata class of 2016 leaves high school behind
EPHRATA — Every school has its graduation traditions, and at Ephrata High School that includes a picture of every graduate as they walk up the aisle (two by two, sometimes as a trio) to take their seats. That has spawned another tradition – not everybody participates, but a lot do …
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Ephrata council talks field upgrade project
EPHRATA — Whether or not the city of Ephrata can participate in a project to update the Ephrata baseball field – and whether the city should – was a topic of discussion at the regular Ephrata City Council meeting Wednesday.
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Soap Lake Powwow is a return to sacred land
SOAP LAKE — The name Soap Lake stems from the Colville Confederated Tribes word Smokiam, which translates to healing waters, where the people gathered at the lake for healing and spiritual purposes.
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Possible record-breaking temperatures Sunday, Monday
MOSES LAKE — It’s going to get hot out there – but not a hot spell, really. More of a hot flash.
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Boy, 11, dies in collision near Royal City
ROYAL CITY — A 11-year-old boy from Quincy died in a two-vehicle collision near Royal City on Wednesday.
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Yonko granted temporary injunction to block release of investigation documents
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake High School Assistant Principal James Yonko was granted a temporary restraining order that prohibits Grant County and the Moses Lake School District from releasing documents pertaining to the investigation into his conduct. He was placed on paid administrative leave April 24 after a complaint was …
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Wahluke High School instructor charged with sexual misconduct, resigns
Editor’s note: This article contains sexually graphic content and parental discretion is advised.
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Grant County businesses lay groundwork for Korea trade
MOSES LAKE — Central Washington businesses took a major step forward to entering international markets, making great progress with an eight-day trade mission to Gunpo, South Korea.
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Auditors: accounting errors at 2 local school districts
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake and Othello school districts were asked to change some accounting practices after auditors from the Washington Auditor’s Office found what they considered accounting mistakes.
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Man sentenced for having sex with teen
EPHRATA — A Moses Lake man was sentenced after admitting to police that he had sex with a 12-year-old girl on multiple occasions.
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Burien man pleads guilty to Gorge hit-and-run incident
EPHRATA — A Burien man was sentenced for ramming a security vehicle at the Gorge Amphitheatre with a Hummer and fleeing the scene.
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Sprucing up for summerGrant County Fairgrounds projects expected to be done by fair time
MOSES LAKE — It’s one of those upgrades that’s not particularly a great topic of discussion, but you sure do appreciate it when it’s all in place.
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Moses Lake fisherman to compete at national bass tournament
Aaron Echternkamp of Moses Lake will cast his line into the waters with the best bass fishermen in the country June 9-11 at the 33rd annual FLW Bass Fishing League All-American on Barkley Lake in Cadiz, Ky.
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Moving on up, high school graduation
MOSES LAKE — Seniors from local high schools start the next chapter with graduation ceremonies beginning this weekend and continuing June 10 and 11.
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2 arrested after gang confrontation at Spring Festival parade
MOSES LAKE — An argument between rival gang members resulted in two men being arrested in Moses Lake over the weekend after a stolen gun was found in a vehicle they were in.
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Mattawa man arrested after allegedly threatening sister with homemade gun
MATTAWA — A Mattawa man who allegedly showed up his sister’s home and threatened her with a homemade gun was arrested Monday after being tracked down by K-9 Grizzly.
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Man wanted after allegedly assaulting girlfriend
MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake man allegedly assaulted his girlfriend over the weekend after she told him she wanted to break up with him.
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Man allegedly steals bandana from vehicle, brandishes gun
MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake man was arrested after allegedly stealing a bandana from a vehicle in Moses Lake on Memorial Day and brandishing a pistol toward the theft victim.
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Moses Lake man sentenced for vehicle theft
EPHRATA — A Moses Lake man was sentenced for stealing a pair of car keys from a tool bag at a construction site and later stealing the vehicle.
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Cost of Priest Rapids Dam refurbishment may increase
EPHRATA — The primary construction contract for upgrades and refurbishment to the generators and turbines at Priest Rapids Dam may exceed $100 million by the end of the 10-year project. That’s up from the current estimate for the contract of about $95 million.
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Kimbro, Massalay win two 4A state track championships
TACOMA — Moses Lake senior Heather Carbon thrives in the competitive atmosphere and even though the weather was a bit on the cool side and the wind was gusting right to left, she knew she had one more great day in her.
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Quincy finishes second in 2A state soccer tournament
SUMNER — The Memorial Day memory they’d hoped to post in the annals of Quincy soccer history didn’t come to pass on a day where the rain came down on Sunset Chev Stadium Saturday evening in Sumner.
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American Family Insurance agent Chris Arnberg recognized for customer service
American Family Insurance agent Chris Arnberg was recognized for providing an outstanding customer experience under the American Star Excellence in Customer Experience Certification Program.
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B-23 WWII bomber carries its own history
Out on the flight line, in the midst of three to four Cessnas, with a Boeing 747 doing touch-and-goes in the background, sits a grand old bird with all her grace and history.
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High school names Top 10 from class of 2016
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake High School officials have announced the top 10 students of the school’s class of 2016.
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City Council may block parking, unloading on some streets
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake city council members are considering an ordinance that would prohibit parking and unloading along certain city streets.
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George man charged with harassment
EPHRATA — A George man who was apprehended by a sheriff’s office K-9 over the weekend was charged with two counts of harassment.
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Ephrata man charged in alleged gun incident
EPHRATA — A Ephrata man allegedly pointed a gun at a man in Quincy over the weekend.
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Solar cars race down the track
MOSES LAKE — There are different kinds of energy, as the exhibits at the Solar Car Races and Energy Fair demonstrate. The energy fair focuses on renewable energy, so there were exhibits on solar energy, wind energy, hydro energy.
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Life's setbacks can create opportunities
Sometimes what’s really important in life gets convoluted during the course of athletic competition. Athletes or coaches are so compelled to win that it becomes winning at all cost.
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Clarity is key: Port responds to questions about Mitsubishi project
MOSES LAKE — It takes a village to create fruitful and sustainable economic development success in a community.
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Sweet sounds at choral dessert
MOSES LAKE — Sweet treats and sweeter sounds were on the menu at the annual Jazz Dessert Social Tuesday night. The Moses Lake High School jazz choir took to the stage in the annual fundraiser for the MHLS Choral Boosters.
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Appeals Court reaffirms Moses Lake couple starved son
SPOKANE — The Washington State Court of Appeals, Division III, has determined there is sufficient enough evidence to prove that a Moses Lake couple withheld food from their son, causing him to suffer severe medical ailments.
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Food bank receives nearly $20K from CHS
MOSES LAKE — Community Services of Moses Lake (Moses Lake Food Bank) got a huge boost to the funding of their many different endeavors on Tuesday as they were presented a $19,786 check courtesy of CHS Connell Grain and CHS Sun Basin.
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Half-Sun Travel Plaza breaks ground
MOSES LAKE — The pounding of the drum reverberated over the sound of nearby traffic from I-90 as singers sang the honor song. The Confederated Tribes of the Colville elder Barb Aripa blessed the site at the southwest corner of South Wanapum Drive and West Lakeshore Drive where the tribe …
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New PUD manager's salary set
EPHRATA — New Grant County PUD general manager Kevin Nordt will make $10,385 every two weeks, or $270,010 per year. That’s compared to a salary of $10,300 every two weeks, or $267,800 per year, for former general manager Tony Webb, who resigned from the general manager’s position effective May 31. …
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Convicted felons arrested after guns found in home
MOSES LAKE — Two convicted felons from Moses Lake were arrested on Friday after guns and ammunition were reportedly found inside a Moses Lake home they were held up in.
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MLCA seniors receive awards at annual breakfast
MOSES LAKE — School officials announced the scholarship list and awards for the Moses Lake Christian Academy class of 2016 at the annual Senior Awards Breakfast Friday.
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Filing period ends in Grant and Adams counties
With the filing period for August’s primary and November’s general elections ending Friday, local races in Grant and Adams Counties are all but set.
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Spring Festival to Shake the Lake
MOSES LAKE — Rock ‘n’ roll Hall of Famer Bill Haley launched a battle cry back in 1954, calling for Americans to “Rock Around the Clock.” Using that same fireball mindset, the 36th annual Spring Festival is going to Shake the Lake this Memorial Weekend.
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Ephrata man sentenced for gas station theft
EPHRATA — A Ephrata man was sentenced for stealing from an Ephrata gas station.
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BBCC air rescue facility designed to test firefighters
MOSES LAKE — By their very nature emergencies don’t follow the routine script.
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Grant, Adams employment trends show 2015 growth
YAKIMA — Both Grant and Adams counties added jobs in 2015, but neither matched the statewide rate of employment growth, according to information from the Washington Employment Security Department.
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'Setting the stage'Architects provide feedback on school facility proposals
MOSES LAKE — The picture surrounding each facility proposal commissioned by the Moses Lake School District Board of Directors earlier this year became substantially more clear Thursday evening.
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Ignacio Castillo's second-half goal sends Quincy to Sumner
Quincy coach Arturo Guerrero started seven seniors in Saturday’s 2A state soccer match with Toppenish, but it was his underclassmen that combined for the goal that propelled the Jacks into the Final Four with a 1-0 victory. Junior Kevin Rios sent a perfect ball across the goalie box to sophomore …
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Men's softball league returns to Othello
OTHELLO — The return of a men’s softball league in Othello means the baseball fields at Lions Park are going to be seeing some extra traffic this summer.
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Ephrata pool gets new paint job
EPHRATA — The Splash Zone, the Ephrata city pool, will open on time despite being in the process of getting a new paint job.
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Chuck Yarbro knows how to work a Cellarbration crowd
MOSES LAKE — Local auctioneer Chuck Yarbro Jr. has a way with words and he can rattle them off faster than Snoop Dogg on the Midnight Special.
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Choral jazz fundraiser Tuesday
MOSES LAKE — Smooth jazz with chocolate and cheesecake as a chaser is on the program at the annual Jazz Dessert Social sponsored by the Moses Lake High School Choral Boosters. The concert, which includes a silent and live auction, is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Tuesday at Moses Lake Presbyterian …
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Cascade Organic Flour makes Korean connections
ROYAL CITY — Cascade Organic Flour LLC. Owner/President Justin Brown is on record as saying, "We are seeing tremendous interest in our 'Farm to Table' organic wheat flour program, as consumers want to know where the flour in their bread and other baked goods comes from, and that it is …
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Registration open for rodeo queen camp
WATERVILLE — Registration is open for a Christian-based camp for girls who want to learn about rodeo and being a rodeo queen.
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Moses Lake man charged for allegedly choking wife
EPHRATA — A Moses Lake man was charged for allegedly choking his wife on Sunday.
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Wake-up call
MOSES LAKE — A young person was crossing the street and texting on her phone. An impaired driver swerved to miss the pedestrian, but was too late — he struck and killed her with his car. In the process of swerving, the drunk driver also struck an oncoming car, leading …
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Grand opening of Moses Lake park scheduled for Saturday
MOSES LAKE — The community is invited to the grand opening of Moses Lake’s newest park on Saturday.
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Business trip to South Korea left lasting impressions
Editor’s note: Ray Towry is the Recreation/P.R. director with the City of Ephrata. He is also the president of the Grant County Economic Development Council and traveled to Gunpo, South Korea with owners from five Grant County-based businesses for an eight-day trade mission. Here are the lasting impressions from his …
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Local youth group hosting luau to fundraise for Poland pilgrimage
MOSES LAKE — A group of 17 kids from Our Lady of Fatima (OLF) Catholic Church’s youth group in Moses Lake are fundraising for a trip this summer in which they will travel to Poland to participate in World Youth Day (WYD), a worldwide encounter with Pope Francis that occurs …
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Samaritan, Confluence officials answer affiliation questions
MOSES LAKE — About 15 community members attended an open forum Tuesday evening at Samaritan Hospital to learn more about and provide feedback on the organization’s proposed affiliation with Wenatchee-based Confluence Health.
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Superior Court candidates speak to packed room
MOSES LAKE — The two candidates who are vying for the coveted position of Grant County Superior Court Judge in the upcoming general election spoke before a packed crowd of nearly 50 people at the Moses Lake-Grant County Tea Party Coalition meeting Tuesday night.
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Aguilar Aguilar sentencing for murder delayed
EPHRATA — The sentencing for a Desert Aire man who was found guilty of murdering a woman was delayed.
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Mitsubishi engineers arrive in Moses Lake from Japan
MOSES LAKE — After years of putting things in place, Mitsubishi Aircraft Corp. is ready to move on its plans to flight test the new Mitsubishi Regional Jet in Moses Lake.
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Moses Lake School Board wins regional award
WENATCHEE — The Moses Lake School Board received one of three School Boards of the Year awards for the North Central Washington Education Service District at a banquet May 11 in Wenatchee. Shanna Golladay of Warden was recognized with the Friends of Children award, along with an Oroville couple.
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Quincy man arrested after stolen lawn mower found on property
QUINCY — A Quincy man was arrested on Monday after a stolen lawn mower was reportedly found on his property.
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Moses Lake Dog Park dedicated Saturday
MOSES LAKE — It might have been drizzling, but the dogs didn’t care. They ran and barked and otherwise enjoyed the new park designed for them. The new Moses Lake Dog Park was dedicated Saturday.
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MLHS assistant principal placed on leave for investigation of student complaint
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake High School (MLHS) Assistant Principal James Yonko was recently placed on paid administrative leave for an investigation into a complaint made by a student. District officials did not comment on the nature of the student’s complaint.
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Walker announces run for second term on PUD board
EPHRATA — Incumbent Dale Walker will run for a second term on the Grant County PUD commission.
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Yakima man sought for slitting ML man's throat
EPHRATA — Moses Lake police are searching for a Yakima man who reportedly slit a Moses Lake man's throat last week.
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Newhouse co-sponsors bill to prevent rulemaking misconduct
WASHINGTON D.C. — Rep. Dan Newhouse, R-Sunnyside, has co-sponsored a bill to provide better transparency to the federal government's rulemaking process.
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Public invited to Samaritan forum tonight for affiliation update
MOSES LAKE — Samaritan Healthcare is hosting an open community forum tonight to provide information and gather public feedback on the organization’s potential affiliation with Confluence Health.
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Moses Lake remembers the Kermit Kid
MOSES LAKE — Maybe it’s the stark imagery of black and white photography that draws you in, the curl of hair on his forehead or the light bouncing off a face of innocence.
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Bennett murder trial set for June 8
EPHRATA — Going against recommendations made by defense and the prosecutor handling the case, a Grant County Superior Court Judge has set trial for early June in the case of an Ephrata man who is accused of killing an elderly Ephrata woman in 2014.
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Postal carriers help 'Stamp Out Hunger'
MOSES LAKE — When the mail trucks arrived, the big truck started filling up fast. Not with mail — the truck belonged to the Moses Lake Food Bank, and the mail carriers collected food donations from along their routes as part of the annual Stamp Out Hunger food drive.
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Warden softball team advances to District 6 2B championship
EPHRATA — Down in Pullman when Washington State “Cougs It,” it usually means things went south in a hurry. But the Warden softball team has given that expression a whole new meaning this season.
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World War II veteran, 98, tells his story
MOSES LAKE — Cesar Mijares is a genuine American hero. Although he disputes that. “Never mind hero,” he said.
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Looking Glass Studio adds a personal touch
MOSES LAKE — Dena and Tara Logg are the kind of people that have that unique ability of turning ideas into something special.
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Judicial candidates clash on campaign ethics claims
MOSES LAKE — The judicial race for the Grant County Superior Court bench seat currently occupied by Judge David Estudillo is heating up, as candidates clashed this week on an issue involving claims of misleading statements and an opinion issued by the Judicial Ethics Advisory Committee.
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GCHD board hopes to prepare youth for legal marijuana
EPHRATA — The times they are a changin’.
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ML man charged for pulling knife during confrontation
EPHRATA — A Moses Lake man was charged after allegedly threatening a man with a knife during a physical confrontation after the man accused him of raping a woman.
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Othello switching to LED streetlights
OTHELLO — The Othello City Council was recently awarded a $105,300 grant from the Washington State Transportation Improvement Board (TIB) to convert the city’s streetlights to LED lights.
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Tribute to famous folk singer at Grand Coulee Dam
GRAND COULEE — Songs written by folk artist Woody Guthrie while he spent about a month touring Grand Coulee Dam and its surrounding area in 1941 will be the subject of a concert and symposium May 28 at the dam.
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Spring Festival run registration open
MOSES LAKE — Registration is open for two running events scheduled for Saturday and Monday of Spring Festival (and Memorial Day) weekend, May 28 and May 30. Spring Festival is the annual town celebration in Moses Lake.
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Chamber of Commerce Golf Scramble a major success
The Moses Lake Chamber of Commerce couldn’t have dialed up a better day for the annual Golf Scramble if they’d sent God a text message with a special request.
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Othello will ban retail pot within city
OTHELLO — The City Council voted Monday to draft an ordinance banning the production, processing and retail sale of marijuana in the City of Othello.
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One step closer: Samaritan approves structure of potential Confluence affiliation
MOSES LAKE — Samaritan Healthcare and Confluence Health took a substantive step forward in the process of forming an affiliated health care organization in Moses Lake Tuesday.
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Wahluke student wins congressional art competition
WASHINGTON D.C. — A Wahluke High School student recently won the 2016 Congressional Art Competition for high schoolers in the Fourth Congressional District, which covers Douglas, Okanogan, Grant, Yakima, Franklin, Benton and Adams counties.
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Little Big Show expected to draw thousands of car lovers to Wilson Creek
WILSON CREEK — The town of Wilson Creek will explode to 100 times its normal population come June with it hosts the fourth annual Little Big Show June 11.
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Man charged for role in alleged bar fight
EPHRATA — A Moses Lake man was charged for allegedly hitting another man in the head with a rock during an incident outside of a Moses Lake bar.
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Public can no longer listen to police broadcasts
MOSES LAKE — MACC Dispatch is now encrypting all law enforcement broadcast frequencies in Grant County.
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Assessor's office working to correct deficiencies
EPHRATA — Oversight deficiencies at the Grant County Assessor’s Office in 2013-14 may have led to delayed or inaccurate property assessments, according to the findings from an audit released Thursday by the Washington State Auditor’s Office.
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Port takes step forward on railroad project
MOSES LAKE — The Port of Moses Lake Commission approved a $2 million contract with HDR, Inc., for engineering support services for the Northern Columbia Basin Railroad (NCBR) project Monday.
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James goes to court
EPHRATA — A Moses Lake man who allegedly admitted to shooting and killing a Ephrata man because the man was breaking into his home last week was charged.
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Police searching for suspect in stolen property case
MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake man in on the run after reportedly fleeing an undercover sting operation in Moses Lake over the weekend.
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Missing man found
UPDATE: Missing Moses Lake man has been found.
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Wheelchair athlete says life is what you make it
MOSES LAKE — When the Putumayo label released “Mali to Memphis” some 17 years ago, Moses Lake High School foreign exchange student Abraham Massalay was a mere 2 years old.
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Volunteers turn out to clean Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE — For the 16th consecutive year, volunteers gathered in droves for Vision 2020’s annual citywide cleanup.
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Swing time
MOSES LAKE — Local businessman and swing dance aficionado Ty Ballinger says one reason swing dancing is great for everyone is “you don’t have to worry about your feet.”
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Domestic violence and sexual assault services available
MOSES LAKE — It’s the type of business you wish didn’t exist, not because they don’t do good work, but because of the reason for their services.
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Hearing set for August to discuss Loukaitis re-sentencing
EPHRATA — A judge set a hearing date for Aug. 12 to address issues surrounding the re-sentencing of Frontier Middle School shooter Barry Loukaitis.
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Moses Lake man sentenced for vehicle theft
EPHRATA — A Moses Lake man was sentenced after stealing a running car from a driveway in Moses Lake. The man was eventually arrested after the owner of the stolen car spotted the suspect in his vehicle later in the day and detained him until police arrival.
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Quincy eliminates Othello in CWAC district tournament
QUINCY — The Quincy Jacks scored more goals in the first half than the previous two meetings combined, eliminating Othello from the district tournament with a 7-2 decision Saturday afternoon. Francisco Alejandrez scored in the fifth minute and Kevin Rios followed with another goal three minutes later to send the …
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Two new but small parks under development in Ephrata
EPHRATA — Two new but small parks are being developed by Ephrata city officials.
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Ten Pin Brewery Co. exceeding expectations
MOSES LAKE — Ten Pin Brewery Co. CEO B.J. Garbe lives in the best of both worlds.
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USDA recognizes Ephrata man with Unsung Hero Award
EPHRATA — Kevin Guinn of Ephrata doesn’t know any other way than to tackle the project and roll up a get-er-done attitude. The U.S. Department of Agriculture recognized his efforts, presenting him with the UnSung Hero Award.
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Complex challenges in Moses Lake Fire Department training
MOSES LAKE — The task facing the Moses Lake Fire Department was complicated. The MLFD was summoned to an apartment complex where all the exits ended up in interior hallways. The fire could – and did – spread to the garbage container and the car in the apartment parking lot. …
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New Hope named Damsel in Defense Corporate Charity of the Month
MOSES LAKE — You can never have too many partners in the war on domestic violence, and the New Hope Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault and Crime Victim Services in Moses Lake picked up another ally.
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Quincy boys solid at CWAC meet in Othello
OTHELLO — Funny thing about Central Washington, the wind blows here. If you can’t compete in the wind you might as well just stay on the bus.
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Moses Lake shooting suspect claims self-defense
EPHRATA — Court records indicate a Moses Lake man allegedly shot and killed a Ephrata man because he was breaking into his home.
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K.J. Wright's visit to Moses Lake no coincidence
A lot of us grew up with ABC radio broadcaster Paul Harvey telling us the Rest of the Story. Harvey had a way of tying little known facts and bits of information into not only great storytelling, but brilliant journalism.
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Crescent Bar changes prompt conversation
WANAPUM DAM — The design of a new building for businesses on Crescent Bar Island brought an overflow crowd to the regular meeting of the Grant County commissioners April 26.
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Quincy Council OKs additional $75K for Heritage Barn
QUINCY — The Quincy City Council agreed Tuesday to donate an additional $75,000 to the Quincy Valley Historical Society and Museum’s (QVHSM) Heritage Barn project, in addition to the city’s original $100,000 contribution.
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Peninsula students learn rules of the road
MOSES LAKE — Peninsula Elementary students rassled their bikes through the bike rodeo and rode off to school – following the rules of the road, of course – on National Bike to School Day Wednesday.
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BBCC's Mohrbacher named president of Centralia College
CENTRALIA — Robert “Bob” Mohrbacher, Big Bend Community College’s (BBCC) vice president of instruction and student services, was recently named the next president of Centralia College.
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Heroin use may be on the rise in Grant County
MOSES LAKE — Substance abuse problems in Grant County are more likely to involve alcohol, methamphetamine and marijuana than heroin, but the county has not escaped the growing trend of opioid addiction, according to local health and social service agencies.
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New exhibit opens Friday at Moses Lake Museum
MOSES LAKE — The opening reception for a new exhibit featuring Seattle photographer M.R. McDonald and Yakima artist John Barany is scheduled for 5 to 8 p.m. Friday at the Moses Lake Museum & Art Center.
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Ephrata man killed in shooting in Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE — A woman contacted police late Monday night after finding a dead man inside her Moses Lake home.
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'Bird Friendly Day' Saturday at museum, library
MOSES LAKE — Birds, bird habitat and birdwatching will be among the subjects of “Bird Friendly Day,” sponsored by the Moses Lake Museum & Art Center as their Free Family Saturday program for May.
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Arrest made in fatal shooting late Monday night
MOSES LAKE — The Grant County’s Sheriff’s Office arrested a man in the Monday shooting death of an Ephrata man.
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Chief Moses subject of museum lecture
MOSES LAKE — Chief Moses, his beliefs and how they shaped his leadership will be the subject of a lecture at 3 p.m. Wednesday at the Moses Lake Museum & Art Center.
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Man charged after stolen cards found under soles of shoes
EPHRATA — A Moses Lake man was charged after stolen debit cards, credit cards, identification cards and checks were found underneath the soles of his shoes.
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Wildfire conditions expected to improve from last year
PULLMAN — Due to weather conditions, the fires this season are not expected to be as devastating as last year’s, according to a state official.
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BBCC partners with local agencies for substance abuse education
MOSES LAKE — Big Bend Community College (BBCC) will host its 10th annual Community Partnership Against Substance Abuse event May 19 in the college’s Masto Conference Center.
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Greeting Granco
MOSES LAKE — The excitement for the opening of Granco Federal Credit Union’s (GFCU) Moses Lake branch was not shared only by the store’s employees.
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Gubernatorial candidate visits Wanapum Dam
WANAPUM DAM — Bill Bryant said he thinks he can win the race for governor as a Republican in a predominantly Democratic state – if the voters, especially in eastern and central Washington, participate in the process.
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Pals Club shows off talents
MOSES LAKE — A few Moses Lake High School students walked up to the door of the MLHS theater and tried to get in, but they couldn’t. The theater was already packed.
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Former fire chief announces bid for county commissioner
MOSES LAKE — In the wake of Grant County Commissioner Carolann Swartz announcing she will not be seeking a third term, former Moses Lake Fire Department Chief Tom Taylor announced his candidacy for the position.
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Seahawks' K.J. Wright enjoys being role model
MOSES LAKE — Seattle Seahawks linebacker K.J. Wright poked his head around the corner of the former DollarUp building on Balsam Street and smiled as the fans lined up down the street responded.
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Samaritan, Confluence affiliation talks still ongoing
MOSES LAKE — Samaritan Healthcare and Confluence Health announced intentions to form an affiliated organization about one year ago. There is still a lot of work to be done, but the vision is getting closer to being realized.
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Othello sweeps Quincy 23-0, 17-0
OTHELLO — The Lady Huskie softball players did not disappoint the Othello fans expecting to see some fireworks when the visiting Quincy Jacks took the field against Othello at Huskie Field Saturday. The Huskies blasted the Jacks 23-0 and 17-0 to sweep the double header and remain tied with Selah …
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Moses Lake boys soccer takes down Davis 2-1
MOSES LAKE — The chant went up even before the team charged onto the field to celebrate Tanner Hasse’s game-winning shot in the shootout.
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Seahawks linebacker K.J. Wright meets Moses Lake 12th Man
MOSES LAKE — The 12th Man is as much a part of Seattle Seahawks lore as Steve Largent or Russell Wilson.
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Grant PUD claims Sunland homeowner agreement null and void
EPHRATA — The Grant County PUD is contending that violations by other landowners have nullified the covenant agreed to by homeowners in Sunland Estates near Quincy. The PUD says that means a lawsuit filed by the homeowners association against the PUD should be dismissed.
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Wiggle Butt Sitters provides service with a smile and a wag
MOSES LAKE — Sierra the boxer came bouncing up to the gate, working that little Boxer nub of a tail, clearly showing off the inspiration behind the name of Jeremy and Michaelle Boetgers’ business out on Crystal Springs Place.
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Council may standardize the look of commercial buildings
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake City councilmembers discussed commercial building design guidelines for about an hour Tuesday night during a study session.
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New Hope making a difference with domestic violence, sexual assault victims
MOSES LAKE — It’s the type of business you wish didn’t exist, not because they don’t do good work, but because of the reason for their services.
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Man sentenced for threatening repo agent with BB gun
EPHRATA — A Moses Lake man was sentenced for threatening a repossession agent with a BB gun.
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Lady Chiefs put on solid showing at home
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake junior Elly Johnson stepped into the circle with the same attention to detail that’s made her one of the top 4A discus throwers in the state this season.
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Moses Lake HS FFA plant sale Friday, Saturday
MOSES LAKE — McKenna Holman put her hands over her eyes and got out of the Moses Lake High School greenhouse. McKenna, an MLHS junior, just couldn’t be in the same greenhouse with the colorful array of petunias, geraniums and various flowers.
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Moses Lake man sentenced for robbery
EPHRATA — A Moses Lake man was sentenced for robbing a man at knife-point after the victim paid to have sex with a woman he was with.
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Moses Lake Leos recognized for service
MOSES LAKE — Youth doesn’t have to be a barrier to making a difference in the world.
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Police investigating weekend shooting in Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE — Police are investigating an early morning shooting that damaged two houses and a truck in Moses Lake over the weekend.
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Profiting from dairy pollutants
PULLMAN — A professor at Washington State University is researching the best ways for dairies to manage their cow manure.
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Local news is the heartbeat of the Columbia Basin Herald
I had an interesting conversation with a woman the other day. This particular conversation struck me as a bit odd because she thought the Herald used too much news from the wire services.
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WSU researchers aim to make farming more efficient
PULLMAN, Wash. — Washington State University researchers are seeking new ways to increase efficiency of water use in agriculture.
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Newspapers in Education Golf Tournament looking for sponsors
MOSES LAKE — Golfers will tell you it’s a lot easier to read the newspaper than it is to read a putt, but the Columbia Basin Herald is providing a format to do both at the Newspapers in Education Golf Tournament June 16 at the Moses Lake Golf Club.
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Citizen tips lead to arrest of theft suspect in Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE — Citizen tips led to the arrest of an alleged thief in Moses Lake on Tuesday.
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Back to your roots
MOSES LAKE — Discovering local history and getting it down will be the subject of two lectures, one Tuesday and one Wednesday, at local public libraries.
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Port receives nearly $1M WSDOT grant for rail project
MOSES LAKE — The Port of Moses Lake officially accepted a $990,000 grant offer from the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) Monday for engineering and right-of-way purchase for all three segments of its Northern Columbia Basin Railroad (NCBR) Project.
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Moses Lake man charged with kidnapping infant
EPHRATA — A Moses Lake man allegedly took an infant girl from a house where he was staying without permission from the girl’s parents.
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Judge denies motion to dismiss Bennett murder charge
EPHRATA — A Grant County Superior Court judge denied a motion to dismiss a murder charge against an Ephrata man.
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Never too late
EPHRATA — It’s prom. Pretty girls in pretty dresses, handsome guys in tuxedos and suits, corsages, pictures and a special dinner. The ladies at Garden Oasis Assisted Living in Ephrata got out their pretty dresses, the guys got out their suits and the kitchen staff fixed a special dinner Friday …
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Glowicki hits walk-off, Big Bend Sweeps Wenatchee Valley
MOSES LAKE - Sam Glowicki's Big Bend Community College teammates waited patiently for him to finish up with his interview before luring him a few steps away from the dugout, before hammering him with what was left in the water jug.
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Facility discussions continue at school district open forum
MOSES LAKE — Facility options and bond discussions again highlighted the topics of conversation at the Moses Lake School District’s (MLSD) fifth community forum of the school year Thursday at Peninsula Elementary.
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Distinguished Young Women show their stuff
MOSES LAKE — The fire department places a maximum on the number of people who can fit into the Moses Lake High School auditorium, a maximum that was nearly met Saturday night. Fortunately, there is no cap on the amount of beauty, talent and achievement that can be packed into …
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CB Tech celebrates JWG program launch
MOSES LAKE — A group of students and local dignitaries gathered at Columbia Basin Technical Skills Center (CB Tech) Friday to witness the initiation and induction ceremony for the center’s Jobs for Washington’s Graduates (JWG) program.
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Text-to-911 service now available in Grant County
MOSES LAKE — People in Grant County can now text their emergencies to the Multi Agency Communications Center (MACC) in Moses Lake.
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WSU researchers aim to make farming more efficient
PULLMAN, Wash. — Washington State University researchers are seeking new ways to increase efficiency of water use in agriculture.
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Transient charged with residential burglary, malicious mischief
EPHRATA — A homeless man allegedly told police he broke into a laundry room at a Moses Lake residence because people were chasing him.
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Grant County business owners make trade mission to Korea
MOSES LAKE — Owners from five Grant County-based businesses will have the opportunity to directly introduce eastern Washington products to markets abroad during an eight-day trade mission to South Korea next week.
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Jose Aguilar Aguilar found guilty of murder
EPHRATA — Following a three-week trial and about a day and a half of deliberations a Grant County jury has found a Desert Aire man guilty of murdering a woman he was in a relationship with in 2012.
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Construction projects in Moses Lake booming
MOSES LAKE — With the third largest lake in Washington state and numerous commercial and residential opportunities, Moses Lake is in high demand both as a place to live and play.
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Potato farmers support charities
MOSES LAKE — Food banks, cancer research and cooking classes are among the charitable activities supported by potato farmers in 2016.
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Ephrata track teams dominate CWAC meet
EPHRATA — Ephrata’s Hagan Nelson and Ethan Green went shoulder-to-shoulder down the back stretch, powering into a headwind on the final curve, clearly the class of the 800-meter field Thursday afternoon at the Central Washington Athletic Conference meet.
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Distinguished Young Women set for Saturday
MOSES LAKE — Seven girls will compete for the title of Moses Lake Distinguished Young Woman at 7 p.m. Saturday at the Moses Lake High School theater, 803 East Sharon Ave.
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Quincy approves street closures for Dru Gimlin tournament
QUINCY — The annual Dru Gimlin three-on-three basketball tournament will hit the streets of downtown Quincy for the 13th year on June 4.
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'Bandstand Boogie' rounds out Concert Association season Saturday
Season tickets on sale for 2016-17
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Political reporting: definitely maybe
If someone had asked me a year ago if I wanted to be a political reporter after college, I probably would have wrinkled my nose as if the word political smelled bad and said “not likely.” Now after completing an internship as a political reporter in Olympia, my answer has …
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Ephrata man charged with burglary, firearm theft
EPHRATA — A Ephrata man was charged after allegedly entering a Ephrata home through an unlocked door, stealing a pistol and sleeping in the victim’s bed.
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Early morning fire chars building in Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE — A fire damaged a building early Wednesday morning near Moses Lake. Crews were at the scene until around noon.
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Port adds 2 consultants for business development, marketing
MOSES LAKE — The Port of Moses Lake recently acquired the services of two independent contractors, one who is stationed in Japan, to help with business development and marketing efforts.
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Sen. Warnick 'disappointed' by governor's vetoes on budget
OLYMPIA — Gov. Jay Inslee vetoed more than 20 sections of the 2016 supplemental budget Monday.
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MLSD chooses Spokane firm for pre-bond services
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake School District has enlisted Spokane-based NAC Architecture for pre-bond planning and support services to help the district explore in depth its three bond package proposals.
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Local Vietnam War-era veterans recognized
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) thanked area veterans of the Vietnam War era for their service to the United States with a recent ceremony at Pillar Rock Grill.
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Masquers' 'Our Town' opens Friday
SOAP LAKE — The life of a small American town a long time ago – and the lessons it holds for everyone, regardless of when and where they live – is the subject of the latest production from the Masquers Theater. “Our Town” opens at 7:30 p.m. Friday at the …
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Man, woman allegedly steal puppy from animal shelter
MOSES LAKE — A man and woman allegedly stole a puppy from an animal shelter in Moses Lake.
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Moses Lake Industries wins Intel award
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake Industries is a proven heavy hitter in an industry that includes conglomerate giants like Dow Chemical and Eastman Kodak.
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Warden man sentenced for unlawful imprisonment, eluding
EPHRATA — A Warden man was sentenced for forcing a woman into a vehicle and leading police on a three county pursuit.
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Mechanical hedging trials yields positive results for fruit growers
PULLMAN — Researchers from Washington State University (WSU) have found that mechanical hedging can be beneficial to fruit growing in the state.
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Health District will explore needle exchange program
EPHRATA — Through the wonders of the world wide web, the world is at your fingertips. But for every light there is a darkness.
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Arson suspects arrested in North playground fire
MOSES LAKE — Three teenagers were arrested on Wednesday as suspects in an arson last week at North Elementary School.
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Snowball bloom pretty but challenging
EPHRATA — It’s a beautiful blossom season out there this year in Washington’s apple country. It’s also an illustration that farming is hard.
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Moses Lake boys tennis team handles Davis 7-0
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake boys swept all four singles matches in straight sets as well as all three doubles matches to put away Davis in Columbia Basin Big Nine tennis action Thursday afternoon, while the girls fell to 2-6 on the year with a 5-2 loss.
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County shoreline plan will force removal of mooring buoys
EPHRATA — The Grant County PUD will be removing mooring buoys from the Columbia River during the spring, in an effort to bring the PUD’s lands into compliance with the new Grant County shoreline master plan.
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Ephrata man allegedly uses brother's name during DUI stop
EPHRATA — A Ephrata man allegedly identified himself as his brother during a DUI stop because he had prior DUI convictions and didn’t want to return to jail.
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ML city council OKS 1.8 percent rate increases
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake City Council unanimously approved increasing water, sewer, stormwater and ambulance utility rates by 1.8 percent.
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Council votes to reconfigure lanes on Division Street
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake city councilmembers unanimously passed a resolution Tuesday night that will reconfigure the four lanes on Division Street to two lanes.
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Grant County Superior Court judge dismisses case against WinCo
EPHRATA — Grant County Superior judge John Knodell dismissed the case challenging plans to build a WinCo Foods store in Moses Lake, paving the way for the employee-owned grocery to move forward on construction, which will be located between Stratford Road and Central Drive, adjacent to Moses Lake Town Center.
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Program details Washington agriculture and impact
MOSES LAKE — A weekly television program that highlights Washington agriculture was nominated for three Northwest Emmy awards.
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Moses Lake man charged with assault, hit-and-run
EPHRATA — A Moses Lake man reportedly drove his vehicle into his neighbor’s car head-on after having delusions that his neighbor was trying to kill him.
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2 new, 5 upgraded, substations on PUD construction schedule
EPHRATA — Grant County PUD will be building two new substations and upgrading five more by the end of 2017. Construction will cost a maximum of $23.9 million.
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AstaReal Technologies merger opens door to new possibilities
MOSES LAKE — AstaReal Inc. is always looking for ways to enhance its operations as a growing global leader in high quality natural astaxanthin. The merger between AstaReal Technologies Inc. in Moses Lake and AstaReal Inc. is expected to do just that.
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Former Ephrata resident's legacy lives on in new law
SPOKANE — Jonathan Van Keulen experienced what many cancer patients have before him; he had a reaction to his cancer drugs and could not use them any more. His wife Becky couldn’t bring herself to throw out all the unused drugs, worth thousands of dollars, so the couple went to …
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Sen. Parlette retires after 20 years in legislature
WENATCHEE — On the 20th anniversary of running for office for the first time, Sen. Linda Evans Parlette, R-Wenatchee, announced she would not seek reelection to her 12th District seat.
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Fairfield Inn & Suites breaks ground in Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE — Visitors in Moses Lake will soon have a new hotel option for their overnight stays.
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Reward offered for arrest of wanted Othello man
OTHELLO — A reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest of a Othello man who allegedly raped a young girl and is now on the run after he was released from jail on bail.
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Appeals court upholds Moses Lake man's convictions
SPOKANE — The Washington State Court of Appeals, Division III, affirmed the convictions of a Moses Lake man who was found guilty by a jury of attempting to elude a police officer and vehicle prowling.
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Preview of summer is over
MOSES LAKE — The weather gods gave the Columbia Basin a warm sunny weekend, a real preview of summer, and this week will snatch it all away.
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MLPD Chief Dave Ruffin talks about his career, retirement
MOSES LAKE — Adorning a wall behind Moses Lake Police Department Chief Dave Ruffin’s desk in his office is a quote that reads, “Leadership is not about the leader. It is about the growth, influence and positive change that a leader can bring about while working with others.” Ruffin’s career …
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Arson fire at North Elementary School under investigation
MOSES LAKE — Three boys are being sought after security cameras at North Elementary School caught them setting a fire that burned playground equipment Thursday afternoon.
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T-ball sign-up deadline Wednesday
MOSES LAKE — Parents must register by Wednesday for the T-ball league sponsored by Moses Lake Parks and Recreation.
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O2 Yoga Studio owner finds peace of mind in a busy world
MOSES LAKE — Her livelihood is teaching the children, yet her passion is educating herself and others through the 26 postures of Hatha yoga.
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Big Bend Job and Career fair April 21
MOSES LAKE — Big Bend Community College’s 23rd annual Job and Career Fair will feature more than 50 exhibitors at the college’s Advanced Technologies Education Center (ATEC) on April 21.
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Soap Lake picks company to fix fire department mold problem
SOAP LAKE — Soap Lake city councilmembers agreed to enlist the services of a local company to fix the mold issue that was discovered in the city’s vacant fire department building. The council recently agreed to turn the building over to the police department for the purposes of storage and …
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Tried every restaurant in Moses Lake, and counting
MOSES LAKE — Ina Bush and Ella West said the routine got boring, and they decided to change it up. That led to a whole new culinary adventure.
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2 arrested, 1 suspect still at large after drug busts
MOSES LAKE — Two people were arrested and one is still at large after a large amount of illegal drug were seized during a series of search warrants in Moses Lake and Warden.
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Ephrata 2nd Harvest distribution serves more than 500 people
Volunteers distributed more than 9,000 pounds of food
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Damsel in Defense offers women self-defense alternatives
MOSES LAKE — Crime knows no boundaries. It can happen in the city, it can happen in the country. Any time, day or night.
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EPA finds asbestos in partially-demolished Soap Lake school
MOSES LAKE — The Grant County Health District (GCHD) reported Tuesday that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) found materials containing asbestos at a partially demolished, unoccupied school in Soap Lake.
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Mayor's prayer breakfast returning in early May
MOSES LAKE — The Grant County Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast will be returning to Moses Lake in early May.
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About 150 turn out for Boys and Girls Club marathons
MOSES LAKE — If you ventured around Moses Lake on Saturday you might have seen the more than 150 runners participating in the Boys and Girls Club of the Columbia Basin’s marathon and family fun run. To the casual observer the runners might have appeared to be doing just that, …
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Moses Lake man sentenced for role in Spokane shootout
SPOKANE — A Moses Lake man who was involved in a shootout in Spokane in 2012 was sentenced to more than 20 years in federal prison.
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PUD fined $35,000 for Priest Rapids explosion
EPHRATA — The Grant County PUD is being fined $35,000 by the Washington Department of Labor and Industries over an explosion in October 2015 that injured six PUD employees, some of them seriously.
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Quincy supports Heritage Barn project with $100,000 appropriation
QUINCY — Quincy city councilmembers agreed Tuesday to contribute a total of $115,000 to support the proposed construction of the Quincy Valley Historical Society and Museum (QVHSM) Heritage Barn.
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Digital marketing expert speaks to local business leaders
MOSES LAKE — Local dignitaries, business people and economic development leaders from Grant and Adams counties gathered Tuesday to learn more about digital marketing and online strategies for connecting with customers.
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MLSD's McKay going to North Central ESD
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake School District’s (MLSD) current executive director of teaching and learning, Linda McKay, was recently hired as the North Central Educational Service District’s (ESD) new assistant superintendent of teaching and learning. She will be leaving her post in the MLSD in July.
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Royal City man charged for illegal pot grow
EPHRATA — A Royal City man was charged in Grant County Superior Court after an illegal marijuana growing operation was found on his property outside of Royal City.
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Othello newborn fighting for life at Seattle Children's Hospital
OTHELLO — An Othello family’s newborn child is fighting for his life at Seattle Children’s Hospital, so friends and family are chipping in to help out.
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Planning starts with a few pins
MOSES LAKE — While farmers take advantage of all the latest technology – automated irrigation systems, satellite data to analyze fields, labor-saving machinery for harvest – some procedures are still pretty low-tech. The Grant County map on the wall at the WSU Grant-Adams County Extension office, the one full of …
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Mattawa man sentenced to 10 years in drive-by shooting
EPHRATA — A Mattawa man was sentenced to nearly 10 years in prison in connection with a drive-by shooting in Schawana in July.
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Former mayor expresses health concerns with Yahoo! expansion
QUINCY — Unlike the public hearing back in 2011 where close to 50 people turned out to discuss issues pertaining to the Yahoo! proposal to expand its operations at the data center in Quincy, about half that number showed up Thursday night to meet with representatives.
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Shirts being sold to benefit Moses Lake woman battling cancer
MOSES LAKE — If you have ventured down West Valley Road in Moses Lake recently you more than likely have noticed the sign. You know, that reader board with the black lettering reading “Support Mary’s Treatment” and “Fight Like A Girl” underneath the giant arrow directing passersby to pull into …
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Best Human Resource Solutions owner has best of both worlds
MOSES LAKE — Best Human Resource Solutions Inc. owner Dean Martinez is Moses Lake born and raised.
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BBCC to open new medical simulation lab
MOSES LAKE — Big Bend Community College (BBCC) is hosting a grand opening April 7 for its new medical simulation lab that will provide lifelike training for health care students and professionals.
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Performances over spring break at local libraries
MOSES LAKE — The Book-It Repertory Theater company will perform a play detailing the life of American artist Horace Pippin in local public libraries during spring vacation. It’s part of a program of spring break activities throughout the library system.
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U.S. Air Force brass quintet to hold free concert in Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE — A United States Air Force brass quintet will be coming to Moses Lake in April and performing a free concert.
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Man allegedly threatens to kill victim, police
MOSES LAKE — An intoxicated man allegedly assaulted and choked a man in Moses Lake late Tuesday night and threatened to kill the victim and Moses Lake Police Department officers after he is released from jail.
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ML students learn engineering concepts
MOSES LAKE — A group of Garden Heights students formed small boats out of foil Tuesday night and were captivated to see how many pennies they could pile on their creations before they sank to the bottom of a plastic bucket filled with water.
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Veterans meet with Rep. Newhouse
MOSES LAKE — A small gathering of veterans sat scattered throughout the Moses Lake Civic Auditorium waiting their turn to discuss important issues United States military personnel are facing with Fourth Congressional District Rep. Dan Newhouse, R-Sunnyside.
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Moses Lake Christian Academy dinner raises $40,000
MOSES LAKE — A banquet to raise money for the Moses Lake Christian Academy athletic program filled the 4-H building at the Grant County Fairgrounds and raised about $40,000.
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Health District cautions safety with baby poultry
MOSES LAKE — Spring is in full swing and the Grant County Health District (GCHD) is cautioning residents to reduce the risk of salmonella exposure by being careful around ducklings, chicks and other live poultry.
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Peninsula students stand with Team Michael
MOSES LAKE — A sea of red shirts flooded the playground at Peninsula Elementary Friday afternoon, as students and staff sent a message of support to a peer who is hospitalized in Seattle.
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Hundreds of children enjoy Easter egg hunt at McCosh Park
MOSES LAKE — As the 10-second countdown begins for the start of the Moses Lake Lions Club’s Easter egg hunt Zachery Preciado, 4, plots the best available course to ensure he finds the most eggs. When the countdown reaches five seconds Zachery readies himself like a sprinter about to take …
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Commission rejects petitions to repeal transgender bathroom rule
SEATTLE — The Human Rights Commission (HRC) voted to reject two petitions to repeal what is commonly referred to as the transgender bathroom rule.
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WSU awards first Sam Reed professorship in civic education
OLYMPIA — On Thursday former Secretary of State Sam Reed helped announce the recipient of the first Sam Reed Distinguished Professorship in Civic Education and Public Civility.
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Man allegedly steals credit cards during vehicle prowl
MOSES LAKE — A man was arrested on Wednesday after allegedly stealing credit cards out of a purse during a vehicle prowl and purchasing several items with the stolen credit cards.
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Frontier hosts EWU for college information presentations
MOSES LAKE — Representatives from Eastern Washington University (EWU) paid a visit to Frontier Middle School to talk to middle school students of migrant families across the Moses Lake School District Wednesday about being prepared for college.
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Soap Lake baseball sweeps Bridgeport
SOAP LAKE — Everybody did their part in Soap Lake’s 10-9 victory over Bridgeport in the opener of Wednesday’s doubleheader. Brayden Winters started a two-out rally in the bottom of the seventh when he was hit with a pitch to get on board.
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Council hears request to allow marijuana stores downtown
MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake property owner petitioned Moses Lake city councilmembers to consider changing a city ordinance and allowing marijuana retail shops into the downtown area. Several business owners spoke out this week against the proposal, saying they believe allowing marijuana stores would compromise the downtown area’s family-friendly …
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People, politics, news and being a capitol intern
OLYMPIA — Politics is something I find myself both deeply fascinated with while simultaneously a little repulsed by.
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Realistic artificial cadaver in use at Big Bend
MOSES LAKE — Big Bend Community College has acquired a teaching tool that is even better than a human cadaver.
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Early feedback on bond proposals heard at MLSD forum
MOSES LAKE — The process of developing a bond package to float to Moses Lake School District (MLSD) voters next February is ramping up, as a handful of citizens provided feedback to the School Board on its three proposals at the district’s open forum Thursday.
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Man arrested in confrontation with repo worker
MOSES LAKE — A man was arrested after allegedly pointing a BB gun at a woman who was attempting to repossess his vehicle.
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Board of Health discusses botulism cases
EPHRATA — Wednesday night’s meeting was the first opportunity for the Grant County Board of Health to sit down and discuss the two botulism-related deaths in Grant County last month.
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School Board recognizes Light of Larson
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake School District’s (MLSD) open community forum Thursday at Endeavor Middle School started a little differently than the previous three forums this school year.
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Woman accidentally calls officer to set up drug deal
MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake woman was arrested after reportedly contacting a police officer to set up a drug deal. The call was accidental.
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Paint, bingo and birds
OTHELLO — Avery Schutte’s eyes shone like diamonds in the sun as the face painter applied her trade to the Othello 3-year-old’s face.
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Ephrata to buy rescue rig
EPHRATA — Ephrata City Council members moved one step closer to buying a new rescue rig during the regular council meeting Wednesday.
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Digital information luncheon to discuss how to leverage digital marketing
MOSES LAKE — Whether you’re an international conglomerate with a global footprint or running a family business, technology is the common ingredient to success in today’s market.
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Othello selects contractor for skate park construction
OTHELLO — It has been a long time coming for Othello city officials who have been working toward the construction of Othello’s own skate park, and the city came one step closer to that reality Monday.
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Woman with warrants allegedly hides in closet to avoid arrest
MOSES LAKE — Two men and a woman were arrested for warrants early Wednesday morning after police received a report of arguing and screaming coming from a Moses Lake apartment. The female suspect allegedly hid in a closet from police to avoid arrest.
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REC Silicon could restart production in June
MOSES LAKE — REC Silicon is projecting it will have Moses Lake operations back up and running at full capacity in June, according to company officials.
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'Curious George' comes to Moses Lake Friday
MOSES LAKE — The most famous curious monkey in the world will take the Wallenstien Theater stage at 7 p.m. Friday. The presentation of “Curious George” is sponsored by the Columbia Basin Allied Arts Association.
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Warnick responds to governor's vetoes
OLYMPIA — One of the 27 bills Gov. Jay Inslee vetoed late Thursday night was one sponsored by Judy Warnick, R-Moses Lake. The bill focuses on a relatively narrow issue, so Warnick said she was not surprised her bill made the list.
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WinCo Foods attorney calls for case dismissal
MOSES LAKE — The latest round between WinCo Foods and A Stronger Moses Lake is headed to court on Friday where WinCo’s attorney is asking a judge to dismiss the case challenging plans to build a store in Moses Lake.
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Jose Aguilar Aguilar murder trial scheduled for next week
EPHRATA — The trial for a Desert Aire man who is accused of murdering his girlfriend four years ago is scheduled to take place next week.
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Job Corps pharmacy training program excels
MOSES LAKE — In the lab room at Moses Lake Professional Pharmacy, Shawn Needham smiled fondly at a framed photo of a newborn baby.
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Chuck Perry wins Rangeland award
MOSES LAKE — Veteran rangeland ecologist Chuck Perry of Moses Lake was awarded the Outstanding Achievement Award for Stewardship by the Society for Range Management at the 69th annual meeting in Corpus Christi, Texas, last month.
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Man arrested in Ritzville death
RITZVILLE — A 33-year-old Illinois man was arrested Tuesday morning in connection with an early-morning homicide on Interstate 90 near Ritzville.
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Board of Health discusses botulism cases
EPHRATA — Wednesday night’s meeting was the first opportunity for the Grant County Board of Health to sit down and discuss the two botulism-related deaths in Grant County last month.
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Estimates change for Priest Rapids upgrades
EPHRATA — Grant County PUD commissioners voted to approve $1.64 million in changes to the contracts for upgrading the turbines at Priest Rapids Dam. Commissioners approved the change order at the regular commission meeting Tuesday.
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Senator criticizes governor's DOC personnel action
OLYMPIA — Sen. Mike Padden, R-Spokane Valley, said Gov. Jay Inslee’s actions taken Monday do not focus enough on the role of the former secretary in problems within the Department of Corrections.
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MLSD starts process of developing bond package for 2017
MOSES LAKE — With a prospective bond election date of Feb. 7, 2017, the Moses Lake School District (MLSD) is on the clock for building a bond package to present to district voters.
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School threat suspect will undergo competency evaluation
EPHRATA — An Arizona man who allegedly threatened last week to shoot up schools in Coulee City and led police on a high-speed chase last week will be undergoing a competency evaluation at a psychiatric hospital. Area schools were locked down last week as a precautionary measure.
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Governor threatens Legislature with vetoes
OLYMPIA — Gov. Jay Inslee announced Monday he would veto bills passed this session if the Legislature did not finish an operating budget by Thursday.
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Metal art, gardening among Parks and Rec adult classes
MOSES LAKE — Metal art, growing native plants and cooking classic dishes of southern Europe will be among the classes for adults offered by Moses Lake Park and Recreation this spring.
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LRS finishes fifth in 2B tournament
SPOKANE — It didn’t go down like they thought it would, but sometimes all you can do is roll the dice and see how it all shakes out.
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ACH boys lose in 1B title game
SPOKANE - The harsh reality starting setting in with two minutes left in the 1B state championship game Saturday night at the Spokane Arena when Almira/Coulee-Hartline boys coach Graham Grindy started pulling his starters off the floor in order to get the younger guys some playing time.
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Basin Community Theatre presents 'Shrek: The Musical'
MOSES LAKE — The curtain rises Tuesday on the Basin Community Theatre production of “Shrek, The Musical” at the Moses Lake High School theater, 803 East Sharon Ave. Performances are scheduled for 7:10 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, and March 14 and 15.
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Bronco boys do their late fan proud at state
SPOKANE — Somewhere up there Tom Arlt is looking down with a smile on his face.
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ACH boys advance with 50-44 win over Seattle Lutheran
SPOKANE — A lot of what Almira/Coulee-Hartline senior Logan Bohnet does doesn’t show up in the box score, but the 6-foot-7 post had the game-changer in Thursday afternoon’s 50-44 victory over Seattle Lutheran in the quarterfinals of the Class B state tournament at the Spokane Arena.
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ACH girls fall to Colton
SPOKANE — The Colton girls basketball team is not 102-1 with seven straight 1B state championships for no reason. The Wildcats have another gear the rest of the teams don’t have and when they kick it into high gear no one can stay with them.
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Brothers charged for tying up and assaulting father
EPHRATA — Two brothers allegedly tied up their father with automotive jumper cables and assaulted him in August.
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Illinois man, 33, arrested in Ritzville death
RITZVILLE — A 33-year-old Illinois man was arrested Tuesday morning in connection with an early-morning homicide on Interstate 90 near Ritzville.
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Distinguished Young Woman program Saturday
OTHELLO — Eight girls will compete for the title of Othello Distinguished Young Woman at the annual pageant at 7 p.m. Saturday at McFarland Middle School, 790 South 10th Ave.
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ACH boys look to make noise at state
SPOKANE — It’s the big city and bright lights for three area basketball teams headed to the Class B State Basketball Tournament at the Spokane Arena. The No. 1-ranked Almira/Coulee-Hartline boys (23-0) roll into town undefeated and will face No. 2 Seattle Lutheran in the 2 p.m. game on Thursday. …
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Wallace announces candidacy for judge seat
EPHRATA — Ephrata-based attorney Nick Wallace announced his candidacy to fill the Superior Court bench position formerly held by Judge Evan Sperline yesterday.
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Estudillo campaigning to retain Superior Court bench seat
EPHRATA — Grant County Superior Court Judge David Estudillo announced Sunday that he has the support of all nine Washington State Supreme Court justices in his campaign to retain his seat on the bench.
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Republican gubernatorial candidate visits Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE — Generating family-wage jobs and improving education statewide are Republican gubernatorial candidate Bill Bryant’s pillars for moving the state into “our next frontier,” as he explained at Pillar Rock Grill in Moses Lake Saturday evening.
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New airliner comes to Moses Lake for certification testing
MOSES LAKE — Boeing’s newest commercial airliner, the 737-MAX, arrived at the Port of Moses Lake last week for testing and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification.
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Former secretary is focus of Senate heat in DOC investigatio
OLYMPIA – The focus of the third Senate Law and Justice committee hearing Monday on their Department of Corrections (DOC) investigation seemed to be Bernie Warner. Specifically, many of the questions and testimonies centered around the former corrections secretary’s management style, and how it might have affected the atmosphere at …
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Samaritan set to launch cardiac rehab program
MOSES LAKE — Thanks in part to a $105,000 donation from the Samaritan Healthcare Foundation, the hospital is gearing up to launch a new cardiac rehabilitation program this spring.
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No. 5 ACH prepares for regional game with Entiat
COULEE CITY - Almira/Coulee-Hartline girls basketball coach Mike Correia told his team to enjoy the journey, play hard and the rest will sorts itself out in the end.
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Investigators release DOC report, no 'smoking gun'
OLYMPIA – The governor’s investigation into the Department of Corrections (DOC) cites incompetence and systematic failures as reasons for the early release of more than 3,000 inmates.
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Adams County posts modest employment gains in 2015
RITZVILLE — Unemployment in Adams County in December 2015 dropped 1.2 percent when compared with December 2014, according to data released by the Washington Employment Security Department.
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Two new programs added to CB Tech schedule
MOSES LAKE — Two programs will be added to the curriculum at Columbia Basin Technical Skills Center for the 2016-17 school year. Registration for the next school year is now open, and will be open until all classes are filled.
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Bill would help students with teacher certification costs
OLYMPIA — The Senate Early Learning and K-12 Education Committee heard testimony on a bill that would create a program to financially assist teacher certification testing.
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Othello chamber honors local luminaries
Othello — About 270 members of the Othello community turned out for the Othello Chamber of Commerce Awards Banquet recently. Besides dinner, the evening featured a silent auction and awards for Othello’s teachers, business, civil servant(s) and citizen of the year.
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Nat Washington House brings guests to another era
EPHRATA — Tucked away in a quiet neighborhood, pushed up against the Beezley Hills, guarded by a white picket fence is a piece of Americana with ties that go all the way back to the founding of this country.
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DOC employees testify during Senate hearing
OLYMPIA — The Senate Law and Justice Committee heard testimony regarding the Senate’s ongoing investigation into the Department of Corrections (DOC) early release of inmates. Two DOC employees, the assistant attorney general who advised the DOC, and a citizen who notified the DOC of the calculations error testified under oath …
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Secretary of state stresses civic involvement by voting
OLYMPIA — Kim Wyman loves politics. That is likely why she ran for, and won, the position of Washington state secretary of state.
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State Senate passes bill to protect crops from pests, disease
OLYMPIA — The Senate almost unanimously passed a bill that add requirements for solid waste management to prevent the spread of disease, pathogens and pests.
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Woman sentenced for locking seniors out of home
EPHRATA — A Moses Lake woman was sentenced for locking a man with Parkinson’s disease and a woman with multiple sclerosis out of their Moses Lake home.
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Governor seeks to improve children's services
OLYMPIA — Gov. Jay Inslee signed an executive order Thursday to create a commission focused on creating a new agency for child welfare.
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Ephrata citizens honored by city council
EPHRATA — Five citizens were recognized by the Ephrata City Council for coming to the aid of Ephrata Police officers attempting to subdue a suspect Dec. 8. The five received plaques and a handshake from police Chief Mike Warren during the regular meeting Wednesday.
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Senate bill would improve water rights access
OLYMPIA — Sen. Judy Warnick, R-Moses Lake, passed a bill Tuesday that would increase access to new water rights around Wenatchee and the Elwha-Dungeness River Basin.
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Wildfire presentation coming to Moses Lake, Ephrata libraries
MOSES LAKE — Nature photographer John Marshall will talk wildfire and what he’s learned through his documentation in lectures at two local libraries next week.
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Senate OKs bill to meet education obligations
OLYMPIA — The Senate passed a bill Tuesday to create a plan to fully fund basic education in the state.
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Quincy Pita Pit opening Feb. 26
QUINCY — Two Quincy residents have teamed up with Pita Pit to establish the national chain’s 600th store location in Quincy.
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Pasco man charged in local burglary
MOSES LAKE — People reportedly found a Pasco man inside of a Moses Lake residence holding a backpack filled with stolen items.
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Jeff Ames writes, directs first play
SOAP LAKE — Jeff Ames said his first play, which had its world premiere last Friday, started with the set.
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Moses Lake hosts Midget Winter Classic
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Youth Hockey Association hosted the Midget Winter Classic at the Larson Recreation Center's outdoor rink. The tournament featured U-18 teams from Tri-Cities, Kent, Everett, Seattle and Spokane. Each team played a total of four games, in a round-robin tournament. The Midget C-level tournament was …
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The Pack is back
MOSES LAKE — They were four guys: two Italian, one Jewish, one black. They sang, danced, acted and kept America entertained on stage, screen and the front pages of newspapers. Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Joey Bishop and Sammy Davis Jr. called themselves “The Clan” or “The Summit,” but the rest …
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Tax raise amendment fails to get two-thirds in Senate
OLYMPIA — The proposed constitutional amendment to require a two-thirds majority to raise taxes failed to receive two-thirds of the vote in the Senate Friday.
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Transgender bathroom bill fails in Senate
OLYMPIA — The bill to repeal the transgender bathroom rule failed to pass in the Senate Wednesday. Senate Bill 6443 would have repealed WAC 162-32-060, a rule made by the Human Rights Commission (HRC) in 2015. The rule allows transgender people to enter the bathroom, or other gender-segregated facility, that …
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Deane reflects on dozen years on council
MOSES LAKE — Dick Deane said his time on the Moses Lake City Council convinced him councilmembers do their jobs best when they listen.
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Moses Lake seniors receive suspected financial scam letter
MOSES LAKE — A collection of seniors in Moses Lake reported receiving letters early this week that are suspected of being a financial scam.
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House, Senate committees OK youth mental health bill
OLYMPIA — The House Appropriations and the Senate Ways and Means committees both passed bills related to increasing access to mental health services for children. House Bill 2439 and Senate Bill 6494, will be scheduled to be debated on the House and Senate floors respectively.
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Ephrata Middle School students receive awards
EPHRATA — Rising Stars and Shining Stars received recognition, and Ephrata Middle School Principal Ken Murray inducted the first students into the Crazy Sock Club during an assembly Friday.
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Felon sentenced after being found with gun
EPHRATA — A convicted felon was sentenced on a criminal mischief charge after he was found with a gun.
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Quincy schools' $108 million bond passing
EPHRATA — The Quincy School District’s (QSD) proposed $108 million bond measure aimed at constructing a new high school and improving existing schools is passing with just over 63 percent approval.
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Put-back at the buzzer lifts Soap Lake over Waterville
SOAP LAKE — Turnovers and an inability to use their size advantage were the difference in Waterville's loss against Soap Lake
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Tensions arise after firing of DOT secretary
OLYMPIA – The firing of Secretary of Transportation Lynn Peterson Friday has sparked combative language between Republicans and Democrats in the Washington Legislature.
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Staff to don red clothing, offer heart health screenings
OTHELLO — Staff at Columbia Basin Health Association (CBHA) will don red clothing Thursday, Feb. 4 as a symbol of their efforts geared toward the prevention of heart disease.
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How the bathroom rule applies to schools
OLYMPIA — All over Washington state, controversy has surrounded two bills that seek to address the transgender bathroom rule. The Human Rights Commission (HRC) rule, WAC 162-32-060, allows transgender individuals to enter gender-segregated facilities, such as bathrooms or locker rooms, that correspond to their gender identity. The rule prohibits the …
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Valley Irrigation recognizes Lad for excellence
MOSES LAKE — Valley Irrigation recently announced it has recognized Lad Irrigation of Moses Lake as a Valley Performance Plus Dealer. Lad Irrigation earned the award "for excelling in the areas of service, aftermarket support, and sales."
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December 2015 employment numbers better than 2014
MOSES LAKE — Unemployment dropped more that a full percentage point between December 2014 and December 2015. But unemployment traditionally drops in the summer and increases in the fall, and it followed that trend in 2015 with unemployment in December 2015 higher than in November 2015.
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Hundreds join Knights of Columbus in anti-abortion march
MOSES LAKE — Hundreds of people recently joined the Moses Lake Knights of Columbus Council 4367 for an anti-abortion march on Stratford Road.
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Othello, Quincy and Ephrata wrestlers prepare for district tournament
ELLENSBURG — The District 5/6 2A wrestling championships will be held at Ellensburg High School this weekend. Matches begin Friday, Feb. 5, at 4 p.m. and continue the following morning at 11 a.m.
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Mary Laughlin releases second edition of history book
MOSES LAKE — Mary Laughlin is best known throughout Moses Lake as the face and owner of Pop's In and Out on Valley Road. What many people don't know is, for about the same period of time that she's owned Pop's, about 20 years, Laughlin has had a book published.
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Warnick proposes new bill on transgender bathroom access
OLYMPIA — Sen. Judy Warnick, R-Moses Lake, proposed a bill to make it illegal for people to enter a gender-segregated facility that does not correspond with their anatomical sex. This would include transgender people who are preoperative or non-operative, and therefore have different genitalia from the gender with which they …
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New MRI machine delivered
MOSES LAKE — Gregg Fletcher made sure to take a selfie with the new arrival – after all, it’s not every day the director of Moses Lake Clinic gets to take a picture with a million-dollar MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) machine being lowered through the roof.
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MLHS Key Club's reach stretches locally, internationally
MOSES LAKE — The impact of a recent Moses Lake High School (MLHS) Key Club service project reached from Moses Lake to the Philippines.
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Women's Expo provides wide array of vendors
MOSES LAKE — Dale Haven, owner of Fantasy in Ice, said consumer shows like the annual Women’s Expo and Bridal Showcase, held Saturday, are valuable regardless of whether he gets a lot of bookings that day.
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Bill to repeal transgender bathroom rule OKed in Senate
OLYMPIA — The Senate Commerce and Labor Committee passed a bill Wednesday to repeal the transgender bathroom rule. This rule, made in 2015 by the Human Rights Commission (HRC), allows individuals to use whichever bathroom, locker room, or any other gender-segregated facility that corresponds to their gender identity.
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Washington needs more teachers
OLYMPIA — The House Education committee heard testimony recently on a bill aimed at addressing the teacher shortage in Washington state.
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Kennewick hosts Washington Oregon Potato Conference
KENNEWICK — Over 200 potato farmers, equipment dealers, and other vendors gathered in Kennewick for the 2016 Washington Oregon Potato Conference. Vendors from as far north as Edmonton and as far south as Colorado joined their brethren in Kennewick to fill the floor of the Toyota Center as they networked …
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Washington Grown: Connecting state residents to farmers
MOSES LAKE — To help bridge the gap between producer and consumer, a Washington-based TV show is connecting Washington residents to farmers and ranchers around the state.
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House bill would reduce high school testing
OLYMPIA — The Washington State House of Representatives passed a bill this week to reduce the required number of standardized tests for high school students. The bill passed out of the House with bipartisan support, with a vote of 87-10, and one excused.
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Legislation would save state money on workers comp
OLYMPIA – Rep. Matt Manweller, R-Ellensburg, recently proposed three bills aimed at saving money on workers’ compensation in the state of Washington. Manweller said Washington state’s workers’ compensation is the most expensive in the country. As an example, the average rate of pensions in Washington is 2,000 times higher than …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Moses Lake Medical Team prepares for Nicaragua mission
MOSES LAKE — Just weeks away from its departure for Nicaragua, the Moses Lake Medical Team gathered Friday evening with about 120 community members for a fundraiser banquet at Columbia Basin Technical Skills Center (CB Tech) to help fuel its upcoming mission trip.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Lawmakers work to improve child mental health services
OLYMPIA — The Early Learning and Human Services Committee recently heard testimony on a bill meant to increase access to mental health services for children and youth.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Moses Lake native receives several awards at Miss Seattle pageant
SEATTLE — Moses Lake native Shree Saini, now studying economics and business at the University of Washington, was recently chosen as the Miss Seattle runner-up.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
SeaPort Airlines delays return of service
MOSES LAKE — Just over a month away from the anticipated restoration of passenger service to Grant County International Airport, SeaPort Airlines issued a press release on Thursday saying they've postponed air service to Moses Lake, Port Angeles and Seattle.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Travel troubles at Snoqualmie
SNOQUALMIE PASS — East-west travel troubles in Washington have ramped back up at I-90’s Snoqualmie Pass thanks to the nearly 40 inches of new snow that has fallen at the pass in the last week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Committee passes bill to help disabled people save
OLYMPIA — The Early Learning and Human Services Committee voted Tuesday in favor of creating an Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) program in Washington state.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
State senate votes to save charter schools
OLYMPIA — The Washington state Senate voted 27-20 to pass Senate Bill 6194 on Wednesday. The bill includes provisions to attempt to fund charter schools in a way that will be considered constitutional by the state Supreme Court.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Business Expo packs ATEC building
61 local businesses filled the ATEC Building at Big Bend Community College Tuesday night for the Moses Lake Chamber of Commerce's Business After Hours and Expo event.
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Committee seeks to end educator shortage
OLYMPIA — The House Education Committee discussed this week the reasons for, and the possible solutions to, the statewide teacher shortage.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
New chapter for PUD general manager
EPHRATA — Tony Webb said one of his goals, when he took the job as Grant County PUD general manager, was to plan for leadership succession. “Build a deep bench,” he said, develop the leadership that could take on new roles in the future.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Knights of Columbus collect over $2K to donate to Wounded Warrior Project
MOSES LAKE — Members of the Knights of Columbus, Council 4367, in Moses Lake, donated a check for $2,192.33 to the Wounded Warrior Project on Tuesday.
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Saving water statewide
OLYMPIA — The House Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee recently heard updates on efforts to save water across the state.
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Life and legacy of King celebrated in Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE — A packed crowd at the Moses Lake Civic Center in Moses Lake Monday night proved that Martin Luther King Jr.’s message of equality and brotherhood did not fall on deaf ears and lives on today.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Granco set to open Moses Lake branch in April
MOSES LAKE — At the ground-breaking for Granco Federal Credit Union last June, CEO Roger Johnson said he expected Granco's second branch to be open by the end of the year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Long-term goals key to fitness success
MOSES LAKE — It’s so common it’s become a January cliche, the New Year resolution that this is going to be the year when everything changes. This will be the year to establish a regular exercise regimen and develop healthier eating habits.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
ML man charged in connection with salon burglaries
EPHRATA — A Moses Lake man was charged in connection with a string of burglaries at beauty/hair salons in the Moses Lake area.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
12th Annual WinterFest Art Show winners announced
SOAP LAKE — Chris Palmen, Moses Lake, took home the Best in Show award from the 2015 WinterFest art show, held in December. This is the show’s 12th year; it’s sponsored by the Art Guild of the Soap Lake Area.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
PUD commissioners declare Wanapum Village surplus
EPHRATA — The Grant County PUD will have a village for sale soon.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Opening reception Friday for new museum exhibit
MOSES LAKE — The opening reception for an exhibit of the works of painter Erika Mueller and sculptor Ginger Oakes is scheduled for 5 p.m. Friday at the Moses Lake Museum & Art Center, 401 South Balsam St.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Recreation improvement plan presented to PUD board
EPHRATA — After more than four years of off-and-on work, Grant County PUD commissioners received a draft plan for recreation improvements at Crescent Bar at the regular meeting Tuesday.
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Bipartisanship, education in State of the State address
OLYMPIA — Gov. Jay Inslee cited bipartisan efforts as a major reason for recent improvements across Washington in his State of the State address Tuesday. “We accomplished some big things last year in a bipartisan fashion,” Inslee said.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Moses Lake man allegedly tries to hide from police under shrubbery
EPHRATA — A Moses Lake man allegedly led police on a high-speed chase and attempted to hide from law enforcement under a bush.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Missoula Children's Theater brings classic to impromptu stage
MOSES LAKE — A crowd of about 60 kids danced and sang their way through two performances of “Sleeping Beauty” on Saturday. The shows were the culmination of a week of rehearsals with two actor/directors from Missoula Children’s Theater.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Ephrata man charged with possession of child pornography
EPHRATA — A Ephrata man has allegedly been caught with over 350 videos of child pornography.
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Viterra strikes agreement with Pacific Coast Canola
Viterra announced this week a supply and marketing agreement with Pacific Coast Canola. The agreement states that PCC will crush canola for Viterra at its plant in Warden.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
AstaReal awarded non-GMO certification
AstaReal announced recently that its antoxidant dietary supplement, “Natural Astaxanthin,” is the first to receive non-GMO status from NSF, the Public Health and Safety Organization.
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Relay for Life kicks off in Ephrata Tuesday
EPHRATA — On Tuesday, Time Out Pizza in Ephrata will host a free kickoff for the American Cancer Society's Columbia Basin Relay for Life.
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Moses Lake reacts to new restroom/locker room rule
MOSES LAKE — Last week, The Columbia Basin Herald published an article about the new rule the Washington State Human Rights Commission had passed, WSR 15-11-104, that is intended to protect people with gender dysphoria from discrimination when using restrooms or locker rooms.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
When the circus comes to town
So how far out in the sticks is Burns, Oregon?
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Painting, fabric arts subjects of winter museum classes
MOSES LAKE — Creating batik fabric art and painting selfies with pets will be among the classes offered at the Moses Lake Museum & Art Center in January and February.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Meeting scheduled for Masquers fall musical
SOAP LAKE — People who want to work on the Masquers Theater 2016 musical, “The Little Mermaid,” are invited to a meeting at 7:30 p.m. Monday in the theater lobby, 322 East Main, Soap Lake.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Sewing, exercise classes to be offered through Parks and Rec
MOSES LAKE — Sewing and quilting lessons, exercise classes for children and tai chi instruction for adults are among the classes scheduled for January and sponsored by Moses Lake Parks and Recreation.
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Fishermen travel to Moses Lake on their long weekend
MOSES LAKE — For many, the long New Year's weekend provided a chance to stay out late and sleep it off the next day. For others, it was a chance to bundle up, pack some gear and an auger and head out to Moses Lake for some ice fishing.
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Polar Plunge draws large crowd to Cascade Park
MOSES LAKE — It was 19 degrees at Cascade Park on Friday; perfect weather to ring in the new year with a polar plunge into Moses Lake. The plunge, hosted by Grant County Animal Outreach, was made possible with the help of the Moses Lake Fire Department, who was on …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Sam Scramble benefits Cancer Can't
EPHRATA — The Ephrata Recreation Center hosted the Sam Scramble on New Year's Day. The Scramble is "part footrace, part scavenger hunt" that "honors the indomitable spirit of all who face life-threatening illnesses," according to the event's flyer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Award-winning winery on the shores of Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE — South of Blue Heron Park, across from Laguna Drive, you can dock your boat and, after a quick jaunt up a flight of stairs, visit the tasting room of one of Washington's award-winning wineries. Camas Cove Cellars is the winery Dennis and Nancy Parr have overseen since …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Keep Moses Lake's parks clean
We may be well into December and it may be too cold for a swim, but many people still enjoy recreation on and around Moses Lake. There are several parks and trails around the lake that offer a quiet and scenic respite from daily life. Two of my favorites are …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO
Museum party draws big crowd
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Museum & Art Center was filled with art lovers and kids consulting Santa during the museum’s annual holiday party Friday evening.
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Mitsubishi Regional Jet takes first trip to the sky
MOSES LAKE — Earlier this week, a collection of Port of Moses Lake employees watched a live video stream of the first test flight of Mitsubishi’s first regional jet, for which Moses Lake is set to be the testing location.
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Priest Rapids Dam Explosion PUD employee in critical condition improves
EPHRATA — The last Grant County PUD employee who was listed in critical condition at Harborview Medical Center in Seattle has improved to serious condition. Both patients in Harborview are now listed in serious condition, said Susan Gregg, hospital spokesperson.
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Moses Lake man releases first book
An Ellensburg man, born and raised in Moses Lake, released his first fiction novel earlier this fall.
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Professor Bartlett gives 555th lecture in Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Museum & Art Center hosted Robert L. Bartlett for the Humanities Washington Speakers Bureau on Thursday night.
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Adult ice hockey team returns to Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE — Ice hockey for adults, kickboxing for kids and adults, and music for small children are among the classes offered the next two weeks by the Moses Lake Parks and Recreation department.
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'Triple Nickel' paratroopers subject of museum lecture
MOSES LAKE — The story of a top-secret operation in the closing days of World War II, featuring an elite – and all-black – paratrooper unit will be the subject of a lecture at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Civic Center Auditorium.
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Downtown Art and Wine Walk Saturday
MOSES LAKE — Participants get the chance to check out local wines, brews, the work of local artists and writers, and downtown businesses during the annual Art and Wine Walk, from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday. The event is hosted by the Moses Lake Business Association with support from BBSI, …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Tractor pull gives enthusiasts fun outlet
MOSES LAKE — Three days of competition to see whose tractor can pull the most weight is scheduled for Friday, Saturday and Sunday in the Ardell Pavilion at the Grant County Fairgrounds. The Northwest Fall National Antique and Classic Tractor and Truck Pull is sponsored by the Columbia Basin Antique …
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Art classes in October at museum
MOSES LAKE — Painting pumpkin pictures, tie-dying, and polymer clay for adults and children are among the classes offered during October at the Moses Lake Museum & Art Center.
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Washington photographer subject of museum lecture
MOSES LAKE — Pioneering Washington photographer Asahel Curtis, and his role in developing Washington, will be the subject of a lecture at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Moses Lake Civic Auditorium, 401 S. Balsam St.
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Odessa to host Deutschesfest this weekend
ODESSA — Odessa will be hosting the 45th Annual Deutschesfest this weekend.
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Work of Moses Lake native featured in museum exhibit
MOSES LAKE - An exhibit focusing on the works and life of the late Bob Hull, Seattle architect and Moses Lake native, opens Sept. 18 at the Moses Lake Museum & Art Center. The opening reception for "Investigation, Innovation and Influence: The Life and Work of Bob Hull" is scheduled …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
CB Tech hosts trade & expo dinner
MOSES LAKE — With Governor Inslee visiting Korea and Japan this week, it seems fitting that the mayor of Gunpo City, Korea would pay Washington a visit. Mayor Kim Yoon Joo was one of the featured guest speakers at the Columbia Basin Trade Expo & Dinner at the Columbia Basin …
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First Central Basin Community Concert is Sept. 20
MOSES LAKE — Tickets are on sale for the 2015-16 Central Basin Community Concert Association season, with the first concert scheduled for Sept. 20 at the Wallenstien Theater on the Big Bend Community College campus. This will be the concert association's 62nd season.
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Make paper apples for Free Family Saturday
MOSES LAKE — Stuffed apples - paper apples stuffed with paper, that is - are on the menu for Free Family Saturday this weekend.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Moses Lake police begin anti-DUI campaign
MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Police Department is joining other local and state emergency responders in a campaign to "tie one on for safety."
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Boys are lost, but is justice, too?
Part one of a two-part story
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Poll: Few Americans think U.S. is winning war on terror
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Petraeus: Violence Down, Iraqi Forces Standing Up
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Democratic fundraiser arrested in Colorado
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Break-in at Romney Campaign Headquarters 'Routine'
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DNI: Dropping in on Overseas Calls Crucial to Terror Fight
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Thompson: Bin Laden Should be Killed, Receive Due Process
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Dodd's Book Revisits His Father's Lessons
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Clinton Calls for Iraq Pullout at Spanish-Language Debate
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Analysts: Iraq hearing could bolster Bush policy
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Nebraska Sen. Chuck Hagel Announces Retirement
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Obama Sees a "Complete Failure" in Iraq
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Statement from Fred Thompson to Commemorate September 11, 2001
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Crocker: Victory in Iraq Will Be Determined in the Future
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Sen. Craig Files Papers to Withdraw Misconduct Plea
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Bin Laden tape no great shakes, Mueller says
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Obama Sees a "Complete Failure" in Iraq
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Thompson: Bin Laden Should be Killed, Receive Due Process
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Bin Laden tape no great shakes, Mueller says
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Analysts: Iraq hearing could bolster Bush policy
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Nebraska Sen. Chuck Hagel Announces Retirement
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Crocker: Victory in Iraq Will Be Determined in the Future
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Poll: Few Americans think U.S. is winning war on terror
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Statement from Fred Thompson to Commemorate September 11, 2001
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Petraeus: Violence Down, Iraqi Forces Standing Up
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Sen. Craig Files Papers to Withdraw Misconduct Plea
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Dodd's Book Revisits His Father's Lessons
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Break-in at Romney Campaign Headquarters 'Routine'
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Clinton Calls for Iraq Pullout at Spanish-Language Debate
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Democratic fundraiser arrested in Colorado
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DNI: Dropping in on Overseas Calls Crucial to Terror Fight
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Lucio sentenced to 22 months
Mattawa man shot by police while fleeing
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Three Basin wrestlers take titles
TACOMA — Ten wrestlers earned the right to wrestle in the Mat Classic XIX finals Saturday.
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