26 homeless in Royal City, 18 in Mattawa

MOSES LAKE - There are fewer homeless individuals in the county this year than there were last year, according to recently released results from the 2015 Point in Time Homeless Count.

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Quarter of county residents burdened by housing costs

OLYMPIA - About 25 percent of households in Grant County are paying more than they can reasonably afford to for housing expenses, according to recent data from the state Affordable Housing Advisory Board.

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Grant County jobs up over previous year

MOSES LAKE - Grant County's nonfarm employers supplied more jobs in November than they did in November 2013, according to the latest state Employment Security Department report.

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Quincy animal shelter helps record number of critters in 2014

QUINCY - It was a busy year last year at the Quincy Animal Shelter.

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Welcome home Penny!

ROYAL CITY - To go from Washington state down to Nebraska, then on to Iowa and Pennsylvania, over to Maryland and then back to Washington in the span of just two weeks can be a grueling trip in itself for most humans.

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Grant County home sales up in 2014

MOSES LAKE - More homes were sold in Grant County last year than in 2013 - the second year in a row that home sales exceeded the previous years' levels.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

New year, new rules: county e-cig policy takes effect

EPHRATA - Come Thursday, county residents who use electronic cigarettes will no longer be able to use them in public places.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Deadline for student writing contest nears

OLYMPIA- Washington students have just a few more weeks to get their entries in to the national Letters About Literature competition.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

EDC lunch to highlight Latino business contributions

MOSES LAKE- The economic contributions of Latino-ran businesses in the state will be the topic of the Grant County Economic Development Council's next luncheon in January.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

'New to painting' artist featured at Quincy library

QUINCY - Although he has only been painting for a little over three months, Quincy artist Cheikh Diouf already has one public exhibit under his belt.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

'New to painting' artist featured at Quincy library

QUINCY - Although he has only been painting for a little over three months, Quincy artist Cheikh Diouf already has one public exhibit under his belt.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

4-H club plans fundraiser for Quincy's Lisa Barth

MOSES LAKE - Members of Lisa Barth's 4-H club have come up with a way to give back to their leader in her time of need.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

4-H club plans fundraiser for Quincy's Lisa Barth

MOSES LAKE - Members of Lisa Barth's 4-H club have come up with a way to give back to their leader in her time of need.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

County employers project employment increase in 2015

MOSES LAKE - Several Grant County employers are expecting to add close to 200 jobs to the area over the course of the next year, according to the 2014 Wage and Benefit Survey recently released by the Grant County Economic Development Council.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

SamScramble set for New Year's Day

EPHRATA - Organizers of the SamScramble say this year's event is a healthy and inspirational way to kick off 2015.

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Ephrata run part of world record attempt

EPHRATA - Basin residents will have the chance to attempt a world record next month by participating in Ulbfit's Work Out World 1 mile and 3.1 mile run or walk.

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Fitness, fun and festivity

MOSES LAKE - About 70 Frontier Middle School students took to Neppel Trail Wednesday, some donning Santa hats, a few wearing reindeer antlers and other festive gear, to participate in the school's first-ever 'Jingle Bell Dash.'

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Wine blogger recognizes Kyra Wines

MOSES LAKE - Wine enthusiast and blogger Stan Reitan, known online as stanthewineman, recently named Kyra Wines his 2015 Winery of the Year.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Dexter keeps lead after absentee count

MOSES LAKE - Kris Dexter will remain on the Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District's Board of Directors.

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Serve Moses Lake concert brings community together

MOSES LAKE - Community members from different churches, and different walks of life, came together Saturday for Serve Moses Lake's annual benefit concert at Wallenstein Theater.

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Moses Lake chamber honors ag contributors

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Chamber of Commerce recently recognized a new group of individuals for their contributions to the area's agricultural industry.

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Gonzaga team visits Boys and Girls Club

MOSES LAKE - Kids attending the Boys and Girls Club's after school program at North Elementary School got a special treat Monday, as they got to hang out with members of the Gonzaga University women's basketball team.

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Citizenship Day puts naturalization in reach

MOSES LAKE - Hundreds of legal permanent residents living in the Basin are a little closer to citizenship thanks to the Washington New Americans' Citizenship Day event.

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Moses Pointe plans cystic fibrosis fundraiser

MOSES LAKE - Moses Pointe is continuing its efforts to raise funds and awareness for cystic fibrosis research.

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Covey resigns from MLIRD board

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District is now down one more board director, as Ron Covey has officially stepped down from his position.

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Health District to close Ephrata office

MOSES LAKE - Grant County Health District officials announced they will be permanently closing its Ephrata office at the end of this month.

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4 up for open MLIRD seat

EPHRATA - Grant County commissioners will have their choice of four candidates to fill the vacant seat on the Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District's Board of Directors.

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Moses Lake chamber banquet this week

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Chamber of Commerce will once again highlight businesses and individuals who have contributed to the community over the year during their banquet this week.

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Quincy chamber seeks nominations for annual awards

QUINCY - The Quincy Valley Chamber of Commerce is gearing up to recognize a few members of their community.

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Moses Lake firefighters, Lions Club bring back Firefighters Breakfast

MOSES LAKE - Community members will be able to have breakfast with some of their local firefighters this weekend.

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ECBID director positions open

OTHELLO - The filing period for two East Columbia Basin Irrigation District director positions is now open.

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Vision 2020 recognizes Moses Lake businesswoman

MOSES LAKE - Jill Heath has put a lot into her business over the past few years.

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'Washington Grown' TV show enters second season

MOSES LAKE - "Washington Grown," a television show highlighting various food commodities grown in the state, is set to return to the airwaves this coming weekend.

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Mick Hansen files suit against MLIRD

EPHRATA - Former Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District director Mick Hansen is now going through legal channels in hopes of changing the district's current election practices and assessment methods.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Harvest Festival returns to Quincy Oct. 11

QUINCY - Residents can get hands on with history next weekend during the Quincy Valley Historical Society's Harvest Festival.

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Moses Lake Senior Center gets help from Washington Federal

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Senior Center recently got a helping hand from the local branch of Washington Federal.

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Columbia Basin Roller Derby falls to Wine Country Crushers in home bout

MOSES LAKE - It seemed the Wine Country Crushers were simply returning the favor when they walked away with the win over Columbia Basin Roller Derby Saturday night.

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CBRD hosts only home bout Saturday

MOSES LAKE - Columbia Basin Roller Derby will play host to Yakima's Wine Country Crushers this weekend.

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State pitches in for AeroTEC project

MOSES LAKE - Recently allocated state funding will help the Port of Moses Lake prepare for the construction of AeroTEC's new 65,000 square foot, wide-body aircraft hangar.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Home Depot helps Elks with remodel

MOSES LAKE - The Columbia Basin Elks were able to advance with an interior remodeling project at their lodge thanks to the Moses Lake Home Depot.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

MLBA hosts Art and Wine Walk next month

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Business Association’s Art and Wine Walk is returning to downtown Moses Lake in a few weeks.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Library hosts children's literacy event Thursday

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Public Library is hosting an Early Literacy Fair this week in an effort to get kids ready and excited for reading.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Health district adopts e-cig policy

MOSES LAKE - Grant County Health District officials have taken a stance on the use of electronic cigarettes, adopting a new policy that among other things will ban their use in public places and their sale to minors.

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Agriculture celebrated during Quincy's FCAD

QUINCY - Quincy took time to celebrate their agricultural industry, and the people behind it, over the weekend.

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Students gain invaluable volunteer experience

MOSES LAKE - About a dozen Moses Lake High School students gave up one of their afternoons last week to spend a couple of hours cleaning up a section of their town.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Smoothie business owner describes her labor of love

MOSES LAKE - Basin native Carly Jansen is bringing the food truck craze to Moses Lake, but with a little twist.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Ken Kernan resigns from MLIRD board

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District director Ken Kernan resigned this week from the district's board of directors.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Adams County Fair's opening day draws crowd

OTHELLO - The 2014 Adams County Fair kicked off Wednesday, drawing a crowd of more than 100 to Othello for the annual event.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

GTA proposes Moses Lake transit center

MOSES LAKE - Grant Transit Authority is hoping to begin construction on their new intermodal transit center in downtown Moses Lake by next summer.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

House Finance Committee talks tax breaks

MOSES LAKE - State lawmakers are continuing the conversation on tax incentives that would benefit some of the area's data centers and food processors, topics that could come up in the form of bills during the next legislative session.

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Moses Lake library supporter memorialized with plaque

MOSES LAKE - Those who knew Alice Harwood knew how important the public library was to her.

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Central Washington Health & Wellness Expo returns September 27

MOSES LAKE - Basin residents will get the chance to meet with local and regional healthcare professionals during the Central Washington Health and Wellness Expo next month.

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George Bluegrass Festival kicks off September 15

GEORGE - George is bringing bluegrass back to the Basin with the town's Bluegrass Festival later this month.

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Horizon Credit Union hosts annual shred day Friday

MOSES LAKE - Horizon Credit Union employees will be helping community members get rid of sensitive documents this Friday during their shred day event.

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Richland orthodontic practice opens Moses Lake location

MOSES LAKE - Drs. Chris Parkinson and Dave Butler are bringing their orthodontic expertise to Moses Lake.

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Grant County unemployment rate shows improvement

MOSES LAKE - Grant County had an unemployment rate of 5.6 percent in July, the lowest July rate recorded in six years.

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AeroTEC lease approved by port commissioners

MOSES LAKE - AeroTEC will be able to move forward with plans to construct a new hangar at the Grant County International Airport.

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Quincy chamber welcomes new director

QUINCY - The Quincy Valley Chamber of Commerce found a new executive director.

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Moses Lake helps get kids ready for school

MOSES LAKE - Hundreds of Basin students are a little more prepared for the start of school this week, thanks to Serve Moses Lake's Back 2 School event Saturday.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Warrior Cruise raises funds for local veteran

MOSES LAKE - Dozens of drivers took their motorcycles, trucks and classic cars to the streets of Moses Lake Saturday evening to help raise money for an area veteran.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Kickoff party today for Moses Lake Alzheimer's walk

MOSES LAKE - Basin residents will be able to join national efforts to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer's research as the Walk to End Alzheimer's takes place in Moses Lake for the first time next month.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

SGL settles Ecology air quality violations

MOSES LAKE - SGL Automotive Carbon Fibers will be building a new electric vehicle charging station in Moses Lake.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Sister City students enjoy Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - It was hard to tell what Yonezawa students Hinata Kokubun, Tomoka Takahashi and Ryota Saito were more excited about Thursday night - the Moses Lake Roundup Rodeo or the carnival rides and games at the Grant County Fair.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Health and Wellness Expo returns Sept. 27

MOSES LAKE - Basin residents will get the chance to meet with local and regional healthcare professionals during the Central Washington Health and Wellness Expo next month.

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Big Bend brings STEM learning to students

MOSES LAKE - Big Bend Community College is continuing efforts to get more kids interested in STEM learning.

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Big Bend brings STEM learning to high school students

MOSES LAKE - Big Bend Community College is continuing efforts to get more kids interested in STEM learning.

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120 new jobs at BMW/SGL production building

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake will soon be home to the world's largest carbon fiber manufacturing plant.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Pacific Coast to process Nexera

WARDEN - Pacific Coast Canola has been granted a license to process NexeraTM canola and produce and sell Omega-9 Quality Canola Oil at its Warden plant.

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Grant County Fair returns next week

MOSES LAKE - Basin residents will have plenty to do next week as the 2014 Grant County Fair officially kicks off Tuesday.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Unemployment rate improves for Grant County

MOSES LAKE - Grant County's unemployment rate continues to show year-over-year improvements despite a drop in the civilian labor force and the number of nonfarm jobs.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Cowboy Breakfast takes place Friday

MOSES LAKE - The annual Cowboy Breakfast returns to downtown Moses Lake Friday - officially signaling the start of Grant County Fair festivities.

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Residents enjoy Moses Lake's National Night Out

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake Police Department Chief Dave Ruffin and Grant County Sheriff Tom Jones spent most of their Tuesday night under water.

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Allison Hyer places at state DYW competition

PULLMAN - Allison Hyer, Moses Lake's Distinguished Young Woman, walked away with more than $1,000 in scholarship money and the title of first runner-up at the program's state competition this past weekend.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Moses Lake, Ephrata Dollar Tree stores not affected by acquisition

CHESAPEAKE, Va.- National discount retailer Dollar Tree is set to acquire thousands of Family Dollar stores around the country by early next year.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Habitat for Humanity raises walls on 13th home

MOSES LAKE - The holidays will be especially memorable this year for Alexandra Colin and her family.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Business owners team up for downtown store

MOSES LAKE - For months, Kandi's Yarn Closet and Craft Creations did business right across the hall from each other.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Production of Genie lift begins in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - Grant County can add manufacturing the world's tallest self-propelled boom lift to its resume.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Moses Lake girl, 13, meets Wilson

MOSES LAKE - This past Tuesday was supposed to be an uneventful one for Moses Lake teen Alianna Valdez.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Made in Moses Lake moves downtown to Third Avenue

MOSES LAKE - Handcrafted items made in and around Moses Lake are now available downtown, after Made in Moses Lake moved from its Broadway Avenue location to a Third Avenue storefront.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

MarDon Resort recent site expansion completed

MARDON - The MarDon Resort is now ready to accommodate more campers, thanks to the recent completion of a site expansion project.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Water could arrive to Odessa subarea farmers in 2016

MOSES LAKE - East Columbia Basin Irrigation District officials hope to begin delivering much-needed surface water to farmers in the Odessa subarea by as early as 2016.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Ephrata Relay celebrates cancer survivors

EPHRATA - Ephrata residents showed their support for the fight against cancer during the Columbia Basin Relay for Life Saturday.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Old Hotel gets by with help from community

OTHELLO - For Sally Laufer, The Old Hotel Art Gallery in Othello is a place that truly belongs to the community.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Port of Moses Lake to expand Foreign Trade Zone

MOSES LAKE - Businesses in Adams County will soon be able to benefit from the Port of Moses Lake's designation as a Foreign Trade Zone, pending the approval of an application to expand the trade zone's service area.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Moses Lake man turns work into fun with hot dog stand

MOSES LAKE - When Lew Egts left his job of nearly 30 years, he only wanted to do one thing - have fun. And for the past two weeks, he's been doing just that. Egts spends his days in the parking lot near Inland Cellular, serving hot dogs and hanging …

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Ephrata Relay For Life is set for Saturday

EPHRATA - Hundreds of community members will take to the track at Ephrata High School on Saturday to show their support for cancer survivors during the Columbia Basin Relay for Life.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Potato commission elects new executive team

MOSES LAKE - The Washington State Potato Commission recently elected its new Executive Committee for the year during the group's annual meeting.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Team represents Grant County at retail convention

MOSES LAKE - Grant County had a presence again at the International Council of Shopping Centers' RECon (Retail Real Estate Convention) in Las Vegas, thanks to a team of area officials and community members.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Taste of Home showcases new recipes

MOSES LAKE — Attendees of the Taste of Home Cooking School walked away with a few new recipes to try, courtesy of culinary specialist Kristi Larson.

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Moses Lake insurance agent earns distinction

MOSES LAKE - A Moses Lake American Family Insurance agent recently earned the American Star Excellence in Customer Experience Certification.

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Moses Lake hosts first Vintage Market Saturday

MOSES LAKE - Some would classify Shannon Clausen as a junker, or even a picker.

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Taste of Home includes Jazzercise demonstration

MOSES LAKE - Attendees of the Taste of Home Cooking School this week will get to learn more about a Moses Lake business.

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Taste of Home features food, prizes

MOSES LAKE - Tickets are still available for the Taste of Home Cooking School this week.

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'Voices of a New Day' celebrates 10 years of music

MOSES LAKE - For the past decade, the "Voices of a New Day" children's choir has been busy supplying the Basin with music.

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Taste of Home returns to Moses Lake

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

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Sharon Palmerton named to Moses Lake School Board

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake School Board named REC Silicon spokeswoman Sharon Palmerton as their newest member during a special meeting earlier this week.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Jo-Ann Fabric files building permit for Moses Lake store

MOSES LAKE - National retailer Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores is making progress on their move to Moses Lake. A company spokesperson confirmed in February they were planning on opening a new Jo-Ann store in Moses Lake sometime in 2014, according to a previous Columbia Basin Herald article. At the …

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Young Professionals group hosts candidates night at Pillar Rock Grill

MOSES LAKE - Community members will have an opportunity to hear from some of the Fourth Congressional District candidates during a forum in Moses Lake later this month.

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SGL to add third production building

MOSES LAKE - The BMW/SGL manufacturing plant in Moses Lake is set to expand again.

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Ephrata Raceway Park starts season Saturday

MOSES LAKE - Community members recently got the chance to meet some of the drivers - and check out the cars - racing in this weekend's Ephrata Raceway Park season opener.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Taste of Home returns to Moses Lake

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

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Youth kick off baseball, softball season

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake youth baseball and softball players officially kicked off their 2014 season over the weekend.

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Ephrata Raceway Park starts season Saturday

MOSES LAKE - Community members recently got the chance to meet some of the drivers - and check out the cars - racing in this weekend's Ephrata Raceway Park season opener.

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Youth little league begins with parade Saturday

MOSES LAKE - Hundreds of Moses Lake youth baseball and softball players will celebrate their league's opening day this Saturday.

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E-cigarette industry touches down in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - Larissa Castillo hasn't picked up a cigarette in months.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Imbibe farewell party happening this Friday

MOSES LAKE - Imbibe will be closing its doors for good this Friday.

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No new names in bid for MLIRD seat

EPHRATA - Mary Perry, Tom Bennett and Kris Dexter remain the only three candidates in the running for the vacant seat on the Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District's Board of Directors.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Moses Lake port starts expansion

MOSES LAKE - Construction has begun on the Port of Moses Lake's wastewater facilities expansion project, a move that will allow the port to accommodate an anticipated increase in industrial water runoff.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Basic American Foods helps Peninsula students

MOSES LAKE - Peninsula Elementary School PE teacher Matt Ahmann dedicates about five weeks of his curriculum each school year to basketball.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Robert Hull leaves architectural legacy in ML

MOSES LAKE - Seattle architect Robert Hull's legacy will live on in the form of the numerous structures he's designed throughout the Western region.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Ag employment improves Up by 800 jobs

MOSES LAKE - 2014 agricultural employment levels in Grant and Adams counties continue to show improvement over last year, according to the latest Employment Security Department report.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Tablet users enjoy Gadget Menagerie

MOSES LAKE - Washington State Library staff have been traveling the state since January helping owners of tablets and eReaders better understand their devices.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

'Gadget Menagerie' to offer tech tips

MOSES LAKE- The Washington State Library's Gadget Menagerie is coming to Moses Lake next week.

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Builder shares vision for new Moses Pointe homes

MOSES LAKE- Varsity Development owner Leslie Savitch hopes the company's new Moses Pointe project will attract a new demographic of homeowners to the golf course community.

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Pacific Coast Canola to process Nexera brand canola

WARDEN - Pacific Coast Canola has recently been granted a license to process NexeraTM canola and produce and sell Omega-9 Quality Canola Oil at its Warden plant.

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MLIRD to start search for new manager

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District directors hope to have a new general manager in place by mid-July.

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Irrigators make progress on privately funded system

MOSES LAKE - The Columbia-Snake River Irrigators Association is hoping to start construction on their privately funded irrigation system this summer.

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Central Bonded Collectors celebrates 60 years in ML

MOSES LAKE - It's almost a given that an industry will go through major changes over the course of 60 years.

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Farm Service Agency announces loans

EPHRATA - Several loans are now available for farmers and 4-H and FFA youth in the Basin.

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ML home to electric vehicle charging station

MOSES LAKE - It may be only one unit, but the recent addition of an electric vehicle charging station in downtown Moses Lake could prove instrumental in drawing more visitors to the city.

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Moses Pointe to add housing development

MOSES LAKE - Tri-Cities-based Varsity Development purchased 16 waterfront lots at Moses Pointe in a $1 million land purchase deal.

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Three express interest in vacant MLIRD board seat

EPHRATA - Grant County commissioners received three applications so far for the vacant seat on the Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District's Board of Directors.

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Port of Othello seeks to expand industrial area

OTHELLO - Port of Othello officials are hoping to move dirt on a 42-acre addition to their industrial park in Bruce by the end of this year.

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Curt Carpenter resigns from MLIRD

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District general manager Curt Carpenter resigned this week from his position.

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Port of Othello seeks to expand industrial area

OTHELLO - Port of Othello officials are hoping to move dirt on a 42-acre addition to their industrial park in Bruce by the end of this year.

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Vision 2020 recognizes Guido's Pizza in ML

MOSES LAKE - Guido's Brick Oven Pizza and Froyo has only been open for a few months, but owners already have a few things to celebrate.

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Home and Lifestyle Expo this weekend

MOSES LAKE - Basin residents looking to build, remodel or simply redecorate their home can use the Central Washington Home and Lifestyle Expo this weekend as a good starting place for ideas.

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Dogs showcase skills at Grant County Fairgrounds

MOSES LAKE - Hundreds of dogs from across the Northwest spent the weekend running through tunnels and chutes, over jumps and around other various obstacles during the Ephrata-Moses Lake Kennel Club's agility trials.

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Banquet showcases Nigerian culture

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake community received a glimpse of Nigerian culture this weekend during the Moses Lake Medical Team's fundraising banquet.

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Remodeling underway at Walmart

MOSES LAKE - Customers at the Moses Lake Walmart will see some construction work for the next couple of weeks as the store undergoes a major remodel.

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MLIRD directors respond to Hansen's resignation letter

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District directors publicly responded Thursday to criticism from former director Mick Hansen about the district's interpretation of election and assessment laws.

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Commissioners will find new MLIRD director

MOSES LAKE - The process to find and appoint a new Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District director could start as early as next week.

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REC Silicon to construct $6M research lab

MOSES LAKE - Construction on REC Silicon's new Moses Lake research and development laboratory is about to get underway.

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Job Corps students help provide new Moses Lake home

MOSES LAKE - Over the years, Columbia Basin Job Corps students have pitched in to help Habitat for Humanity build new homes for Moses Lake families.

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World Wide Yarns debuts Soap Lake yarn

SOAP LAKE - World Wide Yarns owner Debra Gravelle and fiber artist Kim Graham didn't have to look very far for inspiration when they teamed up to create their new line of hand-dyed yarn.

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Mick Hansen resigns from MLIRD board

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District director Mick Hansen resigned Tuesday night from the district's board of directors.

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More water on tap for the Basin

MOSES LAKE - Much-needed surface water is expected to reach some Basin irrigators as early as this year - the result of progress federal, state and local agencies are making in solving the decline of Odessa aquifer groundwater.

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MLHS seniors gift teen with new wheelchair

MOSES LAKE — Frontier Middle School seventh-grader Alianna Valdez had no idea she was going play a major role in a special assembly held at the school’s cafeteria Friday.

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Safeway, Albertsons to merge this year

PLEASANTON, Calif.,- Grocery chains Safeway and Albertsons are set to merge by the end of this year, according to a joint announcement by the two companies Thursday.

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Michigan company to acquire Cold Train service

QUINCY - Michigan-based Federated Railways Inc., recently announced plans to acquire the assets of Rail Logistics, including its Cold Train Express Intermodal Service.

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Lowe's helps upgrade ML Senior Center

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake Senior Center officials got a couple of improvement projects knocked off their "to-do" list thanks to a group of Lowe's Home Improvement volunteers.

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Ritzville nursing facility names new director

RITZVILLE - Life Care Center of Ritzville has a new executive director.

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2013 employment levels surpass pre-recession peak

MOSES LAKE - Nonfarm employment in the county has finally returned to pre-recession levels, according to the latest Employment Security Department report.

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Seniors find fulfillment in helping Lakeview students with homework

MOSES LAKE - It's back to school in a way for volunteers of the Youth Senior Connection program.

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Family opens boating shop in Ephrata

EPHRATA- Siblings Cory Olsen and Lindsay Grady have found a way to turn their lifelong passion for boating into a solid business venture.

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Annual Bridal Expo Saturday

MOSES LAKE - This weekend's Columbia Basin Bridal Expo might make planning a wedding a little easier for brides in the area.

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Jo-Ann Fabric to ML

MOSES LAKE - National retailer Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores is looking to open a Moses Lake location within this next year.

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Former BBCC president's legacy lives on

MOSES LAKE - Big Bend Community College's longest serving president Bill Bonaudi now has his name fixed above the school's library and his accomplishments etched on a nearby bronze plaque.

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Photo booths emerging as new wedding staple

MOSES LAKE- For a long time, photo booths were typically only found in shopping malls, arcades or amusement parks.

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Moses Lake, Warden robotics teams advance during semifinals

MOSES LAKE - The next Washington FIRST Lego League state champion could be a team from Moses Lake or Warden.

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New bakery and cafe opens in downtown ML

MOSES LAKE - It's fitting that Moses Lake businesswoman Donna Jensen named her new downtown bakery and cafe Bumbleberry's.

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Wounded Marine reunites with family Lance Cpl. Casey Allison has ties to Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - There was only one word Moses Lake resident Kelly Hirz could find to describe the moment her son, 21-year-old Casey Allison, held his daughter in his arms for the first time.

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Grant County housing market looks up

MOSES LAKE - Grant County's housing market showed signs of improvement last year as home sales for the year passed 2012 levels.

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Pumps at Keys Plant coming back online

GRAND COULEE - After being out of service for the past couple of months, pumps at the John W. Keys III Pump Generating Plant are beginning to be brought back online.

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Annual Country Sweethearts benefit Saturday

MOSES LAKE - Basin residents can help raise funds for the Columbia Basin Cancer Foundation this weekend.

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EDC launches economic development plan

MOSES LAKE - Since forming in 1991, the Grant County Economic Development Council has helped about 27 businesses either move to the area or expand their existing sites.

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Potato commission makes Super Bowl wager

KENNEWICK - Once the Super Bowl is over, preparations will immediately begin to ready thousands of pounds of potatoes for shipment to either Washington or Colorado.

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New machinery featured at potato trade show

KENNEWICK - Potato industry members got a first look at some new machinery during the first day of the 2014 Washington-Oregon Potato Conference.

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Annual Potato Conference this week

KENNEWICK - The 2014 Washington-Oregon Potato Conference kicks off Tuesday at the Three Rivers Convention Center in Kennewick.

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Moses Lake Medical Team returns from sixth trip

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Medical Team has made six trips to Nigeria to provide free medical care since forming in 2008.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

State agriculture exports on the rise

OLYMPIA - Good news for the state's agricultural export industry as a new report shows exports have increased over the past couple of years for most commodity groups.

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Moses Lake Liquor store moves to new location

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake Liquor and Wine is still open for business, just at a new location a couple of blocks down the road.

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Business expo draws crowd

MOSES LAKE - Basin business owners had the chance to network with each other and reach out to potential customers during the recent Moses Lake Chamber of Commerce Business Expo.

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Production of new Genie lift begins this month

MOSES LAKE - Grant County can add manufacturing the world's tallest self-propelled boom lift to its resume.

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Moses Lake keeps Martin Luther King Jr.'s dream alive

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake community proved the words of one man can live on and continue to inspire people even decades after they've been spoken.

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Boy Scout makes donation to ML library

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Public Library has a couple of new items thanks to the work of one Moses Lake Boy Scout.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Ephrata couple launch errand-running service

EPHRATA - It's been a busy week and a half for Ephrata residents Scott and Misty Paul.

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Warden Development Council honors contributors

WARDEN - The Warden Development Council recently recognized a handful of community members for their contributions to Warden over the past year.

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Port of Quincy proposes 87-acre land purchase

QUINCY - Port of Quincy officials last week announced plans to purchase an 87-acre parcel of land near the Columbia River for tourism and recreational activities.

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Texas musician returns to Basin

SOAP LAKE - Houston Blues artist Hamilton Loomis is no stranger to the Columbia Basin.

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Miss Rodeo Washington to kick off year in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - Audrey Ramsden's win last October on the Miss Rodeo Washington stage marked the continuation of an emerging trend.

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Moses Lake chamber Business Expo is Jan. 21

MOSES LAKE - Businesses still have a chance to be showcased at the Moses Lake Chamber of Commerce's annual Business Expo later this month.

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Moses Lake teen pleads not guilty in parental shooting case

EPHRATA - The Moses Lake teen accused of shooting his parents last March plead not guilty Tuesday.

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Adult charges filed against Moses Lake boy

EPHRATA - Prosecutors filed adult charges Monday against the Moses Lake teen accused of shooting his parents last March.

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Bowling event to benefit Hope Agency

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake High School student Kayla Steffler's senior project combines two of her passions - bowling and helping The Hope Agency.

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Moses Lake not chosen as drone site

MOSES LAKE - Federal Aviation Administration officials recently announced their selections for the country's six unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) research and test site operators.

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Moses Lake boy, 15, likely faces adult charges

EPHRATA - The 15-year-old Moses Lake boy accused of shooting his parents will likely face adult charges by the end of this week, according to Grant County Prosecutor Angus Lee.

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BMW rolls out i3 made with Moses Lake carbon fiber

WASHINGTON, D.C.- Moses Lake was once again put in the spotlight as BMW rolled out its new i3 electric car, made with carbon fiber manufactured in Grant County, in Washington D.C. Thursday.

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Diamond Logistics to expand Quincy operations

QUINCY - Diamond Logistics Northwest is expanding its presence in Quincy with a new cross-docking and load consolidation facility.

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Aerospace industry grows in Grant Co.

MOSES LAKE - While Grant County has established a strong agricultural industry over the years, the expansion of Everett-based Aviation Technical Services to Moses Lake signals the growth of another emerging industry.

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New Moses Lake North Dam construction slated for January

MOSES LAKE - Construction on the new Moses Lake North Dam is expected to begin in early January, according to engineers working on the project.

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AeroTEC expands to Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - A Seattle-based aircraft testing and certification company is getting ready to set up shop at the Grant County International Airport.

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CBDL elects 2014 leadership

MOSES LAKE - The Columbia Basin Development League elected its 2014 leadership during a recent meeting in Moses Lake.

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Snap Fitness arrives in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - Health club franchise Snap Fitness is now in Moses Lake.

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New Moses Lake North Dam construction slated for January

MOSES LAKE - Construction on the new Moses Lake North Dam is expected to begin in early January, according to engineers working on the project.

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Perkins closes doors after decades of operation

MOSES LAKE - Perkins will serve its last customer today.

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Moses Lake woman hopes for Seahawks success

MOSES LAKE - For as long as he's known her, Jesse Alvarado said his wife Charlotte has never missed a Seahawks game.

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Microsoft to expand Quincy footprint

QUINCY - Microsoft officials confirmed earlier this week plans to expand the company's Quincy operations.

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Yarn shop opens in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - When Kandi Petersen needs to relax, she reaches for some yarn and her crochet hook.

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Covey, Foster, Bailey to sit on MLIRD board

MOSES LAKE - Incumbent Ron Covey will retain his seat on the Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District board of directors after final election results released Tuesday placed him ahead of challenger David Skaug.

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Emergency unemployment benefits program ends this month

MOSES LAKE - A few hundred Grant and Adams county residents will lose their emergency unemployment benefits once the Emergency Unemployment Compensation program shuts off next week.

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Port of ML gains new tenant

MOSES LAKE - Improvements are being made to ready a 3,000 square foot office building at the Port of Moses Lake for new tenant Systems Maintenance Services.

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Ephrata celebrates the holidays

EPHRATA - Ephrata residents officially kicked off their holiday season over the weekend during the town's Miracle on Main Street Holiday Festival.

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Expert witnesses testify in Moses Lake teen's declination hearing

EPHRATA - The declination hearing for the 15-year-old Moses Lake boy accused of shooting his parents wrapped up Thursday, after two full days of testimony from various witnesses.

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Declination hearing for Moses Lake parental shooting case begins

EPHRATA - A decision on whether the 15-year-old Moses Lake boy accused of shooting his parents will be tried as an adult could be made by the end of this week.

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Lioness Club helps ML Food Bank

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Food Bank will be able to supply families with a little more food this month thanks to the efforts of one area non-profit group.

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Community powers Ephrata Food Bank

EPHRATA - The Ephrata Food Bank gave away close to 176 tons of food to area families over the last fiscal year. That breaks down to about 353,988 pounds of food handed out to some 21,000 clients, food bank manager Mike Donovan said. But the food bank wouldn't have been …

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Donk Boutique to open in Ephrata on Black Friday

EPHRATA - Ephrata's newest specialty clothing store is set to open next Friday, Nov. 29.

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AWB leaders meet Basin business community

MOSES LAKE - Making sure the Eastern Washington business community continues to be well represented in Olympia is something incoming Association of Washington Business president Kris Johnson said he takes seriously.

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MLIRD candidates talk issues

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District director candidates met with voters recently to discuss issues like the Moses Lake Dam, dredging and the current direction of the board.

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BMW/SGL expansion will double plant capacity

MOSES LAKE - The BMW/SGL manufacturing plant in Moses Lake will be able to produce twice as much raw carbon fiber as it currently does once the plant's expansion project is complete.

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Canola emerging as major state crop

WARDEN - Canola could prove itself to be a major state commodity over time, as recent reports show both the crop's planting acreage and production value increased in the past couple of years. Canola moved up one spot, from 40 in 2011 to 39 in 2012, on the list of …

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Diamond Logistics to expand Quincy operations

QUINCY - Diamond Logistics Northwest is expanding its presence in Quincy with a new cross-docking and load consolidation facility.

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Annual Ag Parade Dec. 6

MOSES LAKE - Skillfully decorated trucks, tractors and trailers will make their way through downtown Moses Lake next month during the annual Ag Appreciation Parade.

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Basin residents support Typhoon Haiyan relief efforts

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake resident Dan Durbin and his wife Gina have been keeping a close eye on news coming out of the Philippines for the past few days, ever since Typhoon Haiyan hit parts of the country last Friday.

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Special Forces training comes to Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - Army Rangers and Air Force Special Forces are conducting a military training exercise in the Moses Lake and Tacoma areas starting this week.

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Singer Holly Starr keeps her Basin ties

QUINCY - Although Christian singer Holly Starr's gigs take her all over the country, the Quincy native said the best part of each trip is returning home.

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Hearing on 2014 Grant PUD rates Tuesday

EPHRATA - Grant County PUD customers will have a chance to comment on the agency's 2014 proposed rates during a public forum Tuesday.

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AWB hosts Leadership Reception

MOSES LAKE - The Basin business community will have a chance to meet incoming Association of Washington Business president Kris Johnson during a networking event in Moses Lake later this month.

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Dutch Bros. holds Veteran's Day Fundraiser

MOSES LAKE - Coffee drinkers can help support injured service members by visiting the Moses Lake Dutch Bros. on Monday.

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BMW rolls out i3 made with Moses Lake carbon fiber

WASHINGTON, D.C.- Moses Lake was once again put in the spotlight as BMW rolled out its new i3 electric car, made with carbon fiber manufactured in Grant County, in Washington D.C. Thursday.

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Candidates announced for MLIRD elections

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District voters will decide who will fill three director positions during annual elections next month.

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ML tree lighting ceremony Saturday

MOSES LAKE - Residents can help mark the start of the holiday season this weekend during the Holiday Street Tree Lighting ceremony in downtown Moses Lake.

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REC Silicon announces workforce reduction

MOSES LAKE - REC Silicon is reducing its overall workforce by about 60 positions, a decision that will also impact the company's Moses Lake manufacturing plant.

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Runners brave cold for Veterans Day Race

SOAP LAKE - Dozens of runners took to the streets of Soap Lake during the weekend for the second annual Veterans Day Race.

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'Cupcakes for Firefighters' raises funds

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake High School senior Hannah Castro spent her entire Friday night baking cupcakes - 350 cupcakes to be exact.

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Nomination period for wine awards open

MOSES LAKE - There are only about two weeks left to get entries and nominations in for the 2014 Washington State Wine Awards.

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Labor and Industries hosts free workshop Tuesday

MOSES LAKE - The state Department of Labor and Industries is offering a free workshop on the basics of workers' compensation and workplace safety requirements, among other topics, in Moses Lake Tuesday.

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Tips for a safe Halloween

GRANT COUNTY - Whether it's a harvest festival, downtown event, party or simply trick-or-treating through the neighborhood, there are several ways to make sure everyone stays safe during Halloween.

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Ralphie's restaurant to close doors Thursday

MOSES LAKE - After Thursday, Basin residents will no longer be able to enjoy a burger, slice of pizza or shake at Ralphie's.

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AWB hands out Manufacturing Excellence Awards

MOSES LAKE - The Association of Washington Business recently recognized five state companies, including three with operations in Grant County, for their contributions to Washington's economy.

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AstaReal plant begins to take shape

MOSES LAKE - Crews are making good progress on AstaReal Technologies' Moses Lake manufacturing plant, company officials said recently.

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Impact Dance Project performs Saturday

MOSES LAKE - Impact Dance Project is bringing "Visions" back on stage Saturday with two shows at the Moses Lake High School Theater.

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ML tot donates hair to Locks of Love

MOSES LAKE - Kids typically don't think of their first trip to the hair salon as a major milestone in their lives.

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New Moses Lake Town Center takes shape

MOSES LAKE - Crews are making progress at the former Kmart building off North Stratford Road.

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Del-Red Pub named Soap Lake Business of the Year

SOAP LAKE - Although John and Jill Larsen have had the title of business owners for about a year now, it's having the title of Soap Lake community members that has the most value to them.

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Love's Travel Stop to open in Ritzville

RITZVILLE - The national travel center chain Love's is set to open its Ritzville location in a couple of weeks, company officials said recently.

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Holiday shopping event to benefit MLHS Band

MOSES LAKE - Basin residents can get a head start on their Christmas shopping during the Moses Lake High School Band Boosters' "Shop 'til You Drop" event this weekend.

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ATS to lease second port building

MOSES LAKE - Aviation Technical Services is expected to move into an additional hangar at the Grant County International Airport soon, according to Port of Moses Lake officials.

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Harvest Festival promotes area history

QUINCY - Basin residents got hands on with history over the weekend during the Quincy Valley Historical Society's Harvest Festival.

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New loan program for farmers, ranchers

EPHRATA – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency is making it easier for farmers and ranchers to secure funding for start-up costs or operating expenses.

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New loan program for farmers, ranchers

EPHRATA - The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Farm Service Agency is making it easier for farmers and ranchers to secure funding for start-up costs or operating expenses.

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Pizza chain opens in Othello

OTHELLO - Westside Pizza is now in Othello.

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ATS named top aerospace company in state

MOSES LAKE - Aviation Technical Services was named the Aerospace Company of the Year at the Governor's Aerospace Summit held earlier this month in Everett. The aircraft maintenance and repair company received the title this year for, "outstanding achievement and extraordinary leadership within the Aerospace Industry," according to an ATS …

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MLIRD considers moving Moses Lake Dam

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District officials may end up moving the Moses Lake North Dam downstream rather than make repairs to the existing structure.

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Dutch Bros. to help raise funds for winter coats

MOSES LAKE - Coffee drinkers can help Basin kids get ready for winter by visiting the Moses Lake Dutch Bros. Friday.

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Portland-based Service Steel expands to Ephrata

EPHRATA - Service Steel Inc., based in Portland, Ore., is getting ready to move in to Grant County.

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REC Silicon gets political help

MOSES LAKE - Progress is being made to resolve an ongoing trade dispute with China involving heavy tariffs on U.S.-made polysilicon, REC Silicon officials said recently.

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Grant County PUD schedules 2014 proposed budget hearing dates

EPHRATA - Grant County PUD ratepayers will have a couple of opportunities next month to discuss the agency's proposed 2014 budget.

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Odessa groundwater replacement program moves forward

MOSES LAKE - East Columbia Basin Irrigation District officials continue to reach out to landowners as they move forward with plans to implement the Odessa Groundwater Replacement Program.

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Allied Arts season kicks off on Oct. 15

MOSES LAKE - The Columbia Basin Allied Arts is bringing the music of Johnny Cash to Moses Lake.

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Community help highlighted at Chamber banquet

MOSES LAKE - Businesses and individuals were recognized for their contributions to the community during the recent Moses Lake Chamber of Commerce annual banquet.

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Health and Wellness Expo draws more than 1,000

MOSES LAKE - More than 1,000 Basin residents spent Saturday meeting with local and regional healthcare professionals during the Central Washington Health and Wellness Expo at Big Bend Community College.

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Dollar Dash raises money for Big Bend scholarships

MOSES LAKE - Community members helped raise more than $3,000 for student scholarships this past weekend.

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Grant PUD sets budget hearing dates

EPHRATA - Grant County PUD ratepayers will have a couple of opportunities next month to discuss the agency's proposed 2014 budget.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

New loan program for farmers, ranchers

EPHRATA - The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Farm Service Agency is making it easier for farmers and ranchers to secure funding for start-up costs or operating expenses.

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Grant County Historical Museum hosts Pioneer Day tomorrow

EPHRATA - Basin residents will have the opportunity to travel back in time tomorrow during the Grant County Historical Museum's Pioneer Day.

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Guild Mortgage starts expansion

MOSES LAKE - An expansion and remodel project is underway at Guild Mortgage.

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Boys and Girls Club auction Oct. 5

MOSES LAKE - Disco is coming back to Moses Lake, courtesy of the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Columbia Basin.

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Moses Lake brewery opens tap room

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Many pastimes stem from ML first residents

MOSES LAKE - With its artificial surfing simulator, "Lazy River" and water slides, the Surf 'n Slide Water Park in Moses Lake is a big draw for Basin residents each summer.

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Grant PUD crews work to restore power

EPHRATA - Grant PUD crews have been working around the clock since Sunday night to restore power to Basin customers affected by the night's lightning storm.

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Moses Lake cloggers place at nationals

MOSES LAKE - Eleven Basin cloggers can now say they're among the best in the nation.

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Grant PUD names photo contest winners

EPHRATA - Dozens of Basin residents participated in Grant County PUD's recent River Nomad photo contest - posting photos of the Columbia River to the agency's Facebook page throughout the summer.

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Grant County shows job growth

MOSES LAKE - Jobs in both Grant County's non-farm and agricultural sectors were up this July compared to last July, according to a recent Employment Security Department report.

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Ex-Basin resident gears up for tour

MOSES LAKE - Nashville guitarist Shane Scheib has a few shows on his upcoming fall tour that he's especially looking forward to playing.

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Driving School changes locations

MOSES LAKE - A recent increase in business caused one Moses Lake driving school to outgrow its original home.

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Warden celebrates Community Days

WARDEN - Hundreds of residents are expected to gather in downtown Warden Monday for the town's Labor Day celebration.

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Adult day care center opens in ML

MOSES LAKE - Day Break owner Wanda Etheridge knows being an in-home caregiver can get stressful at times.

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Weather causes outages

EPHRATA - An estimated 6,500 Grant PUD customers were without power Sunday night because of a storm in the area, agency spokesperson Tom Stredwick said Monday.

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Foundation helps Moses Lake woman become rodeo queen

MOSES LAKE- The Moses Lake Roundup Rodeo may have wrapped up more than a week ago, but for 21-year-old Katrina Johnston, the event is still fresh in her mind.

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Day Wireless builds new building in ML

MOSES LAKE - Day Wireless Systems is gearing up for a big move.

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Gas station opens

OTHELLO - Motorists traveling along state Route 17 have a new place to refuel, stock up on snacks and stretch their legs.

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REC Silicon watches US, China trade dispute

MOSES LAKE - Officials at REC Silicon are keeping a close eye on an ongoing trade dispute with China involving heavy tariffs on U.S.-made polysilicon.

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Driver faces more charges in Moses Lake man's death

EPHRATA - A California man now faces murder and assault charges for his alleged involvement in the July 18 crash near Quincy that killed a Moses Lake man.

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ML dog shooting case reverses

SEATTLE - A lawsuit surrounding the 2010 dog shooting by a Grant County sheriff's deputy will return to federal court.

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Pam Tillis gets fair crowd moving

MOSES LAKE - For about an hour Saturday night, country singer Pam Tillis had fairgoers dancing in their seats.

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Fire activity at tanker base increases

MOSES LAKE - It's quiet at the Moses Lake Air Tanker Base, as planes sit on the tarmac and pilots get some much-needed rest.

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Moses Lake cake business offers goodies at fair

MOSES LAKE - Basin residents can satisfy their sweet tooth at the Classy & Crazy Cakes food booth at the 2013 Grant County Fair.

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Othello's Killian Korn features new flavors at fair

MOSES LAKE - Othello company Killian Korn recently added some new varieties to their flavored popcorn lineup.

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Fair free entry day

MOSES LAKE - The Grant County Fairgrounds was teeming with activity Monday evening as dozens of vendors and exhibitors rushed to put the finishing touches on their various booths and displays.

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ML graduate among top college fishermen

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake native Jarred Walker helped put the state in the spotlight during the recent Carhartt Bassmaster College Series National Championship in Georgia.

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ML chamber hosts fair food booth for non-profits

MOSES LAKE - Basin residents can help support a handful of area non-profits by visiting the Moses Lake Chamber of Commerce's food booth at the Grant County Fair next week.

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Moses Lake resident joins Guild Mortgage team

MOSES LAKE - Guild Mortgage recently added a new position to help make the mortgage lending process easier for customers.

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State grant funds Ephrata port project

EPHRATA - The state Department of Transportation will help pay for a taxiway rehabilitation project at the Port of Ephrata.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Fire activity at tanker base increases

MOSES LAKE - It's quiet at the Moses Lake Air Tanker Base, as planes sit on the tarmac and pilots get some much-needed rest.

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Kids, volunteers benefit from fishing event

OTHELLO - More than a dozen Basin kids took to the water over the weekend for the Bureau of Reclamation's annual C.A.S.T. for Kids fishing event at Potholes State Park.

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Boys and Girls Club run offers healthy activity for Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - More than a hundred runners raced through parts of Moses Lake during Saturday's Marathon and Family Fun Run hosted by the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Columbia Basin.

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Quincy native returns home, takes over downtown wine bar

QUINCY - The Lovely Grape owner Melisa Lovely seems at ease behind the counter of her downtown Quincy wine bar, as she rattles off her favorite wine and food pairings.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Theft charge dropped against Moses Lake businessman

EPHRATA - The theft charge against Moses Lake businessman Alan Heroux was dismissed in Grant County Superior Court early this week.

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Ephrata businessman will work on former 'Air Force One' plane

EPHRATA - Basin auto detailer Bill Quinn is gearing up for what's easily going to be his biggest project to date.

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Local woman needs kidney

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake resident Megan Dunnagan has a few things she would like to cross off her "bucket list" over the next few years.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Wash. residents can track fires online

YAKIMA - Washington residents can keep track of fire and smoke activity in their area with the Washington Smoke Information blog.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Othello man charged for allegedly hitting jogger with car

EPHRATA - The Othello man arrested earlier this week for allegedly hitting a jogger with his car near Royal City Sunday night now faces charges in Grant County Superior Court.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Hay King to be named fair week

EPHRATA - Hay growers around the Basin can start preparing their best bales of hay for the Grant County Fair's upcoming Hay King contest.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Moses Lake woman makes walking stick for Brad Paisley

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake country music fan Bonnie Webb is going to this year's Watershed Music Festival with an agenda.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

BMW unveils i3 made with materials from Moses Lake

NEW YORK - The spotlight was on Moses Lake as BMW recently introduced its all-new i3 electric car, built with carbon fiber produced in Grant County.

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County coroner's office gains accreditation

EPHRATA - The Grant County Coroner's Office is now accredited, according to a recent statement from the International Association of Coroners and Medical Examiners.

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Olympia pest control company expands to serve Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - PCI Pest Control hopes to increase operations in the Basin with its new Moses Lake branch.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Basin nominations needed for business award

OLYMPIA - Community members have until the end of next month to nominate their favorite Basin businesses for the state's 2013 Corporations for Communities Award.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Ten Pin Brewing Co. serves first batch Friday

MOSES LAKE - Basin residents will be able to get their first taste of Ten Pin Brewing Co.'s craft beers later this week.

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Charges filed in Quincy shooting suspect

EPHRATA - Grant County prosecutors filed charges Monday against the suspect from Friday's shooting near Quincy.

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Ramos family seeks help with funeral costs

MOSES LAKE - The family of the Moses Lake father of three who was shot and killed in Othello Friday night is reaching out to the Basin community as they raise funds to help pay for funeral arrangements.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Washington Federal to acquire 51 Bank of America branches

SEATTLE - Two Grant County Bank of America branches are expected to be replaced by Seattle-based bank Washington Federal by the end of this year.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Retailers show interest in Grant County

MOSES LAKE - Grant County's presence at the May International Council of Shopping Centers' RECon (Retail Real Estate Convention) in Las Vegas caused some retailers to give the area a closer look.

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New study shows agriculture is Grant County's biggest money maker

MOSES LAKE - Compared to other industries in Grant County, agriculture and agriculture manufacturing are collectively the largest economic contributors in the county, according to a recent study.

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Grand Coulee delays new laser light show

GRAND COULEE - The premiere of Grand Coulee Dam's new laser light show is postponed until next summer.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Grant PUD photo contest runs through August

EPHRATA - Photography enthusiasts, take note: Grant County PUD's River Nomad photo contest is underway.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

EDC lunch will recap Las Vegas retail convention

MOSES LAKE - Highlights from the International Council of Shopping Centers' RECon (Retail Real Estate Convention) will be the focus of the Grant County Economic Development Council's luncheon next Thursday.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

ML Chamber hosts healthcare reform seminar, workshop for non-profits

MOSES LAKE - Basin employers can get an overview of how the health care reform will impact their business during a seminar sponsored by the Moses Lake Chamber of Commerce, Desert Insurance Benefits and CliftonLarsonAllen.

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Sonic sets sights on Moses Lake location

MOSES LAKE - Sonic America's Drive-In is coming to Moses Lake.

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Grant Co. joblessness rate at 8.6 percent

MOSES LAKE - Fewer Grant County residents were without work this past May than in May 2012, according to the most recent unemployment figures released by the Employment Security Department.

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Western Polymer buys Maine plant

MOSES LAKE - Western Polymer Corporation is expanding operations to the other side of the country.

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Safety stressed for 4th of July fireworks

MOSES LAKE - While some Basin residents will celebrate Independence Day by attending one of several public fireworks displays, others plan on setting off their own inventory of sparklers, Roman candles and other common fireworks.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Huge cherry pie stars in George July 4th

GEORGE - For the Georgettes, preparations for this year's Fourth of July celebration in George started early.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Grant Co. ranks third in number of cows

MOSES LAKE - Grant County is the third largest dairy county in the state, according to a recent Washington State University study.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

POML offers Sonico extension on lease

MOSES LAKE - Sonico Inc., may be able to avoid a break in business if the aircraft maintenance company and the Port of Moses Lake finalize an 18-month lease extension agreement.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Former Moses Lake resident is 'Tribute for Heroes' finalist

MOSES LAKE - United States Marine Corps Sgt. Nick Kimmel has the chance to be recognized at the 2013 Major League Baseball All-Star Game next month.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

McKean Law Office expands services

MOSES LAKE - While the McKean Law Office has been established in Moses Lake for about 30 years, they are expanding their legal services with the addition of a second attorney.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

All-Star players experience Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - When the about 70 players on the East-West High School All-Star football team aren't practicing for the big game, they're busy taking in the sights of Moses Lake.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Grant County sends 2 to National Rodeo

MOSES LAKE - Grant County will be well represented at next week's National Junior High Finals Rodeo in Gallup, N.M.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Veterans cemetery director visits Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - The state Department of Veterans Affairs is working to improve access to benefits for vets living on this side of the state.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

MLIRD rejects bid on mobile home

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District's mobile home will be put back up for bid after board directors rejected a $53,000 offer on the unit during their last meeting.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Learn about changes to work safety regulations

MOSES LAKE - Area businesses can learn more about changes to workplace safety regulations during the Moses Lake Chamber of Commerce's annual breakfast meeting June 25.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Pet Town employee becomes new owner

MOSES LAKE - The transition from employee to business owner was a relatively smooth one, Pet Town USA owner Ashlie Behner said.

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Hot dog vendor celebrates opening day

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake residents have a new lunchtime option.

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Genie leases another building from Port of Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - The Port of Moses Lake recently signed a two-year lease with Genie Industries for a 33,000 square-foot building off Randolph Road.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Powwow showcases Native American song, dance

SOAP LAKE - The sounds of Native American singing and drumming filled Soap Lake's East Beach Park over the weekend.

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Work begins at Legacy Resort

OTHELLO - Construction is underway on a golf resort and gated community near Potholes State Park.

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Quincy grocery store marks 50 years of business

QUINCY - Employees of Akins Harvest Foods in Quincy are gearing up to celebrate a major milestone this weekend.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Boys & Girls Club to move Larson clubhouse

MOSES LAKE - The Boys and Girls Clubs of the Columbia Basin will relocate its Larson clubhouse from Arnold Drive to nearby North Elementary School later this month.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Work begins to remedy declining Odessa water

OTHELLO - Plans are underway to bring surface water from the Columbia Basin Irrigation Project to landowners in parts of the Odessa Subarea in Grant, Adams, Walla Walla, Franklin and Douglas counties.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Pure Éire dairy recalls raw milk

OTHELLO - Raw milk products from Pure Éire dairy in Othello are being recalled due to the possibility of E. coli contamination.

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Grant Co. joblessness at 8.7 percent

MOSES LAKE - Jobs are returning to Grant County, according to a recent state report.

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Moses Lake Dutch Bros. raises money for MDA

MOSES LAKE - Basin residents helped Dutch Bros. Coffee raise more than $1,500 for the Muscular Dystrophy Association during a fundraiser recently.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Lind-Ritzville graduates eager for next chapter

RITZVILLE - With high school officially behind them, the 45 graduates of Lind-Ritzville High School are ready for their next challenge.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Tyke's 2 Kids moves to former Hallmark storefront in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - Children's resale store Tyke's 2 Kids has a new location.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Grant PUD uses Solar Races to teach renewable energy

MOSES LAKE - About 1,200 Basin fifth-graders recently learned that the sun can do pretty neat things.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Quincy top spot for distribution centers based on study

QUINCY — Companies looking to build new distribution centers might give Grant County a closer look after a recent study listed Quincy as the most economical site for operating warehouses in the West.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Duck Regatta supports afterschool programs for Boys and Girls Club

MOSES LAKE - Thousands of rubber ducks will once again hit the water this summer during the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Columbia Basin's June 14 Rubber Duck Regatta.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Genie Industries rebounds from economic downturn

MOSES LAKE - Although unfavorable market conditions a few years back forced layoffs at Genie Industries, a steady increase in demand for Genie products brought those jobs back.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Columbia River dams offer geocaching

GRAND COULEE - Hundreds of people flocked to the Grand Coulee, Chief Joseph and Rocky Reach dams last summer to participate in the D3 Geocache Challenge.

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Othello dairy recalls pasteurized milk

OTHELLO - No stores in Grant or Adams counties sold recalled products from an Othello dairy.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Experts gather at Home Expo

MOSES LAKE - Basin residents met with general contractors, landscapers and other home experts from around the region this weekend during the two-day Central Washington Home Expo.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

First Othello Taco Bell breaks ground on first Othello location

OTHELLO - Beginning this fall, Othello residents will no longer have to commute to get to the nearest Taco Bell.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Moses Lake angler wins tournament

OTHELLO - Moses Lake resident Aaron Echternkamp will compete in The Bass Federation's 2014 national competition after winning the Northwest division championship Friday.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Moses Lake woman celebrates 20 years on the job

MOSES LAKE - Tri-State Outfitters employee Karen Baker hasn't just spent the last 20 years clocking in, doing her job and going home.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Simplot honored for green-friendly efforts

MOSES LAKE - Several green initiatives in place at J.R. Simplot's Moses Lake facility were highlighted during a recent Association of Washington Business meeting.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Fishing tournaments a boost for Basin economy

OTHELLO - Sixty anglers spent most of Thursday with their poles in the water during the second day of The Bass Federation's 2013 Northwest Division championship at Potholes Lake.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

California woman shares story at Tuesday prayer breakfast

MOSES LAKE - California resident Diedra Wallis has learned that with faith, anyone can overcome obstacles in their life.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Central Wash. Home Expo this weekend

MOSES LAKE - Basin residents wanting to build a new home, or renovate an existing one, can turn to next weekend's Central Washington Home Expo for inspiration.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Central Wash. Home Expo this weekend

MOSES LAKE - Basin residents wanting to build a new home, or renovate an existing one, can turn to next weekend's Central Washington Home Expo for inspiration.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Farmer's Market enjoys busy opening weekend

MOSES LAKE - Vendors at the Moses Lake Farmer's Market say more than 100 Basin residents visited McCosh Park on Saturday for the market's opening day.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Golfers can win prizes at May 10 Moses Lake chamber tournament

MOSES LAKE - Basin golfers still have a chance to register for the Moses Lake Chamber of Commerce's golf tournament.

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Moses Lake Farmer's Market opens Saturday

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Farmer's Market is back.

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Sun Basin Growers gives $55,500 to Basin food banks

MOSES LAKE - Employees at CHS Sun Basin Growers recently gave Basin food banks a helping hand.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

State ag director visits ML Food Bank

MOSES LAKE - The Washington State Department of Agriculture sent an estimated $18.7 million in food and funding last year to food banks and other similar organizations around the state.

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Woody's Drive-In celebrates 30 years

MOSES LAKE - Since 1983, many Basin residents have turned to Woody's Drive-In in Moses Lake to satisfy cravings for burgers and shakes.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Aerospace industry growing

MOSES LAKE - While Grant County has established a strong agricultural industry over the years, the expansion of Everett-based Aviation Technical Services to Moses Lake signals the growth of another emerging industry.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Visit the Moses Lake Dutch Bros., help the Muscular Dystrophy Association

MOSES LAKE - Basin coffee drinkers can help Dutch Bros. Coffee raise funds for the Muscular Dystrophy Association by visiting the drive-thru stand May 3.

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Edward Jones investment firm opens fourth Moses Lake office

MOSES LAKE - Investment firm Edward Jones is increasing its presence in the Columbia Basin with the recent addition of a fourth branch in Moses Lake at 321. S. Beech St., Suite I.

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Soap Lake resident joins national contest

SOAP LAKE - Soap Lake resident Tami Lee Deines is hoping to put Grant County on the map by running in a contest to become Wrangler Western's 2013 Ultimate Cowgirl.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Sonico wants more time to vacate port facility

MOSES LAKE - Operations at Sonico Inc., could be interrupted if the aircraft maintenance company is still expected to vacate one of its buildings at the Grant County International Airport by July.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

AeroTEC expands to Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - A Seattle-based aircraft testing and certification company is getting ready to set up shop at the Grant County International Airport.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Shriners Circus returns to Moses Lake this week

MOSES LAKE - The El Katif Shriners are bringing their annual big top circus back to Moses Lake this week.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Grant PUD's shore plan approved

EPHRATA - The group governing the Grant County Public Utility District's dam operating license approved the agency's shoreline management plan recently.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Moses Lake raises funds for Boston victims

MOSES LAKE - Heather Silvers was at work when she heard about the two bombs that went off at the Boston Marathon Monday.

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Swap meet owners eager to grow

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Swap Meet & Mini Mall has been open for less than a year, but its owners are eager to expand.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Moses Lake chamber workshops offered

MOSES LAKE - Basin business owners can learn how to increase profits and use social media to their advantage by participating in two workshops offered by the Moses Lake Chamber of Commerce next week.

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Port of Moses Lake starts $4.4 million ramp project for Grant County Airport

MOSES LAKE - Port of Moses Lake officials expect to see increased Boeing testing at the Grant County International Airport once a $4.4 million ramp improvement project is completed.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Japan's inclusion in trade talks will benefit state

MOSES LAKE - The state's potato industry could see an increase in export activity to Japan if Japan is formally included in ongoing Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) trade talks.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Commission learns from week-long 'Food Stamp Challenge'

MOSES LAKE - A bag of potatoes can go a long way, which is a handy tip for families grocery shopping on a budget, according to the Washington State Potato Commission.

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New USDA loan program helps new, specialty farmers

EPHRATA - Basin farmers can take advantage of a new funding program through the U.S. Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency to help finance start-up costs.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

MLIRD to leave dredge in lake

MOSES LAKE - Residents can expect to see the Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District's hydraulic dredge floating in the lake for the next few months.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Group helps families to own homes

MOSES LAKE - Jared and Kristina Torgeson will get to call themselves first-time homeowners later this summer when construction on their Pelican Point home is completed.

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Boys and Girls Club breaks ground Saturday

MOSES LAKE - The Boys and Girls Clubs of the Columbia Basin soon will have a new clubhouse to host after-school activities.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Rock Top draws crowds to opening weekend

MOSES LAKE - It didn't take long for word to get out that Rock Top Burgers & Brew in Moses Lake had officially opened its doors for business.

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Distinguished Young Women program held Saturday in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - One high school junior will be named the Distinguished Young Woman of Moses Lake this weekend.

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Allied Arts annual auction to be held on Friday night

MOSES LAKE - The work of regional artists will be auctioned during the Columbia Basin Allied Arts' annual Art Soiree on Friday.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

'Children of Grace' moves to new facility

MOSES LAKE - Kids at the Children of Grace Preschool and Child Care Center now have more room to play.

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Sandhill Crane Festival draws thousands to Basin

OTHELLO - The annual spring migration of Sandhill Cranes through Othello draws bird enthusiasts from around the country, as well as from around the world.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Moses Lake businessman elected to aeronautic group

MOSES LAKE- Sonico Inc. Vice-President Jim Perdue will serve as vice-president of the Aeronautical Repair Station Association (ARSA), a group that represents more than 4,200 domestic and international repair stations.

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Aviation Technical Services expands to Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - Grant County will gain an estimated 50 new aerospace jobs as a result of the recent expansion of an Everett-based aircraft maintenance and repair company to Moses Lake.

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Moses Lake Mini Golf opens today

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake businessman R.J. McFadden remembers spending a lot of time at the former Skyline Miniature Golf Course while growing up.

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Commission embarks on food stamp challenge

MOSES LAKE- Incorporating potatoes into meals is one way families can eat nutritiously without going over their grocery budgets, according to the Washington State Potato Commission.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Hazardous waste collected next month

MOSES LAKE - Business and agencies will have the opportunity to dispose of small amounts of hazardous waste during Grant County Solid Waste's Small Business Hazardous Waste Collection Event next month.

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MLIRD sponsors kids fishing derby April 13

MOSES LAKE - Basin youth should start dusting off their fishing gear in preparation for next weekend's Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation Columbia Basin Kid's Fishing Derby.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

10 compete in Distinguished Young Women program

MOSES LAKE - Ten high school juniors will compete for the title of Distinguished Young Woman of Moses Lake and for college scholarship money later this month.

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Molahiettes snag 3 state titles in Yakima

MOSES LAKE- When they're not in class, members of the Moses Lake High School drill team are busy racking up state championship titles.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Aerospace industry grows in Grant Co.

MOSES LAKE - While Grant County has established a strong agricultural industry over the years, the expansion of Everett-based Aviation Technical Services to Moses Lake signals the growth of another emerging industry.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Moses Lake native takes over Othello veterinary clinic

OTHELLO - The former Broadway Animal Hospital in Othello got more than a name change when Moses Lake vet Dr. Sheena Sorensen took over the clinic earlier this year.

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Horizon Credit Union youth program honored

SPOKANE - Horizon Credit Union was recently recognized for promoting financial literacy among youth.

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Easter egg hunts coming this weekend

MOSES LAKE - Children in the Columbia Basin will have the opportunity to hunt for Easter eggs this weekend in several local communities.

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Basin dance group debuts Thursday

MOSES LAKE - A Moses Lake dance troupe makes its debut performance this week as part of the Columbia Basin Allied Arts' Emerging Talent series.

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Delicious Gala offers healthy meal plans

MOSES LAKE — As a busy mother of four, Sheryl Cassella saw firsthand how easy it was to fall into the trap of bringing home dinner from fast-food chains night after night.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Aviation Technical Services expands to Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - Grant County will gain an estimated 50 new aerospace jobs as a result of the recent expansion of an Everett-based aircraft maintenance and repair company to Moses Lake.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Ecology Dept. seeks public comment on Moses Lake site

MOSES LAKE - The state Department of Ecology is seeking public comment before it removes a natural gas meter station on Wheeler Road from Washington's hazardous sites list.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Savoie trial stays in Grant Co.

EPHRATA - Evan D. Savoie will be retried later this year in Grant County for killing a playmate, despite his attorney's request to move the trial to Clark County.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

The Health Zone moves to Third Avenue location

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake residents can now add working out to the list of things to do in LakeTown Landing.

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Goodwill recognizes Moses Lake woman

SPOKANE - The work of one Moses Lake Goodwill volunteer was recently put in the spotlight.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Watch NCAA at Papa's, help fund cancer research

MOSES LAKE - Basin basketball enthusiasts no longer have to feel guilty about watching hours of National Collegiate Athletic Association coverage.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Group promotes tourism in Coulee Corridor

WARDEN - More visitors to the Coulee Corridor National Scenic Byway often equates to more visitors to the cities and communities located along the route.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

MLIRD hosts Lakeshore Cleanup this weekend

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake residents have the opportunity to spruce up parts of the lake's shoreline this weekend during the Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District's Lakeshore Cleanup.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Moses Lake man charged with theft

EPHRATA - A Moses Lake man is accused of stealing about $4,500 in cash and six paychecks from an acquaintance's car in December.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

3 Quincy men face charges from bust

EPHRATA - The three Quincy men arrested during last week's drug bust are facing charges in Grant County Superior Court.

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Business preview provided at Grant EDC banquet

MOSES LAKE - The Grant County Economic Development Council banquet will provide a sneak peak of upcoming business projects.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Youth Dynamics provides guidance for Basin kids

MOSES LAKE - For more than 15 years, volunteers and staff at Youth Dynamics have helped Moses Lake kids lead more spiritual lives.

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Gilbert Auto Group files for Chapter 11

MOSES LAKE - Despite being named in several lawsuits, Gilbert Auto Nissan and other Northwest Gilbert dealerships will remain open, according to owner Mark Gilbert.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Ephrata man's conviction upheld

EPHRATA - The state Court of Appeals upheld the conviction of an Ephrata man found guilty of raping two girls between 1995 and 2004

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

MLIRD moves forward with sale of mobile home

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District is one step closer to selling its mobile home, after board directors established a minimum bid of $65,000 for the unit during a meeting this week.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Man pleads guilty in Munoz shooting

EPHRATA - A George man accused of fatally shooting Ramiro Munoz, Jr. in September 2011 plead guilty this week to second-degree murder in Grant County Superior Court.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Jensen Farms sues Chicago company

EPHRATA - Jensen Farms Produce claims a Chicago distributor owes it more than $79,000 for several shipments of onions that were never paid for.

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Online public records access a mixed bag

MOSES LAKE - Living in a digital age has its benefits.

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Royal City man charged with unlawful firearm possession

ROYAL CITY - Royal City resident Joel R. Havens, 53, faces charges in Grant Superior Court for allegedly carrying a loaded gun in his vehicle without a concealed pistol license.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Royal man charged with unlawful firearm possession

ROYAL CITY - Royal City resident Joel R. Havens, 53, faces charges in Grant Superior Court for allegedly carrying a loaded gun in his vehicle without a concealed pistol license.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Moses Lake man convicted of rape

EPHRATA - A Moses Lake man accused of raping a neighbor woman in October was found guilty of burglary and rape in Grant County Superior Court Wednesday.

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Nia Karson's brings powerful East Coast flavor to Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - For Jeff Miller, owning a restaurant was always his ultimate goal.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Japanese students share earthquake experiences

MOSES LAKE - Almost two years have passed since the Great East Japan Earthquake.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Quincy man charged for George shooting

EPHRATA - A Quincy man arrested in connection to Sunday night's shooting in George now faces attempted murder charges in Grant County Superior Court.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Soap Lake woman accused of burglary

EPHRATA - Grant County prosecutors charged Nichole M. Richardson, 31, of Soap Lake with second-degree burglary after she allegedly stole about $110 worth of merchandise from the Ephrata Walmart.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Moses Lake man charged with possession of meth

EPHRATA - Moses Lake resident Larry Q. Bronson Jr., 31, was charged with possession of methamphetamine after police reportedly discovered he had about 0.4 grams of the drug.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Gilbert Nissan named in Attorney General's complaint Monday

OLYMPIA - Several Northwest auto dealerships owned by Moses Lake businessman Mark Gilbert have allegedly failed to pay off buyer's trade-in vehicles as required by law, according to consumer complaints filed with the state Attorney General's office.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Roller Derby comes to Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - The intense, high-contact sport of roller derby has found its way to the Columbia Basin.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Allied Arts members seek Basin artwork

MOSES LAKE - Members of the Columbia Basin Allied Arts are collecting Basin artwork to auction at their fundraiser later this year.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Tourism group sponsors Quincy trout derby

QUINCY - Fishing enthusiasts can try their luck this weekend at the Quincy Valley Tourism Association's trout derby on Burke Lake.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

USDA urges Hispanic, women farmers to file discrimination claims by March 25

MOSES LAKE - Hispanic and women ranchers and farmers who allege discrimination by the United States Department of Agriculture have until March 25 to submit their claims to the agency.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Ephrata man accused of burglary

EPHRATA - Grant County prosecutors charged Ephrata resident Jay C. Fawver, 39, with residential burglary after a Soap Lake homeowner allegedly found Fawver in his trailer last week.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Man charged for leaving I-90 wreck

EPHRATA - Nicholas M. Wiszniewski, 31, of Great Britain, faces DUI and hit and run charges after he allegedly left the scene of an accident along Interstate 90 last week.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Pets, owners visit Moses Lake Petco

MOSES LAKE - National animal supply chain Petco opened its Moses Lake store on Monday, but not all of its customers that day were of the human variety.

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Brides use expo to plan ahead

For Basin brides, it's never too early to start planning a wedding.

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County, REC Silicon settle property tax fight

EPHRATA - REC Silicon is entitled to a $16 million refund from Grant County for property taxes the Moses Lake plant paid in 2011, under a formalized settlement agreement announced this week between the two parties.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Couple buys wine, music bar Imbibe

MOSES LAKE - Chuck and Rani Tudor were definitely considered regulars at Imbibe in downtown Moses Lake.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

MLBA names new director

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake resident Jasmyne DeBeaumont is the new executive director of the Moses Lake Business Association.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Moses Lake Petco to open on Feb. 25

MOSES LAKE - National animal supply chain Petco opens the doors to its North Stratford Road location on Monday.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Dressmakers to unveil 2013 trends at Expo

MOSES LAKE - Brides wanting to make their walk down the aisle in style can turn to the 2013 Columbia Basin Bridal Expo for inspiration.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Nickels' motion for new trial denied

EPHRATA - David Nickels won't be getting a new trial because Grant County Superior Court Judge Evan Sperline denied Nickels' motion Tuesday.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Soap opera star meets her fans in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - Gig Harbor resident Shawn Wendling drove more than three hours to Moses Lake to have Valentine's Day dinner at Moses Pointe.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Moses Lake men charged with alleged burglary

EPHRATA - Charges have been brought against the two Moses Lake men arrested last week for allegedly burglarizing a Moses Lake home.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

MLBA director resigns this month

MOSES LAKE - After dedicating almost five years of working to improve Moses Lake's downtown business district, Moses Lake Business Association's Marianne Kirwan announced she is resigning as the organization's executive director.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

MLIRD to sell mobile home intended for Connelly Park

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation Board of Directors approved the sale of a mobile home purchased last year during a Tuesday meeting.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Grant PUD finalizes plan for White River salmon

EPHRATA - The Priest Rapids Coordinating Committee recently agreed on a long-term plan that sets the course for White River spring Chinook salmon for the next 13 years, according to Grant PUD.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Warden woman charged in connection to '12 robbery

EPHRATA - Carla M. Orvis, 53, of Warden is accused of stealing about $950 from a Moses Lake business in February 2012.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Moses Lake woman charged with theft

EPHRATA - Grant County prosecutors recently charged Moses Lake resident Irene M. Ramirez, 39, with theft and criminal impersonation.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Grant Co. PUD names new general manager

EPHRATA - Grant County PUD commissioners announced the appointment of Tony Webb as the new general manager for the agency Monday.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Warden man charged with burglary, assault

EPHRATA - Grant County prosecutors recently charged Warden resident Armando Gonzales Perez, 23, with burglary, assault and malicious mischief after he allegedly broke into a Soap Lake home.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Gilbert Nissan sued for $3.4 million over contract

EPHRATA - A Nissan financing company is suing Gilbert Nissan over claims the Moses Lake dealership breached contract agreements, resulting in about $3.4 million of unpaid loan balances.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Moses Lake, Othello realtors recognized

MOSES LAKE - The work of realtors in the Moses Lake and Othello area was recently highlighted during the Moses Lake-Othello Realtors Association banquet.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Grant Co. PUD names new general manager

EPHRATA - Grant County PUD commissioners announced the appointment of Tony Webb as the new general manager for the agency Monday.

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Grant EDC works to lure new stores

MOSES LAKE - Grant County residents wanting more shopping and dining choices could get their way in the near future.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Dell goes private in $24.4 billion deal with Silver Lake

QUINCY - Operations at Dell's Quincy data center will not be affected by the company's recent announcement of a $24.4 billion buyout, according to Dell officials.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Soap Lake restaurant to hold benefit dinner

SOAP LAKE - The Desert Diner in Soap Lake hosts a spaghetti feed Saturday to help a Grant County family coping with the loss of a father and teenage daughter.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Grant PUD gives raises to non-union employees

EPHRATA - Grant County PUD commissioners recently approved a 3 percent general wage increase for non-union employees.

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Number of out of work Grant Co. residents increases

MOSES LAKE - Grant County unemployment jumped to 11.2 percent in December, an increase of 2.7 percent from November, according to a recent state report.

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Grant PUD gathers input on proposed transmission line

MOSES LAKE - Grant County PUD officials held their first of two public meetings Thursday to provide details and gather public comment on a proposed transmission line.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Juergens Brothers Dairy named in suspected TB case

MOSES LAKE - Washington State Department of Agriculture officials released Juergens Brothers Dairy's name on Thursday as being the operation where a case of bovine TB is suspected.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Regulations highlighted at Conference

KENNEWICK - New food safety regulations and the impact of Obamacare were among the many issues touched upon by Washington State Potato Commission Executive Director Chris Voigt Wednesday.

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Exhibitors value potato conference

KENNEWICK - Trade show exhibitors got the chance to promote their services to hundreds of potato industry members during the first day of the 2013 Washington-Oregon Potato Conference.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Potato conference kicks off today

KENNEWICK - The 2013 Washington-Oregon Potato Conference is officially underway today at the Three Rivers Convention Center in Kennewick.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Grant Co. PUD names new general manager

EPHRATA - Grant County PUD commissioners announced the appointment of Tony Webb as the new general manager for the agency Monday.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Moses Lake residents support right to life

MOSES LAKE - The annual Knights of Columbus Right to Life Walk drew dozens of people Sunday. Demonstrators spent the afternoon walking along Stratford Road in support of the pro-life movement.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Highway 17 collision claims Moses Lake man, teen

MOSES LAKE - A Moses Lake man and a 13-year-old girl were killed Saturday morning when a semi-truck turned in front of their vehicle four miles north of Moses Lake on state Route 17.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Homelessness: Grant County's hidden issue

MOSES LAKE - It was after 6 a.m. and although the sun wasn't quite up yet, there was just enough light for volunteer Nicole Cedillo to make out what appeared to be the remains of a homeless camp.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Ecology fines B&G Farms for alleged water violation

ROYAL CITY- The state Department of Ecology announced Thursday that B&G Farms in Royal City will have to pay a $20,000 fine for allegedly violating Washington's water quality laws.

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Right to Life Walk this weekend

MOSES LAKE - The annual Knights of Columbus Right to Life Walk is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. Sunday.

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Grant PUD proposes power line

EPHRATA - To accommodate growth, Grant County PUD officials recently announced plans for a new transmission line.

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Moses Lake Walgreens to offer infusion therapy option

MOSES LAKE - Columbia Basin residents now have another option when it comes to seeking infusion therapy services.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Candidates sought for Miss Warden contest

WARDEN - The chance to represent Warden at various events this year is up for grabs.

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WSDA suspects Bovine TB in Grant County dairy cow

OLYMPIA - A cow from a Grant County dairy, suspected of having had bovine tuberculosis, was sent to slaughter earlier this month.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Women's health specialist joins Moses Lake practice

MOSES LAKE- Patients at Comprehensive Family Care now have another health care provider to call on with the recent addition of Tammy Nolan, advanced registered nurse practitioner.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Jones of Washington named top winery in the state

QUINCY - Wine hailing from the Columbia Basin was recently put in the spotlight after Jones of Washington was named the 2012 Washington Winery of the Year by Wine Press Northwest.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Warden Development Council honors volunteers and shakers

WARDEN - Members of the Warden Development Council recently recognized a handful of influential community members for their contributions to Warden during a meeting Wednesday.

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Moses Lake chamber Business Expo is Jan. 15

MOSES LAKE - Businesses in the area will be showcased at the Moses Lake Chamber of Commerce Business Expo on Jan. 15 at the ATEC building at Big Bend Community College from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

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Basin Track Club launches online store

MOSES LAKE - Track and Field runners in the R.A.W. SPEED Track Club are gearing up for their 2013 season, but needed a way to help offset the costs of travelling out of town for track meets.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

George welcomes first public library

GEORGE - Residents of George now have a public library to call their own, after the North Central Regional Library recently opened their newest Grant County branch.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Grant County population to reach 100,000 by 2018

MOSES LAKE - Good news for growth in the area, as Grant County is estimated to pass the 100,000 population mark within in the next few years.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Ring in 2013 with Polar Bear Plunge

MOSES LAKE - While some people celebrate the new year with noisemakers and resolutions, others welcome it in more extreme ways.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Community pulls together for Moses Lake family

MOSES LAKE - Community support is starting to pour in for a Moses Lake family who lost their home to a fire this week, and the Moses Lake Chamber of Commerce has set up an account to make it easier for fellow community members to help the family.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Moses Lake remembers 1952 airplane crash

MOSES LAKE - It was a few days before Christmas in 1952, and dozens of servicemen at the former Larson Air Force Base were eagerly preparing for a long-awaited trip home for the holidays.

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Made in Moses Lake promotes local artists

MOSES LAKE - Although farmer's market activity has halted for the winter, some items from popular Moses Lake vendors are still available with the recent opening of Schmiggitty Made in Moses Lake.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

MLIRD land purchase on hold

MOSES LAKE - Although the Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District board of directors approved a $362,000 land purchase earlier this month, the signing of final papers on the lot that previously housed the Frank Holmes Lumber Company was put off until January. It was brought up during a special …

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Ken Kernan wins election for new MLIRD director

MOSES LAKE - Former Grant County undersheriff Ken Kernan is the new Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District director.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Privatized liquor sales force smaller stores to diversify

MOSES LAKE - Small liquor stores in Grant County are having to adjust to a whole new market, as new regulations and new competition continue to crop up in the wake of Initiative 1183, which privatized liquor sales with its passing last year.

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HOPE hosts toy collection for Grant County kids

MOSES LAKE - The HOPE Agency Family Services is holding a Christmas toy drive to help bring Christmas to kids in the Grant County area who may not get to experience a traditional holiday.

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Grant PUD remembers Allred

EPHRATA - Grant County PUD staff are mourning the loss of former commissioner Randy Allred, 62, who died of cancer at his Royal City home on Friday. Allred, a Royal City farmer, served on the PUD board of commissioners since 2003, and resigned earlier this year due to declining health …

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Hansen, MLIRD staff clash over refund notices

MOSES LAKE - Hundreds of notices were recently mailed to people who may be eligible for a land assessment refund from the Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District. However, actual refunds are not currently being given to those individuals since district officials say the notices did not originate from the …

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American Legion building gets face lift

MOSES LAKE - Members of the American Legion Post 209 do a lot for the people of Moses Lake. They provide a 21-gun salute for fallen service members, they visit veterans in nursing homes and hospitals and they help make the homes of older veterans safe.

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Soap Lake celebrates Winterfest

SOAP LAKE - Organizers of Soap Lake's annual Winterfest said the town's Christmas celebration was successful at bringing residents together to enjoy the festivities.

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Share the Warmth keeps lights on for PUD customers

MOSES LAKE - Grant County residents who find themselves struggling to pay their power bills may not have to worry about having their electricity shut off.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Peter Loth shares Holocaust story promotes forgiveness

MOSES LAKE - Peter Loth was born at a Nazi concentration camp in Stutthof, Poland. But he doesn't remember that, or any of the atrocities that occurred at the camp.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Privatized liquor sales force smaller stores to diversify

MOSES LAKE - Small liquor stores in Grant County are having to adjust to a whole new market, as new regulations and new competition continue to crop up in the wake of Initiative 1183, which privatized liquor sales with its passing last year.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Grant County cracks down on underage drinking

MOSES LAKE - Grant County teens continue to get access to and consume alcohol, according to the most recent Washington Healthy Youth Study, which is a trend members of the Moses Lake Community Prevention Coalition are working to reverse.

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Moses Lake man killed in accident at Genie plant

MOSES LAKE - A Moses Lake man was killed Tuesday evening during an industrial accident at the Genie Industries plant, according to the Grant County Sheriff's Office on Wednesday.

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Skaug pulls ahead in MLIRD race

MOSES LAKE - A preliminary count of votes from Tuesday's Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District election show Moses Lake businessman David Skaug leading the race for MLIRD board director by 601 votes.

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Grant PUD approves rate increase of 6 percent

EPHRATA - On the average, residential Grant PUD customer can expect to see an estimated $5 monthly increase on their power bills.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

MLIRD voters turn out Tuesday to decide new director

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District landowners cast their votes for a new board director Tuesday night during the district's 2012 election at the former John L. Scott building in Moses Lake.

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HOPE collects toys for Grant Co. kids

MOSES LAKE - The HOPE Agency Family Services is holding a Christmas toy drive to help bring Christmas to kids in the Grant County area who may not get to experience a traditional holiday.

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Senator to head Commerce, Labor committee

OLYMPIA - Sen. Janéa Holmquist Newbry, R-Moses Lake, was recently named chair of the Senate Commerce and Labor Committee, and will head the bipartisan coalition when the 2013 legislative session begins Jan. 14.

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Grant PUD approves 2013 budget

EPHRATA - Grant County PUD commissioners unanimously adopted a budget of about $305 million during a regular commission meeting on Monday.

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Unchained Brotherhood gives back to Moses Lake kids

MOSES LAKE - Members of the Moses Lake Unchained Brotherhood spent their weekend making sure that kids in Moses Lake will have gifts to open this Christmas.

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Port of Moses Lake receives $1M state grant

MOSES LAKE - A Port of Moses Lake hangar renovation project will move forward, after the port recently received a $1 million grant from the state Department of Commerce's Community Economic Revitalization Board (CERB).

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Moses Lake Ramada hotel earns 'Best of 2012' title

MOSES LAKE - Although the Moses Lake Ramada is one of hundreds of Ramada hotel chains around the world, brothers Tim and Matthew Molitor have worked hard to make sure their Moses Lake location stands out.

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MLIRD approves land purchase

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District Board of Directors approved a $362,000 land purchase, for a lot that will eventually house a permanent MLIRD office, during a special meeting Tuesday night.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Moses Lake cracks down on underage drinking

MOSES LAKE - Grant County teens continue to get access to and consume alcohol, according to the most recent Washington Healthy Youth Study, which is a trend members of the Moses Lake Community Prevention Coalition are working to reverse.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Peter Loth shares Holocaust story promotes forgiveness

MOSES LAKE — Peter Loth was born at a Nazi concentration camp in Stutthof, Poland. But he doesn't remember that, or any of the atrocities that occurred at the camp.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Soap Lake to honor Hinkel through holiday lights

SOAP LAKE - Soap Lake residents could always count on Vern Hinkel's annual Christmas light display during the holiday season.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Columbia Northwest Engineering celebrates 20 years in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE- Although Phillip Bloom closes the doors of his first engineering firm in Idaho due to the economic recession in the early 1980's, he never let his dream of owning a successful business fade.

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MLIRD candidates talk issues

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District director candidates shared their opinions on various district issues including dredging and water quality with ratepayers.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Moses Lake Rotary holds annual Diaper Drive

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Rotary purchased 8,537 diapers and more than 14,000 wipes for New Hope with money collected during its annual Diaper Drive.

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Allied Arts brings Celtic Christmas to town

MOSES LAKE - Northwest violinist Geoffrey Castle is bringing his Celtic Christmas Celebration to Moses Lake for the first time.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Grant Co. PUD commissioner sworn in

EPHRATA - Recently appointed Grant County PUD commissioner Larry Schaapman was sworn in on Monday. PUD commissioners unanimously appointed Schaapman earlier this month to fill the open District 3 commissioner seat left vacant by former commissioner Randy Allred. Schaapman will serve the remainder of Allred's term, which expires in December …

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State apple study recognizes Quincy, Cold Train

QUINCY - The Washington Apple Commission recently credited the Port of Quincy and the Cold Train service for having a positive impact on Washington's billion-dollar apple industry.

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Grant County unemployment at 7.4 percent

MOSES LAKE- Grant County unemployment dropped to 7.4 percent in October, a decrease of 0.2 percent compared to September, according to a state report.

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Port of Moses Lake approves '13 budget

MOSES LAKE- Port of Moses Lake commissioners unanimously approved a $6.2 million operating budget and a $9 million capital budget Monday.

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Quincy department store closes doors after 34 years

QUINCY - Vaughn and Bonita Vordahl, owners of Vordahl's department store in Quincy, recently announced they will soon close the doors to their family business.

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Petco, Famous Footwear coming to Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - National animal supply store Petco and shoe retailer Famous Footwear are expected to move into the same space as Ross Dress for Less in the former Food Pavilion building on North Stratford Road.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Moses Lake couple collects Nativity sets

MOSES LAKE - When Larry and Lois Anderson travel, they pass on typical souvenirs like magnets and T-shirts and instead try to bring back Christmas Nativity sets from their various international destinations.

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Salvation Army seeks volunteers

MOSES LAKE - As The Salvation Army's holiday fundraising gets underway, organization officials said the success of their efforts depends on number of volunteers they get this year.

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Quincy pair open new cafe in historic building

QUINCY - When long-time friends Carrie Weber and Charlene Sherman decided to go into business together, they knew they wanted to do something a little more non-traditional.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Swartz wins Grant County commissioner race

EPHRATA - Incumbent Grant County Commissioner Carolann Swartz was re-elected last week, beating out opponent James Liebrecht to keep her current office.

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Petco, Famous Footwear to share Ross building

MOSES LAKE - National animal supply store Petco and shoe retailer Famous Footwear are expected to move into the same space as Ross Dress for Less in the former Food Pavilion building on North Stratford Road.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

Grant County PUD appoints new commissioner

EPHRATA - Grant County PUD commissioners unanimously appointed Quincy resident Larry Schaapman to fill the open District 3 commissioner seat during a board meeting Tuesday.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

New childcare center caters to working parents

MOSES LAKE - Parents with jobs requiring them to work evenings or on weekends often have difficulty finding quality childcare to match their busy schedules. It is a problem one Moses Lake daycare provider has seen recently increase.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

Quincy's Ancient Lakes wine officially recognized

QUINCY - Wine hailing from the Quincy area now has a special distinction after the Ancient Lakes of Columbia Valley Region was officially recognized as Washington's 13th American Viticultural Area.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

Ephrata McDonald's gets face lift

EPHRATA - Improving customer experience at the Ephrata McDonald's is what drove owners Dale Mills and Chuck Hillis to do a complete overhaul of the fast-food location. The Ephrata McDonald's has been under construction for the past few weeks.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

Quincy's Ancient Lakes wine recognized

QUINCY - Wine hailing from the Quincy area now has a special distinction after the Ancient Lakes of Columbia Valley Region was officially recognized as Washington's 13th American Viticultural Area.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

Grant PUD commissioner finalists talk issues

QUINCY - The three finalists up for the vacant Grant County PUD district 3 board position recently met with residents to discuss how they would handle various public concerns and work with people in their district if selected.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

Moses Lake dentist retires after 33 years

MOSES LAKE - Dr. Clifford Morgan has spent the last 33 years caring for people's smiles in the Moses Lake area, but the dentist says it's time for him to start caring for his own.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

Swartz wins Grant County commissioner race

EPHRATA - Incumbent Grant County Commissioner Carolann Swartz was re-elected Tuesday night, beating out opponent James Liebrecht to keep her current office.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

McKenna visits Moses Lake Thursday

MOSES LAKE - With election day looming, gubernatorial candidate Attorney General Rob McKenna stopped in Moses Lake Thursday for a brief rally with Grant County supporters at C&V Auto.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

Moses Lake dealership improves

MOSES LAKE - The new Ford of Moses Lake and Honda of Moses Lake dealership has only been operating for a few months, but general manager Vonn Jones said business is booming at the auto center.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

Quincy's Ancient Lakes wine recognized

QUINCY - Wine hailing from the Quincy area now has a special distinction after the Ancient Lakes of Columbia Valley Region was officially recognized as Washington's 13th American Viticultural Area.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

Royal port plans office move

ROYAL CITY - The Port of Royal Slope recently acquired a new office building, and port officials hope to move into their new space by Nov. 1.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

Moses Lake business leaders share transportation needs

MOSES LAKE - The Association of Washington Business met with Grant County business leaders to discuss area transportation needs on Friday at the Moses Lake Chamber of Commerce.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

Family jewelry store celebrates 59 years in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - In the 1950s, Fred and Marlys Reiber heard about the economic promise of a Central Washington town that had just started an irrigation project and decided to move their family from the Portland, Ore. area to Moses Lake.

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Royal port plans office move

ROYAL CITY - The Port of Royal Slope recently acquired a new office building, and port officials hope to move in to their new space by Nov. 1.

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Royal City winery receives national recognition

ROYAL CITY - Wine Spectator, a national publication for wine enthusiasts, recently awarded high scores to several wines from Royal City winery Gard Vintners.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

Moses Lake ratepayers unhappy over proposed hike in utilities rates

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake residents voiced their concerns over the Grant County PUD's 2013 proposed budget, specifically regarding rate increases, during a public hearing at the Moses Lake Civic Center.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

Moses Lake moms run charity half marathon

MOSES LAKE - A group of seven working moms recently managed to find time between their full-time jobs, their kids' activities and other commitments to train and participate in a half-marathon.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

Grant PUD announces district board finalists

EPHRATA - Grant County PUD commissioners announced Monday the three finalists for the district 3 board position that will be left vacant by Randy Allred.

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Riley Gonzales raises arthritis awareness

MOSES LAKE - Walk up to 6-year-old Riley Gonzales and he will likely greet you with a huge smile and perhaps a gentle hug.

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Chinasoft International expands to Quincy

MOSES LAKE — Global software company Chinasoft International is gearing up to launch operations at its Quincy data center within the next month.

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Rental Housing Assoc. meets Monday in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - The statewide Rental Housing Association is looking to extend its services to property owners and managers in Grant County.

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USDA sets aside funding for women, minorities

EPHRATA - The U.S. Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency recently announced it allocated a portion of its farm loan program funding specifically for women and minority producers.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

Employers connect with job seekers at Big Bend job fair

MOSES LAKE - More than a dozen companies in Grant County met with potential employees during Big Bend Community College's fall hiring event Wednesday.

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PUD presents '13 budget

EPHRATA - Grant County PUD officials are seeking public comment on their proposed 2013 budget, which they hope to adopt by next month.

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MLHS cheerleaders support cancer awareness

MOSES LAKE - Although Lion's Field is typically dotted with maroon and gold during Moses Lake High School football games, it was a sea of all things pink during Friday night's home game.

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New real estate company moves in to Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - A new real estate company set up shop in Moses Lake, providing the area with residential, commercial and industrial property listings.

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MLIRD may slash 2013 budget by half

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District's 2013 budget could be reduced by 50 percent after the board of directors voted to have district General Manager Curt Carpenter draft a new budget during their meeting Tuesday night.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

MLIRD talks dredge during Vision 2020

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District met with about 30 members of Vision 2020 to discuss dredge operations and other district happenings during a special meeting held Tuesday at the Moses Lake Chamber of Commerce.

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Spray planes test equipment during annual clinic

MOSES LAKE - Washington state spray operators had the chance to test their equipment Monday during a national Operation S.A.F.E. clinic at the Moses Lake Municipal Airport.

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Ritzville auction funds relief programs

RITZVILLE - Hundreds of area residents traveled to rural Ritzville for the Mennonite Country Auction Saturday.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Water treatment odor discussed in Warden

WARDEN - Odors associated with the treatment of industrial wastewater in Warden could have an effect on how visitors and citizens alike see the town.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

North Stratford Mini Mart unveils touchscreen soda fountain

MOSES LAKE - Have you ever had an orange-flavored Coke? How about a diet vanilla root beer, or a peach-infused sparkling water?

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

MLIRD to operate dredge

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District recently started running its hydraulic dredge and officials say progress is being made on the district's efforts to remove excess sediment from the lake.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Commissioner candidates talk plans

MOSES LAKE - Candidates for Grant County commissioner presented their views on economic and social issues facing the county during a public candidate's forum held Monday night at the Moses Lake Museum and Art Center.

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PUD spokeswoman dedicates 36 years to work

MOSES LAKE - Grant County PUD public affairs officer Rita Bjork is retiring from the agency after 36 years of service.

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Local crews fights fires by air

MOSES LAKE - An increase of fire activity in Central Washington has led to a similar increase in local fire fighting efforts.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Moses Lake crew fights fires by air

MOSES LAKE - An increase of fire activity in Central Washington has led to a similar increase in local fire fighting efforts.

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Quincy wellness center focuses on alternative healing

QUINCY - Former nurse Ingrid Huffman is bringing a new approach to health and wellness to the residents of Quincy.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Conservation districts to combine

CHELAN - The separate Grant County, Moses Lake and Warden conservation districts will soon become one district after a recent decision by the Washington State Conservation Commission.

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Moses Lake grad fights for higher education issues

MOSES LAKE - Former Moses Lake resident Kaleb Hoffer is proving that students from small towns are capable of making pretty big changes.

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Air Force drill team wows Moses Lake students

MOSES LAKE - For a crowded middle school gym, it got pretty quiet during a recent visit by the Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Farmer's Market vendors open up permanent Moses Lake location

MOSES LAKE - Homemade crafts enthusiasts no longer have to wait for weekly farmer's market events to check out new products.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Wheatland Bank receives five-star rating

SPOKANE - Wheatland Bank announced Thursday that it received a superior five-star rating from the nation's leading bank rating and research firm.

COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Quincy noticed in 'Irrigation Leader' magazine

MOSES LAKE - Irrigation efforts in the Columbia Basin were highlighted recently with the publication of the latest Irrigation Leader magazine.

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Amway breaks ground for Port of Quincy facility

QUINCY - Amway officials signaled the start of construction on their $38 million botanical manufacturing facility during a ground breaking ceremony.

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Ag Tour showcases sustainability effort

MOSES LAKE - Agricultural production has long been a tradition in Grant County, and companies are now recognizing the need to adopt sustainablity practices to ensure a strong industry for the future.

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Downtown Loan under new ownership

MOSES LAKE - Downtown Loan Company may have undergone a slight name change, but the services it offers to customers remains the same.

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Othello beekeepers show goods at fair

OTHELLO - For almost two decades, Barbara and her husband Kenneth Caylor have been supplying the Othello community with homemade honey products.

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Layoffs loom for Ephrata Katana Summit employees

EPHRATA - Facing tough industry conditions, wind tower manufacturer Katana Summit officials announced this week that they are actively looking for a buyer for its Ephrata and Columbus, Neb. operations.

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MLIRD awards contract for dredge study

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District Board of Directors approved a $30,000 contract for a study exploring dredging options Tuesday night.

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Farmers honored during Quincy FCAD Saturday

QUINCY - Although the area's agricultural products were on display during Quincy's Farmer Consumer Awareness Day, it was really the hard work put in by local farmers that was celebrated during the weekend.

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Old-fashioned threshing

MOSES LAKE - It may be 2012, but for a couple of hours last weekend a whistling steam engine and the old machine it powered took Moses Lake residents back to the early 1900's.

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Ephrata bakery appeals to sweet lovers

EPHRATA - Grant County residents with a sweet tooth can now look to newly opened Doughshinsky's Bakery and Boutique to satisfy their cravings.

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Quincy Farmer-Consumer Awareness Day this weekend

QUINCY - Farmer-Consumer Awareness Day kicks off this weekend in Quincy, giving the local community a chance to explore the area's agricultural roots.

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Fish bypass delay won't impact deadline

MATTAWA - Although an increase in water activity at the Priest Rapids Dam has delayed progress on a fish bypass project by more than two months, Grant County PUD officials said Tuesday timely construction is still feasible.

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Solution to declining water supply

MOSES LAKE - Federal and state environmental officials identified a solution to remedy a decline in groundwater resources in the Odessa subarea.

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New Ephrata store caters to young at heart

EPHRATA - You don't have to be a kid to be a kid at heart.

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Moses Lake business leaders talk priorities with Association of Washington Business

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake and state business leaders met Wednesday at the Chamber of Commerce to decide which industry issues to focus on during the 2013 legislative session.

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Amway breaks ground in Quincy facility

QUINCY - Amway officials signaled the start of construction on their $38 million botanical manufacturing facility during a ground breaking ceremony Wednesday.

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Health officials push for immunizations

MOSES LAKE - With 10 confirmed cases of whooping cough in Grant County this summer, five of which were reported within the last week alone, health officials are urging parents to get their children vaccinated before the start of the upcoming school year.

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FAA grants port $3.8 million

MOSES LAKE - Plans to renovate an existing ramp at the Grant County International Airport move forward after port officials Monday accepted a Federal Aviation Administration grant to fund most of the reconstruction costs.

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Moses Lake girl donates hair to Locks of Love

MOSES LAKE - When it came time for seven-year-old Jenessa Cisneros' annual school haircut, she didn't want just a trim. Instead, she parted with 12 inches of her long, brown tresses and watched as the stylist placed her cut ponytail in a plastic bag before continuing with the haircut.

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REC Silicon jobs remain secure

MOSES LAKE - Despite tough global market conditions for renewable energy companies, jobs at REC Silicon's Moses Lake plant are safe according to company executives.

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Fuel thefts frustrate Moses Lake pilots

MOSES LAKE - While fuel thefts over the past year at the Moses Lake Municipal Airport have affected flying companies financially, it's safety for flyers that now has Moses Lake pilots concerned.

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PUD breaks ground on heritage center

MATTAWA - Construction on a new heritage facility is under way after Grant County PUD officials broke ground on a center to showcase the Wanapum culture recently.

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Miss Rodeo Washington crowned

MOSES LAKE - The search for another great promoter of the sport of rodeo in Washington is over as Jessica Tennant, of Deer Park, was named the 2013 Miss Rodeo Washington over the weekend.

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First night of rodeo amps crowd

MOSES LAKE - The 69th Moses Lake Roundup Rodeo kicked off last night, with local and out of state competitors squaring off in front of a crowd clearly excited for some rodeo action.

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Miss Moses Lake enjoys Grant Co. fair

MOSES LAKE - It's hard to go anywhere fast at the Grant County Fairgrounds if you've got a shiny tiara perched on your head and a white sash proclaiming your royal status.

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Burgers, shakes mainstay at new Ralphie's restaurant

MOSES LAKE - Move over Moses Lake establishments, there's a new burger joint in town.

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Moses Lake girl becomes cowgirl for a day

MOSES LAKE - Most little girls dream of being a princess.

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