Immigration Scam In Ephrata

Ephrata Police report a new phone scam is making the rounds where the caller claims to be with United States Citizenship and Immigration Services and threatens to arrange deportation unless the victim sends money via a prepaid debit card. Investigators say the caller also asks for personal information including the victim’s address. If you get … Read more

Stratford Road Construction Starts Monday

Overnight construction on Stratford Road in Moses Lake begins on Monday and goes through Oct. 23. The work takes place between 6:30 p.m. until 6:30 a.m. Monday through Friday. No work is being done during the day but there may be lane restrictions during those times so plan for delays. We have a list of … Read more

Rusty Mammoth Art & Collectible Sale Is Saturday

The Moses Lake Museum and Arts Center is holding its Rusty Mammoth Art & Collectible Sale this Saturday in the Moses Lake Civic Center parking lot from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. There will be art, collectibles, antiques, ceramics, glassware, vintage textiles, books, art supplies, home decor and more items for sale. All proceeds benefit … Read more

Kittitas County Law & Justic Center Offering Grants

The Kittitas County Law and Justice Council is offering mini grants to organizations and community groups that support the law and justice system. This can include equipment materials, new programs and projects that support the goals of the Law and Justice Council and benefit the public and law and justice community. Application must be postmarked … Read more

DOC Awards Child Care Grants

The State Department of Commerce is awarding over $1.3 million to help increase child care availability. 16 organizations will get the grants awarded during the first round which goes through June 2021. Commerce Director Lisa Brown says thousands of parents are either paying more than they could afford, or struggling to find quality child care … Read more

Biden Endorses Inslee

Former Vice President and Democratic Presidential Nominee Joe Biden endorsed Gov. Jay Inslee for re-election. Biden said Inslee is a national leader during the COVID-19 crisis and is building an economy that works for everyone in Washington state. Inslee said he looks forward to working with a leader who follows science and is committed to … Read more

Local Coronavirus Update

The Grant County Health District reported 35 new coronavirus cases as of Monday with the total just shy of 2.960. Cases are residents of Ephrata, Moses Lake, Quincy area, Royal City, and Warden. More than 760 people were tested at three Grant County events last week and officials are contacting those who tested positive. 18 … Read more

Big Turnout For Bounty Hole Event

Around 1,500 attended last weekend’s Bounty Hole & Freestyle Mud Trucks at the Moses Lake sand dunes event sponsored by the Sand Scorpions. The 10th anniversary event featured an enlarged Bounty Hold course with a sharper corner. The Sand Scorpions group consists of over 1600 families dedicated to preserving off road areas, promoting off road … Read more

GCFD7 In The Running For Grant

Grant County Fire District 7 makes it into the final pool of 200 fire companies vying for a State Farm Insurance Company’s Neighborhood Assist program grant. The insurer is awarding 40 $25,000 grants to deserving applicants this year and for District 7 the money is more imporant due to continued struggles brought on by the … Read more

Bill Seeks To Ban NA Nicknames

Two dozen Washington High Schools could have to change their mascots or nicknames if a bill sponsored by 40th District State Representative Debra Lekanoff banning Native America-themed names makes it into law. The legislation gained momentum after the NFL’s Washington team dropped their Native American name earlier this year. Locally Moses Lake High School and … Read more