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BASIN EVENTS: Feb. 20-28, 2026
COLUMBIA BASIN — We’re rounding out February in the Basin with lots of fun things to do. Here are a few.
Ladies Night Out
MOSES LAKE — Woman of all ages enjoyed a night of shopping and socializing, at the Downtown Moses Lake Association’s inaugural Ladies Night Out Feb. 12.
CBAA seeks music teachers for local directory
MOSES LAKE — Young musicians need good teachers, and sometimes those can be difficult to find. A Moses Lake High School senior has created a way to connect stu…
LOCAL LEARNING: An eye on the red-tailed hawk
One of the common birds to see in the Columbia Basin is the Red Tailed Hawk, often spotted gliding above grassy areas looking for prey.
‘Grease’ lights up Ephrata High stage
EPHRATA — The halls of Rydell High came roaring to life Thursday night as Ephrata High School kicked off opening night of “Grease: School Version” at the Ephra…
BASIN EVENTS: Feb. 13-21
COLUMBIA BASIN — Winter’s not over yet, but you can almost see spring from here. Here are a few ways to get out and about this week in the Basin.
BBCC prepares for annual talent show
MOSES LAKE — Big Bend Community College is hosting their annual talent show, “Vikings Got Talent”, Feb. 26 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Wallenstein Theater. This s…
STUDIO BASIN: Columbia Basin Foundation - $28K in 28 Days
MOSES LAKE — Columbia Basin Foundation Executive Director Corinne Isaak stopped by to chat with Managing Editor R. Hans “Rob” Miller about a fundraiser for one…
Country Sweethearts raises money for cancer fighters
MOSES LAKE — It’s a rare person who hasn’t been touched by cancer one way or another, said Jay Ballinger, who delivered the blessing before the Columbia Basin …
Shakespeare goes bonkers
SOAP LAKE — Thirty-seven plays. That’s how many William Shakespeare wrote in his career. And every one of those will be on the Masquers stage next week. “…
BASIN EVENTS: Feb. 6-14, 2026
COLUMBIA BASIN — Valentine’s Day is coming up, and whether you celebrate with a sweetie, hang with some friends or just sail solo, there’s something for everyb…
STUDIO BASIN: Moses Lake School Board: how it works, challenges, successes
On this episode of the STUDIO BASIN Podcast, Reporter and Producer Nance Beston sat down with Moses Lake School Board President Kirryn Jensen, Vice-President P…
SENIOR EVENTS: February 2026
COLUMBIA BASIN — Shake the chill out of your bones and head out this month for auctions, free movie screenings and more. Here are some things happening for sen…
Upgrades coming to The Gorge Amphitheater
GEORGE — New improvements and previously requested upgrades are scheduled for the Gorge Amphitheater starting in 2026. Grant County Planning Director Jim Ander…
Deer doodle
Deer are one of the most common animals in the Inland and Pacific Northwest, including in the Columbia Basin. Color the photo above, snap a picture or scan it,…