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Cynthia K. Engel-Strauss
May 28, 1949 – September 5, 2026
Cynthia K. Engel-Strauss, lovingly known as Cindy, was born May 28, 1949, in McClusky, North Dakota, to Martha and Fred Engel. She passed away peacefully at home on Sept. 5, 2026, surrounded by family and friends after a courageous battle with cancer. Cindy was the youngest of six children and a loving mother to Christina and Marisa and proud grandmother to Angelica. Her family was her greatest blessing, and her love will live on through the generations.
Sheriff candidates clash over leadership, lawsuit and confidence vote at GOP debate
MOSES LAKE — Leadership, accountability and trust within the Grant County Sheriff's Office took center stage Sept. 10 as Sheriff Joey Kriete and challenger Darrik Gregg faced off in a debate hosted by the Grant County Republican Party. The debate at the Ephrata Recreation Center focused on several of the defining issues of the campaign, including a recent vote of no confidence by the deputy sheriffs’ association, Gregg's ongoing lawsuit against Grant County, immigration enforcement and management of the sheriff's office. While both candidates highlighted decades of law enforcement experience and pledged to keep residents safe, they offered different views of the sheriff's office's current direction and whether significant changes are needed.
Grindy, Warriors power past Liberty Christian for 2-0 start
COULEE CITY — The Almira/Coulee-Hartline Warriors (2-0) are off to a hot start this season after earning their second straight victory with a win over the Liberty Christian Patriots 50-30 on Friday. "It's a good start, we're excited about how things have gotten going," Head Coach Brandon Walsh said. "Especially Friday night – that was a huge win for us against a really good team. The kids played really well, and we were happy to come out of that one with a big win."
Huskies volleyball bests Tigers in three
EPHRATA — The Othello Huskies (1-1) volleyball team earned a 3-0 victory over the Ephrata Tigers (1-4) last Thursday. With this win, the Huskies have solidified a positive start under their new head coach, Isabella Hollibaugh. “(Thursday’s) game was awesome,” said Hollibaugh. “We’ve been pushing the girls really hard to work on their energy and their attitude and they totally came through for us.”
Gridiron roundup – week two
MOSES LAKE — Week two of the Basin high school football season is now behind us. Some teams were able to build off strong starts in week one, while others look to bounce back in week three. See below how your favorite team fared on the gridiron Friday.
Wahluke football works to rebound after homecoming/senior night loss
MATTAWA — The Wahluke Warriors football team (0-2) fell in a close 14-13 home game against the Kiona-Benton Bears Friday night. The Warriors look to take this loss in stride as they head on the road for the remainder of the season. “Still excited for this team,” said Warriors senior Moises Antunez. “It’s barely week two so I think we can bounce back. It was a close game, mistakes here and there, but I feel good about this team. I’m not going to hold my head down; I’m going to keep it up.” From kickoff, the game was a tight matchup as both the Warriors and Bears defenses remained unrelenting. By the end of the first quarter the defenses were successful in holding each other off the board.
Never too early, or too late, to improve financial skills
MOSES LAKE — Certified professional accountant Kim Eldred the key to robust financial health is keeping track of where money is coming from and where it's going.
Ryah is ready to rewrite your "ruff draft" of life
Adopt a pet - Ryah is ready to rewrite your "ruff draft" of life
