Two more deaths linked to COVID-19 in Grant County announced
MOSES LAKE — Grant County Health District has reported the 14th and 15th deaths of Grant County residents associated with COVID-19.
Big Bend nursing students excel through difficulties
MOSES LAKE — Pam Kortness knew she wanted to be a nurse since she was a child.
Local students complete 6-week summer program
MOSES LAKE — Students from Othello, Royal City, Warden and Moses Lake celebrated the completion of a six-week summer program last week.
Microsoft donates to BBCC computer science program
MOSES LAKE — Big Bend Community College’s computer science program recently received a $10,000 donation from Microsoft, according to a press release.
More than 100 golfers turn out for chamber tournament
MOSES LAKE — Over 100 players descended on Moses Lake Golf Club for the 20th annual Golf Scramble, hosted by Moses Lake Chamber of Commerce on Friday, Aug. 7. It was a sunny day in the mid-80s.
Moses Lake graduate chasing artistic dream
MOSES LAKE — Marissa Strickland’s grandmother, Susan Fanning, taught her an important lesson when it comes to art: there is no such thing as a mistake.
Local firefighter seriously injured in workshop accident
MOSES LAKE — A GoFundMe page has been started to help a Moses Lake firefighter with substantial medical bills.
NWAC announces postponement of most fall sports
MOSES LAKE — DeVries Activity Center on the campus of Big Bend Community College won’t be hosting sports in the fall.
How to help pets deal with fireworks noise
MOSES LAKE — The Fourth of July can be a time to get together with family and friends, enjoy some grilled food and watch fireworks burst in the air.
Active lifestyle can boost immune system
MOSES LAKE — Jose Zambrano, general manager at South Campus Athletic Club, has a simple adage he tells gym-goers.
Active lifestyle can boost immune system
MOSES LAKE — Jose Zambrano, general manager at South Campus Athletic Club, has a simple adage he tells gym-goers.
Newhouse urges resumption of hours at Grant County International Airport
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. Dan Newhouse, R-Sunnyside, is trying to return the operating hours of Grant County International Airport to what they were before May 2020.
Over six tons of carp removed from Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE — At the beginning of May, Grant County Conservation District and Moses Lake Watershed Council teamed up to address the problem of blue-green algae in Moses Lake.
Moses Lake track athletes lament loss of season
MOSES LAKE — A few Moses Lake High School track records could have fallen if spring prep sports had not been canceled due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
Grant Elementary teachers, staff lip sync battle to raise funds for leukemia
EPHRATA — The Disney animated movie “Frozen” became a cultural phenomenon when it was released in 2013.
Columbia River to open for Chinook salmon fishing this weekend
OLYMPIA — State fishery managers announced Thursday that the Columbia River will be open an additional four days for spring Chinook salmon fishing beginning today.
Inslee creates three advisory groups for reopening
OLYMPIA — As part of his plan to methodically reopen the state, Gov. Jay Inslee announced Tuesday the formation of three Safe Start advisory groups to focus on health systems and public heath, social supports, and economic readiness. The move was quickly criticized by a state Republican Party leader.
Governor details rules for drive-in religious services
OLYMPIA — As part of the first phase of Gov. Jay Inslee’s Safe Start plan to reopen Washington, drive-in spiritual services are permitted, according to a memo released Wednesday by his office.
Former MLHS wrestler robbed of final college tournament by closures
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — Former Moses Lake High School wrestler Chase Clasen was only 12 hours away from competing in his final collegiate tournament when he heard the news.
Moses Lake golf tournament rescheduled to mid-August
MOSES LAKE — The seventh annual Ag World Golf Classic tournament has rescheduled its competition date in Moses Lake due to the COVID-19 outbreak, according to an email from event organizers.
Hunters can apply for special permit until May 18
OLYMPIA — Hunters can submit an application for a special permit between April 20 and May 18 for deer, elk, mountain goat, moose, bighorn sheep, and fall turkey 2020 seasons in Washington.
Application process for expanded unemployment benefits available Saturday
Those who had their employment interrupted during the COVID-19 pandemic will be able to start applying for expanded unemployment benefits on April 18, according to information provided by the state Employment Security Department during a webinar hosted by the Grant County Economic Development Council on Thursday.
Writer, outdoors enthusiast Dennis Clay passes away
MOSES LAKE — Dennis Clay, a longtime contributor to the Columbia Basin Herald, passed away on Thursday, April 9, at the age of 72.
Local Democrats urge participation despite Sanders’ decision
GRANT COUNTY — Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont suspended his presidential campaign on Wednesday after a number of primary losses to fellow candidate Joe Biden.
Coronavirus: Confirmed cases up to 98 in Grant County, 30 in Adams
GRANT COUNTY — Four more Grant County residents have tested positive for the novel coronavirus, bringing the county’s total to 98, the Grant County Health District reported Wednesday evening.
Feeling unmoored without sports
My favorite TV series of all time is “The Wire.”
Spring sports still possible
There remains some hope that high school student-athletes in the Columbia Basin will have an opportunity to compete this spring.
Port commissioner Kent Jones has unique hobby
MOSES LAKE — If the pen is mightier than the sword, Port Commissioner Kent Jones has quite the arsenal.
How schools could adjust to shortened spring seasons
Baseball Boys soccer Dance/drill Fastpitch softball Golf Tennis Track and field
WIAA provides options for student-athletes should spring activities resume
Baseball Boys soccer Dance/drill Fastpitch softball Golf Tennis Track and field
Mark Poth adds NWAC’s highest honor to athletic career
MOSES LAKE — Mark Poth has always been one to defer credit, whether it was to his student-athletes or assistant coaches.
Moses Lake advances to state quarterfinals
TACOMA — Moses Lake has been at its most successful when the scoring is balanced and the defense is swarming.
Inductees honored at BBCC Hall of Fame banquet
Inductees honored at BBCC Hall of Fame banquet
MOSES LAKE — Members of Big Bend’s 2010-11 men’s basketball team milled around the stage inside the campus’s ATEC building, unaware of exactly where to stand or position themselves.
State wrestling turns in another classic on the mat
Former Columbia Basin Herald Publisher Harlan Beagley called me into his office one day.
College roundup: Big Bend women win second in a row
MOSES LAKE — Big Bend strung together its second win in a row after a rout of Blue Mountain 97-54.
Late reversal the difference in Tanguma’s state championship win
Late reversal the difference in Tanguma’s state championship win
Laird, Perez, Mendez take home first-place trophies
Moses Lake a title contender in 4A
TACOMA — The Moses Lake wrestling room bustled toward the end of Tuesday night’s practice, a rarity for most wrestling programs in the state when the calendar turns to late February.
12 Basin wrestlers reach 2A bracket
TACOMA — This season, Region IV in Class 2A was absolutely brutal.
Nine locals qualify for 1B/2B bracket at Mat Classic
TACOMA — Almira/Coulee-Hartline (ACH) boys wrestling was recently awarded an academic state championship from the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association.
Othello sending strong quintet to Tacoma
TACOMA — Othello head wrestling coach Rudy Ochoa II said his team could have easily sent seven to 10 wrestlers to this weekend’s state tournament.
Pair of Warriors headed to Tacoma Dome
TACOMA — Wahluke head coach Jerry Yorgesen said to look for a more aggressive Pedro Castaneda at this year’s Mat Classic.
Othello’s Perez heads to Tacoma as No. 1 seed
CHENEY — State berths were at a premium during the 2A Region IV tournament at Cheney High School.
Moses Lake girls holding steady in RPI
Moses Lake girls basketball is a win away from returning to the regional round of the state tournament.
Wrestling roundup: Basin standouts Laird, Perez win 2A regional championships
CHENEY — State berths were at a premium during the 2A Region IV tournament at Cheney High School.
Senior moment: Jessie Loera wraps up collegiate career
SPOKANE — Jessie Loera said it felt like yesterday when she committed to Gonzaga.
MLHS cheer wins fourth consecutive state title
BATTLE GROUND — Whenever her athletes would tire of the endless hours of practice or become anxious about the pressure of performing intricate routines, Moses Lake head cheer coach Mikey Carlile repeated a simple mantra: “You can do anything for two and a half minutes.”
Moses Lake 2nd overall at districts
YAKIMA — Jonathan Tanguma lay there, flat on his back, in the lowest moment of his season.
Aspen Merkle’s lay-up gives MLCA crucial league win
Aspen Merkle’s lay-up gives MLCA crucial league win
MOSES LAKE — Kali Kast bounded down the court as the seconds ticked down.
Odessa boys, Warden girls lead locals in RPI rankings
The basketball postseason continues to inch closer.
Chairwoman of the board
Anna Yarbro knows what it takes to rebound.