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Grant PUD fiber buildout scheduled for October completion
Jul. 18—EPHRATA — The buildout of the Grant County Public Utility District fiber network should be complete by late October. Fiber should arrive in Ruff by late August, and Wilson Creek by early October, according to a report at the July 9 PUD commission meeting. The initial build, which started in about 2008, will be complete with fiber installation in the Sagebrush Flat area and on Johnson ...
Donor offering up to $50K in matching donations to save Moses Lake school activities
MOSES LAKE - In a heartening development for the Moses Lake community, the newly formed non-profit organization, Community Athletics and Activities (CAA), has announced an exciting opportunity to double the impact of every donation received over the next three weeks. Thanks to a generous donor, every dollar contributed will be matched dollar-for-dollar, up to a total of $50,000. This initiative will significantly amplify the efforts to support local youth, ensuring that donations go twice as far in helping CAA achieve its mission.
Confluence Parkway Project Updated – Restaurant, Bar Will Stay
Plans are moving forward with Phase 1 of the Confluence Parkway Project in Wenatchee. An public update on the project was presented this week during an open house at the city coucil chambers. Roadway improvement will start at the intersection of North Miller Street and Wenatchee Avenue, where there will...
Man dead in Richland from heat complications, 2 other deaths possibly heat-related
RICHLAND, Wash. - Benton County Coroner Bill Leach confirmed on Wednesday that a Richland resident died on Monday due to the heat and that a couple was found dead in their home on Tuesday from potential heat complications. Leach says Luis Vieyra, 70, was found dead in his fifth wheel...
Spokane may prop up scattered-site homeless shelter model as soon as Aug. 1
(The Center Square) – The mayor of Spokane’s proposal for a scattered-site homeless shelter model and a housing navigation center is moving toward fruition, with an intended project start date of Aug. 1. On Monday, the city council’s Public Infrastructure, Environment and Sustainability Committee briefly discussed the idea of a navigation center and potential providers. The city previously issued a Request for Proposals and is now moving toward awarding the contract. ...
Catholic Charities expands affordable housing, aiding central Washington families
Columbia Basin, Wash. — Struggling to find affordable housing? Catholic Charities Housing Services is stepping in by building rental properties and offering equity programs to help families in central Washington secure a home. Stable housing is one of the most critical needs facing families today. With the shortage of...
Ben Gregg on why Gonzaga’s ‘brotherhood’ stayed together: 'I don’t think anyone even thought about leaving'
‘None of us wanted to leave. We were like, if we have the same group coming back [and we] get a couple of new guys in, I think we can make a run at it this year,’ Gregg said.
Washington State baseball welcomes 30 new recruits for 2025 season
Jul. 19—The Washington State baseball team announced 30 new recruits joining the team for the 2025 season on Wednesday, including Pullman High graduate Brayden Wells. The Cougars welcome 11 high school players, 15 players from junior colleges and four transfers from Division I schools in their latest signing class. Seventeen of the players hail from the Pacific Northwest. "We are very excited ...
Cyberattack against third-party vendor may impact WSU students
PULLMAN, Wash. — Washington State University reports that those who have used the Cougar Health Services (CHS) Pharmacy on the Pullman campus may have had their personal health information exposed in a recent cyberattack. Change Healthcare, the company that processes insurance claims for CHS, informed Washington State University (WSU)...
Rumor Has It Kim Kardashian’s Building a Massive Mansion in Idaho
Would locals flip out if Kim K. moved to Coeur d'Alene?. fed up with Hollywood and the glitterati's growing presence in the Gem State. Responding to a social media post about the star's vacation in the stunning lake town last week, locals took to the comments to unpack their thoughts on a Kim K. move to the Gem State. People were quick to point out her grandmother has lived in Lewiston for years, while others claimed Kim's had a permanent residence here for while.
Eqraft Inc opens North American Service Center in Tri-Cities (WA)
After decades of working together with North American clients, Dutch machine builder Eqraft now opens a branch on American soil. Operating from Tri-Cities, Washington, Eqraft Inc is a reliable partner for any agricultural entrepreneur looking to future-proof their business. Machine builder Eqraft focuses on future proofing agricultural business, offering state...
Yakama Elder Awarded Honorary Doctorate
Warning: This story contains information and descriptions related to missing and murdered Indigenous relatives. On a sunny Friday in July, the office of the Yakama Nation tribal council was packed with tribal members dressed in ribbon skirts and shirts. The sounds and sights that mark the beginning of every council meeting were present: a blessing, the ringing of a bell and hands moving up and down to the sound of the drum. But this particular meeting was special.
Elliot-Cheslek announces pending retirement, interim HRS leader appointed
Theresa Elliot-Cheslek, who has led Washington State University’s Human Resources Services team for the past decade, is planning to retire in January. “Theresa has been a cornerstone of our university community for more than 25 years, making invaluable contributions to the growth and development of our HR Services,” Leslie Brunelli, executive vice president for Finance and Administration and chief financial officer, said.
Two Suspects Arrested in Connection With Overdose Deaths in North Idaho
HAUSER LAKE – On Wednesday, the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO) responded to two separate overdose incidents that resulted in the deaths of two young men. At approximately 7:19 AM, deputies were dispatched to the 1800 block of W. Lake Street in Hauser Lake, Idaho, where a 20-year-old male was found deceased from a likely Fentanyl overdose. About three hours later, KCSO units responded to the 1700 block of Cecil Road, where a 24-year-old male was also found deceased, suspected of a Fentanyl overdose.
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