AIM School & Athletics
Kortni Nelson provides a fantastic facility for your kids. ~by Ben Getz
Photo above: School staff left to right is Baylie Cole, Kortni Nelson, Satvya Essex, Jessica Hooper-Hayes, Mindy Mounts, Camille Allred, Kim Secrist, Gail Pinkerton / Photos by Korbi Ashton
For local Moses Lake business owner, Kortni Nelson, obstacles are what you see when you take your eyes off the goals. Now, with the challenge of COVID, Kortni did not lower her ambitions; she simply increased her actions to stay true to what she set out to do. More...
Behind the scenes in firefighting efforts
Local Sarah Schutt and Jess Munter describe being support personnel rewarding
A lot goes into fighting wildfires each summer, between the firefighters on the front lines and those working behind the scenes at fire camp to support them. Here in Washington, firefighters have been dispatched to more than a dozen wildfires over the last few weeks according to the State Department of Natural Resources, and behind them, support personnel to provide them with food and water, shower facilities, and other necessities. More...
Mennonite Country Auction moves to ONLINE for 2020
New format with the same purpose of helping those in need in the name of Christ
The steering committee of the Mennonite Country Auction (MCA) regrets to announce that the 2020 Auction will move to an online-only format this year, finishing on October 3, 2020, MCA’s traditional first Saturday of October. All on-site elements of the sale are canceled in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. More...
A visit with the Robles Family
A matter of strong family ties and a drive to succeed ~ by Ben Getz
Familia, Ohana, Famiglia…however you say it in your native tongue, the institution of 'the family' is one of the most important foundations of a stable society. Strong families make healthy communities, states, nations…it is the circular wheel upon which this universe spins. More...
Books of their own to read at home
Big Bend Community College provides more than 1,200 books to elementary students
MOSES LAKE — Students at Larson Heights and North Elementary Schools have plenty of
new reading material while quarantined after Big Bend Community College staff recently helped
deliver more than 1,200 books to the two neighboring elementary schools.
Through a partnership with First Book, students took home handfuls of books to help them pass
the time while the community helps try and flatten the curve during the COVID-19 situation our
schools are faced with. More...
Are you seeking a job?
BBCC and WorkSource partners offer virtual help for job seekers
Community members who are currently unemployed, or underemployed, as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic can now get help from local WorkSource partners, including Big Bend Community College, the Employment Security Department, SkillSource and Job Corps, completely online.
WorkSource virtual orientations will take place each Wednesday at 1:30 p. More...
The feelings are real and valid
Embracing the "new normal" by Brynn Wilson
Words cannot express the amount of gratitude I have for these humans. I was cleaning up dinner when my daughter told me someone was at our house. More...
Annual NCW Tech & STEM Showcase is going virtual
Weekly challenges for K-12 to try at home
Virtual Tech & STEM Showcase is a unique opportunity for students to participate and showcase projects in science, technology, engineering, and math over an eight week period.
Each week there will be a different challenge for K-12 youth to try at home and then share with the community online through social media and the Apple STEM Network website. More...
You are a part of the land you work
author unknown
As a child growing up on a ranch or farm you learn to go to bed early so you'll be able to saddle up in the moonlight for an early-morning cow gathering. You learn never to turn your back on a cow. More...
Nikki Raichart talks about learning at home
It needs to be fun so that it sticks
The beautiful thing about learning at home is that it doesn’t have to look like a traditional school…because it isn’t.
Think about how you as an adult like to learn. More...
The melodic weaving of a true song
The astonishing story of Rena Schlener Large ~ by Melea Johnson
Life in the Amazon Jungle
For Rena, life as a young child growing up in the Amazon Rainforest , is a good memory and the training ground for an astounding gifted talent. The vast world of forest and rivers, with a diversity of cultures derived from indigenous Indians, descended from original tribes and settlers who arrived since the first explorers stumbled upon the seemingly endless wilderness paints a picture of the South American Amazon Jungle. More...
A visit with the man Chuck Yarbro Jr.
The well-known auctioneer who continues to bring people together to make something positive happen ~ by Ben Getz
Have you ever been to an auction? If you have been to any farm or estate sales in the Inland Pacific Northwest over the last four decades, there is a pretty good chance you have heard the vocal stylings of Chuck Yarbro, Senior, and Junior. With the Junior Yarbro now at the helm of Chuck Yarbro Auctioneers, we were fortunate to get some of his time to find out more from the man himself. More...
A visit with Jim and Sharon Van Woert
Thirty-five years at the helm of Olde World Trading Company ~ By Ben Getz
35 years is a long run for any enterprise; a marriage, a career, and especially for a small business. The statistics were not quite as daunting four-decades ago, but they remain fairly consistent that only two out of ten new businesses survive their first year. More...
DINOSAUR event an extravaganza
The Tree Fort Children’s Museum of Moses Lake hosted over 400 children
The Tree Fort Children’s Museum of Moses Lake hosted a one-day pop-up event at Garden Heights Elementary on February 29, 2020. This event exceeded attendance expectations with over 400 children and 200 adults present. More...
Preschool age IDEAS to share
How to create fun lessons for your little ones ~by Melea Johnson
I woke up one day with an idea for creative time spent with my 4-year-old grandson. I wondered if he would like the idea that came to me and if he would even maybe look forward to it on a weekly basis? I hoped so. More...
If You Give a Pig a Pancake
by Candace Pitts
For parents, grandparents, and/or guardians with Kindergarten age children at home.. More...
There is a voice that doesn't use words
LISTEN
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Play. Explore. Discover.
The Tree Fort Children's Museum in Moses Lake
The DINO Extravaganza is back!
February 29th at Garden Heights Elementary in Moses Lake from 10 am to 3 pm. So much FUN! Dinosaur Dig Pit, Wind Tunnel, Experiment Bar, New Exhibits, and more. More...
Looking for a job?
More than 100 employers will be all under one roof
More than 100 employers are expected to attend the 2020 Job and Career Fair scheduled for Thursday, March 5, on the Big Bend Community College campus. This is a community-wide event for ALL Big Bend students and members of the community. More...
BBCC Emeritus status granted to Paul Hirai
Former trustee and long-time college supporter and advocate
The Big Bend Community College Board of Trustees granted Paul Hirai, former trustee, and long-time college supporter and advocate, Emeritus status.
For more than five decades, Hirai has nurtured the growth of Big Bend and given generously of both his time and resources to support The College’s mission of providing its students a quality education through excellence in teaching and learning. More...
Toss out the D word
by Jan Thacker
I'd say the biggest problem I have right now is my rear end. And my belly. More...
Transitional Studies Program at BBCC celebrates success
Congratulations to the 37 students receiving a GED or high school diploma
Big Bend Community College recently celebrated the success of 37 graduates who received their GED or High School Diplomas over the summer and fall quarters during a ceremony inside the Wallenstien Theater on the BBCC campus.
More than 700 students enrolled in the Transitional Studies Programs at Big Bend have earned diplomas during the last four years (2014-19). More...
Big Bend Community College ASB support New Hope Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services
Donating 100 emergency hygiene support kits to be handed out as needed
Big Bend Community College Associated Student Body (ASB) officers recently assembled and delivered 100 emergency hygiene support kits to New Hope Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault services. Each emergency hygiene kit contains deodorant, a washcloth, body soap, shampoo and conditioner, a toothbrush and toothpaste, hair ties, a hairbrush, socks, and lotion. More...
Unmanned Aerial Systems program is a win-win for students at BBCC and YVC
Big Bend and Yakima Valley drone training partnership underway
A recent partnership between Big Bend Community College’s Unmanned Systems program and Yakima Valley College, offering classes and even a one-year certificate in Unmanned Aerial Systems to YVC students, is proving successful. The partnership was announced earlier this fall, and the first wave of Yakima Valley students to take advantage of it are getting ready to wrap up the first quarter. More...
Serve Moses Lake STREET TALK
A message…from Brandon LaBonte, Director
Word on the street is a new Director of Serve Moses Lake is in town. Greetings! My name is Brandon LaBonte, and let me share with you my beautiful family: my wife Melanie Joy, twin sons Ethan Marc and Logan Kyle, daughter Autumn Grace…oh, and dog Vasi. More...
Christmas tree at the top
A family tradition lives on ~ by Melea Johnson
We hiked everywhere. My dad was a logger in Oregon, and he loved to lace up his boots and venture into nature. More...
Investing in the future of local college students
Boeing donates $100,000 to Big Bend Community College aviation programs
Boeing officials announced a $100,000 gift to Big Bend Community College’s Aviation Maintenance Technology (AMT) and Commercial Pilot programs during a visit to campus Wednesday. The funds will be used by both programs to purchase equipment and support student scholarships. More...
To the mom trying really hard
You are enough
To the mom hiding in the bathroom, because she needs peace for a moment.
To the mom crying after she yelled at her kids and is now feeling guilty. More...
Volunteers lend expertise to Grant County Search and Rescue
Helping the community out in a big way
A small group of Big Bend Community College staff and students have taken on the task of using their specialized skills and talents to help their community out in a big way.
BBCC Unmanned Systems Operations Coordinator Byron Noel, Transforming STEM Pathways Grant Director Rafael Villalobos Jr. More...
Local students Elizabeth Guadarrama and Fatima Cortez awarded $20,000 scholarships
Two out of only 500 students selected nationwide
TRiO Upward Bound students Elizabeth Guadarrama and Fatima Cortez have recently been awarded $20,000 scholarships through the Dell Scholars Program. Photo above is Elizabeth Guadarrama (left) and Fatima Cortez (right). More...
Quincy Community Heritage Barn unveils new exhibit on March 30, 2019
Quincy Valley Historical Society brings life to history
You are invited
to celebrate the public unveiling of the new exhibit inside the Community Heritage Barn Saturday, March 30, 2019, beginning at 1:30 pm. It will be a grand celebration as months of tireless research, design, and fabrication have gone into it. More...
Penhallurick's on Crab Creek
Look what Spring brought to Moses Lake
Spring is a lovely reminder of how beautiful change can be. And change is here. More...
Phi Theta Kappa inducts ten new members
Big Bend Community College students are honored
Ten Big Bend Community College students have officially become members
of the Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society following the organization’s winter
induction ceremony Tuesday evening.
New inductees took the oath of membership in front of family and friends after hearing from guest speaker Lindsay Groce, who has taught Chemistry at Big Bend since 2013. More...
Dream it, Be it
Soroptimist International Moses Lake helps put dreams into action
Dream It, Be It: Career Support for Girls is a program designed to help girls grow up to be strong, successful women. The program provides girls with access to professional role models, career education and the resources to achieve their dreams. More...
COUNTRY SWEETHEARTS Benefit Dinner, Dance & Auction - February 02, 2019
Join in for our casual cowboy themed rootin' tootin' heck of a good time!
The dress is cowboy comfy so feel free to wear your boots, hats & jeans.. More...
An unlikely rescue from Moses Lake
By Melea Johnson
It was winter. The lake was frozen in spots enough to be unstable to hold the weight of my much-loved dog, Arree. More...
Being stretched beyond expected
Darin and Amy Hendrickson share their gratitude
By Amy Hendrickson
Agri-Fix was established by Darin and one service truck in 1995 which has now grown to a full diesel repair shop with complete towing services around the clock. Bee Line Frame and Axle was established in the mid-1950’s as a family owned and operated business. More...
Old Fashioned Christmas in the Pioneer Church circa 1904
Quincy Valley Historical Society & Museum invites you and your family
You are invited to a meaningful Christmas Celebration in the Pioneer Church with readings, Scripture, traditional Carols, and the lighting of the tree in the German tradition. More...
Christmas comes early for Big Bend Aviation program
Santa delivers a Beechcraft Sport B-19 aircraft
The Big Bend Community College Aviation Program received an early Christmas present this year in the form of a Beechcraft Sport B-19 aircraft, and Santa Claus came in the form of Kevin and Ann Peterson of Seattle who delivered the plane to the Grant County Airport in October.
The Peterson’s connection to the BBCC Aviation Program began about 20 years ago when they first purchased the airplane. More...
Pick out your favorite book and take it home!
More than 600 books delivered to kids at the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Columbia Basin
Big Bend Community College ASB officers recently helped deliver more than 600 books to kids at the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Columbia Basin. The delivery was the result of a partnership between the college and First Book. More...
Harvest Mazes and Pumpkin Patch
Saturdays and Sundays in Quincy
The Quincy Valley Lions Club in conjunction with Becerra Gardens presents their annual Harvest Mazes and Pumpkin Patch, September 29 through October 28, 2018.
Cost is $6 per person and includes the mazes, a pumpkin of choice, games, and activities. More...
Care Sack lunches delivered to Serve Moses Lake
Over 5500 lunches have been made to feed those in need
For the past 21 months, a group of volunteers gathers every Tuesday evening to make sack lunches for those in need. The group varies from week to week but they show up, take their places and begin the assembly process. More...
Swim Across America
The Moses Lake Swim in 2013 revisited. For a purpose.
In 2013, Moses Lake hosted a swim event in coordination with the Seattle SAA to raise funds for cancer research. swim. More...
Mennonite Country Auction & Relief Sale October 6, 2018
Supporting relief in the midst of a hurting world
The Mennonite Country Auction & Relief Sale is one of over 47 relief sales held in the United States and Canada. Proceeds from these relief sales support the international relief, development and service ministries of the Mennonite Central Committee (MCC). More...
Back-to-School Brigade distributes school supplies
BBCC Veteran Resource Office hosts annual event August 21 and 22
The Big Bend Community College Veteran Resource Office will help military veterans and their families prepare for the upcoming school year during its first ever school supply distribution event on August 21 and 22.
The event is being held in connection with Operation Homefront’s annual Back-to-School Brigade— a nationwide school supply collection and distribution campaign. More...
Open Doors for students ages 16 - 21
MLSD, Big Bend to partner in Step Up to College Open Doors program
The Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) has approved the Moses Lake School District (MLSD) to operate a new “Open Doors” program. The youth re-engagement initiative, in partnership with Big Bend Community College, will begin on September 1. More...
Get busy living
By Melea Johnson
What if you wake up some day and you're way past 50, and you never went swimming in cool lakes all those years because your thighs were jiggly and your bathtub seemed just fine?
What if you were just too busy with work and perfectionism and people-pleasing that you forgot to go places and do things and explore with your family creating forever memories?
We sometimes forget to capture that very moment called now. The moment when we realize we tend to busy our days with projects that have no apparent pause button and we lose our ability to have fun. More...
SUMMER FOOD PROGRAM FOR HUNGRY CHILDREN
During summer vacation, kids age 2 - 18 are welcome to enjoy a nutritious meal.
The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Columbia Basin welcome children age 2 thru 18 years of age to enjoy a FREE lunch. There are NO forms to fill out, just show up and you will be served by caring people in your community. More...
BBCC students receive GED or high school equivalency
New beginnings are celebrated for 129 deserving students
Big Bend Community College (BBCC) celebrated new beginnings last week along with 129 students and their families who received their General Equivalency Diploma (GED®) or High School Equivalency at a celebration ceremony.
More than 600 students enrolled in the Transitional Studies Program at Big Bend have earned diplomas during the last four years (2014-18). More...
Harvest Mobile Market comes to Quincy JUNE 20
FREE FOOD for anyone who needs some
The 2nd Harvest Mobile Market is coming to the Port of Quincy Community Center this Wednesday, June 20th, from 12:00 noon to 2PM. Through the generous support of Microsoft and several other major sponsors free food, such as produce and other perishable items, is available for those in need. More...
Spring into Summer at the Soroptimist Dinner Party
Dine, Give, Dance
The Spring into Summer – Soroptimist Dinner Party is the annual fundraiser for Soroptimist Moses Lake. Introduced to the community in 2014, the fundraiser has provided funding for Moses Lake Soroptimist to serve the local community, including 500 care packs & 1000+ hygiene kits to local K-5 children through the Care4Kids program, $32k in College Scholarships to local students, $22k in Live Your Dream – Education & Training Awards for local Women, support to 80+ girls in the Dream It, Be It: Career Support for Girls program, and continued support and awareness by the Domestic Violence program. More...
Microsoft donates data center equipment to Big Bend Community College
With the donation will come a very real-world application
MOSES LAKE — Computer equipment valued at $60,000 has just arrived at Big Bend Community College, thanks to a recent donation by Microsoft.
Microsoft’s Datacenter Community Development team donated laptops, servers and other related fixtures to the college’s Computer Science program, which will be used to support students working towards a Systems Administration- Data Center Specialization certification. More...
Fathers, You Can't Afford a Stay-At-Home Mom
She is more precious than rubies
I've had this thought in my head for a while now. I’ve been thinking that I can’t afford for my wife to be a Stay-At-Home Mom. More...
Hike 22 for the 22
22-kilometer hike scheduled to shine light on suicide prevention
Moses Lake residents Aaron Molina and Carlos Avila are hoping to shine a light on suicide prevention and awareness within our community. The two have organized a 22-kilometer (roughly 13. More...
Mayors Prayer Breakfast
Welcome Speaker Kevin Parker
Tuesday, May 1st, 2018 / 7:00 am until 9:00 am / ATEC Bldg, BBCC (See EVENTS for map)
About Kevin Parker
In fall 2013, Kevin was a Facilitator and Alum in Residence at Harvard in the Executive Leadership program.
Kevin Parker owns Dutch Bros. More...
Being a Foster Parent is pure love
Have you ever had the tug on your heart to love a child that is not yours?
There are nearly 9,000 children currently in foster care in Washington State. Children enter foster care through no fault of their own. More...
Big Bend athletes earn combined 3.07 GPA during winter quarter
Setting the standard for teams that follow after them
Big Bend Community College Athletes had another stellar quarter in the classroom boasting a combined 3.07 grade point average (GPA) during the winter quarter. More...
Big Bend Community College's TRiO Upward Bound inducts 40 new members
Students from Moses Lake, Warden, Royal City and Othello high schools were welcomed
Forty high school students from Grant and Adams counties were formally welcomed into Big Bend Community College’s TRiO Upward Bound Program Tuesday night.
The program aims to get more high school students into college, and by joining Upward Bound, students are pledging their commitment to pursuing a college education. More...
FREE YOUR FEET
By Melea Johnson
Look what spring brought. Fresh perspective. More...
Growing up with the gate open
By Melea Johnson
He wasn't really a horse. He was a Welsh pony and an ornery one. More...
Big Bend Invites Families to Host 2018 Japanese Agricultural Trainees
Give the opportunity for a trainee to get a glimpse of family life in America
For the 53rd consecutive year, Big Bend Community College (BBCC) is participating in the Japanese Agricultural Training Program (JATP). Forty-six trainees will arrive on the BBCC campus Friday (March 23) eager to begin their 19-month adventure in the United States. More...
Earth Day is EVERY DAY
It's our home. Let's keep it clean!
SUNDAY, APRIL 22 .. More...
Cellarbration! for Education
A festive evening filled with delectable food, local wine, and a lot of fun!
SATURDAY, MAY 19
ATEC Bldg at Big Bend Community College, Moses Lake
In the beginning, Big Bend Community College Foundation organizers were unsure how fruitful a black tie optional, $100 per plate dinner would be accepted as a fundraiser for Big Bend Community College. The event was the first of its kind and boasted an upscale meal paired with regional wines and afford locals the opportunity to get dressed to the nines!
Although a bit hesitant, the BBCC Foundation’s Board of Directors green lit the very first “Gourmet Wine & Dinner Auction” in 2002 hosted at the Moses Lake Golf & Country Club. More...
What are my career options?
BBCC connects job seekers and students with employers and career programs
The 25th Annual Big Bend Community College Job & Career Fair took place, March 1, on the college campus. By afternoon, more than 1500 job seekers and students were served by putting them in touch with the more than 80 employers and career programs that registered to attend. More...
8th Annual Children's Art Show
Big Bend Cooperative Preschool Focuses on Learning through Play
You will be delighted to see what our community preschoolers have been working on! They are excited for you to see! Original artwork by the preschool children will be on display and for purchase at the 8th Annual Children's Art Show hosted by Big Bend Cooperative Preschool.
The evening will include live music, raffle baskets, silent auction, appetizers and cash bar. More...
Big Bend Phi Theta Kappa Inducts 19 New Members
Congratulations to these Big Bend Community College students
Nineteen Big Bend Community College students became members of the prestigious Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society during the organization’s fall induction ceremony in February 2018. Family and friends gathered to witness the inductees as they took the oath of membership in a ceremony highlighted by guest speaker Melinda Dourte — BBCC graduate, PTK sponsor, and executive assistant to the president at Big Bend Community College. More...
A Farmer's Story
You are Part of the Land You Work
(writing below is by unknown author)
As a child growing up on a ranch or farm you learn to go to bed early so you’ll be able to saddle up in the moonlight for an early-morning cow gathering. You learn never to turn your back on a cow. More...
By Jan Thacker
New Year’s Eve is such an interesting time. The whole world celebrates the fall of one year and the rise of the next. More...
100 Percent Pass Rate for Big Bend Community College Nursing Grads
Big Bend 2017 nursing program graduates pose for a photo before their official pinning ceremony on June 17. All 17 of the graduates passed the NCLEX-RN licensure exam on their first attempt. More...
Sue Tebow Named Charles Eastin Award Recipient
Press Release posted by Randy BLODGETT on February 20, 2017
The Agriculture Council of America (ACA) has named Sue Tebow, agri.CULTURE, Moses Lake, Washington, the Charles Eastin Award Recipient for 2017. More...
Top 5 Ways to Show Your Local Law Enforcement Some Love
Once every 51 hours, an officer is killed in the line of duty. That number is staggering. More...
A Man Cave Gone Right
A Celebration of Love, Friends, and Family
“Orlando is about as far away geographically as we can be from a US neighbor. However, the hurt and harm done there resonates deeply with myself, the staff of the Venue, and likely most of our readers. More...