The most significant change residents should know this week is the start of I-5 lane closures near Moses Lake beginning August 15 for maintenance, with detours in place. This will impact commuters and travelers in the area.
Grant County Health District issued a cyclosporiasis alert on August 6, 2026, urging healthcare providers to monitor symptoms, following a reported case in Moses Lake. Air quality alerts have also been issued due to wildfires affecting the region.
Moses Lake Council has scheduled two meetings for August 3 and 10, 2026, as part of public records. The City Council will address various civic matters during these sessions.
The 2027 Lodging Tax Grant cycle is now open for applications, with a deadline of September 25, 2026. Additionally, two city grant programs for 2027 have opened applications with deadlines in late August and September.
The Moses Lake School District will conduct annual field spray applications this week, requiring residents to stay off grass fields for 24 hours post-spray.
Grant County will update its website on August 13, 6-9 a.m., with minimal disruption expected. The Port commissioners approved $19M in bonds to buy 13 parcels of land adjacent to port property.
What to watch next: The August 10 City Council meeting will likely address ongoing road projects and emergency management updates, as well as potential budget discussions related to the newly opened grant applications.