SL council vacancy, Dive-In Movie, Autism Community Day, youth sports deadline.
Soap Lake looks to fill city council vacancy
SOAP LAKE — The Soap Lake City Council is looking to fill a vacancy on the five-position panel following the Aug. 5 resignation of member Judith Gorman.
The city is seeking a qualified, community-minded individual for appointment to the nonpartisan position who would serve the remainder of Gorman’s unexpired term that ends Dec. 31, 2027. The council seat will be up for election next fall.
To be considered for appointment, applicants must be legal residents and registered voters who have lived within Soap Lake city limits for at least one year. Applicants cannot hold any other conflicting public employment or office.
Prospective candidates should submit a letter outlining their background, interest in the position, and commitment to the community. Letters must be received by Tuesday, Sept. 1 at Soap Lake City Hall, 239 Second Ave. S.E., or emailed to clerk@soaplakewa.gov.
Letters will be considered by council members during their Sept. 2 meeting.
The council regularly meets on the first and third Wednesday of each month beginning at 5:30 p.m. Council members set policy for the city, oversee its financial operations, and approve an annual budget.
“Finding Nemo” at Splash Zone Dive-In Movie
EPHRATA — At long last Nemo?
After several weather-related delays, the Ephrata Parks and Recreation Department will host its summer Dive-In Movie Night on Friday, Aug. 21, at the Splash Zone pool.
There will be an open swim from 7-8:30 p.m., with the pool then cleared and followed at 8:45 p.m. by a showing of the Disney-Pixar movie, “Finding Nemo.” The event is free to season pass holders; general admission prices otherwise apply. No swimming will be allowed during the movie.
The pool’s concession stand will be open throughout the evening with snacks and beverages available for purchase.
The movie night was previously postponed due to windy conditions and regional wildfire smoke.
Autism Community Day planned Saturday, Sept. 19
EPHRATA — The Autism Support Group of Grant County will host its annual Autism Community Day on Saturday, Sept. 19, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the Grant County Courthouse lawn, 35 C St. N.W., in Ephrata.
Organizers describe the festive, family-friendly event as “a day of community, connection, and acceptance for all.”
Community resource providers will be on hand, along with area first responders and the Grant County Sheriff’s Posse.
Free activities include bounce houses for kids, face painting by Kimmy’s Kloset, do-it-yourself tie-dye shirts, and a photo booth provided by Fun Factory. For the more active and adventurous, the event concludes with a group hike from the courthouse to the Autism Ribbon overlooking Ephrata on Beasley Hill.
More information about the Autism Support Group of Grant County is available on its website.
Registration deadline for youth sports programs
EPHRATA — The Ephrata Parks and Recreation Department is reminding the community that there is an Aug. 23 registration deadline for some youth fall sports programs.
Those are listed in the department’s fall 2026 activity lineup.
The online guide includes upcoming activities for toddlers, youth, and adults. Programs include soccer, flag football, basketball, volleyball, dance, cheer, tumbling, group exercise, food classes, community resources, and more.
The Parks and Rec Department is located in the Ephrata Recreation Center, 112 Basin St. S.W. The office is open weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information, call 509-754-4426, visit the website, and follow on Facebook.
