Good Morning Quincy WA Daily Brief – Monday, June 15 2026

Good Morning Quincy, WA – Monday, June 15, 2026

Your daily local update for Quincy, George, Winchester, Crescent Bar & Sunland Estates.

Today’s highlights:
 • ☀️ Weather: Heat advisory in effect with highs of 96-98° and hot, stagnant conditions; breezy tonight
 • 🥎 Sports: Congratulations to the Quincy 12U Girls Fastpitch team on winning the Columbia Basin Championship!
 • 😊 Community: National Smile Power Day, National Photography Day & National Megalodon Day
 • ☕ Senior Center: Coffee Hour, Line Dancing & Bridge on today’s schedule
 • 📚 Summer Fun: Quincy Public Library Summer Reading Program is officially underway
 • 💪 Youth Programs: ABT Fitness Summer Youth Fundamentals registration now open
 • 🏀 Kids Camp: Junior Jacks Basketball Camp begins today and tomorrow at Ancient Lakes Elementary
 • 🚲 Community Survey: Quincy Partnership for Youth survey tomorrow outside Akins; complete it for a chance to win a bike
 • 🎨 Library Activities: Craft Afternoon for Kids begins Tuesday at the library
 • 🏊 Aquatic Center: Open House Wednesday with free ice cream from WaFd Bank and season pass sales
 • 🗳️ Civic Engagement: Grant County Commissioner District 3 Candidate Forum is this Wednesday at the Port of Quincy Business & Event Center
 • 🏥 Health: Quincy Valley Medical Center launches its new Health & Wellness Series this week
 • 🏍️ Events Ahead: Monkey Around Pizza Bike Night and the Burned Children Recovery Foundation fundraiser coming this weekend
 • 🚧 City Update: A Street NE closures begin June 22 and continue through early September
 • 🚒 Public Safety: Grant County Fire District #3 wants community feedback for its strategic plan
 • 🏃 Summer Sports: Jackrabbit Youth Track & Field Camp registration is open

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Good Morning Quincy WA Daily Brief – Monday, June 15 2026

Speaker: [00:00:00] Good morning, Quincy. Today is Monday, June 15th, 2026, and this is the Good Morning Quincy, Washington newscast with your daily local update for Quincy, George, Winchester, Crescent Bar, Summit Estates, and all of the surrounding area. If it matters in the 98848, you'll hear it here. In the next few minutes, we'll cover today's weather, what's happening around town, school sports and activities, school, city council, police, fire, church, community, and local business news.

Whether you're heading to work or just easing into your day, we're here to help you stay connected to what's happening in our community. Grab your coffee, get ready for your day, and let's start with today's forecast. Currently 61 here at the studio, a little cooler in George, slightly warmer in the river communities.

Heat advisory in effect today with a high between 96 and 98 today. Partly sunny with a [00:01:00] hot, stagnant wind. Negligible breeze later in the afternoon, but just it's, it's that nice, hot, stagnant summer air coming in today. Tonight, mostly clear with a low around 66. Breezy with a northwest wind 13 to 21 miles an hour later in the evening, with gusts as high as 31.

It's gonna be a warm one, ladies and gentlemen. Make sure you are hydrating. A huge congratulations to the 12U girls fast pitch softball team for winning the Columbia Basin Championship this last weekend. Go Jacks.

If you're looking for a reason to celebrate today, today is National Smile Power Day, National Photography Day, and National Megalodon Day. So give everyone around you a nice big smile today because you don't have to contend with a giant shark when you're out photographing nature. Today Around Town is brought to you by the Quincy [00:02:00] Partnership for Youth, helping connect peop- young people, families, and community partners to create healthier, stronger futures throughout the 9848.

Today, the Quincy Senior Center hosts a coffee hour at 10:00 AM, line dancing at 1:00 PM, and they also host bridge on Mondays at 2:15 PM. And as always, the menu will be over on welcome2quincywa.com in the notes section. We're starting the week a little bit slower after a big weekend, but there's still plenty to do around town.

The summer library program has begun. Summer is here, and they have a season full of reading, creativity, fun, and more at the Quincy Public Library. Stop by the library to sign up or join anytime, and jump into summer activities, challenges, and prizes that are sure to make the summer a little bit better.

ABT Fitness is starting their summer Youth Fundamentals program. Athletes gain better speed and quickness, balance and coordination, competitiveness, strength and endurance, teamwork development, and more. Athletic [00:03:00] Breakview is creating better athletes one day at a time with real programs and results. If you're interested in signing your youth up, you can connect with them via email on their social media page, or call 509-989-7340.

They have a 12-math athlete max, and this is for young athletes. If they have a high enough volume registration, they'll look at adding a second timeframe, but this is for our younger kids to help devel- develop their athletic prowess and help them as they move into sports The Junior Jacks Baseball Kids Camp for pre-K through third grade starts today.

It's today and tomorrow at Ancient Lakes Elementary at $40 a person- kid. Session one is pre-K and kindergarten, and that's 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Session two is first, second, and third grade. That's 11:00 AM to 12:15 PM. Your kids will have the opportunity to parti- participate in fun, skill-building basketball activities and games.

Make sure your child brings [00:04:00] water bottle, wears athletic clothing and sneakers. Bring a basketball if you have one. I'm not positive if you can still register for this. If you have not, then go to quincyyouthbasketball.com and find out if your kid is not registered and you want them to be, see if they still have spaces available.

But do it fast this morning and get those kids hopping on their basketball skill journey. It is Monday. I know it's a little harder for some people, so here's a dad joke to put a smile on your face to make sure we start right, because, hey, we don't have to worry about the megalodons, but still sometimes you need a little more reason to smile than that, I guess.

What invention allows us to see through walls? Windows

And upcoming events. Tomorrow afternoon, the Quincy Partnership for Youth will be out in front of Akins from 3:00 to 5:30 PM asking everyone to [00:05:00] complete their five to seven-minute community survey to help guide future prevention programs and projects here in the 9848. Fill out the survey and help them reach their goal of 180 surveys.

You could also win an adult bike or a youth bike. They've got bike- two bikes to give away that have been generously donated, uh, by Microsoft to help as they try and get this feat done. This is a requirement from one of the groups that they work with, and so we'll be out tomorrow, 3:00 to 5:30 PM. That's right, I'm gonna join them out there, and we're asking you to help them meet that 180-survey goal or more so they can create the best programs and projects possible to help the families here in the 9848.

Craft afternoon for kids is back for summer fun Young artists, creators, get ready to make something amazing. Join us on Tuesdays from 2:30 to 3:30 PM [00:06:00] starting June 16th through August 11th for hands-on creativity. Each week features a brand-new craft, and all supplies are provided. Kids can create and explore their im- with their imaginations in a welcoming and safe space.

Crafts are geared towards school-aged kids, but younger children are welcome too. They just may need a little extra help from their grown-ups. Space is limited, so be sure and come early and grab your spot, and let's get everybody crafting together. Another great program brought to you by our library here in town.

Everyone's been waiting. Here is your sneak peek. There's an open house at the Quincy Aquatic Center Wednesday the 17th from 4:00 to 7:00 PM. There's no swimming, but you can come check things out, purchase your season pass, ask questions about swim lessons, and check out the facility rules, and g- get familiar with the facility.

There's free ice cream provided by WaFd Bank. Come and join the evening. Come early, and then head over [00:07:00] and come to the 2026 Grant County Commissioners District 3 candidate forum, also Wednesday June 17th from 5:30 to 7:30 PM at the Port of Quincy Business & Event Center. This is your opportunity to hear directly from the candidates, learn where they stand on issues, and ask questions that matter to our communities.

The event features both moderator-led questions and live audience participation. This forum is presented by Welcome to Quincy WA News in partnership with the Quincy Valley Chamber of Commerce, made possible through the support of the Port of Quincy. If you can't attend in person, we'll be live streaming the entire forum on Good Morning Quincy, Washington Newscast YouTube channel.

But that said, if you can make it in person, we encourage you to do so. There's something valuable about being in the room and hearing the candidate firsthand and participating in the conversation that's helped shape the community. Bring your questions, bring your neighbors, and be part of the conversation.

And hey, a big shout-out and thank you. Yes, I did in fact screw this up this weekend. I made a nice video, [00:08:00] uh, 10 reasons why you should attend this event. I totally got the dates wrong when I was writing the script. Somehow my autocorrect moved me from June to September. The dates are June 17th, that would be this Wednesday, not September 17th.

But thank you for everybody who caught that. Uh, please join us this Wednesday. It's gonna be an important event for you to get to know these people who have a huge effect on how things go here in Grant County. Quincy Valley Medical Center is excited to officially launch the QVMC Health and Wellness Series, a new community education program designed to bring practical, easy to understand health information directly to the people of Quincy and the surrounding areas.

These free sessions will cover real-life topics that affect many of us every day, from back pain to diabetes, to heart health, women's health, injury prevention, and more. The first session will be Back Pain Management on June 18th from 4:00 to 5:30 PM at the Van Dyke [00:09:00] Conference Room at QVMC. This topic will be presented by Amanda Violette, DPT.

Whether you're dealing with chronic pain, looking to stay healthy, or, or just simply wanting to learn more about your health, this series is for you. It's free to attend, open to the community, and questions are encouraged. At Quincy Valley Medical Center, we believe healthcare goes beyond appointments and hospital walls.

It starts with education, prevention, and community connection. Hope to see you guys there. Monkey Around Pizza is hosting Bike Night on Friday, June 19th, from 5:30 to 9:00 PM. All are welcome to bring their motorcycles, show them off, and enjoy some great pizza and burgers. Come join the fun and show off your bike.

All riders are welcome Sunland Estates is hosting a benefit for Burn Children Recovery Foundation at Sunland Estates Park on Friday, June 19th. Music starts at 7:00 PM featuring, featuring '80s dance and rock hits with DJ Ramon Havens, laser light shows, house and EDM dance party music. [00:10:00] And on Saturday, June 20th, the party continues while they're hosting a golf tournament, a silent auction from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and a live auction from 7:30 to 8:30 PM.

Music from Hell on W- Hills, Northwest premier county rock band. Country rock band, sorry. So come out, enjoy some live music, auctions, golf, and fun for a great cause. If you wanna know more about this event, be sure and check out our story over on welcomeToQuincyWA.com. Attention local business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs, the Grant County Economic Development Council and Moses Lake Chamber of Commerce are hosting a free small business resource and requirements workshop on Wednesday, June 24th from 9:00 to 11:00 AM with doors opening at 8:30 AM at Skill Source in Moses Lake.

Usually I don't advertise something that far over, but this is a great resource for all of our small business owners and those who are looking to [00:11:00] build small businesses in the Grant County region, so I had to share this out. Representatives from state agencies and local organizations, including the SBD- Small Business Development Center, the Department of Revenue, Labor and Industries, Department of Commerce will all be there to answer questions and connect you with free resources to help you plan, start, and grow your business.

So that is Wednesday, June 24th, next week over in Moses Lake. You're invited on Saturday, June 27th from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at 1105 Northeast Columbia Way in Quincy across from the Yahoo building to join and celebrate the grand opening of Garage Life. They're excited to announce they're opening Quincy's new luxury storage facility for RVs, boats, and vehicles.

Come and be part of the ribbon cutting. Hope to see you there at one of Quincy's newest businesses. In church summer events, the 2026 summer VBS schedule is here. Faith Community Church's VBS is [00:12:00] June 22nd through June 25th from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM. St. Paul Lutheran Church VBS is July 6th through July 10th from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM.

First Baptist Church VBS is July 6th through-- and July 10th-- through July 10th from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. And the Quincy Free Methodist Church VBS is July 13th through July 17th, 5:30 to 7:30 PM. If your church is hosting a VBS and we haven't got it on the schedule yet, please let us know. We'll be glad to advertise it here on the schedule.

In safety h- announcements and community highlights, Washington State Department of Transportation like to remind you that work will be underway on the Hansen Road overpass out by Moses Lake, uh, starting in early July, followed by construction. They'll be demolishing the old Hansen Road overpass and building a new one.

Also, [00:13:00] State Route 20, the North Cascades Highway, is fully reopened for the season after extensive repairs for the last month or so. Uh, the North Cascades Highway across the mountains is now open fully. Pet owners, here's a quick reminder. Microchip Mondays are back at the Grant County Animal Outreach throughout the month of June.

Every Monday from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, you can get your pet microchipped for just $15. That includes a free registration. No appointments needed, just stop by the shelter. Remember to keep pets on a leash or in a carrier, and check in with staff before removing the animals from your vehicle, and be prepared to pay at the time of service.

If your pet ever gets lost, a microchip can make all the difference in helping them get home safely. We're looking forward to seeing everybody and trying to get all those pets microchipped before July 4th, and that ever-traumatic day for most animals Did you know that you can access welcome2quincywa.com right from your phone?

Download the free Substack ac- Substack app [00:14:00] and sign in with your free subscription to welcome2quincywa.com. Get all of your favorite stories, notes, and chat for our paid subscribers right to your phone. No more scrolling throu- through Facebook to try and find stories and find out what's happening in our community.

Go straight to the stories, go straight to the information, and no more social media headache. Now let's move into city admin news, school announcements, and a handful of summer opportunities from camps to recreation programs that are beginning to take shape around the 9848. The city of Quincy notices hereby given to the public that the following intersections and streets will be temporarily closed to through traffic due to the construction of A Street Northeast.

A Street Northeast from the intersection of Third Avenue Northeast to Sixth Avenue Northeast. The intersection of Third Avenue Northeast and A Street Northeast, Sixth Avenue Northeast from A Street Northeast to Alley- Alley Construct- to Alley. Sorry. Construction is [00:15:00] estimated to start June twenty-second and be completed by the first week of September.

It isn't affecting us yet, but it is coming very quickly. For more information, please contact Hurst Construction at five o nine six six four zero one seven three or the City of Quincy at five o nine seven eight seven three five two three, extension two five eight. They apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience as they work on fixing these areas and making them better for public use.

Grant County Fire District Three is developing its strategic plan, and they wanna hear from you. Over the past several months, they've been evaluating their services, identifying future challenges, and developing goals to help continue providing exceptional emergency services for our community. Now it's your turn to help prioritize what matters most.

Please take a few minutes to complete their community strategic plan survey and share your thoughts on priorities that will guide the future of your fire district. There's a link over on their website. It's also on their Facebook [00:16:00] page. Your feedback will help ensure strategic plan reflects the needs and expectations of the community that they proudly serve.

Thank you for helping us build a safer future together In school news, Ascending Track and Field presents Jackrabbit Youth Track and Field Summer Camp, a fun, positive, and engaging summer camp for elementary and middle school athletes of all abilities. Learn new skills, build confidence, and fall in love with track and field.

The camp dates are June 23rd through July 31st, with practices on Tuesday and Thursday starting at 8:00 and 9:00 AM, depending on your age group. There will also be three meets included for the athletes to compete in on Saturday, July 18th, July 25th, and August 1st. Cost is $35. It's a great opportunity for Quincy athletes to enter track and field and find out just how much fun it can be.

Let's wrap out today's show with a great quote from John Lubbock: "Rest is not idleness, and to lie sometimes on the grass under trees on a summer's day [00:17:00] is by no means a waste of time." That's your local update for today. Thank you for starting your morning with the Good Morning Quincy, Washington newscast, local news for the 98848 community.

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