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ORDINANCE NO. 716

AN ORDINANCE TO ADOPT THE ANNUAL BUDGET OF THE CITY OF WARDEN,

Big Bend students hold craft bazaar

MOSES LAKE - The Big Bend Community College chapter of the National Student Nurses Association (NSNA) is holding a craft bazaar Thursday.

SEPA RULES

DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSAL: Burkett Lake Nursery and Irrigation

Moses Lake man killed in Spokane

SPOKANE - A 21-year-old Moses Lake man was fatally shot at a Spokane hotel while visiting the city with a large group of friends for a concert.

Royal basketball boys could be tallest in SCAC

ROYAL CITY - East or West, Royal High School could have the tallest boys basketball team in the South Central 1A Conference this year.

Moses Lake wrestling looks for more success

MOSES LAKE- The Moses Lake wrestling team looks to be in the thick of things again this season as the Chiefs return three state placers to the roster that finished 17-3 in CBBN competition.

Hopes high for MLHS girls

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake High School girls basketball team lost five seniors to graduation last year.

GUEST EDITORIAL: The reality of world competition for America's factory owners

In today's dog-eat-dog world, change is constant and accelerating. Other countries are stealing our factories and jobs and are hungry for more. That is the new reality.

Track club looking for student athletes

MOSES LAKE - Teaching student athletes what it means to be well rounded citizens with good sportsmanship skills. That's the objective of the Running Against the Wind (R.A.W.) SPEED track club.

Maximiliano (Nito) Vela, Jr.

Maximiliano (Nito) Vela, Jr. went to be with the Lord on November 20, 2011, in Woodinville, Washington.

Skeletal remains found near Potholes

MARDON - A hunter discovered human remains near a boat launch at the east end of the Potholes Reservoir the day before Thanksgiving.

WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/30 Gonzaga 71 @ WSU 69

MLCA girls team counting on youth

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Christian Academy girls basketball team has it's work cut out if they expect to repeat as the North Central Washington 1B District 6 Champions.

Calendar Nov 30 - Dec 6

WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/30 UW 66 @ Idaho 49

MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/30 Grambling St. 37 @ WSU 69

Banks Lake being refilled after 30 foot drawdown

COULEE CITY - Banks Lake is being refilled while work crews handle planned maintenance projects along the lake.

MLCA boys gear up for new season

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Christian Academy (MLCA) boys basketball team is set to make another run at the North Central Washington 1B  league and district championship.

Royal Slope Seniors set Thursday luncheon for holiday memories

You are invited to celebrate Thanksgiving and Christmas memories with Royal Slope Seniors on Thursday, Dec. 1, at the Royal City Community Center.

MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/30 EWU 73 @ Idaho 66

Jose Solis

Jose A. Solis, Jr., 21, lifelong Moses Lake resident, died Sunday, November 27, 2011 in Spokane, WA. Jose was born September 25, 1990 in Moses Lake, WA to Jose A. and Elvia (Gutierrez) Solis.

EDITORIAL: Return to Tucumcari? Well, of course

Just about the time you think you've seen it all, or heard it all, something new happens.

Big Bend starts new pilot program

MOSES LAKE - Big Bend Community College and Inland Helicopters of Spokane have partnered to train a new generation of helicopter pilots.

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

The City Council of the City of Royal City has set a Public Hearing on December 6th, 2011, at 7:00 pm, at City Hall, 445 Camelia Street, NE, Royal City, to receive comments concerning the proposed 2012 Annual Budget for the City of Royal City. The public is invited and encouraged to attend.

ACH returning to the big show

PASCO - The Almira/Coulee-Hartline (ACH) Warriors are headed back to the Gridiron Classic to battle the Neah Bay Red Devils for the 1B state championship.

Simplot's Grant County plants spared closures

MOSES LAKE - Simplot's Moses Lake and Othello plants are remaining open after the company recently announced plans to close its Idaho plants in Nampa and Aberdeen.

Odessa-Harrington season ends at Lions Field

MOSES LAKE - Jared King threw for 300 yards and three touchdowns, and ran for two more, but it wasn't enough to lead the Titans to a victory over Neah Bay.

Man acquitted of drive-by

EPHRATA - A Warden man accused of chasing three men and shooting at them was found not guilty of a majority of the charges.

Moses Lake families chose adoption

MOSES LAKE - Lisa Boorman describes the adoptions of her son Benjamin, 1, and daughter, Gianna, 2, as "amazing experiences."

WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/29 EWU 76 @ Portland 60

Joan Rogers

Joan B. Rogers, 79, loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and sister passed away on November 22, 2011 while at home with family. The family will be having a private memorial for Joan on Saturday, December 3, 2011. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory. Please sign the online guestbook at www.kayserschapel.com

Kozer offered defense director job

EPHRATA - The Grant County commissioners offered the top job in the Department of Public Defense to Stephen Kozer.

'Operation Friendship' raises toys for kids

MOSES LAKE - With Christmas right around the corner, toys are on every kid's mind.

Soap Lake restricts truck routes, parking

SOAP LAKE - Commercial truckers face new detours in Soap Lake, which restricted in-city driving and banned big rig parking on residential streets.

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Sealed bids will be received by the Public Utility District No.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

Ptn of Farm Unit 58, Irrigation Blk 71, Columbia Basin

Notice of Application

November 28, 2011

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

Lot 9, Block 13, Lakeview Terrace Unit 1

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

Lot 2 & North Easterly 1/2 Lot 3 Blk 2 Barclay Add. To

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

Lot 3, Ridgecrest Major Plat

Probe of police shooting continues

ROYAL CITY - As of Friday afternoon, the investigation of the Oct. 24 police shooting in Royal City remains incomplete.

High Mountain Hunting Supply opens in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - High Mountain Hunting Supply chose Moses Lake for a new location to better serve customers in the Moses Lake, Othello, and Ephrata areas.

Ephrata increases permit fees

EPHRATA - Ephrata's building permit fees are increasing to cover a roughly $30,000 to $40,000 annual deficit.

Questions about water accounting lead to Schwana shakeup

SCHWANA - Questions about accounting at the Sentinel Gap Water Association (SGWA), which serves the community of Schwana with potable water, has led to a shakeup in leadership.

Child advocate helps connect kids to hospital

MOSES LAKE - Hal Gruver loves kids so much, he can't say no to an opportunity to help them.

Historical society to meet Nov. 29

EPHRATA - The Grant County Historical Society will hold its annual meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 29.

MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/27 UC Davis 59 @ EWU 79

Donations fund second hockey storage shed

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake City Council accepted donations from area hockey clubs to pay for a second storage shed/changing room at the city’s ice rink.

MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/27 UC Riverside 64 vs WSU 63

Chief Moses students start a chain reaction

MOSES LAKE - Chief Moses Middle School students are flocking to a group challenging them to instigate a positive chain reaction in their school and community.

Two certifications for Grant County fire captain

ROYAL CITY - Grant County Fire District No. 10/11 Captain/Mechanic Russ Hersh has achieved the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) and Master Emergency Vehicle Technician (ET) certifications.

Reader wants initiative amended

My wife has been a Contract Liquor Store manager in Ephrata for 8 years. We recently attended a meeting with the liquor board to review the impacts of I-1183. One point caught our attention.

Reader wants stray dog problem addressed

In regard to the article about stray cats. What is being done about the stray dogs? We live on a corner with no fence. Every day we have dogs using our yard as their potty. Not a day goes by when there aren’t any. We have a dog that we take out on a leash. It is driving him crazy watching other dogs coming into HIS yard. He is at the window barking madly at them. Why don’t the owners keep them on a leash or in their own yards. Not mine? City council you have more than just a cat problem to deal with. Please address both of these.

Reader concerned about budget cuts

I am a certified teacher for the state of Washington. I love what I do! I love it so much that I am staying employed as a teacher despite a challenge we have in our family. We have been blessed with a Down Syndrome son, Tyler, who has special needs and care. What our family has been able to do because of the home care policies has helped us keep Tyler at home for a half day while I work part-time as an instructor. I am his parent provider. So far I have been very grateful to the state and to the funds that are available to me and my family.

Reader protests FDA rules

Help.

Reader confused by request

People tell me that this is a conservative place. People say that they want less government interference and more individual freedom. But I doubt this. I think that people here secretly love government interference.

Shootings reported in Mattawa area

MATTAWA - Grant County Sheriff's deputies are investigating a series of gang-involved shooting incidents near Mattawa.

Wilma Brizendine

Wilma H. Brizendine, 85, a Moses Lake resident for 52 years and teacher in the Moses Lake School District, passed away on Tuesday evening, November 22, 2011 at home surrounded by family. At Wilmas' request there will be a private graveside service. Please sign the book or leave a note for the family at www.kayserschapel.com Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel of Memories.

MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/26 Big Bend 113 vs BBCC Alumni 93

WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/26 WSU 90 vs Prairie View A&M 52

Ted Smith

Ted LeRoy Smith, 82, Moses Lake resident, died on November 22, 2011. His final days were spent surrounded by family and friends, during his fight against lung cancer.

MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/26 Quest 55 @ CWU 103

Teacher utilizes donated newspapers

I want to begin by thanking you and the Columbia Basin Herald for supplying my classroom with newspapers each week. They have become very useful in the classroom. Not only do my students use the newspapers to learn about what is happening in our community, they also use them for many spelling and reading activities. I often have my students use the newspapers to identify words that display the phonic’s skill that we are working on. My students also look for spelling and vocabulary words as they read. This helps my students see how their learning may be applied in the real world as well as build upon their reading skills.

WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/26 EWU 58 @ Brigham Young 77

WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/26 UW 51 @ San Diego St 63

Teacher expresses thanks for newspaper

I am writing to thank you for your generosity in donating a bundle of newspapers to my classroom on a weekly basis. These newspapers are used for various educational activities. First and foremost, the students obtain an understanding of how to read a newspaper and begin to understand how to read for current events.

Budget solution

It is not hard to cut government budgets. It's really not.

11/26 WSU 21 @ Washington 38 (Apple Cup)

WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/26 Big Bend 88 vs BBCC Alumni 39

Reader touts Big Bend's efforts, success

For 50 years, Big Bend Community College has been committed to providing education and training for people so they can develop better skills, find better jobs, and be more effective community members.

Request for Bids

Grant County Emergency Management is seeking competitive bid for

LEGAL NOTICE

MOSES LAKE: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT A PUBLIC AUCTION/LANDLORD LIEN FORECLOSURE SALE WILL TAKE PLACE ON DECEMBER 2, 2011, AT 10:00 a.m. at Cascade Communities Ltd., 8834 Cochran Road NE #15, Moses Lake, Washington 98837, on a 1962 10'x50' Vagabond Mobile Home Serial No. GSKAS117 located at 8834 Cochran Road NE #15, Moses Lake, Washington, 98837, (509)765-5401.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON

IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF WALLA WALLA

BBCC women's basketball reloads for upcoming season

MOSES LAKE — The Big Bend Community College women’s basketball team is looking to be in the thick of things in the Northwest Athletic Association of Community Colleges (NWAACC), as they returns three of its top three scorers from last years line up.

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD December 5, 2011 at 9:30 a.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata, WA for the purpose of fixing the final Grant County budget for the year 2011, making tax levies, and approving the Capital Expenditure Plan. Any interested persons may appear and be heard either for or against the proposed budgets.

Big Bend receives funding for degree completion

MOSES LAKE - Big Bend Community College is one of nine colleges nationwide to receive funding to help students graduate.

Vikings mens basketball in search of three-peat

MOSES LAKE — The Big Bend Community College Mens basketball team has its eyes set on winning its third Northwest Athletic Association of Community Colleges (NWAACC) Eastern Region championship in a row this year.

MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/25 New Mexico 72 vs WSU 62

City of Mattawa turns down health district

MATTAWA - The City of Mattawa has turned down the Grant County Health District's request for support funding.

WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/25 WSU 39 vs Michigan 69

MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/25 Houston Baptist 65 @ UW 88

Warden students help restock food pantry

WARDEN - It was a big setback when Warden's Community Food Pantry was recently gutted in an apparent burglary just before the holiday season.

Red Rock students express Thanksgiving

ROYAL CITY - A select number of Red Rock Elementary fifth graders recently expressed themselves in writing about Thanksgiving. Their letters follow:

Liquor store managers wonder about future

MOSES LAKE - More than 100 state contract liquor store managers from Eastern Washington packed the Moses Lake Event Center Tuesday to learn more about Initiative 1183's affects on their operations.

MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/24 Oklahoma 74 vs WSU 59

Annual Habitat Festival of Trees is Saturday

MOSES LAKE - Habitat for Humanity's 17th annual Festival of Trees Saturday offers food, auctions and a chance to support a good cause.

WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/24 WSU 65 vs Marquette 52

Kindergarten, sixth grade students help bag food

MOSES LAKE - Kindergarten students from Moses Lake Christian Academy, joined by their sixth grade partners, helped out the Moses Lake Food Bank Tuesday morning.

Herald closed

MOSES LAKE - The Columbia Basin Herald is closed on Thursday to celebrate Thanksgiving.

Seattle Mariners outfielder Greg Halman killed

THE HAGUE, Netherlands - Seattle Mariners outfielder Greg Halman was stabbed to death early Monday and his brother was arrested as a suspect, Dutch police said.

Annexation draws gun club concerns

EPHRATA - The annexation of a 162-acre piece of land drew concerns from an Ephrata Sportsmen's Association member.

Thankful, yes

Simply put, I'm thankful to be alive.

MLIRD

On December 13, 2011 between 1:00 & 8:00 p.m., electors

LEGAL NOTICE

The Port of Royal Slope is holding a Special Meeting on Tuesday, November 29th at 2:00 p.m. for the bid opening for a rail inspector.

CALL FOR BIDS

Sealed Proposals will be received by the undersigned at the

Messers to celebrate 74th anniversary on Thanksgiving

ROYAL CITY - Paul and Mary Messer, residents of Royal City from 1971-2008, will celebrate their 74th wedding anniversary in Shoreline on Thanksgiving Day.

Schwiesow signs letter of intent

MOSES LAKE - Courtney Schwiesow, senior anchor on the Moses Lake High School swim and dive team, has signed a letter of intent to enroll at California State University-East Bay in Oakland on a swimming scholarship.

Savoie facing second trial

EPHRATA - Prosecutors are retrying Evan D. Savoie for the 2003 murder of Craig Sorger.

WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/23 UW 46 @ UC Santa Barbara 37

Shirley Rorick

On November 17th, 2011 Shirley Jean Rorick passed away at Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane, Wash. at age 63. Shirley Jean Rorick was born and raised in Moses Lake, Washington to Lynsee and Ruth (Prinz) Lee and raised her four surviving children here as well. Gary Wayne Harless, Michelle Lee Robbins, Tameara Lynn Johnson, and James Albert Rorick. She is also survived by her brothers Leon Watson, William Watson and his wife Marlene Watson, Dick Watson and his wife Trudy Watson, and Robert Lutskas and his wife as well as many nieces, nephew, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.

GUEST EDITORIAL: Our state health care exchange should preserve choice

Even as the new health care law heads for the U.S. Supreme Court where it faces an uncertain future, Washington state is moving forward with its $23 million effort to design and implement a health care exchange.

Claire W. (Jones) Zimmerman

Claire was born and raised in Enfield, Conneticut, moving to Longmeadow, Massachusetts. Claire was the oldest of 5 children born to the late Adddison L. Jones and Clara B. Jones. She met the Love of her life during WW2 at Westover Air Field, They later married and had 2 daughters. They spent much of their early marriage going from one end of the country to the other end of the country. Their oldest daughter was born on the sunny tropical island of Bermuda. The youngest was born during a tour at McChord Air base, Tacoma, WA.

Irene Harper

Irene E. Harper, 88, a resident of Othello passed away Sunday, November 20, 2011 at Kadlec Regional Medical Center in Richland, her loving family at her side. Interment will be at Lakin-Comanche Cemetery in Ellinwood, Kansas. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a note for the family at www.kayserschapel.com In lieu of flowers, please donate to your favorite charity.

Navy recruiters help load up Thanksgiving meals

MOSES LAKE - Six central Washington Navy recruiters flexed their muscles Friday morning to help out the Moses Lake Food Bank.

EDITORIAL: It's just nine... or so more miles to Tucumcari

It's 9 a.m. Sunday in Denton, Texas. The temperature is about 70 degrees - rising toward 80 - and the humidity is 93. I feel like I need another shower already.

Soap Lake 2012 budget maintains city services

SOAP LAKE - Soap Lake's $2.9 million budget for next year is a no frills affair that sustains current city services and staffing levels.

Grant County budget remains unchanged

EPHRATA - Some Grant County departments are struggling with a proposed 2012 budget, which is roughly the same as last year.

REC Silicon donates 250 turkeys

MOSES LAKE - For the fourth year, REC Silicon combined work safety observations with a Thanksgiving turkey drive.

LEGAL NOTICE

The 2011 Preliminary Budget for the City of Royal City has been prepared and placed on file with the City Finance Director. Copies of the 2012 Preliminary Budget are available for review during regular business hours 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday, at City Hall, 445 Camelia Street, NE, Royal City.

LEGAL NOTICE

A board seat on the Moses Lake Conservation District is available for appointment by the Washington State Conservation Commission. Conservation district board supervisors are public officials who serve without compensation and set policy and direction for the conservation district. An applicant must be a registered voter, and may be required to own land or operate a farm. For more information, or to obtain an application form, please contact the Moses Lake Conservation District or visit the Conservation Commission website at http://www.scc.wa.gov/. Application must be received by the Conservation Commission no later than March 31, 2012.

Big Bend receives award from governor

MOSES LAKE - Big Bend Community College's commercial driver's license program helps the state economy and they have the award to prove it.

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

The City Council of the City of Royal City has set a Public Hearing on December 6th, 2011, at 7:00 pm, at City Hall, 445 Camelia Street, NE, Royal City, to receive comments concerning the proposed 2012 Annual Budget for the City of Royal City. The public is invited and encouraged to attend.

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

The City Council of the City of Royal City has set a Public Hearing on December 6th, 2011, at 7:00 pm, at City Hall, 445 Camelia Street, NE, Royal City, to receive comments concerning the proposed 2012 Annual Budget for the City of Royal City. The public is invited and encouraged to attend.

LEGAL NOTICE

The Moses Lake Police Department is currently in possession of a 12 foot black aluminum boat and trailer. The trailer is not legally licensed. The boat has an old Evinrude 18 horsepower motor affixed to it. Anyone who believes that they are the legal owner of this vessel, should contact Police Specialist Robert Carpenter before December 15th, 2011. If the legal owner cannot be located, the vessel will be destroyed or sold at public auction.

WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/22 Oregon St 74 @ EWU 60

Ephrata water rates to increase

EPHRATA - Ephrata plans to start increasing water rates next year.

ACH advances to semifinal round

MOSES LAKE - Colin Deyarmin rushed for 152 yards on 18 carries and scored four touchdowns to lead Almira/Coulee-Hartine (ACH) to a 52-8 win over Touchet at Lions Field Friday.

Top Northern Pikeminnow harvester earned $66,478

PORTLAND -- The top earner in the Northern Pikeminnow Sports Reward Program this year earned $66,478 during the six-month season, and the second place angler brought in $60,742.

MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/22 EWU 89 @ Hawaii 72

Ryan Doumit gets 1-year deal with Twins

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - The Minnesota Twins and versatile catcher Ryan Doumit agreed Friday a one-year, $3 million contract.

Archbishop Murphy shuts out Othello

EVERETT - Backup quarterback Connor Kruse ran for three touchdowns and threw for another as Archbishop Murphy crushed Othello 34-0.

Moses Lake man brings oil paintings to life

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake resident John Willey painted for most of his life, but what was once a hobby is now a professional ambition.

North Central Washington feels 4.6 quake

MOSES LAKE - A magnitude 4.6 earthquake briefly shook an area of northern Washington from a source about six miles northwest of Omak.

MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/22 Walla Walla 71 @ CWU 110

Hospitals achieve meaningful use status

MOSES LAKE - Samaritan Healthcare and Othello Community Hospital are among the first hospitals in the state to complete the first stage of a Medicare incentive program.

Lawsuit against county dismissed

SPOKANE - A former Grant County employee's federal lawsuit against Grant County and her former boss was dismissed.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

File No.: 7037.05884 Grantors: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

File No.: 7886.22764 Grantors: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

File No.: 7301.26513 Grantors: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc.

LEGAL NOTICE

The Port of Moses Lake will be holding a 2012 Budget Public Hearing on November 28, 2011. Copies of the budget are available at the Port Administration Office.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

File No.: 7886.22695 Grantors: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc.

NOTICE OF MEETING OF

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Directors of the East

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

File No.: 7021.29447 Grantors: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc.

LEGAL NOTICE

The 2011 Preliminary Budget for the City of Royal City has been prepared and placed on file with the City Finance Director. Copies of the 2012 Preliminary Budget are available for review during regular business hours 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday, at City Hall, 445 Camelia Street, NE, Royal City.

PORT OF MOSES LAKE

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS

LEGAL NOTICE

The Port of Moses Lake is required to establish three commissioner districts with equal populations consistent with the 2010 census. Copies of the proposed boundaries can be obtained at the Port office or by contacting the Port at 509-762-5363. A public hearing on the proposed district boundaries will be held on November 28, 2011 at 2 pm at the Port office: 7810 Andrews ST. Suite 200 Moses Lake, WA 98837.

MLIRD board approves $1.4 million 2012 budget

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District Board of Directors unanimously approved a slightly smaller $1.4 million budget for 2012, when compared to 2011.

Moses Lake Civic Center opens today

MOSES LAKE - After more than a year of work and waiting, the Moses Lake Civic Center opens today with public tours and events from 1 to 9 p.m.

Tuesday shot clinic at health district

MOSES LAKE - Flu season has arrived, and the Grant County Health District is offering shots for $25 at its Moses Lake office at 1038 West Ivy.

WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/21 Evergreen 50 @ CWU 66

Master Hunter Program

What is the Master Hunter Permit Program? As stated by Fish and Wildlife: "The Master Hunter Permit Program is designed to promote responsible hunting. In addition to training, the program emphasizes safe, lawful and ethical hunting priorities while upholding the highest standards. The program offers an opportunity for conscientious, committed hunters who care about the future of hunting to assume a leadership role among their peers. Through their knowledge and conduct in the field, Master Hunters play a key role in improving relationships with landowners, thus ensuring continued hunter access to private lands."

Boy Scouts may sell property

MOSES LAKE - The Grand Columbia Council of Boy Scouts of America is selling property to pay off a $1.6 million debt.

More Pertussis cases reported

EPHRATA - An October report by the Grant County Health District noted the number of Pertussis cases in the county has risen to 57, with seven cases reported in September.

First snowfall delivers traffic collisions

MOSES LAKE - The season's first snowfall created wet roads and led to dozens of traffic collisions.

Mattawa Chamber elects officers

MATTAWA - The Mattawa Area Multicultural Chamber of Commerce elected new officers at its Nov. 9 meeting, but its future is still in doubt.

MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/20 UW 64 @ St Louis 77

MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/20 WSU 83 @ Portland 73

Master Hunter Advisory Group seeks members

Fish and Wildlife is accepting letters of interest through Dec. 18 for membership on the department's Master Hunter Advisory Group.

WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/20 WSU 58 @ South Dakota St 63

Help available for business exporting

MOSES LAKE - Two international trade specialists from the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) shared details about their free, public services available to businesses wanting to export.

Fatal shooting was in defense

EPHRATA - Charges won't be filed in the case of an Aug. 31 shooting in Moses Lake.

Voters choose Weeks, Scott and Noftle

MATTAWA - Seth Weeks and Jay Scott were voted to the Wahluke School Board and Mike Noftle was elected to the Royal School Board in contested races in the Nov. 8 general election.

Federal legislation aims to curb FERC

CRESCENT BAR - Federal Judge Justin Quackenbush is still sitting on key decisions in the Crescent Bar residents-vs-Grant County PUD lawsuit, but there is potentially good news for the islanders in Congress.

11/19 Washington 21 @ Oregon St 38

11/19 EWU 45 @ Idaho St 14

11/19 Utah 30 vs WSU 27

A self-shooting reported by injured Mattawa man

MATTAWA - A Mattawa man who went to the Othello hospital with a bullet wound to the chest on Thursday, Oct. 27, has told authorities he shot himself accidentally.

Clean lake helps boost property values

MOSES LAKE - Clean water matters when it comes to property values, which can trigger economic growth.

Officials position town for Boeing

RENTON - When Gov. Chris Gregoire made her pitch to have Boeing's 737 MAX built in Washington, Moses Lake was there.

Area athletes receive recognition

MOSES LAKE - Several high school athletes from Grant County were recognized for their contributions to their respective teams during the fall sports season.

Mary Holdren

Mary Patricia Gallagher Holdren, 53, passed away November 14, 2011, at her home, her "life for many years", with many family members present. She was born in Soap Lake, WA on July 8, 1958 to Thomas Roger Gallagher and Norma Jean Rodgers Gallagher. She married Frank Lee Holdren on October 19, 1974. They recently celebrated their 37th anniversary.

County anti-freeze collection on-going

EPHRATA - Grant County Solid Waste's Joan Melvin reminds residents of Grant County that there is a free year-around collection of used anti-freeze at the Ephrata Landfill.

Emergency management reminds folks of carbon hazard

MOSES LAKE - With winter arriving, Grant County Emergency Management reminds people about the hazards of fuel-powered appliances and the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.

Discover Pass volunteer projects continue to be elusive

The rules state: Volunteers who work 24 hours or more on approved projects are eligible for a complimentary Discover Pass.

Marcos Hernandez Gonzalez

Marcos Hernandez "Marc" Gonzalez, 42, lifelong resident of Moses Lake passed away Tuesday, November 15, 2011 in Central Washington Hospital in Wenatchee after suffering from heart disease and other illnesses. Marcos was born February 3, 1969 in Moses Lake, Washington to Rojelio C. "Roy" and Mary (Hernandez) Gonzalez.

Fresh News From MarDon: Waterfowl and Walleye

MARDON RESORT - Here in the Potholes Recreation Area we are seeing much improved waterfowl hunting with some winter weather. Also Walleye fishing on the MarDon Dock has begun. Only overnight guests are allowed to fish off the dock at night.

11/19 Othello 0 @ Archbishop Murphy 34

Ed Harvill relates the story of his parents in an interview

Columbia Basin history

LEGAL NOTICE

The Port of Moses Lake will be holding a 2012 Budget Public Hearing on November 28, 2011. Copies of the budget are available at the Port Administration Office.

Ordinance No. 2632

An ordinance fixing the estimated amount to be received for

City of Moses Lake

National Frozen Foods submitted an application for a major

Ordinance No. 2631

An ordinance repealing Chapter 6.06 of the Moses Lake Municipal

Ordinance No. 2633

An ordinance fixing the amount to be received for municipal

LEGAL NOTICE

The Port of Royal Slope is holding a Special Meeting on Tuesday, November 22nd at 1:30 p.m. to negotiate a contract for engineering services for the second well project.

LEGAL NOTICE

MOSES LAKE: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT A PUBLIC AUCTION/LANDLORD LIEN FORECLOSURE SALE WILL TAKE PLACE ON DECEMBER 2, 2011, AT 10:00 a.m. at Cascade Communities Ltd., 8834 Cochran Road NE #15, Moses Lake, Washington 98837, on a 1962 10'x50' Vagabond Mobile Home Serial No. GSKAS117 located at 8834 Cochran Road NE #15, Moses Lake, Washington, 98837, (509)765-5401.

CITY OF OTHELLO

NOTICE THAT THE CITY OF OTHELLO'S

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON

CITIMORTGAGE, INC., and NORTHWEST

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD December 5, 2011 at 9:30 a.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata, WA for the purpose of fixing the final Grant County budget for the year 2011, making tax levies, and approving the Capital Expenditure Plan. Any interested persons may appear and be heard either for or against the proposed budgets.

SUMMARY PUBLICATION

In accordance with RCW 35A.12.160, the following is a summary of

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Rodeo fundraiser set for Saturday

MOSES LAKE - The Central Washington University (CWU) Rodeo Team is holding its annual 4-D barrel race fundraising event Saturday at the Grant County Fair Grounds from 9 a.m. to noon.

Citizen asks Moses Lake to deal with outdoor cats

MOSES LAKE - New rules regarding pet cats could soon be on the Moses Lake City Council agenda in response to a concerned citizen.

Shoppers fill Big Lots!

MOSES LAKE - Outside the new Moses Lake Big Lots! store, Betty Black and Candy Lair were loading their car with bags of purchases Saturday.

Quincy council looks at recycling

QUINCY - Quincy officials are considering a curb side recycling program for the city.

Tuesday shot clinic at health district

MOSES LAKE - Flu season has arrived, and the Grant County Health District is offering shots for $25 at its Moses Lake office at 1038 West Ivy.

Top Northern Pikeminnow harvester earned $66,478

PORTLAND -- The top earner in the Northern Pikeminnow Sports Reward Program this year earned $66,478 during the six-month season, and the second place angler brought in $60,742.

Emergency management reminds folks of carbon monixide hazard

MOSES LAKE - With winter arriving, Grant County Emergency Management reminds people about the hazards of fuel-powered appliances and the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.

Reader questions perceived secrecy

Week after week, we see the quarter page or half page or even full page ads paid for by the Moses Lake irrigation district, patting themselves on the back or articles written by the Herald, giving them the platform to make excuses or accusations. My first question is: just want kind of an advertising budget do they have with tax payer dollars to continually buy such large ads? My next questions is: why are they so adamant, always pointing the finger elsewhere and not just willing to be more open and up front with their elections? What would these changes hurt? It would definitely dispel any appearance of impropriety! Then they would not continually have to hold "forums" and have "security available" to answer some of these questions that the general tax payer has every right to ask. And, they definitely would not have to feel "threatened" or that their integrity was being questioned. Any tax payer-supported entity should be open and above board to questioning.

Letters from MLCA

Thank you for writing the CBH. I enjoy it a lot.

Outdoor lovers share similar interests

This is the second of a two-part series about a 2006 wildlife-related survey.

Saturday gang shootings under investigation

BEVERLY - The Grant County Sheriff's office was busy Sunday investigating Saturday, Nov. 12, gang-related shootings here and in Desert Aire that resulted in injuries to at least one person.

WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/18 WSU 69 @ Wisconsin 51

Fishin' Magician: Rufus Woods and Bridgeport

This is the time of year when many anglers plan trips to fish Rufus Woods Reservoir for triploid rainbow. This should be a good winter season, after the huge release of fish earlier this year. I have been getting good reports from Anton Jones, at Darrell and Dads Family Guide Service, along with photos of limit catches of fat triploids taken near the net pens.

EDITORIAL: Pay to use my money?

What's $5 a month to Bank of America? The money clearly meant more to the financial giant's debit-card holders, because they fought harder for it.

EDITORIAL: Smoking ads

There are some blatantly good and bad guys in the story of cigarettes. The bad guys are the companies that misled the public for years about the dangers of smoking. The good guys are the anti-smoking advocates and the governments that slapped restrictions on smoking and that seek to put the horrifying truth in front of people who would otherwise light up.

GUEST EDITORIAL: Hansen writes of 'character assassinations'

MOSES LAKE - I've experienced a number of character assassinations this last month by the Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District. Although not mentioned by name, the Oct. 13 issue of the Columbia Basin Herald stated that the sinking of the dredge was caused by "eco-terrorism."

Federal legislation aims to curb FERC

CRESCENT BAR - Federal Judge Justin Quackenbush is still sitting on key decisions in the Crescent Bar residents-vs-Grant County PUD lawsuit, but there is potentially good news for the islanders in Congress.

Moses Lake schools prepares for cuts

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake School District is preparing for a reduction in state education funding without knowing for certain how much money will be cut.

Reader supports election changes

It is amazing to me that the Moses Lake irrigation district has taken such a strong stand against Mick Hansen. They may be fine, upstanding citizens that work for the Moses Lake irrigation district, but since I live on the lake, I would want the board to be above reproach. Why wouldn't you want a check and balance system in your elections? When we voted at the last election, there were so many unanswered questions about who could vote and how many votes each person got, etc.

PUD lawyers disqualified in Crescent Bar lawsuit

CRESCENT BAR - The attorneys representing the Grant County PUD have been disqualified in a lawsuit brought by Crescent Bar Island residents.

Reader is upset over theft

Disgrace! I am a 21-years-of-service disabled veteran and am truly honored to have served my (our) country. People thank us for our service. "Proud" is what I feel, but humbled by the attention. The attention I received last night cut me deep. I, like many others, hung my stars and stripes out my front door to honor my veteran brothers and sisters to include my son, my brother and my nephew, who are still serving. Since there was a light shining on the flag it was proper to leave my flag out at night. I've had that flag since I left the service many, many years ago and was due to be properly retired. Now I don't get that chance thanks to the whatever or whoever that ripped it down late last night. If you believe it was your First Amendment right to rip down this flag, then all I can say is "you're welcome" from a vet.

WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/18 Harding 68 vs CWU 88

EDITORIAL: Leaderless, but not out

Franklin Roosevelt assured the country there was nothing to fear but fear itself. Ronald Reagan urged us to stay the course. Bill Clinton found hope in pop culture and Fleetwood Mac, serving up inspiration with a song: "Don't stop, thinking about tomorrow."

Reader enjoyed downtown event

Well, it might not have been one enchanted evening, but it certainly was a hallowed Halloween.

Reader supports immigrant rights

Recently several people were sent to work at orchards at minimum wage. This is good so others can understand what these Mexican immigrants go through working jobs that American citizens don't want. I was told when this was done the people walked off the job and walked toward the road until they could get a ride back to the Tri-Cities. This is a percent of people on assistance from the government.

GUEST EDITORIAL: Samaritan Healthcare campuses are tobacco free

MOSES LAKE - As part of the Samaritan Healthcare mission to provide health care services that improve the well-being of the people of our community, in May of 2011 the Board of Commissioners decided to make all campuses of Samaritan Healthcare "tobacco free."

Reader wants more transparency

Is email great or what! During the rate increase meetings held back in August 2011, three PUD commissioners met privately with an out-of-town consultant hired by the Grant County Industrial Alliance, a group promoting industrial development in the county. This meeting of a quorum of commissioners constitutes an illegal meeting under Washington state's Open Public Meeting Act. A public records request from the PUD shows emails dated Aug. 2 and 3, 2011 between the PUD manager and Gary Saleba, president of EES Consulting Inc., a firm providing services in the power and energy industry. In the Aug. 2 email, Saleba states, "We have meeting with some of your commissioners tomorrow to discuss rate levels and structures. We have some constructive ideas in both areas." The Aug. 3 email states, "Met with Bob, Tom and Terry." Saleba goes on to say, "At the end of the day, we'll do some fairly serious commentary on 8/23 and see what happens." Commissioner Allred did not attend these meetings or have any private discussions with this consulting firm or industrial people.

Two hurt, one seriously, in unusual accident

ROYAL CITY - One man was hurt seriously and one not so much in an unusual farm accident near here on Sunday, Nov. 6.

Reader comments on recent district doings

In the article about the MLIRD, some people seem to be playing fast and loose with the truth. I have known Mick Hansen my whole life. Anyone who knows him would know that he would never threaten some one with any kind of harm. If Mick is concerned about the dealings of the MLIRD, then we should all be concerned. I have no knowledge of any wrong doing at the MLIRD.

Reader disgruntled by fellow citizen

To the person who left a sticky note on my car at the Soap Lake post office accusing me of honking at you while you were looking at property and considering it rude: Number one - I can guarantee you it was not me. Second, there are four of us who have the exact vehicle, three of us are girls with blonde hair. Why do I know this, because I have seen them and I also get waved at by strangers and asked by friends why I didn't wave back at them. I shouldn't have to explain that to you but it seems you can't figure it out on your own. So, how can you be sure it was me? So, let me tell you what is rude: following me, waiting until I go inside a building and sticking a note on my car. That is not only very rude, it's actually kind of scary.

More Pertussis cases reported

EPHRATA - An October report by the Grant County Health District noted the number of pertussis cases in the county has risen to 57, with seven cases reported in September.

Writer clarifies previous letter

I would like to take a moment to clarify my recent letter to the editor regarding Ronald Reagan's continued popularity, and comments made by those polled, regarding why they liked Ronald Reagan.

Two hit by drive-by pellets at Desert Aire

DESERT AIRE - Two people were hit by what is believed to be buckshot during a drive-by shotgun shooting aimed at a residence at 510 Thunderbird Way West on Thursday, Nov. 10.

Husky-Cougar golf set for Nov. 26

DESERT AIRE - Washington Husky fans will square off with Washington State Cougar fans on Nov. 26 at Desert Aire Golf Course in the annual Husky-Cougar golf bash.

MEN'S BASKETBALL: 11/18 Brigham Young-Hawaii 77 vs CWU 78

Two hurt, one seriously, in unusual accident

ROYAL CITY - One man was hurt seriously and one not so much in an unusual farm accident near here on Sunday, Nov. 6.

NOTICE TO VENDORS

The Quincy-Columbia Basin Irrigation District purchases materials, equipment and supplies estimated to cost between $10,000 and $50,000 as set forth in RCW 39.04.190. Quotations are solicited through District communications to vendors having requested to be listed to receive such notifications.

CALL FOR BIDS

Sealed Proposals will be received by the undersigned at the

SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 715

The City Council of the City of Warden has adopted an ordinance creating new Chapter 17.42 of the Warden Municipal Code, titled "Temporary Uses".

Moses Lake kids perform 'Jack and the Beanstalk'

MOSES LAKE - Fee-fi-fo-fum. I smell a night of theatrical fun.

Swim & dive brings home medals

Federal Way - The Moses Lake girls swim and dive team returned from a successful performance at the state meet last weekend, bringing home medals and setting personal and school records.

Elks host annual free community Thanksgiving dinner

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Elks host a free community Thanksgiving dinner Thursday.

Simplot's Grant County plants spared closures

MOSES LAKE - Simplot's Moses Lake and Othello plants are remaining open after the company recently announced plans to close its Idaho plants in Nampa and Aberdeen.

MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/17 Sacramento State 68 @ WSU 79

Ephrata volleyball ends on high note

OLYMPIA - The Ephrata volleyball team ended a successful season with a trip to the state 2A tournament last weekend at Evergreen State College.

Shootings reported in Mattawa area

MATTAWA - Grant County Sheriff's deputies are investigating a series of gang-involved shooting incidents near Mattawa.

Weekend gang activity and injuries are under investigation

BEVERLY - The Grant County Sheriff's office was busy Sunday investigating Saturday night gang-related shootings here and in Desert Aire that resulted in injuries to at least one person.

MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/17 EWU 65 @ Oregon 73

Othello adds officer, parks and rec director

OTHELLO - A police officer and recreation director are two of the additions to Othello's proposed 2012 budget

Two hit by drive-by pellets

DESERT AIRE - Two people were hit by what is believed to be buckshot during a drive-by shotgun shooting aimed at a residence at 510 Thunderbird Way West on Thursday, Nov. 10.

WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/17 San Diego 57 @ EWU 68

'Ninety-nine Percenters' to hold Moses Lake rally

MOSES LAKE - Local advocates of the "We are the 99 percent" movement are holding a rally Thursday evening in Moses Lake.

Warnick looks ahead to sessions

MOSES LAKE - In just a few weeks District 13 Rep. Judy Warnick, R-Moses Lake, will join state legislators in Olympia to discuss Washington's $2 billion funding gap.

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Sealed bids will be received by the Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County at Ephrata, Washington until 2:30 P.M., on December 1, 2011 for Supplying Western Red Cedar Poles as more fully described in Contract Documents 170-3315.

NOTICE OF FILING OF 2012 PRELIMINARY BUDGET

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

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CBH TV Special Report - Caitlynn Lawson, SYTYCD Contestant (June 22)

MLIRD election procedure to change

MOSES LAKE - The election box, holding ballots for the Dec. 13 Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation election, will have two locks instead of one.

Royal football wins, back in final 8

ROYAL CITY - Royal scored last to win a class 1A high school football playoff game, 38-35, at Colville Saturday afternoon and get back to the final 8 for the first time since 2008.

Three escape with minor injuries from violent roll-over

DESERT AIRE - Three young men, perhaps teenagers, found 11-11-11 to be their lucky day. They escaped serious injury in a violent roll-over of the car they were riding in.

Fishin' Magician: Heading to Belize

As many of you may know I have traveled to Belize a couple of times and have had some great fishing for bonefish, tarpon and other species that are found in abundance here. Learning that Belize has the second largest barrier reef in the world got my attention, and that sure contributes to the wonderful fishing on the "flats".

Russell Miller

The lord has taken our beloved Russell Floyd Miller, 72 years of age, home on November 10, 2011. He was preceeded in death by his mother, father and brother. He will be dearly missed by his sisters, Vrayla Miller and Margaret Givens, Nieces; Debbie Hymas, Susan Severns and her husband Rick Severns, Marian Gabaldon, Roxanne Wilkey, Jody, Tammy, Jamie, and life long friend Earl McBride.

Knolls Vista students recognize veterans

MOSES LAKE - Donned in red, white and blue, Knolls Vista Elementary School students honored veterans at a school-wide assembly Friday.

Maureen Johnson

Maureen Rae Johnson (Frary) was born July 22, 1945 to Burrell and Louise Frary in Anchorage, Alaska. She had 5 sisters: Eva Sparavalo, Elva Huges , Doreen Weitzel, Carol Greenstreet, Starr Mandrelle and a brother, Sonny Frary. She is survived by her sister Carol and two sons, Robert B. and wife Shala Johnson of Richland and Joseph T. and wife Tammy Johnson of Moses Lake. She was preceded in death by her sisters Eva, Elva, Doreen, Starr and her brother Sonny.

PUD lawyers disqualified in Crescent Bar lawsuit

CRESCENT BAR — The attorneys representing the Grant County PUD have been disqualified in a lawsuit brought by Crescent Bar Island residents.

WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/16 Seattle U 53 @ UW 72

Superintendent Search to host tour of schools

ROYAL - Superintendent Rose Search will host a tour of Royal School District School buildings on Wednesday, Nov. 16. The public is invited.

EDITORIAL: Ted Escobar's on a vacation trip - sort of

I'm going on a vacation trip to Texas on Thursday - sort of. Because of modern technology, I'll be able to do the paper while I'm on the road and in Denton.

Charges dropped in Soap Lake shooting

EPHRATA - Prosecutors dismissed charges against the two men accused of the shooting and stabbing death of Luis Martinez.

Samaritan holds annual turkey drive

MOSES LAKE - Samaritan Healthcare is making Thanksgiving special for families this year with their 11th annual turkey drive.

MLCA soccer season ends at Lions Field

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Christian Academy (MLCA) boys soccer season came to an end Saturday with a 6-1 first round state playoff loss to Waitsburg-Prescott.

GUEST EDITORIAL: While we argue and delay, China just surges ahead

President Obama says he will delay until 2013 a decision about the $13 billion Keystone pipeline, which would carry Canadian oil to Gulf coast refineries.

ACH moves on to next round

COULEE CITY - Derek Isaak ran for 254 yards on seven carries and scored five touchdowns to lead the Almira/Coulee-Hartline (ACH) Warriors to a convincing 64-24 win over the Wilbur-Creston Wildcats Saturday.

Kevin Patrick Vaillancourt

Born on July 15, 1972 - Passed Away on November 10, 2011

GUEST EDITORIAL: Washington's public schools are only getting better

When it comes to public education, there's a lot to celebrate. Educators, students, parents, policymakers, and communities are working together and getting great results.

Women pleaded guilty to arson

EPHRATA - Two women conspired to set fire to a broken vehicle in an attempt to collect money from an insurance company.

LEGAL NOTICE

The Moses Lake Police Department is currently in possession of a 12 foot black aluminum boat and trailer. The trailer is not legally licensed. The boat has an old Evinrude 18 horsepower motor affixed to it. Anyone who believes that they are the legal owner of this vessel, should contact Police Specialist Robert Carpenter before December 15th, 2011. If the legal owner cannot be located, the vessel will be destroyed or sold at public auction.

LEGAL NOTICE

A board seat on the Moses Lake Conservation District is

NOTICE OF PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING

The Commissioners of Grant County Cemetery District #5 will hold a public hearing for the 2012 Budget on Wednesday, November 16, 2011. The meeting will begin at 7:00 p.m. at the Grant County Fire District #10 meeting room located at 336 Camelia Street NE, Royal City, WA.

NOTICE OF ROAD CLOSURE

Basin Refrigeration & Plumbing will need to close Lowry Rd between Arlinton Rd & Falcon Rd. from 11/16/11 to 11/18/11 for a new sewer lateral connection. We appreciate the patience of the public during this inconvenience. If you have any questions, please call Basin Refrigeration & Plumbing at (509)765-7138 or Express Septic at (509)765-9478.

Port of Royal Slope (Grant County Port District No. 2)

PORT OF ROYAL SLOPE - REQUEST FOR STATEMENTS OF QUALIFICATIONS

Othello football on to round two

OTHELLO - Running back Joey Gomez scored two touchdowns on a rain-soaked afternoon as the Othello Huskies got by the Steilacoom Sentinels 14-0 Saturday.

Space and finances at our schools

Our school district is in a really good financial position with a $2 million reserve in the bank which accrues interest of $50,000 every year. However, because of the overspending of the budget at the state level, local districts face possible state budget cuts of up to $1.5 million.

Moses Lake kicks off the holiday season

MOSES LAKE - About 30 people braved the cold and wind to help celebrate the start of the holiday season in Moses Lake.

Calling all bell ringers

MOSES LAKE - The bell ringers standing outside storefronts with their red kettles appear for a brief period of time each year.

Homelessness remains a hidden issue

MOSES LAKE - Ray Kitzke moved to Moses Lake two years ago for a job he lost a few months later to seasonal layoffs.

Ruth Markow

Ruth Markow, 94, longtime Moses Lake resident passed away Thursday, Nov. 10, 2011 at her home, her loving family at her side. Services will be held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2011 at Grace Lutheran Church. Viewing will be from 10 a.m to 5 p.m., Monday, Nov. 14th at Kayser's Chapel. Sign the guestbook at www.kayserschapel.com Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory.

Shoppers fill Big Lots!

MOSES LAKE - Outside the new Moses Lake Big Lots! store, Betty Black and Candy Lair were loading their car with bags of purchases Saturday.

Samaritan bans tobacco

MOSES LAKE - Samaritan Hospital and Pioneer Medical Center's ban on tobacco use goes into effect Nov. 17

Moses Lake ProBuild store closes

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake ProBuild store closed recently as part of the company's reductions nationwide.

MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/15 South Dakota 61 @ EWU 70

Warden football ends in Colfax

COLFAX - The Warden Cougars aspirations of bringing home the 2B state championship went unfulfilled as the team suffered a 22-7 first round loss at Colfax Friday.

AG candidate Dunn visits Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - Washington State Attorney General candidate Reagan Dunn shared his views on crime, jobs, the economy and government regulations at the Ag Water & Power Users of Eastern Washington's dinner.

Wrestling club practice starts today

EPHRATA - The Ephrata Wrestling Club will begins practice today from 5:30 to 7 p.m.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

The undersigned Trustee (subject to any conditions imposed by

NOTICE OF ROAD CLOSURE

Basin Refrigeration & Plumbing will need to close Lowry Rd between Arlinton Rd & Falcon Rd. from 11/16/11 to 11/18/11 for a new sewer lateral connection. We appreciate the patience of the public during this inconvenience. If you have any questions, please call Basin Refrigeration & Plumbing at (509)765-7138 or Express Septic at (509)765-9478.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

The undersigned Trustee (subject to any conditions imposed by

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

The undersigned Trustee (subject to any conditions imposed by

LEGAL NOTICE

"A Public Hearing on the 2012 Calendar year Budget of Grant County Hospital District #7 will be held on Monday, November 14, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. in the High School Library in Royal City, WA. By order of Board of Commissioners, Grant County Hospital District #7."

NOTICE OF MEETING OF

BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE

Was the passing of 1183 a good thing for Washington?

Mattawa librarian started from nowhere

MATTATA - Josie Toscano was not a librarian and had no intentions of being one when the position at the Mattawa Public Library was suggested.

Avila first Hispanic member of Moses Lake council

MOSES LAKE - Not every local election can be billed as historic, but Jason Avila's successful bid for Moses Lake Council position 3 is just that.

Port of Quincy looks to East Coast for business

QUINCY - The Port of Quincy is now looking to East Coast companies to ship their oranges and citrus juice to the West Coast.

Nordt chosen as Grant PUD CFO

EPHRATA - Starting today, Grant PUD Director of Power Management Kevin Nordt takes on more duties as the district's new chief financial officer.

MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/14 Portland 63 @ UW 93

MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/14 WSU 81 @ Gonzaga 89

Cattle producers set monthly meeting

MOSES LAKE - The Cattle Producers of Washington will address the upcoming election of directors at its monthly meeting, set for Wednesday, Nov. 9.

Fishin' Magician: Colville Hatchery

After a slow day at Wells Dam I decided to travel back up to Bridgeport for steelhead. I had my friend Tom Vershuren from the west side along, for this first time trying bobber and jig fishing. There were a couple of boats fishing up river from the launch, so we ran down to the area near the Colville Hatchery.

Warden food pantry allegedly burglarized

WARDEN - Roughly 400 pounds of food was stolen from Warden's Community Food Pantry in an alleged burglary.

Inmates did not supplant regular harvesters - state

ROYAL CITY - Inmates who have picked apples at McDougall & Sons orchards near Royal City and Quincy did not take the place of private sector harvesters, Danielle Wiles of the State Department of Corrections said Friday.

The bill for real taxpayers is $350,000

What does it really mean when it is said that every man woman and child owes $48,000 as their part of the national debt?

MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/13 Florida Atlantic 71 @ UW 77

Upcoming hunting seasons

Fresh News from MarDon

MARDON RESORT - Some below 20 degree temperatures in central Eastern Washington have arrived!

WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/13 Hofstra 90 @ EWU 69

Northern birds still absent in the Columbia Basin

Latest waterfowl news to reach this desk indicates waterfowl hunters are still waiting for the northern birds to reach the Columbia Basin. This means the ducks are on the way, but the bulk have not arrived.

Some races still too close to call

EPHRATA - Another day, another ballot count.

WOMEN'S BASKETBALL: 11/13 WSU 72 vs UNC Wilmington 60

11/12 Washington 17 @ USC 40

11/12 EWU 53 @ Cal Poly 51

11/12 #18 Arizona St 27 vs WSU 37

City of Mattawa budget at $6 million

MATTAWA - The Mattawa City Council presented a preliminary budget for 2012 of just more than $6 million at its regular meeting of Nov. 3, and no one objected.

ARTGARDEN Pottery opens soon

MOSES LAKE - ARTGARDEN Pottery in Moses Lake is planning a Nov. 22 grand opening at its new store at 104 W Third Ave.

MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/12 Georgia St 74 @ UW 91

Final lake forum is Monday

MOSES LAKE - "Our future - protecting property values" is the topic of the final forum about Moses Lake on Monday.

Occupy Wall Streeters must meet my people

I can stand only so much of the Occupy Wall Street crowd. At best, they are brats so spoiled by our nanny state that they believe everything should be free.

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT A CLOSED RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL

NOTICE OF PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING

The Commissioners of Grant County Cemetery District #5 will hold

CITY OF OTHELLO

NOTICE OF THE PUBLIC HEARING ON THE FY 2012 FINAL BUDGET

NOTICE OF ROAD CLOSURE

Basin Refrigeration & Plumbing will need to close Lowry Rd

PORT OF MOSES LAKE

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR GIS BASED INVENTORY AND ASSET

SUMMONS FOR PUBLICATION

CITIMORTGAGE, INC., and NORTHWEST TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC.,

LEGAL NOTICE

A Public Hearing on the 2012 Calendar year Budget of Grant

Few surprises in second ballot count

EPHRATA - The Grant County Auditor's office released the latest election results Wednesday evening after most remaining ballots were counted.

State swim meet starts Friday

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake girls swim & dive team will have six Lady Chiefs competing for state recognition this weekend.

Historical society president's kin enmeshed in U. S. history

QUINCY - Up until about the time he joined the Quincy Valley Historical Society, President Garland "Gar" Pilliar didn't give a hoot about history.

WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/11 Corban 54 @ EWU 89

Othello chamber suggests event coordinator position

OTHELLO - The Othello Chamber of Commerce president asked the city to partner with it to fund an event coordinator position.

Local golfer named Junior Boys Player of the Year

MOSES LAKE - Ephrata's Andrew Whalen (17) has been named the 2011 Washington State Golf Association (WSGA) Junior Boys Player of the Year.

Police question second forgery suspect

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake Police questioned and released a second teen in connection with the recent use of counterfeit $20 bills.

Reader encourages people to get involved

It takes a village. That was an unspoken subtheme at a public information meeting held Aug. 31 and chaired by MLPD Chief Dean Mitchell. The cooperative efforts between the Grant County Sheriff's Office and miscellaneous city police departments within the county were discussed. The proactive involvement of various youth groups to channel children toward more positive choices was highlighted and the need for us all to help make a difference in our communities was pointed out. Anyone who noticed the visible yet friendly police presence at our recent county fair saw that there were also police officers from other cities in Grant County. All part of a county wide gang task force that includes law enforcement from throughout Eastern Washington.

Americans can learn from Poland's past

People don't appreciate what they have until they lose it. For example, if your water line breaks and you go without showers for a couple of days, you have a whole new appreciation for the water company.

Saturday mail

A bipartisan group of senators have come up with a reasonable plan to keep the U.S. Postal Service solvent, while at the same time continuing six-day a week mail delivery.

Reader wants more responsible government

So much going on in the world, everyone complaining about bail outs and who will pay. Yes, other countries in need and asking for bailouts can our government afford this helping others who will this effect? All these budget cuts is effecting many Americans with health care budget cuts and now Social Security. People on disabilities with children are barely getting by. So many people hurting and barely making ends meet.Even our American soldiers will be effected by all these budget cuts. I clearly understand my father served his country, was hurt while in training, and never received a cent.

Hunters on the decline

This is a two-part series about the future of hunting, fishing and wildlife viewing.

Reader congratulates Moses Lake team

It isn't often that Moses Lake gets to see the kind of athletic excellence that this year's Lady Chiefs soccer team showed consistently throughout their season. As a fan of soccer in general, and the Chiefs in particular, I totally enjoyed watching these girls play beautiful game after beautiful game this year. From the rock solid defense they played, to the offensive artistry of the Lady Chiefs, to the solid midfield play, they were a joy to watch all season long.

The Fishin' Magician: Wells Dam

I made a trip to Wells Dam the other day. I usually start fishing here later in the steelhead season, but I just had to give it a try. The steelhead counts are very good again this year and I hoped that some of them were resting below the dam. My wife Eileen did hook one while we drifted bobbers and jigs along the bar. I did get a couple of hits back trolling, too, but we didn't put a single steelhead in the boat.

11/11 Neah Bay 1 vs MLCA 3

MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/11 Warner Pacific 92 @ CWU 89

MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/11 EWU 69 @ Gonzaga 77

Reader points to Salvation Army for help

It's getting cold. Many people are struggling financially. Wondering how you can help those in need? Contact the Salvation Army at 509-766-5875; volunteer to ring bells at your convenience any day between November 25 and December 24. Better yet, organize a group to ring bells from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. at any of the four designated Moses Lake stations. After all, would you want a holiday season without, "Silver bells, silver bells; it's Christmas time in the city"?

Moses Lake church collects Christmas items

MOSES LAKE - It's time to grab empty shoeboxes and put them to good use.

Fighting the bank

What's $5 a month to Bank of America? The money clearly meant more to the financial giant's debit-card holders, because they fought harder for it.

WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/11 UC Davis 69 @ UW 68

Occupy elsewhere

The tolerance of North American cities for the Occupy protests need not be limitless.

WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/11 WSU 60 @ Penn St 72

11/11 Ephrata 1 vs Port Angeles 3

Reader disagrees with legislators' actions

Congress, both Democrats and Republicans, get an "F."

MLIRD staff, board chair react to pressure

MOSES LAKE - Two Moses Lake Irrigation & Rehabilitation District employees and the board chairman expressed their frustrations with board candidate Mick Hansen during Tuesday night's meeting.

Reader surprised by results

Recently I was channel surfing on TV and discovered a news piece on Fox News that mentioned 36 percent of people polled would rather have Ronald Reagan as president over Franklin Roosevelt. Although I was shocked that I lingered and watched that piece, as I generally avoid fiction TV, and Fox News is as fictional as it gets, I really wonder how many of those polled really remembered Ronald Reagan.

Readers from Ms. Young's class thank newspaper for donation

I want to thank you for giving us the newspaper every day. We vote on an article to read. While we read we take Cornell Notes. Cornell Notes help us to understand the article better.

Reader disagrees with farm subsidies

Back in high school, I worked on a dairy farm in which the Federal government paid the farm approximately a quarter million dollars to destroy all the animals and cease milk production for 10 years. The reason: too much milk supply, which was keeping the price of milk too low.

LEGAL NOTICE

The Port of Moses Lake is required to establish three commissioner districts with equal populations consistent with the 2010 census. Copies of the proposed boundaries can be obtained at the Port office or by contacting the Port at 509-762-5363. A public hearing on the proposed district boundaries will be held on November 28, 2011 at 2 pm at the Port office: 7810 Andrews ST. Suite 200 Moses Lake, WA 98837.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING

Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing for the 2012

NOTICE TO VENDORS

The Quincy-Columbia Basin Irrigation District purchases

Police shooting inquiry continues

ROYAL CITY - The investigation of the police shooting of a domestic violence suspect here on Oct. 24 could be completed and in the hands of the county prosecutor by Nov. 18.

ACH football district champs

WELLPINIT - Colin Deyarmin ran for 113 yards on two carries, and scored three touchdowns to lead Almira/Coulee-Hartline (ACH) to a 40-0 win over Wellpinit Friday.

Big Lots! holds soft opening Thursday

MOSES LAKE - The nation's largest broadline closeout retailer Big Lots! holds its soft opening Thursday.

Close calls in Moses Lake elections

EPHRATA - Grant County Elections personnel counted thousands of votes throughout the day Tuesday sent in from residents across the county.

MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 12/10 UW 80 vs Duke 86

Two injured in crash near Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - Failure to yield reportedly led to a two-vehicle collision on state Route 17 north of Moses Lake.

Turkey Trot helps cancer foundation

MOSES LAKE - A Moses Lake High School student is honoring her late grandmother and best friend's mom by organizing the town's first Turkey Trot on Nov. 19.

Local Birth Announcements

Gard Vintners to highlight Scandinavian heritage

ROYAL CITY - Gard Vintners, a Royal City-based winery and estate vineyard, will focus on Scandinavian heritage when it celebrates its third annual Norse Night at its tasting room on Nov. 12.

Soap Lake newcomers lead incumbents

SOAP LAKE - Most Soap Lake City Council incumbents fared poorly Tuesday night against the Five for the Future.

Eusebio Castillo Hidalgo Jr.

Eusebio Castillo Hidalgo Jr. 80 years old was a long time resident of Moses Lake, WA. He was a beloved husband; father, brother, uncle and friend who went to be with our lord on October 31, 2011.

Driver found dead at truck stop

MOSES LAKE - A Wisconsin truck driver died of a heart attack while sitting in his idling truck behind Ernie's Truck Stop in Moses Lake.

Ephrata man hits guardrail on SR 17

EPHRATA - An Ephrata man was injured in a one-vehicle crash on northbound state Route 17, about 10 miles north of Moses Lake.

ShowBiz Minute: Jackson, CMAs, Shakira

Ex-banker Papademos Is New Greek Prime Minister

Paterno's Legend Shattered by Scandal

Raw Video: Crowd Gathers After Paterno Firing

Today in History for October 10th

Today in History for November 9th

NOTICE OF FILING OF 2012 PRELIMINARY BUDGET

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Mattawa Chamber to meet Wednesday

MATTAWA - The Mattawa Area Multicultural Chamber of Commerce has scheduled a general meeting for Wednesday, Nov. 9, at the offices of the Port of Matawa.

Police shooting inquiry continues

ROYAL CITY - The investigation of the police shooting of a domestic violence suspect in Royal City on Oct. 24 could be completed and in the hands of the county prosecutor by Nov. 18.

Moses Lake looks at next year's budget

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake's 2012 preliminary budget reveals the city is on solid - if cautious - financial footing.

Ephrata may cut health district donation

EPHRATA - Ephrata Mayor Chris Jacobson plans to ask for a cut in the city's donation to the health district.

Fishin' Magician: Walleye in Central Washington

I talked to Gordon Steinmetz the other day. You may remember that Steinmetz owned Big Wally's in Coulee City for many years, founded the Big Wally's Walleye Tournament, and was a noted walleye guide on Central Washington waters. He now spends as much of his time as possible on his houseboat at Two Rivers. He told me that the walleye fishing is very good right now, particularly in the Spokane Arm.

Ruth Marie Cochran

Ruth Marie Cochran, 83, Royal City resident passed away on October 28, 2011 in Arizona where they wintered since 1996. Private family graveside services will be held in Royal City. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a note for the family at www.kayserschapel.com Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory, Moses Lake. Ruth was born on April 24, 1928 in Atoka, Oklahoma, daughter of the late Cleveland and Lydia Grimsley. She married Edgar Lee Cochran on March 31, 1950. They moved to the Columbia Basin in 1964 settling in Royal City.

Inmates did not take jobs from pickers

ROYAL CITY - Inmates who have picked apples at McDougall & Sons orchards near Royal City and Quincy did not take the place of private sector harvesters, Danielle Wiles of the State Department of Corrections said Friday.

Royal defense creates 14-7 victory

ROYAL CITY - Goldendale proved to be tougher than expected in last Friday's state play-in prep football game at Royal, but the Knight defense ignited a rally in the fourth period with a key stop, and Royal won, 14-7.

MLCA VB district champs

SOAP LAKE - The Moses Lake Christian Academy (MLCA) Lions were crowned district champions after defeating Thorp in fives sets (22-25, 25-14, 21-25, 25-15, 15-11) Thursday.

Defense director job still in limbo

EPHRATA - Grant County resumed the search for a new Director of Public Defense after the commissioners' first choice declined the position.

Soap Lake students honor veterans

SOAP LAKE - Veterans Day at Soap Lake High School Thursday is rooted in an appreciation of U.S. military veterans.

Calendar Nov. 9 - Nov. 15

Conrad Leroy Stephens

Conrad went to his eternal home on the morning of November 5, 2011. He died peacefully at home after having a great week with his children. Conrad was born on March 5, 1921 at Elizabeth, Arkansas to Henry and Violet Stephens. He attended schools in Elizabeth, served in the CC camps in southern Arkansas for 2 years, where he continued his education. He left the CC camps to work with his Dad and brothers in sawmills in Elizabeth. He married his sweetheart of 3 months, Nora Mae McCormack of Melbourne, Arkansas, on January 25, 1941. He joined the Navy during World War II in 1945. He was medically discharged that same year due to a heart murmer which would follow him allthe rest of his life. Their first child was born in Arkansas. Work brought them to Washington, then to California where their second son was born, then back to Washington where their daughter was born. Conrad worked in the Okanogan Valley for a number of years in the fruit and lumber businesses. He operated service stations in Spokane and Othello and then worked as a heavy equipment operator until his retirement. He spent his life serving the Lord and was currently an active member of the Church of Christ in Ephrata, WA. In his earlier years he enjoyed working with youth groups, and has served as an Elder and Deacon in the Church of Christ in Spokane and Othello. His passion was his family and felt blessed with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren to whom he cheerfully referred to himself as "Grandpa the Great".

Police: Only Mom Had Seen Wash. Boy Recently

Defiant Cain Says He Won't Drop Out of GOP Race

Poll Worker Bites Voter's Nose in Ohio

Toyota Recalls 550,000 Cars for Steering Issue

ShowBiz Minute: Heavy D, Jackson, Ratner

Good Samaritan Gets Favor Repaid Minutes Later

Joe Paterno to Retire at End of Season

Big Deals, Longer Hours Lure Holiday Shoppers

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

On November 18, 2011, at 10:00 a.m. inside the main lobby of the

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to RCW 36.40.060, the Grant County Board of Commissioners has completed and placed on file its preliminary 2012 budget for the County and will furnish a copy to any citizen who will call our office at 509-754-2011 ext 428. The Commissioners will then meet December 5, 2011 at 9:30 a.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata, WA for the purpose of fixing the final County budget, making tax levies, and adopting the Capital Facilities Plan.

Port of Royal Slope (Grant County Port District No. 2)

PORT OF ROYAL SLOPE - REQUEST FOR STATEMENTS OF QUALIFICATIONS

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Sealed bids will be received by the Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County at Ephrata, Washington until 2:30 P.M., on November 21, 2011 for Geneva Substation Construction as more fully described in Contract Documents 130-3203H-R2.

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Sealed bids will be received by the Public Utility District No.

LEGAL NOTICE

The City Council of the City of Royal City has set a Special Meeting to discuss 2012 Annual Budget issues to begin at 6:00 pm on November 15, 2011. The Special Meeting will be held before the regularly scheduled Council Meeting at City of Royal City Council Chambers, 445 Camelia Street, NE. The public is invited and encouraged to attend.

NOTICE: ANNOUNCEMENT OF AVAILABILITY OF APPLICATION

PERMIT NO.: ST-8085

Miniature Art Show attracts many artists

MOSES LAKE - Tyler Sauter was receiving plenty of well-wishes Friday night after his oil painting "Primary Roses," won the Artists' Choice Award at the Desert Artist Miniature Art Show.

Chiefs bounced out of playoffs

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake High School girls soccer team suffered a heart-breaking 1-0 loss to Central Valley at Lions Field Saturday.

Soap Lake, other cities start shoreline planning

SOAP LAKE - Soap Lake is one of several cities in Grant County taking steps to update shoreline regulations.

Warden football on to state

WARDEN - The Warden Cougars earned a return berth to the 2B state playoffs Friday with a convincing 34-2 win over the Oroville Hornets.

Teen raises money to combat disease

MOSES LAKE - A Moses Lake teenager raised $2,000 to combat the disease which killed her aunt.

When Alaska prospers, the Puget Sound prospers

The 1896 Yukon gold rush triggered a boom for Seattle as prospectors flocked to ships bound for Alaska. In 1968, ARCO found black gold - oil - on the state's North Slope around Prudhoe Bay, triggering a boom for Tacoma's port where equipment was loaded onto ships and barges bound for our 49th state.

St. Rose auction grosses more than $165,000

EPHRATA - Carrying her 10-week old daughter Ella, Tanya Piturachstit perused auction items at St. Rose of Lima Catholic School's auction Saturday.

Othello nails down No. 2 seed

OTHELLO - Caleb Garza ran for 192 yards on 23 carries and David Garza three for 228 yards and four touchdowns to lead Othello to a 41-7 win over Ellensburg Thursday.

Ballot return deadline is Tuesday

MOSES LAKE - Washington voters must have their ballots postmarked or returned to an official ballot drop-off site by tomorrow, Nov. 8.

Donald Chenault

Donald Louis Chenault, 73, longtime Moses Lake resident, died Saturday, October 29, 2011 in Central Washington Hospital, Wenatchee, Wash. Donald was born March 4, 1938 in Cincinnati, Ohio to Sylvester Lee Chenault, Sr. and Artie Marie (Morton) Chenault.

Moses Lake teen arrested for forgery

MOSES LAKE - A counterfeiting investigation led to the arrest of a Moses Lake teenager on four counts of forgery.

WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/08 Concordia (OR) 40 @ UW 99

MEN'S BASKETBALL: 11/08 AnotherLevel Blue Angels 87 @ CWU 91

Washington State Mom Goes to Get Gas, 2-year-old Vanishes

What Makes a CMA Entertainer of the Year?

U.S. Limits Troubled Student Visa Program

Asteroid Anxiety? Astronomers Say Not to Worry.

Has the recent allegations of sexual harrasment against Herman Cain changed your opinion of the Republican Presidential candidate?

Woman Accuses Cain of Bold Sexual Advance

Jackson Doctor Convicted in Star's Drug Death

Smokin' Joe Frazier Passes Away

Today in History for November 8th

Facebook Founder Returns to Harvard to Recruit

Penn State Sex Scandal Engulfing Paterno

Gaga Out of This World at EMAs

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

On November 18, 2011, at 10:00 a.m. inside the main lobby of the

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

On December 9, 2011, at 10:00 a.m. inside the main lobby of the

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

Issued Pursuant to RCW 61.24.040

NOTICE OF ISSUANCE OF MITIGATED DETERMINATION

OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE

LEGAL NOTICE

"A Public Hearing on the 2012 Calendar year Budget of Grant County Hospital District #7 will be held on Monday, November 14, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. in the High School Library in Royal City, WA. By order of Board of Commissioners, Grant County Hospital District #7."

NOTICE OF MEETING OF

BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

On December 9, 2011, at 10:00 a.m. inside the main lobby of the

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. 430-3309

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FOR CONDUCTING WHITE STURGEON RESEARCH, MONITORING, AND EVALUATION ACTIVITIES IN THE PRIEST RAPIDS PROJECT AREA

State prisoners picking Royal City fruit

ROYAL CITY - In a deal struck with the Washington State Department of Corrections, an apple grower with orchards here and in Quincy is receiving harvest help from state prisoners.

Seth Weeks wants to adjust attitudes as Wahluke Board member

MATTAWA - Seth Weeks is not just running for the Wahluke School Board. He's running with passion.

Clifton Gunderson, LarsonAllen to merge

MOSES LAKE - Accounting firms Clifton Gunderson and LarsonAllen are merging in January and naming the new business CliftonLarsonAllen, they announced this week.

Fishin' Magician: Regional Rivers

While I have been concentrating on fishing the upper Columbia for steelhead, many anglers are having a great time on the smaller rivers in our region.

State woes may hurt county budget

EPHRATA - Issues with the state's budget could make Grant County's initial budget moot.

Police say domestic violence the worst calls

I have worked with police agencies throughout my 40 years of newspapering and have had occasion to discuss their work and their lives.

Ephrata water rates likely to increase

EPHRATA - Ephrata residents are likely to see water rate increases starting in January to pay for $7 million in projects.

Wahluke schools institute admin walk-throughs

MATTAWA - In its effort to improve instruction, the Wahluke School District had instituted a program of weekly administrator visits to classrooms.

Ephrata club donates camera

EPHRATA - The Ephrata Kiwanis Club is helping the city fight vandalism in the city parks.

WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/06 Warner Pacific 61 @ EWU 97

Youth Outdoors Auction pays off big dividends

All of us want to assist our youth learn about the Great Outdoors. Sometimes several people combine efforts with the results benefiting several youth. Such an effort is explained below. Read on.

WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/06 Lewis-Clark St 53 @ WSU 59

Student reveals 'dangerous' thoughts

MOSES LAKE - A Moses Lake High School student was arrested after allegedly telling a teacher he'd had thoughts of hurting other people.

11/5 Oregon 34 @ Washington 17

11/5 WSU 7 @ California 30

Space and finances at our schools

The greatest physical need for our district is space. We need to provide space to existing teachers and programs that lack sufficient accommodations. We must also account for the space required for the growth of our district.

Moses Lake applies for grant

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake's year-old curbside recycling program has diverted thousands of wasted tons from the landfill and netted thousands of dollars in refunds for residents.

Meeting set for Royal student educational travel to Europe

ROYAL CITY - Parents who would like their high school-aged students to take advantage of a European educational excursion in less than two years are invited to an enrollment meeting on Nov. 7.

Juarez leads Wahluke girls to state in cross country

MATTAWA - Maria Juarez had the run of her life Saturday to lead the Wahluke High School girls to second place at the District 5 cross country meet and a berth in the state meet at Pasco next Saturday.

Reverend Dills makes final proof on homestead

Columbia Basin history

MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/05 Lewis-Clark State 41 @ WSU 88

Irrigation secretary claims threatened by candidate

MOSES LAKE - The administrative assistant for the Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District told police she was threatened by a candidate for the district board of directors.

Johnnie Mae Jackson

Johnnie Mae Jackson, 84, a long time resident of Moses Lake passed away at her home on Friday, October 28, 2011 with her family at her side. Viewing will be on Friday, Nov. 4th from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Kayser's Chapel, in Moses Lake. Services will be held on Saturday, Nov. 5th at 10:00 a.m. at the New Bride Baptist Church, 4125 Fairview Ave., Moses Lake. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a note for the family at www.kayserschapel.com Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory.

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING

CITY OF OTHELLO

NOTICE OF THE PUBLIC HEARING ON THE FY 2012 FINAL BUDGET

CITY OF OTHELLO

REQUEST FOR STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATION

CITY OF OTHELLO

NOTICE OF FILING THE 2012 PRELIMINARY BUDGET

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON

IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF WALLA WALLA

NOTICE OF ISSUANCE OF MITIGATED DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE

Grant County has issued a Mitigated Determination of Non-Significance (MDNS) under the State Environmental Policy Act Rules (WAC Chapter 197-11) for the following project: A phased Planned Unit Development and Subdivision of four parcels totaling 171.58 acres into thirty four (34) residential lots and open space tracts located in the Rural Residential - 1 zoning District of Grant County. The PUD has three proposed phases. Phase 1 will have 9 residential lots, Phase 2 has 12 residential lots and Phase 3 will have 13 residential lots, along with several open space tracts. The project access is located on the west side of Silica Road approximately 1/4 of a mile south of the intersection of Sunland Estates Road and Silica Road, then west approx 1/4 mile, then south 1/2 mile to the site. The project is located in a portion of the North 1/2 of Section 18, Township 18 North, Range 23 East, WM, Grant County, WA (Parcel #15-0433-000, 15-0433-001, 15-0433-002, 15-0433-003).

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING

11/04 ACH 40 @ Wellpinit 0

Warden soccer on to round two

WARDEN - Two goals by Taylor Edson helped the Warden Cougars turn back a feisty Liberty Bell soccer team 3-1 in the first round of 2B Central Washington district action Tuesday. The victory advances Warden to the second round of tournament play to face either Brewster or Manson Saturday.

Royal tops Wahluke in VB finale

ROYAL CITY - It was a tough year in volleyball for Royal High School, but the Knights finished in style, knocking off arch-rival Wahluke, 25-22, 25-20, 25-19, in three well-played games.

Stabbing in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - A Moses Lake man who was stabbed in the chest early Sunday, Oct. 23, was recovering at an area hospital as of Thursday evening.

Meeting set for European excursion

ROYAL CITY - Graduates of Royal High School who would like to participate in a European educational excursion in less than two years are invited to a registration meeting on Nov. 7.

Reader supports Dick Deane

I want to express my support for Dick Deane in his re-election big for our city council. Most folks in our community have never attended a city council meeting so when election time comes, they are just looking at names on a page. As vice chair of our parks and recreation commission, I have worked closely with our city council members and have been impressed with the level of community commitment that Mr. Deane brings to the bench. He is one of the few councilmen I've worked with that actually asks for, appreciates, and listens to, your opinion. I'm sure you've read about his years of service to Moses Lake, from teacher and coach to parks commissioner and now city councilman, Mr. Deane has a long-standing history of voting for what will be best for us in the long term. Serving in any public capacity is a thankless job. No matter how you vote on an issue, you'll upset somebody. But it's great to know we have Mr. Deane on our council, who will weigh the good, the bad, and the ugly before giving his yea or nay. I have known Mr. Deane for more than 25 years and marvel at his energy to do the right thing. As long as Mr. Deane wants to hold his council position, I believe we are lucky to have him there. I encourage you to support Dick Deane in his re-election to the Moses Lake City Council. Thank you, Mr. Deane, for all you do.

New rules?

Wall Street still runs the show on Capitol Hill, even with the lessons learned from the Great Recession and the imperatives of the Dodd-Frank financial reforms.

11/04 Cusick 14 @ Odessa/Harrington 54

11/4 - Walla Walla CC 3 @ BBCC 0

Space heater burns Moses Lake motor home

MOSES LAKE - An early morning fire that demolished a motor home north of Moses Lake was reportedly sparked by a space heater placed too close to a bed.

Reader endorses school board member

I have had the opportunity to know our current school board member, Allan Burritt, for over 20 years, and I believe he is the right man for the job for another four years. Allan understands the importance of a strong school district in the community and strives to balance the district's needs while maintain fiscal responsibility. Allan knows that providing our children a safe, stable, and caring learning environment is paramount. With budget cuts likely in the coming year due to our economic times, Allan has the experience and knowledge to make those difficult budget decisions that may come. Please join me in re-electing Allan Burritt for Moses Lake school board.

Internet regulation

The U.S. has run the Internet, since the late 1960s when it first emerged as a communications network among U.S. defense agencies and research labs, and considering the Internet's ubiquitous presence worldwide, the U.S. has done a remarkable job.

Maria Guerrero

Maria Marta "Marty" Medrano Guerrero, 72, longtime resident of Moses Lake, our beloved Mother, Sister, Aunt, Grandmother and Wife, went home to be with our Lord on November 1, 2011. She died peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family. Rosary will be prayed at 9:30 a.m., Friday, November 4, 2011 at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, immediately followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 am. Inurnment will be in the Catholic Church Columbarium. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a note for the family at www.kayserschapel.com Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory.

Richard H. Pearce Moses Lake

During my 20 year tenure on the Moses Lake City Council I have served with five mayors and numerous council members in leadership of our fair city. Jon Lane is one of the most observant, dedicated, conscientious and hard-working of public servants. He is a team player. He is always courteous and thoughtful of other people and has the best interest of the city at heart. Jon Lane is a man of integrity and has been an exceptional, and diligent, mayor. Please re-elect him. I hope the council re-elects him as mayor in January.

Reader supports incumbent

I am writing this letter to let people know why I think Jon Lane would be a great choice to continue on city council for another four years. It has been my pleasure to know Jon for nearly 50 years. I have had a chance to observe Jon in many different settings and roles. I have always been impressed with his honesty and integrity. Two things I value greatly. Jon has had a wide variety of experience from which to draw upon for making decisions. He works well with many groups of people and knows how to get things done in a collaborative manner. He is personable, approachable, and always willing to listen, and listen non-judgementally. Jon has proven to be cool, yet firm, under pressure. I think that Jon has done a great job while on the city council, and he wants to continue to serve. I am going to vote for Jon Lane and I encourage others to vote for Jon Lane for Moses Lake City Council.

Linda K. Hennessy

Linda K. (Bergeron) Hennessy, 66, longtime Moses Lake resident passed away Wednesday, October 19, 2011 at home, her loving family and close friend Maria Breuhaus at her side.

State prisoners picking Quincy, Royal City fruit

QUINCY - In a deal struck with the Washington State Department of Corrections, an apple grower with orchards here and in Royal City is receiving harvest help from state prisoners.

National alert system to be tested

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The first nationwide test of the National Emergency Alert System will be conducted by the federal government on Wednesday, Nov. 9.

Reader wants more study of constitution

I would hope that the nation with the largest English-speaking population would also print copies of the United States Constitution. Yeah. China has more English speakers than America. Dozens of other nations have used it as a basis for writing their own. And, though I've never seen one, I expect they do print them around the world as well. Is it by design that American schools do not teach it? I fear it is. After all, you won't complain about losing something if you're never taught it was yours. There are more humans who study and revere our constitution around the world than here in America. There are people who denigrate, dismiss and belittle those of us who do defend and respect our constitution. But the same document they are so disdainful of also protects their right to openly do so. They are one more sad example of our failed educational system. Like their other empty and baseless statements, you know, like all their plastic shopping bags have, "Made in China," stamped on them or that pocket constitutions are also made in China. I have six, all printed in America. Gotta love the irony. And there is nothing pretentious about my patriotism. This all brings to mind some other appropos comments. There is a book titled, "Arguing with Idiots," and a famous punch line about having a battle of wits with an unarmed opponent. But what fits best to reflect our area's most vocal liberal was said over 60 years ago. "Tell a big lie, tell it often enough, and eventually people will believe it." (Adolph Hitler)

Marie Joanis

Sunrise 08/12/46 Calexico, Ca.- Sunset 10/30/11 Moses Lake, Wa.

Quincy meeting includes crime commission

QUINCY - Quincy officials hope to get city residents involved in the Public Safety Commission.

12-year-old reportedly strangles dog

MOSES LAKE - A 12-year-old boy who allegedly strangled his dog to death was caught with a list containing names of people he reportedly wished to harm.

Chase of a suspicious man leads to meth lab

MOSES LAKE - Authorities attempting to apprehend a suspicious person caught their man Friday night and also uncovered a methamphetamine lab.

Cooking in the Great Outdoors

It has been said many times, "Food tastes better in the outdoors." The assessment is easy to agree with, of course, but the reason the statement may be true includes several possible details.

Federal legislation aims to cub FERC

CRESCENT BAR - Federal Judge Justin Quackenbush is still sitting on key decisions in the Crescent Bar lawsuit, but there is potentially good news for the islanders in Congress.

Fishin' Magician: Banks Lake

I got a great report from a friend of mine, Dave Massey, on Banks Lake. He is a member of the Central Washington Bass Club, and I joined him on his boat during one of their club tournaments on Moses Lake. He two of his fishing buddies had a very good day of fishing on Banks. They caught and released close to 50 bass. They were a mix of smallmouth and largemouth and many were in the 2- to 3-pound class. They were fishing crank baits and jerk baits on the back side of Steamboat Rock, in Devil's Lake and in the Punch Bowl. Massey stressed that catch and release is the way to go as the fish are very concentrated in the low water and easier than normal to find and catch. He also cautions anglers that make the run from Coulee Playland, the only functioning launch on Banks, down to Northrup. There is plenty of water in the channel, but you may have trouble finding it the first time. A good GPS unit is very helpful in locating it and making the run back much easier. It's a great time to be on Banks for tremendous bass fishing and for scouting areas that will be good when the lake is back to full pool.

Student debt

The prospect of carrying for decades a load of student debt hardly encourages advanced learning. On Oct. 26, President Barack Obama took a well-advised step in issuing the "Pay As You Earn" executive order. There are many reasons postsecondary enrollment has increased 22 percent nationwide the past five years. In its recent "Trends in College Pricing" report, the College Board illustrated one of them, noting: "In 2010, the $99,716 median family income for families headed by a four-year college graduate was more than twice the median income for families headed by a high school graduate."

Reader supports current council member

I am writing in support of Jon Lane. I have known Jon most of my life and grew up with his children. He is a man of outstanding character and integrity. If he says he will do something, he does it. I, among many, have looked up to Jon and appreciate all that he has done and continues to do for our community. He is, by far, the best choice for the job as city councilman. He has a proven records of standing behind what he believes is the best for the future of Moses Lake. His decisions are made with care and consideration for all involved.

Reader supports current mayor

Please join me in supporting Jon Lane for Moses Lake City Council. My family first got to know Jon when he was the principal at Warden Middle School. Jon took a challenging position and helped establish a successful middle school program in a new building. Jon was very involved in the community and we were sad when he moved back to Moses Lake. We have continued to follow Jon and his success with the Moses Lake schools and with the Moses Lake City Council.

Reader supports Jon Lane

I have cast my vote for Jon Lane for city council and am writing to encourage others to do so as well. Jon has all of the characteristics essential for effective leadership for the City of Moses Lake. Jon has great integrity, intelligence, common sense, and the ability to lead. Jon is a great advocate for forming partnerships between the city and other entities. He has worked to foster partnerships with the school district, the community college and the Port of Moses Lake. Jon believes that when working together, more can be accomplished for our community.

MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/04 Seattle Pacific 60 @ UW 77

Moses Lake Medical Team heads to Nigeria

MOSES LAKE - Sixteen people from Moses Lake head to Nigeria Friday to provide free medical care.

Reader wants to see a change

I believe that if each and every one of you will reflect on the facts of the past and present, it will ensure that your vote is for the man who is for our community, not for political position and personal gain. We must vote out of office, regardless of political preference, those politicians who seek vanity over truly finding solutions to our city's problems, and will listen to what the people of our community are concerned about.

Reader endorses council incumbent

In my book, Dick is the Deane of all candidates whose names appear on the local ballot.

WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/04 CWU 69 @ Portland St 85

Daughters urge votes for dad

Our dad, Jon Lane, is running for city council and we would like to express our support for his re-election.

Plan for Odessa area announced

MOSES LAKE - About 70,000 acres of groundwater-irrigated farmland in Grant, Adams and Franklin counties would receive replacement surface water in a preferred alternative released this week by the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation and state Department of Ecology.

Reader supports incumbent

I believe Allan Burritt is the right choice for being elected to the Moses Lake School District Board. I have found Allan to be a committed and dedicated individual when it comes to caring about the success of students who is motivated due to a genuine, sincere interest in doing good. I have found him to possess the valuable quality of striving for improvements for student success but also sensitive to, and understanding of, the economic realities we are facing today. When voting, I encourage you to consider these factors and vote for Allan Burritt as member of the Moses Lake School District Board.

Crab feed this weekend

ROYAL CITY - The Royal Golf Association's annual all-you-can-eat Crab Feed has been set for Saturday, Nov. 5.

Police shooting inquiry continues

ROYAL CITY - The investigation of the police shooting of a domestic violence suspect here on Oct. 24 continues.

Reader thinks deputy should be ticketed

I have a problem with the county going to investigate the accident that the officer had last week. I was taught that if you hit somebody from behind while driving, it was your fault. What was he supposed to do? Move over and hit somebody else? I am hoping that he gets a ticket, just like the rest of us would, and has to go to court like we do. Do the right thing Grant County and find him accountable.

Cherry orchard offered as Crescent Bar solution

CRESCENT BAR - A real estate agency has sent a letter to the judge in the Crescent Bar island lawsuit suggesting the cherry orchard there as a possible solution that could satisfy the needs of the residents and the Grant County PUD.

Reader wants to see less blame

I'm a very political person. But I'm so tired everybody blaming President Obama of the bailouts and bad investments decisions.

Reader supports city council challenger

This message is in support of Jason Avila. Jason is the youngest Hispanic business owner nominee running.Ê He is not only an inspiration but also, a positive role model for our youth. His leadership and abilities are needed in the council. As one voice in this community, I urge you to support Jason Avila for City Council.

Jobless in America: One Man's Struggle

Goldman Sachs Protest Results in 17 Arrests

Corzine Steps Down From Collapsed MF Global

Baggage Fees Strand Woman in San Francisco

Employers Add 80K Jobs, Rate Dips to 9 Pct.

Stars Share Favorite CMA Award Memories

Big Sky Football Players of the Week (Oct. 31)

Today in History for November 4th

Peyton Manning Still Waiting for Neck to Heal

Occupy Protesters Disavow Oakland Violence?

ShowBiz Minute: Jackson, Urban, Gomez

NFL Week 9 Preview

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD November 14, 2011 at 4:30 p.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing

NOTICE OF PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING

Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing for the 2012 Operating Budget of Grant County Public Hospital District No. 1, Samaritan Healthcare, has been scheduled for November 10, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. in Room 407 at Samaritan Healthcare, 801 East Wheeler Road, Moses Lake, Washington 98837.

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT A CLOSED RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD November 21, 2011 at 3:30 p.m. in the Commissioners Hearing Room, Grant County Courthouse, Ephrata, WA to consider a Preliminary Plat application from Pheasant Land Company, LLC for approximately 251.02 acres to create five (5) lots from two existing parcels in the Agriculture zoning district of Grant County. The subject parcels are presently vacant. Four proposed clustered lots (Lots 2, 3, 4, & 5), will range between approximately 1.49 and 2.21 acres in size, and will be used for residential purposes. Proposed Lot 1 will be approximately 233.55 acres in size, and will contain the required designated open-space area. The subject area is located near the Painted Hills area southwest of Ephrata, WA, east of the intersection of Road E NW, Painted Hills Drive NW, and Road 13.5 NW, and in a portion of Section 29, Township 21 North, Range 26 East, WM, Grant County, WA (Parcels #20-0667-000 & #20-0668-000).

Notice of Application and Public Hearing

Date of Notice: November 3, 2011

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC HEARING: The Port of Royal Slope will hold a public hearing for the purpose of fixing and adopting the final budgets for the year 2012. The Port will also hold a public hearing adopting the Comprehensive Plan dated, November 2011. The meeting will be held on November 08, 2011 at 4 p.m. at the Port District Office, 130 Camelia Street; Royal City, WA.

LEGAL NOTICE

Port of Warden - 2012 Budget Hearing

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT A CLOSED RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD November 14, 2011 at 3:00 p.m. in the Commissioners Hearing Room, Grant County Courthouse, Ephrata, WA regarding a Minor Zone Change application from Vic Jansen of approximately 3.70 acres from Agriculture to Rural Heavy Industrial, in order to make the Zoning District of the subject area consistent with the Comprehensive Plan Land-Use Designation, which was changed as part of the 2007 Comprehensive Plan amendment process. The subject area is located approx 1/2 mile east of Rd N on the north side of Road 3, and is located in Section 16, Township 19 North, Range 29 East, WM, Grant County, WA (Parcels #19-0473-000 & 19-0471-000).

BBCC drops match to YVCC

MOSES LAKE - The Big Bend Community College (BBCC) volleyball team hosted Yakima Valley Community College last night, hoping to end a three game losing streak, and salvage a little pride. But it wasn't in the cards as the Vikings lost the match in four sets (25-23, 21-25, 10-25, 16-25).

Today in History for November 3rd

Royal City policeman sidelined after death of a domestic violence suspect

ROYAL CITY - A Royal City police officer is on paid administrative leave, awaiting word of his professional future, while an independent group investigates the shooting death of a domestic violence suspect on Monday, Oct. 24.

Chiefs swim and dive finish third

ELLENSBURG - The Moses Lake High School girls swim and dive team turned in a solid performance, placing third at the CBBN 4A District Meet in Ellensburg last weekend.

Brady Dixon's four TDs lead Royal Knights to 42-27 win

ROYAL CITY - Brady Dixon scored four times in the first half to lead Royal High School to a 42-27 victory over Kiona-Benton to conclude the South Central 1A Conference East slate last Friday.

Teen arrested after reckless car chase

MOSES LAKE - A Moses Lake teenager reportedly forced his ex-girlfriend's car into oncoming traffic while chasing her down.

11/03 Ellensburg 7 @ Othello 41

Reader opposed to wage hike

In addition to not creating jobs, the $9 minimum wage does nothing to benefit the economy and places more burdens on business and/or the taxpayers.

Donna Correia

Donna L. Correia, 71, longtime resident of Wilson Creek, was called home to be with her Lord and Savior on Oct. 22, 2011.

Federal grant funds bulletproof vests

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Police Department was authorized to accept federal grant assistance in replacing bulletproof vests.

11/03 Quincy 34 @ Ephrata 14

Larry Matheson

It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Larry Duane Matheson. Larry suffered a heart attack on Friday, October 21st, 2011. Larry was born in Moses Lake, Washington, on June 11th, 1958, the middle son of Christopher and Guynell Matheson. Larry spent all of his childhood and most of his adulthood in and around the Moses Lake area, growing up on the family farm north of town. Larry was an extremely talented and multi-faceted individual; working in several disciplines over the years. He was quite accomplished in many areas. To name a few, Larry worked on the family farm/ranch, he was an exceptional mechanic, a talented heavy equipment operator, utilizing this skill in the gold fields of Alaska and in the mining/harvesting of multi-ton sections of basalt rock used for landscaping. Larry also gave of his time and talents to help others. He was quick with a smile and a helping hand for a friend or stranger alike. Larry was not greedy with his caring ways.

Moses Lake approves airport fencing

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake City Council members debated whether installing a chain link fence at the municipal airport could swap safety for security.

Moses Lake crime rates fall in 2011

MOSES LAKE - Crime rates have for the most part declined in Moses Lake over the past three years, according to numbers released by the city.

11/3 Quincy 34 @ Ephrata 14 (CBH TV Broadcast)

Glenn Morlan

Glenn L. Morlan, 86, long time Moses Lake resident, passed away October 29, 2011 at Sacred Heart Hospital. Glenn served in the United States Marines Corps overseas in WWII in the Asiatic Pacific area and Samoa.

11/03 Eastmont 24 @ Moses Lake 34

ShowBiz Minute: Lohan, Bieber, Kardashian

LEGAL NOTICE

Grant County Fire District No. 4

LEGAL NOTICE

The Port of Moses Lake is requesting sealed bids for the construction of a 12,500 SF all metal cross-dock facility on Port property. Bids are required to be submitted by 10:00am Monday, November 14, 2011. Copies of the specifications can be obtained at www.portofmoseslake.com or at the Port office: 7810 Andrews St NE, Suite 200 Moses Lake, WA 98837.

NOTICE OF FILING OF 2012 PRELIMINARY BUDGET

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Cynthia de Victoria seeks full term on Wahluke Board

MATTAWA - Cynthia de Victoria was appointed to the Wahluke School District board of directors two years ago. Now that she has experience, she's asking voters for a four-year term.

Chiefs cross country ends at regional meet

SPOKANE - The Moses Lake cross country teams performed well at the CBBN/GSL Regional Championships at Wandermere Golf Course Saturday, but came up shy of their goal of sending runners to state.

Chase of a suspicious man leads to meth lab

MOSES LAKE - Authorities attempting to apprehend a suspicious person caught their man Friday night and also uncovered a methamphetamine lab.

2011-2012 4A Big 9 Girls Basketball Standings

2011-2012 3A Big 9 Boys Basketball Standings

2011-2012 2A CWAC Girls Basketball Standings

2011-2012 1B Northeast Bi-County Girls Basketball Standings

2011-2012 1B Central Washington Girls Basketball Standings

2011-2012 2B South Central Girls Basketball Standings

11/2 - Yakima Valley CC 3 @ BBCC 1

Moses Lake soccer district champs

RICHLAND - Caylah Lunning scored two goals to lead the Moses Lake High School girls soccer team a 2-1 win over Richland Saturday. The victory earned the Chiefs their first-ever CBBN district championship.

Warden defeats Entiat in three sets

Warden - The Warden Cougar volleyball team improved its record to 9-3 in 2B Central Washington South Conference action with a three set (25-16, 25-16, 25-20) win over the Entiat Tigers Saturday.

2011-2012 1B SE Boys Basketball Standings

2011-2012 2B SE Boys Basketball Standings

2011-2012 2A CWAC Boys Basketball Standings

2011-2012 1B SE Girls Basketball Standings

Fishin' Magician: The Grande Ronde

I made it. My wife and fished the Grande Ronde with Brian Nielson and what a great experience. I tried to compare the Grande Ronde with the Yakima, the Deschutes in Oregon and other rivers that I have fished in the past, but none of them fit. Floating this river is a unique experience. The scenery is very different, with layers of basalt towering over you, and eagles soar from the cliff faces. The fishing is very special, too. Nielson uses Hot Shots on 8-pound test line and keeps these lures touching bottom with the oars of his Hyde drift boat. The river is shallow. One of the deepest holes in the stretch we fished was just 12 feet deep. The fish like the plugs. Nielson would switch colors as we passed from shade to sun. The fish are gorgeous, bright and feisty. I missed one hard take before it was light enough to shoot video. I missed another fish later in the drift. I did land two fish, both about 7 or 8 pounds. They tore around in the shallow clear water and put on a great show. Learn more about fishing the Grande Ronde by logging onto www.bjguide.com.

ACH football tops the league

ODESSA - The Almira/Coulee-Hartline Warriors accomplished their mission in fine fashion to capture the 1B Northeast South Conference with a 64-20 win over arch rival Odessa Friday.

Donald Hite

Donald Edward Hite, 86, a long time Grant county resident, passed away at home in Moses Lake on Wednesday, October 26, 2011 with his family at his side. Don, a well known farmer in the Columbia Basin, lived and worked his farm and in the region from 1954 until 2005.

Cozy Comforts sale and bazaar this Saturday

ROYAL CITY - This Saturday, Dec. 3, is the date for The annual Cozy Comforts Holiday Sale and Bazaar of Desert Aire.

2011-2012 2B SE Girls Basketball Standings

Prisoners picking Royal City, Quincy fruit

ROYAL CITY - In a deal struck with the Washington State Department of Corrections, an apple grower with orchards in Royal City and Quincy is receiving harvest help from state prisoners.

2011-2012 4A Big 9 Boys Basketball Standings

2011-2012 2B Bi-County Boys Basketball Standings

2011-2012 2B Bi-County Girls Basketball Standings

WOMEN'S BASKETBALL: 11/19 Cal St East Bay 69 vs CWU 62

Ephrata volleyball moving on to regionals

SELAH - The Ephrata volleyball team took third place in CWAC district tournament Saturday and advances to regional play at East Valley as the No. 3 seed.

State may help manage Getty's Cove

EPHRATA - Staff with Grant PUD and Washington State Parks and Recreation are negotiating an interim management plan to jointly operate the PUD-owned Getty's Cove.

Fleeing man found hiding near meth lab

MOSES LAKE - Members of the Moses Lake Tactical Response Team found more than they were looking for while tracking down an armed Moses Lake man who attempted to evade police.

2011-2012 1B Central Washington Boys Basketball Standings

2011-2012 3A Big 9 Girls Basketball Standings

2011-2012 1B Northeast Bi-County Boys Basketball Standings

Ruth Cochran

Ruth Marie Cochran, 83, Royal City resident passed away on October 28, 2011 in Arizona where they wintered since 1996. Private family graveside services will be held in Royal City. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a note for the family at www.kayserschapel.com Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory, Moses Lake.

Calendar Nov. 2 - Nov. 9

Deputies interview stabbing victim

MOSES LAKE - Grant County sheriff's deputies have released more information regarding an Oct. 22 stabbing about eight miles north of Moses Lake.

2011-2012 1A SCAC East Boys Basketball Standings

Shooting investigation moves forward

ROYAL CITY - Grant County Sheriff's detectives are close to completing an investigation into the Oct. 24 shooting death of a domestic violence suspect by a Royal City Police officer.

2011-2012 1A SCAC East Girls Basketball Standings

MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 11/19 Hawaii Pacific 61 vs CWU 75

Ruth Marie Cochran

Ruth Marie Cochran, 83, longtime Royal City resident, passed away Friday, October 28, 2011 in Gilbert, Arizona. Please sign the guestbook or leave a note for the family at www.kayserschapel.com. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel and Crematory, Moses Lake.

2011-2012 2B South Central Boys Basketball Standings

Daniel L. Munter

1944 - 2011

Albert "Al" Hollyfield

Al passed away after a brief bout with pneumonia. He was born in Cedaredge, CO to Ellen (Hollyfield) Potter and Hugh Hollyfield. He died in Puyallup, WA.

SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE #710

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WARDEN HAS ADOPTED AN ORDINANCE CREATING A NEW CHAPTER 17.70 OF THE WARDEN MUNICIPAL CODE TITLED "HEARING EXAMINER"

Bank of America Nixes $5 Debit Card Fee

Today in History for November 2nd

Tug Pilot Sentenced in Deadly Duck Boat Crash

McCourt, MLB Agree to Process to Sell Dodgers

As Questions Continue, Cain's Story Evolves

1st Reno Air Race Crash Lawsuit Filed

Greece Decision Roils Markets Across Globe

Safeway Drops Theft Charges Against Pregnant Mom

Timberlake, Seyfried Run With 'In Time' Sci-fi

MF Group Accused of Breaking Investment Rule

PUBLIC NOTICE

The following measures will be submitted to voters on the November 8, 2011 General Election ballot:

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY

JUVENILE DIVISION

SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE #711

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WARDEN HAS ADOPTED AN ORDINANCE REPEALING THE CIVIL INFRACTION PENALTY FOR VIOLATIONS OF THE NUISANCE CHAPTER OF THE WARDEN MUNICIPAL CODE.

NOTICE: ANNOUNCEMENT OF AVAILABILITY OF APPLICATION

PERMIT NO.: ST-8085

REISSUANCE OF TEMPORARORY ORDER FOR PROTECTION AND NOTICE OF HEARING (HARRASSMENT) (ORRTPO) (Clerk's Action Required)

No. 11-15072 DISTRICT COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR THE COUNTY OF CLARK

SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE #712

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WARDEN HAS ADOPTED AN ORDINANCE FIXING THE ESTIMATED AMOUNT TO BE RECEIVED FOR MUNICIPAL PURPOSES FROM TAXATIONS WITHIN THE CITY OF WARDEN, WASHINGTON FOR 2012.

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to RCW 36.40.060, the Grant County Board of Commissioners has completed and placed on file its preliminary 2012 budget for the County and will furnish a copy to any citizen who will call our office at 509-754-2011 ext 428. The Commissioners will then meet December 5, 2011 at 9:30 a.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata, WA for the purpose of fixing the final County budget, making tax levies, and adopting the Capital Facilities Plan.

LEGAL NOTICE

An election for a board seat on the Moses Lake Conservation District will be held on February 21, 2012 at the JR Newhouse, 528 W. Broadway, Moses Lake, WA 98837. Polls will be open at 1:00 PM and close at 5:00 PM. Registered voters who reside within the Conservation District boundary are eligible to vote. Candidates must be registered voters residing in the conservation district, and may be required to own land or operate a farm. Elections procedures are available at the district office. Absentee ballots are available upon request for eligible voters, but must be requested on or before 5:00 PM on January 16, 2012. Please contact the District office at 528 W. Broadway, Moses Lake, WA 98837 for absentee ballots or if you have any questions. If you are interested by serving on the Board of Supervisors please call the office for more information. The candidate filing deadline is January 16, 2012 at 5:00 PM.

SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE #713

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WARDEN HAS ADOPTED AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 10.42 OF THE WARDEN MUNICIPAL CODE TITLED "JUNK VEHICLES"

SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE #714

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WARDEN HAS ADOPTED AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 10.38 OF THE WARDEN MUNICIPAL CODE TITLED "IMPOUND VEHICLES"

Moses Lake football drops game to Richland Friday

RICHLAND - B.K. Robinson ran for 123 yards and Zack Whitby threw for 204 more, as the Richland Bombers turned back a determined Moses Lake team, 34-26 Friday.

Two Moses Lake boys safe after alleged kidnapping

MOSES LAKE - Two boys, ages 3 and 4, are safe at home and one man has been arrested after an early Friday incident authorities describe as a kidnapping.

Moses Lake approves 1 percent levy increase

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake City Council held a public hearing before approving the first reading of an ordinance that increases the city's property tax levy by 1 percent for next year.

The Royal Register well rooted on anniversary

This issue of The Royal Register marks the beginning of our second year, and we are pleased with the results of the first year. 

MLPD warns about fake $20s

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Police Department is warning fast food businesses about fake $20 bills passed at a Stratford Road fast food restaurant.

Moses Lake looks at nuisance abatement process

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake moved last week to collect on two nuisance abatements performed by the city after property owners failed to fix the problems themselves.

Northern Departure set for Nov. 12 return

GEORGE - Northern Departure, which was a big hit at the annual Bluegrass Festival, will be back here on Saturday, Nov. 12 for a performance at the George Community Hall.

Accused kidnapper claims God told him to

EPHRATA - A Moses Lake man accused of kidnapping two children claimed God made him take the boys.

Moses Lake girl pursues dreams

MOSES LAKE - At age 12, Moses Lake's Sara Myers knows what it's like to work in the spotlight with some big Hollywood names.

Cardinals Manager La Russa Retires

Cain Says He Was `falsely Accused' of Harassment

Sullinger Tops AP Preseason All-America Team

Generator Seizure Forces 'Occupy' Creativity

'Massive' Smuggling Ring Dismantled in Arizona

3 More Victims of Grain Elevator Blast Found

Coaches Look Ahead to LSU, 'Bama Game

Today in History for November 1st

Plane Carrying NASCAR Owner Crash Lands in Fla.

ShowBiz Minute: Kardashian, Simpson, Neil