Monday, April 30
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: LOT 29, BLK 7, GRANDVIEW HEIGHTS REPLAT
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
Proposals will be received by the Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County, Washington at 15655 Wanapum Village Lane SW, Beverly, Washington until 3:00 P.M. on May 9, 2012 for Professional Services for Partnering Consultant Services for the Priest Rapids Hatchery Renovation and the Wanapum Heritage Center Building Project as more fully described in Request for Proposal Document 430-3291 RFP.
NOTICE TO BIDDERS
Sealed bids will be received by the Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County, WA at 15655 Wanapum Village Lane SW, Beverly, Washington 99321 until 2:30pm on May 9, 2012 for Hydro Janitorial Services as more fully described in Contract Documents 430-3411.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: LOT 12, BLK 4, WILD GOOSE TRACTS PH 2
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: Lot 8, Knolls Vista Seventeenth Addition
Notice of Application Proposed DNS
Notice is hereby given that a Site Plan Review and SEPA Checklist were received by Grant County on 3/19/12 from Wahluke Wine Co., (Designated Contact: Jerry Milbrandt, 5314 Rd. U SW, Quincy, WA 98848); and were found to be technically complete on 4/24/12.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: Lot 4, Blk 1, Glenmoor Reach 1 Major Plat
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: Lot 2, Lakeview Crest SP#2 Amended
NOTICE OF MITIGATED DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Moses Lake issued a Mitigated Determination of Non-Significance (MDNS) under the State Environmental Policy Act Rules (Chapter 197-11 WAC) for the following project:
Requests for Bids
Bell Hotel: Restoration of Concrete/Masonry surfaces on a historical building located in Ephrata, WA; Public Housing (PH): Partial removal of current roofing system with mold remediation and installing new roofing system with ventilation in 4 Units, located in Ephrata and Moses Lake, WA
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: Lot 5, Blk 1, Sage Vista Major Plat, County, WA
2012 Commission Meeting Times
The Port Commission will hold its regular meetings on the second and fourth Mondays of each month at 9:00 am, with the following three date changes:
Quincy residents question recycling program
Apartments, exceptions, publicity brought up
QUINCY - Three Quincy residents raised concerns about the city's mandatory recycling program.
Cyberbullying Victim Fights Back in Lawsuit
The Beach Boys Reunite for 50th Anniversary
Bay Ship Pilots' Salaries Questioned
Today in History for Monday, April 30th
Area police assist in U.S. Marshal's roundup
Five arrested in Grant County
MOSES LAKE - Members of the U.S. Marshal's Task Force arrested several individuals on felony warrants in the Grant County area Wednesday.
Do you support the MLIRD's newly-approved budget?
The Fishin' Magician: Trippin' with the Triploids Derby
The entries are flying in now as the date gets closer for the Trippin' with the Triploids Derby nears. At a recent seminar held at Town Ford in East Wenatchee, a large percentage of those that attended were there to see what Anton Jones of Darrell and Dads Family Guide Service had to say about catching triploids on Rufus Woods Reservoir.
Sunday, April 29
Most opposed to Soap Lake name change
Comments solicited through Monday
SOAP LAKE - Comments are piling up against a proposal to change the name of the body of water known as Soap Lake.
Royal High trio wins at FBLA state
Earns nationals berth
ROYAL CITY - Lindsey Christensen, Maria Garcia, and Gaby Sabalsa will head for San Antonio, Texas in June to represent the state of Washington in Business Ethics at the Future Business Leaders of America national conference.
Warden water restriction may be lifted
Waiting for bacteria test
WARDEN - A voluntary water restriction in Warden may be lifted within the next few days.
Moses Lake man acquitted of molestation
Expert testifies injury was accidental
EPHRATA - A Moses Lake man was acquitted after being accused of molesting his granddaughter.
Saturday, April 28
Tax breaks to benefit data centers, food processors
Legislation extends incentives
QUINCY - Two of the most important jobs producers in Grant County - data centers and food processors - will benefit from a bill recently passed by the state Legislature.
It's already acronym time again at Royal schools
ROYAL CITY - It's acronym season in the Royal School District, a time when students hear teachers and administrators speak a language that sounds a lot like the ABCs.
County tax deadline April 30
EPHRATA – Grant County Treasurer Darryl Pheasant reminds taxpayers that real, mobile home and personal property taxes are due by April 30th.
Lowland lakes fishing season opens tomorrow
The big opening each year is called the lowland lakes opener. This includes Blue, Park, Deep lakes in the Sun Lakes area, plus a few others scattered around the Columbia Basin. The big day is tomorrow, April 28.
Paul Bowen
Longtime Moses Lake and Warden resident, Paul Bowen, passed away April 25, 2012 at the age of 94. Our father, grandfather, and friend will be missed immensely. Paul's family will always remember his warm smile and big heart. Paul was born near Ririe, Idaho on October 11, 1917 to Casey and Ethel Bowen. Paul was the seventh of eight children born to them. Paul's mother died when he was only five, which required him to grow up quickly and to work very hard as a boy and young man. At age ten, he and his twelve year old brother Jay would stay at and care for a remote dry farm east of Rexburg, Idaho all by themselves.
Jona (Jiggs) Duane Meyer
Jiggs Meyer passed away Sunday, April 22nd 2012 at Lake Ridge Solana Care Center. 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.
Time is short, but scholarship still possible
Time is short, but applying is still possible. This is a scholarship for the flight students, in the area, such as at Big Bend. If you are reading this for the first time, don't delay, but hurry to the website and apply. Read on.
Warden Cougars softball rolls past Soap Lake
Shuts out Eagles
WARDEN - Warden's Brylee Whitney threw a no-hitter and struck out eight batters as the Cougars shutout Soap Lake 26-0.
COLLEGE SOFTBALL: 04/28 BBCC 5 @ Walla Walla 4 (1)
Richard C."Dutch" Starzman
Richard C."Dutch" Starzman, longtime Moses Lake resident passed away Sunday, April 22, 2012 at his home. A potluck celebration will be held on Saturday, April 28, 2012 at the ranch, 252 Road 5 N.E., Moses Lake. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, May 1, 2012 at Wilbur Cemetery, Wilbur, Washington. 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.
Fresh News From MarDon: Bass tournament over
MARDON RESORT - The 2012 Potholes Open Bass Tournament was fished by 121 teams of two. The Potholes Bass Club did an excellent job of running this event for the 33rd year. Many gracious sponsors donated items to enhance this wonderful event.
Friday, April 27
Requests for Bids
The Housing Authority of Grant County is requesting sealed bids for multiple projects:
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON
TO THE DEFENDANTS Unknown Heirs and Devisees of Wilfred J. Bell; Occupants of the Premises; and any persons or parties claiming to have any right, title, estate, lien or interest in the real property described in the complaint:
SUMMARY PUBLICATION
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING OTHELLO MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 2.04.030 TITLED "WORKSHOP MEETINGS"
Chiefs drop match to Eisenhower
Losing streak at four games
MOSES LAKE - Athletes and coaches are known to be very superstitious. Find something that works and stick with it, even if it means wearing the same shirt, tie or underwear for days or weeks at a time.
Grant County bus tour promotes region
Hosted by county tourism commission
MOSES LAKE - A day trip sponsored by the Grant County Tourism Commission reintroduced some long-term residents to the area.
Firefighter, Jackrabbit tourneys on calendar
DESERT AIRE - Two of the more important events on the Desert Aire golf calendar will come off over the next two weekends.
MIT Students Destroy Piano, Mark a Key Moment
MLIRD
Reader dislikes meeting disruptions
Today in History for Friday, April 27th
Charges dropped in George drive-by
Informant's story changed
EPHRATA - Prosecutors dropped a drive-by shooting charge against a Mattawa gang member accused of a July drive-by shooting.
Othello residents support taxing district
Want sales tax increase
EPHRATA - A proposed Othello taxing district drew more support from residents during a second public hearing.
Chiefs drop games to Richland
Lose at home
MOSES LAKE - Richland took two games from Moses Lake at Larson Field last night. Neither contest was close as the Bombers beat the Chiefs 15-2 in game one and 17-3 in the nightcap.
Secret Service probe
The 11 Secret Service agents who were part of the president's advance security detail were hired, trained, armed and paid well for their judgment. They failed miserably. Fire them.
Chiefs Baseball gets first league victories
Sweep Eisenhower
YAKIMA - It's taken 16 games for the Chiefs to rack up their initial league win.
Americas summit
It is a sad commentary on the Sixth Summit of the Americas, the triennial gathering of 34 heads of state from North, South and Central America, when the outcomes of the summit are overshadowed by the misbehavior of U.S. President Barack Obama's advance team and security detail.
GOVERNMENT
Reader invites people to work for change
FISHING RIGHTS
Reader asking to hear from anglers
2012 Commission Meeting Times
The Port Commission will hold its regular meetings on the second and fourth Mondays of each month at 9:00 am, with the following three date changes:
French election
Observers have been quick to point out the unprecedented nature of Nicolas Sarkozy's defeat in the first round of the French presidential elections. No incumbent has failed to lead the field at this stage since direct elections were inaugurated in 1965.
Huskies hiccup, lose to Selah
Drop twin bill
OTHELLO - The Huskies started the season out with a twin bill killing over Toppenish and ran their record to 8-0 at the mid-way point. But the team has uncharacteristically lost four of the last six games to fall to 10-4 in CWAC competition as they dropped a doubleheader to Selah at home Tuesday.
2 truck drivers injured in crash
MOSES LAKE – Two truck drivers received minor injuries, and traffic was blocked for four hours after a semi versus semi tractor-trailer crash near Moses Lake on Tuesday.
Reflections on the first camping trip
There are times when letting go of an event or adventure is difficult for me. Our first camping trip is one such case.
Business boom continues in Grant County
The Fishin' Magician: Trout in Okanogan County
Okanogan County is rich with great trout fishing lakes, and this year there are some old favorites that anglers will find particularly good. Popular Alta Lake, near Pateros, has been planted with 2,000 fat rainbow and 400 triploid rainbow for the general lowland lake opener this weekend. Further up the valley new Winthrop there are two lakes that also received plants of triploids to spice the action. Both Patterson and Pearrygin lakes will have 400 big fish waiting for anglers.
Sun Basin Growers donate $13,080 to food bank
Wins CHS Harvest for Hunger campaign
MOSES LAKE - Representatives from CHS Sun Basin Growers presented a check for $13,080 to representatives of the Moses Lake Food Bank recently.
Democrats endorse Selmann for 13th District
Candidate outlines reasons for running
MOSES LAKE - Thirteenth District Democrats recently selected Kaj Selmann as their official candidate for 13th Legislative District representative, position 2.
Judge Denies Gag Order Request in Zimmerman Case
Blind Chinese Lawyer Flees House Arrest: Backers
Thursday, April 26
LEGAL NOTICE
"The regular Board of Commissioners meeting of Grant County Hospital District #7 will be held one week early on Monday, May 7, 2012 at
Bonaudi gives last 'State of the College' address
Public invited to May 1 event
MOSES LAKE - The public is invited to Big Bend Community College President Bill Bonaudi's final "State of the College" address May 1.
FRANKLIN COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION POSITION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Franklin County Commissioners are seeking applicants to fill one position on the Board of Equalization.
Neola alvey
In the Matter of the Estate: NEOLA DELMA ALVEY, Deceased.
JV Watkins
In Re the Welfare of: CASEY WATKINS, DOB 10/10/2006
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS
Sealed bids, plainly marked "BID FOR L-NE Road Overlay, CRP 12-02", will be received by Grant County at the Office of the Board of County Commissioners located in the County Courthouse, P.O. Box 37, 35 C Street NW - Room 207, Ephrata, WA, 98823, until 1:30 P.M., Tuesday, May 1, 2012 and will then and there be opened and publicly read for the construction of the improvements.
Legal Notice: Easement Condemnation - Columbia to Rocky Ford 230 kV Transmission Line Project
Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County, Washington (the District) is acquiring easement rights for the Columbia to Rocky Ford 230 kV Transmission Line project.
Request for Qualifications
Engineering Services - Capital Projects Program
INVITATION FOR BID
The City of Connell invites bids for construction of the East Date Street Sidewalks - 2012.
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON
In re the Marriage of: MARIBEL CRUZ, Petitioner, And JESUS VENTURA PRUDENTE, Respondent.
NOTICE OF SALE OF SURPLUS PROPERTY
Franklin County will sell two modular buildings that are currently located adjacent to the Franklin County Corrections Center, at a privately operated consignment auction conducted by Booker Auction Company on Tuesday, May 8, 2012, at 11:00 am at 1016 North 4th, Pasco, Washington.
JV Mendoza
In Re the Welfare of: CARINA MENDOZA, JESSE MENDOZA, Minor Children
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
The City of Connell, Washington (herein called the "Owner"), invites bids for the West Adams Street Reconstruction and CIA Access Road Project.
Notice of Determination of Nonsignificance
The City of Connell issued a Determination of Nonsignificance (DNS) under the State Environmental Policy Act Rules (Chapter 197-11 WAC) for the following proposal: Amendment to Chapter 13.20 Sewer System of the Connell Municipal Code.
Moses Lake tennis downs Riverhawks
Boys and girls win
MOSES LAKE - The Chiefs got just what the doctor ordered with two shutout wins over the Riverhawks at home Tuesday.
Moses Lake boy rubs shoulders with lawmakers
Advocates arthritis research
WASHINGTON, D.C. - A Moses Lake boy traveled to Washington, D.C. last week to meet with legislators.
Helen Gloria Borth Sackmann
Helen Gloria Borth Sackmann passed away at the age of 86 on April 13, 2012, in Ritzville, WA. "Gloria", to everyone who knew her, was born Aug. 1, 1925, on a farm four miles north of Lind, WA. The farm was where her grandparents Johannes and Helena Wahl Borth settled when they arrived as German immigrants from Russia in 1903. Her parents were Rudolph and Barbara (Ottmar) Borth. Gloria was one of six children: Eleanor (Pence), Victor, Cleve, Barbara (VanBuren), and Marjorie who died as an infant. In 1929, Gloria's family moved to a farm north of Paha. She attended school in Paha until the 8th grade and graduated from Lind High School in 1941. She married Reinhold Sackmann on Dec. 28, 1945. Gloria had a happy, busy life. She and Reinhold farmed the place where she was born while raising three children: Steven, Sidney and Carol. She spent a lot of her time serving her church, accompanying the congregation and choir for over 50 years. She served on the church council, Ladies Aid, Lind Alumni Association and the Adams County Historical Society. She enjoyed crocheting, sewing, gardening, writing, reading, cooking, photography and oil painting. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family. After Reinhold's death in 1983, she moved into Lind and became an avid historian and genealogist, devoting countless hours to researching and compiling the history and heritage of her families. Gloria met Cal Johnson of Moses Lake in 1991. They enjoyed a loving relationship, traveling and spending time together, while each maintained their own home. Health issues prompted Gloria to move to Rose Garden Estates in Ritzville in the fall of 2008. Gloria is survived by Cal, sons Steven and wife Susan (Miller) of Lind, and Sidney and wife Debbie (Jansen) of Moses Lake, and daughter Carol and husband Paul Simonson of Ritzville. There are eight grandchildren and ten great grandchildren. Gloria was preceded in death by her husband Reinhold in 1983, and sister Eleanor in 2003. A memorial service for Gloria will be held at the Lind Community Church on April 28, 2012, at 11 a.m. Private inurnment will be at Lind Cemetery. Danekas Funeral Home of Ritzville is in charge of arrangements. Memorial gifts may be made to the Adams County Historical Society or the American Macular Degeneration Foundation PO Box 515 Northhampton, MA 01061-0515. Condolences may be left at www.danekasfuneralhome.org
Brewer seeks re-election to PUD commission
Wants to serve for a second term
MOSES LAKE - Terry Brewer is seeking re-election to Position 1 on the Grant County PUD Board of Commissioners.
Veterans' memorial scheduled for Thursday
Providing funeral services
EPHRATA - About 50 veterans from across Grant County are receiving funeral services in Ephrata on Thursday.
Hundreds Rally in Phoenix Against SB 1070
Cattle Producers to take up predator wolf issues
COLVILLE – Predator wolves will be a chief topic of discussion at the monthly meeting of the Cattle Producers of Washington here on Wednesday, May 9.
Othello girls finish first
Ephrata second
EPHRATA - It was a gorgeous day for golf Monday as Ephrata, Othello, Selah and Prosser got together for CWAC action on the links at the Lakeview Golf and Country Club.
Girls golf takes second
Set school record
MOSES LAKE - Terrin Utter shot 91 and Vinci Rios' carded 95 to help lead the Chiefs to a fourth place finish at the Moses Lake Country Club Monday.
Bridget "Birdie" Brown
Bridget "Birdie" Brown passed away at age 89 on April 22, 2012 in Sacred Heart Hospital in Spokane. She is a long time resident of Moses Lake since 1949. Birdie is survived by her husband Raymond O. Brown, two daughters, Roberta Hansen, Alena Hernandez (Miguel), son Richard Andrews (Cheryl) and one sister, Evelyn Arnold. She leaves behind eleven grandchildren, nine great grandchildren, and five great-great-grandchildren.
Obama Makes Student Loan Appeal in Iowa
COLLEGE SOFTBALL: 04/26 NW Nazarene 9 @ CWU 6 (1)
Today in History for Thursday, April 26th
Huskies rebound with two wins
Sweeps Quincy
QUINCY - After dropping a rare doubleheader to Prosser last week, the Huskies came back with a vengeance Saturday with two convincing wins over Quincy.
Sheriff's office dedicates fallen officers memorial
May 2 in Ephrata
EPHRATA - The Grant County Sheriff's Office is formally dedicating a memorial to fallen Grant County law enforcement officers.
Family Services of Grant County building expands
Ribbon-cutting ceremony held
MOSES LAKE - Family Services of Grant County held a ribbon-cutting ceremony recently at their Moses Lake facility.
Mad Cow Disease Discovered, Inspections Working
Wednesday, April 25
Requests for Bids
Bell Hotel: Removal and replacement of flooring in an Apartment complex located in Ephrata, WA; Public Housing (PH): Partial removal of current roofing system with mold remediation and installing new roofing system with ventilation in 4 Units, located in Ephrata and Moses Lake, WA
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD May 14, 2012 at 3:30 p.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata, WA regarding a budget extension request from the Grant County Sheriff's Office in the amount of $6,500.00 to purchase four (4) scanners for use with the District Court Video Arraignment System.
PORT OF MOSES LAKE
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
GRANT COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT NO. 10
Notice of Solicitation for Professional Services
Ephrata Tigers softball splits with Grandview
Play Greyhounds tough
GRANDVIEW - The Tigers nearly pulled off a two game sweep on the road Thursday, but fell two runs short in game two of the twin bill.
Range of topics addressed at sheriff town hall in George
From county jail to new tax
GEORGE - Metal thefts, youth crime and the county jail were just a few of many topics covered at a George town hall meeting led by Grant County Sheriff Tom Jones.
Two hospitalized after head-on collision
Othello drivers allegedly impaired
WARDEN - Two Othello women were reportedly extracted from their vehicles following a head-on collision on state Route 17, about 13 miles south of Moses Lake.
Former Royal resident Mary Messer passes on
ROYAL CITY - Mary Messer, formerly of Royal City, passed away peacefully at the age of 91 at her residence in Shoreline, Wash. on April 17, 2012.
The Fishin' Magician: Trout in the Wenatchee Valley
The opening of the lowland lakes for trout fishing is coming up this weekend, and anglers in the Wenatchee Valley don't have to travel far to find some lakes that are loaded with fat rainbow. Near Rock Island, just south of East Wenatchee, Big Bow Lake, Hammond Lake and Putters Pond. All three of these lakes have been planted with rainbow that average close to two to the pound. These fish are larger than what has been planted in the past, as the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife is rolling out a new plan to get more people fishing our inland waters.
Today in History for Wednesday, April 25th
Boys track takes fifth at invite
Set personal records
HERMISTON - The Chiefs traveled to Hermiston Saturday to take part in the 27th annual Kiwanis Invitational and came away with a fifth place finish out of 11 teams that participated in the event.
Alert off-duty sheriff's deputy uncovers burglary evidence
MOSES LAKE – Several recent Moses Lake area burglaries seem to be solved after an alert Grant County Sheriff's deputy spotted stolen property while shopping.
Asteroid Mining May Make Money
$13 million Columbia Basin Hospital bond passes
Sixty-two percent of voters approve measure
EPHRATA - A $13 million construction bond for Columbia Basin Hospital is passing, with 62 percent of voters approving the measure.
Huskies no longer perfect
Drop match to Toppenish
TOPPENISH - The Toppenish Wildcats accomplished what no other team has been able to do so far this season; beat Othello in a soccer match.
Guy Conrad Bonar
Guy Conrad Bonar, our beloved father, brother, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend passed away peacefully Tuesday evening April 17th following a sudden illness.
Moses Lake to replace 1970s-era street striper
Also open bids on sewer lining project
MOSES LAKE - A street striping machine used for more than three decades by the City of Moses Lake will be retired just as soon as a replacement is found.
Melvin Dee Adams
Melvin Dee Adams, 76, passed away April 18, 2012 in Kingman, AZ with his family by his side. He was born February 18, 1936 to Joseph William and Belle (Johnson) Adams in Woodruff, AZ. He was the fourth of seven children. He grew up in Lakeside, AZ and graduated from Snowflake High School in 1954. He met Gaye Ellis while she was babysitting for his Uncle Wendell Johnson in Washington. They married October 30, 1955. They were sealed in the Mesa Arizona Temple on December 27, 1956. They were blessed with seven children.
Royal tennis returns to action
ROYAL CITY - It's been a tough year so far for Royal High School tennis. Playing time has been cut and victories have been few.
Grant County Fire District 5 names new chief
Smith former assistant chief
MOSES LAKE - Veteran Moses Lake firefighter Dan Smith was recently named the new chief of Grant County Fire District 5.
High Court Hears Arizona Immigration Dispute
College Student: Loans 'A Little Terrifying'
Tigers boys and girls split with Huskies and Vikings
Remain among the best in CWAC
EPHRATA - The Vikings came to town looking to steal a couple of CWAC road wins Thursday. However, Selah only managed a split with the Tigers as the Ephrata boys won 4-1, but the girls lost 3-2.
State auditors find issues with assessor's office
Software, lack of personnel cause delays
EPHRATA - State auditors found Grant County missed several suggested deadlines in preparing its property taxes.
Tuesday, April 24
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF INTERIOR
Finding of No Significant Impact Environment Assessment for the Moses Lake Tribal Trails Travel Plaza, Tracts 64 and 65, Orchard Tracts 33 19 28 Parcels 09038310 and 090384000, Moses Lake Washington, Grant County.
Superior Court of Washington
In re: SUGEY JASCKSON, Petitioner, and EDWARD JACKSON, Respondent.
SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE
The Royal City Transportation Benefit District will meet immediately following the regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Royal City that begins at 7:00 pm, on May 15, 2012, to be held at City Hall, 445 Camelia Street NE, Royal City, WA.
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
The Royal City Transportation Benefit District has set a public hearing to receive public comment on the TBD 2012 Budget immediately following the regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Royal City that begins at 7:00 pm, on May 15, 2012. The location is council chambers at City Hall, 445 Camelia Street NE, Royal City. The public is encouraged to attend.
SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE
The Royal City Transportation Benefit District will meet immediately following the regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Royal City that begins at 7:00 pm, on May 15, 2012, to be held at City Hall, 445 Camelia Street NE, Royal City, WA. The public is welcome and encouraged to attend.
LEGAL NOTICE
The Port of Royal Slope is holding a Special Meeting on Tuesday, April 24, 2012 at 1:30 pm for Well #2 Bid opening.
Big Bend set to expand success center
$400,000 project adds 1,500 square feet
MOSES LAKE - Big Bend Community College is set to add 1,500 square feet to its Student Success Center with a federal grant.
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
The Royal City Transportation Benefit District has set a public hearing to receive public comment on the TBD 2012 Budget immediately following the regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Royal City that begins at 7:00 pm, on May 15, 2012.
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 May 7, 2012 for Supplying 2" HDPE Schedule 40 Conduit as more fully described in Contract Documents 170-3386.
Camiel Bruneel is 'Distinguished Young Woman'
Crowned on Saturday
MOSES LAKE - Camiel Bruneel is Moses Lake's new Distinguished Young Woman.
Richland soccer blanks Chiefs
Moses Lake falls to 5-4
MOSES LAKE - The Chiefs were looking to end their two-game losing streak and the familiar surroundings of Lions Filed was just the place to do it.
Moses Lake softball beats Eastmont
Win makeup game
WENATCHEE - After getting rained out March 27, the Chiefs went back to Eastmont to make up the contest.
Sanford Rejects Resignation of Police Chief
Two more charged in Quincy shooting
Both gang members
EPHRATA - Prosecutors charged two additional people in the September shooting of Ramiro Munoz Jr. in Quincy.
Today in History for Tuesday, April 24th
PREP BASEBALL: 04/24 MLHS 15 @ Eisenhower 7 (1)
Lt. Governor Brad Owen plans to run for fifth term
Officially announces campaign
MOSES LAKE - Lieutenant Governor Brad Owen, D-Shelton, announced this week he'll seek re-election to a fifth term in office.
Soap Lake Eagles devoured by Cougars
Drop two games
SOAP LAKE - The Eagles baseball team suffered two lopsided losses to White Swan at home Saturday. Soap Lake lost game one 10-0, and game two 18-4.
Mandelas pleads guilty to gun possession
Murder charge dropped
EPHRATA - A Moses Lake man is serving six months in jail after an attempted robbery revealed he had marijuana at his residence.
Growing a healthy Ephrata
EPHRATA - Jenny Sieg walks beside a recently cleared piece of land in Ephrata, pointing toward the south end of the land.
Festivals Bring Music, Money to New Orleans
Christian College Resumes Classes After Attack
Comment sought on permit fee hikes for farm burning
SPOKANE - The public has an opportunity to submit comments on a proposed rise in the cost of getting a burn permit for agricultural burning.
PREP SOFTBALL: 04/24 Selah 5 @ Othello 2 (1)
Monday, April 23
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: Lot 371, Larson Subdivision, Grant County, WA
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS
SEWER LINING PROJECT - 2012
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD May 1, 2012 at 3:30 p.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata, WA regarding a budget extension request from the Grant County Auditor's Office in the amount of $66,490.00 to proceed with updating and converting to a new vendor for their GP Accounting software.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: Lot 50, Block 11, Sunland
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: LOT 14 CRAB CREEK ESTATES GT CO ASSESSORS PLAT #2
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: Lt 6 Daoust 2nd Add.
Big Bend holds successful job fair
Puts job seekers, employers face-to-face
MOSES LAKE - The Internet has all but removed personal interaction from the hiring process.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: LTS 24-25 BLK 14 WARDEN HTS.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: Lots 1 and E20' BLK 3 Bruners Add
SEWER LINING PROJECT - 2012
Abbreviated Legal: Lot 8 Willow Crest Estates Phase 2
MLIRD approves $1.7 million budget
Includes money for equipment, mobile home and land
MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District Board of Commissioners approved a $1.7 million budget at their board meeting last week for 2012.
Today in History for Monday, April 23rd
Residence robbed, man beaten in Moses Lake
Marijuana, cash reported stolen
MOSES LAKE - Armed robbers reportedly forced their way into a Moses Lake home, tied a man up and beat him before stealing cash and drugs.
Hybrid Makers Add Artificial Sound for Safety
TB award presented to health center PA
MOSES LAKE – The 2012 “Spittoon Award” recipient is Allen Noble, PA-C, who is a physician’s assistant at Moses Lake Community Health Center.
No New Clues in Search for Tucson Girl
What do you think of the proposed PUD commissioner district boundary changes?
Beijing Show Sees Cars Aimed at China
Wheatland Bank earns five-star rating for fifth year
Serves 13 counties including Grant and Adams
SPOKANE - BAUERFINANCIAL, Inc., the nation's leading bank rating and research firm, has given a five-star superior bank rating to Wheatland Bank of Spokane.
Sunday, April 22
Quincy council surprised at police response
Letter draws some criticism
QUINCY - Quincy councilmembers expressed surprise at a police response to a citizen complaint.
COLLEGE BASEBALL: 04/22 WSU 10 @ Oregon 6
Woman shocked, insulted by letter
Complained about officer conduct
QUINCY - A Quincy resident was shocked and insulted with a police department response to her complaint about an officer.
Police defend letter
Says officer's actions were correct
QUINCY - Quincy Police Capt. Gene Fretheim defended his letter to a town resident, saying he was stating the issues.
Arrest warrant issued in Quincy homicide
QUINCY – Grant County Superior Court issued an arrest warrant on April 9 in a homicide case that dates back to September.
Royal man gets six years for gang-related convictions
ROYAL CITY - A Royal City man will serve more than six years in prison for a string of gang-related crimes.
Saturday, April 21
Ephrata holding children's fishing derby
Annual event on Saturday
EPHRATA - Children are invited to go fishing in Ephrata on Saturday.
Kay Evans continues with history of Hartline
The history of our greater Columbia Basin towns and cities fascinates me. Today we hear more of the history of Hartline. Read on.
Roberto Benavidez Reyna
Roberto Benavidez Reyna, "Big Bob" a long time resident of Moses Lake passed away April 10, 2012 to join the love of his life, Viola Quintanilla Reyna. Viola passed on March 10, 2012. Roberto was surrounded by his loving family.
Crab Creek Riders mini-clinic next Saturday
Calling all members and prospective members of the Crab Creek Riders; the first event of the year is not far away. Read on.
Greenpeace lauds Quincy as 'green' data center site
Report ranks tech companies
QUINCY - A report issued by Greenpeace this week holds Quincy up as a relatively 'green' option for technology companies looking to place data centers.
Friday, April 20
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Lot 27, north terrace no. 3 addition, moses lake, as per plat recorded in volume 6 of plats, page 26, records of Grant county, Washington.. Commonly known as: 612 South Hawthorne Drive (aka 612 Hawthorne Dr S) Moses Lake Wa 98837
NOTICE TO BIDDERS
Sealed bids will be received by the Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County, Washington at 15655 Wanapum Village Lane SW, Beverly, WA 99321 until 2:30pm on May 17, 2012 for the Wanapum Heritage Center Building Project more fully described in Contract Documents 230-3345.
Harassment training available at BBCC
Set for April 25
MOSES LAKE - Harassment training for supervisors, managers and human resource directors is available at Big Bend Community College.
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON
TO THE DEFENDANTS Unknown Heirs and Devisees of Wilfred J. Bell; Occupants of the Premises; and any persons or parties claiming to have any right, title, estate, lien or interest in the real property described in the complaint:
SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON
IN RE THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE: OPAL LOUISE JORDAN, Deceased.
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS
SEWER LINING PROJECT - 2012
Chiefs baseball drops two to Walla Walla
Still winless in league play
MOSES LAKE - Try as they might, the Chiefs are yet to win a game in Big Nine league play as they lost both games of a twin bill Tuesday.
Legislature allocates money for skills center
Will serve nine school districts
MOSES LAKE - The Grant County Skills Center is a step closer to becoming a reality after the state Legislature allocated $19.41 million for the project.
Legislature allocates money for skills center
Will serve nine school districts
MOSES LAKE - The Grant County Skills Center is a step closer to becoming a reality after the state Legislature allocated $19.41 million for the project.
Probable suicide leads police to suspected cockfight locale
ROYAL CITY - Grant County Deputies are investigating a man's death and the discovery of a suspected cockfighting operation at the same location.
Royal sophomores schedule yard sale
ROYAL CITY - The Royal High School sophomore class has scheduled a fund-raising yard sale at the school on Saturday, April 21.
SOAP LAKE NAME CHANGE
Reader disagrees with proposal
Raw Video: Cops Chase Armed Robbery Suspect
Central Washington projects see state funding
Capital budget awaits governor's signature
MOSES LAKE - The state's recently passed supplemental capital budget includes a big chunk of cash for Central Washington projects.
Coin hunters in Moses Lake until Saturday
Looking for coins, jewelry and collectibles
MOSES LAKE - People can sell coins, jewelry and other items at a National Coin Collectors Association event until Saturday.
Police seize drugs, leave ammunition clip behind
One man arrested
MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake police are investigating how a magazine full of bullets was left behind when they searched a home for a drug suspect.
THANK YOU
Reader thanks tournament helpers
PRESIDENTIAL ELECTIONS
Reader disagrees about candidate comments
TEA PARTY RALLY
Reader disagrees with status quo
Calif. Hacking Scandal Nets Dozens of Students
Kaycen Malcolm Morrison
Kaycen Malcolm Morrison, cherished son of Brad and Jesyka Morrison of Moses Lake, was born without a heartbeat on March 27th, 2012 at Sacred Heart Hospital in Spokane.
First camping trip to Steamboat Rock State Park
Raindrops are making a rhythmic noise at they hit the roof of the travel trailer. The pitter-patter sound provides a good, positive and secure feeling. This part of the Great Outdoors is welcome no matter if in a tent, a building with a metal roof or in our travel trailer.
NEWSPAPERS IN EDUCATION
Reader thanks Herald for donations
Small fairs eligible for capital budget funds
OLYMPIA - Gov. Christine Gregoire has signed a bill into law that will extend opportunities to non-profit agriculture fairs for capital budget grant funding.
Ephrata girls golf takes first
Win by 87 strokes
QUINCY - Kendal Sage shot 80 and Tressa Davis carded 85 to lead the Ephrata Tigers to a win at Clockum Ridge Golf Course Tuesday.
Hastings sees new challenger for Dist. 4 seat
Tri-Cities TEA Party activist
MOSES LAKE - A Kennewick TEA party activist is challenging incumbent Fourth District Rep. Doc Hastings, R-Wash., for his seat this fall.
Warden softball blanks Cats
Undefeated in league play
WARDEN - The Cougars remained undefeated in league play as they shutout the Cats 31-0 at home Tuesday. The win improves Warden to 5-0 in the Central Washington 2B Conference and 8-2 overall.
The Fishin' Magician: Okanogan County spots
Okanogan County is rich with great trout fishing lakes, and this year there are some old favorites that anglers will find particularly good. Popular Alta Lake, near Pateros, has been planted with 2,000 fat rainbow and 400 triploid rainbow for the general lowland lake opener this weekend.
COLLEGE BASEBALL: 04/20 WSU 2 @ Oregon 6
Moses Lake boys beat Davis
Girls lose
YAKIMA - The Chiefs traveled to Pirates country Tuesday in search of two league wins. But Moses Lake only managed a split as the boys won five of seven matches and the girls lost five out of seven matches.
U.S. Marshal round-up locates, nets 13 felons
EPHRATA - A U.S. Marshals task force, which includes Grant County law enforcement officers, rounded up 13 wanted felons across Grant County on Wednesday, April 4.
Farms will face challenges in the future
RITZVILLE - I am writing you today about a challenge ahead of farming communities throughout Eastern Washington. The challenge is real and it affects more than those involved in advocacy groups and organizations. Our challenge is apathy and ignorance.
Today in History for Friday, April 20th
Secret Service scandal
The 11 Secret Service agents who were part of the president's advance security detail were hired, trained, armed and paid well for their judgment. They failed miserably. Fire them.
Alaska Distillery Launches Hemp Vodka
Thursday, April 19
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Public Hearing will be held on May 2, 2012 at 9:15 am or as soon thereafter as possible in the office of County Commissioners, Room 201, Franklin County Courthouse, 1016 N. 4th, Pasco, Washington, to take testimony for and against increasing the revenue and expenditure bottom lines of the 2012 Miscellaneous Clerk LFO budget, 117-000-001 by $10,431.
Request for Qualifications
Moses Lake School District is requesting qualifications for engineering services from interested firms for various capital projects throughout the District beginning in spring 2012.
LEGAL NOTICE
The Port of Royal Slope is holding a Special Meeting on Tuesday, April 24, 2012 at 1:30 pm for Well #2 Bid opening.
FRANKLIN COUNTY NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that there has been proposed to the Franklin County Planning Commission an application by Calin Tebay, 7320 Sandy Ridge Road, Pasco, WA 99301 for a Conditional Use Permit, CUP 2012-06.
JV Contreas
TO: JESUS LION CONTRERAS, Presumed Father
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON
To: Jesus Ventura Prudente
TC 2012-01
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that there has been proposed to the Franklin County Planning Commission an application by Franklin County, 1016 North 4th Avenue, Pasco, WA 99301 for a zoning ordinance text change, TC 2012-01.
Trejo 1002.179620
Abbreviated Legal: PERRYS ADD LOT 8 BLK 2
Requests for Bids
The Housing Authority of Grant County is requesting sealed bids for demolition of eight units with abatement of hazardous materials to include utility work with lot preparation and demolition of three detached garage buildings located in Moses Lake, WA.
OTHELLO CITY COUNCIL
The City of Othello has scheduled a public hearing to receive public comment on the consideration of establishment of a Transportation Benefit District and implementing up to a $20.00 license fee.
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS
Sealed bids, plainly marked "BID FOR L-NE Road Overlay, CRP 12-02", will be received by Grant County at the Office of the Board of County Commissioners located in the County Courthouse, P.O. Box 37, 35 C Street NW - Room 207, Ephrata, WA, 98823, until 1:30 P.M., Tuesday, May 1, 2012 and will then and there be opened and publicly read for the construction of the improvements.
Jones 1002.177349
Abbreviated Legal: Lot 10, Block 1, Glen Acres Subdivision
Legal Notice: Easement Condemnation - Columbia to Rocky Ford 230 kV Transmission Line Project
Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County, Washington (the District) is acquiring easement rights for the Columbia to Rocky Ford 230 kV Transmission Line project.
Moses Lake double header against Walla Walla
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Ephrata project will affect Division Street
Closures expected for the next two weeks
EPHRATA - Construction crews moved onto Division Street as part of a project to replace roads and water pipes in the city.
Othello soccer trips Pullman in OT
Still unbeaten
PULLMAN- The Huskies Jorge Campos recorded his 16th goal of the season with 10 seconds remaining in overtime as Othello won a non-league match on the road against the Greyhounds.
Charges Filed in Missing Barista Case
Nurse Accused in Baby Abduction Had Miscarried
Today in History for Thursday, April 19th
Stars Remember Dick Clark
Ephrata hospital
Voters are leaning toward sustaining Ephrata's Columbia Basin Hospital during this week's $13 million bond request.
Community help needed for the seniors' projects
ROYAL CITY - Royal High School teacher Andrew Perkins is seeking help in putting together community panels for senior projects.
Suicide, cockfighting at same place near Royal
ROYAL CITY – Grant County Sheriff's deputies are investigating a man’s death and the discovery of a suspected cockfighting operation at the same location.
Four injured in crash near Othello
OTHELLO - A crash injured four people on state Route 26, about a mile west of Othello.
Leroy Adel Koehn
Leroy Adel Koehn, 70, of Othello died Monday April 16, 2012, at his home with his family at his side.
Quincy police holding forums
First scheduled on Thursday
QUINCY - Quincy police plan to hold a town hall meeting Thursday night to speak about public safety issues.
Semi-trucks collide
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Quincy tennis splits with Toppenish
QUINCY - The Jacks boys team lost all five of their matches against the Wildcats, but the girls won three of five to salvage a split with Toppenish Tuesday.
Moses Lake considers policy for donated art
Accepts student painting
MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake City Council asked staff to devise a policy on art donations after unanimously accepting a painting created by a student artist.
Royal City cleanup set
ROYAL CITY - The dates of April 20-22 have been established as the city-wide cleanup days for Royal City.
Second hearing scheduled for Othello proposal
Focused on new taxing district
OTHELLO - An Othello proposal which may increase vehicle registration costs for residents is receiving a second public hearing.
Wednesday, April 18
LEGAL NOTICE
The Moses Lake Conservation District will be holding a Special Meeting on April 19, 2012 7:00 PM at JR Newhouse, 528 W Broadway, Moses Lake, WA 98837.
BBCC announces president's list
MOSES LAKE - Big Bend Community College recently announced the winter quarter president's list. All 210 students have maintained a 3.75, or higher, grade point average in 12, or more, credit hours.
PORT OF MOSES LAKE
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR FINANCIAL SERVICES
LEGAL NOTICE
The Port of Moses Lake will be holding a 2012 Supplemental Budget Public Hearing during the next scheduled Commission Meeting, Monday, April 23, 2012 at 9:00 a.m.
Moses Lake on census top 10 growth list
Inexpensive infrastructure, land cited
MOSES LAKE - The U.S. Census Bureau recently rated Moses Lake as one of the top growing micro areas in the U.S.
Moses Lake softball sweeps Davis
Tied for first
MOSES LAKE - The Chiefs looked to be in mid-season form Friday as they took both games of a doubleheader from Davis at Larson Field.
Harriet Emma Keys
Harriet Emma Keys, 76, beloved mother and grandmother, of Royal City, Washington, passed away April 9, 2012.
Space Needle Gets Anniversary Paint Job
Othello tennis gets by Grandview
GRANDVIEW - The Huskies tennis teams took to the pavement to match up with the Grandview Greyhounds in CWAC competition Saturday. The long trip home was a pleasant ride as both the boys and girls teams were victorious wining by identical 3-2 scores.
Othello softball drops twin bill
Falls to fourth in CWAC
PROSSER - The Huskies traveled to Mustang country looking to steal a couple of road wins and remain undefeated in league play. But Prosser had another thing in mind as they turned back the CWAC powerhouse, taking both games of the twin bill. The losses drops Othello to 7-2-1 in league action and 8-2-1 overall.
Boys track perform well at invites
Team split between Pasco and Cheney
PASCO - It was the who's who of performers that participated in the Pasco invite as only the top athletes in the state of Washington, Oregon and Idaho were in attendance. The Chiefs boys had four participants in the event. The first was pole vaulter Cameron Law who meet clearing the bar with a 13' vault for a 10th place finish. Lowell Kirkwood ran the 800 meter race and finished with a personal best time of 2:02.82, which landed him in 27th place. Jared Crowell who participated in the long and triple jumps. He finished 26th with a jump of 18'4' and placed 16th the triple with a leap of d 41'1". The last athlete to enter an event was Cameron Ballard who participated in the high jump, but he didn't clear the starting height of 5"8".
The Fishin' Magician: Lakes near Rock Island
Anglers that like to fish for trout in our area lakes, and don't want to wait until the end of April should consider trying the lakes near Rock Island. Three of the lakes down there have already received good plants of larger than usual rainbow and with the recent warm weather would be great places to try your luck.
A New Breed of TV
Today in History for Wednesday, April 18th
Teen shot, dropped at hospital
Investigation underway
MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake police are investigating a shooting involving a 19-year-old Moses Lake male who was dropped off at the hospital over the weekend.
Man dies of suspected overdose
MOSES LAKE – Grant County detectives are investigating the death of a man on Saturday, April 7, from a suspected drug overdose.
Sheriff holds town hall meetings in county
George meeting is Thursday
EPHRATA - Grant County Sheriff Tom Jones is hosting a town hall meeting at the George Community Hall Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m.
Woman Charged With Killing Mom
Girls relay does it again
Sets new mark
PASCO - The Moses Lake High School girls track team finished 13th out of 54 teams from around the Pacific Northwest that participated in the Pasco Invite Saturday at Edgar Brown Stadium.
Othello hires a new recreation coordinator
Fills newly created position
OTHELLO - Molly Klippert wants to expand recreation opportunities in Othello.
Two fires sparked near Moses Lake
Involve shed, greenhouse
MOSES LAKE - Grant County Fire District 5 responded to two small structure fires over the weekend.
Odessa receives high-speed Internet service
Part of statewide expansion
ODESSA - The first phase of a major broadband expansion throughout Eastern Washington has been completed, connecting the rural Odessa area to high-speed Internet service.
Tuesday, April 17
Requests for Bids
The Housing Authority of Grant County is requesting sealed bids for demolition of eight units with abatement of hazardous materials to include utility work with lot preparation and demolition of three detached garage buildings located in Moses Lake, WA.
BBCC splits with Hawks
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CITY OF WARDEN
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held by the City Council, City of Warden, in the council chambers, 201 S. Ash Street, Warden, WA on April 24, 2012 at 7:00 PM.
Superior Court of Washington
In re: SUGEY JASCKSON, Petitioner, and EDWARD JACKSON, Respondent.
Moses Lake grad authors first book
MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake High School graduate Amanda Sowards' World War II novel, "Espionage," was just released.
Judge dismisses Moses Lake dog shooting lawsuit
States shooting was reasonable
SPOKANE - A federal judge ruled the shooting of a dog by a Grant County sheriff's deputy was reasonable.
Othello still unbeaten, moves to 10-0
Shuts out East Valley
OTHELLO - The Huskies got two first half goals, and added another in the second 40 minutes of play to win their 10th game in a row Saturday. The 3-0 shut out over the Red Devils improves Othello to 4-0 in CWAC league play and 10-0 overall.
Market Makeovers Transform 'Food Deserts'
Diving clinic to take place in May
Moses Lake High School swim and dive coach Allyson VanMaaren is conducting a diving clinic Tuesday's and Thursday's May 8 to 24.
TEA Party supporters look to presidential election
Rally at Civic Center Park
MOSES LAKE - A TEA Party rally in Moses Lake touched on the importance of voting for a Republican candidate this fall, despite any possible misgivings.
Norway Killer Tells Court He'd Do It Again
Ephrata tennis splits match with Toppenish
Lose to Cashmere
TOPPENISH - The Tigers strolled into Wildcat country Friday the 13th looking to take a couple of matches from Toppenish. But a split was all they could manages as the girls shut out the home team 5-0, and the boys lost 3-2.
Boy Tells School Officials 2 Dead at Home
Royal school district receives grant
Three other Grant County schools chosen
MOSES LAKE - Four Grant County School Districts received grants to help them implement the state's Common Core State Standards.
Royal City man gets 6 years for gang-related convictions
ROYAL CITY - A Royal City man will serve more than six years in prison for a string of gang-related crimes.
Today in History for Tuesday, April 17th
Soap Lake council adopts COP program
Hillman opposes move
SOAP LAKE - The Soap Lake City Council approved a new neighborhood watch program, although one council member raised concerns.
Man serving seven years for burglaries
Broke into three buildings in January
EPHRATA - A man responsible for three Moses Lake burglaries is serving more than seven years in prison.
Not Guilty Pleas for Tulsa Shooting Suspects
Steven Anthony Holden
Steven Anthony Holden, 63, beloved son, brother, cousin, uncle, husband, father, grandfather and friend to many passed away suddenly at his home. He was born March 10, 1949 Covington, Kentucky, died March 28, 2012 Moses Lake, Washington. Memorial services were at Moses Lake Alliance Church April 4.
PREP BASEBALL: 04/17 Walla Walla 8 @ MLHS 4 (1)
Sue Yamamoto Matsumura
Sue Yamamoto Matsumura, 94, of Grandview, WA passed away on Sunday, December 18, 2011 at Hillcrest Nursing Home in Grandview, WA. She was born on December 17, 1917 in Sugar City, Idaho the daughter of Makino (Kawamoto) and Sagitaro Yamamoto. Her youth was spent in Wapato, WA where Sue graduated from Wapato High School in 1935. On January 30, 1938 she married Kiyoshi Matsumura in Wapato. Following WWII, Sue moved to Moses Lake where she raised her family. She continued to live in Moses Lake, WA until 2000, when Sue moved to the lower valley. She enjoyed bowling, and attending Nisei Women's Club.
Warden soccer edged out by Manson
Fall to 2-2 in league play
WARDEN - The Cougars were hoping to keep pace with Brewster and Manson when they hosted the Trojans Saturday as both teams were undefeated in league play. But Warden had trouble generating any offense and dropped the match to Manson, 2-1.
Moses Lake woman completes 'Trek for Life'
Walks 250 miles with pro-life group
MOSES LAKE - A Moses Lake resident was one of a small group of women chosen from across the nation to complete a 250-mile walk opposing abortion.
Monday, April 16
Ordinance No. 2648
An ordinance amending Chapter 18.58 of the Moses Lake Municipal Coded entitled "Signs"
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD May 1, 2012 at 3:30 p.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata, WA regarding a budget extension request from the Grant County Auditor's Office in the amount of $66,490.00 to proceed with updating and converting to a new vendor for their GP Accounting software.
CALL FOR BIDS
EPHRATA MUNICIPAL AIRPORT, EPHRATA, WASHINGTON
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: Lot 6, Cross-B Estates Phase 2, Vol 19 Pgs 17 & 18
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: Ptn Lts 5, 6, & 7, Blk 10, Warden Heights, Grant County
Ordinance No. 2647
An ordinance amending Chapter 18.57 of the Moses Lake Municipal Coded entitled "Landscaping"
Legal Notice: Easement Condemnation - Columbia to Rocky Ford 230 kV Transmission Line Project
Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County, Washington (the District) is acquiring easement rights for the Columbia to Rocky Ford 230 kV Transmission Line project.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: Lot 4, Blk 3, Leanne Terrace MP
NOTICE TO BIDDERS
Sealed bids will be received by the Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County at 15655 Wanapum Village Lane SW, Beverly, Washington 99321 until 2:30 P.M., on May 16, 2012 for Contract Construct White River Acclimation Facility as more fully described in Contract Documents 430-3340.
MLIRD suspends governance policy
Hires human resources consultant to review workplace
MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District Board of Directors suspended their governance policy and hired a human resources consultant.
Chiefs drop match to Wenatchee
Lose in a shoot-out
MOSES LAKE - They say turnabout is fair play. But, unfortunately the tide was turned on the Chiefs this time, as they lost their second league match of the season in a 4-3 shoot-out to the Panthers at home Wednesday.
The Fishin' Magician: Town Ford seminar
I am looking forward to the seminar at Town Ford on Wednesday, April 25th. It's always great to get together with a bunch of anglers and share information. I sure appreciate Town Ford providing their dealership for these seminars. They go to a lot of effort to make sure we have a place to meet.
Obama Says No to Legalizing Drugs
Misconduct Alleged Against Secret Service Agents
Today in History for Monday, April 16th
Lessons in Security, Five Years After Va. Tech
Othello waits on handbill ordinance
Companies asked to watch circular placement
OTHELLO - Othello is asking companies to be careful with circulars after a councilmember found a pile of them in his neighborhood.
Man caught in the act of suspected burglary
MOSES LAKE – Grant County Sheriff’s deputies early Tuesday, April 10, nabbed a man in the act of allegedly burglarizing a Moses Lake area business.
Should taxes be raised to pay for an increase in law enforcement funding?
Sunday, April 15
Family of slain Quincy man alleges harassment
Questions lack of solutions
QUINCY - The family of a Quincy man who was fatally shot last summer is alleging ongoing harassment by suspected gang members believed to be connected to the shooting.
U.S. Marshal round-up nets 13 felons
EPHRATA - A U.S. Marshals task force, which includes Grant County law enforcement officers, rounded up 13 wanted felons across Grant County on Wednesday, April 4.
Small business hazardous waste collection scheduled
MOSES LAKE - Businesses and agencies that generate small amounts of hazardous waste will have a disposal opportunity on Friday, May 11 in the parking lot at the Moses Lake Surf n' Slide Waterpark.
Warden boys golf gets by Quincy
Win by 13 strokes
QUINCY -The conditions were ideal for golf Wednesday as the Cougars and Jacks went head to head on the links at Colockum Ridge Golf Course.
Burglaries solved after raid on home
Near Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE - Grant County Sheriff's officials gleaned information on several recent burglaries after serving a search warrant at a Moses Lake home.
Ephrata square dance club whirls into 60th year
Wheatland Whirlers hold anniversary dance
EPHRATA - The Wheatland Whirlers Square Dance Club is celebrating its 60th anniversary this Saturday with a dance in Ephrata.
Arrest warrant issued for September murder
QUINCY - Grant County Superior Court issued a warrant on April 9 for the arrest of Gerardo Miguel Valenzuela Navarro on suspicion of second-degree murder.
COLLEGE BASEBALL: 04/15 Utah 0 @ WSU 6
Saturday, April 14
Avila Dairy buys, harvests neighbors' crops
MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake dairyman John Avila discovered a win-win solution to find feed for his operation of 2,500 cattle.
April 1 opener results continued
COLLEGE SOFTBALL: 04/15 UCLA 2 @ UW 5
PREP BASEBALL: 04/14 Wahluke 0 @ Royal 14 (1)
Moses Lake auto shop expands
Owner moves back into building
MOSES LAKE - Brent Leishman is moving back into the building where he built his business.
Harriet Emma Keys
Harriet Emma Keys, 76, beloved mother and grandmother, of Royal City, Washington, passed away April 9, 2012. She was born in 1935 in Wenatchee, WA, and was a lifetime resident of Royal City. Harriet was the daughter of Forest Grove and Florence Harriet Chadbourne. She leaves behind many family members and friends. Harriet is survived by her daughters Kriss Crittenden, Parkside, SASK; Shon Smoot, Las Vegas, NV; Shelley Henderson, Coulee City, WA; and Debra Wesselius, Centralia, WA; grandchildren Sydney Crittenden, Spokane, WA; Kayce Davis, Deltona, FL; Colten Davis, Hoquiam, WA; Sheena Feik, North Powder, OR; and Quade Henderson, Coulee City, WA; and great-grandchildren Lilly, Rayne, & Hudson Davis; and sister LouAnn Davis. She is preceded in death by her parents Forest and Florence Chadbourne and by her granddaughter Jaclyn Henderson. In Royal City, Harriet was employed by the Royal School District and worked at the Red Rock Elementary School. She was a homemaker and ranch wife, and loved to square dance. She was an accomplished horsewoman, a love she passed on to her daughters. Harriet was active in the community, serving as a 4-H leader of home economics for many years. She was also an accomplished seamstress. In addition to sewing all the clothes for her daughters and creating beautiful square dance dresses for herself, she created gowns for local pageant contestents and suits for many regional rodeo royalty courts. Harriet's children, grandchildren, and other family members loved her dearly. She was a kind, generous, and loving mother, grandmother, and person. Harriet will be sorely missed by all who had the good fortune of knowing her. Graveside services will be held for Harriet on Monday, April 16 at 2:00 p.m. at the Royal Memorial Gardens/Pleasant Valley Cemetery in Royal City. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Harriet's name to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Inland Northwest Chapter, 818 East Sharp, Spokane, WA 99202. To sign the guest book and to leave a note for the family please go to stevensfuneralchapel.com
Chiefs Softball takes two from Panthers
Get first league wins
WENATCHEE - The Chiefs softball team is back in the thick of things in Big Nine play with two league road wins over the Panthers Wednesday.
PREP BASEBALL: 04/14 Ephrata 12 @ Quincy 6 (1)
Daedalian Flight 41 offers flight scholarship
30-year-old's death tied to Hantavirus
EPHRATA – The Grant County Health District (GCHD) has received confirmation that the recent death of a Grant County woman in her 30s was associated with Hantavirus exposure.
Dog shooting case against sheriff's deputy dismissed
EPHRATA – In a case that should command the attention of all Grant County dog owners, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Washington dismissed a dog shooting claim against the Grant County Sheriff’s Office and one of its deputies on April 9.
PREP BASEBALL: 04/14 Wahluke 0 @ Royal 10 (2)
Friday, April 13
BBCC baseball splits games with YVCC
Evens league record
YAKIMA - Big Bend Community College (BBCC) hit the pavement Wednesday looking to steal a couple of road wins from Yakima Valley Community. But a split of the doubleheader was all they could manage as the Vikings took game one 8-6, but lost the nightcap 11-1.
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS
Sealed bids, plainly marked "BID FOR L-NE Road Overlay, CRP 12-02", will be received by Grant County at the Office of the Board of County Commissioners located in the County Courthouse, P.O. Box 37, 35 C Street NW - Room 207, Ephrata, WA, 98823, until 1:30 P.M., Tuesday, May 1, 2012
SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON
IN RE THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE: OPAL LOUISE JORDAN, Deceased.
Requests for Bids
The Housing Authority of Grant County is requesting sealed bids for demolition of eight units with abatement of hazardous materials to include utility work with lot preparation and demolition of three detached garage buildings located in Moses Lake, WA.
Convergence Zone to play on Saturday
GEORGE – Convergence Zone, which has performed at the George Fourth of July Celebration and the George Bluegrass Festival, will be on stage for this Saturday's edition of the CoffeeHouse Concert series.
Volunteer EMT is the one who needs help now
Leukemia returns for 28-year-old
ROYAL CITY - Michelle Wallace, whose been giving of herself tirelessly since becoming a volunteer firefighter/emergency medical technician for the Royal community, is now the one who needs help from her community.
Grant County PUD delivers salmon lesson
Provides tour of Priest Rapids Hatchery
PRIEST RAPIDS DAM - Pasco High School students got a hands-on science lesson courtesy of the Grant County Public Utility District (PUD) and the state Department of Fish and Wildlife (DFW) on Tuesday.
Chiefs drop games to Wenatchee
Tied for third in CBBN
MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake baseball lost both games of a doubleheader against the visiting Panthers from Wenatchee Tuesday.
THANK YOU
Reader thanks church for event
Hovde to help with Soap Lake code enforcement
Former mayor
SOAP LAKE - Soap Lake City Planner Darryl Piercy is enlisting the aid of former mayor Wayne Hovde for code enforcement and building inspection duties.
COLLEGE SOFTBALL: 04/14 UCLA 5 @ UW 0
PRESIDENTIAL RACE
Reader supports Obama
Small fairs eligible for capital budget funds
OLYMPIA – Gov. Christine Gregoire has signed a bill into law that will extend opportunities to non-profit agriculture fairs for capital budget grant funding.
ADDICTION HELP
Readers urge families to help loved ones
PREP SOFTBALL: 04/13 Ephrata 18 @ Toppenish 0 (1)
THANK YOU
Reader thanks medical professionals
Garnet stocked the trailer
This is the second part of a multi-part series about preparing the camping trailer for spring camping.
Quincy questions police office improvements
Aimed at improving security
QUINCY - A Quincy police request to add security measures to the building housing the police administration is on hold.
Export-Import Bank fuels trade, jobs
Newark Mayor Rescues Neighbor From Burning House
Court: Bosses Don't Have to Ensure Lunch Breaks
PRESIDENTIAL RACE
Reader is concerned about the elderly
Chief Nearing Retirement Killed in NH Drug Bust
Today in History for Friday, April 13th
Warden soccer beat by Bears
Lose on the road
BREWSTER - The Cougars were looking to steal a road win when they took to the pavement to match up with the Brewster Bears Tuesday.
Online consumer privacy
As politicians hunker down for a long, bipolar year producing little, citizen-consumers get no vacation from the need to protect their privacy online.
Taste of Home draws crowd
People come to learn techniques, recipes
MOSES LAKE - People surrounded tables filled with cooking implements, groceries and other items at the Grant County Fairgrounds.
'Strip-search' ruling
Law enforcement officials will be disappointed if they were looking for guidance from the U.S. Supreme Court on the matter of "strip-searching" suspects entering jail. The court took on the issue in a New Jersey case but left more questions unanswered than answered.
DOWNTOWN TREES
Reader concerned about the cost
Trayvon Martin
Let's be honest: Almost no one knows exactly what happened in the moments before George Zimmerman shot Trayvon Martin to death. So all those proclaiming that Zimmerman is guilty or innocent really don't know.
The Fishin' Magician: Boating and Fuel Tips
I put the Jetcraft on the water this week at Lake Chelan. It was a shake down cruise to check out everything, including a new Minn Kota bow mount. Everything worked like a dream. I was happy to have both my big motor and kicker start right up after the winter.
Sub vets to christen new parade boat at Yakima
DESERT AIRE - The U.S. Submarine Veterans in Central and Eastern Washington will celebrate the 112th Birthday of the U.S. Navy’s Submarine Force with a memorial service and banquet on Saturday, April 14, in Yakima.
Thursday, April 12
Grant County Fire District 11 has established a list of surplus equipment.
1971 Peterbilt water truck, military truck bed, 16" light truck tires, 20" truck tires with wheels, used fire hose various sizes. A complete list with bid minimums, special instructions and restrictions can be requested at (509) 346-2658.
OFFICIAL NOTICE FOR NOMINATION OF MEMBERS TO THE WASHINGTON MINT COMMISSION
Pursuant to chapter 15.65 RCW, notice is given that a public meeting will be held at the Washington State Department of Agriculture, 1111 Washington St. SE, 2nd Floor, Olympia, WA from 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. on April 25, 2012 to nominate candidates for position 5, 6 and 7
NOTICE: ANNOUNCEMENT OF AVAILABILITY OF APPLICATION
Marlin Hutterian Brethren has applied for a State Waste Discharge Permit (SWDP) in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 90.48 Revised Code of Washington (RCW), Chapter 173-216 Washington Administrative Code (WAC).
NOTICE: ANNOUNCEMENT OF AVAILABILITY OF APPLICATION
Warden Hutterian Brethren has applied for a State Waste Discharge Permit (SWDP) in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 90.48 Revised Code of Washington (RCW), Chapter 173-216 Washington Administrative Code (WAC).
OTHELLO CITY COUNCIL
The City of Othello has scheduled a public hearing to receive public comment on the consideration of establishment of a Transportation Benefit District and implementing up to a $20.00 license fee.
FRANKLIN COUNTY
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that a hearing will be held on April 25, 2012, at 9:45 a.m., in the Commissioner’s Meeting Room of the Franklin County Courthouse, Pasco, Washington, for the purpose of considering the advisability of declaring surplus and putting up for sale the following described equipment and property owned by Franklin County.
Barbara L. Scott
Barbara L. Scott, 82, a Moses Lake resident passed away Saturday, April 7, 2012 in Post Falls, Idaho after suffering a stroke on March 7th. Holy Rosary will be prayed at 6:00 p.m., Thursday, April 12, 2012 at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 200 N. Dale Rd, Moses Lake. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m., Friday, April 13, 2012 at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. Inurnment will be in the Church's 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, Moses Lake.
Summons Gonzalez
To the Respondent: MARLENE VASQUEZ
Cunnington 1002.173894
Abbreviated Legal: Lot 7, Sunny Meadows Phase 2
Mallotte 1002.171338
Abbreviated Legal: Lot 12, Island Estates Phase 1
FRANKLIN COUNTY REQUEST FOR LETTERS OF INTEREST FOR SMALL WORKS ROSTER
Franklin County is inviting letters of interest to be placed on the General Construction Roster, Professional Services Roster, and General Vendors Roster.
Lindberg 1002.167793
Abbreviated Legal: Lot 20, Desert Oasis, Phase 3, Vol. D, Pg. 162
The following ordinance was adopted by the City Council of the City of Connell on April 4, 2012 and Approved by the Mayor of the City of Connell on April 4, 2012.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CONNELL, WASHINGTON, AMENDING CHAPTER 1.20 OF THE CONNELL MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO LOW-INCOME SENIOR CITIZEN AND LOW-INCOME DISABLED CITIZEN DESIGNATIONS; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Grant County residents speak about crime
Proposed sales tax increase funds law enforcement
EPHRATA - People raised questions and expressed support for a proposed sales tax increase aimed at funding law enforcement.
Relay team continues to impress
Ranked No. 1 in 4A
MOSES LAKE - It's been said records are made to be broken. And that's what the Moses Lake girls 4x100 relay team has done their last two out of three times on the track.
DA sub vets to christen new parade boat at Yakima
DESERT AIRE - The U.S. Submarine Veterans in Central and Eastern Washington will celebrate the 112th Birthday of the U.S. Navy's Submarine Force with a memorial service and banquet on Saturday, April 14, in Yakima.
Sean Patrick McMullen
Sean Patrick McMullen passed away April 7th, 2012 at his home in Moses Lake. He was 38 years old. He was born August 27th, 1973 to Patrick and Carla McMullen. Sean was a long time resident of Moses Lake, where he spent his youth playing baseball in the local little league, being a member of the boy scouts and attending school. Upon reaching adulthood, he worked many jobs but his interest laid in construction. As a member of the Carpenters Union, he worked on various construction projects in Las Vegas, and the Seattle metro area. He was always first to help with a landscaping or a home improvement project.
Second-degree Murder Charge in Martin Case
Bomb Threats Have Pitt Students on Edge
Aerospace Execs. Tout F-35 Stealth Fighter Jet's
Royal splits twin bill with Highland
ROYAL CITY - After blowing a lead to drop the first game, Royal took the second, 5-2, to split a non-league prep baseball doubleheader at Highland last week.
Are the Huskies unbeatable?
On 12 game streak
Othello - Jorge Campos had two goals and four assist, Enrique Romero scored twice, and Martel Saucedo recorded his seventh shut out of the season to lead Othello to a 6-0 win over visiting Toppenish Monday.
Today in History for Thursday, April 12th
Man charged in Munoz shooting
Police looking for suspect
EPHRATA - Police are searching for the Quincy man accused of shooting Ramiro Munoz Jr. in September.
Boys golf second at Richland
Tie with Eisenhower
RICHLAND - Brenden Cox and Austin Rogers carded 78, and Nick Sutherland shot 80 to help lead Moses Lake to a tie for second place at the POD match in Richland Monday.
George events announced
GEORGE - The George Community Hall Coffee House Concert Series has announced its next three events.
Search of illegal scrap yards nets drugs, arrests
WINCHESTER – Grant County Sheriff’s Deputies spent Thursday, March 29, sorting through suspected stolen property after serving a search warrant where an allegedly illegal scrap yard was found near Quincy.
PUD still open to boundary comments
Little input so far
MOSES LAKE - A second hearing failed to attract public comment on proposed changes to Grant County PUD commissioner district boundaries.
Quincy sets adoption fees
Councilmember questions price
QUINCY - Quincy set the cost to adopt animals from the animal shelter.
Wednesday, April 11
NOTICE TO FUEL SUPPLIERS
Sealed bids plainly marked "Motor Fuel Bid for, 2012 and 2013" will be received by Moses Lake School District, at the Administration Office, 920 W. Ivy Ave, Moses Lake, Washington 98837, until 1:00 P.M., April 18, 2012 and will then and there be opened and publicly read for supplying the specified materials.
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 May 1, 2012 for Supplying Distribution Regulators as more fully described in Contract Documents 170-3393.
Big Bend holds job fair
Event is April 19
MOSES LAKE - Big Bend Community College holds its Job and Career Fair April 19.
Big Bend announces president's list
MOSES LAKE - Big Bend Community College recently announced the winter quarter president's list. All 210 students have maintained a 3.75, or higher, grade point average in 12, or more, credit hours.
Easter fire destroys Moses Lake home
Three residents escape
MOSES LAKE - An Easter morning fire destroyed a Moses Lake home along with its contents, although the residents managed to escape unscathed.
Michelle Wallace's plight spotlights a critical need
As I spoke with Wes Wallace last week about his daughter Michelle's second battle with leukemia (this week's front page), I couldn't help but wonder what a community could do about situations like hers.
Gregory G. DeShaw
Gregory G. DeShaw, 57, longtime Moses Lake resident passed away Wednesday, April 4, 2012 in Moses Lake. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2 p.m., Thursday, April 12, 2012 at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church with Father Dan Dufner officiating. Please sign the online guestbook at www.kayserschapel.com Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory.
Today in History for Wednesday, April 11th
Report Disputes NJ Gov's Tunnel Project Fears
Othello soccer wins again
Records sixth shut out
GRANDVIEW - Something had to give in the match between the Huskies and Greyhounds when the two undefeated teams in CWAC league competition faced each other Saturday.
Jacks shut out Mustangs
Beat Prosser 2-0
QUINCY - Eduardo Perez and Ray Cabrerro scored a goal each to lead Quincy to a 2-0 win over Prosser in CWAC soccer action Saturday.
Anti-gang group, gang argue in Quincy
Four people arrested
QUINCY - Quincy Police responded to separate instances of gang members clashing with members of an anti-gangs group.
Tickets still available for tonight's cooking show
Features specialized recipes, prizes
MOSES LAKE - Tickets are still available for the Taste of Home Cooking School tonight.
Quincy baseball splits with Wapato
Takes game two
WAPATO - Quincy hit the road Saturday looking to extend its two game winning streak as the team took on Wapato in twin bill action.
Woman Charged With Faking Cancer for Wedding
The Fishin' Magician: This year at Banks Lake
I know that walleye and bass anglers are curious about what will be happening at Banks Lake this year, so I checked in with the folks at Coulee Playland to get their take on it. Lou here had some good advice. One primary thing to consider is that all the weedbeds were killed off when the lake dropped 30 feet last year.
County commissioners choose emergency management chief
EPHRATA – Grant County Commissioners have announced the selection of Dr. Robert J. Schneider as the new Director of Grant County Emergency Management.
Delbert Tebow
Loved by some, respected by more, and missed by all..... Delbert Tebow passed away April 8, 2012 at his home. He was born in Lamont, Oklahoma July 17, 1926, the third son of Donald and Katherine. His mother died when he was three and was raised by his step mom, though he always thought of her as "mom". Delbert grew up on the family farm in Lamont and graduated from high school there. Shortly after graduation he enlisted in the army air corps where he served as a mechanic on B17 aircraft until his honorable discharge in 1945. He worked on the custom harvest up through the Midwest eventually settling in western Kansas where he worked on a registered Herford ranch. It was in Ulysses that he met his sweetheart, Louzena Wingerd. They were married in 1951 and celebrated their first anniversary with the birth of their first son, Delbert Eugene. Their second son, Robert, was born in November of 1953 but passed away the following March. November of 1954 brought the arrival of twin boys, Ronnie and Lonnie. In 1958 Delbert and Louzena packed up their young family and moved to Washington state. Two years later in 1960 they were blessed with a daughter, Susan.
David Ridgway
David was born August 12, 1962 Hahn Air Force Base, Germany, and passed away March 29, 2012 in Moses Lake. He moved with his family as a toddler to Moses Lake, and attended public school.
Six vie for Distinguished Young Woman title
Event is April 21
MOSES LAKE - Six Moses Lake teens compete for the Distinguished Young Woman title during an April 21 event, starting at 7 p.m., at Moses Lake High School.
Titanic Memorial Cruise to Visit Grave Site
Vehicle rolls on state Route 282 near Ephrata
Ephrata woman injured
EPHRATA - An Ephrata woman was reportedly injured when her vehicle left the road and rolled on state Route 282, about three miles east of Ephrata.
Tuesday, April 10
Grant County Fire District 10 has established a list of surplus equipment.
1997 Chevrolet Tahoe, 1982 Spartan/Western States pumper, 600 gallon poly tank, surplus hose various sizes, light bars and misc. office equipment. A complete list with bid minimums, special instructions and restrictions can be requested at (509) 346-2658.
SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE
The Royal City Transportation Benefit District will meet at 6 pm on Tuesday, April 17, 2012, at City Hall, 445 Camelia Street NE, Royal City, WA. The public is welcome and encouraged to attend.
SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE
The Royal City Transportation Benefit District will meet at 6 pm on Tuesday, April 17, 2012, at City Hall, 445 Camelia Street NE, Royal City, WA. The public is welcome and encouraged to attend.
Grant County Fire District 11 has established a list of surplus equipment.
1971 Peterbilt water truck, military truck bed, 16" light truck tires, 20" truck tires with wheels, used fire hose various sizes. A complete list with bid minimums, special instructions and restrictions can be requested at (509) 346-2658.
Grant County Fire District 10 has established a list of surplus equipment.
1997 Chevrolet Tahoe, 1982 Spartan/Western States pumper, 600 gallon poly tank, surplus hose various sizes, light bars and misc. office equipment. A complete list with bid minimums, special instructions and restrictions can be requested at (509) 346-2658.
Grant County Fire District 11 has established a list of surplus equipment.
1971 Peterbilt water truck, military truck bed, 16" light truck tires, 20" truck tires with wheels, used fire hose various sizes. A complete list with bid minimums, special instructions and restrictions can be requested at (509) 346-2658.
Moses Lake couple provides quilts of comfort
MOSES LAKE - When it seems cancer has left someone with nothing, sometimes a gift as simple as a quilt can mean everything.
Chiefs beats Davis in overtime
Maintain hold on first place
MOSES LAKE - It took two minutes into the second overtime period before the match between Moses Lake and Davis was settled Saturday at Lions Field.
Cantwell touts Export-Import Bank
Visits Moses Lake's Sonico
MOSES LAKE - Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Wash., stopped at the Moses Lake airplane repair station Sonico to tout the benefits of the U.S. Export-Import Bank.
Today in History for Tuesday, April 10th
Ephrata Easter egg hunt attracts about 200
Plastic eggs reused
EPHRATA - With her two sons, and alongside about 200 other people, Melissa Horton awaited the start of Ephrata's community Easter egg hunt Saturday.
Paleo Indians topic of historical society
EPHRATA - The history of the Paleo Indians, who inhabited the Warden area of Grant County, will be featured at the next monthly meeting of the Grant County Historical Society.
7th Grader: Bus Driver Making 'Weird Noise'
County resident dies of Hantavirus
Last death in Grant County in 2005
MOSES LAKE - A Grant County woman in her 30s died from exposure to Hantavirus, according to the Grant County Health District on Friday.
Task force arrests 13 felons
Includes Columbia Basin law enforcement officers
EPHRATA - Grant County law enforcement helped catch 13 wanted felons recently.
COLLEGE SOFTBALL: 04/10 Spokane 1 @ BBCC 5 (1)
Boys and girls track have good outing
Compete against 20 teams
YAKIMA - Edward Ransom took first (11.48) in the 100 meter dash, and sister Diamond finished third (13.25) to help lead the Chiefs to a strong showing at the 86th annual Davis Invite Saturday.
Seawel, Couch, Douglas winners at Saturday's DA competition
DESERT AIRE - Tim Seawel, Larry Couch and Richard Douglas teamed for a score of 127 to win Saturday's men's club competition at Desert Aire Golf Course.
Required boater educator course offered
EPHRATA - The Grant County Sheriff's Office Marine Program will host a boater education course from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. on Saturday April 14, at the Grant County Public Works meeting room, 124 Enterprise St. SE, Ephrata.
Small business hazardous waste collection scheduled
MOSES LAKE - Businesses and agencies that generate small amounts of hazardous waste will have a disposal opportunity on Friday, May 11 in the parking lot at the Moses Lake Surf n' Slide Waterpark.
Man Charged in Large-scale 'Sextortion' Case
Royal City gang member serving six years
Judge, prosecutor disagree on sentence
EPHRATA - A Royal City man is serving more than six years in prison for a string of gang-related crimes.
Md. Lotto Winners Worked in School System
Monday, April 9
SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON
IN RE THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE: WAUNETA VIOLET HELVY, Deceased.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: Lot 8, Knolls Vista Seventeenth Addition
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: Lot 4, Blk 1, Glenmoor Reach 1 Major Plat
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: LOT 29, BLK 7, GRANDVIEW HEIGHTS REPLAT
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: LOT 12, BLK 4, WILD GOOSE TRACTS PH 2
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: Lot 2, Lakeview Crest SP#2 Amended
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: Lot 5, Blk 1, Sage Vista Major Plat, County, WA
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: Lt 4, Willow Crest Est Ph2
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: LT 4, DESERT VIEW ACRES PHASE #2
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: Lot 4, Blk 3, Westlake Shores Phase III
Notice of Application & Proposed DNS
Notice is hereby given that a Grading Permit and SEPA Checklist were received by Grant County on 3/9/12 from the Port of Moses Lake, (Designated Contact: Corley McFarland, Precision Approach Engineering, 119 Grand Ave, STE D, Bellingham, WA 98225); and were found to be technically complete on 4/3/12.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: LOT 5, BLK 3, PARADISE FLATS PH 2
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: Lot 55, Bennett Addition, Grant County, WA
BBCC baseball ends losing streak
Splits with Blue Mountain
MOSES LAKE - The Vikings put a much needed W in the win column and ended a three game losing streak with a 7-1 victory over Blue Mountain Saturday.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: LT 17 and PTN NENE 16-19-28
Cold Train partners with Tacoma trucking company
Trucks intermodal containers from Quincy
QUINCY - Cold Train and the Tacoma-based Interstate Distributor Co. now offer a trucking service from the Port of Quincy to Washington state destinations.
Return to competition good for Royal Dance Team
ROYAL CITY - The Royal High School Dance Team returned to competition this year, after not having been involved since the 1990s, and found success on and off the floor.
Today in History for Monday, April 9th
Police: 2 Suspects Arrested in Oklahoma Shooting
Fish, Greens Grow in Old Meat-packing Plant
Pope Marks Easter, Calls to End Syria Violence
Warnick legislation creating 4-H license plates becomes law
OLYMPIA - Gov. Christine Gregoire has signed into law a bill sponsored by Rep. Judy Warnick to create license plates for the statewide 4-H program.
Wild to wear No. 24 to support Rumble
WENATCHEE - The Wenatchee Wild will wear No. 24 on their helmets during the Robertson Cup playoffs in a show of support for Chris Rumble.
Grant County school districts receive grants
Pays for travel to workshops on Common Core State Standards
MOSES LAKE - Four Grant County School Districts received grants to help them implement the state's Common Core State Standards.
The Fishin' Magician: Coming Soon
There are some free events coming up this month that anglers won't want to miss. The first ones are the free kids fishing events. The City of Rock Island once again is welcoming anglers under the age of 15 and their families to come down and enjoy the trout fishing at the Pit Pond.
New meat processing co-operative organized
ODESSA – The Cattle Producers of Washington Livestock Processors Cooperative Association is organized and will be ready to go as soon as its new slaughter house is ready.
Royal nips Wahluke, 2-1, and takes over second place
ROYAL CITY - Royal rebounded from a loss to Highland a week earlier to upend defending state champ Wahluke, 2-1, on Saturday in South Central A Conference soccer at Royal.
Sunday, April 8
Allied Arts holds soiree
Raises money for next year's performances
MOSES LAKE - Get ready for food, drinks and art.
Grant PUD doesn't oppose Crescent Bar injunction
Expected move lets islanders stay temporarily
EPHRATA — A Grant County PUD spokesperson stated Friday a preliminary federal injunction concerning Crescent Bar Island was expected by the district.
Cause of fatal fire under investigation
MOSES LAKE - The victim of a Mar. 18 house fire died from smoke inhalation, and the cause of the fire is undetermined, Grant County Sheriff Tom Jones announced last Thursday.
BBCC baseball looks to end skid
MOSES LAKE - The Vikings are seeking to end their three-game losing streak when the team hosts Blue Mountain Community College in doubleheader action Saturday.
Columbia Basin Herald announces new editor
Business reporter Lynne Lynch promoted
MOSES LAKE - Lynne Lynch is the new managing editor of the Columbia Basin Herald.
Earney named deputy of the year
EPHRATA - Grant County Sheriff's Deputy Mike Earney was selected as deputy sheriff of the year by the Grant County Deputy Sheriff's Association.
Sheriff's posse sets play days
EPHRATA – If you enjoy horses and horseback riding, the Grant County Sheriff's Posse has planned some events just for you.
Ambulance fund remains solvent in 2011
Council hears year end report
MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Ambulance Fund stayed solvent coming out of 2011, although a positive cash balance declined in the first quarter of this year.
Saturday, April 7
The Home Center celebrates 43 years
Locations in Moses Lake, Ephrata
MOSES LAKE - The Home Center furniture stores celebrated 43 years of business in March.
Crescent Bar ladies start new golf season
CRESCENT BAR – Although the Crescent Bar Ladies will play all of April, they have scheduled their official kickoff breakfast for May 8 at 9 a.m.
Now is the time to purchase a new fishing license
The Washington fishing license anglers had last Saturday is out of date. They expired at midnight March 31. In order to continue fishing legally, anglers 15 years of age and older must purchase a 2012-13 license. Licenses and permits are available online, by phone, at 1-866-246-9453, and from sporting goods stores and other retail license dealers around the state.
Sylvia Frances "Fran" Chapman
Sylvia Frances "Fran" Chapman passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, April 2, 2012 at the age of 88 years old, surrounded by her loved ones. Viewing will be from noon to 5 p.m., Thursday, April 05, 2012 at Kayser's Chapel and from 1:00 to 1:45 p.m. on Friday, April 6th at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Rose Street Chapel. Services will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, April 6th at the Rose Street LDS Chapel. Interment will follow at Guarding Angels Cemetery, 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.
Michael (Mike) Eugene Graffe
Michael (Mike) Eugene Graffe, 64, Soap Lake, WA, passed away Friday, March 30, 2012 at Sacred Heart Hospital in Spokane, WA, after a 3 year battle with congestive heart failure. Mike, the oldest of four living children, was born May 13, 1947 in Shelton, WA, to Robert & Bernice Graffe. He graduated from Ephrata High School in 1966. Mike married Marilyn June Russell on February 28, 1966 in Coeur d'Alene, Id.
PREP SOFTBALL: 04/07 Selah 18 @ Quincy 5 (1)
Mendoza, Sabin set new Wahluke school records
MATTAWA - This will be a bright year for Wahluke in prep track and field if the results of a key invitational last week are an indication.
Chicken killing mule provided food for Slim and his brother
Seldom does a mule provide as valuable as one Slim and his brother used to help George Horner during harvest. Read on.
Business After Hours
Emily Braunwart, of Grant County Economic Development Council visits with a group during a Business After Hours event at the Port of Quincy March 22.
Fresh News From MarDon: Spring is in the air
MARDON RESORT - As mid-April rapidly approaches, spring is in the air. We are enjoying having some kiddos here at the resort this week with some schools having spring break. We have seen some nice trout from some of the April 1 opening lakes.
Paleo Indians topic of historical society
EPHRATA – The history of the Paleo Indians, who inhabited the Warden area of Grant County, will be featured at the next monthly meeting of the Grant County Historical Society.
Hazardous incident near George handled quickly
GEORGE - Firefighters responded to a hazardous materials incident which involved a fire near State Hwy 281 and County Road 1 NW near George on Thursday.
PREP SOFTBALL: 04/07 Selah 15 @ Quincy 0 (2)
Friday, April 6
PUBLIC NOTICE
The PORT OF MOSES LAKE has established a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program in accordance with regulations of the U.S. Department of Transportation, 49 CFR Part 26.
Easter egg hunt set for Saturday
GEORGE – The annual Easter egg hunt for the George community will be held this Saturday, April 7.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEES SALE
LOT 1, BLOCK 2, SAGE VISTA MAJOR PLAT, AS PER PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 22 OF PLATS, PAGES 9 THROUGH 12, RECORDS OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON. Tax Parcel No: 11-0993-509, commonly known as 605 NORTH PENNSYLVANIA STREET , MOSES LAKE, WA.
SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON
IN RE THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE: OPAL LOUISE JORDAN, Deceased.
County Republican Convention this Saturday
MOSES LAKE - The next big item on the Grant County Republican calendar is the county convention on Saturday, April 7.
Grant County kids hop into Easter with egg hunts
Offer kids eggs, prizes
MOSES LAKE - It's time for kids to grab a basket and make like the Easter Bunny as they prowl for hidden eggs on Saturday.
County hires new emergency management director
EPHRATA - The Grant County Board of Commissioners selected Dr. Robert Schneider as the new director of Grant County Emergency Management.
Moses Lake soccer beats Walla Walla
Take over first place
MOSES LAKE - Jonny Cortez had two goals and Luis Jimenez and A.J. Montes added one each as the Chiefs beat Walla Walla 4-1 at Lions Field Tuesday.
Two from Royal honored by ESD
ROYAL CITY - Two members of the Royal School District educational staff were recognized at the North Central Educational Services District Grant County Excellence Banquet at Moses Lake on March 27.
Today in History, Friday, April 6th
US Economy Adds 120K Jobs, Jobless Rate at 8.2%
Quincy officials ask for tax increase
Would go to fund law enforcement
QUINCY - Quincy officials want a sales tax increase aimed at funding law enforcement on the ballot in November's election.
Yahoo!'s job cuts won't affect Quincy
2,000 positions reduced
QUINCY - Yahoo!'s roughly 2,000 job cuts announced Wednesday won't affect its Quincy data center.
Man Rescued From Burning Car
SOAP LAKE NAME CHANGE
Reader supports change
Moses Lake Baseball drops game to Eastmont
Lose 6-5
WENATCEE - The Chiefs hit the road Tuesday looking to get back on track with a non-league win against the Wildcats.
The Fishin' Magician: Weather woes
Largely due to poor weather conditions the turnout for the April Fools opener was very low this year and the catch rates were low as well. No one was observed fishing the Pillar-Widgeon Chain of lakes, and those who tried the Hamptons and Teals had disappointing results. The catch rate was less than two fish per angler on average. The size of the fish taken was big, though, with most fish ranging size from 14 to 18 inches.
LIVESTOCK SHOW
Reader thanks organizers
Congress and inside trading
Much like state lawmakers who heralded their ethics reform package last year, Congress is heaping great praise on itself for passing a law banning insider trading and bringing more light to the financial transactions of federally elected officials.
Obama and the Supreme Court
Borrowing a line from conservative critics of the judiciary, President Barack Obama declared that the Supreme Court would be engaging in "judicial activism" if it threw out the 2010 healthcare reform law. Responding to a question at a news conference recently, Obama said it would be "an unprecedented, extraordinary step" if the court overturned "a law that was passed by a strong majority of a democratically elected Congress." He added that such a move would be a good example of the lack of judicial restraint that conservative commentators have bemoaned for years.
Chiefs fifth at Apple Tree
Take third at Three Lakes
YAKIMA - Moses Lake boys golf fared well on the links this week. The team placed fifth out of 22 teams at The Lee Dolquist Invitational at Apple Tree Golf Course Tuesday, and took third at The Jack Barnes Invite in Wenatchee Monday.
Zoo Atlanta Lets Visitors Feed the Exotic Animal
Reader discusses upcoming election
GUEST EDITORIAL
Candidate proposes stronger Lt. Governor role
Finkbeiner campaigns against gridlock
MOSES LAKE - Bill Finkbeiner, a Republican candidate for lieutenant governor of Washington, believes whoever holds the role should be more engaged in ending partisan gridlock.
Lease signed for new Cattle Producers' slaughter house
MOSES LAKE – A new slaughter house will likely be on everyone's mind when the Cattle Producers of Washington has its monthly general meeting here on April 11.
Soap Lake to re-launch hydroplane races
Council accepts event application
SOAP LAKE - Soap Lake city officials are supporting efforts to get a boat race back on the water for the first time in decades.
Arizona's immigration law
The U.S. Supreme Court should strike down four troubling provisions of Arizona's anti-illegal-immigration law. They conflict with federal laws and shouldn't become models for states grappling with illegal immigration.
Spring camping on the agenda
This is the first of a two-part series about preparing a travel trailer for spring camping.
Thursday, April 5
City of Moses Lake
Notice of Application and Public Hearing
NOTICE: ANNOUNCEMENT OF AVAILABILITY OF APPLICATION
Marlin Hutterian Brethren has applied for a State Waste Discharge Permit (SWDP) in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 90.48 Revised Code of Washington (RCW), Chapter 173-216 Washington Administrative Code (WAC).
NOTICE: ANNOUNCEMENT OF AVAILABILITY OF APPLICATION
Warden Hutterian Brethren has applied for a State Waste Discharge Permit (SWDP) in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 90.48 Revised Code of Washington (RCW), Chapter 173-216 Washington Administrative Code (WAC).
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON
In the Matter of the Estate of IVA LAVONNE PRYOR, Deceased.
CONCURRENT NOTICE
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT ON THE ENVIRONMENT
Grant County Fire District 10 has established a list of surplus equipment.
1997 Chevrolet Tahoe, 1982 Spartan/Western States pumper, 600 gallon poly tank, surplus hose various sizes, light bars and misc. office equipment. A complete list with bid minimums, special instructions and restrictions can be requested at (509) 346-2658.
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON
In the Matter of the Estate Of DEBRA J. HOYEZ, Deceased.
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 April 25, 2012 for Supplying Distribution Transformers as more fully described in Contract Documents 170-3394.
Grant County Fire District 11 has established a list of surplus equipment.
1971 Peterbilt water truck, military truck bed, 16" light truck tires, 20" truck tires with wheels, used fire hose various sizes. A complete list with bid minimums, special instructions and restrictions can be requested at (509) 346-2658.
Deputies bust alleged illegal scrap yard
QUINCY - Grant County Sheriff's Deputies reportedly found stolen metal and a marijuana growing operation at an alleged illegal scrap yard near Quincy.
Garden plots still open
ROYAL CITY - If you're interested in gardening and saving on foods costs during summer and fall, there's a place for you in Royal City's Community Garden.
Health district investigates whooping cough case
MOSES LAKE - The Grant County Health District confirmed a case of pertussis (whooping cough) in an adult who spent time at Sage Point Elementary School on March 22 and 23.
PUD boundary hearing set for Monday
MOSES LAKE - Grant County PUD officials set a second boundary change hearing for 6:30 p.m., Monday, to attract more members of the public.
Alice Parker honored by Family Farm Alliance
ROYAL CITY - Columbia Basin farm water advocate Alice Parker was honored by the Family Farm Alliance with its John Keys III Memorial Award.
Raymond Edward Jenkins
Jenkins, Raymond Edward (62) passed away at home with his family on March 25th, at 2:55 P.M. He is survived by his wife, of 35 years, Glenda; his three sisters, Shirley (Ron) Betournay, Connie (Ken) Brittain and Terri Jenkins and Chris Artz; five sons, Derek (Jessica), Aaron (Winter), Deron, Jaron (Amy), Jarek and a chosen son Jerry (Eleda) Najera; along with eleven grandchildren, Auston, Sydney, Ashton, Aidon, Martin, Dillon, Colby, Caden, Erien, Isabella and Wyatt. Raymond was born January 29, 1950 in Boulder, Colorado to LaVerne Edward and Helen Mae (Dirkes) Jenkins.
Students Angry Over Course Prices Pepper-sprayed
Sushi Suspected in Salmonella Outbreak
Alleged Mass Shooter in Oakland Appears in Court
Today in History, Thursday, April 5th
Grant County paying $44,000 for public records suit
EPHRATA - Grant County is paying $44,221 for withholding public records from a former employee.
Cause of fatal fire under investigation
MOSES LAKE - The victim of a Mar. 18 house fire died from smoke inhalation, and the cause of the fire is undetermined, Grant County Sheriff Tom Jones announced last Thursday.
Two men stabbed, refuse to give details
MOSES LAKE - Two men who reported being assaulted in separate Grant County incidents both refused to provide details to police.
Wednesday, April 4
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY
In the Welfare of: CALEB G. CLARKE-HUGHES, DOB: 02/21/2010
NOTICE AND SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION (TERMINATION)
In the Welfare of: CALEB G. CLARKE-HUGHES, DOB: 02/21/2010, Minor Child TO: SHARA CLARKE; and anyone claiming a parental interest;
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY
POTHOLES RESERVOIR GOLF RESORT
NOTICE TO FUEL SUPPLIERS
Sealed bids plainly marked "Motor Fuel Bid for, 2012 and 2013" will be received by Moses Lake School District, at the Administration Office, 920 W. Ivy Ave, Moses Lake, Washington 98837, until 1:00 P.M., April 18, 2012
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY
POTHOLES RESERVOIR GOLF RESORT, LLC, a Washington limited liability company, RAY and DOREEN WARDENAAR, husband and wife, KARL and DARLYNE KRIEG, husband and wife, Plaintiffs, vs. GOLF SAVINGS BANK, a Washington organized bank, Defendant.
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD April 16, 2012 at 1:30 p.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata, WA regarding a budget extension request
NOTICE TO FUEL SUPPLIERS
Sealed bids plainly marked "Motor Fuel Bid for, 2012 and 2013" will be received by Moses Lake School District, at the Administration Office, 920 W. Ivy Ave, Moses Lake, Washington 98837, until 1:00 P.M., April 18, 2012 and will then and there be opened and publicly read for supplying the specified materials.
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD April 16, 2012 at 1:30 p.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata, WA regarding a budget extension request in the amount of $125,649.63 to the Grant County Museum Insurance Recovery to receive insurance funds for a destroyed building at the Museum.
Moses Lake girls take fourth at meet
Nielsen sets another PR
KENNEWICK - Junior Sadie Nielsen set a personal record for the second week in a row.
Grant PUD doesn't oppose Crescent Bar injunction
Expected move lets islanders stay temporarily
EPHRATA - A Grant County PUD spokesperson stated Friday a preliminary federal injunction concerning Crescent Bar Island was expected by the district.
Today in History, Wednesday, April 4th
Kayronne R. Brickey
Kayronne R. Brickey, 72, longtime Royal Slope resident died Sunday, March 25, 2012 in Columbia Crest Care and Rehab Center in Moses Lake. She was born October 5, 1939 in Dickinson, North Dakota to Ray and Edith M. (Bacon) Copper.
Crescent Bar off-island rec planning unveiled
Plans not finalized
EPHRATA - About four people shared their concerns Monday about Grant County PUD's off-island recreation planning for Crescent Bar.
Warden soccer blanks Oroville
Camacho scores four times
OROVILLE - Hector Camacho had four first half goals, and Oswaldo Ramirez added two more to lead Warden to an 8-0 road win over Oroville Saturday.
Moses Lake school bus involved in collision
MOSES LAKE - No injuries were reported after a Moses Lake school bus transporting students was reportedly hit by an oncoming vehicle.
Oregon county looking to a sales tax to bail it out
Oregonians loathe a sales tax about as much as Washingtonians detest an income tax. Knowing that, why would Curry County commissioners put a 3 percent sales tax on the ballot later this year?
Man sentenced for allegedly pointing gun at investigator
Victim was watching different house
EPHRATA - A Soap Lake man accusing of holding a private investigator at gun point was sentenced.
Mother: Fatal Police Shooting 'Ruined My Life'
Chiefs baseball drops league openers
Lose twin bill to Richland
RICHLAND - Moses Lake was looking to jump out front of the competition in Big Nine baseball with a couple of road wins against Richland last Friday.
Royal nips Wahluke in SCAC soccer
ROYAL CITY - Royal rebounded from a loss to Highland a week earlier to upend defending state champ Wahluke, 2-1, on Saturday in South Central A Conference soccer at Royal.
Soap Lake moves to sanction annual derby
Would allow spring, fall races
SOAP LAKE - Soap Lake Box Derby organizers are raising funds to have the event sanctioned by a national derby racing board.
The Fishin' Magician: What's up in April
April is a busy fishing month. There was the big "April Fools" opener in the Columbia Basin on the 1st of the month, and then the lowland lake general trout season opener at the end of the month. In between there are a couple of kids fishing days. These free annual events bring families together at a local pond.
Crews are optimistic SR 20 could reopen by May
TWISP – A five-man maintenance crew and their collection of snow-clearing equipment headed west up State Route 20, past Mazama, on Monday for the first day of work to clear the North Cascades Highway.
Yahoo Dumping 2,000 Workers in Latest Purge
It's Here: a Car That Also Flies
Watch for work, events on area highways
WENATCHEE – Motorists are advised to be on the lookout for people on works crews and people involved in activities on area highways in the coming days and week, says Jeff Adamson, Washington State Department of Transportation Communications.
Tuesday, April 3
Grant County Fire District 11 has established a list of surplus equipment.
1971 Peterbilt water truck, military truck bed, 16" light truck tires, 20" truck tires with wheels, used fire hose various sizes. A complete list with bid minimums, special instructions and restrictions can be requested at (509) 346-2658.
Grant County Fire District 10 has established a list of surplus equipment.
1997 Chevrolet Tahoe, 1982 Spartan/Western States pumper, 600 gallon poly tank, surplus hose various sizes, light bars and misc. office equipment. A complete list with bid minimums, special instructions and restrictions can be requested at (509) 346-2658.
Grant County Fire District 11 has established a list of surplus equipment.
1971 Peterbilt water truck, military truck bed, 16" light truck tires, 20" truck tires with wheels, used fire hose various sizes. A complete list with bid minimums, special instructions and restrictions can be requested at (509) 346-2658.
LEGAL NOTICE
The Grant County Board of Health will hold a public hearing in the Public Works meeting room at 124 Enterprise St. SE in Ephrata on Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. The purpose of the hearing will be to adopt Ordinance 2012-2, an amendment to the food ordinance. Anyone wishing to comment regarding this matter should appear at the meeting.
NOTICE OF INTENT TO FORFEIT
Abbrev. Legal: That portion of the Southwest quarter of Section 35, Township 18 North, Range 28 East, W.M., Grant County, Washington; AND that portion of Farm Unit 294, Irrigation Block 42, Seventh Revision of Irrigation Block 42, Columbia Basin Project, as per plat thereof filed September 2, 1959, records of Grant County, Washington.
Miss Warden named
Isabelle Wilkinson wins pageant
WARDEN - Isabelle Wilkinson won the 2012 Miss Warden Pageant Saturday night.
Othello soccer beats Ephrata
Still undefeated
EPHRATA - The Tigers had hopes of doing what no other team has done so far this season; knock off the undefeated Huskies when they came to town Saturday.
Warnick legislation creating 4-H license plates becomes law
OLYMPIA – Gov. Christine Gregoire has signed into law a bill sponsored by Rep. Judy Warnick to create license plates for the statewide 4-H program.
Riders challenge weather, themselves
About 100 riders take 80-mile trip
EPHRATA - Cyclists filled the Ephrata High School parking lot, taking bikes from racks and riding through the parking lot Saturday morning.
Closure finally for Dan Toya's loved ones
Memorial set for Tuesday
MOSES LAKE - The uncertainty, worry and despair suffered by Dan Toya's friends and family over the past three months finally gave way to mourning last week.
Othello softball takes two from Grandview
GRANDVIEW - Alyssa Martinez belted two home runs and Daisy Salgado pounded out five hits as Othello cruised to two five-inning road wins against the Greyhounds Saturday.
Barbara Jean Grant
Barbara Jean Grant, 71, a resident of Moses Lake for 51 years, passed away Tuesday morning, March 27, 2012 at home. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, April 7, 2012 at the Immanuel Lutheran Church, Moses Lake. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a note for the family at
Warden boys golf takes first at Sun Tides
Beat three other teams
YAKIMA - It was a wet rainy day at Sun Tides Thursday, but the Cougars didn't let it effect their play.
Chiefs soccer turns back Richland
Beat Bombers 1-0
RICHLAND - The Chiefs picked up a much needed league road win in Richland Saturday with a 1-0 shutout over the Bombers. The victory improves Moses Lake to 3-1 in the Big Nine standings and 5-2 overall.
Vendors Profit From Trayvon Martin Case
Jacks baseball sweeps Toppenish
Take two from Wildcats
QUINCY - Two league wins was just what the doctor ordered for the Jacks to get back in contention as Quincy swept a twin bill from Toppenish Saturday.
Moses Lake boys find success at meet
Finish fourth
KENNEWICK - It was a cold gloomy day at the Southridge Invite Saturday. But the weather conditions didn't dampen the Chiefs efforts as Moses Lake placed fourth at the meet.
George events announced
GEORGE – The George Community Hall Coffee House Concert Series has announced its next three events.
Should Soap Lake be renamed Lake Smokiam?
Amway selects Quincy for ingredient plant
Complements Trout Lake Farms operations
QUINCY - The Port of Quincy and Amway closed a 12-acre land deal Friday which includes an option for 15 more acres.
One Month After Ind. Tornado, School Resumes
Today in History, Tuesday, April 3
7 Dead, 3 Hurt in CA Christian School Shooting
Man reports being stabbed outside home
Few details known
MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake police responded to a reported early-morning stabbing on Marina Drive.
4-H, FFA participants show livestock
Lambs, swine, cattle on display
MOSES LAKE - The sounds of sheep, cows and pigs filled the air Friday afternoon as students prepared to show their animals.
Monday, April 2
Governor recognizes Big Bend students in Olympia
Students receive scholarships, medals
MOSES LAKE - Gov. Chris Gregoire recognized two Big Bend Community College Students last week as among the state's best students in higher education.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: Lt 6 Daoust 2nd Add.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: Lot 50, Block 11, Sunland
SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON
IN RE THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE: WAUNETA VIOLET HELVY, Deceased.
Ordinance No. 2646
An ordinance amending Chapter 18.40 of the Moses Lake Municipal Coded entitled "Industrial Zones"
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: Lot 371, Larson Subdivision, Grant County, WA
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: LTS 24-25 BLK 14 WARDEN HTS.
LEGAL NOTICE
Multi Agency Communications Center is soliciting qualified contractors for their Small Works Roster pursuant to RCW 39.04.115.
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 April 17, 2012 for Supplying Concrete Vaults for Fiber Expansion as more fully described in Contract Documents 170-3387.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: LOT 14 CRAB CREEK ESTATES GT CO ASSESSORS PLAT #2
PUBLIC NOTICE
The April meeting of the Noxious Weed Control Board of Grant County will be held Thursday, April 5, 2012, at 7:00 p.m., at the Bureau of Reclamation Building, 32 "C" Street N.W., Room 321, Ephrata, Washington.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: Lot 26, Peninsula Addition No. 2, Grant County, WA
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: Lots 1 and E20' BLK 3 Bruners Add
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: Tract 161, Battery Orchard Tracts Amended
Families invited to host Japanese students
MOSES LAKE - Sixty-four Japanese students have arrived in Moses Lake and are ready to make a connection with local residents.
Friends open Soap Lake's Sundial Bistro
Credit Gravelles for their help
SOAP LAKE - The Sundial Bistro's soft opening was Friday, from about 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Missing man Dan Toya victim of drowning
MOSES LAKE – Dan Toya, the Moses Lake man reported missing since Dec. 23, was found dead on Monday, March 26, and it appears loyalty to his golden retriever Molly cost him his life.
Indonesia's Shipwrecks Bring Riches, Headaches
Ephrata boys take third at Southridge
Finish 17 strokes off the pace
KENNEWICK - Andrew Whalen shot 70 and Aaron Whalen carded a 78 to help lead Ephrata to a fourth place finish at the Southridge Invitational Wednesday.
Warden has big plans for new vocational building
May begin construction in February 2013
WARDEN - Warden High School's vocational building, built in 1959, is getting a $1 million upgrade thanks to a capital projects levy passed by voters in February.
In Calif.'s `Last Frontier,' an Unsure Future
Today in History for Monday, April 2nd
HeadlineOptions topic of senior meeting
ROYAL CITY - "Options for Us," programs and solutions for older adults, will be discussed at the upcoming meeting of the Royal Slope Senior Citizens.
Chiefs split with Richland
Girls win, boys lose
RICHLAND - Moses Lake boys tennis had a disappointing outing against the Bombers Tuesday as they dropped their match to Richland, 5-2.
Boater educator course offered
EPHRATA – The Grant County Sheriff’s Office Marine Program will host a boater education course from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. on Saturday April 14, at the Grant County Public Works meeting room, 124 Enterprise St. SE, Ephrata.
Raw Video: Dozens Arrested in Moscow Protest
Sunday, April 1
Paty's Second-Hand Store opens Saturday
New Warden business
WARDEN - During her shopping expeditions to second-hand stores and Goodwill, Paty Garza noticed something.
Othello tennis drops match to Ellensburg
OTHELLO - The Huskies tennis teams took one on the chin at home Wednesday as the girls and boy lost their matches to the Bulldogs.
Couch, Weyand, Sciasia, Bunday take Desert Aire men's kick-off
DESERT AIRE - Larry Couch, Tom Weyand, Deborah Sciasia and Ron Bunday combined the efforts to post a 66 and take the Desert Aire Men's Club kickoff scramble on Saturday.
Warden asking residents to conserve water
Restarting well
WARDEN - Warden plans to ask residents to limit lawn watering during April as they work to restart a well.
Pro-Fit owner James Gettings found dead
QUINCY – Grant County Coroner Craig Morrison has determined a man found dead Monday morning, March 26, in Quincy is well-known businessman James Gettings.
Jacks soccer defeats Wapato
QUINCY - Pedro Nunez scored two goals and Daniel Contreras and Omar Alvarado added one each as the Jacks beat the Wolves 4-1 in CWAC soccer action Tuesday. The win improves Quincy to 2-0 in league play and 4-2-1 overall.
No spring fair, but yes to spaceburgers
Moses Lake – There will not be a spring fair this year at the Grant County Fairgrounds, but that's not stopping the Moses Lake Lioness Club from opening is Spaceburger booth and continue to raise funds for cancer research.
Moses Lake says no to rate hike
Issue divides city council
MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake ratepayers have been granted a reprieve from a 2.7 percent hike in water, sewer and stormwater rates this year.
The Fishin' Magician: Columbia Wildlife Refuge and Dry Falls Lake
This weekend will be a busy one in the Columbia Wildlife Refuge, south of Potholes Reservoir. This will be the first opportunity for thousands of anglers to fish the trout and spiny ray lakes that open to fishing on April 1st. I will be visiting these lakes and will be providing reports on how the fishing is on many of them in the early season