Saturday, March 31
Manweller slates campaign kickoff
MOSES LAKE – Dr. Mathew Manweller, Republican candidate for the Washington State Legislature from the 13th District has announced he will hold his campaign kickoff in Moses Lake this Saturday, March 31.
New Miss Warden crowned Saturday
Five girls vie for the title
WARDEN - The next Miss Warden will receive her crown today.
Federal judge orders status quo on Crescent Bar Island
CRESCENT BAR – U.S. District Court Judge Justin Quackenbush of Spokane issued a preliminary injunction Thursday afternoon to maintain the “status quo” on Crescent Bar Island until he lifts it, which he indicated will be after the legal dispute between the island residents and the Grant County PUD is resolved.
Fresh News From MarDon: Fishing and Birdwatching
MARDON RESORT - Bird watchers from all over the Northwest are calling to find out information about the Sandhill Cranes. The 2012 Sandhill Crane Festival has been great for our area and turning many citizens on to that birding potential in the Potholes Recreation Area.
Max James Morley
Max James Morley was born in Anchorage, Alaska on June 18, 1942. Died March 28, 2012 in Moses Lake, Wa. Survived by wife of 45 years Sharon (Shari), son Todd, Maryland, and daughter Yani, Anchorage. His Mother, Gwendolyn J. Morley ,sister Lloydean, Sammamish, Wa, brother Bruce (wife Judy) Juneau, AK and sister, Lynn, Renton, WA. He is also survived by numerous in-laws, nieces and nephews. His father Lloyd A. Morley died in 2000.
Dan K. Toya
Dan K. Toya, a resident of Moses Lake since the mid 1950s, passed away December 23, 2011. A memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 3, 2012 at the Moses Lake Alliance Church, 1100 N. Grape Drive, with Pastor Jody Bowser officiating. 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.
Youth turkey season next weekend
Manweller hosts campaign kickoff in Moses Lake
Candidate for House 13th District
MOSES LAKE - Republican Mathew Manweller, House of Representatives candidate for 13th District, is holding a campaign kickoff in Moses Lake.
How to communicate concern of committee
ROYAL CITY - A school construction bond was not the primary discussion at the March 21 meeting of the Community Communication Committee, according to Royal School District superintendent Rose Search.
James Curtis Gettings
James Curtis Gettings, 46, of Moses Lake, went home to God on March 25, 2012. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, March 31, 2012 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Grape Drive Chapel. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a note for the family at
Dean Spencer Evans
Dean Spencer Evans passed away on March 27, 2012 at Samaritan Hospital after a brief illness. Dean was born on December 16, 1936 to Dean S. Evans Sr. and Lillian F. Evans in Thermopolis, WY. He was preceded in death by his father Dean in 1941 and his mother Lillian in 1996. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Lenora A. Evans, daughter DeAnn Scanlan of Ephrata, son Dean Evans III of Moses Lake, daughter Dawn Prince of Ephrata, daughter Carol Ruele of Twin Falls, ID and brother Donald Evans of Port Angeles, WA. He is also grandfather to 14 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
Othello refuses to lose
Shuts out Prosser
OTHELLO - The Huskies soccer team remains undefeated with a 4-0 shut out victory over Prosser at home Tuesday.
Maj. Gen. Richardson; a chaplain using humor
On March 2, my wife, Garnet, and I traveled to Fairchild Air Force Base for lunch. This wasn't just any ordinary lunch, but, rather, 92d Air Refueling Wing 2012 National Prayer Luncheon.
Friday, March 30
PUBLIC NOTICE INFORMATION
Personnel of Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County, WA
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
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR WHATCOM COUNTY
In the Matter of the Estate of MARY JANE VELASQUEZ, Deceased, VENANCIO VELASQUEZ-PINA and AMANDA VELASQUEZ, Co-Administrators.
PUBLIC NOTICE INFORMATION
Personnel of Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County, WA with estimated project cost over $25,000 related to RCW 39.04.020
LEGAL NOTICE
Environmental Assessment for rangeland grasshopper/Mormon cricket suppression is available for review at USDA, APHIS, PPQ, 222 N. Havana Spokane, WA 99202.
Students take robot to Seattle competition
Teaches students about science, engineering, technology
MOSES LAKE - Instead of traveling to Seattle this weekend to participate in a sports competition, a group of Moses Lake students let their robot compete for them.
Moses Lake girls fare well at track invite
Neilsen, relay team break records
MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake girls track and field team took third at the Ray Cross Invitational Track Meet.
Budgetary courage
Months ago many in his party were clamoring for Rep. Paul Ryan, R-Wis., to jump into the presidential race. But he knew that the job he already had as chairman of the House Budget Committee was just as critical to the nation's future.
Othello residents raise concerns about new district
Could increase registration fees
OTHELLO - Several Othello residents opposed establishing a new taxing district aimed at funding street repairs.
World's Busiest Airport Getting Busier
Rule of law
If there's a single outcome that will show that the United States succeeded in its military mission to Afghanistan, it will be that the rule of law has been established.
Juan Rodriguez Torres
Juan Rodriguez Torres of Quincy, Washington passed on the 22 day of March 2012 in Olympia, Washington. He was born in Robstown, Texas on December 8,1947 to Secundino and Aurelia Torres. Juan was the fifth of nine children. He was a resident of Qunicy for 50 years and worked for National Frozen Food (Columbia Foods). He married Natalie Castro Hernandez July 15, 1965 whom he is survived by along with his three children: Anita Torres Dilley of Moses Lake and her Husband Jeff Dilley, Maria Elaine Torres of Orange Grove, TX, Juan Torres of Quincy, five grandchildren: Joshua Gibson, Jennie Gibson, Joseph Gibson and his wife Virginia, Christie Alanis, Mercades Torres, three great-grandchildren, his four sisters: Susana Corral, Lydia Torres, Cristoval Sandoval, Aurelia Torres and three brothers: Secundino Torres Jr., Jesus Torres, Francisco Torres.
TEA PARTY RALLY
Reader invites community to attend
CROSS WALKS
Reader dismayed by cross walk removal
The life of a wolf
Wolves are again living in Washington State. At the present time, there are no federal or state plans to reintroduce the animals into the state.
MLIRD employees join Teamsters
In negotiations
MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District employees joined the Teamsters Union.
Grant EDC director to retire
EPHRATA - Terry Brewer is set to retire as executive director of the Grant County Economic Development Council on May 15.
Raw Video: Batman Pulled Over
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.
Moses Lake tribal casino likely not in the cards
Council members play down possibility
MOSES LAKE - A tribal casino in Moses Lake is on a list of projects that could be made possible by settlement funds received by Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation.
Password privacy
It has become fairly standard for employers to view the social media sites of prospective workers in order to learn more about them.
Today in History for Friday, March 30th
Dorothy Ann Flint
Dorothy Ann Flint, age 68, longtime Moses Lake resident died in her home in Moses Lake, WA on March 27, 2012. She went with the Lord peacefully in her sleep.
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.
Agnes V. Smith
Agnes V. Smith, 71, a resident of Moses Lake since 1957 went to join her heavenly Father on Monday, March 26, 2012. She was most recently staying at Columbia Crest Care Center. A combined memorial service for Agnes and Kenneth Smith will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, March 30, 2012 at the First Baptist Church, 724 W. 4th Avenue, Moses Lake, Washington 98837. Private interment will be at Leavenworth. 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.
Fine Overturned Against VaTech Over Warning
PREP SOFTBALL: 03/30 Richland 15 @ MLHS 2 (1)
Insurance exchange: paying more for less
The Fishin' Magician: April Fools Opener
Monday April 1st is the Annual "April Fools Opener", with a couple dozen lakes becoming available to anglers in the Columbia Wildlife Refuge. This region is dotted with lakes that are spread across the high desert from Potholes Reservoir down to Othello. Many of the lakes are managed for trout and offer great fishing in the spring, whole others are excellent spiny ray fisheries.
GOVERNMENT
Reader concerned by recent 'decrees'
MLIRD selects Harold Moberg as new attorney
Offers six-month trial period
MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District Board of Directors selected Harold Moberg as its new attorney.
Thursday, March 29
NOTICE OF ISSUANCE
Grant County has issued a Mitigated Determination of Non-Significance (MDNS) under the State Environmental Policy Act Rules (WAC Chapter 197-11) for the following project: A Conditional Use Permit to enable the development of a surface mine and mineral extraction operation site on an approximately 84.40-acre parcel in the Rural Remote zoning district of Grant County.
City of Connell, Washington
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Connell will conduct the following PUBLIC HEARING on Wednesday April 4, 2012 at 6:00 pm, or shortly thereafter, in the Connell City Hall located at 104 E. Adams Street, Connell, Washington relating to the Cannabis Collective Gardens Moratorium:
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 Application Proposed DNS
Notice is hereby given that a Building Permit and SEPA Checklist were received by Grant County on 3/8/12 from LA Storages, LLC, (Designated Contact: Jamie Washburn, Teton West of WA, 5802 N Industrial Way - Suite A, Pasco, WA 99301); and were found to be technically complete on 3/20/12
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR FRANKLIN COUNTY
In the Matter of the Estate of: STEVEN S. WILSON, Deceased.
CITY OF KAHLOTUS
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF KAHLOTUS AMENDING THE CITY MUNICIPAL CODE AS IT RELATES TO THE WATER PASSED by the City Council of the City of Kahlotus AND APPROVED by the Mayor this 21st. day of March 2012.
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF FRANKLIN
LOT 6, EXCEPT THE SOUTH 30 FEET THEREOF AND THE SOUTH 15 FEET OF LOT 5, BLOCK 1, NORTH LUCAS ADDITION, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME C OF PLATS, PAGE 4, RECORDS OF FRANKLIN COUNTY, WASHINGTON.
REQUEST FOR BIDS
Sealed bids will be received by the undersigned at the office of City of Mesa, 103 Franklin, Mesa, WA 99343, until 11:00 a.m., on April 19, 2012, for May Ave. Improvements. At that time all bids will be opened and read aloud.
Othello-area veterans remembered
Warden, Royal City, Connell included
OTHELLO - A memorial service was held for 53 Othello-area veterans who didn't receive funeral services.
Chiefs baseball knocks off Eastmont
MOSES LAKE - The Wildcats strolled into Moses Lake yesterday looking to steal a road win from the Chiefs. But the home team had another thing in mind as they sent Eastmont sent home with a 6-3 loss.
Missing Moses Lake man's body found
Sheriff's report says likely Dan Toya
MOSES LAKE - Dan Toya's body is likely the body found by the Grant County Sheriff's Office Monday.
Grant County commissioner districts proposed
Changes affect Moses Lake, Ephrata, southern Grant County
EPHRATA - People have about a week to submit comments before commissioners approve the new district boundaries.
Today in History for Thursday, March 29th
Warden softball defeats River View
WARDEN - Iris Rodriguez hit two home runs and had 4 RBI to lead the Cougars to a 9-1 win over River View Monday. Rodriguez was also the winning pitcher for Warden. She struck out eight Panthers, gave up just three hits and walked two batters.
Cougar boys finish in top 10
GRANDVIEW - Four Cougar golfers broke 100 at the Grandview Invitational at Black Rock Golf Course Monday, which was good enough to land Warden in 10th place out of 22 schools that participated.
Two men caught allegedly stealing – by the sheriff
EPHRATA – Two area men were arrested the night of March 20 after being caught almost accidentally by Sheriff Tom Jones while they were allegedly stealing metal from a remote farm.
Carolyn V. Edwards
Carolyn V. Edwards, our beautiful, kind and gracious wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend was welcomed into Heaven on Monday, March 26, 2012 her loving family at her side. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a note for the family at
Sage Point earns second place in math competition
Heads to state competition in May
MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake students flexed their brains during a math competition last week.
Othello soccer remains unbeaten
OTHELLO - Jorge Campos scored two goals and Enrique Romero added another to lead the Huskies to a 3-0 shutout win over Selah Saturday.
Brains! London Exhibit Looks Inside Skulls
Fla. Teen Gets Life for Murdering U.K. Tourists
Coroner confirms body that of Toya
MOSES LAKE - The body of a man found in Potholes Reservoir Monday has been confirmed to be that of Dan Toya.
Huskies place ninth at Grandview Invite
GRANDVIEW - The Othello boys golf team did not have the best outing on the links Monday as the Huskies finished 53 strokes off the pace at the Grandview Invitational with a score of 366.
Angry Spaniards Strike Over Labour Reforms
Soap Lake approves sewer rate increase
Residual $2.50 hike
SOAP LAKE - Soap Lake rate payers will see a $2.50 bump on their monthly utility bill after council approved a residual sewer rate hike.
Wednesday, March 28
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. Any interested persons may appear regarding these matters.
SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE #720
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WARDEN HAS ADOPTED AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING A MORATORIUM ON THE ESTABLISHMENT OF MEDICAL MARIJUANA COLLECTIVE GARDENS, DEFINING "MEDICAL MARIJUANA COLLECTIVE GARDENS"
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY
In the Welfare of: CALEB G. CLARKE-HUGHES, DOB: 02/21/2010, Minor Child.
PUBLIC NOTICE
The East Columbia Basin Irrigation District will be making aquatic herbicide treatments beginning in May 2012 and continuing through the end of the 2012 irrigation season.
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY
TO: CREDITORS AND OTHER PARTIES IN INTEREST:
Samaritan doctors express frustration at meeting
Staffing, hospitalists, communication discussed
MOSES LAKE - Tension over staffing, hospitalists and communication with administration at Samaritan Healthcare dominated the hospital's Board of Commissioners meeting last week.
Today in History for Wednesday, March 28th
Huskies softball wins three, loses one
OTHELLO - The Huskies look to be in mid-season form as the team swept a twin bill against Toppenish Friday, and split a doubleheader with Colville Saturday.
Mildred R. Mishler
Mildred R. Mishler was born in Gage, Oklahoma, October 10, 1927. She passed away March 23, 2012 at the age of 84.
Deputies investigate Quincy man's death
EPHRATA - Grant County Sheriff's Deputies are investigating the death of a man near Quincy.
Snow Plow Driver, Wife Charged in Vt Woman Death
Soap Lake prospects hang on new revenues
Gravelle gives 'state of city' address
SOAP LAKE - The city of Soap Lake will decrease crime rates, fix crumbling streets and heal a multitude of other problems over the next few years.
Boys track takes sixth at Ephrata
EPHRATA - It was a good day for Moses Lake boys track Saturday as the Chiefs finished sixth out of 21 teams at the Ray Cross Invite in Ephrata .
Blood drawing set for March 29
ROYAL CITY - A blood drawing has been set for Thursday, March 29, at the Royal High School gym from 1-6 p.m.
Tigers tennis corrals Tonasket
EPHRATA - Ephrata boys and girls tennis made quick work out of the Tonasket Tigers Saturday, taking nine of 10 matches.
Grant County PUD talks district boundary changes
Hearing reset; no decisions
EPHRATA - Only one person attended Grant PUD's public hearing about proposed changed to its commissioner district boundaries Monday.
Mike 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.
The Fishin' Magician: Trout on Northport
One of the reasons I wanted to get to Northport was to try the early spring fishing for big rainbow and cutthroat in the Columbia. Our guide, Justin Hotchkiss, of Far North Charters, is an expert at taking these fish on a fly.
Attorney arrested for failing to make court
Charged for assault
EPHRATA - A Moses Lake attorney charged with assaulting his brother was arrested after failing to appear for court hearing.
JetBlue: Pilot Experienced "Medical Situation"
Conservative Justices Doubt Health Care Law
Tuesday, March 27
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
The City Council of the City of Royal City has set a public hearing at 7:30 pm on April 17, 2012, to be held at City Hall, 445 Camelia Street NE, Royal City, to consider the following
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
The City Council of the City of Royal City has set a public hearing at 7:00 pm on April 17, 2012, to be held at City Hall, 445 Camelia Street NE, Royal City, to receive public comment on a Development Agreement with Rock Creek Development, LLC.
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
The City Council of the City of Royal City has set a public hearing at 7:30 pm on April 17, 2012, to be held at City Hall, 445 Camelia Street NE, Royal City, to consider the following: Public testimony and Council's consideration of further findings justifying interim Ordinance 12-03 of the City of Royal City extending a zoning moratorium on the establishment, licensing, maintenance or continuation of any medical marijuana collective gardens.
LEGAL NOTICE
The Warden Conservation District will be holding a special meeting on March 27, 2012, Noon at the Coral Restaurant in Warden. For more information call 509-349-7539.
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.
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
The City Council of the City of Royal City has set a public hearing at 7:00 pm on April 17, 2012, to be held at City Hall, 445 Camelia Street NE, Royal City, to receive public comment on a Development Agreement with Rock Creek Development, LLC.
Lil Chiefs commercial
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bJIgKtRKzUI
March students of month chosen
ROYAL CITY - Royal High School counselor Marge Edwards has announced the students of the month for March.
Wildlife highlighted at Sandhill crane Festival
Tours featured
OTHELLO - "This flock is coming this way. It's coming over."
Moses Lake tennis splits matches
Beat Sunnyside, lose to Hanford
MOSES LAKE - A cold windy spring morning greeted the Chiefs and Grizzlies as the teams went head-to-head in tennis Saturday in Moses Lake.
Chiefs soccer beats Chiawana
Get first league win
MOSES LAKE - The Riverhawks were looking to steal a win on the road and get the upper hand in Big Nine soccer action Saturday.
Republican convention around the corner
MOSES LAKE - The next major event on the calendar for area Republicans is the county convention on Saturday, April 7, from 10 a.m. until the close of business.
DA ladies start play, set kickoff for May
DESERT AIRE - The Desert Aire Ladies Golf Club began the 2012 score posting season on March 1.
Deliberate investigation of Quincy school bus roll-over proceeding
QUINCY – Nothing has changed in the investigation of the March 12 Quincy School District bus roll-over accident with 39 children aboard, according to Washington State Patrol Detective Sergeant Jerry Cooper.
Crescent Bar resident leader Doug Caton dies
CRESCENT BAR - Crescent Bar resident Doug Caton, who has been a community leader for Crescent Bar Island leaseholders in their suit against Grant County PUD, was found dead last Monday morning in his car, an apparent victim of a heart attack.
PREP BASEBALL: 03/27 Ephrata 5 @ West Valley 6
Wild falls to Monsters
FRESNO, Calif. - Forward Karl Andersen scored a pair of goals and goaltender Tomas Sholl refused to give one up as the Fresno Monsters defeated the Wenatchee Wild 3-0 Friday at the Selland Arena in Fresno, Calif.
Vt. Police Believe They've Found Teacher's Body
Do you approve of the proposed sewer rate increase in Ephrata?
Execs: Product 100% Beef, Not "Pink Slime"
Hospitals Desperate to Fill Drug Shortages
Soap Lake name change troublesome
Council opposes idea
SOAP LAKE - Most Soap Lake City Council members and some residents are opposing an effort to change the name of the city's namesake to Lake Smokiam.
Man sentenced for harassment, theft
Connected to Luis Martinez shooting
EPHRATA - A second man was sentenced for threatening two boys and taking items from them after accusing them of stealing from a dead gang member.
Today in History for Tuesday, March 27th
'Evening in Rio' nets Samaritan foundation $12,000
Band, dinner featured
MOSES LAKE - About 150 guests mingled and enjoyed live music provided by the Bahuru Marimba Band at the Samaritan Healthcare Foundation's fundraiser.
Monday, March 26
Vikings baseball takes two from Gators
Beat Green River
MOSES LAKE - Big Bend Community College (BBCC) baseball improved its record to 6-0 in league play and 11-1 overall with a twin killing over the Gators Saturday.
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 6, Cross-B Estates Phase 2, Vol 19 Pgs 17 & 18
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: Lot 4, Blk 3, Leanne Terrace MP
College planning day at Big Bend
Fifteen schools represented on March 27
MOSES LAKE - High school students can gather information from 15 colleges and universities at Big Bend Community College.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: Lot ptn 1, Sub: Quinn Plat
CALL FOR BIDS
EPHRATA MUNICIPAL AIRPORT, EPHRATA, WASHINGTON
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 9, 2012 for Supplying 6" Rigid Schedule 40 PVC Conduit as more fully described in Contract Documents 170-3395.
Dan Toya's dog found dead in Potholes Reservoir
Moses Lake man missing since December
MOSES LAKE – The dog owned by missing Moses Lake resident Dan Toya was found dead in Potholes Reservoir Sunday afternoon.
Fertilizer fire sparked near George
Contained to large drum
GEORGE - A large drum of fertilizer caught fire near George Thursday, creating a plume of smoke that caused authorities to shut down state Route 281 for a short time.
Hazardous materials 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.
Tiger Woods Ends 30-month Winless Drought
The Fishin' Magician: Early Spring Walleye
My fishing buddy Rollie Schmitten and I traveled to Northport, which is just south of the Canadian Border on the Columbia River, and spent two days fishing. This stretch of the Columbia flows much like it has for eons and the water is big and often wild.
Port, Pacific Coast Canola consider lease
WARDEN - Port of Warden commissioners and Pacific Coast Canola officials are reviewing a likely 50-year lease for the company.
Today in History for Monday, March 26th
Warden softball wins two, drops one
Ready for league play
WARDEN - Cougar softball action is heating up as Warden played three non-league games in the last six days. Warden split a twin bill at home with Chelan Saturday, and beat Royal on the road Tuesday to improve its record to 2-2.
Airport Dog Sniffs Out Contraband Hidden Food
Raw Video: Okla. Police Drag Man Face Down
Name released in fatal house fire
Cause ruled accidental
MOSES LAKE - Grant County Coroner Craig Morrison released the name and cause of death of the person discovered in the aftermath of a house fire.
Sunday, March 25
Wrestling tournament a big success
MOSES LAKE -The Moses Lake Wrestling Club (MLWC) hosted 23 clubs with 491 wrestlers from across the state March 17 in a spectacular St. Patrick's Day showdown.
Long-time Crescent Bar resident, leader Doug Caton dies suddenly
CRESCENT BAR — Crescent Bar resident Doug Caton, who has been a community leader for Crescent Bar Island leaseholders in their suit against Grant County PUD, was found dead Monday morning in his car, an apparent victim of a heart attack.
Hearing scheduled for commissioner districts
Will be on Monday
EPHRATA - A public hearing is scheduled for Monday on the redrawn Grant County commissioner districts.
Mr. Appliance franchise opens in Ephrata
EPHRATA - An Ephrata couple just opened a new Mr. Appliance franchise for Columbia Basin residents.
Saturday, March 24
Tatum Lawn Care marks 25 years in business
Expands from one-person operation
MOSES LAKE - As a kid, Bob Tatum spent his youth mowing lawns in his Moses Lake neighborhood.
Young Royal teams sweep soccer matches
ROYAL CITY - The Columbia Basin FC hosted a Soccer Jamboree in Ephrata on Saturday, March 10, and two teams from Royal City experienced perfect success.
Edna Irene Lanning
Edna Irene Lanning, resident of Moses Lake, WA passed away on March 2, 2012 at the age of 91, while a resident of Columbia Crest Care and Rehabilitation in Moses Lake, WA.
Elkins' Bremerton Amtrak adventure continues
Other travel journals welcome
This column welcomes other travel journals from readers about their adventures around the Pacific Northwest. The story can be short or long; a fishing trip to the ocean or a camping trip to the Blue Mountains.
Blood drawing set for March 28
ROYAL CITY – A blood drawing has been set for Thursday, March 29, at the Royal High School gym from 1-6 p.m.
Leeah June Lopez McDowell
Leeah June Lopez McDowell, 40, longtime Moses Lake resident passed away in her sleep on March 21, 2012 in her home in Moses Lake. She left this world gently on her journey to heaven.
Sandhill Crane Festival continues through Sunday
The Greater Othello Chamber of Commerce and the Columbia National Wildlife Refuge have teamed up to bring us another Othello Sandhill Crane Festival, centered at the Othello High School. As in years past, the festival will offer a series of tours to view the birds and lectures to participants about the cranes and the unique landscape of the refuge and Othello area.
Wilfred Fontaine
Capt. Ret. Wilfred "Wil" H Fontaine, a resident of Moses Lake, passed away at age 97 in Spokane with two loving grandchildren at his side on March 18, 2012. Wil was born in Moxee City, Washington on October 12, 1914. He retired from the U.S. Army and the federal civil service, and also worked as a real estate broker/agent.
Fresh News From MarDon: Spring Events
MARDON RESORT - Spring has arrived, on the calendar at least. The weather has been another story.
Friday, March 23
NOTICE TO EQUIPMENT DEALERS
Sealed bids, plainly marked "Bid for 4.25 cy Wheel Loader, Equipment Contract 201209", will be received by Grant County at the Office of the Board of County Commissioners located in the County Courthouse, 35 C Street NW - Room 207, P.O. Box 37, Ephrata, WA 98823, until 2:00 PM, Tuesday, April 3, 2012
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS
Sealed bids, plainly marked "BID FOR R-NE & 31-NE ROAD, CRP11-08 & 11-09", 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, March 27, 2012
LEGAL NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that the Cascade Valley Water District is updating their Small Works Roster.
Gregoire appoints new Big Bend trustee
Completes Katherine Kenison's unexpired term
MOSES LAKE - Gov. Chris Gregoire appointed Anna C. Franz, of Lind, to the Big Bend Community College Board of Trustees effective March 15.
PUD seeks White River project fixes
Meets with Chelan Co. commissioner
EPHRATA - Alternate sites to the proposed White River hatchery project were discussed by representatives of Grant County PUD and Chelan County.
Health Care Reform's Impact on Small Business
RELAY FOR LIFE
Reader appreciates community support
Crab & Seafood Feast this Saturday
DESERT AIRE – The Mattawa/Desert Aire Lions Club will have its annual Crab & Seafood Feast this Saturday, March 24.
PUD
Reader disagrees with election district lines
MLIRD
Reader comments on lake cleanup history
Agency funding, aquifers drying up
GWMA proposes property assessments
MOSES LAKE - The survival of the Columbia Basin Ground Water Management Area (GWMA) could be in question, as could the future of the groundwater itself.
Grant EDC director to retire
EPHRATA - Terry Brewer is set to retire as executive director of the Grant County Economic Development Council on May 15.
PREP SOFTBALL: 03/23 Toppenish 0 @ Othello 28 (1)
YARD SALES
Reader asks people to remove signs
Moses Lake OKs change to industrial zone code
Ordinance amendment
MOSES LAKE - A Moses Lake code amendment would allow establishment of consumer businesses in certain industrial zones.
Five wolf packs currently in Washington
More suspected
This is the second of three columns about wolves in Washington State.
Warnick: Happy Trails, Bill Hinkle
GOVERNMENT
Reader discusses presidential race
Documents Show NYPD Infiltrated Liberal Groups
THANK YOU
Police officer thanks community for help
SOCIAL SECURITY
Reader wants to see system changed
Quincy approves garbage, recycling agreement
Unknown whether prices will change
QUINCY - Quincy residents will be receiving recycling bins by May 1, following the approval of an agreement by the city council.
CHARITY RIDE
Readers reminder community of trail ride
GOP CANDIDATES
Reader supporting Santorum
Chiefs softball drops games to Kamiakin
KENNEWICK - The Chiefs hit the road Tuesday looking to pick up a couple of wins in CBBN action. But unfortunately, lost both of their games to the Braves as the team had trouble producing runs.
THANK YOU
Reader thankful for Manta Rays support
Sheriff, deputies nab alleged metal thieves
Returning from talk on metal theft
EPHRATA - Two men apparently picked the wrong place at the wrong time to allegedly steal metal from a remote farm.
GOVERNMENT
Reader wants new priorities
Huskies soccer turns back Jacks
QUINCY - Othello hopped on the bus Tuesday to take on Quincy in a non-league match and came away with a 3-2 shoot-out win. The victory improved the Huskies to 3-0 in non-league play and puts the team at the top of the CWAC standings.
New Prosecutor Investigates Trayvon Martin Death
Pain at the Pump
Soaring gasoline prices are hitting us hard in the pocketbook. Gas prices have reached nearly $3.90 a gallon locally - even more in smaller Basin communities. And there doesn't seem to be any relief in sight.
EASTER PETS
Reader asks parents not to give rabbits
Today in History for Friday, March 23
THANK YOU
Reader thanks CBH for coverage
Quincy animal shelter manager hired
Wants to help educate people about pets
QUINCY - Rachel Lewis is the new Quincy's animal shelter manager.
Richard Corral
Richard Corral, age 53, a lifetime resident of Moses Lake, WA., passed away Sunday, March 18, 2012, after a long battle with Huntington's Disease. Richard had been living at the Washington State Soldier's Home in Orting, WA for the past 4 years.
COLLEGE SOFTBALL: 03/23 Treasure Valley 9 @ BBCC 3 (1)
PREP SOFTBALL: 03/23 Toppenish 0 @ Othello 26 (2)
Correction
In a story last week about rules for golf cars on public streets or roads, we had incorrect inspection dates for Desert Aire golfers.
Thursday, March 22
Donor's retirement fund benefits Big Bend
Valued at $1.1 million
MOSES LAKE - An anonymous donor's gift to the Big Bend College Foundation is valued at $1.1 million.
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON
In the Matter of the Estate of WILLIAM A. JOHNSON, Deceased.
FRANKLIN COUNTY
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that there has been proposed to the Franklin County Planning Commission an application by Bailey Memorial Youth Foundation and the Basin City Water-Sewer District (contact Martin Taylor with James Sewell and Associates 1205 Highway 2, Suite 101, Sandpoint, Idaho 83864) for a zoning designation change, ZC 2012-01.
FRANKLIN COUNTY
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that there has been proposed to the Franklin County Planning Commission an application by Bailey Memorial Youth Foundation and the Basin City Water-Sewer District (contact Martin Taylor with James Sewell and Associates 1205 Highway 2, Suite 101, Sandpoint, Idaho 83864) for a preliminary plat subdivision, SUB 2012-01.
Pest Board Opening
The Franklin County Horticultural Pest and Disease Control Board has an opening for a Board Member.
FRANKLIN COUNTY
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that there has been proposed to the Franklin County Planning Commission an application by Basin City Water-Sewer District (contact Martin Taylor with James Sewell and Associates 1205 Highway 2, Suite 101, Sandpoint, Idaho 83864) for a Conditional Use Permit, CUP 2012-05.
Chemical spill closes roads
GEORGE — Grant County Fire District 3 and the Grant County Sheriff’s Office responded to a reported chemical spill and fire near George.
Ephrata tennis shuts out Grandview
Boys and girls win big
EPHRATA -The Tigers boys and girls tennis teams were victorious over the Greyhounds last night, taking all singles and doubles matches. The wins improve both team records to 1-0 in league play and 2-1 overall.
Republican convention around the corner
MOSES LAKE - The next major event on the calendar for area Republicans is the county convention on Saturday, April 7, from 10 a.m. until the close of business.
Today in History for Thursday, March 22nd
Moses Lake boys takes second
RICHLAND - The Chiefs boys golf team had a good outing at Horn Rapids Monday, finishing just 28 strokes behind Richland in the first league POD Match. The Bombers turned in a team score of 309 to lead the field of nine. Moses Lake tallied 338.
Grant County jobs down slightly
Unemployment figure released
MOSES LAKE - Grant County's unemployment rate increased slightly from January and reached 12.7 percent in February.
Chiefs girls finish fourth at Chiawana
PASCO - They finished in the middle of the pack in their first POD match of the season at Sun Willows Golf Course Monday. But the Moses Lake girls did record their best team score in over a decade.
Cherae Krueger
Cherae Krueger lived a happy life. She was born on June 15 1977 in Ephrata, WA. She was raised by 2 great parents Judith and Charles Clark in Moses Lake, WA and graduated from Moses Lake High School in 1995. Cherae went to Eastern Washington University for college. She was married to her husband (Myron Krueger) on July 12 1997. They became best of friends through their marriage. On October 30, 2000 they welcomed an amazing daughter into their lives. As time went by, Cherae gathered many close friends and family.
Savoie's trial moved to September
Switches attorneys
EPHRATA - Evan D. Savoie's trial was delayed for at least three months after a new attorney took on the case.
Grant PUD paid $250,000 in settlement agreement
Concerns Crescent Bar legal representation
EPHRATA - The Grant County PUD receives $250,000 back in attorney's fees as part of a settlement agreement with a Wenatchee law firm.
Safer public goal of town hall
GEORGE - Creating a safer community will be the focus of a town hall meeting here on April 19 organized by the Grant County Sheriff's office.
Fire District 5 finishing work on new station
East of Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE - Grant County Fire District 5 is wrapping up a new resident fire station at the corner of Road 3 Northeast and Road Q, just east of Moses Lake.
Tigers take down Vikings
EPHRATA - It was all business when Ephrata hosted Selah in CWAC golf competition Friday. And when the last ball found the cup, the Tigers came out the victor at the Lakeview Country Club.
Commuter Students Struggle With High Gas Prices
Care Providers Back Reform, Question Plan
Crab & Seafood Feast this Saturday
DESERT AIRE - The Mattawa/Desert Aire Lions Club will have its annual Crab & Seafood Feast this Saturday, March 24.
Warden boys beat Quincy
WARDEN - Freshman Conner Haynes shot an 86 and Trent Bates finished with 90 to help lead the Cougars to a win over the Jacks on the links at Sage Hills Monday.
Fla. Case Puts Self-defense Laws Under Scrutiny
Warden may purchase paint sprayer
Continuing to work on graffiti
WARDEN - Warden officials are considering purchasing equipment to help remove graffiti, following concerns raised by a resident.
Wednesday, March 21
INVITATION TO BID
Sealed bids will be received from qualified roofing contractors by the Port of Moses Lake, 7810 Andrews St. NE, Suite 200, Moses Lake, Washington, 98837, until 2:00 p.m., April 18, 2012, for the specified roofing work on the POML Building #-5820, located at the Grant County International Airport, Moses Lake, Washington.
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY
In the Welfare of: CALEB G. CLARKE-HUGHES
BBCC baseball beats Vancouver
Sweep 4-game series
MOSES LAKE - Big Bend Community College (BBCC) improved its record to 11-1 overall in the NWAACC conference with four wins over non-league opponent Vancouver Island last weekend.
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY
POTHOLES RESERVOIR GOLF RESORT
Rathbone sales suffers heavy fire damage
Firewall keeps blaze from spreading
MOSES LAKE - Fire engulfed the back half of a Moses Lake business that specializes in dealing and servicing farm equipment.
Othello's Sandhill Crane Festival starts Friday
Tours, lectures, speakers part of event
OTHELLO - Othello birds, landscape and agriculture is going to be on display starting Friday during the Sandhill Crane Festival.
Royal splits games with LaSalle
ROYAL CITY - Royal won the second game, 6-1, to split a non-league doubleheader at LaSalle Saturday and record its first prep baseball victory of the year.
Taste of Home tickets go on sale Wednesday
Show is April 10
MOSES LAKE - Tickets go on sale Wednesday for the Taste of Home Cooking School.
Character defines Representative Hinkle
"This is a noble profession. Treat it with humility and remember who you serve."
The Fishin' Magician: Steelhead season
After some serious number crunching and arm twisting steelhead seasons have reopened on the Wenatchee, Icicle and Methow rivers. Fish managers were eager to get these streams opened to remove excess hatchery-reared steelhead and increase the ability of wild fish to spawn. All of these rivers are selective fisheries, no bait, and the daily limit of hatchery-reared steelhead is two per day. All steelhead with an adipose fin must be immediately released without being removed from the water.
MLIRD re-addresses 2012 budget
Meeting is March 27
MOSES LAKE - Some changes could be part of an amended budget for the Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District.
French Police, Shooting Suspect Negotiate
Public involvement aids in arrests
MOSES LAKE – Alert citizens helped stop two men who allegedly stole a truck and then trespassed and damaged property at a rural Moses Lake farm shop.
Today in History for Wednesday, March 21st
Grant county caucuses reflect state vote
MOSES LAKE - Grant County Republican Party caucus straw poll results on March 3 mirrored what happened across the state, GCRP Chair Dani Bolyard has reported.
Volunteers show an example for everyone
Tornadoes Strike Near San Antonio
Knights roll, sweep LaSalle in twin bill action
ROYAL CITY - Taking advantage of LaSalle's youthfulness, Royal High swept a non-league fastpitch doubleheader, 20-5 and 13-7, at LaSalle on Saturday.
Einstein Manuscripts Getting Posted Online
Moses Lake grad in contest for Latina title
MOSES LAKE - Karol Scott-Tracy, a 2006 Moses Lake High School graduate, has made it to the final 24 in a nationwide search for Nuestra Belleza Latina (Our Latin Beauty).
Girls track performs well at Jamboree
Break school record
RICHLAND - Records are made to be broken. And that what happened Saturday when the Chiefs Kayla Grigg, Alysha Overland, London Cleverly and Diamond Ransom set a new Moses Lake High School mark in the 4 x 100 relay with a time of 50.75, eclipsing the old record (50.9) by 15 one-hundreths of a second.
Tuesday, March 20
Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District
Notice of continuation of March 13, 2012 board meeting;
Public Notice
Port of Moses Lake located at 7810 Andrews Street NE, Moses Lake, WA 98837 is seeking coverage under Washington State Department of Ecology's Construction Stormwater General Permit.
Medical team holds dinner, auction
Nonprofit provides medical services to people in Nigeria
MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake residents gathered Saturday to make a difference to people around the world.
Inslee discusses Central Washington
Governor candidate defends resignation
MOSES LAKE - U.S. Rep. Jay Inslee said Grant County residents will see more jobs and better economic prospects if he's elected as Washington's next governor.
Auction, dinner benefit youth organization
Proceeds benefit Youth Dynamics
MOSES LAKE - The art on display Saturday wasn't just for viewing.
Tom Flint announces re-election bid
Has 'passion' for utility, dams
EPHRATA - Grant County PUD Commission President Tom Flint is running for his fourth term as the A-at-large commissioner.
Tigers softball drops two games to Mustangs
Lose twin bill to Prosser
EPHRATA - The Lady Tigers found the going rough Saturday as the team hosted Prosser in doubleheader action. The Mustangs bolted past Ephrata 17-1 in game one, and out scored the Tigers 14-4 in game two.
Warnick's water bill signed into law
OLYMPIA - Governor Christine Gregoire has signed State Rep. Judy Warnick's water relinquishment bill into law, putting pen to the measure on March 7.
Second man sentenced for robbery
Related to Luis Martinez shooting
EPHRATA - A second man was sentenced to more than two years in prison for helping to steal a dead gang member's dog.
Soap Lake baseball takes twin bill
Beat Bridgeport
SOAP LAKE - It's not always about wins and losses. Sometimes the learning experience carries more value. Such was the case when Bridgeport traveled to Soap Lake to take on the Eagles in doubleheader action Saturday.
What do you think of the Colvilles' truck stop plans?
Warnick's water relinquishment bill signed into law
OLYMPIA – Governor Christine Gregoire has signed State Rep. Judy Warnick's water relinquishment bill into law, putting pen to the measure on March 7.
PREP BASEBALL: 03/20 Warden 11 @ Royal 4
Feds Investigate Fla. Teen's Shooting Death
PREP BASEBALL: 03/20 Kamiakin 12 @ MLHS 6 (1)
PREP BASEBALL: 03/20 Kamiakin 10 @ MLHS 0 (2)
Marmageddon: New Zealand's Running Out of Spread
Today in History for Tuesday, March 20th
Gunman at Large After Fatal Wash. Shooting
Forgotten Heroes memorial group presses on
Still fund-raising
MOSES LAKE - The Forgotten Heroes memorial group continues to raise money to erect a special tribute at Grant County International Airport.
Fatal house fire reported Sunday
Cause under investigation
MOSES LAKE - A body was found Sunday after a house fire was extinguished.
Companies eye Port of Quincy land
QUINCY - Two separate companies are eyeing Port of Quincy land for future purchases.
Monday, March 19
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS
SEAL COAT PROJECT - 2012
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD March 26, 2012 at 4:00 p.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, 35 C Street NW, Ephrata, WA 98823 to take testimony on a proposed Resolution Adopting Voter Precincts.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: LOT 5, BLK 3, PARADISE FLATS PH 2
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 March 29, 2012 for the Wanapum Dam Maintenance Center Phase II Project more fully described in Contract Documents 430-3351.
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD March 26, 2012 at 3:30 p.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, 35 C Street NW, Ephrata, WA 98823 to take testimony, comments and conduct a discussion on proposed Redistricting Plan for the commissioner districts within Grant County.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING OF PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 2 OF GRANT COUNTY
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT A PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD March 26, 2012 at 1:30 p.m. Pacific Daylight Time, in Commission Meeting Room, at the District's Main Headquarters Building, 30 C Street SW, Ephrata, Washington to receive public input on the proposed change of the boundaries of the public utility district commissioners' districts.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: Lot 55, Bennett Addition, Grant County, WA
Ordinance No. 2645
An ordinance of the City of Moses Lake extending a moratorium on the establishment of medical marijuana collective gardens, defining "medical marijuana collective gardens"
Ordinance No. 2644
An ordinance establishing a Complete Streets Program
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: LT 17 and PTN NENE 16-19-28
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
Sheriff warns of email, phone scams
EPHRATA - If it looks or sounds too good to be true, it probably is and should be avoided, says Grant County Sheriff Tom Jones,
Farmers market allowed use of McCosh Park
Hard surface loop planned
MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake City Council managed to cut through some confusion and grant use of McCosh Park to the Moses Lake Farmers Market again this year.
The Fishin' Magician: On the Okanogan
I sure picked a great day to fish the Okanogan River. It was snowing hard, but the lower river was free of ice and Jerrod Gibbons, of Okanogan Valley Guide Service was able to run his jet sled all the way up to Rattle Snake. Getting there wasn't so bad.
Deadly Shooting Outside Jewish School in France
So, How Much Is Apple Really Worth?
Today in History for Monday, March 19th
State updates permit for irrigation weed control, seeks comment
OLYMPIA - The Washington Department of Ecology (Ecology) invites the public to comment on an updated permit that regulates the use of pesticides to control aquatic weeds and algae in irrigation systems in eastern Washington.
Grant county caucuses reflect state vote
MOSES LAKE - Grant County Republican Party caucus straw poll results on March 3 mirrored what happened across the state, GCRP Chair Dani Bolyard has reported.
Othello council, mayor may see pay raises
Approve salary commission
OTHELLO - A five-person commission will examine the salaries of Othello's mayor and councilmembers.
Kids Found Slashed in Mass. Apt; Mom Charged
Sunday, March 18
Riley Gonzales goes to Washington
Moses Lake boy advocates arthritis awareness
MOSES LAKE - Riley Gonzales is used to raising awareness of arthritis in Washington state.
Safer community goal of town hall
GEORGE – Creating a safer community will be the focus of a town hall meeting here on April 19 organized by the Grant County Sherifff's office.
Othello asking to decorate jet
Approved loan agreement
OTHELLO - Othello is asking for permission to hang decorations on the jet displayed at Pioneer Park.
Saturday, March 17
Plans released for former Kmart building
Working to attract retailers
MOSES LAKE - The ASPI Group released its architectural design concept for the former Kmart building along Stratford Road.
Moses Lake grad in contest for nationwide Latina title
MOSES LAKE – Karol Scott-Tracy, a 2006 Moses Lake High School graduate, has made it to the final 24 in a nationwide search for Nuestra Belleza Latina (Our Latin Beauty).
COLLEGE SOFTBALL: 03/18 BBCC 1 @ N Idaho 9
Truax, Jepson take March 3 men's day
DESERT AIRE - Tom Truax and Doug Jepson combined their talents to win the March 3 men's day play at Desert Aire Golf Course.
New food permit for flea market vendors
EPHRATA – The Grant County Board of Health meeting on Wednesday, March 14, will take up the issue of a new food permit for special class of vendors.
Spring turkey opener one month away
The 2012 Wild Turkey Spring Season pamphlet is now available in sporting goods stores. The spring season dates are April 15 through May 31. The hunting hours are one-half hour before sunrise to sunset.
Annual Desert Aire clean-up slated for April
DESERT AIRE - The annual Desert Aire clean-up has been set for April 20.
Viola C. Reyna
Viola C. Reyna, 79, resident of Moses Lake
Kelby travels the world before serving as Wilson Creek Postmaster
The Rev. David H. Crawford compiled and published a history of families in and surrounding Wilson Creek titled, "Family Memories of Wilson Creek Area." The book was printed in 1978, which was the 75th anniversary of the town. David's son, John Crawford, has given permission for those memories to be a part of this column.
Friday, March 16
LEGAL NOTICE
Grant County Port District No.7 has for lease an established 18 hole golf course complete with clubhouse and cart barns. Formerly known as Banks Lake Golf and Country Club.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Grant County, Washington, has received a petition to vacate portions of certain County road easement described as follows:
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS
Sealed bids, plainly marked "BID FOR R-NE & 31-NE ROAD, CRP11-08 & 11-09", will be received by Grant County at the Office of the Board of County Commissioners located in the County Courthouse
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.
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS
SEAL COAT PROJECT - 2012
LEGAL NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that the Cascade Valley Water District is updating their Small Works Roster.
SUMMARY PUBLICATION
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING OTHELLO MUNICIPAL CODE TITLE 2 TO ADD A NEW CHAPTER 2.42 TITLED "INDEPENDENT SALARY COMMISSION"
NOTICE TO EQUIPMENT DEALERS
Sealed bids, plainly marked "Bid for 4.25 cy Wheel Loader, Equipment Contract 201209", will be received by Grant County at the Office of the Board of County Commissioners
SEPA RULES
DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE
Shrine Circus HTML
Agenda dispute opens MLIRD meeting
Meeting dubbed 'train wreck'
MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District board and audience members clashed over which agenda format to use.
Colvilles comment on Moses Lake truck stop plans
Moving through land trust process
MOSES LAKE - The Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation are requesting the federal government take land into trust to pave the way for a truck stop project.
Quincy tennis drops match to Cascade
LEAVENWORTH - Come rain, snow or hail, the U.S. Mail will be delivered. So says the postal mantra. But that isn't a universal saying for outdoor sports. especially in the game of tennis.
Working the American dream
ROYAL CITY - There are still people who believe in the American dream, and Karen's Beauty Salon owner Elsa Cedillo is one of them.
Alleged 'Fake cop' incidents unconfirmed
Spread by social networking
MOSES LAKE - Reports that a man was impersonating an officer and attempting to pull people over across Grant County could not be substantiated.
State needs the public at 'public' hearings
Student loans
A report from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York states that student loan delinquency rates are much higher than previous estimates. Although conventional measurements indicate around 15 percent of student loan accounts are past due, the new report suggests that as many as one in four student loan borrowers might be delinquent in repayments. In addition, total student loan balances are now at $870 billion - higher than the nation's credit card debt and higher than total car loan debt.
The Fishin' Magician: Walleye with Rick Novegno
I had a great day of walleye fishing on Lake Roosevelt recently. I fished with Rick Novegno, of Big Wally's Guide Service and his son Hayden out of Two Rivers. We were breaking ice in the marina on way out, but the main lake was clear. We didn't have to run far to find fish, just down lake from the marina.
Golf cart rules streamlined
DESERT AIRE – The Desert Aire Owners Association is reporting that Grant County has streamlined its Golf Cart Zone Ordinance and is ready for passage and implementation.
Bus crash investigation could take months
State patrol rules out several possible causes
QUINCY - Answers could be long in coming as to what caused a school bus full of Quincy students to roll off state Route 281 Monday morning.
Today in History for Friday, March 16th
Mom to Be Reunited With Son Who Vanished in 2004
COLLEGE BASEBALL: 03/16 Vancouver 3 @ BBCC 12 (1)
CDC Tries to Shock Smokers Into Quitting
Health exchange guts employer choices
DA ladies set for start of season
DESERT AIRE - The Desert Aire Ladies Club will have its kick-off scramble on April 9 with a 9 a.m. start.
Wolf plan is acceptable, so far
This is the first of a multi-part series about wolves in Washington.
Oil recovery
You pump carbon dioxide into a played-out oil field, the CO2 will stay underground while a lot more oil will flow to the surface. This technology has been boosting oil production for decades - long before anyone was concerned with global warming.
NEWSPAPERS IN EDUCATION
Young readers thank CBH for donations
Goldman Op-ed: Latest 'take This Job, Shove It'
Time to file Desert Aire candidacies
DESERT AIRE - Desert Aire property owners have until May 1 to file their candidacies for positions on the board of directors.
Afghanistan
What a mess.
Othello track team expects to contend in CWAC
OTHELLO - When the Huskies take to the track today in Prosser, they'll have to perform without the likes of Christine Kirkwood who set the state record in the javelin and was nationally ranked in the event. They will also be without thrower Adrian Garcia. But coach Mandi Perez said she is excited to see how the team will measure up this season.
Thursday, March 15
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 2 OF GRANT COUNTY
FRANKLIN COUNTY
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following public hearing originally scheduled to appear before the Franklin County Planning commission on Tuesday, March 6, 2012 has been RESCHEDULED.
Notice of Application and Proposed Determination of Non-Significance
Notice is hereby given that a Building Permit application and SEPA Checklist received by Grant County on March 2, 2012 from Goodrich Farms (Designated Contact: Elliott Goodrich, 1044 Road Q SE, Moses Lake, WA 98837, 509-989-7777), were found to be technically complete on March 8, 2012.
SEPA RULES
DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
City of Connell, Washington, (Owner), invites bids for the construction of the Klindworth / Campbell Water Efficiency Project (Schedule 1) and Force Main Remediation Project (Schedule 2).
BEFORE THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE SOUTH COLUMBIA BASIN IRRIGATION DISTRICT
IN THE MATTER OF THE PETITION OF: JUBILANT LLC FOR THE INCLUSION OF LAND WITHIN THE SOUTH COLUMBIA BASIN IRRIGATION DISTRICT
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON
CICITIMORTGAGE, INC. S/B/M TO ABN
OTHELLO CITY COUNCIL
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR CHELAN COUNTY
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JAMES A. GROSS, Deceased.
North beats South in All-Star Classic
MOSES LAKE - Reardan's Lauren Schulz scored 24 points and pulled down 10 rebounds to lead the North All-Stars to a 69-48 win over the South All-Stars.
LEGAL PUBLIC NOTICE
Franklin County is accepting applications for map and text amendments to the Franklin County Growth Management Comprehensive Plan for the 2012 annual Comprehensive Plan amendment cycle.
CITY OF WARDEN
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Success on horizon for Chiefs tennis
MOSES LAKE - After finishing 3-3 in league play last year, the Moses Lake boys tennis team is looking to be among the best this season.
Othello girls tennis has strong showing
Boys struggle
MOSES LAKE - Despite being shorthanded on the court, the Othello Huskies girls tennis team performed well at the jamboree in Moses Lake Saturday.
Cause of Quincy school bus crash still unclear
WSP asks for help from witnesses
QUINCY - The Washington State Patrol is still looking for answers in a Quincy school bus crash that injured multiple students and the driver.
Othello girl to compete for DYW hometown crown at Royal City
ROYAL CITY - If you notice a girl who seems out of place at the Royal City Distinguished Young Woman competition this Saturday evening, she will be, sort of.
AT&T Seeks "Quiet Talks" With Calif. IPhone User
"Wet House" Shelters Let Alcoholics Drink
Donald Dean Totten
Born November 21, 1932
Gravel, leak found in Othello well
Cause of problem still being determined
OTHELLO - A search of Othello's Well 6 revealed some gravel and a leak, but no answers about how the well's machinery was damaged.
New theater group celebrates musical favorites
'A Salute to Broadway' opens Thursday
MOSES LAKE - Basin Community Theatre is the new face of community theater in Moses Lake and they're starting off with a salute.
Today in History for Thursday, March 15th
EDC, Port make connections
Summit highlights benefits of Washington
SEATTLE - Grant County representatives are making connections at this week's Aerospace and Defense Suppliers Summit in Seattle.
COLLEGE BASEBALL: 03/13 WSU 9 @ Cal St Fullerton 8
Soap Lake extends marijuana moratorium
Medical grows continue to be banned
SOAP LAKE - Soap Lake joined several other Columbia Basin cities in extending a moratorium on the establishment of medical marijuana collective gardens.
Ross Edward Lingenfelter
Ross Edward Lingenfelter, 44, lifelong Moses Lake resident passed away Thursday, March 1, 2012 surrounded by family at his home after a courageous battle with cancer. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, March 31st at 2:00 p.m. at the second pit of the Moses Lake sand dunes. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a note for the family at
CBBN names NECA/IBEW award winners
MOSS LAKE - The Columbia Basin Big Nine has announced the winter winners of the NECA/IBEW CBBN Award.
Influenza-Like Illness (The Flu) Outbreak at Hearthstone Inn
MOSES LAKE – The Grant County Health District (GCHD) has been notified of an influenza-like illness (the flu) outbreak in the Moses Lake Hearthstone Inn assisted care/retirement facility.
Lt. Col. Ret. Willard Sydney Benson
Lt. Col. Ret. Willard Sydney Benson, 94, a resident of Moses Lake since 1949, passed away Friday, March 9, 2012 at Hearthstone Assisted Living with his children at his side. Vault interment with full military honors will be held at Guarding Angel Cemetery, 2595 Road L N.E. at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, March 17, 2012 and will be followed by a Celebration of Life at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 1020 South A Street at 11:00 a.m. Visitation will be Thursday March 15th from noon to 5:00 p.m. and Friday March 16th from noon to 5:00 p.m. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a note for the family at
3-year-old Wash. Boy Kills Self With Gun in Car
Crab & Seafood Feast scheduled
DESERT AIRE - The Mattawa/Desert Aire Lions Club has scheduled its annual Crab & Seafood Feast for Saturday, March 24.
Wednesday, March 14
LEGAL NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that Grant County Fire District No. 4 is updating the list for their Small Works Roster.
Ramirez boots Royal soccer to 4-0 victory
ROYAL CITY - Forward Alex Ramírez booted two goals and set up another to lead a second-half surge and give Royal High School a season opening 4-0 win over Granger on Saturday.
Students, driver hurt in Quincy bus crash
Three seriously
QUINCY - Dozens of students were injured, three seriously, when a Quincy school bus crashed on state Route 281, just south of Quincy.
Royal City community garden awaits gardeners
ROYAL CITY - If you're interested in vegetable or flower gardening, there's a place for you and your family in Royal City's Community Garden.
Eagles baseball back on the field
SOAP LAKE - After a one year hiatus, the Soap Lake High School baseball team is back on the diamond and ready to play ball.
Soap Lake fast pitch rebuilding
SOAP LAKE - The Soap Lake High School softball program is in a transition mode for the 2012 season. After a rocky start last year, the team was unable to finish out. But first year coach Denise Maria has high hopes for the Lady Eagles.
Grant County Fairgrounds to monitor sewer
State approves two-year plan
EPHRATA - The state accepted a plan to monitor the septic systems at the Grant County Fairgrounds for the next two years.
No reason to stiffen when you see a stater
Pat walked into the house more quietly than usual. I didn't notice her until she was at the dining table setting down her purse.
2nd Woman in NYC Madam Case Pleads Not Guilty
Soap Lake drafting chicken ordinance
Public hearing planned
SOAP LAKE - The Soap Lake City Council voted 5-2 to consider an ordinance allowing chicken rearing within city limits.
Moses Lake students dominate competition
Take top three in cosmetology competition
MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake knows hair and three Moses Lake High School students proved it at a statewide cosmetology competition.
Small Child's Fingers Found in Hawaii Trash Bin
Truax, Jepson take March 3 men's day
DESERT AIRE - Tom Truax and Doug Jepson combined their talents to win the March 3 men's day play at Desert Aire Golf Course.
Wilferd Garrett Pratt
Wilferd Garrett Pratt passed away at Sacred Heart in Spokane on March 9, 2012 at the age of 89. Wilferd was born in Lemon, South Dakota on Sept. 17, 1922.
Crash in Swiss Tunnel Kills at Least 28 People
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Today in History for Wednesday, March 14th
Moses Lake cop hurt in collision
Suspected DUI driver flees
MOSES LAKE - A 26-year-old Moses Lake man reportedly fled on foot after his car hit a Moses Lake police cruiser.
Sheriff warns of email, phone scams
EPHRATA - If it looks or sounds too good to be true, it probably is and should be avoided, says Grant County Sheriff Tom Jones,
Export-import bank fuels trade and job growth
Desert Aire ladies set for start of season
DESERT AIRE - The Desert Aire Ladies Club will have its kick-off scramble on April 9 with a 9 a.m. start.
Tuesday, March 13
Big Bend hosts All-Star Classic
MOSES LAKE - Big Bend Community College (BBCC) Lady Vikes are sponsoring the 5th annual Girls High School All-Star Classic. Sixteen high school seniors from Moses Lake, Connell, Quincy, Almira/Coulee-Hartline, Lake Roosevelt, Ephrata and several other eastern Washington high schools will be participating in the event Wednesday.
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 April 5, 2012 for the Wanapum Dam Maintenance Center Phase II Project more fully described in Contract Documents 330-3346.
STATE OF WASHINGTON
NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO APPROPRIATE PUBLIC WATERS
ORDINANCE 12-02
The City Council of the City of Royal City has adopted Ordinance 12-02 Amending the Royal City Municipal Code to Enact a New Chapter 3.30, Titled "Royal City Transportation Benefit District"
INVITATION TO BID
CITY OF OTHELLO
Public Notice
Port of Moses Lake located at 7810 Andrews Street NE, Moses Lake, WA 98837 is seeking coverage under Washington State Department of Ecology's Construction Stormwater General Permit.
ORDINANCE 12-02
The City Council of the City of Royal City has adopted Ordinance 12-02 Amending the Royal City Municipal Code to Enact a New Chapter 3.30, Titled "Royal City Transportation Benefit District"
SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON
FOR THE COUNTY OF GRANT In The Matter Of The Estate: MICHAEL JAY BUTE, Deceased
Moses Lake baseball takes two games
Beat Lewis & Clark, Ferris
MOSES LAKE - The Chiefs got off on the right foot to start the 2012 season with non-league wins over Lewis & Clark and Ferris High School Saturday at Larson Field.
Quincy adding equipment to Lauzier Park
Agreed to spend $110,000
QUINCY - Quincy is spending $110,000 for playground equipment in Lauzier Park.
Tigers baseball turns back Kodiaks
Beat Cascade 13-1
EPHRATA - Bryce Beavers went 2-for-3 at the plate and had 3 RBI to lead the Tigers to a 13-1 win over visiting Cascade High School Saturday. The non-league game went just five innings as the 10-run rule was invoked, giving the Tigers the victory.
Ephrata pays to finish road, water project
Accepts $2.2 million bid
EPHRATA - A Yakima-based company will finish Ephrata's road and water pipe replacement project.
Tiger boys start season with wins
Beat Ellensburg and Grandview
EPHRATA - The Ephrata boys golf team swung into the season in fine fashion, beating Ellensburg by 35 strokes and Grandview by 88 at the Lakeview Golf and Country Club Friday.
Mass. Man Arrested in Ear-biting Attack on Coach
What do you think about the continued expansion of Fiber in Grant County?
Today in History for Tuesday, March 13th
Soap Lake supports community garden plan
Slated for lot near Daisy Street
SOAP LAKE - The Soap Lake City Council approved the installation of a community garden on a lot near Daisy Street.
Hearthstone flu outbreak downgraded
Health district will monitor facility
MOSES LAKE - The Grant County Health District downgraded the influenza outbreak at the Emeritus at Hearthstone assisted care and retirement facility in Moses Lake.
Police: Honor Student Threatened UMD Rampage
Evidence in NY Police Shooting Reveals Chaos
PREP SOFTBALL: 03/13 Quincy 0 @ Connell 8
Robot doesn't find Toya
MOSES LAKE – Search teams returned to the Potholes Reservoir on Mar. 1 with a remote-controlled robot to look for missing Moses Lake man Dan Toya and still have not found him.
Ephrata girls tennis beats Ellensburg, Boys lose
EPHRATA - It was a cold windy day for the start of the 2012 tennis season. But the Lady Tigers didn't let the conditions throw them off their game as they defeated Ellensburg 3-2 at home Saturday.
Monday, March 12
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: Lot 26, Peninsula Addition No. 2, Grant County, WA
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD March 26, 2012 at 4:00 p.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, 35 C Street NW, Ephrata, WA 98823 to take testimony on a proposed Ordinance Adopting Voter Precincts.
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD March 26, 2012 at 3:30 p.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, 35 C Street NW, Ephrata, WA 98823 to take testimony, comments and conduct a discussion on proposed Redistricting Plan for the commissioner districts within Grant County.
LEGAL NOTICE
The March Regular Board meeting of Grant County Fire District #11 will be held on Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at 12:01 p.m. at Fire Station #1 at Royal Camp, WA. By order of Board of Commissioners, Grant County Fire District #11.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: Tract 161, Battery Orchard Tracts Amended
BBCC seeks president search input
Public invited to take survey
MOSES LAKE - Big Bend Community College wants public input as it searches for a new president.
NOTICE TO BIDDERS
Bid Number 493-2012-01 Storm Sewer Camera Package
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: LOT 8, BLK 4, SUNSERRA AT CRESCENT BAR PHASE 3
Students injured when Quincy bus rolls
QUINCY — A Quincy school bus rolled off state Route 281, near Road 5 Northwest, at about 8:20 a.m. today.
Senior center officials cite need for new lot
Asks Moses Lake, community for funding
MOSES LAKE - The parking lot at the Moses Lake Senior Center is showing its age.
Moses Lake girls golf team looks to compete
Girls at Hanford Invite today
MOSES LAKE - The Chiefs will field a young inexperienced team this season.
The Fishin' Magician: Empty lakes
While the "put and take" lakes in the Quincy area provided anglers with good fishing on the March 1st opener and the first weekend, the quality lakes didn't do the same. According to Chad Jackson, Department of Fish and Wildlife in Ephrata, few anglers tried the lakes and those that did found poor fishing.
Royal receives "exemplary" rating
ROYAL CITY - Royal High School has been recognized with the public school accountability index rating of "exemplary".
Sandusky Hearing to Address Pretrial Information
Afghanistan Suspect's Base Called 'Most Troubled'
PUD reviews 2011 outages
Shut down REC Silicon
EPHRATA - The Grant County PUD is turning to Battelle Memorial Institute to find the cause of three power outages that occurred last year along Moses Lake's Wheeler Corridor.
Love Letters Reveal Romantic Richard Nixon
Warden girls golf looks to defend titles
Girls tee off today at invite
MOSES LAKE - After finishing as the 2B Central Washington Conference and District champions, and taking second place at state in 2011, the Warden Cougars have high hopes for the girl's golf team again this year.
Today in History for Monday, March 12th
Grant EDC director to retire
EPHRATA - Terry Brewer is set to retire as executive director of the Grant County Economic Development Council on May 15.
Warnick's water rights changes become law
Moses Lake student attends signing
OLYMPIA - Rep. Judy Warnick is celebrating another step toward her goal of updating the state's water laws to better meet the needs of agriculture.
School bond changed, $400,000 saved
Newsletter reports changes to school
MATTAWA - The Wahluke School District has refinanced the 2004 bond with which Wahluke High School was built, Superintendent Aaron Chavez reported in his monthly newsletter.
Sunday, March 11
'Brave Challenge' honors teachers
Middle school studentsshow appreciation
MOSES LAKE - Members of Chief Moses Middle School's Brave Challenge aim to make a difference through small acts of kindness, and honored teachers through letters.
Quincy council questions vehicle policy
Police officials were taking vehicles home
QUINCY - Several Quincy councilmembers questioned why two police officials were taking police cars to their homes outside the city.
COLLEGE BASEBALL: 03/11 Thompson Rivers 1 @ BBCC 11 (1)
Royal School District orders four portable classrooms, temporary fix
ROYAL CITY - With Supt. Rose Search calling it a "temporary" fix, the Royal School District has ordered four portable classrooms to alleviate crowding at Red Rock Elementary and the middle school.
New Hope ends Facebook page
Against county policy
EPHRATA - New Hope Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services is taking down its Facebook page.
It's official: Assisted living is assisted living
OLYMPIA – Governor Christine Gregoire has signed legislation, co-sponsored by State Rep. Judy Warnick, R-Moses Lake, that officially names assisted living facilities assisted living facilities.
Warden softball ready to hit diamond
First pitch is Tuesday at 3:30 p.m.
MOSES LAKE - A combination of youth and experience are the keys to another successful softball season for Warden High School in 2012.
Chiefs baseball reloading in 2012
Host doubleheader Saturday, starts at noon
MOSES LAKE - Losing 11 players to graduation last year, the Moses Lake High School baseball team has its work cut out for itself if they expect to contend this season.
Saturday, March 10
Moses Lake Steel Supply expands
MOSES LAKE - When some businesses were scaling back because of the recession, Moses Lake Steel Supply added Columbia River Steel Supply in East Wenatchee.
Candidate for 13th District House seat was raised a Democrat
MOSES LAKE – The race for the 13th District seat in the Washington State House of Representatives will between candidates who are dyed-in-the wool members of their parties.
Red Rock has annual talent show
ROYAL CITY - For the last 15 years Red Rock Elementary has held an annual talent show to shake off the mid-winter blahs.
COLLEGE BASEBALL: 03/10 Thompson Rivers 0 @ BBCC 3 (2)
COLLEGE BASEBALL: 03/10 Thompson Rivers 3 @ BBCC 4 (1)
Detectives need help in double murder case
MATTAWA - Grant County Sheriff's detectives investigating the Feb. 11 shooting homicide of Esperanza Vicente-Mestizo in Mattawa have released a flier asking the public for help solving the case.
Jake-George Jacob Geisinger Jr.
Jake-George Jacob Geisinger, Jr. passed away at his home in Moses Lake, WA on Friday March 2, 2012, after Lung Cancer Surgery. He was 67 years old, born in New Jersey where he graduated from Bridgeton High and attended Goldy Beacon College. Jake moved to Montana where he resided for many years. He was an avid horse-lover, raised Quarter Horses and ran horse shows. He moved to Moses Lake in 2001. Jake loved being outdoors, gardening, golfing, boating, being retired and playing pool at the Eagles with friends. Jake is survived by his wife Ann whom he married September 2010. Also a sister Mary Louise and husband Tom Lazarozyk, 3 adult children: Jay Geisinger, Kimberly Hale, Christine Dean and 4 grandchildren. A celebration of Jake's life will be held at the end of March at his home in Moses Lake. Memorial contributions may be made to the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, P.O. Box 19024, Seattle WA 98109 in Jake's name (206-667-4399).
PREP BASEBALL: 03/10 Royal 2 @ Cashmere 3
PREP BASEBALL: 03/10 Cascade 1 @ Ephrata 12
PREP BASEBALL: 03/10 Ferris 12 @ MLHS 16
Blanche Kinghammer Haynes
1/19/27 - 2/25/12
Quincy farmer breakfast is Wednesday
Seeking pancake art
QUINCY - The Quincy Valley Chamber of Commerce's Farmer Appreciation Breakfast is set for 7 a.m., Wednesday.
PREP BASEBALL: 03/10 Lewis & Clark 7 @ MLHS 17
Yamamoto wins big at Burke Lake Fishing Derby
Information is sketchy from the Quincy area about the trout derby held at nearby Burke Lake last Saturday. The big winner was Calvin Yamamoto, a Quincy resident, who caught a tagged fish worth $2,000.
State updates permit for irrigation weed control, seeks comment
OLYMPIA - The Washington Department of Ecology (Ecology) invites the public to comment on an updated permit that regulates the use of pesticides to control aquatic weeds and algae in irrigation systems in eastern Washington.
COLLEGE BASEBALL: 03/10 WSU 3 @ UNLV 4
Friday, March 9
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS
Sealed bids, plainly marked "BID FOR R-NE & 31-NE ROAD, CRP11-08 & 11-09", will be received by Grant County at the Office of the Board of County Commissioners located in the County Courthouse
OTHELLO CITY COUNCIL
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
SEPA RULES
DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE
Hacker & Willig, Inc., P.S.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE: Lot E-1, Block 2, Morningstar Villas/Estates Major Plat, according to the plat thereof recorded in Volume 17 of Plats, pages 38 and 39, records of Grant County, Washington.
Ephrata baseball expects to contend
MOSES LAKE - Coach Jason Laugen, now in his 6th season at the helm of the Ephrata varsity baseball program has high hopes for the Tigers this year.
Mayor visits, thanks grade-schoolers
ROYAL CITY - Royal City Mayor Mike Stark went to the Red Rock Elementary School to visit with second- through fourth-grade students who wrote papers describing what living in Royal City means to them for the 50th Birthday of Royal, celebrated on Feb. 14.
People Hid in Fatal Psych Clinic Shooting
Democrat challenges Manweller
MOSES LAKE - A Moses Lake contractor and small business owner has announced his candidacy to represent the 13th Legislative District.
EDITORIAL: Time to go?
The Pentagon reported March 2 that five U.S. military personnel have been found responsible for the inadvertent burning of Korans at a prison in Afghanistan last month that prompted a week of rioting and violence in that country.
RELAY FOR LIFE
Reader congratulates fundraiser winner
Rush to distractions
There's a certain rich irony in the fact that ProFlowers pulled its advertising from Rush Limbaugh's show after he called a birth control proponent a "slut" and "prostitute."
Grant County EDC's Terry Brewer announces retirement
Readies for re-election to Grant County PUD
MOSES LAKE - In Grant County, job creation and attracting new businesses are work synonymous with the name Terry Brewer.
Quincy disabled man asks to park at home
Residence in business area
QUINCY - Quincy officials are trying to find a solution to allow a disabled man and his mother to park in front of his home.
Grant County increases Lee's pay
First raise for prosecutor in four years
EPHRATA - Prosecutor Angus Lee joins other elected officials in receiving a pay raise in 2012.
Today in History for Friday, March 9th
March 1 opener sees lower turnout, but still a winner
My wife, Garnet, and I drove to Martha Lake in the afternoon and found several people fishing and around seven parties with established campsites.
EDITORIAL: Killing Americans
U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder thinks it's legal to kill American terrorism suspects overseas without any judicial review or public notice. It's an astonishing claim to make and a shameful stand for the Obama administration, which came to office pledging to curb such constitutionally shaky excesses.
RELIGION
Readers agree with Doumit
Methodist Church chili feed this Saturday
Annual event to raise funds
ROYAL CITY - Members of the Royal City United Methodist Church remind the public that their annual chili feed will be held this Saturday, March 10, at the Royal City Community Center.
GOP CANDIDATES
Reader upset by how caucus was run
Economy Adds 227K Jobs, Rate Unchanged at 8.3%
The Fishin' Magician: Plentiful fish for the new season
Burke Lake was the busiest on the first weekend of the opening of several lakes in the Quincy area, due to the tagged trout derby, but Quincy Lake also got its share of anglers. Fishing at Quincy wasn't quite as good as the action at Burke. The fact that 120 rainbow of 15 to 18 inches were added to Burke, along with 30 fish weighing from 5 to 7 pounds for the derby may have been a factor.
Big Bond Deal Helps Greece Dodge Bankruptcy
Sheriff Jones warns residents of scams
Says skepticism critical
EPHRATA - If it looks or sounds too good to be true, Grant County Sheriff Tom Jones says it probably is and should be avoided.
WARDEN
Reader asks city about graffiti, speeders
Tiger girls set to hit the links
MOSES LAKE - Hard work and dedication are key for a successful season for a young Ephrata girls golf team in 2012.
Ephrata boys will rely on experience this season
MOSES LAKE - The Ephrata boys golf team is looking to be among the best in the CWAC this season as the Tigers return two state placers to the team.
Popular songstress, band back at George
GEORGE – Kathy Boyd, who has pleased audiences all over, including George, will be the feature artist on Saturday, March 10, in the George Coffee House Concert Series.
Othello discusses council, mayor salaries
May create commission
OTHELLO - Othello is considering setting up a committee to determine the pay for councilmembers and the mayor.
Thursday, March 8
Public Notice
Franklin County Mosquito Control District is seeking coverage under the Aquatic Mosquito Control General Permit.
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON
IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF FRANKLIN IN RE THE ESTATE OF: OPAL HARGER
PUBLIC NOTICE
The South Columbia Basin Irrigation District is providing public notice that it will be applying aquatic herbicides to its irrigation canals, drains, and wasteways in accordance with Washington Department of Ecology Permit No. WAG991000.
City of Moses Lake
Notice of Application and Public Hearing
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY
TO: JAMIE MASON; and anyone claiming a parental interest;
LEGAL NOTICE
The March Regular Board meeting of Grant County Fire District #11 will be held on Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at 12:01 p.m. at Fire Station #1 at Royal Camp, WA. By order of Board of Commissioners, Grant County Fire District #11.
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR CHELAN COUNTY
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JAMES A. GROSS, Deceased.
SEPA RULES
DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE
PUBLIC NOTICE
The Grant County roadside spray program will begin approximately March 19, 2012.
PUBLIC NOTICE
Noxious Weed Consultants of the Noxious Weed Control Board of Grant County will begin inspecting properties on March 19, 2012, in accordance with RCW 17.10.160, for the purposes of general inspection, the taking of specimens of weeds, and the performance of eradication or control work.
Waterville
Edgewood
Pacific
9495 Naples
6801 Tuttle
440 Larchmont
419 Knolls Vista
3782 Thayer Rd
Mother, children escape house fire
Fire crews rescue pets
MOSES LAKE - A mother and her two children evacuated their Moses Lake home when a smoke detector alerted them to a fire.
Auction generates act of kindness
Benefits YOU participants
MOSES LAKE - Spencer Kimbro didn't expect to get a dog when he went to the Youth Outdoors Unlimited (YOU) auction.
Teen allegedly attempts to rape classmate
Bail set at $50,000
EPHRATA - An Ephrata teen is accused of trying to rape a 17-year-old male classmate in an Ephrata motel room.
Health Fears for Japanese in Nuclear Zone
Clara Evelyn Reimer
Clara Evelyn (Franz) Reimer passed away on Sunday, February 19, 2012 in North Newton, Kansas. She was born on the family farm near Lind, Washington, to Julius and Agatha (Dyck) Franz.
Wahluke's Abarca, Baustista make state high school art show
MATTAWA - Seven pieces by area high school artists, including two from Wahluke, have advanced to OSPI's statewide Superintendent's High School Art Show later this spring.
Former Othello candidate requests contract review
Mayor asks for suggestions in writing
OTHELLO - A former Othello city council candidate requested a committee review two city official's contracts.
Moses Lake adopts new streets policy
Plans for all road users
MOSES LAKE - New Moses Lake street projects will soon be required to take all users, not just drivers, into account.
Today in History for Thursday, March 8th
Influenza-Like Illness (The Flu) Outbreak at Hearthstone Inn
MOSES LAKE – The Grant County Health District (GCHD) has been notified of an influenza-like illness (the flu) outbreak in the Moses Lake Hearthstone Inn assisted care/retirement facility.
Nellie Smith
Nellie J. Smith was born on March 5, 1914, and fell asleep in Jesus on February 22, 2012, just twelve days before her 98th birthday. Nellie was born in Crofton, Nebraska but completed high school in Hermosa Beach, California before marrying Glenn Smith on October 4, 1931.
Jurors See Video of Interview in Webcam Spy Case
James Duffey
James "Bud" Duffey, 66, passed away unexpectedly from a massive heart attack on Thursday, March 1, 2012 at his home in Quincy, WA.
Ralph Ernest Van Dyke
Ralph Ernest Van Dyke went home to his dear Savior and Lord on March 1, 2012. Ralph was born in the farm house in Nobleford, Alberta, Canada on February 26, 1924. He was the oldest of 4 children of Aarend and Helen Van Dyke. Ralph grew up on the Van Dyke homestead near Nobleford spending his childhood on the farm and early school years in Rose Butte School, a one room school house in the country. He graduated from Noble Central School in 1942. Ralph married Bertha Van Gaalen in 1948 in Sumas, Washington. They lived on and farmed the homestead with his Dad. A few years' later brother Harry and wife Evelyn became part of the farming business. The first few winters Ralph and Bertha spent in Abbottsford, BC as the house in Nobleford was not suitable for the cold Alberta winters.
Missouri Family Sex Case Charges Being Dropped
Wednesday, March 7
LEGAL NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that Grant County Fire District No. 4 is updating the list for their Small Works Roster.
LEGAL NOTICE
The Moses Lake Police Department is in possession of the following unclaimed property; believed to have been taken in some recent burglaries and thefts committed in Spokane, Washington.
NOTICE OF MEETING
Notice is hereby given that the Governing Board of the North Central Washington Regional Support Network will meet at 10:30 am in the Lincoln County Commissioner's room, 450 Logan Street, Davenport, WA on the following dates and times for calendar year 2011:
Helen Bator
Helen (Rademacher) Bator, 84, was welcomed by the Lord Wednesday February 29th, 2012 at her home, her loving husband of almost 62 years at her side. Helen was born in Yakima, WA on April 2nd, 1927 to Herb and Thelma Rademacher as the second of 7 children (Jean, John, Pete, Melba, Mary, and Sharon).
Officers Honored for Saving Man's Life
State updates permit for irrigation weed control, seeks comment
OLYMPIA - The Washington Department of Ecology (Ecology) invites the public to comment on an updated permit that regulates the use of pesticides to control aquatic weeds and algae in irrigation systems in eastern Washington.
Robot does not find Toya
Sheriff says SARBOT worked well
MOSES LAKE - Search teams utilized a remote control robot to search for missing Moses Lake man Dan Toya at the Potholes Reservoir.
Mom Accused of Being a Madam in NYC
The Fishin' Magician: Prizes at Burke Lake
The Quincy Valley Tourism Association's 2nd Annual Tagged Trout Derby at Burke Lake was a huge success. Anglers were greeted by very heavy winds last Saturday, but it didn't stop them from catching lots of rainbow, including the $2,000.00 grand prize fish! Calvin Yamamoto of Quincy was the lucky angler.
Legislature to increase vehicular homicide penalty
Prosecutor supports bill
EPHRATA - A state bill increasing the penalties for vehicular homicide is heading to the governor.
Today in History for Wednesday, March 7th
Two men shot during alleged marijuana theft
Police find 300-400 plants
MOSES LAKE - Two men were shot in at a home in Moses Lake when they allegedly tried to steal marijuana.
Grant PUD transmission line progresses
Helps accommodate growth
EPHRATA - The Grant County PUD's Columbia-Rocky Ford Transmission line project appears on track to start construction in September.
Special Forces Soldier Dies Trying to Save Kids
Moses Lake to work on streets, water mains
Costs nearly $1 million
MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake is moving ahead on projects to seal up pavement cracks and replace aging city water mains.
CHS Hunger Drive offers lunch for your donations
ROYAL CITY - For the donation of non-perishable foods or money, you are invited to enjoy a hot dog lunch by CHS Harvest for Hunger at the city park on Friday, March 9, from 11 a.m-3:30 p.m.
Tuesday, March 6
STATE OF WASHINGTON
NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO APPROPRIATE PUBLIC WATERS
SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON
In The Matter Of The Estate: MICHAEL JAY BUTE, Deceased
Lawmakers grapple with education ruling
McCleary calls for education funding
OLYMPIA - As state legislators scramble to find a budget consensus prior to the end of the session Thursday, they do so in the shadow of McCleary versus Washington.
Lions drop game to Wolves
Knocked out of medal round
SPOKANE - Moses Lake Christian Academy (MLCA) was ranked No. 2 and riding a 21-game winning streak going into the state tournament this weekend.
Port of Royal Slope improves water system
Goal is to attract business
ROYAL CITY - Port of Royal Slope officials hope upcoming water system improvements attract new business to the area.
FBI Offering $1 Million for Missing Former Agent
Warden Well 5 almost finished
Last test almost at safe levels
WARDEN - The chemical level in Warden's Well 5 dropped to almost safe levels.
Two Arrested in Facebook-Posted Plot
2 School Employees Suspended for Alleged 'prank'
Warriors finish third
Beat Sunnyside Christian
SPOKANE - Four Warriors scored in double figures as Almira/Coulee-Hartline (ACH) beat Sunnyside Christian 61-50 to claim third place at the 1B Girls State Tournament Saturday.
Francisco C. Rodriguez
10/04/1942 - 02/29/2012
Today in History for Tuesday, March 6th
Passed bill supports alcohol raffles
Sponsored by Holmquist Newbry
OLYMPIA - Charitable non-profits will soon be allowed to obtain a license to conduct raffles for prizes of alcohol exceeding $5,000 in value.
Budget cuts worry Warden chief
Cities might pay academy costs
WARDEN - Warden's police chief expressed concern about possible state plans to cut funding for the police academy.
Lodema Jones
Lodema Jones (Dec) 91, longtime resident of Moses Lake passed away Tuesday February 28 attended by her loving husband, Selden. Born Lodema G. Kennerd on May 11, 1920 in Billings, Montana she lived in Billings until she graduated from Billings High School. She met Selden, the love of her life, while working for F. W. Woolworth in Billings. They were married in 1938. Three children followed, Ron Jones, Moses Lake, Gordon Jones, Trafalgar, Indiana and Marcia Hietala, McCall, Idaho.
Monday, March 5
CITY OF MOSES LAKE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held before the MOSES LAKE CITY COUNCIL, at the Civic Center located at 401 S. Balsam at 7:00 p.m. on March 13, 2012 to consider A continued moratorium on medical marijuana collective gardens in the City of Moses Lake.
LEGAL NOTICE
The Grant Count Board of Health will hold a public hearing in the Public Works meeting room at 124 Enterprise St. SE in Ephrata on Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at 7:00 p.m.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: LOT 2, BLOCK 2, MUND'S 1ST ADD
Ordinance No. 2643
An ordinance amending Chapter 18.71 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "Recreational Vehicle Parks"
Big Bend celebrates 50 years in the Columbia Basin
Ball features history, community
MOSES LAKE - People celebrated Big Bend Community College's 50th anniversary at the ATEC building Saturday evening.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Abbreviated Legal: Lot ptn 1, Sub: Quinn Plat
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 March 27, 2012 for the Priest Rapids Water System Improvements more fully described in Contract Documents 230-3343.
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS
CASCADE AND BLUE HERON PARK RESTROOM PROJECT - 2012
KC's Barbershop adds third member to team
Recent graduate joins Royal business
ROYAL CITY - Aaron Cedillo, a recent graduate of the Char-Glo School of Beauty in Moses Lake, has joined the hair cutting team at KC's Barbershop at 125 Camelia St.
Warden man questions graffiti cleanup efforts
Officials say they are working on the problem
WARDEN - A Warden resident questioned officials about removing graffiti around the city.
SE Australia Towns Battling Flood Waters Again
Kirwan joins 'Get Rich Quick' Properties
MOSES LAKE - Marianne Kirwan is now a part-time agent at "Get Rich Quick" Properties in Moses Lake.
New Mexico Crews Try to Reach Child's Body
Businesses benefit from water project
Helps in recruiting efforts
MOSES LAKE - The Port of Moses Lake, City of Moses Lake and the ASPI Group are partnering to build a 12-inch water main along Randolph Road, from 19th Avenue to Tyndall Road.
Water relinquishment bill passed by Senate
OLYMPIA - The Washington State Senate on Tuesday, Feb. 28, unanimously adopted a measure sponsored by Rep. Judy Warnick to amend the current “use it or lose it” law for those waiting in line for an answer on a water rights change.
Today in History for Monday, March 5th
MLIRD bill stalled in House
OLYMPIA - Rep. Judy Warnick, R-Moses Lake, has announced that a bill that would affect the Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District will not move forward.
Raw Video: Pakistan Tests Ballistic Missile
Genie boosts production in 2011
Rental companies a factor
MOSES LAKE - Aerial lift manufacturer Genie Industries, in Moses Lake and Redmond, boosted production by 60 percent in 2011.
Sunday, March 4
Fiber expansion continues in Moses Lake
Crews now in Cascade Valley
MOSES LAKE - While standing in front of their home, Rick and Pat Darling were watching a crew dig holes to lay underground fiber cable.
ACH girls roll over Lopez Island
Win by 57 points
SPOKANE - It wasn't much of a first round contest for the Almira/Coulee-Hartline Warriors at 1B Girls State Tournament at the Spokane Arena last night.
Man serving 26 years for rape
Attacked sister in home
EPHRATA - A Moses Lake man is serving more than 26 years in prison for raping his sister.
Washington comes back to edge WSU 59-55
PULLMAN, WA - Tony Wroten scored 21 points and went 9 of 12 from the free throw line as he led Washington over Washington State in true comeback fashion 59-55.
Public servants honored at Masonic Lodge event
Awards recognize law enforcement, firefighters
MOSES LAKE - Masonic Lodge 174 recognized firefighters and people in law enforcement at the fifth annual Public Service Awards ceremony.
Legislative report on tap for cattle producers
OMAK – A report on the legislative reception in Olympia earlier this month will be one of the discussions at this month's meeting of the Cattle Producers of Washington on Thursday, March 8.
Saturday, March 3
Warden enjoys new hardware store
Fills need in community
WARDEN - After about 20 years without a hardware store, Warden is enjoying the convenience of having one downtown.
Simplot obtains new warehouse
Located in Othello
OTHELLO - A new warehouse is helping the J.R. Simplot Company grow in the areas of storage and customer service.
Charles Eugene Helmick
Charles (Gene) Eugene Helmick, 74, of Ephrata passed away on Sunday, February 26, 2012 in Moses Lake, WA.
Burke Lake tournament scheduled for tomorrow
We would have brought this to your attention in early February, but just learned about it ourselves. The 2012 Quincy Valley Trout Derby is scheduled to begin tomorrow morning at sunrise and continue until 1 p.m.
Tormenting brother gets Slim Jolly the switch
Teasing siblings has been a family ritual since the beginning of time. Slim Jolly continued the practice and then feels the switch. Read on.
MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 03/03 WSU 43 @ USC 38
Silvestre F. Gonzales
Silvestre F. Gonzales passed away on February 29, 2012, peacefully, in Pasco, Washington, at the home of his daughter, Edna Medina. He was eighty-one (81) years old at the time of his death. Services will be held on Friday, March 2, 2012, at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church in Moses Lake, Washington. All are invited to join the family at 1:00 pm in remembrance of Silvestre, and a Mass of Christian Burial will commence at 2:00 pm. A reception to celebrate Silvestre's life will be held at the Moses Lake Event Center at 4:00 pm, 1475 E. Nelson Rd. Bldg C (campus of Moses Lake Christian Academy). 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 in Moses Lake.
Montero looking to develop as a Mariners catcher
PEORIA, Ariz. (AP) - At first glance, it's easy to see the potential in Jesus Montero.
Hunger drive to kick off with barbecue
QUINCY – For the donation of non-perishable foods or money, you are invited to enjoy a hot dog lunch by CHS Harvest for Hunger at the city park on Saturday, March 3, from 11 a.m-3 p.m.
Saturday caucuses include straw polls
MOSES LAKE - Washington State will have a say in the Presidential election process this Saturday, March 3, through a Presidential straw poll conducted by the State’s Republican Party at all precinct caucuses.
Friday, March 2
SUMMARY PUBLICATION
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2012 BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF OTHELLO AND AMENDING ORDINANCE 1352
SUMMARY PUBLICATION
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OTHELLO EXTENDING A MORATORIUM ON THE ESTABLISHMENT OF MEDICAL MARIJUANA COLLECTIVE GARDENS, DEFINING "MEDICAL MARIJUANA COLLECTIVE GARDENS"; PROVIDING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING; ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE, AND PROVIDING THAT THE MORATORIUM, UNLESS EXTENDED, WILL SUNSET WITHIN SIX (6) MONTHS OF THE DATE OF ADOPTION
LEGAL NOTICE
Effective April 1, 2012, Telecom*USA ® will increase 1) your Casual Caller per-minute rate from $1.19 to $1.27, 2) your Operator Service in-state per-minute rate from $0.45 to $0.50, and 3) your Operator Service in-state per-call surcharges as follows:
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
Proposals will be received by the Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County, Washington at Ephrata, Washington until 5:00 P.M. on March 22, 2012 for Professional Services for Graphic Design, Advertising and Website Development, as more fully described in Request for Proposal Document 430-3379.
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS
CASCADE AND BLUE HERON PARK RESTROOM PROJECT - 2012
GRANT COUNTY WATER CONSERVANCY BOARD
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CHANGE/TRANSFER OF GROUNDWATER
LEGAL NOTICE
Effective April 1, 2012, MCI will increase 1) your Casual Caller per-minute rate from $1.19 to $1.27, 2) your Operator Service in-state per-minute rate from $0.45 to $0.50, and 3) your Operator Service in-state per-call surcharges as follows:
Governor candidate McKenna visits Moses Lake
Speaks to need for reforms
MOSES LAKE - Republican Attorney General Rob McKenna visited several Moses Lake locations while on a gubernatorial campaign stop.
EDITORIAL: Budget woes
In case you need another sign of how screwed up Washington is, here you go:
Today in History for Friday, March 2nd
The Fishin' Magician: Spring Fishing
Anglers that look forward to the spring perch fishing at Moses Lake will have to wait a bit longer. The ice is pretty much gone from the lake, but the bite in the vicinity of the I-90 Bridge has yet to develop. No crowds of anglers can be seen in this popular fishing location, but I will stay on top of it to see if it happens this year.
Nichols collects third star
WENATCHEE - Goaltender Robert Nichols was named the third star of the week Monday by the NAHL after he helped the Wenatchee Wild sweep a pair of games from the Topeka RoadRunners over the weekend.
GUEST EDITORIAL: Red Cross month recognizes aid work
WENATCHEE - March is Red Cross month in recognition of the work done by the American Red Cross in communities across the country and around the globe - and of how we depend on public support to help people in need.
COLLEGE SOFTBALL: 03/02 UW 12 vs Delaware 0
Help the Wild pack the house
BCHL brass set to visit Wenatchee
WENATCHEE - John Grisdale, commissioner of the British Columbia Hockey League (BCHL) and Dr. Duncan Wray, president of the league's expansion committee, will be in Wenatchee this weekend and will take in Saturday's game between the Wild and Fresno Monsters.
GAY MARRIAGE
Reader disagrees with letter writer
EDITORIAL: Moving forward
The legal - and vital - movement of people across the U.S.-Mexico border is seldom in the public consciousness. The national discourse is so dominated by illegal entries that we end up defining migration by an illicit act that is, statistically speaking, a gross aberration. The overwhelming number of people who enter from Mexico do so legally in a routine that stands out for its astonishing numbers.
Missing woman found dead
GRAND COULEE – The body of a dead woman was found here on Sunday, Feb. 12, and has been identified as a woman who was earlier reported missing.
First Friday Jam tonight
GEORGE – Friday night, March 2, is the night for the monthly First Friday Jam at the George Community Hall. Admission is free.
Othello, Ephrata continue marijuana moratorium
State, federal governments at odds
OTHELLO - Othello and Ephrata continued moratoriums on adopting building codes for community marijuana gardens.
Chardon Student Charged With Three Murders
EDITORIAL: English-only effort
If you go to the U.S. Small Business Administration's website, SBA.gov, you'll see a "Translate" button in the upper right-hand corner. Proceed to the drop-down menu and click on one of the many languages there and soon you'll be reading - or gazing at - the same SBA material in Greek, Italian, Yiddish, Malay or Maltese, among other possibilities.
Moses Lake extends medical marijuana garden ban
Law 'a confusing mess'
MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake passed the first reading of an ordinance extending a moratorium on medical marijuana gardens.
OIL
Reader concerned about gas, oil prices
MLIRD
Reader confident ESSB 6512 will pass in 2013
Mariners pay tribute to fallen OF, Greg Halman
Player was murdered in the off season
PEORIA, AZ - For Mike Carp and Carlos Peguero, Greg Halman was a brother.
Edward Michael Juchmes
Edward (ED) Michael Juchmes, 65, of Moses Lake went to be with the Lord on February 28, 2012 after a courageous three year battle with cancer.
Warnick's bill lets farmers keep water
Backed by tribes, DOE
OLYMPIA - The Washington State Senate adopted a measure amending the current "use it or lose it" law for people waiting for answers on water rights changes.
John Patrick Goodall
John Patrick Goodall, age 93, a resident of Colville, WA passed away on February 15, 2012 in Colville. John was born on March 27, 1918 in Bakersfield, CA the son of Oswald Patrick and Harriett (Randall) Goodall.
HOMOSEXUAL FRIENDS
Reader asks questions
House passes Holmquist Newbry's vehicle bill
Allows CDL exemption
OLYMPIA - The state House passed a bill clarifying farm workers don't need a commercial driver's license (CDL) when hauling agricultural products and equipment from farms to storage.
GAY MARRIAGE
Reader comments on new law
Grandma Faces Capital Murder in Girl's Death
MABEL THOMPSON
Reader appreciates former teacher
MLIRD
Reader supports law change
GUEST EDITORIAL: Rising gas prices threatens economy
OLYMPIA - What's that old saying? "One step forward, two steps back."
Yelp Shares Surge in Stock Market Debut
Youth hunting organization holding fundraiser
Helps physically disabled children
MOSES LAKE - Youth Outdoors Unlimited is holding its second annual auction Saturday.
First opening day of the year for several lakes
Today is the first day of March, yes, but it is also known as the March 1 Opener, meaning several lakes will open to fishing today.
Thursday, March 1
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON
IN RE: THE ESTATES OF: CRESCENSIANO CUELLO and CESARIA S. CUELLO, Deceased.
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON
Non Probate Estate of: MARIE LAWLER, Deceased.
Notice of Application and Public Hearing
Notice is hereby given that a Conditional Use Permit application and SEPA Checklist received by Grant County on December 7, 2011 from Redland, LLC (Designated Contact: Dean Gill, 501 19th Street NE, East Wenatchee, WA 98802, 509-884-5145) were found to be technically complete on February 22, 2012.
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY
In the Welfare of: SEIRRIA VICKERS
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR CHELAN COUNTY
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JAMES A. GROSS, Deceased.
LEGAL NOTICE
The following ordinances were adopted by the City Council of the City of Connell on February 21, 2012 as follows:
Notice of Public Hearing
Notice is hereby given that the City of Othello City Council will hold a public hearing to consider an application for the development of the Othello Nazarene Church on a parcel of land located in a R-2 Zone.
Today in History for Thursday, March 1st
Grant PUD seeks to change game at Crescent Bar Island
EPHRATA - Grant PUD is attempting to shift the battle over Crescent Bar Island from Federal court to an arbitration board.
Miami Airport Baggage System Delayed
Raw Video: Students March Back to Ohio School
Warden teachers, board finalize contract
Gives teachers TRI days for salary cuts
WARDEN - The Warden teacher's union and Warden School District board tentatively agreed to a three-year contract.
Edwin Glass
Edwin Glass, 65, a resident of Thompson Falls, Montana and formerly of Moses Lake, passed away, Monday, February 20, 2012 in Arizona due to an ATV accident. Celebration of Life service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, March 3, 2012 at the First Presbyterian Church, 1142 W. Ivy. Interment will be at noon, Monday, March 5, 2012 at Mountain View Park Cemetery in Colville, Washington. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a note for the family at
WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 03/01 USC 62 @ UW 55
Teen hiring offered by DOE
SPOKANE - The Department of Ecology's (Ecology) Eastern Regional Office in Spokane plans to hire about 118 teens throughout Eastern Washington this summer to help clean up area roadsides, parks and recreation areas.
Bar investigates prosecutor for conflict of interest
Review recommended
EPHRATA - A bar complaint alleges Prosecutor Angus Lee had a conflict of interest when he assigned a deputy prosecutor to review three cases in 2009.
PUD to avoid fines with hatchery project
Will sidestep Chelan County decision
EPHRATA - Grant PUD commissioners formally agreed to move forward with building the district's spring Chinook acclimation facility along the White River in Chelan County.
