Regional college sports schedule for Nov. 15-21
MOSES LAKE – Check out this week’s college sports schedule, complete with basketball, cross country, football, soccer, tennis and volleyball events for Big Bend, Central Washington Eastern Washington, Gonzaga and Washington State.
Jewel "Casey" Ann White (Routson)
1942 – 2024
Jewel "Casey" Ann White (Routson), 82, passed away peacefully at home with loved ones November 5, 2024. She was born to Lucille and Chester A. Routson in Leavenworth, Washington June 23, 1942. Growing up in Peshastin, Washington, she looked up to her two big brothers. In her early years, she spent her summers at Camp Zanika Lache. She graduated from Peshastin-Dryden High School in 1961 and went on to graduate from Central Washington University in 1966.
‘Wonderful people’
Fabric Patch community contributes more than $52,000 to fight cancer.
EPHRATA — The Fabric Patch’s breast cancer auction was not your typical fundraiser. There was no expensive venue, no banquet, no volunteers pouring wine or selling raffle tickets. Just a camera, a few dedicated women, and thousands of bidders.
Keep food safety in mind this Thanksgiving
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Turkey is the most popular dish during Thanksgiving celebrations, yet there are many inexperienced cooks who will be in the kitchen. The U.S. Department of Agriculture is encouraging consumers to practice food safety throughout the entire Thanksgiving process, from the grocery store to the dining table.
LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: A double thank you
I was pleasantly surprised Monday morning while driving in to work. As I turned right onto East Broadway in Moses Lake, I was greeted by an array of American flags. I thought perhaps it was just the ag businesses in that area, but our nation’s banner fluttered in the wind from the time I got off of SR 17 until I made it to the office.
ACSO arrests Moses Lake man for suspected burglaries
MOSES LAKE – A Moses Lake man was arrested on suspicion of burglary Tuesday.
Cougars fall to Manson, defeat Forks at state tourney
YAKIMA – After clinching a state berth on Saturday, the No. 15 seed Warden Cougars faced a touch matchup in the opening round of the 2B State Volleyball Tournament on Wednesday, falling 3-0 to the defending state champion and No. 2 seed Manson.
Wide-ranging discussion on taxes, revenue by Moses Lake council
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake City Council approved a 1% increase in its property tax assessment Tuesday, but not without a wide-ranging conversation about taxes, revenue and city projects. The vote was 5-2 with council members Deanna Martinez and Don Myers voting no. City Finance Director Madeline Prentice estimated the increase would add an average of $68 per year to the tax bill for property worth $300,000. Along with the 1% increase, that includes an estimated increase in assessed property value in the city and what Prentice called “banked capacity.”
Moses Lake 2025 budget projected at $119 million
MOSES LAKE — The city of Moses Lake is projected to spend about $119.62 million in 2025, an increase of about $13 million from 2024. That includes an increase of about $8 million in capital projects. The preliminary budget was presented to the Moses Lake City Council at its regular meeting Tuesday; city residents will have a chance to comment on it during a public hearing at the Nov. 26 council meeting. Balancing the 2025 budget will require a transfer from the city’s reserve funds. City Finance Director Madeline Prentice said during the budget presentation that the projected city revenue is about $107 million. That will require the transfer of about $15.87 million from the reserves to balance the budget.
Eagles battle Pe Ell, Walla Walla Valley at 1B state tournament
YAKIMA — No. 13 seed Soap Lake opened the 1B State Volleyball Tournament with a win over No. 20 Pe Ell, advancing past the loser-out game with a 3-0 sweep of the Trojans. “They were ready to go,” Soap Lake Head Coach Niki Noble said. “They wanted to come out and win and show that we deserved to be placed where we are. Have a strong game and a strong win.” The Eagles jumped out to an early 8-2 lead, headlined by a 6-0 scoring run; after doubling up Pe Ell with a 16-8 lead, the Trojans cut the lead to 18-12 late in the set. Following an ace by Soap Lake junior Mylee Dana, the Eagles scored the set's final five points to win 25-12, taking a 1-0 lead in the match.
$3,300 in grants to go to various Grant Co. school districts
GRAND COULEE — The Friends of the Lower Grand Coulee have been awarded classroom grants for the 2024 to 2025 school year. Each year the FLGC awards a minimum of ten teacher classroom grants with the help of North Central Education Foundation. The grants so far total $3,300 and will assist Soap Lake School District, Ephrata School District, Moses Lake School District and Quincy School District. The funding will help support around 200 students, according to a statement from the FLGC. The activities funded include a Colville Tribes field trip, a study of history, culture and importance of salmon habitat, butterfly life cycle, plant growth in partnership with Washington State University Master Gardener Outreach, rover exploration missions and more.
Moses Lake resident booked for alleged sexual assault of a minor relative
MOSES LAKE — Jason Klein, 34, Moses Lake resident was booked into Grant County Jail on several charges related to sexually assaulting a juvenile relative over several years, according to a statement from Grant County Sheriff’s Office. Klein was booked for charges of second-degree rape of a child, two counts of third-degree rape of a child, commercial sexual abuse of a minor and first-degree incest. GCSO detectives were notified by the 15-year-old victim Nov. 1, and a search warrant was served to Klein’s home. The detectives found evidence corroborating the victim’s statements and Klein was booked on the allegation.
Ephrata High School expands parking lot from donations
EPHRATA — The Ephrata High School received an upgrade to its softball and soccer parking lot. Tommer Construction and Stevens Hay donated $25,000 in labor and supplies to expand the lot and make it more accessible to families and fans. "We are incredibly grateful to Tommer Construction, Stevens Hay, and the Enforcers Softball Program, whose connections helped make this project possible," said Bryan Johnson, Ephrata High School Athletic Director. "Their generosity has provided a much-needed upgrade that will make the complex easily accessible to more people. This donation also allows the district to allocate resources that would have been used on this project toward other initiatives that directly benefit our students."
Port of Ephrata passes budget, updates on new fuel
EPHRATA – The Port of Ephrata Commissioners met Tuesday night to pass its 2025 budget including the tax levy. The board also discussed the Jet-A fuel project and the annual track inspection.
Soap Lake City Council calls special meeting
SOAP LAKE — The Soap Lake City Council is calling a special meeting this Friday at 5:30. The agenda for the meeting includes an executive session for current or potential litigation. The meeting will be held at the Soap Lake Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center at 301 Daisy Street North as the Soap Lake Community and Senior Center, where the council normally meets, is booked for another event. The Columbia Basin Herald will have an updated story after the meeting if action follows the executive session.
Legals for November, 14 2024
John Dailey Pryor
September 4, 1939 – November 7, 2024
John Dailey Pryor, 85, of Moses Lake, Washi., passed away Nov. 7, 2024. Born on Sept. 4, 1939, to Delbert Pryor and Viola Beck in Indianola, Okla., he was the seventh born of 11 children. John's early years were marked by a trajectory from a cotton picker in Oklahoma to a skilled jet engine mechanic at Larson Air Force base where he served honorably from May 2, 1957, to May 1, 1961. Following his military service, John's career path led him through various industries, including working at Moses Lake Feed Mill, U&I Sugar, AAA Ready Mix, local dairies, McAtee & Heath and as a lounge manager.
Kristen Lynn Vedder
August 22, 1971 – November 6, 2024
Kristen Lynn Vedder unexpectedly passed away due to complications from an ongoing battle with cancer Nov. 6, 2024, at Sacred Heart Medical Center, Spokane, Wash. She was only 53 years old. Her family is deeply saddened by her sudden death. Kristen was born on Aug. 22, 1971. Kristen is survived by her parents, Timothy A. Vedder II and Debora K. Vedder, and forever remembered by her siblings, Tim Vedder III, and his wife, Shari Vedder, Matt Vedder and his wife, DeAnn Vedder, Cindy Hawk and her husband, Martin Hawk, and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Kristen was preceded in death by her grandparents Tim and Bette Vedder of Chewelah, as well as John and Beverly Murphy of Spokane.
Serving the unseen
His Helping Hands helps people in need stay warm through the winter
EPHRATA — Cold weather and a tough economy can be a nasty combination, and sometimes people fall unseen through the cracks.
Vets honored at Ephrata parade
EPHRATA — It wasn’t a huge crowd that turned out for the Veterans Day parade in Ephrata, but it was a reverent one.
