Wednesday, June 30
Two barns
Jack's Bargain Barns were located in Moses Lake and Ephrata in 1965, according to an ad in the 1965 telephone book yellow pages. Speaking of 1965, it's about time for a planning meeting for the 40th class reunion of the Moses Lake class of 1965. The event will take place next year, but what month and on what day?
Tuesday, June 29
Fiber rate increase delayed
Work session to be held Thursday morning
City to sue federal government
Negligence in handling of chemicals reason for suit
Seattle's pick: '7-foot kid with a lot of class'
SEATTLE (AP) — Robert Swift, less than a month out of high school, chose the NBA over college basketball because he felt it would mold him into a better player in a shorter span.
River Dogs shelled by Shockers
Seattle knocks three home runs in 16-4 win
Judith (Judy) Ann Larsen
Judith (Judy) Ann Larsen, 53, a lifelong resident of Moses Lake, passed away Saturday, June 26, 2004 in her home, surrounded by her family. At her request, no services will be held.
Basin leaders meet to talk I-864
Serious effects of possible initiative loom large for several cities
Rangers 8, Mariners 5
SEATTLE (AP) — Alfonso Soriano is having the time of his baseball life and so are the astounding Texas Rangers.
Carmen A. Villarreal
At the age of 75, Carmen A. Villarreal, longtime Warden resident, passed awaay Thursday, June 24, 2004 at Sunbridge Care and Rehabilitation Center in Moses Lake. She was surrounded by her sons and daughters at the time of her passing.
Monday, June 28
Seibel remember one last time
Memories full of rhetoric and remembrance filled the retirement party for past Moses Lake wrestling coach Ron Seibel.
Court decision throws wrench in criminal sentencing
Grant County prosecutor may ask Supreme Court to reconsider
Long ball wins it for River Dogs
Columbia Basin's three home runs clinches High Desert Baseball Tournament
Padres 5, Mariners 1
SEATTLE (AP) — Jeff Cirillo hit a three-run homer against his former team and Adam Eaton pitched into the seventh inning, leading the San Diego Padres to a 5-1 win over the Seattle Mariners.
Body of driver found in pond
Passengers in vehicle apparently got out safely
State Patrol demonstrate use of canines
Canine program relatively new to area
Friday, June 25
Democrats prepare for summer of action
Grant County followers meet to plan their countywide presidential push
Shoemaker surges as River Dogs cruise through Sea Dogs
Columbia Basin wins first game of High Desert Baseball Tournament with 10-1 win
Longtime dancer takes over company
Hirz Dance sets — and becomes — Center Stage
Daschel hopes to keep things rolling at Vision 2020
Chairperson-elect of group said entity is progressing
Carmen Villarreal
Carmen Villarreal, 75, longtime Warden resident, passed away Thursday, June 24, 2004 at SunBridge Care and Rehabilitation.
Seattle takes high schooler in first round
SEATTLE (AP) — Eighteen-year-old Robert Swift is way too young to remember when Jack Sikma was one of the NBA's elite centers.
Food Pavilion moving entrance to parking lot
Remodel made to increase consumer safety
Quincy medical center back on track
After Department of Health shut out new patients last year, critical-access hospital is moving forward
Rangers 9, Mariners 7, 18 innings
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Alfonso Soriano was just trying to put the ball in play. Instead, he knocked the 552nd pitch over the fence to end the longest major league game of the season.
Soap Lake woman challenges PUD president
Hanford-Wiley entry means primary set for Sept. 14
Thursday, June 24
BBCC builds a parkway to the future
Loop around campus to ease traffic flow, pedestrian safety
Spud growers tab Hastings their top 2004 lawmaker
Potato industry names Hastings "Congressman of the Year"
Enumclaw toxin situation not impacting area dairies
Owners being aware, but not living in fear
McKay Healthcare facing closure
Citizens hope to rally to patch budget hole
River Dogs scorch Bellevue
Columbia Basin's Robert Bragg turned out to be a hero for a day.
6 24 05 NRA president explains new fight for average hunter
Tuesday morning I had the honor to have breakfast with Kayne Robinson, the president of the National Rifle Association. It wasn't that we were seated across the table from each other, but rather, we were in the same room with about 500 fellow members of the Outdoor Writers Association of America in Spokane.
Myrtle Marie Swanson
Myrtle Marie Swanson, 102, a resident of Moses Lake since 1946, passed away Tuesday, June 22, 2004 at LakeRidge Special Care Center.
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) Another big sixth inning by the Texas Rangers ended a long dry spell for Nick Bierbrodt.
Rangers 6, Mariners 3
Paul Mason
Paul Mason, 63, Moses Lake resident, passed away Sunday, June 20, 2004 at Deaconess Medical Center in Spokane.
Plastics firm relocating to Othello
Extrustion Technology has been 20 years in the moving
Wednesday, June 23
North Central ESD presents Friend of Children Award
Moses Lake farmer Reid Baker was presented with the prestigious "Friend of Children" Award in Wenatchee June 18.
Manta Rays go full-term
The Moses Lake Manta Rays are finally where they want to be.
Ban on BBQs and Christmas trees delayed
120-day postponement a chance to 're-address the issue,' experts say
'The future of the Moses Lakes of the world is very bright'
'Boomtown' author addresses city leaders, community
Angelica "Angie" Marie Doerr
Angelica "Angie" Marie Doerr, beloved mother, daughter, granddaughter, sister and friend went to be with our Lord on June 20, 2004 at Harborview Medical Center in Seattle, Wash. She is now resting in peace i His loving arms.
Yetta Melcher
Yetta Melcher, age 94, formerly of Odessa, passed away on Monday, June 21, 2004 at the Moses Lake Samaritan Hospital. Yetta Melcher was born July 28, 1909 in Odessa to John and Sophia Trautman Greenwalt.
Rangers 10, Mariners 2
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Rod Barajas has suddenly become a power hitter. Ryan Drese is keeping opposing hitters off balance with his sinker.
Moses Lake steadily improving
Start summer basketball with 19-8 record
Bail request for Raffy's mom denied
Maribel Gomez to remain out on personal recognizance
Initiative on health seeks major changes
I-895 proposes fewer uninsured people, lower premiums, though some are not so sure
Tuesday, June 22
Trails team receives grant to build Heron Trail
The Trails Planning Team was the recent recipient of a $500 grant from the Jim Campbell, Senior Memorial Fund, which is administered by the Columbia Basin Foundation.
Police to receive tech help to enforce stoplights
MLPD tries to put stop to drivers paying no mind to red lights
Shane Chapman
Shane Chapman, 35, lifelong Moses Lake resident, passed away Thursday, June 17, 2004. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 23, 2004 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Rose Street Chapel, with Bishop Jeff Earl presiding. Interment will follow at Pioneer Memorial Gardens.
Has Image
Welcome to Warden
Mariners 5, Pirates 4
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Maybe facing an NL team was what Seattle's Freddy Garcia needed to enjoy something he rarely gets in the American League: some run support.
Virgil Lee Hastings
Virgil Lee Hastings, 74, longtime Moses Lake resident and certified public accountant, passed away Thursday, June 17, 2004 at Lourdes Medical Center in Pasco, Wash.
Realtors spruce up library meeting room, stairwell
Painting done as part of national Community Service Day
Ag reps off on gubernatorial trade mission
Apples, potatoes hope to continue good relations with Mexico
U.S. Open Scores
At Shinnecock Hills Golf Club
Monster bash at fairgrounds
Monster trucks wow fans at the "Tournament of Destruction"
Bits and Pieces
Totem info wanted
Friday, June 18
Latin Connections offers best to all worlds
Restaurant owner breaks into phone, DISH network biz
Star Huskies guard to stay for at least one more season
SEATTLE (AP) — Nate Robinson will be a Husky for at least one more year.
Wilbur Sanchez
Wilbur Sanchez, 95, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Thursday, June 17, 2004 at LakeRidge Special Care Center.
PARC luncheon honors area mentors
Teachers, counselors, and detectives among those recognized
Totem info wanted
The totem is interesting and the has always been in place, that I remember. How about the rest of you? Read on.
A day of surprises in U.S. Open
SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y. (AP) — Now the real U.S. Open can begin.
Volunteers a different kind of energy for MLPD
From ticketing to filekeeping, volunteer work an important tool of department.
The Town of Krupp
Krupp again: Yes, I'm on another Krupp binge. Above is the town as it appeared in 1908 or before. Krupp is also known as Marlin.
MILWAUKEE (AP) For the first time in weeks, the light-hitting Seattle Mariners played longball.
Mariners 6, Brewers 3
Gorge Amphitheatre donates to Boys & Girls Club
Donation funds club's technology program
Donald Dale Pepin
Donald Dale "Donnie" Pepin, Jr., 44, went to be with the Lord on Monday, June 14, 2004 in a single car accident.
Two barns
Jack's Bargain Barns were located in Moses Lake and Ephrata in 1965, according to an ad in the 1965 telephone book yellow pages. Speaking of 1965, it's about time for a planning meeting for the 40th class reunion of the Moses Lake class of 1965. The event will take place next year, but what month and on what day?
Rail car shortage causing grief for state
Potato Commission, Port of Quincy trying for Olympia meeting
North Gateway power center to begin construction
Big box, attendant retailers to increase community growth
Thursday, June 17
Former Huskies QB is happy to be home again in Seattle
KIRKLAND, Wash. (AP) — Brock Huard pulled into a golf course parking lot Wednesday, marveling at the majestic sight of Mount Rainier on a clear day rising over a stand of evergreens.
McKenna hopes to become "the people's attorney"
Attorney General candidate hopes to make changes to office
Foreigner takes over ML wrestling program
Who is Nathan Stanley?
Area author seeks to retrace return steps of Lewis and Clark
Powered parachute flight may take two weeks
BBCC student receives NASP, Gates Scholarships
Nelson Robles, a Running Start student at Big Bend Community College and College Bound participant, was recently honored as one of the recipients of the Northwest Association of Special Programs (NASP) Scholastic Achievement Award.
MILWAUKEE (AP) Manager Ned Yost has reason to be optimistic in his second season with the Brewers.
Brewers 4, Mariners 1
McKay Healthcare seeing changes at the top
Not all happy with the process, though
Wednesday, June 16
A round of golf with Lon Hinkle
Former PGA Tour and now Champions Tour golfer comes to Duel in the Desert
Board allows discussion on freedom of expression policy
But what happened with the Ephrata High School newspaper remains unclear
"My Three Angels" opens at Masquers
Latest play "a story of hope" director says
Pistons 100, Lakers 87
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) — The Lakers left the court in pieces. Karl Malone kept his head down, Shaquille O'Neal absently slapped a few high-fives and Kobe Bryant jogged in late, encased in his own thoughts.
City to contest bill from WSDOT
State department requests city pay for plowing of Broadway Avenue snow
Brewers 3, Mariners 0
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Victor Santos might have solidified his spot in the Milwaukee Brewers' starting rotation.
Carl R. Melcher
Carl R. Melcher, age 89, formerly of Odessa, Wash., passed away on June 14, 2004, in Moses Lake, Wash.
Community college purchases nursery property
Land was part of BBCC's original campus
The show may not go on
Community theater faces an uncertain future
Francisca D. Pjosek
Francisca D. Pjosek, 68, Moses Lake resident, passed away Saturday, June 12, 2004 at SunBridge Care and Rehabilitation Center in Moses Lake.
Gregorio L. Duran, Sr.
Our dear father Gregorio L. Duran, Sr. was called home on June 14, 2004 at Samaritan Hospital in Moses Lake, Wash.
Friday, June 11
Seven Chiefs-for-a-Day honored at courthouse
Program in its fourth year
Turning Moses Lake into a prime tourist stop
Lakefront RV Park puts emphasis on lakeside location
Local fabrics store finds new location 'sew good'
Country Fabrics moves into old Market Place building
Crime report gives MLPD passing marks
UCR brings good news, questions, to local police departments
Cougar Classic on the rise
The Ol' Crimson flag comes to the Columbia Basin
Olympic Stadium gets first test at Greek track championships
ATHENS, Greece (AP) — From the air, the long-awaited Olympic stadium looks like a butterfly. From the ground, it seems to need a little more time in its cocoon.
'There's a lot of confidence in the Moses Lake economy'
Realtors address state of area real estate
Restaurant owner running for PUD commission
Isherwood hopes to guide district into future
Thursday, June 10
Marjory (Prentice) Hurmence
Marjory Hurmence passed away on May 26, 2004 at the Avalon Nursing Home in Othello, Wash. Mrs. Hurmence was born in Omaha, Neb. and was a
Judge: County commission decision 'contrary to law'
Commissioner says judges 'went outside the system' to pay attorneys
Jeter, Garciaparra return; Brown hurts back again
The New York Yankees were all excited about Derek Jeter's return — until Kevin Brown's back locked up again.
2005 Chevrolet promotional pictures taken in Moses Lake
Port hosts crew of photographers looking for space, stone … pond?
More than 100 youths tackle Eastern Washington litter again
SPOKANE—Youth crews in Eastern Washington are getting ready to hit the road June 21 to begin cleaning up the region's littered highways and park areas.
Highway 26 safety project takes off in Othello
State road scene of countless accidents in past three years
Marjorie "Marge" May Owen
Marjorie "Marge" May Owen, 87, longtime Warden resident, passed away Saturday, June 5, 2004 at Avalon Care Center in Othello.
Astros 3, Mariners 0
SEATTLE (AP) — Wade Miller followed Roger Clemens' big outing with one of his own.
Authorities link knife to Ephrata boy's death
EPHRATA, Wash. (AP) — Investigators have linked a knife they found three months ago to the slaying of a 13-year-old Ephrata boy, a Grant County deputy prosecutor said Wednesday.
Peninsula fourth-grader a real hero
Student returns money he found on his school bus
River Dogs drench Heat
Through the drizzle and rain, the River Dogs withstood the Heat.
Wednesday, June 9
Kathryn Mix Ray
Kathryn M. Ray, of Moses Lake, Wash., died Sunday, June 6, 2004. She was born in San Francisco, Calif. on August 6, 1910.
Sage-n-Sun to honor troops
Traditional parade, festivities planned
Evelyn A. Poff
Evelyn A. Poff, 82, longtime Moses Lake resident, went to be with our Lord on Sunday, June 6, 2004 at Samaritan Hospital.
Modeling superstar hits ML
Bruno Santos considered one of the world's top 20 male models
A new addition for Our Lady of Fatima
Catholic church in Moses Lake installs stained glass behind crucifix, ending 10-year wait.
Walking for life, cancer research, hope
Relay for Life begins Friday evening
County commission sets indigent-defense rate, defies judges' order
Found $80,000 will cover conscripted attorneys' fees
Astros 1, Mariners 0
SEATTLE (AP) — Roger Clemens is still unbeaten, still moving up the career victories list and still putting on a great show.
At 41, The Rocket has a perfect 9-0 record
SEATTLE (AP) — There's no rust on The Rocket.
Lakers 99, Pistons 91, OT
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kobe Bryant had to take this shot. He wanted the clock near zero, a longtime rival in his face and the Lakers' destiny on his shoulders.
Tuesday, June 8
Warden schools: where students are the center
Size A school shows the benefits of a student-emphasized atmosphere
Singing the Blues
Yakima Blues force a split against the ML Walleyes
Ila E. Huss
Ila Huss passed away June 3, 2004 after a brief illness. She was surrounded by her family and friends. She was 67 at the time of her death. She began her life September 25, 1936 in Orofino, Idaho, the daughter of Lyle and Leona Coffinet. he was later joined by two sisters and three brothers. They lived on the farm until Ila was around 12 years old. At that time the family moved to the Lewiston/Clarkston area. She attended Clarkston High School.
Paul M. McMains
Paul M. McMains, born November 7, 1904, and surrounded by his loving family, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 6, 2004 at Samaritan Hospital in Moses Lake.
Seventeen vie for Mrs. Washington
Mrs. Clark County wins pageant held in Moses Lake
Potato Commission rings in on EPA, mosquito issues
Motion to dismiss pending, litigation schedule proceeding
Lightning 2, Flames 1
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — No, Canada. The Stanley Cup not only isn't headed north, the Tampa Bay Lightning are taking it south.
89-year-old man is 'oldest flight student in U.S.'
ML farmer Tren Jones earns his wings
PUD bills can be paid at main building
Opening of remodeled lobby, new pay station celebrated
Headline already done
Another Chamberlain is going to play for Marshall University.
Monday, June 7
The longest 6-minute match
Coach and athlete, father and son, the matchup of a lifetime.
Chelan takes Moses Lake tournament
The goats defeat Moses Lake in finals
Accidents, fires: Price of littering goes beyond fines
OLYMPIA - Litter and it may hurt in more ways than people might think. This summer, the state Department of Ecology is continuing its campaign to reduce the amount of litter and garbage that lands on the state's highways by reminding drivers about the fines and dangers associated with their actions.
Pistons 87, Lakers 75
LOS ANGELES (AP) — While the Lakers stumbled and strained through the second half of their first home loss in the playoffs, a few scattered cries eventually grew to a small chorus from the flummoxed crowd.
State seeks comment on which waters to clean first
OLYMPIA - The Washington Department of Ecology (Ecology) is seeking public comment on which polluted water bodies should get cleanup plans during the coming year.
An evening of memories and dreams
MLHS graduates its 2004 class Friday evening
Holmquist and hatchery team up to boost ecosystem
Foot-long rainbow trout released into Moses Lake
Nation to give Reagan a grand goodbye
WASHINGTON — He was never particularly at home in Washington. He believed big government was the bane of the nation, and he preferred weekends at Camp David in the Maryland mountains to the whirl of the capital.
By JIM COUR
Mariners 5, White Sox 4
Friday, June 4
Farmers' Market hits ML again
Annual event opens this Saturday at Civic Center Park
6 4 04 Three upcoming events important to outdoor-minded people
The Columbia Basin isn't lacking exciting events during the late spring and early summer. We have already had two walleye tournaments, one on Potholes Reservoir and the other on Banks Lake.
A new dream 22 times over
Columbia Basin Secondary School graduation a time to reminisce and hope
Othello man dies in farm accident
A tractor accident in an orchard in Adams County killed an Othello man.
Flames 3, Lightning 2, OT
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — OK, maybe the Calgary Flames aren't America's Team — coach Darryl Sutter certainly doesn't think they are. That doesn't mean they can't be Stanley Cup champions.
Falcon Kaikai Ramirez
Falcon Kaikai Ramirez went home to be with the Lord on June 2, 2004. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, June 7, 2004 at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens in Warden.
'Boomtown' author to address Moses Lake
Schultz named town one of top 100 'agurbs'
Arnett Reginald "Reggie" Shaw Jr.
Arnett Reginald "Reggie" Shaw, Jr., 45, passed away May 27, 2004 at his home in Moses Lake. Funeral services will be held in Milwaukee, Wisc.
All eyes on Smarty Jones
NEW YORK (AP) — Smarty Jones appears to enjoy the cameras and attention lavished on him as the Kentucky Derby and Preakness winner.
Ephrata United Methodist Church celebrates 100 years
Music, banquet, tours and special guests planned
Bureau recommends no drawdown for Banks Lake
Local officials laud decision
Walk-er off home run clinches sweep for River Dogs
After a five-inning 10-0 game one win by the River Dogs, led to a game winning walk off home run by Josh Walker in the bottom of the seventh in game two, preserving the series sweep with a 2-1 victory.
Thursday, June 3
Learning history, making history
Chief Moses student goes to national history tourney for the first time
SEATTLE (AP) Josh Phelps thought he hit a sacrifice fly. To his surprise, the ball carried a little farther.
Blue Jays 5, Mariners 3
Review: Child's death exposes recurring, fatal flaws in system
SEATTLE (AP) — State social workers ignored evidence and failed to protect Rafael Gomez, an Ephrata 2-year-old who died last September, according to an outside review that delivers a scathing critique of the state's child welfare system.
Rudi clubbing a different kind of ball
Brandon Swanson
Tiffany Darling accepts job at St. Martin's
Takes assistant head coaching job for ranked Saints program
Rebecca "Becky" Gamez
Rebecca "Becky" Gamez, beloved mother, sister and friend, passed into eternity on February 13, 2004 in San Antonio, Texas.
ML Senior Living Community preparing to open
Facility in process of final licensing
Clifford William Davis, 89, passed away May 27, 2004 in Ephrata, Wash. Mr. Davis was born October 16, 1914 to Jack and Ella Davis in Roy, Idaho.
On October 5, 1946 he married Leona Case in Buckley, Wash. He then later married Grace Hendrickson on October 16, 1980 in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.
A better future takes shape in Mattawa
RV park/farmworker camp set to start construction in 2006, though efforts already underway
Frederick Lawrence "Kal" Kalles
Frederick Lawrence "Kal" Kalles died Friday, May 21, 2004 at his home in Moses Lake, Wash. He was referred to as "Kal" by all his many friends or sometimes "Seahawk Kal." Calling him by his given name was a good way to raise his ire.
Prosecutor wants to try Quincy teen as adult for murder
Mandatory declination hearing scheduled to begin June 15
Wednesday, June 2
Fiber at net loss until 2011
PUD still waiting to hear on federal loan
Blue Jays 6, Mariners 5
SEATTLE (AP) — The Toronto Blue Jays found a way to win without Roy Halladay.
Pistons 69, Pacers 65
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) — When a bad game turned ugly, Richard Hamilton was infuriated enough to make the shot of the night.
Redo for the River Dogs
10 new faces polish 2004 roster
Government begins expanded mad cow testing
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Agriculture Department has begun expanded national testing for mad cow disease, intending to test about 220,000 animals for the brain-wasting condition over the next year to 18 months.
Edward Jay Jenkins
Edward Jay Jenkins, 78, of Othello, passed away in his home, surrounded by his family on May 29, 2004.
Delbert Ervin Busherd
Delbert Ervin Busherd was born August 20, 1921 in Leahy, Wash. He passed away June 1, 2004.
Lack of money carves a hole on city streets
Prospect of more initiatives set to dent maintenance budget
Dale F. Emry
Dale F. Emry, 95, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Monday, May 31, 2004 at SunBridge Care and Rehabilitation Center in Moses Lake.
State's asparagus industry struggling
Automation, reinvention essential to survival
Vision 2020 asks city for support
Staff time, assistance, $25,000 among part of request
Tuesday, June 1
SEATTLE (AP) Ichiro Suzuki struggled in April, then matched a record held by Pete Rose with a spectacular May.
Mariners 6, Blue Jays 2
Ruth Elaine (Strode) Gabert
Ruth Elaine (Strode) Gabert, 81, of Fountain of the Sun, Mesa, Ariz., died peacefully on May 15, after a long battle with cancer. Mrs. Gabert was a longtime resident of Moses Lake, Wash. before moving to Arizona.
Spring Festival rules ML this weekend
Crowds battle 'crazy' weather; turn out in large numbers to annual event
Plane enthusiasts turn out for aviation festival
Goers keep eyes to skies for Army Green Beret jumpers
Fuel spilled from PUD diesel site
2,700 gallons fall to ground
Marion W. Howard
Marion W. Howard went home to be with the Lord on May 26, 2004 at the age of 96. She was born August 9, 1907 in Hamilton, Mont. to William Sherman Wagy and Margaret Ann Whitesitt Wagy.
Delos (Dee) E. Russell
Delos (Dee) E. Russell, 71, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2004 surrounded by his loving family. Memorial services will be held at 1 p.m., Friday, June 4, 2004 at the Moses Lake Alliance Church, 1100 N. Grape Dr., Moses Lake, Wash.
Busy weekend for ambulances at Sand Dunes
Moses Lake hot spot sees 14 accidents during Memorial Day gatherings
Royal finishes a solid third
Kettle Falls takes first at 1A state softball tournament
Lakers 96, Timberwolves 90
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kareem Rush just kept firing that smooth left-handed jumper from 3-point range, and it kept going in.
