Friday, May 28
Indians 9, Mariners 5
CLEVELAND (AP) — The relievers didn't squander a thing. For one of the few times this season, the Indians' brutal bullpen did its job well.
Attorney drops sanctions against prosecutor
Harry Ries no longer wants to be a part of 'petty gamesmanship'
Fruit growers keeping eye on weather
Hail, rain causing damage to crops
Lakers 92, Timberwolves 85
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kobe Bryant drove the baseline, hung in the air a while to draw contact from Minnesota's Michael Olowokandi, then finally flipped the ball over his head toward the basket.
Trufurd D. Walker
Trufurd D. Walker, 84, Moses Lake resident, passed away Wednesday, May 26, 2004 at LakeRidge Special Care Center in Moses Lake.
Huskies coach hopes young team can reach CWS
SEATTLE (AP) — Ken Knutson can't remember exactly how long he's had the little vial of dirt, or who gave it to him.
State Rep. Holmquist returns from Africa
Lawmaker part of delegation that visited nation of Tanzania
Students represent top of high school class
Top 10 say farewell to fave classes, look to future
ML man pleads not guilty to manslaughter
James Castro's trial scheduled to start July 7
Restaurateurs respond to new, incoming buffets
Super China Buffet II coming in June
Harry Llewellyn McDowall
Harry Llewellyn McDowall, 72, longtime Moses Lake resident, went to be with the Lord on May 26, 2004, surrounded by his family at home. He and his wife, Arlene had just returned from their winter residence in Casa Grande, Ariz. to help their daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Duane.
Wednesday, May 26
Samaritan Healthcare selects interim administrator
The Board of Commissioners has selected Phil Sandifer to be the Interim Administrator for Samaritan Healthcare. He arrived at Samaritan on Monday April 24 to start his orientation. He will begin fulltime in the position beginning Tuesday June 1 and will continue through the summer while the Board of Commissioners works with Witt-Keifer, national executive search firm, to recruit a permanent CEO.
Thriller 'Night Watch' offers dramatic twist
Veteran actress Kinch leaves stage for Alaska
Ephrata school newspaper under fire
Administration to review stories prior to publication; adviser resigns
Potato, onion shippers, growers to hold June meeting
Discussion topics include rail car pool, water issues
Raffy's mom pleads not guilty to manslaughter
Trial set for Sept. 28, could be moved back.
"The water is ready "
Aquatic center turns 10, set to make a splash again
Othello golf
Othello played selfish golf at the 2A boys and girls state golf tournament.
Lakers 100, Timberwolves 89
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kobe Bryant had to smile when asked why he didn't look to score in the first half against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Mariners 5, Indians 4, 12 innings
CLEVELAND (AP) — During his final at-bat, Raul Ibanez's only concern was to avoid being embarrassed. He never once considered being a hero.
Tuesday, May 25
Storms leave hay growers under the weather
Quality of product at issue because of moisture
A lesson in safety
Mock car crash highlights dangers of unsafe driving for high school students
Pistons 72, Pacers 67
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — With one stunning leap, Detroit's Tayshaun Prince put the Indiana Pacers in a very unfamiliar position.
Gregoire vows to bring unique vision to state
Candidate for governor says she has track record of getting things done
PUD hears plea for public-records help
Lawsuit has generated requests for thousands of documents
Pint-sized solidarity
Pre-schoolers collect and donate coins for all-inclusive playground project
Victor Allen Stende
Victor Allen Stende, age 65, passed away May 21, 2004 at his Ritzville home following a courageous battle with cancer.
Poor start leaves Mariners struggling for answers
SEATTLE (AP) — They've been one of baseball's top teams in recent years, winning a remarkable 116 games only three seasons back.
UW students launch balloon from airport
Earth and space science class project gets off the ground
Othello's bid for repeat concludes
Once Othello got the engine rolling, it was a little too late.
Friday, May 21
Williamson announces bid for PUD commission
Spending top issue for George irrigator
New Life Auto goes into the muffler biz
Family-run operation revives older vehicles
Following his brother
Joe Perkins prepares for the 1A golf state championship at Columbia Point in Richland
Mariners 11, Orioles 0
SEATTLE (AP) — Ichiro Suzuki is closing in a career milestone that he's trying not to think about.
J. Kathleen Thompson
J. Kathleen Thompson, 77, longtime Coulee City, Wash. resident, passed away Thursday, May 20, 2004 at Deaconess Medical Center in Spokane.
Quincy teen mom charged in baby's death
Girl says rape caused pregnancy and infant was stillborn
Sister city introduces ambassadors
Six students selected to represent city of Moses Lake
China Buffet finally finds home in Moses
Restaurant gives customers new eating experiences
Moses Coulee Watershed selected for 2004 CSP sign-up
SPOKANE WA, May 20, 2004— The Moses Coulee Watershed located in central Washington in Douglas and Grant Counties has been selected as one of the nation's 18 watersheds that will be included in the fiscal year 2004 Conservation Security Program (CSP) sign-up to be held this summer.
Wilma Cannon
Longtime resident Wilma Jewel "Hartley" Cannon lost her battle with a lung disorder on March 25, 2004.
Pistons 90, Nets 69
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) — Jason Kidd's rough night at both ends of the court led to the end of New Jersey's season — and reign atop the Eastern Conference.
Thursday, May 20
Simplot-NORPAC change occurring Friday
Production start-up expected for Monday
The unknowns make themselves known
Moses Lake sends five underdogs to the regional track tournament
Crown Moving makes move of its own
Port installing sprinklers to accommodate
Union continues push to keep Ephrata ambulance
Council holds pat; Grant County 5 to take over at end of week
Police capture fugitive James Castro
Suspect was wanted in connection to April altercation resulting in man's death.
Seahawks visit troops overseas to boost morale
Kirkland - In accordance with the Department of Defense Armed Forces Entertainment Office, Seahawks Alex Bannister and Damien Robinson lead a Seahawks contingent including former Seahawks receiver Paul Johns and the Sea Gals Show Group on a tour of Southwest Asia, including the countries of United Arab Emirates and Qatar from March 24-31.
PUD accuses Benton REA of racketeering
Benton GM: 'We're being victimized' in lawsuit
Richard Lee Rivard
Richard Lee Rivard, 69, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away suddenly of a heart attack late Friday evening, May 14, 2004, after time well spent with friends.
Customers at Ritzville, Colfax to be served by larger DOL
Driver Licensing Offices by mid-June
Wednesday, May 19
Ephrata comes alive against Medical Lake
Score three unanswered goals in the second half
Downtown ML brings back Thursday event
Vendors, specials make for community fun
Panel: Public defense must be fixed throughout state
Bar board chair cites Grant County as prime example of problems
Ephrata Airport hosts aerobatic contest
Public can view Apple Cup 2004 from Port lawn
Orioles 7, Mariners 2
SEATTLE (AP) — Daniel Cabrera thinks he has enough talent to remain in the Baltimore Orioles' rotation.
Pacers 73, Heat 70
MIAMI (AP) — Ron Artest made the Heat's promise an empty one.
Hansen challenges Conley for PUD seat
Fiber buildout, high debt key issues for Grant County man
Growers dismiss low-carb diet as passing trend
Outlook bright for potatoes on dinner plates
Tuesday, May 18
Raffy's Death-Lawsuit,445
Foster mom sues DSHS worker, parents of abused toddler who died
Surviving Mount Rainier climber evacuated
A seriously injured climber, in this image from video, who had been stranded on Mount Rainier in Washington is rescued Monday, May 17, 2004, as an Oregon National Guard helicopter takes advantage of a sudden break in the clouds to retrieve him. Peter Cooley, 39, of Cape Elizabeth, Maine, fell 30 feet early Saturday on Liberty Ridge, one of the most difficult routes up the 14,410-foot mountain. His climbing partner, Scott Richards, 42, also of Cape Elizabeth, was able to reach him, set up a tent, and call for help on a cell phone. (AP Photo/King-TV)
Ida Lizzie Mitchell
Ida Lizzie Mitchell, 71, passed away Monday, May 17, 2004 at SunBridge Care and Rehabilitation, Moses Lake. A memorial service will be held at 5 p.m. Thursday, May 20, 2004 at New Light Church, 8811 Hillcrest NE in Moses Lake. Pastor Ramond Tobin will officiate.
Warden tops all-conference selection
After sweeping through league and districts, the Warden baseball team swept through all-conference selections.
Greene lashes out at Jones, Montgomery
NEW YORK (AP) — Maurice Greene has a message for Marion Jones, Tim Montgomery and anyone else implicated in the latest steroids mess: Deal with the consequences.
WAVE program puts emphasis on vocations
Winners celebrate 20th anniversary of award
Wilmot named Big Nine all-conference team
Kyle Wilmot was a team leader.
Couple asks city to honor drill team
Council hears idea for sign in Moses Lake honoring Molahiettes' three straight titles
Violent crimes edges upward in Washington
OLYMPIA, Wash. — Violent crime in Washington state was up 2 percent last year, including a jump in the rape and aggravated assault statistics, officials reported Monday.
Monday, May 17
Mildred Berschauer
Mildred Berschauer, 90, a 40-year Ephrata resident, died Saturday, May 15, 2004 in Central Washington Hospital following a brief illness.
Warden takes district title
Jorge Reyes pitches three shutout innings in win
WSPC questions salmon in Crab Creek
Irrigation district, stake holder interests both important
Reporter Matthew Weaver melting in the sun.
A rose by any other name still dies from excessive amounts of sunshine
MLHS places fifth in math honor society competition
Moses Lake High School has some of the best high-school mathematicians in the country, as demonstrated by their fifth-place finish in the 2003-2004 Mu Alpha Theta Contest. This national mathematics competition is administered by National Assessment & Testing (http://www.natassessment.com) for Mu Alpha Theta (http://www.mualphatheta.org), a national high-school mathematics honor society. The competition consisted of three rounds in November, January, and March. Each round covered a broad range of topics and difficulties, presenting individual students with fifteen problems to be solved in thirty minutes. Students participated in each round at their school using materials their advisors received by postal and electronic mail, which is how all National Assessment and Testing contests are administered.
Bush heads to heartland of school desegregation
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Bush is marking 50 years of school integration at the symbolic home of the movement, celebrating what became a turning point in national race relations.
A whale of a smile
Smile Quest fights tooth decay in area's youth
Sonny and Zach Garza homer past Quincy
Othello finishes second in districts to Ephrata, the Jacks were eliminated
Lester Klingemann
Lester Klingemann, 88, passed away peacefully Sunday, May 2, 2004, surrounded by his family.
Yankees 2, Mariners 1
NEW YORK (AP) — Kevin Brown was angry.
Friday, May 14
Kennewick stuns Moses Lake
The scenario was perfect for the Moses Lake softball team.
Lakers 74, Spurs 73
SAN ANTONIO (AP) — Tim Duncan avoided the outstretched arms of Shaquille O'Neal by double-clutching a jumper from the top of the key. Once he let the ball go, it thudded against the glass and banked in with 2:44 left, giving San Antonio its first lead since the opening minutes.
Mystery photo
Celebrating 50 years: The mystery photo, above, is of a woman working at a Moses Lake business. So what, you ask? Well the business is celebrating 50 years of serving the Columbia Basin, having opened in 1954. What is the name of the business and who is the person in the photo.
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) Torii Hunter showed his teammates why he'd rather play center field than be the designated hitter.
Twins 1, Mariners 0
State Bar rebukes ML attorney
Larry Tracy admonished for conflict of interest
To Disneyland and back
Today's Generation prepares for annual recital
Mom charged with manslaughter in death of Raffy Gomez
Maribel Gomez will make first court appearance on May 25
The Skaug Bros. challenge
You may have noticed the challenge. It is on the back page of the 2004 Progress edition published recently.
Bacon has been found
Several people responded to the plea for info about Bacon.
Proteccion Azteca works towards Othello safety
Volunteer group hopes to become "eyes and ears" of its community
Multicultural fair hosts music, games, info
BBCC site for celebration of differences
Lil' Boo's offers room to grow on
Children's clothing store opening second unit in Soap Lake
Thursday, May 13
Guns and Hoses, part two
Last year, the Heat walked away with a 26-15 win in the first ever Guns and Hoses football game.
Twins 4, Mariners 3
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Brad Radke gave the Minnesota Twins just what they needed.
James Auto Center parks in a new spot
Ceremony celebrates dealer's expansion, move
Legislators: Little money will be available for local governments
Local state lawmakers are now aware of Grant County's budget troubles.
Soap Lake Conservancy explains the lake to visiting students
On the Shores of Soap Lake Monday, members of the Soap Lake Conservancy shared the secrets of the lake with sixty curious fourth and fifth grade students from Lockwood Elementary School of Bothell, Washington. The car caravan of students, teachers and parents stopped on the East Beach of Soap Lake to study the unusual qualities and life forms of Soap Lake water.
Leonard Trost
Leonard Trost, 65, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Tuesday, May 11, 2004 at Central Washington Hospital in Wenatchee, Wash.
WHS student Yamamoto named Washington Scholar
Grad will study chemical engineering at UW
County faces tough financial times
Early estimate shows $1.4 million hole for indigent defense
Gunpo City relationship leads to new business, ag commitments
Hay, potatoes, fruit subjects of interest in South Korea
5 13 04 A hodgepodge of outdoor activities make for a busy spring
The old saying about time flying by is certainly true this spring. At one point I was anxious for winter to release its grip on the landscape. Today I want time to slow, so the pleasant spring weather could be prolonged.
Wednesday, May 12
Grisly video shows American civilian beheaded in Iraq, killers speak of revenge for Abu Ghraib abuses
BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) — A video posted Tuesday on an al-Qaida-linked Web site showed the beheading of an American civilian in Iraq and said the execution was carried out to avenge abuses of Iraqi prisoners at Abu Ghraib prison.
Scientists find new organisms in Soap Lake water
Value unknown, but conservancy board chair lauds excitement of new discovery
Moses Lake softball players recognized
Moses Lake's Jayme Albrandt, Shalayne Hunter, Heather Coulter and Tracy Reed were named to the 2004 Big Nine all conference fastpitch team.
Congressional potato purchase request finds controversy
Adding spuds to school lunches a matter of timing
Royal takes two from Warden
Bill Barker gets win No. 399 in the process
Mariners Moves,230
Mariners put Soriano on DL
BBCC College Bound student earns scholarship
Elizabeth Pacheco, a Moses Lake High School senior and participant in the BBCC College Bound program was recently honored as the second recipient of the annual Pearl M. Hill Memorial Scholarship. She is the daughter of Maria Pacheco from Moses Lake.
"Macbeth" opens Thursday at MLHS
Students bring to life Shakespearean classic
Tuesday, May 11
Reaching 400
Bill Barker is coming up on milestone win No. 400
Evelyn Ross
A memorial service for Evelyn Ross will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 15, 2004. The service will be held in the conference room at the First Presbyterian Church, 1142 W. Ivy Street in Moses Lake.
The story of golden grain in Adams County
The Pioneer edition
Bulldogs scoring leader Turiaf to return for senior year
SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) — Gonzaga University scoring leader Ronny Turiaf says he'll return for his senior season.
Bacon seeks location of namesake town
This column has the ability to link the past with the present. In fact we have accomplished such feats many times.
ML search for 7E7 suppliers continues
Relations in Gunpo City may lead to eventual plant
Erling R. Bolin
Erling R. Bolin, 78, of Warden, died on May 8, 2004 at the Samaritan Health Center in Moses Lake.
Etta Laura Smith
Etta Laura Smith, 95, Warden resident, passed away Sunday, May 9, 2004, at Avalon Care Center in Othello.
Dino Rossi to visit Moses Lake
Candidate for governor wants to lead "entire state" if elected
Timberwolves 114, Kings 113, OT
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Kevin Garnett already had the smile, the scintillating game and the MVP award — and when he calmly hit a fallaway jumper in the dwindling seconds of overtime, his fans had their first unforgettable playoff memory.
More photos, hearings on abuse coming as administration works to control fallout
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Army general who first investigated prisoner abuse in an Iraqi prison told Congress on Tuesday the mistreatment resulted from faulty leadership, a ”lack of discipline, no training whatsoever and no supervision” of the troops.
PUD officials debate accepting loan funds
Dept. of Ag has received application, but opinions differ on whether to take debt
New youth pastor 'works behind the Bible'
Brent Mackie finds ultimate church at Immanuel Lutheran
Friday, May 7
Baseball reverses course: Spider-Man ads on bases don't fly
NEW YORK (AP) — Even before he got on base, Spider-Man was picked off.
ML man drowns at sand dunes
Death was accidental, deputy says
Knolls Vista educator wins Teacher of the Year award.
Second consecutive year a teacher from that school takes the honors
Moses Lake trio honored at National Wrestling Hall of Fame
Moses Lake has seen a lot of good wrestling over the past 50 years.
Eyman hopes I-892 gamble will pay off
Businessman gathers support and criticism in Moses Lake
Lake clean up produced 30 tons of litter
The March 20 lake clean-up has been termed a success by all involved. Indeed, the 300 volunteers and organizers of the event deserve a another pat on the back for their efforts.
Mariners 2, Twins 1
SEATTLE (AP) — Freddy Garcia has mastered his slider, and now he's finally got a satisfying victory to go with it.
Dale Lee Hansen
Dale Lee Hansen, 20, passed away Thursday, May 6, 2004 in Moses Lake. Graveside services will be held at Pioneer Memorial Gardens at 2 p.m. Monday, May 10, 2004.
Remembering Dietzen's Thriftway Market:
Located in the Vista Village Shopping Center, Dietzen's Thriftway Market featured "everyday low prices" and "Where every customer is important." The ad, above left, appeared in a cookbook published by the Moses Lake Woman's Club. We will feature recipes and ads from the book in future weeks. The cookbook is courtesy of Bill Ecret.
Aalways coming in first
Aaxon Realty strives to become 'family realtor'
Arthur Robert Mahn
Arthur Robert Mahn, 67, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Thursday, May 6, 2004 at Samaritan Hospital.
Sheriff seeks action against operators of Mattawa daycare centers
Social services department slow in investigating payments to illegal aliens, De Trolio says
Insurance agents open moving company
Columbia Basin Movers covers ML area
Thursday, May 6
Futuristic dreams come alive at the MAC
Exhibits, drawings, and robots to flood city museum for the next six weeks
Another split for Big Bend Vikings battle Spokane 14 innings in game two before falling 4-3
Everything seemed to be in place for the Big Bend Vikings to sweep Spokane on Wednesday.
FBLA students find success at state
Three students to compete at nationals in July
Merritt Ashley
Merritt Ashley, 31, of Provo, Utah, had his life cut short unexpectedly on April 24, 2004. Funeral services were held under the direction of Cloverdale Funeral Home, Boise, Idaho.
WorkSource manager appointed to gubernatorial committee
Dixon will work issues in disabilities, employment
Jobs will go up in smoke with statewide smoking ban
Anti-smoking activists have launched an initiative campaign to enact a statewide smoking ban in all public places and private businesses with employees. Proponents say a statewide ban would improve health and level the economic playing field for everyone.
Ephrata confirms end of ambulance service
Union seeking legal action for laid off employees
Lester C. Klingemann
Lester C. Klingemann, 88, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Sunday, May 2, 2004 at SunBridge Care and Rehabilitation Center in Moses Lake.
Wednesday, May 5
Miriam Kathryn Washburn
Miriam Kathryn Washburn, of Royal City, Wash., passed away in Moses Lake, Wash. on April 30, 2004 at the age of 84.
Moses Lake splits with Richland
Chad Hunter knows how to help himself out.
Bank of America renovating space for new business
Branch's new look
Juliam Villarreal, Jr.
Julian Villarreal Jr. died at his home in Kennewick, Wash. at the age of 39. Holy rosary will be prayed Thursday, May 6, 2004, 6 p.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Othello, Wash.
Othello entity adopts Marine platoon in Iraq
Hispanic chamber of commerce takes step aided by family of local resident
Mariners 4, Twins 3, 16 innings
SEATTLE (AP) — The Seattle Mariners would rather win in nine innings.
Grant helps sheriff's office patrol dunes
Greater police presence expected for Memorial weekend, chief deputy says
Ron Sims hopes to come full circle in November
Candidate for governor wants to replace Locke, the man he replaced as King County Executive in 1996
PUD commissioners release fiber funds
Telecom department now under direct control of general manager
Samaritan Healthcare boards look back at growth
Future looks bright for 'moving and shaking' community
Bonds unfazed by BALCO investigation, talks of retirement
NEW YORK (AP) — Barry Bonds was adamant: Baseball's steroids scandal has not affected him one bit.
Tuesday, May 4
Rod Meseberg tournament sees success
About 139 teams showed up to participate in the second annual Rod Meseberg Spring Walleye Classic
Pistons 78, Nets 56
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) — Tayshaun Prince said what the Detroit Pistons wouldn't before their series with New Jersey.
Port of Ephrata to use FAA grant for runway rehab
Crosswind runway 'critical to aviation operations'
Frances Elizabeth Womack Rigsby
Frances Elizabeth Womack Rigsby, born in Manning, Ark. on January 5, 1922, died of congestive heart failure on May 3, 2004 at her daughter's home in Moses Lake, Wash.
Arthur Walter Kulm
Arthur Walter Kulm, age 79, passed away at his home on May 1, 2004 after a year-long battle with pancreatic cancer.
Fair housing an issue after 36 years
Milestone law celebrated while discrimination is still nationwide problem
Outreach librarian receives grant
Money buys new van, books
PUD manager appoints two assistant GMs
PUD treasurer, fisheries scientist to assume extra duties
Price of milk on the rise
Increased costs will benefit family dairies
Monday, May 3
Celebrate Kids Festival invaded by enormous spuds
Families turn out for face painting, exhibits, singing hydrant
Spurs 88, Lakers 78
SAN ANTONIO (AP) — Shaquille O'Neal says his team got a good look at the San Antonio Spurs in Game 1 of their second-round playoff series. Next time the Lakers will be ready.
Arthur W. Kulm
Arthur W. Kulm, 79. lifelong Lind resident, passed away Saturday, May 1, 2004 at his home.
Same result, new accomplishment
The drought is over.
Bath time for Moses Lake, again
City wide clean up a popular mixture of community spirit, hard work
Frances E. Womack Rigsby
Frances E. Womack Rigsby, 82, Moses Lake resident, passed away Monday, May 3, 2004 in Moses Lake.
A Mother's Day gift from Columbia Basin Allied Arts
CBAA's final show of the season, The Truth About Daughters, plays tomorrow evening
Meet Naomi Talbot, Moses Lake's Junior Miss 2004
Thirteen contestants present summer sizzling entertainment
DETROIT (AP) The Seattle Mariners got a solid pitching performance from Gil Meche and let their bats take care of the rest.
Mariners 12, Tigers 2
Mother's Day and Mounds bars
Mother's Day. It's one of the biggies, right up there with Christmas or Valentine's Day.
PUD officials laud proposed salmon policy
Hatchery fish inclusion would better recognize PUD's fish-recovery efforts, says commission president
