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Lillian C. Richardson

Lillian C. Richardson died October 8, 2004 in Moses Lake, Wash. She was born July 3, 1913 in Billings, Mont., the 11th of 13 children to Frederick and Amelia Unger. At an early age, she moved with her family to Missoula, where she attended school.

A little extra preparation

Ephrata works out kinks for the playoffs

Cougars let one slip on by

But Warden makes playoffs on convoluted disqualification

Optimism high at newly named Best Western Lake Inn

Hotel retains 99 percent, anticipates changes under new ownership

Lena Howard

Lena Howard, 94, passed away September 30, 2004 at SunBridge Nursing Home in Moses Lake, Wash. after a short illness.

Java and All That Jazz reopens under new owner

Parks is familiar, welcome face behind the window

Handwriting is brain writing

Local man offers graphology course

Quick goals equal win for East Valley

EPHRATA - It all happened so fast for East Valley that the rest of the game turned into a Texas hold'em.

Alta Lucille Beus

Alta Lucille Beus, 90, passed away peacefully at her home in Othello, Wash. on October 25, 2004.

Two-year levy crucial to McKay's future

Voters to decide Nov. 2

Dino Rossi brings his vision to ML

Six days before election, GOP's candidate for governor confident in victory

Washington goes from top to bottom in a short time

SEATTLE (AP) — The Washington Huskies have fallen with an embarrassing thud, dropping a once-elite program that shared the national championship in 1991 to the cellar of the Pac-10.

Red Sox 3, Cardinals 0

ST. LOUIS (AP) — They are now forever a part of New England lore, names such as Pokey Reese right up there with Paul Revere and Plymouth Rock.

Taking the right frame of mind

Moses Lake swim team groups up for district meet

Council questions tax exemptions for multi-family housing

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake City Council again tabled a plan that would give tax breaks to landowners and future developers, citing concerns about the proposed land area.

Martinez wins Clemente Award

ST. LOUIS (AP) — Retiring Seattle Mariners designated hitter Edgar Martinez won the Roberto Clemente Award for excellence on the field and in the community.

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Clem M. Haney

Clem M. Haney, 69, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Saturday, October 23, 2004 at Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane, Wash.

Farmers revisit mustard green manure field day

Tilling plant underneath soil has many benefits

William E. Archambeau

William E. Archambeau, 68, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Saturday, October 23, 2004 at his home.

After three-game skid, Holmgren looks for answers

KIRKLAND, Wash. (AP) — Matt Hasselbeck never performed like this last season. Seattle's defense, slowed by injuries, didn't look so vulnerable through the first three weeks.

Public invited to witness elections

County officials invite people to watch tabulation of votes

John D. Sumner

John D. Sumner, 85, longtime Moses Lake businessman, passed away peacefully Friday, October 15, 2004 at SunBridge Special Care Center in Moses Lake.

Soap Lake dreams of better downtown

Meeting informs citizenry of plan to give area a facelift, and possibly a giant lava lamp

Turner letter puts kibosh on PUD provider's plans

EPHRATA — The Grant County Public Utility District will not be able to add any new video service providers to its signals, but PUD authorities say current subscribers to two Grant County service providers are not in danger of losing CNN, TNT and the Cartoon Network.

Even the smallest statue can be monumental

On my way to class most mornings during four years in Missoula, Mont., I walked by the same statue.

2005 ML budget keeps status quo

Preliminary budget brings good and bad news, Gavinski says

Bengals 23, Broncos 10

CINCINNATI (AP) — The ball was in the air and Champ Bailey was on the ground, watching Chad Johnson pull away with no one between him and the end zone.

Crews recover all 10 bodies in rugged terrain at Hendrick crash site

PATRICK SPRINGS, Va. (AP) — Crews on all-terrain vehicles on Monday recovered the bodies of all 10 people killed in the crash of a Hendrick Motorsports plane that was carrying family and friends of one of NASCAR's top syndicates.

Too good to be true? Red Sox halfway home

ST. LOUIS (AP) — Pedro Martinez on the mound. A confident, yappy bunch. A 2-0 lead, halfway to the World Series championship.

Grant C. Nelson

Grant C. Nelson, 92, of Quincy, Wash., passed away October 22, 2004 at the family home in Quincy. Grant was born on April 21, 1912 to Frank A. Nelson and Nellie (Churchill) Nelson in Mt. Vernon, Wash.

Determination ends a drought

Othello beats Kiona-Benton for first time in seven years

'Apprentice' contestant settles in for Q&A at BBCC

Jackson shares prescription for success, experiences

Job Corps heeds call to meet job shortages

CBJC to consider expanding health care programs

Cardinals 5, Astros 2

ST. LOUIS (AP) — Jim Edmonds made a circus catch. Jeff Suppan outpitched the Rocket. And Albert Pujols and Scott Rolen came through, yet again.

Wilson Creek rejects MLCA

Slow start against Wilson Creek stalls Moses Lake Christian Academy

New locksmith business opens doors — literally

Jim's Lock Service keys into area

Mariners pick an experienced manager this time

SEATTLE (AP) — The Mariners gambled and went for an inexperienced manager after Lou Piniella left Seattle for Tampa Bay two years ago. Not this time. This time they got a veteran with lots of experience.

Moses Lake fetes new Home Depot store

Mega chain opens doors with board cutting ceremony

Red Sox 10, Yankees 3

NEW YORK (AP) — It was a strange sight indeed, the Boston Red Sox jumping with joy in Yankee Stadium.

Cardinals 6, Astros 4, 12 innings

ST. LOUIS (AP) — When he misses with his big uppercut, Jim Edmonds can look utterly lost at the plate, as if he's swinging at shadows. After striking out his previous two at-bats, the St. Louis star struck back.

Gregoire tours eastern Wash., assails Rossi

State attorney general said Republican opponent's record speaks louder than his words

Experts see bright future for Soap Lake

Downtown revitalization workshop scheduled for Monday

Japanese aerospace exhibition nets positive attention for county

Trip exceeded GCEDC executive director's expectations

Wenatchee edges Moses Lake

The Moses Lake swim team led at the break, but Wenatchee pulled off a win at the end to remain unbeaten in the Big Nine.

Ellen B. Olsen

Ellen B. Olsen, 90, Moses Lake, Wash. resident, passed away Monday, October 18, 2004 at Samaritan Hospital in Moses Lake. Memorial services were held early Wednesday at Kayser's Chapel of Memories with Pastor Jody Bowser officiating.

Defensive strengths, offensive woes

North Idaho sweeps Lady Vikings in dominant fashion

Bond seeks new pool for Othello

After failing last year, city leaders optimistic it will pass Nov. 2

Royal reversal

Knights stage cardiac comeback against Warden

Senator to address CBDL's annual meeting

Some stake holders at 'crisis stage' with water

Turmoil continues at PUD

Flint responds to Beckett letters, denounces anonymous "blackmail" e-mail

Evelyn Claassen

Evelyn Claassen, 87, a 62-year resident of Marlin, Wash., died Friday evening, October 15, 2004 at home. She was born September 15, 1917 in Ruff, the daughter of Andrew and Wilhelmina (Franz) Jantz.

From Sudan to the Basin

Job Corps graduate from Africa shares his story of success, determination

Potato conference to remain Grant County through 2008

Moses Lake selected for effort, access, cost-effectiveness

Red Sox 5, Yankees 4, 14 innings

BOSTON (AP) — David Ortiz had just lifted the 471st pitch of the night into center field for the winning hit, setting off another wild celebration, just as improbable as the one he started the night before.

Rice will get fresh start with Seahawks

ALAMEDA, Calif. (AP) — Jerry Rice is leaving the Bay Area, where he quickly developed into the greatest receiver in NFL history with a relentless work ethic that still defines him today.

Astros 3, Cardinals 0

HOUSTON (AP) — In a series ruled by sluggers, it was hard to imagine Brandon Backe and Woody Williams would slow them down. They did more than that, hooking up in one of the greatest October duels ever.

Feliberto C. Rodriguez Jr.

Feliberto C. Rodriguez Jr., 53, of Moses Lake, Wash., passed away Sunday, October 17, 2004 at his home in Moses Lake. He was born February 20, 1951 to Feliberto and Octaviana Rodriguez in Dilley, Texas.

Mural mends fences

Ceremony celebrates completion of Chief Moses Mural

Homecoming celebration

Moses Lake no match for struggling Davis

Home Depot opens in Moses Lake Thursday morning

Sneak-peek ceremony planned for Wednesday evening

Being a good neighbor

Stepfather and stepson join together to save family

2004 homecoming 'a week full of spirit'

Maria Hamm and Brady Coker crowned homecoming king and queen of Moses Lake High School

Quincy loses heartbreaker

Jacks' big plays not enough to put down Pioneers

Dorothy Grace Starzman

Dorothy Grace Starzman, 78, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Sunday, Oct. 17, 2004 at her home. Cremation arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel and Crematory, Moses Lake.

Lind-Ritzville shuts out Wilbur Creston

Lind-Ritzville was able to capitalize on its running game and blasted by Wilbur Creston in a 39-0 win.

Seniors night to shine

Chiefs dominate Eastmont in three games

'Apprentice' contestant to use boardroom analogy

Jackson will speak Oct. 21 at BBCC

GC 2005 budget facing serious shortfall

Commissioners ask officials to prioritize expenses, ask citizens for ideas

Hastings, Matheson to clash in four debates

Tri-Cities, Yakima, Wenatchee and ML the sites

Day spa finds 'Serenity' in name change

Business offerings include waxing, rehab massage

Ephrata defeats Cascade

Ephrata takes down Cascade in a three game win, taking the match 25-22, 25-15, 25-21.

Eisenhower swims past Chiefs

Chiefs get state qualifying time in 200-free relay

Eclectic offerings abound in A-Z The Store

Business prides itself on unique merchandise

Olerud paying big dividends on small investment

NEW YORK (AP) — John Olerud was salvaged from the baseball scrap heap at a bargain basement price. Now he's paying off big for the New York Yankees.

Murray seeks Latino vote in Yakima

U.S. Senator hears concerns, praise from group leaders

Holt struggles to adjust from winner to loser

MOSCOW, Idaho (AP) — A year ago, Nick Holt was helping coach Southern Cal to a share of the national football championship.

Basin GOP, Dems analyze third debate

Followers stick to party lines after last battle of candidates

Floyce A. Kaddatz

Floyce A. Kaddatz, 91, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Thursday, October 14, 2004 at LakeRidge Special Care Center in Moses Lake.

Flu queue pushes center to open early

Pioneer Medical Center in ML administers flu vac to more than 700 high risk patients Wednesday

Cardinals 10, Astros 7

ST. LOUIS (AP) — Lance Berkman is certain the Houston Astros are going to score plenty in the NL championship series. Stopping the St. Louis Cardinals, now that's trouble.

Dan Fossen

Dan Fossen, 57, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away surrounded by family at his home on Tuesday, October 12, 2004 after a long, courageous battle with diabetes. At the family's request, no services will be held at this time.

BMX Track nears completion

Two years of work yield national-caliber facility, experts said

Pasco blanks Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - It started out evenly matched until Pasco pulled away.

Rossi, Gregoire clash in Yakima

Capitol Theatre the site of hard-fought debate Tuesday night

Port heading to Leavenworth for annual retreat

Goals, budget to be determined for coming year

Chiefs leave Kamiakin in wake

Moses Lake claims first in nine out of 12 events

Soap Lake falls to Easton in three games

CUTLINE 1: Tell me which one you want and I'll write it. The first one tells the story better, but the second one has Jonda in the bottom-left corner.

Titans 48, Packers 21

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Lambeau Field has lost its mystique.

Rossi and Gregoire camps prep for debate

Gubernatorial candidates meet in Yakima for only eastern Washington duel

Post office adds new automatic postal center

New service means more efficiency for customers

Whitney pleads not guilty

Pretrial conference set for early December

Astros 12, Braves 3

ATLANTA (AP) — The journey was long, with plenty of discouraging setbacks along the way.

Storm and Sun to face off in decisive Game 3

SEATTLE (AP) — Nykesha Sales smiled when someone suggested the Connecticut Sun could add a WNBA title to this year's NCAA championships won by the UConn men's and women's teams.

'Crooked Triangle' author sails through life

Local man recently published first novel

County rings in with Homeland Security spending

Money went into improving equipment, communication

Storm 67, Sun 65

SEATTLE (AP) — When Nykesha Sales' 3-point attempt hit the side of the backboard and the buzzer sounded, the Seattle Storm and 17,072 fans let out a collective exhale.

Rams 33, Seahawks 27, OT

SEATTLE (AP) — Marc Bulger was at his best when his teammates needed him most.

Terry Kast

Terry Kast, 46, longtime Moses Lake resident and former Othello resident, passed away Saturday, October 9, 2004 at his home. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, October 14, 2004 at the First Presbyterian Church of Moses Lake with Pastor Eric Frey officiating.

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Kaare Morgan Johnson, 22, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Wednesday, October 6, 2004 in Everett, Wash. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, October 13, 2004 at the Moses Lake Alliance Church, 1100 N. Grape Drive, with Pastor Jody Bowser officiating.

Harvest Festival entertains, raises money for historic restoration

Donations help to raise between $450 and $500 dollars for Reiman-Simmons House

Royal comes from behind to win in five

It was a night of mixed emotions for the Royal volleyball team.

Scrappin' Ladies moves to new location

Owners find more space, visibility on Third Avenue

Mike Conley mug shot

Projects will increase job opportunities in Mattawa industrial parks CERB approves Port's applications for sewer, water, fire flow

Nuclear waste initiative proves explosive

Opponents call I-297 unnecessary, supporters dub it a possible boost for economy

Braves 4, Astros 2, 11 innings

ATLANTA (AP) — Rafael Furcal can escape his troubles when he's at the ballpark.

Mural honors Chief Moses

North Central Construction workers help extend painting into another dimension

Cardinals 8, Dodgers 3

ST. LOUIS (AP) — The Los Angeles Dodgers handled St. Louis' trio of MVP candidates. It's the bottom of the Cardinals' order that gave them fits.

Line-X to strengthen market, truck beds

Owner returns to small town-style personality

Astros 9, Braves 3

The Rocket is a step closer to getting back to the World Series, and the Houston Astros are along for the ride.

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Carrie Elizabeth Cooper, 78, of Ephrata, Wash., passed away on Thursday, September 20, 2004 after completing her earthly journey with grace, dignity, humility and an unwavering faith.

Leg approved R-55, voters have final say to overturn

If passed, R-55 to establish 45 charter schools statewide

Tina Renee Quinlivan

Tina Renee Quinlivan went to be with the Lord Jesus Christ on Thursday, September 30, 2004 after a long and courageous battle with cancer.

Bird returning to Connecticut in quest of WNBA title

SEATTLE (AP) — Sue Bird had a distinguished college basketball career at Connecticut, leading the Huskies to two national championships.

Sale not imminent on Moses Pointe property

Most serious purchasers would continue project

Japan initiative 1 (four people): Tamotsu Sosa, Terry Brewer, Ken-Ichi Yamaguchi and Gary Miller stand beside the Grant County booth display at the Japan Aerospace Exhibition in Yokohama.

GCEDC promoting area at Japanese exhibition Video leads to positive response overseas

Chiefs falter against Panthers

Moses Lake comes out strong, loses momentum against Wenatchee

Initiative 872 hopes to change history

Grange-backed crusade wanting to bring Louisiana style primary to state, doing away with current Montana system

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Glenda V. Kemp, 71, of Ephrata, passed away at her home on Friday, October 1, 2004. She was born on February 14, 1933 in Poplar Bluff, Mo. to Willie and Dora (Kirkman) Trostel.

Carrie Elizabeth Cooper

Carrie Elizabeth Cooper, 78, of Ephrata, Wash., passed away on Thursday, September 20, 2004 after completing her earthly journey with grace, dignity, humility and an unwavering faith.

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Ezekiel Lee Ramsey, son of Jody Lee and Shelly Kay Ramsey, and brother to Nikole, Markus and Dominik, was delivered at 5:15 a.m. on October 1, 2004. Ezekiel is in the arms of our Savior, Jesus Christ.

Proper finish?

MLCA sluggish to put Thorp away

MLPD to enforce red light compliance

Emphasis seeks to curb number of motorists running stoplights and signs

VP debate stirs up Basin followers

Hard-fought contest closely followed by area activists

Storm 82, Monarchs 62

SEATTLE (AP) — Broken nose and all, Sue Bird is headed back to Connecticut, this time to play for a WNBA championship.

Monarchs, Storm prepare for deciding Game 3 in Western Conference finals

SEATTLE (AP) — The Sacramento Monarchs are quite familiar with their current situation. They are now ready for a different outcome.

Baseball has just begun

Big Bend starts fall ball season with alumni game

McChord Airmen warring on the Basin

62nd Aerial Port Squadron uses field as stage for pre-Iraq war games

Volcano watch exercises Basin memories

Locals remember big blast of 1980 as Mount St. Helens watch continues

Rape charges filed against former WFD officer

Former assistant chief accused of molesting his 16-year-old babysitter

Chiefs 27, Ravens 24

BALTIMORE (AP) — Now that they've got that elusive first win out of the way, the Kansas City Chiefs should find life quite a bit more tolerable.

Kenneth George Murphy

Kenneth George Murphy passed from this life at 7 p.m. on October 2, 2004 at Quincy Valley Care Center in Quincy, Wash. He was 90 years of age.

Bond sale passes in ML council

Money for long-awaited maintenance facility given green light, though not all are happy

Local activists grade first debate

Each side gives its candidate a passing mark

Royal raises up on Warden

Knights sharp, Cougars tentative in three game match

Enthusiasm reigns supreme at annual Chamber banquet

De Benedetti assumes presidency, Goodwin receives award

Athletics 3, Mariners 2

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Ichiro Suzuki went home quietly, still waiting for the big hit he's been chasing.

Mt. St. Helens erupts

MOUNT ST. HELENS, Wash. (AP) - Mount St. Helens belched a thick plume of white steam and ash today,

Yankees clinch seventh straight AL East title

NEW YORK (AP) — Bernie Williams stood with bat in hand, savoring the scene: bottom of the ninth inning, tie score, fans chanting, teammates ready to celebrate.

Skaug Brothers Carpet One selling mats to fight breast cancer

Fund raiser to promote community awareness

Cappelli's owner-stylist Michelle Mathews said that the recent move of her business allows for more personalized services.

Salon sets up shop in new locale Move means expanded services