Thursday, June 30
The sky's the limit
MOSES LAKE — Aviation High School in Seattle and Big Bend Community College may be separated by distance, but its students' dedication to the field of aviation is bringing them closer than ever before.
Blaze having all-star showing at tourney
Coulter pitches well against New Zealand national team
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE
Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq.
Riley plans to lead Chinese officials through area
BBEDC director seeks to build mutual understanding Redden's dam spilling ruling
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE
Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq.
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR
GRANT COUNTY
EDC set to make PUD pitch
Presentation Tuesday to suggest priorities for utility's future
PUBLIC NOTICE
The July board meeting of the Noxious Weed Control Board of Grant County will be held Monday, July 11, 2005, at 12:00 noon, at the Bureau of Reclamation Building, 32 "C" Street N.W., Room 321, Ephrata, Washington.
Wednesday, June 29
Port of Royal Slope looking to future
Land ready for more businesses to move in
Mark Sterling Hara
Mark Sterling Hara, 47, lifelong Moses Lake resident, passed away Saturday in Port Angeles, Wash. from injuries sustained in a fall.
NOTICE TO BIDDERS
Sealed bids will be received by the Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County at the District's Hydro Administration Office located at 15655 Wamapum Village Lane SW, Beverly, Washington until 2:30 P.M., on July 12, 2005 for Supplying Shell Turbo T68 Turbine Oil to Priest Rapids Dam, Contract Documents 270-2097.
Lighting up the night
MOSES LAKE — The sky will be filled with bright and fiery lights, as the City of Moses Lake pays tribute to American Independence this Monday.
Legals
The Port of Royal Slope will be selling 7.7 acres, more or less, in Adams County (as described below) by sealed bids. The Port has set a minimum bid. Purchaser shall pay all closing costs in addition to their bid. All interested parties should have their sealed bid in the Port's Office located at 130 Camelia Street; P.O. Box 147, Royal City, WA 99357 by 7:00 pm on July 12, 2005. The bids will be opened at the Commissioner's meeting that evening. The Port reserves the right to reject any and all bids.
A sign for the times
Vision 2020 proposes improving signage to Moses Lake
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO ADOPT PORT OF WARDEN COMPREHENSIVE & CAPITAL PLAN
Notice is hereby given that the Port of Warden (Grant County Port District #8) will hold a public hearing to consider comments and additions to its updated comprehensive and capital plan at it's next regular Port meeting to be held at 7:00 PM July 13, 2005 at the Port's office located in the Warden City Hall at 201 Ash Street, Warden Washington. Copies of the draft plan can be obtained by contacting the Port office. Phone 349-2480 or writing Port of Warden - P.O. Box 841 - Warden Washington 98857
Walleyes march undefeated through Anacortes tournament
Take in the Steamers Invitational in five games
Tuesday, June 28
PUD and Benton REA meet in Yakima
Come to tentative agreement
A day with spelt well spent
Annual event designed to spread word about 'obscure' heritage grains
Mae Belle Faircloth
Mae Belle Faircloth, 74, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Sunday at her home. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Grape Drive Chapel, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints with Bishop Chris Hyer presiding.
Carl Smith
Carl Smith, 64, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Monday, June 13, in Republic, Wash.
Monday, June 27
Now showing: nothing but retreads
At the theater this weekend, I was amazed by how many films were retreads of things I've already seen — "Bewitched," "The Longest Yard" and "Herbie: Fully Loaded." Of my eight movie choices, I counted six that were either sequels, prequels or remakes.
NOTICE TO BIDDERS
Proposals will be received by the Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County at Ephrata, Washington until 2:30 P.M., on July 22, 2005, for Supplying Netware Management Integrative Control Center Software, as more fully described in Request for Proposal Document 430-2099.
Prugh holds off field at Amateur
Local golfers watch positions slip in favorable conditions
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Grant County, Washington
Aggressive patrolling for aggressive driving
WSP program aims to put a dent in aggressive driving on state roads
Abrams to face murder charges
EPHRATA — Dustin G. Abrams, 21, has been charged with first degree murder for allegedly killing Michael Mallon on March 26, 2004 at Mallon's reclusive residence near Soap Lake.
Facing HIV
GRANT COUNTY —The first thing Cyndi will tell you is that she is HIV positive.
River Dogs dominant in tournament action
Columbia Basin looks fierce, going 5-2 in weekend games
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 July 13, 2005 for Supplying NICAD 48 Volt DC Substation Battery Banks as more fully described in Contract Documents 170-2066.
Friday, June 24
Columbia Basin Job Corps site turns 40
Compiled by Dennis L. Clay
Soap Lake finds resort spa possible
SOAP LAKE — The City of Soap Lake received the results of a three-month feasibility study on a planned $3 million spa and wellness center Thursday night, and the results were promising, according to Barney and Worth Inc. which conducted the study.
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS
Sealed bids, plainly marked "BID for Stratford Rd. NE, CRP 04-14, will be received by Grant County at the Office of the Board of County Commissioners located in the County Courthouse, PO Box 37, 35 C Street NW - Room 207, Ephrata, WA, 98823, until 1:30 p.m., Tuesday, July 5, 2005 and will then and there be opened and publicly read for the construction of the improvements.
Moses Lake streets on the mend
MOSES LAKE — Drivers have found themselves face to face with orange cones and hard hat-wearing workers with stop signs in the last few days on roads like Pioneer Way and Wheeler Road.
LOAN NO. 9688203
T.S. NO. 1072031-06 PARCEL NO. 10-0298-000 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee, Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation of Washington, will on July 29, 2005, at the hour of 10:00am, At the County Courthouse, 35 C Street NW in the City of Ephrata, State of Washington, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable at the time of sale, the following described real property, situated in the County(ies) of Grant, State of Washington to-wit: Lot 16, block H, Second Addition to Knolls Vista, Moses Lake, according to the plat thereof recorded in volume 4 of plats, page 3, records of Grant county, Washington. #1071137. Commonly known as: 310 North Mattson Avenue Moses Lake Wa 98837 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated November 29, 1999, recorded December 03, 1999, under Auditor's File No. 1058139 re-recorded dot on 8/24/2000 as instrument, Book xx, Page xx, records of Grant County, Washington, from Luis Deleon, A Single Person as Grantor, to Chicago Title Insurance Company as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of Old Homestead Mortgage Company as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned by N/A to National City Mortgage Company. II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Borrower's or Grantor's default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust. III. The default(s) for which this foreclosure is/are made as follows: Failure to pay when due the following amounts which are now in arrears: $9,676.36; (together with any subsequent payments, late charges, advances, costs and fees thereafter due). IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: Principal Balance of $74,854.57, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument secured from June 01, 2004, and such other costs and fees as are due under the Note or other instrument secured, and as are provided by statute. V. The above-described real property will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale and the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust as provided by statute. The sale will be made without warranty, express or implied regarding title, possession or encumbrances on July 29, 2005 The default(s) referred to in paragraph III, must be cured by July 18, 2005 (11 days before the sale date), to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time on or before July 18, 2005 (11 days before the sale date), the default(s) as set forth in paragraph III is/are cured and the Trustee's fees and costs are paid. The sale may be terminated any time after July 18, 2005 (11 days before the sale date), and before the sale by the Borrower, Grantor, any Guarantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance paying the entire principal and interest secured by the Deed of Trust, plus costs, fees, and advances, if any, made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust and curing all other defaults. VI. A written notice of default was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following addresses: Luis Deleon, 310 North Mattson Avenue, Moses Lake Wa 98837 by both first class and certified mail on November 18, 2004 proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and on November 22, 2004 the written notice of default was posted in a conspicuous place on the real property described in the paragraph I above, and the Trustee has possession of proof of such posting. VII. The Trustee whose name and address are set forth below will provide in writing to anyone requesting it, a statement of all costs and fees due at any time prior to the sale. VIII. The effect of the sale will be to deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their interest in the above-described property. IX. Anyone having any objections to the sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustee's sale. X. NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS The purchaser at the trustee's sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the grantor under the Deed of Trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the Deed of Trust, including occupants and tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants and tenants by summary proceedings under the unlawful detainer act, Chapter 59.12 RCW. Date April 19, 2005 Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation of Washington P.O. Box 22004 525 East Main Street El Cajon CA 92022-9004 (800) 546-1531 Signature/By Yvonne J. Wheeler, A.V.P. R-118367 06/24/2005 07/15/2005
Legal eagles find moral support in new partnership
MOSES LAKE — As they sit around the table discussing the events that led to the formation of a new partnership, one thing becomes apparent before they even say it aloud.
Changing audit regulation rules still up for debate
Farmers advised to understand law before claiming exemption
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON COUNTY OF GRANT
Estate of )
Thursday, June 23
State board of community colleges meets at Big Bend
Washington hailed as leading the way in community college programs
Edward Jacob "E.J." Ebel
Edward Jacob "E.J." Ebel, 90, a longtime Moses Lake Businessman and resident for over 62 years, passed away Saturday morning, at Swedish Medical Center in Seattle.
Othello's Patitucci leads Men's Amateur
MOSES LAKE — After two days of play, more than 120 of the top amateur golfers from Washington State waited for the last man to make his way off the course to tally up the day's final scores. The unrelenting wind and long holes at The Links at Moses Pointe were too exhausting for some, but for Bart Patitucci of Othello, it only seemed to energize his game.
EDC touts county assets at Paris Air Show
Local companies have good name overseas
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE
Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq.
Gladys Nancy Cook
Gladys Nancy Cook, beloved mother, grandmother, confidant and friend, passed away Friday, June 10, at her daughter's home in Lynden, Wash. Gladys was born on a farm in Wisconsin, April 4, 1918, one of ten children, to Harry and Nellie Williams.
Having a (safe) blast over Fourth of July
Authorities ask people to be responsible this Independence Day
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE
Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq.
Familiar territory
Offensive onslaught gives Walleyes split with Dusters
Wednesday, June 22
Grant Transit Authority to change routes
New system looks to provide more consistent scheduling
LOAN NO. 2871042
T.S. NO. 1074081-06 PARCEL NO. 090500000/090502000 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee, Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation of Washington, will on July 15, 2005, at the hour of 10:00am, At the County Courthouse, 35 C Street NW in the City of Ephrata, State of Washington, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable at the time of sale, the following described real property, situated in the County(ies) of Grant, State of Washington to-wit: Lot 3, block 1, Replat of Tract 31, Battery Orchard Tracts, as per plat recorded in Volume 3 of Plats, page 28, records of Grant County, EXCEPT that portion thereof lying Northeasterly of a line which is parallel to and 10 feet Southwesterly, measured at right angles from the Northeasterly line of said Lot, records of Grant County, Washington. And Lot 4, block 1, Replat of Battery Orchard Tracts, as per plat recorded in Volume 3 of plats, page 28, records of Grant County, Washington, EXCEPT that portion thereof lying Northeasterly of a line which is parallel to and 10 feet Southwesterly, measured at right angles, from the Northeasterly line of said Lot AND EXCEPT that portion lying Northeasterly of a line drawn parallel with and 35 feet Southwesterly, when measured at right angles from the "A" line of Primary State Highway No. 18, Moses Lake, East, as shown on that certain map of definite location now of record and on file in the Office of the Director of Highways at Olympia and bearing date of approval October 21, 1947, revised December 6, 1955, as conveyed by instrument dated June 6, 1956, recorded June 25, 1956, under Auditor's File No. 272859. Commonly known as: 716 S Wanapum Drive Moses Lake Wa 98837 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated November 05, 2003, recorded November 13, 2003, under Auditor's File No. 1138167, Book xx, Page xx, records of Grant County, Washington, from William B Aukett An Unmarried Man as Grantor, to Stewart Title as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of National City Mortgage Co DBA Commonwealth United Mortgage Company as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned by N/A to National City Mortgage Company II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Borrower's or Grantor's default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust. III. The default(s) for which this foreclosure is/are made as follows: Failure to pay when due the following amounts which are now in arrears: $10,052.85 (together with any subsequent payments, late charges, advances, costs and fees thereafter due). IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: Principal Balance of $112,918.43, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument secured from October 01, 2004, and such other costs and fees as are due under the Note or other instrument secured, and as are provided by statute. V. The above-described real property will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale and the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust as provided by statute. The sale will be made without warranty, express or implied regarding title, possession or encumbrances on July 15, 2005. The default(s) referred to in paragraph III, must be cured by July 04, 2005 (11 days before the sale date), to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time on or before July 04, 2005 (11 days before the sale date), the default(s) as set forth in paragraph III is/are cured and the Trustee's fees and costs are paid. The sale may be terminated any time after July 04, 2005 (11 days before the sale date), and before the sale by the Borrower, Grantor, any Guarantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance paying the entire principal and interest secured by the Deed of Trust, plus costs, fees, and advances, if any, made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust and curing all other defaults. VI. A written notice of default was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following addresses: William B. Aukett, 716 S Wanapum Drive, Moses Lake Wa 98837 by both first class and certified mail on February 17, 2005 proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and on February 24, 2005 the written notice of default was posted in a conspicuous place on the real property described in the paragraph I above, and the Trustee has possession of proof of such posting. VII. The Trustee whose name and address are set forth below will provide in writing to anyone requesting it, a statement of all costs and fees due at any time prior to the sale. VIII. The effect of the sale will be to deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their interest in the above-described property. IX. Anyone having any objections to the sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustee's sale. X. NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS The purchaser at the trustee's sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the grantor under the Deed of Trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the Deed of Trust, including occupants and tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants and tenants by summary proceedings under the unlawful detainer act, Chapter 59.12 RCW. Date April 07, 2005 Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation of Washington P.O. Box 22004 525 East Main Street El Cajon CA 92022-9004 (800) 546-1531 Signature/By Lorrie Womack, A.V.P. R-118060 06/10/2005 07/01/2005
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS
Dodson Rd. NW Sealed bids, plainly marked "Bid for Neva Lake Rd. NW, CRP 04-12, & Dodson Rd. NW, CRP 04-23" 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 Street NW - Room 207, Ephrata, WA, 98823, until 1:30 P.M., Tuesday, June 21, 2005 and will then and there be opened and publicly read for the construction of the improvements.
Katana moves into Port of Ephrata
Windmill tower manufacturing company finds city, Port eager to develop
Ida G. Beal
In loving memory of Ida G. Beal who passed away, Friday at Summer Wood Alzheimer's and Special Care Center.
Nickolas (Nick) Noe Garcia
Nickolas (Nick) Noe Garcia passed away on June 18, 2005 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Nick was born to Flor and Raymond Garcia on March 30, 1986 in Othello. Nick began his schooling in Moses Lake entering the first grade at Garden Heights Elementary. Nick was a 2004 graduate of Moses Lake High School and had just finished his freshman year at Eastern Washington University where he was majoring in pre-dentistry. Nick was a member of the Sigma Nu fraternity (because there is a difference). Nick was a loving son, brother, nephew and grandson and a friend to many. Nick had an infectious smile and he lit up the lives of all those he came in contact with.
Yakima County wants dam benefit, too
Commissioner writes letter to FERC asking for piece of Priest Rapids relicensing
Sage Lorraine Steffler
On Saturday Sage Lorraine Steffler (Gilliam) went to rest due to complications unknown at this time, following a minor vehicle accident.
Walleyes' streak begins
Moses Lake sweeps doubleheader, returns to .500
Tuesday, June 21
Walter Zylan
Walter Zylan, 68, passed away June 8 after a brief but very courageous battle with cancer. He was born November 17, 1936, in Andrew, Alberta, Canada.
Telling the story of Othello
Town's history on display at community museum
Russel M. Samuels
Russel Mark Samuels entered the gates of heaven June 18 at a time when none of us were ready to let him go. Russel was born April 27, 1961, in Idaho Falls, Idaho and graduated from Skyline High School in 1979. He attended Northwest Nazarene College in Nampa, Idaho for one year and then graduated from Phoenix School of Welding in Phoenix, Ariz. He enjoyed his welding profession. He loved the outdoors — fishing, hunting and gardening — and all sports.
Notice of Application and Public Hearing
June 16, 2005
Longview Tracts grant bid unsuccessful
City now looking at options for development sewer system
Thomas (Tom) Calvin Melbye
Thomas (Tom) Calvin Melbye, 19, lifelong Moses Lake resident, died Saturday in Ellensburg in an automobile accident.
Blaze fire up for summer softball action
Girls softball team preparing for tournament play
Men's Amateur tees off at Moses Pointe
Hopefuls vie for state championship today
PUD takes former manager to court
Utility says correspondence with BentonREA violated agreement
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY
JUVENILE DEPARTMENT
Monday, June 20
Cave B opens grandly
500 turn out for celebration of resort and winery
Not missing a beat
MOSES LAKE — Lifeguards at the Moses Lake Aquatic Center got a bit of a shock Friday.
Locals killed when vehicle plunges over cliff
Another Moses Lake woman dies in unrelated motorcycle accident
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF GRANT IN PROBATE
In the Matter of the Estate )
BEFORE THE HONORABLE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON
NOTICE OF HEARING
Lana Cromer
I have been working as an intern at the Columbia Basin Herald for the last several months through a program called Work-Based Learning. I am a junior at Moses Lake High School and I was able to come down to the Columbia Basin Herald during my fourth period class. My experiences at the paper have been interesting to say the least.
John D. Kusske
John D. Kusske passed away peacefully June 15, 2005 at his home in Outlook, Wash.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Grant County, Washington
Friday, June 17
Francis (Billy) William Hinkey, Jr.
Bill Hinkey, 51, of Ephrata passed away at his home Friday, June 11. Bill was born June 13, 1953 in Colville to Frank and Joan Hinkey. He graduated from high school in Ephrata in 1971 and then spent time in the Air Force.
Genie tells story of success in Moses Lake at GCEDC quarterly meeting
Brewer outlines projects in works for county, economy
Ordinance No. 2209
An ordinance amending Chapter 12.40 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "Street Construction or Improvement Reimbursement Charges"
Men's Amateur is coup for Moses Pointe
Famous and local favorites comprise field of 135 Tournament to be held June 21-24
Geniuses square off in Soap Lake
Quirky 'Picasso' battles limited actor supply, gas prices, summer
Locals recognized for work against drug and alcohol abuse
Sixth annual event celebrates award recipients and life of Basin resident
Hair not required for home brewing
Bald Guys Brew Supplies cuts down on travel time
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS
Dodson Rd. NW Sealed bids, plainly marked "Bid for Neva Lake Rd. NW, CRP 04-12, & Dodson Rd. NW, CRP 04-23" 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 Street NW - Room 207, Ephrata, WA, 98823, until 1:30 P.M., Tuesday, June 21, 2005 and will then and there be opened and publicly read for the construction of the improvements.
Thursday, June 16
Serious schooling
MOSES LAKE — It's about 3:30 Wednesday afternoon when the first shots are fired at Moses Lake High School.
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY
JUVENILE DEPARTMENT
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 June 29, 2005 for Purchase of 48 Strand ADSS Fiber for the Backbone Project as more fully described in Contract Documents 170-2054.
NOTICE TO BIDDERS
Sealed bids will be received by the Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County at Beverly, Washington until 2:30 P.M., on July 13, 2005 for Supplying Twenty (20) Turbine Oil Kidney Loop Filtration Units as more fully described in Contract Documents 470-2065.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE
Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq.
Grant County Health District feels financial strain
Stumbling blocks in the city's purchase of the Big Mountain Tire store downtown may be closer to resolution
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY
JUVENILE DEPARTMENT
Long road ahead for CBDL fight against depleting water levels
League introduces project administrator, new Web site
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY
JUVENILE DEPARTMENT
New York's City Council recently passed a law requiring twice as many women's restrooms as men's in new public buildings.
It just may be the biggest stride in women's rights since we got the vote.
Wednesday, June 15
NOTICE OF RESCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARING
The following land use application was scheduled for the incorrect date of July 13, 2005. Due to a change in the monthly meeting date for the Hearing Examiners this public hearing has been rescheduled to 12:00 (noon) on Thursday, July 7, 2005.
Buyer beware
Agencies see many phone solicitation scams
GRANT COUNTY
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY
JUVENILE DEPARTMENT
NOTICE
Moses Lake- The Grant County Mosquito Control District #1 is continuing with its annual mosquito control services. The biological products Altosid A.L.L. and Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis (b.t.i.) are being used this year in the aerial larviciding program. These products are applied to swamps or other standing water where the mosquito larva are present.
Rex Glenn Wilks
Rex Glenn Wilks passed away June 14, 2005, after bravely enduring a struggle with bile duct cancer.
Dean Ross Bair
Dean Ross Bair was born August 16, 1915 in Richmond, Cache Co., Utah to Francis Leonard and Laura Ethel (Buxton) Bair.
A Wise decision for Chiefs
Brandon Swanson
Grant County goes to all-mail elections
EPHRATA — In the future, the electorate of Grant County won't be exercising their right to vote in a booth at the local precinct. They will be exercising their right to vote from home.
Council offers reward for Japanese Garden vandalism
$2,500 approved for arrest and conviction of suspects
Tuesday, June 14
Vandalism closes Japanese Garden
Nearly $1,000 in damage closes park after two weeks
June L. Sampson
June L. Sampson, 85, a longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away the evening of June 11, 2005 at Lake Ridge Special Care Center in Moses Lake, due to a courageous battle with cancer. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 18 at Kayser's Chapel of Memories with Pastor Floyd Wilks officiating. Interment will follow in Pioneer Memorial Gardens. There will be a potluck dinner for family and friends held at the O'Sullivan Grange following the services to celebrate June's life. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel and Crematory, Moses Lake.
Scouts retire Stars and Stripes
MOSES LAKE — As the daylight faded, the crackling fire was the only light and the only sounds were of mooing cows and the passing traffic on Highway 17.
Sinkiuse Square discussion covers many angles
Parking, bathrooms, transit desk all under microscope at Moses Lake study session
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE
PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON
Noemi Montemayor Moncada
Noemi "Lupina" Montemayor Moncada passed on Sunday and will be awaiting Jehovah God's resurrection into paradise.
Darlene Elizabeth Cox
Darlene Elizabeth Cox, 68, of Moses Lake, died Friday, June 10, at Samaritan Hospital after a lengthy illness.
Monday, June 13
Bator bat big for Walleyes in split
Moses Lake gets some power in double-header with Walla Walla
Triathlon strengthened bodies, minds and a community
But it also rendered the columnist immobile for days afterward
Dreams, reality and the difference between the two
When I was younger, like millions of other kids, I always wanted to be a player in the National Football League. I exhausted many years learning all about the players and how they eventually came to live the dream. I searched, too long I now realize, for paths that would lead me their way.
Big Bend grads celebrate, praise college for programs and tech
College president announces official accreditation of nursing program at ceremony
Ephrata market opens third season
The 2005 season of Ephrata Farmer's Market opens Saturday
Combine Derby busts equipment, breaks attendance records
Event participants, spectators rejoice in event that captures American spirit
Friday, June 10
LOAN NO. 2871042 T.S. NO. 1074081-06
PARCEL NO. 090500000/090502000 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee, Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation of Washington, will on July 15, 2005, at the hour of 10:00am, At the County Courthouse, 35 C Street NW in the City of Ephrata, State of Washington, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable at the time of sale, the following described real property, situated in the County(ies) of Grant, State of Washington to-wit: Lot 3, block 1, Replat of Tract 31, Battery Orchard Tracts, as per plat recorded in Volume 3 of Plats, page 28, records of Grant County, EXCEPT that portion thereof lying Northeasterly of a line which is parallel to and 10 feet Southwesterly, measured at right angles from the Northeasterly line of said Lot, records of Grant County, Washington. And Lot 4, block 1, Replat of Battery Orchard Tracts, as per plat recorded in Volume 3 of plats, page 28, records of Grant County, Washington, EXCEPT that portion thereof lying Northeasterly of a line which is parallel to and 10 feet Southwesterly, measured at right angles, from the Northeasterly line of said Lot AND EXCEPT that portion lying Northeasterly of a line drawn parallel with and 35 feet Southwesterly, when measured at right angles from the "A" line of Primary State Highway No. 18, Moses Lake, East, as shown on that certain map of definite location now of record and on file in the Office of the Director of Highways at Olympia and bearing date of approval October 21, 1947, revised December 6, 1955, as conveyed by instrument dated June 6, 1956, recorded June 25, 1956, under Auditor's File No. 272859. Commonly known as: 716 S Wanapum Drive Moses Lake Wa 98837 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated November 05, 2003, recorded November 13, 2003, under Auditor's File No. 1138167, Book xx, Page xx, records of Grant County, Washington, from William B Aukett An Unmarried Man as Grantor, to Stewart Title as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of National City Mortgage Co DBA Commonwealth United Mortgage Company as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned by N/A to National City Mortgage Company II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Borrower's or Grantor's default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust. III. The default(s) for which this foreclosure is/are made as follows: Failure to pay when due the following amounts which are now in arrears: $10,052.85 (together with any subsequent payments, late charges, advances, costs and fees thereafter due). IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: Principal Balance of $112,918.43, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument secured from October 01, 2004, and such other costs and fees as are due under the Note or other instrument secured, and as are provided by statute. V. The above-described real property will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale and the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust as provided by statute. The sale will be made without warranty, express or implied regarding title, possession or encumbrances on July 15, 2005. The default(s) referred to in paragraph III, must be cured by July 04, 2005 (11 days before the sale date), to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time on or before July 04, 2005 (11 days before the sale date), the default(s) as set forth in paragraph III is/are cured and the Trustee's fees and costs are paid. The sale may be terminated any time after July 04, 2005 (11 days before the sale date), and before the sale by the Borrower, Grantor, any Guarantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance paying the entire principal and interest secured by the Deed of Trust, plus costs, fees, and advances, if any, made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust and curing all other defaults. VI. A written notice of default was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following addresses: William B. Aukett, 716 S Wanapum Drive, Moses Lake Wa 98837 by both first class and certified mail on February 17, 2005 proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and on February 24, 2005 the written notice of default was posted in a conspicuous place on the real property described in the paragraph I above, and the Trustee has possession of proof of such posting. VII. The Trustee whose name and address are set forth below will provide in writing to anyone requesting it, a statement of all costs and fees due at any time prior to the sale. VIII. The effect of the sale will be to deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their interest in the above-described property. IX. Anyone having any objections to the sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustee's sale. X. NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS The purchaser at the trustee's sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the grantor under the Deed of Trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the Deed of Trust, including occupants and tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants and tenants by summary proceedings under the unlawful detainer act, Chapter 59.12 RCW. Date April 07, 2005 Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation of Washington P.O. Box 22004 525 East Main Street El Cajon CA 92022-9004 (800) 546-1531 Signature/By Lorrie Womack, A.V.P. R-118060 06/10/2005 07/01/2005
State OKs Moses Lake livestock sales market
Owners Campbell, Maiers anticipate facility opening in fall
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF GRANT
IN THE ESTATE OF, )
The end of an era
After six years Tony Preston is calling it quits
Irrigators unveil water savings plan
COLUMBIA RIVER — A group of Columbia River irrigators have unveiled a new plan for water use efficiency and that group is asserting that water regulators should establish policies to reward water use efficiency such as theirs.
Julia Y. Cortez
Julia Y. Cortez, 79, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her family, Sunday after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. She was born Jan. 28, 1926, in La Grulla, Texas to Manuela Solis and Pedro Castillo, and raised by her adoptive parents, Juan N. and Maria Ybarra.
Giving it a tri
Brandon Swanson
Celebrating the class of 2005
348 students graduate from Moses Lake High School
Sara Marie Allison Jensen
Sara Marie Allison Jensen, formerly of Waterville, died peacefully in her sleep on June 5, 2005, at SummerWood Special Care Center in Moses Lake. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel and Crematory.
Pinky's owner comes on down
MOSES LAKE — Kim Jasper didn't ask for much for her 50th birthday — just the chance to see Bob Barker.
Thursday, June 9
Is this a community event which I see before me?
Two cool community events happened to take place over the past weekend.
Irene M. Marchand
Irene M. Marchand, 83, long time resident of Moses Lake, passed away Tuesday at Deaconess Medical Center in Spokane. Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9 a.m. Saturday at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church in Moses Lake. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel and Crematory.
Ephrata wastewater treatment plant gets perfect score
EPHRATA — The Ephrata Water Reclamation Facility was one of 44 "Outstanding Wastewater Treatment Plant" award winners that the Washington Department of Ecology will recognize for 2004.
College Bound, other ed programs on chopping block for '06
After 38 years at Big Bend Community College, College Bound program baffled by cuts
GCEDC gearing up for Paris Air Show
County's assets showcased in front of aerospace giants Genie Industries to
Wednesday, June 8
Top ten count down until graduation
Moses Lake High School top ten ready for plans post graduation High school
Ready to rumble
Lind gears up for annual combine derby this weekend
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY
JUVENILE DEPARTMENT
Edna Anna Lybbert
Edna Anna Lybbert, 85, Moses Lake resident for 58 years, passed away Tuesday at SunBridge Care and Rehabilitation Center. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. at the Grape Drive LDS Chapel with Bishop John Wright presiding. Interment will follow at Pioneer Memorial Gardens. Friends may call at the funeral home Wednesday from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel and Crematory.
Charles Raymond Schenck
Charles Raymond Schenck, born Oct. 23, 1931 to the late George Raymond Schenck and Myrna Elmira (Mohney) Schenck of Ridgeway, Pa. passed away unexpectedly Saturday in Moses Lake.
New Potato Hill Road crossing closer to reality
State transportation budget allocates funds for future four-lane bridge
Elizabeth Voss
Elizabeth (Bette) Voss died April 16, 2005, at Expressions at Summerplace Assisted Living in Portland, Ore. She was 88.
Tuesday, June 7
Charges likely after crash kills two near Mattawa
MATTAWA (AP) — The driver of a pea harvester may face traffic charges for a crash with a pickup truck that left two people dead and four people hospitalized, authorities said.
PUD increases pay for appointees
EPHRATA — On the heels of last week's approval of a three-year union contract and wage increases for non-union employees the Grant County Public Utility District, commissioners approved salary changes for commission appointees Monday.
REQUEST FOR QUOTE AND QUALIFICATION
Internet Service Provider for Big Bend Community College
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD
June 14, 2005 at 11:00 am in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata, WA regarding the consideration and adoption of an Ordinance adding Desert Aire to the Grant County "No Fireworks Area." Any interested persons may appear regarding these matters.
Rossi says he won't appeal judge's decision
Republican says future is wide open
Doumit breaks into big leagues with Pirates
After weekend call-up, newest Pittsburgh catcher has seen action in two games
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY
JUVENILE DEPARTMENT
Monday, June 6
Royal falls victim to Zillah at state
First time in four years Knights fail to place at state
Harry Grabow
Harry, former resident of Marlin and Odessa passed away December 27, 2004 at North Central Care Center in Spokane, due to pneumonia.
Judge upholds state governor's election
Republicans claim that voting errors, fraud stole election from Rossi
Groups still envisioning Heron Trail
Work still to be done after receipt of $340,000 grant
Notice of Application, Public Hearing
and SEPA Determination
Frank Horak
Frank Horak, born May 2, 1930 on the family farm in Elk, Wash. died peacefully May 26.
Wahluke soccer champs again
The Wahluke Warriors needed two games to become 2A state soccer champions for the seventh time in as many years this weekend.
Zillah wrecks Warden's plans
Cougars score four runs in seventh before falling prey to Leopards
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF GRANT
JOHN E. JONES, )
NOTICE OF RESCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARING
The following land use application was inadvertently scheduled for the incorrect time of 12:00pm on June 1, 2004. Due to the error in scheduling the public hearing has been rescheduled to 7:00pm on July 6, 2005.
NOTICE OF MEETING
Notice is hereby given that the Governing Board of the North Central Washington Regional Support Network will meet on Thursday, June 23, 2005 at the Grant County Commissioner's Hearing Room, C Street NW, Ephrata, Washington. The meeting is open to the public.
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF GRANT IN PROBATE
In the Matter of the Estate )
Indigenous feelings protruding into a good-bye
I once figured happiness came from pleasing as many people as possible.
Rose M. Nelson
Rose M. Nelson, 84, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Thursday, June 2, 2005 at Samaritan Hospital in Moses Lake.
Relay for Life confident $90,0000 goal met
MOSES LAKE — Even at 5 a.m., the smell from fire pits at various campsites and the sounds of music and cheering voices filled the air at the Moses Lake High School track at the annual Relay for Life event.
Friday, June 3
Esther Lucille Durig
Esther Lucill Durig, 89, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on May 17.
Notice of Application & Public Hearing
Notice is hereby given that a Variance Application was received on May 4, 2005 from Gregory Thomas and was found to be technically complete and preliminarily appears to be consistent with the Unified Development Code and other applicable State and local requirements as of May 20, 2005. PROJECT: a Variance to the 25-foot front setback. The applicant is proposing a 20 feet from the front property line for the placement of an accessory structure on the Lot 315 of Desert Aire Division No. 1. SEPA is exempt. ADDITIONAL PERMITS: None. STUDIES REQUIRED: None. LOCATION: The subject area is located at 121 Lake Place Desert Aire, Mattawa, WA 99349, and is a portion of Section 22, Township 14 N, Range 23 E, W.M. Grant County. Assessor Tax Parcel No. of Proposal Site: 02-0340-000. ZONING: Rural Village Residential-1. OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING: Board of Adjustment Hearing, 7 pm, July 13, 2005 in the Commissioners Hearing Room, at the Grant County Courthouse in Ephrata, WA. At this time any person(s) may appear and provide testimony. Copies of the application materials (File No. 05-4077) are available from Igor Shaporda at the Grant County Planning Department at 32 C St. NW, Room 26a, P.O. Box 37, Ephrata WA 98823, (509) 754-2011, extension 624; office hours are 8am - 12pm and 1pm - 5pm, Monday - Friday. Comments must be submitted no later than 5pm June 21, 2005 to the Planning Department. All comments should be as specific as possible and may be mailed, hand delivered or sent by facsimile. Any person has the right to comment, receive notice, participate in any hearings, request a copy of the final decision, and appeal the decision as provided by law and County Code. This may be the only opportunity to comment on the above listed materials.
Mother Teresa-McKay Outreach Center to close
June 15 last day for youth center after 51/2 years
Moses Lake crime rates on par
City crime now comparable to cities of similar size
Not this year for Othello golf
LIBERTY LAKE — Repeating as state champions is a tough task.
Egg drop overeasy for Warden kids
Elementary school tradition a success this year
NOTICE
The North Central Workforce Development Area Strategic Plan effective July 1, 2005 through June 30, 2007 is available for public review and comment. The plan may be viewed on the internet at www.skillsource.org. Copies may be requested by calling 509-663-3091 or at SkillSource, 234 N. Mission, Wenatchee.
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS
DOGWOOD COURT PROJECT - 2005
Thursday, June 2
Singled out: Madson and Chambers on a roll
MOSES LAKE — Gabe Madson has been in this position before.
Charles Shatto
Charles (Dick) Shatto of North Richland Hills, Texas passed away Friday, April 29 at the age of 82.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE
Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq.
ML council to hold meeting at Sinkiuse
Meeting designed as place for discussion with citizens
Grant County mulling all-mail elections
Commissioners seek written comment on all mail balloting
Willis James Quinlivan, Sr.
Willis James Quinlivan, Sr., 78, passed away Monday at his Soap Lake residence.
Lindy John Laffranchi
Lindy John Laffranchi, 76, of George, passed away May 25 at the Quincy Valley Hospital, after a long hard battle with various health problems.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE
Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq.
Fairgoers line up as tickets go on sale
Fairground renovations in lull as city, county seek agreement
Wednesday, June 1
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY
JUVENILE DEPARTMENT
The cost of minimum wage
Farmers, businesses feel burn of 19 cent increase
Sandra L. Carlson
Sandra L. "Sandy" Carlson, 55, of Othello, went to our Father in Heaven on Thursday, May 26 at Deaconess Medical Center in Spokane, after a two-year battle with lung and brain cancer.
Band of brothers
MOSES LAKE — The day firefighter Schrade Rouse brought home a signed card and envelope with pictures of 15 bald men from the Moses Lake Fire Department, was the day his mother, Sharon, knew she didn't have to face cancer alone.
Ivor Goodrich
Ivor Goodrich passed away in Moses Lake on May 24, 2005. He was 72 years old.
Fiber service providers will face tax
Department of Revenue requiring tax of PUD
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY
JUVENILE DEPARTMENT
