Stories for November 2005

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Wednesday, November 30

November 30, 2005 8 p.m.

PUBLIC NOTICE

The December meeting of the Noxious Weed Control Board of Grant County will be held Monday, December 5, 2005, at 12:00 noon, at the Bureau of Reclamation Building, 32 "C" Street N.W., Room 321, Ephrata, Washington.

November 30, 2005 8 p.m.

Woman injured during robbery

Clerk found on floor of gas station

November 30, 2005 8 p.m.

Kristine Shuler, Clerk-Treasurer

#012022

November 30, 2005 8 p.m.

Jones, Jones leave Grant County PUD

Married couple moving to Spokane, wife takes new job

November 30, 2005 8 p.m.

Notice of Trustee's Sale

Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq.

November 30, 2005 8 p.m.

ORDINANCE NO. 630

AN ORDINANCE TO ADOPT THE ANNUAL BUDGET OF THE CITY OF WARDEN, WASHINGTON FOR FISCAL YEAR 2006

George on George, Part Deux
November 30, 2005 8 p.m.

George on George, Part Deux

Small turn-out for first new American History Nights

November 30, 2005 8 p.m.

Arsonist started floral shop blaze

David Cole

Edna May Elliott
November 30, 2005 8 p.m.

Edna May Elliott

Edna May Elliott, 83, passed away on Nov. 25 at Sunbridge Care and Rehabiliation In Moses Lake.

Chiefs host, sweep co-ed jamboree
November 30, 2005 8 p.m.

Chiefs host, sweep co-ed jamboree

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake High School's Chief gym was bustling with basketballs, duffle bags and fans Tuesday night during the season opening jamboree hosted by the Chiefs.

November 30, 2005 8 p.m.

Notice of Trustee's Sale

Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq.

Lady Vikes win first home game
November 30, 2005 8 p.m.

Lady Vikes win first home game

MOSES LAKE — The Big Bend Community College women's basketball team defeated their first opponent at home Tuesday.

November 30, 2005 8 p.m.

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 December 14, 2005 for the Replacement of the Existing IVR/ACD System as more fully described in Contract Documents 130-2107.

November 30, 2005 8 p.m.

SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 629

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WARDEN HAS ADOPTED AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2005 BUDGET AS ADOPTED BY ORDINANCE NO 622, NOVEMBER 23, 2004.

November 30, 2005 8 p.m.

Turnout increased in countywide all-mail election

Votes certified Tuesday in Grant, Adams counties

Tuesday, November 29

Virginia M. Curtis
November 29, 2005 8 p.m.

Virginia M. Curtis

Virginia M. Curtis, 84, longtime Moses Lake resident and a woman of great faith, joined her Lord and heavenly family on Thursday, Nov. 24, 2005 at SunBridge Care and Rehabilitation. A memorial service will be held at the Immanuel Lutheran Church, 1020 S. A. St., Moses Lake at 1 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 3. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel and Crematory, Moses Lake.

Chamber manager retires in February
November 29, 2005 8 p.m.

Chamber manager retires in February

Wagner says Moses Lake, chamber have bright futures

November 29, 2005 8 p.m.

SUPERIOR COURT, STATE OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF GRANT

In the Matter of the Estate of: )

November 29, 2005 8 p.m.

Wyman appointed as new Othello council member

City seeks planning commissioner

November 29, 2005 8 p.m.

Literacy council to close Dec. 31

Closure comes after low participation numbers fail meeting grant requirements

November 29, 2005 8 p.m.

Notice of Trustee's Sale

Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq.

November 29, 2005 8 p.m.

Yahoo exploring possible data center in Grant County

David A. Cole

November 29, 2005 8 p.m.

Hilma Pauline Chaffee

Hilma Pauline Chaffee, born July 15, 1922 in Royalton, Minn. died at her home on Nov. 20, 2005 in Moses Lake, Washington; she was 83.

Photo of Othello robbery suspect released to public
November 29, 2005 8 p.m.

Photo of Othello robbery suspect released to public

Police continue investigation, seek more information on pair of robbers

November 29, 2005 8 p.m.

SUPERIOR COURT, STATE OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF GRANT

In the Matter of the Estate )

Monday, November 28

November 28, 2005 8 p.m.

Hartline school damaged by burglars

School flooded when fire hydrant faucet turned on

November 28, 2005 8 p.m.

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

CITY OF MOSES LAKE

November 28, 2005 8 p.m.

PUBLIC NOTICE

The December meeting of the Noxious Weed Control Board of Grant County will be held Monday, December 5, 2005, at 12:00 noon, at the Bureau of Reclamation Building, 32 "C" Street N.W., Room 321, Ephrata, Washington.

Yarbros marshals for ag parade
November 28, 2005 8 p.m.

Yarbros marshals for ag parade

Route closed to parking during annual agriculture appreciation celebration

A citywide cleanup
November 28, 2005 8 p.m.

A citywide cleanup

Code enforcement program patrols for beautification along city streets

November 28, 2005 8 p.m.

Ordinance No. 2240

An ordinance adopting the budget for the City of Moses Lake, Washington for the year of 2006

November 28, 2005 8 p.m.

NOTICE OF SPECIAL PUBLIC HEARING

OF

November 28, 2005 8 p.m.

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON

IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF GRANT

Reporter proves self to be local tourist attraction
November 28, 2005 8 p.m.

Reporter proves self to be local tourist attraction

In a recent story, my colleague Brad Gary reported Moses Lake's city budget is looking a little bit better for 2006, thanks in part to an increase in the city's sale tax due to more spending locally.

November 28, 2005 8 p.m.

Raising funds to help local Habitat for Humanity

$30,000 raised at 11th annual Festival of Trees

November 28, 2005 8 p.m.

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 Wanapum Village Lane SW, Beverly, Washington until 2:30 P.M., on December 15, 2005 for Priest Rapids Dam Spillway Apron and End Sill Underwater Concrete Repair as more fully described in Contract Documents 230-2132R.

'Students helping student'
November 28, 2005 8 p.m.

'Students helping student'

Peninsula Elementary rallies to help fellow student get new motorized wheelchair

November 28, 2005 8 p.m.

NOTICE OF PROPOSED SETTLEMENT OF

CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT

Saturday, November 26

November 26, 2005 8 p.m.

Travelers moving smoothly through mountain passes

David A. Cole

Bell ringers make generosity merry
November 26, 2005 8 p.m.

Bell ringers make generosity merry

Kids an integral part for one jolly worker

November 26, 2005 8 p.m.

Othello grocery store robbed at gunpoint

OTHELLO — No arrests have been made following an armed robbery at the Leprekon grocery store in Othello Wednesday.

Color reigns at yarn and fiberworks
November 26, 2005 8 p.m.

Color reigns at yarn and fiberworks

Store owner weaves place for self at yarn store

Vike's youth an advantage for development
November 26, 2005 8 p.m.

Vike's youth an advantage for development

Runnin' Vikes look forward to season

Floral shop in flames Wednesday night
November 26, 2005 8 p.m.

Floral shop in flames Wednesday night

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake Floral burned in a fire Wednesday night.

Wednesday, November 23

How to cook a turkey, kindgarten style
November 23, 2005 8 p.m.

How to cook a turkey, kindgarten style

Young students use imaginations creating Thanksgiving feasts

November 23, 2005 8 p.m.

Local coach wins award from peers for softball

OTHELLO — Coach Rudy Ochoa was named the Fastpitch Coach of the Year by the Washington State Coaches Association last weekend at the Washington State Softball Hall of Fame. He received the award after a committee of his peers chose him out of all the coaches within the organization. Ochoa received a similar award in 2002.

November 23, 2005 8 p.m.

Moses Lake adopts budget for 2006

Reward offered in BB vandalism

November 23, 2005 8 p.m.

An introduction to an American holiday

Rileys among folks opening doors to show Japanese students Thanksgiving customs

Chiefs win 'baker' games to defeat Kennewick
November 23, 2005 8 p.m.

Chiefs win 'baker' games to defeat Kennewick

Lady Chiefs bowl well late

November 23, 2005 8 p.m.

Lady Vikes start season with Tip-Off wins

Big Bend looks to perform well

November 23, 2005 8 p.m.

NOTICE

Notice is Hereby given that the regular meeting of the Board of Commissioners of Adams County Public Hospital District # 3, DBA Othello Community Hospital, for the month of November will be held on Wednesday November 30, 2005 at 6 p.m. in the conference room located in the lower level at Othello Community Hospital, 315 N. 14th Avenue, Othello, WA.

Banking on a Thanksgiving meal
November 23, 2005 8 p.m.

Banking on a Thanksgiving meal

Food bank distributes turkey in baskets for holiday

Ray Leon Frodsham
November 23, 2005 8 p.m.

Ray Leon Frodsham

Ray Leon Frodsham, 75, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away at Samaritan Hospital on Monday, Nov. 2005. A memorial service will be held Nov. 25 at 1 p.m. at the Grape Drive L.D.S. church with Bishop Redford officiating. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel and Crematory, Moses Lake.

November 23, 2005 8 p.m.

Veterans eat free on Thanksgiving

EPHRATA — Seven years ago, Thanksgiving Day changed for Rosie Terry and her husband, Melvin, when they decided it no longer made sense for two people to simply stay home with their big turkey dinner.

November 23, 2005 8 p.m.

Isaac Bliss Roberts

Isaac Bliss Roberts, Jr., 94, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Monday, Nov. 22, 2005 at his home. Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m., Friday, Nov. 25 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Grape Drive Chapel, with President Les Michie presiding. Interment will follow at Valley View Memorial Park in Soap Lake. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel and Crematory, Moses Lake.

Tuesday, November 22

November 22, 2005 8 p.m.

Mattawa murder suspect still at large

Suspect allegedly shot 37-year-old man Friday

November 22, 2005 8 p.m.

Candidate turns down Othello police chief job

City advertising position statewide

November 22, 2005 8 p.m.

County preps for flu pandemic

Local officals concerned about avian flu

November 22, 2005 8 p.m.

Notice of Trustee's Sale

Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq.

November 22, 2005 8 p.m.

Notice of Trustee's Sale

Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq.

November 22, 2005 8 p.m.

William (Bill) Tapio

William (Bill) Tapio, 59, passed away Nov. 16 at the University of Washington in Seattle. A longtime resident of Moses Lake, Bill was born on April 30, 1946 in Belcourt, N.D.

November 22, 2005 8 p.m.

George gathers for American History Night

Soup potluck, video presentation portrays Washington as 'reluctant leader'

Mammoth tusk found on Odessa ranch
November 22, 2005 8 p.m.

Mammoth tusk found on Odessa ranch

8-foot tusk not first Ice Age artifact unearthed in the area

Monday, November 21

'Real dreams and real possibilities'
November 21, 2005 8 p.m.

'Real dreams and real possibilities'

OIC works to aid agriculture workers, area business with training, resources

November 21, 2005 8 p.m.

Odessa aquifer groups to coordinate efforts

CBDL, OARC discuss approaches to declining water

Taking the finger off of 'fast forward'
November 21, 2005 8 p.m.

Taking the finger off of 'fast forward'

Last week our editorial page touched on a topic I've been considering for some time: Our culture's ever increasing tendency to plow into the Christmas season earlier and earlier every year. As Herald writer Brad W. Gary and a letter to the editor writer touched on last Thursday, this need for holiday speed seems to be accelerating, pushing Americans to the point that we're nearly skipping over Thanksgiving in our excitement for Christmas.

November 21, 2005 8 p.m.

John A. Shaw

John A. Shaw passed away on Nov. 10 in Soap Lake after a long illness. He was born in Seattle on Oct. 22,1922.

November 21, 2005 8 p.m.

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

Sealed Bids for construction of the 2006 Taxiway Delta Portland Cement Concrete Pavement Reconstruction at Grant County International Airport, addressed to the Port of Moses Lake, will be received at the office of the Executive Manager, Port of Moses Lake, 7810 Andrews Street NE, Suite 200, Moses Lake, Washington 98837 (OWNER), until 2:00 p.m., local time, on the 12th day of December, 2005. Any Bids received after the specified time will not be considered.

Thanks given for help
November 21, 2005 8 p.m.

Thanks given for help

Soroptimist International delivers 150 food baskets to area's needy families

November 21, 2005 8 p.m.

Knights heading to semi-finals in Tacoma

ROCKFORD — Royal held Freeman scoreless after the first quarter in their 35-14 win Saturday.

Rusty Figgins builds loyalty by bottling great wines
November 21, 2005 8 p.m.

Rusty Figgins builds loyalty by bottling great wines

GEORGE — With every bottle of wine made at Cave B Estate Winery, no one is more familiar with what went into producing it than winemaker Rusty Figgins.

November 21, 2005 8 p.m.

Lind-Ritzville moves on to the semis

EASTSOUND — The Broncos defeated Orcas Island 49-13 Saturday.

November 21, 2005 8 p.m.

Giving Life

Basin blood donors recognized for their donations

Friday, November 18

Ephrata Rotarian discusses literacy with U.N. panel
November 18, 2005 8 p.m.

Ephrata Rotarian discusses literacy with U.N. panel

Rotary project helps Guatemalan students

November 18, 2005 8 p.m.

NOTICE OF FILING OF 2006 PRELIMINARY BUDGET

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

November 18, 2005 8 p.m.

Home sweet home

Habitat for Humanity helps family build own home

November 18, 2005 8 p.m.

Touring the Columbia Basin by 'speeder' train

Procession of speeders took over local railways

November 18, 2005 8 p.m.

Grant County PUD bond rating upgraded

David A. Cole

November 18, 2005 8 p.m.

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 Wanapum Village Lane SW, Beverly, Washington until 2:30 P.M., on December 5, 2005 for Transporting Westinghouse Spare GSU Transformer from Priest Rapids to Wanapum Dam as more fully described in Contract Documents 230-2178.

The glory days of high school
November 18, 2005 8 p.m.

The glory days of high school

MOSES LAKE — Michael Tucker is an energetic 18-year-old. Even sitting for an interview, he radiates movement, his leg continually bouncing and his chair position changing with each passing moment.

Golden or Red Delicious? No, Coug or Husky
November 18, 2005 8 p.m.

Golden or Red Delicious? No, Coug or Husky

This weekend ushers in the biggest game of the season for the Washington State Cougars and the University of Washington Huskies. Which are you?

Merrill (Mitch-Mike) Musulin
November 18, 2005 8 p.m.

Merrill (Mitch-Mike) Musulin

Mike Musulin, age 88, passed over from this life to eternity on Nov. 12 in Moses Lake. Mike was born in Kaslo, BC on Oct. 16, 1918. He was preceded in death by a brother, Denzel (Denny), and a sister, Zelda (Irene). He is survived by a nephew, Larry Crowley of Bellevue, and longtime friend Gary Fisher of Moses Lake.

Thursday, November 17

November 17, 2005 8 p.m.

City of Moses Lake

Notice of Application

November 17, 2005 8 p.m.

LOAN NO. 0002714640

T.S. NO. 1077457-06 PARCEL NO. 14-0475-149 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee, Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation of Washington, will on December 23, 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 8, block 3, Poplar Park Estates First Addition, according to the plat thereof recorded in volume 15 of plats, pages 50 and 51, records of Grant County Washington. Commonly known as: 714 K Street SE Ephrata WA 98823 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated July 06, 1999, recorded December 03, 1999, under Auditor's File No. 1058165, Book xx, Page xx, records of Grant County, Washington, from Ned C. England and Jeanie P. England, Husband And Wife as Grantor, to First American Title Insurance Company as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of Bank of America, N.A., D/B/A Of Nationsbank, N.A. as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned by N/A to LaSalle Bank National Association As Trustee For Certificateholders of EMC Mortgage Loan Trust 2003-B Mortgage Loan Pass-Through Certificates, Series 200B 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: $15,215.05 (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 $79,248.33, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument secured from September 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 December 23, 2005. The default(s) referred to in paragraph III, must be cured by December 12, 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 December 12, 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 December 12, 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: Ned C England, 714 K Street SE, Ephrata WA 98823; Jeanie P. England, 714 K Street SE, Ephrata WA 98823 by both first class and certified mail on August 02, 2005 proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and on August 03, 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 September 12, 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-122467 11/18/2005 12/09/02005

Accessible homes dedicated in Moses Lake
November 17, 2005 8 p.m.

Accessible homes dedicated in Moses Lake

Development built for residents with disabilities

November 17, 2005 8 p.m.

City of Moses Lake

Notice of Application

November 17, 2005 8 p.m.

Ice rink starts skating season Saturday

Skates available for rent at recreation center

November 17, 2005 8 p.m.

STATE OF WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY

NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO CONSTRUCT AN AIR POLLUTION SOURCE

November 17, 2005 8 p.m.

PORT OF MOSES LAKE

(Grant County Port District No. 10)

Grounded in reality TV
November 17, 2005 8 p.m.

Grounded in reality TV

Fledgling sod farm makes donation to ABC home makeover show

November 17, 2005 8 p.m.

Grant County's financial statements late, again

Tardiness could jeopardize grant money eligibility

November 17, 2005 8 p.m.

Congress grapples Medicaid reform

House yet to pass bill to cut $50 billion from social programs

Angie Allen
November 17, 2005 8 p.m.

Angie Allen

Angie Allen, age 93, passed away Nov. 13 at Lake Ridge Special Care Center in Moses Lake. A longtime resident of Skagit Valley, she was born Sept. 26, 1912 in Sedro Woolley. Angie moved to Moses Lake in 2002.

November 17, 2005 8 p.m.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON

FOR GRANT COUNTY

Wednesday, November 16

November 16, 2005 8 p.m.

New laws urge drivers to get out of the way

WSP, others to start ticketing unyielding motorists

November 16, 2005 8 p.m.

STATE OF WASHINGTON

Irrigated Cash Lease No. 12-078569

Jimmy Ray Byrd
November 16, 2005 8 p.m.

Jimmy Ray Byrd

Another Angel has gone home. Jim Byrd died at home Nov. 11, 2005, following a courageous battle with cancer. Jim lived in Moses Lake for 15 years. He loved the sunshine and, most of all, the fishing.

November 16, 2005 8 p.m.

Notice of Trustee's Sale

Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq.

November 16, 2005 8 p.m.

Notice of Trustee's Sale

Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq.

November 16, 2005 8 p.m.

Moses Lake woman's cold case reopened

David A. Cole

November 16, 2005 8 p.m.

Safe crossing in Ephrata

New crosswalk increases pedestrian safety

'A blaze of color'
November 16, 2005 8 p.m.

'A blaze of color'

Ephrata artist's pieces on display at This and Thatz

November 16, 2005 8 p.m.

Notice of Trustee's Sale

Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq.

November 16, 2005 8 p.m.

Intermodal train service delayed

Area in 'limbo' while Burlington railroad sorts through issues

November 16, 2005 8 p.m.

NOTICE OF MEETING OF

BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE

Tuesday, November 15

November 15, 2005 8 p.m.

NOTICE

Notice is Hereby given that the regular meeting of the Board of Commissioners of Adams County Public Hospital District # 3, DBA Othello Community Hospital, for the month of November will be held on Wednesday November 30, 2005 at 6 p.m. in the conference room located in the lower level at Othello Community Hospital, 315 N. 14th Avenue, Othello, WA.

November 15, 2005 8 p.m.

Candidates applications received for open council member seats

Current members to hold interviews of four applicants this month

November 15, 2005 8 p.m.

PUD prepares to issue about $100 million in bonds

Bonds sold to pay for improvements to Priest Rapids Dam, pay off old bonds

November 15, 2005 8 p.m.

Despite opposition, gas tax a go in Grant County

Potato Hill bridge replacement, Highway 17 widening move forward after voters

Education not impossible for those serving jail time
November 15, 2005 8 p.m.

Education not impossible for those serving jail time

Inmates earn GEDs, plan for getting jobs while in county jail

Roy H. Elkins
November 15, 2005 8 p.m.

Roy H. Elkins

Roy H. Elkins, who lived in Othello since 1968, passed away on November 13, 2005 at the Deaconess Medical Center in Spokane. He was born to Henry and Francis Elkins on August 23, 1931 in Mooresburg, Tenn.

November 15, 2005 8 p.m.

Farm bureau chief takes lead for another year

Bates recommends involvement, says organization provides farmer assistance

November 15, 2005 8 p.m.

NOTICE

Notice is Hereby Given that a Special Meeting of the Board of Commissioners of Adams County Public Hospital District #3, DBA Othello Community Hospital, will be held on Tuesday, November 22, at 12:00 p.m. in the conference room located in the lower level at Othello Community Hospital, 315 N. 14th Avenue, Othello, WA. The Board will enter Executive Session per RCW 42.30.110(1)(g).

Monday, November 14

November 14, 2005 8 p.m.

Gladys M. Williams

Oct. 23, 1920 - Nov. 10, 2005

November 14, 2005 8 p.m.

John W. Baird

John W. Baird of Ephrata, passed on early Monday morning, Nov. 7, 2005, at his home in Shady Acres.

November 14, 2005 8 p.m.

Ag bill benefits area's specialty crops

Bill restores research funds, aids local farmers

November 14, 2005 8 p.m.

LULAC chapter officially welcomed in Quincy

Community comes together to bridge cultural barriers and advocate civil rights for Hispanics

Not your typical banker
November 14, 2005 8 p.m.

Not your typical banker

Chamber's Ambassador General finds the fun in life

November 14, 2005 8 p.m.

STATE OF WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY

NOTICE OF INDUSTRIAL WASTE DISCHARGE PERMIT APPLICATION AND PROPOSED RENEWAL OF PERMIT NO. ST 5382

November 14, 2005 8 p.m.

Maintaining the challenge in academics

Students and parents seek continued opportunities to keep education interesting

November 14, 2005 8 p.m.

Budget sees new projects for Moses Lake in 2006

City looks at downtown, aquatic center improvements

Veterans saluted
November 14, 2005 8 p.m.

Veterans saluted

With a combination of prayer and honor, veterans and supporters gathered Sunday to honor the men and women who have served their nation in the armed forces.

Voters throwing money away, giving too much control to government
November 14, 2005 8 p.m.

Voters throwing money away, giving too much control to government

The results from the election say two things to me: Voters are throwing their money away and they want the government to control every aspect of their lives. In particular I'm referring to the gas tax that wasn't repealed and the smoking ban that passed.

Friday, November 11

Lady Chiefs undefeated after Thursday
November 11, 2005 8 p.m.

Lady Chiefs undefeated after Thursday

Moses Lake shut out the Lady Panthers 3-0

'You have to be strong'
November 11, 2005 8 p.m.

'You have to be strong'

Moses Lake National Guardsman recounts time in Iraq, New Orleans

Business is always unique inside Sue's Shadow Box
November 11, 2005 8 p.m.

Business is always unique inside Sue's Shadow Box

Diversity of offerings keeps things steady in downtown shop

Celebrating soldiers of past and present
November 11, 2005 8 p.m.

Celebrating soldiers of past and present

Assembly brings students and veterans together in honor of Veterans Day

November 11, 2005 8 p.m.

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 December 7, 2005, for Supplying Distribution Transformers for 2006 as more fully described in Contract Documents 170-2123.

November 11, 2005 8 p.m.

Volunteers are reason for season

MOSES LAKE — 'Twas the morn of elections and all through the city, crews worked feverishly to ensure everything looked holidayish and pretty.

November 11, 2005 8 p.m.

Still mayor after all these years

31-year incumbent Raymond R. Halsey wins closest race in his career

November 11, 2005 8 p.m.

MEETING NOTICE

The quarterly meeting of the North Central Workforce Development Council is scheduled for 4:00 p.m., November 18 at Confluence Technology Center in Wenatchee. For more information, call 663-3091.

November 11, 2005 8 p.m.

NOTICE OF FILING OF 2006 PRELIMINARY BUDGET

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

BB shootings damage businesses
November 11, 2005 8 p.m.

BB shootings damage businesses

MOSES LAKE — Nearly two dozen businesses have had to call the police in the last two weeks, to report their windows shot out by BBs.

November 11, 2005 8 p.m.

Notice of Workshop

The City Council of the City of Warden will hold a budget workshop on November 15, 2005 at 5:00 PM at City Hall.

Thursday, November 10

November 10, 2005 8 p.m.

Ordinance No. 2239

An ordinance fixing the amount to be received for municipal purposes from taxations on assessed valuations on property within the City of Moses Lake, Washington for 2006

November 10, 2005 8 p.m.

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 November 22, 2005 for Contract Supplying Nine Sets of Power Bars, Collector Shoes & Festoon Channels for the Wanapum Turbines as more fully described in Contract Documents 370-2162R.

November 10, 2005 8 p.m.

Fire destroys Adams County home

Bank repossessed home prior to fire

School rumors prompt planning
November 10, 2005 8 p.m.

School rumors prompt planning

Technology appears to have spread word

First taste of state for the Lady Lions
November 10, 2005 8 p.m.

First taste of state for the Lady Lions

MLCA heads to big dance for the first time

November 10, 2005 8 p.m.

Ordinance No. 2238

An ordinance fixing the estimated amount to be received for municipal purposes from taxations on assessed valuations on property within the City of Moses Lake, Washington for 2006

November 10, 2005 8 p.m.

PORT OF MOSES LAKE

(Grant County Port District No. 10)

Getting rid of the itch
November 10, 2005 8 p.m.

Getting rid of the itch

Aimee Hornberger

November 10, 2005 8 p.m.

NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Warden School District has declared the following as surplus property and will accept sealed bids on a 1991 Dodge Spirit, good condition, Department of Transportation inspected in 2005. Includes mounted studded snow tires. Address your bid to: Administration Office, Warden School District, 101 W. Beck Way, Warden, WA 98857. Please mark your envelope "BID" in the lower left hand corner. Bids will be accepted until 2:00 PM, November 21, 2005. For more information contact Jerry Kinder, Transportation Supervisor at 509-349-2366, ext. 1470.

Moses Lake sends swim, dive teams to state
November 10, 2005 8 p.m.

Moses Lake sends swim, dive teams to state

Lady Chiefs look to record season bests

November 10, 2005 8 p.m.

Escaped convicts captured

Suspects flee police in stolen car after being located on Broadway

November 10, 2005 8 p.m.

PUBLIC NOTICE

City of Moses Lake

November 10, 2005 8 p.m.

PUD proposed budget up for discussion

EPHRATA — The Grant County Public Utility District begins a series of discussions today on the proposed 2006 budget in the library at Frontier Middle School starting at 7 p.m., and the board of commissioners will be there to receive public comment.

Tuesday, November 8

Lady Vikes host seven team weekend tournament
November 8, 2005 8 p.m.

Lady Vikes host seven team weekend tournament

MOSES LAKE — Big Bend Community College hosted a crossover volleyball tournament Friday and Saturday that included participants from all over Washington state.

'Keep your feet on the ground'
November 8, 2005 8 p.m.

'Keep your feet on the ground'

Olympic Gold Medalist speaks at Wallenstein Theater

November 8, 2005 8 p.m.

Events to honor veterans

Olympic Gold Medalist speaks at Wallenstein Theater

November 8, 2005 8 p.m.

County settles public defender lawsuit

Olympic Gold Medalist speaks at Wallenstein Theater

November 8, 2005 8 p.m.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR THE COUNTY OF GRANT

RICHARD MACOMBER, )

November 8, 2005 8 p.m.

Amended Notice of Trustee's Sale

Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq.

November 8, 2005 8 p.m.

Ephrata chamber and port join for fiber

Combined groups ask PUD to keep Zipp project alive

November 8, 2005 8 p.m.

SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE #628

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WARDEN HAS ADOPTED AN ORDINANCE AMENDING WARDEN MUNICIPAL CODE S ECTION 8 .28.170 TITLED "VIOLATION - PENALTY" (PUBLIC PARKS)

November 8, 2005 8 p.m.

Election to leave one empty seat in Othello

Councilmen Spohr, McKay seeking mayor's spot

November 8, 2005 8 p.m.

Jason E. Turner

Jason E. Turner passed away early Thursday morning in Ephrata.

November 8, 2005 8 p.m.

Othello store combats slower business with class

Fae's Books and Crafts grows over last 28 years

November 8, 2005 8 p.m.

REQUEST FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES

THE GRAND COULEE PROJECT HYDROELECTRIC AUTHORITY (GCPHA) IS SEEKING PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR ALL PHASES OF ENGINEERING SERVICES AT ITS HYDROELECTRIC POWER PLANTS FOR YEAR 2006. THE IMMEDIATE SERVICES ARE FOR A FEDERAL ENERGY REGULATORY COMMISSION (FERC) APPROVED INDEPENDENT CONSULTANT TO COMPLETE THE FOURTH PART 12 INSPECTION AND REPORT ON MAIN CANAL HEADWORKS HYDROPOWER PLANT (26.0 MW). THE CONSULTANT SELECTED AND THE SERVICES PROVIDED WILL BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF PART 12, SUBPART D OF FERC REGULATIONS, INCLUDING THE DAM SAFETY PERFORMANCE MONITORING PROGRAM AND POTENTIAL FAILURE MODE ANALYSIS.

Monday, November 7

November 7, 2005 8 p.m.

Called to Carnegie

Big Bend Community Chorus invited to perform at prestigious New York venue next year

BBCC showcases importance of basic skills
November 7, 2005 8 p.m.

BBCC showcases importance of basic skills

College marks Adult Literacy Week by sharing opportunities available

Let me ask you a question, if I may…
November 7, 2005 8 p.m.

Let me ask you a question, if I may…

Why are we saving daylight? How do they make nougat? When do you know to dispose of food when it doesn't have an expiration date?

November 7, 2005 8 p.m.

Broncos win after first half shutout

RITZVILLE — The Broncos extended their home winning streak to 35 games Friday, defeating Selkirk 20-8.

November 7, 2005 8 p.m.

Beauty school students debut talent at Hair Show

Roughly 40 students feature variety of clothing, hair styles

November 7, 2005 8 p.m.

Rockslide closes I-90, other routes jammed

Two alternatives for Columbia Basin travelers

November 7, 2005 8 p.m.

Almira/Coulee/Hartline defeats Inchelium

ALMIRA — The Warriors defeated Inchelium 54-30 to end the season Friday.

November 7, 2005 8 p.m.

Farewell to Pigskin Prophets

Another year of friendly competition has ended and it is safe to say that Loren Sandhop took the rest of us to the cleaners. His picks late in the season pulled him ahead of the pack and I offer my congratulations for the effort.

November 7, 2005 8 p.m.

Ephrata resident's cause of death remains unknown

Body found near warehouse Nov. 3

November 7, 2005 8 p.m.

STATE OF WASHINGTON

DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY

Friday, November 4

November 4, 2005 8 p.m.

Food bank making push to buy truck

Refrigerated truck scheduled to arrive within month

November 4, 2005 8 p.m.

Sheriff's Office responds to bomb threat

No bomb found, Head Start program canceled Thursday

November 4, 2005 8 p.m.

NOTICE OF FILING OF 2006 PRELIMINARY BUDGET

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

November 4, 2005 8 p.m.

Calling pioneers and their families

Students work to record oral histories of first farmers

November 4, 2005 8 p.m.

NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Warden School District has declared the following as surplus property and will accept sealed bids on a 1991 Dodge Spirit, good condition, Department of Transportation inspected in 2005. Includes mounted studded snow tires. Address your bid to: Administration Office, Warden School District, 101 W. Beck Way, Warden, WA 98857. Please mark your envelope "BID" in the lower left hand corner. Bids will be accepted until 2:00 PM, November 21, 2005. For more information contact Jerry Kinder, Transportation Supervisor at 509-349-2366, ext. 1470.

Ephrata man carving niche out for himself
November 4, 2005 8 p.m.

Ephrata man carving niche out for himself

Chainsaw sculpting business gets by on faith

November 4, 2005 8 p.m.

Request for Proposals #230-2173 for

Professional Fire Protection Engineering Services

November 4, 2005 8 p.m.

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF BOARD MEETING DATE CHANGE AND PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING

November 4, 2005 8 p.m.

Vandals caught in Japanese garden crime

Suspects still being sought in summer vandalism damage

Knights finish season with perfect 10-0 records
November 4, 2005 8 p.m.

Knights finish season with perfect 10-0 records

ROYAL CITY — The Royal City Knights racked up 613 total yards offense and easily brushed the Goldendale Timberwolves aside 56-13 to wrap up another unbeaten regular season Thursday night at David Nielsen Memorial Field. The Knights now look forward to Nov. 12 and hosting their first playoff game of the season and ultimately defending last year's state championship.

An emotional victory to end the season
November 4, 2005 8 p.m.

An emotional victory to end the season

Tucker returns for final Chiefs game

November 4, 2005 8 p.m.

Request for Proposals #430-2176 for

Professional Underwater Surveying Services

Ellen M. Harder
November 4, 2005 8 p.m.

Ellen M. Harder

On Oct. 31, our beloved Ellen went home to be with the Lord. Ellen, 62, was born Feb. 3, 1943 and resided in Soap Lake. She is survived by her loving husband Melvin Harder and four wonderful children: Deborah Figueroa, Brenda Finke, Melissa Dishesare and Sonny Smith. She was one of 14 children and is survived by all: George Knutson, Jerry Knutson, Larry Knutson, Judy Zomack, Danny Knutson, Olie Knutson, Margaret Lode, Rose Mary Cunningham, Dorothy Schmidt, John Knutson, Roy Knutson, Ruth Kisler and Tim Knutson. She was a grandmother of 15 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her mother Ruby Morris.

November 4, 2005 8 p.m.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

Request For Proposals (RFP), for Internet Upstream Access, will be received by the Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County at Ephrata, Washington until 5:00 P.M., on Thursday December 1, 2005 for the Services as more fully described in the RFP Documents.

Cowboy poet headlines farm bureau dinner
November 4, 2005 8 p.m.

Cowboy poet headlines farm bureau dinner

President stresses importance of farmer unity

Thursday, November 3

November 3, 2005 8 p.m.

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 November 16, 2005 for the Purchase of One 2005 SBA 4X2 33,000 GVWR 6/8 Yard Dump Truck as more fully described in Contract Documents 170-2169.

November 3, 2005 8 p.m.

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 November 16, 2005 for the Purchase of One 40' Manlift as more fully described in Contract Documents 170-2172.

Mattawa school is ahead of schedule
November 3, 2005 8 p.m.

Mattawa school is ahead of schedule

Board approves $1.23 million for increases in cost of materials

November 3, 2005 8 p.m.

Notice of Trustee's Sale

Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq.

November 3, 2005 8 p.m.

Ephrata moves ahead in budget process

City's budget to be adopted by Dec. 31

November 3, 2005 8 p.m.

LOAN NO. 0821997 T.S.

NO. 1077084-06 PARCEL NO. 07o-0311-000 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee, Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation of Washington, will on November 18, 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: Lots 11, 12, and 13, block 18, G.K. Reed's Town Plat of Coulee City, according to the plat thereof recorded in volume 1 of plats, page 2, records of Grant county, Washington. Commonly known as: 104 E Douglas Street Coulee City Wa 99115 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated June 19, 2002, recorded June 21, 2002, under Auditor's File No. 1105539, Book xx, Page xx, records of Grant County, Washington, from Aaron L. Murray, ASP as Grantor, to Chicago Title Insurance Company as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of National City Mortgage Co 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: $9,738.05 (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 $80,063.31, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument secured from January 01, 2005, 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 November 18, 2005. The default(s) referred to in paragraph III, must be cured by November 07, 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 November 07, 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 November 07, 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: Aaron L Murray, 104 E Douglas Street, Coulee City Wa 99115 by both first class and certified mail on July 14, 2005 proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and on July 15, 2005 the written notice of default was posted in a conspicious 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 August 11, 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-121429 10/14/2005 11/04/2005

November 3, 2005 8 p.m.

NOTICE OF MEETING CHANGE

CITY OF WARDEN

November 3, 2005 8 p.m.

Special athletes to benefit from spaghetti feed fund-raiser

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake Special Olympics wants the public to join them as they hold auctions and a spaghetti feed on Nov. 10 at Chief Moses Middle School to raise money for next year's activities.

November 3, 2005 8 p.m.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON

FOR GRANT COUNTY

November 3, 2005 8 p.m.

Festival being planned for pigging out in Moses Lake

Promoter hopes to set July festival in McCosh Park

Johnny Keith Ulrey Jr.
November 3, 2005 8 p.m.

Johnny Keith Ulrey Jr.

Johnny Keith Ulrey Jr., 29, of Yakima, formerly of Moses Lake, was taken from us on Oct. 28.

New entrepreneurs gather for like-minded meeting
November 3, 2005 8 p.m.

New entrepreneurs gather for like-minded meeting

Turnout exceeds hosts' expectations

Wednesday, November 2

November 2, 2005 8 p.m.

Quincy enforces tab tax

Business owners say tax collection may close some doors

Voting under way for election
November 2, 2005 8 p.m.

Voting under way for election

Bad addresses leave voters without ballots

November 2, 2005 8 p.m.

Moses Lake get good audit

No findings reported by SAO

November 2, 2005 8 p.m.

Pet adoption made easier

WSU free spay, neuter program aids resident humane society

November 2, 2005 8 p.m.

Remains identified

Victim is Othello man

Tuesday, November 1

November 1, 2005 8 p.m.

NOTICE OF WITHDRAWAL OF

APPLICATION & SEPA DETERMINATION

November 1, 2005 8 p.m.

Health district hosts flu clinic Saturday

No shortages of vaccine expected

November 1, 2005 8 p.m.

Remains found in trailer fire

Ignition still under investigation

X-ray marks the spot
November 1, 2005 8 p.m.

X-ray marks the spot

Samaritan Healthcare scans holiday treats

November 1, 2005 8 p.m.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON

FOR GRANT COUNTY

November 1, 2005 8 p.m.

Lions Club celebrates 50th anniversary

Chris Larsen presented letter of appreciation

November 1, 2005 8 p.m.

Quincy bank robbed by man in 'Scream' mask

QUINCY — A bank robber concealed his identity with a "Scream" Halloween mask and entered Washington Trust Bank in Quincy around 9:20 a.m. Monday, escaping with an undisclosed amount of cash, authorities said.

Cindy WoodRuff
November 1, 2005 8 p.m.

Cindy WoodRuff

On Oct. 25 our beloved Cindy went to be with the Lord, and she will truly be missed. Cindy is survived by the love of her life, Howiey; mother Darlene Williams, brother Vernon WoodRuff, three daughters: Calli Ford (Charles), Darci Ruiz (Medie), Sarah Hankins and six grandchildren: Kayler, 10, Alex, 7, DeJa, 7, Elaina, 9, Noah, 7 and Kayleigh, 4.