Stories for December 2006

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Friday, December 29

Warden defeats Bridgeport
December 29, 2006 8 p.m.

Warden defeats Bridgeport

Cougars come out strong after tough loss

December 29, 2006 8 p.m.

PUD not selling video equipment

Replacing decoders would cost $250,000

Chiefs topple Timberwolves
December 29, 2006 8 p.m.

Chiefs topple Timberwolves

Moses Lake survives third quarter scare for win

December 29, 2006 8 p.m.

Ecology seeks comments on Ephrata landfill

Documents guide cleanup of groundwater contamination

December 29, 2006 8 p.m.

Callers seek info for fraud

Moses Lake police offer advice to avoid theft

Stores evacuated for natural gas leak
December 29, 2006 8 p.m.

Stores evacuated for natural gas leak

MOSES LAKE - Firefighters and law enforcement worked to avoid an explosive situation Thursday morning.

December 29, 2006 8 p.m.

Robert Eli Strugar

Robert Eli Strugar, 77, died Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2006. He was born in Cle Elum on Oct. 22, 1929. Bob died peacefully surrounded by family at Overlake Hospital. He is survived by his four children Marcia Hardy, Bob Strugar, Nancy Hamilton, and Jody Greenberg, nine grandchildren Jason, Jessica, Gina, Teresa, Dominic, Angie, Justin, Nicole, and Luke; 10 great-grandchildren; one brother John Strugar and one sister Norma Courtmanch. Bob was a very successful businessman with Market Basket grocery stores and Totem Beverage, and as a breeder of Thoroughbred horses in Moses Lake. Most importantly, Bob will be remembered for his generosity and kindness by all who knew him.

Thursday, December 28

December 28, 2006 8 p.m.

Nobuo Moriwaki

Nobuo Moriwaki, 85, died peacefully on Dec. 26, 2006, at Samaritan Hospital in Moses Lake.

December 28, 2006 8 p.m.

Grant County passes 2007 budget

Budget set at $28 million

December 28, 2006 8 p.m.

Billy J. McAnulty

Billy J. McAnulty, born January 18, 1933 at Perry, Okla., to William F. and Merle Sarah (Ingraham) McAnulty, passed away Dec. 19, 2006. Billy lived most of his life in Englewood, Colo., area where he owned and operated an auto wrecking and salvage business. Billy and his wife of 56 years have lived in Soap Lake since he retired 16 years ago. Billy is survived by his wife, Patricia Y. (Plymale) McAnulty, his son Billy J. (Rose) McAnulty Jr., his daughters Teresa (Steve) Fries and Patricia (Robert) Brown, 10 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildern and three great-great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at Benson's Funeral Chapel, 104 W Fifth Ave., Moses Lake at 4 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 29, 2006.

December 28, 2006 8 p.m.

PUD adopts $469.8 million budget

EPHRATA — The Grant County Public Utility District commission approved a $469.8 million 2007 budget, during Tuesday's weekly meeting.

December 28, 2006 8 p.m.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON

FOR GRANT COUNTY

December 28, 2006 8 p.m.

Food bank hands out record number of toys

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Food Bank had enough toys to give a record 1,423 children gifts for Christmas this year.

Worthwhile in Wilson Creek
December 28, 2006 8 p.m.

Worthwhile in Wilson Creek

Love moved Roger Blackman to Wilson Creek about 15 years ago.

December 28, 2006 8 p.m.

Hazard plan foggy

Moses Lake reverses decision on plan

Wednesday, December 27

Storyteller settles in Moses Lake
December 27, 2006 8 p.m.

Storyteller settles in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake resident Joan Tucker likes to tell stories.

December 27, 2006 8 p.m.

Ephrata home damaged by Christmas Eve fire

Blaze started by electric wall heater

December 27, 2006 8 p.m.

PUD selling diesel generators

Units served as reserve power

Former President Gerald Ford dies at 93
December 27, 2006 8 p.m.

Former President Gerald Ford dies at 93

RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (AP) — Former President Gerald R. Ford, who declared "Our long national nightmare is over" as he replaced Richard Nixon, died at the age of 93.

Tuesday, December 26

December 26, 2006 8 p.m.

Sinkiuse Square delayed

Construction to be finished in March

December 26, 2006 8 p.m.

Burley R. Norton

Burley R. Norton, Othello resident, passed away Dec. 23, 2006, in Othello. Stevens Funeral Chapel in charge of arrangements.

Moses Lake is ready for swimming
December 26, 2006 8 p.m.

Moses Lake is ready for swimming

MOSES LAKE — A few brave souls are diving into the new year by diving into Moses Lake on Jan. 1 for the annual Polar Bear Plunge.

East Columbia Irrigation District makes manager transition
December 26, 2006 8 p.m.

East Columbia Irrigation District makes manager transition

Simpson preparing to take over for Erickson

December 26, 2006 8 p.m.

Hilda VIola Bise

Hilda Viola Bise, 90, formerly a resident of Coulee City, passed away on Dec. 21, 2006, at Moses Lake, where she had lived for the past 5 years.

December 26, 2006 8 p.m.

Accidents mar holiday weekend

Nine people are injured

December 26, 2006 8 p.m.

ACH plans to build new high school

Construction paid for without selling bonds

Chiefs make holiday sweep
December 26, 2006 8 p.m.

Chiefs make holiday sweep

MOSES LAKE — The Chiefs hosted several teams to kick off winter break, defeating Walla Walla 66-13 and Skyview High School of Billings, Mont. 43-18.

December 26, 2006 8 p.m.

Emil Theodore (Ted) Carlson

Emil Theodore (Ted) Carlson, 96, a resident of Kimball died at his home in Kimball on Friday, Dec. 1, 2006. Cremation has taken place and graveside services were held on Saturday, Dec. 16, at the Potter Cemetery. Memorials have been established to the Kimball Hospital Foundation or the Potter Cemetery Board. Cantrell Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Friday, December 22

Brice remains positive
December 22, 2006 8 p.m.

Brice remains positive

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake resident Larry Brice became a Christian in 1979 at the age of 24, while working for a cold storage company.

December 22, 2006 8 p.m.

Sylvia Jones

Sylvia Jones, 72, Moses Lake resident, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2006, at her home.

Royal Citydog ordinance fines cost $400
December 22, 2006 8 p.m.

Royal Citydog ordinance fines cost $400

Police allow K-9s to pass through

December 22, 2006 8 p.m.

Quincy collects canned food

Volunteer firefighters drove door to door

December 22, 2006 8 p.m.

DuWayne R. Justice

DuWayne R. Justice, 53, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 20, 2006, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident.

December 22, 2006 8 p.m.

Firefighters shop for kids

Moses Lake Fire Department donated toys for Christmas

December 22, 2006 8 p.m.

It's a wonderful life

'They want to see a miracle.'

Tigers struggle against Selah
December 22, 2006 8 p.m.

Tigers struggle against Selah

Ephrata 15, Vikings 63

Open to diversity
December 22, 2006 8 p.m.

Open to diversity

Moses Lake pet store owners expand with metaphysical offerings

Thursday, December 21

December 21, 2006 8 p.m.

Basin firefighters help investigate Wenatchee fire

WENATCHEE — Firefighters from Grant County are assisting the investigation of the source of the Davis Furniture warehouse fire.

December 21, 2006 8 p.m.

Diane Lynette Jackson

Diane Lynette Jackson was born Feb. 17, 1962, in Moses Lake and passed away on Dec. 18, 2006, at Harborview Medical Center, due to medical complications from a gall bladder surgery in March of 2006.

December 21, 2006 8 p.m.

Soap Lake fixes budget

Struggle comes to an end

Preschool students meet Santa
December 21, 2006 8 p.m.

Preschool students meet Santa

MOSES LAKE — Big Bend Community College President Bill Bonaudi said playing Santa Claus for a group of preschool children felt natural.

December 21, 2006 8 p.m.

Quincy enters agreement with Intuit

Projected cost is $960,000

December 21, 2006 8 p.m.

Royal City citizens concerned with water rates

Rates balanced for fairness, to fund repairs

Wednesday, December 20

December 20, 2006 8 p.m.

Royal City dog owners upset with council

Breed ban affects citizens, state patrol K-9 units

Miss Washington visits Moses Lake
December 20, 2006 8 p.m.

Miss Washington visits Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE — Miss Washington visited four Moses Lake elementary schools Tuesday, encouraging students to succeed no matter what their circumstances in life.

December 20, 2006 8 p.m.

Donald M. High

Donald M. High passed away peacefully on Dec. 18, 2006. He was born to Benjamin High and Clementine Pyatt High on March 17, 1916, in Green City, Mo. Don was married to Lorraine M. Durnen on Oct. 10, 1938. She passed away in October 2003 after 65 years of marriage. Don served in the Marines in the Aleutian Islands during World War II. They had lived in Moses Lake since 1953 and had many friends in the area. Don worked for the Teamsters Union for 27 years and retired in 1973. He then worked out of his home for 19 years as a Washington state licensed hypnotherapist. He was a member of the VFW, the Masons, and the Elks. For many years, he met with a group of "coffee friends" every morning.

December 20, 2006 8 p.m.

Doc Hastings visits Moses Lake

Shares accomplishments of the 109th Congress

December 20, 2006 8 p.m.

Bikers collect toys for kids

MOSES LAKE — Members of the Unchained Brotherhood Motorcycle Club collected hundreds of toys for Moses Lake youth over the past two weekends.

December 20, 2006 8 p.m.

Superior Court of Washington

County of GRANT

December 20, 2006 8 p.m.

Othello School District considers bonds sale

OTHELLO — The Othello School District could bring a bonds proposal before voters on March 13.

Chiefs open league with big win
December 20, 2006 8 p.m.

Chiefs open league with big win

MOSES LAKE — With three minutes left to play and no chance of winning, Eisenhower committed a flagrant foul.

Tuesday, December 19

December 19, 2006 8 p.m.

Lady Devils dominate Cascade Christian

Wilson Creek recovers from turnovers to earn victory

December 19, 2006 8 p.m.

PUD manager: Thousands lose power

Last week's storm sheared 60 power poles

December 19, 2006 8 p.m.

Parents learn more about trimester system

MOSES LAKE — Parents of Moses Lake High School students learned more about a proposed trimester system at a forum Monday.

December 19, 2006 8 p.m.

NOTICE OF INTENT TO DECLARE FORFEITURE OF

AND CANCEL CONTRACT

December 19, 2006 8 p.m.

PUD tables video equipment sale

EPHRATA — The Grant County Public Utility District commission delayed a scheduled vote for approval to sell a portion of the video head-end facility.

December 19, 2006 8 p.m.

Henry J. "Hank" Bongiorni

Henry J. "Hank" Bongiorni, 90, of Othello, died on Thursday, Dec. 14, 2006.

Brewing chestnut beer
December 19, 2006 8 p.m.

Brewing chestnut beer

Williams hopes microbrewery will produce commercially

Wilson Creek outpaces Wolverines
December 19, 2006 8 p.m.

Wilson Creek outpaces Wolverines

Devils get revenge for earlier loss against Wolverines

Monday, December 18

December 18, 2006 8 p.m.

An eye for an eye, a gift for a gift

Does the world really need the Chia Pet?

Chiefs battle tough Hanford team
December 18, 2006 8 p.m.

Chiefs battle tough Hanford team

Moses Lake falls behind in first quarter, gains momentum by halftime

Grange Hall renamed to honor 'Huck' Fuller
December 18, 2006 8 p.m.

Grange Hall renamed to honor 'Huck' Fuller

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Grange Hall was renamed Friday in honor of DeForest "Huck" Fuller.

December 18, 2006 8 p.m.

Bounty hunter captures suspect

Mail fraud suspect caught at Moses Lake motel

Zen and the art of ATEC maintenance
December 18, 2006 8 p.m.

Zen and the art of ATEC maintenance

Shelyagovich raises family in Grant County

December 18, 2006 8 p.m.

Moses Lake youth decorate

Annual Christmas tree ready for display

December 18, 2006 8 p.m.

John (Jack) Paul Thorne

Nov. 12, 1933 - Dec. 12, 2006

December 18, 2006 8 p.m.

Adams County reps discuss economic development

Information goal is March 1

December 18, 2006 8 p.m.

One school closed in Quincy

QUINCY — One school in Quincy is out of service through winter break after strong gusts of wind tore through the Columbia Basin last week.

Moses Lake weathers OT against Rams
December 18, 2006 8 p.m.

Moses Lake weathers OT against Rams

Chiefs sweep weekend competition

December 18, 2006 8 p.m.

Evelyn Noah

Evelyn Noah, 71 a longtime Warden resident went home to be with the Lord, Dec. 15, 2006. Memorial services will be held Tuesday, Dec. 19, at 3 p.m. at the First Baptist Church in Warden. Arrangements are in the care of Kayser's Chapel and Crematory, Moses Lake.

December 18, 2006 8 p.m.

Eugene (Gene) Henry Oord

Eugene (Gene) Henry Oord, 74, died peacefully in his sleep Thursday, Dec. 14, at his home in Othello. Oord was born Dec. 27, 1931, in a farmhouse in Zillah. Oord is a graduate of Zillah High School (1950). He won scholarships to play basketball and baseball at Yakima Valley Junior College and Whitworth College, earning his B.A. in education in 1955. Oord also eventually earned his M.A. in education and certificate in administration from Washington State University and his certificate of counseling from Eastern Washington University.

Friday, December 15

December 15, 2006 8 p.m.

Food bank benefits from gingerbread house auction

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Food Bank has more money thanks to 18 gingerbread houses and a few generous bidders.

Warden dominates Granger
December 15, 2006 8 p.m.

Warden dominates Granger

Cougars take down Granger 65-12

December 15, 2006 8 p.m.

Anna Kay Lynn

Anna Kay Lynn, 32, passed away suddenly on Dec. 13, 2006 in Moses Lake. Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 16, at the Evangelical Methodist Church, at 2403 W. Texas in Moses Lake with a reception following.

December 15, 2006 8 p.m.

Most schools in session

GRANT COUNTY — School was canceled in Quincy today because of a lack of electricity in the city, while other cities including Moses Lake, Ephrata, Warden and Othello started school on time.

Longtime truck company expanding to new facilities
December 15, 2006 8 p.m.

Longtime truck company expanding to new facilities

MOSES LAKE — A truck-shaped frame bearing photos hangs on the wall of John Wright's office.

Weather wreaks havoc with Columbia Basin
December 15, 2006 8 p.m.

Weather wreaks havoc with Columbia Basin

COLUMBIA BASIN — Heavy snow, rain and high winds pounded the Columbia Basin Thursday and early today, causing numerous accidents on roadways and knocking out residents' electricity.

Othello makes quick work of Prosser
December 15, 2006 8 p.m.

Othello makes quick work of Prosser

Othello 53, Prosser 28

December 15, 2006 8 p.m.

Susan Irene (Allison) Wilson

Susan Irene (Allison) Wilson, born March 3, 1945, in Phoenix, Ariz., to Roy T. and Ruby B. (Brown) Allison, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Dec. 5, 2006, at LakeRidge Special Care Center in Moses Lake.

December 15, 2006 8 p.m.

Holmquist announces biofuel proposals

Advisory committee met Tuesday

December 15, 2006 8 p.m.

Margaret Joyce Hunter Eccles

Margaret Joyce Hunter Eccles peacefully passed from this life on Nov., 24 2006.

Thursday, December 14

December 14, 2006 8 p.m.

Moses Lake tax contributions total more than $99,000

Association continues program in 2007

December 14, 2006 8 p.m.

Moses Lake approves health funding

Council reluctant toward issue

December 14, 2006 8 p.m.

Genie makes donation to area welding students

Equipment, wire assist programs

December 14, 2006 8 p.m.

NOTICE

MOSES LAKE: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT A PUBLIC AUCTION/LANDLORD LIEN FORECLOSURE SALE WILL TAKE PLACE ON DECEMBER 29, 2006, AT 9:00 a.m. at Cascade Communities, Ltd., 4056 Ottmar Rd. N.E., Space #43, Moses Lake, Washington 98837, on a 1969 DIPLOMAT 60C/12 VIN S6145 Mobile Home located at 4056 Ottmar Rd. NE, Space #43, Moses Lake, Washington, 98837, (509) 765-5401.

December 14, 2006 8 p.m.

Ephrata passes $9.2 million budget

No rate hikes

Programs offer training for in-demand fields
December 14, 2006 8 p.m.

Programs offer training for in-demand fields

MOSES LAKE — Big Bend Community College offers two little-known programs instructors say are in big demand.

Wednesday, December 13

Chiefs too much for Kennewick, Kamiakin
December 13, 2006 8 p.m.

Chiefs too much for Kennewick, Kamiakin

KENNEWICK — Nine Moses Lake wrestlers swept their competition in Tuesday's dominance over Kennewick and Kamiakin.

Holmquist is youngest woman to join Senate
December 13, 2006 8 p.m.

Holmquist is youngest woman to join Senate

OLYMPIA — Senator JanŽa Holmquist, 31, is the youngest woman elected to the Washington state Senate.

December 13, 2006 8 p.m.

LaVina Rhoda Sullivan

LaVina Rhoda Sullivan, 85, of Woodburn, Ore. passed away suddenly on Dec. 10, 2006, at Silverton Hospital in Silverton, Ore.

December 13, 2006 8 p.m.

Stipends increase for Moses Lake council

Increase for new councilmembers

December 13, 2006 8 p.m.

Economic development study explores Adams County

Representatives meeting Thursday in Othello

December 13, 2006 8 p.m.

Prosecutor pleads for juvenile court help

EPHRATA — The number of juvenile offenders charged with crimes by the Grant County Prosecutor's Office may be cut "drastically" in 2007, the county's commissioners were warned Tuesday.

December 13, 2006 8 p.m.

NOTICE OF INTENT TO DECLARE FORFEITURE OF

AND CANCEL CONTRACT

December 13, 2006 8 p.m.

County approves Quincy zoning

Urban growth area expansion fills need

Tuesday, December 12

Manta Rays dominate weekend swim meet
December 12, 2006 8 p.m.

Manta Rays dominate weekend swim meet

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Manta Ray swim team hosted swimmers from Wenatchee, East Wenatchee and Ellensburg Saturday; 70 Manta Rays competed.

December 12, 2006 8 p.m.

Tricia Niles Blais

Tricia Niles Blais passed away on Thursday, Dec. 7 at the age of 37 in Spokane. She leaves behind her son Christopher Niles, her daughter Dalynn Blais, her father Dalen Niles of Spokane, her sister Cari Mathews of Moses Lake, her brother Tracy Niles of Liberty Lake and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins including extended family Michelle Bounty and family.

December 12, 2006 8 p.m.

Interested residents turn out for biodiesel seminar

Biodiesel is piece of energy puzzle

December 12, 2006 8 p.m.

Gregoire visits Moses Lake library

Gregoire discussed connection between libraries and schools

December 12, 2006 8 p.m.

PUD to sell Zipp video equipment

EPHRATA — The Grant County Public Utility District commission is expected to OK the sale of equipment, intended to deliver video via the Zipp fiber optic network, next week.

Lady Vikes split in weekend tournament
December 12, 2006 8 p.m.

Lady Vikes split in weekend tournament

Big Bend falls to Edmonds in overtime thriller

December 12, 2006 8 p.m.

Mary Nelson

Mary Nelson passed away peacefully on Dec. 8, 2006.

December 12, 2006 8 p.m.

Royal City researches rate imbalances

Some citizens pay more than their share of water

December 12, 2006 8 p.m.

Roy A. Kayler

Roy A. Kayler, 81, of Anacortes, died on Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2006 at Island Hospital in Anacortes.

December 12, 2006 8 p.m.

Thomas A. Larsen

Thomas A. Larsen, 88, passed away Sunday, Dec. 10, 2006. He had been a resident of Wenatchee since 2000 and spent 20 years in Moses Lake.

Mike Gregoire visits elementary school
December 12, 2006 8 p.m.

Mike Gregoire visits elementary school

MOSES LAKE — Washington state Gov. Chris Gregoire's husband Mike Gregoire answered some tough questions Monday from a group of third grade students during a visit to Moses Lake.

Monday, December 11

December 11, 2006 8 p.m.

George B. Cooper

George B. Cooper, 98, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, N.M., passed away on Monday, Dec. 4, 2006.

December 11, 2006 8 p.m.

Lady Eagles survive Lady Lions

Soap Lake 44, MLCA 42

December 11, 2006 8 p.m.

Schoesler introducing bill to limit tuition increases

Bill applies to next school year

Jungle adventures - 50 years in the making
December 11, 2006 8 p.m.

Jungle adventures - 50 years in the making

Moses Lake man lives childhood dreams of Amazon jungle

December 11, 2006 8 p.m.

Deborah Elaine Decker

Deborah Elaine Decker was born Oct. 15, 1953, to Robert and Betty Buckner in California. Deborah moved to Moses Lake in 2003 to be near her daughter, Shannon. Deborah enjoyed passing time with a pen or pencil in her hand sketching or drawing whatever was in front of her. Deborah went home to the Lord on Dec. 1, 2006, and is survived by her daughter in Moses Lake, as well as a brother, Kevin Buckner, and two sisters, Sharon Williams and Cheryl Jones, still living in California. Preceding Deborah in death are her parents and infant son, Austin. A memorial service for Deborah will be held at Benson's Funeral Chapel at Fifth and Division in Moses Lake on Dec. 13, 2006, at 1p.m.

December 11, 2006 8 p.m.

State looks to buy PCC rail line

Freight manager 'cautiously optimistic' about acquisition

December 11, 2006 8 p.m.

Lions win thriller over Soap Lake

MLCA 57, Soap Lake 54

December 11, 2006 8 p.m.

Chiefs' Fackrell wins at Inland Empire

Chiefs fourth at Inland Empire

December 11, 2006 8 p.m.

Alvin H. Conrad

Alvin H. Conrad, 50, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Friday, Dec. 8, 2006, in Spokane.

December 11, 2006 8 p.m.

Microsoft drops request for injunction

Lawsuit withdrawn after records request ended

Moses Lake dominates Southridge
December 11, 2006 8 p.m.

Moses Lake dominates Southridge

Chiefs 65, Lady Suns 25

December 11, 2006 8 p.m.

Mattawa gets new food bank

MATTAWA — It's been a long journey, but the town of Mattawa is finally getting a food bank.

Moses Lake defeats Eastmont
December 11, 2006 8 p.m.

Moses Lake defeats Eastmont

Chiefs 66, Wildcats 59

December 11, 2006 8 p.m.

Moses Lake clock suffers

Downtown timepiece is covered in tread marks

Friday, December 8

Compassionate calling
December 8, 2006 8 p.m.

Compassionate calling

Moses Lake residents open new funeral home

Chiefs defeat Sunnyside, West Valley
December 8, 2006 8 p.m.

Chiefs defeat Sunnyside, West Valley

Double dual goes well for Moses Lake

December 8, 2006 8 p.m.

Twins' fight over guests ends with stabbing

Bail set at $250,000 for Ephrata woman

December 8, 2006 8 p.m.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

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

Moses Lake students roll cameras
December 8, 2006 8 p.m.

Moses Lake students roll cameras

Working on sports, anti-drug movie

December 8, 2006 8 p.m.

CBSS wins another state volleyball title

Fourth title makes CBSS hungry for fifth

December 8, 2006 8 p.m.

Moses Lake school district sets trimester meeting

MOSES LAKE - A Moses Lake High School parent forum about switching to trimesters is set for Dec. 18 at 7 p.m. in the high school theater.

December 8, 2006 8 p.m.

Soap Lake approves $25,000 for Lava Lite

Money for report to determine cost

Thursday, December 7

December 7, 2006 8 p.m.

Ella Mae Johnson

Ella Mae Johnson, 76, died Dec. 1 at Sacred Heart Hospital in Spokane after a valiant 12-year fight with cancer. She was born in Sandpoint, Idaho and lived in Othello for 51 years. She taught school for 28 years and opened an antique store upon retiring. A memorial service will be held at the First Presbyterian Church in Othello on Saturday, Dec. 9 at 4 p.m.

December 7, 2006 8 p.m.

Interest revives Beef Information Day

'Quality' program aims to assist cattle producers

Students receive extra help with grant
December 7, 2006 8 p.m.

Students receive extra help with grant

MOSES LAKE — About $400,000 in grant money is available to help offset costs for students attending Big Bend Community College.

December 7, 2006 8 p.m.

Richard Schafer

Lifetime resident of Moses Lake Richard Schafer passed on Nov. 24, 2006, while visiting family in Vancouver, Wash.

December 7, 2006 8 p.m.

Royal City passes dog ordinance

Restrictions placed on certain breeds within city limits

December 7, 2006 8 p.m.

Microsoft starts lawsuit against Quincy

EPHRATA — Internet and computer giant Microsoft Corp. hopes to block a public records request seeking design and building plans for its jumbo data center by suing the city of Quincy.

December 7, 2006 8 p.m.

Soap Lake approves 2007 budget

Two members vote against adopting the 2007 budget

December 7, 2006 8 p.m.

Nancy Eloise Collins Thomas

Nancy Eloise Collins Thomas passed away on Nov. 28 at Avalon Care Center in Spokane, following a long battle to recover from a broken hip. Miss Ellie, as she was known, was a devoted wife to her husband and mother of three daughters and a son.

December 7, 2006 8 p.m.

NOTICE OF INTENTION TO FILE A CLAIM OF ABANDONMENT AND EXTINGUISHMENT OF MINERAL INTERESTS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the following persons of record filed a notice of mining location for certain real property in Grant County, Washington:

Wednesday, December 6

December 6, 2006 8 p.m.

Susan I. Wilson

Susan I. Wilson, 61, passed away Dec. 5, 2006, at LakeRidge Special Care Center in Moses Lake. Arrangements are in care of Benson Family Funeral Service Chapel Cemetery & Crematory.

Lady Lions outpace ACH
December 6, 2006 8 p.m.

Lady Lions outpace ACH

MLCA 49, ACH 29

December 6, 2006 8 p.m.

Robert James "RJ" Schmidt Sr.

Robert James "RJ" Schmidt Sr. of Warden, formerly of Othello, died Sunday evening Dec. 3, 2006 at his home with his family by his side.

December 6, 2006 8 p.m.

Lady Raiders rattle Warden

Lake Roosevelt 48, Warden 44

December 6, 2006 8 p.m.

Salmon protection flows set in mid-Columbia River

EPHRATA — Protective river flows are set for the next seven months in the 51-mile Hanford Reach along the Columbia River, following fall Chinook salmon spawning, the Grant County Public Utility District reported Monday.

December 6, 2006 8 p.m.

Sabina O. Kautz

Sabina O. Kautz, a longtime resident of Moses Lake passed away Tuesday, Nov. 28 at the Wenatchee Valley Hospital.

December 6, 2006 8 p.m.

Deborah Decker

Deborah Decker, 53, passed away Dec. 1, 2006, at her home in Moses Lake. Arrangements are in care of Benson Family Funeral Service Chapel Cemetery & Crematory.

December 6, 2006 8 p.m.

Stephen B. Donald

Stephen B. Donald, 51, passed away Monday, Dec. 4, 2006, at his home in Moses Lake. Arrangements are in care of Benson Family Funeral Service Chapel Cemetery & Crematory.

December 6, 2006 8 p.m.

Othello chamber looks at extending presidency

Scorup assumes title from Lackie in July

December 6, 2006 8 p.m.

Grant PUD line crews provide aid

EPHRATA — Grant County Public Utility District dispatched two line crews last week to provide mutual aid to Snohomish County PUD following damage from wind and snow.

Pet Rescue seeks funding from Othello
December 6, 2006 8 p.m.

Pet Rescue seeks funding from Othello

OTHELLO — The Othello City Council discussed liability issues concerning the renewal of a contract with Pet Rescue Monday night.

Lake Roosevelt runs away from Warden
December 6, 2006 8 p.m.

Lake Roosevelt runs away from Warden

Lake Roosevelt 80, Warden 64

Moses Lake doubles up on Warriors
December 6, 2006 8 p.m.

Moses Lake doubles up on Warriors

MLCA 66, ACH 30

December 6, 2006 8 p.m.

Employers may need to adjust to older workforce

CBIS director addresses changing face of workers

December 6, 2006 8 p.m.

Lillie Belle Ewing-Laffranchi

Lillie Belle Ewing-Laffranchi passed away unexpectedly of natural causes on Dec. 2, 2006, at the family farm south of George.

December 6, 2006 8 p.m.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY

JUVENILE DEPARMENT

Tuesday, December 5

December 5, 2006 8 p.m.

Grange Hall to be named after 'Huck' Fuller

Fuller helped build hall

December 5, 2006 8 p.m.

Grant County sees budget shortfall of $1.5 million

EPHRATA — The Grant County commissioners Monday blamed the bulk of a projected $1.5 million budget deficit on the rising cost of criminal justice services.

December 5, 2006 8 p.m.

Doris Mae Agnes Nieborsky

On Nov. 28, 2006, Doris Mae Agnes Nieborsky passed away while she was a resident of the Columbia Basin Hospital Nursing Home in Ephrata.

December 5, 2006 8 p.m.

Moses Lake Alliance Chruch plans on expansion

Church acquires 14 acres

Please drive carefully: It's my birthday
December 5, 2006 8 p.m.

Please drive carefully: It's my birthday

Dear friends and family,

December 5, 2006 8 p.m.

Otis R. "Bud" Miles

Otis "Bud" Miles died on Thursday, Nov. 23, 2006, at Deaconess Hospital in Spokane from natural causes. "Bud" was born Feb. 7, 1925, in Polson, Mont. to Joseph Alfred (Fred) and Pearl Miles of St. Ignatius, Mont. He was an enrolled member of the Confederated Salish Kootenai Tribes.

December 5, 2006 8 p.m.

Moses Lake Community Health Center expands

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Community Health Center is doubling in size to 40,000 square-feet.

December 5, 2006 8 p.m.

Othello Boys & Girls club to close

Council discusses alternatives

December 5, 2006 8 p.m.

Jesse Ryan Goetz

Jesse Ryan Goetz, 49, entered into rest on Nov. 27, 2006, in Marlin, Wash.

December 5, 2006 8 p.m.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY

JUVENILE DEPARTMENT

December 5, 2006 8 p.m.

Willard (Will) M. Huff

Willard (Will) M. Huff, age 67, died Dec. 3, 2006, in Moses Lake.

December 5, 2006 8 p.m.

Delbert Jones Jr.

Delbert Jones Jr., was born in Shakerville, Ohio, on July 4, 1927 to Delbert and Thelia (Leet) Jones. Delbert served in the South Pacific Theater in World War II in the Navy. Delbert worked for the City of Moses Lake for many years, and specialized in concrete work. He and his wife, Claudine, raised their four children, Robert, Polly, Michael and Gail in Moses Lake.

December 5, 2006 8 p.m.

Ephrata woman stabs sister

EPHRATA — A 27-year-old Ephrata woman was found suffering from multiple stab wounds from her sister Sunday morning.

Friday, December 1

December 1, 2006 8 p.m.

Moses Lake asks voters to approve bonds

State matching funds with $14 million

Warden gets revenge in home opener
December 1, 2006 8 p.m.

Warden gets revenge in home opener

Cougars avenge last season's loss to Chelan

Hickory holidays
December 1, 2006 8 p.m.

Hickory holidays

Seasonal store opens in Moses Lake

December 1, 2006 8 p.m.

Moses Lake tickets woman for parking in her driveway

City ordinance forbids semi-trucks to park on private property

December 1, 2006 8 p.m.

GCEDC offers history, food

MOSES LAKE — Grant County Economic Development Council members get a little history with their banquet.

December 1, 2006 8 p.m.

Moses Lake moving company recognized

ST. LOUIS, Mo. — Talk about a "crowning" achievement.

December 1, 2006 8 p.m.

Warden approves 2007 budget

Garden fees waived

Moses Lake food bank gathers Christmas toys
December 1, 2006 8 p.m.

Moses Lake food bank gathers Christmas toys

Looking to gather about 1,200 toys

December 1, 2006 8 p.m.

PUD approves $253 million bonds sale

COLUMBIA BASIN — The Grant County Public Utility District is selling $253 million in bonds for improvements to two dams on the Columbia River.

Moses Lake jamboree exorcises jitters
December 1, 2006 8 p.m.

Moses Lake jamboree exorcises jitters

Three local teams hit the mats

December 1, 2006 8 p.m.

William 'Bill' Osborne Wright

William "Bill" Osborne Wright, 92, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2006 at Samaritan Hospital. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory, Moses Lake.