Stories for January 2006

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Tuesday, January 31

An evening to remember
January 31, 2006 8 p.m.

An evening to remember

Big Bend celebrates opening of ATEC at second annual Winter Serenade

Hometown girl finds her place in hospice work
January 31, 2006 8 p.m.

Hometown girl finds her place in hospice work

MOSES LAKE — Perhaps for most high school graduates born and raised in a small town, their first inclination upon graduation is to leave.

January 31, 2006 8 p.m.

Request for Bids

The Grant County Mosquito Control District #1 will be accepting sealed bids on products for the purpose of mosquito control in the 2006 Season. Specifications and quotation forms can be obtained from Jim Thompson by phoning 765-7731, or by writing to 735 Edgewater, Moses Lake, Wa 98837. Bidding will close at 12:00 o'clock noon, February 28, 2006, at which time the bids will be opened and reviewed.

Continuing family traditions, in short
January 31, 2006 8 p.m.

Continuing family traditions, in short

So here's the set up: A generation grows up attending their family reunions, weddings and other gatherings surrounded by dozens of relatives and family friends, learning all sorts of minute details about themselves along the way. Hilarity ensues.

Smaller numbers mark Big Event
January 31, 2006 8 p.m.

Smaller numbers mark Big Event

Speakers celebrate artistry of national scenic byway

January 31, 2006 8 p.m.

Man arrested in hit and run Friday morning

Victim treated at Samaritan Hospital

January 31, 2006 8 p.m.

STATE OF WASHINGTON

DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY

January 31, 2006 8 p.m.

High school band to perform with Dallas Brass

Concert Feb. 6 at Wallenstien Theater

January 31, 2006 8 p.m.

Winery plans Valentine's event with chocolate, vintage

Optimistic White Heron owner rewarded with 20th anniversary

Friday, January 27

January 27, 2006 8 p.m.

Meaning in the sound

After latest CD, members of Christian rock band Idlefill are keeping their feet on the ground

January 27, 2006 8 p.m.

Ephrata defeats Cascade

Lady Tigers light up second half

January 27, 2006 8 p.m.

SUPERIOR COURT, STATE OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF GRANT

In the Matter of the Estate of: )

January 27, 2006 8 p.m.

NOTICE OF DETERMINATION OF

NON-SIGNIFICANCE

January 27, 2006 8 p.m.

STATE OF WASHINGTON

DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY

January 27, 2006 8 p.m.

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS

CRACK SEAL PROJECT - 2006

January 27, 2006 8 p.m.

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

CITY OF MOSES LAKE

Moses Lake swims past Panthers
January 27, 2006 8 p.m.

Moses Lake swims past Panthers

Chiefs win last home meet of season

January 27, 2006 8 p.m.

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS

UTILITY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT 2006

January 27, 2006 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 February 8, 2006 for the Purchase of 6 Used 4 Wheel Drive Backhoe Loaders as more fully described in Contract Documents 170-2216

Bulldogs bite Jacks
January 27, 2006 8 p.m.

Bulldogs bite Jacks

QUINCY — Cashmere jumped out to a quick lead and never looked back on their way to defeating Quincy 46-29 Thursday.

January 27, 2006 8 p.m.

Town council votes to replace their attorney

Attorney received multiple infractions for violating nuisance ordinance

January 27, 2006 8 p.m.

Trial date set in pot arrest

Othello man released on $500 bail

January 27, 2006 8 p.m.

Lady Jacks storm back for victory over Cashmere

Garfield scores winning hoop with eight seconds remaining

January 27, 2006 8 p.m.

STATE OF WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY

NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO CONSTRUCT AN AIR POLLUTION SOURCE

January 27, 2006 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 February 8, 2006 for the Purchase of 6 Used 20T Flat Bed Ramp Trailers as more fully described in Contract Documents 170-2217

January 27, 2006 8 p.m.

Vigil held at WSU for Ephrata soldier

PULLMAN — Washington State University veterans will hold a candlelight vigil on campus for 1st Lt. Jaime Campbell who died while serving in Iraq Jan. 7.

Thursday, January 26

January 26, 2006 8 p.m.

Deadline looms for area's airline service

Outlook good for month's end, but service must maintain afterwards

January 26, 2006 8 p.m.

Paul E. (Ed) Stevens

Paul E. (Ed) Stevens passed away on Jan. 23 after a brief but grace-filled battle with pancreatic cancer. The Holy Rosary will be recited at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church on Thursday at 6 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be concelebrated by Rev. John Morse, Msgr. Martin Skehan, and Deacon Bob Schrom at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church on Friday at 11:00 a.m. in the morning.

January 26, 2006 8 p.m.

Teen arrested for bomb threats

EPHRATA — Bomb threats emptied Ephrata High School two days in a row and police on Tuesday arrested a 15-year-old male juvenile, anticipating charges of threats to bomb or injure property and two counts of intimidating a witness, police said.

January 26, 2006 8 p.m.

Changes to the alcohol ban at the Moses Lake sand dunes

EPHRATA — The Grant County Commissioners said they plan to meet with members of the Moses Lake Area Chamber of Commerce early next month, following a request by the chamber for changes to the alcohol ban at the Moses Lake sand dunes.

January 26, 2006 8 p.m.

Finding support

MOSES LAKE — When Jodie Sainsbury gave birth to identical twins with Down syndrome five years ago, all she wanted was to find someone who could be of support to her and her family.

January 26, 2006 8 p.m.

Jay Frederick Schwab

On Jan. 21, Jay went to be with Jesus after a wonderful day spent cross-country skiing with his children and granddaughter. Jay was born on Oct. 12, 1949 in Ephrata to Fritz and Carol Schwab. He was raised on the family farm north of Wilson Creek.

January 26, 2006 8 p.m.

Fishing ponds proposed for trail

Conceptual plan receives council endorsement

Wednesday, January 25

January 25, 2006 8 p.m.

PUBLIC NOTICE

A public hearing was held January 23, 2006, by the Noxious Weed Control Board of Grant County, for the purpose of adopting the 2006 county wide noxious weed list. The list has been adopted as follows:

January 25, 2006 8 p.m.

City of Moses Lake

Notice of Application

January 25, 2006 8 p.m.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

Request For Proposals (RFP)130-2227, for Professional Architectural Services, will be received by the Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County at Ephrata, Washington until 5:00 P.M., on Wednesday February 15, 2006 for the Services as more fully described in the RFP Documents.

January 25, 2006 8 p.m.

NOTICE OF STATE'S INTENT TO NEGOTIATE LEASES

Department of Natural Resources will begin negotiation of expiring leases with exisiting lessees on the following parcels. All leases are subject to third party bids by interested parties. Lease terms and bidding information is available by calling the Southeast Region at 1-800-527-3305 or by visiting the Region Office at 713 Bowers Road, Ellensburg, Washington 98926. This lease expires June 30, 2006.

Lady Eagles defeat Lady Lions
January 25, 2006 8 p.m.

Lady Eagles defeat Lady Lions

Last minute shot makes all the difference

January 25, 2006 8 p.m.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

Proposals will be received by the Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County at Ephrata, Washington until 2:30 P.M., on February 17, 2006, for Providing and Installing IBM Server/Tape Library, as more fully described in Request for Proposal Document 430-2206.

Seniors propel Cougars to victory
January 25, 2006 8 p.m.

Seniors propel Cougars to victory

Pin in final match gives Warden 35-32 win

Lions ground Eagles
January 25, 2006 8 p.m.

Lions ground Eagles

Defense rules night for Moses Lake

Tuesday, January 24

January 24, 2006 8 p.m.

PUBLIC NOTICE

A public hearing was held January 23, 2006, at the Bureau of Reclamation Building, Ephrata, Washington, for the purpose of considering applications to determine the nominations for the positions of Director of Section 1 and Director of Section 3 for the Noxious Weed Control Board of Grant County.

January 24, 2006 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 February 7, 2006 for Vacuum Fill and Process Oil for 2nd Hyundai GSU Transformer, Contract 230-2225.

January 24, 2006 8 p.m.

LEGAL NOTICE

PORT OF ROYAL SLOPE

January 24, 2006 8 p.m.

City of Moses Lake

Notice of Application

January 24, 2006 8 p.m.

NOTICE: ANNOUNCEMENT OF AVAILABILITY OF DRAFT PERMIT

PERMIT NO.: ST 8050

Presenting Washington's Junior Miss
January 24, 2006 8 p.m.

Presenting Washington's Junior Miss

Moses Lake's own Tanae Bergeson takes state title

January 24, 2006 8 p.m.

Chamber doles out 2005 awards

Keynote speaker addresses travel safety

January 24, 2006 8 p.m.

Elizabeth Marie Navarro

We were blessed with a Precious Little Angel, Elizabeth Marie Navarro, on Feb. 16, 1995. She was united with our Lord on Jan. 20.

January 24, 2006 8 p.m.

Othello limits street parking

Plans for yard parking to be debated in February

January 24, 2006 8 p.m.

Dean Baughman

Dean M. Baughman, 82, passed away on Jan. 21, 2006, at his home in East Wenatchee, surrounded by his family, after a short illness.

Pot bust yields 30 pounds
January 24, 2006 8 p.m.

Pot bust yields 30 pounds

WSP seizes $66,000 in marijuana

January 24, 2006 8 p.m.

Notice of Trustee's Sale

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

January 24, 2006 8 p.m.

Soap Lake gives $100,000 to lava lamp

SOAP LAKE — In a special noon session Monday, Soap Lake City Council members agreed to allocate $100,000 in tourism funds for construction of the 50-foot-tall motion lamp.

Monday, January 23

Adulthood looming large for this 20-something
January 23, 2006 8 p.m.

Adulthood looming large for this 20-something

On a recent afternoon I could be found enjoying a more adult outing than is usual for a 23-, almost 24-, year-old.

January 23, 2006 8 p.m.

Fire displaces family of seven

MOSES LAKE — A structure fire in the Cascade Valley caused damage to a two-story apartment building and displaced a seven-member family Saturday.

'A Hero's Welcome'
January 23, 2006 8 p.m.

'A Hero's Welcome'

Ten years after the school shooting in Moses Lake, Jon Lane recognized at tribute

'She'd pull at your heartstrings just a little bit harder'
January 23, 2006 8 p.m.

'She'd pull at your heartstrings just a little bit harder'

EPHRATA —Jaime Lynn Krausse Campbell was the apple of everyone's eye. She was a selfless and motivated person who always brought a smile to your face.

January 23, 2006 8 p.m.

Open house

Community invited to see newly remodeled Boys and Girls Club Tuesday

Basin Life
January 23, 2006 8 p.m.

Basin Life

EPHRATA — There has been a Boruff in the Basin since 1905.

January 23, 2006 8 p.m.

C. Gordon Darlington

C. Gordon Darlington, 77, Moses Lake resident, formerly of Fullerton, Calif. passed away Friday from a brief illness at Samaritan Hospital in Moses Lake.

Friday, January 20

January 20, 2006 8 p.m.

SUPERIOR COURT, STATE OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF GRANT

In the Matter of the Estate ) NO. 06-4-00007-6

January 20, 2006 8 p.m.

CITY OF WARDEN, WASHINGTON

SMALL WORKS ROSTER

January 20, 2006 8 p.m.

LOAN NO. 9840086 T.S.

NO. 1078386-06 PARCEL NO. 061523000 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee, Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation of Washington, will on February 03, 2006, 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: The east 24 feet of lot 4 and all of lot 5, block 4, Johanson-Rogers First Addition to Warden, according to the plat thereof of recorded in volume 3 of plats, page 41, records of Grant county, Washington. Commonly known as: 401 S Pine Street Warden WA 98857 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated June 21, 2001, recorded June 28, 2001, under Auditor's File No. 1085279, Book XX, Page XX, records of Grant County, Washington, from Charles Stevenson, A Single Person as Grantor, to Chicago Title Ins Co as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of National City Mortgage Co DBA Accubanc Mortgage 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: $10,488.24 (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 $61,838.21, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument secured from December 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 February 03, 2006. The default(s) referred to in paragraph III, must be cured by January 23, 2006 (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 January 23, 2006 (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 January 23, 2006 (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: Charles Stevenson, 401 S Pine Street, Warden WA 98857; Estate Of Charles Stevenson, 401 S Pine Street, Warden WA 98857; Charles Stevenson, P.O. Box 957, Moses Lake WA 98837; Estate Of Charles Stevenson, P.O. Box 957, Moses Lake WA 98837 by both first class and certified mail on September 22, 2005 proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and on September 26, 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 October 18, 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-123136 12/30/05, 01/20/06

January 20, 2006 8 p.m.

GRANT COUNTY WATER CONSERVANCY BOARD

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CHANGE OF GROUNDWATER

January 20, 2006 8 p.m.

CITY OF WARDEN

Request for Statement of Qualifications (RSQ)

Agriculture industry begins discussions for 2007 Farm Bill
January 20, 2006 8 p.m.

Agriculture industry begins discussions for 2007 Farm Bill

Constituents already giving input to government

Tigers earn win over Omak
January 20, 2006 8 p.m.

Tigers earn win over Omak

Ephrata ekes out 39-30 victory

January 20, 2006 8 p.m.

NOTICE

The Moses Lake Conservation District has an upcoming unexpired appointed supervisor position. A supervisor must be a qualified elector and landowner or operator of a farm within the Moses Lake Conservation District boundary. Supervisor duties include but are not limited to attending monthly board meetings, meeting with local leaders and producers to discuss conservation issues, working with office and Commission staff as well as other agricultural entities to reach conservation goals and managing CD funds. An average time commitment of 3-10 hours per month is expected. A Conservation District supervisor serves without compensation. Any costs incurred while serving as a supervisor will be paid by the Conservation District. Applications are available at the Moses Lake Conservation District, c/o JR Newhouse, 528 W. Broadway, Moses Lake, WA 98837 or the Conservation Commission, P.O. Box 47721, Olympia, WA 98504-7721. For more information, call (509) 488-2802 ext. 100 and ask for Kris.

January 20, 2006 8 p.m.

Jacqueline Parker

Jacqueline Parker went home to be with her Lord on Jan. 18. She was a longtime resident of Moses Lake. The memorial service is Jan. 28 at the First Presbyterian Church. Pastor Eric Frey and Andy Grenier will officiate.

January 20, 2006 8 p.m.

INVITATION TO BID

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE OF

Warden handles Royal challenge
January 20, 2006 8 p.m.

Warden handles Royal challenge

Cougars come back to beat Knights 37-24 in final dual of season

DVD rental store represents south side
January 20, 2006 8 p.m.

DVD rental store represents south side

Video West opens in Broadway complex

Moses Lake to talk shoreline regulations
January 20, 2006 8 p.m.

Moses Lake to talk shoreline regulations

Jan. 31 meeting part of plan update

January 20, 2006 8 p.m.

GRANT COUNTY WATER CONSERVANCY BOARD

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CHANGE OF GROUNDWATER

January 20, 2006 8 p.m.

GRANT COUNTY WATER CONSERVANCY BOARD

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CHANGE OF GROUNDWATER

Thursday, January 19

January 19, 2006 8 p.m.

Footloose in Ephrata

City council repeals impractical 1963 ordinance SplashZone fees increase

January 19, 2006 8 p.m.

Erla Jean Avery

Erla Jeanne Avery (DeHart),58, of Moses Lake passed away Jan. 17, 2006 after a five-year battle with breast cancer. She was born on Dec. 17, 1947 in Anchorage, Alaska to Doris and Earl DeHart.

January 19, 2006 8 p.m.

Katie Stoker

Katie Stoker, 95, Moses Lake, Wa. died Sunday Jan. 15, 2006 at Wenatchee Hospital.

January 19, 2006 8 p.m.

PUBLIC NOTICE

The January meeting of the Noxious Weed Control Board of Grant County will be held Monday, January 23, 2006, at 11:00 a.m., at the Bureau of Reclamation Building, 32 "C" Street N.W., Room 321, Ephrata, Washington.

January 19, 2006 8 p.m.

Campbell services this weekend

Ephrata soldier killed in Iraq helicopter crash

January 19, 2006 8 p.m.

Natural healing

Moses Lake acupuncturist and herbalist treats patients with 2,000-year-old form of Oriental medicine

'We want to be one of the neighbors'
January 19, 2006 8 p.m.

'We want to be one of the neighbors'

Long-standing Cascade Valley grocery store under new ownership

Vandals flood vacant Kmart
January 19, 2006 8 p.m.

Vandals flood vacant Kmart

$50,000 damage reported

January 19, 2006 8 p.m.

Notice of Trustee's Sale

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

Lady Lions battle
January 19, 2006 8 p.m.

Lady Lions battle

MLCA shines in second quarter

January 19, 2006 8 p.m.

Jaime Lynn Campbell

Jaime Lynn Campbell was born June 14, 1980 in Olympia to Jeffrey and Miki Krausse.

January 19, 2006 8 p.m.

Moses Lake drowns competition Tuesday

Swimming

January 19, 2006 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 February 6, 2006 for Supplying Various 230kV Aluminum Support Structures for Wanapum Switchyard as more fully described in Contract Documents 370-2200.

January 19, 2006 8 p.m.

NOTICE

I am not Responsible for any Debt other than my own

January 19, 2006 8 p.m.

Millicent F McCarter

Millicent F McCarter, 97, passed away at McKay Healthcare and Rehab Center in Soap Lake on Jan. 15. Arrangements are in care of Benson Family Funeral Services, Chapel, Cemetery and Crematory.

Moses Lake dominates Kittitas
January 19, 2006 8 p.m.

Moses Lake dominates Kittitas

Lions control game start to finish

January 19, 2006 8 p.m.

Council drops gambling tax in Quincy

Public works director receives funding for equipment, maintenance

Tuesday, January 17

January 17, 2006 8 p.m.

Notice of Trustee's Sale

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

January 17, 2006 8 p.m.

PUD proposes new telecom rate schedule

EPHRATA — The Grant County Public Utility District Board of Commissioners on Thursday unveiled a proposed new telecommunications rate schedule, causing rate increases for area Internet service providers and their retail customers, according to some providers who reviewed the proposal.

Committee making splash for Othello pool
January 17, 2006 8 p.m.

Committee making splash for Othello pool

Replacement bond on February ballot

January 17, 2006 8 p.m.

Notice of Trustee's Sale

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

January 17, 2006 8 p.m.

Mary L. Zarback

Mary L. Zarback, 55, passed away Friday, Jan. 13, 2006 at her home in Moses Lake. Arrangements are in care of Benson Family Funeral Services, Chapel, Cemetery and Crematory.

Johnnie Lee McKee
January 17, 2006 8 p.m.

Johnnie Lee McKee

Johnnie Lee McKee, 99, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Saturday, Jan. 14, 2006 at her home. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 21, 2006 at Kayser's Chapel of Memories with Pastor Fred Scudder and Pastor Gene White officiating. Interment will follow at Pioneer Memorial Gardens. Friends may call at the funeral home on Thursday from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. and on Friday from 8 a.m. until 7 p.m. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel and Crematory, Moses Lake.

Remembering King
January 17, 2006 8 p.m.

Remembering King

MOSES LAKE — Hands were clapping and feet were stomping Monday night as members of the community joined together at New Bride Missionary Baptist Church to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

January 17, 2006 8 p.m.

Hair to stay

Othello salon under new management

Monday, January 16

January 16, 2006 8 p.m.

Winter Serenade set for Jan. 28

MOSES LAKE — One year after the opening of the Advanced Technologies and Education Center at Big Bend Community College, the second annual Winter Serenade commemorating the opening of the building is being held.

Fusing the future
January 16, 2006 8 p.m.

Fusing the future

MOSES LAKE — As class begins in the welding shop, instructor Shawn McDaniel doesn't hardly take a breath as he inspects student projects from workstation to workstation.

January 16, 2006 8 p.m.

SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 644

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

Moses Lake wows Wenatchee, crowd
January 16, 2006 8 p.m.

Moses Lake wows Wenatchee, crowd

Chiefs put on show for Hall of Fame inductees

January 16, 2006 8 p.m.

PUBLIC NOTICE

Columbia Basin Ground Water Management Area (GWMA)

January 16, 2006 8 p.m.

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE

Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington,

January 16, 2006 8 p.m.

STATE OF WASHINGTON

DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY

January 16, 2006 8 p.m.

Time for the Big Event

Fifth annual program Jan. 28

Royal defeats all challengers
January 16, 2006 8 p.m.

Royal defeats all challengers

ROYAL CITY — The Knights recorded a total of 14 pins on the evening as they won all four of their matches on the eve of their annual Royal Rumble tournament.

January 16, 2006 8 p.m.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON

Intelligent design has a place in the intelligent classroom
January 16, 2006 8 p.m.

Intelligent design has a place in the intelligent classroom

After reading recent articles about the debate over intelligent design (ID) versus evolution, I am convinced that people have a phobia of anything that hints at religion and God.

January 16, 2006 8 p.m.

PUBLIC NOTICE

The Noxious Weed Control Board of Grant County, in accordance with RCW 17.10.090 shall hold a public hearing on Monday, January 23, 2006, at 10:30 a.m., at 32 "C" Street N.W., Room 321, Ephrata, Washington, for the purpose of adopting the 2006 county wide noxious weed list from the state noxious weed list.

January 16, 2006 8 p.m.

Kenneth Lloyd Gabrio

Kenneth Lloyd Gabrio, 75, passed away Jan. 12, 2006, after a 14-year battle with cancer. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory, Moses Lake.

January 16, 2006 8 p.m.

Default Description of Action

Required to Cure and

Soap Lake names site for lava lamp sign
January 16, 2006 8 p.m.

Soap Lake names site for lava lamp sign

SOAP LAKE — Lava lamp engineer Dennis Parr stood in the doorway of the Port of Ephrata warehouse and eyed the city of Soap Lake off in the horizon.

Chiefs win defensive battle
January 16, 2006 8 p.m.

Chiefs win defensive battle

Noyes leads team down low

January 16, 2006 8 p.m.

STATE OF WASHINGTON

DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY

January 16, 2006 8 p.m.

PUBLIC NOTICE

The January meeting of the Noxious Weed Control Board of Grant County will be held Monday, January 23, 2006, at 11:00 a.m., at the Bureau of Reclamation Building, 32 "C" Street N.W., Room 321, Ephrata, Washington.

Friday, January 13

Regulation changes make 'double whammy' for debtors
January 13, 2006 8 p.m.

Regulation changes make 'double whammy' for debtors

Counselor, bankruptcy attorney advise budget management

January 13, 2006 8 p.m.

Groups gather for economic conference

'Movers and shakers' approve vision

January 13, 2006 8 p.m.

Patricia A. Larsen

Patricia A. Larsen, 79, of Brush Prairie passed away Jan. 11 in her home. Larsen was retired and formerly of Moses Lake. She was preceded in death by her husband Glen E. Larsen and son, Donald G. Larsen.

January 13, 2006 8 p.m.

Woman's Clubmember reflects on 25 years of volunteer service

Club celebrates 92nd anniversary in Moses Lake

Tailor find perfect fit with new business
January 13, 2006 8 p.m.

Tailor find perfect fit with new business

Friends encouraged Bunakova to open her own shop

Santiago Escamilla
January 13, 2006 8 p.m.

Santiago Escamilla

Santiago Escamilla, 75, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2006 at Samaritan Hospital in Moses Lake.

January 13, 2006 8 p.m.

Quincy port enters land agreement with Microsoft

Commissioner says purchase provides 'more diversity'

Thursday, January 12

January 12, 2006 8 p.m.

Hartline school vandals caught

Pair arrested on suspicion of causing $300,000 in damage

January 12, 2006 8 p.m.

Auditor finds county lacks in monitoring contract payments

Commissioners blame typographical error

Daniel John Delgado
January 12, 2006 8 p.m.

Daniel John Delgado

Daniel John Delgado, 40, lifelong Royal City resident, passed away Monday, Jan. 9, 2006 at Central Washington Hospital in Wenatchee. Holy Rosary will be prayed at 5 p.m. Friday, Jan. 13, 2006 at Kayser's Chapel of Memories. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 14, 2006 at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Royal City with Father Jesus Rameriz and Father Solomon Covarubas as celebrants. Interment will follow in Royal Memorial Gardens with Bishop David Gilbert officiating and Bishop Ardean Anderson dedicating the grave. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel of Memories, Moses Lake. Viewing will take place at the church on Saturday from noon until service time.

January 12, 2006 8 p.m.

Ephrata man died of cold in November

State returns lab results Tuesday

January 12, 2006 8 p.m.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

Pursuant to R.C.W. Chapter 61.24, et seq. and 62A.9A-604(a)(2) et seq. Trustee's Sale No: 01-MS-40600 Loan No. 0072991979 I NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee, Regional Trustee Services Corporation, will on February 17, 2006, at the hour of 10:00am, at THE POLICE JUSTICE COURT BUILDING, 401 BALSAM STREET, MOSES LAKE, WA, 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 of Grant, State of Washington: THE NORTH 75 FREET OF LOT 8, BLOCK 45, SALOME, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 1 OF PLATS, PAGE 28, RECORDS OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON. Tax Parcel No: 08-1587, commonly known as 311 SE 2nd Ave, Soap Lake, WA. The Property is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 4/2/1996 recorded 4/8/1996 in Volume 076, page 0440, of Deeds of Trust, under Auditor's/Recorder's No. 960409010 records of Grant County, Washington, from NOEL L COLLINS AND CATHLEEN M COLLINS, HUSBAND AND WIFE as Grantor, to WASHINGTON ADMINISTRATIVE SVCES, as Trustee, in favor of TMS MORTGAGE INC., DBA THE MONEY STORE, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which is presently held by HomEq Servicing Corporation formerly known as TMS Mortgage, Inc. dba The Money Store. ( . 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 are as follows: FAILURE TO PAY THE MONTHLY PAYMENT WHICH BECAME DUE ON 7/15/2005, AND ALL SUBSEQUENT MONTHLY PAYMENTS, PLUS LATE CHARGES AND OTHER COSTS AND FEES AS SET FORTH. IN ADDITION, THE BENEFICIARY WILL REQUIRE AS A CONDITION TO REINSTATEMENT THAT YOU PROVIDE RELIABLE WRITTEN EVIDENCE THAT ALL PROPERTY TAXES AND HAZARD INSURANCE PREMIUMS ARE PAID CURRENT AS PROVIDED IN THE DEED OF TRUST..Failure to pay when due the following amounts, which are now in arrears: Amount due as of November 18, 2005, Delinquent Payments from July 15, 2005 5 payments at $274.93 each $1,374.65 Late Charges: $13.75 Beneficiary Advances: $134.56 Suspense Credit: $0.00 TOTAL: $1,522.96. IV The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: Principal $29,354.57, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument secured , 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 expenses 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 February 17, 2006. The default(s) referred to in paragraph III must be cured by February 6, 2006 (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 February 6, 2006, (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 at any time after February 6, 2006, (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: CATHLEEN M COLLINS, 311 SE 2ND AVE, SOAP LAKE, WA, 98851 CATHLEEN M COLLINS, PO BOX 605, SOAP LAKE, WA, 98851 CATHLEEN MARIE NEWMAN, 311 SE 2ND AVE, SOAP LAKE, WA, 98851 CATHLEEN MARIE NEWMAN, PO BOX 605, SOAP LAKE, WA, 98851 NOEL L COLINS, 311 SE 2ND AVE, SOAP LAKE, WA, 98851 NOEL L COLLINS, PO BOX 605, SOAP LAKE, WA, 98851 by both first class and certified mail on 10/19/2005, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and on 10/19/2005, the Borrower and Grantor were personally served with said written notice of default or the written Notice of Default was posted in a conspicious place on the real property described in paragraph I above, and the Trustee has possession of proof of such service or posting. VII The Trustee's Sale will be held in accordance with Ch. 61.24 RCW and anyone wishing to bid at the sale will be required to have in his/her possession at the time the bidding commences, cash, cashier's check, or certified check in the amount of at least one dollar over the Beneficiary's opening bid. In addition, the successful bidder will be required to pay the full amount of his/her bid in cash, cashier's check, or certified check within one hour of the making of the bid. 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 objection 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 same 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. Regional Trustee Services Corporation, Trustee By Nanci Lambert, Authorized Agent Address: 616 1st Avenue, Suite 500, Seattle, WA 98104 Phone: (206) 340-2550 Sale Information: www.rtrustee.com Dated: November 18, 2005 ASAP735168 01/12/2006 02/03/2006

January 12, 2006 8 p.m.

SUPERIOR COURT, STATE OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF GRANT

In the Matter of the Estate of: )

Moses Lake sees building boom
January 12, 2006 8 p.m.

Moses Lake sees building boom

Building permits up 16 percent, residential permits 47 percent

January 12, 2006 8 p.m.

Business incubator proposed in Wilson Creek

Riley: 'Perfect match' for rural communities

January 12, 2006 8 p.m.

Arline B. Dietrich

Arline Dietrich aged 75, died peacefully at Dominican Hospital on Jan. 10, in Santa Cruz, Calif. with her family at her side.

Wednesday, January 11

January 11, 2006 8 p.m.

Ephrata soldier killed in Iraq

Campbell one of 12 soldiers killed in helicopter crash

January 11, 2006 8 p.m.

FEMA FUNDING and MEETING NOTICE

Grant County has received a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) grant in the amount of $58,475 to supplement local emergency food and shelter programs.

January 11, 2006 8 p.m.

Notice of Application, Public Hearing

and Adoption of Existing Environmental Document

Warden wrestlers win two
January 11, 2006 8 p.m.

Warden wrestlers win two

WARDEN — The Cougars won five matches by pin and picked up five more victories by forfeit as they defeated Wahluke 58-18 in a SCAC league competition Tuesday.

Royal Knights pull away from Othello
January 11, 2006 8 p.m.

Royal Knights pull away from Othello

ROYAL CITY — The Knights kept the game close early, and Ray Valle's second-half shooting spree lifted Royal City to a 65-57 victory over the Othello Huskies Tuesday. After making only one field goal in the first half, Valle scored 20 points in the final 16 minutes of the game.

January 11, 2006 8 p.m.

Covey re-elected Moses Lake mayor

Council finalizes meeting payments

Big Bend College celebrates new nursing center
January 11, 2006 8 p.m.

Big Bend College celebrates new nursing center

$130,000 project to provide more space, improved facilities for program

January 11, 2006 8 p.m.

Capacity charge for irrigators goes down

PUD drops rate 10 percent Jan. 3

January 11, 2006 8 p.m.

NOTICE OF MITIGATED

DETERMINATION OF

January 11, 2006 8 p.m.

NOTICE OF MEETING

Notice is hereby given that the Governing Board of the North Central Washington Regional Support Network will meet on Friday, January 27, 2006 at 10 am at the Grant County Commissioner's Meeting Room, in the Grant County Courthouse, C Street NW, Ephrata, Washington. The meeting is open to the public.

January 11, 2006 8 p.m.

Coulee Corridor group continues tourism efforts

National designation is "big step forward"

January 11, 2006 8 p.m.

REVISED

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

January 11, 2006 8 p.m.

LEGAL

Grant County will be accepting proposal request for the Installation of 2'X4' suspended ceiling grid and tile for 1,706 sq. ft. in the District Courts clerks' office and 2nd floor foyer.

January 11, 2006 8 p.m.

Robert "Bob" L. Nolan

Robert "Bob" L. Nolan, 59, Wilson Creek resident and Superintendent of Wilson Creek School District, passed away Thursday, Jan. 5, 2006 at his home in Wilson Creek. Cremation arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory, Moses Lake. Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 28, 2006 at the Wilson Creek School Gymnasium with Gene Sharratt officiating. A private inurnment for the family will take place at a later date at Spring Canyon Cemetery, Grand Coulee.

January 11, 2006 8 p.m.

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON

COUNTY OF GRANT

January 11, 2006 8 p.m.

NOTICE

I Theresa K Beggs Plaisted am serving public notice that I am not responsible for any debt owed by Jeffrey C. Plaisted prior to and or during my marriage to him.

January 11, 2006 8 p.m.

Lady Huskies too much for Royal

ROYAL CITY — Othello jumped out to a 21-6 lead in the first quarter and went on to defeat Royal City 72-18 in non-league basketball action Tuesday. After taking a 34-15 lead into the locker room at half time, Othello outscored the Lady Knights 25-0 in the third quarter.

Luella Kathleen Foster Lyons
January 11, 2006 8 p.m.

Luella Kathleen Foster Lyons

Luella Kathleen Foster Lyons, 84, made her journey home Saturday, Jan. 7. She passed away from natural causes at the Highland Manor Nursing Home in Mesquite, Nev.

Tuesday, January 10

January 10, 2006 8 p.m.

Notice of Trustee's Sale

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

Eagles shot down by Shockers Monday
January 10, 2006 8 p.m.

Eagles shot down by Shockers Monday

Soap Lake's late rally was not enough

At home at ATEC
January 10, 2006 8 p.m.

At home at ATEC

Royal City resident grows up into event, conference representative

January 10, 2006 8 p.m.

County hit by first potential setback of audit woes

U.S. Bank questions service agreement with Grant County after failing to receive financial statements

Parents come for Gang Awareness Night
January 10, 2006 8 p.m.

Parents come for Gang Awareness Night

Presentation informs parents on gang issues in community

January 10, 2006 8 p.m.

Multi-Grafix owner works to earn place in Othello

Wells finds satisfaction in graphic communication

January 10, 2006 8 p.m.

Othello council hires Dunnagan as new police chief

Kittitas officer to start next week

January 10, 2006 8 p.m.

PORT OF MATTAWA

Mattawa, WA

Monday, January 9

January 9, 2006 8 p.m.

Chiefs take third in weekend Classic

SPOKANE VALLEY — Moses Lake High School wrestled at University High School Friday and Saturday in the Pacific Northwest Classic, taking third out of 16 participating teams with a score of 154.5.

January 9, 2006 8 p.m.

PORT OF WARDEN

SMALL WORKS ROSTER FOR 2006

Chiefs challenge Richland, can't get win
January 9, 2006 8 p.m.

Chiefs challenge Richland, can't get win

Moses Lake kept it tight but could not get ahead

January 9, 2006 8 p.m.

Lady Vikes struggle

Big Bend makes a push, could not get over the hurdle

Church group aids disaster victims
January 9, 2006 8 p.m.

Church group aids disaster victims

84-year-old grandmother amongst group of 18 Mennonite volunteers

January 9, 2006 8 p.m.

Royal City man dies in accident

ROYAL CITY — A two-vehicle accident left a Royal City man dead Saturday morning about three miles east of town, according to the Grant County Sheriff's Office.

January 9, 2006 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 February 1, 2006, for Supplying Western Red Cedar Poles as more fully described in Contract Documents 170-2193.

January 9, 2006 8 p.m.

Vikings defeat Wenatchee Valley in opener

MOSES LAKE — Big Bend built an early lead, and held off a second half rally to win their NWAACC home opener 89-75 over Wenatchee Valley. The Vikings never trailed in the game, and led by double digits for much of the second half.

January 9, 2006 8 p.m.

Notice

Small Works Roster

Transitional housing replacing shelters
January 9, 2006 8 p.m.

Transitional housing replacing shelters

Task force created to implement plan for ending homelessness

January 9, 2006 8 p.m.

Pedestrian crossing coming to Broadway

Crosswalk scheduled for full operation within month

January 9, 2006 8 p.m.

Pilot uninjured in plane crash near Othello

OTHELLO — The pilot of a Cessna airplane, which crashed before taking off Sunday afternoon, was uninjured in the accident.

Obnoxious yellow cap a symbol of mom's love
January 9, 2006 8 p.m.

Obnoxious yellow cap a symbol of mom's love

I don't normally pay attention to fashion trends, but I believe bright, neon yellow should be the new denim.

Chiefs fall short in late rally against Ike
January 9, 2006 8 p.m.

Chiefs fall short in late rally against Ike

MOSES LAKE — The Chiefs rallied from a 26 point third quarter deficit to close within three points, but couldn't finish the comeback as they fell to Eisenhower 69-65 Friday night.

Head of the choir
January 9, 2006 8 p.m.

Head of the choir

Marva M. Brown directs the voices of the Moses Lake Gospel Community Choir

Friday, January 6

January 6, 2006 8 p.m.

FEMA grant buys Quincy firefighting equipment

Pull tab tax may be rescinded

January 6, 2006 8 p.m.

Big trucks banned on Quincy residential streets

QUINCY — The Quincy City Council on Tuesday deleted a section of municipal code, allowing parking exceptions for large trucks in residential areas, as an effort to stem damage to streets.

Shirley A. Wilson 1974-2006
January 6, 2006 8 p.m.

Shirley A. Wilson 1974-2006

On January 4, the Lord God took one of his special angels to be with him forever. He graciously took Shirley Anne Wilson, the special needs child of John and Lynda Wilson of Moses Lake, to heaven to be with him so that she might touch others like those here on earth that she touched during her life here on earth.

Small jobs are big work for Moses Lake handyman
January 6, 2006 8 p.m.

Small jobs are big work for Moses Lake handyman

Strnad finds accomplishment in fixing for people

Sheriff's deputies are promoted, touted
January 6, 2006 8 p.m.

Sheriff's deputies are promoted, touted

EPHRATA — The Grant County Sheriff's Office is starting off 2006 with a new detective and accolades.

January 6, 2006 8 p.m.

Wilson Creek school seek new superintendent

Nolan died Thursday, resigned in December

January 6, 2006 8 p.m.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON COUNTY OF GRANT

In re the Marriage of: )

Othello wins Spud Classic
January 6, 2006 8 p.m.

Othello wins Spud Classic

Huskies take back trophy after third win in four years

January 6, 2006 8 p.m.

Moses Lake wrestlers handle Davis

YAKIMA — The Chiefs racked up seven pins on their way to an easy 60-14 victory over the Davis Pirates. Roberto Cruz (112 lbs.), Matt Palmer (119 lbs.), Sean Hoiness (135 lbs.), Trevor Cole (145 lbs.), Thomas Courtright (152 lbs.), John Fackrell (189 lbs.) and Brett Fredrickson (215 lbs.) all won by fall.

Ephrata overpowered by Cashmere
January 6, 2006 8 p.m.

Ephrata overpowered by Cashmere

EPHRATA — Cashmere won five of the first six matches on the night and defeated Ephrata 43-19 in CWAC league action.

January 6, 2006 8 p.m.

Questions about Othello pool to be answered Jan. 16

$2.6-million bond on February ballot

Thursday, January 5

A much anticipated arrival
January 5, 2006 8 p.m.

A much anticipated arrival

Donations successfully bring refrigerated truck to Moses Lake Food Bank

January 5, 2006 8 p.m.

"SMALL WORKS ROSTER 2006

PORT OF MOSES LAKE

January 5, 2006 8 p.m.

King celebration focuses on cultural insights

Moses Lake Gospel Community Choir hosts event, guest speaker Jan. 16

January 5, 2006 8 p.m.

PUBLIC AUCTION

Water Certificate Sale

January 5, 2006 8 p.m.

STATE OF WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY

NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO CONSTRUCT AN AIR POLLUTION SOURCE

January 5, 2006 8 p.m.

Holmquist pushing biofuels in 2006 legislative session

Republican bill aimed at expanding their use, production

Project to examine state ed system finds mixed reactions
January 5, 2006 8 p.m.

Project to examine state ed system finds mixed reactions

Mulliken does not support project likely for mention in 2006 session

Adelita (Lela) Lira-Harris
January 5, 2006 8 p.m.

Adelita (Lela) Lira-Harris

Adelita (Lela) Lira-Harris passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, Jan. 1, 2006 in Kennewick. Lela was born on December 19, 1951 in the small town of Edcouch, Texas to Reynaldo and Alvesa Lira.

January 5, 2006 8 p.m.

Outlook good for aquifer supporters

Next meeting may take place Jan. 12

January 5, 2006 8 p.m.

Josephine Ann Bifano-Stultz

Josephine Ann Bifano-Stultz, 94, went to soar with the eagles on Jan. 1, 2006.

Wednesday, January 4

Lady Tigers battle back for win
January 4, 2006 8 p.m.

Lady Tigers battle back for win

Odessa girls win first appearance in Floch Memorial game

January 4, 2006 8 p.m.

PUD names new officers for 2006

EPHRATA — At the first regular meeting of 2006, the Grant County Public Utility District's board of commissioners named a new slate of officers.

Final delivery
January 4, 2006 8 p.m.

Final delivery

Holman's postal service spans generations

January 4, 2006 8 p.m.

Dorothy Phillips

Dorothy Phillips, age 73, passed away at her home Dec. 23.

Maria Dolores "Lola" Martinez
January 4, 2006 8 p.m.

Maria Dolores "Lola" Martinez

Maria Dolores "Lola" Martinez, 70, Moses Lake resident, and former longtime Othello resident, passed away Monday, Jan. 2, 2006 at Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane.

January 4, 2006 8 p.m.

Second Buckin' Blowout a success

MOSES LAKE — The second annual New Years Eve Buckin' Blowout sponsored by the Moses Lake Jr. Rodeo Club was standing room only as the cowboys did their best to help spur in the New Year.

January 4, 2006 8 p.m.

A RESOLUTION GOVERNING EMERGENCY

LOAD LIMITATIONS ON COUNTY ROADS,

Royal falls to Medical Lake
January 4, 2006 8 p.m.

Royal falls to Medical Lake

ROYAL CITY — Despite winning five straight matches, Royal was unable to hold on to the lead as Medical Lake defeated the Knights 35-34 in non-league action Tuesday.

January 4, 2006 8 p.m.

Odessa grabs lead, hold on for win

Tigers defeat Lind-Ritzville in memorial game

January 4, 2006 8 p.m.

NOTICE OF BOARD MEETING CHANGE

Notice is hereby given that the regularly scheduled meeting for the Board of Commissioners of Grant County Public Hospital District No. 1, Samaritan Healthcare, for Monday, January 16, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. has been rescheduled to Tuesday, January 24, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. at Samaritan Healthcare, 801 East Wheeler Road, Moses Lake, Washington 98837.

January 4, 2006 8 p.m.

Runnin' Vikes run away from alumni for win

Big Bend wins amidst crashes, collisions

January 4, 2006 8 p.m.

Hinkle to focus on health care in 2006 legislative session

Legislator plans to bring competition, choices to state

January 4, 2006 8 p.m.

State legislators look toward energizing session

Energy, education, meth among issues discussed during Tuesday forum

January 4, 2006 8 p.m.

Notice to Deep Well Irrigators

In the Odessa Ground Water Management Subarea

January 4, 2006 8 p.m.

NOTICE

I Theresa K Beggs Plaisted am serving public notice that I am not responsible for any debt owed by Jeffrey C. Plaisted prior to and or during my marriage to him.

January 4, 2006 8 p.m.

Quincy port uneils plans for wine warehousing facility

Project provides storage capacity for growers

Tuesday, January 3

January 3, 2006 8 p.m.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER 61.24 ET SEQ. TS #: WA-05-51406-NF Loan No.: 20-0051-0239997 APN: 061401000 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee, will on 1/13/2006, at 10:00 AM at The Police Justice Court Building, 401 Balsam Street in the City of Moses Lake, WA, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable in the form of cash, or cashier's check or certified checks from federally or State chartered banks, at the time of sale the following described real property, situated in the County of Grant, State of Washington, to-wit: Lot 9, block 2, Jeske addition to Warden, as per plat recorded in Volume 3 of plats, Page 37, records of Grant County, Washington. Commonly known as: 906 S Washington, Warden, Wa 98857 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 12/12/2003, recorded 12/15/2003, under Auditor's File No. 1140026, in Book —, Page —, records of Grant County, Washington, from Patrick T Williams and Margaret A Williams, husband and wife, as Grantor(s), to Security Title Guaranty, as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of Citifinancial, Inc, as Beneficiary. ( only if current beneficiary different from original beneficiary) the beneficial interest in which was assigned by Citifinancial, Inc to Citifinancial,Inc. by Citifinancial Mortgage Company, Inc. II. No action is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Grantor's default on the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust/Mortgage. III. The default(s) for which this foreclosure is made is/are as follows: Failure to pay when due the following amounts which are now in arrears: $6,007.53 IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $63,841.69, together with interest as provided in the Note from the 5/17/2005, and such other costs and fees 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 said Deed of Trust as provided by statute. Said sale will be made without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, encumbrances on 1/13/2006. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by 1/2/2006, (11 days before the sale date) to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time before 1/2/2006 (11 days before the sale) the default as set forth in Paragraph III is cured and the Trustee's fees and costs are paid. The sale may be terminated by the Grantor any time after the 1/2/2006 (11 days before the sale date) and before the sale, by the Grantor or his successor-in-interest by paying the principal and interest, plus costs, fees, and advances, if any, made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust. VI. A written Notice of Default was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Grantor or the Grantor's successor-in-interest at the following address(es): Patrick T Williams and Margaret A Williams, husband and wife, 906 S. Washington, Warden, WA 98857, 301 S. Elm St, Warden, WA 98857 by both first class and certified mail on —, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and the Borrower and Grantor were personal served, if applicable , with said written Notice of Default or the written notice of Default was post in a conspicuous place on the real property described in Paragraph I above, and the Trustee has possession of proof of such service or 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 of their interest in the above described property. IX. Anyone having any objections to this 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. 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. This is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Dated: October 11, 2005 Quality Loan Service Corporation of Washington as Trustee By: Kathy Rush Assistant Trustee Sale Officer for Non-Sale, Payoff & amp; Reinstatement info Quality Loan Service Corp., 319 Elm Street, 2nd Floor, San Diego, CA 92101-3006 (619) 645-7711 State of California, County of San Diego, On 10/11/2005, before me N. Fuentes, a Notary public in and for said County and State, personally appeared Kathy Rush, personally known to me (or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence) to be the person(s) whose name(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/their authorized capacity(ies), and that by his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s)acted, executed the instrument. WITNESS my hand and official seal. N. Fuentes, My Comm Expires June 1, 2008. ASAP# 726003 12/14/2005, 01/04/2006

First for the new year
January 3, 2006 8 p.m.

First for the new year

Samaritan Hospital welcomes first baby born in 2006

January 3, 2006 8 p.m.

Royalty contest needs more seekers of throne

Adams County drumming up support for own hay royalty

January 3, 2006 8 p.m.

Harvey Bischoff

Harvey Bischoff, 79, lifelong Ruff resident, passed away Friday, Dec. 30 at Samaritan Hospital. Memorial services will be held at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 7 at the Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 104 W. 5th, Moses Lake. Burial preceded the memorial service. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel and Crematory, Moses Lake.

January 3, 2006 8 p.m.

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE OF VACANCY - BOARD OF DIRECTORS

January 3, 2006 8 p.m.

PUBLIC NOTICE

The Noxious Weed Control Board of Grant County, in accordance with RCW 17.10.050, shall hold a Public Hearing on Monday, January 23, 2006, at 10:00 a.m., at the Bureau of Reclamation Building, 32 "C" Street N.W., Room 321, Ephrata, Washington, 98823. This hearing shall be held for the purpose of considering applications to determine the nominations for positions of Director for Section 1 and Director for Section 3 of the Noxious Weed Control Board of Grant County.

January 3, 2006 8 p.m.

Foul play not suspected in driver's death

Driver died in truck at rest stop

January 3, 2006 8 p.m.

PUD examines fiber rates

Workshop on Zipp set for Jan. 12

January 3, 2006 8 p.m.

Icy roads lead to fatal crash near George

GEORGE — A 54-year-old man died Saturday evening in a one-vehicle accident when his pickup truck slid off an icy stretch of roadway and struck a power pole, authorities said Tuesday.

Robert Lee Burton
January 3, 2006 8 p.m.

Robert Lee Burton

In loving memory

Monday, January 2

Circulated letter causes confusion over smoking ban
January 2, 2006 8 p.m.

Circulated letter causes confusion over smoking ban

American Legion told to stop allowing smoking or face penalties

January 2, 2006 8 p.m.

Sudoku rocks the Columbia Basin Herald

COLUMBIA BASIN — Sudoku, a number game, is a logic-based placement puzzle starts in the Columbia Basin Herald today on page eight.

January 2, 2006 8 p.m.

New year brings more DUI arrests than last

Sheriff's office pursues suspect, Moses Lake Police car struck

Chiefs crowned Oregon tournament champions
January 2, 2006 8 p.m.

Chiefs crowned Oregon tournament champions

BEAVERTON, Ore. — Moses Lake won six duals in total to become champions of the Northwest Duals Tournament this weekend.

January 2, 2006 8 p.m.

REQUEST FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES

THE GRAND COULEE PROJECT HYDROELECTRIC AUTHORITY (GCPHA) IS SEEKING FERC APPROVED FACILITATOR FOR THE PFMA EXERCISE TO BE CONDUCTED PRIOR TO THE 2006 PART 12 D INSPECTION FOR THE MAIN CANAL HEADWORKS PROJECT IN ACCORDANCE WITH CHAPTER 14 OF THE FERC'S "ENGINEERING GUIDELINES FOR THE EVALUATION OF HYDROPOWER PROJECTS".

Tigers get tails tugged in loss to Deer Park
January 2, 2006 8 p.m.

Tigers get tails tugged in loss to Deer Park

Ephrata loses 37-30 Friday

New tricks: More difficult, but not impossible, as we get older
January 2, 2006 8 p.m.

New tricks: More difficult, but not impossible, as we get older

I've spent the past week on vacation in Kellogg, ID, where I used to work as the editor of the Shoshone News-Press before moving back home to Moses Lake and the Columbia Basin Herald. The pace of life here lends itself to relaxation, and makes Moses Lake seem like a big city compared to this quiet mountain village.

Crazy for critters and cold water
January 2, 2006 8 p.m.

Crazy for critters and cold water

Humane society offers family fun fund-raiser, warmer water than expected

For the love of pets
January 2, 2006 8 p.m.

For the love of pets

Humane Society manager shares how she began working with pets

January 2, 2006 8 p.m.

Cantwell tours McKay Seed Co. in Moses Lake

Senator reviews production of seed oil for biodiesel fuel