Monday, December 31
Weaver has 'middlin” plans to ring in 2008
Fair to middlin'.
Animal shelter addresses concerns
MOSES LAKE - Public concerns were raised after a resident expressed fear that Grant County Animal Outreach sends animals to Washington State University for research and testing.
Lawsuit against Grant PUD dismissed
PUD accused of driving down Internet prices
Chiefs' losing streak reaches three games at Auburn-Riverside tournament
Prep basketball recaps
Bridgeport Fillies frustrate Moses Lake Christian girls
Pressure defense ignites Fillies to tournament championship
New Year's Resolution: No more gossip in 2008
Most of us are guilty of starting or contributing to the spread of highly infectious, juicy rumors.
Mark J. Kessler
A master in the art of "trompe L'oeil"
Ephrata fire damages stove
EPHRATA - A fire damaging a wood burning stove Thursday was the second of two similar blazes in Ephrata within a week.
Charles M. Kataoka
Charles M. Kataoka, 84, of Eagle, Idaho, died Wednesday, Dec. 26, 2007, at home.
Hydrogen explosion damages Eka plant
No injuries from blast
Third-quarter outburst sends Lions to tournament title
MOSES LAKE - Lonny Brown knew Friday night's third quarter was good, but he didn't know how good.
Richard 'Dick' Cobia
On Christmas day 2007, Richard Cobia left behind his old, well-used, well-traveled body. He came here 98 years ago, two days before Thanksgiving, Nov. 23, 1909, on a farm in South Carolina. His mother, Mary Florence (Shorter) Cobia died five days later. A year and two months later his father, Benjamin Cobia died. They left their eleven children one lasting legacy, that of faith and membership in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Richard's older brothers and sisters kept a promise made to their dying mother when she pleaded, "Keep the family together." No matter where they went or the circumstances in their lives they were always close and helped each other through out their lives.
Three meth addicts hope to help others
Turning bad experiences to good
'Guardian angels' aid Columbia Basin families
Council still seeking quilts, hygiene kits
Friday, December 28
Chiefs sustain first loss of year
AUBURN - The Moses Lake Chiefs girls basketball team lost its first game of the season on Thursday, falling to Oregon powerhouse Sheldon 50-47 in the Auburn-Riverside High School holiday tournament.
Lady Lions overcome Cougars in sloppy, defensive game
MOSES LAKE - It was far from a work of art, but for Moses Lake Christian girls coach Emerson Ferguson, Thursday's win over Warden was a beautiful thing.
Global freezing
It's going to be a chilly weekend.
Moses Lake rider chosen for national rodeo team
DENVER - The National High School Rodeo Association appointed Moses Lake resident Matea Frensdorf to the Wrangler High School All Star Rodeo Team, the first-ever corporate-sponsored rodeo team.
Smaller septic systems planned at fairgrounds
Grant County changes design due to city pressure
Battle of the Cats goes to Moses Lake Christian
Lions' boys outrun, outgun Warden Cougars
Stabbing suspect jailed
Man stabs wife on Christmas Eve
Moses Lake house fire started intentionally
Fire department waiting on lab
Chemi-Con investigates own fire
Electrical coil burned
Gladys 'Marie' Holmes
Gladys "Marie" Holmes, 83, of Moses Lake, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 26, 2007, at Sunbridge Care Center in Moses Lake. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel in Moses Lake. There will be a viewing for family and friends at Kayser's Chapel on Saturday, Dec. 29, 2007, at 8 a.m. until noon. Following will be a memorial service at the Emannuel Baptist Church at 1 p.m. with Pastor Gene White officiating. There will be a fellowship afterward. Graveside services will be at the Terrace Heights Cemetery in Yakima, Wash., on Monday, Dec. 31, 2007, at 3 p.m. with Pastor Gene White officiating. Marie is survived by a sister, Anna Assink of Yakima, a son, Doyle Holmes of Moses Lake, a stepdaughter, Margie Holmes of Pompano Beach, Fla., and one step-granddaughter, Michelle. Preceding her in death were her parents Jess and Daisy Pratt, and Marie's husband of 57 years Alfred Holmes. Marie was active in her church serving as a Sunday School teacher for many years and also coordinating the church's bus ministry for several years. Also served with the V.F.W of Moses Lake helping to hand out cookies and coffee at local interstate rest areas.
Moses Lake Boys & Girls Club receives $10,000
Two organizations each give $5,000
NOTICE
1-3-07
Wheatland Bank expands in Washington
Branches in Moses Lake, Quincy are 'success stories'
Thursday, December 27
Adams County economic council meets
Cities support new group's efforts
Othello brothers jailed for burglaries
Pleaded innocent
Ephrata police probe taggings
14 cases investigated
Moses Lake port changes officers
Commissioners, staff send Jones off with well wishes
Ordinance No. 2364-A
An ordinance approving a pre-annexation development agreement between the City of Moses Lake and Hayden Homes, LLC, Inc.
Gladys Marie Holmes
Gladys Marie Holmes, 83, longtime Moses Lake resident and former Yakima resident, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 26, 2007, at SunBridge Care & Rehabilitation Center in Moses Lake. Graveside funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Monday, Dec. 31, at Terrace Heights Memorial Park in Yakima with Pastor Gene White officiating.
Food bank distributes record amount of toys
Children receive two Christmas gifts each
Katherine A. Kell
Katherine A. Kell, 61, Moses Lake resident, passed away Monday, Dec. 24, 2007, at SunBridge Care & Rehabilitation Center in Moses Lake. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory, Moses Lake.
Wednesday, December 26
Wages, benefits survey released
Levels of competition in hiring discovered
Warden girls sixth at HOF tournament
MOSES LAKE - Warden High School's girls wrestling team scored 22 points and tied for sixth place last Friday at the annual Hall of Fame Wrestling Tournament.
Cougars hold off Kittitas to win as hosts
WARDEN - Five Warden High School wrestlers captured first place in their respective weight classes, leading the host Cougars to a team championship at Saturday's Warden Tournament.
Preschool co-op looks to future
Parent programs offered for 30 years
Soap Lake filmmaker lauded for videos
SOAP LAKE - Filmmaking has been on-the-job training for Kathy Kiefer.
PUD plans for retiring workers
EPHRATA - Thirteen Grant County PUD workers are participating in a special 18-month-long employee development program launched last summer for the first time.
High school students sound off on job fair
COLUMBIA BASIN - In effort to target high school students looking for work when they graduate, area employee recruiters spoke before several Moses Lake classes.
Peggy Lee Melson
Peggy Lee Melson, 78, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2007, at her home in Moses Lake. Benson Family Funeral Service.
Monday, December 24
Tigers survive challenge from Jacks, stay perfect
Boys basketball recaps
Arson suspected in house frame fire
Sheriff's office has suspects
William Allen Schiller
William Allen Schiller, 84, Moses Lake resident, passed away Sunday, Dec. 23, 2007, at Samaritan Hospital. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory, Moses Lake.
Nativity scene finds a new home
The familiar scene of Mary, Joseph and Baby Jesus graced the lawn for years on city property near the Moses Lake library and finally at Neppel Park last year.
Quincy's defense harasses Ephrata for CWAC girls victory
Girls basketball recaps
Quincy data center proceeds on schedule
Hiring begins in spring 2008
Alba pregnant; who will love Weaver now?
I don't get why all these celebrity starlets are in such an all-fire hurry to get married and have babies without moi.
Ephrata increases pet fees
EPHRATA - Dog and cat owners in Ephrata will see a $3 to $15 increase in their animals' annual license cost next year.
Adella Rebecca Baker
Adella Rebecca Baker, 86, Moses Lake resident, and former longtime Salem, Ore., resident, passed away Saturday, Dec. 22, 2007, at Samaritan Hospital in Moses Lake. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory, Moses Lake.
Moses Lake man doubles as Santa
Owns 34 Santa suits
'Always back to Moses Lake'
MOSES LAKE - Dona Roe is always interested to learn why people wind up in Moses Lake.
Children buy pickets for Doolittle park
MOSES LAKE - Students from three Moses Lake elementary schools joined hands to help buy fence pickets for Gen. James H. Doolittle Park.
Friday, December 21
Moses Lake police arrest burglary suspect
MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake police arrested a man believed to be involved with numerous storage unit break-ins.
Grant County closes budget gap
$31.8 million budget approved Wednesday
Moses Lake ethanol plant seeks partners
Liquafaction hopes to be producing in 2008
Salvation Army low on donations
COLUMBIA BASIN - The Salvation Army is running low on donations this year.
Othello resident to head cooperative
OTHELLO - A longtime Othello face is the new chairman of a national potato cooperative.
Pool hours changing
MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake High School pool has changed its hours for the upcoming winter school break.
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON
IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF GRANT
Royal wrestlers settle for fourth at Best of the West
Prep sports recaps
Moses Lake merchants mixed on holiday season
MOSES LAKE - 'Tis the season … or maybe 'tisn't.
Timofeyev among five to All-State
COLUMBIA BASIN - Five local athletes were selected for inclusion on the All-State soccer and volleyball teams announced on Thursday.
Duane D. Pedersen
Duane D. Pedersen, 83, of Othello, died Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2007, at the Living Care Center in Kennewick, Wash. He had been a resident of Othello for 42 years working as a Civil Engineer for the Bureau of Reclamation on the Columbia Basin Project. Duane was a veteran of both World War II, participating in D- Day and the Korean War. Services are under the direction of Stevens Funeral Chapel, Othello.
Northland Cable, FSN work out TV deal for M's
MOSES LAKE - Northland Cable Television and Fox Sports Northwest (FSN) announced on Thursday plans to carry an additional 42 Seattle Mariners' games for the 2008 season.
Dean (Kostaki) Kastanis
Dean (Kostaki) Kastanis passed away peacefully with his children at his side on Dec. 19, 2007, at the age of 74 in Moses Lake.
Thursday, December 20
Hugh Christy
Hugh Christy, longtime resident of Moses Lake passed away Dec. 17, 2007, in Seaside, Ore.
Moses Lake man told to lose 26 cats
Council grants extension to allow adoptions
Brown, York lend a helping hand in Vikings' big win
Vikings 78, Pirates 72
Gordon Alexander McKnight
Gordon Alexander McKnight, 82, Warden resident, passed away Monday, Dec. 17, 2007, at Avalon Care Center in Othello. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Dec. 21, at the Warden Community Church with Rev. John Wallace officiating. Interment with military honors will follow in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory, Moses Lake. Viewing will take place at the Warden Community Church on Friday from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m.
Coulee City school broken into
Nothing stolen, Internet used
Quincy house offers free family event
QUINCY - Columbia Basin residents have the opportunity to celebrate Christmas, 1900s style.
Moses Lake High School announces newest Hall of Fame class
MOSES LAKE - Nine individual athletes and two honorary inductees will be part of the Moses Lake Chief Hall of Fame's Class of 2008.
(Big) John Welton Cummings
John Welton Cumniings entered the gentle slumber of heavenly sleep on Dec. 15, 2007. He entered into life in Gilmer, Texas on Feb. 12, 1927, as the seventh of 10 children of Sammie and Beulah Cummings. After the untimely death of his parents at the age of 12, he went to live with relatives Zephyr and Walter White in Richmond, Calif.
Moses Lake school district closer to new school name
MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake's future elementary school is closer to having a name.
Columbia Basin Herald offers Sunday edition
COLUMBIA BASIN - For the first time, Basin residents will get their Columbia Basin Herald for one more day this weekend.
Columbia Basin well represented on AP All-State football team
SEATTLE (AP) - The Associated Press on Wednesday announced the Washington All-State football team for each classification as voted on by a panel of state sports writers and editors.
Royal wrestling opens Best of the West in fine fashion
Prep sports recaps
Wednesday, December 19
Meals on Wheels program in need
Donations needed to continue program
Chiefs' Harman named to All-State squad
MOSES LAKE - Tad Harman, a senior offensive lineman for the Moses Lake High School football team, was named to the Seattle Times' All-State 4A football team last weekend.
Moses Lake swimmers win 11 of 12 events, rout Davis
Prep sports recaps
Fast-paced Panthers too much for Chiefs
Moses Lake struggles on both ends of the court in 78-57 loss to Wenatchee
Jose (Joe) Gonzalez
Joe Gonzalez was called to be with the Lord on Dec.15, 2007. He left this world following complications with diabetes. Holy Rosary will be prayed at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2007, at Kayser's Chapel of Memories in Moses Lake. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 20, 2007, at Queen of All Saints Catholic Church in Warden with Father Alejandro Trejo as celebrant. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Gardens, Warden. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory, Moses Lake. Viewing will take place at the funeral home on Wednesday evening from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m.
Eldred H. Sieverkropp
Eldred H. Sieverkropp, age 81, passed away Sunday, Dec. 16, 2007, in Moses Lake. He was born March 25, 1926, to Herman and Millie (Arlt) Sieverkropp in Puyallup, Wash. The oldest of six siblings, he spent his youth working on a berry farm in Puyallup. The family moved to a farm outside Odessa in the early 1940s. He graduated from Odessa High School and spent two years at a trade school in Spokane.
Sign up for dodgeball league
EPHRATA - The City of Ephrata is starting a youth and adult dodgeball league that will begin playing on Jan. 3.
Grant County PUD budget approved
Substations, fiber and turbines included
Girls expelled over prank threats
Moses Lake police say there was no danger
Man arrested for vehicular homicide in Moses Lake
Two Yakima suspects arrested
Low-income units to be bought in Grand Coulee
Homes to be renovated by housing authority
Notice of Trustee's Sale
Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq.
Tuesday, December 18
John W. Cummings
John W. Cummings, 80, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Saturday, Dec. 15, 2007, at Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory, Moses Lake.
Low-income units coming to Royal City
Homes are for farm workers
Landon guides Big Bend men to third-place finish
MOSES LAKE - Sophomore guard Daley Landon finished with a game-high 27 points and six 3-pointers as the Big Bend Runnin' Vikings capped the Northwest Athletic Association of Community Colleges' crossover tournament with a third-place finish.
Adopting people in need
MOSES LAKE - Several families around the area are going to have a Christmas after all.
James Reid
James Reid, 42, Soap Lake resident, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2007, at his home. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory, Moses Lake.
Lady Vikings turn into road warriors, win three of four
BELLINGHAM - The Big Bend Community College Lady Vikings completed a successful road trip over the weekend, winning the consolation bracket at the Northwest Athletic Association of Community Colleges' crossover tournament at Whatcom Community College.
Othello, Ephrata wrestlers sharp at SunDome
Prep wrestling recaps
Wenatchee outswims Chiefs
Prep sports recaps
United they stand: Youth soccer team headed to state championships
MOSES LAKE - A rough-and-tumble first season in the top level of the Washington State Youth Soccer Association is nearing an end for the Columbia Basin United 93 Navy.
Moses Lake schools set force policy
MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake School District Board of Directors approved a policy directing the use of physical force by district employees Dec. 13.
Job corps auctions gingerbread houses
MOSES LAKE - Six gingerbread houses brought in $345 for the Moses Lake Food Bank.
Lisa Ann Grove Bilodeau
Lisa Ann Grove Bilodeau, 52, a lifelong resident of the Soap Lake and Ephrata areas, passed away on Dec. 12, 2007. A celebration of her life will be announced at a later date. Lisa was born to Charles Turner Grove (deceased) and Virginia (Juday) Grove in Soap Lake on Feb. 22, 1955. She graduated from Ephrata High School in 1973. Following high school, Lisa traveled to Florida (which she dearly loved) and Arizona. She became a dental assistant before marrying her high school sweetheart, Les Bilodeau, in 1979. Before attending college and starting a family, she traveled to Michigan where she became a therapeutic horseback riding instructor for handicapped children. Lisa and Les started their family in 1985 with son Keyton and son Jadon followed in 1988. Lisa and Les divorced in 1992 and remained good friends and co-parents.
NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD December 27, 2007 at 9:00 am in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata WA regarding budget extension requests from the following Grant County Departments:
Jose "Joe" Luis Gonzalez Jr.
Jose "Joe" Luis Gonzalez, Jr., 27, longtime Warden resident, passed away Saturday, Dec.15, 2007, at Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane. Holy Rosary will be prayed at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 19, at Kayser's Chapel of Memories in Moses Lake. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 20, at Queen of All Saints Catholic Church in Warden with Father Alejandro Trejo as celebrant. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Gardens, Warden. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory, Moses Lake. Viewing will take place at the funeral home on Wednesday evening from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m.
Grant County PUD names new treasurer
EPHRATA - Grant County PUD commissioners named Jim Bunch last week to the permanent position of treasurer/controller.
Monday, December 17
Washington, Idaho, Oregon - and Florida
I am well aware I am not well traveled.
Guitar shines on Masquers stage
SOAP LAKE - She might not have stuck to the schedule, but Bonnie Guitar kept her audience delighted regardless.
Santa lives in the hearts that hold hope
As the world twinkles in red, green and white LED lights it's official… Christmas is upon us. It's a time of flying reindeer, mistletoe and secret wish lists.
Moses Lake crossing added to plan
Grant County takes first step
Soap Lake teenager excels in basketball
SOAP LAKE - Veronica Smith, 15, Soap Lake, commands the basketball court during a practice at Columbia Basin Secondary School in Moses Lake Thursday night.
Rossi visits Moses Lake
$1.1 million raised by end of November
Lady Lions ride defense, balanced attack to victory
MOSES LAKE - Coming off a five-point loss to one of the best 2B programs in the state, the Moses Lake Christian Lady Lions had to be feeling pretty good about themselves.
Notice of Trustee's Sale
Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq.
James Robert McGrotha
James Robert McGrotha, age 78, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather entered into rest Dec. 11. 2007.
Employee recruiters hope for 'signature' event
January job, career fair marketed to students, parents
Zamarron zaps Toppenish, Quincy finds win column
Girls basketball recaps
Ardith L. Horak
Ardith L. Horak passed away on Dec. 8, 2007. She traveled from Iowa by train with her family to the northwest while in her teens, where she met and married her first husband Nate Sherman. Having lived in various places throughout the west she and Nate finally settled in Moses Lake. Ardith was a homemaker, helped Nate in his various businesses and took on many varied lines of work herself including driving a school bus and helping in their construction business. Nate preceded Ardy in death in 1960.
Hinkle, Warnick talk minimum wage
Small business owners concerned
Hot-shooting trio powers Lions
MOSES LAKE - Good basketball teams usually prepare themselves for the league gauntlet with a daunting non-league schedule.
Allan Paul Morice
Allan Paul Morice, 21, a lifelong Moses Lake resident, was at his earthly home when he went to be with Jesus in his heavenly home Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2007. Allan was born Oct. 13, 1986. He graduated from Moses Lake High School in 2005.
Soap Lake Eagles fly past Mansfield as freshman Moats sinks 27 points
Boys basketball recaps
Friday, December 14
Chiefs shake off early doldrums for 11th straight victory
Prep sports recaps
Warden lit for Christmas
WARDEN - The trees lining state Route 170 on the way into Warden are lit for Christmas with the help of the community.
Moses Lake family opens downtown cafe
Bridges remodel computer business, open restaurant
NOTICE OF ADJOURNMENT AND
CONTINUANCE
George W. Hunt
George Hunt, 87, passed away on Dec. 12, 2007, at Samaritan Healthcare, Moses Lake. He was born April 30, 1920, in Ironton, Wis. He was preceded in death by his parents William J. and Ethel Hunt, wife Velma Hunt in 1974, and wife Olga Hunt in 2006. He is survived by one daughter Nancy (Hunt) Patterson and stepchildren, Ed Field, Spokane, Bob Field, Moses Lake, Roger and wife Pam Field, Moses Lake, Elmer and Wife Necia Field, DeBorgia, Mont., Kathy and husband Daryl Felts, Post Falls, Idaho, Sandy Field, Pasco, Diane Jones, Hagerton, Md., numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren, and great-great-children. He retired from being a United States Postal Service worker in Pasco. He was a WW II decorated veteran. He was past president of the Eagles Lodge, Moses Lake and a lifetime member of the VFW Club, Moses Lake. He enjoyed fishing and camping with family and friends. He will be missed. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory, Moses Lake.
Discover Elementary students explore cultures
Display is up through Christmas
I got you, 'Babes'
Family-friendly musical takes place at Wallenstien Theater Saturday
Juniper Drive vacation denied
Moses Lake council votes down request
William Vaughn
William Vaughn, 68, longtime Soap Lake resident, passed away Friday, Dec. 7, 2007, at his home. Arrangements are in care of Basin Cremation & Burial Service, Moses Lake.
Muriel de Witt Lyons
Muriel de Witt Lyons, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away on Dec. 12, 2007, at the age of 94. She was born on Dec. 3, 1913, in Sarilda, Idaho to Basil Edmund Henry de Witt and Matilda Jane (Cherry) de Witt.
Clinics could merge with hospital
Wenatchee Medical Center reviews new option
Earl Walter Dunlap
Earl Walter Dunlap, 78, Soap Lake resident, passed away Thursday, Dec. 6, 2007, in Soap Lake. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory, Moses Lake.
Royal flushes Goldendale, Mabton
Knights trying to maintain form of two-time defending state champions
Thursday, December 13
Thomas B. Lyda
Entered into Heavenly rest unexpectedly on Dec. 8, 2007, at home. Born Dec.16, 1927, in Nampa, Idaho, he is survived by his sweetheart of 55 years, Jeanne Evelyn.
James R. McGrotha
James R. McGrotha, longtime resident and businessman of Moses Lake passed away Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2007, at Sacred Heart in Spokane. Arrangements are in care of Benson Family Funeral Service, Chapel, Crematory and Cemetery, Moses Lake.
Moses Lake house fire appears suspicious
Possible suspect footprints located
Grant County budget shortfall decreasing
EPHRATA - A projected $4.5 million budget shortfall for Grant County was decreased to $2.52 million this week after a series of budget hearings.
Thiesfeld's big night leads Wilson Creek over Kahlotus
Prep sports recaps
Vonda 'Lee' Burton
A much loved daughter, sister, wife, mother and grammie passed away peacefully on Friday, Dec. 7, 2007, at her home in Veradale, Wash., with her loving family at her side.
Notice of Trustee's Sale
Pursuant To the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq.
Othello chamber leads drive to aid flood victims
Manager hopes to fill trailer by Dec. 21
Moses Lake police recover checkbooks
Two men arrested
Wednesday, December 12
Quincy police in need of rifles
Currently outgunned
Youngsters sharp as Chiefs sweep wrestling twinbill
KENNEWICK - Moses Lake wrestling coach Jamie Wise used Tuesday night's non-league wrestling matches as a test for some of his less experienced grapplers.
Notice of Trustee's Sale
Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq.
Last-second shots can't save Quincy from first loss
Mustangs 58, Jackrabbits 55
Port of Moses Lake appealing L&I fine
MOSES LAKE - The Port of Moses Lake is appealing a fine from the state Department of Labor and Industries from earlier this year.
Columbia Basin Herald holds Christmas contest
Publisher to pay $100 of electric bill
Dr. Earl's license reinstated
Hearing still pending
Perfect 10: Chiefs bowling team rolls over Panthers
MOSES LAKE - Consider the Moses Lake Chiefs ready for the defense of their first-place standing in the Central Washington League girls bowling standings.
Lady Broncos run over Valley Christian
Prep basketball recaps
Fairgrounds get new barns for Christmas
Construction progressing quickly
Othello helps Adams County with budget
Trying to prevent $362,000 loss
Tuesday, December 11
Increased collisions due to Sunday snowfall
Vehicles slide on slippery roadways
Manta Rays compete at Christmas Invite
WENATCHEE - The Moses Lake Manta Rays swim team took 19 competitors to the Christmas Invitational 2007 last weekend.
NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD December 19, 2007 at 1:30 pm in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata, WA regarding a budget extension for the Grant County 2007 Limited Tax General Obligation Bond Fund in the amount of $72,338.00 for the first interest payment on the G.O. Bond issued for the Fairgrounds improvements. Any interested persons may appear regarding these matters.
Grant County prosecutor's staffing request declined
County preparing for $4.5 million shortfall
Chiefs bowlers go to 9-0
MOSES LAKE - Freshman Shanice Brice and senior Sandy Smith led the Moses Lake Chiefs bowling team to its ninth straight win on Monday, a four-game sweep of the Selah Vikings at Lake Bowl.
Othello 4-year-old boy suffers serious burns
Accidentally lit himself on fire
Vikings won't be only ones trying to run at NWAACC crossover
MOSES LAKE - The Big Bend Runnin' Vikes have lived up to their names so far this season, averaging over 100 points per game in their 5-1 start.
Eight medalists guide Chiefs at Inland Empire wrestling
Prep wrestling recaps
Franklin Dean Hubbard
Franklin Dean Hubbard, 73, was born near Lineville, Iowa on Aug. 17, 1934, and entered into Heaven on Nov. 29, 2007, at Samaritan Hospital in Moses Lake. He was the son of Gerald (Pete) and Arlene Hubbard. He graduated from Leon High School in 1952. He joined the Air Force the same year, serving in the U.S. and France. After the loss of his father in 1954, he returned home to help his mother on the family farm. He and his mother, in 1955, moved to Washington to be closer to his brother, Ross, and his wife, Bonnie.
Moses Lake soldier visits students
MOSES LAKE - After spending more than a year keeping in touch with letters and cards, Lakeview Terrace Elementary School students finally met Moses Lake soldier Ben Kayser in person.
Monday, December 10
Holmes' pop culture highlights from 2007
I have a vivid memory of being 15 years old and reading People magazine's "Best of 1997" issue and thinking, "I would like to do a 'best of' list someday."
NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Warden School District 146-161 Board of Directors will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2007-08 Transportation Vehicle Fund Budget Extension. The hearing will be held at the regular meeting of the Warden School District Board of Directors scheduled for Thursday, December 20, 2007 at 7:00 PM in the high school library. The hearing is open to the public and any person may appear at the meeting to be heard for or against the budget extension or any part thereof. The completed budget extension is on file at the district administration office and a copy will be furnished to any person requesting one.
Moses Lake girls stay unbeaten with trouncing of Eastmont Wildcats
Girls basketball recaps
Goodrich, Butterfield lead Chiefs swimming
EAST WENATCHEE - Moses Lake High School's boys swimming team competed at the area-wide Central Washington Pentathlon on Friday at Eastmont High School.
Moses Lake officer damages patrol car
Struck light pole while looking for suspect
Grant County EDC increases Ephrata's fee
Industrial growth cited as reason for increase
Winterfest draws little turkey bowlers
SOAP LAKE - Hundreds of people flooded the streets of Soap Lake to enjoy Winterfest Saturday.
Big Bend sweeps through weekend tournament
MOSES LAKE - It was an interesting weekend, to say the least, for the Big Bend basketball teams at the Basic American Foods Classic.
Moses Lake High School pilots technology program
MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake teachers can soon create customized computer desktops and offer students access to online resources from home.
'Her Eyes' trapped inside Weaver's head
For what seems like the last month and a half, I have had Pat Monahan's "Her Eyes" trapped on continuous repeat inside my brain.
Moses Lake man recalls working for Evel
MOSES LAKE - The late world-famous stunt rider Evel Knievel reveled in the limelight.
Cities plow snow toward curb for good reason
Method causes annual complaints
Friday, December 7
Odessa paintball hosts free scrimmage Saturday
Tri-Cities, Spokane teams play before January tournament
Moses Lake graduate shares Iraq experience
Army captain thanks citizens for support
Jacks jolt Grandview in CWAC wrestling
Jackrabbits 61, Greyhounds 12
Moses Lake Clinic may become non-profit
Organization ponders change to avoid losing Medicaid patients
Festival of lights celebrated in Othello
Sponsored by the Othello Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Ephrata won't support lower speed limit
Highway engineered correctly, officials say
Thy leaves are so unchanging
Longtime Moses Lake Christmas tree sellers return to lot
Local power lifter shatters world record - again
Moses Lake's Kennelly bench presses 1,050 pounds
Notice of Existence of Small Works Roster
Samaritan Hospital has established a small works roster for public works projects of less than $200,000. This roster may be used to award contracts for work in one of the following categories:
Avista to pay fines for accident
May 31 accident left one dead
Thursday, December 6
JoAnn Denise Mahaney
JoAnn Denise Mahaney, 46, a Moses Lake resident, passed away Monday, Dec. 3, 2007, in Quincy, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Memorial services will be held Friday, Dec. 7, at 11 a.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Moses Lake, with Pastor David Daugs officiating. Arrangements are in the care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory, Moses Lake.
4-H students decorate Othello City Hall tree
OTHELLO - A 15.5-foot Christmas tree at Othello City Hall is sprouting reindeer, stockings and snowflakes, thanks to Othello's 4-H children.
Franklin E. Rowley
Franklin E. Rowley, 73, went to be with his loving wife on Saturday, Dec. 1, 2007. He was born in Yakima, Oct. 4t, 1934, to Mr. and Mrs. Leland Rowley. At an early age Frank joined the Navy and enjoyed a long 20-year career serving his country and traveling the globe. He married Carol Woods, during his career with the Navy and took on the role as father to Carol's six children. He retired from the Navy in 1970 with full honors, the same year he and Carol had their youngest son.
Avista cited for Othello boom-truck death
Nearly $24,000 in fines
Othello council talks well solutions
OTHELLO - The Othello City Council listened to a presentation concerning an effort to find the source of high fluoride levels in well number six Monday night.
Notice of Trustee's Sale
Pursuant To the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq.
Turkey bowling and more at Soap Lake's Winterfest
SOAP LAKE - Each year Soap Lake's Winterfest adds another flag to its celebration.
Toy drive set for Saturday in Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE - A Moses Lake-based motorcycle club is asking for cash and toy donations as part of its annual toy drive from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Dec. 15.
Wednesday, December 5
Moses Lake man critical after collision
Collision results in road closure, fuel spill
Moses Lake bowlers stretch win streak to seven
Prep sports recaps
Potato industry reports good harvest
Weather, soil play role in positive spud year
Ephrata break-ins could be connected
Motor homes at two storage facilities broken into
Basin nursing homes fare well
Deficiencies addressed
Moses Lake suffers crime spree
Multiple thefts
Lightning-quick start propels Chiefs
Loera, Noyes punish Kamiakin as Moses Lake girls move to 3-0
Tuesday, December 4
House fire displaces one
Cause ruled accidental
Moses Lake technician killed in car accident
Collision under investigation
Ephrata boys blow out Lake Roosevelt, Cashmere
Boys basketball recaps
Moses Lake schools, staff reach agreement
District ratifies contract Monday
Noyes' 27 points help Chiefs open with rout of Sunnyside
Girls basketball recaps
Gregory Lee Solberg
Gregory Lee Solberg, 52, of Snohomish, Wash., passed away Nov. 25, 2007, at his home following complications from an auto accident on Oct. 26, 2006. He was surrounded by his family at the time of his death. He was bom July 17, 1955, in Moses Lake.
Moses Lake post office offers North Pole postmark
Deadline to drop off mail is Dec. 10
Viking men split at Walla Walla Classic
WALLA WALLA - Daley Landon and Will Winn scored 15 points apiece as the Big Bend Community College Runnin' Vikes tore through the Linfield College junior varsity squad 93-55 on Saturday at the Walla Walla Classic tournament.
Yahoo! opens with a yodel in Quincy
Community takes tours of big purple business Monday afternoon
SUPERIOR COURT, STATE OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF Spokane
In the Matter of the ) NO. 07401314-0
Monday, December 3
Grant County cities ask for more prosecutors
MOSES LAKE - The Association of Grant County Cities and Towns unanimously passed a resolution requesting Grant County fund two additional prosecutors to combat gang activity.
Fatal Moses Lake fire cause undetermined
MOSES LAKE - The cause of a fatal house fire that claimed the lives of two Moses Lake children and their stepfather Sept. 29, was ruled undetermined by the Grant County Sheriff's Office.
Knights get fourth title under Wiley Allred, beating SCAC rival Connell
Knights 28, Eagles 16
Anything to do with cattle
Wesselman named Grant County Cattleman of the Year
Soap Lake lava lite may feature tower
Tower to offer history info
Basin faces a welcome sight outside area
Running into a Columbia Basin resident outside of the Columbia Basin can be a positive experience.
NOTICE
The Board of Directors for the Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District have changed their regular monthly meeting date in December to be held Tuesday, December 18, 2007 at 6:00 p.m. in the conference room at 932 E. Wheeler Rd., Moses Lake WA. The Board, acting as a board of equalization, will meet to equalize assessments by publication in a newspaper published in the county comprising the District. The time fixed for the meeting shall not be less than twenty nor more than thirty days from the first publication of the notice.
Norma Thayer Reed
Norma Thayer Reed, 84, died peacefully at home in Moses Lake on Thursday, Nov. 29, 2007. Norma was born Jan. 9, 1923, in Choctaw, Okla., to Edwin and Julia McWilliams Thayer. Norma retired after 26 dedicated years as a secretary from McDonnell Douglas. She served as Royal Matron of Charity Court, Order of the Amaranth in the year of 1968 through 1969. She was a member of the Crossroads Community Bible Church of Mannford, Okla. She had a passion for genealogy and spent over 40 years researching her family. She is the beloved mother of two daughters and one son. Norma is survived by her two daughters, Jackie (James) Piper, of Oklahoma City, Okla., Shari (Charlie) Laibl, of Moses Lake, eight grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren. Norma was preceded in death by her parents, one son, James Dotson and her husband Cecil Eugene Reed. Burial was held on Saturday, Dec. 1, 2007 in Oak Hill Cemetery, Mannford, Okla. Arrangements in care of Affordable Funeral Options, Moses Lake.
Evel Knievel remembered in Grant County
Moses Lake friend to be pallbearer
Graffiti is part of drug trade
MOSES LAKE - The Grant County Association of Cities and Towns discussed the relation of drugs, crime and gangs Thursday night.
How does one obtain a 'favor' from somebody?
I forayed out of my normal routines to begin Christmas shopping and found myself seeking help from strangers more than normal.
Warriors' Goodwin, Hughes run wild on Odessa defense
TACOMA - If Odessa's 56-6 shellacking of Almira/Coulee-Hartline back on Sept. 21 meant anything at all, no one in attendance at last Friday's 1B state championship game would've known.
