Tuesday, July 31
Wrestler-turned-golfer a hit among Moses Pointe's circles
Carlos Adamy passes PGA test,
Blue Wave washes over Soap Lake
Democrats help with cleanup project
Four BMX riders qualify for championship
Moses Lake hosts state qualifiers Sunday
Helen Mary Jones Sircin Anderson
No service will be held for Helen Mary Anderson at her request. Arrangements are with Neptune Society.
'OK' turnout for Royal City market
Efforts to continue in community, coordinator said
Moses Lake man goes missing
Billy Clapp Lake searched
On to Ohio!
RiverDogs take eighth regional title in 13 seasons
Yoshiko 'Kay' Shimmin
Yoshiko "Kay" Shimmin, 75, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Sunday, July 29, 2007, at her home. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory, Moses Lake.
Dale D. Frisbie
Dale D. Frisbie, 81, Soap Lake resident, passed away Friday, July 27, 2007, at Samaritan Hospital. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel and Crematory, Moses Lake.
Lillian Marie Strathern
Lillian Marie Strathern, 92, passed away at 3:35 p.m. on Sunday, July 29, at Columbia Basin Hospital. She was surrounded by family and friends.
Dance contestants show moves to Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE — Dance students received star-quality instruction Friday and Saturday when contestants from the Fox TV show "So You Think You Can Dance?" led classes in Moses Lake.
Monday, July 30
Doolittle park renamed after WW II general
Honors historical aviator
Villwock wins fourth straight Columbia Cup
Washington hydroplane racer dominates again on Columbia River
Sports junkie looks forward to fall season
Three months into my new gig as the Herald's sports reporter, I finally have a chance to write for the most bizarrely diverse space in the newspaper.
'I need to feel like I'm worthwhile'
MOSES LAKE — Mickey Mouse adorns Karen Porter's desk at Basin Employment Service and Training.
Jesus Rodelo
Jesus Rodelo, 73, of Othello, died Wednesday, July 25, 2007, at Sacred Heart Medical Center, with his family at his side.
Physician rejoins Quincy hospital
Nick Mason helps during transition
Pigout in McCosh Park
Food, music draw families to McCosh Park event
SUPERIOR COURT, STATE OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF GRANT
In the Matter of the NO. 07-4-00083-0
Superintendent named state association president
COLUMBIA BASIN — North Central Educational Service District Superintendent Rich McBride was elected president of the Washington Association of School Administrators.
A following for pies
ROYAL CITY — Ronna Woodward is well known around Royal City for her pies.
Pirates look to wrap up division title Monday night
BELLINGHAM — The Moses Lake Pirates finished up their six-game road trip over the weekend by taking two straight games with the Bellingham Bells.
Shirley Irene Vander Vorste
Shirley Irene Vander Vorste, age 59, longtime resident of Royal City, left us and went home to our loving Father July 26, 2007, after an 11 year struggle with breast cancer. She was born to Bill and Frieda Waterson, Aug. 11, 1947, in Rapid City, South Dakota. Shirley grew up in the Black Hills of South Dakota and graduated from Sturgis High School. She married Dwight Vander Vorste, Aug. 21, 1966, and moved to Royal City in the fall of 1968. She was active in the community, her church, and The Public School Employees of Washington.
Local lawmakers awarded for business efforts
OLYMPIA — Four Columbia Basin lawmakers were honored for their work supporting the business community in Olympia.
Thursday, July 26
Angelyn Van Binsbergen
Angelyn Van Binsbergen, 95, longtime Royal City resident, passed away Tuesday, July 24, 2007, at LakeRidge Special Care Center. Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 31, at the Royal City Nazarene Church with Pastor Tim Snyder, officiating. Interment will follow at Royal Memorial Gardens. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel and Crematory, Moses Lake.
William Andrew 'Bill' Smith
William Andrew "Bill" Smith, 63, of Othello, died Sunday, July 22, 2007, at Avalon Care Center.
Port meets new aircraft rescue staff
Outlook positive following ASPI meeting
Desert Dogs can't close out Calgary
MOSES LAKE — Spectators at Wednesday's opening game of the 16-year-old Babe Ruth Pacific Northwest Regional Tournament got two games for the price of one.
Pirates go deep into the night for win
SILVERDALE — The Moses Lake Pirates beat the Kitsap BlueJackets Tuesday night in 16 innings, a game that lasted 5 hours and 34 minutes.
Moses Lake may get bigger
MOSES LAKE — Nearly 400 acres may be annexed into Moses Lake.
Moses Lake upset with fairgrounds proposal
MOSES LAKE — Some Moses Lake City Councilmembers oppose Grant County's attempt to install septic tanks and sewage drain fields at the fairgrounds.
Air Force considers more C-17 flights in Moses Lake
GRANT COUNTY — The Air Force hopes to establish an interim landing zone for C-17 aircraft at Moses Lake-based Grant County International Airport.
Claudia Jane Ziegelman
Claudia Jane Ziegelman passed away on July 20, 2007, at Samaritan Hospital. Claudia was born to Kenneth and Edna Talmage on March 2, 1932.
Robert D. McCauley
Robert D. McCauley Sr.. was born on Sept. 23, 1921, and he passed away on Tuesday, July 17, 2007, at the age of 85.
Forgey, RiverDogs feast
MOSES LAKE — The Columbia Basin Junior RiverDogs wanted to send a message in their Babe Ruth Pacific Northwest Regional Tournament opener Wednesday night.
Walleyes' playoff schedule changes
MOSES LAKE — The time and location for the Moses Lake Walleyes' Junior American Legion district playoff opener has changed.
Royal City debuts farmers' market
ROYAL CITY — If longtime Royal City resident Sharon Chesterman has her way, the first farmers' market held in her town won't be the last.
SUPERIOR COURT, STATE OF WASHINGTON
COUNTY OF SPOKANE
Alice L. Milholland
Former Moses Lake resident Alice L. Milholland, age 92, passed away Thursday, July 19, 2007. She lived in East Wenatchee since 1999.
Wednesday, July 25
Basin students arrive in Gunpo, Korea
SOUTH KOREA — Columbia Basin youth weren't afraid of getting their hands dirty when they attended a mud festival in Korea.
Quincy hospital and fire district agree on new levy
Both would benefit from funding
Pruitt murder case heading to superior court
Request to keep in juvenile court denied
Superior Court of Washington
County of GRANT
Basin teams set for Babe Ruth regional events
MOSES LAKE — Three local squads open up state tournament action this week as the Columbia Basin becomes the hotbed of Base Ruth Baseball.
Feel the Heat: Warden team third at regional softball
Team-oriented approach fuels Heat Fastpitch in six wins
Potato reps return from Mexico trade mission
French fries promoted, new contacts made for industry
Wilson Creek toasts walking, bike path
WILSON CREEK — The town of Wilson Creek salutes its recently completed path Thursday morning.
Evelyn Litt
Evelyn Litt, 85, Coulee City resident, passed away Monday, July 23, 2007, at McKay Healthcare in Soap Lake. Graveside services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, July 27, at Valley View Memorial Park in Soap Lake, with Dr. Paul Wagner officiating. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel of Memories, Moses Lake.
Walleyes open Legion playoffs Friday afternoon
RICHLAND — The Junior American Legion Baseball district playoffs begin this Friday, with the Moses Lake Walleyes opening up against the Kennewick Dusters at Richland High School.
Ice 12-U take tournament title
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Ice 12-and-under fastpitch softball team took first place at the recent Summer Heat Tournament.
Kitsap powers past Pirates
BlueJackets 8 Pirates 7
Tuesday, July 24
Two gunmen rob store near Othello
Unidentified men fled in stolen car
Johnnie D. Varnell
Johnnie D. Varnell, Jr., 49, of Moses Lake, passed away suddenly at work on Wednesday, July 18, 2007, due to heart related issues.
Former Moses Lake teacher pled guilty
Placed on probation until March 2008
Lloyd Lincoln Larsen
Jan. 6, 1921 - July 17, 2007
RiverDogs on to regionals after wild weekend
Columbia Basin tries to earn spot in Babe Ruth World Series
Basin Junior Misses get ready to compete in Pullman
COLUMBIA BASIN — Several Junior Misses from the Columbia Basin are competing in Pullman Aug. 4 for the title of Washington Junior Miss.
Board talks of workforce development
CHENEY — The state Higher Education Coordinating Board is meeting at Eastern Washington University Thursday to discuss the future workforce.
A quiet contribution
MOSES LAKE — Despite putting hundreds of volunteer hours into improving the community and receiving more than $90,000 in college scholarships, Moses Lake resident Cameron Frederick doesn't brag about his accomplishments.
Patty Caldwell
Patty Caldwell, 58, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Saturday, July 21, 2007, at Samaritan Hospital. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel and Crematory, Moses Lake.
Notice of Trustee's Sale
Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq.
Sally Sanford
Lifelong Moses Lake resident passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at Lakeridge Special Care Unit on 7-18-07.
Business
MOSES LAKE — Lois and Larry Anderson don't see their business as another Mom and Pop store.
Moses Lake soccer team first at Ephrata tournament
EPHRATA — Moses Lake High School Maroon took first place during last weekend's high school girls 7 on 7 soccer tournament at Ephrata High School.
Junior rodeo draws huge interest from far and wide
MOSES LAKE — Over 260 participants from Washington, Oregon and Idaho converged on the Grant County Fairgrounds for the Moses Lake Junior Rodeo, held July 14 and 15.
High school pool sets summer schedule
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake High School pool has set its operating hours for the remainder of the summer.
Sun Devils play well in runner-up performance
PORT ANGELES — The Moses Lake Sun Devils, a 15-and-under All-Star squad, came up one win shy of a regional tournament berth at the Babe Ruth baseball state championships held July 19-22.
Monday, July 23
Dion Martin "Marty" O'Brien
Marty O'Brien passed away unexpectedly in his sleep Sunday, July 15, 2007, at the age of 63. Marty was the last of six children born on May 27, 1944, to Joseph Martin and Lucy (Willoughby) O'Brien in Spokane. He attended North Central High School where he excelled on both the basketball court and the baseball field and accomplished just enough to get by in the classroom. He went on to play baseball at Columbia Basin Community College and Eastern Washington University, where he earned all-conference honors at shortstop his senior year. On Dec. 28, 1963, he married Judy Ann Kemp, his high school sweetheart and wife of 43 years.
Virginia Laurel Lovins
Virginia Laurel Lovins, 84, of Seattle, passed away peacefully in her sleep on July 14, 2007. Virginia was born Aug. 2, 1922, in Boise, Idaho, to parents Robert and Robin Commons. She is preceded in death by her husband, Oliver Lovins, and her son Scott. She is survived by her two sons Curt and his wife Linda, and Gregg Lovins; her brother Richard Commons; sister Barbara Danials; and grandson Connor Lovins. Virginia requested that there be no memorial service. Arrangements were handled through People's Memorial Funeral Cooperative.
The uppers and downers of the bathroom
The toilet seat. Should it be left up or down?
SUPERIOR COURT, STATE OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF GRANT
In the Matter of the NO. 07-4-00083-0
News
OTHELLO — When Kennewick resident Bill Templeton was 16 years old, he purchased a 1940 Ford Standard Tudor Sedan for $60.
Ephrata hears Summer Sounds
EPHRATA — Ephrata took on a festival atmosphere during the weekend, when activities, food and two stages of music were offered at Basin Summer Sounds.
Public shares opinions on railroad project
New line could be built in Moses Lake
Bernsen burns Hawks with clutch single
Moses Lake sweeps Spokane, clinches WCCBL playoff spot
Soap Lake police receive more funding
SOAP LAKE — Soap Lake City Council approved funding to purchase a patrol vehicle and to pay a salary for a reserve officer during a Wednesday night council meeting.
Robert Donald McCauley
Robert Donald McCauley, Sr., age 85, passed away peacefully at his home in Mae Valley on July 18, 2007.
Dancing among the clouds
EPHRATA — It's the rhythm and flow of the figures that Mike Mulcahy of Desert Aire loves about flying aerobatics.
Athlete label a new one on columnist
I was recently called something I have never before been called: An athlete.
Linn M. Cooper
Age 84, went to sleep in death July 9, 2007, with his daughters by his side. Linn was born April 2, 1923, in Seattle, the fourth son of the late Charles and Cora Cooper. He grew up and worked most of his life on the same location where he was born. He and his brothers, Harold and Lister took over their father's service station business. He later began to work for the water department until the age of 78. In his high school years he was known as the athletic one of the family; being a four-letter man graduating from Foster High in the class of '41. He served in the Army during World War II; honorably discharged as a sergeant in 1945. In order to be closer to his daughters, he changed his residence in 2002 to Moses Lake. With his positive, cheerful attitude and good sense of humor, he was loved by all who knew him. Because of his great love of the outdoors, camping trips were a regular part of the family's vacations. He enjoyed traveling south where it was hot; especially to Yuma, Arizona and Death Valley. He was often heard to say "let's go for a ride." He was preceded in death by Gwen J. Cooper, the mother of his three daughters; his first born daughter, Linda S. Reynolds; his brothers, Harold and Laren; his sister-in-laws Jean Cooper and Doris Smith. He is survived and dearly missed by his daughter, Carol and husband Dave Hourie; daughter, Barbara Whidden, all of Moses Lake, Wash.; brother Lister and his wife Marie Cooper of Seattle; sister-in-law Eva Mae Cooper of Seattle; seven grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren; three nephews and three nieces and their families.
Thursday, July 19
Hastings secures more money for Odessa aquifer
Groups respond to congressman's support
Quincy establishes business moratorium
QUINCY — After disputing the validity of a vote taken to initiate a moratorium for large retail business, Quincy City Council unanimously voted to reaffirm the move Tuesday night.
Moses Lake contingency key part of East's victory
Several Pirates among league leaders going into stretch run
Moses Lake students get tickets to Japan
MOSES LAKE — In less than a week, five students from Moses Lake are going to be on a plane heading to Japan.
Brenda Marie Carlson
Our dearly beloved, Brenda Marie Carlson, age 56, passed away after a brief illness on July 15, 2007. Brenda was bom in Idaho Falls, Idaho on Aug. 8, 1950, to Vaughn and Maxine Carlson. She is one of eight children.
Wesley James Martin
Wesley James Martin, 72, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Tuesday, July 18, 2007, at Samaritan Hospital. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory, Moses Lake.
A man of no surprises
MOSES LAKE — There's nothing surprising about Allan Peterson.
VENDOR ROSTER
The GCPHA is preparing a vendor roster for purchases costing less than Fifty Thousand Dollars for materials, supplies, and equipment to be used in maintaining its hydroelectric power projects. To be on roster, submit business name and contact information.
Wednesday, July 18
Othello All-Stars one win shy of regionals
Moses Lake 15-year-olds also lose in state championship game
Superior Court of Washington
County of GRANT
JT Ranch hosting riding clinics
MOSES LAKE — JT Ranch in Moses Lake is offering a horsemanship and riding class to all kids ages 6 through 15, with two separate four-week sessions beginning Aug. 6.
Longtime Ephrata coach, educator dies
EPHRATA — Retired coach Martin "Marty" O'Brien, 63, died in his home Sunday evening of an apparent heart attack.
Lelia Murphy
Lelia Murphy, 27, lifelong Moses Lake resident, passed away Sunday, July 15, 2007, at her mother's home in Moses Lake.
State prepares to pay mortgage holders
OLYMPIA — State leaders say more than 12,000 residents are eligible for restitution from a fraudulent mortgage company.
Othello P.E. uniform decision tabled
OTHELLO — Whether students at Othello High School should be required to wear physical education uniforms is a decision still to be made.
Karstetter swims strong for Manta Rays' boys
MOSES LAKE — Several noteworthy performances were turned in by the Moses Lake Manta Rays' boys team during last weekend's Sizzlin' Summer Invitational at Moses Lake Aquatic Center.
Football camp begins Aug. 6
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake High School head football coach Greg Kittrell will be leading a youth football camp for incoming third- through sixth-graders, Aug. 6-10 at the MLHS practice fields.
Moses Lake toddler recovering from dog bites
Dog attacks toddler
Tuesday, July 17
River Dogs' winning streak snapped at 22
WALLA WALLA — After stretching their winning streak to 22 games, the Columbia Basin River Dogs finally faltered in last weekend's Walla Walla Bears Senior Babe Ruth Tournament.
New softball team holding tryouts soon
MOSES LAKE — Calling all young ladies who are interested in playing for a newly-established, tournament-caliber softball team.
Jonathan David Espinoza
Jonathan David Espinoza, age 21, died at his home on July 13, 2007, in Moses Lake. At the family's request there will be no formal services at this time. Arrangements in care of Affordable Funeral Options, Moses Lake.
CITY OF MOSES LAKE
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
Irene L. Watson
Irene L. Watson, 89, longtime Moses Lake resident and wife of the late Thomas G. Watson, passed away Sunday, July 15, 2007, at Lakeview Home Care in Moses Lake.
ASPI, Moses Lake port meeting is tomorrow
Commercial air service, marketing on agenda for group, district
Hastings adds $1 million to Yakima Basin study
Congressman: Water storage 'critical'
Fire destroys barn, kills two sheep near Ephrata
Firefighters rescue more than 20 sheep
Manta Rays keep on sizzling at Moses Lake invite
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Manta Rays showed up in full force last weekend, hosting their annual Sizzlin' Summer Invitational as part of the Inland Empire Swimming season.
Walleyes keep on flourishing
LEWISTON, Idaho — Using their typical combination of timely hitting and solid starting pitching, the Moses Lake Walleyes Junior American Legion baseball team won three of four games at last weekend's Lewiston Tournament.
Columbia Basin women named pageant runners-up
Record number of contestants compete
Monday, July 16
Introducing the melon flavored mocha
My friends and I still talk about the grapefruit mocha.
Superior Court of Washington
County of GRANT
Barger wins again
Racer turns in fast lap, victory at Ephrata mid-season championships
Moses Lake pitchers turn tables on Bend
MOSES LAKE — With the Bend Elks coming in to town for a three-game series this weekend, the Moses Lake Pirates needed their pitching staff to step up in a big way. Just one week ago, the WCCBL's top run-producing offense torched Moses Lake pitching for 23 runs during a three-game sweep of the Pirates in Bend.
I want my MTV the way it was
Often I find myself turning on MTV, hoping to find something fun to watch, but am disappointed by the uninspired programs parading around.
Fishing for a dock
MOSES LAKE — The Columbia Basin Walleye Club is building a fishing dock parallel with Interstate 90 to keep patrons safe and provide a fun activity.
Pruitt to be charged as an adult
No appeals from defense
State holds railroad open house
Public feedback sought Thursday
Eighth salmonella case reported in Grant County
GRANT COUNTY — One more case of senftenberg salmonella was confirmed in Grant County, bringing the total number of cases to eight since February.
Moses Lake figures lake crossing to cost more
Could cost up to $50 million
Grant PUD reports hatchery a success
EPHRATA — Approximately seven million juvenile salmon were released from the Priest Rapids Hatchery in June, the Grant County PUD reported.
Friday, July 13
Wenatchee slugs Pirates' pitching
AppleSox rip 16 hits, knock Moses Lake pitcher Cam Gill out in first inning
Additional lake crossing to cost millions
Cost expected to reach nearly $18 million
Marjorie J. 'Marge' Ebel
Marjorie J. "Marge" Ebel, 87, a longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away in Moses Lake on Sunday, July 1, 2007.
Betty L. Sheppard
Betty L. Sheppard was born Oct. 16, 1932, passed away peacefully in the family home on July 10, 2007. Betty was surrounded by her husband Buck and their three sons Steven, Mike, Doug and their families, plus Betty and Buck's very close friends of fifty years, Jim and Fran Campbell. A small memorial of close friends and family will be planned later. We wish to thank hospice and all the very kind folks who helped Betty through her last days. Any donations to the cancer fund or hospice would be greatly appreciated.
Salmonella outbreak declared
GRANT COUNTY — Since February, seven cases of a rare salmonella were reported in Grant County, the health district reported Wednesday.
Open door policy
MOSES LAKE — There are more to doors than meets the eye.
Rossi addresses Grant County real estate agents
MOSES LAKE — Dino Rossi recommends blocking out the voices of the naysayers.
Grant County Health District changes fees
Some fees decreased
Moses Lake standoff ends with death
Suspect reportedly kills self
Surging Walleyes sweep twinbill
KENNEWICK — The Moses Lake Walleyes continued to solidify their hold on a Junior American Legion baseball playoff spot, sweeping the Kennewick Bandits at Southridge High School on Wednesday.
Thursday, July 12
Alice Goehri
Alice Goehri, 96, passed away peacefully to be with The Lord on July 6, 2007, at Sunbridge Care Center in Moses Lake.
Health district debates platting role
Grant County commissioners ask if attorney has conflict of interest
Ayala's walk-off magic boots Pirates to 14-inning win
Pirates 1 AppleSox 0
Quincy historical house holding annual winefest, lawn party
Fund-raiser to aid creation of Quincy-based chapter books
Delbert Arthur Petersen
Delbert Arthur Petersen, 98, of Ephrata, passed away on Wednesday, July 11, 2007, from complications associated with cancer. Delbert was born on Nov. 13, 1908, to Arthur Mouritz Petersen and Mary Eliza Seamons Petersen in Hyde Park, Utah.
Othello annexation tabled
OTHELLO — A split vote among the Othello City Council led to a possible annexation being tabled Monday.
Moses Lake keeps well drilling tabled
Advisory committee may be formed
Ask.com announces plans for Moses Lake
Mayor anticipates additional jobs through parent company IAC
Wednesday, July 11
Good as Gold: volleyball team places high
RENO, Nev. — Heidi Smith of Moses Lake High School was part of the North Central Washington Volleyball Club's 16-and-under Gold team that completed a successful trip to the Volleyball Festival, the world's largest annual sporting event.
Pioneer Medical Center evacuated for small fire
Center reopened 35 minutes after 911 call
Pirates' bats sizzle in Wenatchee
Pirates 11 AppleSox 9
Sky high service
SPOKANE — In their efforts to come home victorious from a biennial air rodeo, several military teams are using Moses Lake for practice.
Richard (Dick) Otho Saffer
Richard (Dick) Otho Saffer was born on Feb. 14, 1917, in his grandfather William Cline's house on Pottery Hill in Port Orchard, Wash., and passed away peacefully on July 9, 2007, in Moses Lake.
Royal City presents SummerFest 2007
Festivities start Friday
Moses Lake girls put their opponents on Ice
Heat Fastpitch also does well at ASA tournament
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY
IN THE MATTER OF ) NO. 07-4-00049-0
Soap Lake canoe race canceled
Late summer meeting may resurrect event
Tuesday, July 10
Othello pool is open
Senator takes ride on the slide
Richard Saffer
Richard Saffer, 90, Moses Lake resident, passed away Monday, July 9, 2007, at LakeRidge Special Care Center. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel and Crematory, Moses Lake,
Port of Moses Lake authorizes aircraft rescue agreement
Rural Metro takes over Aug. 1
Tree fruit producers meet in Royal City
Workshop covers incentive payments beginning in 2008
Defensive miscues hand Bend sweep
Elks 5 Pirates 4
River Dogs' win streak hits 15 games
EPHRATA — The Columbia Basin River Dogs continued on their recent tear through Babe Ruth baseball action, winning the North Corner/Desert Dogs Series over the weekend at Ephrata High School.
Ephrata hospital building facility
New structure for housekeeping, maintenance
REC Silicon expanding again
Company investing about $320 million more in Moses Lake
Walleyes, Hanford split as Legion playoffs loom closer
HANFORD — The Moses Lake Walleyes Junior American Legion baseball team continued to stay in the thick of the league playoff chase with a doubleheader split at Hanford High School last Friday.
Steven John Gross
Steven John Gross, 47, of Othello, passed away at Twin Lakes Resort in Inchelium, Wash. Memorial services are under the direction of Steven Funeral Chapel.
Hector edges Ogle in stock car battle
Fought, White and Barger also get wins at Ephrata
Monday, July 9
'I've done a lot of things'
MOSES LAKE — Hank Buchmann suspects some people might think the most surprising thing about his father Ed is the fact he's still here.
Marjorie P. (Sybrant) Coleman
Marjorie Coleman, 85, resident of Sun City, Ariz., and formerly of Moses Lake, passed away Monday, July 2, 2007, in Peoria, Ariz.
The 'bravery' of being anonymous
Just because we can do something, doesn't mean we should.
Task force members agree to continue meeting
Web sites to provide meeting place for workers, employers
Pirates conquer one nemesis, sunk by another
BEND, Ore. — Having lost all four meetings with the Corvallis Knights this season, their only four losses on the year thus far, it was beginning to appear that the Moses Lake Pirates would never beat their West Coast Collegiate Baseball League foes to the south.
Faye Aileen Maglaughlin
Faye Aileen Maglaughlin, 79, of Othello died Wednesday, July 4, 2007. Faye had lived in Othello since 1985. She had lived in Anchorage, Alaska, Moses lake, Wyoming and Connell. Services are under the direction of Stevens Funeral chapel.
Fire damages Moses Lake duplex
MOSES LAKE — While the residents of a Moses Lake duplex sat inside their house Sunday evening, a fire was burning in their attic.
Well drilling ordinance up for discussion
Meeting slated for Tuesday night
Richard W. Marrs
Richard W. Marrs, 82, Soap Lake resident, passed away Saturday, July 7, 2007, at his home. Private family inurnment will take place in Mountain View Cemetery in Centralia, Wash. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory, Moses Lake.
Firefighters battle large grass fires
GRANT COUNTY — Two fires burned several miles of land in Grant County over the weekend.
Dreaming of a place to ride
MOSES LAKE — While sitting in juvenile detention for a weekend, four youth conjured an idea to keep them and others out of trouble while providing a positive activity several others are interested in.
Determining title of a song, is darn near impossible
Like many people, I grew up listening to the songs of the 1940s, 1950s and 1960s.
Friday, July 6
Grant County Emergency Management offers cool-down tips
COLUMBIA BASIN —Temperatures topped 100 degrees Thursday in the Columbia Basin, and hot weather is expected to continue this weekend.
Student recants claims she had sex with Garza
No charges filed against former Moses Lake teacher
Royal City physician assistant settles in
ROYAL CITY — Bret Moore said he is glad to provide what Royal City residents have wanted for years: A physician with staying power.
Hastings meets with Moses Lake
Citizen concerns discussed
Moses Lake winery brings home Northwest awards
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake winery Kyra Wines recently participated in the Northwest Wine Summit competition held at Timberline Lodge in Oregon.
River Dogs tournament opens Friday
EPHRATA — The Columbia Basin River Dogs will be looking for their second tournament title of the summer this weekend when they host the North Corner/Desert Dogs Series at Ephrata High School.
Basin Automatic Transmission under new ownership
MOSES LAKE — The new owners of a Moses Lake business don't have many changes planned.
Never-ending saltwater story
Columbia Basin couple opens saltwater aquarium business
State softball heats up Friday
MOSES LAKE — The Washington State Amateur Softball Association (ASA) is holding its 16-and-under state tournaments at the Paul Lauzier Athletic Complex and Larson Field this weekend.
NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT A CLOSED RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD July 17, 2007 at 10:00 am in the Commissioners Hearing Room, Grant County Courthouse, Ephrata, WA regarding a Minor Zone Change application from Kenneth Wentworth to change a 4.69-acre parcel from Rural Residential 1 to Urban Residential 1. Location of proposal is immediately west of County Rd F-NE, Moses Lake in the SE quarter of S 25, T 19 N, R 27 E, W M, (Parcel No. 16-1545-014). Any interested persons may appear regarding these matters.
George H. Yamamoto
A service for Sequim resident George H. Yamamoto will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, July 7, at Faith Baptist Church, 7652 Old Olympic Highway, Sequim.
Luther Roanoke Paulson
Luther Roanoke Paulson, 89, a longtime resident of Moses Lake and World War II Veteran passed away on July 4, 2007, at his home. He was born on the Paulson family farm near Mt. Horeb, Wis., on May 13, 1918, the son of Martin T. Paulson and Susannah E. Engen (Paulson). Luther married Helen Jane Baird on June 5, 1948.
Winslow presents awe, wonder in collages
SOAP LAKE — The next artist to receive the spotlight from the Soap Lake Art Museum intends his work to exhibit a sense of awe toward life.
Ila Mae Barger
Ila Mae Barger, 79, Moses Lake resident, passed away Wednesday, July 4, 2007, at her home.
RoseMarie "Billie" Biggs
RoseMarie "Billie" Biggs was bom May 9, 1929, in Bremerton, Wash., to James and Grace Phillips. She passed away on June 27, 2007, at Providence Everett Medical Center in Everett, at the age of 78.
Edwin Opp
Edwin Opp, 97, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away on Tuesday, July 3, 2007, at LakeRidge Special Care Center.
Walleyes sweep Pasco
PASCO — The Moses Lake Walleyes seemed a little mad coming off Tuesday's sweep at the hands of Richland.
Thursday, July 5
Corvallis continues to weave its spell over Moses Lake
Rogers pitches a dandy, but Moses Lake offense comes up dry again
Othello celebrates under the sun
OTHELLO — Othello's Sun Faire lived up to its name as the temperature hit 98, 14 degrees above average.
Fire District No. 5 reports Fourth of July brush fires
GRANT COUNTY — Grant County Fire District No. 5 responded to reports of small brush fires on the Fourth of July.
McCosh Park fills with patriotism
MOSES LAKE — The colors of red, white and blue filled McCosh Park Wednesday when the public came out to celebrate the Fourth of July in Moses Lake.
Moses Lake sees safe Fourth
MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake Assistant Fire Chief Brett Bastian spent the last 15 Fourth of Julys fighting fireworks-caused fires but this year was different.
Marjorie J. Ebel
Marjorie J. Ebel, 87, a longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away on Sunday morning, July 1, 2007, in Moses Lake.
Babe Ruth teams bash their way into next week's state tournaments
ELLENSBURG — Moses Lake's three Babe Ruth baseball All-Star teams qualified for state tournament competition in their respective age brackets.
George celebrates 50th anniversary of dedication
GEORGE — The town of George celebrated the 50th anniversary of its dedication by mixing a little new in with the old.
Marjorie Coleman
Marjorie Coleman, 85, resident of Sun City, Ariz., and formerly of Moses Lake, passed away Monday, July 2, 2007, in Peoria, Ariz. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m., Wednesday, July 11, at Kayser's Chapel of Memories. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel and Crematory, Moses Lake.
Harold J. Stadshaug
Harold J. Stadshaug, age 84, born July 29, 1922, to George and Berthe Stadshaug in Medicine Hat, Alberta, passed away June 25, 2007, in Port Townsend. He married-Ruth Gaylord in Portland, Ore., June 22, 1946, who survives him at the family home in Port Townsend. He is survived also by his two sons, Harold Jr., of Yakima, Gaylord, of Hana, Maui, Hawaii, daughter Mardee of Port Townsend, two grandchildren, Amy Murray and Andrew Prince, and two step-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers. He attended business college, served in VVWII, attended the University of Washington and was in Title Insurance Business in Moses Lake and Yakima, before entering real estate in 1978. He was active in community affairs in Moses Lake as an Elder and Treasurer of the Presbyterian Church, served on the Planning Commission and City Council before being elected Mayor of Moses Lake, appointed by Gov. Evans to the Traffic Safety Commission, elected President of Washington State Land Title Association and was a member of Rotary and Elks clubs. After moving to Port Townsend in 1986, he joined Windemere Real Estate as Sales Manager and retired in 2002. Memorial service will be held in Port Townsend in August. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to charity of choice. Harold will be remembered as a gentleman of integrity and wit. He enjoyed gardening and golfing.
Ila Barger
Ila Barger, 79, Moses Lake resident, passed away at her home on Wednesday, July 4, 2007. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Monday, July 9, at Kayser's Chapel of Memories with Pastor Deverett Butrick, officiating. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel and Crematory, Moses Lake.
Superior Court of Washington
County of Grant
Tuesday, July 3
Izzetta J. Hulbert
Izzetta J. Hulbert, 86, of Paso Robles, Calif., passed away peacefully on Friday, June 22, 2007, at Danish Care Center, Atascadero, Calif.
Walleyes whack the opposition, win Hermiston Heat tournament
HERMISTON, Ore. — The Moses Lake Walleyes continued their summer of superb baseball last weekend, winning the Hermiston Heat wood bat tournament with a 5-0 record.
Notice of Trustee's Sale
Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq.
Full moon spooks drivers at Ephrata Raceway Park
Stewart takes first place in street stocks feature race
Sun Faire marks Fourth of July in Othello
OTHELLO — Live music, fireworks and games are in store for Othello visitors Wednesday at the annual Sun Faire, hosted in Lions Park on East Pine Street.
Officers needed for Othello events
Community events grow
Ruth Nyda Nelson
Ruth Nyda Nelson, 84, longtime Moses Lake resident went home to be with her Lord and Savior on June 23, 2007, in Boone, N.C., while visiting relatives.
Columbia Basin has Fourth of July hot spots
COLUMBIA BASIN — Three cities in the Columbia Basin are hosting events Wednesday in celebration of the Fourth of July. George is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a giant pie in addition to the Fourth of July. Moses Lake offers fireworks, music and food. Othello offers activities from sunup to sundown.
Moses Lake standoff ends peacefully
Police negotiate surrender
Quincy mining workers strike
46 employees picket Celite Corporation
Marjorie P. Coleman
Marjorie P. Coleman, 86, a former longtime Moses Lake resident passed away on July 2, 2007, in Peoria, Ariz. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel and Crematory, Moses Lake.
Monday, July 2
Presidential primary date changed
MOSES LAKE — Secretary of State Sam Reed visited Moses Lake Friday to discuss the presidential primary.
Natural, manmade art found at Lake Lenore Caves
SOAP LAKE — Soap Lake is known for its artistic offerings, but 8 miles past on state Route 17 there's a unique sight for the eyes.
Audrey Lee McMillen
Audrey Lee McMillen, 77, longtime Poulsbo, Wash., resident, passed away Thursday, June 28, 2007, at Harrison Medical Center in Bremerton, Wash. Graveside funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, July 9, at Sunset Memorial Gardens in Warden with Pastor Floyd Wilks officiating. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory, Moses Lake.
Pirates wrap up second consecutive series sweep
MOSES LAKE — With a 1-0 victory over the Kelowna Falcons Sunday, the Moses Lake Pirates swept their second consecutive series to improve to 12-3 on the season, the best mark in the West Coast Collegiate Baseball League.
Moses Lake Senior Center receives funding
City provides additional $5,000
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY
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Othello considers drug testing for athletes
School district discusses possible policy
Hundreds enjoy Soap Lake Smokiam Days
SOAP LAKE — Under beautiful blue skies, people from around the Columbia Basin gathered to celebrate Smokiam Days in Soap Lake.
SWF seeks coffee baron for jittery future
Do you drink coffee? Great.
Dietzen ends with 84 at amateur headliner
BREMERTON — Moses Lake golfer Jonathan Dietzen shot a final round of 84 Friday and finished well back in the pack at the 81st Washington State Men's Amateur Championship, played at Gold Mountain Golf Club.
Sports
MOSES LAKE — Very little has been able to slow down the Moses Lake Pirates this summer — the Kelowna Falcons can testify to that fact.
Quiet, unassuming columnist suffers brain freeze
The people at a local coffee establishment have to think I'm crazy.
Bragging rights
EPHRATA — Port of Ephrata Manager Mike Wren just wanted to brag.
Leland Dale Mickle
In loving memory of our son, father, brother and friend, Leland was born in Soap Lake on May 26, 1957, and died in Kalispell, Mont., on June 25, 2007.
