Monday, June 30
Laura Elizabeth (Bischoff) Drew
Laura Elizabeth (Bischoff) Drew, age 63, passed away on June 25, 2008, of liver disease. She died quietly at Spokane Hospice, surrounded by her family.
Lorena Oster
Lorena Oster, age 92, was born on March 7, 1916, in Ruff, Wash., to August and Magdalena Giese. She grew up in the Ruff area and attended school through eighth grade.
Man arrested for scrap metal theft
Second man sought
Air festival draws thousands to Moses Lake
Organizers deem event a success
Helping make a new house a home
Over the weekend I helped my sister's family move into their new home.
Holm museum collection sold
Fire truck to remain in Moses Lake
Knights steal series from Pirates in extra innings
MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Pirates (4-10) opened a three game home stand Thursday night against the Corvallis Knights (9-6) at Larson Playfield.
Jose Fedencio Lopez
Jose Fedencio Lopez, 52 years old, from Milwaukee, Ill., passed away at Samaritan Hospital in Moss Lake on June 24.
Center offers activities for kids, teens
For summer events, there's a 'LOFT' to offer
SUPERIOR COURT, GRANT COUNTY,
WASHINGTON
Stolen car, drugs seized in Ephrata
Meth found
Loyd Owen Walraven
Loyd Owen Walraven, 63, passed away Friday, June 27, 2008, at a hospice facility in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Chip aisle gets Weaver's blood boiling
With the exception of my tendency to be a worrywart, I consider myself pretty easy going and mellow.
Friday, June 27
Hands off the cellphone
New law takes effect Tuesday
Group questions coal project
Grant PUD: No decisions made
Grant, Adams HR chapter receives award
Seminars take place in July, August
STATE OF WASHINGTON
GRANT COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT
Pirates split series in Wenatchee
Pirates 4, AppleSox 3
Old Hotel Art Gallery receives $10,000
OTHELLO - The Old Hotel Art Gallery can now complete its Children's Art Education Center.
Ernest Foy Hodo
Ernest Foy Hodo was born Sept. 14, 1938, to Ola Bell and Eddie Hodo in Monahan, Texas, a small town near El Paso. Ernie was the youngest of six children whose father was an oil field worker in the Texas panhandle. Eddie died shortly after Ernie's birth in an industrial accident.
Monte Holm auction starts today
Public viewing draws visitors
Inventive kids finish camp
National program develops problem-solving skills
LaNell Ann Fry
LaNell Ann Fry passed away on Saturday, June 21, 2008.
Thursday, June 26
Moses Lake approves gang ordinance
City declares gangs a nuisance
Second red-light camera being added
Camera to be at Broadway Avenue and Alder Street
Moses Lake has successful audit
Two recommendations made
Aviation festival starts Friday
GRANT COUNTY - Coordinators behind the Grant County Aviation Festival at Grant County International Airport this weekend liked the area so much, they're moving here.
Notice of Trustee's Sale
Pursuant To the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq.
Pirates fall to Wenatchee
AppleSox 7, Pirates 3
Sun Devils hope to continue winning streak
MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Babe Ruth Baseball League 16U Sun Devils are on a five-game winning streak entering the Scarlet Sizzler Tournament this weekend in Yakima, Wash.
High school program deems Moses Lake clean
MOSES LAKE - It's still early, but information gathered during a high school water quality program are indicating a clean lake.
Some tournaments may require crossing Canadian border
Hints when traveling north for sports
Wednesday, June 25
Babe Ruth All Stars prepare for districts
MOSES LAKE - The Babe Ruth Baseball League of Moses Lake 13U All Stars travel to Ellensburg on Thursday to compete in the district playoffs. On the strength of past season play the league has announced the All Stars will receive an automatic berth to attend the State Babe Ruth Baseball League finals, to be held in Ephrata on July 8.
Golfers aim to be the best amateur
State men's amateur championship is in Moses Lake
Edith Maria Witthuhn
Edith Maria Witthuhn was born June 7, 1928, to Rudholph and Anna Konig, in Linz, Austria. In 1956 she met and married Harold P. Witthuhn in Hanover, West Germany after Harold retired from the Army. After living in numerous different towns they came to Moses Lake and decided to make it their home in 1961.
Proposed fiber rates may stall sheriff's project
Grant County reviewing impact of higher rates
Public viewing of Holm auction starts Thursday
Event runs Friday, Saturday
Gertrude Angela Reed Larson
Gertrude Angela Reed Larson passed away peacefully on June 8, 2008.
Manta Rays compete in Spokane Invitational
MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Manta Rays competed at the Spokane Invitational through the weekend of June 20 to 23. The three-day event featured teams from the Inland Empire.
Boatlifts require a permit on Moses Lake
DNR angers residents by charging fees
REQUEST FOR LETTERS OF INTENT TO BID
Letters of intent to bid will be received by Aging & Adult Care of Central Washington (AACCW) for the provision of foot care services (soaking feet, trimming nails, routine corn/callous care, & application of non-prescription lotions) to persons age 60+. Contractor must provide services in each of the following communities: Tonasket, Okanogan, Oroville, Omak, Twisp, Brewster, Grand Coulee, Davenport, Harrington, Wilbur, Sprague, Ritzville/Lind, Othello/Royal City/Warden, Chelan, Leavenworth, East Wenatchee, Desert Aire, Ephrata, Moses Lake, & Quincy.
Tuesday, June 24
'Everything good comes to an end'
El Charro Restaurante closes Wednesday
Ephrata man attends PNGA semifinals
DUPONT - Ephrata duffer John Molitor advanced to the semifinals of the Pacific Northwest Men's Master-40 Amateur Championship.
Othello woman survives stabbing
Boyfriend arrested
Priscilla Marie Boechler
Priscilla Marie Boechler, 53, Moses Lake resident and former longtime Spokane resident, passed away Monday, June 23, 2008, at SunBridge Care & Rehabilitation Center in Moses Lake.
Officials host tele-forum Wednesday
Citizens can dial-in
Ernest F. Hodo
Ernest F. Hodo, 69, of Moses Lake, passed away Friday June 20, 2008, at Providence Hospital in Everett, Wash.
Lois Joy Runyon Thomas
Henry James once said, "Sorrow comes in great waves … but it rolls over us, and though it may almost smother us, it leaves us on the spot and we know that if it is strong we are stronger. In as much as it passes and we will remain."
Quincy port questions state audit findings
State finds district lacks financial reporting controls
Parents raise money for daughter with cancer
Donations benefit former Ephrata resident
Monday, June 23
Robert 'Bob' Quigley
Robert "Bob" Quigley, with his family at his side, went home to his Heavenly Father on June 18, 2008.
Chief deputy finishes FBI training at Quantico
One of 20 in the state sent to academy
Betty M. Bailey
Betty M. Bailey, 78, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Friday, June 20, 2008, at SunBridge Care & Rehabilitation Center in Moses Lake.
Moses Lake Pirates game offers a fun family outing
For the most part, I'm not a sports enthusiast and would rather curl up with a good book in my spare time.
Beatrice Sager
Beatrice Sager, 77, passed away June 12, 2008, at Central Washington Hospital in Wenatchee.
My kingdom for a HoverDesk
There are days when it's awfully hard to work inside.
ERP hosts motocross under the lights
EPHRATA - For the first time in Ephrata Raceway Park's history, motocross riders attacked the woops and berms under the bright lights. Race fans witnessed rooster tails and big air from the more experienced riders Saturday. However, the beginners, some as young as 4 years old, also drew applause from the crowd. Riders on motorcycles and quads from throughout the Columbia Basin took part in dirt spewing action.
Mrs. Moses Lake places high at state
Local women win awards
Austin Wider
Austin Wider, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away on Thursday, June 19 2008, after an extended illness.
Kitsap BlueJackets sweep Pirates
Moses Lake plays Wenatchee on Tuesday
At home in center field
Dane Yelovich beats the odds with each game
Sundial crowd leaves a mark in Soap Lake
Location set to indicate noon
Damage claim filed against Samaritan
Moses Lake man alleges improper care
Friday, June 20
Columbia Basin women compete at pageant
Event is Saturday night
Manuel Juventino DeLaTorre
Manuel Juventino DeLaTorre, 49, lifelong resident of Royal City, passed away Wednesday, June 18, 2008, at Samaritan Hospital in Moses Lake.
Two Moses Lake schools buy portables
Some students to attend Chief Moses instead of Frontier
9-1-1 committee reviews dispatch calls for delays
MOSES LAKE - A committee with Grant County's 9-1-1 center will review how long it took operators to dispatch medical calls over about a year.
Benny Frank Foley Sr.
Benny Frank Foley Sr., 54, Moses Lake resident and former longtime Yakima resident, passed away Wednesday, June 18, 2008, at his home.
Richard 'Rich' E. Richins
Richard "Rich" E. Richins, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away on Monday, June 16, 2008, at Deaconess Hospital in Spokane, surrounded by his family.
Austin A. Wider
Austin A. Wider, 79, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Thursday, June 19, 2008, at SunBridge Care & Rehabilitation Center in Moses Lake.
Pirates beat Bells in second game of road series
Pirates 3
Luella Busse
Luella Busse, a longtime Moses Lake resident passed away peacefully at Holy Family Hospital in Spokane on Wednesday, June 18, 2008.
Moses Lake office receives award
Evergreen Home Loans lauded by rural development program
Japan Airlines is leaving Moses Lake
Company marks 40th anniversary in November
Grant PUD eyes new coal plant
Proposed project could be another energy source
Barbara Ann Meyer
Barbara Meyer died Saturday, June 14, 2008, at Lake Ridge Special Care Center in Moses Lake.
Moses Lake Clinic goes tobacco-free
Organizers report smooth change
Thursday, June 19
Jess Peterson talks cattle, farm bill, origins
Information offered with steak
Three-vehicle pileup
A three-vehicle collision was reported on West Broadway Avenue Wednesday afternoon.
Richard E. Richins
Richard E. Richins, 81, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Monday, June 16, 2008, at Deaconess Medical Center in Spokane.
Quincy to buy land
First offer was rejected
Pirates fall to Bellingham Bells
Bells 4, Pirates 2
Solstice event takes place Saturday morning
Event for Soap Lake sundial
Funding is needed for second Moses Lake crossing
Moses Lake, Grant County address WSTC
Summer camps seek participants
MOSES LAKE - Summer sports camps throughout the Columbia Basin are taking signups this week. The following is a list showing what camps are available and how to sign up.
Grant PUD sets fiber rate hearing for July 7
Increases detailed in proposal
Wednesday, June 18
Possible case of meningitis found in Adams County
Ailing person is from Othello area
Four counties speak about needs
Highway, city interchanges of 'huge' concern in Adams County
More than 60 teens cited for drinking alcohol at large party
Grant County deputies search Moses Lake home
Sibyl MacDonald
Sibyl MacDonald passed away quietly at Columbia Basin Extended Care Facility in Ephrata on June 11, 2008, where she had been cared for by a loving and generous staff.
Anita O. Pope
Anita O. Pope, 84, Moses Lake resident, passed away Monday, June 16, 2008, at LakeRidge Special Care Center in Moses Lake.
Guzman sentenced in rape case
Prevented from contacting victim
Howard Raymond (Doc) Bentley
Howard Raymond (Doc) Bentley was born Feb. 20, 1916, at Eaton Rapids, Mich., and passed away on June 4, 2008, at Moses Lake.
William Elbert 'Al' Bjork
William Elbert "Al" Bjork passed away on June 15, 2008, at the age of 87.
June Henrietta Mitchell
June 25, 1926 - June 13, 2008
NOTICE
File No.: 7037.15363 Grantors: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc. Chase Home Finance LLC Grantee: Susan Baker and John Baker, trustee of the Baker Family Trust Notice of Trustee's Sale Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq. I. On June 27, 2008, at 10:00 a.m. inside the main lobby of the Police Justice Building (Balsam Street Entrance) 401 South Balsam in the City of Moses Lake, State of Washington, the undersigned Trustee (subject to any conditions imposed by the trustee to protect lender and borrower) will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable at time of sale, the following described real property, situated in the County(ies) of Grant, State of Washington: Tax Parcel ID No.: 31-0048-000 Abbreviated Legal: Lot 48, Larson Subdivision, Vol 10, Pgs 71-80 Lot 48, Larson Subdivision, as per plat recorded in Volume 10 of Plats, pages 71 thru 80, records of Grant County, Washington. Commonly known as: 403 & 405 OFFUTT DR MOSES LAKE, WA 98837 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 04/25/03, recorded on 05/01/03, under Auditor's File No. 1124144, records of Grant County, Washington, from John K. Baker and Susan T. Baker, husband and wife, as Grantor, to First American Title Insurance Company, as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. solely as nominee for Sterling Capital Mortgage Company, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned by Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. to Chase Home Finance LLC, under an Assignment/Successive Assignments recorded under Auditor's File No. 1232440. 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 Grantor's or Borrower's default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust. III. The Beneficiary alleges default of the Deed of Trust for failure to pay the following amounts now in arrears and/or other defaults: Amount due to reinstate by 03/26/2008 Monthly Payments $8,506.18 Late Charges $340.26 Lender's Fees & Costs $628.00 Total Arrearage $9,474.44 Trustee's Expenses (Itemization) Trustee's Fee $652.50 Title Report $647.40 Statutory Mailings $90.00 Recording Costs $116.00 Postings $115.00 Sale Costs $0.00 Total Costs $1,620.90 Total Amount Due: $11,095.34 Other potential defaults do not involve payment to the Beneficiary. If applicable, each of these defaults must also be cured. Listed below are categories of common defaults which do not involve payment of money to the Beneficiary. Opposite each such listed default is a brief description of the action/documentation necessary to cure the default. The list does not exhaust all possible other defaults; any defaults identified by Beneficiary or Trustee that are not listed below must also be cured. OTHER DEFAULT ACTION NECESSARY TO CURE Nonpayment of Taxes/Assessments Deliver to Trustee written proof that all taxes and assessments against the property are paid current Default under any senior lien Deliver to Trustee written proof that all senior liens are paid current and that no other defaults exist Failure to insure property against hazard Deliver to Trustee written proof that the property is insured against hazard as required by the Deed of Trust Waste Cease and desist from committing waste, repair all damage to property and maintain property as required in Deed of Trust Unauthorized sale of property (Due on Sale) Revert title to permitted vestee IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: Principal Balance of $126,784.31, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument secured from 07/01/07, 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 June 27, 2008. The default(s) referred to in paragraph III, together with any subsequent payments, late charges, advances costs and fees thereafter due, must be cured by 06/16/08 (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 the close of the Trustee's business on 06/16/08 (11 days before the sale date), the default(s) as set forth in paragraph III, together with any subsequent payments, late charges, advances, costs and fees thereafter due, is/are cured and the Trustee's fees and costs are paid. The sale may be terminated any time after 06/16/08 (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 balance of 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. VI. A written notice of default was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following address(es): NAME AND ADDRESS JOHN K. BAKER 403 OFFUTT DR MOSES LAKE, WA 98837 JOHN K. BAKER 405 OFFUTT DR MOSES LAKE, WA 98837 SUSAN T. BAKER 403 OFFUTT DR MOSES LAKE, WA 98837 SUSAN T. BAKER 405 OFFUTT DR MOSES LAKE, WA 98837 JOHN K. BAKER, TRUSTEE BAKER FAMILY TRUST P.O. BOX 99 FOX ISLAND, WA 98333 SUSAN T. BAKER, TRUSTEE BAKER FAMILY TRUST P.O. BOX 99 FOX ISLAND, WA 98333 by both first class and either certified mail, return receipt requested, or registered mail on 02/19/08, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and on 02/19/08 Grantor and Borrower were personally served with said written notice of default or the written notice of default was posted on 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 foreclosure costs and trustee's 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 right, title and 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 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. The trustee's rules of auction may be accessed at
Moses Lake man arrested for prowls
Ephrata police seek second suspect
Trackster gains national recognition
CHICAGO - Othello student athlete Courtney Kirkwood has been honored as one of the nation's top high school athletes by Rise Magazine and Gatorade.
Tuesday, June 17
Fire damages Quincy apartments
Red Cross accepting donations for families
WSTC leaders discuss road funding
Without new revenue, tolling projects stand to be only successes
Coaches prepare for RiverDogs baseball camp
EPHRATA - Washington State Baseball Hall of Fame Coach Dave Johnson is the featured coach for the 2008 RiverDogs Baseball Camp.
Summer Criterium will test endurance
EPHRATA - Vicious Cycle's Summer Criterium Series kicks off its month of summer cycling Tuesday, July 1.
BEFORE THE HONORABLE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON
Zombies led me to vampires
Lily Bat says my brain would taste good with ketchup.
All aboard the Spirit of Washington
GRANT COUNTY - Area transportation leaders and decision makers got to see the need for improved rail in Moses Lake by riding aboard existing railroad track.
William E. 'Al' Bjork
William E. "Al" Bjork, 87, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Sunday, June 15, 2008, at Samaritan Hospital.
Marlin Hutterite teacher named best in state
Edwards learned to read at 35, attended college at 46
Traffic dispute leads to assault
Suspects reportedly followed victims to business
Monday, June 16
Pirates lose opening series 2-1
Moses Lake beat Spokane RiverHawks in final game
HiRidaz entertain at motorcycle rally
MOSES LAKE - Wheelies, stoppies, cyclones, burn outs and walking the dog - exciting names for heart-stopping stunts brave young men perform in the extreme motor sport known as Stunting.
Hailee Nicole Martinez
Hailee Nicole was born Feb. 4, 2004, to Eduardo and Jennifer Martinez in Moses Lake. She lived in Moses Lake the first part of her life, then moved all over Washington. First Pasco, then Spokane, with a brief stay in Seattle for medical treatment, then finally in Spokane.
Hundreds turn out for Sage-N-Sun
EPHRATA - Ephrata's Sage-N-Sun Festival was attended by several hundred people Saturday and featured plenty of sun.
Margeson, Fought, White win at Ephrata Raceway Park
EPHRATA - WMRA point leader Evan Margeson won the 35-lap feature at Ephrata Raceway Park during the Sage 'N Sun Festival annual race. Also picking up wins were Dallas White in the Kim Janke State Farm Agent Youth Hornet divsion and Mike Fought in the 360 Sprint Cars.
'Call me at 509-765-4561, ext. 107'
My gosh, do I hate having to leave a message on an answering machine.
Alvina (Schmidt-Jeske) Lodoen
On May 31, 2008, our beloved mother went to be with her family in heaven.
Zombies led me to vampires
Lily Bat says my brain would taste good with ketchup.
Man crashes into police department gate
MOSES LAKE - A man reportedly crashed into a security gate at the police department intentionally Thursday night.
Families visit Living Museum
EPHRATA - The Living Museum offered education and fun side by side Saturday at the Grant County Historical Museum.
Gang fight reported near Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE - A 17-year-old boy was allegedly struck in the face Thursday night with a broken beer bottle during a possible gang fight near Moses Lake.
NOTICE: ANNOUNCEMENT OF AVAILABILITY OF APPLICATION FOR MODIFICATION
PERMIT NO.: ST-8102
William Elbert Bjork
William Elbert Bjork, 87, longtime Moses Lake resident passed away Sunday, June 15, 2008, at Samaritan Hospital.
Selma Katherine Egli Hayes
After a long and courageous battle with cancer Selma Katherine Egli Hayes died peacefully on June 8, 2008.
9-1-1 center seeks land for new site
New radio site for Moses Lake also part of land plan
Truck distributes produce, perishables
Event helps residents struggling in economy
Friday, June 13
Moses Lake fire burns less than one acre
Cause undetermined
Helen Ann Mize
Helen, "Mimi," our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend passed away exactly as she wished … peacefully, with the love of her life, husband Woody, by her side. She lived 88 years and made her heavenly journey to God on June 9, 2008.
STATE OF WASHINGTON
GRANT COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT
Vietnam wall honors those who died
On display through Sunday
Julie Ann Wilks Pollard
Julie Ann Wilks Pollard passed away June 10, 2008, after bravely battling lung cancer for more than two years.
Ola Mae Gurtler
Ola Mae Gurtner, 89, of Idaho Falls, passed away on Thursday, May 22, 2008. She was born to Charles Edgar Garrett and Martha Elizabeth Sherrill in Salado, Ark., on Jan. 29, 1919.
Transportation leaders meet at BBCC
Commission rides dinner train Monday
New tanning salon aims for quality
Forbidden Tan goal is to have a thousand swimsuits
SHERIFF: Patrol car impact killed man
Deputy recovering from incident
New measles case reported
Exposure site identified
Pirates finish preseason undefeated
Pirates 5, Athletics 1
Thursday, June 12
Speakers cover work release programs
J.O.B.S. Project meets Friday morning
WCCBL opens fourth season today
Pirates to host Spokane RiverHawks Friday
Pirates continue winning streak
Pirates 8, Athletics 1
Anita Leslie (Brooks) Kimble
Anita Leslie (Brooks) Kimble, 84, longtime Warden resident, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday June 9 at her daughter's home in Warden.
Moses Lake Sun Devils win Titan Invitational
SPOKANE - The Moses Lake 16U Sun Devils placed first in the Titan Invitational, a tournament featuring the top hardball teams in eastern Washington.
Louella M. Brooks
Louella M. Brooks, known to family and friends as "Sis" was called to heaven on June 4, 2008. God must've needed a helper suddenly, as she passed swiftly, surrounded by loved ones.
Notice of Trustee's Sale
Pursuant To the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq.
Truck provides relief to Moses Lake hungry
Families in need to receive produce, perishables
Moses Lake man arrested after vehicle pursuit
Man attempts to strike deputies with stolen vehicle
Efrain 'Chira' Rodriguez
Efrain Rodriguez, 55, born Sept. 24, 1952, of Milwaukee, Wisc., passed away Sunday, June 1, 2008. He was born and raised in Crystal City, Texas.
Moses Lake Parks and Rec to host summer camps
MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Parks and Recreation Department is taking sign ups for various summer sports camps.
Seahawks' Blue Tour heads to Kennewick
TRI-CITIES - The Seattle Seahawks' second annual Blue Tour will make a central Washington appearance this weekend in Kennewick.
The Vietnam Memorial Wall is here
MOSES LAKE - The traveling Vietnam memorial wall is at the Grant County Fairgrounds.
Janis Marie Carvo
Janis Marie Carvo passed away in the comfort of her home on June 11, 2008, at the age of 58. She was born in Yakima on Feb. 14, 1950.
Wednesday, June 11
Othello moves forward with housing needs
Real estate analyst located for study
Historical society sorts out elections
New board member appointed
NOTICE
File No.: 7443.20064 Grantors: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc. Allied Home Mortgage Corp. Grantee: Chris Jorgenson and Glenda Jorgenson, husband and wife Notice of Trustee's Sale Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq. I. On July 18, 2008, at 10:00 a.m. inside the main lobby of the Police Justice Building (Balsam Street Entrance) 401 South Balsam in the City of Moses Lake, State of Washington, the undersigned Trustee (subject to any conditions imposed by the trustee to protect lender and borrower) will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable at time of sale, the following described real property, situated in the County(ies) of Grant, State of Washington: Tax Parcel ID No.: 08-1401-000 Lot 12, Block 23, Lakeview Park, according to the plat thereof recorded in Volume 3 of Plats, page 6, records of Grant County, Washington. Commonly known as: 19461 Lakeview Place Northwest Soap Lake, WA 98851 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 04/16/01, recorded on 04/18/01, under Auditor's File No. 1081650, records of Grant County, Washington, from Chris Jorgenson and Glenda Jorgenson, husband and wife, as Grantor, to Chicago Title Insurance Company, as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of Allied Mortgage Capital Corporation, as Beneficiary. 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 Grantor's or Borrower's default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust. III. The Beneficiary alleges default of the Deed of Trust for failure to pay the following amounts now in arrears and/or other defaults: Amount due to reinstate by 04/11/2008 Monthly Payments $7,853.28 Late Charges $197.87 Lender's Fees & Costs $5,583.50 Total Arrearage $13,634.65 Trustee's Expenses (Itemization) Trustee's Fee $675.00 Title Report $0.00 Statutory Mailings $114.00 Recording Costs $146.00 Postings $175.00 Sale Costs $0.00 Total Costs $1,110.00 Total Amount Due: $14,744.65 Other potential defaults do not involve payment to the Beneficiary. If applicable, each of these defaults must also be cured. Listed below are categories of common defaults which do not involve payment of money to the Beneficiary. Opposite each such listed default is a brief description of the action/documentation necessary to cure the default. The list does not exhaust all possible other defaults; any defaults identified by Beneficiary or Trustee that are not listed below must also be cured. OTHER DEFAULT ACTION NECESSARY TO CURE Nonpayment of Taxes/Assessments Deliver to Trustee written proof that all taxes and assessments against the property are paid current Default under any senior lien Deliver to Trustee written proof that all senior liens are paid current and that no other defaults exist Failure to insure property against hazard Deliver to Trustee written proof that the property is insured against hazard as required by the Deed of Trust Waste Cease and desist from committing waste, repair all damage to property and maintain property as required in Deed of Trust Unauthorized sale of property (Due on Sale) Revert title to permitted vestee IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: Principal Balance of $13,366.89, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument secured from 04/01/04, 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 July 18, 2008. The default(s) referred to in paragraph III, together with any subsequent payments, late charges, advances costs and fees thereafter due, must be cured by 07/07/08 (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 the close of the Trustee's business on 07/07/08 (11 days before the sale date), the default(s) as set forth in paragraph III, together with any subsequent payments, late charges, advances, costs and fees thereafter due, is/are cured and the Trustee's fees and costs are paid. The sale may be terminated any time after 07/07/08 (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 balance of 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. VI. A written notice of default was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following address(es): NAME AND ADDRESS Chris Jorgenson 19461 Lakeview Place Northwest Soap Lake, WA 98851 Glenda Jorgenson 19461 Lakeview Place Northwest Soap Lake, WA 98851 Larry L. Tracy, Attorney at Law P.O. Box 1339 Moses Lake, WA 98837 by both first class and either certified mail, return receipt requested, or registered mail on 03/22/07, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and on 03/23/07 Grantor and Borrower were personally served with said written notice of default or the written notice of default was posted on 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 foreclosure costs and trustee's 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 right, title and 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 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. The trustee's rules of auction may be accessed at
Moses Lake Pirates remain undefeated
Pirates 13, Athletics 1
NASA unveils lunar equipment at Moses Lake Sand Dunes
Equipment testing to conclude Friday
Man shoots his third hole in one at Moses Pointe
MOSES LAKE - Duffer Roger Erdman of Moses Lake scored the third hole in one in his life on Sunday.
The Vietnam memorial wall is here
Opening ceremony is Thursday, 1 p.m.
Twin Peaks
Two sets of twins graduate at top of class
Youth parade kicks off Ephrata festival
Sage-N-Sun celebrates 99th year
Tuesday, June 10
Adams County deputy's vehicle strikes, kills man
Othello man dead
NOTICE
To accommodate The Motor Cycle demonstrations for the Veterans Tribute Rally June 12th to the 15th A portion of Airway Drive will be partially close on the following days and hours.
NTSB: Holloway's plane lost control
Autopsy completed in fatal aircraft accident
Details released on Ephrata glider accident
Investigation continues
Flower power
Longtime Moses Lake resident waters downtown planters
Salmonella outbreak impacts restaurants
Some stop serving tomatoes
Monday, June 9
Monster Jam invades Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE - The high-flying, car-crushing, heart-pounding 1,400-horsepower "Monster Jam" monster trucks took over the Grant County Fairgrounds Rodeo Arena on Saturday night.
NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT A CLOSED RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD June 23, 2008 at 1:30 pm in the Commissioners Hearing Room, Grant County Courthouse, Ephrata, WA regarding a Reasonable Use Exception application from Patricia Mitchell to allow the development of a single-family dwelling on a 2.50-acre parcel in the Rural Residential 1 Zone. The existing parcel does not meet the current density requirements of 1 dwelling unit per 5 acres.
Filing period ends
Candidates for office are declared
Attorney selected to supervise juvenile, district court public defenders
EPHRATA - Moses Lake attorney Brett Hill was selected to supervise Grant County's juvenile and district court public defense attorneys.
State considers appeal in death of ironworker in Quincy
Judge upholds one state finding, but vacates three others
Thomas William Boyce
Thomas William Boyce, 57, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Friday, June 6, 2008, at Central Washington Hospital in Wenatchee.
Gas guzzlage leaves Weaver worried
Sheesh, it's getting so that my new favorite weekend pastime is sitting in the middle of my apartment and trying not to breathe for fear of spending money.
Many lead but only five win at Ephrata Raceway Park
EPHRATA - On a night where 30-mph winds blew across the racetrack, it was the number of lap leaders on the five-class card that impressed race fans at Ephrata Raceway Park Saturday.
Man on the dunes
NASA tests a prototype of a one-ton lunar truck called the Chariot Friday at the Grant County ORV Park.
Moses Lake youth wins big at Special Olympics
MOSES LAKE - A Moses Lake youth exceeded her mother's expectations when she took home several medals at the Special Olympics state competition earlier this month at Fort Lewis, Wash.
Pirates sweep Cardinals in opening series
MOSES LAKE - The 2007 WCCBL League Champion Moses Lake Pirates kicked off their season by sweeping the Cardinals of Tacoma in a three game opening series. It was a beautiful weekend for baseball for both the fans and the players as they started preseason play.
Indiana Jones and the Lost Art of Movie Reviews
I'm old enough to have seen each Indiana Jones movie in the theater on opening days.
Dr. David W. Bridgeman
Dr. David W. Bridgeman, chiropractor, age 82, of Mt. Baldy, Oliver, British Columbia, passed away on May 31, 2008, in the South Okanogan General Hospital.
Moses Lake graduates embrace future
MOSES LAKE - Smiles, hugs and hollers set the tone of graduation for Moses Lake High School's class of 2008.
Viola Mary Woolley
Viola Mary Woolley, 100, Moses Lake resident, passed away Sunday, June 8, 2008, at LakeRidge Special Care Center in Moses Lake.
Sunday, June 8
Walgreens preps site for construction
Moses Lake store to open January 2009
Friday, June 6
Pearl Christine Anne Monaghan-Barnhardt
Pearl Christine Anne Monaghan-Barnhardt, 93, Moses Lake resident, passed away at Samaritan Hospital on Tuesday, June 3, 2008, with her loving family by her side.
Truly a family winery
Longtime regional family opens Dry Falls Cellars in Moses Lake
Stanley Claire Sainsbury
Stanley Claire Sainsbury, 86, of Sunnyside, passed away June 1, 2008, in Yakima.
Alvina Lodoen
Alvina Lodoen, 88, longtime Moses Lake resident, died Saturday, May 31, 2008, in Sunbridge Care and Rehab Center in Moses Lake.
Ephrata man speaks before Senate on oil speculation, gas
Billionaire, Ephrata business owner candid on prices
STATE OF WASHINGTON
GRANT COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT
Stick and ball rules Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE - Stick and ball take over Moses Lake this weekend.
Hastings seeks funding for Grant County schools
COLUMBIA BASIN - Congressman Doc Hastings, R-4th district, said Wednesday he will not support a proposed spending program for schools until the federal government fully funds an existing program.
New water truck used for Ephrata fire
One-acre fire accidental
Ephrata schools offer free meals in summer
Meals start June 16
Walgreens preps site for construction
Moses Lake store to open January 2009
Thursday, June 5
Moses Lake names top graduates
Ceremony is Friday
Pirates prepare for game at first practice
MOSES LAKE - The crack of the bat, the slap of leather and the excited chatter of a young team coming together in their first practice were what the players of this year's Moses Lake Pirates experienced on Wednesday as they prepared for their home opener against the Cardinals of Tacoma.
Odessa wins Wells Fargo Scholastic Cup
RENTON - The Washington Interscholastic Activities Association has presented its most prestigious award for the 2007-08 school year to six schools in the state of Washington. The Wells Fargo Scholastic Cup is a year-long program designed by the WIAA and awarded to the top school in each of the six WIAA classifications.
Archaeologist's autopsy completed
MOSES LAKE - A Grant County PUD senior archeologist who was found dead on a hiking trail near Beverly died of a heart attack, the Grant County Sheriff's Office said Tuesday.
Grant PUD details Internet rate increases
Proposal not yet approved
Moses Lake man is Republican delegate
Ephrata attorney to serve as alternate
Pearl C. Barnhardt
Pearl C. Barnhardt, 93, Moses Lake resident, passed away Tuesday, June 3, 2008, at Samaritan Hospital.
Notice of Trustee's Sale
Pursuant To the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq.
Robert (Bob) W. Holloway
1931-2008
Gary W. Pool
Gary W. Pool, of Lancaster, Calif., passed away May 12, 2008. He was 66.
Quincy schools talk about enrichment
Programs funded by recent levy
Wednesday, June 4
Harold Don Unland Jr.
Harold Don Unland Jr. of Henderson, Nev., passed from this life on Tuesday, May 20, 2008.
Moses Lake senior center short of funding
Nutrition program in greatest need
Riverhawks fall to Stateline in final game of the season
Miners 13 Riverhawks 12
Future fuels
Environmental consultant addresses energy sustainability
Pirates prepare for opening night
Team hosts Cardinals Friday at 7:30 p.m. at Larson Playfield
Othello citizens want more housing
People work in Othello and live elsewhere
Tamara Earl
Tamara "Tami" Earl, of Moses Lake, passed away Monday, June 2, 2008, at the age of 58.
Robert 'Bob' Holloway
Robert "Bob" Holloway, 76, longtime Ephrata resident, passed away Saturday, May 31, 2008.
American Quarter Horse show set in Moses Lake
Grant County Fairgrounds 'stepping up' to house free event
Chiefs win annual sports award
MOSES LAKE - The Columbia Basin League has announced Moses Lake student athletes Ben Nye and Reilly Hourigan have received a spring National Electrical Contractors Association and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers award in recognition of their play on the tennis courts.
Clyde E. Henderson
Clyde E. Henderson, 93, passed away in his home on May 31, 2008.
REQUEST FOR LETTERS OF INTENT TO BID
Letters of intent to bid will be received by Aging & Adult Care of Central Washington (AACCW) for the provision of personal emergency response services (PERS) to persons authorized by AACCW. PERS is an electronic device whereby an individual can secure help in an emergency. The device is connected to the individual's phone & programmed to signal a staffed response center. Service areas include Adams, Chelan, Douglas, Grant, Lincoln & Okanogan Counties. Initial contract will be 1/1/2009-12/31/2009. AACCW option to renew up to 3 additional 1-year periods.
Pearl Barnhardt
Pearl Barnhardt, 93, Moses Lake resident, passed away Tuesday, June 3, 2008, at Samaritan Hospital in Moses Lake.
Grant PUD studying 6 percent rate increase
Proposal indicates increases could begin in 2009
Dr. Harvey S. 'Pete' Rice
Dr. Harvey S. "Pete" Rice, archaeologist, passed away while hiking in the outdoors he loved near Beverly, Wash., on May 30, 2008. He was 73.
Tuesday, June 3
Meetings Wednesday are to benefit veterans
Various resources made available
Economist: Grant County 'healthy, growing'
GRANT COUNTY - An area regional labor economist is reporting a "healthy and growing" economy in Grant County based on April employment numbers.
NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT A CLOSED RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD June 23, 2008 at 1:30 pm in the Commissioners Hearing Room, Grant County Courthouse, Ephrata, WA regarding a Reasonable Use Exception application from Patricia Mitchell to allow the development of a single-family dwelling on a 2.50-acre parcel in the Rural Residential 1 Zone. The existing parcel does not meet the current density requirements of 1 dwelling unit per 5 acres.
Juvencio P. Hernandez
Juvencio P. Hernandez, 89, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Sunday, June 1, 2008, at Samaritan Hospital.
Race fans to get double dose of action
EPHRATA - Fans attending the races this Saturday at Ephrata Raceway Park are expected to get a double dose of action.
Bob Holloway dead at 76
BBCC contributor dies in plane crash
Grant PUD archaeologist found dead on Monday
BEVERLY - A man found dead on Saturday while apparently hiking near the train trestle in Beverly was a Grant County PUD senior archaeologist, the utility confirmed Monday.
The man behind the poster
Ephrata resident volunteers for Basin Summer Sounds signs
Monday, June 2
City considers requiring vehicle dealers to own lots
Ordinance tabled for further review
Jesse Daniel
Jesse Daniel was born Jan. 28, 1924, in Green County, Ga., to Steve and Martha Daniel. He was the second child of five children. Jesse and his family were sharecroppers for many years. During that time he attended school and completed the sixth grade.
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS
PENINSULA DRIVE RECONSTRUCTION - 2008
Educator receives farming systems grant
COLUMBIA BASIN - Andy McGuire shows farmers how they can farm their land with less energy and still yield a healthy crop.
Bart Hector spins, wins at Ephrata Raceway Park
EPHRATA - Eventually Bart Hector will get his due as one of the finest drivers to ever grace the central Washington short tracks. Certainly the legend grew Saturday night at Ephrata Raceway Park, as Hector survived a second lap spin that sent him all the way to the back of the sixteen car field and came back to win the 50 lap Pepsi Street Stock main event.
Don't let the cat out of the house
People think I am strange because I take my two Siamese cats, Sasha and Anya, for walks in the park.
Hope walkers
Relay For Life commemorates 20th year
Warden postmaster retires
Erichsen intends to 'let world go by' for a while
Betty L. Mitchell
Betty L. Mitchell, 87, Moses Lake resident, passed away Wednesday, May 28, 2008, at SunBridge Care & Rehabilitation Center in Moses Lake.
Citizens voice concerns with REC annexation
Neighbors worry about chemical releases
Step made in support for Odessa aquifer
Ecology releases draft impact statement
Juvencio P. Hernandez
Juvencio P. Hernandez, 89, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Sunday, June 1, 2008, at Samaritan Hospital.
Plane crash claims one life
Representatives of the Grant County Sheriff's Office and the Grant County Coroner's office tend to the site of a small aircraft crash in a field near Road L N.E., and Road L.2, Saturday morning.
Return to bachelor pad can be scary after time off
There are certain things I just have to do when I get back to Moses Lake after spending a little time away.
