Friday, May 30
Ephrata Raceway Park set for races
Schedule subject to change
Farm worker found dead in Mattawa canal
Man shot to death
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY
JUVENILE DEPARTMENT
New owners take Soap Lake RV resort public
Joneses open park year-round
Election filing begins Monday
Several positions available for election
Face to face with a Stotan
Young adult author spends day at secondary school
'Productive weekend' for the Sun Devils
MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Sun Devils, a U16 Junior Legion team, started out their season with a 1-3 record as they hosted the Sun Devils Classic Wood Bat tournament last weekend.
Ephrata resident named gourmet food team leader
EPHRATA - Ephrata resident Sheila Massey, an independent consultant with Tastefully Simple Inc., is now a team leader with the national direct seller of gourmet foods.
ACLU mulls appeal in Grant County public defender settlement
Judge ruled in Grant County's favor
Rebels beat Pendleton 15-0
The Moses Lake Rebels, a U11 select team, have completed their 2008 season on a winning note as they dominated the number one seed Pendleton 15-0 in the Pendleton Classic. Leading up to the win this season the team completed three tournaments and three doubleheaders while playing in conditions ranging from snowstorms in March to 90-degree heat in May.
Knodell announces candidacy for judge
Retiring judge creates opening
Ex-Greenpeace president discusses future energy
COLUMBIA BASIN - Environmental consultant Patrick Moore delivers the first of two free, regional community presentations Tuesday in Moses Lake.
Thursday, May 29
Final phase of Lions Field approved by district
MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake School District Board of Directors voted to start the third phase of the Lions Field project.
Monte Holm family preps museum for auction
Grandson: Holm was 'very clear'
Rivercats win Rebel Yell Tourney
YAKIMA - The Moses Lake Rivercats, a U12 baseball team, won the first annual Rebel Yell Tournament in Yakima May 2-4.
PUBLIC NOTICE
The June meeting of the Noxious Weed Control Board of Grant County will be held Monday, June 2, 2008, at 7:00 p.m., at the Bureau of Reclamation Building, 32 "C" Street N.W., Room 321, Ephrata, Washington.
Daryl Duane Buchmann
A memorial service for longtime Moses Lake resident Daryl Duane Buchmann, who passed away in Forks, Wash., on May 3, will be held on Saturday, May 31, at Grace Lutheran Church, 303 E. Nelson Rd., in Moses Lake.
CB United 95 soccer takes second
POULSBO - CB United 95 Navy, a girls U13 team from the Columbia Basin United soccer club, competed in the 24th annual Viking Cup Tournament over Memorial Day weekend bringing home the runner-up title.
BMX riders support Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
MOSES LAKE - More than 300 BMX riders from Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Canada took to the track in the American Bicycle Association's "Race for Life" to benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
Friends of library put on book sale 'experiment'
Move helps group keep up with used book flow
Arrests made in Ephrata for scrap metal thefts
EPHRATA - Two men and a woman were arrested this week after allegedly stealing aluminum, scrap metal and cut wire from an Ephrata wrecking yard.
New rail authority 'spurs' development
OLYMPIA - Rehabilitation of a Columbia Basin rail line can proceed now that a governing entity was formed.
Wednesday, May 28
Royal City teacher finalist for award
Efforts recognized for bringing biotechnology to the classroom
Joanna S. Schlagel
Joanna S. Schlagel passed away May 26, 2008, at Deaconess Medical Center, Spokane, with her loving family by her side.
Student athletes vie for state titles
After a weekend of state competitions, local student athletes return to school with medals and awards.
18th measles case confirmed
New cases are close contacts of previous cases
Royal City prepares for fun run
Now taking applications
Five jailed in Gorge drug raid
Drugs, cash seized in amphitheater area
Big Nine recognizes Moses Lake baseball
MOSES LAKE - 2008 4A Big Nine All Conference Nominations were recently announced and six players from the Moses Lake Chiefs baseball team were honored for their on-field play this season.
Othello High School to host camps
OTHELLO - Collegiate (folkstyle) wrestling tournaments are getting underway in Othello in early June.
Man hospitalized from wreck at sand dunes
Eight crashes during Memorial Day weekend
Royal City teacher helped with NASA lander project
ROYAL CITY - Two teachers in the Royal City School District helped with NASA's Phoenix Mars Lander project by acting as ambassadors for the state of Washington.
NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT A CLOSED RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD June 16, 2008 at 3:00 pm in the Commissioners Hearing Room, Grant County Courthouse, Ephrata, WA regarding a Minor Zone Change and SEPA Review application for Avila Land, LLC to change one parcel totaling approx. 163-acres from Agriculture to Rural Residential 1. The subject property is Farm Unit 161 Block 40 and lies north of the City of Moses Lake on the east side of Rd K-NE, just north of Rd 6-NE; and is a portion of S 36, T 20 N, R 28 E, W M (Parcel no. 19-0328-000).
Tuesday, May 27
Donald 'Don' LeRoy Calhoun
Donald Leroy Calhoun, 74, a longtime Moses Lake resident passed away at Swedish Hospital in Seattle on May 23, 2008. Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 31, at Kayser's Chapel of Memories. There will be a reception celebrating his life directly following the service at Michael's on the Lake.
Locals dominate at Spud Cup
EPHRATA - It was a great night to be from Quincy if you were racing in the 2008 Spud Cup Northwest Outlaw Street Stock race at Ephrata Raceway Park Saturday. Quincy's Michael Knutson sped around Spanaway's Kevin Carver on the 52nd lap and then pulled away for his first NWOSS win and the 2008 Spud Cup trophy. Quincy driver Mitch Kleyn was second and Kevin Carver was third.
Elaine Violet Bjorklund
Elaine Violet Bjorklund, 81, longtime Moses Lake resident passed away Sunday, May 25, 2008, at her home.
Spring festival pleases all ages
MOSES LAKE - The community turned out to participate in a variety of activities during the 2008 Moses Lake Spring Festival.
Casper Ditzel
Casper Ditzel, 86, Moses Lake resident and formerly of Sequim, Wash., passed away Monday, May 26, 2008, at his home.
First duathlon attracts adults, children of all ages
MOSES LAKE - More than 300 hearty souls took to the streets on Saturday as part of Spring Fair's first-ever duathlon.
Chalk rabbit met Third Avenue need for bunny
What can I say? I'm a slave to my inspiration.
Royal City discusses farmers market
Meeting tonight begins at 7:30 p.m.
Community honors the fallen on Memorial Day
MOSES LAKE - While many enjoyed the three-day weekend, participating in barbecues or the Spring Festival, many in the Columbia Basin paused to recognize Memorial Day.
Lady Huskies bring home championship title
SELAH - The Othello Lady Huskies ended their near perfect season on Saturday as they were crowned WIAA 2A Girls Fastpitch Softball Champions.
Potato king J.R. Simplot dead at 99
Namesake for plants in Othello, Moses Lake
Ice take tourney championship
SELAH - In its second tournament outing of the year, the CB Ice went 5-1 at the Selah Black and Blue tournament winning the Blue Division Championship May 17.
PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE
The QUADCO RTPO will hold its next meeting June 13, 2008 - 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon at Grant County Public Works, 124 Enterprise St. Ephrata WA. The Council will hear Selection Committee funding recommendation for SFY 09 UPWP Project Applications received under the Call for Projects. The Public is invited to attend. For more information call Lincoln County Dept. of Public Works (509) 725-7041.
Aktion club donates books to library
Children encouraged to read 'lots' for summer program
Friday, May 23
Students learn Memorial Day importance
MOSES LAKE - The importance of Memorial Day could be felt across the room as three cadets marched down an aisle carrying the American flag.
Motorized surfboards rev up for full production
Grand opening scheduled for June 14-15
Pirates to start play, seek homes for the season
MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Pirates will kick off their 2008 baseball season under the helm of new head coach Trevor Brown on June 6.
STATE OF WASHINGTON
GRANT COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT
Quincy buys water rights
City is under their water allotment
Vision 2020 discusses downtown façades
Group wants to improve downtown appeal
Student athletes advance to state competitions
The who, what, when and where at a glance
Columbia Basin memorial services
Takes place Monday
Ephrata alumna is horsemanship champion
Errolynne Franck was named the 2008 National Grand Champion of Advanced Western Horsemanship at the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association's National Championship Horse Show held May 8-11 in Burbank, Calif.
Grant Co. Fire District No. 5 addresses audit
Audit letter sent to media a year late
Ruth Ann Manor
Ruth Ann Manor, age 101, a longtime Moses Lake resident passed away Sunday, May 18, 2008, at her home surrounded by her loved ones.
Thursday, May 22
Quincy buys land from councilmember
Purchased for future expansion
Lyle R. 'Bud' Raugust
Lyle R. 'Bud' Raugust, 70, a longtime resident of Moses Lake, Wash., passed away on Monday, April 7, 2008, at his home.
Notice of Trustee's Sale
Pursuant To the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq.
Wreck reportedly triggers haystack fire
Driver appeared 'conscious and alert,' patrol says
BMX riders prepare to 'Race for Life'
MOSES LAKE - Over 300 top BMX riders from Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Canada will race into Moses Lake this weekend to compete in the American Bicycle Association's "Race for Life," an event to benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
Richard Keith Crowder
Richard "Rick" Crowder died peacefully on May 5, 2008, at Evergreen Hospice in Kirkland, Wash., with his wife and mother at his side.
WSU president visits Warden High School
Students hear inspiring words
Missing Ephrata boy found alive by rescue team
Crews searched for hours, found boy by airplane
Moses Lake temporarily stops kiosk project
Hole in Sinkiuse Square left open
Teams to play in 'Wood Bat Classic'
MOSES LAKE - The crack of the wooden bat, a sound seldom heard on ball fields today will be the dominate sound heard as 16U Babe Ruth players take to the field in Memorial Day weekend's "Legion Sun Devils Wood Bat Classic."
Moses Lake wrestler wins championship
SEDRO WOLLEY - Star Moses Lake wrestler Cody Hoiness recently traveled to Sedro Wolley to compete in the Freesyle Wrestling Championship.
Wednesday, May 21
Columbia Basin League names 4A all-conference softball team
Chiefs' Shayla May named the year's MVP
Reba Maxine Tomlin
Reba Maxine Tomlin 79, longtime Colusa, Calif., resident, passed away early Monday morning on May 19, 2008.
Warden firefighters go bald for a friend
Mayor's wife battling cancer
Betty Jo Reynolds
Betty Jo Reynolds was born March 4, 1929, in Spur, Texas, to Lloyd Milton Gunn and Thelma Louise Thacker. She passed away May 16, 2008, at Kootenai Hospital in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, after a short bout with illness.
Chief golfer signs with CBC
Student accepts scholarship to play golf, study business in the fall
Tennis battles in 2A regionals, advance to finals
Quincy boy and teams from Ephrata, Othello head to state competition in Seattle on Friday
Carol Black
Carol Black, devoted wife and loving mother, passed away Sunday May 18, 2008, at home with her husband Gene Black at her side.
Moses Lake fire displaces families
Duplex fire ruled accidental
Moses Lake Spring Festival starts Thursday
Features carnival, family events
NOTICE
File No.: 7037.15289 Grantors: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc. Chase Home Finance LLC, successor by merger to Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corporation, successor by merger with Chase Mortgage Company Grantee: Luba Kopeikin, as her separate property Notice of Trustee's Sale Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq. I. On May 30, 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.: 08-1754-000 Abbreviated Legal: LTS 8 and 9, BLK 3, WESTLAKE ADD. Lots 8 and 9, Block 3, Westlake Addition to Soap Lake, according to the plat thereof recorded in Volume 2 of plats, Page 112, records of Grant County, Washington. Commonly known as: 123 N HEMLOCK STREET SOAP LAKE, WA 98851 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 08/01/01, recorded on 08/07/01, under Auditor's File No. 1087407, records of Grant County, Washington, from Luba Kopeikin, an unmarried woman, as Grantor, to Chicago Title Insurance Company, as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of First Horizon Corporation, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned by First Horizon Corporation to Chase Mortgage Company, under an Assignment/Successive Assignments recorded under Auditor's File No. 1105955. 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 02/26/2008 Monthly Payments $3,279.41 Late Charges $163.97 Lender's Fees & Costs $60.00 Total Arrearage $3,503.38 Trustee's Expenses (Itemization) Trustee's Fee $607.50 Title Report $485.55 Statutory Mailings $66.00 Recording Costs $88.00 Postings $115.00 Total Costs $1,362.05 Total Amount Due: $4,865.43 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 $61,120.90, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument secured from 09/01/07, 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 May 30, 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 05/19/08 (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 05/19/08 (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 05/19/08 (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 LUBA KOPEIKIN 123 N HEMLOCK STREET SOAP LAKE, WA 98851 LUBA KOPEIKIN PO BOX 1122 SOAP LAKE, WA 98851 UNKNOWN SPOUSE AND/OR DOMESTIC PARTNER OF LUBA KOPEIKIN 123 N HEMLOCK STREET SOAP LAKE, WA 98851 UNKNOWN SPOUSE AND/OR DOMESTIC PARTNER OF LUBA KOPEIKIN PO BOX 1122 SOAP LAKE, WA 98851 by both first class and either certified mail, return receipt requested, or registered mail on 01/23/08, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and on 01/23/08 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
Royal City Summerfest seeking more volunteers
Meeting takes place Thursday
Tuesday, May 20
Chiefs compete in tennis quarterfinals
SPOKANE - Columbia Basin League and the Greater Spokane League 4A regional boys and girls tennis action continued with the quarterfinals match ups.
Sweet victory for Canady at ERP
Ephrata Raceway Park
Riverhawks beat Palouse Thunder
Riverhawks 40, Thunder 26
Sixteenth measles case reported
Children's group is site of recent exposure
Moses Lake residence burns
Family accounted for
Four injured in high-speed collision
Driver believed to be under the influence
Yak Attack champions
The Boys U11 Hurricanes of the Moses Lake Youth Soccer Association took first place in the Yak Attack soccer tournament in Yakima on Saturday and Sunday.
Glys T. Holes
Glys T. Holes, 85, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Sunday, May 18, 2008, at SunBridge Care & Rehabilitation Center in Moses Lake.
Award-winning author addresses ATEC library
Novelist Jess Walter speaks Wednesday morning
Alfred A. Conner
Alfred A. Conner, a Moses Lake resident for 57 years, died Thursday, May 15, 2008, in the LakeRidge Special Care Center at Moses Lake. He was 88.
Man sentenced to 15 years for murder plea
Second suspect still sought
2A all-league fastpitch teams named
WAPATO - Central Washington Athletic Conference officials have announced the 2008 division 2A all-league girls fastpitch teams. The top student athletes from Othello, East Valley, Ellensburg, Selah, Ephrata and Quincy were selected for their stand out performance on the field.
Marilyn Gene Morris
Marilyn Gene Morris, 80, of Quincy, passed away on Thursday, May 15, 2008, at the Quincy Valley Convalescent Center after a long illness.
NOTICE OF APPLICATION & PUBLIC HEARING
Notice is hereby given that a Preliminary Plat and SEPA checklist received on February 21, 2008 from Justin Donovan, Donovan Farms LLC (Designated Contact: Olivia Jennings, Western Pacific Engineering & Survey, 1328 E. Hunter Place, Moses Lake, WA 98837, 509-765-1023) were found to be technically complete and preliminarily appear to be consistent with Unified Development Code and other applicable state and local requirements as of May 15, 2008. PROJECT: A Preliminary Plat of approximately 1054 acres to create thirty-two (32) lots in the Agriculture zoning district of Grant County. Twenty-seven (27) lots will be for residential use, and five (5) lots will be designated for open space. STUDIES REQUIRED: None. LOCATION: The subject parcel is located approximately 6 miles NE of Moses Lake, WA, SW of the intersection of Road P NE and Road 8 NE, and in portions of Sections 27, 28, & 34, Township 20N, Range 29E, WM, Grant County, WA (Parcels #18-0358-000, #19-0389-000, #19-0394-000, #19-0390-000, #19-0391-000, #19-0392-000, #19-0393-000, #18-0369-000, #19-0674-000, & #31-2994-000 ). ZONING: Agriculture. OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING: Planning Commission hearing, 7:00 pm, July 2, 2008, in the Commissioners' Hearing Room of Grant County Courthouse in Ephrata, WA. At this time any person(s) may appear and provide testimony. Copies of application materials (File #08-5030) are available from Rick Rettig, Grant County Planning Department, 32 C St. NW, Room 26a, PO Box 37, Ephrata, WA 98823, (509)754-2011, ext. 622. Office hours: 8 am-12 noon, 1-5 pm, M-F. Comments must be submitted to Planning Department no later than 5 pm, June 3, 2008. Comments should be as specific as possible and mailed, hand-delivered, or sent by facsimile. Any person has the right to comment, receive notice, participate in any hearings, request a copy of the final decision, and/or appeal the decision as provided by law and County Code. This may be the only opportunity to comment on the above listed materials.
Monday, May 19
Lady Cougars beat Naches, Connell for district championship
PASCO - The Warden Cougars continued their quest of a state championship as they dominated regional playoff action in the South Central Athletic Conference on Saturday.
Moses Lake police captain retires
Moving closer to family in Spokane
Adams County council gets tips
Yakima economic leader addresses fledgling group
Weaver a proud member of sneeze patrol
"Whaaaaaa-CHOO!"
Warden boys' postseason play ends
MOSES LAKE - Larson Playfield played host to South Central Athletic Conference 1A action Saturday as division three teams battled both the heat and fierce competition for the right to play in the state championships.
Matthew Weaver's shortest My Turn, ever
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Lady Chiefs stumble in playoffs
SPOKANE - The Moses Lake Lady Chiefs made the trip to Spokane for the 4A district playoffs.
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 General Fund Budget Extension. The hearing will be held at the regular meeting of the Warden School District Board of Directors scheduled for Thursday, May 22nd, 2008 at 6:00 PM in the district administration office. 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 requestion one.
Tracksters vie for state competition qualification
QUINCY - Track teams, including Ephrata, Othello and Quincy, met in Quincy Friday to compete in the District 5/6 CWAC Championships. The top three in each event advanced to the state competition.
A century of Vi
Vi Adams
Othello girls win tourney
OTHELLO - The 2A District 5/6 softball tournament took place on Saturday at Othello's Lyons Field. The Othello Lady Huskies dominated the tournament to win the championship.
Healys plan to put down their cats
Declining other alternatives
House threatened during shop fire
Neighbors reportedly heard small explosions
Friday, May 16
Moses Lake grad returns from Iraq
Spent seven months in Al Anbar Province
Ice business slides into Moses Lake
Location will eventually produce 400 to 600 tons per day
'A real family environment'
Moses Lake landmark Woody's Drive-In turns 25
Agencies discuss gangs
Discussed needs and solutions
Goldendale boy, Royal girl win at SCAC golf tourney
CLE ELUM - Golf teams from Goldendale, Warden, Royal City, Zillah, Cle Elum and Highland met in Cle Elum to take part in the 2008 SCAC District 5 1A golf tournament Wednesday.
TomatoFare returns on Saturday
Coordinator seeking restaurant, chef support
Surf's up!
Several people involved with the parks and recreation department learned how to ride the Flowrider Wednesday night at the Surf 'n Slide Water Park in Moses Lake.
Warden blanks Cle Elum-Roslyn
Cougars 10, Warriors 0
Thursday, May 15
Port of Othello funding request tabled
Othello council to review request in August
Othello well in good condition
Testing materials to be sent down
Chiefs wrestling enters Sports Hall of Fame
MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake wrestling program was inducted into the Central Washington Sports Hall of Fame on Friday at a luncheon at the Pasco Red Lion Hotel.
Healys fined $250 per day for excessive cats
Ordered to remove 26 felines
Minerva J. 'Chris' Eldridge
Born Sept. 3, 1921, in Oakland, Calif., Minerva was raised on the coast of Washington and in Bremerton. She passed away on May 11, 2008, in Moses Lake where she had spent many years.
NOTICE OF A SPECIAL
CIVIL SERVICE MEETING
Husky golf dominates at Horn Rapids
RICHLAND - Lady golfers from Othello, Ephrata, Selah, Ellensburg, Wapato and East Valley took to the links in the Central Washington Athletic Conference District 5/6 golf championships on Monday.
Seniors on parade
Several SunBridge Care & Rehabilitation residents paraded along South Pioneer Way Tuesday afternoon in Moses Lake. They were celebrating National Nursing Home Week.
DUI car crash detailed in mock presentation
Questions good, task force coordinator says
Wednesday, May 14
NOTICE
File No.: 7023.15056 Grantors: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc. Wells Fargo Bank, NA Grantee: Beth R. Munro, a married woman as her separate estate Notice of Trustee's Sale Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq. I. On May 23, 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.: 17-1295-001 Abbreviated Legal: E2 NE4 NW4 30-22-28 The East Half of the Northeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 30, Township 22 North, Range 28 E.W.M., Grant County Washington. Commonly known as: 19861 ROAD F.4 NORTHEAST SOAP LAKE, WA 98851 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 04/01/05, recorded on 04/15/05, under Auditor's File No. 1167514, records of Grant County, Washington, from Beth Munro, a married woman as her sole and separate estate, as Grantor, to Northwest Trustee Services, LLC, as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., 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 2/21/2008 Monthly Payments $6,930.78 Late Charges $277.26 Lender's Fees & Costs $45.00 Total Arrearage $7,253.04 Trustee's Expenses (Itemization) Trustee's Fee $435.00 Title Report $690.56 Statutory Mailings $48.00 Recording Costs $59.00 Postings $115.00 Total Costs $1,347.56 Total Amount Due: $8,600.60 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 $142,417.79, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument secured from 08/01/07, 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 May 23, 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 05/12/08 (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 05/12/08 (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 05/12/08 (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 BETH R. MUNRO 19861 ROAD F.4 NORTHEAST SOAP LAKE, WA 98851 SAGE MUNRO 19861 ROAD F.4 NORTHEAST SOAP LAKE, WA 98851 UNKNOWN SPOUSE AND/OR DOMESTIC PARTNER OF BETH R. MUNRO 19861 ROAD F.4 NORTHEAST SOAP LAKE, WA 98851 by both first class and either certified mail, return receipt requested, or registered mail on 01/17/08, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and on 01/18/08 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
Ephrata golf finishes as district champs
RICHLAND - The Central Washington Athletic Conference held the 2A District 5/6 golf tournament at the Horn Rapids Golf Course in Richland on Monday. Teams from Ephrata, Selah, Ellensburg, Othello, East Valley, Quincy, Wapato, Prosser, Grandview and Toppenish competed on the par 72 championship course.
Aquatic Center to hold duathlon
MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake Parks and Recreation is taking sign ups for Spring Festival's Duathlon to be held on Saturday, May 24 at the Aquatic Center. The event will start at 8 a.m. and must be completed by 10:30 a.m.
Jordan McKay Washburn
Jordan McKay Washburn, (the third, as he liked to call himself), forever bound by eternal covenant and love to his wife, Brianna; parents, Daniel and Bonnie Washburn; brothers, Ethan (Melissa), Kimball (Jessica), Greg (Lesley), Neil (Penny), Colin, and Shane, exuberantly graced this world with a sense of adventure, curiosity, faith, hope, and courage, from March 16, 1982 to May 10, 2008.
Moses Lake man saves his own life after crash
Waited nearly two days for rescue
Seattle middle-schoolers visit Moses Lake, hold scavenger hunt
University Prep students visit teacher's former hometown
EPA asks Grant County to help start well sampling program
No commitment given by county
Moses Lake tennis competes in districts
Ben Nye, Connor Lange advance to regionals in doubles
Tuesday, May 13
Ken Turner reaches turning point
Retires from Big Bend July 1
Lady Chiefs continue postseason tennis play
YAKIMA - The Moses Lake Lady Chiefs made the trip to Yakima for district tennis action on Saturday.
2A track teams compete in sub-regional meet
OTHELLO - Track athletes from Ephrata, Quincy and Othello met in Othello for District 2A sub-regional action against Selah and Ellensburg.
Moses Lake man stabbed
Suspect still at large
Warden softball dominates Wahluke
Coach announces All-League results
NOTICE
Graham Construction & Management, Inc. is seeking coverage under the Washington State Department of Ecology's Construction Stormwater General Permit.
Moses Lake Chief tracksters advance to regionals
RICHLAND - The Moses Lake Chiefs boys and girls track team traveled to Richland to compete in the 4A District Championships on Friday. The meet, featuring track teams from Davis, Eisenhower, Pasco, Richand, Walla Walla, Moses Lake and Wenatchee, determined which tracksters move on to regionals on Friday and Saturday. The top eight in each event at the district meet qualified for regionals.
George Lyle Harold
The oldest of seven boys, George was born in 1927 in Langdon, N.D. and grew up in Grand Forks and Minot, N.D.
Moses Lake man dies in collision on SR 17
Child remains in serious condition
Rocha sentenced to 31 years for murder
Defense attorney appeals case
Monday, May 12
Thanks Mom, for everything
There is not enough space in this paper for me to adequately describe and praise the ways in which I have been blessed with such a wonderful mom.
Riverhawks come close to victory at home
Commandos 15, Riverhawks 7
Thora Brittain
Our loving mother and grandmother, Thora Brittain passed away May 7, 2008, due to complications from cancer.
Arthur George Loeffler
Arthur George Loeffler of Moses Lake, residing in Norman, Okla., went to meet his Lord on May 7, 2008.
Big Bend students make telescopes on the cheap
MOSES LAKE - Using plywood, sticky felt and PVC pipe, Kimberly Cobb carefully assembled a homemade refracting telescope on Thursday that only cost her $55.
Lady Chiefs continue in districts
MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Lady Chiefs hosted two games at Larson Playfield as they continued in the 4A fastpitch district championships. In game one of the tournament to determine further seeding, the Lady Chiefs were defeated by Walla Walla 6-3. The Chiefs scored their only run in the sixth inning, with Gabrielle Vasquez going 3-for-4 in the game.
ERP treats moms at pre-Mother's-Day races
It was SR Custom Auto Repair and Superior Refrigeration Night at Ephrata Raceway Park on Saturday. The first 50 moms through the gates got free carnations. No moms won any of the races but plenty of racers' moms had many reasons to celebrate as a number of ERP chauffeurs found winners circle.
Ephrata cracks down on graffiti
Must be removed in 10 days
Weaver shows signs of maturity in spite of self
Despite my best efforts, I am beginning to become a mature adult.
INVITATION TO BID
Beasley Radio Site Construction and Improvement Project
George L. Harold
George L. Harold, 81, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Thursday, May 7, 2008, at Harborview Medical center in Seattle.
Towns may develop plan for EMS levy
Ephrata approves new contract with fire district
Moses Lake varsity baseball suffers double loss, out
MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Chiefs varsity baseball season came to an end Saturday as they fell to Wenatchee in a loser-out ball game in Richland.
Warden takes No. 3 spot
MOSES LAKE - Larson Playfield played host to 1A district baseball playoffs Saturday. The Warden Cougars played a pair of games as they continued their march through the playoffs.
Soap Lake prepares to sue over trees
Several trees cut down at camping site
Quincy celebrates moms, fashion
Garden party provides 'unofficial' kickoff to Grant County centennial
Local ag leaders ring in on Farm Bill
President may veto this week
Friday, May 9
Letter carriers picking up food for people in need
MOSES LAKE - The people who pick up your mail are hoping to pick up something else this weekend, too.
Selena Cisneros Landin
Selena Cisneros Landin passed away May 5, 2008, at Samaritan Hospital, Moses Lake.
Automotive students excel in state competition
MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake High School students Pat Doremus and Tucker Reiley returned from a state Student Auto Skills competition with two trophies.
Juan J. Reyes
Juan J. Reyes, 74, longtime Warden resident who relocated to Moses Lake eight years ago, passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2008, at Deaconess Medical Center in Spokane.
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County of GRANT
Moses Lake Senior Center honors moms
Funds support Meals on Wheels
Moses Lake softball beats out Wenatchee
Chiefs 7, Panthers 4
Grant PUD settles sales lawsuit
$11.8 million to be paid for provided power
Measles cases rise to 15
New cases linked to Lakeview Roller Skating Center
Gorge names manager on eve of 'biggest' season
Wilde takes over at 'unique venue'
Thursday, May 8
'Kind of a different genre'
MOSES LAKE - A Moses Lake private investigator is planning to write about his experiences as an agent for the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
Othello golf wins at home
OTHELLO - High school duffers from Othello, Ephrata, East Valley and Selah took to the links in Othello on Tuesday. The desert course in Othello boasts a grueling par 70 over 18 holes.
Tiger baseball dominates Quincy
EPHRATA - The Ephrata boys baseball team hosted the Quincy Jacks in district play on Tuesday. Ephrata coach Jason Laugen said the Tigers won in seven innings with a score 11-0.
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JUVENILE DEPARTMENT
Industry drives J.O.B.S. project forward
Group meets Friday morning at ATEC
Thora M. Brittain
Thora M. Brittain, 89, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Wednesday, May 7, 2008, at her son's home in Kennewick.
Moses Lake selects builder for Sage Point
MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake school board voted to accept a low bid of $10.68 million Monday to construct Sage Point Elementary School.
A diamond in the rough
Moses Lake piercer shines in her success
Ex-Bomber signs with Montana Tech
BUTTE - James York, a 5'11" guard from Richland, has signed a letter of intent to join the Montana Tech basketball program, coach Nate Larson announced.
Woman stands trial for stealing mail
Suspect found allegedly hiding under her home
Decision about 29 cats to be made soon
Expected next week
Wednesday, May 7
Othello port, city disagree about business district
Several elements discussed
Delegation returns from Gunpo, Korea
Group makes connections
Chiefs baseball defeats Pasco
Chiefs 4, Bulldogs 2
CB United 96 takes the gold in Skagit Tulip soccer tourney
The CB United 96 Navy team won first place in the U12 Gold Division bracket at the Skagit Tulip soccer tournament in Burlington on April 26 and 27. They defeated top ranked state teams to take home their first tournament win as a team.
Club hosts silent auction Thursday
Goal to raise $1,800
Big Bend president gives state of the college
MOSES LAKE - Big Bend Community College President Bill Bonaudi discussed the college's past, present and future Tuesday during the 14th annual State of the College Address.
Royal golf finishes season undefeated
Knights 356, Leopards 379
Ephrata, Quincy, Ellensburg golf boys compete at Suncadia
ROSLYN - Suncadia Resort played host to golf teams from Quincy, Ephrata and Ellensburg in men's match play on Thursday. Suncadia, located within the Cascade Mountains, is a par 72 course.
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Grant County leaders gather for prayer
15th annual mayor's breakfast draws about 150
Tuesday, May 6
Othello police start new biking patrol
Community-oriented policing
CB United take tourney championship
BURLINGTON - CB United 95 Navy, a soccer team for girls 13 and under from throughout the Columbia Basin, recently competed in the 2008 Skagit Valley Tulip Tournament. The girls, competing a year up, "were very strong" according to team manager Betty Craig as they swept the tournament by defeating teams from the Skagit Valley and Everett.
Tactical response team called to disagreement
Man arrested
Notice of Application and Public Hearing
Notice is hereby given that a Preliminary Subdivision Application and Environmental Checklist were received on February 11, 2008 from Lisa Ladanyi Grate (Designated Contact: Todd Lolkus Land Surveying, LLC, 1322 Basin St. S.W., Suite "A", Ephrata, WA 98823, 509-754-0135); and found to be technically complete as of April 22, 2008. PROJECT: A subdivision of a 10.89-acre parcel into 18 residential lots. Proposed lots vary in size from 0.50 to 0.66 acres. State Environmental Policy Act Mitigated Determination of Non-Significance is expected to be issued. ADDITIONAL PERMITS: Minor Zone Change from Urban Residential-3 to Urban Residential-2 in order to make the zoning and comprehensive land use designation consistent. LOCATION: A portion of Lot 3, Thomas Short Plat, and a portion of the southwest quarter of the northwest quarter of Section 17, Township 19 North, Range 28 East, W.M., Grant County, WA. Parcel #31-2717-000 together with #17-0651-000. ZONING: Urban Residential-3. Required mitigation will be pursuant to the Unified Development Code. OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING: Planning Commission hearing, 7 pm, July 2, 2008 in the Commissioners Hearing Room, at the Grant County Courthouse in Ephrata, WA. At this time any person(s) may appear and provide testimony. Copy of the application materials (File #08-5023) is available from Igor Shaporda at the Grant County Department of Community Development at 32 C St. NW, Room 26a, P.O. Box 37, Ephrata WA 98823, (509) 754-2011, extension 624; office hours are 8am - 12pm and 1pm - 5pm, Monday - Friday. Comments must be submitted no later than 5pm May 21, 2008 to the above address. All comments should be as specific as possible and may be mailed, hand delivered or sent by facsimile. Any person has the right to comment, receive notice, participate in any hearings, request a copy of the final decision, and appeal the decision as provided by law and County Code. This may be the only opportunity to comment on the above listed materials.
Glider crashes at Ephrata airport
Pilot survives, crash under investigation
More measles cases reported in Grant County
Health district recommends up-to-date vaccinations
Chiefs tennis makes 'solid showing' in Spokane
SPOKANE - The Moses Lake Chiefs traveled to Spokane to compete in the Inland Empire tennis tournament on Friday and Saturday. The tournament featured top players from Spokane, Connell, Mead, Chewelah, Clark Fork and Richland.
Tracksters duke it out in Connell
CONNELL- Two dozen track teams met in Connell on Friday to compete in the Connell Invitational.
Monday, May 5
Warden golf girls break records
WARDEN - In what coach Myrtle Voss called a "great match," the Warden girls golf team hosted Goldendale and Quincy on Thursday.
A diamond in the rough
Moses Lake piercer shines in her success
Weaver sticks to his 2008 resolve
When the year began, I thought I had the rhyme down.
Appreciate your mom year-round
As Mother's Day approaches this Sunday, one can't help but notice the array of greeting cards and other store promotions aimed at cashing in on the special day.
Ephrata Fire Department hopes to ban novelty lighters
National Arson Awareness Week ends May 10
Moses Lake cleans up
MOSES LAKE - A group of onlookers watched as a Lakeside Disposal volunteer compacted a couch cushion, cardboard and other various items found around Moses Lake Saturday morning.
April 23, 2008
NOTICE OF OPEN PUBLIC MEETING
Southridge, Moses Lake split doubleheader
Chiefs 3, 5
Trial expected in lawsuit against Grant County
Man claims he wasn't given adequate counsel
Othello man died in collision
OTHELLO - An Othello man died Thursday night after reportedly failing to yield to an oncoming vehicle on state Route 26, two miles west of Othello.
Ephrata raceway opening night entices fans
EPHRATA - Racecars flashing by, burning oil and tire smoke filling the air - those were sights, sounds and smells fans were treated to as Ephrata Raceway Park roared to life for the 2008 racing season on Saturday night.
Moses Lake council to decide city complex
New building hosts city hall and museum
Friday, May 2
Speeding and DUI drivers targeted
Officers provide emphasis patrols
T-wolves host Royal golf
Knights 358, Timberwolves 373
Measles cases reported in Grant County
Three confirmed cases in one family
Othello dentist marks 30th anniversary
Rydman reflects on 'pure stubbornness'
Holmquist talks state deficit with Big Bend EDC
Senator calls for leadership change in Olympia
Panthers tennis too much for Chiefs
Panthers 6, Chiefs 1
Wenatchee bests Chiefs girls tennis
Panthers 7, Chiefs 0
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County of GRANT
Chiefs host dual track meet
MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Chiefs played host to Richland and Wenatchee on Thursday in a dual track meet. Weather conditions were perfect for the combined event as boys and girls from the three schools competed under sunny skies.
PUD halts new dark fiber sales
Utility currently leases fiber to three companies
Group tours WorkSource building
One-stop career shop
Patricia 'Pat' Jane Mandelas
Patricia "Pat" Jane Mandelas, 68, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Wednesday, April 30, 2008, at her home.
John H. Gessler
John H. Gessler, 79, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Wednesday, April 30, 2008, at Central Washington Hospital in Wenatchee.
Thursday, May 1
Flood map study 'devastating' for Wilson Creek, mayor says
Comment deadline is May 14 for study
Moses Lake wins shoot-out victory over Pasco
Chiefs 1, Bulldogs 0
Chiefs, Pirates split doubleheader
MOSES LAKE - The Davis Pirates visited Larson Playfield to take on the Moses Lake Chiefs in a varsity baseball doubleheader on Tuesday.
Lady Tigers beat Jacks
QUINCY - The Othello Lady Tigers visited the Quincy Lady Jacks for tennis match play on Tuesday. The Tigers defeated the Jacks by a score of 4-1 in the five matches played.
Othello gives funds to new development group
OTHELLO - The Othello City Council approved to disburse approximately $25,000 to the Adams County Development Council (ACDC) Monday night.
Rage in the Sage tests cyclists
EPHRATA - The Rage in the Sage Mountain Bike Festival took place Saturday and Sunday under sunny skies in Ephrata. The event, which consisted of a Short Track race on Saturday and the Beezley Burn cross country race on Sunday, brought in more than 100 racers to compete in various categories. Saturday's Short Track event ran 15 to 30 minutes around a 3/4 mile course. Sunday's Beezley Burn punished riders on a rough eight-mile course with a short lap for beginners, two laps for sport, three for expert, and four for the pros. The professionals competed for a $2,000 pay out while the amateurs took away prizes from event sponsors. The 2008 Beezley Burn race results, by category:
Residents press officials for future details
Sun Terrace work expected to start this summer
Committee reaches out to area businesses
Chair urges residents to contact local chambers
PUBLIC NOTICE
The May meeting of the Noxious Weed Control Board of Grant County will be held Monday, May 5, 2008, at 7:00 p.m., at the Bureau of Reclamation Building, 32 "C" Street N.W., Room 321, Ephrata, Washington.
Quincy Jacks fall to Tigers
QUINCY - The Quincy boys took on the Othello Tigers at home in tennis action on Tuesday. In team play, the Othello Tigers defeated the Jacks 3 matches to 2.
Connell baseball sweeps Royal
ROYAL CITY - The Royal City Knights played a double header with the Connell Eagles in varsity baseball in Royal City on Tuesday.
Planter party
MOSES LAKE - There will be even more flowers in downtown Moses Lake this summer.
