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Felipe Pruneda

Felipe Pruneda, 68, longtime Warden resident, was called home to be with our Lord and Savior December 29, 2009, after courageously battling cancer. He spent his final days at home with his wife and family.

Attorneys seek security improvements at Grant County Courthouse

EPHRATA — Grant County Bar Association members raised concerns about safety, space and employees with the commissioners.

Moses Lake home damaged in fire

Attic fire extinguished

MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake family was displaced after an electrical fire damaged their North Mattson Avenue home late Tuesday night.

MEDICAID

Reader worried about senior citizens

Washington’s seniors need your help. Medicaid funding cuts threaten this state’s capacity to assure health, safety, and quality of care for residents. A stable, quality system of long-term care is good for residents, workers, and all of us who may someday need nursing home care. Cuts in funding now will have long-term consequences on our ability to meet the needs of the current and aging, frail and elderly population. The Legislature has promised to protect our state’s most vulnerable citizens. Ask your lawmakers to keep their commitment to quality care and do what is necessary to assure access for Medicaid residents in nursing homes and assisted living facilities.

GRANT COUNTY PUD

Reader thinks money is being wasted

Residents of Grant County should be up in arms over the 2010 rate hike approved by the PUD commissioners. The commissioners except for Mr. Brewer, are part of the PUD’s “ good old boy” system they do not represent the best interests of the residents of Grant County.

Chiefs take 2nd in Reno

RENO, Nevada — Moses Lake High School took second at the Sierra Nevada Classic at the Reno Livestock Events Center last night.

Elaine M. Freeman

Elaine M. Freeman passed away peacefully in her home on December 27, 2009, at 8:30 p.m.

Airborne 787 lifts holiday spirits

GUEST EDITORIAL

OLYMPIA — With America’s economy in the tank, political rancor in our nation’s capitol, wars in Afghanistan and Iraq and the senseless killings of five police officers in our state, we needed a bit of good news to jolt us into the Christmas spirit. We got it on Dec. 15 when Boeing’s new 787 Dreamliner zipped down the runway and launched into the dreary Washington morning skies on its maiden voyage.

Iranian bravery

We are inspired by the bravery of Iranians who continue to demand their rights, even in the face of their government’s relentless and shameful brutality. Iran’s leaders are so desperate to repel a rising tide of popular unrest that even Ashura — which marks the death of Shiite Islam’s holiest martyr — is no longer sacred.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE APN: 11-0993-203 TS No: WA-09-301537-SH PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER 61.24 ET. SEQ. I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Quality Loan Service Corp. of Washington, the undersigned Trustee, will on 1/8/2010, at 10:00:00 AM at THE POLICE JUSTICE COURT BUILDING, 401 BALSAM STREET IN THE CITY OF MOSES LAKE, WA sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable, in the form of cash, or cashier's check or certified checks from federally or State chartered banks, at the time of sale the following described real property, situated in the County of GRANT, State of Washington, to-wit: LOT 4, BLOCK 1, SAGE BAY DIVISION NO. 8, MAJOR PLAT, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 17 OF PLATS, PAGE(S) 80,81,82 AND 83, RECORDS OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON. Commonly known as: 801 West Windrose Drive Moses Lake, WA 98837 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 10/19/2005, recorded 10/20/2005, under Auditor's File No. 1179011, in Book xxx, Page xxxrecords of GRANT County, Washington, from ROMAN P. SKRIPNIK, A SINGLE MAN, as Grantor(s), to FIRST AMERICAN TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY, as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR HOME123 CORPORATION, A CALIFORNIA 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 Borrower's or Grantor's default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust/Mortgage. III. The default(s) for which this foreclosure is made is/are as follows: Failure to pay when due the following amounts which are now in arrears: $15,900.42 IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $123,183.17, together with interest as provided in the Note from the 12/1/2008,and such other costs and fees as are provided by statute. V. The above-described real property will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale and the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust as provided by statute. Said sale will be made without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances on 1/8/2010. TThe defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by 12/28/2009 (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 12/28/2009 (11 days before the sale) the default as set forth in Paragraph III is cured and the Trustee's fees and costs are paid. Payment must be in cash or with cashier's or certified checks from a State or federally chartered bank. The sale may be terminated any time after the 12/28/2009 (11 days before the sale date) and before the sale, by the Borrower or Grantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance by paying the principal and interest, plus costs, fees and advances, if any, made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust. VI. A written Notice of Default was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following address(es): NAME ADDRESS ROMAN P. SKRIPN1K, A SINGLE MAN 801 West Windrose Drive Moses Lake, WA 98837 by both first class and certified mail on 7/22/2009, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and the Borrower and Grantor were personally served, if applicable, with said written Notice of Default or the written Notice of Default was posted in a conspicuous place on the real property described in Paragraph 1 above, and the Trustee has possession of proof of such service or posting. VII. The Trustee whose name and address are set forth below will provide in writing to anyone requesting it, a statement of all costs and fees due at any time prior to the sale. VIII. The effect of the sale will be to deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their interest in the above-described property. IX. Anyone having any objections to this sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustee's sale. 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 who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under Chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee's Attorney. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. DATED: 10/1/2009 Quality Loan Service Corp. of Washington, as Trustee By: Seth Ott, Asst. Secretary For Non-Sale, Payoff and Reinstatement info Quality Loan Service Corp of Washington 2141 Fifth Avenue San Diego, CA92101 (866) 925-7490 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 or Login to:

Grant County to build new covered arena

Will add to fairgrounds capacity

EPHRATA — Grant County is adding a second pavilion at the fairgrounds.

Lady Vikings take fourth at Edmonds CC

LYNNWOOD — The Big Bend Community College women’s basketball team captured fourth place at the Lady Tritons Winter Classic at Edmonds Community College Tuesday, by virtue of their 59-58 win over Wenatchee Valley Community College.

GRANT COUNTY BUDGET

Reader disagrees with commissioners

The news of the county budget remaining the same as last year was disturbing. I definitely recall reading in the paper a few years ago that the citizens would see some property tax relief because the REC construction would increase the revenue income, thus allowing our current mill rate to be lowered. This would lower our burden across the board. As it sounds now, we will keep that burden, as the county does not need to tighten its belt during these lean economic times. I know it’s only $3 million, but every million helps!

Jobs vs. debt

On the one hand, the national unemployment rate stands at 10 percent. On the other hand, Washington’s 2009 fiscal year ended on Sept. 30 with a record deficit of $1.4 trillion.

Lack of aggression leads to Moses Lake home loss

Central Valley 52Moses Lake 37

Central Valley 52, Moses Lake 37; Okanogan 71, ACH 54

Standing up

The attempted attack on Northwest Airlines Flight 253 was the third act of international terrorism in this decade to be disrupted by passengers and crew. It confirms an essential truth about the age of terrorism: Average citizens are the last line of defense, and in many ways the most important.

Taking one final, fond look back at 2009

MOSES LAKE - It's time to pause and look back at the past year through the outdoors window. The past 12 months offered many fruitful outings and corresponding memories. It was a great year.

Cause of Quincy Manor fire unknown

Investigation completed

QUINCY — Investigators ruled the cause of the Quincy Manor fire cannot be determined.

Merle V. Clemmo

Long time Moses Lake resident Merle Victor Clemmo fell asleep in Jesus’ arms Monday, December 28, 2009, in Spokane with his beloved family by his side, after a brief but courageous struggle with cancer.

Timothy L. Everts

August 18, 1960 - December 16, 2009

Tim, a beautiful baby boy, was born in Salem, Ore., on Thursday, Aug. 18, 1960, to parents Milton and Mildred Everts.

Late run helps Chiefs girls blow Eastmont out of building

Moses Lake 56Eastmont 35

MOSES LAKE — Snap. In four minutes the Moses Lake High School girls basketball team went from a dogfight to a laugher and it happened so fast that their head coach Matt Strophy didn’t realize it almost an hour after the final buzzer.

Chiefs battle to top of Classic standings on day one

Three Chiefs wrestlers alive in quarterfinals

RENO — The official numbers hadn’t been posted but one thing was clear after the first day of the Sierra Nevada Wrestling Classic on Tuesday night:

No death penalty for Mattawa murders

Martinez-Lopez pleaded not guilty

EPHRATA — Grant County Prosecutor Angus Lee declined to pursue the death penalty in the case against J. Guadalupe Martinez-Lopez, 24, for three homicides near Mattawa.

Lions win own tournament for first time in history

Moses Lake Christian Academy 37Tri Cities Prep 28

MOSES LAKE — It was still only December and a nice little four-team tournament in a basketball season with still over 60 days left to go for the Moses Lake Christian Academy girls basketball team.

Moses Lake boys fall at Eastmont

Eastmont 70Moses Lake 51

Eastmont 70, Moses Lake 51; ACH 61, Manson 53; Chewelah 84, Columbia Basin Secondary 42

Homeless man says residents made Christmas special

Joseph Delgado discusses community help

MOSES LAKE — Stranded with little clothing, food, money or hope, Joseph Delgado came home to Grant County for help.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

File No.: 7307.23225 Grantors: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc. CitiMortgage, Inc. Grantee: R. Darren Ludwigsen, a single man Tax Parcel ID No.: 05-0069-402 Abbreviated Legal: LOT 2, RESURVEY OF AND ADDITION TO TRINIDAD REPLAT #1, GRANT COUNTY, WA Notice of Trustee's Sale Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq. I. On January 8, 2010, 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) will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable at time of sale, the following described real property "Property", situated in the County(ies) of Grant, State of Washington: Lot 2, resurvey of and Addition to Trinidad, Washington Replat #1, according to the Plat thereof recorded in Volume 23 of Plats, Page(s) 74 and 75, records of Grant County, Washington. Except the East 5.48 feet thereof. Commonly known as: 23882 Road 9.7 Northwest Quincy, WA 98848 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 08/06/08, recorded on 08/12/08, under Auditor's File No. 1241666, records of Grant County, Washington, from R. Darren Ludwigsen, a single man, as Grantor, to Stewart Title, as Trustee, to secure an obligation "Obligation" in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. solely as nominee for Lender and Lender's successors and assigns, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned by Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. to CitiMortgage, Inc., under an Assignment/Successive Assignments recorded under Auditor's File No. 1256849. *The Tax Parcel ID number and Abbreviated Legal Description are provided solely to comply with the recording statutes and are not intended to supplement, amend or supersede the Property's full legal description provided herein. 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. 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 10/06/2009 Monthly Payments $25,875.76 Late Charges $951.44 Lender's Fees & Costs $0.00 Total Arrearage $26,827.20 Trustee's Expenses (Itemization) Trustee's Fee $725.00 Title Report $1,083.32 Statutory MMailings $19.12 Recording Costs $28.00 Postings $70.00 Sale Costs $0.00 Total Costs $1,925.44 Total Amount Due: $28,752.64 Other known defaults as follows: IV. The sum owing on the Obligation is: Principal Balance of $396,926.78, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument evidencing the Obligation from 02/01/09, and such other costs and fees as are due under the Obligation, and as are provided by statute. V. The Property will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale and the Obligation as provided by statute. The sale will be made without representation or warranty, express or implied regarding title, possession, encumbrances or condition of the Property on January 8, 2010. 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 12/28/09 (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 12/28/09 (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 12/28/09 (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 R. Darren Ludwigsen 23882 Road 9.7 Northwest Quincy, WA 98848 Unknown Spouse and/or Domestic Partner of R. Darren Ludwigsen 23882 Road 9.7 Northwest Quincy, WA 98848 R. Darren Ludwigsen PO Box 1845 Bellevue, WA 98009 Unknown Spouse and/or Domestic Partner of R. Darren Ludwigsen PO Box 1845 Bellevue, WA 98009 by both first class and either certified mail, return receipt requested on 06/12/09, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and on 06/12/09 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 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 who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under Chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. The trustee's rules of auction may be accessed at

Bigger, stronger, better, Lions boys take title

Moses Lake Christian Academy 52Tri Cities Prep 33

MOSES LAKE — Okay, so approximately three-quarters of the starters from last year’s 1B state final were not on the floor of last night’s rematch held at the Moses Lake Christian Academy Christmas Tournament title game between the hosts and Tri Cities Prep.

Buck in the New Year at sixth annual Blowout

Gates open at 5:30 on Thursday

MOSES LAKE — A few people’s boredom some years back means more excitement on New Year’s Eve for residents of Moses Lake.

William (Bill) Skorick

William (Bill) Skorick, 89 years of age, went home to be with the Lord Dec. 26.

Quincy fire victim named

Died from smoke inhalation

QUINCY — Larry R. How, 64, died in the Quincy Manor fire Wednesday afternoon.

Grant County budget unchanged for 2010

Treasurer credits REC Silicon for boost

EPHRATA — The majority of departments in Grant County have the same amount of money for 2010 as they had for 2009.

Young Lions pound their way to title game

Moses Lake Christian Academy 49Bridgeport 28

MOSES LAKE — It is a process, this growing up thing.

Shooting victim remains in ICU

Johnson charged with attempted murder, bail set at $500,000

SEATTLE — Moses Lake resident Brandon R. Burgess, 25, remains in the intensive care unit at Harborview Medical Center in Seattle Monday afternoon.

Lions to face their past in tournament final

Moses Lake Christian Academy 61Bridgeport 47

MOSES LAKE — Two teams long gone but the shadows of their pasts remain just ten months later.

PORT OF WARDEN

SMALL WORKS ROSTER FOR 2010

New Moses Lake councilmembers sworn in

Plaques given for service

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake City Council experienced a change in leadership with new councilmembers taking the Oath of Office.

How much is enough?

Call us Scrooges if you like, but we believe that a $12.1 trillion debt limit is more than enough leeway to run the United States federal government.

Dixie Paulita Mesa

Dixie Paulita Mesa, 77, longtime Moses Lake resident and formerly of Alameda, Calif., passed away Friday, Dec. 25, 2009, at Samaritan Hospital.

Warden High School helps absent students

Allows chance to obtain credits

WARDEN — A new program aimed at assisting students to graduate, in spite of excessive absences from school, is starting at Warden High School.

Man died in Quincy fire

Woman displaced

QUINCY — A Quincy man died in a fire at Quincy Manor Wednesday afternoon.

Merry Christmas everybody!

Christmas is upon us and most people seem to be working hard at the last minute just to find time to relax and enjoy the traditions of the holiday.

Valerie Yarbro

Valerie was born November 19, 1973 in Peoria, IL to John and Debra Dunn and passed away Sunday, December 20, 2009 in Greeley, Colorado.

Christmas means family traditions and homemade food

The next time you see me, I will not look like this head shot you see before you. My face might be a little rounder due to holiday eating.

Edward 'Ed' M. Brown

Edward “Ed” M. Brown, 77, longtime Moses Lake resident and lifelong resident of Grant County, passed away Saturday, December 26, 2009 at Samaritan Hospital.

Moses Lake's Frensdorf named Rodeo All-Star

DENVER — Leaders of the National High School Rodeo Association (NHSRA), the oldest youth rodeo program in America, appointed Matea Frensdorf of Moses Lake to the Wrangler High School All-Star Rodeo Team,  a corporate-sponsored youth rodeo team.

Moses Lake men shot in Idaho

Suspect arrested

COEUR d’ALENE, Idaho — A Coeur d’Alene man was charged with attempted murder following a shooting in downtown Coeur d’Alene early Sunday morning that sent two Moses Lake men to hospitals.

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

CITY OF MOSES LAKE

A New Year, and a New Season

How will you improve?

Owen McClain, PGA Teaching Professional

Martinez-Lopez could face death penalty

Needs to find qualified attorney

EPHRATA — Court proceedings against a man accused of killing three people in Mattawa are delayed as attorneys prepare for a potential death penalty case.

Warden students use electron microscope

WARDEN — Warden High School students in Darin Orton’s zoology class observed insects under the scanning electron microscope at the Beckman Institute at the University of Illinois.

Quincy Manor Apartments burn

Cause under investigation

QUINCY — Firefighters responded to a fire late Wednesday at the Quincy Manor Apartments on Third Avenue, in Quincy.

Moses Lake adopts stormwater utility rate

Commercial credits created

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake City Council voted to set a monthly residential stormwater utility rate for $5 and adopted stormwater credits for commercial properties with on-site systems.

SUMMONS

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON

Holidays offer Chiefs' grads needed respite

MOSES LAKE — When a high school athlete — especially an exemplary one —  upgrades to collegiate athletics they can experience shock, disappointment, jubilation, lost hope, dreams lived, or a little bit of all of the above.

Loera scores 1,000th point

MOSES LAKE — When the moment came it received its proper notice in front of her home crowd and with her Moses Lake Chiefs teammates.

Fog hampers duck, goose hunting

The recent days of fog, or has it been weeks, has made duck and goose hunting difficult recently. One goose day saw no geese for a friend who traveled to the Columbia Basin for a hunt.

LEGAL NOTICE

The Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District (MLIRD) will be holding Board of Director meetings on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the year 2010. Meetings are held in the MLIRD conference room at 932 E. Wheeler Rd., Moses Lake WA 98837. The meetings are open and MLIRD cordially invites attendance and input.

Grant PUD approves annual 4 percent rate increases

Rate hikes take place for four years

EPHRATA — In a 4-1 vote, Grant County PUD commissioners agreed upon a 4 percent electrical rate increase to start April 1.

Larry L. Harsh

Larry L. Harsh, 57, of Soap Lake, passed away at home on Saturday, December 19, 2009.

Samaritan board OKs capital budget

Budget called conservative for 2010

MOSES LAKE — Samaritan Healthcare board members approved a $1.3 million capital budget, enabling staff to purchase two big items in 2010.

Tigers storm to 6-0 as Simon lights up for 29

Ephrata 69Toppenish 44

EPHRATA — Patrick Simon is back and the Ephrata Tigers’ couldn’t be happier about.

Jacks hold on, Tigers' seesaw rises to victory

Quincy 56Grandview 55

QUINCY — Now it’s gravy time.

James Richard Amdal

James Richard Amdal passed away Thursday, December 17, 2009, at Sacred Heart Hospital in Spokane, Washington with his beloved family at his side.

Ephrata to coordinate snow removal for needy

Plans to link community groups with people

EPHRATA — Ephrata is creating a list of groups willing to help people remove snow from their driveway.

New councilmembers to begin in Othello

Dorow and Reneau

OTHELLO — Othello City Council is welcoming two new councilmembers to the city.

Othello take 6th in Yakima

Lopez wins 140-pound title

YAKIMA — Taking a trip south for the Sundome Wrestling Invitational could only help in the development of the Othello and Ephrata wrestling programs.

New WIAA classification ranges announced

Warden, Columbia Basin Secondary to change classes

RENTON — On Jan. 24 the Washington Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA) Executive Board will finalize the 2010-2012 classifications.

Dennis 'Denny' M. Olson Sr.

Dennis Olson Sr., 62, died on Thursday, December 17, 2009.

New councilmembers to begin in Othello

Dorow and Reneau

OTHELLO — Othello City Council is welcoming two new councilmembers to the city.

Warden boys slip past Kittitas

Lady Cougars fall 46-20

WARDEN — A tougher, more muscled, and athletic Warden Cougars basketball squad took its time to exert itself on Monday night in their makeup non-league game against Kittitas.

Rodolfo M. Mejia

Rodolfo M. Mejia, better known as “Rudy,” passed away Friday, December 18, 2009. He was 80 years old.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

File No.: 7219.20257 Grantors: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc. SunTrust Mortgage, Inc. Grantee: Luke J. Zimmerer, whose wife is Danielle Zimmerer, as his separate estate Tax Parcel ID No.: 12-1436-000 Abbreviated Legal: Lots 4-7, Blk 8, Playfair's 1st Addn. Notice of Trustee's Sale Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq. I. On January 4, 2010, 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) will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable at time of sale, the following described real property "Property", situated in the County(ies) of Grant, State of Washington: Lots 4, 5, 6, and 7, Block 8, Playfair's First Addition to Wilson Creek, according to the plat thereof, recorded in Volume 1 of Plats, Page 10, records of Grant County, Washington. Commonly known as: 128 Sprague Street Wilson Creek, WA 98860 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 09/10/07, recorded on 09/14/07, under Auditor's File No. 1223087, records of Grant County, Washington, from Luke J. Zimmerer, a married person, as Grantor, to Washington Administrative Services, Inc., as Trustee, to secure an obligation "Obligation" in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. solely as nominee for Lender and Lender's successors and assigns, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned by Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. to SunTrust Mortgage, Inc., under an Assignment/Successive Assignments recorded under Auditor's File No. 1260234. The Tax Parcel ID number and Abbreviated Legal Description are provided solely to comply with the recording statutes and are not intended to supplement, amend or supersede the Property's full legal description provided herein. 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. 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 09/30/2009 Monthly Payments $6,351.44 Late Charges $240.32 Lender's Fees & Costs $73.25 Total Arrearage $6,665.01 Trustee's Expenses (Itemization) Trustee's Fee $725.00 Title Report $471.52 Statutory MMailings $23.90 Recording Costs $28.00 Postings $70.00 Sale Costs $0.00 Total Costs $1,318.42 Total Amount Due: $7,983.43 Other known defaults as follows: IV. The sum owing on the Obligation is: Principal Balance of $85,945.78, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument evidencing the Obligation from 01/01/09, and such other costs and fees as are due under the Obligation, and as are provided by statute. V. The Property will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale and the Obligation as provided by statute. The sale will be made without representation or warranty, express or implied regarding title, possession, encumbrances or condition of the Property on January 4, 2010. 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 12/24/09 (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 12/24/09 (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 12/24/09 (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 Luke J. Zimmerer 128 Sprague Street Wilson Creek, WA 98860 Luke J. Zimmerer 10021 Road 4 Northeast Moses Lake, WA 98837 Unknown Spouse and/or Domestic Partner of Luke J. Zimmerer 128 Sprague Street Wilson Creek, WA 98860 Unknown Spouse and/or Domestic Partner of Luke J. Zimmerer 10021 Road 4 Northeast Moses Lake, WA 98837 by both first class and either certified mail, return receipt requested on 07/01/09, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and on 07/01/09 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 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 who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under Chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. The trustee's rules of auction may be accessed at

Information on judge's collision called misleading

Report recommends termination of deputy prosecutor

EPHRATA — An investigative report recommended the termination of Grant County Deputy Prosecutor Teddy Chow for his role in the release of information about a judge’s collision.

Ephrata woman struck on SR 17

Vehicle flees scene

SOAP LAKE — A woman on her hands and knees, in the roadway of state Route 17, was struck by a car and critically injured Sunday.

Othello carjacker caught in Idaho

Arrested for assaulting officer

OTHELLO — Lorenzo Ramos-Renteria was arrested in Caldwell, Idaho, after allegedly assaulting a roommate in Othello, stealing two vehicles, fleeing police and assaulting a police officer.

Chiefs finish 12th at Tri-State Tournament

COEUR D’ALENE — Moses Lake High School wrestling travelled to one of the tougher tournaments in the region.

Vikings drop two tourney games

BELLEVUE — A visit to Bellevue Community College and a chance to make an early season impression in Northwest Athletic Association of Community College (NWAACC) basketball play fell by the wayside this past weekend for the Big Bend Vikings.

CB United takes state U-14 soccer crown

MOSES LAKE — Soccer is a year-round sport due to its status as the world’s game.

Warden schools are redistricting

WARDEN — The Warden School District is reducing their district to include three director districts and two at-large positions.

Christmas through a child's eyes

Do you remember what it was like to be a kid, eagerly awaiting Christmas months in advance?

Pedro Rivera Sanchez

Pedro Rivera Sanchez, age 21, died suddenly in Mattawa on Monday, Dec. 14, 2009.

Evelyn Marie Wormdahl

Evelyn Marie Wormdahl, 89, longtime Canby, Ore., resident, passed away Friday, Dec. 18, 2009, at Summerwood Alzheimers Special Care Center in Moses Lake.

Moses Lake girls fall in OT, Tigers dominate home court

Wenatchee 51Moses Lake 49

MOSES LAKE — So close and yet so far.

Research & robots

Moses Lake Girl Scouts compete in regional, state competition

MOSES LAKE — Girl Scout Lauren Beich giggled as she recalled a moment when the troop’s robot malfunctioned.

Golf Thoughts for Christmas

Owen McClain, PGA

Tech is key in economy

Big Bend reaches beyond Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE — Before the economy’s downturn, Big Bend Community College invested in technology to maintain an expected level of service throughout its vast coverage area.

Vikings drop Crossover final

Treasure Valley CC 64Big Bend CC 53

MOSES LAKE — It was a half of clanks which ultimately doomed the Big Bend Lady Vikings’ women’s basketball team Sunday night.

Chiefs claim first win while Tigers go 4-0

Moses Lake 52Wenatchee 49

Moses Lake 52, Wenatchee 49; Othello 54, Toppenish 52; Warden 43, Kiona-Benton 41

Bernsen lights fire in Chiefs win

Moses Lake 74Sunnyside 22

Moses Lake 74, Sunnyside 22

Stella Lorraine (Campbell) Phillips

Stella Lorraine (Campbell) Phillips, 20+ year Wenatchee area resident, died Monday, Dec. 14, 2009 in Vancouver, Washington at the age of 69.

Ephrata wins again while Chiefs, Huskies fall

Ephrata 67Prosser 52

PROSSER — A hungry Tiger makes for a tough one to reckon with.

Fitterer calls issue a surprise

Says he doesn't expect apology

EPHRATA — Judge Richard Fitterer said never thought in June a reported collision on state Route 28 outside of Quincy would become an issue.

Warden schools seek M&O levy in 2010

District planning to keep cost the same as 2009

WARDEN — Warden school board members approved seeking a maintenance and operations levy, making cost per thousand as easy on their residents as possible.

Telephone auction set to aid police, education

Columbia Basin Herald helps conduct event

MOSES LAKE — The Columbia Basin Herald is hosting a telephone-style auction benefiting the Moses Lake Regional Tactical Response Team (TRT) and Newspapers in Education (NIE) program.

Information on judge's collision called misleading

Report recommends termination of deputy prosecutor

EPHRATA — An investigative report recommended the termination of Grant County Deputy Prosecutor Teddy Chow for his role in the release of information about a judge’s collision.

ACH, Columbia Basin record victories

ACH 74Soap Lake 62

COULEE CITY — Bouncing back from a tough loss to Northwest Christian on Tuesday, the Almira/Coulee-Hartline boys basketball team found its rhythm late on Thursday and held on to defeat Soap Lake 74-62.

Mattawa murders were reportedly revenge for rape

EPHRATA — The man accused of killing three people near Mattawa told police he shot the men for allegedly raping a woman.

Grant PUD recognized by 1161st

Employees provide gifts for soldiers' children

EPHRATA — The Ephrata-based 1161st Transportation Company recognized Grant County PUD employees this week for giving Christmas gifts to deployed soldiers’ children.

Timothy LeRoy Everts

Timothy LeRoy Everts, 49, Moses Lake resident, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2009, in Moses Lake.

Washington needs to compete for jobs

GUEST EDITORIAL

SEATTLE — Boeing’s announcement that it will build the second 787 production line in Charleston, S.C., is a sobering economic signal.  We should not ignore it.

Rolling Chiefs get bowled

MOSES LAKE — Coming in with a seven-match winning streak, the Moses Lake Chiefs’ bowling team may have hit the proverbial wall.

Sarah Jane Jones

Sarah Jane Jones was born Sept. 23, 1923, in Paragould, Ark. She passed away Dec. 13, in Wenatchee.

Archer responds to ShirtBuilders owner

GUEST EDITORIAL

MOSES LAKE — To John Jeninga and ShirtBuilders, I owe you an apology and I take full responsibility for any information that sounded negative in my letter to the Moses Lake Irrigation & Rehabilitation District taxpayers.

Warden takes care of business

Warden 70River View 10

WARDEN — They expect victory and no matter the scenario the Warden Cougars’ wrestling program takes what is there.

Washington Tire project advances

EPHRATA — After meeting with American Tire Company officials this week, Port of Ephrata Manager Mike Wren announced Thursday a project to build a tire manufacturing plant is advancing.

Othello mayor discusses city budget

GUEST EDITORIAL

OTHELLO — I would like to take this opportunity to add balance and clarification to the “tabloid” style of journalism of the Othello Outlook and in particular, the editorial, “Raise Your Hand” in the December 3 issue. The focus of the editorial is the 2010 budget for the City of Othello. Mr. La Fontaine discusses what he would do with $18 million. The City Council is entrusted with the taxpayers’ monies, not Mr. La Fontaine. The tax dollars the Council is entrusted with, come from many sources; the two most prominent ones are property tax and sales tax, which was omitted from the editorial. The City Council is under a sworn oath to adopt a balanced budget; Mr. La Fontaine is not. So if Mr. La Fontaine has $18 million, he could spend it on big screen TVs as he suggests. The high dollar figure of the budget is the sum total of monies entrusted to the City for reinvesting in the community, and includes enterprise funds such as water/sewer, not just the operating budget. Personally, I am excited that we currently have the monies in the budget to make improvements to our community – and yes, we are growing and are improving City services, an option other cities do not currently have.

Budget leadership

The state is facing a $2.6 billion deficit and we wonder how Gov. Chris Gregoire is going to remedy the problem.

Contract for siphon project protested

Start date unknown

COLUMBIA BASIN — A $20 million contract to construct the Weber Branch Siphon and Weber Coulee Siphon to full capacity was twice protested by another bidder who didn’t get the job.

Down to five, The Phoenix fall

Cascade Christian 52Columbia Basin Secondary 7

MOSES LAKE — Ready to begin play at 6 p.m. Thursday, the Columbia Basin Secondary School girls’ basketball team were given the news they would have to wait to tip off.

Free breakfast with Santa is Saturday

Collecting food and coats

MOSES LAKE — The Salvation Army is hosting a breakfast with Santa Saturday morning in Moses Lake.

Being a successful goose-hunting guide requires work and know-how

A goose guiding operation requires plenty of ground to hunt, gobs of decoys and guides who know how to blow a goose call. Luck has little to contribute to the process.

Archer responds to ShirtBuilders owner

GUEST EDITORIAL

MOSES LAKE — To John Jeninga and ShirtBuilders, I owe you an apology and I take full responsibility for any information that sounded negative in my letter to the Moses Lake Irrigation & Rehabilitation District taxpayers.

HEALTH CARE REFORM

Readers do not support additional taxes

Not sure about your household but it seems to my family that times are tough and there appears to be more month than money in our budget.  That being said my wife and I are fortunate in that we are both employed but we are buying less and curbing some of our recreational activities because our budget is tight.  

Washington needs to compete for jobs

GUEST EDITORIAL

SEATTLE — Boeing’s announcement that it will build the second 787 production line in Charleston, S.C., is a sobering economic signal.  We should not ignore it.

Othello mayor discusses city budget

GUEST EDITORIAL

OTHELLO — I would like to take this opportunity to add balance and clarification to the “tabloid” style of journalism of the Othello Outlook and in particular, the editorial, “Raise Your Hand” in the December 3 issue. The focus of the editorial is the 2010 budget for the City of Othello. Mr. La Fontaine discusses what he would do with $18 million. The City Council is entrusted with the taxpayers’ monies, not Mr. La Fontaine. The tax dollars the Council is entrusted with, come from many sources; the two most prominent ones are property tax and sales tax, which was omitted from the editorial. The City Council is under a sworn oath to adopt a balanced budget; Mr. La Fontaine is not. So if Mr. La Fontaine has $18 million, he could spend it on big screen TVs as he suggests. The high dollar figure of the budget is the sum total of monies entrusted to the City for reinvesting in the community, and includes enterprise funds such as water/sewer, not just the operating budget. Personally, I am excited that we currently have the monies in the budget to make improvements to our community – and yes, we are growing and are improving City services, an option other cities do not currently have.

Vikings headed to Bellevue

Face Lane CC on Friday

MOSES LAKE — It’s time to start showing where the Big Bend Vikings men’s basketball stacks up in the Northwest Athletic Association of Community Colleges (NWAACC).

Man arrested in connection to triple homicide

Suspect may have committed three robberies

SUNNYSIDE — J. Guadalupe Martinez-Lopez, 24, was taken into custody as a person of interest in the Monday night triple homicide near Mattawa.

POLICE

Reader thankful for officer's assistance

Okay, so I was going down Broadway, in the left turn lane right in front of Griffin’s Bakery. My car died. When I tried to start it something went, clunk, clunk. Traffic was busy. It was 3:30 on a Friday afternoon. I’m not going anywhere. I called the police dispatcher to ask for some protective cover to avoid an accident. Minutes later a police cruiser arrived and parked behind my car. The officer turned on his lights and we waited for a tow truck.

HEALTH CARE REFORM

Reader discusses price of betrayal

We are governed by a group of corrupt individuals that understand the price of betrayal. I have heard all my life that everyone has a price. We all have a price or something that causes us to sell out. What is your price for selling out America? Our government is spending time asking people about their price of betrayal! How about the vote of so-called Blue Dog Democrat Senator Landrieu of Louisiana, as she boasted her payoff was over $300 million. Did AARP get their price for betraying seniors on Medicare, when the health care bill gives AARP millions in added “medigap” insurance as competitors are run out of town?  Groups have their price and Obama’s men found it. The poor don’t need millions as their price of betrayal. The Philippines can buy a vote with a only a sack of rice. Why do the Democrats covet the poor? Is it because they want to help the poor? Nope, it’s because the low price of betrayal. Tell a poor illegal immigrant Mexican, working 12 hours a day for slave wages, he can have free citizenship and free health care, and see if his price of betrayal is met for a lifetime.  For some to betray America, money doesn’t work.  But would social concerns be the price? Yes. How about cap-and-tax and Global Warming Gate? Can lies get you to convert to a world government? Could this be your price of betrayal for giving American sovereignty to a world government? Can fear be used? It’s a favorite tool used to make Americans sell out and give up liberty and freedom everyday. I hope enough of us feel the price of betrayal, to our God given freedom and liberty in America, can never be met by these powers. 

HEALTH CARE REFORM

Reader disagrees with proposed legislation

Anyone who values freedom should reject the health care bill which is close to passage. Encourage state reps and senators to renounce an idea that will drive an out of control deficit higher. Individualism created this country and innovation will solve our problems when government enforces equitable laws and then steps aside allowing that innovation and ambition to prevail.

Contract awarded for Pinto Dam project

Federal stimulus funds used

COLUMBIA BASIN — Improvements to Pinto Dam in the Columbia Basin Irrigation Project are expected to start after the first of the year.

Big Bend to host hoops tourney

MOSES LAKE — A shiver here, a shake there, a slippery move everywhere.

Budget leadership

The state is facing a $2.6 billion deficit and we wonder how Gov. Chris Gregoire is going to remedy the problem.

Grant County H1N1 vaccines not part of recall

Vaccines are from different manufacturer

GRANT COUNTY — Some H1N1 vaccines manufactured by Sanofi Pasteur were recalled.

Celia Hernandez

Celia Hernandez, 80, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Thursday, Dec. 16, 2009, at her home.

POLICE

Reader appreciates officers

While watching the out pouring of support for the fallen officers in Lakewood, Washington, I thought to myself that I don’t show in my opinion, enough respect and caring for our officers here in Moses Lake. Some of us here in the city tend to look at these officers as people out to get us, instead of people looking out for us. Moses Lake officers put his/her life on the line day in and day out, and for that I am grateful.

Quincy hunting for money before deadlines

Asks state for funds

QUINCY — Quincy city officials are hunting money for its water reclamation and reuse facility before state and federal deadlines.

Three men killed near Mattawa

Investigation continues

MATTAWA — Three adult Hispanic males were found shot on Road 24.7 Southwest, two miles west of Mattawa Monday night.

A Christmas gathering is Thursday at Ephrata Medical Center

Center hosts open house

EPHRATA — Ephrata residents can sing Christmas carols and snack on healthy treats at Ephrata Medical Center’s Christmas open house Thursday.

Leona R. Ellis

Leona R. Ellis, 83, of Ephrata, passed away on Dec. 5, 2009, at her residence in Ephrata.

Elwood G. Dart

Elwood G. Dart of Moses Lake, age 77 was called home to be with the Lord on Sunday December 13, 2009 after a brief battle with cancer. He fought the disease with strength, courage, intellect, and on his own terms.  He spent his final days in the home of his daughter in East Wenatchee surrounded by his loving family.

ACH splits twin bill against NW Christian

ACH girls 62Northwest Christian 44

COULEE CITY — An early season buzzsaw continues to churn out victory after victory this girls basketball season.

When it snows, they plow

Snow plow policies for Grant County and cities

COLUMBIA BASIN — With the first snow falling in the Columbia Basin, people may be wondering when their road will be plowed.

LEGAL NOTICE

The Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District (MLIRD) will be holding Board of Director meetings on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the year 2010. Meetings are held in the MLIRD conference room at 932 E. Wheeler Rd., Moses Lake WA 98837. The meetings are open and MLIRD cordially invites attendance and input.

Othello City Council increases sewer rates

Annual $2 increase

OTHELLO — Othello City Council approved to increase monthly sewer rates by $2 annually for the next three years Monday.

John 'Jack' Frederick Leftwich

John ‘Jack’ Frederick Leftwich, “The Iron Man”, was born in Tacoma, WA on February 27, 1932, but moved to Spanish Fork, UT as a child. Jack married Jeanine Fullmer and together they raised four children in Provo, UT; Katrina (Craig) Olsen, John (MaryLu) Leftwich, Linda (Terry, deceased 12-6-09) Cooper, and Kelly (Shelley) Leftwich. Jack and Jeanine later divorced. He married Linda Irene Wiberg in 1977, and claimed her daughter, Kim Kendall (Garrick) Mickelsen, as if she was his own. His family was completed in 1979 when his baby, Jackie (Kevin) Osborne, was born.

Fluaitt claims heavyweight title at Inland Empire

Chiefs finish fourth

INLAND EMPIRE, Calif. — Central Valley High School was the setting for the Inland Empire Classic this weekend and the Moses Lake wrestling team came home better for its appearance there Friday and Saturday.

Charles Allen 'Chuck' Porter

Charles Allen “Chuck” Porter died peacefully at the age of 77 on December 10th, 2009.

Rose Johnston

Rose Johnston went home to be with the Lord on Dec. 8, 2009, at the age of 63 after a long fought battle with ovarian cancer.

Ephrata man threatens to electrocute wife

No injuries

EPHRATA — The Grant County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a man allegedly attempting to electrocute his wife in a bathtub Saturday night.

McGowan sworn in

Looking forward to public service

MOSES LAKE — New Port of Moses Lake Commissioner Brian P. McGowan was sworn in during the regular commission meeting Monday.

Lady Knights break loose in win over Soap Lake

Royal 55Soap Lake 21

ROYAL — It took them a little while to get off the slide, but when they did the Royal Lady Knights made sure of it.

Ephrata, Othello, fare well in own tournaments

Huskies narrowly miss taking title

OTHELLO — If the Othello Leonard Schutte Invitational was as tough as advertised then the host Huskies may have made their point on Saturday.

H1N1 vaccine available to all

Grant County Health District makes recommendation

GRANT COUNTY —  The Grant County Health District’s health officer issued a recommendation to expand the H1N1 vaccinations to include all individuals.

BREAKING: Three men shot, killed near Mattawa

MATTAWA — Three adult Hispanic males were found shot on Road 24.7 Southwest, two miles west of Mattawa last night.

'Project Chinook' could mean 200 new jobs

Company considers Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE — Port of Moses Lake commissioners approved a state funding application on Monday to build an electrical substation for a mystery company eyeing Grant County.

Siria Luna Rodriguez

Siria Luna Rodriguez, 81, a resident of Moses Lake since 1989 passed away on December 9th in Wenatchee, Wa.

Lions earn key win over Devils

Moses Lake Christian Academy 58Wilson Creek 38

WILSON CREEK — Early in the season or not, any league game weighs exponentially on what may happen months down the road.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

File No.: 7023.00641 Grantors: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc. Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Grantee: Estela Yarrito, a single person Tax Parcel ID No.: 000100648000 Abbreviated Legal: Lot 14, KNOLLS VISTA EUB PLAT, GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON Notice of Trustee's Sale Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq. I. On December 28, 2009, 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) will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable at time of sale, the following described real property "Property", situated in the County(ies) of Grant, State of Washington: LOT 14, KNOLLS VISTA E.U.B. PLAT, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 6 OF PLATS, PAGE 25, RECORDS OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON. Commonly known as: 443 NORTH WASHINGTON STREET MOSES LAKE, WA 98837 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 05/09/01, recorded on 05/14/01, under Auditor's File No. 1082941, records of Grant County, Washington, from ESTELA YARRITO, an unmarried woman, as Grantor, to Grant County title Company, as Trustee, to secure an obligation "Obligation" in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. solely as nominee for Select Capital Mortgage Company, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned by Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., under an Assignment/Successive Assignments recorded under Auditor's File No. 1251402. *The Tax Parcel ID number and Abbreviated Legal Description are provided solely to comply with the recording statutes and are not intended to supplement, amend or supersede the Property's full legal description provided herein. 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. 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 09/21/2009 Monthly Payments $3,892.38 Late Charges $155.70 Lender's Fees & Costs $963.32 Total Arrearage $5,011.40 Trustee's Expenses (Itemization) Trustee's Fee $450.00 Title Report $0.00 Statutory Mailings $9.56 Recording Costs $0.00 Postings $70.00 Sale Costs $0.00 Total Costs $529.56 Total Amount Due: $5,540.96 IV. The sum owing on the Obligation is: Principal Balance of $67,907.81, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument evidencing the Obligation from 03/01/09, and such other costs and fees as are due under the Obligation, and as are provided by statute. V. The Property will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale and the Obligation as provided by statute. The sale will be made without representation or warranty, express or implied regarding title, possession, encumbrances or condition of the Property on December 28, 2009. 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 12/17/09 (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 12/17/09 (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 12/17/09 (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 ESTELA YARRITO 443 NORTH WASHINGTON STREET MOSES LAKE, WA 98837 UNKNOWN SPOUSE AND/OR DOMESTIC PARTNER OF ESTELA YARRITO 443 NORTH WASHINGTON STREET MOSES LAKE, WA 98837-1660 by both first class and either certified mail, return receipt requested on 07/24/09, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and on 07/25/09 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 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 who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under Chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. The trustee's rules of auction may be accessed at

Dobson honored for accreditation work

Plaque awarded

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake police Cpl. Annalisa Dobson was presented with a plaque of appreciation for her work during an accreditation audit.

Lady Vikings fall to no. 1 team

Clackamas 83Big Bend 66

MOSES LAKE — Wisdom gained sometimes comes via victory opportunities lost.

Othello Huskies win CWAC opener

Othello 64Prosser 46

OTHELLO — It took a little longer to get their season off the ground but the Othello Huskies opened up their boys basketball season on Friday with an emphatic 64-46 win over Prosser in a Central Washington Athletic Conference (CWAC) win.

Kenneth Otto Frank Engel

Kenneth Otto Frank Engel, age 95, passed away on December 10, 2009.

Science requires naysayers to work

I enjoyed classes on science. They were exciting. Understanding how things work would keep my attention in class far beyond my parents’ belief.

Moses Lake man sentenced for drive-by

Drove van used in shooting

EPHRATA — One of two men charged in an August drive-by shooting in Moses Lake was sentenced to a year in jail.

Curtis W. Kulm

Curtis W. Kulm, 57, was born December 12, 1951 to Fred J. and Betty Kulm (Oylear). He attended Lind schools and graduated in 1970. He completed a degree in Diesel Mechanics at the Community Colleges of Spokane, then returned to Lind and worked as a diesel mechanic. In 1981 he began a farming partnership with his brother; which continued to the present. He was a member of Good Hope Lutheran Church in Lind. Curtis is survived by his mother Betty Kulm (Oylear) of Lind, his sisters: Connie Meilke (Karl) of Guelph, Ontario, Canada and Debbie Rausch (Leonard) of Spokane, his brother Fred Kulm of Lind, 7 nieces and nephews, 10 great-nieces and nephews, friend Jacque Laird and sons Derrick and Bryden. Visitation will be Sunday December 13, 2009 from 1 PM to 5 PM at the funeral home. A Memorial Service will be Monday December 14, 2009 at 11:00 AM at Good Hope Lutheran Church in Lind. Interment will be at Lind Cemetery. Danekas Funeral Home and Crematory is entrusted with arrangements. Memorials are suggested to Good Hope Lutheran Church in Lind or Lind EMT.

Pups steal win from Moses Lake girls

Gonzaga Prep 73Moses Lake 63

Ephrata 75, Ellensburg 61; Prosser 55, Othello 48; Quincy 32, Cascade 29

Two invitationals highlights mat action

Ephrata, Othello Tournaments Saturday

MOSES LAKE — A new wrestling season has already brought with it various new story lines to compel Columbia Basin fans of the sport.

Chiefs take fourth with young crew; Quincy earns eighth place

Moreno takes 145-pound title

KENNEWICK — An early season test for 18 wrestling programs was given at the Bob Mars Invitational on Saturday and it would be a safe bet to say both Moses Lake and Quincy High Schools passed.

NOTICE: ANNOUNCEMENT OF AVAILABILITY OF APPLICATION

PERMIT NO.: ST-8095

Glenn E. Schneider

Glenn E. Schneider, 94, Moses Lake resident passed away Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2009, at Lakeview Home Care in Moses Lake. Inurnment will be at Guarding Angels Cemetery, 2595 Road L N.E., Moses Lake. Arrangements are in care of Kayser’s Chapel & Crematory, Moses Lake.

Chiefs drop home opener to Wenatchee

Wenatchee 110Moses Lake 76

MOSES LAKE — Beginning the home portion of their schedule the Moses Lake High School boys’ swim and dive team couldn’t quite get over the hump in a 110-76 loss to Wenatchee on Thursday night.

Clarifying ShirtBuilders' role with irrigation district

GUEST EDITORIAL

MOSES LAKE —  I am writing this letter to the community at large regarding a recent Rich Archer campaign flyer mailing that included the name of my business, ShirtBuilders, information pertaining  to work done for the Moses Lake Irrigation & Rehabilitation District and additional information that could lead to negative or wrong conclusions.

Chiefs get even with Kennewick in shootout

MOSES LAKE — If pins were dollar bills to pick up off the ground anyone near Lake Bowl on Thursday afternoon could have made a killing cleaning up.

Chiefs get job done in big win at Davis

Moses Lake 51Davis 21

MOSES LAKE — They are not quite where they want to be but Moses Lake High School’s wrestling team still finds ways to win.

MACC seeks tower spot again

Planned location won't allow for tower

MOSES LAKE — The Multi Agency Communications Center (MACC) may be looking for another location for a Moses Lake radio tower.

Moses Lake man accidentally shot

In stable condition

MOSES LAKE — A 43-year-old Moses Lake man accidentally shot himself in the face while hunting with friends near Road U, about 10 miles east of Moses Lake.

Janice Mary (Turcotte) Foltz

Janice Mary (Turcotte) Foltz went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, December 1, 2009.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE APN: 11-0993-203 TS No: WA-09-301537-SH PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER 61.24 ET. SEQ. I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Quality Loan Service Corp. of Washington, the undersigned Trustee, will on 1/8/2010, at 10:00:00 AM at THE POLICE JUSTICE COURT BUILDING, 401 BALSAM STREET IN THE CITY OF MOSES LAKE, WA sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable, in the form of cash, or cashier's check or certified checks from federally or State chartered banks, at the time of sale the following described real property, situated in the County of GRANT, State of Washington, to-wit: LOT 4, BLOCK 1, SAGE BAY DIVISION NO. 8, MAJOR PLAT, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 17 OF PLATS, PAGE(S) 80,81,82 AND 83, RECORDS OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON. Commonly known as: 801 West Windrose Drive Moses Lake, WA 98837 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 10/19/2005, recorded 10/20/2005, under Auditor's File No. 1179011, in Book xxx, Page xxxrecords of GRANT County, Washington, from ROMAN P. SKRIPNIK, A SINGLE MAN, as Grantor(s), to FIRST AMERICAN TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY, as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR HOME123 CORPORATION, A CALIFORNIA 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 Borrower's or Grantor's default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust/Mortgage. III. The default(s) for which this foreclosure is made is/are as follows: Failure to pay when due the following amounts which are now in arrears: $15,900.42 IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $123,183.17, together with interest as provided in the Note from the 12/1/2008,and such other costs and fees as are provided by statute. V. The above-described real property will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale and the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust as provided by statute. Said sale will be made without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances on 1/8/2010. TThe defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by 12/28/2009 (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 12/28/2009 (11 days before the sale) the default as set forth in Paragraph III is cured and the Trustee's fees and costs are paid. Payment must be in cash or with cashier's or certified checks from a State or federally chartered bank. The sale may be terminated any time after the 12/28/2009 (11 days before the sale date) and before the sale, by the Borrower or Grantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance by paying the principal and interest, plus costs, fees and advances, if any, made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust. VI. A written Notice of Default was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following address(es): NAME ADDRESS ROMAN P. SKRIPN1K, A SINGLE MAN 801 West Windrose Drive Moses Lake, WA 98837 by both first class and certified mail on 7/22/2009, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and the Borrower and Grantor were personally served, if applicable, with said written Notice of Default or the written Notice of Default was posted in a conspicuous place on the real property described in Paragraph 1 above, and the Trustee has possession of proof of such service or posting. VII. The Trustee whose name and address are set forth below will provide in writing to anyone requesting it, a statement of all costs and fees due at any time prior to the sale. VIII. The effect of the sale will be to deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their interest in the above-described property. IX. Anyone having any objections to this sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustee's sale. 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 who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under Chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee's Attorney. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. DATED: 10/1/2009 Quality Loan Service Corp. of Washington, as Trustee By: Seth Ott, Asst. Secretary For Non-Sale, Payoff and Reinstatement info Quality Loan Service Corp of Washington 2141 Fifth Avenue San Diego, CA92101 (866) 925-7490 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 or Login to:

THANKS

Reader enjoys horoscopes and comics

Thank you for sending our class free newspapers. Something I like about the newspaper is the horoscopes and the comics. I like the horoscopes because it’s kind of like reading those fortune cookies. And I like the comics because they are very funny!

Archer wins irrigation district spot

Turnout more than doubles from last election

MOSES LAKE — Challenger Rich Archer was ahead by 155 votes in Tuesday’s election for the position on the Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District’s Board of Directors.

Soap Lake community weighs in

List personal and professional characteristics desired

SOAP LAKE — Soap Lake community members spoke about their ideal superintendent at a community meeting.

THANKS

Reader thinks paper needs more comics

Thank you for giving us the newspapers because they are education and fun. My favorite pages are the sports and comics and no offense I think you should add more comics. But you don’t have to. Thank you very much for the paper and I hope you give us the papers and thank you very much.

THANKS

Reader enjoys comics and sports section

Thank you for giving us the newspaper for free. One thing I do with your newspaper is that I always read the comics. My favorite one is Garfield. I also like reading the sports section.

GRANT COUNTY PUD

Reader thinks rate increase is unnecessary

There are a lot of things I have to be thankful for, and this time of the year is a good time to reflect on them. I have a good family, good health, and live in, what I consider, the best place in the world.

THANKS

Reader enjoys learning about community

Thank you for sending copies of the Columbia Basin Herald newspaper for free. I like to look at the comics because they are very funny. It was nice to see who is in the lead for prosecutor. Thanks again for the newspaper because we can learn about our community.

THANKS

Reader laughs at comics, enjoys crime stories

Thank you very much for letting us have Columbia Basin Herald for free. Our class really appreciates that. The one thing I always read every time we get the paper is the comics and the horoscopes. I enjoy every comic, sometimes I even burst out with laughter. Another thing I read is the stories about crimes that been done because it is interesting to know what happens all over our community.

GRANT COUNTY PUD

Reader questions subsidies

When Grant County PUD power rates are not based on costs of providing service, explanation of a proposed budget that points to multi-year rate increases creates a lack of trust.

J. Carol Cook

J. Carol Cook, 80, of Moses Lake, passed away December 5, 2009 in Kennewick, WA.

THANKS

Reader likes learning using newspaper

Thank you for giving us the newspaper for free. I like the comics you have. They are funny. We like to use it because we use it for our writing and reading. Also it helps our vocab. So thank you for giving us the paper for free. And if you could write back.

JUSTICE

Readers are upset with DUI/drug court

The following is true and correct to the best of our knowledge although some statements are purely our opinion.

THANKS

Reader appreciates Newspapers in Education

My sixth grade students appreciate receiving the Columbia Basin Herald twice each week through the Newspapers in Education program. As you will see the their letters, my students enjoy it very much and have used it in a number of ways. It is raising their community awareness and is providing an entertaining way to enhance their reading and writing skills. Thank you.

SCHOOLS

Reader appreciates Frontier

In the spring, Frontier Middle School has a fundraiser which benefits activities.

THANKS

Reader appreciates chance to read paper

Thank you so much for sending us these newspapers. We have had fun reading the comics and also reading about important events. Some of us wouldn’t have gotten the chance to otherwise. Thank you again.

THANKS

Reader appreciates receiving newspaper

Thank you for sending us the newspaper twice a week. I especially like the Garfield comics because I think they are really funny. I also like the newspaper because it has what is happening in the local news like what is happening in the world.

Thomas Michael Walraf

Thomas Michael Walraf, 68 of Othello, passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2009, with his loving wife at his side.

THANKS

Reader enjoys comics, sports and sudokus

Thank you for giving the newspaper to us free. I really like the comics the Garfield because it is so funny that sometimes I laugh just because he is standing. Another good section is the sports section because there I get the results of the games we did not hear about. The newspaper gives really good information and hard sudokus.

Gorda Jeffcoat Appoloni

Gorda Jeffcoat Appoloni was called home to heaven on Dec. 6, 2009, in Moses Lake, Washington, at the ripe “young” age of 90.

THANKS

Reader enjoys news coverage

Thank you for giving us the newspaper free, it is greatly appreciated!

THANKS

Reader enjoys reading area news

The newspaper is very interesting and informative. I like knowing what’s going on outside of school and outside of our small town of Quincy. Thank you very much for giving us the opportunity to learn more about what you write.

Clarifying ShirtBuilders' role with irrigation district

GUEST EDITORIAL

MOSES LAKE —  I am writing this letter to the community at large regarding a recent Rich Archer campaign flyer mailing that included the name of my business, ShirtBuilders, information pertaining  to work done for the Moses Lake Irrigation & Rehabilitation District and additional information that could lead to negative or wrong conclusions.

THANKS

Reader enjoys sports section, comics

Thanks for the newspaper every week. One of my favorite sections is the sports. I like it because you actually include details about the game. And the comics are funny. One of my favorite ones are Baby Blues and Garfield. On Baby Blues I like it when Zoe gets new boots. I really enjoy your newspaper.

Classic, Memorial play together at Big Bend

Action begins Friday at 4 p.m.

MOSES LAKE — Two events with the same purpose of bringing basketball fans together take place at Big Bend Community College.

THANKS

Reader hopes to continue receiving paper

Thank you for giving us free newspapers weekly. I enjoy reading local news and knowing what’s going on around our community. I would like for you to keep sending us the newspaper so we can have a fun task to do in the mornings. Thank you again!

THANKS

Reader enjoys newspaper in classroom

Thank you for all of the newspaper and for not charging us. The newspaper have brought so much fun to the classroom. One time we had to choose a job in the newspaper, that we would like to do, why we would be good at it, and what we would have to work on. So again, thank you for the free newspaper. They were so fun.

Vikings to host No.1 team

Clackamas CC tops in NWAACC

MOSES LAKE — A solid start to the new women’s basketball season will be tested as the Big Bend Community College Lady Vikings face their biggest test to date.

No magic wand, only hard choices with state budget

GUEST EDITORIAL

OLYMPIA — In our state, the governor must submit a balanced budget to the Legislature. That means government spending must equal tax collections.  Unlike Congress, we cannot borrow or print money.

THANKS

Reader enjoys election stories

Thank you so much for the Columbia Basin Herald. We all appreciate it very much. It really helps us learn about the communities around us. I especially like the debates and stories about people running for office. And again, thank you so much for giving us the free paper. We truly enjoy it.

THANKS

Reader enjoys learning about Columbia Basin

Thank you for giving us the newspaper for free, we really enjoy it. What I like about getting the paper was reading the comics and finding out what was going on in the Columbia Basin.

THANKS

Reader appreciates newspaper content

I like your newspaper because the comic page is funny. My favorite comic strip is the one about Garfield. I also thank you for giving us the newspaper free to us. I also like how you put the stuff that is important like the election of Albert Lin and Angus Lee. That is why I like your newspaper.

THANKS

Reader enjoys sports, comics in paper

Thank you for providing the Columbia Basin Herald newspaper for our class. We all appreciate it very much.

Daily danger

I was two blocks away when I heard the gunshots.

THANKS

Reader enjoys using newspaper in class

Thank you for sending the free newspapers to our class. My favorite part of the newspapers is the comics. I think that they are funny. Our class uses the newspapers to read them and then answer questions. Sometimes we make videos about things in the newspaper, like the election. We had a debate and a vote in our classroom. Again thanks so much for the newspapers.

Officers attend Lakewood memorial

Honor Guards show support for fallen police

TACOMA — Columbia Basin police agencies attended the memorial in the Tacoma Dome for the four slain Lakewood police officers killed in a coffee shop last month.

THANKS

Reader doesn't understand horoscopes

I am very grateful that you send us the paper twice a week. I think my classmates do too. My favorite part is the comics. I don’t understand what the purpose of horoscope is though. What are you trying to say? Any way, I like the paper a lot! Thank you again for sending my class the paper.

THANKS

Reader appreciates support

I would like to thank the Grant County Republicans for their commitment to our local government during the selection of applicants for the position of Grant County Coroner. The active involvement of citizens is vital to our “government of the people, by the people and for the people.”

Stimulus funds possible for fiber

Grant PUD researching option

EPHRATA — With a consultant’s help, Grant County PUD staff is researching whether or not to apply for more than $40 million in federal broadband stimulus funds.

Greenhouse greed deters businesses

GUEST EDITORIAL

OLYMPIA — As the debate rages over the causes and consequences of global warming, one impact is certain: Global warming is about to create an avalanche of lawsuits against the federal government and private industry.

Chiefs fall to 0-4 after losing to Idaho champions

Coeur D'Alene 80Moses Lake 52

MOSES LAKE — They aren’t the Idaho 5A state champions for nothing.

Moses Lake bowls over Chiawana, 4-0

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Chiefs bowling squad ran its record to 6-1 on the season with a resounding 4-0 win over Chiawana at Lake Bowl on Tuesday night.

Heber Virgil Hellewell

Heber Virgil Hellewell, 90, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Saturday, Dec. 5, 2009 at his home.

Albert Lin, Teddy Chow face unemployment

Deputy prosecutors must be reappointed to work

EPHRATA — It is unknown whether two Grant County deputy prosecuting attorneys are staying with the office.

Bad medicine

We would enjoy affordable health care for everyone in the United States.

Marjorie Francis (Myke) Rodriquez

Marjorie Francis (Myke) Rodriquez, 63, was born on December 18, 1945 to Harold William Ray and Edna Otha (Mount) Ray in Bremerton, Washington. She passed away peacefully December 2, 2009 in Spokane, Washington.

Late pin clinches Ephrata win over Quincy

Ephrata 39, Quincy 33

EPHRATA — How sweet it is.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

File No.: 7763.25420 Grantors: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc. JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, as purchaser of the loans and other assets of Washington Mutual Bank, formerly known as Washington Mutual Bank, FA (the "Savings Bank") successor to Washington Mutual Home Loans, Inc. fka PNC Mortgage Corporation of America from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, acting as receiver for the Savings Bank and pursuant to its authority under the Federal Deposit Insurance Act, 12 U.S.C. degrees 1821(d). Grantee: Michael J. Hazenberg and Nedra J. Hazenberg, husband and wife Tax Parcel ID No.: 09 1510 231 Abbreviated Legal: Lot 7, Blk 2, Replat of Gateway Estate #2 Notice of Trustee's Sale Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq. I. On December 18, 2009, 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) will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable at time of sale, the following described real property "Property", situated in the County(ies) of Grant, State of Washington: Lot 7, Block 2 Replat of Gateway Estates Division No. 2, according to the plat thereof recorded in Volume 10 of Plats, Page 52, records of Grant County, Washington. Commonly known as: 8635 Charles Road Northeast Moses Lake, WA 98837 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 02/19/97, recorded on 02/28/97, under Auditor's File No. 1003457, records of Grant County, Washington, from Michael J. Hazenberg and Nedra J. Hazenberg, husband and wife, as Grantor, to Security Title Guaranty, Inc, a Washington Corporation, as Trustee, to secure an obligation "Obligation" in favor of Washington Mutual Bank, as Beneficiary. *The Tax Parcel ID number and Abbreviated Legal Description are provided solely to comply with the recording statutes and are not intended to supplement, amend or supersede the Property's full legal description provided herein. 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. 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 09/14/2009 Monthly Payments $5,174.40 Late Charges $137.60 Lender's Fees & Costs $21.70 Total Arrearage $5,333.70 Trustee's Expenses (Itemization) Trustee's Fee $725.00 Title Report $384.12 Statutory Mailings $9.56 Recording Costs $15.00 Postings $70.00 Sale Costs $10.00 Total Costs $1,213.68 Total Amount Due: $6,547.38 Other known defaults as follows: IV. The sum owing on the Obligation is: Principal Balance of $58,985.68, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument evidencing the Obligation from 03/01/09, and such other costs and fees as are due under the Obligation, and as are provided by statute. V. The Property will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale and the Obligation as provided by statute. The sale will be made without representation or warranty, express or implied regarding title, possession, encumbrances or condition of the Property on December 18, 2009. 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 12/07/09 (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 12/07/09 (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 12/07/09 (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 Michael J. Hazenberg 8635 Charles Road Northeast Moses Lake, WA 98837 Nedra J. Hazenberg 8635 Charles Road Northeast Moses Lake, WA 98837 by both first class and either certified mail, return receipt requested on 07/17/09, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and on 07/17/09 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 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 who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under Chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. The trustee's rules of auction may be accessed at

Matney sworn in as new coroner

Started job on Monday

EPHRATA — Dave Matney was sworn in as Grant County coroner Monday.

IRRIGATION DISTRICT

Reader supports Richard Teals

Richard Teals has devoted much time and effort for the good of our community, such as Trail Planning Team Member, Vision 2020, and Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation Chairman of the Board. As a current member of the Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation Board, he is working diligently on lake clean-up. Not only pickup and disposal of trash but on the buildup of silt and ash which has raised the bottom of the lake by many feet as evidenced in upper Parker Horn when the lake level is down.

Teals defends seat on irrigation board

Wants to dredge Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE — There’s work Richard Teals wants continued in his bid for re-election to the Moses Lake Irrigation & Rehabilitation District board on Dec. 8.

U.S. CONSTITUTION

Reader discusses document’s importance

Has our Constitution, the founding document of our nation, been destroyed?

Warden improves, falls short in loss

Girls Basketball Roundup

Omak 60, Warden 48; Chelan 50, Ephrata 40; Goldendale 54, Royal 33; Wilson Creek 41, Cascade Christian 24

Archer runs for irrigation position

Wants to serve

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake car salesman Rich Archer is challenging incumbent Richard Teals for his seat on the Moses Lake Irrigation & Rehabilitation District board during a Dec. 8 election.

IRRIGATION DISTRICT

Reader urges vote for Richard Teals

Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District election of a board member will be held December 8, 2009, from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m., at the City Fire Station on Third Avenue.

Grant Fire District 5 responds to two fires

Two residences destroyed

MOSES LAKE — Grant County Fire District 5 responded to two residential fires Sunday in the areas surrounding Moses Lake.

LEGAL NOTICE

Selland Construction will start clearing & roadway excavation operations for the Road 16 NE Crab Creek Crossing near Soap Lake, WA effective December 7, 2009 for Grant County Public Works. Construction will continue for 50 working days. Traffic Control will be handled with signage and flagger as needed starting Monday December 7, 2009. The road will remain open to traffic at all times, however we request that traffic is limited.

Solid start for Chiefs

Swim and Dive take relay title

WALLA WALLA — An old sports adage goes, “It’s not how you start, it’s how you finish.”

Lady Vikings take third place in Bellevue

Bates named to all-tournament team

BELLEVUE — Following a tough semifinal loss at the Bulldog Classic, the Big Bend Community College Lady Vikings basketball team showed its resiliency with a resounding 74-67 comeback win over Highland Community College on Sunday.

PUD, landowners talk salmon recovery

Project part of relicensing requirements

EPHRATA — During the following months, policy discussions could occur regarding Grant County PUD’s proposed supplementation of endangered spring Chinook salmon in Chelan County.

H1N1 vaccines publicly available

Priority groups get vaccinated first

COLUMBIA BASIN — Pharmacies, such as Walgreens and Safeway in Moses Lake, received shipments of H1N1 vaccines last week.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON

Eddie C. Eckenberg

Eddie C. Eckenberg was called home to be with our Lord and Savior on November 29, 2009 after a lengthy battle with Rheumatoid Arthritis. He fought the disease courageously and on his terms. He spent his final day at home with the Love of his life Kay and his adoring family.

Ephrata cable agreement presented to city council

Company to carry high definition television

EPHRATA — The Ephrata City Council held its first reading of a new 10-year agreement with Northland Cable to provide service to the city.

Heber Hellewell

Heber Hellewell, 90, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Saturday, Dec. 5, 2009, at his home.

Reflections on a story hitting too close to home

Nothing makes me contemplate my life more than hearing, reading or experiencing a tragedy.

Marjorie Rodriquez

Marjorie Rodriquez, 63, passed away on Dec. 2, 2009, at Heritage Funeral Home, Spokane.

The Christmas List

Owen McClain, Golf Instructor

Priest Rapids Dam restarted

Equipment repaired after outage

PRIEST RAPIDS DAM — The last of nine damaged generators was expected to be restarted by Thursday at the Priest Rapids powerhouse.

Blessings in a bag

Groceries being gathered in Warden

WARDEN — Warden families in need of a blessing for the holidays can look to the Warden Ministerial Alliance.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

Pursuant to R. C. W. Chapter 61.24, et seq. and 62A. 9A-604(a)(2) et seq. Trustee's Sale No: 01-FMB-80519 I NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee, REGIONAL TRUSTEE SERVICES CORPORATION, will on December 18, 2009, at the hour of 10:00 AM, at THE POLICE JUSTICE COURT BUILDING, 401 BALSAM STREET, MOSES LAKE, WA, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable at the time of sale, the following described real and personal property (hereafter referred to collectively as the "Property"), situated in the County of GRANT, State of Washington: LOT 13, BLOCK 2, CRESTVIEW HEIGHTS ADDITION TO MOSES LAKE, AS PER PLAT RECORDED IN VOLUME 16 OF PLATS, PAGES 33, 34 AND 35, RECORDS OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON. Tax Parcel No: 091325320, commonly known as 333 NORTH CRESTVIEW DRIVE , MOSES LAKE, WA. The Property is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 8/9/2005, recorded 8/19/2005 , under Auditor's/Recorder's No. 1175179, records of GRANT County, Washington, from SERGEY PODOLYAN AND OLGA PODOLYAN, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, as Grantor, to CHICAGO TITLE, as Trustee, in favor of INDYMAC BANK, F.S.B., as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which is presently held by ONEWEST BANK FSB. II No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any court by reason of the Borrower's or Grantor's default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust. Ill The default(s) for which this foreclosure is/are made are as follows: FAILURE TO PAY THE MONTHLY PAYMENT WHICH BECAME DUE ON 7/1/2009, AND ALL SUBSEQUENT MONTHLY PAYMENTS, PLUS LATE CHARGES AND OTHER COSTS AND FEES AS SET FORTH. Failure to pay when due the following amounts which are now in arrears: Amount due as of September 18, 2009 Delinquent Payments from April 01, 2009 6 payments at $ 1,408.33 each $ 8,449.98 (04-01-09 through 09-18-09) Late Charges: $ 373.32 Beneficiary Advances: $ 22.00 Suspense Credit: $ 0.00 TOTAL: $ 8,845.30 IV The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: Principal $213,334.16, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument secured, and such other costs and fees as are due under the note or other instrument secured, and as are provided by statute. V The above described real property will be sold to satisfy the expenses of sale and the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust as provided by statute. The sale will be made without warranty, express or implied regarding title, possession, or eencumbrances on December 18, 2009. The default(s) referred to in paragraph III must be cured by December 7, 2009 (11 days before the sale date) to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time on or before December 7, 2009, (11 days before the sale date) the default(s) as set forth in paragraph III is/are cured and the Trustee's fees and costs are paid. The sale may be terminated at any time after December 7, 2009, (11 days before the sale date) and before the sale, by the Borrower, Grantor, any Guarantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance paying the entire principal and interest secured by the Deed of Trust, plus costs, fees, and advances, if any, made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust, and curing all other defaults. VI A written Notice of Default was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following addresses: OLGA PODOLYAN, 333 NORTH CRESTVIEW DRIVE, MOSES LAKE, WA, 98837 OLGA PODOLYAN, 301 NORTH CRESTVIEW DRIVE, MOSES LAKE, WA, 98837 OLGA PODOLYAN, 245 NORTH CRESTVIEW DRIVE, MOSES LAKE, WA, 98837 OLGA PODOLYAN, 301 CRESTVIEW DRIVE, MOSES LAKE, WA, 98837 SERGEY PODOLYAN AKA SERGIO PODOLYAN, 333 NORTH CRESTVIEW DRIVE, MOSES LAKE, WA, 98837 SERGEY PODOLYAN AKA SERGIO PODOLYAN, 301 NORTH CRESTVIEW DRIVE, MOSES LAKE, WA, 98837 SERGEY PODOLYAN AKA SERGIO PODOLYAN, 245 NORTH CRESTVIEW DRIVE, MOSES LAKE, WA, 98837 SERGEY PODOLYAN AKA SERGIO PODOLYAN, 301 CRESTVIEW DRIVE, MOSES LAKE, WA, 98837 SERGIO PADOLYAN, 333 NORTH CRESTVIEW DRIVE, MOSES LAKE, WA, 98837 SERGIO PADOLYAN, 301 NORTH CRESTVIEW DRIVE, MOSES LAKE, WA, 98837 SERGIO PADOLYAN, 245 NORTH CRESTVIEW DRIVE, MOSES LAKE, WA, 98837 SERGIO PADOLYAN, 301 CRESTVIEW DRIVE, MOSES LAKE, WA, 98837 by both first class and certified mail on 8/18/2009, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and on 8/19/2009, the Borrower and Grantor were personally served with said written notice of default or the written Notice of Default was posted in a conspicuous place on the real property described in paragraph I above, and the Trustee has possession of proof of such service or posting. VII The Trustee's Sale will be held in accordance with Ch. 61.24 RCW and anyone wishing to bid at the sale will be required to have in his/her possession at the time the bidding commences, cash, cashier's check, or certified check in the amount of at least one dollar over the Beneficiary's opening bid. In addition, the successful bidder will be required to pay the full amount of his/her bid in cash, cashier's check, or certified check within one hour of the making of the bid. The Trustee whose name and address are set forth below will provide in writing to anyone requesting it, a statement of all costs and fees due at any time prior to the sale. VIII The effect of the sale will be to deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all of their interest in the above described property. IX Anyone having any objection to the sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the same pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustee's Sale. X NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS The purchaser at the Trustee's Sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the Grantor under the Deed of Trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the Deed of Trust, including occupants who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceeding under Chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with section 2 of this act. DATED: September 18 , 2009. EffectiveDate: REGIONAL TRUSTEE SERVICES CORPORATION Trustee By ANNA EGDORF, AUTHORIZED AGENT Address: 616 1st Avenue, Suite 500 Seattle, WA 98104 Phone: (206) 340-2550 Sale Information: www.

Vikings open season with resounding win

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MOSES LAKE —  Not only were they back to their familiar scoring ways, but the Big Bend Vikings’ basketball team turned up the defense.

Soap Lake's Winterfest starts Saturday

Food, turkey bowling, pictures with Santa

SOAP LAKE — Soap Lake businesses plan to bring Christmas from around the world to the city on Saturday.

Gerald John Haberman

Gerald John Haberman, Moses Lake resident, passed away on the morning of Wednesday, December 2, 2009.

Eunice Jean Maurer

Eunice Jean Maurer, 76, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Thursday, Dec. 3, 2009, at Samaritan Hospital in Moses Lake.

PUD receives Enron money

Part of lawsuit settlement

EPHRATA — Grant County PUD commissioners will be presented with information on Monday about the utility receiving $77,940 from an Enron lawsuit settlement.

Spotlight falls on Coulee City Saturday

Big 1B doubleheader tips off at 6 p.m.

COULEE CITY — Week one of the new basketball season is underway and many teams are just starting to get a feel for things.

Ordinance No. 2538

An ordinance creating Chapter 13.01 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "Stormwater General Provisions"

Chiefs get it done; defeat Southridge

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MOSES LAKE — It may not have been the ideal way to open the season but the Moses Lake Chiefs wrestling squad managed to finally put away a scrappy Southridge squad 45-24 Thursday night.

Man tries to rob Golden Corral

Police seek suspect

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake police are looking for the man who attempted to rob the Golden Corral restaurant in Moses Lake on North Stratford Road, Tuesday afternoon.

IRRIGATION DISTRICT

Reader supports Richard Teals

Richard Teals has devoted much time and effort for the good of our community, such as Trail Planning Team Member, Vision 2020, and Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation Chairman of the Board. As a current member of the Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation Board, he is working diligently on lake clean-up. Not only pickup and disposal of trash but on the buildup of silt and ash which has raised the bottom of the lake by many feet as evidenced in upper Parker Horn when the lake level is down.

MOSES LAKE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

Administrators apologize for ad content

On Friday, Nov. 27, a message was published within the Moses Lake Christian Academy paid advertisement section that inaccurately portrays the feelings and beliefs of MLCA towards the Public School District.  

Outreach collecting donations

Located at Moses Lake Food Pavilion

MOSES LAKE — Grant County Animal Outreach is hosting the Sixth Annual Sheriff Construction Pet Food and Supplies Drive at Food Pavilion in Moses Lake this weekend.

IRRIGATION DISTRICT

Reader urges vote for Richard Teals

Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District election of a board member will be held December 8, 2009, from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m., at the City Fire Station on Third Avenue.

THANKS

Readers appreciate support for Turkey Drive

On behalf of Samaritan Healthcare, please allow us to take this opportunity to thank you for your participation in the 9th annual Samaritan Healthcare Turkey Drive to benefit the Moses Lake Food Bank.

Greenhouse greed deters businesses

GUEST EDITORIAL

OLYMPIA — As the debate rages over the causes and consequences of global warming, one impact is certain: Global warming is about to create an avalanche of lawsuits against the federal government and private industry.

Lighted ag parade is Friday

Entries increase from last year

MOSES LAKE — Jazz, roasted marshmallows, fund-raisers and a festive parade are some of the featured items during Friday’s Holiday Lighted Agricultural Appreciation Parade and Street Party.

MOSES LAKE PARKS AND REC

Reader appreciates department staff

I would like to recognize our Moses Lake Parks and Recreation Department. Thanks to Director Spencer Grigg and his team, we enjoy beautiful parks and athletic fields. The Larson Recreation Center, ice rink, concessions, museum, plus the many innovative programs and events.

U.S. CONSTITUTION

Reader discusses document's importance

Has our Constitution, the founding document of our nation, been destroyed?

Davenport defeats ACH

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COULEE CITY — In the newest chapter of David versus Goliath, it was the big guys who managed to stave off defeat.

Dorothy J. Kimball

Dorothy J. Kimball passed away peacefully Tuesday, December 1, 2009.

Bad medicine

We would enjoy affordable health care for everyone in the United States.

THANKS

Reader appreciates support

I would like to thank the Grant County Republicans for their commitment to our local government during the selection of applicants for the position of Grant County Coroner. The active involvement of citizens is vital to our “government of the people, by the people and for the people.”

GRANT COUNTY PUD RATES

Reader supports lower rate

Ag Power Users of Grant County was formed last year to represent the Irrigators in Grant County in working with Grant County PUD, speak with one voice and present factual information about this industry.

Salvation Army hosts holiday programs

Moving their office

GRANT COUNTY — The Salvation Army is moving to a new location and has several programs underway this holiday season.

Recipe junkie takes on Pillsbury challenge

Going national

ROYAL CITY — When Susie Littlewood, 41, was notified she is a finalist in the 44th annual Pillsbury Bake-Off Contest, she couldn’t believe it.

Student's senior project is Santa

Photo opportunity raises funds

MOSES LAKE — Children can come take a picture and visit with Santa during Friday’s agriculture parade.

One day sentence for harassment

Held two people at gun point

EPHRATA — A Moses Lake man was sentenced to a day in jail after he held two people at gun point in July.

Othello supports tourism events

Funding given

OTHELLO — Othello City Council approved to fund various tourism attractions.

'Black Friday' sales a mix

Columbia Basin stores' successes vary

COLUMBIA BASIN — Some Columbia Basin businesses reported “Black Friday” sales were mix when compared to last year.

West Side Squishees

Owen McClain, teaching professional

Doris Virginia Rauter

On November 28, 2009, Doris Virginia Rauter, a longtime Warden resident, passed away peacefully in Spokane, WA with her family by her side.

Moses Lake Festival of Trees is a success

Habitat raised $45,000 for tenth home

MOSES LAKE — About $45,000 was raised to build a home for a family of six at the Festival of Trees auction Saturday.

Man arrested for storage unit fire

Arson may be "domestic related"

MOSES LAKE — Jason W. Kneff, 29, was arrested by Moses Lake police for allegedly setting fire to his storage unit.

Cougars, Knights look to improve

BASKETBALL PREVIEW: Royal, Warden

MOSES LAKE — They were two teams on the outside looking in, but the new boys basketball season could breath life into both the Warden Cougars and Royal Knights.