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Lloyd George Jackson

Lloyd George Jackson, 91, passed away on Thursday, May 28, 2009.

Armando 'Hondo' Enriquez Sr.

Armando “Hondo” Enriquez Sr., 62, of Othello, died peacefully Monday, May 25, 2009, at the Deaconess Medical Center in Spokane, with his family around him, and in the loving arms of his wife and soul mate Jeannie.

Whalen named Most Valuable Player

Othello’s Amoruso picked girls MVP

OTHELLO — The Othello boys golf team cruised to Central Washington Athletic Conference (CWAC) district championships this season, but it was Ephrata’s Andrew Whalen who brought home the top individual honor.

Skone Irrigation shows customers appreciation

Customers learn about lower prices

WARDEN — During its annual customer appreciation day Wednesday, Skone Irrigation & Supply, Inc. got to tell its clients the latest in decreased pivot and PVC prices.

Relay for Life is today, Saturday

Event raises money for cancer research, programs

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Relay for Life is set to begin at 6 p.m. tonight and end on noon Saturday at the Moses Lake High School track.

Runners compete at Spring Festival in Moses Lake

More than 300 people compete

MOSES LAKE — Competitors from throughout Washington state congregated in Moses Lake over Memorial Day weekend to participate in the Spring Festival run.

Prosecutor software set to run June 15

Will cut down on paper

EPHRATA — The installation of new software for the Grant County Prosecutor’s Office and the Department of Public Defense will start on June 15.

Body is Soap Lake woman

Found in Quincy canal, identified

QUINCY — The body of a woman found floating in a canal near Quincy on May 21 was identified as 48-year-old Rebecca Fletcher, of Soap Lake.

Hastings visits REC

REC applies to become foreign trade zone

GRANT COUNTY — During Rep. Doc Hastings’ tour of REC Silicon, company officials used time with the congressman to tell him about their concerns.

Now is the time to schedule hunter education classes

It happens every year. Come late September, a father or uncle mentions hunting to a son or nephew.

Series planning progresses, housing still needed

Approximately 14 homes needed

MOSES LAKE — Members of the Babe Ruth World Series Task Force assembled Wednesday night to discuss  planning for the 2009 baseball tournament to be held at Larson Playfield Aug. 15 to Aug. 22.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

Notice of Trustee's Sale Pursuant To the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq. File No. 2009-7007 Grantors: RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. Grantee(s): SHARON L OBRASTOFF THEODORE A OBRASTOFF On June 5, 2009 at 10:00 AM The Police Justice Court Building, 401 Balsam Street in the City of Moses Lake, WA., State of Washington, the undersigned Trustee, RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., (subject to any conditions imposed by the trustee to protect the lender and borrower) will sell. at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable at time of sale, the following described real property, situated in the county(ies) of Grant, State of Washington: Tax Parcel ID no.: 04-1474-000 / 04-1477-000 PARCEL 1: THE WEST 50 FEET OF THE SOUTH HALF OF TRACT 10, WEILER-MARTIN TRACT, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 2 OF PLATS, PAGE 110, RECORDS OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON, EXCEPT THE NORTH 10 FEET THER EOF. PARCEL 2: THE MOST WESTERLY 30 FEET OF THE EAST 110 FEET OF THE SOUTH HALF OF TRACT

Witness tampering trial begins for Quincy attorney

Prosecution, defense present opening arguments

EPHRATA — The trial started Wednesday for a Quincy attorney charged with witness tampering.

NOTICE OF MITIGATED DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Moses Lake issued a Mitigated Determination of Non-Significance (MDNS) under the State Environmental Policy Act Rules (Chapter 197-11 WAC) for the following project:

Moses Lake halts man's use of camper

City finds him occupying vehicle in driveway

MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake family was given 60 days to completely move their uncle out of a camper they keep parked on their driveway on Vince Road in Moses Lake.

Awards given at Moses Lake car show

15 awards go to local residents

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Classic Car Club car show attracted 237 cars and four tractors during Moses Lake Spring Festival.

Sabey preps to break ground in Quincy

Company seeks tenants

QUINCY — Sabey Corporation announced their intentions to construct a 525,000 square-foot data center in Quincy called “Intergate.Quincy.”

Jason A. Watts

Jason A. Watts, 35, of Ephrata, passed away on May 24, 2009.

Othello gets three first-team selections

Ephrata lands two second-team picks

COLUMBIA BASIN — Othello wrapped up their regular season Central Washington Athletic Conference (CWAC) softball schedule with a 15-3 record and third place in the standings.

Caren Curtis

A memorial service will be held for Caren Curtis at the Cascade Park Lioness Picnic shelter at 5 p.m., Thursday, May 28.

Albert Earl Anderson

Moses Lake resident Albert Earl Anderson passed away Sunday, May 17, 2009, from complications associated with mesotheliomic cancer. He was 60 years old.

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON

IN AND FOR THE COUNTY WALLA WALLA

Chambers named NAIA All-American

Moses Lake grad receives award

LIBERTY, Mo. — After leading the William Jewell College girls tennis team to an 11-8 record and a second-place finish in the Heart of America Athletic Conference, 2007 Moses Lake graduate Nikki Chambers was named a 2008-2009 honorable mention All-American.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

File No.: 7037.15893 Grantors: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc. Chase Home Finance LLC Grantee: Matthew N. Hargan, a single person Tax Parcel ID No.: 11-0993-682 Abbreviated Legal: Lt 8, Blk 1, Sage Vista #2 Notice of Trustee's Sale Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq. I. On June 5, 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 8, Block 1, Sage Vista Second Addition Major Plat, according to the plat thereof recorded in Volume 24 of plats, Page(s) 90, 91, 92, and 93, records of Grant County, Washington. Commonly known as: 525 N KENTUCKY DR MOSES LAKE, WA 98837 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 11/08/07, recorded on 11/15/07, under Auditor's File No. 1226840, records of Grant County, Washington, from Matthew N. Hargan, a single person, as Grantor, to Security Title Guaranty Inc., as Trustee, to secure an obligation "Obligation" in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. solely as nominee for Evergreen Moneysource Mortgage Company, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned by Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. to Chase Home Finance LLC, under an Assignment/Successive Assignments recorded under Auditor's File No. 1238986. *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 02/28/2009 Monthly Payments $14,851.68 Late Charges $607.32 Lender's Fees & Costs $2,305.60 Total Arrearage $17,764.60 Trustee's Expenses (Itemization) TTrustee's Fee $472.50 Total Costs $472.50 Total Amount Due: $18,237.10 Other known defaults as follows: IV. The sum owing on the Obligation is: Principal Balance of $157,789.31, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument evidencing the Obligation from 02/01/08, 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 June 5, 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 05/25/09 (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 05/25/09 (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 05/25/09 (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 MATTHEW N. HARGAN 525 N KENTUCKY DR MOSES LAKE, WA 98837 UNKNOWN SPOUSE AND/OR DOMESTIC PARTNER OF MATTHEW N. HARGAN 525 N KENTUCKY DR MOSES LAKE, WA 98837 by both first class and either certified mail, return receipt requested on 06/20/08, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and on 06/20/08 Grantor and Borrower were personally served with said written notice of default or the written notice of default was posted on a conspicuous place on the real property described in paragraph I above, and the Trustee has possession of proof of such service or posting. VII. The Trustee, whose name and address are set forth below, will provide in writing to anyone requesting it a statement of all foreclosure costs and trustee's fees due at any time prior to the sale. VIII. The effect of the sale will be to deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their right, title and interest in the Property. IX. Anyone having any objection to the sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustee's sale. X. NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS - The purchaser at the Trustee's Sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the Grantor under the Deed of Trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the deed of trust, including occupants and tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants and tenants by summary proceedings under the unlawful detainer act, Chapter 59.12 RCW. The trustee's rules of auction may be accessed at

Husky Legend Highlights: Mark Brunell

Despite the headlines, the world is not full of evil

Sometimes I can’t help but wonder what’s wrong with the world today.

Mrs. Washington named in Moses Lake Sunday

Local women receive awards

MOSES LAKE — Mrs. Snohomish Elizabeth Larsen was named Mrs. Washington 2009 during the pageant Sunday night at Moses Lake High School.

Othello dominates doubles at district tournament

Prep Tennis Recaps

SELAH, Wash. — The Othello boys and girls doubles teams rebounded from a pair of runner-up finishes at the Central Washington Athletic Conference (CWAC) sub-district tournaments May 18 to claim district titles over the weekend.

Sasquatch! festival results in few offenses

10 arrests, 88 incidents, 70,000 people

GEORGE — Grant County Sheriff’s Office deputies made 88 crime-related contacts during the eighth annual weekend Sasquatch! Music Festival at the Gorge Amphitheater in George.

Grant County Prosecutor's office dismisses 149 old cases

Cases from 1999 to 2006

EPHRATA — The Grant County Prosecutor’s Office found 149 possible cases where the statute of limitations ran out while the police reports sat in filing cabinets.

Coulee City hosts annual rodeo

Event is in 57th year

COULEE CITY — Some of the best cowboys throughout the area congregated in Coulee City over Memorial Day weekend to participate in the 57th annual Coulee City Last Stand Dodge Rodeo.

Train strikes, kills Ephrata man

Man walking on tracks

EPHRATA — Jason Alan Watts, 35, Ephrata, died after he was struck by a train, roughly two miles from Ephrata, Sunday night.

MACC explains tower decision to Grant County commissioners

Sheriff's office questions signal strength

EPHRATA — Members of the Multi Agency Communications Center and the Grant County Sheriff’s Office discussed the placement of a new radio tower in Moses Lake.

Robert Dasch

Robert Dasch, age 50, of Warden, passed away on May 22, 2009, at Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane from complications associated with acute respiratory distress syndrome.

World Series Task Force to assemble

Meeting begins tonight at 7 p.m.

MOSES LAKE — Members of the 2009 Babe Ruth World Series Task Force will assemble tonight at the Holiday Inn Express in Moses Lake to discuss the World Series baseball tournament to be held at Larson Playfield Aug. 15 through Aug. 22.

Lady Tigers claim championship

Girls track recaps

PROSSER, Wash. — The Ephrata girls track team continued their perfect season Friday afternoon with a 55-point victory over Prosser to claim the Central Washington Athletic Conference district team title.

Body found floating in Quincy canal

Man is unidentified

QUINCY — A body of an unidentified adult male was found floating face down in an irrigation canal near Quincy Thursday afternoon.

Robert W. Dasch

Robert W. Dasch, 50, Warden resident, passed away Friday, May 22, 2009, at Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane.

People remember

Grant County communities hold Memorial Day services

GRANT COUNTY — Memorial Day services were held in cemeteries across Grant County Monday.

Red Devils break Othello state streak

Prep softball recaps

SELAH, Wash. — After holding off the Grandview Greyhounds Thursday afternoon to move into the semifinals of the Central Washington Athletic Conference (CWAC) district tournament, the Othello Huskies looked primed to earn their 14th consecutive trip to the state tournament.

John Steven Neys II

John Steven Neys II, 55, passed away Thursday, May 21, 2009, at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Spokane.

Garza leads Huskies to state

Othello rolls past Cheney, Pullman

YAKIMA — Othello senior Marc Garza kept the Huskies alive with his performance on the mound in game one of Saturday’s regional baseball tournament and he pushed Othello into the final four of the state tournament with his performance at the plate in game two.

Ephrata boys cruise to title

Boys track recaps

PROSSER, Wash. — The Ephrata boys track team swept the long jump event at the Central Washington Athletic Conference district track meet Friday and the Tigers cruised past the Selah Vikings to claim the district team title.

Federal lawsuit filed against Lee

Former prosecutor's office employee seeks damages

SPOKANE — A former Grant County employee filed a civil suit in U.S. District Court against the county and her former boss for damages.

Robbery charges dropped

Witness testimony frees men

EPHRATA — Charges against two men accused of robbing a Moses gas station were dismissed Wednesday in Grant County Superior Court.

Ephrata man dies in wreck

Car rolled near Quincy

QUINCY — Donald Edward Reed, 51, Ephrata, died in a one-vehicle accident on state Route 28, eight miles east of Quincy, Thursday morning.

Othello slides past Grandview

Huskies 7Greyhounds 2

OTHELLO — The Huskies broke open a 3-2 game in the bottom of the fifth inning Thursday afternoon on their way to a 7-2 victory over Grandview in the quarterfinals of the district softball tournament.

GM leaves Barry Chevrolet uncertain, but open

Business continues selling, remains Chevrolet through 2010

EPHRATA — Denver Morford smiles, listens and helps an Ephrata couple as they buy a 1995 Buick Regal from him.

Red Devils knock off Jacks

East Valley 10Quincy 0

YAKIMA, Wash. — After upsetting the Prosser Mustangs in nine innings Tuesday, the Quincy Jackrabbits couldn’t maintain their momentum heading into the district softball tournament against East Valley Thursday afternoon in Yakima, Wash.

Timofeyev signs with North Idaho College

Senior led MLCA to state title game

MOSES LAKE — Esther Timofeyev led the Moses Lake Christian Academy (MLCA) to a second-place finish at the state volleyball tournament last season. Now, the senior will take her skills on the court to North Idaho College (NIC).

C&V Auto is surviving well, remains Chrysler

Dealer shares thoughts

MOSES LAKE — One week after Chrysler asked the U.S. Bankruptcy Court to end numerous dealer agreements nationwide, the owner of Moses Lake’s C&V Auto Sales & Service spoke about how his business is surviving.

Pauline Smith

Pauline Smith, 81, Othello resident, passed away on Thursday, May 21, 2009, at LakeRidge Special Center in Moses Lake.

NOTICE OF ROAD CONSTRUCTION

Effective Tuesday May 26, 2009 Copenhaver Construction Inc. will start road construction of the Bouldercrest Road extension starting at the end of the existing Bouldercrest Road, extending southeasterly for approximately 1.4 miles ending at McConihe Road northwest of the city of Moses Lake. The project includes roadway excavation, new drainage, gravel surface, asphalt, striping and seeding. The road will be closed to thru traffic (local traffic only) from Tuesday May 26th through Friday July 24, 2009. If there are any questions on this project, please contact Bru McMartin at 509-636-2800 or 509-977-1254.

Ephrata event draws 350 people in support of children with autism

$2,000 raised

EPHRATA — About 350 people participated in the third annual Autism Walk in Ephrata.

Lyle Barger

Lyle Barger, 82, Moses Lake resident, passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2009, at his home.

Sunland Estates boat ramp reopened

Previously closed from damage

GEORGE — The recently closed Sunland Estates boat launch, about eight miles west of George, will be reopened this afternoon just in time for the Memorial Day weekend.

Extra seat belt police patrols begin today

Grant County law enforcement assists

GRANT COUNTY — The “All Hands on Deck” nighttime seat belt emphasis patrols begin today with Grant County law enforcement participating.

Daniel Gregory Hector

Daniel Gregory Hector, 21, of Ephrata, Washington, passed away on Friday, May 15, 2009, following a motorcycle accident near Moses Lake.

Laurie W. Faulkes

Laurie W. Faulkes, 57, passed away on Friday, May 15, at Central Washington Hospital in Wenatchee, Wash., after a four day stay in ICU, where he was diagnosed with melanoma. We unexpectedly said goodbye to him, our beloved brother, cherished uncle and close friend.

Othello hosts Grandview today

Huskies are No. 3 seed

OTHELLO — The Othello Huskies will begin their quest for a 14th consecutive trip to the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) state softball tournament this afternoon when they host the Grandview Greyhounds.

Woman startles burglar

Suspect fled from residence

MOSES LAKE – A Moses Lake woman investigating a suspicious noise in her home, came upon a potential burglar Wednesday morning.

Bergeson named all-conference

Warden's Santana named SCAC MVP

MOSES LAKE — Although Moses Lake wrapped up their 2009 boys soccer season May 9 with a 1-0 loss at Davis, the Chiefs were rewarded for their efforts this season with four all-conference selections.

LEGAL NOTICE

File No.: 7023.00163 F Grantors: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc. Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Grantee: Jeff J. Jensen, who acquired title as Jeffrey J. Jensen, and Brandy L. Jensen, husband and wife. Tax Parcel ID No.: 12-0660-000 Abbreviated Legal: Notice of Trustee's Sale Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq. I. On May 29, 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 11, BLOCK G, MONTINI ADDITION NO. 2, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 7 OF PLATS, PAGE(S) 99, RECORDS OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON. Commonly known as: 7568 MCBETH LANE NORTHEAST MOSES LAKE, WA 98837 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 05/29/07, recorded on 05/31/07, under Auditor's File No. 1215896, records of Grant County, Washington, from JEFF J. JENSEN and BRANDY L. JENSEN, husband and wife, as Grantor, to Northwest Trustee Services, LLC, as Trustee, to secure an obligation "Obligation" in favor of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., 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 02/20/2009 Monthly Payments $12,774.15 Late Charges $510.93 Lender's Fees & Costs $15.00 Total Arrearage $13,300.08 Trustee's Expenses (Itemization) Trustee's Fee $435.00 Title Report $814.65 Statutory Mailings $42.00 Recording Costs $28.00 Postings $57.50 Sale Costs $0.00 Total Costs $1,377.15 Total Amount Due: $14,677.23 Other known defaults as follows: IV. The sum owing on the Obligation is: Principal Balance of $182,481.22, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument evidencing the Obligation from 05/01/08, 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 May 29, 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 05/18/09 (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 05/18/09 (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 05/18/09 (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 JEFF J. JENSEN 7568 MCBETH LANE NORTHEAST MOSES LAKE, WA 98837 BRANDY L. JENSEN 7568 MCBETH LANE NORTHEAST MOSES LAKE, WA 98837 JEFF J. JENSEN P.O. BOX 835 MOSES LAKE, WA 98837 BRANDY L. JENSEN P.O. BOX 835 MOSES LAKE, WA 98837 by both first class and either certified mail, return receipt requested on 01/14/09, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and on 01/13/09 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 and tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants and tenants by summary proceedings under the unlawful detainer act, Chapter 59.12 RCW. The trustee's rules of auction may be accessed at

CBSS track teams claim district titles

Conner wins four events

BRIDGEPORT, Wash. — The Columbia Basin Secondary School (CBSS) boys and girls track teams traveled to Bridgeport, Wash., Friday afternoon and returned with a pair of championships.

Quincy upsets Prosser in extras to advance

Greyhounds cage Tigers

PROSSER, Wash. — The Quincy Jackrabbits rallied from an early 4-0 deficit at Prosser Tuesday night to advance to the quarterfinals of the Central Washington Athletic Conference district softball tournament with a 12-10 extra inning victory.

GM ends partnership with Barry Chevrolet

Bud Clary remains GM dealer

EPHRATA — Barry Chevrolet received a letter from General Motors (GM), notifying them the company would end their dealership affiliation in Ephrata.

Chiefs dominate all-division picks

Gonzales named Most Valuable Player

MOSES LAKE — After leading the Chiefs to a share of the Columbia Division title and into the regional softball tournament, Moses Lake senior catcher Shelby Gonzales was named the division’s Most Valuable Player.

Moses Lake doctor runs for city council

Wants to give back to community

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake physician Dr. Dave Curnel announced his plans to run for Moses Lake City Council.

CBHA receives national recognition

Awarded for diabetes program

OTHELLO — Columbia Basin Health Association was awarded recognition through the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) Diabetes Physician Recognition Program (DPRP).

Mustangs hold off Jackrabbits

Prosser 3Quincy 1

PROSSER, Wash. — The third time wasn’t a charm for Quincy Tuesday night as Central Washington Athletic Conference (CWAC) rival Prosser defeated the Jacks for the third time this season.

William C. Raugust Jr.

William C. Raugust  Jr., age 83, passed away May 10, 2009, in Moses Lake.

Collins helps power Royal at sub-districts

Knights get five titles

BENTON CITY, Wash. — Royal senior Blair Collins won three events at the South Central Athletic Conference East Division sub-district track meet Friday to help give the Knights boys track team four of the school’s five individual sub-district titles.

Despite the headlines, the world is not full of evil

Sometimes I can’t help but wonder what’s wrong with the world today.

WHEN RECORDED RETURN TO:

DAVIDSON, CZEISLER & KILPATRIC, P.S.

Man shows pistol while driving in Moses Lake

Felt threatened by 'gang members'

MOSES LAKE — A 22-year-old Moses Lake man reportedly brandished a handgun at a vehicle carrying people he perceived to be gang members on North Stratford Road Sunday afternoon.

Grant County plans to renew gun club lease

No opposition present at meeting

EPHRATA — About 20 people gathered in the Grant County commissioner’s hearing room to support renewing Moses Lake Gun Club’s lease.

McKean wins academic award

Moses Lake grad makes dean's list

COEUR d’ALENE, Idaho — Moses Lake graduate and North Idaho College (NIC) women’s basketball player Marielle McKean was chosen co-Female Academic Athlete of the Year at NIC for her performance in the classroom.

Two burglars spotted at Moses Lake home

Police seek suspects

MOSES LAKE — As a Moses Lake woman approached her South Juniper Drive home she saw it was in the process of being burglarized Friday afternoon.

Jacks top Huskies to advance to state

Quincy 3Othello 1

OTHELLO — The Quincy Jackrabbits wrapped up their second consecutive trip to the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) 2A boys soccer tournament by knocking off the Othello Huskies 3-1 on Saturday.

Albert E. Anderson

Albert E. Anderson, 60, passed away Sunday, May 17, 2009, at his home in Moses Lake

Othello doubles teams finish second

Moses Lake's Connor Lange advances

EPHRATA — The Othello boys and girls tennis teams sent a pair of doubles teams to the finals of the Central Washington Athletic Conference sub-district tournament Monday afternoon but the Huskies couldn’t bring home a champion.

Chiefs advance to regional tournament

Moses Lake rallies past Pasco

RICHLAND, Wash. — The Moses Lake Chiefs softball team avoided postseason elimination Saturday afternoon with a 4-0 victory over Columbia Basin Big Nine rival Pasco at Richland High School.

Trooper crashes avoiding road debris

Tent fell out of truck on I-90

RITZVILLE — A Washington State Patrol trooper rolled his patrol car attempting to avoid striking a camping tent in the roadway on Interstate 90, one mile east of Ritzville.

Ephrata man dies in motorcycle crash

Body found Friday

MOSES LAKE — Daniel Hector, 21, Ephrata, died in a motorcycle accident on Neppel Road, near Moses Lake, early Friday morning.

Ephrata sweeps sub-district track meet

District track recaps

EPHRATA — The Ephrata boys and girls track teams continued their Central Washington Athletic Conference (CWAC) domination Friday with a sweep of the CWAC-North sub-district track meets.

Man sentenced for selling drugs

Will serve 20 months

EPHRATA — A Pasco, Wash., man was sentenced to 20 months in prison for selling drugs out of a Moses Lake motel room.

Kamiakin eliminates Moses Lake

Chiefs players named all-conference

KENNEWICK, Wash. — The Moses Lake Chiefs were eliminated from the postseason Friday afternoon following a 6-0 loss to the Kamiakin Braves.

Marjorie Gail Edwards

Marjorie Gail Edwards, 98, of Ephrata, joined her husband, Deverne Emry Edwards, and her daughter, Loreta Mae Rashford, in eternal life on May 13, 2009, at McKay Rehabilitation Center in Soap Lake.

NOTICE TO VENDORS

The Quincy-Columbia Basin Irrigation District purchases materials, equipment and supplies estimated to cost between $10,000 and $50,000 as set forth in RCW 39.04.190. Quotations are solicited through District communications to vendors having requested to be listed to receive such notifications. To be included on District vendor lists contact:

AIM Gymnastics finale this Saturday

Proceeds to go to Columbia Basin Cancer Foundation

MOSES LAKE — The AIM Gymnastics club will host their final fun event of the season Saturday with the Flip Flop Finale at AIM Gymnastics in Moses Lake.

MACC to lease tower

Effort to improve radio service

MOSES LAKE — The Multi Agency Communication Center’s board of directors decided to pursue a lease for a new Moses Lake radio tower.

Othello knocks off Wapato to advance

Othello 2Wapato 0

OTHELLO — The Othello Huskies avoided elimination Thursday afternoon with a 2-0 victory over the Wapato Wolves in a loser-out Central Washington Athletic Conference (CWAC) district soccer contest.

Cultural infusion

Japanese ag students visit elementary

MOSES LAKE — Twelve Japanese Agricultural Training Program trainees, along with English teacher Susan Blackwell, came to share their culture and language with Longview Elementary students Thursday.

C&V, Barry's remain Chrysler

Dealerships avoid closure list

GRANT COUNTY — Moses Lake’s C&V Auto Sales & Service and Ephrata’s Barry Chevrolet are not on the list of 789 Chrysler dealerships the company is closing nationwide.

Local soccer club to hold tryouts

Tryouts start Saturday in Ephrata

MOSES LAKE — The Columbia Basin (CB) United soccer club will hold tryouts at the Ephrata Soccer Complex and Moses Lake’s Lions Field beginning this weekend for the 2009-2010 soccer season.

NOTICE

Moses Lake-The Grant County Mosquito Control District #1 is continuing with its annual mosquito control services. The biological products Altosid A.L.L. and Bacillus thuringienis israelensis (b.t.i.) are being used this year in the aerial larviciding program. These products are applied to swamps or other standing water where mosquito larva are present.

Fire destroys power pole in Moses Lake

Burned in half

MOSES LAKE — A power pole burned into two pieces after a transformer exploded on West Lakeside Drive in Moses Lake Wednesday night.

Harry Thomas 'Tom' Pruett

Harry Thomas “Tom” Pruett, ordained minister, went to meet his Lord and Savior with his family by his side on Tuesday, May 12, 2009. He was 59 years old.

PUBLIC NOTICE

STATE ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT

Grant PUD director takes national office

Munro now president of National Hydropower Association

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Grant PUD External Affairs Director Andrew Munro officially started his one-year term this week as president of the National Hydropower Association.

Moses Lake to host Eastmont in district tourney

Chiefs looking for playoff victory

MOSES LAKE — After finishing their Columbia Basin Big Nine regular season schedule with a share of the Columbia Division title, the Moses Lake Chiefs girls softball team will host the Eastmont Wildcats this afternoon in the first round of the district playoffs.

Ephrata hosts sub-district meet

Tigers go undefeated in conference

EPHRATA — The Ephrata boys and girls track teams cruised to undefeated Central Washington Athletic Conference (CWAC) titles this season and the Tigers look to maintain their momentum during Friday’s sub-district meet.

Hertz expects 50 percent jump in business

Restored air service will attract customers

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Hertz Car Rental business anticipates a 50 percent jump in business when commercial air service is restored at the Grant County International Airport on June 5.

Man honored for helping police

Tackled a convicted felon

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake resident Todd Voth was recognized for his assisting Moses Lake police in capturing a convicted felon.

Fairgrounds to host quarter horse show

Event starts today

MOSES LAKE — The Central Washington Quarter Horse Association (QHA) will host the annual quarter horse show beginning today at the Grant County Fairgrounds in Moses Lake.

Cougar caught asleep in George back yard

Tranquilized, released

GEORGE — A 113-pound male cougar was found sleeping on a patio in George.

LEGAL NOTICE

File No.: 7886.21239 Grantors: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc. National City Mortgage Co. dba Commonwealth United Mortgage Company Grantee: William B. Aukett, a single person Tax Parcel ID No.: 09-0500-000, 09-0502-000 Abbreviated Legal: PTN LOT 3 AND LOT 4 PEPLAT OF TRACT 31 BATTERY ORCHARD TRACTS Notice of Trustee's Sale Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq. I. On May 22, 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 3, Block 1, Replat of Tract 31, Battery Orchard Tracts, as per Plat recorded in Volume 3 of Plats, Page 28, records of Grant County, except that portion thereof lying Northeasterly of a line which is parallel to and 10 feet Southwesterly, measured at right angles from the Northeasterly line of said Lot, records of Grant County, Washington and Lot 4, Block 1, Replat of Battery Orchard Tracts, as per Plat recorded in Volume 3 of Plats, Page 28, records of Grant County, Washington, except that portion thereof lying Northeasterly of a line which is parallel to and 10 feet Southwesterly, measured at right angles, from the Northeasterly line of said Lot and except that portion lying Northeasterly of a line drawn parallel with and 35 feet Southwesterly, when measured at right angles from the "A" line of Primary State Highway No. 18, Moses Lake, East, as shown on that certain map of definite location now of record on file in the Office of the Director of Hiways at Olympia and bearing date of approval October 21, 1947, revised December 6, 1955, as conveyed by instrument dated June 6, 1956, recorded June 25, 1956, under Auditor's File No. 272859. Commonly known as: 716 South Wanapum Drive Moses Lake, WA 98837 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 11/05/03, recorded on 11/13/03, under Auditor's File No. 1138167, records of Grant County, Washington, from William B. Aukett, an unmarried man, as Grantor, to Stewart Title, as Trustee, to secure an obligation "Obligation" in favor of National City Mortgage Co. dba Commonwealth United Mortgage Company, 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 02/14/2009 Monthly Payments $5,015.00 Late Charges $156.44 Lender's Fees & Costs $116.96 Total Arrearage $5,288.40 Trustee's Expenses (Itemization) Trustee's Fee $607.50 Title Report $647.40 Statutory Mailings $11.48 Postings $57.50 Total Costs $1,323.88 Total Amount Due: $6,612.28 IV. The sum owing on the Obligation is: Principal Balance of $116,927.80, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument evidencing the Obligation from 09/01/08, 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 May 22, 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 05/11/09 (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 05/11/09 (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 05/11/09 (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 William B. Aukett 716 South Wanapum Drive Moses Lake, WA 98837 Unknown Spouse and/or Domestic Partner of William B. Aukett 716 South Wanapum Drive Moses Lake, WA 98837 by both first class and either certified mail, return receipt requested on 01/03/09, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and on 01/02/09 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 and tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants and tenants by summary proceedings under the unlawful detainer act, Chapter 59.12 RCW. The trustee's rules of auction may be accessed at

Jacqueline Suzanne Dilley

Jacqueline Suzanne Dilley, 35, of Moses Lake, died Thursday, May 7, 2009, at her home.

Woman rolls Jeep on off-ramp from I-90

Passenger thrown from car

MOSES LAKE — Alcohol and speed are believed to have contributed to a driver rolling a 1974 Jeep CJ5 on Westshore Drive in Moses Lake Monday night.

Othello falls at home

Toppenish 2Othello 1

OTHELLO — The Huskies couldn’t find the winning formula Tuesday afternoon and the Toppenish Wildcats stole home-field advantage away from Othello with a 2-1 victory in the district soccer playoffs.

Rescued man suspected of setting fire

Moses Lake police investigate apartment blaze

MOSES LAKE – The 40-year-old Moses Lake man who was rescued from his burning apartment Monday allegedly started the fire himself, Moses Lake police reported Tuesday.

Othello holds off Ephrata to advance at districts

Huskies 19Tigers 15

OTHELLO — It isn’t over until it’s over.

Othello to pay trash increase

Paid by solid waste fund

OTHELLO — Othello City Council unanimously approved to pay for a garbage rate increase rather than pass it onto rate payers Monday.

Crescent Bar residents work to save island

Grant PUD would make final decision

CRESCENT BAR — A group of Crescent Bar homeowners shared their plan to run the island as a nonprofit organization during recent talks with representatives of Crescent Bar Inc.

Josephine 'Jo' Maggard

Josephine “Jo” Maggard was born on Dec. 4, 1921, in Pettigrew, Alaska. She passed peacefully into her heavenly father’s arms May 7, 2009, in Kalispell, Mont., where she was a resident at Heritage House. She was 87 years old.

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Coulee City hosts 57th annual rodeo

Event is Memorial Day weekend

COULEE CITY — The Coulee City Rodeo Association will host the 57th annual Coulee City Last Stand Dodge Rodeo over Memorial Day weekend in Coulee City.

Leona Elizabeth Loewen

Leona Elizabeth Loewen, 84, of Moses Lake, went home to be with her Lord in heaven on Saturday, May 2, 2009, surrounded by her family.

Chiefs host Blue Devils in first round

Moses Lake is division’s No. 3 seed

MOSES LAKE — After battling throughout the Big Nine’s regular season, the Moses Lake Chiefs baseball team will host their first round Columbia Basin Big Nine district tournament game this afternoon against the visiting Walla Walla Blue Devils.

Warden finishes third at tourney

Royal hosts weekend tourney

ROYAL CITY — The Warden fastpitch softball team traveled to Royal City over the weekend to participate in the Royal softball tournament and the Cougars returned with a third-place finish.

Beverly Helen Matthews

Beverly Helen (Bumpass, Massey) Matthews was born June 13, 1926, in Los Olivos, Calif., and went home to the arms of Jesus at the age of 82, on May 1, 2009.

Gary Paul Winford

Gary Paul Winford, 46, Moses Lake resident, passed away Friday, May 8, 2009, at his home.

Margery Jo Yellish

Margery Jo Yellish, 72 of Orofino, Idaho, passed away May 6, 2009, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Lewiston, Idaho, after a long courageous battle with cancer.

Ephrata rolls into baseball semifinals

Prep baseball recaps

EPHRATA — The Tigers pounced on the Wapato Wolves early and Ephrata rolled into the Central Washington Athletic Conference (CWAC) baseball tournament’s semifinals with a 9-1 victory.

Small business grads urged to help economy

35 students complete business course

MOSES LAKE — Thirty-five graduates of a free small business course were encouraged to help America pull out of its recession with their entrepreneurial work.

Othello hosting public hearings today

For transportation and police grant

OTHELLO — Othello City Council is holding two public hearings today at 7 p.m. at city hall.

Ephrata asks EDC to help Katana

Problem involves Kittitas County wind farm

EPHRATA — The Ephrata City Council decided to ask the Grant County Economic Development Council for help in assisting Katana Summit with a wind farm projet in Kittitas County.

Quincy advances to district semifinals

Prep soccer recaps

QUINCY — The Quincy Jackrabbits advanced to the semifinals of the Central Washington Athletic Conference’s (CWAC) district soccer tournament Saturday with a shootout victory over the visiting Wapato Wolves.

Man charged with building bomb

Reportedly used it as a booby trap

EPHRATA — A man, who allegedly built a bomb inside of a five-gallon bucket, is facing charges in Grant County Superior Court.

NOTICE TO VENDORS

The Quincy-Columbia Basin Irrigation District purchases materials, equipment and supplies estimated to cost between $10,000 and $50,000 as set forth in RCW 39.04.190. Quotations are solicited through District communications to vendors having requested to be listed to receive such notifications. To be included on District vendor lists contact:

The secret to enjoying the game of golf

By Bill StevensonHerald managing editor

My dad played golf. I used to caddy, dragging his bag of clubs up and down hills all day, watching him hit the little white ball.

Mable Marie Hahne

Mable Marie Hahne, 89, passed away May 6, 2009, at Central Washington Hospital in Wenatchee, Wash.

Othello's Guzman named soccer co-MVP

Columbia Basin players shine

COLUMBIA BASIN — Othello junior forward B.G. Guzman led the Columbia Basin in All-Central Washington Athletic Conference (CWAC) selections Wednesday when he was named the conference’s co-Most Valuable Player.

Ivan Earl Cole

Ivan Earl Cole, 92, lifelong resident, passed away May 5, 2009, at Columbia Crest Care and Rehabilitation Center in Moses Lake.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

Notice of Trustee's Sale Pursuant To the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq. File No. 2009-7007 Grantors: RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. Grantee(s): SHARON L OBRASTOFF THEODORE A OBRASTOFF On June 5, 2009 at 10:00 AM The Police Justice Court Building, 401 Balsam Street in the City of Moses Lake, WA., State of Washington, the undersigned Trustee, RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., (subject to any conditions imposed by the trustee to protect the lender and borrower) will sell. at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable at time of sale, the following described real property, situated in the county(ies) of Grant, State of Washington: Tax Parcel ID no.: 04-1474-000 / 04-1477-000 PARCEL 1: THE WEST 50 FEET OF THE SOUTH HALF OF TRACT 10, WEILER-MARTIN TRACT, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 2 OF PLATS, PAGE 110, RECORDS OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON, EXCEPT THE NORTH 10 FEET THER EOF. PARCEL 2: THE MOST WESTERLY 30 FEET OF THE EAST 110 FEET OF THE SOUTH HALF OF TRACT

Jackrabbits stay alive with victory over Red Devils

Quincy 4East Valley 3

YAKIMA, Wash. — Quincy trailed 3-2 in the fifth inning of Wednesday’s loser-out district playoff game, but that didn’t seem to bother the Jacks baseball team.

Wine shop works toward May 15 opening

Featured artist to arrive May 21

MOSES LAKE — A new wine shop called “i m b i b e” is expected to open on May 15 at 216 W. Third Ave. in downtown Moses Lake.

Quincy hires new recreation director

Plans to meet with the public

QUINCY — After roughly seven months of searching and one rejected candidate, the Quincy City Council approved the appointment of a recreation director.

Ephrata baseball leads first-team picks

Othello gets 10 selections

COLUMBIA BASIN — Ephrata’s impressive run through the Central Washington Athletic Conference (CWAC) baseball season continued this week when three Tigers were named first-team All-CWAC.

Husky Legend Highlights: Napoleon Kaufman

Suspected murder accomplice caught

Reportedly involved in Warden man’s death

OTHELLO — Adrian Adame-Madrid, 18, Othello, was arrested for murder in the first degree, as an accomplice, Tuesday in relation to the April 11 shooting death of 33-year-old Manuel Antonio Arousa, of Warden.

Dorothy Marie O'Neal

Dorothy Marie O’Neal was born on May 24, 1918, in Clarkston, Wash., to William and Ruth Henniger.

John Glenn Sharp

1931—2009

Chamber hosts annual tournament

Golf event at the Links at Moses Pointe

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Chamber of Commerce is hosting the ninth annual Chamber Golf Scramble Friday at the Links at Moses Pointe.

World Series event approaching

Tournament four months away

MOSES LAKE — With the 2009 Babe Ruth World Series less than four months away, the World Series Task Force assembled Wednesday night to discuss the August tournament.

Moses Lake teams to hold weekend tryouts

Baseball tryouts at Moses Lake High School

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Baseball Association will hold tryouts this weekend at Moses Lake High School for the Moses Lake American Legion baseball teams the Walleyes and the Sun Devils.

Ryan Travis Allison

Ryan Travis Allison was born on Feb. 2, 1977, in Modesto, Calif.

Chiefs share Big Nine crown

Finish atop Columbia Division

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake head coach Dave Gregory and his Chiefs softball team wrapped up a share of the Big Nine’s Columbia Division title Tuesday night with a sweep of Sunnyside.

Juan M. Gomez

Juan M. Gomez, 78, went home to be with our Lord on May 5, 2009.

Man shares life-changing moments at prayer breakfast

Events refocused his life

MOSES LAKE — Christian California businessman Mark Bundy shared two crucial lessons in his life at the Grant County Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast Wednesday.

Chiefs finish atop Columbia Division

Moses Lake baseball in three-way tie

MOSES LAKE — After sweeping the Sunnyside Grizzlies Tuesday afternoon to wrap up their regular season, the Moses Lake Chiefs baseball team moved into a three-way tie atop the Big Nine’s Columbia Division.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

File No.: 8237.20072 Grantors: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc. Beneficial Mortgage Corporation Grantee: Gregg S. Chandler, who also appears of record as Greg S. Chandler and Gregg Chandler, whose wife is Lisa A. Chandler, as his separate estate Tax Parcel ID No.: 12-0294-012 Abbreviated Legal: Lot 7, Lakeshore Acres Notice of Trustee's Sale Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq. I. On June 5, 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, Lakeshore Acres, according to the Plat thereof recorded in Volume 10 of Plats, Page 8, Records of Grant County, Washington. Commonly known as: 6612 Road E Northeast Moses Lake, WA 98837 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 02/23/02, recorded on 02/28/02, under Auditor's File No. 1098437, records of Grant County, Washington, from Gregg Chandler, who also appears of record as Gregg S. Chandler, a married man as his separate estate, as Grantor, to Household Bank, FSB, as Trustee, to secure an obligation "Obligation" in favor of Beneficial Mortgage Corporation, 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 03/02/2009 Monthly Payments $9,278.64 Late Charges $412.40 Total Arrearage $9,691.04 Trustee's Expenses (Itemization) Trustee's Fee $607.50 Title Report $647.40 Statutory Mailings $45.92 Recording Costs $14.00 Postings $57.50 Total Costs $1,372.32 Total Amount Due: $11,063.36 Other known defaults as follows: IV. The sum owing on the Obligation is: Principal Balance of $113,675.81, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument evidencing the Obligation from 05/28/08, 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 June 5, 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 05/25/09 (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 05/25/09 (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 05/25/09 (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 GREGG S CHANDLER aka Greg S. Chandler 6612 RD E NE MOSES LAKE, WA 98837 LISA CHANDLER 6612 RD E NE MOSES LAKE, WA 98837 Unknown Spouse and/or Domestic GREGG S CHANDLER aka Greg S. Chandler 6612 RD E NE MOSES LAKE, WA 98837 Unknown Spouse and/or Domestic Partner of LISA CHANDLER 6612 RD E NE MOSES LAKE, WA 98837 GREGG S CHANDLER aka Greg S. Chandler 64847 Old Bend Redmond HWY BEND, OR 97701 LISA CHANDLER 64847 Old Bend Redmond HWY BEND, OR 97701 Unknown Spouse and/or Domestic GREGG S CHANDLER aka Greg S. Chandler 64847 Old Bend Redmond HWY BEND, OR 97701 Unknown Spouse and/or Domestic Partner of LISA CHANDLER 64847 Old Bend Redmond HWY BEND, OR 97701 GREGG S CHANDLER aka Greg S. Chandler PO Box 178 MOSES LAKE, WA 98837 LISA CHANDLER PO Box 178 MOSES LAKE, WA 98837 Unknown Spouse and/or Domestic GREGG S CHANDLER aka Greg S. Chandler PO Box 178 MOSES LAKE, WA 98837 Unknown Spouse and/or Domestic Partner of LISA CHANDLER PO Box 178 MOSES LAKE, WA 98837 by both first class and either certified mail, return receipt requested on 01/28/09, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and on 01/29/09 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 and tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants and tenants by summary proceedings under the unlawful detainer act, Chapter 59.12 RCW. The trustee's rules of auction may be accessed at

Ivan E. Cole

Ivan E. Cole, 92, longtime Moses Lake resident and member of an area pioneer family, passed away Tuesday, May 5, 2009, at Columbia Crest Care and Rehabilitation.

Grant County looking at gun club lease

Will hold public hearing May 18

GRANT COUNTY — The Grant County commissioners will hold a public hearing on whether to renew Moses Lake Gun Club’s lease.

Wyatt Joshua James Ulman

Wyatt Joshua James Ulman, infant son of Donnie and Wakie Ulman, passed away Friday, May 1, 2009, at Samaritan Hospital in Moses Lake.

Othello police chief explains gang policy

Updates council

OTHELLO — Othello police Chief Steve Dunnagan updated Othello City Council on police gang policies Monday night.

Peter M. Ciaccio

Peter M. Ciaccio, 82, longtime Moses Lake resident passed away Saturday, May 2, 2009, at Columbia Crest Care & Rehabilitation Center.

Warden splits with Kiona-Benton

Cougars 10-2Bears 0-5

WARDEN — The Warden Cougars jumped on Kiona-Benton in game one of Tuesday’s doubleheader but the Bears rallied in game two to get the split.

DOE releases water permits for Quincy subarea

Applicants waited years

QUINCY — Fifteen Grant County irrigators and one dairy recently received new water permits from the state Department of Ecology (DOE).

World Series Task Force meets tonight

Meeting tonight at Holiday Inn Express

MOSES LAKE — The 2009 Babe Ruth World Series Task Force will meet at the Holiday Inn Express in Moses Lake tonight to discuss planning for the World Series baseball tournament to be held at Larson Playfield Aug. 15 through Aug. 22.

A glimpse of the grown-up world

Tuesday was "Take your son or daughter to work" day at the courthouse.

Moses Lake storm water rate meeting is tonight

City says must collect fee

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake is hosting three public meetings concerning the establishment of a storm water utility rate.

Grant County prosecutor releases results on crime survey

73 percentfeel crime increased

EPHRATA — About 73 percent of people, responding to the Grant County prosecutor’s online survey, think crime in the county increased.

Huskies cage Bulldogs

Othello 2Ellensburg 0

OTHELLO — The Othello Huskies wrapped up their conference soccer schedule Monday night with a 2-0 victory over the visiting Ellensburg Bulldogs.

Filmed life in Soap Lake

Documentaries, foreign films shown at Masquers Theater

SOAP LAKE — Kathy Kiefer is bringing the world to Soap Lake and bringing the city to the rest of the world.

Seventeen milesof SR 17 to be paved

Adding passing lanes

GRANT COUNTY — Seventeen miles of highway between Moses Lake and Ephrata will be paved this year, with passing lanes added.

Children caught breaking into elementary school

Students make messes

MOSES LAKE — Three elementary school students entered Knolls Vista Elementary and made a mess Friday night.

Walden to play in Cougar Golf Classic

Tournament to be held at Moses Lake Golf Club

MOSES LAKE — The Grant County Cougar Club announced this week that former Washington State head football coach Jim Walden will participate in the 2009 Moses Lake Cougar Golf Classic tournament and banquet Tuesday, June 9 at the Moses Lake Golf Club.

Parents defend sons

Two men accused of robbing a Moses Lake gas station are facing charges as their parents stand by their side.

Chiefs sweep Rams

Prep softball recaps

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Chiefs moved into a three-way tie for first place in the Columbia Basin Big Nine’s Columbia Division Friday with a doubleheader sweep of the West Valley Rams.

Peter Ciaccio

Peter Ciaccio, 82, Moses Lake resident, passed away Saturday, May 2, 2009, at Columbia Crest Care and Rehab Center.

Requests for Bids

The Housing Authority of Grant County is requesting sealed bids for multiple projects: Larson Re-roof to include installing new fascia and soffit on an Office Building located in Moses Lake, WA.; PH Soap Lake to remove and replace electrical panels on 12 units located in Soap Lake, WA.

Kenneth Stanley Holm

Kenneth Stanley Holm, 81, of Ephrata passed away on Monday, April 27, 2009, at McKay Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Soap Lake.

Surviving the storm

A Moses Lake man shares his story of surviving a tornado

MOSES LAKE — Thirty-seven years ago, Rick Graser stepped out of his Vancouver, Wash., home heading to school.

Joseph Manning Jensen Jr.

Joseph Manning Jensen Jr., 89, Moses Lake resident, passed away Friday, May 1, 2009, at Samaritan Hospital.

White Cane Days helps raise funds for assistance

Moses Lake Lions collect donations

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Lions Club collected donations for White Cane Days Friday and Saturday in Moses Lake.

Othello Huskies wrap up second place Saturday

Prep baseball recaps

OTHELLO — The Othello Huskies clinched the Central Washington Athletic Conference’s (CWAC) No. 2 seed at the district baseball tournament with a doubleheader sweep of the Prosser Mustangs.

What color is this? … What color is that?

I am colorblind.

Leslie Dobson

Leslie Dobson, 81, longtime Ritzville resident, passed away Friday, May 1, 2009, at his home.

Carald Jean Cook

Carald Jean Cook, 83, Kennewick resident and former longtime Wilson Creek resident, passed away Wednesday, April 29, 2009, at her daughter’s home in Kennewick.

Grant PUD sees declining revenues

Rate increases, capital project deferrals discussed

EPHRATA — Projected figures released by Grant County PUD staff showed a $61.2 million reduction in the utility’s reserve and contingency fund, when comparing 2009 to 2013.

Moses Lake home receives minor fire damage

Electric malfunction

MOSES LAKE — Grant County Fire District 5 responded to a structure fire on Road 4 Northeast near Moses Lake Friday morning.

Glenda Vincent

Glenda Vincent, 65, Moses Lake resident, passed away Thursday, April 30, 2009, at Central Washington Hospital in Wenatchee.

Chiefs hold off Wildcats to get sixth

Prep sports recaps

Moses Lake 9, East Wenatchee 7; Selah 1, Ephrata 0; Quincy 3, Ellensburg 0; Connell 5, Royal 2; Quincy 2, Othello 1

Sandra L. Wright

Sandra L. Wright passed away on April 26, 2009, in Deaconess hospital in Spokane.

Bomb located in garage near Moses Lake

Device found intact, destroyed by bomb squad

MOSES LAKE — A bomb was found and destroyed in a garage near Moses Lake Friday morning.

Ephrata Raceway Park opens Saturday

Racing season to begin

EPHRATA — The Ephrata Raceway Park will open the 2009 racing season Saturday with the first competitions of the year.

More jobs, people in Grant County

Unemployment rate increases

GRANT COUNTY — From March 2008 to March 2009, Grant County jobs increased by 500 workers, or 1.9 percent, possibly because of two emerging data centers and a new Lowe’s store.

Sunland Inn adds Ephrata location

Also operates Moses Lake business

EPHRATA — Columbia Motel in Ephrata is now named Sunland Inn after two business partners acquired the property.

Moses Lake City Wide Cleanup is Saturday

Volunteers needed

MOSES LAKE — The seventh Annual City Wide Cleanup is Saturday in Moses Lake.

Construction begins at Othello Lions Park

OTHELLO — Construction began at Lions Park in Othello to replace the tennis courts and install a new basketball court this week.

Karen Lee Evans Valdez

Karen Lee Evans Valdez passed away April 28, 2009, in Othello.

Othello discusses gang information

Resources provided

OTHELLO — Information about gang activity in Othello was discussed at the Gangs in Schools Task Force meeting Thursday.

June H. Forsyth

1921 — 2009

June Hartley Hinman Forsyth passed away quietly at home in Taylorsville, Utah, April 27, 2009.

State budget impacts schools

Stimulus money helps reduce impact

COLUMBIA BASIN — Some teachers won’t be returning to school next year, as Columbia Basin school districts work to balance reduced budgets.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER 61.24 ET. SEQ. Loan No: 0032231144 APN: 06-1524-000 TS No: WA-110429-C I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that FIRST AMERICAN TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY, the undersigned Trustee will on 5/29/2009, at 10:00 AM at The Police Justice Court Building, 401 Balsam Street in the City of Moses Lake, Washington 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 6, BLOCK 4, JOHANSON-ROGERS FIRST ADDITION TO WARDEN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 3 OF PLATS, PAGE 41, RECORDS OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON. Commonly known as: 416 E 5TH STREET WARDEN, WASHINGTON 98857 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 7/6/2006, recorded 7/17/2006, under Auditor's File No. 1195696, in Book , Page records of Grant County, Washington, from CHRISTIAN A. RAMIREZ GONZALEZ, ALSO APPEARING OF RECORD AS CHRISTIAN A. RAMIREZ AND LORENA GONZALEZ, HUSBAND AND WIFE, as Grantor(s), to CHICAGO TITLE, as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of LONG BEACH MORTGAGE COMPANY, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned by LONG BEACH MORTGAGE COMPANY to LIQUIDATION PROPERTIES, INC. 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: PAYMENT INFORMATION FROM 12/1/2006 THRU 2/18/2009 NO.PMT 27 AMOUNT $1,307.14 TOTAL $35,292.78 LATE CHARGE INFORMATION FROM 12/1/2006 THRU 2/18/2009 NO. LATE CHARGES 27 TOTAL $1,558.98 PROMISSORY NOTE INFORMATION Note Dated: 7/6/2006 Note Amount: $128,250.00 Interest Paid To: 11/1/2006 Next Due Date: 12/1/2006 IV. The amount to cure defaulted payments as of the date of this notice is $39,596.06. Payments and late charges may continue to accrue and additional advances to your loan may be made, it is necessary to contact the beneficiary prior to the time you tender the reinstatement amount so that you may be advised of the exact amount you would be required to pay. As of the dated date of this document the required amount to payoff the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: $163,905.48 (note: due to interest, late charges and other charges that may vary after the date of this notice, the amount due for actual loan payoff may be greater). The principal sum of $128,199.69, together with interest as provided in the Note from the 12/1/2006, 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 5/29/2009. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by 5/18/2009, (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 5/18/2009 (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 5/18/2009 (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): CHRISTIAN A. RAMIREZ GONZALEZ, ALSO APPEARING OF RECORD AS CHRISTIAN A. RAMIREZ AND LORENA GONZALEZ, HUSBAND AND WIFE 416 E 5TH STREET WARDEN, WASHINGTON 98857 CHRISTIAN RAMIREZ and LORENA GONZALEZ 416 E 5TH STREET WARDEN, WASHINGTON 98857 by both first class and certified mail on 6/20/2007, 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 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 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 and tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants and tenants by summary proceedings under the Unlawful Detainer Act, Chapter 59.12 RCW. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. DATED: 2/18/2009 FIRST AMERICAN TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY 2101 FOURTH AVE., SUITE 800 SEATTLE, WA 98121 Sale Line:: 714-730-2727 Gina Avila Authorized Signatory ASAP# 3000976 05/01/2009, 05/22/2009