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Linda Walker

Linda M. Walker, 75, longtime Moses Lake resident passed away Saturday, January 23, 2010 at Samaritan Hospital. 

Chiefs record win final regular season match

Moses Lake 36Sunnyside 24

SUNNYSIDE — It may not have been the prettiest thing, but the Moses Lake High School Chiefs wrestling team managed to pull out a 36-24 win at Sunnyside last night to cap off their regular season with another win.

Chiefs swim past Davis, Eisenhower

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake High School boys swim and dive team felt like anything but a fish out of water during their dual on Tuesday against visiting Davis and Eisenhower High Schools.

One week, five burglaries

Moses Lake residents act

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake police are investigating a series of burglaries reported at the Desert Oasis RV Park on South Yakima Avenue.

Murray honored for Washington agricultural support

Named Legislator of the Year

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., was presented with the Legislator of the Year Award on behalf of the Washington Association of Wheat Growers (WAWG).

Man sentenced for attacking roommate

Oliva to spend one year, 10 months in jail

EPHRATA — A Moses Lake man was sentenced to nearly two years in prison for attacking his roommate when the man asked for his keys back.

Royal School District presents M&O levy

ROYAL CITY — Royal School District members are asking residents to vote for a two-year levy, to support student learning, extracurricular activities and the maintenance of schools.

Time to vote

With the talk of state budget deficits and federal spending, schools are nervous.

Quincy officials meeting with legislators

Trying to get money for reclaimed water project

QUINCY — Quincy city officials are getting mixed responses from state legislators as they attempt to obtain $600,000 from the state for the city’s reclaimed water project.

THREE STRIKES

Reader disagrees with sentence

Between 1987 and 2007, the prison population in this country tripled. Much of that increase occurred in states that had adopted harsh punishments such as the three-strikes law and severe drug laws although they had already falling crime rates. According to the Pew Center on the States, spending from general funds on corrections increased from $10.6 billion to more than $44 billion which is a 127 percent increase. During the same period, spending on higher education only increased 21 percent.

Vikings go to 6-0 in NWAACC play

Big Bend CC 71Columbia Basin College 68

MOSES LAKE — They were in the zone and this time it wasn’t a good thing.

Thanks given for help with memorial

GUEST EDITORIAL

MOSES LAKE — On the evening of Jan. 3, 2010, the Grant County Deputy Sheriffs Association lost more than a member – we lost a friend, a partner, and a father. Since that time, a group of many people worked day and night to create a ceremony that would honor Deputy Bernard and his family. On Monday, Jan. 11 at noon, we mourned the loss of our friend.

PUD RATES

Reader wants residents to take a stand

I am what our Grant County PUD calls a ‘Residential’ Rate Payer. There are over 34,000 of us here in Grant County. Everyone that pays their own household electric bill is a ‘Residential’ customer. The PUD ‘Residential’ customer accounts outnumber the other industrial, commercial and irrigation accounts three to one. Did you know we ‘Residential’ customers pay much more for a kilowatt of electricity than the other PUD customers do? Why? Maybe because we do not complain about this inequity or we aren’t well represented at the rate hearings (bargaining table). Our PUD Commissioners need to hear from us. There is a rate setting meeting coming up on February 3 in Moses Lake. Please contacted the PUD at gcpud.or or at one of the rate hearing meetings and ask them to fix the disparity in the electricity rates. I think residential rate payers should get the lowest power rates of all the PUD customers, because we the people own the license for the dams and the power they produce.

Vidal Chavez Garcia

Vidal Chavez Garcia age 66, returned home to Heaven on Tuesday, January 26, 2010, after a long battle with cancer. He was born September 7th, 1943 in El Limon de Cornijo, Mexico.

DOGS

Reader questions dog shooting

The most unfortunate aspect of the tragic shooting of a family pet at Neppel Landing is that it was totally avoidable. There were errors of judgment on both sides. The owner, Mr. Criscuolo, should never have had his dogs off leash, because as this incident proved, you just can never know what may suddenly happen. However, this is not a mistake that should have cost the life of a beloved family pet. Deputy Beau Lamens stated that he had his K9 on a leash and so was in control of the police dog. Further statements by Officer Turley that said, “during standard protocol, when a drug dog is called on scene to work, there can be no other dogs in the area” so it truly begs the question as to why the office having noticed that there were not one, but two dogs off leash in the area, not simply put the K9, he claims he had under his control, back in the car until the situation could be properly managed? This was not a life or death situation until the lack of proper protocol and due diligence by the officer made it one. He is supposed to be trained to assess situations and act with public safety as a priority. He reported he fired his weapon not once but three times and only after the dogs were separated. Did he not have a Taser that could have been used instead? Did he not have enough control over his K9 that after the dogs were separated at that point, he or the other deputy could remove the K9 from the scene? It is not acceptable that this office chose deadly force as his only option in a public park when the situation clearly had other options.

POTATOES

Reader appreciates recipes

Thanks to the Columbia Basin Herald and Grant County Gourmet Dan Bolyard for running the great page of potato information and recipes prior to our annual potato conference. The accurate headline, “Potato recipes to help you reach your weight-loss goals,” and the wonderful variety of recipes that followed really nailed the message that potatoes are one of the healthiest foods you can eat. Contrary to some current mythology that still exists, potatoes contain vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients and they don’t make you fat. In fact, carbohydrates are nature’s way of fueling your body. If you don’t believe us, believe Apolo Ohno! Thanks again.

House bill could harm pregnant women

GUEST EDITORIAL

MOSES LAKE — The bill “Concerning Limited Service Pregnancy Centers” (HB 2837/SB 6452) is before committee in our state government.

DOGS

Reader upset with pet's death

It was with horror that I read about the deputy sheriff killing Slyder last Sunday, Jan. 24. I have worked with Slyder’s owner, Nick, at Frederick’s Jewelry for several years. Slyder was at the store every single day that Nick was working. There was never a gentler dog. Everyone who entered the store, from toddler to oldster, adored him. He and Nick were bosom buddies who understood each other implicitly. Nick walked Slyder several times a day in the downtown area. There was never a problem with other animals on the street nor in the store. I am heartsick that this happened. I hope the Columbia Basin Herald will follow up and publish all the facts regarding Slyder’s death.

Support for Bernard's family appreciated

GUEST EDITORIAL

EPHRATA — The enormous outpouring of support, condolences and assistance that the Grant County Sheriff’s Office and the family of deputy John Bernard received during this very difficult time has been humbling and helps to ease our pain. To those who sent money, cards, flowers and food to the Sheriff’s Office — thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Your actions, whether it be the prayers you offered us and John’s family or the hours of your time organizing, cooking, planning or remembering John gives us strength to go on. We thank you for embracing us. If we’ve missed your name, we’re sorry, but know that you made a difference — thank you.

Second half struggles doom Lady Vikings

Columbia Basin College 63Big Bend CC 48

MOSES LAKE —  Teams that tend to challenge for championships in any sport usually believe that the defense never rests.

Pirates interns sought for program

MOSES LAKE — The highly successful Moses Lake Pirates’ intern program returns for another go-around as the 2010 year slowly approaches.

LEGAL NOTICE

One elected and one appointed position on the Warden Conservation District Board will be expiring soon. Conservation district supervisors public officials who serve without compensation and set policy and direction for the District. An applicant must be a registered voter in the District boundaries, and own or operate a farm for the appointed position. For more information, or to obtain an application, please contact the Warden Conservation District at 509-349-7539, or the Conservation Commission website at

Hunting seasons dwindling, but fishing continues

We are fortunate to live in the Columbia Basin. People from around the State of Washington and other states in the Pacific Northwest travel great distances to camp, fish, hunt and watch wildlife in Grant and the surrounding counties.

Lions fall short in big loss

Sunnyside Christian 61Moses Lake Christian Academy 36

Sunnyside 61, Moses Lake Christian Academy 36; Wilson Creek 66, Thorp 12

Charles Bernard Simons, 'Chuck'

It is with the deepest love and respect that we, Norm, Jerry and Terry Simons write this last story of our brother, Charles Bernard Simons, “Chuck”.

Young Lady Lions fall in Sunnyside

Sunnyside Christian 56Moses Lake Christian Academy 20

SUNNYSIDE — Taking on a veteran and taller team, the Moses Lake Christian Academy Lady Lions knew they would be up against it when taking on 1B’s fifth-ranked Sunnyside Christian Knights.

M&O levy ballots mailed

School districts seek financial help

COLUMBIA BASIN — Grant and Adams County voters have the option of approving replacement maintenance and operations (M&O) levies for school districts.

Harvest Fresh's Floyd honored

Award given at national meeting

OTHELLO — Allan Floyd, owner of Harvest Fresh in Othello, was given the Potato Man For All Seasons award at the National Potato Council’s annual meeting in Orlando, Fla.

Chiefs miss team state berth, Brice advances

KENNEWICK  — A season with multiple lineup changes and minimal “drama” ended in a third-place finish at the 4A District 5/6 bowling meet Tuesday for the Moses Lake Chiefs, to wrap up the team’s season.

Funding obtained for ports

Moses Lake, Warden receive assistance

OLYMPIA — Rep. Judy Warnick, R-Moses Lake, worked to obtain grants upgrading facilities at the Port of Moses Lake and the Port of Warden.

William L. Bellomy

On January 14, 2010, our rock and patriarch William L. Bellomy, father, grandpa, and friend, quietly passed away in his home on Anderson Island, WA. He leaves 5 children, 15 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren, all who will miss his singing “Goodnight Ladies”, the twinkle in his eye and his unconditional love and support.

VENDOR ROSTER

The GCPHA is preparing a vendor roster for purchases costing less than Fifty Thousand Dollars for materials, supplies, and equipment to be used in maintaining its hydroelectric power projects. To be on roster, submit business name and contact information.

Attempted murder charge dropped

Driver pleads guilty to assault in Moses Lake drive-by

EPHRATA — Prosecutors dropped the attempted murder charge for the driver of a truck involved in a July gang-related shooting.

Dog fight leads to deputy shooting pet

Incident under investigation

MOSES LAKE — A Grant County sheriff’s deputy shot and killed a dog while it allegedly attacked the sheriff’s office K-9 dog Sunday afternoon in Moses Lake.

Loyal Edward (Tommy) Thompson, Jr.

Loyal Edward (Tommy) Thompson, Jr. of Moses Lake, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 20, 2010 at the age of 92. Tommy was born December 19th, 1917 in Alma Michigan. He and his family moved to Miami, Florida in 1922 where he was raised and eventually met his wife, Ruth. After marriage they moved to Moses Lake in 1949, where he owned and operated Thompson Equipment Company, Red Top International, and was a part owner of Express Building Supply.

Grant County PUD chooses transmission line route in Ephrata

Staff cites cost, public input for choice

EPHRATA — Grant County PUD staff recommended the northernmost route through Ephrata for a new 230-kilovolt transmission line Monday.

Mary Lou (Kaufman) Penhallurick

Beloved mother, Mary Lou (Kaufman) Penhallurick passed away on January 23, 2010. Mary Louise was born in Portland, OR on September 16, 1924 to Nicholas and Laura Kaufman; she was the fourth child of one son and four daughters.

Dream Duals reap wrestling rewards for Chiefs, Huskies, Cougars

SPOKANE — With four weeks left to fine tune every move, harness all individual prowess, and learn the weaknesses of multiple opponents, the Moses Lake, Othello, and Warden High School wrestling teams embarked on a dream Saturday.

Frank C. DeLaRosa

In Loving Memory:

Potato conference is underway

Conference runs through Thursday

KENNEWICK, Wash. — Potato growers have the chance to come together to learn more about their trade, participate in potato-geared activities and network at the annual Washington-Oregon Potato Conference this week.

Gary E. Mason

Gary E. Mason, 59, longtime Moses Lake resident passed away suddenly Thursday, January 21, 2010 at his home. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 30, 2010 at the Moses Lake First Presbyterian Church with Pastor Eric Frey officiating. Arrangements are in care of Kayser’s Chapel & Crematory. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a note for the family at

GRANT COUNTY WATER CONSERVANCY BOARD

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CHANGE/TRANSFER OF GROUNDWATER CERTIFICATE Number 3874-A

Vikings take two wins in Oregon

Big Bend 119Treasure Valley 103

ONTARIO, Ore. — It took a two-day trip to Oregon for the Big Bend Community College Vikings’ basketball team to scale the mountain, at least temporarily.

A better understanding of people and pets

It’s just a cat.

Eric A. 'Payaso' Cantu

Eric A. “Payaso” Cantu, age 25, returned home to Heaven on Friday, January 15, 2010 at Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane. He was born December 5, 1984 in Mission, Texas.

Big Bend loss not treasured

Treasure Valley 74Big Bend 54

ONTARIO, Ore. — A tough 74-54 loss to Treasure Valley Community College on Saturday dropped the Big Bend Community College Lady Vikings into a tie for third place in the Northwest Athletic Association of Community Colleges (NWAACC) East Division.

Two tough league losses for Chiefs

Sunnyside 57 Moses Lake 47

Sunnyside 57, Moses Lake 47; Moses Lake Christian Academy 42, Wilson Creek 30; Prosser 66, Othello 58; Selah 60, Quincy 57; Manson 51, Soap Lake 50; Kiona-Benton 33, Warden 25; Connell 36, Royal 34

Florence A. Roth

Florence A. Roth passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 14 in Kansas City, Missouri at age 94. Florence was born in Waterville, WA on March 18, 1915 to Henry and Ellen Murbach. Her family moved to Spokane when she was 7 years old. Florence, three sisters, and one brother were raised in a loving, religious, hard-working home.

Ephrata annexation questioned by citizens

Issue headed for public hearing in February

EPHRATA — A group of Ephrata-area homeowners is challenging the city’s annexation of a 0.73 acre lot at a Feb. 23 public hearing.

Mary Lou Penhallurick

Mary Lou Penhallurick, 85, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Saturday, January 23, 2010 at Samaritan Hospital.

Jean M. Cotsford

Jean M. Cotsford, 77, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Sunday, January 24, 2010 at her home.

Orvetta I. Diebel

Orvetta I. Diebel, 94, Moses Lake resident and formerly of Springfield, Missouri passed away on Friday, January 22, 2010 at her home.

Man gets 20 years for assault

Shot man riding with ex-girlfriend

EPHRATA — Jason B. Latimer  will serve almost 20 years in prison for shooting a man in Soap Lake.

Warden home invasion suspects named

Held without bail

EPHRATA — Four adults arrested in connection with a Warden home invasion were named by the Grant County Sheriff’s Office.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

File No.: 7883.20007 Grantors: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc. Branch Banking & Trust Co. Grantee: Julia Revzina, a single person Tax Parcel ID No.: 04-0327-302 Abbreviated Legal: Lot 2, Blk 1, Columbia Valley Estates Notice of Trustee's Sale Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq. I. On February 26, 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, Block 1, Columbia Valley Estates, according to the Plat thereof recorded in Volume 24 of Plats, Pages 81 through 86, Records of Grant County, Washington. Commonly known as: 307 "O" Street Southwest Quincy, WA 98848 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 02/14/08, recorded on 02/28/08, under Auditor's File No. 1232446, records of Grant County, Washington, from Julia Revzina, a single person, as Grantor, to Chicago Title Insurance Company, 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. "MERS" to Branch Banking & Trust Co., under an Assignment/Successive Assignments recorded under Auditor's File No. 1263238. *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 11/23/09 Monthly Payments $60,853.86 Late Charges $2,465.46 Lender's Fees & Costs $0.00 Total Arrearage $63,319.32 Trustee's Expenses (Itemization) Trustee's Fee $725.00 Title Report $1,122.16 Statutory Mailings $9.56 Recording CCosts $28.00 Postings $70.00 Sale Costs $0.00 Total Costs $1,954.72 Total Amount Due: $65,274.04 Other known defaults as follows: IV. The sum owing on the Obligation is: Principal Balance of $416,297.34, 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 February 26, 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 02/15/10 (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 02/15/10 (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 02/15/10 (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, pplus 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 Julia Revzina 307 "O" Street Southwest Quincy, WA 98848 Unknown Spouse and/or Domestic Partner of Julia Revzina 307 "O" Street Southwest Quincy, WA 98848 by both first class and either certified mail, return receipt requested on 09/14/09, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and on 09/14/09 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

Chiefs go bananas with splits

Moses Lake 55Sunnyside 50

Moses Lake 55, Sunnyside 40; Wilson Creek 41, Moses Lake Christian Academy 38; Prosser 60, Othello 41; Quincy 55, Selah 47; Manson 45, Soap Lake 28; Kiona-Benton 41, Warden 21; Connell 60, Royal 26; ACH 57, Valley Christian 25; Wapato 58, Ephrata 44

What To Work On

Owen McClain, PGA Teaching Professional

Huskies gear up for Selah showdown

Othello 55Grandview 6

GRANDVIEW — With their eyes peering in the distance the Othello Huskies maintained focus on what was in front of them as they pounded Grandview in a 55-6 Central Washington Athletic Conference (CWAC) match last night.

Homer Cloyd Brooks, Jr

Homer Cloyd Brooks Jr., 69, of Ephrata, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2010, at Central Washington Hospital in Wenatchee from complications due to cancer.

Lady Tigers record big win

Ephrata 49Ellensburg 47

EPHRATA — Huge. Simply put, the Ephrata Lady Tigers’ 49-47 win last night over Ellensburg was as big as it gets.

George looks to hire police

Quincy officer would patrol

QUINCY — The City of George is negotiating with Quincy police to see if the city can provide an officer for patrols.

Check match, Chiefs take Panthers

Moses Lake 37Wenatchee 24

MOSES LAKE — Coming out on fire, the Moses Lake High School wrestling squad appeared to have its dual meet with Wenatchee Panthers in the bag on Thursday night.

Advertisement for Request for Professional Services (RFP)

The MOSES LAKE IRRIGATION & REHABILITATION DISTRICT (MLIRD) will receive bids at

Moses Lake bookkeeper pleads guilty to forgery

Stole about $189,000

EPHRATA — A Moses Lake bookkeeper pleaded guilty to stealing $189,564 from her employer for three years.

Warden family stops burglars

Six arrested Thursday

MOSES LAKE — Six people were arrested in Moses Lake Thursday morning after their alleged involvement in a burglary at a Warden family’s home.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER 61.24 ET. SEQ. Loan No: 0602098977 APN: 09-0687-000 TS No: WA-228448-C I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that LSI Title Agency, Inc., the undersigned Trustee will on 1/29/2010, 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 56, BROAD RIPPLE ADDITION NO. 1, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 6 OF PLATS, PAGE(S) 24, RECORDS OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON, TOGETHER WITH THAT PORTION OF VACATED ALLEY ADJACENT TO LOT 56, AS VACATED BY ORDINANCE NO. 411, RECORDED MAY 2, 1961, UNDER AUDITOR'S FILE NO. 385221, AS WOULD REVERT TO SAID PREMISES BY OPERATION OF LAW. Commonly known as: 1104 S EASTLAKE DR S MOSES LAKE, WASHINGTON 98837 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 6/12/2008, recorded 6/18/2008, under Auditor's File No. 1238675, in Book , Page records of Grant County, Washington, from FINBAR HIPPOLYTE and ANNETTE HIPPOLYTE, HUSBAND AND WIFE, as Grantor(s), to SECURITY TITLE GUARANTY CO, as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR GLOBAL ADVISORY GROUP, INC. DBA MORTGAGE ADVISORY GROUP, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned by MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR GLOBAL ADVISORY GROUP, INC. DBA MORTGAGE ADVISORY GROUP to GMAC MORTGAGE, LLC FKA GMAC MORTGAGE CORPORATION. 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 5/1/2009 THRU 10/23/2009 NO.PMT 6 AMOUNT $2,981.02 TOTAL $17,886.12 LATE CHARGE INFORMATION FROM 5/1/2009 THRU 10/23/2009 NO. LATE CHARGES 6 TOTAL $683.10 PROMISSORY NOTE INFORMATION Note Dated: 6/12/2008 Note Amount: $374,775.00 Interest Paid To: 4/1/2009 Next Due DDate: 5/1/2009 IV. The amount to cure defaulted payments as of the date of this notice is $22,938.68. 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: $389,258.93 (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 $371,428.96, together with interest as provided in the Note from the 5/1/2009, 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 1/29/2010. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by 1/18/2010, (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 1/18/2010 (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 1/18/2010 (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): FINBAR HIPPOLYTE and ANNETTE HIPPOLYTE, HUSBAND AND WIFE 1104 S EASTLAKE DR S MOSES LAKE, WASHINGTON 98837 FINBAR HIPPOLYTE and ANNETTE HIPPOLYTE 1104 S EASTLAKE DR MOSES LAKE, WA 98837-2114 by both first class and certified mail on 9/24/2009, 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 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: 10/23/2009 LSI Title Agency, Inc. 1111 Main St., #200 Vancouver, WA 98660 Sale Line:: 714-730-2727 Gina Avila Authorized Signatory ASAP# 3320031 12/31/2009, 01/21/2010

Updates, and A Golf Professional's Winter

Busier Than You Think

Owen McClain, PGA Teaching Professional

New Moses Lake Chamber president connected to community

School superintendent enjoys service

MOSES LAKE - Michelle Price knew little about Moses Lake when she moved here with her family as a young girl, but now she is in the know.

J.R. Simplot in Othello receives Energy Star award

Plant in Aberdeen also recognized

OTHELLO - Othello’s J.R. Simplot is one of the first two french fry producers to win the 2009 Energy Star Award given by the federal government.

Veteran's ashes are woman's father

Michele Dailey says urn was stolen from her ca

MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake women stepped forward to claim the urn containing a veteran’s ashes, found in the back of Sgt. Justin Morris’ Hummer last week.

Annual weed conference held at Big Bend

Offered accessible, understandable information

MOSES LAKE — Roughly 215 people learned about ways to control weeds recently.

Elementary conducts coin drive for Haiti

MOSES LAKE — Students and staff at Discover Elementary School in Moses Lake are holding a coin drive to raise money for Haitian people.

Hopes alive for 60-and-over softball team

MOSES LAKE — Locals involved in a Spokane 60-and-under softball league are looking for enough players to create a Moses Lake-based team for the upcoming season.

Schoesler wants constitution changed

Amendment would be for public pension system

OLYMPIA — Sen. Mark Schoesler, R-Ritzville, proposed a constitutional amendment to allow the state actuary more power related to setting rates in the public pension system Tuesday.

Google vs. China

Google has announced it will cease cooperation with Chinese censorship efforts and close its Chinese operations unless it can negotiate a new arrangement with the Beijing government. Its goal: Greater openness for users of its search engine.

Grant is to fund job training

Focus on energy efficient jobs

WASHINGTON, D.C. — A $5.9 million grant is slated for the Washington State Workforce Training and Education Coordinating Board to create a workforce to fill clean energy jobs in the state.

Distracted driving

Motorists who gab on their cell phone or fire off text messages obviously aren’t focused on the road, and their distracted driving has serious consequences for highway safety.

Martin Luther King's dream

On this celebration of Martin Luther King’s birthday, President Barack Obama embodies for many the fulfillment of King’s great dream for America. As the nation’s first president who’s African-American, Obama is visual proof of the “one day” King hoped for where a person is not “judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character.”

Merrill Gunderson

Merrill Gunderson, 78, passed away on January 15 at the LaPaz Regional Hospital in Parker Arizona.

Governor hides hundreds of documents

GUEST EDITORIAL

OLYMPIA — Is Gov. Chris Gregoire constitutionally entitled to keep secrets from you? She thinks so.

TEA PARTY

Reader displeased by manners

My wife and I met with six other members of our family for dinner out with one of our relatives that was passing through town. We decided to meet at Perkins restaurant. We were seated in the atrium area as there would be more room for us. We were rather displeased when we were blockaded by a group of about 35 people from the local contingent of the “TEA PARTY”. The wait staff worked really hard to accommodate these people even though several seemed to be quite demanding. The sad part was that of all those people taking space only four ordered a meal. The rest either had coffee or water. We found out that no notification of this meeting was given to the restaurant and that they had told the waitress there would only be a few people. We were looking forward to a nice dinner and conversation which became impossible when the meeting started. My point in this is if you are going to hold a meeting, it is only proper to contact the facility first and after the OK is given, you should at least plan on dining there. The “TEA PARTY” is supposedly trying to do things to bolster the economy. What they did to the people of Perkins and my family was thoughtless and rude.

Henry 'Hank' Rittierodt

Henry “Hank” Rittierodt died December 29, 2009, in Spokane, WA at the age of 90. His loving daughter, Becky, was at his side. Hank was born in State Center, IA, on September 21, 1919, to Henry and Alvina Rittierodt. He joined sisters, Emma (Fred Hepperle) and Margaret (Howard Strode). As an infant, Hank survived the famous 1919 flu epidemic that had earlier claimed his father and a sister. The family moved to Loyalton, SD, where, in 1935, he graduated from high school. Hank met future wife, Dorothy Hoey in Yakima, WA and they were married on Valentine’s Day, 1942. Married 66 years, he and Dorothy raised a family; son, Michael and daughter, Becky. They lived in Moses Lake and Kennewick, before moving to Wenatchee to care for relatives. Later in life, the couple enjoyed traveling to all 50 states, Canada, Mexico, Europe, the Caribbean and, their favorite, Hawaii. Hank was a WWII Navy Veteran, serving at the Naval Air Station, Pasco and aboard ship in the South Pacific. A longtime resident of Kennewick, WA, he served his community in the Lion’s Club, Tri-City Country Club, the Elks, the Chamber of Commerce, the Transportation Club and Toastmasters. Living in Wenatchee, he enjoyed being a member of the Three Lakes Golf Club. He had a hole-in-one there and another while vacationing in Banff, Alberta, Canada. Hank was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He is survived by his daughter, Becky Woodruff of Cheney, WA; and grandsons, Cody and Tyson. He also has a special cousin, Jack Durrett and his wife, Betty, who recently moved to Vancouver, WA. Hank was preceded in death by his son, Michael, who died of cancer at the age of 26; his love and soul mate, Dorothy, who died just ten months ago. He requested No Funeral and to be buried beside Dorothy and Mike, in Kennewick. WA. Graveside Memorial will be held Friday, January 22, 2010, at 1:00 p.m. at Riverview Heights Cemetery, in Kennewick, WA. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to any local animal shelter or rescue group. There are two Great Danes who sure miss their Grandpa. He always brought treats when he came to visit. Becky is forever grateful for the adventures they were able to share since her mother’s passing. A special thanks to Ernie for making the trip up the Palouse Falls Canyon a reality. Hank was a trooper, smiling the whole time, not easy, at 90 years old. He was diagnosed with cancer just 13 days before his death. He is loved and missed. Arrangements by Jones & Jones~Betts Funeral Home, Wenatchee. Please express your thoughts and memories on the online guest book at

America still leads the world in caring

GUEST EDITORIAL

OLYMPIA — Our country may be struggling to compete economically with China, India and other rapidly developing nations, but when disaster strikes, America still leads the world in caring.

Grant County Fairgrounds low bid is $436,384

Grant County seeks to build by June

EPHRATA — A string of improvements at the Grant County Fairgrounds continues with a new covered arena expected to cost $436,384.

Appendicitis

Dr. Terry Murphy

FELONY VOTE

Reader opposes inmate voting rights

A felony inmate has put him or her in our prison system by not living up to our laws.

HISPANIC ISSUES

Reader highlights Hispanic issues

In response to a letter written by Tabitha Bevens and published in the Daily Herald on 01-7-10.

PUD RATES

Reader asks for more consideration

After reading the article about the January 9th public hearing of the Grant County PUD in the Monday, January 11th copy of the CBH, I find it amazing that Mr. Terry Brewer chose that meeting to lash out at me, when I wasn’t even present.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

Document Title: Notice of Trustee's Sale

Holmquist calls for Ecology moratorium restrictions

Concerned with water use

OLYMPIA — Sen. Janea Holmquist, R-Moses Lake, introduced legislation Monday, calling for stricter requirements on the Department of Ecology when they are considering a moratorium on water use.

Morris' hot start, team's solid finish leads Chiefs

Moses Lake 63Davis 53

Moses Lake 63, Davis 53; Moses Lake Christian Academy 34, Mansfield 18

Moses Lake utility burying continues

Gathering support

MOSES LAKE — Vision 2020 Chair Bill Ecret gave an update about the utility under-grounding project proposed for the downtown area alleyways.

Food bank workers reflect on holiday giving

Asks public to continue donating

MOSES LAKE — Food bank workers across the Columbia Basin reported seeing an increase of families and community support over the holidays.

Chiefs bowl to 'sub-par' win

Moses Lake 3Chiawana 1

PASCO — They may not have ended their regular season as well as they would have liked but Moses Lake High School will still take its 3-1 win against Chiawana last night.

Investigators have 'Persons of interest' in BB gun vandalism

Update given to Vision 2020 group

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake Police Chief Dean Mitchell said the have “persons of interest” related to the BB gun vandalism.

Othello keeps on rolling, beats Quincy

Othello 55Quincy 12

QUINCY — Be it home or away, neutral court, big or small tournament, or just a plain old Central Washington Athletic Conference (CWAC) dual, the Othello Huskies plan to bring it every time.

OT loss stings Moses Lake

Davis 78Moses Lake 72

Davis 78, Moses Lake 72; Moses Lake Christian Academy 49, Marshfield 29; Pateros 56, Columbia Basin Secondary 54

Alicia Danielle Payne

Alicia Danielle Payne, 18, Woodinville resident, formerly of Ephrata passed away suddenly on Sunday, January 17, 2010 at Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane.

Moses Lake loses a pioneer, civic leader

MOSES LAKE — Past mayor and civic leader of Moses Lake Marshall Burress passed away surrounded by friends and family.

2010 MRSC ROSTERS

SMALL PUBLIC WORKS ROSTER, CONSULTING SERVICES ROSTER and

MACC board sets ambulance rates

Preparing for Grant County Fire District 5 replacement

MOSES LAKE — When an ambulance company replaces Grant County Fire District 5’s ambulance service, it pay a similar amount for dispatching.

Chiefs nip Kennewick in key Big 9 game

Moses Lake 43Kennewick 38

Warden 40, Royal 32; Mansfield 65, Wilson Creek 44; Othello 54, Connell 39; ACH 58, Reardan 57; Soap Lake 67, Liberty Bell 47

Grace Louise Black

Grace Louise Black passed away on December 11th, 2009 in Issaquah, WA. She was born on September 25th, 1919 in Sunnyside, WA. In 1940 she married the love of her life and best friend, Harold, with whom she enjoyed fishing and golfing. She is survived by her husband, her son Ronald, his wife Stella, 2 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Gracie was known for her sharp whit, her strict discipline to work ethic and the tremendous love and companionship she shared with her husband. She will be missed by many. Memorial service to be held at Providence Marianwood in Issaquah, WA at 10am on Thursday January 21st.

Spring soccer program offered in Ephrata

Ephrata, WA – The Ephrata Parks and Recreation Department is getting ready to start up their Recreational 5 v 5 Under-11 – Under-15 soccer program.

Chiefs wrestlers take Marysville title

Moses Lake squeaks past Snohomish

MARYSVILLE — Only a few weeks remain in this 2009-2010 wrestling campaign and the Moses Lake High School Chiefs may have found their mojo at the right time of the season.

Warden uses grant writer for lift station

Looking for $472,000

WARDEN — The city and Port of Warden are seeking a grant to pay for a wastewater lift station for the industrial wastewater plant.

Lady Vikings rebound with big home win

Big Bend CC 84Wenatchee CC 57

MOSES LAKE — Coming off a disappointing loss Wednesday at Yakima Valley Community College it was time for the Big Bend Lady Vikings to dig deep to find that extra spark.

Robert Lee Erickson

Robert Lee Erickson died early the morning of January 11, 2010 at LakeRidge Special Care Center in Moses Lake, Washington after a long journey through Alzheimer’s. Bob was born May 28, 1934 in Rawson, North Dakota to Theodore and Valeria Erickson. He has one brother Danny living in Moses Lake, Wa., and a brother Richard, deceased.

Ephrata family feels aftershock of Haitian quake

Friends of the family in Haiti OK

EPHRATA — Tina Strickler has been on the phone a lot since Tuesday’s earthquake in Haiti.

I want to grow up to be 'something'

People always ask little kids what they want to be when they grow up.

Woman charged with assaulting child

Allegedly beat 9-year-old girl with broom

EPHRATA — A 51-year-old woman is accused of beating her 9-year-old foster daughter with a broom handle.

State revitalization program faces cut

Moses Lake used funds for downtown revamp

MOSES LAKE — In a world of multi-billion dollar budgets, you might think $120,000 wouldn’t get much attention, but there is a $120,000 program of great importance to Moses Lake.

Big Bend surges toward top of NWAACC

Ranstom records double-double in 80-69 win

MOSES LAKE — It’s starting to come together for the Big Bend men’s basketball team.

Three rivalries squared off Saturday

Ephrata 50Quincy 32

EPHRATA — Spectators may not have seen it early on in the Ephrata Lady Tigers and Quincy Lady Jacks basketball game Saturday night, but the hosts would make a difference an hour later with their early effort.

Tigers take down Quincy as Phoenix rise

Ephrata 74Quincy 25

EPHRATA — A rivalry it was shaping up to be.

Edwena 'Wendy' Raye Catlin

Born in Brownwood, Texas, Wendy was a graduate of Washtucna High School in Washtucna, Washington, and went on to serve as a highly trained Cryptologic Technician in the United States Navy, serving her country in active duty for just over 20 years. While serving in the U.S. Navy she earned her Bachelor of Science from Hawaii Pacific College in Business Administration and then continued her education, after retirement, by earning her Masters of Education in E-Education.

Request for Proposals for engineering services for Bond Consulting Services for Priest Rapids Dam and Wanapum Dam

Public Utility District #2 of Grant County Washington is requesting submission of qualifications to provide professional engineering services as needed to provide Bond Consulting from the time awarded for a period of five (5) years. Firms must meet a minimum set of qualifications in order to be considered for evaluation pursuant to RCW 39.80.

Martin Luther King honored tonight

MOSES LAKE — Rev. R.E. Tobin, Sr., pastor of the New Light Missionary Baptist Church, is hoping for a large turn out at tonight’s celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Thelma Irene (Thompson) Orr

Thelma Irene (Thompson) Orr, 81, Moses Lake, Washington resident and former longtime resident of Centralia, Washington, passed away Wednesday, January 13, 2010 at Central Washington Hospital in Wenatchee, Washington from complications due to pneumonia. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, January 18, 2010 at Sticklin Funeral Chapel in Centralia. Interment will follow in Claquato Cemetery in Chehalis. Viewing will take place at the Sticklin Funeral Chapel on Monday from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. Arrangements are in care of Kayser’s Chapel & Crematory, Moses Lake. You may sign the guestbook or leave a note for the family at

Chiefs hold off Bulldogs in Big 9 dual

Moses Lake 43Pasco 28

MOSES LAKE — With so much success during their visits to in-season wrestling tournaments, Moses Lake High School coach Jamie Wise must deal with limitations placed on his athletes on how many times they can perform during a campaign.

Moses Lake Chamber's new Web site up and running

MOSES LAKE — If you haven’t been to the Moses Lake Chamber of Commerce Web site for a few months, you should appreciate it upon your return. It’s new, attractive and useful.

Othello pins big defeat on Tigers

Othello 57Ephrata 18

OTHELLO — Othello came out ready to rumble and the Ephrata Tigers fell by the wayside to the host Huskies 57-18 last night in Central Washington Athletic Conference (CWAC) wrestling action.

Hinkle fights Obama's plan

Seeks approval of Freedom Act 2010

OLYMPIA — Rep. Bill Hinkle, R-Cle Elum, proposed a bill calling for an exemption of employers and workers from fines for not participating in a proposed national health care plan.

New lineup bowls to victory

Moses Lake bowling crushes Sunnyside

SUNNYSIDE — Having to deal with lineup changes and the ups-and-downs of building new chemistry in season bore fruit last night for the Moses Lake High School Chiefs’ bowling team.

Sada Jaylene Joe

Sada Jaylene Joe, 30, aka Grumpy or SBC, Ephrata resident passed away suddenly January 10, 2010. She was born June 11, 1979 in Burley, ID to Tony and Effie J. (Harrell) Joe.

Stephen Raymond Smith

Stephen Raymond Smith died Monday, December 28, 2009, at the University of Washington Medical Center in Seattle, from complications resulting from cancer treatment. He was 60 years of age. Steve was born May 25, 1949, in Wenatchee, WA to Cyril R. and Esther R. “Peggy” Smith. He graduated from Wenatchee High School in 1967 and from Washington State University in 1971. He later obtained his master’s a degree from Eastern Washington University. Career-wise, Steve was a teacher and librarian/media specialist in the Warden School District, located in Grant County. He retired in 2005. After retirement, Steve returned to the Wenatchee area, settling in East Wenatchee. He was active in Wenatchee’s First United Methodist Church, the congregation in which he grew up. He was also a volunteer at the Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center. His interests including reading, traveling and collecting fine art.

Benefit breakfast for Bernard family is Saturday

Police serving meals

QUINCY — A breakfast benefiting the family of Grant County sheriff’s deputy John Bernard is at the L&R Café in Quincy from 8 a.m. to noon, Saturday.

Boy Scouts create winter burrito

Boys prepare to camp in the snow

MOSES LAKE — Adam Merrill, 13, is most excited to sleep in the snow when he goes camping this weekend.

THANKS

Reader appreciates support for MLTRT

On behalf of the Moses Lake Regional Tactical Response Team, I’d like to express my sincere gratitude to the staff of the Columbia Basin Herald, as well as the citizens of Grant and Adams Counties, for making our recent fund-raiser a huge success. Thanks to the efforts of your staff, particularly Tom Hinde and Jenna Erickson, we were able to raise over $2,500.00 which will be used to upgrade our armored vehicles. Local businesses graciously donated items for the auction, and our citizens demonstrated great support for the team, and local law enforcement in general, by making generous bids on the items. Recent tragic events in our state are grim reminders of the dangers faced by law enforcement today. Thanks to the support of our community, the members of the MLTRT will be equipped with additional tools to make us safer in our duties.

Health care reform to hurt Washington

GUEST EDITORIAL

SEATTLE — U.S. House and Senate Democrats have passed two sweeping 2,000 page bills that would fundamentally and dramatically change our health care. There are significant differences between the two bills, but the more moderate Senate bill has the best chance of passing through the conference committee and being signed by the President. Both bills passed on a strict party-line vote, with essentially no support from minority Republicans.

CALL FOR BIDS

CITY OF EPHRATA

Tigers, Jacks hoops doubleheader highlights busy weekend

EPHRATA — Two schools, four coaches, and approximately four dozen basketball athletes are set to clash in Ephrata on Saturday and hundreds of fans are expected to follow.

Man concerned with bushes becoming refuge for criminal activity

Wants to remove trees

MOSES LAKE — Attorney Harold Moberg informed Moses Lake City Council of an area near his law office he says has become a refuge for the homeless and sex offenders.

MACC works on Warden tower

Inspected site on Beck Way

WARDEN — The Multi Agency Communications Center (MACC) may be moving closer to adding a radio tower in Warden.

Moses Lake stormwater fee begins March 1

Rates range $5 to $200

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake City Council unanimously passed an ordinance establishing the stormwater utility rate for residential and commercial property.

Port commissioner endorses Moses Lake flights

GUEST EDITORIAL

I would like to start out by saying thank you to all the people who participated in the election and voted for me. It is because of you that I was able to take a trip to Seattle for a conference related to my new position as Port Commissioner. This trip was a novel and rewarding experience that I would like to share with all of Moses Lake. On November 17th 2009 I took my first flight with the United Express at the Grant County International Airport to catch the first flight of the day to Seattle. This being my first time ever flying I had a lot going through my head not really knowing what to expect. As I approached the TSA area the airline employees were very helpful and it was an easy and painless screening. While waiting to board the plane I could not help but notice how everyone around me was calm there was no anxiety, no rush, and best of all no hostility. This was definitely a pleasant experience.

Quincy ranks high for high-tech business

Independent study released

QUINCY — A cost analysis study commissioned by the Port of Quincy determined Quincy is a competitive place for a high technology manufacturing businesses to locate.

Moses Lake selects new mayor, deputy mayor

Lane and Ecret chosen

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake City Council selected a new mayor and deputy mayor.

Eagles starting new branch in Quincy

Informational meeting on Jan. 21

QUINCY — The Fraternal Order of Eagles plan to start a branch in Quincy.

Lady Devils take control

Wilson Creek 61Columbia Basin Secondary 16

Wilson Creek 61, Moses Lake Secondary School 16; Moses Lake Christian Academy 66, Easton 21; Ellensburg 70, Othello 48; LaSalle 71, Royal 25

The Phoenix on fire in victory

Columbia Basin Secondary 74Wilson Creek 55

Columbia Basin Secondary School 74, Wilson Creek 55; Moses Lake Christian Academy 94, Easton 24; Soap Lake 55, Kittitas 38; Ellensburg 64, Othello 55

Othello Huskies avoid 'attack' in one-point home win

Othello 30Ellensburg 29

OTHELLO — It almost gave their coach a “heart attack,” but Tuesday’s 30-29 win for the Othello Huskies over visiting Ellensburg was still good news for Ruben Martinez as his squad continues to pull out key victories.

Garth Chatterton

Garth Chatterton, 74, longtime Moses Lake resident passed away Monday, January 11, 2010 at Columbia Crest Care and Rehabilitation Center in Moses Lake.  Arrangements are in care of Kayser’s Chapel & Crematory, Moses Lake.  Please sign the book or leave a note for the family at

Miller pleads not guilty to robbery

Allegedly robbed gas station

EPHRATA — An Ephrata teenager accused of robbing a gas station pleaded not guilty in Grant County Superior Court.

George Bert Roylance

George Bert Roylance, 85, passed away January 7, 2010 at Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane, WA. from complications due to pneumonia.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

File No.: 7069.24848 Grantors: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc. Ocwen Loan Servicing, LLC Grantee: James W. Schmidt and Denise L. Schmidt, husband and wife Tax Parcel ID No.: 11-0475-210 & 9-1325-301 Abbreviated Legal: LOT 1, BLOCK 1, CRESTVIEW HEIGHTS Notice of Trustee's Sale Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq. I. On January 22, 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 1, Block 1, Crestview Heights Major Plat, as filed in Volume 16 of Plats on Pages 33, 34 and 35, records of Grant County, Washington, together with a triangular shaped Parcel of land, located in Government Lot 4, Section 16, Township 19 North, Range 28 E.W.M., the Northwesterly line of which lies parallel to and 60.00 feet distance at right angles, to the Southeast line of Lot 1, Crestview Estates No. 4, as filed in Volume 7 of Plats, Page 41, records of Grant County, and bounded on the South by the North line of Lot 1, Block 1, Crestview Heights Major Plat as filed in Volume 16 of Plats, on Page 33, 34 and 35, records of Grant County, Washington, being more fully described as follows: Beginning at the Northwest corner of said Lot 1, Block 1, Crestview Heights Major Plat, said point being a nontangent point of intersection of the South line of said Government Lot 4, with a 20.00 foot radius curve, con cave to the Southeast, the center of which bears South 44 degrees 23'30" East; thence along the North line of said Lot 1, Block 1, Crestview Heights Major Plat and the South line of said Government Lot 4, South 89 degrees 27'41" East, a distance of 117.76 feet to the Northeast corner of said Lot 1, Block 1, Crestview Heights Major Plat; thence on a projection of the Northeasterly line of said Lot 1, Block 1, Crestview Heights Major Plat, North 37 degrees 52'34" West, a distance of 73.30 feet to a point that is South 37 degrees 52'34" East, a distance of 60.00 feet from the Southeasterly corner of said Lot 1, Crestview Estates No. 4; thence parallel with and 60.00 feet distance from the Southeasterly line of said Lot 1, Crestview Estates No. 4, South 52 degrees 07'26" West, a distance of 90.00 feet to the beginning of said 20.00 foot radius curve; thence along said curve to the left through a central angle of 6 degrees 30'56" an arc distance of 2.27 feet (chord, bearing South 48 degrees 51'58" West, a distance of 2.27 feet) to a Point of Beginning. Commonly known as: 525 North Crestview Drive Moses Lake, WA 98837 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 01/17/08, recorded on 01/29/08, under Auditor's File No. 1230825, records of Grant County, Washington, from Denise L. Schmidt and James W. Schmidt, wife and husband, 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 Lender and Lender's successors and assigns, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned by Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. to Ocwen Loan Servicing, LLC, under an Assignment/Successive Assignments recorded under Auditor's File No. 126969. *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 10/20/09 Monthly Payments $19,211.28 Late Charges $663.74 Lender's Fees & Costs $0.00 Total Arrearage $19,875.02 Trustee's Expenses (Itemization) Trustee's Fee $725.00 Title Report $965.71 Statutory Mailings $9.56 Recording Costs $28.00 Postings $70.00 Sale Costs $0.00 Total Costs $1,798.27 Total Amount Due: $21,673.29 Other known defaults as follows: IV. The sum owing on the Obligation is: Principal Balance of $252,516.27, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument evidencing the Obligation from 11/01/08, 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 January 22, 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 01/11/10 (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 01/11/10 (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 01/11/10 (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 Denise L. Schmidt 525 North Crestview Drive Moses Lake, WA 98837 James W. Schmidt 525 North Crestview Drive Moses Lake, WA 98837 by both first class and either certified mail, return receipt requested on 06/29/09, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and on 06/29/09 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 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

Project Chinook is a BMW parts manufacturer

About 180 jobs expected

MOSES LAKE — A joint venture company considering a new Grant County location apparently has plans to build a local plant for BMW parts.

Moses Lake takes third at U-High

Othello completes 7th-place tournament run

SPOKANE — A tradition of winning brings with it higher expectations.

Soccer sign-ups

MOSES LAKE — Interested Columbia Basin-area soccer players have an opportunity to register for boys and girls Under-12 soccer teams for the upcoming 2010 spring season.

Gladys Dubas

March 24, 1917 - November 15, 2009

REDONDO BEACH, CA — Gladys Dubas, 92, died on Sunday, November 15th, at Little Company of Mary in Torrance, California. She was born in Montana on March 24, 1917, the daughter of Charles Votipka and Elizabeth Luzum.

Ernest Jay Batten

Ernest Jay Batten, 85, of Kennewick, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2010 at Chaplaincy House in Kennewick.

Warden wrestling takes title

WARDEN — Warden High School’s wrestling squad has performed like a team trying to add to its dominant tradition over the years.

Idaho shooter's charges dismissed

Grand jury declines prosecution

COEUR d’ALENE — Charges against Adam M. Johnson, the man arrested for shooting two Moses Lake men, were dismissed.

Jess Neil Mayrant

Jess Neil Mayrant, 79, of Ephrata, Washington, died on Thursday, Jan. 7, 2010 at McKay Healthcare in Soap Lake. At the time, he was surrounded by family, and visited by a small bird at his window, who carried the big man’s soul to heaven.

Moses Lake offers police tip line

Reward for BB gun shooter climbs to $4,450

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Police Department established a tip line in an effort to gather information about the use of BB guns to break windows in Moses Lake.

Chiefs make splash, take 20th

FEDERAL WAY — Over 600 swimmers and divers took part in the Kentridge Invitational on Saturday and the event featuring 40 teams saw Moses Lake’s squad wrap up 20th place with 52 points.

City of Moses Lake

Notice of SEPA Appeal and Public Hearing

Chiefs roll, as Jacks win first

Moses Lake 74Pasco 58

Moses Lake 74, Pasco 58; Quincy 57, Othello 43; Ephrata 74, East Valley 50; River View 49, Warden 32; Columbia 41, Royal 32; Columbia Basin Secondary 71, Mansfield 51; Soap Lake 64, Waterville 56; Wilbur-Creston 55, ACH 53

Chiefs win third in last four contests

Moses Lake 51Pasco 34

Moses Lake 51, Pasco 34; Quincy 42, Othello 38; East Valley 43, Ephrata 26; Soap Lake 45, Waterville 23; Columbia 61, Royal 34; River View 53, Warden 33; ACH 51, Wilbur-Creston 12; Mansfield 56, Columbia Basin Secondary 15; Sprague-Harrington 68, Wilson Creek 38

Opener gets defensive in Lady Vikings' win over Spokane

Big Bend CC 58CC of Spokane 48

MOSES LAKE — With their shots missing the mark, the Big Bend Lady Vikings relied on the tried-and-usually-true method of ensuring a win:

SAMARITAN HOSPITAL

GRANT COUNTY PUBLIC HOSPITAL DISTRICT NO. 1

Pamela Lynn Darwood

Pamela Lynn Darwood, 54, passed away Tuesday, January 5, 2010 at Columbia Basin Hospital, Ephrata. 

Paul Stahl

Paul Stahl of Stahls Hutterian Brethern, beloved husband and father, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on January 8, 2010 at the age of 61 years. Paul Stahl was born December 12, 1948 to John and Elizabeth Stahl in Rockyford AB. Paul married his beloved wife Susanna on March 3 1974. Paul was a man well respected by all the members of the colony.

Quincy ranks high for high-tech business

Independent study released

QUINCY — A cost analysis study commissioned by the Port of Quincy determined Quincy is a competitive place for a high technology manufacturing businesses to locate.

Vikings record 'pressure' win in opener

Big Bend CC 96CC of Spokane 92

MOSES LAKE — It was a case of pressure, on top of pressure, on top of more pressure.

Waiting on the world to change

I am always cold.

Quinton Dale Leander

Quinton Dale Leander (Dale) passed away Jan. 5, 2010 in Moses Lake Wa. He was born on June 24, 1918 to Selma and L.J. Leander in the home near Leahy Junction, state of Washington. Services will be held Sat Jan 9, 2010 at 12:00 Noon at Nicoles Funeral Home Chapel in Ephrata and burial will be Monday Jan 11, 2010 at Bridgeport Cemetery.

Dear governor

Gov. Chris Gregoire, thank you.

FIREWORKS

Reader disagrees with ban

I believe that the person who said making the rule that fireworks in city limits are not allowed is just a very wrong thing to do. First of all, the entire firework show in town almost does more damage than civilian’s fireworks. Second, fireworks are plain fun in moderation so if people are a little more cautious then they will enjoy themselves immensely. That is all I have to say about the firework safety law.

Moses Lake takes down two squads

Moses Lake 59, Eastmont 9Moses Lake 60, Richland 9

WENATCHEE — After a run of participating in some prestigious wrestling tournaments as of late, the Moses Lake Chiefs got back to business against Big Nine competition.

THANKS

Visitors appreciate EMTs, Samaritan

I would like to take this opportunity to publicly send a huge thank you to Earl and his wife, from Ephrata, who helped us with a medical emergency on Dec. 18, 2009 in Moses Lake. We feel our Lord placed them in the right place at the right time. We do not know how we would have managed without their help. The EMTs and Samaritan Healthcare staff gave us excellent care.  Thank you to all.  You have a community to be proud of.                       

Lawmakers aim at your gas tank

GUEST EDITORIAL

OLYMPIA — Some state lawmakers plan to hit petroleum producers with more than $1.2 billion in new costs over the next decade to pay for new water pollution programs.  If refiners are forced to absorb those extra costs, they will become job killers right in the middle of a recession.  If the industry passes the costs on to consumers, they will amount to a hidden four cent per gallon increase in our state’s gas tax – already one of the highest in the nation.

Wrong number

We are saddened by the mistake made in the “local” phone book.

JUSTICE

Reader defends Toscano

I’m a U.S. citizen and a voter. In my years, I have never seen so much injustice and racial issues that I’ve seen and heard in Grant County in our courts. We vote these people in office but I’ve seen and heard such high bails for so many Hispanics and others with a payment plan like if they had a layaway. I’ve seen families targeted like the Toscano family and her children.

Academy records 54-22 win, Lady Cougars fall

Moses Lake Christian Academy 54Cascade Christian 22

Moses Lake Christian Academy 54, Cascade Christian 22; Connell 73, Warden 21

Governor praises Ephrata budget

Notes staff sacrificing pay raises

EPHRATA — Gov. Chris Gregoire praised Ephrata city staff’s decision to give up 2010 cost-of-living pay raises.

John Bernard

Jonathan (John) Mark Bernard was born on May 2nd, 1957 in Santa Rosa, California to Raymond and Mae (Minsch) Bernard.

Norm Vehrs

Sept. 29, 1927 - Jan. 5, 2010

Norm Vehrs passed away quietly after a long illness on Jan. 5, 2010.

Down Time and Stray Thoughts

Owen McClain, PGA Professional

Lois E. Boyd

Lois E. Boyd, 80, a longtime Wenatchee resident, passed away Tuesday morning, January 5, 2010 at her home in Wenatchee.

GRANT COUNTY PUD

Reader comments on rates

Most of the time people strive hard to be number one. In the case of power raises to it’s customers, the Grant County PUD has made schedule 1-Residential at the top of the list for the last 16 years, eight times to be exact.

Warden beats Connell

Warden 46Connell 44

Warden 46, Connell 44; Moses Lake Christian Academy 50, Cascade Christian 21

SUMMONS

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON

Memorial service for deputy Bernard is set for Monday

Public welcome

MOSES LAKE — A memorial service to honor Grant County sheriff’s deputy John Bernard is Monday at noon.

Boeing 787 testing begins in Moses Lake

Brings business

MOSES LAKE — Flight testing for the Boeing 787 Dreamliner started Thursday at the Grant County International Airport.

Plan to set stage now, for coming year

MOSES LAKE - Go forth into the great outdoors, experience fantastic adventures, but contribute and be a factor in the education of others.

State stops Othello from sealing well

Ecology suggests different approach

OTHELLO — Othello City Council continues to consider their options to rehabilitate well 6.

Murder victim's truck searched

Ephrata police recover .45 casing

EPHRATA — A warrant was used to search a Dodge pickup truck belonging to shooting victim Sage Munro, 35, Ephrata, on Tuesday.

Lex Pruitt

Lex Pruitt, 59, Soap Lake area resident, passed away January 5, 2010. 

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Sealed bids will be received by the Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County at Ephrata, Washington until 2:30 P.M., on January 27, 2010 for Contract Supplying One (1) New Mounted 60' Digger Derrick and Truck as more fully described in Contract Documents 170-2955.

Chiefs bowlers get out- 'conditioned' in 3-1 loss

Pasco 3Moses Lake 1

PASCO — All sports tend toward having a home team gaining a special advantage when playing on their home field or court.

Moses Lake's Camacho breaks record in team's win

Moses Lake 127West Valley 58

MOSES LAKE — Daniel Camacho could have starred in his own movie sequel on Tuesday night at the Moses Lake High School swim pool — “Holiday Break 2: Setting Records.”

John M. Bernard

John M. Bernard, 52, Moses Lake resident and Sheriff’s Deputy for Grant County, passed away Sunday, January 3, 2010 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. 

Memorial fund created for deputy's family

Funeral planning underway

MOSES LAKE — A memorial fund is established in the name of Grant County sheriff’s deputy John Bernard to help his family.

Lions survive 'rain' in win

Moses Lake Christian Academy 71Columbia Basin Secondary 63

MOSES LAKE — Monday’s rain in the Columbia Basin didn’t disappear it just moved to the Moses Lake Christian Academy’s gym.

Othello takes step in higher CWAC supremacy direction

Othello 61Prosser 12

OTHELLO — A new year for the Othello Huskies only meant one thing on Tuesday night.

Myrtle Susan W. Miller-Oestreich

Myrtle Susan W. Miller-Oestreich passed away Friday, January 1, 2010 at Columbia Crest Care & Rehabilitation Center in Moses Lake after a courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease.  Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 9, 2010 at the Moses Lake United Methodist Church with Pastor Steve Rice officiating.  Vault Interment will follow at 1:00 p.m., Monday, January 11, 2010 at the Mountain View Cemetery, Davenport, Washington.  Friends may call at the funeral home on Friday, January 8th from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.  You may sign the guestbook or leave a note for the family at

Young Lions pull away in big win over The Phoenix

Moses Lake Christian Academy 58Columbia Basin Secondary 8

MOSES LAKE — A young team in any sport must first find a way to compete, then win, and finally put away teams they are supposed to, in convincing fashion.

Grant County workers receive small raise

Agree to lower, 2-percent increase

EPHRATA — The Grant County commissioners approved a 2 percent pay raise for a majority of the county’s employees.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

File No.: 7037.16135 Grantors: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc. Chase Home Finance LLC successor by merger to Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corporation Grantee: Anthony Castro, a single person Tax Parcel ID No.: 10-0202-000 Abbreviated Legal: Lt 9, BLK 1, 1st ADD to Knolls Vista Notice of Trustee's Sale Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq. I. On January 15, 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 9, Block 1, First Addition to Knolls Vista, according to the Plat thereof recorded in Volume 3 of Plats, Page 56, records of Grant County, Washington. Commonly known as: 223 W KNOLLS VISTA DR MOSES LAKE, WA 98837 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 04/08/03, recorded on 04/15/03, under Auditor's File No. 1123088, records of Grant County, Washington, from Anthony Castro, an unmarried man, as Grantor, to Greenhead Investments, Inc., as Trustee, to secure an obligation "Obligation" in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. solely as nominee for Sierra Pacific Mortgage Company, Inc., as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned by Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. to Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corporation, under an Assignment/Successive Assignments recorded under Auditor's File No. 1133159. *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 10/10/2009 Monthly Payments $10,412.19 Late Charges $355.50 Lender's Fees & Costs $420.81 Total Arrearage $11,188.50 Trustee's Expenses (Itemization) Trustee's FFee $135.00 Total Costs $135.00 Total Amount Due: $11,323.50 Other known defaults as follows: IV. The sum owing on the Obligation is: Principal Balance of $60,736.15, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument evidencing the Obligation from 03/01/08, 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 January 15, 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 01/04/10 (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 01/04/10 (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 01/04/10 (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 ANTHONY CASTRO 223 W KNOLLS VISTA DR MOSES LAKE, WA 98837 UNKNOWN SPOUSE AND/OR DOMESTIC PARTNER OF ANTHONY CASTRO 223 W KNOLLS VISTA DR MOSES LAKE, WA 98837 by both first class and either certified mail, return receipt requested on 07/21/08, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and on 07/22/08 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 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

Ephrata Sportsmen to participate in trap Shoot starting Saturday

EPHRATA — The Ephrata Sportsmen will participate in the 92nd annual (Spokane) Spokesman Review trap Shoot beginning on Sunday.

Deputy's crash is under investigation by state

Grant County officer was between calls

EPHRATA – Grant County Sheriff’s Deputy John Bernard, 52, died in a one-vehicle wreck during his patrol shift Sunday night.

Sally Salinas

July 2, 1928 - January 1, 2010

A devoted mother, loving wife, caring grandmother and generous friend, Sally peacefully passed away from Alzheimer’s complicated by her diabetes and heart disease, on January 1, 2010 at Columbia Crest Care & Rehabilitation Center in Moses Lake.

Jean Ruth (Price) Ruff

God Giveth and God Taketh Away.  Jean Ruth (Price) Ruff passed away at home on January 2, 2010 after a lengthy illness.  Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, January 7, 2010 at Immanuel Lutheran Church with Pastor David Daugs officiating.  Interment will follow at Guarding Angels Cemetery, 2595 Road L N.E., Moses Lake.  Viewing will be held from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Wednesday,  January 6, 2010 at Kayser’s Chapel.  Please sign the book or leave a note for the family at

Buckin' Blowout results announced

MOSES LAKE — The New Years Eve Buckin' Blowout saw rodeo fans pack the Kenny Ardell Pavilion to watch the rodeo action and celebrate another New Years Eve together with their families.

Melvin David Pennel

Melvin David Pennel, 58, longtime Soap Lake resident, passed away Thursday, December 31, 2009 at his home. 

Some moments from my highlight reel

Well it’s 2010, so happy new year to everyone.

Idaho shooter sued by Moses Lake victim

COEUR d’ALENE — One of the Moses Lake victims from a shooting in downtown Coeur d’Alene is suing the suspected trigger man.

Marshall Burress

Marshall Burress, 94, longtime Moses Lake businessman, passed away January 2, 2010 in Moses Lake.

Grant County PUD president looks to 2010

Bernd elected commission president

EPHRATA — New Grant County PUD Commission President Bob Bernd says the utility has significant issues to handle in 2010.

Beatrice 'Bea' Jaroski

Beatrice “Bea” Ruth Jaroski, 84, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Thursday, December 31, 2009 at her home in Moses Lake.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

Reference Number: 1077508

Lady Vikings finish non-conference slate with loss

North Idaho 71Big Bend 62

MOSES LAKE — Their non-conference record may not be as gaudy as recent years past, but Big Bend Community College women’s basketball coach Preston Wilks will take it just the same, thank you.

Max Edgar Heinzmann

October 10, 1918 — December 7, 2009

At 91 years of age, Max E. Heinzmann passed away of natural causes on December 7, 2009 at his home in Burlington, Washington.

Columbia Basin hoops teams struggle in Saturday games

Pateros 53Moses Lake Christian Academy 27

Pateros 53, Moses Lake Christian Academy 27; Highland 35, Warden 19; Cascade 62, Royal 25; Oroville 62, Soap Lake 16; ACH 62, Sprague-Harrington 23

Jean Ruff

Jean Ruff, 76, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Saturday, January 2, 2010 at her home.  Arrangements are in care of Kayser’s Chapel & Crematory, Moses Lake.

Myrtle Miller-Oestreich

Myrtle Miller-Oestreich, 93, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Friday, January 1, 2010 at Columbia Crest Care & Rehabilitation Center in Moses Lake.  Arrangements are in care of Kayser’s Chapel & Crematory, Moses Lake.

Lions fall at Pateros, Warden bounces back

Pateros 44Moses Lake Christian Academy 37

Pateros 44, Moses Lake Christian Academy 37; Warden 52, Highland 41; Cascade 61, Royal 49; Oroville 52, Soap Lake 47; ACH 68, Sprague-Harrington 42

Grant County deputy killed in one-car crash

QUINCY (AP) — Authorities say a Grant County Sheriff’s deputy has been killed in a one-vehicle car crash.

Ralph (Butch) Guinn

Ralph (Butch) Guinn, 60, long time resident of Lind, passed away December 24, 2009, in Spokane, due to a brief illness

Lonnie R. Turner

Lonnie R. Turner, 62, longtime Soap Lake resident, died Saturday, December 26, 2009 in Central Washington Hospital in Wenatchee.

Wayne Douglas Gander

Wayne D. Gander, residing at the Pine View Alzheimer’s Facility and a former Cheney, Washington, resident died Wednesday evening, December 30, 2009, at the Hospice House in Spokane Washington.  Wayne was born at Leahy Junction, Northeast of Coulee City, Washington April 15, 1925 to Nathan and Claribel Gander. He graduated from Coulee City High school and enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1946. He spent his tour of duty at Fort Lewis, Washington.  Wayne worked for the Agricultural Stabilization Conservation Service in Ephrata, Washington and later as office manager in Othello. Resulting from budget constraints in 1967 the Othello ASCS office was permanently closed. After seventeen years of service there, Wayne embarked upon a new profession and moved to Cheney, Washington in February of 1968. He was the Farmers Insurance Agent for many years. He also worked full-time at Lakeland Village, and later retired from Eastern Washington University in 1987 as a janitorial supervisor. Wayne was an avid rock hound, and he spent much time digging for and discovering many interesting rocks from all over the country. He loved the outdoors and spent lots of time working in the yard and tending to the many varieties of flowers that he and his wife Agnes of thirty years loved so dearly. He and his present wife, Pat, have also had many memorable experiences for the past seventeen years traveling and enjoying their beautiful home and yard in Spangle, and in the Spokane Valley. Two years ago, Wayne and Pat moved to the Evergreen Fountains Senior Living Community in the Spokane Valley. Wayne was preceded in death by his parents, a sister Virginia, and wife Agnes. He is survived by his wife Pat and her three children, Gary, Patti, & Bob; three children from a prior marriage, Lawana Sellers of Spokane Valley, Russell of Aurora, Colorado, & Jeff (Jonie) of Colbert, his brother, Willis Dodge, of Tacoma, three stepchildren, John Goodrich (Jan) of Liberty Lake, Jim Goodrich (Virginia) of Cheney, and Deborah Chittenden of Soap Lake, including many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  Cheney Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements. A Funeral Service was held at 10:00 A.M. on Tuesday, January 5, 2010, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 2536 North 6th, Cheney, Washington.

The Fishin' Magician Report

Wednesday, Dec. 30

Elizabeth Lambert hair pull and rough play mars game with BYU