Sunday, July 31
Eagles Send Kolb to Cardinals
Joann Pearson and Tom Scott
BEVERLY ?- Joann Pearson is the station captain for the Beverly station of Grant County Fire District No. 10.
Broken promises carry unwelcome consequences
One man killed, two stabbed in Soap Lake
SOAP LAKE - Twin brothers sought in connection with a Thursday morning fatal shooting and double stabbing in Soap Lake were booked into Grant County Jail.
Representative Hinkle isn't seeking re-election in 2012
MOSES LAKE - Rep. Bill Hinkle, R-Cle Elum, announced he won't seek re-election to the Washington Legislature next year and instead will run for Kittitas County commissioner.
Phones Plus moves into old Arctic Circle
MOSES LAKE - Phones Plus is moving into the former Arctic Circle on South Pioneer Way in Moses Lake.
Drive-by shooting in George follows fight
GEORGE - Grant County Sheriff's deputies are investigating a Saturday night drive-by shooting in George.
Donald (Don) James Palmen
Don beloved son, father, and grandfather passed away June 20, 2011 in Brazoria, Texas.
Saturday, July 30
Haynesworth, Ochocinco to Patriots
Revealed: Details of Next 'Twilight' Film
Baseball is still the game, even if I'm a Mariner fan
I suspect I'm like a lot of Seattle Mariner fans this summer, suffering through a dismal effort while agreeing that Manager Eric Wedge's youth movement is the right idea.
Fresh News from Mardon: "Thunder Rolls" and "Explosive Strikes"
MARDON RESORT - As the days of summer roll on, the fishing only gets better out here at the Potholes Recreation Area. As the great Garth Brooks song, "The Thunder Rolls," plays in the background, the fishing is heating up just like the sound of the thunder. As the water drops and this great summer weather settles in, the elevation of Potholes Reservoir is currently at 1,037.5 feet above sea level. In layman terms it is roughly 8-9 feet below full pool.
Moses Lake woman adds bling to gift items
MOSES LAKE - Rhinestones, small pink bows and flowers bedazzle small, folding hairbrushes created by Heather Reich.
Lawson dances her way into top six
MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake's Caitlynn Lawson escaped elimination on the FOX TV show "So You Think You Can Dance?" Thursday.
Moses Lake center to receive roundabout
MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake City Council requested bids for the new Civic Center's final phase.
Fully-tested, this kid is a candidate for senior tour
John Jessup and I had our regular nine-hole golf game last Saturday.
Long-timer would rather live out his days here
CRESCENT BAR - Bill Fisher, 82, believes he'll move to Wenatchee if he is eventually forced to vacate Crescent Bar Island along with the rest of its residents.
Reader believes Brunell got the facts wrong
Mr. Brunell talks about safe chemicals for getting natural gas out of shale. He is not very well informed.
David Lara
Former Wenatchee resident authors books
DESERT AIRE - Loretta Pomerleau. who grew up in Wenatchee, recently accomplished her dream of being a published author.
Typical July: hot fishing expected; shooting enjoyed
MOSES LAKE - Our normal Columbia Basin summer warmwater fishery is heating up. But don't forget salmon fishing on the Columbia River, which is a fairly new event. Read on.
Vehicle collision started fire near George
GEORGE - A teenager tried passing a pickup on Interstate 90, collided with the truck and led the vehicles to start a fire eight miles west of George on July 17.
Residents challenge ethics of PUD's attorneys
CRESCENT BAR - Residents of Crescent Bar Island are scratching their heads. A decision Federal Judge Justin Quackenbush was to make on July 22 in the residents' lawsuit against the Grant County PUD, was delayed until Aug. 12 without explanation.
Friday, July 29
SUMMARY PUBLICATION
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING OTHELLO MUNICIPAL CODE
LEGAL NOTICE
The Port of Royal Slope is holding a Special Meeting on Tuesday, August 2nd at 9:00 am to discuss the Royal Slope Railroad. The meeting will be held at the Port's Office at 130 Camelia Street; Royal City. The public is welcome.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
LOAN NO. xxxxxx3067 T.S. NO. 1319592-12 PARCEL NO. 11-0993-012
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON FOR SNOHOMISH COUNTY
In the Matter of the Estate of ERNEST ARTHUR JENSEN JR.,
LEGAL NOTICE
The Grant County Auditor's Office, Elections Division will
SUMMARY PUBLICATION
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING OTHELLO MUNICIPAL CODE TO INCLUDE CHAPTER
SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON FOR THE COUNTY OF GRANT
In The Matter Of The Estate: MARIA ORTIZ NOYOLA, Deceased
AMENDED NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE
PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER 61.24, ET.
NOTICE OF ROAD CONSTRUCTION
North Central Construction, Inc. will begin road construction of
SUMMARY PUBLICATION
AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING CHAPTER 17.70 "ELECTRIC VEHICLE INFRASTRUCTURE"
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY JUVENILE DIVISION
In the Welfare of: YOSELIN MARTINEZ GARCIA-HANNON, Minor
Today in History for July 29th
Arizona moves on to face Chicago
SPOKANE - The Shock were defeated Friday night by the Arizona Rattlers, 62-33 bringing the 2011 season to a close for Spokane.
Thomas' bail set at $500,000
EPHRATA - Bail was set at $500,000 for the man accused of kidnapping and raping a woman from the Big Bend campus.
Home Depot helps Ephrata Senior Center
EPHRATA - Employees of the Moses Lake Home Depot rolled up their sleeves Wednesday to help out the Ephrata Senior Center.
Wild to play in preseason hockey tournament
WENATCHEE, Wash. - For the first time in franchise history the Wenatchee Wild has committed to participate in a preseason exhibition tournament. Hosted by the Trail Smoke Eaters of the British Columbia Hockey League (BCHL), the 4-team tournament will take place Sept. 1-3 at Cominco Arena in Trail, British Columbia.
Marlin post office is under review, may close
MARLIN - The Marlin post office is one of roughly 3,700 offices nationwide the US Postal Service is considering closing.
Gun laws didn't help
It is customary, after every violent tragedy, to observe that lessons must be learned from it. But the reality of the Norwegian massacre is that there are rather few to be learned.
Fishing Magician - Salmon fishing taking a turn for the better
Salmon fishing has taken a definite turn for the better on the upper Columbia in the Wenatchee area. Some very big, and I mean 40 pounds, have been landing here lately and these early summer runs are beautiful. Heavy currents have made the artificial lures, like the Super Bait, the way to go.
Fairchild commander proves worth with fly rod
This is the last of a two-part series about fishing with the Commander of Fairchild Air Force Base.
Car wash rules protect watershed
Golf results in for Kiwanis, Rotary
MOSES LAKE - The Kiwanis Club of Moses Lake & Rotary Club of Moses Lake golf tournament raised approximately $9,200 this past weekend during its scramble event held at the Moses Lake Golf Club.
Police departments offer a night out against crime
MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake, Ephrata and Quincy police are taking part in National Night Out on Tuesday.
No perfect solution to our energy needs
Parrott, Phelps, Motzkuses win men's mixed scramble
CRESCENT BAR - The team of Sharon Parrott, George Phelps and Gail and Chuck Motzkus took first place with 55.85 at the annual mixed scramble hosted by the Crescent Bar Golf Course men's club on July 10.
Pay attention
The closer Congress lets our country drift to financial disaster, the louder the vitriol and double-speak becomes.
Grant County sees 1,870 more jobs in June
MOSES LAKE - Grant County saw 1,870 more non-farm jobs in June than in May, according to figures provided by the state Employment Security Department.
TSA upgrade
The era of easy air travel is over for the foreseeable future, but a sensible improvement to software in full-body scanners at least represents an important step toward a more tolerable boarding experience at the nation's airports.
Soccer league asks for fields in Mattawa
MATTAWA - The adult soccer league in Mattawa asked the city council, at its last meeting, to develop new fields to accommodate the growing organization.
Thursday, July 28
PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS
In the Matter of the Estate of MELVIN R. KUCH, Deceased
PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS
IN RE THE ESTATE OF: BETH A. McCREARY, Deceased.
PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS
IN RE THE ESTATE OF: HAZEL R. HAUGHTON, Deceased.
NOTICE OF STATE'S INTENT TO NEGOTIATE LEASES
Department of Natural Resources will begin negotiation of expiring leases with existing lessees on the following parcels. All leases are subject to third party bids by interested parties. Lease terms and bidding information is available by calling the Southeast Region at 1-800-527-3305 or by visiting the Region Office at 713 Bowers Road, Ellensburg, Washington 98926. These leases expire December 31, 2011.
Public Notice
Grant County Public Works
First round of playoffs futhers Breast Cancer Awareness
TULSA - In the AFL's efforts to promote breast cancer awareness, pink striped footballs will be used during the First Round of the 2011 AFL postseason.
Today in History for July 28th
Suspects sought for Soap Lake shooting
Today in History for July 28th
Wal-mart Opens First Express Store in Chicago
Final Shreves reunion at Crescent Bar helps with matriarch's grieving
CRESCENT BAR - Sandra Shreves and her family celebrated their final Crescent Bar reunion last weekend. Surprisingly, Sandra is not sad about it.
Zacarias Pichardo
Zacarias V. Pichardo, 80, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 24, 2011 at Samaritan Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Holy Rosary will be prayed at 10 a.m., Thursday, July 28, 2011 at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church immediately followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. Viewing will be from 9 to 9:45 a.m., Thursday, July 28th. Burial will follow at Guarding Angels Cemetery, 2595 Road L. N.E., Moses Lake. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a note for the family at www.kayserschapel.com Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory.
Manta Rays have big weekend in pool, behind top performances
BREWSTER - Over the weekend, the Manta Rays competed in Brewster and had strong swims by Jackson Fair, Zachary Washburn, Josiah Johnston and Amber Garrett.
Member-Guest tourney results
MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Golf Club held its Member-Guest Tournament this whole last weekend and the results have just been made available.
Man stabbed in head with screwdriver
MOSES LAKE - David B. Vanbouchaute, 25, Moses Lake, was arrested for the stabbing of a 38-year-old Moses Lake man Sunday.
Police position offered
MATTAWA - Police Chief Steve Jensen has reported to the Mattawa City Council that Fernando Mu–—z as been offered the entry level police officer position.
Riddle, Lennon, Quealey, Bennett first in Sadie Hawkins golf event
CRESCENT BAR - Jerry Riddle, Candy Lennon, Jack Quealey and Mavis Bennett combined their talents to score 87 and win the annual Sadie Hawkins Day hosted by the women's club at the Crescent Bar Golf Course on July 12.
Lacinda S. Huddleston
Lacinda S. Huddleston, 55, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away peacefully at Central Washington Hospital in Wenatchee on Friday, May 13, 2011, with her family and friends at her bedside. A memorial service will be held at Straub's Funeral Home, 325 NE 3rd Avenue, Camas, WA on July 30, 2011 at 11:00 am. This will be followed by a Celebration of Life at Angelo's Pizza in Camas.
When 'Dimes' were worth much, much, more
MOSES LAKE - On Thursday one of the sons of Moses Lake came back home and gave back to many who may not have been blessed with the life he himself has had.
Grant PUD's attorneys' ethics challenged in court
CRESCENT BAR - Crescent Bar Island residents question the ethics of the attorneys representing Grant County PUD.
Robert Longston
Robert (Leroy) Longston, 77, long time resident of Moses Lake, passed away at his home on July 23, 2011. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, July 29, 2011 at Kayser's Chapel. Burial will be at 2:15 p.m. at the Washington State Veteran's Cemetery, 21702 W. Espanola Rd., Medical Lake, Washington. Viewing will be from noon to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, July 28th at Kayser's Chapel. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a note for the family at www.kayserschapel.com Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory, Moses Lake.
Last summer for six businesses at Crescent Bar
EPHRATA - This week Grant County PUD staff is informing Crescent Bar businesses about the end of their lease next year.
Wednesday, July 27
CBH TV Special Report - Caitlynn Lawson, SYTYCD Contestant (July 27)
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL
Suspect arrested in college rape case
MOSES LAKE - A transient suspected of kidnapping and raping a 19-year-old Moses Lake college student was arrested Tuesday morning.
Shock add depth and experience to line
SPOKANE - The Spokane Shock announced today that OL Myniya Smith has been added to the roster. Smith, 6-6 350, is an AFL-Veteran with NFL experience.
Stocks Fall As Lawmakers Remain at Odds
Fire threatens homes near Wilson Creek
MOSES LAKE - A wind-whipped wildfire covered 1,200 acres and threatened several homes Monday evening in northeast Grant County.
Royal business manager chosen from among staff
ROYAL CITY - The Royal School District didn't have to go far to find a replacement for recently-departed business manager Clinton Sherman.
Sun Devils win final district game, head to state finals
MOSES LAKE - Needing to win one game the Moses Lake Sun Devils took two to clinch a Junior American Legion District title to advance on to the state finals.
Chef Dez on cooking: contributing to childhood obesity?
In my last column, I supplied you, the readers, with a selection of no-cook recipes for kids of all ages to make with the intention of contributing to family meal preparation. Getting kids involved with food prep not only helps to create a special bonding time, but also to generate a sense of pride and anticipation of mealtime.
Royal 1972 graduate to promote novel
ROYAL CITY - Ann Clizer, who grew up in Royal, will make a return on Thursday, August 11, to promote her recently-published novel, "Selective Abandonment".
Local Calendar for July 28 - September 1
Local Calendar
Sand Dance planned
MATTAWA - The Wahluke Enrichment Organization (WEO) will celebrate the second annual Dance in the Sand at Sandbar Marine at the Port of Mattawa on Saturday, July 30.
Dunes wrap season up at Babe Ruth state
POULSBO - It may not have been the ideal way to wrap up their season but the Moses Lake Dunes can still say it ended at the Babe Ruth U-13 State Championships at Snider Park.
Public comment sought on All Hazards Mitigation Plan
MOSES LAKE - Grant County Emergency Management is seeking comment on the county's All Hazards Mitigation Plan.
Boneyard Recycling case ends with guilty plea
EPHRATA - A Soap Lake man will serve 30 days in jail for possessing more than $11,000 worth in stolen items.
Grant PUD considers manager contract
EPHRATA - Grant County PUD commissioners are considering a five-year employment contract for General Manager Tim Culbertson.
Grant County Jail chief demoted
EPHRATA - Former Grant County Jail Chief Deputy Greg Knutson was demoted in June after his fiancée told police he'd assaulted her during a St. Patrick's Day domestic dispute.
Fishing Magician: Big summer runs
Summer run salmon are pouring up the Columbia River, and although heavy flows continue to hamper angler's efforts, there are both Chinook and sockeye being caught. Many are still making it to the big eddy below Wanapum Dam, their destination, but fishing in the Wenatchee area is very much worth a try.
Warm weather, great racing
EPHRATA - Warm weather finally made its way to eastern Washington which helped bring out a great crowd.
Today in History for July 27th
Today in History for July 27th
Tuesday, July 26
Lakeland Restoration Services
Washington State Department of Natural Resources (Government
Notice of Application
Date of Notice: July 26, 2011
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY
FINANCIAL FREEDOM ACQUISITION LLC,
City of Moses Lake - Notice of Application
Blackstone OTR LLC submitted an application for environmental
Rape suspect captured in Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake police arrested Jerald W. Thomas Jr., 33 for the abduction and rape of a Big Bend Community College student this morning.
Today in History for July 26th
Today in History for July 26th
College student abducted, raped
MOSES LAKE - A 19-year-old woman was abducted at knife-point at Big Bend Community College, then robbed and raped.
Local grad kindles a love of nature
MOSES LAKE - Most high school graduates look forward to summer break as a time to lounge around the house, but not Daniel Talbot.
Suzy Bogguss performs at Moses Lake festival
MOSES LAKE - Country music singer Suzy Bogguss weaved small stories of her life throughout her concert during an outdoor performance at McCosh Park.
Christy Youngers helps expectant moms
MOSES LAKE - Christy Youngers walks up to a baby clothing rack and starts reading price tags aloud.
Lucas, Brissey big winners in women's golf
CRESCENT BAR - Playing in the first division, Marian Lucas put her name on the honors board four times at the July 5 women's day competition at Crescent Bar Golf Course.
Volunteers prove their value with quick action on wildfire
GEORGE - A farmer and a communications operation learned of the value of dedicated, well-trained volunteer firefighters last Friday afternoon.
Clyde Andrews preps for another trek with Jeep
OTHELLO - In 2012 Othello's Clyde Andrews is going on his second trek with friends from the Military Vehicle Preservation Association.
Moses Lake looking for reserve officers
MOSES LAKE - The City of Moses Lake is currently accepting applications for reserve police officers.
Monday, July 25
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY- JUVENILE DIVISION
In the Welfare of: ZHITEM R.M. BENNETT CASE NO: 10-7-00206-0
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL
RiverDogs claim NW Prep Tournament title
MOSES LAKE - They may not have been playing at their home, Johnson-O'Brien Stadium, but the Columbia Basin RiverDogs baseball team felt right at home at Big Bend Community College this weekend during the Northwest Prep Tournament,
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT A CLOSED RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON-COUNTY OF CHELAN
IN PROBATE In the Matter of the Estate NO. 11-4-00159-0 Of CARL
BEFORE THE HONORABLE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON
In the matter of the Application of NOTICE OF HEARING ON
BEFORE THE HONORABLE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON
In the matter of the Application of NOTICE OF HEARING
NOTICE OF ISSUANCE OF DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE
Grant County has issued a Determination of Non-Significance
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
File No.: 7021.27874 Grantors: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc.
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL
OR LA PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA QUE UNA AUDIENCIA PUBLICA DE ACTA ABIERTÁ SE LLEVAR¡
ACABO EL 9 de agosto de 2011 a las 10:00 a.m. en la sala de
Brantner, Phelps tour course in 27
CRESCENT BAR - Larry Brantner and George Phelps toured the Crescent Bar Golf Course in 27 putts on July 13 to win one phase of the Men's Day competition.
Baseball is still the game, even if I'm a Mariner fan
I suspect I'm like a lot of Seattle Mariner fans this summer, suffering through a dismal effort while agreeing that Manager Eric Wedge's youth movement is the right idea.
Fishing Magician: Big season "happening" ... Hooked on Toys
Hooked on Toys in Wenatchee is the place to be this coming weekend. The Berkley Experience Trailer is coming to town and this is a very big deal. I remember what it was like last year, and it's the biggest "happening" for anglers the whole season. It's not easy to get this trailer and staff to come to small markets like Wenatchee, but last year's visit was so successful they were happy to come back.
Today in History for July 25th
Today in History for July 25th
Warden family leaves to help folks in Peru
MOSES LAKE - Peru is calling Brad and Lici Roth and their two sons, Mateo and Elijah.
Former Mama's Exxon owners open deli
MOSES LAKE - Ron and Maria Pennington recently opened Mama's Mountain Fresh Deli at Penn Plaza in Moses Lake.
BMW/SGL outlines future
MOSES LAKE - The plant manager of BMW/SGL Automotive Carbon Fibers' Moses Lake plant aims to match production of the world's carbon fiber market.
Garfield, Stone Talk 'Spider-Man' at Comic Con
Sunday, July 24
Lynn Garza becomes broker/realtor for Windermere
MOSES LAKE - Lynn Garza is now a broker/realtor at Windermere/K-2 Realty in Moses Lake.
Walleyes go 2-and-2 in four games
MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Walleyes had a busy week of baseball.
Computers stolen from middle school
MOSES LAKE - Two juvenile males were arrested Thursday afternoon for the theft of computers from the Chief Moses Middle School.
Saturday, July 23
Raw Video: Weiner Dogs Race in Seattle
Williams: Wasted 2 Years Being Loyal to Woods
Guild office manager promoted to loan officer
MOSES LAKE - Guild Mortgage Office Manager Sarah Bullinger was promoted to loan officer assistant this week.
Lawson keeps on showing she can dance
MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake's Caitlynn Lawson made it through another round of eliminations unscathed on Thursday's episode of the FOX TV show "So You Think You Can Dance?"
Fishing Magician: From Wells Dam, Okanogan
I checked with Bob Fateley at the Triangle Exxon in Brewster to see how the fishing for summer run Chinook and sockeye was going up there and got disappointing news. His word for the action was "dead". Very few Chinook are being taken in the Brewster Pool as yet, and no sockeye to speak of.
Ephrata landfill garbage pit burns
EPHRATA - Grant County Fire District 13 responded to a rubbish fire at the Ephrata Landfill Wednesday night and again Thursday when the fire reignited.
Friday, July 22
Today in History for July 22nd
Raw Video: Explosion Rocks Oslo Gov't Offices
After Shuttle, NASA Lays Off Thousands
Othello to flush fluoride out of well
OTHELLO - A year-long rehabilitation project lowered fluoride levels in one of Othello's municipal wells although the amounts still exceed US Environmental Protection Agency thresholds.
Unity needed for next rail proposal
MOSES LAKE - Community members must show unity in presenting a second proposal to the state Legislature about freight rail expansion routes near Moses Lake, said Kent Jones, the port's commission president.
Median barrier installed on SR 17
MOSES LAKE - No delays are expected, but drivers will experience some lane shifting over the next few months as median barriers are installed on state Route 17.
Immigration trickle
The vast majority of illegal immigrants in the U.S. come from Mexico. That shouldn't surprise anyone. A big surprise is that Mexican migration appears to have fallen to a trickle because of several factors, not the least of which is an improving job market south of the border.
Reader believes it is a revenue problem
The idea of "limited government" is appealing in the abstract, but not in concrete terms.
The Colonels Guemmer are resilient anglers
MOSES LAKE - This is the first of a two-part series about fishing with the Colonels Guemmer.
Work needed
The haggling in Congress over whether to pay the credit card bill for money already spent reveals how at least one party has lost sense of any priorities.
PROBATE NOTICE TO JEAN M. COTSFORS CREDITORS
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY JUVENILE DIVISION
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY
PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE
Women's soccer opportunity
MOSES LAKE - Women 18, and older, looking to play soccer might get the chance.
SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON FOR SKAGIT COUNTY
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON
Ephrata woman wins house
EPHRATA - Donna Wallar was eating dinner at Mommy Yum Yums in Ephrata when she got the call on her cell phone.
Reader grateful for garage sale support
Last Saturday, July 16, I held a garage sale to help raise money for the Evergreen Chapter of the ALS Association. My Aunt Betty passed away 4 years ago from ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) and this was in honor of "Team Betty." I would like to thank the Moses Lake community for coming out and supporting it in such a generous way, especially the little girl that handed me her big bag of coins! She contributed $8.50 of her own money, which helped me raise a total of $840, all of which has been sent to the foundation to help the cause! This is the best community to live in! Please join me walking this Oct. 1 at the "Walk to Defeat ALS" or watch my fundraising progress at
'Cramming' fee
They're small amounts, usually overlooked by most customers and, according to recent Federal Communications Commission estimates, affect 15 million to 20 million American households.
Thursday, July 21
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON - IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF GRANT
NO. 11-4-00093-5 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Warden School District 146-161 Board of Directors will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2011-12 school district budget. The hearing will be held a the regular meeting of the Warden School District Board of Directors scheduled for Thursday, July 28th, 2011 in the high school library. The hearing is open to the public and any person may appear at the meeting to be heard for or against the budget or any part thereof. The completed budget is on file at the district administration office and a copy will be furnished to any person requesting one.
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Warden School District 146-161 Board of Directors will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2010-11 Capital Projects Fund Budget Extension. The hearing will be held at the regular meeting of the Warden School District Board of Directors scheduled for Thursday, July 28th, 2011 at 7:00pm in the high school library. The hearing is open to the public and any person may appear at the meeting to be heard for or against the budget extension or any part thereof. The completed budget extension is on file at the district administration office and a copy will be furnished to any person requesting one.
LEGAL NOTICE
Grant County Public Utility District No. 2 (Grant PUD), P.O. Box 878, Ephrata, Washington 98823, is seeking coverage under the Washington State Department of Ecology's Construction Stormwater NPDES and State Waste Discharge General Permit.
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON - IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF GRANT
NO. 11-4-00094-3
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR LINCOLN COUNTY
PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS - RCW 11.40.030
DEA searches houses in Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE - At least three homes were searched by DEA in Moses Lake Thursday morning.
Today in History for July 21st
Today in History for July 21st
Sing with Suzy Bogguss
MOSES LAKE - Suzy Bogguss doesn't want you to be shy. She wants you to sing along with her.
Christian motorcyclists come to Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE - They started trickling into the Grant County Fairgrounds Tuesday.
Asencion Guzman
Asencion "David" "Chon" Guzman, 82, longtime Moses Lake resident went to our Lord on July 19, 2011 in Columbia Crest Care and Rehabilitation Center.
Residents learn about lake at MLIRD forum
MOSES LAKE - With educational booths, a free barbecue donated by businesses and airboat rides, the Moses Lake Irrigation & Rehabilitation District's community forum offered activities for everyone.
Getting 'Spooky' Saturday
MOSES LAKE - Tom Garrett has been in the music business since he was 15 years old.
Drive-by shooting in George follows fight
GEORGE - Grant County Sheriff's deputies are investigating a Saturday night drive-by shooting in George.
Anna Gentry
Anna S. Gentry, 66, Moses Lake resident passed away, Monday, July 18, 2011 at home. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a note for the family at
Food, wine and music comes to McCosh Park
MOSES LAKE - Food, wine and music are on the menu at Moses Lake's McCosh Park this weekend for the Grant County Food & Wine Festival.
Wednesday, July 20
Today in History for July 20th
CBH TV Special Report - Caitlynn Lawson, SYTYCD contestant (July 20)
CBH TV Special Report - Caitlynn Lawson, SYTYCD contestant (July 20)
LEGAL NOTICE
Central Washington Asphalt will begin reconstruction work on Booker Road Project #1 from mile post 8.03 to mile post 12.04, Foley Rd. to Providence Rd., on July 18, 2011 by rehabilitation of the roadway by milling/grinding, grading, shoulder widening, extension of culverts, guardrail, new hot mix asphalt wearing surface and other work. Work shall be completed by October 14, 2011.
GRANT COUNTY SMALL WORKS ROSTER
Grant County is seeking general and specialty contractors to
FUNDING and MEETING NOTICE
Grant County, Washington has been awarded federal funds in the amount of $41,680 under the Emergency Food & Shelter National Board Program.
GRANT COUNTY VENDOR LIST
Grant County is seeking vendors to fill a list for the purchases
SEPA RULES - RCW 197-11-970: DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE
DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSAL: Multiple Capital Projects at Priest
Today in History for July 20th
Residents see how dredge works
MOSES LAKE - About 50 Moses Lake residents and dignitaries walked up a steep incline to see sediment pumped from the lake's bottom into a holding pond.
Keith Auger Hebdon
Keith Auger Hebdon, 89 of Royal City, WA passed away Tuesday July 5th at Kadlec Medical Center in Richland, WA.
Americans play well at 10U invitational
BREWSTER - The Americans 10U Baseball team fared well over the weekend.
Bud Clary Automall
No perfect solution to energy needs
Manta Rays host annual summer invitational
MOSES LAKE - Swim teams from Washington, Idaho and Canada met in Moses Lake for the annual Moses Lake Manta Ray Sizzlin Summer Invitational this weekend. More than 300 swimmers hit the lanes in several levels of competition.
Correction
In the story last week about the Summerfest, we had an incorrect name for the winner of the Royal 1K Histio Fun Run. The sixth-grade girl's name was Kay Lester, not Kay Uster.
Kenneth Buckingham
Kenneth W. Buckingham, 73, longtime Soap Lake resident, passed away suddenly but peacefully at home, Thursday, July 14, 2011. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, July 23, 2011 at Don's Restaurant (Banquet Room) in Soap Lake. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a note for the family at www.kayserschapel.com Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory, Moses Lake.
Three females pursued by Suburban
MOSES LAKE - Police are seeking information on a harassment incident involving three females by several males in a vehicle.
Five Soap Lake council candidates hold meeting
SOAP LAKE - About 50 people packed into the Desert Diner in Soap Lake to hear five city council candidates discuss ideas for the town's future.
It isn't Ancient, but it sure is Royal
While playing in the Summerfest tournament on Saturday at the Royal Golf Course, my brother Bob said he did a double-take when he saw the sign.
Mattawa Community Day to be revived
MATTAWA - Recalling the celebration of days gone by, lifetime Mattawa resident Maggie Celaya is spearheading an effort to revive Mattawa Community Day.
River Dogs 2-2 at weekend tournament
CORVALLIS, Ore. - The Columbia Basin River Dogs split at Northwest Baseball Classic in Corvallis, Ore.
Mattawa Chamber president resigns
MATTAWA - Rafael M. Mendoza has resigned as president of the Mattawa Area Multicultural Chamber of Commerce as of July 13.
Sand Dance planned
MATTAWA - The Wahluke Enrichment Organization (WEO) will celebrate the second annual Dance in the Sand at Sandbar Marine on Saturday, July 30.
Canola processing facility to be built in Warden
WARDEN - The Pacific Coast Canola project in Warden received funding to build a facility at the Port of Warden.
Santiago "Chago" Villafana
ROYAL CITY - Santiago "Chago" Villafana joined Grant County Fire District No. 10 in 2002 as a firefighter.
Volunteers prove their value with quick action
GEORGE - A farmer and a communications operation learned of the value of dedicated, well-trained volunteer firefighters last Friday afternoon.
Collision starts fire near George
GEORGE - A teenager tried passing a pickup on Interstate 90, collided with the truck and led the vehicles to start a fire eight miles west of George on Sunday.
Tiffany Lynn (Stucky) Anderson
Tiffany Lynn (Stucky) Anderson went to be with our Lord and Savior on Monday, June 13, 2011 in Anchorage, Alaska.
State championship run ends for the Desert Dogs
KENT - A possible run to the next level at the North Washington Senior Babe Ruth State Championships ended for the Desert Dogs in an 8-1 loss to the Toyota Bash at Russell Road Park in Kent last Friday.
Weekly Calendar
Sidewalk project to go to bids
MATTAWA - The Mattawa City Council has authorized Mayor Judy Esser to seek construction bids for the sidewalk project on Boundary Street.
Tuesday, July 19
General Petraeus Hands Over Afghanistan Command
Toad the Wet Sprocket - Basin Summer Sounds
LEGAL NOTICE
Central Washington Asphalt will begin reconstruction work on
NOTICE: ANNOUNCEMENT OF AVAILABILITY OF PERMIT MODIFICATION
PERMIT NO.: WA-002106-7
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS - Grant County, Washington
RESOLUTION No. 11-057-CC
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY
FINANCIAL FREEDOM ACQUISITION LLC,
Aiko Omori
Aiko Omori, 89, passed away July 13, 2011 at her home. Viewing will take place at Kayser's Chapel on July 18, 2011 from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 19, 2011, at Kayser's Chapel of Memories. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a note for the family at www.kayserschapel.com Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory, Moses Lake.
Residents ask for unified approach to redistricting
MOSES LAKE - The Washington State Redistricting Commission visited Moses Lake to gather community input on how district lines should be redrawn.
Second person charged in drive-by
EPHRATA - A second person is facing charges in a December drive-by shooting in Mattawa.
Hastings defunds shoreline amendment
MOSES LAKE - Congressman Doc Hastings successfully stopped funding for a shoreline management plan he said leaves unanswered questions.
Martin victorious in Australia
MOSES LAKE - Holly Martin is a three-time medal winner.
State redistricting: a primer on the process
MOSES LAKE - Redistricting is redrawing state congressional and legislative districts based on the latest census figures.
Today in History for July 19th
Mediator Joins NFL Meetings in New York
Trading Yoga Mats for Paddleboards
Today in History for July 19th
Monday, July 18
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
File No.: 8073.20026 Grantors: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc.
LEGAL NOTICE
Central Washington Asphalt will begin reconstruction work on
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
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LEGAL NOTICE
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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
File No.: 7021.27764 Grantors: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc.
BEFORE THE HONORABLE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON
NOTICE OF HEARING ON APPLICATION FOR A COUNTY ROAD FRANCHISE
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT A CLOSED RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
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BEFORE THE HONORABLE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON
In the matter of the Application of NOTICE OF HEARING ON
Moses Lake removes hedge height limit
MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake City Council approved the first reading of an ordinance to allow city residents to grow hedges to any height they like.
Fishing Magician: Kids Trout Derby
The Icicle Valley Chapter of Trout Unlimited is kicking off summer trout fishing with their annual Kids Trout Derby at the Juvenile Pond on Blackbird Island in Leavenworth. The event will take place on Saturday, July 23rd, starting at 8 a.m.
Grant County may monitor fairgrounds septic systems
MOSES LAKE - Grant County may need to build monitoring wells for the septic systems at the fairgrounds.
Numerica names new CEO
SPOKANE VALLEY - Carla Altepeter, president/CEO of CitizensFirst Credit Union in Oshkosh, Wisc., was recently appointed as Numerica Credit Union's new chief executive officer.
Moses Lake answers printing bid questions
MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake City Council was asked why they didn't solicit bids for a recent printing and mailing job that was ultimately given to two out-of-city companies.
Today in History for July 18th
Today in History for July 18th
SYTYCD - Signature Moves: Caitlynn
Sunday, July 17
Yoga, stand up paddle classes offered on Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE - Donna Godfrey, 50, and her daughter, Elizabeth, 14, have found a new twist on a known exercise.
Grant County students headed to rodeo finals
MOSES LAKE - A trio of Grant County students are headed to Wyoming.
Col. Guemmer expected to attend Lunch with the Troops
This month's Lunch with the Troops event has all of the elements to produce a best-of-the-year luncheon. While each of the monthly gatherings has been special simply because a bunch of us civilian folk has been able to visit with and buy an airman a lunch, this month is extra special.
Saturday, July 16
Grant County to build new landfill shop
EPHRATA - Grant County plans to replace the shop, office and scale complex at the landfill, after it became too small for the equipment.
Not as many fireworks fires
MOSES LAKE - Firefighters throughout Grant County were busy over the Fourth of July weekend, but not as busy as last year.
Sagebrush Center Golf fund raiser set
DESERT AIRE - The annual Sagebrush Senior Center Golf Tournament and Auction at the Desert Aire Golf Course will be held on Friday, July 29.
Reader upset with parade float
Coming to Crescent Bar, expecting a good, innocent, patriotic celebration of our country's birth has been a must-see event for Barbara and I for about 30 years now. I've always believe it's an opportunity to teach our children good values and celebrate what's great about our nation's independence. Ninety-nine percent of the floats in this year's parade accomplished that. Imagine my surprise when the "Heroes of Crescent Bar" float rolled past with cemetery crosses labeled "commissioner" on them. What kind of message does this send? What does this teach our children? The people who created that image need to apologize to first, the children on the float who were used by the adults who created the float, secondly, to the rest of their fellow islanders, and most of all, to the commissioners. Did you really believe this would help attain the goal of lease extension? I understand your frustrations, but this was over the top. Last year, I recall seeing the words "Mt. KillaPUD" on the back of a float. I have worked quietly and tirelessly behind the scenes to change this perception by the rate payers of Grant County P.U.D., in regard to Crescent Bar Island. By the time I had gotten to Ephrata Tuesday morning for damage control, the news had already reached there. You have to understand this is an absolute defenseless position for me. What can I do but say it was the feelings of just a few. Without a dog in this fight, I feel I need to have the support of the more sensible minds on the island in order to know I'm standing on fertile soil. How about it Crescent Bar, are you with me?
Moses Lake man injured in I-90 roll-over crash
MOSES LAKE - Michael Compton, 30, Moses Lake, was injured Wednesday evening when his vehicle rolled on Interstate 90.
Strong armed robbery reported
GEORGE - The Grant County Sheriff's Office is searching for two men who allegedly committed a strong-armed robbery here in the early morning hours of July 3.
Benjamin Hankins
Benjamin Ross Hankins, 85, of Ephrata, WA passed away peacefully on July 9, 2011 at Quincy Valley Medical Center. He was born in Sapulpa, OK on April 27, 1926 to Benjamin Franklin and Mary Ola Hankins. Ben came to Washington State with his brother in 1949, where they found work and settled near Ephrata.
Raffle Permit Hunt deadline a week away
Yes, we hammered this last week, but this is the last week, as we want to make sure readers don't miss out on this opportunity.
Taxpayers should cut up Uncle Sam's credit cards
Casey Anthony verdict tests honesty of conservatives
An item on the national scene that caught my attention in recent weeks was media reaction to the Casey Anthony murder trial.
Friday, July 15
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Notice of Trustee's Sale Pursuant To the Revised Code of
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON FOR SNOHOMISH COUNTY
In the Matter of the Estate of:
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON FOR SKAGIT COUNTY
LEGAL NOTICE
Central Washington Asphalt will begin reconstruction work on
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
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Requests for Bids
Palisades Development Group, as Construction Manager for Housing
NOTICE OF MITIGATED DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Moses Lake issued a
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF
Fishing Magician: Summer runs... running a little late this year
There are some nice bright, big salmon being taken on the upper Columbia River in the vicinity of Wenatchee, but fishing is still better at Wanapum. However, that is about to change.
Junior rodeo kicks up some dust
MOSES LAKE - Children from all over the Northwest competed for a buckle at the Moses Lake Junior Rodeo Saturday and Sunday.
Public invited to dredge celebration, forum
MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District's dredge machine begins work Monday.
Rep. Hinkle isn't seeking re-election
MOSES LAKE - Rep. Bill Hinkle, R-Cle Elum, announced he won't seek re-election to the Washington Legislature next year and instead will run for Kittitas County commissioner.
Praise for Columbia Basin Secondary School
Knee-jerk law
Anybody with a heart can understand the urge across the nation to pass some type of "Caylee's Law" that would make it a felony for parents or caregivers not to report missing children quickly. But wise lawmakers should take a pass on it.
Moses Lake noise ordinance left unchanged
MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake City Council decided not to change the city's noise ordinance.
Richard Lowther
Richard Dean "Dick" Lowther passed away Sunday, July 10, 2011 after a lengthy illness. A memorial service will be held at 1:30 p.m., Saturday, July 16, 2011 at Kayser's Chapel of Memories. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a note for the family at www.kayserschapel.com Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory, Moses Lake.
Veenstra, Hector, Fisher, Stewart win at Mid Season races
EPHRATA - The conclusion of the Mid Season Championships for Ephrata Raceway Park took place Saturday night with the Ephrata Pioneer Muffler II Pure Stocks, Pepsi Street Stocks, Super Stocks and 360 Sprints. The action pitted the youth against seasoned racers and the youth prevailed.
Buy local
Millions of U.S. manufacturing jobs have been sent overseas by corporations eager to utilize low-paid foreign workers. To resist this betrayal, Rep. Nick J. Rahall, D-W.Va., helped form the bipartisan Buy American Caucus in Congress to require the federal government to purchase American-made products as much as possible.
So you want to be a wildlife photographer...
MOSES LAKE - The notion sounds interesting, fun and, yes, even romantic: Become a wildlife photographer. A person can carry the idea a step further and become a wildlife filmmaker as well.
Final frontier
In a few days, a sleek winged ship will drop out of the sky after spending nearly two weeks in space. It will glide to a runway - most likely in Florida.
Man sentenced for theft
EPHRATA - A Moses Lake man held at gunpoint, while he was trying to steal pieces of equipment, will serve a year in prison.
Ralph Seibel
Ralph E. Seibel, Sr. of Moses Lake, passed away July 8, 2011 at the age of 89 at Deaconess Hospital in Spokane, WA. Ralph was born on July 21, 1921 to John and Anna Seibel in Windsor, Colorado. His family moved to the Wapato area when he was a young man. He married Enid Batten on December 29, 1940. Ralph, Enid and family moved to Moses Lake in 1959. Ralph had worked in the CCC camps in Oregon as a young man, then on various farms and U&I Sugar until it closed, then Ralph did maintenance at BBCC until he retired. He loved to travel with his wife in their 5th wheel all over including Alaska, Canada and Mexico. He was involved in the Moses Lake Yacht Club and Sandy Sams. He enjoyed going to wrestling matches, ball games, camping and salmon fishing. He was on a bowling league and a Master Gardener. He loved going to the Health Zone. Ralph was preceded in death by his wife, Enid Seibel and their son, Glenn. He is survived by his children Paul Seibel of Los Angles, Ca., Ralph Seibel Jr. (Rosie) of Spokane, Wa., Dianne Aldridge (Dick) of Vancleave, Ms., Ron Seibel (Cathy) of Moses Lake, Wa., Cheryl Shantz (Gary) of Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Lyle Seibel of Pleasanton, Ca., David Seibel (Sandy) of Portland, Ore., Dan Seibel (Janine) of Spokane, Wa. He had 13 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Ralph was a dedicated husband and father and loved his family very much. The family requests no flowers and wish donations be made to the cancer care of your choice. The Seibels will greet family and friends on July 21, 2011 at 11:00AM at Benson's Funeral Chapel (5th and Division), Moses Lake.
Thursday, July 14
Grant County principal heads Heritage college
MOSES LAKE - Heritage University's Moses Lake school has a new director, John Bartkowski, Ph.D.
LEGAL NOTICE
Central Washington Asphalt will begin reconstruction work on
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY
NO. 11-4-00074-9, PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW
LEGAL NOTICE
Grant County Public Utility District No. 2 (Grant PUD), P.O. Box
SEPA RULES RCW 197-11-970 - DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE
DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSAL: NERC Mitigation Project.
Notice of Meeting of the Grant County Board of Equalization
Notice is hereby given that the County Board of Equalization
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Warden School District 146-161
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Warden School District 146-161
Notice of Application and Public Hearing
Notice is hereby given that a Conditional Use Permit application
Today in History for July 14th
Today in History for July 14th
Listen to this!
MOSES LAKE - Ephrata's annual Basin Summer Sounds concert series features 11 bands Friday and Saturday with a little of something for everyone.
Dunes qualify for Babe Ruth U-13 state finals
ELLENSBURG - The Moses Lake Dunes are heading to the U-13 Babe Ruth State Tournament in Poulsbo after capturing thier district championship this past weekend in Ellensburg.
Othello thanks Fairchild for holiday help
OTHELLO - Othello and the chamber of commerce Monday expressed gratitude to Fairchild Air Force Base personnel for taking part in the city's Fourth of July events.
Rose Graham
Rose L. Graham, 96, went to be with her Lord on Friday, July 8, 2011 at Samaritan Hospital, her son and grandchildren at her side. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, July 16, 2011 at Kayser's Chapel of Memories. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a note for the family at www.kayserschapel.com Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory, Moses Lake.
Steven Ormsby
Born September 18,1960 in Tracy, CA to Thomas W. and Roberta J. Ormsby. Steve died on June 24, 2011 at Deaconess Medical Center from asthma complications. Steve moved to Moses Lake, Wa. on February of 1975 and graduated in 1978 from Moses Lake High School. Steve joined the Coast Guard in 1978 and served on the USCGC Yocona, a driver-class rescue and salvage ship. He achieved the rank of Bosuns Mate. Steve did various jobs after the Coast Guard and was a commercial painter. Steve married Mary Uribe on June of 1996. Steve's greatest joy in life was his family. Steve enjoyed cooking for his family and friends and was known for his tamales and barbeque. He was a Mariner's and Seahawk's fan, enjoyed shooting guns and had a great interest in history and world affairs. Steve had a great love for people and had many close friends.
Grant County sheriff's adds deputy for dunes
EPHRATA - A state grant is allowing the Grant County Sheriff's Office to hire a new deputy and increase maintenance at the Moses Lake sand dunes.
Port appoints executive director
MOSES LAKE - Port of Moses Lake commissioners unanimously appointed consultant Patrick Jones as its executive director this week.
Woman victim of fake online car purchase
MOSES LAKE - A Moses Lake woman was duped out of $3,000 while attempting to purchase a vehicle over the Internet.
Wednesday, July 13
CBH TV Special Report - Caitlynn Lawson, SYTYCD contestant (July 13)
CBH TV Special Report - Caitlynn Lawson, SYTYCD contestant (July 13)
Requests for Bids
Palisades Development Group, as Construction Manager for Housing
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY JUVENILE DIVISION
SEPA RULES RCW 197-11-970, DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE
DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSAL: Multiple Capital Projects at Priest Rapids Dam, including:
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL
NOTICE OF MITIGATED DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE
The Department of Ecology issued a Mitigated Determination of
NOTICE TO BIDDERS
Sealed bids will be received by the Public Utility District No.
LEGAL NOTICE
Central Washington Asphalt will begin reconstruction work on
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER 61.24, ET. SEQ.
THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT, AND ANY INFORMATION
Jose Elizalde
Jose Elizalde, 76, of Warden passed away July 8, 2011 at Kadlec Medical Center in Richland, Washington. His loving family was at his side. Holy Rosary will be prayed at 6:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 12, 2011 at Queen of All Saints Catholic Church in Warden. Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 13th at Queen of All Saints Catholic Church. Viewing will be from noon to 6:00 p.m., Tuesday July 12th at the church. Interment will be at Sunset Memorial Gardens in Warden. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a note for the family at www.kayserschapel.com Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory, Moses Lake.
Today in History for July 13th
Moses Lake well represented
RENTON - Moses Lake was well represented in the Miss Washington finals.
Today in History for July 13th
REC Silicon suing Grant County over taxes
EPHRATA - REC Silicon is suing Grant County, claiming the county's appraisal was wrong by more than $600 million.
Strong-armed robbery reported
GEORGE - The Grant County Sheriff's Office is searching for two men who allegedly committed a strong-armed robbery here in the early morning hours of July 3.
Othello opts not to change parking rules
OTHELLO - Property owners in Othello can carry on parking vehicles on unpaved areas of their residential lots.
Moses Lake base cleanup continues
MOSES LAKE - The payment of $58.25 million in clean-up funds means more underground well sampling near the former Larson Air Force Base.
Earline Gambriel
Earline Eleanor Gambriel, ninety years old, passed away July 7, 2011 of natural causes at her home in Soap Lake, Washington.
School bumper stickers due to appear
ROYAL CITY - The Royal School District's Community Communication Committee has developed a bumper sticker you may soon be seeing around town.
Public works, redistricts part of report
EPHRATA - State Rep. Judy Warnick, R-Moses Lake, spoke to the Ephrata City Council about state changes in public works, public records requests and redistricting.
Weekly Calendar
Taxpayers should cut up Uncle Sam's credit cards
Sagebrush golf fund-raiser set
DESERT AIRE - The annual Sagebrush Senior Center Golf Tournament and Auction at the Desert Aire Golf Course will be held on Friday, July 29.
Wes Wallace, Michelle Wallace
ROYAL CITY - Wes and Michelle Wallace are the only father-and-daughter team to share a Grant County Fire District volunteer spotlight.
Ephrata street projects finish early
EPHRATA - The first three phases of Ephrata's street and water pipe replacement project finished ahead of schedule and under budget.
Not as many fireworks fires this year
MOSES LAKE - Firefighters throughout Grant County were busy over the Fourth of July weekend, but not as busy as last year.
Fishing Magician: Ray Stanley bass tourney this weekend
Wow. I almost forgot to tell all you bass fishin' guys about the Annual Ray Stanley Memorial Tournament in Pateros. It's coming up this Saturday, July 16th. This will be the 21st year for the tourney, and there is always room for a few more boats to join in on this fun event.
Wahluke school work on schedule
MATTAWA - Wah?luke School District Superintendent Aaron Chavez reports that work necessitated by the reconfiguration of schools is on schedule.
Cattle Producers of Washington to meet
RITZVILLE - There will be an update on the progress of the new meat processing plant at Odessa at the monthly general meeting of the Cattle Producers of Washington on July 13.
History of Larson AFB topic of historical society
EPHRATA - Margaret Schiffner of Moses Lake will make a presentation about the history of Larson Air Force Base at the July 14 Grant County Historical Society meeting.
Anthony verdict tests honesty of conservatives
An item on the national scene that caught my attention in recent weeks was media reaction to the Casey Anthony murder trial.
Tuesday, July 12
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
Notice of Trustee's Sale Pursuant To the Revised Code of
Yarbro Auctioneer Info Request Page (HTML)
Calendar
Local calendar of events July 16 - August 27
RiverDogs, Desert Dogs claim both top invite spots
EPHRATA - Both the Columbia Basin RiverDogs and their Desert Dogs brethren took first place in their respective divisions of the RiverDogs Invitational held this past weekend at Johnson-O'Brien Stadium.
Today in History for July 12
Today in History for July 12
Ordinance No. 2618
An ordinance amending Chapter 17.15 of the Moses Lake Municipal
Ordinance No. 2619
An ordinance amending Chapter 17.18 of the Moses Lake Municipal
Ordinance No. 2620
An ordinance granting a franchise to Northland Cable Television,
Ordinance No. 2621
An ordinance amending Chapter 3.62 of the Moses Lake Municipal
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FOR A SECURITY CONSULTANT
Proposals will be received by the Public Utility District No. 2
STATE OF WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY
REVISED
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
File No.: 7104.15006 Grantors: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
File No.: 7037.06735 Grantors: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc.
Keith Hebdon
Keith Auger Hebdon, 89 of Royal City, WA passed away Tuesday July 5th at Kadlec Medical Center in Richland, WA.
Ukrainian workers enjoy better life in Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE - It has been more than 10 years since Mariya Radchishina and Lyubov Konovalchuk arrived in Grant County from Ukraine.
Project encourages drivers, bicyclists to share road
MOSES LAKE - While the law says bicyclists are allowed to ride on city streets along with vehicle traffic, the reality is sometimes less straightforward.
'Do it yourself' redistricting kit available
OLYMPIA - The Washington State Redistricting Commission website has tools allowing anyone with a computer to draw new boundaries for Washington's congressional and legislative districts.
Pasco man charged for Mattawa drive-by
EPHRATA - A Pasco man is accused of being involved in a December drive-by shooting in Mattawa.
Legislative redistricting forum is Thursday
MOSES LAKE - Big Bend Community College hosts a public forum Thursday to discuss where Washington's new legislative and congressional district lines should be drawn.
Monday, July 11
Moses Lake shooting suspect arrested
MOSES LAKE - Anthony Jack Aswell, 23, Moses Lake, was arrested yesterday afternoon by Moses Lake police in connection with the Wednesday shooting of a 24-year-old Moses Lake man.
Fishing Magician: Great fishing at Wanapum Dam, Gibbon says
There are summer run salmon being taken in the Wenatchee area, but the best catches of kings in the early season are once again coming from below Wanapum Dam.
Quincy City Council supports housing project
QUINCY - Three Quincy councilmembers questioned a Catholic Charities housing project planned for the city.
Hammer Time Mob Dance
Today in History for July 11th
America's Dirty Secret: Child Sex Trafficking
Sunday, July 10
River Dogs open tourney with win over Bellevue
EPHRATA - It took a little while for the Columbia Basin RiverDogs to exert itself as inhospitable hosts of this year's RiverDogs Baseball Invitational on Thursday.
Caitlynn Lawson moves in dance competition
MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake teen Caitlynn Lawson easily escaped elimination on Thursday's episode of the TV show "So You Think You Can Dance?" after delivering a stunning performance Wednesday.
The weed program emphasized by Jeff Janke
Last week, on Thursday, June 30, we featured the last gardening column for 2011. Space limitations did not allow us to run the last bit of information from Jeff Janke. We feature his last bit of advice on weed control today. Read on.
Ephrata Councilmember Schultheis resigns
EPHRATA - Ephrata Councilmember Heidi Schultheis announced she plans to leave her position after the July 20 meeting.
Saturday, July 9
William Brischle
William Robert Brischle (Bill) Othello, WA.
'Family' celebrates 11th annual Crescent Bar Fourth gathering
CRESCENT BAR - If he ever has to leave Crescent Bar, North Park lot owner Matt Black will remember it as "a uniting place for friends and family to celebrate the Fourth."
Longest July 4 Parade ever at Crescent Bar
CRESCENT BAR - Residents of Crescent Bar and friends from around the area staged their biggest Fourth of July Parade yet on Sunday, July 3.
Colockum Ridge's Jan Hageson steals the show at women's golf
CRESCENT BAR - The ladies of the Crescent Bar Golf Course hosted their counterparts from Colockum Ridge (Quincy) Golf Course at their regular women's day on Jun 28 and were treated to some special golf by Colockum's Jan Hageson.
Moses Lake laundromat fire quickly doused
MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Fire Department quickly extinguished a small fire Wednesday night at General Laundry.
Irish pub opening reset for July 23
MOSES LAKE - Tymmy O'Shea's Irish Pub in Moses Lake is opening later than planned.
Deadline for Raffle Permit Hunts is in two weeks
Yes, we hammered this last week and we will again next week, but we want to make sure readers don't miss out on this opportunity.
Tom Harris tops men's golf play
CRESCENT BAR - Tom Harris was the first place winner in the first division in men's day action at the Crescent Bar Golf Course on June 29.
Lawmakers should tread carefully on state health exchange
Sheriff's vehicles getting new tracking system
EPHRATA - Grant County Sheriff Tom Jones announced last week he will pursue purchase of a system that will use satellites to track police vehicles for greater efficiency and deputy safety.
Margaret Linder captures competitive President's Cup
CRESCENT BAR - Margaret Linder won the 2011 Crescent Bar Golf Course women's club President's Cup on June 21 and learned why Mavis Bennett wins often in weekly women's events.
Quackenbush delays decision
CRESCENT BAR - A decision on whether to postpone the Crescent Bar residents' lawsuit against the Grant County Public Utility District has been delayed about three weeks.
Benson sentenced to 8.5 years for shooting
EPHRATA - Mark L. Benson will serve eight-and-a-half years in prison for shooting his then wife in the shoulder last September.
Friday, July 8
Notice of Application, Issuance of Determination of Non-Significance, and Adoption of Existing Environmental Document
Notice is hereby given that Grant County will be reviewing a
S E P A R U L E S RCW 197-11-970 D E T E R M I N A T I O N O F N O N S I G N I F I C A N C E
DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSAL: NERC Mitigation Project.
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY JUVENILE DIVISION
Today in History for July 8th
Today in History for July 8th
Nintendo Unveils Wii U, Investors Dump Stock
Obama's Afghan policy is a failure
U.N. craziness
The United Nations has never lived up to the grandiose aspirations of its founders. By the 1990s even many of its supporters admitted the world body had become a bloated debating society. Madeleine Albright, then U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, called it "elephantine" and decried the chronic waste and lack of accountability.
Justice for who?
They both seemed so guilty.
Wolves, other wild critters abound
MOSES LAKE - The series of sounds were haunting and certainly unforgettable. The pitch went up, then down. It sounded again and I knew it was not a coyote, which can be heard frequently around the Columbia Basin. My coyote experiences have the animal voicing a series of barks along with a high-pitched howl.
AMR declines to provide service to Quincy
QUINCY - Quincy is negotiating with a different ambulance company after American Medical Response chose not to take over service for the city.
Illegal fireworks a problem
QUINCY - Grant County Fire District 3's chief asked the Quincy City Council to support state legislation limiting firework sales and use.
Ship of fools
All hail the government of Greece for single-handedly mothballing the flotilla that was setting sail to challenge Israel's naval blockade of Gaza.
Othello starts sewer project
OTHELLO - Othello is moving toward an extensive sewer collection upgrade to the entire area south of state Route 26.
Worker sues Ephrata hospital
EPHRATA - A former Columbia Basin Hospital employee is suing her former employer, claiming she was terminated for reporting misconduct.
Thursday, July 7
Lady Vikings basketball camp begins Monday
MOSES LAKE - The BBCC Lady Vikings Basketball Camp will take place starting Monday and go through July 15 and then with another one the following week, July 18-22.
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS
Sealed bids, plainly marked "BID FOR Fairgrounds/Valley Road
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY
PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Fewer fireworks incidents reported
MOSES LAKE - Fire departments across the region kept busy throughout the Fourth of July weekend, although fireworks related calls were down from last year.
Pending home sales jump nationally by 8.2 percent
MOSES LAKE - Agreed upon offers for homes, or pending sales, jumped by 8.2 percent from April to May in the United States, reports the National Association of Realtors.
Elma Swanson
Elma M. Swanson, shed her earthly encumbrances and went to be with her Lord on June 29, 2011 at Samaritan Hospital surrounded by her devoted and loving family. Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, July 11, 2011 at Pioneer Memorial Gardens. A Memorial service will follow at 11:00 a.m., July 11th at Kayser's Chapel. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a note for the family at www.kayserschapel.com Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory, Moses Lake.
Willis Duane Christensen
Willis Duane Christensen of Bothell WA. died June 29th 2011 at Evergreen Hospice Center.
Grant County home sales stay even in May
MOSES LAKE - Figures for closed sales in Grant County and Moses Lake stayed even from May 2010 to May 2011.
Men robbed at gunpoint in George
EPHRATA - Grant County Sheriff's deputies are searching for two men who allegedly robbed a man at gunpoint in George early Sunday morning.
Myrna Corbett
Myrna Kathleen Coyle Corbett, 81, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 29, 2011 from complications due to pneumonia. A celebration of life service will be held Friday, July 8th at the Moses Lake First Presbyterian Church at 3:30 pm. Burial will be at Terrace Heights Cemetery in Yakima at 11:00 am, Saturday, July 9th. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a note for the family at www.kayserschapel.com Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory.
Case against prosecutor dismissed
EPHRATA - A former Grant County employee dropped her civil suit against the county, her former boss and the human resources director.
Thomas Jacob Hickman
Thomas Jacob Hickman, 79, went home to be with our Lord and Savior after a courageous battle with cancer, on July 1, 2011 with his loving family at his side. Rosary will be held at Our Lady of Fatima Church on July 7th, 2011, 5:30 pm. Services will be held at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church on July 8th, 2011, 10:00 am. Viewing will be from 9 to 9:45 a.m. at the church on Friday, July 8th. Interment will follow at Saint Rose of Lima Cemetery in Ephrata. The family will greet friends at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church CCD center following the graveside services. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory, Moses Lake. Please sign the book or leave a note for the family at www.kayserschapel.com
Today in History for July 7th
Today in History for July 7th
Wednesday, July 6
Today in History for July 6th
County weed assessments to rise $2 in 2012
EPHRATA - The Noxious Weed Control Board is increasing its assessments after roughly eight years of keeping the same prices.
CBH TV Special Report - Caitlynn Lawson, SYTYCD contestant (July 6)
Calendar
Local calendar of events July 18 - August 27
Today in History for July 6th
Parents follow couple to the sun of Desert Aire
DESERT AIRE - Brad and Karen Kleinschmidt were tired of Seattle area traffic and weather when they decided to move here in 2005.
Wenatchee Wild unveils 2011-2012 hockey schedule
WENATCHEE, Wash. - The 2-time NAHL West Division Champion Wenatchee Wild has released its schedule for the 2011-12 season.
Anne Garke
Anne Elma (Schmauder) Garke, 96, of Wenatchee, died Wednesday, June 22, 2011.
Fire EMT: Laura Roecks
ROYAL CITY - Laura Roecks is in her seventh year as a volunteer with Grant County Fire Districts Nos. 10/11 as an Advanced EMT. Roecks and her husband Dale joined the fire district together.
Desert Aire author's works centered on satan, murder
DESERT AIRE - Loretta Pomerleau retired in 2004 from a successful career as a chiropractor, but recently she completed her real dream of being a published author.
Smokiam Days celebrates city's history
SOAP LAKE - Eileen Beckwith put the finishing touches on her float, draping bead necklaces on mannequins Saturday morning.
Riverdogs suffer from weekend ups, downs
YAKIMA - The reasons for inconsistencies that currently plague the Columbia Basin RiverDogs baseball team is not surely known but there are some suspicions.
Deep Water Concert Series a casino's play for stature
MANSON - If the phrase "Deep Water Concert Series" sounds new to you, it is.
Music, fireworks light up McCosh Park
MOSES LAKE - A community barbecue, country music concert and fireworks drew people to McCosh Park to celebrate the Fourth of July on Monday.
George cherry pie keeps people coming back
GEORGE - Thousands of people lined up in George Monday for a little slice of a big tradition.
Moses Lake may change noise law
MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake City Council requested city staff draft an amendment to the city's noise ordinance after a bar owner said it could help him stay in business.
Dr. Carlson wins $2,500 for Royal High science
ROYAL CITY - Dr. Eric Carlson's video for the Science WoRx contest on the Internet was the winning video.
School district runs survey
ROYAL CITY - There was a questionnaire by the Royal School District in last week's The Royal Register by which school officials hope to determine the best way, or ways, to communicate with parents.
Idaho producer recalls sprouts
WASHINGTON (AP) - An Idaho sprout producer has recalled its alfalfa and spicy sprouts because they may be linked to 21 cases of salmonella poisoning.
CPOW topic: update on processing plant
RITZVILLE - An update on the progress of the new meat processing plant at Odessa is on top at the monthly general meeting of the Cattle Producers of Washington on July 13.
County fire districts prepare for wildfire season
MOSES LAKE -Residents of Grant County are no strangers to wildfire. Last Fourth of July an errant firework sparked the McConihe Flats Fire northwest of Moses Lake, scorching 1,400 acres, threatening 50 homes and destroying one house and several outbuildings before it was contained.
Fishing Magician: New guest at Rufus Woods fishing party
My wife hadn't had the opportunity to try the fishing at Rufus Woods yet, so last Sunday I drove around the long way and put the boat in a Seatons Grove. The parking lot was packed and when I ran down river to the Nespelem Bar across from the upper net pens I joined the fishing party going on there.
Royal Summerfest golf tournament slots still open
ROYAL CITY - Organizer Andrew Perkins announced on Friday that there are still open slots for the Royal City Summerfest Scramble golf tournament.
County revenues on track
EPHRATA - Grant County stopped using registered warrants and is near its revenue predictions for the year.
Gov. Gregoire will not seek third term
OLYMPIA - Gov. Chris Gregoire issued the following statement after announcing she has decided not to pursue a third term as governor:
Nearly all Red Rock students on for test day
ROYAL CITY - Principal Richard Gregoire reports that students were on hand the first day for 1,089 of the 1,098 Measurement of Student Progress tests this year.
Moses Lake continues rabbit, chicken ban
MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake City Council decided to defer a decision on allowing residents to raise chickens and rabbits.
Weekly Calendar
Walleyes split two at home, continue improved play
MOSES LAKE - Behind a Saturday split against Wenatchee, the Moses Lake Walleyes have now won three out of their last four games in American Legion play.
Groundwater supplies are reportedly dwindling
MOSES LAKE - Groundwater supplies feeding agricultural wells and city supplies aren't receiving enough new water for the future, according to representatives with the Columbia Basin Groundwater Management Area, or GWMA.
Fly-in nets $1,600
DESERT AIRE - Poor weather kept some planes from making an appearance, but the spirits of the locals were as high as ever for the fifth annual Desert Aire Fly-in Breakfast on June 18.
Summerfest may be a festival for others to copy
When first I heard there would be no carnival at Royal City's Summerfest, I wondered just how good a festival it could be.
Tuesday, July 5
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
File No.: 7037.07376 Grantors: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
File No.: 7307.23579 Grantors: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc.
STATE OF WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY - REVISED
NOTICE TO CONSTRUCT A NEW AIR POLLUTION SOURCE,
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE
File No.: 7301.27053 Grantors: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc.
Notice of Primary Election
Grant County, State of Washington
Public Meeting Notice
The Board of Directors of the Moses Lake Irrigation and
County fire districts prepare for wildfire season
MOSES LAKE - Residents of Grant County are no strangers to wildfire.
Today in History for July 5th
Today in History for July 5th
Monday, July 4
Free Summer Concert Series starts off with a bang
MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake's annual Free Summer Concert Series starts off with a concert and fireworks show July 4.
Sunday, July 3
Caitlynn Lawson moves forward on dance show
MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake teen Caitlynn Lawson faced elimination for the first time on Thursday's episode of the TV show "So You Think You Can Dance?"
Saturday, July 2
Walleye, Bass promise an eventful Fourth
MARDON RESORT - Ready or not here comes the Fourth of July 2011 edition.
Robert Benjamin Scanlan
Robert (Bobby) Benjamin Scanlan, lifelong Moses Lake resident, unexpectedly passed away this weekend at age 25. Bobby loved art and had a passion for music. He was a guitarist and founding member of Sally's Army, a local rock band. Bobby was a very caring and generous person who never took life for granted. He lived life to the fullest before it was tragically cut short. He was preceded in death by his older sister Melanie Nicole Scanlan. He is survived by his Father Robert Glenn Scanlan of Moses Lake, WA, Mother Sieglinde "Siggy" Mueller, and sister Steffanie Jo Caudle both of San Angelo, TX, Brothers Robert and Thomas Geiger of Spokane, WA, Grandparents Don and Eva Getzinger of Twin Falls, ID, Aunt Kimberly Greenlee of Portland, OR, Aunt Teresa Davidson of Wenatchee,WA and several cousins nieces and nephews. Funeral information will be posted to the
Honors spread out over women's field
CRESCENT BAR - There were no three or four-time winners in Women's Day play at the Crescent Bar Golf Course on June 21.
Hot air balloon rides for Fourth
CRESCENT BAR - For those who are willing to rise early, there will be an added treat in the park on July 3 for the Fourth of July celebration.
REC Silicon, Grant PUD sign power contract
EPHRATA - REC Silicon and Grant County PUD signed a 20-year power sales agreement Wednesday to guarantee service to the Moses Lake company.
Histiocytosis victim confronts ailment with will to be normal
ROYAL CITY - If you saw Jackson Noftle walking down the street, you likely wouldn't say he's ill. He looks like a normal 15-year-old.
County collects latex paint free of charge
EPHRATA - Joan Melvin of the Grant County Solid Waste Programs, reminds the community that the county offers free year-around collection of latex paint from commercial and residential sources.
Fourth of July Festivities
This Fourth of July weekend we are proud to bring back our annual Golf Cart Parade and Fireworks Show! Sunday, July 3 at 2 p.m. the parade will start at MarDon Resort and run through the Potholes Golf Course and O'Sullivan's Resort, ending up back at MarDon for the awards ceremony at 3 p.m. Don't miss out on one of the area's most unique events! The professional fireworks show will begin at dusk the same day. For more information or entry into the parade call Annie at 509-346-2651.
Peter "Peter V" Vinedal
Peter "Peter V" Vinedal of Palm Desert, Calif., and a long-time resident of Crescent Bar, died suddenly at his home in Palm Desert on Monday, May 16, 2011. He was 56.
Some American Heroes up front, others obscure
The theme of the Fourth of July celebration at Crescent Bar - Our American Heroes - brings to mind a series by the History Channel back in the 1990s about heroes of Spanish surname who have fought for America.
Quincy negotiating with ambulance service
QUINCY - Quincy joined an agreement with other cities and fire districts to negotiate with a new ambulance service for the city.
No newspaper Monday
MOSES LAKE - The Columbia Basin Herald is closed Monday for the Fourth of July.
Charges amended to first degree murder in Quincy killing
EPHRATA - Two of the people allegedly involved in a Quincy drive-by killing are now charged with first-degree murder.
Carol Ditty
Carol Ditty passed away peacefully at home on June 22, 2011. She was born in Baker Oregon on May 27, 1934 to Glenn and Vivian Smith. The childhood home was in Pondosa, a lumber mill town in the Blue Mountains. After graduating from Union High School, she worked in a lumber mill office and then a Pharmacy Co. In later years she worked for Sears and the Oregon Forestry. When the folks moved to the farm, she enjoyed visiting and helping on the farm in Warden. In Feb. 1962, she married Bob Ditty and subsequently adopted his boys, Dwight and Byron. While they lived in Quincy she became a super-duper bowler and for many years was on local teams and travel teams. She and Bob both loved the mountains and they spent as much time as possible at their home in Granite, Oregon, fishing, mining, mushrooming and wood gathering. Among other hobbies were knitting and quilting. A Warden resident since 1968, she loved having nieces, nephews, and grandchildren for summer visits to the farm. Husband, Bob preceded Carol in death in 2000, as well as son Dwight in 2007. She leaves behind Luwana Ditty, Byron (Verna) Ditty. Grandchildren, Gregory (Kristen) Ditty, Kriston (Ko) Weyns, Mark (Becky) Ditty, Deanna (Reese) Olney, 10 great grandchildren, sister Dona Sartin, Uncles Ken E Smith (JoyAnn) and Cecil Smith (Adeline). Many nieces, nephews and cousins. And her loving caregiver of 17 years, Janie Martinez. Memorial Services will be at the graveside on July 16, 2011 at Pioneer Memorial Gardens at 1:30 p.m.
Deep Water Concert Series a casino's play for stature
MANSON - If the phrase "Deep Water Concert Series" sounds new to you, it is.
Camp Hanford brought Joan Wiseman and her husband west
CRESCENT BAR - A U.S. military post that no longer exists is responsible for Joan Wiseman leaving her native South Dakota and settling in Washington.
White Heron Events
Food card exam set
ROYAL CITY - Food worker card examinations will be given by the Grant County Health District at the Royal City City Hall on July 6.
Alma Maria Olson White
Alma Maria Olson White, a long time Grant County resident, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, June 15, 2011 with her daughter Alana by her side. During the Christmas season on December 27, 1924 Olaf and Elin Jarf-Olson lovingly welcomed home Alma. Alma grew up in Spraque, Manitoba Canada with seven supportive siblings. Deeply rooted in Scandinavian tradition. In 1951, she received her Registered Nursing degree in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Her move to Moses Lake, Washington came in 1968 where she continued her passion for nursing. Through many years of working and building a life, Alma was immensely blessed with dear friends and family.
Quincy council rejects replacement vehicle
QUINCY - Several Quincy councilmembers said officers should check the oil in the patrol cars before using them.
Now is the time when it's good to have neighbors with gas
Environment key in perfect wine
Since the Central Washington and Southern British Columbia climates are somewhat unique in the world we are still learning about the best ways to utilize this arid environment. One such way has more or less been pioneered by British Columbia - ice wines and late harvest wines. B.C. winemakers have made a bit of a name for themselves with these wines, entering competitions and earning gold medals all over the world.
Golf Tournament
The Sammie Bash Golf Tournament will be held the Saturday, July 9. For information call 800-416-2736 or 509-346-2651 or email us at
Parker goes low to win
CRESCENT BAR - Bill Parker fired a 65 for the low round of the field and first place in division 1 of the Crescent Bar Golf Course Men's Day Competition on June 22. The day's play was net score only, by division, and KPs (closest to the pin) in each division. There were 19 players.
Friday, July 1
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
Family Services of Grant County
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY JUVENILE DIVISION
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS
Sealed bids, plainly marked Bid For Dry Coulee Road, CRP 10-02,
Notice of Application & Public Hearing Date of Notice: July 1, 2011
Notice is hereby given that a Preliminary Plat application and
SUMMARY PUBLICATION
In accordance with RCW 35A.12.160, the following is a summary of
LEGAL NOTICE
Grant County Courthouse is accepting bids for the removal of two
Friends raise funds for Scanlan's funeral
MOSES LAKE - Police confirmed the body of a young man pulled from Moses Lake Wednesday is Robert B. Scanlan, a 25-year-old reported missing last weekend.
Smokiam Days blasts off in Soap Lake this weekend
SOAP LAKE - Smokiam Days in Soap Lake kicks off Saturday with a pancake feed at the senior center and culminates with a firework show Sunday.
Sand Scorpions' fireworks stand robbed
MOSES LAKE - The Sand Scorpions ORV group's fireworks stand near the Grant County Fairgrounds was robbed of cash and fireworks after closing late Tuesday night.
Today in History for July 1st
NBA Lockout Begins
Reader disagrees with industrial contracts
Well it's happened, large industrial power customers will start receiving power contracts. At Mondays PUD meeting Commissioners Brewer, Bernd and Walker voted to allow REC to receive unlimited power and use multiple meters for 20 years into the future. To their credit Commissioners Allred and Flint voted against this power pig out. This opens the door for all large industrial customers in this rate class to receive the same. This irresponsible action will greatly effect power rates for residential and farm customers in the future. Aside from the fact that Grant PUD is out of physical power from its project they will now have to build expensive infrastructure to accommodate the increasing power demands as a result of this vote. The other rate classes will help pay for this increased cost. Much more market power will have to be purchased as a result. Multiple meters will have the effect of reducing the power bill for these industrial customers by placing them in a lower rate tier further reducing revenue from the industrials.
No pay raises in Grant County
EPHRATA - Grant County employees won't see pay raises in 2011.
Free speech lives
The U.S. Supreme Court was wise to strike down a California law banning sales and rentals of violent video games to minors.
Columbia River dams help prevent flooding
Thank goodness we have Columbia River dams. These dams provide us with electricity, which is especially evident right here in Grant County, because our county's public utility district owns two of the dams, Wanapum and Priest Rapids, and our electrical cost is less than we might otherwise experience.
NBA Lockout Begins
Which is it?
The U.S. House proves again why a 435-member "Not Quite Joint Chiefs of Staff" is less than optimum for designing and executing military policy.
Merle Chamberlain
Merle A. Chamberlain, 77, passed away from a recent illness amid loving family on June 25th. He is survived by his wife, Shirley, 3 sons, a sister, 5 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Merle was a brilliant engineer and showed signs of genius and leadership at a young age. He had an adventurous side being the subject of the 50's hit - "Hot Rod Lincoln". He met his sweetheart after high school and they married and had 3 sons. They traveled extensively across the west as an oil drilling engineer for Baroid and Standard Oil. They later settled in Blackfoot, ID when his sons began school. He worked at American Potato (later known as Basic American Foods) for over 30 years. The family moved to Moses Lake in the mid-60's and he spent the last 12 years retired. He loved fishing, hunting, shooting and spending time with his grandchildren. He will be greatly missed. His grandson put it best, "My Grandpa can fix anything." Per Merle's wishes, there will be only a private memorial service for family and close friends.
Cross your fingers
President Barack Obama's release of oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve has political and economic benefits, but both are likely to be transitory.
Reader wants partisan cooperation
Your position of "no tax increases" is unreasonable, while holding the federal debt ceiling bill "hostage." What purpose is served by your failure to raise the debt ceiling? It is not the welfare of the country that you are serving? By continuing this "so-called debate" to not pass the debt ceiling.
Fishing Magician Report - Friday, July 1
There's good news and bad news in regard to water conditions here in Central Washington. The good news is that the high flows make for great fishing conditions on the Icicle River for spring salmon. High water and the fact that spring salmon are still coming into the river is good news for anglers. I floated the river recently and had an amazing day.
Doctors move to health clinic
MOSES LAKE - Two of the three doctors terminated from the Samaritan Clinic earlier this month are now at Moses Lake Community Health Center.
Today in History for July 1st
Raffle Permit Hunts deadline three weeks away
MOSES LAKE - The Washington State Raffle Permit Hunts deadline is July 22. Our way of thinking about this opportunity is to consider it a gamble, yes, but one where we can spend as much money as we want. Another way of thinking is to consider it a tax where a taxpayer spends as much as he wants.
