Stories for November 2012

The Moses Lake City Council adopted an ordinance which authorizes the issuance and sale of limited tax general obligation bonds.

November 30, 2012 noon

AT&T Mobility proposes to construct a 103-foot monopole with antennas at the top on a parcel in the 1400 block of East Division Avenue in Ephrata, WA. Electronic cabinets will be adjacent to the tower.

November 30, 2012 noon

LEGAL NOTICE

AT&T Mobility proposes to collocate antennas on an existing 60-foot monopole at 526 South Locust Lane in Moses Lake, WA.

November 30, 2012 noon

Ordinance No. 2661

An ordinance amending Chapter 10.12 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled “Parking Regulations”

November 30, 2012 noon

LEGAL NOTICE

The Grant County Board of Health will hold a public hearing in the Public Works meeting room at 124 Enterprise St. SE in Ephrata on Wednesday, December 12, 2012 at 7:00 p.m.

November 30, 2012 5:05 a.m.

Chiefs swim and dive ready to make waves

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake High School boys swim team is looking to make a big splash in the newly realigned Columbia Rasin Rig Nine Conference.

November 30, 2012 5:05 a.m.

Moses Lake Rotary holds annual Diaper Drive

Group donates 8,000 diapers to New Hope

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Rotary purchased 8,537 diapers and more than 14,000 wipes for New Hope with money collected during its annual Diaper Drive.

November 30, 2012 5 a.m.

Thanks for CBH coverage of veterans

Thank you so much for saluting our veterans last Friday. I certainly appreciate your efforts for our local veterans.

November 30, 2012 5 a.m.

Reader weighs in on MLIRD issues

I was confused by a MLIRD flyer I received on Nov. 23. It states thatv the "irrigation water right is available to ratepayers in the district." Well, unless you live on the lake, you don't get the use of the "water right" you pay for.

November 30, 2012 5 a.m.

Bust nets heroin, cash, five arrests

November 30, 2012 5 a.m.

Allied Arts brings Celtic Christmas to town

MOSES LAKE - Northwest violinist Geoffrey Castle is bringing his Celtic Christmas Celebration to Moses Lake for the first time.

November 30, 2012 5 a.m.

Moses Lake council endorses library project

Hopes it helps to raise funds

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake officially endorsed remodeling the library in hopes to raise funds for the project.

November 30, 2012 5 a.m.

Woman allegedly stole cash, jewelry from aunt

EPHRATA - A Warden woman is accused of stealing $5,000 in cash and an additional amount of jewelry from her aunt.

November 30, 2012 5 a.m.

Reader endorses Kernan for MLIRD director

Moses Lake is an asset for all. The city of Moses Lake, Grant County and the citizens of the state of Washington all depend on this area of Washington for recreation. The condition of the lake is a direct indication of how we manage this resource.

November 30, 2012 5 a.m.

November 29, 2012 5 a.m.

Taxi driver robbed at knifepoint

MOSES LAKE - Two men robbed a taxi driver at knifepoint Monday evening.

November 29, 2012 5 a.m.

Thursday meeting to address school overcrowding

Decisions expected by April

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake School District officials are holding the second of four meetings to address overcrowding at the middle schools and high school Thursday

November 29, 2012 5 a.m.

Twinkies and the new reality

The end of Hostess Brands Inc. is a lesson for us all.

November 28, 2012 noon

NOTICE TO APPLE GROWERS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to the direction of the Washington State Director of Agriculture, a special meeting of apple growers will be held on Monday, December 3, 2012, at 1:00 p.m. at the Yakima Convention Center, Yakima, Washington, in conjunction with the Washington State Horticultural Association Convention, for the purpose of making nominations orally for three grower members of the Washington Apple Commission for a three-year term, commencing March 1, 2013.

November 28, 2012 noon

LEGAL NOTICE

The Grant County Conservation District Board of Supervisors will hold a regular board meeting at 9:00 a.m. on December 4, 2012 at Grant County Conservation District, 170 N Broadway, Othello, WA 99344, so that each Board can adopt a resolution setting the date, time, and location of an election to fill a Conservation District Supervisorâ€™s expiring term.

November 28, 2012 noon

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD December 3, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata, WA for the purpose of fixing the final Grant County budget for the year 2013, making tax levies, and approving the Capital Expenditure Plan.

November 28, 2012 5:05 a.m.

Ag appreciation parade this week

MOSES LAKE- The area's agricultural heritage is being celebrated Friday during the Moses Lake Business Association's 18th annual Agricultural Appreciation Parade and Street Party.

November 28, 2012 5:05 a.m.

Moses Lake boys looking to be among the best

MOSES LAKE - Coach John Hohman, now in his third year at the helm of the Moses Lake boys basketball program, has a tough row to hoe if the Chiefs expect to challenge for league supremacy this season as the team lost four key players to graduation.

November 28, 2012 5 a.m.

Seeing Disneyland for the first time again

I was looking forward to this trip to southern California because of my son Grover's three youngest sons. His oldest had gone with us before.

November 28, 2012 5 a.m.

Woman accused of robbing good Samaritan

Allegedly stole vehicle

EPHRATA - A Cheney woman is accused of robbing a good Samaritan who offered her a ride.

November 28, 2012 5 a.m.

Bar association disbars Adame

OLYMPIA - A Moses Lake attorney was disbarred for 12 counts related to taking money he didn't earn.

November 28, 2012 5 a.m.

Reader questions "welfare the winner"

The notion that millions of people in this country just expect a handout is ludicrous.

November 28, 2012 5 a.m.

Reader: Something wrong with RSD math?

The recent flyer from the Royal School District is hard to understand and misleading.

November 28, 2012 5 a.m.

The Fishin' Magician: Belize

I just got all the details for a trip have planned for next April to Belize.

November 28, 2012 5 a.m.

Grant County unemployment at 7.4 percent

MOSES LAKE- Grant County unemployment dropped to 7.4 percent in October, a decrease of 0.2 percent compared to September, according to a state report.

November 28, 2012 5 a.m.

Port of Moses Lake approves '13 budget

Plan includes $9 million for capital improvement

MOSES LAKE- Port of Moses Lake commissioners unanimously approved a $6.2 million operating budget and a $9 million capital budget Monday.

November 28, 2012 5 a.m.

Girls basketball set sights high for 2012-13

MOSES LAKE - With 10 returning players, including all five starters, Matt Strophy who has compiled a 136-109 record in his 10 seasons as the girls basketball coach, is looking for a big turn around for the Chiefs who finished sixth in the Big Nine Conference (3-17) and were bounced out in the first round of the district playoffs last year.

The City Council of the City of Royal City has set a Public Hearing on December 4, 2012, at 7:00 pm, at City Hall, 445 Camelia St, NE, Royal City, to receive comments concerning the proposed 2013 Annual Budget for the City of Royal City.

November 27, 2012 5:05 a.m.

Royal comes from behind to beat River View

Win by three points

KENNEWICK - Coach Wiley Allred knew his Knights would be tested in their match up with the Panthers at Lampson Stadium Saturday as the two teams battled it out for the right to advance to the state championship game at the Tacoma Dome this weekend.

November 27, 2012 5:05 a.m.

Shoppers hit small businesses Saturday

MOSES LAKE - Two shoppers were looking at ceramic pebbles with inspirational sayings at Art Garden Pottery Saturday afternoon.

November 27, 2012 5:05 a.m.

November 26, 2012 5:05 a.m.

Wrestlers perform well at meet

LIBERTY LAKE - The Freedom Wrestling Academy took their wrestlers on the road to the prestigious Northwest Bigfoot Battle Tournament at Liberty Lake Nov. 17. We entered the tournament with 13 wrestlers and eight of them placed in the competition. Taking first place in their weight class were Everett Ashley, Kaydrien Cervants and Isaiah Medina. Placing second were Karson Voss, Cyrus Knoll and Cael Castro.

November 26, 2012 5:05 a.m.

Nickels defense cost county $600,000

Explanations remain sealed

EPHRATA - The defense of David Nickels has cost Grant County $600,600.

November 26, 2012 5 a.m.

MLBA hosts Small Business Saturday

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Business Association is bringing Small Business Saturday to town. Shoppers are encouraged to shop small this Saturday, in order to support local businesses in LakeTown Landing.

November 26, 2012 5 a.m.

Did you find any good holiday deals on Black Friday?

November 26, 2012 5 a.m.

The Fishin' Magician: Wenatchee Valley Sportsmen's Show

Anglers and hunters alike have wondered why there hasn't been a sportsmen's show held in Wenatchee; something that would represent all the services, organizations and businesses that serve the sportsmen of the region. Well, at long last it is going to happen.

November 25, 2012 5:05 a.m.

Quincy department store closes doors after 34 years

QUINCY - Vaughn and Bonita Vordahl, owners of Vordahl's department store in Quincy, recently announced they will soon close the doors to their family business.

November 25, 2012 5 a.m.

November 24, 2012 5 a.m.

Consider a Discover Pass as a holiday gift

The Discover Pass was a controversial idea in the beginning, to say the least. Prospective buyers stayed away in droves. After the pass was allowed to be used on two vehicles, the idea was more readily accepted.

November 23, 2012 noon

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON

In the Matter of the Estate Of ELVITA DELGADO, Deceased.

November 23, 2012 noon

NOTICE OF MEETING OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE EAST COLUMBIA BASIN IRRIGATION DISTRICT ACTING AS A BOARD OF EQUALIZATION

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Directors of the East Columbia Basin Irrigation District will meet on the third (3rd) day of December, 2012 at the office of the District at 55 North 8th Avenue, Othello, Washington, at 10:00 a.m. acting as a Board of Equalization to equalize the assessment roll for 2013.

November 23, 2012 6:43 a.m.

Real Deals Moses Lake

November 23, 2012 5:05 a.m.

Royal Ridge Fruits an effort to maximize earnings

ROYAL CITY – Karl Dorsing was looking for a safer way to make a living when he moved to the Royal Slope in 1962. His family ended up with a fruit freezing and drying business that thrives and grows, as the family does.

November 23, 2012 5:05 a.m.

MLCA boys basketball has high expectations

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Christian Academy (MLCA) Lions are hoping to capture their fourth straight district championship this year and make a deep run in postseason play.

November 23, 2012 5:05 a.m.

Four boys arrested in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - Four juveniles were arrested Tuesday morning after a Moses Lake police patrol officer spotted them in a stolen vehicle.

November 23, 2012 5:05 a.m.

PUD adds Quincy man to commission

Fills Randy Allred's position

EPHRATA - Grant County PUD commissioners unanimously appointed Larry Schaapman to fill the District 3 position during their business meeting on Nov. 13.

November 23, 2012 5 a.m.

Bomber pilot recalls WWII

MOSES LAKE - Set the scene, like they do with CGI in the movies, only this time it's real.

November 23, 2012 5 a.m.

Wahluke student athletes show their smarts

MATTAWA - Students at Wahluke High School have received academic recognition from the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) and the South Central Athletic Association's (SCAC) Principals Association.

November 23, 2012 5 a.m.

Third man sentenced in gang-related robbery

Took dead gang member's dog

EPHRATA - A third man was sentenced to 90 days in jail for helping to steal a dead gang member's dog.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the PUBLIC HEARING scheduled for November 19, 2012 for the purpose of fixing the 2013 Final Budget has been rescheduled for Wednesday, December 5, 2012 at 6:00 pm, or shortly thereafter, in the Connell City Hall located at 104 E. Adams Street, Connell, Washington.

November 22, 2012 5:05 a.m.

ML Food Bank feeds families for Thanksgiving

Tight races not impacted much by found ballots

MOSES LAKE - About 55 volunteers distributed more than 3-1/2 tons of food on a hectic first of Thanksgiving basket distribution at the Moses Lake Food Bank Monday.

November 22, 2012 5 a.m.

Wilma Dagenette (Bramblett)

Wilma Bramblett was born in 1934 in Hagerman, New Mexico. Her family moved to California, where she graduated high school and married the love of her life, Kenneth Dagenette, in 1950, becoming Wilma Dagenette. She and her husband and family lived along the West Coast as far north as Juneau, Alaska. Wilma raised her children to enjoy laughter, reading, music, and each other. Her most precious gift to them was an unshakable faith in a loving God. She had the gift of a peacemaker, and people drawn to her received loving help and counsel. Wilma moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma, in 2005, with most of her family, where she stepped across into the presence of Jesus and eternal life on November 18, 2012.

November 22, 2012 5 a.m.

Thoughts for the time of year

It's proper to pause a few times each year to contemplate the moment, the time of year. Perhaps it's my nature to reflect more than most.

November 22, 2012 5 a.m.

Bolyard urges GOP to press on after elections

MOSES LAKE - Grant County Republican Party Chairman Dani Bolyard has licked her wounds from the recent election, and she's urging party members to do the same.

November 22, 2012 5 a.m.

Richard Lee Haer

Richard Lee Haer, 78, longtime Moses Lake resident passed away Thursday November 15, 2012 at home surrounded by his family. Richard was born in Massillon, Ohio on April 5 1934 to the late John C. and Leona Haer. Richard joined the Air Force in 1952, while stationed at Larson Air Force Base in Moses Lake, he met and married Lila Goehring on August 22, 1954. While in the Air Force, they were stationed at various places, including Germany and France where their youngest daughter was born. Together with their four children they moved back to Moses Lake where he retired from the Air Force in 1972 as a Staff Sgt. Later in 1972, Richard opened and operated H&H Security for 20 years, when he then fully retired in 1992. Richard enjoyed fishing in his younger years and then later enjoyed playing the slots at various casinos and spending time with his grandchildren.

November 22, 2012 5 a.m.

Gary Allan Thaden

Gary Allan Thaden, 72, of Pleasanton died Tuesday, November 6, 2012 at the Veterans Medical Center in Omaha. Memorial Services will be at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 20, 2012 at Grace Lutheran Church in Pleasanton. Rev. Dean Hanson will officiate. Burial will be at a later date in Washington state. Rasmussen Funeral Home in Ravenna is in charge of arrangements.

November 22, 2012 5 a.m.

Giving thanks

MOSES LAKE - The girl in Peggy McNutt's second grade class at Midway Elementary had a question about the list her classmates had prepared, the one they were writing as part of their classes about Thanksgiving.

November 21, 2012 noon

LEGAL NOTICE

The Grant County Conservation District Board of Supervisors will hold a regular board meeting at 9:00 a.m. on December 4, 2012 at Grant County Conservation District, 170 N Broadway, Othello, WA 99344, so that each Board can adopt a resolution setting the date, time, and location of an election to fill a Conservation District Supervisor’s expiring term.

November 21, 2012 noon

PUBLIC NOTICE

The November meeting of the Noxious Weed Control Board of Grant County will be held Thursday, November 29, 2012, at 7:00 p.m., at the Bureau of Reclamation Building, 32 “C” Street N.W., Room 321, Ephrata, Washington.

November 21, 2012 noon

Auction Notice

The Grant County Sheriff’s Office will be auctioning property items including: electronics, tools, vehicles, video equipment and boats.

November 21, 2012 noon

Herald to be closed on Thanksgiving

MOSES LAKE - The Columbia Basin Herald is closed on Thursday to celebrate Thanksgiving, reopening on Friday at 8 a.m. There is no newspaper on Thursday.

November 21, 2012 noon

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD December 3, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata, WA for the purpose of fixing the final Grant County budget for the year 2013, making tax levies, and approving the Capital Expenditure Plan.

November 21, 2012 noon

LEGAL NOTICE

The Port of Royal Slope has moved to 4975 Road 13.5 SW; Royal City, WA 99357 Commissioners’ meetings will be held there. The public is always welcome to attend.

November 21, 2012 7:44 a.m.

Likes and Comments box

November 21, 2012 7:34 a.m.

Facebook Likes

November 21, 2012 5:05 a.m.

The Fishin' Magician Reports

November 21, 2012 5:05 a.m.

George Christmas to begin with Marlin Handbell Ringers concert

GEORGE – The George Washington CoffeeHouse concert series will continue on Dec. 1 with annual Christmas Concert by the Marlin Handbell Ringers of Leavenworth.

November 21, 2012 5:05 a.m.

In "the good old days," schools emphasized "reading, writing and arithmetic" taught to the tune of the hickory stick.

November 21, 2012 5 a.m.

The Fishin' Magician: Tough weather

The rain we've been getting for several days straight is going to raise the level of the tributaries in our region. It could make fishing tough for anglers planning steelhead fishing trips to the Methow, Entiat, Wenatchee and Okanogan rivers. The fishing should still be good on the main stem Columbia River, though. Steelhead continue to be taken in good numbers near Pateros.

November 21, 2012 5 a.m.

Thankful for the bounty of free enterprise

Let me wish you a happy Thanksgiving. After Christmas and Easter, it's third on my list of favorite times of the year.

November 21, 2012 5 a.m.

John Harold Yearout

John Harold Yearout passed from this earthly existence on November 11, 2012 surrounded by his loving family. John was born November 23, 1939 in Yakima, Washington to Peter and Erna Cromer Yearout. He graduated from Moses Lake High School in 1958, and Brigham Young University in 1967. He served as a missionary in the Monterrey, Mexico LDS mission. John married Susanne Peden on September 1, 1964, who preceded him in death in 2007.

November 20, 2012 11:56 a.m.

I've been avoiding commenting on the Royal High football team for fear of jinxing the great season coach Wiley Allred and the boys are having.

November 20, 2012 5 a.m.

Monsanto, Warden pitch in to help rural poor

WARDEN - It's that time of year again. As the winds begin to whip up, snowflakes start blanketing the ground and the mercury drops in the thermometer, the contents of food kitchens' shelves overflow with donations from the community.

November 19, 2012 1:03 p.m.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD December 3, 2012 at 3:00 p.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata, WA regarding a budget extension request from the Grant County Auditor’s Office – Accounting Division, in the amount of $10,000.00 to cover unforeseen expenditures through the end of 2012.

November 19, 2012 noon

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

Abbreviated Legal: LT 6 BLK 3 HARVILL 3RD ADD.

November 19, 2012 5:05 a.m.

Quincy pair open new cafe in historic building

QUINCY - When long-time friends Carrie Weber and Charlene Sherman decided to go into business together, they knew they wanted to do something a little more non-traditional.

November 19, 2012 5:05 a.m.

Cold Train, Port of Quincy promote intermodal service at PMA Expo

ANAHEIM - The Port of Quincy and Rail Logistics-Cold Train teamed up to exhibit their service and facility at the Produce Marketing Association (PMA) Fresh Summit Convention and Expo at the Anaheim Convention Center on Oct. 27-29.

November 19, 2012 5:05 a.m.

Lady mechanic wanted to impress her husband

MATTAWA – Cherie Kielian wanted to make an impression on her mechanic husband. So she showed up his shop and went to work.

November 19, 2012 5 a.m.

The Fishin' Magician: A good day at Rocky Ford Creek

I mentioned in an earlier report that I was planning at trip to Rocky Ford Creek, and I made it on Thursday. My fishing buddy Tom Barlett and I picked a perfect November day. It was in the 40s with very little wind and there wasn't hardly anyone else fishing at the Ford that day.

November 19, 2012 5 a.m.

Lopez brothers' murder trial starts this week

EPHRATA - The trial has begun for the two people accused of killing 25-year-old Adan Beltran in a gang-related shooting.

November 19, 2012 5 a.m.

Which team are you rooting for in this year's Apple Cup?

November 19, 2012 5 a.m.

Anti-gang program starts in Quincy

QUINCY - A program to stop children from joining gangs started in Quincy, with classes for fourth-grade and seventh-grade students.

November 18, 2012 5:05 a.m.

Moses Lake woman becomes Rhodes scholar finalist

MOSES LAKE - Analiesse Isherwood was on her way to the bus stop when she received email notification that her application as a Rhodes Scholar finalist had been accepted, or rejected. And the subject line wasn't very revealing.

November 18, 2012 5:05 a.m.

Electrical career put a charge into Juan Puentes' life

MATTAWA - Most of us feel as if we need a spark in our lives from time to time. Probably not Juan Puentes.

November 18, 2012 5 a.m.

Chiefs drop match to Eisenhower

Selah next

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake girls bowling team was looking to put together back to back wins when they hosted the Cadets Wednesday, but the Chiefs struggled to maintain any consistency and dropped the match.

November 18, 2012 5 a.m.

Bomb threats reported at Adams County Courthouse

RITZVILLE - Adams County Courthouse employees received a bomb scare Thursday afternoon.

November 17, 2012 5:05 a.m.

Man shot at Moses Lake gas station

Three schools locked down

MOSES LAKE - A 40-year-old Moses Lake man was shot at a Pioneer Way gas station Thursday afternoon.

November 17, 2012 5:05 a.m.

Work is privilege for Honor Guards

MOSES LAKE - At an Air Force veteran's funeral, or the funeral of air personnel on active duty, the Honor Guard can attend, if the family wishes, to present an American flag.

November 17, 2012 5 a.m.

John Charles Palmer

John Charles Palmer was born on April 18, 1926 in Chelan, Washington to parents John E. and Claudia Beugnot Palmer. He died at home of leukemia November 15, 2012 in Moses Lake.

November 17, 2012 5 a.m.

John Harold Yearout

John Harold Yearout passed from this earthly existence on November 11, 2012 surrounded by his loving family. John was born November 23, 1939 in Yakima, Washington to Peter and Erna Cromer Yearout. He graduated from Moses Lake High School in 1958, and Brigham Young University in 1967. He served as a missionary in the Monterrey, Mexico LDS mission. John married Susanne Peden on September 1, 1964, who preceded him in death in 2007.

November 17, 2012 5 a.m.

No decision on Wilson Creek superintendent

Brad Smedley remains on leave

WILSON CREEK - An investigation into unspecified allegations against district Superintendent Brad Smedley is still continuing, and Smedley remains on paid leave.

November 17, 2012 5 a.m.

Rusty Phillip Steffler

Rusty Phillip Steffler, 59, passed away November 12, 2012 at his home in Moses Lake. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 17, 2012 at Kayser's Chapel of Memories. A reception will follow at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 1020 S "A" Street, Moses Lake. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a note for thefamily at www.kayserschapel.com. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory.

November 17, 2012 5 a.m.

First service at new church on December 9

ROYAL CITY - The New Life Fellowship of Royal City, a new church, will celebrate its first worship service on Sunday, Dec. 9, and anyone who is looking for a faith home is invited.

November 17, 2012 5 a.m.

Fresh News From MarDon

November 17, 2012 5 a.m.

Don Skinner

Don Skinner (age 89) passed away November 12, 2012 in Spokane. He was born June 11, 1923 in Tacoma, WA, the son of Gerald and Lucie (Duggan) Skinner. Don was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Richard and his daughter Cathleen Lonas. He is survived by his loving wife of 68 years Dorothy Skinner of Spokane; sons Dave (Jo) Skinner of Moscow, ID and Greg (Monica) Skinner of Spokane; 6 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. Private inurnment services will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions are suggested to Shriner's Hospitals for Children, Spokane. Please visit Don's tribute and leave a condolence at www.hennesseyfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Hennessey Smith Funeral Home, Spokane, WA.

November 17, 2012 5 a.m.

Margaret 'Pearl' Weber

Margaret 'Pearl' Weber was born to Jacob and Sarah Peters on May 8, 1915. One of eight children, she grew up on the family farm in Warden (then Reidel), Washington. She attended Warden Schools and graduated as Valedictorian of her class in 1933. She married Sam Weber on June 30, 1937 and the couple had two children who they raised in Moses Lake.

November 17, 2012 5 a.m.

Sheep herds walked to mountains for summer pasture

The Grant County Historical Society has compiled several volumes of Grant County history. The books are available for purchase at the Historical Society Museum gift shop in Ephrata.

November 16, 2012 noon

NOTICE OF MEETING OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE EAST COLUMBIA BASIN IRRIGATION DISTRICT

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Directors of the East Columbia Basin Irrigation District will meet on the third (3rd) day of December, 2012 at the office of the District at 55 North 8th Avenue, Othello, Washington, at 10:00 a.m. acting as a Board of Equalization to equalize the assessment roll for 2013.

November 16, 2012 noon

MLIRD

On December 11, 2012 between 1:00 & 8:00 p.m., electors within the MLIRD District boundaries are encouraged to cast your vote for (1) Director position to serve a (3) three year term.

November 16, 2012 noon

Shrub planting party to take place this weekend

November 16, 2012 noon

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

LOT 39 DONOVAN'S PLAT DIVISION H, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 11 OF PLATS, PAGE 33, RECORDS OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON. Tax Parcel No: 13-0362-041, commonly known as 3014 ROAD 20 NE, SOAP LAKE, WA

November 16, 2012 noon

CBH to host indoor yard sale tomorrow

MOSES LAKE - The Columbia Basin Herald will host its indoor yard sale tomorrow at the Grant County Fairgrounds.

November 16, 2012 noon

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON

In the Matter of the Estate Of ELVITA DELGADO, Deceased.

November 16, 2012 noon

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

The street or other common designation if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1257 BASIN STREET SW, EPHRATA, WA 98823-2137

November 16, 2012 noon

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

The street or other common designation if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 309 E. 3RD AVENUE, MOSES LAKE, WA 98837

November 16, 2012 5:05 a.m.

Soap Lake woman dies in house fire

SOAP LAKE — A 61-year-old woman was killed in an early morning apartment fire in Soap Lake Wednesday morning.

November 16, 2012 5 a.m.

MLIRD announces board candidates

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District recently announced that Moses Lake business owner David Skaug and former Grant County undersheriff Ken Kernan are candidates for a position on the board of directors.

November 16, 2012 5 a.m.

Fowler Construction awarded Skills Center building contract

Opening scheduled spring 2014

MOSES LAKE - Construction could begin as early as December on a facility designed to offer technical skills training to high school students in Grant County and some portions of Adams County.

Irving "Irv" P. Shipman, 68, a longtime resident of Moses Lake, Washington, passed away unexpectedly while at Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital on Saturday, November 3, 2012, surrounded by his loving family.

November 16, 2012 5 a.m.

Ephrata project past deadline

EPHRATA - Construction on the final phase of Ephrata's street and water pipe project is expected to be substantially complete by Friday.

November 16, 2012 5 a.m.

US government need to work together

Thanks to the people who voted for Obama and what has to be done. Now the president and Congress need to work together.

November 16, 2012 5 a.m.

Swartz wins Grant County commissioner race

EPHRATA - Incumbent Grant County Commissioner Carolann Swartz was re-elected last week, beating out opponent James Liebrecht to keep her current office.

November 16, 2012 5 a.m.

RSD Facilities Committee slates meeting

ROYAL CITY - Royal School District patrons who'd like to have a say on plans for a construction bond election in February, will have the opportunity next Monday.

November 15, 2012 1:08 p.m.

Abbreviated Legal: LOT 3, BLOCK 2, TAMRA TERRACE

November 15, 2012 11:19 a.m.

Man shot at Moses Lake gas station

MOSES LAKE — A man was shot at a Pioneer Way gas station Thursday afternoon.

November 15, 2012 5:05 a.m.

Transplanted Californian couldn't resist Friendliness of eastern Washingtonians

ROYAL CITY – If ever you wonder how friendly eastern Washingtonians are, you need to get to know Royal City Harvest Foods supervisor Troy McCullough.

November 15, 2012 5:05 a.m.

November 15, 2012 5 a.m.

Alberta Faith (Elliott) Chamberlain

Heaven became a little brighter on November 10, 2012, as Alberta Faith (Elliott) Chamberlain was received into Christ's loving arms. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 1:00 pm, Friday, November 16, 2012 at the First Presbyterian Church, 1142 W. Ivy, Moses Lake. Interment will follow at Pioneer Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be held from noon to 7 pm, Thursday, November 15th at Kayser's Chapel with family greeting friends from 5 to 7 pm. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a note for the family at www.kayserschapel.com. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel and Crematory.

November 14, 2012 8:45 p.m.

BBCC hosts best-selling author, workplace expert

MOSES LAKE — Big Bend Community College and Western Governors’ University are partnering to bring author Bob Rosner to Moses Lake to help residents be successful job hunters.

November 14, 2012 noon

CITY OF ROYAL CITY

The City of Royal City is inviting Statement of Qualifications from engineering firms interested in providing professional engineering services for preparation of the City’s Water System Plan update.

November 14, 2012 noon

CITY OF MOSES LAKE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held before the MOSES LAKE CITY COUNCIL, at the Civic Center located at 401 S. Balsam at 7:00 p.m. on Nov. 27, 2012 to consider the following:

November 14, 2012 noon

Superior Court of Washington

In re: Elizabeth Paris, Petitioner, and Rodney Paris, Respondent.

November 14, 2012 5:05 a.m.

Bomber pilot recalls WWII service

MOSES LAKE - Set the scene, like they do with CGI in the movies, only this time it's real.

November 14, 2012 5:05 a.m.

Royal Knights wallop Cascade Kodiaks, 70-14

Cle Elum next

ROYAL CITY - Royal came back from a surprising early 7-0 deficit Friday to smash Cascade, 70-14, in the first round of the state 1A prep football playoffs and remain unbeaten.

November 14, 2012 5 a.m.

American ingenuity will create jobs

Before the campaign promises of more jobs and renewed prosperity fade away, elected officials need to understand that those promises must be kept.

Season ends

YAKIMA - The Moses Lake Christian Academy (MLCA) Lions volleyball season came to an end Saturday after suffering its second loss in the 1B State Volleyball Championship Tournament held at the Yakima Valley SunDome.

November 14, 2012 5 a.m.

New childcare center caters to working parents

MOSES LAKE - Parents with jobs requiring them to work evenings or on weekends often have difficulty finding quality childcare to match their busy schedules. It is a problem one Moses Lake daycare provider has seen recently increase.

November 14, 2012 5 a.m.

Grant County, REC to negotiate tax assessments

EPHRATA - Negotiations between Grant County and REC Silicon, aimed at resolving a property tax dispute, are scheduled for today.The Moses Lake company is disputing the county's assessment of its property for 2009, 2010 and 2011, with the company claiming it should have been assessed less each year. The dispute involves more than $15 million in taxes distributed to seven entities, including the Moses Lake school district, library, hospital district, the City of Moses Lake and Grant County.

The 2013 Preliminary Budget for the City of Royal City has been prepared and placed on file with the City Finance Director. The budget is available for review during regular business hours 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday, at City Hall, 445 Camelia St, NE, Royal City.

November 13, 2012 9:04 a.m.

Samaritan Turkey Drive 2011

November 13, 2012 5:05 a.m.

Huskies down Blackhawks

Face Mustangs next

OTHELLO - Quarterback David Garza threw for two touchdowns and ran for two more to lead the Othello Huskies to a 42-7 victory over the Cheney Blackhawks in a State 2A first round home playoff game Saturday.

November 13, 2012 5:05 a.m.

Lopez brothers' murder trial starts

EPHRATA - The trial started for the two people accused of killing 25-year-old Adan Beltran in a gang-related shooting.

November 13, 2012 5 a.m.

Moses Lake drivers might see delays

OLYMPIA - The state Department of Transportation announced two road projects that may delay traffic in Grant County this week.

November 13, 2012 5 a.m.

U.S. Marshals search for 2 escapees

SPOKANE - Two federal inmates walked away from the Spokane Residential Re-Entry Center last week, and the U.S. Marshal's Office is seeking information on their whereabouts.

November 13, 2012 5 a.m.

What are your plans for Thanksgiving?

November 13, 2012 5 a.m.

Holiday lights in Moses Lake

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November 13, 2012 5 a.m.

Royal City store manager falls in love with Eastern Washington

ROYAL CITY - If ever you wonder how friendly eastern Washingtonians are, you need to get to know Royal City Harvest Foods supervisor Troy McCullough.

November 13, 2012 5 a.m.

EPHRATA - Grant County Sheriff Tom Jones has announced promotions and a new hire within his department.

November 10, 2012 11:30 p.m.

Columbia Basin Herald hosts indoor yard sale Next Saturday

- Sticker guns, bargain shoppers and buried treasure will be front and center Saturday as The Columbia Basin Herald hosts its fourth indoor garage sale Saturday, Nov. 17 at the Grant County Fairgrounds.

November 10, 2012 5:05 a.m.

Soap Lake artist supported in illness

SOAP LAKE - There's very little, if nothing at all, on Brent Blake's bucket list.

November 10, 2012 5 a.m.

Fresh News From MarDon

November 10, 2012 5 a.m.

Frank William Cardwell, Sr.

Frank William Cardwell, Sr., 80, of Ephrata, Washington was born July 26, 1932 and passed away November 4, 2012 at the Central Washington Hospital in Wenatchee, Washington. Frank died from complications associated with a heart condition he had lived with for several years. He passed away in the company of his loving wife, sons and daughters, grandchildren and great grandchildren in a celebration of his life that would not have been possible without the staff and doctors of Central Washington Hospital. Frank passed at ease and comfortable knowing his family was with him and loved him. His family was his life and his life was his family's. He will be missed very much.

November 10, 2012 5 a.m.

The Shivaree: noisy serenade a lost wedding tradition

It is spelled Charivari, Chivaree or Shivaree, depending upon which part of the world it becomes an event. Usually it is a gathering of town's people outside of the house of a newly married couple.

November 10, 2012 5 a.m.

First round of Royal football playoffs this Friday

Royal to host familiar Cascade

ROYAL CITY - Royal High's Knights will open the state 1A football playoffs at home this Friday, and their task will be focus. A 69-7 win over Goldendale last Friday could lead to complacency.

November 10, 2012 5 a.m.

Native Americans topic of meeting

EPHRATA - If you want to know more about the history of natives of the Columbia Basin, the Grant County Historical Society invites you to its heritage meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 13.

November 10, 2012 5 a.m.

Thomas M. Ferguson, Jr.

Thomas M. Ferguson, Jr., 78, of Othello, went home to the Lord on November 5, 2012. He was born in Lamar, Missouri on August 28, 1934 to Thomas M. and Mildred (Fabian) Ferguson. He was the middle of three boys. Thomas graduated from Hawaii High School. In 1951, he joined the Navy and served in the Korean War. He joined his oldest brother on board ship. They were the first brothers to serve together during war-time since the O'Sullivan brothers of WWII. In 1955, Thomas re-enlisted and joined the Navy's submarine school. He was then stationed in Puerto Rico until he was discharged in 1957.

November 9, 2012 noon

NOTICE OF MEETING OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE EAST COLUMBIA BASIN IRRIGATION DISTRICT ACTING AS A BOARD OF EQUALIZATION

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Directors of the East Columbia Basin Irrigation District will meet on the third (3rd) day of December, 2012 at the office of the District at 55 North 8th Avenue, Othello, Washington, at 10:00 a.m. acting as a Board of Equalization to equalize the assessment roll for 2013. From the date of publication until the date of said meeting, the assessment roll will be at the office of the Secretary at the above address for inspection by all persons interested.

November 9, 2012 noon

ROAD CLOSURE

BNSF Railway will be closing RD 20 NE near Ephrata at the railroad crossing beginning Monday November 12th at 8am until Tuesday November 13th at 3pm.

November 9, 2012 9:34 a.m.

Columbia Basin Herald hosts indoor yard sale Next Saturday

MOSES LAKE - Sticker guns, bargain shoppers and buried treasure will be front and center Saturday as The Columbia Basin Herald hosts its fourth indoor garage sale Saturday at the Grant County Fairgrounds.

November 9, 2012 7:39 a.m.

The Columbia Basin Herald

November 9, 2012 5:05 a.m.

Quincy's Ancient Lakes wine recognized

QUINCY - Wine hailing from the Quincy area now has a special distinction after the Ancient Lakes of Columbia Valley Region was officially recognized as Washington's 13th American Viticultural Area.

November 9, 2012 5:05 a.m.

Quincy negotiates possible new fire department

QUINCY - Quincy may start its own fire department after the latest proposal made by Grant County Fire District 3 was rejected.

November 9, 2012 5:05 a.m.

Moses Lake soccer drops heartbreaker at home

Bounced out of playoffs

MOSES LAKE - The Chiefs looked to be in the drivers set as they were the host team for a first round 4A Girls State Soccer match last night.

November 9, 2012 5 a.m.

Police officer added in Mattawa

MATTAWA - The City of Mattawa has two police officers for the first time since early July.

November 9, 2012 5 a.m.

The Fishin' Magician: Back on the Entiat

I had a great day of steelhead fishing earlier this week, when Rollie Schmitten, Jim Passage and I took Barb's Boat out for another adventure. We wanted to give fishing off the mouth of the Entiat another try, and then do some exploring. Fishing wasn't a good at our spot at the edge of the bar in the Columbia at Entiat as it was on our last trip.

November 9, 2012 5 a.m.

Undefeated

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November 9, 2012 5 a.m.

Honoring veterans

By the time this letter is published, the citizens of this nation will have freely and democratically elected the man who will lead them for the next four years. Their ability to accomplish this is in large part to the millions of men and women who have honorably served in the U.S. Armed Forces since the nation's inception and who will be commeorated on November 11th.

November 9, 2012 5 a.m.

Election aftermath

EDITORIAL

Tuesday's presidential election had people talking and weighing in on the issues and the candidates.

November 9, 2012 5 a.m.

Genie Industries expects high production year

Moses Lake facility hiring

MOSES LAKE - An anticipated increase in production activity next year for Genie Industries has led to the creation of new full-time positions at its Moses Lake plant, but the total figure is unknown.

November 9, 2012 5 a.m.

Thomas called to duty; Lani and I continue hunt

November 9, 2012 5 a.m.

What are we doing to our kids?

GUEST EDITORIAL

November 9, 2012 5 a.m.

Grant PUD commissioner finalists talk issues

QUINCY - The three finalists up for the vacant Grant County PUD district 3 board position recently met with residents to discuss how they would handle various public concerns and work with people in their district if selected.

November 9, 2012 5 a.m.

Mattawa property tax to rise

MATTAWA - Property taxes will rise by one percent for 2013, the Mattawa City voted at its meeting last week.

Dependency of: SAMANTHA FLORES BUSTOS

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: SIMON FRANCES HOFFARTH, Deceased.

November 8, 2012 noon

Notice of Trustee's Sale: Bouttavong

Abbreviated Legal: LOT 1, BLOCK 5, BROADMOOR PLACE PHASE 2

November 8, 2012 5:05 a.m.

Californian just couldn't resist

Friendliness of eastern Washingtonians

ROYAL CITY - If ever you wonder how friendly eastern Washingtonians are, you need to get to know Royal City Harvest Foods supervisor Troy McCullough.

November 8, 2012 5:05 a.m.

Obama wins re-election despite weak economy

WASHINGTON (AP) - President Barack Obama rolled to re-election Tuesday night, vanquishing former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney and prevailing despite a weak economy that plagued his first term and put a crimp in the middle class dreams of millions

November 8, 2012 5:05 a.m.

Sub Vets of Central Washington a home for those who served

ELLENSBURG – Members of Submarine Veterans of Central Washington were elated to receive the national Golden Anchor Award recently, and they are most proud of the growth it signifies.

November 8, 2012 5 a.m.

Theft leads to power outage

EPHRATA - Grant County PUD Customers in northern Grant County experienced a power outage the weekend of Oct. 27 due to what appears to be metal theft from electrical equipment.

November 8, 2012 5 a.m.

ROYAL CITY - Royal High School will hold parent conferences on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, Nov. 13-15, from 12:30-3:30 p.m.

November 8, 2012 5 a.m.

Jesus Adrian Jimenez

Jesus Adrian Jimenez was born May 1, 1991 in Moses Lake, Washington. Living 21 years of his life there, he graduated in 2010 from MLHS. Adrian's hobbies were playing video games, collecting guns, riding his motorcycle, going fishing, hunting, and camping. He always had a sense of humor, especially when it came to picking on his little sister Crystal and playing jokes on her. Being a loving and caring person, he always wanted to be around his many nieces and nephews: Gina (18), Miguel (17), Sundrea (15), Lorenzo (12), Selena (13), Colby (12), Malia (10), Julian (10), Ethaniel (9), Damian (6), Emmanuel (4), and Sebastian (2). He was a hard working person, so when he wasn't at work he was helping his Dad around the ranch. He is survived by his parents Jesus & Florentina Jimenez, his siblings Consuelo Jimenez (Scott), Jessica De La Torre (Jason), Augustin Jimenez (Elizabeth), and Crystal Jimenez. Adrian will be greatly missed.

November 8, 2012 5 a.m.

Cadets beat Chiefs

Season ends

WENATCHEE - It was a real barn burner of a game between Moses Lake and Eisenhower in the first round of the district volleyball tournament Saturday as the teams battled three hours for the right to advance.

November 8, 2012 5 a.m.

Five of six re-elected in 12th, 9th districts

OLYMPIA - Washington's 12th Legislative district saw half of a shake up Tuesday as Brad Hawkins, R-Wenatchee, unseated incumbent Mike Armstrong.

November 7, 2012 noon

LEGAL NOTICE

The Board of Commissioners of Grant County Fire District No. 4 will hold a public hearing for the 2013 Budget, on Wednesday, November 14, 2012.

November 7, 2012 noon

LEGAL NOTICE

Notice is hereby given that the Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District (MLIRD) is accepting applications for its Small Works Roster for the year 2013.

November 7, 2012 noon

Superior Court of Washington

In re: Elizabeth Paris, Petitioner, and Rodney Paris, Respondent.

November 7, 2012 10:43 a.m.

Guerrero arrested near Royal

Allegedly held girl in room for about an hour

EPHRATA - A Royal City man is accused of beating his girlfriend with several items for about an hour.

November 7, 2012 5:05 a.m.

Moses Lake High's 'Peter Pan' opens Thursday

Curtain rises at 7 p.m.

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake High School Drama Club will present three performances of Peter Pan this week, beginning Thursday.

November 7, 2012 5 a.m.

How satisfied are you overall with the results of the 2012 election?

November 7, 2012 5 a.m.

Broncos continue to roll

Beat Asotin

RITZVILLE - Lind-Riztville-Sprague (LRS) found little resistance from the Panthers as the Broncos won a lopsided 40-7 crossover game at home against Asotin Friday.

November 7, 2012 5 a.m.

Warden drops district matches

Season ends

BURBANK - After finishing the regular season with a 12-3 record, the Cougars had a tough row to hoe as the team traveled to Columbia Burbank High School for the second round of district tournament Saturday. Warden found itself matched up with two No. 1 seeds, and faced the challenge head on, but unfortunately dropped both games and was eliminated from postseason play.

November 7, 2012 5 a.m.

Manweller secures House seat

MOSES LAKE - Voters from the 13th district once again elected a Republican to represent themselves in the state Legislature.

November 7, 2012 5 a.m.

Jeanette Louise (Kiser) Wright

Jeanette was born on July 12, 1937 in Iowa City, Iowa, the daughter of Clarence and Grace Kiser. She attended the Iowa City Public Schools and graduated from Iowa City High School in 1955, and the University of Iowa College of Pharmacy in 1959. She married Larry Wright on Jan. 3, 1958 in Iowa City. Following his graduation in 1960, she and Dr. Wright lived in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Springfield, Missouri, Staten Island, New York, Redmond, Washington and settled in Moses Lake in 1990.

November 7, 2012 5 a.m.

Beverly C. Carter

Beverly C. Carter died peacefully November 4 in Richland, Washington. She was born July 2, 1939 in Stanley, North Dakota to Arthur Auverson and Anna Wiedert. Beverly grew up in Mountrail County, North Dakota on the Missouri River bottom. She loved animals, the outdoors and her family.

November 7, 2012 5 a.m.

Swartz wins Grant County commissioner race

EPHRATA - Incumbent Grant County Commissioner Carolann Swartz was re-elected Tuesday night, beating out opponent James Liebrecht to keep her current office.

November 7, 2012 5 a.m.

Jacks beat Scotties

Move on to state

ROCKFORD - Jacob Durfee ran for 98 yards and a touchdown and Antonio Melendez added another score to lead Quincy to a 19-7 road win over Freeman Friday.

November 7, 2012 5 a.m.

Moses Lake dentist retires after 33 years

MOSES LAKE - Dr. Clifford Morgan has spent the last 33 years caring for people's smiles in the Moses Lake area, but the dentist says it's time for him to start caring for his own.

November 7, 2012 5 a.m.

Man arrested in Mattawa murder

MATTAWA – Grant County Detectives have arrested and charged a Mattawa man in connection with the murder of a woman near Mattawa discovered on Oct. 16. ?

November 7, 2012 5 a.m.

PUD works to connect with community

GUEST EDITORIAL

Our connection to the communities we serve separates public power from private interests.

November 7, 2012 5 a.m.

The Fishin' Magician: Steelhead off the mouth of the Entiat

I had some fun steelhead fishing late last week. My first trip was with my fishing buddy Rollie Schmitten, off the mouth of the Entiat River on the Columbia. We had just a couple of hours and we had some success here last year.

November 7, 2012 5 a.m.

Nabora Martinez

Nabora Martinez, 77, a longtime Warden resident passed away Saturday, November 3, 2012 at LakeRidge Care Center surrounded by loving family. Holy Rosary will be prayed at 6:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 6, 2012 at Queen of All Saints Catholic Church in Warden. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, November 7, 2012 at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. Burial will follow at PioneerMemorial Gardens. 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.

November 7, 2012 5 a.m.

What are we doing to our kids?

The National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) recently reported that, if Congress fails to avert the "fiscal cliff" by the end of December, six million jobs will disappear over the next two years, sending the unemployment rate soaring to near 12 percent.

November 7, 2012 5 a.m.

Beverly C. Carter

Beverly C. Carter died peacefully November 4 in Richland, Washington. She was born July 2, 1939 in Stanley, North Dakota to Arthur Auverson and Anna Wiedert. Beverly grew up in Mountrail County, North Dakota on the Missouri River bottom. She loved animals, the outdoors and her family.

November 7, 2012 5 a.m.

Royal football beats down Goldendale, 69-7

Host Cascade Friday

ROYAL CITY - Royal High's Knights will open the state 1A football playoffs at home this Friday, and their task will be focus. A 69-7 win over Goldendale last Friday could lend to complacency.

November 7, 2012 5 a.m.

Third suspect caught in Ephrata beating

EPHRATA - Ephrata police captured the third suspect believed to be involved in an orchestrated attack that injured an Ephrata man last month.

November 7, 2012 5 a.m.

Glenn Beck on target, FEMA no sacred cow

Call me crazy, but I listen to Glenn Beck more than occasionally and, right about now, he's looking pretty smart.

November 7, 2012 5 a.m.

Weekly Fishing Magician report - Dave Graybill

November 7, 2012 5 a.m.

State holds mock election for student 'voters'

OLYMPIA - While last-minute voters are still filling in ovals, stuffing envelopes and getting to the ballot box or post office, students in Washington already "voted" last week, "electing" Barack Obama and Jay Inslee.

Sealed bids will be received by the Board of Directors of Moses Lake School District No. 161 in the Board Room at 1318 W. Ivy Ave., Moses Lake, Washington for construction of the COLUMBIA BASIN TECHNICAL SKILLS CENTER as follows:

November 6, 2012 5:05 a.m.

Chiefs crowned District 6 champion

Beat Davis

YAKIMA - Lizzy McGraw and Alysha Overland scored a goal each to lead the Chiefs to a 2-1 road win over the Pirates Saturday. The victory knocked Davis out of postseason play and gives Moses Lake back to back district championships and the No. 1 seed heading into the state tournament Wednesday.

November 6, 2012 5:05 a.m.

Ballots due tomorrow; several races still tight

OLYMPIA - State and local elections officials have been ramping up for the past few weeks to deal with the deluge of ballots flowing in.

November 6, 2012 5 a.m.

EPHRATA - A Royal City man is accused of beating his girlfriend with several items for about an hour.

November 6, 2012 5 a.m.

Progress made in Mattawa murder case

MATTAWA - The two most recent murders in Grant County have not yet been solved, but Sheriff Tom Jones reported Friday, Oct. 26, that detectives are making progress.

November 6, 2012 5 a.m.

PTO organizes Lunch Clubs at the Royal Middle School

ROYAL CITY - Seeking to enhance educational experiences for students, the Royal Parent Teacher Organization is encouraging the organization of Lunch Clubs at Royal Middle School.

November 6, 2012 5 a.m.

Community supports local Catholic school

EPHRATA - Gail Michael carried a list of items she was bidding on as she moved around the tables at the St. Rose of Lima Catholic School Saturday.

November 6, 2012 5 a.m.

Moses Lake drops thriller on the road

Lose to Eastmont

EAST WENATCHEE - The Chiefs came oh so close to forcing a three-way tie for first place in the last game of the regular season in CBBN action Friday night, but their comeback bid fell short as Eastmont pulled out a nerve-racking 28-21 win.

Quincy Foods has applied for renewal of its State Waste Discharge Permit in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 90.48 Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and Chapter 173-216 Washington Administrative Code (WAC).

November 5, 2012 5 a.m.

$4.25 million available from state for school construction

ROYAL CITY - The State of Washington will put up $4.25 million toward new school construction in the Royal School District if the voters will approve a construction bond sale.

November 5, 2012 5 a.m.

Fishing Magician Weekly Report - Dave Graybill

November 5, 2012 5 a.m.

Man arrested after bomb threats, standoff

MOSES LAKE - A Moses Lake man suspected of bomb threats was arrested Monday morning, Oct. 22, after a long standoff with authorities.

November 5, 2012 5 a.m.

Aguilar Aguilar's bail set at $1 million

EPHRATA - Bail was set at $1 million for a man accused of shooting a Yakima woman after she tried to end their relationship.

November 5, 2012 5 a.m.

Who is your choice for Washington State governor? (Your selection will remain anonymous)

November 5, 2012 5 a.m.

The Fishin' Magician: Coastal Conservation Association

The North Central Washington Chapter of the Coastal Conservation Association (CCA) will have their next meeting on Wednesday, November 7, beginning at 6:30.

November 5, 2012 5 a.m.

Area drug bust nets 700 pounds of marijuana

ROYAL CITY - A Moses Lake man will appear in U.S. District Court in Spokane today following his arrest on Tuesday and the confiscation of 700 pounds of marijuana.

November 4, 2012 5:05 a.m.

Pickled Okra set for CoffeeHouse Concert

GEORGE – Pickled Okra, a string band from Seattle, will be the CoffeeHouse Concert Series performer at the George Community Center on Saturday, Nov. 10.

November 4, 2012 5:05 a.m.

November 3, 2012 6 a.m.

Rita Noland

Rita Noland, age 80, long time resident of Moses Lake, Washington passed away peacefully on October 19, 2012. She was surrounded by her family, and she will be missed by the many that have had the good fortune to have known her.

November 3, 2012 6 a.m.

GEORGE - Pickled Okra, a string band from Seattle, will be the CoffeeHouse Concert Series performer at the George Community Center on Saturday, Nov. 10.

November 2, 2012 6 a.m.

Reader calls Referendum 74 'unjust'

The legislators in Olympia often make new laws without consulting the populace. When the people hear of these new laws, and enough of them don't agree with one of them, the people can then exercise their right and petition to put that new law on the ballot so everyone can vote on it. There is at least one such law that is now on the ballot due to this process.

November 2, 2012 6 a.m.

Wilson Creek superintendent placed on leave

WILSON CREEK - Wilson Creek School District Superintendent Brad Smedley has been placed on paid administrative leave, pending investigation into an unspecified incident.

November 2, 2012 6 a.m.

Nation must decide direction

It has been said that this is the most important election in the history of this nation. I, for one believe that to be true. There has never been a more clear difference in the candidates. Even removing the partisan party label it is very easy to see the differences between the candidates.

November 2, 2012 6 a.m.

Reader predicts economic crisis

Wake up America. Our present president is systematically destroying America. He has increased the national debt by nearly $5 trillion, more than all of the presidents from George Washington to Ronald Reagan combined! He has pushed the United States to the edge of the economic cliff and, if given four more years in the White House, he will push us over the cliff into fiscal oblivion. The resulting economic catastrophe will be of such a magnitude as to dwarf the agonies of the '08-'09 recession and make the pain of the Great Depression of the '30s seem like child's play.

November 2, 2012 6 a.m.

Harold Eugene Gugin

Harold Eugene Gugin, Sr. was born to Harold Phillip and Margaret Gugin on August 21, 1930 in Clark Township, MI. He was then raised in Michigan by his beloved parents Margaret and Arthur Standridge.

GUEST EDITORIAL

November 2, 2012 6 a.m.

Today in History for Friday, November 2nd

November 2, 2012 6 a.m.

The Fishin' Magician: Search for steelhead

We wanted some rain over here to get some water in our rivers. It would help steelheaders out in many ways. It would move fish further up into the rivers and make floating easier. Enough already! There has been so much rain that all of our tributaries are high and out of shape.

November 2, 2012 6 a.m.

Warden volleyball beats Goldendale

Win in five sets

WARDEN - Iris Rodriguez had 18 kills, 33 digs and six blocks, and Aaliyah Enriquez added 11 kills and 14 blocks to help lead the Cougars to a five set (28-26, 14-25, 25-22, 15-25, 15-10) win over the Timberwolves in the first round of the district volleyball tournament Tuesday.

November 2, 2012 6 a.m.

Trying the hobo life

3 runaway juveniles found on BNSF train

QUINCY – Three runaway juveniles from Idaho, on an apparent hobo adventure, were found here on a train last week and returned home.

November 2, 2012 6 a.m.

Selmann responds to Manweller

I was bemused by Professor Manweller's platform piece that ran in last week's editorials. It seemed like most of his platform was trying to discredit me. His attacks were far more revealing about him than they were about me. Either the Professor is a horrible listener, or he deliberately misconstrues facts to forward his objectives. Let me correct a few of his misstatements.

November 2, 2012 6 a.m.

Reader decries 'radical capitalism'

Mitt Romney can't stop radical capitalism owning our government.

November 2, 2012 6 a.m.

Change the apathy

Our current U.S. Senate is the most apathetic, do-nothing Senate in history. With the Democrats and Harry Reid in charge, they literally accomplish nothing to justify their paychecks. For over three years they have refused to do one of their main duties, submitting a budget. Maria Cantwell is a huge part of this lazy, politics as usual Senate. She just follows orders from Harry Reid. If we want to stop "Obamacare", that 3 trillion dollar government takeover of our "best in the world" medical system, we must put the Senate in the control of the Republican party. That is the only way our new President Romney will be able to actually stop Obamacare before it pushes us over the cliff!! Please vote for Michael Baumgartner for US Senate! He believes in restoring fiscal sanity. Cantwell has had her chance.

Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing for the 2013 Operating Budget of Grant County Public Hospital District No. 1, Samaritan Healthcare, has been scheduled for Thursday, November 8, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. in Room 407 at Samaritan Healthcare, 801 East Wheeler Road, Moses Lake, Washington 98837.

November 1, 2012 1 p.m.

LEGAL NOTICE

Notice is hereby given that the preliminary budget for the Port of Warden (Grant County Port District #8) has been prepared and placed on file by the Board of Commissioners of said Port District, which would include the implementation of the Port’s Tax Levy.

November 1, 2012 6:05 a.m.

Moses Lake girls beat Eastmont

Davis next

MOSES LAKE - It was a damp misty night at Lions field Tuesday as the first round of the district tournament got underway.

November 1, 2012 6:05 a.m.

Quincy's Ancient Lakes wine recognized

QUINCY - Wine hailing from the Quincy area now has a special distinction after the Ancient Lakes of Columbia Valley Region was officially recognized as Washington's 13th American Viticultural Area.

November 1, 2012 6:05 a.m.

Royal tops Ki-Be, 56-0, turns to the post-season

ROYAL CITY - The Royal High School Knights completed the South Central A Conference season Friday with a 56-0 victory over Kiona-Benton and their first title since 2008.

November 1, 2012 6 a.m.

Man arrested in Mattawa murder

Allegedly killed by jealous boyfriend

EPHRATA - A man reportedly killed Carmelita Lopez Santos because she wanted to end their relationship.

November 1, 2012 6 a.m.

Pedestrian killed on Moses Lake street

MOSES LAKE, Wash. (AP) — The Washington State Patrol says a 47-year-old man was running across a street in Moses Lake Wednesday night when he was struck by a car and killed.

November 1, 2012 6 a.m.

Noel Scott

Noel Scott, 98, long time Moses Lake resident, passed away on October 28, 2012 at Central Washington Hospital in Wenatchee. Viewing will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Friday, November 2, 2012 at Kayser's Chapel. Services will be held on Friday, Nov. 2 at 2:00 p.m. at Kayser's Chapel of Memories, Moses Lake. Please sign the on-line guest book or leave a note for the family at www.kayserschapel.com. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel and Crematory.

November 1, 2012 6 a.m.