Stories for April 2013

April 30, 2013 1 p.m.

GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON

Grant County is soliciting developmental disabilities Employment and Day Program service providers to be added to the list of Grant County Developmental Disabilities Qualified Provider list.

April 30, 2013 1 p.m.

The City Council of the City of Royal City has set an Information Meeting on May 7, 2013, at 7:00 pm, at City Hall, 445 Camelia St, NE, Royal City, to receive comments concerning a proposed rental inspection ordinance and receive public input from tenants, landlords, property owners, and residents. This ordinance requires all landlords to obtain a business license and have rental properties inspected for code compliance as a condition of maintaining the license. The public is invited and encouraged to attend.

April 30, 2013 1 p.m.

LEGAL NOTICE

April 30, 2013 6 a.m.

Chiefs split with Wildcats

Improve to 10-2

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake High School baseball picked up a crucial win in doubleheader action at home against Eastmont Friday.

April 30, 2013 6 a.m.

Moses Lake student experiences Legislature

OLYMPIA - A Moses Lake High School student just spend a week in Olympia, gaining first-hand experience of the state Legislature.

April 30, 2013 6 a.m.

2 arrested for drugs, kids in protective custody

QUINCY - Two people were arrested and four children placed in protective custody after Grant County's Interagency Narcotics Enforcement Team (INET) busted a marijuana growing operation in Quincy.

April 29, 2013 6 a.m.

Ephrata still allows dogs in park

EPHRATA - Ephrata will continue to allow pets in Sun Basin Plaza after a proposed ordinance change was rejected by the city council at its last meeting.

April 29, 2013 6 a.m.

Horse park authority expanded by Newbry, Warnick, Manweller bill

OLYMPIA – A bill supported by 13th District lawmakers to expand the membership of the Horse Park Authority near Cle Elum has been signed into law.

April 29, 2013 6 a.m.

Woody's Drive-In celebrates 30 years

MOSES LAKE - Since 1983, many Basin residents have turned to Woody's Drive-In in Moses Lake to satisfy cravings for burgers and shakes.

April 29, 2013 6 a.m.

SPOKANE – The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Washington has entered a summary judgment in favor of Evans Fruit and one of its former foremen in a case of retaliation, according to the company's legal representation, Stokes Lawrence.

April 27, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Abbreviated Legal: Lot 2, Lakeview Crest SP#2 Amended

April 26, 2013 12:51 p.m.

Drones could be tested at Moses Lake, Wash.

SEATTLE (AP) — The airport at Moses Lake could be one of six places in the nation where drones are tested for commercial uses approved by the Federal Aviation Administration.

April 26, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Soap Lake resident joins national contest

SOAP LAKE - Soap Lake resident Tami Lee Deines is hoping to put Grant County on the map by running in a contest to become Wrangler Western's 2013 Ultimate Cowgirl.

April 26, 2013 6 a.m.

Kara Garbe

Kara Garbe, 33, was called home to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, April 21, 2013 in Moses Lake. She was a beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and teacher. Born in Wenatchee and raised in Moses Lake, Kara's two passions were teaching and raising dogs. She taught at Garden Heights, Chief Moses, and recently the online program through the Moses Lake School District. Kara cherished her students and the time she was able to spend with them. She loved teaching and always encouraged her students to do their best and to work hard to achieve their dreams. Kara loved her dogs and took great pride in breeding dogs and finding them loving homes. She bred one litter of dachshunds from her dog Abbey, and then several litters of golden retrievers. Her golden retrievers Kenya, Kona, and Sage brought her great joy and comfort. Following graduation from Moses Lake High School in 1997, Kara received her Associates degree from Big Bend Community College and then graduated from Whitworth College in 2001 with a Bachelors in education. She completed her Masters Degree in education from Eastern Washington University. Kara is survived by her parents Kerry and Barbara Garbe of Moses Lake; her sister Danielle Garbe of Beirut, Lebanon; her brother and sister-in-law Brandon and Amy Garbe, and their daughter Ava - Kara's, beloved niece - of Moses Lake. She also leaves behind a loving extended family, her grandmother Shirley Wagner, and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Her family will always have her in their hearts and will always remember her laughter, beautiful smile, and kindness towards others. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Ruben and P. Jeanne Garbe and Ray Wagner, and by her uncle and aunt Charles and Melissa Wagner. The Garbe family is grateful to the community for all the love and support shown to Kara during her long battle with lupus and wants to especially thank the Moses Lake School District, Dr. Kearns and his nurse Liz, Dr. Byrd, and Dr. Barber all gave excellent medical care, and their compassion eased Kara's suffering.

April 26, 2013 6 a.m.

Huskies lose match to Wildcats

Fall at home

OTHELLO - Cervanto Fuentes (Jonathan Lopez) broke a 1-1 tie at the 42nd minute of play, and Isaac Lopez put the nail in the coffin at the 69 minute mark to give Toppenish a 3-1 win on the road in Othello Tuesday.

April 26, 2013 6 a.m.

A step toward accountability

Sen. Mark Schoesler's bill requiring the state Office of Financial Management (OFM) to update its list of agency fees is the right step in the direction for improved government accountability.

April 26, 2013 6 a.m.

Reader continues thoughts on vacant lots

My previous letter to the editor regarding vacant property apparently got read by more than one person. If I understand the Washington State Constitution correctly, Article VII, Section 1 - Taxation, puts all real estate into a single class. A special tax on vacant property would probably require an amendment to the State Constitution.

April 26, 2013 6 a.m.

Moses Lake tennis splits with Eastmont

Boys win, girls lose

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake boys tennis avenged an early season road loss at Eastmont with a 4-3 win over the Wildcats at home Tuesday.

April 26, 2013 6 a.m.

Issues and improvements in Warden

Crime has been an issue in Warden and still is. According to a recent city council meeting on April 23, Warden police will hire a new police officer in an effort to improve with more patrols.

April 26, 2013 6 a.m.

Royal drives toward playoff bye

ROYAL CITY - The Knights started their big push toward a bye round in the soccer playoffs with three key victories last week.

April 26, 2013 6 a.m.

MLIRD offers thanks for Kids' Fishing Day

MLIRD would like to thank the Columbia Basin Herald for helping to get the word out about our fourth annual Kids' Fishing Derby at Connelly Park (Airman's Beach). Having the registration form in the Grant County Journal helps kids in our community get registered for this great event.

April 26, 2013 6 a.m.

Moses Lake man charged with assault, illegal firearm

EPHRATA - A Moses Lake man is accused of assaulting and threatening to kill his girlfriend.

April 26, 2013 6 a.m.

Vets' advisory sets meeting

EPHRATA - The Grant County Veterans' Advisory Board will hold a meeting on May 9 at 4 p.m. in the Grant County Commissioners' Board Room at the Grant County Courthouse in Ephrata.

April 26, 2013 6 a.m.

Sonico wants more time to vacate port facility

Building has structural issues

MOSES LAKE - Operations at Sonico Inc., could be interrupted if the aircraft maintenance company is still expected to vacate one of its buildings at the Grant County International Airport by July.

April 26, 2013 6 a.m.

Chiefs drop first league game

Lose to Eastmont

EAST WENATCHEE - The Chiefs nine game win streak in Big 9 league play came to an end Tuesday with a 7-1 loss on the road at Eastmont High School.

April 26, 2013 6 a.m.

Columbia Basin surgeon to retire on July 1

For the past 19 years, it has been my great fortune to live in Wenatchee and to be part of the Wenatchee Valley Medical Center. We are all truly blessed to participate in such a great health care system.

April 26, 2013 6 a.m.

Court dismisses retaliation claim

against Evans Fruit

SPOKANE - The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Washington has entered a summary judgment in favor of Evans Fruit and one of its former foremen in a case of retaliation, according to the company's legal representation, Stokes Lawrence.

April 26, 2013 6 a.m.

J. Geneva Gauff

Geneva Gauff passed away April 6, 2013 surrounded by family and loved ones at the Moses Lake Senior Living. She was born January 23, 1925 in Whitewright, TX. She was the fifth of seven children born to Robert and Inis Hopper. She graduated from Lorenzo High School in 1941 in Lorenzo, TX. Geneva worked in Keyport Naval Torpedo Station-Machine Shop in Keyport, WA. from 1944-1945. She later went to Lee's Beauty shops in the Seattle area until she moved to Moses Lake and opened the House of Genii in 1955. Geneva loved spending time with her children at their cabin on the Entiat River, fishing, gardening, traveling, and visiting with her many clients and friends.

April 26, 2013 6 a.m.

State agencies required to list fees online

OLYMPIA - State agency fees will now be required to be listed online as part of a government transparency bill signed into law Wednesday.

Abbreviated Legal: LOT 4, BLOCK 2, MICHELSON'S ADDITION, Franklin County, WA

April 25, 2013 1 p.m.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

LOT 26, SUNNY MEADOWS PHASE 7, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME "D" OF PLATS, PAGE 209, RECORDS OF FRANKLIN COUNTY, WASHINGTON. More commonly known as: 6311 ROBINSON DRIVE, PASCO, WA 99301

In the Matter of the Estate Of JOE P. DELGADO, Deceased.

April 25, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Arson probe continues in Moses Lake fire

MOSES LAKE - Investigators continued Tuesday their arson investigation into a house fire that destroyed a vacant home near Blue Heron Park in Moses Lake.

April 25, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Former Royal Junior Miss undergoes brain surgery

Financial help needed for trip home, recovery

ROYAL CITY - Royal High School 2004 graduate Flannery Edwards, daughter of RHS counselor Marge Edwards, recently underwent surgery in Pennsylvania for a brain tumor and is in dire need of financial help to get home to Royal and recuperation.

April 25, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Chiefs softball drops game to Wildcats

Lose at home

MOSES LAKE - It was a classic battle between the two top softball teams in the Columbia Basin Big 9 Conference Tuesday evening at Larson Field.

April 25, 2013 6 a.m.

AeroTEC expands to Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - A Seattle-based aircraft testing and certification company is getting ready to set up shop at the Grant County International Airport.

April 25, 2013 6 a.m.

Wahluke defeats Connell

MATTAWA - It has been a so-so year for the Wahluke High soccer team, but the Warriors may have found some answers during their 5-0 conquest of Connell last week, improving to 6-5 on the season.

April 25, 2013 6 a.m.

Moses Lake man arrested for assault

MOSES LAKE - A Moses Lake man was arrested recently for alleged domestic violence by the Moses Lake Regional Tactical Response Team (TRT).

April 25, 2013 6 a.m.

Coulee Dam teacher arrested for identity theft

May face deportation

GRAND COULEE - A Coulee Dam teacher is facing charges of forgery and identity theft.

April 25, 2013 6 a.m.

James E. Clark or "Mr. Clark" as he was known to thousands of students over the years, died on April 19, 2013. He had a rarely known cancer of the bone marrow known as "Waldenstroms" for 14 years. Graveside services will be held at 3 p.m., Saturday, April 27th 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.

April 24, 2013 1:28 p.m.

Return Policy

April 24, 2013 1:21 p.m.

Most Wanted

April 24, 2013 1 p.m.

SEPA RULES

DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE

April 24, 2013 1 p.m.

SUPERIOR COURT, STATE OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF GRANT

In the Matter of the Estate of: | NO. 13-4-00051-6

April 24, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Moses Lake man injured in collision

OTHELLO - A semi driver allegedly collided with a car slowing down for another stopped semi on state Route 17 near Othello.

April 24, 2013 6 a.m.

Meth found in Soap Lake home, 2 arrested

SOAP LAKE - Three children were recently taken into protective custody after Grant County deputies found drugs and a stolen vehicle at a Soap Lake home.

April 24, 2013 6 a.m.

The Fishin' Magician: Success on Chelan

I reported earlier that I had a very tough day fishing for kokanee on Lake Chelan. My group fished hard for many hours and only came up with one fish for our efforts. Well, I wasn't about to give up and went back to Chelan last Sunday to try again. My brother Rick and I had much better luck.

April 24, 2013 6 a.m.

MOSES LAKE - The El Katif Shriners are bringing their annual big top circus back to Moses Lake this week.

April 24, 2013 6 a.m.

Darlene G. Johnson

Darlene was born in Port Townsend, Washington on January 6, 1936 and went to heaven on October 25, 2012 in Everett, Washington. She is survived by her husband of fifty-six years, Bill Johnson and her four children; David Johnson and his wife Anna, Barbara Dehm and her husband Karl, Linda Burns and her husband Gary, and Kim Sawin. She has four grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

April 24, 2013 6 a.m.

Jerry K. "Jerry" Kinkade

Warden native Jerry K. "Jerry" Kinkade, 53, passed away Wednesday, April 17, 2013.

April 24, 2013 6 a.m.

Chiefs return from Hermiston

At Davis next

HERMISTON, Ore. - The Chiefs traveled to Hermiston Saturday to take part in the 28th annual Kiwanis Invitational. Moses Lake competed against schools from Eastern Washington and Northeastern Oregon, and turned in some impressive performances.

April 24, 2013 6 a.m.

Warden boys win three in-a-row

Face Wahluke today

GRANGER - The Cougars maintained a tight grip on second place in the 1A SCAC East soccer standings with three wins on the pitch over a span of four days.

April 23, 2013 1 p.m.

Celebration tomorrow for beloved teacher

ROYAL CITY - Royal High School leadership, staff and students tomorrow, April 24, will celebrate the life of beloved teacher Kathy Schutz, who died recently.

April 23, 2013 1 p.m.

NOTICE OF PESTICIDE APPLICATION

ROYAL SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 160

April 23, 2013 1 p.m.

ORDINANCE NO. 13-03

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROYAL CITY, WASHINGTON, PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF A WATER AND SEWER REVENUE REFUNDING BOND OF THE CITY IN THE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF $736,268.70 TO REFUND CERTAIN OUTSTANDING WATER AND SEWER REVENUE OBLIGATIONS OF THE CITY; PROVIDING THE DATE, FORM, TERMS AND MATURITY OF THE BOND; APPROVING THE SALE OF THE BOND; AND RESERVING THE RIGHT TO ISSUE REVENUE BONDS ON A PARITY WITH THE BOND UPON COMPLIANCE WITH CERTAIN CONDITIONS. A complete copy of this Ordinance, which was passed April 16, 2013, is available during regular business hours at the Office of the City Finance Director/Treasurer, City Hall, 445 Camelia St. NE, Royal City, WA 99357. The Ordinance will be mailed upon request without cost if such request is timely made. This publication by title is made pursuant to RCW 35A.12.160.

April 23, 2013 1 p.m.

ORDINANCE NO. 13-03

Reel Pizza offers cinnamon roll, Oreo dessert pizza options

EPHRATA - If pizza is a natural platform for tomato sauce and cheese and vegetables and meat, which it is, it should be a natural platform for dessert. So, what would make a good dessert pizza?

April 23, 2013 6 a.m.

Grant PUD's shore plan approved

EPHRATA - The group governing the Grant County Public Utility District's dam operating license approved the agency's shoreline management plan recently.

April 23, 2013 6 a.m.

New judge to be appointed in 2 weeks

EPHRATA - A new Grant County District Court judge will be announced in the next two weeks.

April 22, 2013 5:07 p.m.

Testimonials

April 22, 2013 5:07 p.m.

Specials

Discount back by Popular Demand!

April 22, 2013 5:04 p.m.

Rent a Crescent Bar Condo

April 22, 2013 4:56 p.m.

Abbreviated Legal: LT 17 BLK 2 ORCHARD PARK ADD.

April 20, 2013 6 a.m.

Royal High receives high marks

ROYAL CITY - Royal School District is one of eight districts in Educational Services District to receive the latest Washington Achievement Award From the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction.

April 20, 2013 6 a.m.

Wild drop Game 3 to Monsters

Lose in OT

FRESNO, Calif. - The Wenatchee Wild have pulled off quite a few dramatic comebacks this season.

April 20, 2013 6 a.m.

Royal softball ladies lead but fall twice to tough Burbank

ROYAL CITY - A string of errors that led to a seven-run rally for Burbank dashed Royal High's dream of victory in softball on Saturday.

April 20, 2013 6 a.m.

Work party scheduled for tomorrow

Volunteering not only makes the person involved feel good, but it helps the organization sponsoring the project as well. We have a project taking place tomorrow. Yes this is short notice, but those interested should simply show up at the work site by following the directions below or trying to call Rich Finger. Cell coverage is spotty at the work site, so a phone call may not be possible. Read on.

April 19, 2013 1:57 p.m.

Second Hand Store

April 19, 2013 1:56 p.m.

Services

April 19, 2013 1:56 p.m.

Garage Sale

April 19, 2013 1:55 p.m.

Recycling

April 19, 2013 1 p.m.

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS

Sealed bids, plainly marked “BID FOR R-NE Road, CRP 12-07”, will be received by Grant County at the Office of the Board of County Commissioners located in the County Courthouse, P.O. Box 37, 35 C Street NW – Room 207, Ephrata, WA, 98823, until 1:30 P.M., Tuesday, April 30, 2013 and will then and there be opened and publicly read for the construction of the improvements.

April 19, 2013 1 p.m.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY JUVENILE DIVISION

TO: UNKNOWN FATHER and anyone claiming a paternal interest.

April 19, 2013 1 p.m.

NOTICE OF PESTICIDE APPLICATION

ROYAL SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 160

April 19, 2013 1 p.m.

CITY OF MOSES LAKE

Request for Qualifications for Engineering Services

April 19, 2013 1 p.m.

Job and Career Fair draws substantial crowds

MOSES LAKE - Private companies and public agencies looking for workers and people looking for work were brought together by the Job and Career Fair at Big Bend Community College Thursday.

April 19, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Port of Moses Lake starts $4.4 million ramp project for Grant County Airport

MOSES LAKE - Port of Moses Lake officials expect to see increased Boeing testing at the Grant County International Airport once a $4.4 million ramp improvement project is completed.

April 19, 2013 6 a.m.

Chiefs tennis sweeps Grizzlies

Play Davis next

SUNNYSIDE - Moses Lake tennis came up big on the road at Sunnyside Tuesday as the boys and girls recorded shutout wins.

April 19, 2013 6 a.m.

Reader offers 'Natural Law' quiz

The American Founding Fathers understood the thinking of Marcus Tellius Cicero with respect to "Natural Law." Natural Law is that which the Supreme Creator established. Natual Law has the fundamental presupposition that man has a mind capable of using a rational approach to solving problems, and that reasoning of the mind will generally lead to common-sense conclusions. Thomas Jefferson made reference to the thinking of Cicero when he wrote the words, "the laws of Nature and Nature's God" in the Declaration of Independence.

April 19, 2013 6 a.m.

Quincy man charged with felony-level DUI

Previously convicted of killing couple in 1997 wreck

EPHRATA - A Quincy man with a history of drinking and driving was charged with DUI.

April 19, 2013 6 a.m.

Field Day, 2nd tourney of season, scheduled for Royal Golf Course

ROYAL CITY – Spring Field Day, the second tournament of the course benefit season at the Royal Golf Course, is set for April 27.

April 19, 2013 6 a.m.

Strong flu season reported

EPHRATA - Grant County Public Health Officer Dr. Alexander Brzezny reported to the March meeting of the board of health that this season of influenza is quite robust.

April 19, 2013 6 a.m.

The Fishin' Magician: Go Fish Belize

I just got back from a week in Belize, fishing for bonefish, permit and tarpon. My wife Eileen and took a group of eight along with us, and we all had a ball. We fished for four days with guides from Go Fish Belize and everyone caught bonefish. Some of us caught permit, and tarpon eluded us on this trip.

April 19, 2013 6 a.m.

A tale of 2 budgets

The state Legislature is down to its final two weeks of session. It means negotiations are going strong between the House and the Senate. They must agree on a budget soon, as session ends on April 28.

April 19, 2013 6 a.m.

Readers ask community to help stop gangs

I read the Herald's supplement for March 22 on Gangs in Grant County and applaud the efforts by all to actively combat this social cancer. We are especially appreciative to our Sheriff's department, schools and other organizations for the strong effort they are putting forth.

April 19, 2013 6 a.m.

Grayce I. Christian (Calkins)

Ephrata native Grayce Christian, 94, passed away on Monday April 15, 2013 at Columbia Basin Hospital Nursing Home.

April 19, 2013 6 a.m.

Pro-jobs bill passes, Manweller's first

OLYMPIA - The Washington State Senate passed a pro-jobs bill on April 11, and it happened to be 13th District Rep. Matt Manweller's first bill to make it through the legislative process.

April 19, 2013 6 a.m.

Quarantine lifted for Moses Lake dairy

April 19, 2013 6 a.m.

Reader questions senator's dedication to protecting Second Amendment

Grant County citizens I am writing this to make you aware that in this month of April, 2013 The United States Senate narrowly voted down a bill that would have given the UN via the UN Gun Control Treaty the right to confiscate and control the gun rights of all US citizens. The treaty made no distinctions between military and civilian arms, thus it would totally override your Second Amendment rights to bear arms. It is important that you know which senators are traitors to United States and want the UN have authority to void our Republic and our inalienable rights. Senator Maria Cantwell was one of the 46 senators who voted for the UN treaty to take your gun rights. The vote was close citizens and thankfully it was defeated 53-46 but no thanks to your un-American Senator Cantwell. I suggest next time you vote you think twice about your liberty and what it takes to remain free in our state and county. Remember if they get the Second Amendment the rest fall with it!

April 19, 2013 6 a.m.

Moses Lake boys take POD 3

Win by 28 strokes

WENATCHEE - Brendon Cox carded a 71,Tanner Montgomery was six strokes back with a 77, and four other Chiefs broke 90 to lead Moses Lake to its second POD match win of the season April 15.

April 19, 2013 6 a.m.

New stuttering support group to meet Saturday

EPHRATA - A support group for children and adults who suffer from stuttering will have its first meeting at noon Saturday at the First United Methodist Church, 117 C St. NW in Ephrata.

April 19, 2013 6 a.m.

Grant County Dems support DREAM Act

The Washington State DREAM Act builds on Washington state's long-held values of education, fairness and diversity by extending state-based financial aid to high school graduates with legal work permits. We've invested in these children since kindergarten. Why would we not do all we can to help them become doctors, teachers, entrepreneurs, etc.? The Grant County Democrats (GCD) wish to publically thank Representative Judy Warnick (R) for voting for the Washington State DREAM Act.

April 19, 2013 5:18 a.m.

1 of 2 suspects in Boston bombing killed

WATERTOWN, Mass. (AP) — The two suspects in the Boston Marathon bombing killed an MIT police officer and hurled explosives at police in a car chase and gun battle overnight that left one of them dead and his brother on the loose, authorities said Friday as thousands of officers swarmed the streets in a manhunt that all but paralyzed the Boston area.

April 18, 2013 1 p.m.

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON

In the Matter of the Estate Of TERUKO RATCLIFF, Deceased.

April 18, 2013 1 p.m.

OTHELLO SCHOOL DISTRICT

RFP TIER I TRAINING

April 18, 2013 1 p.m.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY

THE STATE OF WASHINGTON TO THE SAID DEFENDANTS JOHN P. SCHROEDER AND JANE DOE SCHROEDER; ALSO ALL OTHER PERSONS OR PARTIES UNKNOWN CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE, ESTATE, LIEN, OR INTEREST IN THE REAL ESTATE DESCRIBED IN THE COMPLAINT HEREIN; WILSON CREEK GRANGE NO. 935:

April 18, 2013 1 p.m.

College sponsors help with citizenship applications

MOSES LAKE - People who have permanent resident status but want to become U.S. citizens will have a chance to talk with volunteers experienced in immigration issues at Citizenship Day from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m, April 27, at Big Bend Community College, 7662 Chanute St. NE.

April 18, 2013 1 p.m.

BBCC baseball splits with Blue Mountain

TVCC next

MOSES LAKE - Inconsistent is how coach Pete Doumit describes they way the Vikings are playing at the mid-way point of the season after pulling out a split in doubleheader action at home against Blue Mountain Community College (BMCC) yesterday.

April 18, 2013 1 p.m.

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Sealed bids will be received by the Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County at Beverly, Washington until 1:30 P.M. on May 1, 2013 for Supply, Install and Provide Training for Various Wanapum Dam Maintenance Center Tooling Equipment as more fully described in Contract Documents 470-3624.

April 18, 2013 1 p.m.

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON

In the Matter of the Estate Of PATRICIA J. CARROLL, Deceased.

April 18, 2013 1 p.m.

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD May 7, 2013 at 9:00 a.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata, WA to consider an Ordinance adopting a new chapter to Title 6 of the Grant County Code defining Fire Hazards, Prohibiting the Use of Sky Lanterns, and Regulating Open Burning. Any interested persons may appear regarding these matters.

April 18, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Moses Lake shooting suspect allowed to see parents

EPHRATA - A Moses Lake boy, 14, will be allowed to see his parents after allegedly trying to kill them in March.

April 18, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Chiefs come from behind to beat Grizzlies

Win 3-2

MOSES LAKE - Saul Maciel (Andrew Camren) scored with less than two minutes to go to break a 2-2 tie, and the Chiefs held on in the waning moments to pull out a hard fought 3-2 comeback win over Sunnyside in Big 9 soccer action at Lions Field last night.

April 18, 2013 6 a.m.

Henry Alexander Bise dies

OBITUARY

OTHELLO - Longtime local resident Henry Bise passed away on Monday, April 8, in Othello. He was born Nov. 6, 1919 in Hartline and lived most of his life in local area.

April 18, 2013 6 a.m.

Gene D. Reichert

Gene D. Reichert, 80, long time resident and farmer of Othello, Washington passed on March 29 in Yuma, Arizona after a short battle with cancer.

April 18, 2013 6 a.m.

Moses Lake man sentenced for burglary, rape

EPHRATA - A Moses Lake man was sentenced to 9 years and 7 months in prison following a burglary and rape conviction.

April 18, 2013 6 a.m.

Industrial building burglarized again in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - For the second time this year, a building at Busby International, Inc. was burglarized in Moses Lake.

April 18, 2013 6 a.m.

Weekly Fishin' Magician Report with Dave Graybill

April 18, 2013 6 a.m.

Royal soccer back on track

Beats Granger 3-1

ROYAL CITY - The Knights Christian Guerrero scored two goals and Louis Alvarez add another in a 3-1 home win over the Granger Spartans Monday.

April 18, 2013 6 a.m.

Robert "Boyd" Davis

Robert "Boyd" Davis, 84, of Royal Slope, died Wednesday April 3, 2013 at his home with his family by his side.

April 18, 2013 6 a.m.

Republicans to meet

EPHRATA - One person who attends the Grant County Republican Party precinct committee officer meeting on April 25 at Time Out Pizza will get a free pizza.

April 18, 2013 6 a.m.

Runner heard 'eerie silence' after marathon

BOSTON - Moses Lake's Jodi and Christian O'Shea said the silence was the most vivid memory, in the first few seconds after two bombs exploded during Monday's Boston Marathon.

April 18, 2013 6 a.m.

Japan's inclusion in trade talks will benefit state

MOSES LAKE - The state's potato industry could see an increase in export activity to Japan if Japan is formally included in ongoing Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) trade talks.

April 18, 2013 6 a.m.

Moses Lake baseball downs Eisenhower

Takes single game

MOSES LAKE - The Chiefs (7-0) extended their win streak to seven games with a 9-1 win over Eisenhower at home Tuesday to remain undefeated in the Columbia Basin Big Nine standing.

April 18, 2013 6 a.m.

Moses Lake man sentenced for burglary, rape

EPHRATA - A Moses Lake man was sentenced to 9 years and 7 months in prison following a burglary and rape conviction.

April 18, 2013 6 a.m.

Eastern Wa. crime cases allegedly mishandled by laboratory manager

CHENEY - The former manager of the State Crime Lab in Cheney is under investigation for allegations he mishandled at least five case files.

April 17, 2013 1 p.m.

SUPERIOR COURT, STATE OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF GRANT

In the Matter of the Estate of: JOSEPH R. FISHER, JR., deceased.

April 17, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Lioness to open Spaceburger booth

on April 19-21

MOSES LAKE - Spaceburger fans will be able to purchase their favorite midway food at the Moses Lake Lioness Club booth at the Grant County Fairgrounds this weekend, from April 19-21.

April 17, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Boston Marathon blast kills 3, injures over 140

BOSTON (AP) - Two bombs exploded in the crowded streets near the finish line of the Boston Marathon on Monday, killing three people and injuring more than 140 in a bloody scene of shattered glass and severed limbs that raised alarms that terrorists might have struck again in the U.S.

April 17, 2013 6 a.m.

Desiree "Dezy" (Kast) Sunford

Desiree "Dezy" (Kast) Sunford, 30, passed away Sunday, April 7, 2013 in her home in Yakima, the victim of a homicide. Desiree was the daughter of Keith and Connie Kast of Moses Lake and the wife of Scott Sunford of Yakima.

April 17, 2013 6 a.m.

Othello settles with former officer for $80K

OTHELLO - The City of Othello will pay a former police officer $80,000 to settle a 2009 sexual harassment case.

April 17, 2013 6 a.m.

Kathleen Lee Schutz

Kathleen Lee Schutz was born April 23, 1951 in Spokane, Washington to Fred Francis Schutz "Sonny", and Floye Alice (Maxwell) Schutz "Dolly". Kathy grew up in the Spokane Valley on Bessie Rd., and attended school there until she graduated from West Valley High in 1969.

April 17, 2013 6 a.m.

ROYAL SCHOOL BOND

Our family moved to Royal City three years ago from Idaho, and I was immediately impressed by the community, the schools, and most importantly the people from Royal City.

April 17, 2013 6 a.m.

Wine festival planned for Desert Aire

MATTAWA – The Mattawa Area Chamber of Commerce will sponsor “Taste the Wahluke Slope”, a tasting event featuring wines made from grapes grown in the Wahluke Slope AVA (American Viticultural Area).

April 17, 2013 6 a.m.

Jesse (Jess) William Johnson

March 20, 1921 ~ April 2, 1913

April 17, 2013 6 a.m.

TEACHER APPRECIATION

I am writing this for my teacher, Mrs. Phillips, for a birthday present. I want to tell you how much I like her for a teacher.

April 17, 2013 6 a.m.

Warden girls sweep Ki-Be

Remain undefeated

WARDEN - It was a cold windy day when Warden and Kiona-Benton took the field for doubleheader action Saturday.

April 17, 2013 6 a.m.

Construction begins next month on new clubhouse

MOSES LAKE - Construction on the new clubhouse for the Moses Lake Boys and Girls Club begins next month, and the club supporters marked the occasion with a groundbreaking ceremony recently.

April 17, 2013 6 a.m.

Pizza for lucky GCDRP attendee

EPHRATA - One person who attends the Grant County Republican Party precinct committee officer meeting on April 25 at Time Out Pizza will get a free pizza.

April 17, 2013 6 a.m.

George man sentenced to 18 years in prison for 2011 Quincy murder

EPHRATA - A George man was sentenced to 18 years and 4 months in prison Friday for the murder of Ramiro Munoz, Jr.

April 17, 2013 6 a.m.

The Fishin' Magician: Annual free kids fishing day on Rock Island

This will be a busy weekend in Rock Island. It's the annual free kids fishing day on Saturday, April 20, and fishing families by the hundreds will be showing up to enjoy some great trout fishing and free hot dogs. This event is going on 15 years and thanks to the Wenatchee Sportsmen's Association and Pepsi gets bigger and better every year.

April 16, 2013 1 p.m.

STATE OF WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CHANGE/TRANSFER OF WATER RIGHT UNDER ONE (1) GROUNDWATER CLAIM

April 16, 2013 1 p.m.

STATE OF WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CHANGE/TRANSFER OF WATER RIGHT UNDER ONE (1) GROUNDWATER CLAIM

April 16, 2013 1 p.m.

BEFORE THE HONORABLE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON

In the matter of the Application of Qwest Communications Company LLC for a franchise to construct, operate and maintain conduits and fiber optic cables on certain County Road Rights-of-Way within the County of Grant, State of Washington, for the purpose of providing long distance telecommunications services.

CALL FOR BIDS

Sealed bids will be received by the Port of Ephrata, Port District #9 of Grant County, Washington (Owner) at the Port of Ephrata, 1990 Division Ave NE, Ephrata, Washington 98823, until 12:00 p.m., Friday May 3, 2013 for: EPHRATA MUNICIPAL AIRPORT, EPHRATA, WASHINGTON; RECONSTRUCT PARALLEL TAXIWAY B AND TAXIWAY A-2

April 16, 2013 7:45 a.m.

Moses Lake woman unharmed by Boston Marathon explosion

BOSTON - A Moses Lake woman running in the Boston Marathon was about a quarter-mile away from the finish line when bombs went off at the event Monday, but is okay.

April 16, 2013 7:45 a.m.

Moses Lake woman runs Boston Marathon

Jodi O'Shea running in honor of family, friends, patients impacted by cancer

Update: Jodi O'Shea was unharmed by the recent explosions. See

April 16, 2013 6:24 a.m.

Fitterers competition

April 16, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Chiefs back from Pasco Invite

Girls 6th, boys 38th

PASCO - Several hundred top high school track and field athletes from around the Pacific Northwest competed at the Pasco Invitational Saturday.

April 16, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Katelyn Kehler named pageant winner

Christiane Phillips, Madison Bowser finalists

MOSES LAKE - Katelyn Kehler, 17, and a student at Moses Lake Christian Academy, was selected as the 2013 Distinguished Young Woman at Saturday's pageant in Moses Lake. Christiane Phillips, 17, was the first finalist, and Madison Bowser, 17, was the second finalist. Both are students at Moses Lake High School.

April 16, 2013 6 a.m.

Fishing derby draws 150 kids

MOSES LAKE - Despite windy conditions that kicked waves over the beaches at the edge of Connelly Park, the Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District's fishing derby drew about 150 children Saturday.

April 16, 2013 6 a.m.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

Abbreviated Legal: LT B Coulson Acres Re-Plat of LT 4, Grant Co., WA

April 16, 2013 6 a.m.

Commission learns from week-long 'Food Stamp Challenge'

MOSES LAKE - A bag of potatoes can go a long way, which is a handy tip for families grocery shopping on a budget, according to the Washington State Potato Commission.

April 16, 2013 6 a.m.

Drop box phaseout recommended

EPHRATA - The Grant County Solid Waste Advisory Committee has recommended the phaseout of the dropbox system for waste collection due to the system's inability to become self-sustaining.

April 16, 2013 6 a.m.

Nickels sentenced to 25 years in jail

EPHRATA - There was finally some closure in the case concerning the 2009 murder of an Ephrata man.

April 16, 2013 6 a.m.

Moses Lake takes doubleheader

Beats Sunnyside

MOSES LAKE - The Chiefs extended their win streak to six games in Columbia Basin Big Nine league play with a twin killing over Sunnyside at home Friday.

April 16, 2013 6 a.m.

Wilma Hightower Moos

The world was given an angel that walked on earth. Her name was Wilma Hightower Moos, the daughter of her father James Hill Hightower and mother Elmer Durbin Hightower. She has moved on with the Lord. This beautiful woman blessed all that had the pleasure of her company with kind words, a smile, a gesture of good will and, of course, her great sense of humor. She was blessed with a long life. 96 years of giving and caring to those around her. She showed her children and grandchildren unconditional love and breathed life into her family in a way that became part of their souls. She lives in them now and will forever. As testament to the type of person she was, her son, James August Moos and his wife Peggy Moos showed the same loving nature in caring for Wilma in their home in Dade City, Florida the final years of her life. She was loved.

April 16, 2013 6 a.m.

Small business hazardous waste collection scheduled

EPHRATA – Businesses and agencies that generate small amounts of hazardous waste may participate in a disposal opportunity on Friday, May 10, at the Moses Lake Surf n' Slide Water Park.

April 16, 2013 6 a.m.

Strong flu season reported

EPHRATA – Grant County Public Health Officer Dr. Alexander Brzezny reported to the March meeting of the board of health that this season of Influenza is quite robust.

April 16, 2013 5:30 a.m.

Abbreviated Legal: Unit 133, Bldg F. Crescent View Condo

April 15, 2013 1 p.m.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

Abbreviated Legal: Lt 1, Knolls Vista Thirteenth Addn

April 15, 2013 1 p.m.

Arts Soiree funds upcoming season

MOSES LAKE - Spring rain didn't dampen Grant County's support for the arts Friday evening, according to Columbia Basin Allied Arts Executive Director Pat Daugherty. The Arts Soiree hosted 160 ticket-holders for a night of music, food and high culture, Daugherty said - a 23 percent increase from last year's attendance.

April 15, 2013 1 p.m.

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Sealed Bids will be received by the Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County at Ephrata, Washington until 2:30 P.M. on April 30, 2013 for Supplying 15kV Medium Voltage Power Cable as more fully described in Contract Documents 170-3583.

April 15, 2013 1 p.m.

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

TITLE: 401/408 Structural Repairs

April 15, 2013 1 p.m.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

Abbreviated Legal: LT 18 MONTLAKE EAST #6 GRANT CO., WA.

April 15, 2013 9:38 a.m.

Explosions disrupt Boston Marathon

Two explosions disrupted the Boston Marathon on Monday, causing injuries and scattering crowds near the finish line, witnesses said.

April 15, 2013 6:05 a.m.

April 14, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Making room for growth

Photo only

April 14, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Local animal shelter, prisoners team up

Prisoners prepare dogs for adoption

OTHELLO - Six dogs from the Adams County Pet Rescue made the trip to Coyote Ridge Corrections Center Wednesday to begin a dog training program.

Royal boys split doubleheader

ROYAL CITY - Royal High School played Quincy Saturday in a varsity-junior varsity baseball doubleheader, losing the first game and winning the second.

April 13, 2013 6 a.m.

Your password not your employer's business

GUEST EDITORIAL

OLYMPIA – There is an old saying in politics that sometimes the law has to catch up with technology.

April 13, 2013 6 a.m.

Soil free of weed seed when pioneers arrived

The Grant County Noxious Weed Board has indicated the beginning of this or the other weed was in wheat seed contaminated when brought from the old country. Mordhorst also indicates Columbia Basin soil was free of weed seed when the pioneers began farming. Read on.

April 13, 2013 6 a.m.

Yes, maybe memory is first to go

EDITORIAL

I grabbed ESPN, the magazine, and sat down for my usual 10 minute wait for Dr. Edgerly, and immediately an assistant called my name.

LIFT STATION PROJECT – 2013

April 12, 2013 9:44 a.m.

Community Magazine - April 2013

April 12, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Group helps families to own homes

MOSES LAKE - Jared and Kristina Torgeson will get to call themselves first-time homeowners later this summer when construction on their Pelican Point home is completed.

April 12, 2013 6 a.m.

Volunteers provide meat for food bank

MOSES LAKE - Members of a local program that provides meat from poached animals to the Moses Lake Food Bank was honored at Tuesday's Moses Lake City Council meeting.

April 12, 2013 6 a.m.

Boys and Girls Club breaks ground Saturday

MOSES LAKE - The Boys and Girls Clubs of the Columbia Basin soon will have a new clubhouse to host after-school activities.

April 12, 2013 6 a.m.

Lila Bell Barbre

Lila Bell Barbre passed away April 8, 2013 in her Ephrata home. She was born January 12, 1920 in Creston, WA, the second of five children to George and Amy (Simons) Bell. She was an alumna of Creston High School, the valedictorian of the class of 1937. She was a farm cook, a nanny, and during WWII, she worked at Fairchild Air Force Base installing gyros into the cockpits of fighter planes, working her way up to supervisor. She obtained a Master Mechanic license. She married James K. Barbre on February 14, 1946, eloping to Missoula, MT. She and Jim first settled in the Spokane Valley and raised her sister June's baby, Billy Depner, until he was 3. Their daughter, Julia, was born in 1951. In 1952, they moved to Soap Lake when Jim became his brother Verne's farm manager. Daughter Cherilyn and son James were born in Soap Lake in 1956 and 1958. In 1964, they bought the Dean Smith wheat farm, two sections of the best farmland west of Ephrata, and they moved to the old farm house in the middle of the wheat field. They farmed until retirement in 1976, when they moved into Ephrata.

April 12, 2013 6 a.m.

Water system purification is fundamental

This is the second of a multi-part series about preparing for spring camping.

April 12, 2013 6 a.m.

Cougar soccer dominates Kiona-Benton

Blanks Bears

WARDEN - Defense was the name of the game for the Cougars as Warden shut out Kiona-Benton 5-0 on the pitch at home Tuesday.

April 12, 2013 6 a.m.

The Fishin' Magician: Jameson Lake

There is a lot of good news for fans of fishing at Jameson Lake. The lake suffered from algae blooms for a couple of years and fishing was disappointing. This is one of the region's long-time favorites, and I have met families here that have been coming to Jameson for decades.

April 12, 2013 6 a.m.

Changes made to proposed helmet law

MOSES LAKE - A revised proposed ordinance requiring only bicyclists to wear helmets was met with mixed feelings by the Moses Lake City Council Tuesday evening.

April 12, 2013 6 a.m.

Othello tries to attract softball, baseball tournaments

OTHELLO - The Othello City Council approved 50 percent fee decreases to rent the Lions Park softball complex.

April 12, 2013 6 a.m.

75 years of service

The Grant County PUD is quietly celebrating its 75th anniversary this year by having its some 630 employees strive to volunteer 7,500 hours of community service.

April 12, 2013 6 a.m.

Chiefs tennis splits with Panthers

Girls win, boys lose

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake girls tennis made history at home Tuesday with their initial win over Wenatchee.

April 12, 2013 6 a.m.

Pizza for lucky GCDRP attendee

EPHRATA - One person who attends the Grant County Republican Party precinct committee officer meeting on April 25 at Time Out Pizza will get a free pizza.

April 12, 2013 6 a.m.

Patricia Lynn Nicks

Patricia Lynn Nicks, 52, passed away at Hospice House in Spokane Washington on Saturday, April 6, 2013. She was born on June 29, 1960, in Ephrata Washington and is the daughter of Richard Nicks and the late Doris Nicks. She was raised in Ephrata but later moved to Yakima, Wenatchee, Chewelah and her final years were spent living in Spokane Washington.

April 12, 2013 6 a.m.

Vacant property

One of the great mysteries is that there are buildings sitting vacant because of our current economy. Could it be that building owners are holding out to rent properties at too high a price?

April 11, 2013 6 a.m.

Rock Top draws crowds to opening weekend

MOSES LAKE - It didn't take long for word to get out that Rock Top Burgers & Brew in Moses Lake had officially opened its doors for business.

April 11, 2013 6 a.m.

Ephrata girls golf runner-up at Apple Tree

West Valley first

YAKIMA - Kendall Sage shot the best round of her career with an 84 and was the low round medalist in the first league match in the Central Washington Athletic Conference (CWAC) at the par 72 course at Apple Tree in Yakima Monday.

April 11, 2013 6 a.m.

Sandra Kay Zornes

Sandra Kay Zornes, 57 passed away on Wednesday, April 3, 2013 in Spokane, WA. at Regency at Northpoint nursing home. Sandra was born on June 16, 1955 in Moses Lake, WA and lived her entire life in West Lake and Moses Lake until her health took a turn for the worse in December 2012. Sandra was the daughter of Mel and Lois Zornes who were the original owners of Chico's Pizza Parlor. Sandra spent almost 30 years working at Chico's first for her parents then her oldest brother Richard Zornes. Sandra is survived by her brother David R. Zornes who lives in Elko, NV.

April 11, 2013 6 a.m.

David Elliott

David Elliott, 74, passed away April 6, 2013, in Spokane, WA.

April 11, 2013 6 a.m.

Moses Lake golf second in Wenatchee

Lose by 3 strokes

WENATCHEE - The Chiefs girls golf team got back in the swing of things after a week off for spring break with a second place finish in POD match No. 2 at the Wenatchee Golf and Country Club Monday.

April 11, 2013 6 a.m.

C. David Dombrausky "Big Dave"

C. David Dombrausky "Big Dave" died March 18, 2013 and went to be with his Heavenly Father. He was at his home with his mother Maureen, only survivor. David was working in sales at Peirone Produce for seventeen years. He owned Boyles Plaza in Moses Lake for five years, he was president of the farmers market, truck farmed in Mae Valley, and had two to three booths at the Farmers Markets. He worked too hard, treasured his friends, and knew many people and they remember him with love. He was a wonderful and thoughtful person. We loved him deeply. Memorial services will be held Saturday, April 13, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. at Thornhill Valley Chapel, 1400 S. Pines Rd., Spokane Valley, WA.

April 10, 2013 1 p.m.

Allied Arts annual auction to be held on Friday night

MOSES LAKE - The work of regional artists will be auctioned during the Columbia Basin Allied Arts' annual Art Soiree on Friday.

April 10, 2013 1 p.m.

SUPERIOR COURT, STATE OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF GRANT

In the Matter of the Estate of: JOSEPH R. FISHER, JR., deceased.

April 10, 2013 1 p.m.

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Sealed bids will be received by the Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County at Ephrata, Washington until 2:30 P.M. on April 24, 2013 for Supplying All-Aluminum Conductor as more fully described in Contract Documents 170-3544.

April 10, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Moses Lake Lionesses to open Space Burger booth April 19-21

MOSES LAKE – Space Burger fans will be able to purchase their favorite midway food at the Moses Lake Lioness Club booth at the Grant County Fairgrounds from April 19-21.

April 10, 2013 6:05 a.m.

'Children of Grace' moves to new facility

MOSES LAKE - Kids at the Children of Grace Preschool and Child Care Center now have more room to play.

April 10, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Alcohol Screening Day this Thursday

from 10am to 5pm at CBHA Clinics

MATTAWA - National Alcohol Screening Day is an outreach screening program that raises awareness about alcohol misuse and refers individuals with alcohol problems for further treatment. This is the 11th year of the program.

April 10, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Local athletes receive honors

Named to All-State teams

MOSES LAKE - Two standout Moses Lake Christian Academy basketball players received accolades last week for their stellar efforts over the 2012-13 season.

April 10, 2013 6 a.m.

Suspect crashes after short chase

MOSES LAKE - A short car chase in Moses Lake Saturday led to a three-vehicle collision when a man tried to escape police after allegedly stealing alcohol from Safeway.

April 10, 2013 6 a.m.

Lowell Layton

Lowell Layton, resident of Moses Lake since 1955, passed away at his home on Thursday morning, April 4, 2013 at the age of 90. Lowell was born, November 23, 1922 to James Myron and Sarah Layton, in Glenwood, Alberta, Canada, the second son of 7 children.

Helen M. Gower, 91, a resident of Moses Lake since the early 1950s was welcomed into heaven on Thursday, April 4, 2013. She was residing at Columbia Crest Care Facility with her daughter and friends at her side. Viewing will be from noon to 5 pm., Tuesday, April 9, 2013 at Kayser's Chapel and from 9 to 9:30, Wednesday, April 10 at the Church of Christ. Services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, April 10, 2013 at the Church of Christ, 808 E. Sharon Ave. with Micah Powless, officiating. Interment will follow at Pioneer Memorial 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.

April 10, 2013 6 a.m.

Your password not your employer's business

OLYMPIA - There is an old saying in politics that sometimes the law has to catch up with technology.

April 10, 2013 6 a.m.

Moses Lake father allegedly assaults baby

MOSES LAKE - A 4-month-old Moses Lake girl was hospitalized Sunday after her father allegedly assaulted her in an effort to keep her quiet, according to a Moses Lake police statement issued Monday.

April 10, 2013 6 a.m.

Moses Lake man hurt in car-truck crash

GEORGE - A Moses Lake man was hurt 10 miles west of George on the freeway on March 28 when the car he was driving collided with a truck driven by a Soap Lake man.

April 10, 2013 6 a.m.

Quincy girl competes for international award

MOSES LAKE - Quincy teen Meg Hirai is one of 28 girls from around the world nominated for a prestigious award presented by the Soroptimist International organization. The winners of the Violet Richardson Award, which recognizes teen girls who work to make their communities better, will be announced in May.

April 10, 2013 6 a.m.

No decision on trying Moses Lake boy as adult

14-year-old accused of shooting parents

EPHRATA - A date may be set May 6 for a hearing to determine whether a 14-year-old Moses Lake boy who allegedly shot his mother and father should be tried as an adult.

April 10, 2013 6 a.m.

Maybe memory is first to go

I grabbed ESPN, the magazine, and sat down for my usual 10 minute wait for Dr. Edgerly, and immediately an assistant called my name.

April 9, 2013 1 p.m.

STATE OF WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CHANGE/TRANSFER OF WATER RIGHT UNDER ONE (1) GROUNDWATER CLAIM

APPLICATION FOR A COUNTY ROAD

April 9, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Sandhill Crane Festival draws thousands to Basin

Birding enthusiasts come from as far away as Ireland

OTHELLO - The annual spring migration of Sandhill Cranes through Othello draws bird enthusiasts from around the country, as well as from around the world.

April 9, 2013 6 a.m.

Phylis "Janae" White

Janae White, 54, beloved and admired by all, passed away after a 3 ? year battle with brain cancer at her home in Rock Island, Washington, April 2, 2013. She was born August 15, 1958 to Wallace Elmo Bergeson and Martha Louise Leavitt in Moses Lake, Washington. She worked hard to develop her many talents which she utilized in blessing the lives of those around her. She easily established lifelong friendships with all who met her. One of her greatest blessings was marrying Calvin G. White on August 5, 1978, in the Manti Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, for time and for all eternity. They loved and helped each other for 34 years as together they built a legacy of family, church, business, and service to others.

April 9, 2013 6 a.m.

Man's body found, suicide suspected

MOSES LAKE – The body of a man was found Monday afternoon, April 1, near the Moses Lake Sand Dunes, and evidence at the scene suggests the man may have committed suicide. ?

April 9, 2013 6 a.m.

David L. Taylor, 76, of Ephrata passed away at his home on April 2, 2013.

April 9, 2013 6 a.m.

Vets to celebrate birthday

YAKIMA - The U.S. Submarine Veterans of Central and Eastern Washington will host a party celebrating the 113th Birthday of the U.S. Submarine Force on Saturday, April 13.

April 9, 2013 6 a.m.

Soap Lake project may be delayed

SOAP LAKE - The highly anticipated redevelopment project of downtown Soap Lake could be pushed back due to the city's sewer problems.

April 9, 2013 6 a.m.

Warden soccer defeats Mabton

Alba scores three goals

MABTON - Orlando Alba recorded a hat trick and Osbaldo Alba had 4 saves in a 3-1 victory over the Vikings on the pitch in Mabton Saturday.

April 9, 2013 6 a.m.

Patricia Ann Havens

Patricia Ann Havens, 88, a resident of Royal City since 1979 left her earthly home to be with her Heavenly Father on April 3, 2013. Funeral services will be held at 11:00, Saturday, April 13, 2013 at Monroe United Methodist Church, 342 South Lewis, Monroe, Washington. Inurnment will follow at Floral Hills Cemetery in Lynnwood. Please sign the on-line guestbook or leave a note for family at www.kayserschapel.com. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory, Moses Lake.

April 9, 2013 6 a.m.

Soap Lake citizen honored by fire dept.

Maynard Hagen receives standing ovation from council

SOAP LAKE - The Soap Lake Fire Department, facing extinction earlier this year, is now not only surviving but is completely reorganized, thanks in part to a local resident whose dedication was recognized by department officers at Wednesday's Soap Lake City Council meeting

April 9, 2013 2 a.m.

Quincy school bus involved in collision

QUINCY — The Grant County Sheriff’s Office is reporting an injury collision involving a Quincy School District bus and a passenger vehicle.

April 8, 2013 9 p.m.

Moses Lake businessman elected to aeronautic group

MOSES LAKE- Sonico Inc. Vice-President Jim Perdue will serve as vice-president of the Aeronautical Repair Station Association (ARSA), a group that represents more than 4,200 domestic and international repair stations.

Abbreviated Legal: LT 14 BLK 6A SUNLAND EST DIV 2., GRANT CO., WA

April 8, 2013 1 p.m.

Big Bend hires volleyball coach

Former OHS graduate

April 8, 2013 6 a.m.

Sand dunes death ruled as suicide

MOSES LAKE- The death of a 46-year-old man near the Moses Lake sand dunes Monday has been ruled a suicide.

April 8, 2013 6 a.m.

Do you think Moses Lake noise laws should be more lenient on local businesses?

April 7, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Lisa Villegas living dream with The Seed Cupboard

ROYAL CITY - Lisa Villegas has dreamed of owning a plant nursery for as long as she can remember, and now she has one.

April 7, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Red Rock sweeps college bowl at Math is Cool

ROYAL CITY - There were mixed results for Royal's Red Rock Elementary fifth-grade team at the Math is Cool competition at Wenatchee on March 15.

April 7, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Moses Lake Mini Golf opens today

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake businessman R.J. McFadden remembers spending a lot of time at the former Skyline Miniature Golf Course while growing up.

April 7, 2013 6 a.m.

EHS hosts party for 100th class

Former students, teachers, administrators, aides, friends invited

EPHRATA - Next year marks the 100th anniversary of Ephrata High School's first graduating class and an alumni committee is holding a "launch party" April 12.

April 7, 2013 6 a.m.

Dog license fair set at Quincy

QUINCY - The City of Quincy and Quincy Animal Shelter are holding a dog licensing fair on April 11 from 12-5 p.m.

April 7, 2013 6 a.m.

Moses Lake man charged for meth possession

EPHRATA - A Moses Lake man was arrested March 27 after reportedly leading Moses Lake police on a chase before being apprehended.

April 6, 2013 6:05 a.m.

INET cracks down on heroin use

GRANT COUNTY - It's called "chasing the dragon" and it's become the number one drug problem in Grant County.

April 6, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Nat. Guard off-road vehicle training Saturday

MOSES LAKE - The Army National Guard Ephrata-based 1161st Transportation company is providing a training certification course for soldiers Saturday at the Moses Lake sand dunes.

April 6, 2013 6 a.m.

Fresh News from MarDon

Trout action has been reported from many seep lakes below O'Sullivan Dam this past week. All lakes in our area now open except for Warden Lake which opens April 27, 2013.

April 6, 2013 6 a.m.

Charles F. Verrall

Charles F. Verrall, 71, of Moses Lake passed away Tuesday, April 2, 2013 in Samaritan Healthcare. Charles was born April 29, 1941 in Anacortes, WA to Victor and Elsa (Bachof) Verrall.

April 6, 2013 6 a.m.

Crane Festival held in Othello this weekend

The Othello Sandhill Crane Festival marks 16 years of existence this year. Wow, congrats to all who work on this educational event.

April 6, 2013 6 a.m.

Boy suffers head injury in motorcycle crash

QUINCY - A 16 year old Quincy boy was hospitalized in critical condition on Monday, April 1. after crashing his motorcycle near George. ?

April 6, 2013 6 a.m.

Kathy Rae Dalhaug

Kathy Rae Dalhaug, 48, longtime Warden resident died in her home Sunday, March 24, 2013 in Warden. She was born July 13, 1964 in Sunnyside, WA to James Kyle Adkins and Norma Rae Cox.

April 6, 2013 6 a.m.

It's Daedalian Scholarship time again

OK, we went through this last year at this time, but it is appropriate we again inform readers. As you read this, remember one of last year's scholarship winners was from Moses Lake and the $1,000 scholarship was matched by the national Organization of Daedalians.

April 6, 2013 6 a.m.

Victim advocates ride along

EPHRATA - Victim advocates from New Hope Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services began ride-alongs on March 22 with Grant County Sheriff's Deputies in a partnership designed to help victims and enhance prevention efforts.

Lot 5, block 1, johnson's 4th addition to quincy, according to the plat thereof recorded in volume 3 of plats, page 2, records of Grant county, Washington, except the south 10 feet thereof. Commonly known as: 514 G Street Se Quincy Wa 98848

April 5, 2013 1 p.m.

Notice of Application and Proposed MDNS

Notice is hereby given that a Building Permit application and SEPA Checklist received by Grant County on March 29, 2013 from Gerald Brown (Golden West Farms) (Designated Contact: Jamie Washburn – Teton West of WA, LLC, 5802 N Industrial Way STE A, Pasco, WA 99301), were found to be technically complete on April 02, 2013.

April 5, 2013 1 p.m.

Host families sought for JATP students

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake-area residents are being invited to participate in the Japanese Agricultural Training Program (JATP) by giving the new arrivals a taste of America - literally, through a home-cooked meal, and figuratively, through a few outings around town.

April 5, 2013 1 p.m.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

LOT 17, BLOCK 1, SUNRISE ADDITION, AS PER PLAT RECORDED IN VOLUME 6 OF PLATS, PAGE 21, RECORDS OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON. More commonly known as: 4260 STAR DRIVE NORTHEAST, MOSES LAKE, WA 98837

April 5, 2013 1 p.m.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

5511 ROAD 4 NE, MOSES LAKE, WA 98837

April 5, 2013 6 a.m.

Ephrata teen arrested after car chase

EPHRATA - A 15-year-old boy was arrested Monday after leading police on a chase throughout Ephrata before being apprehended at his home.

April 5, 2013 6 a.m.

Hazardous waste collected next month

Registration closes April 26

MOSES LAKE - Business and agencies will have the opportunity to dispose of small amounts of hazardous waste during Grant County Solid Waste's Small Business Hazardous Waste Collection Event next month.

April 5, 2013 6 a.m.

Fundraiser planned to support medical mission to serve Africa

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Medical Team is holding a "Night to Remember" fundraiser April 27 to raise money for medications a supplies for a medical mission to Nigeria.

Abbreviated Legal: West 62 ft of lot 8, Blk 2 of Stadium Park Addition to Pasco

In re the matter of the estate of: LESTER OWEN MARTENS, Deceased.

April 4, 2013 1 p.m.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

LOT 15, LOVIISA FARMS II, PHASE 4, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME "D" OF PLATS, PAGE 289, RECORDS OF FRANKLIN COUNTY, WASHINGTON. More commonly known as: 4007 GALWAY LANE, PASCO, WA 99301-9263

April 4, 2013 1 p.m.

BBCC baseball splits with Walla Walla

1-5 in league play

MOSES LAKE - Vikings baseball resumed play with a twin bill at home against Walla Walla Community College (WWCC) Wednesday.

April 4, 2013 1 p.m.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY

THE STATE OF WASHINGTON TO THE SAID DEFENDANTS JOHN P. SCHROEDER AND JANE DOE SCHROEDER; ALSO ALL OTHER PERSONS OR PARTIES UNKNOWN CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE, ESTATE, LIEN, OR INTEREST IN THE REAL ESTATE DESCRIBED IN THE COMPLAINT HEREIN; WILSON CREEK GRANGE NO. 935:

April 4, 2013 1 p.m.

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON

In the Matter of the Estate Of TERUKO RATCLIFF, Deceased.

April 4, 2013 1 p.m.

PLANNING COMMISSION VACANCY FRANKLIN COUNTY

Franklin County is seeking letters of interest (applications) for (1) vacancy on the Franklin County Planning Commission.

April 4, 2013 8:21 a.m.

Local Bands

April 4, 2013 8:13 a.m.

Music lessions

We offer lessons from experienced professionals. Contact us for more information.

April 4, 2013 7:37 a.m.

Repair

Your light, routine services and your complete engine overhauls are safe in our hands. We aren't the biggest company around but think we are one of the best. I've been operating for 15 years with several years experience and training prior to opening. We specialize in the repair and maintenance of farm equipment, medium duty and heavy duty trucks and trailers. We are ready to come to you if you are not able to come to us. ASE Certified, member of the Better Business Bureau and TRAW.

April 4, 2013 7:33 a.m.

Pick Up & Recycle Junk Vehicles

All fluids are properly recycled or disposed of in accordance with the

April 4, 2013 7:32 a.m.

Towing at all times

Our shop is prepared to give you towing services that'll help you get out of any stressful road situation. Have you run out of gas? We can help. Dead battery? Give us a call. Whether you've got a flat or been locked out of your car, we're the place that can help you out.

April 4, 2013 6:41 a.m.

Moses Lake Music

April 4, 2013 6:05 a.m.

MLIRD sponsors kids fishing derby April 13

Free event for children 5 to 14 years of age

MOSES LAKE - Basin youth should start dusting off their fishing gear in preparation for next weekend's Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation Columbia Basin Kid's Fishing Derby.

April 4, 2013 6 a.m.

Irwin (Irv) Gustav Toler

Irwin (Irv) Gustav Toler, 94, went to be with his Lord and Savior Tuesday, March 26, 2013, at his home outside Soap Lake, Wash. He was born January 28, 1919, in Winchester, Wash., and moved to Whatcom County in 1926. He graduated from Mt. Baker High School in 1938, and attended his 74th class reunion there in September 2012. He served in the Army in the South Pacific during WWII and lived in the Ephrata/Soap Lake area since 1946 where he farmed, worked, and hunted (his 3 favorite things but not in that order).

April 4, 2013 6 a.m.

10 compete in Distinguished Young Women program

MOSES LAKE - Ten high school juniors will compete for the title of Distinguished Young Woman of Moses Lake and for college scholarship money later this month.

April 4, 2013 6 a.m.

Wanapum topic of society lunch

EPHRATA - The past, present and future of the Wanapum people will be the lecture topic at the April luncheon of the Grant County Historical Society.

April 4, 2013 6 a.m.

Lucille V. O'Leary Halpin

April 4, 2013 6 a.m.

Victim advocates ride with deputies

EPHRATA – Victim advocates from New Hope Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services began ride-alongs on March 22 with Grant County Sheriff’s Deputies in a partnership designed to help victims and enhance prevention efforts. ?

April 4, 2013 6 a.m.

Youth, 16, in critical condition after motorcycle crash

GEORGE - A 16-year-old Quincy boy remains in critical condition at an area hospital after crashing his dirt bike Monday afternoon while riding on private property near George.

April 4, 2013 6 a.m.

Body found near Sand Dunes

Possible suicide

MOSES LAKE - The body of a man was found near the Moses Lake Sand Dunes Monday afternoon. Evidence at the scene suggests the man may have committed suicide, according to the Grant County Sheriff's Office.

April 4, 2013 6 a.m.

Ephrata woman pleads guilty to child abuse case

EPHRATA - An Ephrata woman was sentenced to one year in the Grant County Jail after allegedly leaving her son with her then-boyfriend, whom she knew was hitting the child.

April 3, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Holmquist Newbry decries tax proposal

OLYMPIA - Gov. Jay Inslee's proposed $1.2 billion in new taxes in the next two years has Sen. Janéa Holmquist Newbry asking what happened to his promise to avoid tax increases.

April 3, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Molahiettes snag 3 state titles in Yakima

MOSES LAKE- When they're not in class, members of the Moses Lake High School drill team are busy racking up state championship titles.

April 3, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Knights, Cougars split doubleheader

ROYAL CITY - Royal High School and Warden High School split a South Central A Conference East baseball doubleheader at Royal Saturday, and both teams remain in the race for the top.

April 3, 2013 6 a.m.

Dale A. Durbin

Dale A. Durbin, 79, a resident of Moses Lake since 1950 passed away Friday, March 29, 2013 at home surrounded by loving family. Family and friends will gather for a Celebration of Dale's Life on Saturday, April 6, 2013 at Danny's Tavern from noon to 3 p.m. 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.

April 3, 2013 6 a.m.

ROYAL SCHOOL BOND

April 3, 2013 6 a.m.

For future heir, cut is a deep one

GUEST EDITORIAL

WASHINGTON - As much as we like to think our relationships can't be defined by money, it happens.

April 3, 2013 6 a.m.

Quincy teenager allegedly in fight, charged as adult

EPHRATA - A 17-year-old Quincy youth is being charged as an adult for his alleged involvement in a fight in which a pregnant teenage girl was reportedly beaten with a board.

April 3, 2013 6 a.m.

Dale Laverne Swanstrom

October 18, 1929 ~ March 27, 2013

April 3, 2013 6 a.m.

Tony "The Guitar Man" Reino, Sr.

Tony "The Guitar Man" Reino, Sr., 53, of Moses Lake, WA died in his home Tuesday, March 26, 2013. Tony was born March 26, 1960 in San Lucy District, of the Tohono O'odham Nation, Arizona to Antone Reino Sr. and Lupe (Celaya) Reino.

April 3, 2013 6 a.m.

Sandhill Crane Festival returns to Othello

OTHELLO - The return of Sandhill cranes to central Washington means the Sandhill Crane Festival is getting ready to start in Othello. The community is preparing to host the festival featuring guest speakers, tours and activities.

MOSES LAKE - McCosh Park hosted the Moses Lake Lions Club's Easter egg hunt over the weekend and parents, children and community members came out in droves to celebrate on a sunny Saturday.

April 2, 2013 6 a.m.

Chiefs baseball drops twin bill

6-2 overall

MOSES LAKE - Two 1-run losses to Mead at Larson Field Saturday ended the Chiefs six game win streak.

April 2, 2013 6 a.m.

Freshman crowned Miss Warden 2013

WARDEN - The crowd inside Warden Elementary was hushed as the results for the Miss Warden pageant were waiting to be announced. The four contestants Madison Kilmer, 17, Betty Backell, 16, Rachell Backell, 15, and Levi Guerra, 16, stood nervously on stage waiting to possibly hear their name called.

SEAL COAT PROJECT – 2013

April 1, 2013 1 p.m.

PORT OF MOSES LAKE

REQUEST FOR QUOTATIONS FOR JANITORIAL SERVICES

April 1, 2013 1 p.m.

TVCC takes two from BBCC

Vikings 0-4 in conference play

MOSES LAKE - A pair of set backs at home to Treasure Valley Community College Saturday has the Big Bend Community College (BBCC) Vikings off to an 0-4 start in Northwest Athletic Association of Community Colleges (NWAACC) East Region standings.

April 1, 2013 12:53 p.m.