Stories for August 2013

August 31, 2013 11:26 a.m.

Lopez, Carleton take honors

at 2-man scramble

ROYAL CITY - Oscar Lopez and John Carleton shot a 67 to take first place gross in the Dog Days of Summer 2-man scramble at Royal Golf Course on Aug. 17.

August 31, 2013 6 a.m.

Doug Horn, the new owner of Basin Meats, donated 500 ground meat bags to the Moses Lake Food Bank to use when salvaging wild game. Volunteers respond to Fish and Wildlife request to help salvage any big game animal, but usually deer.

August 31, 2013 6 a.m.

Eulas "Bill" William Watson

Eulas "Bill" William Watson born July 11, 1936, passed away peacefully in his home on August 22, 2013. Bill was born in Burnett, AR to Lenzie and Ruth Watson. The family moved to Moses Lake, WA and settled there in 1945. Bill was a truck driver for most of his adult life and later met the love of his life Marlene V. Dinsdale, the two wed in 1993. After retiring from his trucking career Bill spent the rest of his life with his wife, tending to his horses, ridding in the back country with his brother Dick Watson, enjoying his coffee visits with his brother Leon Watson, and joining his sister Shirley Rorick and niece Tameara Johnson in an occasional movie at the local theater. He also spent much of his time enjoying his blended family, children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews.

August 31, 2013 6 a.m.

Fresh news from MarDon

The Yearly MarDon Resort Yard Sale is coming up!

August 31, 2013 6 a.m.

No, Grandpa Jake was not on Noah's Ark

August 31, 2013 6 a.m.

Fishin' Magician: Dave Graybill

One of the newspapers I write for, the Columbia Basin Herald, is a Hagadone newspaper, and they provide me with a couple of night lodging at the Coeur d' Alene Resort every year. I have always enjoyed staying here, just hanging out, but had never gone in the summer.

August 31, 2013 6 a.m.

Columbia Basin Herald closed for Labor Day

No paper Monday because of holiday

MOSES LAKE - The Columbia Basin Herald's Moses Lake office is closed Monday for the Labor Day holiday.

FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FOR EMERGENCY SPILL RESPONSE, TRAINING AND CONSULTING SERVICES

August 30, 2013 1 p.m.

NOTICE: ANNOUNCEMENT OF AVAILABILITY OF DRAFT PERMIT

AstaReal Technologies has applied for a 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).

August 30, 2013 12:58 p.m.

Pack's Moving

Pack's Moving! If you refer a friend. We'll give you and your referral up to 50$ apiece!!

August 30, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Sage Point students treated to new experiences on first day of school

Summer comes to an end

MOSES LAKE - There are certain procedures and traditions on the first day of school.

August 30, 2013 6 a.m.

Reader thinks World Series lacked audience and advertising

Last week several communities from around the country packed up their precious cargo of outstanding 14 year old ballplayers. Accompanied by family and friends they journeyed to a little known place called Moses Lake. I'm sure they were filled with excitement and anticipation. After all, these were the all stars of the all stars ready to compete in the Babe Ruth World Series! How often does that happen in a lifetime?

August 30, 2013 6 a.m.

Kudos to the Grant County Fair

With a 58 percent increase in attendance at the Grant County Fair, we think kudos are in order. Fair organizers should be credited for pulling off such a great event we can all be proud of.

FRANKLIN COUNTY - Authorities are asking the public for help in finding a Moses Lake woman wanted in Franklin County.

August 30, 2013 6 a.m.

Different strategy, same results

GUEST EDITORIAL

Sealed Bids will be received by the Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County at Ephrata, Washington until 2:30 P.M. on September 18, 2013 for Supplying SF6 Live Tank Circuit Breakers and Support Structures as more fully described in Contract Documents 170-3669.

August 29, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Meat plant for small producers open

ODESSA - A meat processing plant dedicated to small livestock producers has opened in Odessa after five years of planning and waiting.

August 29, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Royal Slope rail line set to serve shippers

ROYAL CITY – After much determination and accompanying hard work, the Port of Royal Slope’s goal of providing rail service to its tenants is finally within reach.

August 29, 2013 6:05 a.m.

August 29, 2013 6 a.m.

Students urged to finish GED test by December

Students who don't finish will start over, pay fee again

MOSES LAKE - With a new GED test coming in January, students who are taking the test must be done by Dec. 31, or they will have to start over and pay the fee a second time, according to Big Bend Community College officials.

August 29, 2013 6 a.m.

Howard Holland

Howard Holland passed away on August 25, 2013 at Lakeridge Care Center with his wife Doris at his side. Please sign the online guestbook at www.kayserschapel.com Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory.

August 29, 2013 6 a.m.

Day Break - Adult Day Care interview

August 28, 2013 1 p.m.

STATE OF WASHINGTON

Irrigated Agricultural/Orchard or Vineyard Leases Offered at Public Auction

August 28, 2013 1 p.m.

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS

ADAMS ROAD OVERLAY PROJECT – CRP 13-01 & 13-08

August 28, 2013 1 p.m.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

LOTS 7 TO 12, INCLUSIVE, BLOCK 4, PIERCE & MCGRATH FIRST ADDITION TO THE TOWN OF EPHRATA, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 1 OF PLATS, PAGE 39, RECORDS OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON, TOGETHER WITH THE VACATED ALLEY ADJACENT TO LOT 12. IN GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON

August 28, 2013 1 p.m.

SUMMONS (Family Law)

NOTICE TO RESPONDENT (Name): Jesse Moreno

August 28, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Crews moving to new school transportation center

Move could begin as early as this weekend, but date still undetermined

MOSES LAKE - Buses could be moving to the Moses Lake School District's new transportation center as early as this weekend. District Transportation Director John Eschenbacher said that's not a guarantee, but either way, parents shouldn't notice any difference.

August 28, 2013 6 a.m.

Weather causes outages

EPHRATA - An estimated 6,500 Grant PUD customers were without power Sunday night because of a storm in the area, agency spokesperson Tom Stredwick said Monday.

August 28, 2013 6 a.m.

Town hall planned

for Desert Aire Community

DESERT AIRE - Grant County Sheriff Tom Jones will host a town hall meeting on tonight at 7 p.m. in Desert Aire.

August 28, 2013 6 a.m.

Whittle finds success on the fairway

MOSES LAKE - It's not often a Moses Lake native can say they have something in common with Tiger Woods, but Cameron Whittle has unique bragging rights because of his love of golf.

August 28, 2013 6 a.m.

4 injured in crash near Othello

OTHELLO - Four people, including three children, were injured Monday in a four-vehicle crash on state Route 17 near Othello.

August 28, 2013 6 a.m.

Different strategy, same results

GUEST EDITORIAL

There's an old saying, "There's more than one way to catch a cat." It means, if you don't succeed one way, try again using a different strategy.

August 28, 2013 6 a.m.

Walter A. Garren

Another hero, Walter A. Garren, 63, a retired Air Force Master Sergeant passed away August 21, 2013 after heroically battling four bouts of cancer. Viewing will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday, August 27th and from 8:30 to 10 a.m., Wednesday, August 28th at Kayser's Chapel of Memories. Services with full Military Honors will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, August 28th at Kayser's Chapel. A reception will follow at the Catholic Church Fatima Center, 200 N. Dale Road, 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.

August 28, 2013 6 a.m.

ROYAL SCHOOL

Welcome to a new year at Royal High

Royal High School will be starting the 2013-2014 school year today, Wednesday, Aug. 28. There will be a few new faces in the halls of Royal High School this upcoming year.

August 28, 2013 6 a.m.

Did your home or business lose power because of Sunday's storm?

August 27, 2013 1 p.m.

RMS slates open house

ROYAL CITY - Royal Middle School parents will have a chance to meet new teachers and re-acquaint themselves with existing ones at the annual open house on Sept. 3.

August 27, 2013 1 p.m.

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS

N-NE/SE ROAD & STRATFORD ROAD OVERLAY PROJECT – CRP 13-09 & 12-08

August 27, 2013 8:44 a.m.

Ready, set, run!

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake Parks and Recreation recently announced they are offering a “character-building running program,” called Ready, Set, Run! The curriculum-based, nine-week program will cover issues like enhancing confidence and self-esteem, respecting authority, dealing with peer pressure and fueling bodies with proper nutrition. Lessons will be concluded at a 5k fun run in Soap Lake Nov. 2. The program is open to children ages 8 to 12.

August 27, 2013 7:58 a.m.

CBH Social icons

Abbreviated Legal: Lt 1, Fat Cat Short Plat

August 26, 2013 6:05 a.m.

August 24, 2013 6 a.m.

Ken Murray is new Ephrata Middle School principal

Ephrata grad, teacher comes back as EMS principal

EPHRATA - There wasn't any hesitation when Ken Murray heard they were looking for a new principal at Ephrata Middle School.

TO THE DEFENDANTS Unknown Heirs and Devisees of Willis J. Quinlivan, Sr.; Unknown Heirs and Devisees of Shirley Ann Quinlivan; John Quinlivan; Occupants of the Premises; and any persons or parties claiming to have any right, title, estate, lien or interest in the real property described in the complaint:

August 23, 2013 1 p.m.

SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON

In The Matter Of The Estate: LLOYD R. HAISCH, Deceased

August 23, 2013 1 p.m.

Mattawa CommUnity Days slated for weekend

MATTAWA – The annual Mattawa Comm “Unity” Days will be held this weekend, kicking off with activities for children on Friday evening.

August 23, 2013 10:29 a.m.

The 2013-2014 school year is starting soon. Are you ready for it?

August 23, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Chiefs out of Babe Ruth World Series

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake 14-year-old Chiefs were unable to complete a seventh inning rally and fell to Jasper, Ind. 9-6 Wednesday night at Larson Playfield.

August 23, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Manweller, Holmquist Newbry discuss session

MOSES LAKE - Sen. Janéa Holmquist Newbry and Rep. Matt Manweller addressed a packed house Tuesday, both pleased with the results of the legislative session despite the additional time spent in Olympia.

August 23, 2013 6 a.m.

Is CO2 really the target?

GUEST EDITORIAL

August 23, 2013 6 a.m.

Fishin' Magician: Dave Graybill

I spent the early evening fly fishing on the Icicle River, and had a great time. The river is very low and easy to wade, and the later it gets the hungrier the fish seem to be. I started around 5 p.m. in on one of my favorite stretches and got just a few takes. When I moved down stream to another hole, about an hour later, I got plenty of action. I started with a Stimulator and found I had much better luck on a Parachute Adams. Later in the evening I even had good action on the Royal Coachman Trude. One thing that I find effective is to allow my fly to sink and then raise my rod tip and skip and slide the fly back to me. The small trout will chase it down and smack it. It's fun to see and works sometimes when they won't hit something floating in the current. Anglers should be able to get the same experience on the Entiat River above the Falls, on the Twist River and the Methow, where much larger trout are available. Anglers who want to try this better get with it. When the temperatures drop in the early fall, the trout in these small streams go dormant.

OTHELLO - Motorists traveling along state Route 17 have a new place to refuel, stock up on snacks and stretch their legs.

August 23, 2013 6 a.m.

Reader wants to thank the 4H youth

As volunteers for the last six years at the Eagles Food Booth at the Grant County Fair we would like to thank the 4H youth for their great manners, respect and courtesy.

August 23, 2013 6 a.m.

Motorcycle fundraiser for Quincy hospital

"Crusin' 4 Care" to raise money for new ultrasound equipment at QVMC

QUINCY - Registration is open for the first "Crusin' 4 Care" fundraising motorcycle ride, scheduled for Sept. 14. Riders will be raising money for a new ulstrasound machine and upgrades to the radiology department at Quincy Valley Medical Center.

ORDINANCE NO. 13-03

August 22, 2013 9:43 a.m.

Ephrata High School celebrates 50-year reunion

EPHRATA — Ephrata High School alumni are welcome to visit with the EHS Class of 1963 at their 50-year reunion. The reunion celebration will be held Sept. 6-8, according to a recent announcement. All EHS alumni are welcome to stop by Sept. 7 in the afternoon or after 8 p.m., with a special invitation extended to EHS and Big Bend Community College classmates of 1961-1965.

August 22, 2013 9 a.m.

West Nile virus found in Grant County

Infected mosquito found southwest of Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE — Grant County residents are being advised to take precautions when outside in mosquito-infected areas. Tests have found mosquitoes with West Nile virus in an area about seven miles southwest of Moses Lake.

August 22, 2013 8:03 a.m.

Moses Lake out of Babe Ruth World Series

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake 14-year-old Chiefs were unable to complete a seventh inning rally and fell to Jasper, Ind. 9-6 Wednesday night at Larson Playfield.

August 22, 2013 7:21 a.m.

MOSES LAKE - Five people were injured when an Ephrata driver attempted to make a U-turn on state Route 17 near Moses Lake and was struck by another vehicle.

TO: Guillermo Herrera, a single man and to Beatriz Herrera, a single woman; to any occupants of the property; and to all other persons or entities claiming an interest in the subject property.

August 21, 2013 1 p.m.

LEGAL NOTICE

Call for Bids: The Board of Directors for the Royal School District No. 160 will receive bids for gasoline and diesel fuel to be used from September 1, 2013 to August 31, 2014.

August 21, 2013 6:05 a.m.

August 21, 2013 6 a.m.

Program, staff cuts at Job Corps

Moses Lake site will continue to offer 10 training programs

MOSES LAKE - The welding program and some staff positions are being eliminated at Columbia Basin Job Corps, with staff cuts starting this month.

August 21, 2013 6 a.m.

Driver faces more charges in Moses Lake man's death

EPHRATA - A California man now faces murder and assault charges for his alleged involvement in the July 18 crash near Quincy that killed a Moses Lake man.

August 21, 2013 6 a.m.

Is CO2 really the target?

GUEST EDITORIAL

Environmental activists claim they want to reduce production of greenhouse gases such as carbon dioxide. If so, they're going about it in a very strange way.

August 21, 2013 6 a.m.

Charles A. Panerio

Charles A. Panerio, 75, of Ephrata, Washington, passed away on August 16, 2013.

August 21, 2013 6 a.m.

Lois Helene Larson

Lois Helene Larson, of Moses Lake, passed away on Saturday, August 10, 2013 at Summerwood Alzheimer Special Care Center in Moses Lake. Lois was born March 9, 1931 in Yakima, WA to the late Ralph & Margaret Corbin. They moved to Moses Lake in 1947 where her parents owned and operated the first Bible book store. Lois attended Prairie Bible Institute in Three Hills Alberta, Canada. Soon after graduation, she met Howard who was working in Moses Lake and they were married Dec. 29, 1951. Mick joined their family in 1961 and brought much joy to their lives. Lois was a talented musician and loved children and freely shared these gifts in the churches where she and Howard served. They were one of the original founders of the Moses Lake Alliance Church from its inception in 1976 and she served faithfully as the organist and served in the children's department until her health no longer allowed her to do so. She was instrumental in bringing the Child Evangelism Fellowship to Grant County. Lois and Howard worked with CEF for over 60 years and spent many hours teaching at the Story Barn at the Grant County Fair. Many children were introduced to the Lord as their forever friend through the loving teaching of Lois. In later years, she worked as an educational assistant at the Moses Lake School District. Lois was a loving and compassionate person to her family, as well as to all who knew her. She was a mighty prayer warrior for anyone who was in need. She is survived by her husband, Howard, her son Michael Larson, granddaughter, Natasha Carswell, and great grandson Damien Hamilton, and a host of cousins. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that contributions be made to Child Evangelism Fellowship, 800 Orondo Street, Wenatchee, WA 98801. A memorial service will be held at the Moses Lake Alliance Church, 1100 N. Grape Drive on Monday, August 19, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. with refreshments to follow. Please the online guestbook at www.kayserschapel.com Arrangements in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory.

August 21, 2013 6 a.m.

Donald A. Dunbar

Donald A. Dunbar, 87, of Ephrata, Washington, passed away on Sunday, August 18, 2013 at Columbia Basin Hospital in Ephrata.

August 20, 2013 1 p.m.

Notice of Application

PROJECT: The cutting and filling of approximately 50,000 cubic yards of earth for the purpose of creating an approximately 5.5-million gallon irrigation water retention pond on an 11.5-acre parcel in the Agriculture zoning district of Grant County.

August 20, 2013 1 p.m.

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS

Sealed bids, plainly marked “BID FOR N-NE/SE ROAD & STRATFORD ROAD OVERLAY PROJECT, CRP 13-09 & 12-08”, 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, September 3, 2013 and will then and there be opened and publicly read for the construction of the improvements.

August 20, 2013 1 p.m.

LEGAL NOTICE

INVITATION to BID

August 20, 2013 1 p.m.

LEGAL NOTICE

Call for Bids: The Board of Directors for the Royal School District No. 160 will receive bids for gasoline and diesel fuel to be used from September 1, 2013 to August 31, 2014.

August 20, 2013 8:49 a.m.

Moses Lake beats Baxter Springs, 6-5

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake 14-year-old Chiefs secured their first win of the Babe Ruth World Series Monday.

August 20, 2013 7:51 a.m.

Woman runs from Police, Hits self with Truck

August 20, 2013 6:05 a.m.

River Dogs fall to 1-2 at World Series

COVINGTON COUNTY, Ala. - After a strong start to the Babe Ruth 16-18 World Series the Columbia Basin River Dogs face a must-win game today against Gulf Coast, Ala.

August 20, 2013 6:05 a.m.

George, Washington Bluegrass Festival coming up next month

GEORGE - The annual George, Washington Bluegrass Festival has been scheduled for September 16-22 in the George Community Park.

August 20, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Conviction upheld for ML woman who fled from police

SPOKANE - The conviction of a Moses Lake woman who ran herself over following a police pursuit was upheld in the State Court of Appeals recently.

August 20, 2013 6 a.m.

Commissioners to meet with Gorge operators

EPHRATA - Grant County commissioners will meet Tuesday with representatives of Live Nation, owners of the Gorge Amphitheater in George. The meting was prompted by a letter from the commissioners of Grant County Fire District No. 3, expressing concern about some operations at the site. That included a concert that required response from all the ambulances in Quincy, as well as about a dozen fire personnel, the morning of June 30.

August 20, 2013 6 a.m.

Summer's work pays off, in cash, at stock sale

Bidding lively for 4-H, FFA, open competitors' fair animals

MOSES LAKE - All summer long kids throughout Grant County are feeding and watering a fair animal, training and spending time with it. All that work is designed to prepare the animal and exhibitor for the week of the Grant County Fair.

August 20, 2013 6 a.m.

Man drowns in Quincy Lakes

QUINCY - A Grant County man, believed to be about 75, drowned Sunday in Quincy Lakes about seven miles southwest of Quincy.

August 20, 2013 6 a.m.

ML dog shooting case reverses

SEATTLE - A lawsuit surrounding the 2010 dog shooting by a Grant County sheriff's deputy will return to federal court.

August 19, 2013 1 p.m.

NOTICE: ANNOUNCEMENT OF AVAILABILITY OF DRAFT PERMIT

Columbia Onion has applied for a 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).

August 19, 2013 1 p.m.

Notice of Application

PROJECT: A Short Subdivision of approximately 120.7 acres in order to create four (4) lots from 2 existing parcels in the Agriculture zoning district of Grant County.

August 19, 2013 1 p.m.

Rodeo draws packed crowd at fair

MOSES LAKE - The Grant County Fair closed Saturday with a packed crowd enjoying the cowboys and cowgirls at the 70th annual Moses Lake Roundup Rodeo.

August 19, 2013 1 p.m.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

Abbreviated Legal: LT 17 MOUNTAIN VIEW EST.

August 19, 2013 1 p.m.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

Abbreviated Legal: LT 4 BLK 1 DORSING 1ST SP.

August 19, 2013 1 p.m.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

Abbreviated Legal: LT 1 HARLE SP.

August 19, 2013 1 p.m.

Pam Tillis gets fair crowd moving

MOSES LAKE - For about an hour Saturday night, country singer Pam Tillis had fairgoers dancing in their seats.

August 19, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Quincy shooting suspect sought

QUINCY - Quincy police are still searching for a 23-year-old Quincy man in connection to a June shooting.

August 19, 2013 6:05 a.m.

New Grant County Republican chair revels in red, white & blue

MOSES LAKE - If you want to be in a red, white and blue mood at the Grant County fair this week, a good suggestion would be a visit with Grant County Republican Party Chair Kimber Lybbert.

August 19, 2013 6 a.m.

River Dogs win, 4-2

COVINGTON COUNTY, Ala. - The Columbia Basin River Dogs opened the Babe Ruth 18U World Series with a win over Fond Du Lac, Wisc. 4-2.

August 19, 2013 6 a.m.

Eight hurt in two-car crash near Royal

ROYAL CITY - Eight people were injured Tuesday morning, Aug. 6, in a two-car collision about 10 miles west of Royal.

August 18, 2013 8:37 p.m.

Moses Lake loses opener 12-0

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake 14-year-old Chiefs dropped their first game at the Babe Ruth World Series losing to Bryant, Ark. 12-0 Sunday night.

August 18, 2013 8:36 p.m.

Man drowns in Quincy Lakes

August 18, 2013 12:51 p.m.

Babe Ruth World Series recap: Saturday

August 18, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Michelle Wallace back in chemo

Fighting for life again

ROYAL - Michelle Wallace, whose eight-year-long battle with cancer is well known in this community, has suffered a setback. She returned to chemotherapy on Sunday.

August 18, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Pick-up fire damages Moses Lake Rite Aid

MOSES LAKE - A pick-up became engulfed in flames while in the pharmacy drive-thru at the Moses Lake Rite Aid Thursday afternoon, damaging a portion of the building.

August 18, 2013 6 a.m.

The smile, the twinkle in the eye, the laugh and the quick retort describes the wise and kind woman Ruby Holloway.

August 16, 2013 1:44 p.m.

Joe Nichols and Pam Tillis concert tickets on sale

FAIR NEWS - Big names in country music come to the Grant County Fair this weekend.

August 16, 2013 1 p.m.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY

THE STATE OF WASHINGTON, to said defendants, Estate of James E. Norlund, Deceased, Unknown Heirs and Devisees of James E. Norlund, Deceased, and Also all persons or parties unknown claiming any right, title, lien or interest in the property described in the complaint herein:

August 16, 2013 1 p.m.

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

NOTICE OF HEARING IN THE MATTER OF MODIFYING CERTAIN SECTIONS OF CHAPTER 11.04 OF THE GRANT COUNTY CODE ENTITLED “MAXIMUM SPEED LIMITS”

August 16, 2013 1 p.m.

Othello's Killian Korn features new flavors at fair

MOSES LAKE - Othello company Killian Korn recently added some new varieties to their flavored popcorn lineup.

August 16, 2013 1 p.m.

Down time

Photo only

August 16, 2013 1 p.m.

Ordinance No. 2685

An ordinance annexing property commonly known as the Carlile annexation to the City of Moses Lake, Washington, and incorporating the same within the corporate limits of the City of Moses Lake.

August 16, 2013 1 p.m.

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 August 27, 2013 to consider a continued moratorium on medical marijuana collective gardens in the City of Moses Lake.

August 16, 2013 1 p.m.

Moses Lake cake business offers goodies at fair

MOSES LAKE - Basin residents can satisfy their sweet tooth at the Classy & Crazy Cakes food booth at the 2013 Grant County Fair.

August 16, 2013 1 p.m.

ML Roundup Rodeo excites

MOSES LAKE - Cowboys, cowgirls and fans crowded into the Grant County Fair for day one of the 70th annual Moses Lake Roundup Rodeo.

August 16, 2013 1 p.m.

Ordinance No. 2686

An ordinance amending Chapter 16.02 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled “Unplatted Areas”

August 16, 2013 1 p.m.

World Series starts Saturday

Photo only

August 16, 2013 1 p.m.

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD September 3, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata, WA regarding a budget extension request from Grant County Emergency Management, in the amount of $1,500.00, to receive increased funding from the Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council (EFSEC) for contract E14-003.

August 16, 2013 1 p.m.

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

IN THE MATTER AMENDING ORDINANCE 10.38.030 PROHIBITING COMPRESSION BREAKS ON 5 NW AKA WHITE TRAIL RD, ROADLOG 93010

August 16, 2013 1 p.m.

SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON

In The Matter Of The Estate: LLOYD R. HAISCH, Deceased

August 16, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Exhibitors find ways to pass time at the fair

Hanging out popular pastime in down time

MOSES LAKE - The families of the exhibitors at the Grant County Fair start rolling in the Sunday before the fair opens, and those who come from out of town may stay the entire week. One whole week. A whole lot of hours.

August 16, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Demo Derby rocks Grant County Fair

MOSES LAKE - It was a capacity crowd Wednesday night as the demolition derby headlined the Grant County Fair.

August 16, 2013 6 a.m.

Reader wants fairgoers to know where their money is going

Going to the Fair? Check out where your money is going! Go to the Knights of Columbus booth and see how your friendly fair board has blocked almost all visibility and accessibility to the booth with out of towners taking your money out of town!

August 16, 2013 6 a.m.

BBCC guard signs letter of intent

MOSES LAKE - Former Big Bend Community College guard Alli Winters is moving on to play college basketball.

The summer's work pays off, literally

MOSES LAKE - The annual livestock sale for exhibitors at the Grant County Fair will be at 9 a.m. Friday at the Ardell Pavilion at the fairgrounds, 3953 Airway Dr.

August 15, 2013 1 p.m.

Notice of Application

PROJECT: A Short Plat of approximately 74.95 acres in order to create two (2) lots from one existing parcel in the Agriculture zoning district of Grant County.

Notice is hereby given that the Royal School District No. 160 will accept bids on bread and dairy products.

August 14, 2013 1 p.m.

LEGAL NOTICE

Call for Bids: The Board of Directors for the Royal School District No. 160 will receive bids for gasoline and diesel fuel to be used from September 1, 2013 to August 31, 2014.

August 14, 2013 1 p.m.

BBCC computer science program expands

MOSES LAKE - Big Bend Community College will expand its computer science program this fall, adding a software and web development option. Registration for all classes is open now, with fall quarter beginning Sept. 23.

August 14, 2013 7 a.m.

Two killed in crash near George Tuesday

GEORGE — Two men died Tuesday evening after a high speed crash near George.

August 14, 2013 6:05 a.m.

New fair food offerings

MOSES LAKE - Maybe some things shouldn't be tampered with, at least not much. Fair food might be one of those things.

August 14, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Roundup Rodeo kicks off Thursday

MOSES LAKE - The 70th annual Moses Lake Roundup Rodeo begins Thursday and runs until Saturday at the Grant County Fairgrounds.

August 14, 2013 6 a.m.

ML Demo Derby at fairgrounds tonight

MOSES LAKE - Buckle your seatbelts because the 2013 KWIQ Moses Lake Demolition Derby starts Wednesday night at the Grant County Fairgrounds.

August 14, 2013 6 a.m.

August 14, 2013 6 a.m.

Don't be caught house poor

THE COLOR OF MONEY

WASHINGTON - If the federal government is going to overhaul the way mortgages are sold, I hope there's as much emphasis put on what's a manageable amount of debt for borrowers.

August 13, 2013 1:14 p.m.

BID Request as follows: Othello Community Hospital is soliciting Bids for the re-roofing of our Ambulance Station.

August 13, 2013 6:05 a.m.

NIE golf tournament raises $9,000

MOSES LAKE - The Newspapers in Education golf tournament held at Moses Pointe on Saturday was a great success.

August 13, 2013 6 a.m.

Dog parade expected to attract many

QUINCY - More than 50 entries are expected for the second Ron Stadig Dawg Days of August dog parade on Aug. 23 at the Cambridge Assisted Living Community.

August 13, 2013 6 a.m.

Cowboy breakfast draws about 300

Traditional fair, rodeo kickoff fills Sinkiuse Square

MOSES LAKE - Calf roping is tough.

August 13, 2013 6 a.m.

William D. Christle

William D. Christle, beloved father and husband, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Thursday, August 8th, 2013. He was 78 years of age. 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.

August 13, 2013 6 a.m.

New Grant County Republican Party chair revels in the red, white and blue

MOSES LAKE - If you want to be in a red, white and blue mood at the Grant County fair this week, a good suggestion would be a visit with Grant County Republican Party Chair Kimber Lybbert.

August 13, 2013 6 a.m.

Eight hurt in 2-car crash

ROYAL CITY - Eight people were injured Tuesday morning, Aug. 6, in a two-car collision about 10 miles west of here. ??

August 13, 2013 6 a.m.

Warden woman dies in motorbike crash

GEORGE - Patricia Reiber-Murphy, the Warden woman involved in a motorcycle wreck Friday near George, died from her injuries.

Abbreviated Legal: LT 1 BLK 3 LEE ADD

August 12, 2013 1 p.m.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

Abbreviated Legal: LT 23 MONTLAKE ADD #6

August 12, 2013 9:53 a.m.

Ephrata offers free test for kids' developmental delays

EPHRATA — Is your child showing signs they are significantly delayed in language, cognitive, motor or social skills? Ephrata School District announced they are offering screening for children from birth to 5 whose parents are concerned about their development.

August 12, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Grant Co. Fair is here

Exhibits, 4-H, FFA and open class competition, fair food, all on tap

MOSES LAKE - A summer's worth of effort will be on display this week at the Grant County Fair, Aug. 13 through 17.

August 12, 2013 6:05 a.m.

ML graduate among top college fishermen

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake native Jarred Walker helped put the state in the spotlight during the recent Carhartt Bassmaster College Series National Championship in Georgia.

August 12, 2013 6 a.m.

August 11, 2013 6 a.m.

Man hurt in rollover

MARDON RESORT – An Othello man was injured when the car he was driving rolled in the late afternoon on Aug. 10 near here on Highway 262.

August 11, 2013 6 a.m.

ML chamber hosts fair food booth for non-profits

MOSES LAKE - Basin residents can help support a handful of area non-profits by visiting the Moses Lake Chamber of Commerce's food booth at the Grant County Fair next week.

August 10, 2013 6 a.m.

Grant County Journal history to be shared

EPHRATA – The history of the Grant County Journal will be the topic at the Grant County Historical Society luncheon on Tuesday, August 13.

August 10, 2013 6 a.m.

Warden woman dies in motorbike accident

GEORGE – A 50-year-old Warden woman died in Wenatchee on Aug. 9 after a motorcycle crash west of George on Silica Road. ?

August 9, 2013 1:44 p.m.

Signs Now - Logo Creation

August 9, 2013 1:43 p.m.

Signs Now Banners - Big Bang for the Buck

August 9, 2013 1:43 p.m.

Signs Now Vehicle Graphics - Get Business Rolling!

August 9, 2013 1:42 p.m.

Thank you for installing the signs on our company vehicles. Your work gives us great advertising exposure while we travel the county. The professionalism shown by your staff was greatly appreciated.

August 9, 2013 1:33 p.m.

Glenn Knopp, President - Inland Tarp and Liner

Our group of companies uses Signs Now for all our local signage needs. From lettering on our buildings to graphics on our fleet of pickup trucks, Signs Now always performs prompt and professional work. Pat, Wally and the team go above and beyond in their support of our companies' sign needs.

August 9, 2013 1:33 p.m.

Gina Bullis, Business Manager - Othello School District

Our signs are EXCELLENT! You and your staff did a top quality job. We will proudly display them in our district. Thank you for delivering them to our office.

August 9, 2013 1:32 p.m.

Jim Sperry, Owner - Express Employment Professionals

I would like to take a second to let you know how thankful I am for the wonderful business you have provided me, as well as my company. You have always worked in a timely manner, with extreme professionalism. When I call Signs Now I always get quick turn around time. I seem to order signs or other decals at the last minute and your team always comes through for me.

August 9, 2013 1:25 p.m.

IN THE MATTER AMENDING ORDINANCE 10.38.030 PROHIBITING COMPRESSION BREAKS ON 5 NW AKA WHITE TRAIL RD, ROADLOG 93010

August 9, 2013 11:35 a.m.

Possibly stolen van involved in Moses Lake crash Friday afternoon

August 9, 2013 7:11 a.m.

Angela Burns

healthsource rocks!!

August 9, 2013 7:10 a.m.

Karen Clarno Francis

Go to HealthSource of Moses Lake for back, neck, shoulder, and hip pain. They want to help you get out of pain and stay out of pain!

August 9, 2013 6:15 a.m.

Our Doctors

August 9, 2013 6:15 a.m.

Our Care

August 9, 2013 6:14 a.m.

Our Environment

August 9, 2013 6:13 a.m.

Our Staff

August 9, 2013 6:05 a.m.

State grant funds Ephrata port project

EPHRATA - The state Department of Transportation will help pay for a taxiway rehabilitation project at the Port of Ephrata.

August 9, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Colockum ablaze

Photo only

August 9, 2013 6 a.m.

Piling on BP - But who's next?

GUEST EDITORIAL

In football, players who jump on the ball carrier after he's been tackled get a 15-yard penalty for piling on. But in a courtroom, piling on can get you billions of dollars.

August 9, 2013 6 a.m.

Gertrude May Knopp

Gertrude was born December 26, 1916 to Fred and Lura Harris.

August 9, 2013 6 a.m.

Level 3 sex offender moves to Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - The Grant County Sheriff's Office announced Wednesday a Level 3 sex registered to live in Moses Lake.

August 9, 2013 6 a.m.

Family history revealed

August 9, 2013 6 a.m.

New health plan creates questions

GUEST EDITORIAL

Health care was a dominant issue at the national level and in Congress in 2010. Since the passage of the Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare, businesses, individuals and states have been trying to determine how to comply with the law and what impact it will have on them. With the size and complexity of the law, the transition has not been smooth. Last month, the Obama Administration announced a delay in the employer mandate. This mandate requires businesses with more than 50 employees to provide health coverage to their employees, or pay a fine if one or more of their employees receives a tax credit through the exchange.

August 9, 2013 6 a.m.

Garrett Harrison Westerman

Garrett Harrison Westerman, 28, of Moses Lake, was granted his angel wings on Saturday, August 3, 2013.

August 9, 2013 6 a.m.

Field almost full for NIE golf tourney

First time at Moses Pointe golf resort

MOSES LAKE - Entries close at 5 p.m. Friday for the Newspapers in Education golf tournament, scheduled for Saturday on the Links at Moses Pointe. Organizer Tom Hinde said room remains for a couple of four-person teams and a few individual players.

August 9, 2013 6 a.m.

Board members needed for Historical Society

EPHRATA - Grant County Historical Society Board is seeking nominations of people who would like to serve on the Board.

Abbreviated Legal: Lot 9 and the North 15' of Lot 10, Block 6, Replat of Foster's Addition to Pasco

August 8, 2013 1 p.m.

Cowboy Breakfast in Sinkiuse Square

Annual kickoff for Grant County Fair, Moses Lake Roundup

MOSES LAKE - Flapjacks and tradition will be on the menu at the annual Cowboy Breakfast, the longtime kickoff for the Moses Lake Roundup and the Grant County Fair, Friday morning from 7 to 10 a.m. in Sinkiuse Square.

August 8, 2013 11:22 a.m.

How many Space Burgers are you going to eat at the 2013 Grant County Fair?

August 8, 2013 8:32 a.m.

Search is on for new state Arts Commission director

OLYMPIA — After 15 years, the Washington State Arts Commission’s executive director, Kris Tucker, announced that she is stepping down. Tucker believes the agency is “well-positioned for a leadership transition,” and the search process has begun to find her successor, according to a recent prepared statement by the commission.

August 8, 2013 8:27 a.m.

Career hiring event still has room for employers

August 8, 2013 6:59 a.m.

MARDON RESORT - The trout fishing on Potholes Reservoir is the best it has been in years.

August 7, 2013 1 p.m.

Notice of Application

PROJECT: A Short Plat of approximately 128.42 acres in order to create three (3) lots from one existing parcel in the Agriculture zoning district of Grant County

August 7, 2013 1 p.m.

LEGAL NOTICE

BID Request as follows: Othello Community Hospital is soliciting Bids for the re-roofing of our Ambulance Station.

August 7, 2013 1 p.m.

GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON

Grant County is seeking to contract with a qualified individual or agency for the provision of security services at the Ephrata District Court premises located in the Courthouse at 35 C Street NW in Ephrata, Washington.

August 7, 2013 12:04 p.m.

Grant County FFA youth ready for livestock sale

August 7, 2013 8:27 a.m.

Chief Moses registration starts Friday

MOSES LAKE — Registration for students and families attending Chief Moses Middle School is 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, and noon to 7 p.m. Monday. Photos will be taken for school yearbook and identification cards.

August 7, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Anne "Yvonne" LaBar Victor

"My Darling, My Darling" Yes Mama, after 33 long years, you and Daddy are finally dancing again to Andy Williams and Perry Como music. Our much loved Mother passed away quietly July 18, 2013. Anne "Yvonne" LaBar Victor was born Dec. 17, 1930, on the "Idaho side" of The Newport Hospital. Mama spent her early childhood years at Spirit Lake, ID, the small logging town where her father, Irving LaBar worked at the local sawmill. The family moved to Spokane when Mom was a young teenager. There she attended Marycliff High School for girls. At the age of 17, while working at Cliff Berry's Modern Maid Ice Cream Shoppe on Grand Blvd, she met the love of her life, Richard "Dick" Victor. They immediately fell in love. Dad was working at the time for Chuck Shields' Chevron Station, just up the hill on Grand Blvd. In 1957 they moved to Moses Lake so Dad could pursue his career in teaching. Mom took a job at The Doctor's Clinic, where she worked for over 20 years. She then worked at Columbia Basin Eye Clinic until she retired. Mom spent her last years living at Emeritus Hearthstone in Moses Lake. She had recently moved back to Spokane and resided at Moran Vista with her beloved cat Annie. Yvonne is survived by son Steve (Ellen) Victor of Spokane, daughter Cathy (Dustan) Knauss of Moses Lake, son David (Farand) Victor of Spokane, and son Rich (Peggy) Victor of Moses Lake. "Grandma Uh-Oh" as she was affectionately called by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren is also survived by grandsons Aaron, Dustan, Nicholas, and granddaughters Kim, Melanie, Kellie and Stephanie. She also leaves numerous great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Mom was the last of the "LaBar clan" from Spirit Lake. Her brothers Harlan and Don, and sisters Pat, Janet and Mary all preceded her in death. Our Mama was an amazing cook and loved having all of her family over to share with her in fun, laughter and her many special meals. Per Mom's request, there will be no funeral or service. The family will gather soon at Spirit Lake to celebrate her amazing love and life. We miss you so much Mama. We find comfort however, knowing that you are once again with Dad.

August 7, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Grant Co. Fair is here

Exhibits, 4-H, FFA and open class competition, fair food, all on tap

MOSES LAKE - A summer's worth of effort will be on display next week at the Grant County Fair, Aug. 13 through 17.

August 7, 2013 6:05 a.m.

ML Dunes third at regionals

CENTRALIA - The Moses Lake Dunes 13U All-Stars were unable to advance to the Babe Ruth League World Series in North Dakota.

August 7, 2013 6 a.m.

Fire activity at tanker base increases

MOSES LAKE - It's quiet at the Moses Lake Air Tanker Base, as planes sit on the tarmac and pilots get some much-needed rest.

August 7, 2013 6 a.m.

River Dogs on to world series

KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. - The Columbia Basin River Dogs are headed to the Senior Babe Ruth World Series in Covington County, Alabama.

August 7, 2013 6 a.m.

Back when burritos were called tacos

Daughter Berney called Saturday, while I was driving home from Hot Desert Night, to report on the packing for her family's trip back to the Northwest.

August 7, 2013 6 a.m.

Samaritan staff increases with spike in business

Hospital profit, expenses more than 2012

MOSES LAKE - Samaritan Healthcare is expanding its staff by four positions in response to increasing demand.

August 7, 2013 6 a.m.

Scam warning: Sheriff not asking for donations

EPHRATA - Grant County Sheriff Tom Jones is warning the public to be on guard for a person calling and seeking donations for the sheriff’s office.

August 7, 2013 6 a.m.

Bernice Ruth Schmidt

Bernice Schmidt, 87, longtime Moses Lake resident and former school teacher, passed away Friday, August 2, 2013. She was staying at Emeritus Hearthstone in Moses Lake. A viewing will be held from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., Thursday August 8, 2013 at Grace Lutheran Church, 303 E. Nelson Road. Funeral Services will follow at 11 a.m. Grace Lutheran will also be hosting a reception in her honor shortly after the completion of services. 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.

August 7, 2013 6 a.m.

Volunteers needed for tournament

MOSES LAKE - Babe Ruth League organizers are still in search of families to host groups of two or three boys from teams traveling to Moses Lake for an upcoming tournament.

August 7, 2013 6 a.m.

Community input needed for Soap Lake downtown

SOAP LAKE - The City of Soap Lake is hosting a public workshop Saturday to receive input on the future design of downtown.

August 7, 2013 6 a.m.

One person sought for county board member

EPHRATA - The Grant County Board of Commissioners is looking for an interested citizen of Grant County to serve as an alternate member on the Grant County Water Conservancy Board.

August 6, 2013 6:20 p.m.

TO: UNKNOWN FATHER and anyone claiming a parental interest.

August 6, 2013 12:39 p.m.

Body found in 2012 identified as Seattle man

GRANT COUNTY — The body found last year floating in the Columbia River near Vantage was identified Tuesday as a 75-year-old Seattle man.

August 6, 2013 8:20 a.m.

Kelsey Kane works to make impression in the show ring

WILSON CREEK - On the surface it's something of a conundrum. How does a 10-year-old, or for that matter a teenager, control a 1,500-pound steer in the show ring at the Grant County Fair?

August 6, 2013 6 a.m.

Eugene R. Bergenholtz

Gene, age 91, passed away peacefully July 27, 2013 at his home in Mount Vernon with his wife by his side; he was born September 7, 1921 in Hazelton, Idaho to Carl and Erma Bergenholtz. Gene spent his early years in Idaho until joining the U.S. Navy in 1942 serving in WWII on the USS Tuscaloosa (Atlantic) and USS Miami (Pacific). He met his wife of 69 years, Oliva, they were married in 1944. Following his separation from the Navy, he moved to Moses Lake and was the first employee for the Moses Lake PUD. Gene and Oliva were very involved in numerous community organizations including: Masonic Lodge Lifetime Member (Past Master), Eastern Star Oasis Chapter, Shriner, VFW Life Member, and the Moses Lake First Church of the Nazarene. Gene was instrumental with admitting 40 children to the Spokane Shriner's Hospital. They moved to Mount Vernon in 2010 to be closer to family. They became members of the Mount Vernon Church of the Nazarene. Gene is survived by his loving wife, Oliva, daughter: Carol (Greg) DiGiovanna; grandchildren: Jeff (Sara) Willard and Deena (Wade) Wilhonen; great-grandchildren: Devin and Kailey Willard, and Kjirsi and Chandler Wilhonen. A Celebration of Gene's Life will be held Thursday, August 1, 2013, 2:00 pm at the Mount Vernon Church of the Nazarene followed by a time of reception. There will be a private Military Graveside service for Gene in the Veteran Garden at Hawthorne Memorial Park. Please share your thoughts of Gene and sign the online guest register at www.hawthornefh.com. Arrangements are under the care of Hawthorne Funeral Home, Mount Vernon.

August 6, 2013 6 a.m.

Calif. man charged in fatal Quincy crash

EPHRATA - A California man was charged in Grant County Superior Court with vehicular homicide in the head-on crash July 18 near Quincy that killed a Moses Lake man.

CRESCENT BAR - John Kiehl and Mary Woolverton combined for a 64 at the Crescent Bar Men's Club's annual mixed chapman on July 14.

August 3, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Good year for east side at Olympia

GUEST EDITORIAL

It’s been about a month since the Legislature wrapped up its work. Now is a good time to look back and see what was and was not accomplished.

August 3, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Theft charge dropped against Moses Lake businessman

EPHRATA - The theft charge against Moses Lake businessman Alan Heroux was dismissed in Grant County Superior Court early this week.

August 3, 2013 6 a.m.

Judy Barnes three-time winner in CB ladies golf

CRESCENT BAR - Judy Barnes was a three-time winner in Crescent Bar women's golf on July 23.

August 3, 2013 6 a.m.

Fresh News from MarDon

The fishing at Potholes just seems to get better as summer goes by. The largemouth Bass fisherman who get up and are fishing by 6 a.m. are having a great year in the dunes. The spring frog is the top water lure of choice for fishing the large vegetation mats that are forming as water goes down. As the water lowers the points and huts will even get better for spinner baits and senko's.

August 3, 2013 6 a.m.

Gary Paul Hartnett

Gary Paul Hartnett, 58, passed away peacefully July 30, 2013 at his home in Mount Vernon, Washington. Gary was born November 5, 1954 in Marshfield, Wisconsin. He was the son of Glen and Marion Hartnett. He graduated in 1972 from Columbus High School in Marshfield, Wisconsin, graduated in 1976 from Carroll College in Waukesha, Wisconsin, and worked on his graduate degree in horticulture at the University of Wisconsin in Madison. While in college, he was affliated with the Delta Rho Upsilon Fraternity.

August 3, 2013 6 a.m.

Gordon Ebbert in CBH last week and in 1950, as well

It is difficult to keep a productive person, such as Gordon Ebbert, out of the newspaper. There he was in the news last week and earlier this week and on April 21, 1950, too.

August 3, 2013 6 a.m.

Gary Lee Strand

March 9, 1948 ~ April 23, 2013

August 3, 2013 6 a.m.

Raffle hunt results are now available

Those who purchased raffle tickets for the many raffle hunts can check the results on the Fish and Wildlife website. Once on the site, click on hunting, then special permits and raffles, then, on the right side of the page, click on check my raffle results. You will need to enter a Wild ID number and your results will appear.

August 3, 2013 6 a.m.

Runner struck twice

by the same car

ROYAL CITY - A 33-year-old Royal City woman was injured Sunday night after being intentionally struck twice by the same car while she was jogging.

August 2, 2013 1 p.m.

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD August 12, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata, WA regarding a budget extension request from the Administrative Services Coordinator for the following Strategic Infrastructure Program projects:

August 2, 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 August 14, 2013 for Supplying 15kV Power Cable for Geneva Substation Feeders as more fully described in Contract Documents 170-3684.

August 2, 2013 1 p.m.

Learn to create a healthier you

First Health and Wellness Expo comes to Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - The major healthcare providers of Central Washington will meet under one roof on Sept. 28 for the first Central Washington Health and Wellness Expo. The event will be held at the Big Bend Community College ATEC building from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will feature information, giveaways and fun learning opportunities about health for all ages.

August 2, 2013 1 p.m.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

Lot 23, Kisler Third Addition to Mattawa, according to the plat thereof recorded in Volume 11 of Plats, page 49, records of Grant County, Washington. More commonly known as: 200 PRIEST RAPIDS DRIVE, MATTAWA, WA 99349

August 2, 2013 1 p.m.

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Legal description: That portion of County Road and Right-of-Way known as 23-NE ROADLOG 50580, MILEPOST 1.00 to 1.50 IN Sections 4 and 9 of T22N R27E.W.M, GRANT COUNTY

August 2, 2013 1 p.m.

Hot Desert Night this Saturday

DESERT AIRE – Hot Desert Night, the Mattawa-Desert Aire Lions Club's annual community festival, will be held at Desert Aire this Saturday.

LOT 2, HALL-WEBER ADDITION, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED UN VOLUME 6 OF PLATS, PAGE(S) 15, RECORDS OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON. More commonly known as: 710 SOUTH CATALPA STREET, MOSES LAKE, WA 98837

August 2, 2013 12:20 p.m.

Vantage Recreation area experiences closures

VANTAGE — The Grant County PUD closed their boat launch in the Vantage Recreation area Wednesday. The launch has been green-lighted by the Kittitas County fire officials to re-open today.

August 2, 2013 9:43 a.m.

Business opportunities in the Larson Gateway Community

MOSES LAKE — According to the US Census Bureau, the population of Moses Lake is on the rise, growing an estimated 30% from 2000 to 2012. In comparison, the number of food and accommodation service businesses rose only 12% during the same time, according to GrantCountyTrends.org, an Eastern Washington University online resource for public interest information. If you are considering opening a new business or a second business, look no further, there is a great opportunity for you at the Larson Gateway Community! Located on Patton Street and Aspi Boulevard, a new development has been built and is ready to house at least two restaurants and more.

August 2, 2013 9:29 a.m.

Help 'Burst-the-Bug' for back to school

MOSES LAKE -- Are your kids bugging you to get the newest and coolest school supplies? With back to school just around the corner, many parents are stressed financially about providing the growing list of supplies for their children.

August 2, 2013 8:32 a.m.

What kind of restaurant would you like to see come to Moses Lake?

August 2, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Burn ban in effect at state parks

COLUMBIA BASIN - As nearly 90,000 acres of wildland continue to burn in central Washington, state offices are hoping to prevent more flames by banning open fires and outdoor burning in state parks and protected land.

August 2, 2013 6 a.m.

Witnesses sought in fatal Quincy crash

QUINCY - The State Patrol is asking for the public's help in providing information leading up to a July 18 collision near Quincy that killed a Moses Lake man.

August 2, 2013 6 a.m.

Consider volunteering at New Hope

Many volunteer and service opportunities are available in the Columbia Basin.

August 2, 2013 6 a.m.

Juan O. Lopez

Juan (Johnny as he was known by his friends) O. Lopez, 83, of Moses Lake, Washington, passed away July 27, 2013. He was born in El Rosario, Mexico on October 10, 1929 to parents, Antonio Lopez and Maria Ortiz. He was the eldest of nine siblings. Juan came to the United States when he was nine years old and worked on the various farms. He was married to Manuela Maria Mendez on September 12, 1949 in Edinburg, Texas. Juan continued to work with Harry Yamamoto on his farm until being hired by the City of Warden in 1975. Johnny was respected for his work ethics and willingness to provide services at any hour of the day, especially to perform "snow-plowing." He is honored for his dedicated service on retiring after 18 years in 1993. Juan enjoyed local fishing, playing card games with family, caring for his garden, watching cowboy movies, listening to the weather channel, and meeting his retired friends for coffee at McDonalds. Juan and Manuela Lopez enjoyed 64 years of marriage and had five children together.

August 2, 2013 6 a.m.

Prosecutor backs self-defense laws

GUEST EDITORIAL

EPHRATA - It is disappointing to see some in the federal government not only attack the means by which individuals choose to defend themselves, but now make clear they also seek to limit and infringe upon the very basic human right of self-defense. Specifically, Attorney General Eric Holder recently stated that "it's time to question laws that senselessly expand the concept of self-defense" and argued that the government should impose upon law abiding citizens a "duty to retreat" from an attacking criminal.

August 2, 2013 6 a.m.

Reader urges Americans to speak the truth

Many people used pseudonyms during the American Revolution for protection from the King's government. The First Amendment of the US Constitution was written to protect our freedom of speech and the press. However, civilized debate and protection of the "Freedom of Speech" no longer exists. A wise person will no longer publish under their real name. The phrase "do not shoot the messenger" is more important today than most people would acknowledge.

August 2, 2013 6 a.m.

Cooking your catch: part two

Ideally every consumptive outdoors person would use every scrap of the animals, birds and fish shot and caught. Most do a good job of using all the meat, but to varying degrees.

August 2, 2013 6 a.m.

Young artists invited to enter PUD's contest

EPHRATA - Grant PUD invites children age 12 and under to participate in its special 75th anniversary art contest.

August 2, 2013 6 a.m.

Lucia Elizabeth (Hughes) Trask-Engles

Lucia Elizabeth (Hughes) Trask-Engles, 98, a sixty-five year resident of Moses Lake, peacefully passed away Sunday morning, July 28, 2013. She was born May 10, 1915 in Spokane, WA to Alfred and Louise (Binder) Hughes and the eldest daughter of six children. On September 12, 1939 she married Raymond Harrison Trask, Jr. of Boise, in McCall, Idaho. After living in Everett, WA for a short period of time, they moved to Moses Lake where they lived on a small farm in Mae Valley and then moved into town in 1967. A graduate of the University of Idaho, she found education of the utmost importance and was now able to devote her life to teaching others until her retirement in 1977. She had a love of traveling and belonged to the Sandy Sam's RV club and spent many wonderful adventures traveling with life-long friends. She was also able to explore the world visiting Alaska, Hawaii, Japan, Europe and her greatest adventure, backpacking for a month in New Zealand at the age of 75. She also enjoyed other hobbies including gardening, playing the piano and up until a few weeks ago, weekly Bridge games. Several years after Ray's passing, she married Loren B Engles. They enjoyed many happy years traveling in their RV group with their dogs until his passing in 2003. Lucia was fortunate to find companionship with Willard Benson and enjoyed their time together up until his passing in 2012. Many people admired their love and friendship while they resided at the Hearthstone. Lucia was preceded in death by her parents and all 5 siblings, husbands Ray Trask and Loren Engles, as well as her special companion, Willard Benson. She is survived by her loving daughter, Mardi Carroll, Grandson Michael Carroll and wife Terra and Great Grandsons, Tyler Carroll and Grant Carroll and one Great Granddaughter, Abigail Carroll. She will be remembered by many and missed by all.

August 2, 2013 6 a.m.

Reader addresses postal problem

I urge readers to contact their Congressional representatives and demand that Congress fix the problem it created for the United States Postal Service.

August 2, 2013 6 a.m.

Randy Kevin Reynolds

Randy Kevin Reynolds, 61, passed away on Saturday, July 27, 2013 at his home in Quincy after an intensively quick battle with cancer.

August 2, 2013 6 a.m.

Ephrata businessman will work on former 'Air Force One' plane

EPHRATA - Basin auto detailer Bill Quinn is gearing up for what's easily going to be his biggest project to date.

August 2, 2013 6 a.m.

Fishin' Magician - Dave Graybill

I wanted to remind everyone about the special regulations on the sockeye fishery that opens tomorrow on Lake Wenatchee. This is a selective fishery, meaning that no bait is allowed and knotless nets will be required. I mentioned in my report on Wednesday that anglers on the Columbia are using shrimp, but I want to be sure anglers are aware that bait is not allowed on Lake Wenatchee. It is also important to note that all bull trout that are caught must be immediately released and not removed from the water. Bull trout are present in large numbers in Lake Wenatchee and are listed as Threatened under the Endangered Species Act. In past years a favored method of catching sockeye on Lake Wenatchee has been fishing at the top 1/3 of the lake. The fish are near the surface early in the day and then do deeper. You can start close to the boat on your downriggers early and then stretch them back further later. Many people fish with a leader that is much too long. A leader length of 12 to 15 inches is good, and sometimes even shorter will work. You will also want to troll slow for sockeye, 1 mph is about right.

August 2, 2013 6 a.m.

Roberta Jean McCullough-Lindley

Former Moses Lake resident, Roberta Jean McCullough-Lindley, passed away as she lived, full of indomitable spirit, on November 11, 2012, at Life Care Center of Lewiston, Idaho at the age of 85, surrounded by her family.

August 1, 2013 12:57 p.m.

Lani Riojas

Great store to find some cute Christmas presents or just because presents ;)

August 1, 2013 12:55 p.m.

Fugitive Finder HTML

August 1, 2013 12:36 p.m.

No evacuation ordered for Quincy area

GRANT COUNTY — Rumors of evacuation of health care facilities and in-home care providers in the Quincy area were confirmed false by the Grant County Sheriff’s office Thursday.

August 1, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Moses Lake 9U players named to all-area team

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake was well represented on the all-area Quad Cities River Bandits team as five players were selected.

August 1, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Loss of grants prompts New Hope to ask for donations also

MOSES LAKE - The New Hope agency, which helps victims of domestic violence and sexual assault, is looking for help from the community to continue some programs that have lost funding.

August 1, 2013 6 a.m.

Student puts on golf event

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake High School senior Kayla Grigg is helping raise awareness for juvenile diabetes.