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.

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.

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.

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.

Fresh news from MarDon

The Yearly MarDon Resort Yard Sale is coming up!

August 31, 2013 6 a.m.

Basin Meats donates to cause

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.

No, Grandpa Jake was not on Noah's Ark

August 30, 2013 1 p.m.

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS

Qualification packages will be received by Grant County at the Office of the Director of Public Works, 124 Enterprise St. S.E., Ephrata, WA 98823 until 5:00 P.M., Friday, Sept. 17, 2013

August 30, 2013 1 p.m.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON

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 30, 2013 1 p.m.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

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

2013 Comprehensive Plan Amendments - Vision Statement and minor update of the Transportation Element.

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.

Different strategy, same results

GUEST EDITORIAL

August 30, 2013 6 a.m.

Reader wants people to be aware

Cancer is hard to kill. One successful treatment is to cut it out. But the true cure requires understanding the source.

August 30, 2013 6 a.m.

Scott Michael Long

Scott Michael Long from Basin City was born on November 30th, 1977 in Moses Lake and passed away on August 25, 2013 in Moses Lake at an all too young age of 35. Scott was doing what he so often did when called upon, helping a friend.

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.

August 30, 2013 6 a.m.

Reader wants to thank CBH

Thanks, Columbia Basin, for supporting the Moses Lake Kiwanis food booth at the demotion derby and rodeo and buying your first meal on August 9 at the Cowboy Breakfast. The money raised will be used for Kiwanis projects such as scholarships and Kiwanis-sponsored student service clubs at various Moses Lake schools. Thanks, also, for donating a total of $200 to the EliMiNaTe Project, a Kiwanis International-UNICEF program in which mothers in developing nations are immunized against tetanus. Thereby their future babies are protected from this deadly disease. $200 is enough to immunize over 100 mothers.

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.

Moses Lake woman wanted

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.

Sonico annex plans advance

MOSES LAKE - The City of Moses Lake is moving forward with plans to annex the Sonico property into the city limits.

August 30, 2013 6 a.m.

A clean backpack advised before hunting season

This is the second of a two-part series about exploring the hunting backpack.

In Re The Estate of: JANE CHARLOTTE KINION, Deceased

August 29, 2013 6:05 a.m.

GC Fair attendance up 58 percent

Fair visits top 60,000 in 2013; food booth revenue up

MOSES LAKE - Attendance apparently was up by 58 percent, or 25,144 people, and revenue was also increased at the 2013 Grant County Fair. Planning already is underway for 2014, and may include moving some longtime nonprofit food vendors to new locations.

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 a.m.

LouAnn Davis

LouAnn Davis, 81, of Royal Slope, died Saturday, August 24, 2013 at her home.

August 29, 2013 6 a.m.

Fire Dist. 3 urges contract with Quincy

QUINCY - Grant County Fire District 3 commissioners are hoping the City of Quincy will move forward with extending the agreement for fire services.

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.

Adult day care center opens in ML

MOSES LAKE - Day Break owner Wanda Etheridge knows being an in-home caregiver can get stressful at times.

August 29, 2013 6 a.m.

AMBER alerts prove valuable

OLYMPIA - State officials are hailing the effectiveness of the AMBER Alert system in the wake of eight successful activations and recoveries so far in 2013.

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 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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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

August 27, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Volunteers swim to raise money for research

First local Swim Across America attracts a number of swimmers, volunteers

MOSES LAKE - Swimmers took to Moses Lake to raise money to fight cancer in the first local Swim Across America fundraiser Saturday.

August 27, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Wahluke coach welcomes back 17 starters to fall camp

MATTAWA - Wahluke High School football coach Brycen Bye says all that his Warriors need to win in the South Central A Conference East this fall is an understanding of the hill they have to climb, and he believes they do.

August 27, 2013 6:05 a.m.

The Fishin' Magician weekly report

The sockeye season on Lake Wenatchee has ended, but the Chinook season on the upper Columbia continues. Fishing has improved for anglers fishing on the Columbia. This is the time of year that good catches can be made even above the Brewster Pool.

August 27, 2013 6 a.m.

Beierman captures overall win at ERP

EPHRATA - Ephrata racer Tom Beierman was able to capture the overall win at the Ephrata Raceway Saturday.

August 27, 2013 6 a.m.

Back 2 School fills Larson gym

Haircuts, school clothes for kids in need

MOSES LAKE - Haircuts, school clothes, books, live music, games, a bouncy house and hamburgers were among the attractions at the Back 2 School event sponsored by Serve Moses Lake Saturday.

Abbreviated Legal: LT 3 MONTLAKE EAST #5

August 26, 2013 6:05 a.m.

School bells start ringing Tuesday

Classes begin for most schools Wednesday

WILSON CREEK - Technically, summer doesn't end until Sept. 22, but every child knows summer ends when school opens. By that definition, summer ends for most Columbia Basin kids Wednesday or Thursday.

August 26, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Westchester, Calif. wins World Series

MOSES LAKE - When the final out was recorded the Westchester, Calif. dugout emptied and dog piled onto pitcher Saul Martinez.

August 26, 2013 6 a.m.

Fishin' Magician: Dave Graybill

I mentioned that the opportunity to catch big bluegill, perch and largemouth bass is very good at Wapato Lake recently, and there are other opportunities coming up soon in our region. Before I expand on this I want to remind anglers that Wapato Lake switched to catch and release fishing only for trout on August 1st. You can keep the spiny rays but no bait is allowed here until the lake closed completely to fishing on October 31st. A lake in Okanogan County the changes from catch and release fishing to catch and keep is Davis Lake, which is outside of Twisp. Davis is known for very nice rainbow and anglers can keep their catches beginning September 1st. Anglers who have been frustrated with releasing wild Chinook on the upper Columbia may want to travel down to the Snake River. Starting on September 1st anglers will be able to catch and keep three adult hatchery fall Chinook and six hatchery jack Chinook per day. They can also catch and keep three hatchery steelhead per day. You can see all the details about this fishery by going to the WDFW web site, and looking under Latest News on the Home Page.

August 25, 2013 7:30 a.m.

Westchester crowned World Series champions

MOSES LAKE - When the final out was recorded the Westchester, Calif. dugout emptied and dog piled onto pitcher Saul Martinez.

August 25, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Day Wireless builds new building in ML

MOSES LAKE - Day Wireless Systems is gearing up for a big move.

August 25, 2013 6:05 a.m.

SMA means more than letters for Wahluke family

WAHLUKE - News media reminds us constantly about national days/weeks/months of health observances. The average person might listen momentarily but doesn't really pay much attention unless it affects them.

August 25, 2013 6 a.m.

Sonico attracts international customers

MOSES LAKE - Sonico is experiencing an increase in business as a result of a recent international visit.

August 25, 2013 6 a.m.

Burn ban imposed

EPHRATA – The Grant County Board of Commissioners has imposed a temporary ban on outdoor burning effective Tuesday, Aug. 13, to a date to be determined.

August 24, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Arline Terry lives life vicariously through herself

DESERT AIRE - Arline Harvold Terry does not drink Dos Equis (XX), but she could be the most interesting woman.

August 24, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Move to new location a deal Port couldn't refuse

ROYAL CITY - Because of a deal it could not refuse, the Port of Royal Slope has a new home. It purchased the Bank of Whitman property for about one-fourth of its assessed value.

August 24, 2013 6 a.m.

Linda Lee Morris

Linda Lee Morris passed away peacefully on August 12, 2013 in Moses Lake Washington. Linda was diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer's disease in December of 2008. Linda was well aware of the difficult road she would be traveling with the progression of the disease. She put up a courageous fight until the very end. Linda Lee Morris was born on February 25, 1959 in Spokane Washington to her parents Gilbert and Stanna White. She was the oldest of two children. Her brother is Dean White. Linda spent her childhood on her parent's cattle ranch north of Ritzville along Crab Creek. She attended Ritzville schools from Kindergarten through 12th grade. Linda was an exceptional student; a teacher's delight and always one to be counted upon. She rode in the back of the bus and was always accepted by the guys as one of them. Linda was Captain of the Broncettes during her senior year in high school, was a member of Honor Society, FHA, and played the flute in the RHS Pep Band. Linda Lee had a photographic memory, a vast vocabulary, a quick wit and rapid fire opinions. The cattle rancher's daughter was taught by her Daddy not to dumb down to anyone. After graduating from Ritzville in 1977, she attended Big Bend Community College for two years, getting her associates degree. In 1979 Linda Lee transferred to Eastern Washington University where she graduated Summa Cum Laude in Home Economics in 1981. She would gleefully tell the story of the professor adopting her as a second professor in the class, as most girls in the class would burn water. Linda Lee met her future husband, John O. Morris, Jr. on a blind date April 18, 1980. She went to meet John's parents and family on their farm a month later on May 18, 1980, the day Mt. St. Helens blew. Linda married John in Ritzville, Washington on November 7, 1981. Her wedding dress belonged to her Mother, Stanna Lee. Linda reconstructed it to fit her and the dress had an 1890's style theme. Linda was a homemaker, first, who supported her husband in his family farm business. She did many tailoring and altering jobs. Her passion was serving in her medieval history group, the Society for Creative Anachronism or the SCA. She was a member of the Barony of Wastekeep in TriCities, WA. Her costumes were very fine in detail and intricate. Linda was intrigued by the history of the Medieval time period. She owned many books and writings of that time period. Linda was active in her church, the Ephrata United Methodist Church. She was always an eager and enthusiastic worker of the church rummage sale. Linda loved people unconditionally and; would gladly give anyone something to eat. She loved animals, particularly the many stray cats that found themselves soon sitting on her lap inside the home. She loved dogs and was always eager to let them out of the kennel and walk them down the ditch bank. She had a great love of family and would call her Mother and her Beloved Aunt Peggy two to three times per week. She was very fond of her husband John, her Daddy Gilbert, her Mother Stanna Lee, her brother Dean and her Mother in Law Shirley Morris. It was very easy to tell that Linda was always around listening to her joyful laugh that came from the abstract and colorful ideas and comments she originated. Linda is survived by the love of her life, John O. Morris, Jr.; her Father Gilbert and Mother Stanna Lee; her brother Dean; and many relatives and friends. Linda's family would like to thank those many true friends and caregivers that stepped up and gave John Morris, Dean White, Gilbert and Stanna Lee White support, comfort and encouragement during this long suffering grief filled journey. The family requests that memorials be sent to the Ephrata United Methodist Church, Trinity United Methodist Church of Ritzville, Washington, The Inland Northwest Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association, or the Summer Wood Alzheimer's Special Care Center Employees Emergency Fund. There will be a graveyard service at the Ritzville Cemetery on Rosenoff Road at 11:00 AM on Saturday August 24, 2013, followed by a reception at Trinity United Methodist Church on 107 W 2nd Ave in Ritzville. A Memorial Service will be held the following day at Ephrata United Methodist Church, 117 C Street NW in Ephrata, WA at 2:00 PM on Sunday August 25, 2013. Danekas Funeral Home of Ritzville, Washington is entrusted with arrangements. People wishing to post a word for Linda may do so at the Danekas Funeral Home Web Site:

August 24, 2013 6 a.m.

Turkey seasons cause double take

Noticed in the Washington State Migratory Waterfowl and Upland Game Seasons pamphlet and also Washington's 2013 Big Game hunting Seasons and Regulations: Turkey:

August 24, 2013 6 a.m.

2013 Grant County Fair deemed a success

The 2013 Grant County Fair was a success, because I say so. The only problem on my end was the History Barn was not open every minute of every day of the fair. We are working to solve this situation next year.

August 24, 2013 6 a.m.

Changes proposed by DOE to statewide air plan

OLYMPIA - The Washington Department of Ecology is seeking public comment on the state's proposed update to portions of the statewide plan for meeting air quality standards.

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.

August 24, 2013 6 a.m.

Fresh News from MarDon

Perch action is so HOT you can't believe it unless you see if for yourself. Family fishing is returning to Potholes Reservoir. The MarDon Dock has been producing 25 fish perch limits for months now. The crappie fishing has also been increasing as the summer continues. The face of O'Sullivan Dam continues to provide excellent smallmouth bass actin using Yamamoto Plastic Grubs and top water lures.

August 23, 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 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.

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 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.

Gas station opens

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.

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.

August 23, 2013 6 a.m.

Exploring the hunting backpack

August 23, 2013 6 a.m.

Pigskin Picks returns

Pigskin Picks is returning to the Herald for its 18th year September 3 and will run every Wednesday until the Superbowl.

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.

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.

August 23, 2013 6 a.m.

Reserve officers needed in Quincy Police Department

QUINCY - The Quincy Police Department is accepting applications for reserve officers, and applicants do not have to live in Quincy to be eligible.

August 23, 2013 6 a.m.

Is CO2 really the target?

GUEST EDITORIAL

August 23, 2013 6 a.m.

Serve Moses Lake 'Back-2-School' Saturday

School clothes, school supplies, available during charitable event

MOSES LAKE - Volunteers and donations are still being sought for the second annual "Back-2-School" outreach Saturday, sponsored by Serve Moses Lake.

Estate of LEO J. ZANDER, Deceased.

August 22, 2013 1 p.m.

CITY OF MESA

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.

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August 22, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Moses Lake drops game to Clifton Park

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake 14-year-old Chiefs dropped to 1-2 in pool play after losing to Clifton Park, N.Y. Tuesday night at the Babe Ruth World Series.

August 22, 2013 6:05 a.m.

Car salesman cited in crash

MOSES LAKE - A Moses Lake car salesman was allegedly driving under the influence when he rear-ended a vehicle, injuring a 13-month-old girl Monday in Moses Lake.

August 22, 2013 6 a.m.

Officials refine Gorge concert response

EPHRATA - Emergency response to concerts at the Gorge amphitheater, treating patients from the concerts and how to deal with the impact was the topic of a meeting between operators of the facility, Grant County commissioners, and commissioners and staff from Quincy Valley Hospital and Grant County Fire District No. 3 Tuesday.

August 22, 2013 6 a.m.

Mattawa Comm "Unity" Days this weekend

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

August 22, 2013 6 a.m.

Officer risks own life to save woman

POTHOLES STATE PARK - At any moment she could have been swept away. The only thing keeping Laura Williams from heading down the falls near Potholes State Park was a tree branch she held onto for more than an hour, before a state Fish and Wildlife officer risked his own life.

August 22, 2013 6 a.m.

Mildred "Milly" Spencer

Mildred "Milly" Spencer was the third daughter of Clarence and Sylvia Hanson formally of Moses Lake, Wa. She passed away on July 19, 2013 in Mc Minnville, Oregon. Mildred married Gene Spencer from Rapid City, So. Dak. In the 50's and had four children from that union. One daughter preceded her in death-La Rita Kay Wood of No. Carolina, also Sally Ann, passed away 9 days after her mother. Sally Ann lived in Clackamas, Oregon. Mildred's remaining children are Melody Dodge, of Spokane, Wa, and a son Kevin who lives in Los Angeles, Ca. She had 7 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.

August 22, 2013 6 a.m.

U-turn leaves 5 injured

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.

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.

River Dogs lose

COVINGTON COUNTY, Ala. - The Columbia Basin River Dogs are out of the 2013 Babe Ruth 16-18 World Series.

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.

Drowning victim from Quincy

QUINCY - The victim in Sunday's drowning at Quincy Lakes was identified as a 75-year-old Quincy man.

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.

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.

LEGAL NOTICE

INVITATION to BID

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

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.

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

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 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 6:05 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 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 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 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.

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 6:05 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 a.m.

Cathy Jones strikes three times in CB women's golf

CRESCENT BAR – Cathy Jones had the hot hand in Crescent Bar Ladies Golf Club golf on August 6.

August 18, 2013 6 a.m.

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

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 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.

Ordinance No. 2686

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

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.

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.

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

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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 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.

World Series starts Saturday

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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.

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 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 6:05 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 a.m.

Reader urges Americans to be aware

There is potential for a terrorist attack about which Congress was warned more than three years ago. It will come without warning. There will be no "chatter." NSA doesn't have a clue!

August 16, 2013 6 a.m.

Check out the Grant County Fair

With arts and crafts displays, animal barns, political booths, vendor offerings, carnival rides and much more, the Grant County Fair has something for everyone.

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.

August 16, 2013 6 a.m.

Bread, cheese, cured meat festival slated for Saturday

TRINIDAD – The annual Bread, Cheese, & Cured Meat Festival returns to White Heron Cellars this Saturday, August 17.

August 16, 2013 6 a.m.

WA economy needs immigration reform

GUEST EDITORIAL

It's a rare issue that brings together Washington's agricultural industry, immigration rights groups, business associations, faith organizations and politicians from both sides of the aisle. After years of hard work by many organizations and individuals in the state and elsewhere, the U.S. Senate passed a bi-partisan immigration reform bill that promises to benefit Washington's agriculture, its economy and many people living and working here. We are so close to achieving this long-sought goal that we can't let this opportunity fail.

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.

Moses Lake officers help woman in need

MOSES LAKE - A routine call for service turned into an act of kindness from two Moses Lake police officers.

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.

August 15, 2013 1 p.m.

Sold! Stock sale is Friday

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.

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.

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 1 p.m.

LEGAL NOTICE

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

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.

EPHRATA - Both prosecution and defense asked for another delay for a hearing to determine whether or not a 14-year-old Moses Lake boy will be tried as an adult in the shooting of his parents.

August 14, 2013 6 a.m.

Fair free entry day

MOSES LAKE - The Grant County Fairgrounds was teeming with activity Monday evening as dozens of vendors and exhibitors rushed to put the finishing touches on their various booths and displays.

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.

Trish A. Reiber Murphy

Trish A. Reiber Murphy, 50, a resident of Warden, passed away Friday, August 9, 2013 at Central Washington Hospital as a result of a motorcycle accident. Services are pending and will be announced when set. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a note for the family at www.kayserschapel.com Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory, Moses Lake.

August 14, 2013 6 a.m.

ML crash suspect allegedly assaults nurse

MOSES LAKE - A Moses Lake man allegedly assaulted a nurse at Samaritan Hospital in Moses Lake after he was injured in the rollover crash on South Division Street recently.

August 13, 2013 1:14 p.m.

PROJECT: Alteration of the 20-ft. utility easement over, under and across the south 5 ft. on Lot 4 and the north 15 ft. on Lot 5. The alteration would center the 20 ft. utility easement 10 ft. over, under and across both Lots 4 & 5.

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.

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

August 12, 2013 1 p.m.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

Abbreviated Legal: LT 1 BLK 3 EPHRATA HTS 7TH ADD

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.

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 6:05 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 a.m.

Pratt announced as CBSS head volleyball coach

MOSES LAKE - Columbia Basin Secondary School has a new head volleyball coach.

August 12, 2013 6 a.m.

Changes proposed to statewide air plan

OLYMPIA – The Washington Department of Ecology (Ecology) is seeking public comment on the state’s proposed update to portions of the statewide plan for meeting air quality standards.

August 12, 2013 6 a.m.

Hastings talks health care plan

MOSES LAKE - Rep. Doc Hastings visited Moses Lake earlier this week, even sitting down to lunch with area residents and stopping by the Columbia Basin Herald to address hot topics including Obamacare, immigration reform and the National Security Administration. Not all in attendance agreed with Hastings' comments.

August 12, 2013 6 a.m.

Joint effort results in big defibrillator donation

Amelia M. Hernandez

Our beloved mother, Amelia M. Hernandez, a longtime resident of Moses Lake slipped peacefully from this earth into the waiting arms of our Lord on August 7, 2013. Viewing will be held from 9 to 10 a.m., Monday, July 12th at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 200 N. Dale Road followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Interment will be 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.

August 10, 2013 6 a.m.

James "Jim" Leonard Byers

James "Jim" Leonard Byers, 80, of Moses Lake, WA died Monday, August 5, 2013 in Samaritan Healthcare in Moses Lake, WA. Jim was born March 20, 1933 in Detroit, MI to Leonard and Bernice (Menson) Byers.

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.

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 1:33 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 1:32 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

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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.

Family history revealed

August 9, 2013 6 a.m.

Moses Lake baseball players visit seniors

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake 14U Chiefs reached out to the community and visited residents of Emeritus Senior Living recently.

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.

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.

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.

To: Basileo Martinez, Father

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.

RITZVILLE - A $10 million bond proposal that would pay to build a new hospital in Ritzville is being rejected by voters in preliminary results released Tuesday evening.

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 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 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.

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 6:05 a.m.

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.

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 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.

Royal City runner struck twice by same car, suspect arrested

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, Grant County Sheriff Tom Jones reported.

August 6, 2013 6 a.m.

Arizona couple hurt in I-90 crash

MOSES LAKE - An Arizona couple was injured in a one-vehicle crash in Moses Lake Saturday morning.

MOSES LAKE - Columbia Basin Herald has a new bookkeeper.

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.

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.

Gary Lee Strand

March 9, 1948 ~ April 23, 2013

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.

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.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON

TO THE DEFENDANTS Unknown Heirs and Devisees of Michael D. Spooner; Estate of Michael D. Spooner; 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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Local woman needs kidney

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake resident Megan Dunnagan has a few things she would like to cross off her "bucket list" over the next few years.

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.

Interview with Megan Dunnagan

August 1, 2013 6 a.m.

August 1, 2013 6 a.m.

Ruby Jean Kingrey

Ruby Jean Kingrey passed away at age 85 on Monday, July 29, 2013 at her home in Moses Lake surrounded by those who loved her. Graveside services will be held at 10 a.m., Thursday, August 1st at Guarding Angels Cemetery, 2595 Road L NE, 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 1, 2013 6 a.m.