Ellington

Dani Bolyard encouraged by 35% of vote

COULEE CITY - Most people would find it a daunting task to overcome a 65-35 defeat in anything. But Dani Bolyard of tiny Coulee City is excited about the rematch with Tom Dent of Moses Lake.

Quincy chamber welcomes new director

QUINCY - The Quincy Valley Chamber of Commerce found a new executive director.

Quincy man dies in car crash

GEORGE - A Quincy man died when the car in which he was riding crashed with another one mile north on George on Aug. 21.

Quincy, Fire District 3 still disagree

QUINCY - The City of Quincy rejected Grant County Fire District No. 3's latest contract offer for protection services.

The Ground Observer Corps was important in the 1950s

E-mail from Cheryl

Central American farmers generate energy from coffee wastewater

The Energy from Coffee Wastewater project by UTZ Certified has proven that is possible to generate energy, tackle climate change and protect water resources by treating discharges from coffee mills. The project started in 2010 with the goal of addressing environmental and health problems caused by the wastewater produced in the coffee industry.

William Harold Reedy

William Harold Reedy was born in Tulare, California on August 2, 1919 to William Albert and Arna Malina Reedy. Harold had three half-brothers and one half sister. He passed away on August 26, 2014 at Central Washington Hospital in Wenatchee, Washington following a four year battle with bladder cancer.

Mattawa Comm"Unity" Days winners announced

MATTAWA - The Mattawa Comm"Unity" Days contest winners have been announced. There were several.

Monday is the opening of several hunting seasons

Just two days until the September hunting seasons begin. Opening will be the forest grouse seasons, which continues through Dec. 31. The limit is four a day with a possession limit of 12 straight or mixed bag.

Ag markets posted a mixed showing before the long weekend

An increased production forecast seemed to depressing corn futures Friday. The corn market slipped Thursday night, then moved lower in response to news that the International Grain Council had boosted its global production forecast 4.0 million tonnes to 973 million. Nearby futures also seem to fail at technical resistance. September corn ended the week 2.75 cents lower at $3.59/bushel, while December dropped 4.5 to $3.6475.

LEGAL NOTICE

Ordinance No. 2724

NOTICE OF DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE

2014 Comprehensive Plan Amendments - Update of the Future Land Use Designation map, and updates of the Land Use, Housing, Utilities, Capital Facilities, and Transportation Elements.

Notice of Application, Proposed Mitigated Determination of Non-Significance, and Public Hearing

Notice is hereby given that a Conditional Use Permit application and SEPA Checklist received by Grant County on August 7, 2014 from 52 Eighty, LLC (Designated Contact: Dale Finocchi, 5860 Clarion Street, Suite 101, Cumming, GA 30041, 404-382-5285) were found to be technically complete on August 22, 2014.

SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE

The Port of Royal Slope will be holding a Special Meeting on Wednesday, September 3rd, 2014 at 3:00 pm for the purpose of discussing the wetland scope and contract with Landau Associates. The meeting will be held at the Port Office located at 4975 Road 13.5 SW; Royal City, WA 99357. The public is welcome to attend.

SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE

The Port of Royal Slope will be holding a Special Meeting on Wednesday, September 3rd, 2014 at 3:00 pm for the purpose of discussing the wetland scope and contract with Landau Associates.

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

PUBLIC HOUSING AGENCY PLAN

Columbia Basin Herald Ice Bucket Challenge

Children's eye health & safety paramount

MATTTAWA - By this time your child has probably gone back to school. You've filled out the enrollment forms, gotten their schedules and checked to see if their medical, dental and vision exams are up to date.

Ephrata natives to compete on Survivor

EPHRATA - A father-daughter pair with Ephrata roots will be competing for a $1 million dollar grand prize on Season 29 of the CBS hit reality show "Survivor."

Big Bend looks to break into the NWAC tournament

MOSES LAKE - Big Bend volleyball is right on the cusp of ending a playoff drought that has lasted a decade.

Fishin' Magician: Dave Graybill

I had heard that the perch bite was on at Potholes Reservoir, so I called my buddy Brian Nielson, of BJs Guide Service, to see if he wanted to give it a try.

Pity the poor streamers

GUEST EDITORIAL

Every day, birds flying near a certain spot on the California-Nevada border are incinerated in midair. They're called "streamers" for the puff of smoke that appears as they ignite and plummet to the ground. Federal wildlife investigators estimate there's one "streamer" every two minutes.

Liberty Caucus supports Clint Didier for Congress

CONNELL - The Republican Liberty Caucus of Washington voted to recommend Clint Didier for the 4th Congressional District seat at its Aug. 7 executive board meeting.

A team that can pull it off

While interviewing our candidates for election this year, I posed a question relating to public lands. Of the candidates interviewed and advancing to the General Election in November, only Clint Didier and Dani Bolyard proposed a solution by which the lands under Federal ownership would be returned to the States for management of the resources and are familiar with American Lands Council, mentioning them by name. The mission is this: "The American Lands Council channels the cooperative efforts of state and local governments, businesses, organizations, and individuals to secure and defend local control of land access, land use, and land ownership through:

Common Core Standards must go!

Common Core is the name of the top-down Federal Government set of education "standards" that has been kind of snuck in under the radar with promises of "rigorous standards" and "free money" from our great benefactor, Uncle Sam. It has often been touted as having been adopted at the local level. It is disingenuous, however, to state that Common Core was adopted at the local level. Though states individually accepted the Common Core "Standards", it was done through coercion via promises of Federal money. Fortunately, five states including Texas never did accept Common Core and many others are looking at getting out. To date, 10 additional states have repealed their acceptance and 9 others have legislation pending to do the same including Idaho, Wyoming, South Dakota, Wisconsin, West Virginia, New Jersey, Maryland, Connecticut, and New Hampshire. Recently, Mississippi Governor, Bobby Jindahl issued an executive order to get rid of Common Core. It was big, rich, liberal money especially from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and other like-minded people who always seem to know better what is good for the "unwashed masses" who supported and encouraged it in the first place (Don't forget that). Like the so-called "affordable Health Care Act", Common Core standards were accepted before anyone had a chance to read the entire program! Surely, we all remember the former Speaker of the House of Representatives telling the nation that we had to pass the health care bill "so we could find out what's in it"! Once we did, the whole thing blew up in everyone's faces. The same is true of Common Core. Initially, no one knew about the mining of data that would be a part of Common Core or the revisionist history or absurd math that would also be results of the new "standards". Arnie Duncan and the Federal Department of Education were the ones making promises of free federal money if Common Core was accepted. Excuse me, but has anyone read the US Constitution lately and especially article I, section 8 wherein are listed the 20 "enumerated" powers of the federal government. Providing for or overseeing education is not one of them. While you're at it, read the 10th Amendment (Bill-of-rights) of the Constitution wherein is written, "The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively or to the people."

Man hurt in rollover accident

MOSES LAKE - A man was seriously injured in a single vehicle rollover accident Wednesday.

Vehicle prowlers lead police on chase

MOSES LAKE - Two vehicle prowlers lead Moses Lake officers on a high-speed chase on their motorcycle Wednesday.

High Times sues Ephrata pot shop over name

SPOKANE - The world's largest marijuana marketing group is suing the owner of Grant County's only pot shop.

History changed

We act according to what we believe. (Obviously a true statement.) We believe according to how we are taught. (Also true -- and the key to control of people.)

Golfers use fundraiser to support Youth Dynamics

BURLINGTON - Recently, several golfers participated in the "100-Hole Golf Marathon" to benefit Youth Dynamics.

Clay: Opening day hunt planned

Bill Green stood in front of me; his face about 12 inches from mine.

Southwest may face 'megadrought' this century

Due to global warming, scientists say, the chances of the southwestern United States experiencing a decade long drought is at least 50 percent, and the chances of a “megadrought” – one that lasts more than 30 years – ranges from 20 to 50 percent over the next century.

ANNOUNCEMENT OF PUBLIC MEETINGS

FRANKLIN COUNTY RFP PRESENTATIONS FOR TRAC (Trade, Recreation, Agriculture Center)

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON

To: Elfido Espinoza Pacheco, Father

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Franklin County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, September 10, 2014, at 9:00 am Pacific Standard Time in the Commissioners’ Meeting Room located in the Franklin County Courthouse at 1016 N. 4th Avenue, Pasco, Washington, to take testimony on whether the moratorium imposed by Franklin County Ordinance No. 7-2013 and extended by Franklin County Ordinance No. 1-2014 should be extended for an additional six months.

Creative fundraising: ALS 'Ice Bucket Challenge'

EDITORIAL

For those who have raised funds or had to meet other financial goals, the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge is a refreshing and invigorating change of pace.

FRANKLIN COUNTY

RECONSTRUCTION AND OVERLAY II – PROJECT FUNDING ESTIMATE

LEGAL NOTICE

The Franklin County Horticultural Pest and Disease Control Board will have its Final 2015 Budget Hearing September 8, 2014 during its regularly scheduled Board meeting September 8, 2014 at 1:30 P.M. at the Emergency Management building, 502 W. Boeing St., Pasco, WA.

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

The Grant County Board of Health will hold a public hearing in the Public Works meeting room at 124 Enterprise St. SE in Ephrata on Wednesday, September 10, 2014 at 7:00 p.m.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON

To: Elfido Espinoza Pacheco, Father

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON

TO THE DEFENDANTS Unknown Heirs and Devisees of Leon Mason; and any persons or parties claiming to have any right, title, estate, lien or interest in the real property described in the complaint:

City of Connell, Washington

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Connell will conduct a PUBLIC HEARING on Tuesday, September 2, 2014 at 6:00 pm, or shortly thereafter, in the Connell City Hall located at 104 E. Adams Street, Connell, Washington for consideration of declaring an extension to the Moratorium Prohibiting the Production, Processing and Retail Sales of Recreational Marijuana in all zoning districts within the City.

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS

Sealed bids, plainly marked “BID FOR STRATFORD ROAD & PATTON BLVD. GRIND/INLAY PROJECT, CRP 14-02 & 14-03” , 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 23, 2014 and will then and there be opened and publicly read for the construction of the improvements.

Notice of Application

PROJECT: A Short plat of a 147 acre parcel into two lots. Lot 1 will be 2.5 acres and will be used for residential purposes.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON

To: Wessley Beck, Father

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS

Sealed bids, plainly marked “BID FOR ADAMS ROAD OVERLAY PROJECT, CRP 14-01”

Ag markets moved mostly higher Thursday

Rising Black Sea tensions supporting the grain markets. Sources have proven that Russian forces are in eastern Ukraine. Meanwhile rebel forces have reportedly occupied the important port town of Mariupol, which may slow the flow of Ukrainian grain to the world market. Corn is less affected than wheat, but that region produces lots of corn as well. September corn rallied 5.75 cents to $3.6175/bushel Wednesday, while December added 4.25 to $3.6925.

Port of Royal Slope waterline extension to be shorter than expected

ROYAL CITY - When the Port of Royal Slope commissioners opened bids two weeks ago for their waterline extension project, they were hoping to extend it to the end of Hiawatha Industrial Park.

Commissioners approve The Gorge zoning change

EPHRATA - Grant County commissioners approved a zoning change on Tuesday that opens the door to allow The Gorge Amphitheatre to expand allowing for more concertgoers and added retail space like a farmer's market, grocery store and outdoor cinema.

Award-winning blues artist coming to Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - An Australian award-winning Blues artist is bringing her unique talent to Moses Lake for two free shows.

Dispute scrambles school improvement process

Some students will be eligible fo no-cost tutoring

MOSES LAKE - A dispute on education policy between the federal and state governments will mean every school district in the state will be offering additional education services to some students.

Moses Lake men charged with theft and burglary

EPHRATA - During the recent Grant County Fair, two men allegedly broke into a Jeep and stole a wallet, then broke into the vehicle owner's home.

New Royal Slope Railroad operator faces a mud slide

ROYAL CITY - There was good news and potentially bad news last week for the Port of Royal Slope (PORS) and others who want to see the Royal Slope Railroad back in service.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON

Estate of ROBERT ALAN BAYLESS, Deceased.

Notice of Application, Public Hearing and Proposed MDNS

Notice is hereby given that a Conditional Use Permit Application, SEPA Checklist, and Variance Application were received by Grant County on 8/7/14 from 52 Eighty, LLC (Contact: Dale Finocchi, 5860 Clarion St., Suite 101, Cumming, GA 30040); and were found to be technically complete on 8/25/14.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

Abbreviated Legal: Lot 4, Putra's Addn, Franklin Co., WA

"Awesome week" predicted for George Bluegrass Festival

GEORGE - The community of George is anticipating an "awesome week" for its 8th annual George, Washington Bluegrass Festival on Sept. 15-21 in the George Community Hall (GCH) and Park.

Warden ready to use experience, depth to excel in new conference

WARDEN - After losing eight players to graduation and a few to fall softball, head coach Dennis Treat thrust several young players into starting roles for Warden volleyball last season.

Ephrata restaurant nominates businesses to complete Ice Bucket Challenge

EPHRATA - Ephrata resident Shasta Bonneville has done the Ice Bucket Challenge three times over the past couple of weeks.

Solid Waste plans area hazardous waste collection opportunity

EPHRATA - Grant County Solid Waste invites businesses and agencies that generate small amounts of hazardous waste to participate in a disposal opportunity on Friday, Sept. 12, at the Ephrata Landfill.

Freedom Wrestling Academy celebrates new gym

MOSES LAKE - Due to the need for more space to accommodate more wrestlers, the Freedom Wrestling Academy is changing locations.

Maria J. Gonsalez

Maria J. Gonsalez, 72, a resident of Warden since 1960 passed away Friday, August 22, 2014 at home surrounded by those who loved her. Viewing will be from 4 to 7 p.m., Tuesday, August 26th at Kayser's Chapel and from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 27th at Queen of All Saints. Holy Rosary will be prayed at 1:30 on Wed, August 27th at Queen of All Saints Catholic Church in Warden followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 2:00 p.m. Interment will be in Sunset Memorial Gardens.

Point leaders extend leads at Ephrata Raceway Park

EPHRATA - With the 2014 race season winding down at Ephrata Raceway Park, the season point leaders extended their leads by taking victories in their main events.

Potholes drowning victim identified as Tiffany Cohee

MOSES LAKE - A woman who drowned at Potholes Reservoir last week was identified as Tiffany Cohee, 30, of Moses Lake.

Truck driver injured in accident near I-90

MOSES LAKE - A trucker was hurt after a semi rolled over on an interstate on-ramp near Moses Lake.

School starts this week throughout Columbia Basin

Schools opening Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday

WILSON CREEK - It's not the official end, but as far as the kids are concerned summer ends this week when children around the Columbia Basin trek back to school.

Livestock futures outperformed the crop markets Tuesday morning

Monday’s progress report is weighing on the crop markets. The weekly USDA Crop Progress report raised the latest rating for the U.S. corn crop 1%, which made it the second-highest mid-August reading since 1994. The fact that traders were already anticipating a huge harvest doesn’t seem to be limiting the bearish reaction occurring today. September corn slumped 6.0 cents to $3.54/bushel late Tuesday morning, while December lost 5.0 to $3.625.

Most ag markets held up surprisingly well Tuesday

Monday’s progress report weighed the corn market. The weekly USDA Crop Progress report raised the latest rating for the U.S. corn crop 1%, which made it the second-highest mid-August reading since 1994. The fact that traders were already anticipating a huge harvest may have limited the bearish reaction later in the day. September corn settled 4.0 cents lower at $3.56/bushel Tuesday, while December lost 2.5 to $3.65.

ORDINANCE 14-04

The City of Royal City has adopted Ordinance 14-09 Amending the 2014 budget as adopted by ordinance 13-14.

Superior Court of Washington

In re: Elizabeth Mejia Frasco, Petitioner, and Ismael Gonzalez Magdaleno, Respondent

PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE

The City Council of the City of Royal City has set a Budget Workshop to plan and discuss revenue and expenditures for the 2015 Annual Budget to begin at 6:30 pm on September 2, 2014. The workshop will be held before the regularly scheduled Council Meeting at City of Royal City Council Chambers, 445 Camelia Street, NE. The public is invited and encouraged to attend.

ORDINANCE 14-04

The City of Royal City has adopted Ordinance 14-09 Amending the 2014 budget as adopted by ordinance 13-14. This ordinance was passed on the 19th day of August, 2014, and shall be in full force and effect five days after the publication of this summary as provided by law. Any person may obtain the full text of this ordinance by mail without charge by request to City Hall, PO Box 1239, Royal City WA 99357 or in person at 445 Camelia Street NE, Royal City.

Ceramics class offered at Big Bend

MOSES LAKE - Big Bend Community College will offer a community education ceramics class beginning Sept. 17.

Notice of Application and Public Hearing

PROJECT: A Variance to two Performance & Use Standards as defined in GCC § 23.08.020(f), in order to enable the construction of a 7’-4” tall security fence along three property lines of an approximately 2.50-acre parcel in the Urban Commercial 2 zoning district of Grant County.

PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE

The City Council of the City of Royal City has set a Budget Workshop to plan and discuss revenue and expenditures for the 2015 Annual Budget to begin at 6:30 pm on September 2, 2014.

Moses Lake helps get kids ready for school

MOSES LAKE - Hundreds of Basin students are a little more prepared for the start of school this week, thanks to Serve Moses Lake's Back 2 School event Saturday.

Food drive to be part of Dave Matthews concert

Band also will sponsor fundraiser during three-day concert

GEORGE - The Dave Matthews Band will partner with a local farmer and area food banks to conduct a fundraising and canned food drive while the band is performing at the Gorge Amphitheatre on Aug. 30.

MLPD warns drivers to slow down for students

MOSES LAKE - With school starting Wednesday in Moses Lake, the Moses Lake Police Department urges drivers to show care and caution in school zones.

Food drive to be part of Dave Matthews concert

Band also will sponsor fundraiser during three-day concert

GEORGE - The Dave Matthews Band will partner with a local farmer and area food banks to conduct a fundraising and canned food drive while the band is performing at the Gorge Amphitheatre on Aug. 30.

Tiffany Lynn Cohee

Tiffany Lynn Cohee, (Age 30), aka "TLC" to her close friends, unexpectedly lost her life on Sunday, August 17th while rafting with family and friends at the Potholes Reservoir State Park.

Former Moses Lake wrestlers holding first ever reunion

MOSES LAKE - The bond wrestlers share runs deep.

Warrior Cruise raises funds for local veteran

MOSES LAKE - Dozens of drivers took their motorcycles, trucks and classic cars to the streets of Moses Lake Saturday evening to help raise money for an area veteran.

After 18 years, Deb Polito is on to something new

First employee of Moses Lake Boys and Girls Club leaves the job

MOSES LAKE - Deb Polito was in on the founding of the Boys and Girls Club.

2012 Mattawa Distinguished Woman doing well at UW

MATTAWA - Folks around here should be happy to know that Jessica Martinez, Mattawa's 2012 Distinguished Young Woman, is happy at the University of Washington.

Siphon setting contest at the Grant County Fair

MOSES LAKE - The "World Championship" siphon setting contest at the Grant County Fair attracted newbies and experienced competitors over the weekend. The event also continued to be a family tradition among some contestants. 

SUPERIOR COURT, STATE OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF GRANT

In the Matter of the Estate of: ESTELLE W. STEINKIRCHNER, Deceased.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

Abbreviated Legal: Lot 2, Blk 4, Larson Plat No. 2, Vol 6, Pg 2, Grant County, WA

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

Abbreviated Legal: Lt 9 Blk 4 Larson Plat #2, Grant Co., WA

Corrected Notice of Application

August 25, 2014

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

Abbreviated Legal: Lot 221 & 223, Blk 4, Coulee City and Vacated Ptn McEntree Street less W5' Lot 221, Grant Co., WA

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

Abbreviated Legal: Lts 9-14 Blk 5 Warden, Grant Co., WA

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

Abbreviated Legal: LOT 13, BLK 4, LARSON PLAT, Grant Co., WA

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

Abbreviated Legal: TX#11190 SWNWNE 28-21-26 E.W.M., Grant County, WA

Crescent Bar residents score another victory

Port of Quincy switches sides in lawsuit

CRESCENT BAR – The residents of Crescent Bar Island scored a major victory recently when the Port of Quincy settled and agreed to testify, if necessary, to facts that could be damaging to the Grant PUD in its defense against a lawsuit by the residents.

Crescent Bar residents score another victory

Port of Quincy switches sides in lawsuit

CRESCENT BAR – The residents of Crescent Bar Island scored a major victory recently when the Port of Quincy settled and agreed to testify, if necessary, to facts that could be damaging to the Grant PUD in its defense against a lawsuit by the residents.

Boys and Girls Club construction continues

Club will be open at Third Avenue location when school starts

MOSES LAKE -

Annual Sip of the Slope set

for September 20th

ROYAL CITY - The annual Sip of the Slope wine tasting festival, which is growing in stature and popularity, will be celebrated on Saturday, Sept. 20, at the Royal City Community Center.

New 'water trail' at Priest Rapids pool by 2016

New canoe and kayak launches with trails to and from parking lots

BEVERLY - The Grant County PUD will build new riverbank launch spots for canoes and kayaks along the shoreline of the Priest Rapids Recreation Area.

Mattawa's Bianca Ramirez: State program life-long memory

MATTAWA - Mattawa Distinguished Young Woman Bianca Ramirez did not win at the state competition in Pullman recently, but she is happy to have been there.

Prosecutor candidates cast blame at each other after court ruling

EPHRATA - Candidates vying for the county's top prosecutor spot are slinging accusations after a state appellate court decision ruled a county coroner's assistant should not sign death certificates.

PTO glow race planned for September night

ROYAL CITY - All you kids - and adults - who complain there is nothing fun to do in South County on a Saturday night won't be able to sustain that argument after Sept. 13.

Cougars on the Prowl

Warden's move down to 2B could pay postseason dividentds

WARDEN - One win shy of a state tournament berth a year ago, Warden girls soccer hopes its move down to the 2B classification will help lengthen the Cougars' postseason run.

Golf winners for Hot Desert Nights

DESERT AIRE - The competition was keen at the Hot Desert Nights golf tournament at Desert Aire Golf Course. There was a tie for first place and third place in the open division, and the winners and runners-up in the handicap division were separated by just half a stroke.

Cleon H. Watson

Cleon H. Watson, a Moses Lake resident since 1953, passed away on Tuesday, August 19, 2014 at Lake Ridge Solana Alzheimer's Care Center. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM, on Monday, August 25, 2014 at Kayser's Chapel of Memories, with Pastor Jo Ann Schaadt officiating. Interment will follow at Pioneer Memorial Gardens. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a note for the family at www.kayserschapel.com. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory.

Fresh News from MarDon

Late August with a relatively low water level on Potholes Reservoir the fishing is simply great.

Quincy man dies in crash

GEORGE - A fatal crash on Thursday left a Quincy man dead and another Quincy resident in the hospital.

Royal Slope Seniors set September 4th lunch

ROYAL CITY - The Royal Slope Seniors (RSS) will be traveling to Mattawa on the first Thursday in September to enjoy a noon lunch at Tiddaly Diddaly's.

Countdown to September first hunting openers

September is the beginning of many hunting seasons. Read the regulations, if you don't already have the seasons memorized. Many Washington waters

Fairchild airmen visit Grant County Fair

Two airmen and five dependents traveled from Fairchild to Moses Lake to attend the Grant County Fair. One family of four needed to cancel at the last minute. Our timeline of a 10 a.m. departure from Fairchild and a 12 noon arrival at the fairgrounds held true.

Notice of Application

PROJECT: A Short Subdivision of an approximately 23.50 acre parcel into 4 lots.

Notice of Application & Proposed DNS

Notice is hereby given that a SEPA Checklist received by Grant County on August 07, 2014 from Vincent Bryan were found to be technically complete on August 15, 2014.

BBCC fall and winter sports schedules announced

MOSES LAKE - Fall and winter sports schedules for Big Bend Community College athletics were announced Wednesday.

Job Corps celebrates 50 years

Signing of law commemorated with success stories, cake

MOSES LAKE - David Gillett said it wasn't easy, but he got help and he made it. The place he turned to for help was the Columbia Basin Job Corps.

Fire devastation hits home

ROYAL CITY - Lynn Lindsey grew up in the Methow Valley, camping, fishing, hunting and snowmobiling in the great outdoors.

Fishin' Magician: Dave Graybill

One of the benefits of living in Leavenworth is being so close to the Icicle River.

New veterans office opens in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - The nearly 6,000 veterans in Grant County have a new place to get help completing benefit paperwork and receiving counseling.

McKnight, Grammer face off in November for assessor

EPHRATA - Grant County Assessor Laure Grammar and county public records officer Melissa McKnight will square off in the General Election to be the county's next assessor.

Our duty as voters

It is our duty to be well-educated voters! Public education no longer teaches the thinking of the men who wrote the United States Constitution, nor the changes in the language over more than 200 years. Schools do not teach the information from Congressman B. Carroll Reece's early 1950s Congressional investigation into the corruption of public education. Schools do not teach morality, respect for other people, or even self respect!

People should get involved in animal welfare

I recently visited a local fair and stopped by an exhibit where they had several wild animals. They were in small cages totally enclosed other than a wire top where a fan was placed. On this day the temperature was about 100 degrees, and the animals were obviously miserable, and likely in distress. There was no room for them to move around, and I observed one with wood chips in a bowl, but no water. I was very upset to observe what I consider animal cruelty, but even more upset at the disconcern of people who observe this and choose not be responsible or involved. I wonder how we as humans would feel if we were locked up in a small cage unable to move around or walk for hours, days, and possibly weeks at a time.

Lions appreciate Job Corps, Skills Center

The Moses Lake Lions would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge a special thanks to our Columbia Basin Technical Skills Center and the Columbia Basin Job Corps Culinary Department for extending many hands to help us with our Lion's Dessert Bar at the Grant County Fair.

Congratulations, Job Corps

While the atmosphere was festive and laid back, the stories shared at the Columbia Basin Jobs Corps 50th anniversary were anything but. They were inspiring and meaningful. They are stories to be retold and shared with others for inspiration.

Strong state employment but warning lights are flashing

GUEST EDITORIAL

The good news is Washington is separating itself from the national jobless rate. In July, an average 6.2 percent of Americans were looking for work, while Washington State's unemployment rate dropped to 5.6 percent.

Rich Hums and Strums to Victory

Jack D. Wood

Jack D. Wood, 86, longtime Moses Lake resident passed away peacefully in his sleep Monday, August 18th at Moses Lake Senior Living. Funeral services will be Friday, August 22nd at Kayser's Chapel at 2:00 p.m., with viewing from 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Interment with Military Honors will follow at Pioneer Memorial Gardens. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a note for the family at www.kayserschapel.com. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory.

Kickoff party today for Moses Lake Alzheimer's walk

MOSES LAKE - Basin residents will be able to join national efforts to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer's research as the Walk to End Alzheimer's takes place in Moses Lake for the first time next month.

Woman dies inner-tubing at Potholes Reservoir

POTHOLES RESERVOIR - A 30-year-old woman died Sunday afternoon while inner-tubing in the Potholes Reservoir. Drowning is suspected.

Many groups make the fair great

The article on Fairground food booths was very good and well-deserved by the organizations named but it did not go far enough.

City of Moses Lake

Notice of Public Hearing

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

CARPET AND ADHESIVE PURCHASE – TRAC CENTER - ATRIUM

CITY OF MESA

ORDINANCE NO. 14-05

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY

The Superior Court of Grant County has directed the undersigned Sheriff of Grant County to sell the property described below to satisfy a judgment in the above entitled action. The property to be sold is described as follows:

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS

Sealed bids, plainly marked “BID FOR ADAMS ROAD OVERLAY PROJECT, CRP 14-01”

U.S. soft red winter wheat hit hard by head scab

This year, soft red winter wheat has been hit badly by the head scab fungus, which develops when it rains during the crop's key growing period. The can produce vomitoxin, a chemical that is poisonous to humans and livestock when consumed at high levels, reports Reuters.

The Gorge among top 5 tax payers in county

GEORGE - An economic study released this week to the Columbia Basin Herald shows Live Nation, the company that owns The Gorge Amphitheatre, paid about $1.5 million in taxes to Grant County in 2013 and has paid $5.3 million to the county since 2009.

Hund Park hosts food, games & fun

MATTAWA - Hund Memorial Park was festive last weekend as Mattawa area residents occupied it for the annual Comm"Unity" Days.

Desert Dogs, River Dogs receive recognition

EPHRATA - Although neither the Desert Dogs nor the River Dogs were able to walk away with hardware at the 2014 Senior Babe Ruth League World Series, a few players from each team were still honored.

Drug drop-boxes added in Royal

ROYAL CITY - Residents have the opportunity to drop off their leftover medicine safely, anonymously, and securely at a new drug take-back site at the Royal City Police Department.

SGL settles Ecology air quality violations

Agreement will bring new electric vehicle charging station to Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - SGL Automotive Carbon Fibers will be building a new electric vehicle charging station in Moses Lake.

William (Bill) Greek Pryor

William (Bill) Greek Pryor, a 45-year old resident of Moses Lake passed away on August 8, 2014.

Identity of Potholes drowning victim released

Tiffany Cohee fell off inner tube into fast-moving water

MOSES LAKE - A woman who drowned at Potholes Reservoir Sunday afternoon was identified as Tiffany Cohee, 30, of Moses Lake.

Victim in Soap Lake fire identified

SOAP LAKE - A man who died in a Sunday morning fire was identified as David C. Dally, 58.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON

Estate of ROBERT ALAN BAYLESS, Deceased.

'Burst the Bug' event deemed a success

MOSES LAKE - You could say the bug successfully 'burst' for the second year in a row.

Knights of Veritas stage Faire

TRINIDAD - Veritas Medieval Faire, staged by the Knights of Veritas of Ellensburg, will make its debut on Saturday, Aug. 23, at White Heron Cellars, on the hill above Trinidad.

Alice Virginia Hanson Herold

Alice Virginia Hanson Herold was born in Boise, Idaho, January 3rd, 1923 to Seymour and Virginia Hanson. She passed away August 16th at Guardian Angel Homes in Richland, WA. Alice never met a stranger, she would talk to anyone, anywhere, about anything. She counted many of her children's friends as part of the family.

James L. Brown

Long-time Moses Lake resident James L. Brown passed away early in the morning of August 13, 2014 at the age of 93 in Samaritan Healthcare in Moses Lake, Wash.

Foul play not suspected in baby boy's death at Potholes

OTHELLO - A Grant County spokesman said Monday the death of a 3-month-old boy at Potholes State Park is not believed to be criminal in nature or associated with foul play.

Andrew Perkins new Royal athletic director

ROYAL CITY - Long-time teacher and coach Andrew Perkins has been elevated to the position of athletic director (AD) of the Royal School District.

Unidentified woman, 30, drowns at Potholes

Name withheld pending completion of autopsy

EPHRATA - A 30-year-old woman was an apparent drowning victim after she fell off an inner tube at the Potholes Reservoir Sunday afternoon.

John E. Chandler

John E. Chandler, Sr., 78, long time Moses Lake resident passed away at Columbia Basin Hospital in Ephrata on August 7, 2014. Memorial services will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, August 23, 2014 at Lake City Foursquare Church, 333 N. Central Drive with Pastor David Chandler officiating. 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.

GRANT COUNTY WATER CONSERVANCY BOARD

Notice of Applications for Change of Superseding

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY

TO: ALEJANDRO REYNA and anyone claiming a parental interest.

GRANT COUNTY WATER CONSERVANCY BOARD

Notice of Application for Change of Superseding

GRANT COUNTY WATER CONSERVANCY BOARD

Notice of Applications for Change of Superseding

GRANT COUNTY WATER CONSERVANCY BOARD

Notice of Application for Change of Superseding

Linda Gustafson

I have suffered from recurring neck pain that radiates into my back for many years. Dr. Jones has managed to get the injury under control to the point I am able to return to exercising and lifting items I would not have thought about six months ago. And all this took only a month. It's so great not having the constant headaches and neck and shoulder pain. The most important part of this return to good health comes from a doctor who listens to your problem and takes action to repair it. To be headache, neck ache and backache free is wonderful. I would recommend Dr. Jones to anyone. He is a very caring and understanding doctor and so down-to-earth. The office personnel are the best.

Mrs. Sharon Grandpre

We moved to Moses Lake, WA, March, 2006 from Fair Oaks, CA. I had been taking treatments for 13 years every one to two weeks under a chiropractor's care in Rosemill, CA. I hadn't got in touch with Dr. Gregg until 6 months later here in Moses Lake. My lower back was bothering me. After four or five treatments it feels great!! I really recommend him highly. Thank you, Dr. Gregg, for relieving my lower back pain and subluxations in my neck.

Erich VonGrey

When I began treatments at HealthSource I was having trouble sleeping, working, sitting, standing, and getting in and out of my work vehicle because of the pain my low back, leg and neck. Dr. Jones suggested I be treated with spinal decompression, spinal adjustments, and physical therapy. With the staff in the therapy room I was walking and working much better. I always had a lot of fun in the therapy room. I looked forward to going because I always felt better when I left. HealthSource was always good about working around my work schedule. I would definitely recommend HealthSouce to my family and friends.

Darcy Johnson

When I was referred to Dr. Jones, I was in severe pain and my left leg was numb. He immediately got me an MRI and discovered I had a herniated disk. Dr. Jones sat down with my husband and I and explained my recovery options. This allowed us to make a well informed decision and build a comprehensive recovery plan involving my family. The next day Dr. Jones had me on the decompression unit and by the end of the week I was already feeling less pain. After only twenty treatments, accompanied with physical therapy, I am back to walking gardening, and having no pain.

Shirley Miner

For the last two years I wondered if I would ever live without constant pain in my lower back and numbness/tingling/pain in my leg. Physical therapy and epidural injections were not successful. My remaining options were pain medications and/or back surgery. However, after five weeks of decompression therapy my symptoms are so greatly reduced they no longer impact my quality of life in a negative way. I am able to sleep comfortably through the night, have resumed walking one plus miles per day and can now keep up with my 18 month old twin grandsons!

Judy Adair

Before going to HealthSource I had a numbing, aching, burning feeling in my lower back and I could not move freely. I could not walk, stand, or work for long periods of time without feeling that awful lower back pain. I went to my doctor and he prescribed ibuprofen and muscle relaxants. They would only cover the pain for a short time. After receiving chiropractic adjustments and doing the progressive rehab that Dr. Jones prescribed I can move more freely without pain. I no longer need the ibuprofen or muscle relaxants, instead I take the vitamins Dr. Jones prescribed. I have shared with my friends how great I feel after seeing Dr. Jones and how helpful the staff has been in assisting me during my visits.

Kathy Isaak

Before coming to HealthSouce I had a lot of pain in my left arm and it would go numb. I could not sit, sleep, or stand for very long. I tried ice packs, ibuprofen, my hot tub, and hot showers. Nothing worked for any length of time. Now that I have been to HealthSource there is no pain. I did just what Dr. Jones said to do. I exercised three times a day, everyday. Now I can golf, fish, and do housework with no pain. It takes two, the doctor and you to make it work. If you do just what they tell you to do you will feel great. I would recommend HealthSource to anyone because it works.

Christine Reuter

I bought a Star Treatment Coupon from my nephew as a fund raiser for his baseball team. It entitled me to a 20 minute stress massage. All of the proceeds went to help my nephew's baseball team. The massage therapist was amazing and I left ten times more relaxed than when I came in. The staff was friendly, knowledgeable, and serves the patients so they want to come back again and again. HealthSource is a very family friendly clinic that I would recommend to my friends and family.

David Alvarado

I would like to thank HealthSource. When I began treatment in February 2008 I had headaches and neck and back pain. After attending your office three times weekly for a month, as recommended, my health has had a huge improvement. Now I no longer get headaches or have neck pain like I once did. My wife and I would like to thank you for all the hard work that you, Dr. Jones, and your staff has done for me.

Heather Tuerk

I had just spent 2 weeks in the hospital for headaches when they told me they couldn't help me. I came to HealthSource crippled with pain. Dr. Jones and his staff said they could help; and they did! They have my hope and my life back! My family and I are so thankful. Thank you HealthSource for a headache free life!

Norma Geer

For the first time in 4 years I stood in the kitchen and cooked for 2 1/2 hours. When I was done for the first time NO PAIN! I almost cried. For the first time in 4 years I see a future without pain.

Ag markets are decidedly mixed at midsession Tuesday

Talk of large production is depressing corn futures. Corn futures proved unable to sustain their early-week follow-through to last week’s late rally and turned downward yesterday. Preliminary results of an ongoing crop tour seem to be weighing on the corn and bean markets. September corn stalled at $3.6075/bushel late Monday morning, while December sagged 0.75 to $3.7075.

Siphon tube setting contest continues tradition

MOSES LAKE - The "World Championship" siphon setting contest at the Grant County Fair attracted newbies and experienced competitors over the weekend. The event also continued to be a family tradition among some contestants.

Moses Lake brothers face attempted murder, assault charges

EPHRATA - Moses Lake brothers were arrested and charged with attempted murder and assault with a deadly weapon after they reportedly told police they beat up two men who accused their mother of being an evil witch.

Job Corps to celebrate 50 years Wednesday

MOSES LAKE - The Columbia Basin Job Corps office will celebrate the coming 50th anniversary of the program at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Job Corps campus, 24th Ave. NE, Moses Lake.

Sister City students enjoy Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - It was hard to tell what Yonezawa students Hinata Kokubun, Tomoka Takahashi and Ryota Saito were more excited about Thursday night - the Moses Lake Roundup Rodeo or the carnival rides and games at the Grant County Fair.

5 injured in car wreck near George

GEORGE, Wash. (AP) - The Grant County Sheriff's Office says two men broke their necks and three others were also injured when their car rolled over after failing to make a curve near George.

Man dies in early morning Soap Lake fire

Six-apartment complex damaged, residents forced to relocate

SOAP LAKE - An early-morning fire in Soap Lake killed one man and severely damaged an entire six-unit apartment complex Sunday.

SUPERIOR COURT, STATE OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF GRANT

In the Matter of the Estate of: ESTELLE W. STEINKIRCHNER, Deceased.

Superior Court of Washington

In re: Elizabeth Mejia Frasco, Petitioner, and Ismael Gonzalez Magdaleno, Respondent

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Board of County Commissioner will conduct a public hearing in accordance with Chapter 25.12 of the Grant County Unified Development Code to consider proposed amendments to the Grant County Comprehensive Plan submitted in accordance with the criteria listed in the Unified Development Code adopted in October, 2000 and as subsequently amended, and in accordance with State Law RCW 36.70A.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

Abbreviated Legal: LOT 7, BLK 5, CAMPBELL-MICHEL ESTATES #2, GRANT CO., WA

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

Abbreviated Legal: LT 11 & PTN LT 12 BLK 5 SWARTS ADD TO QUINCY, GRANT CO., WA

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS

BIOSOLIDS LAND APPLICATION PROJECT - 2014

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

Abbreviated Legal: Lot 2, Block 12, Eph. Hgts 1st, Grant Co., WA

Woman, 30, believed to have drowned in Potholes Reservoir

EPHRATA — A 30-year-old woman was an apparent drowning victim after she fell off an inner tube at the Potholes Reservoir Sunday afternoon.

Foul play not suspected in baby boy's death at Potholes State Park

OTHELLO — A Grant County spokesman said Monday the death of a 3-month-old boy at Potholes State Park is not believed to be criminal or associated with foul play.

Desert Aire Airport needs public support to complete upgrade

DESERT AIRE - Desert Aire Airport (DAA) commissioners and its manager say the landing-takeoff strip is in dire need of replacement, and they are appealing to the South County public to pitch in.

Health and Wellness Expo returns Sept. 27

MOSES LAKE - Basin residents will get the chance to meet with local and regional healthcare professionals during the Central Washington Health and Wellness Expo next month.

West Nile Virus danger detected in Grant County

EPHRATA - Grant County Mosquito Control District No. 1 has been notified that nine mosquito samples submitted for testing were positive for West Nile Virus, the first detection of the virus in Grant County this year.

Alabama Rawdogs defend Senior Babe Ruth World Series crown

EPHRATA - For three innings, Klamath Falls had the defending champions on the ropes.

Man dies in early morning Soap Lake fire

SOAP LAKE - An early-morning fire in Soap Lake on Division Street killed one man and severely damaged an entire six-unit apartment complex Sunday.

Local school districts pass 2014-15 budgets

Ephrata officials buying portable classrooms to accommodate overflow

EPHRATA - With the school year less than a month away, Columbia Basin school districts are adopting 2014-15 budgets.

Washburn wins three events at zone meet

FEDERAL WAY - Moses Lake Manta Ray swimmer Zachary Washburn won three events at the Western Zone Swimming Championships in Federal Way recently.

August is National Breastfeeding Awareness Month

MATTAWA - The month of August has been designated nation wide as the month to raise awareness about the importance of breastfeeding babies. 

Death of staffer leads to change at city hall

MATTAWA - Mattawa City Hall had to sadly go about the business re-organizing recently because of the death of Deputy Clerk-Treasurer Diane Martinez on July 31.

Fund raising through the fair food court

Fair food raises money for scholarships, activities, good works

MOSES LAKE - People visit the Grant County Fair to watch (and root for) exhibitors in the show ring, to look at the exhibits, ride the carnival rides, go to the demolition derby or the rodeo.

Royal volunteer firefighters help battle blazes across state

ROYAL CITY - Grant County Fire District Nos. 10-11, based here, have been helping battle wildfires burning in eastern Washington, according to Public Information Officer Christian Davis.

James (Jim) Harlow Ross

James (Jim) Harlow Ross, 82, peacefully passed away Wednesday, August 13, 2014 at the Coventry House in Othello, Washington.

More hunting seasons open in a couple weeks

The forest grouse seasons opens on Sept. 1 and continues through Dec. 31. The limit is four a day with a possession limit of 12 straight or mixed bag.

Didier scores big victory margin in Congressional primary

CONNELL - It appears name recognition played a big role in some, if not all of the primary election races important to the Royal Register readership.

Fresh News from MarDon

Now is the time for a good family fishing trip to Potholes Reservoir.

Fair and Rodeo time

The Sept. 4, 1952 edition of the Columbia Basin Herald screamed to readers, "It's Fair and Rodeo Time" and the headline is true today.

Notice of Application

PROJECT: Construct a 3’ wide concrete path with 6’ wide gravel shoulder from existing trail/campground in order to provide access to the Columbia River Shoreline.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

LOT 7, TIERRA HEIGHTS SHORT PLAT, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 6 OF SHORT PLATS, PAGES 56 AND 57, RECORDS OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON. Tax Parcel No: 311740000, commonly known as 1410 MONROE STREET, MOSES LAKE, WA.

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NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS

BIOSOLIDS LAND APPLICATION PROJECT - 2014

Ordinance No. 2723

An ordinance of the City of Moses Lake extending a moratorium on the establishment of medical marijuana collective gardens, defining “medical marijuana collective gardens”; providing for a public hearing; establishing an effective date, and providing that the moratorium, unless extended, will sunset within six (6) months of the date of adoption.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

LOT 7, TIERRA HEIGHTS SHORT PLAT, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 6 OF SHORT PLATS, PAGES 56 AND 57, RECORDS OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON. Tax Parcel No: 311740000, commonly known as 1410 MONROE STREET, MOSES LAKE, WA.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

Lot 2 and the West half of Lot 3, Block 3, Warden Heights, according to the plat thereof recorded in Volume 3 of Plats, page 42, records of Grant County, Washington.

Gorge Aerosmith concert is still on for Saturday

GEORGE — Live Nation General Manager Danny Wilde said contrary to media reports, the Aerosmith concert scheduled for Saturday at the Gorge Amphitheatre is still a go.

Ag markets flailed around with little net movement Friday morning

Corn futures began Friday on a firm note. The annual USDA report on farmer enrollment in subsidy programs was published early this morning. They enrolled 83.322 million acres of corn, with 1.54 million classified as ‘prevent planted.’ Nearby futures rose modestly in response, since the indicated acreage totals seemed surprisingly small. September corn gained 4.0 cents to $3.66/bushel around midsession Friday, while December climbed 4.5 to $3.78.

Demo derby ignites Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - The Grant County Fairgrounds Rodeo Arena was filled to capacity as fans welcomed back the annual Moses Lake Demolition Derby.

First Mattawa Makeover mural to be shown

MATTAWA - The Wahluke School District is starting the first year of the three-year Mattawa Makeover project, and there will be a big splash on Saturday, Aug. 16, during Comm"Unity" Days.

Sid Sackman is 2014 Hay King

Best dairy alfalfa entry at Grant County Fair

MOSES LAKE - Sid Sackman, of Moses Lake, submitted the most nutritious bale of alfalfa and was crowned Hay King for the 2014 Grant County Fair.

Bread, Cheese, Cured Meat festival on tap

TRINIDAD - Artisan bread, cheese, cured meat, and live music are coming to White Heron Cellars on Saturday, Aug. 16, at 6:30 p.m. for the annual Bread, Cheese & Cured Meat festival.

Desert Dogs ousted by San Gabriel Valley at WS

EPHRATA - Postponed a day due to inclement weather, a perfect storm of defensive miscues by the Desert Dogs and explosive offense by San Gabriel Valley ended the younger Columbia Basin squad's Senior Babe Ruth World Series run in the quarterfinals.

Big Bend brings STEM learning to students

MOSES LAKE - Big Bend Community College is continuing efforts to get more kids interested in STEM learning.  

Fishin' Magician: Dave Graybill

Friday, August 15th

Thank you Lowe's

Wow! New carts; as I said thank you, no more black and blue marks and pinched hands or fingers. I know some of you remember my husband and me.

Rare storm causes chaos for Ritzville drivers

RITZVILLE - A massive dust storm known as a haboob wreaked havoc on drivers near Ritzville Tuesday night, causing two multi-car collisions and leaving five people injured.

Sidney Lawrence Hiatt

Sidney Lawrence Hiatt, a resident of Ephrata, WA passed away at home August 10, 2014 at the age of 78. He was born December 3, 1935 in Vale, OR to Joel Walter and Clara Matilda Keele Hiatt.

Bathtubs, smokestacks and a five-star resort: Lessons from Kohler, Wisconsin

GUEST EDITORIAL

Today, there is a tendency to look with distain at manufacturing facilities, especially those located on working waterfronts. Historically, those factories were sited there because the raw materials and finished products could be transported only by water.

Ideas on how to restructure wild meat

My friend Bill Witt called a few days ago. We discussed our vegetable gardens, upcoming camping trips and outdoor cooking.

Grant County Fair connects youth with community

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

Rate cost workshop last week of August

Commissioners will get results of 'cost of service' study Aug. 26

EPHRATA - The results of a "cost of service" study will be presented to the Grant County PUD commissioners at their regular meeting Aug. 26, and then to PUD customers on a date still to be determined.

'Better safe than sorry' fair closure costs nearly $100,000

MOSES LAKE - Grant County Fair Director Jerry Gingrich said the tough decision to close the fair on Tuesday afternoon because of an approaching storm cost taxpayers nearly $100,000.

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON

NOTICE AND SUMMONS IN FORECLOSURE OF TAX AND IRRIGATION LIENS IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON FOR FRANKLIN COUNTY

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

Bishop - Hartwig

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF FRANKLIN

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: JOHN W. BIGLIN, Deceased.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY

The Superior Court of Grant County has directed the undersigned Sheriff of Grant County to sell the property described below to satisfy a judgment in the above entitled action. The property to be sold is described as follows:

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FRANKLIN COUNTY

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that there has been proposed to the Franklin County Planning Commission an application by Mike Detrick, 372 Clovernook Street, Richland, WA 99352 for a Conditional Use Permit, CUP 2014-04.

NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING

The Board of Commissioners of Franklin County Cemetery District No. 2 will hold its REGULAR MONTHLY meeting at 1:00 p.m. on August 20, 2014, at Connell Fire Hall - Training Room, 625 S. Columbia Avenue, Connell, Washington

Statistical model predicts performance of hybrid rice

Genomic prediction, a new field of quantitative genetics, is a statistical approach to predicting the value of an economically important trait in a plant, such as yield or disease resistance. The method works if the trait is heritable, as many traits tend to be, and can be performed early in the life cycle of the plant, helping reduce costs.

Ag markets diverged somewhat Thursday morning

The export data boosted corn futures Thursday morning. The ag industry is clearly expected huge fall corn production, but traders sometimes forget that demand is also quite strong. They were reminded of that fact by the weekly USDA Export Sales report, which stated corn commitments above industry forecasts. That’s a big reason for subsequent gains. September corn bounced 2.25 cents to $3.6025/bushel around midsession Thursday, while December gained 2.0 to $3.7175.

WWII hero shares story with sub vets

ELLENSBURG - The annual Submarine Veterans of Central and Eastern Washington picnic this Saturday, Aug. 16, will feature a visit by a man who participated in a daring capture on the high seas in 1944.

Creativity shines at Sawhorse Cow contest

MOSES LAKE - "Cow-A-Bunga" the Ninja cow (also known as the Defender of the Barn in some circles) sits next to "Red, White and Moo," the patriotic cow at the Grant County Fairgrounds.

Moses Lake school might offer construction bond

Proposal would be on February ballot, if board decides to offer bond

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake School District officials are seeking volunteers to work on a committee to determine whether or not to offer a construction bond proposal to voters.

Dogs Out

Columbia Basin River Dogs lose to Team Cape Cod in Senior Babe Ruth World Series quarterfinals, 6-3

Moses Lake wrestling receives donation

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake wrestling program received a generous donation recently after roughly $7,000 was raised by local sponsors and community members at the Moses Lake Wrestling Golf Tournament.

Garth Dano leads in prosecutor's race

EPHRATA - Moses Lake defense attorney Garth Dano leads current Grant County Prosecuting Attorney Angus Lee by more than 2,200 votes in the race to be the county's top prosecutor, according to election data from county officials.

Creativity shines at Sawhorse Cow contest

MOSES LAKE - "Cow-A-Bunga" the Ninja cow (also known as the Defender of the Barn in some circles) sits next to "Red, White and Moo," the patriotic cow at the Grant County Fairgrounds.

Arthur Oliver Anderson

Arthur Oliver Anderson, 84, of Ephrata, went to be with his Lord and Savior on August 10, 2014. He went peacefully in his home surrounded by those who loved him.

Golf package among prizes at Dog Days of Summer

ROYAL CITY - The annual Dog Days of Summer golf tournament at the Royal Golf Course is set for this Saturday, Aug. 16, and slots are still available.

Garth Dano leads in prosecutor's race

EPHRATA - Moses Lake defense attorney Garth Dano leads current Grant County Prosecuting Attorney Angus Lee by more than 2,200 votes in the race to be the county's top prosecutor, according to election data from county officials.

Ag markets ended Wednesday in decidedly mixed fashion

Corn futures posted a late-Wednesday comeback. Tuesday’s USDA reports implied record U.S. corn yield and harvest totals this fall, which weighed on CBOT futures Tuesday and again Wednesday. However, news of sizeable export sales boosted prices early today. Futures rallied from lower levels later in the day. September corn closed 0.5 cent lower at $3.58/bushel Wednesday, while December gained 0.75 to $3.6975.

Irrigation districts face permitting hurdles

Irrigation districts suffer from many negative impacts of aquatic vegetation including reduced storage capacity in reservoirs, hydroelectric production interference, distorted canals design features, degraded recreational uses, and reduced water quality and wildlife habitat value. With temperatures reaching record highs this year, vegetation is growing fast and thick, which can affect water movement throughout a canal.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON

Estate of ROBERT ALAN BAYLESS, Deceased.

NOTICE OF PESTICIDE APPLICATION

ROYAL SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 160

Notice of Application

PROJECT: A Short Plat of approximately 87.283 acres in order to create three (3) lots from one existing parcel in the Agriculture zoning district of Grant County.

Big Bend summer enrollment down

MOSES LAKE - Big Bend Community College officials will be working to recruit students for the fall 2014 quarter. Summer quarter registration was below the target, and so far fall registration is lagging behind the target as well, according to BBCC officials.

Moses Lake Roundup begins today

MOSES LAKE - The annual Moses Lake Demolition Derby, a main attraction at the Grant County Fair, begins today at the Grant County Fairgrounds Rodeo Arena.

LEGAL NOTICE

Road 19 NE will be closed for work on the Railroad tracks starting 0800 13 August until 1600 14 August.

Ag markets moved mostly lower again Wednesday morning

Corn futures resumed their post-report decline Wednesday morning. Tuesday’s USDA reports implied record U.S. corn yield and harvest totals this fall. Futures reacted poorly to the news and couldn’t sustain overnight efforts to stabilize. Indeed, early morning announcements of fresh export sales also failed to push prices higher. Traders think the USDA forecasts are too low. September corn dipped 1.75 cents to $3.5675/bushel late Wednesday morning, while December lost 1.25 to $3.6775.

On the hunt

Hunter Boyd powers River Dogs into the Babe Ruth World Series quarterfinals

Hunter Boyd powers River Dogs into the Babe Ruth World Series quarterfinals

It's a job just getting ready for the fair

MOSES LAKE - There's not a lot of time to waste, not even on a blast-furnace-hot day in the exhibit buildings at the Grant County Fairgrounds, many of which don't have air conditioning. It's Monday morning and Tuesday is coming fast.

Free breakfast a go

MATTAWA - The Mattawa Area Comm"Unity" Days will serve a free breakfast on Saturday morning, Aug. 16 to kick off the second day of the festival.

Workshop on PUD rate structure later this month

EPHRATA - Grant County PUD operators will sponsor a workshop to explain a rate structure that will set all PUD rates at least through 2023. Tentatively it's scheduled for the last week in August, with the date to be announced, PUD spokesperson Chuck Allen said.

Boy, 14, robbed at gunpoint in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - A 14-year-old Moses Lake boy was reportedly robbed at gunpoint by four men while riding his skateboard home late Sunday night.

Duo help Boys and Girls Club in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - It was a busy afternoon on Friday for Moses Lake residents Ryan Winzler and Scotty Tymczyszyn.

William Carl Ryan

May 6, 1945-August 9, 2014

Larry Dagnon new Moses Lake head XC coach

MOSES LAKE - Larry Dagnon hopes that his success as a cross country coach with Warden High School will transfer to state tournament appearances for his new employer, Moses Lake High School.

Quincy's Pete Romano represents second-generation family business

QUINCY - Pete Romano is a tall man with a ready smile, friendly demeanor, and a firm handshake. The 64-year-old business unit manager of Quincy Farm Chemicals has been working in agriculture nearly his entire life, almost all of that in the family business.

New finance director of Royal City

ROYAL CITY - When Greg Pike moved to his wife Erin Allred's home town of Royal City a couple of years ago, he unknowingly put himself in the path of the type of job for which he had hoped.

Moses Lake School District to run $16.7M levy request

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake School District patrons will decide the fate of a maintenance and operations levy, and possibly a construction bond, in a special election in February. The Moses Lake School Board talked about options for a levy during a special meeting last week.

Moses Lake man sentenced for driving into officer

EPHRATA - A Moses Lake man was sentenced to six months in jail for ramming a Moses Lake police officer with his car during a confrontation in April.

Just how big is the 2014 corn crop? USDA sees record harvest

Cool, ideal summer weather set high expectations for the country’s corn crop, and the USDA’s latest World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report shows just how much the crop benefited.

Corn was the exception to the bearish ag market rule Tuesday

Corn futures bounced on Tuesday’s production data. Today’s USDA Crop Production report stated the forthcoming corn crop at 14.032 billion bushels, which fell moderately below the average of analyst estimates. Global carryout on the WASDE report also fell short of expectations, thereby causing corn futures to edge upward by the end of the day. September corn settled 1.75 cents higher at $3.585/bushel Tuesday, while December crept up 0.75 to $3.69.

Notice of Application & Proposed DNS

Notice is hereby given that a SEPA Checklist received by Grant County on July 31, 2014 from LaRaine Arriola were found to be technically complete on August 05, 2014.

GRANT COUNTY WATER CONSERVANCY BOARD

Notice of Application for Change of Superseding

LEGAL NOTICE

Road 19 NE will be closed for work on the Railroad tracks starting 0800 13 August until 1600 14 August.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY

TO: ALBERT BONDS and anyone claiming a parental interest.

NOTICE OF PESTICIDE APPLICATION

ROYAL SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 160

GRANT COUNTY WATER CONSERVANCY BOARD

Notice of Application for Change of Superseding

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY

TO: ALEJANDRO REYNA and anyone claiming a parental interest.

GRANT COUNTY WATER CONSERVANCY BOARD

Notice of Applications for Change of Superseding

GRANT COUNTY WATER CONSERVANCY BOARD

Notice of Applications for Change of Superseding

NOTICE OF PESTICIDE APPLICATION

ROYAL SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 160

European bees are at their best health level in years

European bees are much healthier than many recent media publications appear to suggest. New field data from nearly 400,000 bee colonies from 21 countries in Europe and the Mediterranean show that overwintering losses of honey bee colonies – an important indicator of general bee health – were at their lowest level in years in 2013/2014.

Ag markets moved mostly lower after Tuesday's USDA reports

Corn futures bounced on Tuesday’s production data. Today’s USDA Crop Production report stated the forthcoming corn crop at 14.032 billion bushels, which fell moderately below the average of analyst estimates. Global carryout on the WASDE report also fell short of expectations, thereby causing corn futures to take back a portion of early losses. September corn slipped 3.5 cents to $3.5325/bushel shortly after Tuesday’s reports were released, while December lost 4.75 to $3.635.

Big Bend brings STEM learning to high school students

MOSES LAKE - Big Bend Community College is continuing efforts to get more kids interested in STEM learning.

Car show for community, foster families

MOSES LAKE - Gleaming 1950s sedans, big 1960s and 1970s muscle cars, Model Ts and a few low-riders filled Civic Center Parks as part of the "Cars for Kids" car show.

Planning commission gives go ahead to Gorge Amphitheatre expansion

EPHRATA - Planning commission members gave a go-ahead for The Gorge Amphitheatre to expand to a master planned resort at their hearing this week.

Moses Lake water park continues to attract talent for FlowRider event

MOSES LAKE - The annual FlowRider Competition returned to Moses Lake Saturday, bringing out some of the best talent from across Grant County to show off their surfing skills.

Ephrata man dies in crash

EPHRATA - A 71-year-old Ephrata man died Thursday night in a rollover crash about five miles south of Ephrata.

Whalen ties for 7th at WJGA state tournament

SPOKANE - Ephrata's Aaron Whalen posted a 54-hole score of 223 and finished tied for seventh in the Boys 16-17 division at the 2014 Washington Junior Golf Association Boys State Championships at Manito Golf and Country Club.

Two shootings reported in Larson Housing area

Moses Lake - Gunshots again rang out Thursday night and early Friday morning in the Larson Housing Area, leaving a car damaged and a stray bullet through a woman's living room.

River Dogs fall to Rawdogs

After Hunter Beard's walk-off home run

EPHRATA - With one swing of the bat the Columbia Basin River Dogs' chances of advancing in the Babe Ruth World Series took a tremendous blow Sunday.

Glen R. Hult

Born January 14, 1929 in Shelley Idaho and died peacefully August 4th, 2014. He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Verna Hult; one son and daughter in-law Brent and Gwen Hult; one daughter and son in-law Loretta and Fred Legault; grandchildren Annie and Jeremy Shuler, Arron Hult, Jon Sterling, Derik and Kristina Sterling, Jody Legault, Jerad and Jill Legault. Five Great grandchildren Riley Bachman Cook, Annica Davis, Kylan Legault, Devin Sterling, Natalie Shuler, Eli Legault, J J Shuler and Isaak Legault. Preceded in death by his parents, Leonard and Irene Hult, brother Kay Hult, and one son, Weston Hult.

Fiesta Amistad draws big crowd

Two nights of live music in Othello

OTHELLO - Take a gorgeous summer evening, add live music, and the result is a lot of people in Lions Park for the return of American Fiesta Amistad Aug. 8 and 9.

Fiesta Amistad draws big crowd

OTHELLO - Take a gorgeous summer evening, add live music, and the result is a lot of people in Lions Park for the return of American Fiesta Amistad Aug. 8 and 9.

Weekly Fishin' Magician Report with Dave Graybill

Monday, July 28

120 new jobs at BMW/SGL production building

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake will soon be home to the world's largest carbon fiber manufacturing plant.

MSU, Extension team with wheat growers to combat new pest

Montana State University and wheat growers across the state are working together to protect the state’s billion-dollar wheat industry from a tiny orange midge capable of inflicting major damage to the crop.

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Board of County Commissioner will conduct a public hearing in accordance with Chapter 25.12 of the Grant County Unified Development Code to consider proposed amendments to the Grant County Comprehensive Plan submitted in accordance with the criteria listed in the Unified Development Code adopted in October, 2000 and as subsequently amended, and in accordance with State Law RCW 36.70A.

Superior Court of Washington

In re: Elizabeth Mejia Frasco, Petitioner, and Ismael Gonzalez Magdaleno, Respondent

SUPERIOR COURT, STATE OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF GRANT

In the Matter of the Estate of: ESTELLE W. STEINKIRCHNER, Deceased.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

Abbreviated Legal: Lot 16; N'LY 15' Lot 15 & S'LY 20' Lot 17, Blk 19, Burress Tract, Grant Co., WA

Ag markets posted divergent closes Monday

Corn futures edged higher to start the week. Talk of poor growing conditions and a likely improvement in Chinese demand seemed to boost the corn and bean markets to start the week. Short covering prior to tomorrow’s big USDA reports probably supported prices as well. September corn closed 5.0 cents higher at $3.5675/bushel Monday, while December gained 4.75 at $3.6825.

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Sealed bids will be received by the Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County at 15655 Wanapum Village Lane SW, Beverly, Washington 99321until 2:00 P.M., on August 26, 2014 for Supply and Install Three (3) Remedial Waterstops at Priest Rapids Dam Powerhuse as more fully described in Contract Documents 230-3895.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

Abbreviated Legal: L 6, Daoust 2nd Add, V 4, P 44, Grant Co., WA

Crop futures are mixed Monday, while livestock prices are down

Corn futures edged higher to start the week. Talk of poor growing conditions and a likely improvement in Chinese demand seemed to boost the corn and bean markets to start the week. However, unlike beans, this morning’s Export Inspections report probably disappointed corn traders. September corn gained 3.25 cents to $3.55/bushel late Monday morning, while December moved up 2.75 at $3.6625.

BLM won't back up claim rancher Cliven Bundy owes $1 million

(MCT) - Nevada rancher Cliven Bundy kept more than his cattle when he and his armed militia supporters from Oregon and elsewhere recently backed down the U.S. Bureau of Land Management.

Desert Dogs, River Dogs fall in opening games

EPHRATA - Early errors cost the Columbia Basin Desert Dogs as they fell 4-0 to Klamath Falls in the opening game of the Babe Ruth Senior World Series.

Suspects flee after pursuit in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - Two pursuit suspects evaded arrest Thursday morning after fleeing into the Larson Housing area and ditching their vehicle.

Grant County among most jails statewide not allowing service dogs

EPHRATA - Grant County jailers recently denied an inmate's request to have her service dog join her in jail. The county is not alone, as few jails in the state have ever had an inmate make such a request.

Celebratory crowd at Columbia Basin Skills Center grand opening

MOSES LAKE - Students stood at the door to greet people attending the grand opening of the new Columbia Basin Technical Skills Center, they led tours of the facility, answered questions and kept working on their projects.

Pacific Coast to process Nexera

WARDEN - Pacific Coast Canola has been granted a license to process NexeraTM canola and produce and sell Omega-9 Quality Canola Oil at its Warden plant.

First Elite soccer camp deemed successful

ROYAL CITY - According to organizer Perla Garcia, the first UK Elite soccer camp for youths in Royal City the week of July 21-25 was a success.

Planning commission gives go ahead to Gorge Amphitheatre expansion

EPHRATA - Planning commission members gave a go-ahead for The Gorge Amphitheatre to expand to a master planned resort at their hearing this week.

Royal's Brea Diaz competes at wrestling nationals

ROYAL CITY - Royal High School's Brea Diaz competed in the 44th ASICS/Vaughan National Junior Women's Freestyle Wrestling Championships in Fargo, North Dakota recently on the winning team.

Grant County Fair returns next week

MOSES LAKE - Basin residents will have plenty to do next week as the 2014 Grant County Fair officially kicks off Tuesday.

LaReva Lou Fink Brown

LaReva Lou Fink Brown first visited Royal Slope in 1963 as a newlywed and claimed it was love at first sight. It was on her beloved Royal Slope that she passed peacefully away August 5, 2014.

Limited-entry deer hunt applications due Aug. 13

The 6,000- acre Charles and Mary Eder unit of the Scotch Creek Wildlife Area in northeastern Okanogan County will provide a quality hunt for 18 hunters this fall.

Active fish in warm water

With the warm water temperatures we are having great fishing on Potholes Reservoir. The surface temperatures are hovering around 80 degrees. These temperatures have made spiny ray fishing very active. Perch 8" to 12" are being caught at the mouth of Crab Creek and the off the fishing dock at MarDon Resort. Crappie action has been really great from the Lind Coulee arm of Potholes Reservoir as well as the MarDon Dock.

Evelyn Twyla Leonhart

Evelyn passed away on Tuesday, August 5, at Sand Ridge Home Care after a long battle with renal failure. She was born on Jan. 6, 1923 to Everett & Dovie Twitty in Kismet, KS and was the oldest of five children. Growing up during the depression, the family had to move many times in search of work. After finally settling in Oregon, Evelyn graduated from West Linn High School in 1941.

Baby it's dry outside

Fish and Wildlife restricted fires on Eastern Washington lands a month ago. They said, "The arrival of hot, dry summer weather has forced Fish and Wildlife to restrict fires and other activities on its eastern Washington lands to reduce the risk of a repeat of last year's costly fire season."

Mystery photos revealed

Fishin' Magician - Dave Graybill

Eric Granstrom and I jumped on board Rollie Schmitten's boat on Monday morning and shot a new video on sockeye fishing at Lake Wenatchee. Conditions were ideal for shooting and Granstrom has already posted the new show. You can watch it by going to my FishingMagician.com Facebook page, too. Windy conditions hampered fishing mid week, but it should settle down soon. There are still a huge number, a record number in fact, of sockeye to catch on the lake. Anglers are also catching very good numbers of sockeye at Brewster. The run has pretty much ended at Bonneville but these fish are still coming over Rocky Reach and Wells Dam. I hope you got the note that summer run salmon fishing is open on the Wenatchee and a short stretch of the Chelan River. These openings are a month earlier than last year. The small streams in our area have finally dropped into fishing shape and this is the time to grab your 3 weight rod and hit the Icicle, Entiat, White and other small streams. I am going to get back out after sockeye with trips planned to the Brewster Pool and Lake Wenatchee. Fishing should also be good below Wells Dam.

Unemployment rate improves for Grant County

MOSES LAKE - Grant County's unemployment rate continues to show year-over-year improvements despite a drop in the civilian labor force and the number of nonfarm jobs.

Time for sawhorse cow, bull entries at Grant County Fair

MOSES LAKE - The Grant County CattleWomen are seeking entries for their annual "Sawhorse Cow Contest" for this year's Grant County Fair, August 12-16.

LEGAL NOTICE

An FCC licensed facility is proposed for modification at 475 Fern Street N Soap Lake WA 98851.

Dent early leader for 13th District House seat

MOSES LAKE - While Tom Dent and Dani Bolyard will advance to the Nov. 4 general election for the Position 1 state House seat in the 13th District, the primary election offered insight on where they stand with voters' support.

Mattawa Police chief says arrest slowed by prosecutor

MATTAWA - A sting operation organized and executed by the Mattawa Police Department in late July nabbed a theft suspect, but the case has been slowed by the Grant County prosecutor's office.

Washington Force 14U Softball Tryouts

RICHLAND - The Washington Force 14U 'A' softball team is holding tryouts for the upcoming fall 2014 and spring/summer 2015 seasons. The tryouts are being held at Columbia Playfields in Richland from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m on Aug. 12.

Help Basin youth get ready for school

With school nearing, there are plenty of opportunities to help local kids prepare for school. At this time, there are at least two local efforts worthy of mention. On Aug. 23, Serve Moses Lake is holding a "Back-2-School" event at Endeavor Middle School in Moses Lake. Student haircuts, some school supplies and clothing will be offered, according to an email from Tim Cloyd, Serve's director.

Cowboy Breakfast takes place Friday

MOSES LAKE - The annual Cowboy Breakfast returns to downtown Moses Lake Friday - officially signaling the start of Grant County Fair festivities.

Healthy comprimise

David Brooks, conservative New Your Times columnist, says that whenever we're debating a controversial issue with someone, it's a good idea to approach each other with the attitude: "I'm 50% right and you're 50% right." This approach, says Mr. Brooks, will provide some give and take in the debate, some room for healthy compromise, with the result that progress can be made in dealing with the issue.

Update: Stratford girl raises money for injured pet

MOSES LAKE - Emily Sue Morgan said she has a generous community and the Columbia Basin Herald to thank for her best friend's ability to walk again.

Two hurt in crash near Othello

OTHELLO - Two people were injured recently after three cars collided on state Route 17 about two miles north of Othello.

Babe Ruth World Series returns to Ephrata

EPHRATA - This year's Senior Babe Ruth World Series held at Johnson O'Brien Stadium at Ephrata High School includes two Columbia Basin teams.

A job well done

I would like to thank the parents of the Othello Barracudas Swim team for the great job they did in hosting the Mid Valley Championship Swim meet at the Othello city Pool on July 25, 26, and 27.

A message about bullying

I have been bullied by the best... most of this community knows and recognizes this. I am a survivor, not a victim. Survivors no longer tolerate disrespect, bullying, or any kind of abuse.

John Nilsen's Wild Rose a collaboration of many

ROYAL CITY - On occasion, an artist delivers something special and unique by separating himself from others. Such is the case with pianist John Nilsen's newest CD, Wild Rose.

Girl, 5, hurt in crash near Othello

OTHELLO - A 5-year-old Othello girl was seriously injured Tuesday night when the vehicle she was riding in rolled on state Route 26 about 14 miles east of Othello.

Crop markets weak, livestock prices plunging on Thursday

The Export Inspections data is weighing on the crop markets. The prospects of huge fall supplies depressed the grain and soy complexes Wednesday night. Today’s early USDA Export Sales report caused additional corn losses, since the results were near the lower end of forecast ranges. September corn slid 5.25 cents to $3.58/bushel late Thursday morning, while December slumped 4.5 to $3.6975.

Livestock led the ag markets lower Thursday

The Export Inspections data weighed on the crop markets. The prospects of huge fall supplies depressed the grain and soy complexes Wednesday night. The weekly USDA Export Sales report seemingly caused additional corn losses, since the results were near the lower end of forecast ranges. September corn slid 3.75 cents to $3.595/bushel late in Thursday’s pit session, while December slumped 3.0 to $3.7125.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY

The Superior Court of Grant County has directed the undersigned Sheriff of Grant County to sell the property described below to satisfy a judgment in the above entitled action. The property to be sold is described as follows:

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS

Sealed bids will be received by the Grant County at the office of the Board of Commissioners, Grant County Courthouse, Ephrata, Washington for the construction of Grant County Public Works Office HVAC Improvements. Time limits for receipt of proposals are as follows:

City of Moses Lake

Notice of Application and Public Hearing

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Sealed bids will be received by the Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County at 154 A Street SE, Ephrata, Washington until 2:00 P.M., on August 19, 2014 to Refurbish Six (6) Trail Max TD40 Flatbed Ramp Equipment Trailers as more fully described in Contract Documents 430-3907.

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

PUBLIC HOUSING AGENCY PLAN

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY

The Superior Court of Grant County has directed the undersigned Sheriff of Grant County to sell the property described to satisfy a judgment in the above entitled action:

Didier, Newhouse early leaders in Congressional race

MOSES LAKE - Two Republicans will move on to November's General Election in the Fourth Congressional District race as Clint Didier and Dan Newhouse came out on top in Tuesday's primary election.

Royal & Mattawa Distinguished Young Women compete at state

PULLMAN - They did not win the state crown, but the Distinguished Young Women from Mattawa and Royal City - Bianca Ramirez and Samantha Eilers - had the pleasure of competing at the state program last weekend at Washington State University.

Wallace Elwin Lane

Wallace E. "Wally" Lane a 60 year resident of Moses Lake passed away on August 3rd with 5 of his 9 children by his side.

Residents enjoy Moses Lake's National Night Out

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake Police Department Chief Dave Ruffin and Grant County Sheriff Tom Jones spent most of their Tuesday night under water.

Primary Election Results

Irene (Hjelm) Gamble

Irene (Hjelm) Gamble of Moses Lake passed away on August 1, 2014.

Reader shows support for Garth Dano's candidacy

Grant County voters have a compelling role in the functions of the law and enhancing Grant County government. Choosing who shall serve in the Office of the Grant County Prosecutor requires discretion and discernment. Having experience in the law and leadership are important considerations. Concepts of protection, justice, and freedom are critical considerations. However, every voter and citizen should recognize that the ultimate power of our legal system belongs to the people. Our jury system - being judged by our peers - provides no greater evidence of this essential value in the American legal system. A prosecutor should always remember that they are subject to the power of and the rights of the citizen, the common man. Garth Dano understands and has practiced law with this fundamental truth.

Melissa McKnight leads in Grant County assessor race

Stevens ahead in Adams County commission race

GRANT, ADAMS COUNTIES - In the only two local races with more than two candidates, Grant County assessor candidate Melissa McKnight and Adams County District 3 Commissioner Jeff Stevens will advance to November's election.

Group seeks to bring indoor tennis complex to Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - Tennis coaches and advocates Rich Gregoire and Richard Teals want to give children and adults in the area an opportunity to play year-round tennis.

Maurine A. Steinbach

Maurine A. Steinbach, 87, a Moses Lake resident since 1993 passed away Friday, August 1, 2014 at Columbia Crest Care Center. Viewing will be held from noon to 7 p.m., Friday, August 8th at Kayser's Chapel with family greeting friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Graveside services will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, August 9th at Guarding Angels Cemetery, 2595 Road L NE. 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.

Patricia Lane

Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great- grandmother and friend gently joined the choir of angels in Heaven on July 28th, 2014.

USDA conservation partnership has 600 proposals

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that USDA’s new Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP), which brings together businesses, tribes, communities and other non-government partners to invest in conservation efforts, has drawn an overwhelming response from partners across the nation. Nearly 5,000 organizations partnered together to submit nearly 600 pre-proposals by the July deadline.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

305 LORING DRIVE, MOSES LAKE, WA

NOTICE OF SCHOOL DISTRICT BUDGET HEARING

Notice is hereby given that the Board of Directors of Moses Lake School District #161 of Grant County, Washington will hold a Public Hearing on the budget for the 2014/2015 fiscal year at the regular board meeting on Thursday, August 14, 2014 at 7:00 P.M. in the MLSD Board Room, 940 E. Yonezawa Blvd.

Allison Hyer places at state DYW competition

PULLMAN - Allison Hyer, Moses Lake's Distinguished Young Woman, walked away with more than $1,000 in scholarship money and the title of first runner-up at the program's state competition this past weekend.

Respond to advertisement

Urges support of Garth Dano

Not too often do we feel compelled to write a "Letter to the Editor" but we felt the need to respond to the recent full page ad placed by Mr. Angus Lee in the Columbia Basin Herald.

Hot Desert Nights this Saturday

DESERT AIRE - The annual Hot Desert Nights, sponsored and orgnized by the Mattawa-Desert Aire Lions Club, will be held this Saturday, August 9.

Workshop on PUD rate structure later this month

EPHRATA - Grant County PUD operators will sponsor a workshop to explain a rate structure that will set all PUD rates at least through 2023. Tentatively it's scheduled for the last week in August, with the date to be announced, PUD spokesperson Chuck Allen said.

Duane Richard Terpstra

'Wheels or Terp'

Duane went to be with the Lord July 26, 2014. Born in Minot, N.D. to Richard and Emma Terpstra, Feb. 23, 1933. He grew up in Snohomish County, married Dorothy Moir July 23, 1954. They had 3 daughters and a son. Duane was a loving husband and father. Most of his life was spent working in the woods and hauling logs. He was passionate about trucks and machinery. They moved to Soap Lake after retiring in 1997. Preceded in death by his son Kenneth James, Father and Mother, Richard and Emma Terpstra, sister Dorothy Erickson. Survived by his wife of 60 years Dorothy of Moses Lake, daughters Vicky Rosier of Spokane, Irene Grimm of Everett, Joanne and husband Jack Grout of Moses Lake. They have 9 grand children and 12 great grand children.

Jerry Eugene Conner

Jerry Eugene Conner, 72, a long-time Moses Lake resident passed away, July 31, 2014 at home. He was born in La Harpe, Kansas, on November 21, 1941 to Alfred and Evelyn Conner. After graduation from Moses Lake High School in 1960, he joined the U.S. Army. In the service, he learned to skydive and enjoyed the sport for many years. After his honorable discharge, he attended Big Bend Community College and then worked in Seattle. In 1967, he married Artis Ann Allen in Kirkland, Washington.

Jay Koetje

Jay Koetje, long-time resident of Fir Island, quietly passed away at home on July 29, 2014 after a hard fought battle with cancer. He was 60 years old.

VOTE GARTH DANO

Bad experience with current prosecutor

My name is Diane Upky. I am writing this letter to the editor to endorse and support Garth Dano for Prosecutor. Mr. Dano was our family's attorney about three (3) years ago when my son and his friend nearly died as the result of a car accident caused by a drunk driver. Both young men have sustained life altering injuries and had medical expenses exceeding $1 million.

U.S. Marshals task force rounds up wanted felons in Grant County

GRANT COUNTY - Six wanted felons were arrested Friday in Grant County by the U.S. Marshals Pacific Northwest Violent Offenders Task Force.

Jay Koetje

Jay Koetje, long-time resident of Fir Island, quietly passed away at home on July 29, 2014 after a hard fought battle with cancer. He was 60 years old.

Ephrata Raceway Park's Shoot Out

EPHRATA - With race season underway, several winners were crowned at the Ephrata Raceway Park during the Ephrata Raceway Park/Wenatchee Valley Super Oval Shoot Out over the weekend.

Taste the Wahluke Slope

Mattawa Chamber appreciative

At our July Chamber meeting, we discussed the success of "Taste the Wahluke Slope 2014" and even though it's long past, I wanted to convey my thanks (and the Chamber's) to several individuals and organizations who made it happen.

MOBILE FILTRATION CART

Our Schroeder Mobile Filtration Cart is a lightweight hydraulic fluid filtration system designed for efficient removal of particulate and/or water contamination of hydraulic fluids. The filters are designed for high dirt holding capacity making the Filter Cart economical to operate and maintain. It is perfect for cleaning up existing systems as well as pre-filtering incoming fluids. New fluids often do not meet hydraulic component industry standards for cleanliness. Elements are available from 3 micron and up to meet most cleanliness requirements.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY

TO: ALEJANDRO REYNA and anyone claiming a parental interest.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY

TO: ALBERT BONDS and anyone claiming a parental interest.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY

TO: RYAN CODY and anyone claiming a parental interest.

Notice of Application

PROJECT: A Short Plat of approximately 345.41 acres in order to create four (4) lots from one existing parcel in the Agriculture zoning district of Grant County.

Ag markets turned mostly lower in early Tuesday trade

Corn futures are following soybeans lower Tuesday morning. The weekly USDA Crop Progress report indicated a 2% drop in good-to-excellent ratings for U.S. corn, which probably exceeded expectations. However, given the gains posted Monday and the surprisingly good soy result, corn futures followed the soy complex lower. September corn slid 3.75 cents to $3.55/bushel late Tuesday morning, while December lost 3.75 cents to $3.655.

Bluegrass festival offers music, workshops

MOSES LAKE - The weekend's Free Summer Concert Series brought bluegrass bands from across the country to Moses Lake for the Five Suns Bluegrass Festival.

Comm "Unity" Days

MATTAWA - The Mattawa Area Comm"Unity" Days is planning a free breakfast on Saturday morning of the festival scheduled for Aug. 15-16.

Moses Lake, Ephrata Dollar Tree stores not affected by acquisition

CHESAPEAKE, Va.- National discount retailer Dollar Tree is set to acquire thousands of Family Dollar stores around the country by early next year.

Arizona artist, William Dubin, debuts watercolors in Soap Lake

SOAP LAKE - Art based on the Northwest was on display Saturday night in Soap Lake as an Arizona artist debuted watercolor paintings at the Fire on Main gallery.

Wayne Amundson

Born August 11, 1947 in Spokane to Don & Helen Amundson. Graduated in 1966 as a respiratory therapist from Spokane Community College and graduated again from there with a computer degree. He worked in Seattle as an electrical drafter/designer until his retirement.

Tense zoning meeting about Gorge ends with no answers

GEORGE - Before Live Nation would be allowed to expand The Gorge Amphitheater, its manager and county planning commission members heard from livid farmers and residents near the rural concert venue.

Quincy's Pete Romano represents second-generation family business

QUINCY - Pete Romano is a tall man with a ready smile, friendly demeanor, and a firm handshake. The 64-year-old business unit manager of Quincy Farm Chemicals has been working in agriculture nearly his entire life, almost all of that in the family business.

Trooper hurt during pursuit in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - A state trooper received minor injuries during a pursuit in Moses Lake early Sunday morning.

Ag markets moved mostly higher Monday morning

The crop markets started the week strongly. Although the weather remains conducive to huge fall crops, crop futures bounced in Sunday night/Monday morning action. That seemingly reflected ideas that recent losses were overdone. The weekly Export Inspections report also indicated a strong corn sales total, which apparently offered additional support. September corn bounced 3.0 cents to $3.555/bushel by late Monday morning, while December gained 3.5 cents to $3.6575.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

Abbreviated Legal: LOT 13, BLK 4, LARSON PLAT, Grant Co., WA

Superior Court of Washington

In re: Elizabeth Mejia Frasco, Petitioner, and Ismael Gonzalez Magdaleno, Respondent

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

Abbreviated Legal: Lt 9 Blk 4 Larson Plat #2, Grant Co., WA

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

Abbreviated Legal: Lot 221 & 223, Blk 4, Coulee City and Vacated Ptn McEntree Street less W5' Lot 221, Grant Co., WA

SUPERIOR COURT, STATE OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF GRANT

In the Matter of the Estate of: ESTELLE W. STEINKIRCHNER, Deceased.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

Abbreviated Legal: Lt 13, Blk 1, Brunsch Add Ephrata., Grant Co., WA

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

Abbreviated Legal: TX#11190 SWNWNE 28-21-26 E.W.M., Grant County, WA

City of Moses Lake

Notice of Application and Public Hearing

Garden Party & Vintage Fair at Seed Cupboard Nursery

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Subcommittee looks at ways to expand rural U.S. broadband access

Rep. Rick Crawford, Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee's Subcommittee on Livestock, Rural Development, and Credit, held a public hearing to examine ways to improve and expand broadband in rural areas and how to better coordinate future investments between the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).

Habitat for Humanity raises walls on 13th home

MOSES LAKE - The holidays will be especially memorable this year for Alexandra Colin and her family.

Life Options mobile unit changes site in Mattawa

MATTAWA - Life Options Pregnancy Medical Center. Which began serving Mattawa on July 22, has announced a change of location to 308 E Priest Rapids Drive. That is at the corner of Riverview and Priest Rapids

Outboard national championship come to Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - National and world champions will be crowned next week as Cascade Park hosts the 2014 APBA Stock/Mid/J Nationals and UIM J World Championships.

Moses Lake board discusses possible levy, bond Aug. 7

Could be sent to voters at different times

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake School Board has scheduled a work session to discuss the options for a maintenance and operations levy, as well as possible options for a construction bond. The meeting is scheduled for 4 p.m. Aug. 7 in the conference room at the district's transportation office, 940 East Yonezawa Blvd.

River passage addressed with fish water slide

BEVERLY - Various subspecies of salmon and the seagoing trout called steelhead are at the mouth of Columbia River. They're making their way to the spawning grounds in inland streams.

Vacation Bible School set for August 4-8

MATTAWA - The annual Vacation Bible School, which has been held in Hund Memorial Park for more than 20 years, is scheduled for August 4-8.

Business owners team up for downtown store

MOSES LAKE - For months, Kandi's Yarn Closet and Craft Creations did business right across the hall from each other.

A man of many sides

ROYAL CITY - Tom Dent has been a rodeo cowboy, a pilot and a business man. Now he wants to be the 13th District representative in the state house of representatives.

Fishin' Magician Report with Dave Graybill

Monday, July 21

Quincy hospital asks taxpayers to pay debt

QUINCY - Quincy Valley Medical Center Board of Directors unanimously agreed to ask taxpayers to pay for $2.2 million of their $3.956 million debt.

Sugarland's Kristian Bush plays the Grant County Fair

MOSES LAKE - When country star Kristian Bush takes the stage at the Grant County Fairgrounds on Aug. 12 it will be the first time many hear the Grammy award winner and platinum-selling artist sing.

The bite is hot at Potholes Reservoir

Potholes Reservoir is ALIVE with fish catching opportunities. Bank Fishing the Lind Coulee arm of Potholes Reservoir for perch, crappie, bluegill, bass and early morning or late in the day walleye action is really turning on. Trolling for rainbow trout, many of which are over 20 inches, is hot right now fishing off Medicare Beach and at the mouth of Frenchman's Wasteway or you can give the east end of O'Sullivan Dam at try.

Sean Allen Spurbeck

Sean Allen Spurbeck was born on August 24, 1972. At the age of 9 Sean moved to the home of Larry and Ruth Spurbeck through foster care. When Sean was 14 he was adopted as a Spurbeck, and at his dedication in the Assembly of God Church, the pastor declared, "this is the biggest baby I've ever dedicated."

Columbia Basin Health Association Fair slated for August 9

OTHELLO - The Columbia Basin Health Association (CBHA), which serves the Royal City-Mattawa area, will have its CBHA Health Fair on Saturday, Aug. 9, at Kiwanis Park in Othello from 2-6 p.m

Bear season opens today

The fall black bear general season opens today, Aug. 1. The Game Management Units opening in the Columbia Basin are 133, 136, 139, 142, 248, 254, 260-290, 371-381. The GMUs in the hunt zone known as the East Cascades to open are 244-247, 249-251, 328, 329-368, 382, 388, 578.

Farm labor recruiter alleges visa backlog

(MCT) YAKIMA, Wash. -- The state's leading recruiter of foreign guest farm workers alleged Wednesday that a federal visa backlog has stranded Mexican workers at the border just as the state's apples are nearing harvest.

Health Department asks City of Mattawa for e-cigarette rules

MATTAWA - E-cigarettes may be different than regular cigarettes, but the Grant County Health Department wants the same rules.

Ag markets ended the week in mixed fashion

Corn futures remained under pressure Friday. Prospects for a huge fall crop rather obviously weighed upon corn prices again today, especially with Corn Belt rainfall now forecast for the next two weeks. The fact that nearby futures failed at their 10-day moving averages this week probably exaggerated CBOT selling. September corn settled 4.5 cents lower at $3.525/bushel Friday, while December lost 4.75 cents to $3.6225.

Notice of Re-Scheduled Public Hearing

PROJECT: This proposal is to divide an existing 2.43 acre parcel into six lots.

USDA announces farm bill supplemental crop coverage

As stipulated through the 2014 Farm Bill, farmers and ranchers will receive new crop insurance options that will strengthen and expand insurance coverage.

Ag turned decidedly mixed Friday morning

Corn futures remained under pressure Friday morning. Prospects for a huge fall crop are apparently weighing upon corn prices again today, especially with Corn Belt rainfall now forecast for the next two weeks. The fact that nearby futures failed at their 10-day moving averages this week is probably exaggerating current selling. September corn slid 1.25 cents to $3.5575/bushel late Friday morning, while December lost 1.5 cents to $3.655.

The play's the thing at Larson Heights

Play is the finale for the school's 21st Century program

MOSES LAKE - A story of ostrich chicks and a lion that got outfoxed was the finale for the 21st Century program at Larson Heights Elementary. Students in the summer program performed a play for an appreciative audience of parents and friends Wednesday.

Steve Myers, superintendent of ESD 105's, honored

YAKIMA - Steve Myers, superintendent of Educational Service District 105, which serves the Royal and Wahluke School Districts, has been selected as the 2014 recipient of the Washington Association of School Administrators' Leadership Award.

Swimming at public parks

Recently in the CBH police reports it came to my attention that some people were cited for swimming at Cascade Park. That's right, swimming! I thought that was odd until I remembered; swimming is not allowed at Cascade Park! You can do almost any water activity at this public park except swim. The old swimming area had been converted to docking for boats and etc. I had spoken to Spencer Griggs at the park and rec. dept for Moses Lake summer of 2013 and was told that City of Moses Lake deemed it was unsafe to swim there because there is no longer a specific swimming area! If you think that our parks should be available to everyone, call up Spencer and let him know. I also believe you cannot legally swim at Montlake Park.

Letter of support for Laure Grammer for Grant County Assessor

I have been involved with Grant County Politics for several years. In that time, one of the people I've come to know and work with has been Laure Grammer. I have known her to be hard working, dedicated and diligent. Additionally, she is one of the most congenial people I've met since moving to Coulee City in 1999. I support her for reelection to the position of Grant County Assessor. I believe that she tries to treat all property owners fairly in her position. Certainly, if a large business is allowed to have a "sweet deal" on their assessment, then we all must pay. So, I say vote for Laure.

Shot fired at Larson Housing area home

MOSES LAKE - Nobody was injured after at least one shot was fired into a home in the Larson Housing area late Tuesday night.

Good precinct committee officers are vital

In response to the letter of July 21, 2014 regarding Grant County precinct committee officers.

A special thanks

Since October of 2013 Columbia Basin School Retirees' Association (CBSRA) have been bringing board books to Samaritan Hospital to be passed out to each new baby. It is our wish that in so doing parents will be encouraged to read to their new infant. Reading to your baby from the beginning is encouraged by pediatricians and educators alike. Thank you to Moses Lake Lions Club, Moses Lake Kiwanis , Moses Lake Lioness and our own members and organization for contributions to make this happen!

Conservative

What should define "conservative" with respect to government? I consider knowledge of the principles that underlay the original US Constitution and first twelve amendments as most important. The Federal government should be small, concerned with defense, maintaining cooperation between the States, and foreign countries. The Seventeenth Amendment should be removed, and State legislatures should be able to dismiss Senators who don't represent their State's government.

Angus Lee works well with law enforcement

In reading the Columbia Basin Daily Herald, or listening to the news on the radio, I've noticed something. There has been a sharp increase in prosecutions of gang members, drug abusers, thieves, and those "low-lifes" who harm our beautiful children. Plus many others. It can also be noted, that Tom Jones and other members of law enforcement are working hand-in-hand with the Prosecutor's Office.

Hands-off attitudes cause economic and environmental damage

Today's news is filled with images of the massive wildfires roaring through the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest in central Washington.

Garth Dano for county prosecutor

Not too often do we feel compelled to write a "Letter to the Editor" but we felt the need to respond to the recent full page ad placed by Mr. Angus Lee in the Columbia Basin Herald.

Ageism expressed in previous letter regarding PCOs

This letter is in response to the letter from Ann Mix & Dave Bolton titled The Race for PCOS. In the letter from the July 24th edition of the Columbia Basin Herald stating their endorsement for Brent Bishop, Wheeler 1 precinct, and Barbara Morgan, Moses Lake 7 precinct, as Precinct Committee Officers it insinuates that the current PCOs are not doing their job "because they are busy with businesses and families." They encourage you to vote for a candidate that is retired instead. Let me assure you that the current PCOs in those precincts are both highly involved and dependable members of the Grant County Republican Party. They show up to every executive board meeting, every state party meeting, and participate in special committees such as event committees, candidate committees, etc. They are both committed to the Republican Party Platform, and holding our elected officials accountable to that platform and the Constitution of the United States of America.

Don't complain, get out and vote.

It's time to elect someone from the Columbia Basin that has shown he is dedicated to the property rights, and individual rights based upon our constitution. I believe that is Tom Dent. I have known Tom since 1985. He is a honest businessmen, father, husband, and friend. He has dedicated numerous years to our political system, in helping others and the interests of the Columbia Basin. He has support from both parties, which will help us in making sure the interests of the 13th District are maintained. Please join me in voting for Tom Dent to secure our future.

Garth Dano, a man who cares

My name is Diane Upky. I am writing this letter to the editor to endorse and support Garth Dano for Prosecutor. Mr. Dano was our family's attorney about three (3) years ago when my son and his friend nearly died as the result of a car accident caused by a drunk driver. Both young men have sustained life altering injuries and had medical expenses exceeding $1 million.

Soap Lake man accused of helping escaped inmate

Allegedly gave escapee a ride from Soap Lake to Moses Lake

EPHRATA - A Soap Lake man is facing charges after allegedly giving Sunday's escaped inmate a ride to Moses Lake.

Grant County vets still have no home

MOSES LAKE - A disagreement between a veterans' advocate and county officials is leaving Grant County vets with limited options for getting emergency food and shelter, counseling and help filling out benefit paperwork.

Confusion abounds concerning hunts

There were public comment periods, where hunters could submit written remarks about changes in hunting rules. There were meetings open to the public where hunters could comment in person in front of the Washington State Fish and Wildlife Commission.

Vote for Tom Dent for state representative

Like many other Columbia Basin people, my family moved here in the 1950s, taking advantage of the new irrigation system and the great farming opportunities. In our case, it was 1959. Growing up in the Columbia Basin was a great experience.

The point of our previous letter may have been missed

The point of our letter and endorsement for Brent Bishop and Barbara Morgan in last weeks Herald may have been missed. It was not about their opposition or what they did or didn't do. It was about what Bishop and Morgan promise to do, want to do and what we believe they will do.

Propaganda techniques

I thank the newspaper for its public service in running the ad paid for by Friends of Angus in last Friday's edition (July 25). Besides insuring First Amendment rights and doing business, the newspaper keeps the public informed about propaganda techniques used to influence voters in an election year.

Vote for Angus Lee

Sometimes we just get it wrong. I do anyway. I let myself get talked into being on a campaign committee to elect a guy I didn't know, to be elected Grant County prosecutor. I thought our opposing candidate was too young, too inexperienced to be qualified for the job. As things turned out, my guy lost and the guy I'd been convinced was under qualified won. He went on to prove himself not just capable but forward thinking, highly motivated and the best prosecutor Grant County has had in years. I was very wrong to dismiss him as too young to be qualified for the leadership position.

Ephrata Proposition 1

I encourage everyone to vote yes on Ephrata Proposition 1.

Property owners have rights during the political season

If you've driven through Moses Lake or your community lately, it's likely you've seen the plethora of political signs reminding people to vote for a certain candidate.

Production of Genie lift begins in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - Grant County can add manufacturing the world's tallest self-propelled boom lift to its resume.

Brent Bishop has the time to devote to PCO position

It has been said that the precinct committee officer is the most important political officer in the entire field of politics. However, it's not a well-known political office. Some of the voters have no idea what a PCO is. In a nutshell, his/her job is to help the voters in his/her precinct to learn the issues and know the candidates. They also communicate with the voters with the goal in mind to take their comments, concerns, and ideas to the Central Committee.