Ellington

Good chemistry

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.

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON

In Re the Estate of: MONIQUE V. WILLIAMS, Deceased.

LEGAL NOTICE

The Grant County Board of Health will hold a public hearing in the Public Works meeting room at 124 Enterprise St. SE in Ephrata on Wednesday, August 13, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. The purpose of the hearing will be to adopt Ordinance 14-1, (fee schedule revision). Anyone wishing to comment regarding this matter should appear at the meeting.

LEGAL NOTICE

The Franklin County Horticultural Pest and Disease Control Board will have its Preliminary 2015 Budget Hearing August 11, 2014 during its regular scheduled Board meeting August 11, 2014 at 1:30 P.M. at the Emergency Management building, 502 W. Boeing St., Pasco, WA.

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:

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Sealed bids will be received by the Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County at Beverly, Washington until 2:00 P.M. on August 14, 2014 for Hydro Septic Systems Inspection, Pumping and Drain Field Maintenance 430-3786.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

LOT 8, THREE RIVERS CROSSING DIVISION 2 PHASE 3, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME D OF PLATS, PAGE 388, RECORDS OF FRANKLIN COUNTY, WASHINGTON.

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 of Trustee's Sale

Abbreviated Legal: Lot 71, Loviisa Farms Phase 2, Vol. D, Pg. 251, Franklin Co., WA

Aceves

Abbreviated Legal: Lot 11, Three Rivers Crossing Phase 3, Franklin Co., WA

Notice of Trustee's Sale

Abbreviated Legal: Lot 5, Montgomery Estates - Phase Three, According to the Plat thereof recorded in Volume D of Plats, Page 260, Franklin Co., WA

NOTICE OF INTENT TO SELL REAL PROPERTY

The North Franklin School District No. 51 proposes to sell 6.2 acres of surplus real property.

Ag markets remained mixed at midsession Thursday

The USDA’s Export Sales report discouraged corn traders. The weekly export sales report indicated a disappointing total for old crop corn sales, although the new crop total easily topped forecasts. The former apparently grabbed the attention of traders, as indicated by subsequent CBOT weakness. September corn dropped 3.75 cents to $3.58/bushel in late Thursday morning trading, while December lost 3.5 cents to $3.68.

Port of Moses Lake finds replacement for executive director

MOSES LAKE-- Port of Moses Lake commissioners have found a successor

Jessica Sorensen inks with Westminster College, joins former BBCC teammate Alli Winters

MOSES LAKE - At the start of her sophomore season, Jessica Sorensen had no intention of playing basketball after her time at Big Bend Community College had finished.

Moses Lake craft blogger publishes first book

MOSES LAKE- Disney Powless' "real life" keeps her pretty busy.

Man sentenced to 18 years for 2013 kidnapping, assault

EPHRATA - A Maryland man was sentenced Tuesday to more than 18 years in prison for his role in the kidnapping and assault of a Moses Lake man in January 2013.

Grant County leads Washington State in agriculture sales

MOSES LAKE - Grant County is the top agricultural seller in the state, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's latest ag census report.

Edith M. Olsen

Edith M. Olsen went to heaven July 26, 2014. She was born in Shelly, Idaho on the family farm October 28, 1919. She married John Syver Olsen December 22, 1939 in Pocatello, Idaho. Her husband was a farmer.

Federal Way man charged with vehicular homicide

Rider allegedly fell off motorcycle in 2013 incident

EPHRATA - A Federal Way man is facing vehicular homicide and manslaughter charges in a 2013 incident near George where a woman died after falling off his motorcycle on Interstate 90.

Verda Warren Merkley

Verda Warren Merkley, 90, passed away July 25, 2014 in Shelley, Idaho.

Accused killer's attorney asks for no pictures

EPHRATA - Accused killer Michael Meier's attorney requested at a hearing yesterday that photographs not be allowed during his court appearances.

Howard Arthur Larson

Howard Arthur Larson, was born on May 16, 1924, to Julius and Anna Larson of Kenyon, MN. His sister, Corinne (Tootie), was born 3 1/2 years later and soon thereafter the family moved to a lakeside, 20 acre plot west of Faribault, MN. This location eventually became a small resort know as Larson's Bay. The family had large vegetable gardens and a huge strawberry patch.

Desert Dogs first at Wash. Baseball Open

WARDEN - The senior River Dogs squad wasn't the only team to enjoy success at the Washington Baseball Open.

Ag markets posted divergent moves again Thursday

The Export Sales report discouraged corn traders. The USDA report indicated a disappointing total for old crop corn sales, although the new crop total easily topped forecasts. The former apparently grabbed the attention of traders, as indicated by subsequent CBOT weakness. Superlative growing conditions are encouraging bears. September corn dropped 4.75 cents to $3.57/bushel in late Thursday trading, while December lost 4.5 cents to $3.67.

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.

REQUEST FOR LETTERS OF INTENT TO BID

Letters of intent to bid for legal services providers will be received by Aging & Adult Care of Central Washington (AACCW) for the provision of legal services to persons age 60+ with economic & social needs; attention to low-income minorities, rural elderly or older individuals with severe disabilities.

Ag markets suffered a general divergence Wednesday

Corn futures fluctuated around unchanged levels Wednesday. The corn market followed soybeans lower Tuesday night as improved weather forecasts weighed on prices. Ongoing U.S. dollar gains weren’t helpful either. However, news of a sizeable wheat sale to Nigeria boosted those markets, which in turn appeared to keep yellow grain prices stable through the end of the day. September corn settled up 0.25 cent at $3.6175/bushel Wednesday, while December rose 0.5 cent to $3.715.

NOTICE OF PESTICIDE APPLICATION

NOTICE is hereby given that from July 31st through August 6th, 2014, between 5:30 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. the Royal School District No. 160, located at 901 Ahlers Road, Royal City, Washington, will be spot spraying the following pesticides on all gravel parking lots, all shrubs, all gravel play grounds, all gravel driveways, baseball complex, all sidewalks, all cracks on asphalt, fence lines, cracks on tracks, and all edges around grass:

Washburn, Johnston excel at IE Champs

WENATCHEE - Fresh off being the high point winners at the Moses Lake Sizzlin' Summer swim meet, Zachary Washburn and Zack Johnston continued to post fast times at the Inland Empire Long Course Summer Championships in Wenatchee this past weekend.

Habitat for Humanity recognizes Job Corps instructor

Tim Mitchell and students recognized for role in Habitat home construction

MOSES LAKE- Habitat for Humanity of Greater Moses Lake handed out their most recent Golden Hammer Award this week, this time honoring Columbia Basin Job Corps instructor Tim Mitchell.

Clint Didier

A Christian man with guts

As I spend countless hours campaigning, I continually hear that we need to get rid of all the Congresspersons.

Dani Bolyard

Candidate walks the walk

Have you ever gotten an old car and gone through the process of learning if it will be reliable and trustworthy or be unsafe, undependable, and constantly let you down?

Five Suns Bluegrass is coming to Moses Lake this weekend

Della Mae, Chatham County Line among the headline acts

MOSES LAKE - The Five Suns Bluegrass Festival returns to Moses Lake's Centennial Amphitheater this weekend with well-known, well-respected bluegrass bands. The festival is free and offers four workshops for beginning players on Saturday.

David Virgil Adams (Papa)

David Virgil Adams (Papa), 92, a third-generation wheat farmer and cattle rancher of Coulee City, WA, passed away peacefully of natural causes in the presence of his true love of 43 years, at his town residence in Moses Lake on the morning of July 24, 2014.

Jerry Allen Van Ness

July 18, 1938 - July 20, 2014

Jerry was born July 18, 1938 in Ronan, Montana to George Allen Van Ness and Evaline Goings Van Ness. Jerry passed away July 20, 2014 at his new home in Moses Lake, Washington. Jerry was the second oldest of 11 children. He joined the Army at a young age and was honorably discharged in October 1961. Shortly thereafter, he married Alice Kelley. To that union were born two sons, Jeffrey and Jason. That marriage ended in divorce. Then in 1979 he married Charlotte Faye Osborne until her untimely passing in 2005. In 2006 he met Deanna Lavoie to which he lived with until his death. 

Fishin' Magician - Dave Graybill

This weekend is the annual Budweiser-Lowrance King Salmon Derby in Brewster, and it looks like it will be one of the best ever. There was a short drop in the fishing action when we had some rain dumped into the Okanogan River, but we've had triple digit temperatures to get the thermal barrier back in place. Thousands of kings and sockeye are stacked up off the mouth of the Okanogan River, and fishing should be excellent for the derby.

Changing times focus of Samaritan board discussion

Complex cases lead to higher than normal transfers

MOSES LAKE - Complex cases and the impact of growth led to a higher-than-normal rate of patient transfers from Samaritan Healthcare to other facilities in June. Patient transfers were part of a wide-ranging discussion of hospital operation and its future direction at the July 24 meeting of the hospital board.

Motorcycle rider dies in crash near Grand Coulee

Rider crosses center line, collides with vehicle

GRAND COULEE - A 57-year-old motorcycle rider died Sunday night after reportedly crossing the center line on state Route 174 about three miles west of Grand Coulee and colliding with an oncoming vehicle.

Randy Zolman

Reader holds him in high regard

I am supporting Randy Zolman for the position of District 3 Grant County Commissioner. As a patient of Dr. Zolman's for the past 16 years I've come to hold him in high regard.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY

TO: RYAN CODY and anyone claiming a parental interest.

NOTICE OF PESTICIDE APPLICATION

NOTICE is hereby given that from July 31st through August 6th, 2014, between 5:30 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. the Royal School District No. 160, located at 901 Ahlers Road, Royal City, Washington, will be spot spraying the following pesticides on all gravel parking lots, all shrubs, all gravel play grounds, all gravel driveways, baseball complex, all sidewalks, all cracks on asphalt, fence lines, cracks on tracks, and all edges around grass:

Notice of Application & Proposed DNS

Notice is hereby given that a JARPA (Exemption from SSDP) and SEPA Checklist received by Grant County on 07/16/14 from Skone & Connors Produce (Designated Contact: Nick Meyer (Lad Irrigation), P.O. Box 880, Moses Lake, WA 98837) were found to be technically complete on 07/24/14.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY

TO: ALBERT BONDS and anyone claiming a parental interest.

BMW i8 visits nation's capitol

Car made with Moses Lake carbon fiber

WASHINGTON, D.C.- BMW's newest model from its i-series line of cars, which are all made with carbon fiber manufactured in Moses Lake, was recently showcased in the nation's capitol.

Sand Bar Marine owners came for opportunity

MATTAWA - Most people who move from western Washington to Desert Aire do it for two simple reasons - sun and retirement.

River Dogs take first at Washington Baseball Open

EPHRATA - In their last batch of competitive baseball games before the Senior Babe Ruth World Series the River Dogs looked ready to take on the nation's best.

Inmate escapes, later arrested in Moses Lake

Escape occurs while another inmate is being released

EPHRATA - An inmate escaped from the Grant County Jail Sunday morning and was later apprehended at a home in Moses Lake.

Local golfers qualify for state tourney

CLE ELUM - Ephrata's Aaron Whalen and Moses Lake's Brody Milbrandt qualified for the Washington Junior Gold Association's Championship Tournament recently.

Louise Brooks

Louise Brooks was born on March 7, 1935 in Aberdeen, WA. At age 2 she was adopted by a loving family, Thomas & Violet Bettingfield & Brother Robert. In June of 1954, Louise married the love of her life, Robert Brooks. They had 57 years together & raised 5 children in Moses Lake, WA where they lived for 47 years.

Glenna Bingham

Glenna Bingham’s family is thankful for those who helped our mother live her last days on earth with dignity and grace. That includes doctors and nurses, the Columbia Crest intervention team, Hearthstone Manor and Summer Wood residents and caregivers, Hospice, church clergy and the many friends who rallied around Mom while she was still with us. Those of her children who live far from home are deeply grateful to our brothers Lind and Lawrence and their families for being with Mom through it all. Special thanks to Scott Carver for handling the funeral and to Rev. Mauricio Muñoz for sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ. In Him, may you all be blessed.

Ricky Lee Peterson

Ricky Lee Peterson, 61, longtime Moses Lake resident died in his home Wednesday, July 23, 2014 in Moses Lake. He was born January 30, 1953 in Murray, Utah to Lucy May (Nuzman) and Glen Vernal Peterson.

Pursuit suspect accused of breaking into home

Being held on $100,000 bail, arraignment Tuesday

EPHRATA - The Moses Lake man charged in Thursday's high speed pursuit allegedly broke into a man's home and stole several hundred dollars in cash before stealing his Corvette.

Robert "Bob" A. Fuchs

Robert "Bob" A. Fuchs, 95, a resident of Moses Lake, passed away Friday, July 18, 2014, his wife at his side. A memorial service and dinner to be held on Robert's birthday, August 16, 2014 at the Eagle's Lodge, 1517 W. Broadway, Moses Lake, Washington from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Please leave a note for family or sign the online guestbook at www.kayserschapel.com. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory.

Pertussis outbreak not subsiding

EPHRATA - Grant County has four confirmed and 18 linked whooping cough (pertussis) cases as of July 15. Additional cases are likely as the outbreak seems to be growing.

Son makes sure dad is back with his unit

'He's my hero,' Vaughn Downing says of his father

EPHRATA - No one knows exactly what happened to Leighton Downing on June 5, 1945. It was the middle of the desperate fight for Okinawa, casualties were high - it was a bad, bitter, tough battle. Leighton Downing was one of the young guys who didn't make it.

Notice of Application

PROJECT: A Short Plat of approximately 40.00 acres in order to create four (4) lots from one existing parcel in the Rural Residential 1 zoning district of Grant County.

NOTICE OF CONTRACT COMPLETION

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Culbert Construction, Inc. 4908 Sonora Drive, Pasco, WA 99301 has completed work on the PORT OF ROYAL SLOPE WELL No. 2 WELL PUMP, RESERVOIR NO 2 & PUMP HOUSE PROJECT, EDA Grant No. 07-79-06682.

NOTICE OF ROAD CONSTRUCTION

Central Washington Asphalt, Inc. will begin road construction of 2.74 miles of a county road in Grant County, WA from F-NW to Dodson Road.

SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON

In The Matter Of The Estate: CHRISTIAN GEHRING, Deceased

LEGAL NOTICE

Royal School District, 901 Ahlers Road, Royal City, Washington, 99357 is seeking coverage under the Washington State Department of Ecology’s Construction Stormwater NPDES and State Waste Discharge General Permit.

Notice of Rescheduled Public Hearing

Notice is hereby given that a request for a Variance received on March 12, 2014 from Ed Altman (Designated Contact: Howard Homesley, 416 S Western Ave., Moses Lake, WA 98837, 509-750-7069), was found to be technically complete on April 08, 2014.

Superior Court of Washington

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

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

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

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

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

Crop futures firmed Monday

Corn futures followed the soy markets higher. The prospect of a huge fall crop has badly depressed corn futures, but prices rebounded in concert with the soy complex Monday. Talk of surging export demand for soybeans and dryer August weather is apparently supporting the markets. Traders were probably disappointed by the Export Inspections result, but futures acted well anyway. September corn gained 4.75 cents to $3.5775/bushel at their Monday close, while December rose 5.0 cents to $3.7675.

Crop markets generally strong at midday Monday

Corn futures have backed away from early highs around midsession Monday. The prospect of a huge fall crop has badly depressed corn futures, but prices are trying to rebound in concert with the soy complex. Talk of surging export demand for soybeans and dryer August weather is apparently supporting the markets, but traders were probably disappointed by the Export Inspections result. September corn gained 2.25 cents to $3.6525/bushel late Monday morning, while December rose 2.5 cents to $3.7425.

Moses Lake pursuit suspect found hiding under tarp

MOSES LAKE - A Moses Lake man who allegedly led police on a high speed pursuit in a stolen Corvette Thursday afternoon was found hiding under a deck at a Moses Lake home.

River Dogs silence Cannons to start Washington Baseball Open

EPHRATA - Behind a strong outing from pitcher Junior Ledgard and an explosive second inning, the Columbia Basin River Dogs were able to begin the Washington Baseball Open in the win column.

Classical pianist John Nilsen to perform at Royal Church

ROYAL CITY - If you like world-class classical piano, then you should put Saturday, August 9, at the United Methodist Church on your calendar.

Royal man injured

ROYAL CITY - Two people were hurt on July 17 in a two-car crash involving a Royal City man one mile east of Royal City at Highway 26 and Road E SW.

Dog Days of Summer coming to Royal Golf Course

ROYAL CITY - Royal Golf Course Pro Randy Puetz reminds all golfers that the annual Dog Days of Summer tournament is less than a month away.

Wilson Creek city hall damaged by windstorm

Winds clocked at 41 miles per hour in Soap Lake

WILSON CREEK - A fast-moving thunderstorm packing high winds blew through town Wednesday night, toppling trees and damaging buildings.

Moses Lake 14u Chiefs headed to regionals

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake 14u Chiefs need help to reach the PNW Babe Ruth Regional baseball tournament.

Hot Desert Nights set for early August

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

Man sentenced for threatening grandfather

EPHRATA - A Desert Aire man was sentenced to about a year and a half in jail for threatening to kill his grandfather and choking his grandfather's wife.

County Prosecutor race exceeds $50,000 in funds raised

OLYMPIA - Prosecutor Angus Lee and his opponent Moses Lake attorney Garth Dano have raised more than $50,000 in the contest for the county's top prosecutor, according to election data.

Schawana and Beverly face fire scare

BEVERLY - Reacting to a fire on Saddle Mountain west of the Columbia River Friday night and Saturday morning, emergency authorities closed Highway 243 in this area and put residents on alert for possible evacuation.

Bear season opens a week from today

The fall black bear general season opens on Aug. 1, a week from today. 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.

RoadRunners and PageBoys were early garage bands

Two of the early Columbia Basin garage bands of the 1960s were the RoadRunners and the PageBoys. Spencer Clark was a member of both bands and explains the band configuration this way:

Lois I. Page

Lois I. Page, 87, a Moses Lake resident since 1967 joined her husband, J. D Page on Tuesday, July 22, 2014. She was residing at Crystal Springs Adult Care Home. Viewing will be held from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Monday, July 28, 2014 at Kayser's Chapel with a celebration of her life service at 2 p.m. at Kayser's Chapel. 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.

Grant County PUD to dredge river access at Crecent Bar

CRESCENT BAR - It appears the folks who live at Crescent Bar and the Grant County PUD, which have battled in court for more than the years over residency rights, can work together.

Ag futures ended the week in decidedly mixed fashion

Corn futures posted a late bounce Friday afternoon. Large fall harvest prospects have recently exerted great pressure on the corn market, but concurrent slippage in the soy complex added weight this morning. A late statement from the U.S. Grains Council argued that China’s forthcoming rule on DDG imports is unworkable, which didn’t help the bullish cause. However, prices rebounded somewhat at the close, thereby seeming to reflect wheat strength, bottom picking and short-covering before the weekend. September corn settled up 1.5 cents to $3.63/bushel in late Friday trading, while December rose 2.25 cents to $3.7175.

Ordinance No. 2722

An ordinance amending Chapter 16.40 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled “Fire Department Permit Fees”

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:

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.

NOTICE OF ROAD CONSTRUCTION

Central Washington Asphalt, Inc. will begin road construction of 2.74 miles of a county road in Grant County, WA from F-NW to Dodson Road.

Notice of Application and Public Hearing With Optional DNS

Description of Proposed Developement: Plat 6.23 acres into two lots. Construct 28,000 SF shop building for FFA-accredited repair of aircraft parts. The building may be expanded in the future.

CITY OF MOSES LAKE

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

Ag markets remained quite mixed at noon Friday

Corn futures dipped along with soy prices Friday morning. Large fall harvest prospects are exerting general pressure on the corn market, but concurrent slippage in the soy complex is also weigh on grains today. A late statement from the U.S. Grains Council argues that China’s forthcoming rule on DDG imports is unworkable; that may also be weighing on prices. September corn dipped 1.25 cents to $3.6025/bushel around midsession Friday, while December sagged 0.5 cent to $3.69.

Staats couple sentenced to home detention, work release for starving son

EPHRATA - The Moses Lake couple found guilty in May of starving their son to the brink of death will likely serve six months in home detention and work release.

Wildfire smoke to blame for I-90 pileup near Vantage

VANTAGE - Blowing dust, smoke and ash from nearby wildfires caused a 25-vehicle pileup Thursday morning on Interstate 90 about 10 miles west of Vantage, leaving 13 people injured.

Get out and vote

Mr. Tom Dent came to the Columbia Basin in 1955. He set up roots and has watched his community grow. I know Tom well and he has taught me the value of putting differences aside and to work together. It is only then, we can accomplish wonderful things for our fellow citizens and our families. We have become more divided in this country than ever before. We need leadership that will once again unite and put the rhetoric aside. Tom is an honorable man that will serve us well as the 13th district state representative. Please, get out and vote-for our kids, our families, and future.

The race for PCOs

We highly endorse Brent Bishop and Barbara Morgan for Precinct Committee Officers (PCOs) in Wheeler 1 and Moses Lake 7. Both would make excellent PCOs. They have sworn to listen to and represent the people in their precinct, not their own special agenda and interests. We know them personally and they are people of integrity and principles who keep their word.

Tom Dent is honest

Caring among the devastation

EDITORIAL

The Carlton Complex fire in Okanogan County has touched people close to home.

Support for Bolyard

Have you ever gotten an old car and gone through the process of learning if it will be reliable and trustworthy or be unsafe, undependable, and constantly let you down? Then because of someone's uncaring, inattention and carelessness your old car is damaged. Not a lot of damage but because you were still learning the good and bad of it...you know it is not worth trying to repair. So we go around dented until something better can be found.

It's not easy being green

GUEST EDITORIAL

Reducing mankind's carbon footprint has become the defining issue of our time and rightly so. Virtually every level of government has policies to reduce greenhouse gases by regulating everything from industrial CO2 emissions to cow flatulence.

One woman hurt in crash near George

GEORGE - A Covington woman was injured on July 16 about two miles west of George when the vehicle she was driving on Interstate 90 rolled after a tire blowout.

Workshop set to explain PUD rate structure

Commissioners review preliminary capital budget

EPHRATA - Grant County PUD officials will sponsor a workshop for customers to explain a new study that will help determine electrical rates in the future. The workshop tentatively is scheduled for the week of Aug. 11.

Julie Jo Frahm (Rainsberry - Mattson)

Julie Jo Frahm (Rainsberry - Mattson), age 55, passed away peacefully in her sleep on the morning of July 12th, 2014. A celebration of her life (not a funeral so please no black) will be held for her on August 23rd, 2014 at 2pm at the Oroville Free Methodist Church in Oroville, WA. 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.

Support for Garth Dano

Compliance with ethical rules is one of the most basic obligations of all lawyers, and especially a prosecuting attorney, who serves as the chief law enforcement official in the county. The current Grant County Prosecutor, Angus Lee, has been charged with unethical conduct by the Washington State Bar Association. (At Mr. Lee's insistence, Grant County taxpayers have paid $92,402.88 to date for a lawyer to defend Mr. Lee in these disciplinary proceedings.) Mr. Lee has also been disqualified from prosecuting a case by a superior court judge, again based on unethical conduct. The bar association and courts have done their part to respond to Mr. Lee's conduct. Now it is time for the voters to elect a new prosecutor.

Clint Didier for Congress

As I spend countless hours campaigning, I continually hear that we need to get rid of all the Congresspersons. I agree we should replace the huge majority and establish term limits because they have allowed the US to get in the mess we are currently witnessing. It was time for Doc Hastings to go because he had just become another establishment Republican without the courage to stand up to the progressives in D.C. So now we have our chance to replace him with a strong, moral, Christian man with the guts to do the right thing. Our borders are invaded daily by illegal aliens, our status in the world declines, we continually turn away from God and the Biblical principles we were founded on, the economy flounders in continual recession, our debt will hit 20 trillion dollars soon, and wars are erupting all over the world. For anyone following what is going on, it is clear that we cannot afford to elect another establishment career politician or attorney. We need Clint Didier to represent our district in Congress. He has the fortitude to give his 100% effort to trim our government and it's huge deficit spending and he will not vote to raise taxes!

Strong candidate in Precinct 7

Most people have a PCO or a Precinct Committee Officer in their neighborhood. A PCO is the face of the GOP within the precinct. In many cases, a Republican Precinct Committee Officer might be the only party precinct committee official a voter meets in leadership.

Sheriff investigates metal thefts from county farms

EPHRATA – The Grant County Sheriff’s Office is investigating five recent thefts of steel and aluminum livestock corral panels from Moses Lake area farms and ranches.

Victor Salgado wins 10-K race

GEORGE - Victor Salgado turned in a time of 38:23 to claim first place overall in the annual 10-kilometer Cherry Bomb Run on the fourth of July. The top woman in the race, Holly Gwinn, clocked 45:09.

Accomplish common goals: Tom Dent

I am writing this letter in support of Tom Dent. I have known him for over forty years and believe him to be the best candidate to represent the 13th District in Olympia. I have served on the Washington State Republican Party State Committee for thirty years and I served with Tom for ten of those years.

Moses Lake expected to continue medical pot ban

MOSES LAKE - The City of Moses Lake will likely continue a ban on medical marijuana collective gardens for six more months as it waits for the state Legislature to act on medical marijuana regulations.

Congress: two-thirds approval

No person should seek to have a government solve their personal problems. No government can create true equality of results, but only equality of opportunity!

Now is the time to prepare for the fall hunt

Let the hunts begin. Yes, the first hunt begins Aug. 1, eight days from now. This hunt is for black bear in several Game Management Units, including some in the Columbia Basin. Other GMUs open for black bear on Aug. 15 and still more on Sept. 1. Two master hunter elk hunts also begin on Aug. 1.

Manta Ray Aquatics thankful for support

Dear Editor,

Jerry Allen Van Ness

7/18/1938 - 7/20/2014

7/18/1938 - 7/20/2014

Iris L. (Van Patter) Whitney

Iris L. (Van Patter) Whitney, age 86, loving wife, mother, and grandmother, died at her home on July 20, 2014 after a long illness. She was surrounded by her family.

American Legion gets face-lift

MOSES LAKE - Grant County veterans got a little help this week from off-duty Air Force firefighters and local Home Depot workers.

Bears made presence felt in the ag markets Thursday afternoon

Corn futures dipped on China talk Thursday. Corn futures followed soybeans higher Wednesday night and seemed likely to keep rising after the weekly Export Sales report stated the new-crop result far above expectations. However, rumors that China will insist that U.S. DDGs shipped to that country be certified free of an unapproved GMO trait apparently undercut the market. September corn settled 1.0 cent lower at $3.615/bushel late Thursday, while December sagged 1.25 cents to $3.695.

NOTICE OF STATE'S INTENT TO NEGOTIATE LEASES

Department of Natural Resources will begin negotiation of expiring leases with existing lessees on the following parcels.

NOTICE OF ROAD CONSTRUCTION

Central Washington Asphalt, Inc. will begin road construction of 2.74 miles of a county road in Grant County, WA from F-NW to Dodson Road.

North Franklin School District No. 51

The North Franklin School District No. 51- solicits bids for fuel supplies for September 1, 2014, through August 31, 2015.

SMALL WORKS ROSTER

The GCPHA is preparing a 2014 small works roster of responsible contractors who request to submit bid quotations on contracted construction projects of less than One Hundred Thousand Dollars to be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder.

NORTH FRANKLIN SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 51

The North Franklin School District No. 51 is announcing its project requirements for first aid instruction services.

PUBLIC NOTICE - FRANKLIN COUNTY

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Franklin County Planning and Building Department, determined to be the Lead Agency pursuant to the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) of 1971, as amended, and Washington Administrative Code (WAC) 197-11, has issued a Determination of Non-Significance (DNS) concerning the following proposed project:

NOTICE OF STATE'S INTENT TO NEGOTIATE LEASES

Department of Natural Resources will begin negotiation of expiring leases with existing lessees on the following parcels.

SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON

Estate of BENIGNO ZAVALA, 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:

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON

To: Saul Benitez, Father

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:

FRANKLIN COUNTY

AN ORDINANCE REPEALING EXISTING SECTIONS 10.08.020 AND 10.08.050 OF THE FRANKLIN COUNTY CODE AND REPLACING THEM WITH REVISED SECTIONS

Ag markets proved surprisingly changeable Thursday morning

Corn futures dipped on China talk Thursday morning. Corn futures followed soybeans higher Wednesday night and seemed likely to keep rising after the weekly Export Sales report stated the new-crop result far above expectations. However, rumors that China will insist that U.S. DDGs shipped to that country be certified free of an unapproved GMO trait apparently undercut the market. September corn sank 0.25 cents to $3.6225/bushel late Thursday morning, while December sagged 0.5 cent to $3.7025.

"Pajama Game" actors wanted

SOAP LAKE - Masquers Theatre of Soap Lake will hold auditions July 26-27 and August 2-3, from 2-4 p.m. for the fall musical "Pajama Game" .

Ping pong drop an adventure

ROYAL CITY – The annual SummerFest ping pong ball drop, which Royal Slope kids love, had become sort of ho-hum.

Sizzlin' Summer swim meet results

Fair, Alvarez, Johston and Washburn high point winners for Manta Rays

MOSES LAKE - Full results for the Moses Lake Manta Rays' Sizzlin' Summer swim meet were released recently.

Lots of opportunities for wildfire donations

Bottled water, camping equipment, generators among needed items

MOSES LAKE - Joni Parks said nobody really expected the fire to burn into the town of Pateros. At least nobody in the little group watching from Watson Draw Road the night of July 17.

Temporary burn ban imposed

EPHRATA - The Grant County Board of Commissioners has imposed a temporary ban on outdoor burning as of July 16 because of the high heat that has settled in the county.

Masquers auditions July 26-27, Aug. 2-3

'The Pajama Game' is winter musical

SOAP LAKE - Auditions for the Masquers Theater production of "The Pajama Game" are scheduled for 2 to 4 p.m. July 26 and 27 and Aug. 2 and 3. Auditions will be at the theater, 322 East Main St.

Ephrata pot store officially opens

EPHRATA - Grant County's only licensed retail marijuana store officially opened its doors Tuesday afternoon in Ephrata.

Senta Maris Barkley

Senta Maris Barkley, 8, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 16, 2014 at Seattle Children's Hospital following a lifelong illness. Her final days were spent surrounded by family.

Loren L. Horst

Loren was born on June 9, 1929 in Irby, Wash. to Jakie and Rhyle (Swent) Horst and went to be with Jesus on Saturday, July 19, 2014 at the age of 85.

County commissioners get impatient about QVMC debt

EPHRATA - Grant County officials say they are becoming impatient with Quincy Valley Medical Center's $4 million debt, and their foot-dragging approach to reduce it.

Kenneth James Gibson

Long time Moses Lake resident Kenneth James Gibson passed away on July 20, 2014.

LEGAL NOTICE

The Port of Royal Slope will be holding a Special Meeting on Wednesday, July 30th at 2:00 p.m. in order to accept bid proposals on the Waterline Extension Project.

PORT OF ROYAL SLOPE

12” MAINLINE EXTENSION

Notice of Application

PROJECT: A Short Subdivision of an approximately 81.66 acre parcel into 2 lots.

Moses Lake family organizes donation run for fire victims

MOSES LAKE - Cole Brumet and his family were planning to go camping last weekend. Then Cole saw the pictures of the damage caused by the fires that roared through Okanogan County Wednesday and Thursday.

One candidate who walks her talk

COULEE CITY - Whether she wins a 13th District State House seat or not, candidate Dani Bolyard of Coulee City is going to learn if what she teaches works.

Ken Gibson

Kenneth James Gibson was born to Bert F. Gibson & Teelia Dodd Gibson in Freewater, Oregon on April 7, 1923. He died on July 20, 2014 at the age of 91. He was the youngest of three children and the only son of Bert & Teelia Gibson. Raised on a farm, he learned at an early age value of working hard long hours, caring for animals and repairing machinery.

Sagebrush Senior Center

DESERT AIRE - The Sagebrush Senior Center annual golf tournament and auction will be held this Thursday, July 24.

Pheasant seeks re-election as Grant County Treasurer

EPHRATA - Grant County Treasurer Darryl Pheasant announced this week that he will seek his eighth term for the position. He will be running as a non-partisan candidate, he stated in a press release.

River Dogs fall to Taylor Baseball in championship game

SEATTLE - The River Dogs' 14-game win streak ended Monday after the team lost to Taylor Baseball, 8-3, in the championship game of the Baden Showcase.

12 cows fall off cliff, die near Soap Lake

SOAP LAKE - A dozen cows died Sunday morning after falling off a rock cliff and onto the shoulder of state Route 17 about 10 miles north of Soap Lake.

Senator Holmquist honored by NFIB again

OLYMPIA – The state’s largest small-business has singled out Sen. Janéa Holmquist of Moses Lake as one of only two lawmakers to receive its Outstanding Legislator honor for the 63rd Washington State Legislature.

Police chief pleased for kids

Good news has come to the City of Mattawa and the very young children who live here. I was delighted to learn that the Wahluke School District has received funding to increase its Early Childhood Education & Assistance Program (ECEAP) preschool from part-day to full-day.

Dems like Beltran for Congress

Estakio Beltran, candidate for the Fourth District seat in the U.S. House of Representatives, is endorsed by the Grant County Democrats.

Reader supports Dent

Ballots are being mailed this week. When you go to vote, I would encourage you to look at the candidates and what interest they have and have had in the Legislative arena.

Writer supports Bolyard

I have known Dani Bolyard for many years. I can say without a doubt that Dani is the right candidate at the right time for the right position.

Man on stolen motorcycle evades police in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - A male riding a stolen motorcycle was able to elude police following a high speed chase Sunday night in Moses Lake and into Adams County.

Attorney Garth Dano seeks to be prosecutor

MOSES LAKE - Long-time Moses Lake resident and attorney Garth Dano is running for Grant County Prosecutor in the upcoming election.

PORT OF ROYAL SLOPE

12” MAINLINE EXTENSION

Legal Notice

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Royal School District 160 Board of Directors will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2014-15 school district budget. The hearing will be held at the regular meeting of the Royal School District Board of Directors scheduled for Monday, July 28, 2014, at 7:30 PM in the High School Library. The hearing is open to the public and any person may appear at the meeting to be heard for or against the budget or any part thereof. The completed budget is on file at the district administration office and a copy will be furnished to any person requesting one.

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD August 4, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata, WA to adopt an Ordinance amending Chapter 2.30 of the Grant County Code titled Indigent Public Defense.

LEGAL NOTICE

The Port of Royal Slope will be holding a Special Meeting on Wednesday, July 30th at 2:00 p.m. in order to accept bid proposals on the Waterline Extension Project. The meeting will be held at the Port Office located at 4975 Road 13.5 SW; Royal City. The public is welcome to attend.

LEGAL NOTICE

The Port of Royal Slope will be changing the regular commission meeting on Tuesday July 22nd to Wednesday, July 23rd at 4:00 pm. The meeting will be held at the Port Office located at 4975 Road 13.5 SW; Royal City. The public is welcome to attend.

LEGAL NOTICE

Warden School District No. 146 is seeking bids for a licensed bonded farmer to farm approximately 30 acres of potatoes for the District.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY

TO: RYAN CODY and anyone claiming a parental interest.

LEGAL NOTICE

Royal School District, 901 Ahlers Road, Royal City, Washington, 99357 is seeking coverage under the Washington State Department of Ecology’s Construction Stormwater NPDES and State Waste Discharge General Permit.

STATE OF WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY

NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO CONSTRUCT A NEW AIR POLLUTION SOURCE

Legal Notice

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Royal School District 160 Board of Directors will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2013-14 school district budget extension for the Associat Student Body Fund. The hearing will be held at the regular meeting of the Royal School District Board of Directors scheduled for Monday, July 28, 2014, at 7:30 PM in the High School Library. The hearing is open to the public and any person may appear at the meeting to be heard for or against the budget or any part thereof. The completed budget is on file at the district administration office and a copy will be furnished to any person requesting one.

The Ladies of Washington Rodeo

Milbrandt Vineyards's plans moving forward

GEORGE – Milbrandt Vineyards's plans to build a grape crushing facility outside of George has started the ball rolling toward a potentially bright future for the community.

Washburn, Alvarez high point winners at Sizzlin' Summer

MOSES LAKE - "Go, go, go!"

Newhouse, Cicotte lead in campaign fundraising

MOSES LAKE - With about two weeks until the primary election, Republican Dan Newhouse continues to outpace his opponents in fundraising in the Fourth District Congressional race.

River Dogs to play for Baden Showcase championship

SEATTLE - Columbia Basin's 1-4 dud at the Taylor Baseball Classic must feel like a lifetime ago.

Weekend fun at Basin Summer Sounds

Ephrata's summer music festival celebrates ten years

Music, food and fun seems to be the overall theme of Ephrata's annual Basin Summer Sounds event. Starting in 2004, this was the tenth year the free music festival brought local vendors, live entertainment and other family-friendly activities to downtown Ephrata.

Moses Lake crash leaves four injured

MOSES LAKE - A Spokane truck driver was charged with negligent driving after allegedly causing a five-vehicle crash Friday afternoon in Moses Lake, leaving himself and three others injured.

Grape crushing facility coming to George, WA

GEORGE - Milbrandt Vineyards's plans to build a grape crushing facility outside of George has started the ball rolling toward a potentially bright future for the community.

Shoreline patrol costing up to $22K per day

Grant PUD patrolling up to 90 miles of riverbank

EPHRATA - The Grant County PUD is spending up to $22,254 per day to patrol the riverbank exposed by the drawdown at Wanapum Dam, closed to the public.

Soccer mom arranges soccer camp for her kids and others

ROYAL CITY - When Perla Garcia's daughter McKenzie told her she wanted to be a professional soccer player, she went into action.

Pertussis Outbreak among migrant farm workers near Mattawa

MATTAWA — Grant County Health District (GCHD) staff members are investigating three cases of pertussis (whooping cough) and 210 people that came in contact with it in Mattawa and Quincy.

Blaze near Vantage burns about 25,000 acres

VANTAGE - Auvil Fruit Co. residents evacuated because of the Saddle Mountain Fire on Friday night were allowed to return home Sunday and farm workers will be allowed back home today, according to a news release from the Kittitas County Sheriff's Office.

Legal Notice

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Royal School District 160 Board of Directors will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2014-15 school district budget.

Legal Notice

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Royal School District 160 Board of Directors will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2013-14 school district budget extension for the Associat Student Body Fund.

VENDOR ROSTER SOLICITATION

Grant County maintains and is seeking to expand its Vendor Roster as authorized under RCW 36.32.245 for the purchase of materials, equipment, supplies and/or services with an estimated value between $5,000 and $25,000 and is soliciting/encouraging businesses to join. As an equal opportunity employer, this invitation extends to all qualifying businesses, including those that are minority and woman-owned.

LEGAL NOTICE

Royal School District, 901 Ahlers Road, Royal City, Washington, 99357 is seeking coverage under the Washington State Department of Ecology’s Construction Stormwater NPDES and State Waste Discharge General Permit.

PUBLIC NOTICE

Wilbur-Ellis Company, 14794 SE Road 1.3, Moses Lake, WA 98837, is seeking coverage under the Washington State Department of Ecology's Construction Stormwater NPDES and State Waste Discharge General Permit.

Superior Court of Washington

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

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR KITTITAS COUNTY

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: ISABEL F. ROSEBURG, Deceased.

Request from Moses Lake Firefighters

GUEST EDITORIAL

As you know, many citizens of Washington State have endured a worse than normal wildland fire season. Moses Lake Firefighters L2052, have had crews directly involved in firefighting operations and have seen first hand the devastating results of these fires. It is with a heavy heart that we come to you with a request to assist those families and communities who have been evacuated from their homes, or worse yet, lost their homes. We are working directly with our local American Red Cross, Apple Valley Chapter, to help those families in need. As of now their biggest need is monetary donations, but they are also excepting physical donations such as bottled water and clothing. For a list of donations needed, or to give a monetary donation, please contact the Apple Valley Chapter of the American Red Cross @ 509-663-3907or at redcross.org. Physical donations may be dropped off at Moses Lake Fire Station #1 @ 701 E 3rd Ave or please call 509-765-2204. More information about the wildfires and donations can be found on Moses Lake Firefighters Facebook page or on our website MosesLakeFirefighters.org. Your Moses Lake Firefighters appreciate your help and thank you for your undying support.

Purdue agronomist: “Cautiously optimistic” about corn crop

Indiana's corn is showing potential to produce a bumper crop for the second consecutive year, but much of it could "suffer quickly" if growing conditions turn unfavorable, Purdue Extension corn specialist Bob Nielsen says.

Wildfire smoke to blame for I-90 pileup near Vantage

VANTAGE - Blowing dust, smoke and ash from nearby wildfires caused a 25-vehicle pileup Thursday morning on Interstate 90 about 10 miles west of Vantage, leaving 13 people injured.

Ping pong drop an adventure

ROYAL CITY - The annual SummerFest ping pong ball drop, which Royal Slope kids love, had become sort of ho-hum.

Basin ball players prepare for trip to Nettuno, Italy

MOSES LAKE - America's Pastime has now become a global game.

Tense zoning meeting about The Gorge ends with no answers

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

Soap Lake looks at fire chief fix

SOAP LAKE - The City of Soap Lake plans to create a new position to oversee the volunteer fire department while the city council struggles to find a long-term solution to provide fire services in the city.

Herald interim publisher named

MOSES LAKE - Beloit Daily News Publisher Kent Eymann was named interim publisher of the Columbia Basin Herald Tuesday.

Attorney Garth Dano seeks to be prosecutor

MOSES LAKE – Long-time Moses Lake resident and attorney Garth Dano is running for Grant County Prosecutor in the upcoming election.

High Temperature Protection tips from the sun

MATTAWA - The warm days of summer are here, and the Columbia Health Association (CBHA) reminds you to protect against the sun and skin cancer.

Columbia Crest Center in Moses Lake receives national award

MOSES LAKE - Genesis HealthCare's Columbia Crest Center recently received national recognition.

Former Moses Lake football player headed to University of Great Falls

GREAT FALLS, Mont. - Since graduating from Moses Lake High School, Colton Thompson's athletic future had been up in the air.

Opening weekend for Neppel's Dockside Pub

MOSES LAKE - If it's every guy's dream to own a bar, then business partners Shane Stonemetz and Ray and Chris Valle have it made.

Whooping cough outbreak near Mattawa

among migrant farm workers

MATTAWA - Grant County Health District (GCHD) staff members are investigating three cases of pertussis (whooping cough) and 210 people that came in contact with it in Mattawa and Quincy.

Grant County vets lose advocate

MOSES LAKE - Grant County veterans who need a place to sleep, help buying food and groceries or filling out benefit paperwork have one less way to receive help.

Grape crushing facility plan moves forward

GEORGE - Milbrandt Vineyards's plans to build a grape crushing facility outside of George has started the ball rolling toward a potentially bright future for the community.

Moses Lake Air Tanker Base helps battle blazes

MOSES LAKE - Air Tanker Base Manager Robert Meade watches his crew load retardant onto a 1950s-era BAE-146 like a proud father.

Isaacs named Nash manager in 1952

The C.B. Supply Company sold Ferguson 30 tractors, as the ad indicates, but the company also sold Nash automobiles. Read on.

Victor Salgado wins Cherry Bomb 10-K

GEORGE – Victor Salgado turned in a time of 38:23 to claim first place overall in the annual 10-kilometer Cherry Bomb Run on the fourth of July. The top woman in the race, Holly Gwinn, clocked 45:09.

Wildfires cause eastern Wash. emergency declaration

OLYMPIA - A state of emergency was declared in 20 eastern Washington counties, including Grant and Adams counties, because of multiple wildfires threatening homes, businesses and natural resources as fire crews continue to face severe fire weather conditions.

Use care when outside on hot days

OK, it's hot outside. The forecast is calling for the next 10 days is calling for five days topping out at 90 degrees or above and five days at 85 degrees or above. The lows are scheduled to be in the high 50s or low 60s.

Cathy Jo Glaesemann

A Memorial Service will be held for Cathy Jo Glaesemann who passed away December 13, 2013.

Fresh News from MarDon

After the warmest day (so far) of 2014 warm water fisheries are producing improved action for anglers.

LEGAL NOTICE

The Port of Royal Slope will be changing the regular commission meeting on Tuesday July 22nd to Wednesday, July 23rd at 4:00 pm.

Wildfires cause eastern Wash. emergency declaration

OLYMPIA - A state of emergency was declared in 20 eastern Washington counties, including Grant and Adams counties, because of multiple wildfires threatening homes, businesses and natural resources as fire crews continue to face severe fire weather conditions.

Taste of Wahluke Slope a success

DESERT AIRE – Mattawa Area Multicultural Chamber of Commerce President Lois Thiede declared the Taste of Wahluke Slope wine festival at the Desert Aire clubhouse on June 28 a success.

Chiefs first in Pasco

PASCO - If there was any doubt who the best team at the Pasco Redneck Summer Wrestling Camp was before the duals started by the end Moses Lake had squashed any and all of it.

Fishin' Magician: Dave Graybill

I had heard that the sockeye fishing was already good in the Brewster Pool, so I talked my wife Eileen into getting up at 3 a.m. to give it a try.

Council position remains open

MATTAWA - The Mattawa City Council had only one applicant by July 3 for an open council position. So an appointment for the seat has been put on hold.

Samaritan may lose some Medicaid funding

Final report released sometime in August

MOSES LAKE - Samaritan Healthcare is on a preliminary list of hospitals that could lose 1 percent of their Medicare funding because of a higher rate of "patient complications" than similar hospitals. Samaritan is on the list with three incidents in the evaluation periods.

Tom Dent is honest

I have known Tom Dent for 30 years. He has been a business associate in agriculture, as well as a personal friend. 

The epilogue

Epilogue: A concluding part added to a literary work.

Veterans are slipping through the cracks

Why do so many Americans and our veterans have to go through so much red tape in order to receive any help or benefits? So many homeless people in the streets, what's wrong with this picture?

Moses Lake gang member sentenced after police chase

EPHRATA - An alleged Moses Lake gang member who was recently arrested at least seven times was sentenced to about a year and a half in jail for stealing a car and leading police on a chase in May.

Current Federal Government violating the law

The former Democratic Governor of Colorado, Richard Lamm, gave a speech at an immigration conference in 2004 titled, "How to Destroy America!" That speech followed a presentation by Professor Victor Davis Hanson regarding his book "Mexifornica" that explained how both legal and illegal immigration was destroying California.

Dani Bolyard is fair-minded, would serve district well

I'm writing today in support of Dani Bolyard for District 13 Representative. Dani is a person of strong Republican principles, and she has worked tirelessly to restore the American Dream of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. As the chairwoman of the Grant County Republican Party, she always maintained a strict adherence to the party bylaws, and remained fair minded even in the face of opposition. She is a Constitutional scholar, and a fervent defender of our god-given rights. We need principled representatives like Dani now, more than ever. Please join me in voting for her!

Grant County Democrats endorse Estakio Beltran

Estakio Beltran, candidate for the Fourth Congressional District, is endorsed by the Grant County Democrats. Estakio Beltran's qualifications include: 1) Having grown up in the Yakima Valley, he's "a product of the district;" 2) having worked in agriculture, he knows firsthand the importance of farming; 3) having a BA in communication from Gonzaga and a MA in Public Administration from Columbia University he's well educated for the position; 4) having assisted Senator Maria Cantwell for two years, he's the only candidate with federal level experience and 5) having risen to Senior Legislative Advisor for former Congressman Dennis Cardoza, who represented a district similar to ours, he familiar with agriculture issues..

Support for Angus Lee

Angus Lee is a dedicated Prosecutor who has a passion for his job. We could not do any better than this Marine. A warrior with a big heart!! An experienced prosecutor and man of integrity! Why would we elect a lawyer who has only been a Defense Attorney and whose passion seems to be getting people off in DUI cases? And who has the support of area Defense Attorney's who have a grudge because the Prosecution is winning cases. Lee has the support of the citizens who are sick and tired of drunk drivers, gangs, sexual deviants and criminals. Don't settle for less than the best!!

Tom Dent would serve the 13th District with honor and high standards

This is intended as an unqualified endorsement of Tom Dent as a candidate for the Washington State Legislature for the 13th District, Position #1.

Relay team appreciates Herald's support

We would like to thank you (so much!) for donating the weekend at Lake Coeur d'Alene gift certificate complete with a boat cruise.

Jobs abound in the Dakotas

GUEST EDITORIAL

If you are looking for a family-wage job these days, there is no better place to look than the Dakotas, but for entirely different reasons.

Shoreline costs, closure irritates some

GUEST EDITORIAL

A Friday Columbia Basin Herald article story detailing the expenses Grant PUD is incurring to patrol the exposed shoreline behind Wanapum Dam upset some readers. They weighed in on our Facebook page.

Common Sense

Some concepts are not easy to understand, so I want to clarify this one. Let's get this straight...we finally have a person with high ethical standards, doing an excellent job as Grant County Prosecutor. Now we're supposed to believe that a lawyer who has spent his entire career trying to keep criminals out of jail wants to take a large pay cut, in order to put them in jail as a prosecutor. Something smells fishy to me! What actually makes sense is to retain Angus Lee. Allow him to contiunue the work for which he was elected.

Dani Bolyard Best Choice For 13th District

I would like to go on record as endorsing Dani Bolyard for House District 13, Position 1. As a single working female, I often feel ignored by our leadership. When Dani served as the Grant County Republican Chairwoman, I saw her set aside her own personal views to help promote the views of the entire group. Dani and I do not agree 100% on everything, but never once has she tried to tell me I was wrong and she was right. She will listen and consider my opinion while expressing her own.

Holmquist is the right choice for Congress

Doc Hastings' unexpected retirement has created a mad scramble of activity in central Washington amongst those who seek to succeed him. A high stakes game of musical chairs is the result.

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:

SMALL WORKS ROSTER

The GCPHA is preparing a 2014 small works roster of responsible contractors who request to submit bid quotations on contracted construction projects of less than One Hundred Thousand Dollars to be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder.

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Warden School District 146-161 Board of Directors will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2014-15 school district budget.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

795 SAGEHILL ROAD MESA, WA 99343

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:

NOTICE OF ISSUANCE OF DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE

Grant County has issued a Determination of Non-Significance (MDNS) under the State Environmental Policy Act Rules (WAC Chapter 197-11) for the following project: The applicant is proposing to divide an existing 2.43acre parcel into six lots.

EMULSIFIED ASPHALT (HFE-150)

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed bids will be received at the Office of the Board of County Commissioners, Franklin County Courthouse, until 8:45 AM on Wednesday, July 30, 2014, and then shall be opened and publicly read aloud at the regularly scheduled Board meeting after 9:00 AM on the same day.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

LOT 4, SHORT PLAT 77-15, ACCORDING TO THE SURVEY THEREOF RECORDED UNDER AUDITOR’S FILE NO. 368460, RECORDS OF FRANKLIN COUNTY, WASHINGTON Commonly known as: 7205 N ROAD 44 PASCO Washington 99301

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON

To: Shawn Jennings, Father

FRANKLIN COUNTY

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Franklin County Planning Commission will be holding a public meeting/workshop to discuss the Franklin County Shoreline Master Program Update.

Notice of Application

PROJECT: A Short Plat of approximately 63.68 acres in order to create two (2) lots from one existing parcel in the Agriculture zoning district of Grant County.

FRANKLIN COUNTY

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that there has been proposed to the Franklin County Planning Commission an application by Keith Middleton, 20 Piekarski Road, Pasco, WA 99301 for a Conditional Use Permit, CUP 2014-03.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

LOT 37, VILLAGE AT PASCO HEIGHTS, PHASE 6, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME D OF PLATS, PAGE 307, RECORDS OF FRANKLIN COUNTY, WASHINGTON. SITUATE IN THE COUNTY OF FRANKLIN, STATE OF WASHINGTON Tax Parcel No: 116320110, commonly known as 5315 EISENHOWER COURT, PASCO, WA.

Walleyes drop two against Peppers

YAKIMA - On their last road trip of the season the Moses Lake Walleyes came up empty.

Life Options mobile unit scheduled

Coming to Mattawa

MATTAWA - Life Options Pregnancy Medical Center has announced it will expand its services to Mattawa with the use of its new mobile unit, beginning July 22.

Grant County vets lose advocate

MOSES LAKE - Grant County veterans who need a place to sleep, help buying food and groceries or filling out benefit paperwork have one less way to receive help.

READER SUPPORTS CLINT DIDIER

Didier the obvious choice

on the East side.

2,000 acres burn near Soap Lake

GRANT COUNTY - A lightning strike Monday afternoon caused a wildfire to burn at least 2,000 acres about 15 miles northwest of Soap Lake.

Crescent Bar channel work begins in August

Excavation will deepen channel between boat launch and Columbia River

CRESCENT BAR - The Grant County PUD will speed up a plan to excavate the access channel at the Crescent Bar boat launch, under the terms of an agreement between the utility and Crescent Bar Inc. The channel connects the boat launch with the Columbia River.

Herald interim publisher named

MOSES LAKE - Beloit Daily News Publisher Kent Eymann was named interim publisher of the Columbia Basin Herald Tuesday.

CBHA offers sun protection tips

MATTAWA - The warm days of summer are here, and the Columbia Health Association reminds you to protect against the sun and skin cancer.

Moses Lake still unbeaten in Pasco

PASCO - Moses Lake wrestling concluded Day 1 of the Pasco Redneck Summer Wrestling Camp a perfect 8-0.

ENDORSING DANI BOLYARD

Bolyard listens to people

I would like to go on record as endorsing Dani Bolyard for House District 13, Position 1.

COUPLE SUPPORTS DAN NEWHOUSE

Newhouse a hard worker

Dan Newhouse is not afraid of hard work.

2014 Pendleton Roundup Queen and Court

PORT OF ROYAL SLOPE

12” MAINLINE EXTENSION

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Sealed bids will be received by the Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County, Washington until 2:00 P.M., on July 30, 2014 to Supply and Install Hydro Office Furnishings as more fully described in Contract Documents 330-3857.

NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR USDA APPROVED BEVERAGES VENDING AND ACCOUNTING SERVICES.

The Moses Lake School District (MLSD) is accepting written proposals from qualified beverage vendors to provide product and services to the district's four (4) secondary schools, as well as the Columbia Basin Technical Skills Center, according to the USDA Beverage Standards, effective July 1, 2014.

Mitsubishi Aircraft Corporation expands to Moses Lake, WA

AeroTEC has secured a contract with Mitsubishi Aircraft Corporation to conduct all of the US flight testing for the new Mitsubishi Regional Jet 90s in Moses Lake, WA.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

305 LORING DRIVE, MOSES LAKE, WA

Didier accuses Newhouse of illegal campaigning

Clint Didier, a candidate for the 4th Congressional District seat, has accused rival Dan Newhouse of illegal campaign practices, which Newhouse's campaign denies.

Soccer mom arranges soccer camp for her kids and others

ROYAL CITY – When Perla Garcia's daughter McKenzie told her she wanted to be a professional soccer player, she went into action.

Old Time Fiddlers bring convention to Moses Lake's Frontier Middle School

About 340 musicians in town for workshops, jam sessions

MOSES LAKE - The old-time music and the musicians who play it will fill the halls of Frontier Middle School this week with the arrival of the Washington Old Time Fiddlers Association workshop.

Becky Sue Anderson

Becky Sue Anderson

Antonius "Toon" Loos

Antonius "Toon" Loos, 52, a resident of Royal City passed away peacefully surrounded by family at Samaritan hospital on Friday, July 11, 2014.

Holmquist receives key endorsement

MOSES LAKE – Fourth District Congressional candidate Janéa Holmquist of Moses Lake received a coveted endorsement last week from Human Life PAC, the leading pro-life organization in the state of Washington.

Moses Lake swimmer prepares for championships

WENATCHEE - Local swimmer Eric Kemper competed at a swim meet in Wenatchee recently and had a strong showing.

Ronald Gardner

Ronald Gardner of Moses Lake passed away July 11, 2014. He will be cremated with Neptune Society and there will not be service. Born in Newark, NJ on July 28, 1942.

Primary election ballots to be mailed this week

MOSES LAKE - The heated race to fill the seat of retiring Rep. Doc Hastings in the Fourth Congressional District will soon be narrowed down as ballots for the primary election are mailed this week.

Mitsubishi Aircraft Corporation to erform flight testing in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - Mitsubishi Aircraft Corporation announced Monday it will conduct all of its U.S. flight testing for their new aircraft in Moses Lake beginning in fall 2015.

Smith and White Beat the Heat at Ephrata Raceway Park

EPHRATA - Extremely hot temperatures and a full moon greeted racers at Ephrata Raceway Park on Saturday.

Wildfire prompts emergency proclamation

EPHRATA - Last week's wildfire near the Grant and Douglas county line prompted the largest response in Grant County history and a emergency declaration from county commissioners.

Antonius "Toon" Loos

Antonius "Toon" Loos, 52, a resident of Royal City passed away peacefully surrounded by family at Samaritan hospital on Friday, July 11, 2014. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a note for the family at www.kayserschapel.com Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory, Moses Lake.

Chiefs dominant in Pasco

PASCO - The Moses Lake wrestling team began its run at the Pasco Redneck Summer Wrestling Camp in dominant fashion.

Golf tournament benefits Boys and Girls Club

MOSES LAKE - Local golfers pitched in to help the Moses Lake Boys and Girls Club recently.

Cathy Jo Glaesemann

A Memorial Service will be held for Cathy Jo Glaesemann who passed away December 13, 2013.

Mattawa Chamber meeting tomorrow

MATTAWA - The Mattawa Area Multicultural Chamber of Commerce July meeting will be held Wednesday, July 16 at City Hall at noon.

LEGAL NOTICE

Warden School District No. 146 is seeking bids for a licensed bonded farmer to farm approximately 30 acres of potatoes for the District.

Legal Notice

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Royal School District 160 Board of Directors will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2013-14 school district budget extension for the Associat Student Body Fund. The hearing will be held at the regular meeting of the Royal School District Board of Directors scheduled for Monday, July 28, 2014, at 7:30 PM in the High School Library. The hearing is open to the public and any person may appear at the meeting to be heard for or against the budget or any part thereof. The completed budget is on file at the district administration office and a copy will be furnished to any person requesting one.

Legal Notice

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Royal School District 160 Board of Directors will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2014-15 school district budget. The hearing will be held at the regular meeting of the Royal School District Board of Directors scheduled for Monday, July 28, 2014, at 7:30 PM in the High School Library. The hearing is open to the public and any person may appear at the meeting to be heard for or against the budget or any part thereof. The completed budget is on file at the district administration office and a copy will be furnished to any person requesting one.

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Ordinance No. 2719

An ordinance amending Chapter 18.58 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled “Signs”

PORT OF ROYAL SLOPE

12” MAINLINE EXTENSION

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Walleyes win 3 of 4

MOSES LAKE - A busy weekend for the Moses Lake Walleyes netted the team three wins out of four games.

Soccer mom arranges soccer camp

for her kids and others

ROYAL CITY - When Perla Garcia's daughter McKenzie told her she wanted to be a professional soccer player, she went into action.

Jackpot year for Washington cherries

QUINCY - Farming can be a little like gambling. Sometimes a farmer or grower comes up snake eyes, the victim of bad weather or a bad market. But sometimes they hit the jackpot.

Eugene R. (Gene) Busby

Eugene R. (Gene) Busby passed away Wednesday, July 2, 2014 at home.

Pool building construction on budget, on schedule

MOSES LAKE - Workers are putting the finishing touches on the exterior of the new pool building at Moses Lake High School.

Congressional candidates answer questions at forum

Six candidates talk about immigration, accountability

MOSES LAKE - Energy production, immigration and government accountability were the topics at a forum for U.S. Congressional candidates Saturday.

Police find homemade bomb, drugs near Quincy grade school

QUINCY - Police found a homemade bomb, guns and several types of illegal drugs at a home near Pioneer Elementary School recently.

2 injured in crash

QUINCY – A Walla Walla woman and a Moses Lake man were injured in a 2-car collision June 30 four miles east of here at Highway 28 and Adams Road.

Moses Lake chosen as Mitsubishi airliner test site

MOSES LAKE — Mitsubishi Aircraft Corporation announced Monday it will begin testing its new airliner in Moses Lake next fall.

River Dogs take first place at Walla Walla Invitational

WALLA WALLA - It was a banner weekend for the Columbia Basin River Dogs program.

Soroptimist helps kids prepare for school

MOSES LAKE - The backpack. A common school supply typically filled with pens, paper and textbooks - but one local organization is filling them with daily life essentials such as clothing, grooming products, and even food.

TV show on state ag wins Telly Award

MOSES LAKE - "Washington Grown," a television show highlighting agriculture throughout the state, was recently put in the national and international spotlight.

LEGAL NOTICE

The Regular Session of the Commission of the Port of Moses Lake is CANCELLED for July 14th.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

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

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS

CLOVER DRIVE LIFT STATION PROJECT - 2014

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Legal Notice

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Royal School District 160 Board of Directors will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2013-14 school district budget extension for the Associat Student Body Fund.

PUBLIC NOTICE

Wilbur-Ellis Company, 14794 SE Road 1.3, Moses Lake, WA 98837, is seeking coverage under the Washington State Department of Ecology's Construction Stormwater NPDES and State Waste Discharge General Permit.

SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON

In The Matter Of The Estate: CHRISTIAN GEHRING, Deceased

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR KITTITAS COUNTY

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: ISABEL F. ROSEBURG, Deceased.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

Grantors/Debtors: Ronald G. Potter and Claudia I. Potter, husband and wife

Legal Notice

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Royal School District 160 Board of Directors will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2014-15 school district budget.

Mitsubishi to test new airliner in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE — Mitsubishi Aircraft Corporation announced Monday it will begin testing its new airliner in Moses Lake next fall.

63 Royal knights attend Eastern Washington Summer football camp

ROYAL CITY - The Royal Knights football team continues to build momentum toward its goal of finishing the 2014 season with a State Championship.

Serve Moses Lake closes Transformation House

Program providing temporary housing to substance abuse survivors closes July 31

MOSES LAKE - The Serve Moses Lake program will be closing its "Transformation House" recovery program July 31.

Moses Lake driver rear-ends two cars

MOSES LAKE – A Moses Lake driver was cited for several violations by the Washington State Patrol after the vehicle he was driving rear-ended two others on June 26 in Moses Lake.

Jackpot year for Washington cherries

QUINCY - Farming can be a little like gambling. Sometimes a farmer or grower comes up snake eyes, the victim of bad weather or a bad market. But sometimes they hit the jackpot.

Ellensburg Rodeo Royalty 2014

Andrea Bland, daughter of Bart Bland, is a 22-year old student at Central Washington University completing her nursing pre-requisites. Growing up, Andrea has been involved in both 4-H and FFA. After graduating from Ellensburg High School, Andrea attended Columbia Basin College and was a member of the Women's Basketball team for two years. Andrea earned her Associates Degree from Columbia Basin College in 2012. Andrea's hobbies include farming, horseback riding and participating in various sports.

Grant County unemployment rate improves

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.

Wildfire near Ephrata burns 1,000 acres

GRANT COUNTY - A wildfire northwest of Ephrata burned at least 1,000 acres, including 100 acres of farmland, through the night Wednesday and into Thursday morning.

Taste of Wahluke Slope deemed successful venture

DESERT AIRE - Mattawa Area Multicultural Chamber of Commerce President Lois Thiede declared the Taste of Wahluke Slope wine festival at the Desert Aire clubhouse on June 28 a success.

Ten Pin wins at state beer event

MOSES LAKE - Ten Pin Brewing Company recently earned statewide recognition, after three of their beers won medals during this year's Washington Beer Awards.

Moses Lake wrestling heads to Pasco Redneck Summer Camp

PASCO - After crisscrossing to different camps around the Northwest, the Moses Lake wrestling team will become whole next week.

Investigators use social media to solve thefts

EPHRATA - Social media sites that sell personal items recently helped two crime victims track down their stolen goods.

More funding available for USDA farm loan program in Grant County

EPHRATA - More funds are now available for farmers and ranchers looking to purchase, enlarge or make capital improvements to a farm operation.

Rising Stars bring Broadway to SummerFest

ROYAL – Lions Park will be alive with the “Sound of Music” and other Broadway musicals at 2 p.m. today, at Royal City's SummerFest.

Stratford girl, 11, raises money to help ill dog

STRATFORD - When a veterinarian told Emily Sue Morgan this week that her best friend Ty was seriously injured and may need surgery to walk again, the 11-year-old girl's eyes filled with tears.

Raffle ticket deadline July 15

The 2014 raffle permit hunt tickets are now on sale with a due date of next Tuesday, July 15. These tickets cannot be purchased on the Internet or over the phone, but must be purchased in person at your favorite sporting goods store.

Glenna J. Bingham

Glenna J. Bingham, 84, resident of Moses Lake, Wash. since 1941, was delivered into God's hands July 8, 2014 in her home at Hearthstone. She was born April 10, 1930 in Mohall, North Dakota to Frances (Hatton) and Shirley Hoffman.

Fresh News from MarDon

As we move into Mid-July summer daytime high temperatures are flirting with the century mark. These are the summer days when great life time memories are created. Whether you are enjoying swimming and boating on Potholes Reservoir in waters approaching 80 degree surface temp or bass fishing with floating stick baits, poppers, buzz baits or any of your favorite bass fishing lures. Several bass fishers this past week have reported 30 to 50 fish catch and release days.

GEORGE CICOTTE

Couple endorses Cicotte for Congress

We have known George Cicotte both personally and professionally for many years and think highly of him and his family.

LEGAL NOTICE

In Accordance with RCW 42.30, Special Meetings, notice is hereby given that a Special Executive Sessions will be held by the Commissioners of the Port of Moses Lake on Tuesday, July 15, 2014 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. PDT, at the Terminal Building, Grant County International Airport, for the purpose of personnel issues.

Ordinance No. 2720

An ordinance amending Chapter 16.48 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled “Fire Hydrants”

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

LOT 1, BLOCK 1, DESERT HIGHLANDS PHASE 1, AS PER PLAT RECORDED IN VOLUME 14 OF PLATS, PAGES 48 AND 49, RECORDS OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON The street or other common designation if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 101 INGLEWOOD DR E, MOSES LAKE, WA 98837

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS

CLOVER DRIVE LIFT STATION PROJECT - 2014

CITY OF MOSES LAKE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING SIX-YEAR STREET PROGRAM 2015-2020

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held before the MOSES LAKE CITY COUNCIL in the Moses Lake Civic Center Building, 411 South Balsam Street at 7:00 p.m. on July 22nd , 2014 to consider a resolution adopting the Six -Year Street Transportation Improvement Program 2015 - 2020

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Warden School District 146-161 Board of Directors will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2014-15 school district budget.

Ordinance No. 2721

An ordinance amending Chapter 18.20 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled “Residential Zones”

Fishin' Magician: Dave Graybill

Salmon fever is running rampant throughout Central Washington, as sockeye numbers continue to increase. Currently, over a half-million of them have past over Bonneville Dam. There are some great fishing options for those who don't fish for salmon, though.

800 acres burns near Quincy

QUINCY - Firefighters from Grant, Douglas and Chelan counties were able to knock down an 800-acre fire along state Route 28 near Quincy, but flare-ups kept crews on scene throughout the day.

It's Not Too Late

There is nothing more frustrating in Washington State politics than being a conservative on the East side. It seems like most of our votes don't really matter because 5 populous, progressive counties around Puget Sound control all statewide elections. Even when we do win, like Dino Rossi's victory for Governor, the Democrats find some spare ballots in a closet in order to steal the election.

When one door closes

EDITORIAL

For the past two years, people needing a safe place to live, even temporarily, have benefited from SERVE Moses Lake's Transformation House program.

Comment sought on Grant County shoreline program

SPOKANE – A program to manage shorelines along six rivers and 80 lakes, including portions of the Columbia River and Banks Lake within Grant County is open for comment through the Washington Department of Ecology.

GOP candidate forum slated

MOSES LAKE - The Grant County Republican Party will host a congressional candidates forum at the Wallenstein Theater on Saturday, July 12, from 4-6 p.m.

Hot weather sticking around for a while

Forecast for triple-digit temperatures early next week

EPHRATA - Make sure the air conditioner is tuned up and break out the ice cream - the current heat wave isn't going away for at least a week, and maybe longer.

'Nobody is above the law'

I've recently seen protestors in front of the courthouse in Ephrata. For years, I've written letters about the same issues. If we want to change these problems, we need to register and vote people in office for the people. We, as citizens, have rights. Nobody is above the law.

Thank you for caring

For over 90 years The American Legion Auxiliary has distributed the Memorial Poppy to remind Americans that millions scarified their lives and health to keep our Nation strong and free.

Shoreline closure security costs detailed

EPHRATA - The Grant County PUD is spending between $450,000 and $600,000 per month to patrol the riverbank behind Wanapum Dam, which is closed to public access. The water level was dropped Feb. 28 after a crack was discovered in one of the spillway pillars at the dam.

Moses Lake becomes base camp after Army service

Undocumented children may pose threats

The latest weapon being used against the people of the United States is the direct result of actions of the Federal Government! That may seem a strange statement, but consider what is happening.

The U.S. should not be more like France

GUEST EDITORIAL

President Obama thinks the United States should be more like France. He made the comment recently while pushing for mandatory paid family leave. "France has worked this out, why can't we?"

Tom Dent would represent the 13th District well

Since moving to Coulee City from Woodinville in 1999, we began to become involved with politics more directly than in the past. One of the first people I met was Tom Dent who was then Grant County Republican Party Chairman. From my observation, I could see that the Grant County Republican Party seemed to have more influence on the political landscape than I'd been used to in the past living in Snohomish County.

Walleyes eliminated from postseason

YAKIMA - Fighting for their playoff lives, the Moses Lake Walleyes went on the road for the series finale against the Yakima Beetles.

Grand opening at Quincy Community Health Center

New building shown to Quincy residents

QUINCY - Community members got a look at the new Quincy Community Health Center at a grand opening Tuesday evening.

FRANKLIN COUNTY

INTENT TO VACATE A PORTION OF JANET ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY

FRANKLIN COUNTY REQUEST FOR LETTERS OF INTEREST

Franklin County is inviting letters of interest to be placed on the General Vendors List.

NOTICE OF HEARING

PETITION TO VACATE A PORTION OF PEDESTRIAN RIGHT-OF-WAY ABUTTING RIVERSHORE ROAD

NOTICE OF CONSTRUCTION

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN in accordance with RCW 36.77.070 that Board of County Commissioners intends to have the following road(s) improved by County Forces (using county crews and equipment) in calendar year 2014:

SMALL WORKS ROSTER

The GCPHA is preparing a 2014 small works roster of responsible contractors who request to submit bid quotations on contracted construction projects of less than One Hundred Thousand Dollars to be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder.

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

NOTICE OF HEARING IN THE MATTER RESOLUTION No. 14-032-CC OF ADOPTING A COMPREHENSIVE SIX YEAR TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR THE YEARS 2015-2020

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

In Re the Estate of: ELBERT DEPUE, Deceased.

SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON

Estate of LESTER C. HAILEY, Deceased.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

LOT 34, PARK KNOLL SUBDIVISION, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME C OF PLATS, PAGE 86, RECORDS OF FRANKLIN COUNTY, WASHINGTON. Tax Parcel No: 118532393, commonly known as 5404 WEST MELVILLE ROAD, PASCO, WA

NOTICE OF INTENT TO SELL REAL PROPERTY

The North Franklin School District No. 51 proposes to sell 11.15 acres of surplus real property.

Ephrata pot store delays opening

EPHRATA - Just a handful of retail marijuana stores opened its doors Tuesday across the state. Ephrata's High Time Station, included in Monday's group of licensed locations through the Liquor Control board, delayed its opening with the owner unable to find product to sell.

Lead singer turned pro at age 6

ROYAL CITY - The lead singer for Alto Voltaje, which takes the Royal City SummerFest stage Saturday night at 7:30, is excited about the opportunity.

Soap Lake has new high school principal

Jacob Bang to replace Rick Winters

SOAP LAKE - Jacob Bang was selected as the principal at Soap Lake Middle School-High School.

Drug use blamed in motorbike crash near Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - Drugs are believed to be a factor in a motorcycle crash that injured a 20-year-old man Tuesday morning near Moses Lake.

Feedback needed for water rules

OLYMPIA - The state Department of Ecology is seeking feedback from affected people as they move forward with developing statewide guidelines for reclaiming wastewater.

Quincy PD seeks reserve officers

QUINCY - The City of Quincy Police Department is accepting applications for Reserve Officers. It's an opportunity to start a law enforcement career.

Walleyes settle for split with Beetles

MOSES LAKE - Chasing a playoff spot, the Moses Lake Walleyes were able to split a pair of league games with the Yakima Beetles Tuesday at Big Bend Community College.

210 migrant workers exposed to whooping cough in Quincy, Mattawa

EPHRATA - More than 200 migrant farm workers recently came into contact with Pertussis or whooping cough, in what Grant County health officials are calling "a local outbreak."

Rising Stars bring Broadway to Royal SummerFest

ROYAL CITY - Lions Park will be alive with the "Sound of Music" and other Broadway musicals at 2 p.m. this Saturday, July 12, at Royal City's SummerFest.

Corn futures end Wednesday lower

Corn futures ended the day with lower quotes. That marked the seventh consecutive session of weakness. The corn prices fell to the lowest since August 2010 on a continuous chart. The market was depressed by the ideal crop weather conditions as the crop moves into pollination. However, talk of sizeable export sales to unknown destinations and Japan limited the sustained losses. Traders are anticipating USDA to raise the yield to an average of 166.8 from USDA’s estimate at 165.3 in June. September corn dropped 7.00 cents to $3.9125/bushel, while December dove 6.25 cents to $3.98.

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NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR USDA APPROVED BEVERAGES VENDING AND ACCOUNTING SERVICES.

The Moses Lake School District (MLSD) is accepting written proposals from qualified beverage vendors to provide product and services to the district's four (4) secondary schools, as well as the Columbia Basin Technical Skills Center, according to the USDA Beverage Standards, effective July 1, 2014.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

Lot 15, Terminal Park Addition No. 2, according to the plat thereof recorded in Volume 6 of plats, page 29, records of Grant County, Washington.

Moses Lake wrestling hosts golf tournament

MOSES LAKE - Golf enthusiasts who are looking to help the Moses Lake High School wrestling team will have a chance in early August.

Quincy may lose fruit orchards, gain food processing factory

EPHRATA - The Quincy area may soon be losing about 50 acres of fruit orchards and gaining 300-400 jobs.

Soap Lake seeking new fire chief

SOAP LAKE - The City of Soap Lake is again looking for a new fire chief after Chief Brandon Hood was placed on administrative leave and has reportedly moved out of state.

Grant County leads Washington state in agricultural sales

MOSES LAKE - Grant County is the top agricultural seller in the state, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's latest ag census report.

Ephrata store included in first round of retail pot licenses

EPHRATA - An Ephrata retail marijuana business was included in the first round of 24 retail licenses issued Monday by the state Liquor Control Board, about 20 months after voters legalized recreational pot.

Walleyes winless at Duster Bowl Tournament

KENNEWICK - The Moses Lake Walleyes ran into heavy resistance at the 33rd annual Duster Bowl Tournament over the July 4 weekend.

Philip Pipkin

Philip Pipkin was called to heaven suddenly on July 1, 2014. He did not leave this world without one last unselfish deed. Being an organ donor he will help many people.

Barbara "Bobbi" Ann Christie

Barbara "Bobbi" Ann Christie, 78, longtime Soap Lake resident died in her home, June 28, 2014. She was born June 16, 1936 in Los Angeles, Calif. to Sylvia Robbins and Albert Smith.

Columbia Basin Health Association Represented at Royal City SummerFest

ROYAL CITY - As in past years, Columbia Basin Health Association will have a presence in the Royal City SummerFest - parade and park.

2 from Royal hurt in rear-end crash

ROYAL CITY – Five people, including two from Royal City, were injured Sunday evening in a rear-end accident on Highway 28, eleven miles east of East Wenatchee.

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Man crashes motorbike near Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE — A man in his early 30s was taken to Samaritan Hospital after crashing his motorcycle Tuesday morning near Moses Lake.

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Moses Lake business closing its doors after second fire

MOSES LAKE - Heavy smoke filled the inside of home decor store Real Deals on Home Decor Thursday as a small fire broke out in the back of the building.

Work continues on Wanapum Dam spillway

BEVERLY - Grant PUD and its contractors continue to work on the 800-foot-long Wanapum Dam spillway to prepare for final reinforcing repairs required after discovery of damage this spring.

No one injured in ML drive-by

MOSES LAKE – A June 23 early morning drive-by shooting in the Larson Housing Area shook up many residents, but nobody was hurt, the Grant County Sheriff's office reported. ?At around 1:50 a.m. the MACC received multiple calls of shots fired in the area of 8900 block of Travis Drive. One caller reported a green car (possibly a Honda) with black wheels, leaving the area.

Ulbfit Sparkler Sprint a success

SOAP LAKE - Avid runners from around the Columbia Basin converged on Soap Lake over the holiday weekend for Ulbfit's Sparkler Sprint.

Dan Newhouse: Looking down the road

Dan Newhouse has spent a lot of time at the point where government and agriculture intersect. He's a third-generation farmer from the Yakima Valley, working the family farm near Sunnyside. In addition to that, Newhouse has also served as a representative in the Washington State legislature from 2003 to 2009. When his term ended, Newhouse served as Director of Washington State's Department of Agriculture until 2013. He jokes that he's served in two branches of the government, and now all he needs to do is be appointed to the state Supreme Court. Although, he points out, it sort of helps to be an attorney rather than a farmer. Instead, Newhouse has a BS degree in Agricultural Economics from Washington State University and is a graduate of the Washington Agriculture and Forestry Leadership Program. He was born in the Yakima Valley and has raised his family there as well.

Moses Lake 9U All-Stars second at state

The Moses Lake 9U All-Stars completed their season over the July 4 weekend at the North Washington Cal Ripken 9U State Tournament as the first runner-up.

Delmetta Mary Hatch (Del)

Delmetta Mary Hatch (Del) Went to be with the Lord on June 13, 2014 in Graham, WA. Her final days were spent surrounded by her loved ones. A memorial service will take place on July 10, at 1pm at the First Presbyterian Church, 1142 W. Ivy Ave. in Moses Lake, where Del was a member.

Patti Estelle Steinkirchner

Patti Estelle Steinkirchner, 81 of Tri-Cities has moved on to be united with her creator on July 1st, 2014. Patti, former Moses Lake resident moved to Richland, WA eight years ago. Patti was dedicated to her ministry and was mightily used in touching the lives of many and she was greatly loved and will be sorely missed. She is survived by her three children Mark Milich, Alison Cope, Adriane Pearce and son in law Mike Pearce five grandchildren Chris Cope, Mara Cavallaro, Ashley Williams, Kenneth Schappell, Alissa Schappell  and Jay Pearce and three precious great grandchildren, Grace Paris, Dade Copfer and Emma Jones. Patti is preceded in death by her husband James Steinkirchner. Celebration of life service will be held at Word Life Christian Center (3315 W. Court St) Pasco, WA on July 9th at 11:00am. Family asks in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the World Life Christian Center.

Othello celebrates Independence Day

OTHELLO - Othello's Fourth of July celebration drew hundreds of residents from their homes and to Lions Park Friday.

River passage addressed with fish water slide

BEVERLY - Fish, 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 upstream. The question is, how to get them there.

Tense zoning meeting about The Gorge ends with no answers

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

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Notice of Application

PROJECT: A Short Plat of approximately 13.10 acres in order to create two (2) lots from one existing parcel in the Rural Residential 1 zoning district of Grant County.

Request For Qualifications

Architectural Design and Engineering Services

LEGAL NOTICE

The Regular Session of the Commission of the Port of Moses Lake is CANCELLED for July 14th.

SECTION 00030

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR KITTITAS COUNTY

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: ISABEL F. ROSEBURG, Deceased.

VENDOR ROSTER SOLICITATION

Grant County maintains and is seeking to expand its Vendor Roster as authorized under RCW 36.32.245 for the purchase of materials, equipment, supplies and/or services with an estimated value between $5,000 and $25,000 and is soliciting/encouraging businesses to join. As an equal opportunity employer, this invitation extends to all qualifying businesses, including those that are minority and woman-owned.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

Abbreviated Legal: LT 16 STRATFORD RD EST PH 1.

16 Royal boys attend NIC wrestling camp, team 2nd

COEUR D A'LENE - Royal High School wrestling took a big leap of seriousness on June 21-24 when 16 Knights participated in the North Idaho College Wrestling Camp.

Moses Lake girl, 13, meets Wilson

MOSES LAKE - This past Tuesday was supposed to be an uneventful one for Moses Lake teen Alianna Valdez.

Cars damaged in drive-by

MOSES LAKE – Grant County sheriff’s deputies are investigating an early morning shooting which damaged at least three cars on June 28.

Othello extends temporary pot ban

OTHELLO - In an emergency declaration, Othello joined the list of central Washington towns that are leery of allowing legal pot shops.

Made in Moses Lake moves downtown to Third Avenue

MOSES LAKE - Handcrafted items made in and around Moses Lake are now available downtown, after Made in Moses Lake moved from its Broadway Avenue location to a Third Avenue storefront.

MarDon Resort recent site expansion completed

MARDON - The MarDon Resort is now ready to accommodate more campers, thanks to the recent completion of a site expansion project.

Walleyes rally to down Eastmont

EAST WENATCHEE - Moses Lake took two of three games against the Eastmont Strikers after rallying from three runs down in the nightcap of Tuesday doubleheader.

Man dies in domestic incident

EPHRATA – He didn't say suicide, but Grant County Coroner Craig Morrison said a 22 year old Leavenworth man died on June 20 of a self-inflicted knife wound during a domestic violence incident.

2 from Royal hurt in rear-end crash

ROYAL CITY - Five people, including two from Royal City, were injured Sunday evening in a rear-end accident on Highway 28, eleven miles east of East Wenatchee.

FrogHollow Band built with varied personalities

ROYAL CITY – There's more than music to the FrogHollow Band, which will command the main stage Friday, July 11, at the annual Royal City SummerFest.

Desert Aire Pastor relates to struggle

DESERT AIRE - The congregation of the Riverside Presbyterian Church searched a year for a pastor, and the one they found relates well to people with struggles.

Smokiam Days celebration Saturday

SOAP LAKE - Soap Lake residents are preparing to celebrate freedom Saturday with the town's annual Smokiam Days celebration.

Clay: Reflecting on 67 years of being alive

This is a two-part series about my life.

Equine Poker Run could be lucrative

ROYAL CITY – Soon it will be time for horse owners to saddle up and ride – for cash.

Fishing heats up for holiday weekend

Two Warriors make All-State

MATTAWA - Two college bound soccer players from Wahluke High School have received word from their coach Arthur DeVictoria that have made the class 1A all-state selections,

Violation notices sent to 42 Moses Lake properties about sewer hookup

Some haven't connected to city sewer because of financial burden

MOSES LAKE - Violation notices will be sent this week to owners of at least 42 properties in the Longview Tracts area of Moses Lake who have not connected to the city's sewer system.

Raymond Swanson

Raymond Swanson passed away on June 30th at his home in San Jose, CA after a hard fought battle with lymphoma. He was born in Chicago, IL, on May 4th, 1930 and was raised in Moses Lake, WA, where he met his high school sweetheart, Gail Hansen. They shared 62 years together while initially traveling the world serving in the Air Force. He retired from the military and moved the family to San Jose, where he worked at Lockheed for 23 years. He was known for his strong sense of family, love of sports, quick wit and humor and his encyclopedic knowledge on every topic. His annual trips to Tahoe with family were a highlight filled with card and dice games, tennis and martinis. His presence in a room was undeniable. He was a strong and steady leader and will be greatly missed.

Trucks, trains, ships and pipelines

GUEST EDITORIAL

All too often our network of highways, pipelines, railroads, barges, ship terminals and airports goes unnoticed unless there is an accident.

Reader supports Tom Dent, Rep. Judy Warnick for state legislature

Grant County citizens are very fortunate this election to have some very good, qualified candidates to chose from. An outstanding choice is Tom Dent.

Letter inspired by 911 call

The pine-cone POO-lice are doing their jobs with all do vigilance. My cousin was cleaning the pine-cones from the ground, around his motor-home. A call was placed to 911 that a motor-home was emptying its waste in the street. The city police blockaded the street and sent in five squad cars. With palms resting on their semi-automatic pistols, the police were ready for action. A pine-cone mistaken for a human poo. Police ready to shoot an American over poo or pine-cones.

Merlin Traylor

Merlin Traylor was born on December 24, 1930 in Wessington Springs, South Dakota to Thomas and Kathryn Traylor. After Kathryn's death in 1935 his father moved the family first to Tacoma, WA and then to Spokane, WA. Merlin completed high school and then went on to Gonzaga University and Washington State University earning his degree in Zoology at the age of 19. During this time he met his soul mate and the love of his life Beverly. They were married in 1950.

CB Tech helps kids prepare for work

EDITORIAL

With students greeting guests at the door and helping with tours, Tuesday's grand opening of the brand-new Columbia Basin Technical Skills Center had all the special touches.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

LOT 5, BLOCK 22, STATE ADDITION TO THE CITY OF SEATTLE NO. 5, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN VOLUME 17 OF PLATS, PAGE 79, IN KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON. More commonly known as: 10224 7TH AVE SW, SEATTLE, WA 98146

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY

LOT 1, BLOCK 4, CAPISTRANO PARK, MOSES LAKE, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 3 OF PLATS, PAGE 29, RECORDS OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON.

SUPERIOR COURT, STATE OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF GRANT

In the Matter of the Estate of: LEROY PALMER JOHNSON, deceased.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

Abbreviated Legal: LOTS 318, 319 AND 320, BLOCK 12, TERRACE HEIGHTS ADDITION, FRANKLIN CO., WA

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Sealed bids will be received by the Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County at Beverly, Washington until 2:00 P.M. on July 22, 2014 for Wanapum Heritage Center Permanent Exhibit as more fully described in Contract Documents 230-3692R.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to RCW 52.02.040 the Franklin County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and invitation to comment on Wednesday, July 23, 2014 at 9:00 am Pacific Standard Time in the Commissioners’ Meeting Room located in the Franklin County Courthouse at 1016 North 4th Avenue, Pasco, Washington, regarding Franklin County Fire Protection District No. 3 Resolution No.372 dated June 10, 2014, requesting approval of annexation of certain territory.

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Sealed Bids will be received by the Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County at Ephrata, Washington until 2:30 P.M. on July 17, 2014 for Supplying Vaults and Covers for Project Oxford as more fully described in Contract Documents 170-3884.

SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON

Estate of DORIS H. FRIEND, Deceased.

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Sealed Bids will be received by the Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County at Ephrata, Washington until 2:30 P.M. on July 30, 2014 for Supplying Select Conduit Encasing Material as more fully described in Contract Documents 170-3883.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

THE NORTH 144 FEET OF THE SOUTH 164 FEET OF THE EAST 150 FEET OF THE SOUTH HALF OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 27, TOWNSHIP 9 NORTH, RANGE 29 EAST, W.M., IN FRANKLIN COUNTY, WASHINGTON; EXCEPT ROADS. SITUATE IN COUNTY OF FRANKLIN, STATE OF WASHINGTON. Tax Parcel No: 119-663-044, commonly known as 1108 NORTH ROAD 64, PASCO, WA

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Legal description: That portion of County Road and Right-of-Way known as

SUPERIOR COURT, STATE OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF GRANT

In the Matter of the Estate of: LEROY PALMER JOHNSON, deceased.

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATES OF: MASAKO B. JACKSON and DONALD R. JACKSON, Deceased.

Request For Qualifications

Architectural Design and Engineering Services

Notice of Application and Proposed Determination of Non-Significance

Notice is hereby given that a Building Permit application and SEPA Checklist received by Grant County on June 19, 2014 from Western Agricultural Research & Production Inc. (Designated Contacts: Tony Wagner, 20600 Road 1 SE, Warden, WA 98857, 509-349-8094 and Bob Hesse, 2059 W. Bench Road, Othello, WA 99344, 206-669-7500) were found to be technically complete on June 25, 2014.

LEGAL NOTICE

Notice is hereby given that the North Franklin School District #J51-162 budget for the 2014-15 school year will be completed and on file in the school district administration office July 10, 2014.

Work continues on Wanapum Dam spillway

BEVERLY – Grant PUD and its contractors continue to work on the 800-foot-long Wanapum Dam spillway to prepare for final reinforcing repairs required after discovery of damage this spring.

Celebratory crowd at 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, led tours of the facility, answered questions, kept on working on their projects. And the point about the new building, district superintendent Michele Price said, is that it's for the students.

Pickles, Pies & Preserves added to SummerFest fun

ROYAL CITY - The Pickles, Pies, & Preserves competition will be Royal City's take on a county fair type of event at SummerFest Royal Roundup this year.

Walleyes end skid against Strikers

EAST WENATCHEE - The Moses Lake Walleyes broke a 10-game losing streak Monday after defeating the Eastmont Strikers, 6-5.

Big Bend's athletic conference gets new name, logo

MOSES LAKE - Big Bend Community College's athletic conference is getting a slight facelift.

Flu season tragic for some residents of Grant County

EPHRATA - Grant County Health Officer, Dr. Alexander Brzezny, has announced the end of the 2013-2014 influenza season, which brought tragedy to some families..

Firework laws vary in Columbia Basin

MOSES LAKE - While fireworks are allowed in unincorporated areas of Grant and Adams counties, laws vary in each city, from complete bans to restrictions.

July 4 fireworks

Moses Lake, Othello, George celebrations, concert also scheduled

MOSES LAKE - The nation's birthday will be celebrated with a bang at fireworks shows around Grant and Adams counties.

Man convicted of kidnapping, beating Moses Lake man

EPHRATA - A Moses Lake man was convicted of kidnapping and beating a man he thought ratted him out to police.

Preparing for the future: new Columbia Basin Technical Skills Center readies students for careers

Work ethic, perseverance part of the curriculum

MOSES LAKE - Summer session students at the Columbia Basin Technical Skills Center have been learning about computer programming, welding, engineering, among others, even building a business. Daisy Ramirez, who's attending the summer session, said the kids have been learning more than just skills.

Jack Earl Burns

Jack Earl Burns, 85, passed away on Sunday June 29, 2014 at home surrounded by his family. A celebration of Jack's life will be held at the Moses Lake High School Theatre, 803 E. Sharon on Saturday, July 5th at 1 pm. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a note for the family at www.kayserschapel.com. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory.

Agustina Espinoza Garcia

Agustina Espinoza Garcia our beloved mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and grandma went home to be with the Lord on June 29, 2014 at Sacred Heart Hospital in Spokane, WA. Viewing will be held from 4 to 7 p.m., Wednesday, July 2nd at Kayser's Chapel and from 9 to 9:30 a.m., Thursday, July 3rd at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. Holy Rosary will be prayed at 9:30 a.m., Thursday, July 3rd immediately followed by Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. Please sign the online guestbook at www.kayserschapel.com. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel.

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Sealed Bids will be received by the Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County at Ephrata, Washington until 2:30 P.M. on July 15, 2014 for Supplying 6” Schedule 40 Conduit for Project Oxford as more fully described in Contract Documents 170-3885.

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Eat fresh, eat local

As the summer sun comes up on Saturday morning, a flurry of activity begins in parks and town squares all across America. Banners are unfurled, tables and pavilions are set up, trucks are backed up and wares are laid out, ready for the whole community to come and buy, It's farmers market day!

Finding the Fresh

Here's where to find Farmers Markets in the Basin:

Georgettes key to George's old fashioned Independence Day

GEORGE - The Georgettes invite you to their old fashioned Independence Day celebration in George, Washington on the Fourth of July.

Fewer calls for service, hospital visits for Paradiso

GEORGE - Quincy Valley Medical Center staff reported about half as many patients in their emergency room as last year from The Gorge Amphitheatre's electronic music festival, Paradiso.

Teresa J. (Draney) Hamilton

Teresa J. (Draney) Hamilton, 59, longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away Friday, June 27, 2014 in Moses Lake after a short illness, surrounded by her family. A celebration of Teresa's life will be held at 2 p.m., Wednesday, July 2, 2014 at the Moses Lake Presbyterian Church, 1142 W. Ivy with Dr. Paul Wagner officiating. Interment will be in Guarding Angels Cemetery, 2595 Road L. NE, Moses Lake. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a note for the family at www.kayserschapel.com. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory.

Kate Scott

Kate Scott a long time Warden resident died June 23rd at Avalon Care Center in Othello after a short illness. Kate was born April 2nd 1927 in Toledo Ohio. She is survived by her nephew Steve Watson of Warden, nieces Gail Watson of Green Valley A.Z., Cindy Akins of Rockport Ar and Sandy Taggares of Kennewick. She was preceded in death by her parents Gerald and Alice LeJeune, sisters Margret Gustomen and Frances Watson. Our Aunt Kate was a character, will miss her stories and laughter. She had a great love for animals and her family and friends. We will miss our little spitfire. A private memorial will be held by family at a later date.

George celebrates 4th with cherry pie

GEORGE - Cherry pie on the 4th of July will be among the headliners at the annual celebration in George, along with a parade, children's games, a car show, ringing the freedom bell and fireworks.

Goetz earns West Coast win at Ephrata Raceway Park

EPHRATA - The West Coast Street Stock Racing Series (WCSS) converged upon Ephrata Raceway Park's quarter-mile asphalt on Saturday.

Sub Vets set for meeting, parade

ELLENSBURG – United States Submarine Veterans of Central and Eastern Washington will hold their monthly meeting on July 4, at a member’s home in Roslyn.

Drivers exchange gunshots in Moses Lake Friday

MOSES LAKE - Gunshots were reportedly exchanged between unknown suspects in two vehicles Friday in the Knolls Vista neighborhood in Moses Lake.

Fishin' Magician: Dave Graybill

Salmon fever is running rampant here in Central Washington.

Water could arrive to Odessa subarea farmers in 2016

MOSES LAKE - East Columbia Basin Irrigation District officials hope to begin delivering much-needed surface water to farmers in the Odessa subarea by as early as 2016.

River Dogs struggle at Taylor Baseball Classic

SEATTLE - After finishing 8-2 in their last 10 games, the Rivers Dogs struggled at the Taylor Baseball Classic in Seattle and finished 1-4.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY

TO: ALBERT BONDS and anyone claiming a parental interest.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY

TO: NANCY REYES and anyone claiming a parental interest.

City of Moses Lake

Notice of Application and Optional DNS

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY

TO: ALBERT BONDS and anyone claiming a parental interest.

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Youth Action Team Surveys Local Stores

(Moses Lake) The Moses Lake Youth Action Team finds local stores in our area still have a significant amount of alcohol and tobacco advertising. This is based on information the group collected while conducting a Community Assessment of Neighborhood Stores (CANS).

Ephrata Relay celebrates cancer survivors

EPHRATA - Ephrata residents showed their support for the fight against cancer during the Columbia Basin Relay for Life Saturday.

Georgettes the key to George's old fashioned Fourth of July

GEORGE – The Georgettes invite you to their old fashioned Independence Day celebration in George, Washington on the Fourth of July.

58 Knights & future Knight ballers attend JD's Elite Hoops camp

ROYAL CITY - Some people are getting very serious about improving the quality of basketball in the Royal school system.

East tops West, 12-7, in 3A/4A All-Star Game

MOSES LAKE - As soon as the play was called Brett Moser knew he would have an opportunity to score.

Run Royale participants running for local cancer victims

ROYAL CITY - This year's Royal City SummerFest fun runs, known as Run Royale, will be dedicated to Royal residents Michelle Miller and Justin Weyns, both battling cancer.

'Stuff the Truck' event deemed a success

MOSES LAKE - From medical supplies to furniture and toys, hundreds of items were donated Saturday during the Assured Home Health and Hospice Foundation's "Stuff the Truck" event in Moses Lake.

High speed chase lands Quincy man in jail

MOSES LAKE - A Quincy man, allegedly driving with a stolen trailer, led deputies on a high-speed pursuit reportedly reaching about 80 mph Friday afternoon.

Chiefs end summer basketball 25-14

KENNEWICK - Moses Lake girls basketball wrapped up its annual summer schedule, finishing with a 25-14 record in the month of June.

Leonard Keith Sherwood

Leonard Keith Sherwood, age 91, passed from this life on June 25, 2014, with LaVeda, his beloved wife of 71 years, by his side. Friends and family will miss the sweet smile of this gentle, loving and devoted man.

Oregon and national honeybee population still unstable

More than one in five commercial honeybee hives in Oregon did not survive last winter, continuing a financially challenging trend for professional beekeepers.

Old Hotel gets by with help from community

OTHELLO - For Sally Laufer, The Old Hotel Art Gallery in Othello is a place that truly belongs to the community.

Vehicles damaged by gunfire in Larson Housing area

MOSES LAKE - At least three vehicles were damaged after gunshots rang out early Saturday morning in the Larson Housing area near Moses Lake. No injuries were reported.