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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

The Royal City Transportation Benefit District meeting, budget workshop and public hearing on the 2015 Budget has been scheduled to immediately follow the regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Royal City that begins at 7:00 pm, on October 7, 2014, to be held at City Hall, 445 Camelia Street NE, Royal City, WA.

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

The City Council of the City of Royal City has set a Public Hearing on October 7, 2014, at 7:00 pm, at City Hall, 445 Camelia St NE, Royal City, to receive comments from the public on 2015 Property Tax Revenues. The public is invited and encouraged to attend.

CHANGE OF MEETING NOTICE

The regular October Board meeting of Grant County Fire District #11 will be held on Wednesday, October 8, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. at the Fire #10 Fire Station in Royal City, WA. By order of Board of Commissioners, Grant County Fire District #11.

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

The City Council of the City of Royal City has set a Public Hearing on October 7, 2014, at 7:00 pm, at City Hall, 445 Camelia St NE, Royal City, to receive comments from the public on 2015 Property Tax Revenues. The public is invited and encouraged to attend.

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

The Royal City Transportation Benefit District meeting, budget workshop and public hearing on the 2015 Budget has been scheduled to immediately follow the regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Royal City that begins at 7:00 pm, on October 7, 2014, to be held at City Hall, 445 Camelia Street NE, Royal City, WA. The public is invited and encouraged to attend.

PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE

The City Council of the City of Royal City has set a Budget Workshop to plan and discuss revenue and expenditures for the 2015 Annual Budget to begin at 6:30 pm on October 7, 2014.

Notice of Application & Proposed MDNS

Notice is hereby given that a JARPA (Shoreline Permit Application) and SEPA Checklist received by Grant County on August 15, 2014 from Paul Moran, 2806 126th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA 98005 and was found to be technically complete on September 18, 2014.

PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE

The City Council of the City of Royal City has set a Budget Workshop to plan and discuss revenue and expenditures for the 2015 Annual Budget to begin at 6:30 pm on October 7, 2014. The workshop will be held before the regularly scheduled Council Meeting at City of Royal City Council Chambers, 445 Camelia Street, NE. The public is invited and encouraged to attend.

Candidates Forum time to change

Due to the large number of responses from the candidates attending next week’s forum, the Moses Lake Chamber and sponsors have decided to have a meet-and-greet from 5:30 to 6 p.m., in order to offset the limited time available for an audience question-and-answer period.

Ag markets posted mixed reactions to the USDA reports

The stocks report weighed on corn futures around midsession Tuesday. The quarterly Grain Stocks report stated September 1 U.S. corn stockpiles at 1.236 million bushels, which exceeded industry expectations. That explains moderately bearish futures reaction. December corn futures slumped 2.25 cents to $3.235/bushel in post-report action, while May lost 2.25 to $3.4475.

Columbia Basin Buddy Walk brings community together

MOSES LAKE - Bonnie Mohr's poem Living Life ends with the lines, "Recognize the special people you've been blessed to know. Live for today, enjoy the moment."

Ephrata builds early lead, wins third straight Battle of the Basin

QUINCY - Despite both teams moving in the opposite direction, the latest iteration of the Battle of the Basin was not without drama.

Tom Dent solid 2nd Amendment supporter

MOSES LAKE - The first thing 13th District House candidate would like voters to know is that he's "a solid 2nd amendment supporter."

Columbia Basin Roller Derby falls to Wine Country Crushers in home bout

MOSES LAKE - It seemed the Wine Country Crushers were simply returning the favor when they walked away with the win over Columbia Basin Roller Derby Saturday night.

Warden sweeps Soap Lake, earns first league win

SOAP LAKE - Warden knocked off Soap Lake in its Central Washington 2B South opener in three games 25-17, 25-20, 25-23.

Health & Wellness Expo attracts all ages

MOSES LAKE - With more than 60 exhibits showcasing their products and services to promote healthy living, Saturday's Health and Wellness Expo was deemed a success by organizers. From entertainment to answers, this year's Expo offered a little something for everyone.

Chiefs use ground game, defense to rout Cadets

YAKIMA - Last week against Coeur d'Alene Moses Lake had difficulty establishing its run game.

Noel Emmitt Weatherly Jr

Born February 12th 1938 in Refugio Texas to Noel Weatherly Sr. and Jessie Larsh.

Moses Lake High School pool reopens in October

MOSES LAKE - The swimming pool at Moses Lake High School will open for public use sometime in October, possibly as early as Wednesday, Oct. 1.

Wahluke volley girls drop Mabton

MATTAWA - Maria Salas put down nine kills to lead Wahluke to 3-1 games victory in prep volleyball last week.

Scary Gourdmother

Ag markets ended Monday mostly higher

Grain traders were probably squaring positions Monday. The corn market has recently suffered badly from prospects for a huge U.S. harvest and from U.S. dollar strength. Today’s Export Inspections result also looked rather bearish. Nevertheless, futures rose modestly today, which probably reflected widespread short-covering ahead of tomorrow’s quarterly Grain Stocks report. December corn futures gained 2.75 cents to $3.2575/bushel in late Monday action, while May bounced 2.75 to $3.47.

Superior Court of Washington

In re: Patricia Mendoza, Petitioner, and Angel Mendoza, Respondent

Ag markets proved generally mixed Monday morning

Grain traders are probably squaring positions Monday morning. The corn market has recently suffered badly from prospects for a huge U.S. harvest and from U.S. dollar strength. Today’s Export Inspections result also looked rather bearish. Nevertheless, futures rose modestly this morning, which probably reflected widespread short-covering ahead of tomorrow’s quarterly Grain Stocks report. December corn futures gained 1.5 cents to $3.245/bushel in Monday morning action, while May bounced 1.25 to $3.455.

Alleged burglar in Grant County thefts sought

DAVENPORT - The Lincoln County Sheriff's Office is asking the public to help find a man suspected of taking part in several thefts and burglaries in Grant and Lincoln counties.

Wahluke dumps Goldendale Hat trick for Idanis Cruz

MATTAWA - Senior Idanis Cruz scored a hat trick Saturday to lead Wahluke's girls to a 5-2 soccer win over Goldendale and a 3-0 start to their season.

One injured in double car accident

ROYAL CITY - One woman from Othello was injured when three cars were involved in a double rear-ender just half a mile outside of Royal City on Saturday, September 13, according to the Washington State Patrol.

What's up with Royal GEAR UP?

ROYAL CITY - For a few years now, you've heard or read the term GEAR UP and probably wondered just what it means.

Larson Housing area to get security cameras

EPHRATA - Residents in the Larson Housing area may soon have more eyes watching their activities. Grant County Sheriff Tom Jones met with the county's information technology department, county commissioners and a private security firm to discuss how to bring security cameras to the area.

Yellow flags doom Warriors in fall to Warden, 20-14

165 yards in penalties

MATTAWA - The Wahluke Warriors had two opponents in Warden Friday night - the formidable Cougars, and the referees.

Cougars drop third in a row

WARDEN - Warden girls soccer (2-3-1) dropped its third straight match Thursday against Connell, 3-1.

Grand turnout at Sip of the Slope

ROYAL CITY - With more than 90 tickets sold, SHOC's annual Sip of the Slope wine festival last Saturday had the best turn out yet, according to chair Linda Murphy.

Federico 'Lico' De Leon

Federico 'Lico' De Leon longtime Moses Lake resident, passed away to be with the Lord on Tuesday September 23, 2014 in his home in Moses Lake.

Hunters focus on upcoming hunting seasons

Columbia Basin hunters are focusing on the upcoming hunting seasons. The general modern firearm deer season opens on Oct. 11 in many areas across the state.

Fresh News from MarDon

Fishers on Pothole Reservoir are enjoying some of the best catching we have seen in decades, both bank fishing and especially boat fishing. We are enjoying many anglers that we have not seen in over ten years, returning for the abundant yellow perch catches. Serious perch anglers are not keeping perch unless they are at least 10 inches in length. These are the classic JUMBO PERCH!

Fishin' Magician: Dave Graybill

I know that everyone is heading down to the Hanford Reach to catch fall kings, but I am short on time.

Mable Celia LaBonte

Mable Celia LaBonte, 100 years, went to be with Jesus, Sept 20, 2014. She was blessed to pass in her daughter's home in Post Falls, ID. She was born in Belfield, North Dakota, on August 14, 1914 to Elmer and Katherine (Henry) Martin.

Water to Westlake important in 1952

Deadline to register to vote this election is October 6th

OLYMPIA - Expect a postcard in the mail soon that encourages you to register in time for this fall's general election.

Reward offered for information in Ephrata woman's killing

EPHRATA - The City of Ephrata and the family of a slain Ephrata woman are offering a $3,000 reward for information that leads to an arrest and conviction in the case.

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a petition dated July 9, 2014, was filed with the Board of Directors of the East Columbia Basin Irrigation District by Stan Hansen, the holders of title to all the land hereinafter described, praying that the following described land be included within the District: 355.52 acres described as the North 1/2 of Township 21, Range 28, Section 11, north of the East Low Canal.

Ordinance No. 2730

An ordinance amending Chapter 3.30 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled “Utility Occupational Tax”

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a petition dated July 9, 2014, was filed with the Board of Directors of the East Columbia Basin Irrigation District by 5 D Holdings, LLC, the holders of title to all the land hereinafter described, praying that the following described land be included within the District: 160 acres described as the South 1/2 of the Northwest ? and the North 1/2 of the Southwest ? of Township 18, Range 28, Section 11.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

LOT 4A, CONDICT SHORT PLAT, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 10 OF SHORT PLAT, PAGES 87 AND 88, RECORDS OF GRANT COUNTY WASHINGTON More commonly known as: 212 WIDMER DR NE, ROYAL CITY, WA 99357

Class of 65 meeting this Saturday; Dean Feige to join the group

OK members of the Moses Lake High School Class of 1965. We are having a planning meeting tomorrow afternoon, Saturday, Sept. 27, at the back lawn of Kris and Bob Chudomelka, beginning at 3 p.m. Yes, we will be planning next year's reunion. Yep, this will be number 50.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

LOT 9, BLOCK 2, VALLEY VIEW MAJOR PLAT, AS PER PLAT THEREOF FILED IN VOLUME 23 OF PLATS, PAGE 30,31 AND 32, RECORDS OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON. More commonly known as: 705 N PENROSE STREET, MOSES LAKE, WA 98837-4033

Ordinance No. 2729

An ordinance amending Chapter 2.48 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled “Planning Commission”

Learn healthy habits at Health & Wellness Expo Saturday

MOSES LAKE - Healthy living will be the topic at the second Central Washington Health & Wellness Expo, scheduled for 8 am. to 2 p.m. Saturday at the ATEC building at Big Bend Community College.

BEFORE THE HONORABLE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

That portion of Harris Road NE and Viking Road NE lying adjacent and within a portion of the west half of the southeast quarter of S 2, and the plat of Freshwater Estates located within a portion of the Northeast quarter of the northeast quarter of S 11, all within T 19 N, R 28 E, WM.

Ordinance No. 2728

An ordinance annexing property commonly known as the Desert Golf Annexation to the City of Moses Lake, Washington, and incorporating the same within the corporate limits of the City of Moses Lake

PUBLIC NOTICE

Description of Work: The District will be replacing seven transmission structures on the Ancient Lake – Frenchman Hills 115kV Line.

Ordinance No. 2731

An ordinance creating Chapter 18.50 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled “Recreational Marijuana Businesses”

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a petition dated July 9, 2014, was filed with the Board of Directors of the East Columbia Basin Irrigation District by MaryLou Cox, the holders of title to all the land hereinafter described, praying that the following described land be included within the District: 37 acres described as the Northwest ? of the Northeast ? of Township 20, Range 29, Section 28; 16.58 acres described as the West 1/2 of the Southwest ? of Township 20, Range 29, Section 21.

Woman asking for photos of Vietnam veterans from Grant County

Kihei, HAWAII - A woman from Hawaii is seeking photographs of seven men from Grant County who died in Vietnam.

CBRD hosts only home bout Saturday

MOSES LAKE - Columbia Basin Roller Derby will play host to Yakima's Wine Country Crushers this weekend.

First kNIGHT Glow Run deemed a success by PTO

ROYAL CITY - Attracting 125 runners, the first kNIGHT Glow Run, on Sept. 13, was successful, says chairman Jessica Stewart.

Proven ability and experience

I'm pleased to endorse Garth Dano for County Prosecuting Attorney. My wife Dorothy and I knew his father Harry and mother Dorothy , good friends, also from downstate Illinois. Garth's brother Brian has taught real estate law at Big Bend for the Realtors. The Dano family helped me become the first Republican elected to a Grant County office in over 50 years in 1982. Lots of Republicans since then!

Airtanker base loads record retardant

MOSES LAKE - The crew at Moses Lake's Air Tanker Base is winding down their fire-fighting operations after sending nearly 2 million gallons of retardant onto area fires.

Larson Rec Center, other areas spared cuts for now

MOSES LAKE - Those in attendance at Tuesday night's city council meeting were filled with mixed emotions.

Repairs continuing at Wanapum Dam

Goal to fill pool part of the way by end of the year

WANAPUM VILLAGE - Grant County PUD officials still plan to raise the Columbia River behind Wanapum Dam before the end of the year. No date has been set for raising the water level.

Chelan and Douglas county hunting prospects

Support for Garth Dano

We would like to go on record supporting Garth Dano for the Prosecutor job in Grant County. Garth is a long time Grant County Attorney and has served his clients well. It is time that we bring new blood to this office. We know that he will be responsive to all of Grant County residents, which has not always been the case with the current office holder. We urge you vote for Garth Dano.

Freshwater shortage looming as next world crisis

GUEST EDITORIAL

Remember the rhyme of the Ancient Mariner: "Water, water everywhere, but not a drop to drink?"

Finding solutions to school overcrowding

What is the best method of solving the overcrowding issue at Moses Lake High School?

Vote for Tom Dent

The phrase "Reaching across the aisle," is often criticized as compromising ones principles. I disagree. The State House of Representatives is held by the opposition party. In order to advance the interests of all citizens of the 13th District, one must be able to communicate ideas and suggestions to the members of the opposition without alienating or creating hostility. As a longtime successful small business owner, rancher, and one familiar with the needs of the Agricultural Comunity as well as those of the 13th District citizens, I believe Tom Dent can do just that. That is why I am voting for Tom Dent for 13th District Representative, Position 1.

ML girls swim clawed by Panthers

EPHRATA - Still without its home pool and facing one of the strongest swim teams in the state, it was tough going for Moses Lake girls swim.

Time for new faces

Elections here again for city officials. People need to register and vote and put people in office that will do for the people. We need to talk and ask questions to those who are running for office. We as citizens have rights, nobody is above that law. Everybody responds to somebody above. It's time for new faces. Hear what they have to say. Who will do for the people and not brush law under the table and ignore our issues.

Angus Lee is approachable

I am supporting Angus Lee for prosecuting attorney. He has done a fine job in office since he was elected. Juvenile crime has gone down approximately 40 percent in Grant County since its high point in 2008. Angus has strong family values and has also served our country in our military.

Brenda Bevers

Brenda Bevers, 56, passed away peacefully in her home September 6th, 2014. She is survived by her children Raymond and Amy Bevers, her grandchildren Anthony Benavidez, Marcus, Kaiden, Kayla, Treyson and Tisten. As well has her enormous family of aunts, uncles, brother, sisters, nephews, nieces and cousins.

Proud to support Angus Lee

This letter is in support of Angus Lee for Prosecutor. Angus served our country and has served our county well as Prosecutor. We appreciate his leadership in the Prosecutor's office and his commitment to fighting crime in Grant County as demonstrated by his record since he was elected. We are grateful for his support of law enforcement and for seeking punishment that fits the crime. He is a good family man and is involved in our community. Thank you Angus for a job well done. We are proud to support Angus Lee for Prosecutor.

Endorsement of Garth Dano for Prosecutor

I have lived in Grant County and Moses Lake my entire adult life with the exception of being out of the area during my professional baseball career. I have known Garth, his father, Harry, and his family for 40+ years. It's an honor and a privilege to endorse Garth for the Grant County Prosecutor's job. He has worked hard all his life, both as a farmer and as a lawyer and I know he will continue to do so for the benefit of all of the citizens of Grant County.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON

To: Carlos Baeza, Alleged Father

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON

To: Carlos Baeza, Father

NOTICE

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) intends to chemically rehabilitate Sago, Hourglass, Widgeon, Upper Hampton, Lower Hampton, the Hampton Slough Complex (Hampton Slough, Hen, and Dabbler Lakes and unnamed connected ponds), Marie, and Para-Juvenile Lakes in Grant County with the pesticide rotenone beginning October 6th, 2014.

CHANGE OF MEETING NOTICE

The regular October Board meeting of Grant County Fire District #11 will be held on Wednesday, October 8, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. at the Fire #10 Fire Station in Royal City, WA. By order of Board of Commissioners, Grant County Fire District #11.

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SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON

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

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 OF WASHINGTON

To: Adolfo Ramirez, Alleged Father

NOTICE OF NOVEMBER 4, 2014 GENERAL ELECTION

The last date to register online, through the mail, transfer or update an existing registration is Monday, October 6th. First time voters can register in person until 5:00 pm Monday, October 27th at the Franklin County Auditor’s Office, 1016 N. 4th Ave., Pasco.

NOTICE OF HEARING

TO: THE ELECTORS AND TAXPAYERS OF THE PORT OF KAHLOTUS

CALL FOR BIDS:

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Red Rock celebrates color week

ROYAL CITY - Kindergarten teachers are Tammy Manning, Tanya Wood, Heather Mueller, Patty Robbins, Peggy Montgomery, Trista Reffett and Erin Leone renewed a colors lesson last week that involves the entire Red Rock Elementary supporting the Kindergarten.

State patrol seeks witnesses of fatal crash

ELLENSBURG - The Washington State Patrol is seeking witnesses of the fatal crash that took the life of an Ephrata woman and injured a Grant County deputy on Saturday.

Moses Lake city council looks to amend industrial zone

MOSES LAKE - Just weeks after moving into a brand new space to accommodate its growing numbers, Freedom Wrestling Academy feared it might have to shut its doors.

Bond survey distributed to Moses Lake taxpayers

Online copy available now, by-mail copy by Sept. 29

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake School District taxpayers can access an online copy of a district-wide survey to determine what they think about a possible construction bond at the district's website and its Facebook page.

Chiefs finish third at Moses Lake Invitational

MOSES LAKE - The Chiefs girls and boys cross-country team finished third at the Moses Lake Invitational held at Blue Heron Park over the weekend.

Moses Lake man sentenced for punching security guard

EPHRATA - A Moses Lake man with numerous felony convictions was sentenced to about two years in prison for punching a security guard and trying to spit on arresting police officers following a fight at a night club.

Ephrata man charged with robbery, kidnapping

EPHRATA - An Ephrata man was arrested and charged with robbery, kidnapping and assault last week after he allegedly punched a man in the head and burned him with a cigarette.

One injured in double car accident

ROYAL CITY - One woman from Othello was injured when three cars were involved in a double rear-ender just half a mile outside of Royal City on Saturday, September 13, according to the Washington State Patrol.

Support for Tom Dent Tom knows how to reach out

The phrase "reaching across the aisle," is often criticized as compromising ones principles. I disagree.

CALL FOR BIDS

Grant County Fire Districts 10 and 11 are requesting bids for the construction of two 3,000-gallon tactical water tenders built on District owned 6x6 chassis.

PORT OF MOSES LAKE

NOTICE OF BUDGET RETREAT

Burn ban lifted in Grant County

EPHRATA - You can burn now, but check the rules first. Burn barrels are still not okay.

American Legion Post 209 honors POWs, MIAs

MOSES LAKE - More than 20 veterans and guests gathered Friday behind American Legion Post 209's headquarters in Moses Lake, to pay homage to local and national prisoners of war and those who were missing in action.

Christmas rehearsals starting

A chance to give voice to your faith

OTHELLO - If you are a singer who needs a venue for displaying your skills, the Othello Choral Society has one where voices are raised to Jesus Christ.

Royal girls fall twice in volleyball

ROYAL CITY - Royal High School struggled against two formidable foes, falling to Kiona-Benton and Warden in volleyball.

Richard 'Rick' O. Keith

Richard 'Rick' O. Keith, 67, a resident of Moses Lake was called home by his Lord on Thursday, September 18, 2014 after a long battle with cancer. He was at home surrounded by those who loved him and his two dogs, Pepper and Oreo. He is survived by Sandra Keith, his wife of 45 years, children: Stephanie Keith, Moses Lake; Rebecca Keith, Salem, OR; Jonathan Keith and wife Aimee Keith, Lynnwood, WA; Edward Keith, Moses Lake, and one brother Robert Keith, South Carolina. He was preceded in death by both parents, Raymond and Charlene Keith, and two brothers, Randy Keith and Ronald Keith.

Suspect arrested after chase with Sheriff Jones

MOSES LAKE - A Moses Lake woman was arrested Monday morning after she allegedly stole a vehicle and led Grant County Sheriff Tom Jones on a short chase.

Moses Lake man dies after motorcycle accident

SOAP LAKE - A man from Moses Lake died on Sunday after a collision on his motorcycle.

Oregon man sentenced for selling MDMA at The Gorge

EPHRATA - An Oregon man was sentenced to a year in prison after admitting to selling MDMA or "Molly" at The Gorge Amphitheatre in June during the Paradiso Festival.

Ag markets posted mixed closes Tuesday afternoon

Good harvest conditions continued depressing corn prices Tuesday. The weekly Crop Progress report didn’t seem to affect corn futures Monday night. Indeed, prices resumed their late slide in apparent anticipation of a surge in harvesting, since weather forecasts point to warm, dry weather over the short run. December corn futures dipped 4.75 cents to $3.255/bushel at Tuesday’s close, while May sank 4.5 to $3.4675.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON

To: Carlos Baeza, Alleged Father

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON

To: Adolfo Ramirez, Alleged Father

CALL FOR BIDS

Grant County Fire Districts 10 and 11 are requesting bids for the construction of two 3,000-gallon tactical water tenders built on District owned 6x6 chassis. For specifications and Instructions to Bidders, contact Chief Brian Evans at 509-346-2658, Fax 509-346-2129, mail: Grant County Fire Districts 10 and 11 - P.O Box 220, Royal City, WA 99357, or email: chief@grantfire10.com. Sealed Bids, must be submitted no later than 12 Noon PST Monday October 6, 2014 with bid opening to follow.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON

To: Carlos Baeza, Father

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 November 12, 2014 for Supplying Ten (10) Digital Hydraulic Governors for Priest Rapids Dam as more fully described in Contract Documents 270-3713.

A clan for all seasons

A new generation of farm family was recognized by the Farmer Consumer Awareness Day (FCAD) committee, and not a moment too soon as the face of agriculture changes seasons and a new generation of farmers begin to teach the last.

2014 Qualified Remodeler Top 500

On behalf of the entire staff at Qualified Remodeler, we congratulate you on being accepted into the 2014 Qualified Remodeler Top 500. The Top 500 list will be the cover feature of our August issue.

Ag markets firmed Tuesday morning

Good harvest conditions continued depressing corn prices. The weekly Crop Progress report didn’t seem to affect corn futures overnight. Indeed, prices are still sliding in apparent anticipation of a surge in harvesting, since weather forecasts point to warm, dry weather over the short run. December corn futures dipped 3.25 cents to $3.27/bushel late Tuesday morning, while May skidded 3.25 to $3.48.

Moses Lake earns 3-3 draw against unbeaten Ferris

MOSES LAKE - Even the staunchest Moses Lake (2-1-1) supporter had to be surprised when the Chiefs led 3-1 against undefeated Ferris with just minutes to play.

New Life's recently hired pastor from Texas

ROYAL CITY - New Life Fellowship Church's new pastor, Lance Lewis, and family recently moved here from Texas, and they are making themselves at home.

Howard Chamberlin

Gone from our presence is a man who was an example of true integrity and honesty. Howard Chamberlin was a loving husband, father, and grandfather cherished by his family and friends, and a dedicated professional. He was a compassionate man with a gentle soul and touched the lives of those he met.

State pitches in for AeroTEC project

MOSES LAKE - Recently allocated state funding will help the Port of Moses Lake prepare for the construction of AeroTEC's new 65,000 square foot, wide-body aircraft hangar.

Walkers take to the street to fight Alzheimer's

MOSES LAKE - His daughters and his niece agreed that Jack Wood was just a big kid at heart, with a great sense of humor. He kept that sense of humor even when Alzheimer's attacked him, said his daughter Teri Swindell. That was good, because Alzheimer's took a lot from him, and from his family.

Didier files lawsuit over alleged campaign ethics violation

Moses Lake volunteer Chris Voigt said he was within terms of his work contract and did not violate state ethics laws

RICHLAND - U.S. Fourth Congressional candidate Clint Didier filed a lawsuit in federal court last week accusing a Moses Lake-based volunteer from his opponent's campaign of using public resources, and asking that the alleged activities be stopped.

Community blood drive in Royal City

ROYAL CITY - The Royal Community service project in remembrance of 9/11 will be a Red Cross blood drive next month.

Ephrata woman dies in collision with Grant County Sheriff's Office vehicle

Washington State Patrol will handle investigation

EPHRATA - Washington State Patrol detectives will investigate a traffic accident that killed an Ephrata woman and involved a Grant County sheriff's deputy Saturday.

Washington Farm Bureau endorses Dan Newhouse

LACEY - The Washington Farm Bureau announced their support for Dan Newhouse's campaign for the Fourth Congressional District race.

Moses Lake unable to stop CDA

MOSES LAKE - The reigning Class 5A Idaho state champions performed as advertised Friday at Lions Field.

LEGAL NOTICE

INVITATION to BID

PUBLIC NOTICE

The September meeting of the Noxious Weed Control Board of Grant County will be held Thursday, September 25, 2014, at 7:00 p.m., at the Bureau of Reclamation Building, 32 “C” Street N.W., Room 304, Ephrata, Washington.

LEGAL NOTICE

INVITATION TO BID

LEGAL NOTICE

The Grant County Conservation Board of Supervisors will hold a regular board meeting at 7:00 PM on October 14, 2014 at the Grant County Conservation District office, 1107 South Juniper Drive, Moses Lake, WA 98837, to adopt a resolution setting the date, time, and location of an election to fill a Conservation District Supervisor’s expiring term.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

Abbreviated Legal: Lt 177 Larson Sub., Grant Co., WA

LEGAL NOTICE

Call for Bids: The Board of Directors for the Royal School District No. 160 will receive bids for gasoline and diesel fuel to be used from October 1, 2014, to August 31, 2015.

LEGAL NOTICE

INVITATION to BID

Superior Court of Washington

In re: Patricia Mendoza, Petitioner, and Angel Mendoza, Respondent

Stolen vehicle suspect arrested after chase with Sheriff Jones

MOSES LAKE — A woman who reportedly stole a Chrysler 300 car early Monday morning was arrested after a chase with Grant County Sheriff Tom Jones.

Ron Dunn

We thought any employees that were here did a great job!

Barbara French

Could not be more pleased Tm and Joe were exceptional. Thank You

Rolf Oxos

Lane and Kevin were very knowledgeable, courteous, and answered our questions to our satisfaction

Dan Inman

Chase and crew were great!

Joan Schwisow

It's done! It's beautiful. We appreciate your workmanship, cleanliness and friendliness. We can get out our front door, use our garage and enjoy the door and opener.

Corbet Richter

The young men who came to the house were all great!

Moses Lake man dies after motorcycle accident

SOAP LAKE — A man from Moses Lake died on Sunday after a collision on his motorcycle.

Home Depot helps Elks with remodel

MOSES LAKE - The Columbia Basin Elks were able to advance with an interior remodeling project at their lodge thanks to the Moses Lake Home Depot.

Chiefs D-line ready to terrorize

MOSES LAKE — Many people would say that the most important aspect of defense is the ability to pressure the quarterback.

Hundreds attend annual Red Rock open house

ROYAL CITY - Hundreds of parents and students attended the annual Red Rock Elementary open house last Thursday evening.

Knights defeat Highland in volleyball

ROYAL CITY - The Royal High School girls leveled their early season record to 1-1 with a three-game defeat of Highland in volleyball last Thursday.

Cherry season generates good profit for growers

Growers produced about 23 million boxes, one of biggest in state history

QUINCY - Despite an inconvenient hot spell, the 2014 cherry crop should generate enough returns to allow growers to tum a profit.

91-year-old Royal woman involved in 2-car crash

ROYAL CITY - A member of the Royal City community, with an Othello address, was involved Friday in a two-car collision near the Hiawatha Industrial Park on Highway 26.

MLBA hosts Art and Wine Walk next month

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Business Association’s Art and Wine Walk is returning to downtown Moses Lake in a few weeks.

AWB launches leadership development program

CLE ELUM — The Association of Washington Business is taking a proactive approach in preparing the state’s next generation of industry leaders to take over.

Moses Lake man gets probation for selling drugs near school

EPHRATA - A Moses Lake man was sentenced to probation after pleading guilty to selling cocaine 150 feet away from Park Orchard Elementary School.

George considering roundabout

GEORGE — The City of George is considering construction of a roundabout at a troublesome 3-street intersection near city hall and the fire station.

Dean Feige is coming to town next week

Many of us remember Dean Feige from school. He was with us through at least part of our freshman year, before moving to, well, I think it was Portland.

Fresh News from MarDon

With the water cooling the fishing for just about every species is really good. Catches of largemouth and smallmouth bass on the face of the dunes has been really great.

Youth hunting rules this weekend

The special youth hunt is scheduled for tomorrow and Sunday, Sept. 20 and 21, with a daily limit of four Canada geese and a possession limit of eight. The youth hunter must be under 16 years old and accompanied by an adult who is 18 years old and not hunting.

Beverly Jean Canfield

Our chocoholic, sports fanatic Beverly Jean Canfield’s courageous battle came to an end Sunday, September 14, 2014 in the extraordinarily loving care of Columbia Basin Hospital in Ephrata, Washington.

Moses Lake man dies after falling off boat

MOSES LAKE - An 80-yearold man from Moses Lake died on Thursday after falling off a boat at Potholes Reservoir near Moses Lake.

Operation Skywatch conclusion

Royal High School students beat averages in state testing

ROYAL CITY - It's happy days for Royal High school administrators and teachers. Their students did better than well in the latest round of state mandated testing.

Royal Slope Railroad Services good for economic growth

ROYAL CITY - Speakers at the welcoming open house last Thursday for the leaders of ARG Transportation Services said the re-development the Royal Slope Railroad will be good for economic growth and the highway system.

Brush fire extinguished in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Fire Department responded to a brush fire on the 600 block of Riviera Ave. in Moses Lake.

BEFORE THE HONORABLE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

That portion of Harris Road NE and Viking Road NE lying adjacent and within a portion of the west half of the southeast quarter of S 2, and the plat of Freshwater Estates located within a portion of the Northeast quarter of the northeast quarter of S 11, all within T 19 N, R 28 E, WM.

BEFORE THE HONORABLE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Cascade Natural Gas Corp., has filed with the Board of County Commissioners of Grant County, Washington, an application for a franchise for a period of fifteen (15) years to construct, operate and maintain a natural gas distribution system across certain County roads in Grant County, Washington lying within the following described portion of the County, to-wit:

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD September 30, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata, WA regarding a budget extension request for the following Grant County Funds:

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a petition dated July 9, 2014, was filed with the Board of Directors of the East Columbia Basin Irrigation District by 5 D Holdings, LLC, the holders of title to all the land hereinafter described, praying that the following described land be included within the District: 160 acres described as the South 1/2 of the Northwest ? and the North 1/2 of the Southwest ? of Township 18, Range 28, Section 11.

LEGAL NOTICE

KALISPEL TRIBE OF INDIANS TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN and TO: Adrianna Maldonado-Fisher, parent of Ignacio Carrazana, Jr. DOB 6/14/2008, A Guardianship Petition has been filed.

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a petition dated July 9, 2014, was filed with the Board of Directors of the East Columbia Basin Irrigation District by MaryLou Cox, the holders of title to all the land hereinafter described, praying that the following described land be included within the District: 37 acres described as the Northwest ? of the Northeast ? of Township 20, Range 29, Section 28; 16.58 acres described as the West 1/2 of the Southwest ? of Township 20, Range 29, Section 21.

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a petition dated July 9, 2014, was filed with the Board of Directors of the East Columbia Basin Irrigation District by Stan Hansen, the holders of title to all the land hereinafter described, praying that the following described land be included within the District: 355.52 acres described as the North 1/2 of Township 21, Range 28, Section 11, north of the East Low Canal.

Didier files lawsuit over alleged campaign ethics violation

RICHLAND -- U.S. Fourth Congressional candidate Clint Didier filed a lawsuit in federal court this week accusing a volunteer from his opponent's campaign of using public resources, and asking that the alleged activities be stopped.

Crop futures proved quite weak again Friday morning

Dollar strength and harvest prospects are depressing crop markets. Anticipation of another massive U.S. corn crop is depressing prices. Weakness spilling over from the wheat and bean markets, as well as U.S. dollar values at 4.5-year highs are probably exaggerating current losses, despite an early announcement of a big sale to Mexico. December corn futures dipped 4.25 cents to $3.34/bushel in midday Friday activity, while May sagged 4.5 to $3.5475.

State pitches in for AeroTEC project 

OLYMPIA— The state Community Economic Revitalization Board (CERB) is helping the Port of Moses Lake prepare for the construction of AeroTEC’s new 65,000 square foot, wide body aircraft hangar. 

Warden man denies involvement in police shooting

EPHRATA - A Warden man said he is afraid for his life and did not snitch on his drug dealer following the police shooting of a suspected methamphetamine dealer in a Moses Lake grocery store parking lot earlier this month.

BBCC falls in NWAC opener

MOSES LAKE - Despite being down two sets, Big Bend volleyball would not quit.

Sip of the Slope this weekend

ROYAL CITY - Except for the final three-day logistical push, everything is set for the annual Sip of the Slope wine tasting festival this Saturday, Sept. 20.

Juvenile crime statistics are misleading

I recently read the article of Sept. 1, 2014 stating, "

A special thank you

On behalf of the trustees, students, and employees of Big Bend Community College (BBCC), a special thank you to members of the LDS Church in Moses Lake for their generous contributions of labor and equipment to transform the appearance of the BBCC campus. September 10 and 13 saw hundreds of church members remove diseased trees, unwanted shrubs and debris, and install new trees, shrubs, and rock according to a landscaping plan that better suits our campus and climate.

Royal soccer girls drop two

ROYAL CITY - The Royal girls displayed fairly good defense, but they had no offense last week to start the high school soccer season.

Moses Lake School District taxpayers to be surveyed

MOSES LAKE - A survey to determine what Moses Lake School District patrons think of the idea of a construction bond will be conducted in the next couple weeks.

Woman concerned about jail conditions

I'm a concerned parent who protects the rights of the disabled and mentally disabled. Our courts and prosecutor are so easy to charge and convict without doing the right procedure.

Bolyard is informed, refreshing

There are two candidates running for 13th District State Representative. I have met them both, as I was an active member of the GOP and even an elected Precinct Officer. I no longer belong to the Republican party.

Garth Dano's client impressed by his professionalism

I have been a client of Garth Dano and his law firm for eight years. I was going through a difficult time after losing someone close to me in an accident. Garth and his staff showed great empathy and comfort towards me. They made me feel that my son, as well as my own, well-being was a priority. The professionalism Mr. Dano and his firm showed me and my family was very kind and thoughtful. From my experience, I know Garth will help mentor the prosecutor's office, as well as making sure the victims feel that they are not just a case or number. I will be voting for Garth Dano in the Nov. 4 General Election.

Political parties have changed

US House race lacks Democrat in the 4th district (CBH, Sept. 8, pg. A7). It is critical for people to recognize that the House represents "the People," not political parties. We, the People, should select candidates who listen to our needs and represent us, and do not become cogs of political machines.

Is an all-green energy strategy worth the cost?

GUEST EDITORIAL

What if we could peer into the future and see the consequences of the decisions we make today? In a way, we can.

Dent is a proven leader

Tom Dent has great knowledge of agriculture and a true friend to farmers, related industries and companies. After all, isn't that almost all of us in Grant County and the 13th legislative district? We are blessed with natural resources to feed much of the world.

Support for Angus Lee

Angus Lee is an ex Marine officer who served his country. Now he is serving our county. He has saved us hundreds of thousands of dollars. Has refined the office and has it running like a top.

Show your appreciation to Moses Lake businesses

EDITORIAL

When was the last time you thanked a Moses Lake business for meeting and exceeding your expectations?

Chase suspect caught near Ritzville

RITZVILLE - A Spokane man who led police on a chase on Interstate 90 near Ritzville was caught Wednesday.

How to take care of game in the field pt. 2

This is the second of a two-part series about taking care of game in the field.

New Life still accepting donations for yard sale

ROYAL CITY - The New Life Fellowship Church's fund-raising yard sale is less than two weeks away, and donations of sale items are still being accepted.

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Sealed Bids from Bidders pre-qualified pursuant to RCW 54.04.085 will be received by the Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County at Ephrata, Washington until 2:30 P.M. on October 7, 2014 for Distribution Line Construction (Dock Crews) in 2015 and 2016 as more fully described in Contract Documents 130-3896H.

PUBLIC NOTICE

The September meeting of the Noxious Weed Control Board of Grant County will be held Thursday, September 25, 2014, at 7:00 p.m., at the Bureau of Reclamation Building, 32 “C” Street N.W., Room 304, Ephrata, Washington.

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 OF WASHINGTON

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

FRANKLIN COUNTY

AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING MINIMUM STANDARDS AND REQUIREMENTS FOR THE REGULATION OF UNUSED PORTIONS OF COUNTY RIGHT-OF-WAY BY ADJOINING LANDOWNERS

PUBLIC HEARING

The Public Utility District #1 of Franklin County will hold the first in a series of 4 public hearings on the 2015 operating and capital budgets.

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS

Sealed bids, plainly marked “BID FOR STRATFORD ROAD & PATTON BLVD. GRIND/INLAY PROJECT, CRP 14-02 & 14-03” , will be received by Grant County at the Office of the Board of County Commissioners located in the County Courthouse, P.O. Box 37, 35 C Street NW – Room 207, Ephrata, WA, 98823, until 1:30 P.M., Tuesday, September 23, 2014 and will then and there be opened and publicly read for the construction of the improvements.

SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON

Estate of R. KENLEY MAURER, Deceased.

Notice of Hearing

To: The Property Owners/Taxpayers of Franklin County Mosquito Control District

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

Abbreviated Legal: LOT 7, BLOCK 4, REPLAT OF FOSTER'S ADDITION TO PASCO, Franklin Co., WA

Expanded FAA certificate authority at Big Bend

Certificate only for BBCC aviation program graduates

MOSES LAKE - Big Bend Community College's aviation program will be one of two in the Pacific Northwest authorized to award Restricted Airline Transport Pilot (R-ATP) certificates to graduates.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY

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SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON

To: Alejandro Montes, Alleged Father

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON

To: Alejandro Maldonado Muniz, Alleged Father

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Sealed bids will be received by the Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County at 15655 Wanapum Village Lane SW, Beverly, Washington until 2:00 P.M., on September 30, 2014 for Hydro Grounds Maintenance as more fully described in Contract Documents 430-3817.

Man dies in Potholes Reservoir

OTHELLO — An elderly man died in the Potholes Reservoir Thursday.

Two boys arrested for burglary in George

GEORGE — Two 17-year-old boys, one from George and one from Quincy, were arrested for burglary and

Knights defense blanks Naches, 47-0

ROYAL CITY - The chances of a high school football team winning when its defense concedes only one first down the entire game are roughly the same as a baseball team winning when its pitcher tosses a no-hitter, practically 100 percent.

Lee, Dano highlight differences in debate

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake attorney Garth Dano and Grant County Prosecutor Angus Lee highlighted their differences and rising areas of Grant County crime during the Vision 2020 debate Tuesday.

'Pink bunny' sentenced for selling drugs, banned from festivals

EPHRATA - A Seattle man was sentenced to a year in prison and banned from all outdoor music festivals after selling drugs during this year's Paradiso Music Festival at The Gorge Amphitheatre.

Moses Lake volleyball struggles against Ike

YAKIMA - Moses Lake volleyball (0-3) struggled in its Columbia Basin Big 9 opener against Eisenhower.

Sean Robinson Prchal

Sean Robinson Prchal died on Thursday, September 11, 2014. He left us much too soon and we will miss him with all of our hearts.

Soap Lake rebounds in win over Liberty Bell

SOAP LAKE - Soap Lake earned its first win of the year with a five-game nail biter against Liberty Bell 25-27, 25-22, 29-27, 21-25, 16-14.

Library hosts children's literacy event Thursday

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Public Library is hosting an Early Literacy Fair this week in an effort to get kids ready and excited for reading.

Fumbles lead loss for Wahluke

MATTAWA - "To be honest, this loss is on me," coach Mike Forestiere said after Wahluke fell, 34-12, to the Cle Elum Warriors Last Friday in non-league high school football.

Moses Lake man leads police on high-speed chase

MOSES LAKE - A man from Moses Lake allegedly threw a woman out of a car and led officers on a high speed chase through Moses Lake on Monday.

Moses Lake School District taxpayers to see construction bond survey

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake School District patrons will be asked their opinions on a possible construction bond during the next few weeks. A survey listing the options will be available on the district's website this weekend. All district patrons will receive a copy in the mail.

Divergent livestock futures highlighted Wednesday's market action

Ethanol news likely undercut corn futures Wednesday. The weekly EIA report on the energy sector stated domestic ethanol stocks at an 18-month high, thereby implying diminished corn demand from that sector. That won’t help the grain industry with another massive harvest looming. December corn futures dipped 2.0 cents to $3.4175/bushel in late Wednesday trading, while May sagged 1.75 to $3.625.

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON

IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF SNOHOMISH

CALL FOR BIDS

Grant County Fire Districts 10 and 11 are requesting bids for the construction of two 3,000-gallon tactical water tenders built on District owned 6x6 chassis.

Lincoln County burglar may live in Grant County

EPHRATA — The Grant County Sheriff’s Office is partnering with the Lincoln Sheriff’s Office in trying to identify a burglar.

Moses Lake firefighters contain diesel spill at gas station

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Fire Department contained a diesel spill at the Exxon gas station at 3000 W. Broadway Ave. on Monday.

Health district adopts e-cig policy

MOSES LAKE - Grant County Health District officials have taken a stance on the use of electronic cigarettes, adopting a new policy that among other things will ban their use in public places and their sale to minors.

Prep roundup: Soap Lake drops match to Lake Roosevelt

SOAP LAKE - Soap Lake entered Saturday's match against Lake Roosevelt looking for its first win of the season.

William "Bill" Howard Taylor

William "Bill" Howard Taylor was born on July 8th, 1954 in Ontario, Oregon. He was called "Home" to His Father in Heaven peacefully on Saturday, September 6, 2014 surrounded by his family and the loving care of The Chaplaincy Hospice House Staff in Kennewick, WA.

Balancing act required to run multiple dams

GUEST EDITORIAL

Operating two hydroelectric plants on the Mid-Columbia River requires the ability to balance multiple interests at all times. Considerations for fish passage, recreation, cultural resources, electric generation, irrigation and public safety are constants for GrantPUD.

BEVERLY ENGLISH

Former resident grateful for friends

Thank all of you wonderful people in Royal City. Your sincere love for Beverly and me was, as I expected, because of your love of my dear Beverly.

Adrienne Marie Arthemise Turcotte Estes

Adrienne Marie Arthemise Turcotte Estes, 87, passed away on Saturday, September 13, 2014 at the Monroe House in Moses Lake, WA. She was born July 8, 1927 to August and Emilina Turcotte on the family farm near Rolla, North Dakota. She attended boarding school in Oakwood for her first year of high school. Then in 1943, she entered the convent as did all of her other sisters. She entered the order of the Sisters of the Presentation of Mary. She was in the convent for 19 years at which time she received her Licensed Practical Nurse Degree.

Jackie Yurian

Jackie (Brittain) Yurian, the heartbeat of our family, our wise & courageous mother, grandmother, & friend, was welcomed into Heaven on Saturday, September 06, 2014. She was born in Moses Lake, Washington August 23, 1961 to udy Sawyer. She graduated from Moses Lake High School. Jackie married her best friend, Richard Yurian, and worked as a caregiver in Moses Lake while raising her two handsome boys.

GRANT COUNTY FIRE DISTRICT NO. 5

Reader lauds fire department

I wish to thank our men and women of the volunteer ambulance (Grant County Fire District No. 5) staff.

Cost of service analysis explained at Grant County PUD workshop

EPHRATA - The cost of providing electricity to Grant County PUD customers, and how the PUD arrived at its conclusions, was the subject of a workshop with customers Thursday.

Brooks trial extended until next year

EPHRATA - An attorney for Nathon Brooks, the Moses Lake boy charged with shooting his parents last March, said parents and teachers at his former school are not cooperating with his defense team.

George Bluegrass Festival

Music will be here all week long

GEORGE — The 8th annual George, Washington Bluegrass Festival got under way yesterday in the George Community Hall and Park, and it’s far from over.

Notice of Application and Proposed Mitigated Determination of Non-Significance

Notice is hereby given that a JARPA (Shoreline Substantial Development & Conditional Use Permit) and SEPA Checklist received by Grant County on May 21, 2013 from Rick Penhallurick (Designated Contact: John Hermann, CBMI, 3740 Thayer Rd. NE, Moses Lake, WA 98837, 509-989-4318) were found to be technically complete on September 9, 2014.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON

To: Carlos Baeza, Father

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON

To: Adolfo Ramirez, Alleged Father

Notice of Application & Proposed MDNS

Notice is hereby given that a JARPA (Shoreline Substantial Development & Conditional Use Permit) and SEPA Checklist received by Grant County on September 02, 2014 from Joe (Tony) & Lori Garro were found to be technically complete on September 10, 2014.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON

To: Carlos Baeza, Alleged Father

Mattawa Chamber moving tomorrow's meeting

MATTAWA — The Mattawa Chamber of Commerce has changed the location for its meeting tomorrow, Wednesday, Sept. 17, to the Columbia Basin Health Association Clinic conference room.

CALL FOR BIDS

Grant County Fire Districts 10 and 11 are requesting bids for the construction of two 3,000-gallon tactical water tenders built on District owned 6x6 chassis. For specifications and Instructions to Bidders, contact Chief Brian Evans at 509-346-2658, Fax 509-346-2129, mail: Grant County Fire Districts 10 and 11 - P.O Box 220, Royal City, WA 99357, or email: chief@grantfire10.com. Sealed Bids, must be submitted no later than 12 Noon PST Monday October 6, 2014 with bid opening to follow.

Bond committee meets at 6:30 tonight at Moses Lake School District Transportation Center

MOSES LAKE — The committee tasked with recommending whether or not to offer a construction bond proposal to Moses Lake School District voters will meet at 6:30 p.m. tonight at the district transportation center, 920 East Yonezawa Blvd.

WSU researchers explain mystery of cereal grain defense

Crop scientists at Washington State University have explained how genes in the barley plant turn on defenses against aging and stressors like drought, heat and disease.

Ag markets turned mostly lower Tuesday morning

Crop futures couldn’t sustain early gains. The Farm Service Agency released its updated numbers concerning acreage enrolled in U.S. crop insurance programs Monday night. It boosted corn acreage and prevent planted acres from its August estimates. Futures rallied in response overnight, but have subsequently turned lower. December corn futures sagged 2.5 cents to $3.405/bushel late Tuesday morning, while May lost 3.0 to $3.605.

Ephrata beats Othello for the first time in 17 years, 35-14

EPHRATA - A good majority of the Ephrata football players hadn't even been born when Jerry Maguire hit theaters in 1996.

Agriculture celebrated during Quincy's FCAD

QUINCY - Quincy took time to celebrate their agricultural industry, and the people behind it, over the weekend.

Adams County Fair finishes four-day run in Othello

OTHELLO - The family just finished lunch and Mom had her eye on dessert. "I'm going to go get an elephant ear," she said.

Moses Lake girls soccer scores first win of year

PUYALLUP - Moses Lake girls soccer (1-1) scored its first win of the season against Emerald Ridge, 2-1.

Former Moses Lake wrestlers, coaches hold reunion

MOSES LAKE - Rainier Beach has basketball. Bellevue has football. Moses Lake has wrestling.

Grant County child hospitalized with enterovirus

GRANT COUNTY - A child from Grant County was hospitalized with a severe respiratory illness and tested positive for enterovirus/rhinovirus.

Moses Lake downs Lewis and Clark in overtime, 19-16

SPOKANE - It's a rarity for a high school kicker to be good from 50 yards.

Students gain invaluable volunteer experience

MOSES LAKE - About a dozen Moses Lake High School students gave up one of their afternoons last week to spend a couple of hours cleaning up a section of their town.

Volunteers sought for fair committee

EPHRATA - The Grant County Board of Commissioners is looking for citizens of Grant County who would like to serve on the Grant County Fair Advisory Committee.

Local band to shoot music video in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - A Moses Lake band was recently granted a road closure permit to shoot a music video.

Ag markets proved quite mixed Monday

Export news affected the crop markets Monday. After declining Sunday night in reaction to the near-miss on northern Plains frost damage, corn futures seemed set to add to those losses today. That changed after a 120,000-tonne corn sale to Mexico was announced, but the poor showing on the Export Inspections report seemed to limit gains. December corn futures settled 4.5 cents higher at $3.43/bushel Monday, while May added 4.0 to $3.635.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

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

LEGAL NOTICE

Call for Bids: The Board of Directors for the Royal School District No. 160 will receive bids for gasoline and diesel fuel to be used from October 1, 2014, to August 31, 2015.

Notice of Application & Public Hearing

PROJECT: To develop a 14 lot plat from six acres (currently two parcels) in the Urban Residential 2 zoning district. Thirteen lots will be approximately 14,538 sq. ft., with the remaining lot being 22,900 sq. ft.

LEGAL NOTICE

INVITATION to BID

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

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

LEGAL NOTICE

INVITATION to BID

LEGAL NOTICE

The Grant County Conservation Board of Supervisors will hold a regular board meeting at 7:00 PM on October 14, 2014 at the Grant County Conservation District office, 1107 South Juniper Drive, Moses Lake, WA 98837, to adopt a resolution setting the date, time, and location of an election to fill a Conservation District Supervisor’s expiring term.

NOTICE OF PRE-QUALIFYING FOR TRANSMISSION & DISTRIBUTION LINE CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE, AND SUBSTATION CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE

Application for Pre-Qualification of Contractors for electrical construction or improvement of an electrical facility (as described below):

Notice of Application & Public Hearing

PROJECT: To develop a 14 lot plat from six acres (currently two parcels) in the Urban Residential 2 zoning district.

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Sealed Bids from Bidders pre-qualified pursuant to RCW 54.04.085 will be received by the Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County at Ephrata, Washington until 2:30 P.M. on October 2, 2014 for Labor and Materials to Process Transformer Oil and Vacuum Oil Fill Power Transformers as more fully described in Contract Documents 130-3888H.

GRANT COUNTY

SHORELINE MASTER PROGRAM

LEGAL NOTICE

INVITATION TO BID

Ag markets turned generally mixed Monday morning

Export news affected the crop markets Monday morning. After declining Sunday night in reaction to the near-miss on northern Plains frost damage, corn futures seemed set to add to those losses today. That changed after a 120,000-tonne corn sale to Mexico was announced. The poor showing on the Export Inspections report seemed to cap early gains. December corn futures rose 1.75 cents to $3.4025/bushel late Monday morning, while May added 1.25 to $3.6075.

Fire crews battle wildfire in Grant County

EPHRATA, Wash. (AP) - Fire crews were battling a wildfire in Grant County that officials say was threatening a dozen homes.

Moses Lake cancer survivor gives back to group that helped

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake resident Neoma Geer knows exactly how stressful battling cancer can be. She knows about the long, daily drives to Wenatchee for radiation treatment, which is about 70 miles away. She knows about feeling tired, losing her memory and her hair from the four-hour radiation treatments.

Cheerleaders: the other high school athletes

ROYAL CITY - In Royal football is everything. Every Friday the entire town is at the field supporting the team.

Anna Yarbro, Naomi Verhage lead MLCA past Wilson Creek

MOSES LAKE - Any chance of a Wilson Creek comeback was promptly squelched by Moses Lake Christian Academy's Anna Yarbro.

More disagreements on Crescent Bar mediation

CRESCENT BAR - Grant County PUD and the residents of Crescent Bar Island, which rarely agree, have responded to Federal Judge Justin L. Quackenbush's binding mediation suggestion with a no and yes respectively.

Moses Lake considers cuts to recreation, ambulance services

MOSES LAKE - The Larson Ice Rink, BMX park and free summer concert series in Moses Lake may be eliminated because of a $1.3 million shortfall in property taxes the city was expecting from REC Silicon.

Early Canada goose season this weekend

An early Canada goose season is scheduled for Goose Management Areas 4 and 5 on Sept. 13 and 14. These areas are basically lands east of the Cascade Mountains. The daily limit will be three with a possession limit of six. Remember this hunt is for Canada geese only.

Smoothie business owner describes her labor of love

MOSES LAKE - Basin native Carly Jansen is bringing the food truck craze to Moses Lake, but with a little twist.

Farmer-Consumer Awareness Day

QUINCY - Quincy's Farmer-Consumer Awareness Day (FCAD) was started in 1981 after Dennis Higashiyama heard a story on the Paul Harvey show that illustrated how farmers and consumers had drifted apart.

Darryl pheasant seeking new term as county treasurer

EPHRATA - Darryl Pheasant has been treasurer for 28 years, and he's asking voters for a new term in November.

Ken Kernan resigns from MLIRD board

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District director Ken Kernan resigned this week from the district's board of directors.

Basin residents remember 9/11

MOSES LAKE - On Thursday, residents throughout the Columbia Basin remembered the 13th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks.

Activity encouraged for kids

MATTAWA - There is a definite change in tempo when September arrives. Family routines now revolve around school and sports activities.

Fishin' Magician: Dave Graybill

No wonder anglers are getting excited about the fall salmon run.

Casey Cooper: write-in campaign lands ballot spot

MOSES LAKE - Grant County Republican Party State Committeeman Casey Cooper will run for Grant County Treasurer against incumbent Daryl Pheasant in the November elections.

Parents invited to review books

ROYAL CITY - Parents of Royal School District students will have an opportunity to review textbooks that are scheduled for adoption into the school system.

Alice Herrera Gamez

Alice Herrera Gamez 74, Moses Lake resident, was welcomed into Heaven on Tuesday, September 9, 2014 on her daughter's birthday (Rosa Maria Gamez). She died at home on a beautiful, sunny day, surrounded by her loving family. Viewing will begin at 1 O a.m., Monday, September 15th at The Assembly at Moses Lake with funeral services immediately following at 11:00 a.m. at the church. Interment will be at Guarding Angels Cemetery. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a note for the family at www.kayserschapel.com. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory.

Fresh News from MarDon

Water temperatures on Potholes Reservoir have cooled as much as 10 degrees in the past 10 days. With night time lows flirting with the 40's the fall pattern has begun.

Enid Clay served her time in Operation Skywatch observation post

Consumer acceptance of biotech produce growing

Fighting GMO labeling initiatives on a state-by-state basis is unsustainable, but Cathleen Enright believes consumer-facing, genetically engineered fruits and vegetables could help the technology find popular acceptance.

Ag markets ended the week in decidedly mixed fashion

Large supplies again weighed on the crop markets. Corn futures stabilized Thursday night in the wake of the bearish USDA reports and subsequent price drops to fresh lows. However, prices subsequently weakened in Friday trading, despite early morning news of a sizeable corn sale to an unknown destination. December corn futures settled down 2.5 cents to $3.385/bushel Friday, while May sank 2.5 to $3.595.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

LOT 1, BLOCK 1, COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES NO. 3, AS PER PLAT RECORDED IN VOLUME 10 OF PLATS, PAGE 46, RECORDS OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON. More commonly known as: 6504 EAGLE DR NE, MOSES LAKE, WA 98837

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a petition dated July 9, 2014, was filed with the Board of Directors of the East Columbia Basin Irrigation District by MaryLou Cox, the holders of title to all the land hereinafter described, praying that the following described land be included within the District: 37 acres described as the Northwest ? of the Northeast ? of Township 20, Range 29, Section 28; 16.58 acres described as the West 1/2 of the Southwest ? of Township 20, Range 29, Section 21.

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a petition dated July 9, 2014, was filed with the Board of Directors of the East Columbia Basin Irrigation District by Stan Hansen, the holders of title to all the land hereinafter described, praying that the following described land be included within the District: 355.52 acres described as the North 1/2 of Township 21, Range 28, Section 11, north of the East Low Canal.

Public Notice – Request for Letter of Interest

Subject: Request for Letters of Interest – Weatherization Program Assistance

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a petition dated July 9, 2014, was filed with the Board of Directors of the East Columbia Basin Irrigation District by 5 D Holdings, LLC, the holders of title to all the land hereinafter described, praying that the following described land be included within the District: 160 acres described as the South 1/2 of the Northwest ? and the North 1/2 of the Southwest ? of Township 18, Range 28, Section 11.

Notice of Application

PROJECT: A Short Subdivision of a 80.18 acre parcel into 3 lots.

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD September 30, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata, WA regarding a budget extension request for the following Grant County Funds:

BEFORE THE HONORABLE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Cascade Natural Gas Corp., has filed with the Board of County Commissioners of Grant County, Washington, an application for a franchise for a period of fifteen (15) years to construct, operate and maintain a natural gas distribution system across certain County roads in Grant County, Washington lying within the following described portion of the County, to-wit:

Ag markets turned mostly lower Friday morning

Large supplies are again weighing on the crop markets. Corn futures stabilized Thursday night in the wake of the bearish USDA reports and subsequent price drops to fresh lows. However, prices have subsequently weakened once again, despite early morning news of a sizeable corn sale to an unknown destination. December corn futures slid 2.5 cents to $3.385/bushel late Friday morning, while May sank 2.5 to $3.595.

Adams County Fair's opening day draws crowd

OTHELLO - The 2014 Adams County Fair kicked off Wednesday, drawing a crowd of more than 100 to Othello for the annual event.

Sip of the Slope just around the corner

ROYAL CITY - The excitement is building. The third annual Sip of the Slope is quickly approaching, and SHOC (Strengthening the Heart of the Community) and friends are ready.

Police release more details about officer shooting

EPHRATA - Police say the Warden man an officer shot in the Lep-re-kon parking lot Friday after he struck police vehicles was delivering an ounce of methamphetamine.

Taking care of game in the field

A school for the future

While visiting Moses Lake this week my brother in-law, Rick Koba, suggested I might be interested in seeing the new C. V. Tech since I am a District administrator in Phoenix, AZ. I was extremely impressed and amazed by what we saw. Principal Armstrong welcomed us and gave us a wonderful tour of the facilities. The facility was both technologically and esthetically remarkable. I was impressed by how environmentally friendly the physical plant was and how well equipped each and every learning space was. Classrooms are equipped with state of the art technology and equipment I had only seen in movies such as 3-D printers. The kitchen is a chef's dream and while I am not very knowledgeable about heavy machinery it seemed students will be able to learn a trade using a shop that resembles real life worksites. What a tremendous asset to the community, students as well as future employers. It appears as t! hough in planning the school every detail was studied and accounted for using both internal expertise as well as input and assistance of local businesses. The school is truly a school for the future!

Labor Day epilogue: partnering for success

Over the Labor Day weekend, former Arkansas governor Mike Huckabee gave a compelling commentary on the need for employers and employees to set aside their differences and partner.

The right to bear arms

Most of us are familiar with the Second Amendment's "Shall Not Be Infringed" clause, but Article 1 Section 24 of the Washington State Constitution is not as well known. It states, "RIGHT TO BEAR ARMS. The right of the individual citizen to bear arms in defense of himself, or the state, shall not be impaired, but nothing in this section shall be construed as authorizing individuals or corporations to organize, maintain or employ an armed body of men."

Why re-invent the wheel?

Why re-invent the wheel? We have had Angus Lee as our Prosecuting Attorney for the past two terms. We have seen our juvenile crime rate go down in Grant County by 40% for five years in a row. Angus Lee has served us well not only with his professionalism, but his moral and integrity background has also served us as citizens in Grant County. We are proud to have Angus as our representative in the courts. Don't judge a person by the over-bearing signs, but look at the life behind the political scenario. My vote is for Angus Lee to continue his work and endeavor which he has already proven to us.

Boy, 17, reportedly involved in Quincy shooting

QUINCY - A 17-year-old boy from Quincy was taken into custody after a non-injury shooting on Tuesday.

Fred Ellis Graham

Fred Ellis Graham was 73 years old when he passed away at Swedish Hospital in Edmonds, WA on August 6, 2014.

A citizen's duty

It is the citizen's duty to be an informed voter. The majority of citizens could be well informed voters who control the government. Or we can ignore our duty, and become enslaved by corrupt officials and unconstitutional laws.

There's no place like home

There's a lot to be said about growing up in a small town, both good and bad. Some people are happy to go off to bigger and better once they've graduated high school.

Grant and Adams county high school sports roundup

Dam repairs a balancing act with Grant PUD's routine duties

GUEST EDITORIAL

Operating two hydroelectric plants on the Mid-Columbia River requires the ability to balance multiple interests at all times. Considerations for fish passage, recreation, cultural resources, electric generation, irrigation, and public safety are constants for Grant PUD. The complexity of this work compounds while we are responding to one of the greatest challenges faced by a hydropower operator on the Columbia River, a fracture at our Wanapum Dam.

First anchors installed at Wanapum Dam

Repairs to dam will cost an estimated $69 million

WANAPUM DAM - Repairs to Wanapum Dam will spill over into 2015, although enough work will be completed to partially raise the water level behind the dam sometime before the end of the year, according to PUD officials.

Flu shots offered at Quincy event

QUINCY - You can have fun and take care of an immunization need at the same time at Farmer Consumer Awareness Day this Saturday, Sept. 13, at Quincy.

kNIGHT Glow Run this Saturday night in Royal

ROYAL CITY - Everything is set for the first annual kNIGHT Glow Run this Saturday, Sept 13, according to the sponsoring Royal Parent Teacher Organization (PTO).

Tom Dent is a natural leader

I am a resident and business owner in Moses Lake. I have had the privilege of knowing Tom Dent for about 15 years. I have had many discussions with Tom over the years and I have been very educated on issues that are often the topic of great debate and interest. He is a very intelligent and well-versed man on most all topics I bring up. Tom has taught me that one needs to understand all sides in order to have an intelligent discussion. He is a natural leader and educator. Leaders need to be able to get different sides together as well as getting all of us working in the same direction so we all benefit.

Angus Lee is a competent prosecutor

A few years ago my cousin was brutally murdered. He was shot in the back of the head execution style. I was devastated and found kindness and compassion from our elected prosecutor, D. Angus Lee. He provided diligence, competence and thoroughness in a successful prosecution to ensure citizen safety from this murderer. Angus is a former military man who served oversea to defend the safety and protection of the USA, until he was wounded. Like many others, who always deserve to be commended, with much gratitude and appreciation, thank you. Angus risked his own life to ensure safety for every American. As a prosecutor he has that leadership and cares about the victims' families too. He is a family man, easily approachable and takes the immediate time, when he can, to genuinely listen to the needs of people in this country. Angus has courage, strength and leadership. He has taken a lot of heat for 'cleaning house' when he was first elected. Those who understand politics and the FBI's definition of public corruption know exactly what I am talking about. Of course those that are in the "good boy networking" don't want him in office, because he stands for justice and integrity. He is not into that kind of back door politics and that is exactly why I choose Angus to continue his services as our elected prosecutor in Grant County. Thank you, Angus, for your services in the military and success as our elected prosecutor in Grant County. My family is Republican and I am a Democrat but regardless of political preference, the citizens of Grant County need to stand in leadership and be smart, vote Angus. For these reasons and many more, I approve this message.

Thursday's USDA reports generally bearish for crop markets

Corn futures reacted weakly to today’s USDA reports. The USDA’s September Crop Production and WASDE reports seemingly held bearish implications for the corn outlook, since futures built upon early losses in the wake of the news. December corn futures fell 8.75 cents to $3.37/bushel in late Thursday morning action, while May lost 8.75 to $3.58.

Farm Bureau on USDA projections for corn, soybean yield

The Agriculture Department’s latest report on agricultural supply and demand for the 2014-2015 marketing year confirms that U.S. grain producers can expect record yields and low market returns, the American Farm Bureau Federation said today.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that there has been proposed to the Franklin County Planning Commission an application by P & R Construction LLC, 6223 W. Deschutes Ave., Kennewick, WA 99336 for a preliminary plat subdivision, SUB 2014-01.

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS

Sealed bids, plainly marked “BID FOR STRATFORD ROAD & PATTON BLVD. GRIND/INLAY PROJECT, CRP 14-02 & 14-03” , will be received by Grant County at the Office of the Board of County Commissioners located in the County Courthouse, P.O. Box 37, 35 C Street NW – Room 207, Ephrata, WA, 98823, until 1:30 P.M., Tuesday, September 23, 2014 and will then and there be opened and publicly read for the construction of the improvements.

Notice of Application & Proposed DNS

Notice is hereby given that a Discretionary Use Review Application and SEPA Checklist were received on June 26, 2014 from Robert Shoemaker, PO Box 1737, Coupeville, WA 98239 (Contact: Christina Shoemaker, PO Box 1737, Coupeville, WA 98239) and was found to be Technically Complete on September 05, 2014.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

LOT 2, BLOCK 1, DESERT BLUFF PHASE TWO, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME D OF PLATS, PAGE 233, RECORDS OF FRANKLIN COUNTY, WASHINGTON.

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS

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

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

Lot 3 RIVERSHORE ESTATES PHASE 3, according to the Plat thereof recorded in Volume D of Plats, Page 308, records of Franklin County, Washington

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON

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

Conference season

To everything there is a season, as it's been written, and the season after harvest is devoted to conferences and trade shows. These are the shows for which we currently have dates and locations. The list will be updated as more shows are scheduled.

Chiefs struggle at home against Lewis and Clark

MOSES LAKE - After a 3-0 loss at home against Lewis and Clark to open the season, Moses Lake head coach Ric Char isn't ready to hit the panic button.

Brian Flynn Band coming to Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - International singer-songwriter Brian Flynn is coming to Moses Lake to perform four shows.

Wanapum Dam Heritage Center to open for final days before move

BEVERLY - The Wanapum Heritage Center at Wanapum Dam will reopen to the public for one final week from Sept. 16-22, according to publicist Chuck Allen.

Moses Lake volleyball drops match to Post Falls

POST FALLS - Moses Lake its opening match of the season to on the road against Post Falls in four sets (26-28, 25-19, 19-25, 16-25).

Coroner rules Ephrata woman's death a homicide

EPHRATA - The stabbing death of an Ephrata woman on Monday was ruled a homicide by the Grant County coroner.

Time to Stand up and be Counted

Today is the 13th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001 and the 2nd anniversary of the attack that killed four Americans in Benghazi. Currently 75% of Americans feel we are less safe than we were when Barack Hussein Obama was elected President. Our border is becoming non-existant, Israel is under attack continually, ISIS is taking over the middle east and decapitating Americans, and Russia is re-establishing the Soviet Union by force! Our President's answer is to go on vacation and play golf.

Former county clerk convicted of assaulting wife

EPHRATA - Former Grant County Clerk Kenneth Kunes was found guilty on misdemeanor assault and harassment charges this week, following a March incident with his wife.

Wesley J. Maddicks

Wesley J. Maddicks, 91, a longtime Moses Lake resident and retired minister, was welcomed into Heaven on Sunday, September 7, 2014. He was residing at McKonnin Adult Care Home. Viewing will be from 11 a.m. till 5 p.m., Tuesday, September 9, 2014 at Kayser's Chapel. Vault interment will be in Zillah City Cemetery on Wednesday, September 10, in Zillah,Washington. A celebration and remembering of his life to be held at 11a.m., Saturday, September 13th at New Beginnings Christian Center, located at 318 W. Northshore Dr. with Pastor Skip Bennett, officiating. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a note for the family at www.kayserschapel.com. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory.

GTA proposes Moses Lake transit center

MOSES LAKE - Grant Transit Authority is hoping to begin construction on their new intermodal transit center in downtown Moses Lake by next summer.

Free hazardous waste collection planned

EPHRATA - Grant County residents will be able to dispose of household hazardous waste for free on Saturday, Sept. 13, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Ephrata Landfill Recycling Center.

Ag markets posted mixed closes ahead of Thursday's USDA reports

Traders were looking forward to Thursday’s USDA reports Wednesday. Expectations for a massive corn harvest have weighed heavily upon the market this summer. However, the possibility that tomorrow’s USDA Crop Production and WASDE reports will hold surprises apparently spurred short-covering ahead of their release. Thus, corn futures traded slightly higher. December corn futures closed up 1.5 cents to $3.4575/bushel Wednesday, while May rose 1.25 to $3.6675.

Notice of Application & Public Hearing

PROJECT: A Preliminary Plat of approximately 179.328 acres in order to create eight (8) lots from two (2) existing parcels in the Agriculture zoning district of Grant County.

STATE OF WASHINGTON

AMENDED NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CHANGE/TRANSFER OF WATER RIGHT

CALL FOR BIDS

Grant County Fire Districts 10 and 11 are requesting bids for the construction of two 3,000-gallon tactical water tenders built on District owned 6x6 chassis.

WAC 197-11-970 Determination of Non-Significance (DNS).

DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON

IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF SNOHOMISH

LEGAL NOTICE

1964 Great Lakes Esquire

5 checked after Pasco ammonia leak

PASCO, Wash. (AP) — A Pasco, Washington, Fire Department official says five people were treated at a hospital after a small anhydrous ammonia leak at the Pasco Processing Center.

Crop markets are mostly lower again Wednesday morning

Crop futures generally continued sliding Tuesday night. The ag industry is focusing upon the likely results of Thursday’s Crop Production and WASDE reports, with huge forecasts for the U.S. corn and soybean harvests likely. Thus, most crop futures sustained their recent downtrends overnight. But, we should probably look for short covering and position squaring starting today. December corn futures inched up 0.25 cent to $3.445/bushel early Wednesday morning, while May lost 0.25 to $3.6525.

Real sea hawk fishes Moses Lake

The bird, not the football team, scopes out the fishing on the lake

MOSES LAKE - The crew at Ken Thompson Drilling, not far off the lake shore, was going about their business Monday when they noticed a bird hanging out around the shop yard, perched at the top of an electrical pole.

Beverly Ann Mickle-English

Beverly Ann Mickle-English, 77, long-time Royal Slope resident passed away Friday, August 29, 2014 in Prineville, Oregon.  Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel and Crematory, Moses Lake -  www.kayserschapel.com 

Moses Lake volleyball sets sights on state berth

MOSES LAKE - In a hostile environment against a strong Wenatchee front line, Moses Lake volleyball was within two points of a state tournament berth.

Ephrata woman dies in suspicious circumstances

EPHRATA - Detectives are investigating the suspicious death of an Ephrata woman.

Adams County Fair opens Wednesday

Demolition derby, chuck wagon cook off, rodeo among activities

OTHELLO - Exhibits and competition, two days of rodeo, a demolition derby and chuck wagon cooking are among the events scheduled for the 2014 Adams County Fair.

Ephrata Raceway Park finale crowns season champions

EPHRATA - The 2014 racing season at Ephrata Raceway Park came to a close with all local classes racing under perfect weather conditions. The Northwest Vintage Modified Racing Association was also on hand to do battle on ERP's asphalt oval.

Friday shooting stemmed from narcotics investigation

Man remains in critical condition

MOSES LAKE - The officer-involved shooting of a man in Moses Lake stemmed from a narcotics investigation.

Royal City - the face of small town America

GUEST EDITORIAL

I'd like to tell you about the people of your little town. They exemplify what we've all heard small town's are about.

Patriot Day blood drive on Thursday

MATTAWA - Those of you wanting to do something meaningful to memorialize the victims of the bombing of New York City on Sept. 11, 2001, should consider giving blood.

Grain and soy prices remained weak Tuesday

Bearish expectations weighed on crop futures again Tuesday. The reduced threat of frost this weekend seemingly triggered fresh selling in the crop markets today, but traders were probably anticipating bearish production revisions on Thursday’s big USDA reports as well. December corn futures settled 4.0 cents lower at $3.4425/bushel Tuesday, while May lost 4.25 to $3.655.

Legal Notice

Cenex Bulk Plant Harvest States

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON

To: Adolfo Ramirez, Alleged Father

Aviso Legal

Cenex Bulk Plant Harvest States

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON

To: Carlos Baeza, Alleged Father

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON

To: Carlos Baeza, Father

Hop harvest underway in Washington

KENNEWICK, Wash. (AP) - Workers swiftly strung 16-foot-long hop vines onto hooks that carried their valuable cones into the picking machine at Irving Newhouse & Sons near Sunnyside.

CALL FOR BIDS

Grant County Fire Districts 10 and 11 are requesting bids for the construction of two 3,000-gallon tactical water tenders built on District owned 6x6 chassis. For specifications and Instructions to Bidders, contact Chief Brian Evans at 509-346-2658, Fax 509-346-2129, mail: Grant County Fire Districts 10 and 11 - P.O Box 220, Royal City, WA 99357, or email: chief@grantfire10.com. Sealed Bids, must be submitted no later than 12 Noon PST Monday October 6, 2014 with bid opening to follow.

Livestock diverged from weak crop futures Tuesday morning

Bearish expectations continue weighing on crop futures. The reduced threat of frost this weekend seemingly triggered fresh selling in the crop markets this morning, but traders are probably anticipating bearish production revisions on Thursday’s big USDA reports. December corn futures sagged 3.75 cents to $3.445/bushel late Tuesday morning, while May lost 4.0 to $3.6575.

Moses Lake's defense forces two turnovers in win over Suns

MOSES LAKE - It was by no means a pretty football game.

Local Molahiettes show support for Kaylee

MOSES LAKE - As Basin Seahawks fans were busy watching the season's opening game, a group of locals gathered together Thursday night to make aware the condition of one of their own.

County sheriff increases patrols in rural areas

EPHRATA - The Grant County Sheriff is increasing patrols in rural communities in an effort to better combat property crimes.

Officers involved in Moses Lake shooting

MOSES LAKE - An unidentified man was shot by police officers following a confrontation on West Broadway Avenue in Moses Lake.

Mildred Dean (Ottmar)

October 2, 1923 - August 30, 2014

House Finance Committee talks tax breaks

MOSES LAKE - State lawmakers are continuing the conversation on tax incentives that would benefit some of the area's data centers and food processors, topics that could come up in the form of bills during the next legislative session.

Open house for new Port operators set for Thursday

ROYAL CITY - The Port of Royal Slope (PORS) will have an open house from 9-11 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 9, to welcome the new operators of the Royal Slope Railroad.

Phyllis J. Ebel

Phyllis J. Ebel passed quietly in her sleep with love and prayers on Friday, Aug.22, 2014.

Moses Lake library supporter memorialized with plaque

MOSES LAKE - Those who knew Alice Harwood knew how important the public library was to her.

BBCC 3-2 at Spokane Falls CC Invitational

SPOKANE - Big Bend volleyball's resurgence continued this past weekend at the Spokane Falls CC Invitational.

Ag markets moved mostly lower Monday

Reduced frost risk undercut the crop markets Monday. The lack of action in the Black Sea region probably depressed the grain markets today, but the early revision to the weather forecast seems more important at this point. That is, the anticipated freeze line on the weekend weather forecasts moved northward, thereby reducing the potential damage to the corn and soybean crops. December corn futures fell 7.75 cents to $3.4825/bushel at their Monday close, while May lost 7.25 to $3.695.

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Sealed bids will be received by the Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County at , Washington

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

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

Ag markets moved mostly lower Monday morning

Reduced frost risk is undercutting the crop markets. The lack of action in the Black Sea region is probably depressing the grain markets Monday morning, but the early revision to the weather forecast seems more important at this point. That is, the anticipated freeze line on the weekend weather forecasts moved northward, thereby reducing the potential damage to the corn and soybean crops. December corn futures fell 6.0 cents to $3.50/bushel around midsession Monday, while May lost 5.5 to $3.715.

Patton Boulevard school zone changes

MOSES LAKE - The Grant County Sheriff's Office wants the public to be aware of school zone changes along Patton Boulevard.

Moses Lake girls swim looks to increase state qualifiers

MOSES LAKE - A year removed from sending one diver to state, Moses Lake girls swim is ready to have a larger representation at the last meet of the year.

JC Worsham's parents had their doubts about sheep projects

ROYAL CITY - JC Worsham has shown sheep successfully at the Grant County Fair for two years. But his parents had their doubts when he first asked for the opportunity.

Yard sale planned for New Life Church

for building improvement needs

ROYAL CITY - The New Life Fellowship Church of Royal City has building improvement needs, and its members are willing to work for your support.

ASA director's testimony on rail service

American Soybean Association (ASA) Director Lance Peterson joined other concerned growers in Fargo, N.D. Thursday at a public hearing before the Surface Transportation Board (STB) to testify on rail service issues and the negative impacts on soybean growers. Also testifying for soybean growers at the hearing was Eric Broten, representing the North Dakota Soybean Growers Association.

Central Washington Health & Wellness Expo returns September 27

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

Rescued Afghan pups seek home in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - A pair of sister puppies, rescued on Valentine's Day from a snow bank in a tribal area of Afghanistan, are looking for a more peaceful and stable home in the Moses Lake area.

Samaritan Healthcare shows $4.8M profit for year

Income up, expenses down after seven months in 2014

MOSES LAKE - Samaritan Healthcare turned a $657,779 profit in July, and made a $4.8 million profit through the first seven months of 2014.

Free household hazardous waste collection planned

EPHRATA - Grant County residents will be able to dispose of household hazardous waste for free on Saturday, Sept. 13, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Ephrata Landfill Recycling Center.

McGregor named FCAD Honorary Farmer of the Year

According to the Webster Dictionary, dedication is defined with a photograph of Alex McGregor*, this year's Honorary Farmer of the 2014 Farmer Consumer Awareness Day (FCAD).

Interest in kNIGHT Glow Run builds

ROYAL CITY - Everything is set for the first annual kNIGHT Glow Run on Saturday, Sept 13, according to the sponsoring Royal Parent Teacher Organization.

Preserve the harvest for winter meals & holiday gifts

The cucumbers have filled the vegetable drawer, you've run out of cabbage recipes and your family is refusing to eat one more BLT.

Fresh News from MarDon

Potholes Reservoir provides an opportunity during September to enjoy a great family fishing trip. Bank fishers and boat fishers are catching Jumbo Perch and Crappie with Bluegill up to 9 inches. We are enjoying simply cool nights and pleasantly warm days so far in September. Due to the colder night time temperatures the Walleye are starting their fall feeding frenzy.

Thomas continues account of volunteering for Operation Skywatch

Michael Clark Pierce

Michael Clark Pierce (60) passed away surrounded by family and friends in Grand Coulee, Washington Tuesday evening September 2, 2014 following a courageous battle with cancer. Born on April 4, 1954 into the Coulee Dam Washington home of Frank and Barbara (Vail) Pierce, Michael graduated from Lake Roosevelt High School in 1972, where he enjoyed playing sports, particularly basketball. Following high school, Michael attended college, worked for the park service for several years and most recently was employed as a sales representative for a custodial supply company. An avid hunter, Michael enjoyed spending time boating and camping, but especially loved spending time with his family and many friends, who have particularly fond memories of times spent around his shuffleboard table. "Mike just enjoyed having FUN"

Sheriff announces plans for Larson Housing area

EPHRATA - Grant County Sheriff Tom Jones announced plans to hold homeowners in the Larson Housing area accountable for crimes committed on the properties they own.

Dove hunting starting off well

Dove hunting can be a day-by-day event. One day the hunting is good, followed by a dip in the temperature and the birds disappear.

Most ag markets closed the week strongly

Cool weather forecasts may have boosted the crop markets. Concerns about weekend events in the Black Sea region probably gave the grain markets an upward bias today. Traders also seemed to be reacting to cool weather forecasts, since a mid-September frost in northern Corn Belt could hurt corn and bean production. December corn futures closed up 9.5 cents at $3.56/bushel Friday afternoon, while May added 8.75 to $3.77.

Officer involved shooting - updated

MOSES LAKE — An unidentified man has been shot by police officers following a confrontation.

Big Bend program will help low-income students

One of four participating community colleges in Washington

MOSES LAKE - Big Bend Community College is one of four Washington community colleges participating in a program designed help low-income students finish their degrees.

LEGAL NOTICE

KALISPEL TRIBE OF INDIANS TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN and TO: Adrianna Maldonado-Fisher, parent of Ignacio Carrazana, Jr. DOB 6/14/2008, A Guardianship Petition has been filed.

NOTICE OF DECISION

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that on September 3, 2014, the Grant County Board of Commissioners approved proposals to adopt amendments to the Grant County Comprehensive Plan, including site-specific land use re-designations, changes to the Future Land Use Map, UGA Amendment and Zone Changes.

Man shot in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE - An unidentified man is in stable condition following an incident with police officers which ended in the man being shot.

Sheriff's Office asks residents to help identify fuel thieves

MOSES LAKE - The Grant County Sheriff's Office is asking residents to help identify two men who were videotaped stealing gas from a farm.

George Bluegrass Festival kicks off September 15

GEORGE - George is bringing bluegrass back to the Basin with the town's Bluegrass Festival later this month.

Boeing 777 may replace Air Force One

GUEST EDITORIAL

It's about time to replace Air Force One, the president's plane; however, the new version may not be a Boeing 747. It may be a 777.

Cracking down on truancy

School has begun. As a pro education and pro student citizen, it's great to see our Grant County Prosecuting Attorney, Angus Lee, is going to be more aggressively prosecuting those who skip school. Truancy has been a difficulty for a long time not only in our county, but nationwide. This effort is geared at decreasing gang participation and successfully educating our students. As our crime rate has gone down during his term, please join me by supporting Angus Lee for another term of office.

People first

One of our 'proven leaders' controlled the Grant Co. Republican party for nearly ten years as his own "do as I say" club. But when the citizens elected too many who challenged his agenda, he just refused to hold any meetings until their two year terms expired. His years of 'leadership' allowed him to write new rules that let him hold a 'closed' meeting on his private property, where he replaced several members on the executive board and appointed persons that night who voted to let him do as he chose. The people he appointed did not stay on in those positions, they were only there to help him remove board members who had dissented from his agenda. The over-used campaign slogan "proven leadership" is often nothing more than the typical padded resume.

Words have meaning

Words have meaning! The pen is mightier than the sword!

Bolyard's honest approach

As Amercians we have rights - speech, press, assembly, bear arms, equal justice and own private property. We also have much loved and appreciated freedoms - travel, work, marry, education and selection of a political party. For the last eight years I have had the opportunity to serve in various capacities in the Grant County Republican Party. We are fortunate to have such dedicated people helping elect and hold accountable those who serve to uphold our constitution. I have worked closely in public and behind the scenes with both candidates for 13 District Representative. I can tell you first hand they are both very passionate about their endeavor. Unfortunately, only one has been fulfilling their duties with integrity. Dani Bolyard has gained respect statewide for her honest and candid approach to platforms and issues. She has fought hard to protect our lands and water and she has fought against over regulation. She is well educated, faithful and very knowledgable about the issues at hand. Thank you to all those that serve. I encourage you to visit with both Dani Bolyard (www.daniforrep.com) and her opponent before you vote in November.

Horizon Credit Union hosts annual shred day Friday

MOSES LAKE - Horizon Credit Union employees will be helping community members get rid of sensitive documents this Friday during their shred day event.

Fishin' Magician: Dave Graybill

If you are planning to take your family to the Chelan County Fair, be sure to take the kids to the Auditorium and the Outdoor Recreation Area.

Good, old fashioned customer service

I would like to thank the owners and employees at Affordable Auto gas station in Moses Lake, especially Shane. My older (she wouldn't want me to say elderly) mother is a longtime customer and it makes me feel good to know I can send my mom there and she and her car will be well taken care of. Full service gas stations have become a rarity and I commend the owners for keeping the full service tradition. Having someone pump your gas, check the fluids and wash your windows is especially appreciated by the elderly, disabled and those of us who hate getting out of the car when it is too hot or too cold. We appreciate your commitment to providing a good, "old fashioned" customer service.

Clay: First hunt productive

The plan was simple; meet in Wilson Creek at 5:30 a.m. and head north to our hunt area. My hunting buddy, Bill Green, was waiting when I arrived 20 minutes late. My usual goal is to be early when planning to meet a partner such as this, but, even though I was up and preparing for the hunt early, time slipped away before my Ram headed north on Stratford Road.

Scott Bradley Hutsell

Scott Bradley Hutsell, born September 5, 1957, gifted finish carpenter and artist, died Tuesday August 26, 2014 at the young age of 56, at his home in Wenatchee after a long illness.

Suicide prevention help is available

No matter how big a problem may seem, suicide is not the answer. There are organizations and groups equipped to help people work through their problems. The most difficult thing to do is ask for help. It takes courage to acknowledge and tackle this issue.

Grant Historical Society to learn about postcards

EPHARTA - Grant County Historical Society members and guests will learn all about postcards at their heritage meeting next Tuesday, Sept. 9.

Leone A. Browning

Leone Browning, 94, was born in Arapahoe, CO February 3, 1920 to Cleveland and Georgia Hunter. She was the youngest of 7 children. Leone is survived by 1 of those siblings, Earl Hunter.

Comment sought on waste rules

OLYMPIA - The public is invited to review and comment through Oct. 1 on proposed updates to Washington's dangerous-waste regulations.

Wounded Warrior Horseman's clinic Saturday

MOSES LAKE - Combat veterans and their family members or caretakers have a chance to take a free day-long course on horse riding and care.

Ag markets posted divergent moves Thursday

Crop futures extended Wednesday’s losses Thursday. Anticipation of a huge U.S. corn crop heightened Wednesday, thereby triggering a drop to fresh lows. The drop resumed today, despite early news of a sizeable corn sale to an unknown destination. December corn futures settled 5.5 cents lower at $3.465/bushel Thursday, while May dropped 5.5 to $3.6825.

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS

Sealed bids, plainly marked “BID FOR STRATFORD ROAD & PATTON BLVD. GRIND/INLAY PROJECT, CRP 14-02 & 14-03” , will be received by Grant County at the Office of the Board of County Commissioners located in the County Courthouse, P.O. Box 37, 35 C Street NW – Room 207, Ephrata, WA, 98823, until 1:30 P.M., Tuesday, September 23, 2014 and will then and there be opened and publicly read for the construction of the improvements.

Public Notice

Grant County will be starting the deck rehab of County Br 215 on September 10, 2014.

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS

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

Notice of Trustee's Sale

Abbreviated Legal: Lot 23, Cindy's Addition

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

LOT 4, MONTGOMERY ESTATES PHASE FIVE, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME D OF PLATS, PGE 342, RECORDS OF FRANKLIN COUNTY, WASHINGTON. Commonly known as: 4010 PRAIRIE LN PASCO, WASHINGTON 99301 APN: 118-101-083

Richland orthodontic practice opens Moses Lake location

MOSES LAKE - Drs. Chris Parkinson and Dave Butler are bringing their orthodontic expertise to Moses Lake.

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT FOR THE STATE OF WASHINGTON

In the Matter of the Estate of: CARMEN ZOZAYA MATUS, Deceased.

WAC 197-11-970 Determination of Non-Significance (DNS).

DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON

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

Study finds troubling loss in Mexico's corn genetic diversity

The genetic diversity of maize, or corn, is declining in Mexico, where the world’s largest food crop originated, report researchers in Mexico and at the University of California, Davis.

Ag markets seemed confused Thursday morning

Crop futures extended Wednesday’s losses this morning. Anticipation of a huge U.S. corn crop heightened Wednesday, thereby triggering a drop to fresh lows. The drop resumed today, despite early news of a sizeable corn sale to an unknown destination. December corn futures slumped 6.0 cents to $3.46 late Thursday morning, while May dropped 6.25 to $3.675.

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Warden Cougars make move to the 2B level

WARDEN - Warden is ready to erase the thought of last year's two-win season.

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Royal Knights loaded for new gridiron campaign

ROYAL CITY - The fact that the Royal High School Knights return 78 percent of their scoring from last season serves as evidence of depth and experience heading into the 2014 season.

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Quincy hoping to make noise in CWAC

QUINCY - A chance for Quincy to snap a two-year playoff drought is going to be a tough go.

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Huskies ready to reclaim CWAC title

OTHELLO - The Othello Huskies have been a mainstay in the 2A state playoffs.

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Moses Lake must overcome departures, injuries to return to state tournament

MOSES LAKE - A season ago, Moses Lake head football coach Todd Griffith urged his team to seize opportunities.

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Lind-Ritzville/Sprague ready to continue historic streak

RITZVILLE - At the 2B level, it doesn't get better than Lind-Ritzville/Sprague football.

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George Bluegrass Festival just around the corner

GEORGE - The 8th annual George, Washington Bluegrass Festival on Sept. 15-21 in the George Community Hall (GCH) and Park is coming together, according to GCH board member Debby Kooy.

Grant County unemployment rate shows improvement

MOSES LAKE - Grant County had an unemployment rate of 5.6 percent in July, the lowest July rate recorded in six years.

Robert 'Bob' James McCullough

Robert 'Bob' James McCullough, 80, passed away on Thursday, August 28, 2014 in Moses Lake, WA.

James (Jim) A. Hamilton

James (Jim) A. Hamilton, Moses Lake resident since 1962 passed away Friday August 29th at home surrounded by family. A celebration of his life will be held at 2 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 4, 2014 at Moses Lake Presbyterian Church, 1142 W. Ivy. Private interment will be in Guarding Angels Cemetery. 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.

State audit: more than $16K stolen from fairgrounds

MOSES LAKE - Grant County Fairgrounds Director Jerry Gingrich said he has made changes to how employees manage cash and who has access to a safe after an employee allegedly stole $16,382 in cash from the fairgrounds last year.

7 boys arrested in Moses Lake burglaries

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake police officers have taken seven boys into custody for a string of 13 burglaries that occurred in Moses Lake in recent weeks.

2 in custody after Moses Lake party shooting

MOSES LAKE - Two Moses Lake men were taken into custody on Sunday after allegedly assaulting and firing a gun at a man.

Linda M. (Johnston) Galyan

Linda M. (Johnston) Galyan Was called home in the early morning hours on August 16 2014. In West St.Paul, MN, at the age of 67 from complications of diabetes.

Soap Lake makes transition to 2B and 11-man football

SOAP LAKE - With six extra players on the field, passing windows and rushing alleys are going to tighten.

Beverly Ann Mickle-English

Beverly Ann Mickle-English, 77, long-time Royal Slope resident passed away Friday, August 29, 2014 in Prineville, Oregon. Her funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Saturday, September 6, 2014 at the Royal City Church of the Nazarene with Pastor Tim Snyder officiating. Interment for family members will follow at Royal Memorial Gardens. Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel and Crematory, Moses Lake - www.kayserschapel.com.

Crescent Bar residents score another victory

Port of Quincy switches sides in lawsuit

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

Ephrata makes climb toward CWAC's elite

EPHRATA - Ephrata is right on the fringe of the CWAC's elite.

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Patriot Day blood drive changed to Saddle Mountain

MATTAWA - If you're wanting to do something meaningful on Patriot Day, Sept. 11, here's an idea.

ACH looks to return to playoff contention

COULEE CITY - At the 1B level, sustained success is hard to come by.

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$4 million to bolster STEM Education Programs

SEATTLE - Washington STEM has announced nearly $4 million in investments in innovative, regionally based programs aimed at improving teaching and learning of science, engineering, technology, and math across Washington state.

CALL FOR BIDS

Grant County Fire Districts 10 and 11 are requesting bids for the construction of two 3,000-gallon tactical water tenders built on District owned 6x6 chassis.

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON

IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF SNOHOMISH

Fall seeding alfalfa thoughts

Late summer can be an excellent time to establish alfalfa for a productive stands in 2015 growing season.

STATE OF WASHINGTON

AMENDED NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CHANGE/TRANSFER OF WATER RIGHT

Freedom Wrestling Academy unveils new building

MOSES LAKE - A new era for Freedom Wrestling Academy began Saturday when the club's new location was unveiled.

Los Lobos rocks Centennial Amphitheater

MOSES LAKE - The music was ear splitting, the crowd was raucous and the venue by the lake was packed, as Los Lobos rocked the stage Saturday night at the Centennial Amphitheater.

Renee Lynn Underhill

Renee Lynn Underhill (Bianco), 58, passed away Saturday, August 16, 2014 in Moses Lake, WA. She was born in Grand Junction, CO on August 14, 1956 to Nyla and Russell Bianco. Renee attended primary and secondary school in Glenwood Springs, CO and graduated from Saguaro High School in Scottsdale, AZ. In 1981 she moved to Anchorage where she came to love the Alaskan life. She taught her children and her friends' children to ski and swim, and took them camping every summer. She cared for her elderly friends, and adopted abandoned animals. Renee took pride in putting herself through school and earned her Bachelor of Finance degree from the University of Alaska in 1992. She worked in Mortgage Lending and Title for many years before becoming self-employed as a successful Real Estate Agent. She was married to John Underhill on February 14, 2004. Soon after, the two moved to Moses Lake, WA where Renee loved to garden, learned to can, and enjoyed the wonderful hot summers. Her retirement years were spent traveling the United States in an R.V. with her husband John and their two dachshunds, Rocky and Rosee. In 2004 she won the longest drive in the annual Eagles Club golf tournament. She loved golfing, traveling, and doting on her grandchildren Natalie and Charlotte. Her life was too short but she lives on in those that love her. Renee is preceded in death by her father, Russell E. Bianco. She is survived by her children, Jenelle Ottmar and Russell Anderson, her mother, Nyla Bianco, brothers Fredrick Thompson and Frank Bianco, sister Lori Bianco, and her loving husband John. Her wonderful spirit, kindness, and talents were celebrated in a memorial at the home of her daughter in Moses Lake. Her family would like to thank Samaritan Hospital and Assured Hospice for their kindness and care of a beloved lady.

Moses Lake man dies from injuries

MOSES LAKE - A Moses Lake man died on Sunday from injuries stemming from a Wednesday accident.

Tiddaly Diddaly's September 4th for Royal Slope Seniors

ROYAL CITY - The Royal Slope Seniors (RSS) will be traveling to Mattawa this Thursday, Sept. 4, to enjoy a noon lunch at Tiddaly Diddaly's.

Warden Community Days attracts crowd

WARDEN - Several people visited Warden Monday for the city's Community Days Celebration.

Quincy police officer injured in accident

QUINCY - A Quincy police officer was involved in an early morning accident on Friday.

Big Bend Vikings advance to semifinals of Highline Fall Classic

DES MOINES - Big Bend volleyball took its first step toward the playoffs this past weekend, beginning the season at the Highline Fall Classic.

Skills center opens for school year

Three sessions each school day at Columbia Basin Skills Center

MOSES LAKE - The global health students at the newly-opened Columbia Basin Skills Center were trying to induce a chemical reaction to produce ionized (and super-heated) gases.

RIGHT TO VOTE

Support for Dani Bolyard

As Americans we have rights - speech, press, assembly, bear arms, equal justice and own private property. We also have much loved and appreciated freedoms - travel, work, marry, education and selection of a political party.

Everyone is a little Seahawk crazy

GRANT COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE - Grant County Sheriff Tom Jones had scheduled a Town Hall Meeting in Ephrata for Thursday, Sept. 4, at 7 p.m.

Soy, grain markets tumbled Wednesday

Crop forecasts are again depressing grain and soy prices. The weekly USDA Crop Progress report boosted the corn crop rating 1% to 74% good-to-excellent, which is the second highest late-August reading since 1994. The prospect of huge fall yields, as well as industry forecasts to that effect, clearly undercut CBOT futures. December corn futures closed 11.75 cents lower at $3.52 Wednesday, while May lost 11.0 to $3.7375.

UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

FEDERAL ENERGY REGULATORY COMMISSION

Notice of Application & Proposed DNS

Notice is hereby given that a SEPA Checklist received by Grant County on August 27, 2014 from Lawrence Jacobsen (Designated Contact: Scott Rock, 1412 Fairway Dr. NE, Moses Lake) was found to be technically complete on August 28, 2014.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

Abbreviated Legal: Lt 177 Larson Sub., Grant Co., WA

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

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

CALL FOR BIDS

Grant County Fire Districts 10 and 11 are requesting bids for the construction of two 3,000-gallon tactical water tenders built on District owned 6x6 chassis. For specifications and Instructions to Bidders, contact Chief Brian Evans at 509-346-2658, Fax 509-346-2129, mail: Grant County Fire Districts 10 and 11 - P.O Box 220, Royal City, WA 99357, or email: chief@grantfire10.com. Sealed Bids, must be submitted no later than 12 Noon PST Monday October 6, 2014 with bid opening to follow.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

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

Ag markets diverged Tuesday morning

The corn market seems directionless at midday Tuesday. The Grain and soy futures began the week trading firmly, although there was little fresh news. Corn futures have since turned downward, possibly reflecting disappointment with the weekly Export Inspections report. Current Midwest rainfall may also be weighing on prices. December corn skidded 0.25 cent to $3.6425 late Tuesday morning, while May edged down 0.5 to $3.855.

Moses Lake girls soccer looks to defend league and district championships

MOSES LAKE - It's always difficult for the sequel to outdo the original.

Sip of the Slope starts long before September

ROYAL CITY - The Sip of the Slope may be a wine tasting festival at its root, but it's really much more than that.

Mattawa Council holds short meeting

MATTAWA - The latest Mattawa City Council meeting, on Aug. 21, was brief and uneventful.

Moses Lake man in accident did not wear seat belt

MOSES LAKE - A Moses Lake man involved in a rollover crash Thursday was not wearing his seat belt.

Juvenile crime continues to decline in Grant County

EPHRATA - Ahead of his November re-election bid, Prosecutor Angus Lee released statistics this week showing a steady decline in juvenile crime since he took office in 2009.

Patriot Day blood drive planned at fire station

MATTAWA - If you're wanting to do something meaningful on Patriot Day, Sept. 11, here's an idea.

AeroTEC lease approved by port commissioners

MOSES LAKE - AeroTEC will be able to move forward with plans to construct a new hangar at the Grant County International Airport.