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Desert Aire man found guilty of 2012 murder

EPHRATA — After a three-week trial and about a day and a half of deliberations a Grant County jury has found a Desert Aire man guilty of murdering a woman he was in a relationship with in 2012.

New Hope making a difference with domestic violence, sexual assault victims

Safe haven

MOSES LAKE — It’s the type of business you wish didn’t exist, not because they don’t do good work, but because of the reason for their services.

Royal Golf Association announces tournaments

ROYAL CITY — The Royal Golf Association has announced its tournament schedule. There aren’t as many events as in past years, but they are compelling.

Stolen items reportedly found in man's shoes

MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake man was arrested late Wednesday night after police reportedly found several stolen credit cards, identification cards and checks in his shoes.

Lady Chiefs put on solid showing at home

ML track

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake junior Elly Johnson stepped into the circle with the same attention to detail that’s made her one of the top 4A discus throwers in the state this season.

Bits and Pieces

History can be an interesting subject Bits and Pieces

This is a multi-part series about the past and present location of various businesses in Moses Lake, encouraged by a recent CBH article about visiting all of the local restaurants. Plus a letter to the editor, questioning some of the locations. Readers will find all parties may be correct at times and have some misconceptions at other times. Read on.

2 choices for the focus of our faith

Have you ever dropped a small piece of food on the floor, quickly picked it up, and then popped it into your mouth?

Moses Lake HS FFA plant sale Friday, Saturday

Money pays for FFA activities FFA plant sale

MOSES LAKE — McKenna Holman put her hands over her eyes and got out of the Moses Lake High School greenhouse. McKenna, an MLHS junior, just couldn’t be in the same greenhouse with the colorful array of petunias, geraniums and various flowers.

Dorothy R. Whitney

Dorothy R. Whitney, 89, Othello resident passed away Wednesday, April 27, 2016 at Avalon Care Center with family by her side.

Dave Graybill: The Fishin' Magician

Friday, April 29

Fresh News from MarDon

MarDon

At the Washington ABA Tournaments 2-1 day events, Saturday winners were the father-and-son team of Levi and 5-year-old Mason Meseberg, who brought 23.13 pounds to the scales. Thirty-two teams fished Saturday; there were 31 limits and the average fish weight was 3.49 pounds. On Sunday, winners were Aaron Echternkamp and Dave Kromm with 20.81 pounds. Mardon thanks Angie Dover and her team from the ABA.

Results of the opening day of lowland lake fishing

Fish and Wildlife has reported the results of last Saturday’s opening day of the fishing. The results were disappointing to some, but others were well satisfied.

Man sentenced for threatening repo agent with BB gun

EPHRATA — A Moses Lake man was sentenced for threatening a repossession agent with a BB gun.

Is there a God? Can the Bible be trusted?

When I was young, I remember my dad turning off the headlights of the car for a brief moment. It was pitch dark and impossible to see where we were going. When the lights came back on, I remember how thankful I was for the light shining ahead.

Superior Court of Washington

To: OSCAR ARTHUR MIDDLETON, Father

PUBLIC NOTICE

The East Columbia Basin Irrigation District will be making aquatic herbicide treatments beginning in May 2016 and continuing through the end of the 2016 irrigation season. These herbicide treatments will be made pursuant to a Department of Ecology NPDES General Permit for Aquatic Weed Control in Irrigation Systems (Permit No. WAG-991010).

AMENDED NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

Lot 1, Block 2, BLUFF WEST MAJOR PLAT, according to the plat thereof recorded in Volume 25 of plats, pages 10 thru 14, records of Grant County, Washington

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD May 3, 2016 at 11:30 a.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata, WA to consider a budget extension request from Grant County Technology Services in the amount of $95,000.00 to purchase 40 Computer Systems that were not added to the Quadrennial Fund.

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LEGAL NOTICE

The Grant County Board of Health will hold a public hearing in the Public Works meeting room at 124 Enterprise St. SE in Ephrata on Wednesday, May 11, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. The purpose of the hearing will be to adopt Ordinance 16-2, (Fee Schedule). Anyone wishing to comment regarding this matter should appear at the meeting.

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON

To: UNKNOWN HEIRS, SPOUSE, LEGATEES, AND DEVISEES OF FIELDEN E. BEVENS; JOSEPH BEVENS; OCCUPANTS OF THE SUBJECT REAL PROPERTY; ALL OTHER UNKNOWN PERSONS OR PARTIES CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE, ESTATE, LIEN, OR INTEREST IN THE REAL ESTATE DESCRIBED IN THE COMPLAINT HEREIN

Newscast 2016-04-29

Friday, April 29, 2016

Council may standardize the look of commercial buildings • Safe haven: New Hope making a difference with domestic violence, sexual assault victims • Grant PUD claims Sunland homeowner agreement null and void • Royal superintendent placed on administrative leave • Moses Lake HS FFA plant sale Friday, Saturday • Stolen items reportedly found in man's shoes • 4 people injured in head-on collision in Ephrata • Wiggle Butt Sitters provides service with a smile and a wag • BBCC to host Health Care Studies Fair • Man sentenced for threatening repo agent with BB gun • Columbia Basin All Senior Picnic returns to Moses Lake June 22nd • Bits and Pieces: History can be an interesting subject • 2 choices for the focus of our faith • Is there a God? Can the Bible be trusted? • Lady Chiefs put on solid showing at home • Quincy holds off Othello in CWAC soccer match • Fresh News from MarDon • Dave Graybill: The Fishin' Magician • Results of the opening day of lowland lake fishing

Moses Lake man sentenced for robbery

EPHRATA — A Moses Lake man was sentenced for robbing a man at knife-point after the victim paid to have sex with a woman he was with.

WSDOT studies cold train potential

OLYMPIA — Washington produce growers could have another option for getting their goods to market, if there is sufficient demand to revitalize a rail shipping program that was discontinued four years ago.

Moses Lake Leos recognized for service

LEO club

MOSES LAKE — Youth doesn’t have to be a barrier to making a difference in the world.

Big Bend stumbles against CBC, falls in NWAC East standings

MOSES LAKE — Big Bend tumbled down the standings of the NWAC East after a pair of losses to Columbia Basin.

Myths And Facts About LASIK

(NAPSI)—For those with vision correction needs, the daily rituals required in order to see clearly with glasses or contacts can be a real struggle. So it isn’t surprising that so many people consider LASIK as an attractive alternative to treat their vision correction issues. Although it is incredibly popular, LASIK is surprisingly misunderstood. Like many things that make their way into cultural norms, LASIK’s prevalence and success have led to the rise of many myths about the procedure. If you are among the millions considering LASIK, the American Refractive Surgery Council is here to dispel some common myths about the laser vision correction surgery:

Preaching righteousness not easy

Thank you once again pastors for your enlightenment by the gospel. I enjoy reading what you write each week and was especially drawn to the statement of bondage to sin. Coming at a time in history where we are calling evil good and good evil, where alternative lifestyles are more accepted than a righteous lifestyle this statement seems very timely. It must be difficult to preach against sin. I just have one word of caution when we transition from the bondage of sin to grace through faith. It can be very difficult to go from sin to grace through faith without being deceived by righteousness through the works of the law. It is easy to believe we can please God by following the law rather than by faith. When we realize that faith reveals God’s will then we can pursue righteousness through the knowledge of his will rather than the knowledge of good and evil seeking to be like God through our works.

Manta Ray Aquatics hosts IMX Pentathlon

MOSES LAKE — Manta Ray Aquatics hosted the first ever IMX Pentathlon at the Tony St. Onge Aquatic Center this past weekend.

Mississippi's law is being misinterpreted by the media

When Mississippi governor Phil Bryant signed the Protecting Freedom of Conscience from Government Discrimination Act earlier this month, the storm of opprobrium from the other 49 states was overwhelming. The new law, which specifically ensures the rights of religious organizations and individuals to adhere to their beliefs without government punishment, was immediately excoriated as an “anti-LGBT hate law” in the national press. Some compared the law to a resurgence of the Jim Crow laws that enforced segregation half a century ago. Dire warnings of LGBT people losing their jobs, being denied housing, and even being turned away from emergency medical treatment filled the air. Tellingly, nearly every news article about the law put the words “religious freedom” in quotation marks, as if to indicate that such freedom doesn’t really exist. Businesses have announced that they will not expand into Mississippi and musicians have canceled performances there.

Bad restroom experience not the state's fault

I read Shari Laibl’s letter, posted on April 18, and I understand why she is upset. It must have been very shocking to her family to have a man walk in while they were using the restroom at Blue Heron Park. Laibl’s letter explains that the “Men” and “Women” signs were removed from the restrooms, and she links this to a lack of morality in Washington’s government. The problem here is that the state government had nothing to do with that man walking into that restroom.

April 28, 2016

Processing walleye wings, cheeks, ribs and eggs

This is the second part of a two-part series about processing walleye.

Profiting from dairy pollutants

Dairy research

PULLMAN — A professor at Washington State University is researching the best ways for dairies to manage their cow manure.

North students enjoy Donuts for Dads

Donuts for dads

MOSES LAKE — Students and North Elementary were thrilled to welcome their dads and other male role models into their school for the Donuts for Dads event.

Police investigating weekend shooting in Moses Lake

No reported injuries, suspect has not been identified

MOSES LAKE — Police are investigating an early morning shooting that damaged two houses and a truck in Moses Lake over the weekend.

Not inevitable

No matter what the “Trump News Network” (Fox News) tells us daily, it is not inevitable that Donald Trump will be the Republican nominee for president. If he does not receive the required 1,237 delegates by the July convention, he could easily lose on a second ballot to Ted Cruz because the delegates would no longer be bound to support him. Hopefully they would see how suicidal it would be to nominate a candidate with such high unfavorable poll numbers who would lose to Hillary Clinton by double digits. It could also mean big losses in Congress. If we want to avoid a total drop off the cliff of socialism, we need to nominate a strong Constitutional conservative Christian who will fight to protect our rights and slow down the growth of government. Ted Cruz would destroy Hillary in both the debates and in the election. Make sure to send a message to the Republican Party and delegates in the upcoming primary that we can register our disgust with the establishment without nominating a childish reality star who will lose badly. Instead we can nominate Ted Cruz who will be ready on Day 1 and will beat Hillary.

Local news is the heartbeat of the Columbia Basin Herald

I had an interesting conversation with a woman the other day. This particular conversation struck me as a bit odd because she thought the Herald used too much news from the wire services.

Royal superintendent Search placed on administrative leave

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON

TO: JANIS M. HOYEZ, PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF DEBRA J. HOYEZ

NOTICE OF SALE OF COUNTY TAX TITLE PROPERTY

Lots 1 to 8, Block 17 and Lots 1 to 11, Block 32 Salome

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY

13470 Road 10 Northeast, Moses Lake, WA 98837

LEGAL NOTICE

Franklin County is soliciting proposals for Benefits Plan Consultant service.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY

13470 Road 10 Northeast, Moses Lake, WA 98837.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Newscast 2016-04-28

Thursday, April 28, 2016

Moses Lake man sentenced for robbery • Police investigating weekend shooting in Moses Lake • Good news, bad news in March employment figures • Moses Lake Leos recognized for service • Warden Distinguished Young Woman program friday • North students enjoy Donuts for Dads • Profiting from dairy pollutants • Asparagus on the Wahluke Slope • Farm loans available to women and minorities • Clay: Processing walleye wings, cheeks, ribs and eggs • Big Bend stumbles against CBC, falls in NWAC East standings • Manta Ray Aquatics hosts IMX Pentathlon

Learning to live in a Technical World

TSA Convention

MATTAWA — Jessica Arellano from Wahluke High School and Wahluke Junior High School’s Natalia Nevarez will attend the Technology Student Association National Convention this summer as a result of their efforts at the state TSA Convention recently.

WSU researchers aim to make farming more efficient

WSU farming

PULLMAN, Wash. — Washington State University researchers are seeking new ways to increase efficiency of water use in agriculture.

Royal Golf season kick off on May 14

ROYAL CITY — The Royal Golf Association has announced its tournament schedule. There aren’t as many events as in past years, but they are compelling.

April 27, 2016

Newspapers in Education Golf Tournament looking for sponsors

NIE tournament

MOSES LAKE — Golfers will tell you it’s a lot easier to read the newspaper than it is to read a putt, but the Columbia Basin Herald is providing a format to do both at the Newspapers in Education Golf Tournament June 16 at the Moses Lake Golf Club.

Robert Joseph Volke, Jr.

December 27, 1958 – April 17, 2016

December 27, 1958 – April 17, 2016

Citizen tips lead to arrest of theft suspect in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE — Citizen tips led to the arrest of an alleged thief in Moses Lake on Tuesday.

Ephrata wins crucial CWAC game at Othello

Ephrata baseball

OTHELLO — The final Central Washington Athletic Conference baseball standings won’t be decided until the final out is recorded in the final game Saturday afternoon.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON

To: Leland H. Knapp, IV, Father

Study: Best Hope for potassium and Fiber Missing in Children's Diets is the One Vegetable They're Least Likely to Ignore: Potatoes

U.S. children are not consuming enough vegetables, resulting in an inadequate intake of key nutrients, including potassium and dietary fiber, which are important for growth, development and overall health.

Newscast 2016-04-27

Wednesday, April 27, 2016

Soap Lake School District replacement levy passes • Newspapers in Education Golf Tournament looking for sponsors • WSU researchers aim to make farming more efficient • Veloz named sergeant at Othello PD • Citizen tips lead to arrest of theft suspect in Moses Lake • Othello pursuing bond refinance for Main Street bonds • Ephrata wins crucial CWAC game at Othello • Second-half flurry pushes Othello past Selah

Salmonella warning chicks, ducklings carry disease

MOSES LAKE — Spring is in full swing, and the Grant County Health District (GCHD) is cautioning residents to reduce the risk of salmonella exposure by being careful around ducklings, chicks and other live poultry.

Port receives nearly $1M WSDOT grant for rail project

MOSES LAKE — The Port of Moses Lake officially accepted a $990,000 grant offer from the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) Monday for engineering and right-of-way purchase for all three segments of its Northern Columbia Basin Railroad (NCBR) Project.

Back to your roots

Library lectures

MOSES LAKE — Discovering local history and getting it down will be the subject of two lectures, one Tuesday and one Wednesday, at local public libraries.

Youth Law Enforcement Camp coming this summer

Application deadline May 6

OLYMPIA — Washington State high school juniors and seniors with an interest in law enforcement as a career will have an opportunity to learn about it at a summer camp.

Soap Lake School District replacement levy passes

EPHRATA — On its second and final ballot appearance for the year, the Soap Lake School District’s proposed four-year replacement maintenance and operations (M&O) levy was approved by district voters.

Never too late

Senior prom

EPHRATA — It’s prom. Pretty girls in pretty dresses, handsome guys in tuxedos and suits, corsages, pictures and a special dinner. The ladies at Garden Oasis Assisted Living in Ephrata got out their pretty dresses, the guys got out their suits and the kitchen staff fixed a special dinner Friday night. It was prom.

April 26, 2016

Ask the Addict: What causes addiction?

New column

In a single word: Pain; to be exact, pain avoidance/elimination. There are books, seminars and college courses that go into thorough examination of this question but the bottom line is pain. Pain, however, is a complex word that includes physical, emotional, mental and spiritual types and encompasses discomfort of all types: stress, worry, wounds, grief, anxiety, annoyance, sorrow, hunger, depression, humiliation, etcetera. Almost all addicts are simply in the process of pain reduction or elimination. What might start as a helpful medicine turns into an addiction due primarily to the combination of lack of education, lack of self-discipline and/or lack of boundaries as in the case of children or teens. A move from extreme pleasure to slightly comfortable can be experienced as a sort of pain. “Coming down or crashing” feels a lot like pain even though most people would call this feeling “normal.” When an addict is used to feeling euphoric; feeling “normal” feels painful and this pain encourages more “medicine.”

A feast fit for a (prom) queen

Prom dinner

I was asked to help fix a meal for a group of teenagers going to the prom recently. After some back and forth about what we might be making, we settled on making, amongst other things, a pot roast, roasted red potatoes with rosemary, glazed carrots and peas, and cheesecake bites.

Moses Lake man charged with kidnapping infant

EPHRATA — A Moses Lake man allegedly took an infant girl from a house where he was staying without permission from the girl’s parents.

Jolene Garn Nordal

January 13, 1942 – April 14, 2016

Judge denies motion to dismiss Bennett murder charge

Dismissal denied

EPHRATA — A Grant County Superior Court judge denied a motion to dismiss a murder charge against an Ephrata man.

Othello softball splits slug-fest at Selah

SELAH — Othello bounced back from an opening game 6-8 loss to earn an 18-11 nightcap victory over the Selah Vikings,

NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION

GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY

TO:  ALEXIS SHEETS

Notice of Application

Project: A Short Subdivision of 2 parcels totaling approximately 80.67 acres into three (3) lots.

April 26, 2016

Quincy man dies in crash • Grudge Match: Knights & Warriors face off on the pitch once again.... • Royal fifth-, fourth-graders compete at Math is Cool • Desert Aire man found guilty of 2012 murder • Men's golf league: Another shift in the standings • Living with Faith: Is a wrong burger a reason for assault? • Wind Valley Scripture Scholars capture National Bible Bowl • Royal tracksters fare well • Sweet Revenge: Wahluke wins Royal soccer rematch, 2-1 • Royal Golf's Open House tourney coming up • Mother's Day Weekend events offered in Moses Lake and Ephrata • 'Widow Tax': Inslee signs Manweller's legislation into law • Royal City may add electronic bill pay • April 22 Wahluke Junior High School Students of the Week • Asparagus on the Wahluke Slope part of growing national trend • Farm loans available to women and minorities • WSDOT studies cold train potential • CB Tech celebrates Jobs for Washington Graduates program launch • Salmonella warning: Chicks, ducklings carry disease • Quincy approves street closures for Dru Gimlin tournament • March Royal students of month named • Royal Golf Association announces tournaments

Tuesday, April 26, 2016

Garden Oasis holds Senior Prom • Port receives nearly $1M WSDOT grant for rail project • Judge denies motion to dismiss Bennett murder charge • Back to your roots: Professor will talk about tracing local history in Moses Lake, Ephrata • Herald launches 'Ask the Addict' column • Soap Lake schools' levy re-run election ends tonight • Moses Lake man charged with kidnapping infant • Ask the Addict: What causes addiction? • Othello softball splits slug-fest at Selah

Glowicki hits walk-off, Big Bend Sweeps Wenatchee Valley

BBCC baseball

MOSES LAKE - Sam Glowicki's Big Bend Community College teammates waited patiently for him to finish up with his interview before luring him a few steps away from the dugout, before hammering him with what was left in the water jug.

Distinguished Young Women show their stuff

Distinguished Young Women

MOSES LAKE — The fire department places a maximum on the number of people who can fit into the Moses Lake High School auditorium, a maximum that was nearly met Saturday night. Fortunately, there is no cap on the amount of beauty, talent and achievement that can be packed into the building. If there were, the seven young ladies who participated in the Distinguished Young Women pageant would undoubtedly have exceeded it.

Facility discussions continue at school district open forum

MLSD

MOSES LAKE — Facility options and bond discussions again highlighted the topics of conversation at the Moses Lake School District’s (MLSD) fifth community forum of the school year Thursday at Peninsula Elementary.

Wahluke's Daniella Mendoza places third

Wahluke golf

MATTAWA — The Wahluke High School golf teams had their first SCAC matches last week against Zillah and Goldendale, and it was a good day for Daniella Mendoza.

Enjoy A New Thriller

(NAPSI)—“

No deje que su carro empeore sus alergias

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Prep roundup: Ephrata edged by East Valley 2-1

EPHRATA — Armando Farias scored in the 75th minute, but Ephrata’s comeback fell short against East Valley 2-1.

CB Tech celebrates JWG program launch

New curriculum aims to make students hirable CB Tech

MOSES LAKE — A group of students and local dignitaries gathered at Columbia Basin Technical Skills Center (CB Tech) Friday to witness the initiation and induction ceremony for the center’s Jobs for Washington’s Graduates (JWG) program.

April 25, 2016

Deputies seeking high speed pursuit suspect

GEORGE — The Grant County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect who allegedly stole a motorcycle from the Beverly area and led police on a high speed chase on Sunday.

Skinner, Ries dominate in sweep of Eastmont

ML Softball

MOSES LAKE — “I don’t think they’re used to the ball being put in play,” an Eastmont coach cracked Friday afternoon.

LEGAL NOTICE

Moses Lake Grid Kids will hold a Board Meeting and Election of Officers on May 2, 2016 at 6:30 pm at the Moses Lake High School Main Gym.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

Abbreviated Legal: LOT 10, BLK 2, WESTLAKE SHORES PH 2; GRANT CO., WA

Public Notice

Grant County Mosquito Control District #1 Board of Trustees has rescheduled their April 26, 2016 board meeting to May 3, 2016.  For questions, please call (509) 765-7731.

WSU Apple Gets a Fresh Start Marketed As Sunrise Magic

Sunrise Magic is the new consumer-selected brand name for WSU’s WA 2 apple, a cross between Splendour and Gala. 

Newscast 2016-04-25

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Monday, April 25, 2016

CB Tech celebrates JWG program launch • Larson Heights jogathon gets kids, parents moving • Distinguished Young Women show their stuff • Deputies seeking high speed pursuit suspect • Online tutorial services offered through public library • Moses Lake man sentenced for attempting to elude police • Band of brothers: Air Force brass quintet performs in Moses Lake • Conservation District to host VSP meeting Tuesday • Facility discussions continue at school district open forum • Glowicki hits walk-off, Big Bends weeps Wenatchee Valley • Moses Lake stays unbeaten in CBBN: Skinner, Ries dominate in sweep of Eastmont • Prep roundup: Ephrata edged by East Valley 2-1

Samaritan set to launch cardiac rehab program

Cardiac rehab program

MOSES LAKE – Thanks in part to a $105,000 donation from the Samaritan Healthcare Foundation, Samaritan hospital is gearing up to launch a new cardiac rehabilitation program this spring.

Text-to-911 service now available in Grant County

MOSES LAKE — People in Grant County can now text their emergencies to the Multi Agency Communications Center (MACC) in Moses Lake.

Miller's Fine Jewelers reputation built on trust

Millers Fine Jewelry

MOSES LAKE — Fine jewelry doesn’t necessarily mean expensive in Todd Leavitt’s opinion. It means quality.

Stacey's Pace 5K set for end of the month

ROYAL CITY — The Stacey’s Pace 5K run has been scheduled for Saturday, April 30, at 9 a.m. at the Royal High School Track.

Global Agricultural Information Network (GAIN) reports

 Global Agricultural Information Network (GAIN) reports were released on Friday, April 22, 2016.

Congress Should Make It Easier for Taxpayers Who Still File by Mail

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Ten Ways To Get Prepared For Planting

(NAPSI)—When the weather warms, many people's thoughts turn to how to make sure their yard is in tip-top shape for planting. These 10 tips can help get your garden off to a great start:

Three Ways To Improve Your Spring Workout

(NAPSI)—As the weather improves, spring is the perfect time to ease back into working out. “The sooner you start, the easier it is to achieve your goal,” explains Tom Holland, exercise physiologist and Bowflex Fitness Advisor. “Small changes spread out over more time is the secret to success.” Holland recommends these three ways to improve your spring exercise routine.

3 Ways to Find Financial Happiness This Year

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Weed Out Gardening Injuries this Spring

(Family Features) Gardening has many health benefits, but you need to ensure that you're not putting undue strain on your body.

5 Tips to Remove the 'Pain' from Painting

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Fire destroys several small structures in Moses Lake Sunday

MOSES LAKE — Several small structures were destroyed in a fire in Moses Lake on Sunday.

Royal boys slug Warden, 7-0

Royal soccer

ROYAL CITY — By a surprising score, Royal High knocked off Warden last week in SCAC soccer, 7-0. The Knights followed up with a 3-1 victory over Naches.

God will be there for you when you seek Him

Living with Faith

Today I had the privilege of being with my daughter during my granddaughter’s tonsil and adenoid surgery. This procedure is the end of a three-year journey of ear infections and sickness.

Child finds live ammunition at North Elementary School

No weapon found and nobody hurt

WSU researchers aim to make farming more efficient

PULLMAN, Wash. — Washington State University researchers are seeking new ways to increase efficiency of water use in agriculture.

Transient charged with residential burglary, malicious mischief

Transient charged

EPHRATA — A homeless man allegedly told police he broke into a laundry room at a Moses Lake residence because people were chasing him.

Grant County business owners make trade mission to Korea

Trade to Korea

MOSES LAKE — Owners from five Grant County-based businesses will have the opportunity to directly introduce eastern Washington products to markets abroad during an eight-day trade mission to South Korea next week.

Royal City SummerFest set for July 8-10

A Knight on the Beach

ROYAL CITY — You could say this year’s Royal City SummerFest – A Knight on the Beach – is for people who dream of faraway places with sand and surf.

CBHA focuses on immunizations

Dr. Al Atfeh

MATTAWA — The Columbia Basin Health Association (CBHA) is joining with hundreds of communities across the United States this week to highlight the importance of protecting infants from vaccine-preventable diseases.

Religion or faith? An important question

It may seem an odd question, “religion or faith?” But I believe it drives to the heart of a matter which makes Christian faith different from the religions in this world.

Dave Graybill: The Fishin' Magician

Friday, April 22

A lesson learned from Shrek and Princess Fiona

In mid-March, the Basin Community Theater presented “Shrek the Musical” to patrons within the greater Moses Lake area.

Ephrata track teams dominate CWAC meet

Ephrata track

EPHRATA — Ephrata’s Hagan Nelson and Ethan Green went shoulder-to-shoulder down the back stretch, powering into a headwind on the final curve, clearly the class of the 800-meter field Thursday afternoon at the Central Washington Athletic Conference meet.

Joanne Zanter

February 20, 1920 – April 14, 2016

Jose Aguilar Aguilar found guilty of murder

EPHRATA — Following a three-week trial and about a day and a half of deliberations a Grant County jury has found a Desert Aire man guilty of murdering a woman he was in a relationship with in 2012.

Passover, slavery and freedom through Christ

Today is Passover in the Jewish calendar (April 22, 2016). Jesus died on Passover. The word Passover comes from the time when God delivered the Israelites from slavery in Egypt.

Opening day of lowland lake fishing tomorrow

This is it…the big weekend, with many Columbia Basin lakes opening tomorrow morning at 12:01 a.m. Although many Basin lakes are open year round and some open on March1 and still more on April 1, this is what most anglers call the opener.

Fresh News from MarDon

The 34th Potholes Open Bass Tournament was a delightful event. Bass fishing families from all over the Northwest participated. One very special guest from Lake Fork, Texas, drove his bass boat to enjoy fishing this 2016 event. He was club president in the early years with the Potholes Bass Club. Today he owns Angler’s Custom Rods and he donated two “Gary Lamar Memorial Fishing Rods.”

April 22, 2016

Ephrata Police Department

A lesson learned from Shrek and Princess Fiona

In mid-March, the Basin Community Theater presented “Shrek the Musical” to patrons within the greater Moses Lake area.

Potato farmers support charities

Money donated to cancer research, potatoes to food banks Charitable potatoes

MOSES LAKE — Food banks, cancer research and cooking classes are among the charitable activities supported by potato farmers in 2016.

Construction projects in Moses Lake booming

MOSES LAKE — With the third largest lake in Washington state and numerous commercial and residential opportunities, Moses Lake is in high demand both as a place to live and play.

Claudette Schlaefli

Claudette Schlaefli, 84, Moses Lake resident, passed away Wednesday, April 20, 2016 at Brookdale Hearthstone, her family at her side. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a note for family at www.kayserschapel.com. Arrangements are in care of Kayser’s Chapel & Crematory.

Jeanine Weichel

Jeanine Weichel, 35, Moses Lake resident, passed away Monday, April 18, 2016 at her home.

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON

To: UNKNOWN HEIRS, SPOUSE, LEGATEES, AND DEVISEES OF FIELDEN E. BEVENS; JOSEPH BEVENS; OCCUPANTS OF THE SUBJECT REAL PROPERTY; ALL OTHER UNKNOWN PERSONS OR PARTIES CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE, ESTATE, LIEN, OR INTEREST IN THE REAL ESTATE DESCRIBED IN THE COMPLAINT HEREIN

Superior Court of Washington

To: OSCAR ARTHUR MIDDLETON, Father

PUBLIC NOTICE

The East Columbia Basin Irrigation District will be making aquatic herbicide treatments beginning in May 2016 and continuing through the end of the 2016 irrigation season. These herbicide treatments will be made pursuant to a Department of Ecology NPDES General Permit for Aquatic Weed Control in Irrigation Systems (Permit No. WAG-991010).

Newscast 2016-04-22

Friday, April 22, 2016

Jose Aguilar Aguilar found guilty of murder • Text-to-911 service now available in Grant County • Construction projects in Moses Lake booming • MLCA students practice budgeting, financial planning skills • Potato farmers support charities • Miller's Fine Jewelry's reputation built on trust • Funding for final Grain Inspection and Stockyards Protection Administration rule revoked • Ephrata council considers nuisance ordinance changes • Expansion of Life Flight in Moses Lake on track • Quincy woman charged with vehicular manslaughter • New Washington hemp law clashes with federal laws • BBCC job fair trrgets pathway employers • Child finds live ammunition at North Elementary School • Help sought finding dog lost at fire scene • Grant County business owners make trade mission to Korea • Bits and Pieces: North-south road proposed in 1952 • A lesson learned from Shrek and Princess Fiona • Passover, slavery and freedom through Christ • Religion or faith? An important question • Transient charged with residential burglary, malicious mischief • Quincy falls to Toppenish in shootout • Ephrata track teams dominate CWAC meet • Fresh News from MarDon • Opening day of lowland lake fishing tomorrow • Dave Graybill: The Fishin' Magician

'Bandstand Boogie' rounds out Concert Association season Saturday

Concert Association

Season tickets on sale for 2016-17

Big Bend Community College unveils its new Medical Simulation Lab

Medical Simulation Lab

MOSES LAKE — The grand opening for a new medical simulation lab at Big Bend Community College that uses manikins enhanced with technology to provide lifelike training for health care professionals was held April 7.

Quincy approves street closures for Dru Gimlin tournament

QUINCY — The annual Dru Gimlin three-on-three basketball tournament will hit the streets of downtown Quincy for the 13th year on June 4.

Distinguished Young Women set for Saturday

Seven girls to compete for title Saturday Distinguished Young Women

MOSES LAKE — Seven girls will compete for the title of Moses Lake Distinguished Young Woman at 7 p.m. Saturday at the Moses Lake High School theater, 803 East Sharon Ave.

It's time to Makeover Mattawa Help choose a new city design at meeting this Saturday

Makeover Mattawa

MATTAWA — Makeover Mattawa, which is a combined effort between the City of Mattawa and Wahluke Schools, may take a giant leap forward this Saturday.

Restroom rules should reflect common sense

Until you have experienced it yourself, you cannot imagine the horror of taking your little granddaughters to the restroom in Moses Lake’s Blue Heron Park. This afternoon, April 18, 2016 was the first time we have been to a public restroom since the state decided to play political correctness at our expense. My 8-year-old and 4-year-old granddaughters needed to use the restroom. We saw there was no “women’s” or “men’s” rooms, only “restroom” on the two doors. The girls had to go and it appeared safe enough at first so I took them inside. Both toilets were filthy but after flushing and wiping them down the older girl went first. Then, the 4-year-old had to go. Right in the middle of her business, a big burly man walked right in. There are not even locks on the door or a vacancy sign to put in place. Both little girls were so traumatized they screamed all the way to the car. They were totally hysterical, as was I.

Ephrata man charged with burglary, firearm theft

EPHRATA — A Ephrata man was charged after allegedly entering a Ephrata home through an unlocked door, stealing a pistol and sleeping in the victim’s bed.

April 21, 2016

Processing a limit of walleye

This is the first of a two-part series about cleaning walleye.

Political reporting: definitely maybe

If someone had asked me a year ago if I wanted to be a political reporter after college, I probably would have wrinkled my nose as if the word political smelled bad and said “not likely.” Now after completing an internship as a political reporter in Olympia, my answer has changed to a strong “definitely maybe.”

A few corrections to restaurant locations

I read the article about the Bushes and the Wests. I did not know there were that many eating places in Moses Lake, but I did notice that some of their old locations were incorrect. For example, OK Tire was not where Taco Time is; it was Cook’s Phillips 66 service station. Tsunami Sushi was the second post office location; I don’t know about a jewelry store. The J’s Teriyaki was Fultz Rexall Drug before it moved where the Red Door is now and then it was Myra’s Dress Shop. Just a point of interest, the post office is in its fourth location.

President Obama's big increase of new regulations

Even though President Barack Obama has less than a year remaining in office, his administration is cranking out new government regulations at record pace.

Early morning fire chars building in Moses Lake

Fire wednesday morning

MOSES LAKE — A fire damaged a building early Wednesday morning near Moses Lake. Crews were at the scene until around noon.

Port adds 2 consultants for business development, marketing

MOSES LAKE — The Port of Moses Lake recently acquired the services of two independent contractors, one who is stationed in Japan, to help with business development and marketing efforts.

Warden routs River View, finishes 6-0 against SCAC East

Warden softball

WARDEN — At this rate, the South Central Athletic Conference might not let Warden rejoin next year.

Volena Dunn

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

LOT 36, THREE RIVERS CROSSING DIVISION 2, PHASE 3, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME D OF PLATS, PAGE 388, RECORDS OF FRANKLIN COUNTY, WASHINGTON. More commonly known as: 6309 CASHMERE LANE, PASCO, WA 99301

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY

13470 Road 10 Northeast, Moses Lake, WA 98837

NOTICE OF SURPLUS PROPERTY

Booker Auction

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

LOT(S) 11, BROADMOOR ESTATES PHASE 4, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME D OF PLATS, PAGE(S) 353, RECORDS OF FRANKLIN COUNTY, WASHINGTON. APN: 115382115/092908-21-BRDES4-000-01100 More commonly known as 9010 WELLINGTON DRIVE, PASCO, WA 99301

NOTICE OF SALE OF COUNTY TAX TITLE PROPERTY

Lots 1 to 8, Block 17 and Lots 1 to 11, Block 32 Salome

Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District

Notice is hereby given that the Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District (MLIRD) is accepting applications for its Small Purchase Roster for the year 2016.

LEGAL NOTICE

COLLECT PURPOSE.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON

To: To Whom It May Concern/Unknown Fathers

Notice of Trustee's Sale

Abbreviated Legal: Lot 1, Block 2, Sagemoor Park Addition, Franklin County, WA

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

LOT 54, LINDA LOVIISA PHASE 2, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME D OF PLATS, PAGE 357 AND 358, RECORDS OF FRANKLIN COUNTY, WASHINGTON. APN: 117330234 More commonly known as 4315 DES MOINES LANE, PASCO, WA 99301

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY

13470 Road 10 Northeast, Moses Lake, WA 98837.

CALL FOR BIDS

The bids received shall be for one New Motor Grader.

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON

In the Matter of the Estate of LOIS KLINDWORTH, Deceased.

Music great Prince dies at 57

Prince memorial

Prince, one of the bestselling pop artists of all time, died Thursday morning in his home recording studio in Chanhassen, Minn.

Newscast 2016-04-21

Thursday, April 21, 2016

Sasquatch, Paradiso festivals among 2016 Gorge lineup • Early morning fire chars building in Moses Lake • Ephrata man charged with burglary, firearm theft • Distinguished Young Women set for Saturday • 'Bandstage Boogie' rounds out Concert Association season Saturday • Health District to provide youth services to Quincy • Port adds 2 consultants for business development, marketing • Quincy approves street closures for Dru Gimlin tournament • Clay: Processing a limit of walleye • Warden routs River View, finishes 6-0 against SCAC East

Sabey Data Centers steps up to help with improvements

Quincy Veterans Memorial

QUINCY — The tiles on the wall honor veterans dating all the way back to the Civil War. It seems only right that the local service groups will get a little help from one of the largest data center companies in town in maintaining the Veterans Memorial Park in Quincy.

Local Vietnam War-era veterans recognized

Vietnam Veterans

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) thanked area veterans of the Vietnam War era for their service to the United States with a recent ceremony at Pillar Rock Grill.

Sen. Warnick 'disappointed' by governor's vetoes on budget

Governor's vetoes

OLYMPIA — Gov. Jay Inslee vetoed more than 20 sections of the 2016 supplemental budget Monday.

MLSD chooses Spokane firm for pre-bond services

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake School District has enlisted Spokane-based NAC Architecture for pre-bond planning and support services to help the district explore in depth its three bond package proposals.

Inspiration For Your Next Vacation

(NAPSI)—Dreaming about a getaway can seem easier than planning one. From choosing a destination to narrowing down lodging and transportation, getting a vacation on the calendar takes some legwork. But once it's booked, you immediately reap the benefits. Experts say vacationers actually feel most happy before their trips thanks to the anticipation, according to a study in the journal Applied Research in Quality of Life. To help you enjoy the happy effects of travel planning, try these tools that can streamline the process.

What the H? Rhum Finally Arrives to the Cocktail Party

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Royal City clean-up this week

ROYAL CITY — There was not a lot of activity at the Royal City Council meeting of April 5, but there was important news.

BBCC Job & Career Fair set for April 21

BBCC career fair

MOSES LAKE — The Big Bend Job & Career Fair, one of the largest in Eastern Washington, will be held Thursday in the Advanced Technologies Education Center (ATEC) at Big Bend Community College.

Emma Villa takes second place

Wrestling Worlds

ROYAL CITY — Royal City 10-year-old Emma Villa finished second at her weight class at the Reno, Nevada Wrestling Worlds last weekend.

Watch out for erratic drivers

WENATCHEE — The Washington State Patrol has seen an increase in impaired driving incidents during daytime hours. It reminds motorists that if they see erratic or dangerous driving, to call 911.

An Eye To The Earth

(NAPSI)—A unique beauty treatment for the eye can help make the world a better-looking place. That’s because in honor of Earth Day, Kiehl’s Since 1851, the venerable purveyor of quality skin and hair care, will donate 100 percent of net profits, up to $50,000, from special editions of Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado to the not-for-profit Recycle Across America. The funds will be used to create standardized recycling labels for schools. Kiehl’s has already raised $300,000 for the organization.

April 19, 2016

It's time to Makeover Mattawa • Learning to live in a Technical World • A Knight on the Beach: Royal City SummerFest set for July 8-10 • Stacey's Pace 5K set for end of the month • CBHA focuses on immunizations • God will be there for you when you seek Him • Ailing WWII Vet from Desert Aire recalls contribution • Youth Law Enforcement Camp coming this summer • Big Bend Community College unvails its new Medical Simulation Lab • BBCC Job & Career Fair set for April 21 • Royal City clean-up this week • April 15 Wahluke Junior High School Students of the Week • Samaritan set to launch cardiac rehab program • Wahluke's Daniella Mendoza places third • Big Bend Community College announces honors lists • Royal Golf season kick off on May 14 • Matt Anderson takes tumble in standings • Royal boys slug Warden, 7-0

Royal City man charged for illegal pot grow

ROYAL CITY — A Royal City man was charged in Grant County Superior Court after an illegal marijuana growing operation was found on his property outside of Royal City two weeks ago.

Warden sweeps Kittitas by way of walk-off

Warden softball

Warden benefited from a pair of walk-offs against Kittitas to complete its sweep.

Vera Ann Mathews Hurd

Vera Ann Mathews Hurd, born April 7, 1934, died April 13, 2016. No further information was available at press time.

Beverly Jean Tolleson Mabe

Warden splits with Kittitas

Warden baseball

WARDEN — Shoddy defense and a lack of timely hitting doomed Warden in its 5-3 loss to Kittitas.

Masquers' 'Our Town' opens Friday

Classic drama looks at big issues through small-town lens Our Town

SOAP LAKE — The life of a small American town a long time ago – and the lessons it holds for everyone, regardless of when and where they live – is the subject of the latest production from the Masquers Theater. “Our Town” opens at 7:30 p.m. Friday at the theater, 322 East Main St., Soap Lake, and continues for three weekends.

Marian Laib

Marian Laib, 75, was welcomed into heaven on April 16, 2016, her loving family at her side. Services with burial at Sunset Memorial Gardens are being planned and will be announced when set.

NEWS RELEASE

NOTICE OF PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD April 26, 2016 at 8:30 a.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata, WA to consider an ordinance regarding procedural changes to Grant County Code 25.04 - “Local Project Review”.

LEGAL NOTICE

Ordinance No. 2806, Ordinance No. 2807, Ordinance No. 2808

Notice Of Public Hearing

Notice is hereby given that the City Council for the City of Soap Lake will hold a public hearing to consider the proposed City of Soap Lake 2016 Parks and Capital Improvement Program. An open public hearing will be held on Wednesday, April 20, 2016 at 5:30 pm in the Council Chambers at Soap Lake City Hall, 239 2nd Ave SE, Soap Lake, Washington.

City of Moses Lake

Notice of Application with Optional DNS

Press Release:

Candidate Filing Week begins Monday, May 16, 2016. Candidates filing in person will file at the Grant County Election Department located on the 2nd floor of the Courthouse, Room 203 beginning May 16th at 8:00 a.m. and continue through Friday May 20th at 5:00 p.m.

NOTICE OF ROAD CONSTRUCTION

Project: 20-NE Road CRP 15-06

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD May 3, 2016 at 11:30 a.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata, WA to consider a budget extension request from Grant County Technology Services in the amount of $95,000.00 to purchase 40 Computer Systems that were not added to the Quadrennial Fund.

LEGAL NOTICE

AT&T Mobility, LLC is proposing to modify a wireless telecommunications facility on an existing water tank located at 3500 Airway Drive, Moses Lake, Washington, 98337.

Notice of Application

PROJECT: A Short Subdivision of approximately 20.34 acres in order to create four (4) lots from one existing parcel in the Rural Residential 1 zoning district of Grant County

F-18 makes emergency landing at Grant County International

MOSES LAKE — An F-18 from Whidbey Naval Air Station was required to make an emergency landing at the Grant County International Airport Monday morning.

Monday, April 18, 2016

Sheriff Jones offers Larson progress report • Masquers' 'Our Town' opens Friday • Endeavor Archery Club takes skills to state competition • Moses Lake Health Challenge participants seeing results at mid-way point • AT&T contributes $30K to CB Tech for JWG program • Basin life: Drone on the range • Dogs converge at fairgrounds for exhibition • Prescription drug disposal site opens up in Othello • Warden sweeps Kittitas by way of walk-off • Warden splits with Kittitas • Big Bend splits with previously unbeaten YVCC

Moses Lake Industries wins Intel award

Intel award

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake Industries is a proven heavy hitter in an industry that includes conglomerate giants like Dow Chemical and Eastman Kodak.

Man, woman allegedly steal puppy from animal shelter

MOSES LAKE — A man and woman allegedly stole a puppy from an animal shelter in Moses Lake.

Matt Anderson takes the lead

ROYAL CITY — The newly-formed Royal Golf Club Men’s League has gotten off to a successful start, according to the golf shop manager.

Five Tips On Moving

(NAPSI)—According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 12 percent of Americans move to new homes every year. The next time you’re among them, you may be able to save time, trouble and money when you choose a professional mover—you won’t have to worry about renting equipment, paying hidden costs, handling heavy or bulky items and being responsible if something goes wrong.

Cinco consejos para el cuidado de los ojos

(NAPSM)—El Instituto Nacional del Ojo (NEI) le anima a que haga su salud ocular una prioridad y que tome cinco medidas importantes para proteger su vista.

Understanding the Yawn

(Family Features) Yawning is a natural part of everyday life, yet this simple phenomenon has some rather curious and mysterious features.

DIY From the Inside Out

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Felines and Fleas: A Dose of Prevention is Key

(Family Features) It’s a common belief that indoor cats don’t need protection from parasites, such as fleas. While cats that stay indoors are at lower risk than those who spend the majority of time outside, the potential still exists for infestation. Preventive care is the most important step cat owners can take to help ensure a long and healthy life for their furry friends.

Biblical to pay taxes

Living with Faith

Today I am getting all my paperwork together in anticipation of my yearly visit with my accountant. It is always a trying experience because I have to go through all my files and dig out the documents that the government requires.

Mechanical hedging trials yields positive results for fruit growers

Mechanical hedging

PULLMAN — Researchers from Washington State University (WSU) have found that mechanical hedging can be beneficial to fruit growing in the state.

Warden man sentenced for unlawful imprisonment, eluding

EPHRATA — A Warden man was sentenced for forcing a woman into a vehicle and leading police on a three county pursuit.

Royal soccer improves to 6-1-1

ROYAL CITY — Royal High had a strong week in soccer just before the spring break. The Knights won twice and tied once.

Arson suspects arrested in North playground fire

Arson suspects arrested

MOSES LAKE — Three teenagers were arrested on Wednesday as suspects in an arson last week at North Elementary School.

Health District will explore needle exchange program

Needle exchange

EPHRATA — Through the wonders of the world wide web, the world is at your fingertips. But for every light there is a darkness.

Mattawa Police: City suffers first drive-by in three years

MATTAWA — Mattawa Police Chief John Turley reported to the city council last week that the community suffered its first drive-by shooting in 39 months last week.

David Maurice Longmire

January 23, 1976 – April 12, 2016

Quincy retains Battle of the Basin trophy with 4-0 win

Battle of the Basin

EPHRATA — “Guerrero! Guerrero! Do you want me to go get it?” Johan Farias shouted to his head coach as the referee readied his whistle.

Great places to go for comfort, peace

I love my office at the parsonage. It is a retreat for me. I’ve collected a few special things and placed them in the space. They serve a great purpose.

The Fishin' Magician

Friday, April 15

Snowball bloom pretty but challenging

Blossom season

EPHRATA — It’s a beautiful blossom season out there this year in Washington’s apple country. It’s also an illustration that farming is hard.

Bits and Pieces

Roy Calvert’s orchestra to play old-time dance Bits and Pieces

Spring turkey season opens today

The spring turkey season is now open as of this morning, Friday, April 15, at 5:48 a.m. The season will continue through May 31.

Fresh News from MarDon

2016 is the 37th year MarDon Resort has hosted the Potholes Open Bass Tournament. Many fine memories come to mind of great bass catching and many dear friends. Saturday takeoff is at 9/10 a.m., and teams return to the weigh-in by 5:30/6:30 p.m. On Sunday takeoff is 6/6:30 a.m. and teams return to the fish scales at 11:30/12:30 p.m. The Potholes Bass Club has a wonderful raffle with amazing prizes. This event helps support the club’s activities. Fishers ranging from 12 years old to 78 years old enjoy this great event. Early pre-fishers have had excellent catches on practice Friday. Reports indicate many age classes of both largemouth and smallmouth basses. Fishers have reported smallmouth to seven pounds two ounces caught and released while pre-fishing and largemouth to six pounds four ounces. We are looking forward to the weigh-in to see some fine bass. Everyone is most welcome to come to the weigh-in and also to purchase raffle tickets to support the club. This event will see four decades of well-kept bass fishing boats.

Cody Keele

January 10, 1931 – April 8, 2016

Sharon Kay Svopa

May 31, 1943 – April 11, 2016

Moses Lake boys tennis team handles Davis 7-0

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake boys swept all four singles matches in straight sets as well as all three doubles matches to put away Davis in Columbia Basin Big Nine tennis action Thursday afternoon, while the girls fell to 2-6 on the year with a 5-2 loss.

April 15, 2016

Superior Court of Washington

To: OSCAR ARTHUR MIDDLETON, Father

CITY OF WARDEN

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held by the City Council, City of Warden, in the council chambers, 201 S. Ash Street, Warden, WA on April 26, 2016 at 7:00 PM.

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON

To: UNKNOWN HEIRS, SPOUSE, LEGATEES, AND DEVISEES OF FIELDEN E. BEVENS; JOSEPH BEVENS; OCCUPANTS OF THE SUBJECT REAL PROPERTY; ALL OTHER UNKNOWN PERSONS OR PARTIES CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE, ESTATE, LIEN, OR INTEREST IN THE REAL ESTATE DESCRIBED IN THE COMPLAINT HEREIN

Notice of Application

PROJECT: A Short Subdivision of a 17.33 acre parcel to create four (4) lots in the Urban Light Industrial Zone.

Newscast 2016-04-15

Newscast 2016-04-18

Friday, April 15, 2016

Health District will explore needle exchange program • Snowball bloom pretty but challenging • Mechanical hedging trials yields positive results for fruit growers • Arson suspects arrested in North playground fire • Park cleanup in Ephrata April 22 • Man, woman allegedly steal puppy from animal shelter • Warden man sentenced for unlawful imprisonment, eluding • Moses Lake Industries wins Intel award • Bits and Pieces: Roy Calvert's orchestra to play old-time dance • Great places to go for comfort, peace • Moses Lake boys tennis team handles Davis 7-0 • Quincy retains Battle of the Basin trophy with 4-0 win • Fresh News from MarDon • Spring turkey season opens today • Dave Graybill: The Fishin' Magician

Ephrata man allegedly uses brother's name during DUI stop

EPHRATA — A Ephrata man allegedly identified himself as his brother during a DUI stop because he had prior DUI convictions and didn’t want to return to jail.

County shoreline plan will force removal of mooring buoys

Work on Crescent Bar upgrades could begin this fall PUD

EPHRATA — The Grant County PUD will be removing mooring buoys from the Columbia River during the spring, in an effort to bring the PUD’s lands into compliance with the new Grant County shoreline master plan.

New farm-related business features drones

Desert Aire Solutions

MATTAWA — Suk “Steve” Kim has turned his education from Washington State University and experiences in Iraq and Afghanistan into a new farm-related business based in Mattawa.

Council votes to reconfigure lanes on Division Street

Division Street

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake city councilmembers unanimously passed a resolution Tuesday night that will reconfigure the four lanes on Division Street to two lanes.

April 14, 2016

Christopher Dalluge

Christopher Dalluge, 43, a lifelong resident of Moses Lake passed away Sunday, April 10, 2016 at home. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m., Sunday, April 17, 2016 at the Moses Lake Presbyterian Church, 1142 W. Ivy Street.

Program details Washington agriculture and impact

Fine farm fare Washington Grown

MOSES LAKE — A weekly television program that highlights Washington agriculture was nominated for three Northwest Emmy awards.

Irene Johnson

October 9, 1932 – April 7, 2016

ML city council OKS 1.8 percent rate increases

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake City Council unanimously approved increasing water, sewer, stormwater and ambulance utility rates by 1.8 percent.

Judge Estudillo is not just a fill-in

There is one type of election where we, as voters, have a right to expect accuracy – elections for our judges.

Moses Lake man charged with assault, hit-and-run

EPHRATA — A Moses Lake man reportedly drove his vehicle into his neighbor’s car head-on after having delusions that his neighbor was trying to kill him.

Small business passing on Obamacare tax credits

It was shocking to read that a scant number of small businesses are taking advantage of federal tax credits designed to make health insurance more affordable.

Grant County Superior Court judge dismisses case against WinCo

EPHRATA — Grant County Superior judge John Knodell dismissed the case challenging plans to build a WinCo Foods store in Moses Lake, paving the way for the employee-owned grocery to move forward on construction, which will be located between Stratford Road and Central Drive, adjacent to Moses Lake Town Center.

Sharon Kay Svopa

Sharon Kay Svopa entered into eternity April 11, 2016 in Moses Lake, Wash. at the age of 73 from complications related to health.

David Longmire

David Longmire, 40, a resident of Moses Lake passed away Tuesday, April 12, 2016 at home.

Notice Of Public Hearing

Notice is hereby given that the City Council for the City of Soap Lake will hold a public hearing to consider the proposed City of Soap Lake 2016 Parks and Capital Improvement Program. An open public hearing will be held on Wednesday, April 20, 2016 at 5:30 pm in the Council Chambers at Soap Lake City Hall, 239 2nd Ave SE, Soap Lake, Washington.

Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District

Notice is hereby given that the Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District (MLIRD) is accepting applications for its Small Purchase Roster for the year 2016.

Newscast 2016-04-14

Thursday, April 14, 2016

Grant County Superior Court judge dismisses case against WinCo • MLSD to host open community forum April 21 • 'Washington Grown' tapped for 3 Northwest Emmys • Council votes to reconfigure lanes on Division Street • County shoreline plan will force removal of mooring buoys • Moses Lake man charged with assault, hit-and-run • ML city council OKs 1.8 percent rate increases • Ephrata man allegedly uses brother's name during DUI stop • Household hazardous waste disposal April 30 • Wild turkey legs are great eating • Big Bend settles for split with Walla Walla

2 new, 5 upgraded, substations on PUD construction schedule

Cost estimated at $23.9 million PUD construction

EPHRATA — Grant County PUD will be building two new substations and upgrading five more by the end of 2017. Construction will cost a maximum of $23.9 million.

AstaReal Technologies merger opens door to new possibilities

MOSES LAKE — AstaReal Inc. is always looking for ways to enhance its operations as a growing global leader in high quality natural astaxanthin. The merger between AstaReal Technologies Inc. in Moses Lake and AstaReal Inc. is expected to do just that.

Royal boys soccer win 3 straight in full week

ROYAL CITY — It was a long and successful week of soccer for Royal High last week as it swept three non-league matches.

Don't Let Your Car Make Your Allergies Worse

(NAPSI)—You don’t have to let the joys of warm weather driving be diminished by the irritating pollen and pollutants that can be drawn inside through your car’s air-conditioning and ventilation systems.

Three Steps To A New Home

(NAPSI)—Whether you’re diving into homeownership for the first time or looking to move into a larger or smaller home, here are the three things you should know before you begin your search this spring:

What You Need To Know About Duct Cleaning

(NAPSI)—According to the National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA), up to 40 pounds of dust is created annually in a typical six-bedroom home, which raises the question, is duct cleaning important to indoor air quality (IAQ)? The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reports duct cleaning has never been shown to actually prevent health problems. Neither do studies conclusively demonstrate that particle levels in homes increase because of dirty air ducts.

Marnie Skinner, big second inning propel Chiefs past Pirates

MOSES LAKE — Give Moses Lake an inch and it will take a mile.

Warden routs Royal in doubleheader

ROYAL CITY — A solid day from the dish helped Warden complete a sweep of Royal on the road.

Fumi Hara

Former Ephrata resident's legacy lives on in new law

Cancer victim legacy

SPOKANE — Jonathan Van Keulen experienced what many cancer patients have before him; he had a reaction to his cancer drugs and could not use them any more. His wife Becky couldn’t bring herself to throw out all the unused drugs, worth thousands of dollars, so the couple went to Olympia.

April 13, 2016

Osiel Valdez

Osiel Valdez, 56, passed away Wednesday, April 6, 2016 at his home in Moses Lake. Services will be announced at a later date. Arrangements are in care of Susan Freeman at Pioneer Memorial Services, Moses Lake.

April 13, 2016

Robert 'Rob' Weedmark

Robert “Rob” Weedmark, 56, a resident of Moses Lake and Store Manager for Oxarc passed away Thursday, April 7, 2016 at home.

David Longmire

David Longmire, 40, a resident of Moses Lake passed away Tuesday, April 12, 2016 at his home.

Moses Lake blanks Sunnyside, ends skid

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake head coach Rian Allred finally got those two good halves he’d been searching for.

LEGAL NOTICE

Lot 2, Block 4, Taggart Addition to the Town of Wilson Creek, according to the plat thereof recorded in Volume 1 of Plats, page 15, records of Grant County, Washington; Tax Parcel ID No.: 12-1536-000; commonly known as: 627 Sprague St, Wilson Creek, WA 98860

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Legal description: That portion of SURPLUS RIGHT-OF-WAY known as a portion of WESTSHORE DRIVE from 316.64 ft. northwesterly of Winesap Road to 1885 ft. northwest; of varying width; retaining for the County 40 ft. of right-of-way on the west side of Westshore Drive; as shown in attached RIGHT-OF-WAY VACATION EXHIBITS, A(1-3) and B-E, IN SECTION 19 T19N R28E.W.M ALL IN GRANT COUNTY, WA.

Study Finds Boomers Are Sinking Their Teeth Into Looking Younger

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Newscast 2016-04-13

Wednesday, April 13, 2016

AstaReal Techonlogies merger opens door to new possibilities • Former Ephrata resident's legacy lives on in new law • 2 new, 5 upgraded, substitutions on PUD construction schedule • Auction raises $24,000 for Ephrata chamber • Statewide distracted driving emphasis ends on Thursday • Moses Lake blanks Sunnyside, ends skid • Marnie Scinner, big second inning propel Chiefs past Pirates • Warden routs Royal in doubleheader

Fairfield Inn & Suites breaks ground in Moses Lake

New ML hotel

MOSES LAKE — Visitors in Moses Lake will soon have a new hotel option for their overnight stays.

Sen. Parlette retires after 20 years in legislature

Sen. Parlette retires

WENATCHEE — On the 20th anniversary of running for office for the first time, Sen. Linda Evans Parlette, R-Wenatchee, announced she would not seek reelection to her 12th District seat. 

Watch out for erratic drivers

WENATCHEE — The Washington State Patrol has seen an increase in impaired driving incidents during daytime hours. It reminds motorists that if they see erratic or dangerous driving, to call 911.

Warriors take 2 in baseball

Wahluke baseball

MATTAWA — A group that has struggled for single victories for more than two seasons, the Wahluke High baseball team pulled off a doubleheader sweep last week, 8-6 and 19-0, over the Royal junior varsity.

Royal girls finally get win in Connell game

ROYAL CITY — A lead-off home run and savvy base running, along with some tough pitching in bottom of the seventh inning gave Royal High School a 21-20 win and a split of a fastpitch doubleheader at Connell last week.

Private Security And Its Expanding Role In Law Enforcement

(NAPSI)—Having your identity stolen is an eye-opening experience. Even more eye-opening is the response you may get when calling police to report the crime. That’s because it’s become more common today to receive a follow-up visit at your home, not from that police agency, but from a representative of a private security firm specializing in identity theft.

Quincy Veterans Memorial Sabey Data Centers steps up to help with improvements

Quincy Veterans Memorial

QUINCY — The tiles on the wall honor veterans dating all the way back to the Civil War. It seems only right that the local service groups will get a little help from one of the largest data center companies in town in maintaining the Veterans Memorial Park in Quincy.

Reward offered for arrest of wanted Othello man

Do you know this man?

OTHELLO — A reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest of a Othello man who allegedly raped a young girl and is now on the run after he was released from jail on bail.

New Hope, BBCC offer free showing of 'The Hunting Ground'

BBCC free movie

MOSES LAKE — In support of Sexual Assault Awareness Month in April, Grant County’s New Hope Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault and Crime Victim Services is co-sponsoring a showing of the award-winning film “The Hunting Ground” with Big Bend Community College (BBCC) Student Clubs.

April 12, 2016

Christopher Dalluge

Christopher Dalluge, 43, a lifelong resident of Moses Lake, passed away Sunday, April 10, 2016 at home.

Jonathan Daniel Van Keulen

Jonathan Daniel Van Keulen, 31, died April 4, 2016 at his home in Spokane. Jonathan left behind an inspirational legacy that will be carried on by his wife, two young sons and an expansive group of family, friends and acquaintances.

Grant County Gourmet

Cougar Gold makes for genuine Washington cuisine Grant Co. Gourmet

We’ve been fans of Cougar Gold cheese for quite some time. When I started writing this piece, we had seven cans in the refrigerator of the stuff, the oldest can only dating from 2009. I won’t go into the history of Cougar Gold, being the flagship cheese of the WSU creamery program, except that most any alum of the school is quite proud of the stuff.

Royal City man charged for illegal pot grow

ROYAL CITY — A Royal City man was charged in Grant County Superior Court after an illegal marijuana growing operation was found on his property outside of Royal City two weeks ago.

Notice Of Public Hearing

Notice is hereby given that the City Council for the City of Soap Lake will hold a public hearing to consider the proposed City of Soap Lake 2016 Parks and Capital Improvement Program. An open public hearing will be held on Wednesday, April 20, 2016 at 5:30 pm in the Council Chambers at Soap Lake City Hall, 239 2nd Ave SE, Soap Lake, Washington.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY

TO: JEREMY MADEWELL and anyone claiming a paternal interest.

YOU ARE INVITED…TO JOIN US at PILLAR ROCK

COLVILLE TRIBES PROPOSED TRUCK STOP

April 12, 2016

Mattawa Police: City suffers first drive-by in three years • After more than a thousand homes, Desert Aire nearly complete • PUD fined $35,000 for Priest Rapids Dam explosion • Royal City man charged for illegal pot grow • Living with Faith: Biblical to pay taxes • Watch out for erratic drivers • Desert Aire Solutions: New business features drones • Hallmark would struggle to top the love story of Joe & Denise Mirich • Royal soccer improves to 6-1-1 • Quincy Veterans Memorial: Sabey Data Centers steps up to help with improvements • Wahluke boys baseball avenges early season losses to Granger • Matt Anderson takes the league • Wrestling Worlds: Emma Villa takes second place

Tuesday, April 12, 2016

New Hope, BBCC offer free showing of 'The Hunting Ground' • Fairfield Inn & Suites break ground in Moses Lake • Reward offered for arrest of wanted Othello man • Sen. Parlette retires after 20 years in legislature • Spring cleanup running through Friday in Moses Lake • Cougar Gold makes for genuine Washington cuisine • Othello tennis trounces Prosser

MLPD Chief Dave Ruffin talks about his career, retirement

Chief's last day will be Friday Police Chief retires

MOSES LAKE — Adorning a wall behind Moses Lake Police Department Chief Dave Ruffin’s desk in his office is a quote that reads, “Leadership is not about the leader. It is about the growth, influence and positive change that a leader can bring about while working with others.” Ruffin’s career in law enforcement has been an exercise in different stages of leadership and now with his retirement looming, Ruffin says the positive change he was able to bring about while working with others during his career is what he is most proud of.

Appeals court upholds Moses Lake man's convictions

SPOKANE — The Washington State Court of Appeals, Division III, affirmed the convictions of a Moses Lake man who was found guilty by a jury of attempting to elude a police officer and vehicle prowling.

Roger Trail educated, experienced and ready to lead Royal School District

Roger Trail

ROYAL CITY — When you look into the history of new Royal School District superintendent Roger Trail, you get a good picture of why the school board couldn’t turn him away.

Preview of summer is over

Normal spring temperatures to return Tuesday The heat is off

MOSES LAKE — The weather gods gave the Columbia Basin a warm sunny weekend, a real preview of summer, and this week will snatch it all away.

100 marijuana plants seized, Royal resident arrested

ROYAL CITY — A rural Royal City man was arrested, and 100 marijuana plants were seized when law enforcement uncovered an illegal marijuana growing operation near Royal last week.

Arson fire at North Elementary School under investigation

Suspects caught on security video Arson suspects

MOSES LAKE — Three boys are being sought after security cameras at North Elementary School caught them setting a fire that burned playground equipment Thursday afternoon.

Othello sweeps Ellensburg to remain undefeated in CWAC

Othello softball

OTHELLO — Othello freshman Audisey Sauceda belted a walk-off home run to give the Huskies a 10-0 opening game victory and senior Hadassi Valdez laid down a perfect bunt on a suicide squeeze play to score Kristen Quigley with the winning run in a come-from-behind 6-5 win as Othello swept Ellensburg to remain undefeated in CWAC play.

T-ball sign-up deadline Wednesday

MOSES LAKE — Parents must register by Wednesday for the T-ball league sponsored by Moses Lake Parks and Recreation.

Hattie E. Porter

Hattie E. Porter, 104, a resident of Wilson Creek, passed away Thursday, April 7, 2016 at home surrounded by loving family.

Cody Keele

Cody Keele, 85, Moses Lake resident passed away Friday, April 8, 2016 at Brookdale Hearthstone, his family at his side. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a note for family at www.kayserschapel.com. Arrangements are in care of Kayser’s Chapel & Crematory.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

LOT 42, MONTLAKE ADDITION NO.6, AS PER PLAT RECORDED IN VOLUME 12 OF PLATS, PAGE 71, RECORDS OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON Commonly known as: 2225 Claremont Ct, Moses Lake, WA. 98837

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

Abbreviated Legal: Lt 12 Blk 1 Brunsch Add., Grant Co., WA

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

Abbreviated Legal: Lot 36 Broad Ripple #3, Grant Co., WA

NOTICE: ANNOUNCEMENT OF AVAILABILITY OF DRAFT PERMIT MODIFICATION

Ecology is modifying Terex Corporation's State Waste Discharge Permit (SWDP) in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 90.48 Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and Chapter 173-216 Washington Administrative Code (WAC).

NOTICE OF ISSUANCE OF MITIGATED DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE

Grant County has issued a Mitigated Determination of Non-Significance (MDNS) under the State Environmental Policy Act Rules (WAC Chapter 197-11) for the following project: Grading of approximately 25,000 cubic yards and temporary placement of a rock crusher to crush graded aggregate materials. Crushed rock will be used to build roads to serve future subdivision. The project site is located approximately one mile north of where Rd. M NW ends at Rd. 13 NW. The parcel is located in the W 1/2 of Section 24, Township 21N, Range 24E, W.M., Grant County, WA. Parcel #15-1217-000.

Newscast 2016-04-11

Wisdom of Experience: Lessons From Boomers and Retired Investors

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Monday, April 11, 2016

Normal spring temperatures to return Tuesday • Appeals court upholds Moses Lake man's convictions • MLPD Chief Dave Ruffin talks about his career, retirement • Arson fire at North Elementary School under investigation • Senate candidate visits Republican women's meeting • Chiefs' baseball manager knows what's important in life • T-ball sign-up deadline Wednesday • Enriquez, Pruneda pitch no-hitters in sweep of Soap Lake • Quincy sweeps important CWAC twin bill at Othello • Othello sweeps Ellensburg to remain undefeated in CWAC • Sports roundup: Quincy opens league play with shutout of Prosser • Warden opens CW2B South play with sweep of Soap Lake

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Big Bend Job and Career fair April 21

BBCC

MOSES LAKE — Big Bend Community College’s 23rd annual Job and Career Fair will feature more than 50 exhibitors at the college’s Advanced Technologies Education Center (ATEC) on April 21.

O2 Yoga Studio owner finds peace of mind in a busy world

Yoga Studio

MOSES LAKE — Her livelihood is teaching the children, yet her passion is educating herself and others through the 26 postures of Hatha yoga.

New online public school now open for enrollment

OLYMPIA — Washington Connections Academy (WACA), a full-time virtual public school, has been approved by the Mary M. Knight School District to serve students in grades K-12 statewide.

Tips For Cleaning Your Kitchen

(NAPSI)—While many find joy in the comfort foods of winter, spring provides a chance to embrace a fresh approach to your eating habits. The following tips will put a spring in your step and get you ready for this temperate season:

Four Steps Toward Getting Your Mower Set For The Season

(NAPSI)—April is National Lawn Care Month. It’s a great time to celebrate the beginning of warmer weather and the beauty of your outdoor landscape. And what better way to observe National Lawn Care Month than by getting your lawn mower ready for the season?

Perfect Patio Escape

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Tips to Get Your Yard Summer-Ready

(Family Features) Although you may be itching to get back outside, before you can relax there’s work to do. After enduring the wear and tear of fall and winter, most yards need attention to get back into summer shape.

5 Simple Tips for Birthday Bash Success

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Fertilize Your Way to a Great Looking Lawn

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Tech Transforms Dining Out Experience

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Tried every restaurant in Moses Lake, and counting

Tour de Fork

MOSES LAKE — Ina Bush and Ella West said the routine got boring, and they decided to change it up. That led to a whole new culinary adventure.

Blame game as old as Adam and Eve

Living with Faith

I am a perpetual people watcher. I like to observe what others are doing and wonder why they are doing it. This trait bothers my youngest daughter to no end, but it hasn’t stopped me.

Sport plane lands near Priest Rapids Dam

Plane landing

PRIEST RAPIDS DAM — You can’t be too careful in this age of worldwide terrorism. It can strike any place, any time.

Soap Lake picks company to fix fire department mold problem

SOAP LAKE — Soap Lake city councilmembers agreed to enlist the services of a local company to fix the mold issue that was discovered in the city’s vacant fire department building. The council recently agreed to turn the building over to the police department for the purposes of storage and training.

Wahluke soccer knocks off 2015 state champs

MATTAWA — Wahluke High School continued its winning ways in soccer last week, taking down defending state champion Highland, 2-1.

Jungle Book coming to town staged by Missoula Children's Theatre and Mattawa children

The Jungle Book

MATTAWA — The Missoula Children’s Theatre and children of the Wahluke School District will stage “The Jungle Book,” the Rudyard Kipling classic, at the end of this month.

2 arrested, 1 suspect still at large after drug busts

Drug bust suspect

MOSES LAKE — Two people were arrested and one is still at large after a large amount of illegal drug were seized during a series of search warrants in Moses Lake and Warden.

Ephrata 2nd Harvest distribution serves more than 500 people

Volunteers distributed more than 9,000 pounds of food

Wahluke golfers improve scores

MATTAWA — When you have a brand-new team, as does Wahluke High School golf coach Tiffany Hedman, the concern is learning the game and improving. The wins come later.

Savor the Flavor theme for national nutrition month

OTHELLO — In observance of National Nutrition Month, it appears Columbia Basin Health Association Registered Dietitian Karlee Kerr has found the secret as to why people shy away from some foods.

Paddle board free all day on May 1 at Soap Lake

Paddle boarding

SOAP LAKE — If you’ve ever wanted to try stand up paddle boarding, then you may want to mark May 1 on your calendar.

Jack Clinton Lozar

April 8, 2016

Moses Lake finishes first run through CBBN with 5-0 loss to Wenatchee

ML soccer

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake’s first run through the Columbia Basin Big Nine was filled with peaks and valleys.

Denise Marie Hunt Lee

Do the brightest know Jesus the best?

In our society we elevate those who possess a higher degree of cognitive intelligence. Why shouldn’t we? They put a man on the moon. They have expanded our knowledge of our planet and the entire cosmos. They have given us greater understanding of how own bodies function, cured diseases and increased the span of our lives. They have enriched our daily lives through labor saving, information gathering, communication-enhancing inventions we only dreamed about years ago.

Fresh News from MarDon

Walleye fishing is beginning to improve and the spawn is almost over. However, on April 6 walleye were released because they had not spawned, big hens to seven pounds. Lind Coulee has produced an 11-pound walleye. Crab Creek, above the powerline boat launch, has shown six-pound hens not spawned. The Frenchman Wasteway at Potholes State Park has been producing better walleye action.

Learning by reading the word

In days when books were far more scarce, many children learned to read by starting with the Bible. It was the one book that could be found in nearly every home, and it was easier to learn to read the language and phrases that children heard whenever they were in church.

Damsel in Defense offers women self-defense alternatives

Self-defense

MOSES LAKE — Crime knows no boundaries. It can happen in the city, it can happen in the country. Any time, day or night.

Spring turkey season opens one week from today

The spring turkey season will open next Friday, April 15, at 5:48 a.m. The season will continue through May 31.

Three suspects sought in fire at North Elementary

Suspects captured on video

MOSES LAKE — Law enforcement officers are looking for three boys who set fire to a playground toy at North Elementary late Thursday afternoon. The incident was recorded by the school’s security cameras.

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON

THE STATE OF WASHINGTON TO THE RESPONDENTS WEN CHI LAY, KUEI-CHING HUNG, HSIN-KUAN HUNG and HSIN-TE HUNG

AMENDED NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

Lot 1, Block 2, BLUFF WEST MAJOR PLAT, according to the plat thereof recorded in Volume 25 of plats, pages 10 thru 14, records of Grant County, Washington

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD April 18, 2016 at 1:30 p.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata, WA to consider the following budget extension requests:

UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

FEDERAL ENERGY REGULATORY COMMISSION

Friday, April 8, 2016

2 arrested, 1 suspect still at large after drug busts • Tour de fork: Moses Lake residents go on culinary adventure • Damsel in Defense offers women self-defense alternatives • Sabey Data Centers to help with improvements to veterans memorial • Soap Lake picks company to fix fire department mold problem • O2 Yoga Studio owner finds peace of mind in a busy world • Ample water supplies suggest a positive production season • Ephrata 2nd Harvest distribution serves more than 500 people • Big Bend Job and Career fair April 21 • Bits and Pieces: Broadway paving project approval near • Learning by reading the word • Do the brightest know Jesus the best? • Moses Lake finishes first run through CBBN with 5-0 loss to Wenatchee • Fresh News from MarDon • Spring turkey season opens one week from today • Dave Graybill: The Fishin' Magician

Murder trial begins for Desert Aire man accused of killing Yakima woman

Jose Aguilar Aguilar

EPHRATA — A Grant County jury heard opening statements Friday afternoon in the case of a Grant County man who is accused of killing a Yakima woman in 2012.

Fastpitch Prom raises nearly $3,000 for Knights

Fastpitch Prom

ROYAL CITY — If you wonder whether fund-raising helps an athletic team, consider the Royal High fastpitch team. After two years of their Fastpitch Prom, the Knights have become a force in the SCAC.

About 150 turn out for Boys and Girls Club marathons

Kids receieve participation medals Boys and Girls club

MOSES LAKE — If you ventured around Moses Lake on Saturday you might have seen the more than 150 runners participating in the Boys and Girls Club of the Columbia Basin’s marathon and family fun run. To the casual observer the runners might have appeared to be doing just that, running. But the reason behind the running is what makes the marathons an important community event.

EPA finds asbestos in partially-demolished Soap Lake school

MOSES LAKE — The Grant County Health District (GCHD) reported Tuesday that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) found materials containing asbestos at a partially demolished, unoccupied school in Soap Lake.

Mayor's prayer breakfast returning in early May

Mayor's breakfast

MOSES LAKE — The Grant County Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast will be returning to Moses Lake in early May.

A New First Step to Helping Solve Infertility

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Moses Lake man sentenced for role in Spokane shootout

SPOKANE — A Moses Lake man who was involved in a shootout in Spokane in 2012 was sentenced to more than 20 years in federal prison.

Beverly Jean Mabe

Beverly Jean Mabe, 87, a Moses Lake resident passed away Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at Central Washington Hospital, surrounded by family.

Big Bend takes two from Spokane

BBCC baseball

MOSES LAKE — Blake Springer collapsed in a heap at second base, cramping after his latest double.

PUD fined $35,000 for Priest Rapids explosion

Utility district fined over Oct. 8, 2015, explosion PUD fined

EPHRATA — The Grant County PUD is being fined $35,000 by the Washington Department of Labor and Industries over an explosion in October 2015 that injured six PUD employees, some of them seriously.

Jack C. Lozar

Jack C. Lozar, 85, a Moses Lake resident for 32 years passed away Monday, April 4, 2016 at home surrounded by loving family.

Carmel Verona (Gallaway) O'Byrne

Carmel Verona (Gallaway) O’Byrne passed away at her home in Moses Lake, Wash on Saturday, April 2. She was born in Leavenworth Wash. to Carl and Verona (Abbott) Heinrich. She was the oldest child and had three sisters and one brother, Betty, Beverly, Gay Beth and Donald. She went to school in many places in Washington following her father’s job moves to different construction sites. She graduated from Wenatchee High School. She married Don Gallaway and had three children: Michael, who married Barbara and had three children (Guy, Rick and Mark); Joe, who married Molly and had three children (Nora, Sean and Donavan) and Kathy, who married Dick Aldrich. Don, her first husband, also worked construction but rather than traveling they purchased a family farm and settled in Moses Lake. Carmel worked on the farm and raised her children along with raising baby calves and strawberries and other crops. She taught ceramics classes and was a dedicated wife and mother as well as an artist, woodcarver, and craft maker. She loved her family and her favorite holiday was Christmas when as many as 50 children, grandchildren and friends would assemble for dinner and to see Santa Claus and distribute presents. She often invited additional acquaintances without local family to celebrate with.

April 7, 2016

Quincy supports Heritage Barn project with $100,000 appropriation

QUINCY — Quincy city councilmembers agreed Tuesday to contribute a total of $115,000 to support the proposed construction of the Quincy Valley Historical Society and Museum (QVHSM) Heritage Barn.

Fresh News From MarDon

The final two nights at Cottage 4

This is the last of a two-part series about a four-night stay at Cottage 4.

Cost of airplanes at heart of job cuts

Job cuts

Boeing’s new cost-reduction plan has deep ramifications for Washington because the bulk of the 4,500 job cuts are likely to land here.

Trump is reaching new lows

I really hope people are keeping up with the debates. Trump doesn’t know what he’s doing; all he can say is “Make America Great.” Yes, he has brought people out like the KKK, Nazi supporters and many racial groups. Trump’s racial remarks have created violent rally attacks on protesters. Now attacking Cruz’ wife. How low can Trump go? Playing childish games and making rude comments toward women while our country is being terrorized by terrorists. Time to be united and take out ISIS.

College costs are out of control

Society says to get an education. Society says education is the key to success. Society says to get a college education, but student loans and the high price of college overburden and make it very difficult for people to attend college. And so-called politicians talk about and address everything else but student loans and high college prices.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

LOT 10, BLOCK 3, REPLAT OF FOSTER ADDITION, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME B OF PLATS, PAGE 82, RECORDS OF FRANKLIN COUNTY, WASHINGTON. More commonly known as: 1902 RIVERVIEW DRIVE, PASCO, WA 99301

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

LOT 8, BLOCK 1, PEPPERMINT TERRACE FIRST ADDITION More commonly known as: 10209 WEST COURT STREET, PASCO, WA 99301

NFSD nondiscrimination

Nondiscrimination Statement

City of Moses Lake

Notice of Application with Optional DNS

NOTICE OF CONSTRUCTION

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN in accordance with RCW 36.77.070 that Board of County Commissioners intends to have the following road(s) improved by County Forces (using county crews and equipment) in calendar year 2016:

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY

LOT 2, BITTON PLAT, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 9 OF PLATS, PAGE 53, RECORDS OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON..

PUBLIC NOTICE - FRANKLIN COUNTY

Shoreline Substantial Development Permit and Availability of Environmental Documents

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

LOT 1, SUMMERS PARK ADDITION, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME "C" OF PLATS, PAGE 99, RECORDS OF FRANKLIN COUNTY, WASHINGTON More commonly known as: 6121 W PARK ST, PASCO, WA 99301

Notice of Public Hearing

The city Council will conduct Public Hearing April 7, 2016 At 6:00 p.m. at Kahlotus City Hall, 140 W. Martin, Kahlotus, WA. 99335 for the purpose of the following: Water Project

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

LOT 19, BLOCK 1, CARTER'S ADDITION, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME "B" OF PLATS, PAGE 83, RECORDS OF FRANKLIN COUNTY, WASHINGTON. More commonly known as: 1808 W HENRY ST, PASCO, WA 99301-4830

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY

LOT 20, BLOCK 11, LAKEVIEW TERRACE UNIT 1 ADDITION TO MOSES LAKE, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 3 OF PLATS, PAGE 35, AND 35A RECORDS OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

LOT 15, BLOCK 17, REPLAT OF HIGHLAND PARK HOMES, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME D OF PLATS, PAGE 116, RECORDS OF FRANKLIN COUNTY, WASHINGTON. More c ommonly known as: 624 NORTH CEDAR AVENUE, PASCO, WA 99301

Notice of Application

PROJECT: Construct a potato storage building with a footprint of 137.5-ft. by 408-ft.

CALL FOR BIDS:

STRIPING PAINT AND MATERIALS

Newscast 2016-04-07

Thursday, April 7, 2016

Moses Lake man sentenced for role in Spokane shootout • PUD fined $35,000 for Priest Rapids explosion • About 150 turn out for Boys and Girls Club marathons • EPA finds asbestos in partially-demolished Soap Lake school • Cost of airplanes at heart of jobs • Quincy supports Heritage Barn project with $100,000 appropriation • Mayor's prayer breakfast returning in early May • Clay: The final two nights at Cottage 4 • Big Bend takes two from Spokane

Car Club donates to Big Bend CC automotive students

Third year car club members have donated tool kits BBCC donation

MOSES LAKE — Second-year students in the automotive technology program at Big Bend Community College received diagnostic tool kits, thanks to a donation from the Moses Lake Classic Car Club.

Digital marketing expert speaks to local business leaders

Doug Schust

MOSES LAKE — Local dignitaries, business people and economic development leaders from Grant and Adams counties gathered Tuesday to learn more about digital marketing and online strategies for connecting with customers.

New Mattawa Council member didn't always intend to live here

Sun Hwang

MATTAWA — New Mattawa City Council member Sun Hwang never intended, as a young man, to live in Mattawa. He didn’t know of its existence.

Runaway car damages Royal City Library

Library damage

ROYAL CITY — In anything can happen news, the Royal City Public Library was damaged last weekend when a runaway car rolled into one the walls.

Weathering The Storm Of Today's Climate

(NAPSI)—From glamorized weather programs to sitcoms and the Academy Awards, we are flooded daily with weather and climate-related messages. Throw in today’s political climate regarding these concerns and there is one messy storm brewing. Have Americans’ opinions become clouded by climate fatigue, and what impact can this have if we are facing a “point of no return” in the near future?

MLSD's McKay going to North Central ESD

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake School District’s (MLSD) current executive director of teaching and learning, Linda McKay, was recently hired as the North Central Educational Service District’s (ESD) new assistant superintendent of teaching and learning. She will be leaving her post in the MLSD in July.

Desmond Ortega's sac fly helps Moses Lake outlast Sunnyside

ML baseball

MOSES LAKE — Desmond Ortega did his job.

April 6, 2016

Grant PUD fined for explosion that injured six workers

PUD fined

EPHRATA — The Grant County PUD was fined $35,000 by the Washington Department of Labor and Industries for violations stemming from an October 2015 explosion that injured six workers. The fines were announced Wednesday.

Sportscast 2016-04-06

Notice of Application and Public Hearing

PROJECT: A Variance to the 20-ft. front setback requirement as defined in GCC § 23.12, Table 3, in order to enable construction of a 14'- 5” x 21'- 0” (approximately 303 square ft.) carport with a 5-ft. front setback on an approximately 0.13-acre parcel in the Shoreline Development 3 zoning district of Grant County.

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Legal description: That portion of SURPLUS RIGHT-OF-WAY known as a portion of WESTSHORE DRIVE from 316.64 ft. northwesterly of Winesap Road to 1885 ft. northwest; of varying width; retaining for the County 40 ft. of right-of-way on the west side of Westshore Drive; as shown in attached RIGHT-OF-WAY VACATION EXHIBITS, A(1-3) and B-E, IN SECTION 19 T19N R28E.W.M ALL IN GRANT COUNTY, WA.

PUBLIC NOTICE

The Colville Tribes Land Use Review Board will be holding a public hearing to make a ruling on the following land use and development permits:

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Newscast 2016-04-06

Wednesday, April 6, 2016

Moses Lake man sentenced for attempting to elude police • Digital marketing expert speaks to local business leaders • BBCC winter enrollment trends upward • MLSD's McKay going to North Central ESD • Moses Lake man sentenced for assaulting woman • Drive Green Demo Day April 16 at Moses Lake Lowe's • Desmond Ortega's sac fly helps Moses Lake outlast Sunnyside

Royal City man charged for illegal pot grow

EPHRATA — A Royal City man was charged in Grant County Superior Court after an illegal marijuana growing operation was found on his property outside of Royal City.

Loans available for FFA, 4-H youths

EPHRATA — You may contact the local USDA-Farm Service Agency (FSA) to seek financing for 4-H and FFA Rural Youth Livestock projects, says Farm Loan Manager Libby Anderson.

Manuel M. Villegas

April 25, 1933 – March 18, 2016

April 25, 1933 – March 18, 2016

BBCC invites families to host Japanese Ag trainees

Ag trainees

MOSES LAKE — Big Bend Community College (BBCC) is encouraging local residents to invite trainees in the college’s Japanese Agriculture Training Program (JATP) for home visits during their nine weeks in Moses Lake.

Murder trial begins for Desert Aire man accused of killing Yakima woman

Murder Trial

EPHRATA — A Grant County jury heard opening statements Friday afternoon in the case of a Grant County man who is accused of killing a Yakima woman in 2012.

Home-grown basil makes for tastier dishes

Home-grown basil dishes

The best way to flavor your foods is to use fresh herbs. One problem is that sometimes the fresh ones you find in the store are not that fresh. Why not grow your own?

Planning starts with a few pins

Seed cropping

MOSES LAKE — While farmers take advantage of all the latest technology – automated irrigation systems, satellite data to analyze fields, labor-saving machinery for harvest – some procedures are still pretty low-tech. The Grant County map on the wall at the WSU Grant-Adams County Extension office, the one full of pins, is one of those old-school ways of doing business.

April 5, 2016

Lillian K. King

Lillian K. King, 90, a Moses Lake resident since 1954, passed away Friday, April 1, 2016 at Brookdale at Hearthstone. Viewing will be held from noon to 5 p.m., Wednesday, April 6, 2016 at Kayser’s Chapel of Memories. Services will be held at 10 a.m., Thursday, April 7, 2016 at Kayser’s Chapel.

Othello newborn fighting for life at Seattle Children's Hospital

OTHELLO — An Othello family’s newborn child is fighting for his life at Seattle Children’s Hospital, so friends and family are chipping in to help out.

Mattawa man sentenced to 10 years in drive-by shooting

EPHRATA — A Mattawa man was sentenced to nearly 10 years in prison in connection with a drive-by shooting in Schawana in July.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY

TO: ANDY RODRIGUEZ and anyone claiming a paternal interest.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY

TO: PEDRO HERNANDEZ and anyone claiming a paternal interest.

SUPERIOR COURT, STATE OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF GRANT

In the Matter of the Estate of: RANDY J. FAIR, Deceased.

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY

TO: JEREMY MADEWELL and anyone claiming a paternal interest.

NEWS RELEASE

PREPARATION FOR LOGIC AND ACCURACY TEST

GRANT COUNTY WATER CONSERVANCY BOARD

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CHANGE OF GROUNDWATER

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April 5, 2016

Roger Trail educated, experienced and ready to lead Royal School District • Wahluke Junior High School students meet Seattle Seahawks' mascot Blitz • Murder trial begins for Desert Aire man accused of killing Yakima woman • Sport plane lands near Priest Rapids Dam • Living with Fiath: Blame game as old as Adam and Eve • Savor the Flavor: Theme for national nutrition month • Free alcohol screenings at Columbia Basin Health Association tomorrow • Paddle board free all day on May 1 at Soap Lake • Jungle Book coming to town • New online public school now open for enrollment • 100 marijuana plants seized, Royal resident arrested • Royal girls finally get win in Connell game • Fastpitch Prom raises nearly $3,000 for Knights • Wahluke soccer knocks off 2015 state champs • Warriors take 2 in baseball • Royal boys soccer win 3 straight in full week • Wahluke golfers improve scores • Coach Miller retires at wrestling banquet

Newscast 2016-04-05

Tuesday, April 5, 2016

Mattawa man sentenced to 10 years in drive-by shooting • Seed cropping: Planning starts with a few pins • Othello newborn fighting for life at Seattle Children's Hospital • Book comes to life at Moses Lake library • Royal City man charged for illegal pot grow • Home-grown basil makes for tastier dishes • BBCC invites families to host Japanese Ag trainees • St. Rose of Lima school schedules kindergarten registration • 1 man arrested after warrant served

Former mayor expresses health concerns with Yahoo! expansion

Yahoo! applies for more diesel generators; company spokesperson says they’re rarely used Yahoo!

QUINCY — Unlike the public hearing back in 2011 where close to 50 people turned out to discuss issues pertaining to the Yahoo! proposal to expand its operations at the data center in Quincy, about half that number showed up Thursday night to meet with representatives.

Moses Lake overmatched in losses to Wenatchee

ML baseball

MOSES LAKE — Overmatched against a senior-laden Wenatchee squad, Moses Lake was swept at home.

Royal boys go 4-2 to level off baseball record

ROYAL CITY — After starting the season with twin losses against Zillah on March 12, the Royal High baseball team enjoyed a four-game winning streak before losing again

Liberty Ernest

Liberty Ernest, 97, was welcomed into Heaven on March 30, 2016. She was residing at the Coventry House in Othello. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m., Monday, April 11, 2016 at Kayser’s Chapel, 831 S. Pioneer Way, Moses Lake. A celebration of her life will be held at 1 p.m., Tuesday, April 12, 2016 at the Othello Church of the Nazarene, 835 S 10th Ave.

Darlene Kay Schmitcke

December 11, 1947 - March 31, 2016

December 11, 1947 - March 31, 2016

Nicolas Medel

Nicolas Medel, 91, a resident of Moses Lake passed away Thursday, March 31, 2016 at home. Viewing will be held at Kayser’s Chapel on Monday, April 4, 2016 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. and at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church on Tuesday, April 5 from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Holy Rosary will be prayed at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, April 5, 2016 followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. Interment will be at Guarding Angels Cemetery, 2595 Road L NE, Moses Lake.

Estel Russell Gaines

June 23, 1924- March 27, 2016

June 23, 1924- March 27, 2016

Esther L. McAmis

February 6, 1933 – March 26, 2016

February 6, 1933 – March 26, 2016

April 4, 2016

Moses Lake scores 39 runs combined in sweep of Sunnyside

ML softball

MOSES LAKE — Peyton Ries’ first few starts of the season didn’t go as expected.

Huskies suffer first loss of season

Othello soccer

OTHELLO — Visiting Grandview spoiled an otherwise gorgeous spring day by defeating the Othello 2-1 Saturday at Huskie Field.

Lillian K. King

Lillian K. King, 90, a Moses Lake resident since 1954, passed away Friday, April 1, 2016 at Brookdale at Hearthstone. Viewing will be held from noon to 5 p.m., Wednesday, April 6, 2016 at Kayser’s Chapel of Memories. Services will be held at 10 a.m., Thursday, April 7, 2016 at Kayser’s Chapel.

LEGAL NOTICE

As authorized under RCW 39.04.115, the Multi Agency Communications Center (MACC) is soliciting license qualified contractors who desire to be placed on the Small Works Roster for the performing of work directed by MACC that is estimated to cost less than $300,000. MACC is an equal opportunity employer and seeks participation from minority, women owned and veteran owned firms.

Newscast 2016-04-04

Monday, April 4, 2016

Washington Democrats in full support of Sanders • MLSD refinances '08 bonds, saves taxpayers $1 million • Opening statements heard in Aguilar Aguilar murder trial • Home Expo draws large crowds • Man allegedly threatens to burn down girlfriend's house • Defending nature one penny at a time • Former mayor expresses health concerns with Yahoo! expansion • Moses Lake overmatched in losses to Wenatchee • Moses Lake scores 39 runs combined in sweep of Sunnyside • Quincy scores 3 goals in 4 minutes to beat Selah • Huskies suffer first loss of season

Columbia Basin Health Association board names new chairman

CBHA

OTHELLO — Miguel “Mike” Garza was named chairman of the board for the Columbia Basin Health Association at the CBHA’s annual meeting on March 22.

Royal, Connell fastpitch doubleheader extended

ROYAL CITY — Royal and Connell are so evenly matched in fastpitch that a doubleheader started Friday at Connell had to be extended to Monday for a conclusion.

Shirts being sold to benefit Moses Lake woman battling cancer

Fight Like A Girl

MOSES LAKE — If you have ventured down West Valley Road in Moses Lake recently you more than likely have noticed the sign. You know, that reader board with the black lettering reading “Support Mary’s Treatment” and “Fight Like A Girl” underneath the giant arrow directing passersby to pull into Pop’s In And Out for a bite to eat. What the casual observer of the sign doesn’t know is that the aforementioned Mary has valiantly been fighting a battle against cancer for a number of years now.

Experience Florida, Off the Beaten Path

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Governor signs bills by 13th District lawmakers

Bills signed

OLYMPIA — Gov. Jay Inslee signed bills Thursday morning sponsored by Reps. Matt Manweller, R-Ellensburg and Tom Dent, R-Moses Lake and Sen. Judy Warnick, R-Moses Lake.

7 Places Mosquitoes Might Be Hiding in Your Yard

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Last Minute Tax Tips

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5 Hacks for Greener, Happier Living

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Bone Up on the Beef Counter

(Family Features) If you find yourself overwhelmed at the meat counter, know that you’re not alone. There are literally dozens of different cuts of beef. Add that to the plethora of labels gracing today’s food packaging, and it’s not hard to find yourself confused.

Quincy man injured in 2-vehicle crash

GEORGE — A spectacular interstate 90 two-vehicle crash on March 22 resulted in injury to one of the drivers, Quincy’s William G. Cooper.

Social media can't replace whats real

Living with Faith

The interaction of people in our society has changed considerably in the last 50 years. My in-laws talk about how people used to get together.

We are in the midst of a political year

I was 10 years old in 1968. At that age, I had rather eclectic television viewing habits. Before and after school I would usually watch a children’s program called “J. P. Patches” on Seattle Television station KIRO Channel 7. If time permitted, I would watch both the local and national news as well. Yes, at that age, this sort of thing interested me.

Wahluke soccer suffers tough week

Wahluke soccer

MATTAWA — After a torrid three weeks, the Wahluke High School soccer team suffered a bit of snafu on Friday. Their record went from 6-0-2 to 5-1-2.

Ephrata's Peters shoots 79 at ANA Junior Inspiration

Kenedee Peters

RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. — Ephrata golf standout Kenedee Peters wrapped up competition at the ANA Junior Inspiration in Rancho Mirage, California recently.

Best Human Resource Solutions owner has best of both worlds

Dean Martinez

MOSES LAKE — Best Human Resource Solutions Inc. owner Dean Martinez is Moses Lake born and raised.

Wahluke baseball takes first win

Wahluke baseball

MATTAWA — The rebuilding Wahluke High School baseball program, which is in its third year of a JV schedule, has notched one win this year over the Othello C team.

American agriculture keeping pace with changing times

Agriculture

QUINCY — Steve Gardner pulled an elongated case from the bed of his pickup to the tailgate slick as anything a guy can haul around in the back of truck.

Warden's Aaliyah Enriquez looks to build on strikeout record, become winningest pitcher in school history

Aaliyah Enriquez

WARDEN — Throw after throw, Aaliyah Enriquez’s rise ball rose just a little too far and clanged against the back-stop.

Liberty Ernest

Liberty Ernest, 97, was welcomed in Heaven on Wednesday, March 30, 2016. She was residing at the Coventry House in Othello. Services are being scheduled and will be announced when set.

Purchase new license before wetting a line

This is a big weekend in the outdoor world. Read on.

Grace Goodrich Jensen

December 7, 1925 – March 29, 2016

December 7, 1925 – March 29, 2016

CB Tech class teaches career, life lessons

CB Tech

MOSES LAKE — The whole point of going to school, of course, is for kids to figure out what they want to do and give them skills to help them reach their goals. Not all of those lessons come in the classroom.

Dave Graybill: The Fishin' Magician

Steelhead seasons on the main stem Columbia the tributaries are closed for the year now, but there are lots of alternatives available to anglers in the region. On April 1 dozens of lakes open in the Columbia National Wildlife Refuge near Othello.

Manuel M. Villegas

Manuel M. Villegas, 82, Moses Lake resident passed away Friday, March 18, 2016 at Coventry House in Othello, his sister by his side. Holy Rosary will be prayed at 10:30 a.m. and Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m., Monday, April 11, 2016 at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. Committal will be in the Columbarium at the church.

April 1, 2016

Fresh News from MarDon

With Central Washington weather approaching 75 degrees this could be a great bass and walleye weekend. The big largemouth are ready to bite. Walleye action is in the Lind Coulee arm of Potholes Reservoir. Crab Creek as it enters from Moses Lake is just now picking up.

Anonymous reader has suggestion for Terry Toland

Bits and Pieces

Rodney H. Goodman

Rodney H. Goodman, 71, a resident of Moses Lake passed away Tuesday, March 29, 2016 at home, his wife at his side. Services are being scheduled and will be announced when set.

Nicolas Medel

Nicolas Medel, 91, a resident of Moses Lake passed away Thursday, March 31, 2016 at home. Services are being scheduled and will be announced when set.

NOTICE TO TRUCKING COMPANIES

Sealed bids plainly marked “Bid for Asphalt Hauling and Dispatch Services 2016 - 2018" will be received by Grant County at the Office of the Board of County Commissioners located in the County Courthouse. 35 C Street N.W. - Room 206, P.O. Box 37, Ephrata, WA 98823, until 1:45 P.M., Tuesday, April 5, 2016 and will then and there in the Commissioners Hearing Room be opened and publicly read for the following work:

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

The Town of Coulee City is requesting bid proposals for a new or slightly used backhoe. Closing date is Tuesday, April 12, at 2 p.m. at which time bids will be opened.

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON

THE STATE OF WASHINGTON TO THE RESPONDENTS WEN CHI LAY, KUEI-CHING HUNG, HSIN-KUAN HUNG and HSIN-TE HUNG

LEGAL NOTICE

Environmental Assessment for rangeland grasshopper/Mormon cricket suppression is available for review at USDA, APHIS, PPQ, 222 N. Havana Spokane, WA 99202.

NOTICE TO SUBCONTRACTORS AND MATERIALMEN

The State of Washington, Big Bend Community College, acting by and through the Department of Enterprise Services, Facilities Division, Engineering & Architectural Services, hereby advises all interested parties that Contract No. 2014-237 G, Work Order No. 54, for Project No. 2015-090, Women's Softball Booth, Moses Lake with Burton Construction, Inc., has been accepted as of March 29, 2016.

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD April 18, 2016 at 1:30 p.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata, WA to consider the following budget extension requests:

Super Fans From LA Meet Star of Harry Potter Movies in London

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Newscast 2016-04-01

Friday, April 1, 2016

Woman found dead in car died from natural causes • Kittrell named next principal at Frontier • Extended learning week: Students learn volunteering can make a difference • Fastpitch, tennis classes available during spring break • Governor signs bills by 13th District lawmakers • Level 3 sex offender has new Moses Lake address • Best Human Resource Solutions owner has best of both worlds • Ag department to create industrial hemp research licensing program • Shirts being sold to benefit Moses Lake woman battling cancer • CB Tech class teaches career, life lessons • Tip leads to arrest at illegal pot grow operation in Royal City • Bits and Pieces: Anonymous reader has suggestion for Terry Toland • Revelation offers insight into modern spiritual struggles • We are in the midst of a political year • Ephrata's Peters shoots 79 at Junior Inspiration • Nutrition and your health • Warden's Aaliyah Enriques looks to build on strikeout record, become winningest pitcher in school history • Fresh News from MarDon • Purchase new license before wetting a line • Dave Graybill: The Fishin' Magician

Wahluke Junior High ASB to unveil New Student Activity Center

Activity center

MATTAWA — Wahluke Junior High will unveil an Associated Student Body-designed and constructed student activity center on April 11.

Performances over spring break at local libraries

Book-It Repertory Theater will dramatize life of artist Horace Pippin Library news

MOSES LAKE — The Book-It Repertory Theater company will perform a play detailing the life of American artist Horace Pippin in local public libraries during spring vacation. It’s part of a program of spring break activities throughout the library system.

No break on burnt property

MATTAWA — Meeting in executive session on March 17, the Mattawa City Council rejected a request from Carlos Garza to drop legal action against him regarding his property at 200 Riverview.

Japanese wind socks for Free Family Saturday

Traditional spring symbol in Japan Free Family Saturday

MOSES LAKE — A traditional Japanese celebration of spring will be the featured project on April’s Free Family Saturday. Free Family Saturday is from noon to 2 p.m. (or until supplies are exhausted) at the Moses Lake Museum & Art Center, 401 S. Balsam St.

Royal reverses loss to Wahluke in re-play

Royal soccer

ROYAL CITY — Given new life by a protest upheld by the SCAC, Royal reversed a loss to Wahluke in a soccer league opener on March 17 from a 2-1 loss to a 2-1 win.

BBCC to open new medical simulation lab

College plans to launch new simulation technician program BBCC

MOSES LAKE — Big Bend Community College (BBCC) is hosting a grand opening April 7 for its new medical simulation lab that will provide lifelike training for health care students and professionals.

Save Money And Energy

(NAPSI)--Here’s a cool idea: If your refrigerator is 15 years old or older, replacing it with a new ENERGY STAR

The American Red Cross Helping Military Families

(NAPSI)—For many American military families, the transition home from deployments can be challenging. Fortunately, there are free, confidential programs that can help.