Ellington

Donuts and dads at Larson Heights Elementary

MOSES LAKE — There were donuts, there were dads, and there were a lot of kids at Larson Heights Elementary School on Friday morning.

Othello sports roundup

Clinesmith's serve as pages for Senator Schoesler

OLYMPIA — Benjamin and Nicholas Clinesmith spent a week working as pages for the Washiington State Senate at the Capital in Olympia. The brothers were two of 17 students who served as Senate pages for the 11th week of the 2017 legislative session.

Othello Beautification Committee sets date for annual fundraiser

The 4th annual Banners and Blooms fundraiser is set for Friday, May 5 at the Othello Senior Center. The venue sponsored by the Othello Beautification Committee, kicks off at 6 p.m.

It's crunch time for Wahluke Soccer following recent losses

MATTAWA — Wahluke continues to play excellent defense, but the Warriors have been unable to generate much of an offense on the pitch and that has resulted in back-to-back losses in the last six days.

Prep roundup: Moses Lake's Camille Carpenter PRs twice at home meet

MOSES LAKE — Camille Carpenter set two personal records at Moses Lake’s home meet, en route to a second-place finish in the 200 and first-place finish in the 400.

New thrift store helps the wounded and recovering

MOSES LAKE — The newest thrift store in Moses Lake began life as a way for people to share medical equipment.

Neat sum realized from sale of food and aprons

OK, so we have had rummage sales, yard sales, bake sales, but this is the first I’ve heard of a food and apron sale. Hey, a neat sum was realized, so it worked. Read on.

Granger man involved in rollover near Othello

OTHELLO — A Granger man reportedly rolled his vehicle near Othello Thursday morning after swerving to avoid an animal.

Legislature gearing up for Hirst bill negotiations

OLYMPIA — The end of the regular session left several state-wide issues unresolved, including the controversial Supreme Court decision commonly known as Hirst.

Semi overturns near Vantage Bridge

VANTAGE — A semi-truck driver from Mattawa was cited for speeding too fast for conditions after his trailer overturned near the Vantage Bridge on Thursday.

Assault suspect arrested in Othello

OTHELLO — A suspect in an assault in Othello was taken into custody early Thursday morning. The suspect’s girlfriend was able to evade capture and is on the run.

Woman who rammed way onto the port sentenced

MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake woman who was found half-naked outside of a Genie Industries building after ramming her way onto Port of Moses Lake property received a 90-day sentence this week.

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Moses Lake Police Department

Pals Club members show off their talents

MOSES LAKE — Every seat in the Moses Lake High School theater was taken, and even the orchestra pit was packed.

Everyone is unique, but not in everything

Jeanne wanted to purchase a certain brand of shoes, and the nearest place that carried them was a store in the Spokane Mall.

Spanish broom: Spartium junceum

A perennial, evergreen shrub, Spanish broom can at first glance be mistaken for Scotch broom (Scot’s broom) but is distinguished by its fragrant flowers and round stems. Spanish broom can grow from 6 to 10 feet tall, generally prefers low-nutrient, rocky or sandy soils in full sun, and is most often found escaping into disturbed areas such as roadsides, exposed hillsides, trails, parks and vacant lots. The mainly leafless stems branch off at the top, ending with clusters of flowers on leafless stocks.

Legals April 28, 2017

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 2017 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). The District's service area is located in Moses Lake, Warden and Othello areas of Grant and Adams Counties. The District operates the East Low Canal and its laterals plus some laterals on the Potholes East Canal. 49 locations on various canals, laterals, wasteways and drains within the District's service areas will receive these treatments to control the growth of algae, moss and pondweeds. Frequency of treatments varies from as often as biweekly to as seldom as twice per irrigation season depending on location and circumstances. Permanent signs giving notice of aquatic herbicide treatments have been erected at public road crossing of treated waterways within one mile of the treatment sites. The herbicides being used for these treatments are copper sulfate, Nautique Aquatic Herbicide (copper), Aquatic Weed Killer (xylene), Endothall and Magnicide H (acrolein) which are registered for such use under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). Water remains suitable for irrigation use during aquatic herbicide treatments. Treated water is not suitable for drinking or swimming. Individuals desiring additional information about these treatments should contact the East District's main office in Othello at (509) 488-9671 and ask to speak to the Secretary-Manager or Water Quality Supervisor. Inquiries may also be directed to the Department of Ecology Eastern Regional Office in Spokane, (509) 625-5194. East Columbia Basin Irrigation District, 55 North 8th Avenue, Po Box E, Othello, WA 99344. #05001/62195 Pub: April 21 & 28, 2017 & May 5, 2017

Prep roundup: Moses Lake's Camille Carpenter PRs twice at home meet

MOSES LAKE — Camille Carpenter set two personal records at Moses Lake’s home meet, en route to a second-place finish in the 200 and first-place finish in the 400.

Othello's Unified Soccer Team on a heater this season

The Dream Team is on a roll having strung together four wins over the past two outings. On April 15, the squad beat Ephrata 1-0 in the first contest on a goal from Dusty Carlson. Othello’s Colton Schmidt slipped two goals past the Moses Lake keeper in a 2-nil victory in the second game of the day.

Othello boys, girls track teams flex some muscle at CWAC meet

OTHELLO — The Othello youth movement flexed some muscle on Thursday at the CWAC track and field meet at Husky Stadium.

Lowe's Donates $2,500 to Grant County Fairgrounds

EPHRATA — Lowe’s is donating $2,500 to the Grant County Fairgrounds as part of its Lowe’s Heroes program.

CBHA Director of Operations receives National Leadership Award recently

Columbia Basin Health Association Director of Operations Nieves Gomez was one of 15 young professionals honored by the Geiger Gibson Program in Community Health Policy at the George Washington University’s Milken Institute School of Public Health.

Vikings drop NWAC East doubleheader to Walla Walla

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake’s Nate Ball stroked his second home run of the season and Big Bend scored two runs in the eighth, but came up a run short of earning the split with a 9-8 loss to Walla Walla in the second game of Thursday’s doubleheader.

Revenue, expenses up at Samaritan Healthcare

MOSES LAKE — An increase in inpatients contributed to total operating income at Samaritan Healthcare being above the budget target for the first three months of 2017. And an increase in inpatients contributed to expenses being above the budget target for the first three months of 2017. A review of the hospital’s finances was part of the monthly commission meeting Tuesday.

Newhouse sold out internet consumers

On March 28, Rep. Dan Newhouse, ignoring pleas from many constituents, joined with 230 other Republicans to pass a bill allowing internet service providers to collect information on all our internet use, and barring the Federal Communications Commission from regulating use of this information.

Peter Vern Lakoduk

July 10, 1935 – March 29, 2017

Lawmakers react to session overtime

OLYMPIA — Local legislators said they were not surprised the session ran over its allotted number of days and will continue working on their priorities from District 13 and Olympia.

Sunny days are here again

School bond tactics were manipulative

I am aghast at the efforts some of the school community and school board will go to extract funds from the taxpayer. The bond has been put up for three elections and every time has been rejected until the last election when the results were manipulated by the school district. It was probably legal to phone “yes” voters and encourage them to validate their ballots while ignoring “no” voters, but is it morally correct?

Free legal clinic in Ephrata on Friday

EPHRATA — Got a legal problem you need help with? Then you might want to clear your schedule tomorrow night, as a free legal advice clinic will be offered to the community at the offices of Jerry Moberg & Associates in Ephrata.

Civil rights case filed against Quincy company

QUINCY — Alleging sexual harassment of workers and retaliation against women who reported mistreatment, Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson has filed a civil rights case against a Quincy-based company.

Extra inning for session needed, but shouldn't be

The Washington State Legislature’s 30-day special session kicked off Monday in Olympia after convening the 105-day regular session Sunday. Some of the major issues include the unapproved state operating and capital budgets, and public education funding in response to the McCleary decision.

New Hope moving, seeks child advocacy center

MOSES LAKE — New Hope is moving again.

Costs go up about $3 million on Priest Rapids refurbishment

EPHRATA — The need for more parts and keeping the project on track will bump up the cost of refurbishing turbines and generators at Priest Rapids Dam to about $96.116 million.

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Legals April 27, 2017

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF GRANT JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ] ASSOCIATION, ITS SUCCESSORS IN ] CASE NO.: 14-2-00732-5 INTEREST AND/OR ASSIGNS, ] JUDGMENT NO.: 16-9-00304-6 ] Plaintiff, ] SHERIFF'S PUBLIC NOTICE OF ] SALE OF REAL PROPERTY vs. ] ] UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF ] LEON MASON; MARIA R. MASON; STATE ] OF WASHINGTON; OCCUPANTS OF THE ] PREMISES; AND ANY PERSONS OR ] PARTIES CLAIMING TO HAVE ANY ] RIGHT, TITLE, ESTATE, LIEN, OR ] INTEREST IN THE REAL PROPERTY ] DESCRIBED IN THE COMPLAINT. ] ] Defendants. ] The Superior Court of Grant County has directed the undersigned Sheriff of Grant County to sell the property described to satisfy a judgment in the above entitled action: LOT 2, SANDS HEIGHTS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 17 OF PLATS, PAGES 66 AND 67, RECORDS OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGON TAX PARCEL NO.: 140643202 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 405 Hilltop Drive, Ephrata, WA 98823. The sale of the described property is to take place at 10:30 am on the 26th day of May, 2017 at the main lobby of the Grant County Courthouse, Ephrata, Washington. The judgment debtor can avoid the sale by paying the judgment amount of $140,676.88 plus interest, costs and fees before the sale date. For the exact amount, contact the attorney at the address stated below. Dated this 6th day of April, 2017 at Ephrata, WA 98823. THOMAS E. JONES, Sheriff of Grant County By: Theresa Sheets, Civil Specialist cc: ALDRIDGE PITE, LLP Attn: Shannon K. Calt 111 SW Columbia Street: Suite 950 Portland, Oregon 97201 Phone: 1-858-750-7600 #04016/63916 Pub: April 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2017

Othello splits games with Ephrata on the diamond

EPHRATA — The postseason is just around the corner and with the way the Central Washington Athletic Conference is shaking out, Ephrata and Othello just might see each other again on May 3 in a District 5/6 loser-out game to open the playoffs.

Othello track team turns in strong performance

WAPATO — Ephrata is in a class by itself in both the boys and girls divisions, but the young Othello Huskies stepped up and made a little noise of their own April 13 at the CWAC track and field meet at Wapato.

Prep roundup: Ephrata wins non-league game with West Valley

EPHRATA — Ephrata knuckled down defensively and beat West Valley 12-3 in a non-league game.

The questions we do not have answers for

My son Grover who lives in Spokane had to deal with the suicide of a family friend two weeks ago. My friend Dolly Siegfried of Desert Aire dealt with a suicide in her family last week.

AC Pet Rescue receives much-needed upgrades at new facility recently

OTHELLO — Pulling onto the grounds of Adams County Pet Recue off Bench Road in Othello and seeing the outside of the spiffy new building, one gets the impression the facility must have every new bell and whistle imaginable.

Customer satisfaction is job one for successful companies

It may take United Airlines years to overcome the public relations nightmare of a doctor being dragged off an overbooked flight by Chicago police. That one incident not only sparked costly litigation, but could well impact the company’s bottom line and expansion plans.

A much-needed housing project is underway in Mattawa

MATTAWA — Housing availability on the Wahluke Slope has been a problem for several years. There is plenty of work but not enough workers because of insufficient dwelling places.

Eyvonne Evelyn Isaacson Perrault May 4, 1918 - April 5, 2017

Eyvonne was a wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, sister, nurse, friend, volunteer and caregiver. She was 98 years young when she became an angel in heaven on April 5, 2017 while holding the hands of her family.

Spring Clean drop-off event slated for Saturday

MOSES LAKE — Although the overall method and execution of the event is different from years past, Moses Lake residents still have the opportunity to get rid of items on Saturday during the city’s annual Spring Clean event.

Man dies in collision near Marlin

MARLIN — A Wilson Creek man died Tuesday afternoon after his truck plunged down a 200-foot cliff near Marlin.

Warden shuts down Kittitas in a non-league softball game

WARDEN — There's always temptation to have a drop-off in effort with a non-league game in the middle of the week, but the young Warden softball team stayed the course on a blustery day to beat Kittitas 7-2 for their 11th win of the season.

3 injured in collision near Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE — Three people were injured in a three-vehicle collision near Moses Lake Tuesday morning.

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Samaritan Hospital

Othello School Board talks tennis courts

OTHELLO — Portable classrooms, tennis courts and a survey where district patrons can give their opinions of the Othello School Board and the job its members are doing were the topics of discussion at the regular board meeting Monday.

Prison sentence for shooter in Soap Lake drive-by

SOAP LAKE — A Soap Lake man will be spending a year in prison for his involvement in a January drive-by-shooting in Soap Lake.

Shannon McKay

April 8, 1949 – April 22, 2017

Grant PUD discusses fiber options

EPHRATA — Grant County PUD commissioners will have to decide how – or if – to continue the expansion of the PUD’s fiber network. Utility district officials laid out the options under consideration during a public meeting Tuesday that attracted a full crowd to the commission meeting room in Ephrata.

MLHS notices students and staff

MOSES LAKE — “You have been noticed.”

Man faces drug, gun charges

MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake man is facing charges after meth was found in his vehicle and a loaded revolver was found in his pocket during a traffic stop in Moses Lake.

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Grant County Sheriff’s Office

Prayer breakfast seeks unity in fractious times

MOSES LAKE — Next Tuesday is a day for prayer in Moses Lake.

Othello School Board talks tennis courts

OTHELLO — Portable classrooms, tennis courts and a survey where district patrons can give their opinions of the Othello School Board and the job its members are doing were the topics of discussion at the regular board meeting Monday.

Legals April 26, 2017

STATE OF WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY NOTICE OF SEASONAL APPLICATION FOR CHANGE/TRANSFER OF WATER RIGHT UNDER ONE (1) GROUND WATER CERTIFICATE TAKE NOTICE: That David Stevens, of Wilson Creek, WA, has made application for seasonal change/transfer of water right in order to add a point of withdrawal and change the place of use for the 2017 irrigation season as granted under Ground Water Certificate No. 35-A, together with the change authorization issued November 4, 2015. That Certificate No. 35-A together with the change authorizes the withdrawal of up to 1000 gallons per minute, 232.5 acre-feet per year for the seasonal irrigation of 93 acres. That the authorized point of withdrawal is from a well located within the NE1/4SW1/4 of Sec. 2, T. 22 N., R. 28 E.W.M. That the authorized place of use is within the N1/2 Section 3, T. 22 N., R. 29 E.W.M.; NE1/4 and N1/2SE1/4 Section 4, T. 22 N., R. 29 E.W.M., North and East of existing railroad. That he proposes to add a well located within the S1/2SE1/4 of Section 3, T. 22 N., R. 28 E.W.M. That he proposes to change the place of use to include the NW 1/4 of Section 10 and W 1/2 NE 1/4 of Section 10, T. 22 N., R. 28 E.W.M., lying south of Crab Creek and north of the railroad tracks. Total irrigated acres will not exceed the 93 acres authorized. All within Grant County, Washington. Protests or objections to approval of this application must include a detailed statement of the basis for objections; protests must be accompanied by a fifty-($50.00) dollar recording fee and filed with the Department of Ecology, at the address shown below, within thirty (30) days from April 26, 2017. State of Washington Department of Ecology WATER RESOURCES PROGRAM - ERO PO BOX 47611 OLYMPIA, WA 98504-7611 #04037/67505 Pub: April 19 & 26, 2017

Legals April 26, 2017

AVISO DE AUDIENCIA PÚBLICA DEL CONSEJO DE CIUDAD DE OTHELLO Aviso por este medio esta dado que el Consejo Municipal de la Ciudad de Othello tendrá una audiencia pública para considerar la autorizaron al personal de la ciudad para solicitar una Subvención de Desarrollo Comunitario (CDBG) en le montón de $750,000 para Propósito General solamente a través de una licitación estatal financiero para la fundación de servicios públicos que benefician principalmente a personas de ingresos bajos y moderados. Los proyectos propuestos incluyen la construcción de un nuevo pozo y una represa nueva para la ciudad de Othello. La audiencia pública está prevista para el lunes, 08 de mayo de 2017 poco después de 6:30pm. La audiencia pública se llevara a cabo en la cámara del Consejo de Othello, 500 E Main Street, Othello, WA. El propósito de la audiencia pública es para recibir comentarios de los ciudadanos en los proyectos propuestos del pozo y la represa, particularmente de los ciudadanos de ingresos bajos. Comentarios también pueden ser presentados por escrito a la ciudad de Othello antes del 28 de abril de 2017. Un esbozo del proyecto propuesto estará disponible para revisión en la Oficina Municipal de Othello el 14 de abril a las 5:00pm. Las cámaras de Consejo de la Ciudad de Othello son accesible a discapacitados y la ciudad puede acomodar razonablemente las peticiones de necesidades especiales. Un intérprete que habla español estará disponible para personas que no hablan inglés. Por favor comuníquese con a la Oficina Municipal al 509-488-5686 por lo menos 24 horas antes de la reunión si se necesitan acomodaciones razonables. Todas las audiencias públicas están abiertas al público y los ciudadanos se les animan a asistir. Debbie L. Kudrna, CMC Secretaria de la Ciudad Publicado en la Sun Tribune el 19 de abril y el 26 de abril de 2017 #04032/66533 Pub: April 19 & 26, 2017

Prep roundup: Bats carry Chiefs to wild win in Wenatchee

WENATCHEE — With a score that resembled football more than softball, Moses Lake outlasted a Wenatchee rally to win 21-15.

Warriors deadlocked with Eagles atop the conference standings

MATTAWA — The Wahluke High School soccer team is right where it likes to be at this time of year — at or near the top of the 1A SCAC East Standings.

Royal City suffers the loss of a great man

ROYAL CITY — When Frank Mianecki Sr. passed away on April 7, his departure was felt throughout the community.

Ephrata wins the Battle of the Basin in a shootout

QUINCY — Ephrata senior Jirvin Espinoza took a deep breath and stared into the box during Tuesday night's CWAC shootout at Jaycee Stadium in Quincy. If he buried the shot, the Tigers would not only win the Battle of the Basin trophy, but keep pace to host a home game in the district playoffs.

Valdez's gem, timely bats help Moses Lake beat Wenatchee

MOSES LAKE — Location, location, location.

Othello Adult Soccer - Week 4 Standings

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Moses Lake Police Department

Soap Lake man charged in meth bust

SOAP LAKE — An alleged Soap Lake meth dealer was charged after a raid at his home turned up drugs and money that were used in controlled drug buys.

Moses Lake High School starts recognition program

MOSES LAKE — About 450 Moses Lake High School students were treated recently to root beer floats as part of a recognition of good attendance. It’s part of a district-wide program to use random acts of recognition to promote positive behavior.

Cleaning up, fixing up Grant, Adams counties included in funds for disaster relief

WASHINGTON D.C. — Grant and Adams counties will soon be seeing funds to aid in relief from the severe winter storms that ripped through the region this winter, as President Donald Trump has approved federal disaster assistance for 13 counties across Washington.

Richard E. Hofstetter

May 26, 1941 – April 20, 2017

Sasquatch lecture Thursday at museum

MOSES LAKE — A lecture about the possibility of missing links in the evolutionary chain, and that one of those possible links might live around the Pacific Northwest, is scheduled for 7 p.m. Thursday at the Moses Lake Museum & Art Center.

Ralph Grady Moore

October 12, 1959 – April 18, 2017

The age (and size and flavor) of asparagus

My earliest memories of asparagus are with my parents driving about the Basin and picking it as it grew along the roads, or wherever they found it. I don’t recall where for sure.

Legals April 25, 2017

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON COUNTY OF GRANT WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, | Case No. 15-2-00913-0 FSB, D/B/A CHRISTIANA TRUST, NOT IN | ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY, BUT | NOTICE OF TIME AND PLACE OF SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR RMAC | THE APPLICATION FOR DEFAULT TRUST, SERIES 2015-5T, | JUDGMENT | Plaintiff, | (CR 55(f)) | v. | CALENDAR DATE: May 5, 2017 | UNKNOWN HEIRS, ASSIGNS AND | TIME: 9:00 am DEVISEES OF ANDRES G. RODRIGUEZ | AND MARIA S. RODRIGUEZ; MANUEL | PLACE: Law and Justice Building 2nd Fl RODRIGUEZ; GUADALUPE RODRIGUEZ; | Room 242A ROBERT ROGRIGUEZ; STATE OF | 35 C St NW WASHINGTON; JAMIE ANN VALDEZ; | Ephrata, WA 98823 ALL OTHER PERSONS OR PARTIES | UNKNOWN CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, | TITLE, ESTATE, LIEN, OR INTEREST IN | THE REAL PROPERTY COMMONLY | KNOWN AS 232 3RD AVE S.E., QUINCY, | WA 98848, | Defendant. | | ATTENTION OPPOSING PARTIES: If you wish to attend this hearing, please contact the Grant County Superior Court Administrator for instructions as to how and where to appear. ALDRIDGE PITE, LLP Dated: April 20, 2017 By: /S/ SHANNON K. CALT, WSBA No. 44472 scalt@aldridgepite.com 111 SW Columbia St., Ste. 950 Portland, OR 97201 Attorneys for Plaintiff U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION #04047/69677 Pub:April 25, 2017

Accountably is important

I’m not going to sit here and be so insensitive to say that I know what it’s like to be abused. But there is such a thing in this world called accountability.

Prep roundup: Ephrata wins non-league golf match

SOAP LAKE — Class 2A Ephrata was able to beat a pair of 1A schools comfortably in a non-league match at Lakeview Golf and Country Club.

I can hear the train a comin'

It’s been nearly 15 years in the making and 20 years since rail service has operated on the tracks, but the Royal Slope Railroad is finally able to offer a weekly rail service to Othello.

Royal soccer blanks Kiona Benton on the pitch Friday

ROYAL CITY — The Knights improved to 3-2 in 1A SCAC conference play and 8-2 overall with a 5-nil home win over the Bears Friday.

Othello Adult Soccer - Week 4 Standings

Natural beauty in 'Steel Magnolias'

SOAP LAKE — “There is no such thing as natural beauty.”

Special legislative session starts today

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Volunteers clean up a well-loved park

EPHRATA — No sooner were the wood chips shoveled and spread out underneath the monkey bars than 7-year-old Maryah took hold and swung across.

Spring is here, more or less

MOSES LAKE — If it seems like it’s been raining more than usual this spring – well, it has, at least in April.

'Let's play ball!'

MOSES LAKE — Little League, both boys baseball and girls softball, began this year as it has for as long as anyone can remember — with a long and winding parade of teams through downtown followed by an opening ceremony at Larson Playfield.

Moses Lake man busted for meth

MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake man is facing charges after police reportedly found about 4 ounces of methamphetamine in his vehicle over the weekend.

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Moses Lake Police Department

Legals April 24, 2017

CITY OF MOSES LAKE PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held before the MOSES LAKE CITY COUNCIL, in the Council Chambers at the Civic Center located at 401 S. Balsam at 7:00 p.m. on April 25, 2107 to consider: An ordinance to authorize the City Council to assume the rights, powers, functions, and obligations of the City of Moses Lake Transportation Benefit District. Any person wishing to file for or against the above mentioned request may be heard at the above stated time and place. DATED: April 12, 2017 s/W. Robert Taylor Finance Director #04034/67496 Pub: April 17 & 24, 2017

Columbia Basin roundup: Moses Lake pitchers dominate in Sunnyside sweep

SUNNYSIDE — Savannah Ashley pitched a two-hit shutout, Gina Skinner threw a perfect game and Moses Lake handled Sunnyside 13-0 and 17-0.

Kirkpatrick named editor at Sun Tribune, Basin Business journal

MOSES LAKE — Bob Kirkpatrick took a different route into journalism. Most professionals in the field graduate high school, go on to college and get into the business right after receiving their diploma.

Wahluke Wariors golf season still on hold

MATTAWA — For one reason or another — be it the weather or spring break — the Wahluke High School golf season has been on hold — sort of. The Warriors have not yet played in SCAC competition.

Ephrata boys win Quincy Invitational, Royal girls second

QUINCY — The Ephrata boys won just three events at the 15-team Quincy Invitational on Saturday, but carried the day with depth points, winning by 20 points over second-place Omak.

Chiefs run win streak to five after sweep of Sunnyside

MOSES LAKE — March 25 feels like a lifetime ago.

Ephrata, Othello split key CWAC doubleheader

EPHRATA — With the way the Central Washington Athletic Conference is shaking out, Ephrata and Othello just might see each other again on May 3 in a District 5-6 loser-out game to open the playoffs.

Grant County PUD to consider contract for advanced electric meters

EPHRATA — Installation of new, advanced electric meters is projected to begin in September. Grant County PUD commissioners reviewed the proposed plan to buy and start installing the meters at the regular commission meeting Tuesday, April 11.

Othello Huskies soccer looking to get on a roll

OTHELLO — The Othello Huskies have an opportunity to take advantage of teams remaining on their schedule in the bottom half of the CWAC standings as they looking to get things rolling in the right direction.

Othello sports roundup Huskie boys set new school scoring record with win at CWAC tournament

GRANDVIEW — Huskie freshman Patrick Azevedo had the putter going on Tuesday, shooting a 4-over-par 76 to lead the Othello boys golf team to its best team score in the past four years at the CWAC league match at Blackrock Creek Golf Course in Grandview.

Public Meetings Set On PUD Fiber Options

EPHRATA — The Grant County PUD will hold two public meetings in late April to discuss the future of its fiber optic network. The first is scheduled for 2 p.m., April 25 at the PUD commission meeting room, 30 Southwest C St. in Ephrata. The second will be held at the George Community Hall, 403 West Montmorency Blvd., at 6 p.m., April 27.

Controlling crabgrass in home lawns

Each spring we fret over how to control crabgrass in our home lawns. In the Columbia Basin, the outdoor temperatures can change so quickly that we easily miss the proper timing when apply pre-emergent to control weedy grasses. It’s easy to apply the pre-emergent too early or too late. The timing according to soil temperature is my preferred method of knowing when to apply pre- emergent.

Ephrata mulls AirBnB regulations

EPHRATA — The Ephrata City Council took a first look at proposed regulations for short-term room and house rentals on Wednesday, with several council members expressing concerns over what allowing residents to become AirBnB hosts would mean for on-street parking and home occupancy in the city.

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Moses Lake Police Department

Family roots, transplanted primroses, and origins

Just a few days ago, I took time to visit my father. He is 97 1/2 years old now. I made the trip to Port Townsend because he had fallen and was in the hospital. Turns out he had pneumonia and was quite weak. The good news is that he has since recovered from his bacterial lung infection and is now regaining his strength in rehab.

FourGiven comes to Moses Lake

Alleged drug house raided near Soap Lake

SOAP LAKE — A suspected drug dealer was arrested Wednesday morning after authorities raided his Soap Lake home.

Learning to use scissors at the Moses Lake Library

MOSES LAKE — It’s “just a lot of fun” sitting on the floor and playing with kids, helping them learn new things and do something for the very first time.

Fishing at the Fill

Grant PUD meetings on fiber scheduled

EPHRATA — Grant County PUD customers will have a chance to tell commissioners their opinions and ideas for the PUD’s fiber network at two community meetings, one Tuesday in Ephrata and the second on Thursday in George.

2 injured in collision near Ephrata

EPHRATA — Two people were injured in a four-vehicle collision near Ephrata Wednesday afternoon.

2 arrested in Soap Lake burglary

SOAP LAKE — Two suspects in a series of burglaries at a residence north of Soap Lake were taken into custody on Wednesday.

Legals April 21, 2017

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 2017 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). The District's service area is located in Moses Lake, Warden and Othello areas of Grant and Adams Counties. The District operates the East Low Canal and its laterals plus some laterals on the Potholes East Canal. 49 locations on various canals, laterals, wasteways and drains within the District's service areas will receive these treatments to control the growth of algae, moss and pondweeds. Frequency of treatments varies from as often as biweekly to as seldom as twice per irrigation season depending on location and circumstances. Permanent signs giving notice of aquatic herbicide treatments have been erected at public road crossing of treated waterways within one mile of the treatment sites. The herbicides being used for these treatments are copper sulfate, Nautique Aquatic Herbicide (copper), Aquatic Weed Killer (xylene), Endothall and Magnicide H (acrolein) which are registered for such use under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). Water remains suitable for irrigation use during aquatic herbicide treatments. Treated water is not suitable for drinking or swimming. Individuals desiring additional information about these treatments should contact the East District's main office in Othello at (509) 488-9671 and ask to speak to the Secretary-Manager or Water Quality Supervisor. Inquiries may also be directed to the Department of Ecology Eastern Regional Office in Spokane, (509) 625-5194. East Columbia Basin Irrigation District, 55 North 8th Avenue, Po Box E, Othello, WA 99344. #05001/62195 Pub: April 21 & 28, 2017 & May 5, 2017

Local man heads up Mattawa housing project

I met with a man at Tiddaly Diddaly’s last Wednesday who has launched an ambitious housing project for the Mattawa community.

Prep roundup: Othello tennis takes non-league tilt with Connell

OTHELLO — Othello tennis took a break from CWAC play for a tilt with Connell.

There's no place like home in the Columbia Basin

It’s been said home is where the heart is. And there is a real truth to that. I’ve lived in several places throughout the Pacific Northwest in my 60 years on this earth — in big cities and small towns — and for me there’s no place like the rich agricultural region of the Columbia Basin.

Huskies dominate on the softball diamond

OTHELLO — A plunked batter and a base on balls were the only thing that kept it from being back-to-back perfect games for Othello pitchers and first cousins Dominique Martinez and Audisey Sauceda in Saturday’s CWAC sweep of Toppenish.

It's one game at a time for a young Warrior team

MATTAWA — Wahluke’s return to prep varsity baseball has not been easy, but it appears the program is back in the SCAC East to stay.

Vegetable gardening workshop tomorrow

OK, here is a chance for beginners and established gardeners to pick up a tip or two. Read on.

Huskies lose non-league match to Highland

OTHELLO — Non-league games this late in the season are more about pride than anything else. Reese Jones’ attempt to tie it with 10 seconds remaining went wide, left and time ran out on the Othello Huskies comeback attempt in a 2-1 loss to Highland (7-2) of Cowiche Thursday evening at Husky Stadium.

Homeless cat spay and neuter day

Sagehills Veterinary Service, in conjunction with Adams County Pet Rescue, is offering a homeless cat spay and neuter service day April 22 at Evergreen Implement in Othello.

No tax money for Planned Parenthood

While attending the listening session hosted by Dan Newhouse last week, it was apparent that the bulk of the crowd did not represent the constituency of our conservative county. One of the issues that concerned the group was the federal funding of Planned Parenthood. The point was made that the funding for Planned Parenthood is not appropriated for abortions in any way. Not true. I can assure you that the funding does facilitate abortions by freeing up other funds for abortion services. Actually it is estimated that funding abortions takes much of the annual Planned Parenthood budget. Planned Parenthood performs 1/3 of a million abortions each year; it’s the largest abortion provider in the nation, and has doubled its share of the abortion market since 2011. Pro-choice groups claim that abortions only make up about 3 percent of their services. That number is very misleading when you consider that a visit to obtain contraceptives would be equal to an abortion in the eyes in those running Planned Parenthood. You and I, directly or indirectly, fund abortions and I do not want to be responsible for facilitating the death of a baby. We have thousands of other federally funded services throughout our nation that can help women with their reproductive needs. Please, Dan Newhouse, do not appropriate one penny of federal money to Planned Parenthood. They already receive most of their funding from other sources, there is no question that the private sector would make up most, if not all, of the difference in lost revenue.

Murray in ML to praise ACA, calls for public option

MOSES LAKE — Sen Patty Murray, during a short visit Wednesday to the Moses Lake Community Health Center, said that it’s important to talk about successes — the lives saved — by the expansion of health insurance under the Affordable Care Act.

'Principals for a Day' at Christian Academy

MOSES LAKE — Brandon Swinger said he didn’t really know all the tasks required of a school principal.

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Laws should protect the vulnerable

I’ve always believed police are to protect and serve. As a mother who wishes to protect her disabled daughter who has been taken advantage of, it should be a crime. Laws need to be changed that protect the mentally disabled. Rape is rape, abuse even for an adult. I can’t fight alone. I’m asking people, please contact senators and those in Congress to change the laws to protect those who aren’t able to speak for themselves. We’re the voices that make America great. It’s time for a change. Help the homeless, veterans, education and programs that help the many people looking for a helping hand.

Opening day

MOSES LAKE — Despite all the rain clouds still hanging around, spring really is here. And that means it’s time to play ball.

Quincy hospital sees hope in port deal

QUINCY — The possible deal between the Quincy Hospital and the Port of Quincy is a “unique opportunity” that will help keep the hospital in the small but growing community, according to Glenda Bishop, director of the Quincy Medical Center.

District 13 lawmakers' bills signed into law

OLYMPIA — Several bills sponsored by local legislators were signed by the governor this week as the legislature wraps up the regular session which could be completed as soon as this Friday.

Legals April 20, 2017

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF GRANT JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ] ASSOCIATION, ITS SUCCESSORS IN ] CASE NO.: 14-2-00732-5 INTEREST AND/OR ASSIGNS, ] JUDGMENT NO.: 16-9-00304-6 ] Plaintiff, ] SHERIFF'S PUBLIC NOTICE OF ] SALE OF REAL PROPERTY vs. ] ] UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF ] LEON MASON; MARIA R. MASON; STATE ] OF WASHINGTON; OCCUPANTS OF THE ] PREMISES; AND ANY PERSONS OR ] PARTIES CLAIMING TO HAVE ANY ] RIGHT, TITLE, ESTATE, LIEN, OR ] INTEREST IN THE REAL PROPERTY ] DESCRIBED IN THE COMPLAINT. ] ] Defendants. ] The Superior Court of Grant County has directed the undersigned Sheriff of Grant County to sell the property described to satisfy a judgment in the above entitled action: LOT 2, SANDS HEIGHTS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 17 OF PLATS, PAGES 66 AND 67, RECORDS OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGON TAX PARCEL NO.: 140643202 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 405 Hilltop Drive, Ephrata, WA 98823. The sale of the described property is to take place at 10:30 am on the 26th day of May, 2017 at the main lobby of the Grant County Courthouse, Ephrata, Washington. The judgment debtor can avoid the sale by paying the judgment amount of $140,676.88 plus interest, costs and fees before the sale date. For the exact amount, contact the attorney at the address stated below. Dated this 6th day of April, 2017 at Ephrata, WA 98823. THOMAS E. JONES, Sheriff of Grant County By: Theresa Sheets, Civil Specialist cc: ALDRIDGE PITE, LLP Attn: Shannon K. Calt 111 SW Columbia Street: Suite 950 Portland, Oregon 97201 Phone: 1-858-750-7600 #04016/63916 Pub: April 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2017

Columbia Basin roundup: Big Bend sweeps Blue Mountain

PENDLETON, Ore. — Big Bend received a pair of solid outings from its starters and swept Blue Mountain 6-1 and 2-1.

Meat tenderizer and jerky slicer practical tools

A knife and a meat saw is all it takes to butcher wild game. This is true and, in fact, the way my butchering career began. Now, there should be no misunderstanding, when the words “My butchering career” are used. These words do not imply a career as a butcher was ever in my background.

Othello's Velazquez headed to Walla Walla to play soccer

OTHELLO — Nikki Velazquez is one of a dying breed. As three-sport athletes gave way to specialization and year-round focus in one arena, the Othello senior loves to get her game face on, no matter what the sport.

Warden's Delgado commits to Spokane men's basketball

WARDEN — Warden senior J.R. Delgado got a little taste of what it’s like to play with the best his senior season, leading the Cougars on a historic run to their first ever trip to the Class 1A state tournament at the Yakima SunDome, earning the South Central Athletic Conference East Player of the Year along the way.

Barry Loukaitis re-sentenced to 189 years in prison

EPHRATA — Alice Fritz looked into the face of the person who shot and killed her son Arnie at Frontier Middle School more than 20 years ago and instead of expressing anger and indignation, told him he has value.

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Grant County unemployment drops in February

YAKIMA — Unemployment in Grant County dropped eight-tenths of 1 percent between January and February 2017, and was lower than in February 2016. Unemployment was 9.7 percent in February, down from 10.5 percent in January 2017, and down from 10.7 percent in February 2016.

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Kristene 'Kris' Duncan-Crum

October 5, 1969 – April 15, 2017

Karen Ann Kinder

October 21, 1947 – April 14, 2017

Ready to play

Seattle man sentenced in Soap Lake drive-by

EPHRATA — A Seattle man who was involved in a January drive-by-shooting in Soap Lake was sentenced on Monday.

Ingeborg A. Vanourek

April 22, 1930 – April 2, 2017

Science, philosophy of humanity subject of museum lecture

MOSES LAKE — Scientific discovery and its impact on the philosophical questions of humanity will be the subject of a lecture at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Moses Lake Museum & Art Center.

Residents envision 'high school of the future'

MOSES LAKE — Even as the Moses Lake School District prepares to build the technology-rich, globally connected “high school of the future,” residents still believe that teenagers will need and want to come to school to learn hands-on skills, to participate in extracurricular activities, and simply to be with other people their age.

Legals April 19, 2017

AVISO DE AUDIENCIA PÚBLICA DEL CONSEJO DE CIUDAD DE OTHELLO Aviso por este medio esta dado que el Consejo Municipal de la Ciudad de Othello tendrá una audiencia pública para considerar la autorizaron al personal de la ciudad para solicitar una Subvención de Desarrollo Comunitario (CDBG) en le montón de $750,000 para Propósito General solamente a través de una licitación estatal financiero para la fundación de servicios públicos que benefician principalmente a personas de ingresos bajos y moderados. Los proyectos propuestos incluyen la construcción de un nuevo pozo y una represa nueva para la ciudad de Othello. La audiencia pública está prevista para el lunes, 08 de mayo de 2017 poco después de 6:30pm. La audiencia pública se llevara a cabo en la cámara del Consejo de Othello, 500 E Main Street, Othello, WA. El propósito de la audiencia pública es para recibir comentarios de los ciudadanos en los proyectos propuestos del pozo y la represa, particularmente de los ciudadanos de ingresos bajos. Comentarios también pueden ser presentados por escrito a la ciudad de Othello antes del 28 de abril de 2017. Un esbozo del proyecto propuesto estará disponible para revisión en la Oficina Municipal de Othello el 14 de abril a las 5:00pm. Las cámaras de Consejo de la Ciudad de Othello son accesible a discapacitados y la ciudad puede acomodar razonablemente las peticiones de necesidades especiales. Un intérprete que habla español estará disponible para personas que no hablan inglés. Por favor comuníquese con a la Oficina Municipal al 509-488-5686 por lo menos 24 horas antes de la reunión si se necesitan acomodaciones razonables. Todas las audiencias públicas están abiertas al público y los ciudadanos se les animan a asistir. Debbie L. Kudrna, CMC Secretaria de la Ciudad Publicado en la Sun Tribune el 19 de abril y el 26 de abril de 2017 #04032/66533 Pub: April 19 & 26, 2017

Legals April 19, 2017

STATE OF WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY NOTICE OF SEASONAL APPLICATION FOR CHANGE/TRANSFER OF WATER RIGHT UNDER ONE (1) GROUND WATER CERTIFICATE TAKE NOTICE: That David Stevens, of Wilson Creek, WA, has made application for seasonal change/transfer of water right in order to add a point of withdrawal and change the place of use for the 2017 irrigation season as granted under Ground Water Certificate No. 35-A, together with the change authorization issued November 4, 2015. That Certificate No. 35-A together with the change authorizes the withdrawal of up to 1000 gallons per minute, 232.5 acre-feet per year for the seasonal irrigation of 93 acres. That the authorized point of withdrawal is from a well located within the NE1/4SW1/4 of Sec. 2, T. 22 N., R. 28 E.W.M. That the authorized place of use is within the N1/2 Section 3, T. 22 N., R. 29 E.W.M.; NE1/4 and N1/2SE1/4 Section 4, T. 22 N., R. 29 E.W.M., North and East of existing railroad. That he proposes to add a well located within the S1/2SE1/4 of Section 3, T. 22 N., R. 28 E.W.M. That he proposes to change the place of use to include the NW 1/4 of Section 10 and W 1/2 NE 1/4 of Section 10, T. 22 N., R. 28 E.W.M., lying south of Crab Creek and north of the railroad tracks. Total irrigated acres will not exceed the 93 acres authorized. All within Grant County, Washington. Protests or objections to approval of this application must include a detailed statement of the basis for objections; protests must be accompanied by a fifty-($50.00) dollar recording fee and filed with the Department of Ecology, at the address shown below, within thirty (30) days from April 26, 2017. State of Washington Department of Ecology WATER RESOURCES PROGRAM - ERO PO BOX 47611 OLYMPIA, WA 98504-7611 #04037/67505 Pub: April 19 & 26, 2017

Soap Lake baseball shuts down Manson

SOAP LAKE — Soap Lake starter Colton Minoletti went the distance and the Eagles blew the game open with six runs in the sixth inning to beat Manson 9-2 in Tuesday’s Central Washington 2B game at Bob Nacke Field.

Edward Jerome Emry December 30, 1949 - October 22, 2016

Edward Jerome “Jerry” Emry was born on December 30, 1949 in Othello, Washington to Edward and Catherine Emry. Jerry passed away on October 22, 2016 at Harrison Medical Center in Bremerton, Washington.

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Golf has a way of driving me crazy. True, it's a short drive, but it's crazy nonetheless.

Yakima River Canyon Bird Festival showcases central Washington's natural wonders this May

Join the Kittitas Environmental Education Network (KEEN), Paul Bannick, and other bird watchers from May 12-14 for the first annual Yakima River Canyon Bird Fest.

Ingeborg A Vanourek April 22, 1930 - April 2, 2017

Ingeborg A Vanourek returned home to our Lord on April 2, 2017. Inge was born on April 22, 1930 in Vienna, Austria, the first child of Josef and Karoline (Friedenreich) Stattek. She grew up in the German Sudetenland region. Following World War II, her family was forcefully repatriated to Soviet controlled East Germany, where she graduated from high school in 1948. She then attended a Lutheran Deaconess Nursing school in Berlin, graduating in 1952. Soon after, she fled to West Germany, working as a Registered Nurse in Frankfurt, Germany. She immigrated to the United States on Jan 1, 1959, settling in Moses Lake, Washington. She married Jiri Vanourek in 1959 and raised 3 children in Moses Lake and Othello, WA. She became a proud US citizen in 1969. She returned to work as a RN at the Othello Convalescent Center, retiring in 1995. She relocated to Yakima, WA in 2001 and lived there happily in retirement.

Greetings from the Garden: location, location, location!

ROYAL CITY — You often hear people say that the most important thing when building something is the location. This is true when starting your garden. Vegetables like tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers and zucchini need full sun, lettuce and spinach do well with part sun. And having water readily available is essential. Although I found out that this may not be all that is required.

Prep roundup: Ochoa, McLean pitch combined shutout against Sunnyside

SUNNYSIDE — Ezekyel Ochoa and Evan McLean stifled Sunnyside en route to a 10-0 win for Moses Lake in six innings.

Fatal accident claims life of an Othello man

Othello Police Department assisted by Adams County Sheriff’s Deputies, Washington State Patrol, and Adams County Fire District #5 personnel responded to the 1200 block of North Broadway for a report of a collision and fire late Monday night.

After weather delay, Moses Lake takes care of Sunnyside 17-0

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake brought the thunder — literally and figuratively.

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Othello Adult Soccer - Week 3 Standings

Othello Adult Soccer - Week 3 Standings

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Salads: lettuce consider our options

Many of you know about the lettuce shortage currently going on. Wet weather in California has affected the production cycle, causing stores to either be out of lettuce, or have it at a much higher price, even if the quality of what is available has dropped. Affected the most is romaine, though iceberg has gone up in price as well. Spinach is doing okay though. Butter and red leaf lettuce are also in short supply right now too.

Kris Neff says job has changed her perspective

MOSES LAKE — Kris Neff said her career allows her to help people, and that’s crucial to her.

Lowe's donates $2,500 to Grant County Fairgrounds

EPHRATA — Lowe’s is donating $2,500 to the Grant County Fairgrounds as part of its Lowe’s Heroes program, according to Grant County Fairgrounds Director Mickey Webb.

5 injured in collision near Quincy

QUINCY — A Ephrata man was allegedly intoxicated when he struck another vehicle on state Route 28 near Quincy Saturday.

Elizabeth Betsy Landes

January 25, 1945 – April 13, 2017

Margarito Leyva pleads guilty to 2015 murder

EPHRATA — A Moses Lake man who shot and killed a Spokane man over a stolen Seattle Seahawks jersey and music box pleaded guilty to second-degree murder on Monday.

MLPD officers foil burglary attempt

MOSES LAKE — Two men are now lodged in the Grant County Jail after they were reportedly caught trying to burglarize a home in Moses Lake early Monday morning.

Legals April 18, 2017

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY JUVENILE DIVISION In the Welfare of: ) ) ESTRELLA MONTANO ) CASE NO: 17-7-00048-0 STEPHANIE MONTANO ) 17-7-00047-1 ) ) NOTICE AND SUMMONS DOB: 01/06/2016 ) BY PUBLICATION Minor Children (TERMINATION) TO: UNKNOWN FATHER anyone claiming a parental interest. A Petition to TERMINATE YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS was filed on March 2, 2017; A Fact Finding hearing will be held May 16, 2017 at 1:30 pm., at Grant County Superior Court, 35 C ST NW, Ephrata, WA 98823. YOU SHOULD BE PRESENT AT THIS HEARING. THE HEARING WILL DETERMINE IF YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS TO YOUR CHILD ARE TERMINATED. IF YOU DO NOT APPEAR AT THE HEARING THE COURT MAY ENTER AN ORDER IN YOUR ABSENCE TERMINATING YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS. To request a copy of the Notice, Summons, and Dependency & Termination Petition, call DSHS at 509/764-5757. To view information about your rights in this proceeding, go to www.atg.wa.gov/DPY.aspx. DATED this 5th day of April, 2017, By: /s/ Randi L. Herrin Deputy Clerk. #04025/65294 Pub: April 11, 18 & 25, 2017

Trump's run to POTUS spiced up the last of couple's 70 years

DESERT AIRE — According to election watchers, Donald Trump won the presidency last November because he attracted voters who had been discouraged over the last 30-40 years.

Columbia Basin roundup: Hunter Boyd joins Wenatchee AppleSox

WENATCHEE — Moses Lake native Hunter Boyd will have an opportunity to play summer ball with the Wenatchee AppleSox, the team said in a statement on Monday.

Othello golfers have it rolling

Golf has a way of driving me crazy. True, it’s a short drive, but it’s crazy nonetheless.

District seeks input on new high school design

MOSES LAKE — Despite the fact that last February’s school bond is still being disputed in court, Moses Lake School District officials are beginning to envision what the district’s second high school will look like.

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Eggs-travaganza: Hundreds participate in annual hunt at McCosh Park

MOSES LAKE — There are all sorts of strategies and routes to take when participating in the Moses Lake Lions Club’s annual Easter egg hunt at McCosh Park. And why wouldn’t there be? This is a serious event with serious implications if you don’t plan ahead.

Loukaitis to defer to victims' families, survivors in re-sentencing

EPHRATA — In a decision his defense attorneys state is without precedent, Frontier Middle School shooter Barry Loukaitis is deferring to the wishes of the surviving victims and family members of victims of the tragedy with regard to his resentencing.

Warden singer to compete for 'Next Diva Tejana' title

WARDEN — A Warden woman will be among the finalists singing for the title of the “Next Diva Tejana” in San Antonio Thursday night.

Legals April 17, 2017

LEGAL NOTICE Invitation to bid on construction/remodel project ADA Bathroom Construct/Laundry Room Remodel 1. Construct ADA bathroom to include: a. Sink b. Toilet c. Light Fixture d. Handrail(s) Will need to make a door in existing wall. Another wall will need to be built to separate ADA bathroom and laundry room. Install drain for ADA sink and toilet; water hookup. Install electric heater, tile floor. Room dimension and fixtures must comply with ADA rules and regulations. 2. Remodel laundry room Relocate washer and dryer Washer to be plumbed for water and drain (at new location) Dryer to be vented (at new location) Electrical hookup for washer and dryer (at new location) Electrical hookup and plumbing for installation of ice maker (to be installed at later date) Contact Duane White at 509-641-0154 to request appointment to look at the site. Written bid must be received by, April 28, 2017. Work to begin after school is out for the summer on June 14, 2017. Work must be completed by August 11, 2017. Bids should be sent to Almira School District #17, Shauna Schmerer, Superintendent, P.O. Box 217, Almira, WA. 99103. District Office phone number is 509-639-2414. #04022/65235 Pub: April 7, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 & 17, 2017

Mattawa wastewater system needs upgrades

MATTAWA — The City of Mattawa is looking to make about $2 million in upgrades to its wastewater system, but it lacks the resources to do so and will need to secure funding to get the job done.

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There are certain rites of passage that require a guy to cowboy up no matter how much it hurts.

Columbia Basin roundup: Moses Lake sweeps twin bill of Davis

YAKIMA — Moses Lake took two from Davis on Friday to salvage a series win 13-11 and 16-2.

Othello pitchers throw perfect game, no-hitter to shut down Toppenish

OTHELLO — A plunked batter and a base on balls were the only thing that kept it from being back-to-back perfect games for Othello pitchers and first cousins Dominique Martinez and Audisey Sauceda in Saturday’s CWAC sweep of Toppenish.

Super Sucker truck finds its place in agriculture

MATTAWA — When Greg and Candice Mead decided to leave Seattle to restart their lives in Mattawa three years ago they kept a truck they dubbed Super Sucker from the business they were leaving behind.

Richardson's two home runs, seven RBI help Moses Lake complete sweep

MOSES LAKE — “That’s gone,” a Davis coach murmured from inside the dugout as Brooke Richardson’s third-inning home run sailed over the center field wall.

Othello losing Director of Community Development, Travis Goddard, Apr. 14

OTHELLO — Director of Community Development Travis Goddard is resigning his position in Othello, having accepted an offer as the head of the planning department in Beaverton, Ore. His last day on the job is April 14. The move puts him quite a bit closer to his home roots in Vancouver, Wash.

K-9 Edo joins Grant County Sheriff's Office

The Grant County Sheriff’s Office has a new addition to its K-9 Unit program: Edo, a 2-year-old Belgian Malinois from the Netherlands. Edo (pronounced EE-doe) and his partner, Deputy Tyson Voss, will be attending a 10-week basic K-9 school in Spokane beginning April 17.

New medical provider's good bedside manner came naturally

MATTAWA — The first characteristics you notice when you meet Cindy Reed are her nearly-constant smile and a warm personality that comes from the heart

GC Democratic party announces meeting date

The regular monthly meeting of the Grant County Democratic Party will be Tuesday, April 18, at 6:30 p.m. at the Democrats’ building at the fairgrounds. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Fish kill the new story in dam breach saga

BURBANK — Ice Harbor Dam and three others on the lower Snake River have long been the targets of environmentalists who’d like to do away with all dams in favor of fish.

MLPD to apply for K-9 program grant

MOSES LAKE — Hoping to mirror the success of the Grant County sheriff’s K-9 program, the Moses Lake Police Department is going ahead with applying for a grant in hopes of adding a K-9 to the department.

Hankies out for 'Steel Magnolias'

SOAP LAKE — The story of the lives of six friends through good times and bad comes to the Masquers Theater stage beginning April 21. “Steel Magnolias” will run for three weekends, at 7 p.m. April 21 and 22, 28 and 29 and May 5 and 6. Three Sunday matinées are scheduled as well, at 2 p.m. April 23 and 30 and May 7.

Conley retires, port seeks replacement

MOSES LAKE — The Port of Moses Lake is seeking a new commissioner following the resignation of longtime commission member Mike Conley.

2 injured in Moses Lake collision

MOSES LAKE - Two teenagers were injured in a two-vehicle collision in Moses Lake Thursday morning.

Russian olive: Elaeagnus angustifolia

Russian olive is generally a shrub or may grow as a small tree. It may measure from 25 to 30 feet tall and be 8 inches in diameter. Some plants are armed with thorns. The bark peels in long strips and older trunks are deeply grooved.

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Health board proposes new fees for food vendors

EPHRATA — The Grant County Health District is proposing new fees on for-profit businesses that need temporary permits to cook and sell food in venues like the county fair.

Health district to seek state help with mumps, TB

EPHRATA — Grant County’s sole possible case of tuberculosis has the potential to cost the county’s health district upwards of $100,000 — a great deal more if it turns out to be not only TB but a strain of the disease resistant to two or more antibiotics.

Western Cold Storage was major business in 1941

E-mail from Cheryl

Kirkpatrick named editor at Sun Tribune, Business Journal

MOSES LAKE — Bob Kirkpatrick took a different route into journalism. Most journalists in the field took the traditional route and graduated high school, went to college and got into the field right after receiving their diploma.

Legals April 14, 2017

LEGAL NOTICE Invitation to bid on construction/remodel project ADA Bathroom Construct/Laundry Room Remodel 1. Construct ADA bathroom to include: a. Sink b. Toilet c. Light Fixture d. Handrail(s) Will need to make a door in existing wall. Another wall will need to be built to separate ADA bathroom and laundry room. Install drain for ADA sink and toilet; water hookup. Install electric heater, tile floor. Room dimension and fixtures must comply with ADA rules and regulations. 2. Remodel laundry room Relocate washer and dryer Washer to be plumbed for water and drain (at new location) Dryer to be vented (at new location) Electrical hookup for washer and dryer (at new location) Electrical hookup and plumbing for installation of ice maker (to be installed at later date) Contact Duane White at 509-641-0154 to request appointment to look at the site. Written bid must be received by, April 28, 2017. Work to begin after school is out for the summer on June 14, 2017. Work must be completed by August 11, 2017. Bids should be sent to Almira School District #17, Shauna Schmerer, Superintendent, P.O. Box 217, Almira, WA. 99103. District Office phone number is 509-639-2414. #04022/65235 Pub: April 7, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 & 17, 2017

Deanna Leigh Chapman July 2, 1956 - March 30, 2017

Our beloved mother, Deanna Leigh Chapman, 60, passed away on March 30, 2017, after battling cancer. She was blessed to have all of her children present on her final day.

CBHA participates in National Alcohol Awareness Month

Each year CBHA participates in national alcohol awareness month to raise awareness of alcohol abuse and steps that can be taken to prevent it. Drinking too much alcohol increases people’s risk of injuries, violence, drowning, liver disease and some types of cancer. CBHA conducted alcohol screening exams with patients on April 7 which is the day set aside nationally to raise alcohol screening assessments. Elsie Garza is a Behavioral Health Consultant at CBHA. “Patients were asked to complete a written self-assessment about their alcohol use,” she said. “All patient information is utilized for individual consultation only and kept confidential.” Garza stressed that alcohol screening is available year round. “We have three behavioral health specialists who work with our patients and their families.”

Bulldogs take two from Huskies baseball

OTHELLO — The Othello Huskies lost a little traction in the Central Washington Athletic Conference coming out of spring break, giving up two in a doubleheader to Ellensburg on Saturday at Huskie Field.

Public invited to Community Easter Sunrise Service

The Othello Ministerial Association would like to invite everyone to join them for their Second Annual Community Easter Sunrise Service Sunday, April 16 at 7 a.m. at Kiwanis Park. Pastor Mark Terayama from First Presbyterian Church of Othello will be speaking.

Columbia Basin roundup: Big Bend splits with WVC

MOSES LAKE — Big Bend scored four runs in the seventh inning to win its opener against Wenatchee Valley 7-4.

Ephrata beats Othello in OT for CWAC road win

OTHELLO — Othello did everything but finish. Ephrata did just enough to win and both teams walked away from Thursday night’s CWAC soccer match wondering what the heck just happened?

Lifetime appointments?

The United States Constitution was written by men who recognized that our country would remain secure only if those in government were moral, well educated in Judeo-Christian values, and recognized their responsibility to serve the public (not themselves).

2 arrested for drugs in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE — A man and woman were arrested in Moses Lake on Tuesday after they were reportedly caught selling drugs within 1,000 feet of a school.

Goodies in the grass Easter egg hunts offered throughout the Basin

COLUMBIA BASIN — Although the weather has been less than ideal over the last couple of days, forecasts are predicting favorable conditions for several area Easter egg hunts over the weekend.

Consent decrees important to protect people

Attorney General Jeff Sessions has asked for a review of all consent decrees entered into with police departments (intent to close them) believing they constitute government over-reach and the federal government should not be involved in how police departments operate.

Newhouse hosts listening session in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE — Things got testy during a congressional listening session Rep. Dan Newhouse, R-Yakima, held in the Moses Lake Civic Center auditorium Tuesday night.

Democracy or theocracy?

Do we live in a democracy or a theocracy? As I consider this question I realize some live in neither, some live in just one and others live in both. In some countries there is one leader all people are subject to. Other countries have a combination of sorts to govern the people. America has a democratic form of government that seems to have shifted from the people to the government in recent years. We still have the freedom of assembly but it seems only the loudest are being heard. The democratic form of government has three separate branches. Each branch should have checks and balances in order that no one branch has all the authority and should work in unity to preserve the integrity of all. It seems like in the past few years the judicial branch has gained authority over the other branches; however, the past two or three years the executive branch exerted its authority over the others.

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James Bright

James Bright, 73, passed away at home early Monday morning. Jim was born in Logan, Utah to George and Liona Bright.

Public meetings set on PUD fiber options

EPHRATA — The Grant County PUD will hold two public meetings to discuss the future of its fiber optic network in late April. The first is scheduled for 2 p.m. April 25 at the PUD commission meeting room, 30 Southwest C St. in Ephrata. The second will be at 6 p.m. April 27 at the George Community Hall, 403 West Montmorency Blvd., George.

Kennewick woman arrested in prostitution sting

MOSES LAKE — A prostitution advertisement posted on the internet landed a wanted Kennewick woman behind jail bars.

County changes address, road naming ordinance

EPHRATA — The Grant County Commission this week has approved changes to the county’s ordinance covering how streets in the county are named and how the addresses for homes and businesses are determined.

Listening sessions a step in the right direction

Rep. Dan Newhouse’s three “listening sessions” with constituents this week in Moses Lake, Sunnyside and Yakima attracted many people who wanted to weigh in on the issues. Changes coming with the election of President Donald Trump are on voters’ minds. Some critics say Newhouse took too long to see the voters and attempt to answer their concerns. At any rate, we’re glad the sessions happened and there’s more to come in the Lower Yakima Valley today and in Okanogan County on April 20. It would be interesting to see if similar issues crop up.

Legals April 13, 2017

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF GRANT JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ] ASSOCIATION, ITS SUCCESSORS IN ] CASE NO.: 14-2-00732-5 INTEREST AND/OR ASSIGNS, ] JUDGMENT NO.: 16-9-00304-6 ] Plaintiff, ] SHERIFF'S PUBLIC NOTICE OF ] SALE OF REAL PROPERTY vs. ] ] UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF ] LEON MASON; MARIA R. MASON; STATE ] OF WASHINGTON; OCCUPANTS OF THE ] PREMISES; AND ANY PERSONS OR ] PARTIES CLAIMING TO HAVE ANY ] RIGHT, TITLE, ESTATE, LIEN, OR ] INTEREST IN THE REAL PROPERTY ] DESCRIBED IN THE COMPLAINT. ] ] Defendants. ] The Superior Court of Grant County has directed the undersigned Sheriff of Grant County to sell the property described to satisfy a judgment in the above entitled action: LOT 2, SANDS HEIGHTS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 17 OF PLATS, PAGES 66 AND 67, RECORDS OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGON TAX PARCEL NO.: 140643202 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 405 Hilltop Drive, Ephrata, WA 98823. The sale of the described property is to take place at 10:30 am on the 26th day of May, 2017 at the main lobby of the Grant County Courthouse, Ephrata, Washington. The judgment debtor can avoid the sale by paying the judgment amount of $140,676.88 plus interest, costs and fees before the sale date. For the exact amount, contact the attorney at the address stated below. Dated this 6th day of April, 2017 at Ephrata, WA 98823. THOMAS E. JONES, Sheriff of Grant County By: Theresa Sheets, Civil Specialist cc: ALDRIDGE PITE, LLP Attn: Shannon K. Calt 111 SW Columbia Street: Suite 950 Portland, Oregon 97201 Phone: 1-858-750-7600 #04016/63916 Pub: April 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2017

3 Mattawa churches to combine for Easter

MATTAWA — Local congregations of the Mattawa and Desert Aire communities plan to combine for an Easter celebration on Sunday, April 16, to be held at the Priest Rapids Recreational Area Campground and Park.

Draven Nevarez etches his place in Moses Lake history

MOSES LAKE — The throw felt good out of Draven Nevarez’s hand when he released the javelin.

Unrest in Ghana makes sister-city relationship difficult

OTHELLO — Instability and violence in northern Ghana have made it difficult for Othello to actively support its sister city Wulensi right now.

How to caramelize onions

OK, so an old hunter can learn new tricks. Onions are a favorite food of mine, sweet onions, especially. Caramelizing onions is a new-learned skill. Don’t know why it took so long to discover this interesting and versatile food.

Prep roundup: Othello succumbs to East Valley's bats

YAKIMA — The Othello pitching struggles continued in a 17-7 loss in six innings to CWAC leaders East Valley (11-1, 10-0 CWAC).

Royal boys, Wahluke girls fare well at Best of the Basin meet

EPHRATA — Fernando Soto won the 300 hurdles and Abby Yorgesen won the high jump to lead the Royal boys and Wahluke girls to success at Ephrata’s Best of the Basin prep track meet last week.

Othello High School placed on lockdown

OTHELLO — Othello High School was placed on a brief lockdown Wednesday after a campus threat was allegedly made, according to the Othello School District’s Facebook page.

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Vicki B. Sligar

October 6, 1949 – March 30, 2017

Clarence Leldon Hayes

February 4, 1940 – April 7, 2017

Deanna Leigh Chapman

July 2, 1956 – March 30, 2017

Grant PUD to consider contract for advanced electric meters

EPHRATA — Installation of new, advanced electric meters is projected to begin in September. Grant County PUD commissioners reviewed the proposed plan to buy and start installing the meters at the regular commission meeting Tuesday.

Newhouse impressed by port, Mitsubishi

MOSES LAKE — As Rep. Dan Newhouse made his way through the maze that is Mitsubishi Aircraft’s test center here, he found himself somewhat overwhelmed.

How I normally begin my day – step by step

This morning, the alarm on my iPhone went off at 6:05 AM. When it made that familiar sound, I reached out and touched the word “stop” on the display screen to silence it. I habitually sleep on my side, but after I shut off the alarm, I always end up on my back.

Chad Bennett denied a mistrial

EPHRATA — Family and friends of murder victim Lucille Moore have a little more closure, as a judge denied a mistrial motion from the defense attorney of convicted killer Chad Bennett on Tuesday.

Ross Lee Noble

April 10, 1955 – April 7, 2017

TB case suspected in Grant County

MOSES LAKE — The Grant County Health District is investigating a suspected case of tuberculosis in the county.

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Legals April 12, 2017

NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING: The Othello Housing Authority has developed an Updated Agency Plan in compliance with the Quality Housing and Work Responsibility Act of 1988. It is available for review at the Housing Authority's Office located at 335 N. 3rd. The Authority's hours of operation are Monday thru Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. In addition, a public hearing will be held on April 20, 2017 at The Time Out Pizza at 1025 E. Main in Othello at 6:00PM. Angie Gomez, Executive Director, Othello Housing Authority. #04011/62237 Pub: April 5 & 12, 2017

Legals April 12, 2017

LEGAL NOTICE Invitation to bid on construction/remodel project ADA Bathroom Construct/Laundry Room Remodel 1. Construct ADA bathroom to include: a. Sink b. Toilet c. Light Fixture d. Handrail(s) Will need to make a door in existing wall. Another wall will need to be built to separate ADA bathroom and laundry room. Install drain for ADA sink and toilet; water hookup. Install electric heater, tile floor. Room dimension and fixtures must comply with ADA rules and regulations. 2. Remodel laundry room Relocate washer and dryer Washer to be plumbed for water and drain (at new location) Dryer to be vented (at new location) Electrical hookup for washer and dryer (at new location) Electrical hookup and plumbing for installation of ice maker (to be installed at later date) Contact Duane White at 509-641-0154 to request appointment to look at the site. Written bid must be received by, April 28, 2017. Work to begin after school is out for the summer on June 14, 2017. Work must be completed by August 11, 2017. Bids should be sent to Almira School District #17, Shauna Schmerer, Superintendent, P.O. Box 217, Almira, WA. 99103. District Office phone number is 509-639-2414. #04022/65235 Pub: April 7, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 & 17, 2017

West Valley sweeps Moses Lake in CBBN tennis action

MOSES LAKE — There’s not a lot of chinks in the West Valley armor and Moses Lake tennis coach Rich Gregoire was counting on a strong performance from his doubles teams in Tuesday’s Columbia Basin Big Nine match-up.

Third week the 'best writing yet' at Saddle Mountain Elementary

MATTAWA — Saddle Mountain Elementary students shifted the target of their month-long focus on writing in March from their principal to quality of education.

Teodulo Rudy Martinez February 17, 1933 - April 30, 2017

Teodulo Rudy Martinez, 84, of Royal City peacefully entered into eternal rest on March 30, 2017. Born in Del Rio, Texas on Feb. 17, 1933 Rudy was a true Texan, and was rarely seen without wearing one of his many cowboy hats and cowboy boots. A very quiet man with a big heart, he was always willing to help anyone in need and over the years opened his home to many of his acquaintances that needed a place to stay. He enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family.

Big bats lead Davis over Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE — Austin Valdez and the defense behind him breezed through the first three innings.

Othello refinances Main Street debt

OTHELLO — The Othello City Council voted unanimously on March 28, 2017 to refinance roughly $2.7 million in outstanding city bonds, reducing the city’s debt payments.

Othello Softball 15-11, Wapato 0-0

WAPATO — Mariah Deleon hit a grand slam in the opener and Othello (4-2, 4-2) cruised to a sweep of Wapato 15-0 and 11-0.

Take time to take stock of your life

After my heart attack last summer, I had the time to take stock of my life. I looked at things like my work load, my stress level, my eating habits and my weight.

Columbia Basin roundup: Big Bend's McCord player of the year

MOSES LAKE — Jacob McCord ended his sensational sophomore season at Big Bend by being named the 2017 Baden NWAC Men's Basketball Player of the Year.

Othello Adult Soccer - Week 2 Standings

Woman injured in Valley Road accident

MOSES LAKE — A 48-year-old woman was taken to Samaritan Hospital and arrested for DUI after she allegedly drove under the trailer portion of a semi early Saturday morning.

Quincy data center seeks fewer generators

QUINCY — The air in Eastern Washington is going to be a little cleaner thanks to a request from the Dell data center in Quincy to significantly reduce the number of diesel powered backup generators.

Baldemar Diaz

February 28, 1915 – April 8, 2017

Standing watch

Othello man charged in Warden robbery

WARDEN — A second suspect in a late March armed robbery in Warden is now facing charges in Grant County Superior Court.

2 arrested after drugs, stolen gun found in ML home

MOSES LAKE — A man and woman are now lodged in the Grant County Jail after police reportedly recovered almost a pound of methamphetamine, heroin, cocaine and a stolen rifle in a Moses Lake residence over the weekend.

George Industrial Park slated to receive state funding

GEORGE — An industrial park in George is slated to receive hundreds of thousands of dollars in funds from the state’s proposed capital budgets for water and road improvements which local officials believe could stimulate year-round economic growth for the area.

Salmon: a big fish can go a long way

A good-sized salmon can make a few nice meals, but what if you are not too sure about chopping it up into meal-sized portions? Since I am not very good at filleting a large fish, I cut off the head and tail. Then I cut it into four 4-inch steaks. These steaks were quickly filleted and then skinned.

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Moses Lake Distinguished Young Women pageant Saturday

MOSES LAKE — Eight high school juniors will compete for the title of Moses Lake Distinguished Young Woman at 7 p.m. Saturday at Moses Lake High School, 803 East Sharon Ave.

Frank Mianecki Sr.

October 14, 1940 – April 7, 2017

Legals April 11, 2017

LEGAL NOTICE Invitation to bid on construction/remodel project ADA Bathroom Construct/Laundry Room Remodel 1. Construct ADA bathroom to include: a. Sink b. Toilet c. Light Fixture d. Handrail(s) Will need to make a door in existing wall. Another wall will need to be built to separate ADA bathroom and laundry room. Install drain for ADA sink and toilet; water hookup. Install electric heater, tile floor. Room dimension and fixtures must comply with ADA rules and regulations. 2. Remodel laundry room Relocate washer and dryer Washer to be plumbed for water and drain (at new location) Dryer to be vented (at new location) Electrical hookup for washer and dryer (at new location) Electrical hookup and plumbing for installation of ice maker (to be installed at later date) Contact Duane White at 509-641-0154 to request appointment to look at the site. Written bid must be received by, April 28, 2017. Work to begin after school is out for the summer on June 14, 2017. Work must be completed by August 11, 2017. Bids should be sent to Almira School District #17, Shauna Schmerer, Superintendent, P.O. Box 217, Almira, WA. 99103. District Office phone number is 509-639-2414. #04022/65235 Pub: April 7, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 & 17, 2017

Mariners spring training with your grandson, priceless

Spring is in the air and a young man’s fancy turns to ... baseball. Maybe not, but since it’s not summer yet we’ll talk about baseball anyway.

Ephrata's Peters wins Moses Lake Invitational

MOSES LAKE — Kenedee Peters, the Class 2A 2015 state champion and 2016 runner-up out of Ephrata, dominated a majority 4A field at the Moses Lake Girls Golf Invitational, winning the event by 10 strokes.

North Central Regional Library sets up new site recently

WENATCHEE — The North Central Regional Library has launched its new website at www.ncrl.org. The new site was designed with user experience in mind and debuts a fresh look, more informational content, and new online resources.

Thomas (Tom) Walsh

May 14, 1947 – April 1, 2017

Del's Feed and Farm Supply to close in Othello

OTHELLO — Tractor Supply Company, the largest rural lifestyle retail store chain in the United States and owner of Del’s Feed and Farm Supply, has announced that the Del’s location in Othello will close this fall.

Newhouse hosting listening session in Moses Lake tomorrow

MOSES LAKE — If you have a concern you want heard, or just want to listen about what your congressman is doing in Washington D.C., then set aside some time tomorrow night.

Teodulo Rudy Martinez

February 17, 1933 – March 30 2017

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Work and music subject of museum lecture

MOSES LAKE — Work, and how work affected (and still affects) the music people sang and played, will be the subject of a lecture, with musical accompaniment, at the Moses Lake Museum & Art Center.

Sheriff's office welcomes new 4-legged deputy

MOSES LAKE — When the Grant County Sheriff’s Office’s newest four-legged deputy graduates from K-9 school, the county will have a team of three four-legged deputies fighting crime across the county.

'Fiddler on the Roof' Classic musical comes to Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE — Good theatre is one of those things that seems to get overlooked in our increasingly technological world. Good theatre wasn’t in the background or overlooked last week in Moses Lake, however, as Basin Community Theatre’s (BCT) production of “Fiddler on the Roof” entertained audiences and reminded people of the valued tradition of good theatre.

Legals April 10, 2017

LEGAL NOTICE Invitation to bid on construction/remodel project ADA Bathroom Construct/Laundry Room Remodel 1. Construct ADA bathroom to include: a. Sink b. Toilet c. Light Fixture d. Handrail(s) Will need to make a door in existing wall. Another wall will need to be built to separate ADA bathroom and laundry room. Install drain for ADA sink and toilet; water hookup. Install electric heater, tile floor. Room dimension and fixtures must comply with ADA rules and regulations. 2. Remodel laundry room Relocate washer and dryer Washer to be plumbed for water and drain (at new location) Dryer to be vented (at new location) Electrical hookup for washer and dryer (at new location) Electrical hookup and plumbing for installation of ice maker (to be installed at later date) Contact Duane White at 509-641-0154 to request appointment to look at the site. Written bid must be received by, April 28, 2017. Work to begin after school is out for the summer on June 14, 2017. Work must be completed by August 11, 2017. Bids should be sent to Almira School District #17, Shauna Schmerer, Superintendent, P.O. Box 217, Almira, WA. 99103. District Office phone number is 509-639-2414. #04022/65235 Pub: April 7, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 & 17, 2017

Huskies drop CWAC doubleheader to Ellensburg

OTHELLO — The Othello Huskies lost a little traction in the Central Washington Athletic Conference coming out of spring break, giving up two in a doubleheader to Ellensburg on Saturday at Husky Field.

Columbia Basin roundup: Moses Lake completes season sweep of Eastmont

MOSES LAKE — Quintz Whitaker likes to break the regular season down into segments.

Moses Lake beats West Valley in a shootout

MOSES LAKE — Eddie Reyes knelt down on the end line away from the noise, away from his teammates. The Moses Lake soccer fans that would eventually break out into the chant, “Eddie, Eddie, Eddie,” respected his time to himself as he prepared for the shootout Friday night at Lions Field.

Othello School Board hires 3 new principals recently

OTHELLO — Othello School Board members approved the hiring of three new principals for the 2017-18 school year at the regular meeting Monday.

Del's Feed and Farm Supply to Close in Othello

OTHELLO — Tractor Supply Company, the largest rural lifestyle retail store chain in the United States and owner of Del’s Feed and Farm Supply, has announced that the Del’s location in Othello will close this fall.

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I don’t know why I do it, but for some reason I expect today’s distance kids to know history and the legendary runners of ancient times, ya know way back in 1980. Most of ’em never heard of the runners legends are made of, but such is life after Twitter.

Praise be to God, the creator of everything

I like catalogs! I love going to the mailbox just to see which of the many catalogs I receive has arrived that day.

New principal in love with Quincy

QUINCY — Lisa Navarro-Uvila isn’t new to Washington.

Othello soccer returns to form, beats East Valley in shootout

OTHELLO — Head coach Bernie Garza pointed to his heart in the post-game huddle.

I wish I had my own narrator

When I read the Gospel of John there is a strong presence of the narrator. It is easy for me to neglect this fact.

Tickets on sale for benefit motorcycle raffle

MOSES LAKE — Tickets are on sale for a fundraising raffle for the Big Bend Community College Foundation. The winner of the “Wheels for Education” raffle will take home a 2013 Harley Davidson Softail Blackline motorcycle.

In the beginning…

The first Moses Lake newspaper was the Moses Lake Herald, first published on July 31, 1941. Note the Volume 1, on the left side, and the Number 1, on the right side of this first front page.

Evergreen donates tractor to Ghana

OTHELLO — Kwesi Osei-Bonsu doesn’t want his people to become dependent on handouts or largesse from others.

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Uncommon code

MOSES LAKE — The challenge absorbed students in the Digipen class at Columbia Basin Technical Skills Center.

Eco-Gardening Symposium taking signups

A half-day vegetable gardening workshop is being held in Moses Lake on Saturday, April 22 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The workshop will take place at the Columbia Basin Technical Skills Center, 900 E. Yonezawa Blvd.

Ginkgo Forest Winery move could help tourism

MATTAWA — Ginkgo Forest Winery is moving to Prosser.

Newhouse opens 2017 high school art competition

WASHINGTON D.C. — If you are in high school in the Columbia Basin and an artist, Fourth Congressional District Rep. Dan Newhouse, R-Yakima, has a competition for you.

Soap Lake police chief totals new patrol truck in crash

MOSES LAKE — Soap Lake Police Chief Ryan Cox was injured in a two-vehicle collision Wednesday night while driving his department’s new patrol truck near Moses Lake.

Linda Lee Curtiss

June 18 1948 – April 3, 2017

Legislature crafts internet privacy bills

Washington has joined several other states in proposing internet privacy protection bills after Congress blocked FCC regulations barring internet providers from selling their customers personal data.

Soap Lake to get surveillance cameras, plate readers

SOAP LAKE — Soap Lake residents will soon be seeing surveillance cameras and license plate readers strategically placed around the city, as the city council approved a motion to enter into an agreement with a company to bring 10 cameras and four license plate readers to Soap Lake.

Legals April 7, 2017

LEGAL NOTICE Invitation to bid on construction/remodel project ADA Bathroom Construct/Laundry Room Remodel 1. Construct ADA bathroom to include: a. Sink b. Toilet c. Light Fixture d. Handrail(s) Will need to make a door in existing wall. Another wall will need to be built to separate ADA bathroom and laundry room. Install drain for ADA sink and toilet; water hookup. Install electric heater, tile floor. Room dimension and fixtures must comply with ADA rules and regulations. 2. Remodel laundry room Relocate washer and dryer Washer to be plumbed for water and drain (at new location) Dryer to be vented (at new location) Electrical hookup for washer and dryer (at new location) Electrical hookup and plumbing for installation of ice maker (to be installed at later date) Contact Duane White at 509-641-0154 to request appointment to look at the site. Written bid must be received by, April 28, 2017. Work to begin after school is out for the summer on June 14, 2017. Work must be completed by August 11, 2017. Bids should be sent to Almira School District #17, Shauna Schmerer, Superintendent, P.O. Box 217, Almira, WA. 99103. District Office phone number is 509-639-2414. #04022/65235 Pub: April 7, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 & 17, 2017

Immigrant finds life pathway at WSU

MATTAWA — There’s a saying at Washington State University: Follow the red light from the clock tower at night to be guided home.

Greetings from the Garden: flower beds more than flowers

ROYAL CITY — Flower beds seem to be fading a little in popularity these days as many families have less space and more time restraints.

Wilda Roxana Hunt March 31, 1917 - March 26, 2017

Wilda Roxana Hunt was born March 31, 1917 to John W. (Bud) Harris and Jenna Cook Harris at Burley, Idaho. She had one brother, Dwight.

Ephrata scores two goals in two-minute span to down Mabton in non-league action

EPHRATA — Ivan Garay played for Ephrata High School back in 2003 when the Tigers had a 16-game winning streak and played with a little swag. He wants his guys to get a taste of that success, but sometimes you have rattle the cage to get the competitive juices flowing.

Huskies defeat Grandview twice in CWAC baseball

OTHELLO — With East Valley clinging to a one-game lead in the CWAC standings and three teams chasing hard just one game back, the Othello Huskies can ill afford to lose at home.

Pure distilled country music to be heard at Coffeehouse concert April 8

GEORGE — FarmStrong, a favorite group around here, will perform at the George Community Hall on Saturday, April 8, as part of he community’s George Washington Coffeehouse Concert Series.

Gretchen Laverne Gilland March 10, 1932 - March 26, 2017

Gretchen Laverne Gilland, age 85, passed away March 26, 2017 at Riverton Assisted Living in Richland, Wash.. She was born in Ava, Mo. on March 10, 1932 to parents, Rea and Dora Brooks.

Additional investments by the state Legislature would be money well spent

Each year, graduates from Big Bend Community College and Wenatchee Valley College land well-paying jobs or transfer to universities.

Quincy man accused of molesting daughter

[Editor’s note: the spelling “spate” is in the original document.]

Wording of laws is important

Please forgive me for not having super intelligence like attorneys, judges, or legislators. My thinking is very simple. Our country’s laws must be written in plain English, no ambiguity or room for interpretation. Words must remain static in meaning, or laws dissolve like sugar in water. Laws are ultimately based on human psychology, not technology.

Constitutional amendment would prevent income tax

Former 13th District Senator Harold Hochstatter used to say, “The issue isn’t the issue; who decides the issue is the issue.”

Bill to reassess military credit makes cut-off in House

A bill to reassess the way military service credit for state retirement plans is awarded to veterans who have been deployed narrowly made cut-off in the Appropriations Committee on Tuesday.

Group seeks to overturn court ruling in school bond case

MOSES LAKE — The drama of the $135 million Moses Lake School construction bond continues.

Former House candidate, wife arrested for child porn

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. — A former candidate for the 13th Legislative District has been arrested in Oklahoma City on charges of possession of child pornography.

Eyes on the road, not on the phone

When you’re surrounded by two or three tons of steel, hurtling down a road at 70 miles an hour, it would make sense to give your full attention to what you’re doing so you don’t slam into anything. Wouldn’t it?

Adams County unemployment drops in February

RITZVILLE — More nonfarm jobs came to Adams County in the second half of 2016, and contributed to a slight drop in unemployment in February 2017.

FSA loan program taking applications

EPHRATA — Applications are being accepted for a U.S. Department of Agriculture program that provides loans to beginning farmers and ranchers, as well as farmers in “underserved” groups.

Put party politics aside and confirm Gorsuch

I am saddened and troubled by Senator Charles Schumer’s diatribe against Judge Neil Gorsuch for a seat on the U. S. Supreme Court.

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Quincy swears in new interim police chief

QUINCY — Quincy’s new interim police chief was sworn in Tuesday evening, and his first official act was to swear in a new a police officer.

Legals April 6, 2017

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF GRANT JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ] ASSOCIATION, ITS SUCCESSORS IN ] CASE NO.: 14-2-00732-5 INTEREST AND/OR ASSIGNS, ] JUDGMENT NO.: 16-9-00304-6 ] Plaintiff, ] SHERIFF'S PUBLIC NOTICE OF ] SALE OF REAL PROPERTY vs. ] ] UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF ] LEON MASON; MARIA R. MASON; STATE ] OF WASHINGTON; OCCUPANTS OF THE ] PREMISES; AND ANY PERSONS OR ] PARTIES CLAIMING TO HAVE ANY ] RIGHT, TITLE, ESTATE, LIEN, OR ] INTEREST IN THE REAL PROPERTY ] DESCRIBED IN THE COMPLAINT. ] ] Defendants. ] The Superior Court of Grant County has directed the undersigned Sheriff of Grant County to sell the property described to satisfy a judgment in the above entitled action: LOT 2, SANDS HEIGHTS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 17 OF PLATS, PAGES 66 AND 67, RECORDS OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGON TAX PARCEL NO.: 140643202 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 405 Hilltop Drive, Ephrata, WA 98823. The sale of the described property is to take place at 10:30 am on the 26th day of May, 2017 at the main lobby of the Grant County Courthouse, Ephrata, Washington. The judgment debtor can avoid the sale by paying the judgment amount of $140,676.88 plus interest, costs and fees before the sale date. For the exact amount, contact the attorney at the address stated below. Dated this 6th day of April, 2017 at Ephrata, WA 98823. THOMAS E. JONES, Sheriff of Grant County By: Theresa Sheets, Civil Specialist cc: ALDRIDGE PITE, LLP Attn: Shannon K. Calt 111 SW Columbia Street: Suite 950 Portland, Oregon 97201 Phone: 1-858-750-7600 #04016/63916 Pub: April 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2017

Judy Warnick's effort to block income tax fails

OLYMPIA — On March 7, the state Senate’s Democrat minority blocked a proposed constitutional amendment that would ban a tax on individual incomes in Washington.

Othello Huskies Golf Roundup

Othello’s best at 9-hole girls golf meet 73

Columbia Basin roundup: Local wrestlers compete in out-of-state tournaments

MOSES LAKE — Two weeks.

Un inmigrante de Guatemala encuentra camino en la WSU

MATTAWA — Hay un dicho en la Universidad Estatal de Washington: Sigue a la luz roja en la torre del reloj para que te enseñe el camino a casa.

Othello Adult Soccer League Standings

Week 1

BBCC trustee receives national award

MOSES LAKE — Big Bend Community College trustee Jon Lane will be one of six people honored with a national award for community college alumni. The Outstanding Alumni Award will be presented by the American Association of Community Colleges April 24 in New Orleans.

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McIlwain gets 19 years for Soap Lake standoff, shooting

EPHRATA — A Toppenish man who shot at two people in August 2015 and triggered a lengthy standoff in Soap Lake will be spending 19 years behind prison bars.

Man charged in Warden robbery

WARDEN — One of three suspects in an armed robbery in Warden has been charged with two crimes in Grant County Superior Court.

Washington poet laureate in Moses Lake Thursday

MOSES LAKE — Washington poet laureate Tod Marshall will discuss poetry and read a selection of his works in a presentation at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Moses Lake Museum & Art Center.

North Central Regional Library rolls out new website

WENATCHEE — The North Central Regional Library has launched its new website at www.ncrl.org. The new site was designed with user experience in mind and debuts a fresh look, more informational content, and new online resources.

Third week the 'best writing yet' at Saddle Mountain Elementary

MATTAWA — Saddle Mountain Elementary students shifted the target of their month-long focus on writing in March from their principal to quality of education.

Robert D. Roach

June 28, 1942 – March 31, 2017

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Legals April 5, 2017

PUBLIC NOTICE AT&T Mobility, LLC is proposing to install new wireless telecommunications antennas on an existing water tank located at 900 South Juniper Drive., Moses Lake, Grant County, WA 98837. The new facility will consist of replacing two existing antennas with two new antennas and installing associated equipment. The new antennas will haveat a center height of 65 feet above ground level. and installing associated equipment. In addition, two existing antenna mounts will be modified. Any interested party wishing to submit comments regarding the potential effects the proposed facility may have on any historic property may do so by sending such comments to: Project 6117001262- SF c/o EBI Consulting, 3703 Long Beach Blvd, Suite 421 2nd Floor, Long Beach, CA, 90807 or via telephone at (617) 715-1817781) 273-2500. #04010/62171 Pub: April 5, 2017

Legals April 5, 2017

SUMMARY PUBLICATION AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OTHELLO, WASHINGTON, PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF LIMITED TAX GENERAL OBLIGATION REFUNDING BONDS IN THE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF NOT TO EXCEED $2,700,000 TO PROVIDE FUNDS TO REFUND CERTAIN OUTSTANDING LIMITED TAX GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS OF THE CITY; DELEGATING CERTAIN AUTHORITY TO APPROVE THE FINAL TERMS OF THE BONDS THE CITY REPRESENTATIVE IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE; AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 1470 In accordance with RCW 35A.12.160, the following is a summary of Othello Ordinance No. 1490, passed by the Othello City Council and approved by Mayor Shawn R. Logan on the 27th day of March, 2017. The full text may be mailed, free of charge, to any person requesting a copy. Rebecca Perez-Ozuna Deputy City Clerk #04007/62178 Pub: April 5, 2017

Cascade blasts Ephrata in non-league softball action

EPHRATA — Becca Helsley roped a single to right-center field, rounded first base and kept going, trying to make something happen. The Tiger third baseman was thrown out at second base to end the game, but at least she went down swinging in Tuesday’s 16-1 non-league loss to Cascade.

Greetings from the garden: plant something new

ROYAL CITY — It’s spring and time to begin a whole new gardening chapter. If you haven’t already started, it’s time to get to work on those spring gardening chores.

20th Annual Othello Sandhill Crane Festival draws big crowd

OTHELLO — Birdwatchers and people interested in nature and the outdoors took advantage of a sunny Saturday to fill the Othello High School gym and fan out through the region as part of the 20th annual Sandhill Crane Festival.

Prep roundup: Moses Lake earns first win of season

EAST WENATCHEE — Moses Lake stayed patient and picked up its first win of the season against Eastmont 4-1.

Huskie girls No. 1 doubles, remains unbeaten in tennis

OTHELLO — Husky seniors Tanaya Andersen and Katie Walker have been playing together long enough to know how to knuckle down when the match turns into a slugfest.

Othello softball: Selah 4-12, Othello 1-1

OTHELLO — Selah’s big bats were too much for Othello in a doubleheader sweep 4-1 and 12-2.

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Ephrata man sentenced for assault

EPHRATA — A Ephrata man was sentenced for an assault involving his infant daughter, who received bruises on her body and a skull fracture. Medicals records, however, do not prove whether or not the man is responsible for the girl’s head injury.

Commissioners asked to consider WATVs in county

EPHRATA — A group of Moses Lake business owners is asking Grant County to follow the lead of many the county’s cities and allow licensed, wheeled all-terrain vehicles (WATVs) on some county roads.

Warden schools seek approval for construction bond

WARDEN — The problem is a familiar enough one in the Columbia Basin.

Railroad mainline subject of museum lecture

MOSES LAKE — The days when the railroad was the way in and out of central Washington – and an economic lifeline – will be the subject of a lecture at 3 p.m. Wednesday at the Moses Lake Museum & Art Center.

Topping the lowly ramen

Consider the lowly ramen noodle. A chunk of petrified pasta, waiting for that universal solvent, water. Considered fare for the young or those stretching their dollars, it is one rung lower than boxed macaroni and cheese in the culinary ladder to the basement.

Legals April 4, 2017

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING City of Warden Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Warden will hold a public hearing to consider a petition for annexation submitted by the Port of Warden. The applicant has requested annexation of certain property located near the Warden Municipal Airport, in Township 17, Range 30 Section 16. A public hearing will be held on April 25, 2017 beginning at 7:00 pm or as soon as possible, thereafter. The hearing will be held in Council Chambers located at 201 South Ash Avenue, Warden, Washington. For additional information please contact Kristine Shuler, City of Warden, 509.349.2326. #04014/63465 Pub: April 4, 2017

Hockey stars come from somewhere, maybe even the Moses Lake Hockey Association?

I don’t even remember where they came from, but I wished I would have thrown these treasures into the box when I left the job. I had some old hockey media guides from the Western Hockey League, the kind of things you hang onto because they’re cool.

Kwei Osei-Bonsu: Ghanaian no stranger to visiting Othello

OTHELLO — When Kwei Osei-Bonsu makes the arduous, day-long trip from Ghana to Othello, he doesn’t really feel like he’s leaving home.

Ephrata Middle School students show off their talents

EPHRATA — About 20 Ephrata Middle School students shared their musical and comedy skills with the whole school at the annual all-school talent show Friday.

New gizmo to help MLPD reduce pursuits

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Police Department will soon be getting a new technology that will aid officers in reducing high-speed chases and help in better locating and apprehending suspects.

It's all geek at Wenatchee pop culture convention

WENATCHEE — Costumes. Gaming tournaments. Time machines. It’s all coming to the Wenatchee next Saturday at the first annual WEN-CON, held at the Town Toyota Center.

DYW program set for April 15

MOSES LAKE — “Commotion at the Ocean” will the theme of the 2017 Distinguished Young Women of Moses Lake program. The program is scheduled for 7 p.m. April 15 at the Moses Lake High School theater, 803 East Sharon Ave.

Building up Big Bend Construction on new workforce education building could start by 2018

MOSES LAKE — The construction schedule will depend on funding, but as of now the plan is to open the workforce education building at Big Bend Community College in 2020. Preliminary plans for the new building were delivered last week.

Gary C. 'Ozzie' Osburn

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Legals April 3, 2017

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS SEAL COAT PROJECT - 2017 Moses Lake, Washington Sealed bids will be received at Civic Center Annex, 321 South Balsam, (P.O. Box 1579), Moses Lake, Washington 98837 until APRIL 18, 2017; 2:00 PM, for the above-named improvement. Said bids will be opened and publicly read at that time. All bids shall be received before said opening time in sealed envelopes with SEAL COAT PROJECT - 2017 marked plainly thereon. All bids shall be accompanied by a deposit in the form of a postal money order, cashier's check, or bond in an amount equal to 5 percent of the maximum total amount of the bid. Should the successful bidder fail to enter into a contract or furnish a satisfactory contract bond within the time stated in the specifications, the deposit shall be forfeited to the City. Plans and specifications shall be obtained at the Civic Center Annex at the above address for a non-refundable fee of $35.00. Only bids from bidders who have purchased plans and specifications at the Civic Center Annex will be accepted. Copies of plans and specifications are on file for review at various construction councils. Contact person: Randy Graffe; (509)764-3778 PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Schedule A includes completing approximately 156,800 square yards with a 3/8" - No. 10 seal coat, and fog sealing approximately 156,800 square yards on streets within the City of Moses Lake. Other work includes applying temporary raised pavement markings, sweeping, utility adjustments, flushing streets, brooming, and traffic control. The emulsified asphalt to be used is CRS-2P. Estimated Project Cost: $650,000 base bid The City Council reserves the right to reject any or all bids if such action is in the best interest of the City. #04008/62095 Pub: March 31, 2017 & April 3, 2017

Royal Knights off to brilliant soccer start of season Warden falls 3-0, Cashmere bounced, 6-0

ROYAL CITY — Six games into the season, the Royal High School soccer team has stamped itself a state tournament contender.

Othello returns to form, beats East Valley in shootout

OTHELLO — Head coach Bernie Garza pointed to his heart in the post-game huddle.

Columbia Basin roundup: Warden runs win streak to six games

WARDEN — Ashlyn Yamane was a combined 6-for-6 in Warden's doubleheader sweep of Royal 25-2 and 8-1.

Othello baseball team sweeps Grandview to stay in CWAC hunt

OTHELLO — With East Valley clinging to a one-game lead in the CWAC standings and three teams chasing hard just one game back, the Othello Huskies can ill afford to lose at home.

How many phone books does one family need?

My life this week has been in a turmoil. I am getting all new flooring, and I had to move all my “stuff” out of the dining room and one bedroom this week so the workers could get started.

City of Othello website now available on mobile phones

OTHELLO — City Clerk Debbie Kudrna has announced that the City of Othello’s new website is available on mobile phones and devices at www.othellowa.gov.

Royal Knights take 2 from River View in baseball

ROYAL CITY — The Royal High Knights took a big leap toward post-season baseball play Saturday by sweeping two tough SCAC East contests against River View.

CBHA welcomes Patricia Williamson, MSN, FNPC

Patricia (Patti) Williamson grew up in the St. Louis area of Missouri. She spent the first 30 years of her working life as an executive in the insurance industry. Along the way she developed an interest in medicine. She describes herself as a “caregiver by nature” and actually loves taking care of people. She made a decision to go back to school earning her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Maryville University in St. Louis in 2003. She continued working towards her goal of becoming a Family Nurse Practitioner by earning a Master of Science in Nursing (Adult Nurse Practitioner) in 2006 and, finally, in 2010, she received her Post-Graduate Certificate as a Family Nurse Practitioner.

Quincy teen charged with burglary

QUINCY — A Quincy teen is facing possible time behind bars after she was reportedly found burglarizing a rural Quincy residence and was held at gunpoint by the homeowner until a deputy arrived.

Huskies soccer tops Lakeside, surprised by Ephrata

OTHELLO — What a difference a day makes. The CWAC-leading Othello boys soccer team was riding high after handing previously unbeaten 3A powerhouse Lakeview a 3-2 loss in non-league action Friday at home.

Bold business owners sought for Asian trade

MATTAWA — Alan Peterson and Vern Jenkins stopped by Ginkgo Forest Winery recently on a tour of grant county aimed at finding business owners who might like to market their products in Japan, Korea and/or Taiwan.

Wahluke downs Highland, 2-1, to even soccer mark

MATTAWA — Playing the toughest competition around has its risks, the Wahluke High soccer team has learned this spring. A 2-1 victory over Highland on Saturday got the Warrior record back to even at 3-3.