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Quincy Farmer Consumer Day coming Sept. 8

QUINCY — The second Saturday in September is coming soon. Which means it’s time for Quincy’s annual Farmer Consumer Awareness Day festival.

Russell J. Rupe

June 11, 1973 – August 25, 2018

$25,000 bail set for accused carjacker

MOSES LAKE — Bail has been set at $25,000 for a Moses Lake woman who stole a 69-year-old woman’s car in Moses Lake on Wednesday and went on to crash the vehicle at a high-traffic intersection in Moses Lake.

Karen M. Whitney-Deleon

Karen M. Whitney-Deleon was called home by the Lord on Wednesday morning Aug. 22, 2018, during her two-month illness at Sacred Heart Hospital in Spokane, Wash. Karen was 55 years old. She leaves behind her loving husband of 10 years Benny Deleon, her mother Violet Whitney, her brother Ed and her cousin Dixie Flores (aka Sis) who helped care for her several months prior to her death. She is preceded in death by her father Clyde Whitney and numerous aunts and uncles.

Is there a climate change of the soul?

I’m going to give you some words and you tell me what you think about them: climate change.

Ruth Virginia Maw Sessions

August 16, 1924 – August 27, 2018

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Columbia Valley Administration proposed

E-mail from Cheryl

What to do about corn suckers?

My father grew corn in his garden, but I never paid much attention to how he tended to it. I just ate it when it was ripe.

Legals August 31, 2018

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF GRANT MARIA SANCHEZ | | No. 17-2-01456-3 Plaintiff, | | SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION v. | | JESUS C. VILLA, individually, and d/b/a | VILLA MOBILE SET-UP, and LUIS VILLA, | individually, and JUAN CARLOS | RAMIREZ, individually, | | Defendants. | ____________________________________| TO: DEFENDANTS The State of Washington to the said JESUS C. VILLA, individually, and d/b/a VILLA MOBILE SET-UP, and LUIS VILLA, individually, and JUAN CARLOS RAMIREZ, individually: You are hereby summoned to appear within sixty days after the date of the first publication of this summons, to wit, within sixty days after the 10th day of August 2018, and defend the above entitled action in the above entitle court, and answer the complaint of the plaintiff Maria Sanchez, and serve a copy of your answer upon the undersigned attorneys for plaintiff Maria Sanchez, at their office below stated; and in case of your failure so to do, judgment will be rendered against you according to the demand of the complaint, which has been filed with the clerk of said court. Plaintiff Sanchez paid Defendants for the purchase, delivery and set-up of a "mobile home." Defendants misrepresented the "mobile home" as suitable for use as a home to Sanchez. Sanchez confronted Defendants about the nature and condition of the mobile home, and presented facts that it was not the home represented to her. Defendants refuse to return money to Sanchez that she paid them. This Summons is issued pursuant to Rule 4.28.110 of the Superior Court Civil Rules of the State of Washington. DATED this 3rd day of August , 2018. LACY KANE & KUBE, P.S. /s/Corey M. Kane_____________ COREY M. KANE, WSBA #49710 Attorney for Plaintiff #09004/216321 Pub: August 10, 17, 24, 31, 2018 & September 7, 14, 2018

Mid-Columbia Symphony opens 2018-19 season

RICHLAND — The Mid-Columbia Symphony opens its 74th season with a concert commemorating the 100th birthday of American composer Leonard Bernstein Sept. 8. All four concerts in the 2018-19 season are at Richland High School, 930 Long Ave. in Richland. Bernstein’s most famous work is “West Side Story” and the concert will include the symphonic dances from the classic Broadway musical. The program also includes the overture from Bernstein’s operetta “Candide” and” the short piece “Slava,” written in tribute to cellist and conductor Mstislav Rostropovich. The concert finale is Bernstein’s First Symphony, “Jeremiah,” with mezzo-soprano Clara Osowski as the soloist. “Landmarks” is the theme of the 2018-19 season, and it includes plenty of landmark music from landmark composers. The Nov. 10 concert focuses on a landmark city, Rome, with excerpts from “Tosca,” Puccini’s opera set in the time of Napoleon. The program also includes the suite from the movie “La Dolce Vita” by Italian composer Nino Rota, and “Pines of Rome,” by Ottorino Respighi. Guest vocalists and the Mid-Columbia Mastersingers will join the orchestra. “Last Works” are the program for the Jan. 27 concert. It features last works from English composer Benjamin Britten (“Welcome Ode”) and Lili Boulanger (“D’un matin de printemps”), a French composer who died at 24 years of age. The “London” symphony, the last work of Franz Joseph Haydn, is the concert finale. Soprano Molly Holleran and the Mid-Columbia Mastersingers Youth Chorus will be the guest soloists. The season finale, June 1, is a performance of Symphony No. 7, the “Leningrad” Symphony, by Dimitri Shostokovich. The symphony is most famous for the performance in August 1942 in Leningrad (now St. Petersburg), which at the time was surrounded by Nazi German forces and had been under siege for about a year. The orchestra will host a debut concert March 23, with the musicians to be determined. The music includes Symphony No. 4 by Johannes Brahms and “Short Ride in a Fast Machine” by American composer John Adams.

WIAA implements football seeding committee to sort out playoff picture

It’s just been a matter of waiting for the smoke to clear. With a certain crispness in the air and fall on the way, it’s time for high school football to take center stage.

Royal preparing to win another 1A state championship

ROYAL — The road to the state football championship goes through the three-time state champion Royal Knights (41), who roll into the 2018 season on the nation’s sixth longest winning streak, coming off their third consecutive 1A state championship. Take a good look now while the South Central Athletic Conference East standings read zero’s across the board and the teams are listed in alphabetical order, because that’s the furthest down the list the Knights, who have not lost since the 2014 state quarterfinals, will be. Washington Coaches Association Hall of Fame coach Wiley Allred tells his guys every year, “We’re not trying to repeat, we’re just trying to win a state championship.” They’ve bought in and this year’s team is preparing to win the final game of the season. The challenge every year is to establish an identity with the current chess pieces, Allred said. “Every year we search for excellence and every year the kids have something to prove,” said Allred, who was the Don Shula high school coaches award national runner-up in 2017. “The kids work really hard to be their best, which is something we strive for every year.” They lose 17 seniors, including SCAC player of the year Corbin Christensen, who caught a touchdown pass and had a pass interception in last season’s state championship game. But they return a core group centered around quarterback Sawyer Jenks. Where there was a little bit of mystery going into last year with Sawyer taking over for older brother Kaden Jenks, who’s now vying for the starting job a Weber State University. Sawyer threw five touchdown passes in his first game as the starter and finished the season 149-of-249 for 2,790 yards and 40 touchdowns with just four interceptions. This year, there is no doubt Jenks is the triggerman for one of the most explosive offenses in the state. The offense averaged 56.6 points a game in 2017, backed by a defense went into the championship game allowing just 3.46 points a game with eight shutouts in 13 contests. “Sawyer has improved. He’s stronger and more familiar with the system,” Allred said. “If you can run the ball and throw when you want, that’s been a pretty successful formula for us.” The Knights return leading rusher Alonso Hernandez, who carried 24 times for 143 yards and three touchdowns in the state title game and finished the regular season with 1,111 yards on 157 carries with 16 touchdowns. The also return junior Lorenzo Myrick (76-for-694) and sophomore Tucker Janett (16-for-155). With Christensen (16 touchdowns) gone, they will be looking for a new scoring leader. Angel Farias returned four punts for touchdowns and will get his chance as the primary receiver. He finished the regular season with 28 receptions for 640 yards and seven touchdowns. They expect to bolster their receiving corps with Myrick at the slot receiver this year as well. “Every year we have to develop the kids to get it done at the level we want to play at. We have the kids that make ya look pretty good as a coach and we try to add to that,” Allred said. The beat goes on on the Royal Slope. The Knights open the 2018 season with 2A Ellensburg at home on Aug. 31. They play at 2A Othello on Sept. 7, then host Waluke (Sept. 14) in the first SCAC East game, before finishing out the non-league schedule at Okanogan (Sept. 21). “We expect Connell to be tough as always in our league. I’m not real sure what Warden has, but I’m sure they’ll be tough,” Allred said. “We’ll just do what we do to get ready. “But I do think our schedule is going to be more difficult this year, especially with the non-league games.”

The Jenks boys do right by Royal City football

ROYAL CITY — Sawyer Jenks wouldn’t be the first brother trying to play his way out from under the long shadow cast by an older brother.

Manuel tosses 3 TDs as Raiders topple Seahawks 30-19

SEATTLE (AP) — E.J. Manuel made a strong bid to be Oakland’s backup quarterback, throwing for 255 yards and three touchdowns, and the Raiders closed out the preseason with a 30-19 win over the Seattle Seahawks on Thursday night.

LeBlanc sets tone in Mariners 7-1 win over Athletics

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Wade LeBlanc pitched seven scoreless innings, Mitch Haniger hit his 23rd home run and the Seattle Mariners jumped on the Oakland Athletics early and held on for a 7-1 victory on Thursday night.

Royal's Jenks named starting quarterback at Weber State University

OGDEN, Utah — Every father’s nightmare is that call in the middle of the night to tell the family of an accident on the road.

Late night fire chars waste transfer station in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE — A late night fire at a waste transfer station just outside of Moses Lake left a building at the location in ruins.

Camas Cove 'Pirate Regatta' Sunday

MOSES LAKE — A scurvy band of pirates will take the waters of Moses Lake, but not to pillage and plunder. Camas Cove Cellars will sponsor its third annual Pirate Regatta at 3 p.m. Sunday at the winery’s tasting room, 911 Camas Place.

Drink beer to fight cancer at Craft Out Cancer fundraiser

MOSES LAKE — On an ever-lengthening list of things you can do to help those fighting cancer, this one’s easy:

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Reflections on newsmakers

Why don’t you say whether or not the people who make the Columbia Basin Herald’s front page are citizens or illegal aliens?

ML council discusses political, special event signs

MOSES LAKE — It's a topic that has been discussed during campaign season in Moses Lake for several years now and the Moses Lake City Council is reopening the discussion about political and community event signs in common space areas around the city.

Owen honored on 100th birthday

MOSES LAKE — Clyde Owen, the last commander of Larson Air Force Base, remembers the day President John F. Kennedy stopped in Moses Lake in late 1963.

Karen M. Whitney-Deleon

Karen M. Whitney-Deleon was called home by the Lord on Wednesday morning Aug. 22, 2018, during her two-month illness at Sacred Heart Hospital in Spokane, Wash. Karen was 55 years old. She leaves behind her loving husband of 10 years Benny Deleon, her mother Violet Whitney, her brother Ed and her cousin Dixie Flores (aka Sis) who helped care for her several months prior to her death. She is preceded in death by her father Clyde Whitney and numerous aunts and uncles.

Additional charges in Lakeview shooting

LAKEVIEW — Additional assault charges have been filed against a man who was shot during an exchange of gunfire with police in the Lakeview community near Soap Lake earlier this month.

Warden imposes year-long stop on cryptocurrency mining

WARDEN — The Warden City Council on Tuesday unanimously passed a year-long stop on cryptocurrency development to give the city time to develop better rules governing the power-hungry operations.

'Pick Your Pantry' donated to Moses Lake Food Bank

MOSES LAKE — A recent donation to the Moses Lake Food Bank benefited the Big Bend Community College Foundation as well.

Hammond would serve 13th District well

This is an appeal to my Republican friends, those from the GOP era who stood for character, integrity, prudence, small government and local control; those who have seen the principles of their party wrested from them in the Trump era’s disregard for truth, honor and responsibility; those who want to see the Republican party regain strength, purpose, pride and trust; those with whom I could have productive discussions about issues that affect the future of all; those who embrace the exhortation of John McCain to his colleagues, “Let’s return to regular order” where we work together, across the aisle, for the good of the country.

Legals August 30, 2018

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF GRANT BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC, A ] DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY ] CASIE NO.: 172004967 COMPANY, ] JUDGMENT NO.: 189005665 ] Plaintiff, ] SHERIFF'S PUBLIC NOTICE OF ] SALE OF REAL PROPERTY vs. ] ]***0 MONTH REDEMPTION*** UNKNOWN HEIRS, SPOUSE, LEGATEES, ] AND DEVISEES OF DAVID L MCDOWELL, ] SHARON R. MCDOWELL; DAVID J ] MCDOWELL; LIBBY WYATT; SHARON ] MCDOWELL; ANDY MCDOWELL; EDEE ] MCDOWELL; DIVERSIFIED FINANCIAL ] SERVICES, LLC; OCCUPANTS OF THE ] PROPERTY, ] ] 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: That portion of Farm Unit 42, Fourth Revision of Irrigation Block 42, Columbia Basin Project, according to the Plat thereof filed July 27, 1956, records of Grant County, Washington, lying Southerly of the following described line: Beginning at the Southwest corner of said Farm Unit 42; thence North 04°46'04" East along the West line of said Farm Unit, a distance of 520 feet to the True Point of Beginning of said line; thence South 88°49'29" East parallel to the South line thereof, to the East line of said Farm Unit 42 and the terminus of said line. APN TAX PARCEL NO.: 190728000, 603105000, 604594000 and commonly known as: 18684 Rd 1 SE, Moses Lake, WA 98837. The sale of the described property is to take place at 10:30 am on the 21st day of September 2018 at the main lobby of the Grant County Courthouse, Ephrata, Washington. The judgment debtor can avoid the sale by paying the judgment amount of $229,222.41 plus interest, costs and fees before the sale date. For the exact amount, contact the attorney at the address stated below. Dated this 30th day of July 2018 at Ephrata, WA 98823. THOMAS E. JONES, Sheriff By: Theresa Sheets, Civil Specialist cc: MCCARTHY & HOLTHUS, LLP Attn: Rhiannon Funke 108 1st Avenue South, Suite 300 Seattle, Washington 98104 Phone: 206-596-4856 #08031/215691 Pub: August 9, 16, 23, 30, 2018

A radical make-over at Wahluke Junior High

The project was, in many ways, making the best out of a bad situation. The Wahluke School District wasn’t running a bond this year due to concerns that it would fail, which meant that there was no room in the budget to build a school to replace Wahluke Junior High.

Lucchesi, long balls carry Padres to 8-3 win over Mariners

SAN DIEGO (AP) — Hunter Renfroe homered and drove in four runs, Manuel Margot had a homer among his three hits and prized rookie Luis Urias had his first three hits for the San Diego Padres, who beat the Seattle Mariners 8-3 Wednesday for a two-game sweep.

Locked up: Seahawks sign Lockett to contract extension

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Carjacker allegedly causes collision at Broadway and Alder

A carjacker caused a collision at the intersection of Broadway and Alder Wednesday evening, just as commuters were starting their trips home from work, according to the Moses Lake Police Department.

Royal's Jenks named starting quarterback at Weber State University

OGDEN, Utah — Every father’s nightmare is that call in the middle of the night to tell the family of an accident on the road.

Ritzville man shot during attempted robbery

MOSES LAKE — A Ritzville man was shot in the abdomen Tuesday night in the Larson community during an attempted robbery.

Two-hour electrical outage in Moses Lake Wednesday

MOSES LAKE — An early-morning electrical outage affected about 480 customers in the Knolls Vista neighborhood of Moses Lake Wednesday, The outage occurred about 5:30 a.m.; power was restored at about 7:50 a.m., said Ryan Holterhoff, public information specialist for the Grant County PUD. A breaker tripped (which means it closed, interrupting the flow of electricity) at a substation, but PUD officials don’t know yet what caused it, Holterhoff said.

Cleaning up after cows Revolutionizing wastewater treatment at Royal Dairy

As the office at Royal Dairy closes for the day and most of the workers go home, there are two distinct groups of workers that stay for the long haul — the thousands of cows that eat, gestate and prepare to be milked, and the millions upon millions of worms that labor to make use of what comes out of the operation’s back end.

Nellie Ruth (Wood) Fulmer

May 25, 1931 – August 22, 2018

Othello considering air quality policy

OTHELLO — The Othello City Council is considering putting into place a policy that would allow the city to close the pool when air quality gets as bad as it has in the last few weeks.

A radical makeover at Wahluke Junior High

The project was, in many ways, making the best of a bad situation. The Wahluke School District wasn’t running a bond this year due to concerns that it would fail, which meant that there was no room in the budget to build a school to replace Wahluke Junior High.

Back-to-school traffic laws at a glance

MOSES LAKE — It’s that time of year for kids to return to school around the Columbia Basin. With an increased number of school buses and traffic on the roads there is a number of back-to-school related traffic laws that drivers need to be aware of.

Karen M. Whitney-Deleon

Karen M. Whitney-Deleon was called home by the Lord on Wednesday morning Aug. 22, 2018, during her two-month illness at Sacred Heart Hospital in Spokane, Wash. Karen was 55 years old. She leaves behind her loving husband of 10 years Benny Deleon, her mother Violet Whitney, her brother Ed and her cousin Dixie Flores (aka Sis) who helped care for her several months prior to her death.

Applications sought for Othello school facility committee

OTHELLO — Applications are still open for an Othello School District committee that will research the district’s facility needs. The Facilities Advisory Committee will be asked for at least two recommendations to fix the issues they find.

Woman charged for drugs, outburst at ML hospital

MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake woman is facing charges in connection with an outburst at a Moses Lake hospital. Police reportedly found methamphetamine and a meth pipe in her backpack.

Commissioners OK new PUD rate class

EPHRATA — The Grant County PUD will have a new rate class for “evolving industries” in April 2019. Utility district commissioners approved the new Class 17 on a 5-0 vote at the regular commission meeting Tuesday.

Legals August 29, 2018

NOTICE OF APPLICATION and PUBLIC HEARING August 28, 2018 Notice is hereby given that a Conditional Use Permit Application was received by Grant County on August 10, 2018 from Langley Equine Studies LLC (Designated Contact: Mary Lou Langley, 19601 Rd F.4 NE, Soap Lake, WA 98851) and was found to be Technically Complete on August 17, 2018. PROJECT: A Conditional Use Permit to allow for operation of an equestrian academy specializing in equine massage. STUDIES REQUIRED: None. LOCATION: The site address of the subject parcel is 19601 Rd F.4 NE, Soap Lake WA 99851. The site is located in the SE quarter of the NW quarter of Section 30, Township 22N, Range 28E, W.M., Grant County, WA. Parcel's #17-1298-001 & 17-1295-005. ZONING: Agriculture. PUBLIC HEARING: Grant County Hearings Examiner tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, October 10, 2018 at 12:00pm in the Commissioner's Hearing Room on the bottom floor of the Grant County Courthouse in Ephrata, WA. CONSISTENCY STATEMENT: This proposal is subject to and shall be consistent with Grant County Code, International Building Code, and International Fire Code. Copies of application materials (Files #P18-0263) are available from Connor Lange, Grant County Development Services, 264 West Division Avenue, PO Box 37, Ephrata, WA 98823, (509)754-2011, ext. 2525. Front Office hours: 8 am-12 noon, 1-5 pm, M-F. Comments must be submitted to Development Services no later than 5pm on September 12, 2018. Comments should be as specific as possible and may be mailed, e-mailed, or hand-delivered. All persons, agencies, or tribes have the right to comment, receive notice, participate in any hearings, request a copy of the final decision, and/or appeal the decision as provided by law and County Code. This may be the only opportunity to comment on the above listed materials. #08052/221858 Pub: August 29, 2018

Stewart, Bird push Storm past Mercury in OT, 91-87

SEATTLE (AP) — Sue Bird scored 19 points, including the go-ahead basket with 1:03 left in overtime and two clinching free throws with 2.1 seconds left, to help the Seattle Storm recover from blowing a 17-point fourth quarter lead and beat the Phoenix Mercury 91-87 in the second game of the WNBA semifinals Tuesday night.

Doug Baldwin returns to practice in time for Seahawks' opener

Doug Baldwin is back from his knee injury.

Rookie Nix, Padres beat King Felix, Mariners, 2-1

SAN DIEGO (AP) — Travis Jankowski homered on Felix Hernandez’s first pitch and rookie Jacob Nix came within two outs of a complete game in his fourth big league start for the San Diego Padres, who beat the Seattle Mariners 2-1 on Tuesday night.

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Quincy football coach cites safety concerns in forfeiting 2018 opener to Zillah

QUINCY — Quincy head coach Wade Petersen decided to err on side of caution with his 2018 football season opener on Friday night against Zillah.

PUD commissioners approve Class 17

EPHRATA — Grant County PUD commissioners have approved a new “evolving industries” class, to go into effect April 1, 2019. The vote at Tuesday’s regular commission meeting was 5-0. The new rates will be phased in over a period of three years. Class 17 customers that otherwise would qualify for Class 1 (residential) rates or are using less than 200 kilowatts of electricity per month will pay a basic charge of $5 per day and about 5.4 cents per kilowatt hour in 2019. Customers that use more than 200KW per month will pay $500 per month basic charge and about 2.4 cents per kilowatt hour in 2019. The first-year increase is about 15 percent.

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Port mulls annual air show

MOSES LAKE — The Port of Moses Lake is considering hosting an annual air show to both draw tourists to Moses Lake and show off to the community what the Port does.

Slime by Kenna

MOSES LAKE — It’s squishy and a little bit sticky to the touch.

Quincy man crashes in DOT truck on Snoqualmie Pass

SNOQUALMIE PASS — A Quincy man was cited over the weekend after he reportedly crashed into a state Department of Transportation (DOT) truck on Snoqualmie Pass Sunday evening.

Wenatchee motorcyclist injured in I-90 crash near George

GEORGE — A motorcycle driver from Wenatchee was injured on Sunday after he was ejected off of his Harley on Interstate 90 near George.

Children's book exhibit opens Friday at museum

MOSES LAKE — Award-winning paintings and drawings from children’s books will be on display through Oct. 31 at the Moses Lake Museum & Art Center. The opening exhibit for “Young at Art” will be at 5 p.m. Friday at the museum, 401 S. Balsam St.

Ear ear! Fresh corn season is here again

We all know that corn season is upon us. Some of you probably remember that before sweet corn was widely available, many people ate field corn, but only before it got too ripe and starchy.

Royal City man gets 15 months for assaulting young girl

ROYAL CITY — A Royal City man will be spending over a year in prison for sexually assaulting a young girl.

Legals August 28, 2018

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON FOR THE COUNTY OF GRANT JAMES B. NUTTER & COMPANY, its | Case No.: 16-2-01077-2 successors in interest and/or assigns, | | Plaintiff, | SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION | vs. | | THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES | OF DONALD R. LOCKWOOD; KAREN | FULLBRIGHT; UNITED STATES OF | AMERICA; STATE OF WASHINGTON; | OCCUPANTS OF THE PREMISES, | | Defendants. | ____________________________________| To: THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF DONALD R. LOCKWOOD; KAREN FULLBRIGHT; and the OCCUPANTS OF THE PREMISES THE STATE OF WASHINGTON TO THE SAID DEFENDANTS: You are hereby summoned to appear within sixty days after the date of the first publication of this summons, to wit, within sixty days after the 31_day of July_, 2018_, and defend the above entitled action in the above entitled court, and answer the complaint of the Plaintiff, James B. Nutter & Company, and serve a copy of your answer upon the undersigned attorneys for Plaintiff, McCarthy & Holthus, LLP at the office below stated; and in case of your failure so to do, judgment will be rendered against you according to the demand of the complaint, which has been filed with the clerk of said court. The basis for the complaint is a foreclosure of the property commonly known as 512 Central Ave N, Quincy, WA 98848, Grant County, Washington as a result of a default under the terms of the note and deed of trust. DATED: July 16, 2018 McCarthy & Holthus, LLP /s/ Warren Lance Warren Lance WSBA No. 51586 108 1st Avenue South, Ste. 300 Seattle, WA 98104 Attorneys for Plaintiff #08012/210908 Pub: July 31, 2018 & August 7, 14, 21, 28,2018 & September4, 2018

Debra Smith

August 16, 1956 – August 22, 2018

Tiger Teal gives Columbia Basin golf fans a real show

I can get up early to do two things — go fishing and play golf.

Wright has knee surgery, status for Seattle's opener unknown

RENTON, Wash. (AP) — The Seattle Seahawks’ remodeled defense could be without one of its top holdovers when the regular season begins.

Gladys R. Stephens

June 10, 1931 – August 10, 2018

Mariners place Marco Gonzales on 10-day DL with neck strain

SAN DIEGO (AP) — The Seattle Mariners have placed left-handed starter Marco Gonzales on the 10-day disabled list with a strained neck muscle.

Theater performance on Free Family Saturday

MOSES LAKE — Classic tales of Native American folklore will come to the stage at the Moses Lake Civic Center auditorium Saturday. Performances of “Coyote Tales” are scheduled for noon and 2 p.m. Saturday at the auditorium, 401 South Balsam St.

Leroy 'Roy' Marvell Lewis

Leroy “Roy” Marvell Lewis, 73, passed away Aug. 21, 2018 at his home in Moses Lake.

Edna L. Keith

September 4, 1921-July 23, 2018. Passed away at home. Born in Hill City, Kansas to David and Ethel (Harrison) Gilson. Her mother passed away when she was about 18 months old.

Goldschmidt, Greinke lead D'Backs past Mariners 5-2

PHOENIX (AP) — Paul Goldschmidt hit his 30th homer, Zack Greinke won for the first time in almost a month and the Arizona Diamondbacks avoided a three-game sweep at the hands of Seattle by beating the Mariners 5-2 on Sunday.

Man found dead in Quincy identified

QUINCY — The Quincy Police Department identified the person who was found dead in the city Thursday morning as 39-year-old Quincy resident Billy Joe Cruz, according to information released Friday.

George “Bill” William Foltz

George William “Bill” Foltz was born on Feb. 6, 1934 in Conrad, Mont; peacefully died Aug. 16, 2018 in Spokane, Wash.

With Cousins early and Sloter late, Vikes top Seahawks 21-20

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Kirk Cousins was bothered enough by the throws he missed in Minnesota’s third preseason game that he brought a piece of paper with a list of them to the podium for his interview afterward.

Motorcyclist hospitalized after I-90 collision

GEORGE — A motorcyclist from East Wenatchee was transported by Lifeflight to a Wenatchee hospital after a collision Sunday about 10 miles west of George.

2 dead in Desert Aire collision

DESERT AIRE — Two Mattawa residents died early Saturday morning in a collision near Desert Aire when their vehicle struck a semi-truck head-on.

ML school board OKs budget, warns of looming shortfalls

MOSES LAKE — It was a busy meeting on Thursday for the Moses Lake School Board, with members approving the $124.2 million 2018-19 operating budget, changes to the school construction bond passed in 2017, a new contract with teachers, and a 5-cent increase in the price of school breakfast and lunch.

Lock-Box giveaway promotes gun safety

MOSES LAKE — It was quite a crowd that had lined up Saturday morning in the parking lot of Tri-State Outfitters.

Warden hosts 'Back to School' distribution

WARDEN — Kids got school supplies, haircuts, hot dogs and popcorn at the first “Back to School” distribution in Warden Friday.

Bikes for Books winners announced

MOSES LAKE — Four kids got brand-new bikes for reading books, courtesy of the Moses Lake Masons. The Masons sponsor the “Bikes for Books” contest as part of the annual summer reading program at the Moses Lake Public Library.

The busy life of Miss India USA

MOSES LAKE — Sixty cities. Eleven U.S. states. And four countries.

Demolition derby results

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George to throw 12th annual bluegrass festival

GEORGE — The George Community Hall is hosting the 12th Annual George Washington Bluegrass Festival, Sept. 10-16, in the George Community Park.

Assured Hospice event invitation only

MOSES LAKE — Due to limited seating at the venue, the Assured Hospice memorial for the families and friends of patients who passed away in the last year is by invitation only, according to Assured Hospice officials. The memorial is scheduled for Tuesday, and total seating will be about 100 people. Family and friends who want to attend the memorial but who didn’t receive an invitation can contact Assured Hospice at 509-766-2580.

Ferris High School football coach charged with rape of Moses Lake student

An assistant football coach at Ferris High School was arrested early Friday morning and charged with raping a 15-year-old Moses Lake High School student.

Legals August 24, 2018

NOTICE TO BIDDERS Sealed bids will be received by the Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County at 14352 Highway 243 S Beverly, Washington 99321 no later than 2:00 P.M. on September 11, 2018 for Quincy Chute Penstock & Air Valve Coating as more fully described in Contract Documents 430-08631. On the above date, the Bids will be opened and read aloud at the District's Office located at 14352 Highway 243 S, Beverly, Washington 99321. All bids shall be subject to and shall comply with the "Instructions to Bidders" contained in the Contract Documents, copies of which are available at our e-Bid site www.ebidexchange.com/gcpud/. When reaching this site you will need to register as a new vendor if you are not already on our electronic vendor system. Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County, Washington By: Lori Englehart-Jewell Procurement Officer #08051/219771 Pub: August 24, 2018

1 dead in collision near Ritzville

RITZVILLE — An 18-year-old man died near Ritzville early Thursday morning after he was ejected out of his vehicle and struck by a semi-truck.

Safe Firearm Storage Giveaway event slated for Saturday

MOSES LAKE — Locals who want to safely store their firearms have the opportunity to receive a free lock box or trigger lock during the Safe Firearm Storage Giveaway event in Moses Lake on Saturday.

Hunting and fishing fees going up

As reported two weeks ago in this column, Fish and Wildlife was looking at a shortfall of funding. Indeed, the Fish and Wildlife Commission approved the budget. Here are the highlights or lowlights:

The Jenks boys do right by Royal City football

ROYAL CITY — Sawyer Jenks wouldn’t be the first brother trying to play his way out from under the long shadow cast by an older brother.

Job Corps graduate ready for the business world

MOSES LAKE — It was a Thursday like so many others.

More smoke may be headed Grant County's way

MOSES LAKE — Enjoy that bright sunny Friday afternoon, because there’s a pretty good chance the smoke will be back on Saturday. And Sunday, and next week, although if Grant County is lucky it won't be as thick.

Play-caller Brian Schottenheimer reinforces C.J. Prosise remains firmly in Seahawks' plans

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Body found in Quincy Thursday morning, foul play suspected

QUINCY — Foul play is suspected in the death of an unidentified man who was found deceased in Quincy Thursday morning.

Ephrata armed robbery suspect captured

EPHRATA — An armed robbery suspect who was on run from police was captured at a home in Ephrata on Thursday.

Vote on new Grant PUD class scheduled for Aug. 28

EPHRATA — Grant County PUD commissioners will approve, reject or send back for more work a proposal for a new “emerging industries” rate class at the Aug. 28 commission meeting. Opponents and proponents of the new Class 17 had something to say about the proposal at the commission’s Aug, 14 meeting. The proposal was prompted by a flood of requests for service in summer and fall 2017, and been the subject of exhaustive study. Many requests came from people in the cryptocurrency industry, which uses relatively new technology to process transactions and information. That led PUD employees to propose a separate class for businesses using new technologies - or new kinds of businesses - which includes an assessment of risk. The resulting proposed rates are higher than the existing Class 1 and Class 7, where most of the businesses are now. Utility district employees are recommending that the rates be phased in over a three-year period for existing customers. Emily Smith, representing the Grant County Economic Development Council, said the council was in favor of the new rate class. “We strongly support the immediate implementation of Class 17,” Smith said. Grant County has missed out on opportunities for new business due to the uncertainty over the power supply and cost, Smith said. Jeff Bishop, executive director of the Port of Moses Lake, cited businesses that had considered locating in Grant County but in the end had gone elsewhere, one to Portland and another to Georgia. Bishop said the uncertainty around electrical supply also is affecting the decisions of businesses that want to expand in Grant County as well. Port of Moses Lake commissioner Kent Jones said in his opinion the uncertainty has had a negative effect on attracting and retaining business. Current cryptocurrency owners protested that the Class 17 rates were too high, and had suggestions they said would alleviate some of the risk for PUD. Jonathon Toomin had a proposal for revised rate class, suggesting an upfront yearly fee and a curtailment policy. Aiden Kilek proposed letting the existing customers stay in their current rate class and adding a premium for risk factors. Brian Snyder said he thought the Class 17 proposal was flawed, putting unprecedented rate increases on Class 17 customers. He asked why existing cryptocurrency customers couldn’t be left alone; they are no threat to other customers, he said.

Connecting to the undocumented in Mattawa to improve safety, community

Agencies in Mattawa have been working for years to improve trust between undocumented immigrants and city officials, especially those wearing a badge.

Construction starts on Red Rock school upgrade

The Royal School District marked the beginning of construction on Monday for the Red Rock Elementary modernization project with a special groundbreaking event. District and school administrators donned bright-yellow safety-jackets and hard hats, lifting sledgehammers, and smashing drywall.

Legals August 23, 2018

WHEN RECORDED MAIL TO: C/o Document Department - Trustee Services Northpark Town Center 1000 Abernathy Rd NE; Bldg 400, Suite 200 Atlanta, GA 30328 WASHINGTON STATE COUNTY AUDITOR/RECORDER'S INDEXING FORM (Cover Sheet) RCW 65.04 Document Title(s): NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Reference Number(s): 1251006 Grantor(s): ANTHONY W JOHNSON AND JULIE A JOHNSON Grantee(s): Western Progressive - Washington, Inc. ABBREVIATED LEGAL DESCRIPTION: The following may be used as an abbreviated legal description on the documents to be recorded, per Amended RCW 65.04.045. Said abbreviated legal description is not a substitute for a complete legal description within the body of the document: Legal Description: THE SOUTH HALF OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 16, TOWNSHIP 20 NORTH, RANGE 28 E.W.M., GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON, EXCEPT THE EAST 30 FEET THEREOF CONVEYED TO GRANT COUNTY, BY DEED DATED JULY 1, 1976, RECORDED JULY 6, 1976, UNDER AUDITOR`S FILE NO. 636812. Assessor's Property Tax Parcel Number(s): 170970000 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TS No.: 2018-00017-WA APN No.: 170970000 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee, Western Progressive - Washington, Inc., will on 08/31/2018, at the hour of 09:00 AM, at Main Lobby, Grant County Police Justice County Building, 411 South Balsam Street (previously 401 South Balsam St), Moses Lake, WA 98837, State of Washington, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable at the time of sale, the following described real property, situated in the County(ies) of Grant, State of Washington to-wit: LEGAL DESCRIPTION: THE SOUTH HALF OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 16, TOWNSHIP 20 NORTH, RANGE 28 E.W.M., GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON, EXCEPT THE EAST 30 FEET THEREOF CONVEYED TO GRANT COUNTY, BY DEED DATED JULY 1, 1976, RECORDED JULY 6, 1976, UNDER AUDITOR`S FILE NO. 636812. Commonly known as: 9650 Road H.1 Northeast, Moses Lake, WA 98837 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the above street or other common designation. Which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 02/23/2009, recorded 02/27/2009, under Auditor's File No.1251006, and re-recorded on 07/07/2011 as Instrument 1288283, and re-recorded on 04/09/2018 as Instrument 1392046, and further modified by that certain Loan Modification Agreement recorded on 01/03/2017 as Instrument 1372731, records of Grant County, Washington, from JULIE A. JOHNSON AND ANTHONY W. JOHNSON, WIFE AND HUSBAND as Grantor, to SECURITY TITLE GUARANTY INC. as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of EVERGREEN MONEYSOURCE MORTGAGE COMPANY, A WASHINGTON CORPORATION as Lender and beneficiary, Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as the designated nominee for EVERGREEN MONEYSOURCE MORTGAGE COMPANY, A WASHINGTON CORPORATION, the beneficial interest in which was assigned to Ocwen Loan Servicing, LLC under an assignment recorded on April 2, 2013, under Auditor's File No. as Instrument No. 1314707, Bk. in Book ---, Pg. at Page --- , records of Grant County, Washington. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Borrower's or Grantor's default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust. III. The default(s) for which this foreclosure is made is/are as follows: Failure to pay when due the following amounts which are now in arrears: $14,361.68; (together with any subsequent payments, late charges, advances, costs and fees thereafter due) IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: Principal Balance of $95,766.18, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument secured from 09/01/2017, and such other costs and fees as are due under the Note or other instrument secured, and as are provided by statute. V. The above-described real property will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale and the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust as provided by statute. The sale will be made without warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances on 08/31/2018. The default(s) referred to in paragraph III, must be cured by 08/20/2018 (11 days before the sale date), to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time on or before 08/20/2018 (11 days before the sale date), the default(s) as set forth in paragraph III is/are cured and the Trustee's fees and costs are paid. The sale may be terminated any time after 08/20/2018 (11 days before the sale date), and before the sale by the Borrower, Grantor, any Guarantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance paying the entire principal and interest secured by the Deed of Trust, plus costs, fees, and advances, if any, made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust and curing all other defaults. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE VI. A written notice of default was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following addresses: See Exhibit "A" attached by both first class and certified mail on 03/21/2018 proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and on 03/21/2018 the written notice of default was posted in a conspicuous place on the real property described in the paragraph I above, and the Trustee has possession of proof of such posting. VII. The Trustee whose name and address are set forth below will provide in writing to anyone requesting it, a statement of all costs and fees due at any time prior to the sale. VIII. The effect of the sale will be to deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their interest in the above-described property. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the bid amount paid. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary or the Beneficiary's attorney. IX. Anyone having any objections to the sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustee's sale.

Ex-Vikings Johnson, Stephen finding fit with Seahawks

RENTON, Wash. (AP) — As the Seahawks try to keep their defense playing at its traditionally high level despite the absence of five former Pro Bowl selections, a pair of veteran additions from Minnesota along the defensive line could help steady the ship.

Water park closures affect cities' bottom lines

MOSES LAKE — August is usually the hottest part of the summer in the Columbia Basin, and it’s also the time municipal pools and water centers become a refuge for folks looking for a place to escape the heat.

Alex Kovach tabbed as newest Soap Lake councilmember

SOAP LAKE — The Soap Lake City Council is once again at full strength at seven after councilmembers selected Alex Kovach to fill the vacant position on the council.

Memorial ceremony for hospice patients set for Tuesday in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE — Every year Assured Hospice in Moses Lake celebrates the lives of people who passed away over the previous year. The memorial ceremony is one that organizers wish they didn’t have to plan out, but they do to make sure the lives of those who have passed are not forgotten.

Maldonado, White homer as Astros beat Mariners 10-7

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Warden Community Days Labor Day weekend

WARDEN — A parade and volleyball, breakfast and fun in the park are on tap for the annual Community Days celebration Sept. 3 in Warden. The Community Days Fun Run is planned for Sept. 1.

Conconully fish avoided my hooks

This is the last of a two-part series about fishing at Conconully Reservoir.

CWU concludes Manweller engaged in a pattern of inappropriate behavior

Central Washington University’s investigation into Washington state Rep. Matt Manweller concluded that the lawmaker engaged “in a pattern of unprofessional and inappropriate behavior,” with current and former students, according to a final report released Wednesday.

Mining contaminated waters to increase copper supplies

The massive Berkeley Pit in Butte, Mont., is one of the world’s largest superfund sites and has been described as a giant sink filling with metal-laden, acidic water from over 10,000 miles of underground mine workings.

Campfires now banned on all DNR-protected lands

MOSES LAKE — After previously issuing a temporary ban on target shooting on 3 million acres of Department of Natural Resources-managed lands, the DNR is now banning campfires on all DNR-protected lands in eastern Washington.

Public invited to tour Heritage Center

As the 2018 season wraps up for the Othello Community Museum, the board of directors is planning a special trip. The public is invited to take part as members of the museum take a tour of the Wanapum Heritage Center.

Othello residents injured in Franklin County collision

PASCO — Four people, two of whom are from Othello, were injured in a two-vehicle collision in Franklin County on Friday.

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Sarah Marie Steffler

Sarah Marie Steffler, 33, of Moses Lake, Wash., died in a tragic car accident along with her beloved daughter, Ella, on Aug. 17, 2018 near Madras, Ore.

Robert (Bob) Skowronski

Robert (Bob) Skowronski, 81 years of age passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 15, 2018 in Moses Lake, Wash., with his family by his side.

Royal City Community Calendar

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Legals August 22, 2018

Public Notice Grant County Mosquito Control District #1 surplused a 2010 Polaris Ranger 800 4x4 EFI and is available for a sealed bid purchase. The Ranger comes with an enclosed cab, warn winch, extra lighting, removable doors, dump bed and only has 1008 miles. Vehicle is sold AS IS with a minimum bid of $5,000. Bids must be received by GCMCD1 no later than 3pm Monday August 27, 2018. Bids will be opened and reviewed by the GCMCD1 Board of Trustees August 28, 2018 at 12pm at Porterhouse Steakhouse located in Moses Lake. For questions or to set up a time to see please call (509) 765-7731 and ask for Ann Belchik-Moser. GCMCD1 address is 11905 RD 4 NE #16, Moses Lake, WA 98837. Please write "sealed bid" on the envelope. #08047/219032 Pub: August 20, 22, 2018

Ella Inthawa Muongmany

Ella Inthawa Muongmany was born in Kennewick, Wash. on Oct. 5, 2011 to Sarah Marie Steffler and Maverick Lubie Muongmany. Ella died tragically in a motor vehicle accident near Madrras, Ore. on Aug. 17, 2018 along with her beloved mother, Sarah Marie Steffler.

MLHS grad Boyd played 'for love of the game' in 2018

WENATCHEE — College-baseball careers do not typically come to an end in the summer.

Othello Council talks 'mother-in'law' apartments

OTHELLO — The Othello City Council considered changes to rules governing residential parking and the construction of accessory dwelling units — sometimes called “mother-in-law apartments” — at its regular meeting last week.

Soap Lake eluder sentenced to a year in prison

SOAP LAKE — A man was sentenced to a year in prison on Monday after he led police in Soap Lake on a pursuit Friday evening.

Quincy Irrigation District announces water shutoff date

QUINCY — Harvest is coming, in fact for some crops it’s already here, and that means the end of irrigation season is approaching. The Quincy-Columbia Basin Irrigation District has announced the final dates for water delivery and the shutoff date for irrigation water at the head of the canal.

A beloved punter walks into a bar: How Jon Ryan spent the day of his Seahawks release

So, a beloved punter walks into a bar ...

Everything you need to know about the WNBA Playoffs and the Storm's odds of winning it all

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Moses Lake truck driver injured in Pasco rollover

PASCO — A semi-truck driver from Moses Lake was injured Tuesday morning when he rolled a semi in Pasco.

Aviation history takes flight on Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE — It was quite a little gathering along the North Shore of Moses Lake Tuesday morning to see — or at least hopefully see — a piece of history take to the air.

Othello residents injured in Franklin County collision

PASCO — Four people, two of whom are from Othello, were injured in a two-vehicle collision in Franklin County on Friday.

Legals August 21, 2018

NOTICE OF HEARING ON APPLICATION FOR A COUNTY ROAD FRANCHISE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Hillcrest Water Users Association has filed with the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) of Grant County, Washington, an application for a franchise for a period of fifty (50) years to construct, operate and maintain a domestic water system under, across, and along certain County roads in Grant County, Washington, lying within the following described portion of the County, to-wit: That portion of Airway Drive NE, Hillcrest Drive NE, Lybbert Drive NE, moon Drive NE, and Fairview Place NE, all being within a portion of the south half of S 9, T 19 N, R 28 E, WM. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the BOCC has scheduled a public hearing to consider this franchise on August 28, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. in the Board of County Commissioners Hearing Room at the Grant County Courthouse in Ephrata, WA and any person may appear at this time and place to be heard for or against the granting or denying of said franchise or any part thereof. DATED this 30th day of July, 2018 /s/Michele Jaderlund______________________________ Michele Jaderlund Auditor of Grant County, Washington #08027/214090 Pub: August 14, 21, 2018

Shooting suspect held without bail

LAKEVIEW — A man who was shot by police after he opened fire at several police officers on Sunday is being held without bail.

Seahawks release longest-tenured player, punter Jon Ryan

RENTON, Wash. (AP) — The Seattle Seahawks have put an end to the kicking competitions in training camp, releasing kicker Jason Myers and punter Jon Ryan, who had been the longest-tenured member of the team.

Eluding charge for suspect from standoff in Larson

MOSES LAKE — A charge was filed against a Moses Lake man who led police on a high-speed chase and barricaded himself inside a home in the Larson community on Friday.

Fire officials: Cause of residential Othello fire is unknown

OTHELLO — Fire officials are labeling the cause of a residential in Othello earlier this month as unknown.

Newlywed Drew Sample the 'old soul' of UW Huskies' offense at tight end

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'The Three-peat,' and the 'Near Trifecta' are worth looking at one more time

As we head into a new high school athletic season and a new era for some programs. I’d like to reflect on a couple of special moments from 2017-18.

Smoky conditions should ease by week's end

The wildfire smoke that has covered the region in haze should start to dissipate toward the end of the week. If the weather gods cooperate, that is.

2 injured in Ephrata collision

EPHRATA — Two people were injured in a two-vehicle collision on Sunday near Ephrata.

Friday afternoon high-speed chase, standoff ends peacfully

MOSES LAKE — Charges are pending against a Moses Lake man who led law enforcement officers on a high-speed chase, then hid in the attic and refused to come out of a house for about an hour Friday.

Newspapers in Education: Herald quizzes part of fourth-grade reading curriculum at Knolls Vista

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Community gets involved in mural project at the Grant County Fair

MOSES LAKE — What is art? Who is art for? Can anyone be an artist? Those questions have been debated and discussed in length for hundreds of years. At the Grant County Fair anyone can be an artist. A joint mural project between Columbia Basin Allied Arts (CBAA), the Moses Lake Museum & Art Center and fairgrounds management goes to show that not only can anyone be an artist, but that when community members blend their art skills together the end result can be something special.

Legals August 20, 2018

ORDINANCE The Moses Lake City Council adopted the following ordinance at their meeting held on August 14, 2018. The full text of the ordinance is available on the city's website www.cityofml.com and can be mailed or emailed upon request by contacting Debbie Burke, City Clerk, at 509-764-3703 or dburke@cityofml.com. ORDINANCE NO. 2906 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING MOSES LAKE MUNICIPAL CODE SUBSECTION 12.12.050 TITLED "PAVER DISTRICT DESCRIPTION" The ordinance reduces the downtown Paver District area. #08046/218786 Pub: August 20, 2018

Rivers, Chargers look sharp early in 24-14 win over Seahawks

CARSON, Calif. (AP) — Although Philip Rivers has only faced the Seattle Seahawks three times in games that count, he knows nearly everything about their defense because of Gus Bradley.

Multi-agency effort holds wildfire to around 200 acres

QUINCY — Even with the extreme heat on Thursday crews from several local fire agencies were able to contain a wildfire to around 200 acres.

Back 2 School helps kids start school in style

MOSES LAKE — Kids from Larson Heights, North, Longview and Knolls Vista elementary schools got the supplies and clothes to go back to school in style Friday morning. The “Back 2 School” distribution was one of seven scheduled prior to the start of school.

Kershaw wins 150th, Turner 5 RBIs, Dodgers beat Seattle 12-1

SEATTLE (AP) — Clayton Kershaw pitched seven sharp innings for his 150th career win, Justin Turner homered and drove in five runs, and the Los Angeles Dodgers routed the Seattle Mariners 12-1 Sunday.

Campfires now banned on all DNR-protected lands

MOSES LAKE — After previously issuing a temporary ban on target shooting on 3 million acres of Department of Natural Resources-managed lands, the DNR is now banning campfires on all DNR-protected lands in eastern Washington.

Warrant issued for Ephrata armed robbery suspect

EPHRATA — An arrest warrant was issued for a man who allegedly robbed a person at gunpoint and fired a shot in Ephrata last week.

Man wounded in officer-involved shooting, booked into jail

LAKEVIEW — The male suspect who was shot in an officer-involved shooting in the Lakeview community on Sunday was booked into jail.

Bull riders cut loose to wrap up 75th annual Moses Lake Roundup in style

MOSES LAKE — It was a bull rider’s night at the finale of the 75th annual Moses Lake Roundup and they did not disappoint an estimated record crowd of 5,000 Columbia Basin rodeo fans on longtime Roundup bullfighter Rowdy Barry’s last stand.

Winds, humidity make it smokier

MOSES LAKE — The old saying about an ill wind is really true - slightly more humid weather and lighter winds are helping firefighters on fires to the north of Grant County. But the humidity and northerly winds are keeping smoke closer to the surface all over the region. Currently fires are burning near Entiat, along the Methow River near Winthrop and near Kettle Falls. There are also wildfires burning across British Columbia. The combination of winds and humidity is making it smoky all over Washington. That has pushed the air quality index into the “unhealthy” range in Grant County and throughout the region. The Washington Department of Health recommends staying indoors, curtailing any strenuous physical activity outdoors and closing windows and doors. Air conditioners should be set to recirculate air. The National Weather Service has posted a red flag warning for Sunday night and Monday morning. North winds will increase, “the strongest push of northerly winds experienced so far this summer,” according to a press release from the NWS office in Spokane. The wind will be accompanied by low humidity, which will increase fire danger.

1 injured in officer-involved shooting in Lakeview

LAKEVIEW — At least one person was injured in an officer-involved shooting in the Lakeview community on Sunday.

Challengers overperform in 9th District, but not enough to win

The majority of votes are in from Tuesday’s primary, and challengers are outperforming in the 9th Legislative District, where two Republican incumbents vie to retain their seats in the Washington state House. Challengers still lagged significantly behind incumbents, though, despite a narrowed margin compared to past elections.

Night of adoration: Othello native presents concert at Bethel Spanish Assembly of God

OTHELLO — Edward Rivera is dedicated to his craft through-and-through. As a traveling musician Rivera knows firsthand how precarious flight schedules can be and how nothing is set in stone. That notion was put into play on Friday when Rivera’s flight was canceled. This was a big deal considering he was scheduled to be in concert at the Bethel Spanish Assembly of God in Othello Saturday night.

Mattawa Police Department to use new emergency alert system

The Mattawa Police Department will be using a new emergency alert system to better and more quickly inform residents of fires, traffic hazards and other incidents.

Deputy involved in I-90 collision

State patrol says deputy not at fault

Malfunctioning RV sparks blaze near Ephrata

EPHRATA - A malfunctioning RV is reported to be the cause of a fire on Friday that destroyed boats, motorhomes and camping trailer.

5 injured in Royal City collision over weekend

ROYAL CITY — Five people, including two children, were injured in a weekend collision in Royal City.

Port of Royal Slope to use $50,000 for Industrial Park Plan

The Port of Royal Slope will be using a $50,000 grant to help draft plans for an industrial park, with the hopes that the addition will encourage business growth in the community.

Duck races come to Grant County Fair

MOSES LAKE — It’s not everybody who can find their calling simply on the basis of their last name.

Swine competition keeps competitors busy

MOSES LAKE — It was that tricky moment in swine competition, when the pig is either on its way to the ring or on its way back to the pen. Pigs in transit roam the aisles of the barn, and sometimes pigs have a mind of their own. The pig was on its way back from competition, and just would not go in the pen, to the visible frustration of its owner. Adults and other kids tried to help, and finally the pig had enough. Squealing and snorting the pig tried to make a run for it, scattering people as it ran - a 200-plus pound pig in motion is a lot of pig. But in the end its attempt to escape led right to its pen. It’s like that in the swine barn. Swine competition is one of the more popular at the Grant County Fair. The swine barn is bustling all day long, with pigs, with exhibitors and their parents, with 4-H and FFA leaders. Kids don’t just drop the pig off at the barn and stop by once or twice a day - far from it. All exhibitors must pull barn duty. And pigs need some babysitting. It being August, it’s hot, and pigs don’t do well in heat. “They can’t sweat, so if you don’t keep them cool they overheat,” explained CJ Schultz, Ephrata. For CJ that means a spray bottle and pig-sitting, squirting his pig (and his sister’s) regularly when the temperature starts to climb. The barn is an open-sided building, but it does have a cooling system. A swamp cooler, fans, misters, all designed to keep the pigs cool. Some kids add their own fans and that helps, said Jaiden Hill, Quincy. And what are the characteristics of a prizewinning pig? “You want them short, you want them to have wide shoulders, a wide back and big butt,” CJ said. “It really helps to pick a good pig from the start,” Jaiden said. She takes pictures of prospects, front and back, on her phone and analyzes them before making her purchase. The best pigs have “good hams and good shoulders,” she said. After that, it’s a matter of maintaining the good start. “Feed them lots of protein. I’ll feed mine eggs,” Jaiden said. Wednesday was market competition, with fitting and showing Thursday. The fair continues through Saturday.

School supply giveaway for children of veterans at Big Bend CC

MOSES LAKE — Children of military veterans will be eligible for free school supplies to start the year at the first “Back to School Brigade” August 21 and 22 at Big Bend Community College. The supplies distribution is sponsored by the college’s Veteran Resource office. Distribution will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. both days at the college’s Transitional Studies building (building 7700). Parents must bring a military ID, DD Form 214 or driver’s license showing veteran status, along with a bag or backpack. Supplies will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis, said Tiffany Sukola, BBCC communications coordinator. Supplies are reserved for dependents of veterans, active-duty military, guard and reserves, as well as the children of “post-9/11 wounded, ill or injured” veterans. Children must be attending elementary, middle school or high school in the 2018-19 school year to be eligible. Big Bend’s distribution is part of a nationwide program sponsored by Operation Homefront, a non-profit organization designed to support active-duty military and their families and veterans and their families. More than 60 Back to School Brigade events are scheduled across the country. People who want more information can contact the college’s public information office, 509-793-2312.

Manweller files wrongful termination suit against CWU

Rep. Matt Manweller, R-Ellensburg, filed a wrongful termination suit Friday against Central Washington University and is seeking over $2 million in damages for, among other things, emotional distress and damage to the lawmaker's reputation.

Friday standoff in Moses Lake ends peacefully

Warden roper Dylan Beck wraps up high school career on the big stage

ROCK SPRINGS, Wyo. — It’s not how, it’s how fast. Time is the only thing that matters on the timed event end of the rodeo arena.

Legals August 17, 2018

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD August 27, 2018 at 9:30 a.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata, WA to consider a budget extension request from the Department of Central Services in the amount of $9,148.74 to complete projects at the Fairgrounds before the 2018 Fair: Fencing, electrical service, rock picking, audio installation, door repairs, etc., using REET funds. Any interested persons may appear regarding these matters. Barbara J. Vasquez, CMC Administrative Assistant & Clerk of the Board Grant County Commissioners #08036/215830 Pub: August 10, 17, 2018

Good food for good causes at the Grant County Fair

MOSES LAKE — There‘s a lot to see and do at the Grant County Fair, enough to make a person hungry. So - where’s a good place to eat?

Teen confesses to starting wildfire near Soap Lake

SOAP LAKE — A teenager has admitted to starting a fire near Soap Lake on Wednesday that destroyed one home and three outbuildings about a mile east of Soap Lake.

Hunting and fishing fees going up

As reported last week in this column, Fish and Wildlife was looking at a shortfall of funding. Indeed, the Fish and Wildlife Commission approved the budget. Here are the highlights or lowlights:

Bareback bucking horse Big Easy wins this round with former world champion Steven Peebles

MOSES LAKE — The night was hot and the wildfire smoke that hung in the air, thick as Louisiana gumbo for most of the day had settled some.

Vote on new Grant PUD class scheduled for Aug. 28

EPHRATA — Grant County PUD commissioners will approve, reject or send back for more work a proposal for a new “emerging industries” rate class at the Aug. 28 commission meeting. Opponents and proponents of the new Class 17 had something to say about the proposal at the commission’s Aug, 14 meeting. The proposal was prompted by a flood of requests for service in summer and fall 2017, and been the subject of exhaustive study. Many requests came from people in the cryptocurrency industry, which uses relatively new technology to process transactions and information. That led PUD employees to propose a separate class for businesses using new technologies - or new kinds of businesses - which includes an assessment of risk. The resulting proposed rates are higher than the existing Class 1 and Class 7, where most of the businesses are now. Utility district employees are recommending that the rates be phased in over a three-year period for existing customers. Emily Smith, representing the Grant County Economic Development Council, said the council was in favor of the new rate class. “We strongly support the immediate implementation of Class 17,” Smith said. Grant County has missed out on opportunities for new business due to the uncertainty over the power supply and cost, Smith said. Jeff Bishop, executive director of the Port of Moses Lake, cited businesses that had considered locating in Grant County but in the end had gone elsewhere, one to Portland and another to Georgia. Bishop said the uncertainty around electrical supply also is affecting the decisions of businesses that want to expand in Grant County as well. Port of Moses Lake commissioner Kent Jones said in his opinion the uncertainty has had a negative effect on attracting and retaining business. Current cryptocurrency owners protested that the Class 17 rates were too high, and had suggestions they said would alleviate some of the risk for PUD. Jonathon Toomin had a proposal for revised rate class, suggesting an upfront yearly fee and a curtailment policy. Aiden Kilek proposed letting the existing customers stay in their current rate class and adding a premium for risk factors. Brian Snyder said he thought the Class 17 proposal was flawed, putting unprecedented rate increases on Class 17 customers. He asked why existing cryptocurrency customers couldn’t be left alone; they are no threat to other customers, he said.

Washington Cattlemen's Association seeking donations for state's cattlemen affected by recent wildfires

The Washington Cattlemen’s Association is accepting donations of hay, pasture, pasture seed, or funds for cattlemen or cattlewomen affected by recent wildfires in Washington state.

Hammond: Manweller should resign because of sexual misconduct allegations

Othello School Board forms committee to study space needs

OTHELLO — Othello School District patrons are being invited to join a committee to look at the facility needs of the district and make recommendations how to address them. District superintendent Chris Hurst said a plan to convert the district’s elementary schools to kindergarten through eighth grade will be suspended while the committee does its work. People who want to serve on the committee should contact the district office. The committee was proposed by Othello School Board member Tony Ashton a special meeting Aug. 4 to review a report on the space that would be needed for the transition and its potential cost. Hurst, speaking at Monday’s regular board meeting, said the information caused district officials to review their planning. The estimate was about $32.6 million. Not all of that was for the K-8 transition, Hurst said; it included costs for other changes district officials plan to make. But however it’s allocated, “that is a big price tag that would have to go to our community, our voters, for a potential bond in the future.” In addition, the estimate only included current students, with no provision for growth. In light of that, “we’re reflecting, we’re taking a step back - we really want to pause, just the conversation,” Hurst said. “We wholeheartedly believe in direction and the work that’s happening here,” Hurst said, with teachers and staff in support of the district’s direction. But “we realize we did have to pause. Which is an opportunity.” Hurst said it gives district officials time to talk to district patrons about the proposed changes. “How do we get others involved? How do we bring more people to the table?” The innovations won’t succeed without community support, he said. The committee will be a maximum of 25 people, including a maximum of five people with kids (or grandkids) in school and a max of five district patrons without kids in school. If more than five people apply, the committee members would be chosen by lottery. The committee will also include one teacher from each school; to be nominated by the school staff; two school board members, two high school students, a representative from the city of Othello, the superintendent, a second central office administrator chosen by its staff, and one principal or vice-principal from a school, chosen by the other administrators. The committee will be asked to determine what the district’s facility needs are, focusing on the next five years. Board member Ken Johnson said he thought district officials needed to take a longer-term look, at least 10 years out. Ashton said, and Johnson agreed, that could be the work of a second committee, after the first committee’s job is finished. The committee members will set a timetable to report to the board, and will be asked to meet twice a month until they come up with a recommendation. Board members are asking for at least two options.

Washington State's Mike Leach thinks joint practices could bring intrigue to college game

Joint training camps have become popular, highly-anticipated dates on the NFL’s preseason calendar. Mike Leach thinks something similar could also spice up the college game.

Heady RB drills, love for Tyler Lockett, Brandon Marshall, more from Seahawks training camp

“Keep the head out of the game!”

George to throw 12th annual bluegrass festival

GEORGE — The George Community Hall is hosting the 12th Annual George Washington Bluegrass Festival, Sept. 10-16, in the George Community Park.

Othello School Board approves 2018-19 budget

OTHELLO — The Othello School Board approved a $66,297,998 budget for the 2018-19 school year at the regular board meeting Monday.

Body found in irrigation canal in Adams County

OTHELLO — The Adams County Sheriff’s Office reports a body was found in an irrigation canal.

Guilty plea entered in death of deputy's daughter

EPHRATA — An Ephrata man has entered a guilty plea in connection with a July 2016 incident in which he plowed into the back of an off-duty corrections deputy Justin Grubb's truck. The crash resulted in the death of Grubb's 8-year-old daughter.

Wendy's breaks ground on restaurant in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE — “We’re here.”

Moses Lake firefighters put out fire at laundromat

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake firefighters responded to and put out a fire that originated in a dryer at a laundromat Wednesday morning.

Ring rookies

Yonezawa students, hosts a pleasure to transport

Thanks for the nice article about the visiting students from Yonezawa, Japan. As a volunteer bus driver for the Moses Lake Senior Center, I had to opportunity to transport them and their host students on some of their tours.

Thanks for help with Grant County Fair seed booth

Moses Lake Grange No. 1151, chartered May 31, 2017, would like to thank the local companies for all their donations that allowed them to install the seed display booth at the Grant County Fair. Grange members contacted local companies for two months leading up to the fair, and were pleasantly surprised by the generosity and enthusiasm expressed by each of the sponsors. Grange members spent a handful of Saturdays building the table, sign and display. The weekend before the fair, ten members collaborated harmoniously to place the seeds, creating the unique display that can be seen in the agriculture building. Grange seed display booths have a historical connection to the region, but have not been seen by Grant County fairgoers in at least 25 years.

2 injured in Desert Aire collision

DESERT AIRE — Two teenagers were injured in a rollover collision south of Desert Aire on Tuesday.

Public libraries still serve a good purpose

When was the last time you visited our public library? Many people today think that with information at our fingertips, libraries are becoming obsolete. You could have almost included me among that group of people a few short weeks ago.

Matt Manweller: a great professor and a great representative

My favorite class during my time at CWU was by far my American Political Thought and Culture class with Matt Manweller. He used a variety of teaching techniques to reach students, we played games, listened to music, and were encouraged to bring in material from our lives that represented American Political Culture. Manweller isn’t partisan in class. While students know his personal political views because he’s a state representative, he’s not a professor that preaches his personal politics to his class like so many other professors. In one of his classes we read a book by well-known liberal commentator Chris Matthews, “America: Beyond Its Grandest Notions.”

Soap Lake's Herrera places second at NHSFR

ROCK SPRINGS, Wyo. — The thinking part of bull riding pretty much stops once a guy gives the nod and the chute flies open.

Magically entertaining: Magician Kevin Wolfe wows at Grant County Fair

MOSES LAKE — If Kevin Wolfe's magic show came with a disclaimer it would more than likely tell audiences to give their everything to avoid blinking.

Wildfire that broke out near Soap Lake may be human-caused

SOAP LAKE — A wildfire that burned an estimated 65 acres near Soap Lake on Wednesday may have been human-caused.

Grant County Republican Party honors volunteers and fallen community workers

MOSES LAKE — Grant County Republicans gathered late Tuesday at the fairgrounds to honor some long-time party volunteers and party figures who have passed in the last few years.

Legals August 16, 2018

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Sealed proposals will be received for the following project: PROJECT NO.: 2018-041 G (1-1) TITLE: Replacement of Road ESTIMATED BASE BID COST RANGE: $150,000.00 to $200,000.00 AGENCY: Big Bend Community College BID DATE/TIME: Prior to 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, August 28, 2018 WALK-THROUGH: 11:30 A.M., Monday, August 20, 2018 PROJECT MANAGER: David Lohrengel BY: Department of Enterprise Services Engineering & Architectural Services Full advertisement available at https://fortress.wa.gov/ga/apps/EASBids/BidCalendar.aspx. Please direct questions regarding this project to the office of the Consultant, KPFF Consulting Engineers, telephone (360) 292-7230. STATE OF WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF ENTERPRISE SERVICES ENGINEERING AND ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES #08042/218223 Pub: August 16, 2018

Inland Cellular outages continue Tuesday evening

With voice networks still disabled into Tuesday evening, Inland Cellular is working around the clock on emergency measures to restore voice and text services to customers throughout Eastern Washington.

Seahawks running back Penny has surgery on broken finger

RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Seattle Seahawks first-round pick Rashaad Penny had surgery Wednesday to repair a broken finger.

Gordon breaks scoreless tie with HR in 12th, M's top A's 2-0

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Light-hitting Dee Gordon homered off Yusmeiro Petit in the 12th inning to break a scoreless tie and the Seattle Mariners beat the Oakland Athletics 2-0 on Wednesday to avoid a three-game sweep.

Demolition derby results

Conconully fish avoided my hooks

A two-part series about a June fishing trip to Conconully Reservoir.

New rate class discussed at PUD meeting

EPHRATA — Qualifying existing customers would be phased into a new Grant County PUD “evolving industries” rate class over a period of three years, if commissioners follow the recommendation of PUD staff. A review of the options was part of the regular commission meeting Tuesday.

Lakeview brush fire held down to 6 acres

LAKEVIEW — Firefighters were able to contain and extinguish a small brush fire in the Lakeview community near Soap Lake on Tuesday before the blaze damaged nearby structures.

Cave B Estate Winery, rooted in the Columbia Basin

It takes a certain clarity of vision to get temporarily distracted with a little, incidental side-project – creating the Gorge Amphitheatre – only to retire from managing the hottest music venue in the Northwest to dedicate more time to an older passion: making premiere Washington wine.

The Wild West comes to central Washington

MOSES LAKE — The marshal warned the crowd there would be loud noises, but a few late arrivers and holdouts didn't quite believe him.

Horsemanship opens the fair

MOSES LAKE — It was a beautiful way to start the Grant County Fair.

Glenda Fae Jenkins

January 3, 1955 – July 25, 2018

Legals August 15, 2018

SUMMARY PUBLICATION AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF OTHELLO, WASHINGTON ADOPTING THE 2018 ADAMS COUNTY SOLID WASTE AND MODERATE RISK WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN, DATED FEBRUARY 2018 In accordance with RCW 35A.12.160, the following is a summary of Othello Ordinance No. 1516, passed by the Othello City Council and approved by Mayor Shawn Logan on the 6th day of August 2018. The full text may be mailed, free of charge, to any person requesting a copy. SUMMARY This accepts, approves and adopts the 2018 Adams Solid Waste and Moderate Risk Waste Management Plan for the City of Othello. Rebecca P. Ozuna City Clerk #08003/216619 Pub: August 15, 2018

Legals August 15, 2018

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON | COUNTY OF BENTON JUVENILE COURT | No: 18-7-00347-03 ____________________________________| | Dependency of: | | Notice and Summons by Publication MIRACLE JEREMIAH NIKOLAI MARTINEZ, | (Termination) (SMPB) | DOB: 04/05/2017 | ____________________________________|__________________________________ To: David Quintero, Jr., Alleged Father To: Samuel Joshua Alaniz, Alleged Father To: to Whom It May Concern-Unknown Father(s) A Petition to Terminate Parent Rights was filed on June 14, 2018. A termination hearing will be held on this matter on: August 28, 2018 at 1:30 p.m. at Benton/Franklin Juvenile Justice Center, 5606 W. Canal Place, Kennewick, WA 99336. You should be present at this hearing. The hearing will dermine if your parental rights to your child are teminated. 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 Termination of Parental Rights Petition, call DCYF at (509) 585-3000. To view information about your rights, including right to a lawyer, to to www.atg.wa.gov/TRM DATED this 27 day of July, 2018 /s/Maria Aguilar________________ DEPUTY CLERK MARIA AGUILAR #08024/213283 Pub: August 1, 8, 15, 2015

Moses Lake Roundup has top six bull riders in the world scheduled

MOSES LAKE — It’s one thing to say the 75th annual Moses Lake Roundup will feature some of the best rodeo cowboys in the world. But it’s another to say it will feature three of The Very Best in the world when the rodeo kicks off Thursday night and runs through Saturday at the Grant County Fairgrounds.

Status check on Brandon Marshall's comeback try: Seahawks 'very excited, very encouraged'

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Former WHS wrestler Guerra prepares for derby

MOSES LAKE — Josiah Guerra is a man of many talents.

Armed robbery suspect not found at Ephrata hotel after raid

EPHRATA - A police raid at an Ephrata hotel on Tuesday was unsuccessful in apprehending an armed robbery suspect.

Rep. Manweller let go from CWU position

Central Washington University has fired Rep. Matt Manweller, R-Ellensburg, from his position as a tenured political science professor, effective immediately, concluding its months-long investigation into allegations that Manweller sexually harassed students and others. Manweller was placed on leave in December as the investigation was underway.

Adams County deputies with the save

OTHELLO — Quick acting Adams County Sheriff’s Office deputies used Narcan, a nasal anti-opioid spray, to save the life of an overdose victim Tuesday evening.

MLSD proposes $124 million 2018-19 budget

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake School District has released its proposed operating budget of around $124.2 million — roughly $14,000 per student — for the upcoming 2018-19 school year.

Summer is time to break out the watermelons

Watermelon season is upon us. If you don't have some lurking in your garden, maybe your neighbor does. If neither of these are true, watermelons are available at the farmers market and the megamarts likely have a supply from the Hermiston area.

Federal grant approved for Grass Valley Fire

GRAND COULEE — A federal grant was approved to aid fire crews in combating the large Grass Valley Fire, which has burned an estimated 75,000 acres so far.

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Grant County Sheriff’s Office

New psychiatric nurse-practitioner at Samaritan Healthcare

MOSES LAKE — Mental health nurse-practitioner Teresa Hutsell has joined the staff of Samaritan Healthcare. Hutsell will be a practitioner in the Behavioral Health unit at Samaritan Clinic. She’s been working at the clinic for about a month, she said.

1 injured in semi collision near Othello

OTHELLO — One person was injured in a collision involving two semi-trucks near Othello on Tuesday.

Legals August 14, 2018

NOTICE OF HEARING ON APPLICATION FOR A COUNTY ROAD FRANCHISE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Hillcrest Water Users Association has filed with the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) of Grant County, Washington, an application for a franchise for a period of fifty (50) years to construct, operate and maintain a domestic water system under, across, and along certain County roads in Grant County, Washington, lying within the following described portion of the County, to-wit: That portion of Airway Drive NE, Hillcrest Drive NE, Lybbert Drive NE, moon Drive NE, and Fairview Place NE, all being within a portion of the south half of S 9, T 19 N, R 28 E, WM. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the BOCC has scheduled a public hearing to consider this franchise on August 28, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. in the Board of County Commissioners Hearing Room at the Grant County Courthouse in Ephrata, WA and any person may appear at this time and place to be heard for or against the granting or denying of said franchise or any part thereof. DATED this 30th day of July, 2018 /s/Michele Jaderlund______________________________ Michele Jaderlund Auditor of Grant County, Washington #08027/214090 Pub: August 14, 21, 2018

The 75th annual Moses Lake Roundup is finally here

I don’t know whether or not I’m at a loss for words or just ready to see the 75th annual Moses Lake Roundup kick up its heels.

Lowrie drives in 4 to back Manaea, A's hold off Mariners 7-6

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Jed Lowrie drove in four runs to back Sean Manaea and the Oakland Athletics held off a late Seattle rally to beat the Mariners 7-6 on Monday night in a matchup of AL West contenders.

Seahawks hope Barkevious Mingo can be dual threat on defense

RENTON, Wash. (AP) — The Seattle Seahawks would be thrilled if Barkevious Mingo became the new version of what Bruce Irvin was during their championship run — strong on stopping the run in early downs, a threat as a rusher in passing situations.

2 Manta Rays compete for all-star team; Washburn ups national rank in 50 freestyle

CLOVIS, Calif. — Manta Ray Aquatics teammates Noah Heaps, 17, and Zachary Washburn, 14, joined 40 other elite swimmers from around the Inland Empire to compete at the Senior Zone Championship swim meet in Clovis, Calif. as part of the IES All-Star Team.

Deceased Grant County Jail inmate identified

EPHRATA — The inmate who was found dead in his bunk at the Grant County Jail over the weekend has been identified as 34-year-old Soap Lake resident Derek Batton.

Inland Cellular still working to restore voice service

SPOKANE — Inland Cellular customers may see a resumption of voice service by late Monday evening, according to a press release issued by the company Monday afternoon.

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Samaritan Hospital

Yonezawa students have a blast in the Basin

MOSES LAKE — We may not appreciate it all of the time, but the area we live in is full of rich beauty and countless sights to see. Three special visitors from Yonezawa, Japan, Moses Lake’s sister city, had the opportunity to take in a number of those sights last week and made the most out of their brief visit to the Columbia Basin.

Warden community survey underway

WARDEN — Warden School District patrons have about another week to participate in an open survey designed to find out what they think about the district now and where it might be headed.

Othello School Board to convene community committee

OTHELLO — The Othello School Board will form a community committee to study the district’s facilities and make recommendations to accommodate future needs, possibly including a new construction bond. That followed the release of a draft analysis that estimated it would take about $32.6 million to convert the district’s four existing elementary schools and McFarland Middle School to a kindergarten through eighth grade format. The report was discussed at a special board meeting and workshop Saturday morning.

Levi Breiling

Levi “Trench” Joshua Breiling passed away on July 21, 2018 at the age of 24 after losing a long-fought battle against the emotional cancer of depression.

Tariffs unsettle hay market

MOSES LAKE — In any war, real or metaphorical, somebody gets caught in the crossfire. And in the 2018 trade wars, that could include Washington agricultural exports. Like hay.

Legals August 13, 2018

PUBLIC NOTICE MOSES LAKE CITY at 401 S BALSAM ST Moses Lake, WA 98837 is seeking coverage under: Eastern Washington Phase II Permit, National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System and State Waste Discharge General Permit for Discharges from Small Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems in eastern Washington. The proposed permit will authorize stormwater discharges from the municipal separate storm sewer system located in Moses Lake. The permit requires MOSES LAKE CITY to develop and implement a stormwater management program that: 1. Reduces the discharge of pollutants to the maximum extent practicable. 2. Protects water quality. 3. Satisfies appropriate requirements of the Clean Water Act. Any person desiring to present views to the Department of Ecology concerning this application may notify Ecology in writing within 30 days from the last date of publication of this notice. Submit comments to: Washington Department of Ecology Water Quality Program Municipal Stormwater Permits P.O. Box 47696 Olympia, WA 98504-7696 #08038/216621 Pub: August 10, 13, 2018

Tre Flowers impresses in debut, could be second Seahawks rookie in 2 years to win starting job at corner

Tre Flowers, a converted cornerback who played safety during his playing days at Oklahoma State, spent his NFL debut for the Seattle Seahawks on Thursday night lining up opposite an offense that featured a renewed Andrew Luck.

Healy, Mariners rally past Astros 4-3 in 10 for 4-game sweep

HOUSTON (AP) — Ryon Healy hit a tying home run with two outs in the ninth inning, Mitch Haniger delivered an RBI double in the 10th and the Seattle Mariners beat Houston 4-3 Sunday to sweep a four-game series from the AL West-leading Astros.

Last year's injuries make Washington State inadvertently deep at inside linebacker in 2018

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Woods teeters on edge of title in agonizing 2nd place at PGA

ST. LOUIS (AP) — The ball rested on the edge of the cup, its logo peeking into the hole for what seemed like forever.

Multi-agency effort holds wildfire to around 200 acres

QUINCY — Even with the extreme heat on Thursday crews from several local fire agencies were able to contain a wildfire to around 200 acres.

Night of adoration: Othello native presents concert at Bethel Spanish Assembly of God

OTHELLO — Edward Rivera is dedicated to his craft through-and-through. As a traveling musician Rivera knows firsthand how precarious flight schedules can be and how nothing is set in stone. That notion was put into play on Friday when Rivera’s flight was canceled. This was a big deal considering he was scheduled to be in concert at the Bethel Spanish Assembly of God in Othello Saturday night.

Cowboy Breakfast draws big crowd

MOSES LAKE — It was darn warm out there, but that didn’t stop people from filling the tables at the annual Cowboy Breakfast Friday morning.

Inmate found dead at Grant County Jail

EPHRATA — Grant County detectives are looking into the death of an inmate who was declared dead at the Grant County Jail on Sunday.

Inland Cellular technicians working to restore voice, text services

MOSES LAKE — Inland Cellular is working to restore voice and text messages to its customers after a network-wide outage caused by a fire put the services out of commission over the weekend.

Grass Valley Fire chars an estimated 75,000 acres

GRAND COULEE — A wildfire burning west of Grand Coulee has charred an estimated 75,000 acres and destroyed five outbuildings and damaged at least one home.

Apple crop forecast at about 131 million boxes

YAKIMA — The 2018 Washington apple crop is projected to clock in at about 131 million boxes of fresh-packed fruit, according to the estimate released Tuesday by the Washington State Tree Fruit Association.

Inslee declares state of emergency for damaged overpass

OLYMPIA — Governor Jay Inslee signed a state of emergency proclamation for Adams County to aid the state Department of Transportation in making repairs to a heavily damaged overpass near Ritzville.

Othello appoints Shawn Logan full-time mayor

OTHELLO — The Othello City Council voted unanimously on Monday to appoint Mayor Shawn Logan as the city’s full-time administrator as well.

4 injured in collision near Mattawa

MATTAWA — Four people were injured in an early morning rollover collision near Mattawa on Friday.

Warden-area fire contained at 300 acres

Even though they faced 107 degree weather Thursday afternoon, fire fighters, law enforcement and farmers contained a wildfire to 300 acres.

1 dead in early morning hit-and-run collision near Quincy

Deputies seeking info on driver of vehicle

Washington State Library to digitize historic newspapers

The Washington Office of Secretary of State will be adding 100,000 pages to its nationally-recognized project of digitizing historic newspapers, using a grant announced Tuesday morning for $280,000 from the National Endowment for the Humanities.

Quincy Irrigation District to end ditchrides Sept. 1

QUINCY — August means that harvest is upon us, and with that, the end of the irrigation season is nearing across the Columbia Basin.

K-9 deputy helps nab assault suspect

LAKEVIEW — K-9 Grizzly aided deputies earlier this week in subduing a suspect who was allegedly involved in an assault that involved a hatchet in the Lakeview Community near Soap Lake.

Grant County Health District concerned over air quality at fair

EPHRATA — Officials with the Grant County Health District are concerned that the air quality over the Columbia Basin might affect next week’s Grant County Fair.

Grant County Fair begins Tuesday

MOSES LAKE — Exhibitors have worked with their show animals, gardeners have picked their best fruits and vegetables, bakers have experimented with their best recipes. There’s prep work at the food booths and the rodeo arena. It’s time.

Unemployment up in June

MOSES LAKE — Turmoil in Grant County’s manufacturing sector led to a slight increase in the unemployment rate in June 2018, when compared with June 2017. Unemployment was 5.1 percent in June 2018, compared to 4.9 percent in June 2017.

Statewide and regionally, primary election turnout is in decline

Following a steady statewide trend of declining primary election turnout, Tuesday’s turnout is shaping up to be the lowest in over a decade in many Central Washington counties.

It's fair and rodeo time

Today we offer a few Bits & Pieces of past Grant County Fairs and Rodeos. Enjoy.

Beware of cougars, continued: what to do when faced with one

More about cougars

Judith Tramayne resigns from Soap Lake council

SOAP LAKE — Soap Lake city councilmember Judith Tramayne resigned from her post on the council last month due to health problems.

Legals August 10, 2018

PUBLIC NOTICE MOSES LAKE CITY at 401 S BALSAM ST Moses Lake, WA 98837 is seeking coverage under: Eastern Washington Phase II Permit, National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System and State Waste Discharge General Permit for Discharges from Small Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems in eastern Washington. The proposed permit will authorize stormwater discharges from the municipal separate storm sewer system located in Moses Lake. The permit requires MOSES LAKE CITY to develop and implement a stormwater management program that: 1. Reduces the discharge of pollutants to the maximum extent practicable. 2. Protects water quality. 3. Satisfies appropriate requirements of the Clean Water Act. Any person desiring to present views to the Department of Ecology concerning this application may notify Ecology in writing within 30 days from the last date of publication of this notice. Submit comments to: Washington Department of Ecology Water Quality Program Municipal Stormwater Permits P.O. Box 47696 Olympia, WA 98504-7696 #08038/216621 Pub: August 10, 13, 2018

You too can be a history maker

I talked with someone recently about their choice of novels. Besides the Bible, I was wondering what kind of books they liked to read.

County fair forces Ephrata to reschedule council meeting

EPHRATA — With so many members of the Ephrata City Council scheduled to work at the Grant County Fair next Wednesday, the city has rescheduled next week’s meeting until after the fair.

Jensens to serve in California

OTHELLO — Raun and Renee Jensen have been called to serve a 23-month mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints to the California Ventura Mission. They are following in the footsteps of eight of their children who have served mission throughout the world. They will be giving a farewell address at 9 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 12 at the LDS 7th Ave Chapel located at 7th and Ash in Othello. All are invited to attend.

Burning on Washington state-protected lands now banned

OLYMPIA — With wildfire risk reaching a breaking point Washington's Commissioner of Public Lands, Hilary S. Franz, has banned all outdoor burning on lands in Washington that are protected by the Department of Natural Resources.

'The heart of American rodeo'

New Light Missionary Baptist gets new pastor

MOSES LAKE — Domingo Valenzuela fell in love with the West as a little boy growing up in Texas.

Wind, heat make wildfire near Ephrata harder to fight

EPHRATA ­—­ Firefighters from Grant County Fire Districts 3 and 13 teamed up to battle a wildfire that broke out northwest of Ephrata Thursday afternoon. The firefighters were joined by the Bureau of Land Management, the Department of Forestry and neighboring farmers. Two SEAT (single engine air tanker) planes and a helicopter had been deployed to the scene as wind and high temperatures made their job more difficult.

Police have successful National Night Out

MOSES LAKE — Ten-year-old Emma Pierce is always trying to outdo her older brother. So when it was her turn to plunge Grant County Sheriff Tom Jones into a dunk tank during National Night Out in Moses Lake Tuesday evening she knew exactly what she had to do.

Making Moses Lake a rodeo town

Every picture has a story

One of America’s status symbols is a home with a beautiful bluegrass lawn. It is a necessity for children and pets in town. Many people do not realize the steps it takes to produce the seed for this beautiful lawn. The farmer must first have the land available, decide a year in advance if bluegrass seed is needed by the consumer, is it profitable for him to grow and will it fit into his crop rotation schedule. Only select growers are given contracts to grow bluegrass seed in Grant County. The USDA writes up the BMP (Best Management Practices) rules the grower must obey and the Department of Ecology issues burn permits based on a daily scientifically researched national weather forecast.

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Moses Lake Police Department

River Dogs out of World Series

JAMESTOWN, NY - The thing about raising smart kids from the Columbia Basin is that they could do the math prior to Wednesday’s final pool play game with the Ohio Valley region champions from Crown Point, Ind.

Understanding ballistics

The “Big Book of Ballistics,” By Philip P. Massaro and published in 2017 by Gun Digest Books helps the reader understand ballistics. Today we continue to discuss seating depth, spin drift and more from the book.

Trinity Gardens Lavender Farm, heavy with heady aromas

Stepping onto the Trinity Gardens Lavender Farm on a hot summer day, the smell of hundreds of lavender bushes in full bloom washes over guests like a high-pressure system before a hard rain.

Henry Zarate Jr.

August 9, 1959 – August 6, 2018

Memory Café cancels meeting

EPHRATA — The Community Memory Cafe, a monthly support group for people with memory loss, canceled its August meeting. It was canceled to allow members to attend Senior Day at the Grant County Fair.

Students coming forward in defense of Manweller

Alumni from Central Washington University are reaching out to Rep. Matt Manweller, who is under investigation by CWU for allegations of sexual harassment, alleging that the lead investigator was manipulative in her interviews.

Gallo, Gallardo stay hot, Rangers beat Mariners 11-7

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Yovani Gallardo and Joey Gallo both remain on a roll for the Texas Rangers.

Fair time is approaching

One week of each year is dedicated to the Grant County Fair which is quickly approaching. The fair runs from Aug. 14-18 this year. During that week everyone’s inner cowboy comes out in one way or another.

Challengers overperform in 9th District, but not enough to win

The majority of votes are in from Tuesday’s primary, and challengers are outperforming in the 9th Legislative District, where two Republican incumbents vie to retain their seats in the Washington state House. Challengers still lagged significantly behind incumbents, though, despite a narrowed margin compared to past elections.

Babe Ruth World Series scores/standings

Scores/schedule

MLSD giving Chromebooks to all middle, high school students this year

MOSES LAKE — When school starts, each high school and middle school student is going to receive something new.

Kelowna Falcons rout AppleSox in season finale 11-3

KELOWNA, B.C — Hunter Boyd and the Wenatchee AppleSox were hoping for a little better outcome in the season finale with the Kelowna Falcons on Wednesday night at Elks Stadium.

Legals August 9, 2018

REQUEST FOR LETTERS OF INTENT TO BID Letters of intent to bid for legal services providers will be received by Aging & Adult Care of Central Washington (AACCW) for the provision of legal services to persons age 60+ with economic & social needs; attention to low-income minorities, rural elderly or older individuals with severe disabilities. Contractor must provide services throughout six counties: Adams, Chelan, Douglas, Grant, Lincoln & Okanogan Counties (2018 contract provides 613.5 hours/$65,000.00). Initial contract will be 1/1/19-12/31/19, with AACCW option to renew up to three additional 1-year periods. Formal letters of intent to bid must be received by August 10, 2018 at AACCW, 50 Simon St. SE, Suite A, E. Wenatchee, WA 98802. Only agencies responding with a letter of intent to bid will be allowed to compete in the procurement process. Minority & woman-owned businesses encouraged to apply. Successful bidder must abide by WA State EEO policies. #08017/212101 Pub: July 26, 2018 & August 2, 9, 2018

Public invited to Othello Community Health Fair

OTHELLO — National Health Center Week has been celebrated for more than 30 years for its success in providing access to affordable, high-quality, cost-effective health care to medically vulnerable and underserved people throughout the United States.

Babe Ruth World Series scores/schedules

Scores/schedule

Apple crop forecast at about 131 million boxes

YAKIMA — The 2018 Washington apple crop is projected to clock in at about 131 million boxes of fresh-packed fruit, according to the estimate released Tuesday by the Washington State Tree Fruit Association.

Kelowna shells AppleSox 15-1

KELOWNA, B.C. - The AppleSox scored just one run on 10 hits in a 15-1 loss to Kelowna on Tuesday night in West Coast League action. It was a must-win situation for Wenatchee (26-27-0), which was trying to keep its WCL playoff hopes alive. Wenatchee won the series opener on Monday to move to half-a-game out of first place with a 7-4 victory over the Kelowna Falcons on Monday night at Elks Stadium. Thanks to Yakima Valley’s fourth loss in the last five games and the Sox’ fourth consecutive win, Wenatchee is now less than a game out of a playoff spot. But they couldn’t find the same mojo on Tuesday. JT Schwartz was 3-for-4 and scored Wenatchee’s only run. But it it was Kelowna, all night long. The Falcons (27-26) took a seven-run lead in the fifth and broke it open with a four-run seventh. The two clubs wrap up the final game of the regular season on Wednesday, beginning at 6:35 p.m. at Elks Stadium.

Soap Lake's Herrera places second at NHSFR

ROCK SPRINGS, Wyo. — The thinking part of bull riding pretty much stops once a guy gives the nod and the chute flies open.

Heroin, meth seized in Moses Lake, Warden

MOSES LAKE — A lengthy drug investigation resulted in several arrests and the seizure of heroin, methamphetamine and over $12,000 in currency on Monday.

Othello appoints Shawn Logan full-time mayor

OTHELLO — The Othello City Council voted unanimously on Monday to appoint Mayor Shawn Logan as the city’s full-time administrator as well.

River Dogs fall to Onondaga

JAMESTOWN, NY — The Columbia Basin River Dogs played on with a chance to win, but in the end they were betrayed by an old friend – a defense that has carried them to the brink of greatness.

Othello cardboard recycling center reopens Friday

OTHELLO — The Adams County Bruce Transfer Station, which was damaged by a weekend fire, will be closed through Thursday and reopen to the public on Friday.

1 injured in semi collision near Othello

OTHELLO — One person was injured in a collision involving two semi-trucks near Othello on Tuesday.

The Moses Lake Roundup, 75 years in the making

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Othello Community Hospital

Warden roper Dylan Beck wraps up high school career on the big stage

ROCK SPRINGS, Wyo. — It’s not how, it’s how fast. Time is the only thing that matters on the timed event end of the rodeo arena.

Legals August 8, 2018

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON | COUNTY OF BENTON JUVENILE COURT | No: 18-7-00347-03 ____________________________________| | Dependency of: | | Notice and Summons by Publication MIRACLE JEREMIAH NIKOLAI MARTINEZ, | (Termination) (SMPB) | DOB: 04/05/2017 | ____________________________________|__________________________________ To: David Quintero, Jr., Alleged Father To: Samuel Joshua Alaniz, Alleged Father To: to Whom It May Concern-Unknown Father(s) A Petition to Terminate Parent Rights was filed on June 14, 2018. A termination hearing will be held on this matter on: August 28, 2018 at 1:30 p.m. at Benton/Franklin Juvenile Justice Center, 5606 W. Canal Place, Kennewick, WA 99336. You should be present at this hearing. The hearing will dermine if your parental rights to your child are teminated. 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 Termination of Parental Rights Petition, call DCYF at (509) 585-3000. To view information about your rights, including right to a lawyer, to to www.atg.wa.gov/TRM DATED this 27 day of July, 2018 /s/Maria Aguilar________________ DEPUTY CLERK MARIA AGUILAR #08024/213283 Pub: August 1, 8, 15, 2015

House adopts Newhouse, Cuellar H-2A reforms

A bipartisan amendment adding reforms to the H-2A guest-worker program to the 2019 Homeland Security Appropriations Bill was approved by the House Committee on Appropriations recently.

Othello local separates murderer from myth in Deodies lecture

OTHELLO — Othello-native Alfonso Zavala, recent museum studies graduate from Central Washington University, presented the story of local legend Deodies Curry at a special lecture Saturday at the Othello Community Museum.

Manweller, Dent leading in primary

Two seats were up for grabs in the 13th Legislative District during Tuesday’s primary. Incumbents Rep. Matt Manweller, R-Ellensburg, and Rep. Tom Dent, R-Moses Lake, both vied to retain their seats in the state House. Though Sen. Judy Warnick, R-Moses Lake, was also up for election, she ran unopposed.

Goehner, Diamond, Steele, Starratt top 12th District primaries

EPHRATA — Chelan County Commissioner Keith Goehner, Dryden, will face retired physician Ann Diamond, Mazama, for the open Washington House of Representatives seat in the 12th District. In the race for the district’s second House seat, incumbent Mike Steele, Chelan, will face Valerie Sarratt of Twisp.

Incumbents win big in Grant County primary vote

EPHRATA — Voters across Grant County seemed content with incumbents in county offices if the results of Tuesday’s primary are any reflection.

Wildfire near Othello burns 1,000 acres

OTHELLO — A large wildfire that broke out southeast of Othello charred over 1,000 acres, according to information released by the Washington Department of Natural Resources on Friday.

Fire breaks out at cardboard recycling center near Othello

OTHELLO — A weekend fire caused extensive damages to a cardboard recycling center east of Othello.

Wilson Creek hydroplane racer lives his life at full throttle

WILSON CREEK — Chances are if you drive by Kurt Myers’ garage most any night during the week you’ll see the lights on and a guy turning a wrench, getting something ready for the weekend.

Rep. Newhouse holding Veterans Service Fair in Moses Lake on Wednesday

MOSES LAKE — Fourth Congressional District Rep. Dan Newhouse will be holding a "Veterans Service Fair" in Moses Lake on Wednesday.

Healy hit in 12th pushes Mariners past Rangers 4-3

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Ryon Healy had a go-ahead RBI single with two outs in the 12th inning and the Seattle Mariners beat the Texas Rangers 4-3 on Monday night after blowing an early three-run lead.

Ifedi must cut down on mistakes to stay in Seahawks lineup

RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Germain Ifedi was back with the first unit in training camp Monday, two days after Seattle coach Pete Carroll yanked the starting right tackle from the lineup during the Seahawks' scrimmage.

Babe Ruth scores and standings

Manager Randy Boruff's interview following the victory:

Vassar leads River Dogs to first World Series win

By RODNEY HARWOOD

Cowboy breakfast set for Friday

MOSES LAKE — It’s one of those Old West traditions, the crew gets together for a good breakfast before the work starts. The annual Cowboy Breakfast is scheduled for 7 to 10 a.m. Friday at Sinkiuse Square next to the Moses Lake post office.

Convicted felon who crashed stolen car facing charges

EPHRATA — Charges have been filed against a convicted felon from Ephrata who allegedly crashed a stolen car near Ephrata last week.

Othello School Board to convene community committee

OTHELLO — The Othello School Board will form a community committee to study the district’s facilities and make recommendations to accommodate future needs, possibly including a new construction bond. That followed the release of a draft analysis that estimated it would take about $32.6 million to convert the district’s four existing elementary schools and McFarland Middle School to a kindergarten through eighth grade format. The report was discussed at a special board meeting and workshop Saturday morning.

Newhouse to talk at GOP luncheon in Moses Lake on Wednesday

MOSES LAKE — If you’re interested in asking Rep. Dan Newhouse, R-Ellensburg, a question, you’ll get your chance on Wednesday.

Rocks threaten to block port expansion

MOSES LAKE — The Port of Moses Lake’s plan to build a multi-purpose structure on the other side of the Grant County International Airport’s main aircraft parking area has run into a fairly sizable obstacle.

If you like liver and onions, try this

I'm going to say something controversial. Some may stop reading this piece as soon as I mention what it is. Some will wonder why it has taken me so long to get to it. Maybe I need help.

AppleSox keep playoff hopes alive

KELOWNA, B.C. — The Wenatchee AppleSox WCL playoff hopes are sketchy at best. The simplest thing they can do is sweep the final series of the regular season at Elks Stadium and see how the rest shakes out.

Legals August 7, 2018

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Grant County, Washington NOTICE OF HEARING IN THE RESOLUTION No. 18-072-CC MATTER OF ADOPTING A COMPREHENSIVE SIX YEAR TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR THE YEARS 2019-2024 WHEREAS, pursuant to the requirements of RCW 36.81.12 1, Grant County is preparing a proposed Comprehensive Transportation Improvement Program for the ensuing six years of 2019-2024, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT a public hearing be held on August 21, 2018 at 2:05 P.M. in the Commissioner's Office in the Grant County Courthouse, Ephrata, Washington and at that time anyone may appear and be heard either for or against the adoption of this program, DATED this 31st day of July, 2018. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Yea Nay Abstain GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON /s/Richard Stevens Richard Stevens, Chair ATTEST: /s/ Tom Taylor Tom Taylor, Member Barbara J. Vasquez Clerk of hth Board /s/Cindy Carter Cindy Carter, Member #08034/215702 Pub: August 7, 14, 2018

Getting started in rodeo

“The world needs more cowboys,” the University of Wyoming’s slogan so appropriately states. If your Facebook feed looks anything like mine you have seen this Facebook frame and I agree with this statement. It is summer time in Washington state again and if you are reading this there is a good chance that you are located within the Columbia River Circuit. If you decide to become a professional cowboy and join the PRCA, I want to share some information I found helpful when competing.

Tacoma man charged in fatal Coulee City crash

COULEE CITY — A Tacoma man was reportedly intoxicated when he rolled his SUV south of Coulee City over the weekend. The crashed claimed the life of his female passenger.

Fire breaks out at cardboard recycling center near Othello

OTHELLO — A weekend fire caused extensive damages to a cardboard recycling center east of Othello.

There's a place in the world for Babe Ruth League

Growing up in Colorado the summer baseball world had a certain pecking order. I played Little League from the time I could swing a bat until high school.

Picking on cherries Growers caught in international trade war

ROYAL SLOPE — Cherry season 2018 is winding down; it looks like a big crop and a good quality crop – but while that’s important it’s not the most important thing about cherries right now.

Legals August 6, 2018

Notice of Application August 6, 2018 Notice is hereby given that a Short Subdivision application was received by Grant County on July 19, 2018 from A-Action Group / Bennett Potter (Designated Contact: Knudsen Land Survey, LLC (Chad Lampe), 130 1st Ave. NW, PO Box 505, Ephrata, WA 98823) was found to be technically complete on August 1, 2018. PROJECT: A Short Subdivision of one parcel that is approximately 94.62 acres in size to create four (4) lots in the Rural Remote (RRem) zoning district. Lot 1 will contain 24.86 acres more or less. Lot 2 will be 25.19 acres more or less. Lot 3 will have 20.00 acres more or less. Lot 4 has an existing well and will contain 20.00 acres more or less. Lots 1 and 4 are known to have existing ground squirrel colonies and restricted areas will be noted on the plat map. The lots will have access from Road X NE and 4.47 acres more or less will be dedicated to Grant County Public Works for road purposes. LOCATION: The project site is known as the Potter Short Plat and the subject parcel is located immediately southeast of the intersection of Road W NE and Road X NE about 1.10 miles south of the Krupp city limits. The site is located in Section 24, Township 22 North, Range 30 East, W.M., Grant County, WA. Parcel # 18-1564-000. ZONING: Rural Remote (RRem). PUBLIC HEARING: None. CONSISTENCY STATEMENT: This proposal is subject to and shall be consistent with Grant County Code, International Building Code, and International Fire Code. Copies of application materials (File #P18-0238) are available from Alex White, Assistant Planner, Grant County Development Services, 264 West Division Avenue, PO Box 37, Ephrata, WA 98823, (509) 754-2011, ext. 2522, abwhite@grantcountywa.gov. Front Office hours: 8 am-12 noon, 1-5 pm, M-F. Comments must be submitted to the Planning Department no later than August 21, 2018. Comments should be as specific as possible and may be mailed, hand-delivered, or emailed. All persons, agencies, or tribes have the right to comment, receive notice, participate in any hearings, request a copy of the final decision, and/or appeal the decision as provided by law and County Code. This may be the only opportunity to comment on the above listed materials. #08033/214968 Pub: August 6, 2018

AppleSox walk-off Black Bears in 11 innings

WENATCHEE — Using an improbable comeback and terrific performances from a couple relievers, the Wenatchee AppleSox (17-24, 6-9 second half) defeated the Cowlitz Black Bears, 8-7, in 11 innings.

Boyd wins fifth game of the season to lead AppleSox

WENATCHEE – Hunter Boyd of Moses Lake won his team-high fifth game of the season Friday night, allowing just one unearned run over five innings and the Wenatchee AppleSox stayed in contention with a strong showing against the Victoria HarbourCats at Paul Thomas Sr. Stadium.

River Dogs fall in World Series opener

JAMESTOWN, NY — There’s always a number. The box score is full of them, but there’s always one number that tells the tale.

Ephrata Eagles Car Show small but star-studded

EPHRATA — It wasn’t the biggest car show of the season, not by a long shot. But there was no shortage of enthusiasm at the 13th annual Ephrata Eagles car show Saturday.

Golf scramble raises about $12,000 for Chiefs wrestling

The fairways looked a little like 106-pound match in full scramble mode with arms flailing, carts going in all directions and laughter over errant shots, but that’s what it looks like when wrestlers golf.

Wildfire near Othello burns 1,000 acres

OTHELLO — A large wildfire that broke out southeast of Othello charred over 1,000 acres, according to information released by the Washington Department of Natural Resources on Friday.

2 arrested after crashing stolen car

EPHRATA — Two alleged vehicle thieves were arrested last week after they reportedly crashed the stolen car and called for medical help.

Special Queen honored with special day

MOSES LAKE — It was quite a gathering late Friday at the Red Door Cafe, people slowly trickling in.

Babe Ruth World Series scores and schedule

Top three teams from each pool advance to the single elimination bracket

4 injured in collision near Mattawa

MATTAWA — Four people were injured in an early morning rollover collision near Mattawa on Friday.

1 dead in collision near Coulee City

COULEE CITY — Alcohol and/or drugs reportedly played a role in a fatal Saturday afternoon collision south of Coulee City that took the life of a Tacoma woman.

Election 2018: State Representative 13th District, Position 1 candidates

Classic rodeo fun at Omak Stampede

OMAK — Ridin' and ropin' for four nights of rodeo, the world-famous Suicide Race across the Okanogan River, the annual Western and Native Art Show, the Colville Confederated Tribes Indian Encampment - wow. And that's not even all the events in Omak during the annual Omak Stampede, scheduled for Aug. 9 through 12 in Omak.

Facility analysis to be submitted to Othello School Board

OTHELLO — Othello School Board members will review recommendations for changes to district facilities, and eventually district patrons will get a look at those recommendations also.

Election 2018: Grant County treasurer's race

Trailorboat made in Ephrata

OK, readers, we have a mystery on our hands. Karen Crook called me a week or so ago. She and her husband Clay are big car buffs, attending several car shows during the year.

Hitting the water

Tariffs unsettle hay market

MOSES LAKE — In any war, real or metaphorical, somebody gets caught in the crossfire. And in the 2018 trade wars, that could include Washington agricultural exports. Like hay.

Samaritan finishes the first half of 2018 with a profit

MOSES LAKE — The first half of 2018 has been a profitable one for Samaritan Healthcare. Net income was $2,314,446 for the first six months of 2018.

Bill to protect salmon from sea lions passes Senate committee

WASHINGTON D.C. — A bill that addresses the problem of sea lions preying on at-risk fish populations passed through a key U.S. Senate committee on Wednesday.

Audit finds issues with assessor's office

EPHRATA — A pair of state audits has found continued problems in the Grant County Assessor’s Office and in the way the county keeps its books.

Election 2018: Grant County Assessor candidates

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Moses Lake Police Department

Inslee declares state of emergency for damaged overpass

OLYMPIA — Governor Jay Inslee signed a state of emergency proclamation for Adams County to aid the state Department of Transportation in making repairs to a heavily damaged overpass near Ritzville.

God's door is always open for us

Three years ago, for our summer vacation, Jeanne, Ben and I took care of Dew Dance “Ranch,” in Port Angeles, Wash.

Mi Casa Market has something for everybody

MOSES LAKE — The sounds of a Mariachi filled the air from a local radio station set up for the grand opening at 723 Third Ave. Trucks and cars honked as they drove by, hands waving out the window at the crowd gathering in the parking lot.

Appeals court reverses burglary conviction

SPOKANE — A Moses Lake man will be getting a new trial due to the Washington Court of Appeals, Division III, reversing his second-degree burglary conviction.

Legals August 3, 2018

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON | COUNTY OF CHELAN | JUVENILE DIVISION | ____________________________________| ) CAUSE NO.: 18-7-70040-04 STATE OF WASHINGTON ) ) NOTICE AND SUMMONS In re the Dependency of: ) BY PUBLICATION ) (Termination) AUSTEN IVY WESTON-KIPP D.O.B.: 2/23/2017 ____________________________________ TO: Melissa kipp, Mother A petition to Terminate Parental Rights was filed on 6/21/18 ; A Fact Finding hearing will be held on this matter on: 8/15/2018 at 10:30am at Chelan County Juvenile Court, 300 Washington Street, Wenatchee, WA 98801. YOU SHOULD BE PRESENT AT THIS HEARING. If a petition for termination of parental rights has been filed, you must request reappointment of a lawyer to represent you in the termination proceeding. To obtain a court-appointed lawyer you must contact: Melanie Donithan at Chelan County Juvenile Court, (509) 667-6351. 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 and Summons, and Termination Petition, call DCYF at 509-665-5300. To view information about your rights in this proceeding, go to www.atg.wa.gov/TRM. DATED THIS 17th of July, 2018, by KIM MORRISON, Chelan County Clerk. #08010/210615 Pub: July 20, 27, 2018 & August 3, 2018

AppleSox let late lead get away against Lefties

WENATCHEE — Port Angeles scored three runs in the eighth inning and rallied to beat Wenatchee 5-3.

Burning on Washington state-protected lands now banned

OLYMPIA — With wildfire risk reaching a breaking point Washington's Commissioner of Public Lands, Hilary S. Franz, has banned all outdoor burning on lands in Washington that are protected by the Department of Natural Resources.

The Dogs are back in town, on the trail of another Senior Babe Ruth World Series championship

JAMESTOWN, NY — The official program reads that Columbia, Wash., is representing the Pacific Northwest Region. But then again, so does the record book every time they win a national title. It makes no difference, the Dogs are back in town and they’re on the trail of another Senior Babe Ruth World Series championship.

Beware of cougars

We live in cougar country folks. Don’t stay indoors all your life, but be aware of the chance of a cougar encounter.

Pruning clematis: It's complicated...

Clematis vines, like most roses, grow well in our part of the state. There are more than 200 hundred species, with many cultivars.

Port of Mattawa scales down August meetings

MATTAWA — The Port of Mattawa board meeting will only be held once in August on Monday, Aug. 20. The normal meeting schedule will resume in September.

SR-24 closed for wildfire

OTHELLO — State Route 24 was closed at a little after 6 p.m. Thursday between Othello and Road 24 SW in Grant County, according to a release from the Grant County Sheriff’s Office.

Sox stay hot, win fourth consecutive series

WENATCHEE — The Wenatchee AppleSox (22-25, 11-10 second half) picked up their fourth consecutive series victory with a 12-3 win over the Port Angeles Lefties on Wednesday night at Paul Thomas Sr. Stadium.

Manweller unwilling to respond to constituents

I cannot support Mat Manweller’s efforts for re-election to the Washington State Legislature. He cannot identify what issues he considers important for the 13thDistrict and he did not respect me, as a concerned constituent, to answer my letters or phone calls.

Manweller represents our local values

Last week I had the pleasure of attending the Old-Fashioned Political Rally hosted by the Ephrata Historical Society and the American Legion. We got to hear from almost every candidate running for office.

Adams County deputies with the save

OTHELLO — Quick acting Adams County Sheriff's Office deputies used Narcan, a nasal anti-opioid spray, to save the life of an overdose victim Tuesday evening.

I believe in America over dictatorship

I am puzzled that some Americans are willing to throw away their freedoms for a dictatorship.

Voting lets your voice be heard

Don’t tell everyone but if every conservative and moderate registered voter in Eastern Washington votes for Susan Hutchison for U.S. Senate before Aug. 7 we will have a chance of being represented in Washington, D.C. in January, 2019. Conservative Slade Gorton ran for a third term representing Washington state in 2000 but was narrowly unseated by Maria Cantwell in a recount. Voter turnout was only 75 percent. Let’s go for 100 percent voter turnout in Eastern Washington.

Grant County's power threatened by bitcoin

Grant County has been invaded by a parasitic power hog that threatens all electricity rate classes and will hamper job growth and tax base expansion for years to come if left unchecked.

Margaret A. Smith

February 12, 1939 – July 24, 2018

Inslee proclaims State of Emergency for wildfires

OLYMPIA — Governor Jay Inslee signed a State of Emergency proclamation to address concerns around unfavorable fire conditions that are forecast in the coming weeks.

Amid investigation, Manweller back in leadership role

State Rep. Matt Manweller was elected in April to a leadership position, six months after being stripped of another leadership position in the wake of a Central Washington University investigation into sexual harassment allegations against the legislator. That investigation is still ongoing.

Former student of Manweller says students were treated respectfully

During my freshman year of college, I was fortunate enough to take a general education course from Matt Manweller, a man who is currently running for State Representative.

Students put robots through their paces

MOSES LAKE — It's the penultimate day of Robotics Camp at Frontier Middle School.

Ask questions before voting

With the upcoming elections I just want to know a few things from the candidates. How are you qualified for the position you are running for and what experience do you have? I’m asking this because I don’t know anything about them but what is on their sign and from previous attempts to run for public office. I think as a community we all should be asking questions to these candidates before casting a blind vote.

Hammond can bring a welcome change to legislature

First a big “thank you” to the Grant County Museum in Ephrata for hosting the old-time political rally. It’s one of my favorite summer events.

Moses Lake Toyota dealer offers great service

My two sons are getting ready for their senior year at Eastern. They drove to Wenatchee over the 4th while my wife and I were on vacation in Oregon to retrieve an old Toyota pickup and a bed full of furniture for their apartment. The pickup’s engine blew as they were exiting I-90 to SR 17 for gas and they coasted into the truck stop at Kittleson Road. It was late Friday afternoon and they found there was a Toyota dealer only a short distance away. They towed it there and with the mechanics gone for the weekend, Kim, the service manager, said they’d keep it in the covered shop and see what was broken on Monday. The boys headed for Cheney and Kim called Monday with the bad news - no compression in two of its four cylinders. Getting my pickup to Moses Lake fell to my wife and Kim had her staff move the furniture to my truck which delivered the load to Cheney. It was going to be another week until I’d be free to take my RV to Moses Lake and tow the dead Toyota back to Wenatchee. Again Kim said she’d have it moved outside in a secure location. I showed up last Tuesday. Kim had her staff push the pickup onto the dolly I rented and refused any compensation for what she had done for us. She said, “they are great kids but they don’t have money to burn and I’ll keep my eye out for a used engine!”

Legals August 2, 2018

REQUEST FOR LETTERS OF INTENT TO BID Letters of intent to bid for legal services providers will be received by Aging & Adult Care of Central Washington (AACCW) for the provision of legal services to persons age 60+ with economic & social needs; attention to low-income minorities, rural elderly or older individuals with severe disabilities. Contractor must provide services throughout six counties: Adams, Chelan, Douglas, Grant, Lincoln & Okanogan Counties (2018 contract provides 613.5 hours/$65,000.00). Initial contract will be 1/1/19-12/31/19, with AACCW option to renew up to three additional 1-year periods. Formal letters of intent to bid must be received by August 10, 2018 at AACCW, 50 Simon St. SE, Suite A, E. Wenatchee, WA 98802. Only agencies responding with a letter of intent to bid will be allowed to compete in the procurement process. Minority & woman-owned businesses encouraged to apply. Successful bidder must abide by WA State EEO policies. #08017/212101 Pub: July 26, 2018 & August 2, 9, 2018

Columbia Theatre Camp offers program for kids, teens

ROYAL CITY — Children and teenagers ages 8-18 interested in breaking into theatre and stretching themselves artistically can sign up for the first-ever Columbia Theatre Camp, where attendees can practice their dance, vocal and dramatic skills with guidance from industry professionals.

The Columbia Basin can hold its own in baseball tradition say Cooper, Boruff and Boyd

It’s baseball.

Risk, revenue discussed at Grant PUD workshop

EPHRATA — Jobs, revenue and risk were among the topics during a wide-ranging discussion of a proposed new Grant County PUD rate class at a commission workshop Tuesday.

Mel Olson's remarkable life celebrated by community members

MOSES LAKE — Jon Lane posed two rhetorical questions during his address at Mel Olson's celebration of life.

Gonzalez, Astros win 8-3, drop Mariners into wild-card tie

SEATTLE (AP) — Marwin Gonzalez hit two of Houston’s four home runs, and the Astros knocked the Seattle Mariners from the lead for the second wild card in the American League with an 8-3 win on Wednesday.

Ballistics on my mind

This is a two-part series about the book, “Big Book of Ballistics.”

Reunion time: Seahawks sign veteran guard J.R. Sweezy

Associated Press

Manweller responds to CWU investigation

State Rep. Matt Manweller, R-Ellensburg, released a statement Wednesday criticizing the object and scope of Central Washington University’s investigation into sexual harassment allegations levied against the professor and lawmaker, preempting release of the university’s final report.

Health district investigates meningitis case

MOSES LAKE — The Grant County Health District has confirmed a case locally of a rare and dangerous form of meningitis typically found in Sub-Saharan Africa, and is looking for other people who may have been exposed. According to a District news release, a single case of Invasive Neisseria Meningitidis, a disease common in parts of Africa from Senegal on the Atlantic coast through to central Ethiopia, that appeared in Grant County in mid-July.

Comment sought on Microsoft data center expansion

QUINCY — The state Department of Ecology (DOE) is seeking public comment on an update to an expansion at Microsoft’s data center in Quincy.

Phase-in recommended for new PUD rate class

EPHRATA — Grant County PUD employees will recommend phasing in the new “emerging industries” rate class over a period of three to four years. That announcement came during a workshop on the proposed emerging industries class for PUD commissioners Tuesday.

K-9 Chewbacca helps nab suspect

LAKEVIEW — The mere presence of K-9 deputy Chewbacca was enough for a wanted man to give up and surrender to pursuing deputies on Monday.

Bill Schlagel

January 22, 1929 – July 26, 2018

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Samaritan Hospital

Priest Rapids Dam work progressing

Crews have finished drilling around 230 core samples in the Priest Rapids Dam and are installing instruments into the dam’s concrete monoliths to monitor the structure’s stability. Installation is slated to end in early Sept.

Legals August 1, 2018

SUMMARY PUBLICATION AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OTHELLO AMENDING CHAPTER 2.10 TITLED "CITY ADMINISTRATOR" In accordance with RCW 35A.12.160, the following is a summary of Othello Ordinance No. 1515, passed by the Othello City Council and approved by Mayor Shawn Logan on the 23rd day of July 2018. The full text may be mailed, free of charge, to any person requesting a copy. SUMMARY This ordinance amends Othello Municipal Code Chapter 2.10 titled "City Administrator" where the Council by majority vote can vote that the Mayor perform all the duties of City Administrator. Rebecca P. Ozuna City Clerk #08001/212455 Pub: August 1, 2018

Legals August 1, 2018

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON | COUNTY OF BENTON JUVENILE COURT | No: 18-7-00347-03 ____________________________________| | Dependency of: | | Notice and Summons by Publication MIRACLE JEREMIAH NIKOLAI MARTINEZ, | (Termination) (SMPB) | DOB: 04/05/2017 | ____________________________________|__________________________________ To: David Quinter, Jr., Alleged Father To: Samuel Joshua Alaniz, Alleged Father To: to Whom It May Concern-Unknown Father(s) A Petition to Terminate Parent Rights was filed on June 14, 2018. A terminatin hearing will be held on this matter on: August 28, 2018 at 1:30 p.m. at Benton/Franklin Juvenile Justice Center, 5606 W. Canal Place, Kennewick, WA 99336. You should be present at theis hearing. Thearing will dermine if your parental rights to your child are timinated. If you do not appear at the hearing, the court may enter an orderin your absence terminating your parental rights. To request a copy of the Notice, Summons, and Termination of Parental Rights Petition, call DCYF at (509) 585-3000. To view informationj about your rights, including right to a lawyer, to to www.atg.wa.gov/TRM DATED this 27 day of July, 2018 /s/Maria Aguilar________________ DEPUTY CLERK MARIA AGUILAR #08024/212283 Pub: August 1, 8, 15, 2015

Mariners make outfield upgrade getting Maybin from Marlins

SEATTLE (AP) — Jerry Dipoto thought he was done making deals a day before the non-waiver trade deadline after remodeling the Seattle Mariners bullpen.

Astros snap five-game skid with 5-2 win over Mariners

SEATTLE (AP) — Evan Gattis hit a two-run home run to put Houston ahead, Josh Reddick capped it with a two-run shot in the ninth inning, and the Astros snapped a five-game losing streak with a 5-2 win over the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday night.

Magro drives in two runs, Wenatchee gets past Port Angeles

WENATCHEE — Wenatchee scored three runs in the first inning to cruise past Port Angeles 7-1.

Seahawks WR Doug Baldwin sitting out due to knee issue

RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Doug Baldwin missed a third straight practice on Tuesday while dealing with a knee issue.