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Boys arrested for gun burglary near Moses Lake High School

MOSES LAKE — A group of teenage boys was arrested on Wednesday after they reportedly burglarized a home near Moses Lake High School and stole guns.

City budget had little wiggle room for added costs

The Othello City Council is facing roughly $175,000 in additional costs related to several major road projects around town, which is a hard hit for the city’s already tight budget.

Marjorie M. Harrett Andresen

May 5, 1932 – February 24, 2018

Othello community meeting for school security set for March 12

OTHELLO — Othello School District patrons are being invited to a community meeting to discuss school security within the district. The meeting is scheduled for 6 p.m. March 12, at a location to be announced.

Craig Seibert McCuistion Sr.

June 22, 1938 – February 21, 2018

Commissioners find tough reception at youth services

EPHRATA — The Grant County Commission found itself having to approve a $524,000 budget extension for the county youth services department to cover costs involved with the switch of detention to Martin Hall in Medical Lake.

James Elmer Abram

August 12, 1929 – February 22, 2018

Helmut Henry Hintz

June 27, 1933 – February 24, 2018

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Othello Community Hospital

James 'Jim' Lee Florez

August 3, 1946 – February 25, 2018

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Moses Lake Police Department

Board discusses next step for Othello school bond

OTHELLO — The next step for the Othello School District after the rejection of its construction bond was the subject of lengthy discussion at the Othello School Board meeting Monday.

Dems weaken school mental health care bill

Amidst calls to strengthen school safety in an era of mass shootings, a bill that sought to bring up-to-date lagging school district response plans for students suffering emotional or behavioral health crises was stripped of its core substance earlier this month.

Charges filed in Moses Lake armed robbery

MOSES LAKE — An armed robbery at a gas station in Moses Lake last week appears to not be a random incident, as the victim is married to the suspect.

Legals February 28, 2018

NOTICE OF CALL FOR BIDS FOR THE OFFICIAL COUNTY NEWSPAPER ADAMS COUNTY, WASHINGTON Sealed bids for the Official County Newspaper will be received by the Adams County Auditor at 210 West Broadway, Ritzville, Washington 99169 until 11:00 a.m., April 2, 2018. Said bids shall be taken to the Office of the Adams County Commissioners at the above location, time and place where said bid(s) shall then and there be opened at 11:00 a.m. and publicly read for the selection of an Official County Newspaper. (R.C.W. 36.72.075). The contract shall begin on July 1, 2018 and end on June 30, 2019. Dated this 20th day of February, 2018. /s/Heidi K. Hunt, Adams County Auditor #02052/166650 Pub:February 28, 2018

Legals February 28, 2018

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF GRANT, BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., Plaintiff v. ESTATE OF DON F. MCDONALD; UNKNOWN HEIRS OF DON F. MCDONALD, individuals; TIMOTHY MCDONALD, an individual; JAMES R. MCDONALD, an individual; BARBARA ANN FOLDEN, an individual; and all other persons, parties, or occupants unknown claiming any legal or equitable right, title, estate, lien, or interest in the real property described in the complaint herein, adverse to Plaintiff`s title, or any cloud on Plaintiff`s title to the Property, Defendants. Case No. 15-2-00694-7 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION TO THE DEFENDANTS: ESTATE OF DON F. MCDONALD and UNKNOWN HEIRS OF DON F. MCDONALD: The date of first publication in this matter is January 31, 2018. If you fail timely to appear and answer, for want thereof, plaintiff(s) will apply to the court for relief demanded in the complaint. This is a judicial foreclosure of a deed of trust in which the plaintiff requests that the plaintiff be allowed to foreclose your interest in the following described real property: Lot 12, Willow Acres, according to the plat thereof recorded in Volume 7 of Plats, page 101, records of Grant County, Washington. Commonly known as: 13511 Linden Ave N, Seattle, WA 98133. NOTICE TO THE DEFENDANTS: READ THESE PAPERS CAREFULLY! In order to defend against this lawsuit, you must respond to the Complaint by stating your defense in writing, and serve a copy upon the person signing this Summons within twenty (20) days after the service of this Summons if served in the State of Washington, within (60) days from the date of the first publication of the summons and complaint when served by publication, or within sixty (60) days if served outside the State of Washington or if you are a United States government defendant, excluding the day of service, or a default judgment may be entered against you without notice. A default judgment is one where Plaintiff is entitled to what it asks for because you have not responded. If you serve a notice of appearance on the undersigned person, you are entitled to notice before a judgment may be entered. You may demand that the plaintiff file this lawsuit with the court. If you do so, the demand must be in writing and must be served upon the person signing this Summons. Within 14 days after you served the demand, the plaintiff must file this lawsuit with the court, or the service on you of this Summons and Complaint will be void. If you wish to seek the advice of an attorney in this matter, you should do so promptly so that your written response, if any, may be served on time. The Washington State Bar`s web address is http://www.wsba.org. This summons is issued pursuant to Rule 4 of the Superior Court Civil Rules of the State of Washington. Malcolm ? Cisneros, A Law Corporation, Nathan F. Smith, WSBA #43160, Nathan@mclaw.org Attorneys for Plaintiff 2112 Business Center Drive, Second Floor, Irvine, CA 92612, P: (949) 252-9400, F: (949) 252-1032 PUBLISH: 01/31, 02/07, 02/14, 02/21, 02/28, 03/07, 03/14, 03/21. #03001/156213 Pub: January 31, 2018 & February 7, 14, 21, 28, 2018 & March 7, 14, 21, 2018

Othello Senior Center receives much needed, helpful donation

OTHELLO — Adams County Commissioners stopped by the Othello Senior Center Feb. 16 to show their support in the form of a $10,000 donation.

Othello approves well contract, additional road costs

OTHELLO — The Othello City Council found itself facing roughly $175,000 in additional costs related to several major road projects around town — a hard hit for the city’s already tight budget.

Big Bend women move into final NWAC Tournament spot

MOSES LAKE — Sophomore Hailey Garrity finished with 19 points and 10 rebounds and all five starters scored in double figures to make certain the Vikings won the most significant game to this point in the season on Saturday afternoon at DeVries Activities Center. Big Bend displaced Treasure Valley from the final NWAC qualifying spot from the East Region with a 73-71 victory.

Basketball roundup: Tournament time changes everything

The price of poker just went up for four area high school basketball teams and the Big Bend men and women.

Royal continues its postseason march

ELLENSBURG — It was a highly contested back and forth thriller of a regional matchup between the Knights and the Bellevue Christian Vikings on the hardwood at Ellensburg High School Saturday as the game wasn’t decided until the final minutes. But after the final whistled had blown it was Royal walking off the court with a 68-61 win.

Hernandez hurting but Mariners fortunate no major injury

PEORIA, Ariz. (AP) — During a spring training that’s been filled with small nagging injuries, the Seattle Mariners believe they caught a fortunate break after Felix Hernandez took a line drive off his right arm.

Motel manager arrested for drugs, forgery

MOSES LAKE — A motel manager in Moses Lake was arrested earlier this week for drugs and allegedly using a customer’s credit card information to buy pizza.

Sky's the limit for Moses Lake softball

MOSES LAKE — Last year, it appeared Moses Lake’s reign atop the Columbia Basin Big Nine would be in jeopardy.

Big Bend Job and Career Fair slated for Thursday

MOSES LAKE — People can learn about available jobs and some of their options for college, among other possibilities, at the Big Bend Community College 2018 Job and Career Fair Thursday. It’s scheduled for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the ATEC building on the BBCC campus.

Roy M. Holm

August 16, 1926 – February 21, 2018

Adams County unemployment drops in December

RITZVILLE — Adams County unemployment went down by almost two percentage points between December 2016 and December 2017. Unemployment went up more than 2 percent between November and December 2017, following traditional county trends.

Dems sink proposal to add officers to schools

An amendment to the House supplemental budget proposal that would have invested $30 million for school districts to hire resource officers failed to be adopted after Democratic resistance and a vote along party lines.

Brews & Tunes draws crowds

Old Man Winter may have held Moses Lake in his icy grip recently, but he unclenched long enough Saturday for folks to enjoy music, beer and sunshine at the Brews & Tunes event downtown.

Speaker: Africa's story a part of America's story

MOSES LAKE — Everyone has a story, says Lamin Jatta.

Community service for deputy who accidentally shot his wife

EPHRATA — A Grant County deputy who accidentally shot his wife over the summer will be doing community service in lieu of jail time.

Alleged armed robber arrested in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE — A man was arrested in Moses Lake over the weekend for allegedly robbing another man at gunpoint.

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Moses Lake Police Department

In pursuit of the perfect pizza

I've been thinking about what can make a better pizza. Can I improve the crust? What about toppings? Pizza has a long history, longer than many people realize. The first pizzas were most likely made in prehistoric times with bread cooked on hot, flat stones. According to the Smithsonian, around 1000 years ago, herb- and spice-covered circles of baked dough, known as focaccia. This bread became popular around the Naples area of Italy. After focaccia, the Italians took the next step toward modern-day pizza, “Casa de nanza” or “take out before.” Housewives would pound out dough into a thin crust and place leftovers on to bake all day in the hot sun.

Legals February 27, 2018

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY JUVENILE DIVISION In the Welfare of: BRAXTON P. PENFIELD ) CASE NO: 17-7-00341-1 ) ) NOTICE AND SUMMONS DOB: 12/05/2017 ) BY PUBLICATION (DEPENDENCY) Minor Child ____________________________ TO: JESSE HANSEN and anyone claiming a paternal interest. A DEPENDENCY Petition was filed on December 11, 2017. A Fact Finding hearing will be held April 3, 2018 at 1:30 pm., at Grant County Juvenile Court, 303 Abel Road, Ephrata, WA 98823. YOU SHOULD BE PRESENT AT THIS HEARING. THE HEARING WILL DETERMINE IF YOUR CHILD IS DEPENDENT AS DEFINED IN RCW 13.34.050 (5). THIS BEGINS A JUDICIAL PROCESS WHICH COULD RESULT IN PERMANENT LOSS OF YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS. IF YOU DO NOT APPEAR AT THE HEARING THE COURT MAY ENTER A DEPENDENCY ORDER IN YOUR ABSENCE. To request a copy of the Notice, Summons, and Dependency Petition, call DSHS at 509/764-5757. To view information about your rights in this proceeding, go to www.atg.wa.gov/DPY.aspx. DATED this 21 day of February , 2018, By: Brooke DeCuber Deputy Clerk. #03011/166361 Pub: February 27, 2018 & March 6, 13, 2018

The day after: Pyeongchang breathes, bids Olympics farewell

PYEONGCHANG, South Korea (AP) — From volunteers to support staff to the joint Korea women’s hockey team, people from many cultures bid farewell to each other and to the 2018 Winter Olympics on Monday as a swath of the eastern Korean Peninsula readied itself for something novel: relative normalcy.

Mariners ace Hernandez hit in pitching arm; X-ray negative

MESA, Ariz. (AP) — Seattle Mariners ace Felix Hernandez was hit in his pitching arm by a line drive Monday and forced to leave his spring training debut.

Moses Lake swim records, the times they are a changin'

I’m going to put the disclaimer right up front. Tony St. Onge started it. The Moses Lake swim coach told his guys to clear the mind and just swim.

Port of Mattawa announces new director

MATTAWA — As expected, the Port of Mattawa has named Lars Leland as its new director. The Sun Tribune reported in January Leland had been named interim director after director Robert Adler announced his retirement. Leland grew up on his family’s farm in Mattawa, so he has a vested interest in serving the community and Port district.

New digs on the horizon for Grant County Fire District No. 8

MATTAWA — The T’s have been crossed and the I’s dotted on the sale and purchase of 10 acres north of Mattawa for the construction of the new headquarters for Grant County Fire District No. 8. Chief David Patterson said the station has been a long time coming.

State House passes bump stock ban

OLYMPIA — The state House voted to ban bump stocks, a stock attachment that allows a semi-automatic rifle to fire in rapid succession.

MLHS gets new schedule for fall

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake School Board on Thursday unanimously approved a new schedule for Moses Lake High School this fall, reducing the number of periods to nine from 11 and the length of the school day to eight from 10 hours.

Lawmakers vote themselves out of public records requests

OLYMPIA — With a speed few in the state capitol have ever seen, lawmakers in the Senate and the House voted within minutes of each other to exempt themselves from public records laws — laws that every other governmental agency in the state is subject to.

Summer jobs available for teens

LACEY — It may not be the most glamorous summer job ever, but teenagers can make a little extra money over the summer by picking up litter and protecting the environment with the Ecology Youth Corps (EYC).

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Grant County Sheriff’s Office

Cops reach out to community

MOSES LAKE — Chief Kevin Fuhr and the Moses Lake Police Department held a successful first neighborhood outreach meeting at El Sendero Life Center last week.

Spotlight on eastern Washington artists at museum

MOSES LAKE — An exhibit of the works of eastern Washington artists from a Tri-Cities art cooperative will open this weekend at the Moses Lake Museum & Art Center. The opening reception for the “Cyber Art 509” show is scheduled for 5 p.m. Friday at the museum, 401 S. Balsam St.

Daddies, daughters and a dance floor

MOSES LAKE — The fathers were handsome, the princesses were resplendent and the superheroes were, well, heroic Saturday night at Moses Lake High School’s annual Daddy-Daughter Dance. The event raises funds for the choir students to take a trip to Hawaii next year, said Choir Boosters treasurer Travis Steffler.

Othello Explorers learn chilly lessons

OTHELLO — They each had a canteen, a sleeping bag and a way to start a fire.

Legals February 26, 2018

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD March 13, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata, WA to consider a request from New Hope to surplus their 2002 Chevy Astro Van with the intent to sell it at public auction through the Washington State Department of Enterprise Services website. Any interested persons may appear regarding these matters. Barbara J. Vasquez, CMC Administrative Assistant & Clerk of the Board Grant County Commissioners #03009/165837 Pub: February 26, 2018 & March 5, 2018

Big Bend women move into final NWAC Tournament spot with one game to go

MOSES LAKE — All aboard! The Big Bend Community College travel bus to The Dance is now boarding.

ACH boys cleaned, pressed in regional loss to Sunnyside Christian

YAKIMA — The good news is, Almira/Coulee-Hartline still has time to reboot. The bad news, the Warriors haven’t looked that shell-shocked in years.

Despite loss to Treasure Valley, Big Bend men still alive for NWAC tournament berth

MOSES LAKE — It’s not like the bubble burst on Big Bend’s season with Saturday’s 98-92 NWAC East loss to Treasure Valley at DeVries Activities Center.

Wahluke's Laly Gonzalez-Nunez's first trip to State is a history maker

TACOMA — The story of the local area lady wrestlers at Mat Classic XXX at the Tacoma Dome this past weekend had to be the success of Warriors freshman Laly Gonzalez-Nunez who was the first Wahluke girl to place at the event is school history. Gonzalez-Nunez was runner-up in the 145-pound weight class in her initial performance on the big stage.

Basin roundup: Wahluke's run ends in regionals

YAKIMA — Wahluke could not survive overtime against King’s Way Christian and was eliminated from the postseason 71-67.

Man charged for hitting parents with shovel

ROYAL CITY — Court documents do not give a motive for a Royal City man who allegedly beat his father and mother with a shovel earlier this month.

ML school board nixes fund transfer

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake School Board kicked around several proposals Thursday evening to improve security and access to Moses Lake High School before deciding not to spend any money at this point until the board knows exactly what those security improvements will cost.

Moses Lake rides Loera's record night into state quarterfinals

ELLENSBURG — Woodinville was determined to not let Jamie Loera beat them.

Alleged vehicle thief arrested in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE — An alleged vehicle thief was taken into custody in Moses Lake last week after leading police on a short vehicle and foot pursuit in the city.

Rumors of possible threats to schools leave parents unsettled

MOSES LAKE — Rumors of possible threats toward schools in the Moses Lake School District prompted a letter from district superintendent Josh Meek and concern from parents.

The Knight's place six at Mat Classic XXX

TACOMA — A second place finish at the SCAC East District Tournament and a third place showing at the 1A Regional Tournament at Castle Rock had the Knights primed for a solid shot at medaling at the Mat Classic over the weekend.

High-speed chase lands two in jail

A pair of sisters are in jail after allegedly leading police on a high-speed chase that started in Othello and ended in Franklin County.

Fresh News Report form MarDon Resort

The current water level on the Potholes reservoir is 1043.67 feet, slightly up from last week. The water temperature on the main lake is in the upper 30’s. The reservoir and Seep Lakes are ice free. The forecast for warmer weather did not materialize — so it looks like winter weather is hanging on for the next several weeks.

Royal holds off Wahluke; takes third at districts

MATTAWA – It was another classic battle between the Knights and the Warriors in what was their third matchup of the season. This one was for final seeding to the regional tournament and it was Royal coming away with a 59-54 win.

Ephrata council seeks short-term rental input

EPHRATA — The Ephrata City Council devoted much of its most recent Wednesday meeting discussing proposed regulations for short-term vacation rentals — like Air BnB — with parking and pets topping the list of council concerns.

Warmer weather forecast, but not much warmer

MOSES LAKE — Comparatively speaking, it’s been pretty warm in Moses Lake and the Columbia Basin this week.

Low electrical rates generate flood of inquiries

MOSES LAKE — It’s not a gold rush – gold rushes are kind of 19th Century – but there are a lot of people interested in possibly opening businesses in Grant County. Growth has its upside, but this growth spurt is causing complications for the Grant County PUD.

This is an emergency

My family had been away from Moses Lake for a few days. We returned on Monday. I am not one for longer road trips. All that driving wears me out, especially when parts of the trip involve navigating heavy city traffic. I am capable of such but it requires more concentration and energy.

Armed suspect fires shots in gas station

MOSES LAKE — A man who allegedly fired shots during an armed robbery in Moses Lake late Wednesday night was taken into custody in Grandview early Thursday morning.

Trial for Moses Lake murder suspect begins

MOSES LAKE — After almost two years of motions, hearings and continuances, the murder trial for a Moses Lake man who is accused of shooting and killing a bystander outside of a Moses Lake bar is now underway.

Lawmakers push through public records exemption

A bill exempting state lawmakers from the Public Records Acts was heard Thursday less than 24 hours after the proposal was made public, bypassing rules and procedures for legislation that would have normally delayed the process until the next legislative session.

REA project brought electricity to rural America

E-mail from Cheryl

Legals February 23, 2018

SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE #784 THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WARDEN HAS ADOPTED AN ORDINANCE AMENDING WARDEN MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 8.09 ENTITLED GARBAGE SERVICE CHARGES, "APPENDIX G" Passed by the City Council of the City of Warden, Washington, this 23rd day of January, 2018. Any person may obtain the full text of this ordinance by mail without charge upon request. #02050/165832 Pub:February 23, 2018

Royal Knights have one more stop before going to the SunDome

ROYAL CITY — The SunDome or Bust bus the Royal Knights have been riding all season makes one more stop in Ellensburg on Saturday afternoon for a 1A regional round game with Bellevue Christian.

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Grant County Sheriff’s Office

No frills ACH girls ready to take another run in 1B tournament

COULEE CITY — Almira/Coulee-Hartline coach Mike Correia calls his bunch a no frills, no sparkles, no bells and whistles, working-class team. They just pick up their hammer and go to work.

Big Bend women knocking on the NWAC tournament door

MOSES LAKE — It’s been a long, long drought since a Big Bend women’s basketball team has qualified for the NWAC Tournament.

Armed robber steals cash, safe from store

SCHWANA — A masked man reportedly robbed a Schwana store at gunpoint Monday morning and got away with cash and a safe.

Runnin' Vikes control their own NWAC Tournament destiny

MOSES LAKE — When the going gets tough, the tough play H-O-R-S-E.

Othello Girls frustrated with Mat Classic experience

TACOMA — The Lady Huskies looked to be a real force heading to the big dance at the Tacoma Dome, capturing the Jan. 27 Lady Knight’s Invite and the Region 4 championship. The team qualified five wrestlers in quest of Mat Classic XXX hardware and seemed assured of bringing home their share, but Othello managed to place just two wrestlers in Emily Mendez (105) and Vicki Mendoza (190) and finished 35th with 24 team points.

Regional solutions needed to deal with climate change

As an orchardist and a longtime member of the Quincy community, I’m seeing changes in our weather patterns that concern me. The drought of 2015 brought home how important water is for us in Eastern Washington, where families and livelihoods depend on a reliable supply.

Frontier middle school on lockdown Thursday morning

MOSES LAKE — Frontier Middle School was briefly on “modified lockdown” Thursday morning because of a threat written on a bathroom wall, according to Moses Lake School District spokesperson McKenna Reis.

Allegedly intoxicated man plows into power pole

MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake man was allegedly intoxicated Tuesday evening when he crashed his vehicle into a power pole and a parked car.

Reader appreciates CBH coverage on school bond, meeting conduct

I am grateful for the exceptionally well written and edited CBH’s stories and recordings on the School Board meetings, especially because TV news broadcasts have also taken notice and have been hitting me up via text, and furthermore inquiring about the volatile public displays. It is my hopes that the CBH stories will help dissolve the unnecessary and disrespectful interruptions from the audience, for you all and so that people like me that care to get a full picture and help where I can, don’t have to be exposed to that. I understand passion, reactions and not agreeing, and God knows we are all human, but it has been difficult for me to have to witness the rudeness, personal attacks, and constant obstructions due to disorderly conduct. Chief Kevin Fuhr reassured me that there will be continued police care for safety. It is OK for board members to have someone removed if they are causing distracting scenes. It is actually the most appropriate recourse. And yes at the last meeting the lady behind me was overly obnoxious and appeared to be intoxicated. I even gave her an excerpt on being positive. Superintendent Josh Meek’s nondisciplinary “professional guidance” letters for reguidance and a friendly reminder/warning is to be commended; especially because our state and federal laws state, “training and/or retraining, if necessary.” Thank you.

Construction projects underway all around town

MOSES LAKE — From a new motel to remodeling of existing buildings, construction projects are proceeding apace in Moses Lake.

Cryptic letter mailed to Grant County PUD

EPHRATA — The FBI was notified about an odd letter that was mailed to the Grant County PUD and arrived on Tuesday.

Allen Higgins

February 4, 1945 – February 8, 2018

Quincy police swear in captain, patrol officer

QUINCY — The Quincy Police Department is two more officers closer to being full staffed.

Build new school now or pay more later

I am writing to inform you, the taxpayer and the one responsible to pay for the addition of a new high school in Moses Lake. We know the public voted with a super majority of 60 percent to finance the construction of a second high school. The original high school was built in 1959 for about $2 million with the built-in seat for growth of about 500 seats. The vision for the future was correct and lasted until a remodel for about $10 million in 1996 to the current configuration. We lacked the vision we had in 1959 by cutting the gym down with 40 feet less on the east end, a decrease in the auditorium to 500 seats, and a smaller commons which the students use daily for lunch. We did not add classrooms and currently must use portable classrooms in an unsecured area for classes. We have exceeded the current capacity of the facility to provide a safe and effective learning environment and place our staff in a position to work and provide an effective service in a difficult situation. We failed as voters to build a high school in 2007 that would have cost $75 million and in 2018 that same school is costing $110 million and by waiting our money has lost over $35 million in buying power.

'Raspberry Jam' at Big Bend CC

MOSES LAKE — A chance to learn more about the small, economical computers known as Raspberry Pi, and for people to show off their computer projects – Raspberry Pi and otherwise – is scheduled for Big Bend Community College March 3. The “Raspberry Jam” is one of two scheduled in Washington.

School board song and dance

“And the Oscar goes to Elliott Goodrich and costar Vickey Melcher for their dual role in playing nicey-nice with the public.”

House budget proposal lowers taxes, creates new ones

The 2018 operating budget proposal released by the Democrat-controlled state House Tuesday seeks longer property tax cuts than those called for in the Senate’s recent proposal, paid for with a capital gains tax that would begin in 2019.

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Moses Lake Police Department

MLHS students walk out, hold moment of silence

MOSES LAKE — A group of Moses Lake High School students staged a short walk out on Wednesday in honor of the 17 people killed last week at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida.

School app bill worth another look

Defunct House Bill 2442 may be worth another look in the wake of last week’s Florida school shooting that left 17 dead.

Stopping school violence calls for community change

My heart is heavy again, with sorrow for the families and all those who have been touched by the latest school shooting.

K-9 deputy helps track down missing Alzheimer's patient

EPHRATA — A four-legged deputy is being hailed as a hero for helping track an elderly Alzheimer's patient who wandered away from home early Wednesday morning.

Legals February 22, 2018

Notice of Application February 22, 2018 Notice is hereby given that a Short Subdivision application was received by Grant County on January 31, 2018 from Gilbert Levander (Designated Contact: Columbia Northwest Engineering (Wayne Ostler), 249 N Elder St, Moses Lake, WA 98837), was found to be technically complete on February 14, 2018. Project: A Short Subdivision of one parcel totaling approximately 21.83 acres. The short subdivision will create 4 lots. Lot 1 will be approximately 2.59 acres and will have residential capacity. Lot 2 will be approximately 2.59 acres and will have residential capacity. Lot 3 will be approximately 1.22 acres and will have residential capacity. Lot 4 will be approximately 15.43 acres having no residential capacity and will be designated Open Space. Location: The site address is 3689 Rd 7.8 NE, Moses Lake, WA 98837. The subject parcel is currently Lot 4 of the Gracie Lou Short Subdivision. The lot is located in the NE quarter of Section 27, Township 20 North, Range 27 East, W.M., Grant County, WA. Parcel #31-3545-000. Zoning: Rural Residential 1. Studies Required: None. 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 #P 18-0035) are available from Connor Lange, Grant County Development Services, 264 West Division Avenue, PO Box 37, Ephrata, WA 98823, (509) 754-2011 ext. 2525, clange@grantcountywa.gov. Office Hours: 8 am - 12 noon, 1pm - 5 pm, M-F. Comments must be submitted to Development Services no later than 5pm on March 9, 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 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 mentioned proposal and materials. #02044/164336 Pub: February 22, 2018

Huskies finish in Top 10 at Mat Classic

TACOMA — Othello turned a strong performance at the Tacoma Dome over the weekend as the Huskies crowned two champions in Chis Melo and Isaiah Perez, and placed fifth out of 67 teams that participated in the state tournament.

Ethel Leona Krug April 14, 1923 - February 15, 2018

Ethel Leona Krug, 94, of Othello, Washington, passed away February 15, 2018. She was born in Lincoln, Washington on April 14, 1923. Ethel graduated from Edwall High School’s class of 1940. She was married to Edward J. Krug on September 28, 1941. Together they raised three children and enjoyed 63 years of marriage. Edward passed away October 9, 2004.

Mariners' Healy making best of delayed start to spring

PEORIA, Ariz. (AP) — Ryon Healy joined his new teammates Tuesday for the Seattle Mariners’ first scheduled full-squad workout of spring training. But all he could do was stand around and watch.

Moses Lake returns to regionals, this time it's Woodinville

MOSES LAKE — Abby Rathbun, in eighth grade at the time, watched from her seat in the Tacoma Dome as Moses Lake lost a one-point game in the state semifinals to Mt. Rainier.

DSHS Mobile Office to visit Mattawa

The DSHS Mobile Office will be making a stop at Wahluke Family Clinic on Thursday, Feb. 22 from 12-3 p.m.

ACH boys face No. 1 Sunnyside en route to 1B state tournament

COULEE CITY — Two years ago the Almira/Coulee-Hartline boys went undefeated into the 1B championship game where the hammer finally fell in a loss to Neah Bay.

Marjorie Edwards February 13, 2018

Marjorie Edwards, 67 of Ephrata, Wash. passed away at home on Tuesday, February 13, 2018. She was born in Lewiston, ID in 1951, the 4th child of Evelyn and Douglas Edwards. She spent her first 5 years in the Lewiston orchards playing outside, with her brother Dean Edwards and dog Gus.

Charlotte Rogers Butler February 3, 2018

Charlotte Rogers Butler passed away on February 3, 2018 at the age of 78 after suffering from Alzheimer’s Disease. Charlotte was raised in Greybull, Wyoming, the eldest of four children. After high school she moved to Spokane and it was there she met and fell in love with the man she married, Don Butler. Don and Charlotte moved to Othello in 1967 and it was a good fit for their family as they lived there for more than 40 years. Charlotte is survived by her husband Don, her children Cindy (Jerrod), Todd, Tony (Trish) Chris (Kerri), five grandchildren Devin, Sidni, Logan, Ethan and Jackson, her siblings, in-laws and their many children and grandchildren. Charlotte was blessed with a large, loving family and a large circle of friends.

World War I Memorabilia night

The community is invited to bring and share its World War I attic finds Feb. 22 at Calbom & Schwab, 1240 S Pioneer Way from 6-7:30 p.m. 

June Louisa Smithee

June 1, 1949 – February 16, 2018

Bill would put foster parent training online

A bill that would make some training for potential foster parents more easily available is likely to travel from the legislature to the governor’s desk.

Kennewick woman accused of eluding police in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE — A Kennewick woman was charged for allegedly running numerous red lights and driving in the opposite lane of travel during a pursuit in Moses Lake.

PUD 2017 budget results reviewed

EPHRATA — The books aren’t closed on 2017, but preliminary results show the Grant County PUD spent about 25 percent less than it had budgeted for capital projects last year. The preliminary review was part of a report on the budget at the PUD commission meeting Feb. 13.

Privacy vs. accountability in public employees birthdate bill

A proposal that would exempt the birthdates of public employees from public records requests recently passed through the state Senate 25-22, which supporters of the bill say will protect against identity theft.

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Showing our colors

Hundreds tune in for telephone town hall

Hundreds of constituents of the 13th Legislative District tuned in to a telephone town hall Monday evening hosted by their local lawmakers.

Woman arrested after trying to pass fake $20 bill

MOSES LAKE — A wanted woman was taken into custody over the weekend after she allegedly attempted to pass a fake bill at a Moses Lake gas station.

Legals February 21, 2018

Adams County Weed District #1 124 S. Broadway Ave Othello, Wa 99344 Adams County Weed District #1 Annual Board of Directors meeting will be held Monday February 26, 2018 at the Weed District office located at 124 S. Broadway Ave, Othello, Washington 99344. Election of one board member for a term of three years will be held. The 2018 State Noxious Weed list will be available for review. The 2018 Adams County Weed District #1 noxious weed list and policy will be reviewed and adopted. #02037/163202 Pub: February 14, 21, 2018

Legals February 21, 2018

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR SNOHOMISH COUNTY In Re Estate of: ) NO 18-4-00218-31 ) ALLEN A. FOSTER ) PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITOR ) RCW 11.40.030 _________Deceased.___________ ) The Personal Representive named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Personal Representative or the personal representative's attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the Court. The Claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days afer the Personal Representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(3); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim in not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, execpt as other wise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effictive as to claims against both the decedent's probate and nonprobate assets. Date of First Publication: February 7, 2018 /s/ Ricky R. Foster Ricky R. Foster Personal Representative Attorney for Perosnal Representative: Paige Buurstra, WSBA#40500 Buurstra Law Firm PLLC 116 Avenue A, Ste A Snohomish, WA 98290 #02021/160663 Pub: February 7, 14, 21, 2018

First talk in Sunday Speaker Series scheduled

The public is invited to attend the first talk in the Sunday Speaker Series 2018 entitled “Digging Deeper: Ancient Peoples of the Columbia Basin”. It will be held on Sunday, Feb. 25 from 2-4 p.m. at the historic Pioneer Church, 415 F St. SW along Highway 28 at the Quincy Museum site.

Phelps hoping for healthy season in Mariners' bullpen

PEORIA, Ariz. (AP) — When Seattle traded for reliever David Phelps last July, Mariners manager Scott Servais believed his team was adding a player that could help the team reach the postseason.

Gonzaga shares No. 6 with Texas Tech after another rough week for ranked teams

Another week of carnage for teams in the AP college basketball poll saw squads ranked third, fourth, fifth, sixth, seventh and eighth lose at least once.

Facing elimination, Team USA explodes for 5-1 win in men's hockey

GANGNEUNG, South Korea – His team had scored only four goals in three preliminary games and managed just one win, but U.S. men’s hockey coach Tony Granato wasn’t discouraged by his team’s prospects in preparing for the elimination round of the Olympic tournament.

WSU professor takes on national diabetes leadership role

SPOKANE — Joshua Neumiller, professor of pharmacotherapy at Washington State University’s College of Pharmacy, has been named chair of the Professional Practice Committee for the American Diabetes Association. 

Chamber banquet award winners announced

The Othello Chamber of Commerce has announced the winners for the annual 2017 Chamber Awards Banquet.

Othello School District bond in jeopardy of failing

RITZVILLE — It appears as though Othello Proposition No. 1 Bonds to Construct and Renovate School Facilities will fail to garner enough yeas to be funded.

Della Louise Conwell

April 14, 1948 – February 8, 2018

'My Fair Lady'

MOSES LAKE — Tickets go on sale Thursday for the Basin Community Theatre production of the tale of a girl, a guy, and language lessons. “My Fair Lady” opens March 18 at the Moses Lake High School theater, 803 E. Sharon Ave.

What's not to like about pulled pork?

Imagine a yummy pulled pork sandwich. Succulent pieces of slow-cooked pork in a slightly sweet tangy barbecue sauce. What’s not to like about it?

9th District telephone town hall on Thursday

Constituents of the 9th Legislative District will have an opportunity to talk with their elected officials in the state House of Representatives during a telephone town hall on beginning at 6 p.m. Thursday.

Ethel Leona Krug

April 14, 1923 – February 15, 2018

Vacant house burns

2 jailed after high-speed pursuit

OTHELLO — A pair of sisters are in jail after allegedly leading police on a high speed chase that started in Othello and ended in Franklin County.

Nominations sought for pear committee

YAKIMA — Nominations for two seats on the Processed Pear Committee will be accepted during a meeting March 1. The annual meeting of the “Pacific Northwest Canned Pear Service” is scheduled for 11 a.m. in the meeting room of the W.L. Hansen Building, 105 South 18th St., Yakima.

Rea Claudine West

August 17, 1925 – February 2, 2018

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Newhouse leading challenger in fundraising for 2018 race

WASHINGTON D.C. — The campaign to elect Fourth Congressional District Rep. Dan Newhouse, R-Yakima, to a third term in 2018 is dominating his challenger Christine Brown, who is running as a Democrat, when it comes to campaign contributions.

Herald moves to online paywall

MOSES LAKE — The Columbia Basin Herald is changing its web presentation format.

Armed robber steals cash, safe from store

SCHWANA — A masked man reportedly robbed a Schwana store at gunpoint Monday morning and got away with cash and a safe.

Legals February 20, 2018

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD February 27, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata, WA to consider the following budget extension requests: Sheriff's Office in the amount of $14,100.00 to help cover the unexpected costs of a long term camera project in the jail. New Hope in the amount of $15,000.00 to purchase a new Dodge Grand Cara van. This request was originally approved on October 2, 2017 but the van was not delivered until 2018 and the funds were not carried forward to their 2018 budget. Central Services in the amount of $11,132.11 to receive insurance reimburse ment funds due to equipment damages caused by recent power outages. Juvenile Court and Youth Services in the amount of $524,153.27 for salaries and benefits that were not calculated correctly in their 2017 budget and for expenses related to the transition to Martin Hall Detention Center that were not budgeted. Any interested persons may appear regarding these matters. Barbara J. Vasquez, CMC Administrative Assistant & Clerk of the Board Grant County Commissioners #02024/162127 Pub: February 12, 20, 2018

Mariners' Hernandez could be dropped from opening day start

PEORIA, Ariz. (AP) — Felix Hernandez and opening day have been a constant since 2009. That could change.

Othello's Patrick Azevedo is no ordinary golfer

The first time I met Patrick Azevedo was at the 2A state golf championships last year at the Creek at Qualchan Golf Course.

Small-town man's legacy will make big impact in rural Washington state

SPOKANE — Former Othello cattle rancher and philanthropist William “Bill” Crosetto, who passed away on Jan. 25, 2018 at the age of 75, has left his multimillion-dollar estate to Inland Northwest Community Foundation (INWCF). The extraordinary gift will grow the William A. Crosetto Charitable Foundation, previously established in 2013 at INWCF, and create two new $1 million funds that will support health care in rural Washington communities.

WSU researchers build alien ocean to test NASA outer space submarine

PULLMAN — Engineers know how to design submarines on Earth, but building one gets a lot trickier when the temperature drops to -300 Fahrenheit and the ocean is made of methane and ethane.

Othello School Board discusses teacher staffing

OTHELLO — Art and foreign language instruction, and getting and keeping teachers for subjects that aren’t considered core subjects, was a topic of conversation at the Othello School Board meeting Feb. 12.

Woman burned at gas station

MOSES LAKE — A woman was burned in Moses Lake on Saturday after she was reportedly smoking in a vehicle as a man pumped gasoline into a garbage can that was inside their car.

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Brews & Tunes features local musicians, breweries

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Downtown District is a melting pot of businesses, history, a small business environment at its finest from the brick store front at Settler’s Country Market, the clock tower at a Third Street intersection, with restaurants and a little bit of everything.

Commissioners, health board talk development fees

EPHRATA — Several members of the Grant County Board of Health expressed concern at its last meeting about the cost and the slow pace of approvals for well and septic permits, and wondered if something could be done to speed the process up.

Delores Ana White

March 1, 1933 – February 13, 2018

Benefit concert planned for Feb. 25

MOSES LAKE — Violinist Jaime Jorge will perform in a benefit concert at 3 p.m. Feb. 25 at the Wallenstien Theater on the Big Bend Community College campus. The “Healing Music” concert is a benefit for Jorge’s international ministry and the Moses Lake Seventh-day Adventist Church.

Arabian nights

MOSES LAKE — For the most part we all know the tale of Aladdin. Those catchy tunes and witty characters from the 1992 Disney film have a secure and fond place in the minds of children and adults alike. A different take on the classic tale came to Moses Lake on Saturday and entertained countless people in the same way that the film continues to entertain audiences of all ages.

Senate votes out death penalty

OLYMPIA — The state Senate voted 26-22 to repeal the death penalty Wednesday night, rejecting several Republican amendments without debate to the consternation of minority leadership.

MLPD to start holding neighborhood outreaches

MOSES LAKE — Wanting to reach residents better and address issues in specific neighborhoods, the Moses Lake Police Department will soon be holding community outreaches around the city to hear about what is going on in neighborhoods and to educate the public about what the department does.

Legals February 19, 2018

NOTICE TO EQUIPMENT DEALERS Sealed bids, plainly marked ABid for 58,000 lb. Truck Chassis - 2018", will be received by Grant County at the Office of the Board of County Commissioners located in the County Courthouse, P.O. Box 37, 35 C Street NW., Ephrata, WA 98823, until 1:30 PM, Tuesday, February 27, 2018, and will then and there in the Commissioners Hearing Room be opened and publicly read for furnishing and delivering: Item# Quantity Description 18-01 2 58,000 lb. GVWC Truck Chassis Informational copies of the proposal and specifications are on file with the County Engineer in the Grant County Public Works Building, 124 Enterprise St. S.E., Ephrata, WA 98823. The Board of County Commissioners reserves the right to reject or accept any or all portions of the bids received. #02025/162134 Pub: February 12,19, 22, 2018

Basketball roundup: Moses Lake girls defend district championship

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake used its depth to rack up another district championship, beating Sunnyside for the third time this season 62-49.

Chiefs set two new school records, finish ninth at WIAA state swimming, diving championships

FEDERAL WAY — Moses Lake senior Ander Molitor thought about it for a minute as the mayhem of the WIAA state swimming and diving championships all around him.

Warden's Martin Dominguez captures 220-pound championship

TACOMA — Warden’s Martin Dominguez was eliminated early in last year’s state tournament.

Moses Lake potato farmer always moving froward

MOSES LAKE — He started out with nothing, but figured he had everything to gain.  

Moses Lake's Hunter Cruz repeats as state champion

TACOMA — Hunter Cruz is an adaptable wrestler.

Wahluke beats Granger in overtime; falls to Zillah in round two

The Warriors pulled out an 84-82 overtime thriller against the Spartans in round one of the SCAC District Tournament in Mattawa Tuesday evening Feb. 6, but were blown out 105-65 by Zillah at River View High School Friday, and now find themselves on the brink of elimination in a loser out game with Connell at River View Thursday.

Council mules over replacing aging emergency communication equipment

The Othello City Council has agreed to consider a plan to jointly replace emergency communications equipment with Adams County, allowing the two entities to more closely coordinate and saving the city of Othello a little money in the process.

Fresh News Report from MarDon Resort

The water level on the Potholes reservoir held steady this week at 1043.40 feet. The water temperature on the main lake is in the low 40’s. The Reservoir and Seep Lakes are ice free. The forecast for the next several weeks is calling for highs in the mid 40’s to mid-50’s. The rising temperatures will get the fish moving.

A celebration of the visual and performing arts

The Othello Nazarene Church, 835 S. 10th Street, will be hosting a celebration of the visual and performing arts featuring local and global visual art and local musicians Feb. 25 at 3 p.m. Community artists are invited to join us with things they enjoy doing — quilting, painting, photography, scrapbooking/crafts, and other vocal or visual media. New this year is an invitation to children to join the Kids Baking Challenge.

Royal beats LaSalle, drops game to Naches Valley

KENNEWICK — After going 13-1 in regular season play the Knights opened the SCAC District Basketball Tournament with a first round win over LaSalle, and a second round loss to Naches Valley Saturday at River View High School. Royal now finds itself in a must win situation in a loser out contest with Granger Thursday at Columbia-Burbank High School.

Arrests made in Othello shooting

OTHELLO — Deputies in Adams County have made several arrests in connection with a shooting near Othello that left a man injured.

Royal High School standout soccer player is UW bound

ROYAL CITY — Senior Michael Rojas has signed a Letter of Intent to play Division 1 soccer at the University of Washington. Word of the possible signing began filtering through the community last week, but the actually date of the signing came as a surprise to Rojas.

Mid-Columbia Libraries event brings favorite fairy and folk tales to life

Mid-Columbia Libraries (MCL) will bring favorite fairy and folk tales to life at their Fairy Tale Faire on Saturday, Mar. 3 at the Kennewick library.

Coffee and Career days at Ironworks Cafe

Ironworks Cafe located at 335 S. Broadway is hosting Coffee and Careers for Othello High School juniors and seniors.

14 Basin wrestlers into state semifinals

TACOMA — The Columbia Basin has 14 wrestlers still in contention for state championships at Mat Classic XXX.

Gliders were in the air at Quincy in 1941

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Making the right moves

MOSES LAKE — In the basement of the Assembly at Moses Lake, some kids are learning the fine points of playing chess.

Distinguished Young Woman orientation moved to Frontier Middle School

MOSES LAKE — The orientation sessions for junior high school girls interested in participating in the Distinguished Young Women program have been moved to Frontier Middle School cafeteria.

Bill requiring high school civics passes out of House

OLYMPIA — A bill that would require standalone civics education in Washington high schools passed through the House floor late last week, part of a larger effort to spur the state’s youth to get involved with their political systems.

Ronald Eugene Johnson

April 4, 1943 – February 11, 2018

Othello wrangles with communications costs

OTHELLO — The Othello City Council agreed to consider a plan to jointly replace emergency communications equipment with Adams County, allowing the two entities to more closely coordinate and saving the city of Othello a little money in the process.

Foster parents' 'Bill of Rights' passes House

OLYMPIA — Legislation sponsored by 13th District Rep. Tom Dent that would provide a “Bill of Rights” for foster parents recently passed the state House of Representatives.

Teodulo V. Leija Sr.

February 17, 1934 – February 10, 2018

Cold weather headed Grant County's direction

MOSES LAKE — It’s that time of year. The gray clouds that hang around every winter are going away, the days are getting a little longer, spring has to be close, right?

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When you lose a parent

I can’t remember when I have felt this heavy-hearted. Seeing your father pass away is a difficult thing. Watching his steady decline right before your eyes. It is gut-wrenching.

Thomas Homer Wallace

May 2, 1953 – February 2, 2018

Jesus gives liberty and justice for all

When my daughter was 3, I took her with me to a small Christian book store to get a greeting card. After finding the one I wanted, I couldn’t find her. I asked several people if they had seen her. No one saw where she went. I called the police. As soon as I started giving my report, my daughter came out from behind a fake fireplace. I quickly put her on my shoulders, paid for the card, let people know she was found and went to my car, relieved that I had found her. When I lifted her off my shoulders, I felt something sticky on my hair. Then I noticed some caramel candy dripping down onto her dress. Now I knew why she had been hiding.

Man charged for hitting parents with shovel

ROYAL CITY — Court documents do not give a motive for a Royal City man who allegedly beat his father and mother with a shovel earlier this month.

Honor society inducts new members at Big Bend CC

MOSES LAKE — The Big Bend Community College inducted 19 students into its Phi Theta Kappa chapter Tuesday evening. Phi Theta Kappa is the community college honor society.

Legals February 16, 2018

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR YAKIMA COUNTY In Re the Estate of | No. 18-4-00041-39 | LLOYD E. DOVEL | NOTICE TO CREDITOR | Decedent. | ____________________________________| The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent that arose before the Decedent's death must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Personal Representative or the Personal Representative's attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the Court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (a) Thirty days after the Personal Representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1)(c); or (b) Four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim will be forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the Decedent's probate and nonprobate assets. Date of first publication: February 2, 2018_______ /s/Greg S. Dovel_____________ GREG S. DOVEL, Personal Rep. Attorney for Personal Representative: J. PATRICK SHIREY, WSBA #29838 Address for Mailing or Service: LYON WEIGAND & GUSTAFSON PS 222 North Third Street P. O. Box 1689 Yakima, WA 98907-1689 #02017/160224 Pub: February 2, 9, 16, 2018

Bill would end non-criminal juvenile incarceration

OLYMPIA — Democratic lawmakers are pushing a bill that would end juvenile detention in the state for status offenses like truancy or running away, which are only illegal due to the age of the perpetrator.

Othello girls reign supreme at regional tournament

SPOKANE VALLEY — Huskies coach JJ Martinez knew his girls were in for a tough weekend of wrestling at East Valley High School, but the team was up for the challenge as Othello was crowned the Region 4 tournament champion besting second place Warden by 18 points.

'Iron Man': Huskies relying on guard David Crisp to play a ton of minutes

Standing outside the Washington men’s basketball team’s locker room at Alaska Airlines Arena, David Crisp tried explaining how he can’t be stopped on the court before his coach halted him midsentence with a smothering bear hug.

Moses Lake coach Tony St. Onge tells his guys, 'Clear your mind and just race'

FEDERAL WAY — You can talk about the A-game or the X-factor all you want, but Moses Lake swim coach Tony St. Onge has only one last bit of advice for his guys, “Just swim.”

American Shiffrin rallies on final run to win giant slalom

PYEONGCHANG, South Korea (AP) — Finally, it was an ideal day for skiing.

Yelm Tornados seek to repeat as state champs

The defending champion and top-ranked Yelm Tornados hope to blow away second ranked Federal Way, third ranked Union and everyone else to repeat as state champions in the girls division at Mat Classic XXX at the Tacoma Dome this weekend.

Pizza Factory franchises available in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE — There’s going to be a new slice in town and a new business opportunity when Pizza Factory expands into the Moses Lake market in the upcoming months.

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Othello school bond failing

OTHELLO — Othello School District voters are rejecting a $61.4 million construction bond proposal in a special election Tuesday.

Voters reject change to irrigation district board

OTHELLO — Patrons of the East Columbia Basin Irrigation District have voted overwhelmingly to maintain the district’s current structure for its board of directors.

Goodrich: Bond talk climate improving

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake School Board Member Elliott Goodrich said this week he thinks a corner has been turned with talks surrounding the high school construction bond.

Rate study focus of Grant County PUD discussion

EPHRATA — An onion storage facility and how old and new customers – especially new energy-hungry customers – will fit into the future was a topic of discussion at the regular meeting of the Grant County PUD commission Tuesday.

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Secure borders are good for everybody

Is it racist to secure our borders? The answer to that question would depend upon whether a person adheres to law or uses race as an excuse to avoid the law. When it comes to the safety and security of US citizens of all color, border security should not be compromised. We are a nation of immigrants and our founding fathers gave us laws to protect all who come to the U.S. to enjoy the American dream. Therefore we are also a nation of laws. Newcomers deserve the security of closed borders. I have friends from Egypt that came here legally to escape the horrors they had witnessed there. My Egyptian friends deserve secured borders to know they won’t face the same horrors here. I also have friends that migrated here from Mexico and entered legally to escape the poverty and dangers of drug cartel. My Mexican friends also deserve the security of closed borders to assure them they won’t be followed by the criminals they left behind or have the country they have come to love become poverty stricken like their former country because of poor immigration management. When individuals enter our country illegally they know the second they cross our border they can be deported. When these individuals grow families under this fugitive lifestyle, it only sets the stage for pain and anguish when they are finally caught and deported, separating them from the ones they love. No one is to blame for this separation but the individuals who knowingly broke federal law and chose a life as a fugitive rather than to enter legally. The only ones who suffer this blatant disregard for law are the children they have under this fugitive lifestyle. Should individuals be given amnesty because they had children while hiding from law enforcement?

Coulee City carbon monoxide victims identified

MOSES LAKE — Grant County Coroner Craig Morrison identified the two people who died from suspected carbon monoxide poisoning earlier this week as 68-year-old Roxy Mae Ergler and 72-year-old Kenneth W. Gomez.

Special election all but decided

EPHRATA — Although the results are not official, most of the levy propositions that were up for vote in Grant County during Tuesday’s special election are passing after Wednesday’s ballot count.

Every vote did not count

The Moses Lake school bond election held Feb. 14, 2017 demonstrated problems with Revised Code of Washington (RCW) laws. In the past, elections were held on specific days at polling places. Voters were verified prior to dispensing ballots. Ballots were not counted until poles closed. Absentee ballots and problems were few.

School safety is paramount

Safety comes first. At the school board meeting last night, safety concerns brought up by the Chief of Police for Moses Lake were discussed. I want to thank Dr. Stones and Elliott Goodrich for their discussion that hopefully will lead to substantial improvements. I know that the community is frustrated with these two board members in particular over the construction bond, but it is important to recognize that they are doing the right thing by addressing safety. The board should use any funding source at its disposal to fix safety issues at the high school immediately. If the schools aren’t safe, they shouldn’t be open at all.

Grant County Fire District 8 to build new HQ

MATTAWA — Grant County Fire District No. 8 is building a new headquarters north of Mattawa.

Colors of the sky

Telephone town hall is Monday

Constituents of the 13th Legislative District will have an opportunity to talk with their elected officials during an hour-long telephone town hall at 6 p.m., Monday, Feb. 19.

REC vice president increases her stake in company

MOSES LAKE — REC Silicon’s Francine Sullivan, the company’s vice president for business development, has recently upped her holdings of company stock, according to an REC press release.

Teachers who allegedly disrupted meeting reined in

MOSES LAKE — A decision on whether last year’s contested school bond election will be upheld isn’t expected from the state Court of Appeals until March 15.

Legals February 15, 2018

VENDOR ROSTER SOLICITATION Grant County maintains and is seeking to expand its Vendor Roster as authorized under RCW 36.32.245 for the purchase of materials, equipment, supplies and/or services with an estimated value between $5,000 and $25,000 and is soliciting/encouraging businesses to join. As an equal opportunity employer, this invitation extends to all qualifying businesses, including those that are minority and woman-owned. Qualifying purchases/needed services for use of the Vendor Roster enables the County to secure telephone and/or written quotations from three or more vendors, if possible, within the same product/service category to ensure that a competitive price is established and for awarding any resulting contracts to the lowest responsible bidder as defined in RCW 43.19.1911. Information, forms, and instructions for joining the Vendor Roster are available on the County's website at www.grantcountywa.com under the "Grant County Quick Links menu's County Roster Information. Joining is free and Grant County would be pleased to have your qualifying business as a resource. #02001/153569 Pub: February 1 & 15, 2018

Cities balancing budgets with fees

Have you carefully checked your utility bills lately? Most people don’t unless they are monsters like the ones for garbage in Scranton, PA, and Los Angeles.

Johns, Spencer lead a salty Ephrata group to the Tacoma Dome

EPHRATA — Tiger junior Clay Johns picked his spot well, opened up his game and put together one of his best tournaments of the season last week in winning the 2A Region 4 championship at 113 pounds.

Co-op to refund $2.18 million to consumers

The Board of Trustees of Big Bend Electric Cooperative, Inc.; a non-profit consumer-owned electric utility recently approved the refund of over $2.1 million to the Cooperative’s electric bill payers. Refunds are being mailed to consumers who purchased power from the Cooperative during the years of 1999 and 2016.

Othello boys, girls ready to do big things with small numbers

OTHELLO — They’ve been climbing the mountain together, step by step, ledge by ledge. They have won district championships and now regional titles.

American pairs skaters Alexa Scimeca-Knierim and Chris Knierim advance to final

PYEONGCHANG, South Korea _ The best skaters make a short program or short dance feel too brief, turning it into a tantalizing glimpse of talent confined to a cruelly abbreviated format.

Mariners open spring training with news of first baseman Ryon Healy's lingering hand injury

The Mariners have yet to have an official workout for their 2018 spring training, and they already are dealing with an unexpected injury to their projected starting first baseman.

Faelela Jean Hendricks Mitchell August 16, 1930 - February 8, 2018

Faelela Jean Hendricks Mitchell was the first born of Milo and Malinda Randall Hendricks. She joined them on August 16, 1930. She was later joined by a brother, Milo Calvin, and a sister, Gayle. She enjoyed a happy childhood. Her parents divorced when she was seven years old. Her mother later married Arthur Watkins, who was a widower with five children, Mary, Don, Marlene, Juanita and David. This made a combined family with eight children and what fun they had! Faelela married Alfred Val Mitchell on August 25, 1950 in the Logan, Utah temple. Her family and her love of the gospel were the joys of her life.

Warden has high ceiling entering state tournament

TACOMA — The common refrain when it comes to the state tournament is, “anything can happen.”

Huskies place fourth at East Valley

SPOKANE VALLEY — Coach Rudy Ochoa II said it was going to be a dogfight at the 2A Regional Tournament and he was spot on as some of the best wrestlers in the state went toe-to-toe in search of a berth to the annual Mat Classic Championships at the Tacoma Feb. 16-17.

B schools sending small contingent to state tournament

TACOMA — Lind-Ritzville/Sprague and Almira/Coulee-Hartline are sending a combined three wrestlers to the Class 1B/2B state tournament.

Quincy sending a small, powerful group to the Dome

QUINCY — The Quincy wrestling contingent is small in force, but strong in quality and the Jacks are hoping to showcase the progress they’ve made this season at Mat Classic XXX at the Tacoma Dome.

Years are passing by, 27 so far

On Feb. 13, 1991 this column first appeared in the Columbia Basin Herald. It was titled “With Clay Feet,” at the time. My mentor, Fred Peterson of Spokane, gave the column the name. It came from a verse from the Bible which stated the words, “With feet of Clay,” as I understand the words.

Moses Lake sends talented, inexperienced bunch to Mat Classic XXX

TACOMA — Head coach Jaime Garza makes it a point to schedule top tier tournaments for his group.

Basin roundup: Moses Lake native Serrano signs contract with Sounders FC 2

SEATTLE — Moses Lake native Ray Serrano, 15, is now a professional soccer player.

Yelm seeks to repeat as state champs

TACOMA — The defending champion and top-ranked Yelm Tornados hope to blow away second-ranked Federal Way, third-ranked Union and everyone else to repeat as state champions in the girls division at Mat Classic XXX at the Tacoma Dome this weekend.

White River the favorite on the 2A mats at Mat Classic XXX

TACOMA — If the Toppenish Wildcats are to three-peat as 2A state wrestling champions they are going to have to have some help taking the sting out of the White River Hornets.

White River the favorite on the 2A mats at Mat Classic XXX

If the Toppenish Wildcats are to three peat as 2A state wrestling champions they are going to have to have some help taking the sting out of the White River Hornets.

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Samaritan Hospital

Mobile Food Bank coming to Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE — The Second Harvest Mobile Food Bank will be stopping in Moses Lake next week to help out local families in need.

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Samuel Price Stuart

May 6, 1938 – February 7, 2018

BBCC students to receive state honor

MOSES LAKE — College students Rebekah Anderson and Mia DeLeon will be recognized for their scholastic achievement and community service at a ceremony on Thursday, March 22 at South Puget Sound Community College, in Olympia. Wash. Secretary of State Kim Wyman will be the keynote speaker.

Beware of online 'romance scams'

MOSES LAKE — It’s Valentine’s Day, a time for love and romance, flowers and dinners.

PUD discusses carbon tax

EPHRATA — Momentum seems to be on the side of a bill that would impose carbon-emission taxes in Washington, and the discussion at Tuesday’s Grant County PUD meeting centered on ways to alleviate its impact on the utility.

2 dead from apparent carbon monoxide poisoning

COULEE CITY — Carbon monoxide poisoning appears to be the cause of the death for two Coulee City residents who were found dead Monday night. Temperatures were recorded at about 20 degrees, according to an AccuWeather forecast.

Legals February 14, 2018

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR SNOHOMISH COUNTY In Re Estate of: ) NO 18-4-00218-31 ) ALLEN A. FOSTER ) PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITOR ) RCW 11.40.030 _________Deceased.___________ ) The Personal Representive named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Personal Representative or the personal representative's attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the Court. The Claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days afer the Personal Representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(3); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim in not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, execpt as other wise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effictive as to claims against both the decedent's probate and nonprobate assets. Date of First Publication: February 7, 2018 /s/ Ricky R. Foster Ricky R. Foster Personal Representative Attorney for Perosnal Representative: Paige Buurstra, WSBA#40500 Buurstra Law Firm PLLC 116 Avenue A, Ste A Snohomish, WA 98290 #02021/160663 Pub: February 7, 14, 21, 2018

Legals February 14, 2018

Adams County Weed District #1 124 S. Broadway Ave Othello, Wa 99344 Adams County Weed District #1 Annual Board of Directors meeting will be held Monday February 26, 2018 at the Weed District office located at 124 S. Broadway Ave, Othello, Washington 99344. Election of one board member for a term of three years will be held. The 2018 State Noxious Weed list will be available for review. The 2018 Adams County Weed District #1 noxious weed list and policy will be reviewed and adopted. #02037/163202 Pub: February 14, 21, 2018

Washington's carbon tax differs from B.C.

In Olympia, Gov. Jay Inslee is pushing lawmakers to enact a new tax on carbon gas emissions before the legislature adjourns on March 8.

Moses Lake sinks 8 free throws in final minute, eliminates West Valley

MOSES LAKE — Free throws had been a bugaboo for Moses Lake throughout the season.

SCAC East all-league basketball

SCAC East girls basketball

Manta Rays solid at Junior Championships

CLARKSTON — Manta Ray Aquatics took a team of 16 swimmers to the 2018 Junior Championships in Clarkston.

Othello school bond failing

OTHELLO — Othello School District voters are rejecting a $61.4 million construction bond proposal in a special election Tuesday.

Citizen Academy returns for second go-round

MOSES LAKE — After a successful Columbia Basin Multi-Agency Citizen Academy in 2017, local law enforcement agencies will be teaming up again in 2018 to hold the academy and educate a select few on the ins and outs of law enforcement.

Dems hit roadblock on statewide individual mandate

OLYMPIA — Some Democratic lawmakers in Washington are looking for a way to replace the Obamacare-era individual mandate for health insurance, which ended as part of Congress’ recent tax reform package. Those efforts appear to have hit a roadblock, despite slim Democratic majorities in both chambers.

ML man accused of raping, molesting 2 girls

MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake man was charged for allegedly sexually assaulting two young girls at his Moses Lake home.

This Valentine's, add some panache with ganache

It is that time of year again to do something special for your sweetie. Buy some nice roses and make one of the fine treats below. Telling them you made your gift should get you a few extra kisses.

Luis Martin

April 14, 1965 – January 24, 2018

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Roger Thieme: Innovator, visionary, philanthropist, mentor

When news first broke last month that Evergreen Implement was being sold to the Fargo, N.D.-based RDO Equipment Company, Othello Mayor Shawn Logan said it best: “This is the end of an era,” as owner Roger Thieme is stepping away from the John Deere Dealership he firmly establish in the community some 60 years ago.

New director at CBAA

MOSES LAKE — Shawn Cardwell has been one of the volunteers who helped get the word out about Columbia Basin Allied Arts events – one of the orchestra, she said.

Legals February 13, 2018

PUBLIC NOTICE THE DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR BUREAU OF RECLAMATION GOOSE ISLAND, POTHOLES RESERVOIR EPHRATA, WASHINGTON NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: The Bureau of Reclamation, in accordance with 43 CFR 423 Subpart B, is providing public notice that Goose Island, in Potholes Reservoir, will be closed to the public from March 1 through September 15, 2018, during the dissuasion of the Caspian tern colonies on the island under the Inland Avian Predation Management Plan. There are no visitor facilities on the island. Public access will resume on September 16, 2018. Further information about this action can be obtained from the Reclamation Ephrata Field Office contact, Ted Benson, (509) 754-0231. #02028/162450 Pub: February 13, 2018

Roster deadline passes and Kam Chancellor remains a Seahawk, guaranteed $6.8 million for 2018

Even though Kam Chancellor spent part of his week in New York modeling at a fashion show, the Seahawks strong safety doesn’t have to officially begin pursuing a new career just yet.

Royal football coach named Don Shula NFL High School Coach of the Year Award national runner-up

You can smooze ‘em. You can tell ‘em they’re the greatest. You can use the big headlines when they win, and still they’d rather take their son to the Super Bowl.

US speedskaters off to another slow start at Olympics

GANGNEUNG, South Korea (AP) — Three events into the Olympic speedskating competition and the Americans remain off the podium.

Bill would raise age to buy tobacco to 21

OLYMPIA — State lawmakers are considering raising the age to buy tobacco and vaping products from 18 to 21 in an effort to lower addiction rates and cut back on nicotine in schools.

Mariners head to spring stuck in awkward middle ground

SEATTLE (AP) — As general manager Jerry Dipoto accurately explained, the Seattle Mariners are a team stuck in the middle.

There's a new farm supply store in town

In case you haven’t heard, NW Farm Supply is open for business in Othello operating out of the old Del’s store on East Columbia Street behind the Burger King.

Bill would end non-criminal juvenile incarceration

OLYMPIA — Democratic lawmakers are pushing a bill that would end juvenile detention in the state for status offenses like truancy or running away, which are only illegal due to the age of the perpetrator.

December unemployment down from December 2016

YAKIMA — Unemployment rose between November and December 2017, but December unemployment was 1.5 percentage points below December 2016. Grant County’s unemployment rate in December 2017 was 8.1 percent, down from 9.6 percent in December 2016.

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Heart attack survivors share stories

MOSES LAKE — The four heart attack survivors who recounted their stories were in different places, ages and circumstances when they got sick. But they all had one thing in common.

School board considers transfer of reserve funds

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake School Board is considering transferring $5.5 million from the district’s reserve fund to address safety and security matters across the district.

'Alice in Wonderland' charms audiences

MOSES LAKE — There has always been something special about that perpetually late rabbit, slightly kooky hatter, big-grinned cat and little girl whose adventures have been the stuff of legend for more than a century. Likewise, there is also something special about a group of high school students working together to present a tale of old and to do it in such a way that the magic that made the original so unique isn’t lost and is only amplified and pushed to new possibilities.

Faelela Jean Hendricks Mitchell

August 16, 1930 – February 8, 2018

Henry 'Hank' Pahlitzsch

October 24, 1939 – February 4, 2018

'Not just entertainment' Arts Soiree raises money for a better community

MOSES LAKE — It was a night for music, food, fun, and fundraising for Columbia Basin Allied Arts on Friday.

Grant GOP holds Lincoln Day Dinner/Fundraiser

MOSES LAKE — The Grant County Republican Party’s annual Lincoln Day Dinner/Fundraiser Saturday attracted many local, state and federal office holders.

Wayne Leroy Luke

October 24, 1926 – January 25, 2018

Charges filed against deputy who shot wife

MOSES LAKE — Despite the victim claiming the shooting was unintentional and an accident, felony charges have been filed in Grant County against a deputy who shot his wife in August 2017.

Legals February 12, 2018

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD February 27, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata, WA to consider the following budget extension requests: Sheriff's Office in the amount of $14,100.00 to help cover the unexpected costs of a long term camera project in the jail. New Hope in the amount of $15,000.00 to purchase a new Dodge Grand Cara van. This request was originally approved on October 2, 2017 but the van was not delivered until 2018 and the funds were not carried forward to their 2018 budget. Central Services in the amount of $11,132.11 to receive insurance reimburse ment funds due to equipment damages caused by recent power outages. Juvenile Court and Youth Services in the amount of $524,153.27 for salaries and benefits that were not calculated correctly in their 2017 budget and for expenses related to the transition to Martin Hall Detention Center that were not budgeted. Any interested persons may appear regarding these matters. Barbara J. Vasquez, CMC Administrative Assistant & Clerk of the Board Grant County Commissioners #02024/162127 Pub: February 12, 20, 2018

Othello holds off Warden to win Girls Regional wrestling championship

SPOKANE VALLEY — Othello girls coach JJ Martinez has said it for years, “The Central Washington Girls Wrestling League has some of the meanest, nastiest wrestlers in the state.”

Mid-Columbia Fisheries Enhancement Group announces salmon project funding

Yakima — Mid-Columbia Fisheries Enhancement Group is pleased to announce that is has received over one million dollars in funds this year to help salmon and the habitat that they call home.  Mid-Columbia Fisheries will be putting those monies to work to restore stream and river habitats vital to the restoration of the Pacific salmon, steelhead and bull trout in the region.

Gonzaga snaps Saint Mary's 19-game win streak, 78-65

MORAGA, Calif. (AP) — By forcing the ball out of Jock Landale’s hands, Gonzaga was able to avenge a home loss to Saint Mary’s and move back into first place in the West Coast Conference.

Oregon State holds off Washington 97-94 in double OT

CORVALLIS, Ore. (AP) — Stephen Thompson Jr. was off target on a floater that could have won the game with seconds left in regulation, then missed two free throws that likely would have sealed the contest in overtime. In double overtime, he didn’t squander a new opportunity.

Pritchard, Brown lead Oregon to 84-57 win over Washington St

EUGENE, Ore. (AP) — Payton Pritchard had 19 points and 10 assists, and Troy Brown Jr. also had a double-double to lead Oregon past Washington State 84-57 on Sunday night.

Othello's Melo, Perez and Ephrata's Johns win 2A Region 4 championships

SPOKANE VALLEY — It’s Othello tradition to send its wrestlers off to the Mat Classic with a big to-do outside of PJ Taggares Gym every year. There is a sense of community pride, tradition and a year ago a couple of hundred friends and family sent the most recent gladiators off in style with signs and baskets.

Shrove Tuesday Community Pancake Dinner coming up

Pilgrim Lutheran Church invites all community members to their annual Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner Feb.13, from 5-7 p.m. There will be a free-will offering with the proceeds going to support our local Hospice and the ELCA Water Well Project.   

Wheat growers oppose senate reporting bill

OLYMPIA — Wheat growers are concerned that proposed legislation will make it even tougher for farmers in Washington to use pesticides.

Hunter Cruz, Payton Castro regional champs; Moses Lake sends 7 to Tacoma

YAKIMA — Hunter Cruz has the aura of a defending state champion, sure.

Basin roundup: Moses Lake girls complete undefeated regular season

YAKIMA — Moses Lake left little to chance Friday at Davis.

CBHA names next Chief Executive Officer

Columbia Basin Health Association’s Board of Directors has chosen Nieves Gomez as the organization’s next president and chief executive officer. Gomez succeeds Greg Brandenburg, and will begin his new duties March 1.

Donkey basketball returns to Royal High School

ROYAL CITY — A former tradition is making a comeback to Royal High School following a nearly decade-long hiatus.

Kiona Benton upsets Royal Boys on the hardwood

BENTON CITY — The Kiona-Benton Bears did what no other team in the SCAC East Conference was able to do during the regular season; beat the Royal Knights.

Wahluke slips past Warden and Columbia-Burbank in weekend action

MATTAWA — The Warriors found the going rougher than they had anticipated to close out regular season play, getting past Columbia-Burbank 64-61 at home Friday and 58-54 on the road last Tuesday.

Game day to be held at Royal Community Center

Are you looking for something different? Join Royal Slope older adults for a game day at the Royal Community Center, 17302 Dodson Road South, on Thursday, February 15.

Fresh News Report from MarDon Resort

The current water level on the Potholes reservoir is 1043.13 feet, rising five inches over the past week. The water temperature on the main lake is 38 degrees. The main lake is ice free. The sand dunes are still covered in three inches of soft ice. Lind Coulee is ice free for the most part.

Welcome back, sunshine

Auditions for Missoula Children's Theater Monday

MOSES LAKE — The tale of a young man, a princess, a genie and a magic lamp will come to the stage at the Wallenstien Theater next week, courtesy of Columbia Basin Allied Arts and the Missoula Children’s Theater. Auditions for the MCT production of “Aladdin” are scheduled for 4 p.m. Monday at the theater on the Big Bend Community College campus. Children must be kindergarten age and older to audition.

Alleged Moses Lake eluder facing charges

MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake man who reportedly attempted to elude police after crashing into a car at a stop light is facing several charges in connection with the incident.

Ephrata to vote on sales tax in April

EPHRATA — Voters in Ephrata will have an opportunity on April 24 to cast ballots for a two-tenths percent dedicated sales tax to establish a city road maintenance fund.

Marilyn Warren

May 20, 1931 – February 3, 2018

Software error leads to delay for ballots

OLYMPIA — A database error discovered last month resulted in nearly 7,000 voters statewide receiving their February special election ballots late.

Ephrata Airport surveying begins

E-mail from Cheryl

Jaime Jorge: Living for the glory of God

Jaime was 9 years old performing in a music competition. He did so well one of the judges said, “Jaime, you could win the competition if you gave up being a Christian.”

Dad-daughter dance set for Feb. 24

MOSES LAKE — Dads and daughters will dance the evening away, and mom and sons will play games in the gym. The annual Daddy-Daughter Dance and Mother-Son Fun Night are scheduled for 6:30 to 9 p.m. Feb. 24 at Moses Lake High School, 803 East Sharon Ave.

5th-graders hear about Japanese American history

MOSES LAKE — Mayumi Tsutakawa was pleasantly surprised by the fifth-graders at Garden Heights Elementary School on Thursday.

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Legals February 9, 2018

NOTICE TO SUBCONTRACTORS AND MATERIALMEN The State of Washington, Grant County, acting by and through the Department of Enterprise Services, Engineering & Architectural Services, hereby advises all interested parties that Contract No. 2014-994 H (1-1), for Courthouse & Annex Energy Upgrades, Ephrata, WA, with McKinstry Essention, LLC, PO Box 24567, Seattle, WA 98124, has been accepted as of February 5, 2018. The lien period for filing any liens against this contract's retained percentage is now in effect. Any liens filed after March 22, 2018 shall be filed as not valid. State of Washington Department of Enterprise Services Engineering & Architectural Services #02023/161438 Pub: February 9, 2018

Moses Lake Christian boys, girls basketball teams fall to Riverside

MOSES LAKE — Despite a rather poor rebounding and free-throw shooting night, the Moses Lake Christian Lions had a chance to win in the end on Senior Night.

Brown scores 21, Oregon stifles Washington 65-40

EUGENE, Ore. (AP) — Troy Brown Jr. scored 21 points and Kenny Wooten had 12 points and seven blocks to lead Oregon past Washington 65-40 on Thursday night.

Royal Knights turning basketball culture around with a little swag

ROYAL CITY — In 1975, Gerald Ford was in the White House. Elton John’s “Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds” ushered in the new year at No. 1 on the charts. A postage stamp cost 10 cents and the price of gas was 53 cents a gallon.

Evans leads No. 25 Arizona State over Washington St. 88-78

PULLMAN, Wash. (AP) — Bobby Hurley of No. 25 Arizona State was pleased with the resiliency his team showed against Washington State.

The love of fishing hooks Stottlemyre, Graser up one more time

OROFINO, Idaho — Their love of the game and their love of fishing was the guiding force that reunited Seattle Mariners pitching coach Mel Stottlemyre Jr. and long-time local fishing guide Rick Graser of Moses Lake for a day to remember, fishing for steelhead on the Clearwater River.

Tillie helps No. 12 Gonzaga hold off Pacific, 71-61

STOCKTON, Calif. (AP) — Killian Tillie had 21 points and 10 rebounds and made a key tip-in with 1:39 remaining, and No. 12 Gonzaga beat Pacific 71-61 on Thursday night.

Moses Lake student wins trip to super bowl

Ninth grader, Jessica Williams, from Moses Lake represented the Dairy Farmers of Washington’s (DFW) Fuel to Play 60 (FUTP60) program at Super Bowl LII in Minneapolis. Williams won the trip for her role in kicking off the healthy eating and physical activity program at her high school. She is the only student in the nation to receive the opportunity from the dairy community to attend the big game between the Patriots and Eagles.

Fishing fever hits Basin anglers

Great weather has hit the Columbia Basin, causing anglers to grab rods, lures and bait, then head to their favorite spring fishing hole. We are lucky to have several lakes and a few streams open to fishing all year long. Pick up a Fish and Wildlife fishing regulations pamphlet and study it to determine which waters are open now. The first fishing season opener will be on March 1.

School reporting Bill clears state house committee

MOSES LAKE — A bill that would allow school districts across the state to use a mobile app to allow students to report violence or dangerous situations anonymously at school has cleared a key state legislative committee.

Othello Girls take down all comers at sub-regionals

WARDEN — The Lady Huskies dominated the competition at the sub-regional championships in Warden Saturday finishing with 277 team points. Warden was a distant second with 162.5. Quincy took third with 96 points.

Samaritan looking for new commission member

MOSES LAKE — Samaritan Healthcare board members will meet in executive session Friday morning to discuss qualifications for candidates to replace board member Julie Weisenberg, Weisenberg submitted her resignation Feb. 2. She has been hired as Samaritan’s chief human resources officer.

Arrests made in Othello shooting

OTHELLO — Deputies in Adams County have made several arrests in connection with a weekend shooting near Othello that left a man injured.

Quincy hires police captain

QUINCY — The Quincy Police have a new captain.

$15 million included in budget for Odessa groundwater project

MOSES LAKE — Although the amount won’t entirely fund the project, the $15 million that was included in the state capital budget for the Odessa Groundwater Replacement Program is another step toward providing surface water to local farmers that need it.

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Irrigation season opens mid-March

QUINCY — Quincy-Columbia Basin Irrigation District officials will start filling the West Canal March 14. Priming on smaller canals and laterals will continue through for the rest of March through the first week in April, said irrigation district manager Darvin Foles.

'Barefoot in the Park' New Masquers production opens next week

SOAP LAKE — A classic play about a very young marriage comes to the Masquers stage next week. The curtain goes up on “Barefoot in the Park” at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 16.

Court documents shine light on shooting

MOSES LAKE — Court documents indicate a Sunday shooting near Moses Lake that left one man injured stemmed from an ongoing dispute between two men.

Allied Arts fundraiser set for Friday

MOSES LAKE — Columbia Basin Allied Arts will present its annual fundraising soiree Friday at 6:30 p.m. at the ATEC Building at Big Bend Community College.

Legals February 8, 2018

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF WALLA WALLA In the Matter of the Estate of John C. Thomason Deceased NO. 18-4-00008-2 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 The Co-Administrators named below have been appointed as Co-Administrators of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Co-Administrators or the Co-Administrators' attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the Co-Administrators served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(3); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of this notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both decedent's probate and non-probate assets. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: January 25, 2018. Dorothy A. Redmann and Allan F. Thomason, Co-Administrators Daniel J. Roach, WSBA #14633 DANIEL J. ROACH, PLLC Attorney for Co-Administrators 38 East Main Street, Suite 206 P.O. Box 1776 Walla Walla, WA 99362 509-522-6800 #02007/156844 Pub: January 25, 2018 & February 1, 8, 2018

Nugent continues sharing time and money

Recently Eastern Washington newspapers published a story about Rock ‘N Roll Icon Ted Nugent helping replace a well-respected Republic police dog. The dog, assigned to Police Chief, Loren Culp, died last December.

Runnin' Vikes put all five starters in double figures to beat Spokane

MOSES LAKE — It’s not everyday where a coach looks at the halftime stat sheet and sees his opponent is shooting 71.4 from 3-point range, and he thinks “We got ‘em right where we want them.”

Rangers trade QB-infielder Russell Wilson to Yankees

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Vikings ride big first half in win over Spokane

MOSES LAKE — Leah Dougherty and Hailey Garrity took turns punishing Spokane early.

Prep roundup: Ephrata ousted from district tournament by Ellensburg

ELLENSBURG — Ephrata was outscored in the third and fourth quarter, falling on the road to Ellensburg 78-70.

I learned a lot from Roger Re. article in Sun Tribune dated 01-31-2018

Roger Thieme was also my mentor when I was vice-chairman/facilities manager for the Othello Food Bank, and when I served on the Adams County Park District board.

Vote yes on maintenance and operation levy

To the people in Adams County, we, the members of the Cemetery District No.2, are asking you to vote yes on the maintenance and operation levy that has been put on the ballet. The levy is for $20,000, which is only $0.02 per $1,000 of assessed value in 2018 for the year 2019.

Heart health subject of Samaritan Healthcare program

MOSES LAKE — Heart health and how to maintain it will be the subject of a program Thursday – and the answers might not be as obvious as people imagine. “The Unexpected Faces of a Heart Attack” will begin at 6 p.m. at the Pillar Rock Grill.

Othello Boys second at district wrestling tournament

ELLENSBURG — The Huskies battled it out with some of the best 2A grapplers in the state at the District 5/6 Wrestling Championships over the weekend in Ellensburg, but came up just shy of their goal, finishing runner-up to Toppenish.

Thousands of voters to receive late election ballots

OLYMPIA — Nearly 7,000 voters will receive ballots this week for the February special election via first class mail due to a software error in the Department of Licensing’s (DOL) driver licensing database system that caused information to not be transmitted to the Office of the Secretary of State’s (OSOS) Voter Registration Division under Washington’s Motor Voter law. 

Memory loss support program to meet in Ephrata

EPHRATA — A monthly meeting for people suffering from memory loss and their families is scheduled for Tuesday in Ephrata. The “Community Memory Cafe” meets at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday in the fellowship hall at the United Methodist Church of Ephrata, 117 Northwest C St.

County revamping ag land property taxes

MOSES LAKE — Grant County is currently revamping how it assesses and taxes farmland.

Legislative Republicans unimpressed with Democratic majority

Halfway through the 2018 legislative session, state Republican lawmakers are not impressed with the accomplishments of the Democratic majority.

Keeping watch

MOSES LAKE — The American anthropologist Margaret Mead is quoted as saying, “never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has.” The small group of homeowners gathered at Jill Hotchkiss’ Moses Lake home Monday night may not have their eyes necessarily transfixed on changing the world, but the actions they are taking by organizing a Neighborhood Watch program are certainly changing each of their respective worlds in the present.

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Suspects in Moses Lake shooting caught

MOSES LAKE — Both of the suspects from a weekend shooting near Moses Lake have been taken into custody.

Nieves Gomez named new CBHA head

OTHELLO — Othello native Nieves Gomez was named as the new president and chief executive officer of the Columbia Basin Health Association. Gomez will succeed Greg Brandenberg.

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Legals February 7, 2018

PUBLIC NOTICE The Solid Waste Advisory Committee Meeting will be Wednesday, February 21, 2018, 12 PM in the Public Works conference room located at 210 W. Alder Ritzville, WA 99169. Please Call 509-659-3276 if you are unable to attend. #02018/160504 Pub: February 7, 14, 2018

Legals February 7, 2018

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF SNOHOMISH | | In re Estate of: | NO. 17-4-02190-31 | HELEN V. GULICK, | NOTICE TO CREDITORS | (RCW 11.40.030) | Deceased. | ____________________________________| The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having claims against decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Personal Representative or the Personal Representative's attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the Personal Representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(3); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent's probate and non-probate assets. Date of first publication: January 24, 2018. ROBERT C. COOPER, Personal Representative c/o Maren Benedetti, Attorney for Estate 3128 Colby Avenue Everett, WA 98201 425-339-8556 #02006/156159 Pub:January 24, 31, 2018 & February 7, 2018

Chiefs overcome foul trouble to beat Panthers

MOSES LAKE — The whistles came early and often.

Local ballers set to return to Columbia Basin

MOSES LAKE — Tonight at the DeVries Activity Center will be a homecoming, of sorts, for three Columbia Basin ballplayers.

Ephrata defense shuts down Ellensburg; Tigers advance to face Selah on Thursday

EPHRATA — The Ephrata Tigers got the growl on early with a lockdown, endline-to-endline defense that rattled Ellensburg from the opening whistle in Tuesday’s CWAC district tournament opener.

Prep roundup: Moses Lake stifles Wenatchee on senior night

MOSES LAKE — Zach Phillips, in his final regular-season home game, twisted under the hoop and scored through contact.

Locals kick up their heels at the Roundup banquet

MOSES LAKE — A good time was had by all at the annual Moses Lake Roundup Rodeo banquet held at the Elks Lodge Saturday. More than 200 people were on hand for the prime rib and chicken cordon bleu dinner prepared by Divito Catering and Top Gun Concessions out of Wilson Creek, and awards ceremony that followed.

Othello seeks federal funds to re-drill well

The Othello City Council spent nearly its entire regular Monday, Jan. 22 meeting talking about water.

Court hears bond arguments

SPOKANE — Attorneys representing Grant County, the Moses Lake School District, and a group of voters contesting the results of last year's $135 million school construction bond made their cases before a three-judge panel of the Washington State Third District Court of Appeals on Monday, nearly a year after district voters barely approved the measure.

Love for the lowly meatloaf

Meatloaf is a dish that reached its zenith in the 1960s, when test kitchens for food manufacturers seemed to work overtime in concocting new meatloaf recipes. Women’s magazines featured dozens of meatloaf recipes, everything from stuffed meatloaves to frosted meatloaves and, eventually, even slimmed-down meatloaves that combined ground beef with ground turkey to reduce the fat and cholesterol load.

1 missing after shooting near Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake man who was reportedly involved in a Moses Lake shooting on Sunday is reportedly missing and believed to be injured from the shooting.

Olivia Pruneda

July 3, 1946 – February 1, 2018

William M. 'Bill' Watson

July 16, 1928 – January 28, 2018

Ethel Black

October 4, 1922 – January 31, 2018

Color and music in Olympia for Latino Legislative Day

Hundreds marched through Olympia Monday for Latino Legislative Day, calling for immigration reform and improvements to workers’ rights.

Man arrested for hit-and-run, eluding

MOSES LAKE — A man was arrested in Moses Lake last week after colliding with a vehicle, fleeing the scene of the collision and leading police on a pursuit.

Heart health subject of Samaritan program

MOSES LAKE — Heart health and how to maintain it will be the subject of a program Thursday – and the answers might not be as obvious as people imagine. “The Unexpected Faces of a Heart Attack” will begin at 6 p.m. at the Pillar Rock Grill.

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Generation Z kids are cool

Upon further review, Generation Z kids are cool.

Elementary students evacuated following electrical malfunction

MATTAWA — Students and faculty of Morris Schott Elementary School were evacuated Thursday, Jan. 25 following an electrical malfunction in the school’s kitchen.

Tigers run away from Huskies in district opener

EPHRATA — Ephrata ran, ran and then ran some more.

Bill would raise age to buy tobacco to 21

OLYMPIA — State lawmakers are considering raising the age to buy tobacco and vaping products from 18 to 21 in an effort to lower addiction rates and cut back on nicotine in schools.

Man accused of assaulting 2 people, threatening to kill brother

MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake man was reportedly tased after he assaulted his brother and his brother’s girlfriend in Moses Lake last weekend.

'Alice in Wonderland' opens Wednesday

MOSES LAKE — The tale of the adventures of a girl in wonderland opens at the Moses Lake High School theater Wednesday. The MLHS production of “Alice in Wonderland” will run Wednesday through Saturday starting at 7 p.m. each night.

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Scouts match cars at Pinewood Derby

MOSES LAKE — The roar of the engines may have been replaced by the rattle of plastic wheels and the whoosh of carved wood propelled by gravity, but the racers at Cub Scout Pack 67’s Pinewood Derby in Moses Lake Saturday had enough enthusiasm for any NASCAR crowd. Each boy had cut out, assembled, painted and decorated his own vehicle (no more than 7 inches long by 2 3/4 inches wide and weighing no more than 5 ounces, according to Boy Scout regulations) and they were all eager to see how their cars stacked up. In a Pinewood Derby, vehicles are started from a standstill and allowed to roll down a ramp to a finish line.

Country Sweethearts Banquet raises funds for cancer patients

MOSES LAKE — The 4-H Building at the Grant County Fairgrounds was alive with activity Saturday night as 350 people came to enjoy the annual Country Sweethearts banquet and auction. The event raised over $124,000 for the Columbia Basin Cancer Foundation, according to the foundation’s executive director, Angel Kneedler.

State treasurer to speak at Grant GOP Lincoln Day dinner

MOSES LAKE — Washington’s chief financial officer, Treasurer Duane Davidson, will be the featured speaker at Saturday’s Grant County Republican Party’s annual Lincoln Day Dinner/Fundraiser.

Washington Farm Bureau honors local lawmaker

OLYMPIA — Sen. Judy Warnick, R-Moses Lake, was named the 2017 Legislator of the Year by the Washington Farm Bureau, alongside her colleague Rep. David Taylor, R-Moxee, for their work supporting agriculture in the state.

Falconry lecture at museum Wednesday

MOSES LAKE — The partnership between humans and birds in the hunt for wild game will be the subject of a lecture at the Moses Lake Museum & Art Center. Ron Updegrave will talk about “Falconry” at 3 p.m. Wednesday at the museum, 401 S. Balsam St.

Legals February 5, 2018

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held by the Grant County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) in the Commissioners' Hearing Room located on the 1st floor of the Grant County Courthouse at 35 C Street NW in Ephrata, Washington, on Tuesday, February 20, 2018 at 4:00 p.m. The purpose of the public hearing is to review community development and housing needs, inform citizens of the availability of funds and eligible uses of the state Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds, and receive comments on proposed activities, particularly from lower income persons residing in the Grant and Adams County areas. Grant County intends to apply for CDBG funding in 2018 for the next cycle of funding the Public Services Grant; the County may also apply for CDBG General Purpose Grant funding. 2018 Public Services Grant Application and 2017 Project Performance It is anticipated that perhaps approximately $125,000 (but likely less) will be available to the County and Opportunities Industrialization Center of Washington (OIC of WA) to fund public service activities that principally benefit low and moderate income persons in Grant and Adams Counties. The draft application for the CDBG Public Service Grant proposal will be available for review at the Grant County Commissioners office on February 12th and afterwards. Comments may also be submitted in writing from the time of this notice until 2:00 p.m. on February 20th, 2018, to: June Strickler, Administrative Services Coordinator Grant County Board of County Commissioners 35 C Street NW / PO Box 37 Ephrata, WA 98823-0037 Comments on the County's and OIC of WA's past performance and use of their 2017 CDBG Public Service Grant award, Contract #17-62210-005, will also be received. 2018 General Purpose Grant Funding Application While Grant County does not anticipate at this time applying for a CDBG General Purpose Grant for planning or construction of public infrastructure, community facilities, affordable housing, or economic development, it hereby is providing notice that the possibility of applying for these funds in 2018 exists. Counties may submit only one CDBG request per fund each program year; one exception is for a second General Purpose Grant if one application is for a local microenterprise assistance program. A Spanish language interpreter will be available at the public hearing. The Commissioners' Hearing Room is handicap accessible, and located on the first floor of the Courthouse. Additional arrangements to reasonably accommodate special needs will be made upon receiving 24-hour advance notice. Please contact June Strickler at 509-754 2011 ext. 2937 for assistance. #02009/157563 Pub: February 5, 13, 2018

Hachimura leads No. 14 Gonzaga over BYU 68-60

SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) — Another grinding defensive battle for No. 14 Gonzaga, just as the Bulldogs expected.

Wrestling roundup: Moses Lake's depth leads to district championship

YAKIMA — Moses Lake put eight wrestlers in the finals, crowned five champions and placed 19 en route to its first district championship since 2015.

Buzzer beater: Washington upsets No. 9 Arizona 78-75

SEATTLE (AP) — As the pile of celebrating bodies grew, Washington’s Dominic Green started to get uneasy. He’d never been in the situation of celebrating a game-winning basket like this, let alone where he was the one hitting the shot.

Moses Lake basketball falls to West Valley in OT

MOSES LAKE — Elation turned to devastation in just over four minutes of game time.

Moses Lake locks in early, routs West Valley

MOSES LAKE — Playing against the game of basketball, regardless of opponent, is something the Moses Lake coaching staff preaches.

Othello girls win sub-regional wrestling championship

WARDEN — If the Girls Wrestling Sub-Regionals on Saturday were a Broadway stage production, you would say the Othello Huskies hit their mark.

Evans leads No. 25 Arizona State over Washington St. 88-78

PULLMAN, Wash. (AP) — Bobby Hurley of No. 25 Arizona State was pleased with the resiliency his team showed against Washington State.

Foles, Eagles outshoot Patriots for 1st Super Bowl, 41-33

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — As their delirious fans sang their theme song and their owner lifted the Lombardi Trophy, the Philadelphia Eagles’ finally could breathe freely.

Basketball roundup: Ephrata completes sweep of Quincy

QUINCY — Ephrata created separation with an 18-6 second quarter to beat Quincy 60-43.

Moses Lake boys set three new District 6 records, crown seven district champions

MOSES LAKE — Wenatchee filled the podium with all its depth and talent, but the Moses Lake Chiefs let them know who owned the top shelf Saturday afternoon at the NCWAA 4A District 6 boys swimming and diving championships at Tony St. Onge Pool of Dreams.

Masked suspects rob Royal City store at gunpoint

ROYAL CITY — Police in Royal City are still on the lookout for two males who reportedly robbed a store in the city last week at gunpoint.

Camelia Street to receive much needed maintenance, updates

ROYAL CITY — Downtown streets of Royal City will soon see maintenance repairs and new curb appeal in the upcoming months.

Mike Williams inducted into OHS Hall of Fame

Mike Williams, former Othello High School science teacher and assistant wrestling coach was honored at the Huskies home meet with Wapato last Tuesday, Jan. 23.

MLHS student wins trip to Super Bowl

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — Moses Lake High School freshman Jessica Williams won a trip to Super Bowl LII in Minneapolis, Minn.

Othello looks to impress in Ellensburg

The Huskie wrestlers begin the second season Friday at 4 p.m. when the whistle blows to signal the start of the CWAC District tournament at Ellensburg High School.

Ballots for Othello school bond sent out

Ballots were mailed out this past week for a special election to approve or reject a $61.4 million construction bond proposal from the Othello School District.

Othello girls open tournament season at Warden Saturday

Nine years ago when coach JJ Martinez started the Othello girls wrestling program, he set his sights on the same goal coaches Wayne Schutte and Ruben Martinez had established for the boys program — to come home from the state tournament with some hardware and to continually finish in the Top 10.

Customers with high bill concerns are asked to contact Grant PUD

EPHRATA — Grant PUD is asking customers concerned with high bills this winter to contact its customer service department by emailing customerservice@grantpud.org or calling (509) 766-2505.

Samaritan Healthcare beating budget targets

MOSES LAKE — Samaritan Healthcare was running ahead of its budget targets at the end of November 2017, and the prospects for 2017 as a whole are looking positive. That was the conclusion of the monthly financial report given to Samaritan healthcare commissioners Tuesday.

Storms cause damage to Basin in August 1941

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Albert Joseph Dinsmore

April 29, 1928 – January 23, 2018

Bill would help fund low-income housing

OLYMPIA — State lawmakers are considering matching a federal tax credit for owners of low-income housing projects to encourage new development that might not otherwise be economically feasible, spending up to $42 million per year.

School reporting bill clears state house committee

MOSES LAKE — A bill that would allow school districts across the state to use a mobile app to allow students to report violence or dangerous situations anonymously at school has cleared a key state legislative committee.

One Red Door closing, another to open

MOSES LAKE — The original Red Door curio and antique shop is closing. The Red Door Cafe will remain open, and even expand.

Lawmakers say teens sexting does not equal child porn

OLYMPIA — Today if a teenager is found with a sexually explicit image of another teenager, they could face child pornography charges.

Double your pleasure, double your fun

Are you old enough to remember television commercials from the 1980s? If so, do you recall the one for Wrigley’s Doublemint Gum? It featured identical twins doing exactly the same thing, including putting a stick of Doublemint gum in their mouths at the same time and chewing. (If you are too young to have ever experienced this you might want to check it out on YouTube).

Newhouse praises delay of water rule

WASHINGTON D.C. — Fourth Congressional District Rep. Dan Newhouse, R-Yakima, is praising a Trump administration decision to delay the implementation of a clean water rule by two years.

Dry Falls by super moonlight

Legals February 2, 2018

NOTICE OF APPLICATION February 2, 2018 Notice is hereby given that a Short Subdivision application was received by Grant County on January 12, 2018 from Randy Niessner (Designated Contact: J. Curtis & Associates (Jeff Curtis), PO Box 956, Mattawa, WA 99349) was found to be technically complete on January 30, 2018. PROJECT: A Short Subdivision of one parcel that is approximately 30.65 acres in size to create three (3) lots in the Urban Light Industrial (ULI) and Urban Heavy Industrial (UHI) zones. Lot 1 will be about 11.05 acres in size and will be used for light industrial business purposes. Lot 2 will be approximately 3.11 acres in size and will also be used for light industrial business purposes. Lot 3 will be approximately 16.48 acres in size and will be used for light industrial business purposes as well. LOCATION: The project site is known as the Niessner Short Plat Number 3 and the subject parcel is located southeast of the intersection of Road 13.6 SW and Road E SW about one and a half miles southeast of the Royal City city limits. The site is located in Section 8, Township 16 North, Range 26 East, W.M., Grant County, WA. Parcel # 16-0101-007. ZONING: Urban Light Industrial (ULI) and Urban Heavy Industrial (UHI). 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 #P18-0009) 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 February 17, 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. #02016/160220 Pub: Feb 2, 2018

Maximus Zamora making his own noise coming from a strong Moses Lake wrestling family

MOSES LAKE — In some ways, Wednesday’s Moses Lake wrestling practice was a step back in time, tracing the footsteps to what’s led them to 18 state championships dating back to 1959.

Wahluke gets bounce-back win over College Place

MATTAWA — Ricardo Cabrera hit for a game-high 27 points, Sergio Pineda added 22 and the Warriors picked up a 77-57 home win over the Hawks Saturday.

Cooks test skills in recent culinary contest at CB Tech

MOSES LAKE — Whoever said cooking contests were easy was wrong. The kitchen at Columbia Basin Technical Skills Center (CB Tech) was rocking, stoves full — and in all the excitement a misplaced pan handle. Alex Billett, in the middle of preparing pan-seared chicken with mushrooms, rice pilaf and glazed carrots, suffered a minor burn on his hand.

Master Hunter application deadline Feb. 15

The Fish and Wildlife will accept applications for its Master Hunter Permit Program through Feb. 15. The program is designed to promote safe, lawful and ethical hunting and to strengthen Washington’s hunting heritage and conservation ethic.

Washington holds on late to beat No. 25 Arizona St 68-64

SEATTLE (AP) — Noah Dickerson scored 21 points and grabbed 16 rebounds, David Crisp had three key baskets in the final five minutes, and Washington knocked off No. 25 Arizona State 68-64 on Thursday night.

Moses Lake qualifies 18 for district finals

MOSES LAKE — For 11 events, the day cruised along like Michael Phelps pulling through the water for the Moses Lake boys, which qualified 18 guys for the finals of Saturday’s NCWAA 4A District 6 swimming and diving championships at Tony St. Onge Pool of Dreams.

Free throws push MLCA past Wilson Creek

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake Christian wasn’t dead-eye from the free throw line, but when it mattered most freshmen Aidyn Waldrop and Jocelyn Lloyd combined to make three crucial ones.

Williams leads No. 14 Gonzaga over San Diego 69-59

SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) — Gonzaga is one of the nation’s elite offensive teams. On Thursday night, the Zags showed they can also grind out a defensive win.

1 injured in Moses Lake collision

Editor’s note: This story is an update to a previous story reported by the Columbia Basin Herald. The Herald accurately reported information that was provided, but some of the provided details were not accurate concerning who was at fault. This story is updated to reflect new information provided to the Herald by the Washington State Patrol.

Rah rah rah!

MOSES LAKE — It’s official. For the second year in a row, the Moses Lake High School coed cheerleading squad is the best in the state.

Herald will livestream bond arguments

MOSES LAKE — The Columbia Basin Herald will live­stream on its Facebook page oral arguments before the state’s Third District Court of Appeals on last February’s disputed $135 million school construction bond.

School board throws out red herring

Late in the January 25 Moses Lake School Board meeting, Chairman Dr. Stones made a most curious proclamation. It was around 10 p.m., and things were winding down after two solid hours of the public telling the board over and over again that we need a new high school. Not a soul spoke otherwise. Shortly before the meeting ended, Chairman Stones proclaimed that the educational problems we see at MLHS are brought on by fragmented families, that our peril wouldn’t be so bad if only local families were intact, giving their children the love and support they need. The responsibility for fixing the distress of students in a jam-packed school, he elaborated, lies with the families, not just the schools.

Warnick honored for police, sheriffs advocacy

MOSES LAKE — Sen. Judy Warnick, R-Moses Lake, was recently recognized for her effort to strengthen the rights and quality of life for law enforcement around Washington.

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Wheat growers oppose Senate reporting bill

MOSES LAKE — Wheat growers are concerned that proposed legislation will make it even tougher for farmers in Washington to use pesticides.

Legwork on the bond was done long ago

It is no secret that the threat of using $135 million in taxpayer money in a way other than what was approved by the voters has ruffled many feathers within the school district, mine included.

'Country Sweethearts' fundraising banquet Saturday

MOSES LAKE — The Columbia Basin Cancer Foundation will sponsor its biggest fundraiser of the year Saturday with the ninth annual “Country Sweethearts” dinner, dance and auction.

Inspire Cafe opens at Samaritan Clinic

MOSES LAKE — The new coffee and sandwich stand in the lobby at Samaritan Clinic is the culmination of a 2017 project of the Samaritan Foundation.

Prison sentence for eluder who crashed at BMX park

MOSES LAKE — A man who crashed a car at a BMX park in Moses Lake after a pursuit will be spending a year behind prison bars.

Government shutdown hurt veterans

When Washington can’t act like grown-ups and compromise, and shuts down the government, then nobody in Washington should receive a paycheck. When they shut down the government, neither veterans nor their families receive a paycheck. Everybody loves to say they care about and appreciate our veterans, but when you close down the government that’s not caring for veterans, that’s hurting veterans. Other countries treat their veterans much better than America, and that’s a downright disgrace to treat someone who protected us this way. With Washington’s lips they say they care for our veterans, but their actions and deeds prove different.

Judicial misbehavior

“United States Constitution, Article 3, Section. 1. The judicial Power of the United States, shall be vested in one supreme Court, and in such inferior Courts as the Congress may from time to time ordain and establish. The Judges, both of the supreme and inferior Courts, shall hold their Offices during good Behavior, ...”

Moses Lake's excellent hockey team deserves support

Moses Lake’s age 12-and-under hockey club took second place in their tournament last weekend at Larson Ice Rink. They played extremely well against strong competition from teams from Portland, Tacoma and other places. Moses Lake lost in the Sunday final to a very good Portland team. They had beaten this team on Saturday by a score of 2 to 1. The play was very fast, with well-coached teams and excellent individual skill and knowledge by players this young. Moses Lake’s team was exceptional. Their individual ability, strong hustle and work-together style was effective and amazing. My compliments to the Moses Lake coaches and a very good team; you represent our city and the community very well.

Warden man charged for choking wife

WARDEN — A Warden woman said her husband assaulted her, choked her and imprisoned her in her apartment last week.

Celia Ann (Rutherford) Hamman

April 30, 1960 – January 21, 2018

Legals February 1, 2018

Request for Statement of Qualifications (RSQ) The City of Warden (Pursuant to RCW39.80.030) is inviting statements of qualifications and performance information from firms interested in providing professional engineering and land surveying services in conjunction with City sponsored projects. The City projects for which engineering service is sought may include but are not limited to: Water and Well improvement projects, Municipal Wastewater Projects and Collection System Improvement, General Street Improvements, and TIB Small City Account Street Projects. Also contemplated is the associated planning, design, and site plan preparation for various park and recreational activities. The City may also require general engineering services in connection with the ongoing operations of the city. Qualifications and performance statements will be reviewed, placed on file and will be used as the source from which to select one or more qualified firms from whom a detailed proposal will be requested for any specific project. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Information The City of Warden in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (Section 504) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), commits to nondiscrimination on the basis of disability, in all of its programs and activities. This material can be made available in an alternate format by emailing Kristine Shuler at kshuler@cityofwarden.org or by calling collect City of Warden. Title VI Statement The City of Warden in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252, 42 U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4 and Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Department of Transportation, subtitle A, Office of the Secretary, Part 21, nondiscrimination in federally assisted programs of the Department of Transportation issued pursuant to such Act, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises as defined at 49 CFR Part 26 will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, national origin, or sex in consideration for an award." Minority and women owned firms are encouraged to submit statements of qualification. The City of Warden is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Information should be directed to: City of Warden, City Administrator, 121 So. Main Street, Warden, WA 98857. #02015/159820 Pub: February 1, 2018

Trier, Ayton lead No. 9 Arizona over Washington State 100-72

PULLMAN, Wash. (AP) — Sean Miller was pleased with his team’s sterling offensive effort in a blowout win at Washington State.

North Korean guest workers booted

It’s not good to be a North Korean guest worker these days. As part of stepped up sanctions against the rouge nation’s accelerated nuclear and ballistic missile development programs, countries around the world are expelling North Koreans.

2018 SHOT Show report

An e-mail sent to Ted Nugent on Jan. 19, 2018 at 10:31: “Ted, Will we see you at SHOT?”

Manta Ray 10 and under relays successful at Winter Open

MOSES LAKE — The Manta Ray Aquatics swim team hosted an event for a fellow Inland Empire Swimming team, based out of the Tri-Cities.

Ms. Clutch: Big Bend's Johnson makes game-winning 3 against WVC

WENATCHEE — Something about big shots clicks with Miranda Johnson.

Lessons formed from legends: It's Bobby Hurley vs. Mike Hopkins when Huskies duel No. 25 ASU this week

Two of the hottest young coaches in college basketball square off for the first time this week in a game that could be a preview of the rising powers in the Pac-12.

Wear Red Day is this Friday

February is American Heart Awareness Month. On Friday, people are encouraged to wear red as part of National Wear Red Day, a national event campaign aimed to raise awareness about heart disease in women. Started over 10 years ago, this event seeks to educate Americans that heart disease is the No.1 killer in women, and yet is largely preventable. The event also raises funds that are put toward heart health research.

Niel Erland Wright June 7, 1922 - January 20, 2018

Niel was born in Cataldo, ID on June 7, 1922 and passed away on January 20, 2018 at his home in Spokane, WA at the age of 95. Niel was born in his family home as were three of his brothers. His parents were William and Hilda Wright. He went to school and graduated from Kingston High School. Shortly after graduation, he married and then joined the service. He served in Germany in WWII. They had three children, Terry, Barbara and Jacqueline (Keeta). The family moved to Othello, WA in 1952 and Niel worked construction on the Columbia Basin Project, bringing the first irrigation to the Basin. In 1957, he went to work for the city of Othello.

Royal turns back a pesky Wahluke squad

Royal City — The gym was packed and buzzing with excitement from supporters of both teams as the classic battle between archrivals Friday night was all one would expect it to be.

William Crosetto November 29, 1942 - January 25, 2018

William “Bill” Crosetto, 75, of Othello, Washington, passed away Jan. 25, 2018. He was born in Seattle, Washington on Nov.29, 1942. He grew up in Seattle and Bellevue.