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GoFundMe page set up for family of ML girl who attempted suicide

MOSES LAKE - A GoFundMe page has been established to benefit the family of a Moses Lake girl who was in serious condition Thursday evening at Seattle Children's Hospital.

Wanted suspects nabbed near Othello

OTHELLO — Three wanted suspects with warrants out for their arrest were nabbed after a pursuit and search near Othello on Wednesday.

New apartments

Fast fruit to China, via Grant County

MOSES LAKE — Sometimes speed is of the essence.

Special hunt permit results online

The special hunt permit results are online, as this column last week noted the results would be out soon. The easiest way to check the results is to go to the Fish and Wildlife website.

Immigration fails, Newhouse not happy

WASHINGTON D.C. — The U.S. House of Representatives voted against an immigration compromise bill on Wednesday and Fourth Congressional District Rep. Dan Newhouse, R-Yakima, believes there is “political posturing” at play with regard to issues surrounding immigration.

Royal's Christensen ends his career with style

ROYAL City - Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway topped off a Hall of Fame career with a storybook ending that’s tough to top, riding off into the sunset after winning a Super Bowl and the Super Bowl most valuable player.

Gulls' day out

Spuds score five runs in the seventh to beat Spokane

BOISE, Idaho — What goes around comes around and the Central Washington Spuds were able to turn the table to win their first game of the AAA American Legion tournament in Boise, Idaho on Thursday with a 5-4 win over the Spokane Bandits.

Ephrata overpass closure might be two days

EPHRATA — Ephrata city officials are hoping to keep the closure to one day, but the closure of the SR 282 overpass has been announced for two days.

Seahawks linebacker Griffin co-grand marshal for Special Olympics

SEATTLE — Seahawks rookie linebacker Shaquem Griffin will be a co-Grand Marshal leading the Parade of Athletes for the 50th annual Special Olympics USA Games Sunday at Husky Stadium.

Naatus receives degree 20 years later

E-mail from Cheryl

General stuff about noxious weeds, part 2

You may recall from our first chapter that in 1974 the Federal Noxious Weed Act codified and defined noxious weeds at the federal level. Following this example, each state then further categorized and refined the meaning of noxious weeds for their specific goals.

MRJ-90 takes demo flight

MOSES LAKE — The biannual Farnborough International Airshow is a big deal in the aviation world, the kind of event where manufacturers show off their new wares and major deals are announced. The Mitsubishi Aircraft Corporation will be taking its proposed regional passenger jets – currently undergoing testing and development in Moses Lake – to the show, and gave aviation media and Japanese media a preview Wednesday and Thursday.

Pita Pit serves it up fresh in Moses Lake

The Pita Pit Corporation has a cookie-cutter approach, if you will, creating its restaurants with similar design and business format. But owner Pam Leseman says her operations in Ephrata and now Moses Lake have their own unique style.

The wear on everyday silverware

A couple of years ago, I overheard a conversation between my sister-in-law, Kris, and my wife, Jeanne. They were talking about china patterns.

Legals June 29, 2018

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE MOSES LAKE CITY COUNCIL CRYPTOCURRENCY MINING OPERATIONS MORATORIUM 7:00 P.M. ON TUESDAY, JULY 10, 2018 MOSES LAKE CIVIC CENTER 401 S BALSAM ST MOSES LAKE, WA 98837 The City Council of the City of Moses Lake invites all interested parties to attend a Public Hearing on July 10, 2018, at 7:00 p.m. to offer testimony on the City's Cryptocurrency Mining Operations Moratorium. Interested persons may provide testimony either in writing or by appearing at the Public Hearing. All questions should be directed to the Community Development Director/Deputy City Manager, Gilbert Alvarado, at 509-764-3712. Written comments can be sent to the City Council prior to the Public Hearing, Attn: City Clerk, at the Civic Center, 401 S Balsam St, Moses Lake, WA, 98837 or via email dburke@cityofml. #06041/204867 Pub: June 29, 2018

Quality eye care meets big city lab capability – right here in Othello Eye Care Lab with extended hours now open

OTHELLO — Those who wear corrective eyeglasses know that the process is seldom instant. But receiving superior quality prescription glasses after an exam just became a whole lot easier and more efficient. Eye Care patients will now be able to expect the same exceptional quality in lens production that they’ve come to expect in eye exams from CBHA’s highly trained opticians.

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Passenger vehicle collides with bus

Grant County Fair manager resigns

MOSES LAKE — The Grant County Commissioners will take over interim oversight of the Grant County Fairgrounds after the resignation of manager Mickey Webb.

2 injured in passing collision near George Wednesday

GEORGE — Two people were injured on Wednesday near George after a driver attempted to pass another vehicle.

Bill to protect salmon from sea lions passes U.S. House

WASHINGTON D.C. — A bill designed to curb sea lions preying on at-risk fish populations on the Columbia River passed through the U.S. House of Representatives on Tuesday.

Keepers of the flame

Cruz has one more football game

SPOKANE — He’s got one more, uno mas.

Seager 9th inning HR helps Mariners beat Orioles 8-7 in 11

BALTIMORE (AP) — Denard Span hit a tiebreaking sacrifice fly in the 11th inning after Kyle Seager delivered a two-run homer in the ninth, and the Seattle Mariners beat the Orioles 8-7 Wednesday night to move within a victory of an unprecedented four-game sweep in Baltimore.

Thank you, Moses Lake School Board

At their last meeting, the Moses Lake School Board authorized a land purchase in the amount of $1.4 million for 6 acres of land adjacent to Moses Lake High School. This purchase was made to address concerns that first responders would have difficulty reaching the high school in the event of an emergency. The issue with current traffic access via Sharon Avenue is that there aren’t enough lanes of traffic for the number of students and teachers at the high school. This land purchase allows the school district to substantially increase access without paving a completely new road or expanding any existing roads.

Valdez, Signorelli named to the 4A Baseball All-State Team

The honors continue to roll in for the Moses Lake baseball team, which returned to the 4A state baseball tournament for the first time since 2015.

Kindness to all

Here I am whirling around in philanthropy care in the Tri-Cities for the Corvettes in the Columbia annual fundraiser, graduation party, then Seattle for another graduation party and to help with the children co-op programs and Refit breast cancer awareness, to come home to a thank-you letter from the U.S. President and getting ready to volunteer for the Presbyterian vacation Bible study, only to hear the news of a 13-year-old child committing suicide.

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Moses Lake makes July, August water conservation months

MOSES LAKE — The months of July and August are now mandatory water conservation months in Moses Lake.

Still more hunting prep tips

This is the last in a series about preparing for hunting season.

Sylvia Hammond is what our district needs

I hope you’ll join me in supporting Sylvia Hammond for State Representative, 13th Legislative District. Our district, now more than ever, needs Sylvia to represent us. With a background as a farmer, a teacher and a volunteer, she has walked in many of our shoes; she will work tirelessly to address the needs of all the individuals and families in the 13th Legislative District. She’s been part of this community for the past 38 years; she knows our lifestyles and needs.

How many more will it take?

How many more children have to be bullied and or commit suicide before those who are supposed to say they know what’s best wake up and do what needs to be done? These bullies tell the ones they don’t like to just go kill themselves and the world will be better off without them or that once they kill themselves they’ll be in a better place and happier.

Legals June 28, 2018

STATE OF WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CHANGE/TRANSFER OF WATER RIGHT UNDER ONE (1) GROUND WATER CERTIFICATE TAKE NOTICE: That Clark Kagele, Kagele Family Farms LLC of Odessa, WA haS made application for change/transfer of water right in order to change/transfer a portion of the place of use and add one point of withdrawal as granted under Ground Water Certificate No. 5949-A. That Ground Water Certificate NO. 5949-A authorizes the withdrawal of 1100 gallons per minute, 1320 acre-feet per year, for irrigation of 480 acres. That the authorized point of withdrawal is from a well within the SW1/4SE1/4 of Section 15, T.20 N., R. 32 E.W.M. That the authorized place of use is within the W1/2 of Section 15 and the NW1/4 of Section 22, T.20 N., R. 32 E.W.M. That he proposes to add one well within the SW1/4NE1/4 of Section 6, T., 20 N., R. 31 E.W.M. That he proposes to change the place of use of 240 acres to the SW1/4 of Section 15 and the NW1/4 of Section 22, T. 20 N., R. 32 E.W.M., Adams County and 240 Acres to the NW1/4, SW1/4, and the NE1/4 of Section 1, T. 20 N., R. 30 E.W.M., Grant County All within Adams and Grant County, Washington. Protests or objections to approval of this application must include a detailed statement of the basis for objections; protests must be accompanied by a fifty-($50.00) dollar recording fee and filed with the Department of Ecology, at the Address shown below, Within thirty (30) days from June 28, 2018. STATE OF WASHIGNTON DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY WATER RESOUCES PROGRAM- ERO PO BOX 47611 OLYMPIA, WA 98504-7611 #06033/201974 Pub: June 21, 28, 2018

Dan Vincent Ramsey June 1, 1948 - June 14, 2018

Dan Vincent Ramsey was born on June 1, 1948 to Anson Ramsey and Donnia Virginia Woods in Maysel, Clay County, W.V. He was one of 14 brothers and sisters.

Fire chars buildings on Airway Drive in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE — A fire in Moses Lake burned several outbuildings on Airway Drive in Moses Lake early Wednesday morning.

New PUD 'emerging industries' rate class proposed

EPHRATA — Grant County PUD customers will have the opportunity to give their opinion on a proposed new rate class for “emerging industries” at the July 10 PUD commission meeting. The public hearing is scheduled during the business meeting, which starts at 1 p.m.

New sculpture installed at Othello High School

OTHELLO — A new piece of art has been installed on the Othello High School campus that is meant to represent “the lifeblood of the region.”

Othello school superintendent contract renewed

OTHELLO — Othello School District superintendent Chris Hurst was rehired for the 2018-19 school on a 3-1 vote of the Othello School Board.

Pair from Puyallup indicted in U.S. District Court

SPOKANE — Following an investigation by the U.S. Secret Service, a man and woman from western Washington who were arrested in Moses Lake in April after passing fake bills at several local businesses are now facing federal charges.

Seager HR, 3 RBIs lift Mariners past Orioles 3-2

BALTIMORE (AP) — Nelson Cruz wasn't available, so Kyle Seager assumed the role of big bopper for the Seattle Mariners.

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Legals June 27, 2018

NOTICE OF AUGUST 7, 2018 PRIMARY ELECTION The last date to register online, through the mail, transfer or update an existing registration is Monday, July 9th. First time voters can register in person until 4:30 pm Monday, July 28th at the Adams County Auditor's Office, 210 W Broadway Ave., Ritzville. Adams County is a vote by mail county. A ballot will be mailed to each active registered voter in Adams County July 18-20, 2018. Please contact the Adams County Auditor's Office at 509-659-3249 if you did not receive a ballot or you need a replacement ballot. Voters requiring assistance: Election ballots, registration forms, voting assistance for elderly and disabled persons, Spanish language and other election and voter registration information are available at the Adams County Auditor's Office; you may call 509.659.3249, or visit www.co.adams.wa.us Persons can also register to vote online at www.vote.wa.gov The August 7, 2018 ballot will include: Federal Offices: United States U.S. Senator - Partisan Office- 6 Year Term Congressional District 4 US Representative - Partisan Office- 2 Year Term State Offices: Legislative District 9 State Representative Pos. 1 - Partisan Office- 2 Year Term Legislative District 9 State Representative Pos. 2 - Partisan Office- 2 Year Term County Offices: Assessor - Partisan Office- 4 Year Term Auditor - Partisan Office- 4 Year Term Clerk - Partisan Office- 4 Year Term County Commissioner District 3 - Partisan Office- 4 Year Short/Full Term Prosecutor - Partisan Office- 4 Year Term Sheriff - Partisan Office- 4 Year Term Treasurer - Partisan Office- 4 Year Term Precinct Committee Officer - Partisan Office- 2 Year Term Ritzville Rural SE Proposition No. 1 Submitted by Adams County Park and Recreation District No. 3 - Lind Maintenance and Operation Levy $65,000, an estimated $0.24 per one thousand dollars of assessed valuation for maintenance and operation of the Lind Swimming Pool for the year 2019 Proposition No. 1 Submitted by Adams County Park and Recreation District No. 4 - Ritzville Maintenance and Operation Levy $130,000, an estimated $0.36 per one thousand dollars of assessed valuation for maintenance and operation of the Ritzville Water Park for the year 2019 The Canvassing Board of Adams County will meet at the following times in the Adams County Auditor's Office at 210 W. Broadway Ave Ste 200, Ritzville: Wednesday, July 18th at 10:00 am - logic and accuracy test Tuesday, August 7th at 8:00 pm Monday, August 13th at 2:00 pm Wednesday, August 15th 11:00 am Monday, August 20th 2:00 pm Tuesday, August 21th at 2:00 pm- the official certification will be signed at this meeting These meetings are open to the public. Dated at Ritzville, Washington, this 21th day of June, 2018. Heidi K. Hunt, County Auditor of Adams County and Ex-officio Supervisor of Elections. #06012/202772 Pub: June 27, 2018

Legals June 27, 2018

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY JUVENILE DIVISION In the Welfare of: ) CAUSE NO: 18-7-00128-0 DANIEL T. WOLFE ) ) NOTICE AND SUMMONS DOB: 02/26/2008 ) BY PUBLICATION (DEPENDENCY) Minor Child _____________________________ TO: UNKNOWN FATHER and anyone claiming a paternal interest. A DEPENDENCY Petition was filed on March 30, 2018. A Fact Finding hearing will be held July 24, 2018 at 1:30 a.m., at Grant County Superior 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 22 day of June , 2018, By:s/ Shannon Collins Deputy Clerk. #07009/203743 Pub: June 27, 2018 & July 3, 11, 2018

Intoxicated man allegedly makes death threats, fires gun

MATTAWA — K-9 Grizzly came up big for the Grant County Sheriff’s Office on Wednesday after he was able to sniff out a gun that was used by an intoxicated male who allegedly made death threats and fired the weapon.

Samaritan ER operation undergoing adjustment

MOSES LAKE — Ongoing adjustments to treatment options in Samaritan Hospital’s emergency room was a topic of conversation at the regular meeting of the hospital commissioners June 19.

Ephrata water project hits major intersection next week

EPHRATA — The project to replace a main water line through downtown Ephrata will reach a major intersection next Monday, and drivers should be prepared for detours and delays. With any luck the intersection will only be closed for one day, said city manager Wes Crago.

Lois Norene Price

July 11, 1935 – June 21, 2018

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Frederick Martin Alexander

September 14, 1944 – June 18, 2018

Doing jus-tice to a French dip sandwich

I’ve always been partial to a French dip sandwich. The toasty bread piled high with perfectly cooked meat, sometimes topped with a slice of melted Swiss cheese. Trouble is, not everyone does it well, or the same way. I recall one place serving theirs on a chunk of a rustic baguette. You had to dip it into the jus to be able to sink your teeth into it. There was the place that cooked their own meat, but it was so overcooked that the shreds they served on the bun were chalky dry; the jus they served was the actual juice from the cooking pan, which was mighty tasty. Some places use deli sliced roast beef. The place that served it on the baguette mentioned above scorched it to death on a flat-top grill. It should have been there just long enough to heat through. Another place dipped the serving of beef into a pot of jus to warm it up before placing it on the bread.

4 ML softball players named to 4A All-State

MOSES LAKE — The six-time Columbia Basin Big Nine league champion Moses Lake softball team, which won back-to-back district titles this season, received a little recognition from the Washington State Softball Coaches Association.

Othello star Alix Garcia getting married, then off to play Big 12 ball at Oklahoma State

OTHELLO — As the bumper sticker goes, “When one door closes, another one opens. But those hallways are a drag.”

Group sees reform, accountability in farm checkoff programs

MOSES LAKE — A number of U.S. farm groups are backing an effort to reform federal crop promotion and research programs — also called checkoff programs — as part of the 2018 Farm Bill.

Laws for fireworks vary around Grant County

MOSES LAKE — It’s almost that time of the year for fireworks to stream across the Columbia Basin sky, but before you decide to light off your favorite firework, you might want to check and see what is and isn’t allowed in your area.

Walleyes give up big lead early

MOSES LAKE — Eastmont hit six runs in the first three innings and the Central Washington Walleyes never did get things back on track during Monday night’s 8-3 AA American Legion loss at Larson Playfield.

Anthony Vasquez re-sentenced for Airport Grocery murder

MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake man who was previously sentenced to life in prison for shooting and killing a man in Moses Lake in 2013 was sentenced to 55 years in prison following a decision by the state court of appeals.

Thanks to the schedule, Mariners seem back on track after 5-3 victory over Orioles

BALTIMORE — If you play the schedule game, and everybody loves to the play the schedule game — not just sports-talk radio hosts — the upcoming stretch of the games should be beneficial for the Mariners, who spent the past 10 games playing the Red Sox and Yankees.

West Coast League's roots come Back to the Basin 

WENATCHEE — The more I’m around Columbia Basin baseball, the more I am impressed with this hotbed of local talent. Everywhere you look, the connection somehow comes Back to the Basin.

Fast hands

Shots fired in Moses Lake early Monday morning

MOSES LAKE — Police in Moses Lake are investigating an early Monday morning non-injury shooting incident.

Legals June 26, 2018

PUBLIC NOTICE WeHash Technology, Paul Lum, 5803 Patton Blvd NE Moses Lake, WA 98837, is seeking coverage under the Washington State Department of Ecology's Construction Stormwater NPDES and State Waste Discharge General Permit. The proposed project, WeHash Data Center, is located at 935 SE RD L.4 in Moses Lake in Grant county. This project involves 1.75 acres of soil disturbance for Industrial, Utilities construction activities. The receiving waterbody is USBR Wastewater RCD 8. Any persons desiring to present their views to the Washington State Department of Ecology regarding this Application, or interested in Ecology's action on this Application, may notify Ecology in writing no later than 30 days of the last date of publication of this notice. Ecology reviews public comments and considers whether discharges from this project would cause a measurable change in receiving water quality, and, if so, whether the project is necessary and in the overriding public interest according to Tier II antidegradation requirements under WAC 173-201A-320. Comments can be submitted to: Department of Ecology Attn: Water Quality Program, Construction Stormwater P.O. Box 47696, Olympia, WA 98504-7696 #07007/203345 Pub: June 26, 2018 & July 7, 2018

Teachers union collective bargaining session open to the public in Royal City

ROYAL CITY — This Wednesday’s collective bargaining negotiation session for Royal City school teachers is from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Royal High School library, 955 Ahlers Rd., Royal City.

Quilt class scheduled for Old Hotel & Art Gallery

OTHELLO — A quilting class for children who want to participate in the Row By Row project is scheduled for the week of July 17 at the Old Hotel Art Gallery in Othello. It’s part of a statewide, and even national and international, quilting project. Art gallery director Jenn Stevenson said all Row By Row participants have directions and patterns for project quilts. There’s one project for adults, a second for children.

AppleSox win 2 of 3 in Port Angeles

PORT ANGELES — The Wenatchee AppleSox won the rubber game of the three-game series in Port Angeles on Sunday, taking a one-run game 8-7.

Masterpiece in the making

Appeals court upholds convictions for vehicle thief/trespasser

SPOKANE — The Washington Court of Appeals, Division 3, has upheld the convictions of a man who was caught trespassing at the home of a police officer’s parents near Royal City.

River Dogs White make strong showing at Palouse Summer Series

PULLMAN — With the Columbia Basin River Dogs select team selections right around the corner on July 2, members of the River Dog White team made a strong showing in finishing second in their pool at the Palouse Summer Series this past weekend with a 3-1 record.

County to conduct ballot counting test

EPHRATA — Grant County elections officials will be conducting a test run of their election equipment this Thursday, June 28.

Quincy woman injured after car strikes boulder

MATTAWA — A Quincy woman was injured in an early Friday morning collision near Mattawa after her car struck a boulder.

Legals June 25, 2018

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD July 10, 2018 at 8:45 a.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata, WA to consider a budget extension request in the amount of $22,049.45 from the Central Services Department for the following: Quality Paving change order for the repairs of parking lot "C" and "G"; Cooling valve replacement in the air handling unit at the Law and Justice Bldg.; Micro processing control board for the chiller at the Law and Justice Bldg. Any interested persons may appear regarding these matters. Barbara J. Vasquez, CMC Administrative Assistant & Clerk of the Board Grant County Commissioners #07006/202821 Pub: June 25, 2018 & July 2, 2018

The excitement of the rodeo

Have you ever been to a rodeo? Getting asked what my favorite rodeo is, and what my favorite events are, is quite normal when someone finds out my family and I rodeo. To me those are easy questions, but also really tough. I have been to some pretty amazing rodeos. Rodeos that really showcase the athletic ability of the cowboys and animals. Out of all the rodeos in the Pacific Northwest, my favorite rodeo is the Pendleton Roundup. There is not another rodeo like it in the whole wide world. The Pendleton Roundup rodeo is held on the high school football field in Pendleton, Oregon. The Pendleton Roundup has been held on grass for 107 years and the rodeo has shown significant growth. Last year they added women’s breakaway to the rodeo. The town shuts down for the rodeo. It’s not uncommon to see a world champion cowboy and his horses walking down the same sidewalk as you.

River Dog Blue shows moxie

EPHRATA — Despite a summer of players bouncing back and forth within the organization, players missing games because of graduation, basketball camps or other excused absences, the Columbia Basin River Dog Blue team still had enough competitive edge to go out and win the High Desert Classic on Sunday at Johnson-O’Brien Stadium.

Longtime Warden police sergeant retires

WARDEN — Longtime Warden Police Sergeant Mike Martin is retiring.

Firefighters gain upper hand on Vantage fire

VANTAGE — Firefighters battling the large “Milepost 22 Fire” north of Vantage were able to get the upper hand on the large blaze over the weekend.

Microsoft, Second Harvest food bank comes to Quincy

QUINCY — Volunteers repackaged and distributed about 11,600 pounds of food to families in Quincy June 20, the latest stop in a monthly food distribution co-sponsored by Second Harvest in Spokane and the Microsoft data center in Quincy. Other eastern Washington organizations are partnering with Second Harvest to sponsor food distributions, including some in Quincy.

Annual rubber duck derby feathers Boys and Girls Club's nests

MOSES LAKE — Rubber ducky was certainly the one on Saturday, as the annual Duck Derby filled Cascade Park with kids, noise and fun.

Marco Gonzales can only match Chris Sale for so long as Mariners get blanked by Red Sox

BOSTON — The obvious realization came in the first few at-bats of the game: This wasn’t going to be one of those days where Chris Sale gets beat.

Royal SummerFest offering All-American celebration

ROYAL CITY — Grab your golf clubs and your beer stein because it’s time for the Royal City SummerFest.

State Patrol's 'Slow Down, Move Over' emphasis begins today

OLYMPIA — The Washington State Patrol is conducting a statewide “Slow Down, Move Over” emphasis over the weekend.

The mysteries of heaven in two cats

I looked out the window this morning. Trees revealed a gentle breeze. The sky was overcast, a continuous stretch of same-greyness, wonderfully and masterfully dappled by God’s own brush. Then came a small, slender, slinking figure into view. One of the neighborhood cats.

Hospital stays were news in 1950

E-mail from Cheryl

Early-morning Coffee with a Cop in Quincy

QUINCY — It’s a little thing, the concern about the timing of a Nixle message.

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Ephrata police receive state accreditation

EPHRATA — The Ephrata Police have become only the second law enforcement agency in Grant County to be accredited by the Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs (WASPC).

Geraldine 'Gerry' Kay Scheib

June 26, 1940 – June 12, 2018

Mind over machine

MOSES LAKE — The programming was not quite precise enough. Oh, the robot finished the course all right, but it rolled outside the course boundaries, incurring a time penalty.

Lewis Howard Zundel

August 16, 1935 – May 9, 2018

Noxious weed life cycles

Noxious weeds can be annual, biennial or perennial plants. The plant life cycle is an important consideration when deciding how to best control noxious weeds.

Colville Fuels Half-Sun Travel Plaza humming along

MOSES LAKE — It’s been a little over 15 months since the Confederated Tribes of the Colville opened Colville Fuels Half-Sun Travel Plaza of the southwest corner of South Wanapum Drive and West Lakeshore Drive.

Grants benefit Moses Lake park, police department

MOSES LAKE — Two grants totaling over $130,000 from the Paul Lauzier Foundation were recently received by the city of Moses Lake and will be used to improve one of the city’s parks, as well as the police department.

Legals June 22, 2018

CITY OF QUINCY REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS CITY ATTORNEY SERVICES Due Date: July 13, 2018 The City of Quincy is accepting proposals for contracted City Attorney services. Proposals are due to the City Clerk's Office by 5:00pm on July 13, 2018. The City seeks services encompassing the traditional scope of work including legal counsel, opinions, consultation and coordination with special counsel. Attendance at Council meetings is required. Attendance at various other meetings may be required occasionally. This position will not include prosecuting services. For a copy of the RFQ package, refer to the City website (www.quincywashington.us) or call City Hall at (509) 787-3523 ext. 202. Delivery: Proposals may be mailed or hand-delivered to the City of Quincy, City Clerk, PO Box 338, 115 1st Avenue SW, Quincy, WA 98848. Minimum Qualifications: 1. Each attorney in the proposed team must possess a Juris Doctorate degree and have graduated from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association. 2. Each attorney in the proposed team must be a member in good standing of the Washington State Bar Association. The selected firm will be required to declare that it will represent the City to the exclusion of all other clients having potential conflicts with the interests of the City. 3. The proposed designated City Attorney should have a minimum of five years of experience in the field of general municipal law, with particular experience in land use, public works construction, public disclosure, personnel issues, public utilities, contract development and interpretation, and police matters desired. 4. Extensive knowledge of federal, state, and municipal statutes, case law, regulations and policies relevant to municipal government in areas of civil, land use, and administrative law; of legal procedures; and of courtroom procedures. The City of Quincy reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, waive technicalities or irregularities, and to accept any proposal if such action is believed to be in the best interest of the City. #06025/199742 Pub: June 15, 22, 2018

Big Bend women's basketball to hold camp in July

MOSES LAKE — Big Bend women’s basketball will try to impart some of the skills that led the team to the NWAC Tournament semifinals during a camp in July.

Annual Othello Lions Club Auction a success

OTHELLO — The Othello Lions Club hosted their annual dinner and auction last week, raising close to $8,000.

Message from Fish and Wildlife

The following message was received from Fish and Wildlife Tuesday while checking for the special hunt permit results. We are still in the waiting game, but it is now clear how the drawing works and why the draws and validation process is a time-consuming event. Read on.

AppleSox coach thinks Hunter Boyd has the stuff to pitch at the next level

WENATCHEE — It seems like Hunter Boyd has spent a lifetime in one dugout or another over the course of his illustrious baseball career. Lately he’s been living in his uniform and sleeping on the bus playing for the Wenatchee AppleSox of the West Coast League, but he wouldn’t have it any other way

AppleSox lose series finale to Sweets

WENATCHEE — The AppleSox lost their series finale to the Sweets 10-4.

Judge, Andujar HR, Yankees top Mariners 4-3 for 3-game sweep

NEW YORK (AP) — Aaron Judge and Miguel Andujar hit two-run homers off James Paxton in the first inning that sent the New York Yankees over the Seattle Mariners 4-3 Thursday for a three-game sweep.

Thief steals car with kids inside

OTHELLO — Othello police are searching for a thief who stole a vehicle that had two children inside over the weekend. The children were not harmed, but the suspect is still on the run.

State fire fighting assistance approved for wildfire near Vantage

VANTAGE — A large wildfire that broke out near Vantage in Kittitas County Wednesday night prompted the mobilization of state fire fighting resources.

Former Moses Lake officer helps stop suicide

SPOKANE — A Spokane County deputy and former Moses Lake officer is credited with de-escalating a situation involving a suicidal male near Medical Lake earlier this week.

Accidental drowning found to be cause of woman's death

COULEE CITY — The death of a Wenatchee woman at Park Lake last week appears to have been a result of accidental drowning.

Ducks in a row

MOSES LAKE — Aaaand, they’re off! The ducks will be racing to the finish line – okay, all right, they’ll be floating to the finish line – in the annual Duck Derby from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at Cascade Park. The Duck Derby is a fundraiser for the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Columbia Basin.

Courthouse security additions a wise move

Visitors to the Grant County Courthouse and Sheriff’s Office now have added security with a metal detector and bag X-ray. Monday was the first day the new measures were put into place.

Rotarians stuff bus to help New Hope shelter

MOSES LAKE — It takes a lot of diapers to keep an emergency shelter going.

Make sure you exercise your right to vote

I have visited almost every community in our 13th District, from Easton to Royal, Wilbur to Mattawa. The 13th District is a great place, but we can work on increasing the number of registered voters.

George E. Black

June 16, 1932 – June 3, 2018

Sasquatch exhibit opens Friday at museum

MOSES LAKE — So. Is there something in the woods? Some big semi-hominid creature that’s possibly been seen but definitely never been captured? That’s the question posed by a new exhibit at the Moses Lake Museum & Art Center.

Chief for a Day

Getting in tune with nature

There is an underlying cadence, a rhythm if you will, that I believe has been carefully interwoven into the world that we find ourselves. You can say the heartbeat of nature was placed there by God. Or by the universe. You can say it came from wherever you please. I’m not a scientist. Or a philosopher or theologian who has all the answers and can summon facts at the drop of a hat to support my stance. I came to my conclusion on my own and believe that when we truly immerse ourselves, when we tap into the natural beauty around us that we can, as Ralph Waldo Emerson says, “adopt the pace of nature” and use that experience to inform our everyday lives.

Legals June 21, 2018

STATE OF WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CHANGE/TRANSFER OF WATER RIGHT UNDER ONE (1) GROUND WATER CERTIFICATE TAKE NOTICE: That Clark Kagele, Kagele Family Farms LLC of Odessa, WA haS made application for change/transfer of water right in order to change/transfer a portion of the place of use and add one point of withdrawal as granted under Ground Water Certificate No. 5949-A. That Ground Water Certificate NO. 5949-A authorizes the withdrawal of 1100 gallons per minute, 1320 acre-feet per year, for irrigation of 480 acres. That the authorized point of withdrawal is from a well within the SW1/4SE1/4 of Section 15, T.20 N., R. 32 E.W.M. That the authorized place of use is within the W1/2 of Section 15 and the NW1/4 of Section 22, T.20 N., R. 32 E.W.M. That he proposes to add one well within the SW1/4NE1/4 of Section 6, T., 20 N., R. 31 E.W.M. That he proposes to change the place of use of 240 acres to the SW1/4 of Section 15 and the NW1/4 of Section 22, T. 20 N., R. 32 E.W.M., Adams County and 240 Acres to the NW1/4, SW1/4, and the NE1/4 of Section 1, T. 20 N., R. 30 E.W.M., Grant County All within Adams and Grant County, Washington. Protests or objections to approval of this application must include a detailed statement of the basis for objections; protests must be accompanied by a fifty-($50.00) dollar recording fee and filed with the Department of Ecology, at the Address shown below, Within thirty (30) days from June 28, 2018. STATE OF WASHIGNTON DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY WATER RESOUCES PROGRAM- ERO PO BOX 47611 OLYMPIA, WA 98504-7611 #06033/201974 Pub: June 21, 28, 2018

Seahawks receiver one of four finalists for Muhammad Ali Sports Humanitarian Award

For those who want their athletes to “stick to sports,” who criticize outspoken, socially conscious NFL players to “do something more than talk,” this one’s for you.

Stanton hits walk-off HR, Yankees rally past Mariners 7-5

NEW YORK (AP) — Giancarlo Stanton lined a two-run homer with two outs in the bottom of the ninth inning, and the New York Yankees erased a five-run deficit to beat the Seattle Mariners 7-5 on Wednesday night.

Wenatchee receives solid pitching in win over Walla Walla

WENATCHEE — Troy Stainbrook struck out the side in the ninth and the AppleSox beat the Sweets 3-1.

Othello Youth Baseball Team headed for Colorado

OTHELLO — Following their big win at the Triple Crown Father’s Day Slug Fest held in Tri-Cities, youth baseball team, O-Town Bombers, will be heading to the big dance in Steamboat Springs, Colorado to play in the Triple Crown World Series tournament.

Washington AD Jen Cohen on department culture, her hiring matrix, Mike Hopkins' job interview and learning from Chris Petersen

Just as there are hot coaches, so are there hot athletic directors. In two years on the job, Washington’s Jen Cohen has produced a sizzling string of successes:

More hunting preparation suggestions

Head to the shooting range

West Nile found in Grant County

MOSES LAKE — West Nile virus has returned to Grant County.

Scenes from Quincy High School's 2018 graduation ceremony

'Coffee with a Cop' scheduled for Thursday in Quincy

QUINCY — If you’ve got some extra time Thursday morning and want to learn about what law enforcement in Quincy is doing, then you might want to check out the Quincy Police Department’s “Coffee with a Cop” event.

Susie Elisabeth Koehn

March 8, 1922 – June 16, 2018

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Moses Lake Police Department

Smokiam Equestrian Team wins reigning competition

MOSES LAKE — Callie Guenther of the Smokiam Equestrian Team won the reigning competition over the weekend at the Pacific Northwest Invitational Regional Finals at Grant County Fairgrounds.

Wylie 'Butch' Homesley

August 26, 1937 – June 13, 2018

AG asking for stories of family separation policy

WASHINGTON D.C. — The Trump administration's “zero tolerance” immigration policy has ignited a firestorm of controversy over the past couple of days and Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson is seeking Washingtonians who have been impacted by the child separation component of the policy to share their stories.

Quilt class at Old Hotel

OTHELLO — A quilting class for children who want to participate in the Row By Row project is scheduled for the week of July 17 at the Old Hotel Art Gallery in Othello. It’s part of a statewide, and even national and international, quilting project.

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Samaritan Hospital

State trooper rear-ended near Quincy

QUINCY — A trooper was rear-ended by a pickup truck in a construction zone near Quincy early Tuesday morning.

Teacher support focus of Warden discussion

WARDEN — Teacher training, the roles of teachers, teacher support and administrators were topics of discussion during a presentation on curriculum at the regular Warden School Board meeting June 14.

Legals June 20, 2018

CITY OF OTHELLO REQUEST FOR GASOLINE AND DIESEL FUEL PROPOSALS The City of Othello is requesting proposals for purchase of gasoline and diesel fuel for all City vehicles and equipment for a three-year contract with an optional one year extension. Proposal packets may be obtained from the City Clerk at City Hall, 500 E. Main Street, Othello, WA 99344 or phone 509-488-5686. Bid opening is set for Thursday, July 26, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. Rebecca P. Ozuna City Clerk #06003/193341 Pub: June 13, 20, 2018

Legals June 20, 2018

NOTICE TO BIDDERS Sealed bids will be received by the Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County at 154 A Street SE Ephrata, Washington 98823 no later than 2:00 P.M. on July 02, 2018 for Supplying Fiber Optic Cable as more fully described in Contract Documents 170-08553. On the above date, the Bids will be opened and read aloud at the District's Office located at 154 A Street SE, Ephrata, Washington 98823. All bids shall be subject to and shall comply with the "Instructions to Bidders" contained in the Contract Documents, copies of which are available at our e-Bid site www.ebidexchange.com/gcpud/. When reaching this site you will need to register as a new vendor if you are not already on our electronic vendor system. Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County, Washington By: Patrick Bishop Procurement Officer #06028/201129 Pub: June 20, 2018

Big Bend hires Jose Tanguma, Ryan Foster to lead wrestling programs

MOSES LAKE — Big Bend Community College has found its wrestling coaches for the upcoming school year.

CW Spuds split with Kennewick Outlaws

MOSES LAKE — Central Washington’s bats arrived in Game 2 and the Spuds were able to split with the Kennewick Outlaws, losing the opener 10-1 before winning the night cap 12-2.

Spokane runs away from River Dogs

EPHRATA — Tristan Garland made a spectacular over-the-shoulder, diving catch in the left-center power alley to deny an extra base hit. Austin White pitched his way out of a jam with runners on first and third and no outs without giving up a run. Zac Berryman drove in a run with a hard hit ball to the right side.

SHOC awarded Rural Community Grant

SPOKANE — Northwest Farm Credit Services is proud to award Strengthening the Heart of Our Community (SHOC) in Royal City a $500 Northwest FCS Rural Community Grant. 

AppleSox lose to the Sweets

WENATCHEE — Jake Taylor homered for the first time this season, but Wenatchee lost to the Walla Walla Sweets 7-3.

Yanks back stellar German with 4 HRs, beat Mariners 7-2

NEW YORK (AP) — In their first road test against baseball’s top team, the upstart Seattle Mariners were no match for the Yankees’ pitching and power.

Group trying to bring NHL franchise to Seattle hires former Coyotes coach Dave Tippett

Dave Tippett once stepped in to replace Wayne Gretzky. He played alongside and remains good friends with Mario Lemieux.

Scenes from Moses Lake Christian Academy's 2018 graduation ceremony

Account set up for local girl's family

MOSES LAKE — A GoFundMe page has been set up to help pay funeral and other expenses for the family of a 13-year-old Moses Lake girl who died Sunday. Valerie Bashaw committed suicide; according to the GoFundMe page set up by her dance teacher.

Grant County installs metal detector, X-ray machine

EPHRATA — People heading to court or needing to pay a visit to the Grant County Sheriff will now have to pass through a metal detector and get their bags X-rayed.

Getting hooked on homemade 'cracker crack'

A few years back some friends introduced my wife and me to a saltine cracker seasoning mix they had made up. The crackers had a bit of an oily feel, but that was overshadowed by the savory/spicy flavor we were tasting. The cracker retained its crispy crunch, but had a bit of a translucent look, and the spices were visible all over the surface. We liked them a lot, and if I recall correctly, I may have hovered over the bowl eating a few more than my fair share. In fact, we jokingly called the seasoning “cracker crack,” because we couldn’t get enough of them.

Big Bend nursing grads recognized with ceremony

MOSES LAKE — The 16 nurses graduating from Big Bend Community College were recognized in a pinning ceremony Saturday night.

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Moses Lake Police Department

Jessie Juanita (Deweber) Mullin

April 14, 1932 – June 12, 2018

BBCC students earn GEDs

MOSES LAKE — It was a night of new beginnings last Wednesday as 129 students walked the stage and earned their General Equivalency Diploma (GED) at Big Bend Community College.

Marilyn Kay Jennings

September 15, 1932 – June 15, 2018

Legals June 19, 2018

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY JUVENILE DIVISION In the Welfare of: ) CASE NO: 18-7-00104-2 DESTIN C. HUMPHREY ) ) NOTICE AND SUMMONS DOB: 09/11/2014 ) BY PUBLICATION (DEPENDENCY) Minor Child ________________________ TO: ANTHONY MORRIS and anyone claiming a paternal interest. A DEPENDENCY Petition was filed on March 13, 2018. A Fact Finding hearing will be held July 10, 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 31 day of May , 2018, By: /s/ Shannon Collins Deputy Clerk. #060016/197284 Pub: June 5, 12, 19, 2018

MLHS grad Boyd handed no decision in AppleSox loss to Falcons

WENATCHEE — Hunter Boyd (1-1, ERA 5.55) of Moses Lake pitched into the fourth inning of Monday night’s West Coast League game against Kelowna, striking out three of the first four batters faced in the rubber game of the Wenatchee AppleSox (4-7) first home series of the season against the Falcons.

Cashmere Student Wins grand prize in Year of the Apple Art Contest

WENATCHEE — Cashmere High School student Eli Haney was the grand prize winner in the 23rd Annual Washington Apple Education Foundation (WAEF) Year of the Apple Art Contest sponsored by Corteva Agriscience. Haney received a check in the amount of $1,000 for his efforts and will see his artwork published on the 2019 Corteva Agriscience calendar poster. He received surprise notification at the Cashmere High School end of the year awards ceremony.

Soap Lake Chamber of Commerce Hydro Regatta results

Big Bend wrestling could be big success

Mark Poth and the Big Bend Community College powers that be could not have made a better decision than to add men’s and women’s wrestling to the athletic programs.

Oregon St. rallies after delay to beat Huskies 14-5 at CWS

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Oregon State kept things loose in the clubhouse during a weather delay that stretched to 4 ½ hours at the College World Series. Reserve outfielder Joe Casey entertained teammates by stuffing 30 pieces of gum into his mouth, a party game known as “Mafia” broke out and the tunes were cranked up.

The Carters: Farming and family bonding

ROYAL CITY — Rick and Cindy Carter came from agricultural backgrounds. Both grew up learning the first-hand ropes of farming. 

Griffin trying to fill Sherman's shoes with Seahawks

RENTON, Wash. (AP) — For the past six seasons, the Seattle Seahawks never had to worry about the player lining up on the left side of their secondary.

Royal's Michael Rojas named Gatorade Washington State Boys Soccer Player of the Year

Royal senior midfielder Michael Rojas was named the Gatorade Washington State Boys Soccer Player of the Year on Monday.

Scenes from Big Bend Community College's 2018 graduation ceremony

Flight test

Scenes from Wilson Creek High School's 2018 graduation ceremony

Scenes from Othello High School's 2018 graduation ceremony

Spokane man found guilty of murdering Moses Lake teen

SPOKANE — A Spokane man has been found guilty of murdering Moses Lake teenager Ceasar Medina in a robbery attempt at a Spokane business in 2015.

Brenda Sue Hampshire

November 10, 1962 – June 7, 2018

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Moses Lake Police Department

MLSD approves $1.4 million in land purchases

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake School Board unanimously approved the purchase of about 6 acres immediately east of Moses Lake High School for $1.4 million on Thursday.

Legals June 18, 2018

SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON, IN AND FOR GRANT COUNTY. BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, successor in interest to INTERBAY FUNDING, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. ION STEFU and CARMEN M. STEFU, husband and wife, and the Marital Community comprised thereof; and DUMITRU PINTILIE and ELENA C. PINTILIE, husband and wife, and the Marital Community comprised thereof, and Persons or Parties Unknown in Possession of or Claiming any Right, Title, Lien, or Interest in the Property Described in the Complaint herein, Defendants. Case No. 18-2-00474-4. THE STATE OF WASHINGTON TO ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANTS: You are hereby summoned to appear within sixty days after the date of the first publication of this summons, to wit, within sixty days after the 14th day of May, 2018, and defend the above-entitled action in the above-entitled court, and answer the complaint of the plaintiff, BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC, and serve a copy of your answer upon the undersigned attorneys for plaintiff, Raminta A. Rudys and Alexander J.R. Wisbey, at the office(s) stated below, and, in case of your failure so to do, judgment may be rendered against you according to the demand of the complaint, which has been filed with the clerk of the court. The complaint seeks judicial foreclosure of a deed of trust, declaratory relief, and other equitable and legal relief with respect to real property located at 2114 W. Broadway Avenue, Moses Lake, WA 98837. ASSAYAG MAUSS, LLP, Attn: Raminta A. Rudys, WSBA 48360, 2018 156th Ave. NE, Ste. 100, Bellevue, WA 98007, Phone: (425) 748-5055. HOUSER & ALLISON, APC, Attn: Alexander J. R. Wisbey, WSBA 49696, 600 University St., Ste. 1708, Seattle, WA 98101, Phone (206) 596-7838. #06001/189804 Pub: May 14, 22, 29, 2018 & June 4, 11, 18, 2018

Red Sox hit three homers to rout Mariners 9-3

SEATTLE (AP) — Rafael Devers, Jackie Bradley Jr., and Xander Bogaerts all homered and the Boston Red Sox routed the Seattle Mariners 9-3 on Sunday.

Bulldogs' walk-off win over Huskies in CWS is 3rd in 8 games

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Mississippi State’s flair for the dramatic continued in its College World Series opener.

Benton Franklin Fair & Rodeo donates $5,175

KENNEWICK — The Benton Franklin Fair & Rodeo made a recent donation of $5,175 to cancer prevention efforts in the community as part of its “Tough Enough To Wear Pink” program. The money will be shared among area hospital foundations to assist those in need in the battle against breast cancer.

Baseball roundup: Moses Lake River Dogs 4-1 in Centralia

CENTRALIA — The River Dogs nearly finished their tournament run in Centralia undefeated before a loss in the championship game to the Black Sox 8-5.

Othello product David Garza drafted by Diamondbacks in 38th round of MLB draft

PHOENIX — Former Othello standout David Garza was drafted by the Arizona Diamondbacks in the 38th round of the MLB draft.

Tough course or easy, Brooks Koepka repeats as US Open champ

SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y. (AP) — Brooks Koepka has the game to win a U.S. Open on any course.

Wenatchee loses lead in ninth, drops game to Kelowna

WENATCHEE — Kelowna scored four runs in the ninth inning to beat Wenatchee 7-5.

Warden School District patrons to be surveyed

WARDEN — The Warden School Board is looking for a new board member.

Kady and Bentley help Team Washington at the Pacific Northwest Invitational

MOSES LAKE — The cheers and screams echoed from the stands almost simultaneously to when the announcer introduced Kady Didtel and her horse Bentley as they entered the arena Friday afternoon at the Pacific Northwest Invitational at Ardell Pavilion at the Grant County Fairgrounds.

Big Bend graduates 538

MOSES LAKE — Each of the 538 graduates in the Big Bend Community College class of 2018 made it to commencement from a slightly different direction.

Racers flock to Soap Lake Regatta

SOAP LAKE — It’s a water sport, so the morning rain did little more than prime the racers and race fans at the sixth annual Soap Lake Chamber of Commerce Hydro Regatta Saturday.

Othello Museum celebrates opening

OTHELLO — The Othello Community Museum was buzzing Saturday as community members gathered to celebrate the museum’s 45th anniversary.

Fred Meise: Crop duster extraordinaire

MOSES LAKE — Fred Meise is the owner of NorthWest Ag Service, an aerial and land application company that provides crop protection in the Columbia Basin.

Soil testing continued

Today we backtrack a bit and then continue with soil testing.

3 cats on a sunlit carpet

Over the past few months, there have been changes in our household. Our daughter has temporarily moved in with us. She has a cat named Shadow, whom she rescued off the streets of Port Angeles. He is now strictly an inside-the-house cat.

Intoxicated man allegedly makes death threats, fires gun

MATTAWA — K-9 Grizzly came up big for the Grant County Sheriff’s Office on Wednesday after he was able to sniff out a gun that was used by an intoxicated male who allegedly made death threats and fired the weapon.

Sears Hometown under new ownership

MOSES LAKE — The Sears Hometown Store in downtown Moses Lake is under new management and is ready to do business.

ML restricts cryptocurrency mining

New mining operations now prohibited in all city zones

MOSES LAKE — After previously passing a 12-month prohibition on new cryptocurrency mining operations going into the majority of zones in the city, the council passed a halt Tuesday night that now prohibits new operations going into all city zones.

Into the water

Historical Society looking for volunteers

The Grant County Historical Society is looking for volunteers. Of course, the society is always looking for volunteers, but we have a special project in mind this time. The history sign located near the Chamber of Commerce office is in need of a coat of paint.

'The Cemetery Club' opens tonight at Masquers

SOAP LAKE — A play about three friends and the risks – and possible rewards – of moving on comes to the Masquers stage starting tonight. “The Cemetery Club” is scheduled for a three-weekend run.

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Moses Lake Police Department

Soap Lake Fire 100 percent contained

SOAP LAKE — Although thousands of acres and one small outbuilding were burned by the Soap Lake Fire, the outcome could have been much different and officials are crediting firefighters at the scene for keeping it from getting out of hand.

Flowers, planters stolen from local cemeteries

MOSES LAKE — It’s one of those unwritten rules in society that things left at a gravesite – like, say, flowers – should be left undisturbed. Should be undisturbed. Currently that’s a problem in Moses Lake.

Legals June 15, 2018

CITY OF QUINCY REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS CITY ATTORNEY SERVICES Due Date: July 13, 2018 The City of Quincy is accepting proposals for contracted City Attorney services. Proposals are due to the City Clerk's Office by 5:00pm on July 13, 2018. The City seeks services encompassing the traditional scope of work including legal counsel, opinions, consultation and coordination with special counsel. Attendance at Council meetings is required. Attendance at various other meetings may be required occasionally. This position will not include prosecuting services. For a copy of the RFQ package, refer to the City website (www.quincywashington.us) or call City Hall at (509) 787-3523 ext. 202. Delivery: Proposals may be mailed or hand-delivered to the City of Quincy, City Clerk, PO Box 338, 115 1st Avenue SW, Quincy, WA 98848. Minimum Qualifications: 1. Each attorney in the proposed team must possess a Juris Doctorate degree and have graduated from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association. 2. Each attorney in the proposed team must be a member in good standing of the Washington State Bar Association. The selected firm will be required to declare that it will represent the City to the exclusion of all other clients having potential conflicts with the interests of the City. 3. The proposed designated City Attorney should have a minimum of five years of experience in the field of general municipal law, with particular experience in land use, public works construction, public disclosure, personnel issues, public utilities, contract development and interpretation, and police matters desired. 4. Extensive knowledge of federal, state, and municipal statutes, case law, regulations and policies relevant to municipal government in areas of civil, land use, and administrative law; of legal procedures; and of courtroom procedures. The City of Quincy reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, waive technicalities or irregularities, and to accept any proposal if such action is believed to be in the best interest of the City. #06025/199742 Pub: June 15, 22, 2018

Results of special permit a waiting game

The deadline for submitting special hunt permit applications was midnight on May 23. Now we have a waiting game.

Xander Bogaerts' home run sends Boston past Mariners, 2-1

SEATTLE (AP) — Xander Bogaerts hit a tiebreaking home run in the sixth inning and the Boston Red Sox beat the Seattle Mariners 2-1 Thursday night for their fourth straight win.

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BC-BBO--Baseball Expanded Glance

After years of trying, Washington finally Omaha-bound

When Lindsay Meggs arrived at Washington nine years ago, he proclaimed that he wanted the Huskies to become an “Omaha program” worthy of being in the College World Series mix on a regular basis.

Knights strike late to defeat AppleSox

CORVALLIS, Ore. — The Corvallis Knights (4-4) scored two runs in the eighth inning to break a tie and take the series finale 5-3 against the Wenatchee AppleSox (3-5).

Baseball roundup: Moses Lake River Dogs solid on west side

AUBURN — The Moses Lake River Dogs suffered one loss in four games at the Cam Christian Memorial Tournament.

Pepsi-Pak sweeps Central Washington Spuds at Larson Playfield

MOSES LAKE — It’s been whirlwind of adjustments in the early going for the Central Washington Spuds and Thursday night’s AAA American Legion doubleheader with the Yakima Valley Pepsi-Pak reflected a team trying to settle in with the dust.

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WNBA

Warden schools offer free summer breakfast, lunch

WARDEN — The Warden Schools will be offering free breakfast and lunch to students 18 and younger this summer.

The Carters: Farming and family bonding

ROYAL CITY — Rick and Cindy Carter came from agricultural backgrounds. Both grew up learning the first-hand ropes of farming. 

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Moses Lake Police Department

Newhouse stands up for the flag

This Flag Day, I want to thank our Congressman, Dan Newhouse, for standing up for the Stars and Stripes. Congressman Newhouse is a cosponsor of a bill to amend the U.S. Constitution to prohibit the desecration of the American flag.

Potato commission hires summer intern

MOSES LAKE — The Washington State Potato Commission has a new staff member for the summer.

Quilt show set for June 22, 23

MOSES LAKE — More than 100 quilts – and wall hangings, table runners, bags and quilted works of art – will be on display June 22 and 23 at Moses Lake High School, 803 East Sharon Ave. For 2018 the quilt show is a joint presentation of the Basin Piecemakers Quilt Guild and the Moses Lake Modern Quilt Group.

Sound off to the voters

Hooray! It’s election season, that time of year when a hundred voices compete to promise that they will do a fantastic job running our government, or at least not botch it as badly as the other guy.

Warden to tighten up dog, yard code enforcement

WARDEN — Warden city officials are going to tighten up code enforcement in the coming months.

Thoughts on free will

Thank you, Rev. Klockers, for inviting us to think about free will and determinism in your column “Revisiting predestined ‘Days of Future Past’” from Friday, June 8. Our metaphysics informs our worldview which influences our beliefs on many important issues such as responsibility, punishment, salvation, and so on. To ignore metaphysics is simply to have a bad metaphysics and so it behooves us to engage with metaphysics if only to clarify our confusions.

Soap Lake Fire evacuations lifted

SOAP LAKE — Even with a few flare-ups and hot spots popping up overnight, evacuation notices for the Soap Lake Fire were lifted Wednesday morning.

Moses Lake considering mandatory water conservation

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake city council members are considering making the months of July and August mandatory water conservation months.

Legals June 14, 2018

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF GRANT NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/B/A ] CHAMPION MORTGAGE COMPANY, ] CASE NO.: 162010641 ] JUDGMENT NO.: 189003956 Plaintiff, ] ] SHERIFF'S PUBLIC NOTICE vs. ] OF SALE OF REAL ] PROPERTY JAMES BRENT MILLER, an individual; and ] all other persons or parties unknown claiming ] ***8 MONTH REDEMPTION*** 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, ] collectively designated as DOES 1 through 50, ] inclusive, ] ] Defendants ] ] ___________________________________________ ] The Superior Court of Grant County has directed the undersigned Sheriff of Grant County to sell the property described to satisfy a judgment in the above entitled action: LOT 8, BLOCK 27, GRANT ORCHARDS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN ACREAGE PLATS, PAGE 4, RECORDS OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON. TAX PARCEL NO.: 141490000 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 35 ROAD 18.5 NE, SOAP LAKE, WA 98851. The sale of the described property is to take place at 10:30 am on the 6th day of July, 2018 at the main lobby of the Grant County Courthouse, Ephrata, Washington. The judgment debtor can avoid the sale by paying the judgment amount of $167,276.07 plus interest, costs and fees before the sale date. For the exact amount, contact the attorney at the address stated below. Dated this 11th day of May, 2018 at Ephrata, WA 98823. THOMAS E. JONES, Sheriff By: Theresa Sheets, Civil Specialist cc: MALCOLM CISNEROS Attn: Nathan F. Smith 2112 Business Center Drive, Second Floor Irvine, California 92612 Phone: 949-252-9400 #06003/191313 Pub: May 24, 31, 2018 & June 7, 14, 2018

Seahawks' Russell Wilson reveals he's a helicopter pilot, too. Of course he is

Russell Wilson has gotten a bird’s-eye view of his recently announced venture to bring a Major League Baseball team to Portland.

Preparing for hunting season

This is the first of a series about preparing for the hunting season.

Walleyes swept on the road by West Valley

YAKIMA — The Walleyes struggled on the road and were swept by West Valley 21-4 and 11-8.

Wahluke High School says farewell to class of 2018

MATTAWA — Wahluke High School saw 136 seniors cross the stage and accept their diplomas during their commencement ceremony held Friday, June 8.

Big inning dooms Wenatchee in loss to Corvallis

CORVALLIS, Ore. — Corvallis scored six runs in the sixth inning to pull away and beat Wenatchee 12-3.

Haniger's game-ending blast gives Mariners sweep of Angels

SEATTLE (AP) — Something about the big moments brings out the best in Mitch Haniger.

Lifetime Achievement

Desert Oasis HS graduates 13

OTHELLO — Desert Oasis High School seniors thanked their parents with a special dinner June 4, and finished their high school careers with graduation ceremonies June 5. The 13 seniors and their parents attended a catered dinner Monday night, Desert Oasis principal Josh Tovar said.

No changes to overall PUD rate policy

EPHRATA — While there may be some changes in rate classes, the basic principles behind the existing rates of the Grant County PUD probably won’t change. That was the conclusion of a discussion at the regular commission meeting Tuesday.

Questions, answers at Othello School Board meeting Monday

OTHELLO — Adjusting for a new elementary school layout, communication, school security and cybersecurity were among the topics discussed at an Othello School Board question-and-answer session Monday evening.

Beating it back

SOAP LAKE — Aided by favorable weather conditions on Tuesday, fire crews were able to gain the upper hand on a large blaze that broke out on Monday north of Soap Lake.

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Samaritan Hospital

John Sylvan Dazell

It is with great sadness that the family of John Sylvan Dazell announces his passing on June 1, 2018 at the age of 71 years old.

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Grant County Sheriff’s Office

Legals June 13, 2018

Notice of Application and Proposed MDNS June 13, 2018 Notice is hereby given that Grant County has received a SEPA checklist from the Port of Warden (Designated Contact: Paul Weber, 1401 E. Trent Ave, Suite 101, Spokane, WA 99202) and determined this application to be technically complete on 6/5/18. Grant County expects to issue a Mitigated Determination of Non-Significance for this proposal, and the Optional DNS Process in WAC 197-11-355 is being used. This proposal may include mitigation measures under applicable codes, and the project review process may incorporate or require mitigation measures regardless of whether an EIS is prepared. This may be the only opportunity to comment on the environmental impacts of the proposal and the proposed mitigation measures. A copy of the subsequent threshold determination may be obtained upon request. MITIGATION: 1) Utilize Best Management Practices to limit fugitive dust during construction activities. 2) Utilize Best Management Practices to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water impacts. DESCRIPTION: Construction of approximately 4,900 lineal feet of new rail car capacity adjacent to existing tracks. The project will include the excavation of approximately 17,300 cu. Yrds., fill of approximately 6,030 cu. Yrds, and approximately 4,500 cu. Yrds of new "Track Ballast." PERMITS REQUIRED: Grading Permit. STUDIES REQUIRED: None. LOCATION: The project site is located on the rail line south of Warden. The parcel is situated in Sections 21 and 16, Township 17 N., Range 30 E., W.M., Grant County, WA. Parcel #s 18-1079-002 & 06-1713-417. Copies of the application materials (File # P18-0169) are available from Grant County Development Services (Tyler Lawrence), 264 West Division Avenue - PO Box 37, Ephrata, WA, (509) 754-2011 ext. 2501; Front Office Hours are 8am-12pm and 1pm-5pm, Monday-Friday. Public comments must be submitted by June 27, 2018 to Grant County Development Services. All comments should be as specific as possible and may be mailed, hand delivered, or sent via email. Any person has the right to comment, receive notice, participate in hearings, request a copy of the final decision, and appeal the decision as provided by law and County Code. This may be the only opportunity to comment on the above listed materials. #06022/198142 Pub: June 13, 2018

Legals June 13, 2018

CITY OF OTHELLO REQUEST FOR GASOLINE AND DIESEL FUEL PROPOSALS The City of Othello is requesting proposals for purchase of gasoline and diesel fuel for all City vehicles and equipment for a three-year contract with an optional one year extension. Proposal packets may be obtained from the City Clerk at City Hall, 500 E. Main Street, Othello, WA 99344 or phone 509-488-5686. Bid opening is set for Thursday, July 26, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. Rebecca P. Ozuna City Clerk #06003/193341 Pub: June 13, 20, 2018

Trout hits 2 HRs again, Mariners belt 4 in 6-3 win vs Angels

SEATTLE (AP) — Mitch Haniger and Ryon Healy each homered twice as the first-place Seattle Mariners shook off two homers by Mike Trout for the second consecutive night, beating the Los Angeles Angels 6-3 on Tuesday.

A few non-Earl Thomas things to watch as Seahawks minicamp begins

The big story as the Seahawks open minicamp Tuesday will be the absence of free safety Earl Thomas.

Unlike other veterans, Mariners' healthy Nelson Cruz proving he can still keep up with faster fastballs

Want to know a sign that Nelson Cruz is finally feeling healthy?

Unemployment down from March in Grant County But higher when 2018 is compared to 2017

MOSES LAKE — Unemployment in Grant County went down between March and April, but went up when April 2018 is compared with April 2017.

Strong start from Bafus guides Wenatchee to win over Corvallis

CORVALLIS, Ore. — Wenatchee starter Curtis Bafus went seven strong innings with nine strikeouts and the AppleSox beat the Corvallis Knights 4-0.

Kuykendall's big night helps Moses Lake split with West Valley

MOSES LAKE — The Walleyes received two markedly different outcomes from the plate and split their doubleheader with West Valley.

Soap Lake fire 50 percent contained

SOAP LAKE — A fire which has burnt 2,000 acres north of Soap Lake has is about 50 percent contained, according to a Grant County Sheriff’s Office spokesman.

Moses Lake man crusading to save fish runs from sea lions

MOSES LAKE — With 55 years of experience fishing the Columbia River and tributaries around the state, as well as 31 years of experience as a fishing guide, the majority of Moses Lake resident Rick Graser’s adult life has been devoted to the fishing industry in some shape or form. A longtime problem with sea lions predating (preying) on at-risk fish populations, like salmon, steelhead and sturgeon, on the Columbia River has Graser concerned, fired up and, most of all, motivated to see a legislative fix come about to address the issue.

Right on track

Agility test

Port mulls Boeing aircraft bid

MOSES LAKE — As Boeing considers a replacement for the aging 757 jetliner, the Port of Moses Lake is considering a bid to be the place where Boeing builds its new jet, the New Midsize Airplane (NMA).

Big Bend CC trustees approve 2018-19 budget

MOSES LAKE — Big Bend Community College will operate with a $18,675,188 budget in 2018-19. College trustees approved the budget at the regular meeting June 7.

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Asparagus: Still tasty after all these spears

Fresh asparagus is upon us. The best time for purchasing it is during April and June for the Washington crop. It can be found in just about any type of market.

Auda Mae Heaton

February 20, 1931 – June 8, 2018

Legals June 12, 2018

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY JUVENILE DIVISION In the Welfare of: ) CASE NO: 18-7-00104-2 DESTIN C. HUMPHREY ) ) NOTICE AND SUMMONS DOB: 09/11/2014 ) BY PUBLICATION (DEPENDENCY) Minor Child ________________________ TO: ANTHONY MORRIS and anyone claiming a paternal interest. A DEPENDENCY Petition was filed on March 13, 2018. A Fact Finding hearing will be held July 10, 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 31 day of May , 2018, By: /s/ Shannon Collins Deputy Clerk. #060016/197284 Pub: June 5, 12, 19, 2018

Thank you from those who served

Thank you to all of the people who came out to help at the cemetery this year. With the help on the pole set out and cleaning, the flag raising and veterans’ grave flags and then on the take down that evening.

New farmworker housing now available in Mattawa

MATTAWA — Washington Growers League recently completed Phase 1 of a three-phase project to build a new housing complex in Mattawa.

AppleSox swept in makeup doubleheader with Portland

PORTLAND, Ore. — After a rainy weekend, the AppleSox played a makeup doubleheader with the Portland Pickles on Monday.

Huskies score 2 in 10th inning, advance to 1st ever CWS

FULLERTON, Calif. (AP) — Washington scored twice in the bottom of the 10th inning to come from behind and defeat Cal State Fullerton 6-5 on Sunday night to win the deciding game three of the super regional and advance to the College World Series.

Southridge pulls away from Central Washington in late innings

KENNEWICK — Southridge scored six runs over the final two innings to break a 6-6 tie and beat Central Washington 12-6.

Cruz, Mariners overcome Trout's 2 HRs in 5-3 win vs Angels

SEATTLE (AP) — Nelson Cruz homered twice and the surprising Seattle Mariners overcame Mike Trout’s two home runs to beat the Los Angeles Angels 5-3 on Monday night.

Fairways & Greens: Golf tips to help with those pesky 5-footers

Evacuations ordered north of Soap Lake

SOAP LAKE —A level 3 evacuation notice went out Monday evening from the Grant County Sheriff’s Office due to a large, rapidly spreading wildfire.

Sister City dinner fills the house

MOSES LAKE — The final tally won’t be known for a week or so, but the annual fundraising dinner for the “Moses Lake-Yonezawa Sister City Exchange” drew a full house Saturday night.

Delores Stella McNeely

April 12, 1928 – June 5, 2018

Legals June 11, 2018

SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON, IN AND FOR GRANT COUNTY. BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, successor in interest to INTERBAY FUNDING, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. ION STEFU and CARMEN M. STEFU, husband and wife, and the Marital Community comprised thereof; and DUMITRU PINTILIE and ELENA C. PINTILIE, husband and wife, and the Marital Community comprised thereof, and Persons or Parties Unknown in Possession of or Claiming any Right, Title, Lien, or Interest in the Property Described in the Complaint herein, Defendants. Case No. 18-2-00474-4. THE STATE OF WASHINGTON TO ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANTS: You are hereby summoned to appear within sixty days after the date of the first publication of this summons, to wit, within sixty days after the 14th day of May, 2018, and defend the above-entitled action in the above-entitled court, and answer the complaint of the plaintiff, BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC, and serve a copy of your answer upon the undersigned attorneys for plaintiff, Raminta A. Rudys and Alexander J.R. Wisbey, at the office(s) stated below, and, in case of your failure so to do, judgment may be rendered against you according to the demand of the complaint, which has been filed with the clerk of the court. The complaint seeks judicial foreclosure of a deed of trust, declaratory relief, and other equitable and legal relief with respect to real property located at 2114 W. Broadway Avenue, Moses Lake, WA 98837. ASSAYAG MAUSS, LLP, Attn: Raminta A. Rudys, WSBA 48360, 2018 156th Ave. NE, Ste. 100, Bellevue, WA 98007, Phone: (425) 748-5055. HOUSER & ALLISON, APC, Attn: Alexander J. R. Wisbey, WSBA 49696, 600 University St., Ste. 1708, Seattle, WA 98101, Phone (206) 596-7838. #06001/189804 Pub: May 14, 22, 29, 2018 & June 4, 11, 18, 2018

Mariners throw out runner at plate to end it, beat Rays 5-4

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Right fielder Mitch Haniger threw out Johnny Field at the plate to end the game, and the Seattle Mariners held off the Tampa Bay Rays 5-4 Sunday for their 17th win in 22 games.

Microsoft, Second Harvest distribute food in Mattawa

MATTAWA — Volunteers packed and distributed more than 9,200 pounds of fresh and frozen food to families in Mattawa during a one-day food bank sponsored by Microsoft and Second Harvest.

With 2 titles, Finals MVP Kevin Durant gets the last word

CLEVELAND (AP) — Kevin Durant had a simple message for his critics: “Thanks.”

Earl Thomas says he's skipping Seahawks mandatory minicamp

Earl Thomas is putting the pressure on the Seattle Seahawks for a new contract, saying he will not participate in any team activities until his contract situation is resolved.

Samaritan outlines opioid response

MOSES LAKE — Opioid medications and abuse, and what Samaritan Healthcare is doing to reduce the chances for abuse, was the subject of discussion at the regular hospital district commission meeting Tuesday.

Baseball roundup: Moses Lake River Dogs solid on west side

AUBURN — The Moses Lake River Dogs suffered one loss in four games at the Cam Christian Memorial Tournament.

Justifiable! Racing gets 13th Triple Crown with Justify

NEW YORK (AP) — Justify defied all the odds on his way to achieving Triple Crown immortality.

Wilson Creek graduating seniors 'a family'

WILSON CREEK — The graduates of Wilson Creek High School don’t so much graduate as they sit.

Soap Lake High School graduates almost 30 seniors

SOAP LAKE — With just under 30 seniors turning their tassels on Saturday Soap Lake High School’s class of 2018 isn’t the biggest in the area. Sure, they don’t have the numbers of an Ephrata or Moses Lake High School, but what they lack in numbers they make up for in genuine camaraderie and respect for one another and all of their accomplishments.

Sense of accomplishment at Quincy graduation

QUINCY — Bethany Safe, co-valedictorian of the Quincy High School class of 2018, and class president Josselinne Gonzalez talked about some of the memories the seniors would take from high school. If graduation comes up at future class of 2018 reunions, the conversations probably won’t focus so much on the speeches as on confetti and air horns, cheers and signs, feats of athleticism, noisy trains and a dance that brought down the house.

Weather can't dampen Little Big Show

WILSON CREEK — It was overcast and chilly, for a Saturday in June, and a few raindrops splattered on windshields, but that didn’t stop classic car owners from coming and showing their vehicles on Railroad Street.

A group of dreamers Warden High School class of 2018 looks to the future

WARDEN — The award-winning film actress Lupita Nyong'o is quoted as saying, “No matter where you're from, your dreams are valid.” Warden High School’s class of 2018 may not have come from the flashiest of cities, or the biggest or most well-known. But none of that matters, because this year’s graduating class is adamant that their dreams are big, important and achievable with a little bit of hard work.

Big Bend athletes give out books

MOSES LAKE — Student-athletes from big Bend Community College helped deliver 1,000 books to students at Larson Heights and North elementary schools as part of the “Disney Magic of Storytelling” program.

North Central Regional Library kicks off annual Summer Reading Program

North Central Regional Library is getting ready to kick off its annual Summer Reading Program.

Straw pulp looks like win-win

Here’s a switch! Rather than closing another pulp and paper mill, a new one is under construction right here in Washington.

River Dogs joining forces to form select team

EPHRATA — The Columbia Basin 16-18 Babe Ruth League talent pool runs long and deep with strong baseball tradition.

Othello changes zoning code, begins work on well

OTHELLO — A request from Avista Energy to upgrade an Othello substation prompted the city council to unanimously revise the city’s zoning ordinance.

South county wildfire destroys four buildings Sunday

SCHWANA — A large wildfire destroyed four buildings in southern Grant County in the town of Schwana on Sunday.

Big Bend to add men's, women's wrestling

MOSES LAKE — Wrestling fans across the Basin will have a collegiate program to root for this upcoming school year.

Grant County inmate sentenced for foiled jail escape attempt

EPHRATA — A Grant County Jail inmate who attempted to pose as another inmate to get released from jail was sentenced to an additional month in jail.

Chief for a Day: A duty not taken lightly

EPHRATA — “Chief for a Day” is founded on a fairly simple premise. Local kids get the chance to become a honorary chief of a fire or police agency and take part in a ceremony outside of the Grant County Courthouse. As simple as that might be, the genuine gratitude, happiness and excitement the honorary chiefs, many of whom deal with physical or developmental disabilities, display makes it clear that to the kids the day isn’t just a simple one that they will forget about any time soon.

Testing soils helps determine fertilizer needs

Soil surveys, produced by the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service, are accurate to tens of acres or more depending on the intensity of land use. Besides knowing soil type and its range of characteristics to determine what actual nutrients or fertilizers are needed in a yard or garden for healthy plants means doing some site-specific soil testing.

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Working AVIDly

Revisiting predestined 'Days of Future Past'

What music comes to mind when you think back in time? One of the songs that I loved was part of the album, “Days of Future Past,” by the Moody Blues. It was released in 1967.

Howard Edward Wagner

December 9, 1937 – June 4, 2018

Moberg, Chestnut teach their last classes

MOSES LAKE — It was the last day with kids at school at Columbia Basin Technical Skills Center, and the next-to-last day of school for instructors Susie Moberg and Kevin Chestnut. Their next-to-last day of school ever, since both are retiring.

Ephrata water work nears major intersection

EPHRATA — Traffic is liable to be interesting in Ephrata this weekend with the Sage & Sun Festival closing some downtown streets as construction crews replacing the Basin Street water main are working their way north.

Othello valedictorian talks about interrupted speech

OTHELLO — Andrew Chen said he knew that he knew he wasn’t going to be able to finish his high school valedictory speech.

Legals June 8, 2018

NOTICE TO BIDDERS Sealed bids will be received by the Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County at 154 A Street SE Ephrata, Washington 98823 no later than June 20, 2018 at 2:00 P.M. on for Supplying Mountain View Substation Expansion Steel Structures as more fully described in Contract Documents 170-08396R. On the above date, the Bids will be opened and read aloud at the District's Office located at 154 A Street SE, Ephrata, Washington 98823. All bids shall be subject to and shall comply with the "Instructions to Bidders" contained in the Contract Documents, copies of which are available at our e-Bid site www.ebidexchange.com/gcpud/. When reaching this site you will need to register as a new vendor if you are not already on our electronic vendor system. Public Utility District No. 2 of Grant County, Washington By: Patrick Bishop Procurement Officer #06021/197854 Pub: June 8, 2018

RHS says farewell to class of 2018

ROYAL CITY — Royal High School said farewell to the class of 2018 Friday night at David Nielsen Memorial Field with cheers, lessons of success and words of encouragement from Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson.

Head lice a menace across country

E-mail from Cheryl

A rocky season for Warriors, but a perfect ending awaits

CLEVELAND (AP) — By Golden State standards, this season was downright bumpy.

Othello school official says no censorship of graduation speech

OTHELLO — Officials with the Othello School District are emphatic that they were not censoring Othello High School valedictorian Andrew Chen’s speech at last Saturday.

Spuds drop season opener to Bandits

MOSES LAKE — Southridge High School just won a Class 3A state championship.

Free Fishing this weekend

No more excuses. Make a lunch, pour the family into the vehicle and go fishing. No fishing license? No problem, at least on this Saturday and Sunday, June 9 and 10. This is what Fish and Wildlife terms Free Fishing Weekend.

James Grant Monday

December 28, 1984 – April 21, 2018

Lorin (Randy) Ellsworth

January 15, 1959 – May 14, 2018

Lakeview 5th-graders go on safari

MOSES LAKE — It’s a tradition at Lakeview Terrace Elementary for the fifth grade to have a year-ending, fifth-grade-only party. This year it had a special twist – the fifth-graders came back from Camp Five.

Appeals court upholds molestation conviction

MOSES LAKE — A former Grant County reserve deputy candidate had his child molestation conviction upheld by the Washington Court of Appeals, Division III.

We need to stand united to make our country better

When will those in Congress and higher officials impeach Trump for the Russian investigation, corruption and lies to the FBI and the American people? Now Trump has become the pardon fairy. Really, there are innocent people incarcerated. Pardon them, not just those that benefit Trump.

Department of Justice to name 311 new Assistant U.S. Attorneys

MOSES LAKE — U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions’ announcement on Monday of 311 new Assistant U.S. Attorney positions includes the allocation of three prosecutors to the Eastern District of Washington.

Warden seniors walk through schools to inspire younger kids

WARDEN — Education isn’t just about reading, writing, and arithmetic.

Making a statement with graduation

Hundreds of students throughout the Columbia Basin are graduating high school this month. From Coulee City to Mattawa, seniors are marking the occasion with graduation ceremonies, receptions and, of course, graduation speeches.

Howard Edward Wagner

Howard Edward Wagner passed away June 4, 2018, at Samaritan Hospital, surrounded by his caring family. He was a compassionate and loving man, who always put family first and was well loved by his family and friends for 80 years.

Using your cell phone while driving is risky

We are concerned with the health and safety of our peers because:

Blue takes down green

MOSES LAKE — Rodney Watson, 11, is a baseball fan through and through. Not football. Not basketball. Baseball and only baseball. It should come as no surprise then that Watson ventured out to the Larson Playfield Tuesday night to see Grant County deputies take on Moses Lake officers in the Battle of the Badge charity softball game. It may come as a surprise that after the game Watson changed his mind about who he wants to model his game after.

Thank you to a caring police officer

We all focus on the bad in life and forget that God still has some good police serving the law. Now don’t get me wrong, I know there are some bad cops. But we shouldn’t forget the good officers.

Legals June 7, 2018

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF GRANT NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/B/A ] CHAMPION MORTGAGE COMPANY, ] CASE NO.: 162010641 ] JUDGMENT NO.: 189003956 Plaintiff, ] ] SHERIFF'S PUBLIC NOTICE vs. ] OF SALE OF REAL ] PROPERTY JAMES BRENT MILLER, an individual; and ] all other persons or parties unknown claiming ] ***8 MONTH REDEMPTION*** 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, ] collectively designated as DOES 1 through 50, ] inclusive, ] ] Defendants ] ] ___________________________________________ ] The Superior Court of Grant County has directed the undersigned Sheriff of Grant County to sell the property described to satisfy a judgment in the above entitled action: LOT 8, BLOCK 27, GRANT ORCHARDS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN ACREAGE PLATS, PAGE 4, RECORDS OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON. TAX PARCEL NO.: 141490000 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 35 ROAD 18.5 NE, SOAP LAKE, WA 98851. The sale of the described property is to take place at 10:30 am on the 6th day of July, 2018 at the main lobby of the Grant County Courthouse, Ephrata, Washington. The judgment debtor can avoid the sale by paying the judgment amount of $167,276.07 plus interest, costs and fees before the sale date. For the exact amount, contact the attorney at the address stated below. Dated this 11th day of May, 2018 at Ephrata, WA 98823. THOMAS E. JONES, Sheriff By: Theresa Sheets, Civil Specialist cc: MALCOLM CISNEROS Attn: Nathan F. Smith 2112 Business Center Drive, Second Floor Irvine, California 92612 Phone: 949-252-9400 #06003/191313 Pub: May 24, 31, 2018 & June 7, 14, 2018

Othello product David Garza drafted by Diamondbacks in 38th round of MLB draft

PHOENIX — Former Othello standout David Garza was drafted by the Arizona Diamondbacks in the 38th round of the MLB draft.

Mrs. Smith continued

Today we continue with the story about Mrs. Mary Ellen Smith.

Capitals eager to end their title drought in Vegas desert

LAS VEGAS (AP) — The Washington Capitals will play for a Stanley Cup championship Thursday night for the first time in 43 NHL seasons. Alex Ovechkin is one win away from carving his name into history at the peak of his incredible hockey career.

Othello Museum opens Saturday

OTHELLO — The Othello Community Museum will open the 2018 season with an open house from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday at the museum, at the intersection of Third Avenue and Larch Street.

Astros use big 7th inning to get 7-5 win over Mariners

HOUSTON (AP) — Evan Gattis hit a two-run homer early and Yuli Gurriel added a two-RBI single in a four-run seventh inning that lifted the Houston Astros to a 7-5 win over the Seattle Mariners on Wednesday night.

Daniel E. Simpson March 17, 1928 - May 31, 2018

Daniel E. Simpson was born March 17, 1928, in Wichita Falls, Texas. He passed away on May 31, 2018, in Kennewick.

Othello HS principal cuts valedictorian speech short

OTHELLO — A chill wind blew over Huskie Field Friday evening as the Othello High School class of 2018 received their diplomas.

Dynasty's doorstep: Warriors take 3-0 lead in Finals

CLEVELAND (AP) — Kevin Durant pushed the Golden State Warriors to dynasty’s doorstep.

AppleSox pick up first home win of 2018

WENATCHEE — On Wednesday night, the Wenatchee AppleSox defeated the Northwest Honkers, 9-2, to pick up their first home win of the 2018 season.

Warden man leads police in pursuit

Pursuit started in Moses Lake and ended in Warden

Scenes from Moses Lake High School's 2018 graduation

Kennel club dog trials coming to fairgrounds

MOSES LAKE — The Ephrata-Moses Lake Kennel Club will be holding its annual agility trials this coming weekend.

Chief for a Day coming tomorrow

EPHRATA — A number of different public safety agencies will be handing the reins of their departments over to local deserving children on Thursday during the Chief for a Day event.

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Othello changes zoning code, begins on well

OTHELLO — A request from Avista Energy to upgrade an Othello substation prompted the city council to unanimously revise the city’s zoning ordinance.

1 dead in collision near Quincy

QUINCY — Alcohol and excessive speed reportedly played a role in a fatal collision near Quincy over the weekend.

Sponsorships available for Newspapers in Education Golf Tournament

MOSES LAKE — If helping to raise money to keep Columbia Basin students engaged in their community and show significantly greater interest in their local government or current affairs isn't enough, there is the chance to win airfare, two nights at the Pebble Beach Lodge and three rounds of golf at Pebble Beach, Spyglass and Spanish Bay at the 10th Annual Newspapers in Education Golf Tournament on June 21 at the Moses Lake Golf Club.

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Review of Samaritan compensation planned

MOSES LAKE — Samaritan Healthcare officials will start a committee to review benefits, salaries and incentive packages for employees. Human resources director Julie Weisenburg said the idea is to look not only at salaries, but at all parts of employee compensation, to see what might or might not make a person decide to work at Samaritan. “I’m working to put together a committee (to review), not just for nursing, but for everybody,” she said. The committee will include staff from various departments, but no other managers.

Benefit concerts set for June 22, 23

MOSES LAKE — Two benefit concerts for a ministry working to reduce child exploitation in the Dominican Republic are scheduled for June 22 and 23 in Othello and Moses Lake.

Legals June 6, 2018

CITY OF OTHELLO NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING This is official notification that the Othello City Council scheduled a Public Hearing to review and receive public input regarding the City's Six Year Transportation Improvement Program for 2019-2024. The Public Hearing is scheduled for Monday, June 11th, 2018, shortly after 6:30 p.m., during the regular City Council meeting. This will be held in the City Hall Council Chambers, 500 E. Main Street, Othello, Washington. Rebecca P. Ozuna City #06004/197277 Pub: June 6, 2018

Legals June 6, 2018

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD June 18, 2018 at 2:30 p.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata, WA to consider the unanimous recommendation from the Grant County Planning Commission to adopt the 2018 Comprehensive Plan, Official Zoning Map, and various development regulations supportive of and necessary to implement the 2018 Comprehensive Plan. Any interested persons may appear regarding these matters. Barbara J. Vasquez, CMC Administrative Assistant & Clerk of the Board Grant County Commissioners #06006/192735 Pub: May 30,2018 & June 6, 2018

Despite early lead, AppleSox drop home opener

WENATCHEE, Wash. — In their first home game of the season, the Wenatchee AppleSox lost to the River City Athletics, 7-6, in a non-league game at Paul Thomas Sr. Field on Tuesday night.

Spuds open the AAA American Legion season Thursday at Larson Playfield

MOSES LAKE — He’ll know more after Thursday’s AAA American Legion season opener at Larson Playfield, but Spuds manager Robert Haensel likes what he sees.

Seahawks hope adding more variety will improve offensive line after sordid 2017

By one measure — the number of players returning from last season — the Seahawks’ offensive line is as stable as any position group on the team.

Early homers help Mariners over Astros 7-1

HOUSTON (AP) — Even though it’s only June, the Seattle Mariners know playing well against the Houston Astros will be vital if they hope to reach the postseason for the first time since 2001.

Bad labels tough to shed

The battle in Seattle over the city council’s imposition of a head tax on large companies is generating disparaging labels, which local elected leaders likely will come to regret.

Testing soils helps determine fertilizer needs

Soil surveys, produced by the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service, are accurate to tens of acres or more depending on the intensity of land use. Besides knowing soil type and its range of characteristics to determine what actual nutrients or fertilizers are needed in a yard or garden for healthy plants means doing some site-specific soil testing.

Roland Guiterrez

August 22, 1954 – May 26, 2018

Othello school official says no censorship of graduation speech

OTHELLO — Officials with the Othello School District are emphatic that they were not censoring Othello High School valedictorian Andrew Chen’s speech at last Saturday.

North gets award, honors deputies

MOSES LAKE — North Elementary School was honored on Monday with an award from Imagine Learning, a company that produces materials for students learning English as a second language, as one of the ten best performing schools in the state.

Lettuce all welcome summer with some salads

Lettuce is a fine late spring item in our area. If started early enough, you could have been enjoying fresh lettuce for the last month or so. We started and have kept ours in a greenhouse.

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South county wildfire destroys four buildings

SCHWANA — A large wildfire destroyed four buildings in southern Grant County in the town of Schwana on Sunday.

Food processing, warehouses key to Adams County's future

OTHELLO — You need to cast your nets where the fish are.

Othello man involved in I-90 crash near Kittitas

KITTITAS — A Othello man reportedly crashed into a Washington Department of Transportation truck on Interstate 90 near Kittitas Monday morning.

Unemployment down from March in Grant County

MOSES LAKE — Unemployment in Grant County went down between March and April, but went up when April 2018 is compared with April 2017.

Legals June 5, 2018

PUBLIC NOTICE The City of Royal City is accepting public comment on the potential resolution of a conversion of park land that was acquired with a state grant from the Recreation and Conservation Office (RCO). In 1975, the city acquired approximately 8 acres for a public park. A condition of the grant is that the property acquired be owned and managed for public outdoor recreation use. In 1994, the property was sold for non-public use which created a conversion. RCO policy permits approval of a conversion when other land of equal value and public outdoor recreation usefulness is substituted. The city is submitting a request for approval of the conversion and replace it with a similar property of equal or greater value. The City of Royal City is requesting public comment from June 5, 2018 to July 6, 2018 on the alternatives being considered. The City is considering 12 parcels east of the current City Park that is currently vacant as the conversion property. An alternative location that was considered in the past was the land south of the water treatment plant on Road F or Apple Avenue. The public may also make suggestions for land replacement properties for the city to consider. Public comment can be received or Information regarding this proposal can be received by contacting Shilo Christensen at shilo@royalcitywa.org, by visiting during business hours 445 Camelia Street Royal City WA 99357, or by letter at PO Box 1239 Royal City WA 99357. Written comments received by the City of Royal City from the public will be submitted to the Recreation Conservation Office with the City's request. #06014/197297 Pub: June 5, 2018

Winds of change blowing through the Columbia Basin

The winds of change are blowing through the ball diamonds around the Columbia Basin and I like what I’m seeing and the ideas swirling around.

Almira/Coulee-Hartline repeats as Scholastic Cup champions

RENTON — Almira/Coulee-Hartline (ACH) asserted itself as the premiere Class 1B school in Washington, comfortably repeating as Washington Interscholastic Activities Association Scholastic Cup champions.

Reality check about to arrive for first-place Mariners

SEATTLE (AP) — The last time the Seattle Mariners were in first place this deep into the season, the current hitting coach was the designated hitter, the current “Special Assistant to the Chairman” was hitting .352 at the top of the order, and the club won 93 games but missed the playoffs.

The State's largest solar facility to be built in Lind

LIND — Local and State dignitaries attended a ground breaking ceremony in Lind May 24 for what will become Washington’s largest shared commercial solar facility that calls for 81,000 solar panels to be erected over 200 acres.

Dynasty in making? Warriors chase third title in 4 years

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Stephen Curry and coach Steve Kerr’s Golden State Warriors have repeatedly said they want to build something special for the long haul, to compete for championships year after year.

Manta Ray Aquatics kick off long course season in Pasco

PASCO — Manta Ray Aquatics took 15 swimmers to Pasco for the first long course meet of the summer season.

Hip and knee replacement seminar hosted by Samaritan Healthcare

MOSES LAKE — Samaritan Healthcare is hosting a free Orthopaedic Surgery Seminar with Dr. Leo Chough, Samaritan’s staff orthopaedic surgeon, presenting information about hip and knee replacements, sports medicine, and more.

Events for teens part of library program

WENATCHEE — Special events for teens will be part of the annual summer reading program sponsored by the North Central Regional Library.

Ephrata High School seniors turn their tassels

EPHRATA — Maybe it was their elaborate entrances. Or perhaps it was the occasional backflip while walking to pick up a diploma. Maybe it was even the camaraderie that was on display between Ephrata High School’s graduating class of 2018. There are variety of words that can be summoned to describe this year’s graduating class, but boring and uninspired don’t fit the bill.

Microsoft, Second Harvest distribute food in Mattawa

MATTAWA — Volunteers packed and distributed more than 9,200 pounds of fresh and frozen food to families in Mattawa during a one-day food bank sponsored by Microsoft and Second Harvest.

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Taking it easy

Michael Matthew DeShaw

Michael Matthew DeShaw passed away peacefully at his home in Moses Lake, Wash. on Monday, March 26, 2018 at the age of 62.

Legals June 4, 2018

SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON, IN AND FOR GRANT COUNTY. BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, successor in interest to INTERBAY FUNDING, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. ION STEFU and CARMEN M. STEFU, husband and wife, and the Marital Community comprised thereof; and DUMITRU PINTILIE and ELENA C. PINTILIE, husband and wife, and the Marital Community comprised thereof, and Persons or Parties Unknown in Possession of or Claiming any Right, Title, Lien, or Interest in the Property Described in the Complaint herein, Defendants. Case No. 18-2-00474-4. THE STATE OF WASHINGTON TO ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANTS: You are hereby summoned to appear within sixty days after the date of the first publication of this summons, to wit, within sixty days after the 14th day of May, 2018, and defend the above-entitled action in the above-entitled court, and answer the complaint of the plaintiff, BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC, and serve a copy of your answer upon the undersigned attorneys for plaintiff, Raminta A. Rudys and Alexander J.R. Wisbey, at the office(s) stated below, and, in case of your failure so to do, judgment may be rendered against you according to the demand of the complaint, which has been filed with the clerk of the court. The complaint seeks judicial foreclosure of a deed of trust, declaratory relief, and other equitable and legal relief with respect to real property located at 2114 W. Broadway Avenue, Moses Lake, WA 98837. ASSAYAG MAUSS, LLP, Attn: Raminta A. Rudys, WSBA 48360, 2018 156th Ave. NE, Ste. 100, Bellevue, WA 98007, Phone: (425) 748-5055. HOUSER & ALLISON, APC, Attn: Alexander J. R. Wisbey, WSBA 49696, 600 University St., Ste. 1708, Seattle, WA 98101, Phone (206) 596-7838. #06001/189804 Pub: May 14, 22, 29, 2018 & June 4, 11, 18, 2018

Local artist featured in upcoming art shows

OTHELLO — Longtime area artist, Michael J. Lewis, will be showcasing his artwork at the Clymer Museum and Gallery and the Jundt Art Museum.

Big Bend to add men's, women's wrestling

MOSES LAKE — Wrestling fans across the Basin will have a collegiate program to root for this upcoming school year.

AppleSox open season with series win

VICTORIA, B.C. — Moses Lake High School graduate Hunter Boyd allowed four hits in seven innings and the Wenatchee AppleSox (2-1) beat the Victoria HarbourCats (1-2) 14-2.

Mariners comeback to give Hernandez win in season best start

SEATTLE (AP) — Tampa Bay’s young starter, Blake Snell, dominated early, even setting an American League record with seven straight strikeouts to start the game. It wasn’t enough as veteran star Felix Hernandez outlasted him with a vintage performance.

Othello principal cuts valedictorian speech short

OTHELLO — A chill wind blew over Huskie Field Friday evening as the Othello High School class of 2018 received their diplomas.

River Dogs joining forces to form select team

EPHRATA — The Columbia Basin 16-18 Babe Ruth League talent pool runs long and deep with strong baseball tradition.

MLHS grads look forward, not back

MOSES LAKE — With their tassels turned, members of the Moses Lake High School class of 2018 were mostly looking forward, and not back.

MLCA marks graduation with memories, farewells

MOSES LAKE — A few tears, lots of memories, some advice and a moonwalk across the stage were part of graduation ceremonies for the Moses Lake Christian Academy class of 2018 Saturday afternoon.

New business offers excitement on the water

MOSES LAKE — It’s shortly before 9 a.m. on a Wednesday morning when Troy White pulls into Montlake Park in his distinctive box van he decked out to hold all of his stand-up paddle boards, kayaks and canoe. As he turns off the ignition he ventures out into the Montlake parking lot, scouring the landscape for pieces of garbage to pickup before he officially starts his work day.

Port approves Air Force closure request

MOSES LAKE — The Air Force is coming to Moses Lake.

Sister city auction coming June 9

MOSES LAKE — It takes a lot to keep a sister city relationship going.

County Fair to be renamed

The Adams County Fair will soon be a thing of the past… in name only that is. The change is coming about after a 2017 State Audit revealed a misappropriation of funds by the Adams County Fair Association.

Lions Club fundraiser scheduled

The Othello Lions Club will be conducting its annual fundraising event Tuesday, June 12 at 6 p.m. at the Othello Senior Center, 755 North 7th Avenue.  

Mid-Columbia Libraries Offers Free, Easy Language Learning for Customers

Mid-Columbia Libraries (MLC) invites community members to take the next step in life with digital resources from their library.

Wahluke falls to Overlake in State championship match

SUMNER — The Warriors were looking to avenge a loss to the Owls in a rematch of last year’s championship game, but it was Overlake coming out on top once again in a 3-0 win Saturday.

AeroTEC gets FAA repair station certification

MOSES LAKE — The Federal Aviation Administration has certified AeroTEC to repair airplane parts, making the company the fifth certified repair station in Moses Lake.

2 injured in rear-end collision near Ephrata

EPHRATA — A Soap Lake man was allegedly intoxicated when he plowed into the back of another vehicle in a construction zone near Ephrata early Thursday morning.

General stuff about noxious weeds: Chapter 1

A noxious weed is a plant species which has been designated by an official source as injurious to agricultural or horticultural crops, native habitats or ecosystems, animals and/or humans. Recognition of “noxious weeds” and the need for their control was clearly established by the Federal Noxious Weed Act of 1974. Enacted Jan. 3, 1975, this program empowered the Secretary of Agriculture to designate plants as “noxious” and direct their regulation.

Moses Lake man falls asleep at wheel, crashes Thursday morning

MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake man who fell asleep at the wheel Thursday morning and crashed his vehicle escaped the collision without any injuries.

Summer reading program starts next week

WENATCHEE — Live theater, science programs, a magician and ventriloquist, folk dancing and a well-dressed medieval knight will be among the programs at local libraries this summer. The annual summer reading program, sponsored by the North Central Regional Library, begins next week. The first special events are scheduled for the week of June 18.

Former ML superintendent named Administrator of the Year

WENATCHEE — Michelle Price, the former superintendent of the Moses Lake School District and current superintendent of the North Central Educational Service District (ESD) has been named National Education Administrator of the Year for 2018.

Water Day

1979 tourney produces 132 bass

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Taking another look at the Messiah

Mark 8: 22-26: “They came to Bethsaida. Some people brought a blind man to him and begged him to touch him. He took the blind man by the hand and led him out of the village; and when he had put saliva on his eyes and laid his hands on him, he asked him, ‘Can you see anything?’ And the man looked up and said, ‘I can see people, but they look like trees, walking.’ Then Jesus laid his hands on his eyes again; and he looked intently and his sight was restored, and he saw everything clearly. Then he sent him away to his home, saying, ‘Do not even go into the village.’”

Samaritan outlines opioid response

MOSES LAKE — Opioid medications and abuse, and what Samaritan Healthcare is doing to reduce the chances for abuse, was the subject of discussion at the regular hospital district commission meeting Tuesday.

Man charged with assaulting Moses Lake police officers last year

MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake man reportedly had drugs in his system in February 2017 when he assaulted two Moses Lake cops and grabbed at one of their weapons.

Classic car show results announced

The Moses Lake Classic Car Club has announced the winners of last Saturday’s car show in downtown Moses Lake.

Legals June 1, 2018

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE MOSES LAKE CITY COUNCIL 6-YEAR TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PLAN 7:00 P.M. ON TUESDAY, JUNE 12, 2018 MOSES LAKE CIVIC CENTER 401 S BALSAM ST MOSES LAKE, WA 98837 The City Council of the City of Moses Lake invites all interested parties to attend a Public Hearing on June 12, 2018, at 7:00 p.m. to offer testimony on the City's proposed 6-Year Transportation Improvement Plan. A copy of the proposed plan is available from the City Clerk's Office at the Civic Center address or by calling 509-764-3703. Interested persons may provide testimony either in writing or by appearing at the Public Hearing. All questions should be directed to the City Engineer, Richard Law, at 509-764-3782. Written comments can be sent to the City Council prior to the Public Hearing, Attn: City Clerk, at the Civic Center, 401 S Balsam St, Moses Lake, WA, 98837 or via email dburke@cityofml.com. #06012/195690 Pub: June 1, 2018

Boyd back for second season with AppleSox

WENATCHEE — The Wenatchee AppleSox are welcoming 10 pitchers to join existing arms, including Hunter Boyd of Moses Lake, McCabe Cottrell, Connor McCord, Alek Jacob, Gerald Hein, Dawson Day, Drake Maningo, and Nick Seamons – as well as the team’s 18 other announced players to round out this season’s expected roster Head Coach Kyle Krustangel announced.

MarDon Fresh News — June 1, 2018

The current water level on the Potholes Reservoir is 1044.26 feet a foot down from last week. The water temperature on the main Reservoir is at 75 degrees and in the mid upper 70’s back in the sand dunes.

Royal Knights Soccer takes third at State Championship

SUMNER — Senior Michael Rojas scored a goal in each half and Royal beat Seattle Academy 2-1 to place third in the 1A Boys Soccer Championship held at Sunset Chev Stadium in Sumner over the weekend.

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Walleyes ready to take new season to a different level

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Walleyes will take advantage of new blood and old school when they open the AA baseball season against Wenatchee Monday at 5 p.m. at Larson Playfield.

Father's Day breakfast planned

The Desert Aire Airport will be a buzz with airplanes from all over the area that will be flying in to enjoy the annual Father’s Day weekend hardy sausage, pancake and eggs breakfast Saturday, June 16.