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2-month sentence for man who waved knife at officers

QUINCY — A 25-year-old man was sentenced to two months in county jail following an incident where he waved a knife at Quincy police officers during a traffic stop.

Legals April 30, 2019

CALL FOR BIDS CITY OF WARDEN WEIR WAY & 8TH STREET PROJECT Sealed Proposals will be received by the undersigned at the Sealed Proposals will be received by the undersigned at the City of Warden, 121 South Main Street, Warden, Washington 98857 up to 2:00 PM; local time on Tuesday, May 7, 2019, for furnishing the necessary labor, materials, equipment, tools, and guarantees thereof to construct Weir Way & 8th Street Project. This Contract provides for three (3) schedules of work, all in accordance with the attached Contract Plans, these Special Provisions, and the Standard Specifications: Schedule A: Weir Way Reconstruction: The construction of the overlay of approximately 1,610 lineal feet of Weir Way, including but not limited to pulverizing the existing pavement, excavation, grading, subgrade preparation, driveway entrances, cement treated base, hot mix asphalt pavement, pavement marking, miscellaneous surface restoration, traffic control and all other appurtenances required to complete the work. Schedule B: 8th Street Reconstruction: The construction of the overlay of approximately 600 lineal feet of 8th Street, including but not limited to pulverizing the existing pavement, excavation, grading, subgrade preparation, storm drainage improvements, cement concrete curb, gutters, curb ramps, sidewalks, driveway entrances, cement treated base, hot mix asphalt pavement, pavement marking, miscellaneous surface restoration, traffic control and all other appurtenances required to complete the work. Additive Item No. 1: Schedule C: 8th Street Water Main Crossing: The construction of approximately 80 LF of 8-inch PVC C900 water main at the intersection of 8th Street and Weaver Road. The basis of award shall be the lowest, responsive, responsible bidder for Schedule A and Schedule B, or Schedule A, Schedule B, and Additive Item No. 1: Schedule C as available funding allows and as it best serves the interests of the Contracting Agency. The Work shall be substantially complete within 40 working days after the commencement date stated in the Notice to Proceed. All bidding and construction is to be performed in compliance with the Contract Provisions and Contract Plans for this project and any addenda issued thereto that are on file at the office of the City Clerk, City Hall, Warden, Washington. The Proposals will be publicly opened and read aloud shortly after the time and date stated above. Proposals are to be submitted only on the form provided with the Bid Documents. All Proposals must be accompanied by a certified check, postal money order, cashiers check, or Proposal bond payable to the "City of Warden" and in an amount of not less than five percent (5%) of the total Proposal amount. Bid Documents for this project are available free-of-charge at the following website: "http://gobids.grayandosborne.com". Bidders are encouraged to "Register" as a planholder in order to receive automatic email notification of applicable addenda and to be placed on the "Planholder List". For assistance, please call (509) 453 4833. Contract questions shall be directed only to the office of the Project Engineer. Financing of the Project has been provided by the City, Washington and the Washington State Transportation Improvement Board. The City expressly reserves the right to reject any or all Proposals and to waive minor irregularities or informalities and to Award the Project to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder as it best serves the interests of the City. (Signed) KRISTINE SHULER CITY CLERK/ADMINISTRATOR #04028/285772 Pub: April 19, 30, 2019

Legals April 29, 2019

STATE OF WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY UNION GAP, WASHINGTON NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO CHANGE PURPOSE AND PLACE OF USE UNDER WATER RIGHT NOS. S4-01002J and SWC10379. TAKE NOTICE: That on April 23, 2019, the Oroville-Tonasket Irrigation District (OTID) of Oroville, Washington filed application numbers CS4-ADJ01P2@13 and CS4-SWC10379@1 with the Washington State Department of Ecology to change the purpose and place of use to instream flow and mitigation under water right Nos.S4-01002J and SWC10379 That No. S4-01002J, under priority date of March 1, 1912, authorizes the diversion of 176.80 cubic feet per second (cfs) and 33,070 acre-feet per year (ac-ft/yr) for irrigation of 8,000 acres. And that No. SWC 10379, under priority date of August 13, 1954, authorizes the diversion of 130.68 cfs (additive) and 33,070 ac-ft/yr (non-additive) for irrigation of 8,000 acres (non-additive). Both rights authorize use from April 1 through October 15 within the OTID service area. That both water rights authorize the diversion of water from Lake Osoyoos, the Okanogan River, and the Similkameen River at points located: 1) SE1/4SE1/4 of Section 21, Township 40 North (N), Range 27 East Willamette Meridian (E.W.M.); 2) SE1/4NE1/4 of Section 34, Township 39 N., Range 27 E.W.M., 3) E1/2NW1/4 of Section 3, Township 38 N., Range 27 E.W.M.; 4) NE1/4SE1/4 of Section 27, Township 38 N., Range 27 E.W.M.; 5) SE1/4SE1/4 of Section 4, Township 37 N., Range 27 E.W.M.; 6) SE1/4NE1/4 of Section 20, Township 37 N., Range 27 E.W.M.; and 7) SW1/4NE1/4 of Section 13, Township 40 N., Range 26 E.W.M (under No. S4-01002J); or 8) NE1/4NW1/4 of Section 7, Township 40 N., Range26 E.W.M. (under No. SWC10379), all located in Okanogan County, Washington. That said applicant proposes to change the purposes of use to instream flow and mitigation, and change the places of use to Lake Osoyoos, the Okanogan River, the Similkameen River, and the Columbia River. The resulting water rights will be managed in the Washington State Trust Water Right Program and will be used to benefit instream flows in Lake Osoyoos and the Similkameen, Okanogan, and Columbia Rivers and to mitigate out of priority uses. Protests or objections to approval of this application must include a detailed statement of the basis for objections. All letters of protest will become public record. Cash shall not be accepted. Fees must be paid by check or money order and are nonrefundable. Protests must be accompanied by a $50 recording fee payable to the Department of Ecology, Cashiering Unit, PO Box 47611, Olympia WA 98504-7611, within 30 days from: May 6, 2019 #05014/288217 Pub: April 29, 2019 & May 6, 2019

Man who allegedly fled scene of motorcycle crash turns himself in

Passenger was seriously injured in the crash

Turkey dinner planned at Senior Center in 1975

E-mail from Cheryl

Fishing season opens tomorrow

The general lowland lakes fishing season opens tomorrow, Saturday, April 27. We have mentioned this before, but a day trip is worth the effort.

Legals April 26, 2019

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS LAKESHORE RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT - 2019 Moses Lake, Washington Sealed bids will be received at the Civic Center Annex, 321 South Balsam, (P. O. Box 1579), Moses Lake, Washington 98837 until MAY 22, 2019; 11:00 AM, for the above-named improvement. Said bids will be opened and publicly read at that time. All bids shall be received before said opening time in sealed envelopes with LAKESHORE RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT - 2019 marked plainly thereon. All bids shall be accompanied by a deposit in the form of a postal money order, cashier's check, or bond in an amount equal to 5 percent of the maximum total amount of the bid. Should the successful bidder fail to enter into a contract or furnish a satisfactory contract bond within the time stated in the specifications, the deposit shall be forfeited to the City. Plans and specifications may be obtained at no cost via electronic transmission from the City of Moses Lake. Paper copies of the plans and specifications may also be obtained from the Civic Center Annex at the above address for a non-refundable fee of $50. Plans and specifications can be requested by responding to this email, or by calling the Contact person listed below during normal business hours. Copies of plans and specifications are on file for review at various construction councils. All bidders shall call 509-764-3783 prior to bid opening to sign up as a bidder on the project, whether or not they request a hard copy or obtain a digital copy of the Specifications. Bids received from bidders who are not signed in as a bidder on the project will be rejected for being non-responsive. Contact person: Jeff Holm; 509.764.3781 PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Schedule A reconstructs 0.8 miles of Lakeshore Drive from Pommer Street to Wanapum Drive. The existing county style roadway with no curb and sidewalk will become a typical 33-foot wide city standard street with five foot sidewalk on one side and a ten foot concrete activity trail on the other side of the street with storm drainage infiltration galleries or drywells. Schedule B includes relocation of the existing Lakeshore Drive water main with a new 8-inch PVC water main, replacement of all water services, and replacement of the fire hydrants. Schedule C reconstructs 0.1 miles of Peterson Place from Lakeshore Drive to Peninsula Drive with five foot sidewalks on both sides. Schedule D includes a new 8-inch PVC water main in Peterson Place from Lakeshore Drive to Peninsula Dr. Estimated Project Cost: $1,900,000 The City Council reserves the right to reject any or all bids if such action is in the best interest of the City. #04034/287724 Pub: April 26, 29, 2019

Tractor GPS thefts on the rise in Grant County

GRANT COUNTY — Thefts involving farm tractor GPS equipment is on the rise around Grant County.

Legals April 25, 2019

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KING, JUVENILE DEPARTMENT IN RE THE DEPENDENCY OF: NO: 19-7-00381-1 KNT ACE STEVEN NICHOLAS FAULK NOTICE OF HEARING DOB: 8/30/2018 ___________________________________ TO: * Eric Hall, Alleged Father; Daniel Lisenbey, Presumed Father; Unknown Father,and/or anyone claiming parental/paternal rights or interest in the child and to AllWhom It May Concern: On February 6, 2019, a petition for Dependency was filed in the above entitled Court, pursuant to RCW 13.34.080 and/or RCW 26.33.310 regarding the above named child, whose parents are Ashley Lynn Faulk-Lisenbey a/k/a Ashley Lynn Faulk and *. [FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CALL 253-372-5738, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.] Said Petition will be heard on May 30, 2019, at the hour of 8:15 a.m., at King County Superior Court, Juvenile Department, 401 4th Ave North, Kent, WA 98032, before a judge of the above entitled court, at which time you are directed to appear and answer the said petition or the petition will be granted and action will be taken by the court such as shall appear to be for the welfare of the said child. Dated April 19, 2019. BARBARA MINER KING COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT CLERK BY: AMD, Deputy Clerk #05008/286371 Pub: April 25, 2019 & May 2, 9, 2019

Making opening day a fun trip

Anglers from all over Washington State are looking forward to the Saturday general fishing opener. The opening day of fishing in the Columbia Basin is always dependent upon the weather for turnout and success rate.

McKenzie Fultz sponsored as a legislative page by Rep. Mary Dye

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Desert Aire to open visitor center

DESERT AIRE — The new Desert Aire visitor center will hold its grand opening on Saturday. The visitors center is located at the entrance of Desert Aire, in the old Desert Aire Citizens Patrol building. The grand opening will include the Grant County Sheriff’s Office, the local fire department, a truck with a secure document shredder and home and street clean up for Desert Aire homeowners. There will also be a ceremony at 2 p.m. at the visitor center.

Adams County announces election filing dates

RITZVILLE — If you live in Adams County, and have a hankering to run for office this fall, the time to file to run is fast approaching, according to the Adams County Auditor.

Goodbye to last Doolittle Raider, a hero of the Greatest Generation

On April 9, we said goodbye to a hero of the Greatest Generation. Retired Lt. Col. Richard “Dick” Cole, the last surviving member of the Doolittle Raiders, passed away at the age of 103.

Othello woman dies in collision near Toppenish

TOPPENISH — Alcohol and/or drugs allegedly played a role in a fatal Monday morning collision near Toppenish that took the life of a 24-year-old Othello woman.

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Othello council struggles with CBHA, mother-in-law apartments

OTHELLO — It was a busy night for members of the Othello City Council on Monday, even though they did little more than postpone consideration of several important issues to future meetings.

Othello, Brewster split non-league doubleheader

OTHELLO — The last Othello Huskies baseball home game of the season resulted in a split with the Brewster Bears in a non-league doubleheader Saturday.

City council roundup: Royal council approves use of city property for Summerfest

George City Hall to get new flag pole

Othello FFA to hold plant sale

OTHELLO — The Othello FFA will hold its annual plant sale on Friday and Saturday, April 26 and 27 and May 3 and 4. The sale will be held at the Othello High School greenhouse, located at the back of the school, off of Juniper Street.

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Len (Lynn) J. Gearheart

February 16, 1927 – April 13, 2019

NCRL gets new name

Rural development workshops coming to Othello, Ritzville

ADAMS COUNTY — Kirk Pearson, Washington’s Director of USDA Rural Development, will be presenting two workshops on rural development funding programs on Thursday, April 25 in Othello and Ritzville.

Legals April 24, 2019

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY JUVENILE DIVISION. IN THE WELFARE OF INFANT GIRL (2) DIAZ, CASE NO. 19-7-00093-13, DOB: 02/10/2019, MINOR CHILD NOTICE OF SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION (DEPENDENCY) TO: Jessica Diaz and anyone claiming a Parental interest. A Dependency Petition was filed on 02/26/2019. A Fact Finding Hearing will be held 05/14/2019 at 9:00 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 __12th___ day of __April____, 2019. /s Deputy Clerk Shelly Spencer #05003/285190 Pub April 14, 24, 2019 & May 1, 2019

Othello woman dies in rollover near Toppenish

By RICHARD BYRD

Search lands 3 in jail in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE — A search warrant conducted in Moses Lake last week landed three people in jail and yielded drugs, a stolen gun and other stolen property.

Legals April 22, 2019

INVITATION TO BID The East Columbia Basin Irrigation District is accepting bids for PIPE-2019-04. Sealed bids must be received at the District's main office no later than 2:00PM, PDT, on April 25, 2019, at which time the bids will be publicly opened. For more information contact the District's main office located at 55 N. 8th Ave., Othello, Washington, 99344 or by phone at (509) 488-9671. #04025/284577 Pub: April 15, 22, 2019

Siphon bill advances in 1975

E-mail from Cheryl

Noxious weeds vs. the Bearded Bio Avengers

You know they are out there, growing, getting stronger. You are concerned about too much chemical use. Last year weeds literally drove you to your knees. You need help. Then you remember hearing about them.

Legals April 19, 2019

CALL FOR BIDS CITY OF WARDEN WEIR WAY & 8TH STREET PROJECT Sealed Proposals will be received by the undersigned at the Sealed Proposals will be received by the undersigned at the City of Warden, 121 South Main Street, Warden, Washington 98857 up to 2:00 PM; local time on Tuesday, May 7, 2019, for furnishing the necessary labor, materials, equipment, tools, and guarantees thereof to construct Weir Way & 8th Street Project. This Contract provides for three (3) schedules of work, all in accordance with the attached Contract Plans, these Special Provisions, and the Standard Specifications: Schedule A: Weir Way Reconstruction: The construction of the overlay of approximately 1,610 lineal feet of Weir Way, including but not limited to pulverizing the existing pavement, excavation, grading, subgrade preparation, driveway entrances, cement treated base, hot mix asphalt pavement, pavement marking, miscellaneous surface restoration, traffic control and all other appurtenances required to complete the work. Schedule B: 8th Street Reconstruction: The construction of the overlay of approximately 600 lineal feet of 8th Street, including but not limited to pulverizing the existing pavement, excavation, grading, subgrade preparation, storm drainage improvements, cement concrete curb, gutters, curb ramps, sidewalks, driveway entrances, cement treated base, hot mix asphalt pavement, pavement marking, miscellaneous surface restoration, traffic control and all other appurtenances required to complete the work. Additive Item No. 1: Schedule C: 8th Street Water Main Crossing: The construction of approximately 80 LF of 8-inch PVC C900 water main at the intersection of 8th Street and Weaver Road. The basis of award shall be the lowest, responsive, responsible bidder for Schedule A and Schedule B, or Schedule A, Schedule B, and Additive Item No. 1: Schedule C as available funding allows and as it best serves the interests of the Contracting Agency. The Work shall be substantially complete within 40 working days after the commencement date stated in the Notice to Proceed. All bidding and construction is to be performed in compliance with the Contract Provisions and Contract Plans for this project and any addenda issued thereto that are on file at the office of the City Clerk, City Hall, Warden, Washington. The Proposals will be publicly opened and read aloud shortly after the time and date stated above. Proposals are to be submitted only on the form provided with the Bid Documents. All Proposals must be accompanied by a certified check, postal money order, cashiers check, or Proposal bond payable to the "City of Warden" and in an amount of not less than five percent (5%) of the total Proposal amount. Bid Documents for this project are available free-of-charge at the following website: "http://gobids.grayandosborne.com". Bidders are encouraged to "Register" as a planholder in order to receive automatic email notification of applicable addenda and to be placed on the "Planholder List". For assistance, please call (509) 453 4833. Contract questions shall be directed only to the office of the Project Engineer. Financing of the Project has been provided by the City, Washington and the Washington State Transportation Improvement Board. The City expressly reserves the right to reject any or all Proposals and to waive minor irregularities or informalities and to Award the Project to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder as it best serves the interests of the City. (Signed) KRISTINE SHULER CITY CLERK/ADMINISTRATOR #04028/285772 Pub: April 19, 30, 2019

Presentation on issues involving teens coming to Mattawa

MATTAWA - “Hidden in Plain Site,” a presentation on identifying problems and risky behaviors in teens, will be held on Tuesday, April 23 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Wahluke High School Auditorium, in Mattawa. Attendees will be given the tools to help identify teen drug use, mental health issues, unhealthy relationships and human trafficking.

Thief steals useless, easily traceable devices

MOSES LAKE — A thief who broke into the AT&T retail store on South Pioneer Way in the wee hours of Wednesday morning stole several phones and tablets that usually retail for hundreds of dollars each and had been on display.

Legals April 18, 2019

PUBLIC NOTICE - The April meeting of the Noxious Weed Control Board of Grant County will be held Thursday, April 25, 2019, at 7:00 p.m., at the Bureau of Reclamation Building, 32 C Street NW, Room 321, Ephrata, Washington. Signed: Ron Tebow, Chairman; Rich Callahan, Vice-Chairman; Summer Sahli, Director; Chuck Sandmann, Director; Wes Sieg, Director Publish 4/18/19; 4/22/19 #04016/281863 Pub: April 18, 22, 2019

Fishing season opens April 27, prospects continue

The general lowland lake fishing opener is a week from this Saturday, April 27.

Duane Harlan Dunsire

December 19, 1939 – April 8, 2019

Large grant to help Othello food processor expand

OLYMPIA — A state grant will be aiding Othello-based SVZ-USA in its expansion plans.

Wahluke School Board approves gift of field house

MATTAWA — The Wahluke School Board voted to accept the gift of a field house from the Wahluke Enrichment Organization (WEO) during a meeting on Tuesday, April 9.

McFarland Middle School students get taste of medicine

OTHELLO — What is it like to touch a human brain? Ask the students from McFarland Middle School in Othello.

Othello City Council discusses accessory dwelling units

OTHELLO — Accessory Dwelling Units were the primary topic of discussion during an Othello city council meeting on Monday, April 8.

Bernie Garza Jr. continuing stellar senior year in soccer

OTHELLO — Bernie Garza Jr. sprinted forward from his midfield position to join an attack with teammate Juan Tapia.

State patrol: Vantage semi crash caused by negligent driving

VANTAGE — A semi traveling westbound on I-90 over the Vantage Bridge was driving too fast to negotiate the curve, causing it to roll over the Jersey barrier and come to rest across the eastbound lanes around 9 a.m. April 10, according to the state patrol.

Old Hotel Art Gallery features new artist of the month

OTHELLO — Pat Bullis is the featured artist this month at the Old Hotel Art Gallery in Othello.

Ruth Marie Campbell

April 26, 1934 – April 6, 2019

Legals April 17, 2019

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY JUVENILE DIVISION. IN THE WELFARE OF INFANT GIRL (2) DIAZ, CASE NO. 19-7-00093-13, DOB: 02/10/2019, MINOR CHILD NOTICE OF SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION (DEPENDENCY) TO: Jessica Diaz and anyone claiming a Parental interest. A Dependency Petition was filed on 02/26/2019. A Fact Finding Hearing will be held 05/14/2019 at 9:00 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 __12th___ day of __April____, 2019. /s Deputy Clerk Shelly Spencer #05003/285190 Pub April 14, 24, 2019 & May 1, 2019

Legals April 17, 2019

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS WELL #10 DRILLING PROJECT - 2019 Othello, Washington Sealed bids will be received at the Othello City Hall, 500 East Main Street, Othello, Washington 99344 until May 13, 2019 at 2:00 p.m., for the above-named improvement. Said bids will be opened and publicly read at that time. All bids shall be received before said opening time in sealed envelopes with WELL #10 DRILLING PROJECT- 2019 marked plainly thereon. All bids shall be accompanied by a deposit in the form of a postal money order, cashier's check, or bond in an amount equal to 5 percent of the maximum total amount of the bid. Should the successful bidder fail to enter into a contract or furnish a satisfactory contract bond within the time stated in the specifications, the deposit shall be forfeited to the City. Plans and specifications may be obtained at no cost via electronic transmission from the City of Othello. Paper copies of the plans and specifications may also be obtained from the City at the above address for a non-refundable fee of $35.00. Plans and specifications can be requested by responding to the email, or by calling the Contact person listed below during normal business hours. Copies of plans and specifications are on file for review at various construction councils. All bidders shall call 509-331-2711 prior to bid opening to sign up as a bidder on the project, whether or not they request a hard copy or obtain a digital copy of the Specifications. Bids received from bidders who are not signed in as a bidder on the project will be rejected for being non responsive. Contact person: Shawn O'Brien, P.E. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project consists of drilling a 20-inch diameter municipal well into the Wanapum Basalt Formation, developing , and pump testing the well. Estimated Project Cost: $550,000 The City Council reserves the right to reject any or all bids if such action is in the best interest of the City. #04005/283949 Pub: April 17, 2019

South County roundup: Othello baseball blows out Prosser

Othello 11, Prosser 1

Legals April 16, 2019

INVITATION TO BID RUSSELL D. SMITH POWER PLANT GOVERNOR/HYDRAULIC SYSTEM UPGRADE COLUMBIA BASIN HYDROPOWER Bidders are invited to submit sealed bids for the design and delivery of a digital governor and associated hydraulic system at the Russell D. Smith Power Plant in Othello, Washington, in accordance with applicable industry standards, regulatory requirements, and supplied specifications. Bids shall be on a lump sum basis in U.S. dollars. A site visit will begin at the Russell D. Smith Power Plant, at 1130 State Highway 17, Othello, Washington on April 24, 2019 at 1:00PM. Columbia Basin Hydropower (hereinafter referred to as CBHP), will receive sealed bids until 10:00 AM local time on May 20, 2019 at CBHP office, 457 1st Avenue NW, Ephrata, Washington 98823. Bids will then and there be publicly opened and read aloud. Bids received after the time of announced opening will not be accepted and will be returned unopened. A Notice of Award will be issued on or about May 28, 2019. Design and delivery of equipment is to be completed by November 25, 2019. Contact CBHP office (509-754-2227) for an electronic copy of the detailed bid package. CBHP reserves the right to waive any irregularities as informalities and to reject any and all bids. #04023/283920 Pub: April 16, 23, 30, 2019

Isaac Madsen: Eco-Gardening Symposium speaker of note

The fifth annual Columbia Basin Eco-Gardening Symposium promises to offer a sensational diversity of speakers, resource exhibitors, door prizes, and food. The event takes place Saturday, April 13, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Technical Skills Center at 900 Yonezawa Blvd. in Moses Lake. It is co-sponsored by the Grant County Conservation District and the Grant-Adams Master Gardener Foundation.

Crab Creek oil spill in 1979

E-mail from Cheryl

Legals April 12, 2019

PUBLIC NOTICE The East Columbia Basin Irrigation District will be making aquatic herbicide treatments beginning in May 2019 and continuing through the end of the 2019 irrigation season. These herbicide treatments will be made pursuant to a Department of Ecology NPDES General Permit for Aquatic Weed Control in Irrigation Systems (Permit No. WAG-991010). The District's service area is located in Moses Lake, Warden and Othello areas of Grant and Adams Counties. The District operates the East Low Canal and its laterals plus some laterals on the Potholes East Canal. 49 locations on various canals, laterals, wasteways and drains within the District's service areas will receive these treatments to control the growth of algae, moss and pondweeds. Frequency of treatments varies from as often as biweekly to as seldom as twice per irrigation season depending on location and circumstances. Permanent signs giving notice of aquatic herbicide treatments have been erected at public road crossing of treated waterways within one mile of the treatment sites. The herbicides being used for these treatments are copper sulfate, Captain Aquatic Herbicide (copper), Endothall and Magnicide H(acrolein) which are registered for such use under the Federal insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). Water remains suitable for irrigation use during aquatic herbicide treatments. Treated water is not suitable for drinking or swimming. Individuals desiring additional information about these treatments should contact the East District's main office in Othello at (509) 488-9671 and ask to speak to the Secretary-Manager or Water Quality Supervisor. Inquires may also be directed to the Department of Ecology Eastern Regional Office in Spokane, (509) 625-5194 East Columbia Basin Irrigation District, 55 North 8th Avenue, Po Box E, Othello WA 99344 #04006/278864 Pub: March 29, 2019 & April 5, 12, 2019

Moses Lake woman arrested for throwing rocks at cars on I-90

MOSES LAKE — A 50-year-old Moses Lake woman was arrested Tuesday after throwing rocks off an Interstate 90 overpass at cars on the highway, shattering at least one windshield, according to officials with the state patrol.

Legals April 11, 2019

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY JUVENILE DIVISION. IN THE WELFARE OF ISRAEL TORRES CASE NO. 18-7-00423-13, DOB: 1/23/2018, MINOR CHILD NOTICE OF SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION (TERMINATION) TO: Jaqueline Lence and anyone claiming a Parental interest. A Termination Petition was filed on 12/13/2018. A Fact Finding Hearing will be held April 30, 2019 at 1:30 p.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 PARENTAL RIGHTS TO YOUR CHILD ARE TERMINATED. IF YOU DO NOT APPEAR AT THE HEARING THE COURT MAY ENTER AN ORDER IN YOUR ABSENCE TERMINATING YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS. To request a copy of the Notice, Summons, Dependency and Termination Petition, call DSHS at 509-764-5757. To view information about your rights in this proceeding go to www.atg.wa.gov/DPY.aspx Dated this 21st day of March, 2019. /s Deputy Clerk, Shannon Collins 04007/278861 Pub: March 27, 2019 & April 3, 10, 2019

Fishing prospects continue

This is the third in a series of columns about the fishing prospects in Eastern Washington lakes.

Scooteney Reservoir Campground opens Friday

CONNELL — The Scooteney Reservoir Campground will open for the 2019 camping season on Friday, April 12, according to the Bureau of Reclamation in a press release on March 26.

Royal City council selects engineer for Poplar Street project

ROYAL CITY — The Royal City Council selected an engineer for the Poplar Street Project during a city council meeting on Tuesday, April 2. Anderson Perry and Associates, from Walla Walla, was chosen. The city will work with the engineer to finalize the details of the project before doing a final award on the project.

Othello School Board discusses facility options

OTHELLO — Othello School Board members are asking district patrons for their ideas about the best way to address the district’s facility needs – while keeping the cost as low as possible.

Mattawa to hold car insurance expo

MATTAWA — The Mattawa Police Department will be hosting a car insurance expo on Saturday, April 13 from 5 to 8 p.m. The event will be held at Wahluke High School in the commons area.

Port of Mattawa seeks to partner with Grant Integrated

MATTAWA — The Port of Mattawa is looking to partner with Grant Integrated Services to help them get a bigger facility in Mattawa.

Hopeful but uncertain about the future of school funding

“In enacting this legislation, the legislature intends to continue to review, evaluate, and revise the definition and funding of basic education in order to continue to fulfill the state obligation under Article IX of the state Constitution. The legislature also intends to continue to strengthen and modify the structure of the entire K-12 educational system, including nonbasic education programmatic elements, in order to build the capacity to anticipate and support potential future enhancements to basic education as the educational needs of our citizens continue to evolve.” — Title 28A, Chapter 150, Section 198 of the Revised Code of Washington.

South county roundup: Othello baseball splits with Ephrata

EPHRATA — Othello maintained its second-place position in the CWAC Division I with a split in Ephrata, losing the opener 10-0 and taking the nightcap 11-1.

Othello loses controversial game to Toppenish

OTHELLO — Human error is part of sports.

Hanford B Reactor tours open to the public

By RACHAL PINKERTON

Legals April 10, 2019

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR GRANT COUNTY JUVENILE DIVISION. IN THE WELFARE OF ISRAEL TORRES CASE NO. 18-7-00423-13, DOB: 1/23/2018, MINOR CHILD NOTICE OF SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION (TERMINATION) TO: Jaqueline Lence and anyone claiming a Parental interest. A Termination Petition was filed on 12/13/2018. A Fact Finding Hearing will be held April 30, 2019 at 1:30 p.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 PARENTAL RIGHTS TO YOUR CHILD ARE TERMINATED. IF YOU DO NOT APPEAR AT THE HEARING THE COURT MAY ENTER AN ORDER IN YOUR ABSENCE TERMINATING YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS. To request a copy of the Notice, Summons, Dependency and Termination Petition, call DSHS at 509-764-5757. To view information about your rights in this proceeding go to www.atg.wa.gov/DPY.aspx Dated this 21st day of March, 2019. /s Deputy Clerk, Shannon Collins 04007/278861 Pub: March 27, 2019 & April 3, 10, 2019

Legals April 10, 2019

PUBLIC NOTICE The East Columbia Basin Irrigation District Will be making aquatic herbicide treatments beginning in May 2019 and continuing through the end of the 2019 irrigation season. These herbicide treatments will be made pursuant to a Department of Ecology NPDES General Permit for Aquatic Weed Control in Irrigation Systems (Permit No. WAG-991010). The District's service area is located in Moses Lake, Warden and Othello areas of Grant and Adams Counties. The District operates the East Low Canal and its laterals plus some laterals on the Potholes East Canal. 49 locations on various canals, laterals, wasteways and drains within the District's service areas will receive these treatments to control the growth of algae, moss and pondweeds. Frequency of treatments varies from as often as biweekly to as seldom as twice per irrigation season depending on location and circumstances. Permanent signs giving notice of aquatic herbicide treatments have been erected at public road crossing of treated waterways within one mile of the treatment sites. The herbicides being used for these treatments are copper sulfate, Captain Aquatic Herbicide (copper), Endothall and Magnicide H(acrolein) which are registered for such use under the Federal insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). Water remains suitable for irrigation use during aquatic herbicide treatments. Treated water is not suitable for drinking or swimming. Individuals desiring additional information about these treatments should contact the East District's main office in Othello at (509) 488-9671 and aSK to speak to the Secretary-Manager or Water Quality Supervisor. Inquires may also be directed to the Department of Ecology Eastern Regional Office in Spokane, (509) 625-5194 East Columbia Basin Irrigation District, 55 North 8th Avenue, Po Box E, Othello WA 99344 #04001/278699 Pub: March 27, 2019 & April 3, 10, 2019

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Legals April 5, 2019

PUBLIC NOTICE The East Columbia Basin Irrigation District will be making aquatic herbicide treatments beginning in May 2019 and continuing through the end of the 2019 irrigation season. These herbicide treatments will be made pursuant to a Department of Ecology NPDES General Permit for Aquatic Weed Control in Irrigation Systems (Permit No. WAG-991010). The District's service area is located in Moses Lake, Warden and Othello areas of Grant and Adams Counties. The District operates the East Low Canal and its laterals plus some laterals on the Potholes East Canal. 49 locations on various canals, laterals, wasteways and drains within the District's service areas will receive these treatments to control the growth of algae, moss and pondweeds. Frequency of treatments varies from as often as biweekly to as seldom as twice per irrigation season depending on location and circumstances. Permanent signs giving notice of aquatic herbicide treatments have been erected at public road crossing of treated waterways within one mile of the treatment sites. The herbicides being used for these treatments are copper sulfate, Captain Aquatic Herbicide (copper), Endothall and Magnicide H(acrolein) which are registered for such use under the Federal insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). Water remains suitable for irrigation use during aquatic herbicide treatments. Treated water is not suitable for drinking or swimming. Individuals desiring additional information about these treatments should contact the East District's main office in Othello at (509) 488-9671 and ask to speak to the Secretary-Manager or Water Quality Supervisor. Inquires may also be directed to the Department of Ecology Eastern Regional Office in Spokane, (509) 625-5194 East Columbia Basin Irrigation District, 55 North 8th Avenue, Po Box E, Othello WA 99344 #04006/278864 Pub: March 29, 2019 & April 5, 12, 2019

Hunting seasons established this weekend

The Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission will be busy this weekend. This body will set the 2019 hunting seasons and review the annual wolf report. Note the ending of the antlerless white-tail deer hunts in some areas.

Smoke on the water Island burns in Moses Lake Thursday

MOSES LAKE — A fire swept through a small island on Moses Lake off state Route 17 Thursday afternoon where Crab Creek feeds into the lake, necessitating a response from the city fire department, Grant County Fire District No. 5, the Washington State Patrol and the Moses Lake Police Department.

Opening day prospects continued

This is the second in a series of columns about the fishing prospects in Columbia Basin lakes.

Even districts less affected by funding changes ask 'is it sustainable?'

QUINCY — John Boyd is not hesitant to say the Quincy School District is blessed.

GTA changes routes schedules, times

MOSES LAKE — Grant Transit Authority’s (GTA) changes to its bus routes and schedules were implemented on Monday. Some routes stayed the same, while others were cut or combined with other routes. A few routes were turned into Dial-A-Ride Transportation (DART) services.

Adams County Sheriff's Posse gives money to Adams County Sheriff

Othello — The Adams County Sheriff’s Posse presented a $2,700 check to Adams County Sheriff Dale Wagner on Thursday, March 28. The money will go towards the purchase of a new weapons storage.

Royal falls to Warden in extras on wacky final play

WARDEN — Wade Visker’s prime objective was to make enough contact to score Holden Haworth from third base.

Washington Hay Growers offers scholarship

KENNEWICK — The Washington State Hay Growers Association has announced that it is offering a $2,500 scholarship. Priority will be given to members in agriculture, then non-members.

Royal High School Dance Team competes at state

YAKIMA — The Royal High School Dance Team competed in state competition on March 22 at the Yakima Valley Sundome.

Final George Coffee House of the season this Saturday

GEORGE — The George Community Hall will be alive with music this weekend.

Egg-based vandalism across Moses Lake Monday night

MOSES LAKE — Some vandals hatched a plot Monday night to shell houses and cars across Moses Lake with improvised munitions, egging property in a possible April Fools’ yolk gone rotten.

South county roundup: Wahluke softball holds off Class 2A Quincy

Monday

12-year-old bicyclist struck by vehicle near Schawana

SCHWAWANA — A 12-year-old boy riding a bicycle was struck and injured near Schawana over the weekend.

Royal School Board approves 2019/2020 calendar

ROYAL CITY — The Royal City School Board approved the calendar for next school year during a meeting on Monday, March 25.

Legals April 3, 2019

PUBLIC NOTICE Baseline.5 SE west of Road O SE and east of Road N SE, will be closed to thru traffic on Thursday, April 4, 2019, through Saturday April 6, 2019, from 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Questions can be directed to the Moses Lake Watermaster at the East Columbia Basin Irrigation District (509) 765-5151. #04013/280776 Pub: April 1, 2, 3, 2019

Legals April 3, 2019

ADAMS COUNTY SMALL WORKS ROSTER/VENDORS LIST In accordance with RCW 39.04.155 and RCW 39.04.190 as authorized by the Board of Fire Commissioners; the Adams County Fire Protection District No. 5 is now accepting application for its Small Works Roster and Vendors List. The roster and list will cover the purchase of materials, supplies including fuel and oil, and equipment not connected to a project with an estimated cost greater than $4,500,but less than $10,000 for the Vendor List and projects including building and maintenace repair between $2,500 and $200,000 for the Small Works Roster. All vendors already on the list/roster will remain on the list/rosters as active until notified as otherwise. Required application forms can be picked up or emailed/faxed to you by: Adams County Fire District No. 5 Attn: District Secretary 220 S Broadway Othello, WA 99344 Phone (509)488-2951 Fax (509)488-7808 eheist@acfd5.com Please specify Small Works Roster or Vender List Application. Minority and small businesses are encouraged to apply. #04002/279234 Pub: April 3, 2019

Legals April 2, 2019

Advertisement for Pre-Solicitation Informational Meeting Port of Moses Lake - Grant County International Airport Runway 14L-32R Line-of-Sight Rehabilitation Project The Port of Moses Lake is conducting an Informational Meeting to interested contractors and suppliers to explain the draft scope of work and project requirements associated with the future Runway 14L-32R Line-of-Sight Rehabilitation project. This project is anticipated to advertise in May 2019. The meeting will be held on April 11, 2019 at 1:00 PM at the Grant County International Airport, located at 7810 Andrews NE, Moses Lake, WA 98337, in the fire department training room located in the building immediately east of the airport terminal. Following the Informational Meeting, contractors and suppliers can schedule a 30-minutue, one-on-one phone meeting with the Port to discuss the project through April 30, 2019. This would be an opportunity for contractors to express/provide concerns or recommendations regarding the scope and project requirements with Port staff. Feedback provided by the contractors may be incorporated into the advertised project documents. The registration deadline for the one-on-one meetings is April 25, 2019, 3:00 PM. This is NOT a pre-bid meeting and job site walk or an advertisement. Documents posted are in draft form, subject to change, and should not be used as a basis for future bidding. Contractors are advised to make use of the official project manual and drawing set when the project officially advertises. The Port of Moses Lake is not responsible for any costs incurred for attending this Informational Meeting or the use of pre-solicitation documents. To register for the Informational Meeting or Individual One-On-One Meetings, contact Renée Stiehl at rstiehl@centurywest.com or 253-838-2507 x400. Pre-Solicitation Documents will be available at: www.questcdn.com Description of Work The Port plans to advertise a contract in May 2019 to reconstruct an approximate 3,900 foot segment of Runway 14L-32R that has a vertical hump resulting in a line-of-sight issue. The project also replaces lighting, sign, and electrical systems. The project is funded through FAA grant funds. Draft Scope of Work 1. Reconstruction of approximately 3,900 feet of runway, including removal of existing asphalt and concrete pavements, excavation, grading, subgrade preparation, recycling of concrete for project use, placing base material, asphalt paving, concrete panel replacement, and pavement markings 2. Grooving of new asphalt pavement 3. Stormwater drainage 4. Development of onsite waste sites for placement of excavated soil 5. Replace runway and taxiway lighting 6. Replace and upgrade runway and taxiway signs 7. Replace existing Runway End Indicator Lighting System (REILS) 8. Installation of an infrared lighting system for military use 9. Replace and/or install new electrical cables, conduits, constant current regulator, and various electrical components #04012/280765 Pub: April 2, 4, 2019

Jean Adelaide Mary Chisholm Leary

Jean Adelaide Mary Chisholm Leary passed away on March 16, 2019. She was born Aug. 15, 1938 in Alliance, Nebraska but called Burley, Idaho home after her parents, Donald A. and Mary Kennedy Chisholm moved there when she was young.

Legals April 1, 2019

PUBLIC NOTICE Baseline.5 SE west of Road O SE and east of Road N SE, will be closed to thru traffic on Thursday, April 4, 2019, through Saturday April 6, 2019, from 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Questions can be directed to the Moses Lake Watermaster at the East Columbia Basin Irrigation District (509) 765-5151. #04013/280776 Pub: April 1, 2, 3, 2019