Ellington

Legals January 31, 2019

PUBLIC NOTICE THE DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR BUREAU OF RECLAMATION COLUMBIA BASIN PROJECT, WASHINGTON NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: The Department of the Interior, through the Bureau of Reclamation, proposes during calendar years 2019 and 2020, with respect to contracts for the use of surface water for Municipal and Industrial (M&I) and miscellaneous purposes within the Columbia Basin Project, Washington to execute or approve new contracts, successor-in-interest documents, replacement contracts, amendments for minor changes in the water described therein. The contract actions may involve reassignments, changes in the place or type of use of the M&I surface water. Any changes would be in accordance with the State of Washington water right statutes and Federal Reclamation Law. Written data, views, arguments and inquiries concerning the proposed contract (s) may be submitted to the Ephrata Field Office Manager, Ephrata Field Office, Attention: Code 2011, Bureau of Reclamation, Columbia Basin Project, P.O. Box 815, Ephrata, Washington 98823, for a period of 60 days from the date of this notice. Telephone inquiries should be directed to Ms. Amy Rodman, 509-754-0238. All written correspondence concerning the proposed contract will be made available for review or inspection upon receipt of a written request. The contracts(s) will be subject to Article 9 (c)(2) of the Reclamation Project Act of August 4, 1939 (Public Law 260; 53 Stat. 1187). This public notice fulfills Section 226 of the Reclamation Reform Act of 1982 (Public Law 97-293; 96 Stat. 1261). #02010/264736 Pub: January 31, 2019 & February 7, 2019

SHOT Show full of information

Many hunters have heard of the SHOT Show, but few have attended. SHOT stands for Shooting Hunting and Outdoor Trade Show.

Moses Lake student arrested for distributing pills on campus

MOSES LAKE — A 15-year-old Moses Lake High School student was arrested Tuesday for allegedly distributing prescription opioids to classmates on campus, according to police reports.

Othello resident accused of homicide detained by Border Patrol

OTHELLO — The U.S. Border Patrol has detained an Othello resident and former Mexican police officer arrested a decade ago in his home country on homicide charges, according to immigration enforcement officials.

No. 5 Ephrata eliminates Othello with win on Senior Night

EPHRATA ­— The stakes were high for the Othello Huskies, needing a win and help to slug their way into the CWAC District tournament Tuesday night in the Jungle.

Othello girls qualify for CWAC District Tournament for first time in nine years

EPHRATA — Macy Hampton settled into a 19-point night, overcoming a slow start in Tuesday night’s all-important game against Ephrata.

Man arrested for allegedly breaking into ML Walmart, stealing shotgun

MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Police Department has apprehended a man who is suspected of breaking into the local Walmart and stealing a number of items, including a shotgun.

South county roundup: Mendez keeps unbeaten record intact at Lady Knights Invitational

EVERETT — Head coach JJ Martinez had one question at the front of his mind entering the final tournament of the regular season: how would undefeated 105-pounder Emily Mendez match up against top-ranked Kayla McKinley-Johnson of Federal Way?

Big Bend Electric Co-Op returning over $2 million to consumers

RITZVILLE — The Big Bend Electric Cooperative, which is headquartered in Ritzville and serves customers in both Adams and Franklin Counties, will be refunding over $2.1 million to their electric consumers.

Donation to Mattawa food bank could pay for 3 1/2 months of service

MATTAWA — The Mattawa Area Food Bank received a check for $3,500 from agriculture group Washington Producers and regional buckwheat farmers earlier this month. The check was presented to food bank staff by Port of Mattawa Director Lars Leland.

Murder Mystery inspired Old Hotel's January Artists of the Month

OTHELLO — The Othello Old Hotel has announced its January Artists of the Month, Linda Crosier, Linda Boothman, Terry Rice and Jenn Stevenson, who each produced a quilt inspired by the murder mystery, “Murder at Jamestown.”

K-9 Grizzly takes bite of domestic violence suspect near Othello

OTHELLO — Grant County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Grizzly reportedly took a bite out of a man over the weekend who was sought in connection with an alleged domestic violence incident.

3 arrested in connection with Othello drive-bys

OTHELLO — Three people are in jail in connection with a series of non-injury drive-by shootings in Othello and a subsequent search warrant at an Othello residence last week.

Othello School Board member resigns

OTHELLO — The Othello School Board is looking for a new member to fill an open seat on the board. Applications for the open district No. 4 position will be available Monday at the district office.

City approves additional money for police radio upgrade

OTHELLO — The Othello City Council on Monday voted unanimously to spend an extra $16,000 to upgrade the police department’s communications system, boosting the cost of the project to $170,000.

Quincy woman faces vehicular homicide charges in fatal crash

EPHRATA — A Quincy woman is facing charges of vehicular homicide for a severe rollover crash seven months ago which left a passenger dead and that sent sheriff’s deputies scrambling to locate the wreckage of her vehicle.

Chief Moses student brings knife to campus

MOSES LAKE — A 13-year-old student at Chief Moses Middle School was emergency expelled Monday after being spotted on campus with a pocketknife by a school resource officer, according to police reports.

Legals January 30, 2019

PUBLIC NOTICE THE DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR BUREAU OF RECLAMATION GOOSE ISLAND, POTHOLES RESERVOIR EPHRATA, WASHINGTON NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: The Bureau of Reclamation, in accordance with 43 CFR 423 Subpart B, is providing public notice that Goose Island, in Potholes Reservoir, will be closed to the public March 1 through October 15, 2019, during the dissuasion of the Caspian tern colonies on the island under the Inland Avian Predation Management Plan. There are no visitor facilities on the island. Public access will resume on October 16, 2019. Further information about this action can be obtained from the Reclamation's Ephrata Field Office by contacting Clyde Lay at (509) 754-0216. #01004/261357 Pub: January 23, 30, 2019

Legals January 30, 2019

PUBLIC NOTICE In accordance with Sec. 106 of the Programmatic Agreement, AT&T plans to install a new telecommunications facility at 640 E Elm Street, Othello WA 99344 . Please direct comments to Gavin L. at 818-898-4866 regarding site SP4359. #01060/264137 Pub: January 30, 31, 2019

Royal's Wiley Allred inducted into the hall of fame

ROYAL CITY ­— There’s been a lot of players and coaches, fans and family that have made the journey with him. And of course, the highly influential Bob Nielsen, whom he still thinks of as “Mr. Nielsen,” is looking down with a big ol’ smile.

K-9 Grizzly takes bite of domestic violence suspect

OTHELLO — K-9 Grizzly reportedly took a bite out of a man over the weekend who was sought in connection with an alleged domestic violence incident.

Jury selection begins for illegal immigrant accused of killing Quincy woman

EPHRATA — Jury selection began Monday in the murder trial of Gustavo Tapia Rodriguez, an illegal immigrant and the suspected shooter in the 2016 murder of 31-year-old Quincy resident Jill Sundberg.

Legals January 29, 2019

PUBLIC NOTICE A public hearing was held January 24, 2019, by the Noxious Weed Control Board of Grant County, for the purpose of gathering input for the 2019 county wide noxious weed list, in accordance with the adopted 2019 state noxious weed list. The 2019 county wide noxious weed list was adopted as follows: English or Common Name Botanical or Scientific Name black henbane Hyoscyamus niger blueweed Echium vulgare Brazilian elodea Egeria densa buffalobur Solanum rostratum bugloss, annual Anchusa arvensis bugloss, common Anchusa officinalis camelthorn Alhagi maurorum cereal rye Secale cereale common barberry Berberis vulgaris common crupina Crupina vulgaris common fennel, (except bulbing fennel) Foeniculum vulgare (except F. vulgare var. azoricum) common groundsel Senecio vulgaris common reed (nonnative genotypes only) Phragmites australis common St. Johnswort Hypericum perforatum common tansy Tanacetum vulgare cordgrass, common Spartina anglica cordgrass, dense-flowered Spartina densiflora cordgrass, saltmeadow Spartina patens cordgrass, smooth Spartina alterniflora Dalmatian toadflax Linaria dalmatica ssp. dalmatica dyer's woad Isatis tinctoria eggleaf spurge Euphorbia oblongata Eurasian watermilfoil Myriophyllum spicatum Eurasian watermilfoil hybrid Myriophyllum spicatum x M. sibiricum false brome Brachypodium sylvaticum fanwort Cabomba caroliniana field bindweed Convolvulus arvensis floating primrose-willow Ludwigia peploides flowering rush Butomus umbellatus French broom Genista monspessulana garlic mustard Alliaria petiolata giant hogweed Heracleum mantegazzianum goatsrue Galega officinalis gorse Ulex europaeus grass-leaved arrowhead Sagittaria graminea hairy whitetop Lepidium appelianum hairy willowherb Epilobium hirsutum hawkweed oxtongue Picris hieracioides hawkweed, orange Hieracium aurantiacum hawkweeds: All nonnative species and Hieracium, subgenus Pilosella hybrids of the Meadow subgenus hawkweeds: All nonnative species and Hieracium, subgenus Hieracium hybrids of the Wall subgenus herb-Robert Geranium robertianum hoary alyssum Berteroa incana hoary cress Lepidium draba houndstongue Cynglossum officinale hydrilla Hydrilla verticillata indigobush Amorpha fruticosa Johnsongrass Sorghum halepense jointed goatgrass Aegilops cylindrica knapweed, bighead Centaurea macrocephala knapweed, black Centaurea nigra knapweed, brown Centaurea jacea knapweed, diffuse Centaurea diffusa knapweed, meadow Centaurea x moncktonii knapweed, Russian Rhaponticum repens knapweed, spotted Centaurea stoebe knapweed, Vochin Centaurea nigrescens knotweed, Bohemian Polygonum x bohemicum knotweed, giant Polygonum sachalinense knotweed, Himalayan Persicaria wallichii knotweed, Japanese Polygonum cuspidatum kochia Bassia scoparia kudzu Pueraria montana var. lobata longspine sandbur Cenchrus longispinus loosestrife, garden Lysimachia vulgaris loosestrife, purple Lythrum salicaria Malta starthistle Centaurea melitensis meadow clary Salvia pratensis oriental clematis Clematis orientalis oxeye daisy Leucanthemum vulgare parrotfeather Myriophyllum aquaticum perennial pepperweed Lepidium latifolium poison hemlock Conium maculatum policeman's helmet Impatiens glandulifera puncturevine Tribulus terrestris purple starthistle Centaurea calcitrapa Ravenna grass Saccharum ravennae reed sweetgrass Glyceria maxima ricefield bulrush Schoenoplectus mucronatus rush skeletonweed Chondrilla juncea Russian olive Elaeagnus angustifolia sage, clary Salvia sclarea sage, Mediterranean Salvia aethiopis saltcedar Tamarix ramosissima scentless mayweed Matricaria perforata Scotch broom Cytisus scoparius shiny geranium Geranium lucidum silverleaf nightshade Solanum elaeagnifolium small-flowered jewelweed Impatiens parviflora Spanish broom Spartium junceum spurge flax Thymelaea passerina spurge laurel Daphne laureola spurge, leafy Euphorbia virgata spurge, myrtle Euphorbia myrsinites sulfur cinquefoil Potentilla recta Swainsonpea Sphaerophysa salsula Syrian beancaper Zygophyllum fabago tansy ragwort Jacobaea vulgaris Texas blueweed Helianthus ciliaris thistle, bull Cirsium vulgare thistle, Canada Cirsium arvense thistle, Italian Carduus pycnocephalus thistle, milk Silybum marianum thistle, musk Carduus nutans thistle, plumeless Carduus acanthoides thistle, Scotch Onopordum acanthium thistle, slenderflower Carduus tenuiflorus variable-leaf milfoil Myriophyllum heterophyllum velvetleaf Abutilon theophrasti water primrose Ludwigia hexapetala white bryony Bryonia alba white cockle Silene latifolia ssp. alba wild carrot (except where Daucus carota commercially grown) wild chervil Anthriscus sylvestris wild four-o'clock Mirabilis nyctaginea yellow archangel Lamiastrum galeobdolon yellow floating heart Nymphoides peltata yellow nutsedge Cyperus esculentus yellow starthistle Centaurea solstitialis yellowflag iris Iris pseudacorus Noxious Weeds Recommended for Control The following noxious weeds are present in Grant County and recommended for control. Control of these noxious weeds is non-mandatory with information on plant characteristics and control methods available from the Weed Board. medusahead Taeniatherum caput-medusae tree-of-heaven Ailanthus altissima The 2019 Regulation and Policy Letter is available from the Noxious Weed Control Board of Grant County, 32 "C" Street N.W., Room 321, Ephrata, Washington, (509) 754-2011, Ext. 4710. Signed: Ron Tebow, Chairman Richard Callahan, Vice-Chairman Summer Sahli, Director Chuck Sandmann, Director Wes Sieg, Director #01061/264376 Pub: January 29, 2019

Man blames meth on his 13-year-old daughter

MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake man blamed his 13-year-old daughter for the meth that law enforcement found on him Sunday evening.

MLSD: Viral social media post used to spread Chief Moses threat rumor

By RICHARD BYRD

Legals January 28, 2019

PUBLIC NOTICE A public hearing was held January 24, 2019, at the Bureau of Reclamation Building, Ephrata, Washington, for the purpose of considering applications to determine the nominations for the position of Director for Section 5 of the Noxious Weed Control Board of Grant County. The Noxious Weed Control Board of Grant County unanimously recommends that the following candidate be considered as nominee: Richard Callahan Signed: Ron Tebow, Chairman Richard Callahan, Vice-Chairman Summer Sahli, Director Chuck Sandmann, Director Wes Sieg, Director #01059/263882 Pub: January 28, 2019

'Safety concern' reported at Chief Moses Middle School, MLSD says school to go on as planned

By RICHARD BYRD

Police seeking help in Quincy bar shooting

By EMRY DINMAN

Fiery semi collision snarls traffic near Moses Lake

By EMRY DINMAN

Woman arrested in INET drug bust, allegedly brought children to drug buys

By CHARLES H. FEATHERSTONE

Paving Moses Lake streets in 1981

E-mail from Cheryl

Legals January 25, 2019

REQUEST FOR LETTERS OF INTEREST Letters of Interest will be received by Aging & Adult Care of Central Washington (AACCW) for provision of conducting support groups and informational services for the Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP). Experience in developing and conducting support groups, with preference given for those with knowledge of the FCSP and Dementia Care and related issues. Contractor must provide own transportation and be willing to travel throughout Adams, Chelan, Douglas and Grant Counties to conduct support groups at senior centers and other venues. Some evening support groups may be required. Contract period 2/15/19-12/31/19. Contract amount is $15,000. Payments issued monthly for units of service provided. Monthly reports and support documentation required. Must comply with EOA & ADA. Minority & women-owned businesses encouraged to apply. Letters of interest must be received by 4pm 1/28/19 at AACCW, Attn: Erin Nelson, 50 Simon St. S.E., Suite A, East Wenatchee WA 98802. Emails will be accepted at nelsoec@dshs.wa.gov. #01033/260677 Pub: January 15,16,18, 22, 23, 25, 2019

Most hunting seasons close Sunday

Hunting seasons in final days

Moses Lake man under investigation for thousands of files of child pornography

MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake man suspected of possessing and trading thousands of pornographic images and videos depicting children was arrested on separate charges Tuesday for attempting to solicit videos and images from a girl he knew to be 11 years old and attempting to arrange a sexual encounter with her.

Scorers pass English 101A exams

Growing up in Denver, I took an instant liking to Nuggets eight-time NBA All-Star Alex English. Alex was a shooting sensation back when the Lakers were Showtime and the Celtics were showstoppers.

Royal girls fall to Warden in SCAC East action

ROYAL — The SCAC East girls standings look a little like the carnival shell game, round, round she goes, where she stops nobody knows.

Othello senior had some help getting to the 1,000-point club

OTHELLO — Back in 1995, Jon Bon Jovi told the crowd before his set at the concerts for the Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame, “ … My mother once told me if you were going to call somebody one your influences, then you need to know who their influences are … ” before he and Richie Sambora paid tribute to John Lennon by playing “Imagine.”

Royal boys win eighth straight game

ROYAL CITY — The T-shirts in the stands read: “Straight Outta Warden” and “We are Royal,” but Saturday night’s runaway freight train collision was all Knights, who rode an eight-game winning streak to a 75-50 win over the Cougars.

Warriors were a step ahead of the Runnin' Vikes all night

MOSES LAKE ­— Monday night’s NWAC East showdown was a game of simple mathematics going far beyond the garden variety, “one more than the other guys,” equation.

Wahluke Junior High students learning soft skills through feedback, competition

MATTAWA — On Thursday afternoon, Jan. 17, Alex Hyndman and Madison Harlow sat behind the anchor desk of Tri-Cities NBC affiliate KNDU, faced studio cameras and reported on city plans to build a new bridge in Richland. It was all in a day’s work for a professional anchor.

Scammer allegedly blackmails man in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake man was told by a scammer Tuesday that they would publicly release unclothed photos of the man if he did not send money to a person in the Ivory Coast, a country in West Africa, according to a police report.

Legals January 24, 2019

CALL FOR BIDS CITY OF ROYAL CITY WRF UV DISINFECTION SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS Sealed Proposals will be received by the undersigned at the City of Royal City, 445 Camelia Street NE, Royal City, Washington 99357, up to 11:00 a.m.; local time on Wednesday, February 13, 2019, for furnishing the necessary labor, materials, equipment, tools, and guarantees thereof for the WRF UV Disinfection System Improvements. The Project includes installing new UV equipment to be furnished by the Owner within the existing UV building at the City of Royal City Water Reclamation Facility (WRF). The work includes, but is not limited to, installation of new equipment, modifications to existing effluent piping, and electrical modifications. The project also includes provisions for disinfection during construction in order to meet the existing water reclamation permit requirements and maintain full function of the facility. The Work shall be substantially complete within 80 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 Finance Director, City Hall, Royal City, 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 Royal City" and in an amount of not less than five percent (5%) of the total amount bid. 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 the Project Engineer, Keith Stewart, P.E. at (206) 284 0860. Contract questions shall be directed only to the office of the Project Engineer. The City of Royal City is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Small minority and women-owned business are encouraged to submit bids. Financing of the Project has been provided by City of Royal City, Washington, the Washington State Department of Ecology, and the Washington State Community Development Block Grant program with federal funds provided by the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development. Neither the State of Washington nor any of its departments or employees are, or shall be, a party to any contract or any subcontract resulting from this solicitation for bids. All work performed on this project will be subject to the higher of the prevailing state or federal Davis- Bacon wage rates. The City of Royal 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 bidder whose proposal is in the best interest of the City. (Signed) SHILO CHRISTENSEN FINANCE DIRECTOR #01045/261676 Pub: Janury 17, 24, 2019

Activities for the slow days of winter

This is the last of a two-part series about the slow days of winter.

Ballots for Royal school construction proposal in mail tomorrow

ROYAL CITY — Royal School District voters will be asked to accept or reject a $16.58 million construction bond proposal in a special election Feb. 12. Ballots will be mailed tomorrow, according to officials with the Grant County Auditor’s Office.

1st annual 'Daddy-Daughter Dance' coming to Royal HS

The Feb. 2 event is set to take place in the commons at Royal City High School, 955 Ahlers Rd., from 7 to 9:30 p.m. The name of the event may have tipped you off as to what the overall goal of the evening is. Dads and their daughters will be coming together with other dads and daughters for a fun night of dancing.

Saturday concert planned at George CoffeeHouse

GEORGE — Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Then a trip to George may be in order Saturday night as the George Community Hall, also known as the “George CoffeeHouse,” is bringing a band to town that is billed to bring attendees back to the days of honky tonks and western swing music.

Rep. Mary Dye pleased with Inslee's plan for statewide Broadband Office

OLYMPIA — The creation of a statewide Broadband Office and an initial investment of $25 million into getting broadband into “every nook and cranny” of the state was announced by Governor Jay Inslee last week.

Mary Imogene (Jean) Stephens

December 7, 1926 – January 16, 2019

No headline

Othello Community Hospital

Legals January 23, 2019

REQUEST FOR LETTERS OF INTEREST Letters of Interest will be received by Aging & Adult Care of Central Washington (AACCW) for provision of conducting support groups and informational services for the Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP). Experience in developing and conducting support groups, with preference given for those with knowledge of the FCSP and Dementia Care and related issues. Contractor must provide own transportation and be willing to travel throughout Adams, Chelan, Douglas and Grant Counties to conduct support groups at senior centers and other venues. Some evening support groups may be required. Contract period 2/15/19-12/31/19. Contract amount is $15,000. Payments issued monthly for units of service provided. Monthly reports and support documentation required. Must comply with EOA & ADA. Minority & women-owned businesses encouraged to apply. Letters of interest must be received by 4pm 1/28/19 at AACCW, Attn: Erin Nelson, 50 Simon St. S.E., Suite A, East Wenatchee WA 98802. Emails will be accepted at nelsoec@dshs.wa.gov. #01033/260677 Pub: January 15,16,18, 22, 23, 25, 2019

Legals January 23, 2019

PUBLIC NOTICE THE DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR BUREAU OF RECLAMATION GOOSE ISLAND, POTHOLES RESERVOIR EPHRATA, WASHINGTON NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: The Bureau of Reclamation, in accordance with 43 CFR 423 Subpart B, is providing public notice that Goose Island, in Potholes Reservoir, will be closed to the public March 1 through October 15, 2019, during the dissuasion of the Caspian tern colonies on the island under the Inland Avian Predation Management Plan. There are no visitor facilities on the island. Public access will resume on October 16, 2019. Further information about this action can be obtained from the Reclamation's Ephrata Field Office by contacting Clyde Lay at (509) 754-0216. #01004/261357 Pub: January 23, 30, 2019

1 dead from injuries in Othello collision

OTHELLO — A man who was involved in a collision near Othello last week passed away from injuries.

Legals January 22, 2019

REQUEST FOR LETTERS OF INTEREST Letters of Interest will be received by Aging & Adult Care of Central Washington (AACCW) for provision of conducting support groups and informational services for the Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP). Experience in developing and conducting support groups, with preference given for those with knowledge of the FCSP and Dementia Care and related issues. Contractor must provide own transportation and be willing to travel throughout Adams, Chelan, Douglas and Grant Counties to conduct support groups at senior centers and other venues. Some evening support groups may be required. Contract period 2/15/19-12/31/19. Contract amount is $15,000. Payments issued monthly for units of service provided. Monthly reports and support documentation required. Must comply with EOA & ADA. Minority & women-owned businesses encouraged to apply. Letters of interest must be received by 4pm 1/28/19 at AACCW, Attn: Erin Nelson, 50 Simon St. S.E., Suite A, East Wenatchee WA 98802. Emails will be accepted at nelsoec@dshs.wa.gov. #01033/260677 Pub: January 15,16,18, 22, 23, 25, 2019

No injuries in Ephrata drive-by, police investigating

EPHRATA — Multiple shots were fired in Ephrata Sunday night during a drive-by near the 700 block of Second Avenue and F Street Southeast. No one was injured in the altercation and the Ephrata Police Department is investigating.

Court upholds 28-year sentence for rapist

SPOKANE — A three-judge panel of Washington’s Division III Court of Appeals has upheld a 64-year-old Soap Lake man’s 28-year prison sentence for the 2014 rape of a 17-year-old boy.

State appeals court rejects kidnapper's claims of constitutional violation

SPOKANE — A state appeals court has denied the appeal of a Mattawa man, convicted in 2007 of kidnapping four members of the same family, that contended the state had illegitimately added several years to his imprisonment when it amended an error in his original sentence.

Legals January 21, 2019

PUBLIC NOTICE THE DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR BUREAU OF RECLAMATION GOOSE ISLAND, POTHOLES RESERVOIR EPHRATA, WASHINGTON NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: The Bureau of Reclamation, in accordance with 43 CFR 423 Subpart B, is providing public notice that Goose Island, in Potholes Reservoir, will be closed to the public March 1 through October 15, 2019, during the dissuasion of the Caspian tern colonies on the island under the Inland Avian Predation Management Plan. There are no visitor facilities on the island. Public access will resume on October 16, 2019. Further information about this action can be obtained from the Reclamation's Ephrata Field Office by contacting Clyde Lay at (509) 754-0216. #01043/261355 Pub: January 16, 17, 18, 21, 22,2019

Moses Lake K9 Chief helps catch fleeing suspect

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Police Department K9 helped catch a suspect trying to flee the scene of a traffic stop Friday night.

Royal unbeaten in women's softball

E-mail from Cheryl

Legals January 18, 2019

REQUEST FOR LETTERS OF INTEREST Letters of Interest will be received by Aging & Adult Care of Central Washington (AACCW) for provision of conducting support groups and informational services for the Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP). Experience in developing and conducting support groups, with preference given for those with knowledge of the FCSP and Dementia Care and related issues. Contractor must provide own transportation and be willing to travel throughout Adams, Chelan, Douglas and Grant Counties to conduct support groups at senior centers and other venues. Some evening support groups may be required. Contract period 2/15/19-12/31/19. Contract amount is $15,000. Payments issued monthly for units of service provided. Monthly reports and support documentation required. Must comply with EOA & ADA. Minority & women-owned businesses encouraged to apply. Letters of interest must be received by 4pm 1/28/19 at AACCW, Attn: Erin Nelson, 50 Simon St. S.E., Suite A, East Wenatchee WA 98802. Emails will be accepted at nelsoec@dshs.wa.gov. #01033/260677 Pub: January 15,16,18, 22, 23, 25, 2019

MarDon Fresh News — Jan. 18, 2019

The current water level on the Potholes Reservoir is 1041.48 feet – rising .71 feet over the past two weeks. The water level has come up 14.77 feet since low pool on September 14, 2018. The water temperature on the Reservoir is in the low to mid-30s. The Potholes Reservoir is ice free and we have highs in the mid to low 40s with lows in upper 20’s forecast for the next 10 days.

Turkeys win

Turkeys 4, Dennis 0

There's definitely a generation gap here

As a kid growing up I subscribed to the idea that if it didn’t drive the folks crazy, it was hardly worth listening to.

Moses Lake resident gets ten years for child rape

EPHRATA — Moses Lake resident Isabel Rocha Jr., 58, was sentenced in Grant County Superior Court Wednesday to a minimum of ten years in prison for rape of a child in the first degree and child molestation in the first degree.

Legals January 17, 2019

PUBLIC NOTICE THE DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR BUREAU OF RECLAMATION GOOSE ISLAND, POTHOLES RESERVOIR EPHRATA, WASHINGTON NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: The Bureau of Reclamation, in accordance with 43 CFR 423 Subpart B, is providing public notice that Goose Island, in Potholes Reservoir, will be closed to the public March 1 through October 15, 2019, during the dissuasion of the Caspian tern colonies on the island under the Inland Avian Predation Management Plan. There are no visitor facilities on the island. Public access will resume on October 16, 2019. Further information about this action can be obtained from the Reclamation's Ephrata Field Office by contacting Clyde Lay at (509) 754-0216. #01043/261355 Pub: January 16, 17, 18, 21, 22,2019

The slow days of winter

Outdoor-minded people participate in outdoor activities no matter the time of year or weather. There are limitations, for sure, such as extreme weather. Not many people will head outside when the wind is blowing 50 mph.

Fistfight turns into gunfight near Moses Lake Circle K

MOSES LAKE — At least seven shots were fired from moving vehicles Wednesday evening following a brief fight inside of the Moses Lake Circle K, a gas station and convenience store.

Legals January 16, 2019

REQUEST FOR LETTERS OF INTEREST Letters of Interest will be received by Aging & Adult Care of Central Washington (AACCW) for provision of conducting support groups and informational services for the Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP). Experience in developing and conducting support groups, with preference given for those with knowledge of the FCSP and Dementia Care and related issues. Contractor must provide own transportation and be willing to travel throughout Adams, Chelan, Douglas and Grant Counties to conduct support groups at senior centers and other venues. Some evening support groups may be required. Contract period 2/15/19-12/31/19. Contract amount is $15,000. Payments issued monthly for units of service provided. Monthly reports and support documentation required. Must comply with EOA & ADA. Minority & women-owned businesses encouraged to apply. Letters of interest must be received by 4pm 1/28/19 at AACCW, Attn: Erin Nelson, 50 Simon St. S.E., Suite A, East Wenatchee WA 98802. Emails will be accepted at nelsoec@dshs.wa.gov. #01033/260677 Pub: January 15,16,18, 22, 23, 25, 2019

Othello third at Lady Huskies Invite, Mendez named MVP

OTHELLO — With 53 of the best girls wrestling programs in the Pacific Northwest, including one from Hermiston, Ore., maybe the Othello Lady Huskies Invite ought to be considered the women’s Tri-State Tournament.

Ybarra appointed to replace Manweller

EPHRATA — County commissioners from Grant, Kittitas, Lincoln and Yakima counties voted Monday to appoint Quincy resident Alex Ybarra to the state legislature. Ybarra will replace outgoing Rep. Matt Manweller, R-Cle Elum, whose resignation amid a series of sexual harassment scandals was effective Monday.

Comedian on national tour to visit Royal City

ROYAL CITY — Comedian Gabriel Rutledge will be performing at the Royal City Public Golf Course and RV Park at 7 p.m. on February 16.

New PUD commissioners sworn in Tuesday

General manager's contract to be considered at Jan. 22 meeting

MOSES LAKE — The Grant County PUD commission started the first meeting of 2019 last week by swearing in two new commissioners.

Who says daddy's little girl can't kick butt?

OTHELLO — If you saw her walking down the hall or at a school dance, you’d never know the extent of her talents in other arenas.

Attorney General Ferguson seeking 911 outage stories

OLYMPIA — Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson wants to hear from people affected by last month’s nationwide 911 outage.

Warden press disrupts Wahluke girls offense

WARDEN — The Warden girls have the best overall record in the SCAC East and the second-best conference record and it showed their 61-11 victory over Wahluke.

Warden boys hold off Wahluke in SCAC East action

WARDEN — Jack Hardman launched his 6-foot-5 frame high in the air to swat Wahluke guard David Ramirez’s shot, bringing the crowd to its feet as time ticked down. The Warriors chased down the loose ball, rotated it around to Logan Marlow on the wing, who buried the 3-pointer to let the Cougars know they were still scrapping all the way to the end.

Marleen Sundgaard has one of coolest jobs in the world

Basin native working on Mars InSight project

PASADENA — Marleen (Martinez) Sundgaard said she got a little emotional the first time she walked on Mars.

Inslee lays out priorities ahead of legislative session

OLYMPIA — Governor Jay Inslee spoke at the Associated Press Legislative Preview on Thursday to address his agenda for the 2019 legislative session.

East coast seaports ramping up capabilities

While many eyes are on trade talks between our country and China, America’s port leaders are positioning their seaports to compete for increasing volumes of container traffic. After container shipments surged in November---primarily from pre-tariff contracts—they plunged by year end--impact of U.S. and China trade war.

2 struck by car in Mattawa

Police seeking witnesses

MATTAWA — Police in Mattawa are investigating a collision that involved a vehicle striking two people as they were crossing Government Road.

Othello's Hampton joins Huskies 1,000-point club, despite loss

OTHELLO — The fairy book ending to Macy Hampton’s night would have been to come off the screen out on the wing and bury the game-winning 3-point shot as time ran out, that’s the way Josh Tovar drew it up during the timeout with 11.4 seconds remaining in the Huskies’ Central Washington Athletic Conference game with Grandview (10-4, 9-4 CWAC).

Legals January 15, 2019

REQUEST FOR LETTERS OF INTEREST Letters of Interest will be received by Aging & Adult Care of Central Washington (AACCW) for provision of conducting support groups and informational services for the Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP). Experience in developing and conducting support groups, with preference given for those with knowledge of the FCSP and Dementia Care and related issues. Contractor must provide own transportation and be willing to travel throughout Adams, Chelan, Douglas and Grant Counties to conduct support groups at senior centers and other venues. Some evening support groups may be required. Contract period 2/15/19-12/31/19. Contract amount is $15,000. Payments issued monthly for units of service provided. Monthly reports and support documentation required. Must comply with EOA & ADA. Minority & women-owned businesses encouraged to apply. Letters of interest must be received by 4pm 1/28/19 at AACCW, Attn: Erin Nelson, 50 Simon St. S.E., Suite A, East Wenatchee WA 98802. Emails will be accepted at nelsoec@dshs.wa.gov. #01033/260677 Pub: January 15,16,18, 22, 23, 25, 2019

Legals January 14, 2019

ORDINANCE SUMMARY The Moses Lake City Council adopted the following ordinance at their meeting held on January 8, 2019. The full text of this ordinance is available on the city's website www.cityofml.com and can be mailed or emailed upon request by contacting Debbie Burke, City Clerk, at 509-764-3703 or dburke@cityofml.com. ORDINANCE NO. 2919 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING MOSES LAKE MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 3.27.050 TITLED "IMPOSITION OF ADDITIONAL REAL ESTATE EXCISE TAX" The ordinance removes the extended sunset date for imposing the tax. #01032/260442 Pub: January 14, 2019

Law enforcement picnic set for June 26

E-mail from Cheryl

Commission meeting includes pronghorn report

The Fish and Wildlife Commission will meet tomorrow and Saturday in Olympia. The meeting will take place in Room 172 of the Natural Resources Building, 1111 Washington St. SE, Olympia. The meeting will begin at 8:30 a.m. Friday and at 8 a.m. Saturday.

Othello wrestling beats Moses Lake for the first time in Rudy Ochoa II's career

OTHELLO — PJ Taggares Gym has that same small, enclosed feel where the fan base sits right on top of the mat like Christianson Gym over at North Idaho College where they wrestle the Tri-State.

Legals January 10, 2019

INVITATION TO BID The East Columbia Basin Irrigation District is accepting bids to provide and install approximately 750 gallons of a Polyurea product or approved equal for Concrete Liner Application. Bids must be received at the main office no later than 2:00 p.m., PST, on January 17, 2019. For more information, contact the East District's main office located at 55 N. 8th Ave., Othello, WA 99344 or by phone at (509) 488-9671. #01017/257679 Pub: January 3, 10, 2019

More plans for 2019

This is the last of a two-part series about giving back to the Great Outdoors.

Perez named WIAA Athlete of the Week

FEDERAL WAY - Gut Check Challenge 285-pound champion Isaiah Perez of Othello was named to the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association/Wendy's Athlete of the Week list for Week 17 (Dec. 16-Jan. 5), Wednesday.

Man charged in sexual predator's death

TACOMA — A 39-year-old man has been charged with murder after an altercation at a state detention center for sexually violent predators ended with the death of a 63-year-old former Grant County resident.

Legals January 9, 2019

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF VACANCY - BOARD OF DIRECTORS Due to the expiration of term of office for a Director of the Noxious Weed Control Board of Grant County, candidates are being sought to fill the position by appointment. The expiring position is for Director of Section 5, which covers the portion of Grant County lying southerly of the Frenchman Hills. The term of office will be for four (4) years and will begin March 1, 2019. All persons interested in appointment to the board and residing in Section 5 must make a written application that includes the signatures of at least ten registered voters residing in Section 5. The written application must be filed at the office of the Noxious Weed Control Board of Grant County, 32 C Street NW, Room 321, Ephrata, Washington, prior to 8:30 am on January 24, 2019. AUTHORITY: Noxious Weed Control Board of Grant County under Chapter 17.10 RCW. Dated this 2nd day of January, 2019. Signed: Ron Tebow, Chairman Rich Callahan, Vice-Chairman Summer Sahli, Director Chuck Sandmann, Director Wes Sieg, Director #01002/255669 Pub: January 2, 9, 2019

Gasoline prices set to rise nationwide ahead of summer

MOSES LAKE — While motorists across the country are paying less at the pump to fill their cars, gas prices will likely start rising by early summer, according to national fuel price tracker Gas Buddy.

No headline

The thing about a Top 10 stories of the year list, you sit down wondering if you can come up with 10 and by the time you’re halfway through, you are wondering if you can keep it under 900 words.And of course, any kind of list is always subject to scrutiny. Not every list is going to please everyone, especially if you scroll down and don’t see the thing that’s near and dear to your heart.

Four-legged deputy nabs suspected impaired driver

BEVERLY — K-9 Edo came up big recently in the clutch when he helped police catch a suspected impaired driver.

Royal boys run away from River View

ROYAL CITY — Gage Christensen stood bouncing a ball just outside the locker room, gazing across the floor to the student section as the girls game wound down before the Knights’ return to the floor after the holiday break.

Richard Byrd named CBH, Sun Tribune managing editor

MOSES LAKE — Longtime Columbia Basin Herald reporter Richard Byrd has been named the new managing editor for the paper, the Sun Tribune and Basin Business Journal

Othello School Board discusses facility priorities

Tentative prioroty list established; costs sought

OTHELLO — New classrooms to help reduce kindergarten through third grade class sizes, new classrooms at Othello High School and gyms at three elementary schools are the tentative priorities established at an Othello School Board workshop Monday.

Royal SD holding bond info meeting Jan. 15

ROYAL CITY — The Royal School District will be holding an informational meeting next week on the specifics of the district’s bond proposal.

Othello wrestlers reel in Ephrata

EPHRATA — Isaiah Perez walked to the scorer's table with all the confidence of a defending state champion, no swag, just fact.

Royal girls extend a four-game streak with big win over River View

ROYAL CITY — The Royal girls have been on the receiving end of Friday’s beatdown, so to go out and blast River View 57 - 25 behind Chenoa Louie’s 24 points and 17 rebounds just felt good.

Intern to cover state legislature for Sun Tribune

OLYMPIA — Emma Epperly is joining the Sun Tribune as our state capitol intern covering this spring’s legislative session.

2 arrested in Moses Lake traffic stop

MOSES LAKE — A weekend traffic stop near Moses Lake resulted in two arrests and the recovery of a stolen gun.

Legals January 7, 2019

2019 MRSC ROSTERS SMALL PUBLIC WORKS, CONSULTANT, and VENDOR ROSTERS FOR PARTICIPATING WASHINGTON STATE LOCAL GOVERNMENT AGENCIES LOCATED IN EASTERN WASHINGTON The Municipal Research and Services Center of Washington (MRSC) hereby advertises on behalf of the below listed local government agencies in Washington State (local governments) in Eastern Washington (Okanogan, Chelan, Douglas, Grant, Adams, Whitman, Garfield, Asotin, Spokane, Lincoln, Ferry Stevens, and Pend Oreille counties), including - but not limited to - cities (Title 35 RCW and Title 35A RCW), counties (Title 36 RCW), port districts (Title 53 RCW), water- sewer districts (Title 57 RCW), school districts and educational service districts (Title 28A RCW), fire districts (Title 52 RCW), transit agencies (e.g., Ch. 35.58 RCW, Ch. 36.57A RCW, Ch. 36.73 RCW, Title 81 RCW), and public utility districts (Title 54 RCW), for their projected needs for small public works estimated to cost $300,000 or less, and for consulting services throughout 2019. Additionally, MRSC advertises on behalf of some local government for their projected needs for vendor services throughout 2019. Interested businesses may apply at any time by visiting the MRSC Rosters website at www.mrscrosters.org. For questions about MRSC Rosters, email mrscrosters@mrsc.org. SMALL PUBLIC WORKS ROSTERS: Service categories include construction, building, renovation, remodeling, alteration, repair, or improvement of real property as referenced in RCW 39.04.155. Sub-categories can be viewed on the MRSC Rosters website. CONSULTANT ROSTERS: Service categories include architectural, engineering, and surveying services as referenced in Chapter 39.80 RCW, as well as other personal and professional consulting services. Sub-categories can be viewed on the MRSC Rosters website. VENDOR ROSTERS: Service categories include supplies, materials, and equipment not being purchased in connection with public works contracts and limited service contracts as referenced in RCW 39.04.190. Subcategories can be viewed on the MRSC Rosters website. Currently subscribing local governments which have their Small Works Roster, Consultant Roster, and Vendor Roster hosted by MRSC Rosters: Adams County, Adams County Public Hospital District No. 3, Asotin County Public Health, Bridgeport School District, Chelan County Fire District 5, Chelan County FPD 6, Chelan-Douglas PTBA, Cheney Public Schools (Cheney School District # 360), City of Airway Heights, City of Brewster, City of Cheney, City of Colfax, City of East Wenatchee, City of Ephrata, City of George, City of Grand Coulee, City of Mattawa, City of Medical Lake, City of Millwood, City of Moses Lake, City of Othello, City of Quincy, City of Ritzville, City of Royal City, City of Spokane, City of Sprague, Colville School District 115, Douglas County, Douglas County Fire District #4, Enduris Washington, Ferry County, Greater Bar Water District, Inchelium School District #70, Lake Wenatchee Fire & Rescue, Medical Lake School District, Multi-Agency Communications Center (MACC 911), Okanogan Conservation District, Okanogan County Public Hospital District #4, Okanogan Douglas District Hospital #1, Pend Oreille County, Quincy School District, Reardan-Edwall School District No. 9, Samaritan Healthcare, South Pend Oreille Fire & Rescue, Spokane Conservation District, Spokane County Fire District 10, Spokane County Fire District 8, Spokane County Fire District 9, The Greater Wenatchee Regional Events Center Public Facilities District, Town of Coulee City, Town of Coulee Dam, Town of Endicott, Town of Ione, Town of Lamont, Town of Mansfield, Town of Odessa, Town of Springdale, Town of Uniontown, Town of Waterville, Waterville School District #209, West Plains Airport Area Public Development Authority, Whitman County F.P.D 7. Currently subscribing local governments which have only their Small Works Roster and Consultant Roster hosted by MRSC Rosters: Aeneas Lake Irrigation District, City of Entiat, City of Leavenworth, City of Liberty Lake, City of Warden, City of Wenatchee, Corral Springs Water District, Eastmont Metropolitan Park District, Eastmont School District No. 206, Entiat School District 127, Foster Creek Conservation District, Grant County Fire District # 13, Grant County Fire District # 5, Grant County Fire District 8, Grant County Port District #5, Grant County Port District #9, Lincoln County, Methow Valley School District, Newport Hospital and Health Services (Pend Oreille County Public Hospital District #1), Odessa Memorial Healthcare Center, Okanogan County Fire District No. 7, Okanogan Irrigation District, Pend Oreille County Fire District 2, Pend Oreille County Fire Protection District #4, Port of Chelan County, Port of Mattawa, Public Utility District No. 1 of Douglas County, Spokane County Library District, Spokane Public Facilities District, Town of Conconully, Town of Riverside, Town of Rosalia, Town of Washtucna. Some or all of the local governments listed above may choose to use the MRSC Rosters service to select businesses. Master contracts for certain types of work may be required. In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252, 42 U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4, and Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Department of Transportation, Subtitle A, Office of the Secretary, Part 21, Nondiscrimination in Federally Assisted Programs of the Department of Transportation Issued Pursuant to Such Act, these local governments hereby notify all businesses that they will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises as defined at 49 CFR Part 26 will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids or proposals in response to any invitations and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, national origin, or sex in consideration for an award. #01016/257426 Pub: January 7, 2019

Pack arrested on felony charge

MOSES LAKE — Nathaniel Pack, owner of Pack’s Taxi and Delivery, was arrested Jan. 1 and charged with the unlawful imprisonment of his wife after an alleged domestic dispute over their children, according to court documents. Unlawful imprisonment is a class C felony in Washington.

Alleged burglar thwarted by his own social media profile

MOSES LAKE — A bit of Facebook sleuthing by the Grant County Sheriff’s Office led to the arrest Monday of a Moses Lake man suspected of burglary and robbery.

MLHS graduation dance organized in 1976

E-mail from Cheryl

Legals January 4, 2019

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF CANYON MAGISTRATE DIVISION In the matter of the termination of ) the parental rights of: ) ) Case No. CV17-9291 GABRIEL JOHN MOORE, ) HAZEL ELIZABETH MOORE, ) ORDER FOR SERVICE Minor Children ) BY PUBLICATION and ) ) JOHN JACOB MOORE, ) Natural Father ) _____________________________) In the matter of the Adoption of: ) ) GABRIEL JOHN MOORE, ) HAZEL ELIZABETH MOORE, ) Minor Children ) ) by ) ) RYAN ANTHONY SLATER, ) Petitioner ) _____________________________) Upon reading the foregoing motion and affidavit of Petitioner and the Court being fully advised in the premises, and good cause appearing therefore; IT IS HERBY ORDERED, And this does order that Notice of Hearing on Petition for Termination of Parental Rights and for Adoption be published in Columbia Basin Herald, a daily newspaper most likely to give notice to JOHN JACOB MOORE; that a copy of the Petition and Notice of HEaring be mailed, by registered or certified mail, to the respondent at his last known mailing address of __________________, Moses Lake, Washington 98837, within ten days, or in lieu of said publication personal service be made on the named party whenever he may be found within or without the State of Idaho. DATED This ______ day of ______________., 2018 /s/Courtnie Tucker_______ Judge TO: JOHN JACOB MOORE. you have been sued by, or are a necessary and proper party to a lawsuit filed by RYAN ANTHONY SLATER, the Petitioner, in the District Court in and for Canyon County, Idaho, Case NO. CV17-9291 The nature of the claim against/involving you is a Petition for Termination of Parental Rights and for Adoption. Any time after 21 days following the last publication of this Summon, the court my enter a judgment against you without further notice, unless prior to that time you have filed a written response in the proper form, including the case number, and paid any required filing fee to the Clerk of the Court at 1115 Albany Street , Caldwell, Idaho 83605, and serve a copy of your response on the Petitioner, whose mailing address and telephone number RYAN ANTHONY SLATER, CLARE JOAN SLATER, 641 E. French creek court Nampa Idaho, 83686. A copy of the Petition and Summons/Notice of Petition can be obtained by contacting either the Clerk of the Court or the Petitioner. If you wish legal assistance, you should immediately retain and attorney to advise you in this matter. CLERK OF THE DISTRICT COURT J.Heideman_____________ By: /s/J Heideman_________________ Printed Name Deputy Clerk #01011/255552 Pub:December 21, 28, 2018 & January 4, 2019

Man arrested after briefly barricading himself in motor home

MOSES LAKE — The Grant County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Moses Lake man Tuesday on an outstanding warrant after a brief standoff when the suspect barricaded himself inside of his motor home.

Legals January 3, 2019

INVITATION TO BID The East Columbia Basin Irrigation District is accepting bids to provide and install approximately 750 gallons of a Polyurea product or approved equal for Concrete Liner Application. Bids must be received at the main office no later than 2:00 p.m., PST, on January 17, 2019. For more information, contact the East District's main office located at 55 N. 8th Ave., Othello, WA 99344 or by phone at (509) 488-9671. #01017/257679 Pub: January 3, 10, 2019

Thoughts about the new year

By DENNIS L. CLAY

Legals January 2, 2019

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS ROAD L WATERMAIN 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 JANUARY 16, 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 ROAD L WATERMAIN 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 $35. 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: Jerod Bradford; 509-764-3776 PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project consists of installing approximately 5,300 L.F. of 12" C-900 PVC Water Main, six (6) 12" inline valves, and six (6) fire hydrants. Estimated Project Cost: $500,000 The City Council reserves the right to reject any or all bids if such action is in the best interest of the City. #01020/258003 Pub: January 2, 2019

Legals January 2, 2019

NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION and REGISTRATION DEADLINES - ADAMS COUNTY, WA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a February Special Election will be held on February 12, 2019 in Adams County, State of Washington, to submit to the qualified electors thereof, for their approval and adoption or rejection of Local Propositions. The last date to register online, through the mail, transfer or update an existing registration is Monday, January 14th. Persons may register to vote and/or update their address and other information online at www.vote.wa.gov First time voters can register in person until 4:30 pm Monday, February 4th at the Adams County Auditor's Office, 210 W Broadway Ave., Ritzville. 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: Monday, January 28, 2019 - 10:00 a.m. logic and accuracy test Tuesday, February 12, 2019 - 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 19, 2019 - 2:00 p.m. Friday, February 22, 2019 - 11:00 a.m. - the election will be certified at the conclusion of this meeting. These meetings are open to the public. The February 12, 2019 ballot will include: Proposition 1 Submitted by Othello School District No. 147-163-55 Resolution No. 19-003 Dissolution and Reapportionment of Directors' Districts This proposition would authorize the District to: dissolve its four existing directors' districts (with one at large position) and reapportion its territory into three directors' districts (with two at large positions) in order to better facilitate citizen participation as board members, all as provided in Resolution 19-003. Proposition No. 1 Submitted by Sprague School District No. 8 Resolution No. 7-2018 Replacement Educational Programs and Operation Levy $185,000 for educational programs and operation to be collected in 2020 $195,000 for educational programs and operation to be collected in 2021 Proposition 1 Submitted by Lamont School District No. 264 Resolution No. 10-2018 Replacement Educational Programs and Operation Levy $85,000 for educational programs and operation to be collected in 2020 $90,000 for educational programs and operation to be collected in 2021 Proposition 1 Submitted by Odessa School District No. 105-157-166J Resolution No. 1-2018-19 Replacement Educational Programs and Operation Levy $398,328 for educational programs and operation to be collected in 2020 Proposition 2 Submitted by Odessa School District No. 105-157-166J Resolution No. 2-2018-19 Replacement Capital Levy for School Improvements $150,000 for facility improvements to be collected in 2020 Voters may drop off ballots, get replacement ballots, use an accessible voting unit, or receive other assistance as needed beginning Friday, January 25, 2019 during regular business hours of 8:30 am - 4:30 pm at the Adams County Auditor's Office located at 210 W Broadway Ave, Ritzville, WA 99169. On Election Day the Auditor's Office will be open from 8:30 am - 8:00 pm. For questions please call 509-659-3249, email elections@co.adams.wa.us or visit our website at www.co.adams.wa.us\elections. Voters can also obtain a replacement ballot and access information about candidates and ballot measures at www.myvote.wa.gov A voter service center will be open on Election Day from 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the County Services Building at 425 E Main Street in Othello, WA. Voters may visit the service center to drop off their ballot; get a replacement ballot; or receive other assistance as needed. Ballot Drop Box Locations: Adams Co. Public Services Bldg., 425 E. Main St. Othello City of Ritzville, 216 E. Main St., Ritzville Dated at Ritzville, Washington, this 27th day of December, 2018. Heidi K. Hunt, County Auditor of Adams County and Ex-officio Supervisor of Elections. #01003/257780 Pub: January 2, 2019

Othello school facilities conversation continues

OTHELLO — While a construction bond proposal was rejected in February, the conversation still continues about addressing facility needs in the Othello School District.

Strong winds topple semi near Mattawa

MATTAWA - Strong winds are cited as the cause of an injury collision near Mattawa over the weekend.

2018 in Review: Thieme sells Evergreen, Logan becomes full-time mayor

OTHELLO — It was a big year in Othello in 2018, with the year seeing the sale of one of its largest companies, the resignation of a city administrator and the appointment of a full-time mayor, and the death of a member of the city council.

Wahluke sophomore wrestler Laly Gonzalez-Nunez had a memorable first season, but her career is far from finished

MATTAWA — Laly Gonzalez-Nunez had no idea who she was going to wrestle in her first-ever state tournament match.

Grant County School Districts ranked by graduation rate, test scores

OLYMPIA — The state Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction recently released its annual school report cards, grading Washington school districts on graduation rates and test scores from 2018. The report offers a look at where students in Grant County are most likely to graduate and do well on standardized testing. Four-year graduation rates are based on 2017 data, five-year graduation rates are based on 2016 data, and test scores are based on data from the 2017-2018 school year.

Video promotes solar power, Adams County

OTHELLO — The video about the ribbon cutting at the Adams-Nielson Solar Farm near Lind is only about three minutes long.

We had some great moments in 2018

2019!

Ace is the place to retire

After 41 years of providing Othello with nuts, bolts and the expertise to explain the difference, Ace Hardware owner Ken Story has sold the store to Stan’s Merry Mart.

ABATE Grant County raising funds for young woman's kidney transplant

At a time in life when most young adults are beginning their careers, starting families and exploring their possibilities, Korina Hermosillo, a 25-year-old Othello resident, is in the middle of a six-year fight with kidney disease.

Year in review: Courts and crime

MOSES LAKE — 2018 saw a lot of big cases come about, along with resolutions to other big cases. Here are some of the bigger stories for 2018 in crimes and court.

Wahluke sophomore wrestler Laly Gonzalez-Nunez had a memorable first season, but her career is far from finished

MATTAWA — Laly Gonzalez-Nunez had no idea who she was going to wrestle in her first-ever state tournament match.