Thursday, October 31
Legals October 31, 2019
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF GRANT U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, ] ] CASE NO.:16-2-00880-8 Plaintiff, ] JUDGEMENT NO.: ] v. ] SHERIFF'S PUBLIC NOTICEOF ] SALE OF REAL PROPERTY KRISTIE A. REYNOLDS, INDIVIDUALLY ] AND AS PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF ] *** 8 MONTH REDEMTION*** THE ESTATE OF RANDY REYNOLDS; ] WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF ] REVENUE; WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT ] OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIES; RONALD R. ] REYNOLDS; HERBERT A. REYNOLDS; ] ARLISTA JANE COBB; AND ALL OTHER ] PERSONS OR PARTIES UNKNOWN ] CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE, LIEN, OR ] INTEREST IN THE REAL PROPERTY ] COMMONLY KNOWN AS 2671 ROAD R. ] NORTHWEST, QUINCY, WASHINGTON ] 98848 ] ] Defendant. ] ] ___________________________________________] The Superior Court of Grant County has directed the undersigned Sheriff of Grant County to sell the property described to satisfy a judgment in the above entitled action: THAT PORTION OF FARM UNIT 152, IRRIGATION BLOCK 75, THIRD REVISION, COLUMBIA BASIN PROJECT, GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF FILED JULY 18, 1957, SITUATED WITHIN GOVERNMENT LOT 2, SECTION 19, TOWNSHIP 19 NORTH, RANGE 24 E.W.M., DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: A TRACT OF LAND BOUNDED BY A LINE BEGINNING AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SECTION; THENCE NORTH 89°59'43" EAST ALONG THE NORTHERLY BOUNDARY LINE OF SAID SECTION, A DISTANCE OF 202.31 FEET TO THE CENTER LINE OF THE U.S. BUREAU OF RECLAMATION WEST CANAL EASEMENT; THENCE SOUTH 00°37'04" EAST ALONG THE CENTER LINE OF SAID EASEMENT, A DISTANCE OF 1577.55 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE NORTH 89°53'37" EAST, A DISTANCE OF 1239.48 FEET TO THE CENTER OF U.S. BUREAU OF RECLAMATION CANAL NO. W39.9D AND THE EASTERLY BOUNDARY OF GOVERNMENT LOT 2 OF SAID SECTION; THENCE SOUTH 00°22'50" EAST ALONG THE CENTER LINE OF SAID IRRIGATION CANAL AND THE EASTERLY BOUNDARY OF GOVERNMENT LOT 2 OF SAID SECTION, A DISTANCE OF 352.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89°53'37" WEST, A DISTANCE OF 1238.02 FEET TO THE CENTER LINE OF THE U.S. BUREAU OF RECLAMATION WEST CANAL EASEMENT; THENCE NORTH 00°37'04" WEST ALONG THE CENTER LINE OF SAID EASEMENT, A DISTANCE OF 352.01 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING; EXCEPT THE EAST 250 FEET THEREOF. APN TAX PARCEL NO.: 20-1333-002 Commonly known as: 2671 Road R Northwest, Quincy, WA 98848. The sale of the described property is to take place at 10:30 am on the 22nd day of November 2019 at the main lobby of the Grant County Courthouse, Ephrata, Washington. The judgment debtor can avoid the sale by paying the judgment amount of $97,279.99 plus interest, costs and fees before the sale date. For the exact amount, contact the attorney at the address stated below. Dated this 5th day of October 2019 at Ephrata, WA 98823. THOMAS E. JONES, Sheriff By: Sheena Ohl, Civil Specialist cc: Aldridge Pite LLP Attn: Shannon Calt 111 SW Columbia Street, Suite 950 Portland, OR 97201 Phone: (503) 345-9877 #11001/336182 Pub: October 17, 24, 31, 2019 & November 7, 2019
Wednesday, October 30
Legals October 30, 2019
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Board of Trustees of the Adams County Rural Library District #1 will hold a public hearing to approve the 2020 operating budget on November 14, 2019 at 5:15 pm at the Othello Library, 101 E Main St, Othello. The public is invited to attend. #11002/ Pub:October 30, 2019 & November 6, 2019
Legals October 30, 2019
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The City Council of the City of Royal City has set a Public Hearing on November 5th, 2019, at 7:00 pm, at City Hall, 445 Camelia St NE, Royal City, to receive comments from the public on revenue sources for the 2020 budget including consideration of possible increases in property tax revenues. The public is invited and encouraged to attend. #10045/337087 Pub: October 23, 30, 2019
Tuesday, October 29
Othello candidates express love for town
OTHELLO — Candidates from contested races in Othello expressed their point of view on various subjects during a candidate forum held on Tuesday, Oct. 22.
Othello School Board approves classified employee contract
OTHELLO — A motion to terminate an Othello School District classified employee died for lack of a second at the Monday meeting of the Othello School Board.
Othello falls to Ellensburg at home, 1-0
OTHELLO — Othello soccer fell at home in a close battle to Ellensburg, 1-0, last Thursday. The Huskies finished the regular season at 6-3 in the CWAC.
Warden picks up big win at Wahluke, 48-6
MATTAWA — Warden football picked up a commanding win on the road, defeating Wahluke 48-6 on Friday in Mattawa.
Wahluke School Board learns about district hiring practices
MATTAWA — Liz Leitz, director of human resources for the Wahluke School District, discussed the districting hiring practices with the school board at a regular meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 22.
Royal School District to get key card locks
ROYAL CITY — The Royal School District will have new locks, effective Nov. 12, was the report at a regular school board meeting on Monday, Oct. 28.
Red Rock Elementary School construction still behind schedule
ROYAL CITY — The construction at Red Rock Elementary School is continuing, was the report during a regular meeting of the Royal School Board on Monday, Oct. 28.
South county roundup: Royal girls soccer routs College Place
Saturday
Keeping pets safe during Halloween
Halloween is this week and one thing parents want is to ensure their children’s safety.
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Port of Mattawa to approve 2020 budget at November meeting
Warden property tax gets annual increase
WARDEN — There were no comments during an annual public hearing concerning the increase in property taxes for the City of Warden during a regular city council meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 22.
State Parks representatives visit Port of Royal Slope
ROYAL CITY — Two representatives from the Washington State Parks were present at the Port of Royal Slope meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 23. Randy Kline, trail program manager, and Kevin Davis, a park ranger and assistant area manager of the East Central Cascades Area, gave the commissioners a short presentation about the Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail.
Dennis Kinder
June 24, 1948 – October 7, 2019
Students instigate school board candidate forum
MATTAWA — Two students were instrumental in getting a school board candidates forum, which took place on Wednesday, Oct. 23. Wahluke School Board student representatives Karen Arellano-Cruz and Emma Anderson asked for the forum to be held to give students and community members the opportunity to get to know the candidates for school board. Four of the five school board positions are up for election. All races are contested.
'College in the High School' payment plan discussed
WARDEN — A proposal to help Warden High School students pay for College in the High School classes will be discussed by Warden School Board members at their Nov. 14 meeting.
Legals October 29, 2019
CITY OF MOSES LAKE PUBLIC HEARING - STREET VACATE REQUEST 7:00 P.M. ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2019 MOSES LAKE CIVIC CENTER 401 S BALSAM ST MOSES LAKE, WA 98837 The City Council of the City of Moses Lake invites all interested parties to attend a Public Hearing on November 12, 2019, at 7:00 p.m. to offer testimony on the request to vacate a portion of right of way on 3rd Avenue and Broadway. All questions should be directed to Community Development Director Kris Robbins at 509-764-3751. Interested persons may provide testimony either in writing or by appearing at the Public Hearing. Written comments can be delivered to the City Council prior to the Public Hearing, Attn: City Clerk, at the Civic Center, 401 S Balsam St, 2nd Floor, Moses Lake, WA, 98837 or via email dburke@cityofml.com. #10053/338735 Pub: October 29, 2019
Monday, October 28
Land of the rising felonies Moses Lake man allegedly assaults girlfriend with katana
MOSES LAKE — A Moses Lake man was arrested Saturday after allegedly attacking his girlfriend with a samurai sword.
Three months for HIV carrier who spat on victim
EPHRATA — A Hartline man infected with HIV was sentenced to three months in jail after assaulting a woman and spitting in her eye.
Items to remember from Deer Camp
Last week we spent our time living at The Hut and hunting Deer. Our hunting season is over. Here are some lessons or observations from our time at The Hut.
Legals October 28, 2019
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR KING COUNTY Estate of | | NO. 19-4-19428-3SEA | JOANNE G. HOGAN, | PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS | (RCW 11.40.030 | Deceased. | ____________________________________| PLEASE TAKE NOTICE The above Court has appointed me as Personal Representative of Decedent's estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must present the claim: (a) Before the time when the claim would be barred by any applicable statute of limitations, and (b) In the manner provided in RCW 11.40.070: (i) By filing the original of the claim with the foregoing Court, and (ii) By serving on or mailing to me at the address below a copy of the claim. The claim must be presented by the later of: (a) Thirty (30) days after I served or mailed this Notice as provided in RCW 11.40.020(1)(c), or (b) Four (4) months after the date of first publication of this Notice. If the claim is not presented within this time period, the claim will be forever barred except as provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective for claims against both the Decedent's probate and non-probate assets. Date of First Publication of this Notice: 10/28/2019 Decedent's SSN (for WDSHS only): ______________________________ Darryl G. Hogan, Executor 34585 56th CT S Auburn, WA 98001 #11010/338398 Pub: October 28, 2019 & November 4, 11, 2019
Friday, October 25
Woman involved in Sosa murder gets 3-month sentence
EPHRATA — For her role in the Dec. 9, 2016 death of Arturo Sosa, for which two men are expected to be imprisoned for the rest of their lives, Othello resident Paula Rodriguez Cuevas was sentenced to three months in jail.
Thursday, October 24
Legals October 24, 2019
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF GRANT U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, ] ] CASE NO.:16-2-00880-8 Plaintiff, ] JUDGEMENT NO.: ] v. ] SHERIFF'S PUBLIC NOTICEOF ] SALE OF REAL PROPERTY KRISTIE A. REYNOLDS, INDIVIDUALLY ] AND AS PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF ] *** 8 MONTH REDEMTION*** THE ESTATE OF RANDY REYNOLDS; ] WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF ] REVENUE; WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT ] OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIES; RONALD R. ] REYNOLDS; HERBERT A. REYNOLDS; ] ARLISTA JANE COBB; AND ALL OTHER ] PERSONS OR PARTIES UNKNOWN ] CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE, LIEN, OR ] INTEREST IN THE REAL PROPERTY ] COMMONLY KNOWN AS 2671 ROAD R. ] NORTHWEST, QUINCY, WASHINGTON ] 98848 ] ] Defendant. ] ] ___________________________________________] The Superior Court of Grant County has directed the undersigned Sheriff of Grant County to sell the property described to satisfy a judgment in the above entitled action: THAT PORTION OF FARM UNIT 152, IRRIGATION BLOCK 75, THIRD REVISION, COLUMBIA BASIN PROJECT, GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF FILED JULY 18, 1957, SITUATED WITHIN GOVERNMENT LOT 2, SECTION 19, TOWNSHIP 19 NORTH, RANGE 24 E.W.M., DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: A TRACT OF LAND BOUNDED BY A LINE BEGINNING AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SECTION; THENCE NORTH 89°59'43" EAST ALONG THE NORTHERLY BOUNDARY LINE OF SAID SECTION, A DISTANCE OF 202.31 FEET TO THE CENTER LINE OF THE U.S. BUREAU OF RECLAMATION WEST CANAL EASEMENT; THENCE SOUTH 00°37'04" EAST ALONG THE CENTER LINE OF SAID EASEMENT, A DISTANCE OF 1577.55 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE NORTH 89°53'37" EAST, A DISTANCE OF 1239.48 FEET TO THE CENTER OF U.S. BUREAU OF RECLAMATION CANAL NO. W39.9D AND THE EASTERLY BOUNDARY OF GOVERNMENT LOT 2 OF SAID SECTION; THENCE SOUTH 00°22'50" EAST ALONG THE CENTER LINE OF SAID IRRIGATION CANAL AND THE EASTERLY BOUNDARY OF GOVERNMENT LOT 2 OF SAID SECTION, A DISTANCE OF 352.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89°53'37" WEST, A DISTANCE OF 1238.02 FEET TO THE CENTER LINE OF THE U.S. BUREAU OF RECLAMATION WEST CANAL EASEMENT; THENCE NORTH 00°37'04" WEST ALONG THE CENTER LINE OF SAID EASEMENT, A DISTANCE OF 352.01 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING; EXCEPT THE EAST 250 FEET THEREOF. APN TAX PARCEL NO.: 20-1333-002 Commonly known as: 2671 Road R Northwest, Quincy, WA 98848. The sale of the described property is to take place at 10:30 am on the 22nd day of November 2019 at the main lobby of the Grant County Courthouse, Ephrata, Washington. The judgment debtor can avoid the sale by paying the judgment amount of $97,279.99 plus interest, costs and fees before the sale date. For the exact amount, contact the attorney at the address stated below. Dated this 5th day of October 2019 at Ephrata, WA 98823. THOMAS E. JONES, Sheriff By: Sheena Ohl, Civil Specialist cc: Aldridge Pite LLP Attn: Shannon Calt 111 SW Columbia Street, Suite 950 Portland, OR 97201 Phone: (503) 345-9877 #11001/336182 Pub: October 17, 24, 31, 2019 & November 7, 2019
Wednesday, October 23
Legals October 23, 2019
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The City Council of the City of Royal City has set a Public Hearing on November 5th, 2019, at 7:00 pm, at City Hall, 445 Camelia St NE, Royal City, to receive comments from the public on revenue sources for the 2020 budget including consideration of possible increases in property tax revenues. The public is invited and encouraged to attend. #10045/337087 Pub: October 23, 30, 2019
Tuesday, October 22
L-I-E-S: Closing arguments drag on to second day in Sosa murder case
EPHRATA — Closing arguments were made Tuesday in the trial of Gustavo Tapia Rodriguez and Fernando Marcos Gutierrez, who stand accused of the Dec. 2016 kidnapping and murder of Othello-resident Arturo Sosa.
Othello Old Hotel holds another successful benefit auction
OTHELLO — Amid the tractors and tillers, over 100 attendees filed into the Othello RDO Equipment Co. building Saturday evening for the Othello Old Hotel Art Gallery’s annual benefit auction.
Othello falls at home to Ellensburg, 17-7
OTHELLO — Othello fell at home to Ellensburg 17-7 on Friday, in a game that would have clinched the CWAC North division for an automatic playoff bid.
Maze-goers beware: there's someone behind you at the Othello Straw Maze
On a moonlit night, after driving down a dark, dusty road and through a creaky steel gate, dozens lined up in a dimly lit booth to purchase tickets to the evening’s eery event, the Othello Straw Maze.
Othello Career Showcase highlights local jobs
OTHELLO — Close to 40 employers, as well as military, post-secondary and career-training schools were present for the third annual Othello Career Showcase at Othello High School on Thursday, Oct. 17. The Othello Career Showcase allows students to see what options are available to them after high school.
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Othello Community Hospital
South county roundup: Othello drops into tie with Ephrata after loss
Saturday
Football roundup: Royal routs Ki-Be, stays perfect
Royal 56, Kiona-Benton 0
New Grant Transit Authority manager glad to be back
Moses Lake — Grant Transit Authority (GTA) welcomed their new general manager with a reception Thursday evening, Oct. 17, before a regular meeting for the board of directors. Greg Wright has previously worked as the general manager for GTA. He left GTA for four years to work for the Washington State Department of Transportation. He had been the general manager of GTA for seven years prior to that.
Sun Tribune Briefs
Royal City’s new water treatment system operational
People need to reach out with kindness to help stray animals
The staff at Adams County Pet Rescue has seen a lot of unusual things with some of the dogs that come to them.
Kindness for Kyle: Tragic passing inspires Othello
OTHELLO — When a community is hit with tragedy it can handle it in different ways. Othello residents decided to handle it, not with grief, but with kindness.
Candidate Q&A: Contested races in Mattawa, Warden, Othello
Mattawa School Board
Othello man remains sedated at Kadlec two weeks after motorcycle crash
RICHLAND — An Othello man remains sedated at Kadlec Regional Medical Center in Richland, following a motorcycle crash more than two weeks ago.
Cops in capes: Othello police surprise kind children during Kindness Week
OTHELLO — Othello police officers surprised children who are kind and friendly last week.
Legals October 22, 2019
Notice of Application - Date of Notice: October 22, 2019. Notice is hereby given that Grant County has received a SEPA Checklist and Discretionary Use Application checklist from the Grant County Fire District #8 (Mattawa WA) Designated Contact: Clayton Verellen- Erlandsen and Associates, 250 Simon St East Wenatchee, WA. This application to be technically complete on October 17, 2019. Grant County expects to issue a Determination of Non-Significance for this proposal, and the Optional DNS Process in WAC 197-11-355 is being used. This proposal may include mitigation measures under applicable codes, and the project review process may incorporate or require mitigation measures regardless of whether an EIS is prepared. This may be the only opportunity to comment on the environmental impacts of the proposal and the proposed mitigation measures. A copy of the subsequent threshold determination may be obtained upon request. PROJECT: Construction of a 14,000 square foot emergency services facility/fire station. ADDITIONAL PERMITS REQUIRED Building Permit. Discretionary Use Application STUDIES SUBMITTED: geotechnical. LOCATION: The project site is located at the intersection of Washington State Route 243 and Grant County Rd 22.5SW North of Mattawa, WA. The project site is situated in Section 27, Township 15 N, Range 23 E, W.M., and Grant County, WA. Parcel #03-1406-000. PRESENT ZONING: Rural Resource. PUBLIC HEARING: None. CONSISTENCY STATEMENT: This proposal is subject to and shall be consistent with Grant County Code, International Building Code, and International Fire Code. Copies of the application materials (File P 19-0330 & P 19-0337) are available from Grant County Development Services, 264 West Division Avenue, PO Box 37, Ephrata, WA, (509) 754-2011 ext. 2538, kziemer@grantcountywa.gov; Front Office Hours are 8am-5pm, Monday-Friday. Public comments must be submitted by November 5, 2019 to Grant County Development Services. All comments should be as specific as possible and may be mailed, hand delivered, or sent via email. Any person has the right to comment, receive notice, participate in hearings, request a copy of the final decision, and appeal the decision as provided by law and County Code. This may be the only opportunity to comment on the above listed materials. #10043/337083 Pub: October 22, 2019
Monday, October 21
Deer Camp 2019
Halfway through my trip around the edge of my hunt area put me on top of a hill overlooking the north side of the sagebrush and grass pasture. Movement was spotted about 300 yards away and to the right.
Legals October 21, 2019
Grant County, Washington, by and through the Board of County Commis-sioners, is seeking to contract with a qualified and experienced individual and/or consulting firm for Fire Investi-gation Services pursuant to RCW 43.44.050, 36.43.030, and 19.27.110 as applicable. Grant County has issued a Request For Proposal (RFP) for formal submittal of responsive proposals. Proposals are due no later than 4:00 p.m. (PST) on Monday, November 4, 2019. For complete details and RFP submittal requirements and timelines please view the published RFP on the Grant County web page at http://www.grantcountywa.gov/Request/Proposal/. Questions regarding the RFP should be directed to the Adminis-trative Services Coordinator, Jill Hammond in the Board of County Commissioners Office at (509) 754-2011, extension 2937. #10029/335342 Pub: October 14, 21, 2019
Friday, October 18
Legals October 18, 2019
Legal Ad A Public Hearing will be held for the 2020 Calendar Year Budget of Grant County Hospital District #7. The date and time will be Monday, October 21, 2019 at 6:30 pm. Location is Royal City Community Center, 13702 Dodson Rd, S, Royal City, WA. To obtain a copy of the proposed budget call Commissioner Bob Schrom at 509-346-9464. By order of Board of Commissioners, Grant County Hospital District #7. #10024/334681 Pub: October 10, 18, 2019
Thursday, October 17
Wahluke School District to receive positive learning climate grant
YAKIMA — The Wahluke School District will be receiving funds to establish a positive learning climate for students at Wahluke Junior High and Wahluke High School. The district is one of approximately seven school districts in the Yakima Educational Service District to receive the money, according to a press release from the Yakima Educational Service District on Monday, Oct. 14.
Royal City Food Bank receives donation
ROYAL CITY — The Bayer Fund announced last week that it has given the Royal City Food Bank a $2,500 donation in a press release on Oct. 10.
Old Hotel Art Gallery benefit auction this Saturday
OTHELLO — The Old Hotel Art Gallery will be holding its annual benefit auction on Saturday, Oct. 19.
Warden City Council hears report
WARDEN — Crack sealing has been happening in Warden, was the report from Warden Public Works Director Don Edson during a regular city council meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 8. Public Works has also been testing fire hydrants and preparing equipment for winter.
Othello Rodeo straw maze opens this weekend
Othello — The Othello Straw Maze will be scaring visitors the last two weekends in October and Halloween night.
Wahluke School Board changes meeting time
MATTAWA — The Wahluke School board voted to add a second meeting per month during their regular board meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 8. The second meeting was approved through a vote to update board policy No. 1400 regarding board meetings. The updated policy changes the meeting dates to the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m.
Legals October 17, 2019
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF GRANT U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, ] ] CASE NO.:16-2-00880-8 Plaintiff, ] JUDGEMENT NO.: ] v. ] SHERIFF'S PUBLIC NOTICEOF ] SALE OF REAL PROPERTY KRISTIE A. REYNOLDS, INDIVIDUALLY ] AND AS PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF ] *** 8 MONTH REDEMTION*** THE ESTATE OF RANDY REYNOLDS; ] WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF ] REVENUE; WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT ] OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIES; RONALD R. ] REYNOLDS; HERBERT A. REYNOLDS; ] ARLISTA JANE COBB; AND ALL OTHER ] PERSONS OR PARTIES UNKNOWN ] CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE, LIEN, OR ] INTEREST IN THE REAL PROPERTY ] COMMONLY KNOWN AS 2671 ROAD R. ] NORTHWEST, QUINCY, WASHINGTON ] 98848 ] ] Defendant. ] ] ___________________________________________] The Superior Court of Grant County has directed the undersigned Sheriff of Grant County to sell the property described to satisfy a judgment in the above entitled action: THAT PORTION OF FARM UNIT 152, IRRIGATION BLOCK 75, THIRD REVISION, COLUMBIA BASIN PROJECT, GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF FILED JULY 18, 1957, SITUATED WITHIN GOVERNMENT LOT 2, SECTION 19, TOWNSHIP 19 NORTH, RANGE 24 E.W.M., DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: A TRACT OF LAND BOUNDED BY A LINE BEGINNING AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SECTION; THENCE NORTH 89°59'43" EAST ALONG THE NORTHERLY BOUNDARY LINE OF SAID SECTION, A DISTANCE OF 202.31 FEET TO THE CENTER LINE OF THE U.S. BUREAU OF RECLAMATION WEST CANAL EASEMENT; THENCE SOUTH 00°37'04" EAST ALONG THE CENTER LINE OF SAID EASEMENT, A DISTANCE OF 1577.55 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE NORTH 89°53'37" EAST, A DISTANCE OF 1239.48 FEET TO THE CENTER OF U.S. BUREAU OF RECLAMATION CANAL NO. W39.9D AND THE EASTERLY BOUNDARY OF GOVERNMENT LOT 2 OF SAID SECTION; THENCE SOUTH 00°22'50" EAST ALONG THE CENTER LINE OF SAID IRRIGATION CANAL AND THE EASTERLY BOUNDARY OF GOVERNMENT LOT 2 OF SAID SECTION, A DISTANCE OF 352.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89°53'37" WEST, A DISTANCE OF 1238.02 FEET TO THE CENTER LINE OF THE U.S. BUREAU OF RECLAMATION WEST CANAL EASEMENT; THENCE NORTH 00°37'04" WEST ALONG THE CENTER LINE OF SAID EASEMENT, A DISTANCE OF 352.01 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING; EXCEPT THE EAST 250 FEET THEREOF. APN TAX PARCEL NO.: 20-1333-002 Commonly known as: 2671 Road R Northwest, Quincy, WA 98848. The sale of the described property is to take place at 10:30 am on the 22nd day of November 2019 at the main lobby of the Grant County Courthouse, Ephrata, Washington. The judgment debtor can avoid the sale by paying the judgment amount of $97,279.99 plus interest, costs and fees before the sale date. For the exact amount, contact the attorney at the address stated below. Dated this 5th day of October 2019 at Ephrata, WA 98823. THOMAS E. JONES, Sheriff By: Sheena Ohl, Civil Specialist cc: Aldridge Pite LLP Attn: Shannon Calt 111 SW Columbia Street, Suite 950 Portland, OR 97201 Phone: (503) 345-9877 #11001/336182 Pub: October 17, 24, 31, 2019 & November 7, 2019
Wednesday, October 16
Butchering the rest of the deer: What to do with the last bits of meat
Again, it is time for a disclaimer: Butcher is not my official title or unofficial title. Butchering the animals and birds is an enjoyable task for me. The results are not perfect, but the job is completed with edible meat going into the freezer.
Legals October 16, 2019
STATEMENT OF OWNERSHIP MANAGEMENT AND CIRCULATION 1. Publication Title: Columbia Basin Herald 2. Publication Number: 123-760 3. Filing Date: October 9, 2019 4. Issues Frequency: Monday - Friday, except legal holidays 5. Number of Issues Published Annually: 254 6. Annual Subscription Price: $192.00 Carrier, . $250.25 Mail. 7. Complete Mailing Address: 813 W. Third Ave., PO Box 910, Moses Lake, Grant County, WA 98837 8. Complete Mailing Address of Headquarters or General Business Office of Publisher (not primary): 813 W. 3rd Ave, P.O. Box 910 Moses Lake, Grant County, WA 98837 9. Full names and Complete Mailing Addresses of Publisher, Editor and Managing Editor: Publisher: Caralyn Bess, 813 W. Third Ave., P.O. Box 910Moses Lake, Grant County WA 98837 Editor: N/A Managing Editor: 10.Owner: Full Name Complete Mailing Address Columbia Basin Publishing Co. 813 W. Third Ave., P.O. Box 910Moses Lake, WA 98837 Hagadone Investment Co. PO Box 6200, Coeur d' Alene, ID 83816 Duane Hagadone PO Box 6200, Coeur d' Alene, ID 83816 Bradley D. Hagadon PO Box 6200, Coeur d' Alene, ID 83816 B. Todd Hagadone PO Box 6200, Coeur d' Alene, ID 83816 11. Known Bondholder, Mortgages, and Other Security Holders, Owning or Holding 1 Per cent or More of Total Amount of Bonds, Mortgages or Other Securities: None 12.Tax Status: The purpose, function and non profit status of this organization and the exempt status for federal income tax purposes: Has not changed during preceding 12 months. 13.Publications Title: The Columbia Basin Herald 14.Issue Date for Circulation Data Below: September 6, 2019 15. Extent and Nature of Circulation: Monday - Friday Newspaper, except legal holidays Average No. Copies No. Copies of Single Each Issue During Issue Published Preceding 12 Months Nearest to Filing Date A. Total No. Copies (net press run) 5,317 5,630 B. Paid Circulation (By Mail and Outside the Mail) 1. Mailed Outside- County Paid Subscriptions Stated on PS Form 3541 (Include paid distribution above nominal rate, advertiser's proof copies, and exchange copies) 233 228 2. Mailed In-County Paid Subscriptions Stated on PS Form 3541 (Include paid distribution above nominal rate, advertiser's proof copies, and exchange copies) 261 261 3. Paid Distribution Outside the Mails Including Sales Through Dealers and Carriers, Street Vendors, Counter Sales and Other Paid Distribution Outside USPS 2,634 2,812 4. Paid Distribution by Other Classes of Mail Through the USPS (e.g., First-Class Mail) NONE NONE C. Total Paid Distribution (Sum of 15b(1), (2), (3), and (4)) 3,128 3,301 D. Free or Nominal Rate Distribution (By Mail and Outside the Mail) 1. Free or Nominal Rate Outside-County Copies included on PS Form 3541 NONE NONE 2. Free or Nominal Rate In-County Copies included on PS Form 3541 NONE NONE 3. Free or Nominal Rate Copies Mailed at Other Classes Through the USPS (e.g., First-Class Mail) NONE NONE 4. Free or Nominal Rate Distribution Outside the Mail (Carriers or other means) 347 154 E. Total Free or Nominal Rate Distribution (Sum of 15d (1), (2), (3), and (4)) 347 154 F. Total Distribution (Sum of 15c & 15e) 3,475 3,455 G. Copies not Distributed: 1,842 2,175 H. Total (Sum of 15f and g) 5,317 5,630 I.Percent Paid (15c divided by 15f times 100) 90.0% 95.5% 16. Total circulation includes electronic copies A. Paid Electronic Copies 64 86 B. Total Paid Print Copies (Line 15c) + Paid Electronic Copies 3,192 3,87 C. Total Print Distribution (Line 15F) + Paid Electronic Copies 3,539 3,541 D.Percent Paid (Both Print & Electronic Copies) 90.2% 95.7% I certify that 50% of all my distributed copies (eletronic and print) are paid above a nominal price 17. Publication of Statement of Ownership: Publication required. Will be printed in the October 16, 2019 issue of this publication. 18. Signature and Title of Editor, Publisher, Business Manager or Owner: I certify that all information furnished on this form is true and complete. I understand that anyone who furnishes false or misleading information on this form or who omits material or information requested on the form may be subject to criminal sanctions (including fines and imprisonment) and/or civil sanctions (including civic penalties). /s/Caralyn Bess Publisher October 16, 2019 #10028/334994 Pub.: October 16, 2019
Legals October 16, 2019
NOTICE OF GENERAL/SPECIAL ELECTION and REGISTRATION DEADLINES - ADAMS COUNTY, WA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a General/Special Election will be held on November 5, 2019 in Adams County, State of Washington, to submit to the qualified electors thereof, for their approval and adoption or rejection, special propositions, and to elect candidates. Replacement ballots may be obtained by contacting the Adams County Elections Office at 509-659-3249 or in person from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday thru Friday at 210 W Broadway Ave, Suite 200. Additional information about voter registration, candidates, ballot issues, ballot drop box locations, and voter service centers can be found at www.co.adams.wa.us/departments/elections_new2019. Registration Deadlines: The last day for mail in and online voter registrations and transfers for the November 5, 2019 General Election is Monday October 28, 2019. The last day of in-person registration and transfers for the November 5, 2019 General Election is Tuesday November 5, 2019. In-person registration is available daily at the Adams County Elections Office, 210 W Broadway Ave, Suite 200, Ritzville, WA 99169. The Adams County Services Building, 425 E Main Ave, Othello, WA 99344 will accept in person registrations on Election Day, November 5, 2019 from 8:30 am to 8:00 pm. Canvassing Board Meetings: The Adams County Canvassing Board will hold public meetings for the November 5, 2019 General/Special Election on Tuesday, November 5, 2019 at 8:00 pm; Tuesday November 12 at 2:00 pm; Monday November 18 at 2:00 pm; and on Tuesday November 26, 2019 at 11:00 am. These meetings will take place at the Adams County Elections Office at 210 W Broadway Ave, Suite 200, Ritzville WA, 99169. Jurisdictions with offices and ballot measures on ballot: State of Washington Referendum Measure No. 88 Initiative Measure No. 976 Advisory Vote No. 20 Advisory Vote No. 21 Advisory Vote No. 22 Advisory Vote No. 23 Advisory Vote No. 24 Advisory Vote No. 25 Advisory Vote No. 26 Advisory Vote No. 27 Advisory Vote No. 28 Advisory Vote No. 29 Advisory Vote No. 30 Advisory Vote No. 31 Proposed Constitutional Amendment -SJR 8200 Port of Othello Commissioner, District 2 - Nonpartisan Office Commissioner, District 3 - Nonpartisan Office Hospital District 2 - EARH Commissioner, Position 2 - Nonpartisan Office Hospital District 3 Commissioner Position 2 - Nonpartisan Office Commissioner Position 4 - Nonpartisan Office Commissioner Position 5 - Nonpartisan Office North Franklin School District J51 - 162 Director, District 1, Position 1 - Nonpartisan Office Director, District 2, Position 2 - Nonpartisan Office Director, District 5, Position 5 - Nonpartisan Office Odessa School District 105 - 157 Director, District 2 - Nonpartisan Office Director, District 3 - Nonpartisan Office Director at Large, Position 4 - Nonpartisan Office Washtucna School District 109 - 43 - 312 Director, Position 1 - Nonpartisan Office Director, Position 3 - Nonpartisan Office Benge School District 122 Director, Position 1 - Nonpartisan Office Director, Position 3 - Nonpartisan Office Director, Position 4 - Nonpartisan Office Lacrosse School District 126-8J Director, Position 1, At Large - Nonpartisan Office Director, Position 4, At Large - Nonpartisan Office Director, Position 5, At Large - Nonpartisan Office Lamont School District 128 Director, Position 1, At Large - Nonpartisan Office Director, Position 2, At Large - Nonpartisan Office Director, Position 3, At Large - Nonpartisan Office Director, Position 4, At Large - Nonpartisan Office Director, Position 5, At Large - Nonpartisan Office Warden School District 146-161 Director, District 2 - Nonpartisan Office Director, District 3 - Nonpartisan Office Director At Large, Position 5 - Nonpartisan Office Othello School District 147 - 163 - 55 Director, District 2 - Nonpartisan Office Director, District 4 - Nonpartisan Office Director At Large, Position 5 - Nonpartisan Office Lind School District 158 Director, Position 2 - Nonpartisan Office Director, Position 5 - Nonpartisan Office Ritzville School District 160 - 67 Director, District 2 - Nonpartisan Office Director, District 4 - Nonpartisan Office Sprague School District 163 - 8J Director, Position 1 - Nonpartisan Office Director, Position 2 - Nonpartisan Office Director, Position 4 - Nonpartisan Office Endicott School District 308 Director, Position 1, At Large - Nonpartisan Office Director, Position 2, At Large - Nonpartisan Office Director, Position 3, At Large - Nonpartisan Office Director, Position 5, At Large - Nonpartisan Office Town of Hatton Mayor - Nonpartisan Office Council, Position 1 - Nonpartisan Office Council, Position 2 - Nonpartisan Office Council, Position 3 - Nonpartisan Office Council, Position 5 - Nonpartisan Office Town of Lind Council, Position 4 - Nonpartisan Office Council, Position 5 - Nonpartisan Office City of Othello Council, Position 4 - Nonpartisan Office Council, Position 5 - Nonpartisan Office Council, Position 6 - Nonpartisan Office Council, Position 7 - Nonpartisan Office City of Ritzville Mayor - Nonpartisan Office Council, Ward 1 - Nonpartisan Office Council, Ward 2 - Nonpartisan Office Council, Ward 4 - Nonpartisan Office Council At Large, 2 Year Term - Nonpartisan Office Town of Washtucna Mayor - Nonpartisan Office Council, Position 1 - Nonpartisan Office Council, Position 2 - Nonpartisan Office Council, Position 4 - Nonpartisan Office Fire Protection District 1 Commissioner, Position 3 - Nonpartisan Office Fire Protection District 2 Commissioner, Position 1 - Nonpartisan Office Commissioner, Position 2 - Nonpartisan Office Fire Protection District 3 Commissioner, Position 3 - Nonpartisan Office Fire Protection District 4 Commissioner, Position 2 - Nonpartisan Office Fire Protection District 5 Commissioner, Position 2 - Nonpartisan Office Fire Protection District 6 Commissioner, Position 3 - Nonpartisan Office Fire Protection District 7 Commissioner, Position 1 - Nonpartisan Office Commissioner, Position 3 - Nonpartisan Office Park and Recreation District 1 - Othello Commissioner, Position 3 - Nonpartisan Office Commissioner, Position 4 - Nonpartisan Office Park and Recreation District 2 - Washtucna Commissioner, Position2 - Nonpartisan Office Park and Recreation District 3 - Lind Commissioner, Position 1 - Nonpartisan Office Commissioner, Position 2 - Nonpartisan Office Commissioner, Position 3 - Nonpartisan Office Park and Recreation District 4 - Ritzville Commissioner, Position 3 - Nonpartisan Office Commissioner, Position 4 - Nonpartisan Office Commissioner, Position 5 - Nonpartisan Office Cemetery District 1 - Washtucna Commissioner, Position 1 - Nonpartisan Office Commissioner, Position 2 - Nonpartisan Office Cemetery District 2 - Othello Commissioner, Position 1 - Nonpartisan Office Cemetery District 3 - Lind Commissioner, Position 2 - Nonpartisan Office Commissioner, Position 3 - Nonpartisan Office Water District No. 1 Commissioner, Position 3 - Nonpartisan Office Local Propositions and Measures: Proposition No. 1 Submitted by Lamont School District No. 128 - 264 Supplemental Educational Programs and Operation Levy $40,000 to be collected in 2020 $40,000 to be collected in 2021 Submitted by Adams County Fire District No. 4 - Lamont Proposition No. 1 Maintenance and Operation Levy $11,000 for Maintenance and Operation for the year 2020. All Voter Service Centers for this election meet Accessibility Standards as set forth in the Revised Code of Washington, 29A.16 RCW and the Washington Administrative Code Title 434-257. Adams County Election Office Voters may drop off ballots; get replacement ballots; use an Accessible Voting Unit, or receive other assistance as needed beginning on Wednesday October 16, 2019 at the Adams County Elections Office located at 210 W Broadway Ave, Suite 200, Ritzville WA, 99169. For questions please call 509-659-3249 email elections@co.adams.wa.us or go to our website at www.co.adams.wa.us. Adams County Services Building Voters may drop off ballots, get replacement ballots, or receive other assistance as needed only on November 5, 2019 at 425 E Main, Othello WA, 99344. Hours will be only be 8:30 am to 8:00 pm on November 5, 2019. For questions please call 509-659-3249 or 509-660-0584. You can also email elections@co.adams.wa.us or go to our website at www.co.adams.wa.us/departments/elections_new2019. Ballot Drop Box Locations Town of Lind, 116 1/2 W. 2nd St. Adams County Public Services Building, 425 E. Main St. City of Ritzville, 216 E. Main St. Town of Washtucna, 165 S. Main St. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and official seal this 11th Day of October, 2019. Heidi K. Hunt, County Auditor and Ex-officio Supervisor of Elections Adams County, Washington #10008/335667 Pub:October 16, 2019
McCain Foods expansion celebrated with groundbreaking
OTHELLO — The ongoing project to expand a longtime Othello business was commemorated by McCain Foods owners, along with Othello and Adams County officials Tuesday morning. A groundbreaking ceremony was held at the site on Lee Road in Othello.
Tuesday, October 15
Wife of surviving victim testifies
EPHRATA — The wife of the sole surviving victim from the 2016 state Route 26 murder testified Tuesday in Grant County Superior Court.
Murder victim's estranged lover says she asked defendants to 'scare him'
EPHRATA — The ex of a man killed on state Route 26 in 2016 testified Tuesday that she had only wanted the men accused of murdering her husband to “scare him,” before things went horribly wrong.
Butchering the hindquarter
There are two ways we look at our deer meat in my hunt group. We all save what is considered the prime cuts. Mainly these are the backstrap and the tenderloins.
Othello to hold candidates forum
OTHELLO — A candidates forum of the contested races in Othello will be held Tuesday, Oct. 22. The forum is being sponsored by five Othello businesses — GPS Financial, Basin Insurance, RDO Equipment, Johnson’s Glass and Othello Dental Arts.
South county roundup: Othello's Guzman continues stellar soccer season
Saturday
Football roundup: Othello one win away from CWAC North championship
Othello 35, East Valley 13
Royal outlasts Wahluke in penalty kicks
ROYAL CITY — Wahluke’s bid for a perfect record in conference play ended last Thursday after a 4-3 loss in penalties to Royal, after a 0-0 draw through extra time.
Moses Lake, Israeli companies partner to create apple picking robot
MOSES LAKE — An apple picking robot — it isn’t something out of a sci-fi movie. It is the creation of Automated AG, of Moses Lake and FFRobotics, of Netanya, Israel.
A visit to Trinity Gardens Lavender Farm
GEORGE — The smell of lavender is one of the first things that impacts visitors to Trinity Gardens Lavender Farm, located southwest of George and owned and operated by the Putnam family. They have been raising and producing lavender essential oils since 2015.
Coaching Tree
MOSES LAKE — Like most parents at Moses Lake High School volleyball matches, Krystal Trammell cheers her children on from the side each night as they compete. Trammell cheers and supports her daughters Serina and Ashlyn Haneberg from a little closer than most, the bench.
Legals October 15, 2019
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUB-LIC HEARING WILL BE HELD October 29, 2019 at 8:45 a.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata, WA to consider the following budget extension requests: *Administrative Services Coordinator in the amount of $177,500.00 for the following Strategic Infrastructure Pro-gram projects using Economic En-hancement Strategic Infrastructure ending fund balance (113.155): #2019-07 City of George -Frontage Road ($40,000 grant/$40,000 loan) #2019-08 Port of Royal Slope -Water-line Extension ($97,500.00 grant) * Central Services in the amount of $35,000.00 to complete the sidewalk construction project (sidewalks that border parking lots F, E, and B) using REET funds. * New Hope in the amount of $22,860.00 to receive grant funds from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, Washington State Department of Commerce, and HopeSource for the Youth Homeless-ness Demonstration Project (CFDA #14.276) to provide services to home-less youth victims. Any interested per-sons may appear regarding these mat-ters. Barbara J. Vasquez, CMC Administrative Assistant & Clerk of the Board Grant County Commissioners #10034/335692 Pub: October 15, 21, 2019
Monday, October 14
What to do next with your deer carcass
We now have a deer carcass hanging in a cool place to allow the body heat to dissipate. This may be a shop, garage or walk-in cooler, but make sure the deer is out of reach of smaller critters looking for fresh meat.
Legals October 14, 2019
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD October 22, 2019 at 10:00 am in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata, WA to consider the recommendation of the Grant County Treasurer to increase the Turnkey Lighting District parcel assessment rate for 2020 from $19.00 to $24.00 per parcel; and to decrease the Hillcrest Lighting District parcel assessment rate for 2020 from $19.00 to $16.00 per parcel. Any interested persons may appear regarding these matters. Barbara J. Vasquez, CMC Administrative Assistant & Clerk of the Board Grant County Commissioners #10019/333738 Pub: October 7, 14, 2019
Sunday, October 13
How to butcher deer
The shot was right on the mark. The deer is down. Now what?
Thursday, October 10
Legals October 10, 2019
Legal Ad A Public Hearing will be held for the 2020 Calendar Year Budget of Grant County Hospital District #7. The date and time will be Monday, October 21, 2019 at 6:30 pm. Location is Royal City Community Center, 13702 Dodson Rd, S, Royal City, WA. To obtain a copy of the proposed budget call Commissioner Bob Schrom at 509-346-9464. By order of Board of Commissioners, Grant County Hospital District #7. #10024/334681 Pub: October 10, 18, 2019
Wednesday, October 9
More survival techniques for the great outdoors
Groups of deer hunters will head into the field this Saturday as the general deer season opens. Today we will continue with survival techniques.
Warden volleyball sleepover reportedly includes hazing, car crash
WARDEN — On Friday, Aug. 30, the Warden High School volleyball team had a lock-in, an overnight event with team-building activities that students were not allowed to leave. According to reports, hazing-like activities may have occurred, which spurred some distressed students to leave the event early, with one crashing a car into posts that surround a fire hydrant.
Legals October 9, 2019
NOTICE OF L & A TEST NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the logic and accuracy test of the ballot counting system to be used to tabulate the results of the November 5, 2019 General Election to be held in Adams County, State of Washington will be conducted on October 11, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. in the office of the Adams County Auditor at 210 West Broadway, Ritzville. This notice is given in accordance with RCW 42.30, open Public Meetings Act. ____________________________________ Heidi K. Hunt, Adams County Auditor and Ex-Officio Supervisor of Elections in and for Adams County, Washington. #10002/322088 Pub: October 2, 9, 2019
Legals October 9, 2019
NOTICE OF PRIVATE SALE OF FARMLAND NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT one parcel of land ("Parcel 'A'") will be offered at a private sale on October 30, 2019. Parcel "A" is approximately two thousand forty (2,040) acres, consisting of: Four pieces of land offered by the ESTATE OF LOREN J. TOTUSEK; and one piece of land offered by NORMAN OTT and MARSHA GARNER. Parcel "A" is situated in Lincoln County, State of Washington, and is described as follows: Parcel "A" (Lincoln County) The Northeast Quarter and the South half of Section 21, Township 22 North, Range 32 E.W.M., records of Lincoln County, State of Washington Parcel No.: 2232021900030 Approximately 480 acres AND The Southwest Quarter of Section 22, Township 22 North, Range 32 E.W.M., records of Lincoln County, State of Washington Parcel No.: 2232022300030 Approximately 160 acres AND All of Section 27, Township 22 North, Range 32 E.W.M., records of Lincoln County, State of Washington Parcel No.: 2232027000030 Approximately 640 acres AND All of Section 28, Township 22 North, Range 32 E.W.M., records of Lincoln County, State of Washington Parcel No.: 2232028000030 Approximately 640 acres (Includes Farm Residence) AND The Northwest Quarter of Section 22, Township 22 North, Range 32 E.W.M., records of Lincoln County, State of Washington Parcel No.: 2232022200010 Approximately 160 acres *Complete legal descriptions to be furnished by title company. The acreages are believed to be correct but are not guaranteed. No survey will be furnished by the Sellers. In all cases, no adjustment will be made in price based on any subsequent survey conducted by Buyer. It is the Bidder/Buyer's responsibility to verify the accuracy of the acreage. Terms of Sale shall be cash at closing by way of wire transfer made payable to Carpenter, McGuire & DeWulf Trust Account. All bidders shall bid in a total dollar amount for the entire parcel and not on a per acre basis, given that acreages vary and there is no guarantee as to acreage. All bids shall be in writing and must be submitted in a sealed envelope on or before Noon (12:00 o'clock p.m.), on October 30, 2019. Bids shall be addressed and mailed to "Totusek, Ott, and Garner Land Bid Sale" in care of Mark DeWulf of Carpenter, McGuire & DeWulf, P.S., P.O. Box 457, Odessa, WA 99159 in time to arrive at said address prior to the above date. Each bid shall be accompanied by a personal check in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the bid price payable to the order of Carpenter, McGuire & DeWulf Trust Account as evidence of the bidder's good faith, said amount to be a legal obligation and forfeited to the Seller by the successful bidder unless the bidder complies with his bid. All bids will be opened at Noon (12:00 o'clock p.m.) on October 30, 2019 at the offices of Carpenter, McGuire & DeWulf, P.S., in Odessa, WA. Unsuccessful bidders will be notified and have until Noon (12:00 o'clock p.m.) on November 6, 2019 to make and file a second bid higher than that of the first successful bidder; provided that such second bids are in writing and submitted in a sealed envelope with a bid deposit as above provided, and further provided that the second bid shall in no event be less than seven percent (7%) higher than the original highest bid of the first successful bidder. The first successful bidder shall then be notified and have until Noon (12:00 o'clock p.m.) on November 13, 2019, in which to make and file a bid better than that of the highest second successful bidder, said bid to be not less than two percent (2%) higher than the highest second successful bid and thereafter no further bids will be accepted. Seller reserves the right to reject any and all bids. All submitted bids shall be sealed with bid deposits as indicated herein. The Sellers will furnish title insurance and will pay the premium therefore and will also pay real estate excise tax and one-half the closing fees charged by the closing attorneys Carpenter, McGuire & DeWulf, P.S. The successful bidder shall pay the recording fees and one-half the closing fees charged by the above attorneys. The real property taxes payable in 2019 shall be prorated as of the date of closing. Closing shall transpire no later than December 18, 2019. The successful bidder takes the property and all buildings as is. The Sellers will receive the 2019 CRP payment. For all questions and to receive an informational bid packet, please contact Mark DeWulf of Carpenter, McGuire & DeWulf at (509) 982-2672. #10009/331840 Pub: October 2, 9, 2019
Tuesday, October 8
Survival techniques vital when hunting
The general deer season begins this Saturday, Oct. 12. This week we are covering some items to consider as hunting groups head for the field this first weekend.
Murmurings of mistrial after soft-spoken witness
EPHRATA — As jurors walked back into the courtroom late Tuesday afternoon after a short break, one of the alternate jurors — who observe the trial in the chance a juror needs to be removed — raised her hand.
Flipped witness implicates Sosa murder defendants
EPHRATA — Yawning frequently, Julio Ceasar Albarran Varona testified in Grant County Superior Court Tuesday that he, along with that case’s two co-defendants, participated in the kidnapping and murder of 28-year-old Arturo Sosa in late 2016.
Othello mayor proclaims next week Kindness Week
OTHELLO — Othello Mayor Shawn Logan proclaimed Oct. 13-20 as Kindness Week during a regular city council meeting on Monday, Oct. 7.
South county roundup: Royal football routs Warden to remain unbeaten
Royal 49, Warden 0
Volunteering can help on many levels
There is often a good reason for someone volunteering for a particular organization. It becomes a passion that is shared with others who have the same interests.
Wahluke defeats Warden 4-0 at home
MATTAWA — Wahluke girls soccer defeated Warden at home 4-0. Both teams were undefeated in the South Central Athletic Conference East entering the matchup.
Jesse Chiprez appointed to Wahluke School Board
MATTAWA — Jesse Chiprez was appointed to the Wahluke School Board by the Yakima Educational Service District and sworn in on Tuesday, Oct. 1 before a district workshop. Chiprez’s appointment fills the board of directors spot that has been vacant since Feb. 12, 2019.
City of Mattawa to lose city clerk
MATTAWA — Mayor Scott Hyndman, of Mattawa, gave the Mattawa City Council some bad news during a regular city council meeting on Thursday, Oct. 3. City Clerk Ann Hastie will be leaving the city.
Othello defeats Ephrata, 27-8, in Homecoming matchup
OTHELLO — Othello football picked up a win in their Homecoming game on Friday night against Ephrata, defeating the Tigers 27-8.
State auditors at Royal City
Royal City — The City of Royal City has representatives from the state auditor’s office doing an on-site audit. Royal City Finance Director Shilo Christensen told the city council about the audit during a regular city council meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 1. The audit takes two weeks onsite. A final report won’t be ready for several weeks.
Firefighters receive money for new fire nozzle
Othello —The Othello/Adams County Fire District No. 5 Firefighters Association has purchased three piercing nozzles. The funds for the nozzles came from a grant from the “America’s Farmers Grow Communities” sponsored by the Bayer Fund. Othello farmer Richard Colley directed the grant to the firefighters.
Archaeology Days to be held at Wanapum Heritage Center
Mattawa — The Wanapum Heritage Center and Grant County PUD will be hosting Archaeology Days at the Wanapum Heritage Center as part of Washington State Archaeology Month. Events will take place on Tuesday and Wednesday, Oct. 15 and 16.
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MOSES LAKE — Grant Transit Authority (GTA) Board of Directors has approved the contract for their new general manager. The Board of Directors met for eight minutes during a special board meeting on Monday, Sept. 30, to approve the contract between GTA and Greg Wright, according to Brandy Heston, Administrative Services Manager for GTA. They also extended the contract for interim general manager Terry Weed.
Legals October 8, 2019
CITY OF WARDEN NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Warden City Council will hold a Public Hearing on Ad Valorem Taxes for the 2020 Budget year. The hearing shall include consideration of possible increases in property tax revenues allowed by law. The hearing will be held on October 22, 2019 at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers, located at 201 So. Ash Street. #10020/334134 Pub: October 8, 2019
Monday, October 7
'I thought I was already dead' Surviving victim testifies in Sosa murder trial
EPHRATA — The surviving victim of a December 2016 kidnapping and murder testified in open court Monday in front of the two men he said shot him and killed his friend, Arturo Sosa.
Safety is the main word
The big day is close. The general deer season will begin on Saturday, Oct. 12.
Legals October 7, 2019
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD October 22, 2019 at 10:00 am in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata, WA to consider the recommendation of the Grant County Treasurer to increase the Turnkey Lighting District parcel assessment rate for 2020 from $19.00 to $24.00 per parcel; and to decrease the Hillcrest Lighting District parcel assessment rate for 2020 from $19.00 to $16.00 per parcel. Any interested persons may appear regarding these matters. Barbara J. Vasquez, CMC Administrative Assistant & Clerk of the Board Grant County Commissioners #10019/333738 Pub: October 7, 14, 2019
Sunday, October 6
How to prepare and cook a wild turkey
Two tagged turkeys were in back of the Ram, now what? My wild turkeys are skinned after a successful hunting trip. This year the procedure was changed a bit.
Thursday, October 3
Trial begins in Sosa murder
EPHRATA — Smiling, Gustavo Tapia Rodriguez walked unescorted into the courtroom Wednesday afternoon, sat down between his attorney and that of his co-defendant, and put in earphones for a translating headset.
Soap Lake man sentenced to federal prison
SOAP LAKE — A Soap Lake man was sentenced to seven years (84 months) in federal prison Thursday after pleading guilty to possession of methamphetamines and intending to distribute them.
Fire damages equipment at Priest Rapids Dam
PRIEST RAPIDS DAM — Employees at Priest Rapids Dam were evacuated, but no one was injured, Thursday afternoon when a fire damaged equipment attached to one of the dam’s turbine-generator units.
No injuries in Ephrata drive-by
EPHRATA — A drive-by shooting in Ephrata with no injuries reportedly occurred just after midnight Thursday, according to city officials. Police are asking for assistance in locating the suspect in the case, according to a press release from City Administrator Wes Crago.
1907 bank robbery rattled Ephrata
EPHRATA, DOUGLAS COUNTY, Wash. — A loud explosion from the Bank of Ephrata roused two women from their beds around midnight on Saturday, April 6, 1907.
Legals October 3, 2019
CALL FOR BIDS CITY OF WARDEN LIFT STATION 4 AND ASSOCIATED PIPELINES 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 10:00 A.M.; local time on Thursday, October 24, 2019, for furnishing the necessary labor, materials, equipment, tools, and guarantees thereof to construct Lift Station 4 and Associated Pipelines. The scope of work includes installation of approximately 3,700 linear feet of gravity sewer main, 3,000 linear feet of force main, a new lift station with associated site and electrical work, 800 linear feet of water service piping, and all other appurtenances required to complete the work. The Work shall be substantially complete within 140 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. 1. All work performed on this project will be subject to the higher of the prevailing state or federal Davis Bacon wage rates. 2. The City of Warden is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. 3. Small, Minority, and Woman-owned firms are encouraged to submit bids. 4. Buy-American Requirement of P.L. 113-76 Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2014 for American Iron and Steel. Financing of the Project has been provided by the City of Warden, Washington, a Grant County SIP grant, and the Washington State Department of Ecology State Revolving Fund. 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____ CLERK-TREASURER/CITY ADMINISTRATOR #10013/332717 Pub: October 3, 2019
Wednesday, October 2
Dave Vedder downs first turkey
Dave Vedder, a friend and book author, now lives in Wenatchee. He is a seasoned angler, specializing in salmon and steelhead, although he will go after anything swimming in the world’s waters.
Legals October 2, 2019
NOTICE OF L & A TEST NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the logic and accuracy test of the ballot counting system to be used to tabulate the results of the November 5, 2019 General Election to be held in Adams County, State of Washington will be conducted on October 11, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. in the office of the Adams County Auditor at 210 West Broadway, Ritzville. This notice is given in accordance with RCW 42.30, open Public Meetings Act. ____________________________________ Heidi K. Hunt, Adams County Auditor and Ex-Officio Supervisor of Elections in and for Adams County, Washington. #10002/322088 Pub: October 2, 9, 2019
Legals October 2, 2019
NOTICE OF PRIVATE SALE OF FARMLAND NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT one parcel of land ("Parcel 'A'") will be offered at a private sale on October 30, 2019. Parcel "A" is approximately two thousand forty (2,040) acres, consisting of: Four pieces of land offered by the ESTATE OF LOREN J. TOTUSEK; and one piece of land offered by NORMAN OTT and MARSHA GARNER. Parcel "A" is situated in Lincoln County, State of Washington, and is described as follows: Parcel "A" (Lincoln County) The Northeast Quarter and the South half of Section 21, Township 22 North, Range 32 E.W.M., records of Lincoln County, State of Washington Parcel No.: 2232021900030 Approximately 480 acres AND The Southwest Quarter of Section 22, Township 22 North, Range 32 E.W.M., records of Lincoln County, State of Washington Parcel No.: 2232022300030 Approximately 160 acres AND All of Section 27, Township 22 North, Range 32 E.W.M., records of Lincoln County, State of Washington Parcel No.: 2232027000030 Approximately 640 acres AND All of Section 28, Township 22 North, Range 32 E.W.M., records of Lincoln County, State of Washington Parcel No.: 2232028000030 Approximately 640 acres (Includes Farm Residence) AND The Northwest Quarter of Section 22, Township 22 North, Range 32 E.W.M., records of Lincoln County, State of Washington Parcel No.: 2232022200010 Approximately 160 acres *Complete legal descriptions to be furnished by title company. The acreages are believed to be correct but are not guaranteed. No survey will be furnished by the Sellers. In all cases, no adjustment will be made in price based on any subsequent survey conducted by Buyer. It is the Bidder/Buyer's responsibility to verify the accuracy of the acreage. Terms of Sale shall be cash at closing by way of wire transfer made payable to Carpenter, McGuire & DeWulf Trust Account. All bidders shall bid in a total dollar amount for the entire parcel and not on a per acre basis, given that acreages vary and there is no guarantee as to acreage. All bids shall be in writing and must be submitted in a sealed envelope on or before Noon (12:00 o'clock p.m.), on October 30, 2019. Bids shall be addressed and mailed to "Totusek, Ott, and Garner Land Bid Sale" in care of Mark DeWulf of Carpenter, McGuire & DeWulf, P.S., P.O. Box 457, Odessa, WA 99159 in time to arrive at said address prior to the above date. Each bid shall be accompanied by a personal check in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the bid price payable to the order of Carpenter, McGuire & DeWulf Trust Account as evidence of the bidder's good faith, said amount to be a legal obligation and forfeited to the Seller by the successful bidder unless the bidder complies with his bid. All bids will be opened at Noon (12:00 o'clock p.m.) on October 30, 2019 at the offices of Carpenter, McGuire & DeWulf, P.S., in Odessa, WA. Unsuccessful bidders will be notified and have until Noon (12:00 o'clock p.m.) on November 6, 2019 to make and file a second bid higher than that of the first successful bidder; provided that such second bids are in writing and submitted in a sealed envelope with a bid deposit as above provided, and further provided that the second bid shall in no event be less than seven percent (7%) higher than the original highest bid of the first successful bidder. The first successful bidder shall then be notified and have until Noon (12:00 o'clock p.m.) on November 13, 2019, in which to make and file a bid better than that of the highest second successful bidder, said bid to be not less than two percent (2%) higher than the highest second successful bid and thereafter no further bids will be accepted. Seller reserves the right to reject any and all bids. All submitted bids shall be sealed with bid deposits as indicated herein. The Sellers will furnish title insurance and will pay the premium therefore and will also pay real estate excise tax and one-half the closing fees charged by the closing attorneys Carpenter, McGuire & DeWulf, P.S. The successful bidder shall pay the recording fees and one-half the closing fees charged by the above attorneys. The real property taxes payable in 2019 shall be prorated as of the date of closing. Closing shall transpire no later than December 18, 2019. The successful bidder takes the property and all buildings as is. The Sellers will receive the 2019 CRP payment. For all questions and to receive an informational bid packet, please contact Mark DeWulf of Carpenter, McGuire & DeWulf at (509) 982-2672. #10009/331840 Pub: October 2, 9, 2019
Othello to celebrate Kindness Week October 13-20
Othello — Throughout the week of Oct. 13-20, Othello residents will be going out of their way to show kindness to others.
Tuesday, October 1
Columbia Basin Health Association Color Run a success
OTHELLO — Hundreds braved 45-degree weather, frigid rain, driving wind and volunteers covering runners with colored powders to finish the second annual Columbia Basin Health Association 5K Color Run in Othello Saturday.
Othello Food Bank fundraiser scheduled for Tuesday
OTHELLO — The Xi Beta Xi will hold their annual silent auction fundraiser on Tuesday, Oct. 8 from 6 to 8 p.m. It will be held at the Othello Eagles Aerie No. 3396 on 127 E. Larch St.
Warden officer shoots perfect score
Warden — Jonathan Balas, Warden’s police officer in training, shot a perfect score, reported Warden Police Chief Rick Martin during a regular Warden City Council meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 24.
Shelter Open House: A day to make a difference
OTHELLO — Pawsitive Alliance will be hosting the eighth annual statewide Shelter Open House on Saturday, Oct. 5. The purpose of the event is to raise awareness of animal shelters across Washington and the homeless animals in their care and to help those pets find forever homes.
Tips for welcoming your new pet home
There is definitely a difference between a rescue dog and one you might get from a breeder. Rescue dogs do take a bit more work and a lot more patience.
South county roundup: Othello ground game quiets Quincy
Othello 23, Quincy 6
Royal takes down Okanogan to remain unbeaten
ROYAL CITY — Royal remained undefeated on the season with a home win over Okanaogan on Friday, 55-7.
Othello City Council swears in new officers
Othello — Two recently graduated police officers were sworn in during a regular Othello City Council meeting on Monday, Sept. 23.
Area school districts hire many new teachers
School is well underway for the year. Before the doors opened, school districts ensured that they had enough personnel to make the school year run smoothly.
Potato feed to be held Friday for charities
Othello — Pilgrim Lutheran Church will be holding their annual Baked Potato Feed on Friday. Donations from the event will go to the Othello Food Bank and Assured Hospice, in Moses Lake.
Road repair to take place in Othello
Othello — Road construction will be taking place along Broadway Avenue in Othello starting Oct. 7. The project is expected to last four days.
Body of missing Othello man found in Canal Lake
WARDEN — The body of missing Othello resident Arthur Valentino Madrigal was recovered this week from a lake in south Grant County.
Legals October 1, 2019
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AN OPEN RECORD PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD October 21, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. in the Grant County Commissioners Hearing Room, Courthouse, Ephrata, WA to consider the adoption of an extension to an existing Development Agreement by and between Grant County and CRR Land Co. LLC, for the Crescent Ridge Ranch Development, pursuant to RCW 36.70B.170. The property is approx. 107-acres and located in portions of S 18, T 20 N, R 23 (Parcel No. 15-0637-008). Any interested persons may appear regarding these matters. 10011/331857 Pub: October 1, 8, 2019
