State awards grants to support local arts and festivals

OLYMPIA — The Washington State Department of Commerce announced Monday that it is awarding more than $71,000 to arts organizations and local festivals in the Columbia Basin. The grants, made in collaboration with the Washington Festivals and Events Association and ArtsWA, are part of $3.3 million in funds awarded to 284 organizations in 36 of Washington’s 39 counties, according to the announcement. Grants can be used to restart local festivals and events suspended in 2020 and 2021 due to the pandemic or to stabilize depleted budgets, according to the press release. Recipients can use the funds for deposits on infrastructure (security, temporary fencing, staging, lights, sound equipment, etc.) and staff and labor costs. Grants ranged from $178 to $35,000 and were based on need and demonstrated losses. The program was made possible through a tourism relief grant from the U.S. Economic Development Administration...

James Joseph Nelson

James Joseph Nelson of Whidbey Island, Washington passed peacefully in his sleep on Oct. 31, 2022, in Everett, Washington at the age of 79. Jim is survived by his wife Linda; daughter Heidi (Don) Sherman; son Christopher Nelson; stepsons Eric Dufur and Alan Dufur Petrick; grandchildren Shelby Nelson, Elizabeth Dufur, Andrew Dufur and Kylie Sherman; brother Mike Nelson and sister Mary (Dick) Niemeyer, along with numerous nieces and nephews. Jim was greeted in heaven by his father OT, mother Dawn Ann, brother Rex and sister-in-law Karen Nelson. Jim graduated from Moses Lake High School, attended Big Bend Community College, proudly served in the United States Marine Corps, and was a combat veteran, Vietnam.

David Hathaway

David Lynn Hathaway, beloved son, husband, father, and grandfather passed away Friday, Jan. 7, 2022, in Boise, Idaho. David was born on Dec. 22, 1949, in St. Anthony, Idaho to Lynn and Irma Hathaway. He was the eldest of six children and was raised in Bothell, Washington. He attended and graduated from Bothell High School in the late ’60s where he was a state-level wrestler. After high school he married his first wife Patty and they relocated to Moses Lake, Washington where they raised three children: Mike, Sarah and Rachel. David enjoyed an extensive career in construction where he excelled at building homes, facilities, stores, and restaurants across Washington and Idaho.

Potato commission founder mourned Monday

MOSES LAKE - Walter LePage, 97, a founder of the Washington State Potato Commission, was remembered Monday for his leadership during the commission's early years.

Governor recognizes Big Bend students in Olympia

Students receive scholarships, medals

MOSES LAKE - Gov. Chris Gregoire recognized two Big Bend Community College Students last week as among the state's best students in higher education.

Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program renounces summer schedule

WENATCHEE — The Aging & Adult Care of Central Washington has released it Senior Farmers Market schedule. The annual event and is open to all low income seniors 60 years of age and older (55 for Native Americans) who live in Adams, Chelan, Douglas, Grant, Lincoln, and Okanogan counties.

Jacquelyn Wanzer

Jacquelyn “Jackie” LaRainne Wanzer, 91, of Spokane, Washington went home to Jesus on April 16, 2022.

Legals for July, 30 2024

Ephrata Relay raises spirits

EPHRATA - The ninth annual Columbia Basin Relay for Life was held last week at the Ephrata High School track.

LaVerne Parkinson

LaVerne Ellen Harris arrived into this world on Feb. 11, 1942. She was born to Lee and Verna Harris in Thomas, Idaho. She blessed the family as their second daughter, just behind her older sister Dixie. She was later made an older sister to her brother Ricky. She attended school in Springfield and graduated from Aberdeen High School in May of 1960. She was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She held many callings throughout her life in all auxiliaries of the church. She had a strong testimony of the gospel of Jesus Christ and was one of his most spirited disciples.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE NOTICE

Notice of Trustee's Sale Pursuant To the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq. On August 27, 2010 at 10:00AM inside the main lobby of the Police Justice Building (Balsam Street Entrance) 401 South Balsam, in the city of Moses Lake, State of Washington, the undersigned Trustee, RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., (subject to any conditions imposed by the trustee to protect the lender and borrower) will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable at time of sale, the following described real property, situated in the county(ies) of Grant, State of Washington.

Notice of Trustee's Sale

Pursuant To the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq.

Legals April 30, 2019

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

Kristene 'Kris' Duncan-Crum

October 5, 1969 – April 15, 2017

MLHS senior Mikayla Cooper looking to compete at national XC meet

MOSES LAKE — Mikayla Cooper’s prep season may have ended, but there’s still running to be done.

Sherri Lynn Jennings-Hausknecht

Sherri Lynn Jennings-Hausknecht, born on Feb. 22, 1968, passed away March 28, 2023. Sherri was born and raised in Florida and relocated to Moses Lake with her children Amanda, Christopher and Matthew. Sherri was an exceptional woman, daughter, sister, mother, niece, grandmother and friend. She worked hard, building her own private legal business, and made a reputation for herself that she was proud of. In remembrance of Sherri Lynn Jennings- Hausknecht‘s life there will be a celebration at Rick’s Lounge, 819 W. Third Ave., Moses Lake, Washington on Saturday April 29, from 1 to 5 p.m. Children are welcome. Please join us if you can!

STUDIO BASIN: Quincy Police Chief Ryan Green

MOSES LAKE — On this episode of the Studio Basin podcast, Senior Reporter Cheryl Schweizer sits down with Quincy Chief of Police Ryan Green, where the two discuss Green's career in law enforcement, his goals for the position and challenges facing Quincy. Next, Sports Reporter Ian Bivona goes over renovation projects at Central Washington University and Lions Park in Othello, the 14U Columbia Basin River Dogs finding success at regionals and athletic camps at Moses Lake and Warden high schools. The Studio Basin podcast can be found on your favorite podcast apps, or downloaded directly at https://bit.ly/3Q2bMdX.

Legals for March, 21 2024

Ancient Lakes Elementary gymnasium's roof blown off by windstorm

Metal roofing was blown clear from the top of the gymnasium of Ancient Lakes Elementary Tuesday afternoon in the midst of a windstorm sweeping across Central and Eastern Washington, according to local fire officials.

Joyce E. Rector

Joyce E. Rector, 91, a longtime resident of Moses Lake, Washington, passed away peacefully on Nov. 27, 2020.