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April 7, 2017 4 a.m.

Soap Lake to get surveillance cameras, plate readers

SOAP LAKE — Soap Lake residents will soon be seeing surveillance cameras and license plate readers strategically placed around the city, as the city council approved a motion to enter into an agreement with a company to bring 10 cameras and four license plate readers to Soap Lake.

Quincy swears in new interim police chief
April 6, 2017 4 a.m.

Quincy swears in new interim police chief

QUINCY — Quincy’s new interim police chief was sworn in Tuesday evening, and his first official act was to swear in a new a police officer.

BBCC trustee receives national award
April 5, 2017 3 a.m.

BBCC trustee receives national award

MOSES LAKE — Big Bend Community College trustee Jon Lane will be one of six people honored with a national award for community college alumni. The Outstanding Alumni Award will be presented by the American Association of Community Colleges April 24 in New Orleans.

April 5, 2017 1:30 a.m.

Legals April 5, 2017

SUMMARY PUBLICATION AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OTHELLO, WASHINGTON, PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF LIMITED TAX GENERAL OBLIGATION REFUNDING BONDS IN THE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF NOT TO EXCEED $2,700,000 TO PROVIDE FUNDS TO REFUND CERTAIN OUTSTANDING LIMITED TAX GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS OF THE CITY; DELEGATING CERTAIN AUTHORITY TO APPROVE THE FINAL TERMS OF THE BONDS THE CITY REPRESENTATIVE IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE; AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 1470 In accordance with RCW 35A.12.160, the following is a summary of Othello Ordinance No. 1490, passed by the Othello City Council and approved by Mayor Shawn R. Logan on the 27th day of March, 2017. The full text may be mailed, free of charge, to any person requesting a copy. Rebecca Perez-Ozuna Deputy City Clerk #04007/62178 Pub: April 5, 2017

Commissioners asked to consider WATVs in county
April 4, 2017 3 a.m.

Commissioners asked to consider WATVs in county

EPHRATA — A group of Moses Lake business owners is asking Grant County to follow the lead of many the county’s cities and allow licensed, wheeled all-terrain vehicles (WATVs) on some county roads.

April 4, 2017 1:30 a.m.

Legals April 4, 2017

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING City of Warden Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Warden will hold a public hearing to consider a petition for annexation submitted by the Port of Warden. The applicant has requested annexation of certain property located near the Warden Municipal Airport, in Township 17, Range 30 Section 16. A public hearing will be held on April 25, 2017 beginning at 7:00 pm or as soon as possible, thereafter. The hearing will be held in Council Chambers located at 201 South Ash Avenue, Warden, Washington. For additional information please contact Kristine Shuler, City of Warden, 509.349.2326. #04014/63465 Pub: April 4, 2017

April 4, 2017 1 a.m.

Kwei Osei-Bonsu: Ghanaian no stranger to visiting Othello

OTHELLO — When Kwei Osei-Bonsu makes the arduous, day-long trip from Ghana to Othello, he doesn’t really feel like he’s leaving home.

It's all geek at Wenatchee pop culture convention
April 3, 2017 3 a.m.

It's all geek at Wenatchee pop culture convention

WENATCHEE — Costumes. Gaming tournaments. Time machines. It’s all coming to the Wenatchee next Saturday at the first annual WEN-CON, held at the Town Toyota Center.

April 3, 2017 3 a.m.

New gizmo to help MLPD reduce pursuits

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Police Department will soon be getting a new technology that will aid officers in reducing high-speed chases and help in better locating and apprehending suspects.

April 3, 2017 1:30 a.m.

Legals April 3, 2017

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS SEAL COAT PROJECT - 2017 Moses Lake, Washington Sealed bids will be received at Civic Center Annex, 321 South Balsam, (P.O. Box 1579), Moses Lake, Washington 98837 until APRIL 18, 2017; 2:00 PM, 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 SEAL COAT PROJECT - 2017 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 shall be obtained at the Civic Center Annex at the above address for a non-refundable fee of $35.00. Only bids from bidders who have purchased plans and specifications at the Civic Center Annex will be accepted. Copies of plans and specifications are on file for review at various construction councils. Contact person: Randy Graffe; (509)764-3778 PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Schedule A includes completing approximately 156,800 square yards with a 3/8" - No. 10 seal coat, and fog sealing approximately 156,800 square yards on streets within the City of Moses Lake. Other work includes applying temporary raised pavement markings, sweeping, utility adjustments, flushing streets, brooming, and traffic control. The emulsified asphalt to be used is CRS-2P. Estimated Project Cost: $650,000 base bid The City Council reserves the right to reject any or all bids if such action is in the best interest of the City. #04008/62095 Pub: March 31, 2017 & April 3, 2017

April 2, 2017 1 a.m.

City of Othello website now available on mobile phones

OTHELLO — City Clerk Debbie Kudrna has announced that the City of Othello’s new website is available on mobile phones and devices at www.othellowa.gov.

March 31, 2017 3 a.m.

Quincy police chief: 'resignation not voluntary'

QUINCY — Former Quincy Police Chief Bob Heimbach wants to set the record straight.

Braves and Braves notch wins
March 31, 2017 3 a.m.

Braves and Braves notch wins

Dennis note: The second paragraph begins, “The Frontier Brave…,” but aren’t the Frontier teams known as the Warriors? Read on.

March 31, 2017 1:30 a.m.

Legals March 31, 2017

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS SEAL COAT PROJECT - 2017 Moses Lake, Washington Sealed bids will be received at Civic Center Annex, 321 South Balsam, (P.O. Box 1579), Moses Lake, Washington 98837 until APRIL 18, 2017; 2:00 PM, 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 SEAL COAT PROJECT - 2017 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 shall be obtained at the Civic Center Annex at the above address for a non-refundable fee of $35.00. Only bids from bidders who have purchased plans and specifications at the Civic Center Annex will be accepted. Copies of plans and specifications are on file for review at various construction councils. Contact person: Randy Graffe; (509)764-3778 PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Schedule A includes completing approximately 156,800 square yards with a 3/8" - No. 10 seal coat, and fog sealing approximately 156,800 square yards on streets within the City of Moses Lake. Other work includes applying temporary raised pavement markings, sweeping, utility adjustments, flushing streets, brooming, and traffic control. The emulsified asphalt to be used is CRS-2P. Estimated Project Cost: $650,000 base bid The City Council reserves the right to reject any or all bids if such action is in the best interest of the City. #04008/62095 Pub: March 31, 2017 & April 3, 2017

March 30, 2017 3 a.m.

DOC early release bill voted out of committee

A bill to reform the Department of Corrections, drafted in response to the early release of around 3,000 prisoners over the last 13 years due to computer miscalculations, was voted unanimously out of the Public Safety committee on Wednesday.

March 30, 2017 3 a.m.

Happy birthday, Cesar Chavez

Cesar Chavez’ birthday is on March 31 and is celebrated in California, Arizona, and Texas. Those are just a few states that honor Cesar Chavez. I would love for Moses Lake to have a Cesar Chavez Day.

March 30, 2017 1 a.m.

Council member choice postponed

MATTAWA — The Mattawa City Council seat vacated recently by a resignation is still open. The Council decided at its March 16 meeting to interview the candidates.

March 29, 2017 7:04 p.m.

Quincy police chief stuns town with resignation

QUINCY — Quincy Police Chief Bob Heimbach suddenly and unexpectedly resigned on Wednesday.

Ghanaian no stranger to Othello
March 29, 2017 4 a.m.

Ghanaian no stranger to Othello

OTHELLO — When Kwesi Osei-Bonsu makes the arduous, day-long trip from Ghana to Othello, he doesn’t really feel like he’s leaving home.

Quincy rejects payment to contractor for extra work
March 24, 2017 3 a.m.

Quincy rejects payment to contractor for extra work

QUINCY — The Quincy City Council voted unanimously Tuesday evening to reject paying an additional $23,000 to the firm that built its police station for work the company did that the city never authorized.