July 2015

Moses Lake

ROUNDUP

RODEO

DANGER DAVE

Rodeo Clown brings a show

Eastern Washington ENTERTAINMENT

In memory of

Cody S. DeTrolio June 30, 1997 ~ June 13, 2015

Cody was born in Moses Lake Washington to Eric and Kris DeTrolio on June 30, 1997. The Lord called him home in the early morning hours of June 13, 2015 after a car accident.

He was a tender-hearted, beautiful soul and everyone he touched is better for knowing him. Cody was a cowboy through and through.

We wish to honor this great cowboy. ~VM

Photos by Rene’ Groom

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Photo by Robin L. Green

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Never give up. Ever.

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showcase of the farm and ranch lifestyle is celebrated in our region with county fairs; the rodeos; the auctions; the posted signs along the highway labeling the crops in the field; the farmer’s markets; and community festivals in all our region.

It goes without saying the portion of this fine earth we call home is largely agricultural and livestock based and life on the farm or ranch is shared in conversation with a large part of our population. There is a sense of pride and credibility in the conversations about growing up on a farm or ranch. And if you listen, you will find that most of these families would trade nothing for the lessons learned - lessons that produce strength of character and solid foundations for generations to come.

Being the daughter of Mel Updegrave, I have shared many a chuckle with local farmers and ranchers recalling stories about my dad and then my sharing stories with them of treasured moments as a child under his watch. My dad was a friend to the farmer/rancher spending his life energy making sure water was reaching the crop and sustaining the livestock. Nothing was taken for granted. Hard work was the way of each day. Doing whatever it took to get a job done was a way of life. Never give up. Ever.

This lifestyle rings true with the farming families in all our region, each strategically watching the progression of the crop in the field and preparing for harvest...physically, mentally and with high hopes for the reward of pure dedication. Ranching families tending to the new livestock being born and added to their herds, working round the clock keeping watch so no harm comes to them.

These hardworking people feed us. It is not easy. Farming and ranching demands a high degree of sagacious business savvy to keep up with technology, the market, the climate, government... the constant challenge of new demands and daily unknowns. It requires gumption, to say the least.

If you listen closely to their family stories, however, you will hear the appreciation of complete beauty in their surroundings and peace in the silence of a still early sunrise.

The beginning of another new day. A day to be glad they have.

- Melea Johnson

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On the cover: Danger Dave Rodeo Entertainer

Welcome!

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Demo Derby – Wednesday August 19th Rodeo Thursday, Friday, & Saturday, August 20, 21 & 22

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o the folks who’ve been “’round these parts” for decades, the Moses Lake Roundup evokes memories of actual roundups of wild horses from Vantage to the Frenchman Hills. Starting in 1943, by jeep, airplane and horseback, horses were rounded up for use as bareback and saddle broncs. The current name, Moses Lake Roundup, pays homage to these roots.

The Moses Lake Roundup is a Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association sanctioned event. It is part of the Columbia River Circuit and attracts not only circuit cowboys & cowgirls from the northwest, but also the contestants who travel the nation vying to make it to the elusive National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas.

It takes all year to plan and prepare for the Moses Lake Roundup. The Columbia Basin Rodeo Association consists of about thirty active members who share a love for rodeo and the desire to give back to their community. The CBRA donates hundreds of hours each year improving the rodeo grounds, helping with community programs, and preparing for the rodeo.

Not only does the CBRA put on a spectacular rodeo including world class bucking stock and cowboys, it also hosts Grant County’s highlight of the year-the demolition derby! Attendees of the three night PRCA rodeo are also treated to exciting entertainment such as trick riders and freestyle motocross.

The CBRA also believes in giving back to their community. They donate money to the Columbia Basin Cancer Foundation, local high school seniors going into the agricultural field, local Little League Baseball teams, and local junior and high school rodeo groups to name a few.

Of all the PRCA-sanctioned rodeos in the Columbia River Circuit, Moses Lake Roundup won Small Rodeo of the Year in 2011, and after increasing purse money, won Large Rodeo of the Year in 2013. This was a great honor, especially considering legendary rodeos like Ellensburg and the Pendleton Roundup were amongst the competition!

The Moses Lake Roundup is held in conjunction with the Grant County Fair, August 19-22. Discounted tickets can be bought online at moseslakeroundup. com, or during the month of August at the downtown office, 1036 W. Broadway. Tickets can also be purchased at the gate each night.

Ticket office location: 1036 W. Broadway, Moses Lake Monday-Friday 11am-5pm/Saturday 11am-3pm

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Rodeo Events Bareback Riding

Bareback riding pits horse against rider and is one of the most physically demanding of all the rodeo events. A cowboy attempts to ride a bucking horse by holding onto a “rigging” - a leather and rawhide strap-with no stirrups or seat, for eight seconds. The cowboy must “mark the horse out” when it exits the chute, meaning his feet have to be above the point of the horse’s shoulder throughout the whole first jump. There are 50 possible points awarded for the horse’s bucking ability, and 50 for the cowboy’s riding style.

Steer Wrestling

Steer wrestling a steer requires more than brute strength. The steer wrestler or “bulldogger,” starts behind a barrier, and begins his chase after the steer has been given a head start. The steer wrestler is assisted by a hazer, another cowboy on horseback tasked with keeping the steer running in a straight line. After the catch, the steer wrestler must either bring the steer to a stop or change the direction of the animal’s body before the throw or is disqualified. The clock stops when the steer is on his side with all four legs pointing the same direction.

Saddle Bronc

Known as rodeo’s classic event, saddle bronc riding is judged similarly to bareback riding but there are additional possibilities to being disqualified: losing a stirrup or dropping the thickly braided rein that is attached to the horse’s halter.

Tie Down Roping

Tie down roping is an authentic ranch skill that originated from working cowboys. Once the calf has been roped, the cowboy dismounts and runs down the length of the rope to the calf. Once he reaches the calf, the cowboy ties three legs together with a six-foot pigging string. The calf must remain tied for 6 seconds or the cowboy is disqualified.

Team Roping

In team roping, two ropers, a “header” and a “heeler,” work together to catch a steer in the fastest time possible. The header throws his rope first and must catch the steer with one of three legal catches - around the horns, around the neck, or around a half head. The header will then dally his rope around his saddle horn and turn the steer to the left. The heeler then ropes both hind legs for a clean run, or one leg for a 5-second penalty.

Barrel Racing

Barrel Racing is a fast paced, exciting timed event where horse and rider cross a starting line, race around a cloverleaf pattern and run back across the finish line. Times are recorded in the 100th of a second.

Bull Riding

Bull Riding is one of the most exciting events. Like the other rough stock events, the cowboy must last until the 8 second buzzer goes off. Bull riders use a “bull rope,” a braided rope approximately eight feet long, that is fitted around the bull’s mid-section to hold on to. The rider inserts his hand into the rope and the rope is then pulled tight. When the ride is completed, the contestant pulls on the free end of the rope, thus releasing his hand and he jumps away from the bull.

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“Behind The Chute Gate” Meet the people in charge of putting on the Moses Lake Roundup Rodeo…..

Left to right back row: Mike Cobb;

Buck Naff; Pat Stevens; Amanda Miller; Brett Carvo; Tim Prickett;

Chris Starzman - Not pictured.

Officers seated:

Stacey Jo Dowton – Secretary Stuart Platt – President

Stan Cafferty – Vice President Tyler Brown – Treasure

The Voice of the Rodeo Will Rasmussen Rodeo Announcer

A smooth, easy-listening voice, solid knowledge of rodeo and a style that is both entertaining and informative are the mix of elements that make Will Rasmussen one of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association’s most popular Rodeo Announcers.

His personal knowledge of the sport, sense of humor and timing blend together for a quality presentation that enhances the rodeo and satisfies the fans. “I guess it’s my sense that you need more than just rodeo,” he says, “people want to be entertained.”

All Active Military, as our way of saying thank you: We invite you to attend the Moses Lake Roundup, FREE ADMISSION! Just show your Service I.D. at the Moses Lake Rodeo – Blue Gate and your admission is free of charge. This is just one way for our Roundup organization to say Thank you for your Service to our great Nation!

For more information, contact the Rodeo office at (509) 765-8311 or (509) 765-6393

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Loadin’ Chute VIP Tent • • • • •

All Tickets include Entrance to the Demo or Rodeo Raised Viewing Platform with an Up-Close View of the Arena and all of the action Each person will receive a Catered Dinner and Two Drink Tickets. Alcoholic beverages are available for purchase, including spirits.

Live Simulcast TV Coverage to watch from your seat in the shaded tent Security and Wait Staff The price is $600 per night for a table of ten (10) and individual tickets will cost $65 For ticket purchasing please contact Sue Tebow 509-760-0503.

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Cowboy Breakfast Come take part in this delicious tradition! Pancakes, Sausage, Eggs, Juice & Coffee.

Prepared by Michael’s on the Lake Friday, August 14th – 7am to 10am Sinkiuse Square (downtown), Moses Lake Only $8.00 per person Entertainment by Dale Roth Productions PeeWee Stampede at 9am, Sponsored by Alberta Cannon Farmer’s Insurance Little Miss Moses Lake Roundup Queen contest for girls and Dummy Roping & Bronc Riding on a stick horse for boys.

Limit 10 entries per contest – Ages 9 and under (register at the event)

Tough Enough to Wear

Pink The Columbia Basin Rodeo Association is proud to partner up with the Columbia Basin Cancer Foundation.

Mike Harris from Moses Lake Roundup and Angel Kneedler from Columbia Basin Cancer Foundation

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hursday night’s rodeo is dedicated to “Tough Enough to Wear Pink”, a program about increasing awareness of breast cancer. Most PRCA rodeos including the National Finals in Las Vegas dedicate one night to this cause. We’re not Just “cowboys in pink shirts”. The Columbia Basin Rodeo Association committee is taking this program a step further to include a presentation to honor lost loved ones and celebrate those who have won their battle, and to raise money for the Columbia Basin Cancer Foundation.

The release of 200 pink balloons is a tradition and a powerful memorial that brings out emotion in even the toughest cowboys. We have chosen to support the Columbia

Basin Cancer Foundation in our community to help local cancer patients with financial burdens, counseling, support groups, medical advice and many other services. The Moses Lake Round-up rodeo will continue to support Thursday night’s “Tough Enough to were Pink”. We would like to thank the Columbia Basin community for coming to our rodeo and supporting this important cause.

Mike Harris Chairman Tough enough to wear Pink Moses Lake Roundup

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Grant county fair Aug 18—22, 2015

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Saturday, July 25 9:00-3:00 Downtown Quincy Merchant sidewalk sales!

Vendors with crafts, produce, antiques, fundraising groups and flea market items!

For a vendor application or more information, please email molly.richardson@edwardjones.com or qvprsunshine@gmail.com

August 18 – 22, 2015

The Doo Wah Riders Tuesday - 7pm & 9pm

Dime Store Profits Wednesday - 7pm & 9pm

Cover Story

Thursday - 6pm & 9pm

British Export Friday - 7pm & 9pm

Grupo Antifaz Saturday - 7pm & 9pm

Katie Duncan 2015 Miss Moses Lake Roundup

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efore Katie was even born, she already had her own pony, thanks to her grandpa. After she outgrew her pony, Katie’s grandpa bought her a new horse. Her parents thought her love for horses would just be a “phase,” but her passion, dreams, and skills with horses just kept growing and growing. Here she is, many years and horses later, with the same love and passion she has always had for horses, rodeo, and the great western heritage for as long as long as she can remember.

Katie is the 18 year old daughter of Clint and JoAnne Duncan, and a senior at Ellensburg High School, as well as a Running Start student at Central Washington University. She was born and raised on her family’s ranch in Ellensburg, Washington, where she has learned firsthand what it means to work hard and live the great western lifestyle. She has spent the last nine years being highly involved in horse 4-H where she is currently the president of her club. She and her horse have won many hi-point awards through 4-H as well as competed at the state fair in Puyallup for both judging and performance.

Katie is also a current FFA officer and a very active member. She has qualified to compete at the FFA State Convention the last two years in multiple Career Development Events. On top of being a very involved 4-H and FFA member, Katie also competes in Reined Cowhorse shows with her horse, Raisin (short for her registered name Raisin Eyebrows). They have had much success, winning multiple belt buckles, a year-end saddle, and have won top 10 in the nation the last two years.

When they aren’t spending time at rodeos or shows, they enjoy giving riding lessons to younger kids and helping them learn how to ride.

Katie is also very passionate about waterfowl and archery hunting, loves to spend time outdoors, go boating with her family, shoot trap, and ride horses in the hills with her sister. After high school, Katie plans to attend Central Washington University where she will pursue a degree in business management, and someday own her own business. Katie and Raisin are very excited for this great opportunity to represent Moses Lake and they look forward to seeing everyone down the rodeo road!

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“The value of community programs cannot be overstated”

cross the nation the purple ribbon has been adopted to remember and honor those who have lost their lives at the hands of someone they once loved. The display of purple shows support for victims and advocates and conveys a powerful message that there is no place for domestic violence in a community.

Man Up is a non-profit organization designed to raise awareness of domestic violence and generate funds in local communities for victims and families who have been affected by these issues. Domestic Violence is an epidemic in our society and is a public health and safety issue. The campaign title is the Man Up Crusade™ and is represented by the color purple and the purple ribbon.

The Moses Lake Roundup along with KDRM/KBSN Radio is sponsoring the Man Up Crusade on Saturday night of the rodeo, August 22, 2015.

The value of community programs cannot be overstated.

These programs provide a vitally important resource through hard work and dedication of all those involved.

Look forward to fund raisers and awareness programs throughout the year. For more information about the Man Up Crusade go to……http://www.manupcrusade.com/ Want to be involved in helping the cause?

Contact: KDRM/KBSM - Bill Ecret at 509-765-3441 Moses Lake Roundup – Brett Carvo 509-760-2404 New Hope Domestic Violence Service - 509-764-8402

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KWIQ Presents the Annual Moses Lake Demolition Derby August 19th. 2015

Races include UTV races, lap races, pass and out, and the infamous last car running demo derby grand finale.

The race is on RAIN or SHINE! • • •

Gates Open 3:30 PM Time Trials 6:30 PM Heat Races 7:30 PM

The Demo Derby has turned into a Moses Lake Phenomenon. The cars are sliding, spinning, rolling, and of course CRASHING. This event is guaranteed to provide hours entertainment for all ages.

All participants are required to register, sign the Demo Derby release form, and pay entrance fees prior to 5:00 PM on AUGUST 19th., 2015.

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Moses Lake C h a m b e r of Commerce

We are accepting 2015 nominees “Ag Hall of Fame” We would like to honor and recognize distinguished individuals that have made significant contributions to the agricultural industry and our community.

To nominate your farmer go to www.moseslake.com/halloffame.html, or stop by the Chamber’s office

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They Are Athletes.

The Bullfighter’s job is keeping the Cowboys Safe...

Moses Lake Roundup August 20, 21 & 22

Bullfighters: Rowdy Barry Danny Newman

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Brought to you by:

Danger Dave Rodeo Clown and Entertainer 2015

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anger is a 30-year-old Professional Barrel Man and Bullfighter from Helena, Montana. He has been entertaining crowds and fighting bulls since 2007 while he was still in school at Carroll College. He obtained two business degrees while he was in college while playing football and winning 2 National Championships. He graduated with an A.A. in Business Administration from North Dakota State College of Science, and then received his B.A. in Business Management from Carroll College. David currently spends most of his time on the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association circuit along with numerous other amateur associations around the U.S. and Canada, working as an entertainer in the rodeo business. In 2014 David did 85 performances around North America, along with the Permit Holder Finals at the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo. He plans to double his schedule in 2015; that’s over a million people he keeps on the edge of their seats night in and night out at rodeos and bull ridings throughout the year! Take a seat and grab hold of something solid because Danger brings a show that will have your rodeo rockin’!

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M B U U T S T T O i N n

Mutton Bustin’ Pre Show announced by

Dale Roth

August 20, 21 & 22 Show starts at 6:30pm, right before the Rodeo!

Trophy sponsor: “Cows R Us”

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The Wild & Wooly Event of Rodeo” ATTENTION ALL MUTTON BUSTER PARENTS: • Kids must be under 60 lbs dressed.

• Ages 4-7 • Entry fee is $10 per contestant (to help purchase more safety equipment for the children) • Child gets in to the rodeo for free.

• We will need one parent/guardian per contestant only to accompany the child into the arena for the bustin’.

• You will need to sign a release slip for each of your contestants.

• Protection equipment will be provided for each child but will need to share as we do not have enough for everyone to wear at the same time. The equipment includes a bull riding style protective vest and helmet.

• If you wish for them to wear more protective gear that is up to you.

• Please have your child at least wear long pants and a t-shirt.

• All contestants and guardians need to meet on the north end of the rodeo bucking chutes at or before 6:30pm on the night they are riding. there will be a pre-show

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Cody Cavanaugh

Freestyle Motocross

Cody and his Team will be performing at the Moses Lake Roundup August 20, 21 & 22

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ody comes out of the Great Lakes region of Neenah, WI. He has been wowing crowds in the FMX around the globe for 10 years on both 2 and 4 wheel motorcycles. With his vast bag of tricks, he is one of only a few athletes to pull off a one handed back flip on a quad.

You can find Cody performing on the Monster Jam, Gravity Slashers, and WI-FMX.com tours year round. When he isn’t in training or inventing new tricks, he can be found in his family fabricating business creating horse carriages and FMX ramps.

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Dry Falls On Hwy 17, near Coulee City

In the heart of the Grand Coulee lies one of the natural wonders of North America—the Dry Falls cataract.

This 3.5-mile-wide chasm of basalt, with a drop of 400 feet, was left high and dry thousands of years ago as the last of several Ice Age floods swept through the Grand Coulee. This is one of the most extraordinary landscapes to be found along the Ice Age Floods National Geologic Trail.

The Visitor Center

Next door you will find the Dry Falls Visitor Center, which features indoor exhibits highlighting the Ice Age and early human history of the region. The center also features a comprehensive bookstore—a must stop for those looking to learn more about the Ice Age floods story.

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Photography by Jerry Kayser

Concessions – Drinks – Ice Cream For information please contact Dry Falls Visitor Center at 509-632-5214 www.parks.wa.gov

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Veteran Director Randy Brooks will be directing Masquers’ Fall Musical AUDITIONS:

Sunday & Monday 7PM July 27-28 Auditions are open to everyone, and will include reading from the script as well as singing some of the musical numbers.

This will be a large cast, so the chances of getting a role are good. People of all ages are needed.

Sweeney Todd will open on October 23, and run for three week ends.

This much anticipated musical comedy/ thriller will take command of Masquers stage in October.

Loosely based on a true story, Sweeney Todd tells the story of a barber who cuts way beyond just close (yes, there really was a twisted barber somewhat like this in London),

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Is my husband listening?

I depend on my elephant test to find out

By Jan Thacker

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n July 2, Troy and I celebrated our 50th wedding anniversary. Isn’t that crazy? We were both 18.

In Montana girls could marry freely at that age but guys couldn’t. Troy had to get a written note from his mother.

We were so young we raised each other. I love this man of mine and I am so thankful for all of our years together.

Besides three wonderful children, he has given me a life of adventure. In 1975 we declared Whitefish, Montana was “a beautiful place to starve to death” and loaded up the kids and drove the Alcan to start a new life in Alaska. We were there nearly 40 years until moving to Moses Lake. We spent eight years in the bush above the Arctic Circle, and tromped over much of the Brooks Range.

So, what’s our secret? Truthfully, we are both very easygoing and probably even boring. We have never fought. And that comes from a profound respect for one another. He is a great encourager of my dreams and ambitions and I am equally so with his. In addition, we both have a sense of fun. I kind of thought I’d write a how-to column for staying married for 50 years with tips like, “Don’t go to bed angry.

Instead, flatten him before turning in.” Instead, let’s talk a couple of differences between men and women.

LISTENING: Men and women sometimes do not listen. They live in quiet happiness inside their own heads, just popping out long enough to hear important questions and give thoughtful answers like, “No fries, just the Big Mac and a vanilla shake.”

You think they’re listening. They nod at the appropriate times, and smile when they should. But somehow you just know they aren’t really there. My friend Alma is like this.

You can say to her, “I just don’t know what to do. My whole life is coming apart. My hair has all fallen out from being over-processed, two days ago two men from the IRS with A-14’s raided the house looking for receipts and accidentally shot the cat, our son wants to change his name to Cindy and yesterday Ralph ran off with his bookie. I have nothing to live for.”

Alma, with great concern, will say something like, “Did I tell you our dog has worms?”

On rare occasions my husband doesn’t listen. For years I’ve depended on my Elephant Test to find out.

I’ll say something like: “Anyway, Troy, while I was in the store looking at the bananas I thought it was crazy to think you could just walk up to a tree and pick off a banana.

Isn’t that amazing? Troy? Hello? Hmm. Then I found a bin with elephants on sale, big fat gray ones with little hats and patent leather shoes, so I bought two. I figured we could eat one now and put one in the freezer. How does elephant stew sound? Troy? TROY, HOW DO YOU WANT YOUR ELEPHANT COOKED?” If he says, “Oh, that’s fine, honey,” I know he isn’t listening.

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ROMANCE: Men and women have different ideas of what constitutes a perfect evening. To a lot of the men I know the perfect evening means Moose Camp and sitting around a fire in grungy long johns and passing gas after a bellyful of Hamburger Helper. Perfection is going six days without a shower or shave. It’s rolling deer poop in your fingers to test the age, then digging in your pocket for another hunk of jerky To women, romance is dressing up, going to the best restaurant in town and spending long hours talking and looking deep into each others eyes. It’s him pulling out your chair and kissing you on the neck before he goes to his. It’s finding a single perfect rose floating in a crystal bowl with a pair of gorgeous diamond earrings piercing a velvet petal like two shimmering drops of dew.

SHARING: Due to two common misfortunes of upbringing, namely parents, most of us don’t have a proper view of sharing. When we’re toddlers, ripping a toy out of the hand of another toddler, our parents correct us by snatching it back, handing it to the screaming victim and thereby teaching us to share. “Share, sweetheart, you have to learn to share.”

Around the time the kid starts school things change.

“What do you mean you let that Snipple kid have your new jacket? You’d better get it back, Buster. Do you hear me?”

“Buster, let little Ralphie play with your microscope. I don’t know why it’s so hard for you to share.”

“Your teacher says you’re not getting enough to eat because you’re giving your lunch away. We can’t afford to feed the world, Buster.”

Sharing is a wonderful little marriage perk. She can wear his shirts, belts, coats, sweaters, socks, T-shirts and nearly everything else he has. Due to societal rules, this sometimes does not work both ways. Her yellow sundress makes him look washed-out and pale and he just has too much chest hair to do justice to the red bikini.

“Men and women sometimes do not listen. They live in quiet happiness inside their own heads...”

QUIRKS: If you talk to a person every day for 20 years you know them well, right? Wrong. Say “I do” and you’ll soon find out you married a stranger. Every person comes equipped with his, or her, own set of quirks. Some quirks are adopted. Most fall off our parents and cling to us like Florida leeches.

She leaves on all the lights. He’s been taught to live with one 40-watter in the whole house. She saves for the future.

He’s spent the future up through the year 2025. She adores cats. He hates cats, but he loves his dog. She hates his dog.

She keeps the house temperature around 80. He likes a cool 62. she likes romance, he likes blood and guts. She likes Coke, he likes Pepsi. She craves Little Caesar’s. He says, that’s not pizza and orders from Pizza Hut. He’s a Ford man.

Her family hasn’t owned a Ford since Henry died. She folds towels into tidy thirds, he’s into big manly-looking halves.

Overcoming quirks takes patience and practical thinking. She likes Burger King but he likes McDonalds?

Easy. Go to Porterhouse. The old squeeze from the top/ squeeze from the bottom toothpaste problem? Just say no.

Don’t brush.

Some problems are seemingly insurmountable. She adores theater and ballet and thinks only baboons show up for a wrestling match. He wouldn’t dream of missing a hockey game and would prefer an enema over a game of bridge with the neighbors.

The answer is simple: get pregnant. Have children.

Preferably twins. Then you’ll be so busy teaching valuable lessons in sharing and passing on your family quirks you won’t have time to think about wrestling or ballet.

BRIDGING THE GAP: On the surface, this might seem impossible. Men and women have a hard time understanding why their partner can’t see life the way they see it. She wonders why he detests romance movies and sneers at women’s magazines. He wonders why she doesn’t understand the colossal impact steel shot is having on the hunting world. The key is to think like your mate. Men, put yourself in her shoes. If they’re too big, stuff newspapers in the toe.

OK guys, pretend it’s a Saturday and you have all day to make a romantic evening. Think of things she likes. She likes to eat. She likes romantic movies. She likes long baths in scented waters. She likes little wrapped gifts. Here’s the solution: Put the idea of Spam out of your head. SHE DOES NOT LIKE SPAM. Barbecue steaks. And buy her a little something.

Women, the tent in the living room always makes for good romance. Don’t forget to dab a little Hoppes Gun Oil behind your ears and crush a few pine needles for extra ambiance.

BONUS TIP: Dieting? Instead of a plate, reach for your mate.

Grant County CattleWomen Sawhorse Cow Contest

Prize Money in each age group: First place $50 Second Place $35 Third place $25 Honorable Mention $10 Age groups: 10 & under 11-14 15-18 Adult

We are now located by the 4-H building at the Grant County Fairgrounds!

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Sporty’s We are a proud to support the Moses Lake Roundup 1177 Stratford Road, Moses Lake

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The Columbia Basin Cancer Foundation proudly presents the:

3rd Annual

Savor the Basin Friday, September 25th, 2015

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ome of the Basin’s most talented wineries, breweries and distillers, as well as foodies will come together for an evening of fun for a great cause. All proceeds will go to benefit local cancer patients.

This year’s event will be held at the Jamison Event Center in Moses Lake form 5pm to 10pm. There will be live entertainment by TIME FLYER and delicious food and drink. Our goal is to combine the love of all things local with a compassion for people...together at this event. It is important to support our local business people as they in turn support us and thus allows us to extend a helping hand to our neighbors with cancer.

The Columbia Basin Cancer Foundation is a 501(c) 3 organization. We are committed to serving cancer patients by providing support, services, encouragement, and information to patients and their families. We focus on helping these patients from diagnosis through treatment and beyond.

We feel blessed to be able to provide this service in our community. Currently, we give over $4000 per month in gas vouchers, lodging, meals, massages, and gift cards to help through the journey.

I hope you will choose to be a part of our fund-raising event. ~Angel Kneedler, CBCF Director

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Red Door Cafe Soups, salads, sandwiches, baked goods, Craven’s coffee, Winegar’s ice cream Our retail space next door features Furniture, Art, Home Decor Jewelry and Antiques!

Hours: Monday - Saturday, 7:30am to 5pm, Closed Sunday 202 and 206 West 3rd Ave, Moses Lake, WA, 98837

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Fresh Seafood Daily

Central Washington’s Dining Destination Steaks, Seafood, Salads

910 W. Broadway Ave, Moses Lake - 509.765.1611

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Review by Joe LaRosee Certified Executive Chef / Culinary Arts Instructor

t is not often that my wife and I will drive out of town just for lunch. We absolutely will plan where we are going to eat if we are traveling to shop or do something else, but driving somewhere outside of Moses Lake just to eat lunch has only happened a few times, and they were to the same place (Idle Hour in Quincy).

But I kept hearing about this new place in Othello that was unique, tasty and relevant.

“Ironworks Cafe is my new favorite” is what they were saying.

“The food is fantastic” is what they were saying.

“You walk in and instantly feel like you are not in the Basin” is what they were saying.

Well, two out of three isn’t bad.

Let’s start with the food. Getting the food right is the hardest part of opening a new restaurant. That first impression may be your last if you muck it up! To often, new restaurants try to please everyone by having a little bit of everything on their menu causing them to be truly great at nothing and average at everything.

Choosing one, focused style and striving to be the very best at that, is where truly great eateries are born.

Ironworks Cafe got this right.

Their easy to read chalk board menu consisted of 11 salads, 9 hot and cold sandwiches, a few quick breakfast items and the best espresso I have tasted in years.

We ordered a basic Green Garden salad with balsamic vinaigrette to start. Our thought was, this is the salad that should have the cleanest, most pure flavors and If you can get this right, the other salads on the menu are sure to be spot on. The lettuce and vegetables tasted as if they were fresh from the farmers market and the dressing was house-made by someone with very good taste buds. Tart, slightly sweet and peppery, clean and delicious. Not the store bought Balsamic that 90% of restaurants use to save time.

Next we ordered the Beef Bacon Panini. Thinly sliced roast beef, blue cheese crumbles, sliced apple and caramelized onion on grilled Ciabatta. Again, we ordered this sandwich for a very specific reason.

It’s bold flavors are very easy to get wrong. Slightly too much tart blue cheese and the sandwich is

overpowered and bitter. Slightly too much apple or onion and the sandwich is too sweet. Once again, Ironworks Cafe nailed it.

The sandwich was bright, balanced, and delicious.

The grilled Ciabatta was done in a panini press without butter or olive oil which was nice as it tasted like true Ciabatta, not the grill it was cooked on. Crunchy on the outside and chewy on the inside.

On the side, there was the most amazing potato salad. Now I love a good potato salad as long as it is not drowning in mayo. It isn’t a mayo salad after all. The flavors were that of perfectly cooked russet potatoes, chives, pickle, vinegar, mayo and mustard, salt and a touch of paprika. Simple comfort food done right.

The interior of Ironworks Cafe is in a word, charming.

You can really tell that they really want each customer to feel very comfortable as if they were at home away from home. Housed in a former ironworks, this reconfigured space has been transformed into a cozy and most unexpected dining environment in a small eastern Washington town. Using some of the old ironworks equipment as tables and decor really tie the past to the future. It is like going to your eccentric Aunt’s farm house and being served a great lunch. It just feels like you have fond memories of being there before and are happy to be back.

At the beginning of this review I told you that people were telling me that Ironworks made you instantly feel like you are no longer in the Basin. Over the years I have heard that said about a few places as if it is a complement. I do not agree with this at all. Places like Ironworks Cafe in Othello, Simmer in Moses Lake, Michaels Market and Bistro in Moses Lake, The Garden Grill in Royal City, and Idle Hour in Quincy are the culinary future of the Basin. And why not? We have the freshest ingredients. We have the culinary talent.

And we have a community of people who want more than fast food and average “please everyone” style restaurants. We want the best ingredients prepared with heart, passion and creativity. We want to taste what our region has to offer and not have to break the bank to do it. But we have to prove it by choosing local restaurants over national chains more often. By making the 25 min. drive from Moses Lake to Othello just for lunch.

Trust me, It is very much worth your time.

Ironworks Cafe and Market, 335 S. Broadway, Othello WA

Monday – Saturday 7am-9pm • Sunday 8am-8pm 221 W. Broadway • Moses Lake • 509.765.4177 • www.michaelsmarketandbistro.com

Thank You For Supporting the Market!

Bob’s Cafe

Proudly Sponsors

Danger Dave Rodeo Clown

1807 E. Kittleson Rd. Moses Lake / 509-765-3211

We specialize in soups, salads, paninis, sandwiches, espresso, beer and wine.

We also offer produce grown in

the columbia basin.

Dinner available on Friday and Saturday nights.

335 S Broadway Othello, WA 99344 / 509-592-9710

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Last Chute Gate (Beer Garden)

Open from 5pm to 2am every night Bleacher seating to watch the demo derby and rodeo performances *Must be 21 or Older to Attend*

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Man Of The Year

Jeff Sparr, Store Manager of North 40 Outfitters in Moses Lake, WA

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eff was the first born of 6 children to Lynne and Max Sparr in Red Oak, Iowa. His grand parents farmed 160 acres near Henderson, Iowa. He enjoyed helping his grandparents on the farm…. and helping his father at the farm store in Red Oak. Fencing, harvesting, weeding fields, delivering newspapers for the Omaha World Herald, Cub and Boy Scouts, baseball, trapping, selling night crawlers, mowing yards and scooping snow were some of numerous activities growing up!

The Sparr family moved to Moses Lake in the summer of 1973. Max began managing Dress Ranch and Home. Jeff started as an employee as well….

Jeff has managed the store at its current location since 1980. He has been a rodeo fan and supporter of the Moses Lake Roundup for numerous years.

North 40 Outfitters is proud to be a sponsor for the Moses Lake Roundup….and to assist with their recent rodeo equipment project.

If you get a chance, stop by North 40 Outfitters and ask how he is doing today. He’ll most likely say …“I’m not doing too bad for an old guy like me this time of day.”

Miss Rodeo Washington - Katherine Merck

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orn and raised in Spokane, Washington, Katherine’s activities center around her three passions: horses, the great outdoors and her hometown community.

She’s competed in National Reining Horse Association and AQHA shows for over ten years and particularly enjoys freestyle reining, combining her dance background with horseback riding. Katherine takes advantage of the Washington outdoors by traveling the Northwest for rodeos, fly-fishing, skiing and snowboarding. Since graduating from the University of Notre Dame, she is studying at Gonzaga University School of Law in hopes of helping farmers and ranchers preserve and pass their land on to the next generation.

Top row left to right: Will Rasmussen (announcer) Heather Fleming (2014 Roundup Queen) Jeff Sparr (man of the year)

Audrey Ramsden

(Miss Rodeo Washington 2014) Rowdy Barry (bullfighter) Danny Newman (bullfighter)

bottom row left to right: Jessica Blair (2014 trick rider) Madison McDonald (2014 trick rider)

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Correll’s Scale Service Service Repair Installation Testing Sales Rental Leases

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Silence can be deadly.

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A Message From New Hope Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services

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ilence can be deadly. This statement holds true in many cases of domestic violence. It is a subject many people just do not want to talk about. People need to speak up and take a stand against domestic violence and sexual assault and promote healthy and safe relationships.

Communication is the key. The victims of these crimes are your family members and friends, neighbors and coworkers, or even yourself.

This year, New Hope is proud to announce that KDRM/ KBSN and the Moses Lake Roundup, in partnership with the MAN UP CRUSADE™, are spending the year hosting events to raise funds for New Hope, and help promote awareness about the prevention of domestic violence and getting the conversation started. New Hope will utilize the funds to maintain their shelter, provide transitional housing for survivors, and any other resources necessary to help survivors on their way to a successful and stable life for themselves and their families.

New Hope Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services provides services to all of Grant and Adams Counties. It is the only Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault services agency in the two county region, provided services in both English and Spanish. New Hope has a 24-hour crisis line for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. The trained advocates also provide medical, legal and community advocacy. New Hope services range from assisting with the preparation of protection orders, providing temporary shelter, accompanying victims to legal and medical appointments, to providing peer support groups and community referrals to other agencies. The no-cost, confidential services are provided to men, women and children, as these crimes affect everyone.

From January 1, 2012, through December 31, 2014, New Hope provided over 25,000 hours of direct service to over 1,300 victims of domestic violence alone. That is an average of 650 clients per year, or 12 clients per week. During that same period there were 112 deaths resulting from domestic

violence throughout Washington State, and three of those were in Grant County.

Domestic violence does not only occur during normal business hours. It could be 12:00 noon, or 12:00 midnight, so oftentimes people are leaving their homes with not much more than the clothes on their backs (and those of their children in many instances). In addition to the limited and restricted State funding, New Hope depends on community donations to provide their clients with the services and resources necessary to get them into a safer situation.

Since guidelines on state issued funds are restricted, the donations of cash, gift cards, clothing, diapers (and other baby needs), hygiene products and diapers, help fill in the gaps of the services provided to the clients. While donations are generous they are often not enough and New Hope staff continually seeks additional grants, donations and other ways to generate funds. Funding from the MAN UP CRUSADE™ will help provide the necessary resources.

A soft blanket to snuggle with, a warm meal or a shoulder to lean are often the first of many services and resources provided in helping clients feel safe. ******If you, or someone you know, is a victim of domestic violence or sexual assault, please contact New Hope at 509-764-8402, or call the 24 hour hotline at 1-888-5606027.

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Thank you to our generous community for making the 2nd Annual Soroptimist Dinner Party a great success!

Event Donors

DR. STEPHANIE HESSE PAT & HEIDI MEIER • TONY & JENNIFER WEBB

Dinner Party Donors

MOSES LAKE SCHOOL DISTRICT ADMINISTRATORS MOSES LAKE FIRE DEPARTMENT RENEE BALLINGER & SONYA VALDEZ AND MEL & VERONICA BRADLEY BOB & DONNA SPORLEDER AND JIM & MARGARET WALZ JENNIFER WEBB & RHONDA CACCHIOTTI DEBBIE DORAN-MARTINEZ & EILEEN MARTINEZ BRIAN & KELLIE HESSE AND ROCKY & JANET TERRY ANDY & LINDA MCKAY AND SCOTT & TRINA ENT

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2D, 3D or 4D Pictures

Worth A Million Words

By Judy Baker

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e feel little pushes and nudges of a life in our tummies when pregnant. Even though we don’t see visually what is happening inside, we can feel the changes as our child grows. Our partner or family can see outward movement, but they don’t get to experience the excitement of growth prior to birth the way a mother does. Until now.

What if you could see a 3d/4d ultrasound of your unborn child, in a warm comfortable location at any time of the pregnancy you wanted, rather than when doctors say it is medically required? A place where your child’s photos could be seen on a wall sized screen by the entire family?

Oh, yes! That would be awesome!

Punkin Patch 4D of Moses Lake offers exactly that. The finest 3D/4D prenatal ultrasound experience available.

Combining cutting-edge technology with a spa & theater environment, you have the amazing opportunity to see your baby up close and personal.

Located in Moses Lake, Punkin Patch 4D, is a self-pay, elective ultrasound studio, owned and operated by Marci Knowles. She has been doing ultrasound for almost twenty years and is a Registered Sonographer in OB/Gyn, as well as holds three other credentials through ARDMS (governing body of ultrasound). She uses the state of the art GE Voluson 730 PRO to produce the best 3D/4D images and wants to exceed your expectations to do everything she can to ensure your visit is exceptional.

Through her talent and business creation, Marci offers you many wonderful opportunities starting from the 8-14 week stage.

According to Marci, the 8-14 weeks ultrasound provides early views where you can see the baby as a whole person and listen to the heartbeat. At 15-18 weeks you are able to obtain full body pictures and determine gender, which is

a great time to see your little one kick and turn. At 26-30 weeks is when you can see a well-defined face, and at 31-36 weeks the ultrasound can show the baby with a full face and chubby cheeks!

Marci’s goal is to provide a memorable bonding experience for you and your family and friends. She states, “I want to build a relationship with you and your families that will make you want to come back with your future children. At Punkin Patch 4D, unlike a medical office, you will feel relaxed and comfortable in the beautiful and spacious theater style studio.” She wants and believes your pregnancy should be one of the most exciting times in your life. “Being able to see and bond with your baby before birth is an unforgettable experience, a memory to last a lifetime.”

I personally was blessed to see my little grandson, Tytian Braack ,on screen when he was 34 weeks. I never dreamed I would have the opportunity to get acquainted with my grandson in such a wonderful way. It was awesome.

Punkin Patch 4D, 321 Beech St Suite D, Moses Lake, WA 98837 (509) 989-9075

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Listen for your chance to call 765-5376 that’s 765-KDRM and WIN! Watch for us live on location this summer.

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Small Town Charm ...at its best

Visit us online at www.VisitRitzville.com for a complete list of our festivals and events!

Ritzville Area Chamber of Commerce (509) 659-1936 • chamber@ritzville.com

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