In Other News
JAIL INMATE CAUSE OF DEATH
MOSES LAKE – An inmate who was found unresponsive in the Grant County Jail early Tuesday morning died from peritonitis due to a perforated ulcer in his small intestine, the Grant County Coroner’s Office announced following an autopsy conducted Thursday.
The manner of death was classified as natural and no foul play was suspected, said Coroner Craig Morrison.
The deceased inmate was identified as 54-year-old Ruben James Trevino. He had been arrested on Friday, Oct. 31, by Moses Lake police and booked into the Ephrata jail on suspicion of first-degree trafficking in stolen property, third-degree theft, and three outstanding district court warrants.
In a press statement, the sheriff’s office said Trevino was not breathing and had no pulse when found by jail staff around 7 a.m. on Tuesday. Life-saving efforts by staff and emergency medical responders were not successful and he was pronounced dead around 7:30 a.m. At the time, Trevino was in a single-occupancy cell intended for “people in crisis.”
The statement did not specify why Trevino had been placed in the cell, how long he had been there, or whether he received any medical attention while in custody.
Sheriff Joe Kriete requested the Central Basin Investigative Team to conduct an independent investigation which remains ongoing by detectives from the Ellensburg and Othello police departments and Washington State Patrol. Ephrata police Capt. Troy Froewiss is the designated CBIT spokesman for the incident. The sheriff’s office and Moses Lake police are not participating in the inquiry.
COUNTDOWN TO CABARET
EPHRATA – Ephrata High School students will host their annual Cabaret performances on two successive weekends this month: Friday and Saturday, Nov. 14-15 and 21-22.
Patrons are invited to “an unforgettable night of music, fun, and talent!” say organizers.
Doors will open at 6 p.m. with shows starting at 7 p.m. in the EHS Performing Arts Center.
General admission is $15, limited reserved seats are $20. Tickets must be purchased online.
All proceeds benefit the EHS Choir program.
FALL LEAF PICK-UP
EPHRATA -- The City of Ephrata’s annual residential fall leaf pick-up is scheduled Nov. 17-20. During that week, residents may place securely bagged leaves along their curbsides for free collection on the day of their normal garbage schedule by Consolidated Disposal Services Inc.
The days and collection areas are:
— Monday, Nov. 17, northeast section of town;
— Tuesday, Nov. 18, southeast section of town;
— Wednesday, Nov. 19, Grandview Heights and northwest section of town;
— Thursday, Nov. 20, southwest section of town, Orchard View and Swanson Addition.
Also, residents may dispose of bagged leaves at the city shop, 900 A St. S.E., during regular business hours through Nov. 26. Only leaves will be accepted – no garden waste, garbage, or other solid waste.
Leaf pick-up has been provided as a community service for over 20 years. City officials say the tradition helps neighborhoods look better and keeps leaves out of city storm drains.
FREE DISPOSAL WEEKEND IN SOAP LAKE
SOAP LAKE – Soap Lake, residents can dispose of garbage and yard waste for free next weekend, Nov. 14-16, at the cardboard recycling center on Second Avenue S.W.
Dumpsters will be available from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday.
Disposal materials are limited to solid and yard wastes only. Prohibited materials include concrete, rocks, dirt, car parts, carcasses, or hazardous liquids or materials.
The disposal opportunity is for Soap Lake residents only, who should bring photo identification. If dumpsters are full, residents are asked to “be respectful” and return later with their materials after the dumpsters have been serviced.
VETERANS DAY PARADE
EPHRATA – An annual Veterans Day parade in downtown Ephrata is planned Tuesday, Nov. 11, beginning at 10:45 a.m. at the Grant County Courthouse.
The event is being organized by members of American Legion Post 28 and Auxiliary Unit 28, who encourage citizens to attend and pay tribute to current and past military men and women.
The parade will proceed along Basin and C Streets between Second Avenue S.W. and First Avenue N.W., pausing at the Ephrata Recreation Center memorial at 11 a.m. for an honor guard gun salute, followed by a second gun salute upon returning to the courthouse. Afterward, participants and veterans are invited to a soup luncheon at the American Legion Hall, 276 Eighth Ave. N.W.
For information, including those needing transportation, contact Mike Montaney (509-989-4417) or Jane Montaney (509-760-1433).
