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Volume 108 :: Issue 16 :: September 1, 2010
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YARD SALE
MOBILE/MANUFACTURED HOMES
FOR RENT
WANTED TO RENT
EMPLOYMENT
WORK WANTED
SERVICES
MISCELLANEOUS
PERSONALS
FOR SALE
CARS & TRUCKS
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES
HORSES
LOST & FOUND
FREE - TO GIVE AWAY
COMMUNITY EVENTS
WANTED
CARD OF THANKS
AUCTIONS
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PETS
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REAL ESTATE (WITH PHOTO)
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YARD SALE

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MOVING SALE. Sat., Sep. 4, 8-3. Mazama, 116 Lost River Rd. Housewares, tools, furniture, games. 16
 
HUGE MULTI-FAMILY. Labor Day weekend., Sep. 3, 4,& 5, 9am-5pm. 9.6 miles up Twisp River Rd., turn right on dirt road, watch for signs. Please, no early arrivals. Good clean, usable household and craft items plus much more - quality horse tack, 14" saddle, new items each day. 16
 
SAT., SEP. 4, 8-2PM Yard Sale. No early birds. 1030 Burton St., Twisp. Patio furniture, womens clothes, misc. items. 16
 
3, 4 & 5 SEP., 9-3. 2004 F150 Triton Eng p/u geared for pulling; 2001 25’ Prowler Trailer, good cond.; tools, table saw, 21” console TV, swivel rocker, Holmes air purifier/ionizer. Germ-free humidifier, Christmas bargains, much more. 37 Old Orchard Ln., 1+ mi. N. of Carlton. No earlies. 509.997.7017, lv. msg. 16
 
MOVING SALE. Sat. Sep. 4, 9-1, 415 Kennison Ave., Winthrop, by cemetery. Furniture, kitchen items, tack, outdoor gear. Everything goes. 16
 
SAT. 9-NOON. Sidewalk Sale in front of Merc Playhouse, Twisp. 16
 
THE! YARD SALE. Lots o’ household items, furniture, couch, mirrored dresser, wood computer hutch, deluxe Singer sewing machine w/table. Come on down valley! 1860 Hwy 153, just below Gold Cr., Sat. & Sun, 9-5. 509.923.2734. 16
 
SAT., SEP. 4, 8-4. 7 mi. up Twisp River Rd., Newby Cr. 12 ft. Starcraft aluminum boat, sofa, canopy for pickup, camping gear, burl lamps, pole bench, western mirrors, Stihl chain saws, SkiDoo snowmobile, clothes, antique chair, sewing supplies, lots of misc. Great Sale! 16
 
ESTATE SALE. Tools: mech., air, carpentry, plumbing, electrical. Household, hiking, fishing, hunting bows and guns. New Plainsman stove, motorcycles. Lost River Airport – follow signs. Sat. & Sun., 9-5. 16
 


MOBILE/MANUFACTURED HOMES

      


FOR RENT

     

2BR 1BA, QUIET park setting, small private yard - $580/mo., 1st/last/dep. 509.997.3500, or stop by Riverbend RV park to see. 16
 
LAKEFRONT ROOMS available for month to month rental at retired Arrowhead Lodge B&B. Private entrance, private bath - $375-$575/month. Includes utilities and DSL. email: chaundy17@netzero.com . 16
 
EDELWEISS CHALET, 3 bedroom, W/D, Wood and Elect. Heat, Storage, $ 750 no dogs/smoking, 360.779.8008. 19
 
OFFICE SPACE available in Winthrop commercial area. 300 sq ft. w/ ½ bath -$250/mo., utilities included. 1st month rent free. Call 360.378.4802. 18
 
SMALL 2BR 1BA house for rent Sept. 1, 1 mile north of Twisp on 10 acres, $600/mo., 1st, last and damage. No smoking. 509.997.0199. 16
 
WINTHROP 3BR 2BA. D/W, W/D, electric & propane heat, pets negotiable - $750/mo., avail. Sep. 1. 509.341.4018. 18
 
WINTHROP HOUSE, 237 Corral St., 2+BR, 2BA, full basement, 2-car garage with small shop, 1/2 acre in town, available Sept. 1. NSNP, $750.00 mo, $500 deposit 206.940.0401. 17
 
2BR 2BA WITH LOFT in Edelweiss. All appliances, community pool, close to bike/ski trails, pristine condition - $800/mo. 509.996.9897, cvrv@centurytel.net . 18
 
PRIME LOCATION, TWISP! Cascade Center next to NCNB, office space for rent. Two units left - from $200/mo.Call Andy at 509.997.3262. 7tf
 
EXQUISITE NEW HOME for rent, Winthrop - includes furniture, no pets, no smoking. $1,800/month. 360.774.6268. 16
 
BEAUTIFUL VIEW! Brand new! On the river in Winthrop. 2 office spaces now available withhigh-speed internet, fiber optics, plus common kitchenette and conference room.Chewuch Professional Bldg.,509.996.2820. 3tf
 


WANTED TO RENT

  

 
 
   


EMPLOYMENT

     

METHOW VALLEY SCHOOL District is accepting applications for a diesel mechanic. To apply, please send a letter of interest, district application form, and resume of relevant experience to Dr. Mark Wenzel at Methow Valley School District, 18 Twin Lakes Rd. Winthrop WA 98862, or check to see that your application materials are on file. Position open until filled. 509.996.9205. EOE. http://www.methow.org/district/employment . 16
 
TOWN OF TWISP Clerk/Treasurer. Pay Range: $16.56-$24.84/hr. We are seeking qualified candidates for the position of Clerk/Treasurer. Ideal candidate will have a 2-yr accounting or business degree with a minimum of five years experience in local government or closely related highly regulatory field; municipal clerk’s certification or additional equivalent experience satisfactory to the town may be substituted for college. Other preferences: supervisory experience, proficiency in Word, Excel and computerized accounting software, excellent verbal and written skills, and ability to work with diverse groups sometimes under stressful situations. Must demonstrate good judgment and be able to read and interpret complex state regulations. Contact Town for application or see www.townoftwisp.com , email: deputyclerk@townoftwisp.com; Ph 509.997.4081. 17
 
METHOW VALLEY SCHOOL District is accepting applications for a Chinese language tutor for 2010-2011 school year. To apply, please contact Dr. Mark Wenzel at Methow Valley School District, 18 Twin Lakes Rd. Winthrop WA 98862. 509.996.9205. EOE. 16  
 
TOWN OF TWISP Part-time Accountant/Grant Administrator. Pay Range: $16.56-$24.84/hr. We are seeking qualified applicants for a position up to 20 hrs/month. Ideal candidate will have a 2-yr accounting degree with a minimum of three years experience in government or non-profit accounting and federal and state grant reporting. Additional closely related experience may be approved as substitute for college. Must be proficient in Word, Excel and computerized accounting software, excellent verbal and written skills, and ability to work with multiple deadlines and under sometimes stressful situations. Must be able to read and interpret complex regulations. Contact Town for application or see www.townoftwisp.com , email: deputyclerk@townoftwisp.com; Ph 509.997.4081. 17
 
NANNY WANTED. Childcare experience (toddler) preferred. CPR trained (or willing to obtain), professional references, non-smoker. 20 hrs/wk, pay DOQ. 509.996.3339. 19
 
OLD SCHOOLHOUSE Brewery now hiring servers 18 & older. Pick up application at 155 Riverside, Winthrop. 509.996.3183. 16
 
WANTED: BARISTA. Willing to train, must be available to work weekdays and some weekends. Apply at the Pony Expresso in Winthrop. 16
 
RIVER'S EDGE RESORT in Winthrop is now hiring for an office position, year round, 30-36 hours a week. Pay DOE. Call us or stop by for details.115 Riverside Ave., Winthrop. 509.996.8000. 16
 
SCHOOL BUS SUBSTITUTE drivers needed. Training provided. For more information contact Transportation Supervisor Ryan Hahn at the bus garage 509.997.2113. 12olo13tf
 


WORK WANTED

  

 
 
 


SERVICES

      

CALL ME! Tree service, rigging, falling, topping, on-site chipping, 60' bucket truck available. Dennis Jones, 509.997.2007, 449.1022 cell. 32
 
LIZ’S GREEN CLEANING. Available for all your cleaning needs! Licensed & bonded. 509.996.9936. 17


MISCELLANEOUS

     

 
 
 
 
 


PERSONALS

   

PREGNANT? Feeling trapped? Thinking you have no option but abortion? We are here to support you and discuss your options in this confusing and frightening time. Please give us a call. Confidentiality assured. CARE NET - 1.800.395.HELP, 509.422.5506. Sponsored by St. Genevieve Catholic Church.
     


FOR SALE

 

BRASS HEADBOARD/footboard, king, mattress/box springs, mattress cover,  excellent condition, $500, 509.679.8873 Twisp.16tf
 
KENMORE WASHING machine. Heavy duty, works great - $50. 509.449.2351. 16tf
 
TWISP RIVER ALFALFA hay - $140/ton. 509.997.4841. 16
 
SERTA PERFECT Sleeper, Dover, king mattress & box springs. Excellent condition. $150.00. 509.679.8873, Twisp. 16tf.
 
CLASSIC STEP-THRU 1968 Honda Trail 90, 100% original, excellent condition, new motor, paperwork available. Licensed and ready for on-/off-road - $1,500. OBO. 509.996.3512. 16
 
TOP QUALITY grass/alfalfa hay for sale. 509.997.4950. 16
 
FABRIC SALE. New fabric has arrived at The Quilting Hive, 309 Hwy 20, Twisp. 509.997.7020. 16
 
LUNDGREN RANCH raised beef steroid and hormone free. Half or whole, also individual cuts will be available at the ranch in June. All USDA inspected. 5-lb boxes of hamburger patties ready now. Our family has been ranching in the Methow Valley since 1956 raising quality beef. Call 509.341.4178 or 509.996.3494. 20
 
BLUEBERRIES JOHNSON RIVER Farms, Rockport, milepost 98.3. Blueberries are ready, $2.00/pound. 360.770.2989.13olo16
 
LASER PRINTER, Lexmark E-322 monochrome (for PC), cable, manual. $50.00, 509.997.7011, ask for Marilyn. 5tf
 
MRR BUILDING MATERIALS (new and used). Open May 1 through Oct. 31, 10am to 4pm, Thurs. and Sat. 104 Wagner St. (first street to the west, south end of bridge, Hwy 20, Twisp. Donate, Buy, Become Inspired. It’s all here. For more info, call 509.997.5643 or go to www.methowresourcerecovery.org. 18
 
ATTENTION GARDENERS/Landscapers: Topsoil, manure, 50/50 “mixed”, sand, gravel, road material and excavating services. Eagle Excavating, licensed and bonded/Hank Rogers 509.997.6302. 20
 


CARS & TRUCKS

   

1994 FORD EXPLORER Sport-2 door, 4x4, 5 speed, 6 cyl., P/W, P/L, plus 4 snow tires - $2000 OBO. 509.449.2351. 15tf
    


RECREATIONAL VEHICLES

 

NEW! CROSSROADS 2008 5th Wheel. 27 ft., living room/dinette slide, 1-pc rubber roof, smooth Fiberglas exterior, below invoice. 2-yr manufacturer's warranty - $19,699, plus tax, 509.422.4142.14olo17
       
 


HORSES

     


LOST & FOUND

   


FREE - TO GIVE AWAY


COMMUNITY EVENTS

     


WANTED

 

 


CARD OF THANKS

 

I WISH TO THANK all the people that rallied around me after the death of my wife Carol. The cards, phone calls, and prayers and hugs carried me through. Especially, I want to thank Billie Somerville and the people that responded to her phone calls, making a gathering at the Senior Center after the graveside service possible, complete with a great array of food and drink. Dick Webb. 16


AUCTIONS

 

 
2002 CHEV MAL4D, License: 386ANQ, VIN: 1G1ND52J52M679507. Sep. 7, 10am., 11 Twisp Airport Rd. 16
 
 
 


BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

  

FOR SALE. THE Outdoorsman in Winthrop. Hunting, fishing, camping and gift supply store. Great location and great lease. All reasonable offers considered. 509.996.2649. 19
 
DAILY BUSINESS in Twisp. Office products, art supplies and copy services for the Methow Valley. $170k + inventory. As part of the business purchase the Twisp building is available by lease or sale. Call 509.996.3493 to speak with Jerome or Kim. 33
 
NEWSPAPER MOTOR Route available in Brewster/Pateros area. Mon-Sat delivery pays approx. $1200.00 per month. Must have reliable vehicle. Call Rick 509.429.4302. 16
 
N. CASCADES GEARHEADS is for sale. $8,500.00 includes all inventory. 134A Riverside Ave. Winthrop, 509.996.5003. 17
 


PETS

 

COCKER SPANIEL puppies for sale. Call 509.429.1230. 17


LIVESTOCK

     


MOTORCYCLES

   


REAL ESTATE (WITH PHOTO)

 

 
 
BY OWNER APPROX. 4.8 wooded acres, large upper building site developed with power, well, septic system, with phone service available.  Full hook-up RV site.  Backs to USFS land,  road maintained by county. $97,750.  More photos and info. available. Cell (509) 679-8873. 13TF  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
PUBLISHER'S NOTICE:
All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise "any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination." Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18.
This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination, call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275.
 
 
   
 
         


REAL ESTATE

 

PUBLISHER'S NOTICE:
All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise "any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination." Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18.
This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination, call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275.
  
EDELWEISS VIEW HOME 2,850 sq.ft. 3BR 3BA w/attached 2 car garage & attached carport, electric forced air heat pump & wood stove. Many custom features in this 1994 Good Sense home. Large log beams, wood ceilings & floors, open living space, irrigation system. Conveniently located across the street from community volleyball, horseshoes, swimming pool and a great sledding hill. $369,000.00.509.322.3879. 16
 
11,000 SQUARE FT. double lot in Twisp on Twisp Avenue. $52,500. Water and sewer on site. 509.997.2424. 19
 
W. CHEWUCH RIVERFRONT. Beautiful riverfront lot w/750 sq.ft. yurt and bathhouse. All utilities are in, and wireless - $289,000. Call 509.996.4400 or www.kristindevin.com/yurt.html . 19
 
EXECUTIVE RETREAT/Family Compound/Non-Profit Camp? First time offered in over 25 years. Pristine 55+ acres bordering USFS and state land. Overlooks the Methow River Valley and surrounding peaks all the way to Canada. Birder's paradise plus all kinds of wildlife. Blissfully quiet but close to town. Choice building sites have privacy and fabulous views! Sensible CC&Rs for the conservation minded. Small primitive cabin with solar power/land line to stay in while you build. Call for showing details, including potential for additional acreage - $649,000, qualified buyers only. 505.503.1339. 16
 
BY OWNER APPROX. 4.8 wooded acres, large upper building site developed with power, well, septic system, with phone service available. Full hook-up RV site. Backs to USFS land, road maintained by county. $97,750. More photos and info. available. Cell 509.679.8873. 13tf  
 
HISTORIC WATERFRONT Ranch. 64 acres near Twisp. 1,500 feet of creek front. Restored farmhouse, large barn and outbuildings. Excellent water rights and soils, year-round pond. Peaceful. Sustainable. Irreplaceable.  Please see website: www.oldschoolhouseranch.com  for more information. 509.997.0819. 10tf
 
 



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