April 24, 2026
April 24, 2026
Here are the lowest regular gasoline prices per gallon reported in the region by GasBuddy.com as of 1 p.m. Monday, April 20: Airway Heights $4.62 at Chevron Cheney $4.97 at Maverik. Colfax $4.99 at Cenex and 76. Connell $4.99 at Circle K. Lewiston, Idaho $3.98 at Neighbor’s A1 Market and Maverik Moses Lake $4.79 at Power Pump Othello $4.69 at Hawk Fuel. Pasco $4.79 at Sunrise Super Gas Post Falls, Idaho $3.89 at Local Market Post Falls Chevron. Pullman $4.89 at Safeway and Mobil. Ritzville $5.09 at Circle K. Spokane $4.63...
DAVENPORT — Lincoln County’s multi-phase broadband project is encountering fresh setbacks as contractor availability and a tightening national supply of fiber-optic materials push back timelines for bringing high-speed internet to more rural residents. Broadband Office Director Margie Hall provided commissioners with a detailed update Monday morning, April 20. “The biggest hurdle we face right now is getting materials,” Hall said. “We just saw our MST and fiber delivery dates get pushed out. MSTs are now due to...
INCIDENT LOG Editor’s note: Most items in this section reflect the starting point for response by local police and emergency agencies. The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) does not release names of individuals who report possible criminal or suspicious activities to dispatchers or alleged victims for this column. DISPATCH LOG April 13 Traffic stops: 7 9:24 a.m. — Abandoned vehicle reported. A property owner in Wilbur reported a non-running vehicle left on his property by others who had not returned; the vehicle...
DAVENPORT — Lincoln County District Court is asking commissioners for permission to hire an additional clerk. The request comes as the court is in the process of transitioning to a new statewide court management system next year. District Court Administrator April Bassen and Judge Dan B. Johnson presented the “State of the Court” update and formal hiring request during the commissioners’ regular meeting Monday, April 20. Bassen said the office, with two employees, handled 3,465 misdemeanors, gross misdemeanors,...
DAVENPORT — The Lincoln County Public Health Department is preparing for multiple retirements and a potential loss of $500,000 in state funding next year. Public Health Director Ed Dzedzy outlined the challenges and proposed solutions to county commissioners Monday, April 18. Dzedzy first received approval for the promotion of environmental health specialist Mike Troutney to the registered sanitarian level after he passed the state exam, a step that recognizes advanced certification and adds roughly $380 to the annual...
DAVENPORT — Lincoln County road crews are stretching limited budgets by spot-blading gravel roads, salvaging old culverts and delaying major equipment repairs. Public Works Director David Orvis and County Engineer James Wege gave commissioners an update Monday on day-to-day operations and the financial pressures facing the department. Orvis said maintenance crews are limited to spot blading only when moisture allows and are using pipes already in stock rather than buying new ones at inflated prices. The department is also...
WILBUR —Some Wilbur High school students were hospitalized and others disciplined after attempting a social media challenge involving large doses of Benadryl on April 15. According to Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, school Superintendent Teresa Marie Chrisman reported the incident. Participants were suspended, their parents notified and affected students taken to a hospital by their families, the report said. Chrisman said the students were disciplined internally and that the school did not need a law enforcement...
CRESTON — A woman was arrested for allegedly pushing her roommate down porch stairs during a domestic dispute at about 7 p.m. April 17. Brandy G. Behr, 49, of Eagle River, Alaska, was taken into custody on Southwest South First Street, Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office records show. Earl David Hertlein told Deputy Nicholas Pecheos he was walking down the steps when Behr pushed him, records show. Hertlein said he stumbled but declined medical attention. Officers noted Behr showed signs of intoxication, including slurred...
HARRINGTON — An attempted residential burglary left a screen door damaged at an apartment building, according to Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office records. Carol L. Giles of Harrington told deputies she discovered the damage April 15 while preparing the unit at 211 Willis St. for prospective renters. The bottom portion of the back door frame was broken and the screen was displaced and torn, the report sthows. Giles believed the incident occurred sometime between April 10 and April 15. The damaged Anderson screen door was...
DAVENPORT — A good Samaritan turned in a soaking wet wallet containing cash and credit cards after spotting it run over by multiple vehicles, according to Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office records. Samuel Jesus Macias of Harrington found the wallet near the intersection of Sixth and Morgan streets shortly after 11 a.m. April 15. It belonged to truck driver James L. La Point of Elk, who had stopped for a sandwich, the report states. Dispatch contacted La Point, who returned later that afternoon to retrieve his...
DAVENPORT — A two-vehicle crash April 12 led to a citation and a flurry of follow-up calls from the at-fault driver’s husband. Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office records showDestinee Lee Hoeye of Davenport was eastbound on 11th Street in a blue 2007 Mercury Milan when she struck a white 2017 GMC Sierra driven by Patrick John Finley of Davenport in the intersection with Merriam Street at about 8:06 p.m. Hoeye’s husband, Donovan Allen Hoeye, called dispatch repeatedly, and believed his wife had entered the intersection...
DAVENPORT — A local woman was targeted by scammers who impersonated Apple Pay, her credit union and the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office in an attempt to extort money, according to sheriff’s office records. Cheryl Diane Powers told Deputy Brandon Rose she received repeated calls in which the callers accused her of being linked to a drug lord in Mexico and opening child pornography accounts. They threatened to arrest her unless she paid them. Powers hung up without providing any information or money, the report states....
GRAND COULEE — A brown horse wearing a bridle was reported walking along State Highway 174 near Milepost 26 shortly after 2 a.m. April 14, according to Lincoln County sheriff’s office records. Deputy B. Martin responded to the animal problem call but was unable to locate the owner. The horse left the roadway and could no longer be found, the report states. Dispatch checked for local farmers with horses or cattle in the area but found no contact numbers. The incident was closed with no report needed, though deputies...
DAVENPORT — Lincoln County’s legislative lobbyist is calling for a shift from a defensive posture in Olympia to a more proactive approach. Zak Kennedy of Potts & Associates updated county commissioners Monday, April 20, on the strategy change during the board’s regular meeting. “We are basically always on our heels, always playing defense,” Kennedy said. “We have made no progress in the past 30 years. Meanwhile, the other side of the issue, in 10 years, laying groundwork through small builds and small changes...
When we talk about public safety in Washington, the conversation rightly begins with the men and women in blue. The crisis in recruitment and retention of law-enforcement officers remains a paramount concern; we cannot have safety without a proactive presence on our streets. However, a mission isn’t completed just because the first phase is successful. If an officer makes an arrest but the case languishes in a broken system, we haven’t achieved justice—we’ve only...
For many people in our state, especially in Eastern Washington, hunting is a popular and beloved activity. Every fall, we go out in search of deer, elk, bear, pheasant or other game. Some of my best memories come from hunting deer and elk with friends. If the hunt is successful, I have large amounts of meat and sausage to enjoy or share with family and friends for months to come. However, hunting season next fall might be much more difficult for many, thanks to the state. I...
Roger Lester Scott Aug. 26, 1933 - April 16, 2026 Roger Lester Scott, 92 of Harrington, Wash. passed away peacefully on April 16, 2026 in Spokane, Wash. surrounded by his loving family.....none of whom were ready to stop sharing memories with him! Born on Aug. 26, 1933, he lived a full and meaningful life rooted in faith and family. Roger was the beloved husband of Janet (Beieler) Scott with whom he shared 70 years of love and devotion. They were married Sept. 7, 1954 and...
DAVENPORT - A new roadside farm stand 10 minutes outside town is giving residents an easy source of fresh eggs, bread and handmade soap. Daniel Zickler, 41, of Davenport, opened Happy Life Farm Stand about a month ago at the corner of Olsen Hills and Level Road - in his own driveway. The name reflects the farm's guiding philosophy. "We came up with the name because we wanted animals that are living a happier life than they live in a confined animal operation," Zickler said....
100 years ago Floyd Milner was dragged several feet by a team of runaway horses while working at a railroad crossing in Govan. The team became spooked and dashed from the elevator where grain was being unloaded and ran across the tracks. Milner saw the horses and sprang for the bridles but missed. More than 100 people joined in a general cleanup of Mountain View Cemetery. Every business in Davenport closed during cleanup hours, and every firm in town was represented in the workforce. The Odessa Hardware Co. offered a set of...
ODESSA — The Odessa PTO will host its 3rd Annual Car & Bike Show on Saturday, April 25, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Odessa. The free public event will feature live music, food vendors, an FFA plant sale, quilt show, local yard sales and swag bags. Trophies will be awarded and vendors are still wanted. Vehicle or vendor entry is subject to a fee. Organizers are encouraging the community to attend and show off cars, trucks and bikes. For more information, check the Odessa PTO Facebook event...
REARDAN — The community will host its 13th annual Walk for Water on Sunday, April 26, from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Reardan City Park. Participants are invited to walk approximately 4 miles while carrying a bucket to raise awareness of the global water crisis and support Water Mission International’s efforts to provide clean water worldwide. The free event includes a picnic lunch afterward. Donations are encouraged, with every $50 providing safe water for one person for life. Registration is available online or at the...
Davenport birthdays April 23: Ken Jacobsen, Arliene Jungblom, Mary Sorensen, Melissa Perry April 24: Leslie Schweiger, Jeff Lust, Kinsley Kragt, Robert Bilodeaux April 25: Steve Plasencia April 26: Ken Deal, George Arland, Maci Holderby April 27: Libby Mattox, Brian Morcom April 28: Sami Guhlke, Jubilee Ann Mielke April 29: Brian Madison, Josh Smith, Yara Hein Davenport anniversaries April 23: Scott and Denise Liebing April 24: Gene and Manuela Hinkey April 25: Patrick and Wendy Bodeau, Brad and Jamie Chappell Reardan...
Fresh asparagus and rhubarb are in season. Steamed or grilled asparagus and rhubarb pie on the menu are signs of spring and approaching summer. Lemon Roast Asparagus is easy to prepare, either on a barbeque grill or in oven, and the foil pouch method makes cleanup quick. Lemon and pepper enhance the asparagus flavor. Lemon Roast Asparagus Heavy duty foil 6-8 asparagus spears per person (a bundle usually makes 4 servings) Lemon juice Olive or canola oil Ground black pepper Sea...
ODESSA - The Odessa High School Tigers baseball coach and his assistant have stepped down. Head Coach Joe Schlomer and Assistant Coach Travis Powers made the announcement earlier this week, citing a desire to spend more time with family. Cam Smith is expected to serve as interim head baseball coach for the remainder of the season. Athletic Director Larry Moffet was unavailable for comment before deadline. Schlomer, who also coached football three seasons with a 21-11 record...
DAVENPORT - The Gorilla girls made their final home track appearance one to remember. Seniors Josie Wynecoop and Glenna Soliday, sophomore Charlotte Soliday, and eighth-grader Addy O'Connell teamed up to shatter a 25-year-old school record while winning the 4x400 relay at Tuesday's six-team league meet. The quartet raced to victory in 4:18.50 seconds. The Gorillas capped the race in dominant fashion, finishing 26 seconds ahead of runner-up Northwest Christian (Colbert). Their...
REARDAN - In a doubleheader shortened by darkness, the Screaming Eagles' softball team ignited for a 15-8 win and a 17-17 tie against Jenkins (Chewelah) on Friday, April 17. Chewelah wasted no time in the opener, jumping out to an early lead that put Reardan on its heels. The Screaming Eagles refused to fold. Led by freshman Kayden Felix, Reardan's offense found its rhythm just when it mattered most. Felix was a force at the plate, going 2-for-2 with a walk and racking up...
REARDAN - Despite gritty stretches of play, the Screaming Eagles baseball team fell victim to defensive miscues and timely hitting by Jenkins (Chewelah) in 17-2 and 9-0 doubleheader losses on Friday, April 17. In the opener, Jacob Bodeau took on a heavy workload as Reardan's starting pitcher. Bodeau struck out two batters and battled through seven walks, but eight Reardan errors that extended innings and allowed 12 runs-only six of which were earned - complicated his outing....
CHENEY - Reardan and Odessa track teams competed Saturday, April 18, at the Van Kuren Invitational at Cheney High School. Reardan's Gavin Wynecoop ran 11.79 seconds in the boys 100 meters. Elijah Bentley posted a personal best of 53.32 seconds in the 400 meters. Kacen Landreth recorded a PR of 2:20.12 in the 800 meters. The boys 4x100 and 4x200 relay teams placed 14th and 13th, respectively. For Odessa, Landon McMillan ran 11.81 seconds in the 100 meters and 17.41 seconds in...
COLFAX — Davenport girls posted several strong results at the MacDougall Invite track and field meet Saturday, April 18. Charlotte Soliday swept the hurdles, winning the 100-meter in a school-record 17.38 seconds and the 300-meter in 50.13 seconds. She also took first in the pole vault with a personal-record height. Addy O’Connell won the 400 meters in a PR of 1:05.6. Emmalee Rasmussen placed second in the 800 meters with a PR of 2:41.48. Paige VanBuren took third in the 200 meters (PR 28.06) and second in long jump....
COLVILLE — Davenport's Mac Larmer capped his high school golf career by tying for first place with an 80 Tuesday, April 21, at Dominion Meadows Golf Course. According to Gorillas coach Trenton Briney, Larmer’s performance highlighted a strong day for the team in its final varsity league match of the season. Daxton Swell shot 95, Jack Stewart 111 and Jacob James 115 for the boys. Kamryn Mann carded 122 and Brooke Ball 129 for the girls. Reardan’s Karsten Flaa shot 91 and Bret Wilson 98. Davenport qualified six boys for...
ODESSA — The Odessa Tigers baseball team canceled its home game against Waterville-Mainsfield on Tuesday, April 21, due to a shortage of players. The Tigers’ next game is scheduled for Saturday at Wi...
DAVENPORT — Reardan’s tennis match against Newport scheduled for Wednesday, April 22 in Davenport was canceled because of rain. The team’s next match is Monday, April 27, at 3 p.m. in...
DAVENPORT – The Davenport girls made the most of their home-field advantage Tuesday, April 21, racking up 132 points to claim the team win at the NE2B League track meet. While the Gorillas celebrated the girls' win, the boys' side featured a battle that saw Northwest Christian out-duel Colfax 146-126 to win the boys' competition. Davenport scored 80 points for third and Reardan scored 76 for fourth place. Asotin scored 60 points for fifth and Lind-Ritzville-Sprague placed...
RENTON - The Washington Interscholastic Activities Association will abandon its socioeconomic criteria allowing schools to move down to small-school athletic leagues. The change is among 22 approved by the WIAA Representative Assembly last week for middle and high school activities and athletics, effective Aug. 1. The assembly comprises of 53 school administrators-35 from high schools and 18 from middle schools-representing each of the six WIAA districts. To pass, changes...
SPRAGUE — Ahead of this weekend’s lowland lakes fishing season opener, Fishtrap Lake has received thousands of stocked rainbow trout. Fishing season opens Saturday, April 25. But the state Department of Fish and Wildlife has already planted Fishtrap Lake On March 6, the state put 500, one-third-pound rainbow trout in the lake. On March 11, it added 8,015 fish, averaging 2.5 pound. Nearby, the agency also planted 500 rainbow in West Medical Lake on March 4 and an additional 6,171 on March 12. The fish were raised by the...
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PUBLIC NOTICE Notice of Abandoned Vehicle Auction First Price Open Bid. April 28, 2026 at Johnson Family Towing, 33435 SR 28 E, Harrington, WA. Viewing 9am, Bidding 10am, Results 10:30am, Vehicles must be removed by 4pm. Available vehicles subject to change. Visit www.johnsonfamilytowing.com for additional details. Puiblished Apr 23,...
AMENDED PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR CHELAN COUNTY No. 25-4-00317-04 In the Matter of the Estate of JERRY D. SCHAFER, Deceased. The personal representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the personal...
PUBLIC NOTICE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) Lincoln County Fairgrounds Electrical Project Lincoln County is requesting proposals from qualified and licensed electrical contractors for the Fairgrounds Electrical Project at the Lincoln County Fair & Event Center, located at 1601 Morgan Street, Davenport, Washington. The project consists of comprehensive electrical upgrades and infrastructure improvements to enhance safety, reliability, and capacity of the fairgrounds electrical systems. A detailed scope of work is included in...
PUBLIC NOTICE T-Mobile is planning to collocate antennas and associated equipment on an existing approximately 302-foot tall (overall height) guyed tower telecommunications facility at 34595 Egypt Loop Road, Davenport, Lincoln County, WA 99122 (47° 54’ 30.74” N, 118° 14’ 06.88” W). Eocene is publishing this notice in accordance with Federal Communications Commission regulations (47 CFR § 1.1307) for Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) and for the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)....
PUBLIC NOTICE TAKING APPLICATIONS FOR LIFEGUARDS! We’re looking for service-minded individuals with a cheerful positive attitude to staff our pool for the summer of 2026. The City of Davenport is now accepting applications for the following seasonal positions: swim lesson instructors, lifeguards, and assistant pool manager. Minimum Requirements: Current certification in lifeguard training, and CPR for the Professional Rescuer’s is required at the time of hire. Swim lesson instructors must be WSI certified or obtain...
PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Superior court, spokane County, washington Case No.: 26-4-00565-32 In the Matter of the Estate of: LARRY R. SCOLES Deceased. The personal representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the personal representative or the...
PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) SUPERIOR COURT, STATE OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF SPOKANE No. 26-4-00673-32 In the Matter of the Estate of: JOYCE A. TELECKY, Deceased. The Co-Personal Representatives named below have been appointed as Co-Personal Representatives of this estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the...
SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION In the superior court of the state of washington in and for the county of LINCOLN Case No.: 16-2-00065-8 ALAN L. SCHORZMAN and MARY I. SCHORZMAN, husband and wife, Plaintiffs, vs. M IKSIC, L.L.C., a Washington limited liability company; TIM L. IKSIC and TERESA M. IKSIC, husband and wife; TIM L. IKSIC, a married person dealing in his sole and separate property; RICHARD B. OTT, as Trustee of the Testamentary Trust established under the Last Will and Testament of Jacob Ott; RICHARD B. OTT, as his...
