December 6, 2024
December 6, 2024
WASHINGTON, D.C. – In her final days in Congress, Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers, R-Spokane, has introduced the ABLE Tomorrow Act to expand and strengthen 529A savings accounts for people with disabilities. These accounts help individuals save for disability-related expenses without losing access to important public benefits like Medicaid and SSI, which the groundbreaking ABLE Act of 2014 ensured, Washington’s 5th Congressional District Republican said. “This is personal for me,” said Rodgers, whose son has a...
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 does not release names of individuals who report possible criminal or suspicious activities to dispatchers or alleged victims for this column. Dispatch Log DAVENPORT — The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office reported the following calls for service from Nov. 21-24: *If the location was not given on this media log, it was not given in report. Nov. 21...
FISHTRAP — The Bureau of Land Management reviewed reports of someone shooting at a camper near Lake Valley Loop Road north of Sprague. According to a Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office report, the camper called dispatch Nov. 29 to report “people are shooting at him and his camper.” Records show he reported that a bullet had pierced his camper. “Reporting person did state that he is camping right by the train tracks,” a report said, noting there is a shooting range “right down the road.” The camper spoke with a...
KELLER — The Colville Tribe will receive $3.476 million to help restore redband trout habitat in the Lake Roosevelt and Sanpoil River areas. The Funds are included in an $18.5 million federal grant earmarked for conservation projects in the state. The funding comes from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation America the Beautiful Challenge. The local project will help the tribe restore redband trout and other native fish habitat using large woody debris, engineered log jams, livestock fencing and riparian restoration...
TYLER — Icy conditions are being blamed for a fiery crash that blocked Interstate 90 early Thursday morning, Dec. 5. The crash occurred at about 8:36 a.m. According to the state Department of Transportation, a fuel tanker truck overturned and burst into flames. The crash and fire prompted the closure of the interstate in both directions. The Washington State Patrol closed the interstate between Mileposts 264-276. Detours around the crash area were in place at press time. The crash came as freezing rain was blanketing the...
This Saturday, I will walk across the stage and receive my bachelor’s degree from University of Idaho. It’s a moment I’ve anticipated for years, culminating in countless hours of hard work, late-night study sessions, and an endless cycle of deadlines. I should feel nothing but excitement for this chapter of my life to close, but instead, a strange cocktail of emotions has taken over. Relief is there, yes. But it’s tangled up with an odd sense of apprehension. What’s...
A state audit published Nov. 14 found that more than 2,000 people who tapped a fund that benefits only some workers with up to 18 weeks off work with pay — while harming the paychecks of most other workers, including those with low incomes — violated state law by taking money from the state’s unemployment insurance program at the same time. They had their Paid Family Medical Leave and ate up UI benefits, too. The Employment Security Department, which administers both...
At the beginning of this year, most small businesses, including single ownership LLCs, became subject to corporate transparency filing requirements under the Corporate Transparency Act. Under the CTA, businesses subject to the law have until Jan. 1, 2025, to file all the beneficial ownership information for each person who has part ownership of their respective enterprise. This law applies to farms and ranches, too. The law is not new, but the reporting requirement is. The...
Peggy Annette McCartney Aug. 9, 1954 – Nov. 18, 2024 It is with heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life well-lived that we announce the passing of Peggy Annette McCartney. Peggy (70) passed away on Nov. 18, 2024, at the age of 70. Peggy was born on Aug. 9, 1954, in Odessa, Wash., to Harry and Evelyn McCartney. Peggy was a Remarkable woman whose love and determination left a lasting impact on everyone she met. After earning a degree in Communication from Whitworth...
Harlow Ingram, 6, plays a rubber duck matching game Sunday, Dec. 1, during the Ho-Ho-Hometown Christmas celebration at the Lincoln County Fairgrounds in Davenport. For more on the event, see Page...
HARRINGTON — Families may celebrate the Christmas season with a touch of nostalgia as the Harrington Public Library launches its Holiday Classic movie nights this month. The weekly event, designed to unite the community, kicked off Tuesday, Dec. 3, with a screening of the beloved holiday favorite “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.” Screenings will continue each Tuesday at 4 p.m., offering a cozy way to enjoy cherished holiday films. On Tuesday, Dec. 10, the library will feature “A Charlie Brown Christmas,” followed...
100 years ago Four cases of scarlet fever are reported in the Harrington schools. All are in the first grade, which has been dismissed until after Christmas. The school board expects to have a nurse checking every child, every day until the epidemic ends. Farmer’s Union Warehouse company manger reports that although wheat has reached the highest price it has been in years, the eight warehouses had bought practically no wheat since last month. Area farmers still have wheat in storage but are waiting for a better price....
Cookie exchange and gift giving season is here. The day before Thanksgiving I enjoyed helping a group of students make and deliver cookie plates. One recipe we used, Grandma’s Drop Sugar Cookies is a bit unusual. The dough is very, very soft, almost runny, like thick glaze. This is a great recipe to make when kids want to make sugar cookies but you don’t have time to deal with the cookie cutters and rolling pin mess. Grandma’s Drop Sugar Cookies 2 cups all-purpose...
Davenport birthdays Dec. 5: Clif Warwick, Shannon Sewall Dec. 6: Winston Telford, Todd Hargrave Dec. 7: Traci Linstrum, Addie Schneider Dec. 8: Makaylah Katz, Ryleigh Ruiz, Ally Slahtasky, Amillia Harvey, Amber Anderson Dec. 9: Bob Morrison, Elesha Johnston, Elias Wilkie, Nathan Cursi, Denny Jorden Dec. 10: Mihoko Peterson, Denise Sharer Dec. 11: Maeby Peone Davenport anniversaries Dec. 5: David and Karla Green Dec. 6: Don and Arlene Strate Dec. 7: Pat and Kristi Abbott Reardan birthdays Dec. 5: Brandon Michels Dec. 8:...
DAVENPORT - The Lincoln County Fairgrounds came alive with holiday cheer as the Cottonwood Redhatters hosted their Hometown Christmas at the venue on Sunday, Dec. 1. The annual event, a beloved tradition in the community for over 30 years, marked the start of the Christmas season with festive activities and a strong turnout. "I love the community spirit," said Tamera Gunning, a member of the Cottonwood Redhatters. "The way we all come together and have a wonderful evening...
REARDAN – Six players scored in double figures as the Screaming Eagles overwhelmed Lind-Ritzville/Sprague 93-20 in their 2BNE season opener Tuesday, Dec. 3. The Screaming Eagles dug their talons into the Broncos from the very start and never let go. Senior Rysen Soliday started Reardan's scoring spree with a rare four point play in the opening minutes. The team's hustle and smothering defense kept LRS on its heels as they outscored the Broncos 26-2 in the first quarter. By...
OAKESDALE - The Oakesdale Nighthawks girls basketball team came away with a big win against the Odessa Tigers at home on Tuesday, Dec. 3. The Nighthawks instigated the mercy rule and defeated the Tigers, 62-19. The Nighthawks flew to an 11-1 lead to start the game. By the end of the first quarter, Oakesdale gained a 24-7 advantage. Oakesdale added two steals resulting in breakaway layups in the second quarter, the first one coming from freshman guard Megan Crider and the...
REARDAN – The Screaming Eagles' girls basketball team opened their season with an impressive 48-35 win over Lind-Ritzville-Sprague on Tuesday, Dec. 3. Sophomore Tenice Waters scored 15 points to lead her team. Reardan jumped to a 9-0 lead early in the game behind Rylynn Green's 3-point shot and buckets from Tenice Waters, Olivia Wicks, Mackenzie Bjornberg and Chasyn Waters. LRS closed the gap with three straight baskets, but after one quarter, Reardan led 14-9. In the first...
OAKESDALE - After a bit of a rough start to the game, the Oakesdale Nighthawks battled back to defeat the Oakesdale Tigers, 61-47, on Tuesday, Dec. 3. Odessa jumped to a 7-0 lead before Oakesdale could sink a bucket just under halfway through the first quarter. Senior Charlie Henning got the Nighthawks on the board. Oakesdale also got into some foul trouble early on, having five fouls in the first four minutes of the opening frame. The Nighthawks were able to tie the score at...
Friday, Dec. 6 • Reardan Girls basketball at Liberty, 6:00 p.m. • Reardan Boys basketball at Liberty 7:30 p.m. • Davenport Girls basketball at Lind/Ritzville/Sprague 6:00 p.m. • Davenport Boys basketball at Lind/Ritzville/Sprague 7:30 p.m. • Reardan Wrestling at home 5:00 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 • Davenport Girls basketball at Manson 4:30 p.m. • Davenport Boys basketball at Manson 3:00 p.m. • Davenport Wrestling at Medical Lake 10:00 a.m. • Odessa Girls basketball at Selkirk 6:00 p.m. • Odessa Boys...
REARDAN - The “Golden Plunger” is up for grabs as Davenport and Reardan face off in Winterfest, the annual competition that benefits local food banks and awards bragging rights for school spirit. The week-long event culminates with the high schools’ boys and girls basketball teams playing each other in Reardan on Friday, Dec. 13. ASB officers from both schools met and organized the event to encourage fellow students to solicit donations of non-perishable food items from their communities. Points are awarded based on...
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE File No: 24-00979WA Pursuant to RCW 61.24 et seq. Grantor(s) of Deed of Trust Adam Thomas Everett and Kristin R. Everett Current Beneficiary Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC Current Trustee Affinia Default Services, LLC Current Mortgage Servicer LoanCare, LLC Deed of Trust Recording Number (Ref. #) 2021-0486880 Parcel Number(s) 0201-004-007000 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee will on December 13, 2024, at 9:00 AM sell at public auction located Front Entrance, Pioneer Title Co.,...
Notice of Public Hearing City of Sprague 2025 Final Budget The 2025 preliminary budget for the City of Sprague has been filed with the City Clerk. A public hearing on the final budget for 2025 will be held Wednesday, December 18, 2024, 6:00 p.m. at Sprague Public Library, 119 W. 2nd St., Sprague, WA. Copies of the 2025 preliminary budget may be obtained by request at Sprague City Hall, by calling 509-257-2662, or by email from cityhall@sprague-wa.us. Published December 5,...
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice of hearing of a proposed budget amendment for the Town of Odessa, WA for the year 2024. Notice is hereby given that a budget amendment for the Town of Odessa, Lincoln County, Washington has been filed with the Town Clerk-Treasurer and that on Monday, December 9th, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. the Town Council will meet in the Council Chambers, 21 E. First Ave., for the purpose of holding said hearing. This facility is handicapped accessible. Arrangements needed for the hearing impaired, wanting to...
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice of Public Hearing for Final Proposed Annual Budget for the Town of Odessa for the year 2025. Notice is hereby given that the Odessa Town Council will meet in the Council Chambers, 21 E First Ave., for the purpose of holding a public hearing on the final proposed 2025 annual budget for the Town of Odessa on December 9, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. This facility is handicapped accessible. Arrangements needed for hearing impaired, wanting to comment at the hearing, can be made by contacting the Clerk’s...
PUBLIC NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO APPROPRIATE PUBLIC WATERS TAKE NOTICE: That Thomas and Barbara Duenwald of Davenport, WA on October 30, 2024, under Water Right Application No. S3-30996, filed for a permit to appropriate public surface water, subject to existing rights, from Mule Deer Spring for year-round use in the amount of .011 cubic feet per second (cfs) for single domestic use and stockwater. The source of the proposed appropriation and proposed place of use is located within the N½N½ of Section 4, T. 26 N., R. 38...
PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF SPOKANE Case No.: 24-4-02404-32 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JAMES G. CLARK, Deceased. The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent that arose before the decedent’s death must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as...
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