March 19, 2026
March 19, 2026
SPRAGUE — Students and staff at Sprague-Lamont High School are receiving counseling support and maintaining normal learning routines as the district works to minimize disruption from a science teacher’s sudden departure. Superintendent Ray Leaver said his top priority since the position became vacant Monday after school has been caring for students and staff. Counselors from the Educational Service District in Spokane were available Tuesday for anyone who needed to talk. Leaver said the district sent another...
SPRAGUE - A Sprague-Lamont High School teacher is being held in the Lincoln County Jail accused of having an illegal sexual relationship with one of her students. Madeline Marie Gregory Scoon, 29, of Cheney, appeared before Lincoln County District Court Judge Dan B. Johnson on Tuesday, March 17, for her first appearance on charges of first-degree sexual misconduct with a minor and communicating with a minor for immoral purposes. At press time, a time and day for formal...
DAVENPORT - No members of the public showed up Monday for a hearing on selling a high-mileage sheriff's SUV, allowing Lincoln County commissioners to quickly declare the vehicle surplus. The Board of County Commissioners opened the public hearing at 8:45 a.m. Only one vehicle was on the list: a 2020 SUV from the Sheriff's Office valued at $3,500 and described as being in poor condition with 164,950 miles. Chairman Scott Hutsell commented on the empty room. "We'll see if...
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 March 9 Traffic stops: 9 2:25 p.m.- Suspicious circumstance reported at J&A cafe. 3:11 p.m. - Traffic stop nature changed to suspicious circumstance. 3:57 p.m. - Grandparent called to report...
DAVENPORT — A Cashmere man accused of driving a stolen pickup truck while under the influence of methamphetamine after swallowing a bag of the drug during the arrest failed to appear for arraignment Tuesday in Lincoln County Superior Court, according to court records. Mark Alan Reeves, 58, of Cashmere, did not appear before Judge Walser. Prosecutor Ty Albertson and public defender Dave Hearrean were assigned to the case, court records show. A bench warrant was issued with $10,000 bail set, according to the records. Reeves...
ODESSA — A woman asked a Lincoln County judge Tuesday to drop a domestic violence no-contact order against her boyfriend, but the judge declined to do so for now as the case could be sent to District Court, according to court records. Austin Douglas Barnes, 40, of Odessa, appeared in person for a readiness hearing before Judge Adam Walser, according to court records. Prosecutor Ty Albertson represented the state and public defender Dave Hearrean represented Barnes. The victim, Leslie Horak, addressed the court and...
LINCOLN — A Spokane woman pleaded not guilty Tuesday to second-degree identity theft and third-degree theft charges in a case involving a stolen check in nearby Lincoln, according to court records. Danielle Breann Corbett, 35, of Spokane, appeared before Judge Adam Walser for arraignment, according to court records. Prosecutor Ty Albertson represented the state and public defender Dave Hearrean was appointed to represent her. Corbett was ordered released pretrial. She signed an acknowledgment of rights and an omnibus...
Serving the people of the 13th Legislative District has been the greatest honor of my professional life. I grew up on a dairy farm and ran my own small business long before I ever stepped into the Capitol. When I first arrived in Olympia in 2006, I came with a simple, unwavering goal: to ensure that the hardworking families, farmers, and ranchers of Central Washington finally had a seat at the table. After nearly two decades of advocacy—first in the House and since 2015 in...
If there was one positive thing that came out of this year's legislative session in Olympia, it was the passage of House Bill 1960. As most of you are aware, several industrial wind and solar projects are currently being proposed here in Lincoln County. Regardless of where someone stands on the philosophy of "green" energy, there is one huge problem that should concern everyone. While these developments can significantly increase the tax base, under Washington's current tax...
Kings, queens, princes and princesses from the Bi-County Prom pose for a group photo Saturday at the Spokane Convention Center. The event brought together students from Davenport, Reardan, Sprague, Harrington, Odessa and other Northeast Washington small...
DAVENPORT - The small-town grocery store that stayed open through wildfires, supply shortages and a pandemic hosted its owners' retirement reception Friday. Kevin and Sherrill Hansen purchased Davenport Family Foods in 1994 when the previous owners were just one week from shutting down. They recently sold the business, though the buyer was not recorded as of presstime. Kevin Hansen said the most rewarding moments came from the community's support during tough times. "We had...
DAVENPORT - From permanent jewelry that never needs removing to fair-trade African baskets supporting Ghanaian villages, vendors offered a variety of unique handmade and specialty goods at the Lincoln County Fairgrounds this weekend. The annual Craft and Direct Sale event drew shoppers to the fair and event center Saturday and Sunday, March 14-15. Troy Hildebrand of Spokane, who sells under Galaxy Sunglasses and Hats, used the two-day event to test new products. "I basically...
Davenport birthdays March 20: Rachae Pearcy March 21: Luna Bilodeaux, Brendan Calvert March 22: Benjamin Hein, Jude Falk , Jeremy Buck March 23: Denise Arland, Owen Telford, Kathy Reinbold, Matt Littell March 24: Zach Carey-Cannon, Mahta Hein, Kylee Dennis, Alivia Tucker, Jacob Munz March 25: Casey Mason, Anna Viers, Sadie Plasencia Davenport anniversaries March 20: Todd and Lynne Guhlke March 21: Chuck and Ann Johnston March 24: James and Elsa Bowen Reardan birthdays March 19: Benjamin Hedrick, Benjamin Landt March 20:...
100 years ago A move has been started to open Snoqualmie pass. There is currently 3 to 4 feet of snow at the summit. The state highway department wants to wait until June 1 to attempt to open the pass. The state patrol is on a mission to find and fine motorists with glaring headlights. Those who are in doubt about their headlights should take care to have them adjusted properly. The Model Steam Laundry of Davenport has purchased a new Star delivery truck and will start a route visiting Harrington, Odessa, Wilson Creek,...
Davenport Lions Club President Tim Hosking (left) presents the Melvin Jones Award to Gene Johnson on Tuesday, March 17, during the club's regular meeting in Davenport. Johnson was honored for dedicated humanitarian service by the Lions Clubs International...
Hundreds of wrestlers hit the mats at Eastern Washington University on Sunday, March 15, to compete in freestyle and Greco-Roman. Above, Jack Steffler of Grand Coulee gets a "flying lesson" from Bodey Schweiger in a junior boys 120-pound Greco-Roman match. At right, Grace Woolsey of Davenport, left, takes down Ellie Terry of Tekoa in a high school girls 145-pound freestyle...
DAVENPORT - A local father and longtime youth sports coach is stepping into the Gorillas dugout this spring, taking over the Davenport baseball program while coaching his own sons and aiming for the program's first playoff berth in years. Darin Danekas, 51, of Davenport said the opportunity to lead as head coach - with senior son Cooper on the varsity roster and junior high son Travis nearby - made the move an easy one. "It's exciting," Danekas said. "I felt that I could...
RITZVILLE – In many rural areas of Eastern Washington, cellphone service is limited and even non-existent. Nonetheless, the state Department of Fish and Wildlife is planning to encourage all hunters and fishermen to have a digital license. Beginning July 8, the state said it will print hunting and fishing licenses on paper. Instead, the agency plans said it will ask sportsmen to carry a digital license on smartphones. The licenses will be available through the agency webpage or through a digital application. “Following...
SPOKANE — Eleven of 23 Davenport Gorilla Grapplers earned medals Saturday, March 7, at the Gonzaga Prep youth wrestling tournament. The event drew 616 wrestlers ages 5-14. Medalists were first-place finishers Elias Wilkie, Ridge Gunning and Kinzlee Brown; second-place finishers Heaton Hurt, Waylon Williams, Mackenzie Fisk, Noah Carrell and Penny Strite; and third-place finishers Oliver Fisk, Wolfgang Mabney Khostyk and Otto Meghan. Parents and coaches said they were proud of all the wrestlers who...
From left, Daman Gale, Samson Kjar, Malachi Hoff, Preston Mackin and Lincoln Holmberg receive...
Three does in Lincoln County weren't deer in the headlights - they struck perfect poses for the local news reporter off Hart Road last...
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AMENDED NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE OF COMMERCIAL LOAN Grantor: Todd P. Jones Current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust: RiverBank Current Trustee of the Deed of Trust: Lukins & Annis, P.S. Current Mortgage Servicer of the Deed of Trust: RiverBank Reference Number of the Deed of Trust: 2022 0490902 Parcel Number: 2833-020-900090 Abbreviated Legal Description: PTN OF W2 OF NW OF SEC 20 T28N R33EWM GRANTOR/BORROWER: OCCUPANTS/PARTIES IN POSSESSION: Todd P. Jones 4212 John Deere Lane Pasco, WA 99301 44892 State Route 21 N...
PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice for Bids Project Name: Hotel Lincoln Historic Restoration Project Project Address: 301 W Sherlock Street Harrington, WA. 99134 Electrical Upgrade in Existing Commercial Building Brief scope of work: Electrical: Main floor rooms to be drywall ready Rough-in: Install new panels on main level and conductors for second level panels • Run power to commercial kitchen - rough-in outlets and lighting per specifications on plan • Run power to 3 bathrooms (2) public restrooms and ADA suite, rough- in...
PUBLIC NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE NEGOTIATION OF STATE LEASES WITH EXISTING LESSEES BETWEEN MAY AND JUNE 2026 EXPIRES: SEPTEMBER 2026 10-101411 GRAZING-W1/2SW1/4, W1/2E1/2SW1/4, LESS CROPLAND PORTIONS SEC 25; SE1/4, LESS CROPLAND PORTIONS SEC 26; NE1/4 SEC 35; ALL IN TWP 27N, RGE 34E, W.M. 12-D59656 DRYLAND CASH-ALL SEC 36, TWP 27N, RGE 34E, W.M. 12-E56914 DRYLAND CROP SHARE-W1/2 SEC 36, TWP 26N, RGE 37E, W.M. Written request to lease must be received by April 20, 2026, at Department of Natural Resources, 225 S Silke Rd, Colville,...
SUMMONS BY PUBLICTION 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 separate...
PUPLIC NOTICE Request for Qualifications/Proposals (RFQ/RFP) City of Harrington Request for Qualification Data to Furnish Engineering Services The City of Harrington is requesting qualified engineers to submit statements of qualification to perform a scope of work that includes providing engineering services for wastewater plant upgrades. The project budget, including construction, is approximately $1.5M, with plans and specifications complete as soon as possible. For more information about the project, contact: Joe Armand:...
SUMMONS IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR LINCOLN COUNTY Case No. 26-2-00009-22 CHRISTOPHER POPA De LA VERSAILLES, Plaintiff, vs. MELANIE, INC. a Washington Corporation, Danny Estergaard, DOES 1-10 Defendants. TO THE DEFENDANTS: A lawsuit has been started against you in the above entitled court CHRISTOPHER POPA De La VERSAILLES plaintiff. Plaintiffs’ claim is stated in the written Complaint, a copy of which is served upon you with this summons. In order to defend against this lawsuit, you must...
PUBLIC NOTICE STATE OF WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY NOTICE OF APPLICATIONS FOR SEASONAL CHANGE/TRANSFER OF WATER RIGHT UNDER THREE (3) SUPERSEDING GROUND WATER CERTIFICATES. TAKE NOTICE: That Stahl Hutterian Brethren of Ritzville, WA, on January 5, 2026, has made applications for seasonal change/transfer of water right in order to change the point of withdrawal and change a portion of the place of use as granted under Superseding Ground Water Certificate Nos. G3-21627, G3-23041 and G3-24825(B). That Superseding Ground...
