August 5, 2026
August 5, 2026
SPOKANE – It looks like the race for Eastern Washington's congressional seat will be a rematch. At the end of the initial tally of ballots on election day, Aug. 4, Spokane Republican Michael Baumgartner and Democrat Carmela Conroy were well ahead in the 12-candidate field. Baumgartner, the only Republican in the primary, had a whopping 54,205 votes, or 47.97%, district-wide. Conroy was a distant second with 23,536 votes, or 20.83%. Independent Nate Powell, whose financial...
COLFAX – If the initial ballot count is any indication, incumbent lawmaker Joe Schmick looks like he's headed back to Olympia. At the end of the first day of counting in the Aug. 4 primary election, Schmick, R-Colfax, had a 29-point-plus lead over his Democratic challenger Karina Wallace. Schmick received 16,339 votes in his bid to retain Legislative District No. 9 Position No. 2 seat. Wallace trailed with only 8,975 votes. In other words, Schmick scored 64.43% of the vote...
DAVENPORT — Lincoln County voters turned out at 27% in Tuesday’s primary election, with 2,387 ballots counted out of 8,916 registered voters, according to unofficial results last updated at 8:52 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4. All countywide races were uncontested. Candidates received strong support: • Assessor J. Scott Liebing received 1,920 votes, or 98.31%. • Auditor Chandra L. Schumacher received 1,924 votes, or 98.77%. • Clerk Traci Gants received 1,938 votes, or 98.68%. • Prosecuting Attorney Ty Albertson received...
DAVENPORT — A two-vehicle head-on collision on U.S. Highway 2 early Monday morning left one person with serious injuries and temporarily closed the roadway in both directions. The investigation remains ongoing, and additional details including ages, genders and vehicle information were not available at press time. The crash occurred about 3:01 a.m. approximately four miles east of the city, according to Sgt. Jerry Walker of the Washington State Patrol. One person sustained serious head and chest injuries, including trauma...
Here are the lowest regular gasoline prices per gallon reported in the region by GasBuddy.com as of 1 p.m. Wednesday, July 29: Airway Heights $4.62 at Airway Heights Food Mart Cheney $4.85 at Maverik Colfax $4.99 at Busch Distributors, Cenex, Chevron and 76. Davenport $4.99 at Exxon. Ephrata $4.63 at Safeway Grand Coulee $5.59 at Chevron Moses Lake $4.43 at Ernie's Truck Stop. Post Falls, Idaho $4.07 at 76 and Maverik Ritzville $4.84 at Love's Travel Stop and Maverik Spokane $4.39 at Maverik and...
DAVENPORT - More than 1,400 Lincoln County voters have already returned ballots for the Aug. 4 primary election, for a return rate of 15.9%. As of this week, 1,413 ballots had been returned, according to Elections Manager Norm Caley. Caley said he does not track exact year-to-year comparisons at the same mid-election point, but the current rate appears better than past primaries. Ballots were mailed earlier than usual this year, which also influences the numbers. Caley...
HARRINGTON - Wheat harvest is underway with early yields looking better than expected in some areas. Highline Grain Growers Chief Financial Officer Beau Duffsaid the southern "garden" area of the county is more than half harvested. "The yields I'm hearing are probably above average," Duff said. "It depends on the farmer, but the guys I've talked to said their yields are better than they expected." Duff said early-season moisture benefited the crop more than expected despite...
DISPATCH LOG DAVENPORT — The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following calls for service from July 20-26: July 20 Traffic stops: 8 7:37 a.m. — Disabled vehicle, location not reported. 8:11 a.m. — Vehicle hit a deer and caught fire, fully engulfed; location not reported. 8:26 a.m. — Commercial burglary; location not reported. 9:53 a.m. — Welfare check on Airport Way, Seven Bays. 10:17 a.m. — Suspicious circumstance involving jewelry; location not reported. 11:58 a.m. — Juvenile problem,...
HARRINGTON - Firefighters from multiple agencies spent hours Tuesday, July 28, battling a haystack fire on Coal Springs Road off State Route 28 between Harrington and Davenport that remained active Wednesday as crews worked to extinguish it before stronger winds return. Harrington Fire District 6 crews arrived on scene about 3:40 p.m. after a page at 3:20 p.m. and found one haystack fully involved, according to Fire Chief Brandon Larmer. "We began putting water on it right...
DAVENPORT — A Reardan man was arrested for driving under the influence after crashing his pickup near Milepost 9 of state Highway 25 on Sunday afternoon, July 26. Fred A. Frolov, 53, was booked into the Lincoln County Jail in Davenport on a DUI charge. According to court records, Frolov was southbound in a white 2008 Chevrolet Colorado southbound about 5:28 p.m. when the truck went off the west embankment across from Hart Road, overturned and came to rest upright, records state. The crash ignited a brush fire that burned...
DAVENPORT — Lincoln County residents and stakeholders are invited to a Mobility Summit on July 31 to help update the county’s Human Services Transportation Plan and identify gaps in services for people who cannot meet their own transportation needs because of age, disability or income. The summit is organized to gather community input that will shape strategies for improving mobility and access to essential services, according to Madelyn Carlson, CEO of People For People. “The purpose of the Mobility Summit and the...
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Eastern Washington farmers and ranchers may see some relief from a new wetlands rule that was set to be entered in the National Register on Wednesday, July 29. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the rule addresses inconsistencies in how wetlands were determined after Nov. 28, 1990. It also prevents government officials from reinterpreting wetlands determinations without the request of the landowner. The rule also requires notification of wetland determinations and provides for appeals,...
REARDAN —A motorist was arrested Saturday, July 25, after reportedly displaying a handgun during a U.S. Highway 2 road-rage incident. Kenneth Richwalski was arrested by the Washington State Patrol near Milepost 269; charing information was not provided before press time. According to the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office, a complainant reported a driver, later identified as Richwalski, pointed what appeared to be a pistol while...
DAVENPORT — A local man was arrested Sunday, July 26, in connection with an assault. Dylan Jorden, 18, of Davenport, was booked into the Lincoln County Jail on charges of fourth-degree assault and minor in possession of alcohol. Records show he punched another man after knocking on his door and attempting to force entry. Jorden admitted striking the victim and showed signs of...
SPRAGUE — A vehicle struck a deer and caught fire on Harrington Tokio Road on Monday, July 20. According to the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, Jack Strand of Vancouver was southbound in a 2022 Subaru Forester near Larmer Road when a deer jumped in front of him. His car struck the deer and the collision ignited a fire, records show. Fire crews responded and cleared the roadway. Strand was not injured, records...
DAVENPORT — A phone that triggered an automatic crash notification was located near Maxwell and Fifth streets on Friday, July 24, according to Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office records. Deputies responded to the area after the alert. The device belonged to Stacia Patterson of 901 Maxwell St. and was returned to her the same evening, according to the...
REARDAN — A red Chevrolet pickup parked in the city right-of-way for more than a week was tagged as abandoned Friday, July 24. Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office records show the tag noted it would be towed the next day if not moved. The registered owner confirmed she had sold the vehicle, and the buyer retrieved the next day and drove it to Spokane records...
HARRINGTON — A resident reported a small black bag at Harrington Park on Friday, July 24, and asked Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office deputies to check on it. The caller believed it might contain drugs but did not open it, records show. Deputies searched the area near the outhouse and a smaller park with a gazebo but were unable to locate the bag, according to the records. They noted a possible owner may have retrieved...
Millions of people across America and Canada are choking from wildfire smoke. Unfortunately, it has become an annual occurrence. Currently, thick smoke from hundreds of active Canadian wildfires has triggered widespread air quality alerts across at least 20 northern states. Wildfires are a natural part of forests – of which Canada (and U.S.) have vast swathes. Those massive infernos have worsened in recent years. For example, in Canada in 2023 fires razed 37 million...
The primary duty of any government is to protect its citizens. Yet Olympia's current leaders aren't meeting that basic standard, by failing to secure our data systems and enforce our laws. Intelligence reports recently declassified by the federal government show Chinese cyber-actors have targeted and stolen the voter-registration data of up to 220 million Americans. Although national-security experts say this theft has not altered actual votes, the threat is still very real....
DAVENPORT - Families filled the covered arena at the fairgrounds Wednesday evening, July 29, as the Rastelli Circus delivered traditional acts, high-wire thrills and face painting in a one-night stop. The traveling show, founded in 2023 by fourth-generation performers, emphasizes classic circus skills rarely seen in larger productions. Denisse Santos, 27, of Las Vegas, Nev., serves as a performer, manager and tour booking agent. She is a fourth-generation circus artist who...
If the recent influx of Spider-People roaming the streets of Washington, D.C. is any indication, I’d say the new Spider-Man movie is going to be a pretty big deal. Just the other day, I counted three different Spider-Men casually wandering around downtown. No one seemed particularly alarmed. Around here, that’s apparently just a Tuesday. Now, for my readers back home who may not know what “cosplay” is, let me explain. Cosplay is when folks dress up as their favorite...
Davenport Birthdays July 30 - Brielle Balance, Lily Harden, July 31 - Sebastian Hardin Aug. 1 - Lincoln Johnson, Lila Lust Aug. 2 - John Carruth, Joseph Gunning, Chrissy Tucker Aug. 3 - Kim Hardin, Charles Oliver Aug. 4 - Izaiah Bowdish, Aaron Coley, Ken Horner, Lee Liebing, Karom Thomas, Harold Thompson Aug. 5 - Paula Furman, Richard Gunning Anniversaries July 30 - Mike and Renee Honey, Sam and Kathleen Posey July 31 - Gabe and Traci Gants Aug. 1 - Brian and Darci Dennis Aug. 3 - John and Kathy Coley Aug. 5 - Mark & Marcia...
Hot summer days call for easy to prepare meals that don’t add extra heat to your home. Last week, Odessa GoOdessa Summer Recreation youth learned to make Best Homemade Tacos. The learned food safety in handling raw meat, as well as accurate measuring and safe raw vegetable preparation. Best Homemade Tacos 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef 1 Tbsp chili powder 1 tsp ground cumin 3/4 tsp salt 1/2 tsp dried oregano 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1 Tbsp dried minced onion 1/4 tsp ground...
EDWALL – Women in Action and Lincoln County Fire District 4 partnered Saturday to raise money for a new LED reader board during a pancake breakfast and community yard sale at Christian Heritage School. The sign is intended to give residents a central place for community announcements after Edwall lost several longtime gathering places, including its post office and local restaurant. Sue Lani Madsen, vice president of Women in Action and emergency medical services captain...
DAVENPORT — Several Lincoln County students were among those awarded Mondovi Grange/Wilson Farm Scholarship scholarships by the Innovia Foundation for the 2026-27 school year. Davenport recipients are Tyler Ballance ($2,500, Spokane Falls Community College), Shelby Hargrave ($2,000, Oregon State University), McCall Knopp ($1,000, Washington State University), Samantha Odenrider ($2,000, Eastern Washington University) and Lydia Wicks ($3,800, Walla Walla Community College). Odessa’s Aiden Schmierer received $3,800 from...
ODESSA - A local teenager is spending her second summer as a lifeguard at the Odessa Pool, balancing long hours in the sun with the responsibility of keeping swimmers safe while also competing for the Odessa High School Tigers. Ella Schlomer, 16, of Odessa, said she took the job because she loves being outside and near the water. It also works well for younger teens who cannot yet drive long distances. In addition to lifeguarding, Schlomer plans to play volleyball and golf in...
PORCUPINE BAY — Hundreds of legacy tires embedded in a small tributary near Porcupine Bay for more than 60 years are finally set to be removed under a new state grant awarded to the Lincoln County Conservation District. The district received a Terry Husseman Grant from the Washington Department of Ecology to restore the fish-bearing waterway that flows into Lake Roosevelt. The tires, placed in the stream channel and banks in the 1960s, have been slowly degrading and releasing contaminants. Field work is projected to begin...
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LINCOLN COUNTY NOTICE OF APPLICATION AND DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE (DNS) STATE ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (SEPA) (RCW 43.21C)SEPA RULES (WAC 197-11) FILE NO. PL-CUP-003-26 DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSAL: Install up to seven RV hook ups on the property which is 1.53 acres. The lower .6 acres would be used for the sites as outlined on the map. The property is served by an 8” sewer line connected to the city of Wilbur, along with a 1.5” water line. This would be a quality site with strict rules for age and quality of RV’s...
PUBLIC NOTICE The City of Davenport is currently accepting applications for a Part-Time Airport Manager. Duties include airport operations, grant management, working closely with airport engineers and maintenance coordination. Must possess knowledge of aircraft operation, FAA and airport rules and policies, and AWOS and PAPI maintenance procedures. Advise the Mayor for lease compliance. Must possess a valid Washington State driver’s license. This position is not to exceed 70 hours a month. This is a non-benefit position,...
PUBLIC NOTICE ORDINANCE 1212 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DAVENPORT ADDING TO THE DAVENPORT MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 18.08 RELATED TO CRITICAL AREAS. SUMMARY FOR PUBLICATION This ordinance amends the DMC updates 18.08 Critical Areas to Chapter 18 of the Davenport Municipal Code. Copies of the full text of the ordinance and budget may be obtained from the undersigned at the Davenport City Hall, 411 Morgan Street, Davenport, WA 99122. Published this 30th day of JULY...
PUBLIC NOTICE ORDINANCE 1214 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DAVENPORT, PROVIDING THE VACATION OF ALLEY RIGHT OF WAY, CITY OF DAVENPORT, WASHINGTON. SUMMARY FOR PUBLICATION This ordinance vacates the easterly eight feet of 10th Street from Morgan Street north to the alley adjacent to the 100 westerly feet of lot 6 of Block 18, Timmons Addition to the City of Davenport. The property is more commonly known as 914 Morgan Street. Published this 30th day of JULY 2026. David M. Leath Clerk/Treasurer City of Davenport Published this...
PUBLIC NOTICE ORDINANCE 1215 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2026 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF DAVENPORT SUMMARY FOR PUBLICATION An Ordinance by the Davenport City Council Amending the 2026 Budget for a TIB Scrub Seal and Street Renovation Grant. Copies of the full text of the ordinance may be obtained from the undersigned at the Davenport City Hall, 411 Morgan Street, Davenport, WA 99122. Published on this 30th day of July 2026. David M. Leath Clerk/Treasurer City of Davenport Published July 30,...
PUBLIC NOTICE SPECIAL 3 DAY PUBLIC OFFICE FILING PERIOD There will be a special three (3) day filing period held Tuesday, August 11, 2026, through Thursday, August 13, 2026, for the purpose of declaring candidacy for the following elective positions that were not previously filed for during the regular filing period: Anyone wishing to file may do so at the Lincoln County Auditor’s Office between 9:00 A.M. and 3:00 P.M. during the stated filing period. Declarations by mail must be in our office no later than the last day...
PUBLIC NOTICE ORDINANCE 1213 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DAVENPORT, AMENDING DMC 10.24 PARKING. SUMMARY FOR PUBLICATION This ordinance allows for Transit Vehicle parking Monday – Friday on the westside of Sixth Street Between Morgan Street and the alleyway between Morgan Street and Park Street. (Plaza) The hours of said parking are now, 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. – Monday through Friday only. Copies of the full text of the ordinance may be obtained from the undersigned at Davenport City Hall, 411 Morgan Street, Davenport,...
NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 SUPERIOR COURT, STATE OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF SPOKANE NO. 26-4-01413-32 In the Matter of the Estate of FAYE L. BODEAU, 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 Representative...
PUBLIC NOTICE 2027-2030 Area Plan Public Hearing Aging & Adult Care of Central Washington is hosting a public hearing for input to their 2027-2030 Area Plan. The public hearing will be held on August 4, 2026, at 1:00 pm. This is an important opportunity to provide input on how discretionary funds are allocated to serve seniors aged 60 and over, and adults with disabilities, in Adams, Chelan, Douglas, Grant, Lincoln, and Okanogan Counties. The hearing will be held in the East Wenatchee Aging & Adult Care of Central...
PUBLIC NOTICE DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE (DNS) STATE ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (SEPA) (RCW 43.21C) SEPA RULES (WAC 197-11) FILE NO. SEPA-02-26 DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSAL: Restoration and reshaping of a grassed waterway PROPONENT: TSSB Landa LLC c/o Terry Krupke 53040 Surber Rd E Reardan, WA 99029 LOCATION OF PROPOSAL: Sec 12 T25 R39 PT E25W PTS25S2NE PTSE1.87RDA Sec 13 T25 R39 NW (Less PT SENW) LEAD AGENCY: Lincoln County Conservation District DETERMINATION: The lead agency for this proposal has determined that it does...
PUBLIC NOTICE DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE (DNS) STATE ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (SEPA) (RCW 43.21C) SEPA RULES (WAC 197-11) FILE NO. SEPA-01-26 DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSAL: Tire Removal in unnamed stream off Porcupine Bay Rd PROPONENT: Tanner Brucklemeyer PO Box 915 Davenport, WA 99122 LOCATION OF PROPOSAL: 37410 HIGH MEADOW LN E, Davenport. S2SW of Sec 17 T27N R37EWM LEAD AGENCY: Lincoln County DETERMINATION: The lead agency for this proposal has determined that it does not have a probable significant adverse impact of...
NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS ORS 113.155 (2) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE STATE OF OREGON FOR THE COUNTY OF LINCOLN Probate Department Case No. 26PB05725 In the Matter of the Estate of MILDRED L. HAND, Deceased. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Ramona L. Johnson has been appointed personal representative. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the personal representative at Trent J. Holloman-Wilkins, Attorney for Ramona L. Johnson, NW Legacy Law, P.S., 1003 Officers...
SUMMONS AND NOTICE BY PUBLICATION SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON COUNTY OF LINCOLN No. 252-00070-22 In Re The Proceeding for Lincoln County For The Foreclosure Of Liens For Delinquent Real Property Taxes, Interest And Fees For The Years 2022-2026 & prior year THE STATE OF WASHINGTON TO: F W HIATT, DAVID GOBLE, AND WESTERMAYER REV LIVING TRUST, and each and every lot, tract, parcel and portion of the hereinafter described lands and tenements and each and every person, firm or corporation, known or unknown, if any, having or...
Mary Patricia "Pat" Matherly March 16, 1937 – July 10, 2026 Mary Patricia Pollard Whitmore Walton Matherly, 89, passed away Friday July 10th, 2026 at 2 p.m. Mary Pat was born and raised in Lincoln County. She grew up in Davenport, Wash. She worked for Lincoln Hospital and extended her service and generosity to others through Home Care for those in need. Pat will be fondly remembered for her love of service to her family and community. She is survived by her four children,...
