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State government is entitled to a fixed portion of what you earn, even if it is wasted or isn't needed to fund important programs. That is the crux of the argument being made to justify yet more tax increases. Leadership of Washington State Senate Democrats have circulated a document arguing Washington's tax code is "broken." They assert the state is being "defunded" because revenue as a percentage of "total personal income" has declined over 20 years, from a historical 6-7% to approximately 5%. The document's main argument i...
ODESSA - The Almira-Coulee-Hartline Warriors overwhelmed the Odessa Tigers with relentless defensive pressure from the opening tip, cruising to a 78-22 boys varsity basketball win on Dec. 12. The Warriors jumped to a 29-0 lead after the first quarter and extended it to 51-6 at halftime. Odessa showed more fight in the second half but could not close the gap, as AHC maintained control through the final whistle with scores of 65-15 after three quarters and 78-22 at the end....
DAVENPORT - County public works officials told Lincoln County commissioners on Monday, Dec. 15, that recent weather has tested road conditions and trees but crews remain in a relatively stable position heading into winter. Public Works Road Operations Manager Dave Sanford said crews will revisit roads that were recently bladed and then impacted by heavy rain, noting windstorms have also brought down trees across the county. Sanford said crews dealt with several downed trees...
ODESSA - A commanding rebounding advantage propelled the Almira-Coulee-Hartline Warriors to a lopsided victory over the host Odessa Tigers in girls varsity basketball action. The Warriors defeated the Tigers 67-17 on Dec. 12. Almira-Coulee-Hartline led 18-9 after the first quarter, 29-13 at halftime and 51-15 entering the fourth. Odessa coach Abby Horak attributed the loss to a lack of effort and key statistical disparities. "We did not come to play and ACH did," Horak said....
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 Dec. 8 Traffic Stops: 13 9:06 a.m. — A resident on Porcupine Bay Road North, Davenport, requested a deputy to come and look at her computer because someone was posing as Microsoft and asking her f...
DAVENPORT — A man accused of possessing a large quantity of methamphetamine and other controlled substances with intent to distribute appeared in Lincoln County Superior Court Tuesday, Dec. 16, where a trial date and readiness hearing were discussed. David Randall Priest, 57, requested a new trial date of Feb. 4, while prosecutors and Superior Court Judge Adam Walser discussed the upcoming speedy trial deadline. Walser stressed the importance of the date, warning Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Bruce Cox that failure to meet t...
REARDAN — Even Santa needs a quick break during the busy holiday season, and this weekend he is making time to roll into Reardan for an evening of hometown cheer with local families. The Reardan Lions Club and Reardan Fire & Rescue have teamed up to bring a Hometown Christmas to the Reardan Community Hall from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 20. Santa is scheduled to arrive at about 6:15 p.m., riding in on a Reardan fire engine after a festive loop through town with sirens and holiday music. The free event will include h...
DAVENPORT - Lincoln County commissioners on Monday, Dec. 15, received an update on public defense services, including caseload pressures, statewide standards and a contract adjustment for the county's public defender. Public defender Dave Hearrean told commissioners his workload is manageable but requires careful monitoring to remain sustainable. Hearrean said he currently carries 83 cases and is working with judges to resolve certain low-level matters efficiently. "If I get...
DAVENPORT — A man accused of leading law enforcement on a dangerous, multi-county pursuit in a rented moving truck was found competent to stand trial in court on Tuesday, Dec. 16, and has a readiness hearing set for Tuesday, Dec. 23. Marquis Andrew White, 33, pleaded not guilty in Lincoln County Superior Court in November to third-degree assault and attempting to elude a police vehicle in November. Both charges carry maximum penalties of five years in prison and/or $10,000 in fines, along with restitution, assessments, and c...
DAVENPORT — A Spokane man accused of driving under the influence in Lincoln County was found competent to stand trial, with a readiness hearing set for Tuesday, Dec. 23, and a trial scheduled for Jan. 7 at 9 a.m. Freddie L. Franklin, 45, is charged with felony DUI, first-degree driving while license suspended, and violation of an ignition interlock device after a police stop on Oct. 31, 2025. The charges carry enhanced penalties due to Franklin’s prior DUI convictions, including one felony conviction in 2021. During his Dec...
DAVENPORT — Local food banks in Lincoln County are expected to see increased demand in 2025 as major changes to federal and state food assistance rules take effect, officials said at a County Commissioner meeting Monday, Dec. 15. Denise Porter, a liaison with Lincoln County Workforce Services, said the changes stem from new federal rules under the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” which expand the age range and tighten exemptions for Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependents (ABAWDs) who receive SNAP benefits. Adults aged 55-64, as we...
SPOKANE VALLEY - A freshman standout claimed an individual title and four others earned podium finishes as Davenport finished sixth in the team standings at the Inland Empire Classic on Saturday. Davenport/Liberty Launch Academy scored 135.5 team points. Central Valley won the tournament with 233.5 points, followed by Ridgeline (218.5) and Deer Park (215). Freshman Samson Kjar went undefeated at 165 pounds, capping his run with a 9-7 decision over Deer Park's Eoin Bogle in the...
REARDAN – The Screaming Eagles boys basketball team improved to 6-1 and stayed atop the NE2B-North standings with wins over St. George's on Saturday, Dec. 13, and Chewelah on Tuesday, Dec. 16. In a half-filled gym, with no band or cheerleaders, Reardan won what felt more like a scrimmage than a league game with its 68-36 win over St. George's. It was their fourth win in five days. Reardan jumped out 14-0 before the Dragons scored their first basket with eight seconds left in t...
This week, Winnie and I made our annual pilgrimage to the vet in town. You know the routine: smiles, treats, betrayal. Winnie has spent the last few days deeply offended by her updated shots, while I have been informed, through dramatic sighs and side-eye from her, that this was entirely my fault. Our recovery plan has involved Christmas decorating and extreme lounging. Mostly for Winnie. While she has been roasting herself in front of the fireplace like a gas-station hot dog that’s been on the roller too long, I’ve been han...
ODESSA - A 2026 Odessa High School senior was selected from a national pool of more than 25,000 applicants and matched with her second-choice university for a full four-year scholarship. Kieu Tran, 17, of Odessa, learned she had been awarded the scholarship on Monday, Dec. 1, through the QuestBridge National College Match program. "I was really surprised and excited because I didn't think I would get it," Tran said. QuestBridge initially selects about 7,000 finalists from...
1 Years Ago Odessa High School emerged victorious from a dual debate with Harrington High School and is now safely resting as champions of the south side, with the right to meet the winners of the North side for the championship of Lincoln County. Davenport High School’s basketball team started its 1925-1926 season auspiciously by winning from North Central High School of Spokane here Saturday night by a 9-8 score and also defeating Harrington Tuesday night by a 25-4 score. The annual Davenport High School play, which w...
Jamie Eugene Schorzman May 17, 1978- Nov. 25, 2025. Jamie Eugene Schorzman was born in Spokane, Wash. on May 17, 1978 to his parents Randy Schorzman and Sue Weishaar both of Odessa, Wash. Jamie grew up a typical happy country kid with his older brother Bart as they split time between Spokane and Odessa. Jamie loved riding 4-wheelers & motorcycles, shooting guns, driving tractors, wheat trucks, and combines on the farm, hot summer days boating with family on Lake Roosevelt,...
Davenport birthdays Dec. 18: Katie Harvey Dec. 19: Kim Hansen, Vicki Nicholls, Tom Schreck Dec. 20: Acacia Plasencia, Delbert Bain Dec. 21: Emma Cash, Gary King, Miranda Sanford, Meghann Steinolfson, Mike Storer Dec. 22: Brad Sweet, Kevin Katz, Marlee McKeehan, Theresa Blankenship, Zeke Johnson, Dec. 23: Ken Vesneske, Regan Oliver, Kelly Graber, Lila Woodland Dec. 24: Rob Morcom, Marcos Munz Davenport anniversaries Dec. 18: Jim and Darci Linstrum Dec. 20: Loren and Barbara Ensor, Josh and Shawndale Smith, Daniel and Natalie...
Christian “Chris’ C. Rosman passed away on Dec. 7, 2025 at his home in Wilbur, Wash. Chris was born on April 22, 1944 in Davenport, Wash. Services will be announced at a later date. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.stratefuneralhome.com for the Rosman family. Strate Funeral Home, Davenport is caring for the family....
DAVENPORT - Fueled by a loud Winterfest crowd, the Reardan High School boys and girls basketball teams came away with gritty rivalry wins over the Gorillas on Friday, Dec. 12. The Screaming Eagles' girls won 49-45, while the boys closed out the Gorillas 53-48. The first eight minutes of the girls' game pitted the skills of Reardan's Tenice Waters against those of Davenport's Clare Lathrop. Out of the gate, Waters scored eight points while Lathrop scored seven. It was on the...
Gifts from the kitchen are perfect for the person who has everything, or those who don’t want any more trinkets and dust catchers. Fresh baked bread is a great edible gift, and Rosemary Bread, garnished with rosemary sprigs doesn’t need a fancy wrapping. Rosemary Bread 2 2/3 cups warm water (105-115 degrees) 2 Tbsp honey or molasses 2 packets active dry yeast 3 cups whole what flour 2 Tbsp olive oil 1 1/2 Tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, or 2 tsp dried 1 1/2 tsp salt 1 tsp onion powder 1 tsp garlic powder 3 to 3 1/2 cups all...
A state agency and two different legislative commissions had meetings last week in which they discussed health care issues in Washington state, legislative priorities and federal health care reforms. “The sky is falling” was the tone whenever federal reforms were mentioned and doom was predicted, despite remaining unknowns and failing to mention the many state-level actions harming Washington's health care landscape. ( Worse than trying to pin all our health care woes on federal Medicaid reforms and the likely and rig...
DAVENPORT - The Gorillas boys basketball team overcame a halftime deficit to erupt in the fourth quarter against Tonasket, then followed with a commanding home win over Kettle Falls. In the most recent game Tuesday, Davenport defeated Kettle Falls 60-42. The Gorillas led 15-11 after one quarter, 37-22 at halftime and 53-29 entering the fourth. Davenport coach Matt Henry credited improved defensive focus. "It was just more focus defensively, you know, just understanding our...
DAVENPORT - The girls' basketball team continued its dominant start to the season with two convincing home wins this week, overwhelming visiting opponents with strong defense and balanced scoring. Davenport cruised to a 67-9 victory over Kettle Falls on Tuesday in Davenport. The Gorillas shut out the Bulldogs in the first quarter and led 42-6 at halftime before emptying the bench in the second half. "We were shooting for a team win tonight," Davenport coach Dusty Oestreich...
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