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DAVENPORT — A trial featuring a second-degree rape charge was dismissed last week after most people summoned for jury duty failed to appear. It’s an instance that’s becoming a Lincoln County trend, local officials say, and it has many within the county concerned. Damion Michael Pegram was charged with second-degree rape and agreed to have his case go to trial, which was scheduled to begin Wednesday, Oct. 18. The case was dismissed by county Prosecuting Attorney Adam Walser due to a lack of available jurors. County Prose...
Mark Lassman and his daughter Kesli dress up at the Reardan Partners in Education Trunk or Treat event Friday, Oct. 20. It was one of many Halloween events happening in Lincoln County this year....
DAVENPORT — The city and Lincoln County are close to an agreement on a telecommunications franchise for broadband internet, city administrator Steve Goemmel reported at council’s regular meeting Wednesday, Oct. 25. Negotiations have been ongoing since July, but after discussions between city attorney David Bingaman and county attorney Adam Walser, the city has just a couple details left in the contract to clarify before being ready to sign an agreement, Goemmel said. “I think we’re in the final stage,” Goemmel said. “It...
DAVENPORT —Halloween is coming up Tuesday, Oct. 31, and organizations around Lincoln County are ready to celebrate with candies, costumes, carnivals and other popular activities for children and adults alike to enjoy. Here’s a breakdown of everything Halloween-related going on around Lincoln County. Reardan This weekend, ghosts and goblins will provide a blood curdling experience to all who dare visit the Haunted Train at the Inland Northwest Rail Museum. The event will be Saturday, Oct 28, from 6 to 9 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 29,...
HARRINGTON - The longtime chief of Fire District No. 6 informed his district he'll be retiring soon. Scott McGowan is stepping away from his role after 35 years as District chief. McGowan has been a fireman with the District for 39 years, almost simultaneous to his 40 years with the city as maintenance superintendent. "I started just after the ash cleanup (from Mt. St. Helens," McGowan said. He said he's retiring due to health issues and "not doing what I should be doing."...
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. Oct. 14 Traffic stops: 11 A Davenport man reported an erratically driven Volkswagen passing three cars at a time at 100 mph westbound on Highway 2 from Bennett Road. A Sprague man that cut off his finger with a pow...
DAVENPORT — While it has held various names over the years, the local newspaper has been printing weekly news for the citizens of Lincoln County since the late 1800s. The first issue of the then-Lincoln County Times was published Oct. 20, 1883. And last Friday, Oct. 20, marked 140 years of newspapers here. That first issue of the Times featured no local photography, two sketches for advertisements and a bevy of news produced by Editor Lawrence A. Inkster. The newspaper began with national news on the front page, followed b...
If there’s one thing Americans can still agree on, it’s that tax policy is one of the most consequential decisions our government makes that impacts our economy and family budgets. With the exception of Washington state, policymakers in the mountain states of Idaho, Montana and Wyoming have been very active the last few years prioritizing tax relief while making fiscally conservative budget investments. While this ongoing tax relief effort is to be commended, more can be don...
The Interstate 405 and state Highway 167 toll lane experiment is losing money. Now, the state Transportation Commission is considering increasing tolls by up to 80% to $18 each way on I-405. The increase will cost an I-405 commuter, using the lanes at peak toll periods, around $720 per month or $8,640 per year. If you travel the entire Highway 167 and I-405 corridor you could see a toll of up to $54. The state Department of Transportation fiscal report for the tolling project...
Age: 57 Family: After moving to Odessa in 1991, I met and married my wife, Christine Crossley. We have been together for nearly 30 years. We have three children: Easton, Kolby (who is married to Alyssa), and Kassidy. Day Job: Parts Sales Odessa Trading Co.. Relevent or Volunteer Experience: I served as a volunteer firefighter and a First Responder for many years. In 1997, I assumed the role of chairman for Deutschesfest after years of volunteering. I was an active member of...
Age: 44 Family: Donny Smith- Grandfather Syd Smith- Father Michelle Pries- Mother Related to various namessakes by blood or marriage- Wraspir-Webley-Smith-Haase-Iverson- King Day Job: Relevent or Volunteer Experience: My wife (Amanda) and I own the 1902 Coffee House. I am a Certified Handgun Instructor through CJTC. I was a Bail Enforcement Officer and Bondsman for 20+ years. I volunteer as often as I can. I am a member of the Odessa Lions Club who complete many projects...
Age: 50 Family: Husband and two children Day Job: Secondary ELA Teacher Relevent or Volunteer Experience: Throughout my life, I have been actively involved in various community activities and organizations. From volunteering at animal shelters to participating in multiple community functions, I realize the importance of giving back. My diverse range of volunteer experiences coupled with the skills gained through my career have equipped me with the tools necessary to be an asse...
Age: Family: Son, Daughter-In-Law, and 3 grand children Day Job: Retired Relevent or Volunteer Experience: Volunteer for Old Town Hall Rejuvenation Society (OTHRS). On the Board of Director’s for Odessa Historical Society. I’ve been a volunteer for Deutschesfest since inception in 1971. I handle the community Christmas tree lighting for the town every year. Profile questions (please respond in 100 words or less per answer): Question 1: Do you think the citizens of Odessa wou...
Age: 35 Family: Wife and 3 kids Day Job: CDL Driver and Loader Operator for PNW Relevent or Volunteer Experience: I did a lot of volunteer work in Utah for our local Zoo and local Heritage Farm. Profile questions (please respond in 100 words or less per answer): Question 1: What is the biggest problem currently facing the city, and how should council respond to that problem? Our biggest problem is not enforcing ordinances, having enough things for the local children to do,...
Smith did not respond to multiple attempts for contact from The Record-Times....
RITZVILLE - The Reardan football team came to town Friday, Oct. 13 to face the Lind-Ritzville/Sprague Broncos in a crucial 2023 Homecoming matchup and came away with a shutout victory 25-0. LRS's high-octane offense has sputtered in recent weeks because of injuries sustained by running backs Brody Boness and Brock Kinch, both of whom watched the game from the sidelines. The Screaming Eagles showed they were ready to play when Hunter Flaa returned the opening kickoff to the...
COLFAX - In the final cross country meet of the season for middle schoolers and the last opportunity for high schoolers before regionals, it was the Davenport high school girls finishing with the highest marks of any local school at the 1B/2B League Championships at Colfax Golf Club Friday, Oct. 13. The Gorilla high school girls finished second with 72 points, behind only St. George's. Reardan's middle school boys took third in their division behind Chewelah and Colfax at 72...
REARDAN - With not enough players to field a complete squad, the Screaming Eagles' soccer team went into their game Saturday, Oct. 14 against Northwest Christian knowing they had already lost by forfeit. Despite the outcome having already been determined the teams agreed to play nine against nine. The Crusaders won the matchup 5-1. Because of injuries, Reardan juniors Reagan Board and Mackenzie Bjornberg watched from the bench as their nine teammates squared off against a NWC...
DAVENPORT - The Pateros Billygoats came into town last weekend searching for their first win of the season after five straight losses to open the 2023 season. And playing their third varsity game of the year, Davenport made plenty sure that didn't happen with a resounding 60-7 victory Friday, Oct. 13. The game was practically over before it started. On Davenport's first play from scrimmage, Brock Gustaveson took the ball up the middle on a 60-yard run before finishing off the...
DAVENPORT - A seven-game winning streak preceded by a five-game winning streak to start the season has vaulted the Gorilla soccer team into the second-ranked B team in the state, according to the WIAA RPI rankings. In the last week, Davenport defeated St. George's 3-1 Thursday, Oct. 12, Okanogan 1-0 Saturday, Oct. 14 and Upper Columbia Academy 7-0 Monday, Oct. 16. The lone home game was against the Dragons, whom Davenport had previously defeated in a road shootout Sept. 21....
REARDAN - After facing a large deficit in their first set, the Screaming Eagles' volleyball team gave Jenkins (Chewelah) all they could handle before losing the match 3-0 on Thursday, Oct 12. Chewelah jumped to an 11-4 first set lead and never looked back. The Screaming Eagles' Emersen Sprecher and Kaylynn Clouse scored three and two kills, respectively, but their efforts were not enough to deny the Cougars their 25-16 win. Chewelah notched a 10-1 run in the second set en...
DAVENPORT - Taking advantage of a Lind-Ritzville/Sprague team down Zoe Galbreath, the Gorillas handed the Broncos their first loss outside tournament play of the season with a come-from-behind four-set victory Tuesday, Oct. 17. The 3-1 (16-25, 25-23, 25-23, 25-23) win improved Davenport's record to 7-4, while LRS dropped to 12-1. Davenport had trouble finding its footing at the start of the match. LRS jumped to an 11-5 first set lead, as the Gorillas knocked several kill...
SPRINGDALE — The Odessa football team has found its way back into a winning rhythm after a pair of lopsided losses to conclude September. The Tigers got an overwhelming 52-22 victory over the Mary Walker Chargers on the road Friday, Oct. 13. The win came a week after a big Homecoming/Senior Night victory over Inchelium the week prior. The game didn’t start out looking like an Odessa blowout. The Chargers took a 22-14 lead into halftime. But then the Tigers flipped a switch and blitzed Mary Walker out of intermission, out...
ODESSA—The Tigers’ volleyball team got back to their winning ways with a straight-sets sweep of Valley Christian Monday, Oct. 16 behind the leadership of their seniors. Odessa dusted off the visiting Panthers 25-13, 25-13, 25-16. Hayden Schuh led the way with 10 kills, while Melloney Deife contributed 16 kills, 11 digs and five aces. The win brought the Tigers back to a .500 record at 6-6. Odessa has four games remaining in the regular season before district play commences. This week, the Tigers host Chesterton Academy Thu...
Varsity games, meets and matches the week of Oct. 20-26 for Davenport, Odessa, Reardan, Lind-Ritzville/Sprague/Harrington/Washtucna and Christian Heritage. All games are subject to postponement or cancellation. Friday, Oct. 20 • Davenport football vs. Oroville @ 6 p.m. • Odessa football at Almira-Coulee/Hartline @ 7 p.m. • Reardan football at Liberty @ 7 p.m. • LRS football vs. Lake Roosevelt @ 7 p.m. • Christian Heritage volleyball vs. The Oaks @ 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 23 • Reardan soccer at St. George’s @ 4 p.m. • Christian H...
