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DAVENPORT - The sturgeon fishing season on Lake Roosevelt will open Sept. 16 and run through Nov. 30. According to the state Department of Fish and Wildlife, Lake Roosevelt, from Grand Coulee Dam to the Canadian border, offers fishermen a chance to target white sturgeon in one of the region's premier fisheries. "The bulk of the sturgeon population occurs in the northern third of the lake from around Gifford upstream," state District No. 1 fish biologist Bill Baker said. To...
ODESSA - The local high school's volleyball program is entering a new chapter with Alli Schroeder as its first-year head coach. With a focus on fundamentals, mental toughness, and team unity, Schroeder is rebuilding the program and generating excitement among players and parents alike. Schroeder, a Wilbur native, brings a wealth of experience to the role. A former league MVP at Wilbur High School and an All-GSL selection at Gonzaga Preparatory School, she played college volley...
REARDAN - The Reardan Little League program celebrated a successful season in the West Plains Little League, with the Majors softball team clinching the league championship and the Majors baseball team securing second place in the league tournament. The Majors softball team, coached by Tom Bocook, finished the season undefeated and won the West Plains Little League title. Six players from the team - Camden Webber, Amber Cobb, Madilynn Bocook, and three others - earned spots...
DAVENPORT —Lincoln NFL Flag Football has opened registration for its upcoming season, inviting boys and girls ages 5 to 12 across Lincoln County to participate. The non-contact program, serving Davenport, Reardan, Ritzville, Harrington, Odessa, and Wilbur, fosters football fundamentals, sportsmanship, teamwork, and community engagement in an inclusive environment. “This is our third year as league and town coordinators. We both have kids who play, so when we were presented with the opportunity to become coordinators, we sai...
REARDAN — The local high school cheerleading team has transformed from a sideline group to a competitive athletic program, earning multiple awards at a recent summer camp and drawing college recruitment interest, according to coach Ashley Martin. “There was something about Reardan,” Martin said. “I saw the potential to take a rural team and build a competitive program from the ground up. That goal is becoming reality, thanks to the incredible work ethic and talent of these athletes.” The varsity squad, part of the Washingto...
DAVENPORT — The Spokane Indians will host a Davenport School District Fireworks Night on Friday, Aug. 16, at Avista Stadium. Gates open at 5:30 p.m., with the first pitch at 6:35 p.m. The Northwest League game features the Spokane Indians against the Vancouver Canadians, followed by a fireworks display. Avista Stadium is located at 602 N. Havana St., Spokane. Fans are advised to arrive early for pre-game activities and parking, available for free in the stadium lot. Tickets are available at spokaneindians.com or the Avista S...
SAVANNAH, Ga. - A Davenport High School junior placed fifth in the nation in the 4x100 mixed relay at the 2025 USATF National Junior Olympic Championships at Ted Wright Stadium. Representing Spokane Speed Academy, David Coriell, 16, said the atmosphere was electric, describing the intensity of lining up on the track surrounded by some of the nation's fastest young athletes. "There was a lot of speed there," he said. "Many people were competing for the national title, and it...
REARDAN - A Reardan High School graduate's skill and determination in bull riding have earned him a statewide award. Justice "JC" Merriott, 19, was named Washington's Cinch Outstanding Athlete by the Washington State High School Rodeo Association. The award recognizes his standout performances and grit in the demanding sport of bull riding. "It means a lot to me," Merriott said. "It makes me happy to see people look up to me, making a difference for the younger generation and...
REARDAN — The Reardan-Edwall School District will hold its Back-to-School Night and Mandatory Athletics Night on Tuesday, Aug. 19 at Reardan High School, 215 East Spokane Avenue. The elementary Back-to-School Night for pre-kindergarten through sixth-grade students begins at 5 p.m. Families can meet teachers, tour informational booths, and enjoy free pizza. The event also introduces the new principal, Sarah Dinkins. The Mandatory Athletics Night starts at 5 p.m. with a student-athlete presentation, followed by a parent present...
DAVENPORT- A local teen recently earned one of the highest honors in Washington's high school rodeo community. Elly Bageant, a 16-year-old at Davenport High School's Virtual Academy, was crowned Miss High School Rodeo Washington 2024-25 during Memorial Day week 2024, serving in the prestigious role until Memorial Day 2025. The title marked a significant chapter in her journey with the Washington State High School Rodeo Association, where she had been an active member since six...
DAVENPORT - The annual Kids Fishing Derby at Cottonwood Creek drew 127 registered children, along with an estimated 10 additional young anglers, on Friday, July 18, according to coordinator Bob Guhlke. Hosted by the Davenport Lions Club, the derby offered children the chance to fish for trout, some of which were tagged for a chance to win new fishing poles. This year, the event focused on participation and fun rather than recording fish sizes or weights, a change from...
REARDAN - Tenice Waters, a 16-year-old junior at Reardan High School, has garnered attention from Division I basketball programs at Idaho State University, Utah, and UC Santa Barbara. The Wellpinit native and member of the Colville Tribes has not yet committed but is weighing her options after a standout spring and summer on the AAU circuit and at the Nike Tournament of Champions in Chicago. "I cried on the phone," she said. "Everything I dreamed of and worked for started to...
REARDAN - At 25, Mason Payne is carving a path as a rising star in professional rodeo, representing Reardan, Washington, with grit and ambition. A three-time Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association Columbia River Circuit finals qualifier, Payne currently ranks fourth in the Northwest Professional Rodeo Association and eighth in the Columbia River Circuit. This year, he has placed first through fourth in multiple rodeos, including events in Colville, Tonasket, and Yakima; Grange...
DAVENPORT - The Davenport High School volleyball team competed in the Pacific Northwest Summer Volleyball Classic in Centralia, Wash., from Friday, July 11 to Sunday, July 13. The team, composed of nine players - four returning varsity, four returning junior varsity, and one incoming freshman - faced tough competition and emerged victorious in the Division 1 Silver bracket. The tournament marked the first time this newly formed squad played together, with no prior joint practi...
DAVENPORT - The Davenport City Council adopted a resolution for the Lincoln County Comprehensive Solid and Hazardous Waste Management Plan for 2024-2029 during its regular meeting Wednesday, July 9. The council approved Resolution 2025-10, which adopts the plan developed by Lincoln County in collaboration with the cities of Davenport, Harrington, and Sprague, and the towns of Almira, Creston, Odessa, Reardan, and Wilbur, per RCW Chapter 70A.205. The plan outlines guidelines...
DAVENPORT - The Lincoln County Fairgrounds has opened its gates to provide shelter for livestock, pets and residents displaced this week by wildfires. Horse stalls, pens, and space for dogs, cats, chickens and other animals is available, as well as RV and tent camping for evacuees seeking refuge. Lincoln county Fair and Rodeo Secretary Dawn Canfield is leading the assistance effort. "We're just going to take it day-by-day," Canfield said Wednesday. "Our goal is to ensure every...
DAVENPORT — The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners convened Monday, July 7, in the Commissioners’ Chambers to discuss infrastructure such as construction contracts, broadband initiatives, and local governance. Commissioners Scott Hutsell (District 2), Chair Jo Gilchrist, and Rob Coffman (District 3) were present. The board approved construction contracts with Legacy Telecom, doing business as Legacy Power, for the Reardan Colocation Facility (PBC22-96104-004, broadband) and with Zero dB Communications for networks in Rea...
DAVENPORT — Six Davenport High School varsity cheerleaders attended Camp 395 from June 26-29, a three-day intensive training hosted by Lilac City Cheer Academy at Jenkins Senior/Junior High School in Chewelah. The camp marked the first summer cheer camp for Davenport High School since before the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted such events. The team, the smallest among six schools in attendance, embraced a rigorous schedule, spending 12-hour days in the gym honing their skills. They resided in classrooms during the camp, f...
DAVENPORT — The Davenport Lions Club Kids Fishing Derby, a cherished tradition in Lincoln County, is set for Friday, July 18, from 7 a.m. to noon at Cottonwood Creek, coinciding with the city’s annual Pioneer Days celebration. The event, which draws families from across the region, offers children a chance to fish for stocked trout in a community-focused atmosphere, fostering memories and outdoor skills. Bob Guhlke, a 79-year-old lifelong Davenport resident and dedicated Lions Club member, founded the derby 16 years ago aft...
GRAND COULEE — The Grand Coulee Dam Area Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Festival of America on July 4-5, featuring a spectacular fireworks display launched from the top of Grand Coulee Dam, following the “One River, Many Voices” laser light show at 10 p.m. on Friday, July 4. A separate professional fireworks show is scheduled for Saturday, July 5 at Two Rivers Resort, across from Fort Spokane in Stevens County, as part of the resort’s annual celebration. The Festival of America, held in the park below the Grand Coul...
DAVENPORT - A 43-year-old man faced arraignment Tuesday, July 1, in Lincoln County Superior Court, charged with one count of felony harassment-threat to kill and one count of attempting to elude a police vehicle. Steven Michael Mawyer, who has active warrants in Virginia, Idaho, and Spokane County, entered a not guilty plea. He is being held on a $100,000 bond and appeared in court in full restraints. Prosecutor Bruce Cox and Judge Adam Walser agreed to maintain the bond,...
DAVENPORT — The Davenport School District No. 207 board held its regular meeting on Monday, June 30, hosting both in-person attendees at the High School Media Center and virtual participants via Zoom. The agenda covered personnel hires, financial approvals, and a proposed community solar power purchase agreement (PPA) with Zero Emissions Northwest (ZEN), presented in collaboration with Partners for Rural Washington (PRWA). The board approved several personnel actions, including hiring Sydney Smith as a transitional k...
DAVENPORT — The Davenport School District has released its sports calendar for July and August, detailing athletic practices, camps, competitive events, and community pickleball sessions to prepare for the 2025-2026 fall season. The schedule includes football, volleyball, and community pickleball activities. This is what local athletes and families can expect for the upcoming summer months: July High school football summer camp kicks off 6–8 p.m., Monday, July 7, through Thursday, July 10, at Davenport High School and foc...
DAVENPORT — Local towns will adhere to Washington state fireworks regulations, ensuring safe celebrations for the Fourth of July, a tradition symbolizing patriotism and freedom since the 1776 adoption of the Declaration of Independence. Davenport, Reardan, Harrington, and Odessa will follow state ordinances, permitting fireworks use without local restrictions if safety guidelines are met. A proposed burn ban starting June 30 will not impact July 4 fireworks. No town-sponsored events are planned. Under Washington’s State Fir...
DAVENPORT - The Davenport Lions Club has distributed more than $22,000 to local community programs and organizations for the 2024-2025 fiscal year, with funds raised through events like Turkey Bingo, calendar sales, aluminum can collection, and the Pioneer Days BBQ, according to a club statement released April 14, 2025. The majority of funds, generated through fundraisers, member dues, and contributions, directly support local civic groups, youth organizations, and community...
