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There are two kinds of weekends: the kind where you sip coffee on the porch and listen to birds chirp, and the kind where a deer body-slams your Jeep before sunrise. I had the second kind. At 4 a.m. Saturday, I was up, bright-eyed, and determined. The plan: take my best furry friend, Winnie the Ween, and enter my first-ever car show in Rockford. I had visions of polished chrome, impressed onlookers, maybe even a ribbon. Instead, God apparently said, You wanted adventure? Buckl...
If you've ever stepped on a gym scale and heard it sigh, you know the feeling. My first weigh-in for this 12-week program was Aug. 4, and I approached it like I did basic training back in 2023-straight-backed, eyes forward and praying it wouldn't yell at me. It all started with a simple question. I asked Barb Badgley-our town's resident fitness superhero and retired bodybuilder-if she knew anyone who could help me get back into shape. Instead of giving me a name, she said,...
The fable says "slow and steady wins the race." That may be true for tortoises, but no one ever tested the theory on an 11-pound wiener dog with stubby legs and an inflated sense of athletic ability. This Labor Day weekend, Winnie - my miniature dachshund - and I found out the hard way. We'd just wrapped our August challenge of running at least a mile a day and walking an average of closer to five. That means we walked and ran more than 150 miles - basically a cross-country...
SPRAGUE — Sprague Days is back this weekend with a full schedule of community events, food, and entertainment for all ages. The celebration runs Saturday, Sept. 13, and Sunday, Sept. 14, featuring a car and bike show, chalk art contest, parade, live music, and other activities for families and visitors. Joy Wilken, Sprague Days committee chair, said the parade begins at 11 a.m., and the popular disc dogs will perform on the grass north of the Viking. “We have a new parade director working to bring in more activities. The car...
DAVENPORT - A Poulsbo man accused of multiple counts of identity theft and forgery appeared in Lincoln County Superior Court on Tuesday, Sept. 9. David Samuel Lord, 50, was arraigned on 12 counts of identity theft in the second degree and one count of second-degree theft. He pled not guilty. Defense attorney Dave Hearrean, who previously represented Lord, was appointed again. "Mr. Lord actually turned himself in a few days ago," Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Bruce Cox said in co...
DAVENPORT - A Fruitland man charged in connection with a camper burglary received a 45-day jail sentence Tuesday, Sept. 9, in Lincoln County Superior Court after reaching a plea deal with prosecutors. Andrew Lee Martin, 44, pleaded guilty to first-degree vehicle prowling, while charges of second-degree theft and malicious mischief were dismissed. His offender score was calculated as one. The state recommended 45 days in jail, with restitution left open for 180 days. "I don't...
CRESTON - A Spokane man accused of stealing a dirt bike and later arranging its return was arraigned in Lincoln County Superior Court on Tuesday, Sept. 9. Harry Lewis Autrey, 44, of Spokane, entered a plea of not guilty to charges including theft of a motor vehicle. Defense attorney Dave Hearrean was appointed to represent him. "Make sure you stay in contact with him," Judge Adam Walser told Autrey in court. Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Bruce Cox noted Autrey's history of...
DAVENPORT - Lightning strikes over the Labor Day weekend sparked multiple fires in the area, including incidents on Sterret Road, Egypt Loop, and Linstrum, officials said. The National Weather Service reported about 20 lightning strikes over the weekend, with the most occurring Sunday, Aug. 31. Craig Sweet, District 5 fire chief, said his department handled three fires in the district while assisting neighboring stations with others. "In my district we had one at Sterret Road...
REARDAN — A local woman was found guilty of residential burglary but cleared of malicious mischief after a jury returned its verdict in her trial this week. Justina Buffington, 40, faced charges stemming from a March 8 incident when deputies discovered her at a vacant home on North East Main Street. Court records state she was taken into custody at about 12:27 a.m. after a deputy noticed a white minivan outside the residence, which had been under routine patrol following previous break-in attempts. The deputy reported the doo...
DAVENPORT - A sweeping water rights review that could reshape ownership and access to Lake Roosevelt is advancing, with state officials briefing Lincoln County commissioners Tuesday, Sept. 2, on plans to move forward with a formal adjudication. Representatives from the Department of Ecology outlined how decades of petitions, tribal claims and legislative directives have pushed the Upper Columbia River region toward what could be one of the largest water rights cases in state...
DAVENPORT - The trial of a local man accused in the death of a 5-month-old boy has been pushed to April 2026 after attorneys said they need more time to gather medical records from experts. Jordan Russell Mills-Jay, 31, is charged with first-degree manslaughter and second-degree murder in the June 21, 2023, death of an infant referred to in court records as "Zander." Visiting Judge Roger Sandberg of Whitman County presided over Tuesday's Sept. 2 readiness hearing in Lincoln...
DAVENPORT - A 20-year-old Cheney man accused of sexually assaulting a woman in Davenport plead not guilty Tuesday, Sept. 2, in Lincoln County Superior Court. Andre Marcel Devous was arraigned on one count of second-degree rape, a Class A felony punishable by up to life in prison and a $50,000 fine. Superior Court Judge Adam Walser presided, with Dave Hearrean appointed as Devous' public defender. Walser denied Devous' request to be released on his own recognizance, citing his...
WILBUR - A local man accused of assaulting his estranged wife was arraigned in Lincoln County Superior Court Thursday, with a trial set for November. Kevin Raymond Duclos, 37, faces one count of second-degree assault with a domestic violence allegation. He entered a not-guilty plea during his arraignment before Superior Court Judge Adam Walser. A no-contact order between Duclos and the victim was signed, restricting him from alcohol or drugs, requiring him to maintain his...
SPRAGUE - A local man's legal case could soon reach a resolution as both sides work on a plea agreement, with potential sentencing looming. David Gene Keener, 69, faces one count of unlawful imprisonment for allegedly confining Amanda "Mandy" Cook, with whom he was in a dating relationship at the time, according to court records. He is represented by public defender Dave Hearrean, and Superior Court Judge Adam Walser is presiding. Keener appeared for a readiness hearing...
DAVENPORT — Lincoln County commissioners are moving forward on major road and broadband projects while approving county spending. Public Works Director reported that the Harrington-Tokio road project and shoulder painting on other county roads have been completed. Work on Duck Lake is largely resurfacing, with about 7,000 cubic yards of cut material. Officials said a borrow source will be needed. The Blends Bridge project is waiting on consultant input. All concrete work for projects is prestressed and precast. Broadband d...
DAVENPORT - The Lincoln County Fair and Rodeo ran Thursday, Aug. 21, through Saturday, Aug. 23, drawing large crowds and showcasing local talent and agriculture. Attendees enjoyed a variety of food vendors, livestock exhibits, and competitions, organizers said. The fruits and vegetables department proved particularly popular, while a rare duck entry caught the attention of fairgoers and judges. The floral department received the Fair Commissioners' Black and White Award for it...
DAVENPORT - A Davenport woman accused of bringing drugs into the Lincoln County Jail was arraigned Tuesday, Aug. 26, in Lincoln County Superior Court. Bobbie Jo Edwards, 49, originally faced one count of possession of a controlled substance with intent to deliver and one count of second-degree introducing contraband. Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Bruce Cox filed a motion to dismiss the felony charges without prejudice, saying the case will instead be handled in District Court....
WILBUR - A Reardan woman returned to Lincoln County Superior Court ahead of her trial next Wednesday to review pretrial information and address inadmissible evidence. Justina Buffington, 40, of Reardan faces charges related to breaking into an unoccupied Wilbur home. The court discussed which statements and evidence would be excluded during the trial. Her attorney, Dave Hearrean, told the court, "I have met with the prosecutor in the case and what the case doesn't want is for...
FORD - A local man accused of cutting trees without permission and possessing stolen firearms was sentenced Tuesday, Aug. 26, in Lincoln County Superior Court. Thomas Holt, 53, of Ford, pleaded guilty after prosecutors amended his charges to two counts of second-degree unlawful possession of a firearm and one count of third-degree theft. He had originally faced three counts of unlawful possession of a firearm, possession of a stolen firearm and third-degree theft. Holt had an...
ALMIRA - The last defendant linked to a January burglary in Almira that involved the theft of multiple firearms, a safe and a Jeep returned to court Aug. 26, where her case was continued as she and her attorney discussed a possible change of plea. Thea Rose Wenz, 27, of Moses Lake, has pleaded not guilty to one count each of residential burglary, second-degree burglary, second-degree theft and second-degree possession of stolen property. The hearing began with Deputy Prosecuti...
SPRAGUE - A Spokane man accused of making threats to shoot residents in Sprague and later attempting to flee from police pleaded guilty Tuesday, Aug. 26, in Lincoln County Superior Court. Steven Michael Mawyer, 43, entered a guilty plea to one count of felony harassment-threats to kill and one count of attempting to elude a police vehicle. His attorney, Victoria Iverson, appeared on his behalf. Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Bruce Cox told the court Mawyer frightened residents...
ODESSA - Food, games and community brought about 200 residents together Tuesday, Aug. 20, for Odessa's National Night Out, a campaign designed to strengthen relationships between law enforcement and the communities they serve. The event, originally scheduled for Tuesday, August 5, was held later this year due to scheduling conflicts. Free hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, watermelon and ice cream were served, with the Odessa Fire Department and family members behind the grill. Odes...
FORD - A local man accused of cutting timber without permission and possessing stolen firearms was returned to Lincoln County Superior Court Tuesday, Aug. 19. Thomas Holt, 54, faces three counts of unlawful possession of a firearm, one count of possession of a stolen firearm, and third-degree theft. His public defender, Dave Hearrean, told the court Holt will return next Tuesday, Aug. 26, to change his plea. Holt was arrested Monday, May 13, after deputies responded to a...
DAVENPORT - A local man facing multiple domestic violence charges appeared in Lincoln County Superior Court on Tuesday, April 19, where his trial was again delayed following a request for a continuance. Christopher Matthew Kilian, 48, and his public defender, Dave Hearrean, told the court Kilian had recently completed nearly three months of treatment and asked for more time before trial. "I was in treatment for almost three months. It was great," Kilian said in court. The...
DAVENPORT — A Davenport man accused of first-degree voyeurism will face a one-day trial Wednesday, Sept. 10, in Lincoln County Superior Court. “Judge, we are ready,” said defense attorney David Hearrean, representing Austin A. Anderson, 24. Honorable Judge Jeffrey S. Barkdull presided over the readiness hearing Tuesday, Aug. 19. Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Ty Albertson told the court the state will present one exhibit and call two witnesses. The exhibit list is due the Friday before trial. Proceedings are scheduled to begin...
