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SPRAGE - A large crowd, fast-paced bidding and an emotional award presentation highlighted the Sprague Chamber of Commerce Auction and Dinner on Monday, Jan. 19. The annual fundraiser raised $4,438 to support Chamber efforts and local initiatives. Attendance was high enough that organizers ran out of several dinner items during the meal service. Chamber President Tim Wilken said the turnout was the best the organization has seen in years. The event was held in the Sprague...
DAVENPORT - A Wilbur man facing multiple felony charges pleaded not guilty Tuesday, Jan. 20, in Lincoln County Superior Court, where a judge ordered him to remain restrained and denied a request to lower his bond, citing public safety and flight risk. John Michael Beeler, 52, is charged with attempting to elude a police vehicle, first-degree malicious mischief, violation of a protection order and third-degree assault. Attorney Grant Riva represents him, following the...
ODESSA — A woman wanted in the drug overdose death of a Ritzville man has been located and taken into custody in southern Lincoln County. According to the Adams County Sheriff’s Office, Brittney Marie Jones, 35, was apprehended after Odessa police followed up on community tips that led authorities to a specific residence. Adams County Sheriff’s Office Cpl. Cale Yount, the lead investigator in the case, said detectives had established probable cause for Jones’ arrest prior to her apprehension. Yount said a citizen tip receive...
DAVENPORT — Lincoln County will close government offices, including the courthouse, on Monday, Jan. 19, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Federal, state and local offices, banks, public schools, and the U.S. Postal Service will be closed. UPS will not operate, while FedEx will offer limited services. Stock markets, including the NYSE and Nasdaq, will also be closed. Most grocery stores, major retailers, restaurants, and pharmacies will remain open. In addition, the Record-Times will maintain its regular business h...
DAVENPORT - A felony trial involving allegations of sexual exploitation of a minor has been pushed back just weeks before it was set to begin, after the defense requested additional time to conduct interviews. James Boss, 57, appeared for a readiness hearing during a Tuesday, Jan. 13, Superior Court hearing, where the defense asked to delay the trial, citing the need for additional interviews. The deputy prosecuting attorney, Bruce Cox, did not object. Superior Court Judge...
DAVENPORT — A Spokane man accused of driving under the influence in Lincoln County appeared in Superior Court this week as attorneys signaled the case may soon be resolved without a trial. “Judge, we have done some extensive work on this case and we have reached an agreement,” public defender Dave Hearrean told the court. Hearrean asked that the trial dates be stricken and the matter continued one week to allow for a change-of-plea hearing. Lincoln County Superior Court Judge Adam Walser granted the request, setting the h...
DAVENPORT — Updated court proceedings this week set a February trial date for two Davenport brothers charged in connection with an alleged assault involving a juvenile at their 12th Street residence. Michael Jake Gatewood, 43, and Christopher Ray Gatewood, 45, both of Davenport, appeared in Lincoln County Superior Court on Tuesday, Jan. 13, where attorneys confirmed they are prepared to proceed to trial on Tuesday, Feb. 4. Public defender Victoria Iverson told the court the trial is expected to last up to three days, t...
Vehicular assault trial delayed again DAVENPORT — A Lincoln County vehicular assault case was continued in Superior Court, with a February trial date vacated and rescheduled for later this spring. Dean Robert Swanson, 64, of Lincoln, appeared before Superior Court Judge Adam Walser, who reset the trial from Tuesday, Feb. 4, to Tuesday, March 25. Swanson faces two counts of vehicular assault stemming from a May 3, 2024, head-on collision on State Route 2 in Lincoln County. According to court records, Swanson was allegedly d...
This past weekend with the National Guard did not involve firing ranges, roaring engines, or anything even remotely resembling a tank. No camouflage-face-paint, no action-movie moments, no "tell me about your drill weekend" stories that would impress anyone at a bar. Instead, I voluntarily spent a full eight hours learning how to stand still. I signed up for Honor Guard training, which, if you don't know, is the unit responsible for military funerals. The ones who show up...
DAVENPORT - Lincoln County commissioners met Monday, Jan. 5, discussing bridge projects, road vacations and local shooting ranges. County Engineer James Wege said he contacted Road Operations Manager Dave Sanford to see if the commissioners could inspect a property Thursday. Any road vacation requests will be discussed at the next meeting. Consultants working on county bridges are close to completing assessments, Wege said, but all three bridges must be addressed this year....
DAVENPORT - As 2025 came to a close, the Lincoln County Record-Times looked back on a year that kept the county buzzing and has finished compiling a two-part review of what was deemed newsworthy. Schools, government offices and councils saw retirements and fresh faces, and countless other events shaped life across the region. JULY The Harrington School District shifted to a four-day school week this fall, the board announced Monday, June 30. Newly sworn-in Superintendent...
ODESSA - The Odessa Fire Department has set 2026 goals for equipment upgrades and training improvements following a grant award that allowed the department to purchase new life-saving tools. Last year, the department received a $37,150 grant from the Gary Sinise Foundation to acquire an air compressor for filling Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) used by firefighters. "We applied for it back in March and were notified around the Fourth of July," said Fire Chief Brian...
DAVENPORT - A local man entered not guilty pleas to multiple felony charges, including indecent liberties and second-degree rape, both alleging forcible compulsion, sexual misconduct with a minor second-degree, and child molestation, third-degree in Lincoln County Superior Court Tuesday. Michael Finch, 64, of Davenport, was arraigned in Lincoln County Superior Court on Tuesday, Jan. 7, and entered not guilty pleas to all charges. He is represented by attorney Beavan Maxey....
DAVENPORT - Updated court proceedings in Lincoln County Superior Court on Tuesday, Jan. 6, resulted in a pause of the case pending further evaluation. An Odessa man accused of pointing a gun at three people during an October 2025 dispute maintained his not guilty plea to three counts of second-degree assault. Michael Frederick, 68, faces a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison and a $20,000 fine for each count, in addition to restitution, court costs and assessments. During a...
SPRAGUE — A non-injury collision involving two semi-trucks partially blocked traffic early Thursday morning on Interstate 90 east of Sprague, according to the Washington State Patrol. The collision occurred at 3:44 a.m. near milepost 249, about four miles east of Sprague. Trooper C. Pierce was at the scene of the crash, which involved two commercial vehicles and resulted in no reported injuries. WSP reported that Lane 1 was blocked following the collision, while vehicles were able to pass through Lane 2. A detour was in p...
DAVENPORT — A man facing multiple felony charges stemming from separate incidents appeared in Lincoln County Superior Court for a readiness hearing, where a judge granted one final continuance while making clear the case will proceed to trial if no resolution is reached. Kevin Raymond Duclos, 37, of Coulee Dam, faces two separate second-degree assault charges arising from different incidents. One count includes a domestic violence allegation, while the other alleges substantial bodily harm involving a juvenile. Duclos m...
Sure, Lincoln County may not lack events from spring through fall, but once winter rolls in, the cheer and excitement seem to hibernate alongside the local squirrels. So this year, your intrepid editor packed up Winnie the Wiener Dog and her Air Force friend for a chilly, thrilling New Year's Eve adventure in Leavenworth. Our first day in town offered a curious spectacle: Leavenworth without snow. Children slid down barely frosted grassy hills on sleds, squealing with a mix...
SPRAGUE — The Sprague Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for its annual auction and dinner, one of the town’s biggest events, set for Monday, Jan. 19. The evening will feature both a live and silent auction, with dinner provided by the Sprague and Lamont PTO, available by donation. Attendees will also learn the winner of the Citizen of the Year award. The event begins at 6 p.m. at the Sprague School Cafeteria, 512 South F Street. “This auction has historically been used to support the Chamber’s Community Hall and other c...
HARRINGTON - The Harrington Chamber of Commerce convened Wednesday, Dec. 7, for its first official meeting of the 2026 year, setting priorities for the months ahead and addressing routine business and upcoming community issues. The meeting opened with a standard call to order and approval of previous meeting minutes. Members discussed the Columbia Basin Herald Guide, including potential advertising opportunities for the chamber. Also on the agenda was the chamber's storage...
DAVENPORT - As 2025 came to a close, the Lincoln County Record-Times looked back on a year that kept the county buzzing and compiled a two-part review of what was deemed newsworthy. Schools, government offices and councils saw retirements and fresh faces, and countless other events shaped life across the region. Inside, you'll also find a remembrance of those whose obituaries were published in the Record-Times during 2025. JANUARY Two Lincoln County commissioners, Scott...
DAVENPORT - Davenport officials swore in Mayor Brad Sweet and four City Council members ahead of the new year, with Sweet officially taking over as mayor as Jonathan Chapman departs the position. Sweet was sworn in Wednesday, Dec. 24, ahead of a planned absence later this week, city officials said. Four council members - Chris Stein, Patrick Katz, Mike Strite and Lance Strite, were sworn in at 11 a.m. Tuesday, December 30. Council member Cory Hollis was out of town and will...
DAVENPORT — The holiday season brought a shift in schedules across Lincoln County, with all government offices, including the Lincoln County Courthouse and the Record-Times, adjusting operations due to Christmas last week and New Year’s Day landing this week on Thursday, Jan. 1. As a result, the Record-Times moved up press deadlines to make sure readers stayed up to date while staff enjoyed some well-earned time off. Students in Davenport, Odessa, Harrington, Reardan-Edwall and at Christian Heritage are also enjoying a bre...
DAVENPORT — An Odessa man was arraigned Friday in Lincoln County Superior Court on charges of assault and property damage. Jacob Michael Bergstrom, 34, of Odessa, faces second-degree assault by strangulation and second-degree malicious mischief causing damage exceeding $750, according to court records. Bergstrom pleaded not guilty. He is scheduled to return to court for a readiness hearing on Jan. 27, 2026, at 10:30 a.m., with a jury trial set for Feb. 18 at 9 a.m. Court documents show he was appointed public defender Dave H...
Christmas this year came with a co-pilot, four very short legs, and absolutely no concept of moderation. Winnie, my mini dachshund, traveled out of county with me and fully committed to the holiday spirit. While I packed the usual human essentials, Winnie arrived with one goal in mind: celebrate everything. Every room. Every snack. Every person who made the mistake of sitting down. Winnie is firmly convinced that Christmas is her season, and honestly, she makes a compelling...
Last week, I made what I thought was an innocent, wholesome decision: I took my dog, Winnie, to get her Christmas photo taken with Santa at the local doggy day-care center. I imagined a tasteful holiday keepsake. Maybe a gentle paw on Santa's knee. A framed photo I could send to relatives to prove I'm a functional adult with festive priorities. Instead, Winnie treated Santa like an obstacle course. The moment she was placed on his lap, she clawed at his beard like it owed her...
