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REARDAN — One person was killed and another injured Friday, Oct. 24, in a head-on crash involving an SUV and a garbage truck about four miles east of town. The driver of the car was killed; the Washington State Patrol has not yet released the driver's name, age or hometown. The truck driver, Porter T. Fulps, 27, of Spokane, was transported to Sacred Heart Medical Center and later released. The crash occurred about 10:27 a.m. on U.S. Highway 2 near milepost 268. The westbound car, a 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe, attempted to pass t...
DAVENPORT — Halloween is just over a week away, and county streets are lined with spooky decorations while local stores are stocked with candy for eager trick-or-treaters. Families and youths across the region can look forward to a week of Halloween events. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will hold its own trunk-or-treat event on Wednesday, October 29, starting at 6 p.m. The Harvest Celebration Church will host a “Trunk or Treat” party for trick-or-treaters on Friday, Oct. 31, from 6 to 8 p.m. The commu...
DAVENPORT — A Davenport man’s assault case will be delayed as he pursues a residential DOSA program. Christopher Matthew Kilian, 48, of Davenport, appeared for a readiness hearing in Lincoln County Superior Court Tuesday, Oct. 21. His trial, originally set for Nov. 19, was continued to allow for a residential DOSA program, his public defender, Dave Hearrean, said. A new readiness hearing is scheduled for Monday, Nov. 25, with trial set for Dec. 17. Kilian waived his right to a speedy trial. “We don't expect it to go to trial...
DAVENPORT — Six people, including three children, were injured Sunday afternoon in a three-vehicle collision on State Route 2 about two miles east of Davenport, according to the Washington State Patrol. Troopers said the crash occurred around 4:04 p.m. when an eastbound 2016 Land Rover driven by Melissa E. Johnson, 41, of Spokane, failed to stop and struck the rear of a 2024 Toyota 4Runner that was stopped in the eastbound lane, waiting to make a left turn. The impact pushed the Toyota into the westbound lane, where it was h...
DAVENPORT - The City of Davenport moved closer to finalizing its 2026 budget Wednesday, October 22, during a workshop and City Council meeting that saw the approval of more than $122,000 in bills and discussion of tax, sewer and water rate adjustments. The council conducted its annual budget hearing, outlining expenditures that include $40,000 for planning and committee development, along with routine allocations for city operations. Officials also reviewed proposed 2026...
DAVENPORT - Lincoln County Commissioners reviewed a range of updates Monday, Oct. 20, including progress on road construction projects, the county's homeless housing plan, and adjustments to financial policies. Public Works officials reported that the Mohler Road project is expected to be completed this week. The department also plans to hold a public transportation hearing on Monday, Nov. 17. Commissioners noted that the county's Homeless Housing Task Force plan is in a...
DAVENPORT — The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office reported to county commissioners Monday, Oct. 20, that traffic policing between July and September 2025 cost $414,106.59. During the quarter, deputies issued 425 verbal warnings, totaling 212.5 hours, and 312 traffic infractions, totaling 234 hours. Criminal citations accounted for 26 incidents and 78 hours of work, while general traffic patrol included 3,328 stops and 3,852.5 hours. Dispatchers logged 2,816 hours during the period, and deputies drove a total of 79,010 mil...
HARRINGTON — The Harrington School District marked a major step toward clean energy with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, Oct. 1, celebrating the completion of its new solar panel installation at Harrington City Park. In partnership with Zero Emissions Northwest (ZEN), Partners for Rural Washington (PRWA) and Washington State University Extension’s Energy Program, the district became the first in Washington to participate in The Giving Grid — a program bringing solar power and cost savings to rural schools. “This...
DAVENPORT — A local man received a 90-month prison sentence Tuesday, Oct. 21, for possession of methamphetamine with intent to deliver, less than six weeks after his release from federal prison. David Randall Priest, 56, changed his plea to guilty in Lincoln County Superior Court. Represented by public defender Dave Hearrean, Priest said he had discussed going to trial but ultimately agreed to the plea. “I have a lot to figure out. Why do I continue to return to drugs? I want to help people coming out of prison rather tha...
DAVENPORT — Two local brothers are facing identical second-degree assault charges following an incident at their 12th Street residence last month. Michael Jake Gatewood, 43, and Christopher Ray Gatewood, 45, both of Davenport, appeared in Lincoln County Superior Court Tuesday, Oct. 21. Each entered a not-guilty plea. According to court records, on Sept. 28, police responded after Crystal L. Cantu reported that her 13-year-old son had been assaulted by his father and uncle at the Gatewoods’ home. Records state that the boy...
Well, folks, I did it. I finally took a vacation day. Singular. One day. And I used it to go visit my family on the west side - my brother, sister-in-law, nephew, stepdad and mom. You know, the usual suspects. It wasn't too wild of a trip: stop in Lacey - check. Stop in Tacoma - check. Fresh seafood - check, check, check. I'm sorry, but when you've spent enough time eating "crab" that's actually just dyed perch, you develop a moral obligation to find the real thing. But this...
REARDAN — A Spokane man’s rape trial was delayed after his defense cited DNA lab issues. William Zackary Carroll, 33, appeared in Lincoln County Superior Court Tuesday, Oct. 21, for a readiness hearing. His public defender, Dave Hearrean, requested a one-week continuance, citing slow lab processing, while the trial remains scheduled for Nov. 19. The readiness hearing was continued to Tuesday, Oct. 28. Both Hearrean and Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Bruce Cox said they expect the trial to last at most two days. Carroll is acc...
DAVENPORT — Two Lincoln County assault cases are set for trial in early 2026 after defense attorneys requested continuances. Kevin Raymond Duclos, 37, faces second-degree assault with a domestic violence allegation. His public defender, Dave Hearrean, asked to move the trial to late January, citing the case has never been continued. The trial is scheduled for Jan. 28, with a readiness hearing on Jan. 6. Dean Robert Swanson, 64, of Lincoln, faces vehicular assault while under the influence. Hearrean requested a continuance t...
ODESSA - The Odessa Historical Society is moving forward with plans to rebuild the town's original schoolhouse, marking a major milestone last week as crews poured the foundation - an effort estimated to cost about $30,000. The project, expected to total roughly $150,000, aims to recreate the one-room wooden schoolhouse built in 1899 that once stood on the site of the current grade school. The rebuild will honor the town's educational roots and preserve a key piece of its earl...
DAVENPORT — Lincoln County voters will start receiving their ballots this week for the November 4 election, which includes races for city councils, mayors, commissioners, and board members. Ballots went out in the mail Wednesday, Oct. 15. A second batch of roughly 60 ballots is expected Thursday, Oct. 16. “It’s a fluid number,” said Norm Caley, Lincoln County elections manager. Overall, 8,677 ballots are being mailed throughout the county. Ballots can be returned by mail or dropped off at three official locations: the Lincoln...
Odessa had two special visitors this week - Madison Wade, reporter for King 5's Unsolved Northwest, and Joseph Huerta, an Emmy Award-winning photojournalist who somehow managed to make our small-town office look cinematic. Now, I went to school to be behind the camera, not in front of one. But apparently, the universe decided it was time for me to face my greatest fear - being on television. I always figured if I were on TV, it would be for something like winning a Jet Ski...
WILBUR — A Reardan mother who pleaded for more time to pursue mental health treatment was sentenced to 38 months in prison Friday after a Lincoln County Superior Court judge determined community safety outweighed further delay. Justina Buffington, 40, asked Judge Adam Walser for leniency after her attorney, public defender Dave Hearrean, requested additional time for the Department of Corrections to complete a psychiatric evaluation scheduled for Thursday, November 14. "My c...
DAVENPORT - Davenport City Council members opened a public hearing Monday, Oct. 7, to review the city's proposed 2026 budget, highlighting preliminary revenue forecasts, utility rate adjustments and the regular property tax levy. The hearing, which began at 7:15 p.m., was closed 11 minutes later after council members reviewed the draft and discussed next steps. According to the city's proposed revenue forecast, updated Sept. 3, property tax collections are expected to...
GRAND COULEE - A Grand Coulee man arraigned Tuesday in Lincoln County Superior Court is accused of using his brother's identity during a traffic stop earlier this year. Joshua James Martin, 41, pleaded not guilty to one count of second-degree identity theft, a felony punishable by up to five years in prison and a $10,000 fine. He was assigned a court-appointed public defender, Dave Hearrean. "I strongly encourage you to maintain regular contact with Mr. Hearrean," Judge Adam...
DAVENPORT — As cooler temperatures arrive and the National Weather Service predicts a wetter fall, some burn bans across Lincoln County are being lifted. The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office said Districts 1 in Sprague and 5 in Davenport are no longer under burn restrictions. In addition, National Park Service lands have lifted all fire restrictions. Burn bans are placed and lifted by fire commissioners in each district. By press time, several districts remained under restriction: District 3 in Odessa (as of June 13), Dis...
DAVENPORT — A Chewelah woman’s attempt to restore her firearm rights returned to Lincoln County Superior Court Tuesday, Oct. 7, after years of legal back-and-forth over prior convictions. Dawn Rina Kortness, 52, faces issues stemming from a 2005 escape conviction. She filed a petition in 2021 with Stevens County Superior Court to restore her firearm rights, which was granted, allowing her to receive a Washington State Concealed Pistol License. Lincoln County Prosecuting Attorney Ty Albertson said, “The basis is that it is a...
ODESSA — Local public works crews are busy preparing roads for the potato harvest while keeping ongoing projects on schedule, officials said, an update discussed at the most recent Lincoln County commissioners meeting. In Sprague, crews are primarily focused on the Mohler Project, with backfilling of pipes scheduled to begin Monday, Oct. 6. Harrington crews worked on Mill Canyon last week and are now on Bald Ridge. Wilbur crews are believed to be conducting similar maintenance, officials said. Public Works Director David Orvi...
DAVENPORT — Trial dates have shifted for a 20-year-old Cheney man accused of sexually assaulting a teenager in Davenport. Superior Court Judge Adam Walser received a waiver for a speedy trial, setting the trial for Dec. 3 with a readiness hearing on Nov. 4. Devous is scheduled to appear in court again Nov. 4. Andre Marcel Devous pleaded not guilty Tuesday, Sept. 2, to one count of second-degree rape, a Class A felony punishable by up to life in prison and a $50,000 fine. Court records show deputies were dispatched Monday, A...
REARDAN - Laughter, cheers and a little healthy competition filled the gym on Wednesday, Oct. 1, as students and teachers squared off during a PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) assembly class challenge. The teachers' team pulled ahead of fifth- and sixth-grade classes, showing that school spirit knows no age. The middle school and high school band, along with the cheerleaders, helped lead the crowd with music and energy. The assembly also recognized...
Ahhh, October — the month when the air smells faintly of cinnamon and chaos, and the world collectively agrees that it’s finally time to start pretending our front porches are haunted. It’s my favorite month of the year and the glorious start of a new season — arguably the best season (sorry, summer). Halloween has always had my heart. Maybe it’s the spooky atmosphere, maybe it’s my lifelong love of horror movies — the classics, the campy ones, the meta ones like Scream — or maybe it’s just my inner child thriving on excus...
