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1 years ago Fire destroyed the Tuttle home in Edwall. The fire started in the back part of the house. Mr. Tuttle was overcome by smoke and had to be taken out through a window. Heck of a way for him to observe his 77th birthday. Petitions for naturalization were filed by Jacob Zeiler and George Eckhardt of Odessa. Both men are from Russia. Both men had 2 witnesses. 75 years ago Duck Lake Creek started running into Crab Creek last week. About a foot of water filled the...
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 (LCSO) does not release names of individuals who report possible criminal or suspicious activities to dispatchers or alleged victims for this column. DISPATCH LOG Feb. 9 Traffic Stops: 3 6:17 a.m. – A caller reported a pickup driving erratically on Highway 2 East bound just west of Davenport. 10:59 a.m. ...
Lincoln County Noxious Weed Control Field Tech Position The Lincoln County Noxious Weed Control Board has two full-time seasonal positions for a Field Technician, beginning April 21st and ending in September, with room for advancement. On-the-job training provided, as well as a vehicle. This position requires good public relations and the ability to communicate full circle weed control. Must be self-motivated & have good organizational skills. Must have a valid WA State driver’s license. Possession of a Washington State P...
Request for Proposals Lincoln County Emergency Management Department Lincoln County, Washington RFP Due March 7, 2025 to the: Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office 404 Sinclair St/PO Box 367 Davenport, WA 99122 ATTN: Gabe Gants, Sheriff/EM Director Phone: 509-725-9264 Email: ggants@co.lincoln.wa.us Submittal Form: Submit three copies of the proposal. Scope: The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office seeks Requests for Proposals from qualified consultants to update their current Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan that meets all requirements und...
STATE OF WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR SEASONAL CHANGE/TRANSFER OF WATER RIGHT UNDER ONE (1) GROUND WATER CERTIFICATE TAKE NOTICE: That Marlin Hutterian Brethren of Marlin, WA, on January 31, 2025, has made application for SEASONAL change/transfer of water right in order to add a point of withdrawal and change a portion of the place of use as granted under Ground Water Certificate No. G3-01118 with change ROE dated April 20, 2022. That Ground Water Certificate No. G3-01118 with change ROE dated...
CITY OF HARRINGTON NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR UTILITY RATE ADJUSTMENT On March 12, 2025 at or about 7:00PM, the Harrington City Council will hold a public hearing at Harrington City Hall at 1 N 3rd Street. The hearing will be to present and discuss garbage and water rate adjustments. Citizens are encouraged to attend the hearing or submit written questions or concerns regarding this matter Cassandra Nixon Clerk Treasurer Published February 20, 27 and March 6, 13, 2025...
PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR ADAMS COUNTY No. 25-4-00006-01 In the Matter of the Estate of NANCY A. HANSEL, Deceased. The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent that arose before the decedent’s death must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on o...
PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF LINCOLN NO. 25-4-00006-22 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: CHARLES A. DORGAN, Deceased. The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this Estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on...
DFW Revere Hay Lease The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) will be accepting bids for 2025 on an Agricultural Lease containing approximately 115 acres (91 acres irrigated, 24 acres of dryland). The lease is located at Township 18 N Range 39 E W.M. Sections 3, 4, 5 within the Revere Wildlife Area (30 minutes south of Sprague, WA). All bids must be received by WDFW no later than 12:00 p.m., March 3, 2025. Bid opening will be held at the Swanson Lakes Wildlife Area 17602 Seven Springs Dairy Rd E, Creston, WA,...
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is Hereby Given that the Lincoln County Board of Commissioners set Monday, the 3rd day of March 2025, at 11:15 a.m. as the time and place for a public hearing to consider the adoption of updated fees for public health services and permits. The hearing will be held in the Commissioners’ Chambers on the lower level at the Lincoln County Courthouse, 450 Logan Street, Davenport, Washington. Additional information may be obtained from Ed Dzedzy, Director of the Lincoln County Health Department, 5...
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is Hereby Given that the Lincoln County Board of Commissioners set Monday, the 3rd day of March 2025, at 11:00 a.m. as the time and place for a public hearing to consider the adoption of an Ordinance relating to the installation, repair and maintenance of onsite sewage disposal systems and establishing enforcement provisions for violations of said ordinance. The hearing will be held in the Commissioners’ Chambers on the lower level at the Lincoln County Courthouse, 450 Logan Street, D...
PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR LINCOLN COUNTY No. 25-4-00007-22 In the Matter of the Estate of GARY PETERSON, Deceased The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent that arose before the decedent’s death must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or m...
Summons Served by Publication Superior Court of Washington, County of Lincoln No. 24-3-01228-22 In re: Petitioner/s (person/s who started this case): RITA CHERELLE HILLIARD And Respondent/s (other party/parties): DENNIS URBAN WITHERSPOON (SMPB) Summons Served by Publication To (other party’s name/s): DENNIS URBAN WITHERSPOON I have started a court case by filing a petition. The name of the Petition is: IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF: RITA CHERELLE HILLIARD VS. DENNIS WITHERSPOON You must respond in writing if you want the court to con...
ALMIRA - Another man charged in the Almira burglary case appeared in Lincoln County Superior Court for his readiness hearing in preparation for his upcoming trial. Recardo Rocha, 32, appeared in Lincoln County Superior Court on Tuesday, Feb. 18, for a readiness hearing on multiple felony charges stemming from a residential burglary. The defense asked the state to reschedule the trial date and readiness hearing previously set in court and moved to have the trial set for April 1...
DAVENPORT - Lincoln County commissioners approved the establishment of Klein Road No. 2280 and Sage Road during their regular meeting Tuesday, Feb. 18. A public hearing for Klein Road opened at 10:40 a.m. Commissioners voted to waive the reading of the full affidavit. Klein Road, which currently exists in Adams County and crosses the border into Lincoln County, will be the larger of two roads connecting intersecting properties. It was classified as a primitive road. No...
REARDAN - A local man accused of threatening to kill his family and attempting arson is seeking a mental health evaluation to determine his competency to stand trial. Nicholas Gene Finch, 39, appeared in Lincoln County Superior Court on Tuesday, February 18, where attorneys indicated they would file a proposed order for a 10.77 assessment. The evaluation, required under Washington law, determines whether a defendant is mentally competent to proceed with trial. Finch's trial...
Families, friends, neighbors and local competitors gathered over the weekend to watch and cheer for their teams as the annual Youth Basketball Tournament brought schools from all over to compete for championship titles. Schools from Davenport, Harrington, Odessa, Reardan, Wilbur-Creston, and outside-of-county schools worked their way up to the finale....
HARRINGTON - The Harrington City Council held a public hearing on Wednesday, February 12, to discuss potential water system upgrades, code enforcement, and other city matters. The hearing opened at 7:03 p.m. Discussions centered on securing a loan to replace Well #1, which is aging and experiencing mechanical issues. The city had previously been offered a $1.2 million loan, with 15% of it forgivable as a grant. The loan, at an interest rate of 1.08%, would amount to...
DAVENPORT — The Davenport City Council met on Tuesday, February 12, 2025, to address key issues affecting the community, including code enforcement concerns, tourism funding, and plans for a potential airport fuel tank. The meeting opened at 7:00 p.m. with all council members present. During the meeting, several community members voiced concerns about the city’s appearance, particularly regarding junk vehicles and unkempt yards. Carolyn Olson requested the council take action against these issues, especially along Was...
A foundational element in our Democratic Republic is the idea that everyone has a voice. The voters of a particular area or legislative district elect a person to represent their collective values, principles and priorities. Do voters agree with every decision or vote their elected officials make? Impossible. But through our election process voters choose someone to propose bills and amendments, vote for and against legislation, and advocate for or against other proposals...
In his first month as President, Donald Trump has shaken our federal government to the core. Many argue that his “meat ax” approach to cutting government waste, abuse and spending is as harmful to our country as the current “runaway “spending and borrowing. Regardless, America needs a strong wakeup call. The question is where to go from here. Is there a better way? In short, we need good comprehensive audits of current programs to determine how and where our tax dollars...
Before we get into anything else, I must formally apologize to the county. Two weeks ago, I foolishly wrote about how we hadn’t really seen much snow. The universe responded swiftly and mercilessly, dumping a fresh layer on us and dropping the temperature to a level best described as “why do I live like this?” I have learned my lesson. I will never again tempt fate by commenting on the weather. Now, while I was being humbled by the snow, I was also humbled in another way—b...
Despite a delay in fresh produce delivery, Shara Laird of Spokane, Gretchen Neal of Edwall, and Jennifer Gilson-Smith of Spokane Valley traveled to Davenport on Thursday, Feb. 13, to assist residents with public assistance sign-ups. The group will return in April with the fresh produce truck. They will stop in Davenport first on April 10 and Sprague on April 16....
REARDAN - A local man, longtime pastor, and community volunteer has been named Spokane Volunteer Chaplain of the Year. Pat Hogan, 73, has served as a chaplain for over 15 years in Tacoma before continuing his work in Reardan. He is part of a rotation of 20 to 23 volunteer chaplains who provide support 24/7. "Chaplains are called to emergency scenes to help the families with whatever they need, which often includes helping with funeral arrangements or notifying other family...
HARRINGTON — The Harrington PTA will host its annual Father-Daughter Dance, “Boots & Beauties,” on Saturday, February 22, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Harrington Memorial Hall. Attendees are encouraged to bring a father, grandfather, uncle, brother, or other special guest. The event will include a pulled pork dinner, a photo booth with props, and professional pictures, all included with the ticket purchase....
