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DISPATCH LOG DAVENPORT — The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following calls for service from July 13-19: July 13 Traffic stops: 12 7:38 a.m. — Medical call, semi driver dizzy at I-90 westbound on-ramp. 9:33 a.m. — Malicious mischief, vehicle drove through wheat field near Davenport; suspect admitted. 11:55 a.m. — Welfare check on Southeast Trinity in Wilbur. July 14 Traffic stops: 9 11:37 a.m. — Trespassing on Northwest Anderson Street in Creston; subject trespassed. 12:51 p.m. — Mental info, 17-year-old m...
DAVENPORT - Two local men have been charged with criminal trespass and malicious mischief after driving vehicles through wheat fields and damaging crops. Christopher C. Roberge, 49, and Tyler M. Fraser, 24, both of Davenport, face charges in two separate cases. A third incident involving ATV tracks in standing wheat north of the city remains under investigation, the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office reported. In the first case, Roberge is accused of driving a Subaru through a...
DAVENPORT - Area water system representatives gathered Thursday, July 16, at Memorial Hall to share challenges with declining groundwater and aging infrastructure. The Lincoln County Water Purveyor Listening Session, organized by the Columbia Basin Sustainable Water Coalition, drew elected officials, public works employees and water system operators from Reardan, Harrington, Creston and other towns. The session is one in a series to discuss regional planning and funding...
Washington state boasts one of the strongest credit profiles in the nation, but the warning lights are flashing. Moody’s recently affirmed the state’s AAA rating while slapping it with a negative outlook indicating the organizations lack of faith in the Olympia leadership to right the ship. Fitch rates the state AA+ ( a good but lower rating) with a negative outlook. S&P holds it at AA+ with a stable outlook. In plain English — the golden AAA status that has kept Washington’s...
DAVENPORT - A woman who left a court-ordered treatment program early and failed to return was sentenced to four months in jail Tuesday, July 21. Courtney Mae Currera, 35, of Carroll, Iowa, was sentenced after changing her plea to guilty on the amended Class C felony charge, Lincoln County Superior Court Records show. Prosecuting Attorney Ty Albertson and public defender David Hearrean handled the case. The standard sentencing range for the charge, based on an offender score...
I, too, was disappointed that our governor chose not to represent Washington at the Great American State Fair in Washington, D.C. It was a golden opportunity to showcase our beautiful state with its outstanding features (i.e, lakes, rivers, mountains and flatlands). Record-Times Editor Olivia Harnack is be commended for writing and excellent column on the subject. Marsha Smith Ritzville... Full story
Immigrants and refugees are a valuable asset to Eastern Washington. Americans who welcome and interact with immigrants and refugees gain so much in broadening their world views by learning about their cultures, experiences and history. Immigrants and refugees also benefit so much from being in the U.S. Recently the U.S. Supreme Court decided that the Trump administration could end temporary protected status for Haitians and Syrians. Many of these people have settled in Spokane and are actively participating in our community....
We continue to read about rising electricity rates exacerbating inflation and making our lives more expensive and difficult. ¬¬ While some states have been proactive in addressing the problem, a national solution is needed. Our existing grid can be made more efficient, but in the end, we will need to build new transmission lines and create stronger connections between each of the regional grids. A major problem is that it takes too long to build these lines due to outdated regulations. The cost of solar and battery storage h...
DAVENPORT - City leaders advanced a property request Wednesday night, July 22, that would let new homeowners keep a small rear building currently sitting partly on city right-of-way. Robert and Nancy Barnes recently bought the house at 914 Morgan St. A survey showed about 8 feet of the rear structure encroaches into the 10th Street right-of-way. They asked the council to vacate that strip so the building would sit fully on their parcel. During a public hearing, Robert Barnes...
SEVEN BAYS — A marina manager reported that a disgruntled employee became verbally threatening and forced his vehicle off the road July 18. According to the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, Cameron Forsythe of Seven Bays Marina contacted authorities about Dylan Thorne, who had been drinking on the job. Thorne lives outside Lincoln County and was not scheduled to return until Wednesday. Deputies advised a civil standby could be arranged if needed when Thorne retrieves tools left at the marina, records show....
REARDAN — A red Chevrolet pickup parked for three days at the city park prompted a check on July 16, according to Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office records. Mayor Kathy Eastman requested deputies check the vehicle. Katie Gardner, 29, who was with the truck and said she is homeless, agreed to move her vehicle, according to the records. Deputies advised her she could not drive because of a suspended license; she agreed to make other arrangements. The vehicle’s registered owner was listed as William Patrick Brown...
DAVENPORT — Lincoln County communities are exploring solar installations and battery storage to lower energy costs and improve resilience during wildfires and outages, Partners for Rural Washington and Zero Emissions Northwest told the Lincoln County Board of Commissioners. The organization's grant director, Staci Nelson, and David Funk, president of Zero Emissions Northwest, presented related information during a meeting Monday, July 20. Commissioners Jo M. Gilchrist and Scott M. Hutsell were present; Commissioner Rob C...
SEVEN BAYS — A white Dodge Ram was reported doing donuts in a gravel parking lot before driving away July 18. David Rosenquist of Seven Bays Marina contacted authorities about the traffic offensenear North Miles Creston Road and North Mattox Way North, Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office records show....
DAVENPORT — A tree fell onto a power line in a residential driveway July 18. Ashton Lebo of 808 10th St. reported the tree was down, Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office records show. Avista Utilities was contacted about the issue....
REARDAN – Beneath the shade of the town park's trees, neighbors browsed booths, visited with friends and enjoyed a slower pace as the Reardan Farmers Market opened its fourth season Saturday, July 18. Running from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., the market featured 18 local vendors offering everything from fresh produce and handmade crafts to ceramics and baked goods. More than a place to shop, the weekly gathering has become a summertime tradition that celebrates the area's agricultural r...
DAVENPORT — The City Council on Wednesday, July 22, approved on first reading a budget amendment authorizing a 5% matching grant to help cover the $740,000 chip-seal project. Some members raised concerns about work quality, including manhole covers left below finished grade and the size of rock used on truck routes near the elevators. Staff noted the work is limited to the grant scope and that an on-site inspector is present....
DAVENPORT — The City Council on Tuesday, July 21, amended downtown parking rules. Ordinance No. 1213, given second reading and final approval, removes previous hour limits and opens spaces near bus stops on weekends. Officials said the change is intended to help local businesses when buses are not running....
David “Dave” Carl Harrison May 20, 1929 – June 28, 2026 David Carl Harrison passed away on June 28, 2026 at the age of 97. He was born to Ron and Marion Harrison on May 20, 1929 in Toledo Iowa. He was raised and went to school in Toledo and Hampton, Iowa. Dave graduated in 1947 from Hampton and formally enrolled in the Army the next day. After serving his country, he attended Buena Vista College to take business classes and there he met Norma, whom he married on June 23, 1951....
Davenport Birthdays July 23 - Tyler Dehn, Lacy Gustaveson, Jody Hardin, Keira Katz July 24 - Kyra Bowdish, Charlee Bushey, Wade Sand, Zeke Tareski, Pam Zeiler, Carter Zimmerman July 25 - Ryan Janke, Alvin Johnson, Mallory Kragt, Brantley Wilkie July 26 - Krista Becker, Amy Crandell July 27 – Nova Bilodeaux, Brian Buck, Kathy Podowicz, Remmington Taylor July 28 - Carmelyn Choate, Josh Dodson, Gerry Hein, Grace Lilje, July 29 - Rawleigh Fisk Anniversaries July 23 - Glenn and Denise Arland July 24 - John and Patsy Brown, Bryan a...
Verneta Marie Carstens Sept. 14, 1941 – July 10, 2026 Verneta Marie Carstens, a 64 year resident of Reardan, Wash. passed away peacefully on July 10, 2026, at 84 years old. She was born on September 14, 1941, to Vernon and Eleanor Harris. She was raised in Chelan,Wash. and graduated from Chelan High School in 1959. Verneta moved to Spokane, Wash. and worked at the Seattle First Bank. While attending Central Methodist Church, she met Clifford Carstens and they were married i...
Sharon Jones June 21, 1944 – July 3, 2026 Sharon Jones fell asleep in death on the morning of July 3rd, 2026, with her devoted husband of 59 years, Neal, by her side. She passed away from heart failure due to severe coronary artery disease. A long-time member of Jehovah's Witnesses, she was baptized on July 30th, 1960, and faced death with unwavering trust in Jehovah God's promise of a resurrection to life on a paradise Earth, as assured at Luke 23:43. Born on June 21st, 1...
Hazel Miller Aug. 5, 1939 – July 8, 2026 Hazel Miller passed away July 8, 2026 at her home in Davenport, Wash. surrounded by her son and daughter. She passed peacefully and was able to remain living in her house until her passing, which was one of her greatest desires. She was born August 5, 1939, the 3rd child to Harold & Mildred (Golland) Buell in Chewelah, Wash. She lived near Addy, Wash. until the spring of 1944, when her parents moved to Whitstran, Wash. for a couple o...
I hope that you took the time to watch at least some of the World Cup final on Sunday. The battle between Spain and Argentina was amazing. Now, I'm not a soccer fan but I watched enough to appreciate how hard these guys worked and how important playing for your country really is. The USA team did well until the Belgium game in Seattle and then their dreams and game fell apart. The importance of a great goalie can't be emphasized enough. On Sunday, the Argentine goalie was unde...
DAVENPORT - A local teenager is spending his summer watching over swimmers at the pool while saving for college and building friendships. Joel Odenrider, 17, of Davenport, started working as a lifeguard this summer to earn money for school. He plans to attend Walla Walla Community College. The training mixed in-water swimming tests with classroom sessions that included videos and instruction on safety procedures. "How much people actually love the water" has surprised him...
DAVENPORT - Nearly 200 children cast lines Friday, July 17, at Davenport Park's Cottonwood Creek for the 19th annual Kids Fishing Derby, a record turnout for the Pioneer Days event hosted by the Davenport Lions Club. The creek was stocked earlier in the week with 500 trout by the Spokane Tribe Hatchery in Ford. Every participant received a hat and goody bag, and some fish were tagged for prizes that included fishing poles and tackle boxes. Sponsors this year included:...
