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SAVANNAH, Ga. - A Davenport High School junior placed fifth in the nation in the 4x100 mixed relay at the 2025 USATF National Junior Olympic Championships at Ted Wright Stadium. Representing Spokane Speed Academy, David Coriell, 16, said the atmosphere was electric, describing the intensity of lining up on the track surrounded by some of the nation's fastest young athletes. "There was a lot of speed there," he said. "Many people were competing for the national title, and it...
HARRINGTON - Construction is underway near Harrington School and Harrington Park as the city begins a sidewalk improvement project aimed at modernizing aging infrastructure and improving accessibility for residents. The project, funded through a $250,832 grant from the Washington State Transportation Improvement Board, will replace and upgrade several wheelchair-accessible ramps to meet current Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards. The existing ramps are at least...
SRAGUE - A Sprague man accused of unlawfully imprisoning his partner after she reportedly jumped from a moving vehicle appeared in Lincoln County Superior Court on Tuesday, July 29, where both prosecution and defense agreed to continue the case into September. David Gene Keener, 69, faces one count of unlawful imprisonment for allegedly restricting the movement of Amanda "Mandy" Cook, whom he was in a dating relationship with at the time of the incident, records show. He is...
GRAND COULEE - A local man accused of using his brother's identity during a traffic stop failed to appear in Lincoln County Superior Court on Tuesday, July 29, prompting a judge to set his bail at $1,000 to bring him in. Joshua James Martin, 41, was scheduled to appear for a preliminary hearing on a charge of second-degree identity theft but did not show. "It appears that Mr. Martin is not here," said Superior Court Judge Adam Walser. In court, Lincoln County Prosecutor Ty...
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 July 21 Traffic Stops: 6 12:27 a.m. – Auto crash detection was reported. 3:45 a.m. – A man called to report his neighbor is blaring music. 6:10 a.m. – A woman called to report her neighbor...
DAVENPORT — Lincoln County residents should prepare for a hot and dry August, according to forecasters with the National Weather Service. “There’s a 50 to 60 percent chance of above-normal temperatures for August,” said Daniel Butler, 27, a meteorologist based in Spokane. “It’s looking warm.” Butler said the first few days of the month may be slightly cooler, but warmer temperatures are expected to return around Aug. 7. “Precipitation-wise, it’s looking dry,” he said. “There’s about a 40 to 50 percent chance of below-normal p...
RITZVILLE — The Adams County Sheriff’s Office inmate van was involved in July 21 crash. According to city Police Chief Mike Suniga, the incident happened about 5:30 p.m. when another vehicle T-boned the county van. The van was northbound on Adams Street; the other vehicle was westbound on Broadway Avenue, he said. Nobody was injured. Suniga declined to provide the names of the drivers and others in the vehicle even though they are public record. The Journal has filed a public records request seeking information on the cra...
DAVENPORT — Lincoln County District Court will limit proceedings to first appearances only until Wednesday, August 21, as Judge Dan B. Johnson is away for the next few weeks, according to Lincoln County District Court officials. During this time, Superior Court Judge Adam Walser will preside over all first appearance hearings. The next regularly scheduled court docket is set for August 21. “Regulary hearings just are not scheduled.. That is just our next regularly scheduled court date. We didnt have anything that need to be...
Last week those of us who live in North-Central and Northeastern Washington were reminded of the devastation wildfire can bring. As several thousand acres burned in scattered fires across our part of the state, the smoke hung over Stevens County, where I live, almost like it was 2020 again. Except it wasn’t. It was a pale reminder of the agony we faced several summers ago, as wildfires dozens of times larger raged across the state, and smoke filled our skies through August a...
If you listen to the beneficiaries of the spending and political supporters, they claim that virtually all of it goes to "community projects." A look at the state's 2025-27 operating budget, however, shows that most of the money ends up in the hands of government. We analyzed how the state is spending the $174 million in the current biennial operating budget funded by the CO2 tax, to see how much was being used to cut CO2 emissions, fund environmental restoration and provide...
DAVENPORT — Washington had 6.5 days suitable for fieldwork during the week ending Monday, July 28, according to the National Agricultural Statistics Service. Spring wheat was rated 6% very poor, 42% poor, 36% fair, 12% good and 4% excellent. Barley was 3% very poor, 45% poor, 37% fair, 14% good and 1% excellent.. Winter wheat harvest reached 35%, up from 18% the previous week. At the same time last year and the five-year average were both 29%. Spring wheat harvest was 11%, up from 1% the week prior, compared to 4% last y...
DAVENPORT — A man accused of stealing a car earlier this year was granted a delay in his case Tuesday, July 29, after a new public defender was appointed and legal confusion stalled proceedings. Scott C.J. Skenandore-Kieffer, 38, who faces charges for motor vehicle theft and related crimes, returned to Lincoln County Superior Court with his new court-appointed attorney, Victoria Iverson, representing him via Zoom while appearing for a different case in another county. Superior Court Judge Adam Walser, who recently returned f...
PULLMAN - Another year of seven young women being their best selves and forming friendships ended with a 2026 Distinguished Young Women named. During the Saturday, July 26 program this year's title went to Yutong Liang, of Ellensburg. Coming in as runner-up was Isabella Huntley, of Colfax. Liang received a $4,000 schoalrship and a scholarship from WSU. She received $250 awards in the Fitness, Talent and Self Expression judging categories. Liang also received the $500 Overall...
DAVENPORT — Leffel, Otis & Warwick, P.S. has promoted two longtime certified public accountants to shareholder positions as part of its ongoing growth and leadership transition. Justin Hunt, CPA, of the Davenport office and Jared King, CPA, of the Ritzville office, were both named shareholders effective Tuesday, July 1. Both King and Hunt have extensive experience in audit, tax, advisory and client services. Managing Partner Brenik Iverson, CPA, said the two have shown consistent leadership and dedication to clients, p...
This weekend I did what any respectable Harrington transplant does when the sun's out, the breeze is mild, and the fish haven't yet filed a restraining order against me: I grabbed my fishing gear, my wiener dog, and hit the great outdoors. Somewhere between Odessa and Harrington-coordinates redacted because a girl never gives away her secret fishing hole-I set off to finally catch the fish that have eluded me all season. But let's start at the beginning. Saturday morning...
Randall (Randy) Lee Heimbigner Dec. 7, 1950 – July 13,2025 After bravely battling a year-long series of health issues, Randall Lee Heimbigner of Odessa passed peacefully on July 13, 2025, at Deaconess Hospital in Spokane with his sister Barb by his side. Randy, the second of four children, was born in Spokane on December 7, 1950, to Walt and Dorothy (Schragg) Heimbigner. He grew up in Ritzville, graduating in 1969 from Ritzville High School. After graduation, Randy earned a...
DAVENPORT — Students across Lincoln County will receive free, personalized backpacks filled with school supplies through a community-wide drive organized by Zion Lutheran Church and supported this year by Pioneer Title. The annual Back-to-School Supply Drive began Wednesday, July 30, and runs through Friday, August 15. Families must register in advance for their children to receive a backpack tailored to their school, grade level and teacher’s supply list. “We never turn anybody away,” said Brenda Guhlke, outreach committ...
HARRINGTON — Harrington Haus is celebrating the grand opening of its new outdoor patio with a live performance by local band Bonnie & the Extras at 8 p.m. Saturday, August 2. The new patio includes outdoor seating and a staging area, marking the venue’s first step into live outdoor entertainment. The show will also highlight recent upgrades to the building, including a newly completed ADA-compliant entrance. “Come check it out. Enjoy some live music and cold beer,” Harrington Haus officials said. Bonnie & the Extras will ki...
Davenport birthdays July 31: Sebastian Hardin Aug. 1: Lila Lust, Lincoln Johnson Aug. 2: Joseph Gunning, John Carruth, Chrissy Tucker Aug. 3: Charles Oliver, Kim Hardin, Brenda Gamache, Doreen Forest Aug. 4: Harold Thompson, Aaron Coley, Izaiah Bowdish, Ken Horner, Karom Thomas Aug. 5: Richard Gunning, Paula Furman Aug. 6: Jeff Gunning, Michelle Hopp, Kim Buchmann, Matt Schneider, Barb Zentz Davenport anniversaries July 31: Gabe and Traci Gants Aug. 1: Brian and Darci Dennis Aug. 3: John and Kathy Coley Aug. 5: Dick and...
Hot August days and harvest season have many area cooks searching for quick to fix meals that don't heat up the kitchen and house. Spaghetti is often the fall back meal in cooler months, but summer time and boiling noodles don't go together as well. Researching recipes to prepare with the kids in the summer recreation cooking class, I am always looking for something main dish for the kids to learn to make. One-Dish Microwave Spaghetti fits the bill in both areas. Everything...
DAVENPORT - More child care, driver's education, licensing, and reliable transportation were among the top concerns raised by Lincoln County residents during a community input meeting hosted by Rural Resources on Tuesday, July 29. The meeting, held in the lower-level commissioners' room at the Lincoln County Courthouse, was led by Kristine Williams of Cheney, a contracted representative with Rural Resources. Williams gathered input from locals to better understand what...
1 years ago Last Saturday, a car driven by John Ragan, belonging to J. R. Ragan drove into the new plate glass front of the Washington Water Power company. Sheriff Gilpatrick and others were on hand recently for the opening of the vault of the Creston State Bank for the first time since the fire that ravaged the town. Everything in the vault was in pristine condition. 15 members of the Odessa Commercial club met last week and urged the establishment of an approved road between Odessa and Wilbur. A committee was appointed...
REARDAN - A Reardan High School graduate's skill and determination in bull riding have earned him a statewide award. Justice "JC" Merriott, 19, was named Washington's Cinch Outstanding Athlete by the Washington State High School Rodeo Association. The award recognizes his standout performances and grit in the demanding sport of bull riding. "It means a lot to me," Merriott said. "It makes me happy to see people look up to me, making a difference for the younger generation and...
Laramie Gray, of Reardan, rounds the arena during the National Anthem at the Cheney Rodeo on Friday, July 11....
REARDAN — The Reardan-Edwall School District will hold its Back-to-School Night and Mandatory Athletics Night on Tuesday, Aug. 19 at Reardan High School, 215 East Spokane Avenue. The elementary Back-to-School Night for pre-kindergarten through sixth-grade students begins at 5 p.m. Families can meet teachers, tour informational booths, and enjoy free pizza. The event also introduces the new principal, Sarah Dinkins. The Mandatory Athletics Night starts at 5 p.m. with a student-athlete presentation, followed by a parent present...
