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This week, Winnie and I set out with a simple goal: catch dinner. And catch dinner we did. But while I was proud of the smallmouth bass we landed, Winnie had a different mission - showering our finned friends with kisses. You'd have thought that crappie was her high school sweetheart, or at the very least, on a third date. Our haul wasn't just limited to the two decent bass we brought home; we reeled in a whole chorus line of smaller fish, enough to make any angler smile. For...
— Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Explore Eastern Washington with our weekly Stay-Cation suggestion! If you haven’t yet visited Grand Coulee Dam you’re really missing out. Seeing the dam in person is awe-inspiring — it stands 550 feet and stretches for almost a mile across the Columbia River. Grand Coulee also generates the most hydropower in the U.S., making Washington state a leader in renewable energy production. Besides the dam’s impressive size and energy generating capabilities, the Bureau of Reclamation h...
ALMIRA - The last defendant linked to a January burglary in Almira that netted multiple firearms, a safe, and a Jeep returned to court Aug. 12, where her case was continued as she and her attorney discussed changing her plea. Thea Rose Wenz, 27, of Moses Lake, has pleaded not guilty to one count each of residential burglary, second-degree burglary, second-degree theft, and second-degree possession of stolen property. Public defender Victoria Iverson asked the court to push...
GRAND COULEE - A Grand Coulee woman who admitted to stealing checks, committing identity theft, and participating in a series of burglaries with her partner was sentenced Tuesday, Aug. 12, in Lincoln County Superior Court. Superior Court Judge Adam Walser handed down a 16-month prison sentence to Brittany A. Ogden, 42, followed by 12 months of community custody. Ogden changed her plea and pleaded guilty to two counts of first-degree identity theft and two counts of...
ODESSA - The local high school's volleyball program is entering a new chapter with Alli Schroeder as its first-year head coach. With a focus on fundamentals, mental toughness, and team unity, Schroeder is rebuilding the program and generating excitement among players and parents alike. Schroeder, a Wilbur native, brings a wealth of experience to the role. A former league MVP at Wilbur High School and an All-GSL selection at Gonzaga Preparatory School, she played college volley...
ODESSA - Families got hands-on with pythons, hog-nose snakes and more during the Snakes N Bugs program Thursday, Aug. 7. Presenter Blake Nelson, 43, of Spokane, taught safe handling, identifying common Eastern Washington species - including rattlesnakes - and what to do during an encounter. He also shared facts about shedding, live birth and the sound of a rattlesnake's rattle. Children petted and held snakes, with local teens helping younger attendees get an up-close look....
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 August 4 Traffic Stops: 14 8:11 a.m. – Report received of a pickup and boat broke down and blocking on Miles-Creston Rd. 8:15 a.m. – A suspicious vehicle was reported under the I90 underpass in Spr...
DAVENPORT — The cost of a marriage license in Lincoln County increased from $39 to $139 effective July 27 after the Washington State Legislature passed new legislation. House Bill 1498 adds a $100 surcharge on all marriage licenses issued in the state. The surcharge funds a co-responder program for domestic violence incidents. This amount is added to the county’s base fee. Lincoln County charged $39 for a marriage license before the surcharge. With the new law, that fee increased to $139. Lincoln County Auditor Chandra Sch...
DAVENPORT - A Lincoln County man accused of stealing a car earlier this year will wait until October to face trial after attorneys requested more time to prepare. Scott C.J. Skenandore-Kieffer, 38, appeared in Superior Court on July 22 for a status hearing. Visiting Judge Dan B. Johnson presided over the proceedings. "Ms. Iverson was recently appointed and she was able to speak with Scott Skenandore-Kieffer, so we are asking for a continuance," Lincoln County Prosecuting...
DAVENPORT — A woman tied to an October high-speed chase through Lincoln County is now facing a felony drug charge after police say they uncovered methamphetamine and other narcotics following a search of the suspect’s vehicle, according to court documents. Mary Jean Terressa Smith, 43, signed a continuance in Lincoln County Superior Court, Tuesday, Aug. 12, that waived her right to a speedy trial. Her trial, originally set for Sept. 10, is now scheduled for Oct. 15 at 9 a.m., with a readiness hearing on Sept. 23 at 10:30 a.m...
Our state Legislature's march toward secrecy is speeding up, despite lawsuits, massive public outcry and even a ruling that was largely against them from the state Supreme Court. In the latest move against government transparency, the public records officer of the Washington House of Representatives sent an internal email in July to members outlining a restart of a 30-day email auto-deletion system and a guide on how to get rid of other emails even faster. This action will...
In a shocking 8-1 ruling, the state Supreme Court has given its official blessing to a secretive process that allows the offers and counteroffers leading to more than a billion dollars in taxpayer-funded compensation to remain secret until after the state budget is signed into law. By failing to uphold the clear intent of Washington’s robust public records law, expect more labor unrest, not less, as a result of this ruling. For example, Washington state employees walked off t...
SPRAGUE - A Spokane-based nonprofit biker group is participating in Sprague Days on Sept. 13 and plans to expand its presence here. Scooter Dearing, 54, of Sprague, is vice president of the Refound Rebels, a nonprofit motorcycle group with members in Washington and Idaho. Dearing said the group organizes events to raise money for people facing hardship. "We hear people who need money in hard times and we bring the biker community and everyone else who wants to come to an...
Charles Willard Stephens Apr. 28, 1945 - Dec. 11, 2024 Charles Willard Stephens, commonly known as Jack or "Jackson," passed away on Dec. 11, 2024, in Bellingham, Wash., at the age of 79. Born on April 28, 1945, in Spokane, Wash., Jack lived a life marked by creativity, resilience, and an unshakable connection to the divine. Jack grew up in Washington and attended Odessa High School, where his vibrant spirit and imagination were already evident. He played football and tennis...
REARDAN - The Inland Northwest Rail Museum celebrated its 50th anniversary Saturday, Aug. 9, drawing nearly 300 visitors from across the region and beyond to honor the museum's history and railroad heritage. "Although we were not able to run our full-size train due to a locomotive maintenance issue, we had a great weekend," museum president Dale Swant said. "We celebrated the organization's 50th and the museum's ninth anniversary." According to Swant, most attendees were from...
REARDAN — Innovia Foundation recently awarded thousands of dollars in scholarships to local students — many from Davenport, Wilbur-Creston, and Reardan-Edwall — to support their pursuit of higher education and career goals. Jakari Singleton from Reardan-Edwall High School was awarded a $1,000 Mondovi Grange/Wilson Farm Scholarship to study business management at Big Bend Community College. Singleton said the field matches his leadership and organizational skills while keeping career options open. Other Reardan students recei...
Davenport birthdays Aug. 14: Jerri Madison, Lillian Phillips Aug 15: Adney Lacy, Stephanie Linstrum Aug. 16: Andrew Schreck, Janelle Hiccox, Chelsea Fenn, John Mandere Aug. 17: Janie Schreck, Ketner Kragt, Everett Prewitt Aug. 18: Gene Hein, Renzley Gunning Aug. 19: Erich Hein, Hunter McCluskey Aug. 20: Chris Honey, Tim Zeiler, Ryan Cash, Avery Cash, Matt Wagner, Lance Johnson Davenport anniversaries Aug. 15: Roger and Noreen Hutfless Aug. 16: John and Janelle Hiccox Reardan birthdays Aug. 15: Tom Zwainz, Toby Brunette Aug....
Summer gardens are at peak production. Zucchini squash and cucumbers are abundant. A creamy cucumber salad is a refreshing addition to any summer meal. I recently tried a Better Homes and Gardens recipe for Creamy Cucumber Salad. The recipe gives the option of using dill or chives, but I put in both. Creamy Cucumber Salad 1/2 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt 1 Tbsp vinegar 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp dried dill or 1 Tbsp chopped fresh chives Dash ground black pepper 3 cups peeled...
HARRINGTON — With summer events wrapping up and fall activities approaching, the Harrington Chamber of Commerce met Wednesday, Aug. 6, to finalize plans, review finances and begin scheduling for the remainder of the year. The meeting began with approval of the July 2 minutes. The treasurer’s report showed total income from Jan. 1 to July 31 at $37,162.06, with total expenses of $3,594.60 for the same period. In July, income totaled $604.13 while expenses came to $395.55, leaving the chamber with a net monthly balance of $20...
1 years ago Smoke from forest fires was so dense that it obscured the sun at Odessa, many miles in every direction from the scenes of the different blazes, for several days the first of the week. 10 head of cattle belonging to G. G. McMath, Spokane River rancher, died last week after eating a weed later identified by Washington State College as poison parsnip. Plans for 10 miles of grading and surfacing on State road number 22 from Inkster lake to Detillion bridge in Lincoln County north of Davenport have been completed by...
REARDAN - The Reardan Little League program celebrated a successful season in the West Plains Little League, with the Majors softball team clinching the league championship and the Majors baseball team securing second place in the league tournament. The Majors softball team, coached by Tom Bocook, finished the season undefeated and won the West Plains Little League title. Six players from the team - Camden Webber, Amber Cobb, Madilynn Bocook, and three others - earned spots...
DAVENPORT —Lincoln NFL Flag Football has opened registration for its upcoming season, inviting boys and girls ages 5 to 12 across Lincoln County to participate. The non-contact program, serving Davenport, Reardan, Ritzville, Harrington, Odessa, and Wilbur, fosters football fundamentals, sportsmanship, teamwork, and community engagement in an inclusive environment. “This is our third year as league and town coordinators. We both have kids who play, so when we were presented with the opportunity to become coordinators, we sai...
REARDAN — The local high school cheerleading team has transformed from a sideline group to a competitive athletic program, earning multiple awards at a recent summer camp and drawing college recruitment interest, according to coach Ashley Martin. “There was something about Reardan,” Martin said. “I saw the potential to take a rural team and build a competitive program from the ground up. That goal is becoming reality, thanks to the incredible work ethic and talent of these athletes.” The varsity squad, part of the Washingto...
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