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ODESSA - Building a culture that lasts beyond the scoreboard is the top priority for Odessa's new head football coach. Kolby Schafer, 52, a lifelong local resident - who farms 5,000 acres and is raising two children ages 12 and 10 - said his commitment to the community and passion for the game drew him to the job. "What interested me in the coaching job was my pride and commitment to the community of Odessa, as well as my passion for the game of football," Schafer said. "As...
DAVENPORT - The Lincoln County Junior Livestock Sale generated $248,470.60 this year as the number of market animals jumped from 75 to 119. The total is up from $195,866.30 in 2025, according to sale comparison figures. Tim O'Connell, one of three primary members of the Lincoln County Junior Livestock Sale Association, said the count is still preliminary. "Final figures are not complete," O'Connell said. The running total was around $255,000, including support money entered...
DISPATCH LOG DAVENPORT — The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following calls for service from Aug. 17-23 Aug. 17 Traffic stops: 5 12:17 a.m. — Disabled vehicle with flat tire; ride provided, W. Willis Street. 8:53 a.m. — Disabled vehicle possibly involved in collision on Rocklynn Road near Church Road. 10:56 a.m. — Information, documented verbal threats in Odessa. 2:08 p.m. — Paper service on Blomgren Road, Edwall. 2:09 p.m. — Animal problem, calf in roadway on SR 2 at Milepost 245. 3:01 p.m. — Property lo... Full story
DAVENPORT - Goats in John Deere gear, pigs dressed as Luigi and Fred Flintstone, and a lamb wrapped in red, white and blue were just a few of the entries Thursday in the Lincoln County Fair's animal costume parade. The annual contest drew a large group of young exhibitors who traded the usual show-ring pressure for creativity and laughs. Roger Buchholtz, 9, entered his goat Honey in full John Deere attire. Everything he owns is John Deere, he said. Putting the costume together...
DAVENPORT - Exhibitors brought 357 animals through the barns at the 89th Lincoln County Fair, with poultry, swine and sheep leading the counts. Shown were 85 poultry, 73 swine, 58 sheep, 43 beef, 40 rabbits, 35 goats and 23 horses. Results Educational displays Best of show: Cameron Llewellyn, Edwall, Lincoln County Family Farm. Educational posters Best of show: Addison Benner, Medical Lake, Serama vs Kikiriki; Kailyn Dafler, Mohler, Harrington FFA; Ezra King, Odessa, Silkies;...
DISPATCH LOG DAVENPORT — The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following calls for service from July 20-26: July 20 Traffic stops: 8 7:37 a.m. — Disabled vehicle, location not reported. 8:11 a.m. — Vehicle hit a deer and caught fire, fully engulfed; location not reported. 8:26 a.m. — Commercial burglary; location not reported. 9:53 a.m. — Welfare check on Airport Way, Seven Bays. 10:17 a.m. — Suspicious circumstance involving jewelry; location not reported. 11:58 a.m. — Juvenile problem, location not re...
Here are the lowest regular gasoline prices per gallon reported in the region by GasBuddy.com as of 5 p.m. Monday, June 29: Airway Heights $4.39 at Airway Heights Food Mart. Almira $4.99 at AG Link. Cheney $4.79 at Maverik. Grand Coulee $5.29 at Coulee Gas. Moses Lake $4.28 at Chevron. Nine Mile Falls $4.59 at Rosauers. Pasco $4.39 at Mid Columbia Grocery. Pullman $4.99 at Chevron. Ritzville $5.09 at Circle K and Chevron. Spokane $4.39 at Conoco and U76. Sprague $4.99 at Chevron. Wilbur $4.99 at Conoco....
DISPATCH LOG DAVENPORT — The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following calls for service from June 22-28: June 22 Traffic stops: 9 7:14 a.m. — Hay truck blocking Coffee Pot Road west of Harrington.. 7:38 a.m. — Child custody papers served on Ross Street, Davenport. 7:45 a.m. — Civil paper service on Southeast Railroad Avenue, Creston. 8:05 a.m. — False alarm at Reardan School. . 11:24 a.m. — Multiple hulk vehicles on property near Ritzville. 12:41 p.m. — Civil dispute over vehicle titles and legal documents...
DISPATCH LOG DAVENPORT — The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following calls for service from June 15-21: June 15 Traffic stops: 12 8:09 a.m. — Woman on Miles Creston Road East requested contact about concerns with her husband after deciding to file for divorce. 9:12 a.m. — Man requested a person be trespassed from his property. 9:48 a.m. — Man reported receiving what he believed were fraudulent Shell Credit Card letters and a $43 bill. 10:47 a.m. — Woman reported problems getting her ATV back after repairs i...
Trustee Sale # 141065-WA Title # CLRINS25906675 Notice of Trustee’s Sale Grantor(s): JOHN E ERICKSON, AN UNMARRIED PERSON Grantee(s): QUALITY LOAN SERVICING, as Trustee Original beneficiary of the deed of trust: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS DESIGNATED NOMINEE FOR TURN TWO MORTGAGE, BENEFICIARY OF THE SECURITY INSTRUMENT, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS Current beneficiary of the deed of trust: UNITED WHOLESALE MORTGAGE, LLC Current trustee of the deed of trust: CLEAR RECON CORP Current mortgage servicer of t...
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 May 25 Traffic stops: 4 11:31 a.m. — An abandoned boat with a pickup cab in it was reported partially blocking the lane of travel; the trailer has a flat tire, the boat is full of garbage, and t...
ALMIRA — A local man was arrested Wednesday evening after allegedly assaulting his mother during a domestic dispute at their rural home. Billy Jack Bragg, 29, is facing a fourth-degree assault-domestic violence charge. He was arrested at the family residence, 2679 Williams Road E., arrest records show. According to the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, his mother, Coastal Alaska, told deputies he grabbed both of her hands and twisted her wrists, causing pain. Alaska reported Bragg had become upset earlier in the day after a d...
Trustee Sale # 141065-WA Title # CLRINS25906675 Notice of Trustee’s Sale Grantor(s): JOHN E ERICKSON, AN UNMARRIED PERSON Grantee(s): QUALITY LOAN SERVICING, as Trustee Original beneficiary of the deed of trust: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS DESIGNATED NOMINEE FOR TURN TWO MORTGAGE, BENEFICIARY OF THE SECURITY INSTRUMENT, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS Current beneficiary of the deed of trust: UNITED WHOLESALE MORTGAGE, LLC Current trustee of the deed of trust: CLEAR RECON CORP Current mortgage servicer of t...
YAKIMA – Three area girls fastpitch softball teams competed last weekend, May 21-23, in the state 1B and 2B tournaments at the Gateway Sports Complex in Yakima. Wilbur-Creston and Almira/Coulee-Hartline were amid the 1B ranks, while Lake Roosevelt was in 2B. All three went 2-1 and returned without a trophy. Lake Roosevelt lost it's opening game to eventual state runner-up. The Raiders then eliminated Colfax before themselves being eliminated by Kittitas. Wilbur-Creston e...
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 May 11 Traffic stops: 4 9:33 a.m. — A woman reported finding a driver’s license, cards and EBT card on Washington Street in Davenport and the items were returned to the owner on Merriam Street. 10:...
MEDICAL LAKE - If by nothing else but a glance on his current roster, West Plains Cannons Coach Austin Sharp suggests a bounce back season for his AAA American Legion team is in order. Last year the Cannons, who finished third in the state in 2024, missed the tournament for the first time in the last five seasons, finishing 14-24 on the season. "Since we started in 2018, every year we returned probably 50&-60% of our roster," Sharp said. The team has traditionally had players...
DAVENPORT — With one key local office vacant and most incumbents expected to seek re-election, Lincoln County’s 2026 election season kicks off next week as candidates can begin filing for a full slate of county positions. Elections Manager Norm Caley said the majority of courthouse positions are on the ballot this cycle, along with dozens of precinct committee officer spots for both major parties. A 1% filing fee based on salary applies to the paid offices. “Those positions, we have one Democrat lately who files, and 16 to...
ODESSA - The Odessa Tigers honored six seniors on Senior Night Tuesday by splitting a baseball doubleheader with Curlew, winning the opener 11-9 before falling 18-8 in the nightcap. It marked one of the first games for the Tigers under new head coach Cam Smith and assistant Zach Schafer following the sudden resignation last week of longtime coach Joe Scholmer and assistant Travis Powers, who both attended the contest. Senior pitchers Miller Stout and Aiden Valline led Odessa...
1 years ago Floyd Milner was dragged several feet by a team of runaway horses while working at a railroad crossing in Govan. The team became spooked and dashed from the elevator where grain was being unloaded and ran across the tracks. Milner saw the horses and sprang for the bridles but missed. More than 100 people joined in a general cleanup of Mountain View Cemetery. Every business in Davenport closed during cleanup hours, and every firm in town was represented in the workforce. The Odessa Hardware Co. offered a set of p...
SPOKANE – An Almira/Coulee-Hartline wrestler won three freestyle matches at the Women's National Championships on Saturday, April 11, at Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena. Wrestling in the U17 division at 61 kg, Karis Butler opened the tournament with a 6-5 decision over Karris Carter of Betterman Elite Wrestling of Colorado. In her second match, she lost by technical fall (10-0) in 38 seconds to eventual national champion Landri VonGonten of Boneyard Wrestling of Texas. The l...
DAVENPORT — A local Mexican restaurant racked up 63 violations during a recent health inspection. According to Lincoln County Public Health, El Ranchito had 43 "red points" after inspectors found a dirty ice machine, raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food, an expired food worker card and multiple temperature and storage problems. Public Health officials inspected 15 restaurant and food handling facilities countywide between Feb. 18 and March 11. While most passed with few or no violations, El Ranchito stood out and a f...
1 years ago A move has been started to open Snoqualmie pass. There is currently 3 to 4 feet of snow at the summit. The state highway department wants to wait until June 1 to attempt to open the pass. The state patrol is on a mission to find and fine motorists with glaring headlights. Those who are in doubt about their headlights should take care to have them adjusted properly. The Model Steam Laundry of Davenport has purchased a new Star delivery truck and will start a route visiting Harrington, Odessa, Wilson Creek,...
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 March 2 Traffic Stops: 10 7:32 a.m. - a man called to report a vehicle pulled up to his property and appeared to be taking pictures. March 3 Traffic Stops: 10 8:27 a.m. - WDFW requested a dep...
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. 22 Traffic stops:0 6:36 a.m. – A welfare check on an absent employee was requested. 1:04 p.m. – A hit and run with extensive damage was reported in Odessa. 3:31 p.m. – Lockout assistanc...
