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DAVENPORT - The Davenport City Council adopted a resolution for the Lincoln County Comprehensive Solid and Hazardous Waste Management Plan for 2024-2029 during its regular meeting Wednesday, July 9. The council approved Resolution 2025-10, which adopts the plan developed by Lincoln County in collaboration with the cities of Davenport, Harrington, and Sprague, and the towns of Almira, Creston, Odessa, Reardan, and Wilbur, per RCW Chapter 70A.205. The plan outlines guidelines...
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 June 30 Traffic Stops: 12 1:11 a.m. – A woman called to report a house near her is selling drugs and making porn and her daughter and other females are being drugged. 2:55 a.m. – A woman called...
DAVENPORT — The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners convened Monday, July 7, in the Commissioners’ Chambers to discuss infrastructure such as construction contracts, broadband initiatives, and local governance. Commissioners Scott Hutsell (District 2), Chair Jo Gilchrist, and Rob Coffman (District 3) were present. The board approved construction contracts with Legacy Telecom, doing business as Legacy Power, for the Reardan Colocation Facility (PBC22-96104-004, broadband) and with Zero dB Communications for networks in Rea...
DAVENPORT — As temperatures climb and wildfire risk intensifies, fire districts across Lincoln County are enacting burn bans, with the National Park Service imposing some of the most stringent restrictions leading into the Fourth of July weekend. A total fire ban will take effect at Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area at 12:01 a.m. On Wednesday, July 3, the National Park Service announced. The ban prohibits all open flames, including those in designated fire rings and barbecue boxes. Shoreline fires, charcoal grills, 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 June 2 Traffic Stops: 21 4:11 p.m. – A man called to report feeling threatened by the owners of the RV Park he was staying at. 4:47 p.m. – A resident called for help with being locked out of his...
ALMIRA - A local man accused in a burglary has changed his plea to guilty. On June 3, Recardo E. Rocha, 32, pleaded guilty to reduced charges in Lincoln County Superior Court in Davenport. Rocha charges were reduced from 10 to two felony counts related to property and firearm thefts. He remains in jail on a $20,000 bail, according to court documents. Charges include one count each of residential burglary, second-degree theft, motor vehicle theft, second-degree burglary,...
1 years ago Andrew Jackson Scott, 96 year old pioneer of the Lord’s Valley passed away at the soldiers home in Orting, WA. Mr. Scott took up his homestead before the town of Harrington was founded. Harold Tyndall, age 27, drowned last week wile fishing at Northrup lake, about 18 northwest of Odessa. Tyndall, an Almira man, fell from the boat he was trolling in with friend George Sanford. 75 years ago The county Commissioners will supply sodium chlorate to farmers that agree to treat weeds on the roadsides adjoining their f...
DAVENPORT - A months-long case involving a failed car theft, a mental health evaluation, and a plea agreement is moving forward in Lincoln County Superior Court. Billy J. Bragg, 31, of Almira, reached a plea agreement with the state on Tuesday, May 27, and was sentenced to 15 days in jail with credit for one day served. He was released into community custody and ordered to pay a victim's assessment fee of $25 a month for six months. He must report to Lincoln County Jail by 5 p...
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 19 Traffic Stops: 7 8:13 a.m. – A man called to say his step-daughter and her husband were having a physical altercation. 9:45 a.m. – Lock out assistance was requested at Ricky’s corner ma...
YAKIMA — Lincoln County will be well-represented in the state 1B/2B/1A track meet this weekend at Zaepfel Stadium, with students from Davenport, Odessa, Reardan and Wilbur-Creston competing. The meet opens tonight, Thursday, May 29, at the stadium, 704 S. 40th Avenue. Events begin at 3:40 p.m. with the National Anthem. The boys 1B 100-meter dash will start gun at 6:20 p.m. Lincoln County will be represented in that race by senior Chase Lutton of Wilbur-Creston. He enters the state meet with the fastest qualifying time of 1...
DAVENPORT — Filings for the upcoming primary election closed Friday, May 9. The withdrawal deadline was Monday, May 12, and the primary election is scheduled for August. Below is a list of candidates who have filed for offices across Lincoln County. Countywide, Ty Albertson of Odessa filed as a Republican for the unexpired term of Prosecuting Attorney. In Davenport, three candidates filed for Councilman No. 1 (unexpired term): Libbie Klettke, Daniel Coriell and Michael Strite. Victoria Lynn Gunning and Lance Strite filed for...
ODESSA - Students from Odessa, Harrington, Almira-Coulee, Wilbur-Creston and Hunters gathered Monday, May 12, at Weismill Farms and Finney Field for Odessa High School's first-ever Precision Ag Day, a hands-on introduction to careers and technology in modern agriculture. The event, hosted by Odessa School District, featured five rotating stations where students operated farm equipment, learned about cutting-edge innovations, and interacted with industry professionals from RDO...
ALMIRA - A 72-year-old Almira man charged with two counts of fourth-degree assault with domestic violence and sexual motivation was sentenced Thursday, May 1, in Lincoln County District Court to 728 days in jail after pleading guilty. Kenneth Earl Burda Sr., 72, appeared before Judge Dan B. Johnson at 11:27 a.m. as Johnson informed the court he had reviewed the pre-sentencing report, probable cause documents and other materials prior to issuing the sentence. Burda received...
DAVENPORT — A total of 36 candidates have filed for 31 open positions across Lincoln County ahead of the Tuesday, August 5, primary election. The candidate filing week opened Monday, May 6, with contested races appearing in multiple jurisdictions, including city council and mayoral seats, school and fire districts, and hospital and park boards. The following individuals had filed for office by press time: In countywide races, Ty Albertson, of Odessa, filed as a Republican candidate for Lincoln County Prosecuting Attorney. 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 April 28 Traffic Stops: 18 12:11 a.m. – A 73 year old female requested assistance after a fall. 10:05 a.m. – Violation of a court order was reported. 11:44 a.m. – Damage to a road was reported...
PRC Meeting: May 22, 2025 The Project Review Committee (PRC) will be conducting 2 meetings to accommodate the eight (8) project applications and one (1) Recertifications submitted. The primary meeting will begin at 8:00 am and will include using the Zoom platform. Please see the PRC May 22, 2025, meeting event pages for the meeting schedule and Zoom meeting information. Agenda Meeting #1 (5/22) – Primary Meeting • PRC Business Meeting • Lake WA School Dist. GC/CM Recertification • Almira School Dist. Transportation Bldg. R...
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 April 21 Traffic Stops: 7 8:10 a.m. – A verbal altercation was reported. 10:24 a.m. – A man called to report that he was having anxiety issues and wanted an escort to the hospital. 2:27 p.m. ...
ALMIRA — A 72-year-old Almira man originally charged with first-degree child molestation, fourth-degree child molestation, and two counts of first-degree rape of a child pleaded guilty to reduced charges in Lincoln County District Court after a key witness, his son, rescinded his wittness statement. Kenneth Burda, 72, of Almira, pleaded guilty to the amended charges changed to assault in the fourth degree with domestic violence and sexual motivation. Sentencing for Burda is scheduled for 11 a.m. on May 1 in Lincoln County Dis...
DAVENPORT — Lincoln County will open candidate filing for 82 local offices from Monday, May 5, through Friday, May 9, 2025, according to Elections Manager Norm Caley. The county will begin accepting mailed Declarations of Candidacy on Monday, April 21. Filings can be mailed to P.O. Box 28, Davenport, WA 99122. In-person filings will be accepted at the Lincoln County Auditor’s Office, 450 Logan Street, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday. Online filings will be available from 8 a...
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 April 14 Traffic Stops 10 11:23 a.m. – A resident called to report a dead dog that appears to have been placed on her property. 2:28 p.m. – A red Plymouth Sundance just off the highway by Corner...
ALMIRA — The fourth suspect connected to the January burglary of a residence in Almira has been formally charged and will stand trial in Lincoln County Superior Court, following another continuance filed Tuesday, April 22. Thea Wenz, 27, of Moses Lake, pleaded not guilty to one count each of residential burglary, second-degree burglary, second-degree theft, and second-degree possession of stolen property during her arraignment. The prosecution requested standard release conditions. Wenz, who resides with her grandparents, w...
ALMIRA — The fourth and final suspect in the Almira burglary case is expected to complete intensive substance abuse treatment the week of April 20 and return to custody shortly after. Recardo Rocha, 32, was represented by his attorney during a hearing on Tuesday, April 15. His defense informed Judge Adam Walser that Rocha is still in treatment but nearing completion of the program. The court agreed to set the matter over for one week to allow for his return. Lincoln County Prosecuting Attorney Ty Albertson said Rocha e...
ODESSA - The Odessa High School baseball team saw its third blowout loss of the season to Almira-Coulee-Hartline (ACH), falling 19-0 in a conference game Tuesday, April 15. In Tuesday's league bout, the Almira-Coulee-Hartline Warriors (Coulee City, Wash.) baseball squad overwhelmed the host Odessa Tigers (Odessa, Wash.) by a tally of 19-0. The Tigers remain winless at 0-6 overall and 0-3 in district play, while the Warriors extended their perfect season to 9-0. Odessa...
ALMIRA — Scammers are using fake hostage situations to demand money, preying on fear and targeting vulnerable individuals. A local woman reported receiving a call from an unknown number with a 253 area code. When she answered, she heard a young woman screaming. “I got a call, and it was a girl screaming, saying, ‘Mommy, help me! Mommy, mommy, mommy!’ She was inconsolable,” Cathy Florenzen said. “I could sense it was not my daughter because she has never called me ‘mommy’ in her life.” Florenzen handed the phone to her husb...
1 years ago Mrs. Will Herman was struck and killed by a westbound train in Edwall. Mrs. C. Umbewurst who was with Mrs. Herman was also struck and taken to Reardan General Hospital where her recovery is doubtful. Effective April 1, the county auditor will pay bounties on Coyotes $1.00, Cougars $20.00, Lynx and wild cats $5.00, Timberwolves $15.00. Pelts must be brought to the auditors office within 30 days of the kill. Several dogs have been poisoned in Odessa recently. It was thought that the dogs were eating rabbits that h...
