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CRESTON — A grass fire that started about 9:07 a.m. near the intersection of North Blenz and East Schuster roads burned about 4 acres Sunday, July 5. The flames damaged three power poles before firefighters contained the fire, according to Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office records. No buildings were damaged. Inland Power and Wilbur fire crews responded. Deputy Brian Hudspeth assisted until the fire was contained, according to the report. The cause of the fire remains unknown....
TELFORD — U.S. Highway 2 has reopened after lightning sparked a wildfire Wednesday evening near the Telford Rest Area. The fire, located on the east side of South Telford Road near the railroad tracks, grew to more than 112 acres before crews stopped its forward progress, officials said. One home was threatened, but property owner Brian Steadman built a defensive line to hold the flames until firefighters arrived. Lincoln County Fire District No. 5 Chief Craig Sweet said the fire was burning "aggressively "when the first c...
DISPATCH LOG DAVENPORT — The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following calls for service from June 29 to July 5: June 29 Traffic stops: 8 12:00 a.m. — A security check was conducted. 3:35 a.m. — Crash on state Highway 23 near Harding Road East. 6:26 a.m. — False burglary alarm activated; location not reported. 8:32 a.m. — Custodial concerns for court-ordered visit in Davenport. 8:35 a.m. — Welfare check; location not reported. 9:38 a.m. — Shipment of silver and gold arrived empty. 11:31 a.m. — Medical call; l...
CRESTON - A new distillery has opened its doors along the shores of Lake Roosevelt, offering grape-based spirits in a family- and pet-friendly setting. Michael and Tara Haig launched Moonshine Bay Distillery on Saturday, June 27, with a grand opening that drew a crowd despite heavy rain. The couple is leasing space in the former Whitestone Winery building at 42395 N. Jump Canyon Road. They produce brandy, gin and vodka using Lincoln County-grown grapes. Michael Haig, who...
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...
ODESSA - Grand Coulee dominated the final round-robin tournament of the modified slow-pitch softball season here Saturday, while local teams from Odessa, Wilbur and Davenport showed strong moments and standout individual performances. Grand Coulee finished the day with four decisive victories, including a 34-4 win over Odessa and a 41-1 rout of Bat Intentions. Odessa, meanwhile, opened with a dominant 27-1 victory over Bat Intentions and followed with a 14-4 win against Whiske...
ODESSA - Odessa's bats stayed hot as the team rolled to a 25-1 victory over Wilbur in community slow pitch softball Wednesday evening. Coach Abby Lindberg credited strong hitting and a full roster for the dominant performance. "We hit well," she said. "We had more players today, and it was just nice to have everyone out on the field again." Wilbur catcher Courtney Wyborney said the game was one-sided but still enjoyable. She praised pitcher Brittany Ross for her hitting and...
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 8 Traffic stops: 5 8:23 a.m. — Keys locked in car at 2307 Buick Road. 9:34 a.m. — Welfare check. 3:24 p.m. — Blue Volkswagen sedan driven recklessly at Milepost 254. 4:36 p.m. — Elderly man...
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 1 Traffic stops: 12 9:01 a.m. — A man reported he was denied a refund of $525 in lot rent after leaving a hotel early and claimed the hotel manager made threats to kill him during a phone...
DAVENPORT — High schools seniors countywide will graduate this week and next as students cross the stage in commencement ceremonies. Christian Heritage kicked off graduations on Saturday, May 30 (see related story). And Harrington is next, with graduation at 6 p.m. Friday night, June 5. Davenport, Odessa, Sprague and Wilbur-Creston high school seniors graduate Saturday, June 6. Reardan seniors graduates Saturday, June 13. This week’s graduations include: Davenport In getting ready for graduation this week, some Davenport sen...
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 18 Traffic stops: 8 6:18 a.m. — A sex assault was reported early Monday morning. 10:51 a.m. — Deputies located a lost dog and returned it to its owner. 11:08 a.m. — Deputies checked on a man de...
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...
DAVENPORT — Candidate filing for the 2026 election closed Friday, May 8, with a single candidate for every major Lincoln County office. All countywide partisan offices drew a single Republican candidate. County-level candidates are J. Scott Liebing of Davenport, assessor; Chandra L. Schumacher of Harrington, auditor; Traci Gants of Davenport, clerk; Dan B. Johnson of Davenport, district court judge; Ty Albertson of Odessa, prosecuting attorney; Gabe Gants of Davenport, sheriff; Emily Lybbert-Hansen of Davenport, treasurer; a...
DAVENPORT — With the filing deadline for the Aug. 4 primary election set for 5 p.m. Friday, Lincoln County residents and area candidates have filed for a range of local, legislative and congressional offices. All incumbents filed for re-election. As of 3:30 p.m. today at press time, the following positions have candidates filed. All countywide and commissioner races drew single Republican candidates. Several Republican precinct committee officer positions also received filings across the county. Filing remains open through Fr...
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...
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 20 Traffic stops: 8 7:48 a.m. — Motor vehicle theft. (Details redacted.) 9:03 a.m. — Fraud. (Details redacted.) 9:06 a.m. — Death investigation. (Details redacted.) 10:14 a.m. — Medical. A...
DAVENPORT — Lincoln County’s multi-phase broadband project is encountering fresh setbacks as contractor availability and a tightening national supply of fiber-optic materials push back timelines for bringing high-speed internet to more rural residents. Broadband Office Director Margie Hall provided commissioners with a detailed update Monday morning, April 20. “The biggest hurdle we face right now is getting materials,” Hall said. “We just saw our MST and fiber delivery dates get pushed out. MSTs are now due to ship on M...
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 13 Traffic stops: 7 9:24 a.m. — Abandoned vehicle reported. A property owner in Wilbur reported a non-running vehicle left on his property by others who had not returned; the vehicle did n...
CRESTON — A woman was arrested for allegedly pushing her roommate down porch stairs during a domestic dispute at about 7 p.m. April 17. Brandy G. Behr, 49, of Eagle River, Alaska, was taken into custody on Southwest South First Street, Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office records show. Earl David Hertlein told Deputy Nicholas Pecheos he was walking down the steps when Behr pushed him, records show. Hertlein said he stumbled but declined medical attention. Officers noted Behr showed signs of intoxication, including slurred spe...
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...
ODESSA — The Odessa Tigers baseball team canceled its home game against Waterville-Mainsfield on Tuesday, April 21, due to a shortage of players. The Tigers’ next game is scheduled for Saturday at Wilbur-Creston-Keller....
DAVENPORT - A home-schooled senior from a wheat farm and cattle ranch won the Washington State High School Rodeo Association girls cutting championship while balancing daily ranch chores, horse care and intense training. Addie Schneider, 18, of Rocklyn, claimed the title earlier this month at the WSHRA state finals. She also competed in soccer during the fall and basketball in the winter for the Davenport Gorillas and has qualified for the National High School Finals Rodeo...
SEVEN BAYS - Hawk Creek Campground and its boat launch will close to all public access starting April 16 and remain closed through Oct. 6 for a major road improvement and stabilization project. The full closure is necessary to protect visitors, staff and construction crews while crews rebuild the road, officials said. It could be extended through Oct. 30 if needed. National Park Service officials were not available for comment at press time. The Federal Highway Administration...
