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Trustee Sale # 134842-WA Title # 250185192-WA-MSO Notice of Trustee’s Sale Grantor(s): BILLY D. CLARK, AN UNMARRIED MAN Grantee(s): FIRST AMERICAN TITLE, as Trustee Original beneficiary of the deed of trust: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS DESIGNATED NOMINEE FOR QUICKEN LOANS INC., BENEFICIARY OF THE SECURITY INSTRUMENT, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS Current beneficiary of the deed of trust: Rocket Mortgage, LLC f/k/a Quicken Loans, LLC f/k/a Quicken Loans Inc. Current trustee of the deed of trust: CLEAR R...
Lincoln County certified its election Tuesday, Nov. 25, closing out a cycle marked by several close races and a modest bump in turnout. “Two years ago turnout was 40.56%, and this year it was 43.54%,” Elections Manager Norm Caley said. “Davenport mayor was really close — 14 votes difference. It could’ve changed if more people voted.” Caley said any of the contested races could have shifted with higher participation. Across 46 precincts, 3,836 of the county’s 8,811 registered voters cast ballots. Despite recent concerns about...
DAVENPORT — Lincoln County hunters still have two late-season opportunities in Game Management Units 250 and 251. The archery deer season runs through Dec. 8 and allows one antlered or antlerless deer with bow and arrow. The modern firearm late season closed Nov. 19. All deer harvested in eastern Washington must have their heads submitted for chronic wasting disease testing at designated sites, including Davenport and Sprague. Fall turkey season remains open statewide through Dec. 31, with a limit of one bird of either sex b...
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 Nov. 9 Traffic Stops: 5 5:33 p.m. — A 21-year-old male was reported to be overly intoxicated, and medical was requested. The man was reported to be seeing things, yelling, and acting out. 5:53...
ODESSA — With 20 players out for boys basketball — including five eighth-graders — Odessa coach Deric Schmierer believes his Tigers are poised to snap a postseason drought that has lingered for several years. Schmierer, whose two sons are on the roster (senior Aiden and junior Izaak), ascended to the head coaching job after six years in the junior high program and assisting under retired coach Mike Carlquist. “My coaching philosophy is to hustle, play hard and focus on defense,” Schmierer said. “We’re going to try and get a...
Trustee Sale # 134842-WA Title # 250185192-WA-MSO Notice of Trustee’s Sale Grantor(s): BILLY D. CLARK, AN UNMARRIED MAN Grantee(s): FIRST AMERICAN TITLE, as Trustee Original beneficiary of the deed of trust: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS DESIGNATED NOMINEE FOR QUICKEN LOANS INC., BENEFICIARY OF THE SECURITY INSTRUMENT, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS Current beneficiary of the deed of trust: Rocket Mortgage, LLC f/k/a Quicken Loans, LLC f/k/a Quicken Loans Inc. Current trustee of the deed of trust: CLEAR R...
Election Results DAVENPORT — Here are the preliminary results of the Tuesday, Nov. 4, General Election as of 10:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4. Lincoln County Prosecuting Attorney Ty Albertson – 98.31% Write-in – 1.69% City of Davenport Councilman No. 1 Michael Strite – 71.65% Libbie Klettke – 28.35% Write-in – 0% City of Davenport Councilman No. 3 Victoria Lynn Gunning – 39.49% Lance Strite – 60.51% Write-in – 0% City of Davenport Councilman No. 4 Robert W. Jenkins – 29.29% Chris Stein – 70.37% Write-in – 0.34% City of Davenport Co...
Looking Back 100 Years Ago 13 year old Florence Spadoni of Irby suffered a broken arm by a cow she was trying to drive the animal from the yard. She was treated by Dr. Thompson in Odessa and is on the mend. Frank Anderson of Peach was arrested and brought to the county jail. He is charged with grand larceny for his part in a calf stealing case that also involved Roy Gilmoure. Two Ford cars met in a head on crash near the Central Washington trestle on the Reardan-Edwall road. No one in either of the vehicles was seriously inju...
CRESTON — Early General Election results from Tuesday, Nov. 4, show Jackie Browder leading comfortably in the race for Creston mayor, with voter participation higher than in recent years. Browder received 39 votes (66.1%), while Grady Houger earned 20 votes (33.9%). No write-in votes were recorded, bringing the total to 59 ballots cast. “I think it is kind of interesting,” Browder said. “I understand we have a lot more votes in Creston in total than we typically have. I like to see that people are participating. They will do...
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 Oct. 19 Traffic stops: 14 4:06 p.m. – A three vehicle collision was reported at U.S. Highway 2 at milepost 253. Oct. 20 Traffic stops: 21 7:33 a.m. – A suspicious vehicle was reported on the side o...
ODESSA - A strong second-half surge carried Wilbur-Creston-Keller to its fifth straight win, a 22-8 district victory over Odessa under the lights Friday night at Finley Field. The Wildcats (7-1) seized control in the second quarter after trading early scores. Sophomore Jager Brashears broke loose for a 33-yard touchdown run, then added another in the third quarter to help secure the lead. Quarterback Dustin Strozyk threw for 122 yards and two touchdowns. "We got to work on...
ODESSA – Almira-Coulee-Hartline (ACH) left no doubt about its dominance Friday, Oct. 17, at Finney Field, crushing the Tigers 54-6. The dynamic duo of Nolan and Max Grindy powered the Warriors' offense, combining for six touchdowns that silenced the home crowd and cemented their No. 3 state ranking. On the Warriors' first play, Nolan Grindy took advantage of the Tigers' porous defense and ran 50 yards for the first of the team's seven touchdowns. Before the first half ended, N...
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 Oct. 13 Traffic Stops: 11 2:25 a.m. – A caller reported a male sleeping in a car in front of a Wilbur motel. 11:25 a.m. – Medical assistance requested at Davenport Elementary for a child that ha...
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 Oct. 6 Traffic Stops: 6 8:45 a.m. – A Sterling Valley resident called to report an ongoing issue with his neighbor’s dog killing his animals. 10:45 a.m. – A welfare check was requested on a Wilb...
Jackie Browder Age: 77 Creston,Wa Resident Experience and Employment: Boeing Company, retired. Master tool maker, manager, planner, factory engineer over 40+ years of service including 10 years at Boeing Spokane. Member of the Creston Town Council since 2022. Vietnam Era veteran ( U.S. Navy. ) Extensive residential building experience with family owned construction company; trained as traditional wood worker. Vice President of large HOA in puget sound area. Civic Activities:...
Name: Grady Houger Age: 43 Hometown: Creston Experience/Employment: 5th generation farmer Civic activities: Been on the town council and volunteer fire department for a while. Family: No information submitted Questions What are your key priorities for Creston in the next term? Key priorities for the mayor are to keep the water, sewer and garbage services going, and listen to everyone's concerns. Recycling is on the horizon, somehow we must keep it affordable. How will you...
Gale B. Mangis Sept. 12, 1933 to Sept. 30, 2025 Gale B. Mangis died Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025 in Raleigh, N.C. He was born Sept. 12, 1933, in Creston, Wash., to Fred Anderson and Mae Gertrude Mangis. Gale is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Dorothy Griffith Mangis; grandson, Kyle Scott Mangis; brothers, Gerald (Merleen) Mangis and Jess (Fran) Mangis; and sisters, Lorene (Tony) Brown, Doris (Paul) Douglas and Ethel (Jack) Sterett. Gale leaves behind three children,...
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 Sept. 29 Traffic Stops: 10 7:59 a.m. – A Massachusetts man called to report that he sent a package to the wrong address and the recipient won’t return it. 9:48 a.m. – A CPS employee requested...
ODESSA - The Tigers varsity volleyball team fell to the Wilbur-Creston-Keller Wildcats in a three-set sweep Tuesday night at Odessa High School. The Wildcats dominated the varsity match with scores of 25-17, 25-8, 25-23. Meanwhile, the junior-varsity squad secured a narrow victory. The Tigers JV team edged out a 25-23 win. The Wildcats varsity squad leaned on standout performances from sophomore Sina Nelson, who led with 15 kills and four blocks, and senior Callie Cousins,...
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 Sept. 22 Traffic Stops: 15 2:51 p.m. – A caller reported a disabled vehicle in the middle of the road on Hawk Creek Rd. 5:59 p.m. – A hit and run was reported on West Broadway in Reardan. 8:44 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 Sept. 15 Traffic Stops: 6 11:41 a.m. – A landlord requested a welfare check on a tenant that no longer has a phone. 1:09 p.m. – Medical assistance was requested for an unresponsive 16 year old in...
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 Sept. 8 Traffic Stops: 6 9:55 a.m. – A person called to report a possible person in their locked vehicle. 10:49 a.m. – A Sprague resident called to report her neighbor is hacking into her router....
DAVENPORT - Lincoln County commissioners on Monday heard an update on workforce development efforts, with officials pointing to both successes and challenges in helping residents access training and employment. "People are our most important resource," said Pete Valdon, employment coordinator for the Workforce Services Division of Rural Resources. "We have strengthened our outreach." Valdon told commissioners he recently visited Odessa during the town's Night Out event and...
1 Years Ago Emery Tuttle received two blue foxes and intends to use them as the nucleus for a fox farm. He has prepared a pen near the Tuttle residence in Davenport. A man who forged a check on the account of John Peyton of Sprague was sentenced to 2 to 10 years in a state penitentiary. Dan Hill cashed the check at the bank in Sprague and was arrested in Cheney. Alfred Schimke was killed by a train in Pullman. The Odessa man was newly married, had recently leased a farm and was moving household goods to Odessa when he...
