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NOTICE OF MEETING TIME CHANGE LINCOLN COUNTY NOXIOUS WEED CONTROL BOARD The Lincoln County Noxious Weed Control Board’s regular meeting for the month of September has changed from September 15th at 10:00 AM, to September 10th at 10:00 AM. The meeting will be held in the conference room of the Weed Board office, located at 405 Ross St., Davenport. 509-725-3646 By: Melissa Kenney-Wiley Program Assistant Lincoln County Noxious Weed Control Board Published September 4 and 11, 2025...
DAVENPORT - The 25th annual Vintage Harvest Festival, held Sept. 6, at Todd Guhlke's wheat farm off Highway 2 at the Red Barn, drew hundreds to celebrate Lincoln County's farming history. The free event featured vintage machinery demonstrations, a car show by the Road Knights Car Club, live music by Hawk Creek Band, and food from an FFA lunch and Sonnenberg cateredHarvest Dinner for a fee. Donations for a Button to Ride supported the Lincoln County Historical Society....
DAVENPORT - A Poulsbo man accused of multiple counts of identity theft and forgery appeared in Lincoln County Superior Court on Tuesday, Sept. 9. David Samuel Lord, 50, was arraigned on 12 counts of identity theft in the second degree and one count of second-degree theft. He pled not guilty. Defense attorney Dave Hearrean, who previously represented Lord, was appointed again. "Mr. Lord actually turned himself in a few days ago," Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Bruce Cox said in co...
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. 1 Traffic Stops: 4 10:17 a.m. – A disabled boat needing a tow was reported. 11:07 a.m. – A burglary alarm was reported. 11:12 a.m. – Mutual aid was requested in keeping the water clear for...
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT CITY OF DAVENPORT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Davenport Planning Commission that a public hearing will be held on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at 7:05 p.m. The hearing will be held in the Davenport City Hall located at 411 Morgan Street. It is to consider an application from Sandra McDart for a conditional use permit to for a home occupation for a hair salon. The property involved is described as: Lots 14 and 15, and Lot 13 Except the East 25 feet thereof, Block 67 of...
NOTICE OF MEETING TIME CHANGE LINCOLN COUNTY NOXIOUS WEED CONTROL BOARD The Lincoln County Noxious Weed Control Board’s regular meeting for the month of September has changed from September 15th at 10:00 AM, to September 10th at 10:00 AM. The meeting will be held in the conference room of the Weed Board office, located at 405 Ross St., Davenport. 509-725-3646 By: Melissa Kenney-Wiley Program Assistant Lincoln County Noxious Weed Control Board Published September 4 and 11, 2025...
RITZVILLE - Despite the power on the lights going out, twice, the Ritzville Rodeo was able to conclude its Friday night performance. The rodeo concluded on Saturday, Aug. 30. On Friday night, the rodeo kicked off with Calf roping. Diesel Downey finished with a time of 17.5 seconds, but the winner (not including slack) was Kass Newman at 10.6 seconds. The Wild Bunch Trick Riders gave a performance between the calf roping and breakaway roping events. In Breakaway, Madison...
PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR LINCOLN COUNTY No. 25-4 -00033-22 In the Matter of the Estate of MARY ELLEN SCHARFF, Deceased The Co-Personal Representatives named below have been appointed as co-personal representatives of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent that arose before the decedent’s death must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 b...
DAVENPORT - Lightning strikes over the Labor Day weekend sparked multiple fires in the area, including incidents on Sterret Road, Egypt Loop, and Linstrum, officials said. The National Weather Service reported about 20 lightning strikes over the weekend, with the most occurring Sunday, Aug. 31. Craig Sweet, District 5 fire chief, said his department handled three fires in the district while assisting neighboring stations with others. "In my district we had one at Sterret Road...
DAVENPORT - A sweeping water rights review that could reshape ownership and access to Lake Roosevelt is advancing, with state officials briefing Lincoln County commissioners Tuesday, Sept. 2, on plans to move forward with a formal adjudication. Representatives from the Department of Ecology outlined how decades of petitions, tribal claims and legislative directives have pushed the Upper Columbia River region toward what could be one of the largest water rights cases in state...
DAVENPORT - The trial of a local man accused in the death of a 5-month-old boy has been pushed to April 2026 after attorneys said they need more time to gather medical records from experts. Jordan Russell Mills-Jay, 31, is charged with first-degree manslaughter and second-degree murder in the June 21, 2023, death of an infant referred to in court records as "Zander." Visiting Judge Roger Sandberg of Whitman County presided over Tuesday's Sept. 2 readiness hearing in Lincoln...
DAVENPORT - A 20-year-old Cheney man accused of sexually assaulting a woman in Davenport plead not guilty Tuesday, Sept. 2, in Lincoln County Superior Court. Andre Marcel Devous was arraigned on one count of second-degree rape, a Class A felony punishable by up to life in prison and a $50,000 fine. Superior Court Judge Adam Walser presided, with Dave Hearrean appointed as Devous' public defender. Walser denied Devous' request to be released on his own recognizance, citing his...
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 25 Traffic Stops: 5 3:04 a.m. – A residential burglary alarm was reported. 9:10 a.m. – A domestic dispute involving assault was reported. 9:18 a.m. – A Davenport area caller reported...
DAVENPORT — Lincoln County commissioners are moving forward on major road and broadband projects while approving county spending. Public Works Director reported that the Harrington-Tokio road project and shoulder painting on other county roads have been completed. Work on Duck Lake is largely resurfacing, with about 7,000 cubic yards of cut material. Officials said a borrow source will be needed. The Blends Bridge project is waiting on consultant input. All concrete work for projects is prestressed and precast. Broadband d...
Davenport birthdays Sept. 5: Kerri McGuire, Emmett Prewitt, Austin Anderson, Raychell Sand Sept. 7: Tammie Buck, Luke McCluskey Sept. 8: Audrey Oehlwein Sept. 9: Roy Alspach Sept. 10: Savannah Plasencia, Scottie Kilps Davenport anniversaries Sept. 6: Scott and Debbie Hutsell Sept. 7: Brian and Morgan Morcom, Brett and Jordan Alspach, Lance and Melissa Johnson Sept. 8: Jesse and Jill Morrison, Cody and Libby Murdock, Matt and Desirae Wagner Sept. 9: Nick and Debbie Marriott Sept. 10: Cody and Shae Parker, Tom and Samantha Wilk...
1 years ago Fred Doolittle, state highway engineer, reports that Albert Smith, Spokane contractor, is about halfway through with his contract surfacing the North Central highway between Davenport and Harrington. The road is in better shape but a good rain couldn’t hurt. Sheriff Gilpatrick was called to Wilbur to investigate wheat thefts in the area. Fourteen sacks of wheat were stolen from Ed Gieb. Other farmers in the area had sacks stolen as well. Lincoln County Treasurer C. C. Gibson has filed suit against First N...
DAVENPORT - The 2025 Lincoln County Fair awarded grand champion, overall grand champion and best of show honors across multiple categories. Winners are listed by department: Educational Posters • Hesston Stanford, junior, Odessa: Best of show for lifecycle of a chicken poster. • Addison Benner, teen, Medical Lake: Best of show for Araucana vs. Ameraucana poster. Beef • Karson Knight, cloverbud, Almira: Grand champion in beef market classes. • Finn Cushman, interme...
DAVENPORT — The 2025 black bear hunting season in Lincoln County, running Aug. 1 through Nov. 15, is now underway in the Columbia Basin Black Bear Management Unit. Hunters must follow strict regulations to ensure a sustainable season, with a stable bear population and a bag limit of two adult bears, officals say. “A valid big-game license with a bear tag is required,” said JoLynn Beauchene, a Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) officer in Lincoln County. “A second tag can be purchased for a second bear, with a...
GRAND COULEE - A high-energy football jamboree at Lake Roosevelt High School on Aug. 30 showcased eight-man football with the host Raiders, Davenport Gorillas, and Tonasket Tigers. The scrimmage, featuring two-hand-touch in the pocket and tackle plays starting at the 40-yard line, used a round-robin format with each team running 10 offensive and defensive plays twice. Davenport, coached by Tim Rasmussen, relied on a young roster. Junior running back Asher Petersen gained a...
DAVENPORT — The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is tightening efforts to curb the spread of chronic wasting disease (CWD) in Lincoln County, part of the state’s Eastern Region, where the disease was confirmed in 2024. New and existing import regulations for hunters aim to prevent the spread of the fatal deer disease, with specific guidelines for those transporting harvested deer, elk, moose, or caribou. Since 2022, WDFW has barred whole carcasses from entering Washington from other states or provinces, or...
DAVENPORT - Football practices started Aug. 20 for high school teams in Davenport, Odessa and Reardan, launching the 2025 season in Lincoln County. The Davenport Gorillas have transitioned to an independent 8-man schedule due to low turnout, with 12-15 players practicing. The Odessa Tigers remain in 8-man, with practices with the team hoping to improve on last year's performance. The Reardan Screaming Eagles have a solid 30-athlete roster as they return to the Northeast 2B...
ODESSA — With the high school volleyball season just around the corner, coaches from Odessa and Davenport high schools are brimming with optimism. Both programs are focusing on building strong team dynamics, sharpening fundamental skills and fostering mental toughness. At Odessa, first-year head Coach Alli Schroeder is thrilled with her Tigers’ enthusiasm. “The enthusiasm is really high right now,” Schroeder said. To instill accountability and teamwork, she introduced a team challenge: players must collectively complet...
DAVENPORT - The Lincoln County Rodeo ran Thursday, Aug. 21, through Saturday, Aug. 23, as part of the Lincoln County Fair. These are the results from the open rodeo: In the mutton busting competition, Landen Pakootas took first place with 41 points, followed by Colter Coyne with 25 points and Lainey Maurer with 24 points. Duke Hanson won the bareback riding event with 70 points, with Kole Kough placing second with 58 points, the only other qualified ride. Casey Pearson earned...
