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PUBLIC NOTICE ORDINANCE 1208 AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING THE VACATION OF ALLEY RIGHT OF WAY, CITY OF DAVENPORT, LINCOLN COUNTY, WASHINGTON. SUMMARY FOR PUBLICATION This ordinance vacates the alley adjacent to lots 1-10 of Block 10, Essig’s Addition, to the City of Davenport, Lincoln County, WA. This alley is located from the easternmost border of 13th Street, Easterly approximately 250 ft to 12th Street between Logan and Sinclair Street. Published this 18th day of SEPTEMBER 2025. David M. Leath Clerk/Treasurer City of Davenport 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. 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 - City Council members worked through a packed agenda Wednesday, Sept. 10, addressing community signage, senior banners, alley vacations and funding requests from local groups. Carolyn and 3C Creations and Expressions presented a solution for the east sign problem. Later, four women approached the council about hanging senior banners this year, saying they would raise money to cover costs and recruit volunteers to hang them. "We'll first ask parents to pay, and if...
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...
DAVENPORT — A Lincoln County man accused of stealing a car earlier this year will wait until October to face trial after attorneys requested more time to prepare. Scott C.J. Skenandore-Kieffer, 38, appeared in Superior Court on Tuesday, September 16, for a status hearing before visiting Judge Dan B. Johnson. “Mr. Skenandore-Kieffer is here today. I spoke with him last night,” said his public defender, Victoria Iverson. “He has accepted an offer from the state.” A plea agreement is in the works, with the case continued...
DAVENPORT - The varsity Gorillas girls volleyball team swept the St. George's Dragons in three sets on Tuesday, showcasing dominant play in their home opener. The Gorillas won 25-16, 25-10, and 25-13, fueled by strong serving and defensive efforts before a lively home crowd. Senior McCall Knopp led Davenport with 21 serves, three aces, one kill, and two blocks. Senior Astraya Sosa contributed 11 serves, three aces, and 17 saves, while senior Faith Bell added 10 serves, one ace...
DAVENPORT - Davenport volleyball opened the 2025-26 league season with a 3-0 sweep against Kettle Falls on Saturday, Sept. 6, at home, winning all three sets 25-19, 25-5, and 25-11. The junior varsity team also went 5-0 in their matchup. Senior Naomi Rainwater led with 16 kills, senior Faith Bell had 16 assists, senior Astraya Sosa recorded 12 aces, junior Tatum Hupp notched 10 digs, and senior McCall Knopp and sophomore Sophia Denison each had one block. Head coach Jill...
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...
DAVENPORT - A Fruitland man charged in connection with a camper burglary received a 45-day jail sentence Tuesday, Sept. 9, in Lincoln County Superior Court after reaching a plea deal with prosecutors. Andrew Lee Martin, 44, pleaded guilty to first-degree vehicle prowling, while charges of second-degree theft and malicious mischief were dismissed. His offender score was calculated as one. The state recommended 45 days in jail, with restitution left open for 180 days. "I don'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 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...
DAVENPORT — A Spokane man failed to appear for a scheduled court hearing Tuesday on charges of motor vehicle theft. Scott Skenandore-Kieffer, 36, is accused of stealing a 1994 Geo Prism from a Hawk Creek Road residence on April 10, 2024. “He was here last time. I do not know why he is not here today,” said his public defender, Victoria Iverson. The court struck a trial date and set a $5,000 bond for Skenandore-Kieffer’s arrest. According to the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded after the vehicle’s...
1 years ago No school will be held in the Level district, northeast of Davenport, this year. A school bus will be operated to transport students in the area to school in Davenport. The wheat market has dropped this week and this morning’s quotations are $1.35 for Bluestem, Baart and Marquis. Not much wheat has been sold in this section but reports are that large sales have been made along the Milwaukee line. 75 years ago Coach John Gillis has been holding turnouts of football candidates for the 1950 team of the Odessa T...
Davenport birthdays Sept. 12: Chris Harper, Chloe Morgan, Elijah Morgan, Colt Johnston, Kasara Storer, Sept. 13: Sara Jacobsen, Danyel Deane, Kristen Wilkie Sept. 14: Floyd Warwick Sept. 15: Sabrina Warwick, Greg Buchmann, Max Mielke, Stan Reider, Daxton Sewall, Susan Dashiell, Michael Dodson Sept. 16: Leona Carr, Marilyn Dorgan, David Forest, Richard Hayes,Donna Mathis Sept. 17: Dave Anderson, Torri Mielke, Megan Hayes Davenport anniversaries Sept. 11: Doug and Juliann Janke Sept. 12: Erich and Janelle Hein Sept. 13: Weston...
DAVENPORT - The Inchelium Hornets defeated the Davenport Gorillas 46-26 in a non-conference varsity football game Friday, Sept. 5, at the Davenport Gorillas football field. Inchelium's passing game overwhelmed Davenport, with quarterback Derek Perez and wide receiver Gade Stenbar connecting for two touchdowns. The Hornets used their speed to exploit gaps in the Gorillas' defense. Davenport relied on a strong rushing attack, highlighted by a 70-yard touchdown run from sophomore...
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...
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...
