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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 - The Lincoln County Fair and Rodeo ran Thursday, Aug. 21, through Saturday, Aug. 23, drawing large crowds and showcasing local talent and agriculture. Attendees enjoyed a variety of food vendors, livestock exhibits, and competitions, organizers said. The fruits and vegetables department proved particularly popular, while a rare duck entry caught the attention of fairgoers and judges. The floral department received the Fair Commissioners' Black and White Award for it...
DAVENPORT - A Davenport woman accused of bringing drugs into the Lincoln County Jail was arraigned Tuesday, Aug. 26, in Lincoln County Superior Court. Bobbie Jo Edwards, 49, originally faced one count of possession of a controlled substance with intent to deliver and one count of second-degree introducing contraband. Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Bruce Cox filed a motion to dismiss the felony charges without prejudice, saying the case will instead be handled in District Court....
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 18 Traffic Stops: 10 6:11 a.m. – A dead deer was reported laying in the center of Highway 2 east of Reardan. 6:11 a.m. – A resident called to request a check on her residence after receivi...
FORD - A local man accused of cutting trees without permission and possessing stolen firearms was sentenced Tuesday, Aug. 26, in Lincoln County Superior Court. Thomas Holt, 53, of Ford, pleaded guilty after prosecutors amended his charges to two counts of second-degree unlawful possession of a firearm and one count of third-degree theft. He had originally faced three counts of unlawful possession of a firearm, possession of a stolen firearm and third-degree theft. Holt had an...
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...
PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR LINCOLN COUNTY No. 25-4- 00031-22 In the Matter of the Estate of JOAN D. HERRINGTON, Deceased The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as personal representative 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 by serving o...
DAVENPORT - A Davenport man accused of taking prescription pills from his mother pleaded not guilty to a second-degree robbery charge in Lincoln County Superior Court. Lincoln County Superior Court judge Adam Walser presided over the preliminary appearance of Victor Alfrado Jordan, 35, of Davenport, who attorney Dave Hearrean represented after filing for a public defender on Tuesday, Aug. 19. Jordan agreed to the use of pretrial restraints, and Hearrean was formally appointed...
DAVENPORT - Broadband funding and infrastructure updates highlighted the Lincoln County commissioners' meeting on Monday, Aug. 18, as officials reviewed ongoing projects and county finances. Treasury officials told commissioners there was a possibility federal funds could be pulled from broadband development, though the state broadband office assured the county that projects are moving forward. "We are spending on all three of them, which is important," said Margie Hall,...
DAVENPORT — Lincoln County election officials have certified the results of Tuesday’s primary election, confirming winners across local races. “The votes didn’t change since our last count yesterday [Monday, Aug. 18],” said Norm Caley, Lincoln County elections Manager. Republican Ty Albertson leads the prosecuting attorney race with 96.76% of the vote. Voter turnout was 24.14%, with 2,114 ballots counted out of 8,756 registered voters. In city races, Michael Strite won Davenport Councilman No. 1 with 55.06% of the vote, fol...
DAVENPORT — Classrooms across Lincoln County will welcome students next week, with Davenport, Harrington, and Odessa schools starting Wednesday, Aug. 27, and Reardan School District beginning Monday, Aug. 25. Davenport superintendent Chad Prewitt said staff have been preparing for the new year. “Next Wednesday will be our first day of school,” he said. “Everyone is excited to welcome the kids back.” The district added new staff, is considering bringing back driver’s education, and expanded college-level classes for student...
DAVENPORT - A California woman plead guilty to causing a 2023 crash on Interstate 90 that killed her romantic partner, 22-year-old Angel A. Cuevas of George, was sentenced Tuesday, Aug. 19, in Lincoln County Superior Court. Litzy Arvizo, 24, of Merced, Calif., pleaded guilty to vehicular homicide before Judge Jeff Barkdull, with her public defender, Dave Hearrean, by her side. Barkdull imposed a 24-month prison sentence with 18 months of community custody, a significant...
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 11 Traffic Stops: 11 8:43 a.m. – A man called to report a neighbor that appears to have mental health issues. 11:44 a.m. – A citizen called to request contact regarding a person staying...
FORD - A local man accused of cutting timber without permission and possessing stolen firearms was returned to Lincoln County Superior Court Tuesday, Aug. 19. Thomas Holt, 54, faces three counts of unlawful possession of a firearm, one count of possession of a stolen firearm, and third-degree theft. His public defender, Dave Hearrean, told the court Holt will return next Tuesday, Aug. 26, to change his plea. Holt was arrested Monday, May 13, after deputies responded to a...
DAVENPORT - A local man facing multiple domestic violence charges appeared in Lincoln County Superior Court on Tuesday, April 19, where his trial was again delayed following a request for a continuance. Christopher Matthew Kilian, 48, and his public defender, Dave Hearrean, told the court Kilian had recently completed nearly three months of treatment and asked for more time before trial. "I was in treatment for almost three months. It was great," Kilian said in court. The...
1 years ago Someone evidently in need of an automobile tire, jacked up the wheel of Mrs. Helena Schmike’s car right in front of her home on Third St in Odessa and took a new casing, tube and rim. A. L. Smalley, president of the First National Bank of Sprague, a pioneer and prominent citizen of Lincoln County for more than 35 years, was killed when his automobile was struck by a train. F. B. Rennie, state highway patrolman was here Saturday looking over trucks in this section to see that they were not overloaded. Mr. R...
DAVENPORT — A Davenport man accused of first-degree voyeurism will face a one-day trial Wednesday, Sept. 10, in Lincoln County Superior Court. “Judge, we are ready,” said defense attorney David Hearrean, representing Austin A. Anderson, 24. Honorable Judge Jeffrey S. Barkdull presided over the readiness hearing Tuesday, Aug. 19. Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Ty Albertson told the court the state will present one exhibit and call two witnesses. The exhibit list is due the Friday before trial. Proceedings are scheduled to begin...
Davenport birthdays Aug. 21: Peyton Smith, Johnathon Cannon, Rusty McGuire, Patti Anderson Aug. 23: Reklynn Todd Aug. 24: Desirae Wagner, Quinton Withey, Scout Sewall Aug. 25: Braxton Collins Aug. 26: Alex Merserve, Cliff Anderson Aug. 27: Brilee Sewall, Ellie Telford, Jimmy Cunningham Davenport anniversaries Aug. 21: Colin and Lila Woodland, Stan and Lee Liebing Aug. 23: Matt and Kylee Balance Aug. 25: Ken and Teresa Vesneske, Tyler and Kalah Dehn, Andrew and Janie Schreck Aug. 26: Bo and Victoria Gunning, Ralph and Alice...
DAVENPORT - The sturgeon fishing season on Lake Roosevelt will open Sept. 16 and run through Nov. 30. According to the state Department of Fish and Wildlife, Lake Roosevelt, from Grand Coulee Dam to the Canadian border, offers fishermen a chance to target white sturgeon in one of the region's premier fisheries. "The bulk of the sturgeon population occurs in the northern third of the lake from around Gifford upstream," state District No. 1 fish biologist Bill Baker said. To...
REARDAN — As the 2025 high school football season kicks off, Reardan High School coach Matt Clouse and Davenport High School coach Tim Rasmussen are readying their teams for a competitive year in Northeast Washington. Both coaches, also educators, shared expectations, key players, and the broader impact of football on their student-athletes. At Reardan High School, head coach and math teacher Matt Clouse has high hopes for his team. “We want smart, disciplined, hard-nosed Reardan football,” Clouse said. “We aim to improve wee...
The Davenport pool sits busy on Tuesday, Aug. 19, as it nears the end of the season. The pool will close Saturday, Aug. 23. The Odessa pool wrapped up its summer season Sunday, Aug. 17....
REARDAN — Innovia Foundation recently awarded thousands of dollars in scholarships to local students — many from Davenport, Wilbur-Creston, and Reardan-Edwall — to support their pursuit of higher education and career goals. Jakari Singleton from Reardan-Edwall High School was awarded a $1,000 Mondovi Grange/Wilson Farm Scholarship to study business management at Big Bend Community College. Singleton said the field matches his leadership and organizational skills while keeping career options open. Other Reardan students recei...
Davenport birthdays Aug. 14: Jerri Madison, Lillian Phillips Aug 15: Adney Lacy, Stephanie Linstrum Aug. 16: Andrew Schreck, Janelle Hiccox, Chelsea Fenn, John Mandere Aug. 17: Janie Schreck, Ketner Kragt, Everett Prewitt Aug. 18: Gene Hein, Renzley Gunning Aug. 19: Erich Hein, Hunter McCluskey Aug. 20: Chris Honey, Tim Zeiler, Ryan Cash, Avery Cash, Matt Wagner, Lance Johnson Davenport anniversaries Aug. 15: Roger and Noreen Hutfless Aug. 16: John and Janelle Hiccox Reardan birthdays Aug. 15: Tom Zwainz, Toby Brunette Aug....
1 years ago Smoke from forest fires was so dense that it obscured the sun at Odessa, many miles in every direction from the scenes of the different blazes, for several days the first of the week. 10 head of cattle belonging to G. G. McMath, Spokane River rancher, died last week after eating a weed later identified by Washington State College as poison parsnip. Plans for 10 miles of grading and surfacing on State road number 22 from Inkster lake to Detillion bridge in Lincoln County north of Davenport have been completed by...
DAVENPORT —Lincoln NFL Flag Football has opened registration for its upcoming season, inviting boys and girls ages 5 to 12 across Lincoln County to participate. The non-contact program, serving Davenport, Reardan, Ritzville, Harrington, Odessa, and Wilbur, fosters football fundamentals, sportsmanship, teamwork, and community engagement in an inclusive environment. “This is our third year as league and town coordinators. We both have kids who play, so when we were presented with the opportunity to become coordinators, we sai...
