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1 years ago Mrs. Jennie O’Bell Young, former postmistress at Rocklyn was placed under arrest for a secret federal indictment on a charge of embezzlement. She is charged with taking $800. Mrs. O’Bell Young and her husband are set to appear for trial next month for arson regarding the fire of the Rocklyn store. Washington State has seen rapid growth in the number of licensed automobiles. As of the end of 1910 there were only 4,547 licensed vehicles and at the end of 1924 there are 307,658. The Odessa High School Varsity bas...
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS #: 23-66567 Title Order #: TSG2310-WA-3856682 Grantor: TRE SCHALK AND KAITLIN COOPER, HUSBAND AND WIFE Current beneficiary of the deed of trust: Planet Home Lending, LLC Current trustee of the deed of trust: North Star Trustee, LLC Current mortgage servicer for the deed of trust: Planet Home Lending, LLC Reference number of the deed of trust: 2022 0492498 Parcel Number(s): 0702015001020 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee, North Star Trustee, LLC will on 1/24/2025, at 9:00 AM a...
NOTICE: CITY OF DAVENPORT PROPOSED AVISTA FRANCHISE RENEWAL PUBLIC HEARING A public Hearing will be held on January 8, 2025 at 7:05pm in the Council Chamber of Davenport City Hall to hear public comment on the proposed renewal of the Avista Franchise Agreement. Ordinance No. 1205 will grant Avista Corporation dba Avista Utilities a non-exclusive public utility franchise to locate, construct, install, own, maintain, repair, reconstruct, operate and use facilities within the City’s public right of way [the Franchise Area] f...
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) LINCOLN COUNTY FOR AN ARCHAEOLOGICAL MONITORING PLAN NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Board of County Commissioners of Lincoln County, Washington that proposals will be received until 3:00 on Monday, January 13, 2025 at one of the following locations: by mail to the Board of Lincoln County Commissioners P.O. Box28, Davenport WA 99122-0028 OR in person: Office of the Board of County Commissioners Clerk of the Board’s desk at 450 Logan Street, lower level of the County Courthouse, Davenport WA. It s...
DAVENPORT — Most major banks, post offices, and shipping services will be closed on New Year’s Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1. National retailers, grocery stores, and restaurant chains will largely remain open, though some may operate with reduced hours. Exceptions include Costco, Trader Joe’s, and Texas Roadhouse, which will be closed. The Lincoln County Record-Times will also be closed Wednesday, Jan. 1, and will reopen Thursday, Jan. 2. The Lincoln County Courthouse will also be closed in observance of the holid...
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. December 15 Traffic Stops: 14 At 4:24 a.m., a man called, reporting he had recently left a resident in the Look Lake area where an altercation had occurred between himself and a female friend. He advised tha...
The annual ASB Wrestling Rumble brought the ultimate holiday showdown Friday, Dec. 20: Santa vs. the Grinch in a rematch for the ages. At one point, the Grinch nearly had Santa pinned, but with a jolly move, Santa turned the tables, throwing the Grinch faster than you can say "Ho, ho, ho!" Pictured, the pair also brought holiday treats for students. For more on wrestling, see Pages B1 and B3....
DAVENPORT - Lincoln County commissioners and community members gathered Wednesday, Dec. 18, for a groundbreaking ceremony at the Lincoln County Fairgrounds to celebrate the start of construction on a new indoor rodeo arena. The $2 million project, funded through state capital grants, will provide a multi-use indoor space for events such as barrel racing, rodeos, dog shows and even weddings. "We got a grant from the state capital for $1 million, and we've allocated $970,000...
DAVENPORT — The Lincoln County Commissioners appointed Ty Albertson, 41, as the new prosecuting attorney during their meeting on Monday, December 16. Albertson will officially assume the role on January 13, following the resignation of current Prosecuting Attorney Adam Walser, who will assume Lincoln County Superior Court Judge. “I am very excited and very grateful that they selected me,” said Albertson. “It shows a lot of faith in me, and I appreciate that. I am excited for the challenge.” “The commissioners picked my s...
DAVENPORT — County Commissioners Scott Hutsell and Jo Gilchrist will officially be sworn into their elected positions on Monday, Dec. 30, at 1:30 p.m. at the Lincoln County Courthouse. Gilchrist, who was appointed in 2023 after the retirement of Commissioner Mark Stedman, ran for a full four-year term this year and successfully secured the seat. “I ran alongside Scott Hutsell, and now I’m excited to begin my full term. Scott is beginning his fifth term as commissioner, and there are only a few commissioners in their fifth ter...
DAVENPORT — The Davenport City Council has approved a $7.8 million budget for 2025, including adjustments to water and sewer rates to ensure sustainable operations and financial stability. The $7.8 million budget outlines estimated revenues of $8,854,290 and proposed expenditures totaling $7,810,500, covering the city’s financial needs for the coming fiscal year. City Administrator Steve Goemmel explained that water and sewer rate adjustments were initially approved in early November, but changes were made after add...
DAVENPORT — Reports have surfaced of a local business and a county resident receiving phone calls from an individual claiming to be a “lieutenant,” giving commands and making unusual demands. The incidents, although unrelated, share several similarities. Authorities have clarified that neither the FBI, Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, nor any other law enforcement agency will make phone calls to give verbal commands or issue demands. While it is not uncommon to receive follow-up calls from law enforcement agencies, such ca...
DAVENPORT — The county received 3 to 4 inches of total snowfall on Monday, Dec. 16, and Tuesday, Dec. 17, but the National Weather Service says the snow will not last long. According to National Weather Service Meteorologist Steven VanHorn, only mountainous areas are expected to snow this Christmas, as current and ongoing snowfall will likely melt in lower elevations and valley regions. “We did get some snow across a lot of the Inland Northwest, mostly north of I-90 and in the basin,” VanHorn said. “We got snow from [Highwa...
DAVENPORT — A man convicted of second-degree theft in Lincoln County Superior Court pleaded for his release, citing urgent medical concerns during a hearing Tuesday, Dec. 17. Shaun Michael Willhite, 44, apologized for his actions and asked the court for immediate release due to a serious medical condition. “I would like to apologize for the situation,” Willhite said. “My name will never come across your desks again. That is a promise on my word. I will never be in a situation like this again.” Willhite also told the court...
Lorraine Joyce Duffy Lorraine (86) was born on Sept.15, 1938 in Odessa, Wash. Passed away in Spokane, Wash. Dec. 8, 2024. A Celebration of life will be held at a later date. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.stratefuneralhome.com for the Duffy family. Strate Funeral Home, Davenport is caring for the family....
Deral Duane Boleneus Apr. 1, 1934 – Dec. 6, 2024 Deral Duane Boleneus, born on April 1, 1934, in Spokane, Wash., passed away at the age of 90 on Dec. 6, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alice Reinbold Boleneus and Lewis F. Boleneus, his stepfather, Walter P. Nelson, and his brother, Lyle F. Boleneus. He was also preceded in death by his two beloved wives, Marilyn Guhlke Boleneus and Ardell Denison Beardslee Boleneus, to whom he was married for 32 years each. D...
Davenport birthdays Dec. 19: Kim Hansen, Vicki Nicholls, Tom Schreck Dec. 20: Acacia Plasencia, Delbert Bain Dec. 21: Emma Cash, Gary King, Miranda Sanford, Meghann Steinolfson, Mike Storer Dec. 22: Brad Sweet, Kevin Katz, Marlee McKeehan, Theresa Blankenship, Zeke Johnson, Dec. 23: Ken Vesneske, Regan Oliver, Kelly Graber, Lila Woodland Dec. 24: Rob Morcom, Marcos Munz Dec. 25: Manuela Hinkey Davenport anniversaries Dec. 20: Loren and Barbara Ensor, Josh and Shawndale Smith, Daniel and Natalie Fenn Dec. 22: Tom and Patty...
DAVENPORT — The Davenport City Council discussed ongoing issues and future plans during its regular meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 11. Matt Schneider addressed the council regarding concerns about the city’s farming contract and the treatment of his supplier. Schneider, representing Schneider Farms, requested modifications to the current agreement and suggested a meeting to resolve the issues. Mayor Jonathan Chapman recommended Schneider meet with City Administrator Steve Goemmel to discuss the matter further. Mayor Chapman als...
REARDAN - A handmade poster in the high school's gymnasium labeled the building as The Drop Zone in a nod to the paratroopers of World War II's Screaming Eagles, with whom the school identifies. That's what it was when the Screaming Eagles dropped 91 points on Davenport in their 91-43 Winterfest game on Friday, Dec. 13. As the grand finale of Winterfest week, the teams played with energy and emotion in front of a packed house. Reardan seniors Jakari Singleton and Rysen...
REARDAN - Two years ago when the Screaming Eagles' girls hosted Davenport in their annual Winterfest basketball game, the visiting Gorillas pummeled them 67-14. On Friday, Dec. 13, the teams met again. This time, behind Tenice Waters' 20 point effort, Reardan came out on top, winning 43-40. From the outset, it appeared the game might go down to the wire, and it did. Waters scored eight points and Davenport's Glenna Soliday scored seven points in their first quarter shoot-out...
REARDAN – Separated by 13 miles of wheat fields, the schools in Davenport and Reardan have more in common than not. The students honor their traditions and model the core values of their communities. Last week they took part in Winterfest, a five-day spirited battle that highlighted each school's competitive nature through dress up days and contests, with the goal of winning the coveted "Golden Plunger," while raising awareness for local food banks. By week's end, W...
REARDAN – After squeaking by Davenport the night before, the Screaming Eagles' girls basketball team won a hard fought game against Northwest Christian Saturday, Dec. 14. Tenice Waters' dominance in the fourth quarter catapulted Reardan to the 61-53 win. When the teams met last season, NWC won by 24 points over the freshman heavy squad fielded by Reardan coach Bob Swannack. In the game's opening minutes, Waters lit the fuse for her explosive night with two quick 3-point shots...
DAVENPORT – In Winterfest's first annual "Battle for the Belt," the Gorillas' wrestling team defeated Reardan 66-12 giving them the right to display the championship belt in their trophy case until Winterfest 2025. The wrestling meet was one of many competitions between the schools during the week-long event. At the conclusion of Winterfest, the "Golden Plunger" will be awarded to the school that tallied the most points in the various competitions. Davenport had more a...
