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*All games subject to postponement or cancellation due to inclement weather or COVID-19 concerns. Thursday, Feb. 25 Davenport soccer vs. St. George’s @ 3 p.m. Davenport volleyball vs. Chewelah @ 6:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 26 Davenport football at Asotin @ 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 27 2B high/middle school cross country meet at Asotin @ noon Harrington volleyball at Valley Christian @ noon Davenport soccer vs. Northwest Christian @ 1 p.m. Reardan soccer at St. George’s @ 1 p.m. Reardan football vs. Kettle Falls @ 1 p.m. Monday, Mar...
Courthouse Beat 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 does not release names of individuals who report possible criminal or suspicious activities to dispatchers or alleged victims for this column. NOTE: Several listings are missing locations because the Lincoln County Sheriff’s office did not include in its report to the media. March 16 A caller reported a suspicious person at Harrington Park...
HARRINGTON - With available activities outside the home seemingly decreasing each day, golf remains a game that can be played without any close contact to anybody. As of press time, the Harrington Golf and Country Club remains open as long as golfers are willing to practice safe social distancing. "We're going to be open as long as we are allowed to be," manager Melissa Gilmore said. "When you are on the golf course, you aren't within six feet of one another unless you ride...
Harrington's Food Bank practiced social distancing during its most recent distribution day. An assortment of food was boxed ahead of time for customers arriving at the front doors of the Harrington Church of the Nazarene. One patron at a time was called to check in and receive supplies. Extra items were also available, but a new rule was invoked: If you touch it, take it. The Harrington Library has closed for the month of March. No fines will be issued and smaller books may be returned at the drop box to the left of the door...
Harrington – On Wednesday, March 4, members of the Eastern Washington University football team traveled to Harrington for a Reading Rally with school students. Children from preschool age up to high school seniors participated. The university football players read to students gathered in elementary classrooms before a question and answer session. The students and football players then went outside to toss footballs and enjoy the mild weather. Students in grades 7-12 d...
Davenport – COVID-19 continues to spread across Washington and the U.S. as local, state and federal officials – as well as private entities – take action. As of press time, there is one confirmed case of the virus, popularly known as coronavirus, in Lincoln County. There are also confirmed cases in neighboring Lincoln and Spokane counties as well as a death in nearby Grant County. The number of confirmed cases in the state has grown to 1,012 with 52 deaths. The majority of th...
City Council meeting Harrington mayor pro tem Nathan Luck has requested a correction to the most recent published account of the February city council meeting. At issue was the statement that the city clerk had obtained a credit card without council authorization. The discussion in the Feb. 12 meeting began with sitting mayor Justin Slack stating that the city does not have a credit card. In response to this, clerk Janice Cepeda was recorded in her minutes as saying, “The clerk informed council that the city does have an Amaz...
Jerry Kern, son of Jim and Dee Kern, died unexpectedly on March 3, 2020 at the age of 48 at his home in Granbury, TX. Jerry was born in Spokane on May 31, 1971. He was affectionately known as "Bear" to those who knew and loved him. He graduated from Liberty High School in 1990 and Boise State University in 1996 with a degree in English writing. He also attended Eastern Washington University and graduated in 1998 with a degree in Graphic Communication. Jerry married Michelle...
HOHS The Harrington Opera House Society held an Open House on March 2 with about 20 persons enjoying hors d’oeuvres and conversation during the 6 p.m. social hour. At the 7 p.m. business meeting, discouraged by the legal requirements and liability factor, the Society opted not to pursue the purchase of a defibrillator for the building. A suggestion was made that the Society invest instead in an extensive first-aid kit. There was also discussion of the possibility of providing public first-aid training. A total of $2,000 w...
HARRINGTON – The school district music program is hosting a fundraising performance at the Post and Office coffee shop at 2 S. Third St., Harrington, at 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 7. Five students plus the Hawk Creek Acoustic Guitar Duo, Lynn Caddel and Randy Beamer, will perform together under the direction of professional guitarist turned high school music teacher Robert Vierschilling. During a rehearsal in the high school music room on Tuesday, Fe. 25, the mellow sounds o...
Sheriff and Jail 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 does not release names of individuals who report possible criminal or suspicious activities to dispatchers or alleged victims for this column. Feb. 24 A wandering dog was found in Harrington. A medical clinic requested a welfare check for a person who had suffered a stroke. A caller from the Schwartz Rd. area of Davenport reported a man on...
The Harrington City Council met Feb. 12, with council member Justin Slack chairing the meeting. Present were council members Nathan Luck, Peter Davenport and Levi Schenk, Clerk Janice Cepeda, Maintenance Supervisor Scott McGowan, Treasurer Mike Cronrath, Casie Monge and visitors Denisa Holling, Dave Buddrius, Billie Herron, Carol, Lorraine Gilliland, Tim Tipton, Marge Womach, Jay Gossett, Jill Barth and Lincoln County Undersheriff Kelly Watkins. Cherie MacClellan’s resignation from the position of mayor pro tem and from t...
Sheriff and Jail 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 does not release names of individuals who report possible criminal or suspicious activities to dispatchers or alleged victims for this column. Feb. 14 A Moses Lake caller reported an assault in the Spring Canyon area. A two vehicle collision was reported on SR 231 A Davenport caller form the 100 block of Sinclair St. reported an una...
HARRINGTON – Members of the Opera House Society met Feb. 3 to discuss building repairs and the possible purchase of a defibrillator. Gordon and Billie Herron, Ed and Bunny Haugan, Becky Moeller, Karen Robertson, Sheryl and Mark Stedman, Linda Wagner and Ellen Evans were present. Members discussed the need for a new lobby door handle and the need for specialized carpentry for a lobby handrail. Billie Herron offered to find someone with the skills to deal with the problem of attaching a handrail to the historic brick wall. The...
HARRINGTON – The Harrington Area Chamber of Commerce met Feb. 5 to discuss Cruizin’ Harrington car show and related activities the third weekend of May. Vice President Cade Clarke presided over the meeting; attendees were Paula Harrington, Heather Slack, Jill Barth, Cindy Haase, Amber Zagwell, Tyler James and Karen Robertson. During the discussion, the chamber noted a quilt show in the Opera House will be a part of this year’s upcoming event. And the Studebaker Garage will offer a barbecue dinner with Harrington Homem...
HARRINGTON – Ashlee Green, 18, has been hired as a paraprofessional educator for Harrington schools. Paraeducators help teachers and may perform other duties such as helping in the cafeteria, Superintendent Wayne Massie said. "I currently work with select secondary students during their English and math classes," Green said, " I monitor meals and recesses, and work in the special education room with younger students on improving their reading skills." Green is earning a d...
Sheriff and jail 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 does not release names of individuals who report possible criminal or suspicious activities to dispatchers or alleged victims for this column. Feb. 10 A Lincoln County caller requested a welfare check on an elderly person living without electricity in their home. A Lincoln County caller reported a verbally assaultive, floor punching mal...
SPANGLE - Davenport wrestler Alex Plasencia only spent a minute-and-a-half on the mat last Thursday, Feb. 6, en route to an easy gold medal at 145 pounds. Plasencia received two byes to open the 1B/2B League-South district wrestling tournament at Liberty High School. Then he pinned Noah Sievers of Liberty in 45 seconds in the semifinals and Mike Bauman of Northwest Christian (Colbert) in 46 seconds. Plasencia led the Gorillas as the team finished second overall with 246...
HARRINGTON – The school district has received a $3.25 million state grant for building repairs and upgrades, according to Superintendent Wayne Massie. The funds will be used for a roof and roof mounted heating, ventilation and air conditioning system replacement. “It’s a huge deal for our district,” Massie said “It’s been a lifesaver.” Massie said the current roof leaks and the HVAC system has aged past its useful lifespan. McKinstry, an energy savings and contractor ma...
Sheriff and Jail 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 does not release names of individuals who report possible criminal or suspicious activities to dispatchers or alleged victims for this column. Feb.3 A Lincoln County caller reported a dark colored car parked partly on Waukon road as a possible traffic hazard. A Caller reported a truck driven recklessly and going into Davenport. Feb 4 A Dav...
Odessa vs. Harrington On February 4, the lady Tigers were to face Harrington, but the Panthers have had to cancel the remainder of their varsity season because they had too few girls. The forfeit credits two points to Odessa as a formality. The February 12 playoff game against Northport at home in Odessa will be reported on in next week’s issue of The Odessa Record....
HARRINGTON — There will be a vaccination clinic March 22 in town and a spay/neuter clinic in April at Studebaker garage. Mobile Pet Vet will provide services for the spay/neuter services, officials said. No other details were provided....
SUPERIOR COURT John F. Strohmaier, Judge Criminal Sentencings Joshua J. Tonasket, 25, Keller, changed plea to guilty for a charge of residential burglary, sentenced to 6 months in jail. New Criminal Cases David W. McCoy, 41, Almira, charged with one count theft in the first degree, one count theft in the second degree, one count money laundering, , two counts identity theft in the first degree, in connection to an incident on taking place between Nov. 6, 2019 and Jan. 9, 2020, in which McCoy is accused of making fraudulent...
HOHS events meeting The Harrington Opera House Society’s events committee met January 21 at city hall with Robert Vierschilling, Heather Slack, Kris Moritz, Ellen Evans, Mark Stedman, Karen Robertson and Linda Wagner present. In preparation for the meeting, an Excel workbook was prepared for viewing on the DropBox website showing some of the possible future events being considered. Robertson said: “The meeting was very productive with several more ideas, performers and presenters added to the list of potential events. Bef...
Historic Lyceums Harrington had a wide range of entertainments during pioneer days and the years following the 1902 incorporation of the Town of Harrington. At various times the promoters of entertainment scheduled a lyceum course. As early as 1889 the Hinshaws went to attend a lyceum at the Little Creek school house. Unfortunately, their sleigh broke down and they were picked up by another sleigh, all part of winter entertainment. In March of 1896, Lamona held its concluding Lyceum for the season with an elegant lunch...
