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Opera House Society On November 6, the Harrington Opera House Society met in the Art Room with Ed and Bunny Haugan, Billie and Gordon Herron, Carol, Linda Wagner, Marge Womach, Sheryl Stedman and Karen Robertson present. The Building Committee reported on progress on current projects, including labels for the water lines, the potential use of thermo-imaging, railings placed at the side stairs to the stage, sealing of the Art Room door and ordering of another latch for the...
On November 6, five schools from eight different towns across the Bi-County joined Odessa for the eighth Annual Bi-County STEM Challenge. Odessa, Wilbur, Lind, Sprague, Ritzville, Creston and Harrington showed up at Harrington High School at 9 a.m. to compete in the annual science-like "Junkyard Wars." Each school brought a team of six students to vie against the other schools for the traveling trophy. Team Odessa consisted of Kiegan Wehr, Colton Hunt, Tori Weishaar, Natosha...
The Harrington Senior Meals Program is actively seeking not only new seniors to dine but younger folks as well. Family, friends, business people or anyone wishing to enjoy a complete nutritious meal at noon are invited to attend. Dave Michaelson, retired chef, has assumed the helm of the center's meals program. The dining room has plenty of space for many more guests. The suggested donation for folks 60 years of age or older is $3.50, and the cost for younger folks is $8 (where else can you get a complete balanced meal for $8...
Sheriff's Report 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. Monday, Oct. 30: Responding to the 700 block of NE North Avenue, Wilbur and Creston ambulance personnel assisted a 73-year-old woman with unknown medical difficulties. She was transported to a hos...
Sheriff's Report 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. Monday, Nov. 6: A tree fell across Hawk Creek Road near the county gravel pits and partially blocked traffic in the area. A caller reported that someone dumped a deer or elk carcass on North Tel...
This past summer I found myself sitting in the middle of a dirt road/driveway leading to a friend’s farmhouse listening. Listening to nothing, but then again listening to everything. The wind in the grass, the lowing of cattle and the sound of horses hoofs as they run from one location to another. There was no noise of passing cars, cell phones, stereos, televisions or that low electrical hum that you never notice until the power goes out. I was listening to nothing. N...
Chamber Meeting The Harrington Chamber of Commerce met Wednesday, Nov 1, at 6 p.m. at the Post and Office. This new business does not have regular evening hours, but perhaps they will consider it since during the meeting several people passing by, saw the lights on, and stopped in for beverages of their choice. In addition to the customers, those in attendance were: Paula Pike, Kathy Hoob, Cindy Haase, Heather Slack, Bunny Haugan, Bonnee Clarke, Billie Herron, David Michaelson, Karen Robertson, Cassandra Paffle-Dick, Shelley...
Community Forum A Community Forum was held in the Harrington Opera House auditorium October 24. Karen Robertson was the facilitator and gave brief instructions for attendees as to the type of information she expected the guests to provide, namely, their name, the group or business that each represented, their recent achievements and present goals. A preponderance of individuals from the school and/or PTA were present. That group consisted of Justin and Carla Bradford, Mark...
Sheriff's Report 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. Monday, Oct. 23: Ambulance personnel from Wilbur, Creston and Almira were paged to the 10 block of NW Raymond in Wilbur to assist a man experiencing breathing difficulty. An Almira man told dis...
The Board of Directors of Odessa School District #105 met in the high school library Wednesday, October 25, at 6 p.m., with a prior workshop held at 5:30 to review the highly capable program and the upcoming levies. Chairman Ed Deife led the meeting, with board members Heather Valverde, Chris Crossley and Janie Steward present along with Dan Read, superintendent; Jamie Nelson, principal and Juli Weishaar, business manager. Also present were Justin Parr, facilities director; Bruce Todd, athletic director and Terrie...
Welcoming sight A normal view of the main drag (Third St.) in Harrington might show cars near the grocery store and bank, some days no available parking; and near city hall there might be four cars on the street with several in the parking lot on a busy day. Some car activity appears for Senior meals, and on rare days, cars line the street for a monthly gathering in the Memorial Hall. It is now a welcoming sight to see daily traffic stop for the offerings of the Post and...
Sheriff's Report 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. Monday, Oct. 16: A caller reported receiving a scam phone call advising him his grandson is in jail. Three tires blew out while half a house was being towed on U.S. 2 in the vicinity of Bennett Roa...
Sheriff's Report 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. Monday, Oct. 9: Finding two doors wide open, deputies launched an investigation of a possible burglary at the R and R Auto facility at 206 Morgan Street in Davenport. Deputies took a report that a hor...
City Council The Harrington City Council met October 11, with Mayor Dillon Haas, Councilmen Peter Davenport, Justin Slack, Levi Schenk, Mike Cronrath and Rick Becker present, along with clerk Bunny Haugan, Scott McGowan, maintenance supervisor and visitors Cherie MacClellan, Marge Womach, Nathan Luck, Marc Torre (Sunshine Disposal) and Brent Wilday. Nathan Luck had asked to be on the agenda as he is interested in learning the city's position on the building owned by...
Opera House Society Billie Herron opened the October 2 meeting with Linda Wagner, Ed and Bunny Haugan, Mark and Sheryl Stedman, Cade and Bonnee Clarke, Gordon Herron, Carol, and Karen Robertson in attendance. Following reading of the minutes and the treasurer's report, remarks were made concerning the completion of building tasks for the Anniversary Celebration on October 15. Bonnee Clarke offered assistance with projects for teens. Black-out curtains were determined to be nee...
A fire of unknown origin near the Lamona home of Rachel Walter came very close to destroying the family farmstead last Saturday afternoon. The wind was a major factor, as it kept changing direction, causing Odessa firefighters to make rapid decisions about where to position their trucks to best contain the blaze. They also called on Harrington firefighters for help. The NOANET fiber-optic cable in the area was melted, causing computer problems in downstream areas. A vehicle,...
Sheriff's Report 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. Monday, Oct. 2: Deputies responded to a report that a man had shot himself in the head in the vicinity of Hopp Road in the Odessa area. A burglary was reported at a residence in the 1300 block of Log...
Sheriff's Report 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. Monday, Sept. 25: Several juveniles entered the Davenport city park and tossed garbage on the ground, moved trash receptacles around and “trashed” the rest rooms. Deputies investigated reports...
To the Editor: I am writing this in response to the “Letter to the Editor” written by Briette Boss in last week’s Odessa Record. I will begin by saying everyone is certainly entitled to their own opinion, but not their own set of facts. Miss Boss neglected to ask/interview any of the administration at the Odessa School District as to why the cheer squad does not currently ride the bus to games. Perhaps the information provided below will shed light on any continued concerns. In years past, the cheer squad has ridden the b...
Needhams With many alumni coming into Harrington and a number of class reunions occurring on Friday, September 22, on the eve of the Fall Festival, the Church of the Nazarene hosted the return of the Needhams to the Harrington Opera House. With a brief introduction, the Needhams began another spectacular performance to an audience of nearly 70. Most of the songs were written by the Needhams. For this performance, the Needhams consisted of Dave, his sister Diane Mummert and Diane’s son Steve Jr. Their repertoire included ...
DAVENPORT—In an effort to double-down on its mission to serve all of Lincoln County, Davenport Theatrical has announced a new name, Wheatland Theatre Company, and a season of four upcoming productions, with performances throughout the region. Following last July’s “Big Fish,” which saw record-high ticket sales, the company announced that it would discontinue producing new shows until more volunteers could be found. Soon after, dozens of responses started pouring in from interested volunteers. Then a small miracle happene...
The Harrington Food Bank director, Pastor Cade Clark, has many patrons from Odessa who frequent the Harrington facility. He reminds patrons of the times and dates that the food bank is open. On the first, second and third Saturdays of each month, the food bank hours are 11 a.m. to noon. On the fourth Friday of each month, the hours are 4:30 to 6 p.m. Those who have difficulty meeting their food budget each month are welcome to visit at those times....
Harrington Fall Festival Dawn found the city alive with activity and excitement. Prior to 9 a.m. the city was alert and businesses open. The rummage sale at the Opera House had buyers waiting at the 9 o'clock mark. The Colbert family farm operation had cut and removed the sunflower crop for the Mud Bog area. People commented as to the education that the sunflowers had been, watching the heads of seeds turn to follow the sun and finally they bend down to prevent the birds from...
Sheriff's Report 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. Monday, Sept. 18: Reardan and Edwall firefighters joined Avista Utilities to respond to a report of a transformer blowout and resulting pole fire. Electrical power was out for the morning hours thr...
Sheriff's Report 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. Monday, Sept. 11: A woman was transported to Odessa Memorial Hospital after requesting an ambulance for numbness and a burning sensation on her right side. An 82-year-old man became confused while dri...
