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DAVENPORT - The Davenport City Council adopted a resolution for the Lincoln County Comprehensive Solid and Hazardous Waste Management Plan for 2024-2029 during its regular meeting Wednesday, July 9. The council approved Resolution 2025-10, which adopts the plan developed by Lincoln County in collaboration with the cities of Davenport, Harrington, and Sprague, and the towns of Almira, Creston, Odessa, Reardan, and Wilbur, per RCW Chapter 70A.205. The plan outlines guidelines...
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 June 30 Traffic Stops: 12 1:11 a.m. – A woman called to report a house near her is selling drugs and making porn and her daughter and other females are being drugged. 2:55 a.m. – A woman called...
DAVENPORT — The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners convened Monday, July 7, in the Commissioners’ Chambers to discuss infrastructure such as construction contracts, broadband initiatives, and local governance. Commissioners Scott Hutsell (District 2), Chair Jo Gilchrist, and Rob Coffman (District 3) were present. The board approved construction contracts with Legacy Telecom, doing business as Legacy Power, for the Reardan Colocation Facility (PBC22-96104-004, broadband) and with Zero dB Communications for networks in Rea...
1 years ago The erection of a steel bridge across Hawk Creek near its junction with Indian creek has been completed according to J. L. Thayer, county engineer. The old bridge was washed out during high water last spring. D. C. Humphrey who farms four miles north of Reardan has sold his 160 acres and 40 acres of timber to W. W. Koopman. Mr. Humphrey settled on the land more than 30 years ago. A little blaze at the Odessa Hardware building sent a call for the fire department. A prompt response was made to the call but the fir...
Davenport birthdays July 10: Nick Nichols, Logan Eldred, July 11: Thomas Wilkie, Felicity Mielke, Stan Liebing July 12: Margie Hall, Juliann Janke, Theresa Telford, John Stiles, Sam Posey, JJ Kowalkowski July 13: Milei Floyd, Indigo Ezenyimulu, Judy Miller, Gene Johnson, Marilyn Arland, Mitchell Hale, Marlena Guhlke July 14: Jan Stone, Robert Mielke July 15: Jesslyn McCluskey, Tennessa Cox July 16: Brandy Wood, Joshua McBride, Linda Miller Davenport anniversaries July 10: Aaron & Andee Jacobsen, Tyson & Rachel Lacy, Jeff &...
B U D G E T H E A R I N G Let it be publicly known to all persons that the Board of Directors of Odessa School District No. 105-157-166J, Lincoln County, Washington, will meet in a public meeting on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the library of the Odessa High School for the purpose of fixing and adopting the 2025-2026 fiscal budget of the District. A copy of the completed budget will be available to any person who might request such after July 15, 2025. Any interested persons may appear at this meeting and will...
NOTICE OF HEARING FINAL REPORT AND PETITION FOR DECREE OF DISTRIBUTION SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR LINCOLN COUNTY No. 24-4-00013-22 In the Matter of the Estate of JEREMIAH GREGG, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that REBECCA GREGG, as Personal Representative of the Estate of JEREMIAH GREGG, deceased, has filed in the office of the clerk of the above Court the Final Report and Petition for Decree of Distribution, asking the Court to settle said report, distribute the property to the heirs or persons entitled to the same,...
NOTICE OF PENDENCY OF PROBATE BY PUBLICATION (RCW 11.28.237) IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF LINCOLN NO. 25-4-00026-22 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF RONALD R. MORSE, Deceased. TO: RHONDA L. MORSE, all heirs, legatees, devisees, and any other persons claiming by or through RHONDA L. MORSE, and all other unknown persons or parties claiming any right, title, or interest in the ESTATE OF RONALD R. MORSE, deceased. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on June 24, 2025, the undersigned, LES MORSE, was...
SURPLUS PROPERTY Odessa Fire Department, Town of Odessa WA, has declared the following to be surplus property: 1) 1996 Ford F-350 4x4 Fire Truck with rescue body and a 250 gallon tank and pump. Vehicle is as is where is. Sealed bids must be submitted by 3:00pm July 14th 2025 at the Town of Odessa City Hall POB 218, 21 E First Ave. Odessa WA 99159 Opening of bids shall be later that day at 7:00pm during the regular council meeting of the Town of Odessa To view or inquire further please contact Brian Schorzman 509-988-0275 The...
DAVENPORT — As temperatures climb and wildfire risk intensifies, fire districts across Lincoln County are enacting burn bans, with the National Park Service imposing some of the most stringent restrictions leading into the Fourth of July weekend. A total fire ban will take effect at Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area at 12:01 a.m. On Wednesday, July 3, the National Park Service announced. The ban prohibits all open flames, including those in designated fire rings and barbecue boxes. Shoreline fires, charcoal grills, t...
Cherry season is in full swing throughout the Inland Northwest. Fresh Bing and Rainer cherries need little but a good wash, and eaten fresh out of hand. Pie cherries are another story, without added sugar, they are pretty tart. Cherry pie or cobbler is a favorite of many, but pie cherries or tart bush cherries also make wonderful jam or jelly. Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches made with cherry jelly are a taste bud treat. If you have bush cherries and have wondered what to do...
Davenport birthdays July 3: Darren Hansen, Chris Phillips, Samantha Wilkie July 4: Bruce Dehn, Ozius Harden, Tom Plumb July 5: Debbie Miller July 6: Lorie Wandling, Kira Strite, Mike Hardin, Ian Cassidy, Tami Dobson July 7: Jim Gunning, Duane Emery, Koda Coffman, Traci Gants, Rebecca Choate July 8: Bo Gunning, Kathy Johnson, Sarah Vesneske, Alton Leisle, Joyce Walsh, Kaiden Bodeau July 9: Bob Guhlke, Bob Fisher, Claudia Thompson, Wylie Hendrickson, Rachel Lacy, Maia Goetz Davenport anniversaries July 3: Eric and Beth Orvis...
ODESSA — Longtime technician and Odessa resident Marlon Schafer is bringing computer and device repair services back to town with the launch of his new mobile business, NorthWest Computer. Operating without a traditional storefront, Schafer will work out of 210 Birch Street and provide service directly to customers at their homes. The business offers computer sales and repair, as well as troubleshooting for tablets, televisions, lawnmowers and other small electronics and motor-powered items. Phones and vehicles are excluded....
1 years ago Chief Charley Bones of the Spokane Indian reservation appeared before Justice Dye, charged with swearing in front of a woman. He was fined $1.00 and court costs. The Edwall warehouse company has been incorporated at Edwall for $12,000. It is understood that the new company will operate the former Edwall Grain company elevator. A man who was arrested at the Pioneer picnic and charged with having moonshine in his possession was given a $100 fine and a 30 day jail sentence after a trial by jury. 75 years ago A...
Members of the Odessa High School Class of 1975 gathered for their 50-year reunion on Saturday, June 21, 2025, in Odessa. Pictured are, front row from left: Cindy Smith Carter, Shari Hemmerling, Rita Quilici Butler, Sheri Walter Heidenreich, Tammy Range Canady; second row: Colby Smith, Denice Wraspir, Juli Schlimmer Weishaar, Kim Melcher Webber, Nancy Melcher Zacher, Denise Lentz Jones, Colleen Miller Winfrey; third row: Mark Winfrey, Jack Pierce, Jim Smith, Nancy Kuch Smith,...
ODESSA - The Odessa Police Department hosted its annual Bike and Scooter Night on Wednesday, June 25, drawing dozens of local families to an evening of road safety education, giveaways and community fun. "Wow! What a great bike/scooter night 2025," Odessa Police shared in a statement. "Thanks to all the kids and parents who attended and encouraged your kids to learn the rules of the road. Safety on the roads in Odessa is very important to us; we want you to Ride Safe." The...
SURPLUS PROPERTY Odessa Fire Department, Town of Odessa WA, has declared the following to be surplus property: 1) 1996 Ford F-350 4x4 Fire Truck with rescue body and a 250 gallon tank and pump. Vehicle is as is where is. Sealed bids must be submitted by 3:00pm July 14th 2025 at the Town of Odessa City Hall POB 218, 21 E First Ave. Odessa WA 99159 Opening of bids shall be later that day at 7:00pm during the regular council meeting of the Town of Odessa To view or inquire further please contact Brian Schorzman 509-988-0275 The...
The dust has settled on the 2025 Davenport Junior Rodeo, which brought two full days of grit, speed and showmanship to the Lincoln County Fairgrounds, June 20–21. Youth contestants from across the region competed in a packed schedule of events ranging from barrel racing and dummy roping to steer wrestling and bull riding. In the Little People division, Stella Streeter dominated the leaderboard, taking first in barrel racing (21.701), Cal Stake (9.097), and dummy roping (6 p...
DAVENPORT — Local towns will adhere to Washington state fireworks regulations, ensuring safe celebrations for the Fourth of July, a tradition symbolizing patriotism and freedom since the 1776 adoption of the Declaration of Independence. Davenport, Reardan, Harrington, and Odessa will follow state ordinances, permitting fireworks use without local restrictions if safety guidelines are met. A proposed burn ban starting June 30 will not impact July 4 fireworks. No town-sponsored events are planned. Under Washington’s State Fir...
1 years ago A tourist headed for the gas pump in front of J. W. Fox’s store, missed the brake and hit the gas pedal and rammed into the pump smashing it considerably. The driver drove off and only Mr. Fox and the pump suffered. A number of Davenport people attended a bucking contest at the Wade West farm in the Rocklyn area. Six riders took part and put on an excellent show. Two special trains passed through Odessa last week. One was a load of cherries that were being sent east. The second was a load of silk headed for east...
Davenport birthdays June 26: Craig Deppner, Stephanie Zeiler, Karla Green June 27: Kelli Wilkie, Darcy Dennis, Cindy Warner June 28: Mariah Liebing, Emmett McCowan, Brady Dean June 29: Cade Hardin, Ryan Slahtasky, Lily Green June 30: Anthony B Smith, Jason Schillinger, Paige Van Buren July 1: Megan Miller, George Hein, Joshua Cursi July 2: Stacia Patterson, Elsa Bowen, Cheyenne King, Skyler King, Cody Hopkins Davenport anniversaries June 26: Roy and Susan Alspach, Brad and Kim Cole, Doug and Patti Ensor June 28: Darren and...
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 June 16 Traffic Stops: 9 10:19 a.m. – A welfare check was requested for some horses that appeared to be malnourished. 10:22 a.m. – A resident called to report that her neighbors goats were on her...
Lately, I’ve been taking full advantage of this summery weather here in my newly adopted hometown—soaking in the air, basking in the sun, and quite literally feeling on top of the world while zooming past semi-trucks on my Kawasaki Ninja like the main character in an action movie… only, you know, the law-abiding kind. No police calls have been made about me—yet—and that’s not for lack of opportunity, but rather because I revere the law like a cow reveres the herd. (Peacefully. Lovingly. Occasionally confused.) Now I know...
DAVENPORT — The Davenport Junior Rodeo is set to return June 20-21, bringing two days of youth rodeo action to town with new prize offerings and expanded sanctioning. This year’s event is sanctioned by both the Eastern Washington Junior Rodeo Association (EWJRA) and the Columbia Tie-Down Junior Rodeo Association (CTJRA), drawing contestants from across the region to compete in a full slate of events. A new prize format debuts this year, offering awards to top performers across all age divisions. One saddle will be awa...
Editors note: This is a continuation of the story that ran in the 6/12 issue of the Lincoln County Record-Times. Odessa The Tigers track team was 17 members strong this season. The girls placed second in North Sub District 6 and fourth at the District 6 meet. Seven athletes competed at the 1B state meet earning the Tigers a seventh place finish. Lily Starkel led the team with a gold medal in the high jump. She also placed sixth in the long jump. Reegan Carstensen placed third in the 100 hurdles; Alexis Eden placed fifth in...
