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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 Sept. 1 Traffic Stops: 4 10:17 a.m. – A disabled boat needing a tow was reported. 11:07 a.m. – A burglary alarm was reported. 11:12 a.m. – Mutual aid was requested in keeping the water clear for...
Fall festivals and fairs fill almost every Inland Northwest weekend throughout September and October. Most events find some organization offering a bake sale. One of the most coveted items at Odessa bake sales is German Chocolate Cake. German chocolate cake, is not German at all. The original recipe, German’s Chocolate Cake, was developed and distributed by German’s Brand Baking Company. What makes this cake different from other chocolate cakes is the type of chocolate. The...
1 years ago No school will be held in the Level district, northeast of Davenport, this year. A school bus will be operated to transport students in the area to school in Davenport. The wheat market has dropped this week and this morning’s quotations are $1.35 for Bluestem, Baart and Marquis. Not much wheat has been sold in this section but reports are that large sales have been made along the Milwaukee line. 75 years ago Coach John Gillis has been holding turnouts of football candidates for the 1950 team of the Odessa T...
Davenport birthdays Sept. 12: Chris Harper, Chloe Morgan, Elijah Morgan, Colt Johnston, Kasara Storer, Sept. 13: Sara Jacobsen, Danyel Deane, Kristen Wilkie Sept. 14: Floyd Warwick Sept. 15: Sabrina Warwick, Greg Buchmann, Max Mielke, Stan Reider, Daxton Sewall, Susan Dashiell, Michael Dodson Sept. 16: Leona Carr, Marilyn Dorgan, David Forest, Richard Hayes,Donna Mathis Sept. 17: Dave Anderson, Torri Mielke, Megan Hayes Davenport anniversaries Sept. 11: Doug and Juliann Janke Sept. 12: Erich and Janelle Hein Sept. 13: Weston...
ODESSA - The Odessa Tigers varsity volleyball team outlasted the Moses Lake Christian Academy Lions in a four-set thriller, showcasing dominant serving and relentless energy before a packed home crowd at the Odessa High School gym on Monday, Sept. 8. The Tigers secured a 3-1 victory with set scores of 25-11, 25-9, 22-25, and 25-18. Junior Jordyn Lewis, setter led the way with 16 aces and 16 assists, while senior Lexi Eden, outside hitter, powered the offense with seven kills....
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 25 Traffic Stops: 5 3:04 a.m. – A residential burglary alarm was reported. 9:10 a.m. – A domestic dispute involving assault was reported. 9:18 a.m. – A Davenport area caller reported...
ODESSA - The Odessa Athletic Booster Club raised $2,800 at its 12th Annual Golf Scramble to fund insurance for local youth sports programs, meeting its primary goal for the event. "Our main goal was to raise enough funds to pay for youth sports insurance," said Chelsea Watson, an organizer with the booster club. "We met the goal." The funds will cover insurance costs for Odessa Flag Football, Odessa Little Dribblers, Odessa Volleyball, and Dance, directly benefiting young...
The Odessa float, with Miss Odessa Alyx Scheller, traverses the Ritzville parade route. The float took first place in its division....
Davenport birthdays Sept. 5: Kerri McGuire, Emmett Prewitt, Austin Anderson, Raychell Sand Sept. 7: Tammie Buck, Luke McCluskey Sept. 8: Audrey Oehlwein Sept. 9: Roy Alspach Sept. 10: Savannah Plasencia, Scottie Kilps Davenport anniversaries Sept. 6: Scott and Debbie Hutsell Sept. 7: Brian and Morgan Morcom, Brett and Jordan Alspach, Lance and Melissa Johnson Sept. 8: Jesse and Jill Morrison, Cody and Libby Murdock, Matt and Desirae Wagner Sept. 9: Nick and Debbie Marriott Sept. 10: Cody and Shae Parker, Tom and Samantha Wilk...
1 years ago Fred Doolittle, state highway engineer, reports that Albert Smith, Spokane contractor, is about halfway through with his contract surfacing the North Central highway between Davenport and Harrington. The road is in better shape but a good rain couldn’t hurt. Sheriff Gilpatrick was called to Wilbur to investigate wheat thefts in the area. Fourteen sacks of wheat were stolen from Ed Gieb. Other farmers in the area had sacks stolen as well. Lincoln County Treasurer C. C. Gibson has filed suit against First N...
DAVENPORT - The 2025 Lincoln County Fair awarded grand champion, overall grand champion and best of show honors across multiple categories. Winners are listed by department: Educational Posters • Hesston Stanford, junior, Odessa: Best of show for lifecycle of a chicken poster. • Addison Benner, teen, Medical Lake: Best of show for Araucana vs. Ameraucana poster. Beef • Karson Knight, cloverbud, Almira: Grand champion in beef market classes. • Finn Cushman, interme...
ODESSA - Residents gathered at Reiman Park Saturday for a fundraiser supporting a new pickleball court, spearheaded by the Odessa Community Fund in partnership with the Columbia Basin Foundation. The event featured live music, a catered dinner, and a blindfolded pickle tasting contest. "The Odessa community has wanted an outdoor pickleball court for years," said event organizer Terri King. A focus group formed in April chose the project as the OCF's first capital initiative....
ODESSA - Food, games and community brought about 200 residents together Tuesday, Aug. 20, for Odessa's National Night Out, a campaign designed to strengthen relationships between law enforcement and the communities they serve. The event, originally scheduled for Tuesday, August 5, was held later this year due to scheduling conflicts. Free hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, watermelon and ice cream were served, with the Odessa Fire Department and family members behind the grill. Odes...
1 years ago Some one, presumably a dope fiend, worked his way into Dr. Thompson’s office and gained access to the vault. The only thing missing was a small bottle of morphine. Twenty-four feet of the Morgan Street bridge which recently caved in will be repaired immediately according to a decision made by the city council. The general merchandise store in Reardan formerly owned by A. J. Ryder has been sold to H. N. Rolfe of Cheney. The new owner has moved to Reardan and taken charge of the business. 75 years ago The B...
Davenport birthdays Aug. 29: Leslie King, Cam Jessup, Lisa Lehman Aug. 30: Brian Telford, Steve McLachlan, Peggy Elliott, Shae Parker Aug. 31: Emily Warwick, Nick Morgan, Michael Wade, Rosie Bain Sept. 1: Pete Schweiger, Shannon Janke, Carol Horner, Cass Jacobsen, Daryl Ziemer, Evan Johnson, Clay Fleming, Dylan Jorden Sept. 2: Kacen Mann Sept. 3: Ashley Schenk, Billy Hopkins, Wrenly Sand, Natalie Fenn Davenport anniversaries Aug. 29: Bill and Kathy Reinbold Aug. 31: Sean and Danyel Deane Sept. 1: Bob and Diane Martin Reardan...
Fresh baked cookies are a treat, even on a hot summer day, as long as there is a cold glass of milk or lemonade to accompany them. Some years ago I purchased some frozen cookie dough balls from kids selling them for a fundraiser. Finding it so convenient to bake one pan at a time, I thought why not do this with my own recipes. I have found that it works well with any high fat cookie, like chocolate chip or peanut butter. Zucchini in cookies had always made me think they were...
DAVENPORT - Football practices started Aug. 20 for high school teams in Davenport, Odessa and Reardan, launching the 2025 season in Lincoln County. The Davenport Gorillas have transitioned to an independent 8-man schedule due to low turnout, with 12-15 players practicing. The Odessa Tigers remain in 8-man, with practices with the team hoping to improve on last year's performance. The Reardan Screaming Eagles have a solid 30-athlete roster as they return to the Northeast 2B...
ODESSA — With the high school volleyball season just around the corner, coaches from Odessa and Davenport high schools are brimming with optimism. Both programs are focusing on building strong team dynamics, sharpening fundamental skills and fostering mental toughness. At Odessa, first-year head Coach Alli Schroeder is thrilled with her Tigers’ enthusiasm. “The enthusiasm is really high right now,” Schroeder said. To instill accountability and teamwork, she introduced a team challenge: players must collectively complet...
