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1 years ago Harrington High School basketball team defeated the Odessa team in a recent match at community hall. The game was fast and intense from start to finish. After the neck and neck contest the final score was Harrington 34 to Odessa 30. The price of wheat at the local markets has gone up nine cents in the last week. Early Baart and Bluestem are selling for $2.05. There is considerable wheat in storage locally but those farmers are holding out for higher prices. 75 years ago E.M. Reisenauer and sons who operate the...
1 years ago • Lincoln County Commissioners have decided to purchase a quarter section of land adjoining the poor farm. This will be funded by the sale of wheat from the previous two years. • The Odessa High Debate team was victorious over Harrington recently. The topic of the debate was the independence of the Philippine Islands. Speakers for Odessa were Lenora Richardson and Henry Praetorius and the Harrington speakers were May Starlin and Edward Ring. 75 years ago • Fred Stumpf and his children got caught in a blizz...
NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION February 11, 2025 Lincoln County, Washington Notice is hereby given that on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, in Lincoln County, State of Washington, with: Sprague School District No. 8; Odessa School District No. 105, joint with Adams County No. 157 and Grant County No. 166; and Grand Coulee Dam School District No. 301J. There will be held a Special Levy Election, conducted all by mail. The purpose of this election is to approve and adopt or to reject a local school or special district proposition or...
PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR LINCOLN COUNTY No. 24-4-00062-22 In the Matter of the Estate of THOMAS L. LUITEN, Deceased. The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent that arose before the decedent’s death must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving o...
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 Jan. 5 Traffic Stops 10 12:37 a.m. – Death Investigation 3:01 a.m. – A man called asking about a ride to Nespelem 9:23 a.m. – Caller reporting a commercial fire alarm was going off, investiga...
Robert Deife Jan. 4, 1926 - Jan. 18, 2025 Robert Deife (Bob) passed away on Jan. 18, 2025, in Spokane, Wash, at the age of 99. Bob was born in Odessa, Wash, on Jan. 4, 1926. He graduated from Odessa High School in 1943. He married Marcine Hardung, also of Odessa, in 1949. He was a lifelong member of the Heritage Church of Odessa, working with the Sunday school and serving as a Church trustee. He was a Past President of Odessa Lion's Club, Grange Supply of Odessa, Lincoln Count...
Davenport birthdays Jan. 23: Lisa Prewitt, Tyler Zaugg Jan. 24: Sam Graber, Asia Hardin, Debbie Roemer, Loren Ensor, Ayron Easley Jan. 26: Lance Strite Jan. 27: Curtis Guhlke, Seyler Lacy, Ezri Lacy, Jacob Taylor Jan. 28: Jacob Harvey Jan. 29: Tim Utley, Doug Reinbold, Eliza Lynn Bailey, Jaymie Bennett Reardan birthdays Jan. 23: Amanda Bonstrom-Meier Jan. 27: Jenny Cesaratto Jan. 28: Paul Whitmore Jan. 29: Jeff Wagner, Sarah Spearman, Jennifer Kieffer, Ruth Wollweber Harrington birthdays Jan. 28: Mike Hoob, Macrae Larmer Jan....
Fresh potatoes, a staple in most kitchen pantries, have a shelf life. You may have them correctly stored in a cool dark place, but nature is telling them to begin sprouting, prepare for the new season of planting and growing. Time to make potato soup. The potatoes may be a bit soft and sprouts are started, but they will make a nice soup. Simply remove the sprouts, peel and remove any areas starting to green and you are ready chop, slice or dice for your favorite soup recipe....
Summary of Ordinance No. 739 On Monday, Dec 9th, 2024, the Town Council of the Town of Odessa, Washington approved and adopted Ordinance No. 739, the main point of which may be summarized as by its Title: AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE 2025 BUDGET FOR TOWN OF ODESSA A full text of this ordinance is available for reading at the Clerk’s Office and may be viewed on the website, www.odessawa.org/clerk-1 Dated this 10th Day of Dec 2024 Jamie Nelson Clerk-Treasurer Published: January 16, 2025...
Summary of Ordinance No. 738 On Monday, Dec 9th, 2024, the Town Council of the Town of Odessa, Washington approved and adopted Ordinance No. 738, the main point of which may be summarized as by its Title: AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE 2024 BUDGET AMENDMENT FOR TOWN OF ODESSA A full text of this ordinance is available for reading at the Clerk’s Office and may be viewed on the website, www.odessawa.org/clerk-1 Dated this 10th Day of Dec 2024 Jamie Nelson Clerk-Treasurer Published: January 16, 2025...
PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR LINCOLN COUNTY No. 24-4-00062-22 In the Matter of the Estate of THOMAS L. LUITEN, Deceased. The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent that arose before the decedent’s death must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving o...
DAVENPORT - Adam Walser officially took his oath as the Superior Court judge for Lincoln County on Wednesday, Jan. 8, succeeding retiring Judge Jeff Barkdull. The swearing-in ceremony at the Lincoln County Courthouse was a bittersweet moment for Walser, who previously served as the county's elected prosecutor. "This job as a prosecutor has been the best job I have ever had," Walser said. "I remember four years ago I was in the same situation Ty is in. Jeff was swearing in as...
ODESSA — A local man changed his not-guilty plea to guilty for unlawful firearm possession in Lincoln County Superior Court on Tuesday, January 14. Jesus M. Soto, 37, of Odessa, was arrested on January 26, 2024, after authorities found firearms and drug paraphernalia at his residence on East 3rd Avenue. The investigation began after a December 2023 interview with a witness who reported seeing firearms at Soto’s home, including a pink rifle, and noted his felony status prohibited him from possessing them. Authorities obt...
Davenport birthdays Jan. 17: Dylan Carruth, Travis Telecky, Micah Choate, Hunter Wilkie Jan. 18: Chris Jenness, Doug Booth Jan. 19: Denise Hayes, Pat Mandere Jan. 20: Jackson Sorensen, Nathan Mielke, Liberty Mielke Jan. 21: Hannah Mielke, Richelle Kowalkowski, Kay Zellmer Jan. 22: Trevor King Reardan birthdays Jan. 20: Matt McDonald Reardan anniversaries Jan. 20: Dale and Arlene Swant Harrington birthdays Jan. 18: Sarah Dryden Jan. 20: Wayne Mahrenholz Jan. 21: JJ Tyrrell, Teale Zeller, Hannah Mielke Jan. 22: Jim Knapp...
PUBLIC NOTICE TOWN OF ODESSA FINAL PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Where/When: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held by the Town of Odessa via public meeting in the town hall, at 104 W 1st Ave, Odessa, WA 99159. This hearing will take place on 01/13/2025 at 7:00 PM. Basic Clause: The purpose of the public hearing is to review final project performance on the Sewer System Improvements project funded by the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). Accommodation clause: The town hall is handicap accessible....
PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR LINCOLN COUNTY No. 24-4-00062-22 In the Matter of the Estate of THOMAS L. LUITEN, Deceased. The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent that arose before the decedent’s death must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving o...
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 December 29 Traffic Stops: 2 A man called requesting civil standby the next day as a woman was coming to his property to retrieve her things. A woman called at 3:14 p.m. advising that her nei...
Thomas L. Schafer Nov. 15, 1949 –Dec. 21, 2024 Thomas L. Schafer of Odessa, Wash, passed away Dec. 21, 2024 in Spokane, Wash. Tom was born Nov. 15, 1949 in Spokane, Wash. to Roland and Verna Schafer. Tom grew up in Odessa and graduated from Odessa High School in 1968. Tom married Lynette Spies on Mar. 24, 1969 in Odessa, Wash. After serving in the U.S. Army National Guard for 6 years, Tom began his successful farming career and established S-5 Farms, Inc. In his later w...
Odessa School District PTO hosted a movie night with over 70 people in attendance to view Despicable Me 4, Friday, Jan. 3....
Davenport birthdays Jan. 9: Dani Vesneske, Tony Hein, Susan Alspach, Steve Telecky, Brayden Bailey Jan. 10: Barbara Ensor, Leonardo Chavelas Jan. 11: Leslie Oliver, Morgan Morcom Jan. 12: Lorie Leath Jan. 13: Sandy Buchanan, Gracey Falk Jan. 14: Penny Pankey, Chuck Johnston, Becky Zeus Jan. 15: Joan McLauchlan, Amber Stormo, Rain Ellstrom, Mel Janke, Brendan Leep Davenport anniversaries Jan. 9: Troy and Andrea Morgan Jan. 10: Dave and Pat Mandere Jan. 11: George and Marilyn Arland Reardan birthdays Jan. 9: Aspen Michaels...
ODESSA – The Odessa Tigers varsity basketball team faced a tough loss Tuesday night, falling to Almira-Coulee-Hartline (ACH) 47-25 in a home conference game at Odessa High School. The Tigers struggled to contain the Warriors, who have developed a reputation for dominant performances, including four victories this season by margins of 22 points or more. ACH's win on Tuesday marked their second victory over Odessa this season, underscoring the Tigers' continued challenges on t...
1 years ago George McGath, Spokane River Farmer, had a narrow escape while traveling from Davenport to his ranch. His wagon loaded with bran shorts and Christmas goods tipped and spilled his load into the river. The water in Crab Creek is the lowest it’s been in years. The creek bed is actually dry. C.C. Dobson reports his well is dry and he is having to haul water from town for his livestock and household use. Warmer weather came to most parts of the county the first of this week with a good snowfall which amounted to a...
ODESSA — During a special meeting, the Odessa Town Council focused on finalizing its 2025 budget. The meeting was held Monday, December 2, at 5 p.m. in the library at 21 E First Ave. Mayor Crossley called the meeting to order at 5:04 p.m., with Councilmembers Lobe, Reyes, Iverson, Smith, and Kramer in attendance, along with Clerk-Treasurer Nelson and Police Clerk Hardung. Police Clerk Hardung led the budget discussion, reviewing the 2025 budget categories. Councilmembers acknowledged the budget’s completion, with final app...
New Years resolutions, what are you resolving to change in your kitchen/menu routines? Pantry organization, less food waste, balanced diet are just a few of the changes to consider. An organized pantry can facilitate reduced food waste and incentive for preparing balanced meals. By this time the new year, any leftovers from holiday meals should have been eaten or put into the freezer to use later. This week I will be giving my refrigerator a good cleaning, removing anything...
ODESSA - Festive displays lit up Odessa and Harrington as both towns celebrated the season with Christmas Light Decoration Contests, highlighting community holiday cheer. In Odessa, Joel and Danielle Hardung earned first place for their vibrant and intricately designed display. Greg and Kellie Luiten claimed second place with a warm, glowing arrangement, while Pete and Lisa Martin rounded out the top three with their charming holiday decorations. Harrington also held its own...
