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ODESSA—Incumbents held comfortable leads over their opponents in local races for Mayor and Councilmember No. 5 after the first ballot count in the primary election Tuesday, Aug. 1. Incumbent mayor Bill Crossley had 162 votes. Second-place Jeremy Smith had 37 votes, while Ed Hayden was third with 22 votes. Meanwhile, incumbent councilwoman Marlene Kramer garnered 114 votes. Laura Caler had 73 votes, while Michael Igo had 33 votes. Races are much tighter in Harrington and Sprague. In Harrington, Gavin Wagner holds a slim lead o...
1 years ago - Rookie principals Chad Prewitt and Courtney Strozyk of Davenport and Reardan completed their first school years as local administrators. - Organizers prepared for Sprague Hay Days to celebrate the city’s 130 years. - The Legislature approved $74.5 million for the next stage of the Odessa Subarea aquiferproject. 25 years ago - Travis G. Homer of Davenport was sentenced to 55 months in prison on each count of two second-degree assault charges for assaulting two Davenport police officers. - Fort Spokane hosted the...
Davenport birthdays July 7: Jim Gunning, Duane Emery, Koda Coffman, Traci Gants, Rebecca Choate, Ana Umtuch 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 July 10: Nick Nicholls, Logan Eldred, Bronson Pankey July 11: Tommy Wilkie July 12: Margie Hall, Juliann Janke, Theresa Telford, John Stiles, Sam Posey, Jason Schimek, JJ Kowalkowski July 13: Milei Floyd, Indigo Ezenyimulu, Judy Miller,...
PUBLIC NOTICE 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 26, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. in the library of the Odessa High School for the purpose of fixing and adopting the 2023-2024 fiscal budget of the District. A copy of the completed budget will be available to any person who might request such after July 15, 2023. Any interested persons may appear at this...
July brings many fresh fruits and vegetables to local markets. Strawberries, raspberries, blueberries are perfect for making breakfast parfaits, which are a fun culinary treat to get kids involved in meal preparation. Yogurt, granola and your favorite berries make eye appealing, cool refreshing breakfasts for all ages. Breakfast Parfaits • Vanilla or plain yogurt • Granola • Strawberries, raspberries or blueberries • Parfait glasses or large tumblers Wash berries thoroughly an...
DAVENPORT — The 2023 primary election is nigh. Ballots are due by 8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 1. On this year’s ballot are three-person contested races for council races in Odessa, Harrington and Sprague and another three-person race for Odessa Mayor. Incumbent Bill Crossley and challengers Ed Hayden and Jeremy Smith are running for Odessa Mayor, while incumbent Marlene Kramer is being challenged by Mike Igo and Laura Caler for town council seat No. 5. In Harrington, Gavin Wagner, Kelly Foreman and Steven Wright are running for cit...
Age: 81 Employment/Business/Other Experience: Retired after 20 plus years working in the Ultrasound Business, 23 years owner of La Collage Inn motel in Odessa. Community service: Unanswered Family: Unanswered Question 1: What are your goals for your term and how will you implement them? Creating a transparent City Council and Mayors office that we act as the representatives of the People who are citizens, support an acclaimed educational system and medical care system....
Age: 44 Employment/Business/Other Experience: My wife (Amanda) and I own the 1902 Coffee House. I am a Certified Handgun Instructor through CJTC. I was a Bail Enforcement Officer and Bondsman for 20+ years. Community service: I volunteer as often as I can. I am a member of the Odessa Lions Club who complete many projects throughout the year inside the community. I am also a new member of the Ritzville Eagles. Family: Donny Smith- Grandfather Syd Smith- Father Michelle Pries-...
Age: 57 Employment/Business/Other Experience: Parts Sales Odessa Trading Co. Community service: Over a span of 17 years, I was a volunteer fireman for Odessa and served as a First Responder on the ambulance for over 10 years. In 1997, I took on the responsibility of chairman, overseeing the beer garden at the annual Deutschesfest. I actively participated on the Odessa Chamber board for five years. Additionally, I have volunteered at the annual Desert 100 event. Another part...
DAVENPORT — Seven Lincoln County locals had filed for previously unfiled positions by press time during a special filing period running Tuesday, July 18-Thursday, July 20. Lane Collier and Brian Benham will face off for Reardan-Edwall school board seat No. 4. Uncontested filers include Jim Baye of Edwall for Cemetery District No. 1 and Andy Schreck, Ericka Johnson, Lindsey McCluskey and Alton Leisle for separate Parks/Recreation District No. 3 (Davenport) Commissioner positions. Yet unfiled local races by press time included...
12 Washington and Idaho quilters from Sandpoint to Seattle descended upon Odessa for Quilt Til You Wilt Monday, July 10. The event was held at the local Community Center....
SPRAGUE - Southeastern Lincoln County fire crews were busy in the last week. The largest fire that needed local tending was the Fishtrap fire, which ignited around milepost 256 of Interstate 90 and burned approximately 520 acres while moving north into Spokane County before crews contained the blaze Monday, July 17, according to a release from Spokane County Fire District No. 3. Crews from Sprague and Edwall assisted Spokane County in firefighting efforts. Meanwhile, Odessa...
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. July 9 Traffic stops: 18 A Davenport man reported a speeding car. A caller reported a possibly high woman wanting an ambulance ride in Odessa. A Creston woman requested a welfare check near the local park. A Dav...
“It’s not an election year.” A common remark used conversationally in both a serious and satirical matter, including, admittedly, by yours truly. Why was the Pioneer Days Parade smaller than last year? “It’s not an election year.” Why don’t we currently seem to see politicians catering to whatever seems to be the popular groupthink at the time as much as we did, in say, 2020? “It’s not an election year.” But while we may not be casting our votes for President of the Un...
Zucchini season is here. Area gardens are producing abundantly, and boxes of the prolific vegetable are showing up, sporting a FREE sign, at many public events. Pan fried zucchini is a delectable treat for many. Sautéed in a bit of butter or olive oil along with some sliced onion and possibly garnished with a bit of crumbled cooked bacon, zucchini makes a quick and easy side dish for any meal. Zucchini bread is a popular use for larger squash. Grated zucchini adds texture,...
1 years ago - Davenport Theatrical’s performance of “Arsenic and Old Lace” wrapped up summer productions. - 20,000 honeybees quietly invaded the play area at Davenport United Methodist Church, requiring the assistance of a Reardan-based beekeeper to exterminate. - State Reps Matt Manweller and Judy Warnick met with 10 locals in the Lincoln County Commissioners meeting room to discuss the 2013 legislative session. 25 years ago - The Davenport school board planned to vote on a $3.35 million budget for the upcoming schoo...
Davenport birthdays July 21: Joseph Buck, Chad Prewitt July 22: Elliette Chappell, Roger Hutfless, Riley Ensor, Lynne Coppersmith, Dave Leath, Lindsey Van Buren, Colt Curtaccio July 23: Jody Hardin, Johanna Orvis, Keira Katz, Tyler Dehn, Lacy Gustaveson July 24: Zeke Tareski, Ed Johnston, Kyra Bowdish, Pam Zeiler July 25: Ryan Janke, Mallory Kragt, John Sawyer, Andy Miller, Alvin Johnson July 26: Krista Becker, Amy Crandell July 27: Kathy Podowicz, Brian Buck, Ashley Brooks Davenport anniversaries July 21: Rob and Chris...
Colleen Catherine Cochran July 3, 1964 – June 26, 2023 Colleen Catherine Cochran (Miller) of Moscow, Idaho, passed away at home on June 26, 2023. Colleen was an accomplished pharmacist and leader. After graduating from Odessa High School as valedictorian Class of 1982 and completing pharmacy school at the Washington State University School of Pharmacy, she dedicated her career to advancing her leadership skills and technical knowledge. She finished her career as Director of P...
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. July 2 Traffic stops: 18 A caller reported a male at Seven Bays might be having a heart attack. An Odessa woman reported her neighbor was driving on the wrong side of the road and tried to hit birds off her bird fee...
Davenport birthdays July 14: Jan Stone, Robert Mielke July 15: Mackenzie Buck, David Musgrave, Grant Zahajko, Jesslyn McCluskey, Tennessee Cox July 16: Brandy Wood, Joshua McBride, Linda Miller July 17: Rick Allinger, Autumn Abbot July 18: Royal Winzer, Art Deppner, Yvonne Bailey, Zach Johnson July 19: Ryan Utley July 20: Daryl Parsons, Austin Telford, Remington Taylor, Nolan Pearcy, Kyle Zellmer, Jessica A. Strite Davenport anniversaries July 14: Jared and Charlie King July 15: Mike and Autumn Abbott July 17: Chirs &...
Jane Ellen Schafer Hilliard Feb. 27, 1950 – May 26, 2023 Jane Ellen Schafer Hilliard, 73, passed away May 26, 2023. Jane was born Feb. 27, 1950, to Paul and Dorothy Schafer, the only girl in a wheat farming family with three brothers. Jane's first words were," I do it myself," and the phrase revealed the true grit personality that she possessed her entire life. Being the youngest of the "neighborhood girls" did not hold her back from leading the pack in small town a...
CHENEY – An Odessa-Soap Lake area cowboy was named All-Around Cowboy at the Cheney Rodeo. Caleb McMillan won the title and with it, $2,193 for his performance in bull riding, tie-down roping and steer wrestling. McMillan was the top bull rider, scoring 80.5 points atop Day Time Crime. He was the only bull rider with a qualifying time. So, he took home a $6,748 purse. McMillan was eighth overall in steer wrestling with a time of 6.3 seconds, which earned him an additional $...
NOTICE OF PRIMARY ELECTION August 1, 2023 Lincoln County, Washington Notice is hereby given that, on Tuesday, August 1, 2023, in Lincoln County, State of Washington, there will be held a Primary Election, conducted all by mail Countywide. The purpose of this election is to nominate candidates to be voted for at the General Election, to be held on the Tuesday next succeeding the first Monday in November, 2023. Registered voters residing in Lincoln County, jurisdictions listed below, will be mailed a ballot on or about July 12,...
PUBLIC NOTICE 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 26, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. in the library of the Odessa High School for the purpose of fixing and adopting the 2023-2024 fiscal budget of the District. A copy of the completed budget will be available to any person who might request such after July 15, 2023. Any interested persons may appear at this...
DAVENPORT — Folks can wander Park Street and Sixth Street for their vendor needs, or head into Memorial Hall to get out of the heat for more vendor opportunities at Pioneer Days Saturday, July 15. Some indoor vendors will also be selling in Memorial Hall Friday, July 14. Outdoor vendors open at 9 a.m. Saturday. Here are this year’s vendors as of press time. Food vendors Jodie Wilkinson of Davenport will sell pre-packaged baked goods. James Boss of Odessa will sell kettle corn. Shantella Caoile of Spokane Valley will run an...
