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*All games subject to postponement or cancellation due to inclement weather or COVID-19 concerns. Thursday, Feb. 25 Davenport soccer vs. St. George’s @ 3 p.m. Davenport volleyball vs. Chewelah @ 6:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 26 Davenport football at Asotin @ 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 27 2B high/middle school cross country meet at Asotin @ noon Harrington volleyball at Valley Christian @ noon Davenport soccer vs. Northwest Christian @ 1 p.m. Reardan soccer at St. George’s @ 1 p.m. Reardan football vs. Kettle Falls @ 1 p.m. Monday, Mar...
ODESSA — While Lincoln County has only two confirmed coronavirus cases, health officials have made testing availble. Clinics and hospitals in Davenport and Odessa are ready to test residents with related symptoms, which include fever, coughing and difficulty breathing. But don’t just show up at a clinic or hospital, call first, officials said. Local residents can call Odessa Rural Health Clinic at 509-982-2614 and Odessa Memorial Hospital at 509-982-2611. In the Davenport and Reardan areas, residents should call Dav...
DAVENPORT — A Sprague man was booked into the Lincoln County Jail on April 3. Lodai Douglas McSpadden, 41, was arrested by the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office for residential burglary. In an unrelated arrest, Kurt James Buntin, 45, of Airway Heights, was arrested by the Reardan Police Department. He was booked into the jail for physical control on April 3....
INCIDENT LOG For March 30 to April 4 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. NOTE: Several listings are missing locations because the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office did not include in its report to the media. March 30 False commercial alarm Maliscious mischief; windo...
Brandon Hansen Chewelah Independent CHEWELAH - With fire season quickly approaching, firefighters now must address a new challenge: how to deal with wildfires during a pandemic. The issue for firefighters is that they'll be squeezed from two fronts: Close living and working conditions in fire camps would allow the virus to spread, and if firefighters are quarantined, they wouldn't be able to respond to emergency calls. "Firefighter camps are notorious for 'camp crud,' a...
March 23 Motorcycle found in the ditch on state Highway 28 Wallet found in field Inmate William E. Crist, 21, scheduled to be released, but wanted on Spokane warrant Suspicious circumstances reporter on Spring Canyon Road Security check Traffic stop Private security alarm General panic alarm Security check Speeding complaint east of Grand Coulee Property check at 310 W. Watson, Creston Traffic stop Assist resident on South Blomgren Traffic stop Noise complaint about man shouting, playing religious speech near South Fifth...
DAVENPORT -- While Lincoln Hospital and Clinics have not had any confirmed COVID-19 cases in their facilities, they have been working tirelessly over the past few weeks to protect patients and employees from the virus and prevent a community outbreak of the disease. In the event that an outbreak should occur here, Lincoln Hospital would be the frontlines of medical care for our communities. "Like many hospitals and healthcare providers are doing right now, we had to consider h...
Reardan – After a career in education spanning decades, Reardan-Edwall School District Superintendent Marcus Morgan is retiring. Morgan is finishing his eleventh year with the school district. “It’s time to chase my grandson and spend time with my dear wife,” Morgan said “we plan to travel a little more and spend time with family.” Morgan has family members living in the Medical Lake, WA area and in Oregon. Morgan studied at Washington State University before accepting a...
Davenport – COVID-19 continues to spread across Washington and the U.S. as local, state and federal officials – as well as private entities – take action. As of press time, there is one confirmed case of the virus, popularly known as coronavirus, in Lincoln County. There are also confirmed cases in neighboring Lincoln and Spokane counties as well as a death in nearby Grant County. The number of confirmed cases in the state has grown to 1,012 with 52 deaths. The majority of th...
Sheriff and Jail 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. NOTE: Several listings are missing locations because the Lincoln County Sheriff’s office did not include in its report to the media. March 9 A hit and run was reported. Public works signs were repor...
Kimberly Dewey, 18, a senior at Reardan High School has signed a letter of intent to play basketball for Whitworth University in Spokane. "The basketball program [ in Reardan] has always been deep in my heart and I hope I have inspired others to chase after their dreams," Dewy said, "I am beyond excited to start my new journey at Whitworth. I feel it will be a perfect fit for me and my love for basketball. Thank you to the Reardan community for the endless support and always...
Doris Delaine Ensor, a resident of Davenport, Washington, for over 70 years, passed away on Friday, January 10, 2020, at the age of 94, at Lincoln Hospital where she received excellent care and compassion from the staff during her last month of life. Doris was born on May 2, 1925, in Happy Valley, near Portland, Oregon, to Elmer and Hazel (Knauss) Zinser. The Zinsers were one of the oldest pioneer families settling in the valley in 1890. She grew up on the family farm where...
Betty (Elizabeth) Ann Ray (Przybylski), age 71, passed away peacefully at home on March 2, 2020. Betty was born December 14, 1948 to George and Margaret Przybylski. Betty moved between Puyallup, Maple Valley, Reardan and Cheney, all in Washington, following her family and going where she was needed the most. She is survived by her three children and their spouses, Michelle and Aaron Hill, Brad and JoLynn Ray, Lisa and Joe Cushman, her ex-husband, Allan Ray, and her 8 grandchil...
Sheriff and Jail 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. Feb. 2 A caller from the Welch Creek Rd. area of Creston requested a deputy’s aid with an issue regarding privacy. A machine at a gravel pit south of Odessa was reported to have had the windows broken...
Sheriff and Jail 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. Feb. 24 A wandering dog was found in Harrington. A medical clinic requested a welfare check for a person who had suffered a stroke. A caller from the Schwartz Rd. area of Davenport reported a man on...
LANDRETH, Larry W. – Lifelong Reardan resident, passed away February 23, 2020 in Spokane, WA. He was born on October 5, 1930 in Spokane, WA to Milton and Mabel Landreth. He enjoyed sailing, snowmobiling and loved spending time with his family and supporting all his grandchildren. He was a member of St. Michaels Catholic church and the Spring Creek Grange. Larry married Betty Jean Smith on February 10, 1951 and raised their children on the family farm. Larry is survived by h...
Patricia Johnson passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 18, 2020 in Spokane, WA. Patty was born in Rawlins, Wyoming on October 27, 1939 to Lillian and Leo Murry. Patty attended St. Joseph's Catholic School and then graduated from Rawlins High School in 1957. After that she attended the University of Wyoming for one year. Patricia met James Johnson at their friends' wedding in Rawlins on September 15, 1962, where they were maid of honor and best man. The two got engaged...
Sheriff and Jail 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. Feb. 14 A Moses Lake caller reported an assault in the Spring Canyon area. A two vehicle collision was reported on SR 231 A Davenport caller form the 100 block of Sinclair St. reported an una...
Sheriff and jail 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. Feb. 10 A Lincoln County caller requested a welfare check on an elderly person living without electricity in their home. A Lincoln County caller reported a verbally assaultive, floor punching mal...
SPANGLE - Davenport wrestler Alex Plasencia only spent a minute-and-a-half on the mat last Thursday, Feb. 6, en route to an easy gold medal at 145 pounds. Plasencia received two byes to open the 1B/2B League-South district wrestling tournament at Liberty High School. Then he pinned Noah Sievers of Liberty in 45 seconds in the semifinals and Mike Bauman of Northwest Christian (Colbert) in 46 seconds. Plasencia led the Gorillas as the team finished second overall with 246...
SPANGLE — Four Indian wrestlers brought home gold Thursday, Feb. 6, from the 1B/2B League -South district wrestling meet at Spangle High School. Ethan Hull won the 126-pound class, Dylan Bjornberg won 138, Rylan Anderson won 152 and Kobe Martinez at 195. Prior to the start of wrestling, Anderson was awarded the district’s Wrestler of the Year plaque. Seeded No. 1, Hull received byes into the championship match. And his lone bout for the title only lasted 3:23 as he pinned Sam...
Sheriff and Jail 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. Feb.3 A Lincoln County caller reported a dark colored car parked partly on Waukon road as a possible traffic hazard. A Caller reported a truck driven recklessly and going into Davenport. Feb 4 A Dav...
SUPERIOR COURT John F. Strohmaier, Judge Criminal Sentencings Joshua J. Tonasket, 25, Keller, changed plea to guilty for a charge of residential burglary, sentenced to 6 months in jail. New Criminal Cases David W. McCoy, 41, Almira, charged with one count theft in the first degree, one count theft in the second degree, one count money laundering, , two counts identity theft in the first degree, in connection to an incident on taking place between Nov. 6, 2019 and Jan. 9, 2020, in which McCoy is accused of making fraudulent...
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. Jan. 20: A man requested to speak with a deputy about dogs chasing vehicles and a neighbor who rides a 4 wheeler without lights or license. A caller reported a burglary at a Wilbur storage unit. A woman reported her...
DAVENPORT – A local man has been hired as the new editor of the Davenport Times. Chris Person, 40, took over the newsroom Jan. 20. "This is a great opportunity to integrate and serve my community," Person said. "He'll be a great addition our news team providing coverage of Davenport, Reardan and Lincoln County," Publisher Roger Harnack said. Person replaces longtime Times Editor Mark Smith, who resigned due to medical issues last fall. For the last few months, Ritzville j...
