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“You remind me of the Fourth of July… makes me want a hot dog real bad.” – Jennifer Coolidge in Legally Blonde 2, and me, basically every summer. There’s something about the Fourth of July that just lights a firecracker in my soul. Maybe it’s the smell of grilled meat, the feeling of an explosion in your chest as colors fill the dark sky, or the sheer joy of watching someone try to relight a dud firework with a beer in hand like they are suddenly a demolition expert. Now...
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...
Mary Ellen (Guthrie) Scharff Aug. 10, 1928 – June 9, 2025 Mary Ellen Scharff, 96, of Davenport, Wash., met her Lord and Savior face-to-face on June 9, 2025. She was born on August 10, 1928, in Wenatchee, Wash., to Clarence and Lucille (Rush) Guthrie. As the eldest of five children, Mary grew up in the Wenatchee/East Wenatchee area, graduating from Wenatchee High School in 1947. From a young age, Mary dreamed of becoming a nurse, a calling that she pursued with passion. A...
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 &...
HARRINGTON — The sounds of classic rock will fill the Harrington Opera House on Saturday, July 19, as The Rusty Vikings take the stage for an evening performance. The concert begins at 7 p.m. at the historic opera house, located at 19 South Third Street. Admission is by donation at the door. The Rusty Vikings, known for their high-energy renditions of 1950s and 1960s rock and roll, originated in 1969 when several members were students at Sprague High School. The band reunited in 2010 for the Sprague High School Class of 1...
GRAND COULEE — The Grand Coulee Dam Area Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Festival of America on July 4-5, featuring a spectacular fireworks display launched from the top of Grand Coulee Dam, following the “One River, Many Voices” laser light show at 10 p.m. on Friday, July 4. A separate professional fireworks show is scheduled for Saturday, July 5 at Two Rivers Resort, across from Fort Spokane in Stevens County, as part of the resort’s annual celebration. The Festival of America, held in the park below the Grand Coul...
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...
HARRINGTON — The Harrington Library is launching its four-week summer reading program for children on Tuesday, July 15, while also preparing for updated hours set to take effect in August. The program, themed Steam into Action, will be held each Tuesday from 1 to 3 p.m. through August 5. The kickoff event on July 15 will feature a “battle bot” workshop presented by the Mobius Science Center, during which children will design and compete with their own robots. “This is a sciency STEM thing where the kids are going to design...
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,...
Reardan Lions Club president Dale Swant presenting Kathy Eastman her award for being named Reardan's Citizen of the Year at the Lions Club picnic on June 16....
HARRINGTON - The annual Vintage Country Fair brought a full day of small-town tradition, family fun and historic celebration to the heart of downtown on Saturday, June 21, with cheerful crowds braving the weather to enjoy the festivities from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The fair featured a variety of attractions, including live music, vintage market vendors, a tractor showcase, classic fair food, children's activities and community-wide yard sales. Residents and visitors were invited to...
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...
DAVENPORT - The Davenport Lions Club has distributed more than $22,000 to local community programs and organizations for the 2024-2025 fiscal year, with funds raised through events like Turkey Bingo, calendar sales, aluminum can collection, and the Pioneer Days BBQ, according to a club statement released April 14, 2025. The majority of funds, generated through fundraisers, member dues, and contributions, directly support local civic groups, youth organizations, and community...
Kindergartners Selah Logwood and Emmalyn Wagner wave to the crowd after dancing at the Reardan Partners in Education talent show on Friday, June 13....
Culinary Arts, cooking and baking, candy making are just as creative as any quilting, sewing or craft project. Someone is thinking up something new all the time. Pancake bites came onto my radar over the past couple of weeks, and I discovered there are dozens of recipes available for these tasty treats. Some pancake bites are sweet and filled with fruit, and others are savory and include sausage or other meats. Some recipes start with pancake mix and others are, from scratch,...
DAVENPORT - On June 6, twenty-three students from the elementary school's fourth grade classes were rewarded with an end-of-the-year pizza feed at the 6th Street Café by teachers, Morgan Hunt and Karen Lyle. This was the twenty fifth-year Lyle has recognized her students for achieving their reading goal for the year. This year the students read at least 2025 minutes at home. In addition to the pizza, Hunt and Lyle made hats for each of the students. "It is a great way to...
HARRINGTON - Fifty students from public and private K-12 schools across Spokane Valley, Liberty Lake, Freeman, West Plains, and Tekoa received the 2025 PACE Award for demonstrating outstanding character, the Harrington School District announced Tuesday. The awards, presented in partnership with PACE, recognize one student per school for consistently exemplifying traits such as integrity, kindness, and responsibility. Schools faced tough decisions, selecting from many students...
DAVENPORT - More than 100 people attended Lincoln County Health Department's community health fair at the middle school Thursday, June 12. This year's focus was injury and substance abuse prevention. The event included free food provided by Rural Resource's Produce Pantry, a meal provided by Hazel's Dozen of Harrington, 21 vendors and a raffle. Carey Guhlke-Falk, Director of Community Collaboration for Lincoln County Public Health, organized the event. "We have held this event...
Davenport birthdays June 19: Gerry Rambo, Chris Gunning June 20: Shelly Johnston, Luke Hammond, William Briggs, Todd Winzer June 21: Cody Johnston, John Badgley, Harlow Janke June 23: Libby Murdock, Dustin Jenness, Josh Warwick June 24: Patty Hupp, Linda Spencer, Emma Johnson, Callen Wynecoop June 26: Craig Deppner, Stephanie Zeiler June 27: Kelli Wilkie, Darcy Dennis, Cindy Warner Davenport anniversaries June 19: Jacob and Mallory Kragt June 20: Tim and Kathy Podowicz June 21: Rob and Vicki Morcom, Tyson and Stephanie Linstr...
1 years ago All driver’s licenses in Washington expire July 31 and the new ones become effective August 1 and are good for two years. Licenses cost $1.00 and every person who drives an automobile or truck must have one. Two Harrington youth were struck by a car while walking on the sidewalk in front of state bank. Herbert Armstrong and Donald Oestrich were knocked down and narrowly escaped serious injury. The car was driven by Pete Smensen. Jake Woitt, formerly of Odessa is wanted by Federal authorities for a liquor c...
