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Myles and Cameron Wilken of Sprague proudly sport Trump flags and wear their red, white and blue in the Sprague Days parade, Saturday, Sept. 14....
ODESSA - A local couple active throughout the community is serving as grand marshals for this year's Deutchesfest. Ed and Dee Deife will lead the Deutchesfest Grand Parade at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 21, through downtown. "It is an honor," Ed said of being named a co-grand marshal with his wife. "Partly, it just means we're old and have been around along time. "Credit certainly goes to the people we've worked with." The couple was selected as grand marshals this year for their...
1 years ago At present it is almost impossible to get a home in Odessa. As of the start of the school year all available homes in Odessa are occupied, indicating an increase in population which is contrary to current thought that population was on the decline. A fourth incendiary fire happened in Edwall. The fire was discovered at the Nick Klein residence early in the morning of the 14th. It seems coincidental that all four fires have been late on the 13th or early on the 14th. The four previous fires destroyed two grain...
STILLWATER – Oklahoma State University’s Ferguson College of Agriculture on Sept. 4 presented a Reardan man with two scholarships. Andrew Schulz received both the Agricultural Leadership and Joseph Fleming Memorial Freshman scholarships. The scholarships are part of the more than $1.8 million that students receive from the Ferguson College and its academic departments. “We are proud to support new students as they begin their academic careers in the Ferguson College of Agriculture,” said Cynda Clary, Ferguson College of Agri...
Josephine Winchell was born in Hood River, Ore., in 1863. Seventeen years later she married William Ditmar, 25. They claimed a quarter in 1880 and homesteading in 1886. They also claimed a timber culture in 1889, but this was not proved until 1898. In 1893, they were divorced. Josephine got custody of the five boys and the homestead quarter, horses, and farm equipment to support them. William was to pay off their debts. William remarried and worked the timber culture quarter. He earned enough to be able to purchase some more...
SPRAGUE — The largest community event of the year will fill downtown this weekend with classic cars, a parade, games, vendors and more. Sprague Days is set for Friday and Saturday, Sept. 14 and 15. “Sprague is a safe little community,” spokeswoman Joy Wilken said. “It’s good, old-fashioned family fun.” The festivities kick off with the arrival of classic cars and motorcycles registering for the Renegade Restorations Car and Bike Show downtown, as well as the start of the Disk Dogs event on the lawn at The Viking Drive-Inn,...
DAVENPORT - The Davenport Road Knights car club celebrated its 70th year this summer attending multiple events. "Our first event of the year was the Mule Days Car Show in Reardan," club Vice President Brian Curtis said. "With over 100 vehicles registered, it was our largest show." The club also participated in the Pioneer Days Show in Davenport and the Vintage Harvest Truck and Tractor Show east of the city. "We were blessed to have in attendance at the 2024 Pioneer Days Car...
One of my favorite seasons is quickly approaching-- the fall season. Fall brings so many wonderful aromas and colorful tree leaves, fun events such as county and state fairs along with fair food, Deutschesfest, apple cider, homemade apple strudel, and sporting events like football and volleyball. This is also a time of season when things start to change. The weather gets cooler, tree leaves start to change in color and begin to fall from their branches. We put away the shorts and t-shirts and don our warmer outerwear. Typical...
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 Sept. 18: Alice Nachtigal Davenport anniversaries Sept. 12: Erich and Janelle Hein Sept. 13: Weston and...
1 years ago Duck season is set for opening on Tuesday, the bag limit is 20 ducks per week. Since the season starts one half hour before sunrise, the following Odessa businesses will not be opening until eleven in the morning: The Quality Store, Odessa Hardware and Implement, Farmers and Merchants Bank, Michaelsen & Koth, W. H. Luher & Co., and First National Bank. Davenport Schools opened Monday for the upcoming term. Enrollment is 215 in grade school and 115 in the High School. The freshman class has 35 members and the 8th...
German Hot Potato Salad, a savory side dish to accompany grilled sausage or pork chops, is another dish served during Odessa’s Deutchesfest. Originally served by the Royal Neighbors organization, the following recipe is very close to the version served by current organizations, and is in reasonable amounts for family dining. German Hot Potato Salad 6 medium russet potatoes 6 slices bacon 1/4 cup finely minced onion 2 Tbsp granulated sugar 2 tsp salt 1/3 cup cider vinegar 1...
ODESSA — The annual Deutchesfest celebration is expected to draw runners to town Saturday, Sept. 16. That’s when the annual Deutchesfest Fun Run/Walk is set. The event begins with registration from 7:45-8:15 a.m. in the town park. The race starts at 8:30 a.m. Runners will have a choice of distances; a 5K run/walk and a 10K run are planned. The court has one steep hill about 650 yards long, organizers said. That hill is at the half-mile mark. Other than that, the course is generally flat, organizers said, noting that only abo...
Vance Walser, 2, of Reardan, shows Lincoln County Fair-goers how to "drive" a vintage John Deere tractor between animal events at the fairgrounds. Fair awards are announced on Pages 7 and 8, and official Lincoln County Rodeo results are on published Page 10....
1 years ago The Pacific Telephone and Telegraph company moved overnight from the Wilson building to the Smith residence. The move happened during the nigh and the long distance line was only out of commission for about 20 minutes. A crew of ten men worked on the job. The Blue Mouse theater was sold by owner E.O. Gabrielson to E. C. Gehrke fo Chelan. The new owner will move his family to Davenport and take possession of the theater next week. Almira assistant postmaster Lois E.Milner was indicted by a federal grand jury in S...
DAVENPORT — The Lincoln County Fair has announced the following non-animal awards for the Aug. 22-24 event: Educational Displays Open Adult — Nikki Ensor of Davenport, Best of Show, photography Educational Posters 4-H Junior — Tyler Jenness of Davenport, Special Award, Ruminant Stomach; Parker Clouse of Davenport, Best of Show, What are Scrapie Tags?; and Kylie Llewellyn of Almira, Best of Show, How to Care for a Lamb. 4-H Intermediate — Connor Clouse of Davenport, Best of Show, Types of Chicken Combs; and Addison O’Conne...
DAVENPORT - The Lincoln County Fair announced the following animal awards presented to participants during the Aug. 22-24 event: Beef Fitting and Showing 4-H Junior - Mason Lewis of Odessa, Reserve Champion; and Quincy Carter-Reed of Deer Park, Grand Champion. 4-H Intermediate - Finn Cushman of Reardan, Grand Champion; Addison O'Connell of Davenport, Reserve Champion. 4-H Senior - Case Brown of Spokane, Reserve Champion; and Morgan Lewis of Odessa, Grand Champion and Overall...
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...
SPRAGUE - A local farmer, volunteer and supporter of the community and area schools has been named Sprague Days grand marshal. Maureen Bourne will preside over the Sept 14-15 weekend of activities including the parade. "I appreciate living in a small town, the caring of community members helping take care of others," Bourne said, noting she's grateful for the honor. "This very heartfelt, humbling honor is greatly appreciated." She was selected for the honor by the Sprague...
DAVENPORT - A quilt raffle is underway to help raise funds for the Davenport Senior Center. "Our quilt raffle will run through the end of November," organizer and Senior Center President Christine Warwick Jenkins earlier this week. The quilt sports an image of a family of gorillas, in tribute to the mascot at Davenport High School. It was donated by Donna Gauch and Yvonne Mills, both of Davenport. The sale of raffle tickets will benefit efforts to remodel the Senior Center...
School has started in most of the Inland Northwest, but area fairs and festivals are still scheduled throughout September and October. Many festivals include a fundraising bake sale and Brownie Mallow Bars, a recipe submitted by Kelena Martinez, would be a welcome addition to any bakesale table. Kelena got the recipe from Merleen Smith. Both are Odessa residents. Brownie Mallow Bars 1 package, family size fudge brownie mix (13 x 9 inch pan) Eggs and vegetable oil listed in...
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...
1 years ago Deputy Sheriff Cecil Fisher led a party the raided the home of Arthur Haight near the Creston Ferry. Haight was arrested after a still, mash and moonshine were discovered. Mr Haight was released on a $250 bond and will appear for trial next month. The Columbia Hotel, former centerpiece of social activities in Davenport, will finally be torn down after sitting in disrepair and abandonment for 5 years. The building was purchased by Senator Charles Myers. Senator Myers has plans for an automobile service station...
1 years ago • A lot of people have asked the editor why the Standard Oil company trucks always have a chain dragging behind them. Harold Ottestad a Standard Oil employee was recently in the Record office and when questioned he said that the chain was dragged to avoid trouble from static electricity. • The Davenport Commercial Club has launched an investigation into why Wheat is paying 10 to 15 cents a bushel less in Davenport than in surrounding communities. • A new record high for the Gas Tax collected by the state was s...
