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DAVENPORT - The City Council moved forward with plans to expand the municipal airport and approved higher rates for water, sewer and garbage services during its regular meeting Jan. 14. The council unanimously adopted Resolution 2026-02, granting Mayor Brad Sweet authority to sign a 30-year ground lease with local pilot Tim O'Connell for space C-6 at the Davenport Municipal Airport. O'Connell intends to construct a personal hangar on the leased ground. City officials said...
SPRAGE - A large crowd, fast-paced bidding and an emotional award presentation highlighted the Sprague Chamber of Commerce Auction and Dinner on Monday, Jan. 19. The annual fundraiser raised $4,438 to support Chamber efforts and local initiatives. Attendance was high enough that organizers ran out of several dinner items during the meal service. Chamber President Tim Wilken said the turnout was the best the organization has seen in years. The event was held in the Sprague...
DAVENPORT - A Wilbur man facing multiple felony charges pleaded not guilty Tuesday, Jan. 20, in Lincoln County Superior Court, where a judge ordered him to remain restrained and denied a request to lower his bond, citing public safety and flight risk. John Michael Beeler, 52, is charged with attempting to elude a police vehicle, first-degree malicious mischief, violation of a protection order and third-degree assault. Attorney Grant Riva represents him, following the...
DAVENPORT - Lincoln County commissioners met Tuesday, Jan. 20, to hear updates from the Public Works Department on staffing, road projects and upcoming contracts. Representing Public Works were Director David Orvis, Road Operations Manager Save Sanford and County Engineer James Wege. Orvis reported that one mechanic resigned last Monday but the department is caught up on work and does not plan to hire a replacement at this time. He also presented a synopsis of a new contract...
DAVENPORT - A local man accused of assaulting and strangling his wife entered a not guilty plea Tuesday, Jan. 20, during an appearance in Lincoln County Superior Court, where a judge imposed a no-contact order and set the case for trial. Zeth William Swanger, 29, pleaded not guilty to one count of second-degree assault, domestic violence. He is represented by defense attorney Timothy Scott Note. Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Bruce Cox requested standard release conditions. Super...
HARRINGTON - The City Council discussed several infrastructure and community issues during their meeting Wednesday, Jan. 14, including the city's water system, cemetery maintenance, and proposed ordinances. Council members voted against replacing the city's water main using a loan from the state, citing operational concerns with Well No. 1. Mayor Joe Armand said testing revealed a series of valves had failed and need replacement before the well can go online. Armand also...
WALLA WALLA – A retired colonel who served at Fairchild Air Force Base has announced his candidacy for the state's 5th Congressional District. David Womack, a former Medical Group commander at Fairchild and a former Whitman Hospital CEO in Colfax, announced his candidacy earlier this month, citing a need for a broader focus on the challenges facing rural communities across Eastern Washington. "Putting the people of Eastern Washington first means addressing the issues that s...
Jan Pantoja, left, shares a moment with Gina Habbestad after receiving the Citizen of the Year award during the Sprague Chamber of Commerce event. Pantoja's heartfelt gratitude and tears were felt across the room....
HARRINGTON - The City Council discussed several infrastructure and community issues during their meeting Wednesday, Jan. 14, including the city's water system, cemetery maintenance, and proposed ordinances. Council members voted against replacing the city's water main using a loan from the state, citing operational concerns with Well No. 1. Mayor Joe Armand said testing revealed a series of valves had failed and need replacement before the well can go online. Armand also...
DAVENPORT — A man with multiple impaired-driving convictions was sentenced to more than three years in prison after a judge said public safety outweighed any leniency. Freddie Leeshell Franklin, 45, of Spokane pleaded guilty in Lincoln County Superior Court to felony DUI stemming from a traffic stop on Friday, Oct. 31, 2025. Charges of first-degree driving while license suspended and violation of an ignition interlock device were dismissed under a plea agreement. Franklin’s criminal history includes DUI convictions in 200...
DAVENPORT — A man with multiple impaired-driving convictions was sentenced to more than three years in prison after a judge said public safety outweighed any leniency. Freddie Leeshell Franklin, 45, pleaded guilty in Lincoln County Superior Court to felony DUI stemming from a traffic stop on Friday, Oct. 31, 2025. Charges of first-degree driving while license suspended and violation of an ignition interlock device were dismissed under a plea agreement. Franklin’s criminal history includes DUI convictions in 2001, 2016 and...
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. 12 Traffic Stops: 8 2:11 a.m. – A vehicle parked in the middle4 of Hawk Creek Rd was reported. 6:49 a.m. – A vehicle with someone sleeping in it was reported at Mountain View cemetery. 9:10 a....
ODESSA — A woman wanted in the drug overdose death of a Ritzville man has been located and taken into custody in southern Lincoln County. According to the Adams County Sheriff’s Office, Brittney Marie Jones, 35, was apprehended after Odessa police followed up on community tips that led authorities to a specific residence. Adams County Sheriff’s Office Cpl. Cale Yount, the lead investigator in the case, said detectives had established probable cause for Jones’ arrest prior to her apprehension. Yount said a citizen tip receive...
DAVENPORT — Lincoln County will close government offices, including the courthouse, on Monday, Jan. 19, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Federal, state and local offices, banks, public schools, and the U.S. Postal Service will be closed. UPS will not operate, while FedEx will offer limited services. Stock markets, including the NYSE and Nasdaq, will also be closed. Most grocery stores, major retailers, restaurants, and pharmacies will remain open. In addition, the Record-Times will maintain its regular business h...
DAVENPORT - A felony trial involving allegations of sexual exploitation of a minor has been pushed back just weeks before it was set to begin, after the defense requested additional time to conduct interviews. James Boss, 57, appeared for a readiness hearing during a Tuesday, Jan. 13, Superior Court hearing, where the defense asked to delay the trial, citing the need for additional interviews. The deputy prosecuting attorney, Bruce Cox, did not object. Superior Court Judge...
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: 6 2:22 a.m. — A man reported several cows loose on the roadway near the intersection of Highway 231, Highway 23 and Brown Road. 12:45 p.m. — A woman reported that her cat had...
DAVENPORT — A Spokane man accused of driving under the influence in Lincoln County appeared in Superior Court this week as attorneys signaled the case may soon be resolved without a trial. “Judge, we have done some extensive work on this case and we have reached an agreement,” public defender Dave Hearrean told the court. Hearrean asked that the trial dates be stricken and the matter continued one week to allow for a change-of-plea hearing. Lincoln County Superior Court Judge Adam Walser granted the request, setting the h...
DAVENPORT — Updated court proceedings this week set a February trial date for two Davenport brothers charged in connection with an alleged assault involving a juvenile at their 12th Street residence. Michael Jake Gatewood, 43, and Christopher Ray Gatewood, 45, both of Davenport, appeared in Lincoln County Superior Court on Tuesday, Jan. 13, where attorneys confirmed they are prepared to proceed to trial on Tuesday, Feb. 4. Public defender Victoria Iverson told the court the trial is expected to last up to three days, t...
OLYMPIA — With a $12-$16 billion budget shortfall hanging over the Legislature, House and Senate leaders and Gov. Bob Ferguson are offering different proposals to address the issue. The 2026 legislative session opened Monday, Jan. 12. Three panels of House and Senate leaders discussed the state’s transportation budget and general fund, while Ferguson renewed his support for a “millionaire tax.” The proposal would tax high-earners’ incomes. The biggest proposal to balance the budget is implementing the state’s first incom...
Vehicular assault trial delayed again DAVENPORT — A Lincoln County vehicular assault case was continued in Superior Court, with a February trial date vacated and rescheduled for later this spring. Dean Robert Swanson, 64, of Lincoln, appeared before Superior Court Judge Adam Walser, who reset the trial from Tuesday, Feb. 4, to Tuesday, March 25. Swanson faces two counts of vehicular assault stemming from a May 3, 2024, head-on collision on State Route 2 in Lincoln County. According to court records, Swanson was allegedly d...
DAVENPORT - A local man entered not guilty pleas to multiple felony charges, including indecent liberties and second-degree rape, both alleging forcible compulsion, sexual misconduct with a minor second-degree, and child molestation, third-degree in Lincoln County Superior Court Tuesday. Michael Finch, 64, of Davenport, was arraigned in Lincoln County Superior Court on Tuesday, Jan. 7, and entered not guilty pleas to all charges. He is represented by attorney Beavan Maxey....
DAVENPORT - Updated court proceedings in Lincoln County Superior Court on Tuesday, Jan. 6, resulted in a pause of the case pending further evaluation. An Odessa man accused of pointing a gun at three people during an October 2025 dispute maintained his not guilty plea to three counts of second-degree assault. Michael Frederick, 68, faces a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison and a $20,000 fine for each count, in addition to restitution, court costs and assessments. During a...
SPRAGUE — A non-injury collision involving two semi-trucks partially blocked traffic early Thursday morning on Interstate 90 east of Sprague, according to the Washington State Patrol. The collision occurred at 3:44 a.m. near milepost 249, about four miles east of Sprague. Trooper C. Pierce was at the scene of the crash, which involved two commercial vehicles and resulted in no reported injuries. WSP reported that Lane 1 was blocked following the collision, while vehicles were able to pass through Lane 2. A detour was in p...
DAVENPORT — A man facing multiple felony charges stemming from separate incidents appeared in Lincoln County Superior Court for a readiness hearing, where a judge granted one final continuance while making clear the case will proceed to trial if no resolution is reached. Kevin Raymond Duclos, 37, of Coulee Dam, faces two separate second-degree assault charges arising from different incidents. One count includes a domestic violence allegation, while the other alleges substantial bodily harm involving a juvenile. Duclos m...
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 Dec. 28 Traffic Stops: 13 12:11 p.m. — A man called stating he wanted to return to his sister’s home on Crescent Road North, but she said he could only come with a police escort, as she does no...
