May 29, 2026
May 29, 2026
Here are the lowest regular gasoline prices per gallon reported in the region by GasBuddy.com as of 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 27: Airway Heights $5.19 at NomNom and Speedi-Shoppe. Cheney $5.35 at Maverik. Harrington $5.69 at Cenex Moscow, Idaho $4.69 at Primeland Co-op. Moses Lake $5.05 at Chevron. Post Falls, Idaho $4.34 at Local Market Post Falls Chevron Pullman $5.39 at Mobil and Chevron. Ritzville $5.44 at Conoco. Spokane $5.18 at Circle. Wilbur $5.54 at...
DAVENPORT — A Grant County Superior Court judge is deliberating whether the King family has a constitutional right to a jury trial in its dispute with the state Department of Ecology over stockwater ponds the state classifies as protected wetlands. During a May 21 hearing, attorneys from the Pacific Legal Foundation argued that forcing Wade and Teresa King into an administrative proceeding before the governor-appointed Pollution Control Hearings Board violates the Washington State Constitution, which states that the right...
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 May 18 Traffic stops: 8 6:18 a.m. — A sex assault was reported early Monday morning. 10:51 a.m. — Deputies located a lost dog and returned it to its owner. 11:08 a.m. — Deputies checked...
HARRINGTON — Three teenage boys were arraigned Tuesday, May 26, on charges related to an overnight vandalism spree last month that caused more than $8,400 in damage. Donovin Jackson, 16, and Carter D. Frutchey, 15, both of Harrington, and Landon R. Gatewood, 14, of Davenport, were charged in the juvenile division of Lincoln County Superior Court. Jackson is charged with first-degree malicious mischief, a class B felony, for knowingly and maliciously causing physical damage in excess of $5,000 to property of the city of...
DAVENPORT - A hitchhiker gave a deputy his brother's name and date of birth in an attempt to conceal his true identity and avoid arrest on outstanding warrants last fall. As a result, Marc D. Anderson, 56, was arraigned on second-degree identity theft in Lincoln County Superior Court on Tuesday, May 26. He pleaded not guilty before Judge Adam Walser. He will be tried at 9 a.m. July 22; a readiness hearing is set for 10:30 a.m. June 30. According to the probable cause...
It's time to think about potential summer hazards for our livestock and pets. It is quite common for me to get inquiries about algae poisoning during the warmer months. Here's some practical guidance for keeping animals safe: Summer risk and causes Cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) thrive when water is warm, calm, and high in nitrogen and phosphorus - conditions common in late spring through early fall. Hot weather, longer stratified seasons and inputs from fertilizer, manure...
Retired Washington firefighters and police officers are suing the state to stop one of the most dangerous pension raids in American history. They should win, and the courts should not have to work hard to get there. House Bill 2034, passed during the 2026 legislative session, strips billions of dollars out of the Law Enforcement Officers’ and Fire Fighters’ Plan 1 (LEOFF 1) pension fund and redirects that money to unrelated state spending. The state calls the maneuver a...
DAVENPORT- The annual citywide yard sale returns this Saturday, May 30, as high school students coordinate the event to draw shoppers from surrounding communities. High school teacher and Future Business Leaders of America adviser Leah Silvieus said there are more addresses registered than last year's 10. At press time, more addresses were still to be added. This year's citywide yard sale also includes new highway banners, she said. The Davenport High School Future Business...
DAVENPORT - Flags marked the graves of local veterans Monday, May 25, as residents gathered at Mountain View Cemetery to remember those who died in military service during the community's annual Memorial Day observance. The program featured a welcome and pledge by Tony Hein, an invocation and Memorial Day address by Pastor Tyler Gubsch. Hein also read letters from veterans and offered a prayer. Marsha Hendrickson placed the ceremonial wreath and Veteran Honor Guard - Jim...
ODESSA — Community members gathered at the Odessa Cemetery on Memorial Day to pay tribute to area veterans who lost their lives serving in the armed forces. Mike Hardung and Bob Martin placed the wreath during the observance. Pastor Travis Powers delivered a prayer and shared a message. A three-gun salute was performed by Gerald “Seth” Smith, Tony Quilici and Ryan Scrupps. Scrupps also played Taps. The “Odessa Roll of Honor” mural at the local Veterans of Foreign...
REARDAN – Inside the Speed Trap Tap House this past Monday, the usual clinking of glasses gave way to a respectful silence as more than 55 community members gathered to honor the nation's fallen service members. For 20 minutes, the town paused, for Memorial Day remembrance. The ceremony began with the familiar words of the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by the national anthem, played by Reardan High School band members Treyson Singleton, Blake Wynecoop, and Gavin Wynecoop....
DAVENPORT — Lincoln County has a significantly older population than the state average, with 30.2% of residents age 65 and older compared to 17.3% statewide, according to the 2022 Demographics & Social Characteristics report. In response, Lincoln County Public Health is hosting a free community health fair focused on helping residents of all ages stay strong, connected and supported. The event, “Healthy Roots for Every Generation,” is scheduled for Thursday, June 11, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Lincoln County...
SPRAGUE – The Sprague Farmers Market will kickoff the summer season with a special event Saturday, June 14. The kickoff will take place downtown and will feature local vendors offering produce, flowers, handmade goods, baked treats, crafts, honey and more. It also comes with the Mini-Bike Meetup, Guests can shop locally while enjoying the excitement of the mini-bike meetup and races throughout the day. The Farmers Market will continue every other Sunday through the summer, providing a fun community gathering that supports...
Life is like driving. It’s not a competition, though many people treat it like it is. People who are competing are trying to have bigger and better, and have it for longer than the rest of us. Perhaps this kind of comparison living and trying to outdo everyone around you makes you happy; but it is annoying to the rest of us. And you should know that if you’re competing by blasting your sound system, my grandkids and I make fun of you for sharing such bad music. Life is a like driving. We all have different vehicles....
Davenport Birthdays May 28 - Bryce Bailey, Noreen Hutfless, Michelle Lilje, Stephanie Morgan, Matt Street, Lucas Zeus, May 29 - Olivia Alspach, Gabriella Wainblat May 30 - Anne Guhlke, Nolan Lilje, Diana Schweiger, May 31 - John Coley, Matthew Delafield, Maraih Klips, Carah Piper June 1 - Kathleen Bilodeaux, Casey Breithaupt June 2 - Laurel Hansen, Christine Jenkins June 3 - Ryan Buchmann, Joe Coppersmith, Connie Lust, Steve Nowland Anniversaries May 30 - Luke and Lindsey McCluskey, Corey and Leslie Oliver June 2 - Max and...
100 years ago Grain in the Odessa area has seldom looked better than it does this year. It is starting to get dry and a rain would definitely help the crops. Lawrence Leask a farm hand on the John Nichols farm just southeast of Davenport was killed by a lightning strike during a storm. One of Leask’s shoes was missing as well as his watch. An automobile driven by E. A. Rambo stuck Henry Atrops, Reardan area farmer, while he was crossing the main street in town. 75 years ago Joe Winter, employee of Davenport Tractor and...
DAVENPORT — Three decades of UFO research will be discussed Saturday, May 30, at the Lincoln County Museum. During the 2 p.m. program, National UFO Reporting Center Director Peter Davenport of Harrington will present some of the information he compiled, including sighting reports and analysis. His presentation will take place at the museum, 801 Seventh St. Davenport is among the world’s foremost UFO researchers. His National UFO Reporting Center reports have regularly been broadcast nationally for decades on the Coast...
DAVENPORT — Bargain hunters may find plenty of treasures at the Lincoln County Museum’s annual rummage sale Saturday, June 13. The sale runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the museum barn, 500 Seventh St. It is primarily a volunteers estate sale with proceeds benefiting the...
REARDAN – Gentlemen, start your engines. It’s time to get ready for Road Knights’ Park on the Green Car Show. The car show runs from 8-10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 6, in the town park. Register at reardanmuledays.com; pre-registration ends June 3. There’s an entry fee. Those entering vehicles will receive a T-shirt and dash plate. Entrants are advised to enter the park from its southwest corner on Maple...
SPOKANE – Athletes from Davenport and Reardan competed in the NE2B District 6 Track and Field Championship at Whitworth University on May 21 and 23. The Freeman boys ran away with the team title with 140.5 points. Davenport placed eighth with 36 points and Reardan placed ninth with 32 points. Freeman also won the girls team title, scoring 120 points. Davenport placed third with 94 points and Reardan placed eighth with 45.5 points. The individual top finishers will compete...
VALLEY CHRISTIAN - Multiple Odessa athletes and two relays punched their tickets to the regional championships with standout performances at the District 6 1B Track & Field Championships held May 20-22 at Valley Christian School. The Tigers' boys team finished seventh in the team standings with 32 points. Junior Landon McMillan led the way for the Tigers, taking second in the 110-meter hurdles in 16.33 seconds and second in the triple jump with a personal-best 41-7.5. He also...
YAKIMA – Three area girls fastpitch softball teams competed last weekend, May 21-23, in the state 1B and 2B tournaments at the Gateway Sports Complex in Yakima. Wilbur-Creston and Almira/Coulee-Hartline were amid the 1B ranks, while Lake Roosevelt was in 2B. All three went 2-1 and returned without a trophy. Lake Roosevelt lost it's opening game to eventual state runner-up. The Raiders then eliminated Colfax before themselves being eliminated by Kittitas. Wilbur-Creston...
Trustee Sale # 141065-WA Title # CLRINS25906675 Notice of Trustee’s Sale Grantor(s): JOHN E ERICKSON, AN UNMARRIED PERSON Grantee(s): QUALITY LOAN SERVICING, as Trustee Original beneficiary of the deed of trust: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS DESIGNATED NOMINEE FOR TURN TWO MORTGAGE, BENEFICIARY OF THE SECURITY INSTRUMENT, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS Current beneficiary of the deed of trust: UNITED WHOLESALE MORTGAGE, LLC Current trustee of the deed of trust: CLEAR RECON CORP Current mortgage servicer...
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Superior Court of WA for Lincoln County Case No. 26-4-00018-22 Estate of Shirli Dianne Miller The personal representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the personal representative at the address stated below a copy of the claim...
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF CALL FOR BIDS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Board of County Commissioners of Lincoln County, Washington that sealed bids will be received at the following location before the specified time: • At the Lincoln County Department of Public Works Office, located at 27234 SR 25 N. Davenport, Washington 99122 until 1 :00 P.M. on Monday, June 8, 2026. Bids delivered in person will be received at the front desk. • Bids mailed to the Lincoln County Department of Public Works, 27234 SR 25 N. Davenport. WA...
PUBLIC NOTICE INVITATION TO BID PROJECT: Reardan High School HVAC Upgrade Reardan-Edwall School District 215 East Spokane Avenue Reardan, WA 99029 1. Sealed bids, addressed to Jim Porter will be received from qualified Contractors for the above project at the Reardan-Edwall School District Office, 215 East Spokane Avenue, Reardan, WA 99029 or PO Box 225, Reardan, WA 99029. Bids shall be delivered by mail or by hand on or before 3:00 p.m. Friday, June 5, 2026. All bids will be opened at 3:00 p.m., Friday, June 5, 2026. 2....
PUBLIC NOTICE LINCOLN COUNTY NOTICE OF APPLICATION AND DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE (DNS) STATE ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (SEPA) (RCW 43.21C) SEPA RULES (WAC 197-11) FILE NO. PL-CUP-006-25 DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSAL: The proposal involves development and environmental stewardship activities on a 10-acre rural site near Davenport, Washington. Planned uses include basalt from the quarry that will be combined with used concrete for repurposing for construction materials, bamboo cultivation for biomass biochar production and...
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