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DAVENPORT – Washington State University Wrestling has launched an endowment in honor of Brody James Schillinger, a young wrestler who dreamed of competing for WSU. The scholarship fund, which aims to raise $50,000, will provide financial assistance to future high school wrestling recruits. Schillinger passed away in a fatal crash early on Sunday, Feb. 23, just hours after his younger brother, Brock Gustaveson, won the Washington State Mat Classic wrestling championship at 190 pounds. Schillinger had planned to wrestle at WSU...
ODESSA – The Odessa Hospital Board convened its latest meeting on Thursday, Feb. 27, where community members voiced concerns about hospital leadership, financial decisions, and facility management. Barbara Vogelsang initiated the public comment session, emphasizing the board's accountability in overseeing the hospital's operations. "A lot has happened since then. I am concerned. I am here not about me. I am concerned about this community's asset, for which you have the u...
GRAND COULEE - Two suspects accused of check fraud and burglary were found competent to stand trial during a hearing in Lincoln County Superior Court on Tuesday, March 4. Jake Keith Denning and Brittany Ann Ogden, both of whom had previously undergone competency evaluations, were deemed fit for trial by both the state and their respective defenses. Denning entered a plea of not guilty to the charges against him. The state requested that his bond remain at $50,000 with...
DAVENPORT – Brock Gustaveson capped off an exceptional season Saturday, Feb. 22, securing his second consecutive 1B/2B state title at 190 pounds with a technical fall victory. The Davenport junior, who was the defending champion at the weight class, remains the school's first and only state wrestling champion. Alongside teammate Malachi Hoff, Gustaveson also became one of the only two wrestlers in school history to achieve 50 wins in a single season. Among those victories w...
DAVENPORT — Lincoln County commissioners discussed declaring a state of emergency due to recent weather-related issues and approved various county measures during their latest meeting. Commissioner Rob Coffman was absent while attending a conference in Washington, D.C., with other commissioners from across the state. “We have 12 days from the time of an emergency to declare an emergency, and then we will keep that in place for the road closures,” Commissioner Scott Hutse...
SPRAGUE — A 69-year-old man accused of threatening to kill people while armed with a loaded firearm at the Sprague Motel is now set to face trial on Friday, April 19, with a readiness hearing scheduled for Monday, March 25. Michael Gilstrap was charged with one count of felony harassment-threat to kill following his arrest on June 11, 2024, at the Sprague Motel, located at 312 East First Street. According to reports, deputies responded to a 911 call reporting a man waving a gun and threatening to kill everyone. “There is a m...
DAVENPORT — The Davenport City Council discussed various community matters during its latest meeting, including the future of the city’s skate park, airport fuel costs, and an agreement with the school district for ballfield use. The meeting was called to order at 7 p.m. with all council members present. A resident inquired about park and cemetery reports and advocated for keeping the skate park in its current location unless an offer was made to relocate it. Councilmember Lance Strite responded that there had been no progres...
CRESTON — A man accused of leading law enforcement on a high-speed chase on U.S. Highway 2 on Halloween remains in custody as his case moves toward trial. Alberto Lorenzo, 40, is being held in the Lincoln County Jail in Davenport on $50,000 bail on a charge of attempting to elude law enforcement. As his case moves toward trial, Lorenzo has claimed that his vehicle was disposed of and his cell phone was hacked. He sent a letter to the court stating that his personal belongings were inside the vehicle, which was recorded as bei...
ODESSA – Voters overwhelmingly approved two school levies for the Odessa School District, ensuring continued funding for critical programs and facility maintenance. The education programs and operations levy, which passed with more than 70% support, will help fund sports and activities programs, the school nurse, field trips, and other essential needs not fully covered by state funding, Superintendent Stephen Fisk said. “The levy helps us with what the state budget doesn’t adequately cover,” Fisk said. “We can start col...
CRESTON - After months of searching for a facility, Howard and Mia Lawson have officially reopened Crestoon H&M Custom Meat LLC, welcoming customers who patiently awaited their return. Located on Redwine Canyon Road, the Lawsons are eager to return to business. "We are open. Have been since the first of November," Howard Lawson said. "We are really blessed that some of our previous customers said, 'We'll wait.'" The business, inspected by the USDA, specializes in custom meat...
As I sit in my home, serenaded by the relentless, off-key meows of Harrington’s band of “aristocats”, I can’t help but wonder if the cats have officially claimed the town. My neighbor and I have spent countless text exchanges brainstorming ways to curb our new, uninvited guests. Should we plant a catnip (cat-cannabis) field out in the sticks to lure them into a blissful utopia? Perhaps. Do not take me seriously. But it did send me down a rabbit hole—or, more accurately, a cat...
HARRINGTON — Young girls and their fathers had a night to remember with cowboy boots, gorgeous dresses, and mouth watering food. The dance floor was packed at the annual Boots & Beauties Daddy-Daughter Dance as it celebrated its fourth year on Saturday, Feb. 22. Crowds of families gathered for an evening of fun and fundraising. Carolyn Mattozzi, one of the event organizers, said the dance first began after the COVID-19 pandemic and quickly became a community favorite. “We sta...
REARDAN - A Reardan High School senior will be recognized in front of the student body after achieving what her athletic director called the pinnacle of high school wrestling-winning a state title in just her second year in the sport. She also made history as the first woman in Lincoln County to win a state wrestling championship. Danika Bretz, a Reardan school senior who competed in the 170-pound division, pinned four opponents in a row after her first-round match to claim...
DAVENPORT — Brody J. Schillinger, a 19-year-old Davenport resident and standout athlete, died early Sunday, Feb. 23, in a rollover crash on U.S. Highway 2, about four miles west of the city. A Celebration of Life is planned for Saturday, March 1, at noon in the Davenport High School Gymnasium at 801 7th Street. The graveside service is to follow at Mountainview Cemetery. A meal and gathering will take place after at the Davenport Memorial Hall at 511 Park Street. According to the Washington State Patrol, Schillinger was e...
DAVENPORT — A combination of heavy rain, melting snow, and frozen ground created what officials are calling the “perfect storm” for widespread flooding, mudslides, and road closures throughout the county. Several roads were deemed impassable over the weekend due to high water levels and erosion. Hawk Creek Ranch Road and Mill Canyon Road were among the most severely impacted, with Hawk Creek rising to eight feet deep in some areas. Other closures included Circle Road, Gaffney Road, Cupers Road, and Sage Hen Draw Road. “We h...
DAVENPORT - Two suspects charged in connection with a January burglary in Almira returned to Lincoln County Superior Court for readiness hearings on Tuesday, Feb. 25. Jose Rafael Medina Lomeli, 28, and Delila Ellen Reid, 50, appeared before Judge Adam Walser as their cases move toward trial. Both face multiple charges stemming from the Jan. 9 burglary, in which firearms, a Liberty safe, household items and a Jeep were stolen from a residence and shop. Medina Lomeli is charged...
DAVENPORT — A Spokane man is facing charges after deputies recovered a stolen vehicle and linked it to him through evidence found inside and witness accounts. Dathan Spurgeon Miller, 36, has been charged with possession of a stolen vehicle after Lincoln County deputies discovered a white 1993 Chevrolet pickup abandoned in a ditch along Sunset Highway on December 20, 2024. The truck, which had been reported stolen from Spokane on November 9, was partially blocking the roadway when authorities arrived. Miller did not appear for...
DAVENPORT – A Brewster woman was set to be arraigned in Lincoln County Superior Court Tuesday, Feb. 25, after a bag of suspected narcotics was removed from her person while in police custody. Kira Esmerelda Oregon Hernandez, 23, of Brewster, was charged with possession of a controlled substance in a correctional facility following her arrest earlier this month. Oregon Hernandez was not present for her arraignment hearing on the day. Lincoln County Superior Court Judge Adam Walser ordered a Warrant for her arrest with a $5,000...
SPRAGUE — The Sprague Chamber of Commerce approved revisions to its bylaws and discussed updates to its community hall use policy during its recent meeting on Thursday, Feb. 20. The revised bylaws, as presented at the annual meeting, clarify yearly membership fees and stipulate that each membership runs from Jan. 1 to Dec. 31. Other changes outline procedures for regular and special meetings and reinforce voting privileges for officers, board members, and members. Additional revisions were primarily spelling corrections. I...
DAVENPORT - Laughter, twinkling lights and nonstop dancing filled the auditorium at Davenport High School on Saturday, Feb. 22, as families gathered for the annual Itty Bitty Prom. The event, themed "Starry Nights," provided a space for young children to dress up, run around with friends and enjoy a night of fun in a safe environment. Unlike a traditional prom, Itty Bitty Prom allows kids to make the night their own, without the formality of a structured dance. "We sold at...
I have always considered myself many things—an investigative journalist, a semi-decent cook, and a dog mom extraordinaire—but coordinated? Absolutely not. So, naturally, when I decided to try a tanning bed for the first time, I knew it was going to be an experience. For background, I have had my fair share of sunburns over the years, from spending summers on the lake with little to no sunscreen to testing out self-tanners that left me more orange and greasy than bronzed and...
REARDAN - Teen PIE, a newly established community program focused on fostering connections between teens and parents, hosted a Valentine's-themed event featuring crafts, line dancing, karaoke, and an indoor snowball fight. The event, held as part of the group's monthly initiative, included Valentine card-making, cookie decorating, and friendship bracelet kits. Food was available for purchase to help fund future gatherings. Teen PIE-short for Partners In Education-aims to...
SPOKANE - Several wrestlers from Wilbur-Creston, Reardan, Davenport and Almira- Coulee/Hartline secured top finishes at the District 6 Girls 1B/2B/1A Tournament on Saturday, Feb. 15. Wilbur-Creston had a strong showing with multiple podium finishes. Only the Top 2 girls at each weight advanced to state. Lillian Monaghan took first in the 125-pound weight class, defeating Addison Stigall of Newport with a fall at 3:14. Skyla Jensen, also from Wilbur-Creston, placed third in...
The Davenport Youth Basketball Tournament, held from Friday, February 14 to Sunday, February 16, featured a weekend of exciting matchups across multiple age divisions. In the boys' competition, Davenport saw a victory in the 4B bracket, defeating Odessa, while Ritzville fell to Omak in the 3G division. Colfax's teams had a strong showing, with both the 4G and 6G squads securing wins over Liberty and Finley, respectively. Tekoa also had success in the girls' tournament, with...
ROCKFORD — Wrestlers from Davenport, Reardan, Sprague, and Wilbur-Creston competed in the District 6 Boys Wrestling Tournament on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at Freeman High School, with several athletes securing spots for the next stage of postseason competition. Davenport’s Jacob James earned a third-place finish at 106 lbs., defeating Tysen Anderson of Liberty (Spangle) with a 5-2 decision. Freeman’s Ryder Pedersen claimed 1st place, dominating Michael Winn of Kettle Falls in a 23-11 victory. At 113 lbs., Freem...
