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ODESSA - Voters here have approved Proposition No. 1, a measure to increase funding for the Police Department, during the primary election Tuesday, Aug. 6. A preliminary county shows the proposition received 103 votes in favor (58.86%) and 72 votes against (41.14%). The measure authorizes a levy lid lift to raise the 2025 property tax rate from the current approximate rate of $2.55 per $1,000 of assessed value to $3.375 per $1,000 of assessed value. This increase is expected...
ODESSA - A local man was killed Wednesday, July 31, in a motorcycle crash near downtown. John Hardt, 78, of Odessa was northbound on state Highway 21 when he lost control of his 2006 Harley-Davidson XL 883 motorcycle and careened into a ditch near May Avenue about 4:55 p.m., the Washington State Patrol reported. Despite wearing a helmet, Hardt was pronounced dead at the scene, the patrol reported. Neither drugs nor alcohol was a factor. A 1964 Wilson Creek High School...
DAVENPORT - A Kansas man waived extradition in Lincoln County Superior Court on Tuesday, August 6, consenting to return voluntarily to Kansas to face a felony charge of fentanyl possession. Shane Eldon Thompson, 26, was arrested on Thursday, August 1, after Lincoln County Sheriff's Office deputies responded to a vehicle collision involving a U-Haul truck at SR-2 and MP 217. The truck had driven into a farm stubble field owned by Mark Sheffels. According to the Lincoln County...
DAVENPORT — A local man who had previously appealed to regain his firearm rights was awarded them in Lincoln County Superior Court on Tuesday, August 6. The 10:30 a.m. hearing saw Wallace Elby Buck, 62, of Davenport, appear before Judge Dan Johnson, who asked the State if there were any further objections to Buck regaining his rights. The prosecution presented no new objections, and Judge Johnson signed the order to restore Buck’s firearm rights. Buck’s wife, whom he cited as the primary reason for his appeal, was prese...
FRUITLAND - A stolen excavator has been recovered from Stevens County with the assistance of the Stevens County Sheriff's Office and Spokane Tribal Police. The 2014 Caterpillar 305-5 Mini Excavator, stolen from the Miles Creston Road Construction site on the evening of Wednesday, July 31, was identified by its C.I. LOVELL company decal on the door and NC Machinery decal on the side. Anyone with information regarding the excavator's theft or location is asked to contact the...
OLYMPIA — According to a press release by the State of Washington Recreation and Conservation Office, state agencies are urging the public to spend ten minutes inspecting trees for invasive insects this month. The Washington Invasive Species Council, Department of Natural Resources, Department of Agriculture, and Washington State University Extension seek help identifying these pests, which often emerge in late summer. Invasive insects can also be found around lights, standing water, and pool filters. Since 1990, at least 7...
DAVENPORT — Voters approved two propositions for local fire districts during the primary election Tuesday, August 6. In Lincoln County Fire District No. 5, Proposition No. 1 passed with 325 votes in favor (72.22%) and 125 votes against (27.78%). This measure authorizes the district to set its regular property tax levy at $1.00 per $1,000 of assessed value for 2024, to be collected in 2025. The funds will be used to maintain and improve fire protection and emergency medical services, replace apparatus and equipment, and e...
DAVENPORT— With all 46 precincts reporting, Lincoln County has released preliminary results of the Tuesday, Aug. 6, primary election. As of 8:10 p.m., 2,202 ballots had been counted in the primary election. There are 8,416 registered voters in the county, reflecting a 26.16% voter turnout. An estimated 1,043 ballots remain to be counted, with the next update scheduled for 4 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 7. The lone candidate Jo M. Gilchrist received 525 votes in the race for County Commissioner District No. 1. In the race for C...
ODESSA — Voters here have approved Proposition No. 1, a measure to increase funding for the Police Department, during the primary election Tuesday, Aug. 6. A preliminary county shows the proposition received 103 votes in favor (58.86%) and 72 votes against (41.14%). The measure authorizes a levy lid lift to raise the 2025 property tax rate from the current approximate rate of $2.55 per $1,000 of assessed value to $3.375 per $1,000 of assessed value. This increase is expected to generate approximately $40,000 annually to f...
DAVENPORT - The Columbia Basin Fire has prompted evacuations in the Tyler area, with Sprague fire units currently on scene. The Red Cross is setting up an evacuation shelter at Cheney High School. Although no evacuations have been ordered in Lincoln County, the fire is moving northeast, away from the area. Residents near this fire should remain aware of their surroundings and evacuate if they feel unsafe. With the dry summer season and recent red flag warnings, it's essential...
DAVENPORT — The local man seeking to regain his firearm rights in court after they were revoked due to a crime committed nearly 20 years ago is set to return to Lincoln County Superior Court next week. Wallace Elby Buck, 62, of Davenport, is scheduled for a hearing in Lincoln County Superior Court on Tuesday, August 6 at 10:30 a.m. Buck filed a five-page addendum to the court on Monday, July 29, outlining his request and providing additional context for his appeal. His conviction dates back to January 18, 2008, when he was f...
DAVENPORT — Innovia Foundation will host a free Kona shaved ice event at Davenport Waterpark on Thursday, August 1, from 2 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., as part of its 50th Anniversary theme, “Celebrating Community.” According to the Foundation, the event aims to provide a space for community members to gather, swim, and enjoy free treats. This event is part of a series of activities Innovia is hosting to celebrate its 50th Anniversary. Throughout 2024, Innovia, in partnership with NonStop Local KHQ, will host various free, inclu...
HARRINGTON - The City Council held a regular meeting on Wednesday, July 24, to discuss several items on the previously approved agenda. The regular council meeting was called to order with Councilmembers Hardy, Butris, and Meats in attendance. Councilwoman Moritz was absent and excused, while Councilman Gavin Wagner was expected to join if his schedule permitted, however, a combine kept him occupied. No visitors were present in the gallery. The agenda proceeded with a request...
DAVENPORT — The City Council met for their regular session on Wednesday, July 24 at 7 p.m., with Mayor Jonathan Chapman presiding over the proceedings. According to the draft minutes submitted by David Leath, City Clerk of Davenport, all Council Members were present, alongside several community members and city officials. The meeting commenced with the approval of minutes from the Wednesday, July 10, meeting, following a motion by Council Member Heath Becker and a second by Lance Strite. The motion was carried unanimously. A...
DAVENPORT — The Board of Lincoln County Commissioners held their regular session on Monday, July 15, with Chairman Scott M. Hutsell, Vice Chairman Jo M. Gilchrist, and Clerk Tara Holden present. Commissioner Coffman was excused to attend the Annual NACo Conference. The board examined and approved claims totaling $575,136.51, distributed across various county funds, including Current Expense, Solid Waste Management, and County Road. Significant actions included the approval of several resolutions. Resolution 24-15 a...
DAVENPORT — The National Weather Service predicts a prolonged period of hot and sunny weather for Davenport, Odessa, Reardan, and Harrington. High temperatures are expected throughout the weekend and into early next week. Thursday, August 1, will be sunny and hot in Davenport, with a high near 97 degrees. An east wind of around 6 mph will shift to the southeast in the afternoon. Thursday night will be mostly clear, with a low of around 64 degrees. Friday, August 2, the hot trend will continue, reaching a high near 104 degrees...
CRESTON - As the 122nd anniversary of Harry Tracy's death approaches, the infamous outlaw's legacy remains a stark reminder of the Old West's lawlessness. An exhibit about the infamous outlaw Harry Tracy, who was captured in Lincoln County in 1902, is a highlight at the Lincoln County Museum. The museum also showcases Columbian mammoth bones and Native American artifacts, chronicling the early history of Lincoln County. Visitors can explore farming equipment, rural life...
DAVENPORT - A local 15-year-old has made significant strides in the world of track and field by helping his 4x100 meter relay team place seventh at the National Junior Olympics. David Coriell, 15, of Davenport, is a new member of the Spokane Speed Academy and got his start running competitively for Davenport High School two years ago. "It was a lot of fun," David said. "This was my first year. My favorite part was getting close to better competition. I pushed myself and was...
REARDAN - The Reardan High School wrestling team is hosting a memorial tournament on Saturday, July 27, to raise funds for funeral expenses in honor of their beloved teammate, Torin Alexander Zagorski, who recently passed away. The event will take place at the Smith Gym in Reardan, starting at 8 a.m. Torin Alexander Zagorski was born on June 12, 2007, and passed away on Tuesday, June 18. He is survived by his parents, Richard and Lena Zagorski, and his siblings, Tristan and Ta...
ODESSA — A man charged with one count of unlawful possession of a firearm in the first degree will appear before a jury on Wednesday, August 14. Jesus M. Soto, 37, of Odessa, was summoned to Lincoln County Superior Court on March 19 at 10:30 a.m., following his January 26 arrest after authorities developed probable cause to arrest him for unlawfully possessing a firearm. According to court documents, during an interview with Tammy L. Davenport about an unrelated case on December 26, 2023, she disclosed that Soto possessed t...
WILSON CREEK — State fire assistance has been activated under the Washington State Fire Services Resource Mobilization Plan to support local firefighters in containing the Road R Fire in Grant County, near Wilson Creek. Washington State Patrol Chief John Batiste authorized the mobilization on Thursday, July 18, at 7:00 p.m., following a request from Fire Chief Scott Mortimer of Grant County Fire District 12. The Road R Fire started on Thursday, July 18, at approximately 3:00 p.m. and has burned an estimated 180 acres. R...
DAVENPORT — The Lincoln County Public Works Department has announced a speed limit reduction to 30 miles per hour between Highway 2 and Welch Creek during the ongoing Miles Creston Road Project. Additionally, Miles Creston Road was closed to the public on Wednesday, July 10, for construction. The closure is expected to last until approximately December 1. Construction extends from Highway 2 eastward to the intersection of Copenhaver Road. According to Dave Sanford, the Operations Manager for Lincoln County Public Works, t...
DAVENPORT — A Spokane man faces second-degree theft charges and will appear in Lincoln County Superior Court after video footage from outside Davenport Elementary School captured both the theft and his vehicle. Zachary Stephen Rose, 33, of Spokane, has been summoned to appear in Lincoln County Superior Court to face a charge of second-degree theft. Rose was arrested on Friday, June 28, following a report of theft received by a Lincoln County Sheriff’s Deputy. According to court documents, Marie A. Plasencia, 46, of Dav...
HARRINGTON — The Harrington School District No. 204 Board of Directors will convene for its regular session at 7:00 a.m. on July 24, 2024, in the High School Library. The meeting will discuss the district’s 2023-2024 school year goals, budget approvals, and policy reviews. Superintendent Howard King is expected to outline the district’s goals for the 2023-2024 academic year, concentrating on three main areas: increasing student growth and development, retaining personnel and students, and providing a positive and safe schoo...
ODESSA - Odessa High School's Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) team brought home two national awards from the National Leadership Conference in Orlando, Florida, over the weekend from Saturday, June 29 to Tuesday, July 2 at the FBLA Middle School and High School National Leadership Conference. According to a press release from Terri King, Odessa High School Business Education and Future Business Leaders of America Adviser, 27 Odessa students participated in the confer...
