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Chewelah In a nonleague game on Saturday, December 30, Chewelah defeated the Tigers by a score of 49-32. Odessa 4 4 15 9 32 Chewelah 15 11 12 11 49 Odessa got off to a very slow start and trailed 26-8 at the half-way mark. The third quarter was a much improved one for the Tigers as they outscored the Cougars by three points, then kept even with them in the final quarter. But it was too little too late, as the point spread from the first half could not be overcome. McKennah Davison scored 11 points to lead the Tiger attack....
ST. PAUL, MINN. (Dec. 8, 2017) – Keith Bailey has been honored by CHS, Inc., the nation's leading farmer-owned cooperative, for contributing 25 years of service to strengthening and growing the cooperative system. He is CEO of AgVentures NW, LLC, of Odessa, Wash. and general manager for its owner companies, Reardan Grain Growers and Odessa Union Warehouse, which serve farmers through more than 20 locations. He also serves as chief operating officer of newly formed HighLine G...
Chewelah The Tigers traveled to Chewelah last Saturday, where they were defeated 76-62 in a non-league game. The Tigers trailed throughout the game but fought hard, as did their opponents. The many fouls called led to 48 free throws being awarded. Chewelah made 14 of 18 of its free throws and Odessa made 24 of 30. Odessa 9 20 13 20 62 Chewelah 16 23 16 21 76 Odessa’s Camden Weber scored a game-high 26 points. Ryan Moffet added 17, as this normally sharp-shooting player was subjected to pressure that resulted in his making o...
Although the rest of my family met her Wednesday night, I first met LuLu (although she was nameless at that time) the morning of Thursday, December 28, when I went to our laundry area to make sure she was still alive. When I opened the door, I was greeted with the sickening sweet smell of infection and a wagging tail that was attached to a sightless pup so emaciated I was instantly brought to tears. My first thought was, "How could anyone be so cold-hearted and cruel to a...
Sheriff's Report 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 does not release names of individuals who report possible criminal or suspicious activities to dispatchers or alleged victims for this column. Sunday, Dec. 24: A Davenport man asked local ambulance personnel and law enforcement to respond to a residence in the 1400 block of Morgan Street to check on his elderly father who hadn’t slept in a...
Happy 2018. Long time readers may remember, I like to start the new year by sorting out my pantry, making plans to use items nearing a pull date or donating to the food bank so they don’t go to waste. Of course past dated items get tossed out, but I am happy to report I found no such items this year. I encourage you readers to do a pantry sort out as well. Not having unusable or unwanted items cluttering your cupboards makes meal preparation easier. Donate unopened n...
To the Editor: When I think of how the new tax bill is being sold to the public, it reminds me of my years in Liberia, under President William Tubman. Tubman was dearly loved by the poorest in the country, which actually didn’t make any sense at all. But, needy citizens would ask him for financial help – for a funeral, a wedding or just hard times. He would gladly oblige with a gift of up to $500. In fact, Tubman had envelopes marked with various amounts of money already prepared to distribute. Yet, he neglected to sup...
To the Editor: Changes, changes, changes. Amendments, appeals, initiatives, etc. in politics, the culture/media/society of our state/county/country/world. Voting is just the first step. Now we need to communicate, directly (phone, townhall meetings, lobbying) or indirectly with a letter, telegram, electronic means. Perhaps your editorial letter(s) and your group (Lions Club, Grange, Eagles, school board, etc.) will make a difference. Get the media behind you!! Sometimes changes can be bad or not so good. It wasn’t until 1...
Spokane Ag Expo challenges your kids to be creative over the Holiday school break. Instead of spending time in front of a TV or with their mobile device, have them dream up and create a project for Expo’s “Kids Creative Corner.” It could be something made from, but not limited to, Legos, a diorama, drawing or painting, recycled art, clay; their choice! The only criteria is the theme of their exhibit must be farm, ranch or ag-related. The three age categories are: 7 years old and under, 8 years old through 12 years old and 1...
It’s called “NIMBY-ism” and it can kill if left to fester. Short for “not in my backyard,” this community-reinforced roadblock often prevents drug and alcohol rehabilitation facilities from opening, and that means those in the throes of addiction must look elsewhere for help or die in droves. In October 2017, Florida native Brittany Ringersen – who’ll mark nine years as an individual in recovery this spring – celebrated the fourth anniversary of the opening of her Boynton Beach, Florida-based rehab center. What makes this...
Rocklyn Zion Chapel Wednesday, December 27, the Rocklyn Zion Chapel held a Christmas Hymn Sing at 6 p.m. Beautiful prelude music was played by Cheryl Beymer and a hearty “Welcome” was given by Judy Mielke. Pastor Kim Kruger opened the service in prayer, which was followed by everyone exchanging greetings. As the congregation of 50 or more settled into their seats a duet was sung by Julie and Mark Baas on guitar, “Christmas Hallelujah” and accompanied by Cheryl. With song leaders Janice Kruger and Robert Mielke, the congreg...
Last month, my Pastor’s Corner article explained the “call” process of the Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod. Over the past six weeks, I considered a call to serve as pastor of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Saint Ansgar, Iowa. It involved a visit to the congregation, much discussion, and, most of all, a lot of prayer. People in the community have also been praying for God’s will to be done (or, as some people have told me, praying that God’s will be that we stay!). Over the cours...
January The local girl scout troop worked hard to raise funds for a planned trip to Washington, D.C., scheduled for the coming summer. The girls teamed with volunteers from Christ Lutheran Church in Odessa to carry out a textile drive through a group called Clothes for a Cause. Through this fundraiser and others that had already been conducted by the group and their parents/guardians, the girls were trying to raise $16,000 for their trip. The Odessa Chamber of Commerce called a community-wide meeting to be held in the...
Congratulations to the Odessa High School chapter of Future Business Leaders of America for taking home the top prize for the 2017 Hundred Dollar Project! This creative and determined team of high school freshmen managed to make a huge impact on their small community with only $100 to start. By making and selling dozens of caramel apples at local events, the team quickly hit their goal of raising $1051.25, increasing their profits tenfold. Then, with their earnings, these amazing teens teamed up to prepare and deliver 553...
