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On Sunday, May 14, Odessa's Heritage Church honored Delores Cook as its long-time church organist. She has been playing for as long as anyone can remember. She started playing the piano at five years old and eventually added the organ to her skill set. Delores Schorzman married Delbert Cook on October 15, 1949 and became a member of the church in 1951. May 14 was a wonderful time of celebration with many family members traveling from all over to come and celebrate with her....
The Odessa National Honor Society Chapter said goodbye to 10 graduating seniors at a ceremony held at the school on Friday, April 28, 2017. No new members were selected this year. The graduating seniors were Elizabeth Larson, John DeWulf, Rebecca Fortner, Colby Sooy, Molly Schafer, Zoe Clark, Cole Kissler Chance Messer, Wyatt Haase and Bradley Johnston. "We are very proud to recognize these outstanding members of our student body," said Lindsy Starkel, school librarian who...
Cruizin' Harrington May 21, 2017, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., was the sixth annual Classic Car Show promoted by Allen Barth of the Studebaker Garage. Although the chicken ordinance for the city of Harrington has not been resolved, everyone associated with a successful Cruizin' Harrington was up with the roosters. Intermittent rain dampened spirits in the morning and deterred some entries, while an incident at the Studebaker Garage posed its own threat and sent the main promoter to...
Colton The Titans defeated Colton this past Saturday, May 20, at Borleske Stadium in Walla Walla by a score of 3-2. Chance Messer was the starting pitcher, striking out seven batters in the win. Beginning at 10 a.m., the Titans were behind by one until the fifth inning when their bats woke up for all of O-H’s runs. O-H 0 0 0 0 3 0 0 3 9 3 Col 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 2 4 1 Josh Clark, Camden Weber and Marcus King each got multiple hits in contributing to the nine hits for the Titans in the game. Messer and Jayd Jennings also each d...
The NE/SE 1B regional track and field meet was held Friday and Saturday, May 19/20 at Central Valley High School in Veradale (Spokane). The Odessa-Harrington boys continued their winning ways following last week’s first-place finish at the district meet and won the regional championship trophy. The girls’ team tied for seventh place with LaCrosse-Washtucna-Kahlotus. Boys 1. Odessa-Harrington 123 2. Selkirk 112 3. Republic 68.5 4. Wellpinit 66 5. Waitsburg 60 6. Pomeroy 54 7. St. John-Endicott 45.5 8. Valley Christian 33 9....
The Odessa community float made its appearance before the townspeople, accompanied by police and fire department vehicles, last Thursday, May 18. The hard work of the float committee chaired by Amy and Kevin Schaefer has paid off handsomely in the "Country Life" theme representing Odessa and its rural heritage. The following Saturday evening, May 20, the float and the Odessa High School marching band appeared in the Spokane Lilac Festival Armed Forces Torchlight Parade,...
Monday, May 29, the Odessa Veterans of Foreign War Post #7395 and the Odessa American Legion Post #105 will perform Memorial Day services at 10 a.m. at the hospital and 11 a.m. at the Odessa Cemetery. The cemetery service will include a flag dedication for deceased veterans Marvin Fink, Virgil Totusek, Dave Jasman and Virgil Krell. Pastor Jon Hayashi of Heritage Church will be the guest speaker for the services. The graves of 215 veterans at the Odessa Cemetery and 14 at the Bohemian Cemetery (located outside of Odessa) will...
Last week’s history column included a picture of local volunteers Leslie Fink and Rhonda Kuch painting. The article that should have accompanied the picture unfortunately hit the cutting room floor for lack of space. The story was from 25 years ago and had to do with the new pool that had just been built, and the volunteers were painting the interior of the dressing rooms. The entire column for 25 years ago can be read on The Odessa Record’s website, issue of May 18, 2017, at www.odessarecord.com. 100 years ago The Ode...
BOISE, Idaho – The Bureau of Reclamation has awarded four Water Conservation Field Services Program grants in the Pacific Northwest Region. The program provides technical and financial assistance to irrigation districts and other entities with water-delivery authority to develop and implement water conservation measures. The grants require a 50 percent or better cost share. Eligible activities include developing and updating water conservation plans, engineering design of water management improvements, and demonstrating c...
To the Editor: Why am I running for Mayor of Odessa? Well, first off, I think we should have pride in living here and want to make this town a better place to raise a family in. Last year, no one ran for this office. Why not? Don’t you have city pride in you? That is why I decided to run. Don’t let the council do your job. If you want a job, run for it. I am not worried about me. This town is already in good hands. I will work with the city council and employees we already have here. Why change what’s working good for us no...
To the Editor: On my bank’s website it says, “Work with a local loan officer to customize a loan for you.” Oh, I was inspired because I wanted a $2,000 piece of equipment. I love banking online, because all my information is at my fingertips. I spent a few hours printing out personal financial paperwork. However, there also can be some shocking bits of information. Example: I owe WHAT! No, I paid that and I can prove it; let’s follow the website trail. I did. During this time I was messing around I had signed up for a PayPa...
It is that time of the year again. The 81st annual alumni banquet is approaching fast on Saturday, June 17. The letters are mailed. If you are an Odessa High School graduate and you would like to be in the alumni database, please get your information to Leffel, Otis & Warwick as soon as possible. If you’ve moved, have a name change, or someone has passed away, please contact us with any changes. You can contact our office by phone 509-982-2922, fax 509-982-0170, email at kscheller@leffelotiswarwick.com or rscrupps@leffelotisw...
Center for Rural Affairs says the budget zeroes out programs that address challenges of rural communities Lyons, Neb. – Center for Rural Affairs policy associate Anna Johnson says that President Trump’s 2018 budget does not support rural America and its communities. The budget was released in its final form May 23. “The president’s budget demonstrates President Trump’s lack of understanding and prioritization of the struggles of rural communities,” she said. “Although President Trump won the presidency with broad support...
KELLER FERRY – The Keller Ferry that crosses the Columbia River on State Route 21 is out of service until further notice due to issues with the north shore loading ramp. Drivers are advised to seek alternate routes. There is no estimate on when ramp repairs will be completed....
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. Monday, May 15: Creston ambulance personnel assisted a man who suffered a grand mal seizure. A Wilbur caller reported that a load of tar had been illegally dumped on a lot at Anne and Front streets. A...
