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  • Herbert V. Zimbelman

    Updated Oct 29, 2015

    Herbie Zimbelman died October 23, 2015, in Spokane; his home was in Odessa. He was born November 12, 1928, in Marlin to Gus and Emma (Kallenberger) Zimbelman. He grew up in the Marlin area and was a lifetime resident of the Marlin/Odessa area. Herbie was an avid golfer and bowler and a master craftsman in woodworking and leather works. He loved to watch sports on TV and was a great supporter of Odessa athletics for many years, attending all the home games. Herbie is survived...

  • Varsity volleyball team beats Wellpinit, Hunters

    Linda Goodman|Updated Oct 29, 2015

    Although Wellpinit player Pakootas had five kills and a block, it simply wasn't enough to hold back the Lady Titans as they won their away game against the Redskins in three sets, 21-25 OH, 16-25 OH, 9-25 OH on Tuesday, October 20. Lanessa Simon led the team with eight kills and 10 digs, while Isabelle Phillips led with 11 assists, Katie DeWulf with seven aces, and Zoe Clark with one block. Saturday, October 24, the Lady Titans defeated the Columbia Lions of Hunters in an...

  • OH Booster Club dinner/auction offers great deals for all on Nov. 7

    Updated Oct 29, 2015

    The Odessa-Harrington Booster Club dinner and auction fundraiser is coming November 7 at the Odessa Community Center. This will be the sixth annual event sponsored by the Booster Club since the two schools opted to participate in a sports cooperative. Last year's event raised $20,000 which allowed the club to purchase new equipment, uniforms, entry fees for camps and tournaments and two annual scholarships for student athletes as they begin their college years. Tickets for...

  • Harrington news

    Marjorie Womach|Updated Oct 29, 2015

    Harrington musician Harrington resident Rebecca Hardy is a young, talented musician who was home-schooled in K-12, primarily by her mother, and participated in the Running Start program at Skagit Valley College, receiving two AA degrees before transferring to Eastern Washington University at Cheney in 2007. Rebecca's mother played the violin and loved classical music, which accustomed her ears to the classical repertoire. Her grandmother also played the piano. One day when...

  • Court Report

    Updated Oct 29, 2015

    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, Oct. 19: A Seven Bays caller shared his concern about a door-to-door salesman claiming to be from a Spokane appliance retailer who announced he would deliver a free ham the next day. A Gra...

  • This Week in Odessa History

    Updated Oct 29, 2015

    1 years ago From The Odessa Record October 29, 1915 Robbers broke into the Schoonover store by prying open a back window and made away with three punch boards, with watch and fob offerings and took $50 from the till. This is the third time that the store has been robbed in the past few months. 75 years ago From The Odessa Record October 1940 Paul Gross, operator of a commercial hatchery and poultry establishment at Odessa, has been missing chickens lately and had formed his own suspicions, which proved true on Tuesday eveni...

  • Odessa Halloween Carnival Saturday

    Kiegan Wehr|Updated Oct 29, 2015

    Odessa FFA Chapter reporter The Odessa FFA chapter will hold its annual Halloween Carnival October 31, 2015, from 4 to 6 p.m. in the Odessa Community Center. The event is to support the FFA chapter with funding and to provide an event for community members. Community members of all ages are welcome to come to the Halloween Carnival. Come and enjoy food at the concession stand while the kids play the carnival games. Games back by popular demand are golf, pumpkin darts and football toss, along with activities such as cookie...

  • Jr.-hi volleyball girls finish season with win vs. Gorillas

    Updated Oct 29, 2015

    The Odessa-Harrington Junior-High Titan volleyball season ended last week Monday with a win over the Davenport Gorillas. The Titan varsity girls won in two sets against the Gorillas with Maddy Wagner leading the Titans with 7 kills and 1 block. Caitlyn Schuh had 5 assists and 2 kills. McKennah Davison had four aces using a jump serve that the Gorillas could not return. Overall, the Lady Titan had a great season, ending up with six wins and four losses. Head Coach Suzie Deife honored the eighth-grade girls who will move on...

  • Titan football team gets sixth straight win

    Updated Oct 29, 2015

    The Odessa-Harrington Titans football team won its sixth game in a row, beating the Entiat Tigers by 32 points. The Titans were on a roll and just kept going all four quarters Thursday, October 22. The game started off with an intercepted pass on Entiat’s first play of the game. Sage Elder ran 21 yards for the first touchdown, with Gaven Elder running in the extra two points. S. Elder then also scored the next three TDs with two 2-point conversions completed, first by Dylan Shockley on a pass from quarterback Colton Hunt a...

  • Death notice

    Updated Oct 29, 2015

    Jeff Hardt passed away at his home on September 16, 2015. Please join the family for a celebration of Jeff’s life on Sunday, November 8, at 1 p.m. at North 101 Evergreen, Spokane Valley WA 99216. Full obituary will follow in next week’s paper....

  • Terence Markus Gross

    Updated Oct 29, 2015

    Terence went to Heaven October 24, 2015. He died in a tragic ATV accident. He was 10 years old. He was born November 20, 2004, to Albert and Elizabeth Gross. He lived at the Marlin Hutterian Brethren colony. Terence enjoyed the farm, helping his dad, grandpa and uncles whenever he could. He also loved playing football and was rarely seen without his ball. He loved riding his bike and hanging out with his friends. He lived his life to the fullest and brought the sunshine to every place he went. We will forever miss his...

  • Vet's Day dinner at Heritage Church on November 11

    Updated Oct 29, 2015

    Save the date!! On November 11 at 6 p.m. in the basement of Heritage Church, a Community Veterans Day Dinner will be held, sponsored by American Legion Post #105 and VFW Post #7395. The turkey, gravy, stuffing and potatoes will be provided by the posts. Additional items such as salads, side dishes and desserts will be provided potluck-style, i.e., brought by people attending the dinner....