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Davenport birthdays Dec. 26: Blaine Hendrickson, Emma Piper Dec. 27: Aaron Wilson Dec. 28: Blake Gants, Sydney Zeiler, Gemma Guhlke, Anton Bilodeaux Dec. 29: Chris McGowan, Meika Heath, Ericka Johnson Dec. 30: Kristy Mielke, Bre Bailey, Reid Gants Dec. 31: Allison Hiccox, Justin Piper, Watson Posey Jan. 1: Amanda Plumb Davenport anniversaries Dec. 31: Phil and Leona Carr, Bob and Rita Guhlke, Christopher and Treanna Briggs Reardan birthdays Dec. 27: Brad Ray, Mike Booker, Jaime Michels Dec. 28: Andrew Schulz Dec. 30: Greg Bru...
REARDAN – After defeating Chewelah 72-8 the previous night, head colds and the flu bug hit the Screaming Eagles' girls. Though not being at the top of their game, Reardan continued its winning ways, this time beating Kettle Falls 57-24 Friday, Dec. 20. Tenice Waters scored 15 points in the win. In the first half, Tenice Waters scored eight points, but it was her five steals that stifled the Bulldogs' attempts to establish their offense. Reardan held a halftime advantage of 2...
REARDAN – The Lions Club is hosting its 78th annual Reardan Lions Club Christmas Tournament Friday, Dec. 27 and Saturday, Dec. 28 at the high school. Girls basketball teams from Reardan, Lakeside, Lake Roosevelt and Bonners Ferry, and boys teams from Reardan, Lake Roosevelt, Manson and Bonners Ferry will take part in Washington state’s longest running Christmas tournament. All proceeds from the tournament will be donated to the school’s athletic department. Reardan’s first girls’ game will be Friday at 5:00 p.m. against L...
REARDAN - Seven boys scored nine or more points in the Screaming Eagles 95-38 rout of Kettle Falls Friday, Dec. 20. The win improved Reardan's record to 7-0 heading into next week's Lions Club Christmas Tournament. The Screaming Eagles' long range shooting was on display as the team converted 10 3-point shots during the game. Justin Vaughn made four, Evan Krupke made three, Maveric Sobotta made two and Hunter Flaa made one. Vaughn scored 13 first half points and Jakari...
DAVENPORT – Just one week ago, the Gorillas’ boys basketball team had a won/loss record of 1-5. On Saturday, Dec. 21, they overcame a 17 point deficit to defeat Chewelah 45-39, giving them their third win in the last seven days. In the first half, the taller Cougars gave the Gorillas fits by driving the lane and attacking the basket. When the Gorillas’ defense collapsed on the ball, Chewelah kicked the ball out for uncontested jump shots. Their speed and crisp passing kept the Davenport defenders off-balance and a step behin...
COULEE DAM - Wrestlers from Wilbur-Creston and Reardan delivered standout performances at the Powerhouse wrestling tournament at Lake Roosevelt High School on Saturday, Dec. 21, claiming multiple top placements in their respective weight classes. Here are the results: In the 126-pound division, Reardan's Joey Matusik claimed second place after a hard-fought technical fall loss to Okanogan's Tanner Grooms in the championship match. Brayden Fridye of Tonasket secured third, pinn...
1 years ago • A total of 31 miles of power line have been built so far in the Washington Water Power project from Long Lake to Stratford. Crews are working in four different areas of the project. • A Christmas program was given by pupils of the Rocklyn school last Friday evening. The school is closed this week for the Christmas holiday. • The Lincoln County Sheriffs force put first run moonshine in their radiators during the recent cold snap. Nothing froze but the moonshine did eat the metal out of the radiators. 75 years...
HARRINGTON - If my first week in Lincoln County has taught me anything, it's that farm life is equal parts adventure, hilarity, and hard work. Between nearly tumbling off a pickup truck, meeting cows that could double as small buses, and needing help picking hay out of my hair, this week has been one for the books. It all started at Seven Springs Ranch, just outside Harrington, where Dalton, a kind and endlessly patient farmer, invited me to experience a day on the farm. My...
Locals gathered for a town-wide white elephant and bingo event at the Old Town Hall building on Wednesday, Dec. 18. Local woman Carol Gist (above)read out Bingo numbers and locals who attended dined on cupcakes and coffee...
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced $300 million in assistance to distressed direct and guaranteed farm loan borrowers. The funding announced Friday, Dec. 20, is expected to provide assistance to more than 12,800 distressed direct and guaranteed Farm Loan Programs borrowers, officials said. “USDA has always been committed to standing by our nation’s farmers and ranchers, especially in their most challenging times,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said. “At USDA, we are not only addressin...
SPOKANE — Avista Corporation has announced changes to electric and natural gas rates following the conclusion of its general rate cases filed in January 2024. The Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission (WUTC) approved a two-year rate plan set to take effect on Jan. 1, 2025, and Jan. 1, 2026. For electric operations, the approved rates include a 0.1 percent, or $0.8 million, increase in base revenue for the first year and an 11.6 percent, or $68.9 million, increase in the second year. For natural gas operations, r...
When Jay Inslee first successfully ran for governor in 2012, he told Washington voters – and here’s the quote – he “would veto anything that heads the wrong direction, and the wrong direction is new taxes in the state of Washington.” Once Inslee took office, his pledge to not raise taxes was quickly broken. In fact, our outgoing guv has routinely called for tax hikes of one type or another. For years, I’ve said Inslee “never met a tax increase he didn’t like.” Now, wit...
In the aftermath of the catastrophic fire which gutted Paris’ Cathedral of Notre Dame in 2019, President Emmanuel Macron announced it would be rebuilt within five years and promised it would be “more beautiful than before!” Macron, who remains head of a divided French government, saw restoration of the 13th Century church as a way to restore national pride and unite fellow French citizens. When interviewed just before Notre Dame’s massive doors re-opened on Dec. 7, Macron...
DAVENPORT — Care and Share, a local nonprofit, recently received a record donation of 2,340lbs of food from Davenport School. The donation, which included various items, will help support the organization’s ongoing food distribution efforts. “We’ve had a great year of support,” said Cindy Warner, president of Care and Share. “In addition to the school’s generous contribution, Safeway has provided recovery food, and several local churches have donated. The community has been wonderful.” Care and Share distributes foo...
ODESSA — The local man who was arrested and pleaded guilty to felony harassment charges with threats to kill was released from custody. Arthur James Banko, 68, was released from custody after pleading guilty to felony harassment with threats to kill. The decision followed a lengthy legal process, which included competency evaluation and treatment at Eastern State Hospital in Medical Lake. Banko was initially arrested on August 29, 2024, after allegedly threatening to shoot another man, cut his head off and place it on a f...
ODESSA - The Odessa School District's TK-12 Christmas Concert brought festive cheer and joy to the community on Monday, Dec. 16, as students performed various holiday music. From transitional kindergarten to 12th grade, the well-dressed students delivered a captivating performance showcasing their dedication and talent. The concert, organized under the direction of music teacher Mr. Lloyd, featured combined pieces by various bands and a medley of Christmas tunes that delighted...
DAVENPORT — The Davenport City Council will meet Thursday, Dec. 26, at 7 p.m., despite having no formal agenda items, as state law requires for second-class cities. The meeting will take place at Davenport City Hall. According to David Leath, the city’s Clerk-Treasurer, Davenport is a second-class city, one of only two in the state, and is required to meet twice a month. Even when there are no agenda items, council members must meet to approve minutes from previous meetings and expenditures. “There are still items to condu...
DAVENPORT — As the holiday season approaches, safety is a top priority for families celebrating at home and traveling. Local officials urge caution around fireplaces, cooking, turkey fryers, and driving, especially in inclement weather or after consuming alcohol. Even Santa ensures his sleigh’s safety features are up to code before sliding down the chimney. Fireplaces and chimneys should be inspected and cleaned annually by a professional to prevent the dangerous buildup of creosote, which can lead to fires. Homeowners sho...
ODESSA — Families and friends are invited to enjoy a cozy evening of fun and entertainment as the Odessa School District Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) hosts a movie night on Friday, Jan. 3. The event will take place in the Odessa School District Multipurpose Room, with doors opening at 5:30 p.m. The feature film for the night is the highly anticipated Despicable Me 4, set to begin at 6 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to wear pajamas and bring blankets to create a comfortable movie-watching experience. Snack packs will be a...
HUNTERS - Three young women have been crowned as the 2025 Hunters Community Fair Royalty Court following a rigorous selection process. On Thursday, Dec. 12, the Hunters Community Fair crowned its new reign of royalty. The 2025 Hunters Community Fair Theme is "Over the mountain to the fair we go." Contestants were required to complete an application and submit a short biography. They were then invited, along with their families, to a royalty dinner and interview event. Each...
HARRINGTON — Local youths will have the opportunity to sharpen their basketball skills during the upcoming Holiday Hoops event hosted by Janaye Wilkie, 21, of Harrington, and her boyfriend, Landon Harrington, 24, of Reardan. The event, organized through the Harrington School District and School Board, will take place on Saturday, Jan. 4. It will feature two sessions tailored to specific age groups: Session 1 for second to fifth-grade students from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. and Session 2 for sixth to eighth-grade students from 1...
DAVENPORT - The Lincoln County Sheriff's Office (LCSO) celebrated the career of Deputy Chuck Wiedmer, who retired after more than 25 years of dedicated service to the community. Deputy Wiedmer began his law enforcement journey as a reserve officer with the Reardan Police Department before joining LCSO in 1998 as a reserve deputy under Sheriff Dan Berry. Over the years, he became a cornerstone of the department, serving under four different sheriffs and contributing...
REARDAN - Girl wrestlers from Reardan and Wilbur-Creston showcased strong performances at the weekend Powerhouse wrestling tournament at Lake Roosevelt Highschool, Coulee City, Wash., on Saturday, Dec. 21, claiming multiple top placements in their respective weight classes. Here are the results: Maeve Belsby of Liberty Bell secured first place in the 105-pound weight class, followed by Khloe Denison of Tonasket in second and Nelly Selam of Lake Roosevelt in third. Belsby...
DAVENPORT – The Gorillas' girls basketball team improved their record to 8-1 after crushing Chewelah 50-27 in their NE2B matchup Saturday, Dec. 21. For fifty seconds, Chewelah played even with the Gorillas. That was when the score was tied 2-2. Twenty seconds later, Samantha Stiles drove the lane for an easy basket and the rout was on. Davenport scored 32 straight points to put them up 34-2 at the end of the first quarter. During the scoring spree, Glenna Soliday stole the b...
