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SURPLUS PROPERTY Lincoln County Fire Protection District # 3, Odessa WA, has declared the following to be surplus property: 1) 2011 Altec 40ft. bucket attachment. The attachment is currently mounted on a 2011 International truck. The successful bidder will be responsible for removing bucket attachment from said truck in a professional manner, and will be required to provide all tools and equipment to perform removal. Removal shall occur in LCFPD #3’s yard located at 108 East Railroad ave. in Odessa WA, unless other a...
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. August 18 Traffic Stops: 7 8:41 a.m. – Commercial alarm, location not given. 12:20 a.m. – Disturbance information on 302 East Brooke St, Sprague. 2:57 p.m. –Report of a couple near a child with Down syndrome on the pl...
DAVENPORT —Lincoln County’s August 6 primary election results were finalized as of Monday, August 19. The county experienced a voter turnout of 48.22%, with 4,058 ballots counted out of 8,416 registered voters. For County Commissioner District No. 1, Jo M. Gilchrist (Republican Party) received 97.38% of the vote, and Scott M. Hutsell (Republican Party) won County Commissioner District No. 2 with 95.53%. In judicial races, Dave Larson led for Supreme Court Justice Position #02 with 45.03%, followed by Todd A. Bloom at 31....
Spokane, Reardan, Davenport, Harrington, Odessa. Schools across the region are tackling the issue of cellphone addiction among students, at least while on campus. Well, maybe tackling the addiction is a bit strong. Let’s just say school boards here in Eastern Washington and elsewhere are finally taking action to keep phones out of students’ hands in classrooms. At issue in many districts is whether cellphones should be allowed in class, at lunch, on buses or even on cam...
School has started in most of the Inland Northwest, but area fairs and festivals are still scheduled throughout September and October. Many festivals include a fundraising bake sale and Brownie Mallow Bars, a recipe submitted by Kelena Martinez, would be a welcome addition to any bakesale table. Kelena got the recipe from Merleen Smith. Both are Odessa residents. Brownie Mallow Bars 1 package, family size fudge brownie mix (13 x 9 inch pan) Eggs and vegetable oil listed in...
John H Grosshans July 2, 1938 –Aug. 8, 2024 John H Grosshans passed away in Tacoma, Wash. on Aug. 8, 2024. He was born in Romania on July 2, 1938 and moved from Germany to Odessa, Wash. in 1950. John attended Odessa High School, excelling and loving basketball, football, and track. John entered ROTC at Eastern State College where he met and married the love of his life, Vonda. Together they welcomed two sons, John Alan Grosshans (Johanna) and Jeffrey Scott Grosshans (...
Davenport birthdays Aug. 29: Leslie King, Cam Jessup, Lisa Lehman Aug. 30: Brian Telford, Steve McLachlan, Peggy Elliott, Shae Parker Aug. 31: Emily Warwick, Nick Morgan, Michael Wade, Rosie Bain Sept. 1: Pete Schweiger, Shannon Janke, Carol Horner, Cass Jacobsen, Daryl Ziemer, Evan Johnson, Clay Fleming, Dylan Jorden Sept. 2: Kacen Mann Sept. 3: Ashley Schenk, Billy Hopkins, Wrenly Sand, Natalie Fenn Davenport anniversaries Aug. 29: Bill and Kathy Reinbold Aug. 31: Sean and Danyel Deane Sept. 1: Bob and Diane Martin Reardan...
1 years ago Deputy Sheriff Cecil Fisher led a party the raided the home of Arthur Haight near the Creston Ferry. Haight was arrested after a still, mash and moonshine were discovered. Mr Haight was released on a $250 bond and will appear for trial next month. The Columbia Hotel, former centerpiece of social activities in Davenport, will finally be torn down after sitting in disrepair and abandonment for 5 years. The building was purchased by Senator Charles Myers. Senator Myers has plans for an automobile service station...
ODESSA — Mark the calendar for the 53rd Annual Deutschesfest, scheduled from September 19 to 22. With just a month to go, the town of Odessa is gearing up for one of its most celebrated traditions, which draws thousands of visitors each year. Deutschesfest offers a wide array of attractions for all ages, including authentic German food, a massive biergarten spanning an entire city block, live music, a parade, a kids’ zone, street vendors and even helicopter rides. The festival, rooted in the heritage of the Ger...
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. Some locations are not given. August 11 Traffic Stops: 10 12:00 a.m. – Security check. 12:00 a.m. – Security check. 12:16 a.m. – Nuisance call, location not given. 2:30 a.m. – Commercial alarm activated on 314 South West Main S...
1 years ago • A lot of people have asked the editor why the Standard Oil company trucks always have a chain dragging behind them. Harold Ottestad a Standard Oil employee was recently in the Record office and when questioned he said that the chain was dragged to avoid trouble from static electricity. • The Davenport Commercial Club has launched an investigation into why Wheat is paying 10 to 15 cents a bushel less in Davenport than in surrounding communities. • A new record high for the Gas Tax collected by the state was s...
Davenport birthdays Aug. 23: Rusty Warwick, Reklynn Todd Aug. 24: Desirae Wagner, Quinton Withey, Scout Sewall Aug. 25: Braxton Collins Aug. 26: Alex Merserve, Cliff Anderson Aug. 27: Brilee Sewall, Joshua Walker, Ellie Telford, Jimmy Cunningham Aug. 28: Jody Howard, Irene Wilkie, Brock Gustaveson Davenport anniversaries Aug. 23: Matt and Kylee Balance Aug. 25: Ken and Teresa Vesneske, Tyler and Kalah Dehn, Andrew and Janie Schreck Aug. 26: Bo and Victoria Gunning, Ralph and Alice Nachtigal, Charley and Ginny Hein, Rolf and...
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. Some locations are not given. JAIL BOOKINGS August 4 Ryan Duane Brigman, 46, Springdale, was arrested by the Bureau of Indian Affairs for BIA (All tribal arrests.) August 5 James Dorsey Six, 37, Davenport, was arreste...
As I prepare to embark on my final semester at University of Idaho, I find myself reflecting on the incredible journey I’ve had here at the Record-Times over the last month. Though my temporary time covering news here has been brief, it has been filled with discovery, growth and unexpected joy. With each issue, my name filled the pages alongside the stories that have captured the essence of this remarkable place and its people. Stepping into the role of editor and reporter alb...
August brings county fairs and community celebrations. Many eastern Washington communities have a German influence and have favorite dishes that remain a staple in area menus. Traditional cabbage rolls may evolve to include extra ingredients and dough based recipes such as ranza, bierocks and kuchens come filled with non-traditional fillings. Cabbage rolls are a popular item at a German food court. Heritage Church members serve the following recipe during the September...
Davenport birthdays Aug. 16: Andrew Schreck, Janelle Hiccox Aug. 17: Janie Schreck, Ketner Kragt, Everett Prewitt Aug. 18: Gene Hein, Renzley Gunning Aug. 19: Erich Hein, Hunter McCluskey Aug. 20: Chris Honey, Tim Zeiler, Ryan Cash, Avery Cash, Matt Wagner, Lance Johnson Aug. 21: Peyton Smith, Johnathon Cannon, Rusty McGuire, Donna Gamache, Patti Anderson Davenport anniversaries Aug. 15: Roger and Noreen Hutfless Aug. 16: John and Janelle Hiccox Aug. 21: Collin and Lila Woodland Reardan birthdays Aug. 15: Tom Zwainz, Toby...
1 years ago Guy G Harvey, district highway engineer, told the Davenport city council that the state might pave the Sunset Highway between Davenport and Reardan next spring and asked what the city would charge to provide the expected 40,000 gallons daily during the project. C.E. Ivy, secretary-treasurer of the Lincoln-Adams County Pioneer and Historical association, attended a meeting of directors at the picnic grounds on Crab Creek and reported that the creek is entirely dried up for the first time in history. Two Odessa gi...
Leanna Sue Schafer Dec. 22, 1946-July 24, 2024 Leanna passed away peacefully July 24, 2024, in Spokane Wash. Leanna was born Dec. 22, 1946, in Spokane, Wash. to Ralph and Idella (Wolfe) Hofmann. Leanna grew up on the family farm in Plaza, Wash. Being the third of four girls born to a farmer she was expected to help with the farm work. All the Hofmann girls wound up helping their dad. Some of Leanna's fondest childhood memories included riding horses with her dad to bring in...
Paul Totusek July 9, 1928 -July 14, 2024 Paul Totusek passed away peacefully Sunday, July 14, 2024 at Bethany @ Pacific, surrounded by family. Paul was born July 9, 1928 in Sacred Heart Hospital, Spokane, Wash. to Frank B. and Mary M. Fendler Totusek of Odessa, Wash. He grew up with two brothers, Frank and Max and three sisters, Dorothy, Mary Ann, and Carol, residing in Texas. Raised in Odessa, he graduated from high school in 1947. He graduated in the field of refrigeration...
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...
Lincoln County Commissioner District No. 1 Jo M. Gilchrist 525 Commissioner District No. 2 Scott M. Hutsell 472 Superior Court Judge Adam Walser Victoria S. Iverson Proposition No. 1- Town of Odessa Approved 103 Rejected 72 Proposition No. 1 Fire District 5 Approved 325 Rejected 125 Proposition No. 1 Fire District 8 Approved 17 Rejected 2 State Governor Jim Daniel 87 Cassondra M. Hanson 18 Jeff Curry 3 Alex Tsimerman 5 Mark Mullet 53 Martin Lee Wheeler 23 Jennifer Hoover 40 Andre Stackhouse 0 El’ona Kearney 10 Ricky A...
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. Some locations are not given. July 28 Traffic Stops: 11 At 7:24 a.m., an alarm company called to report that the Wonder Mini Mart, Wilbur. Audible alarm was going off, and the company could not contact the owner. A m...
Davenport birthdays Aug. 8: Olivia Plasencia, Tom Withey, Emma Street Aug. 9: Jim Linstrum, Gary Buck Aug. 10: Amber Wood, Alicia Cloud, Mark Morgan, Michael Phillip Strite, Ashley Ann Gunning, Marcella Alderate, Dalilah Plumb Aug. 11: Renee Honey, Cody Parker, Austin Savelesky, Abigail Breithaupt Aug. 12: Cody Coppersmith Aug. 13: Kyra Arland, Andrea Morgan Aug. 14: Landon Harrison, Jerri Madison, Lillian Phillips Davenport anniversaries Aug. 8: Cruz and Olivia Plasencia Aug. 10: Tony and Cathy Sawyer Aug. 11: Caleb and...
ODESSA – The school district hired Dawn Hanson as the new high school volleyball coach for the 2024-25 school year. Hanson grew up in Monroe, WA, where she played high school volleyball. She graduated from Eastern Washington University in 1993 with a bachelor’s degree in education and a master’s degree in educational technology. Her 23 year coaching career included stints in Eatonville, Monroe and Lake Stevens. Hanson’s first varsity coaching job was at her high school...
1 years ago The Odessa City Council wants the Great Northern Railway to follow through with their promise of a flagman at the 4th Street crossing. The small oil lamp provided by the railway is insufficient and only warns traffic on one side of the crossing. 3 men were arrested for stealing a Studebaker from Spokane after Marshal McKinnon of Harrington discovered the car parked behind the Kessler-Perkins warehouse. One of the men arrested had been released from the Monroe Reformatory only 4 months prior. Albert Haase,...
