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  • Welcome to My Kitchen

    Laura Estes|Updated Jul 19, 2024

    Summertime, and popsicles hit the spot on a hot day. Popsicles are a refreshing snack after swimming or other outdoor activities, but purchased popsicles are mostly water, flavoring and sugar, what nutritionist call empty calories. Go Odessa Summer Recreation participants made Fruit Tie Dye Popsicles last week. Fruit and yogurt based with just a small amount of honey for sweetener. Besides learning to measure fresh fruit and other ingredients, they also learned how to make...

  • Grand Marshal Selected for Pioneer Days

    Olivia Harnack, The Record-Times|Updated Jul 17, 2024

    DAVENPORT - The local middle and high schools' band teacher has been chosen as the 2024 Pioneer Days Grand Marshal. Robert Harper, 63, of Davenport, will take to the Grand Parade at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 20. Harper plans to be joined by his wife on the day, Christine "Chris" Harper. The couple married in 1984. Robert and Chris moved to Davenport in 1986. "I wanted to move to a larger school with more programs and music opportunities. The Davenport job opened up and I appli...

  • Pioneer Days countdown begins

    Olivia Harnack, The Record - Times|Updated Jul 17, 2024

    DAVENPORT — The streets are set to come alive with a vibrant array of activities this weekend as it gears up for its annual Pioneer Days celebration. The fun runs from Friday through Sunday, July 19-21. “Come out and enjoy the weekend in Davenport,” Pioneer Days Chairwoman Dawn Canfield said. “Reconnect with old friends and make new friends,” Events kick off Friday with the much-anticipated Kids Fishing Derby, organized by the Davenport Lions Club. Anglers aged 14 and younger can test their fishing skills at the Davenport...

  • Birthdays and Anniversaries

    Updated Jul 17, 2024

    Davenport birthdays July 18: Royal Winzer, Art Deppner, Yvonne Bailey, Zach Johnson July 19: Ryan Utley July 20: Daryl Parsons, Austin Telford, Remington Taylor, Nolan Pearcy, Kyle Zellmer, Jessica A. Strite July 21: Joseph Buck, Chad Prewitt July 22: Elliette Chappell, Roger Hutfless, Riley Ensor, Lynne Coppersmith, Dave Leath, Lindsey Van Buren, Colt Curtaccio July 23: Jody Hardin, Johanna Orvis, Keira Katz, Tyler Dehn, Lacy Gustaveson July 24: Zeke Tareski, Ed Johnston, Kyra Bowdish, Pam Zeiler, Wade Sand Davenport...

  • Area students making the grade

    The Record-Times|Updated Jul 11, 2024

    CHENEY — Several Lincoln County and nearby residents have been named to the Dean’s List at Eastern Washington University for the Spring Quarter. To be named to the Dean’s List, a student must earn 12 hours and maintain a grade-point average of 3.50 or better on a 4.0 scale. Area students making the grade are: Davenport — Phillip Barton, Kylee Buchanan, Alaura Johnston, Abe Nelson, Jesse Raugust and Ellie Telford. Edwall — Levi Bleeker. Odessa — Pilot Thomas Weishaar. Reardan — Mahkai Anderson, Colby Clouse, Tyler Clouse,...

  • Birthdays & Anniversaries

    Updated Jul 11, 2024

    Davenport birthdays July 11: Thomas Wilkie July 12: Margie Hall, Juliann Janke, Theresa Telford, John Stiles, Sam Posey, JJ Kowalkowski July 13: Milei Floyd, Indigo Ezenyimulu, Judy Miller, Gene Johnson, Marilyn Arland, Mitchell Hale, Marlena Guhlke July 14: Jan Stone, Robert Mielke July 15: Mackenzie Buck, David Musgrave, Grant Zahajko, Jesslyn McCluskey, Tennessa Cox July 16: Brandy Wood, Joshua McBride, Linda Miller July 17: Rick Allinger, Autumn Abbot Davenport anniversaries July 12: Richard and Bonnie Singer, John and...

  • Looking Back

    Compiled by Kelli Wilkie, The Record-Times|Updated Jul 11, 2024

    1 years ago J. C. Michaelson of Odessa received a number of cuts about the face and arms Sunday evening when a Ford car driven by AL Brooks of Odessa ran into an eastbound Central Washington freight train where the railroad tracks crosses the railroad tracks in Davenport. The Irby Warehouse & Elevator Co. elevator at Irby, together with 10,000 bushels of wheat was destroyed by fire Tuesday night. The flames are believed to have originated from a Great Northern freight train locomotive. The wheat is estimated as being worth...

  • Grand Coulee celebrates America

    The Record-Times|Updated Jul 3, 2024

    GRAND COULEE — Fireworks, food, music and a laser light show. There’s no better place to be on the Fourth of July than Grand Coulee Dam during the Festival of America. The event runs Thursday and Friday evenings at the dam. Live music Thursday includes Kolton Carson at 3 p.m. , Creature Society at 4 p.m. , Atomic Jive Band at 6 p.m. and TapWater at 8 p.m. On Friday, Creature Society takes the stage again at 3 p.m., followed by Theresa Edwards Band performs at 6 p.m. and 32 Flavors at 8 p.m. The bands include Grand Coulee ent...

  • Welcome to My Kitchen

    Laura Estes|Updated Jul 3, 2024

    Names are important, even in recipes. Chocolate no-bake cookies we all know, and though plain and maybe boring they satisfy the sweet tooth. But, if we say Moose Farts, our attention is grabbed and we wonder what can this can possibly be. Merleen Smith, Odessa, shared this recipe that her son Cam asked her to make for an event he was attending. This no-bake cookie would be fun to make with the help of young cooks to do the mixing and the rolling. Moose Farts 1 can (14 ounces)...

  • Looking Back

    Compiled by Kelli Wilkie, The Record-Times|Updated Jul 3, 2024

    1 years ago Henry Schafer, an Edwall man, who is suspected of being the firebug that set three fires at Edwall during the past six weeks, was given an insanity hearing in the Superior court and was committed to the Medical Lake hospital for the insane. Marion Johnson, age 87, of Davenport passed away at his home. Mr. Johnson was born in Pennsylvania and served with the Union army during the civil war. He came to Lincoln county about 41 years ago and served as a soldier at Ft. Spokane. A fire completely destroyed 2 barns...

  • Birthdays and Anniversaries

    Updated Jul 3, 2024

    Davenport birthdays July 4: Bruce Dehn, Ozius Harden, Tom Plumb July 5: Debbie Miller July 6: Lorie Wandling, Kira Strite, Mike Hardin, Ian Cassidy, Tami Dobson July 7: Jim Gunning, Duane Emery, Koda Coffman, Traci Gants, Rebecca Choate July 8: Bo Gunning, Kathy Johnson, Sarah Vesneske, Alton Leisle, Joyce Walsh, Kaiden Bodeau July 9: Bob Guhlke, Bob Fisher, Claudia Thompson, Wylie Hendrickson, Rachel Lacy, Maia Goetz July 10: Nick Nicholls, Logan Eldred, Bronson Pankey Davenport anniversaries July 4: James and Maria Bellotti...

  • A few facts on Independence Day

    Updated Jul 3, 2024

    Americans celebrate Independence Day every July 4. The holiday has become synonymous with summer fun, as grand fireworks displays and backyard barbecues are integral components of many people’s July 4 celebrations. As Americans and residents of the United States prepare for some festive Fourth of July celebrations, they can keep these interesting facts related to Independence Day in mind. There have been many iterations of the American flag. The American flag has become an iconic symbol of freedom recognized across the globe...

  • Money saving tips for your July Fourth barbecue

    Updated Jul 3, 2024

    Barbecues are part and parcel of July Fourth celebrations. Such get-togethers might be even more notable in 2024, when Independence Day falls on a Thursday. That means many people will likely be taking off on Friday, July 5, which adds another day to celebrate with friends and family around the grill this year. Opportunities to entertain will abound this July, and that can take a toll on hosts’ pocketbooks. As the holiday approaches, individuals planning to host a July 4 barbecue can heed these tips to save on food and s...

  • A bittersweet goodbye to Lincoln County

    Drew Lawson|Updated Jun 20, 2024

    Wind turbines! Okay, now that I have your attention, it’s time to share the news I’ve always dreaded having to share. And no point in beating around the bush: I have resigned as Managing Editor of The Record-Times. My last day is Thursday, June 27. With all sincerity, this is truly one of the most bittersweet decisions of my life. My wife, Maggie and I have an opportunity to move back home to Southwest Washington and we feel it’s in our family’s best interest to do so at the...

  • Diving into summer

    Updated Jun 20, 2024

    Public pools opened for the summer in Lincoln County this week. Davenport Water Park opened for the season Thursday, June 13, while the Odessa Pool was open on Father's Day, Sunday, June 16....

  • Birthdays and Anniversaries

    Updated Jun 20, 2024

    Davenport birthdays June 21: Cody Johnston, John Badgley, Harlow Janke June 23: Libby Murdock, Dustin Jenness, Josh Warwick June 24: Patty Hupp, Linda Spencer, Mike Hale, Emma Johnson, Callen Wynecoop June 26: Craig Deppner, Stephanie Zeiler June 27: Kelli Wilkie, Darci Dennis, Cindy Warner Davenport anniversaries June 21: Rob and Vicki Morcom, Tyson and Stephanie Linstrum, Stetson and Miranda Sanford June 22: Dick and Jody Howard, Trey and Susan Coffman June 25: Glen and Nancy Reinbold, Tom and Jolie Sorensen June 26: Roy...

  • Odessa holds annual Alumni Banquet

    Updated Jun 20, 2024

    The Odessa Alumni Association hosted its annual Alumni Banquet Saturday, June 15....

  • Looking Back

    Compiled by Drew Lawson, The Record-Times|Updated Jun 20, 2024

    1 years ago A fire of mysterious origin caused $115,000 of damage at the Seattle Grain Company warehouse in Edwall. 150 couples attended a campers’ dance at the 23rd annual picnic of the Lincoln County Pioneer and Historical Association. Garden-grown peas, beets and carrots were entirely destroyed by grasshoppers near Wilbur. The pests seemed to avoid tomatoes, corn and potatoes. 75 years ago Grand Marshal Everett Cole led the line of march at Davenport’s Community Day parade. The Reardan American Legion elected new off...

  • Welcome to My Kitchen

    Laura Estes|Updated Jun 20, 2024

    Inland area weather can’t make up its mind if it is salad season or soup season. Requests for several salad recipes served at area events have come in and as I locate the recipes they will be printed here. First up is Suzie Deife’s Quick Cornbread Salad, a modified version of a recipe she found online. Quick Cornbread Salad 1 package (8 1/5 ounces) Jiffy cornbread mix, baked according to package directions, cooled 6 cups shredded romaine lettuce 1 can (15 ounces) pinto bea...

  • 'I'm praying for you'

    Bill Cox|Updated Jun 20, 2024

    “Simon, Simon, Satan has asked to sift all of you as wheat. But I have prayed for you, Simon that your faith may not fail. And when you have turned back, strengthen your brothers.” Luke 22:31-32 This is the beginning of a story that most of us have heard about, especially the ending when the rooster crowed and Peter denied Jesus three times. I would like to take some time to encourage you and say, Jesus is praying for you as you read this article. He might not be praying what we want him to be praying. We may want him to pray...

  • Vintage Fair held in Harrington

    The Record-Times|Updated Jun 20, 2024

    HARRINGTON - Blustery weather was an unwelcome guest at the 6th annual Harrington Vintage Country Fair Saturday, June 15, that featured live music, handmade items, a quilt show, rummage sale and several vendors. At each cloudburst, the band Sunset Highway continued to play beneath a covered gazebo, while attendees scurried into the Harrington Haus or The Mercantile, leaving the vendors to protect their wares from the wind. Kim Wilson, one of the event's organizers, estimated...

  • Graduates bestowed with Davenport diplomas

    Drew Lawson, The Record-Times|Updated Jun 12, 2024

    DAVENPORT - Smiles, tears, laughs and solemness were all part of the story as 35 graduates were awarded their high school diplomas at the Davenport High School graduation Saturday, June 8. Superintendent Chad Prewitt opened the ceremony by leading attendees in a moment of silence for Davenport High alumni Alan Kysar, Blake Wilson and Braedon Efraimson, who were killed in a car crash on Harrington-Tokio Road Friday, June 7. Prewitt also acknowledged the trio would want the...

  • Seventeen students graduate in Odessa

    The Record-Times|Updated Jun 12, 2024

    ODESSA - 17 students were bestowed with their high school diplomas at graduation Saturday, June 8. The ceremony began with the processional and National Anthem, before principal Cori Kane welcomed the graduates and attendees. "Graduates, today is a day you will remember for the rest of your lives. It marks not just the end of your high school journey, but the beginning of an exciting new chapter. This day is the culmination of years of hard work, dedication, and perseverance....

  • Harrington graduates express gratitude

    Byrne Bennett, The Record-Times|Updated Jun 12, 2024

    HARRINGTON – The bond formed by the six members of the class of 2024 was clear as they shared memories, tears, and hugs at their graduation on June 7 in the high school gymnasium. The ceremony captured the bittersweet sense of excitement for the future and the sorrow of leaving the present and the past. As the Pomp and Circumstance March played, scores of family and friends stood as MaKylah Smith, Alex Bonner, Ashton Bonner, Steve-o Mathews, John Branham and Brody H...

  • Reardan commencement honors 44 seniors

    Drew Lawson, The Record-Times|Updated Jun 12, 2024

    REARDAN -Graduates, parents, faculty, teachers, fellow classmates and AI technology were all thanked and recognized at the Reardan High School graduation where 44 students received high school diplomas Saturday, June 8. The ceremony began with the processional in the high school gym as graduates were escorted by junior honor guards Ally Burtenshaw, Bryson Flaa, Amelia Ray and Rysen Soliday. Class president and co-valedictorian Wyatt Stolp opened the speeches with a thank you...

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