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1 years ago Crab Creek raged last week for the first time in 9 years with the highest water levels ever recorded in Odessa. Several streets as well as the railroad were washed out and the town was without train service for 3 days. M. F. Van Hook, county game warden has issued a 10 cent bounty on magpies from January 15 until April 1. An affadavit is required stating that the birds were indeed killed in Lincoln County. Local wheat crops were inspected recently in the Reardan area for damage from the early season freeze when...
1 years ago Jennie O’Bell Young and husband Harry Young were acquitted of arson in the matter of the fire that destroyed the Rocklyn Store and adjoining house. 66 witnesses testified during the 6 day trial. The State Senate voted down the proposed child labor bill. Local Senator Charles Myers maintained the position that it was easier to teach a child how to work when they were younger rather than older and that working prevented idleness which led to boys joining gangs and ending up in penal institutions. Lydia Melcher, 1...
1 years ago Harrington High School basketball team defeated the Odessa team in a recent match at community hall. The game was fast and intense from start to finish. After the neck and neck contest the final score was Harrington 34 to Odessa 30. The price of wheat at the local markets has gone up nine cents in the last week. Early Baart and Bluestem are selling for $2.05. There is considerable wheat in storage locally but those farmers are holding out for higher prices. 75 years ago E.M. Reisenauer and sons who operate the...
Four Odessa FFA students competed in employment skills subdistricts, and one participated in the creed event. Rebecca Bramer placed third and will advance to districts....
Growing up in Northern Michigan, winter wasn’t just a season but a survival challenge. The snow didn’t gently fall; it descended like a vengeful force determined to bury everything in sight. And did we get snow days? No. We dug ourselves out and trudged like Hobbits marching toward Mount Doom. My late maternal grandmother, who grew up during the Great Depression, used to tell me about walking to school “uphill both ways.” As a kid, I rolled my eyes, figuring she was exagger...
ODESSA - The Odessa School District band program received an unexpected $500 grant from the Columbia Basin Foundation through its "Jazzy January" program. Band director Daniel Lloyd said the Odessa band program did not apply for the grant but was selected after foundation representatives attended a pep band night and were impressed by the students' performance. "I was surprised by it because I didn't apply for anything," Lloyd said. "They called us and told us they had money f...
Davenport birthdays Feb. 6: Della Reinbold, Wendy Bodeau, Tyson Linstrum, Jesse Raugust Feb. 7: Lillian Lyle, Katie Hiccox Feb. 8: Easton Chappell Feb. 9: Brynna Hopkins, Alex Zeiler, Jackson Guhlke, Chuck Woodland Feb. 10: Cory Hollis, Chris Holderby, Logan Briggs Feb. 11: Riley Utley, Norea Hughes-Capua Feb. 12: Craig Sweet Davenport anniversaries Feb. 6: Troy and Dawn Canfield Feb. 7: Scott and Kim Hardin Feb. 8: Kelly and Lisa Graber Reardan birthdays Feb. 6: Miriam Supinger, Todd McLaughlin Feb. 9: Jacquie Hedrick Feb....
HARRINGTON - Home & Makers reopened its doors in downtown Harrington after a January winter break. The grand re-opening ceremony began at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb 1, welcoming patrons with cookies, goodie gift bags and more. "Our grand reopening exceeded expectations in every way," said Kathi Matthews, owner of Home & Makers. "Customers seemed to appreciate how the store was refreshed while we took our annual January winter break. We were busy from open to close with a steady...
As we ring in a new year, I thought it might be a good time to provide you with some updates and challenges facing local law enforcement. On the challenge front, Washington State continues to rank 51st in the nation for law enforcement officers per capita and its an area that has not improved in years. Thankfully, the staffing levels at LCSO have been fairly stable, but we live in a time when everyone is hiring and there are not enough qualified candidates to go around which h...
DAVENPORT - Cedar & Sage, a new boutique in Davenport, opened its doors to a packed crowd, with customers filling the store until closing. "The opening went well. It was awesome," said store manager Mykaiha Stensland. "We were overwhelmed with everyone's love and support." The new boutique, located at 712 Morgan Street, opened its doors for the first time Saturday, Feb. 1. Cedar & Sage offers a variety of products, including clothing, gifts, candles, knickknacks, and...
HARRINGTON - Twenty-six residents gathered at the Harrington School Multipurpose Room on Saturday, Jan. 25, to kick off "Harrington Heart & Soul," a community development initiative funded by a grant from the Innovia Foundation. The meeting, led by Brent Baker, a certified Community Heart & Soul™ coach from Sandpoint, Idaho, introduced participants to the project's first phase, known as "Imagine." This phase, which typically spans two to three months, focuses on gathering v...
I’ve been on a bit of a health kick lately, and honestly, it’s been refreshing. Between smarter food choices and staying active, I’ve been feeling more energized and confident. So, when the chance came up to spend the weekend at my National Guard Armory for Military Combative training, I thought, “Why not?” Little did I know, I was about to spend hours grappling, sweating, and proving just how much “fighting like a girl” can mean holding your own—and then some. The train...
Valentines Day calls for some special treats. Hot Cocoa Crinkle Cookies are a delicious chocolate cookie studded with Hot Cocoa and Marshmallow Chips. Sarah Voise made these for a recent coffee hour and they were a hit. The chips are a specialty, seasonal item made by the Nestle Company, so you may want to try this recipe soon. These cookies would make a nice addition to a bowl game buffet. Hot Cocoa Crinkle Cookies 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour 1 tsp baking soda 1/4 tsp salt...
Odessa students Jesse Reeves, Devin Nelson, Viet Tran, and Kieu Tran placed third at the Regional Chess Tournament Monday, Jan. 27....
Davenport birthdays Jan. 30: Teresa Vesneske Jan. 31: Debbie Orvis, Danita Hammond, Kalah Dehn, James Bellotti Feb. 1: Anna Cash, Sherrill Hansen, Brenda Guhlke, Carson Tucker, Ryker Plasencia Feb. 2: Greg Hein Feb. 3: Braelynn Carruth, Susan Coffman, Jeanne Morrision, Sydney Abbott, Jason Raugust, Blake Warwick Feb. 4: Dawn Shaver Feb. 5: Don Larson, Erin Utley, Jeff Barkdull Reardan birthdays Jan. 31: Rhett Dormaier Feb. 4: Audrey Anderson Reardan anniversaries Jan. 30: Hal and Nancy Johnson Harrington birthdays Jan. 30:...
DAVENPORT — For the third year in a row, the Itty Bitty Prom is bringing joy and excitement to Davenport’s youngest community members. Scheduled for Saturday, Feb.22, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the high school auditorium, the event offers children in fifth grade and under an evening of dancing, playing, and bonding with their guardians. The event, originally inspired by a similar tradition in Forks, Wash., was launched by Mykaiha Stensland and quickly gained traction in Davenport. “We don’t have any mother-daughter or daddy-d...
Cedar & Sage Boutique to celebrate grand opening DAVENPORT — Cedar & Sage Boutique invites the community to celebrate its grand opening at 712 Morgan Street. The event, set to begin at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 1, will feature complimentary cookies, a jewelry and hat bar, and a selection of new arrivals for shoppers to explore. Guests are encouraged to bring friends and participate in the boutique’s festivities. The new business aims to provide a unique shopping experience, offering carefully curated fashion and acc...
The Davenport High School Theater class recently wrapped up its performance of Willy Wonka - The Concert on Thursday, Jan. 16, at 7 p.m. in the high school auditorium. The free event was a hit, with a wonderful turnout to enjoy the performance. Conor MacDougall-Smith, of Davenport, freshman, took center stage in the long red coat as Wonka....
There are surprises in life you expect-like an offhand compliment or a change in the weather-and then there are surprises you don't. The night Dalton came running out of my house, boots half on and a look of worry on his face, fell squarely into the latter category. It all started with some playful teasing. Dalton had been hinting for days about a "surprise" he had for me at the ranch. Earlier that evening, over dinner, he'd mentioned part of the surprise was already in his...
SPRAGUE - The Sprague Chamber of Commerce held its annual meeting and fundraising auction on Monday, January 20, raising $2,309 to support community projects in Sprague. $1,130 of the total was raised from the live auction. Heather Rose led the evening's ceremonies, swearing in new officers and board members for 2025. The chamber's new leadership team includes President Tim Wilken, Vice President Lucas Becker, Secretary Kathleen Hayward, Co-Treasurers Terrie Barnum and Joy...
REARDAN - The Reardan Livestock 4-H Club recently showcased its dedication to community service by assembling and donating cake kits to the local food bank, WE C.A.R.E. Club members worked together to create the kits, which included all the necessary ingredients to bake a cake. The project aimed to provide families in need with a fun and meaningful way to celebrate special occasions or enjoy a homemade treat. The donation to WE C.A.R.E. is part of the club's ongoing effort to...
DAVENPORT - Arrow M. Saddlery, a new leather shop located at 505 1st Street, is now open in Davenport, offering custom leather goods, repair services, and a variety of Western-themed items. The shop, owned and operated by 27-year-old Mackenzie Crable of Edwall, officially opened on Friday, October 13. Crable, who has been crafting leatherwork for a decade, specializes in youth chaps, belts, accessories, home décor such as cowhide rugs and table runners, and functional gear...
Davenport birthdays Jan. 23: Lisa Prewitt, Tyler Zaugg Jan. 24: Sam Graber, Asia Hardin, Debbie Roemer, Loren Ensor, Ayron Easley Jan. 26: Lance Strite Jan. 27: Curtis Guhlke, Seyler Lacy, Ezri Lacy, Jacob Taylor Jan. 28: Jacob Harvey Jan. 29: Tim Utley, Doug Reinbold, Eliza Lynn Bailey, Jaymie Bennett Reardan birthdays Jan. 23: Amanda Bonstrom-Meier Jan. 27: Jenny Cesaratto Jan. 28: Paul Whitmore Jan. 29: Jeff Wagner, Sarah Spearman, Jennifer Kieffer, Ruth Wollweber Harrington birthdays Jan. 28: Mike Hoob, Macrae Larmer Jan....
HARRINGTON — Residents, workers, and visitors are invited to take part in the launch of Harrington Heart & Soul, a community-driven initiative aimed at shaping the town’s future. The event will take place on Saturday, Jan. 25, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the Harrington School multi-purpose room. Organizers are calling on community members to join in envisioning the future of Harrington and developing a comprehensive plan to make those dreams a reality. Coaches will guide attendees through a community network mapping exe...
Fresh potatoes, a staple in most kitchen pantries, have a shelf life. You may have them correctly stored in a cool dark place, but nature is telling them to begin sprouting, prepare for the new season of planting and growing. Time to make potato soup. The potatoes may be a bit soft and sprouts are started, but they will make a nice soup. Simply remove the sprouts, peel and remove any areas starting to green and you are ready chop, slice or dice for your favorite soup recipe....
