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Iconic American Brand Closing Last U.S. Factory, Moving to Mexico
An iconic brand, long a staple in kitchen cupboards across generations, is closing its last U.S. manufacturing facility and moving its production operations to Mexico, where the bulk of its products are already made. Synonymous With Food Storage. Tupperware is so woven into our vocabulary that regardless of what company...
This Amazing Water Flume Once Existed Along the Washington State Border
This Amazing Water Flume Once Existed Along the Washington State Border. An amazing water flume once existed right along the border of Washington and Oregon along the Columbia River. It was featured in several movies including an episode of Lassie. So where is this amazing water flume today? Sadly, not...
Big Changes Coming to Popular Vernita Bridge Recreation Area
The Vernita Bridge, which connects Benton and Grant County, is ten miles south of Mattawa on SR 24. Now, the popular recreation area is facing some big changes. Opened in 1956, the Vernita Bridge was one of a number of toll bridges in the state but was the only toll bridge in southeastern WA history. People would pay a toll as they drove across, it was paid off in 1977.
2024 Tony Awards Red Carpet ‘Full Blown Disaster,’ Attendees Call It ‘Worst’ of Their Careers: REPORT
Sources allege the red carpet for Sunday night's 2024 Tony Awards (June 16) was "a mess," and that several celebrities, including American Horror Story star Sarah Paulson, were nearly "body checked by security." According to Page Six, insiders are calling the 2024 Tony Awards red carpet chaotic, with several people...
Search On for Thieves, Stolen Trailers and $10K Worth of Othello Orchard Ladders
An unusual theft is being investigated by the Adams County Sheriff's Office. The ACSO is looking to locate the suspects and the items they took from a location in the 2200 block of Bench Road, just southwest of Othello. Deputies say suspect(s) stole the special trailer used to haul orchard...
WA Dept. of Ag Proposing Numerous Japanese Beetle Rules, Restrictions
The Washington State Department of Agriculture has proposed a series of restrictions, and regulations concerning efforts to combat the spread of the invasive Japanese Beetle. WA state is one of several that are battling to eradicate the Japanese Beetle, which is considered a pest or threat to nearly 300 plant species in the US, especially the west.
1 WA County Proposing to Offer Criminals an Option to “Leave”
A sparsely-populated county in WA State has come up with a unique, and eyebrow-raising proposal to the growing issue of homeless-related or vagrant crimes. The county, which has a population of just over 68,000 people, is located in the Olympia National Forest area across Puget Sound from Seattle. The only...
What’s the Highest-Paying Trade Job in Washington State?
What’s the Highest-Paying Trade Job in Washington State?. Always lots of talk about college versus trade schools and for anyone wanting to better themselves in their life and career, education in any form is a good thing. How you get there is up to you. I was fortunate that...
WSP Looking for Witnesses of Fatal Collision Near Wapato on I-82
Washington State Patrol is looking for witnesses of a fatal collision on I-82. The head-on crash occurred in the westbound lanes of Interstate 82 between Wapato and Toppenish on Tuesday, May 22nd, at about 1:50 pm. A black 2001 Ford Explorer pickup truck was traveling eastbound on I-82 when the driver swerved toward the center median crossing the median and striking a white semi traveling westbound on I-82. The driver of the black Explorer pickup sustained fatal injuries as a result of the collision.
8 Uncanny Museums in Washington You Didn’t Know Existed!
When people hear the word "museum", they're immediately bored. If that's the case, you have yet to visit the right museums! Luckily Washington has plenty of wacky and weird museums to choose from! From historical, celebrity, strange, and wacky, here are some you must check out!. Any true gamer should...
Former Pasco School Employee Faces Charges of Misconduct with Minor
A former Pasco School District employee is facing charges of misconduct with a minor. Pasco School District Announces Charges Filed Against Former Employee. In a troubling development, a former employee of the Pasco School District, Shakell Walker, is facing charges from the Franklin County Prosecutor’s Office for alleged illegal conduct involving a minor last year. The investigation into these serious allegations was initiated in February 2023 following a report from a concerned parent to the district. The charges were announced in a press release sent to parents of students in the district today.
Kennewick Fuel Fiasco: Edison Station’s Surprise Shutdown
You may have noticed both gas stations were closed today on the corner of N Edison and Canal in Kennewick. Kennewick Gas Station Closes After Gas Leak Found in Tanks. As I drove by the gas stations at the intersection of Canal and N Edison in Kennewick today, I noticed that both gas stations had all their pumps closed. Both the Circle K convenience store and the 76 Rocket mart across the street had their pumps closed and blocked off with yellow caution tape. Having never seen that before, I pulled into the parking lot and went inside to talk to the cashier of each location to find out what was happening.
What Happened to Ariana Grande’s Voice?
Ariana Grande addressed the reason for her voice change in an Instagram comment on Tuesday (June 18). Fans have speculated about the reason for her voice changing for years, and the "Boy Is Mine" singer has finally confirmed what's going on. Grande commented on a clip of herself on the...
Was the Snakmaster the Best Kitchen Invention of All Time?
While I'd love to argue that the '80s and '90s were the golden age of TV sitcoms, it would be a disservice not to acknowledge that it was also the era when "As Seen on TV" infomercials truly revolutionized every aspect of our lives in every room of the house. Fixing things in the garage! Cleaning the bathroom! And perhaps most of all—mastering every task in the kitchen.
How to Spot A Scam Online Job, Vs. Legitimate Career
We've all gotten the spam email, or seen the ads on social media: "work from home, make big money" or something to that extent. Federal Trade Commission says more and more scammers are trying to lure people with online work. The FTC says it's one of the fastest-growing forms of...
Washington State AG Announces Latest Opioid Settlement
Washington State Attorney General Bob Ferguson announced another pharmaceutical giant will pay millions for their role in the opioid epidemic. A lump sum payment of $123.34 million was received by the State from Johnson & Johnson. The payment avoids a trial stemming from a 2020 lawsuit filed by Ferguson against the company.
One Year Later, Answers Still Sought in Oceangate Sub Disaster
It seems longer, but one year ago, the world was riveted to the search for the Titan submersible from Everett's Oceangate Industries that went missing while heading to the Titanic wreckage site. A year later, answers still sought. According to reports, the US Coast Guard Marine Board of Investigation still...
Mysterious Shiny Monolith Has Las Vegas Police Warning Hikers
A brightly shining monolith has seemingly appeared out of nowhere in the mountainous area of Las Vegas. Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department responded to a report of a large, shiny object spotted in a nearby mountain range. An Associated Press report stated a search and rescue team from the department was greeted by a gleaming monolith.
Justin Timberlake Seen in Handcuffs After DWI Arrest, More Details Revealed
More details have been revealed following Justin Timberlake's DWI arrest in the Hamptons on Monday night (June 17). The Daily Mail published photos of the pop star in handcuffs as he was led from the Sag Harbor police station to court on Tuesday morning (June 18). The outlet reported that...
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