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Can You Believe This Beautiful County Has the Highest Rate of Premature Deaths in WA?
You may have heard the news that King County is the healthiest county in Washington state. “Compared to the national average, King County has a lower rate of premature death and a lower share of adults reporting that they're in poor physical health.” - Axios. Great news for King...
Washington Mountains Expecting First Snow of 2024 This Weekend
Washington’s mountain ranges are set to receive their first snow of the year. Snowfall Alert: Washington Mountains to Receive First Snow of the Season This Weekend. Washington State's stunning mountain ranges are about to get their first taste of winter this weekend, with snow showers forecast to make their debut across the region’s high peaks. For the first time this year, the mountains will be adorned with a fresh dusting of snow, signaling the arrival of the colder months just around the corner.
OSPI candidates weigh in on school choice
(The Center Square) – A few days after The Seattle Times editorial board came out against school choice, or vouchers, that give families access to education funding, people – including the two candidates for superintendent of public instruction – are weighing in. Live Finne, director of the Center for Education at the Washington Policy Center, was sharply critical of The Seattle Times piece and its contention that "private or religious schools could pick the top tier students and athletes and leave the others in public...
NOAA Predicts: Drenching Rain for Washington This Fall
If you're anything like me, this time of year I feel mixed emotions. I'm excited for slightly cooler temperatures. I love Fall colors but, I will mourn the passing of Summer. I love being outdoors, riding my horse, hiking, camping, and sitting on my back patio. Cold wet weather is...
Rebates on the way for farmers who paid fuel surcharges under WA climate law
Farmers who believe they paid unfair fuel surcharges under the state’s cap-and-trade program can soon apply for a rebate from the state. Next week, Washington’s Department of Licensing will launch an online application for agricultural fuel users who may have been overcharged. People can apply starting Monday. Fuel used in the farm industry is supposed […]
WA state workers plan walkout over what they call 'disrespectful' contract offer
(The Center Square) – The latest bargaining session between union leadership for the Washington Federation of State Employees and the Office of Financial Management lasted 15 hours, but apparently did not bring the two sides any closer to a contract agreement. WFSE members have scheduled a Sept. 10 walkout for some 50,000 state employees. According to a union update, leaders are frustrated with negotiations on the new two-year contract (2025-2027)...
HPD Need Help Locationg Missing Man
Hoquiam Police are asking for your help in locating a man who’s been missing for more than a month. Hoquiam Police are asking for your help in locating a man who’s been missing for more than a month. H-P-D investigators say 54-year-old Stephen Swartz has not been seen since July 5th. Reports say he worked for Domino’s pizza for more than 20 years and just stopped showing up for work. He could be driving a blue 2003 Toyota Celica. Hoquiam Police are asking you to take a look at a photo of Stephen at the police department’s Facebook page and if you know him or know where he is, contact police through the information provided.
Port Authority selects contractor for Phase 1 of Malaga Cooling Water Disposal Facility
EAST WENATCHEE — The Chelan-Douglas Regional Port Authority board of directors has awarded the contract for Phase 1 of the Malaga Cooling Water Disposal Facility, at the East Wenatchee Microsoft campus, to KRCI Construction for $2.7 million. CDRPA opened for contractor bids in July with a bid deadline of...
Hello Kitty Cafe Truck stopping in Spokane on August 24
SPOKANE, Wash. — Hello Kitty lovers can get excited!. The truck will be open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the River Park Square's South Mall Entrance. The Cafe Truck's menu includes different sets of macarons and other sweet treats to eat, all ranging from $14 to $18. There will also be several 50th Anniversary merchandise options available, from pin sets to glass mugs, which range in price from $15 to $70.
Sticklin Funeral Chapel encourages the public to pay their respects Friday, Aug. 30 to Centralia man killed during Vietnam War
Members of the public are encouraged to wave American flags and pay their respects to U.S. Air Force Sgt. David Stanley Price during a funeral procession from Sticklin Funeral Chapel to Stricklin Greenwood Memorial Park in Centralia on Friday, Aug. 30. Price’s remains will arrive from Hawaii on Aug. 29...
Firefighters have stalled progress of blaze on Olympic Peninsula
Firefighters appear to have a handle on the wildfire that ignited on the Olympic Peninsula last week, as cooler temperatures and light rainfall have aided the hundreds of personnel battling the blaze five miles west of Brinnon. The 2620 Road Fire, which ignited near Mt. Jupiter on Aug. 14, has...
Brady's Spin: The Mariners Didn't Have to Give Dan Wilson the Full-Time Manager's Job
The Seattle Mariners announced that longtime catcher Dan Wilson is the new manager of the team moving forward on Thursday afternoon. While that comes with some nice security for Wilson, was it really necessary?
Here are the new businesses coming to 'The Village' at Tacoma Mall
TACOMA, Wash. — A multimillion-dollar redevelopment project at the Tacoma Mall will bring with it several popular restaurants, including Shake Shack, Dave's Hot Chicken and Supreme Dumpling, real estate investment trust Simon announced. Work on "The Village" is expected to begin this summer. The investment group, which owns the...
Whatcom Humane Society to host Dog Days of Summer Festival
BELLINGHAM, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – The Whatcom Humane Society (WHS) is holding its annual Dog Days of Summer Festival on Sunday, Aug. 25. Canine contests, pet-themed games, an animal caricaturist, over 45 vendors, vegetarian food trucks and a beer garden hosted by Paws For A Beer are all highlights dog owners and festival goers can anticipate.
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