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[LISTS] Washington State Wildfire Weekend Road Closures
Washington State Wildfire Weekend Road Closures For July 26th - July 28th, 2024. It's boat race weekend here in the Tri-Cities so expect some slowdowns around Columbia Park in Kennewick but if you hitting the roads in Washington, several roads are closed down due to wildfires. Several wildfires have closed...
New Campground Limits Coming to WA Beginning August 18th
Beginning August 18th, all campgrounds in Washington State will have new limits on how many nights people can stay. The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission recently approved the new limits, as of August 18th, campers can only stay ten consecutive nights in any campground in the state, within a 30-day period. Campers will also only be allowed to stay a total of 90 days per calendar year in all state parks.
Election cybersecurity top of mind in WA’s Secretary of State race
Washington’s Secretary of State’s Office has been called the “junk drawer” of state government — a collection of duties that don’t fit neatly elsewhere. Elections. Corporate records. Nonprofit registration. Washington archives. Keeper of the official state seal. In recent years the office added election...
Washington State Patrol Announces Safety Measures for Tri-Cities Water Follies Weekend
As the Water Follies weekend draws near, plans for ensuring the safety of the anticipated crowd have been announced by the Washington State Patrol. From July 26th to 28th, troopers are set to conduct special emphasis patrols at this annual event that typically sees thousands of spectators throng to the Tri-Cities area, as noted by the Washington State Patrol.
FBI Issues Jugging Warning: Video All Washingtonians Need to See
The FBI has issued a warning of an increasing crime trend called "jugging." Jugging is when a criminal suspect or group targets a customer leaving a bank ATM, or building with a significant amount of cash. Thieves approach victims as they get into their vehicles, or in some cases actually follow the victim as they drive off, to rob them at another location.
One Washington voter picks between 28 candidates for governor
About 14% of Washington voters remain undecided about who they’re supporting in the upcoming race for governor. And they have a lot to choose from. More than two dozen candidates have thrown their hat into the race.
WA Fish & Wildlife Says, “Don’t Float The Icicle”
The Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife and the Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery are recommending people no longer float the waters of Icicle Creek. The agencies say water levels in the creek have reached their summertime lows, which means inner tubing the creek will take a long time and include sections where walking would be necessary.
Terri Fitzgerald promoted to South County Fire chief
EVERETT—South County Fire is celebrating the promotion of Battalion Chief Terri Fitzgerald, the agency’s first-ever female chief officer. Fitzgerald has worked nearly 30 years in the fire service, beginning her career in 1995 as a volunteer for Chelan County Fire District 1. She joined South County Fire as a firefighter/paramedic in 2003, later promoting to captain.
Snohomish County Jail sees its sixth death of an inmate since September
Another inmate has died at the Snohomish County Jail. Authorities found a 43-year-old woman unresponsive in her one-person cell. According to a statement from the Sheriff’s Office, jail staff began lifesaving measures but she died inside her cell. The woman was arrested for possession of a controlled substance, carrying...
Man dead, three injured in rollover crash on SR-512 near Puyallup
PIERCE COUNTY, Wash. - Troopers are investigating a deadly rollover crash involving two cars that happened near Puyallup on Wednesday. According to the Washington State Patrol (WSP), troopers responded to reports of a crash on SR-512 at Canyon Rd. E. at around 9:00 p.m. Upon arrival, troopers discovered a 58-year-old...
Who Recalls the Worst Wildfire in Washington State History?
Who Recalls the Worst Wildfire in Washington State History?. Some devastating wildfires are raging through Washington State and even one near my beloved childhood home at Boggan's Oasis has already burned over 12,000 acres. How Many Acres Did The Cold Springs/Pearl Hill Fire Burn In 2020?. The Cougar Creek Fire...
Washington State Parks are changing camping stay limits
OLYMPIA, Wash. — The Washington State Parks Recreation Commission has approved changes to how long you can camp in state parks. The new camping stay limits will go into effect Aug. 19, 2024. According to a press release, the updated limits consist of the following:. You cannot stay more...
Town & Country Markets launches market-to-table restaurant Field House
Town & Country (T&C) Markets, a family-owned market chain in the Puget Sound region in the US state of Washington, has launched Field House, a new market-to-table restaurant. Located inside the Town & Country Markets Mill Creek store, the new restaurant offers a menu crafted by chef and restaurateur Ethan Stowell.
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