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Job Losses Follow: Unexpected Restaurant Shutdowns in Washington
Unexpected restaurant closures in Washington have reportedly led to layoffs at 10 separate sites by September. As per the Employment Security Department, Homegrown Partners LLC has declared that the eateries would be permanently closed on September 15th. A total of 158 individuals will lose their jobs when 10 Homegrown stores...
Thunderstorms sweep Portland, raising fire danger
Very loud thunder could be heard in Portland on Sunday morning but the worst of it is over, according to the National Weather Service in Portland. The weather service recorded hundreds of lightning strikes over northwest Oregon and southwest Washington through Sunday morning around 10:30 a.m., but the storm was expected to leave Portland by about 11 a.m., said Jon Liu, a meteorologist with the weather service in Portland.
Watch: "I ABOUT RUINED IT A COUPLE TIMES!" Aaron Plessinger on Washougal
Aaron Plessinger came out swinging at Washougal! After some pre-race banter with Chase Sexton at the gate, AP grabbed the holeshot and led moto 1 until he, unfortunately, stalled the bike, setting him back to second. Aaron later shared why he decided to "back it down" during his motos, ...
Firefighters battle abandoned equipment blaze on Ross Island
Portland firefighters responded to a fire in abandoned equipment on Ross Island late Saturday afternoon. Heavy black smoke could be seen rising from the island and drifting away into the early evening. Crews were ferried across the Willamette River in Fireboat 21 to fight the fire, which also involved old tractor tires and petroleum products, Portland Fire & Rescue announced on social media around 5:30 p.m. on July 20. No structures were involved. ...
ProMotocross from Washougal Favors the Points Leaders for Both Classes
Washougal MX Park, Washougal, WA — July 20, 2024. The 2024 Pro Motocross Championship, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, made its final trip to the West Coast for Round 8 of the summer campaign, where the scenic surroundings of Washougal MX Park challenged riders under some of the hottest temperatures of the season. The MotoSport.com Washougal National Presented by Peterson CAT also served as the series’ Military Appreciation Race.
Third Straight Moto Sweep Puts Chase Sexton on Top
WASHOUGAL, Wash. — The 2024 Pro Motocross Championship, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, made its final trip to the West Coast for Round 8 of the summer campaign, where the scenic surroundings of Washougal MX Park challenged riders under some of the hottest temperatures of the season. The MotoSport.com...
Woodland approves $500,000 construction for road overlay and pedestrian access wide
Woodland residents can soon expect partial lane closures on South Pekin Road as crews repair several cracks that have created safety concerns. In its Monday, July 15 meeting, Woodland’s
Cowlitz commissioners to vote on Scott Hill Park expansion
Cowlitz County commissioners will meet Tuesday, July 23 to approve an agreement that would fund an expansion of Woodland’s Scott Hill Park and Sports Complex. The request, by the Rotary Foundation of Woodland, is for $50,000. Commissioners are also scheduled to sign off on a nearly $330,000 payment to...
La Center Our Days Steamboat Celebration returns this weekend
The La Center Our Days Steamboat Celebration returns this weekend with the theme “Wild West on the River” and a packed schedule, including the Twilight Parade, bingo, vendor fair and more. On Friday, July 28, Our Days kicks off at 8 p.m. with the Twilight Parade. The parade...
Penn State-led Happy Valley Hoopers look to continue run in The Tournament vs. UConn alumni
John Harrar said earlier this month that his Happy Valley Hoopers squad knew what it was in for this year in The Basketball Tournament after an early exit a year ago. And the group of Penn State alumni backed that up Saturday by pulling away for their first-ever TBT victory.
SUNDAY UPDATE: Fire agencies, state fire agencies fighting several wildfires across our region
REGIONAL - In Washington and in Oregon, fire agencies across our region are battling several wildfires. Some have been burning for days while others continue to pop up due to the hot, dry and windy conditions. Information on these fires is constantly changing. We will work to bring you the latest as soon as possible.
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