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Disease-Carrying Mosquitoes Bringing ‘Break-Bone Fever’ to WA
It seems there's a new illness every so often to be concerned over. From bird flu to swine flu to the dreaded ebolavirus and beyond, there's always new reasons to wash your hands, keep clean and avoid contact with most everything and every one. The latest one coming to the...
Arlington is America’s ‘Fittest City’—Again
Arlington is the nation’s fittest city for the seventh year in a row, according to researchers with the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and Elevance Health Foundation. In fact, the top three spots remain the same this year as they were last year: Washington, D.C. again ranks No....
Prison powwow: Native families connect with their loved ones behind bars
In line to enter a state prison north of Olympia, 10-year-old Ahyoka Wixon cannot stay still. “My dad’s friend made me a jingle dress!” she says to a friendly man standing off to the side of the line, adorned in cultural regalia from head to toe. Her grandmother, 62-year-old Tina Wixon, pulls her away, reminding […] The post Prison powwow: Native families connect with their loved ones behind bars appeared first on Washington State Standard.
Towers Installed for Alpental's "Long-Awaited" New Chairlift
Summer is the season of new chairlifts, and Washington ski resort Alpental, part of The Summit at Snoqualmie, is currently installing one of the most highly-anticipated lifts on the continent. The brand new fixed-grip triple, called The International Chair, will relieve congestion on the Edelweiss ...
Second Dine and Donate event on August 10 for the family of Jayda
LYNNWOOD—Cedar Way Elementary Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) raised over $1,400 from its Red Robin of Lynnwood fundraiser on Friday, July 12, to support the Jada Woods-Johnson Family who lost their daughter to a fatal shooting in the Alderwood Mall food court. A second fundraiser is in the works for August 10 at Buffalo Wild Wings, Everett Mall location.
Mariners Game #102 Preview: 7/22/24, LAA @ SEA
After salvaging a win out of the Astros series (and yet again avoiding the sweep) the Mariners now host Anaheim for a three game set. The vibes around the park are certainly strange today, coming off the news that Ty France was placed on waivers following last night’s game. In addition to that, Jason Vosler has been called up from Tacoma and Ryan Bliss has been sent down. That clubhouse turnover has put a slight damper on the Mariners this afternoon, but Ty France at least seems to be making the most of it.
Man Fatally Struck by Vehicle in Seattle's Lake City, Police Launch Homicide Probe
Early Monday morning, in Seattle's Lake City neighborhood, a man was struck and killed by a vehicle leading to a homicide investigation. According to KING 5, Seattle Police Department patrol officers responded to the scene at approximately 4:45 a.m. near Northeast 125th Street and 30th Avenue Northeast. A 33-year-old man was found in the roadway; despite life-saving attempts, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Pool supporters in Leavenworth push community efforts as levy heads to ballot
LEAVENWORTH—As the option to reauthorize the Upper Valley Park and Recreation Service Area (PRSA) levy arrives on August ballots, the Upper Valley Aquatics Boosters (UVAB) are finding ways to reignite excitement in the community pool and save it from possible closure. The August ballot will give voters the option...
Seattle's DEEL Seeks Input for Student Telehealth Services, Calls for Provider Applications
The Department of Education and Early Learning (DEEL) in Seattle recently announced that they are actively accepting applications for the Telehealth Services for Students & Youth Request for Information (RFI). As posted on DEEL’s official website, this RFI is part of an initiative to gather data on providing supportive telehealth care tailored to the mental well-being needs of Seattle's young students. The submission window for this RFI began on Wednesday, June 26 and will run through Wednesday, July 24. Interested telehealth service providers can access to apply on DEEL's website.
Legislative Internships for Saint Martin’s University Students in Lacey Offer Great Access to Government Leaders and Professional Development
The Washington State Legislature 2024 session provided hands-on experiences to six Saint Martin’s University student interns, the largest group from any college in the state. The University’s Internship Hub in the Center for Career and Calling collaborates with the Legislature’s Internship Program, offering students the opportunity to earn academic credit while helping to solve real-world problems by assisting the state House of Representatives and Senate.
Head West Studio in Napavine strives for a kind and genuine environment for hairdressing
Head West Studio, a hair salon located at 106 E. Washington St. in Napavine, is the place to be for a great cut in a calm and welcoming environment. Koral Working, the owner and one of the
Alatheia Therapeutic Riding Center Breaks Ground on New Arena in Wenatchee
WENATCHEE – Alatheia Therapeutic Riding Center will soon break ground on its new primary arena at their forthcoming 12-acre home in Sunnyslope. This pivotal moment marks a significant milestone in their Double the Capacity capital campaign, aimed at expanding their facilities and services to better serve the greater Wenatchee Valley community.
Gordon Goes At Grays Harbor
ELMA, Wash. — Big wins have been piling up for Dominic Gordon this past month but none have been bigger than a win at Grays Harbor Raceway in the 360 Hall of Fame Battle Royal. The win on night number two of the Northwest Speedweek Tour paid $5,000. Dominic...
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