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Less than half of WA families who qualify for new tax credit are applying
(The Center Square) – Washington state officials say they are on track to meet the goal of having 50% of eligible families applying for and receiving a tax credit for moderate- and low-income families by this time next year. The Working Families Tax Credit is an annual tax refund for Washington residents worth up to […]
Snoqualmie Valley Trail Closure Announced: August 2 – October 30
The scenic Snoqualmie Valley Trail, renowned for its picturesque views of agricultural valleys, family farmsteads, the North Fork Snoqualmie River, and diverse wildlife, will be closed for construction from August 2 to October 30. This closure, affecting the stretch between NE 24th/Langlois and NE 32nd St near Remlinger Farms, is...
Seattle conference inspires push for sustainable fishing in WA
A meeting on sustainable fishing in Seattle could inspire greater protections for Washington state's waters in Olympia. The State Innovation Exchange held the "Sustainable Aquaculture and Working Waterfronts" convention with lawmakers from 13 states. Emma Newton, senior associate with agriculture and food systems program for the State Innovation Exchange, said...
Deadly gun violence impacts rising number of youth in King County
KING COUNTY, Wash. - The first five months of 2024 in King County revealed an alarming trend in youth violence. Through June 1, the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office filed 310 juvenile felony offenses, with cases involving victims and weapons. In some of those cases, guns were used in deadly shootings.
Experience a symphony of art and music at Richland's 75th Art in the Park festival
Richland, Wash. — Art in the Park is a long-running Richland tradition. This year marks the 75th year for the free community event. On Wednesday, July 24th, we spoke with the festival's organizers, who share with us the history of the event, and what to expect at Howard Amon park this weekend.
Okanogan County man dies fighting brush fire
OROVILLE – A tragic incident unfolded last week as 78-year-old Walter Oikari lost his life while attempting to combat a brush fire on his property. The incident occurred on July 10, at Canyon Creek Road, southeast of Oroville, according to Okanogan County Coroner Dave Rodriguez. The fire, which erupted...
Man with Moses Lake ties disappears during road trip
MOSES LAKE - A California man with Moses Lake ties has vanished under peculiar circumstances, according to his family. 40-year-old Paul Flores of Stockton, California was driving from his hometown to Moses Lake to visit his son, nieces and two grandchildren when he suddenly disappeared last Friday. Flores' family says...
Wenatchee Valley Chamber creates position to bolster Hispanic business relations
WENATCHEE—The Wenatchee Valley Chamber of Commerce has hired D'Andre Vasquez as its new Hispanic Business & Community Relations Coordinator. The position was created in partnership with SkillSource to boost economic opportunities for the Hispanic business community. Vasquez, a Leavenworth native, and Washington State University graduate brings a background in...
LEVEL 2 Evacuation Orders to Require Visitors Leave Stehekin on Thursday
Visitors to Stehekin will be required to leave Stehekin at the head of Lake Chelan as a result of the growing Pioneer Fire as of Thursday, July 25th at 8am. The Pioneer Fire has grown to almost 31,000 acres since June 8th. Chelan County Emergency Management has issued a Level...
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