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City of East Wenatchee Advances Accessory Dwelling Units Accessibility with New Ordinance
EAST WENATCHEE – The City of East Wenatchee is pleased to announce the adoption of Ordinance 2024-02, a groundbreaking measure designed to streamline the construction of accessory dwelling units (ADUs). The ordinance is purposed to enhance housing affordability and diversity. The ordinance introduces several key changes aimed at removing...
‘Anything With Wheels’ to be Held in Ephrata
The Ephrata Chamber of Commerce, Grocery Outlet, Pro Auto Repair LLC and Jerry’s Auto Supply will present the Car Show and Shine “Anything With Wheels” on Saturday, July 20, in Ephrata. Classic cars, motorcycles, trucks, bikes, and other vehicles will be on display from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The vehicles will be lined up on C Street NW in front of the Grant County Courthouse and West Division Street.
Fishermen, Salmon Changes on Columbia River Hanford Reach Area
According to the Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife, there are fishing changes on the Columbia near the Hanford Reach. "Changes year from 2023 to 2024 for Columbia River from Interstate-182 Bridge at Richland upstream to 650 feet below Priest Rapids Dam. Action: Closes retention of adult Chinook salmon...
Coroner: Woman killed in downtown Spokane scooter crash identified
SPOKANE, Wash. – The victim of Tuesday morning’s scooter accident has been identified. According to the Spokane County Medical Examiner, the victim was Danielle Littrell, aged 23. Her death was determined to be caused by blunt force injuries to the head and torso resulting from the accident. According...
Supreme Court Ruling Paves Way for Yakima to Address Homelessness
The Yakima City Council is expected to talk about homelessness this month after the U.S. Supreme court released a ruling that says it's okay for cities to ban people from sleeping or living in public places.The court, in a 6-3 decision, reversed a previous ruling which found banning people from sleeping in outdoor public spaces is a violation of the 8th amendment. The original ruling was made by an appeals court in San Francisco.
Yakima Sheriffs Office on Scene of Shooting
On July 3rd at about 2:25 AM, a female called 911 reporting her dad had been shot. She also indicated that her ex-boyfriend and father were fighting. Deputies along with Grandview PD officers detailed the area of S Euclid Rd and Bridgeview Rd. Once on scene they located a male...
FIRE REPORT: Wildfire closes SR 17 near Ephrata
Jul. 3—EPHRATA — A fire broke out Tuesday in the northern portion of the Y formed by State Route 17 and State Route 282, according to first responder alerts. The fire, a few minutes southeast of Ephrata was reported a little before 6 p.m. and had burned an estimated 500 acres. The fire resulted in a closure of SR 17 between SR 282 and State Route 28 to ensure public safety. A cause was unknown ...
TRICO Welcomes Josh Berglin as Project Engineer for Food & Manufacturing Business Unit
We are pleased to announce that Josh Berglin has joined our TRICO team as Project Engineer for our Food & Manufacturing Business Unit. Josh brings a strong background in construction management and a proven track record of success to this role. Josh holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Construction...
Celebrate 4th of July around the valley with music, games, and fireworks
If you are staying in town this fourth of July and still planning on how you will be celebrating, here are a few events happening in the valley and its surrounding areas. Tomorrow morning at 11am, the LC Community Concert Band will be performing at Pioneer Park Bandshell in Lewiston. Families are welcome to enjoy this musical celebration.
Fireworks Safety In Tri-Cities & Laws Around Using Them
People around the area have been stocking up on fireworks for the 4th of July holiday. You can't miss the tents selling the traditional 4th entertainment as more and more cities have either legalized or relaxed their laws around fireworks use. That can lead to confusion among residents in Tri-Cities. The cities are on the same pages with the majority of things but fireworks are a little different.
Biggest firework day of the year
Tri-Cities, WA- Fireworks will certainly be lighting up our sky tomorrow night, and there are a million varieties to choose from. Firework stands can be found all over the Tri-Cities where they're legal, however, if you're looking to set off aerial fireworks, West Richland is the place to go. From...
'Unimaginable loss': Family mourns after shooting of Eastern Washington middle school student
A 13-year-old Richland student is being remembered for his resilience, kindness and optimism after his sudden death in a Texas shooting. Anthony "Tony" Lopez had overcome a childhood marked by many challenges and was on a path of positivity and hope, his mother, Monica Medina said in a GoFundMe post.
Ellensburg Officials Look to Seize Ownership of Drug House Near School, Church
US Attorneys for Eastern WA announced Tuesday, July 3 they're seeking forfeiture of a home in Ellensburg they say is a magnet for crime. According to the US Attorney's Office the home was purchased in 2011 by a woman named June Green. Authorities became familiar with the home around 2014...
Amazon-Linked Developers Want to Build Distribution Warehouse Between Pullman and Moscow
PULLMAN - Amazon-linked development companies have filed an application to build a distribution warehouse off the Moscow-Pullman Highway. “Project Cougar” is being proposed by Ambrose Property Group and Kimley-Horn. The companies have built distribution centers for Amazon around the country. The application to Whitman County doesn’t include any reference to the online retail giant based out of Seattle.
Spokane’s Cannon St. Shelter to get new life through housing navigation pilot program
SPOKANE, Wash. – Spokane’s Cannon Street Shelter will reopen with a new focus on transitioning homeless people into housing on Wednesday. With funding from the Washington Department of Commerce, the shelter is relaunching as a pilot housing navigation center. Revive Spokane, a mental health counseling and social services...
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