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Invasive European green crabs detected in new area of WA coast
Invasive European green crabs (EGC) have been found in a new area of the Washington coast. They were first detected in the Quillayute River estuary near La Push. According to the Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife (WDFW), European green crabs are invasive species that threaten shellfish, eelgrass, and estuary habitats. They are often found in shallow waters.
WSU Student’s own Diagnosis Inspires Dream of Becoming a Doctor
The fuel that ignited Peyton Burpee’s dream of becoming a physician isn’t something he likes to talk about much — it makes him a little uneasy just thinking about it. When he was just 4 years old, Burpee, now a Washington State University neuroscience student, became the 18th person in the United States diagnosed with a rare and potentially deadly congenital heart defect known as anomalous coronary artery. His oldest brother before him was just the eighth person to be diagnosed with the defect.
Heavy police presence in downtown Spokane due to crash
SPOKANE, Wash. - The Spokane Police Department are investigating a crash in downtown Spokane near Lincoln Street and 3rd Avenue. Updated Aug. 23 at 6 a.m. - A crash in downtown Spokane is being investigated by police after a victim in the crash reported a brake malfunction. The Spokane Police...
Win Tickets for Yakima-Filmed Movie ‘Cheater Cheater’ at The Majestic
The movie filmed in Yakima, starring Yakima actors and film-crew, Cheater Cheater, is set to debut in Yakima at The Majestic. All are invited and you have a chance to win a pair of tickets for yourself to attend the red carpet event!. There's a new horror movie coming soon...
Benton-Franklin Fair offers free entry for educators, deals for kids this Wednesday
Kennewick, Wash. — The Benton-Franklin Fair & Rodeo has kicked off, and there are plenty of great deals to be on the lookout for this week. Fair organizers say Wednesday is a great day to come down, with free admission for educators all day, $2.00 admission for children ages six-to-twelve, and it's also Buddy Day at the carnival. When you buy one rides bracelet, you get the second half off.
Friends of Manito host second annual plant sale of the year
SPOKANE, Wash. - The Friends of Manito will have another annual plant sale to celebrate the fall season with hundreds of kinds of plants available. The sale will be on Aug. 24 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the parking lot just east of Gaiser Conservatory. Visitors can expect...
Grant County Faces Alarming Surge in Whooping Cough Cases Linked to Local Churches
MOSES LAKE – The Grant County Health District (GCHD) has issued a health alert following a significant increase in whooping cough (pertussis) cases in the county. Since June 2024, 28 people have been identified with whooping cough, marking a troubling resurgence of the disease in the region. This outbreak is particularly alarming, as prior to this surge, Grant County had not seen a confirmed case of pertussis since 2019.
Engell, Ing-Moody move on to November ballot
OKANOGAN COUNTY — Results from this month’s primary election are now certified, and one narrow legislative race in NCW has been decided. Soo Ing-Moody will face off in November against Andrew Engell to represent Washington’s large 7th District in Olympia. Ing-Moody, the Republican former mayor of Twisp, was in a tight race with Tonasket city councilmember Teagan Levine, coming down to exactly a one-half percent advantage.
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