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Battle Mountain Complex Fire in Umatilla County burns 6,408 acres, several evacuations in place around Ukiah
UMATILLA COUNTY, Ore. - UPDATE July 20 2:00 p.m. According to a press release from the Oregon Department of Forestry, the Battle Mountain Complex Fire has burned an estimated 6,408 acres in Umatilla County. Containment of the fire is at zero percent. US 395 from milepost 50 near Ukiah to...
500 Mini Cooper enthusiasts rolling into Spokane after cross-country trip
SPOKANE, Wash. – The Mini Takes the States Tour of 2024 brings over 500 enthusiasts to Spokane on Friday. This biannual event explores beautiful scenic routes and rallies Mini Cooper owners to get out and explore. The group will be riding into town in style after previous stops in...
Three community pools to host free evening swimming on Saturday
SPOKANE, Wash. — The City of Spokane will provide additional free swimming hours at three community pools on Saturday due to high temperatures. The A.M. Cannon, Comstock and Shadle pools will host free evening swimming in addition to the regular afternoon swimming hours on Saturday, July 20. The six...
Washington State Ranks Among Highest in Recreational Boating Fatalities
A new study reveals the dangers of recreational boating and just how deadly boating accidents are in some states. More people are enjoying boating with a 36% increase in annual economic activity in the industry since 2018, according to the National Marine Manufacturers Association. The most dangerous states for recreational...
In legal fight over Washington anti-discrimination law, Christian mission urges Ninth Circuit to give it standing
(CN) — A Ninth Circuit panel on Friday grilled the Washington assistant attorney general about whether the state would disavow enforcement of an anti-discrimination law against the Union Gospel Mission of Yakima. That came after the Christian organization sought an injunction barring the state from enforcing the law against...
A Sweet Tradition: Whitman Sends Walla Walla Sweet Onions to New Students
Each August, a new incoming class begins their four-year Whitman College experience. But even before arriving in Walla Walla, they’ve already gotten a taste of one of the area’s signature delights: the Walla Walla Sweet Onion. A Truly Whitman Tradition. In a practice that dates back to 1992,...
Tri-Cities Airport, Kadlec Hospital affected by global IT outage
PASCO, Wash.-A global IT outage is affecting banks, businesses, media and airlines across the country, including the Tri-Cities. The FAA grounded planes across the country on Friday, July 19 and airports and airlines have now canceled or delayed flights. Some local hospital information systems were affected, however, 911 communications were...
Introducing Be Well Washington: Fostering Health and Wellness
The Washington State Department of Health is encouraging everyone to live their BEST life. They've launched 'BE WELL WA,' an initiative designed to help all Washingtonians achieve a well-rounded, healthy lifestyle. "We want individuals to reimagine what wellness looks like,” said Umair A. Shah, MD, MPH, Secretary of Health. “Often...
Zillah man killed in his car, Yakima County Sheriff seeking information
TOPPENISH – In the early morning of July 12th, 2024, Yakima County Deputies were called to the area of Larue Rd and Hwy 97 for a report of a man who was shot while in a vehicle. Deputies arrived and attempted lifesaving measures. Despite their efforts, the man later died.
Mind Blowing: WSP Clocks Driver at Stunning Speed in Richland
I don't know if the headline is correct, or just wrong. Maybe you can help with a more appropriate headline to address the issue. And, the issue is speeding on State Route 240. Washington State Patrol troopers were looking for reckless drivers on Wednesday, and you wouldn't believe what one...
Wenatchee Hit With Heat Advisory, Warning In 19 Out Of 20 Days
Much of Washington east of the Cascades is going through an extended period of unusually hot weather. The Wenatchee area has been under a heat advisory or excessive heat warning for all but two days in July. The advisories started on July 2nd and the only break without an advisory...
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