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$1.6 million in Scholarships to learn a trade in Washington.
I don't know about you, but in my family when I was a kid, the goal was always to go to college. Both of my parents were college educated. All of my siblings went to college, I was the youngest in my family, and I was expected to go to college as well. I went to what is now called Central Washington University. (Back then, it was State College.)
Heat Advisory This Weekend, Cooler Next Week
Strong high pressure will begin to amplify over the Inland Northwest today through Monday continuing our string of hot weather, which began around July 5th. The Wenatchee Valley has been at or above 95 degrees every day since then. The heat will likely peak this weekend with widespread triple digit high temperatures and possible records on Sunday. The heat will finally relent by Tuesday and into the middle of next week.
Washington State DOT opens applications for Sustainable Aviation Grant program
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) Aviation Division recently opened the application period for the newly created Sustainable Aviation Grant program. The program funds sustainable aviation projects such as electric ground equipment, hydrogen electrolyzers and storage, hangar charging technology, and mobile battery charging technology. The program is open to any airport authority, city, county, […] The post Washington State DOT opens applications for Sustainable Aviation Grant program appeared first on Transportation Today.
Dairy Farmers Of Washington Launch “Ice Cream Trail”
WASHINGTON - The Dairy Farmers of Washington have revealed the "Washington Ice Cream Trail," featuring local ice cream, gelato, and frozen yogurt shops in the Evergreen State. From Blaine to Vancouver, the Ice Cream Trail features dozens of shops that craft their ice cream in Washington State. Each shop proudly displays the Washington Ice Cream Trail Badge, letting customers know they're getting locally-made frozen treats.
Hotly contended race for WA superintendent of public schools
With never enough state funding, a youth mental health crisis and national issues like parental rights taking root in Washington, the race for the state’s top public education leader highlights the state’s distinct issues while mirroring debates happening across the nation. The Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction...
Inslee to agency leaders: Money’s too tight for new programs
As Washington Gov. Jay Inslee fashions his last budget proposal, he’s told directors of state agencies to not ask for money for new programs or expansion of existing ones. He wants them to tighten their spending as they deal with increasing demand for public services and rising costs to provide them. Tax collections “will likely […] The post Inslee to agency leaders: Money’s too tight for new programs appeared first on Washington State Standard.
Competitive field for open U.S. House seat in WA’s 6th District
Two similarly aligned Democrats with different political experiences and a Republican who believes he can break the seat’s blue streak are battling for the open position in Washington’s 6th Congressional District. The retirement of U.S. Rep. Derek Kilmer drew a competitive crowd eyeing a promotion from state to...
Unified Fix Our Ferries citizen movement sets sail
Ferry-served communities band together for legislative action. Vashon Island, Washington—The Fix Our Ferries citizen action movement has grown to four communities that extend the length and breadth of the Washington State Ferries system, from the San Juan Islands to Vashon Island. Representative groups from the communities have signed a get-it-done letter to the Governor and the Legislature, pressing for immediate steps to relieve the years-long ferry crisis during the 2025 budget session.
Exhausted Fire Crews Watch As Washington Burns
The Pioneer Fire in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest has now expanded to 25,688 acres, 14% contained. Firefighters have been working diligently to protect the community of Stehekin through strategic firing operations. These controlled burns, conducted about 8 miles southeast of Stehekin, have created a buffer zone by removing dry and dead ground fuels.
In Central WA, 4th District race heats up in conservative showdown
Most election analysts expect Washington’s 4th Congressional District to remain Republican come November. That’s usually good news for a candidate like U.S. Rep. Dan Newhouse, an experienced incumbent — he’s been in Congress since 2015 — with a sizable chest of political contributions. Washington Statewide...
Lyman car show draws crowds
Checking out classic cars People admire the cars and motorcycles at the 23rd annual Lyman Car & Motorcycle and Vendor Show on July 13 on Main Street. Dozens of people came out to support this year’s show. Proceeds from the event benefit the Lyman Cemetery and City Park. ___ (c)2024 the Skagit Valley Herald (Mount Vernon, Wash.) Visit the Skagit Valley Herald (Mount Vernon, Wash.) at ...
Hunger vs Hunger founder burns over 10,000 calories in support of Bellingham Food Bank
WHATCOM COUNTY, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – Currently 16% of Whatcom County residents rely on a food bank every week. The Bellingham Food Bank spends more money on food and non-food items than any other food bank in all of Washington. The Bellingham Food Bank does not solely distribute items to Bellingham residents, but to other food banks throughout Whatcom County.
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