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New school year brings changes for WA schools under Biden Title IX Final Rule
(The Center Square) - With the new school year right around the corner, Washington’s 295 public school districts are busy trying to figure out how to comply with the recently implemented Final Rule changes to Title IX, created by the Biden administration. Twenty-six states have, at least for now, blocked the changes, and as previously reported by The Center Square, The Washington Parents Network had planned to file a legal challenge to the Title IX changes, but opted to wait for the 11th Circuit Court...
Washington state ‘increasingly at risk’ for rolling blackouts
(The Center Square) - A proposed battery energy storage system near Goldendale under consideration by the Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council would, if ultimately approved by Gov. Jay Inslee, be able to provide 200,000 homes with electricity for up to four hours. It’s a facility that Washington residents might need if the state is unable to meet future energy demands, which the company behind the project warns is growing more likely. ...
Washington worker fighting to leave state's largest union
(The Center Square) - A Washington state worker trying to opt out of her union, had to get help from a national organization for advice on standing up to leadership. The worker, represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE), demanded her freedom from the union back in April, but was told she was required to continue paying dues until her next “opt-out window” opened in October 2025. Frustrated...
Leaders In Washington State’s Capital City Pass Psychedelics Decriminalization Resolution
Leaders in Washington State’s capital city of Olympia voted unanimously on Tuesday to pass a resolution locally decriminalizing psilocybin and certain other psychedelic plants and fungi. It’s the latest locality in the state to pass such a measure following similar changes in Seattle, Port Townsend and Jefferson County.
Rider input wanted for new Anacortes/San Juan Islands sailing schedules
SEATTLE – The times are changing – literally. Well, at least the Anacortes/San Juan Islands ferry times. Washington State Ferries is hosting an online open house to share information and gather feedback on proposed changes to the Anacortes/San Juan Islands sailing schedules. The open house will be online through Friday, Aug. 23.
Economic Alliance hosts annual summer networking event at Lake Stevens Aug. 29
Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC) will host the 14th annual Summer Networking from 4-7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 29 at The Mill on Lake Stevens – in collaboration with the City of Lake Stevens and Greater Lake Stevens Chamber of Commerce. This event provides a casual networking opportunity for all...
Lifestyle Lookout: Family fun at the fair, a fundraiser at Hannegan Speedway, and punk rock in downtown Bellingham
WHATCOM COUNTY, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – It’s the second weekend of the Northwest Washington Fair in Lynden and once again, it’s going to be packed with fun activities for everyone. Once you have bought your entry ticket, there are plenty of free events to check out including the...
Whatcom Young Professionals Announces ‘Let’s Groove: A Far Out Fundraiser’ for the Max Higbee Center on Sept. 5th
Whatcom Young Professionals will host their annual fundraiser on Thursday, September 5th from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Fishermen’s Pavilion, benefitting the Max Higbee Center. The retro-themed event will feature food trucks, ice cream, local beer & cider, a DJ dance party, and raffles for over $2,500 in gift certificates donated by local businesses.
Everett council considers employee incentive to address deficit
EVERETT, AUG. 15: The Everett city council heard a briefing of a potential ordinance establishing a voluntary separation incentive for city employees to help address the city’s projected $12.6 million deficit for 2025. Lori Cummings, Senior Executive Director of the Mayor’s office said the goal moving forward is to...
Bellingham Symphony Aiming to Expand Repertoire and Audience with 2024-25 Season
In Wednesday’s (8/14) Whatcom Talk (Washington State), Margaret Bikman writes, “The Bellingham Symphony Orchestra … boasts top-tier local musicians tackling challenging repertoire, draws celebrated national and international soloists, and enjoys devoted community support…. For longtime symphony-goers to curious first-time audience members, the Bellingham Symphony Orchestra offers traditional works by well-known composers and adventurous pieces by contemporary artists, all performed by incredibly talented local musicians…. The Bellingham Symphony Orchestra kicks off its 2024/2025 season this September—its eleventh with Maestro Yaniv Attar…. This season marks the 10th anniversary of BSO launching its ‘Harmony From Discord’ series—a celebration of music that has survived oppression that strives to bring lost compositions back into the light. Attar, a native of Israel and trained at Juilliard, has watched BSO’s progression with excitement and pride…. Gail Ridenour, BSO’s executive director … who’s been co-principal oboe for nine years, loves the blend of compositions throughout the upcoming season. ‘It combines traditional works by composers like Mozart and Beethoven with contemporary composers creating powerful pieces,’ she says…. ‘The orchestra continues to grow and strive through adventurous programming,’ Attar says with a smile, ‘and our audience recognizes it and loves it!’ ”
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