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Kent implements roundabout project on Reith Road to enhance traffic safety, road closures until September
Kent, Washington – Beginning July 9, Kent residents and commuters will have to plan for detours since the construction of new roundabouts will cause significant portion of Reith Road to be closed until September 1. As stated by the Public Works Department of the city, the closing will impact the length between Lake Fenwick Road and South 253rd Street.
Glacier Aviation’s President Offers Exclusive FBO Deal for NHRA Northwest Nationals Racers
Mike Thielen, president of Glacier Aviation and a racer, offers a special deal to fellow racers attending the NHRA Northwest Nationals at Pacific Raceways in Kent, Washington from July 19-21, 2024. Thielen will waive overnight, parking, and ramp fees if racers purchase fuel from Glacier Aviation, located 50 minutes from the track in Olympia.
How many veterans will sleep on the street this Fourth of July?
OLYMPIA, Wash. – The United States has been in three major wars in the last fifty years, resulting in the US being home to about 18 million veterans. This Fourth of July, thousands of those vets will sleep on the street. About 4% of veterans were homeless or experienced...
Man arrested in Seattle after carjacking, pursuit, multiple crashes
SEATTLE - A pursuit of a stolen and then carjacked vehicle led to multiple crashes and the arrest of two suspects, according to the King County Sheriff’s Office. The incident began when Black Diamond Police attempted to stop the reported stolen vehicle, only for the driver to elude officers. King County Sheriff’s helicopter, Guardian 1, later spotted the vehicle in Covington.
Possible measles exposure at multiple locations in King County
Public Health – Seattle & King County is investigating a confirmed measles case in an adult with recent international travel. The individual was at multiple locations in Bellevue, Seattle, and Woodinville while infectious, before being diagnosed with measles. Anyone who was at these locations during the time span when the individual was there on June 27th through July 2nd may have been exposed to measles.
Seeing hazy skies? Seattle area's air quality among worst in US
SEATTLE — People in western Washington are waking up to hazy skies the morning after Fourth of July, and the Seattle area's air quality is among the worst of major U.S. cities Friday, according to IQ Air. The diminished air quality comes as western Washington is set to be...
VOTE: How do you plan to beat the heat this weekend?
SEATTLE — A few weather features will join forces to create a long-lasting heat wave in the Pacific Northwest beginning Friday. Records are likely to fall, especially on Sunday, as the peak of the heat carries Seattle into the low to middle 90s, and outlying areas like Issaquah, Enumclaw and Lacey into the upper 90s to nearly 100 degrees. A heat advisory was issued for western Washington from noon Friday until 10 p.m. Monday.
VIDEO: Area residents read the Declaration of Independence
EDITOR’S NOTE: This video was first published on our sister site The B-Town Blog on July 4, 2010, but we love it so much we thought it was worth a rerun on this national holiday:. Out of the red, white and blue, it occurred to us that our third...
Rope rescue for man who rolled ATV | Fire blotter
The Valley Regional Fire Authority responded to 294 calls for service between June 24 and June 30, among them the following:. Commercial fire: 1:43 p.m. (Auburn). Firefighters helped neighboring fire agencies with a confirmed fire at a two-story apartment building. Initial crews arrived to find heavy fire conditions and multiple occupants evacuating. Firefighters worked aggressively to combat the fire and minimize damage to surrounding units. VRFA units assisted in command operations, ventilation control, and searching for potential occupants. One pet perished in the fire, and several civilians were transported to a local hospital for smoke inhalation.
Emerald Downs: July 3rd Spectacular! Whiskeyjack “explodes” down the stretch to win Feature
(Auburn, WA) More than 9,000 fans packed Emerald Downs on Wednesday night for the annual 3rd of July Fireworks Spectacular. Racing began at 5pm and had 8 races on the card and the public showed up to do more than just watch Fireworks as they also wagered $1,206,648, second only to the 1.3m bet on Father’s Day.
Ferguson and Reichert hit the campaign trail on Independence Day
OLYMPIA, Wash. – For most people, the Fourth of July is a day off. For candidates for public office, it’s an opportunity to connect with voters with democracy on their minds. Washington's gubernatorial candidates made their way to Independence Day celebrations to do just that. Attorney General Bob...
Can Homeless People Be Fined for Sleeping Outside in Washington State?
Can Homeless People Be Fined For Sleeping Outside In Washington State?. Homelessness is a complex issue that affects communities across the United States, and Washington State is no exception. One common question that arises when discussing homelessness is whether or not homeless individuals can be fined for sleeping outside. AP...
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