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Two Weeks Left to Fill Out Survey on Everett’s 5-year Consolidated Plan
The City of Everett is conducting outreach to gain input on priorities and needs for their 5-year Consolidated Plan. The question Everett is posing to you basically boils down to:. “If you had a million dollars to help your community, how would you spend it?”. Needs could be based on...
Edmonds Sand Sculpture contest gets underway July 19
An annual summer tradition, the Edmonds Sand Sculpture contest is scheduled for Friday, July 19 at Brackett’s Beach, just south of the Edmonds-Kingston ferry terminal. Check-in at the Edmonds Waterfront Center Wedding Circle, just outside the Waterfront Center at 220 Railroad Ave. Registration opens at 11 a.m. and judging starts at 1 p.m. Bucket awards are presented at 2:30 p.m.
South Tacoma Historic Property Walking Tour on July 18
TACOMA, Wash. – Community members are invited to join staff from the City’s Historic Preservation Program on a walking tour highlighting the history of the South Tacoma Way Mixed-Use Center on July 18. The walking tour will include a presentation of the historic property survey findings for the South Tacoma Way Mixed-Use Center and will usher in the conclusion of that project, which began in September 2023.
New evacuations issued as Pioneer Fire expands to nearly 19,000 acres
The Chelan County Sheriff's Office has issued a Level 1 Evacuation Advisory for the Stehekin area due to the ongoing Pioneer Fire, which is burning in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest near Lake Chelan. The advisory affects the region up Lake from Hazard Creek to the High Bridge Ranger Station. Spanning 18,731 acres and located 31 miles northwest of Chelan, the fire is currently 14% contained.
Thunder in the Valley was literally lights out Saturday night.
They had some electrical problems with the lights but still got some racing in Saturday at Wenatchee Valley’s Super Oval…. Ephrata’s Bart Hector, Jr. took first place in the Rockstar Energy B-Mod Ted Mitchell Showdown. Hayden, Idaho’s Jeff Bird was second followed by Quincy’s Glenn Knutson.
Renton Man Suspected of Vehicular Assault in Multi-Car Crash on State Route 900, Four Injured
A serious five-vehicle collision disrupted traffic and ignited a roadside fire on State Route 900 in Renton this past Sunday. KIRO 7 reports that four individuals were injured in the crash, including one in serious condition. Eastside Fire & Rescue responded to the scene near SE May Valley Road after one of the cars burst into flames, resulting in a brush fire.
Teens in car intentionally strike boy riding bike in Bellevue
BELLEVUE, Wash. - Police are investigating after a car 'deliberately' struck a boy on a bicycle in Bellevue Saturday night. The Bellevue Police Department (BPD) confirmed with FOX 13 that at around 8:22 p.m., a car full of juveniles intentionally crashed into the 13-year-old victim. Authorities say the incident happened on Lake Washington Blvd. NE near Clyde Beach Park.
4 hospitalized after suspected drunk driver causes crash on Highway 106
Three members of a Federal Way family were sent to the hospital on Sunday night after a collision with a drunk driver along the south shore of Hood Canal. The family was driving east on Highway 106 south of Belfair with two adults, a 10-year-old, 16-year-old and 18-year-old in the car, when a 2021 Mazda CX 30 driving the opposite direction crossed over the center line and struck their 2014 Lexus GX460 near milepost 13 at 7:26 p.m., reported the Washington State Patrol. Both cars were totaled and came to rest in the middle of the road.
Pallets of countertop materials burn in fire at Tacoma business
TACOMA, Wash. - Fire crews were busy from the crack of dawn Sunday morning. Another massive response happened nearby the railway in Tacoma, prompting dozens of firefighters to the area. This is the second major fire Tacoma firefighters have battled Sunday. The first being the vacant structure on Dock Street...
One-Year-Old cat With Life-Threatening Postpartum Complications Receives Critical Care at Local Humane Society
On July 8, a 1-year-old female cat was brought to the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County after being discovered by a community member near an apartment complex dumpster. The cat, now named Marzipan, was lethargic and unable to move, suffering from severe mastitis, a painful infection of the mammary glands that can lead to life-threatening sepsis.
WWU Police investigating pair of on-campus burglaries
BELLINGHAM, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – University Police are investigating a pair of weekend burglaries on Western’s campus. The school said in an email to students and staff that two separate incidents were reported on the morning of Monday, July 15. Employees at a childcare center for students say someone...
BUFC Wins 4-3 Against Morelia de Skagit in Exciting EPLWA Regular Season Finale
Bellingham United Football Club (BUFC) finished their EPLWA regular season with a thrilling 4-3 victory over Morelia de Skagit (Morelia) at Sedro-Wooley High School. The game was intense, with both teams making strategic changes to gain the upper hand. BUFC started strong, leading 3-0, but Morelia didn't give up. Tactical...
Major Grocers Announce Which 124 WA Stores Will Be Sold Off
Kroger and Albertsons, have been working on a merger since September of 2023. A long list of stores and distribution centers that will be sold was announced for the first time. A large number are located throughout the state of Washington. The new agreement by the two chains is meant...
Leslie Lewallen on the race for Washington’s 3rd District
The Washington state primary is on August 6 this year and all eyes will be on Congressional District 3. The district spans southwest Washington, including Clark, Lewis and Cowlitz counties, home to cities including Vancouver, Camas, Washougal and Battle Ground. It's also a swing district, voting for Donald Trump in 2020 by about a 4% margin.
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