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Spokane County affordable housing proving unaffordable for providers
(The Center Square) – With providers unable to pay their bills under current insurance rates and increased costs, Spokane County is considering forgiving almost $2.3 million in affordable housing debts. The Spokane County Board of County Commissioners discussed writing off the unpaid debt and reducing the interest rates on other loans to 0% during Tuesday’s briefing session. However, the county is also considering whether to allow the providers to continue despite the lack the payments. ...
Washington Paraolympian serving as role model for wheelchair athletes back home
PARIS, France- Susanna Scaroni is the definition of speed. “I remember some of the first major marathons were people we’re saying Susanna,” Scaroni said. Scaroni, a Tekoa, Washington native, has her eyes on gold this Olympics, but the road to the Olympics started in the Pacific Northwest. “There...
Chelan’s Pioneer Fire doubles in acreage again
The Pioneer Fire on Lake Chelan doubled again this past week as temperatures in the 90s and 100s persisted, with extremely low humidity even overnight. The fire had grown to 20,348 acres as of Tuesday (July 16). Fire crews have been concentrating on protecting homes and other structures along the...
Dozens of invasive Japanese beetles caught in the Tri-Cities area
OLYMPIA, Wash – The Washington State Department of Agriculture is asking residents in the Tri-Cities to report Japanese beetle sightings after already catching 38 beetles this summer. That is seven times more beetles than last summer when the WSDA caught five in Pasco. They are an invasive species and pose a threat to local agricultural communities.
This Nonprofit Gives Free Laptops To K-12 Kids In ID, UT, OR, & WA…No Strings Attached
CFK: bridging the digital gap for kids in ID, UT, WA & OR. Wouldn't it be amazing if every kid had the laptop they needed for school regardless of their family's income? Computers for Kids sure thinks so! Computers for Kids, Inc. (CFK) is a Pacific Northwest nonprofit based in Boise bridging the digital gap for kids in Idaho, Utah Washington, and Oregon.
Spokane and Coeur d'Alene forecast
Heat Advisory to Excessive Heat Warning over the weekend. Sunny and 98 today. 100+ through Monday. Low 90s for Tuesday and Wednesday for a 20 day run of hot weather, a new record. COPYRIGHT 2024 BY KXLY. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THIS MATERIAL MAY NOT BE PUBLISHED, BROADCAST, REWRITTEN OR REDISTRIBUTED.
Even more super affordable deals for when you're hungry or thirsty but your wallet's running a little low
Finding good deals doesn't have to be difficult. Next time you're hungry or thirsty, and your budget isn't unlimited, consider these tasty bargains at eateries across the Inland Northwest. Many of the following are offered only during happy hour, while others pop up on specific days of the week, or are seasonal discounts current as of this issue's press time.
Today's Headlines: July 18, 2024
WA GOP Senate candidate embarks on fentanyl awareness walk. Candidates for elected office sometimes take to the road to go out and reach voters. But usually they ride in vehicles to get from place to place. Republican U-S Senate candidate Raul Garcia is on foot this week to bring attention...
Confluence Parkway Project Updated – Restaurant, Bar Will Stay
Plans are moving forward with Phase 1 of the Confluence Parkway Project in Wenatchee. An public update on the project was presented this week during an open house at the city coucil chambers. Roadway improvement will start at the intersection of North Miller Street and Wenatchee Avenue, where there will...
Spokane may prop up scattered-site homeless shelter model as soon as Aug. 1
(The Center Square) – The mayor of Spokane’s proposal for a scattered-site homeless shelter model and a housing navigation center is moving toward fruition, with an intended project start date of Aug. 1. On Monday, the city council’s Public Infrastructure, Environment and Sustainability Committee briefly discussed the idea of a navigation center and potential providers. The city previously issued a Request for Proposals and is now moving toward awarding the contract. ...
Catholic Charities expands affordable housing, aiding central Washington families
Columbia Basin, Wash. — Struggling to find affordable housing? Catholic Charities Housing Services is stepping in by building rental properties and offering equity programs to help families in central Washington secure a home. Stable housing is one of the most critical needs facing families today. With the shortage of...
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