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Free performances every Friday though August at St. Maries City Park
Spokane, Wash. – Music has a unique ability to bridge divides, create social connections and promote understanding among people from all walks of life. This year, in recognition of its 50th Anniversary theme of “Celebrating Community,” Innovia Foundation is investing in free and low-cost events and opportunities that bring people together. As part of this investment, Innovia is proud to sponsor the St. Maries Summer Sunset Concert Series, an annual celebration organized by the St. Maries Chamber of Commerce that brings community together around the shared power of music.
Nick Brown picks up Attorney General race endorsement from Spokane Democratic Party
SPOKANE, Wash. – Governor Jay Inslee’s former General Counsel Nick Brown picked up an endorsement from the Spokane County Democratic Party. Brown announced the endorsement via social media on Friday. “I am honored to announce that I have received the endorsement of the Spokane County Democrats! Your dedication...
Gonzaga's Anton Watson, Steele Venters earn honor for hard work in the classroom
SPOKANE, Wash. — Even though Anton Watson's time at Gonzaga has passed and Steele Venters was unable to play last year due to injury, the Zag duo earned an honor for their efforts in the classroom. Today, Watson and Venters were named to the National Association of Basketball Coaches...
Julia Camillucci Joins Women’s Rowing
SPOKANE, Wash. – Women's rowing head coach Andrew Derrick has announced Julia Camillucci as an assistant coach. "I am excited to welcome Julia," Derrick said. "We had a great candidate pool, but her excitement over the trajectory our program was clear from our first interactions. I know our student-athletes are going to love working with her and she is going to impart that energy onto them and into their training. She is a great fit for this role, and we are all looking forward to working with her as she brings her strengths and experience to being a Zag!" Camillucci...
Longtime Moses Lake Martin Luther King Jr. Committee President Charlie Jones Passes Away
MOSES LAKE - Longtime Moses Lake Martin Luther King Jr. Committee President Charlie Jones has died. The esteemed and respected leader in the Moses Lake community was 70 years old. Jones passed away on July 10 from natural causes stemming from cardiovascular issues, according to the Grant County Coroner. Jones...
North Valley Hospital honored for ‘Quality Excellence’ by WSHA
TONASKET – North Valley Hospital has been selected as one of 13 hospitals honored by the Washington State Hospital Association (WSHA) for the Critical Access Hospital Achievement of Quality Excellence program. “This prestigious recognition underscores our unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional healthcare services and improving patient outcomes,” John McReynolds,...
Red Flag Warning for Yakima & Lower Columbia Basin
YAKIMA- A red flag warning was issued for lower Columbia basin of Oregon, Kittitas valley, lower Columbia basin, Yakama alpine district, east Washington and the south central cascade mountains on July 16th. The red flag warning remains in effect from 11 pm July 16th to 5 pm PDT Wednesday, July...
Fundraiser started to raise money for purchase of prosthetic leg for Quincy firefighter
QUINCY - The community is coming together to support one of their own, 18-year-old Ben Belino of Ephrata, in his quest to fulfill his dreams of serving others. A GoFundMe campaign has been started to help raise money for a specialized prosthetic leg and other equipment necessary for his work as a firefighter.
The Black Crows are coming to Wenatchee. On a Friday!
I love live music. I don't get to see much live music anymore. I used to go almost on a weekly basis. Having to get up as early as I do for the morning show on The Quake 102.1 means. (I don't get to stay up late on a school night.)
Evacuations dropped for wildfire in Grant County
GRANT COUNTY, Wash. – The Grant County Sheriff’s Office issued evacuation orders for areas around Electric City Tuesday due to a wildfire. According to the Sheriff’s Office, people should be ready to leave immediately. “Level 2 Evacuation notice from Sunny Drive to 5th St north of Electric...
Yakima and Sunnyside councils choose new city managers on same night
YAKIMA COUNTY, WA-- Since removing their previous city managers at the beginning of 2024, Yakima and Sunnyside city councils have walked along similar paths when it comes to searching for a new one. Both meeting with their candidates in July and waiting until this week to announce their picks. Between...
Report: New Amazon warehouse in Pasco now hiring
PASCO - Amazon Inc. is ramping up its hiring efforts in Pasco, with a flurry of activity at its massive warehouse facilities on South Road 40 East. The Seattle-based e-commerce giant, which began constructing two large warehouses in 2021, is now actively recruiting warehouse associates to meet its operational needs.
Updated Confluence Parkway Project design keeps Denny’s & The Igloo | Phase 1 to break ground spring of 2025
WENATCHEE — During an open house last night, the City of Wenatchee shared updated design plans for the Confluence Parkway Project and says Phase 1 is scheduled to break ground next spring. Updated designs for the roughly $134 million parkway and bridge project will spare both Denny’s and The...
Retail Center, Eyecare Facility Coming to Kennewick’s Vista Field
The City of Kennewick and Port of Kennewick announced recently more development coming to the renovated Vista Field area. The Port says a new eyecare facility is planned, according to their release:. "During its July 9, 2024, regular meeting, the Port of Kennewick Board of Commissioners received and unanimously approved...
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