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Fire crews put out fire in Toppenish, council member fed up with property maitenence
TOPPENISH, WA-- Fire-fighters are working to figure out what started a brush fire in Toppenish on Monday evening in a spot a city council member tells us is problematic. Both city and county fire crews were on the scene and even people who live nearby were helping put out the flames along linden street.
Crews contain 500-acre wildland fire burning near Ephrata and Soap Lake
EPHRATA – A massive fire spanning 500 acres has been contained near Soap Lake and Ephrata, causing significant concern among residents and local authorities. The fire, which began this evening, was burning land south on both sides of State Route 17 (SR 17) near the SR 17/SR 282 interchange, east of the Ephrata Municipal Airport. The fire was initially called in at 6:02 p.m.
HEART's Royal Flush Tour postponing concert at Spokane Arena following Ann Wilson cancer diagnosis
SPOKANE, Wash. — Ann Wilson, the lead singer of the band Heart, recently announced that she was diagnosed with cancer. As a result of Wilson's cancer diagnosis, the band is postponing its Royal Flush Tour, including its scheduled performance at the Spokane Arena on December 5, 2024. In a...
Managing bear encounters in the East Cascades
When conflicts emerge in the town of Leavenworth between humans and the black bears that share the Upper Valley, Rich Beausoleil is the Washington Fish and Wildlife officer likely to respond. Rich and his Karelian bear dog Milo help to trap or lethally remove problem bears throughout the state. But as Rich told NCWLIFE, a better solution is for humans to avoid tempting bears with garbage and easy food opportunities in the first place.
Amazon-Linked Development Companies Want To Build Distribution Warehouse Between Pullman & Moscow
Amazon-linked development companies have filed an application to build a distribution warehouse off the Moscow-Pullman Highway. “Project Cougar” is being proposed by Ambrose Property Group and Kimley-Horn. The companies have built distribution centers for Amazon around the country. The application to Whitman County doesn’t include any reference to the online retail giant based out of Seattle.
Sports world reacts to amazing Russell Wilson news
Russell Wilson and the Seattle Seahawks appear to still be on good terms. The Seahawks offered a very kind gesture towards the franchise’s all-time passing leader: A throwback jersey. Wilson emerged on Tuesday and revealed the team had sent him a throwback version of the iconic Wilson jersey. “Forever...
Moses Lake School District to sell two properties amid financial crisis
(The Center Square) – The Moses Lake School District plans to sell two surplus properties as it scraps together all the money it can amid a financial crisis that has put more than 200 people out of work. The district’s board of directors announced its intent to sell during Thursday’s meeting, issuing a press release afterward […]
Suds 'N Sun by the lake
Jul. 2—SOAP LAKE — A three-on-three tournament on the new basketball court, a car show, the Seattle Cossacks motorcycle drill team, a parade, the second annual Soap Box Derby and fireworks are among the attractions at the annual Suds 'N Sun celebration in Soap Lake Saturday. It's sponsored by the Soap Lake Chamber of Commerce. The drivers will line up at 9 a.m. on East Main Street for the ...
Spokane: ‘Officers will respond to illegal camping complaints as able and warranted’
(The Center Square) – The U.S. Supreme Court’s overturning of Martin v. Boise on Friday set up Spokane to finally enforce its voter-approved camping ban, although not much has changed in the days since that decision. The Grants Pass v. Johnson ruling reverses the precedent that prohibited cities from enforcing anti-camping ordinances if they lack enough shelter beds for their homeless population. The landmark decision set the stage for municipalities nationwide to begin prosecuting illegal camping. ...
Case Against Pullman Stabbing Suspect Quickly Elevated To Attempted Murder
The case against the 38 year old Pullman man accused of stabbing a Moscow man was quickly elevated to attempted murder. Cesar Marmolejos made his first appearance in Whitman County Superior Court on Tuesday morning after being initially arrested for 1st degree felony assault with deadly weapon. Shortly before the hearing the Pullman Police Department sent an amended probable cause affidavit to the Whitman County Prosecutor’s Office for attempted 2nd degree murder.
Wilson Creek School District Transitions to a Four-Day School Week
WILSON CREEK — In an exciting development for the Wilson Creek School District, the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) has officially approved the district's transition to a four-day school week for the upcoming 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 academic years. The decision to shift to a four-day week is...
State auditor reports finding for TC fire district
The state Auditor’s Office says a Tri-Cities area fire district didn’t have adequate controls in place to ensure its financial reporting was complete and accurate. The auditor’s office reviewed Benton Fire District 4’s finances from 2020-22 and issued the finding in a report released in late June. Auditors said the fire district, which covers more than 50 square miles in and around West Richland, didn’t have a process for an independent staff or board member to review finances, including adjustments.
List of 4th of July Events in Yakima Valley
Whether you're taking some extended vacation time off this week or not, there's some fun activities in the Yakima Valley worth checking out this 4th of July. I, for one, am planning on taking my daughter out to a baseball game this week to see the Pippins take on the Cowlitz Black Bears. I'm thinking about inviting some friends to come and bring their families, too, so that it will feel like a big party in the bleachers.
Local Couple Opens Modern Laundromat In Deer Park
Deer Park native Jake Duenich and his wife Katie, have turned a neglected building into a state-of-the-art laundromat with the goal of offering the cleanest laundry facilities in town. 123Laurndry is now open just across the street from the Post Office. Born and raised in the Deer Park area, Jake...
Joey & Lauren Move In Spokane To KZZU
Joey & Lauren take the place of 30 year hosts Dave Sposito, Ken Hopkins and Molly Allen, who were let go from the station in June. Joey and Lauren have been heard on KEZE since January 2023. Hosted by Joey & Lauren Jenkins, the married couple have been hosting mornings at Iliad Hot AC “My 102.7” KZMG since July 2018. Joey Jenkins previously served as PD/afternoon co-host at Sports “99.1 ESPN Boise” K256CZ for Iliad, while Lauren was a newcomer to radio at the time of the show’s launch.
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