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IDFG trapping sockeye at Lower Granite Dam to protect population as heat waves continue
BOISE, Idaho — Triple-digit temperatures have been felt by Idahoans in the Gem State, but they aren't the only ones feeling the effects. The Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG), reported they're trapping sockeye salmon to protect future generations. IDFG officials said on Friday they are trapping sockeye...
Moses Lake Man Gets 5 Years for Drug Debt Car Arson
The US Attorney's Office for Eastern WA announced Thursday, David Alexander Maybee of Moses Lake will also get 3 years probation for his role in a car arson. He pleaded guilty to Malicious Destruction of Property by Fire, relating to setting a car on fire. According to the US Attorney's Office:
Introducing Be Well Washington: Fostering Health and Wellness
The Washington State Department of Health is encouraging everyone to live their BEST life. They've launched 'BE WELL WA,' an initiative designed to help all Washingtonians achieve a well-rounded, healthy lifestyle. "We want individuals to reimagine what wellness looks like,” said Umair A. Shah, MD, MPH, Secretary of Health. “Often...
Here's how the global outage is impacting western Washington
SEATTLE — A global technology outage caused by a faulty software update grounded flights, knocked media outlets offline and disrupted hospitals, small businesses and government offices on Friday, highlighting the fragility of a digitized world dependent on just a handful of providers. The trouble with the update issued by...
Vino you want to: Attend the annual Auction of Washington Wines and Winemaker Picnic
On Aug. 9, the expansive grounds of Chateau Ste. Michelle will be transformed into a wine and culinary utopia as it hosts the ever-popular Winemaker Picnic & Barrel Auction. The event brings together the best of Washington’s wine industry, offering a perfect setting to meet winemakers, sample some of Washington's finest wines (over 100 to choose from), and enjoy Pacific Northwest bites from top local chefs.
Unified Fix Our Ferries citizen movement sets sail
Ferry-served communities band together for legislative action. Vashon Island, Washington—The Fix Our Ferries citizen action movement has grown to four communities that extend the length and breadth of the Washington State Ferries system, from the San Juan Islands to Vashon Island. Representative groups from the communities have signed a get-it-done letter to the Governor and the Legislature, pressing for immediate steps to relieve the years-long ferry crisis during the 2025 budget session.
Trail vandalism in Spokane, WA: A greased rock leaves a mountain biker injured
The city of Spokane, WA, has been investing millions of dollars to revitalize its popular Beacon Hill trail system. Even though the local municipality is actively working to support and expand the trail system, some locals are apparently unhappy with the ongoing trail developments. 4 News Now reports that some...
Newhouse, Sessler, Smiley participate in Yakima forum
YAKIMA- Jarrod Sessler, Dan Newhouse, and Tiffany Smiley came together for a forum held by the Yakima Women Republicans Club. The forum started out heated, with candidates directing comments directly at each other. After the moderator politely asked them to answer the questions they had been asked, the room cooled down.
FBI Issues Jugging Warning: The 2 Minute Video Every Idahoan Needs to See
Are you a creature of habit? Some of us just function better when we stick to a routine as closely as possible. Unfortunately, your daily routine can make you a target for a serious crime that the FBI has nicknamed “jugging.”. The FBI recently said that they and their...
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