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Washington State Patrol Boosts HiVE Patrols During Ellensburg Rodeo to Promote Safe Driving
The Washington State Patrol (WSP) District 6 is ramping up their High Visibility Enforcement (HiVE) patrols during one of eastern Washington's major events, the Ellensburg Rodeo. From August 28 to September 2, officers will be out in force to mitigate behaviors behind the wheel that often lead to serious accidents, according to a report published by the WSP. The targeted behaviors are speeding, aggressive driving, distraction from electronic devices, and improper passing.
Chelan County Will Pursue Code Compliance Complaints Against Christian Crosses
Chelan County Sheriff Mke Morrison says his office will be contacting the owners of the Christian cross located on Wenatchee Heights above the city of Wenatchee and another under construction on Tumwater Mountain outside Leavenworth over code compliance violations. Chelan County Community Development Director Deanna Walter has determined the crosses...
Wild Day of Wheeling Planned in Moses Lake
Trucks Gone Wild is coming back to join Moses Lake’s own Sand Scorpions ORV group on Sept. 21 for an annual wheeling event at the Moses Lake Mud Flats and Sand Dunes. It’s the best ORV event of the year, sponsored by Colville Fuels Half-Sun Travel Plaza, with the cooperation of the City of Moses Lake. It’s always an exciting event, and in 2024 it’s going to be more different and exciting than ever.
Health officials issue alert due to suspected toxic algae bloom in Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE - The Grant County Health District has issued a water quality warning for the South Moses Lake area following reports of a suspected blue-green algae (cyanobacteria) bloom. Health officials will conduct water sampling next week to test for potential toxins, with results to be made available on the Grant County Health District website at granthealth.org.
Lake Chelan Health welcomes first twins of 2024
CHELAN — Lake Chelan Health Hospital welcomed its first set of twins for the year on August 26. Eden Aguilar and Aldo Ayala became parents to twin daughters Hanna and Hailey Aguilar Ayala. The twins' early arrival prompted a response from the hospital staff, with a team of six doctors and four OB nurses split into two groups to provide care for each newborn in case resuscitation was needed.
Ski Hill to celebrate end of summer, raise money for ADA restroom facility
LEAVENWORTH – Leavenworth Winter Sports Club (LWSC) is celebrating the end of summer with its third Loos 4 the Lodge event on Sept. 7, from 3:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Proceeds from the event will go towards the Ski Hill Lodge’s ADA Restroom Facility Project, which will offer accessibility, larger capacity during busy events, and covered outdoor patio space. LWSC hopes to raise at least $30,000 at the event.
A Pack of Cougars Caught Drinking Wine in Prosser
WSU Cougs that is! Yes, the crowd was abundant on Saturday afternoon in Prosser for the release of X1 Cougar Wine by Winemaker Flint Nelson. The wine industry is flourishing in the Prosser Valley. The release of the coveted wine award was cause for celebration at both Wit Cellars locations...
Award-wining pianist, raised in Richland, is set to perform at local Benefit Concert
KENNEWICK, Wash.- Internationally recognized award-winning pianist and Richland native Jim-Issac Chua will perform at Grace Clinic's Benefit concert at the Three Rivers Convention Center on Saturday, September 21, at 6 p.m. Proceeds from the benefit concert will go toward funding the Grace Clinic, Tri-Cities' only medical clinic that provides medical,...
‘America’s Sweethearts’ to Perform in Walla Walla
On Nov. 8, join other fans of nostalgic music at Gesa Power House Theatre in Walla Walla for an evening of timeless tunes and dazzling performances by America’s Sweethearts. Sponsored by the Tulalip Tribes, Pacific Power Foundation, Greater Hermiston Community Foundation, WESTAF, and the National Endowment for the Arts, this show will transport you back in time with the swinging sounds of female close-harmony groups.
Alert to Chelan RV Park Visitors Over Rabid Bat
Chelan Douglas Health District is sharing more details on a recent human exposure to a rabid bat in Chelan. A sick bat was found on Saturday, August 24th at the Lake Shore RV Park. The campers collected it and contacted public health. The bat tested positive for rabies. It is...
Vote delayed on Horse Heaven wind energy farm near the Tri-Cities
(The Center Square) – The expected decision on a massive windmill farm near the Tri-Cities did not happen Thursday. One of the seven people allowed to vote as part of Washington state’s Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council, or EFSEC, was unable to attend the meeting and the chair announced the council would not be taking a final vote.
WSU Honored For Broadband Work
Washington State University Extension has been honored for their effort to expand broadband access across the Evergreen state. A team with Extension’s Community and Economic Development unit was recognized this summer by the National Association of Community Development Extension Professionals for their leadership in support of broadband expansion. The ceremony was held during the annual conference hosted by Prairie View A&M University Extension in collaboration with Texas A&M Agrilife Extension in Houston in June.
28th annual Tumbleweed Music Festival returns to Richland over Labor Day weekend
RICHLAND, WA. - Folks looking to stick around the Tri-Cities this Labor Day weekend will have a few family-friendly events to go and enjoy. The biggest in particular is the 28th annual tumbleweeds festival down at Howard Amon Park in Richland. Organizers tell KEPR News the 3-day event will feature...
Tri-City Treasures and Highway Church hosting free back-to-school clothes event
KENNEWICK, Wash. — Tri-City Treasures Thrift Store and the Highway Church of God are hosting a free back-to-school clothing event on Monday, Sept. 2. From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 2715 W. 7th Ave., off of U.S. 395.
Kittitas County Fair Kicks Off in Ellensburg
The Kittitas County Fair got underway Thursday morning. A centuries-long Labor Day weekend tradition, the fair invariably draws thousands of spectators and rodeo enthusiasts. The fairgrounds are located in bucolic Ellensburg, the county seat, at 901 E. Seventh Ave. The Ellensburg Rodeo Grounds are at 1010 E. Eighth St. For...
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