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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. ...
Ben Gregg on why Gonzaga’s ‘brotherhood’ stayed together: 'I don’t think anyone even thought about leaving'
‘None of us wanted to leave. We were like, if we have the same group coming back [and we] get a couple of new guys in, I think we can make a run at it this year,’ Gregg said.
City of Pullman addresses water discoloration and pressure issues after main replacement
The city of Pullman is addressing water issues reported by residents. The city says The Military Hill resurfacing project replaced a water main on Hall Dr. recently. Some residents reported reduced water pressure and impact on their service. Other residents reported water discoloration. The city of Pullman says the discoloration...
Fern Prairie ART FEST Features 9 Artists Aug. 3-4 at Shangri-La Farm
Fern Prairie, WA — The fifth annual Fern Prairie ART FEST is a two-day event connecting local artists and the community on Saturday and Sunday, August 3rd and 4th from 10 am to 4 pm. The ART FEST is staged in the peaceful and tranquil setting of Shangri-La Farm, located 1.5 miles north of Lacamas Lake just outside the city limits of Camas, Washington. A total of 9 artist booths will be featured in the juried show.
BAM Pro Tour heads to the Columbia River
BOARDMAN, Ore. – Once again, the anglers of the BAM Tournament Trail will converge in the Pacific Northwest to compete at the Columbia River and highlight the area’s excellent smallmouth fishery. By Jody Only. On the heels of the recent BAM Pro/Am which launched out of Boardman, the...
ODFW warns dog owners about deadly salmon poisoning after several cases near Newport
SALEM Ore. (KPTV) - After several dogs were sickened from salmon poisoning around Newport, Oregon authorities warned people to keep pets away from dead fish on Thursday. According to the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, salmon and trout carcasses may harbor the bacteria Neorickettsia helminthoeca in their blood which can kill dogs without treatment. The bacteria is transmitted through a parasitic flatworm or “fluke” and can infect a dog after it eats, bites or even licks an infected fish carcass.
Lake Oswego to refer Stevens Meadows ballot measure to voters
After the city of Lake Oswego completed polling showing that local residents have some interest in allowing Clackamas County to encroach upon the protected Stevens Meadows park property to bolster safety on Stafford Road, the City Council voted Tuesday, July 16 to refer the issue to voters. The council voted unanimously to put forth the ballot measure in the November election. If approved, the measure would amend City Charter Chapter X — which voters passed in 2021 to prevent development at city-owned parks — solely...
Fandoms to Unite at 2nd Annual Camas Comic Con Coming Aug. 2
Camas, WA — The second annual Camas Comic Con themed First Friday invites everyone with a love of pop culture to come together for an evening of family friendly photo ops, cosplay, art activities, games and more. Lovers of comics, sci-fi, anime, Disney, Harry Potter, fantasy, and anything else that inspires fandom are all welcome. The event takes place on Friday, August 2nd, from 5 pm-8 pm and is hosted by the Downtown Camas Association (DCA).
New evacuation notices issued for Cold Springs Loop Area, Weston Mountain
UMATILLA COUNTY – New evacuation notices (BE SET and BE READY) evacuation notices have been issued by the Umatilla County Sheriff’s Office for the Cold Springs Loop Area and Weston Mountain. Because of fires near these areas, UCSO Search and Rescue are actively notifying residences to be aware...
Natrona firefighters sent to Oregon 77,000-acre wildfire
CASPER, Wyo. — The Natrona County Fire District is sending two of its firefighters to the Lone Rock Fire in west-central Oregon, according to a press release from the district on Thursday. Fire Captain Darek Pepple and Fire Engineer Darin Pepple will be assigned as division supervisors, with more...
20K Acre Fire Triggers Evacuations in NE Oregon, Threatens 395
The Umatilla County Sheriff's Office held a brief early Thursday morning concerning the Pilot Rock, OR Fire that has consumed at least 20,000 acres and continues to threaten Highway 395 south. The town of Pilot Rock is circled in this UCSO image. Evacuation orders were issued for numerous areas. According...
Tacoma Man Indicted for Alleged Sabotage of Portland-Area Energy Facilities, Accused of Over $100K in Damages
A Tacoma, Washington man is now facing federal charges for his alleged role in damaging two Portland area energy facilities, the Department of Justice reported. Zachary Rosenthal, 33, could potentially spend decades behind bars, with an indictment accusing him of willfully causing harm to vital utility infrastructure. Specifically, on November...
Semi-truck sparks grass fire along I-84, Corbett and Cascade Locks Fire douse flames
MULTNOMAH FALLS, Ore. (KATU) — Corbett and Cascade Locks Fire responded to a grass fire that was started by a semi-truck along I-84 Thursday morning. Crews were able to extinguish both fires and worked to clean up the burned-out semi-trailer. Officials say the incident happened on I-84 in the...
Falls Fire grows near FSR 31, July 17
The Falls Fire continues its growth to the northeast, approaching and spotting over FSR 31, July 17, 2024. Falls Fire grows by nearly 20,000 acres; 'active, erratic' winds expected Thursday. The Falls Fire north of Burns grew significantly Wednesday, jumping nearly 20,000 acres to more than 110,000 acres with 5%...
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