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Wenatchee Pet of the Week “Doug” Was a Stray but He Needs a Furever Home
Meet sweet 7-year-old Doug, a little bundle of joy who thrives on human company and adores cuddling up with his favorite people. Doug arrived at Wenatchee Valley Humane Society (WVHS) as a stray with a story that would touch your heart. Despite being hard of hearing and slightly blind, Doug is always all smiles when he's among friends.
Pasco Aquatic Center gets a “wow factor”
PASCO, Wash. – The new $37.4 million Pasco Aquatic Center is approved and is now in the design and construction phase. “We expect groundbreaking to happen later this fall and in probably November or December time frame,” Executive Director of Pasco Public Facilities District Matt Watkins said. “We’re expecting to hopefully open it in April of 2026. So it’s a fairly aggressive time from groundbreaking to actual opening the facility in a little over a year.”
Ellensburg Climbers Set New Speed Record for Scaling Washington's Five Tallest Volcanoes
Two climbers from Ellensburg have set a new speed record for summiting Washington's five tallest Cascade Range volcanoes. Nick Burson and Marc McPherson, experienced climbing partners, completed the feat in 3 days, 23 hours, and 44 minutes, significantly faster than the previous record set in 2021. Starting at around 10...
Cashmere law firm hosts free watch party to cheer on Hailey Van Lith at the Olympics
WENATCHEE — Gatens Green Weidenbach PLLC, a Cashmere law firm, is hosting a free watch party to cheer on former Cashmere basketball star Hailey Van Lith as she plays for the USA Olympic team in the 3x3 women’s basketball competition. Van Lith graduated from Cashmere High School and...
A Washington Iconic Bridge Marks Its 70th Anniversary
Today, 7/30/24, marks the 70th anniversary of an iconic symbol of the Tri-Cities. Created on July 30th, 1954, The Pioneer Memorial Bridge has stood the test of time and is now getting a facelift. The Pioneer Memorial Bridge, better known as the Blue Bridge, has played a significant role in the Tri-Cities area, connecting Pasco, Kennewick, and Richland since its opening. Here are some highlights from its history:
Lower Granite Fire Consumes 2,000 Acres and Destroys One Structure in Garfield County
POMEROY - The Lower Granite Fire, formerly the Dan Fire, broke out in Garfield County, north of Pomeroy, at around 11:30 a.m. on Monday. The blaze grew quickly due to strong winds, pushing smoke and ash into the Moscow and Pullman areas. By Monday evening, the fire had reportedly torched about 2,000 acres as it continued to push east into the Snake River Canyon on the Garfield County side. It burned in the canyon across the river from Wawawai Landing and Granite Point in Whitman County.
Leavenworth swim team wraps up another successful season at league champs meet
WENATCHEE – Under bright blue skies at the Wenatchee City Pool on Saturday, July 27, the Wenatchee Valley Summer Swim League’s (WVSSL) season culminated with its annual championships. Six hundred racers, aged 6-18, from Leavenworth, Ephrata, Wenatchee, Quincy, Waterville, East Wenatchee, and Cashmere took to the starting blocks with hopes of ribbons, personal records, and fun.
'Power Rangers' actor accused of pushing elderly man to the ground in Idaho parking lot
NAMPA, Idaho — Nampa Police are looking for a man accused of shoving an elderly man to the ground after an argument in a parking lot. The suspect is an actor known for his role as a 'Power Ranger' - a live-action superhero kid's show. 35-year-old Hector David Rivera...
Swawilla Fire Reaches 47,190 Acres, 45% Contained as Fire Crews Intensify Efforts
KELLER — A wildfire threatening the town of Keller has now grown to 47,190 acres and is 45% contained, according to fire officials. The significant size of the blaze has prompted intensive firefighting efforts, including a critical back burn operation on the north side of Mt. Tolman to prevent further encroachment toward the town.
Climate credit applications available to Washingtonians
Jul. 30—OLYMPIA — Up to 675,000 households will receive a $200 credit on utility bills due to $150 million funding from Washington's Climate Commitment Act. According to Gov. Jay Inslee, this funding aims to reduce health risks from climate change and lower electricity costs for low and medium-income households. "One of the best kinds of smiles is when I meet these people and they say their ...
Northern lights predicted in northern U.S. this week, but clouds may obscure in Washington
The aurora borealis, or northern lights, may show up in the sky Tuesday due to increased solar activities, though it may be cloudy around Kitsap when that happens. A strong solar flare — an eruption of energy from the Sun — on Sunday led to at least four coronal mass ejections, or CMEs,...
What’s the cost if WA voters erase capital gains tax, end cap-and-trade?
A pair of new reports outline financial consequences if voters approve ballot measures this fall repealing Washington’s capital gains tax and scrapping its cap-and-trade program. Passing the initiatives will dry up significant streams of revenue the state government is counting on for programs ranging from child care and early learning to electric vehicles and clean […]
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