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Fishermen, Salmon Changes on Columbia River Hanford Reach Area
According to the Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife, there are fishing changes on the Columbia near the Hanford Reach. "Changes year from 2023 to 2024 for Columbia River from Interstate-182 Bridge at Richland upstream to 650 feet below Priest Rapids Dam. Action: Closes retention of adult Chinook salmon...
'Unimaginable loss': Family mourns after shooting of Eastern Washington middle school student
A 13-year-old Richland student is being remembered for his resilience, kindness and optimism after his sudden death in a Texas shooting. Anthony "Tony" Lopez had overcome a childhood marked by many challenges and was on a path of positivity and hope, his mother, Monica Medina said in a GoFundMe post.
Pasco’s the Place for a Grand Old Fourth of July!
There has been an Independence Day celebration in the City of Pasco for more than six decades. It all began in the 1970s when the Pasco Chamber of Commerce put on a fireworks show at Edgar Brown Stadium. Over the years, the Independence Day celebration has changed and evolved to the multi-day event the city sponsors today.
Watch a movie under the stars
MILTON-FREEWATER — With only around 300 drive-in movie theaters left in the United States, and just four in Oregon, the Milton-Freewater outdoor big screen is open for the season. The Spiess family has owned the M-F Drive-In Theater since 1961 and they encourage everyone to bring their family and...
Cooling center set to open in Walla Walla
WALLA WALLA – (News release from the Walla Walla County Department of Community Health) The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for Walla Walla County and surrounding areas beginning Friday, July 5, 2024, and continuing through 10:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 9, 2024. Dangerously hot conditions, including triple digit temperatures with little overnight relief are.
Ione Offers Family-Friendly Fourth of July
Escape the city and head to Ione, Ore., for a small-town celebration this Fourth of July. The day starts with a 5K Fun Run/Walk at 7 a.m. and a hearty Fireman’s Breakfast from 7 to 10. A parade will start at 1 p.m., and other events throughout the day include bingo, a car show, a fish pond, and a talent show at 4:30, open to everyone.
Oregon’s Morrow County Fair is Free for Everyone
For 111 years, Morrow County has held one of the best small-town fairs in Oregon, along with the Oregon Trail Pro Rodeo. This year, it’ll run Aug. 14-17 at the fairgrounds in Heppner. The 2024 theme is “Admiration for Generations.” Thanks to generous sponsors and the Fair Board, admission...
Corbett’s Donna Clark wins gold at Powerlifting Nationals, claims another Oregon record
A Columbia River Gorge powerlifter, who competes for Team USA and holds a world record, just added another gold medal to her ever-growing trophy case. Donna Clark won the deadlift at the United States Powerlifting Association’s Nationals last week, June 24-30, in Las Vegas. She hoisted 408 pounds, which was shy of her personal best but enough to secure the victory. Clark also broke her personal best and set an Oregon record in the back squat with 308.6 pounds. ...
Biggest firework day of the year
Tri-Cities, WA- Fireworks will certainly be lighting up our sky tomorrow night, and there are a million varieties to choose from. Firework stands can be found all over the Tri-Cities where they're legal, however, if you're looking to set off aerial fireworks, West Richland is the place to go. From...
Ellensburg Officials Look to Seize Ownership of Drug House Near School, Church
US Attorneys for Eastern WA announced Tuesday, July 3 they're seeking forfeiture of a home in Ellensburg they say is a magnet for crime. According to the US Attorney's Office the home was purchased in 2011 by a woman named June Green. Authorities became familiar with the home around 2014...
Wed 9 AM | Formerly homeless people weigh in on Grants Pass decision
The U.S. Supreme Court decision in Grants Pass v. Johnson will make it easier for cities to move homeless people along, and penalize them when they don't move. Further details have to be worked out in the courts, but that's the basic effect. The ruling provides relief to cities and...
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