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Fatal CWD Virus Detected in Deer, Again, in WA State
The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (DFW) announced this week the first detection of a fatal virus in deer. According to DFW, Chronic Wasting Disease, or CFW, is caused by a defect in proteins in the brain called prions. According to DFW:. "There is currently no cure for CWD,...
Washington State Considering Killing Gray Wolves After Livestock Deaths
The Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is considering killing wolves after an investigation confirmed the predation of livestock in Stevens County. WDFW reports three calves were killed and four were injured near Colville in late July. The location was in the range of the Dominion pack. Wolves in the...
Here’s Where 12 Big Lots Stores Are Closing in Washington State
Here’s Where 12 Big Lots Stores Are Closing in Washington State. So many retailers are closing these days and sadly a Washington State favorite is closing twelve stores in the PNW. Is Big Lots Closing In Washington State? What Stores Are Closing In WA?. I remember the first time...
Attorney Russell J. Speidel named to Super Lawyers list
WENATCHEE — Russell J. Speidel, an estate planning and probate attorney based in Wenatchee, has been recognized in the 2024 edition of Washington Super Lawyers, marking his continued excellence in the legal field. The prestigious designation, awarded to only five percent of lawyers statewide, highlights Speidel's expertise and standing...
OMIC Welcomes OPEN MIND as New Member
Oregon Manufacturing Innovation Center, Research and Development (OMIC R&D), a collaborative in advanced metals manufacturing technologies, announced that OPEN MIND Technologies has joined its list of members. OPEN MIND, developer of high-performance CAD/CAM software strategies, joins OMIC R&D with a wealth of experience in optimizing CAD/CAM solutions that improve programming...
Fundraiser to help feed Columbia County families
To try and raise funds to support HOPE of Rainier and Turning Point Community Service Center in Clatskanie, the two organizations are hosting a “Picnic in the Park” fundraiser this weekend at Clatskanie City Park. Turning Point and HOPE of Rainier are both organizations that aim to battle food scarcity in Rainier and Clatskanie and provide other services to people who struggle to meet everyday needs. Kelly Miller, the Executive Director for both organizations, explained what the funds raised during the event will go to. ...
Feds intercept suitcases full of heroin, meth and cocaine on bus arriving in Portland
Federal agents intercepted a sizable stash of cocaine, heroin and methamphetamine that one man is accused of transporting in two suitcases aboard a bus from California that stopped in Portland this week. Juan Pena-Neva, 44, was arraigned Wednesday in federal court on allegations of possessing with intent to distribute the...
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