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Illegal motorboat wakes capsize three Portland dragon boats in less than a week
PORTLAND, Oregon — Dragon boat paddlers who practice and race on the Willamette River are asking for authorities to crack down on boaters behaving badly. Their frustration arises from two recent incidents involving speedboats in no-wake zones that sent some paddlers into the water. “What they're doing now is...
Even with projected hot weather, 13 Nights is still a go Thursday evening
It promises to be a toasty evening at McCormick Park in St. Helens as The Sweetwater Band performs from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1, during 13 Nights on the River. With temperatures approaching 100 degrees, bring plenty of water and enjoy this band, which bills itself “The Northwest’s Premier Live Entertainment Band.” The group plays songs you remember from days past, inspired by rock & roll, old...
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...
Washington, Guess the Fine: Driving 100+ on I-5 with No Insurance
How much do you think the ticket cost this Washington State driver last week?. Washington State Patrol Writes Big Ticket to Uninsured Speeder. The Washington State Patrol found another speeder with extra emphasis patrols in District One which have been happening since last week. The Washington State Patrol is working with police de[departments from Lakewood, Puyallup, and the Pierce County Sheriff's Office to reduce crime on both city roads and the highways. The Washington State Patrol announced the cooperation last week saying, "Extra patrols are out for the next few days from @wastatepatrol, @TacomaPD, @LakewoodPD, @PuyallupPD, and @PierceSheriff with the goal of #TargetZero and reducing crime in the Lakewood/Tacoma area!" The Washington State Patrol has been giving updates on the extra patrols, the latest being an uninsured speeder who received a huge ticket.
Free admission at national parks on Sunday; Check out these in western Washington
PACKWOOD, Wash. — One of six free admission days in U.S. national parks falls this Sunday. Aug. 4 commemorates the signing of the Great American Outdoors Act, which provided funding and expanded recreation opportunities in national parks. In celebration, that day is now entrance-fee free for park-goers. There are...
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. ...
Unexpected Danger: How a Small Washington Town Became the State’s Most Risky
Bigger cities are generally thought of while determining the most dangerous locations in America. Still, an isolated village can occasionally take the whole world by storm by turning into a crime hotspot. Recent years have seen a small community in Washington State become well-known due to its concerning rates of...
Election 2024: Primary challengers emerge in Washington's 35th District for Couture
State Rep. Travis Couture is facing a challenge from fellow Republican Eric Onisko and Democrat James DeHart in the primary race for the 35th Legislative District's Position 2. Couture is the incumbent, having been elected in 2022. Onisko has served on Shelton’s city council since 2018, becoming mayor in 2022. DeHart ran for the 35th District House Position 1 seat in 2022, losing to Dan Griffey. The two candidates receiving the most votes during the Aug. 6...
Applications open for Compost Reimbursement Program
Jul. 30—OLYMPIA — The Washington State Department of Agriculture is launching its second year of the Compost Reimbursement Program to continue to encourage on-farm compost use, according to an announcement from WSDA. All commercial Washington farmers — including those in agriculture, silviculture and aquaculture — are eligible for the program, according to the announcement. Participating farms ...
LGBTQI+ Crisis Line in Washington Helps Nearly 500,000 in a Year
That message spread like wildfire across the United States in an organized effort to help combat the rate of suicides in LGBTQ+ youth. Even then-President Obama joined his voice in telling struggling youth that the pain and struggle they were enduring would not last forever. While that message has helped...
Washington State Serial Killer Once Played for Green Bay Packers
Washington State Serial Killer Once Played for Green Bay Packers. When you read about serial killers, some are reclusive while others are surprisingly extroverted and one such serial killer from Washington State even went on to play for the Green Bay Packers. The I-5 Killer Was Only Convicted Of One...
WA Secretary of State's Office giving $2 million to county elections offices to help increase security
OLYMPIA, Wash. — The Washington Secretary of State's office will be distributing $2 million across 29 election offices in Washington state to help increase election security. The Secretary of State's Office said each county can receive up to $80,000 to pay to help improve election security. Counties can use...