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U.S. 30 reopens in Oregon after crash closure
Update at 4 p.m.: U.S. 30 has reopened in both directions. Travelers between Portland and Astoria may want to rethink their route Sunday. A portion of U.S. 30 — between Rainier and the Lewis and Clark Bridge to Longview — is closed due to a crash. The Oregon...
Washington State Ranks Among Highest in Recreational Boating Fatalities
A new study reveals the dangers of recreational boating and just how deadly boating accidents are in some states. More people are enjoying boating with a 36% increase in annual economic activity in the industry since 2018, according to the National Marine Manufacturers Association. The most dangerous states for recreational...
As busy ferry lines extend, WSF and WSP try to crack down on line-cutting
Whether tempted by short-cutting a ferry line during the busy days of summer or just an inadvertent turn at the terminal, Washington State Ferries and the Washington State Patrol want riders to know: it'll cost you. And, thanks to an emphasis patrol rolling out now that includes WSF's Kitsap routes, it may be more likely that tickets will be issued to drivers who cut in front of others in the ferry line. ...
Forest management, protection a focus at state commissioner of public lands forum
The seven candidates running for Washington state commissioner of public lands shared their preferred policies and how they would manage and protect state lands last week at a forum in Vancouver to
20 years later, Valley View Health Center remains focused on providing health care to underserved populations
While it took some time this month to peek in the rearview mirror in celebration of its 20th year in operation, Valley View Health Center has its eyes firmly planted on the road ahead as it charts
Olympia committee looks at encouraging urban farming with updates to agricultural codes
Olympia is taking steps to remove barriers and incentivize urban farming as part of its efforts to increase local food production and self-sufficiency, reduce environmental impact, and promote health. On Thursday, Land Use Environment Committee members discussed the proposed code amendments allowing small-scale growing and harvesting of food crops in...
In focus: Northwest Salmon Smokehouse celebrates six months of business in Chehalis
Members of the business community, customers and the Centralia-Chehalis Chamber of Commerce gathered at Northwest Salmon Smokehouse in downtown Chehalis Thursday morning to celebrate six months of
Camas Cellars & Camas Cheese Co. Present: Taste of the Pacific NW
Camas, WA — Camas Cellars and Camas Cheese Co. are excited to announce a special event during Camas Days, “Taste of the Pacific Northwest – A Curated Wine & Cheese Pairing.” This exclusive event will take place on Friday, July 26 and Saturday, July 27 at Camas Cellars, featuring three unique sessions where attendees can indulge in the finest wines and cheeses the Pacific Northwest has to offer.
Kiddin’ Around to host Dine and Dash — a Chef’s Night Out to boost mission of supporting area youths
Kiddin’ Around, a nonprofit organization founded in 2021, will host its first first Dine and Dash — Chef’s Night Out fundraising event in downtown Centralia on Thursday, July 25, starting at 5:30 p.m. The fundraiser will include Centralia eateries and chefs making exciting dishes and cocktails. The...
Wildfire on Ross Island fills Portland sky with smoke as crews fight flames with fireboats
PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) - Plumes of smoke filled the Portland metro sky Saturday as crews battled a fire on Ross Island in the Willamette River through south Portland. Starting around 4 p.m., fire crews rushed to the scene on Ross Island. The island is closed to the public and has been the site of river gravel mining since the 1920s. It is not accessible by land.
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