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Winco Foods Removes Self-Checkouts in Oregon, WA Next?
Winco Foods, which has stores in WA, OR and its state of origin, Idaho, has apparently begun to remove self-checkout stands from some of its stores in Oregon. Online social media posts indicate some are gone. According to Reddit users online, at least one Portland, OR area Winco has removed...
Dry lightning outbreak could spark Northwest wildfires during critical fire conditions
Rounds of thunderstorms moving across the Northwest may trigger a dry lightning outbreak across parts of Oregon, California and Nevada, which could quickly spark fires in those regions recently facing record-breaking temperatures and dry conditions.
Try your hand at 1850s crafts during happy hour events at Fort Nisqually Living History Museum
Back by popular demand, Fort Nisqually Living History Museum is opening its doors after hours for its 21+ event series, Homespun Happy Hour. Tickets are available now for two evenings only, July 25 and August 22 from 6 to 9 p.m. Participants will travel back in time to 1855 as...
RAVE Foundation Raises More Than One Million Dollars at the Born in ’74 Gala, Announcing a New Commitment to Build 26 Additional Soccer Mini-Fields Throughout Washington Ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026™
RENTON, WASH. – Sounders FC and its charitable partner, RAVE Foundation, celebrated their annual fundraising event, which raised over one million dollars in support of the club’s mission to build 26 small fields for free play by the end of 2026 in historically marginalized communities throughout the State of Washington. Presented by Delta Air Lines, RAVE’s Born in ‘74 Gala was held on Thursday, July 18 at the Providence Swedish Performance Center & Clubhouse in Renton, with more than 600 guests in attendance. At this year’s Gala, RAVE Foundation announced its intention to double the initial goal of building 26 soccer mini-fields to 52 total fields, with the target date of completion in time for FIFA World Cup 2026™.
Man sentenced for kidnapping, raping two Pierce County women at knifepoint
A 29-year-old man convicted of raping two women at knifepoint in Pierce County while part of a seasonal work program from Mexico was sentenced Friday to nearly 18 years to life in prison, the high end of his standard sentencing range. A jury convicted Ricardo Villegas Molina in May of...
39 SeaTac International Airport 1-Star Google Reviews!
When it comes down to it, the best advice I could gleam from all of these reviews:. Show up EXTRA early (3+ hours) But don’t eat too much; you have to use the restroom. Make sure your items are “Fully Charged”. How has your experience with SeaTac...
Teen hospitalized, undergoes emergency surgery after drive-by shooting in Everett
EVERETT, Wash. - A 17-year-old was hospitalized after a drive-by shooting that happened in Everett Saturday afternoon. Snohomish County deputies say the shooting happened on 124th St. SW near 5th Ave. W. Officers responded to the scene and located a young man with multiple gunshot wounds. The teen was taken...
Alligator sighting in Washington State prompts investigation
**UPDATE: As reported Saturday afternoon by KIRO 7, the reptile in question turned out to be an exotic tegu lizard that recently escaped from its owner. Alligators are not native to Washington State and could not establish a population in the region because of its cool climate. But somewhere in Snohomish County, a very large gator is on the prowl. “Granite Falls Deputies are investigating the sighting of a 10’ alligator near the 9400 block of Ray Grade Rd.,” the Snohomish County Sheriff announced late Friday via X. “The reptile was last seen south of Ray Grade Rd. toward the Pilchuck River.” A...
Man assaulted with machete in downtown Bellevue, defends himself with bear spray
BELLEVUE, Wash. - A 55-year-old man is recovering from a machete attack that happened in downtown Bellevue Friday night. Police say they arrived on scene just before 9 p.m. to find an assault victim in the entryway of an apartment complex holding a bloody towel to his upper left arm.
Fire Blotter | Motorcycle vs. Vehicle Collision; Heat Exhaustion; Swift Water Rescue
EMTs responded to a motorcycle-vs.-vehicle collision at the intersection of SE North Bend Way and 384th Ave SE. Witnesses reported the motorcycle rider was on the ground, and the collision was blocking one lane of westbound North Bend Way. The injured party received treatment at the scene and was transported to the hospital.
NHRA Northwest Nationals Results, Updated Points: Gaige Herrera’s NHRA-Record Streak Snapped
Chase Van Sant records wire-to-wire victory over Pro Stock Motorcycle dominator Gaige Herrera. First round that took 3 hours, 37 minutes to complete produced several nitro records. Seattle drag strip has special memories for Pro Stock runner-up Dallas Glenn. Gaige Herrera's all-time record 11-event winning streak in Pro Stock Motorcycle...
Mariners waive former All-Star, opening the door for top first-base prospect
The Ty France era is over. On Sunday, the Seattle Mariners placed the former All-Star on waivers, opening the door for prospect Tyler Locklear to take over everyday duties at first base. Ty France has been placed on irrevocable outright waivers. If a team claims him, he is theirs. If he clears, he is still with the Mariners and can be outrighted to the minors. Because of service time, he can refuse the outright assignment— Ryan Divish (@RyanDivish) July 22, 2024 France has struggled this season, recording eight home runs and 31 RBI while batting .224/.313/.351 in 339 plate appearances. The 29-year-old,...
Giants acquire veteran pitcher in trade with Mariners
The Giants reinforced their pitching staff with a trade on Sunday. San Francisco announced it acquired veteran right-hander Mike Baumann from the Seattle Mariners in exchange for cash considerations, the team announced Sunday. Baumann is 3-0 with a 4.41 ERA in 34.2 innings of work across 35 appearances during the...
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