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Attack websites seep into WA election battles
Bob Ferguson, Semi Bird, Jim Henderson and Brian Heywood have something in common this election season in Washington. Their political opponents have built websites to spread unflattering information – and in some cases misinformation – about them. There’s “BobforBob” looking into Ferguson’s political history and “bird-docs.com” digging into Bird’s past personal tribulations. “Save Our Yachts” […] The post Attack websites seep into WA election battles appeared first on Washington State Standard.
Western WA turns up the heat with potential record temps following July 4th
After a mild start to the summer season, western Washington is cranking up the mercury in a major fashion after Independence Day. In the short term, it's still just fine, with mild temperatures and a terrific Tuesday around the Sound. Morning murkiness gives way to partial afternoon clearing, and highs will inch up into the low to middle 70s from Sahalee to Seabeck.
Hayden firefighters could lose jobs, fire station could close if levy isn't passed
HAYDEN, Idaho - 12 Northern Lakes Firefighters could lose their jobs and the district's new, partially constructed station could close if a $3.5 million override levy doesn't pass in November. “It’s direly critical that we retain these 12 people, not only for public safety of the people that we serve...
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...
Crews contain 500-acre wildland fire burning near Ephrata and Soap Lake
EPHRATA – A massive fire spanning 500 acres has been contained near Soap Lake and Ephrata, causing significant concern among residents and local authorities. The fire, which began this evening, was burning land south on both sides of State Route 17 (SR 17) near the SR 17/SR 282 interchange, east of the Ephrata Municipal Airport. The fire was initially called in at 6:02 p.m.
Managing bear encounters in the East Cascades
When conflicts emerge in the town of Leavenworth between humans and the black bears that share the Upper Valley, Rich Beausoleil is the Washington Fish and Wildlife officer likely to respond. Rich and his Karelian bear dog Milo help to trap or lethally remove problem bears throughout the state. But as Rich told NCWLIFE, a better solution is for humans to avoid tempting bears with garbage and easy food opportunities in the first place.
Amazon-Linked Development Companies Want To Build Distribution Warehouse Between Pullman & Moscow
Amazon-linked development companies have filed an application to build a distribution warehouse off the Moscow-Pullman Highway. “Project Cougar” is being proposed by Ambrose Property Group and Kimley-Horn. The companies have built distribution centers for Amazon around the country. The application to Whitman County doesn’t include any reference to the online retail giant based out of Seattle.
Keechelus Reservoir closing for season July 8 for drought conditions
SNOQUALMIE PASS, Wash. - The Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest is closing the Keechelus Lake boat launch and access road on Mon., July 8 due to drought and low water conditions. Acting Cle Elum District Ranger Scott Robinson says this closure is a few weeks earlier than was originally anticipated, as conditions...
Wenatchee Woman Accused Of Felony Theft At Chelan Walmart
A 31-year-old Wenatchee woman faces felony theft charges after deputies say she pushed a shopping cart full of items out of the Chelan Walmart, without attempting to pay for anything. Deputies were called to a reported theft from the store by a white woman in her 40’s with blonde hair...
Suspects using sextortion to target kids online
Tri-Cities, WA- We've mentioned the Southeast Region Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force before, but sextortion is a big problem the task force often deals with. As a reminder, the task force, also known as SER-ICAC, aims to protect children from dangers online. One of these big dangers includes sextortion.
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