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A Big Costco Change That Members Need to Know Is Coming Soon
Costco is implementing a membership change for Washington state members, so get ready for it!. I would dare say that the majority of people who buy a membership to Costco are people who need to buy things in bulk and don’t want to pay through the nose to do it.
Sale of large capacity magazines remains illegal after WA Supreme Court stay ruling
The Washington State Supreme Court upheld Monday morning a temporary legal pause preventing the sale of large-capacity magazines in Washington state after a Cowlitz County judge in April found the state ban violated the U.S. and Washington Constitutions in lawsuits involving Kelso gun store Gator’s Custom Guns. The motion...
Washington faces shortfall of qualified special education teachers, audit finds
Washington lacks qualified special education teachers and teachers’ aides, but the state doesn’t know how bad the problem really is — just that at least 1.5% of the teachers aren’t qualified for their jobs. That’s according to a new state audit, which found that alongside high vacancy rates in special education, a “significant number of […] The post Washington faces shortfall of qualified special education teachers, audit finds appeared first on Washington State Standard.
WA company aims to bridge healthcare gap in rural areas
LEAVENWORTH – Dopl Technologies is on a mission to improve healthcare access in rural underserved areas of Washington state and beyond. The Bothell-based software company provides diagnostic imaging through collaborations with Cascade Medical in Leavenworth and other rural medical centers in the state. The company was founded in 2022...
30-day Residency Requirement for Washington State Voter Registration Struck Down
A 30-day residency requirement to register to vote in Washington state will not go into effect, after a federal judge struck it down. Under the requirement, eligible voters would not have been able to register within 30 days, even if they moved from one locality to another within the state.
Chelan gathers community input for valley vision project
CHELAN – The City of Chelan is in the middle of a series of listening sessions to learn what residents consider to be Lake Chelan Valley’s core values and biggest challenges, as well as their ideas for the future. The city retained Our Valley Our Future to conduct...
Cliff House wins Chelan Men's Golf Club Memorial Cup in playoff
CHELAN — Cliff House emerged victorious in the 2024 Memorial Cup Match Play Tournament hosted by the Chelan Men's Golf Club, edging out Gary Searle in a closely contested championship round that extended to extra holes. The single-elimination tournament, which took place throughout June and July, saw 29 club...
Pioneer Fire expands to over 20,000 acres
CHELAN—The Pioneer Fire burning in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest has expanded to 20,348 acres as of Tuesday, July 16, according to fire officials. Containment remains at 14%, and 794 personnel are currently assigned to the incident. Community meetings are scheduled for Wednesday, July 17, at 5:30 p.m. at Manson...
Make Your Way to Chelan’s Wildest Show on Dirt
It’s time to sport those cowboy hats, spurred boots and oversized belt buckles! Lake Chelan Pro Rodeo is returning for its fourth year to deliver another weekend of exhilarating rodeo action, the kind that Chelan rodeo fans have come to enjoy. With its fast-paced action and heart-pounding moments, this...
Drainage Concerns: DPW investigates after complaint filed
MANSFIELD — A man from Mansfield has filed a complaint against the Mansfield Department of Public Works regarding drainage work on town roads. Brian Coleman, a town council member, filed the complaint as a town resident.
Wenatchee woman arrested for drug dealing
Over the last 2 months, the Columbia River Drug Task Force began researching a house in the 1100 block of Rosewood Ave in Wenatchee. Detectives had received reports of suspicious activity that indicated it was likely drugs were being sold from the residence. Neighbors were complaining of constant traffic and unusual activity. The quality of life for the citizens of this neighborhood was directly impacted.
Manson American Legion sends four students to prestigious Civic Education Programs
MANSON — The Manson American Legion Post 108 has reported a successful year for its Boys and Girls State program, sending four local high school juniors to participate in the prestigious civic education events in June 2024. Commander Clyde McCullough announced that three students from Manson High School and...
Local artist's emotional works grace Manson Library walls
MANSON—The Manson Community Library is showcasing the work of local artist Lisa Raust on its Art Wall, offering residents a glimpse into two decades of emotionally driven artistry. Raust, who began her artistic journey approximately 20 years ago, describes herself as an "emotional painter." She emphasizes that her creative...
Spokane man allegedly shoots at bar after being kicked out
SPOKANE, Wash. – A Spokane man allegedly urinated in full view of a bar’s windows and proceeded to shoot at the establishment after being kicked out on Sunday. According to the Spokane Police Department, the 22-year-old man was asked to leave a bar on the 1400 block of East Illinois Avenue after getting into an argument. Police claim he then urinated in full view of the bar’s windows just outside, and then shot around three rounds at the bar.
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