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Washington Eatery Among Top 50 Most Beautiful Restaurants in U.S.
When it comes to dining, to some, atmosphere is everything. How the lights are set, the decor, the plating -- all that can be taken into consideration on how a place becomes known for their setting. People just posted a list of the 50 most beautiful restaurants in the United...
Famous WA Attraction Named One of the Worst Tourist Traps in U.S.
Ahh, the dreaded Tourist Trap. Every state and major city as them. Some towns even build one just to have a reason to visit. Smaller towns known for something. Maybe they have an eclectic shop that features the remains of Jake: The Alligator Man (found in Long Beach, WA) a world record for smallest park (like in Portland, OR).
Move to One of These Top 10 Cities If You Want to Live Safely in WA
Safety. It's something we all think about and we all hope the place where we live in a safe city. If you're looking for the safest places to live in Washington state according to the latest State of Safety report, 10 cities in the state are considered the safest places to live.
The Non-Tourist Attractions for Tourists in Washington
I get it we like to visit places around the world, and it seems that as soon as we hear of a place, everyone and their mother has as well. Long gone are the days of being able to take a selfie without mass amounts of people able to photo bomb.
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...
Driving Through a Crosswalk in WA Could Have You Pay a Fine
Around Yakima we have several intersections with crosswalks. Those are no-brainers as, as the driver, you think if you run a red light you'd get pulled over and get a hefty fine to the tune of upwards of $250. But considering there's a crosswalk there as well where a pedestrian...
This Oregon Lake Doesn’t Get Enough Credit for Being Awesome
So one of my favorite lakes near Tri-Cities Washington is really a hidden gem. 5 Things To Do At Wallowa Lake Oregon During The Summer. As a kid growing up in Washington State, we've got some great lakes in our state but growing up near the Idaho and Oregon borders, there are a few places close to Tri-Cities that are worth checking out.
The Largest Pizza in WA is as Delicious as it is Huge
It's always time for pizza. Whether you like classics like pepperoni and black olives or a meat lovers or a hawaiian-style or just plain cheese, you can't go wrong with pizza. I was thinking about those photos I've seen on the Internet that have those giant pizzas meant to be shared with friends. It turns out we have one of those kinds of places in Seattle.
Why Is There a Massive Hole on the Side of Mt. Rainier?
Why Is There a Massive Hole on the Side of Mt. Rainier?. New photos of Mt. Rainier in Washington State have people speculating on how a massive hole in the side of the mountain came to be. In a posting from Reddit, a photo showing a massive hole on the...
How Healthy Is Washington? Do we Crack The Top 10 In The Country?
You eat right, exercise, attempt to get a good 8 hours of sleep, and do your best to avoid stress. All these activities are in hopes of living healthy and squeezing a few more years out of your life. Being surrounded by people with the same goal and living the...
Mt. Rainier is Taller than Mt. Everest. No, Really!
At 29,029 feet, it's wildly known that Mt. Everest is has the highest altitude from sea level on planet Earth, but did you know it's not the tallest mountain?. Confusing, I know. The tallest mountain belongs to Mauna Kea which is mostly underwater so since they measure altitude above sea level, this wouldn't count as the tallest point.
Protecting Your Privacy: Tips For Using Health And Wellness Apps
Heath and Wellness apps and platforms gather personal health data. The platforms and apps promise protection is not always honored by heath and wellness platforms. Health and wellness platforms and apps gather personal health data, promising protection. However, if they break those promises, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) can step in. Recently, Cerebral, Inc. and Monument, Inc. faced FTC action for sharing users' health info with advertisers. Both are banned from such practices.
Big Lots Closing More Stores-Including Richland Location
I couldn't believe the text. So, I called Big Lots in Richland. The store is closing. I received a similar text several days ago, however, that text was regarding the store in Redlands, CA, which is where I lived previously. So, today when I saw and heard the news, I knew I had to investigate. A quick check of the Richland Big Lots website confirms the store is closing.
27 Famous People You Probably Didn’t Know Are From Spokane, WA
A lot of buzz has been happening around Spokane lately. I'm old enough to remember when an L.A. food critic tried to make fetch a thing, when there is no such thing as "Spokane-Style Pizza." That made me so mad, you have no idea. 😂🍕. Spokane was also embroiled...
Meet Major Tom…Our Tri-Cities Animal Shelter Pet of The Week
Our Tri-Cities Animal Shelter (TCAS) Pet of the Week is in an orbit all unto himself. Meet Major Tom! This stellar 80-pound bundle of joy has been revolving around the shelter since April 11th. Major Tom’s journey began when the dedicated Animal Control Officers rescued him from a troubling situation where he was tethered without access to food, water, or shelter.
FREE Back-to-School Health Screenings at Washington Walmarts on Saturday
Walmart Wellness Day is Saturday, August 3rd from 10 am till 2 pm. “As a back-to-school destination, Walmart’s Wellness Day provides a unique opportunity for families to streamline health needs and school supply shopping,” said Kevin Host, Walmart’s senior vice president of pharmacy. “It’s one of our favorite times of the year and we are thrilled we can provide affordable health options for communities across the country on Wellness Day to help start the school year off strong.”
While Other States Block, WA Adopts New Title IX (9) Mandates
Known as the "Final Rule," the Biden Administration's additions to the 1972 women's Title IX (9) federal law went into effect Thursday, August 1st. but only in 24 states. WA state is one of them. 26 states have, at least for now, blocked the changes. These states, including Idaho, Wyoming,...
Oregon State U Rolls Out New Electric Farm Vehicle
Hood River, OR was the site recently of a new electric farm vehicle displayed by Oregon State University researchers. (image courtesy of Polaris.com) Unlike a recent series of EV releases that are tractors or other heavier operating equipment, this vehicle OSU rolled out is called the Polaris Ranger XP Kinetic.
3 ways Washington can build bird-safe wind farms
Wind turbines are becoming a more common sight, particularly in southern Washington where winds blow through the drier landscapes along the Columbia Basin. On any clear day, I can look outside my office and see the turbines of Nine Canyon spinning slowly in the distance. They're a more modern form of the classic windmill, capable of producing an enormous amount of clean energy - so it's no wonder we've adopted them as an energy source. It makes about 8% of our energy currently in Washington.
New Restaurant Celebrates Grand Opening in Richland
Richland residents have reason to rejoice! Panda Express on George Washington Way is OFFICIALLY open to the public! 😃. I've been watching the construction happen daily for the past several months. And, it's FINALLY completed. This new location at 924 George Washington Way marks the debut of a new store design inspired by traditional Chinese architecture and traditions, with modern motifs to express the unique story of Panda Express.
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