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FIRE REPORT: No new Washington fires Thursday
Aug. 23—MOSES LAKE — Washington saw no new wildfires emerge prior to press time Thursday, though several fires continue to burn in the state. Largest Washington fires: Retreat Fire: Washington's largest active blaze was almost 45,600 acres and remains at 85% containment. The fire started at 4 p.m. July 14, about 14 miles southeast of Naches. It has 228 personnel on it. There are several ...
Community solar project wins statewide award
Clark Public Utilities’ (CPU) Community Solar East, a 799-kilowatt solar array at the Port of Camas-Washougal’s industrial park, has been selected as one of 12 winners of the 2024 Washington State Department of Commerce (DOC) Governor’s Smart Communities awards, which recognize local governments and their partners for exceptional land use planning and development.
Washington Craft Beer Summit, New Location Other Changes
Registration is now open for Washington Craft Beer Summit on Monday, November 4th. The Washington Craft Beer Summit & Trade Show is a can’t-miss event for Washington’s brewery owners, brewery employees, and affiliated industry members. The one-day event occurs on November 4th at the DoubleTree in SeaTac, Washington. Previously, this annual event took place in Puyallup.
Washington State Patrol warns: 6 Hot Car Child Deaths in 9 Days
The Washington State Patrol is warning about the deadly risks of leaving children in hot cars after a recent NHTSA report highlights the tragic rise in heatstroke fatalities. Protecting Children from Heatstroke: Essential Tips from Washington State Patrol and NHTSA. The Washington State Patrol is urging awareness after a heartbreaking...
Washington State Serial Killer Hexed Jailers…And It Worked!
A Convicted Serial Killer In Washington State Put A Hex On His Captors. One of the most unusual urban legends from Washington State that'll shock you is a serial killer who hexed his jailers...and it worked!. Real? Washington State Urban Legend On The Jake Bird Hex Curse Might Be... Talk...
Suspicious Closures: 23 Subway Locations in Washington and Oregon Under Investigation
I like Subway more than the average person, so much so, I order online and use promo codes. I was surprised to learn that 200 or more employees were blindsided by the closings of 23 Subway restaurants in Oregon and Washington. Also Interesting: Black Bear Killed After Swiping at Washington...
“Mommy is in the trees”: Surviving Toddler’s Words Still Haunt Washington
Just two weeks before Christmas, 1985, a young toddler is found wandering alone outside a Kmart in western Washington. Her parents couldn't be found anywhere. A few days later, the young girl - named Crystal - was reunited with her grandmother. There was only one clue that Crystal could offer to the location of her missing parents:
It Fair Season in North Central Washington
It's fair season in North Central Washington. The NCW Fair in Waterville opened a four day celebration of agriculture on Thursday. Today is 1st Responders Day at the NCW Fair in Waterville. All first responders get free admission with an ID. Highlights include a concert by country music star Clint Black on the Grandstand main stage tonight at 7pm. Admission to the fair is incuded with the concert ticket.
Crews Making Big Gains On Stayman Flats Fire
Crews are quickly gaining the upper hand on the Stayman Flats Fire near Chelan. The blaze has blackened 3,118 acres since sparking on Monday and quickly prompting Level 3 evacuation notices for a number of residents. Fire information spokesperson, Lori Wisehart, says new mapping that was done early Thursday is...
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