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NOAA Predicts: Drenching Rain for Washington This Fall
If you're anything like me, this time of year I feel mixed emotions. I'm excited for slightly cooler temperatures. I love Fall colors but, I will mourn the passing of Summer. I love being outdoors, riding my horse, hiking, camping, and sitting on my back patio. Cold wet weather is...
Rebates on the way for farmers who paid fuel surcharges under WA climate law
Farmers who believe they paid unfair fuel surcharges under the state’s cap-and-trade program can soon apply for a rebate from the state. Next week, Washington’s Department of Licensing will launch an online application for agricultural fuel users who may have been overcharged. People can apply starting Monday. Fuel used in the farm industry is supposed […]
WA state workers plan walkout over what they call 'disrespectful' contract offer
(The Center Square) – The latest bargaining session between union leadership for the Washington Federation of State Employees and the Office of Financial Management lasted 15 hours, but apparently did not bring the two sides any closer to a contract agreement. WFSE members have scheduled a Sept. 10 walkout for some 50,000 state employees. According to a union update, leaders are frustrated with negotiations on the new two-year contract (2025-2027)...
Auburn Riverside alum wheels and deals for the Harbourcats
Auburn Riverside alum Brett Harvey just completed his second season across the border as a Victoria Harbourcat. The 6’2” righty, who plays his school ball at the University of Puget Sound, has found a second home up in Victoria and has competed at one of the highest levels in the Pacific Northwest on a baseball diamond.
Stayman Fire reaches 86% containment, Level 1 advisory to be lifted
CHELAN — The Stayman Fire near Chelan is now 86% contained, officials reported Friday, August 23. The fire, which started on August 20, remains at 3,118 acres. Firefighters have successfully lined the fire with retardant, dozer lines, and hand line. Authorities announced that the Level 1 Fire Advisory will...
Chelan County Hosting Series Of Grizzly Bear Meetings
Now that the reintroduction of grizzly bears to the North Cascades is inevitable, local communities are taking measures to prepare for the potential impacts of their presence. Next month, Chelan County will hold a series of public meetings regarding the reintroduction of grizzly bears. Commissioner Kevin Overbay says the gatherings...
Stehekin Returning To Level 1 Evacuation Status
It may be some time before things return to normal in the town of Stehekin, but residents of the small community will soon be facing less of a threat from the Pioneer Fire. Chelan County Emergency Management has announced that Evacuation levels for the remote lakeside town will be reduced to Level 1 starting at 6 p.m. today (Aug. 22).
Costco takes steps toward building $22.9 million warehouse
A long-anticipated second Tri-Cities Costco appears to be moving closer toward development. Two building permit applications were filed with the city of Richland for work at 3125 Queensgate Drive with Costco Wholesale listed as the owner. Neither permit has been issued, and a lease for the state land where it would be located has not been finalized.
Yakima Man Returns to Bear Hunting After Cougar Attack
A Yakima man who was almost killed after being charged by a cougar in the Rimrock Lake area last year is back in the forest bear hunting. 25-year-old Tryston Ladwig was bear hunting on an early Saturday morning last year when he suddenly heard a loud roar and saw a cougar charging at him from 10-feet away.
Caitlin Clark's 'Spicy' Incident With Skylar Diggins-Smith Draws Blunt Response From Sue Bird
Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever are in the midst of a five-day break after defeating the Seattle Storm over the past weekend 92-75. The Fever avoided a sweep with their first win over the Storm, losing the initial three matchups. Towards the end of the game, Clark was seen hyping up the ...
Moses Lake Boys & Girls Clubs at Risk of Drastically Scaling Back Operations Due to New School District Fees
MOSES LAKE – The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Columbia Basin, a vital resource for hundreds of low-income and at-risk youth in the Moses Lake community, may be forced to drastically scale back its operations due to a new facility use fee schedule proposed by the Moses Lake School District.
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