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Car Driver Airlifted To Wenatchee After SR 243 Head On With Semi
A car driver has serious injuries from a head-on crash with an 18-wheeler on State Route 243 about five miles north of Mattawa late Tuesday afternoon. The 18-wheeler was traveling southbound on the highway when it crossed the centerline and crashed head-on into an oncoming 2018 Subaru Forrester driven by 70-year-old Terri Haupt-Davis.
Save the Date: East Wenatchee Police Host National Night Out Party
East Wenatchee Police Department is hosting National Night out on Wednesday, July 31st and nearly every local 1st responder agency in the area is participating. National Night Out is a free community gathering organized for families to meet local officers and first responders in a fun setting. There will be lot's of equipment and emergency apparatus from different agencies on display so kid's can get an up close look and ask questions about what they are seeing. A highlight will be the arrival and landing of the Chelan County Sheriff's helicopter.
Washington National Guard helicopter crew mobilized to help fight wildfires
JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, Wash — A Washington Army National Guard helicopter crew was mobilized Wednesday to help wildland firefighters across eastern, WA. According to the Washington National Guard, A UH-60 Blackhawk and a crew from 1st Battalion, 168th General Support Aviation will be dropping water on multiple fires. The...
Oregon and Washington top wildfire priority in the U.S.
With 38 large, uncontained wildfires actively burning 838,908 acres of land across Oregon and Washington, the Northwest region is currently the top firefighting priority in the U.S. Roughly 91.5% of the 838,908 acres burning across the region are located in Oregon, making the state the top firefighting concern in the region and the country. Daily reports released by the Northwest Interagency Coordination Center, which helps coordinate the deployment of firefighting resources in Oregon and Washington, show that the federal government has given the region the...
Here’s Where 12 Big Lots Stores Are Closing in Washington State
Here’s Where 12 Big Lots Stores Are Closing in Washington State. So many retailers are closing these days and sadly a Washington State favorite is closing twelve stores in the PNW. Is Big Lots Closing In Washington State? What Stores Are Closing In WA?. I remember the first time...
In Washington state, Inslee's final months aimed at staving off repeal of landmark climate law
SILVERDALE, Wash — Standing at a transit center near four new wireless bus charging stations in a small community west of Seattle, Gov. Jay Inslee told transit and city leaders where money to pay for them — more than $1 million — came from. "It's possible only...
Iconic north Seattle mural depicting Highway 99 history removed after graffiti tagging
SEATTLE — An iconic landmark in north Seattle is gone after it was repeatedly tagged with graffiti. The well-known mural depicted some of the history of Highway 99 in north Seattle, including businesses and landmarks that have come and gone along the north-south thoroughfare. Photos reveal big red letters at the top of the mural that said, "Welcome to Historic Highway 99" and included cars and landmarks from 1932 to 1960.
Seattle could get glimpse of Northern Lights Tuesday night
SEATTLE - Seattle has a small likelihood of getting a glimpse of the Northern Lights Tuesday night, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center says a geomagnetic storm is possible on Wednesday, but the chance to see the resulting aurora borealis in the U.S. is higher on Tuesday.
On Sunny Days, the Cars Come Out to Shine: Nepantla’s Fourth Annual Lowrider Block Party in White Center
On July 20, Nepantla Cultural Arts Gallery’s fourth annual Lowrider Block Party in White Center drew in crowds of people on a sunbeaming day, showcasing tuned-up cars (and bikes) with every corner covered in intricate designs. Nestled on 17th Avenue Southwest between Roxbury Street and 100th Street, this year’s...
Backpack Giveaway to Support South Sound Families
In an effort to ease the financial burden of buying school supplies for a new school year, Verizon Wireless and investment company Round Room are hosting their 12th annual School Rocks Backpack Giveaway. Hundreds of backpacks full of an estimated $3 million worth of total products will be given away...
City responds to growing Ballard homeless encampment
BALLARD, Wash. — The city of Seattle is expected to clear a large homeless encampment on a busy Ballard block. Neighbors are urging the city to connect the people living there with services and shelter. The encampment off 54th Street and 15th Avenue stretches along the sidewalk between a...
Popular Seattle Mariners Personalities Melt Down on "X" After Monday Loss
The Seattle Mariners blew a game to the Los Angeles Angels on Monday night as they continue to be tied in the American League West with the Houston Astros. After the game, members of the Mariners' twittersphere couldn't keep it together.
Level 2 evacuation alert set to take effect for Stehekin on Thursday as Pioneer Fire advances
STEHIKIN – Stehekin is under threat as the Pioneer Fire continues to advance, prompting Chelan County Emergency Management to issue a Level 2 evacuation notice for the north lake community. This notice, effective from 8 a.m. on Thursday, July 25, affects areas from Hazard Creek through the Stehekin Valley, including the Stehekin landing and extending west to High Bridge. A Level 2 evacuation indicates that there is a significant threat to life and property, urging all residents and visitors to prepare for immediate evacuation.
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