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Keechelus Reservoir closing for season July 8 for drought conditions
SNOQUALMIE PASS, Wash. - The Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest is closing the Keechelus Lake boat launch and access road on Mon., July 8 due to drought and low water conditions. Acting Cle Elum District Ranger Scott Robinson says this closure is a few weeks earlier than was originally anticipated, as conditions...
Spokane Police Department responds to US Supreme Court homelessness ruling
SPOKANE, Wash. – The US Supreme Court ruled that cities are allowed to ban homeless people from sleeping outside of homes on Friday, giving Spokane law enforcement more leeway to bring charges against houseless people. The Spokane Police Department (SPD) says that the ruling opens the way for police...
Two Nights of Fireworks Celebrations in Manson and Chelan
Fireworks over Manson Bay on July 4th and from Don Morse Park in Chelan on July 6th. Locals and visitors alike will once again be treated to two quality Lake Chelan Valley fireworks shows in celebration of the 4th of July. The community of Manson is gearing up for the...
Turnkey 10bbl brewery, taproom, and pizza kitchen for sale
Currently operational brewery in Yakima, Washington is seeking new ownership to take this business to the next level. In operation since 2021, the current leased location is 5000 sq ft in a family friendly recreational complex. New ownership would need to assume remaining lease term. 10 bbl brew house- Rocky...
Songer holds town hall in Dallesport
DALLESPORT — Out of OHSU following a mini-stroke four days prior, Klickitat County Sheriff Bob Songer hosted his second “unmoderated” town hall in Dallesport on Saturday, June 29, also his birthday. The event quickly took on the tone of a political rally, with a welcome speech by...
State auditor reports finding for TC fire district
The state Auditor’s Office says a Tri-Cities area fire district didn’t have adequate controls in place to ensure its financial reporting was complete and accurate. The auditor’s office reviewed Benton Fire District 4’s finances from 2020-22 and issued the finding in a report released in late June. Auditors said the fire district, which covers more than 50 square miles in and around West Richland, didn’t have a process for an independent staff or board member to review finances, including adjustments.
Panicked dog at Quincy Animal Shelter declawed itself trying to escape fireworks
QUINCY - Quincy's animal shelter didn't hold back in its real-life display of the psychological damage fireworks do to animals. Over the weekend, the shelter says one of its dogs ripped out some of its claws while trying to escape her kennel in a panic. Based on the photo of the dog's kennel afterwards, it appeared the canine left behind a substantial amount of blood from her injuries. The animal shelter is asking the public at large to not light off fireworks prior to Independence Day for the sake of their animals' sanity.
KID Mandatory Watering Schedule Amid Drought Concerns
In response to escalating drought conditions, the Kennewick Irrigation District (KID) has announced a mandatory watering schedule set to commence on July 7th, affecting thousands of residents throughout the district. This decision comes as a proactive measure to manage dwindling water resources and ensure equitable distribution during the critical irrigation season.
Washington allows undocumented immigrants to apply for professional licenses
SEATTLE — A new law went into effect Monday, July 1 that allows undocumented immigrants to apply for professional licenses. It's thanks partially to the hard work of the Communities for Our Colleges coalition - a non-profit that advocated for the bill. Four women from the coalition have spent...
Seattle Storm's New Nika Muhl Photo Fuels Desperate Plea From Fans
On Monday, July 1, at 10:00 PM ET, Nika Muhl and the Seattle Storm will take on the Dallas Wings, who are tied with the Los Angeles Sparks for last place in the WNBA Western Conference standings. The Storm are on a three-game winning streak and will look to add to that total with another victory. ...
Fire crews put out fire in Toppenish, council member fed up with property maitenence
TOPPENISH, WA-- Fire-fighters are working to figure out what started a brush fire in Toppenish on Monday evening in a spot a city council member tells us is problematic. Both city and county fire crews were on the scene and even people who live nearby were helping put out the flames along linden street.
Sprinkle Says UW Rebuild Made Him Drop Zags Game
The University of Washington basketball roster turnover -- with more than three-quarters of the players replaced -- led to new coach Danny Sprinkle pulling out of the annual Gonzaga rivalry basketball game, at least for now, he said on a Monday podcast. Sprinkle was left with just senior center Franck Kepnang, senior forward Wilhelm Breidenbach and redshirt freshman forward Chris King on scholarship and nothing else when he replaced the fired Mike Hopkins, forcing him to bring in 10 transfers and recruits. As a newly hired coach, he then exercised a contract clause to pull out of Gonzaga games this...
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