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Strained Washington State Ferries prepares for rush of riders over holiday weekend
(The Center Square) – Washington State Ferries is preparing for a busy Labor Day weekend as ridership trends recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. The expected holiday rush comes amid staffing shortages leading to thousands of canceled sailings and questions regarding plans to replace retired vessels with more-expensive electric ships. The Washington State Department of Transportation anticipates more than 300,000 people will board its ferries throughout Labor Day weekend. ...
WSDA Asking You To Report Northern Giant Hornet Sightings
While no detections have been reported this year, the Washington State Department of Agriculture is asking everyone to be on the lookout for the Northern Giant Hornet. Formerly known as the Asian Giant, the Northern Giant is the world’s largest hornet, coming in at 1.5”-2” in length. The hornet also has a large orange head with prominent eyes and a black and orange/yellow striped abdomen.
Wildfire Risks High Ahead of Labor Day in WA: Campfire Bans in Effect
As the Labor Day weekend approaches, if you're camping don't forget about the ongoing fire hazards in Washington State. THERE'S GOOD REASON FOR CAMPFIRE BANS IN THE STATE. Campfire bans remain in effect as dry conditions and elevated temperatures have created a prime environment for wildfires, with several significant fires still burning throughout the region. The Pioneer Fire, located along the shores of Lake Chelan, has become the largest in the state, consuming 38,735 acres and currently only 23% contained.
Farmers ask WA Supreme Court to take up fuel exemptions case
Farmers and truckers are appealing a lower court ruling in a case that would have required the state to rethink its fuel exemption process under Washington’s cap-and-trade program. Farm fuel users have pushed the Department of Ecology to find fixes, saying under the Climate Commitment Act they’ve paid unfair surcharges on fuel that is supposed […]
Negative Equity Crisis Hits Washington & Market Conditions Worsen
As Washingtonians navigate the complexities of the current car market, many are facing severe financial challenges. Washington Car Owners Face the Financial Challenges of Negative Equity. As thousands of Washingtonians face the fallout from their car loans, many are finding themselves trapped in a troubling situation of negative equity. Recent...
Washington Declared One of the ‘Loosest’ States in the Nation
Washington Declared One of the ‘Loosest’ States in the Nation. I grew up hearing the phrase, “live hard and play hard.” How about someone who professes to live tight or loose? My mind instantly went in a different direction, when reading about “loose people.” I’m assuming yours did too.
Washington could be next state to restrict cell phone usage in schools
(The Center Square) – As more school districts across the country move to ban cell phones during class time, the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction has issued a call for Washington schools to overhaul their cell phone policies. Superintendent Chris Reykdal, who is running for reelection, issued new guidelines this week to encourage districts to implement policies that limit cell phone use during class time, starting in the 2025-26 school year. ...
Two Grandview men charged with assault in vandalism incident
Two Grandview men are charged with chasing down a suspected vandal and attacking him. Manuel A. Hernandez-Jimenez, 21, and Josue Noe Murrieta, 27, are both charged with first-degree burglary and first-degree assault in connection with the July 11 incident. Hernandez-Jimenez also faces a second-degree assault charge in the incident, the latter stemming from an allegation he tried to run the victim over with a sport utility vehicle.
Kennewick Police recognize man who jumped in to rescue neighbors from assault
KENNWICK, Wash.- Kennewick Police have recognized an outstanding individual through their newly launched 'Positive Policing' initiative, which rewards random selfless acts of kindness. The Kennewick Police Department says Andrew Acton intervened when he heard loud noises coming from his neighbor's home. Acton found a male assaulting his neighbors. KPD officials...
WA Hunter Reminder: New CWD Rules In Place For Spokane-area, 100-series GMUs
CWD rules? Uhhhhh, run those past me once again, please …. Indeed, with Washington’s 2024 season starting this Sunday, September 1, for archery bucks and does, Evergreen State deer, elk and moose hunters have a whole new wrinkle to consider as they plan their hunt following the confirmation this summer of chronic wasting disease in a dead whitetail doe and new emergency rules put in place just last week by WDFW as a response.
Wahluke opens season with young but eager squad
Aug. 30—MATTAWA — The Wahluke Warriors are going to have to overcome a lot of inexperience this year. "We're pretty sophomore-heavy," head coach Anfernee Cortez said. "And then we've got a lot of seniors who are joining us for the first year." Last year wasn't kind to the Warriors, who finished the season 3-7 and didn't get to the playoffs. Cortez is cautiously optimistic that the work his ...
Celebrity sightings in the Wenatchee Valley
Last year, Christopher Walken supposedly slipped into town and ate at Bob’s Burgers in East Wenatchee. (????!!!!) Wait. What? Did you ever hear about this?. We now take it to our sister station KFFM in Yakima who reported this:. According to Richard E, this is what went down:. "In...
Futures of Benton City mobile home residents uncertain due to new city-wide rules
BENTON CITY, Wash. — Benton city residents living in mobile home communities could be forced to move after a new ordinance was passed. This stems from a visit by the Washington State Department of Ecology in 2022 that checked to make sure the city was in compliance with state and federal standards.
Collins Aerospace Expands Spokane Facility with $200M Investment
Collins Aerospace, a division of RTX, has begun a $200 million expansion of its carbon brake production facility in Spokane, Washington. The project will add 70,000 square feet to the site, increasing its footprint by 50 percent. This investment is designed to meet the increasing demand from both commercial aviation and military customers in the coming years.
Spokane County Medical Examiner identifies victim in fatal Elk car crash
ELK, Wash. – The Spokane County Medical Examiner has identified the man who died after crashing into a tree in Elk. The medical examiner’s office identified him as Sean Boyer, 38, and reported that the cause of death was blunt force injuries to the head and extremities. ,...
Person killed in downtown Spokane hit and run
SPOKANE, Wash. – A person was killed in a hit and run crash in downtown Spokane Friday morning. According to the Spokane Police Department, the crash took place near West 3rd Avenue and South Wall Street. Police say that a vehicle hit a person in that area and then left the scene.
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