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AG candidate changes website bio after request from King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office
OLYMPIA, Wash. — Candidate for Washington Attorney General Manka Dhingra has updated her campaign website twice to clarify her employment status with the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. On June 20, King County Human Relations Director Heidi Parkington-Thal emailed Dhingra following the release of a campaign video on...
Brewster Chamber processes one Independence Day, plans the next
BREWSTER—A post-event analysis of the U.S. Independence Day festivities just passed, and plans for the upcoming Dia de la Independencia de Mexico (Mexican Independence Day) on Sept. 16 were among issues on the agenda of the Brewster Chamber of Commerce last Wednesday, July 10. The chamber approved a $3,000...
Wenatchee Valley Dispute Resolution Center seeks nominations for Community Peacebuilder Award
WENATCHEE — The Wenatchee Valley Dispute Resolution Center is accepting nominations for its first Community Peacebuilder Award, which will recognize individuals and groups that have promoted peaceful conflict resolution in Chelan and Douglas counties. Nominations are open through Aug. 4. The winner will be announced at the center's annual...
Fire-wise your yard this summer season with these helpful tips
SPOKANE, Wash. - Every single year during fire season someone comes home to their house and it's either still on fire or it's already burnt down. That's why Nonstop Local spoke with the city about ways to protect our homes from fires, even when we are not there. Kristen Zimmer...
Longtime Moses Lake Martin Luther King Jr. Committee President Charlie Jones Passes Away
MOSES LAKE - Longtime Moses Lake Martin Luther King Jr. Committee President Charlie Jones has died. The esteemed and respected leader in the Moses Lake community was 70 years old. Jones passed away on July 10 from natural causes stemming from cardiovascular issues, according to the Grant County Coroner. Jones...
Spokane Salary Commissioner testifies on legality of elected officials' raises
(The Center Square) - The City of Spokane’s elected officials came face to face last night with the commissioner who wants to deny their raises, noting how the salary increases could spark potential litigation. The Salary Review Commission regularly convenes in even-numbered years to determine the salaries of Spokane’s elected officials for the next two years. The commissioners approved new raises in May but failed to follow a parliamentary rule that could nullify the vote. ...
City of Spokane considering layoffs amid $50 million budget deficit
SPOKANE, Wash. — The City of Spokane continues looking for a way out of its $50 million budget deficit. We could learn what potential solutions look like this week. With major budget cuts looming over the city of Spokane, the big question now is 'Will there be layoffs?'. At...
Moses Lake Fire Department denies starting fire near homeless encampment
MOSES LAKE - The Moses Lake Fire Department expressed its frustration with accusations that it set fire to land near homeless encampments early Monday. Shortly after midnight, fire crews responded to a fire in a field next to Fairchild Cinema. Firefighters say its an area they respond to nearly every night for various reasons, many of them fire calls. On day two of the fire, Moses Lake Fire Battalion Chief Dave Holly says a firefighter checking the area for potential hotspots was approached by people living in the camp accusing the fire department of starting the 65-acre fire. Firefighters say the fire grew to the size it did because the terrain that was difficult navigate. At one point, Holly says a Grant County Fire District 5 fire truck rolled on to its side when ground gave away under a sloped access point to the area. No one was hurt and the truck sustained minimal damage.
Foxhole Bar and Grill closing Wednesday
MEDICAL LAKE, Wash. – Foxhole Bar and Grill in Medical Lake will close its doors on Wednesday. The restaurant announced the closure via social media on Tuesday. “We can't keep it going. I hope someone can come in soon and give this town a bar. We're so very sorry, we tried. Please come in if you can tonight or tomorrow and love our staff because they deserve it,” ownership said.
Fundraiser started to raise money for purchase of prosthetic leg for Quincy firefighter
QUINCY - The community is coming together to support one of their own, 18-year-old Ben Belino of Ephrata, in his quest to fulfill his dreams of serving others. A GoFundMe campaign has been started to help raise money for a specialized prosthetic leg and other equipment necessary for his work as a firefighter.
Tri-City Water Follies Race Director talks planning and his job for Water Follies
KENNEWICK, Wash. - The Tri-City Water Follies is just around the corner. People can't wait to see their favorite boats and drivers come into town, but what about the people behind the scenes who put the races on?
Brandt’s Fruit Trees Granted Rights for KIR™ Series of Sweet Cherries; Kevin Brandt and West Mathison Comment
YAKIMA, WA - Something new is falling in the world of cherries. Brandt’s Fruit Trees announced it has been granted exclusive propagation rights in the United States for the KIR™ series of sweet cherries. The grower has also partnered with Stemilt Growers to test the cultivars under Washington State growing conditions, with an option to commercialize the selections in the U.S.
FIRE REPORT: Evacuation notices issued for Electric City
Jul. 17—ELECTRIC CITY — The Grant County Sheriff's Office issued evacuation warnings Tuesday afternoon in Electric City due to a wildfire that broke out near Sunbanks Resort. Level 2 warnings — be prepared to leave at a moment's notice — were in place Tuesday afternoon for the area from Sunny Drive to Fifth Street North. Level 1 notices — get ready — were in place between State Route 155 and ...
Report: New Amazon warehouse in Pasco now hiring
PASCO - Amazon Inc. is ramping up its hiring efforts in Pasco, with a flurry of activity at its massive warehouse facilities on South Road 40 East. The Seattle-based e-commerce giant, which began constructing two large warehouses in 2021, is now actively recruiting warehouse associates to meet its operational needs.
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