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Volunteers needed for water stargrass harvest season on the Lower Yakima River
BENTON & FRANKLIN COUNTIES, Wash. — The Benton and Franklin Conservation Districts are looking for volunteers to help them clear the Lower Yakima River of a unique problem in our basin. That’s water stargrass, which has been around in the area since the late-90s, early-2000s in the river.
The Danger of Lightning During Current Hot, Dry Spell in WA
There's currently a heat warning in place for Wenatchee and much of North Central Washington, but there's no chance of rain in the days ahead. Rain and thunderstorms present hazards this time of year in the region because they bring the risk of wildfires. National Weather Service meteorologist Charlotte Dewey...
Charge up, Washington! State launches rebate program for electric vehicles
The Washington State Department of Commerce just hit the accelerator on a new instant rebate program for electric vehicles that will provide $9,000 rebates for low-income househol, sparking a charge that makes going green more affordable than ever.
Capital gains tax pushes Washington to third-worst state for retirees, survey says
(The Center Square) – Deciding where to retire someday is not just a financial choice, but a personal choice as well. Many people want to be close to family or friends, or perhaps move somewhere that is more affordable, or offers a warmer climate. Bankrate, a New York City-based consumer financial services company, is out with […]
Washington Heatwave: Elevated Temperatures Expected Through Next Week
Seattle, WA – A significant heatwave is set to grip western Washington, with temperatures forecasted to remain elevated into next week. Residents are advised to take precautions, especially if planning outdoor activities over the weekend. According to the US National Weather Service Seattle, temperatures will stay high, with major...
Echandia Joins the Growing Green-Propulsion Industry in Washington State
In a sign of the favorable investment climate in the U.S. shipbuilding supply chain, Swedish battery maker Echandia has decided to set up a manufacturing plant in Washington State, just 50 miles from Norwegian-owned competitor Corvus. "The US market holds immense strategic importance for us, and this represents a pivotal...
Wildfire conditions roar back, Pacific Northwest braces for challenging August
Firefighters have harnessed the temporary break of cooler weather and no new lightning fires to add miles and miles of new containment lines across nearly 30 large wildfires on national forests in Oregon and Washington. But after just a short 72-hour reprieve, wildfire conditions across much of the Pacific Northwest are set to come roaring back. “August is showing us nothing but hot, dry, windy conditions and dry lightning all in the first week,” said Ed Hiatt, Pacific Northwest Assistant Fire Director for Operations. “Exhausted...
Electricity bill credits are rolling out to WA residents. Find out if you're eligible
State officials rolled out a program Monday providing a one-time $200 credit on electricity bills of up to 675,000 low- and moderate-income households in Washington. Funded with proceeds from the state’s auction of pollution credits, it’s the most visible investment yet from the Climate Commitment Act, a 2021 law that critics say is driving up energy costs for consumers and is targeted for repeal with an initiative on the November ballot. ...
‘Expanding your family:’ Washington Make-A-Wish seeks volunteers amid record numbers
“I’ve learned so much and grown through just being connected to them as people,” long-time Make-A-Wish Alaska and Washington (AKWA) volunteer, Teresa Perdue, told MyNorthwest earlier this month. Make-A-Wish is a nonprofit that grants “wishes” to children with critical illnesses. You may have seen Make-A-Wish on TV or...