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Inslee defends energy credit program against claims of influencing voters
(The Center Square) – Washington Gov. Jay Inslee is defending a statewide plan for qualifying households to receive a $200 energy rebate from their local utility funded by the Climate Commitment Act against accusations that it’s effectively a bribe to get voters to reject a November initiative that would repeal the CCA. Under the state program, $150 million derived from CCA revenue will go toward providing $200 energy rebates in September to more than 675,000 low-income households throughout the state. ...
7/31 10:00 am Big Horn Fire Final Update
The KCSO has rescinded all evacuation levels in the Big Horn Fire area. All roads including Alderdale Rd are now open as well. There are fire crew in the area providing mop up, please stay clear and drive carefully around the areas where they are located. 7/29 at 10:00 am:
Wenatchee Pet of the Week “Doug” Was a Stray but He Needs a Furever Home
Meet sweet 7-year-old Doug, a little bundle of joy who thrives on human company and adores cuddling up with his favorite people. Doug arrived at Wenatchee Valley Humane Society (WVHS) as a stray with a story that would touch your heart. Despite being hard of hearing and slightly blind, Doug is always all smiles when he's among friends.
Ellensburg Climbers Set New Speed Record for Scaling Washington's Five Tallest Volcanoes
Two climbers from Ellensburg have set a new speed record for summiting Washington's five tallest Cascade Range volcanoes. Nick Burson and Marc McPherson, experienced climbing partners, completed the feat in 3 days, 23 hours, and 44 minutes, significantly faster than the previous record set in 2021. Starting at around 10...
Cashmere law firm hosts free watch party to cheer on Hailey Van Lith at the Olympics
WENATCHEE — Gatens Green Weidenbach PLLC, a Cashmere law firm, is hosting a free watch party to cheer on former Cashmere basketball star Hailey Van Lith as she plays for the USA Olympic team in the 3x3 women’s basketball competition. Van Lith graduated from Cashmere High School and...
Remembering when Leavenworth’s Arlene Wagner was on Conan
Remembering when Leavenworth’s Arlene Wagner Was on Conan O’Brien. I remember the hype of Conan O’Brien’s TV talk show moving from NBC to TBS. The well-promoted debut was on Monday night, November 8th, 2010. Conan’s first guest was Arlene Wagner, the curator of Leavenworth’s Nutcracker Museum.
Lower Granite Fire Consumes 2,000 Acres and Destroys One Structure in Garfield County
POMEROY - The Lower Granite Fire, formerly the Dan Fire, broke out in Garfield County, north of Pomeroy, at around 11:30 a.m. on Monday. The blaze grew quickly due to strong winds, pushing smoke and ash into the Moscow and Pullman areas. By Monday evening, the fire had reportedly torched about 2,000 acres as it continued to push east into the Snake River Canyon on the Garfield County side. It burned in the canyon across the river from Wawawai Landing and Granite Point in Whitman County.
Leavenworth swim team wraps up another successful season at league champs meet
WENATCHEE – Under bright blue skies at the Wenatchee City Pool on Saturday, July 27, the Wenatchee Valley Summer Swim League’s (WVSSL) season culminated with its annual championships. Six hundred racers, aged 6-18, from Leavenworth, Ephrata, Wenatchee, Quincy, Waterville, East Wenatchee, and Cashmere took to the starting blocks with hopes of ribbons, personal records, and fun.
Storage units damaged in East Kennewick fire
KENNEWICK, Wash.-Fire crews responded to a fire on South Gum Street and East 1st on the morning of July 31. According to Tim Harkins, Kennewick Fire Department Battalion Chief, the fire started in a homeless encampment and spread to the north side of the tracks. Some storage units were damaged...
A Washington Iconic Bridge Marks Its 70th Anniversary
Today, 7/30/24, marks the 70th anniversary of an iconic symbol of the Tri-Cities. Created on July 30th, 1954, The Pioneer Memorial Bridge has stood the test of time and is now getting a facelift. The Pioneer Memorial Bridge, better known as the Blue Bridge, has played a significant role in the Tri-Cities area, connecting Pasco, Kennewick, and Richland since its opening. Here are some highlights from its history:
Longtime Richland furniture store set to close
A Richland furniture store is closing its doors this month after a final sale of all its current inventory, estimated to be worth $4 million. Ennis Fine Furniture has been in business at 1895 Fowler St. in Richland since 1981. It opened in 1946 in Boise. Third-generation owner David Ennis’...
Community rallies to help ranchers after Cow Valley Fire in Oregon
VALE, Ore. — Ranchers are reeling after a wildfire in eastern Oregon destroyed prime grazing land, forcing many to rely on hay much earlier than usual. The Cow Valley Fire, now 99% contained, burned roughly 133,000 acres northwest of Vale over the last couple of weeks. "We've seen cows...
Oregon heat: Temperatures near 100 degrees, possible lightning set to return
Oregon heat is returning, and it could bring a bit of unwanted lightning as well. Temperatures are forecast to surpass 100 degrees east of the Cascades and climb near 100 in the Willamette Valley on Thursday. Thunderstorms could return by Friday night into Saturday, which could bring new wildfires or fire growth. ...
Man shot in abdomen in Milton-Freewater
MILTON-FREEWATER – The Milton-Freewater Police Department reports a 35-year-old man was shot in the abdomen Sunday night. It happened just before 10 p.m. in the area of NE Third Avenue and NE Miller Street. The victim was transported to Providence St. Mary Medical Center by ambulance. Chief Joe Shurtz...