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Feds Announce Massive Solar Project on Hanford Nuclear Site
Originally, the goal of cleaning up the Hanford nuclear site, according to various Federal sources including NOAA, "is to restore the natural resources affected by contamination from decades of nuclear defense activities at the Hanford Nuclear Site." (Bold added for emphasis). Now, Feds plan to put up 8,000 acre solar...
Malheur Lumber Co. closes, marking fifth Oregon mill shutdown this year
UPDATE: A lumber mill in Toledo announced that it would close by the end of July, laying off 50 workers, according to the Lincoln County Leader. In addition, a previous timber mill, Prairie Wood Products in Eastern Oregon, suspended operations and laid off the majority of its employees on March 1. That bring the...
Meteor Showers This Week Sparks Faith Martin’s Childhood Memories
Two meteor showers will peak this week! Don't Miss this!. I love this stuff! I'm so intrigued with space and the night sky!. When I was a little girl, I kept my horse at a place called "The Chapporal Corral" This horse boarding facility was 23 acres that bordered another forty five acres and that bordered Henry Cowell National Forest. I lived in the town of Felton about 5 miles inland from Santa Cruz. Felton is known for our famous "Felton Covered Bridge"
2024 Waterfollies come to a close; A weekend of unexpected events and rough racing
TRI-CITIES, Wash. — Wrapping up three days of racing and air shows, the 2024 Waterfollies have come to a close. Leaders from the organization say despite several unexpected events, the weekend was a huge success. Beginning on Friday, the races and the air show got started but excluded one...
Local phone store offering free backpacks ahead of upcoming school year
RICHLAND, Wash. — With august on the horizon, the back-to-school season is heating up for parents to get their kids the items they'll need for the new year. To help ease the back-to-school burden a local phone store, TCC Verizon, is stepping up. Located at 1041 George Washington Way,...
Smoky skies becoming cloudy with a few sprinkles and gusty winds this afternoon
Air Quality Alert for Yakima, Klickitat, Walla Walla, Columbia, Garfield, Asotin, Benton, Chelan, Okanogan, Ferry, and Stevens Counties in Washington until further notice…. Regional wildfire smoke can impact respiratory issues, irritate eyes, and cause a scratchy throat. Sensitive groups in Eastern Washington and Oregon could be at risk for smoke...
Washington’s aerospace industry contributed more than $71B in revenue in 2023
In 2023, Washington state’s aerospace industry had more than $71 billion in business revenue, according to a recent Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce and Community Attributes report. “The aerospace industry is a cornerstone of Washington’s economy and is growing as it recovers from industry-wide challenges,” Rachel Smith, Chamber president and CEO, said. “With 77,400 aerospace […] The post Washington’s aerospace industry contributed more than $71B in revenue in 2023 appeared first on Transportation Today.
Last Year, Washington Prisons Delayed Roughly One-third Of All Inmate Release Dates, Costing Taxpayers Millions Of Dollars
In February 2011, a photo was taken of correctional officers overseeing inmates as they walked past at the Washington Corrections Center in Shelton, Wash. Recent data shows that almost one-third of inmates released in fiscal 2023 from Washington prisons were not released on their scheduled release dates. This delay has hindered their ability to reintegrate into society, ultimately costing taxpayers millions. The Shelton facility, in particular, had the longest and most frequent delays according to the Department of Corrections’ records.
Target shoppers outraged after extra $10 ‘spirits fee’ turns up on receipt – but chain insists surcharge is above board
TARGET shoppers have raged about an additional fee added to receipts for a specific item. An image showed the retailer charging a “Spirits Fee” to someone and it stirred up debate but the chain said the issue was a state one. This photo showed how one shopper was...
In long-sought change, states must consider tribal rights when crafting water rules
In the 1800s, the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa joined other tribes in signing a pair of treaties with the federal government, giving up massive swaths of land in return for the creation of a reservation in eastern Minnesota. The treaties included a guarantee: Tribal members would be able to return in […]
Feds Announce Massive Solar Project on Hanford Nuclear Site
Originally, the goal of cleaning up the Hanford nuclear site, according to various Federal sources including NOAA, "is to restore the natural resources affected by contamination from decades of nuclear defense activities at the Hanford Nuclear Site." (Bold added for emphasis). Now, Feds plan to put up 8,000 acre solar...
Washington State Serial Killer Once Played for Green Bay Packers
Washington State Serial Killer Once Played for Green Bay Packers. When you read about serial killers, some are reclusive while others are surprisingly extroverted and one such serial killer from Washington State even went on to play for the Green Bay Packers. The I-5 Killer Was Only Convicted Of One...