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Edmonds sand sculptors get creative in annual competition
Sand sculptors of all ages gathered at Olympic Beach Friday to compete for top honors in the annual Edmonds sand sculpture contest, hosted by the Edmonds Waterfront Center. While the 25 entrants in this year’s contest weren’t able to take advantage of the super low tide like last year, they made space by clustering closer to the Waterfront Center.
Nneka Ogwumike hopes former WNBA team escapes cycle of 'transition' as she thrives in new home
Former WNBA MVP Nneka Ogwumike spent 12 seasons with the Los Angeles Sparks before the mental toll of being at the center of a franchise stuck in "transition" led the 34-year-old to sign with the Seattle Storm before the 2024 campaign. Ogwumike harbors no regrets over leaving Hollywood, and Seattle's 17-8 record at the All-Star break offers vindication for her move.
Pioneer Fire expands to 29,994 acres, evacuation orders remain in effect
STEHEKIN — The Pioneer Fire burning in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest has grown to 29,994 acres, with containment remaining at 14%. Northwest Incident Management Team 3, led by Incident Commander Lonnie Click, assumed command of the fire operations at 6:00 am. State fire assistance has been mobilized to support the Pioneer Fire, with Washington State Patrol Chief John Batiste authorizing the mobilization of state firefighting resources under the Washington State Fire Services Resource Mobilization Plan.
Dental therapists, who can fill cavities and check teeth, get the OK in more states
During a game of Red Rover when she was 16 years old, Rochelle “Roz” Siuvuq Ferry lost a front tooth. Ferry, who is Inupiaq, remembers having to get on a plane to get from her remote Alaskan village to the city of Nome to start the tooth replacement process. Traveling to Nome for dental care […] The post Dental therapists, who can fill cavities and check teeth, get the OK in more states appeared first on Utah News Dispatch.
Washington State Ranks Among Highest in Recreational Boating Fatalities
A new study reveals the dangers of recreational boating and just how deadly boating accidents are in some states. More people are enjoying boating with a 36% increase in annual economic activity in the industry since 2018, according to the National Marine Manufacturers Association. The most dangerous states for recreational...
As busy ferry lines extend, WSF and WSP try to crack down on line-cutting
Whether tempted by short-cutting a ferry line during the busy days of summer or just an inadvertent turn at the terminal, Washington State Ferries and the Washington State Patrol want riders to know: it'll cost you. And, thanks to an emphasis patrol rolling out now that includes WSF's Kitsap routes, it may be more likely that tickets will be issued to drivers who cut in front of others in the ferry line. ...
Forest management, protection a focus at state commissioner of public lands forum
The seven candidates running for Washington state commissioner of public lands shared their preferred policies and how they would manage and protect state lands last week at a forum in Vancouver to
Olympia committee looks at encouraging urban farming with updates to agricultural codes
Olympia is taking steps to remove barriers and incentivize urban farming as part of its efforts to increase local food production and self-sufficiency, reduce environmental impact, and promote health. On Thursday, Land Use Environment Committee members discussed the proposed code amendments allowing small-scale growing and harvesting of food crops in...
Foster parents of missing girl Oakley Carlson to hold school supply drive in August
The former foster parents of missing 6-year-old Oakville girl Oakley Carlson will hold a school supplies drive through the month of August in Oakley's honor. Oakley's foster ...
Des Moines City Manager’s Weekly Report for week ending July 19, 2024
Des Moines City Manager’s Weekly Report for week ending July 19, 2024. Director of Court Administration Earns National Recognition. Melissa Patrick, the Director of Court Administration for Des Moines, has been certified as a fellow of the Institute for Court Management at the National Center for State Courts. The certification ceremony took place at the United States Supreme Court in Washington, D.C. Melissa was the only graduate from Washington State this year. Her fellowship project was titled “DUI Courts: Why, How, & Going Forward.” Melissa began her career with the City in 2014 as a part-time file clerk and has since made significant contributions, including establishing the first probation department and bringing DUI therapeutic court to Des Moines.
Michael Reagan to speak at Veteran Art Exhibit in Lynnwood July 25
The Pacific Northwest Veteran Assistance Program/Operation Paint to Heal is hosting a Veteran Art Exhibit featuring artist Jake Powell from 3-7 p.m. Thursday, July 25 at Trinity Lutheran Church, 6215 196th St. S.W. in Lynnwood. The program begins at 4 p.m. Edmonds artist and veteran Michael Reagan of the Fallen...
Lucky 7! For the seventh straight year a Tacoma charity gives a car to a community volunteer
TACOMA, Wash — There is standing room only at the Tacoma auto body shop, Center Collision where owner Kevin House is about to make a big announcement. "We're gonna be giving away a car to a deserving person in our community today," he said. This is House's favorite day...
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