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New affordable housing units could curb displacement in this Tacoma neighborhood
An affordable housing project in Tacoma’s Hilltop Neighborhood is intended to address gentrification by prioritizing affordable housing for those who have been displaced or are at risk of being displaced. The more than 230 affordable housing units being added by the Housing Hilltop project make it the agency’s largest...
Lightning in the forecast for Western Washington this weekend
Summer storms might be brewing this weekend across Western Washington, forecasters say. "With this, we're expecting the potential of gusty winds, localized heavy rainfall, and even lightning!" the National Weather Service Seattle posted on their X account Thursday. A map the NWS posted showed that Tacoma and Eatonville both have...
Port moves forward with Waterfront Center, hires design firm
The Port of Olympia is moving forward with the Waterfront Center, a proposed three-story mixed-use building expected to be near Swantown Marina. The Port of Olympia Commission authorized Executive Director Alex Smith on Monday, August 12, to execute a contract with EHDD Architecture for a not-to-exceed amount of $1,026,636 to begin the design process of the building.
City Of Hoquiam To Buy Undeveloped Property
The City of Hoquiam will buy an 11 acre undeveloped property that’s northeast of downtown. In March, the city’s Revitalization Task Force recommended purchasing the land due to its development potential once the levee project is complete in 2027. The city voted to make the deal at this week’s council meeting. The Daily World says the city will pay $250,000 for the land that’s valued at $327,000 in what the property owner called part purchase, part donation.
Almira farmers unite to harvest 1,200 acres of wheat for grieving grower
ALMIRA - Harvesting 1,200 acres of wheat by his lonesome would have been an extremely tall task for a man mourning the loss of his dad who passed away a week ago. Dakota Childers lost his dad, Dale, just before it was time to harvest. Fortunately for Dakota, his farming connections, who also happen to be his friends, care about him and his late dad enough to band together to save the crestfallen cultivator 7 to 10 days of labor. Source ONE News spoke to Ben McKay, an Almira-area wheat farmer who has known the Childers family for years and misses Dale, dearly.
For Trevor: Grain growers in Mansfield do wheat harvest for family who lost their teen son
MANSFIELD - Within 48 hours after 19-year-old Trevor Moore's passing, a decision was made to help the people that raised him by harvesting 600 acres of wheat in Mansfield (Douglas County) on Monday. Born and raised as a wheat grower, Trevor sadly passed away last Saturday. Longtime neighbor, friend and...
Listings are up, interest rates may come down
Aug. 16—COLUMBIA BASIN — More homes are on the market this month than a year ago, according to data recently released by the Northwest Multiple Listing Service, which tracks real estate trends in 26 of Washington's 39 counties. Active listings increased 37.7% in July 2024 compared to July 2023, according to the NMLS. The increase in Grant County was less of a swing; there were 346 active ...
Washington Flash Flood Alert: Intense Storms Expected Over the Weekend
Spokane, WA – Flash Flood Watches have been issued for several counties in Washington State as a series of thunderstorms are expected to bring heavy rainfall and potentially dangerous conditions this weekend. The National Weather Service in Spokane has warned that flash flooding is likely in areas, particularly in Chelan, Okanogan, Kittitas, Yakima, Klickitat, and Skamania counties.
Retired WA state ferries sold for $100,000 each, heading to South America
SEATTLE - Two Washington State Ferries vessels are heading to Ecuador after a combined 100 years of service in Puget Sound. The Elwha and Klahowya have been out of commission since 2020 and 2017, respectively. WSF say the sale will alleviate costs and staffing concerns associated with storing and moving the old ferries around their docks.
500+-Unit Residential Tower in Seattle Pauses Development
Although a 46-story residential tower planned for Seattle’s Pike Place Market area has finally secured its master-use permit, the project is on hold indefinitely. According to a report from the Puget Sound Business Journal, Kevin Corbett, CEO of developer Plus Investment (USA), has cited rising crime concerns as a public safety issue that prevents the project from moving forward. The tower, located at 1516 2nd Ave., was originally planned as a for-sale condo project but could pivot to a for-rent building.
Popular Ballard breakfast restaurant will close in September
SEATTLE — A popular breakfast spot in Seattle's Ballard neighborhood said it is closing its doors next month. The Fat Hen, located at 1418 NW 70th St., posted on social media that it will be closing on Sept. 13. "Thank you to everyone that has lended their support of...
Slog AM: Prosecutors Drop Charges Against Pro-Palestine Protesters, Sonya Massey's Family Makes Demands, Harris Leads in Swing States
Perfect: As someone who is becoming more and more appreciative of cloud cover, I am really looking forward to the weather today. This morning will start out mostly cloudy with temperatures in the mid 60s. The sun should come out a little more around noon, and temperatures will continue to rise until we hit the low 70s. Perfect day to wear big pants, little top.
Puyallup’s South Hill team represents the Northwest in Little League World Series
This is one of those cases when just appearing is a big victory. Puyallp’s South Hill Little League team makes its World Series premiere Friday afternoon. “You try to put yourself in all the right places to give them the right opportunities,” South Hill coach Derek Jennings told KIRO Newsradio. “It takes so much luck and just being in the right place at the right time. And, it’s nothing you can really, you can really put into words.”
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