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How Bad Will Washington’s Winter Be? Farmers’ Almanac Says…
When summer hits, all I hear from family members and friends is, “It’s too hot!!!”. Then, a couple of months later, when winter hits, all they say is, “It’s too cold!!!”. And in that rare time frame between the two extremes, I get, “It’s too pumpkin’...
Cool and unsettled into the weekend!
Most will see mainly sunny skies with a slight increase in temperatures as we head into the upper 80s and 90s Thursday. Areas with more cloud coverage, like Wenatchee and Moses Lake will see temperatures just slightly cooler in the low to mid 80s. Northerly winds are set to pick up for the northern mountains of Washington and Idaho, as well as the Columbia Basin as an area of low pressure deepens over southern Oregon and central Idaho. Wind gust of 25mph and RH of 25% or less will create the potential for elevated fire danger. As the low continues to trek inland Friday, the Inland northwest will see southerly winds usher in maritime air, producing cool air advection...a rare phenomenon for our area. What that means for us is a drop in temperatures and a rise in dewpoints and the potential for showers Friday evening and overnight into Saturday.
Chris Vance is once again a Republican ... for Harris
Among the many political factions supporting Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris is a group from the other side of the aisle. Republicans for Harris is a national movement that has a handful of local Washingtonians on board.
Eastern Washington University gives tips for sending your kids to college
CHENEY, Wash. – Parents all over the region are preparing to send their kids off to college if they have not already.That is why Nonstop Local spoke with Maria Reyna at Eastern Washington University (EWU) about things parents should be thinking about but aren’t.Reyna says regardless of what college you are sending your kid to, it’s important to open a line of communication with your child about their academics.It is not like high school; you cannot just look up their grades whenever you want. You also can’t see if your kid is skipping class.Talk to your child. You can ask them to fill out a Release of Information (ROI) that will allow you to see what they want you to, but either way, Reyna says it is important to talk to your kid directly.Reyna also says it is important for parents to build a plan for their kid outside of the classroom and to make sure they are safe.A lot of parents can track their kid’s location through their smartphone. Reyna says this could be a good idea, but you can also reach out to campus safety and see what programs they have to support your child if they feel unsafe.You can also have a serious conversation about being a resource for them if they do get in a pinch. If something goes wrong, you want to know that they will call you.”Being mindful that [parents] are there to support them,” said Reyna. “And knowing that they are young adults and they are going to make mistakes, and so being there to support them is really key…”Reyna also says it’s important to encourage your kid to participate in extracurriculars because students do better when they get involved.They make friends that will last a lifetime, they find passions that they did not know they had, and they tap into their creative juices that keep them showing up and excited to be at school.So, as a parent, Reyna says to help them discover opportunities, help them realize their passions, and decide where to participate.Then follow up with them. Ask your kid how much time they are spending alone vs with a group. Ask how they are enjoying the start of their college experience. Transition can be hard, make sure they are okay.Lastly, Reyna says to see if your school’s tuition covers an insurance plan and figure out if your family plan covers clinics in the area. She says if your kid needs help, you need to know that they can get it, whether it’s physical, mental, or emotional. Make sure they have the support that they need.”I know that it’s not going to cover major medical expenses, so it’s really important to know what is it that the insurance is going to cover through the university and having that backup plan if they don’t cover things that [your kid] may need long term…”
SAINT JOHN FOOTBALL COACH’S CORNER WITH BOB DLWGOSH
In this Coach’s Corner Sam Torres sits down with Saint John Football Head Coach Bob Dlwgosh, a man who has been at the helm of a remarkable transformation for the Saint John Heralds football program. After several years of rebuilding, the team is now poised for success, with high hopes and a hunger for victory.
Hoopfest continues to grow post-pandemic
SPOKANE — More than 4,700 teams took to the streets of downtown Spokane for Hoopfest 2024 last month, the largest 3-on-3 basketball tournament on the planet that features nearly 400 basketball courts littered across the streets of Spokane. “It’s always one of the best times of the year,” said...
Spokane County anticipating $1.14 million loss due to affordable housing debts
(The Center Square) – Spokane County might adjust three affordable housing loans for a combined loss of $1.14 million due to the providers’ inability to make payments. The Board of County Commissioners returned to the conversation with more data after a prior meeting that left some feeling like they were throwing money out the door. While the three adjustments would contribute to a noteworthy loss, three others are making a profit. ...
As she takes the lead at River City Youth Ops, Kate Burke hopes to reinvigorate the organization where she got her start
For Kate Burke, stepping into her role as the executive director of River City Youth Ops this June marked the start of a new phase for herself and the organization. "When I saw the job description, I realized that this is something that truly brings me joy," she says. "Working with young people, community building, networking and working for something that you believe in is super important to me."
Town Toyota Center Announces Canceled Black Crowes Concert in November
The cancellation of the Aerosmith Tour has impacted Wenatchee fans of The Black Crowes. Town Toyota Center has announced their Wenatchee date on 11/22/2024 at the Town Toyota Center has been cancelled as well. Anyone holding tickets will receive a full refund including any associated fees. Refunds will go back...
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