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Bureau of Land Management issues fire restrictions for Northwest Oregon district
Fire restrictions are in effect for all Bureau of Land Management public lands throughout the Northwest Oregon District. BLM leaders encourage all visitors to be aware of active restrictions and closures as warmer, drier weather sets in around the Pacific Northwest. These fire restrictions help reduce the risk of human-caused fires. The BLM Oregon/Washington statewide Fire Restrictions went into effect May 24th, prohibiting fireworks, exploding targets or metallic targets, steel component ammunition (core or jacket), tracer or incendiary devices, and sky lanterns. ...
$1.6 million in Scholarships to learn a trade in Washington.
I don't know about you, but in my family when I was a kid, the goal was always to go to college. Both of my parents were college educated. All of my siblings went to college, I was the youngest in my family, and I was expected to go to college as well. I went to what is now called Central Washington University. (Back then, it was State College.)
City project on the water
This barge, crane and equipment on Fidalgo Bay are for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Outfall project that the City of Anacortes is just starting. The owners of the MJB property allowed the city to use the area as a staging area for the very large pipes for this project. About...
Kirkland to be cut in half this weekend due to I-405/NE 85th Street Interchange
How do you make room for a bus stop in the middle of the freeway? You move the freeway — and that’s what’s happening on Northeast 85th Street in Kirkland. Sound Transit’s new Bus Rapid Transit line on Interstate 405 (I-405) includes a new direct access ramp and bus stop in the middle of the freeway at 85th. To squeeze it in there, the Washington Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is moving I-405 to the east and the west, building new bridges over 85th Street. And that leads us to this weekend’s full closure of 85th.
Prison powwow: Native families connect with their loved ones behind bars
In line to enter a state prison north of Olympia, 10-year-old Ahyoka Wixon cannot stay still. “My dad’s friend made me a jingle dress!” she says to a friendly man standing off to the side of the line, adorned in cultural regalia from head to toe. Her grandmother, 62-year-old Tina Wixon, pulls her away, reminding her not to bother strangers — but the man doesn’t seem to mind.
Eyes-Shocked! Washington Sees Closure of Prominent Coffee Chain Location
WFCN – Loyal customers of a well-known coffee business have started a petition in response to the announcement that a large shop in Washington state will be closing this summer. A large Starbucks in the Alki area of western Seattle, Washington, was set to close its doors earlier this...
Amazon, then and now: 30 years later, looking back at the early days
SEATTLE — From scrappy Seattle startup to global superpower: this month marks the 30th anniversary of Amazon. The retailer went from a humble Bellevue start-up to a world-force that’s changed the way we shop, move, and live. But before Amazon made up more than a third of the...
Brady's Spin: Ty France Moves Signals the Mariners Are Finally Acting with Urgency
The Seattle Mariners placed longtime first baseman Ty France on irrevocable waivers on Sunday, meaning his time with the organization is coming to an end. Though a tough move, it's a move that signals that the M's are finally playing with some urgency.
Mariners Pitcher Does Something Not Done in Last Six Years of Organizational History
Of course Emerson Hancock would rather be pitching in the major leagues right now, but he's still a valuable piece of the organization who made organizational history on Sunday.
Skanska Tops Out 324-Unit Kaye in Seattle’s Belltown Neighborhood
31-story multi-family tower targeting LEED Gold, Salmon-Safe, Fitwel, and WiredScore Gold certifications. Seattle, WA (July 19, 2024) – Skanska, a leading global development and construction firm, today announced it has topped out Kaye, its 260,619 square foot, 31-story, multi-family tower located on the 2200 Block of Fourth Ave in Seattle’s Belltown neighborhood. Skanska is both building and developing the residential tower, which includes 6,100 square feet of neighborhood “living room” spaces and ground floor retail. Construction on Kaye began in Winter 2023 and is expected to be completed in 2025.
Ferry captains ask fishermen to give them space on the water
Captain Russell Fee has spent 20 years at the helm of Washington State Ferries. Puget Sound is his wheelhouse, and fishing season is always an adventure. “He’s right where we want to be, that little pleasure boat, so we’ll see if he moves out of the way,” Fee said, as he scanned the water from his perch upon the ferry Spokane.
RON CAPPS WALKS AWAY FROM EXPLOSIVE INCIDENT
As a student of the game, Ron Capps knows the inherent dangers of driving a nitro-burning Funny Car. Sunday, outside of Seattle, Wash., the three-time NHRA Funny Car driver was given a reminder. During the first round at the NHRA Northwest Nationals, Capps’ NAPA Auto Parts-sponsored Toyota Funny Car exploded...
Austin Prock Drives Cornwell Chevy To The Top Once Again
Point leader Austin Prock will start his Cornwell Tools Chevrolet Camaro SS from a familiar position Sunday when he chases the Funny Car championship in the 35th NHRA Northwest Nationals at Pacific Raceways. The 28-year-old grandson of former NHRA touring pro Tom Prock claimed the No. 1 qualifying position for...
An Evening With Kristin Chenoweth with Symphony Tacoma
Saturday, October 5 at 7:30 p.m. Experience an unforgettable evening with Tony & Emmy Award winner Kristin Chenoweth LIVE at the Pantages Theater, accompanied by the magnificent Symphony Tacoma. Known for her iconic performances in Wicked, Glee, and You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown, Kristin has captivated audiences with her...
Cashmere's Simonson scores Hall of Fame honor after 44 years of officiating
CASHMERE– After 44 years of officiating sports games both in the local area and statewide, Cashmere local Steve Simonson is looking forward to his induction into the Washington Officials Association (WOA) Hall of Fame. Simonson originally grew up in Indiana, making the move out to Washington in 1976. After...
The 22nd Annual Pickersfest Music Festival Returns to Winlock on August 2 to 4
Music fans will be returning to beautiful Winolequa Park, just outside the city of Winlock, the first weekend in August, for the 22nd annual Pickersfest Music Festival. The festival officially starts on Friday, August 2nd and runs through Sunday morning, August 4th. The three-day music event will feature acoustic music,...
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