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Gusty Winds and Frosty Mornings: Inland Northwest Washington Faces Critical Fire Conditions
The National Weather Service in Spokane has issued warnings as a strong cold front continues to bring gusty winds throughout the Inland Northwest, creating critical fire weather conditions. Blowing dust has been reported, with gusts reaching up to 50 mph near Ephrata and Moses Lake. Red flag warnings remain in effect until 7 PM this evening due to low humidity levels, which have dropped as low as 11%.
DNR supporting reforestation efforts with over $900,000 awarded to Washington communities
SPOKANE, Wash. — The Washington State Department of Resources (DNR) is awarding grants to communities affected by wildfires in support of reforestation efforts. "Post-fire recovery is a challenge for a lot of communities, a lot of landowners and a lot of state agencies," said Collin Haffey, DNR's post-fire recovery program manager. "And reforestation is a big part of that."
City of Spokane issues layoff notices amid $50 Million budget deficit
SPOKANE, Wash. — Twenty-nine Spokane city employees are facing possible layoffs as the city works to address its $50 million budget deficit. The layoff notices were issued last week as part of the city's efforts to reduce its budget shortfall for the upcoming fiscal year. The city's general fund,...
West Valley asks taxpayers for $11.8M levy after $92M bond failed in February
(The Center Square) – On Nov. 5, voters will submit ballots on who should serve as the next president, governor and county commissioner, among other offices, but also where their tax dollars go. After several Spokane school districts failed to pass bonds in February, the West Valley School District is back asking voters to pass an $11.8 million capital levy. Failure to do so could result in a larger bond request in the future. ...
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