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WA OSPI candidates weigh in on school safety in wake of Georgia school shooting
(The Center Square) – In the wake of Wednesday's school shooting in Georgia that left four dead, The Center Square reached out to the two candidates for the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction for their reaction and positions on school security, including having armed school resource officers on campus. Current Superintendent Chris Reykdal issued a news release in the aftermath of the Georgia tragedy. “My heart is shattered...
Clam digging returns: WDFW announces 42 tentative days of coastal digging opportunities
Shellfish managers with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) on Thursday announced 42 tentative days of razor clam digs at four coastal beaches from Oct. 3 through Dec. 31. ...
Washington to fix accessibility violations at its state parks
Deb Hodge and James Evans arrived at an accessible campsite at Paradise Point State Park in southwest Washington last May and quickly noticed something was off. The site was very far from the bathroom and had uneven paths and deep ruts in the camping area – all of which is unusual for a facility deemed […]
Lynnwood PD apologizes to family of slain girl after release of shooting video
The family of 13-year-old Jayda Woods-Johnson, shot and killed July 3 at Alderwood Mall, said the Lynnwood Police Department (LPD) failed to allow them to view surveillance footage of the shooting before it aired on local television stations. The Lynnwood PD has since apologized for its handling of the video.
Report: Washington ranks fifth in the nation for food stamp theft reimbursement
(The Center Square) – Washington state ranks No. 5 in the nation for stolen food stamp benefits that have been replaced by the federal government as part of a program aimed at offsetting the impact of electronic fraud, according to newly released data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Service. The data shows that more than 3,300 Washingtonians have been victimized by electronic theft of their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits, with nearly $1.5 million in stolen funds reimbursed by the USDA. ...
Free Support for Seniors in Washington: Services, Transportation, and More
Washington State offers a variety of free services for senior citizens aimed at enhancing their quality of life and providing support. There are many great services available just for the asking. Here are some ideas on where to start to locate services in your area.
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