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Mariners Take Another Flamethrower With Second Pick in MLB Draft
After taking the very intriguing Jurrangelo Cijntje in the first round of the MLB Draft, the Seattle Mariners struck again in the second round, taking another flamethrowing pitcher from the high school ranks.
WSU assistant coach Blake Fernandez traded in stethoscope for whistle
BLAKE FERNANDEZ HAD his plan. Once he finished his college basketball career at Western Washington, he was going to become a doctor. That plan began with a gap year, and was supposed to be followed by MCATs and medical school. But as the new Washington State assistant hoops coach was volunteering at a hospital, he got a call from his high school coach Nalim Sood.
Redmond Police warn of violent fake gold scam targeting vulnerable residents
REDMOND, Wash. - Scammers peddling fake gold jewelry on the Eastside are targeting vulnerable residents, including elderly and non-English-speaking residents. An attempted swindle caught on camera in Redmond turned into a full-out mugging, raising concerns among authorities. "The reason we’re bringing attention to it today is because we are seeing...
Centralia woman asks for support after young son snuck out of house, drowned in a pool
A Centralia woman is asking for community assistance to raise enough money to give her young son a proper burial after he drowned in a pool on Thursday, July 11. Elijah Ortega reportedly snuck ...
Charting a path to recovery: Comprehensive mental health and addiction services
Well-known for providing compassionate, research-based care and support to some of the most vulnerable members of our community, Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care is a community leader in mental health and addiction services. “Recovery from mental health illnesses and/or substance abuse is never linear,” says Jessica Forshee-Setzer, MS, LMHC, MHP...
No Lakewood Farmers Market or Summer Concerts for two weeks
The Lakewood Farmers Market and Summer Nights at the Pavilion Summer Concert are on hiatus the next two weeks. There will be no market or concert July 16 or 23. The pause is so the City of Lakewood can prepare for and recover from SummerFEST, happening July 20 at Fort Steilacoom Park.
Cranton selected by Seattle in third round of MLB Draft; Shojinaga goes to Phillies
Former Kansas pitcher Hunter Cranton and current KU infielder Kodey Shojinaga were picked in the MLB Draft on Monday, becoming the first Jayhawks selected in five years. “I’m really proud of Hunter and Kodey,” KU coach Dan Fitzgerald said in a press release. “Both guys are incredible workers, self starting, and ultra competitive. Their impact on KU Baseball will be felt for a long time.”
Details Emerge About Nika Muhl’s Basketball Star Boyfriend Who Everyone Is Just Finding Out About
Seattle Storm rookie Nika Muhl has crushed the hearts of thousands, if not millions, of men after it was revealed that she is in a relationship. The Croatian guard started going viral when she played for the University of Connecticut Huskies alongside Paige Bueckers. Her good play got her selected...
SR 109 to close to all traffic for three weeks
SR 109 near Hoquiam is set to close to all traffic and a detour will get travelers around a fish barrier removal project. Travelers heading to ocean beaches north of Grays Harbor are encouraged to give themselves extra time. Highway closure/detour specifics:. SR 109 at milepost 4.4 will close around...
Extended period of 80 degree warmth in Seattle
SEATTLE - We're tracking an extended period of 80 degree warmth in Seattle. The warm, dry and sunny weather lingers all week in Western Washington. Cloudy skies were on display this morning in Western Washington. Just how warm we get this afternoon depends on how quickly the clouds lift. The upper 70s to low 80s are likely around the greater Seattle region. It'll take longer for the clouds to clear along the coast.
Northwest senators denounce political violence, Republican VP pick
Democratic Sens. Maria Cantwell from Washington and Ron Wyden of Oregon condemned political violence following the attempted assassination of Donald Trump. The two also voiced their concerns over his pick for vice president.
WA Supreme Court lets high-capacity ammo ban stand for now
Washington’s ban on high-capacity magazines for semi-automatic weapons will stay in effect, at least for now, the Washington Supreme Court ruled on Monday. The Supreme Court decided the ban would remain in effect until it can hear arguments on the case in the state’s appeal of the lower court ruling. That hearing could potentially happen this fall.
100 human-caused wildfires since June; lightning in forecast for record dry forests
Since June, there have been 100 human-caused wildfires on national forests and grasslands in Oregon and Washington. While firefighters have been largely successful in putting out these preventable fires, the extremely hot and dry conditions are significantly ramping up fire danger across the region. “We’re entering a very dangerous time period in the Pacific Northwest wildfire season,” said Ed Hiatt, Pacific Northwest Assistant Fire Director for Operations. “Mother Nature turned on the oven for a week in local forests and now we’re preparing for the...
Don’t be that person: State troopers fine ferry line cutters $145
Have you ever been frustrated by a driver who cut in line at a ferry terminal? Well, you’re not alone. It happens every day all over the ferry system. Now the Washington State Patrol (WSP) is cracking down. “There will be some emphasis patrols this summer with some of...
Smoke, Sweat, and Tears: 5 Tiny Tweaks to Keep You Healthy During Fire Season
People look forward to summer. You may be one of them. Families in the Evergreen State plan early for outdoor activities that include picnics, reunions, sports, boating, camping, barbecuing, and loads of water activities in swimming pools, rivers, lakes, and the Pacific Ocean. Sadly, nothing ends the fun as quickly as a wildfire, or the smoke that emanates from them.
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