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Election cybersecurity top of mind in WA’s Secretary of State race
Washington’s Secretary of State’s Office has been called the “junk drawer” of state government — a collection of duties that don’t fit neatly elsewhere. Elections. Corporate records. Nonprofit registration. Washington archives. Keeper of the official state seal. In recent years the office added election...
Washington leaders unveil innovative fish passage to revive Yakima River Basin salmon
CLE ELUM, Wash. — State, local and tribal leaders gathered Wednesday at the Cle Elum Dam to celebrate the reintroduction of sockeye salmon to the Yakima River Basin and mark the completion of a unique juvenile fish passage facility aimed at solving a longstanding ecological issue.
Man’s suicide in basement cell prompts renewed calls for more jail oversight in WA
If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org. Family members of a man whose suicide went undiscovered in Garfield County’s jail for over 18 hours are calling for more oversight into local jails across Washington. Kyle Lara’s parents settled a claim with the county, in […] The post Man’s suicide in basement cell prompts renewed calls for more jail oversight in WA appeared first on Washington State Standard.
Senate Republican ‘blindsided’ by removal and ordered return of Green Hill School inmates
The lead Republican on the state Senate committee that oversees Washington’s correctional system says he felt “blindsided” by the removal — and ordered return — of 43 inmates from Green Hill School in Chehalis. The statement by state Sen. Matt Boehnke, R-Kennewick, comes after the...
“Mommy is in the trees”: Surviving Toddler’s Words Still Haunt Washington
Just two weeks before Christmas, 1985, a young toddler is found wandering alone outside a Kmart in western Washington. Her parents couldn't be found anywhere. A few days later, the young girl - named Crystal - was reunited with her grandmother. There was only one clue that Crystal could offer to the location of her missing parents:
Appeals court dismisses GOP states’ attempt to intervene in mifepristone challenge
Idaho and a group of GOP-led states won’t be allowed to join the state of Washington’s lawsuit against the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) mifepristone regulation, a federal appeals court ruled Wednesday. The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals said Idaho couldn’t prove an injury related to the FDA’s regulations, so it did not have standing…
Washington National Guard helicopter crew mobilized to help fight wildfires
JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, Wash — A Washington Army National Guard helicopter crew was mobilized Wednesday to help wildland firefighters across eastern, WA. According to the Washington National Guard, A UH-60 Blackhawk and a crew from 1st Battalion, 168th General Support Aviation will be dropping water on multiple fires. The...
WA Fish & Wildlife Says, “Don’t Float The Icicle”
The Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife and the Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery are recommending people no longer float the waters of Icicle Creek. The agencies say water levels in the creek have reached their summertime lows, which means inner tubing the creek will take a long time and include sections where walking would be necessary.
South Bend library temporarily closes after mold found
The South Bend Timberland Library has been closed temporarily due to health and safety concerns. Following a fire outside the building in March, which led to shattered windows and the relocation of library materials, Timberland Regional Library (TRL) engaged their insurance company to conduct an inspection. During the inspection, concerns...
Hoquiam Police to use new funding for auto theft preventon and recovry
The Hoquiam Police Department received $25,000 from the Washington Auto Theft Prevention Authority (WATPA) to combat and prevent motor vehicle theft and other related crimes. According to the department, these funds will ultimately help victims of auto theft. They say that this means the department can devote additional resources to...
Oregon Trail Days: Pioneer Village, a parade, music, food and more coming to Tenino this weekend
Tenino’s marquee event is set to take place for the 57th year on Friday, July 26, through Sunday, July 28. Oregon Trail Days celebrates the town’s role in the historic
Washington Pays $15M in Foster Care Abuse Settlement | Centralia Case Exposes Systemic Failures
Centralia, WA – The State of Washington has agreed to a $15 million settlement with three sisters who endured years of sexual abuse at a foster home in Centralia. The abuse, which reportedly spanned from 1990 to 2000, began when the sisters were just four, five, and six years old, continuing until they reached their teenage years. Described by their attorneys as a “compound” with a “cult-like” environment, the foster home housed up to 12 children at times.
Downtown Merchants to Host Inaugural Camas Art & Wine Walk on Sept. 7
Camas, WA — A brand new event for wine and art enthusiasts is coming to Camas on Saturday, September 7 from noon to 5 pm. Attendees over the age of 21 will visit 17 wineries at 17 downtown Camas merchant locations as part of the first ever Camas Art & Wine Walk.
Providence St. Peter, Centralia Nationally Recognized for Commitment To Providing High-Quality Cardiovascular Care
Providence St. Peter and Centralia hospitals were two of just 47 hospitals in Washington to receive Get With The Guidelines achievement awards for demonstrating commitment to following up-to-date, research-based guidelines for the treatment of heart disease and stroke. This ultimately led to more lives saved, shorter recovery times and fewer readmissions to the hospital.
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