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What’s open on the Fourth of July in Washington?
The Fourth of July holiday, also known as Independence Day, celebrates the Second Continental Congress’ unanimous adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, a document announcing the colonies’ separation from Great Britain. One year later, according to the Library of Congress, a spontaneous celebration in...
New WA program aims to help first-time homebuyers who faced discrimination
(The Center Square) – On Monday, Washington launched a new program aimed at offering home buying assistance to minorities who faced housing discrimination or were born into families impacted by racially restrictive covenants of the past. The Covenant Homeownership Program allows qualified homebuyers to apply through their lenders for...
Washington State’s Tough New Law Targets Street Racing Spectators
Washington State's Tough New Law Targets Street Racing Spectators. If you are seen hanging out, filming, and organizing a street race, you'll soon find yourself in hot water with the police. Can Street Racing Spectators Get A Ticket For Watching The Race In WA State?. In this day and age...
Methow Valley Home Tour offers ‘ARTfully designed in Winthrop’
The creativity and craft of home designers and builders will be on full display for the 21st annual Methow Valley Home Tour, presented by The Confluence: Art in Twisp on Saturday (July 6) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The homes on the 2024 Home Tour feature the variety of...
WA ballot initiative would cut $848.6M of environmental programs
It takes about five minutes to cross the channel between Anacortes and Guemes Island. But the trip seems a lot longer to the people waiting in their cars to board the ferry that takes them across. On a recent Tuesday afternoon, traffic backed up on both sides of the channel,...
Advocates in Washington State say Supreme Court is Punishing the Homeless
Advocates for affordable housing are still grappling with a U.S. Supreme Court decision they say could criminalize homelessness. Justices voted 6-3 in favor of Grants Pass, Ore., which passed an ordinance allowing fines for people sleeping in public, even if they have nowhere else to go. Rachael Myers, executive director...
Liberal Californians Moving to Idaho are in for a Rude Awakening
The exodus from Gavin Newsom's California continues as more people move to Idaho. Idahoans, known for their warm and welcoming nature, are embracing newcomers while upholding traditional American values. Their love for the country is evident, and they are not in favor of big-government liberals trying to take control of their lives.
Seattle surgeon to pay $5 million due to manipulating online consumer ratings
WHATCOM COUNTY, Wash. — The Washington State Attorney General’s (AG) Office announced Tuesday, July 2nd, that a plastic surgeon must pay $1.5 million in restitution to 21,000 Washingtonians. Allure is also required to remove any misleading or false information about the plastic surgery practice from its website, including...
The future of a Pullman dispensary is in jeopardy after a string of license suspensions
On June 27, the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (LCB) issued an emergency suspension of the license for MJ's Pot Shop in Pullman, closing the business for 180 days. According to enforcement records, the emergency suspension followed a pair of temporary suspensions that were not obeyed, plus eight other violations of state regulations over the past two years, including sale to a minor and issues with tax reporting.
Pyrotechnicians and performers make Riverfront Park's 4th of July celebration come alive
SPOKANE, Washington- A massive crowd is expected for the fireworks show tonight in Riverfront Park. The bright, colorful display will light up the sky, right in the heart of the city.
Moses Lake likely eyeing contracted EMS services
Jul. 4—MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake City Council members may be considering eliminating the city-funded ambulance service and hiring a private contractor, according to a statement released by the Moses Lake Firefighters Local 1258. "On June 26, I was informed that the city of Moses Lake had for the last several months been in communication with Lifeline Ambulance, a private ambulance company that ...
Rolfe replaces Chavez as superintendent of schools in Soap Lake; Britt becomes principal
SOAP LAKE - The Soap Lake School District is excited to announce the appointment of two new educational leaders to its administrative team. William Britt has been named the new Middle/High School Principal, while Angela Rolfe has returned to the district as the Interim Superintendent. William Britt, previously the Assistant...
Here is a list of the Fourth of July fireworks happening around the Spokane area
SPOKANE, Wash. — In Spokane, the main event for Fourth of July will be at Riverfront Park. Fireworks to celebrate the fourth and the closing ceremony for Expo 74 celebrations will begin at 10 p.m. at the clock tower. Also in Spokane, Avista Stadium will have both baseball and...
‘Anything With Wheels’ to be Held in Ephrata
The Ephrata Chamber of Commerce, Grocery Outlet, Pro Auto Repair LLC and Jerry’s Auto Supply will present the Car Show and Shine “Anything With Wheels” on Saturday, July 20, in Ephrata. Classic cars, motorcycles, trucks, bikes, and other vehicles will be on display from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The vehicles will be lined up on C Street NW in front of the Grant County Courthouse and West Division Street.
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