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Cowlitz Convention responsible for splitting Washington from Oregon
Those portions of Oregon Territory lying south and north of the Columbia River must from their geographical position, difference in climate and internal resources, remain in a great degree distinct communities, with different interests and policies in all that appertains to their domestic legislation, and the various interests that are to be regulated, nourished, and cherished by it.”
Asotin freshmen welcomed with Ignition program on first day of school
ASOTIN, WA – FOCUS Training, a leadership-based business, has been around for over 30 years. They are based out of Wisconsin, of those 30 years they’ve been helping schools for 20 years through a program called Ignition. Ignition helps freshmen have a smooth transition from middle school to...
Opening day at Walla Walla Fair & Frontier Days
Walla Walla, WA- Older than the state of Washington August 28 marks the start of the 158th year of Walla Walla's Fair and Frontier days. Between fresh food, cute animals, and even Martina McBride taking the stage on opening night, theres plenty of things to enjoy. In fact, the Sea...
Governor Jay Inslee to give Keynote Address in Yakima
YAKIMA- Outgoing Washington State Governor Jay Inslee will give the keynote address at the Annual FDR Dinner and Gala in Yakima, September 14th. The dinner and auction will be held at the Yakima Convention Center on Saturday September 14th, 2024. The theme for this year’s event, 'Rendezvous with Destiny', is...
Washington state doles out $14 million of CCA revenue to orgs, tribes
(The Center Square) – The Washington State Department of Health has announced $14 million of grant money from Climate Commitment Act revenue has been awarded to 41 different community organizations and tribes. The $14 million in grant money has been awarded under two separate programs: $750,000 from the Climate and Health Adaptation Initiative (CHAI) Community Capacity Grant Program and the remainder from the Healthy Environment for All (HEAL) Capacity Grant program. ...
A local tattoo artist does the noble thing in raising her teenage sister
RICHLAND, Wash. – A local tattoo artist opens her first shop at 25 in Richland, all while raising two children and her teenage sister. Jenna Noble, the owner of Nobletats in Richland, tells me art and tattooing are her passions but said family always comes first. Noble says she...
Hermiston to Form Task Force for Possible Indoor Aquatic Center
The city of Hermiston will put together a task force in the coming weeks to look into the feasibility of an indoor aquatic and recreation facility. The task force, made up of regional stakeholders, will study various types of facilities, capital and operational costs and possible site locations for an indoor Health, Wellness and Aquatic Center or HWAC.
Yakima Meeting Set for Annexation Concerns on September 17
The Yakima City Council talked about an annexation in Terrace Heights during the regular meeting at Yakima City Hall earlier this month. The proposed annexation of 1,000 acres east of the Yakima River was prompted by petitions from property owners. SO IF THE ANNEXATION IS EVENTUALLY APPROVED WHAT AREAS WOULD...
Kennewick business owner reflects on devastation and plans to reopen cafe after fire
KENNEWICK, Wash. — The Kennewick Fire Department has released more information on a fire that destroyed a business on W. Kennewick Ave. on Sunday night. The call for help came in at 7:42 p.m. to the Mis Raices Cafe and Restaurant.
Sunnyside City Council levies no confidence vote against Mayor in wake of budget crisis
SUNNYSIDE, Wash.-The Sunnyside City Council passed a no confidence vote for Mayor Dean Broersma on Aug. 26 following budget concerns and reports of a potential $4 million budget deficit. Councilmember Vicky Frausto put forth the resolution for a vote of no confidence after the budget situation and $4 million shortfall...
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