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North Idaho air quality expected to reach advisory levels
Dozens of wildfires burning across the Pacific Northwest and Canada are decreasing air quality throughout North Idaho — and it’s uncertain when skies will clear. Air quality advisories are in place in many southern Idaho counties, and officials say the Air Quality Index across North Idaho is likely to reach advisory levels as wildfire smoke continues to drift into the area. Dan Smith, the regional airshed coordinator at the Idaho Department of Air Quality, said people can expect “real increases” in AQI in the coming days and even weeks, depending on several factors.
Overnight Fire Destroys Home, Spreads To Hills Near Cashmere
Chelan County Fire District 6 from Monitor is on the scene of a fire at a residence in the 6600 block of North Dryden Road. The fire is reported to have destroyed a home and spread into the adjacent hillside. The fire has been burning several acres as a result...
Three Spokane high schools are now equipped with on-campus medical centers for day-to-day health services
Do you remember how exciting it was in high school when you got to leave class early for a doctor's appointment? That moment of relief as you spent an hour or two away from the classroom felt magical, but if you asked your parents, they might remember it differently. They'd...
Checking out some of the free summer concert series in the Inland Northwest
While some of the best concerts of the summer take place under an open sky at the Spokane Pavilion and Northern Quest Resort & Casino's BECU Live, you needn't pay headliner ticket prices to get your outdoor live music fix. Before it gets too late into the season, the Inlander team went to check out a few standout free family-friendly outdoor concerts series.
This Washington Fire Year Really Isn’t Easy!
Current Situation: The Easy Fire is burning through dense timber, dead trees, and ground vegetation on very steep terrain. Activity near State Route 20 has moderated, but there is still fire within the north and south sides of the perimeter. Firefighters, in collaboration with the Washington Department of Transportation (WSDOT), have been clearing debris and fallen trees from the highway. The closure status of the highway is being frequently reassessed, so check the WSDOT travel map for updates.
FBI Issues Jugging Warning: Video All Washingtonians Need to See
The FBI has issued a warning of an increasing crime trend called "jugging." Jugging is when a criminal suspect or group targets a customer leaving a bank ATM, or building with a significant amount of cash. Thieves approach victims as they get into their vehicles, or in some cases actually follow the victim as they drive off, to rob them at another location.
Pear psylla IPM efficacy the topic at Washington State University field day
To test how well pear psylla IPM is working for growers in the Wenatchee River Valley area, Washington State University entomologists set up a series of paired orchards to compare pest levels in conventional orchards to those using integrated pest management strategies. The problem is that growers, pleased with the...
Here is a report of Spokane's average wages and employment rates
SPOKANE, Wash. — The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported that workers in the Spokane and Spokane Valley Metropolitan Statistical Area made an average hourly wage of $30.93 as of May 2023. This is compared to the nationwide average of $31.48 an hour. BLS Regional Commissioner Chris Rosenlund...
Visual Simulations Of Controversial Wind Farm Proposed Near Kamiak Butte Unveiled
The company that wants to build and operate a controversial wind farm near Kamiak Butte North of Pullman unveiled visual simulations of the project to the public Thursday. Steelhead Americas proposal calls for 45 turbines on privately leased ground near the National Natural Landmark. A large coalition of local residents is fighting the Harvest Hills Wind Project. A major focus of the opposition is over impacts the wind turbines will have on the views around the iconic butte. Steelhead Americas produced mockups of what the wind farm would look like from various views.
Southbound I-5 in SW Washington could face 90-minute delays on Friday
The Washington State Department of Transportation has reduced southbound traffic on I-5 near Woodland to two lanes for a 50-day project, causing up to a 90-minute delay, and recommends drivers plan to travel outside of peak hours to avoid delays.
Kroger, Albertsons to pause merger during lawsuits; 3 Central Oregon Safeways could be affected
Kroger and Albertsons have agreed to temporarily halt their proposed merger, pending lawsuits filed in Colorado and by the Federal Trade Commission, according to the Associated Press. The move means the potential sale of three Central Oregon Safeway stores will be on hold. Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser sued to...
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