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$500 Stimulus Checks to 250,000 Residents: 5 States Launch Relief Programs Amid Ongoing Economic Recovery
In July 2024, several US states, including California and Michigan, are distributing monthly stimulus checks of up to $500 to residents, aiming to alleviate financial strain exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. July 2024 Stimulus Checks – States Provide Up to $500 Monthly to Ease Financial Burdens According to Marca, in July 2024, several states in […]
Red flag warning and excessive heat advisory
Heat Advisory for Eastern Washington into Northern Oregon from noon Friday to 10 PM Sunday. - Stay hydrated, wear sunscreen and find cover from the sun when possible. Red Flag Warning for Eastern Washington into Northern Oregon from 11 AM Sunday to 9 PM Sunday.
Community cleanup tackles Miller Park
YAKIMA, Wash.- Several people who live and work near Miller Park are taking action into their own hands to keep their city clean. Aaron Siebol works downtown with Haute Ballroom and lives only minutes away, driving by the park most days. Seeing trash left in the grass and streets, he rounded up originations like Saint Andrews’ Church and the Woman’s Century Club to clean.
Union Gap Police ask public to 'be vigilant' after surplus patrol car stolen
UNION GAP, Wash. -- The Union Gap Police Department is looking for a stolen decommissioned patrol SUV. According to UGPD, the silver 2017 Ford Explorer was stolen between the night of July 13 and the early hours of July 14 from the 2600 block of Main Street in Union Gap after being bought by a local business at an auction. The SUV is no longer a UGPD patrol car and has no police markings other than fully functioning emergency equipment and push bars.
Tri-Cities Airport Using Worms to Solve a Huge Pollution Problem
If successful, this new system using worms will be used to solve this huge pollution problem at airports all over the world. Tri-Cities Airport (PSC) Using Worms to Solve Pollution. The Tri-Cities Airport (PSC) has teamed up with BioFiltro to try a new theory to study the effectiveness of worm-powered...
REACH Museum celebrates a decade with free events and new exhibits in Tri-Cities
Richland Wash. — The REACH Museum is celebrating ten years in the Tri-Cities community. To celebrate, the museum is offering four more special events this month, with most being free for Tri-Cities residents. The museum is highlighting its exhibit featuring the groundbreaking, and grand opening. They're also highlighting the...
7 people displaced, 1 pet dead after house fire in Elk
ELK, Wash. — Seven people have been displaced and one pet is dead after a house fire in Elk on Sunday, July 14. According to Spokane County Fire District 4, fire crews responded to a house fire near East Valley Lane in Elk. SCFD4 said that the fire started...
AppleSox pitching staff combines for 7-0 shutout victory over CCL Showcase Team
WENATCHEE - The Wenatchee AppleSox shut out the Cascade Collegiate League Showcase team 7-0 on Saturday night at Paul Thomas Sr. Stadium. Evan Cloyd led the way for the AppleSox, driving in two runs and scoring twice in the non-league game. Seven AppleSox pitchers combined to blank the CCL team,...
Monday will be the "coolest" day of another brutally hot week - Matt
There's no end in sight to the hot weather. In fact, after a cooler Monday it will be back on the road to 100-degree temperatures later this week. On top of all of that, some dry thunderstorms could make an appearance and add to the fire danger in just a couple of days.
Zags represent both sides of Canada-USA exhibition game
The global influence of Gonzaga basketball was made evident in last Wednesday's Paris Olympics exhibition game between the United States and Canada in Las Vegas. With GU head coach Mark Few assisting Team USA, the squad of NBA stars defeated former Zags Kelly Olynyk and Andrew Nembhard, along with the rest of Team Canada, 86-72.
Wildfires across the region grow over the weekend, some prompt evacuations
IDAHO, USA — Several wildfires continue to burn across the region. Some of the fires are prompting evacuation notice, while others have people on standby - ready to leave at a moment's notice. These wildfires have only grown over the weekend, keeping fire bosses on high alert as well.
Fire Crews Battle 3 Train-Sparked Fires in Kennewick
Kennewick Fire Crews battled 3 blazes Saturday afternoon. Kennewick Fire Chief Chad Michael reports crews were called to the area of Canal and Fisher Streets, the fire was reported between Canal and the railroad tracks. Crews were quickly able to bring that fire under control, after it threatened several homes....
Spokane drivers alert: Major traffic delays on Monroe Street and Garland Avenue due to paving projects
SPOKANE, Wash. — Here is a heads up for Spokane drivers. Construction across the city continues this week and several of the projects will cause traffic delays. On Monday, crews will pave Monroe Street. If you use Monroe Street between Kiernan Avenue and Francis Avenue, prepare yourself for serious delays.
New documentary to spotlight pioneer Okanogan photographer Frank Matsura
OKANOGAN—Frank Matsura, the early 20th-century photographer who recorded many aspects of early county life, is the subject of a new documentary scheduled for a 2025 debut. Members of the Okanogan County Historical Society, Okanogan County Tourism Council, and Okanogan Chamber of Commerce gathered at the 12 Tribes Casino on June 30 for a presentation by filmmaker Beth Harrington and Vision Maker Media Executive Director Francene Blythe-Lewis who spoke about the documentary, Our Mr. Matsura.
Local farmers see potato surplus after years of shortage
For the past two years, potato farmers in the Northwest struggled with insufficient yields, forcing processors to source potatoes from the Midwest, East Coast, and even Canada. This shortage meant fast food restaurants couldn't meet the high demand for fries. However, last year, processors anticipated a change and planted more...
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