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Washington State Hospital Association files suit against Labor and Industries over meal break penalties
SPOKANE, Wash. — The Washington State Hospital Association (WSHA) has initiated legal action against the state’s Department of Labor and Industries (L&I), contesting a new administrative policy. The new policy has to do with the amount workers can be paid if a meal period is missed or interrupted.
Union Gap welcomes new public works director amid city staff retirements
UNION GAP, Wash.-- The city of Union Gap is going through staff changes due to retirements within city-held positions. One of those spots is the public works and community development director. Dennis Henne retired on May 16th and has been replaced by Jason Cavanaugh, who has held the position since...
Two former Central Washington University professors accused of a hate crime
ELLENSBURG-Two former professors at Central Washington University have been accused of a hate crime towards a black colleague. Prosecutors say that Hal Ott and Brent Hages were distributing papers with explicit pictures of their colleague in order to humiliate him into leaving, according to court documents. A former student of Ott says that the professor expressed animosity toward the black professor. The pictures were distributed in January of 2022.
Thunder remembered: The 1989 Columbia Cup
TRI-CITIES, Wash.-2024 marks the 58th time that unlimited hydroplanes will race on the Columbia River in late July. It is also the 35th anniversary of the last time a piston-powered hydroplane won in the Tri-Cities, as Mitch Evans in the U-3 Cooper's Express took the checkered flag, in one of the most dramatic Columbia Cup final heats ever.
Adult Family Homes- changing the game for seniors
Tri-Cities, WA- If you have a loved one who is no longer able to care for themselves or needs more individualized care, one option for families is an Adult Family Home, which can be found all across our region. Adult Family Homes, homes that look like any other home that...
Winemaker Garrett Grubbs propels Tsillan Cellars to unprecedented success
CHELAN — Tsillan Cellars, a pioneering winery in the Lake Chelan region, continues to garner accolades in major wine competitions, solidifying its position as a leading producer in the state's wine industry. Under the guidance of Head Winemaker Garrett Grubbs, who joined the winery in 2021, Tsillan Cellars has...
Pipe break cuts water to East Wenatchee irrigation customers
EAST WENATCHEE — A pipe break at one of the Wenatchee Valley’s major irrigation systems has left many East Wenatchee customers without water to treat their land during the driest part of the year. The Upper Columbia Irrigation District, formerly the Greater Wenatchee Irrigation District, says the problem...
Fatal Collision in Eastern Washington Claims Infant's Life
SPOKANE - A fatal traffic collision occurred on State Route 395, approximately 1.5 miles east of Valley, at 10:41 AM on July 15, 2024. The incident involved two vehicles traveling northbound. Vehicle two, a 2011 Subaru Outback, stopped to make a left turn onto Bakie Road and was struck from...
New Wenatchee Planned Parenthood location responds to greater amount of abortions in Washington
WENATCHEE, Wash. – Supporters gathered to celebrate the opening of the new Planned Parenthood health center in Wenatchee last week. According to Planned Parenthood of Greater Washington and Northern Idaho (PPGWNI), the center replaces a smaller building that had fewer facilities. In a 2023 statement anticipating the soft opening...
Free performances every Friday though August at St. Maries City Park
Spokane, Wash. – Music has a unique ability to bridge divides, create social connections and promote understanding among people from all walks of life. This year, in recognition of its 50th Anniversary theme of “Celebrating Community,” Innovia Foundation is investing in free and low-cost events and opportunities that bring people together. As part of this investment, Innovia is proud to sponsor the St. Maries Summer Sunset Concert Series, an annual celebration organized by the St. Maries Chamber of Commerce that brings community together around the shared power of music.
Spokane Valley is prepping to fine homeless people for camping
Welcome to CIVICS, where we break down the week’s municipal meetings throughout the Inland Northwest, so you can get involved and speak out about the issues you care about. Some things that stick out to us this week include:. Spokane City Council’s infrastructure (PIES) Committee is discussing standing up...
Yakima Council Unanimously Approves Vicki Baker as New City Manager
Yakima's Vicki Baker has been named as the new Yakima City Manager. The longtime Yakima resident was chosen by the Yakima City Council as the new leader of Yakima through a series of interviews. THE COUNCIL WAS UNANIMOUS IN VOTING FOR BAKER. The council on Tuesday voted 7-0 to install...
Potential for lightning and fire starts today. Hotter weather looms for the weekend.
The Oregon DEQ has issued an Air Quality Alert for southern Morrow and southern/eastern Umatilla counties due to smoke from the Lone Rock Fire. This runs until 12 PM Wednesday.
Nile Valley Days Turns 50! Join the Party at Jim Sprick Community Park
Nile Valley Days is set for this coming weekend, July 20-21 and it's an important year. It's the 50th anniversary of the event held at Jim Sprick Community Park on Chinook pass. LOTS OF FREE FUN FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY. The weekend is packed with fun family activities. You'll find...
Excessive heat in the triple digits for the Yakima and Kittitas Valleys
Excessive Heat Warning for the Yakima and Kittitas Valleys from noon Tuesday to 10 PM Thursday…. Stay hydrated, wear sunscreen and find cover from the sun when possible. Heat Advisory for Eastern Washington into Northern Oregon from noon Tuesday to 10 PM Wednesday…. High temps expected are 95-105°. Moderate risk...
At Washington universities, enrollment questions persist
Last year, Eastern Washington University unveiled plans to revamp campus housing. One residence hall, Morrison, was demolished last summer; another, Dryden, is slated for the same fate this winter. Both will soon have newer buildings in their footprints. Even then, one of the newest halls, Brewster, has been unused for several years, according to the school.
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