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Owner of Walters Fruit Ranch dies at 93
MEAD, Wash. – Tracy Walters, the owner of the popular Greenbluff fruit ranch ‘Walters Fruit Ranch,’ passed away at 93. Walters died on July 27, with a Facebook post sharing his legacy with the community. “Not only did he stake his claim in the track world, he...
Man convicted of shooting, killing 15-year-old sentenced to life in prison without parole
SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. — A man convicted of shooting and killing a 15-year-old boy in Spokane Valley was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. Spokane Superior Court found Stephen Yohler guilty on these four counts in November 2023:. First-degree aggravated murder. First-degree murder with aggravating...
Quincy school board president criticizes district's academic standards, calls for change
QUINCY — Rita Keene believes her duty as Quincy School Board president was a calling. So she was concerned to learn the students in the district aren’t performing at the level they should be according to the latest available Washington Office of Public School Instruction (OPSI) data. “My...
Ronald Klemm Surrenders After July 2 Shooting Incident in Lewiston
LEWISTON - On July 29th, 59-year-old Ronald Klemm surrendered himself to the Nez Perce County Sheriff's Office. He was booked into the Nez Perce County Detention Center on an outstanding arrest warrant for aggravated assault. His bond has been set at $50,000. According to the Nez Perce County Sheriff's Office,...
Special Olympics program has great debut season
After their impressive medal haul at the Special Olympics state track and field competition in June, the Quincy Special Olympics group aims to extend that success to other sports throughout the year. Yesenia James, co-coordinator of the group with her husband Joseph, said the trip to Pacific Lutheran University near...
Washington’s aerospace industry contributed more than $71B in revenue in 2023
In 2023, Washington state’s aerospace industry had more than $71 billion in business revenue, according to a recent Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce and Community Attributes report. “The aerospace industry is a cornerstone of Washington’s economy and is growing as it recovers from industry-wide challenges,” Rachel Smith, Chamber president and CEO, said. “With 77,400 aerospace […] The post Washington’s aerospace industry contributed more than $71B in revenue in 2023 appeared first on Transportation Today.
Last Year, Washington Prisons Delayed Roughly One-third Of All Inmate Release Dates, Costing Taxpayers Millions Of Dollars
In February 2011, a photo was taken of correctional officers overseeing inmates as they walked past at the Washington Corrections Center in Shelton, Wash. Recent data shows that almost one-third of inmates released in fiscal 2023 from Washington prisons were not released on their scheduled release dates. This delay has hindered their ability to reintegrate into society, ultimately costing taxpayers millions. The Shelton facility, in particular, had the longest and most frequent delays according to the Department of Corrections’ records.
Smoky skies becoming cloudy with a few sprinkles and gusty winds this afternoon
Air Quality Alert for Yakima, Klickitat, Walla Walla, Columbia, Garfield, Asotin, Benton, Chelan, Okanogan, Ferry, and Stevens Counties in Washington until further notice…. Regional wildfire smoke can impact respiratory issues, irritate eyes, and cause a scratchy throat. Sensitive groups in Eastern Washington and Oregon could be at risk for smoke...
Target shoppers outraged after extra $10 ‘spirits fee’ turns up on receipt – but chain insists surcharge is above board
TARGET shoppers have raged about an additional fee added to receipts for a specific item. An image showed the retailer charging a “Spirits Fee” to someone and it stirred up debate but the chain said the issue was a state one. This photo showed how one shopper was...
In long-sought change, states must consider tribal rights when crafting water rules
In the 1800s, the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa joined other tribes in signing a pair of treaties with the federal government, giving up massive swaths of land in return for the creation of a reservation in eastern Minnesota. The treaties included a guarantee: Tribal members would be able to return in […]
Idaho’s Top 2 Overpriced Grocery Stores Revealed
Remember when fast food was affordable? Was buying food at a restaurant or the grocery store not so painful? Americans haven't felt this much pain when purchasing food for forty years. Politicians blame each other, but the high energy cost has spiked the price of everything. Veteran shoppers have returned...
Mead parent says his son left school due to racial harassment
SPOKANE, Wash. – In the wake of a recently-filed lawsuit against the Mead School District, a recent graduate’s parent spoke out about the alleged racism his son faced at Mead High School. “There was a lot of racial slurs being said on the bus directed on the (basketball...
Year of Pride kicks-off in Wallace
WALLACE, Idaho – Silver Valley Pride, an LGBTQ+ organization that promotes inclusivity in northern Idaho, kicked-off a year of Pride programming on Saturday. “Splash Back Into Pride” included free swimming at the Wallace Pool, music, food and educational seminars. While Pride events often take place in Spokane and...
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