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Voter education increases as November General Election looms; I-2117 draws most discussion
TRI-CITIES, WA. - In less than 70 days, Voters across Washington will voice their choices on a wide array of candidates and ballot measures. No race is drawing more attention than the flurry of initiatives that will be on the ballot come November, particularly Initiative 2117, which looks to repeal the Climate Commitment Act (CCA).
Inslee sends prison staff to juvenile detention facility to help deal with overcrowding
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee has directed the Department of Corrections to send staff to Green Hill School in Chehalis as the juvenile detention facility faces safety issues resulting from overcrowding. The Department of Children, Youth and Families announced Inslee’s directive on Aug. 13. It followed the agency’s July 8 decision to suspend intakes at its […]
New school year, new playground for Tiger Club Preschool
Aug. 29—EPHRATA — This last summer, crews moved play equipment from city property onto school district property at the Tiger Club Preschool, according to a press release from Ephrata School District. ESD used a $25,000 grant given to them by the Washington State Early Childhood Education Assistance Program to fund the upgraded playground, according to Sarah Morford, the communications director ...
The Spokane Arena reopens after renovations, Sharma Shields' book list; plus, new music!
The Aug. 30 Jelly Roll concert at the Spokane Arena marks the venue's first show back after the PFD closed it for a $10.2 million renovation. Concertgoers will notice dynamic new lighting throughout the Arena's bowl. The wraparound ribbon board was switched to LED that will reduce energy use by about two-thirds and a new dynamic lighting feature can be synced directly with live performances. Along with some back-of-house improvements, multiple suites were also renovated, while retractable seating on three sides of the Arena was replaced, too — a move that will speed up changeovers between athletic events. (E.J. IANNELLI)
Puppy Ban: Under 6 Months Barred at Washington-Canada Border
Do not get stuck with your little fuzzy loved one on the other side of the border!. Veterinarian Warns About New Puppy Border Regulations. Starting August 1st, 2024, new regulations from the CDC will significantly impact travelers crossing the U.S. border with dogs, according to a recent warning by a Spokane veterinarian. They posted the warning on Reddit after learning of the changes coming this August to the border which could greatly impact animal owners trying to cross to and from Canada. The changes are aimed at tightening security and closing loopholes at the border, especially when talking about the entry of puppies or the verification of rabies vaccinations.
'Our family history': Local gyro maker remembers 43 years of Pig Out in the Park
SPOKANE, Wash, -- Spokane's annual six-day food and free music festival is back. Karim Azar has been selling his locally famous gyros at Pig Out In The Park since the event started 43 years ago.
New head coaches take over at Eastmont and Wenatchee
We’re putting together a prep preview of the three teams we’ll be following this fall here on the NCWLIFE Channel…. Much intrigue surrounds the Eastmont Wildcats, who after 7-seasons under Michael Don now turn to Jay Foster to lead the way. Foster says all eight assistant coaches came back this year to continue what Don started…
Masquers announce 'Annie" cast, 2024-25 lineup
Aug. 29—SOAP LAKE — Masquers Theater in Soap Lake has cast its production of "Annie," according to an announcement from the troupe, and also revealed its 2024-25 schedule. Directed by Stacey and Clifford Bresee, "Annie" runs Oct. 18-Nov. 10 to kick off the new season at Masquers Theater. This production stars Carlee Howard as Annie, Jason Noble as Oliver Warbucks, Jessica Stredwick as Grace ...
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