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What’s the Voter Registration Deadline for the 2024 General Election?
Every state has a different deadline to register to vote in the upcoming general election on Nov. 5. Some states even allow for same-day registration on Election Day. Of course, you'll want to make sure your home state is on the list before you head to the polls. There's even...
Search Continues for Adams County Stolen Fuel and Trailer Suspect
Adams County Deputies and investigators continue to comb a location in Grant County just west of Quincy about fuel thefts and more. The ACSO says the searches are related to a series of fuel thefts in Adams County, and they continue to search for a primary suspect. Officials say their...
Nicole Kidman, Jamie Lee Curtis Will Bring Popular Author’s Books to Life
Have you heard of author Patricia Cornwell? She is an award-wining, internationally best-selling mystery and crime author who has penned mostly fiction. She's best known for her books about fictional character Kay Scarpetta who is a medical examiner in Virginia. There are more than 20 Kay Scarpetta books. While it's...
5 Best Yoga Studios in Tri-Cities Washington
I'm in search of the best Yoga experience in the Tri-Cities. I try to exercise at least an hour each day but fall short on many days. Walking the dogs or hiking seems to be the easiest to fit in. For a while, I was working out at Secord Gym in Benton City which I LOVED (by the way), it has scheduled awesome workouts, but classes aren't always available when I have the time or energy to work out.
No Surprise! The Top 3 Coffee Cities in the US are All on the West Coast
Our friends at Wallet Hub love to go out, do some research, crunch some numbers, and tell us what's going on in the United States and where our states and cities rank among each other in various aspects. When I saw they had a list of best coffee cities around...
More Human Remains Found in Gifford Pinchot National Park
One of the most beautiful places I've ever camped, hiked, and explored is Lower Lewis River Falls in Cougar WA. It's just outside the town of Carson. There are so many beautiful hiking spots in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Recently the third set of human remains have been found,...
A Timeless WA Treasure Named One of Yelp’s Top 20 Worldwide
Nestled in the heart of Seattle, Pike Place Market stands as one of the city’s most iconic landmarks, and its magic is undeniable. Recognized recently by Yelp as one of the top 20 most popular businesses of all time, landing the No. 12 spot, this bustling market continues to captivate visitors from all over the world. With its rich history and vibrant atmosphere, it's no wonder Pike Place Market has remained a beloved destination for locals and tourists alike.
BLM Burn Ban Lifted in Washington
Nothing says fall more than the crackling and pops of a fire, with the smell of smoke clinging to your favorite flannel as if they are two distant lovers finally reunited. Yep, gathering around a fire in the fall is the best, and thankfully, now that heat has died, and moisture has come, the burn danger has lowered. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has lifted all fire restrictions across federal public lands in Washington State as of yesterday, September 17. Despite this easing of restrictions, the BLM continues to emphasize the importance of wildfire prevention. People are encouraged to exercise caution, especially when operating vehicles on roads or trails with dry vegetation.
How Seattle Invented the Term “Graveyard Shift”
Seattle was a busy, bustling place back in the late 1800s and early 1900s. So many cool inventions and useful every day things we use and take for granted originated right here in the Emerald City. Did you know that one of those cool things that Seattle gave us includes...
Tri-Cities IRONMAN: Important Need to Know Road Closures for Travel
It's a big weekend as IRONMAN 70.3 Washington Tri-Cities takes place this Sunday. The first-ever Tri-Cities IRONMAN event officially sold out in July and is expected to bring millions to the community. The weekend of events kicks off on Friday from 5pm to 7 pm with a Volunteer & Community Welcome Party at the IRONMAN Village at Columbia Point Marina.
Murder Charges Added in Sunnyside Drive-By Shooting
Because the shootings occurred just outside city limits the Yakima County Sheriff's Office will take over a drive-by shooting case, and now new charges added. Late last Thursday afternoon, September 12th., Sunnyside Officers responded to an area near Rouse Road and Becker Alley close to town, for a report of a drive-by shooting.
Kindness Prevails: Family Reunites with Responder After I-5 Crash
A recent reunion shows the impact of kindness after a scary accident involving a young new driver on I-5. WSDOT Incident Response Team Offers Comfort After Lacey Crash. One August afternoon, Ida van Schalkwyk and her 15-year-old daughter, Charlize, experienced a traumatic event when their 2006 Ford Explorer was rear-ended by a semi-truck on southbound I-5 near Pacific Avenue. Charlize had recently obtained her driving permit and was slowing for traffic when the unexpected collision totaled their SUV but luckily resulted in only minor injuries.
Why TGI Fridays Are Closing and What it Means For the Chain’s Future
TGI Fridays has already closed a handful of stores this year, with several more currently up for sale. Here is what that means for the restaurant chain and what will likely happen next. TGI Fridays Closes Locations During Rough Year For Chain Restaurants. We could use up nearly all of...
Moses Lake Police Seeking Leads in Drive-By Shooting
Moses Lake Police are now turning to the public for leads related to a drive-by shooting. The MLPD says officers responded to the area of N Buell Dr and W Gary St. around 3:11 AM that Sunday morning, after getting calls about gunfire in the area. A home and vehicle...
The Most Expensive Cookie in Washington: Is It Worth the Hype?
Don't you just love going down TikTok rabbit holes? Even if you don't use TikTok, it's easy to go down a YouTube rabbit hole, too. My latest rabbit hole led me to find out there's a such thing as $12,000 cookies!. @capedbaldysensei Shoukd i review them? @Last Crumb what do...
Multiple Carjackings on I-5 Prompt WSP to Increase Patrols
Washington State Patrol is on high alert after a series of carjackings in recent days. A press release was issued Tuesday by WSP promising to increase patrol presence on I-5 in response to the incidents. Three carjackings took place on I-5 involving a white SUV and several young people. The incidents are being investigated by WSP’s Criminal Investigation Division.
Organic U-Pick Pumpkins and More Coming to Washington State University
When: September 28 (10 am to 4 pm) - U-Pick and Harvest Festival; October 5 (10 am to 4 pm) - U-Pick Only. Cost: Festival is free. Pumpkins are pre-priced at farm. Fall means pumpkins, cider, and festivals. Halloween and other fall festivities are right around the corner. I know,...
WSDOT Shares 2nd Funny Traffic Map for Seattle Game Day Weekend
WSDOT is warning drivers about this weekend's expected traffic issues with another hard-to-read hand-drawn map, but I have the translation. Seattle Road Closures This Weekend: Prepare for Game Day Gridlock. This weekend, Seattle is gearing up for a football frenzy as both the Seattle Seahawks and the University of Washington...
Washington Parents: New Trend Could Send Your Kids To The ER
TikTok trends posing a threat to kids is almost becoming run of the mill. Even so, they still need attention paid to them as children tend to be less discerning than adults. The latest trend on the app has sent a number of kids to emergency rooms with severe burns.
Boeing Says Layoffs “Are Coming,” Could Begin in Days
After announcing Monday a long list of preemptive measures intended to cut costs at Boeing for the time being, now the words Layoff and Furlough are looming. Boeing officials say layoffs "are coming" 33,000 machinists from two labor unions rejected a 25 percent wage hike, they wanted 40 and have...
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