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Inslee Rejects Recommendation to Shrink Footprint of Massive Wind Farm
The future of one of the largest wind farms ever proposed in Washington got a boost Thursday as Gov. Jay Inslee told a state panel it went too far downsizing the project. Last month, the state’s energy facility siting panel sent Inslee its recommendation for approval of the Horse Heaven wind and solar project. It contained a raft of conditions that slashed the number of turbines in the Benton County project in half to curb threats to tribal cultural resources and endangered hawks.
Officials investigate RV fire in West Richland
WEST RICHLAND, Wash.- A fire that destroyed a West Richland trailer home on Thursday evening is under investigation. According to Benton County Fire District 4, firefighters received reports around 5:40 p.m. of smoke coming out of an RV near West Van Giesen St. Firefighters confirmed a small fire inside the RV’s entrance.
Circle-K slashes gas prices by 40 cents for National Fuel Day in Tri-Cities and Yakima.
Tri-Cities, Wash. — With Memorial Day travel already starting, on Thursday, May 23rd, Circle-K s in the Tri-Cities and Yakima area will be offering a discount on gas. For national fuel day, participating locations will be offering 40 cents off each gallon from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm, with the discount applied directly to the pump.
Local officials host town hall meeting to discuss the Finley Warehouse Fire
BENTON COUNTY, Wash.- In the aftermath of the Lineage Logistics Fire, officials are inviting the public to hear from environmental experts and local officials and discuss environmental concerns. According to Benton-Franklin Health District, representatives from Benton County Fire District 1, Benton Clean Air Agency, Benton County, and the Benton-Franklin Health...
Officials investigate RV fire in West Richland
WEST RICHLAND, Wash.- A fire that destroyed a West Richland trailer home on Thursday evening is under investigation. According to Benton County Fire District 4, firefighters received reports around 5:40 p.m. of smoke coming out of an RV near West Van Giesen St. Firefighters confirmed a small fire inside the RV's entrance.
Prosser Farmers Market announces opening day on June 1
PROSSER, Wash.- The Farmers Market in Prosser is preparing for its opening day on June 1 from 8 a.m. to noon. According to the Prosser Farmers Market , opening day will provide fresh produce, artisan goods, homemade creations, live music, and family-friendly activities. Additionally, the market will provide a variety...
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