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Home inventory up more than a third in the Evergreen State
Jul. 26—MOSES LAKE — There are a lot more homes available in Washington state than there were a year ago, according to data released in July by the Northwest Multiple Listing Service. Statewide, there were 14,393 active listings in the state, in June 2024, the latest month for which data was available, a 35.7% increase over June 2023. The change wasn't quite as noticeable in Grant County, ...
Pioneer Fire Update: Efforts Intensify as Firefighters Work to Protect Stehekin
CHELAN - The Pioneer Fire, which ignited, has grown to 31,906 acres with containment at 14%. A total of 766 personnel are engaged in the firefighting efforts, utilizing 12 crews, 5 helicopters, 24 engines, 28 water tenders, and 12 pieces of heavy equipment. Fire activity along the lakeshore has moderated, with helicopter water drops effectively slowing the spread. Fire crews have been conducting strategic firing operations around homes and outbuildings near DP 17, Flick Creek, to eliminate any remaining heat from previous operations. In the Stehekin area, firefighters have been enhancing the fireline around the community and, in coordination with state resources, have installed and tested a sprinkler system for added protection. The southern edge of the fire, in Lone Fir Creek, is holding, and crews continue to establish indirect contingency lines south of the fire.
Gig Harbor firefighters deploy to battle wildfires around the state
Two Gig Harbor Fire and Medic One firefighters have deployed to a 25,000-acre fire northwest of Chelan and three others are helping fight the Cougar Creek Fire in Southeast Washington, which has burned 13,511 acres as of July 25. Ten fires are currently burning across the state. The department has...
Chelan High School’s Career Connections Class Offers Students a Path to Success
Career Connections places students with local businesses through robust internship program. In a world where the landscape of employment is continually shifting, Chelan High School is taking proactive steps to ensure its students are prepared for the future. One of the standout programs contributing to this effort is the Career...
Aerospace industry seen as key to Washington’s economic growth, new report says
(The Center Square) – A new report from the Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce finds that the aerospace industry is a key driver of economic growth in Washington state. The aerospace industry generated more than $71 billion in business revenues and $19.4 billion in labor income last year, according to the report. The report also found that the aerospace sector directly generated more than $580 million in tax revenues for...
Lawmakers call for director of children’s services in Washington to resign
At least two Washington lawmakers are demanding Department of Children, Youth and Families director Ross Hunter resign amid the agency’s decision to suspend intakes at two state juvenile detention facilities due to overcrowding. Democratic state Rep. Mari Leavitt of University Place and Republican Rep. Travis Couture of Allyn both posted on social media Thursday calling […]
Southbound I-5 in SW Washington could face 90-minute delays on Friday
The Washington State Department of Transportation has reduced southbound traffic on I-5 near Woodland to two lanes for a 50-day project, causing up to a 90-minute delay, and recommends drivers plan to travel outside of peak hours to avoid delays.
WA Ferry Workers Say ‘Abuse’ From Angry Riders Increasing
Perhaps it's the heat, some near-record temperatures, or could be the lack of routes and delays. Either way, WA State Ferry workers say they're being subjected to increased 'abuse' by customers. Washington State Ferry system is more stressed than before. According to Washington State Ferries, there have been increasing reports...
Governor Jay Inslee appoints new Washington State LGBTQ Commission director
OLYMPIA, Wash. – The Washington State LGBTQ Commission’s new director was tapped for her new role after serving as the deputy director of policy and outreach for Governor Jay Inslee. Inslee appointed his former deputy policy director Lisa Keating on July 22. “With her integrity, experience and dedication...
Kroger, Albertsons to pause merger during lawsuits; 3 Central Oregon Safeways could be affected
Kroger and Albertsons have agreed to temporarily halt their proposed merger, pending lawsuits filed in Colorado and by the Federal Trade Commission, according to the Associated Press. The move means the potential sale of three Central Oregon Safeway stores will be on hold. Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser sued to...
Wildfire season has started in Washington. Is smoke coming to West Sound?
Wildfires are burning across the Pacific Northwest, and public health officials are encouraging West Sound residents to prepare for the possibility of smoky conditions and poor air quality. What are wildfire conditions like now? Washington is in the midst of what is likely to be a hotter and drier than normal summer, according to...
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