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Boats will race for $17,500 purse at Water Follies Apollo Columbia Cup thanks to CTUIR
MISSION, Ore.-The top three finishers in the 2024 Tri-City Water Follies Apollo Columbia Cup will split $17,500 thanks to the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation. “It’s an honor to be a part of such a fun event and to be able to provide the purse money for the...
Water Follies weekend emphasis patrols off to fast start in the Tri-Cities
TRI-CITIES, Wash.-Washington State Patrol Troopers, working with the WSP airplane over I-82 south of Kennewick stopped three cars at speeds of over 100 miles per hour on the morning of July 26, according to Trooper Chris Thorson. The Washington State Patrol will conduct emphasis patrols in the area throughout boat...
At 94, Charlie Tapper isn't just a ringer at horseshoes, he's winning at life
While global attention will be on the Paris 2024 Olympics, the Tri-Cities will be celebrating their own world games. The National Horseshoe Pitchers World Tournament is happening in Kennewick from July 29 to August 10. Organizers will welcome nearly 1,000 top pitchers from all over the world. Among them is Charlie Tapper from Auburn, Washington.
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 […]
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...
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...
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