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Bridging Memories: Reflections from the 1,300-mile, 52-day Columbia River Canoe Project
Professional outdoor athlete Robert Lester from Butte, Mont., recently traveled through Bridgeport, Wash., along the banks of the Columbia River on the on his way to shoot a ski film in the Cascade Mountains. Bridgeport is most well-known for its Chief Joseph Dam and the 2,620 megawatts it produces. “This was the second time in my life I had been in Bridgeport, but I had never seen the town from a car,” he says, explaining that the first and only other time was from the seat of a canoe.
😶🌫️Mostly cloudy Wednesday with highs in the 60s, but the 80s and sunshine are on the way! - Kris
It's hard to talk about a cloudy Wednesday when there are blue skies, sunshine and a warming trend in the forecast for Mother's Day Weekend. We are right on the edge of a departing area of low pressure that will keep the clouds moving through for one more day.
Bridgeport Planning Commission hears Foster Creek Watershed Improvement Plan
BRIDGEPORT – A presentation of the Foster Creek Conservation District’s (FCCD) Foster Watershed Improvement Plan was the dominant issue at the monthly meeting of the Bridgeport Planning Commission last Thursday, May 2. Commission Chair Leslie Robb explained some background of the visit and introduced Desiree Elliott, the primary...
Several Republicans are leaving elected offices in eastern Washington, making room for new conservatives
SPOKANE, Wash. – Pam Haley is running for State Senator Mike Padden’s office. Brandi Peetz is running for State Representative Leonard Christian’s office. Two elected officials in the City of Spokane are running for US Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers’ seat. It’s a new era for Republican politics in eastern Washington.
Bridgeport Council greenlights comprehensive plan grant application
BRIDGEPORT — City planner Kurt Danison addressed the city council's regular monthly meeting on April 17 to update members on the latest discussions of the Planning Commission and advise the council of a grant funding opportunity. “The city plans under the Growth Management Act (GMA), and we are required...
Bridgeport Revitalization Committee reviews tree sculpture parking lot draft design
BRIDGEPORT – The draft drawings done by city engineers Gray & Osborne for the tree sculpture parking have been received by Superintendent of Public Works Stuart Dezellem. Those renderings together with the bid process for Berryman Park work were the two main issues on the table at the monthly meeting of the Revitalization Committee last Thursday, May 2.
A local guide to the best farmers’ markets in Washington and Idaho
SPOKANE, Wash. – As summer approaches, you’ll find lots of incredible local farmers’ markets in Eastern Washington and North Idaho. Here’s your guide to snagging all the delicious local goods and foods that will be available. Mondays:. Hillyard Farmers’ Market:. Opening Date: June 24, from...
Eastern Washington police officers to receive medal of honor for bravery during 2023 Gorge concert shooting
OLYMPIA, Wash. -- Five Eastern Washington law enforcement officers will be honored at a ceremony on Friday for their quick action and bravery during a shooting at the Gorge Amphitheater last summer.
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