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Toxic algae warning issued for Ocean Shores waterways
OCEAN SHORES, Wash. - The Grays Harbor County Environmental Health Division has issued a health advisory for all freshwater bodies in and around Ocean Shores after test results confirmed the presence of toxins in the Oyhut Canal, just south of Lake Minard. The area had been showing signs of an algal bloom, prompting precautionary measures.
Aberdeen city councilors rebuke Mayor Doug Orr
Jul. 25—Contentious. That was the feeling inside the room that hosted the Aberdeen City Council meeting on Wednesday night. In the crowded, temporary council chambers on the third floor at Grays Harbor College's tulalW Student Center, private residents and at least a couple city council members voiced their anger toward Aberdeen Mayor Doug Orr. They addressed multiple issues they have with Orr ...
Aberdeen City Council allows $462,584 proposal for new city hall elevator
Jul. 25—The Aberdeen City Hall moved its city council and other public meetings to Grays Harbor College in May because of a failed elevator. People have been wondering ever since then, with meetings at the Aberdeen Rotary Log Pavilion and then Grays Harbor College, when the elevator will be fixed or replaced. The city has been working to find a way to replace the elevator with no longer ...
Aberdeen Rain Glow provides 'something unique' on Saturday
Jul. 24—Aberdeen Rain Glow Festival, seen as a "dazzling wonderland of light, art, and music," will celebrate its fifth year on Saturday night, and people can't wait for it. Bobbi McCracken, who helps organize other events throughout the city such as Summerfest and Winterfest, called Aberdeen Rain Glow "distinctive" since it is at night. In fact, it's the only outdoor night event throughout ...
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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