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66th Annual House and Garden Tour sees continued success, with locations through Berkeley, Jefferson counties
SHEPHERDSTOWN — Bolivar resident Emily Schlesinger followed Shenandoah Garden Club member Jobeth Friend around the room, as Friend shared information about the items of historical significance in the dining room of Linden Spring Farm’s house on Sunday afternoon. The house, which dates back to 1780, was one of six featured in the Shenandoah-Potomac Garden Council’s 66th Annual House and Garden Tour this past weekend.
Late S'Klallam artist leaves legacy of far-reaching and celebrated 'Geek Salish' style
The proud and vibrant artwork of Jeffrey Veregge blended superheroes and science fiction with Native Salish art styles in a groundbreaking Marvel Comics series, landed in the the Smithsonian and even on a mural at newly opened Climate Pledge Arena. The Port Gamble S’Klallam tribal member, as known in his community for his kindness as much as the "Salish Geek" style he coined, died April 12, at age 50.
Salish 200 Now Hosted by CYC Seattle, Registration is Open
The Salish 200 started as a seat-of-your-pants, “officially unofficial” adventure race. Creators Jason Andrews and Shawn Dougherty are thrilled to welcome Corinthian Yacht Club of Seattle (CYC Seattle) as the event’s new host club beginning with the 2024 edition, enabling the race to flourish and evolve in the years to come.
Olympia Report: Down-Ballot Challengers and Early Expenditures
The race for the state senate seat in the 10th Legislative District—think Whidbey Island and environs—figures to be one of the hottest of the year. It’s one of a handful of true swing districts in the state and one of just two with divided representation. Incumbent GOP Sen. Ron Muzzall, R-Oak Harbor, has two Democrats for House seatmates, and a big target on his back this year.
Sequim Woman Charged with 30 Counts of Felony Animal Cruelty in Washington State Case
Animal lovers are reeling after the Washington Attorney General's Office filed felony charges against a Sequim woman accused of egregious animal neglect, resulting in widespread suffering on her property. Angela Jacobsen is facing 30 counts of animal cruelty, with each count carrying a maximum sentence of five years behind bars and a hefty $10,000 fine.
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