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First Black transgender candidate elected to Washington state legislature

Washington · 22h

The Olympian

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Major downtown Olympia road to close for three years during construction, WA says

The updated plans for restoring the Deschutes Estuary in downtown Olympia from its current status as a stagnant lake have gotten the attention of residents due to one specific change: The entire portion of Deschutes Parkway around Capitol Lake will need to be closed for up to three years to get the work done. Olympia resident Bill Elliott said on Nextdoor on Oct. 30 that he learned about the planned road closure at a public open house for the Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement on Oct. 28 at the Olympia Center. He said the event was only attended by about 20 people. “An up to 3-year closure of Deschutes Parkway Southwest between Lakeridge Drive and 5th Avenue is now being proposed for the Deschutes Estuary Restoration project,” he said. “The up to 3-year street closure is to allow for construction of the new roundabout at the intersection of Deschutes Parkway SW, Olympic Street, and the new bridge approach. That seems like a very generous street closure duration for the described work.” According to previous reporting, the project is one of the biggest urban restoration projects in the country. By the time construction starts, the cost of restoring the Deschutes Estuary

Olympia, WA · 6h

Main Street Dollars

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Former owners of Kitsap County, Washington properties sold for back taxes can claim from $470,232 in leftover sale money, but each claim expires three years after the sale

Kitsap County, Washington, is holding $470,232.04 in leftover money from properties it sold for unpaid taxes, and the former owners are the ones who can ask for it. Each claim has a clock. Once three years pass from the date of the sale, the county keeps the money for its own budget. The amounts sit […]

Kitsap County, WA · 2d

Dailyfly News

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Jimi Hendrix Chosen to Represent Washington on 2029 U.S. Dollar Coin

OLYMPIA, WA — Legendary guitarist and Seattle native Jimi Hendrix has been selected to represent Washington state in the U.S. Mint’s American Innovation $1 Coin Program, Gov. Bob Ferguson announced Monday, November 9. Hendrix was chosen following

Washington · 6h

Washington State Standard

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Air taxi to Legislature: Spokane-Olympia direct flights to launch in 2027

Traveling from eastern Washington to Olympia for the state’s Legislative session just got easier.  SeaPort Airlines announced a new air service between Spokane and the state capital on Thursday. Flights start Jan. 8, the Friday before session begins, and are available on Friday and Sunday afternoons.  “Whether you’re a legislator, business owner, advocate or citizen […]

Spokane, WA · 3d

Kitsap Sun

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'Second chances' program at Kitsap County hits milestone

PORT ORCHARD -- Since its inception 27 years ago, 1,000 individuals have graduated from the Kitsap County Adult Drug Court. The diversion program offers court-supervised substance use treatment as an alternative to prosecution for eligible adults charged with certain felony, misdemeanor or gross misdemeanor offenses. Participants who complete the roughly 18-month program will have their criminal charges cleared. It is one of more than 100 therapeutic courts in Washington, which serve people whose criminal cases are linked to substance use disorders or other behavioral health needs. Kitsap County ADC marked its milestone anniversary during the program's largest graduation class of the year, which was split into two ceremonies on Oct. 30. During the morning session, Judge Michelle Adams reflected on each graduate's progress, followed by some words from the graduate. It concluded with an attorney from the Kitsap County Prosecutor's Office announcing the participant's case was dismissed — made official through documentation confirming the decision and a firm handshake. Former Kitsap County Superior Court Judge Jay Roof, a key figure in launching the program in 1999, spoke at the event about KCADC's beginnings and accomplishments. Back then, Roof said his initiative was met with pushback from his colleagues who questioned

Kitsap County, WA · 1d

KIRO 7 Seattle

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Sewage spill advisory issued for Silverdale shoreline after 660 gallons end up in the water

Stay away from Silverdale waters until Nov 12 following a 660-gallon sewage spill reported by Kitsap County Public Works.

Silverdale, WA · 3d

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Jaelynn Scott makes history as first openly transgender person elected to Washington Legislature

Seattle and Renton voters have elected Jaelynn Scott to represent the 37th Legislative District in Olympia, making her both the first openly transgender person elected to the Washington state Legislature and the first to be elected to a state legislature in the United States. Scott was leading with 87.44% of...

Renton, WA · 22h

Washington State Standard

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Washington schools prepare to sue the state for failing to fund public education

Three large Washington school districts are preparing to sue the state, alleging it is once again failing to fully fund basic education.  School boards for the Lake Washington, Tacoma and Yakima districts contend the state’s failure to meet its constitutional obligations is forcing them to rely on local levy dollars to pay day-to-day expenses, echoing […]

Yakima, WA · 13h

Kitsap Sun

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Kitsap Veterans Day events include parade, ceremonies and free breakfast

A series of Veterans Day events, ranging from annual ceremonies to a parade and free breakfast, are scheduled around the peninsula in mid-November to honor residents who have served the country in the armed forces. As Veterans Day approaches, here is a list of events. Ceremony at the Kitsap County Fairgrounds: The annual Veterans Day Ceremony at Kitsap County Fairgrounds will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 11. Doors open at 9 a.m. and the event runs until 1 p.m. Admission is free. Parade in downtown Poulsbo: Poulsbo's fourth annual Veteran's Day parade along Front Street will kick off on Wednesday, Nov. 11. The parade will follow the same path as the Viking Fest Parade this year. Starting on 6th Avenue, and at 11:11 a.m. turn onto Fjord Drive and head towards downtown, turning left on Front Street and continuing through town to Sunset Street. Downtown Port Orchard Veterans Day event : A community gathering that recognizes and thanks our veterans for their service, sacrifice and dedication will take place at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 11 at Port Orchard Marina Park, 721 Sidney Pkwy. Free breakfast in Bremerton : The fourth annual Free Veterans Day Breakfast event at McCloud’s Grill

Kitsap County, WA · 3d

KOMO News

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Western Washington farmers brace for impacts after bird flu detected in Pierce County

WESTERN WASHINGTON — Farmers across western Washington are bracing for potential impacts after bird flu was detected at a commercial poultry facility in Pierce County. The Washington State Department of Agriculture and Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department announced the detection on Thursday without naming the poultry facility. No human cases...

Pierce County, WA · 2d

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Washington Homeowner Recovery Fund Issues First Payments to Scammed Homeowners

TUKWILA — Homeowners in Tacoma and Spokane are among the first to receive payments from a new state fund designed to help people recover money lost to unscrupulous contractors. The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries formally launched the Homeowner Recovery Fund on July 1. Created by legislation...

Washington · 3d

FoodWorldNews

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Bird Flu Reaches Western Washington Commercial Egg Farm for First Time as Pierce County Workers Are Monitored

Public health workers in Tacoma and Pierce County are checking on employees of a commercial egg farm where bird flu was confirmed last week, the first time the virus has reached a commercial poultry flock in Western Washington since the current outbreak began in 2022. No human cases have been identified at the farm, and health officials describe the monitoring as a standard precaution.

Pierce County, WA · 11h

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Mount Vernon, WA businesses take a hit after Division Street Bridge closure

MOUNT VERNON, Wash. - A full closure of the State Route 536 Division Street Bridge over the Skagit River has cut off vehicle traffic and triggered sharp drops in foot traffic for small businesses in Mount Vernon. The Washington State Department of Transportation closed the span in both directions Nov....

Mt Vernon, WA · 4h

FOX 13 Seattle

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WA officials urge preparation for next round of heavy rain following outages, downed trees

Renton, WA · 13h

KIRO 7 Seattle

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Overnight closure on northbound SR 167 starting Nov. 9

Northbound State Route 167 in Renton will undergo a complete overnight closure from 10 p.m. Monday, Nov. 9, to 3:45 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10, to allow construction crews to install a sign bridge, said the Washington State Department of Transportation.

Renton, WA · 1d

KOMO News

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King County prosecutor urges reform to involuntary treatment system for people in crisis

SEATTLE — A yearslong effort to examine Washington’s involuntary treatment court system has produced a set of recommendations aimed at improving how people in behavioral health crisis are evaluated, treated, and supported after they leave the system. King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion said the work began as...

King County, WA · 7h