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Courtesy of the Washington State Department of Ecology

A marmot puppet is the star of Washington’s new anti-littering campaign, asking people to think before they toss their trash

Courtney Flatt

Washington has now enlisted the help of a critter to remind people to keep the state’s roads clean.
August Frank

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The Lewiston Tribune

WSU is ramping up facilities and training to meet coming demands of the nuclear industry

Rachel Sun

Experts say there’s a growing need for more people in the nuclear workforce as energy demands increase. At Washington State University’s Nuclear Science Center, they’re ramping up research and training to meet that need.
Courtesy: Aaron Esser

Winter grain mites are creating havoc in Washington fields

Anna King

Absolutely tiny things called winter grain mites are creating a huge problem in northern Washington state wheat fields.

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Students in Tacoma's Hilltop Artists program help make the glass orb, "monkeyshines."

Tacomans are searching for treasure. They’re looking for Monkeyshines

Every winter, Tacomans embark on a treasure hunt. The seekers are looking for Monkeyshines.

Mugcakes, with hazelnut spread and powdered sugar.

PNW Bites: Hazelnut mug cake

On this edition of PNW Bites, host Jordan Eby brings you a regionally inspired recipe for hazelnut mug cake.

A picture of two glasses of blueberry mocktails.

PNW Bites: Blueberry mocktails

On this edition of PNW Bites, host Jordan Eby brings you a regionally inspired recipe for blueberry mocktails.

New music programs join NWPB Classical's Friday and Saturday schedule

NWPB Classical is excited to announce new additions to the weekend music lineup beginning January 9, 2026, bringing even more discovery, creativity, and fresh perspectives to your listening experience. From rising classical talent and cutting-edge contemporary works to genre-spanning conversations and celebrated NPR favorites, there’s something new to tune in for every weekend.

Unpacked: Now That's What I Call 21st Century

Beginning in 2026, you’ll hear some new programs on NWPB Classical. Now That’s What I Call 21st Century will be hosted by NWPB’s Jedd Greenhalgh, and dive into the gentler music written after the year 2000.

(L to R) Kate Hudson as Claire Sardina and Hugh Jackman as Mike Sardina in director Craig Brewer's Song Sung Blue

Reeder's Movie Reviews: Song Sung Blue

The new movie from producer-director-writer Craig Brewer (Hustle & Flow, Coming 2 America) really wants you to like it, until it dares you to feel otherwise.

Reeder's Movie Reviews: Avatar: Fire and Ash

If you’re planning a return visit to Pandora, bring your imagination and your patience.

Winter Spirit shines in Lewiston; a decades-old tradition

Up to 800,000 LED lights cover the park this year. Included with that is the lighted arch walkway, bright dancing penguins, a lighted igloo — and even a fireplace to warm up.

Loaded potato stacks garnished with sour cream and chives.

PNW Bites: Loaded potato stacks

On this edition of PNW Bites, host Jordan Eby brings you a regionally inspired recipe for loaded potato stacks.

A winter apple salad featuring a honey mustard vinaigrette.

PNW Bites: Winter apple salad

On this edition of PNW Bites, host Jordan Eby brings you a regionally inspired recipe for winter apple salad.

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